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John McCain Remembered Locally Prominent North Dakotans give their condolences
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John McCain dies at 81 of brain cancer.
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John McCain’s death sparked responses from senators in all 50 states, including his home state of Arizona. North Dakota is no different, with politicians both local and national paying respect to the senator. Gov. Doug Burgum, Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, Sen. John Hoeven and Senatorial candidate and current U.S. House Rep. Kevin Cramer all paid their respects. In a written statement, Gov. Burgum said he was “deeply saddened to learn” of the senator’s passing. The governor called McCain a “true American Hero” and said he was the “embodiment of courage honor and service.” Burgum ended his statement by offering his thoughts and prayers to McCain’s family. Sen. Heitkamp wrote about how close she was to McCain’s family. Heitkamp described being friends with Cindy McCain, McCain’s wife, and getting to know McCain himself when they
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worked together to “stand up for Indian Country” on the Senate floor. The senator said she grew to see him as a man who prioritized family and provide “them with an uncompromising love, and he instilled in them a wisdom borrowed from his own life of hard-fought battles, triumphs and innumerable lives touched.” Heitkamp said she “valued each moment spent in the company of John and Cindy.” Heitkamp ended her statement by offering her thoughts to the family and said her thoughts are with them as “we remember the gift of his remarkable life and his commitment to the idea that strong character, when used to serve others, is the highest human pursuit.” Rep. Cramer’s statement was short, with the Representative from North Dakota writing: “Kris (Cramer’s wife) and I are keeping Cindy and the entire McCain family in our prayers during this
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difficult time. Sen. McCain was a true American hero, and I join many in remembering his selfless service to our country.” Cramer is running against Heitkamp for Senate in the coming November midterm election. In a statement, Sen. Hoeven expressed his “Heart felt
McCain’s family and the nation in mourning his death. On Fox Business, Hoeven said McCain “was obviously not only known across America, but really around the world as someone who believed in American exceptionalism, someone who served, somebody who was a
“Losing another seat in the Senate is never good, especially by a death; that’s terrible.”
- Cale Dunwoody, president of College Republicans at NDSU condolences” to the senator’s family. The senator said McCain was not just a colleague but also a friend. Of McCain’s legacy, Hoeven said, “Few have demonstrated his level of commitment to this country, through his bravery in the armed forces and his long tenure in Congress.” Hoeven ended the statement by saying he joins
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prisoner of war and somebody who for his entire life advocated for men and woman in uniform.” Hoeven also expressed in the interview just how brave and courageous it was for McCain to endure capture at the hands of the North Vietnamese. On campus, Cale Dunwoody, the president of NDSU College Republicans, said it is always sad
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to lose someone, and that losing a senator leaves uncertainty in the party and the Senate. “Losing another seat in the Senate is never good, especially by a death; that’s terrible.” According to Dunwoody, the Republicans are already at risk of losing the House majority. McCain was someone who could see both sides and play “devil’s advocate sometimes,” but McCain was a “vary strong voice that the Republican Party is going to miss,” Dunwoody said. According to Dunwoody, McCain was “one of the few statesmen left” and that it’s “sad” to see him leave. From a very early age, Dunwoody said he “remembers hoping John McCain would be our next president.” He admired McCain’s service and said it “took a lot of guts and courage to be able to fight through something like that,” referring to McCain’s service as a prisoner of war. McCain left a legacy with his military service and also by representing the “folks” of Arizona, Dunwoody said.
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Including Transgender Students
What is NDSU doing to make campus inclusive and is it enough?
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The transgender flag gives the community a unifying point and pride.
Phoebe Ellis
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A conversation that is spiking curiosity and actions from universities across the nation is how to be inclusive to students who identify as transgender, so what is North Dakota State doing about it? For Genesis Knoblach, an NDSU student who identifies as gender fluid, their days sometimes look a bit different than other students. For example, using the bathrooms. “When I have more masculine days, I feel like I’m invading a woman’s only space,” Knoblach said. “Everyone wants to go to the bathroom in peace, and I’m no exception.” They also define the difference between their gender identity and the broader term of “transgender” as: “Transgender is defined as anyone whose gender, the social role that they fit into, does not match their sex. Gender fluid is exactly how it sounds. My gender is not fixed and changes from day to day.” Abbie Goldberg, the author of a study looking at how new policy implementation on campuses can improve the well being of transgender students, went into detail about how to adjust the university environment. The purpose of her research was to help faculty understand the lives of transgender students, noting that well-intentioned professors often use gendered language that can make the classroom feel unwelcome to transgender students. Goldberg pushes professors to de-gender their classrooms, reminding professors that it only requires a change in consciousness and that it doesn’t cost a dime. Goldberg also talked about how there are many pragmatic ways that universities can be more inclusive, such as highlighting the resources available to these students in the beginning of school year emails, and professors emailing classes ahead of time and asking what name they would like to go by. She also encourages universities to do the work to make professors more educated. “I’m suggesting small, inexpensive changes,” Goldberg said. Other suggestions she has for universities is supporting and asking transgender students to step into leadership positions and making sure counselors and student health professionals are well versed in what it means to be transgender and to have resources available for those students. When it comes to housing on campus, Goldberg had a few suggestions, such as signing up for roommates and letting students indicate whether they’re comfortable with being housed with a transgender person or offering single rooms if there are private medical considerations to take into account. However, private rooms can come at an extra cost to students. Goldberg suggests universities minimize these extra costs as they can feel unfair to transgender students to assume that cost solely on the basis of their gender identity. Other suggestions include gender inclusive apartments, rooms, suites, floors or halls that are not segregated by gender. In regard to housing Knoblach said, “I personally have a single room in the health professions community this year. I have my own personal safe space if I need it, but I’m still living in a community with a variety of people who share the same passion of health care. That has honestly been perfect for me. The bathroom in our suite isn’t gendered, and we even have guys living on our floor, which makes me feel more comfortable that I’m gender fluid. I know that this isn’t the case for many dorms, but I truly think that I have a dream situation for dorm life as a
trans person.” Goldberg put an emphasis on visibility and accessibility for trans people and resources, additionally advocating for transgender administration if given the chance. She suggests this because it will help to make the community supported and help make staff better educated. When reflecting on the NDSU community Knoblach said, “Please come and talk to me if you have questions. So many people are afraid to ask questions, but questions show that you want to come to a level of respect and understanding with a person. If you’re confused, I live with this experience every day and being able to have people who understand, care and want to do what they can to ensure that everyone feels safe and comfortable in our world is truly a blessing. So if you want to be one of those people, but don’t have the information or knowledge on how to do that, I am more than willing to be a part of that learning experience.”
