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PASSHE schools may face layoffs after 2020-21 academic year Noel Miller News Editor

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The international flag display is set up in the academic quad for International Education Week.

International flags displayed in ‘heart of campus’ Blake Garlock Staff Writer

A display of 71 international flags lined the academic quad last week as a traditional part of International Education Week.

Sean Cornell, Shippensburg University geography and earth science professor, began organizing the event at its inception 11 years ago.

“I sit on the international education advisory board, and I’ve always been inspired by all things international,” Cornell said.

His admiration for international subjects is just one of Cornell’s reasons for starting the flag display. When he began organizing the event, Cornell wanted to get younger students involved as well.

See “FLAG,” A3

SU, Etter ask students to practice safety Hannah Pollock Editor-in-Chief

Shippensburg University Students and faculty are pushing to Nov. 20 with about two weeks remaining in the fall 2020 semester. SU delivered face-to-face, hybrid and remote instruction, allowing students to choose to live on campus, while others remained off-campus or at home.

SU modified the fall academic calendar so students would not return to campus following the Thanksgiving holiday. SU decreased the threat of spreading the virus on-campus after the holiday, but what about SU community members spreading it to their families?

Many SU students reside in central Pennsylvania, where it is common for multiple families across the commonwealth to gather in a local home. Some have altered

their Thanksgiving break plans, while others are planning a traditional feast.

SU management professor M. Blake Hargrove wanted to share his family’s story to get students to think of their own. His father, Cecil “Mac” Hargrove, died in March from coronavirus complications. Hargrove shares the story of his father in the accompanying story on A1.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) officials are recommending families virtually celebrate the upcoming holidays. Officials said family members must consider the community levels of the coronavirus at the celebration location and where family members are coming from. The length of the gathering, as well as the number of people attending and their behaviors are important to note, officials said.

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More than 100 faculty members at five Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) schools received retrenchment letters as of Oct. 30.

Cheney, Lock Haven, Indiana, Edinboro and Mansfield universities sent the letters, according to a press release from the Association of Pennsylvania State College and University Faculties (APSCUF). Both tenured and tenure-track faculty received the letters.

Lock Haven sent out the least with only two letters and IUP sent out the most with 81 letters, according to the release.

Officials at California and Clarion universities have not

sent out letters but it remains a possibility, the release said.

The deadline for alerting tenured faculty in the collective bargaining agreement was Oct. 30 and is only the first of multiple deadlines for other letters to be given to faculty, according to the press release.

Probationary non-tenured faculty beyond the second year must be notified by Dec. 1, second-year probationary non-tenured faculty by Dec. 15 and first year probationary non-tenured faculty by March 1 as required by the APSCUF contract.

Faculty layoffs are a blow to professors and take away opportunities from students, said APSCUF president Jamie Martin.

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SUPD participates in ‘Treats no Tricks’

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SUPD participated in the “Treats No Tricks” event organized by Shippensburg University.

Local parents and children came to celebrate, although socially distanced this year.

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Professor loses father to coronavirus

Urges students to take COVID-19 seriously

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M. Blake Hargrove (in blue), with his father, Cecil “Mac” Hargrove (far right), and family members.

Hannah Pollock Editor-in-Chief

For some Shippensburg University community members, the COVID-19 coronavirus is nothing more than an inconvenience requiring them to wear masks. Some are lucky enough have no personal connection to the virus. But for many families, the numbers read by news anchors each evening are more than numbers: They were mothers, fathers, brothers and sisters.

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sor, M. Blake Hargrove, lost his father in March from coronavirus complications.

Hargrove shared his family’s story on Sept. 17, days before America reached 200,000 deaths, according to the Associated Press. As of Monday morning, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 229,932 deaths in the United States.

Hargrove teaches in the John L. Grove College of Business, and said he wanted to share his family’s story to give SU students a name

and a face to think about the virus. And he is encouraging SU students to take the virus seriously.

Hargrove explained that there are some students who are “paralyzed with fear,” while others are seemingly unconcerned with the threat of the virus.

“But I obviously, personally, know that it’s real,” Hargrove said. “Things are weird, and life is disrupted because of COVID. And you know I miss my Dad.” Hargrove described his father, Cecil “Mac” Hargrove, as a curious, intellectual, caring man, who had a passion for learning about the world around him.

Mac attended law school for a while but did not become a lawyer. He also went to seminary and served as a preacher in a small Texas town, before becoming a real estate investor.

Mac also had several opportunities to meet and interact with Martin Luther King Jr., of which his son said were life-shaping for his father.

Hargrove said his father worked well into his 70s, but always made time to enjoy

art and opera music. Mac, and his wife of 63 years, Katherine, held opera and symphony tickets for their whole life together.

Mac and his wife would spend their mornings in their Dallas, Texas, home reading the New York Times and the Dallas Morning News, passing sections back and forth to one another. Hargrove noted his father’s yearning for intellectual growth and curiosity, given his love for reading.

“He was a searcher; he was looking for other people’s perspectives. And it was really interesting to watch him in the last couple years because he was really, heavily, intellectually engaged in people’s ideas,” Hargrove said.

Cecil “Mac” Hargrove See “HARGROVE,” A3

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Local health officials are offering similar guidance. Ashleigh Bailey, a WellSpan CRNP at Etter Health Center shared tips for students to remain healthy at the end of the semester, and as they travel home for the holidays.

“Students have to think about the fact that if they are getting sick, they’re not the ones who are really at risk, unless they have comorbidities. It’s the grandparents, the aunts, the uncles who get more sick,” Bailey said.

“They [students] want to think about who they’re going to be around.”

Bailey said students should continue to wear masks, wash their hands for 20 seconds or use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Students should also cough into their elbows, and disinfect frequently touched objects like cell phones, counters and doorknobs, according to Bailey.

“Be alert to symptoms such as fever, cough or shortness of breath. If you feel different monitor yourself for that,” she said.

Bailey said if students are going to be around others with less than 6 feet of social distance, they should wear a mask and take their temperatures. When taking one’s temperature, Bailey said students must be mindful of elements that could impact a clear reading, including medicines like ibuprofen and acetaminophen, or if they just worked out or were sitting in a heated car.

Bailey said when students are traveling home or elsewhere for the holidays, they should avoid making frequent stops at gas stations and restaurants. She recommended students pack their own snacks and drinks to avoid stops.

As for those big holiday dinners and parties, Bailey said it is better to have small dinners with those in your household and to Zoom or FaceTime loved ones.

“They’re the best ways to connect with people this holiday season,” Bailey said.

At SU, officials are continuing to promote the “Raider Respect” initiative through the end of the semester.

The university is working to keep students healthy and safe as students enter the final weeks of the semester through entertainment programming options as an alternative to off-campus partying.

SU President Laurie Carter encouraged students to use the testing services available at Etter Health Center, especially as the campus nears the completion of the on-campus portion of the semester.

“Get tested as close to going home as you possibly can,” Carter said.

Carter and SU Chief External Relations Officer Kim Garris said they expect an uptick in testing at the end of the semester.

