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Domestic Dispute Fatal for Two Clarkson Students By ELLE LUCAS MANAGING EDITOR Two Clarkson University students are dead after police responded to an isolated domestic incident last Thursday and shot a man reportedly stabbing a woman and himself.

The graduate students were found in the off-campus Swan Landing Apartment complex in downtown Potsdam around 2:45pm after neighbors reported an assault in progress. Officers Matthew A. Seymour and Clinton Perrigo arrived at the scene where

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31-year-old Ma Tian refused orders to drop the knife he was using to fatally injure 25-yearold Jiang Yazhen. Failing to obey, Officer Seymour fired four shots, killing Ma on scene. According to a statement made to the Watertown Daily Times, Village Police Chief

Kevin M. Bates said that Officer Seymour performed first aid on Ms. Jiang, as she was still alive at the time. She was then taken to Canton-Potsdam Hospital where she was pronounced dead. Mr. Bates said it has not been determined how many times Ma stabbed Ms. Jiang. Chemical Engineering undergraduate Paul Doerner ’17 said that the campus was “definitely shook up” after the jarring incident. “Several of my friends had them as TAs [Teaching Assistants] and were shocked when they heard the news,” Doerner said, adding that the campus has come together for memorial services for both Ma and Ms. Jiang. No motive has been declared. Results from autopsies performed last Friday have not been released of Ma and Ms. Jiang, both Mainland China natives. In wake of the shooting fatality, Officer Seymour has been placed on paid administrative leave until the investigation is complete. The 11-year veteran of the village police is a member of the state’s Police Juvenile Officers Association and has also served time in Iraq. In a statement released by St. Lawrence County District Attorney Mary E. Rain, “The

District Attorney’s Office will present the findings of the New York State Police and the medical examiner’s office investigation for an independent review of the shooting to provide transparency to the public that the officer’s actions were justifiable.” Potsdam Mayor Steven W. Yurgartis additionally stated that “the village is going through proper procedures to investigate the shooting to make sure the shooting was done properly and we are going to await that report before taking any action.” The WTD reports that Officer Seymour has received an outpouring of support from his family and the community. Clarkson made a mention of the deaths of the two students during a commemorative 9/11 speech on Friday. The university has made grief counseling services available to students and staff and will be cooperating with the investigators throughout the proceedings. SLU has set the age-old rivalry aside to offer condolences to the mourning Clarkson community. For more information and updates, check the Watertown Daily Times and Potsdam Police Blotter.

Class of 2019: Second Largest Class in SLU History By MACKENZIE SHERWOOD and ELLE LUCAS STAFF WRITER and MANAGING EDITOR

This fall, St. Lawrence University warmly welcomed 680 first-year students. Hailing from 32 different states, with 62 percent from outside New York State, and 33 separate countries, the Class of 2019 enters SLU with a strong average GPA and even stronger extra-curricular and volunteer involvement. This is the second largest class in SLU history, coming in close behind the Class of 1978 who had an entering class of 692 students.

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The applicant pool for the Class of 2019 was the largest recorded yet. With 5,888 applicants total, the Admissions Office was faced with the daunting task of filtering through some of the strongest and most enthusiastic applications to date. Though sifting through thousands of applications is quite the task, the Admissions staff was thrilled to see the spike in applicants. “The quality of students applying was very strong,” Director of Admissions Jeremy Freeman ’96 says. “We’re excited to see students of such high quality want to be with us.” With St. Lawrence Univer-

sity’s relatively small student body, an incoming class this large does, of course, present challenges. Extra planning went into welcoming the Class of 2019. Meeting throughout the spring semester and well into the summer, Admissions representatives, administrators and department-heads planned, prepared and made adjustments in order to ensure that the entire St. Lawrence community was prepared for a large incoming class. In order to accommodate the recent addition, the FirstYear Program added four new courses, bringing the grand total to 28 First Year Program courses. With St. Lawrence’s

great pride in the success of the “Living and Learning Communities,” the increase in FirstYear Programs did make the

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OPINIONS Kim Davis: The Saga Enough Trump Ends (For Now)

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By GAVIN DAVIS STAFF WRITER

Since he announced his run for presidency, Donald Trump has been the center of the 2016 race. Every politically incorrect statement he makes seems to wind up as the next day’s headline. Trump’s controversial statements have made him one of the most polarizing characters in politics. There are those that commend his rejection of political correctness and they view him as the strong-willed leader that this country needs. Then, there are those that despise him. They are disgusted by his ignorant comments and can clearly picture him dismantling the United States if he wins the race. There seems to be no middle ground; people either love him or hate him. However, despite his questionable comments, and extensive media attention, Trump is not that different from other presidential candidates we have seen before. The only polarizing aspect about him seems to be his colorful comments projected to the media. What most fail to recognize is that Trump’s comments are usually petty, yet they have little to do with his effective-

ness in the White House. Trump’s legitimacy as a candidate should be measured by the policies he stands behind. The media seems to focus on Trump’s sexist remarks rather than his views on various, relevant issues. While Trump’s remarks do say a lot about him as a person, they do not determine his success as a future leader. So, let’s focus on the present political issues. On most matters, Trump has flipflopped. Most notably, he has wavered on gun control and abortion. In 2000, he supposedly supported a ban on assault weapons, and was pro-choice. Now, his stance on both those issues has changed. This is not the first time we have seen inconsistent flip-flopping in politics. Almost every politician falls victim of it. For example, last year, GOP frontrunner Mitt Romney drastically changed his views on welfare. Trump’s inconsistency on issues is a valid reason to question his leadership rather than focusing on the frivolous things he says to the media. Trump is not the first candidate we’ve seen exhibit the macho, no-apologies attitude. Arnold Schwarzenegger sported the same political approach

in his campaign for governor of California. Schwarzenegger was also a political-novice, and the definition of heterosexual masculinity. Additionally, Schwarzenegger fell victim to political incorrectness, yet California elected him anyway. The aggressive, confident newcomer is nothing new to political campaigns. Trump does not deserve the media attention he has received since he announced his run for presidency. Furthermore, he should have as great of a polarizing effect as he has had over the past few months. American citizens and the media seem to neglect the fact that he brings nothing politically unique to the table. In short, supporters and opponents of Trump should not focus all of their attention on the irrelevant comments he makes. They should research his policy stances and materialize a more informed view of what he stands for based on his postures. The more swallowed up viewers get by the media’s portrayal of Trump, the more misinformed voters will be come the 2016 election. If you are going to oppose Trump’s policies, oppose them for a valid reason.

The Mesa: Temperature Turmoil A Satirical Column About the Comings and Goings in the SLU Community By JON TEN EYCK STAFF WRITER After seeing his father struggle with the thermostat all last week, Jesus Christ (also known as “The Lamb of God”), finally stepped in and helped him out. Talking to “The Mesa,” Jesus remarked, “He hasn’t been able to program the temperature since we installed a new system in the 1980’s. He al-

ways sets it too high now.” A visibly frustrated God replied that, “It isn’t my fault. Since we transitioned to a cloud based system I can never find the saved settings.” Meanwhile, his son looked meaningfully towards the shredded user manual in the trash. “At least it only affected areas where people don’t really care,” Jesus said in a positive manner. If

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we change the Florida temperature 30 degrees in one day we have issues, upstate New York, no big deal.” The Savior then went on to describe how, on the third day of creation when his father was creating the region, God was bored and randomized the weather settings. “I would change it, but consistent weather might just freak people out,” Jesus concluded.

