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The numbers for faculty departures and rehires. As well as a breakdown by college. is not a coincidence. Fargo has also seen openings of major offices such as Microsoft, John Deere and Sanford all opening around our research Erik Jonasson II university. Innovation wants to be by Opinion Editor Recent budget cuts have put many research universities. universities in the Midwest in a state of Budget cuts have rocked the region crisis. The decisions that we make here in as research universities with smaller Fargo, North Dakota will impact the state, endowments and no growth patterns are cast the country and the United States ability to in to a shadow of doubt. be a technological super power in the future. According to Dan Reed, the vice president North Dakota experienced a budget for research and economic development at shortfall after the drop in the price of the University of Iowa, in an article by The crude oil. This meant budget cuts for North Atlantic, Dakota State University, who over the past “The good ones will remain competitive. few years has seen a cut between 13 and 14 The rest may decline. We spent 150-plus percent throughout the colleges. years building a public higher education Driving my Honda Civic across the system that was the envy of the world. And frozen tundra that is North Dakota on an we could in a decade do so much damage early November day it is obvious that this that it could take us 30 years to recover.” state offers more acreage for soybean fields The question every student at NDSU and than high profile jobs. North Dakota does every resident in Fargo should be asking offer NDSU however, this in turn makes right now, is whether NDSU has survived Fargo the hub for knowledge that it is. the budget cuts, and whether we could NDSU’s roots in research and innovation sustain further cuts. Because NDSU is as offer growth potential in Fargo who has important to Fargo as hotdish is on a cold seen a boom in population over the past ten December morning. years, going from 92,872 in 2007 to 120,767 The undergraduate students who in 2016. This population growth came with NDSU increasing its own enrollment research Sara Gibbs Schnucker is a junior here at numbers from 12,527 in the fall of 2007 to 14,432 for fall of 2017. This growth pattern NDSU majoring in geology. A student that
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is involved with two research opportunities, through education… You do the homework Schnucker made it clear she wanted a you need to get the grade you need to particular title. graduate, to go where you want to… but “You can just call me Sara,” Schnucker doing research kind of throws a giant is an upbeat student who seems to know monkey wrench in the middle of all of that.” everyone. She also knows more about This is something that is vital to education ancient lakebeds than I could ever hope to. according to Schnucker. She notes that her Schnucker is involved with Chronoquest, research has led her to better questions in a student-centered research opportunity and class. she also assists a professor in research as “I take a more active role in my education well. rather than passively getting the grade I need Schnucker and I met for coffee to discuss to.” her research here at NDSU. Schnucker So, does research affect education? informed me that I, including the entirety “I think it is really important for a of NDSU was lying at the bottom of an university to be creating and churning out ancient lake. Her and a group of students students that are actually passionate about drove out about 50 minutes to collect dirt for what they are learning.” examination. Since the school year of 2014 though “You can’t call dirt, dirt… soil scientists NDSU has had 186 full-time faculty will get mad at you, it is soil.” members leave. NDSU is in the middle of Okay Sara, soil. a generational shift of faculty. According The passion she showed for the geology to the numbers, the amount of rehires in of an ancient lake was a lot considering she the past four years is 215 with voluntary had driven from Duluth at five in the morning resignation rates rising since 2014. to make the interview. She also confirmed to To the common eye it would be easy to me that she had no coffee in her system. ask if the new staff is as qualified as whom Between all of the talk of clams and they are replacing. How are we attracting the ancient lakes we must ask, how is this best faculty possible? How do we seek to research relevant though? Why should we keep the faculty who are leading innovation? care? How does research affect education? “I feel like students get really locked into a certain way of going BUDGET CUTS CONTINUED | PAGE 8
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Provost Ingram and Vice President of Finance and Administration, Bruce Bollinger, talk about the regional budget crisis facing Midwestern universities.
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Midwestern universities have seen a decline in budget and some of their best faculty according to an article published in The Atlantic by Jon Marcus. The article brought up issues like the decline of funding because it’s failing to keep up with inflation and the Trump administration wants to slash the National Science Foundation (NSF) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) by billions more. While this cut will have a national effect, public universities will take the biggest hit, especially those in the Midwest. Unfortunately, Midwestern universities also historically produce the most important
research. This can pose a problem as research universities in this region can often fuel and diversify the local and state economy and, according to North Dakota State Provost Beth Ingram, these universities have been backbones of these communities for years. The cuts that have been and may still be made to these universities mean no pensions and no tenure for some staff members, which can drive some of the best staff from these public universities to ones that better fit their wants and needs. Professors that would otherwise be teaching at Midwestern research universities, would look for greener pastures. While this wont pose much of a threat to the major and more developed universities with the best reputations that will be able to
weather the storm, those that don’t rank as highly risk going under. Some of them already have. These universities with lower reputations may see a decrease in funding, enrollment and research produced. This impact will not only reach the universities and their students, but the local, statewide and potentially national and global environment as well. The history of these universities reaches back to the Morrill Act, which aimed toward helping these universities become the best in the world. Now, we are watching the downfall of the same universities. While this downfall would happen over the next 10 years, the repair from the damage would take 30 years. While the decline was present before the Trump administration was in charge, that administration
does make it worse as it’s looking to further cut the budget for higher education. The cut put forth by the Trump administration takes up a small section of the proposed tax bill, Ingram said. As for NDSU, this past graduation year saw a 3 percent increase in graduation rates, and enrollment for this academic year has also gone up. This provides structural support to NDSU. However, NDSU has faced budget cuts of its own, but instead of across the board budget cuts, NDSU got strategic. Departments were told to get rid of the things they decided they could do without. “Nothing is expendable,” Ingram said. So the decision was left up to departments. This strategic approach aimed to preserve the academic integrity
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of NDSU. As a result of the 17 percent budget cut, NDSU created the Voluntary Separation Incentive Program (VSIP). This program looked at age and years of service of its applicants and allowed for early retirement after applications were peer reviewed. Bruce Bollinger, vice president of Finance and Administration, noted NDSU has been fortunate as the North Dakota legislature has never tried to severely cut funding for higher education and a change to the budget warrants working through it because it will shift as time goes on, and to not get stuck. While budget cuts for Midwestern colleges threaten the integrity of education and the regional economy, Ingram does not believe that NDSU is threatened.
Pornography and Human Trafficking Representative of National Center on Sexual Exploitation speaks Daniel Ukkelberg Staff Writer
The Just Jesus. Adventist Campus Ministries featured a speaker on the link between pornography and human sex trafficking at the McGovern Event Center Nov. 16. Haley Halverson, vice president of Advocacy and Outreach for the National Center on Sexual Exploitation in Washington D.C., offered students and community members a new perspective on the subject. “I’m not talking about this as a moral perspective,” Halverson said. “I am talking about this from a public health perspective. The same way that we have to talk about smoking.” According to federal law, sex trafficking is the recruitment, harboring, transportation, provisioning, patronizing or obtaining of a person for the purpose of a commercial sex act through force, fraud and cohesion. Adding that under federal law, any person that is engaged in selling sex who is under the age of 18 is, by definition, also a sex trafficking victim. “Even in states like North Dakota, sex trafficking is a huge problem,” Halverson said. She has previously spoken with many people who have presented the issue that the oil boom drove up rates of sex trafficking in the part of the state. Halverson said there are websites such as Backpage — a classified advertising website that has been accused of being used for prostitution and human trafficking— where people go to easily buy and sell other human beings for sex. She visited the site recently and found that there were people being bought and sold in the Fargo-Moorhead area this week. “Everyone understands that sex trafficking is bad. It is
obviously harmful. It is obviously a crime. But how are sex trafficking and pornography linked?” Halverson asked. “Pornography increases the demand for sex trafficking. Pornography is often used to train victims of sex trafficking, that victims are made to produce pornography and that there is even trafficking in the pornography industry.” Halverson said pornography does not only have negative effects on the individuals that are being trafficked, but that it takes a toll on the mental health of the individuals watching it and makes them think that some of the acts performed is normal. She then quoted the feminist researcher Dr. Gail Dines. “We are in the midst of a massive social experiment, one that is reshaping the lives of young people all over the globe. Never before have children and youth had complete access to hardcore pornography that is based on degradation, defacement and humiliation of women,” Halverson quoted. Halverson also said there are many studies that show how consistently watching pornography physically shrinks portions of the brain and that as youth are experimenting on the internet, they expect to see a nude image but what they find is more extreme material. As the dopamine decreases with the more benign pornography, the youth become addicted and graduate to the more extreme content and can eventually have desires to act them out on real people. Elizabeth Smart, a survivor of sex trafficking was quoted saying, “I can’t say that he would not have gone out and kidnapped me had he not looked at pornography. All I know is that pornography made my living hell worse.” Smart explained that her abuser would watch pornography and then act out what he had just watched on her, a young girl at the time.
