THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
VOLUME 118 ISSUE 34
NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY | FOR THE LAND AND ITS PEOPLE
NDSU’s Marksmanship Club Coach Honored as ‘Shooting Star’
Eric Pueppke, back right, poses with the NDSU pistol and rifle shooters at the 2014 Winter Airgun Championships.
Marksmanship, USA Shooting coach Eric Pueppke traces roots back to ND coaches on the USA Shooting pistol team, meaning he is a level-four advanced international pistol coach of the National Rifle Association/ USA Shooting/Civilian Marksmanship Program coalition. Pueppke was inducted into the North Dakota Shooting Sport Association Hall of Fame last weekend, celebrating a colorful career that Pueppke said still has ammo remaining.
Pace Maier
Co-News Editor
A local start
Pueppke’s interest in shooting started at MARKSMANSHIP | PAGE 3
Erratic Fargo Zamboni Driver Causes Stir Fargo Park’s zamboni driver crashes into boards, later arrested on DUI charges STORY BY CAMILLE FORLANO A Fargo Park District employee was fired after being arrested for a suspected DUI. Steven James Anderson, 27, was arrested Friday night at the Fargo South Arena after fans and school officials noticed him driving the zamboni erratically while on ice. A school official called police to the arena, where he was arrested. According to a Fargo Forum article, a preliminary breath test showed that Anderson had a blood-alcohol level of over three times the legal limit. Anderson blew a 0.30 percent. The legal limit in North Dakota is 0.08 percent. The incident has caused a lot of amusement across the state, putting area zamboni drivers under the microscope. Eric Murray, a North Dakota State student and a West Fargo Parks zamboni driver, said that he received a lot of jokes the following day. “A lot of parents and coaches asked if I was drunk,” Murray said. “One parent made it a point to ask if I had vodka in my Gatorade bottle.” Murray also expressed how important it was that no one was injured, considering Anderson had crashed the zamboni into the boards of the rink. “At least where I work, we do drive the zamboni around the players, so it is definitely a possibility that he could (have) hit someone,” Murray said. In December, Anderson was arrested and convicted of another DUI charge, according to North Dakota court records. Anderson pled guilty to that DUI charge and was sentenced to 20 hours of community service
news
2
College of business
five finance students advance to global competition
“A lot of parents and coaches asked if I was drunk. One parent made it a point to ask if I had vodka in my Gatorade bottle.” - Eric Murray, West Fargo Parks zamboni driver
and was not allowed to use alcohol until Jan. 6, records say. He was also fined $1,000. Jim Larson, director of finance and human resources for the Fargo Park District —which runs the arena — told the Fargo Forum that Anderson was working alone Friday. Now, park district officials are trying to ensure that two staff members are always on duty during high school hockey games because of the incident. The district already has two employees staffing high school games at its three other indoor rinks. South Sports Arena did not have a second employee on duty Friday because high school games are usually not held there, according to the article. Fargo Police Lt. Joel Vettel said in a Fargo Forum article that even though Anderson was not on a public street, North Dakota law states that anybody operating a motor vehicle while heavily under the influence of drugs or alcohol can be arrested. Anderson was charged Monday in Fargo Municipal Court with a misdemeanor count of driving under the influence.
FEATURES A bison abroad
4
experiencing australia for a semester
Former NDSU Football Player Dies Unexpectedly NDSU coaches and players left with loss of words after former fullback died Sunday
STORY BY BENJAMIN NORMAN & PHOTO COURTESY OF ERIC PUEPPKE The North Dakota State Marksmanship Club’s coach calls a town of less than 50 people home. Born and raised near Erie, North Dakota – an unincorporated town just under an hour northwest of Fargo – Eric Pueppke continues farming here with his family, including his 87-year-old father. When he is not helping raise corn and soybeans, Pueppke said he stays busy with another pastime of his: marksmanship. The farmer is one of four assistant national
NDSU ATHLETICS | PHOTO COURTESY
Tyler Jangula played fullback for NDSU from 2004-2008.
Tyler Jangula passed away in his sleep Sunday at his home in Williston, N.D. Jangula was 28. His family is not positive of the cause of death. He played fullback for the North Dakota State Bison football team from 2004-2008. Rheanda Axtman, Jangula’s younger sister, told the Fargo Forum on Jan. 21 he tore his Achilles tendon playing basketball. He died two days later. NDSU offensive coordinator and running backs coach Tim Polasek told the Fargo Forum his phone rang on Sunday afternoon, and it was Jangula’ sister explaining what had happened to his former player. “The Bison family feels for his family,” Polasek said. “He’s a passionate guy who had a humongous heart … I don’t think that list is going to be short of who is hurting tonight.” The 6-foot-2, 250-pound multi-sport athlete graduated from Williston High School. Polasek told the Fargo Forum clips of Jangula are still on his teaching film. “He was a very physical, prideful kid and a North Dakota kid,” Polasek said. “That pretty much sums him up … we are starting to get back to the point where we were as good as Tyler Jangula at fullback.” Axtman told the Fargo Forum that next Tuesday the results from the autopsy will be released to the family.
Drug Bust Near NDSU Campus Two out of the three people arrested for intent to deliver meth Pace Maier
Co-News Editor
Marissa Taylor and Michael Barido were arrested for the intent to deliver meth within 1,000 feet of the NDSU campus as well as for possession of the drug according to the Fargo Forum. For Taylor, the possession of drug paraphernalia will be a Class C felony. She was arrested for possession of less than half an ounce of marijuana. Barido’s possession of drug paraphernalia is a Class C felony and Class A misdemeanor. The drug bust happened south of the North Dakota State campus at the 1000 block of 14th DRUG BUST | PAGE 3
SPORTS
10
basketball
brooke lemar leading the women’s basketball team
2
News
THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
NDSUSPECTRUM.COM
The Spectrum
GABBY HARTZE | THE SPECTRUM
Barry Hall, home to NDSU’s business students, saw five finance majors advance to a global competition in the Global Investment Research Challenge.
College of Business Students Excel in Research Challenge Five NDSU Business students beat out UND and U of M - Twin Cities in challenge Grant Johnson
Contributing Writer
Students in the College of Business Bison Fund have recently advanced in a global competition. Global Investment Research Challenge starts at the local and regional level and advances to a global stage.
Five North Dakota State students — finance majors Mason Anderson, Douglas Noah, Siyang Gu, Brad Cantwell and graduate student of agribusiness and applied economics Norifumi Kimura — accomplished the first round recently. The challenge is organized by the Certified Financial Analyst Minnesota Society. The competition includes North Dakota and South Dakota and is touted as the most prestigious professional certificate in the industry. The competition is meant to make the students focus on ethics and professional conduct along with research. “This activity involves a lot of hard work
In A Nutshell Benjamin Norman Head News Editor
Bearson Autopsy Report Finalized
The Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office told local media the long-awaited autopsy report for North Dakota State student Thomas Bearson has been finalized. Further details were not released by publication, but the Moorhead Police Department told WDAY-TV some information about the case is planned to be released. The Moorhead PD has not received the final report, speculating the document might be in “transition” between the Medical Examiner’s office and city officials. The body of Bearson was found after a three-day search last fall. The death was ruled a homicide. His parents spoke to WCCO-TV for the first time Tuesday.