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Well, it finally happened. The offices of Rowan County, Kentucky have Kim Davis back at work. Now, there are changes on the marriage licenses. First and foremost, the Rowan County Clerk’s office is not present on the certificates; instead, it is the city of Morehead. Secondly, and probably less surprising, Davis’s name isn’t on the certificates either. For those of you who are unaware, Kim Davis is a county clerk who rocketed into the national spotlight over the summer for refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples, following June’s decisive ruling by the Supreme Court that legalized same-sex marriage across the country. Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear ordered clerks across Kentucky to comply and issue these licenses. Davis refused to issue a marriage license on June 29th, citing her religious beliefs. Following lengthy court battles over the summer, she was ordered by a district judge to issue licenses, and was refused stays on the ruling by both the state and supreme courts. And yet, she still refused to issue the licenses. Finally, she was found in contempt of court on September 1st, and subsequently jailed. Recently, she was released on the grounds that her deputies would issue the licenses in her stead. When she walked out of jail, she was greeted by throngs of rabid supporters, including Republican Presidential candidates Mike Huckabee and Ted Cruz. To me, it looked like the reception a rock star would receive. She got on stage and gave a tearful speech about how grateful she was for them, and that she was convinced that

they were in the right. Further, she stated that she would stand fast and refuse to issue the licenses. It was highly unnerving to see that throngs of people packed together to support a woman who violated people's civil liberties as citizens of the United States of America. It’s appalling, seeing how she could go out and deny people their basic rights. The Supreme Court is the final say in this country, and that word is law. Another spin on this is how she just utterly failed to do her job. She is a county clerk, someone who, by job description, is supposed to hand out marriage licenses. If you’re not prepared to do your job, you shouldn’t be in that position. Period. While I can understand being strong in a belief, it’s not a valid excuse for you to refuse to do your job. But now, it seems as if she is beginning to grasp the gravity of the situation. She still says that she refuses to issue the licenses, and, technically, she is staying true to her word. Since she neither signs the licenses nor has her name or the counties’ on them, she is correct in this. So far, she has done nothing to undermine her colleagues in the performance of their duties. I think that she understands the position she is in, and also that she doesn’t want to involve her deputies. The removal of her name is a small victory for her but I believe that the actions she took were unwarranted and disappointing. While this has smoothed over for now, it wouldn’t shock me in the near future if she pops up in the news again. Whether it’s for an apology, or to stand fast and refuse to issue the licenses again, you can bet that it will be watched by the nation closely.

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A Dirty Word? Lets Talk About Socialism By DANIEL BANTA STAFF WRITER Socialism is a much-maligned term in America. Many use it in a derogatory manner, hurling the word out to paint politicians and their legislation in an unsavory light. When Fox News refers to Obama as a socialist, it is not done in a complementary manner. It is instead used as a pejorative because to many, it is synonymous with communism and the abridgement of freedom. However, socialism and communism are not synonyms and socialism does not denote a lack of freedom. Socialism is an exceedingly broad term that lacks one specific definition everyone agrees upon. The most common definition of socialism states that it is a political and economic theory that calls for government control of large businesses and expanded benefits for the people. Communism is more extreme as it calls for the abolishment of private property and, in theory, eventually the government itself. Socialism and communism may be of the same ilk, insofar as they are both political and economic models that attempt to evenly distribute wealth, but they are still drastically different. This fact does little to lessen the disdain most Americans feel towards socialism. A recent Gallup poll conducted earlier this year showed that less than half of Americans would vote for a socialist candidate. At face value, this is fine. Perhaps Americans inherently disagree with the principles of socialism. Yet this theory loses its validity when you consider a study

conducted by Harvard University in 2011. Researchers had people look at three different pie charts depicting the wealth distribution of America, Sweden and one that was equally divided. The American pie chart was skewered towards the rich, while the Sweden one was more equal with the top 20% of the population owning 32% of the wealth. The participants were asked to choose which country they would want to live in and 92% of the people selected Sweden as the preferred distribution. Sweden has a more egalitarian distribution of wealth, a product of their socialist policies. Based on this, it appears that although Americans dislike the word “socialism,” they actually agree with the principles the term describes. Even though many want to live in a society that is effectively socialist, Americans still champion capitalism as the preferred economic system. But unadulterated capitalism has been proven ineffective at producing a stable economy that benefits all of society rather than just the financial elite. This is evident in America’s currently flawed financial landscape. Surely a system that results in the top 20% of people owning 84% of the country’s wealth is not the best model for the United States. More striking is that America is the only industrialized nation to not offer universal health care and paid maternity leave (both hallmarks of a socialist platform). As a country that prides itself in equality, democracy, and progressive ideas, it is startling that our nation lack basic social welfare. Faced with a staggering degree of income inequality,

it is time for socialism to be considered. Many Americans do not understand that socialism is a viable economic system that has been at least partially implemented in countries all over the world. Even here in America, Medicare, Medicaid, food stamps and other forms of social welfare have been providing a safety net for ten of millions of people. These programs have not resulted in financial ruin. Many European countries have socialist aspects to their economy, which have yielded positive results. The quality of life for people living in these countries is actually higher than that of an average American. Taxes may be higher, but more services are provided. Although high taxes seem antithetical to our modern perception of American values, consider this: the current tax rates on the richest bracket of taxpayers is historically low. In the 1950’s and 1960’s, the top bracket income tax rate was over 90%, while the economy boomed and the middle class expanded. Socialist policy has been shown to work. Disagreements about how to organize and run the economy have been a facet of human civilization. It is fine to hold a negative opinion on socialism so long as it is an informed opinion. However, most Americans dismiss socialism without having enough knowledge to actually do so. Simply rejecting something without understanding it is a moronic way to conduct one’s life. Research the issue, learn the facts, and hopefully give the S-word a chance.