Garris said there will be added test hours beginning Nov. 10 at Etter, weekdays from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and weekends from noon-5 p.m.

Students must call to make an appointment before arriving for testing, and if the appointments fill, officials will work to add more appointments.

“No one wants to be responsible for bringing this virus home to their family,” Carter said. “So get tested and put everyone at ease.”

Carter recommended that students continue to wear their masks, wash their hands and to social distance.

“Make sure you are being really intentional about social distancing and not putting yourself in risky situations that could expose you to the virus,” Carter said.

When asked how she thought SU did with returning to campus this fall, Carter praised the community coming together. She wanted to thank the students for what they did for SU to remain on campus for the entire semester.

“It was not perfect, but it allowed us to provide a life on-campus that permitted students to have some semblance of life within this pandemic,” Carter said. “I know it’s not perfect and I know it’s been challenging, and I

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Etter Health Center will have additional COVID-19 coronavirus testing through the end of the semester. Call 717-477-1458 to schedule an appointment. know that students, faculty and staff are really feeling a sense of isolation and a sense of lost, but when I speak with colleagues around the country and from regional campuses around us, we actually accomplished some student activities and we were able to provide some quality of experience for our students within this pandemic.”

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Read more at theslateonline.com From “FLAG,” A1

“I was looking for a way to get the elementary students on campus involved in International Education Week,” Cornell said. “So, I decided to make international flags.”

For the first few years he organized the event, Cornell had the fifth-grade students from the Grace B. Luhrs Elementary School make a flag for each country that someone at SU came from. The event grew quickly, and there were too many flags for the students to make so the university started purchasing them.

However, having too many flags to make was not the only reason the university started buying flags. While the flags were displayed one night, someone stole nearly half of them. Cornell was afraid that the elementary students would be upset if they saw their flag was stolen, so he decided to take the flags down each evening and have the students help hang them again in the morning.

“This is the first year the

fifth graders haven’t participated and that’s because of COVID-19.” Cornell said.

“They always had a blast with it.”

Although the flag display can stand alone, it serves a purpose for International Education Week.

“When we’re all on campus, it’s a great signal to let everyone know that it is International Education Week,” Cornell said. “So many people walk through the heart of campus, it’s an awareness thing.”

Diversity has been a major subject at SU. From students and faculty meeting to discuss race relations to the university hosting its first diversity week, there is no shortage of diverse opportunities on campus. Ultimately, for Cornell, the flags embody the diversity movement.

“To me, it’s really a visual representation of the diversity of our campus,” Cornell said. “I feel this week, and having the flags out, is a way to uplift everyone. We’re richer together because of our diversity, not in spite of it.”

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“He was really committed to beautiful things, and really committed to learning and finding what it was to live the good life.”

Hargrove was on a sabbatical last year and went to Spain as a Fulbright recipient. His parents and other family members were set to visit with him in the country, as the coronavirus began to take over the news headlines.

After getting clearance to travel from doctors and receiving updates from CDC and Department of State officials, Hargrove said the United States government said it was safe to travel.

“We calculated the risk based on the information we had,” Hargrove said. “I think if our government responded in a different way, I would have acted in a different way.”

Hargrove voiced his frustrations with the Trump Administration’s handling of the virus. Days before Hargrove’s interview with The Slate, journalist Bob Woodward revealed tapes recorded in February where the president acknowledged the threat of the virus.

“We were prepared to take calculated risks, and my dad was prepared to take calculated risks,” Hargrove said. “We did take a calculated risk, but our calculation was skewed by our government’s mismanagement.”

After watching the spread of the disease and listening to guidance, Hargrove said his parents flew to Spain on March 6. While abroad, Hargrove said he and his family were able to see some of the city; however, the coronavirus cases grew quickly while they were there. Officials had not mandated the use of masks yet. The Spanish government shutdown nonessential businesses, and after the Hargroves left became much stricter with social gatherings to attempt to stop

Carter added that next semester SU officials hope to provide more for students as they pursue better testing options.

“We’re learning as we go along, as is everyone in this pandemic,” she said.

To schedule an appointment for coronavirus testing at Etter, call 717-477-1458.

social transmission.

When returning to the states on March 14, Hargrove said they took every precaution to try and limit their social interactions, including using a private car service from New York to Pennsylvania.

After returning home, Mac did not show any symptoms until 10 days after exposure. At least five of the six members of the household tested positive for the virus, including Mac’s 82-year-old wife. Hargrove said she had a couple days of lethargy, while his own wife lost her smell and taste senses and he had a headache. Hargrove’s two daughters were asymptomatic. One daughter had flu-like symptoms, but never tested positive.

Hargrove drove his father to the hospital and checked in around 3 p.m. and his father died around 7:30 the following morning. He said his father’s death was, “pretty swift and painless.”

He said the family was grateful for the nurses, especially the two who committed that they would hold their father, grandfather and husband’s hand when he died. Hargrove said his father died during the shift turnover time and actually had a nurse in each hand.

“You know it is really comforting and sweet, but it also wasn’t us. It wasn’t my mom; it wasn’t me and my brothers or his granddaughters. It was two strangers,” Hargrove said.

Hargrove said his father’s death in many ways is probably the way he would have wanted to go out.

“Getting to see these beautiful places that he’d never seen before, getting to see these works of art that he had never been able to see and getting to experience a city that he’d never seen before,” Hargrove said.

Hargrove said he does not feel overwhelmed with guilt but said he does not

like the connection between his decision and his father’s death.

“But it’s pretty incontrovertible that had I not had a Fulbright in Spain, and they wouldn’t have gone to Spain,” Hargrove said. “And I know what would be heartbreaking for any Shippensburg student, whatever their politics is to contribute to the death of their own parents or grandparents.”

“COVID does not care whether or not you believe it or not. The virus does not care whether you think it’s a real thing” M. Blake Hargrove SU Professor Hargrove said he wanted students to hear his family’s story to recognize that the daily coronavirus death numbers are more than a number — they are a family member.

“This is a real story, it’s a real thing and then if they don’t take it seriously, it’s not just going to screw up their college experience,” Hargrove said.

“COVID does not care whether you believe it or not. The virus does not care whether you think it’s a real thing. If students behave like it’s not a real thing, and they go home for Thanksgiving dinner where their grandparents don’t think it’s a real thing, they can kill their grandparents [through exposure].”

Given that a lot of SU students live in central Pennsylvania where families tend to have Thanksgiving dinners with more than their individual households, Hargrove encouraged students to think before acting.

“Take advantage of free testing and give up on partying and going out,” Hargrove said.

SU to hold socially distanced homecoming next weekend Noel Miller News Editor

Shippensburg University alumni and students will still get to celebrate homecoming despite the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic.

Officials will virtually hold Homecoming 2020 Nov. 12-14, with limited in-person programming for students. The schedule of events can be found at ship.edu/alumni/ homecoming/.

