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Events Calendar Aug. 27- Sept. 1
Tuesday -Music Alumni Recital: Clara Osowski 7:30 p.m. Beckwith Recital Hall
Wednesday -Student Involvement Expo 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. East Patio Memorial Union
-Information Technology Division Open Forum 2 p.m. Century Theater Memorial Union
-Campus Attractions Movie: Act of Valor
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7 p.m. Century Theater Memorial Union
Streets Alive! took over three miles of downtown Fargo and Moorhead Sunday providing activities and booths to help promote healthier lifestyles in the community.
‘Streets Alive!’ returns to F-M downtown area
Event encourages community to live healthy
Three miles of downtown Fargo and Moorhead were alive with bikers, walkers, dancers, rollerbladers and all sorts of moving people from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Streets Alive! is an event organized by the Cass Clay Healthy People Initiative and Active in Moorhead and began in August 2010. Their mission is to make the Fargo-Moorhead community healthier and to specifically promote healthy living in children age 19 and younger.
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Melissa and Ryan Brodsho, as well as little Hendrix in his stroller, spent the afternoon walking around looking at events. The event was
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The Eat and Greet Street station, on the bridge on 1st Avenue North, had farmer’s market produce, corn on the cob and grilled veggie kabobs. NDSU Team Maker and Track and Field coach Don Larson was kept busy grilling the kabobs until the very end of the day. Larson is a friend of the Healthy People Initiative Director Rory Beil, who approached him last year to ask if he would want to help with the Streets Alive! event. As an active member of the NDSU community, as well as a
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proud NDSU father, Larson said he has “been using this grill for quite a while.” New to the kabobs were purple potatoes that tasted even better than they already looked. Back for his second Streets Alive! NDSU Sophomore Karl Klindworth was dressed up as a carrot at the booth to promote the free kabobs. Klindworth also supported the NDSU food science club, running over to grab some fresh grilled corn at the club’s station. Klindworth and the club members joked, “All we need now is a pea!” Students from the food science club handed out freshly grown and grilled corn, which allowed them to not only promote fresh and healthy food but also to raise money for scholarships.
“We’ve already raised about $1000,” the club members said. “The NDSU cafeteria has bought quite a bit of corn, and we also sell it on the streets,” food science club president Samantha Briss added.
at Broadway and 2nd Avenue in Fargo, where Streets Alive! t-shirts were on sale for $10 and a sign up for “Join the Movement” helped spread the word of continuing healthy living after the event.
The members of the club picked the corn on Saturday, and grilled it fresh as passerby bought a piece. To promote healthier eating, it was extra to add spread butter on the corn. Grilled corn was $1 without butter, and they also sold half a dozen fresh for $2.
The highlight of the event was Olympic Hour at 2 p.m. on Broadway, where participants could run, jump and throw with U.S. Olympians such as Smock, who drew a lot of the crowd. Before and after Smock, NDSU pole vaulters were launching near Fargo Theater, and participants could join Fargo Force members in shooting pucks by the US Bank Plaza.
Anyone could partake in the event and could start anywhere on the three-mile route. Activity stations included Zumba, whirling hoola hoops, martial arts demonstrations and dancing. The headquarters of Streets Alive! was located
Streets Alive! is an annual Fargo-Moorhead event to promote healthier living. For more information visit www.fargomoorhead.org
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well advertised in the community, said Melissa, “how could we not hear about it?” The couple walked through the entire area, enjoying exciting events such as NDSU alum and triple jumper Olympian Amanda Smock, and enjoying free veggie kabobs on Eat and Greet Street.
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Thursday -Information Technology Division Open Forum 10:30 a.m. Century Theater Memorial Union
-Part-time Jobs Fair
11 a.m. - Great Plains Ballroom Memorial Union
Friday -Men’s and Women’s Cross Country: Bison Invitational 5 p.m. - Rose Creek, Fargo
-Campus Attractions Movie: Act of Valor
7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Century Theater Memorial Union
-MU Live Grocery Bingo
9:30 p.m. Lower Level Memorial Union
Saturday -Bison Football vs. Robert Morris 6:07 p.m. Fargodome
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Josie Tafelmeyer Head-News Editor Phone: 701.231.7414 | Email: co.news@ndsuspectrum.com
Motivational speaker gives tips to students
Bill Cordes speaks at NDSU Festival Concert Hall Hannah Dillon Contributing Writer
Bill Cordes presented “YOGOWYPI” or “you only get out what you put in,” a motivational speech aimed at freshmen, which included tools for being successful in college and life. Cordes, a national motivational speaker, spoke to NDSU freshmen Wednesday evening in the Festival Concert Hall. Cordes, 49, is from rural Kansas and received his education from Fort Hays State University and the University of Hawaii. According to his website, he has presented in 49 states and spoken to more than 2.5 million students and educators. Cordes admitted to the audience that he was not the best student when he was in college. “I didn’t think I was smart enough,” he said. He explained that he struggled with feelings of insecurity as an undergraduate. However, once he went back to get his masters degree, he received all straight A’s and attributed the improvement to self-confidence. The presentation centered on a set of tools that Cordes offered to the freshmen to help make the most of their college experience. He explained at length how the decision to come to college is a “cause set in motion” and how it affects everything that happens afterwards. “You doing this now is bigger than you right now,” he emphasized. Cordes’ first tool of motivation was telling the freshmen that they cannot have fun unless they get involved. “Only boring people get bored!” he exclaimed. He went on to explain that college is like a “tabula rasa,” or a clean slate. Cordes emphasized that people don’t get the chance to get a tabula rasa very often, but college is
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one of those chances. an area that communicates Another tool Cordes gave that he or she wants to learn. the freshmen was how to overcome difficult times in The second “T” is talk to their lives. Cordes referred to professors. A student can crethis as the “D’s,” which could ate a deeper relationship by be anything from drama to talking to a professor and not depression. just asking questions. He explained that when we run into the “D’s” in life, The last tool is to learn to we do one of the following: laugh. After presenting this feel shameful, blame some- tool, Cordes told a series of one else, freak out on some- jokes and the entire auditoone, deny that it is happening rium erupted in laughter. He or quit all together. explained laughter makes Cordes himself has dealt people present, and “life hapwith these reactions in his pens in the present.” personal life, and especially during his college years. “The greatest gift you can His message was that give yourself is to live with none of these five methods no regrets,” Cordes said, ofwork, but there is one that fering his last piece of infordoes. Cordes calls it “next.” mation for the freshmen. He explained that when people run into the “D’s” in life For more information they should say “next” rather about Bill Cordes and YOthan dwell on it to make it GOWYPI, please visit his easier to move on. website at http://www.bill“You’ve got to have the cordes.com/. ability to respond,” Cordes said. Cordes presented a third tool to the freshman: the acHow to make the ronym “SLANT.” most of your The “S” stands for sit straight. By sitting straight, college the professor knows that the experience student is not just physically but mentally present and Advice from Bill ready to learn. Cordes: The “L” stands for lean forward. By leaning forward, the professor knows that the student is readily taking in 1. Get involved. information and paying at2. Overcome difficult tention. times by saying The “A” stands for ask “next” and moving questions. Cordes said that on. by asking questions, the pro3. Learn to laugh fessor gets to know the stu4. Remember dent and creates a relationship with them. “SLANT” The “N” stands for nod. S – sit straight By nodding, the professor L – lean forward gets feedback that what they A – ask questions are teaching is being received N – nod and understood. T – sit in the T-zone The “T” has two mean and talk to ings. The first is “T-zone.” professors The T-zone is the front row and middle column of the room or auditorium. By sitting in these areas, the student gets a good view of the board or projector and sits in
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Construction comes to completion on 10th Street North Josie Tafelmeyer Head News Editor Construction on 10th Street North is on track to be completed this week. The construction project included a complete reconstruction of the 10th Street North roadway and underground between 12th and 17th avenues north. Many students live along 10th Street and make the commute to school each day. Because of its heavy use over the years, the road “really needed a big facelift,” Kevin Gorder, assistant district engineer for N.D. Department of Transportation (NDDOT), said. “Deteriorated pavement was the big driver for the project.” The average traffic count for 10th Street North was nearly 10,000 daily vehicles in 2010. A 10 percent increase is estimated for 2030. The project improved the road’s load-carrying capacity, ride quality,
sidewalks, residential driveways, lighting and safety features. The project also included underground work for drainage, storm and sanitary sewers, and water lines. The improved roadway also incorporates more durable striping and the addition of a bike lane. “The city has plans to take the bike lane all the way to the downtown campus, from 12th to 4th avenues north,” Gorder said. Construction will begin on University Drive North to add a bike lane once 10th Street construction is completed. The detour converted a section of University Drive to two-way traffic. Once construction on the University Drive bike lane begins, traffic will be converted to one-way, one lane for about a week, Gorder said. Plans for the construction project began in 2009, with the help of NDSU students working with the NDDOT. Actual construction began in the beginning of April and was scheduled to be
Construction crews are slated to finish up the project on 10th Street North this week.