Out of Touch, Or Flawed Culture? By TRAVIS HAMRE STAFF WRITER The University of Alabama’s Alpha Phi Sorority came under scrutiny within the first month of the Fall 2015 semester. The sorority made a recruitment ad that attracted attention on a national scale. The ad’s portrayal of the sorority was very clear: a group of all white, nearly all blonde women dancing and bouncing in slow motion in their bikinis or daisy dukes while blowing glitter everywhere. (Watch the video I’m not exaggerating). They were criticized for showing lack of diversity, but, above all, people condemned them for degrading and objectifying themselves by being “sexual.” The negative attention caused the Alpha Phi chapter to take down the video, but the video was still reposted by others for all to see. My problem with the video was not the expression of sexuality itself, but the advocacy of a certain brand of normalcy and popularity advertised by the women. Women have every right to be as sexual as men without being

chastised; however, there seems to be a double standard in regard to the sexual norm of men and women. I cannot help thinking what an ad made by a fraternity would look like. If men were to illustrate to the world how their fraternity was the social norm, they would show themselves being tough and manly. Above all, they would convey their sexuality by showing themselves surrounded by beautiful women at all times. The women of Alpha Phi should not be screamed at for not “knowing better.” We live in a world where everyday we are bombarded by media images and advertisements. Women’s bodies are used as marketing tools and they are reduced to nothing more than objects. Why is it that a man’s status is defined through their frequency of sexual activity, but a woman’s status is expressed through just their appearance? Problematically, when woman’s status is defined by their image, people only perceive them as an image, and all appreciation of their substance is lost. Alpha Phi could immensely improve their ad by showing the service work they do

or the leadership skills members build while a part of the sorority. The message should hold a deeper meaning rather than purely a materialistic one. “Look how good we look” should not cut it. Greek life has a powerful influence on many college campuses because they have the ability to set the social standards. By releasing their ad, the sorority conveyed that in order for a college woman to be wanted, accepted, and popular, a woman must be white, beautiful, and dressed provocatively. Women need to be aware that sometimes not all cultural norms are the best for them and sometimes powerful men who run much of the marketing and media broker those norms. The Alpha Phi situation should not be used as an example to reprimand another Greek organization. However, it should be an opportunity to raise awareness of an unhealthy cultural dynamic. Sororities have the opportunity to show the world the character and contributions of women. Now is time to revolutionize the way women are perceived.

Thank God for Middle School By OLIVIA WHITE FEATURES EDITOR Before I begin reminiscing on the most painfully awkward years of our short existences, I’d like to establish a playlist for this column. So, if you would, queue up “Move Along” by the All American Rejects, “Yeah” by Usher and company, and “Toxic” by Britney Spears. I feel this is an accurate sample of the middle school dance anthems that consecrated the sweaty rec centers and gyms of our youths. I love middle school. Present tense. To say that I loved middle school would be a gross inaccuracy. I, like many others, boasted a mouth full of braces as my greatest accessory, struggled to preserve my individuality while shopping at the same meccas of massproduced styles from whence every other girl my age amassed her wardrobe, and pretended not to like High School Musical even though I went to the concert with my mom. I kept a blog in the hopes of being discovered as the voice of my generation (evidence of the inflated sense of importance and drama with which I regarded my daily experiences) and meticulously detailed everything that affected my world in a diary. It survives to tell a story of a girl who thought her best friend Jordyn was too young to have a boyfriend, suffered existential grief because she wasn’t famous yet, and wanted to slow dance with a boy but had convinced herself that he hadn’t asked because he didn’t yet realize what a “unique beauty” (a generous descriptor for a girl who one time plucked her eyebrows into oblivion) she was. Looking back, it was probably because I sweated through my favorite American Eagle graphic T-shirt out of sheer anxiety at my first school dance. Oh well. In middle school, everything is important, especially if it isn’t.

Angst is poetic and infinitely misunderstood by anyone over the age of 15. Kids are mean, it’s hard to be different, and vulnerability is ubiquitous but rarely acknowledged. Not only did you have to remember to put on deodorant every day, you had to deal with the embarrassment of being the last pick in gym class, the humiliation of a bad haircut, jerks who masked their own insecurities by scrutinizing others, and a budding and frequently confusing introduction to sexuality- all while wondering if your crush was glancing in your general direction and if s/ he thought that white stuff on your shirt was dandruff because it totally wasn’t you swear. For the same reasons, I assert that these borderline traumatizing times and memories are valuable. We are unified in our retrospective mortification. We can look back and realize that nobody had it easy, even if they were dubbed the top of the eighth grade social hierarchy. Joseph Campbell famously said “all of life is suffering.” Though it may not appear to be, this is comforting because it reminds us of the universality of our awkwardness, our anxiety, our fears of being excluded, and our desires to be special. It begs us to be a little kinder, if not for Campbell’s sake, than for our middle school selves. Additionally, the things that made us weird in middle school make us infinitely cooler now, and we’re brave, talented, and more interesting for sticking with them. Perhaps our memories should be gentler toward that weird twilight zone of fifth to eighth grade. Next week, I illustrate similarities between middle school rec center dances and the Ticker by arguing that the former is a not so distant ancestor of the latter (plus booze, minus the chaperones). Stay tuned.

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Security Blotter Sept. 10, 11:05pm Drug policy violation in Priest Hall. Bong surrendered to Security. Sept. 10, 11:10pm Open container issued by Canton PD. Sept. 10, 11:57pm Intoxicated student with a history of asthma experiencing difficulty breathing at the Java Barn. Signed off. Sept. 10, 12:40am Intoxicated student locked in a bathroom stall in Whitman Hall, unresponsive. Signed off. Sept. 10, 1:15am Littering ticket issued by Canton PD. Sept. 10, 9:10pm Party in progress in Lee Hall. Security found 15 underage individuals consuming alcohol. Sept. 12, 1:33am Alcohol-related medical call in Whitman. Student transported to CPH. Sept. 12, 2:14pm Non-alcohol related medical call at Eben Holden. Student was transported by a student driver to the after-hours clinic. Sept. 13, 12:31am Fire alarm in Kirk Douglas Hall due to burnt popcorn. Sept. 13 1:15pm Alcohol related medical call in Rebert. Student transported to CPH. Sept. 13 1:36am Open container issued on Miner St. by Canton PD. Sept. 13 1:36am Canton PD arrested a student on Buck St. for an illegal signal, and operation of a vehicle while intoxicated. Sept. 13, 3:04am Five-liter keg found in Java House during routine patrol by Security. Sept. 13, 3:17am Security and Canton PD responded to a car in F-lot for a vehicle break-in. GPS vandalized. Sept. 13 4:12am Canton PD responded to a student party on Miner St. of 100+ students. Tickets issued for disorderly conduct and excessive noise. Sept. 13 8:00pm Hand injury from flag football at Augsbury Field House. Student signed off. Sept. 14 8:55am Non-alcohol related medical call in Lee Hall. Individual was transported by student driver to CPH. Sept. 14 10:12am Non-alcohol related medical call in Bewkes Science Hall. Individual was transported by Canton Rescue to CPH. Sept. 14 7:44pm SLU EMS and an officer responded to Dean Eaton after a student received a shock in arm from removing the laptop from the wall. Student signed off. Sept. 16 12:36am Bike theft from ODY. SEMESTER RUNNING TALLIES: Bike Thefts: 5 | DWIs: 1 Open Containers: 7 | Alcohol-Related Transports: 14

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Wednesday, September 16 Office Hours: President Ryan Orvis— Monday, 1:30-3:30 pm Vice President of Senate Affairs Christopher Di Mezzo—Monday, 8-9 pm and Thursday, 8-9 pm NEW BUSINESS: -InfoTechnology committee granted $1900.00 to install public-use speakers on the exterior of Sullivan Student Center -Humane Society club awarded $75 to hold “dog wash” on the quad ONGOING BUSINESS: -Reminder that the second floor loft of Pub 56 is a designated “safe space” for the LGBTQ community

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Opposition Leader Jeremy Corbyn, above, adresses a rally.