“While not everyone who watches pornography will act out in this way, everyone who watches pornography knows how to act out in this way,” Halverson said. “They know how to better abuse or exploit someone else through watching that material. Pornography culture is feeding rape culture.” Halverson stated she believes pornography lies to its users. She said it shows women as tools to be used and shows all men to be predators that could never be capable of holding back from assaulting another person due to their sexual urges. Both of which — she made clear — are false statements. She stated for this reason, young men in particular should be upset that the pornography industry is presenting this type of material into young boy’s minds because “it is a complete lie about the sexual integrity of any person.” Halverson said that some of the sex victims that are involved with pornography are forced and intimidated to sign contacts outlining what they are comfortable with. This way if the victim ever speaks out, they have documented consent. She reminded the crowd that forced pornography is a form of sex trafficking. “There are also issues like live webcam videos or sometimes rape cams from countries like Cambodia, but also increasingly within America itself,” Halverson said. “When there is pay-per-view, people will send in requests while they watch the rape of a sex trafficking victim online.” Halverson said that if you would like to combat sex trafficking, you could talk to your legislation to amend a law that makes it difficult to stop websites that are used for sex trafficking or you can visit EndSexualExploitation.org for further information.
Science Café Gives Community Free Lectures Professor describes game theory using the prisoner’s dilemma Samuel Caspers Co-News Editor
Indranil SenGupta, assistant professor in the department of mathematics, explained the concepts of game theory, the prisoner’s dilemma and the Nash equilibrium to a crowd of about 20 Tuesday in Stoker’s Basement as part of the monthly Science Café event. Game theory, SenGupta
said, is the “study of strategic interdependence.” The basic concept is that two people or groups of people make decisions and those decisions determine the outcome for both parties involved. A classic example of game theory is the prisoner’s dilemma. In this example, SenGupta explained, two people are arrested for trespassing and were planning on breaking into a store.
There is not enough evidence to convict them of anything other than trespassing, but law enforcement wants to convict them for attempted theft. During the interrogation, the two people, or prisoners, are separated and are offered freedom for cooperation. If they both stay silent, then they will both spend one month in jail. If they both speak, they will both spend eight months in jail.
If one speaks and the other stays silent, then the speaker spends no time in jail and the other spends one year behind bars. By determining the “most natural outcome,” SenGupta said, it is apparent that the best move for the prisoner is to confess because it yields the least amount of jail time for the individual. SenGupta provided real world applications of game theory, all centered on international relations.
For instance, SenGupta created hypothetical situations for two countries that involved going to war and striking first or defending, an arms race where the countries either chose to develop new weapons and the potential to tax international trade. The next Science Café will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5 in the same location. Wenting Wang, Rhonda Magel and Ronald Degges will describe the
process of creating statistical models to predict point spread, and thus the victors, in women’s volleyball and basketball games. North Dakota State’s College of Science and Mathematics hosts Science Café. The event is free, and everyone is welcome. Because the event is held in a bar, a parent or guardian must accompany anyone under the age of 21.
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Vehicle break-ins Wednesday morning, West Fargo residents saw a rash of car break-ins within 24 hours of each other. “Ten West Fargo residents are reporting that their vehicles were broken into overnight, and that number is continuing to grow,” Valley News reported. Several of the cars were unlocked, but the cars that were broken into during broad daylight were locked. Officials are warning residents to lock vehicles and to keep valuables out of the vehicle. “It is still unknown if the two separate incidents are
connected. Police say they don’t have any leads yet on a possible suspect but are continuing to investigate,” Valley News reported. The break-ins happened south of 32nd Avenue West overnight and at Aurora Elementary School during the day. Holiday Showcase The Fargo Holiday Showcase returned to Fargo this past weekend. The showcase began Friday, Nov. 17, and ran through Sunday, Nov. 19, at the Scheels Arena. “Over 120 local vendors from all over North Dakota will be there selling unique items ranging from gourmet food and wine to art and pet items,” WDAY reported. Guests who brought a reusable cloth bag received a discount in admission.
North Dakota lawmakers examine sexual harassment policy North Dakota lawmakers will be reviewing their policy on prohibiting sexual harassment next month. “The Legislature’s policy includes two paragraphs on sexual harassment, which it says will not be tolerated in any manner. The policy’s definition of sexual harassment includes verbal abuse and physical touching of a sexual nature as well as any threat that somebody’s job will affected by rejecting a sexual advance,” the Forum reported. The policy doesn’t say anything on the process of reporting sexual harassment. Some lawmakers have called for the creation of an ethics commission.
Seven deer test positive for CWD Seven wild deer harvested in southeastern Minnesota’s disease management zone show preliminary testes for chronic wasting disease (CWD). “Hunters harvested three of the seven suspect deer near Preston, where 11 other deer tested positive during last year’s CWD surveillance efforts. Three others were harvested in Forestville-Mystery Cave State Park,” Twin Cities Pioneer Press reported. Results from deer in the surrounding the disease management zone are not yet available and need to be analyzed for the full extent of the brain disease. The preliminary tests showed the deer are
presumptive positive and a final test will be completed to confirm the animal is infected with CWD. There is mandatory testing for all adult deer harvested from southeast Minnesota through the next season. There have been no reported cases of CWD infection in people but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises to not eat meat from animals infected with CWD. 3D printing human body parts A Swedish firm, Cellink, is using 3D printers to print human ears and noses. “The pattern begins to rise and swell, and a nose, constructed using a bioink containing real human cells, grows upwards from the glass, glowing brightly
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under an ultraviolet light,” BBC News reported. The firm is focused on growing cartilage and skin cells that are suitable for testing drugs and cosmetics, but they believe in 20 years that they could produce organs to be transplanted. Cellink was founded last year in Gothenburg, Sweden and is a world leader in bioprinting. The bio-ink is made from cellulose from Swedish forests and from alginate formed from seaweed in the Norwegian Sea. Cellink has 30 employees and has opened three offices in the U.S. and is headquartered in Sweden. The bio-inks cost from $9 to $299 and the company’s printers $10,000 to $39,000.
Alternatives to Flood Management North Dakota-Minnesota task force visits alternatives for FM flood diversion Quinn Garrick Staff Writer
Alternatives to the FargoMoorhead flood diversion are being considered, as the $2.2 billion project was rejected by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) regulators last year. Five alternatives are being considered, including putting ring dikes around the F-M area. A meeting between technical experts and regulators in Cass County on Tuesday, Nov. 14, resulted in an agreement to look into viable alternatives to the diversion and take another look at the ring dikes. However, supporters of the diversion consider the diking of a large area, such as F-M, is an unfeasible course of action. Governors Doug Burgum (ND) and Mark Dayton (MN) created a task force this past October,
with 16 appointed members, to “develop design principles and concept-level engineering solutions to achieve balanced flood risk management for the F-M region, including up- and downstream communities and properties.” The governors are co-chairing the task force. A technical team appointed to advise the task force and figure out what type of flood protection will satisfy regulators is made up of six engineers and planners, including Kent Lokkesmoe, an administrator with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. In comments to the Forum, Lokkesmoe stated, “What we want to do is end up with some alternatives for the task force to consider. You can have a no-dam alternative. The advantage of that is you don’t need a Minnesota state permit.” The task force was created following a lawsuit
brought against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the F-M Diversion Authority by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources because of their decision to not issue a permit for the proposed dam. The F-M Diversion Authority claims the dam is necessary to prevent excess water from flowing downstream into communities as a result of the diversion. The Minnesota DNR claims it doesn’t effectively manage the floodplain upstream, citing in their decision not to issue the permit, “The concerns of affected upstream communities have not been addressed.” The issue of the permit was the cause for the suspension of the diversion project, in which the Minnesota DNR rejected the permit for the F-M Diversion Authority, citing concerns regarding public safety and welfare, land use and water management,
management of the floodplain, mitigation and monitoring management. Some proposed alternatives consider different variations of the diversion idea, including moving the channel or dam elements and adding in new features. Some of the features suggested include storage areas distributed around the Red River Valley to store excess floodwater. Opponents of the diversion project suggested alternatives to diversions and damming, particularly a plan that involves levees only. However, both the Minnesota DNR and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have rejected the idea of levees, stating that levees cannot provide for the protection necessary in the area. Of the alternatives being considered, all are meant to reduce the impact on upstream communities, for the sake of Minnesota
approval. Some of the alternatives being considered are:
from the dam, in the form of a ring dike.
The diversion project will be built as proposed, however, with more water flowing down the Red River, increasing the elevation of the river by two to four feet. This plan would decrease the amount of freeboard, the space between the water surface and the top of the dike, needed to prevent unexpected changes in water level. The technical team claims that the task force would have to consider building higher levees and dikes and the costs associated, to make the alternative feasible.
The diversion project would be built as designed while allowing more floodwater to flow upstream on other rivers. The concern with this alternative is that it could lead to greater flooding north of Fargo.
More flow through town
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The diversion project would be built as designed with a water storage area between Horace and Interstate 29. This area would take in excess water
More flow on Sheyenne and Maple Rivers
Move the dam north by 1.5 miles The Minnesota DNR considered an option of a dam further upstream, which would result in less flooding in upstream communities, but offer less protection for the Red River Basin.
Move the dam north where wild rice and Red Rivers meet
This alternative would move the dam closer to Fargo, and offer less protection.
