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New Book Commemorates Distinguished SLU Professor, Dr. Harry Reiff By REBECCA DOSER NEWS EDITOR What an amazing opportunity it would be to be able to write a biography of one of your parents. Well, for Daniel Reiff, this was an opportunity he took advantage of with his publication of a volume called Teacher, Scholar, Mentor: St. Lawrence University’s Dr. Harry Reiff and his Family, 1938-1950, a docu-
mentary biography about his father, Dr. Harry Reiff. The name may sound familiar, as Dr. Harry Reiff is commemorated at St. Lawrence in many ways: through Reiff College, a portrait in the University Archives, the Dr. Henry Reiff Lounge in Hepburn Hall, the Harry Reiff Scholarship, the Dr. Henry Reiff Great Debate Fund, and a portrait in the Gunnison CONTINUED ON PAGE 10
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SUNY Potsdam Professor John Youngblood is the target of three hate letters, which began in April, 2015.
Hate Mail Threatens SUNY Potsdam Professor and Community By KATIE WILSON STAFF WRITER In April of 2015, English and Communications Professor John Youngblood of SUNY Potsdam received two racist, homophobic threats against both himself and his family. Youngblood, who has become well known for his “frank discussions” about race over the course of his thirteen years at SUNY Potsdam, is accustomed to honest, sometimes harsh, dialogue in his classrooms, according to NCPR. However, the death threats against his partner, children, and himself took Youngblood by surprise. On November 11, 2015, the reported perpetrator of the hate mail, Amjad “Mark” Hussein, was taken into custody. This past week, however, a third hate letter was sent to Youngblood. It is similar to the first two in respect to its entailment of racist and homophobic language, however, this time, the letter threatens both the professor and the wider campus community. SUNY Potsdam has responded in a series of emails issued to its
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students, in which the university states: “Our top priority is the safety of every individual on our campus, and especially our faculty member and loved ones.” In addition, the school has issued a temporary state of heightened security, in which side and basement doors will be locked and students will be required to use their key cards to access all residence halls. SUNY Potsdam is also offering a reward of a thousand dollars to any student who provides information leading to “an arrest and conviction of the person or persons behind this incident.” Professors have taken time out of their classes in an attempt to address prejudices held by certain students. University Police have maintained a presence on the grounds and within the library during the day, and students have taken to a student-created Facebook page to voice current issues present on the campus as well. The University’s reassurances and frequent police patrols have not entirely calmed students’ fears. Matoaka Riedl, a sophomore at SUNY Potsdam, states: “I feel as
though there is still more work to be done. If we [the students] sit here in silence then we are perpetuating the myth that we are okay with the events occurring around us. I don’t feel safe on this campus, and it’s not setting a good reputation for Potsdam in the outside world.” Riedl also states that she would prefer a greater police presence on campus during both the day and night, as she fears any attacks would come at the times that officers are not stationed. Unfortunately, SUNY Potsdam remains just a small piece of the mounting racial tensions present on college campuses nationwide. Recent events at various college campuses, including Yale, Harvard, the University of Missouri, and the University of Oklahoma, reveal what seems to be an increasing rate of racial discrimination on college campuses throughout the U.S. The widespread responses from students on the aforementioned campuses and outside do give some hope to the otherwise dire circumstances, but there is still much work that needs to be done regarding this issue.
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Allegiant Air plans to offer flights from Ogdensburg to Florida beginning next year.
Flying From SLU to Florida? Get Outta Town... By EMERY YOUNGER NEW EDITOR While St. Lawrence’s location, at the foot of the Adirondack Mountains and just a short drive from the St. Lawrence River, gives it easy access to incredible natural beauty, the University’s setting gives it little access to viable transportation options. St. Lawrence County is home to commercial airports in both Massena and Ogdensburg. Under a 30-minute drive from campus, Ogdensburg Airport is a convenient and low-stress option for students flying home from Can-
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ton, however, the airport currently lacks one key ingredient: destinations. Currently, the two major airports that are closest to Canton are Ottawa’s Macdonald-Cartier Airport and the Montreal-Pierre Eliot Trudeau International Airport. While both airports provide flights to numerous Canadian and American cities, travelling through these airports requires St. Lawrence students to not only drive upwards of 90 minutes, but also pass through customs twice if their final destination is within the United States.
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Mathiasen’s “Excessive NFL Celebration” An Op-Ed Response By JONATHAN TEN EYCK STAFF WRITER Sports are made great by the moments. The pinpoint strike from outside the box in soccer, a goal in hockey overtime, a running back running 60 yards and making the entire opposing team miss in football. Those are the moments that make sports fun, that make viewers jump to their feet whether they are watching at home or in person. The inevitable follow up to these moments is celebration by the succeeding team and can often be as entertaining as the play itself. Last week an article in the sports section implored athletes to “Act like you’ve been there before,” and celebrate with their team instead of individual celebrations. Focusing on football celebrations, the article said that since football is a team game athletes should keep the focus on the team instead
of highlighting themselves. I think this argument glosses over a couple things. For one, coordinated team celebrations are illegal in football so team celebrations can really only be hugs and high fives. Yes the camera usually focuses in on the touchdown scorer after a touchdown but nothing is stopping the rest of the team from doing individual celebrations as well. While football is a team game, it is enhanced by the star athletes that play it and they shouldn’t be chided for showing some individuality just because it goes against some vague definition of team. The idea that this celebrating will have a bad effect on children who view these athletes as idols misrepresents what professional athletes are. They are paid to play sports, not be mentors for children. If a child imitates poor sportsmanship they saw in a professional game it is on the adults sounding them to
show them how to act, not an athlete who has no connection to them. The article also mentions “showboating” in sports as a disturbing trend. At the amateur level I agree that sportsmanship is an important concept and players should be respectful of opponents. At the pro level, however, everyone is an adult and should be mature enough to handle someone doing a dance in the end zone. In addition, part of what makes sports fun is the rivalries. If every team was a mindless collection of identical players they would be no fun to watch. It sucks when your team is on the losing end of a celebration, but it is just as sweet to be on the winning end. Celebrations enhance sports, not diminish them. While many sports are more than games too many, we should be glad to see some athletes having some fun at their job.
White People Decide to Adapt R-Word:A Satirical Piece By TRAVIS HAMRE STAFF WRITER After many recent confrontational racial protests, white people have realized there is finally a word that their race can make just for themselves. Many well-intentioned white people have become uncomfortable and threatened for being called racist just based on the color of their skin. Although “kracker” was seen as the white insult, most whites are so privileged and unaware of racial history that they falsely believe it is just a comparison to a white saltine cracker. “If someone calls me a ‘kracker,’ I am not at all offended, but if I am called a ‘racist,’ that really cuts deep,” explained one fellow comic book enthusiasts. “For a while, there really was
not any word that was specific and highly insulting to white people, but now things have changed. I mean I associate racists with sketchy people like KKK members and Neo-Nazis and my uncle, but now the label is being put on me for no reason.” In order to take the sting away from the word “racist,” white people have decided to make it their own. Across the country, White Student Unions on college campuses, aka fraternities, are in the process of establishing specific rules for conversational use of the word. “With any racial specific word, there has to be rules that are extremely vague and appear to be constantly changing,” stated the president of Sigma Alpha Epsilon at Indiana University. “Now white people can say new
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phrases of endearment like ‘What’s up my racists?’” The current ground rules for the use of the word are as follows. Only white people can say it to each other in an endearing way, otherwise it is a highly offensive insult. Non-whites can obtain special permission from their fellow white friends, but they are cautioned to be very careful when using the word because it is considered very politically incorrect. White people hope that the discomfort surrounding the r-word will be reduced because it would be horrible for someone to feel uncomfortable and falsely judged solely based on the color of their skin. As one lax bro stated “I hate being falsely judged based on my race. I hope no one else feels this way. I doubt it though.”
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Twenty-First Climate Change Conference Commences in Paris By MATTHEW THIBAULT STAFF WRITER Recently, key world leaders met to discuss the single most important issue threatening our existence, climate change. This summit is being called in Le Bourget, a small town just outside of Paris. I applaud the French government for holding the summit and inviting key world leaders to take part in this discussion in the wake of the tragedy that befell them only two weeks prior. To President Francois Hollande, French government officials, and the citizens of Paris, kudos. I salute you. The conference is scheduled throughout the next two weeks, with representatives from countries all over the world coming together to discuss the threat of global warming, and what it could mean for the global population. President Obama, at the end of the first day of talks, sounded extremely optimistic about the conference. Together, with efforts expended by President Xi of the People's Republic of China and many other nations, we can expect to see the outcome of this summit as a step forward towards a cleaner world environment and economy. This isn't the solution. It is, however, a step forward from what was. The most optimistic scenario would be that emissions from factories and other sources would be cut down to half of what is needed to avert global catastrophe in the future. I reiterate, this is just a stepping-stone. Not a solution. On top of that, my concern over lack of action by
world governments is unfounded for now, at least. All the world leaders there are dedicated to focusing on efforts that would effectively counter emissions. The only problem is the money. While that's always the problem where governments are concerned, I'm confident that the politicians will be able to sort that out. Even Vladimir Putin, a man who was quoted as saying that maybe global warming would keep Russians from spending money on fur coats, was there and in full support of the talks. He is now on par with President Obama on the issue, which can prove to be valuable, considering Russia is one of the largest emissions producers in the world. As the conference continues, I will watch for several things, one of them being a clear consensus by the gathered politicians on a goal they need to achieve. As far as I'm aware, nothing like that has happened yet, but by the time this gets published, it could happen, so keep your eyes peeled. In general, this talk is what we need. The past two haven't exactly done what needed to be done, and this is where the Paris talks will get us moving. I think that, with the pressure of 150 nations and around 30,000 representatives, things will get done in relatively short order. For the first time in our lifetimes, we may actually be able to see some progress in the vein of global warming, and as a result, we may be able to pull ourselves out of a bleak future, and into a bright one. All we needed is a steppingstone.