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U.K. Leader Causes Controvery By EMERY YOUNGER NEWS EDITOR On September 12, Britain’s Labour Party went to the polls and elected a surprising candidate to be their leader. Jeremy Corbyn received 59.5% of votes from Labour Party members and now assumes not only the leadership of the Labour Party, but also the role of Leader of the Opposition. In the United Kingdom’s parliamentary system this places Corbyn as the prime adversary to Prime Minister David Cameron of the Conservative Party, and as the chief spokesperson for the liberal agenda of the Labour Party. Corbyn stands for far-liberal stances that have not been previously embraced by the Labour Party. For example, he supports a withdrawal from NATO, as well as abolishing the United Kingdom’s nuclear arms stock. Furthermore, he supports aggressive economic reforms including re-nationalizing the Royal Bank of Scotland, and imposing a maximum wage limit for executive compensation. Corbyn has also refused to support Britain’s involvement in the European Union, this comes in

advance of a national referendum on the topic. In his first week on the job, Corbyn has already ruffled more then a few feathers and prompted backlash from both within and outside his party. After assuming the title, Corbyn was required to appoint a set of advisors known as a “Shadow Cabinet.” These Shadow Cabinet members express the Party’s views on various policy issues such as defense, education, and treasury policies. Almost a dozen members of the Party have refused to serve in the cabinet because of ideological differences with the Opposition Leader. Furthermore, after only one day on the job, Corbyn’s Shadow Secretary for Justice has already threatened to resign if Corbyn supports the United Kingdoms withdrawal from the E.U.. Corbyn also made headlines on Tuesday when he did not sing the national anthem, “God Save the Queen,” during a memorial service for the Battle of Britain. Throughout his career, Corbyn has made his disapproval of Britain’s monarchy clear. Previously, he has called for the Royal Family to move out of Bucking-

ham Palace, and for a national referendum on whether the monarchy should be abolished. Corbyn’s anti-monarchy views have proved problematic for many politicians. As Leader of the Opposition, Corbyn will be asked by the Queen to join the Royal Privy Council. The Privy Council is a now- symbolic set of advisors to the monarch, and is composed of ranking politicians and members of the Royal Family. In joining the Privy Council, Corbyn will be asked to swear an oath of allegiance to the Queen, and kiss the hand of the monarch. Selection of Corbyn as leader of the Labour Party, came after a crippling General Election this Spring. In that election, Labour lost all but one of their seats in Scotland. Moreover the Conservative Party was able to win an overall majority of seats, changing its former status as a coalition government. Britain is now watching Corbyn’s every move as he continues to set himself up as the nation’s leading liberal voice. Only time will tell if this agenda will lead to a booming economy and sweeping support, or continue Labour’s decline in the polls.

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This Week’s Issue: Dangerous BACs Spike in Young Children By EMMA CUMMINGS-KRUEGER EDITOR-IN-CHIEF In the past 5 years, calls to American poison control centers regarding adolescent hand sanitizer consumption have jumped to four times the 2010 rate. According to CNN, over 16,000 cases were reported last year alone for children younger than 12 years old. The consumption of hand sanitizer in children this young is almost always accidental, reports USA Today.

Hand sanitizer branded toward young children is often fruit-flavored with scents similar to that of juice. However, the ethyl alcohol content in these serums can range from 45% to 95%, over twice that of most liquor. At these levels, as few as one or two ounces may be fatal for small children. For some children, accidentally swallowing flavored hand sanitizers has resulted in emergency room visits. Several kindergarten students have been hospitalized with a blood alcohol level of nearly 1.8, CBS Atlanta reported.

This is over twice the legal limit for adults. Even at non-fatal levels, this alcohol content can lead to brain damage, asphyxiation, and alcohol poisoning in small bodies, The Examiner reports. Alcohol poisoning from accidental consumption is a growing concern in elementary school classroom, according to CBS. These cases have also spiked in hospital emergency rooms. Doctors are suggesting wipe alternatives or limited use to parents and schoolteachers in an attempt to lower this 400% spike since 2010, according to CNN.

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Discovery of a New Species Raises Questions of Human Origins: Homo naledi By REBECCA DOSER NEWS EDITOR Ladies and gentlemen, we present Homo naledi: a new human species revealed through the discovery of over 1,500 fossils found in the Rising Star cave in South Africa. Dating back to September 2013, new bones discovered about 25 miles from Johannesburg in South Africa led cavers to invest in a more in-depth search of the Rising Star cave system. Two months later, Lee Berger, a palaeoanthropologist and professor at the University of Witwatersrand in South Africa, along with a few others, recovered human fossils after diving into the chamber yet again. The media highly publicized the discovery with live video coverage, headlines and National Geographic hype, but was it all built-up excitement without a lack of substantial proof? No. In September of 2015 it became clear that Berger and his team did in fact discover over 1,500 fossils representing adolescent and older generations of this new species: Homo naledi (naledi means star in the Sotho language). “The Homo naledi discovery is thrilling and demonstrates the dynamism of the field of palaeoanthropology,” St. Lawrence University adjunct instructor in bio-

logical anthropology, Madeleine Mant says. But questions still remain for many: How old are the fossils and how are we just discovering this new addition to the chain of human evolution? The accumulation of newfound fossils displays a combination of both primitive and derived characteristics, according to an article in The Guardian. The small brain size and hip joint assembly, for example, are both characteristics that resemble the pre-human australopithecines, the southern apes as well as Homo habilis, according to a recent paper published by Berger and his team. The hands and feet, however, are much more closely related to Neanderthals and the modern human skeletal structure. The teeth are more primitive in nature due to their increase in size from the front of the mouth to the back. Thus the fossils mirror qualities of the primitive species, Homo erectus and Homo habilis. So, what can one conclude about these new fossils? As of now, South Africa is the only location in which Homo naledi fossils are found. Scientists will possibly need to re-examine previously found fossils across Africa to see if perhaps they were attributed wrongly to a form of H. erectus but could in fact point to this newfound human species

instead. It appears, as well, that Honaledi was buried dead. “There is no damage from predators; there is no sign of a catastrophe,” Berger tells CNN. “We had to come to the inevitable conclusion that Homo naledi, a non-human species of hominid, was deliberately disposing of its dead in that dark chamber. Why, we don’t know.” The disposal of bodies or the burial of the dead, however, is a defining human characteristic, Berger adds. “Evidence of possible ritualis-

First-year students line up along the quad for a memorable candlelight experience.

CLASS ’19 FROM PAGE 1 Residence Life got creative this year when it came to housing. Lounges have been converted in Rebert, Whitman, Sykes and Dean Eaton in order to accomodate for the influx in students. While the addition of Kirk Douglas Hall was intended to solve the “housing crisis” on campus, the large incoming class has put SLU in the same crunch it has faced in the past. In such a small, tight-knit

community, a student population increase of this size was immediately felt by upperclassmen. Most applicants are drawn to St. Lawrence’s smaller class sizes and close community, which explains why the increased class size this year is causing a bit of stir amongst students. “The student center does seem a lot busier this semester,” said Jamaal Tuthill ‘16. Only a few weeks into the semester with things well under way, the class of 2019’s

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Great Great Grandpa, is that you?? No, just good old Homo naledi.

