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Tuesday, February 4, 2020

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Members of the campus community chant “No struggle, no progress” as they march during the 33rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. March for Humanity.

‘We march in hopes that we don’t have to next year’ SU honors MLK during March for Humanity, calls for ‘empathy,’ ‘humanity’

Noel Miller News Editor

Students, faculty and members of campus organizations filed into Old Main Chapel last Thursday to participate in the March for Humanity.

This was the 33rd annual March for Humanity and the pre-march assembly featured Keshia Hannam, who is an activist, writer and co-founder of Camel Assembly a global women’s platform. Hannam described herself as a perpetual immigrant, having been born in Hong Kong to an Indian mother and English father, and has lived in 10 different cities in the last 10 years. She brought a message of empathy and humanity to the program celebrating King’s work.

The March was sponsored by the African American Organization, ACT and the office Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA), according to

an SU press release.

SU Provost Tom C. Ormond then gave remarks on King’s work, highlighting his focus to ensure that future generations would have access to education.

Ormond ended his statements by encouraging the crowd that while they would march that afternoon, all should seek to demonstrate the education, character and worthy objectives King worked for them to have.

Several students, including members of the SGA, The Afro-Am and the office of MSA shared their reasons for marching.

Aven Bittinger, the SGA president, shared a time when he was telling another person about a leadership internship he had taken part in.

The individual told Bittinger they were glad he “spoke white” and praised his enunciation and tone.

“I think that story highlights why,” Bittinger said

about his reason for marching.

Bittinger and several others said they marched in hopes that they would not have to march again next year.

Senior Leah Mottershead, president of the Multi-Ethnic Student Association (MESA), spoke about her life and experiences as a biracial person.

MESA focuses on multi-racial awareness and accepting the differences and likeness of biracial people, according to Mottershead. She explained biracial people are not considered white enough for whites, and not fully black, and the definitions and assumptions of people of mixed race imply they are below one race.

Mottershead also shared that she marched for racial equality and that biracial people should not have to identify with only one side of their heritage.

SGA hosts meet-and-greet Sebastian Riefkohl Asst. News Editor

How often do you get to chat with a member of your own government?

The Student Government Association (SGA) hosted its second annual “Grub with the Gov” event in Reisner Dining Hall on Thursday.

SGA President Aven Bittinger and Sens. Robert Giulian and Joshua Bream met with students and gave away T-shirts in exchange for taking a survey asking for feedback.

SGA planned the event to bring students closer with SGA. “I think the biggest critique of SGA is the perception that we always just stay in our office. This is us making more of an intentional

step to get out of that area,” Bittinger said.

While SGA encountered some initial difficulties in making sure there were enough T-shirts to distribute, Giulian said that SGA and dining services were able to coordinate to not obstruct foot traffic.

SU senior Darius Tademy partook in the survey and spoke with SGA. “I know they do a lot of important things, so it’s definitely better for the student body and most of the university itself for SGA to reach out to the students to know what more they can do and how good of a job they’re doing,” Tademy said.

“Grub with the Gov” started last year when Sen. Robert Giulian proposed the event to connect with

the daily lives of students on campus.

When asked what the SGA hopes to achieve with the event, Giulian said SGA will use the feedback to better advocate for students.

“Students don’t know that student government is there for them. We are there for them 24/7, seven days a week. This event lets students have a voice to tell student government what they want to see happen,” Giulian said. “We’re the liaison between the student body and the administration. We’re trying to push for what the students want to see.”

SGA is planning future projects, such as a partnership with the YMCA in Harrisburg and a possible leadership dinner.

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Keshia Hannam speaks to a packed Old Main Chapel before the march.

“Why should I have to divide myself to simplify my heritage for the satisfaction of others?” Mottershead asked.

Before Hannam began her speech, the lights dimmed and Cornelio Joseph, a drummer, began tapping a drum and dancing as photos

from the civil rights movement flashed behind him.