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Why They Hate Us
Exploring the United States’s Lasting Impact on the Middle East By DANIEL BANTA STAFF WRITER
The grisly terrorist attacks carried out in Paris last week were yet another painful reminder of the ongoing war Islamic extremists are waging against the world. It is hard for us to make sense of the bloodshed, brutality, and rage behind their strike. Every new body bag begs the question, why do they hate us? Although this question is incredibly complex and books could be and have been written about it, many still arrive at an overly simplistic answer. Scroll through politically charged Facebook fights or listen to the media and you will hear a common refrain. Many point their finger at the terrorists and say, “they hate our freedom and way of life.” Although pleasingly simple, this position is largely wrong and fails to provide a constructive framework for understanding or resolving the issue. Even more worrisome, characterizing their actions as a response to our freedom belies our own role in ISIS and other extremist groups’ rise to power. If our freedom was the cause of the extremists’ ire, this violence would have manifested itself centuries ago. We have been a free nation (if you ignore slavery, segregation and ongoing LGBT bigotry) for centuries. Islam has existed for even longer. However, Islamic extremism is a modern phenomenon, there has to be more to it. When you point a finger at someone else, you have three fingers pointing back at you. Our fingerprints are all over the region. A lot of the instability in the area can be traced back to the origins of the modern state boundaries. After World War I, France and England carved up the Middle East to satiate their imperial appetites. Drawing the boundaries of nations to satisfy personal interests, and completely ignoring the ethnic, cultural, and political realities of the territory, is a recipe for instability. America has also played its part in antagonizing and destabilizing the Middle East. In 1953, the United States helped facilitate a coup in Iran that ousted a democratically elected prime minister and installed an unpopular dictator in his place. In 1979, this dictator, Shah Pahlavi, was deposed in a revolution that ushered in an Islamic government that resented the West. After the discovery of oil in the region, America allied itself with a strict Saudi regime that promulgates an austere brand
of Islam. When Iraq invaded the oil rich nation of Kuwait in 1990, the United States led a coalition that soundly beat back Iraqi forces. However, after the conflict concluded, America still maintained a military force in the region. The presence of American troops in Saudi Arabia angered Osama bin Laden and his fellow jihadists. In 1998, Osama Bin Ladin issued a fatwa that cited the presence of American soldiers in the Arabian Peninsula as a reason for his attacks. The most salient example of destructive American intervention occurred in 2003, when America invaded Iraq and toppled Saddam Hussein. The war killed an estimated 100,000 Iraqi civilians, and is considered by many to have been waged under false pretenses. The United States cited evidence of Hussein possessing, or at least attempting to acquire, weapons of mass destruction, but none were ever found.
“Although our previous actions may partly explain the terrorist attacks, they do not justify them.” While attempting to rebuild the country, America disbanded the entire Iraqi army and, in a policy known as de-Baathification, fired tens of thousands of government officials belonging to the Baath party. Many of these now jobless individuals joined the insurgency or other extremist groups. When American troops left Iraq in 2011, ISIS gained a foothold due, in part, to the power vacuum our absence created. The West is being attacked because of how we have dealt with the Middle East, not solely because of our freedom. However, I want to be clear; although our previous actions may partly explain the terrorist attacks, they do not justify them. What transpired in France, Lebanon, Egypt and elsewhere is inexcusable and morally depraved. ISIS must be destroyed. Acknowledging how we have erred in the past allows us to make informed decisions in the future. If our very presence in the Middle East is what engendered so much anger in the first place, invading Syria to destroy ISIS is not a viable solution. In order to end Islamic extremism, America needs to learn from its mistakes and stop stoking the flames that fuel it.
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Hannah Bakey ‘16, Mallory Garretson ‘15, Anna Kowanko ‘16, and Kaycee Gilbert ‘15 climbed the minaret tower of a mosque in New Delhi.
Dear Dub: The Woes and Wonders of Women Traveling Abroad
By KRISTEN JOVANELLY STAFF WRITER This Dear Dub is being written in the same journal that has given me the chance to spit, sing, shout, and pen soliloquies over the past ten days of Evelyn, Seneth and me wandering, farming, and itching our way around bits and pieces of Jamaica. Amongst the pages are pressed flowers, long descriptions of landscapes that trickle into nonsensical mutterings as the next landscape morphs to be more beautiful than the last, and, of course, a few blood stains from tenacious mosquitoes. If I could only capture the orchestra of sounds as things of many legs, colors and movements coo around me, each of which I’m imagining crawling up my legs. However, the nature of my veneration of our travels is misleading. Parallel to my vision, viewed retrospectively through glasses tinted with hibiscus, is a portrait of three women traveling in Jamaica, and the corresponding difficulties we met. I don’t seek to admonish the female traveler, but instead to shed light upon very real experiences that are important to acknowledge. Tales of waterfalls and coconut jelly often can drown out an orchestra different than that aforementioned, one of hissing, clicks and suggestive and sexual locutions and names. Reports of sexual assault to tourists pepper into major media headlines, ranging from resorts in the Caribbean to buses in New Delhi. Typically, reports of attacks are well covered in the news, heightening a state of danger for female travelers, and their loved ones on home soil. These reports especially trigger an alarm for those who
seek to travel beyond familiar destinations to experiences for more immersive experiences. Consequently, females are compelled to contemplate the worth of our bodily integrity against our desire to see the world. Our perception of travel boundaries are intertwined with the time of day we choose to travel, the places alleged to be “safe”, the length of our skirts, and the color of our eyes and hair. We wonder if these boundaries are conditional, if the stories paint a reality representative of the whole story. Above all, we wonder, in 2015, what is the actual risk for women traveling abroad? Delving into statistics, I’m coming to conclusions that statistics, most likely, are not conclusive. What I mean is that reports of assault in countries are deeply entrenched in corruption and a cultural disposition to ignore violence considered to be standard. The trend that reports imply is that the more women, particularly western women, travel abroad the more they are at risk. However, these assumptions are difficult to substantiate, particularly as sexual assault cases are so common in the United States and Western Europe (270,000 in the US in 2010 according to Department of Justice). Additionally, these trends may be perpetuated by what gets media coverage. As Cristina Finch director of Amnesty International USA’s Women’s Human Rights Program said in 2014, “On average, attacks against white women worldwide receive more coverage than attacks against women of color. It’s undoubtedly a double standard.” In fact, our media likely does not contextualize the individual
incidents of assaults on tourists with the frequency and severity of assault occurring regularly within a country. Patriarchal societies may perpetuate the idea that women are the property of men, leading to sexualized violence. Yet, here lies a very fine line, as victim blaming is still not an acceptable course of action in light of sexual assault, regardless of destination. If a woman chooses to venture off the beaten path, in no way is it her fault if she is sexually assaulted. Yet while considering cultural boundaries, it is imperative to recognize that due to the cultural stigmas in different places, not everybody may view sexual assault in this way. Therefore, it is important to consider your safety and comfort-level when traveling alone. As we realized, moments of awe and wonder can quickly be extinguished by moments of embarrassment, of shame, and of fear. Further, those feelings may not be the intention of the person(s) causing them, but rather a result of cultural difference in social ideology, one that we endured in order to understand it as part of our experience. To be more aware, travelers, male and female, can check State Departments for travel warnings or for message boards specifically pertaining to topics like women traveling alone, which can be found on websites like Lonely Planet. Physical and sexual violence knows no national or cultural barriers, and the different orchestras of the little things in the world are worth being heard. After all, in the words of Miriam Beard, “Travel is more than the seeing of sites; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the eyes of living.”