First Year Program is doing a great job acclimating to the fast paced, exciting, and fun St. Lawrence way of life. “There are a lot of freshman athletes, and a few new clubs started by first years,” an upperclassman noted. “It’s cool to see them getting so involved so early on.” Rumors and some panic seem to be flying around regarding SLU’s long-term goal of increasing the student body similar to that of a mid-sized university.

tic funerary behavior has been attributed to Neanderthals, but if Homo naledi was indeed burying its dead then this discovery potentially has massive implications for our understandings of symbolic thought and cultural development,” Mant says. Berger and his team have yet to date the fossils, thus many questions about this discovery remain blurred. They have discovered 15 distinct individuals thus far, from infant, babies and toddlers to teens, young adults, and older individuals, according to Berger. He adds that Homo naledi is already practically the

“best-known fossil member of our lineage.” “The aging of the fossils is a critical piece of evidence regarding where Homo naledi ultimately belongs in the history of hominids and I await the results with great anticipation,” Mant says. As many continue to initially reflect upon this discovery, there still remains much more information that needs to be uncovered and analyzed. “It absolutely questions what makes us human,” Berger tells CNN, “and I don’t think we know anymore what does.”

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“It feels like we’re trying to do too much with too little,” said Alida Farrell ‘17. “The lines outside of Dana, the lines at the mail center, even riding my bike around campus feels like a challenge.” Admissions confirmed, however, that it is not looking to make these large incoming classes a trend, but rather this was simply a wonderful exception. Admissions is looking to keep its acceptance pool each year between 640 and 650 students, as it has been in years

past. With all the hustle-andbustle of the start of the 2015 fall semester, the adjustment of welcoming 680 students proved to be no easy task for SLU. Many first-year students are commenting on how welcoming, fun and easy-going the SLU community is. The Class of 2019 has easily found a home here in the North Country. Welcome to St. Lawrence, Class of 2019!

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The first “Dub Club” of the semester kicks off with a thoughtful discussion.

Talking Bodies with The Dub By EMMA HENNESSEY STAFF WRITER On a Tuesday night in the blue house at 3 University, St. Lawrence students are not quietly finishing homework or chatting with friends over pizza from The Pub, as most students do at 8:00 p.m. on a weekday night. Instead, students from all over campus sit in the Dub’s purple living room adorned with Christmas lights, crouched on cushions, chairs the floor, and even squished together on sofas to fit as many people as possible in the small space. The crowded atmosphere does not make the room feel suffocating though. Instead, it only makes the small space feel welcoming, comforting, and full of the energy that can only come from being surrounded by friends. These students are gathered together for Dub Club, a weekly or biweekly event hosted by the Women’s Resource Center, a.k.a. The Dub. Dub Club is a student initiated communal discussion where students of all genders can come together to openly share ideas, thoughts, and their own experiences, as well as engage in an often cathartic dialogue about gender issues facing campus and the larger community. The Dub Club on September 15th focused specifically on the pressures faced concerning body image. Students gathered together to speak about their own experiences with body image pressures, their thoughts about why these pressures exist, and ideas about how to better face them. So, what is body image? The majority of students at the discussion agreed that they first became aware of societal pressures concerning how their bodies should look when they entered middle school. Multiple students shared anecdotes about first feeling there was something wrong and undesirable about their bodies when they were at the pool, such as when they noticed their thighs expanding while sitting down or the bulge on

their stomach from leaning over. There is something vulnerable about being around others while not wearing a lot of clothes since nudity is so taboo in our country. “It seems so intertwined with sexuality,” commented one participant at Dub Club, “finally becoming aware that your body can be sexualized.” Through the discussion, it became evident that there is something universal about the moment of suddenly becoming aware that your body should look a certain way to better fit in as you move from childhood to adolescence. These norms that are circulated throughout the media perpetuate the idea that women should look one way and men should look another; that the genders are distinct, and should remain as polarized as possible. It is often emphasized that any fluidity between what is seen as inherently “feminine” or “masculine” should to be avoided. For girls, this means removing

“Corporations profit from our self-doubt.” any body hair that men grow, because as one student noted, “it freaks us out for women to have things on their bodies that men have too.” For boys, this manifests in our culture through the message that to be masculine, their muscles must be defined, they must be taller than girls they are attracted to, and they must be able to grow facial hair. This is what it means to be a man; you have to be physically more powerful than women. If one’s body does not live up to these often unattainable expectations, somehow this means that they are less of a person. Often times, what others think about our bodies somehow has more power in defining who we are than what we think about ourselves. “I feel most beautiful after I’ve done a hike or gone for a jog,” said one student, “when my

body accomplishes something. It’s the time I feel my body is for me instead of for other people to judge.” “It gives me control and ownership again of my body,” added another student. What do St. Lawrence students feel is the best way to free themselves from these damaging societal pressures? At Dub Club, students spoke of how they believe self-acceptance is an ongoing process, and how one should be able use their body for what makes them feel good, while still being cognizant of greater societal pressures and why they exist. “I really think it all relates back to capitalism. Corporations profit from our self-doubt,” noted one student. In fact, shaving women’s legs was not made popular until WWII when advertisers targeted women to increase the demand for razors while soldiers were away from home, and daily shampooing was only popularized in the mid-twentieth century after the famous Breck ads. If you want to alter your physical appearance, by all means go for it. But also pause to question when you do feel somewhat unsatisfied with your appearance and why you feel that way. Would you feel this way if you were a child still, completely unaware of body image norms? Or are these feelings the result of how society dictates we look? And what is so good about following what people tell us to do anyway? Ultimately our bodies are the only thing in this world which are completely our own, and despite what our culture tells us otherwise, that is something that can never be taken away from us. Dub Club is held on Tuesdays at 8:00 p.m. at 3 University. To find out about upcoming Dub Club discussion themes and other Dub events, you can like the Women’s Resource page on Facebook or join the Women’s Resource Center group on SLU Wire. New faces are always welcome.

Bachelor of the Week: Sean Callahan ‘16 Zodiac Sign: Cancer Hometown: Bronxville, NY but I recently moved to Jacksonville, FL Major: PCA Minor: Education What do you want to do when you grow up? I have no idea. Describe yourself in 3 words: Loyal, Humorous and Confident Favorite weekend jam: Closer by Tegan and Sarah Favorite country singer? Eric Church Go to order at Sergis: Half Bobs and half custom with sausage and banana peppers. And ranch of course. What do you do on campus? I played football, but I unfortunately can’t this year. I injured my back again. What qualities do you look for in a woman? If she can cook for me, she is winning.

What is the best advice you have ever gotten? “Today is the first day of the rest of the life.” – Former Football Coach Plan a date in Canton/ Potsdam: Busters. It’s a great new sports bar in town. What is your most notable Ticker/weekend memory? One night, the bartender at the Ticker gave me free drinks all night. THN: Is that the PG version? SC: Yes. How could a possible love interest catch your attention? Keep me laughing. I’m always cheesing around campus. Do you see yourself getting married to someone from St. Lawrence? I’m not opposed to it. Anything else you’d like to add? Add me on snapchat. I am very a approachable person. I’m very friendly and easygoing.

