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Bison Open Playoff Push Against Bobcats
Montana State make first trip to Fargodome Taylor Schloemer Sports Editor
Survive and advance. The simple mantra when it comes to playoff football was at the crux of North Dakota State head coach Chris Klieman’s press conference as his team prepares for FCS Second Round action Saturday against Montana State. The Bobcats overcame a slow start offensively to beat Incarnate Word at home last week. Now Montana State gets to visit the Fargodome for the first time, as they have hosted both contests between the teams in the FCS. Not much has changed for the Bison since the two teams met in Bozeman in 2010 in the same round. That day, D.J. McNorton ran for a NDSU playoff record four rushing touchdowns. The biggest reason that record is unlikely to be touched Saturday is the number of runners the Bison utilize. The backfield trio of Lance Dunn, Bruce Anderson and Ty Brooks has combined for 16 rushing scores on the year. Neither leads the team in rushing touchdowns, as quarterback Easton Stick has 11 touchdowns with his legs. NDSU holds the 10th ranked rushing offense in the nation. But on the other side, the Bobcats rank 17th. And leading the Bobcat rushing attack is quarterback Troy Anderson. When the Bobcat offense was moving in the first round, it was through a mix of Anderson searching for an edge coupled with a power run game from freshman running back Isaiah Ifanse. The pair ran for 228 yards on Saturday. “Anderson is an exceptional player. He is a guy who can get downhill on you; he can beat you to the edge,” Klieman said. “He is too good of a player to be shut down.”
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Easton Stick (12) has done damage with his legs, but efficiency with his arm will be key Saturday. A curious question surrounding the Bobcats is whether they will pull out some of the exotic looks on offense that appeared against the Cardinals. Early in the game, it was not uncommon for Montana State to line up in the wildcat formation. “They have a lot of different ways to be creative to run the football,” Klieman said. “That is how they have had success.” The downside was that the Montana State offensive line never seemed settled in those situations.
The Bobcats were penalized three times for a false start in the first half, and that was at a quiet Bobcat Stadium. If the noise of the Fargodome has anything to do with it, the Bobcats could be behind the chains early. For a rushing team, getting behind the chains is trouble. Anderson, a converted linebacker, will have to throw under duress should the Bobcats get into second- and third-and-long. The Bison defense has totaled 18 sacks on the season. The matchups to watch in
the game will be who contains Anderson. Linebackers Jabril Cox, Dan Marlette and Levi Jordheim are three of the top four tacklers for the Bison. Cox is tied for the lead with 68 with safety Robbie Grimsley. The senior tends to crash down to stop the run. As for the Bobcat defense, the numbers suggest the weakness is in defending the passing game. MSU gives up 224 yards per game in the air, compared to 177 on the ground. These numbers come with a pinch of salt given the Big Sky teams tend to air out the ball.
That said, an early September matchup against South Dakota State saw Jackrabbits’ quarterback Taryn Christion throw for over 300 yards against the Bobcats. NDSU doesn’t throw often, but is efficient when they do. The most efficient receiver is tight end Ben Ellefson, who leads the team with seven touchdown receptions on just 12 catches. Kickoff at the Fargodome is set for 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. Winner of the game will play the winner of Duquesne and James Madison in the quarterfinals.
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What has Student Government been up to? Rosie Perez-Guerra Contributing Writer
The North Dakota State Student Government’s semester is slowing down and coming to a close, but they continue to work hard. Student Government is currently working on four different platforms and has a newly elected Student Media Board representative. Their new platforms include: funding a new computer bank in the Memorial Union, a bill to amend the Student Body Code to adopt recommendations from the Constitution and Code Review Committee, a bill to amend the Student Body Constitution to adopt recommendations from the Constitution and Code Review Committee and a bill to adopt the 2019 Student Body Election Code. Chase Grindberg, student body president, and Marisa Pacella, student body vice president, put together the platform for funding
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a new computer bank in the Memorial Union. “It is common to see lines for the computer cluster near One Stop. We want to resolve this by placing a new cluster with a GoPrint station across from the Meineke boardroom,” Pacella said when asked why they want to fund another computer cluster in the Memorial Union. She said she is very excited to watch this potentially become a reality. “As always, I am excited to serve the students of North Dakota State,” Pacella said. During the Nov. 18 meeting, Student Government elected a new Student Media Board representative. Calvin Benson, the person elected for the role, said he is ready to take on this new position and has many plans he is ready to address. “It is kind of being that oversight ... Many organizations face the same issues such as restrictive budgets and not as many media personnel. I want to integrate them and help them coordinate between each other
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to reduce demand for the writership,” Benson stated in regard to being the voice for the media organizations across campus. Going into spring semester, Pacella expressed some of her concerns: “The College of Human Development and Education has no student senators currently to represent them. This is my primary concern going into the spring semester. As a senate, we are taking tremendous strides to increase participation from this college.” Pacella said she is working hard to reach out across campus to find someone to take this position. As the semester comes to a close, Pacella mentioned what the students have to look forward to in the spring semester. Pacella brought up the opportunity to join Student Government and wanted to remind students that applications for will be open January 4-27. PHOEBE ELLIS | THE SPECTRUM Applications will be available on the Student Government website. From doughnuts to democracy, what has Student Government accomplished?
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The University of Minnesota hosted a green energy event at the Fargo Theatre coattails of green energy. These Minnesotans ranged in expertise and economic advantage, from landowners that use solar power as a secure source of income to construction workers who have found work as a result of green energy projects. The boom in green energy has created close to 60,000 jobs in Minnesota alone, according to the movie. Before the film, proprietors of green energy gave wrap-ups on goals and projects they have adopted. Malini Srivastava, an assistant professor of architecture at NDSU with over 15 years of experience in professional practice, gave her unique approach to engaging the public on
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Leaders in green energy and community members lent their eyes, ears and voices to the University of Minnesota extension program which hosted The Power of the Red River Valley at the Fargo Theatre Nov. 27. The event centered on an advanced showing of “The Power of Minnesota,” a movie that highlights success stories of Minnesota’s clean energy business. The economic benefits of renewable energy were spotlighted in the film that featured stories of people riding the economic
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energy efficiency. Srivastava is the project lead of efargo, a group that she said is based in architecture. “Basically, what we are doing is designing creative solutions to impact energy,” Srivastava
North Dakota highways and the problem of gas flaring in rural communities. Srivastava said she felt like she learned a lot about herself from the event. “The scale is small enough that people feel free to give
“The scale is small enough that people feel free to give their ideas.” - Malini Srivastava, assistant professor of architecture told The Spectrum after the movie was shown. The group is focused on buildings and behavior, and according to Srivastava this means finding energy solutions by involving the community.
discussion and a time in the end earmarked for networking. Many issues were brought up during the community discussion, including electric car charging stations on major
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A nationwide E. coli scare prompted the CDC to recommend that consumers abstain from eating romaine lettuce. This was after 43 people fell ill and 16 people were hospitalized with E. coli. The FDA said it has narrowed down the location where the contaminated lettuce was grown to California. The FDA said that romaine lettuce is safe to eat if consumers know where it is grown. “If you do not know where your romaine lettuce is from, do not eat it,” the CDC advised. Romaine lettuce will be grown largely in Florida and Arizona due to shifting growing seasons, according to Npr.org.