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Security Blotter Middle East Tense After Turkey Nov 19 12:25 AM Drug policy violation in Reiff Hall. Nov 19 1:04 AM Drug policy and alcohol policy violations in Lee Hall. Nov 19 2:05 PM Damage to a vehicle in Parking Lot H. Nov 19 4:02 PM Vandalism to an exit sign in Gaines Hall. Nov 20 6:14 PM Report of a beer pong table at 5 University (Java House) during CA closing. Nov 20 7:10 PM Sign that belonged to the Village of Canton discovered during the closing of a Townhouse. Nov 20 7:30 PM BB gun pellets discovered in a room in Sykes during a CA closure. Nov 20 6:43 PM Dismantled light switch discovered in a room at 1 Lincoln St. (the Hub) during a CA closure. Nov 20 7:18 PM Hat covering a smoke detector, candles, and a bag with traces of marijuana were discovered in a room in 78 Park St. (Commons) during a CA closure. Nov 20 7:18 PM Smoke detector covered by hat in discovered in a different room of 78 Park St. (Commons), as well as two ash trays and leftover joints. Nov 20 7:51 PM Report of a large ax that was discovered in a room at Dean Eaton during a CA closure. Nov 20 7:51 PM Report of a large knife located in a room in Dean Eaton during a CA closure. Nov 20 9:55 PM Candles, incense, matches and ash tray found in 5 University (Java House) during a CA closure. Nov 20 10:10 PM Four candles confiscated from a Townhouse during a closing. Nov 22 2:33 PM Vandalism to a thermostat at the Townhouses found during closing. Nov 29 10:35 AM Report of an individual who had passed out in Dana. Transported to CPH. Nov 29 5:02 PM Subject ticketed after failing to stop for a Security Officer after they did not stop at a stop sign on Romoda Dr. Nov 29 11:52 PM Noise policy violation in Sykes Hall. Nov 30 1:45 AM Report of an ill student in Huellet. Transported to CPH. Nov 30 6:50 PM Student charged with petty larceny from the SLC DOT building on Park St. Nov 30 2:00PM Ill student in KDH. Transported to CPH. Dec 1 9:45 PM Report of struck vehicle in Parking lot B. SEMESTER RUNNING TALLIES: Bike Thefts: 18 | DWIs: 1 Open Containers: 8 | Alcohol-Related Transports: 31
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Shoots Down Russian Jet
By ANDREW WATSON STAFF WRITER Syria continues to be the epicenter for conflict and geopolitical gamesmanship. On November 24, Turkish F-16s shot down a Russian Su-24 jet that Turkey has accused of violating its airspace. As noted by Politico and others, this is the first time in fifty years that a NATO member country has taken action against the Russian Air Force. The ongoing air fight in Syria this fall is also the first time since World War II that NATO and Russia have shared the same airspace. In October, Turkey warned Russia of consequences after Russian jets violated Turkish airspace. The warning was followed by an October 5 statement from NATO about the “dangerous level” of Russian engagement in Northern Syria and violations of Turkish sovereignty. According to Turkish officials, on the morning of the 24th a plane whose nationality, they say ,was unknown at the time violated Turkish airspace bordering Northern Syria. An official statement from the military stated that the pilot was warned “ten times within five minutes” and when they refused to leave the airspace “two F-16 planes… intervened…in accordance with the rules of engagement at 9:24 a.m.” The US military confirmed that they heard the ten warnings given by Turkish military officials and heard no Russian response. One pilot was killed by the crash, the second survived, and a third Russian involved died as part of the rescue mission. The pilot was killed by gunfire from the Free Syrian Army as he was parachuting to the ground, according to the Wall Street Journal. The Free Syrian Army is an opposition group operating in Northern
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The location of the crash was along the Turkey-Syria border.
Syria. They are also responsible for shooting down the Russian helicopter that flew in to rescue the pilots, which caused the second casualty. Russian President Vladimir Putin was visibly furious in addressing the incident, calling it “a stab in the back” by “the accomplices of terrorists.” The Russian government has released their own findings saying the Russian Su-24 never violated Turkish airspace and was always within the Syrian border. Per The Economist, Putin went on to say that the Turkish government is protecting Daesh (commonly known as the Islamic State or ISIS). He also stated, per CNN, that the reason for shooting down the plane was to protect trade routes that Putin said move illegal oil from Daesh territories into Turkey on “an industrial scale.” While Russia accuses Turkey of assisting Daesh, Russian airstrikes have hit a strip of land called Rojava that is inhabited by Syrian born Turks. According to VICE, the border area is home to the Syrian Turkmen Brigades. These militia groups are supported by Turkey and trained by their Special Forces but condemned as terrorists by Russia. The international community has criticized Russia for not focusing on the Daesh, but instead going after other groups they label as terrorists, such as the
Syrian Turkmen Brigades. The downing of the Russian Su24 also has implications for other heads of state attempting to cooperate with Russia. NATO called an emergency meeting immediately after the incident to prevent any further escalation. Barack Obama accused Russia of straying from its stated mission of destroying Daesh and instead striking what he called “moderate opposition forces.” French President Francis Hollande has attempted to de-escalate the situation as he seeks Russian and US cooperation to strike Daesh following the November 13 Paris attacks that left 129 dead. The current climate talks at COP21 in Paris will provide a place for meetings between the involved countries. President Obama stated Tuesday morning at COP21 that Turkey had the right to defend itself but that tensions should be deescalated and that a solution is needed. Russian President Tayyip Erdogan and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated they did not plan to further inflame the tensions. The Economist commented on both Putin and Erdogan’s nationalistic leanings and said they would both likely flex their strategic muscles in the near future. It remains to be seen if Erdogan will make good on his threat, or if the conflict can be limited to this singular incident.
Outside The Bubble: Mass Shooting Spike, Protestors Under Fire By EDITORIAL EXEC BOARD
This week saw a continuation of national trends in lives lost due to gun violence. While some have claimed it as domestic terrorism, others press onward in their fight for second amendment rights. Three incidents in particular sparked outcry across the country. Details at press time are were follows. San Bernardino, California On the morning of Wednesday, December 2, an armed man and woman killed at least 14 people, wounding an addition 17. This is the largest mass kill-
ing since the Sandy Hook shooting in 2012. The married couple, Syed Farook and Tashfeen Malik, were shot dead by police after fleeing the scene in an SUV. Approximately 21 officers were involved in the shootout. The event took place at an office holiday party at the Inland Regional Center for the developmentally disabled. Police allege that Farook was present at the party and left early, seemingly angry. He worked as an environmental health specialist. Local police are fairly certain that these two are the only shooters involved and have
taken no further suspects into custody. Terrorism has not been ruled out as a motive, according to David Bowdich, assistant director of the Los Angeles F.B.I. department. President Obama is, once again, calling for reformed background checks and restrictions in access to guns. Minneapolis, Minnesota Jamar Clark, 24-year-old black male, was shot in the head by city police while allegedly in handcuffs on November 15. Clark was suspected of CONTINUED ON PAGE 5
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SLU Alumnus Discusses Paris Climate Talk and Emerging Trends in U.S. Energy Production By EMERY YOUNGER NEWS EDITOR
This week heads of state have gathered in Paris to discuss the future of global energy regulations in order to start a unified effort to combat climate change. The United States has been seen as a cornerstone of this conference as negotiators from around the world have come together to seek a solution. On Tuesday SLU’s government honors society, Pi Sigma Alpha, hosted Bob Meyers ’76 to discuss the emerging trends in energy policy and the expected outcomes of the Paris conference. After graduating St. Lawrence, Meyers went on to attend Georgetown University Law Center and work on Capitol Hill for over two decades. On the Hill, Meyers served as Deputy Chief Counsel for Energy and Environment and Environmental Counsel for the House Energy and Commerce Committee, as well as Chief of Staff for a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. He continued his career at the Environmental Protection Agency, where he served as acting Assistant Administrator and Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator. Meyers distinguished career in public service, as well as his current position as a senior counsel in the Washington, D.C. office of Crowell & Moring and a member of the firm’s Environment &
Natural Resources Group, made him uniquely qualified to discuss trends in energy production with the SLU community. Throughout his talk, Meyers acknowledged the difficult nature of predicting the United States’ future energy industry. “Fifty years ago, it was predicted that in the 21st century 50% of energy would be from nuclear power plants,” explained Meyers. Today, however, less than 20% of energy is derived from nuclear sources. “Energy policy is disrupted by unforeseen events,” he stated. For example, in the 1970s American energy systems were deeply impacted by the OPEC oil embargo. Furthermore economic, regulatory, technological, and policy changes can cause great changes in American energy trends. However on a global scale, one thing is easier to predict. “Energy consumption is expected to increase throughout Russia and the developing world,” said Meyers. This expansion in consumption further complicates the efforts of the Paris conference to reduce carbon emissions, which are the chief driver behind global climate change. Many feel that despite these aggressive calls for carbon emission reduction, energy consumption will stay the same. Meyers presented numerous graphs showing that American energy sources have changed little over
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The government’s EIA shares Meyers view regarding the consistency of energy production sources.
