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ONE FOR THE BOOKS NDSU wins fifth straight FCS title with 37-10 victory Saturday against Jacksonville State in Frisco, Texas. PHOTO BY GABBY HARTZE
Gov’t ‘GameDay’ Producer Student Seeks to Increase Fees to Tweets 2016 Return Student $8.76 Per Credit Fifth straight FCS title attracts ESPN’s attention
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Another national championship for North Dakota State football could mean another “College GameDay” visit for Fargo. Lee Fitting, producer of ESPN’s “College GameDay” program, tweeted early Sunday about NDSU’s five-time success in Frisco, Texas. “How bout ‘dem @NDSUAthletics. Bizon, again. I say nothing. @CollegeGameDay to Fargo in ‘16,” Fitting tweeted at 2:41 a.m. The tweet garnered over 400 retweets and 500 likes on Twitter. Fitting’s tweet comes after “GameDay” visits in 2013 and 2014 to downtown Fargo. The
pregame program broadcast live from near the Fargo Theatre, attracting thousands of Bison fans to the downtown scene. ESPN visited again Oct. 8-10 with its “SportsCenter on the Road” broadcast from the Fargodome for NDSU’s homecoming game against the University of Northern Iowa. The “SportsCenter” visit came after speculation on social media and sports blogs that “GameDay” would return to Fargo for a third consecutive year. A tweet by Fitting last fall confirmed Fargo was on “GameDay’s” “potential site list several weeks in fall.” A Vine video of Corso the live bison mascot in front of the Fargo Theatre with his namesake, “GameDay” cohost Lee Corso, also
Open forums next week allow for student input on pending fee increases
“@CollegeGameDay to Fargo in ’16.” – Lee Fitting, producer made the rounds of social media last fall. NDSU President Dean Bresciani said he was “confident” “College GameDay” would return to Fargo. Instead, “SportsCenter on the Road” came to town for three days on the NDSU scene. Over 1,000 fans turned out for the 6-8 a.m. broadcast from the Fargodome’s Gate City Bank Field. No date has been confirmed for a “College GameDay” visit in fall 2016, and the show has not
tweeted about a return. Ryan Perreault, NDSU athletic communications director, said in an email that NDSU Athletics has only heard about Fitting’s tweet and nothing else about a 2016 “GameDay” visit. “College GameDay” did retweet an NDSU Football quote of FCS Football’s Vine of Corso the bison sniffing and pawing at his feed bowl Saturday. NDSU’s 2016 football season is scheduled to begin Sept. 9.
Crowds lined Broadway in downtown Fargo during “College GameDay’s” visit in 2014.
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Churchill Hall remodel could make building more ‘flexible’
Casey McCarty
The technology fee increase would go to further support running The 2016-17 North current NDSU technology Dakota State student body programs like Blackboard may pay more fees if recent and GoPrint. proposals are passed. Thirty classrooms Student fees are poised are projected to be to go up over $100 per refreshed and updated semester, or $8.76 per with technology. This fee credit. increase would also be used Student body president to pay student salaries in the Eric McDaniel said he IT department. welcomes feedback before Private sector jobs action is taken, saying are paying higher wages students should voice their and becoming more opinion. accommodating to student Pending fees include schedules, so this fee is the technology fee, the proposed to help NDSU student activity fee, a remain competitive and fee from North Dakota recruit the best personnel. Student Association and The increase in the the wellness fee, which student activity fee incorporates the student is primarily for the health services fee. understaffed Memorial The wellness fee has a Union. Campus Recreations proposed increase of $5.59 would also like to use an per credit, of which $3.33 increase of funds to make would to the student health better use of the new services and $2.26 would go aquatic center, and Tier to the wellness center. II organizations typically The technology fee receive funding from has a proposed increase of student government to $0.50 per credit; the student support their organizations. activity fee has a proposed However, McDaniel said increase of $2.66 per credit student government has and the NDSA fee has a run out of funding for these proposed increase of $0.01 organizations. per credit. No additional funds have In the 2015-16 school been appropriated to benefit year, students are paying student health services since $50.66 per credit for these 2010. Budgets are expected fees, but if all proposed five to six years without increases pass legislation, increase, which is the students would be paying a current trend organizations total of $59.43, amounting around NDSU are on, to an extra $8.76 per credit. McDaniel said. A full-time student with The NDSA fee increase 12 or more credits would is out of direct control of see an increase of $105.12 student government, as that each semester. fee is controlled outside of Co-News Editor
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Churchill Hall Remodel Could Make Building More ‘Flexible’ Final design forthcoming, renovations to finish before fall 2017 Jack Dura
Head News Editor
Renovations to North Dakota State’s oldest residence hall could make the building more versatile. Rian Nostrum, Residence Life director, said the Churchill Hall remodel project would gut the building and “be rebuilt
into a new space.” Renovations, pegged at $10 million, would allow for new basement windows, better gathering spaces, an elevator on all floors and more rooms. Churchill is an all-male residence hall, built in 1930. Renovations could increase the population from 198 students to 210, Nostrum said.