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The group also provides games and challenges that teach participants, mostly K-12 students, about energy while providing real life statistics to researchers. The event also included a social hour, a community
As part of its plan to cut 15 percent of its workforce, General Motors has ceased production of some of the vehicle fleet at three of their assembly plants, according to NPR. The automobile company also plans to shut down two plants that make transmissions. This will lead to the termination of over 5,000 hourly employees and 804 salaried employees. Ford said the layoffs will
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their ideas,” Srivastava said. “What I learned from efargo was that there are a lot of great ideas in the community, but there is no forum to get those ideas from the people.”
save them a reported $6 billion. The company has also reported it took a $1 billion hit from President Donald Trump’s “America First” trade policy, according to the Washington Post. The layoffs drew scorn from the president, who said he told Mary Barra, the CEO of GM, “You know, this country has done a lot for General Motors. You better get back in there soon.”
Caravan chaos
An estimated 7,500 Central and South American refugees have arrived at the Mexican-American border, according to the BBC. The group of migrants protested the slow rate at which Border Patrol agents are processing asylum seekers. They were met with tear gas, a non-lethal agent used to subdue crowds. President Donald Trump and Border Patrol agents have defended their use of the non-lethal force and said some of the migrants threw rocks at security forces during a protest over the slow pace at which asylum claims were being processed. Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen said the Border Patrol agents should be
The sizable and active crowd in attendance was also a welcome sign to one of the event’s emcees. David Ripplinger, assistant professor of agribusiness and applied economics, said he was very happy with the crowd size. “You want to make an impact, and people need to hear the message in order to make that impact,” Ripplinger said. Ripplinger said they achieved their goal of reaching out to many facets of the community and that it is important that people make good decisions regarding energy use. Ripplinger also said he thinks the film and the community discussion were enlightening to many people.
able to act in “self-defense,” according to the BBC. In Mississippi, Trump said the bottom line for the migrant situation is that “Nobody’s coming into our country unless they come in legally.” According to the BBC, the president has vowed to keep the migrants out of the United States until the courts have made a decision on individual migrant cases. According to a fact check by NPR, authorities have limited the number of legal asylum seekers to 40 to 100 processed per day.
SpongeBob creator dies
Stephen Hillenburg, the creator of the beloved children’s cartoon “SpongeBob SquarePants,” has died at the age of 57. Nickelodeon tweeted out their condolences, writing, “We are sad to share the news of the passing of Stephen Hillenburg, the creator of SpongeBob SquarePants. Today, we are observing a moment of silence to honor his life and work.” Nickelodeon owes a lot of its success to the show that first aired in 1999 and continues to air to this day.
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Is Relig i o n O ver ? In a world with media, crystals and more sinful distractions, is religion over? Phoebe Ellis
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Clay Routledge, professor of psychology at North Dakota State, gave a lecture on the topic of American religiosity, or rather, the decline of it. The lecture took place Tuesday, Nov. 27 in the Memorial Union Plains room. Within the lecture, Routledge addressed that, yes, the practice of traditional religion is on the decline in the United States, but that doesn’t mean people aren’t getting spiritual in alternative ways. While fewer people are practicing traditional forms of religion, like attending religious worship services and drawing on moral justification from an established religion, many, especially millennials, are turning to alternative spiritual practices such as crystals and witchcraft. Rutledge named this the spiritual argument. Within this argument, it can be seen that, on average, liberals, those leaning left politically, are typically less religious and more spiritual, while the inverse seems to be the case for conservatives, or those who lean right politically. This can also be defined as a form of paranormal belief. The decline in religiosity isn’t only limited to America; paranormal beliefs are on the rise in secular Europe as well. “People are more likely to believe in aliens than in God,” Routledge said, elaborating that people are beginning to lean toward darker aspects of extreme religion such as exorcisms and noting that more young Canadians believe in Hell than old Canadians. This would indicate that while religiosity is on the decline, paranormal beliefs and supernatural experiences are on the rise. Routledge noted that people who attend church regularly are half as likely to believe in ghosts than those who do not regularly attend a religious
worship service. But why are people leaving the religion that stuck with their family for generations before them? Routledge said that it’s because “humans reflect on ourselves very highly; other animals can’t do that. We can think about the past and present. We can think abstractly. This gives us existential questions about the nature of existence; we understand our mortality.” This leaves us wondering why we exist while continuing to fight against inevitably ending up in a grave one day. Religion and spirituality both serve the purpose
is responsible for problemsolving. The more social a person becomes, the more religious they become, typically, as a result of this intuitive thought process. This reflects the notion that religious practices activate the social cognition part of the brain. Whether somebody practices traditional or non-traditional religious or spiritual practices, both reflect this social cognitive process because it largely relies on feelings. Despite it all, religiosity is correlated with higher meaning in life, perhaps because of the social meaning ingrained behind it.
“People are more likely to believe in aliens than in God,” - Clay Routledge, professor of psychology at North Dakota State of attempting to navigate existential problems and motivates us to hold some version of supernatural beliefs, whether it be in an established religion or in crystals. Routledge also noted that those who are uncertain about their religion are more cognitively open to a supernatural belief in an existential crisis. In essence, the human need for meaning drives people to hold these supernatural beliefs and this is reflected in societies that have experienced a significant need for meaning, such as those that have recently experienced a natural disaster. What is it about the hypothetical supernatural realm that people find meaning in? Routledge called this the cognitive science of religion. This means that people have two ways to think, rationally and intuitively. The intuitive thought is responsible for more abstract ideas, like searching for meaning, while the rational thought
If people are searching for meaning, why is religiosity on the decline? Routledge said young people are turned off by religion as they see it as being “old people stuff,” and people now have other outlets for social engagement besides going to church every Sunday. Additionally, as countries become wealthier there is typically a decline seen in religiosity. Routledge associated this with people not searching for meaning because they live a comfortable life, as opposed to asking “why?” regularly when living conditions are poor. There is also a growing distrust of religious institutions such as the Catholic Church, particularly after a history of child abuse allegations. People are also beginning to change their starting beliefs, which are passed on by family members, to beliefs they want to believe, taking an interest in religions they may not be familiar with or spiritual practices. Professor Routledge explains why religion is on the decline.
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Student Creates Clothing Company Trent Hove designs clothes for his Where Wear company Maggie Barrett Contributing Writer
Trent Hove, a senior at North Dakota State, proves that no idea is too small. An apparel studies major with a minor in art, Hove has had the opportunity to explore several mediums such as sewing, drawing and graphic design. Hove has always been someone with creative thoughts and designs ready to burst. “With a minor in art, I was able to find what suits my eye and take that into my work,” Hove said. Being a senior and soon-to-be graduate, Hove still wanted to create something bigger. What better idea than using graphic tees, hoodies and hats to apply his designs to? Where Wear, his startup clothing company, has been the perfect place to channel pure creativity. You may be asking, “Why did he create this brand?” “Personal venture,” Hove explained. “I started thinking about it last spring, that I wanted to do something. This is an avenue for me to be creative. I wanted (to) force myself into something. Where Wear is a platform to present.” The brand’s website describes Where Wear as a “minimalistic lifestyle brand.” “Whenever I look at different kinds of art,
my eye is always drawn to the minimalistic style,” Hove said. “The very clean output that minimalism provides, I want to keep pursuing that.” Hove has created all the graphics himself, but he wants to open that up to bring in other artistic perspectives. Hove said he values the importance behind the collaboration of artists and designers. So how does someone just get up one day and start a clothing company? Hove replied to this question by simply stating “YouTube.” Although he is an apparel studies and art major, he said he owes it to YouTube tutorials for teaching him the fundamental concepts of learning Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. When it comes to the current product development process of Where Wear, Hove uses a company called Printful. Printful is a company designed to help develop and manufacture products for a startup business. Hove sends over his designs and translates his vision for the products over to the teams at Printful, who then develop and ship out his products as they are being purchased. Hove doesn’t yet have the inventory and infrastructure to create and ship his products, so he has found that Printful is a good
resource to help him in these areas. “It allows for me to create without any upfront costs,” Hove said. Over the next few months, when he isn’t writing cover letters and applying to jobs, Hove will be working on Where Wear and focusing on the company’s vision. Although he is a startup company and is limited on garments, Hove said he wants to develop a known unique aesthetic for the brand. “It needs a vibe, a niche,” Hove explained. Using Printful, what he has learned in class and from YouTube videos has led him to play with different avenues of where he wants the brand to go. “I need to be cautious of what I am going to try and sell,” Hove said. “I am focusing on that now. Eclectic, timeless, but still has a modern feel to it. Having ‘80s/’90s color palettes. I want to start looking for and creating garments that have an older feel.” Hove is on the path to a lifestyle and career full of creativity. He proves that no idea is too small — all you have to do is start. If you are an artist and have interest in collaborating with Hove, feel free to reach out to him on Instagram @where_wear or check out his website at https://where-wear. Trent Hove enjoys spreading his creativity and looks forward to furthering his company. squarespace.com.