the past 75 years. “In order to get anywhere near 80% of reduced carbon emissions you’re going to have to see massive redevelopment,” added Meyers. Despite the United States’ tendency to stick to the status quo, American energy producers are beginning to shift away from their reliance on coal. “Coal is seriously under assault right now,” stated Meyers. While solar and wind have become more competitive in their pricing, the coal industry has seen a large-scale reduction in profits. As the Paris talks move forward, it is difficult to predict what they will accomplish. “They are not certain of what they’re going to end up with,” said Meyers, “It’s
Professors Explain: COP 21 By EMMA CUMMINGS-KRUEGER
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
For much of the environmentally conscious population at St. Lawrence, the start of the twentyfirst international Conference of Parties (COP) in Paris this Monday was a massive opportunity for global change. For others on campus, COP 21 is simply an ambiguous news headline, too technical to fully grasp. In order to foster understanding and support for COP 21, three SLU professors hosted an informational panel on Monday evening for students and community members. Jon Rosales of Environmental Studies, Jessica Prody in Rhetoric and Communication Studies, and Daniel McLane of Sociology met in Griffiths with their presentation “[Earth].” As Rosales explained immediately, the brackets above represent the phrasing of the COP 21 legislative documents, which utilize brackets to indicate uncertainty. Rosales noted that the majority of COP document drafts contain such ambiguities. He continued in outlining the history of annual COPs, stemming from the 1993 Earth Summit and beginning of-
ficially in 1995. This month’s COP will run through December 11, if all goes according to plan. In the past, USA delegates have been known to walk out of international negotiations. At present, most regulations enforced by the Kyoto Protocol and COPs 17 and 19 are strictly voluntary. This year, legally binding pledge-and-review agreements are finally on the table for a new commitment period. “Policy makers will really run this meeting,” Rosales said. Developing scientific consensus regarding climate change is “a main component of the negotiations that will happen in Paris, and it’s one that some countries and policy makers want to ignore because it’s inconvenient.” A major roadblock in previous negotiations centered around the concept of “common but differentiated responsibilities” for developing and developed countries. Drawing this line of differentiated commitments is more than a political issue, but includes social implications, explained McLane. “Think about context of the space between the developed and developing world,” he said. “These politics are going to be central in
Paris. This helps us understand the tension moving forward in these negotiations” Factors ranging from infant mortality and natural resource use will play a role on the international stage this month. Naturally, the socio-political atmosphere in Paris is still reeling after recent terrorist attacks. The generally activist-heavy COP is now under severe regulation encompassing public marches, protests, and demonstrations. Prody outlined the role and pathways of civilian activism at the COP 21 conference, rooted in a purpose of “wanting to impact the action of world leaders.” “There are a variety of things that shape social movements including global goals, by state politics or national power structures,” Prody said. As Paris continues in a state of emergency, demonstrations around the globe have sprouted in support. “Marches and human chains across the world are sending the message instead,” she said. With so many factors reaching a climax in Paris, Rosales, McLane, Prody, and environmental activists around the world will wait anxiously for a committed global change.
possible that after two week they’ll end up with nothing.” However, even if the talks in Paris result in a comprehensive plan it is difficult to tell if Congress will ratify those agreements. With Washington’s current partisan deadlock, it is unlikely that the Senate will approve any binding agreement. The Obama administration will then be given the task of determining how to enact any reforms without the approval of Congress. One option would be to justify any new treaties from Paris as an extension of existing UN treaties. However, Meyers cautions that such a justification would be difficult to defend. Additionally, the Obama administration could enact an executive action to enforce
the agreement. “There are a lot of ways to skin this cat,” added Meyers. Meyers’ talk was a valuable introduction to many students regarding the future challenges of energy policy as well as the difficulties of the Paris conference. “I thought it was an engaging talk and especially relevant given the high-profile nature of Paris,” said Anna Brouillette ’17, who currently serves as President of Pi Sigma Alpha. While it is unclear how the Paris conference will unfold, it is evident that the pressing nature of climate change and the rigidity of the energy sector will continue to conflict with each other.
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Dyke struck McDonald 16 times, 9 shots of which were fired at his back. Dashboard video from the scene recorded Van Dyke shooting McDonald within seconds of exiting his vehicle. The video, however, had been previously withheld until just this month. Cook Country Attorney Anita Alvarez advocated the video’s withholding, instead offering a $5 million settlement to the McDonald family. The family had not yet pressed charges against the state at the time of payment, according to CNN. 400 days after McDonald’s shooting, Alvarez filed charges against Van Dyke, who has a lengthy history of excessive force and police misconduct complaints. As of this week, Van Dyke has been charged with first degree murder and will face sentencing later this month. Immediately following the video’s release, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel forced the city’s police superintendent, Garry McCarthy to resign. In light of the case, Chicago protestors are calling for the additional resignation of Alvarez from her position. Follow our updates on these stories online at thehillnews.org and the THN Facebook page.
disrupting paramedics as they worked to aid an assault victim, for whom they were called to the scene. Witnesses and police disagree whether Clark was effectively handcuffed at the time of shooting. A video tape from nearby security cameras has the potential to reveal the answer, but has been withheld as further investigation is conducted. In protest of Clark’s shooting and delayed release of video, protestors have gathered outside of Minneapolis Police Department’s 4th precinct for weeks following the incident. In several public statements, Clark’s spoke out against violent protests, and has been partially credited with quelling potential riots. On November 23 at 10:40 p.m., four men fired shots, wounding five protestors. No demonstrators were killed. The four alleged shooters were arrested that week, two of which have since posted bail and been released. Court proceedings to follow. Chicago, Illinois Over a year ago in October, 2014, Chicago PD officer Jason Van Dyke shot and killed black teenager Laquan McDonald. Van
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View of Montreal from the Mount Royal Lookout.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Montreal
BY NATALIE SQUILLACE STAFF WRITER
A few weekends ago, a plethora of SLU students made their way to Montreal to watch the Chainsmokers at New City Gas. But while you all “raged your faces off ” at the concert, the rest of Montreal had a lot more to offer. Next time you visit this beautiful city, be sure to check out these places. Apartment 200 Zach Macklovitch, the owner and founder of Apartment 200, was inspired to open the club after traveling to New York and Toronto. He wanted to bring loft-style partying to Montreal. “We put it together to create the ultimate high end house party,” Macklovitch said, “it’s casual yet cool and you never know who you’re going to see inside.” While inside you do not have to feel like you are stuck in a club because “there’s room to chat with friends, the music isn’t too loud, there’s an arcade to play games and there’s a dance floor where DJs come to perform,” said Montreal native, Arianne Boisvert ’18. Thai Express It’s a shame that this fast food chain has not been brought
to the U.S. Whipping up classic Thai meals like stir fry, pad Thai, general Thai chicken and fried rice, this place offers an alternative to fast food that is delicious and affordable (and the food is served in cute take out boxes). Thai express is a “higher end fast food place somewhere along the lines of a Thai version of Chipotle,” said Montreal foodie Emma Rollins. Moxie’s Grill and Bar Moxie’s has “two separate dining areas so it’s nice because if you’re looking for a more intimate meal you can sit in the dining room that is quiet and fancier, but if you’re going for a more casual meal, the upstairs has music and TVs and is more like a sports bar,” said Rollins. She recommends the Parmesan chicken and crispy prosciutto sandwich – not only is it delicious but it is also the perfect portion. Moxie’s is centrally located, has a good atmosphere, good service and even better food. St. Joseph’s Oratory A church usually is not the first place you think to visit on a weekend trip, but the Oratory is one of the most popular landmarks in Montreal and is definitely worth visiting on a nice
(warmish) day. Boisvert ’18 has been visiting since she was a little girl and says that even though she is not very religious, “just being there makes you believe in something bigger than yourself.” It sits on the top of a hill overlooking Montreal, so not only do you get nice views inside the church, but outside too. Mount Royal Lookout There are multiple lookouts in Montreal but this one is particularly nice because a park is located within walking distance and is always bustling with joggers, dog-walkers and tourists. “Montreal is such a beautiful place and it’s cool to see it from a different angle and really appreciate it,” said Sam Marini, a jogger at the lookout. Montreal Canadiens Game “The Montreal Canadiens are known to have one of the greatest fan bases in the NHL and the atmosphere is electric,” said season ticket holder Alain Boisvert, “whether the Habs are winning or losing the fans will always stay by their side.” The Belle Center is a great place to watch a game and a fun outing that brings people together. After all, you cannot go to Canada without seeing some hockey!
Bachelorette of the Week: Margaret Mauch ‘17 Zodiac Sign: Scorpio Hometown: Massena, NY Major: Environmental Studies and Business
5-year reunion? I hope to have done the things that I’ve said I’ve wanted to do and not let them continue to be on my bucket list.
Best quality? I’m empathetic and kind.
Go to Sergi’s order? Gluten-free Mikeys with a side of hot sauce.
Favorite weekend jam? “Get Low” by Lil Jon and The East Side Boyz.
Best dating advice for the ladies of SLU? Don’t settle for someone’s appearence, instead, take the time to get to know them on a more personal level.
What are your hobbies? I love hiking and running, I teach Zumba, and I’m a member of the St. Lawrence County Jail Book Club. How can a guy get your attention? By making genuine eye contact during conversation. What are you looking for in a potential love interest? Someone who is kind, compassionate and takes the time to get to know my family.
Any romantic aspirations for your semester abroad in Australia? I’m hoping to have a romantic encounter under an exotic Australian waterfall. Do you believe in soulmates? I think I do. I believe in many soulmates: different people who come into your life at different times for different purposes.
Do you have any special talents? Zumba has taught me many talents. Anyone who knows me will get that.
Do you see yourself marrying someone from St. Lawrence? I have a lot of life left to live and places to go. I know I’ll find someone, but it doesn’t have to be here.
What are you hoping to have accomplished before our
Anything else? Shout out to Trap House 201!