“Transgender is defined as anyone whose gender, the social role that they fit into, does not match their sex. Gender fluid is exactly how it sounds. My gender is not fixed and changes from day to day.” - NDSU Student Genesis Knoblach
In A Nutshell Quinn Garrick Staff Writer
Trump vs. Tech
President Trump warned tech companies Alphabet Inc. (Google’s parent company), Facebook Inc. and Twitter Inc. “better be careful” after accusing the search engine of rigging search results to display negative news stories about him. Trump, among numerous conservatives, claim internet companies give favor to liberal perspectives and exclaimed that the three companies “are treading on very, very troubled territory.” In a tweet, the president announced, “Google search results for ‘Trump News’ shows only the viewing/ reporting of Fake News Media. In other words, they have it RIGGED, for me & others, so that almost all stories & news is BAD. Republican/Conservative & Fair Media is shut out. Illegal?” Google issued a statement in response, claiming, “Search is not used to set a political agenda and we don’t bias our results toward any political ideology. Every year, we issue hundreds of improvements to our algorithms to ensure they surface high-quality content in response to users’ queries. We continually work to improve Google Search and we never rank search results to manipulate political sentiment.”
NAFTA 2.0
President Trump announced the United States and Mexico had reached agreements to revise specific portions of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and would work to finalize the settled accords within days. In his announcement, the president implied he was willing to exclude Canada from the revised trade agreement if the country did not agree to the new provisions. The president promoted the new trade agreements as a deal that could replace NAFTA, threatening auto tariffs against Canada if it refused to “negotiate fairly.” “They used to call it NAFTA. We’re going to call it the United StatesMexico Trade Agreement,”
the president said, adding that NAFTA had “a bad connotation” for the U.S., which he has in the past lauded as the “worst” trade deal in history. Regardless of a name change, the agreement reached is just a revised NAFTA, “with updates to provisions surrounding the digital economy, automobiles, agriculture, and labor unions.”
Heat wave
A sweeping heat wave and increased humidity engulfed a large swath of the U.S. Northeast, bringing scorching temperatures and heat advisories. The heat wave stretched from parts of Virginia up through New England and reached as far west as Missouri and Michigan. It is estimated that approximately 68 million people were under heat advisories Tuesday and Wednesday, according to NBC News. Some locations in New England received forecasts of a maximum heat index in the triple digits, with the majority of the areas under a heat advisory, according to the National Weather Service. Numerous school districts throughout the Northeast announced early releases and cancelled after school activities.
Rough winter
The Farmers’ Almanac has issued their predictions for Upper Midwest winter conditions, including North Dakota, Minnesota and South Dakota. Their predictions outline teeth-chattering cold and plentiful snow. Other conditions that the Farmers’ Almanac addressed include: • Colder-than-normal conditions predicted from the Continental Divide east through the Appalachians. • Above-normal snowfall predicted for Great Lakes, Midwest, New England, Pacific Northwest. • Frigid weather is expected in mid-February, which may also bring blustery and bitter winds, widespread snow showers. • Winter will hang on with stormy conditions up through the official start of spring, especially for the
East Coast. This weather outlook outlines an alternative forecast to the one predicted by the Climate Prediction Center, which includes a prediction of a 40 to 50 percent probability of aboveaverage temperatures for Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota and a near-normal probability of precipitation.
Puerto Rico
In Puerto Rico, the devastation following Hurricane Maria led to a significant increase in mortality. A new study, requested by Puerto Rico’s governor and performed by George Washington University, outlines an estimate of 2,975 excess deaths in the six months following the storm, the period of September 2017 to February 2018. The study factored in the mortality data during the specified period of time compared to the data from past years, while making appropriate adjustments given the large population of Puerto Ricans that evacuated the U.S. territory following the storm. The official death toll following Hurricane Maria remained at 64, with many Puerto Rican officials expressing that there were variations in the final count due to deaths linked to the storm and the following impacts and consequences to the island’s infrastructure. After months, the mortality count was released, displaying there were approximately 1,400 excess deaths following September, when the storm hit the island. However, the new study highlighted around 900 excess deaths, extending beyond the period that was reported from the Puerto Rican government’s estimate. The new study expressed that the deaths likely came from the slow recovery effort, which was a result of “communication challenges, political complications and difficulties with power restoration.”
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Watchdog group has filed third complaint against NDSU, cites 176 deaths
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Papa John’s moves forward
Papa John’s will begin diversity training for its employees across its stores after the tumultuous split with founder and face of the company John Schnatter. In a statement posted on the Papa John’s website, current CEO Steve Ritchie stated the company’s leadership team has completed diversity training, which will now be required of the nearly 120,000 employees nationwide. The rift between Schnatter and the company began after he was found to have used a racial slur while on a conference call. Schnatter has since resigned as chairman and publicly apologized, but is currently suing the company named after him for what he calls unfair treatment.
You get pizza, and you get pizza; everyone gets pizza
The “Queen of All Media” is throwing her chef’s hat into the frozen pizza ring. Oprah Winfrey, known for her talk show where she famously lavished her studio audience with some of her favorite things, is releasing a line of frozen cauliflower crust pizzas through her grocery store brand O, That’s Good in conjunction with Kraft Foods. In a statement, Winfrey explained her venture into the realm of frozen pizzas, saying, “Pizza is a favorite, fun and easy food to share with family and friends. I am always looking to add a nutritious twist to my foods, so we made part of the crust in my new pizza with cauliflower while maintaining that classic, cheesy pizza flavor you and your family love.” Oprah’s pizza can already be found in
stores and will come in five flavors at $6.99 per pizza.
Pepperoni … chips?
The Minnesota State Fair officially started last Thursday, and like in years past, a bevy of new foods highlight the “12 days of fun.” Like most state fairs, the Minnesota State Fair is known for its unique culinary concoctions, mostly of the fried variety. This year is certainly no different. New to the palates of fairgoers this year are the pepperoni chips from LuLu’s Public House. Thinly sliced and then fried, the dish from the Falcon Heights, Minnesota food joint comes served with “a warm roasted red pepper cheese sauce.” If you’re feeling adventurous, and don’t rely on heart medication, LuLu’s Public House can be found at the West End Market south of the Schilling Amphitheater. The Minnesota State fair runs through Labor Day Weekend.