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Animals can be at a shelter for days or years; giving a home could be the best thing for them and you Miranda Stambler Features Editor
Whether an animal has been at Homeward Animal Shelter for five days or two years, each deserves a forever home that will love and care for them. Homeward has multiple available cats and dogs available, but here is a spotlight on two up for adoption now.
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Meet Moose, a pit bull and golden retriever mix. He is 10 months old and arrived at Homeward Animal Shelter on Nov. 24. Although he is still young and growing, he is already 75 pounds. Moose is quite a goofy dog and looks forward to making his future owner smile for many years. He has already learned a lot of tricks from the common “sit” to an even better trick, “shake.” Moose has good manners and would be even better through some more training. Like any dog, he loves long walks. And don’t let his big size deceive you. He is still a teddy bear and wants to cuddle.
Rosie
Meet Rosie, a declawed domestic shorthaired white female. She is 7.5 years old and has been at Homeward Animal Shelter since March 14, 2016. She is currently in a foster home. Rosie is the perfect mixture of sweet and sassy. Because she has that sassy diva side she prefers a home without any pets or children, so she is perfect for a college student looking for a pet. Plus, she likes to follow you around and be a loyal companion. Keep in mind, she only likes to be pet once or twice and then wants her space, but will come back for more later. She enjoys running and chasing lasers, as well as jumping through tubes, so you will never be bored while watching her run through those crinkle tubes. Rosie is quite the character, so if you need a HOMEWARD ANIMAL SHELTER | PHOTO COURTESY HOMEWARD ANIMAL SHELTER | PHOTO COURTESY furry roommate she’s the one for you. For more information visit homewardonline. Rosie is a sassy girl who loves her belly rubs from time to time. Moose is a silly boy. He’s even smiling in his picture. org.
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Panda Express Spreading Over Town
Panda Express opened another location on Nov. 16 Miranda Stambler Features Editor
Everyone knows about the Panda Express on the lower level of the Memorial Union, but if you didn’t think you were eating enough Panda before, wait until you visit the newest addition to the Fargo community. Panda Express opened up another location in Fargo at 3751 53rd Ave. S on Nov. 16. At this location’s grand opening they donated a portion of the proceeds to the MakeA-Wish Foundation of North Dakota. Although it still serves up all of the classics that Panda has to offer, the new location’s fresh, clean and overall atmosphere is a nice change from the Memorial Union. However, the lighting is just as bright. “We are honored to expand our footprint within the Fargo community and have the chance to bring our American Chinese cuisine to even more local residents,” said Hayato Yang, area coach of operations for Panda Express. The service at this location is better than ever with its quick and fast pace cooking to portioning ratio. Plus, when ordering a plate, they filled
every edge of the plate to the point where it was overflowing and filled to the brim. “Anchored by our peoplefirst values, we look forward to this chance to bring quality service to even more local residents as we continue to expand in the area,” Yang said. The food is constantly being switched out for new food, so it is always fresh, which left the teriyaki chicken still moist instead of the old dry taste you may be used to. Plus, the orange chicken at this location has a bit more kick than any of the others. While it is not entirely known what they do differently to achieve this, all that is for sure is that it tastes a tad spicier than anywhere else. As for the chow mein, it tasted about the same as any other Panda Express location, but was still fresh enough that it was not cold. Although this may seem to be quite the distance, especially since there is a Panda Express right on campus, the new atmosphere is a nice change of scenery. Plus, if you’re looking for a job they are currently hiring for $12/hour, and more information can be found at Panda Express has many different food options that are constantly changed to keep it fresh. pandacareers.com.
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How to Survive These Stressful Weeks Dead week and finals week are stressful, so prepare the week before Miranda Stambler Features Editor
It’s that time of year again: everyone is back from Thanksgiving break and have come to the sad realization that there are still three weeks left of school (including finals week). This is one of the hardest parts of the year for students because it is essentially the sprint to the finish line when all you want to do is lie in your warm bed. People always talk about how to start your semester off right, but we are well past that now. Now we need the tips on how to survive the next couple weeks and how to somehow save what remains of
your GPA. Here are a couple tips from Pinterest that may help you keep going until winter break finally arrives.
Organize
This is usually a beginning of the semester tip, but then that never happened, so now your bookbag is filled with random sheets of paper, crumpled up worksheets and that pen at the bottom that you’ve been looking for since September. Now that you’re in crunch time, you need to set aside time to organize each class you are taking so you can find those notes you need for the final. Plus, studying in an
organized area, whether you’re the tidy type or not, is satisfying and more productive.
Check Blackboard and the syllabus
Remember syllabus week? That’s going to come in handy now. The syllabus has everything you need to know right now, from extra credit opportunities to whether you can redo an assignment. Check to make sure you have turned in each assignment. If you haven’t, contact your professor because you may have an opportunity to make that up and increase your grade.
Ask for help
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don’t want constant emails of how to increase your grade, they do want to help. It can be scary to go to their office hours and ask for help, but it could also be worth it. Take a chance and go talk to your professor about your grade.
Focus on the worst
This doesn’t mean focus on the worst aspect of your life, but rather focus on your worst grade. Figure out which class you are struggling most in and put more effort into that one. Prioritize each class from worst grade to best. If you already have a good grade in one class, do not forget about it or not study for it; just focus more on
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The next three weeks will feel like forever, but they will also be over very quickly. By creating a countdown, you are able to see how much longer you have to work and study until your last final is over.
With the Thanksgiving break, many students were able to finally get a taste of relaxation and not stress over schoolwork, but now they are back in the fast-paced world of college again. Regaining that motivation is difficult, so find something that keeps you in check for what you need to do. Remember that the next couple weeks are crucial to your final grade in classes. Of course, that fact is the one thing stressing students out the most, but it is something that will get you to refocus into the flow of studying.
Create a countdown
Sleep, nap and do it over again
During this time of year all-nighters become more prominent than ever. Students think that if they stay up all night they can finish more or study more. But your brain needs time to calm down, and sleeping is the best way to do that. Get enough rest, and if you are still tired, nap
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Calm down
This is the most frustrating tip out of them all, but it is true. Being overwhelmed is normal during this time of year. To truly get through the next couple of weeks, being calm and treating yourself will get you through. Find the one thing that calms you and set aside a couple hours every day, so you do not end up throwing your textbook out a window. Following at least a couple of these tips could help your grade or mental health over these stressful weeks. Good luck and prepare for the chaos known as dead week.