A Toast to Bread: Jeff’s Guide to Breadmaking BY JEFF MOGAVERO STAFF WRITER Over Thanksgiving Break, I went out on a limb and decided to bake dinner rolls for my family’s feast. I am not much of a baker, so this was an entirely new experience for me. Would they be delectably fluffy and soft like the rolls you buy at the store? Or more likely, would I accidentally produce little bricks of congealed flour and yeast good for little more than throwing at siblings? I found my questioning silently echoed by my family, who had their doubts in my baking ability. Let’s be real, how many people grew up slathering slices of Wonderbread with peanut butter
and jelly, never giving a thought to how that bread came to be? I, for one, never considered just how one makes bread. It was just another food that came in a package and tasted delicious. But at some point, my days of white bread ended, and my mother started purchasing cardboard for our sandwiches. I mean whole wheat bread. And so the first page in my bread life-history was turned. After getting over the cardboard phase, I realized that bread without pounds of added sugar and bleached grains stripped of anything worthwhile could actually taste good! Gone were the days of making a ball of white bread and cramming it into my mouth, a candy in disguise. Now, I crammed breads
with weird nut things into my mouth (lathered with peanut butter and Nutella of course). But eventually, I hopped on the 30,000-year-old bandwagon of baking my own bread. Bread, whether soft and pillowy dinner rolls, a slice of cinnamon raisin bread for breakfast, or a rosemary loaf hot out of the oven, can actually be very easy to make. For a basic loaf, all that is necessary is flour, a small amount of sugar, water, and yeast! Yeast are the fantastic little fungi that make bread rise. Mix some yeast in warm water with some sugar, and the yeast become “activated” and munch away at the sugar, creating a carbon dioxide-filled bubble bath party in your chosen vessel.
And fun fact, Saccharomyces cervisiea, or brewer’s yeast, is the same yeast species that makes both your favorite carbohydrateladen drink (beer) alcoholic, and bread possible. With the frothy water/yeast/bubble concoction, add flour until you have a nice dough ball. Give your dough ball a Swedish massage (also known as kneading) before letting that orb of flour rest for an hour or so. While “resting,” the yeast is in fact going to town munching away at sugar and producing more carbon dioxide. In turn, when you come back to check out your bread baby, it will have greatly increased in size! Pound that puppy down, shape into a bread pan, and bake away! Easy as pie (and by that I mean bread).
With a nip in the air, head to your dorm’s kitchen and make use of those ovens! Find yourself a great bread recipe and impress your friends with your masterful baking skills. Don’t have any yeast lying around? Have no fear, that’s what beer bread is for! Combine three cups of selfrising flour, a half-cup of sugar, and that beer that has been lying around your room since before break. Put that in the oven at 375 degrees for about an hour, and you have bread! There is no excuse for not making yourself some heartwarming bread in the next few weeks. Oh, and for the record, nobody lost a tooth eating the rolls I made for Thanksgiving. Now go get baked!
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Colorful condoms are both practical and festive.
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Informing the Contraceptive Conversation: Condoms and The Pill By EMMA HENNESSEY STAFF WRITER
Contraceptives. They are one of the most talked about thing on college campuses that are never “really” talked about in serious, factual discussion. It’s as if they are one of the last taboos from our impressionable preteen years. Though we chat about them with our doctors and friends or reach for them after gaining consent in the heat of the moment, how often do we really have conversations about the things we seem to be using all the time? Though our access to a liberal arts education may have broken down some outmoded sociocultural taboo barriers, allowing us to openly discuss previously forbidden topics from politics to religion to our hidden love for Boys Like Girls, it can sometimes seem like we are more comfortable blowing up a lost condom into a snake-like balloon animal at a party than discussing what the benefits and hazards of these very important types of birth control are. And in case you don’t feel like whipping out your laptop in the Pub to do some quick condom research over a slice of pizza, here are some quick facts and misconceptions about birth control. You could go on all day
about the various types available, so I will condense it down to the most popular three. First, let’s quickly acknowledge that while protection against STI’s is incredibly important, this conversation will focus solely on birth control options, as these tend to be the most politicized. Condoms are the most widely known and referenced form of contraceptives. They are most commonly made of latex, and it is very important to note that these types of condoms do not jibe with any kind of oil based lube; using one can cause these handy tools to slip or break. Not fun. Those with a latex allergy can turn to other materials, such as lambskin or “natural” condoms, but should be warned that these do not protect against STI’s and STD’s. Polyurethane or polyisoprene condoms, however, get the whole job done. Condoms, beside being practical, also have ribbing options and come in different sizes, flavors, even glow in the dark options. There’s no shame in stocking a healthy variety in your bedside table. While traditional condoms can be incredibly useful at preventing STIs and pregnancy, they generally only have an 85 percent effectiveness rate: condoms can expire, and, when
put on incorrectly or kept in a wallet and subjected to wear and tear, they can and do break. The female condom, a latex like pouch inserted inside a female partner, provides another option, though it is susceptible to similar issues as the traditional condom. To increase the effectiveness of contraceptives, it is always better to use dual protection, or two or more forms of birth control at once. Partners who already know one another’s STI status may just not like the way condoms feel and not want to use them. This is common scenario among college studies. For that reason it is important to know about the other forms of birth control as well, though these may not be as readily available. Birth control pills, colloquially known as “the pill,” are still the most widely used form of contraceptive in the United States. However, there still seems to be a lot of misinformation about one of the most widely prescribed medications in the country. I will admit that while I always aim to be somewhat selfsufficient, while I can change a tire and fix 3 University’s running toilet, I actually had very minimal knowledge about how the pill worked prior to
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writing this article; and I am not in the minority. After a quick and very unscientific study around campus, I was surprised to find that many of my lady peers were quite confused about the science of the little pill they take everyday, and males even more so. After some brief investigative research and speaking with the head of the Health Center, Darlene Dunn, I can share a brief refresher for the rest of you who too have forgotten, or never bothered to learn, the nitty-gritty details since about our favorite little pill. Hormonal birth control, like the pill, the shot, or the patch, all work by affecting women’s levels of progesterone and estrogen.
associated with the ways their bodies are already naturally changing when they are the age they start to using it. For some women, birth control pills can help with menstrual cramps, mood changes, acne, polycystic ovary syndrome, and it has been shown to lower the risk of ovarian and endometrial cancer. Women historically did not have their periods for as long as women do today, so it is actually a health benefit, not a risk, to stop ovulation for a bit, despite what people who have moral or ethical objections to the pill (which is of course, their choice) might say. As with everything involving our bodies, it is important to remember that there is no “one
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The pill is essential method for couples who prefer to enjoy sex sans condom.
These two hormones are found naturally in women, but by altering the body’s amounts, we can medically prevent women from ovulating. Contrary to popular belief, the pill will not make you gain weight (I know, I know, I did not believe this either, but the science backs it up!). Birth control pills contain far less estrogen than they did when they originally entered the market, making them safer, and without many of the previous side effects, such as a modest weight gain. So, don’t let this worry deter you from trying the pill. The weight women do gain while taking it is suspected to be
size fits all” medication. Birth control pills come in hundreds of different iterations, with different levels of progesterone and estrogen, and every woman will react to hormonal birth control differently. Some may not react at all, and others may experience common side effects, such as weight gain or breast tenderness. Dunn suggests trying a few combinations before you completely give up on the pill. Figuring out which medication works best for you is much easier if you tell your healthcare provider honestly about any side effects you may experience.
The Singing Sinners Present 62nd Annual Winter Concert Tonight at 7:00
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Cocktail of the Week: Holiday Peppermintini
Peterson Kermani Performance Hall Ring in the holiday season with the musical stylings of SLU’s only all-female acapella group!
Ingredients:
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1 shot vanilla rum 1 shot white chocolate liqueur 1 shot peppermint schnapps Candy cane to garnish
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add all ingrediants. Turn on your favorite holiday jam and shake it before straining into a martini glass. Add peppermint stick for a colorful flair, or crush and use it to garnish the rim of the glass.
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Puff, Pea, or Parka?
What to wear today with the Canton Winter looming By MAEVE WALSH STAFF WRITER The days are getting shorter and our assignments are getting longer, a sure indication winter is upon us. Yes, the days of mittens and visible breath are upon us once more, but before you reach under your bed to pull out the old down jacket take a look at what new trends winter has in store, to send you out into the snow in style. Super Ski: When I think of ski-slopes, the first thing that comes to mind is vintage posters of Aspen skiers in brightly colored-coats, tearing up powder with smiles on their faces. This seasons latest coat trend makes this image a true reality, revamping 80’s ski gear in a seriously chic manner. Ski jackets are getting shorter, tighter in fit, and amped up with rad sheens and colors. Though still down-filled for added protection against mountain chills, these coats are turning the
slopes into a runway. My pick? The freestyle jacket by SAM: in neon shades of yellow, pink, and blue. Everyone you pass on the way down the slopes will not be able to help staring. Tough Edges: one of the toughest parts about winter fashion is the lack of individuality. As most coats are picked for functionality, it’s seemingly easier to go for a simple, black puffer jacket, instead of something with a unique edge. Thankfully, for those who prefer to stand out even in the cold months, designers have begun to put a little edge back into winter gear. This seasons coats are sporting tough details like fur, patches, and even leather accents. Take the SAM waxed parka, fiber-filled, but decked out with toggled cords to cinch the waist, or the duck-down filled Mackage jacket with tonal leather sleeves. Warm enough even in NoCo temperatures,
but stylish enough to make you stand out in the crowd. The Trench: This last winter fad is truly a classic. Yes, the trench coat is making a serious comeback, and with fabulous updates that will be sure to set it apart from the ones your parents may own. Todays trenches are in every shade from mute nude to slate grey, and have a cool-casualness not many can emulate. Forget the typical cinch waist, four-button structure; these trenches are down to the ankles with the airiness of wrap sweater. Need something that transitions to the work place? Try the classic tailored coat from Maison Scotch, made in a wool blend that keeps out the snow but with a cool singlebutton closure that screams modern. No matter which coat style you choose this winter, now you will be prepared to combat any weather that may arise, and look trendy while doing so!