Chipotle Set to Open Monday
After months of delay, Chipotle is scheduled to open its doors to customers Monday. Chipotle Mexican Grill confirmed the announcement Tuesday to local media. The new store is located at 1680 45th St. S. Hours will be 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day. “Our customers tend to be a bit more educated and affluent than a typical fast food customer, so we look for neighborhoods that match that as well,” said Chipotle
spokesperson Chris Arnold. Before Monday, if an North Dakota State student wanted a Chipotle fix, one would have to travel over 100 miles to the closest restaurant, located in St. Cloud, Minn.
by students, which gives them a unique opportunity to meet local professionals, company executives, and feel like real, professional stock analysts,” the team’s advisor Fariz Huseynov said. On Feb. 12, the team will present their final presentation in Minneapolis. Competitors from the region include St. Thomas, Bethel, University of Duluth, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, University of North Dakota, St. Cloud State, University of Minnesota - Mankato and St. John’s. NDSU made it to the final after beating out U of M - Twin Cities and UND. “What’s cool about this year is that U of
M - Twin Cities is typically a powerhouse in the competition and makes the presentation round almost every year and is usually (the) favorite to win the presentation round (also),” Anderson said. “ ... They (U of M - Twin Cities) actually didn’t even make the presentation finals, which we’re really excited about because their team pulls members from the Carlson Funds, which consists primarily of MBAs.” “This really is an amazing competition, though,” Anderson said, “and I hope that one day there is enough interest for us to field several teams with participants from the Bison Fund and other interested students as well.”
We Miss You advertise today
Harper Lee to Publish Second Book
Over a half-century after her debut novel, Harper Lee is publishing her second this summer. Her publisher announced Tuesday that Lee will release her second work, titled “Go Set a Watchman,” on July 14. The book is nothing new; Lee, 88, completed “Watchman” alongside her first novel, “To Kill a Mockingbird,” in the 1950s. “Watchman” follows the protagonist of “Mockingbird,” Scout Finch. Unlike the first book, Finch will be portrayed as an adult woman set in the ‘50s. The manuscript of “Watchman” was rediscovered last year, Lee said in a statement from her publisher. After “much thought and hesitation,” Lee decided it was “worthy of publication.”
Hostage Burned Alive by Islamic State
A Jordanian pilot was burned alive, an Islamic State video released Tuesday shows. Jordan confirmed the death. The pilot, Moaz al-Kasasbeh, was captured Dec. 24 by militants after his plane crashed during a mission against the IS. A man in a cage is shown in the video, engulfed in fire.
ad.manager@ndsuspectrum.com | (701)231-8994
KNDS 96.3
NDSU Student run + Community radio listen live & online at kndsradio.com Bison sports live shows new music @kndsRAdio
3
THE SPECTRUM | NEWS | THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
No Sales Tax Could Help ND Retailers Proposed bill could eliminate sales tax on clothing in North Dakota Camille Forlano Staff Writer
A bill has been introduced to remove sales tax on clothing in North Dakota.
Senator George B. Sinner of Fargo introduced the bill in the Legislature and it is receiving positive attention from local retailers, including Fargo’s West Acres Mall merchants. The proposed bill would give retailers in border towns in North Dakota a fair shot against the state’s neighbors, Montana and Minnesota, who currently impose no sales tax on
clothing. The bill would not omit taxes for belt buckles, clothing accessories, sport equipment and other miscellaneous items. North Dakota’s biggest retailer competitor is online shopping, which has become an easy and convenient way to shop without having to pay state taxes. Head of the Apparel, Design and Hospitality
Educating, Training
and Coaching
While shooting itself has remained important in Pueppke’s life, coaching the sport has also become a vital aspect of his life. “I’ve enjoyed this sport for so many years, and I decided to give back,” he said. Although he has coached locally since the Marksmanship Club’s restoration, Pueppke has notched a nationally renowned reputation. He is one of four levelfour advanced international pistol coaches in the US. To put that in perspective, Pueppke said there are thousands of level-one coaches associated with NRA/USAS/CMP. He also trains coaches on the National Coach Development staff and cowritten coaching materials for USAS. Pueppke said USAS is the governing body for Olympic shooting sports in US, so he often works with the best shooters in the nation. Sometimes, the best gunners are NDSU students. At the last national competition, Alana Townsend, who shoots pistol for the Marksmanship Club, won the gold medal in Women’s Air Pistol and Open Air Pistol. Townsend’s performance was good enough for her to be placed on the 2014 NRA First National Women’s Air Pistol All-American Team. “The kids have been doing really well,” Pueppke said of the club’s overall performance. The club program’s success is more significant
Last weekend in Grand Forks, the NDSSA formally inducted Pueppke into the North Dakota Sports Hall of Fame. His nomination was unanimously approved. “To be honored by your peers – you can’t have a higher honor than that … I don’t know what else I can say about it,” Pueppke said. He joins an exclusive group of “stalwart supporters” bestowed the honor of a “Shooting Star,” the NDSSA website reads. Though humbled by the recognition, Pueppke said he is not leaving the shooting range soon. “I’m not anywhere near the end of my career,” he said. His legacy continues through his coaching and, on a more intimate note, his blood. Pueppke had a daughter returning this week from Germany from a shooting competition.
meth paraphernalia, a small amount of marijuana and marijuana paraphernalia said the Fargo Forum. The last suspect, 28-year-old Charlie Wadena
of Naytahwaush, Minn., was arrested on a warrant out of Wadena County in Minnesota for escape said the Fargo Forum. Taylor and Barido were both 23-years-old.
254 Memorial Union North Dakota State University Fargo, ND 58105
www.ndsuspectrum.com Main Office: 231-8929 Editor in Chief: 231-8629
Erica Nitschke Head Copy Editor head.copy@ndsuspectrum.com Jaime Jarmin Co-Copy Editor co.copy@ndsuspectrum.com Gabby Hartze Photo Editor photo@ndsuspectrum.com Whitney Stramer Design Editor design@ndsuspectrum.com Allison Pillar Web Editor webmaster@ndsuspectrum.com Emily Beaman Graphic Designer graphics@ndsuspectrum.com
The Spectrum accepts both mail and email (editor@ndsuspectrum.com.) Please limit letters to 500 words and submit them in a word document format. Letters will be edited for clarity. They should include the writer’s name, telephone number, major and year in school.