Nov. 12 kicks off the celebration as “Throw Back Thursday” where officials will announce the Alumni Awards of Distinction and a Ship Memories-HOCO 2020 photo album that participants can upload homecoming memories and photos.

On “Spirit Friday” students and alumni

are encouraged to wear their SU spirit wear and post to social media with the #Ship2020 hashtag where they will have a chance to win “Ship swag,” according to the homecoming website.

Officials will also announce the Athletic Hall of Fame honorees, and there will be a virtual tour of the McAllister Brewing Co. in the evening.

Saturday will feature a virtual Ship signature cocktails event with alumnus Bill Ackerman and a virtual Ship signature mocktail event with senior Isabel Ortiz.

Raiders can attend the virtual homecoming tailgate over Zoom from noon-1 p.m. where participants can go in and out of different rooms during the event.

See “HOMECOMING,” A4

Photo Courtesy of Megan Silverstrim

Many homecoming events will be held virtually from Nov. 12 to Nov. 14. On Nov. 14 there will be a students-only in-person celebration at the C7 parking lot with food trucks and lawn games and the homecoming royalty will be announced.

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State Police Briefs Police respond to report of property damage Police say a 66-year-old man, of 589 Britton Road, Shippensburg, reported that his mailbox was damaged at 10 p.m. on Oct. 30. The investigation is ongoing.

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Commentary: No matter how you present it, cutting classes, programs hurts students

Sign stolen from yard in Shippensburg Police responded to a report that a sign was stolen from a yard on Middle Spring Road, Shippensburg. The victim, a 32-year-old male, said the sign was stolen on Oct. 13 at 1:15 a.m.

A 1989 Honda was involved in the theft. The investigation is ongoing.

From “PASSHE,” A1

“Retrenchment is devastating at any time, but these letters are threatening to take away livelihoods and healthcare in the middle of a global pandemic,” Martin said.

A retrenchment letter does not guarantee the faculty member will not have a job in the future and the union will continue to try to find alternatives to faculty cuts, the press release said.

APSCUF understands Pennsylvania is near the bottom of public-funded higher education in many ways and has already tried to balance its budget without job cuts, Martin said.

During negotiations for the contract signed

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Students can attend a student-only, in-person homecoming celebration at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 14 in the C7 parking lot. The SU Marching

last year, there had been no mention of potential retrenchment or APSCUF would have fought to avoid it, according to Martin.

The potential retrenchment comes from PASSHE Chancellor Daniel Greenstein’s calling for state schools to return to the student/ faculty ratios of the 2010-11 academic year, according to the press release.

However, the faculty struggled with large class sizes during that time and returning to this ratio would hurt students, Martin said. Students, alumni, faculty and community members wishing to advocate against retrenchment can visit apscuf.org/ students/#Retrenchmentstudents to learn more, according to the press release.

will perform at the event.

The event will also include food trucks and lawn games, as well as giveaways every 20 minutes, officials said.

Homecoming royalty will be announced at 7:45 p.m.

In addition to online programming, homecoming participants can buy a “HOCO to Go” box that has Ship merchandise to commemorate the occasion.

MSA holds pre-election day rally encouraging students to vote

Hannah Pollock Editor-in-Chief The situation unfolding at Indiana University of Pennsylvania has filled my social media feeds this week. Recently, IUP officials announced “restructuring” of various departments, including the cutting of programs. From the covering of art sculptures and silent choirs to demonstrate a campus without the arts, to faculty union demonstrations, there is a lot going on at IUP. With faculty layoffs looming, it is a sad situation for both students and faculty at Shippensburg University’s sister school. I have a feeling it is a situation we will continue to see in the coming months at other Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) schools. PASSHE university officials are trying to make financial changes to ensure institutional longevity for its current and prospective students.

I was never excellent at math in high school, but I understand that there must be more money coming in than going out to be financially successful. PASSHE finds itself in this position due to economic conditions,

insufficient state funding and a downward trend in declining student enrollment numbers at some institutions.

PASSHE and its individual schools must figure out a way to combat financial issues. But officials must actively remember the students.

More than 100 tenured and tenure-track faculty members at Cheyney, Edinboro, IUP, Lock Haven and Mansfield received retrenchment letters, threatening their jobs. When faculty members are removed, the education experience for students will change — no matter how you present it.

Between classes, paper production and endless scrolling on social media, I scheduled my final semester of classes at SU this week. I only needed nine credits but had to take 12 to remain a full-time student. I realize that as a senior, I have taken a lot of classes. However, there are still many classes and departments in which I have never stepped foot.

But the variety of classes available for spring 2021 seemed — oh, how should I describe it — sparce.

Between prerequisites, not being a major/minor and my number of credits, my options were limited.

As I searched for classes, most of what I saw were a few sections of introductory classes, with a few classes for upperclassmen sprinkled in. Some departments are offering classes without

a professor or course delivery type listed.

One may say it is just a technical error, but I argue that this is a sign of what is happening at IUP and other PASSHE schools.

During the spring semester, PASSHE Chancellor Daniel Greenstein sent “directives” that included curtailing the use of temporary faculty, not filling vacant staff and faculty positions and eliminating low-enrolled programs.

It is evident that SU departments are not offering the same amount and variety of programs at the same frequency they did when I was a freshman. I have heard from professors who are under stress because their departments are unable to use the number of adjuncts they need.

But who suffers the most in all of this? The students.

By eliminating classes, decreasing availability or completely stopping programs, officials can save money. However, the students will bear the stress of trying to coordinate their classes and correctly when finalizing each semester schedule.

Should every class be available every semester?

Of course not. But officials must listen to the department chairs when they request to use adjuncts. SU has to offer a variety of classes to ensure its program availability where feasible and commit to leaving “restructuring” off the table.

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HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania’s top election official said Thursday that mail-in ballots received by counties in the presidential battleground state within three days after polls close will count, although she cautioned that more litigation could change that.

Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar said, however, that late-arriving ballots will be counted separately, for the sake of “effective and clear election administration in Pennsylvania.’’

Boockvar had told counties on Wednesday to set those ballots aside and not count them. That was hours before the U.S. Supreme Court turned away a Republican Party bid to block a state court order granting the

extended deadline for mailin ballots in Pennsylvania.

“Under the current status of things, they will be counted, but I don’t know, I’m not going to game out what could happen if another filing changes things,’’ Boockvar, a Democrat, said.

Gov. Tom Wolf, also a Democrat, said the uncertainty adds to the need for everyone to get their ballots in before polls close at 8 p.m. on this Tuesday, Election Day. President Donald Trump, who is aligned with the Republican Party’s opposition to the state court’s deadline extension, tweeted Thursday that the extension “is a disaster.”

Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden are hotly contesting Pennsylvania’s 20 electoral votes.

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We must practice political discourse after election For many college students, this is the first presidential election in which we will get to vote.

Our social media feeds, professors, parents, friends and just about every other influential outlet have urged us to register to vote and show up to the polls Nov. 3 — either in-person or through mail-in ballots.

At Shippensburg University, ShipVotes has worked extremely hard to promote the civic duty on campus and to provide voters with necessary resources, including transportation.