complete by mid-September. The construction is ahead of schedule, despite difficulties with underground work,
thanks to great working weather, Gorder said. The NDDOT cautions drivers that more pedestrians
are filling the streets now that schools have started their fall semester, Gorder explained. “Traffic patterns change
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instantly once school starts,” he said, “so drivers need to be on guard.”
150 ways to participate Student Involvement Expo shows what NDSU has to offer Kelsi Novitsky Contributing Writer
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The Sudent Involvement Expo features a variety of student organizations on campus. This year’s expo will take place Wednesday.
The Student Involvement Expo will showcase over a hundred booths, offering different ways that students can get involved at NDSU. The Student Involvement Expo provides student clubs and organizations the chance to showcase themselves and what they are about. This year, 150 clubs and organizations will be represented from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday on the East Patio of the Memorial Union. A tradition at NDSU, the Student Involvement Expo has been occurring annually for over a decade. This year, Alice Arnetson, a senior majoring in public relations, organized the expo. “We really want students to get involved,” Arnetson
said. “Employers look for student involvement, and it broadens your horizons.” Sophomore Preston Gilderhus, majoring in industrial engineering, aided Arnetson in organizing the expo. “The Student Involvement Expo encourages students to become more involved on campus,” said Gilderhus. “It has benefited NDSU by showcasing the student leaders on campus and promoting NDSU’s pillar of being a student focused university.” Arnetson and Gilderhus have added a bit of flair to this year’s expo. Unlike previous years, 20 student organizations will get on stage to perform at the expo. “At this year’s expo, we’re inviting organizations to show a unique activity, which could range from dancing or speeches to skits,” said Gilderhus. “We are also
planning a Bison pride contest for the booths.” Arnetson and Gilderhus both hope to make this year’s expo a success. “I really like seeing all the students and seeing it so busy on the East Patio,” said Arnetson. “I can’t wait to see it all come together.” With all the opportunities offered by the Student Involvement Expo, Gilderhus feels it is a must-see, he said. “My favorite memory of the expo last fall was when I was looking into fraternities and hearing about all the different social and philanthropic activities each fraternity decides to participate in,” Gilderhus said. “From Nokomis Child Care to Make a Wish Foundation, Greek life and NDSU organizations have been great for giving back to the Fargo/Moorhead community.”
TCU doubles max grant award for colloborative programs Larisa Bosserman Head News Editor Tri-College University has doubled the maximum grant amount for students, staff and faculty applying for its annual collaborative grant. Members of Concordia College, North Dakota State University and Minnesota State University Moorhead can apply for grants to help start a new program, which involves members from at least two of the three campuses. Tim Flakoll, the Provost of TCU, says the maximum amount of the award increased from $1,000 to $2,000 this year and that the lowest amount given has been $250. The newer aspects of the program are brought by the applicants and their ideas for programs. “The newness comes from those that apply” Fla-
koll said. Grants can be awarded between $200-$2,000 according to a TCU press release. The purpose of the TCU collaborative grant program is to give collaborative opportunities to members of the campus community who share interests and goals. TCU is looking for new programs and ideas that need financial help to begin. “Projects or programs that haven’t been done or haven’t been tried before,” Flakoll said. “Someone who has a new idea… we want to have this [grant award] as a launch pad in essence, for programs that may be ongoing…or a one time opportunity.” According to the press release there have been successful collaborations in the four years the program has been available. Previous grant winners include a women’s colle-
giate lacrosse club and the design of an electronics lab manual used by physics and engineering students across tri-college campuses. One usage of the grant money was setting up a wireless Internet service called “Eduroam” across all three campuses. The origin of the name is from education and roam. This wifi allows members of campus to register at their home campus and use the same Internet service at CC, MSUM, NDSU and possibly other universities internationally who are using the network. Visitors between campuses will no longer have to create separate wireless access accounts for each campus or request a visitor log in code at another campus. Daniel Heckaman, the CIO and director of technology at MSUM, was quoted in a TCU press release in regards to the potential of Eduroam.
“Eduroam allows our students to stay connected throughout their studies locally and abroad. Connectivity is a key component to the learning process,” Heckaman said. NDSU and CC already have Eduroam and MSUM will install it this fall. Flakoll says applicants should be aware that TCU is not looking to fund projects that already have major funding or could find grants elsewhere through their own departments. “We would like to be a significant portion of the overall expenditure. We don’t want to have our 2,000 be part of 200,000,” Flakoll said.
According to Flakoll, an Angels on Wings program was discussed. Even though it did not come to fruition it is a good example of the type of collaboration TCU is looking for. “One thing we talked about was an Angels on Wings riding program at the equine center… but also work with students at MSUM who are going into social work that deal with children who have physical or mental challenges and give them an expanded opportunity.” In this scenario students across campuses would be sharing resources and creating an opportunity for real world training they could
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not supply alone. Flakoll says the programs awarded must be acceptable to all campuses. TCU does not want to misuse grant dollars. “We don’t do anything partisan politics wise. So if people are thinking about let’s have a rally for so and so…not happening,” Flakoll says. Students who wish to apply must submit a grant application explaining the details of their program. The application deadline is October 15, 2012. For more information go to: http://www.tri-college.org/ tcu_program_criteria_how_ to_apply/
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We’re just 8 back-to-school basics for avoiding the ‘freshman 15’ jealous of the to further their educations. Jessie Battest freshman However, college is often Staff Writer
Jaime Jarmin Features Editor Now that the freshman have had a week to appropriately pace themselves among the herd, it will be harder and harder for us upperclassmen to immediately spot them from afar. Perhaps this is attributed to these pieces of fresh meat placing their free Bison t-shirt they received during orientation away in their dorm drawers until they’ve successfully finished their first year of school. Either that or they’ve decided to send their high school “Class of 2012” t-shirts home to mom to make into a nostalgic t-shirt quilt. Or perhaps they’ve decided to stop wearing their lanyard around their neck… the list goes on. Sure, there’s a delicate balance for us upperclassmen to feel superior and wise compared to inferior and ignorant, but we have to remember that we all were freshmen once, too. I’m sure every one of you seasoned Bison reading this were just as guilty to have clutched a campus map as tightly as you could while walking to each of your classes, terrified to show up late. I’m also positive that some of you have even sat in on a class that you thought was Math 104 and you didn’t realize until a half hour into the class that it was actually English 120. And seriously, that is a dead giveaway to showing how fresh of a man (or woman) you are. There’s something very intimidating about being surrounded by people who actually know where they are going. There is something even more intimidating about knowing these professional campus navigators -- ahem, upperclassmen -- are silently judging you because of your ignorant navigation of this strange new land. But this is our time as upperclassmen to set a new tone on our campus. We need to reassure these fresh faces that it’s OK to be a little inexperienced sometimes. Perhaps a big reason why we upperclassmen are so hard on the freshman is because we are simply jealous of them. We’re jealous of their next four years that they get to spend on such an awesome campus, meeting great new people, and taking in more information than they can handle at times. We’re also jealous that we don’t have the opportunity to spend the next four years getting to learn about ourselves, and instead we’re going to be thrust into the real world. (And quite frankly, some of us Bison will probably get trampled along the way). Therefore, we experienced upperclassmen need to take these little calves under our wings (which are anatomically incorrect, I know, but you get my point). We need to accept them for the inexperienced beings that they are. We need to remind them that yes, even we get lost sometimes … although we’d never admit it.