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Two NDSU students have come together to make an organization, Black Collegiate Women (BCW), for women of color to feel welcome and to talk about the experiences of being a minority. Zainab Ahmed is a senior majoring in human development and family science with a minor in women and gender studies. Edwina Opara is a junior majoring in psychology and is also the Vice President of Black Student Association (BSA). “Black Collegiate Women is built for minority students or minority women on campus that feel like they do not have a voice,” Opara said. “We feel like minorities don’t have a voice, don’t have a place at home. There’s many times where people have said there’s not a lot of resources for them here on campus.” “I feel like there was kind of like a discrepancy with women and, aside from that, you also have the color that plays into it as well,” Ahmed shared. “So it’s important to me to have resources for future students as well to give back to them here at NDSU, so just to leave something behind that I didn’t have when I first came here.” Opara brought up the proposal of the organization at the first BSA meeting. During this meeting, more than 15 girls joined. After proposing the idea, she was overwhelmed by women asking about the progress and when it would start. “If so many girls want this on campus — we should be able to create it for them,” Ahmed said. The idea for the organization, Black Collegiate Women, was in the back of both of their minds, but once Opara mentioned it, Ahmed automatically wanted to help create it. “I felt a little bit out of place just because I didn’t feel like I had other people that I could connect with,” Ahmed said. “I felt like the school, although NDSU is a wonderful school, I felt like it kind of lacked diversity and I struggled when I first started out here.” For Opara, her past experiences at NDSU inspired her to create the organization. She began her freshman year in the Reserve Officers’ Training Corp (ROTC), a competitive program, but one that lacks diversity. The fact that she was the only minority and the only African-American student affected her emotionally and mentally, overall giving her a disadvantage. “For me I didn’t feel like me being the only AfricanAmerican student being a problem, but I could see other people the way they reacted to me and — the way they spoke to me,” Opara said. “It was every little thing I did, from my hair to just little tedious things.” “We’re (AfricanAmerican women) told not to express ourselves. When we encounter those issues in society, it’s like: Why do
they have to act like they’re the victim? Why does race matter all the time? Why does slavery still matter? For me, it does matter,” Opara said. Opara explained how in society social issues are walked over and they strive to bring social awareness to people, so they see the importance. “Racism is taught,” Opara said, “Educating people on racism, discrimination, it’s very important for it to diminish from generation to generation. It’s very important for it to go away because if we don’t address things — it’s going to keep popping up in our media.” “We wanted to address issues, such as skin color, colorism, hair texture, selfimage, like how do women of color — how do they view themselves in a society that tells them what’s beautiful and what’s not,” Ahmed shared. “When you look at the magazines, you don’t really see women of color, and that’s not the beauty standard in our country.” Ahmed then brought up Rihanna’s new makeup line, Fenty Beauty, and how it was and still is a huge deal because it provides 40 different shades that women of color do not receive by other brands. Women of color are discriminated against within the makeup industry, so this was a huge step. “Black people are one of the only races that are told to hate themselves,” Opara stated. MIRANDA STAMBLER | THE SPECTRUM A problem that struck Creators of Black Collegiate Women (L to R) Edwina Opara and Zainab Ahmed. Opara was, during the interest meeting for BCW, goes to show the privilege of I am a woman of color, and that discrimination does of color can finally have a on top of that I am a Muslim not make sense on campus home, where they can have a they asked, “How do you men in general.” “So, when you think of American — so he basically because those discriminating sense of friendship and build feel as an African-American that aspect and you put the goes against everything will have to adapt to diversity a network. The organization student on campus?” One international student race over top of it, women of I am. So when you have in the workplace when they is open to anyone because they believe others need to responded she “doesn’t color — do go through way something like that, it makes leave college. more struggles than men,” you a little bit more careful They want to work be educated even if they are even see herself as a woman Ahmed said. She explained of how you live your life. toward not only bringing not women of color. first; she sees herself as an Ahmed explained awareness to these problems, “When two feminists international student on that African-American men go through struggles as how it makes people feel but bringing awareness to come together and want to campus,” Opara shared. well, but she feels as though unsafe because people are women of color. They plan make a change on campus They went on to discuss essentially now able to do what they want. However, she also said while it has “It’s because of what America has made us “I wanted to create something for future students negatively impacted the it has also brought believe: you’re not important, you shouldn’t talk — where they could feel more comfortable and they country, awareness to issues allowing it’s that fear” - Edwina Opara, co-creator of Black didn’t have to go through the same things that I people to now speak out. Opara considers this Collegiate Women went through” – Zainab Ahmed, Co-creator of a wake-up call, saying it “really reminds minorities in Black Collegiate Women America that they’re hated. In the country that we live in, to address many issues of and want to uplift women, we’re just another number; self-image, competition and there’s going to be success,” how women of color are women of color have more we’re not welcome. So for women of color in general, Opara said. me, I really do feel like, it’s along with having cultural The organization is up disadvantaged in two to endure. “We’re (women) not been going on, but more so events and sister circles. and running on MyNDSU, categories: for being a appreciated — not even now. It’s really changing our They explained that they but will begin having official woman and for being a being seen, not even being world and really showing us want a place where women meetings spring 2018. person of color. “Women are not only are appreciated. We give birth to that if we don’t make change we so degraded, not only these people — just feeling now, when will we ever have time for it?” are we taught to forget that less than, “ Opara said. When addressing the Ahmed shared that we’re women and bend our election of President Trump, as a Muslim woman, she back over for men in our both explained how they experiences being recorded society, but it’s also that we are African-American think it affected the country while wearing her scarf or having others shout racial women — we’re taught to negatively. “With Trump, that things at her. be women of color,” Opara represents so much for In regards to racism on explained. campus, Opara said, “You never really know the depth of a situation until it happens “I want to educate young black women that — to you; there’s so many people that are fighting they are beautiful, they are important, they do against the racism – but at have a purpose” - Edwina Opara, co-creator of the end of the day – you never know until it happens Black Collegiate women to you.” At NDSU, they do see diversity, but as something “When you think about me,” Ahmed shared. “Aside you can count on your hand, the history of this country, from being a woman, I am because it is lacking. Opara explained how African-American men were a Muslim American, so just having a president that goes this is a place for learning, able to vote before women in ZAINAB AHMED | PHOTO COURTESY against everything you are a place to learn how to general,” Ahmed said. “That basically — I am a woman, prepare for the world and Black Collegiate Women official meetings start spring 2018.
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Trends for the Winter Season
Essentials for your closet to be stylish and warm in the cold
Ryley Berzinski Contributing Writer
Do you want to add some new pieces to spice up your winter wardrobe? Here are some of the season’s biggest trends that I believe every fashion-forward person should have in their closet. These wardrobe staples will have you feeling trendy and confident this holiday season.
Velvet, velvet, velvet
Nothing screams holiday season better than velvet. You can find it in just about any shade and form. If you are unsure if this trend is for you and you just want to try it out, I would highly recommend checking out Forever 21 or Target for low cost velvet pieces. They have everything from dresses to shoes and accessories in a variety of colors. One of my favorite ways to style this trend is by taking a velvet tank top and putting it over a tight-fitting turtleneck. This is a classy look that will be sure to keep you warm.
Sock booties
Looking for a comfy shoe that you can wear anywhere from class to going out on the weekends? Sock booties are a good choice. These boots usually come up just a little past your ankle and feature a small heel or wedge. They are extremely comfy since they are tight around the ankle. Pairing sock booties with anything from a skirt with tights to leather pants for going out works well. A good place to get sock booties is DSW. They have a wide selection of colors and textures. If you are looking to switch up your usual ankle or tall boots, these are an amazing option.
Chunky, oversized sweaters
An oversized sweater is a must for staying comfy and chic this winter. I find myself wearing one almost every day. If you are going for a comfortable, casual look, style with leggings and a blanket scarf and you’ll feel bundled up all day long. For a preppy look, throw a white button-up shirt
underneath and have the collar sticking out. Also, a good outfit choice is pairing this look with a classic pair of Converse and destructed jeggings. A huge trend this season is bright reds, oranges and pinks, so be bold when picking out a new oversized sweater for your wardrobe. If you feel like you are drowning in your sweater, a great way to add some shape is to wrap a belt around your waist or throw on a vest.
Cheetah print
You may think bold cheetah print is for the more daring trendsetter, but think again. Personally, I like to wear this pattern in a simple way, usually as a sweater paired with black jeans. If you are unsure of this trend, but want to try it out, I suggest getting a cheetah print T-shirt and wearing it under a black zip-up hoodie or denim jacket. Another fun way to wear this pattern is cheetah print booties. These look great with a neutral colored sweater or a black dress for a special occasion. Cheetah print is flattering on everyone and comes in many shades that will add a fun touch to your everyday look.