The Spectrum is a student-run publication at North Dakota State University in print since 1896.The Spectrum is published Mondays and Thursdays during the academic year, except during holidays, vacations and exam periods. Each enrolled student is entitled to one copy of The Spectrum. Additional copies are available by prior arrangement with the Business Manager for $1.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
gone
we’ve
Kristan Giere Office Manager office.manager@ndsuspectrum.com Travis Jones Business Manager business.manager@ndsuspectrum.com Abby Bastian Advertising Manager ad.manager@ndsuspectrum.com Madelyn May Advertising Executive ad.exec@ndsuspectrum.com Sam Marketon Marketing Executive marketing@ndsuspectrum.com Connor Dunn Circulation Manager circulation@ndsuspectrum.com
BUSINESS STAFF
Sam Herder Editor in Chief editor@ndsuspectrum.com Benjamin Norman Head News Editor head.news@ndsuspectrum.com Pace Maier Co-News Editor co.news@ndsuspectrum.com Tessa Beck Features Editor features@ndsuspectrum.com Jack Dura A&E Editor ae@ndsuspectrum.com Caleb Werness Opinion Editor opinion@ndsuspectrum.com Colton Pool Sports Editor sports@ndsuspectrum.com
Modern.
NDSU alum and coach Eric Pueppke poses for his North Dakota Sports Hall of Fame photo. He has been active in marksmanship for decades.
ERIC PUEPPKE | PHOTO COURTESY
Eric Pueppke, middle, calms down NDSU shooter Alana Townsend during an open air pistol match at Collegiate Nationals last year.
ERIC PUEPPKE | PHOTO COURTESY
CLASSIFIEDS
HELP WANTED: DO YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE working with video and audio and/or Adobe design software (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)? The Technology Learning & Media Center is now hiring student
S
The First Amendment guarantees of free speech and free press. Opinions expressed on these pages are not necessarily those of the student body, faculty, staff, university administration or Spectrum managment. The Spectrum is printed at Forum Communication Printing at 615 Main Ave. West Fargo, ND 58078.
S
employees. Flexible hours, great learning environment and opportunities to grow your media skills while helping others. APPLY ONLINE AT www.ndsu.edu/sts. Exp Date 2/19/15 FOR RENT:
APARTMENTS FOR RENT. Northwood Commons 2 bedrooms near NDSU. Indoor pool, sauna, and workout room for $650-$745 monthly. Call (701) 280-2369. Exp Date 3/16/15
DON’T NDSU
LEAVE
EDITORIAL STAFF
The Spectrum
experience lost sales tax revenues if the bill passes. NDSU student and retail worker Amanda Cribbs hopes the bill passes and believes no sales tax will benefit North Dakota. “Usually, I try to wait until I get a chance to go home to the cities to do my shopping to take advantage of no sales tax,” Cribbs said. “It’ll be nice not having to worry about that here.”
Honoring an unfinished career
DRUG BUST | FROM FRONT Street N. after a search warrant was complete by the Fargo Police Department The drugs found included under a half-ounce of meth, a large amount of
said Bastow-Shoop. “It’s difficult for all retailers when competing with online opportunities.” Opponents of the bill argue removing sales tax on clothing would be a big hit to North Dakota infrastructure especially with the oil industry’s recent decline. The bill also includes $9.5 million to reimburse cities and counties that
because of its competition. “We shoot against other teams like West Point, Ohio State, MIT, Yale, Michigan State University, Texas A&M,” Pueppke said. “We just have a club program here – some of those other schools it’s an actual varsity program with hundreds of thousands of dollars in their budget … we are very successful.” The success, he continued, can be traced back to NDSU’s support. “We’re very thankful to NDSU,” Pueppke said. “… If it wasn’t for NDSU, I probably wouldn’t be doing this. I probably wouldn’t be a national coach and giving back to the young people.
MARKSMANSHIP | FROM FRONT a young age, shooting at, among other things, vermin. “Well I like to tell everybody that every North Dakota farm boy grows up shooting gophers,” Pueppke said of his early aspirations. Leaving the farm for the city, Pueppke chose NDSU to further his education. He graduated from the university in 1981 with a mechanized agriculture major and passion for competitive shooting. During this time, an interest in the Fargo Gateway Pistol Club continued Pueppke’s passion. FGPC has been operating in the community for over 50 years. In 1979, Pueppke started competitive shooting through a reserve officers’ training corps program on campus. He said the rifle- and pistol-shooting course counted as a physical education class. A shooting range existed in the Bentson Bunker Fieldhouse before flooding out. With the washout came a decreased interest in marksmanship on campus. NDSU, Pueppke said, “ran a good program, and it got me into a sport I’ve enjoyed my whole life.” About five years ago, Pueppke helped pitch the reformation of the university’s marksmanship club to then-Athletic Director Gene Taylor. A selling point for reinstatement was the group shooting at the Red River Regional Marksmanship Center in West Fargo, which opened in 2009. Pueppke served as the center’s first president.
Management Department at North Dakota State Holly Bastow-Shoop believes the omission of a sales tax will be good for the North Dakota retailer, especially small downtown Fargo retailers. “From the consumer perspective, the consumer always chooses to save money and the average consumer is going to always choose the cheapest option,”
WITHOUT it
S
S
check US out, www.ndsuspectrum.com
4
Features
THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
NDSUSPECTRUM.COM
The Spectrum
BISON
ABROAD
Learning What Matters Reflecting on a semester in the land down under Allison Pillar
Spectrum Staff
The thought of writing about my study abroad experience for others to read brings about the same feelings as being asked the dreaded question: “How was Australia?” Or worse, “What was your favorite thing?” These feelings can only be described as anxiety — complete and total anxiety. The answer to these questions has most often been “It was awesome!” and “Oh, I don’t think I could pick just one thing!” followed by changing the subject as quickly as possible. For people who have never spent part of their
This sign at the Queen Victoria Market holds thousands of tags describing what Melbournians love most about their city.
life away from everything they know and love, there is no easy way to put into words how incredibly life-altering the experience is. From the atmosphere to food to people to public transportation, every little thing is new and different. Melbourne, Australia, quickly became home to me as I learned my way around, stumbled upon incredible street art and learned my favorite way to order a far too expensive cup of coffee. I’ll admit that although I feigned confidence, I was pretty nervous to set out on my own. I worried I’d feel lost, alone and homesick — which I did at times. I was worried I’d fall behind in my studies
(what’s a few summer classes to catch up?). I was worried I’d run out of money — which I most certainly did but don’t regret for a second. But most of all, I was worried my semester wouldn’t be everything I hoped it to be. Fortunately for me, and most students studying abroad, there are hundreds of other international students who feel the exact same way. I connected with people from all over the world who had similar uncertainties, and together we had adventures we’ll never forget. I realized that it’s okay to be afraid of the unknown as long as you don’t let that fear hold you back from taking chances and stepping out of your comfort zone, no matter how hard that might be. Some of my most treasured moments are the
times I spent alone: running along the river, exploring a museum, sitting in the park or wandering away from the group to take in sights on my own, even if only for a second. As I prepared to come home after four months of unscheduled bliss, it felt bittersweet. I was sad to leave the friends and city I had grown to love, but I couldn’t wait to be home. In the months since my return, I’ve felt homesick for a place I never even imagined I’d visit. I’ve felt stressed having an actual schedule to follow. But most of all, I’ve felt incredibly blessed to have had the experience I did and memories that overflow into everything I do and everything I am. Studying and living abroad has been one of the most difficult and rewarding things I will likely ever do. Part of travelling, I think, is finding what’s constant and what matters when everything else around you is changing. I encourage you to take a step back. Go somewhere new alone and find the things that make this life meaningful.