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The ‘80s: from the photos I’ve seen of my parents during that time, it involved a lot of blue eyeshadow, shoulder pads, teased hair styled to stiffness with hairspray and monstrously large satin prom dresses. My John Hughesinspired fantasy of the era rarely involves Shakespeare. Every other year, Theatre NDSU performs one of William Shakespeare’s iconic plays as part of their regular season. For the Shakespeare slot this year, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” was selected. Immediately, director Jess Jung thought of ways to make the story, something she’s seen many times before, new and interesting to the audience. “I personally love Helena’s journey in the play,” Jung said. “I think it’s important and fun, and I think any person who was ever a teenage girl relates to what Helena is going through. And I just had an image of Molly Ringwald in ‘Sixteen Candles,’ which happens to be one of my favorite movies.” From this connection came Jung’s inspiration going forward into the show: infusing ‘80s elements throughout a theater classic. Jung started with the characters of the play. She identified their personalities and their wants and needs throughout the work. “And then I thought, ‘Well, who are they in these movies?’” Jung explained. “Demetrius was very much the meathead jock in ‘Breakfast Club.’ Helena is absolutely Molly Ringwald
in ‘Sixteen Candles.’ Lysander and Hermia are ‘Say Anything’ … to me, that kind of perfect couple.” Of course, within “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” there are two distinct worlds: that of the lovers and that of the fairies. While Jung used ‘80s movies as the basis for the lovers, she used other ‘80s icons for the world of the fairies: rock stars. “Oberon is modeled after the classic ‘80s hair rocker,” she explained. “Bon Jovi meets Joan Jett. Titania is Cindy Lauper/Madonna/ Whitney Houston, all rolled up in one.” She continued, “The forest then became a music world that the high schoolers get sucked up into.” Alongside the characters, the set and the costumes reflect the era, using plenty of colors and proving the point that bigger is better. “The costumes are off the hook,” Jung said. “It’s totally ridiculous. Literally, every time at the end of rehearsal, I’m like, ‘What am I directing? Who had this idea?’” The costumers have had their hands full, interpreting Jung’s vision of an ‘80s prom into costumes that meet the bombastic-ness the ‘80s is known for. “I think it’s difficult to do a concept,” Jung said. “It’s just different. To have to explain a vision of a show and put a frame on a show that’s not there. From the design process, I had to describe what I saw visually.” The costumers did extensive research into the ‘80s before creating their designs. Raffi Ferreira, a BFA student specializing in
theater makeup and costume design, is creating the prom outfits for the lovers and the fairies. He explained that one challenge of the process was “trying to figure out what was true ‘80s versus what we think of as ‘80s.” To do research, Ferreira looked at visuals in books, magazines and catalogues, watched music videos and even borrowed photos from his aunts and uncles who went to prom in the ‘80s. Ferreira said one dress in particular was the most fun to design and create: a gold number created for the character of Hippolyta. “The biggest one of all is Hippolyta, with this ginormous gold dress that’s just huge and very asymmetrical like how a lot of ‘80s dresses were,” he said. “Those were the most fun.” While for most of us, this alone sounds outrageous enough, as the play progresses the costumes only get more and more fantastic. For example, Jung points out that Oberon, the King of the Fairies, wears a leather jacket with arm-toarm, floor-length fringe. Ariel Walker, who plays Oberon in the show, explains the jacket provides a lot to her character, but also adds an extra challenge. “Part of it’s hard because no matter what, when I move, even if it’s just the littlest amount, the fringe will just move everywhere,” she explained. “And I’ll take focus. So, it’s really hard sometimes to just stay still whenever I need to not be the one in focus.” The costumes, despite being gaudy and crazy and largely impractical, are adding a lot to the stage visually and through the
characters. “For the majority of the show, I wear these bright red cowboy boots that are really heavy,” Walker said. “Whenever I’m walking around, even if I’m trying to walk really quietly, it’s super loud. Something about it makes me feel super powerful. The slower I walk — which Oberon has to do, because he’s so cool and whatnot — the slower I walk in those shoes, I just feel so great. It really makes me get into character like that.” Not only are the actors adjusting their costumes to the stage, but so too are the costume designers. Ashly Tryon is a theater student with a focus on technical and costumes. She has been designing the dream world of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” focusing on the fairies-turned-rock-stars. Much of her inspiration has come from ‘80s music videos, Prince in particular. But, she explains, one of the hardest aspects of adapting Prince to the play has been the movement involved in the production. “You take Prince, for example. The way his jacket is,” she said. “It would be fine if you were standing in one spot and playing the guitar and singing. But our actors are moving around so much that it has to be something that they can also move and be comfortable in.” But most students are loving the creativity in the costumes. “The prom dress: I would wear it every day if I could,” Shanya Hawari, a freshman who plays one of the Mechanicals, said. “It’s so cute.” Megan Frisk, a sophomore in the theater arts
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A vision in satin, Helena (Abigail Walker) poses at prom beside her beau, Demetrius (Casey Hennessy). program who plays Hermia in “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” even got bangs for the occasion. “I honestly, I’ve kind of been waiting,” Frisk said, in response to getting her bangs cut. “Because we do the audition form, and it’s like, ‘Are you willing to change your hair?’ I’ve been waiting for someone to be like, hey, I want you to do this drastic thing with your hair. Because, then, if you
hate it, you can be like, I had to for the show. But also, it makes me step outside of my box.” Theatre NDSU’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” opens Thursday, Nov. 29, at 7:30 p.m. in Askanase Auditorium. Performances run through Dec. 8. Tickets are free for NDSU students and can be purchased through the NDSU Performing Arts Box Office or online.
The Music Scene That Never Sleeps Fargo music active over Thanksgiving holiday Laura Ellen Brandjord A&E Editor
While many took to the roads and airports over the long Thanksgiving break, the Fargo music scene filled the weekend with a slew of notable shows. Here is the rundown of all that you missed.
Wednesday, Nov. 21
Sub:Culture is the weekly electronica showcase that takes place every Wednesday at the Aquarium. The Eve of Thanksgiving was no exception, with the 129th installation of the event. Featuring sets from Jordash, Dextrious and DJ Guy Jean, Sub:Culture acted as a fitting kickoff to the week’s festivities.
Black Friday, Nov. 23
For the third consecutive year, regional favorite Mason Jennings returned to Fargo for a concert on the shopping holiday. Opening for Jennings at the Sanctuary Events Center was Fargo alternative coffeehouse artist Lacey Guck. A spectacled Guck played through songs from her EP “Will Play for Coffee,” which were mainly upbeat tunes on a Yamaha keyboard. She originally planned to play two tracks on acoustic guitar, however, she gave up on tuning the guitar for her second song ironically titled “I’m a Mess.” Laughing, Guck returned to the comfort of the keys to play the
unrehearsed “Here’s to my Exes,” a tongue-in-cheek journey through her past relationships, as her current boyfriend sat at the sound booth. After Guck took her final bow, Jennings entered the stage amidst enthusiastic applause. The artist wasted no time, burning through 15 songs from all over his 20year career as a musician. Earlier this year, Jennings released his 14th studio album, “Songs From When We Met,” and told the audience the story of his stay on a farm in northern Minnesota during the writing process. “There was this beautiful old growth forest on the edge of the property that I would take walks in,” Jennings said. “It was the middle of the day, but there was always this owl that would greet me.” Jennings explained the owl served as an inspiration for the following song. Not surprisingly, the audience wasn’t going to let Jennings off easy, calling him out for an encore immediately after his regular set. Jennings played three songs, ending on the 2004 groove “Keepin’ It Real.”
Saturday, Nov. 24
Small Business Saturday was a busy day at the Aquarium with two shows in one evening. The early show started at 7 p.m. with locals Wild Amphora and Baltic to Boardwalk opening the night for Ontario act Chastity.