Faux fur
Faux fur is everywhere this season, and you can get it at surprisingly affordable prices. If you are on the hunt for a great faux fur jacket, my recommendation would be to check out Zara or Forever 21. Both of these stores have faux fur pieces in a large variety of colors and lengths. These jackets are great for special occasions or going out with friends on the weekend. They really help to “top off” your entire look and make it dressy and fun. I love layering a slip dress under a faux fur coat to go for a Carrie Bradshaw, from “Sex and the City,” inspired look. There are other ways to style faux fur if you are not interested in a fur jacket. A lot of stores such as Forever 21, Zara and H&M have been releasing designs that feature faux fur in smaller details, such as just around the cuff of a sleeve or on a front pocket of RYLEY BERZINSKI | THE SPECTRUM a shirt or sweater. Be courageous and give it a try, you will be Faux fur coats are stylish and keep you warm in the winter cold. sure to turn heads wearing this fun trend.
Celebrating Different Cultural Roots Annual Pangea-Cultivate Our Cultures Festival shares diverse backgrounds
Narman Rai’s Nepalese Dancers performed to show their cultural dances.
Janet Tumaini
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Fargo-Moorhead continues to grow, and within the population are many diverse backgrounds. On Nov. 18, the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County hosted its 23rd annual Pangea — Cultivate Our Cultures festival, celebrating the global roots in the F-M community. The festival took place at the Hjemkomst Center located in Moorhead, Minnesota and is held annually in November. The event was free to the public and had delicious global foods, live music, dances, arts and crafts demonstrators, vendors selling imported goods and local goods, educators and community organizers sharing stories of diversity and community in FargoMoorhead. Attendees also had the opportunity to see the largest art exhibition to exist today, “Illuminating the Word: The Saint John’s Bible.” People were able to purchase and enjoy Danish, Southeast Asian, Filipino, Mexican, West African, Haitian, French-Canadian, Iraqi, German, Somalian and Indian Chai. The main stage in Heri-
tage Hall featured performances from the Buffalo River Singers & Dancers, Hung Ngo, Emy Miller, Poco Fuego, Race Hoglund, Ricot Aladin, Selena Rios, the St. John the Divine Choir, Indian, Bhutanese & Nepalese Dancers and stories from Green Card Voices. Pangea was a supercontinent that included all current landmasses, believed to have been in existence before the continents broke apart. The event was like walking into an undivided world of people with different ethnicities, all under one roof. Everyone was connected through their willingness to share and learn about each other’s cultures. I was able to talk with people who have attended the event each year and first-time goers. Subika, a young Nepalese dancer, gave a great performance with her team, showing a variety of Nepalese dance styles. “We are very thankful that they invited us because we really love to show our talents,” Subika said. Narman Rai, the choreographer of the Nepalese dancers, said, “It’s all so overwhelming and such a great opportunity for us. It’s actually my first time here at
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Pangea, and I wasn’t expecting a wide audience and so that really surprised me ... We wish to perform again in the years to come.” Kris Carlson has been the program’s host for the main stage for four years. “It is a much needed and joyful event for the community,” Carlson said “We are always in need of reminding the community of its diverse cultures ... we get a taste and sense of how rich we are. We see all the things that connect us while we celebrate our uniqueness.” Kelly Yang, a fellow NDSU student, was at the event. “It was pretty amazing and is definitely something everyone should go and experience,” Yang said. “If (you) are open to such opportunities, you (get to) learn about new cultures and food while supporting the community. It’s a lot to JANET TUMAINI | THE SPECTRUM take in, but slowly take your time and the experience will There were many different types of food, such as, East African sambusa, West African fried be worth it. My favorite had plantains and French Canadian crepes. events are held in our com- to experience other cultures from different cultures to to be the dance performancmunity. It felt like a small via food, dances and music. explore other cultures and es and, of course, the great world in there. In daily I wish we could have more bring people together from food.” hassles, we often forget that events like these.” around the community. Srijana Lamitare, anthere are people who have It was truly a great opother fellow NDSU student, different practices and per- portunity to get to know the said, “It was a wonderful spectives. We often forget fantastic diversity right in experience ... You know to see how unique each of our community. It’s not only it’s not necessary to travel us are. Such events really about learning about differaround the world to get ingive us great opportunities ent cultures, but for people tercultural exposure, if such
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Editor’s Choice: Give Thanks for Books (and Family) Between the turkey carving and pie cutting, take a bite out of these Thanksgiving break must-reads Paige Johnson A&E Editor
Thanksgiving is a time for many things: remembering our past, reminding ourselves of what we’re thankful for and, of course, family. If we lived in a Norman Rockwell painting, maybe our families would be perfect. Yet, sometimes you just can’t help but roll your eyes at the dinner table. This Thanksgiving, take a break from your real relatives and delve into the lives of families in a variety of literary genres: from magical realism to memoirs, young adult fiction to gothic children’s mystery, I’ve got you covered with these editor’s picks.
‘Miss Jane’ by Brad Watson
At birth, Miss Jane Chisholm’s fate is set for her: an unfortunate birth defect prevents Jane from ever having children, having sex or even interacting with children her own age. However, Jane’s disposition remains cheerful. She spends her days on her
family farm, exploring the neighboring woods and the complicated nature of human emotions. Jane’s tale is one of selfdiscovery as she reconciles to herself that she’ll never be “normal.” “Miss Jane” was longlisted for the National Book Award in 2016, and for good reason — Watson’s intensely personal storytelling is vivid, unapologetic and, overall, engrossing.
‘So Far From God’ by Ana Castillo Set against the backdrop of rural New Mexico, Ana Castillo’s tale of family estrangements, enchantments and woes is an entertaining read for Thanksgiving weekend. “So Far From God” follows the four children of Sofia and the unexplainable lives they lead: her youngest daughter, la Loca’s mysterious resurrection from the dead; Fe’s endless screams post-breakup; Caridad’s clairvoyance; and finally, Esperanza’s disappearance into the Middle Eastern desert. Castillo’s novel pulls from local folklore in the
New Mexico area, but also has important commentary on being a woman, religion and the burden history places on tradition and modern troubles.
‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ by Lemony Snicket
Relive childhood memories through Lemony Snicket’s story of the Baudelaire children. After their parents perish in fire, Violet, Klaus and Sunny Baudelaire are put into the custody of Count Olaf, an evil relative who plans to kill the children for their inheritance. As the children continue to dodge Olaf’s intricate plots for their demise, they discover secrets about secret societies and what really happened to their parents. “A Series of Unfortunate Events” had a revival in popular culture when Netflix released an adaptation last year, but nothing beats the original books. This series of children’s novels is surely to be a quick read over the Thanksgiving holiday, but will probably make you grateful your distant cousin isn’t plotting your death
over dinner.
‘It’s Okay to Laugh (Crying is Cool Too)’ by Nora McInerny Purmort
In 2014, Nora McInerny Purmort lost a baby to miscarriage, her father to cancer and her husband, Aaron, to a brain tumor. Yet, the Minneapolisbased author, columnist, podcaster and speaker didn’t let the tragedies overwhelm the good she experienced. In her memoir, Purmort writes about her and Aaron’s story, with some wit, humor and some sadness, too. But as the title suggests, it’s okay to laugh — and crying is cool, too. Purmort’s story is a great accompaniment to a long car, bus or train ride, and even just resting on a stomach full of turkey.
‘I’ll Give You the Sun’ by Jandy Nelson Twins Jude and Noah used to be close, trading in their imaginations the different features of the Earth. But after their mother’s death, the two separate — Jude becoming a moody, artsy teenager trying to live up to her mother’s
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Ana Castillo’s novel, ‘So Far From God,’ is the story of Sofia and her four strange, unique daughters set in rural New Mexico. expectations and Noah Nelson’s second novel transforming himself to fit is one of my favorites. The the mold of his high school. humor, the pain and the After Jude discovers a issues Nelson writes about secret about her mother’s make this a novel I’m not past, the twins are forced to afraid to recommend again reconnect and relive what and again, for any season, pulled them apart so many time or person. years ago.
‘Flagship:’ Still a Work in Progress UrbanLogicGames’ space-based game was announced five years ago, and is still being worked on albeit cautiously Nathan Wetrosky Staff Writer
“Flagship” is being developed by UrbanLogicGames and has you playing as the commander of a fleet of starships in first person perspective. You read that correctly. Strategy from a first-person perspective as the commander of a fleet. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stand on the bridge of a Star Destroyer issuing orders to your fleet sprawled out before you? Well, “Flagship” has got you covered. When on the bridge, you can issue voice commands and watch as your ships move to their objective. You can also do this manually by going to the command console in the center of the bridge, dragging a box of your ships and clicking on where you want them to fight or move. You can launch fighters and bombers
to perform strikes on critical sub-systems of enemy warships in tandem with the high damage volleys coming from your capital ships. There have been many changes made to “Flagship” over the years, and a few are a little disappointing, but most seem to be for the best. In the latest update from March 27, 2017, it is mentioned that the scope of the game has been drastically reduced. UrbanLogic says that “despite putting a tremendous amount of effort into it,” they are not happy with what the game has not been turning out to be. When they first started developing “Flagship,” space games were not as big of a hit as they are now, and they believe their project would be considered by many as inadequate to other games of a similar genre. Instead of keeping with the original plan (having the game be a grand strategy game that would span an entire galaxy), UrbanLogic has made the game more
linear with a more “linear, mission-based approach.” I was a little disappointed that this was the direction they were headed. I became a bit heartbroken when I heard this, because I was really hoping to manage a galaxy-wide empire. There are some silver linings to these changes, however. First, UrbanLogic has decided to invest more time and money into the ship-toship combat, making it more dynamic and engaging. The second is the most interesting: with the more linear approach to the game, they are going to be able to make a story that won’t be anything too grand because of budgetary concerns, but it will be interesting nonetheless. The real treasure upon release is that there will be a campaign editor that will allow players to create and share their own campaigns and missions with other players. So, UrbanLogic, in their own way, will
be giving us the means to continually have new content to play around with, without the need for DLC. If there is something I could say about UrbanLogicGames and their space baby “Flagship,” it is that they are aware of their capabilities. They could have continued with the original project they had planned on and it would not have been as good as what everyone supporting them would expect it to be. They realized that maybe it is better to do something small well, rather than make a colossal failure. They told us the truth about what was going on in the development process to make sure that their supporters understood what was happening why changes were being made. That is something I hope everyone can appreciate. There is no official release day for this game, but you can always check in on the “Flagship” indie game website for the latest updates and news.