Flinders Street Railway Station is a central hub and iconic landmark in Melbourne. Located along the Yarra River, it is the city’s busiest metropolitan network station and a common meeting place for locals and travellers.
NoDak Moment|
ALLISON PILLAR | THE SPECTRUM
ALLISON PILLAR | THE SPECTRUM
Sheyenne State Forest Waterfall STORY & PHOTO BY JACK DURA
The Sheyenne State Forest in southeastern North Dakota is home to many natural curiosities, but none as unique as its waterfall — the only natural one known in North Dakota. Found at the end of a 2.5-mile hike along the North Country Trail, the state’s only waterfall is tucked away deep in the bowels of the Sheyenne River Valley. The thick forest that surrounds it is almost surreal in a state dominated by rough oil country in the west and flat, open farmland in the east. A fragile system, the waterfall is powered by a small spring that plunges the overhead ground’s oozing water six or seven feet into a small pool below. From there, the water
slides down a muddy bank into a creek that runs adjacent from a small campsite at the trail’s end. Visitors to the waterfall are advised to respect its uniqueness and not impact the system in any way. This includes packing out all litter from the campsite and not harming the waterfall by foot traffic or close contact. Designated as one of the seven natural wonders of Ransom County by county officials, the waterfall has its place among other curiosities such as a mineral springs, an endangered orchid and some of the last acres of native tallgrass prairie in public ownership in the U.S.
5
THE SPECTRUM | FEATURES | THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
FARGO FASHION| What to buy (and not to buy) at end-of-season clearances STORY & PHOTO BY AMBER ZOLONDEK
Working at the mall can leave you a little overwhelmed by the stores that constantly have what seems to be sales on top of sales, especially after the holiday buying season. However, there are ways to translate those deals into A+ scores for your closet without breaking the bank or jumping the trend train to tacky ensembles. I’ve compiled a short list to somewhat guide you on what to splurge on, what to pick up right away and what to leave for the birds. Starting out, post-holiday sales are like an adrenaline rush for those who love to shop. But soon after you get home you’ll find your closet full of random, unnecessary pieces and your wallet a little emptier than you originally planned. So how do you know what is worth your time and investment and what’s not?
1.) Think long-term
If you see something you can wear for multiple seasons and seems as though it will last for them as well, I would certainly suggest serious consideration. For instance, last weekend I
S
2.) Try on, try on, try on
If I had a nickel for every time I got excited and purchased after only assuming my size just to find later I completely missed the mark, I would have enough money to replace the terrible decisions I’ve made while shopping. Try on everything when you’re out. While online shopping, I understand that is clearly impossible. However, if you’ve had your eye on an article and are simply waiting for it to go on sale, investigate and find what size fits you best
DON’T NDSU
LEAVE
S
was at The Limited where I found a “Scandal”-themed Olivia Pope-inspired cape on sale for $30. First, I had to find myself a moment to restart my heart (kidding) and consider if the size was suitable and flattering. Check and check. Next, I checked with a sales associate to see her thoughts on the piece and what other customers have been saying about it. If they’re honest with you, appreciate that and move on with whatever information you receive about it.
WITHOUT it
or invest in a tailor.
3.) Shoot for that trend
Now, I understand I am one to fight trends a little too hard sometimes. But, with that said, there have been a few that have worked for my style and body type and there are likely a few out there for yours too. For instance, peplums and my silhouette tend to get along swimmingly, for others, not so much. I’ve snagged dresses, tanks and tops at jaw-dropping prices because sometimes looks like that just are not made for everyone. Specific patterns that you like or are flattering on you can be found for pennies on the dollar at end-of-season sales. Repeat after me: Run with it. I put it this way: If you have found something you truly love or would consider paying full price only to find out its been marked down 75 percent, get it. Do your research on stores that have promising or easy to understand sales. The more confusing, the more it is likely too good to be true.
S S
I snagged this “Scandal” Olivia Pope inspired cape at The Limited for $30.
Going for trends like peplums or accessories is a way for you to get those items you have had your eye on.
6
Opinion
THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
NDSUSPECTRUM.COM
The Spectrum
Pre-Ordering Video Games is Wrecking the Industry Guaranteed profits cause an increase of rushed content Caleb Werness Opinion Editor
In any good trap, a savory bait is needed. This is how game developers and retailers alike have afflicted gamers with preordering syndrome. Pre-ordering, for those unaware, is paying in-part or in-full for a game that has not been released yet to ensure having a copy. The perks having been hyped up: receiving bonus content or having a copy on date of release. At first, all was well. Gamers got a little extra and companies had a better idea of how many units to ship out and to where. The notion of pre-order has been a successful one, but pre-ordering brought about some consequences. Because gamers were willing to put money down on games strictly based on trailers or first impressions, game producers have been able to get away with pushing out games that still need polishing. Pre-ordering has caused game producers to care more about a deadline than actually getting the best version of their content to the people. Some of the most recent examples of this are Madden 15 and Assassin’s Creed: Unity. Both games have been known for their assortment of bugs and glitches.
Assassin’s Creed: Unity especially received flack from numerous gamers as some players encountered so many glitches, the game was nearly unplayable. This reflected poorly on the game’s producer Ubisoft, so much so the company gave out the game’s downloadable content for free. Those who had already paid for DLC were given the option of a free game. Pre-ordering has created a problem where game producers can sell games that are not in pristine condition and still make enormous profits. I have had my fair share of buyer’s remorse from pre-ordering games. When thinking about it from a business standpoint on the side of the gamer, it seems ridiculous to pay for something when you are unsure of what you are fully receiving. The fallbacks of receiving a game that is not finished largely outweighs any incentives brought about by “bonus content.” If gamers keep blindly throwing money, producers will never have a reason to change. Pre-ordering as an idea is not bad, but the effects of what happens because of it is. This is a situation of the cons outweighing the pros. I don’t think I will ever choose to pre-order a game again. I find it comparable to walking up to a car dealership and paying for a car without going for a test drive or knowing all the fine details of the potential purchase. Newly released video games are not cheap. Gamers should be more conscientious of how they spend their hard-earned money. Don’t jump off the pre-ordering bridge without knowing how deep the game’s “water” is.
MATAYA ARMSTRONG | THE SPECTRUM
Stepping Out and Going For It Where being pushy has gotten me Amber Zolondek Staff Writer
It’s been seen on films, television series and read in thousands of books: the sassy, self-knowing, outspoken female. She knows what she’s going for and she’s not going to stop until she gets it. However, after pulling a stunt of my own and some experimenting, I’ve found out that most times, risk does not always come with reward.