He added a contractor would begin basement work in summer 2016, removing walls before eight months of renovations begin in December. The hall would be used as overflow housing in fall 2016 for upperclassmen, nontraditional, transfer and other students, Nostrum said.
The residence hall would be a good option for students who “really only need a semester of housing,” Nostrum said. Following its summer 2017 completion, Churchill’s renovations would break the longtime tradition of the building being an all-male, freshman residence hall. “We want the future
design to (accommodate) both men and women,” Nostrum said. The building’s design could allow for men to live there one year, then women the next, Nostrum added. Meanwhile, Churchill’s basement, which is 90 percent unused due to inappropriately sized windows, will allow for more community space,
storage, residential spaces and natural lighting. The total renovation cost is still pending bids and a final design, but Nostrum said, “Right now, we are comfortable with $10 million.” The final design would keep Churchill’s “historical” aspects intact while accommodating co-ed residents, Nostrum added.
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NDSU’s Volunteer Network organizes MLK Service Day for a day of philanthropy in the area.
MLK Service Day Racks Up Over 350 Registrants Day of no classes filled with nonprofit volunteer service
Jack Dura
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Hailey Goplen said she knows Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is more than a day off from school at North Dakota State. The assistant director for service learning and civic engagement is one of many people with NDSU’s Volunteer Network helping make MLK Service Day a reality from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday. Monday honors Martin Luther King, Jr., the humanitarian who championed civil rights in the 1960s. The day of volunteer service send participants to 40-50 nonprofits throughout the area, from Charism to the Fargo Parks District to Great Plains Food Bank. “We have a little bit of a challenge with this event ... because some nonprofits are closed on MLK Day,” Goplen said. “A lot of nonprofits just set aside tasks because they know that we have this event and
so they look forward to it every year.” Tasks range from cleanup of Christmas decorations to visiting nursing homes and childcare centers. MLK Service Day is a smaller event compared to the Volunteer Network’s Big Event, which happens April 14. Monday will have a morning shift and afternoon shift of volunteer work, three hours each, while the Big Event rounds up about 700 students for four shifts of volunteer work. Goplen said about 362 students are signed up for Monday’s service work. Registration ended over the semester break. “MLK Day, we kind of working with the nonprofits and their limits, so we typically only have 300 to 400 students,” she said. On Monday, students learn where they will be volunteering. “(Students) come to the Union beforehand, check in and find out where they’re
going and we give them a map and send them off to the nonprofits,” Goplen said, adding that there is some confusion about the work being assigned the day of. “We sometimes have to do some last-minute shuffling,” she said, adding that fraternities, sororities and other groups often like to work together. Goplen has worked with MLK Service Day for two years and the event has been around for six or seven, she said. This year, the event’s name changed from MLK Service Plunge to avoid confusion over the Special Olympics’ Polar Plunge. “There was some confusion of students thinking they were going to jump in ice cold water, and instead you’re being sent out to clean at nonprofits,” Goplen said, adding that the national event is also known as MLK Service Day, so the renaming aligns with that standard.
Junior guard Carlin Dupree has left NDSU’s men’s basketball team after a dispute over his playing status. Head coach Dave Richman said in a press release Dupree “was unhappy in his role” and does not support his decision, but does support Dupree. Dupree was third on the team for minutes played this season. He played in all 17 previous games this season for the Bison, averaging 7.1 points per game, the press release said. Sophomore Paul Miller, the shooting guard, may see some backup time at points with sophomore guard Malik Clements, who is in line to play more. Richman told The Forum that “It’s a golden opportunity for (Clements)” but that he will have to earn the minutes in practice.
Residence Hall Association Hosts Weekend MU Events
The Residence Hall Association has a variety of special events this
upcoming weekend to help students get back into the groove. Starting 9:30 p.m. Friday, the Residence Hall Association will be hosting a free casino night in the Memorial Union’s Great Plains Ballroom. An oxygen bar will also be available. Starting 9:30 p.m., the Residence Hall Association will hosting a free blacklight underground dance in the Memorial Union’s lower level. The event will feature games such as Tic-Tac-Glow and a graffiti wall.