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Black Friday Deals for the Music Lover on Your List Local and online businesses with deals on gear and music too good to pass up Laura Ellen Brandjord Staff Writer
It is hard to believe we about to enter the thick of the holiday season. Between stressing over midterms and bemoaning our lack of sleep, it would appear we just glanced up from our books to find the holidays staring us right in the face. We all know what that means: ‘tis the season for hot cocoa, trimming the tree and, you guessed it, shopping. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are right around the corner, so we all better act fast if we want to finish our strategies for the shopping mayhem soon to ensue. In an effort to help you on your way, here are some Black Friday deals for the music lover on your list, even if that person happens to be yourself.
Schmitt Music
A music store, which is 121 years old this year, Schmitt Music stores are largely distributed in Minnesota. Luckily for us, however, we have the privilege of having one here in Fargo on 13th Avenue SW in the Village Shopping Center. One of the great things about Schmitt Music’s sale is that it is every Friday in November, so if you don’t feel like braving the crowds and crazy drivers on Black Friday itself, you have the Friday after to calmly waltz in and snag the same deals. What do they have on sale? Thirty percent off “Guitar Methods” instruction books, a deal on ChordBuddy (a “Shark Tank” winner for teaching
both young and old how to play the guitar), 40 percent off capos (fret clamps), $10 coupon when you sign up for music lessons of any kind and even 80 percent off Breedlove and Bedell acoustic guitars. Plus, they add new sales every Friday.
Record Store Day — Black Friday
Vinyl sales are at a 25year high this year, and the trend doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. With a revived interest in vintage, retro and all things nostalgic, cassettes are even making a comeback. Know someone who is head over heels for vinyl? Do you have a fever only vinyl record shopping can fix? Then you are in luck this holiday season with the installment of Record Store Day — Black Friday Edition. Due to the wild success of the April Record Store Day, a Fall Black Friday edition was started a few years later. What stores should you hit up? WIKIMEDIA | PHOTO COURTESY Mother’s Music in Moorhead is planning for Mother’s Music in Moorhead and Vinyl Giant in Fargo are great stops when shopping for vinyl this Black Friday. a huge turnout, offering Located just off earlier than Mother’s. Need a new bass or is kind of like Etsy for extra incentives such as Both stores have guitar amp? Perhaps a musicians and music lovers. free coffee and donuts, free University Drive on 13th Amazon is Need some new effects CDs, 45s and cassettes and Avenue, Vinyl Giant is Facebook events created keyboard? a small store with an for them with further offering 30 percent or more pedals? Reverb will have even free incense. On top off deals just for you. Even a selection of vintage and of these free goodies, they impressive collection and information. instrument accessories are new. Microphones, cymbals, have a lengthy list of all the passionate staff. Amazon Comprised of a healthy exclusive Record Store Day Amazon is already taking a 15 percent or more amps, custom guitars, it’s all here. music they have requested mix of cheap and pricey known to have everything price cut. With the ease of home Another added perk? for the big day. Throw in records, there is bound to you have ever needed, storewide sales and an early be something for everyone. plus quite a bit you didn’t. delivery, you can get your Interesting music articles done while galore. In the past, Reverb opening at 9 a.m., and it is On top of that, they repair Prepare yourself to add shopping and sell vintage record watching Hallmark movies has put on a 10 percent off hard to beat. musical instruments and and sipping hot cocoa. coupon, but you will have If you don’t feel like players, speakers and stereo accessories to this list. to wait and find out the day traveling far off University receivers. Just like Mother’s Searching for the perfect Reverb Drive, stop by Vinyl Giant Music, they will have ukulele? Amazon has select All musicians and of. Either way, it is worth for their Record Store Day exclusive Record Store Day brands at 20 percent or more aspiring musicians should checking out. box sets, deals and music. off. deals. know about Reverb. It Plus, they open an hour
Join Squadron 42 and Enter the Human-Vanduul War Crowdfunded game, ‘Squadron 42,’ casts players as a Navy pilot in an intergalactic war
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The Bengal Class Carrier serves as the Navy capital ship in Cloud Imperium Games and Foundry 42’s game, ‘Squadron 42.’
Nathan Wetrosky Staff Writer
“For 200 years, we have battled the Vanduul. We’ve called these attacks raids, skirmishes or incursions. But I am here to tell you, we are at war.” These are the first words spoken by Admiral Bishop in the opening cinematic of the “Star Citizen” single-player campaign, “Squadron 42.” “Squadron 42” is a crowdfunded game, which means ordinary people, like you and I, contributed to the game’s development. By buying game packages, supporters helped Cloud Imperium Games and its European counterpart, Foundry 42, to continue to make huge strides in the development process. In the game, players take on the role of a rookie United Empire of Earth Navy combat pilot in a stunning single-player epic adventure within the backdrop of the “Star Citizen” universe. Combat will be ever-present in this campaign — slicing across the void of space with a ship will blend seamlessly when exiting to perform ground combat operations
with armored suits and firearms. To help make the characters have gripping and realistic emotions, as well as move the story along in a meaningful way, the developers have used donations from backers’ to hire voice actors such as Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker from “Star Wars”) and Gary Oldman (Jim Gordon from “The Dark Knight”) who voices Admiral Bishop. As a Navy man, your character will serve aboard a massive Navy capital ship. The ship in question is the gigantic 1100-meter Bengal Class Carrier. While on that capital ship, you will interact with living, breathing crew members that have lives of their own within the context of Navy men and women. Hopefully there will be a mission where you must stop boarding parties from running amok inside the ship. Watching as a marine detachment and crewmembers help to fight off boarding parties would be so cool. There is no official date for the first missions to be released, but they are being hinted at as either coming out this year or early 2018.
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BUDGET CUTS CONTINUED | FROM THE COVER The inside of Jia’s lab contains many things I could only hope to name.
Faculty, staff and graduate students who lead research
Agriculture is king here in North Dakota. North Dakota arguably has more grain silos than people in particular areas. It is in those vital areas where crops make the money. Ph.D. holder Xinhua Jia, professional engineer and associate professor from the college of agricultural and biosystems engineering, Dongquing Lin a technician and Ali Rashid Niaghi a graduate student, met with me to discuss the research happening in their college. “Our research can be applied around the globe.” Jia told me. She first started field research at NDSU in 2007; currently there are two fields they conduct research at. The fields are located in Fairmount, ND and in Clay County, Minnesota. They told me about crops and their need for water, but also how many problems can be caused by water. Jia told me that the education of research goes hand and hand with graduate and undergraduate students. “We want our students to understand our program and to show their interest and then stay in our program. We don’t want our students to transfer out without knowing what is going on in our program.” Jia told how students in some cases come from farming backgrounds and are able to leave the program and contribute to their farms back home and their communities. This type of research and education will continue for a long time. “I strongly believe this research will go on as long as farmers still do farming.” Jia’s research is currently funded by grants from the United State Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) among others. But research isn’t just about having a passion. It is also about getting the funding needed to continue your work. Something that can be feared when researchers depend on highly competitive grant money. Budget cuts have affected the students, staff and faculty. Lin, a technician within the college, whose salary used to be 100 percent state funded, is now only 75 percent funded. “If I don’t have the funding to support him, then he only gets 75 percent of his salary.” Jia told me this is a direct impact from the budget cuts. This isn’t just his position though, that is throughout the college of agriculture. This would mean that Jia must take 25 percent of her funding away from her research and fund an expense that was not there before. This doesn’t stop with the technicians. The graduate students that dedicate their time to these projects are in danger of cuts as well. Currently the house just passed a tax reform bill that will radically change the landscape for all of the US’s graduate students. The most
notable difference is taxation on tuition waivers. According to the new GOP tax plan graduate students like Niaghi would have to pay taxes on their tuition that is waved. This is a major problem for Niaghi. “The biggest issue we have had is finances.” He told me that not only is his insurance expensive, but student fees and the rising cost of rent have been challenging. Niaghi used to live on campus with his wife, noting he trusted the added security he felt. This is sadly not the case anymore. He has had to move after experiencing
unannounced to meet with Jia. She is originally from the northwest part of China, and her office contains a large bookshelf stuffed with books. She told me that when she came to the US she was attracted by irrigation systems and found a passion for water management. She obtained a PhD from The University of Arizona, but soon realized that after graduation a position in China, where she originally planning on going back, was no longer a possibility. “I had to start from ground zero.” Jia welcomed my company as we walked down the corridors of Morrill Hall to her lab.