“If a girl cannot be forward and open about who she’s interested in or even express it, then what are we doing here? Is a relationship not a two-way street?”
As a single female, I found it fitting to commit my first act of new-found pushiness and channel it into something I’ve never done before: ask someone else out on a date for a change. I’ll be honest; it was riveting. But the backlash I received from my peers was crushing. I got comments like “Why would you do that?” and when I explained what my intentions were and how I figured a change would be refreshing, I only saw faces of pained confusion and concern.
Why is it so weird for a female to ask out a male? Is it because he isn’t initializing the interest and that’s intimidating or more based on the fact that because the male has to be the one interested first in order for the mutual relationship to work? What’s so unfortunate about this is before we even had our date, I was so worried about what everyone else was thinking I wasn’t even able to enjoy myself. That is certainly not what I was aiming for, and I quickly reversed the effects with my “modern-
woman” thinking. Given the fact that I asked him out, I had plans of picking him up, plus planning and paying for the date. I know, it does sound backwards, I realize this. However, there’s no physical harm in this, and my peers seemed to act as though there were. If a girl cannot be forward and open about who she’s interested in or even express it, then what are we doing here? Is a relationship not a two-way street? And if you would agree, then why is this concept so foreign for some to come to accept? Even though I find this embarrassing to admit and explain, I found myself having to apologize or retrace my words in order to not appear too forward or pushy and have finally decided that there is no more of that.
The Spectrum is looking for
opinion writers contact us at opinion@ndsuspectrum.com
THE SPECTRUM | OPINION | THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
7
Microsoft Opens New Doors With Windows 10 Pairing Windows 10 with the Xbox One shows promise, among other things Caleb Werness Opinion Editor
T h e “All-InO n e ” X b o x One has disappointingly been No. 2 behind the PlayStation 4. Things may be changing though. On Jan. 21, Microsoft showcased its newest software, Windows 10. After Windows 8’s wide public criticism, the newest installment of Microsoft’s operating system has heads turning. One of the most stunning features is how Windows 10 and the Xbox One now share a special connection. Windows 10 can stream any Xbox One games
onto a personal computer. This is one of the first big crossovers announced by Microsoft. After a shaky release and a slow start in the “console war,” this type of innovation seems to be the kind of thing that will help the Xbox One gain ground on its rival Sony. I think this is the beginning of seeing what the “all-in-one” system is finally capable of. I can’t deny being impressed by the idea of being able to stream a game from a console to a laptop or tablet. One aspect that does come up when I think about this is “will it catch on?” The idea is essentially playing Xbox One games on a computer, but PC gamers have been doing that for two decades. It doesn’t exactly seem like a totally unique idea. I was truly impressed watching the video of the presentation and seeing how seamlessly the game
MICROSOFT.COM | PHOTO COURTESY
Microsoft unveils the upcoming Windows 10 operating system.
streamed onto the computer from the Xbox One. However, as I reflect on it, I think it was similar to seeing a magic trick; it looks cool and you are impressed, but there is nothing spectacular about it.
Windows 10 does look to be a truly great operating system and is capable of so much. It looks as if Microsoft is finally adopting the platform Apple has been so famous for: product integration.
Windows 10 looks to be the glue that will bring so many Microsoft products together. Cross-play just looks to be one of those features. Microsoft is no doubt setting for a technologically
adventurous path ahead. The introduction of a virtual reality headset, new Xbox One features and others, all powered by Windows 10 look to make for an exciting future.
Super Bowl Commercials Reach Out to Fathers The importance of fatherhood depicted in several commercials Caleb Werness Opinion Editor
It wasn’t a humorous Budweiser or Doritos commercial that stood out to me this Super Bowl.
Rather, it was the car commercials that depicted the journey of fatherhood. Car companies Toyota and Nissan both featured commercials that touched on the importance of being a father. Anytime “Cats in the Cradle” is playing in the background, some hearts will be tugged. As I sat watching, it made me reflect on my own life and the responsibilities
of someday, hopefully, being a dad. I commend these companies for their well done and memorable commercials. It is good to see the role of the father being put in the spotlight. So many children in our culture come out of broken homes and families without fathers. I enjoyed watching the McDonald’s ad telling how some people will be able
to pay for their food with a dance or a call to mom telling her they love her. This is a fantastic idea, and I fully support it, but I found it kind of sad not one of the times did it mention calling up your dad and telling him you love him. All the time on TV we see people wave to the camera and say “Hi mom!” Seldom it seems, do people ever wave and say “And hi
dad!” As men, many have failed to fill the fathershaped shoes that are so important. I can’t even imagine where I would be in my life if I had not had my dad as a strong role model. His guidance and advice got me through many hard times, even if, at the time, I didn’t want to hear it. He was there when I proclaimed how my dad was
the best in elementary school and there when I thought he was obsolete as a young teenager. Now, as a 22-yearold, I see the wisdom and patience he had with me. Being a father is a great responsibility. I believe it is something every young man should think about every now and again. To read the full article go to ndsuspectrum.com.
8 THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
Arts & Entertainment
NDSUSPECTRUM.COM
The Spectrum
Top Artists to Grace Fargo Winter Blues Fest Corey Stevens among others to be played at annual festival
TICKET TICKET INFOINFO 4-10 p.m. Saturday
Jennifer Fatz
Contributing Writer
The Fargo Winter Blues Festival will surely wash away those winter blues this weekend in its 15th consecutive year featuring some of blues’ top artists around the country. Since its inaugural Fargo Blues Fest back in 1996, this festival has “established itself as one of the premiere blues festivals in the upper Midwest while continuing to grow,” the festival’s website said. After much success of the festival that “hosted nearly 40 Grammy Award Nominated bands, 3 Rock N Roll hall of famers, and numerous Blues Hall Of Famers,” the Fargo Blues Festival assembled its first winter blues fest in 2001. For those who may not cross paths with the blues genre very often, featured bands and artists can be compared to The Roots band on Jimmy Fallon’s “The Tonight Show,” Dan Dredell, the festival’s executive director, said. “Porch and two-string guitar to classic rock” can somewhat assume the spectrum of this bluesy collection of artists this weekend at the winter festival, Dredell said.
N
W
S
N
W
S
A feature performer at this year’s Fargo Winter Blues Fest, Sena Ehrhardt, brings the heat in her dynamic performance.
California legend Corey Stevens is back again 15 years later after performing at the first annual Winter Blues Fest. Since his debut album “Blue Drops of Rain,” Stevens has produced eight essential albums over the last 10 years. “Making a name for himself from live performances and being proclaimed the heir to Stevie Ray Vaughan, Stevens shows himself to be a more mature, evolved
SENA EHRHARDT BAND | PHOTO COURTESY
guitarist, writer and performer,” Jana Pendragon, AllMusic contributor, said. With three chart-topping albums, this bluesman is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Feature performer Sena Ehrhardt is a “sensation right now,” Dredell said. Sena Ehrhardt’s “voice cannot get any more powerful, range-defying, and throwback cool,” Living Blues Magazine said. “Truly one of the most dynamic young
Baymont Inn & Suites Ballroom, 3333 13th Ave. S.