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Not gaining the “freshman 15” is safely said to be a goal held by the majority of incoming college freshman. Too often, physical fitness solely defines the meaning of “health” in the minds of incoming college students, when in fact there are a wide variety of aspects involved in maintaining a healthy lifestyle in college. Be physical. Beginning with the most obvious, maintaining physical fitness is an important part of building a healthy lifestyle. Most institutions provide an assortment of opportunities geared toward promoting exercise. Organize an intramural sports team, join a group exercise class, form a personal fitness plan or take the stairs to your room or classrooms -- there are many different ways to fit physical fitness into your daily routine. Schedule sleep. Oftentimes, sleep is taken for granted by college students, which might in turn hinder performance in other areas of life, such as physical and academic fitness. According to the National Sleep Foundation, college students or young adults need 7-9 hours of sleep per night. With full schedules including classes, part-time jobs, club meetings, social gatherings, volunteer activities and homework, sleep gets the last slot on the list of priorities. However, giving your body and mind an adequate amount of sleep will boost your success in each of those areas previously mentioned. Stay studious. College is a place specifically fashioned to give high school graduates an opportunity
referred to as “the best time of your life” and academics are set aside to make room for socializing. Although it may be difficult, balancing a social life with school and work is an extremely important part of being a healthy student, and the sooner you figure out how to do so by trial and error, the more enjoyable your future college years will be. Acknowledge anxiety. Stress is nothing to dismiss. Try to manage it by setting appropriate priorities, getting plenty of sleep, and talking to someone at the Counseling Center on campus if you feel overstressed or overwhelmed at any point in your time at school. You can find additional information by visiting the Counseling Center’s website: http:// www.ndsu.edu/counseling/ personal_counseling/. Plan meals. With the foreboding “freshman 15” looming over many new college students, planning healthy and regular meals is a great method of combat against putting on those extra pounds. Eat breakfast, as it is said by doctors on WebMD.com to enhance learning and even help with weight loss. Fuel your mind and body with a small healthy lunch, and finish your day by eating a filling, health-promoting meal. Budget wisely. Being financially healthy can be difficult after gaining such a significant amount of independence upon arriving at college. Keep track of your spending and earning, and budget your money by allowing yourself to only spend so much of your earnings. Look for coupons, search for deals on groceries, attend the cheap theater and seek out the “free” or
Mataya Armstrong | The Spectrum low-cost activities on and off campus. Get social. Make acquaintances, make friends and make connections. Interacting with peers will help keep you sane when trying to deal with busy school schedules or work or other relationships. Communicating on a more personal level with professors and
advisors will begin to weave your networking web and will help you obtain credible references and recommendations during future career searches. Live safely. Last but not least: safety. Familiarize yourself with the locations of hospitals or clinics in the area, memorize the phone number of campus police,
use the buddy system, know the risks associated with alcohol intake or driving under the influence, take a self-defense class, learn CPR and always be prepared for emergency situations to arise. Look both ways before you cross the street, and enjoy the road through college by keeping yourself wholly healthy.
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Dear Honest Truth, I am a freshman this semester, and I am realizing that I am becoming lonelier as the days go by. My hometown is a few hours away, and I can’t just go home and hang out with my family and friends. My roommate is sweet, but we really do not have anything in common. She has made friends with other people on our floor and I get the feeling that she is not interested in being my friend. I feel like I have no one to talk to or connect with -- until recently. During orientation I met a really nice, funny guy, and we exchanged numbers and now we text all the time. He even started calling me a few days ago, and we can sit and talk for hours before bed. Even though he is exactly what I need right now, here is the problem: I have a boyfriend who goes to college in another state. I really do love my boyfriend, and I’m not sure if he’d like it if he knew I was talking to this new guy the way I am. I’m pretty sure my new friend is looking for more than just a friendship, but I’m not. I don’t want to lead him on -- I just really need a friend right now. Please help! Sincerely, Lonely and in Love
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Fresh uses for healthy, delicious avocados
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Avocado facial targets dry skin, recipe inspiration
Houda Abdelrahman Contributing Writer The summer produce selection offers juicy fruits and vegetables that are hard to find with the same ripeness and flavor in the winter. One of the stars of the season is the avocado. Whether you like avocado alone, sliced inside a sub, or creamed in guacamole dip, the fruit’s flesh is filled with nutrients. One avocado totals about 276 calories, according to caloriecount.com. The majority of the fat is unsaturated, making it a better health choice compared to saturated fats. Avocados naturally contain vitamins K, C and E. In addition, the fruit boasts a healthy quantity of folate, potassium, riboflavin, niacin and fiber, according to avocado.org. While some may associate avocados with guacamole, Bon Appetit’s website suggests recipes using the delicious fruit in a smoothie, soup and ice cream, just to name a few of the creative options. Feeling inventive? Endlesssimmer.com has rec-
ipes for chocolate-avocado macaroons, avocado donuts and double chocolate avocado muffins. An easy way to cut an avocado is to slice it in half lengthwise and remove the pit. Then, cut half-inch sections horizontally and vertically through both halves of the avocado. Once both halves are sliced, flip the flesh inside out and easily cut off the chunks of avocado. Another favorite use for the avocado, however, is not in cooking. The avocado’s creamy green flesh is also excellent for use in hydrating facials. Dry skin makes a face feel tight, dull and irritated. Not to mention, dry skin is “prone to natural wrinkling” because “UV rays penetrate deeper into dehydrated skin,” according the “Beauty Book” author Helen Foster. If you’re up for enjoying some simple pampering, the avocado is an easy, fun solution. Using simple kitchen ingredients, you can easily make an avocado facial that moisturizes and exfoliates without any added chemicals. This natural facial also gives you more bang for
Avocados provide healthy nutrients for both beauty treatments as well as interesting recipe options. your buck because it is less expensive than over-thecounter moisturizers. Scoop out two tablespoons of the creamy flesh when the fruit is ripe. Mash until its texture is smooth. Combine with two teaspoons of sugar. Mix well until smooth. Apply to washed,