“I think it is really important for a university to be creating and churning out students that are actually passionate about what they are learning.” - Sara Gibbs Schnucker junior majoring in geology. a rise of $100 a month for rent. This forced him to have to move away because he simply could not afford it anymore. “We cannot afford it with our income as research assistants.” Niaghi is on a student visa; also meaning he will not have any income source outside of the stipend. With restrictions from Iran as well, he cannot get assistance from his family back home. “When you’re stuck here, there is no way to get out.” Niaghi told me he likes it here, and that he is passionate about his research, but all of the other distractions can get hard. He said he has found that just focusing on his work is beneficial. As it is now, graduate students pay taxes on
Lin was in the lab; he obtained his degree from the University of North Dakota. He told me that he just likes life here in the Midwest. “I’m used to the life here, naturally, I like being here, it’s not a bad choice.” Lin’s choice to stay here is sadly challenged by a questionable future. “I don’t know what the governor (Doug Burgum) has in mind for the university systems… for me I will try my best.” Niaghi echoes Lin’s hopes as well. “We are living with hope.” Although these people are living with these doubts and questions, they are focused on providing answers to questions most people don’t even know are being asked. I can’t help but be amazed by their perseverance and dedication.
“If I don’t have the funding to support him, then he only gets 75 percent of his salary.”- Xinhua Jia on her technician’s salary changing from 100 percent state funded to 75 percent. their stipend. Which is comparable to the income you may get from working a minimum wage job. Adding tuition on it though makes the students look like they are making way more, in some cases above $50,000$80,000 depending on their university. Taxing a graduate student like they are making $80,000 is a reality that graduate students are having to visualize all across the country. Stretching a dollar can only go so far though. For Niaghi and many others this is a major issue. With the current state of budget cuts and tax reform financial worries seem to be the status quo. “The funding is cut everywhere.” Jia told me that although she has funding currently it is a struggle for all researchers to get the funding they need. “We don’t know next time whether we will get it or not.” This is just the reality that researchers have to live. I walked to Morrill Hall
Jia’s lab is full of equipment and beakers. Corn sacks lay on the floor and a malt machine they use to mix dirt lies on the counter. Jia shows me around pointing to everything she can and gives descriptions. She is not going to stop her work; it is part of her life as well as many others around this country. Jia has a college student she is supporting and grants to apply for. She tells me that this life has prepared her for life with budget cuts; she isn’t going to stop anytime soon. “If you’re an easy quitter you will not be successful no matter where you are.”
The decision we had to make to protect people
North Dakota several years ago was the envy of the entire union. Oil booming, money abundant, we seemed impervious to doing anything wrong. Well, we as a state allowed fracking to happen as well.
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“Our focus was people.” Provost Beth Ingram and Vice President of Finance Bruce A. Bollinger sat down with me to discuss budget cuts. Ingram told me that the cuts were hard decisions between her and Bollinger, but President Dean Bresciani she said made it clear that people were the top priority. According to Ingram the 186-full-time faculty leaving over the past four years is only slightly alarming, if at all. Ingram pointed to our growth in faculty number, indeed a jump from 310 four years ago to 371 now. She noted that anywhere from five to ten percent of the faculty would leave every year roughly. “We have a robust system for rehiring.” This system includes vetting by Ingram and the deans of the colleges. There are also allocation questions and shuffling around new positions, to try to improve the colleges the best they can. The vast number of faculty that have left was aided by a program called the Voluntary Separation Incentive Program or VISP, which offers an early retirement package to aging staff and faculty. In an email by Media Relations Coordinator Sadie Rudolph I was given the specifics, “The office of Human Resources and Payroll indicated the number of positions eliminated due to the Voluntary Separation Incentive Program (VSIP) are 38 plus 3 three phased faculty retirements.” Although this sense of weathering the storm is brighter in North Dakota, this doesn’t speak for the region. The state of higher education is in trouble, budget cuts within our region has put a lot of states in fear. “There is a lot of concern out there for support for public education.” Ingram told me that there isn’t much concern for NDSU though. The main concern, at least for now is for smaller institutions within the region. “Your university is either going to grow and thrive, or your future is going to be pretty bleak.” Ingram told me NDSU has grown and currently looks to be on a growing pattern, our current freshmen class is one of the largest in school history. North Dakota had the west side of the state almost printing money. The state of higher education, in a way was spared the degree of severity that other states like Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois are dealing with. Illinois, who recently passed their budget for 2018, has had seven universities be downgraded, with five being listed as ‘junk-credit’ by Moody’s (a credit rating site). NDSU is doing, when compared to those states, much better. Fears are mounting for future cuts though. The current GOP tax plan will seek to cut more from higher education. According to The Atlantic, Currently Trump’s tax plan will seek to cut,
“funding by between 11 percent and 18 percent for the federal agencies that provide the bulk of government support for university research.” “I don’t think that will happen.” Ingram told me
be bright when looking at the numbers. Our university will grow and maintain a strong student base. The changes we make to protect people will take some getting used to for the very people it sought to protect.
“The biggest issue we have had is finances.” - Ali Rashid Niaghi graduate student the partnership between the nation’s government and research is well documented. “It would be a difficult transition… research is expensive.” She said that if this move happened she would suspect research to slow down a bit. According to Bollinger the whole picture needs to focus on the support from our state though. “The state does support higher education, it’s just the economy couldn’t support it.” Bollinger said, Ingram told me that we are generously supported. “We have been very lucky.” Bollinger’s view and Ingram’s is that the legislation of the state has put higher education as a top priority. Being a top priority amongst budget cuts isn’t always the easiest position to be in though. Recalling Jia’s struggles and Niaghi’s worries, budget cuts become much more pliable and real. As for graduate student’s
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As I drive my car into Fargo it is hard to not see the way NDSU has grown this town and attracted business and opportunity. It is also not hard to hear the complaints of those around us. The complaints from those who feel the budget cuts everyday. It is easy to hear the fear for a tax plan that will radically change the landscape of higher education within this country, but particularly in this region. No graduate student is living over his or her means. No research technician is doing their job for the money; rather there is a passion for knowledge and a want to better humanity. Fargo will be fine in the long run, in part to NDSU being fine in the long run. We need to focus on the
“I don’t know what the governor (Doug Burgum) has in mind for the university systems… for me I will try my best.” - Dongquing Lin
possibly being taxed for the their tuition waivers, Ingram was noticeably put off by it. She noted that this major deal for graduate students was only a small part of the plan, but vitally important for us to notice. “Not a lot of American will pay attention to it, because they don’t have regular interaction with graduate students. I know our graduate council just penned a letter to send off to our congressional delegation on this.” Ingram is hopeful for a better outcome; she does
whole picture though. The researchers within our university, they need our support and they need their stories heard. The research universities in this region are vital for the nation as a whole. No one know where innovation is going to come from, but the government has allocated $42.46 billion annually to research universities for their research. This produces 2,600 patents and 400 companies a year. If we really want to make America great again it will start at investing in a higher
“If you’re an easy quitter you will not be successful no matter where you are.” - Xinhua Jia believe priorities need to be set. As far as supporting research technicians, Ingram stated that our state is a rarity, in that we allocate state money for those research technicians. “We are moving to a model that many other states have, and that is you have to support that position (technician) with grants.” This model though still affects the researchers within this state and here in Fargo. A decision being commonplace doesn’t help the people dedicating their lives to research and innovation. It seems the future may
education system that has propelled the US as a global superpower for innovation for decades. It will not come from further cuts to research. It will not come from taxing poor graduate students. According to Rebecca Blank, the chancellor for The University of Wisconsin in The Atlantic, “We’ve been in the lead long enough that people think we always will be, [but] we cannot assume that we are going to lead the world in technology 20 or 30 years from now, I think we’ve stalled out.”