NDDOT: Beware of Black Ice
The North Dakota Department of Transportation and the North Dakota Highway Patrol are asking drivers to be more vigilant while driving in black ice conditions. Crews are continuously working to improve road conditions; however, the de-icers are less effective in cold temperatures and abrasive materials are also being used to try and improve traction for motorists, NDDOT reported. Black ice is formed when vehicle exhaust is tracked onto the roadways and freezes into a thin
layer of ice in extremely cold conditions. The ice is difficult to detect and may not always be evident when driving. Officials are encouraging drivers to keep a close eye on road conditions and to use caution when driving to avoid accidents.
Heitkamp Announces Federal Funding for NDSU
North Dakota Sen. Heidi Heitkamp announced that $147,958 in federal funding is going to NDSU for scientific research studying food preservation methods and preventing food-borne illnesses. Heitkamp said in a press release that “agriculture, as North Dakota’s top industry, is vitally important in the lives of not only farmers and ranchers, but all of us who expect abundant and safe food.” The research will take place by the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative program which studies how food is pasteurized by vacuum steam and how bacteria affects the process. Heitkamp also said in her press release the federal investment at NDSU would allow students and faculty to find new ways to increase the safety of food as it makes its way to our tables.
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Increased fees | from front NDSU through the NDSA. The wellness fee increase is primarily to benefit the new Aquatic Center, McDaniel said. Student fees increased in the past to support constructing the aquatic center, and now more fees are needed for upkeep and maintenance of the facility. “If students don’t want to pay the extra money, they won’t get extra services,” McDaniel said. “It will just stay status quo with what it is.”
Timeline
North Dakota universities are capped at a 1 percent increase on tuition per year, as per North Dakota State Board of Higher Education rules.
If all expected fee increases are fulfilled, the SBHE would need to approve of fee raising. The next meeting for the Student Fee Advisory Board, which advises President Dean Bresciani on confirming fee increases, is Feb. 3. Student government needs to have all fee-raise requests into Chancellor Mark Hagerott by Feb. 25. Approval of the fee raises will be confirmed by the SBHE in March.
Student input
Student government is holding open forums in the Memorial Union’s Century Theater for students to openly give feedback regarding pending fee increases. Separate forums will be held for different fees.
A forum will be held at noon Jan. 21 for concerns about the technology fee increase. Another forum will be held at 11 a.m. Jan. 22 for the student health services fee, and another will be held at noon Jan. 22 regarding the student activity fee. Additionally, an alternate session forum will be held at noon Jan. 25 for students who were unable to attend one of the other three forums. Most importantly, students are urged to give feedback, McDaniel said. “Always stop by the student government office; let us know your thoughts... we just need as much feedback as we can get,” he said. Jack Dura contributed to this story.
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New Semester, New Beginnings Small changes to your everyday routine can make a better semester Cierra Steffenson Contributing Writer
With a new semester beginning many college students like to set new goals for themselves to achieve. Personally I like to think of a new semester as a fresh start, a clean slate to start on the expectations that I have for my schoolwork and myself. It’s easy to understand why many people think of it as just more classes and exams that they have to take to start a successful career in their adult life. Truly a new semester is
more than that. The new semester is something that can be looked forward to with new ambition. College has provided you with a clean slate in order to impress even yourself with what you can achieve. Technically you still have previous grades and courses that you have already taken. That is in the past though and a new semester is a clean start. Hopefully these tips will help you to achieve what you would like to achieve academically this semester. I have always been the kind of person that didn’t have to study or put much
“Social, psychical and mental health are important keys to success.” effort into my work in order to pass with sufficient standings. When I got to college I realized that a different mindset could help me achieve new goals. So, I have created a new outlook on my schoolwork and how to approach it. Blackboard was new to me last year and I wasn’t quite sure if it would be something that I would loath or love.
Turns out I am indifferent about the program and have come to using it when I need to be updated on my course. I have actually found that through the combination of putting everything into my planner (both online and hardcopy) right away at the beginning of the semester I am better able to manage my time. This can help to equally balance work and school,
because many of us students are balancing a job with our academics. These two things are not the only important parts of your life though. Social, psychical, and mental health, are important keys to success. Being able to accurately balance going to the gym, attending classes, working, and being social (however you may do so) is an issue that many college students face. Although it may seem crazy, waking up early in the morning to get in a good breakfast and some type of physical activity will actually kick start your day. This may seem crazy but
the release of endorphins with actually help you to better focus and manage your time throughout the day. Taking a short break to focus on yourself and happiness will also help to create a more successful day. Now I’m not saying that you have to micromanage your day but setting aside specific times and then rewarding yourself with short five minute breaks will help you to more successfully manage your time and health, thus leading to a more successful semester.