Cocktail of the Week:

Fall Fest Inspired Sangria Ingredients:

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2 apples taken from Dana One bottle of Chardonnay 1/2 cup of peach brandy 1/4 of honey 2 oranges 1 lemon and 1 lime Cinnamon sticks (2), ginger slices (2), cloves (3) Club Soda Ice

Instructions:

Combine Chardonnay, brandy and honey. Add chopped apple and the quartered orange, lemon and lime. Add cinnamon, ginger and cloves. Refrigerate overnight. Strain sangria into a pitcher. Top with club soda and ice. Peel and chop the remaining apple and orange and use for a garnish.

SEPEMBER 18, 2015

SLU’S HABI CREW IN IT’S NEW HOME

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Habi Makes a Home at 62Park By JONATHAN TEN EYCK STAFF WRITER

The St. Lawrence University website defines a theme house as “a recognized group of students living in a university house or residence hall with a common interest, vision, or goal that will benefit students, the university, or the Canton community.” Being in a theme house involves being part of a tight knit community that bonds together through the shared experience of living together in a house or floor. While a theme house can exist within a residence hall, The International House was the only theme house located in a normal residence hall prior to last year. To the student body, the theme community (official terminology) is the collection of theme houses that line the streets around campus. Up until last semester The Habitat for Humanity House was firmly

ensconced in this group. This year, The Habitat for Humanity House has had to adapt to the loss of their home and adjust to their new living place on the first floor of 62 Park St. Throughout the process they have work to adapt with a positive attitude and strived to maintain the family atmosphere that makes the Habitat House their home. “It’s the people that make the house,” says Habitat House member Katlyn Gillespie ’16. This sentiment was frequently brought up in talking to house members, as they emphasized that the loss of their house didn’t mean a decrease in the activities of the habitat club. It simply meant that they no longer had a common place to host events. The members mentioned that there had been a lot of freshmen interest, which is one of the positives of their new

location. The members of the Habitat House were given several options by Residence Life as to where they could live this year, and they chose 62 Park St. for several reasons. One benefit, said Alea Robinson ’17, was that they were much more centrally located now and more easily accessible to students who were interested in the club. They also remarked that living in the same building with nonclub members allowed them to form relationships with parts of the student body they might not have had the chance to otherwise. Living on Park St. also kept Habitat close to the other theme houses. As to how living in 62 Park St. has been so far, Habitat members are enthusiastic. Libby Boissy ’16 said the house has formed a good relationship with the non-Habitat members in the building. Katlyn Gillespie admitted that, “obviously it’s a bummer,” that they aren’t in a house anymore, but that they “are trying to be as positive as possible.” However, they say that it has been challenging to adjust to the smaller space and the more separated living conditions. “We don’t see each other as much,” said Chad Rahtz ’16, “but that’s a good and bad thing”. Members agreed that they now have more personal space than they did in the house, but there was a general consensus that the difference in living conditions has been a mixed experience. The Habitat group hopes to gain a house again next year, but for the meantime, lives between The Green House, The Hub, and The Outing Club, still a part of the theme community. While 62. Park St. is not an ideal situation for The Habitat for Humanity House, they’ve certainly proven that, even without a house per se, all it takes is heart to make a home.

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AN EASY GUIDE TO THE AUTUMN NIGHT

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Stars Over SLU: An Easy Guide to the Autumn Sky By OLIVIA WHITE FEATURES EDITOR

On a crisp fall night in Canton, there is nothing quite as captivating as the multitude of twinkling diamond stars that decorate the inky black sky like celestial freckles over the North Country. Our night sky is vast and marvelous, a canvas that gradually fades into the earth’s shadow, an aegis of heavenly bodies, protective in its perceived proximity, and entirely non-judgmental of our nighttime activities. But there’s more to the sky than its beauty, and on a clear night, away from the light pollution of campus, a pattern of ancient constellations can be navigated with just a cursory knowledge of a few important points. Essential star-gazing accouterments include a blanket, binoculars or a telescope, and perhaps a star chart and compass to guide your skyward gaze. The constellation Cassiopeia, a mythological queen commemorated with five bright starts in the shape of a “W” or an “M,” and can be found at the top of the sky midway through the autumn equinox. Directly to the south of Cassiopeia is her daughter Andromeda. According to Greek myth, vain Cassiopeia sacrificed Andromeda to a sea monster as recompense for her own wrongdoings. She is chained to a rock until heroic Perseus slays the monster

and saves her. The princess is immortalized in a constellation in a crucifix arrangement, representing a woman who has been chained at the wrists with her arms outstretched. The assistance of your handy binoculars may be required for a better view the Andromeda Galaxy, the biggest visible galaxy next to our Milky Way. Next, find the Great Square of Pegasus, which should be easy to find if you look straight up. Its shape is self explanatory, but this constellation is decipherable from other ambiguous square shapes because there appears to be little else within its four cornered confines. Locate the head and two front legs by imaging the great winged created is flying upside down. The Big Dipper, a familiar friend, is visible all year long and waits along the northern horizon. It’s labeled a “poler constellation” because of its nearness to the North Pole. Locate the two stars at the end of the cup. These point to Polaris, more commonly known as the North Star, the center of the northern sky and a useful navigational tool. Even if the art of navigation by star is no longer necessary for determining ones location when the sun sets, a little amateur astronomy may come in handy the next time you’re looking to impress whoever shares your blanket the next time you set out for some quality star gazing.

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Brushing Up: Seeing the Elephant at the Richard F. Brush Gallery By OLIVIA RETTSTATT STAFF WRITER The featured exhibition at the Brush Gallery is a compilation of mixed media works centered on current and past warfare of all shapes and sizes. Titled “Seeing the Elephant,” the exhibition will be running until October 10th. As imagined, the powerful messages about war and the viewpoints of the respective artists come through full force. The show evokes strong emotions while refraining from gruesome violence. The featured artists elicit the inner turmoil that occurs during these times of chaos and pain. The overarching themes of conflict and war are as

old as art itself, proving to be a great vehicle for subcategories such as political criticisms and emotional catharsis. The works in the show take us from The Americas to Europe, varying from woodcut prints, propaganda posters, watercolors, and sculpture. Still confused about the title? “Seeing the Elephant” is a phrase that was coined during the Civil War, explaining how a soldier felt when being fired upon as well as the worn down jaded feelings soldiers were were burdened with upon returning from combat. However, some argue the phrase extends back further to the Third Century B.C when Alexander the Great’s

Macedonian warriors defeated the elephant, the mounted army of King Porus of Pauravas (modern day Pakistan). All of the works are proudly from our own private collection, and were curated by director Carole Mathey and Melissa Schulenberg, Associate Professor of Art and Art History. So, come by to enjoy some art, air conditioning, and me! (Tuesdays and Thursdays!) I would be happy to talk through the works or partake in a heated art debate! If you still crave more, come by the gallery discussion with Donna Alvah, Laura Rediehs, and Melissa Schulenberg, Monday, October 5th at 4:30 p.m!