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Signs Create Controversy: It’s Okay to Be White Signs cause controversy over being white Ezra Gray
Contributing Writer
Three weeks ago, on Nov. 1, the notorious (and often hilarious) website 4chan pulled another glorious prank when members of the Politically Incorrect board anonymously posted signs with the simple sentence “It’s Okay to Be White” on various university campuses around the country. These universities include Harvard, Tulane, Princeton, UC Berkeley and even the nearby Concordia College. And just like so many other infamous 4chan trollings, it was unbelievably priceless. Overly sensitive university administrators and students on these campuses flew into an uproarious rage, labeling the posters “racist” and “hateful.” The police were even called at Harvard when a dozen of the harmless pieces of paper were spotted by some hapless
students who have skin thinner than the paper the signs were made of. As if
the phrase “normies,” which is, and I quote, “what white supremacists refer to white
The signs made no statement on whether it’s okay to be black, Latino or any other ethnicity. All these signs stated was if a person is white, then that’s a perfectly fine thing to be.
the simple statement “it’s fine to be a Caucasian” is somehow disparaging racial minorities. The signs made no statement on whether it’s okay to be black, Latino or any other ethnicity. All these signs stated was if a person is white, then that’s a perfectly fine thing to be. But the funniest part of this beautiful trolling was the response so many out-of-touch media outlets published. Huffington Post reported that the original 4chan post on /pol contained
Americans as.” Apparently, the word normies is racist. Un-freakin’-believable. Academic administrators at several of these universities have made completely asinine responses to the innocent prank. Marcia L. Sells, the dean of students at Harvard Law School, stated that the signs were “provocations intended to divide us from one another.” University of Alberta President David Turpin labeled the signs “incidents of racism.” The
president of Concordia College William Craft even said that he wanted to hold a public forum to “engage” students about the signs. The fact that so many of these influential people in the media and academia are falling for such an obvious prank made at their expense is both funny and sad. It’s funny that, even though 4chan has gained so much notoriety, these clueless college snowflakes and media reporters still fall for a trap this obvious and demonstrate how hypocritical they can be. These far-left social justice advocates rail on and on about racial and gender equality, yet fall into pitiful hysterics at the mere sight of a piece of paper. It is sad, however, that the perfectly reasonable idea “it’s okay to be white” is considered a controversial phrase to the point where the authorities have to be called. What’s the correct position then, that it isn’t okay to
be white? That being white is somehow an inherently unacceptable thing? Correct me if I’m wrong, but that sounds rather racist. The whole point of this genius trolling, as the 4chan post
one sentence can offend you so deeply that it requires a public hearing be held about it, you might want to reconsider your thought process. Like the great Martin
It is sad, however, that the perfectly reasonable idea “it’s okay to be white” is considered a controversial phrase to the point where the authorities have to be called. stated, was to expose the racial hypocrisy of these farleft nutjobs. This reaction is evidence of when ignorance runs rampant. This is evidence of how out of touch and intellectually lazy the media establishment can be. This is evidence of how dangerous it is for people to base too much of their mindset and ideology around an arbitrary physical characteristic such as race or gender. When
Luther King Jr. once said, “I look to a day when people will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.” Unfortunately for the deceased Rev. King, it looks as though there are too many people in America that are so entrenched in their ideology of social justice that they cannot acknowledge the basic, moral principle that it is okay to be white.
Letter to the Editor: Response to chant opinion piece Although this is an opinion-based article, the facts behind the opinions stated should be correct. Today I would like to challenge a few false facts and let you make a decision about this issue at the football games. Last year an article was written about this same issue. Before the article
was published, the chant was audible. The next game the chant was immensely louder. Since correlation is not causation, I am unable to state that the article caused this, yet other than the article, did anything else spike protest in the students? I would feel ashamed if I had written the article that possibly worsened the issue.
Second, it sounds uneducated and racist to state that all the students partaking in the chant do so out of their own racist beliefs. I will use an example. If I attended a Mustangs football game and chanted Mustangs suck, would you think I a) hate the animal, b) hate the car, or c) have a rivalry with the
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school since after all I am at the school football game? Using context, option C appears the most credible. This does not make me racist or discriminatory against the Mustangs; it might be considered rude but not racist. Finally, the Dakota Access Pipeline has nothing to do with a chant that
started decades ago. Native Americans are not the only people affected by possible pollution to the Missouri River. It is so incorrect to state otherwise. Numerous cities have been established right next to the river. These people should not be overlooked to get a point across. Before deciding look
at the facts. Yes, the chant is rude. We should respect everyone, but are these students really racist and hateful? Gracynn Young psychology, sophomore
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Bison Slug Illinois State for Outright Title Running game carries offense in harsh conditions
Bruce Anderson (8) was NDSU’s leading rusher Saturday, going for 95 yards and a score.
Thomas Evanella Staff Writer
It took a second half surge, but the North Dakota State Bison topped Illinois State by a score of 20-7 on Saturday. Relying on their running game through rain and eventual snow, NDSU took home the Missouri Valley’s outright title for the third time in history. The first half was a battle for field position, with punters Jackson Koonce and Redbird Zach Breen featured heavily. The two sides combined for 10 punts in the first two quarters, and, outside of the Bison’s 7:26 drive on their opening possession, neither team held the ball for more than six plays or four minutes at a time. Quarterback Easton Stick completed both of his two completions on the first drive, connecting with Dallas Freeman and Ty Brooks. Stick finished the game with eight total pass attempts and only 15 yards
through the air. Illinois State struggled to pass the ball with any success either, as neither Jake Kolbe nor Malachi Broadnax completed a pass in the first half. At halftime, the Herd had only 84 yards of offense to the Redbirds’ 68. Weather conditions were a major factor in the passing games’ poor showing. Midway through the second quarter, rain quickly turned into snow in Normal, Illinois, and the teams left a snow-covered field at halftime. Winds at roughly 30 mph also contributed to each teams’ offensive limitations. The Bison took control in the second half after Illinois State went three-and-out to begin the third quarter. ISU forced the Herd to punt after three plays, but a roughing the punter penalty on Zackary Mathews gave NDSU a first down. “I saw the guy come across, and he kind of swiped my foot,” Koonce
said afterward. “I swallowed my pride and kind of rolled around for a little bit, see if I could get the penalty. I was happy I did.” Six plays later, Stick tip-toed the sideline, hardly visible through the snow, for a 10-yard score to put NDSU up 7-0. The penalty Koonce drew ultimately proved to be a turning point for the Bison. On ISU’s ensuing drive, linebacker Jabril Cox intercepted Kolbe and returned the pick 32 yards to Illinois State’s 25-yard line. “Jabril’s interception, that kept the momentum on our side, and we got a short field there,” head coach Chris Klieman remarked. The pick was the first of Cox’s collegiate career. Brooks rushed for 22 yards on the next two plays, and two plays later, Bruce Anderson punched it in from the goal line to add to NDSU’s lead. Anderson led the Bison with 95 rushing yards and a touchdown. The Ruskin,
The Bison will face either San Diego or Northern Arizona on Saturday, Dec. 2.
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Florida native was excited to experience a game in the snow for the first time. “I’m still shivering,” the junior said. “It’s a dream for a Florida kid to play in the snow, so I’m glad I got to experience it. I don’t want to experience it (anymore). I’m good with one game. I’m content with that.” After two games with only 30 and 33 rushing yards, Anderson admitted to getting discouraged with his play, but a new attitude bolstered him on Saturday. “I’d been kind of getting down on myself lately,” Anderson conceded. “I just figured, ‘Have fun.’ It’s all about having fun. Not a lot of people get to play college football. It’s an experience for me, and I’m just glad I got to play out here with my brothers and have fun.” The Redbirds attempted to stage a late comeback, but the Bison turned them away. Running back James Robinson’s 11-yard score with 3:21 left in the fourth quarter drew ISU within six.
Outside of Robinson, who carried the ball 17 times for 96 yards, the Bison neutralized the Redbirds’ offense. Kolbe completed only 8 of 22 passes, plagued by his receivers’ drops. After Robinson, Broadnax was ISU’s next leading rusher with 11 yards. Robinson’s partner, Markel Smith was injured in the second quarter and did not return. Chris Board and Robbie Grimsley both paced the Bison with seven tackles. Aided by the conditions, NDSU held Illinois State to only one third down conversion, and the Redbirds only passed the 50-yard line twice. NDSU countered with a touchdown of their own on the next drive. Stick broke through for a 56-yard run, but cornerback DraShane Glass forced a fumble from behind. Trailing the play, Anderson slid to recover the fumble, which had slowed down after hitting a chunk of snow, at the 1-yard line. Stick kept it himself on the
next play and dove in for the score that put the Bison ahead for good. The Bison closed the book on the regular season with the victory, completing the year with a 10-1 overall record and a 7-1 record in conference. “Our guys always (find) a way each Saturday to find a way to get a victory,” Klieman said. “We had one slip-up. In this league — you go 7-1 in this league — and win the outright championship, that’s a heck of a year.” The victory cemented the Bison’s No. 2 seed in the FCS playoffs, as chosen by the selection committee. NDSU is joined by South Dakota State, Western Illinois, Northern Iowa, and South Dakota in representing the Missouri Valley in the field. The Herd will have a bye week this upcoming Saturday, then will face the victor of San Diego’s home matchup with Northern Arizona on Dec. 2. at 2:30. A new season starts now.
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THE SPECTRUM | SPORTS | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2017
Bison Fall in Summit League Semifinals Top-seeded Denver sweeps NDSU
NDSU setter Brianna Rasmussen registered a triple-double Friday against Omaha.