Foreign Empire 2015, The Year of Mass-Shootings Annexes the US
Mass-Shootings are happening and we are not changing anything
A few brave souls lead a desperate rebellion
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Jon Lipp
Staff Writer
Dear readers, While I hope you all enjoyed your break, I am tasked with greeting you with grave news indeed. Word has reached my ears that the United States has been quietly taken over by a sinister Galactic Empire. But do not panic my friends, for hope remains. You may have noticed a few weeks ago that the United States Press Secretary walked into the daily press conference flanked by two imposing soldiers in gleaming white armor. It is my understanding that these were “Stormtroopers,” the soldiers of this vile regime. This silent nod to their power from our highest authority is a clear indication that the cowardly Obama administration has fallen without a fight. This explains our socalled president’s recent commitment to seizing
the guns of the American people. He is obviously attempting to weaken the populace and ensure easy rule for the new overlords. But in our darkest hour, a spark of hope has ignited. A handful of courageous citizen-soldiers have taken a stand against the impending tyranny. I am sure you have all heard of the armed men occupying the National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon. I believe their recent call for snacks and blankets was in fact a coded message. It is simply absurd to think anyone might attempt to occupy federal property without bothering to bring food. It seems to me these wonderful freedom fighters are inviting us to join their cause. And men such as this clearly love aliens of all kinds, so this is sure to be an interplanetary effort. Readers we must stand against this malicious empire. It is our duty as Americans to challenge unjust abuses of authority, like punishing men for deliberately setting fire to land that isn’t theirs. And never forget, that armed occupations are far more significant for progress than peaceful protests. Sarcastically Yours, Papa Jon
Erik Jonasson II Opinion Editor
I have given up. Every time I try to write an article after a mass shooting, another one happens just a few days later. It is a losing battle. Gun violence is here to stay it seems, and gun violence is going to happen again. Maybe tomorrow, maybe next week. What I have learned over time is that nothing is shocking to me anymore. Sandy Hook didn’t shock me. I am pretty sure that it didn’t surprise you either. Aurora, San Bernardino — it is becoming all too familiar. From January 2015 to Christmas, there have been 353 mass shootings in America. Let that sink in; that is close to one mass shooting a day over that period. The killing doesn’t seem to stop. Nor does the terrible excuses for guns. Every time there is a mass shooting, America plays a game of dancing around the issue. The people who are against guns say their thing; the
people for guns say their thing. Nothing changes. Just stop. We have a serious issue here; let’s make some progressive steps towards figuring it out together. The arguments are ridiculous. “The only person that can stop a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun.” “Shootings happen in gun-free zones.” These are terrible arguments. “The only person that can stop a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun.” This is not encouraged by law enforcement because of the simple problem that they can’t identify the shooter. Also, your random gun owner isn’t trained to the extent that an officer is trained. Simply put, there is a high chance the wrong person gets shot. “But shootings happen in gun-free zones.” Gunfree zones are usually places most people can agree guns do not belong. Guns do not belong in schools, nor do they belong in grocery stores or theaters. Our country is a country of freedom. Freedom from following the law. The laws are not the issue though. This is a classic case of misdirection. States with stricter gun laws are safer. States with looser gun laws are more susceptible to gun violence. The actual numbers are as follows (according to the National Journal): 2.5
gun deaths per 100,000 for the state of Hawaii, and 19.8 per 100,000 for Alaska. Hawaii has many more gun regulations in place including wait times and background checks, whereas Alaska has neither of those. Maybe now we can finally talk about setting stricter gun laws. Maybe now we can actually go around making changes. We can no longer ignore this issue. If we were to outlaw assault rifles, we put those guns on the black market. We take a $1,500 gun
and make it way more expensive. Due to risk, due to rarity, that gun becomes $40,000, maybe more, maybe less. But that becomes the weapon of a rich man, not an everyday man. Let’s make 2016 a safer year; let’s make 2016 a better year. Maybe our national New Year’s resolution will be to have less than 300 mass shootings. Maybe it should be to have intelligent conversations about gunrelated violence. Whatever we do, let’s not repeat our mistakes from 2015.
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Gun violence is here to stay it seems, and gun violence is going to happen again.