Wild Amphora opened the night in their first show in a while. The band has been diligently working on a second album and played a few of the unreleased tracks along with songs from 2016’s “Roadkill Parade.” The postrock alternative Fargo band is known for their two-toned echoing guitar reminiscent of Tree Adams’s work for the 2008 movie “Keith.” Complex arrangements set the emotional as well as sonic landscape. The vocals simply add more context to the tales told throughout their work. Regional staples Baltic to Boardwalk took up the middle slot with their always explosive post-hardcore sound. Vocalist Ryan Hoffart made an impassioned plea to those in attendance, citing the importance of supporting everything local and exiling big corporations at the beginning of the band’s set. Like Wild Amphora, Baltic to Boardwalk is also currently working on new music, playing through two brand new songs to the delight of fans. The early show concluded with the shoegaze indie rock of Chastity. The one-man act of suburban Ontario resident Brandon Williams was fresh off tour with Deafhaven and DIIV earlier this month. His quiet humble demeanor shines through his work, which spans the spectrum of emotion, from pensive doubt to angry resilience. The following late
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Locals Wild Amphora are one of several bands who took part in shows over the holiday. show was a 180 from its predecessor, featuring an all DJ set with locals Kid-O and Lick Narson and Minneapolis based Lucy Luxe. Kicking off at 10 p.m., the party was just getting started downtown at the Aquarium, as it was turned into a high-energy club.
Sunday, Nov. 25
The Aquarium kept rolling through the weekend with a four-set show Sunday night. Parliament Lite opened the evening with their electronic vaporwave music, a precursor for the
main event Look Vibrant. Local punk surf rock band SuperCruiser followed soon after. The four-piece has gained a sizable regional following, considering they only have a five-track EP. The band’s music is full of dynamic movements and lyrics sympathetic with the struggling 20-something. In a refreshing break from the usual procedure of the traveling band, Look Vibrant took the stage before Bismarck’s Many Months Left. The Montreal experimental pop group has opened for big name acts
like Anderson .Paak and Alvvays. The synthesizer heavy soundwaves combined with highpitched dreamy vocals are a trademark of Look Vibrant. Bismarck based Many Months Left ended the night with their brand of math rock. They not only played through their EP “Open Windows on the Top Floor of My Childhood Home,” but also debuted multiple new tracks the band is currently working on. They even admitted one track they played was not quite finished.
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December Events To Look Forward To
Fight cabin fever with these events happening in Fargo The holiday market will feature local artists and vendors.
Brittany Hofmann Staff Writer
FM Ballet: ‘The Classic Nutcracker’
Folkways Christkindlmarkt
Starting Thursday, Nov. 29 and going through Sunday, Dec. 2, Folkways will be hosting their Christkindlmarkt at the Front Street Taproom in downtown Fargo. There is something for everyone at the festive market with food, live music, holiday treats and drinks, shopping and art demonstrations. Folkways is defined as the traditional behavior or way of life of a particular community or group of people. The Christkindlmarkt aims to celebrate the culture of the Fargo community.
Very Merry Holiday Craft Market
The FM Ballet will be hosting their annual showing of “The Classic Nutcracker” at NDSU’s Festival Concert Hall starting Saturday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. with another showing that day at 7 p.m. and then wrapping up on Sunday afternoon. The FM Ballet will be accompanied by The Wonderland Orchestra, under the direction of Christina Chen-Beyers, consisting of professional musicians from the FargoMoorhead area and surrounding region. Tickets for students range from $10 to $27 and can be purchased from the FM Ballet website.
Open Mic Poetry Night
Local craft vendor Unglued and brewing company Drekker team up to host their holiday craft market 2-8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16 at Drekker’s new Brewhalla location.
Fargo’s Red Raven Espresso Parlor hosts a free open mic slam poetry the first Thursday of every month. The first Thursday in December falls on the 6th. Hosts Outlet: Spoken Word Poetry and Starling Artistry
The FM Ballet will be performing ‘The Classic Nutcracker’ Dec. 15-16. recommend getting there at showing holiday classics. “Miracle on 34th Street.” 7:30 p.m. sharp because the From Nov. 30 to Dec. Tickets cost $5, and it’s poetry starts at 8 p.m. 6 they will show “Elf,” an easy night out to curb “Home Alone” and “It’s a cabin fever. Holiday Classics at Wonderful Life.” Then from ‘Christmas Vacation’ West Acres Cinema Dec. 7 to Dec. 13 they will Starting Friday, Nov. 30, show “Christmas Vacation,” Trivia West Acres Cinema will start “The Polar Express” and Fargo Brewing Ale
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House will host a “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” trivia night 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 18. Trivia is free and the overall champion of the night will win Fargo Brewing beer.
Games to Consider for the Holidays What games are go o d enough to get? Max Borman Staff Writer
The holidays near and that means gifts as well as lots of time to play video games. What else would someone fill their day with? Around the holidays there tends to be many games to choose from, and it is hard to decide which ones to buy for yourself or loved ones. That’s where this handy dandy article comes in to run down the best of the best of this year.
‘Red Dead Redemption 2’
One of the biggest games to come out in 2018 is “Red Dead Redemption 2.” Rockstar Games’ latest open world adventure did not disappoint. Gamers will lose hours in Rockstar’s faithful recreation of the dying Old West. That includes spending hours hunting, robbing, shooting and losing one’s hat. The beta online component launches for everyone Friday, Nov. 30, so that will add even more hours. Kiss goodbye to your social life. Be warned that the game currently is only on Xbox One and PlayStation 4, so if you have a Nintendo Switch or PC then you are out of luck.
‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’
The biggest fighting game franchise is coming back Dec. 7, and it’s going to be huge. The game will bring together every single fighter that has ever graced the Smash Bros. universe with a few new additions. Along with those fighters comes a slew of stages to fight
your friends on. If you get bored pummeling your friends, the game also has a robust single-player story that will have players saving the world as Kirby. If 65 fighters aren’t enough for you, then don’t fret, as more fighters will be released throughout 2019. Make sure you have a Nintendo Switch before picking it up.
‘Assassin’s Creed Odyssey’
If you have ever wanted to run around as a mercenary in Ancient Greece, then “Assassin’s Creed Odyssey” is for you. The latest entry in the series has you fighting in Greece in the middle of the Peloponnesian War, the era that “300” took place in. Players can lose hours “Spartan kicking” people off cliffs and dealing with pesky soldiers. The world pulls you in and makes it hard to leave. It currently is available on every platform except for Nintendo Switch, though the PC version has had some problems.
‘Fallout 76’
“Fallout 76” is the brand new multiplayer only Fallout game by Bethesda. It goes against everything that makes a Fallout game a Fallout game, but don’t discount it. This game has a bright future, and with friends it can be one of the best games you’ve played. The world is beautiful and with a little elbow grease Bethesda could make it great. It is already discounted at many retailers. You can pick it up on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 or PC. The PC version, however, is kind of broken, so it is not recommended.
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‘Red Dead Redemption 2’ should be on every gamer’s holiday list.
‘Marvel’s Spider-Man’
Swinging through New York has never been more fun. The feeling of flying through the air at top speeds sends shivers down the spine. This game truly makes you feel like Spider-Man as you fight crime and save New York. Being able to fight great enemies like Scorpion
or Rhino is a thrill ride. The only downside is it is only on PlayStation 4. Those are the best games that you could pick up around the holidays. Of course, there are the shooters “Call of Duty: Black Ops 4” and “Battlefield V,” if you want to shoot bad guys. There are also the more kid
Dream
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friendly games, “Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu” or “Lego DC SuperVillains,” for some family fun. Some earlier in the year highlights like “God of War” are options as well. Every year new video games come out, and these classics could get lost in the onslaught of new titles. Grab these gems before they disappear.