It is important that we educate ourselves on the issues, and not just vote the way our parents or friends vote. We

have a voice and our votes will be counted, but only if we vote.

The way we vote will affect our lives for the next four years and beyond.

While one vote may not seem like a lot, it makes a huge difference.

But on Nov. 4, we must remember to be respectful to one another. We must try to back off the edge and get to a place where we can have civil political discourse without fear.

We must be able to talk to one another, grounded in ethics and standards.

There needs to be a marketplace of ideas where we can meet together to build a better future for us all.

We want to be able to hold a con-

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Adam Friscia Staff Columnist

As the 2020 presidential race concludes, it marks the 20-year anniversary of the most controversial election in American history — the results of which are relevant today.

The 2000 general election pitted Democratic nominee Al Gore against Republican counterpart George W. Bush. Gore was the vice president of the United States, while Bush served as the governor of Texas.

Although pollsters predicted a close contest, no one was prepared for what unfolded.

Early on election night, the nation’s media outlets declared Gore the win-

versation with someone who is not like-minded, without shutting the other person down when they say something in which we disagree. We must be respectful of all people — no matter who they are.

While these discussions may be harder to have right now, we need to have human decency and respect for one another.

We do not always have to agree with one another, but we must make sure that everyone’s human rights are met.

We must ensure that all people are valued. There are a lot of strong opinions in this election, and there is a lot at stake.

Let’s hope people decide presidency, not the courts

ner of Florida. However, they quickly retracted their projection and deemed the state too close to call. Several hours later, Bush was proclaimed the winner of Florida and the presidency.

Upon the announcement, Gore called Bush to congratulate him. But when reports surfaced that Florida’s counts were close enough to trigger a mandatory statewide recount, Gore rescinded his concession. And Florida became the ultimate battleground for the White House.

The terms of engagement in Florida were skewed. Florida’s Governor, Jeb Bush, was the brother of George W. Bush. Further complicating matters was the fact that Florida’s Secretary of State Katherine Harris, who was responsible for overseeing the election process, was also the co-chair of George W. Bush’s presidential election committee.

Despite these conflicting interests, the recount ensued. As reported by journalist Samantha Levine, “news outlets carried images of Florida election officials staring at hanging chads on Florida’s punch-card ballots, trying to ‘discern the intent’ of the voters.”

Chads were impressions on ballots that were punched to cast a vote.

Because many of the chads were not

clearly marked and originated from democratic leaning counties, the validity of the ballots was challenged by the Bush campaign.

After Gore won a series of legal victories in the Florida Supreme Court, the United States Supreme Court intervened and suspended all counting in the state.

In a 5-4 ruling, the nation’s highest court permanently ended the recount on the grounds that insufficient time existed to establish consistent counting standards throughout Florida.

So 36 days after the election occurred, Bush officially won.

In the end, over five million ballots were cast in Florida with Bush taking the state by just 537 votes. And despite winning the national popular vote, Gore lost the Electoral College by a tally of 271-266.

What happened in the 2000 general election is a cautionary tale. As we brace for the results of the 2020 election, Pennsylvania is in a precarious position. With both parties already fighting over mail-in ballots, the possibility of history repeating exists.

For the sake of our democracy, let’s hope the presidency is decided by the people and not the courts.

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Matthew Unger Staff Columnist

At 2 a.m. on Nov. 1, our clocks fell back an hour. Daylight saving time has ended and we all got an extra hour of sleep. Who would not want that? Well, maybe it would have been better if the clocks did not fall back at all. Daylight saving time has always been a topic of debate.

Should we keep it or should we toss it? Some countries do not use daylight savings time at all, but the United States has used it since 1918 and every state with the exception of Arizona and Hawaii still practice it.

Let’s first look at why we even started daylight savings in the first place. In the United States, daylight saving was initially introduced in 1918 during World War I in order to conserve more energy. The thought was that this would make people want to be outside more at night when it was sunny rather than staying in the house with the lights on.

Americans brought back daylight saving time during World War II and has been here in one form or another since then. Some argue that there are benefits to keeping daylight savings. These include that when we “spring forward” there is an extra hour of sunlight in the evening. This extra hour of sun can be good for those who

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have trouble seeing at night while driving in the dark.

The extra sunlight is said to have reduced pedestrian fatalities while driving by 13% during dawn and dusk, according to timeanddate. com. The website also said there was a 7% decrease in robberies at night after we would “spring” forward.

In relation to detriments associated with daylight saving, some people argue that it can disrupt people’s biological clocks and circadian rhythm. Timeanddate.com said the beginning of daylight saving time can produce some negative health effects.

Heart attacks, suicide and even miscarriages have been reported.

Daylight savings also pushes the sunrise back later in the morning, which is something that some people do not like. I have heard some parents do not like this because it means that their children will have to stand outside in the dark while waiting for the school bus in the morning.

Personally, I think that there are many benefits to keeping daylight savings time year-round and not switching back to standard time in the fall.

I believe that it would improve productivity and alertness because it would allow people to enjoy doing outdoor activities in the evening rather than just sitting inside on the couch watching TV. The reduction in fatalities and crime that I mentioned are also good reasons to keep daylight savings year-round as well as the improvement of mental health that comes with sunnier evenings.

At least we all got an extra hour of sleep on Sunday, but maybe daylight savings yearround would benefit us more.

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Commentary: A notorious legacy

Emma Watkins Guest Contributor

Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death casts a cloud of fear over the heads of women and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

In her life, “The Notorious RBG,” fought against discrimination as what was professionally known for her fight for women’s rights. She inspired many generations to stand up and make a difference. Her death is more than just a funeral, and more than an empty seat on the Supreme Court. Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death is the beginning of a battle she has long prepared us for: The battle for our lives and rights as women, LGBTQ+, and so much more.

The battles Ginsburg prepared us for started with conflicts that were never resolved. Ginsburg fought for gender equality, leading a battle rooted in personal experience. Before her days on Capitol Hill, Ginsburg had already been fighting for gender equality at her alma mater of Harvard, where she was among eight other women who, according to Ginsburg, “were chided by the law school’s dean for taking the places of qualified males.”

Even in her career hunt after graduating Columbia Law School, Ginsburg faced discrimination because she was a

female in a “male environment.”

The stereotype of a “job for a man” has been prevalent in our lives since the very beginning, and thus, the “male environment” is not new. In fact, because of the great legacy RBG built for herself has inspired millions of women everywhere, young and old, to change their lives for the better. Imara Jones, creator and producer of TransLash Media, said “…to say she was a strong voice in women’s rights understates her impact. . .[a] large reason why women have achieved the rights we have is literally because of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.”

Ginsburg’s impact was not just laid upon women. Her work is inclusive equality for the LGBTQ+ community.

Matt Baum of Condé Naste writes that Ginsburg has “expanded access to the American promise of liberty and equality for all… is particularly meaningful for the countless LGBTQ+ Americans whose lives she’s touched.”