The Illuminati Conspiracy is Real Illuminism is a religion that needs to be taken seriously
Matt Frohlich Staff Writer
Of all the issues occupying our political landscape, the Illuminati conspiracy is probably the strangest one. Conspiracy theorists submit that a secret society known as the Illuminati is covertly manipulating people into serving their agenda. The alleged goals of the Illuminati are as numerous as the conspiracy theorists. Some say they are responsible for causing
9/11. While others believe that George Bush senior is a ringleader in a network of satanic pedophiles. Some even believe that our politicians are actually shape-shifting reptilian aliens in disguise. Skeptics are correct that conspiracy theorists make outrageous claims. But there is one basic fact most skeptics fail to realize: Illuminism is a real religion which has had a profound impact on our culture. You cannot have a rational discussion on this topic if you refuse to acknowledge this. When you realize that Illuminism is a real religion, it is shocking to see how influential they are. It also becomes easier to separate the fact from the fiction. Part of the reason why there is so much misinformation about
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Conspiracy theorists make outrageous claims, but skeptics fail to realize: Illuminism is a real religion. Thelema. the Illuminati is because Adherents of these Illuminists are highly religions may claim they secretive. This secrecy can be seen are practicing different religions. This is not in the name of the religion true. These are different itself. I call it Illuminism, denominations of the same however it goes by many religion. different names, some of A unifying characteristic which include: the occult, of these denominations witchcraft, Satanism, is the belief humans are paganism, New Age, divine. Divine beings that esotericism, Gnosticism, should, and will become alchemy, Hermeticism and
Gods. One realizes this divinity by achieving altered states of consciousness using a variety of techniques. One is said to become Illuminated, enlightened or transcendent upon reaching this divine state. Some of these techniques are relatively benign, however many are frowned upon (and even outlawed) by mainstream society. This is a big reason why Illuminists are so secretive. There is more to the religion than this; however, this is it at its most fundamental level. Further adding to the confusion is that the vast majority of Illuminists are deceived into practicing a whitewashed version of Illuminism. Most do not know what they are talking about when they try to
defend their religion. Those who are aware of what the religion actually stands for would be considered “Illuminati,” though they may not identify as such. The fact that people are being deceived in this manner definitely qualifies as a conspiracy. If you do not believe that Illuminism is an influential religion, go into Barnes and Noble on 42nd street. Their religion section has half an aisle dedicated to it. Clearly there are practicing Illuminists in the FargoMoorhead area. I realize that I cannot fully examine Illuminism in one article, but understand that it is a real religion that needs to be taken seriously. I find it disturbing how much this supposedly nonexistent religion is influencing society.
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New Year, Same Me Kelsey Dirks Features Editor
New Year’s Day rings in a fresh calendar, hellish hangovers and often unattainable resolutions. While the calendar and hangovers still exist, I’ve found the number of this year’s resolutions dwindles. Is the New Year’s resolution a dying futile tradition?
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(Left) “People make fun of them. They have become so cliché.” - Zach Bartsch, freshman (Right) “The gyms are crowded for the first month and then they die down.” - Jesse Saxberg, freshman
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(Left) “I haven’t really thought about it yet. Last year I wanted to eat healthy but it only lasted two weeks. It gets to be too expensive.” - Brooke Feltman, junior
(Right) “Everyone tries to work out. But after a month or so, school starts to become more of a priority to me.” - Naomi Meier, junior
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A BISON Abroad
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Rio Bergh
Contributing Writer
After four months in England, I am now back in Fargo. England’s parting gift to me was rain, and North Dakota’s welcome was snow and ice with subzero temperatures. I never thought I would say it, but I’ve missed the cold. Maybe if you give me a few months, I will be able to say the same thing about England’s rain. Comments about the weather aside, my time abroad has been one of the highest points of my (admittedly not particularly
long or eventful) life. I met people I never would have met, made friends I never would have known, saw places I had only dreamed about seeing and even learned to cook more than whatever I could scorch in a microwave. It truly is an astounding experience to pick up — move halfway around the world and live there for four months. To anyone who thinks they might like to go: do it. Your world will open up. And you may never have an opportunity like this again. To say that studying abroad has completely changed my life would be a bit dishonest. Instead, it feels like peeling off
Reflections that piece of film that you didn’t realize was covering your screen when you bought it. Everything is just a little bit brighter, a little bit more in focus and shiny. When you study abroad, it seems to me that perhaps more than what you learn in class, you learn about yourself. When you are pulled away from everything and everyone you’ve known for your entire life, it seems like you get closer to what is essential, to what is important to you and to who you are. Just a few short days ago, I left a country I had never been to before, and yet it felt a little like leaving home. I left behind
Fargo Fashion Keyona Elkins
Contributing Writer
Fashion is used to observe the zeitgeist of a year. Last year’s defining trends included blanket scarves, lace-up tops, A-line button through skirts, joggers and Birkenstocks. This year, we’re likely to see the rise of midi skirts, exposed shoulders and dramatic ruffles but only time will tell. Regardless of whether you like to jump on the New Year’s trend train or just keep an eye on what’s hot, here are a few fashion and beauty trends that will likely take 2016.