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A Review of FX’s The Americans By CORY LATOR STAFF WRITER Could you ever find yourself rooting for the Soviets during the Cold War? If you watch The Americans then you probably will find yourself doing so. The show, which airs on FX, focuses on a Soviet couple that live in the D.C. metropolitan area during the Cold War. Philip and Elizabeth Jennings (Matthew Rhys & Keri Russell) are two travel agents who spend their free time spying for the Soviet consulate. To stir things up, their neighbor is FBI Agent Stan Beeman who is in charge of the Anti-Soviet
task force on the show. The Jennings live with their two children, as geopolitical events around the world influence their storyline on the show. Their tasks include but are not limited to, stealing documents and strategies, assassinations, covert meetings, and sleeping with the enemy. The Soviet Union pushes the limits on the two spies, which often leads to problems in the marriage, if you’re into the whole romance thing. Matthew Rhys and Keri Russell have an amazing on screen dynamic together, they are currently dating, which is the reason you find yourself rooting for the enemy as you watch. The first three seasons are some of
the best TV you can watch, and it is amazing that The Americans is not as talked about as other shows like Breaking Bad, Game of Thrones, and Fargo. If you tune in, you are sure to see car chases, shootouts, disguises, and some pretty hot sex scenes for network TV if I do say so myself. If you truly think you are cognoscenti of good TV, then you should not be missing out on this gold from FX. Now is the perfect time to catch up as the winter approaches. There have been 3 seasons, and the 4th season is set to air in March, 2016. IMDB Rating: 8.6/10 My Rating: 2 Thumbs up
PHOTO COURTESY OF ABC NEWS Amy Schumer strips down for Annie Leibovitz in the Pirelli Calender
Amy Schumer Bares All for Annie Leibovitz’s 2016 Pirelli Calender By KATIE PIERCE CHIEF COPY EDITOR This is the quotation that accompanied Amy Schumer’s latest Instagram and Twitter posts. The stand-up comedian, writer, actress, and producer recently participated in a photo shoot for Annie Leibovitz for the 2016 Pirelli Calendar. For the 43rd edition, Leibovitz wanted to do something a little different. Instead of featuring the classic pin-up poses from some of the world’s best known sex symbols, Leibovitz wanted to feature some of the world’s most distinguished women, turning the focus to those who are known for more than just their looks. Along with Schumer, there are twelve other models, including Serena Williams, Fran Leibovitz, Patti Smith, Yao Chen, to name a few. The focus of the calendar is no longer on nudity, but instead features these women mostly clothed. Despite the different focus this year, Schumer still posed mostly nude. Leibovitz commented to the NY Magazine, laughing, “I’m a great admirer of comediennes. The Amy Schumer portrait added some fun. It’s as if she didn’t get the memo saying that she could keep her clothes on.” Schumer’s photo depicts her in nothing but a pair of underwear and stilettos, choosing to conceal her nipples with her arms rather than the rolls on her stomach that arise from her leaning forward holding a latte. This photo has been labeled as a gorgeous and powerful photo. Commenting on her
image, Schumer said, “I never felt more beautiful.” Not only does this photo give Schumer an empowering sexual confidence, but it is also sending a radical message, says Kevin Fallon in his article on The Daily Beast. The message Fallon speaks of is one promoting that we are all our fiercest champions, but we are also our biggest critics. This message is one that has been heard time and time again. Larger than a size zero, body image is a constant struggle in Schumer’s life that she has spoken about on numerous occasions in her struggle embrace and celebrate her body confidence.
This photo has been labeled as gorgeous and powerful. Commenting on her image, Schumer said, “I never felt more beautiful.” The picture has received overwhelming support from fans on social media. Schumer has received multitudes of tweets, some calling her their spirit animal and others thanking her for being unapologetically who she is. Leibowitz really hit the nail on the head with the 2016 Pirelli Calendar which is predicted to result in a cultural shift due to the digression from the typically sexual calendars. Like many of her other works, Leibowitz continues to push the boundaries and excite audiences with her inspiring photography.
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Mindy Kaling’s New Book? Why not? By MORGAN DANNA STAFF WRITER Winter break is fast approaching and there is a chance you might just find yourself with some time to read for fun! If you are looking for a low pressure, light read, you are going to want to check out Mindy Kaling’s newest book, Why Not Me? Kaling is best known for her roles as Kelly Kapoor on the sitcom The Office and as Mindy Lahiri on her own show The Mindy Project. By delving into the 240 pages of her most recent publication, you will quickly learn that besides her successful acting career, Kaling can write, too. Although her tone throughout the nonfiction book is quite light, she touches on some serious subjects within the chapters. Much of the book actually focuses on how hard
she works. Unlike her first autobiography that focused primarily on her personal trials and tribulations, Kaling’s second publication dives into her career and path toward success. Kaling deplores the view people have that success simply fell upon her and she stresses the fact that her job is difficult and she has had to work hard to get to where she is today. “This work,” she explains, “is the key to my confidence.” Confidence, in fact, filters into much of her writing. As a minority woman who lacks the stereotypical Hollywood body type, Kaling has had to deal with extensive criticism regarding her body over the years. She approaches the subject delicately but still makes a point about the types of criticism with which television actors are forced to deal with on a daily basis. This inside look into the not-
so-glamorous side of Kaling’s Hollywood life makes her seem extremely relatable. Additionally, her humor is impeccable. Each chapter introduces something unexpected and witty. With titles like “Spray Tans (Surprise! I’ve been white all along!),” how could they not? One particularly relatable section includes Kaling’s description of her time in college. Kaling attended Dartmouth College which she describes as “an academic institution located in lawless rural New Hampshire, where when you arrive, you are given a flask of moonshine and a box of fireworks, and you are told simply to, ‘go to town’ – except there is no town, there is only a forest and a row of frat houses that smell like urine.” This particular chapter was especially humorous to me because that very town in “lawless rural New Hampshire”
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SLU Finally Awakens By JONATHAN TEN EYCK GUEST WRITER One of the most anticipated events of the year is approaching and it does not involve mistletoe. In two weeks, the movie Star Wars VII: the Force Awakens will be released in theaters to the delight of fans worldwide. Having already sold millions of tickets in presale, the film promises to have a huge box office draw. “I think the trailers are very carefully appealing to all the demographics, both in terms of age and in terms of economics,” said professor of film studies, Dr. Sid Sondergard. Remarking that the films leads were John Boyega, who is black, and Daisy Ridley, a white woman, Dr. Sondergard commented that it was obvious the films were going to be more inclusive then previous films in the series. The film’s diversity is just one of the things Technical Support
and Hardware Specialist Zach Laramay is excited for. A Star Wars fan since he was a kid, Laramay hopes The Force Awakens will be an improvement from the most recent three films, which he saw in theaters and was disappointed by. Laramay has already bought his ticket to see The Force Awakens on opening day, and says that he thinks the film is going to break box office records. The number to beat is $2,787,965,087, which is the worldwide box office record set by the film “Avatar” in 2009. Forbes contributor, Mark Hughes projected The Force Awakening opening with a $210 million in addition to box office weekend, and gave the film a shot to break the worldwide box office record. In order to do this, however, the movie needs to reach moviegoers who are not already Star Wars fans. Anna Brouillette ’17 is one of the people that marketing
executives for “The Force Awakens” have yet to reach. Brouillette explained that she was not a fan of Star Wars, and has not seen any of the movies, Anna does not plan on seeing The Force Awakens when it releases. Other students, however, do plan on going. “Either on Facebook or in stores Star Wars just everywhere,” says Marina Nadeau ’18. Although she has a few reservations about the movie, she plans on seeing it in theaters. While the practical effects they are using in The Force Awakens has made Joseph Kellogg ’18 optimistic about the movie. He said it is good to see someone other than Star Wars creator George Lucas taking over the franchise. “The franchises previously developed fan base will help the movie succeed,” Dr. Sondergard said. “But the new characters and wider demographic will help it have even greater success in the future.”