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Don’t Know What to Eat? Creative food ideas using the simplest ingredients
This is precisely what a good triple-decker looks like.
Jacob Elwell Opinion Editor
For anyone who lives off campus and has the struggle of sometimes not knowing what to eat, I’m right there with you. I have so much of the same stuff, but don’t feel like eating the same thing every night for dinner. Too often I have to resort to fast food and/or getting a “Hot-N-Ready” pizza from Little Caesars. This is when I started getting creative in trying to come up with new things to eat based on the basic ingredients I have. I have to say, I have come up with a couple cool ideas that will introduce your taste buds to new things.
Triple-decker sandwich
A triple-decker is essentially just a sandwich, except with three pieces of bread. You can do many things with this. My personal favorite is the triple-decker peanut butter and jelly. I bring this to work almost every day, and it always
gets the job done. If you buy large enough bread, it can fill you up almost entirely by itself. You can do this with ham and cheese, too. If you have a George Foreman type grill, you can make
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to go with it.
Ramen tacos
While these actually aren’t tacos at all, the name sounded cool and kind of fits the thinking going into this
I have come up with a couple cool ideas that will introduce your taste buds to new things. this experience much better. Throw some ham in between the top and bottom along with two slices of whatever cheese you like with ham. Throw some butter on the top and bottom pieces of bread, and place it on the grill. In about two minutes, your sandwich will be nice and crispy and packed with excellent flavor. You can do the same thing with a grilled cheese. You can make a really good triple-decker grilled cheese. Just make sure you have tomato soup
idea. The name speaks for itself, as you’ll need some ramen, preferably chicken flavored. Throw two pieces of bread into the toaster and butter them both up when they come out. After you spread the butter on, sprinkle some garlic pepper seasoning on the bread (don’t skip this part, unless for some reason you dread garlic). Place the ramen on the pieces of toast, evenly distributing the amount of ramen that goes on each
piece. Once this is done, fold the piece of bread and take a bite. You have just taken a bite of a ramen taco. My cousin and I thought of this idea randomly one night when we couldn’t decide whether to make ramen or toast. I know, a weird two options for dinner, but it led to the creation of this brilliant idea. I guess you could call that a win.
Tortilla, shredded Cheese, fill in the blank
Maybe some of you already do this, and if so, I applaud you. This is one of the simplest go-to food options anyone can think of. By saying “fill in the blank” I was mainly referring to a type of meat. However, it’s not limited to just that. This helps if you have a George Foreman as well, but there are ways around it. (Yes, I have one, and it makes the world of a difference.) If you have one, you pretty much put the cheese and meat on one tortilla and then throw another tortilla on top
and put it on the grill for a couple minutes. You’ll have a giant quesadilla ready to eat. If you don’t, no worries. Simply grab a pan and throw the tortilla on until you see some areas brown and/or
myself. For now, hold on to these and please give them a try. Chances are you might have tried a triple-decker and/or tortilla idea, so please give the ramen tacos a go. Though not the healthiest,
Please give the ramen tacos a go. it gets crunchy, then take it off. You don’t actually have to do this part, but I do because I prefer a crunchier tortilla. You then add your ingredients and throw it in the microwave for about a minute or until the cheese is melted. When done, fold it up into a burrito and you have yourself a meal. You can add any kind of meat, but I usually do ham, salami or pepperoni. Out of the three, I have to say pepperoni is probably my favorite. I will surely think of more clever ideas as the year goes on, and I need to keep finding ways to feed
they are amazing and an excellent treat after a long week (or any given day). The ingredients needed to make these aren’t expensive either, so you can save a lot of money by making these creations. There are so many creative ideas that can be thought of, whether it’s as simple as putting a slab of butter on your burger or throwing in a splash of barbecue sauce in your mac and cheese. All creative ideas are accepted, and please email me if you have an idea. It will not only help me out, but also those who read The Spectrum.
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Thanksgiving Aftermath What you should be feeling after a slight break Jacob Elwell Opinion Editor
Thanksgiving Break is an excellent time for college students. You get to go see your parents and relatives you haven’t seen in some time. You can stay at home for a few days and relive your high school days by sleeping in your old bed (assuming you didn’t bring it up to Fargo or your siblings didn’t take over your room while you were gone). As fun as Thanksgiving is, it can actually help someone come back to school ready to put in the work to do well on their finals. Some people may be thinking: “I feel less motivated to go study now.” It varies for everyone. A majority of the students actually might dread the transition from relaxation and feasting to studying. You might be used to sleeping in for consecutive days, thus making you not want to wake up for that 8 a.m. class. Or you could
look at it the way I do. When I woke up the Monday after Thanksgiving Break, I felt rejoiced rather
I felt motivated to get many things done before Winter Break, which is coming up in just a few short weeks. How
Use this break as your motivation, not your procrastination. than dreading the transition back into my daily routine. The time off gave me a brain break that was much needed.
long this motivation will last is yet to be determined, but I’m praying it will guide me through my finals so I can
When I woke up the Monday after Thanksgiving Break, I felt rejoiced rather than dreading the transition back into my daily routine. It allowed me to take less time thinking about school and finals and more time to spend with my family, eating food and watching football.
finish all my classes with a C or better. Think of this break as a recharge where your battery needs to last about three
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This was fun while it lasted, but it’s time to get down to business. more weeks. You’ll be done with your classes you hate so much in a very short amount of time. It would be of your best interest to finish strong. After all, finals do count for a large percentage of your
grade; you might as well take smart study maneuvers in order to do well. I didn’t say “study hard” because that implies you should study for hours and hours. Don’t do that. You’ll work yourself
into the ground. Take your time and get to know the main points of what you’ll be tested on. Use this break as your motivation, not your procrastination.
Grant’s Guide to Dead Week Stress You kids don’t know how to handle existential dread Grant Gloe Staff Writer
Dead week is coming, and some of you take the name as a challenge. It sucks. I get it. It doesn’t have to be that bad though. You just have to know how to let it suck properly. Over the last few years, I’ve gotten experience facing down dead week. First off, hope. There’s too much of it. It’s weighing you down. You think you think it’ll be fine, and then you’re shocked when it’s not. You can’t study when you’re busy staring at your car keys, just thinking about how you could hop in your car and just leave it all behind. Head west, racing the sunset until you hit the coast. There’s a song in your heart and tread on your shoes, if you could just use them youOh, um ... I, uh, you know. As an example. Of something you could ... yeah. Another thing you’ll want to do is lie to yourself. Things like, “Yeah I’ll study that tomorrow” or “That won’t be on the test.” It’s a great way to narrow down what you actually need to know and what’s gonna drive you to the bottle. Nothing good happens after that. At a certain point, good enough is good enough. You’ll
probably call it before then, but who doesn’t? Something else to keep in mind is sleep. You have the wrong amount of sleep. You’re either
Another thing you’ll want to do is lie to yourself. getting too much or not enough. I never know which side I’m on, but I always feel strongly about it. Someone might tell me, “You
You have the wrong amount of sleep. You’re either getting too much or not enough. look tired; you should probably manage your time during the day instead of putting things off until
Behind that smile is a semester’s worth of torment. night,” but half the time they’re just a hallucination so what do they know. This brings me to my next point. The most important part is lying to the people who care
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about you. They’re just gonna say things like, “I’m here for you” or “Honestly, I don’t think you could make it in Hollywood,” and that is helping absolutely no one. Who wants to deal with things healthily
when you can just hyperventilate the pain away? Mom, if you’re reading this, I promise that last part is a joke. I love you, and I’ll see you at Christmas.