Opal Hair
In 2015, trendsetter Kylie Jenner changed her hair color just about every time E! ran a “Keeping up with the Kardashians” rerun. She kept us guessing with crazy colors from light blue to dusty pink to bold green. Modeling’s newest “It Girl” Irene Kim also made a name for herself last year with her rainbow-dipped tips. In 2016, the technicolor hair trend will continue, but the standout look will be opal dyed locks. Opal hair popped up this fall as a lighter, more subtle version of rainbow hair that resembles the iridescent colors of the opal stone. It is a less dramatic option than dying all your hair one bright color, but the light mixed hues are infinitely more interesting.
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friends I had never known, familiar sights that I had never seen, the smell of a room that was at first different but then normal. It was bittersweet to come home, but leave a place and people I had slowly grown close to. It is sad to think of the moments I will miss in the lives of others, and the places I will not see and the people I may not see again. But I am grateful for the time I had, and I regret nothing. Rio Bergh was an NDSU student studying abroad in Europe. In his “A Bison Abroad” column, Rio gave his first-hand account of what it is like living in Europe as a student from Fargo.
Trends to Watch in 2016
Speaking of color, 2016 fashion is also seeing a shift on the color spectrum. While 2015 was all about the deep, rich maroon Pantone called Marsala, the color forecasting company switched gears when naming the 2016 Color of the Year. For the first time ever, Pantone let two colors share the crown: Rose Quartz and Serenity. In layman’s terms, the colors are pastel pink and blue. They are meant to blend together seamlessly and evoke calm and peace. Pastels and dusty, demure tones like blush pink, mint and baby blue will be big this spring, giving you the excuse you need to dress exactly like the Chanels from Scream Queens.
Lingerie Dressing
We saw slip dresses come into fashion in 2015, but intimates-inspired pieces will take over this year. Wearing undergarments as clothing isn’t an entirely new concept (remember when Selena Gomez wore satin pajamas out and about in Paris in September?), but the trend is about to hit full force. Designer brands like Givenchy, Balenciaga and Miu Miu all showed lingerie inspired looks with lace edging, flowing satin and sheer fabrics on the Spring 2016 runways. In the real world, girls will mix the trend with the ‘90s style they’ve been developing over the past year. Expect to see slips layered over T-shirts and loosely structured dresses as well as visible lacy bralettes Opal hair is the new rainbow hair. under relaxed sheer pieces.
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Givenchy’s Spring 2016 line epitomizes the lingerie trend. Pastels are the color family of the year.
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Triumphant Return to Legendary Space Franchise
“The Force Awakens” review (spoiler free)
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Casey McCarty Co-News Editor
Finally, the Star Wars cinematic universe has been thawed from carbonite and is roaming around in the public once again. “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” brings forth a new sequel and a new hope to Star Wars fans all across the galaxy. This review will contain absolutely no spoilers, because The Force Awakens is a film that should be watched having no idea what to possibly expect next. Spearheaded by director, co-producer and co-writer J.J. Abrams, “The Force Awakens” gives a much needed shot at redemption after the publicly disliked prequel trilogy of a decade ago. A fan of Star Wars since age 11, Abrams
brings a new voice of a lifelong fan to the table to return the decade-long Star Wars franchise hiatus in a new light. Also joining the writing team for Star Wars VII is Lawrence Kasdan, who wrote the screenplay for “Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back” and “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.” Nobody has wrote the parts of Luke, Han, Leia, Chewbacca, R2-D2 or C-3PO like Kasdan has, and Kasdan has continued his cinematic beauty of work with these characters and others in “The Force Awakens.” Kasdan and Abrams created a definitive nostalgic feeling surrounding the new film, one that will make movie-goers feel like an awe-struck kid in a candy store. From the opening title scroll to the final credits, joyful action, constant suspense, an exhilarating cast and masterful special
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effects are heavily laden. Intriguing characters and detailed sets also help create the Star Wars feel that fans everywhere know and love. As opposed to the likes of the can’tkeep-up-with-today’s-technology digital CGI in the prequel trilogy, “The Force Awakens” incorporates CGI when needed, like the creation of lightsaber blades or in spaceship fights. However, the main focus of visual effects looks at the roots of Star Wars, practical effects. Real life sets, explosions and props make the movie seem more realistic. Practical effects will hold up through decades to come and allow fans down the line to admire without bother. Star Wars ultimately feels like Star Wars again, by adding new technology, faces and ideas and incorporating them with the styles, emotions and story that are over a
quarter century old. Skeptics may think this is just another film so Disney can make a profit, but instead this movie adds on to a wonderful story to make it even better. “The Force Awakens” brings back the iconic characters Han Solo (Harrison Ford), Chewbacca (Peter Mayhew), Leia Organa (Carrie Fisher), Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), R2-D2 (Kenny Baker), and C-3PO (Anthony Daniels), as well as adding on a next generation of Star Wars legends like Rey (Daisy Ridley), Finn (John Boyega), Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), Poe Dameron (Oscar Isaac), Supreme Leader Snoke (Andy Serkis), Captain Phasma (Gwendoline Christie), General Hux (Dohmnall Gleeson) and Maz Kanata (Lupita Nyong’o). The movie is now open in theaters everywhere. May the force be with you.