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happens to be my hometown and her description could not be more accurate. Regardless of where you are from, however, her description of college life is amusing and interesting, and her experiences with Greek life in particular are noteworthy. Whether she is discussing how to “Get your hair on
fleek” or her disappointment in society’s view that young girls innately lack self confidence, Kaling finds a way to make her writing engaging and entertaining. If you find yourself with a spare hour or two once you have successfully struggled through finals week, give Why Not Me? a try.
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Historical Signs Project Informs Campus By EMERY YOUNGER NEWS EDITOR
For almost 160 years, St. Lawrence has equipped students with the skills they need to succeed in their post-St. Lawrence career. Over the past century, St. Lawrence’s campus has evolved to meet the demands of a growing student body. It is easy, however, for students to forget the history that exists behind the halls they occupy and the buildings they study in. This fall, a new innovation grant was awarded to St. Lawrence to improve the signage on University buildings, while also helping the entire University community become more aware of the history of St. Lawrence’s campus. Greg Kreitzer who currently serves as a coach for the Women’s Tennis Team envisioned the Enhancing Building Signage with Historical Signs Project. “One day I was complaining to Lauren Stemler who works in residential life about the lack of sig-
nage on campus,” said Kreitzer. “It was during the summer and I was concerned about new students not knowing their way around campus,” he added. Stemler suggested that Kreitzer apply for an innovation grant to fund the project. Kreitzer shared his idea with SLU’s archivist, Paul Haggett. “The more we talked, the more I agreed with him,” said Haggett. Together, the two began to discuss how they could improve the University’s signage while also informing the University personnel of the campus’s signage. Along with Haggett and Kreitzer, the committee also included Psychology Professor Mark Oakes, Residential Coordinator Lauren Stemler, and Margaret Sullivan ’15. “Initially the idea was actually for many first year buildings and academic buildings that either don’t have signage or have minimal signage,” said Kreitzer. “Unfortunately the historical aspect of the first year dorms isn’t as significant as some
of the older buildings and so the direction of the project changed gears to mostly older and more historically significant buildings,” he added. “Once we formed a committee to bat around ideas for the Innovation Grant we decided that we would try to imitate the types of signs that had already been created for the Arboretum Tour,” said Haggett. The Arboretum Tour signs were funded by a previous innovation grant and provide labels for shrubs, trees, and other plants on-campus. The committee then began creating signs for a set of SLU’s most historic buildings such as Herring-Cole, Richardson, and Gunnison Chapel. They also created signs for Memorial Hall, Piskor, and Brewer Bookstore, which were all once part of the Canton Agriculture College before St. Lawrence acquired them. “Maggie Sullivan who now works at SLU was very helpful and did a majority of the research that you will find on the signs today,”
date only seven passengers on each flight, and have gained notoriety through SLU students’ many Instagram accounts and Snapchat stories. Unlike Allegiant’s fleet, these smaller planes can easily land and take off from the current 5,800-foot runway. This runway expansion is causing disruptions to State Route 68, which abuts the airport and connects Canton and downtown Ogdensburg. In order to accommodate the larger runway, Route 68 is currently being shifted 250 feet to the east. Many St. Lawrence students have greeted this expansion in air service with enthusiasm. “Every year the golf team goes on a training trip to Florida for spring break,” says Laura Gay ’17, who has been on the golf team since freshmen year. “We usually have to wake up at the crack of dawn to drive several hours to Syracuse or Albany,” she added. “This new Ogdensburg flight would really cut down on our travel time to Florida, and allow us to spend more time on the course.” While the addition of flights is convenient for SLU, residents and students within St. Lawrence County are not the target audience for Allegiant’s flight. Last year alone, over five million Canadians drove south to utilize
American airports. Many nearby airports, such as Plattsburgh and Burlington, have already cashed in by attracting a nearby Canadian clientele. Located just across the border from Route 416, which goes directly to Ottawa, Ogdensburg’s expansion is aimed at attracting more Ontarians to visit the community and board a plane. The Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority estimates that the expansion could bring as many as 40,000 annual passengers to the airport. This influx would also deliver a muchneeded economic boost to local business within the Ogdensburg area, with passengers ideally stopping to shop duty-free or get a cup of coffee in the community before driving back to Ottawa. Despite the benefits of this project, it is a costly undertaking. The expansion is being partially funded by a $7.6 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration. It is also being funded by the Ogdensburg Bridge and Port Authority, which are supplying additional government funding. Allegiant Air has also committed $1 million to the project. All in all, the project has great underlying support and it will be interesting to see if it pulls through.
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Owen D. Young is honored in front of the library.
said Kreitzer. While they have not yet applied for another innovation grant, Haggett said that he “would love to have more buildings included” in the campus signage project in the future. Since their installation this summer, the signs already seem to be fulfilling their mission. “I have seen a lot of students
taking time to read the historical information that they provide, and it seems like they are truly taking advantage of this innovation grant,” said Katie Pierce ’17, who works at the Brewer Bookstore. Thomas Kellahan ‘17 had similar sentiments and says, “They give campus a museum-feel and help to connect us to the past.”
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In the fall of 2016, however, Ogdensburg Airport will be expanding to provide service to slightly warmer destinations, than Albany. Allegiant Air has announced that beginning next year it will be offering flights from Ogdensburg to Florida. While it has not yet revealed the exact Floridian airports it plans on serving, or the frequency of the flights, Allegiant Air currently provides daily flights from nearby Plattsburgh Airport to Ft. Lauderdale, Orlando, and Tampa. It is expected that these flights will be carried on Allegiant’s Airbus A320 planes, which can carry up to 177 passengers. The use of these larger planes has required Ogdensburg Airport to undergo a large-scale renovation. Ultimately, this expansion will include a renovation of the airport’s small terminal, as well extending the airport’s runway by 1,200 feet. Currently, Cape Air is the only airline servicing the airport. The commuter air service provides three daily flights to Albany, where connections are available to Cape Air’s service to Boston, as well as numerous other destinations. The airline operates these flights using Cessna aircraft that accommo-
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Dr. Harry Reiff had a 38-year career at St. Lawrence University.
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Chapel “Law Window.” Dr. Reiff, who passed in 1983 at the age of 84, was one of St. Lawrence University’s “legendary professors” according to his son. Joining the SLU faculty in 1928, Dr. Reiff became a member of the History and Government department, which he headed from 1944-1966. This new book covers many elements of Dr. Reiff’s time here at SLU whether it is through descriptions of his curriculum and students research projects, campus activities, departmental trips to Washington, Albany and Toronto or his educational outreach throughout the North Country. The book also touches greatly upon Dr. Reiff’s time spent with the U.S. State
Department for two year in 19441946. The book includes a 94-page spread of what his son calls “behindthe-scenes” accounts of meetings that led to the United Nations charter. Dr. Reiff and his colleagues during his time at SLU founded the first “Model UN” in the country, which was held at St. Lawrence in February of 1949. Additionally, this biography includes several sections regarding what family life was like in the North Country during the 1940s, recounted by Dr. Reiff’s two sons. Various family photos span the book’s pages while vintage postcards of places accentuate the narrative. This new book is available only at Brewer Bookstore for 50 dollars so go check it out!
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The Detroit Lions enjoying some turkey after their Thanksgiving game.
Thanksgiving: Family, Food, Football, and Tradition By JANE EIFERT STAFF WRITER
November is one of my favorite times of the year. The early morning brings frost and crisp air, and sweater weather is in full swing. During the holidays, I see my whole family. That means not being able to eat your turkey because there are nineteen people crammed around one table, and not enough elbow room to use your knife. It means listening to the ten-minute-long grace while your food gets cold, but it does not matter because you can’t lift your arms enough to eat it anyway. It means all of those amazingly terrible family stories and teaching Granddad dirty jokes. It means Christmas card
opportunities in front of the Woodie Wagon that your cousins abandoned on the side of the road after it broke down during a joy ride, or guessing who was photo-shopped into the card this time. It means craft beer, open wine bottles, and karaoke. It also means a whole day of football. Ah, Thanksgiving, that wonderful time of year full of family, food… and football. One of the characteristic American rituals of Thanksgiving Day is football. The NFL has a Thanksgiving tradition of its own. In 1934, the first Thanksgiving Day game was broadcast on TV, when the Detroit Lions, during their first year as a franchise, took on the Chicago Bears at the University of Detroit Stadium. However,
“the first Turkey Day game was played in 1869, and it has been part of the NFL since 1920.” The original Thanksgiving games began with college football and the PrincetonYale rivalry. Princeton and Yale played every year on the holiday from 1876 to 1881, when the game was changed to a “national” championship game. Other universities started to follow the tradition before the end of the 19th century. The Thanksgiving tradition has continued in the pro leagues since the NFL was founded in 1920. The Chicago Bears played the Chicago Cardinals every year between 1922 and 1933, but in 1934 the annual game moved to Detroit and the Cardinals went to Green Bay. The Bears
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Money Will Choose the Wrong Champion in College Football By GRANT HAFFENDEN STAFF WRITER This weekend marks an important weekend for Division I college football teams. Conference championships will be played, signing the last chance for teams to make a move into the top four of the rankings and contend for the national championship. While
many praised the decision of the NCAA to go with the playoff style format, they will be disappointed to find out that this system will soon become just as controversial as previous systems because of one thing, money. As mentioned before, the current system allows the top four teams to compete for the national championship with
two semi-final games and a final to determine the champion. However, the success of last year’s playoff, the most watched event at the time of the National Championship Game, means that the playoff will expand. How far the playoff expands is the real question. The current system allows for only four of the five so-called “Power Five” conferences to be
played in Detroit until 1938, and Thanksgiving games stopped during World War II. After the war ended, Detroit was the only team to continue the tradition, and they have held onto it since. In 1966, television networks added a late-afternoon game, asking the Dallas Cowboys to host the morning game. They agreed, with the condition that they too could make it an annual tradition. With the exception of two years in the 1970s, the Lions and the Cowboys hosted the only two Thanksgiving games each year for fifty years, until 2006, when the NFL network opened a third spot of its own. In addition to the Lions and the Cowboys, the NFL can schedule a marquee game with no restrictions on hosts or conference matchups.