Cornelio is a New York street performer as well as a DJ, drum teacher, producer.

He also founded MNFST, a New York-based drumming group that gained fame through their street performances.

Cornelio began his street performance and drumming career to provide for himself and his family and has become known as highly skilled performer.

Read the full story at theslateonline.com.

PSECU, SGA offer scholarship opportunities Emma Tennant News Editor

The Student Government Association (SGA) and Pennsylvania State Employees Credit Union (PSECU) are offering 20 scholarships to Shippensburg University students for the Fall 2020 semester.

Ramses Ovalles, the SGA vice president of finance, said all undergraduate students who are PSECU members with active accounts are eligible for the scholarships.

PSECU employees and SGA members are not eligible.

There are 10 $500 scholarships and 10 will be worth $250. Students interested in applying must submit a short essay of 200 words or less that answers, “How do students at Shippensburg University exemplify the values of ‘The Raider Way’?”

The Raider Way is a shared identity of SU community members that focuses on

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PSECU President George Rudolph and SU President Laurie Carter open the PSECU center on campus last September. unity, togetherness and inclusion, according to Ovalles.

Applications are available to students at the PSECU e-Center, CUB 022, beginning Feb. 5, and are due by

Feb. 17 at 4 p.m. Applications will only be accepted in-person at the PSECU e-Center.

The PSECU e-Center is open Monday through Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Campus Police Briefs Underage consumption and false ID

February 4, 2020

Your World Today

Commentary: Cell phones could be an invaluable tool for students

Shippensburg University Police patrolling Cumberland Drive on Feb. 1 observed a male staggering. Officers stopped the male and identified him as 19-year-old Aldo Mendez. When officers asked Mendez for ID, they were provided with a false name and date of birth. Mendez was charged with underage consumption and carrying a false ID.

First month of 2020 ‘uneventful’ Jonathan Bergmueller Editor-in-Chief

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Shippensburg’s weather last month was uneventful, according to Tim Hawkins, an SU geography and earth science professor. January was the 17th warmest on record.

SU addresses Coronavirus Emma Tennant News Editor

A new respiratory virus was identified in Wuhan City, China, in 2019. Since then, thousands of cases have been identified and the virus has traveled to numerous countries including the United States.

Shippensburg University sent out an email to students on Jan. 26 to address the growing threat of the new virus.

“At this time, we are aware of no individuals at Shippensburg University to be affected or exposed to the Wuhan Virus,” the email, sent on behalf of Donta Truss, senior vice president of enrollment management, states.

The email warns students to remain vigilant and to identify any possible cases of the virus.

Additionally, the email notes that the coronavirus does not appear to be any more seri-

ous than the flu, but still acknowledges major concerns, including the fact that no one is immune to it and that it has the potential to be widespread.

However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that in terms of the situation in the U.S., “This virus is NOT currently spreading in the community.”

The CDC is and will continue to monitor the situation closely and is currently working with the World Health Organization, as well as public health partners, to respond to the “emerging public health threat.”

It is likely that the virus will continue to spread through person-to-person contact in the future, including in the United States, though the new virus is a low risk at this time.

For more information, visit www.cdc.gov/ coronavirus/2019-nCoV/summary.html.

Report finds emergency radio system upgrade still on budget

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HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) A $45 million project to upgrade Pennsylvania’s emergency radio communications system is on time and within the budget, but the purchasing process has encountered some glitches, the state auditor general said Thursday.

A report released by Democratic Auditor General Eugene DePasquale identified errors in the bidding process but concluded they would not have changed the 2016

contract award. It also said there was inadequate documentation about the qualifications of people involved in awarding the contract.

The statewide radio project, known as PA STARNet, began with a $179 million expenditure in 1996 that developed into a massive boondoggle, eventually costing the state more than $850 million. It produced a system that was badly flawed, with poor reception, software problems, short battery life and reliability shortcomings.