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This One is for ‘The Birds’
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Fargo Theatre finishes classic movie series with Alfred Hitchcock classic
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Paige Johnson
Contributing Writer
showing, don’t worry: the Fargo Theatre’s Classic Film Series will most likely return next year with a whole bout of films waiting for you to rediscover.
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There is no better way to finish up the Fargo Theatre’s Classic Film Series than with movie legend Alfred Hitchcock and his work “The Birds”, showing Thursday, January 14th at the Fargo Theatre. Featuring Tippi Hedren as the lead, the movie follows Hendren’s San Francisco socialite Melanie Daniels in her strange story involving a boy, birds, and what can only be described as Hitchcock-level terror. After Daniels purchases a pair of lovebirds as a romantic gesture and follows a potential boyfriend to his sleepy North Californian town, the townspeople and Melanie become the victims of uncharacteristic bird attacks.
As the number of bird attacks grow higher, mass hysteria begins to build in the town. Many try to refute the attacks as strange phenomena and many others arm themselves against the birds to no avail. In true Hitchcock fashion, this thriller is sure to keep you on your toes. Throughout 2015 and now into the early part of 2016, the Fargo Theatre has featured many vintage films including “Singin’ in the Rain”, “Blazing Saddles”, and “The French Connection”. The theatre has also featured holiday themed films throughout the season, including “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” in October and “It’s a Wonderful Life” this past Christmas. While Fargo has grown increasingly modern in the past couple of years, the Classic Film Series has kept the entertainment, humor, and suspense of classic movies a staple in the community. If you can’t make it to this upcoming
Upcoming releases boast action, comedy, intrigue PREVIEW
Andrew Fugleberg Contributing Writer
In the dead of winter and in the middle of a polar vortex, many will avoid contact with the outside. To bypass the dread of the cold weather and ensuing boredom, take solace in the warmth and comfort of a movie theater.
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“Ride Along 2”
Kevin Hart and Ice Cube return in this second installment of the “Ride Along” series coming out Friday, January 15th. This heavily anticipated sequel follows the first movie, which saw Ben (Hart), a high school security guard go on a ride along with his girlfriend’s brother, James (Ice Cube). Heavy action ensued while the comedic duo defeated a Serbian smuggler’s boss. “Ride Along 2” will follow Ben as he prepares to marry James’ sister and stop a drug supplier from dealing in Atlanta. The first movie was full of action and comedy at every turn and the sequel is sure not to disappoint.
“Norm of the North”
Also being widely released on January 15th, “Norm of the North” and animated film follows a softhearted polar bear named Norm trying to save his icy homeland. In this fun family comedy, corporate companies are trying to add apartments and malls to the Artic, much to the chagrin of Norm and the adorable animals living with him. Norm eventually travels to the concrete jungle of New York City to intervene and stop the evil companies from taking away his home.
“13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi”
This movie, releasing January 15th, details the events of the 2012 attack in Benghazi, Libya. This flick focuses on the events leading up to the Battle of Benghazi, along with the aftermath. Based on a true story, “13 Hours” follows six elite ex-military operators fighting to protect American soil amongst the turmoil surrounding the embassy. When an American ambassador is killed by Islamic militants, six men do what they must to defend themselves and the country they love. Combining guns, explosions, and the direction of Michael Bay, this movie is sure to excite any action fan.
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Editor’s Choice: Indoor Entertainment out of the Cold Jack Hastings A&E Editor
Just because the harsh, blistering cold seems to be forcing you to stay inside does not mean you have to be bored as well. The Fargo area offers a variety of events that allow you to find solace in indoor heating while not compromising your right to be entertained.
The Tell
The irreverent and hilarious story telling event The Tell is back to start the year off with a bang.
The event in itself is a competition of the greater story. A survival of the fittest of which contestant has the most superior and hilarious tale to tell. The next installment of The Tell takes place today, January 14. The theme for the night is “No. Sleep. ‘Til…” Tellers are chosen from the audience and are prompted to tell a tale that is relevant to the night’s topic. The event takes place at Drekker Brew Co. at 603 1st Ave N Fargo. Tickets are $10 at the door and the telling starts at 7:30 p.m.