This past Thanksgiving, the Lions dominated the Philadelphia Eagles 45-14, the Carolina Panthers grabbed their 11th win in a row, defeating the Cowboys 33-14, and the Bears upset the Packers in Green Bay, 17-13. Every family has its own Thanksgiving traditions, and sometimes they change. Maybe you watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on TV, or maybe you are there in person. Maybe you spend the whole day cooking, or maybe you spend the day in the car driving to Grandma’s. But the NFL remains consistent, and if you are not outside throwing the football around, you will always be able to tune in and catch a game on TV.
represented. Not to mention the fact that there are independent schools such as Notre Dame along with conferences, such as Conference USA, that may be left out. This creates controversy over what conferences should be represented (such as the Big 12 last year) or whether a strong independent school should be represented (Notre Dame this year). Eventually, this controversy will become so over-blown that the NCAA will do what they have always wanted to do, expand the playoff to six, eight or maybe even twelve teams. This will allow for more games, thus creating more ticket and commercial revenues that go directly to the NCAA. While the NCAA gaining money over amateur athletes is a completely different story, the inevitable expansion of the playoff is wrong for college football. Fans have complained that a champion should not be decided by a computer after the BCS system was put into place in 1999. However, the BCS system may have been the system people always wanted. Even the current playoff system
works due to the fact that it does not dilute the championship contenders. If the NCAA were to expand to even eight teams, teams that many people feel should not be contending for a championship would be bought in. Take for example the most current college football playoff rankings as of November 24. If the playoff were to expand to eight teams, there would be three Big Ten teams, two Big 12 teams, one independent, one from the ACC and one from the SEC. The third best team in the Big Ten (Ohio State), according to the rankings could suddenly become the national champion. Suddenly, the third best team in their own division is the champion, and fans of the ACC, SEC and Big 12 are complaining that their champion did not win. If the NCAA were to expand, it should only be to six teams. This would allow for each of the “Power Five” conferences to have a chance to be represented along with a “wild card” team. However, like with the NCAA basketball tournament, the playoff will continue to expand as far as the NCAA desires.
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Skiing Q and A with Nick Stenicka ‘16 By KRISSY DI PERNO STAFF WRITER Name: Nick Stenicka Age: 23 Hometown: Winter Park, CO Major:Econ and Business Position: Captain
Ronda Rousey feels the tremendous impact of Holly Holm’s devestating kick.
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Holm v. Rousey: Round One InWhat Could Be The Future of MMA By TOM MATHIASEN MANAGING EDITOR As Ronda Rousey made her way up through the UFC Women’s Bantamweight division handing out knockout after knockout, she was quickly becoming a household name. Athlete, spokesperson, model and actress it was hard not to see her name in the news or see her on billboards or in movies. A pioneer in the previously male dominated world of Mixed Martial Arts, Rousey was setting the new standard for women across the sport opening doors for other women like her to have a professional and organized setting to compete in the highest division of MMA, the UFC. When Rousey stepped into the ring against Holly Holm, many expected to see another dominating performance by the reigning Women’s Bantamweight Champion. Rousey’s opponets usually never made it past the first round, defeated by submission,
KO or TKO, but Holly Holm provided the largest challenge taking Rousey into the second round of the title fight and eventually landing “the kick heard round the world” to the right side Rousey’s jaw, knocking her out cold. What emerged afterwards was an onslaught of media attention trying to figure out who was this wonder woman capable of knocking out Rousey. Since the fight, Holm has appeared on talk shows, attended court-side basketball games and given interviews across the United States. The 34 year old fighter from New Mexico was considered to be in the twilight of her well accomplished boxing and kickboxing career, but the win against Rousey has propelled her into the conversation as one of the best female fighters in MMA. Known as “The Preacher’s Daughter” to MMA enthusiasts, Holm’s worldwide attention has continued to grow in the sporting world and popular culture. A recent GQ article called Holm the
“antithesis...to ‘Rowdy’ Ronda, [making] her great for the UFC right now.” Could this be the emergence of a new rivalry era of two fighting greats, a new Ali v. Frazier, Ward v. Gatti or Mayweather v. Pacquiao? No word has been given yet by UFC President Dana White on whether the two will have the opportunity to rematch in the near future, but it seems evident that fans all across the world would love to see Rousey have the opportunity to win her title back. Until that time when the two may step into the octagon, the Holm v. Rousey fight has drawn incredible attention from fans and brought great attention and focus to the Women’s division of the UFC. Even if the two women never square off again, they have done wonders to promote the legitimacy and fan enthusiasm for women in the sport. Many fans of the sport are hopeful that the popularity of the title fight will only bring about more Main Card events between female competitors fighting for a title belt.
Kobe Calls it Quits After This Season: A Legend Leaves the NB A By LAUREN WEEKS STAFF WRITER Basketball legend Kobe Bryant announced last Sunday that he will officially retire at the end of the 2015-2016 NBA season. Kobe has helped the Lakers win five NBA championships over a 20-year career spent entirely in Los Angeles. “I’ve known for a while,”Kobe told the press. “A decision like this, you can’t make that decision based on outside circumstances. It has to be an internal decision, and finally I’ve decided to accept that I can’t actually do this anymore, and I’m okay with that. “It takes a weight off my shoulders and everybody else’s.” Kobe is one of just four
players in NBA history with 25,000 points, 6,000 rebounds and 6,000 assists in his career. NBA commissioner Adam Silver stated, “With 17 NBA AllStar selections, an NBA MVP, five NBA championships with the Lakers, two Olympic gold medals and a relentless work ethic, Kobe Bryant is one of the greatest players in the history of our game. Whether competing in the Finals or hoisting jump shots after midnight in an empty gym, Kobe has an unconditional love for the game. I join Kobe’s millions of fans around the world in congratulating him on an outstanding NBA career and thank him for so many thrilling memories.” At the entrance to the Laker
game, fans received a letter from Kobe thanking them for their support over the years. He wrote, “What you’ve done for me is far greater than anything I’ve done for you. I knew that each minute of each game I wore purple and gold. I honor it as I play today and for the rest of this season. My love for this city, this team and for each of you will never fade. Thank you for this incredible journey.” The Lakers have 66 games remaining after Sunday, and it is safe to say that fans around the world will be cheering heavily for such an incredible icon in the basketball world. Kobe also wrote a poem titled “Dear Basketball” as a way of showing his love, gratitude and passion for the sport.
How long have you been skiing? I have been skiing for probably ten years now or so. I used to play hockey, I had just started playing hockey in Colorado when we PHOTO COURTESY OF U COMMUNICATIONS moved from Colorado to Georgia and there was actually a better program for hockey in Georgia. I played on a travel hockey league down there and we went to Nashville and down to Florida. It was really competitive. When I moved back down to Colorado there was actually no competitive league in the small town that I lived in so I just hopped on the ski train! How do you feel skiing is different from other sports on campus? I think skiing is different because it requires so much more of your time. Not to say that other sports aren’t time consuming. It’s a six-hour block for our training everyday so it takes two hours to drive to Lake Placid, and you’re only getting two hours of training. So out of the six hours you’re giving to training you’re only getting two hours out of your day and then on top of that you have to tune your skis as well, which I would say is another four hours per week if you’re staying on top of it. So if you look at that and you’re travelling to the races on top of six hours a day, three times a week that’s eighteen hours. We have to travel further then any other team on the eastern circuit really. The only team on the western circuit that has to travel further is Alaska, they have to fly to all their races. What is a skill that you have your learned from skiing that you have been able to apply in everyday life? Me and my other friends were talking about this the other day. Taber, he’s on the ski team and is also a captain and I were saying that in skiing when you’re working on technical or tactical skills you have to slow things down to be able to work on them. Everybody is trying to go faster all the time but to actually make changes to your skiing you have to slow things down and think about the movements. It is only then you can make the progression and then try to speed things up after you’ve made the adjustments to your technique or tactics. I think the same thing goes with anything really whether its deciding what you want to do next you have to slow things down and do some self reflection and see what it is you want to do you cant keep speeding things up you have to slow down and think about the next move. Do you have any advice for student athletes? I would say just to find a balance of your social life, academic life and your social life. That’s difficult to do, but I feel the challenges that you go through in school help you become a more well rounded person after school.