Move over pineapple
Remember when pizza was simple? You ordered either cheese or pepperoni, and we’re happy you just weren’t eating ramen. But then people started putting pineapple on pizza, and people, especially the internet, were divided. Now, after photos of a dill pickle covered pizza from Rhino’s Pizzeria and Deli in New York made the rounds on social media, the debate about what does and does not belong on a pizza has caught fire once again. Reactions have ranged from delight to pure disgust, with very few people agreeing on the unconventional pie.
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Animal Death Toll Rises at NDSU
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As the death toll rises, what animals will be affected next?
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North Dakota State is the subject of another complaint by the watchdog group Stop Animal Exploitation Now! (SAEN), an “Ohiobased national nonprofit that monitors U.S. research facilities for animal abuse and violations of federal law.” The group filed their complaint with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which regulates research facilities, against the university, making the claim of the “university potentially breaking U.S. law six times, killing 130 animals in the process.” The new federal complaint, along with previous complaints filed by SAEN, bring the cumulative animal death toll to 176 “tied to NDSU negligence.” According to SAEN, NDSU has recently been the subject of USDA complaints in which the university was cited for the “dehydration deaths of three pigs and the crushing deaths of 11 lambs.” SAEN also highlighted the “negligent deaths of 22 bats” for which it filed a complaint against the university after a
previous inspection. The watchdog organization’s new complaint outlines 130 new deaths, including “at least 120 sheep caused by listeria from contaminated feed, two self-destructive bats who chewed their own wings, three bats who died in connection to high temperatures, three cows who died in connection to a project which was suspended, a cow who was euthanized due to a broken leg, and an anesthetic death of a cat during a veterinary ‘Surgical Practicum.’” SAEN explained that the new complaint is filed based off “secreted internal NDSU reports, which were never expected to be made public” and asked the USDA to penalize the university with the maximum fine of $10,000 per animal/per infraction, which amounts to a total penalty of $1.76 million that the organization has filed against the university. Michael Budkie, A.H.T., executive director and cofounder of SAEN, said in a statement, “North Dakota State University has now committed massive negligence which caused over 170 animal deaths.
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The more documents we examine, the more deaths we find.” “I must insist that you take the most severe action allowable under the Animal Welfare Act and immediately begin the process of issuing the maximum fine allowable against North Dakota State University at the completion of your investigation,” Budkie continued. The university issued a statement upon knowledge of the complaint filed, stating, “NDSU has received no indication from any government agency overseeing research that there are issues with the institution’s current reporting activities.” “NDSU remains committed to conducting important research that results in solutions to the complex problems of our day including food systems and security, healthy populations and sustainable societal infrastructure.” This is the third complaint that SAEN has filed against NDSU, and there has not been any indication as of yet that the USDA has acted upon or begun an investigation based on the complaint.
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Former Dean Celebrates 100th Birthday James Sugihara celebrated his birthday surrounded by NDSU past and present
“I’m one lucky guy in terms of all the things that have happened (to me).” - James Sugihara
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North Dakota State hosted James Sugihara’s 100 birthday celebration to honor his time and dedication to NDSU at the Alumni Center Aug. 28. During his 34 years at NDSU, Sugihara held many positions: he was the dean of the College of Science and Math and dean of grad studies at NDSU from 1964-1998. Sugihara has lived many different places throughout the years, all leading to North Dakota. He was born Aug. 6, 1918 in rural Colorado and ended up a chemistry professor at the University of Utah. His journey to working at NDSU was by chance. In the 1960s, a professor at NDSU went to the University of Utah to complete his doctorate. When he completed it, he recommended Sugihara for a position as dean. Sugihara was reluctant, as he was happy at his current position, but he was convinced to apply and do an interview in the spring of 1963 with the president at the time, Herbert R. Albrecht. Sugihara said he would take the position, but only after a year to get his affairs in order since he was dedicated to his students and felt as though abruptly leaving would discourage or alter their education. Sugihara explained that he never thought NDSU would hold the position for that long, but the university obliged and waited for his year to end. When finding out about his celebratory party, Sugihara explained that it was “kind of an unexpected joy to have the institution recognize my services here.” Although many of the faculty he was fortunate to work with have passed, many still attended his celebration. This is something Sugihara has been looking forward to, saying, “How wonderful it will be to interact with past faculty and staff and current faculty and staff.” Given his lengthy career at NDSU, Sugihara explained the reason he wanted to continue at the university for so long was because of the people and the attitude they have in the system, as well as being able to have an impact on students. Throughout his years as a professor, Sugihara remembers his interactions with students fondly and the impact that he made on them and how they impacted him as well. “I enjoyed interacting with students who wanted to excel and go beyond (being a) scholar,” Sugihara explained. He brought up Robert Challey, whom he had the pleasure of teaching and seeing him succeed and give back to the NDSU community. At the time Challey was a chemistry major, in which Sugihara saw something in him and encouraged him to go to the University of California for graduate school. Through this, Challey went his
separate way, but Sugihara enjoyed seeing him give back to NDSU through generous donations of millions of dollars. Along with this, Sugihara had many people inside the NDSU faculty where he considered them close friends. He shined light on Laurel D. Loftsguard, who served as the president during Sugihara’s time as a dean, which led to a close friendship. Before his acceptance of the position at NDSU, he was worried about being different due to his Japanese heritage. In his interview, he commented “I don’t look the same,” after seeing the staff at the time, to which President Albrecht explained that it didn’t make any difference to anyone at NDSU. “We (Sugihara and his wife) were accepted beyond any question,” Sugihara said. He and his wife appreciated the interaction and real friendship they had with people in the North Dakota community. He explained that in many places there isn’t interaction beyond the academic system, but in this area, he was able to befriend people and meet people at executive levels. Throughout the years, Sugihara said he has seen many amazing changes done at NDSU. For example, the institution has become a national university, but when he started in the ‘60s he considered it a regional institution. Although Sugihara pointed out that, “It’s (NDSU) probably known best for the intercollegiate athletic programs,” he went on to say that it is not just football that people enjoy from NDSU, but all other athletic teams as well. Everyone always asks centenarians, “What is the secret to living a long life?” In Sugihara’s case, he said it is all based on genetics. However, he shed some light on the fact that there may be hard times, but the good times are so rewarding that they outweigh the others. Although this may not be completely rare, Sugihara shared that he never saw the “century mark” in his future. “I don’t think I’ve ever met anybody that’s at the century mark,” Sugihara said. He has had a century-long journey and continues to live life in Fargo, leaving occasionally for winters in Arizona and lake house visits in Pelican Lake. He continues to attend football games every year with his season tickets that he has had “forever.” After all these years, Sugihara continues to have Bison pride and still appreciates his BRITTANY HOFMANN | THE SPECTRUM time at NDSU and thinks of his memories, Shoppers from all over the region peruse the various booths at the craft fair. fellow students and faculty fondly. “Thank you for all the ways you (NDSU faculty and students) befriended me,” Sugihara said.