Ginsburg has fought for cases like Obergefell v. Hodges. Baum goes on to emphasize that in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges, RBG joined the majority “in finding that the Constitution promises liberty to all within its reach,” essentially proving that same-sex couples have the right of equal dignity in our country’s Constitution. Obergefell v. Hodges shows that all Americans deserve equality and liberty and that Ruth Bader Ginsburg loved and cared about the lives of all Americans.

The definition of love, according to Merriam-Webster, is “attraction based on sexual desire,” and it blatantly shows us that there is, and never was, a direct heterosexual meaning to the word.

Ginsburg, with her knowledge and authority single handedly helped the world understand what it means to truly love one another. Her knowledge stood at the forefront of the battle, on the tall-

est horse, and with her authority in her hands, she helped shape the world into a much more equal place.

When thinking of all the battles RBG has fought for us, we tend to forget about the battles she fought for herself, the biggest and worst one being her battle with pancreatic cancer. Before Ginsburg’s death, one of her last wishes for herself and her country was, that “[she] will not be replaced until a new president is installed,” according to Li Cohen of CBS news. However, her wish has been ignored, as President Donald Trump appointed and the Senate confirmed our newest Supreme Court Justice, replacing Ginsburg just over a month after her passing.

Amy Coney Barrett appears to be a threat when it comes to the hard work and sacrifices Ruth Bader Ginsburg made for the rights of women and LGBTQ+ Americans. Barrett has made history as the youngest female appointed to the court, but she will also be a disgrace in history. According to Peter Baker and Nicholas Fandos of The New York Times,“[she] would work to dismantle all that Ruth Bader Ginsburg fought for during her extraordinary career.”

It is devastating that one of the most famous court rulings Ginsburg participated in, Roe v. Wade, might be undone, in addition to “other rulings on gay rights, health care and other issues,” as Petter Baker and Nicholas Fandos said.

We are looking at a cloudy and bleak future, but Ginsburg’s legacy will never go dark. She was a woman who stood for the greater good and wanted change in the world. Her death is now, more than ever, a calling for strong citizens to fight for justice, and for the future of our country.

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Pennsylvania Senate District 33 Rich Sterner (Democrat)

November 3, 2020

Political commentary Rich Sterner

Political Candidate

Are you satisfied with the Pennsylvania State Senate? If your answer is, “No!” the only way to change what happens in the Pennsylvania Senate is to change the senators who make up the Pennsylvania Senate. And while we’re at it, let’s change the party that controls the Pennsylvania Senate, too. Vote for me, Rich Sterner, Democratic Candidate for Pennsylvania Senate District 33.

Republicans have controlled the Pennsylvania Senate since 1994. Republican control of the Senate has gotten us nowhere.

Despite their dominance, we continue to debate the same issues, rising property taxes, crumbling infrastructure, underfunding of schools and out-of-control health care costs. These are just a few of the issues that have been discussed for years but remain problematic. The Republicans cannot get the job done.

I am running for state senate to be a fresh, new voice for you. For me, this is not about making politics a career. It is about getting something done about these problems for all Pennsylvanians and especially the residents of District 33. What makes me a better choice than our current senator? Let’s start by looking at the response to COVID-19.

Throughout this pandemic, I have advocated the need to follow the guidance of our nation’s doctors and scientists. Dr. Fauci and Dr. Birx have been reliable advocates for what the country needs to do to work our way through this pandemic. Social distancing, avoiding crowds, washing your hands and wearing a mask have been the four pillars of combating this virus.

Sen. Mastriano does not want to hear it. He has buried his head in the sand and tried to pretend that these measures are both ineffective and unnecessary. I will not bury my head in the sand, I will seek solutions to our health care issues, work toward fair and equitable funding for our public schools, propose measures that will put a stop to rising property taxes and pursue ways to rebuild and improve both our economy and our infrastructure.

I believe in the power of science. In everything from fracking, to climate change, to alternative energy, to economics and medicine, I will consult with experts who pursue these issues for a living, study peer-tested research, and use the best information available to me to make the decision that I believe to be the right decision and one that will have the most long-term benefits for my constituents.

My door will be open to all of my constituents, and I will both listen and seek understanding. When I disagree with you, I will explain why, but I will not dismiss or ignore your point of view. I will take responsibility for my decisions, accept criticism and even admit when I make a mistake.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated my ability to listen to others, understand their point of view, and treat people with respect, even when we disagree. I pledge to be real and honest in a way that is uncharacteristic of most politicians. I am committed and I will work every day to see that you get the service you deserve.

Rich Sterner Democratic Candidate Pennsylvania State Senate District 33

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Pennsylvania Representative District 86 Perry Stambaugh (Republican) *Running unopposed

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Polling Location: Vigilant Hose Company 20 Walnut Bottom Rd. Shippensburg, Pa 17257

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Question SU strives to celebrate virtual Homecoming of the Week: Morgan Barr

Asst. Ship Life Editor

Are you voting in this election?

Emily May, junior “I’m voting to exercise my right and protect what I believe in. We all have a say in our futures.”

Despite not having a homecoming football game this fall, Shippensburg University is moving forward with a virtual homecoming celebration, including the election of the fall 2020 homecoming court.

Officials announced the homecoming court in October, which consists of 10 members.

The members decide to run either on their own, or in partnerships and use different promotional materials such as flyers and chalk messages around campus to campaign prior to being elected.

Members running for court are not allowed to promote themselves, so it is up to their friends to encourage members of the campus community to vote for them.

This year’s Homecoming court is: Jarred Birriel, junior; Megan Painter, junior; Isabel

Ortiz, senior; Tyler Hill, senior; Quamia Wells, senior;Leah Fuoco, senior; Matthew Zemba, senior; Rachel Bruno, senior; Eliza Resetar, senior; Joshua Zacher, senior Members of the court are often involved in many other campus activities, such as clubs and sports teams.

Matthew Zemba said, “I am currently president of the Shippensburg University Red Raider Marching Band.

I originally wanted to run for homecoming court because the marching band traditionally elects two representatives each year.”

After being elected to court, members have several obligations prior to being crowned. This includes fundraising for a charity chosen by the homecoming committee.

“This year’s charity is King’s Kettle, a food pantry in Shippensburg. There is also an interview process,” senior Leah Fuoco said.

The final result of the

Courtesy of SU Homecoming Court

The fall 2020 Homecoming Court consists of 10 junior and senior students. homecoming court is determined by a points system that is based on the number of points earned in the student vote, the amount of money raised for King’s Kettle and the interview process.

But this year, there will be no king or queen.

“To be more inclusive, this year they decided to change the names and this year whoever wins will be homecoming majesties,” Fuoco said.

Virtual homecoming will take place on Nov. 14 over Zoom. The event will include virtual group tailgates

and allow participants to move among different Zoom rooms. Both individuals and groups are welcome to register for virtual homecoming.

For more information, visitship.edu/alumni/homecoming/.

APB celebrates Halloween with Drive-In event Anthony Marcantuno, junior “Yes. The constitution is at risk.

Caiman Middlebrooks, freshman “No because I am not a political person.”