SARAH HEATHERTON/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER A simple selection of this season’s gallery collection.

Transitioning to Fall Fashion: The DOs and DON’Ts By MAEVE WALSH COLUMNIST Time flies when it is Add/ Drop period, and now that summer temperatures are dropping, both workloads and wardrobes are beginning to get bulkier. While the cool breeze coming through your window fan is usually something to rejoice, the stress of plotting your fall outfits can quickly ruin celebrating the new season. To save stress over what to add to your fall wardrobe, here is a quick and dirty guide on what looks to transition, what ones are great additions, and what you should store until raft day next year. TRANSITION: Take all those hats you bought to keep the sun off your face and get ready to work them into fall. Floppy brim fedoras in fabrics such as felt and wool mesh perfectly with fall’s trends, especially with a small strip of leather wrapping around it. Keeping in line with trends for the noggin, hoop earrings are making a comeback in a

large way. Take this trend any way you like, from small hoops to ones that sweep across your shoulders it is time to bring back your favorite old-school accessory. STORE: Put away those shorts and Birkenstocks ladies and gentlemen, because closed toe shoes have once again become necessary. While you are at it, pack up all your light wash and super distressed denim; fall’s favorite pants are in dark hues, with completely closed seams. Now for tops, it might be time to retire all those neon’s; bright yellows, pinks, and even oranges should be put away for later, unless you plan on mixing them with black or deep blue. Lastly, do not forget to put your white jeans in the far back of the closet. Labor Day has passed, and with it our days of beach whites. ADDITIONS: First and foremost, the fall fashion gods have finally given us what we want: trends precisely in line with Cher from

Clueless. Get ready because 90’s collegiate style has come back in style and it is better than ever before. Schoolgirl skater skirts are now in colorful plaids and denims, and modestneckline tops get extra sassy with cropped fits. Blazers have been replaced with lightweight faux-fur jackets, and even turtlenecks are now getting a chic makeover. However, if this trend is not for you, do not fret. Take your breezy beachy favorites and use them to rock fall’s emphasis on western and folk styles. Fringe and leather are the perfect accent to dark nudes and purple hues, and go wild with silver and western-esq accessories. So there you have it SLUzers, a quick and dirty roundup of what you can expect to see around campus. Enjoy the last few glimpses of sundresses and shorts, because in the blink of an eye the student center will be a maze of puffy coats. The seasons may change, but style is transitional so I say we welcome winter with open arms.

KAYSE BRUNELL/STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Dare Guild ‘18, Dana O’Malley ‘18, and Caroline McCarthy ‘18 in fall’s finest.

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The Players of Fall Fest By ALEXA MITCHELL A&E EDITOR Sitting in my townhouse kitchen the other day, I thought about Fall Fest and how excited I was for both, The MisterWives and Atlas Genius to grace us with their presence on campus this Friday afternoon. I knew many classic songs like “Our Own House,” which reminded me of summer camp and made me smile, as well as “Molecules,” a nice tune for a rainy day. Yet, I also wanted to know some background on the bands. How did they form? Where were they from? What was their mission? With questions like these floating in my mind I went on a quick pre-concert hunt. The MisterWives came out of New York City in 2012 when the now lead singer, Mandy Lee wanted an 80s cover band for her birthday. She gathered two friends and was slowly introduced to others that would help to complete the band that now includes: a lead singer (Lee, the only girl in the

band!), a percussionist, a bass guitarist, a regular guitarist, a multi-instrumentalist (fancy), and a saxophonist. They played their first show at the New York City Canal Room and were immediately signed to Photo Finish Records following thier performance. They then produced the name, MisterWives, from the Mormon polygamy term, Sister Wives. After touring with and opening for many other bands, The MisterWives finally released their first album, Reflections, in January of 2014. Since then the band has been growing, working on another album, announcing their own world tour, and also having their songs premiere on T.V. shows and in commercials. It is safe to say the MisterWives are just being their musical journey. On the other hand, Atlas Genius was formed in 2009 in Adelaide, Australia when the Jeffery brothers and a new British friend of theirs decided it was time to make their dreams a reality. They

started in their family garage by building their own recording studio and then learning the ropes on how to get themselves out there. They released their first single, “Trojans,” in 2011 and entered it into a national radio station contest, known as “Triple J’s Talent Contest.” Soon enough, the single was well reviewed by big names from Neon Gold and placed on Sirius XM radios Alt Nation channel. From there, the group was signed to Warner Bros. Records and released their first three-track album, Through the Glass. Shortly after they released their debut album, When It Was Now. Since then the band has released two more albums and unfortunately lost two members, but have been touring with exclusive touring members, making them another band to look out for. Now that I have provided this short band history, I hope to see you all out there on the lawn this afternoon giving it up for two bands that are most definitley on the rise!

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By MORGAN DANNA STAFF WRITER There are times when TV shows can be just a little too long. Despite the initial appeal of staring mindlessly at a screen for several hours, occasionally people get bored or have one of those real life responsibility things that they must attend to. If this scenario seems familiar to you then, it is time to switch up what you have been watching. Inside Amy Schumer is likely the most commitment free show you could find. Each episode is entirely independent from the one before it, so you are not as likely to get sucked into the whole ‘I need to watch another episode to find out what happens next’ trap. In fact, you do not even have to watch an entire episode in one sitting. Each installment of Inside Amy Schumer is made up of short, diverse, and hilarious sketches interspersed with real on-the-street interviews with everyday people. The only consistency between each piece is the star, comedian Amy Schumer. The show first aired on Comedy Central back in 2013 and covers a massive number of topics; it is impossible to

pinpoint the main themes throughout the show because there are none. One sketch, for instance, stars Schumer and her boyfriend shopping for a new shirt for him. The segment is cleverly titled ‘Say Fine to the Shirt’ and parodies TLC’s reality show Say Yes to the Dress. in addtion, another segment highlights a fake boy band’s music video convincing Schumer that she is beautiful without makeup on, only to realize that once she has taken it off they prefer it on. Furthermore, the number of impressive actors and actresses who have been on the show is extremely extensive. They include Tim Gunn, Dennis Quaid, Bill Hader, America Ferrera, and Tina Fey. If you are looking for a low commitment show that will make you laugh (a lot), then give Inside Amy Schumer a try. Each sketch is only a few minutes long, so if one does not strike your fancy, then the next is sure to do so. Even if you have never heard of Amy Schumer before in your life (although I am not sure many of us are in that position) after spending a few episodes with her, I can almost guarantee you will start to love her.