$ $25 in advance fargobluesfest.com, 218-287-7775
voices this genre has seen in a long time.” Sena Ehrhardt was named 2014 Female Blues Artist of the year, along with a nomination for the 2013 Blues song category with her song “Dreaming or Dyin’.” In addition to Stevens and Ehrhardt, the Fargo Winter Blues Festival will also host top Chicago band Dave Weld & the Imperial Flames and Big George Jackson. This allages show aims to be a full night filled with music to help warm up the winter and to prepare audiences for the two-day Fargo Blues Festival coming up Aug. 14-15 at Newman Outdoor Field. “It’s going to be a fun night and a great showcase of artists,” Dredell said.
$
Writer’s Choice: BeethovenFest, ‘Boeing Boeing’ and Theatre B Enjoy the weekend with numerous events brought to you by the letter B Linda Norland Staff Writer
It’s a weekend of events with one letter in common: B. From books to BeethovenFest to “Boeing Boeing,” this Thursday through Sunday finds several events centered around the second letter of the alphabet.
Thursday: Read the World Book Club
Have you always wanted to travel but never had the ambition or money? Or do you go on trips often but have a little downtime in between? Either way, this book club through the Fargo Public Library caters to you. The club features travel, memoirs and fiction from places other than North America or western Europe. Plus, it’s free. The library is at 102 Third St. N.
Friday: FMCT’s “Boeing Boeing”
Fans of comedy will flock to The Stage at Island Park for this ‘60s romantic farce, harking back to the beginning of the commercial flight era. It follows the story of Bernard, who is living in Paris and dating three different stewardesses. But when a new Boeing jet (hence the name) arrives a little speedier than he expects, Bernard
has to juggle all three women in the City of Love to avoid catastrophe. Check out full coverage on the show on page 9. The play starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 for students and can be booked online at fmct. org or by calling 701-235-6778.
Saturday: Theatre B’s “33 Variations”
Part of the BeethovenFest antics going on throughout F-M this February, Theatre B’s “33 Variations” is a play that parallels the composer’s life with that of a researcher studying him in the modern age. It compares Beethoven’s struggle with the Diabelli Variations as he declines in health and hearing with musicologist Katherine Brandt and her struggle to finish her research on him as she suffers from ALS. Tickets are $10 for students and can be bought online or by phone at 701-729-8880. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. at Theatre B at 716 Main Ave.
Sunday: muss es sein
This performance by Colin Holter, Jessica Narum, NDSU’s own Chelsea Pace and other artists promises to be a unique adaptation of Beethoven’s works. Winterartsfest.org describes it as “a new, environmental sonic performance with movement that draws on Beethoven’s work as an improviser and innovator.” Stop by between 4-5:45 p.m. or stay for the whole time to experience this alternative presentation of the famous composer. This event is free and located at the Main branch of the Fargo Public Library at 102 Third St. N. Check out page 9 for further coverage on the movement event.
Cast members Linda Boyd, Pam Strait, Jay Nelson, Matthew Collie and IB of Theatre B’s “33 Variations” rehearse on Dec. 10.
THEATRE B | PHOTO COURTESY
9
THE SPECTRUM | A&E | THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
Sound and Movement and Art, Oh My! BeethovenFest’s muss es sein is nothing you’ve ever seen or heard of before Jack Dura A&E Editor
If trying something new is your cup of tea, then BeethovenFest has the event for you. The communitywide culture festival centered around composer Ludwig van Beethoven offers another outing this weekend: muss es sein, “a new, environmental sonic performance with movement” taking place at the Fargo Public Library’s Main branch. Combining several different art aspects, “muss es sein” is best understood as a conglomeration of four different mediums.
“The type of performance that this is sort of falls somewhere between theater and dance and a concert and visiting an art gallery,” event coordinator and mover Chelsea Pace said. “It sort of situates itself between those four things.” On the main floor of the Main Library in downtown Fargo, “muss es sein” will happen for 105 minutes over Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings. Pace and eight NDSU students with theater backgrounds will present the work while musicians Colin Holter and Jess Narum perform. Contrary to typical theater or other performances, there is no plot or story with “muss es sein,” Pace said. It simply “exists.” “There is no narrative to the piece. It exists in time,” she said. “It’s an environmental performance, and that’s not to say it’s nature ... it’s rather
the experience will differ depending on one’s vantage point. In coordination with BeethovenFest, “muss es sein” is inspired by a Beethoven piece’s chorus proclaiming, “Muss es sein?,” “Must it be?” in N German. The question is then later W answered. “Later in the piece, it’s ‘It must be.’ They answer S the question,” Pace said. “Colin and Jess came up with the title and brought it to me, and I loved it; the idea that we were going to put this Beethoven improvisation together, and it was probably going to be something that Fargo audiences weren’t used to. They might question it.” “(We) wanted to seize the opportunity to historicize the looming, canonical figure of (Beethoven),” Holter said. “It’s important to recognize that in Beethoven’s day the thought
TICKET INFO TICKET INFO 4-5:45 p.m. Friday-Sunday N
W
$
Matthew Dryburgh and Maddie Sharpe rehearse muss es sein in a recent movement practice.
something that happens around you.” With that, audiences need not stay the full 105 minutes that “muss es sein” is presented in the library’s community space. “Our target audience is probably hanging out for
CHELSEA PACE | PHOTO COURTESY
about 15 minutes,” Pace said. “Anyone in the library during the performances will be able to view ‘muss es sein,’” Holter added in an email, “but we encourage them to take it in from a variety of positions because
S
Fargo Public Library, 102 Third St. N.
$ Free cityoffargo.com/ CityInfo/Departments/ Library/ of performing a 200-yearold piece of music would have been almost ridiculous, and furthermore that many of his pieces ... were considered staggeringly radical ... challenges to contemporary audiences. (We) felt that the best way to illuminate Beethoven’s experimentalism would be to create a new artwork in response to his music.”