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Bison Basketball Falls to Gonzaga, ETSU No. 1 Bulldogs throttle NDSU Ian Longtin Staff Writer
The North Dakota State men’s basketball team appeared to have a food hangover throughout their last two games. A twogame post-Thanksgiving road trip saw the Bison get beat twice. A cross-country trip complicated matters, as NDSU went from Tennessee to Washington in short order. The Bison found themselves down early against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers. After a late first half run, the Bucs found themselves with a solid 3927 lead. A second half surge by Bison freshman Jarius Cook brought the Bison within seven, but that’s the closest they would get. An 11-3 ETSU run put the game away, as the Bison ultimately fell 79-61. Rocky Kreuser led the Bison with 13 points on the night, followed by 11 from Tyson Ward and a careerhigh 10 from Cook, who came off the bench. NDSU’s struggle from behind the arc versus the Bucs’ success was key to the Bison defeat. The Bison launched 33 shots from deep compared to 20 by ETSU, but the teams matched in 3-pointers made with 9 apiece. The Bucs also dominated on the glass, outrebounding the Bison by 14. Just two days after the loss to ETSU, the Bison were set to take on the Gonzaga Bulldogs, the top-ranked team in the nation. Taking on Gonzaga is a tall task for any team, but for a team with little veteran experience that also just had to travel from Tennessee to Spokane, Washington on only one day rest, it is especially difficult. Add to that the Zags were coming off a win over former No. 1 Duke to take the top spot in the AP Top 25 Poll. NDSU’s matchup with Gonzaga was the second time in history the Bison had squared off against the No. 1 ranked team in the land. The Herd looked for more
success this time around after their 26-point loss to the Indiana Hoosiers back in 2012. However, those hopes were quickly squashed. After an early 19-18 lead for the Bison, Gonzaga rattled off 19 straight points to put the game away early. The Bulldogs shot a blazing 64 percent from the field, cruising to a 102-60 victory. The spread for the game was 26.5 points in favor of Gonzaga. That mark was surpassed by the end of the first half. The Bison would have needed to play nearly flawless to have any chance against Mark Few’s Bulldogs, but they just weren’t. The Bison shot an abysmal 14 percent from the 3-point line and never got into any sort of rhythm. Gonzaga played the part of the playground bully to the Bison all night long. Despite the loss, being on the same floor of the best team of the nation has its positives. For starters, taking some lumps early, especially in non-conference play, can be a fantastic experience for young teams. The Bison do not have a single senior on their roster, which gives some underclassmen the chance to step into leadership roles. Growing pains are tough, but necessary for teams hoping to contend for a conference title not just this year, but years following. Teams also learn more from failure than success. Failure gives the Bison something to work from and improve on as the season rolls along. The Summit League tends to be a grind, and South Dakota State was a team that hung with Gonzaga a few years back in the NCAA Tournament. The Bison will now head into the U.S. Bank Stadium Basketball Classic to take on the 3-1 Drake Bulldogs. Drake gives the Bison a chance to get right before Summit League play kicks A young Bison team faced the toughest possible test against No. 1 Gonzaga. off.
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Breaking Down the NFL Wild Card Five weeks left and everyone has a chance, technically David Hoffman Staff Writer
As the NFL comes to a close on the 12th week of its 17-week regular season, the teams that will advance to the playoffs and the teams that will be left out become clearer and clearer. It was nearly impossible to watch the NFL this weekend without hearing broadcasters discuss the teams who are in the playoffs and those who have been eliminated from the races. However, there are still plenty of teams who could fall either way and are looking to solidify themselves a spot in the 2019 playoff run. This is a recap of the current standings for the playoffs.
AFC Wild Card
The AFC has been full of up-and-coming stars and major upsets, and some teams have fought through the mess better than others. However, in the AFC, some teams’ hope of a playoff spot have already come to an end. At the moment, all teams are technically in with a shout of making the playoffs. But realistically, there are five teams that could be considered out of the race already. The New York Jets (3-8), Oakland Raiders (2-9) and the Cleveland Browns (4-6-1) stand on a hill too far from the wild card. The Buffalo Bills (4-7) and Jacksonville Jaguars (3-8), both playoff contenders last season, join the group of teams who won’t be in the
playoffs this year. On the other end of success, a few teams are on track to secure a playoff spot. Both the New England Patriots (8-3) and the Kansas City Chiefs (9-2) are two wins away from securing a playoff berth. The Los Angeles Chargers (8-3), who are battling the Chiefs for the AFC West crown, are also likely to secure one of the wild card spots. The AFC South is also highly contested for who will win the division. The Houston Texans currently hold the spot with an 8-3 record, but both the Indianapolis Colts (6-5) and the Tennessee Titans (56) are still within reach of taking the top spot. The AFC North is in a similar situation with the
Pittsburgh Steelers (7-3) holding the division lead, but the Cincinnati Bengals (5-6) and the Baltimore Ravens (6-5) could win the division as well. The Ravens are also currently the holder of the second wild card spot. However, their 6-5 record could easily be topped by the previously mentioned Colts, Titans and Bengals. The Miami Dolphins (5-6) and the Denver Broncos (56) are also still in the hunt.
NFC Wild Card
In the NFC, again no one is mathematically eliminated yet. Still, five teams are all but out. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (47), Detroit Lions (4-7), New York Giants (3-8), Arizona Cardinals (2-9) and San
Francisco 49ers (2-9) sit on the outer fringe of the playoff picture. The New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Rams are both in the midst of a great season, and the two 10-1 teams are only one win away from clinching their respective divisions. However, the rest of the divisions are a toss-up. In the NFC North, the Chicago Bears (8-3) currently lead the division, but the Minnesota Vikings (6-4-1) are trailing close behind. The chances are slim, but the Green Bay Packers (4-6-1) are also in the hunt for a playoff spot. With their loss in Minneapolis, the Packers will not have a tiebreaker against the Vikings. The NFC East is
currently held by the Dallas Cowboys (6-5). They are trying to fend off last year’s Super Bowl winners, the Philadelphia Eagles (56), and the Washington Redskins (6-5). Every year there seems to be one division that no team wants to win. This year, it is the NFC East. Even the Giants have an outside chance of taking the division. Both wild card spots are also up for grabs. The Vikings and Redskins hold the spots for the time being, but the Packers and Eagles are looking to lay claim. Three other teams, the Seattle Seahawks (6-5), Carolina Panthers (6-5) and the Atlanta Falcons (4-7), are also in the hunt for the NFC wild card spots.
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THE SPECTRUM | SPORTS | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2018
FCS Playoffs First Round Recap CAA loses badly as the field narrows Thomas Evanella Staff Writer
While Americans collectively woke from a tryptophan-induced lull, the FCS Playoffs began this past Saturday. Year after year, the subdivision puts on one of the NCAA’s premier title chases, and once again the action on the gridiron didn’t disappoint.
Embarrassment for the CAA
The Colonial Athletic Association was guaranteed at least one victory Saturday, when perennial power James Madison squared off with playoff-returnees Delaware. It was the only win for the CAA. The Dukes rode a thumping defensive showing to a 20-6 victory. Infighting aside, it was a gruesome showing for the conference. With six teams in the field, the CAA was granted an enormous vote of confidence from the FCS Playoff Committee. Elon, Stony Brook and Towson — all five-loss teams — presented the committee with a quandary because each had a key win over a conference foe and playoff team. On the flip side, each had valid question marks. The solution: place all three in the bracket. That trio called into question the committee’s assessment, as they all lost by multiple scores to Wofford, Southeast Missouri State and Duquesne, respectively. Now, JMU joins Maine — who earned the conference title and the No. 7 seed as a result — are the final two CAA teams standing.