Honest Truth continued from page 4 Dear Lonely and in Love, Even though your motives are innocent, your new friend’s motives might not be. Let’s face it: Guys can be led on easily. There are so many people on our campus, and I’m positive that you’ll find another girl (or girls) who you can connect with. Having girl friends is so rewarding, and not experiencing that is almost cheating yourself out of a great gift college gives you. Speaking of cheating, you probably shouldn’t continue talking to this new friend of yours like you would talk to your boyfriend. How would you feel if the roles were switched and your boyfriend was the one talking all day and night with a new girl he just met? You’d probably feel lonelier than you do now, that’s for sure. Try going to a campus organizations meeting! We have hundreds of organizations at NDSU where you will find someone you can connect with based on your interests. Besides, college just started! It takes time to find true friends who are willing to invest in you, not just them. Sincerely, Insightful Bison Dear Lonely and in Love, Have you been upfront with your new friend and told him you have a boyfriend? Honesty is the best policy. I don’t think there is anything wrong with having him as a friend as long as you both know what the other expects. Make sure you tell him that you are only interested in being friends. At the same time you may want to re-evaluate what you want out of a relationship at this stage in your life. Do you want to be in a long distance relationship where you won’t get to see your boyfriend very often? If you do, then I would suggest telling your boyfriend about your new friend too. It is better for him to be aware of your new male friend so if he does hear about him later on he won’t jump to the wrong conclusions. Your boyfriend may be suspicious if in a month you are recounting your day to him and mention that you went to the pizza shop between classes with this friend. He probably would feel that you were hiding him, and honestly, weren’t you? So decide what you want, be honest to your boyfriend and new friend and avoid the suspicion and awkwardness. Sincerely, Realistic Bison Dear Lonely and in Love, I know it’s hard at this time, but you need to remember that this is only your first week of school. You have no idea what the next semester let alone the next few weeks will bring. Making friends that are willing to invest in you takes time and effort on your part. From my experience, being best friends with your roommate is not always a good plan. Living with people you love the most can be very detrimental to your relationship. You need to get out of the dorm and meet people who don’t live across the hall or in the same room as you. Join an organization, join an intramural team, go on a student-led trip or try meeting people at a religious meeting, if that’s your thing. There are many people in the same situation that you are in, and they are probably just waiting for a new friend. That could be you! As for your new male friend, I would advise you to be upfront and honest to both your boyfriend and to yourself. Do you want to leave your boyfriend? Or do you have feelings toward this new guy? You need to remember that the best relationships come from good friendships, so take a hard look at yourself and invest in the relationship you feel is best for you. It is OK for you to be friends with people of the opposite sex, but make sure your motives match your actions. Keep your head up, Lonely! Everything will turn out the way it is supposed to in the end. Sincerely, Concerned Bison
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An international student perspective Yasser Shaikh Contributing Writer Fargo, Aug. 25, 2012: Before arriving to the Land of Liberty, we all have a certain perception about America, its people and its society. And like any other student, I had anticipated a culture shock upon my arrival. However, hailing from a country which advertises such vast cultural diversity, the transition was fairly easy for me. But I’m sure students from many nationalities didn’t have that comfort. The two weeks I spent in Fargo have been like a lifetime of learning. I would like to perceive this period in three phases; the phase of excitement, the phase of anxiety and the phase of acceptance. The excitement was for the joy of visiting a new land, the anxiety stemmed from differences we came across and the acceptance was more by the American society than by us. It was wonderful to experience the collage of international cultures while we learnt a thing or two about the American System and the American Living. Be it crossing roads or counting money, everything different that we tried here was a new achievement under the belt. The fun of being in a class with 300 students and yet being heard, the freedom to design your own education and the opportunity to choose your way of life were some of the things I re-
ally appreciated and I’m sure most of us did. The Fargo community and the Bison Nation left no stone unturned in making every student feel at home. The surprising part was that people really knew what to expect from you if you belonged to a particular nation or community. I believe what really made me comfortable in adapting to my new hosts was this little flower of Dandelion I came across on the lawns of my apartment. Just like this so called “weed” makes its hosts comfortable
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and promotes acceptance among them, we should help our new home to understand us better and we must make an effort to understand it better. We should work to break the stereotypes and enrich our new community with the goodness of our culture and our legacy; like the Dandelion does by providing nutrition to the surrounding flowers. Only then will we be able to gain the support and love that we desire from our fellow Bisons.
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NDSU Music Academy provides community with music lessons, life skills Jaime Jarmin Spectrum Staff The NDSU Music Academy, a non-profit organization working with the NDSU Music Department, is preparing for another successful year of offering music lessons to both children and adults in the FargoMoorhead area. The types of lessons include piano, voice and guitar, as well as a few other instruments. The music lessons will be taught by graduate and undergraduate students who want to gain more teaching experience by working oneon-one with students ranging in age from four years old to adults. What began last year as a way to provide the community with more opportunities to take music lessons, the community’s response to the academy was overwhelming. “We kind of started small just to see what the interest would be in a community music program,” Prigge said. “Before we had even done a lot of advertising we had a lot of people interested …so we knew there was a big need in the community.” The demand for more music lessons was evident when the fall registration numbers had begun to trickle in more each day. “I think we will be bigger this year. By last spring we had 56 students and right now we’re sitting at about that number and we’re still get-
ting quite a few calls,” she added. The positive response this program received right away highlighted the need for more music teachers in the area. “There are just never enough music teachers,” Prigge said. “This has kind of provided a way for people to easily find music teachers.” As well as benefiting the community with more music teachers, the Academy also benefits the graduate and undergraduate students by providing them with valuable teaching experience. “This provides some of our graduate students and some of our undergraduate students teaching experience and then it also helps provide what the community needs, which are more music teachers,” Prigge said. “It’s hard to find teachers with a lot of openings.” As the director, Prigge organizes scheduling and contacts between the teachers and the parents. The Academy would most likely not run as smoothly as it does without her dedication to the planning of this program. “I think it’s been interesting to see how much, just in the NDSU community – whether it’s faculty themselves or children of the faculty -- seeing the interest in starting music lessons,” Prigge said. She understands how important music is for developing student’s critical thinking and listening skills, as well as their creativity.
“It’s fun to see all of the students showing up for lessons, interacting with each other,” Prigge mentioned. “They’re able to be in a community of music students … So it kind of gives a neat group environment.” Although this program is proving to be beneficial to this community, the growing numbers pose a challenge toward hiring enough students to teach in order to meet the demand. “Finding students that have the time to teach has been one of biggest [challenges] … having enough teachers to fulfill the need,” Prigge said. “Music students, and all students, are busy.” Sarah Lien is the mother of two elementary-aged piano students who have been taking lessons from the Academy’s staff since last year. A musician herself, Lien mentions how grateful she is to have students willing to teach her children, 8-year-old Anna and 6-yearold James, instead teaching them herself. “I know it’s not easy to teach your own kids some things, and I’ve just been happy to provide them the opportunity to take lessons and not have to do it myself,” Lien said. “I think they listen better and respond better.” The NDSU Music Academy wants to expand toward organizing music camps as well as offering a wider variety of musical instruments for lessons to its students in the future. “It’s a place that they can
Mataya Armstrong | The Spectrum Sarah Prigge, the NDSU Music Academy director, understands the importance of providing music lessons to not only children but also adults.
go where they can be surrounded by music. It’s been pretty fun to expose them to that through the academy… It’s been a good routine for
them to do once a week,” Lien explained. To learn more about the NDSU Music Academy, as well as register for music
lessons, you can go to ndsumusicacademy.musicteachershelper.com.