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C h e a p B a c k t o S c h o o l Tr e n d s How to get a new style without breaking the bank Ryley Berzinski Contributing Writer
There is nothing better than a fresh start and a new wardrobe. This is one of the reasons why you should love the beginning of the school year. It’s a chance to revamp your wardrobe and try out new things, and you know what they say, “Dress well, test well.” As we all know, back to school shopping can get pricey, but these are affordable trends that anyone can try out.
Dresses and sneakers
Pairing sneakers with a feminine dress is an interesting combo and is the perfect outfit for back to school weather. With this look it is easy to stay comfortable while still looking stylish this fall. A huge current trend is “dad sneakers,” which are basically chunky or platform sneakers. These can help give your look the perfect touch of masculinity. If you want to try out this look, but do not want to invest a ton into new sneakers, Target has great options under $30.
Bodysuits
For those mornings when you are looking for a no stress outfit that is easy to pair together, bodysuits are a go-to. At this point, you can find them just about anywhere. Pair a tighter fitting bodysuit with looser boyfriend jeans and you are out the door. In this outfit you will not only be fashionable, but you will feel secure and comfortable all day. The only downside is that bodysuits can make using the bathroom a wee bit difficult.
Two-piece sets
I am all about two-piece sets for back to school. They are versatile and require zero thought when putting an outfit together. You can always style the top and bottoms separately to change up your look. Whether you prefer pants, skirts or shorts, there’s a set for that. Urban Outfitters, Forever 21 and Zara are stores that carry fashionable two-piece sets.
Mad for plaid
Nothing says transition to fall more than a cozy flannel. The good news is that plaid is a huge trend right now. There are so many options when it comes to incorporating the trend into your back to school outfits, from plaid pants to simply tying a flannel around your waist. There’s a high possibility you already own some type of plaid clothing, so now is your chance to break it out and restyle it to make it unique and new for the current trend.
Fanny packs
If you are tired of lugging a heavy purse around with you everywhere you go, you might just need a fanny pack. This trend is not only practical, but is a perfect accessory for spicing up an outfit. Ever since Gucci released their version of the fanny pack, many other stores have been following in their lead. In 2017, fanny packs were spotted on Kendall Jenner, A$AP Rocky, Rihanna and Bella Hadid. Then in the spring of 2018, it was all over the runways, proving the trend is here to stay.
Sweaters as scarfs
Sick of your usual blanket scarf? Me too. Turns out your sweater does good tied high and tight around your neck, keeping you warm and stylish throughout the day. Pair this look with a pair of glasses for the full “nerdy chic” effect. This look is great for breezy weather and will have you feeling ready to ace that exam more than ever before.
Bows
Dainty ribbons popped up on numerous runways, from hair accessories to sleeve adornments. Not only is this trend cute and girly, it is extremely easy to do it yourself (DIY). Just tying a little bow around your ponytail or wrist will add a feminine touch to your outfit. Try stacking your bows on your RYLEY BERZINSKI | THE SPECTRUM wrist or tie multiple in your hair to take this Two-piece sets can be worn separately or together to allow for multiple different outfits in one purchase. trend to the next level.
N D S U S t u d e n t I n t e r n i n N e w Yo r k Nine weeks in the Big Apple is a fashion dream for those in the industry Emily Wotzka
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They say the Big Apple is home to big dreamers, so it was no surprise for North Dakota native and retail merchandising student Katie Fischer to add “New York intern” to her impressive list of titles. Fischer plans to graduate in the spring of 2018 with a degree in retail, merchandising and design, but that doesn’t begin to scratch the surface of her accomplishments. Fischer assumed the role of president last year for the North Dakota State University Fashion Apparel and Business Organization. She has also been exercising her creativity as a lead stylist at Evereve, a clothing company, and as a freelance wardrobe stylist with experience in fashion show production. With an impressive list of experiences and a seemingly inexhaustible source of energy, Fischer was well equipped to take on a nine-week internship with A3 Denim in New York. Located in the heart of Manhattan’s garment district, A3 Denim is a women’s denim company that designs multiple brands for retail stores all around the world. Despite society’s superficial depiction of a fashion intern living in New York, Fischer was able to learn directly from the design and production teams. “I primarily worked with the technical designer and design team,” Fischer said. “My favorite part was seeing the entire product development process and seeing all of the small details that go into designing denim.” She went on to explain how experiencing the production process of clothing was valuable, saying, “It was interesting to see all of the variations in fabrics, washes, destruction patterns, fits and styles of denim. I loved seeing which styles worked for different categories of women, and being a part of the production process.” Fischer said that although New York was a big adjustment from North Dakota, it was exactly what she needed. “New York moves at a faster pace than Fargo,” Fischer said. “Everyone is on the go, and the city is so dynamic. There is always something going on or something to see, which was really exciting for me.” The transition to New York and a big city area different from Fargo posed some challenges. “The biggest challenge was navigating and adapting to the city,” Fischer said. “I had to meet new people and get out of my comfort zone, but the experience was well worth it. By the end of the summer, I felt like a local.” As far as advice goes, Fischer said it’s all about preparation in the fashion world. “My biggest advice would be to save up. New York is expensive. And get in touch with people you know that live in New York or have recently visited to get insight on what the city is like,” Fischer enlightened.
A3 Denim in New York welcomed North Dakota State student and summer intern Katie Fischer.
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Review: ‘BlacKkKlansman’ Punches the Nation Right Where It Hurts Spike Lee’s latest film will make you uncomfortable in all the right ways
Adam Driver (left) and John David Washington (right) portray ‘the Stallworth Brothers’ in Spike Lee’s ‘BlacKkKlansman.’