Michael Strand: Educator, Social Practitioner, Artist of the Year The Spectrum sits down with the recent winner Tessa Beck
Spectrum Staff
Michael Strand, head of the visual arts department at North Dakota State, has diligently divided his time between social, artistic and educational platforms for as long as he has been producing. The culmination of these efforts have been realized by Ceramics Monthly, who named him Ceramic Artist of the Year for 2014. Tessa Beck sat down with Strand to discuss his recent successes. Tessa Beck: First of all, congratulations. What does this award mean to you, and
what type of an effect does it have moving forward? Michael Strand: Well one thing it does, for me, is solidify this kind of work. Meaning that the avenue I’ve gone down isn’t necessary traditional in the field, so it recognizes (this) way of working. The other thing I’m excited about … is that it sets a foundation for other people who work this way, for people who work socially. (I’m) working in the direction of thinking as much of context as of object, thinking of the way it moves into community as an art, not just a service. That’s what I’ve worked hard to establish, that all of this is a creative practice. TB: Ceramist of the Year is chosen for setting an
example in embracing current trends in technology, studio and marketing practices and more. How do you work toward enacting those principles into your work? MS: I think one, my work is highly dependent upon the narrative and media and presence. My work is very appropriate for media-level platforms. The movement around social interconnectedness isn’t an art movement; it’s a human movement … the practice of being socially connected is represented in the work. Also because I’ve been very prolific in lecturing … that is another part, you have to do interesting things and broadcast it. TB: Where do you plan
to go from here, from an educator’s and artist’s perspective? MS: Where I see myself going as an artist is slowing down the number of projects that I do and writing more. One thing I’m really interested in is how to create a platform to create custom objects. I think your generation really likes custom-made things, so as a maker, how can I create a platform where you start with what you want, and then synch up makers who are actually interested not in doing commissions, but in doing customized, weird things. As an educator, I want to find more ways to integrate this way of working with students across disciplines.
NDSU UNIVERSITY RELATIONS | PHOTO COURTESY Ceramics Monthly reaches the most comprehensive audience in the ceramics field, making Strand’s award that much more notable.
‘Boeing Boeing’ Now Boarding at The Stage at Island Park Most performed French play takes off this weekend Jack Dura A&E Editor
The most performed French play in the world premieres for the second time in as many years in FargoMoorhead this weekend, giving folks another ticket to ride “Boeing Boeing.” The folks of the FargoMoorhead Community
Theatre are behind this spectacle, offering a farce in February to balance out the drama and musicals the rest of FMCT’s season supports. Marc Camoletti’s ‘60s laugh fest finds a playboy architect living the high life in Paris, juggling three stewardess fiancees on separate Boeing aircraft. But when the company comes out with a faster, larger liner, lead man Bernard has an even bigger juggling act on his hands. “Things get a little
Leisure Laundry
&
TANNING CENTER
With
> 50 Maytag Washers > 38 Maytag Dryers > Large Capacity
Washers Available
>
Hours Mon - Sat
7:30 am - 10 pm
Sunday
9am - 10pm
bit faster, and there’s a complication there,” director Shanara Lassig said. “There’s storms that happen, and so the planes have to turn around, and all three of his fiancees end up at his flat at the same time.” The worldly women who are Bernard’s flight attendant fiancees hail from Germany, Italy and the U.S., and with a French housekeeper helping him keep order, the accents and excitement fly onstage. A small but respectable cast of six gets “Boeing
8/15
: 2/2
Exp
Tanning Specials
10 Sessions 15 Sessions 20 Sessions
$20 $25 $30
1 Month Unlimited
$39.95
Good for 30 Days from 1st Visit
293-6900
801 N University Dr. Fargo
Boeing” off the ground, with Theatre NDSU’s own Justine Pulec playing Bernard’s Italian fiancee, Gabriela. “The one thing that I like most about (the cast) is most everybody I’ve never worked with before,” Lassig said. “It’s been really, really fun getting to know them, and ... they’re just so easy to direct and they take suggestions ... They get along really well, which is also nice.” Running between 135
and 150 minutes, “Boeing Boeing” is a bit of a longer show, but Lassig assures any audience member they will get their money’s worth. They’re also the only ones clued into all the shenanigans onstage, as fiancees and friends come and go. Robert, a long-lost friend of Bernard, drops into the Paris flat for a visit, further adding to the mess. “Boeing Boeing” was first performed in the area at Moorhead’s Concordia College exactly two years
ago. Theater faculty Christian Boy jumped at it when the rights were made available, saying at the time that the show was making its away around the country in college and community theaters after a Broadway revival. Now area residents have the chance to see it again with a different crew in the cockpit. “It’s just really humorous, and the audience has an insight into everything,” Lassig said.
10
Sports
THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
NDSUSPECTRUM.COM
The Spectrum
LeMar Leads Senior point guard shooting to prove critics wrong STORY BY PACE MAIER North Dakota State senior point guard Brooke LeMar keeps her pre-game consistent with up-tempo music, mostly rap. “Just listen to music, (I like) Kanye West for the most part,” LeMar said. The speedy 5-foot-6 senior is leading the Summit League in points with 19.2 per game and is third in the league with two steals per conference game. She’s the leader of the Bison women’s basketball team, and every time she steps out onto the court she has a little fire in her eyes. “I’m just competitive every game, especially coming into my senior season,” LeMar said. “I have more competitiveness than I have had previously.” She transferred to NDSU from Southern Illinois her junior year, getting a new start to her college career. She showed the Bison community how determined she was after winning Summit League’s Newcomer of the Year award and being selected to the Summit League AllNewcomer team as well as the All-Summit League second team.
Freshman 3-point specialist Taylor Thunstedt said LeMar is one of the leaders of the basketball team, depending how LeMar plays is how well the team will perform. Thunstedt added people wanting to follow in her footsteps. The California native has found a lot of time this year to spend on the hardwood compared to other years because she is only taking online courses. “It’s not that bad my senior year. I’m in grad school. I’m in three classes, (so) nine credits. They are all online too,” LeMar said with a laugh. “So, I get to spend a lot of time on the court and work on my game.” NDSU was picked last in the Summit League this season after coming off a sixwin season last year, but with first-year head coach Maren Walseth and a new class of freshmen, LeMar has one message for the haters. “I don’t want to say anything yet because we are only halfway through the season,” LeMar said with a grin on her face, “but were going to keep fighting.”
Brooke LeMar is leading the Bison this year with 19.2 points per game.