Sony shuts down ‘WipEout’ developer Studio Liverpool Steven Strom A&E Editor 2012’s worrying trend of game development studio closures continued last week as Sony shut down the UK-based Studio Liverpool. The studio was best known for the popular “WipEout” series of Playstation exclusive racing games, as well as being responsible for the publishing of the original version of the classic title “Lemmings” in 1991. In a statement released to gaming news blog Kotaku, Sony said, “We do regular reviews to ensure that the resources we have can create and produce high
quality, innovative and commercially viable projects in an increasingly competitive market place.” “It has been decided that Liverpool Studio should be closed. Liverpool Studio has been an important part of Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios since the outset of PlayStation, and has contributed greatly to PlayStation over the years. Everyone connected with Liverpool Studio, past and present, can be very proud of their achievements.” “However, it was felt that by focusing our investment plans on other studios that are currently working on exciting new projects, we would be in a stronger position to offer the best possible
content for our consumers.” The closure of the studio is perhaps not entirely a surprise as earlier this year many of the developer’s works in progress had already been cancelled. “It has been decided that production on a number of projects within Studio Liverpool will cease immediately due to project prioritization,” Sony said in a public statement back in January of 2010. “Our North West Studio Group has been and will continue to be a vital cog in the WWS family, with a history of producing genre defining games such as ‘MotorStorm,’ ‘WipEout,’ ‘Formula 1’ and ‘WRC’ and this decision will have no impact of the role that the North West Studio Group
will play in the future of all PlayStation platforms.” Their last game was “WipEout 2048,” a prequel to their primary franchise, for the PlayStation Vita. However, a “reliable source” informed Eurogamer that the Liverpool team was already at work on two new games for the untitled follow-up to the PlayStation 3 -- which rumors insist is codenamed “Orbis.” The first game was supposedly a next-generation “WipEout” title that would have supposedly been “radically different” than previous entries in the franchise. The second was to be a game styled after “Splinter Cell” and featuring motion capture technology similar to that used in “L.A. Noire.”
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The new “WipEout” game had reportedly been in development for 12-18 months, meaning that it’s likely that the assets will be re-appropriated elsewhere. Unfortunately for the studio’s nearly 100 former employees the assets simply won’t be used by them. This incident is the latest in a rash of layoffs that have been plaguing the games industry for the past year and a half. While the most high profile instance was certainly the debacle surrounding 38 Studios and Big Huge Games, we’ve also witnessed the losses of Team Bondi (“L.A. Noire”), Bizarre Creations (“Project Gotham Racing”), Kaos Studios (“Homefront”) as well as many smaller devel-
opers. This is possibly due to the lengthy lifespan of current generation consoles finally winding down as we prepare for the next cycle. The next console cycle (which will technically be starting later this year with the release of the Wii U) will likely breathe some new life into the development scene and bring back some of the designers that help to make this industry possible. If not, I expect we’ll begin to see the current migration of designers towards the independent space really explode as more developers look for other ways to spread their respective visions.
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Comic book releases for week of Aug. 22 Steven Strom
Comic books can be very A&E Editor hard to follow. With series that run hundreds of issues long and intersect with half a dozen other storylines, keeping up with each franchise every month can be hectic. That’s why we’ve decided to pull each of the week’s biggest comics and lay them out for all to see. With artists, writers, prices and the official Comixology description of each issue you no longer have to feel left behind every Wednesday. Now, you can follow along no matter where you start.
All Star Western #12
Author: Justin Gray Artist: Jimmy Palmiotti Price: $3.99 Official Comixology Description: “The finale of JONAH HEX and TALLULAH BLACK’S battle with the followers of THE CRIME BIBLE. Part 2 of the TERRENCE 13 backup story.”
The Amazing Spider-Man #692
Author: Dan Slott Artist: Humberto Ramos Price: $5.99 Official Comixology Description: “The 50th Anniversary issue of the Amazing Spider-Man! A special over-sized issue harkening back to the legend that started it all! Get ready for an all-new tale about a different kind of power and responsibility...”
Batman: The Dark Knight #12
Author: Greg Hurwitz Artist: David Finch, Richard Friend Price: $2.99 Official Comixology Description: “BATMAN has been captured by THE SCARECROW, who wants THE DARK KNIGHT to be his guinea pig for the ULTIMATE fear toxin. Don’t miss revelations about THE SCARECROW’s past!”
Before Watchmen: Dr. Manhattan #1
Author: J. Michael Straczynski, Len Wein Artist: Adam Hughes, John Higgins Price: $3.99 Official Comixology Description: “’I watch as a box containing a mystery is lowered into the soil.’ And don›t miss the latest chapter of the CRIMSON CORSAIR backup epic from writer LEN WEIN and artist JOHN HIGGINS!”
The Flash #12
Author: Francis Manapul, Brian Buccellato Artist: Francis Manapul Price: $2.99 Official Comixology Description: “- Setting up THE ROGUES as a team as the next major storyline for the series begins! - GLIDER takes center stage!”
Green Lantern: New Guardians #12
Author: Antony Bedard Artist: Tyler Kirkham, Matt Batt Banning Price: $2.99 Official Comixology Description: “The RING THIEF unmasked! The NEW GUARDIANS vs. LARFLEEZE! The final judgment of INVICTUS!”
The Invincible Iron Man #523
Author: Matt Fraction Artist: Salvador Larroca Price: $3.99 Official Comixology Description: “What does THE FUTURE hold for Tony Stark? What is the stunning truth behind the Mandarin’s mission? How can our heroes stop the Mandarin’s plans?”
Justice League Dark #12
Author: Jeff Lemire Artist: Mikel Janin Price: $2.99 Official Comixology Description: FAUST’S true master is revealed! The divided team must go up against BLACKBRIAR THORN!
Superman #12
Author: Dan Jurgens Artist: Dan Jurgens, Jesus Merino Price: $2.99 Official Comixology Description: “- The entity that came from the bottom of the ocean in issue #9 is back - and it’s trying to create a dimensional gateway for his army! - Earth is in peril, and Superman is the only one who can pre- vent mass death and destruction.”
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The Uncanny X-Men #17
Teen Titans #12
Author: Scott Lobdell, Fabian Nicieza Artist: Brett Booth & Various Price: $2.99 Official Comixology Description: “Lookout, RED ROBIN and SUPERBOY! The power of WONDER GIRL’S armor has been unleashed! Introducing DIESEL is he WONDER GIRL’S new boyfriend, or worse? And in the backup story, the fate of the prehistoric visitors from MYSTERY ISLAND rest with KID FLASH. Will they become extinct, too?”
Author: Kieron Gillen Artist: Daniel Acuna Price: $3.99 Official Comixology Description: “The climactic end to the X-Men’s greatest stand against Sinister as the culmination of everything Sinister has been planning comes to fruition!”
Wolverine #312
Author: Jeph Loeb Artist: Simone Bianchi Price: $3.99 Official Comixology Description: “Sabretooth is back! Where has Sabretooth been and whose side is he on now? The identity of the red-headed woman who came to Wolverine’s rescue is revealed!”
Wolverine Annual #1
Ultimate Comics #14
Author: Sam Humphries Artist: Billy Tan Price: $3.99 Official Comixology Description: “DIVIDED WE FALL tie-in! Someone is working behind the scenes to divide the country, but who? Ultimate Cap, Iron Man and Thor finally reunited! A crisis in the United States forces the Ultimates into action!”
Author: Alan Davis Artist: Alan Davis Price: $4.99 Official Comixology Description: “A debt owed to a dead man causes Wolverine to seek the truth behind the mystery of the rogue member of the ClanDestine family called Vincent! The finale to the tale started in Fantastic Four Annual #33 and Daredevil Annual #1!”
X-Men Legacy #272
Author: Christos N. Gage Artist: Rafael Sandoval Price: $2.99 Official Comixology Description: “Trapped in another world and in the clutches of the terrifying Swarm, Rogue struggles to stay alive long enough to find a way home!”