Coffee and Cocoa Crawl
Today from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. is the first
annual Coffee and Cocoa Crawl hosted by Downtown Fargo. The event serves to promote the excellent hot drinks and shopping that the downtown area has to offer. One can enjoy the midwestern winter with a warm mug in hand. The crawl begins at Sandy’s Doughnuts. From there, participants can purchase a wristband for $10 to be eligible for food samples at participating stores and door prizes. A map of the crawl locations will be provided.
MU Live Casino Night
For fun and entertainment closer to campus, the Memorial Union has plenty to offer. In the MU Great Plains Ballroom, NDSU Campus Attractions and the Residence Hall Association are hosting a casino night Friday, January 15. Boasting the typical casino games such as roulette and black jack, you can be the millionaire you always fantasized being. No money is needed for this event, as the casino night will be using their own “fun money” as currency. Along with the casino night festivities there will also be an oxygen bar available.
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Bison Take New Year Lumps Back-to-back losses for the Bison for the first time since 2013
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Taylor Kurth Staff Writer
The North Dakota State men’s basketball team saw its 31 game home winning streak snapped to University of Nebraska-Omaha. The Bison had not experienced hardship on home floor in 780 days. It was Nov. 18, 2013 when they fell by one point to Southern Mississippi by a point. The winning streak was the nation’s sixth
longest active record. UNO beat NDSU behind senior guard Devin Patterson’s explosion. Patterson erupted for 32 points on only 14 shots. Coming into the game, he was averaging 17.7 points per game and outdid himself, topping 30 points for only the second time in his career. The Bison were thoroughly outplayed as they watched UNO build a 20-point first half lead and did not see the score fall to single digits until there was only 44 seconds
left in the game. Sophomore guard Paul Miller led the Bison with 24 points. AJ Jacobson followed with 13, Khy Kabellis tallied 11 and Kory Brown and Carlin Dupree chipped in 10 apiece. NDSU have been one of the best teams in the nation this year at taking care of the ball, averaging less than 10 turnovers a game which placed them among the top five. However, they turned the ball over 15 times in the loss. One positive for the Bison is that they shot
16-of-18 at the free throw line; they have only shot 68 percent for the year. The loses continued on Saturday, when the Bison lost a close one to Oral Roberts University by the score of 66-65. In a game where they led 32-30 at halftime, the second half was not so bright. NDSU watched the Golden Eagles key a 10-0 run behind seven points from its leading scorer Obi Emegano. Emegano finished with 13 points tied for the Golden Eagles lead with Albert Owens.
NDSU fought back to try to overcome the 10-point deficit but could never get closer than one point. Dexter Werner had himself a game as he put up his second double-double of the year on a season high 19 points and 10 rebounds. Werner missed an 18-foot jump shot at the buzzer that would have won the game for the Bison. Jacobson again pitched in 13 points, Miller scored 11 and Brown did a bit of everything posting a six-point, sevenrebound, four-assist, onesteal and one-block stat line.
This season is the first time the Bison have lost consecutive games in Summit League play in three years.
Again, the Bison were excellent at the free throw line going 10-of-12. The team shot only 5-of-18 from behind the arc. This was the first time that the Bison have lost consecutive games in Summit League play in three years, when they dropped two straight in January of 2013. NDSU will play in its annual match up against bitter rival South Dakota State in the friendly confines of Scheel’s Arena on Saturday.
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Women’s Basketball
NDSU’s women’s basketball started off its break with a trip to the Wichita State Shocker Winter Classic, where the team played two games
on Dec. 18 and 19, against North Carolina A&T and Prairie View A&M. NDSU finished with a 72-64 loss against NC A&T and a 79-58 win against PV A&M, which broke a sevengame losing streak. Senior guard Marena Whittle scored her 1,000th career point during the tournament.
After a victorious pit stop in Newark on Dec. 22, the Bison were again able to find a win, beating Cal State Fullerton at home on Dec. 28. The wins stopped after the New Year, however, and NDSU now finds itself sliding down a four-game losing streak.
Wrestling
NDSU wrestling kicked off the winter break with a ninth place finish in the Reno Tournament of Champions in its second ever appearance; the Bison were able to find success both individually and as a team. At 125 pounds, junior Josh Rodriguez went 6-1 in his seven matches, giving
him a third place finish in the Reno Tournament. Rodriguez did well later at the Midlands Championships, held on Dec. 29 and 30. He advanced to the semifinals and ended up placing fourth. Also finding success in this tournament was
Hayden Zillmer, who fought his way out of the consolation bracket to place third. NDSU finished in 16th place. Finally, to close out the winter break, Zillmer (who is 21-3 on the season at 184 pounds) was awarded the Big 12 Wrestler of the Week for the week of Jan. 4.