FILE PHOTO | THE SPECTRUM
Most Valuable Player Award Isn’t Valuable Anymore Rodgers did not deserve MVP by many measures, including value Colton Pool Sports Editor
I don’t even know where to begin with my frustration with the NFL this past week. First off, I strongly dislike the New England Patriots — who are proven cheaters thanks to “Spygate” — and their win over the Seattle Seahawks, who showed awful sportsmanship in the final minute of the Super Bowl. But what frustrates me the most is the travesty of an NFL Most Valuable Player selection. Not to take away from the great season 2014 MVP Aaron Rodgers had: He threw for 4,381 yards and 38 touchdowns to a very minimum five interceptions. No other
quarterback came close to his touchdownto-interception ratio. But he was beat in every other significant category. In fact, when comparing Rodgers to the rest of the league, he had a pedestrian year. Drew Brees, Ben Roethlisberger, Andrew Luck, Peyton Manning, Matt Ryan and Eli Manning — yes, Elijah Manning — had more passing yards than Rodgers. Luck and Peyton Manning both had more TD passes than Rodgers. Among quarterbacks who passed at least 300 times, Rodgers’ passer rating is second to Romo’s. And if you want to go back to his earlier mentioned ratio, let’s bring up another fraction — completion percentage. If Rodgers was so efficient to warrant an MVP trophy, then how in the world does he have a worse completion percentage than Romo, Brees, Roethlisberger, Ryan, Phillip Rivers, Peyton Manning, Ryan Tannehill and Jay Cutler. No MVP of the NFL should have a significant stat lower than Cutler and Tannehill. Tannehill finished a year that was wildly inconsistent and Cutler got paid
big bucks to sit on the bench during the last stretch of the season because he simply couldn’t perform well enough. The value of the MVP trophy has come down to who was the best quarterback of the year, with the occasional running back or wide receiver. If that weren’t true, than J.J. Watt should have gotten the award without a doubt in my mind. Watt led the league in fumble recoveries, defensive touchdowns, quarterback hurries, was first among defensive lineman for tackles and solo tackles, was second in the NFL for safeties, tied for first for fumble recoveries for touchdowns and for deflected passes among defensive lineman and tied for third for forced fumbles. If that wasn’t standout enough, Watt’s 20.5 sacks was 1.5 away from Justin Houston for the league lead. He became the first player in NFL history to record multiple 20-sack seasons. Let’s not forget his league-high 33 quarterback hits — Von Miller was second with 11. And the following was my tipping point for the most valuable player — Watt was
Weiss
Chiropractic Clinic
It’s like when your mom says she’ll pay half, but better. For every $1 you save, NDCAP matches $2 to pay for your college tuition. Going to college just got 200% easier.
the first defensive lineman to score five touchdowns since 1944. He scored a touchdown off a fumble recovery, an interception and scored three on the offensive side of the ball. Rodgers had a pretty good year while Watt had an unforgettable year. Let’s ponder the MVP award for a second: This trophy doesn’t necessarily go to the best player but the most valuable player. In my book, you have to look at what a player’s team would be like without that given player. Rodgers has so many weapons in his offense that a big number of other NFL quarterbacks could step into his shoes and have a fair amount of success. The Houston Texas’ defense, meanwhile, would be vanquished without Watt. He led the league in quarterback disruptions with 82.5, and the Texans would be vastly different without those big plays. I have no idea how Rodgers garners 31 of the voting committee’s 50 votes, while Watt only receives 13. And don’t get me started on why someone wasted their vote on Bobby Wagner.
“Your chiropractic home away from home”
To learn more call 701-232-2452 or email ida@sendcaa.org
Close Closeand andConvenient ConvenientCare. Care. Located short blocks 3 short blocks from fromcampus campusatatthe thecorner corner ofof14th 14thave aveand and10th 10thst.st. Covered Coveredbybymost mostInsurances. Insurances.
Spring is Just Around The Corner!
1360 10th Street North • 701-237-5517
11
THE SPECTRUM | SPORTS | THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
True freshman Paul Miller is one of several young Bison players this year who is helping NDSU finish close games on top.
CONNOR SCHUMACHER | THE SPECTRUM
Close Games Could Pay Out for the Bison in Postseason Sam Herder
Spectrum Staff
“Friday N i g h t Lights” is one of the best TV series of all time. If you debate that, you’re wrong. But one flaw in the series is the amount of games where coach Taylor’s team would play awful, then miraculously win a lastsecond touchdown.
True drama? Yes. Realistic? Not really. But the North Dakota State men’s basketball team is doing its best to provide the same kind of drama this conference season. Eight of its nine Summit League games have been within 10 points. Three have been decided by three points or less and two have gone into overtime. And none of them have been pretty. After losing a senior class of the ages, the Bison returned three guys with legit playing time. The other two starters with Lawrence Alexander, Kory Brown and Chris Kading are redshirt freshman A.J. Jacobson
APARTMENT FOR RENT
eff, 1, 2, and 3 BDRM available Small dog in select units. Single or double car garage included. Heat paid, updated building, wood flrs, ceramic tile, built in micro, walk-in closets, washer/dryer and hook ups in select units. Up to 2 cats ok.
Call or email today!
701-297-9500
evansassist@hegenes.com
and true sophomore Carlin Dupree. Their first two off the bench are true freshman Paul Miller and a linebacker on a basketball court named Dexter Werner. The inexperience is real, you guys. Slow starts, turnovers and poor shooting have haunted NDSU many times this year. But solid defense has kept them in games. And when it comes down to crunch time, these guys find a way to win. The Bison have been in several last-minute situations where a young team like they are should not win. Sure, it helps to have lone senior Alexander, averaging 18 points per
game, as your point guard. But guys like Miller, Werner and Dupree have come up with clutch buckets. Last Thursday’s overtime win against Denver is the perfect game to sum up NDSU’s season so far. With 16 points in the first half on 29.4 percent shooting and nine turnovers, the Bison looked lost and unable to recover early into the second half. But after slowly chipping away at the lead, they forced overtime. And in overtime, they dominated to a 61-54 win. The Bison erased all worry about the first half with their final 10 minutes of play.
“It’s the parity within this league from top to bottom,” NDSU head coach Dave Richman said after the game. “Make no mistake about that. But it’s also the youth and inexperience that we have. It takes us some time sometimes. And fortunately we have guys like Lawrence Alexander and Kory Brown to make enough winning plays for us to stick around and come out on top at the end.” These down-to-the-wire games are great experience for the youthful Bison. To be able to pull out wins is even better. Come time for the Summit League tournament in early March, NDSU won’t
look like an unprepared, immature team under the bright lights. They will look like a team that’s been in tight situations before and a team that knows how to win in those situations. With a current conference record of 7-2, the Bison are in the drivers seat for a top seed. They do have three tough road games at Denver, South Dakota State and Oral Roberts in the final seven games. That’s quite the gauntlet. But as we’ve all figured out, in any situation, never count out Matt Saracen … I mean the Bison
S S
gone
we’ve
Young team has found a way to win
Modern.
The Spectrum www.ndsuspectrum.com @NDSUSpectrum @ facebook.com/ndsuspectrum
check US out, www.ndsuspectrum.com For additional hours of operation visit our website at bvskiarea.com
12
THE SPECTRUM | NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY | THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2015
TUESDAY, FEB. 10
AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS 1-4 P.M. FARGODOME
2015 CAREER
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11
ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
EXPO
2
10 A.M.-2 P.M. FARGODOME
2 days
Download the career fair app: NDSU CAREER FAIR
www.ndsu.edu/career
Hefty SEED COMPANY
+
2 fairs
GINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENC AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICU TURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBER ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIG SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AN LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERIN DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECH NOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BU NESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | E GINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENC AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICU TURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBER ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIG SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AN LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERIN DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECH NOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BU NESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | E GINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENC AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICU TURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBER ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIG SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AN LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERIN DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECH NOLOGY | AGRICULTURE, BUSINESS AND LIBERAL ARTS | ENGINEERING, DESIGN, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | AGRICULTURE,