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SU’s Activities Program Board (APB) played the movies “Doctor Sleep” and “The Grudge” at the ShipRec parking lot on Oct. 30.

APB hosts Glow Paint Night

Recipe of the Week: Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese

Ingredients: - Loaf of bread - Rotisserie Chicken - Sweet Baby Ray’s Buffalo Wing Sauce -Ranch Dressing - Cream Cheese - Muenster cheese - Butter

Photo courtesy of Pexels

INSTRUCTIONS:

Carmine Scicchitano/The Slate

Students gathered at the tent located in front of the Ceddia Union Building (CUB) to bring out their artistic side at APB’s Glow paint event.

1. In a pan over medium heat, combine chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce and ranch 2. Spread butter on both sides of two slices of bread 3. Carefully spread the buffalo chicken mixture on the bread slices 4. Once the mixture is on the bread, place the sandwhich on a large skilet on low heat and cook for 5 minutes or until bread is golden and crispy.

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Your November Horoscopes Chaela Williams

Asst. Ship Life Editor

Looking for guidance in your life? Here are your horoscopes for November. Let us know if we got it right on social media @shipUSlate.

Aries

For the past couple of months, you have been doing your best to deal with past trauma and dark thoughts. This month will be rewarding, your hard work is paying off. Do not forget to rest when necessary, your spirit will be reborn and stronger than ever.

Taurus

Prepare yourself for some heartbreak this month.

Embrace the situation and learn from it. Spend time with your friends and family to cure your broken heart.

Photo courtesy of Sharon McCutcheon/Pexels

Asexuality is an orientation where a person does not experience sexual attraction.

Asexual awareness in the SU community Alexis Jones

Guest Contributor

At Shippensburg University, there is a lack of understanding and a stigma surrounding asexuality. While some do not know what it means, others may identify within this community.

There are students who identify on the spectrum of asexuality at SU. A sophomore, who wished to remain anonymous, identifies as demisexual (on the spectrum of asexuality) biromantic. She is an English major focusing in literary and creative writing. She explained that she is still trying to figure out who exactly she is, as well as come to terms with her sexuality. She explained that demisexual is someone who only feels sexual attraction once they make a connection with another other person. She told me that coming out was relatively new to her, since she only came out a couple weeks ago.

The sophomore said a book helped her to find the courage to come out. “Fun Home,” by Alison Bechdel, discusses sexuality and realizing one’s identity.

“A revelation not of the flesh, but of the mind,” Bechdel said. In the most basic understanding, this is exactly what asexuality is. It is the lack of sexual attraction to another person.

The book gave the sophomore the courage to attend an open mic night at Shippensburg and come out as demisexual biromantic.

After attending Catholic school for eight years, the sophomore said that figuring out she was not heterosexual and that she liked women was difficult. She said attending Catholic school probably

slowed her realization of her sexual identity. What was really hard on her was not seeing anyone male or female in a sexual or romantic way.

After sharing her story, the sophomore said she wished more people knew and understood asexuality. She also wished people realized it is such a large spectrum and that everyone does not always fit into one specific box.

The sophomore also called for more representation of LGBTQ+A characters in books and movies to give individuals someone to relate to. There is no “cookie cutter response” when it comes to sexuality, according to the sophomore. In the end she said the spectrum is not simple when it comes to sexuality and one cannot go around generalizing people.

SU Human Communication Studies Professor Misty Knight, who teaches women and gender studies, discussed her interpretation of asexuality as a professional.

Knight said it “is an orientation in which someone is not attracted to another person, they can be but it isn’t a necessary component.”

Knight reinforced the idea that it is so hard to pin-point what asexuality is because the spectrum is so large.

Knight also addressed why asexuality is so hard to talk about. She said it is mostly when people think that there is something wrong with them because of the value society puts on sexual attraction.

Knight said society is starting to talk a lot more about sexuality, but still needs more research. Knight also said education is needed to discuss, explain and further understand sexuality.

SU offers a women and

gender studies course, as well as a minor program. Knight hopes that one day everyone can be accepted no matter their sexuality and that people start to understand that asexuality is not a choice, but an orientation. She also said there is nothing wrong with those who identify anywhere on the spectrum.

SU social work professor Jayleen Galarza defined asexuality slightly differently than Knight. Galarza said asexuality is “an identity or experience some people connect with.”

Galarza talked a little more in depth on the spectrum explaining that it goes from zero sexual desire, which is asexuality, to zero emotional desire, which is aromantic.

According to Galarza, there is not a large number of asexuals who are out and accepted due to the stigma surrounding sexual identities. She said that societal values and ideas are why people find asexuality so hard to accept.

There is an expectation as humans that people need to be sexual and need to form romantic relationships, according to Galarza. Galarza said that people misconceptualize asexuality because people cannot believe that there are people who do not feel sexual or emotional desire. She said they also may think their sexual desire is repressed due to trauma.

Galarza said the biggest thing is asking, “Why do we need to know the why?” when it comes to people’s sexuality. Galarza also said it does not require anyone’s validation and hopes that more conversations and awareness spreads about asexuality and aromantism.

Linda Chalk, a staff psychologist and SU counseling

services professor, explained her interpretation via email.

Chalk said asexuality is an absence of or low sexual interest or attraction to others.

She agreed with the other experts that the spectrum is too large to generalize.

Chalk said research suggest that about 1% of the population identifies as asexual, but that the percentage has been found to be higher at 4% in young adults. According to Chalk, some researchers who believe that asexuality is a temporary identity that fits them at one point in their lives, but other researchers have also discounted or dismissed asexuality as a focus of study in the past.

Chalk believes that asexuality is more overlooked or misunderstood than seen as taboo.

“However, to the extent that some traditional belief systems link sex with reproduction, lack of desire for sex may be seen as pathological by some people,” Chalk said.

She said people think asexuality is a problem that needs to be fixed even though most asexual people are comfortable with their orientation and do not feel a need to change.

Knight, Galarza and Chalk agreed that asexuality is too large of a spectrum to try to shove into one box. Knight said that there needs to be more research done and conversation needs to spread so that society learns what it means to be asexual and how to help the asexual community feel safe and accepted coming out.

To learn more or seek support reach out to the Pride and Women’s centers on-campus, as well as the office of equity, inclusion and compliance.

Gemini

Loving yourself is essential this month as the universe will throw things your way. Stand your ground and do not cave into being insecure. Remember who you are.

Cancer

The holiday season is approaching, and you are getting into the spirit. Surround yourself with things that make you happy this month. Your radiant energy will encourage others to stay positive.

Leo

Being a know-it-all will do you no good, as it comes off as arrogant and weak. Take time to get to know yourself, you have been running from yourself for months and it is time to give up. Make amends with your true self.

Virgo

You are going to be extremely busy this month which means you are going to neglect yourself and close friends. Make sure to keep you school life and social life balanced.

Libra

Stop overthinking, it is ruining your spirit! It is time for you to focus on what is really important to you and stop being dramatic. Remember, you already know the truth, no need to invalidate it.