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NASA Probe Reaches Pluto By JACK CHRISTENSEN STAFF WRITER On September 11, NASA made public the first round of photos of Pluto and its moons obtained from the most recent download of data sent back by the New Horizons unmanned space probe, which made a historic flyby within 7,800 miles of the dwarf planet two months ago on July 14. Among the images is one revealing a heart-shaped patch of plains in Pluto’s equatorial region, another capturing a range of 11,000-foot tall mountains composed entirely of water ice floating on a softer sea of nitrogen ice, and a final image of Pluto backlit by the sun, framed by a silver halo of atmospheric haze. Alan Stern, New Horizons principal investigator, has remarked of the photos, “Pluto has shown us a diversity of landforms and complexity of processes that rival anything we’ve seen in the solar system.” These images of Pluto are the culmination of nine-and-a half years of waiting. The first expedition of NASA’s New Frontiers program, a series of space explorations of the solar system, the New Horizons space probe was launched from Cape Canaveral on January 19, 2006 with the primary goal of recording data on Pluto and its moon system. To that end, New Horizons hurtled through interstellar space at an average speed of one million miles per day for nearly a decade, steadily covering the three billion miles that separate Pluto from Earth. Due to its remoteness and small size, Pluto has proven to be an enigma ever since its discovery by the 24 year-old astronomer Clyde Tombaugh in 1930. Pluto first appeared to Tombaugh, then employed at the Lowell observatory in Arizona, as a tiny dot in a set of long-exposure images of the night sky. Tombaugh was able to confirm the dot was in fact a new planet due to its constant movement from one photo to the next. Other than the measure of its orbit and defining feature of ice, verifiable conclusions about Pluto have been hard to come by. It was not until 1978 that Pluto’s first moon was discovered(four additional moons have since been discovered, the most recent one in 2012). Now, the data and images being sent back by New Horizons

constitute the first conclusive information astronomers have ever been able to glean regarding the composition, atmosphere, and precise nature of Pluto and its moons. Among the major findings made possible by New Horizons since July is that Pluto, along with its largest moon, Charon, is geologically active, that Pluto’s atmosphere is substantial enough to create wind, and that Pluto’s diameter is precisely 1,473 miles, forty-three-and-a half miles more than estimated (efforts to determine Pluto’s exact diameter had previously been stymied by its hazy atmosphere). One thing that will not change, though, despite the new findings being sent back by New Horizons, is Pluto’s status as a dwarf planet. Among the criteria used to delineate planets put forward by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) in August 2006, is the stipulation that a planet must have “cleared the neighborhood around its orbit” of galactic debris. Pluto, however, is part of the Kuiper Belt, a band of debris beyond Neptune wherein no object has completely cleared its orbit. Accordingly, the IAU reclassified Pluto as a “dwarf planet” in September of the same year. This reclassification, though, does not make the exploration of Pluto any less significant. Commenting via email, SLU astronomer Jeffrey Miller intones, “Astronomers have used the term ‘dwarf ’ to refer to the smaller objects in a particular category. Our own Sun is considered a dwarf star, and there are galaxies in the neighborhood of the Milky Way that are considered dwarf galaxies. And since the New Horizons flyby, we now know that Pluto is the largest of the dwarf planets, so it is very special indeed.” Beyond its exact size, we will come to know even more about Pluto throughout the next year. As a result of limitations in the amount of data that can be transmitted to Earth by New Horizon’s radio signal, NASA expects to receive new data and images of Pluto and its moons into fall of 2016. The revelations revealed so far by New Horizons are only the tip of the iceberg, and astronomers expect to be astonished further by surprises from the solar system’s heretofore-elusive former ninth planet.

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Above, a Californian firefighter monitors a blaze in San Bernadino National Forest.

Western Summer Defined by Fire By GUNNAR OHLSON STAFF WRITER

While many of the eastern states have enjoyed a relatively humid summer with intermittent rainfall, much of the Northern Mountain and Pacific West have experienced a drastically different sort of summer. Due to an unusually hot and dry summer along with a mild winter, the 2015 fire season has been an exceptionally active one for wildland firefighters. However, it did not start out this way. The Southwestern fire season that typically occurs in spring and early summer was inactive, while the Northwest fire season started about a month earlier than usual. What started out as a bad season for those who make their living battling these blazes turned out to be quite the opposite. Before the monsoons hit, the southwest is usually plagued by large, fast moving blazes. This unusually cool and wet summer made May, June and July a very slow year for these firefighters. Meanwhile firefighters in Alaska were left to call for backup as smoke just about swallowed the state whole. According to the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC), based out of Boise, Idaho, fires in Alaska have charred more than five million acres compared to last years 233,000 acres. In early July, while my own crew boss was dispatched in Alaska he called back to say that the state so cloaked by smoke that most fires could go undetected for weeks. Luckily, the months of July and August brought Alaska back to its usual climate to squelch the many fires. This also allowed the many firefighters from the lower 48 states to return home just in time. The rest of the Northwestern states all had very low snow

years and warm springs which resulted in a very quick snow runoff. This usually means a hot fire season and 2015 would prove to be no different. For the month of June, many firefighters were kept bracing for what was cracked up to be a big season. The ingredients were almost all there for very big fires to start. The fuel was dry and ready to burn, humidity day after day was well below normal, and temperatures stayed high. The only ingredient missing was a spark. In late June, a spark came in northern Idaho that kicked off the season for real. Dry thunderstorms rolled in over Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana igniting hundreds of small fires. The vast majority of these flames would be put out within days, while some would eventually engulf thousands of acres of forests. One of these fires was the Reynolds Creek fire of Glacier National Park, Montana. It grew to 5,000 acres seemingly overnight, devouring a pine forest on the way. Washington was the next state to spark big fires. Of these fires was the Okanogan Complex fire. This fire grew to become the state’s largest recorded complex fire, breaking the record of last year’s Carlton Complex fire. Engulfing more than 300,000 acres and in the process forcing the evacuation of numerous towns, the Okanogan Complex Fire garnered news attention from all over the world. Tragically, the nearby Twisp Fire that engulfed more than 16,000 acres killed three firefighters. As fire danger spread west, the last state to get hit was California. Many predicted California would be the first to spark large fires given their current extreme drought, but Mother Nature held out. California firefighting is much different than many of the

other western states. They have the most wildland urban interface, which means many fires in California threaten communities. Many firefighters dread these fires because oftentimes they must be fought more aggressively to protect structures and require many more firefighters. One such fire is the Valley Fire. So far it has burned around 62,000 acres, destroyed 412 structures, and has forced the evacuation of 23,000 residents. According to the New York Times, it has even tragically killed one elderly lady that simply could not leave her home quickly enough. While many California fires are in fact smaller than fires that may burn in Montana and Idaho, they happen in more developed areas so they typically destroy more structures and garner more media attention. The NIFC states that last year, fires in California burned 555,000 acres. Already this year, fires have burned more than 736,000 acres. While some fires present many challenges to communities around the west, the vast majority of them go on without ever picking up any attention. Fires can be tragic as we have seen with the Twisp Fire and Valley Fire this year, but they can also mark new beginnings. They are necessary for western forest ecosystems and provide jobs for thousands of firefighters. The west will continue to burn year after year. Forest and grasslands will continue to char, but in no way do we lose this land. In fact, it begins anew. While it is tragic what some fires can do to communities and their residents around the west, thousands of other fires will never grow to be as big and destructive. As my crew boss likes to say, there are just two rules of all forest fires: they ignite and they always go out.

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