Zachary Liu
Contributing Writer
Based on a true story (or as the opening credits state “some fo’ real, fo’ real s---”), Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman” follows Ron Stallworth (John David Washington), the Colorado Springs Police Department’s first black police officer, as he attempts to infiltrate the local chapter of the Ku Klux Klan in 1979. Now, if you know anything about the KKK and their beliefs, you can already imagine the difficulty of pulling off such a ruse. However, Stallworth
is pretty sharp and thinks things through. Well, other than using his real name of course. Stallworth uses his ability to code-switch (and the Klan members’ racist notions of African Americans and their language capabilities) to establish an over the phone relationship with a seemingly friendly Klansman named Walter (Ryan Eggold). In order to take their relationship to the next level, Walter and Stallworth set up a meeting. With the help of the ethnically Jewish Detective Flip Zimmerman (Adam Driver) to play the White Ron Stallworth that meets with the Klan,
“the Stallworth Brothers” eventually gain the trust of the members and start gathering intelligence on the racist organization. While the movie is light on plot, the cast of characters is engaging enough for the 2 hours and 15 minute runtime to not feel so daunting. A big reason for that is every side character is given ample screen time to flesh out the world and add some truly unnerving quirks to the story. Some highlights include the perpetually drunk Klansman with a penchant for explosives, Ivanhoe (Paul Walter Hauser), and the two-faced, syrupy sweet housewife Connie (Ashlie
Atkinson). While not exactly the comedy the marketing for the movie portrays, the ridiculous premise of the movie definitely provides for some humorous moments. Some such moments elicited laughter from the audience in my theater before reality set in for most, quickly sucking the air out of the room as individuals pondered the current state of the nation. It is in these moments that Lee is at his best. As for the comedy that isn’t quite as truthfully searing, much of it comes from the tension of what the audience knows and what some characters do not, such
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as with Stallworth’s phone calls with the Grand Wizard of the KKK, David Duke, played by Topher Grace (“That ‘70s Show”; “SpiderMan 3”). Grace’s casting may be eyebrow raising for some, but the former TV star is absolutely magnetic in his childishly naive portrayal of the Klan leader. W h a t “BlacKkKlansman” lacks in subtlety, it certainly makes up for with emotional punch. And boy does it pack a punch, and, quite frankly, it never stops punching. I won’t reveal the ending, but Lee reserves his biggest gut punch right before the end credits begin to roll. It
shouldn’t come as a surprise given the heavy-handed messaging throughout the film, but it nonetheless left me both saddened and enraged. “BlacKkKlansman” made some noise when it first premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in France and its subsequent release in the U.S. earlier in August, and it surely will again once awards season comes around. For moviegoers seeking a well-crafted film with timely critiques of American history and current politics, “BlacKkKlansman” is a must watch.
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‘Greetings’: The Unexpectedly Wholesome Horror Game
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A free quick play game with a delightful surprise ending comes to Steam
Nathan Wetrosky Staff Writer
View of the dark corridor at the beginning of the game. I know of something that everyone wants and craves. Some days you go without this much-wanted thing and you may even become sad. The thing you crave is wholesomeness. Well, fear not. I have something to fill that craving. No, it is not a dog taking care of a kitten or a man doing something insanely awesome for his kids. No, I am talking about a game called “Greetings.” “Greetings,” released July 7, 2017 and developed by Charlie Behan and Ciaran Mooney, is a very pretty demo of “an environmental asset pack.” I discovered this game just last weekend, but I really think everyone needs to experience the grand adventure it brings
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along. “Greetings” has everything you may want, but with an extremely limited amount of time to complete it. Regarding the game’s short length, the developers said, “We haven’t seen anyone able to play longer than five minutes.” My own experience seems to prove them right as I cannot possibly see anyone taking longer to finish this beautiful masterpiece even if they take their time looking through every single room. The game even includes a quick, semi-satisfying, wholesome ending that is kind of funny. As for the gameplay, I found myself all alone in a strange dimly lit room. Lights flicker. A sickly red-colored light seemingly bleeds from the walls. (They are light bulbs
emitting ominous luminosity, but I’m trying to paint a picture for you). I walked forward into an atmospheric environment where there were little sounds keeping me on edge the whole time. One part in particular sounded like someone was dropping a bunch of tools down a flight of stairs. That was very relaxing. Having played a few horror games, I was certain there were going to be jump scares a couple of times. I was quite surprised to have nothing bad happen to me. My journey took me through a few different rooms in the facility I was seemingly trapped in. My own opinion of these is the one with the catwalk looks the best and creepiest due to one side being lit up
by normal light and the other shadowy and red. I continued through these rooms until I turned a corner and saw … something. There is a nice little surprise at the end of the game, but I will not spoil it for you. You will have to find out for yourself. This game is free on Steam and, providing North Dakota State’s Wi-Fi doesn’t go all sorts of bonkers, it should not take more than a few minutes to download. From there you can find out the ending to this work of art. If you cannot or do not want to download and play “Greetings,” then you can go to YouTube and watch for yourself.
A Playlist for That Chill in the Air A collection of songs perfect for the transition to cold weather Laura Ellen Brandjord A&E Editor
Over the past week rain and clouded skies have led to a welcome chill in the air. Before we know it the leaves will change, and we will begin our seasonal lives in sweaters and flannels. (I can’t wait.) To help get you in the mood for the season, I have created a fall playlist complete with old and new favorites.
‘Gouge Away’ - Pixies
The music of the Pixies is often indescribable. The band’s bizarre lyrics and feverish instrumentation can turn them off to some. The ‘80s punk/folk group (if you can even go so far as to assign a genre) is surprisingly good at slow folksy tunes. While “Gouge Away” is likely to concern and bewilder listeners lyrically, the dynamics between the bass heavy verses and whisper vocals will draw them in. One of the heavier songs on this playlist, it pairs well with dark rainy days.
‘Bastardizer’ - Foxing
Off of the band’s latest album released Aug. 10, “Bastardizer” shows an updated sound from Foxing. The song utilizes clean reverb guitar riffs like ripples in water and vocals that reserve their impassioned rasp for the climax. Complete with bagpipes, this
song is perfect for melancholic afternoons spent watching the leaves fall.