Scorpio

You have never learned from your mistakes and you are paying for it now. Be quiet and listen to the universe, if not you will succumb to your worst fears.

Sagittarius

Doubts plague your mind, leaving you to wonder what worst thing will happen every day. Nothing bad is going to happen and you know it. Ease your thoughts by listening to calming music, follow what is true to your heart.

Capricorn

Stressing yourself out will not help you go far this month. Do not be afraid to get ahead in your studies and practice self-care. Your moodiness might be affecting your relationships, show more compassion and care to your loved ones.

Aquarius

Magical things are coming your way Aquarius, including new relationship, good grades and a new job opportunity. Stay focused on your dreams, as many of them are about to become true.

Pisces

Avoid closing yourself off from the world this month. Be open to new social scenes and events but continue to protect yourself. Take time to reward yourself with all you have accomplished academically.

ASP Hosts Trunk or Treat event to cheer up students Chaela Williams

Asst. Ship Life Editor

Academic Success Program (ASP) handed out candy and other treats to ring in Halloween at its Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 30 Graduate students and academic coaches decorated McFeely’s in Halloween decor to encourage students to participate in the holiday.

Ashely L. Lewis, head of ASP, was the main coordinator for the event. Because of COVID-19, she wanted students to be excited about coming out to have fun safely

instead of being alone in the dorms or going home for the weekend.

This was the second ASP Halloween event as the organization hosted a Halloween music-themed bingo on Oct. 29 via Zoom.

“We learned recently that a lot of students are dealing with mental health concerns due to being isolated and not feeling motivated so we’re hoping that events like these will help students be engaged and get their spirits up,” Lewis said.

The event meant a lot to Lewis as she attended SU

for her undergraduate education, having sympathy for those who are still adjusting to social-distancing and quarantine.

“It does make me sad that students aren’t able to engage with others like I did when I attended [SU], hopefully events like this in the future will help us do our part and get students engaged like they should be,” Lewis said.

Lewis hopes the university will continue to have holiday-related events to combat loneliness and depression among students.

Chaela Williams/The Slate

SU’s Academic Success Program (ASP) hosted a Trunk or Treat event on Oct. 30.

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Photos by Carmine Scicchitano/The Slate

The SU Brass Ensemble warms up before performing four pieces of music.

Music department hosts outdoor concert to public Ryan Cleary A&E Editor

On Nov. 1, the Shippensburg University Brass Ensemble and Saxophone Choir held a concert under the tent in the Ceddia Union Building (CUB) Amphitheater.

The groups each played four pieces ranging from well-known pieces like, “Second Suite in F”

by Gustav Holst, all the way to obscure pieces.

Because of the COVID-19 coronavirus, the brass ensemble was not able to have a percussion section. Instead, they performed with three trumpets, three trombones, a French horn and a tuba.

Ironically, both ensembles played the same exact piece by Percy Granger, which was titled “Ye Banks and Braes O’Bonnie Doon.”

The SU Music Department will host another concert featuring the flute choir, community orchestra and string ensemble in the CUB Amphitheater on Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. Admission is free to all.

Editor’s note: A&E Editor Ryan Cleary is a member of the SU Band.

Billboard Top 10 Junior Emily Osilka plays the tuba during the concert.

Senior Bradley Davis plays the baritone saxophone.

CW reveals new Batwoman Adam Beam Staff Writer

Following the grandiose crossover event “Crisis on Infinite Earths,” the CW’s Arrowverse looked more promising than ever, with a whole multiverse left open to explore as well as a tease for its own Justice League.

One of the members of its superhero team was Ruby Rose’s Batwoman. However, it came to the shock of many when Rose announced that she would be leaving the role before Season 1 had even wrapped up. While the news did put the survival of the series into question, the CW made it clear that it would find a new protector of Gotham.

The CW and DC officially unveiled their first full look at Javicia Leslie as the new Batwoman on Oct. 26.

Leslie will portray a new character, Ryan Wilder, who will be driven to discover what happened to Kate Kane (Rose) and will ultimately lead her to take on the mantle of The Bat. She is also set to take on classic Batman villain, The Scarecrow played by Jonathan Crane.

In released images, viewers were able to see her full suit, minus the boots, though we can assume they will remain unchanged from Rose’s design. The suit now has more red elements, including the wrist gauntlets and belt, the latter of which now sport a bat symbol similar to the one on her chest.

Another key difference from Rose’s suit is the hair. In Season 1, she wore a vibrant red wig. Now, it appears that Leslie’s suit ditches the wig for her natural hair and red highlights.

While this suit has modifications from the original Rose suit, it remains virtually the same as the one seen in Season 2. Although, it is likely we will see a costume change later down the line as just about every CW hero gets a suit upgrade each season.

Leslie is a relative newcomer to the TV industry. Her biggest credit so far was a role on the CBS series, “God Friended Me.” This will be her first outing in the superhero genre.

Leslie will also be the first actress of color to not only portray Batwoman, but will also be the first female of color to lead a CW superhero series. Rose will return to finish the last of the filming for the final episodes of Season 1 as production was cut short due to the COVID-19 coronavirus.

“Batwoman” will return in January 2021 along with the rest of CW’s superhero lineup.

Season 1 is currently streaming on HBO Max.

1. Mood - 24KGoldn feat. iann dior

6. I Hope - Gabby Barrett feat. Charlie Puth

2. WAP - Cardi B feat. Megan Thee Stallion

7. Dynamite - BTS

3. Laugh Now Cry Later - Drake feat. Lil Durk

8. Rockstar - DaBaby feat. Roddy Ricch

4. Blinding Lights - The Weeknd

9. Holy - Justin Bieber feat. Chance the Rapper

5. Savage Love (Laxed-Siren Beat) - Jawish 685

10. Lemonade - Internet Money & Gunna

The Music Corner What has the A&E Editor Ryan been listening to this past week?

Songs

Artists

1. Again and Again

Benny Carter

2. Crossing a Line

Mike Shinoda

3. Danger Zone

Kenny Loggins

4. Don’t Get Around Much Anymore

Duke Ellington and His Orchestra Kenny Loggins

5. Mighty Wings 6. Take Your There

Cody Fry

Artists and Musicians: How has COVID-19 impacted you?

Image courtesy of The CW and DC Comics

Javicia Leslie suited up as the Batwoman

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Sports

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Eubanks announces commitment to Penn State

Photos courtesy of Bill Smith/ SU Sports Info.

Eubanks led the Shippensburg offense in receiving yards (896) and receiving touchdowns (8) in the 2019 season. He also reeled in a career high 60 receptions.

Christian Eby

Asst. Sports Editor

It was only a matter of time until former Shippensburg University wide receiver Winston Eubanks found his new home.

The Raider standout entered the NCAA transfer portal in July and officially announced his commitment to Penn State University via his Twitter Oct. 23.

Throughout his SU career, the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, native wreaked havoc on Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) secondaries. He racked up an overwhelming 2,853 career receiving yards on 148 receptions and 28 touchdowns over three seasons.