The committee should be equally embarrassed
The committee took a massive swing and a miss betting on the Colonial and now has to face the music. Given how much stock the committee put into the CAA, the conference badly underperformed. This fault could be forgiven were it not for the quality of the teams immediately on the outside looking in. Indiana State, who finished the season third in the Missouri Valley and on a five-game winning streak, passed the eye test for a playoff berth. The Sycamores were ultimately the first team left out of the field, a decision made all the more questionable by the Colonial’s four losses. ISU’s absence becomes even more perplexing given
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Just as the Bison did, James Madison dispatched Delaware, the only CAA team to win in the first round. that “geographic proximity” is a consideration in the pairings. New York-based Stony Brook traveled over 900 miles to Camp Girardeau, Missouri to face the Redhawks. Rather than sending the Seawolves to take on SEMO, Indiana State could have slotted in and Stony Brook could have bumped either Elon or Towson out of the picture. Geographic considerations become even more quizzical when considering Monmouth, a college on the Jersey Shore, could have easily met these guidelines as well. The Hawks finished the season 8-3 in the Big South and were the second team out. Monmouth could have taken one of the CAA’s six spots and accommodated travel either to Pittsburgh to play Duquesne or South Carolina to meet Wofford. Of course, the Colonial’s poor showing only fans the flames of speculation. Regardless, whether or not the CAA deserved the respect the committee bestowed
upon it invites skepticism.
UNI escapes with tight win
While North Dakota State and South Dakota State enjoyed bye weeks, Northern Iowa was the only team representing the Valley. The Panthers needed all the help they could get while eking out a win over Lamar 16-13. The Cardinals scored all of their points in the first quarter, but the highly touted UNI defense responded to shut out the visitors the rest of the way. Lamar kicker Elvin Martinez missed two second-half field goal attempts, including one from 36 yards with less than three minutes to play that would have tied the score at 16. The Panthers survived in spite of an uncharacteristic performance from quarterback Eli Dunne. The senior completed merely 8 of his 22 attempts and tossed an interception. Marcus Weymiller and Trevor Allen bailed Dunne out with 244 rushing yards as the
defense stood tall. While UNI lived to see another day, they have a tall order this Saturday as they square off with high-flying UC Davis.
Colgate, Nicholls State eyeing upsets
Despite playing in the Patriot League, Colgate garnered the respect of the committee and earned the No. 8 seed. Now the Raiders will host James Madison, giving them an opportunity to prove their merit. Still, even as a seeded team playing at home, Colgate is an underdog. The Raiders completed a 9-1 season undefeated against FCS opposition with their lone loss coming to the Army Black Knights of the FBS. Linebacker T.J. Holl, Patriot League Defensive Player of the Year, leads the nation’s top defense. The unit topped the country in both scoring defense and total defense. Colgate has surrendered a meager 5.7 points
per game thanks to five shutouts. Of course, statistics go out the window against a seasoned Dukes squad. Regardless, Colgate can give JMU fits and has a fighting shot to knock off the behemoths. Nicholls State picked up perhaps the weekend’s most impressive victory, downing San Diego 49-30. As Bison fans know, the Toreros have been around the block in the playoffs and are a tricky matchup, even on the road. Still, the Colonels outlasted Anthony Lawrence and company and were sensational in the process. Nicholls State posted a whopping 606 total yards of offense against USD, a figure which bodes well heading into their second round tilt with Eastern Washington. Even without star quarterback Gage Gubrud, the Eagles have been dynamic offensively. Anticipate a defenseoptional shootout at Roos Field this Saturday, with the Colonels giving EWU a scare.
Te r r i b l e F a n t a s y A dv i c e | W e e k 1 3 Good thing there aren’t playoffs for this column Philip Atneosen Staff Writer
For most leagues, this is the final week before playoffs begin. Most of you have hopefully clinched playoff berths, but some of you might be right on the edge. Whether or not you make it to the big dance could come down to your decisions this week, and you’ve come here, of all places, for advice. Let’s face it: my predictions this season have been like the most scratched PlayStation disc you own. You never really expect it to work, but you’re thrilled when it does. This week, I’ll give you my usual starts of the week, plus a defense/special teams start of the week. Just know that if you’re leaning on my
predictions, you’re really hoping that one of those discs works even though they look like they were chewed on by a cat.
Quarterback - Josh Allen
The Buffalo Bills surprised yet again last week with a win against the Jaguars. Allen only threw for 160 yards, but he added 99 yards on the ground and had no turnovers. If you have a rough quarterback situation, Allen’s safe floor as a rushing quarterback might be just what you need to win this week. The Bills play in Miami this week, which is unfavorable, but I believe Allen’s rushing game is safe enough to start. Another good choice this week is Lamar Jackson. Like Allen,
Jackson is a fantastic rusher. The concern with Jackson is Joe Flacco. If Joe Flacco sits this week, Jackson could be great, but if Flacco starts, he won’t be a viable starter. The Ravens play in Atlanta in Week 13.
Running Back - Austin Ekeler
A really unsurprising pick at running back, Ekeler is the new starter for the Los Angeles Chargers. Melvin Gordon sprained his MCL last week, and Ekeler will be taking over the lead role for at least a couple weeks. The Chargers are away against the Steelers in Week 13, but Ekeler is a talented rusher and receiver, so he should be a safe play. Carlos Hyde is a high-risk, high-reward play this week. Leonard
Fournette is suspended for one game, and the Jaguars are benching Blake Bortles in favor of backup Cody Kessler. I expect the Jags to lean on their rushing attack as a result. Hyde saw some involvement last week and should share backfield duties with T.J. Yeldon this week. Jacksonville faces the Colts at home this week.
Wide Receiver - Josh Reynolds
Reynolds, the backup to Cooper Kupp, impressed in his Week 11 start. It looks like any pass catcher on the field for the Rams is a starting option, and Reynolds is no different. The Rams play the Lions in Week 13, which doesn’t pose a huge threat to Reynolds’ production. Adam Humphries is another
good streaming option for the week. The Buccaneers’ passing attack will continue to spread the ball around, and Humphries is a touchdown threat every game. The Bucs take on the Panthers at home Sunday.
Tight End - Jesse James
Last week, James outproduced teammate Vance McDonald in both receptions and yards. Now that McDonald is questionable, James should see an increased workload. James and the Steelers face the Chargers at home in Week 13. C.J. Uzomah is also a solid play this week. Because the Bengals lost Andy Dalton last week, backup quarterback Jeff Driskel may look to Uzomah repeatedly for high percentage throws. The
Bengals will battle against the Broncos from home this week.
D/ST - Tennessee Titans
The Titans aren’t the best streaming defense this week, but they have a fantastic upcoming schedule. This week they take on the Jets at home. The Jets’ offense performed surprisingly well against the Patriots in Week 12, but they don’t pose a big enough threat to stop me from starting the Titans D/ST this week. After this week, the Titans face the Jaguars, the Giants and the Redskins. You could start this defense in any of those matchups and get positive results. The Bills’ D/ST is a solid streaming option this week as well. They match up against the Dolphins in Week 13.
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THE SPECTRUM | NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2018
FCS PLAYOFF SCOREBOARD Montana State..................................................35 Incarnate Word................................................14 James Madison..................................................20 Delaware...........................................................06 Towson...............................................................10 Duquesne............................................................31 wofford.............................................................19 Elon....................................................................07 Southeast Missouri State...............................28 Stony Brook......................................................14 Jacksonville State...........................................34 East Tennessee State.......................................27 Northern Iowa..................................................16 Lamar.................................................................13 Nicholls State...................................................49 San diego............................................................30 GRAPHIC BY BRITTANY HOFMANN | THE SPECTRUM
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