‘I Know How To Speak (Acoustic Version)’ - Manchester Orchestra
Manchester Orchestra’s original electric version of this song is also amazing, don’t get me wrong, but the acoustic version is that much more delicate and raw. The sweet melody of picked guitar and low comforting humming that replaces the bass of the electric version wrap you in a warm blanket. Paired with the haunting warmth of the vocals, this song is destined to warm your heart.
‘Waiting Around To Die’ - Townes Van Zandt
Townes Van Zandt has no connection to the Van Zants of Lynyrd Skynyrd fame and has very little in common with the Southern rockers. Instead, Van Zandt was known for his honest reflective folk and blues. A song about making changes when life goes wrong, “Waiting Around To Die” vocalizes the meanderings of life. We just make decisions with the hope of making a better life, rather than based on hard facts. One of multiple Townes Van Zandt songs on this playlist, I think you will find his brand of folk to be the perfect mate to sweater weather and a hot cup of coffee. To explore these tracks and more, find the NDSU Fall 2018 playlist on Spotify. CRED | THE SPECTRUM
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STUDY ABROAD DAY A&E THURSDAY, SEPT. 6 RESOURCE FAIR 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Thundar’s Den, Memorial Union, Lower Level Talk to faculty leaders, affiliate providers and returned study abroad students to learn about opportunities abroad. Vote for your favorite photo from returned students. Collect NDSU passport stamps for a chance to win $250 toward an airline ticket from STA Travel and other prizes.
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Dope Users to Be Departed? Why marijuana use in professional sports should be a least concern
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Jacob Elwell Opinion Editor
When it comes to professional sports, there are many athletes that choose to use marijuana. Most use the drug during the offseason, however, that’s not always the best decision. The National Football League (NFL) tests players that have never had a violation one time anywhere from April 20 (Yes, 4/20) to Aug. 9. That range of dates is the prime time of the offseason, which is understandable why they would test during that time. In the NFL, a failed drug test usually results in a few game suspension as well as a fine. The suspension would hurt for a professional athlete, but the fine would be the least of their worries. Most make an incredible
amount of money to where these fines are not an issue. If the NFL really wants athletes to stay off the dope, they should enforce larger suspensions instead of low fines to back up a small suspension. Why professional sports organizations care so much about athletes using marijuana is beyond me. I think players should be able to live their lives how they choose. They’re people just like you and me. They eat. They have social lives. They make mistakes. I realize that because they are athletes they are supposed to “set an example” for the youth and whatever. However, it shouldn’t get in the way of their personal lives. Obviously, performance enhancing drugs (PEDs) should be tested for, but marijuana doesn’t affect a player’s performance. It’s
not going to make them a better player, but there’s also no proof of it worsening their play. A perfect example is Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell. Bell was suspended for four games
well. Let’s transition to the National Basketball Association (NBA). The NBA is way less strict than the NFL when it comes to weed policies. A player in
“I smoked my whole career, had a hell of a career. Didn’t miss no games.” - Attribution (but reduced to two, so this issue is on the decline) for marijuana possession at the beginning of the 2015 NFL season. He was suspended the following year as well for missing a random drug test in December 2015. Despite all this, he still managed to make the Pro Bowl in 2016 and 2017. Not to mention he was on the All-Pro First Team for the 2017 season as
the NBA has to have three violations before any type of suspension can occur. The first offense requires them to enter the “Marijuana Program,” while a second offense is a $25,000 fine. Given the average salary for an NBA player is $6 million, I doubt they would care, much like the NFL players. Even a third offense is only a five-game suspension.
Considering there are 82 games in an NBA season, that doesn’t really affect a player too much. They are missing roughly 6 percent of the season with that suspension. If an NFL player has to serve a four-game suspension (not uncommon), he will miss 25 percent of the season since there are only 16 games. Think about that. Although the NBA is way less strict than the NFL, I still don’t think professional sports organizations should drug test for marijuana. If a player chooses to use marijuana, that’s their choice. They are smart enough to know the potential consequences that can come with it. They know how the use of drugs affects their game and performance. At the end of the day, that’s way more of a consequence than some pointless suspension or fine.
Even the players think marijuana being on the banned substance list is ridiculous. Former NBA player Stephen Jackson was asked by TMZ if the NBA should remove marijuana from the banned substance list. Jackson replied, “I smoked my whole career, had a hell of a career. Didn’t miss no games.” A hell of a career he had, averaging over 15 points a game in his career along with a championship ring. Not bad for a second-round pick who smoked throughout his career. Until marijuana proves to negatively affect a professional sports organization, there should not be testing for marijuana. Obviously drugs should be tested for, which can easily affect a player’s performance and work ethic. Good thing marijuana’s a plant.
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Driving Semi Safe
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How to handle the biggest and baddest on the highway
Not sure who’d wanna take on this guy.
Grant Gloe Staff Writer
The “Running of the Bulls” is a momentous event that takes place on I-29 every day from 3-6 p.m. During this time, it’s nothing but speed, steel and adrenaline. It is aggravating. It is unnecessarily risky considering what we do to save a minute and a half. It is a troubling display of the worst of human nature. It is the only time I feel truly alive. Now the “Running of the Bulls” does, in fact, require there to be bulls. Well, until the city of Fargo gets the
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stones to let me be mauled in the street by a raging animal, I’ll make do with the U.S. bull: the semi truck. They appear big and dangerous, when in reality they are just
get in the way. The rest is just people taunting bulls, thinking they somehow have the authority over this hulking beast. I’d like to clear up a couple common
Your Toyota Camry, in this universe or any adjacent universes, cannot stand up to a Semi. misunderstood. The semi truck that is, not the bull. The bull will kill and only regret that it can’t laugh. There’s a lot of hate surrounding semi trucks. Some of it is just. They do slow down traffic and
misconceptions I see around semi trucks. First off, your Toyota Camry, in this universe or any adjacent universes, cannot stand up to a semi. You can tailgate it to speed it up or assert your dominance
or what have you. You can drive slowly in front of it like the road rage equivalent of a Chihuahua barking at a Doberman. You can even sit snugly in its blind spot to this gene pool. The fact of the matter is that it will flatten you like a cartoon character that was ... well, hit by a semi. Second is entrance ramp etiquette. You may notice semis are, on average, longer than a car. When you’re on the entrance ramp, it can complicate your timing a bit. You may choose to race the semi, kinda like taunting a bull with a cape. If you’ve got a nice breath after passing the semi, good
job. You made it on safely, and your biggest concern is a bug cutting across three lanes of traffic with no signal and driving up the grass of
So I hope you’ve learned a thing or two, but not three, about this magnificent creature. It just wishes to be left in peace to graze on
Your biggest concern is bug cutting across three lanes of traffic with no signal and driving up the grass of its exit. its exit. If you happen to graze your back bumper ever so gingerly against the semi, I’ll let you in on a secret. There was actually a hidden option. You could’ve slowed down and gotten on BEHIND him.
its paved plains. The want to challenge it is tempting, but remember this is a wild animal. It’s likely more afraid of you than you are of it. Though it will definitely kill you.