The 2017 Red Raider “Impact” Player of the Year and Three-Time All-PSAC Eastern Division First Team member will now get the opportunity to showcase his talents on the Big 10 stage.

According to Eubanks, there were a few schools that offered him scholarships and adequate playing time. But he chose Penn State for one reason — it is a school with character.

“I chose Penn State because they are a school that has people I can trust and if I get injured, I know they will take care of me,” Eubanks said. “And in all honesty, I value that above all else. I’d take that over money or popularity any day, and I think it doesn’t get much better than that when it comes to Penn State.”

Eubanks will not see the field until the

2021 season and until then, he is excited to meet his new teammates and coaching staff.

“I’m excited to build that culture and comradery with my teammates,” Eubanks said.

“Because I think a team that’s tight, is a team that really wins, and I’m ready to go up there and do that with them.”

Eubanks joins a young receiver corps that does not have much experience on the field.

With his flashy moves and scary playmaking abilities, Eubanks will fit right in. He added that he hopes to transition some of his game with the Raiders up to the Division I level.

“I think my football IQ is what helped me be successful at Shippensburg,” he said. “I put a lot of work and time into learning the offense and learning the technical side of the game. I wasn’t just out there playing football, and I think if I can transfer that into my time at Penn State, I’ll be successful.”

On the other hand, Eubanks knows this will be another opportunity to continue to grow his game — something he preached during his days at SU. “No matter what, there’s always some way I’m looking to improve my game,” Eubanks said. “My speed and route running are something I’ve been looking to improve on for a while. But as a whole, I haven’t perfected anything, and I’m looking at my game from all aspects and viewpoints and just kind of homing in on everything.”

With the move to Penn State, Eubanks’ dream of becoming an NFL wide receiver, becomes more of a reality. If he proves he can

Eubanks entered the NCAA transfer portal in July, hours after the PSAC announced its suspension of fall sports. hang with the “big boys” of the Big 10, his chances are as good as any.

But for now, Eubanks main goal is to help the Nittany Lions in anyway he can. He has never been one to eye statistical goals. He wants to be the best receiver he is capable of being.

“I don’t just want to be a guy that says I want 1,000 yards. I think if you put in the work, the results will come,” Eubanks said.

“If I can go out there and improve every day and not just say I’m improving every day, I think my possibilities of being successful are endless.”

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Men’s Ultimate back in action after long delay Christian Eby

Asst. Sports Editor

On a typical weekday night, you can find the Shippensburg University Men’s Ultimate Frisbee team practicing down at the recreational fields next to the storage and commuter lots.

But like so many other teams, the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic has presented a multitude of changes for Ship Ultimate.

In a normal semester, Ship Ultimate is in full swing. The team holds practices a few times a week as it prepares for competition in the spring. However, it was not until two weeks ago, that the team finally saw the field.

According to team President Ryan Kolimaga, the group is currently practicing three days a week. Like all other SU athletic teams, members of the squad are required to wear masks and social distance when possible, during the sessions.

For Ship Ultimate, the transition to the new normal has been somewhat of a challenge. The team has been itching to get back to full speed for months, especially after their season abruptly ended back in the beginning of March.

The team had just come off a tournament down in North Carolina when ream members heard the news of the university’s transition to virtual learning. At the tournament, the team finished 4-2 and knocked-off the No. 2 school in the country for Division III. It was a tough pill to swallow.

“We were really happy with where we after the tournament,” Kolimaga said. “And then to lose our season and not be able to practice for seven months, the guys were dying to get things going.”

Despite being grounded, some members of the team were able to take part in throwing sessions over the summer. Beyond that, there was not much they could do.

With things slowly getting back to true form, Kolimaga said the team is taking one day at a time. When asked about games in the spring, Kolimaga said at this point, those are still up in the air.

USA Ultimate (USAU) holds the reigns to competition in the spring season. Kolimaga said he has not heard any word from them yet.

“Spring is our main season and that’s

Photo courtesy of Marisa Wurtz.

The Men’s Ultimate Frisbee team has been grounded since March due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Before the university moved classes online, the team went 4-2 in a tournament in North Carolina before the shutdown. where we go through our big and sanctioned tournaments,” he said. “Then around April, is when our conferences and regionals start, and that’s kind of like our playoffs. But who knows where we’ll be months down the road.

So, at this point we’re just taking what we can get.”

All the down time has had its positive effects. Kolimaga said its given members of the team time to focus on other parts of their lives

like school and their families. And during a phase when sticking together is key, Kolimaga feels the team has really grown together.

“Obviously we were dying to get back out there, but this year more than ever, we’ve gotten to talk about the game itself,” he said.

“Over the summer we had discussions about what we could be doing, how we could practice, and we really got closer as a team and that was cool to see.”

Teammate Anthony Rapposelli added, “The team is a family and no matter what, we’re going to pick up right where we left off.

The chemistry between our team is amazing and we’re just excited to get back out on the field and play some ultimate.”

With the future in question, Ship Ultimate will continue to push forward. But for now, the practice fields will remain the only taste of action they will see for some time.

SU baseball hosts annual Scout Day

Photo courtesy of Bill Smith/ SU Sports Info.

Officials held Scout Day on Oct. 14, at which members of the SU baseball team showcased their talents in front of MLB scouts. SU baseball players participated in bullpen sessions, batting practice and fielding drills to show off their skills for MLB Scouts. Players wore masks and social-distanced during the event.

Christian Eby

Asst. Sports Editor

Every year, the Shippensburg University baseball team holds its annual Scout Day in which members of the team get to showcase their talents in front of MLB scouts.

However, this year’s Scout Day felt special for team members compared to previous seasons because the event took place during an ongoing pandemic. Months ago, the event was in jeopardy of not occurring due to the uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus.

“The fall has been different, but we appreciate the opportunity to get on the field. Not every PSAC school is able to practice,” head coach Matt Jones said. “Scout Day usually

includes a short scrimmage, which we weren’t able to do this year. But the guys showed well, and it was a great day.”

Officials held Scout Day Oct. 14, and players were required to wear masks and social distance when on the field. After having their season shortened to only 18 games in the spring, many members of the team had not seen any competition or felt the pressure of a game-like setting since March. Junior Ben Werkheiser was one of those players.

“It was fun to get back out there and feel a little pressure and anxiousness for the first time in a while,” Werkheiser said. “Over the summer, we didn’t really know when we’d come back to play. So, after getting back and working with the team this fall, Scout Day was the capstone of what we’ve been working toward all this time.”

During the showcase, pitchers threw bullpen sessions while position players participated in fielding drills and batting practice. As a catcher, Werkheiser caught two bullpens and performed some throwing drills from home to second base.

But in the end, Scout Day was a step in the right direction toward the team’s main goal — having a spring season.

“The pandemic has put a lot of anxiety into the world and you never know what’s going to come next,” Werkheiser said.

“So, to still have Scout Day was a nice surprise and we’re hoping for another surprise come spring, which would be our season.”

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