ABC moves Jimmy Kimmel against Letterman, Leno Matt Paulsen
Contributing Writer Jay Leno and David Letterman better watch out, because starting this January, the late night game is about to get a little more crowded. ABC announced Monday that it has decided to move Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show up a half hour from 11p.m. The move puts Kimmel in direct competition against the two late night mainstays, with Leno over at NBC, and Letterman at CBS. With increasing ratings year-to-year, Kimmel is certainly becoming more of a household name, which could be why ABC felt Kimmel was finally ready for a leap to the big time. With the show debuting in 2003, the move has been a long time coming. The change comes on the heels of Kimmel hosting last April’s White House Correspondents dinner. If
that is not enough time in the spotlight, last March, Kimmel was announced as host for the 64th Primetime Emmy Awards airing September 23 on ABC. Kimmel may be moving to 10:35 p.m., but fans of ABC’s “Nightline” do not have to worry. The news show will move up an hour to 11:35 p.m. For those “Nightline” fans unable or unwilling to stay up for an extra hour, ABC has them covered. The network plans on airing an additional primetime version of the show Friday nights at 9. On Tuesday, Kimmel took to his Twitter account and had the following to say about the switch. “Thanks to all for the kind words re. our move to 11:35 in Jan. I feel like a real life Princess…” The shakeup is the biggest thing to hit the late night landscape since 2010 when
Conan O’Brien briefly took over the “Tonight Show” for Jay Leno, only to see Leno reclaim his show not even a full year later. Kimmel certainly throws a wrench into the late night game. The news comes just a few days after Leno’s “Tonight Show” was hit with budget cuts resulting in a reduction of pay, and the laying off of staff. With the growing popularity of other late night shows even airing after Leno and Letterman such as NBC’s Jimmy Fallon and CBS’ Craig Ferguson, it will be interesting to see how the shakeup will impact the late night game in the coming years. Throw in Comedy Central’s “Daily Show” and “The Colbert Report”, and there is definitely not a shortage of late night entertainment. Only time will tell if Kimmel can make a dent in
his earlier time slot. His recent exposure will surely not hurt his chances. When all is said and done, it will come down to Kimmel’s fans,
which he took time to thank on his Twitter account. “I got so much love for the fans…you are always there for me and I will al-
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ways be there for you. Much love. Thanks.” Jimmy Kimmel officially makes his move to 10:35 p.m. January 8 on ABC.
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Cycling Bad means to a good end into the Romney’s energy policy flawed future Nathan Stottler Opinion Editor
Fargo’s new bike lanes are a blessing for students Nathan Stottler Opinion Editor
By now, with the first week of classes gone by, most of us have no doubt in becoming fairly comfortable with the daily routines that will soon be dominating our lives week in and week out over the next semester. Perhaps some of our newer Bison haven’t quite reached the comfort level of their upperclassmen counterparts, but that will come soon enough. And, no doubt, anyone who has made the journey downtown to Renaissance, Klai or Barry halls has become incredibly frustrated with the amount of construction that is currently underway. The usual five to 10 minute bus ride from the downtown campus to the main campus has been extended with a ridiculous detour that seems both wasteful and redundant. After one trip to Klai hall for my second class last week, I was so frustrated that I all but swore off riding the bus in favor of my bicycle – at least, until the onset of winter makes biking an invalid option. And what a great year for cyclists on our campus! Soon, freshly painted bike lanes on University Drive, 10 Street (if it ever opens) and 4 Avenue North (again, when it opens) will provide bikers with a safe, direct route from the main campus to the downtown campus and back again. No more will we be relegated to sidewalks and back streets plagued with parked cars, potholes and dangerous intersections. Equal status is sweet, sweet bliss. And if you are still one of those people who drive from main campus to downtown and back, you definitely need to perk up your ears. I used to be one of you. I used to struggle day in and day out with the lack of parking space around Klai hall, used to yell at my windshield when trying to park at Renaissance and used to throw fits any time I got a parking ticket. If the prospect of no parking woes, no ticket fees and less gas out of your tank isn’t enough to get you riding your bike, I don’t know what is. So for anyone who is (already) fed up with the bus schedule, anyone who has a mere 15 minutes to commute from main campus to downtown, and who doesn’t want to deal with parking, I encourage you to hop on your bike. You will make Fargo’s city planners and commissioners feel like they made the right decision, you will get a bit of exercise and a good dosage of fresh air. And last, but certainly not least, if you are switching from driving to biking, you can take a sizeable bite out of both your carbon footprint, as well as your gasoline budget. Nathan is a senior majoring in landscape architecture. Follow him on twitter @nwstottler.
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Last Thursday, Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney laid out his energy policy during a speech at a truck and supply center in Hobbs, New Mexico. He outlined a plan that called for a sharp increase in domestic production of gas and oil on federal lands and in waters off the U.S. coast. Romney plans to use this policy to both restart job growth in the U.S., as well as achieve energy independence by the year 2020. While these goals are both respectable in their own right, Romney is taking the wrong approach to attaining them. His energy policy includes no recognition of the reality of climate change, and it would seem that no conservative in our country has a grasp on what the term ‘non-renewable resource’ actually means. Furthermore, the former governor has turned a blind eye to the history – and present – of oil and gas development in the United States, and what it actually means for local economies. To know what I mean, you have only to turn to any former oil boomtown in any corner of the world, be
it as far away as Venezuela or Azerbaijan, or as close to home as Texas or Pennsylvania. Non-renewable resources are just that – nonrenewable; once they are gone, there is no re-creating
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“Streets that once were flowing with oil and money will be home to nothing but tumbleweeds and the sad ghosts of unfulfilled dreams.”
them. Unlike biofuels, which can be grown, or wind and solar energy, which will be around as long as the sun is, fossil fuels are available to us in limited supply. So when a boomtown hits its heyday, the sand in the hourglass is already half gone, and it will only be a matter of time before the ‘boom’ turns to ‘bust.’ In no time at all, streets that once were flowing with oil and money will be home to nothing but tumbleweeds and the sad ghosts of unfulfilled dreams. So when Mitt Romney promises “good jobs for anyone who wants one,” I can only shake my head. Sure, increasing the rate of
extraction of fossil fuels on federal lands and in coastal waters will create more jobs in the immediate future. Heck, it may even lead us to energy independence – that elusive goal of each and every president since Jimmy Carter – but how long can this pipe dream last? How long before all of the oil wells are dried up, the gas wells run dry and the top of every mountain in the Appalachians has been laid to rubble in the search for coal? As so many boomtowns across the world show, the jobs created by the oil and gas industries are not long lasting. Unlike jobs created by factories, offices or small businesses, oil industry jobs cannot provide anyone with a permanent place of residence to settle down, raise a family, grow old and live out the American dream. The resources that sustain their livelihood will run dry far before any such dream can be realized, and they will be forced to move on. On top of this, extracting energy at a faster pace will only bring us closer to a day without fossil fuels even sooner than we already anticipate. So, for the jobs that are already located in the oil and gas industries, the life expectancy just got shorter. Furthermore, with the
faster extraction of fossil fuels, any energy independence gained can only be short lived if no plan is in place to replace them with renewable energy sources. Sure, it will be a boon to our economy if we can cease to purchase our energy from locales outside of North America. But by doing so, we move forward the hour hand on the countdown to the death of fossil fuels, leaving even less time for the development of renewable energy technologies. This year, a significant number of tax credits for the wind power industry are set to expire. This would mean a significant blow to the economies of such states as Iowa and Colorado, where wind energy provides tens of thousands of jobs. In a statement dripping with pure hypocrisy, Romney’s policy adviser Oren Cass stated that, “[Former] Gov. Romney is focused on actually setting the wind industry up to be a competitive, innovative industry that can succeed on its own two feet, like so many other successful and profitable industries in the country.” The irony in that statement is at such a level that nobody outside of politics could possibly live with themselves after uttering it.