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Bison Football Fan Guide
What to do and not to do on Saturday
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NDSU students produce much of the noise and energy at the Fargodome.
Taylor Schloemer Sports Editor
By 2:30 p.m. Saturday, the population of North Dakota State will have doubled. A full house is expected for the Bison’s home opener against Cal Poly. While the experience can be overwhelming for a new student, here is a guide to get through game day.
Do: Get in line early
For NDSU students, entry into the Fargodome is through the South doors. Doors open 90 minutes before kickoff, so 1 p.m. Saturday. However, students looking for great seats close to the field will want to get in line early. Maybe an hour or two, or if you are a bit
crazy, overnight. For those who are going to have a friend waiting in line, it is also nice to bring them some food as a thank you.
Don’t: Save too many seats
One of the most annoying things that happens after entering the Fargodome is finding that someone is saving a full row of seats with just two people. I’m not saying that you could just easily ruin their plans by sliding into those seats; I’m just saying conflict may arise. A good rule of thumb for saving seats before the game is to have half the people present. That way, by sitting every-other seat, people
will see just single seats available and move on. Also, moving your late, large group higher up is also a good idea.
Do: Be ready to stand for the full game
As the student section, you are supposed to be the loudest part of the stadium. Opposing coaches often cite the noise and the energy of the Fargodome as a reason why it is so hard to play in Fargo. That energy starts in the student section. From dances to overall silliness, standing allows for these activities to come easily. Also, it allows for a bit better view of the game.
Don’t: Be ready to sit in Section 16
The students above are a bad example of what to do while the Bison are on offense.
Formerly, students could sit in
sections 10-16. This year, however, Section 16 has been taken over for season ticket holders. Thus, students will only have the three sideline sections closest to the end zone this year. Hopefully this will mean that more fans will stay longer in the stadium this year.
Do: Expect to not have a voice
It has already been established that the Fargodome is a loud place. In fact, the noise levels float around 100 dB when the opposing offense is on the field. That means screaming and yelling for no other reason than to make noise. A good rule of thumb, if you still have a voice in the fourth quarter, you are not yelling loud enough.
Don’t: Make noise when
during pre-snap offense
Football Fans 101 dictates that when the home team is on offense and lining up the play, the stadium is silent. It is pretty easy to do as it means not doing anything. Allow Easton Stick and Co. to set up the play and dissect the defense in silence.
Do: Be ready to wait to get inside
Since last year, the Fargodome has added 30 metal detectors, which will slow down the process of getting into the stadium. Fans will be asked to remove cellphones, cameras, sunglasses cases and other large objects. The long lines to get in are going to be a bit longer this year.
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Five Storylines to Watch for NDSU Football Bison still a work in progress with just days to go
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Seth Wilson (30) returns to a crowded Bison backfield after strong performances late last season.
Thomas Evanella Staff Writer
The Bison football team kicks off its FCS title defense this upcoming Saturday, hosting Cal Poly at 2:30 p.m. in the Fargodome. Even with the season just days away, so much is still unknown for North Dakota State. As the Herd progresses through the season, keep track on these storylines. What is the ceiling for the secondary? The Bison’s back four have the chance to be one of the top units in the FCS. Returning starters Jalen Allison, captain Robbie Grimsley and Jaylaan Wimbush will be the staples of the secondary. Wimbush moves from the No. 2 cornerback to free safety, where he’ll also split time with an experienced James Hendricks. Wimbush’s move is due to both Chris Board’s graduation and Marquise Bridges’ emergence as a reliable cover corner. Bridges started the national championship game in place of Allison, who was injured in the semifinal against Sam Houston State. Bridges’ baptism by fire
allows Wimbush to move to the back where his downhill speed can be best utilized. Josh Hayes also filled in for Wimbush in Frisco, proving himself to be a capable substitute in case of injury. In 2017, NDSU ranked second in passing touchdowns allowed with seven and third in passing yards allowed at 147.9 yards per game. With Allison, Grimsley, Hendricks and Wimbush all returning, the talent is in place once again to rank at the top on a national level. How will four running backs be used on a regular basis? Any FCS coach looking for a bell cow running back is envious of Bison head coach Chris Klieman’s situation. In Bruce Anderson and Lance Dunn, Klieman has two seniors capable of carrying a three-down workload. Add to that duo Ty Brooks and Seth Wilson and the pieces are in place to form an electrifying quartet. Coaches across all levels of sports will never complain about having too many talented options for one position. However,
best deploying what is effectively a group of four feature running backs will be Klieman’s task. Anderson and Dunn are capable as three-down backs, but barring injury it’s unlikely either will be depended upon to fill that role. On second-and-short or other opportunities for big plays, Brooks will be the option. Having averaged 9.2 yards per carry, Brooks provides endless big-play potential, leading Klieman to refer to him as the “most electric running back in the FCS.” Wilson demonstrated excellent hands as a receiving option last year, making him a go-to for passing down situations. Though he only tallied six receptions, two found the end zone, which augments an already multifaceted group. Who emerges as Easton Stick’s top target? Losing steady wideout R.J. Urzendowski to graduation was going to hurt. Add to that the loss of the top two tight ends Jeff Illies and Connor Wentz makes for an even more
troublesome situation. Darrius Shepherd returns as the clear-cut top option, but the senior didn’t catch a touchdown until the national championship game. Dimitri Williams, a threatening option on the jet sweep, is transitioning to running back, which he was originally recruited as. Shepherd will be relied upon heavily to catch passes from the outside. Behind the senior, the wide receiver group is scant on meaningful game experience. Dallas Freeman and Desmond Cain enter the season behind Shepherd. The two combined for 11 receptions and one touchdown a season ago, but both have breakout potential. Stick may need to rely upon his group of tight ends at the beginning of the season. Nate Jensen and Ben Ellefson went for 244 yards in 2017. While that alone isn’t an impressive mark, Ellefson caught three scores, and both are seasoned in NDSU’s offense. The Bison will have to hope their tight ends, in addition to Shepherd, will buy time for their other receivers to coalesce. What weaknesses does NDSU have? All aspects of the special