Officials said the new

open-standard P-25 radio system being implemented

by Motorola Solutions Inc. is currently in operation in 45 of the state’s 67 counties, and will go into use in the Poconos-based state police troop in the coming week.

Capt. Sean Georgia with the state police’s Radio and Information Services Division said the new system has encountered issues related to interference from dash camera signals and compatibility with vehicles’ digital repeaters.

‘Who do you love?’

Send them a message on Love Lines Jonathan Bergmueller Editor-in-Chief

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Digital technology has experienced nothing short of a miraculous renaissance that has defined my generation and will continue to define all generations henceforth.

In layman’s terms, cell phones have weaseled their way into our everyday lives.

Every day, I rely on my cell phone to wake me up at a reasonable hour. Between classes, I consume the majority of my news through the New York Times, AP News and NPR apps (with a smattering of thumbing through Twitter).

While classes are underway, I might go months without seeing my friends who have graduated. With social media, I can exchange messages, and even see their faces on Snapchat.

And, within my own profession of being a journalist, I can schedule interviews with sources, record the interviews, splice it together into a video story or type out live-tweets, all from a small box in my hands.

I can take notes and organize them with the “Notes” app. I can access and respond to email anywhere in my home (not just my desk). Cell phones have made being organized and responsible more accessible for everyone, all from the palm of my hand.

So why do professors abhor their use in class?

I already pay tuition.

What business is it of theirs if I show up to class, use

my phone to take notes and follow along with the readings, or alternatively text my friends, shoot out a tweet and post a gallery to Instagram? Or if they say a complex word or phrase, or make mention of an obscure historical event, why do they care if I’m writing down their lecture or enriching my own understanding by Googling what exactly the Creek War of 1836 was?

Professors eliminated cells phones from classrooms via the syllabus years ago, and have not quite seen them re-introduced since.

That’s because the utilities of cell phones 20 years ago revolved around calling home to mom and dad to throw extra money in your bank account and flirting with that cutie down the dorm hall on a button pad with nine digits and some symbols. Plus, the irksome ring tones that came with these phones would make any academic scholar want to claw their eyes out.

Don’t get me wrong — if the dude in the back of the lecture hall keeps ding ding dinging throughout the professor’s monologue, they should have to silence the phone or face other punitive measures, be it removal from class or loss of a letter grade. Besides, I’m not sure what kind of human being could survive the first noisy notification of a text without dying from embarrassment and quickly shutting off their volume.

But the cell phones of 20 years ago are not the cell phones of today. As I mentioned above, there are so many positive uses for cell phones that do not detract from learning, but rather enrich it. Professors are assigning more online articles and less physical textbooks to read. Why not let students access that via cell

phone?

Even more baffling is the fact that some professors allow laptop computers and touch-surface tablets to access readings, but prohibit cell phones. The only fundamental difference between the potential for abuse between these devices is the fact that a cell phone can fit in a student’s front pocket. Tablets can post to Instagram and send Snapchats. Laptops can shoot off tweets and share memes on Facebook.

Perhaps the most pilfering part of professor’s policies prohibiting the profligation of cell phones in academic settings is the underlying implication that students are not able to discriminate between responsible and irresponsible uses of technology. This is condescending and incorrect. Students and students alone are responsible for their success in a class in every other dimension.

Across the spectrum, when people are granted responsibility, they are also granted the opportunity to develop discipline and restraint in their adoption of responsibility. And in an evolving workplace that will likely require college graduates to use their cell phones to aid them in completing the job, it is evermore important for students to have an acquired focus achieved not from rules imposed by professors, but through learning that the more they pay attention in class, the more successful they will be. Their future careers depend on it.

Think about it, professors. Or, as Chase Slenker will write on the next page, “Give it a thought.”

Cell phones only have the potential to grow students’ experience. And if students misuse them, it’s to their own disadvantage.

This Week on Campus Tuesday:

Wednesday:

The Catholic Campus Ministry will host a free dinner in the Cora I. Grove Spiritual Center Chapel at 5 p.m.