Romney is phasing out wind energy subsidies in order to force the industry to “stand on its own two feet?” In order that it may be come as successful as what, the fossil fuel industries? Mr. Romney seems to have forgotten that fossil fuel companies receive far more American tax dollars in the form of subsidies than any renewable industry. That’s correct folks; those companies – ExxonMobil, Shell, Chevron, Halliburton – that turn in millions of dollars of profit every quarter are being subsidies with millions of our tax dollars each and every year. And renewable energy? The energy industries that will certainly be providing our society with its energy needs after the fossil fuels run dry? Mr. Romney will turn them out and throw them to the dogs. With goals as lofty as energy independence and jobs for all, shouldn’t a president’s energy policy be progressive? Shouldn’t it look to the future, and learn from the examples of the past, rather than rolling in the greedy, wasteful reek of the present?
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in our society. In order to attempt to see the brighter side of our world, I believe there are two simple steps to do so. First, respect what others say. Everyone is entitled to their opinion and we should all understand this and open our minds to new ideas. Second, we all can try harder to participate in positive activities or try and change our attitudes towards them. I personally will attempt to write articles that are more than pointing out flaws and turn my tone around to a more positive tone.
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Our thoughts need more sunshine Holland Lind Contributing Writer Everyone has an opinion; they outline our personalities and make us different from one another. We need opinions, for they help us solve problems and allow us to have different styles and personalities. Unfortunately, most of our society has turned opinions into a negative subject. We find that an opinion is usually negative or someone simply complaining. However, an opinion is only an opinion if someone disagrees with it; if no one disapproved it would just be a
fact. I can be the first to admit that my opinions have been more negative, pointing out faults and not rejoicing or commending my subjects. As this year begins, I am making a goal of having a more positive tone in my writing; this will be a challenge as the upcoming elections approach. However, I am not the only one with this adverse problem. In several newspapers that I have read, I have seen a negative hue to not only the opinions, but in the entire document. I believe that is because we want to hear the bad. There are millions of amazing things going on in our world, but we often
don’t hear about them because we are drawn to the articles of something horrible or devastating happening. Knowing about bad things that happen is important, however so is learning about the good. Our war in Iraq is a perfect example. Almost every day we hear how many soldiers die or were hurt, and respect must be given to them. However, why was there so little information on all the positive things that came from the war? We provided hope for many people, supplying them with more of a structure than they ever had, gave children happiness, and showed the world that our country will
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“Everyone is entitled to their opinion, and we should all understand this and open our minds to new ideas” This is no opinion on our presence overseas, but a mere point. The point I am trying to get across is that there are good things to say even about some more negative subjects. Lets try and look for these rays of hope
Holland is a senior majoring in apparel and textiles/retail management.
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Building a ‘nest’
Settling into a long-term relationship Tessa Torgeson Contributing Writer Lots of days I feel like an odd hybrid between a twelve-year-old overdosing on sugar and an elderly cat lady. Let me explain. I have a youthful, eccentric mania that leads me to constantly be in motion, trying new ideas and struggling to relax. Yet I am also a homebody content to spend a Friday night in my pajamas. My boyfriend and I moved into an apartment in July. Although it is decidedly non-traditional and not the preferred choice of either of our parents, it is what works best for us. Luckily our parents have both embraced our decision and been supportive. Ever since then, my mom has lovingly joked that I am in the ‘nesting stage.’ “Nesting?” I quizzically asked my mom. She explained and it goes a little something like this. Nesting is an innate instinct when mothers of the animal kingdom began preparing their proverbial ‘nests’ for raising a family. While nesting obviously does not apply to humans quite as literally as birds, it is nonetheless a stage that can bring out some pretty strange instincts and urges. Oh God, I sighed, “Am I really getting that old?” My mom said she remembered doing the same things around my age and laughed as she looked at the assortment of recipes, crafts and home
décor projects scattered throughout the apartment. See, I used to despise crafts. While I spent most of my formative years hunched over a book or writing, I could not muster the patience or creativity to do art. In school, I would have rather done a spelling bee or mad-minute math than arts and crafts. During crafts, I inevitably ended up a mess of glitter, feathers and tears. I spent the required art class in junior high goofing off. After toiling over a ceramic mass I called a hippopotamus named Hester, my spirits were crushed when my sister asked why I made a pig blue. Evidently, I never thought I would be an avid Pinterest user, much less have half of the hall closet devoted to my crafting supplies and bins. My evolution from being a craft-hater to a craft-maker was slow. I have always adamantly insisted that I am not creative and like every other facet of my life, I was plagued by self-doubt. My patient, kind friend would always encourage me to try new projects with her. I’d insist my project was woefully inadequate compared to hers. Comparison is the arch nemesis of creativity, and for that matter, self-esteem. The final project might not look like a carbon copy of the picture inspiration or like my friend’s ornate project; it is still something unique, something to call my own. Thus, I began crafting and ‘nesting’ my little heart
out. This is where the youthful mania comes in. I tend to be all or nothing. The first few weeks of cohabitation, I was threatening to put myself into a home-making, craft induced coma. My boyfriend came in as I was hammering away at nine at night completely oblivious to the neighbors’ sleep and encouraged me to take a break. “It will all be here tomorrow,” he told me. Alas, I put down the hammer and hot glue gun for the night, albeit reluctantly. Doing little projects and crafts have been a fun new hobby, but also taught me lessons that I might not have internalized. I learned that part of the fun in creating and trying something new is the mess along the way. I learned that mistakes and imperfections happen, and I can either embrace them or start from scratch if I feel so inclined. Now, I would like to address my boyfriend who is sweet and patient enough to proofread my writing and to other guys in long-term relationships that might be freaked out by their girlfriend’s “nesting” habits. Nesting does not necessarily mean wanting babies (yet). Rather, nesting is the process of turning a house from mine and his separately into ours. It doesn’t get much more disgustingly lovey-dovey than that, my friends. Tessa is a senior majoring in English.
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The game is changing Bison soccer picks up first win over Eastern Sam Herder Washington Sports Editor
Times have changed. Rules have changed. The game has changed. Football has come a long way in the last 10 years. Some of that is good, some is bad, and other changes are just out of necessity. Football now stands on its own pedestal as the most popular sport in America today. Yet fans of this game are complaining now more than ever, especially when it comes to the NFL. In some cases, all the fussing is understandable. It particularly is irritating to hear about all the arrests that occur during the offseason and even throughout the regular season. I mean, the Detroit Lions could probably give the Sons of Anarchy crew a run for their money on days spent in jail. But even with all the hoopla off the field, the main thing fans are complaining about happens to be the main issue in the NFL, and football in general. Concussions. Obviously fans aren’t complaining about the number of concussions that occur, more so about the restrictions the league has enforced to diminish the injury. One of the most scrutinized policy, which began last year, is moving the kickoff up five yards to the 35-yard line. Kickoff returns, arguably the most exciting part of games, but also the most dangerous, is now overwhelmed with touchbacks. Complaints upon complaints have been heard on TV, in the newspapers, and at your local sports bars. I dislike this rule just as much as others, but I ask these fans to sincerely look at the situation commissioner Roger Goodell is in. Stuck in between crabby fans and lawsuit-filing former NFL players, Goodell had to make a choice. I believe he made the right one. Concussions have always been a part of football. But the lasting damage sustained
from concussions has recently been under the scope. A string of former players have committed suicide and the deaths may be linked through brainrelated injuries sustained during their playing days. Goodell has no other option. Getting rid of concussions completely may be next to impossible. But if the commissioner has to make a policy, such as moving the kickoff up, that will greatly reduce concussions, he should not hesitate. And he didn’t. Whether fans like it or not, the game is changing. If a safer game means a slightly less exciting game, then we may all just have to bite our tongues. Complaining about something that could possibly save lives, even if it’s one, is going to get you nowhere. I think one reason most fans moan about all the safety measures is because they are not familiar with concussions. They see a dazed linebacker walk off the field fine and they think he should get right back in there after a few plays. The thing with concussions is that no one knows if one has occurred until the recipient has taken a proper test. Even trainers are still familiarizing themselves with the symptoms and whether a player is ok to continue playing or not. Here at NDSU, Sam Ojuri and Grant Olson, both huge contributors to their respective sides of the ball, were held out of some fall camp practices due to concussion symptoms. Although it was just a minor thing, precautions were taken place and likely prevented more serious symptoms to occur. Player safety is the number one goal these days. That sounds weird when it comes to such a violent game like football. But that is where we’re at today. Changes have been made and more may come. Football is football though, and true fans will continue to watch every weekend, where the only moaning will be about play-calls, turnovers, and hangovers.