teams play are in need of improvement, an issue Klieman has sought to resolve through more drills and enhanced offseason competition. What cannot be resolved through more reps is the loss of key personnel. Punter and holder Jackson Koonce and All-American long snapper James Fisher both graduated. Filling the punting and holding duties will be Garret Wegner. The sophomore from Lodi, Wisconsin played in six games, but only averaged 32.7 yards per punt. Ross Kennelly, who has no game experience, will take Fisher’s place as the long snapper. The lack of game experience is concerning for a unit which finished 81st in kick return defense and 114th in punt return defense in 2017. Incorporating inexperienced players into what was already a struggling unit could prove to be the difference maker in close games. On each side of the ball, who is in line for a breakout season? In 2017, Dan Marlette capitalized on his opportunity to fill in for the injured Nick DeLuca at middle linebacker. Incidentally, in the same
game DeLuca returned from injury, Marlette suffered an injury of his own, tearing his ACL on a kickoff. The Sioux Falls, South Dakota native proved to be a force in four games, two of which he started, forcing two fumbles and bagging 10 tackles. Fully recovered from injury, Marlette is now the starting middle linebacker and figures to return to the form he reached prior to injury. Left tackle Dillon Radunz also suffered a season-ending ACL tear in 2017, coming against Mississippi Valley State in the Bison’s first game. At 6-foot-6-inches and 299 pounds, the sophomore possesses a huge frame and is a player Klieman and offensive line coach Conor Riley have been excited about since he first set foot on campus. Like Marlette, Radunz is fully healed and slots into a starting role immediately. His return allows Colin Connor to move from left tackle to left guard, shoring up the interior. Radunz shoulders a great deal of responsibility, but having three seniors in the middle of the line gives the Becker, Minnesota product room to develop.
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A Busy Labor Day Weekend Ahead
Bison athletics get to work on the long weekend
After storms forced the cancellation of last Sunday’s match, the Bison soccer opens up their home matches on Friday.
Taylor Schloemer Sports Editor
A three-day weekend sits on the horizon, and Bison athletics are here to fill it. All the fall sports are active this weekend across the region. Here is what’s on tap for the busy weekend. Women’s soccer Mike Regan’s home coaching debut got thunder struck last weekend as storms forced the cancellation of the Weber State game. After a five-day delay, Northern Colorado’s visit will be the first time Fargo gets to see the team under their new coach. The Bears come to Fargo with a 1-2 record, with both losses coming by a single goal. NDSU have had a single match so far with two being cancelled. The Bison thumped Green Bay 4-1 in their opener, the most goals scored in an opener since 2010. The Bison return to action at Dacotah Field just two days later, playing host to Drake. The Bulldogs enter the weekend at 1-3 on the season. The match will be a good measure for the Bison, as
Summit League rival South Dakota State beat Drake 1-0 at home last weekend. Volleyball A busy weekend for the Bison volleyball team features four games in three days in two cities. Bison fans heading down to the Minnesota State Fair can take a 5-mile detour in Minneapolis to Maturi Pavilion at the University of Minnesota. NDSU head down to the Diet Coke Classic and get the hosts right out of the gate. The No. 3-ranked Golden Gophers present the toughest test for the Bison this season on Friday night. A Saturday doubleheader against Arkansas and Georgia Southern close out the tournament for the Bison. NDSU returns to Fargo to open up Bentson Bunker Fieldhouse Sunday. Western Carolina makes the trip to play the Bison at 3 p.m. The Catamounts have not lost heading into this weekend’s action, but will play three games in Grand Forks before taking on the Bison. Cross-country Both men’s and women’s
cross-country teams open up their seasons by hosting the Bison Open at the Rose Creek Golf Course in Fargo. NDSU will square off against South Dakota State and North Dakota at the meet. On the men’s side, the Bison were picked second in the Summit League, with senior Elliot Stone expected to lead the Bison after a fifth-place finish at the Summit League Championship last year. Coming off a redshirt year, senior Cameron Roehl will look to make it two wins at the Bison Open after he finished first in 2017. For the Bison women, the pair that went 1-2 at the Bison Open return for the No. 3 picked squad in the Summit League. Senior Annika Rotvold took home first place at the meet last year, and she is expected to be up at the sharp end of the race with sophomore Kelby Anderson. Anderson was the top finisher at the Summit League Championships for the Bison last year. Golf The fall season gets underway for both Bison golf teams this weekend, who won Summit
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League Championships last spring. For the Bison women, the difficult task of replacing last year’s Summit League Golfer of the Year Natalie Roth begins. The good news for the Bison is that the four others from last year’s team return. Emma Groom will be the only senior on the squad. Sophomore Taylor McCorkle and junior Sierra Bennion also return after top-10 performances at the Summit League Championships last year. The Bison women tee off the season Friday at the Omaha Invitational at ArborLinks Golf Club, the same course that held the Summit League Championships last year. The men will also just have to replace one member from last year’s championship winning team. Returning is low-scorer junior Andrew Israelson and newcomer of the year, sophomore Van Holmgren. NDSU will begin the year in Verona, New York at the Turning Stone-Tiger Intercollegiate Saturday at the Kaluhyat Golf Club.
Non-Bison events The FBS football season kicks off with a pair of top-25 matchups. No. 6 Washington and No. 9 Auburn square off in Atlanta Saturday afternoon for the first top-10 game of the year. The primetime game of interest sees Jim Harbaugh’s No. 14 Michigan travel to South Bend, Indiana to face No. 12 Notre Dame. The NASCAR regular season starts to wind down and hits the throwback button at Darlington this week. Most drivers will have retro liveries at the short track, including Matt Kenseth with an Oscar Mayer Wienermobile-esque paint job. Fans of dramatic soap operas will want to wake up early Sunday for prime footballing drama. Manchester United stumble into Turf Moor to take on Burnley. United manager Jose Mourinho is at odds with the club’s front office, and time seems to be running out on everyone at the club. The Red Devils are coming off backto-back losses against Brighton and Tottenham, and a loss to the Clarets could spell doom.
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