Taylor Schloemer Sports Editor
The North Dakota State volleyball team saw its season end on Saturday, thanks to a clean sweep by the University of Denver Pioneers 3-0 (11-25, 2025, 22-25) in the semifinals of the Summit League Tournament. Things did not start well for the Bison as the tournament’s top-seed came out of the gates flying. A pair of service aces by Cassie Baird helped the Pioneers to a 4-0 lead before NDSU could get on the board. Denver would use three four-point runs and a six-
point run to cruise in the first set. The Pioneers hit .412, committing just three errors in the first game. The Bison regrouped in the second set and found a balanced attack. While Denver once again jumped out to an early lead in the set, NDSU stormed back. Erika Gelzinyte capped off an NDSU 4-1 run with a kill to give the Bison an 11-10 lead. Denver responded with a 4-1 run of its own, including a pair of kills from Becca Latham. The Pioneers would not give up the lead again, despite the Bison getting multiple kills from Gelzinyte, Jessica Jorgenson, Bella Lien and
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Mackenzie Burke. An individual high-point came for Mikaela Purnell in the second set. The senior libero picked up her 600th dig of the season. Purnell joined Kari Fagnan as the only Bison to reach the 600dig mark. The final set played much like the second. Denver used a 5-0 run to lead 12-4. NDSU started to chip away at the lead before getting a 5-0 run themselves to regain the lead. Gelzinyte’s ace gave the Bison their first lead of the set at 17-16. However, it would not be enough for the Bison, as Latham collected two more of her 20 kills down the stretch to bring the Pioneers
to the tournament final. For the Bison, their season ended with a 19-9 record. Burke led the Bison with nine kills in the final game. Brianna Rasmussen had 26 assists, and Purnell ended with 10 digs. The matchup with Denver came after NDSU downed Omaha in the quarterfinals, 3-1 (21-25, 31-29, 25-15, 25-19) on Friday. The Bison started slow again. Omaha controlled the first set from the opening serve before going on a 5-0 run late that sealed the deal. It looked like the Mavericks would cruise past the Bison in set two as well. Despite dropping
both games to NDSU in the regular season, Omaha found themselves up 7-2 early in the first set. The lead continued to grow until Sydney O’Shaughnessy registered a kill to make it 19-11 Mavericks. Then NDSU found their swing. Rasmussen, Burke and Allie Mauch tallied kills in a Bison 5-0 run that cut the lead to three. Gelzinyte gave the Bison a 23-22 lead and Rasmussen put the Bison on to set point, but NDSU could not get over the line. The two teams traded points until Jorgensen killed off the set at 31-29. The Bison maintained momentum in the third
set, jumping out to a 4-1 lead. A 6-0 runs with kills from Lien, Rasmussen and Gelzinyte pushed the lead to 18-9. NDSU finished the set on a 5-0 run. The Bison hit a solid .306 in the set. The fourth set went a similar route. Burke struck two kills in a Bison 5-0 run to make the lead 10-2. NDSU was steady throughout the final set, and Burke tallied her team-leading 13th kill of the afternoon to advance the Bison. Rasmussen finished with a “triple-double” with 36 assists, 12 digs and 10 kills. Purnell collected 25 digs for the 10th time this season.
Bison Claim No. 2 Seed for FCS Playoffs NDSU hosts Northern Arizona-San Diego winner Taylor Schloemer Sports Editor
North Dakota State claimed the No. 2 seed in the FCS Playoffs when the bracket was revealed Sunday morning. The Bison will play the winner of the Northern Arizona-San Diego matchup following a bye week Dec. 2. With the No. 2 seed, the Bison will have home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. The Bison are 18-1 in playoff home games since 2010. The only loss was last year in the semifinals against James Madison. Bison fans are familiar with San Diego, as the Toreros visited the Fargodome in the second round last year. NDSU won that game 45-7. The Toreros went undefeated in the Pioneer Football League en route to a 9-2 season. They will have to travel to face Northern Arizona, an atlarge bid from the Big Sky. The Lumberjacks are coming
off a loss to Southern Utah. The loss dropped UNA to 7-4 and 6-2 in the conference, missing out on a share of the conference crown. Undefeated James Madison took the No. 1 seed. The defending national champions will host the winner of Lehigh and Stony Brook. The Missouri Valley Football Conference claimed five spots in the field of 24. SDSU joined NDSU in the top-eight and received a bye at No. 5. The Jacks will possibly face a conference foe in Northern Iowa, should the Panthers get past Monmouth. The Western Illinois Leathernecks will take their 6-1 mark on the road with them to Weber State. The winner of that game will travel to No. 8 Southern Utah. That makes three NDSU opponents in the opposite side of the bracket for the Bison. In a rare occurrence, the Bison will meet a MVFC foe in the national semifinals at the earliest. South Dakota, one of the last two teams to make the playoffs due to a four-game losing streak, makes their first
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tournament in program history. The Coyotes will first have to get past Nicholls State in the first round, followed by No. 6 Sam Houston State and No. 3 Jacksonville State, should high seeds hold. The other ranked team in the Bison’s quarter is No. 7 Wofford. The Terriers dropped to 9-2 Saturday following a loss to South Carolina. Wofford notched a 7-1 record in the Southern Conference, winning the conference title. Wofford hosts the winner of Furman and Elon in the second round. The final ranked team is No. 4 Central Arkansas. The Bears won the Southland Conference with a 10-1 record and haven’t lost since Week 1 against Kansas State of the FBS. The Bison won the Missouri Valley Football Conference title with a 20-7 win over Illinois State on Saturday. The NDSU-UNA/USD game will be 2:30 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Fargodome. Student tickets go on sale at the Memorial Union 8 a.m. Monday.
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Bison Roundup Cody Tusler Staff Writer
Men’s basketball
The North Dakota State men’s basketball team played two games this past week. On Monday, Nov. 13, the Bison traveled to California to take on No. 10 USC Trojans. It was the sixth straight season the Bison played a top-10 ranked opponent. The Bison led for more than 20 minutes in the game and led by as many as 10 points with a 29-19 lead in the first half. The Bison were up 5651 with 9:28 left in the game, following back-toback dunks from Deng Geu. NDSU was down 62-60 in the final four minutes before the Trojans went on an 8-0 run. The game ended with the Trojans winning, 75-65. Cameron Hunter scored 24 points on 8-of-11 shooting to lead the Bison. Hunter drained 4-of-5 shots from behind the arc. Bison sophomore Tyson Ward scored 7 points and matched his career-high with 8 rebounds. Jared Samuelson added 9 points with three three-pointers. Friday, Nov. 17, the Bison traveled to Missouri State, the preseason favorite to win the Missouri Valley conference. The game saw seven lead changes. The Bears were up 51-48 with 3:50 remaining, before the Bison tied it up at 52 following buckets from A.J. Jacobson and Ward.
NDSU scored their final five points at the free throw line. The Bison defense was rock solid at the end of the game, not allowing Missouri State to score in the final 3 minutes and 50 seconds, missing eight shots during that period. Jacobson led the team with 14 points and Paul Miller added 13, as Ward recorded his first doubledouble with 11 points and 10 rebounds. The Bison are set to return to Fargo for their home opener against Florida A&M Wednesday, Nov. 22.
Women’s basketball
The NDSU women’s basketball team defeated NJIT 105-58 Nov. 12. The 105 points scored were the most since the 2013-2014 season when the Bison scored 112 points against Mayville State. Seven Bison scored in double digits with Michelle Gaislerova leading all scorers with 14 points on 5-of-7 shooting and 3-of-4 behind the three-point arc. Sarah Jacobson and Autumn Ogden each recorded double-doubles. Jacobson scored 13 points and dished out a career-high 10 assists, as Ogden scored a careerbest 12 points and grabbed a game-high 10 boards. Macey Kvilvang added 12 points, as Taylor Thunstedt and Danneka Voegeli each scored 11. Kennedy Childers finished the game with 10 points. NDSU shot 59 percent overall and 44 percent from three-point range. The Bison
scored 27 points off 15 turnovers. NDSU defeated University of Massachusetts Friday, Nov. 17, 82-70. Jacobson led the Bison with a career-high 25 points. Jacobson went 8-for-14 from the field, 7-of-9 from threepoint land, and finished with six assists. Thunstedt added 18 points on 6-of-13 shooting. Rylee Nudell and Gaislerova added 11 and 10 points, with Nudell grabbing 7 rebounds. Ogden added a career-best 4 blocks. NDSU is scheduled to close out its four-game home stand with a contest against Valley City State Sunday, Nov. 19 before hitting the road against Navy on Saturday in Annapolis, Maryland.
Wrestling
NDSU fell to No. 8 Iowa, 38-6, Friday, Nov. 17. NDSU’s lone win came in the afternoon’s first match when 125-pounder Paul Bianchi recorded a pin at 1:53 over Iowa’s Justin Stickley. Bianchi improved to 4-1 on the season with a pair of pins. NDSU dropped three close decisions. Andrew Fogarty lost 3-2 at 165 pounds, 184-pounder Tyler McNutt lost 5-4 and Cordell Eaton lost with a 5-3 loss to No. 11 197-pounder Cash Wilcke. NDSU is scheduled to square off with No. 13 Northern Iowa Sunday, Nov. 19.
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