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NDSU’s freshman Lizzie Lukas’ first goal of her career was a big one. In the 84th minute, Lukas scored the winning goal on Friday to give the Bison their first win over Eastern Washington, 3-2. The win was the first career victory for first-year head coach, Mark Cook.
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For the Bison volleyball team, their highly anticipated season started sour. NDSU faced Northern Illinois and came away with a 3-2 loss on Friday. They then dropped their second straight game against New Mexico State, 3-1 on Saturday. On Friday, it was Northern Illinois’ MacKenzie Roddy who sparked her team to a 25-23, 27-25, 1825, 20-25, 15-10 win. Roddy has a match-high 18 kills for her team which has three starters back from last year’s Mid-American Conference and NCAA tournament ap-
goalkeeper Sierra Bonham grabbed eight saves in the victory. Scanlan led NDSU’s offensive charge with her goal, assist and four shots. The Herd will be back in action on Sunday, Aug. 26, when they travel to Moscow, Idaho. The match is set for 3 p.m. (CT).
pearance. Down 2-0, NDSU battled back to tie the match at 2-2 but could not come away with the victory. “We were going to be here for the long haul,” said head coach Kari Thompson. “Whether we came out with a win or a loss, we were going to sit here and make it a 5-set match.” For NDSU, Brynn Joki led the way with 14 kills and 17 digs. Lauren Cammack and Megan Lambertson each has 13 and 11 kills, respectively. Freshman setter Emily Reise had a nice debut, recording 30 assists and five digs. “When you go down 0-2 in someone’s home court, it’s definitely going to take
a lot of physical, but then a lot of the mental focus,” said coach Thompson. “I think we were really mentally focused for two sets and then once things kind of started to fall apart in the fifth, we didn’t bounce back.” The Bison had a quick chance to avenge their loss, but were unable to do so against New Mexico State Saturday. Meredith Hays, last year’s Western Athletic Conference freshman of the year, had 25 kills to lead NMSU to a 28-26, 12-25, 25-17, 25-22 win. “We just have to keep getting better,” said coach Thompson. “That’s what we’re here to do and we want to keep challenging ourselves.” NDSU held a 22-16 lead
in the first set but could not maintain that lead. In the second set, the Bison started strong again and built a 14-4 advantage. This time, the Herd did not let up and tied the match at 1-1. New Mexico State started on 7-0 runs in the third and fourth set and the Bison never had a chance to gain a lead, losing both sets and the match. NDSU’s Carissa Whalen and Lambertson each had eight and seven kills, respectively. Brynn Joki, despite hitting only .070, led the Bison with 12 kills. The Herd closes out tournament play at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 26 against Wichita State.
NDSU athletics announces student football ticket dates Sam Herder Sports Editor The student football ticket dates for home games in the 2012 season has been announced.
Students may claim their tickets online at http:// www.gobison.com/students, which will be activated on Monday, Aug. 27th at 8a.m. Using their NDSU Username and Password, students will be able to reserve a ticket onto their student ID card. An email confirmation
will be sent out. Tickets may be claimed starting the Monday of game week beginning at 8 a.m. and going until the tickets run out or Friday of game week at 2:45 p.m. If all tickets are reserved, students can add their name to the waiting list. Students
who receive tickets from the waitlist will receive email confirmation. If a student reserves a ticket and cannot attend, they can return the ticket with the same method they used to reserve the ticket.
STUDENT TICKET RESERVATION SCHEDULE Date
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Sept. 1 Sept. 22 Oct. 6 Oct. 13 Oct. 27 Nov. 10
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Reservation Dates (8- 2:45 p.m. Mon- Fri.) Aug. 27-31 Sept. 17-21 Oct. 1-5 Oct. 8-12 Oct. 22-26 Nov. 5-9
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utes later, Alisha Stott knotted the match at 2-2. The deciding goal occurred in the 84th minute. Lukas took a pass from redshirt freshman Mary Krambeer and snuck a shot into the net. The Bison (1-2-0) were outshot by an 18-13 margin overall and a 10-6 margin in shots on goal. NDSU has yet to outshoot an opponent this season. Redshirt freshman
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The Bison hit the scoreboard first. Sophomore Jaclyn Scanlan scored in the seventh minute, but Eastern Washington was quick to respond with a score of their own at the 14th minute. NDSU took the lead again in the 63rd minute with a shot from senior Holly Christian, with Scanlan contributing with the assist. Again, Eastern Washington struck back. Just five min-
While listening to a sports analyst talk about a team’s chance of making a playoff run and eventually winning a championship, one constant factor is always highlighted: veteran leadership. This is something the Bison football team knows about all too well. Coming into the 2011 season the first team defense was littered with seniors. Battle tested veterans Coulter Boyer and Preston Evans carried the best defense in the FCS throughout the championship season. The experience and senior leadership may have been the most powerful attribute of that team. What about this season? Not so much. Sure, playmaking defensive backs Colten Heagle and Marcus Williams have returned,
but it fails in comparison to what the 2011 team had. Coach Bohl knows this and explained experience as one of the glaring weaknesses of the team on the Front Row Show on the radio station, “Mighty 790” last week. Bohl is aware of the importance of having guys on the field that have been there before. Guys who won’t panic if a play breaks down, if opponents shows a different formation, guys Bohl can trust in the heat of the moment. One of the players Bohl was counting on to be one of those few leaders in the trenches was senior linebacker, Brandon Jemison. As I’m sure many of you have heard, Jemison was dismissed from the team earlier this month for what Coach Bohl referred to as, “breaking team rules.” The ambiguity of Bohl’s statement has left this question unanswered: Exactly what
did a senior, on his last season of eligibility do to get kicked-off the team? Jemison was coming off his least productive season in his remarkable career at NDSU, tallying only 43 total tackles in an injury riddled season in which he made only five starts. Coach Bohl has been known to run a no nonsense program which I applaud him for. There is no excuse for a Bison athlete to be putting themself in a situation that can hurt the reputation of a program, let alone do it during fall camp. One may argue: why would Bohl be so quick in dismissing a veteran player after one slip up? We constantly see colligate athletes running into trouble with the law. Former Notre Dame wide receiver and Minnesota native, Michael Floyd had several DUI arrest and was only suspended, never
dismissed. Should we be questioning the importance of Jemison, who was in his last year and coming off a tricky hip injury? Would Coach Bohl done the same to let’s say Ryan Smith or Billy Turner? I hope to never find out the answer to the ladder of those questions. But I do believe that Bohl, without hesitation, booted Jemison because of his deteriorating role on the team. The emergence of stars Travis Beck and Carlton Littlejohn have made the second level of our defense crowded with little elbow room. Jemison has made over 25 starts in his career at NDSU and his presence will be felt. It was a tragic way to end a spectacular career for Jemison and a start to the season the Bison cannot afford.
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