“If Beale Street Could Talk” is showing in Orndorff Theatre at 6 p.m.

Wednesday:

Friday:

The Relay for Life Hot Chocolate Fundraiser will be at 10 a.m. at the Ezra Lehman Memorial Library.

Consciousness and Spirituality Series: Life and Legacy of Ram Dass will be presented in CUB 226 at 3 p.m.

Saturday:

Sunday:

APB is hosting “Don’t Forget The Lyrics” in McFeely’s Coffeehouse at 9 p.m.

“The Tap Pack” is performing in the H. Ric Luhrs Performing Arts Center at 3 p.m. Tickets start at $35.

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The Slate Speaks Is Kriner Hall serving

Give it a thought:

Impeachment process leaves much to be desired The United States’ Senate is on a dramatic, media-sensationalized final countdown to its deciding vote on whether or not President Donald Trump will be removed from office. And the American people could not be more disappointed.

Not more disappointed in Trump, or his partisan opponents, but rather the rushed process through which he is being tried.

Common law calls for witnesses to testify in trials. A trial without evidence and witnesses is not a trial — it is an ideological assertion of personal agenda, and nothing more. And while failing to report a crime is not a crime in itself, there is a compromise of one’s moral and ethical duties to society.

If Trump is innocent, let the evidence and testimonies show such.

If he is guilty, let the trial speak for itself. But neither the House of Representatives nor the Senate seem to want this. The impeachment of

Donald Trump is a front in the shadowy battle of red vs. blue, divided by party lines.

All this underlies the staple of both votes that occurred this year: The fact that both the House of Representatives and the Senate had already roughly decided the outcome of the impeachment process along partisan lines.

By denying the right of witnesses to testify against the president and denying the right of the American public to hear those testimonies, Congress has in fact become more transparent about their partisan intentions.

This merely confirms the suspicions Americans have had for years that Donald Trump used questionable practices to propel himself to the White House. But in an ironic twist of fate, it appears that the very same “swamp” Trump criticized is that which will keep him in office.

It is in the wake of these events that we must ask ourselves: Under what circumstances would I favor

acquittal? Under what circumstances would I favor the removal of Donald Trump from office?

The solution is far from simple or easy. The American public must join together and put in check the ability of their representatives and senators, Republican or Democrat, to do what is right, and not what is necessarily beneficial for the party or the public official. This can only be done through democratic processes.

The night of this publication, President Trump will deliver his state of the union address, and the following afternoon, the senate will decide his fate as the 45th president of the United States.

However, The Slate is not arguing for the removal or acquittal of President Donald Trump. Rather, we demand the public exercise their vote to hold accountable all who miscarried the impeachment proceedings of 2020.

students the best it can?

Chase Slenker Staff Columnist

Kriner Hall is the daily go-to dining option for some students, and for others it is their pick for food when Reisner Dining Hall’s menu does not look too appealing. Others never set foot in Kriner.

The building has two retail locations: Pizza Hut and King Street Subs in the front of the building. There is also an all-you-can-eat dining area located in the back. From this point forward, I am referencing only the all-youcan-eat section.

Currently, Kriner Hall is much smaller than its rivals and serves a smaller variety and food options, especially for those with dietary restrictions.

In my own opinion, Kriner’s food in comparison to Reisner’s on any given day is either substantially better or worse. It is usually a 50-50 chance.

The lack of options makes it more likely for students to not find something they would like to eat in the facility if the “main meal” is not appetizing. From discussions

with students, people either love or hate the food. From what I have observed, the number of students who dine at Kriner is lower than Reisner, to the point that promotions from dining services seem to be almost non-existent at Kriner Hall. With lower enrollment, the flow of people over the past few years has visibly declined and stagnated.

The building is not centrally located on campus to major academic and student-activity buildings, unlike the Ceddia Union Building (CUB) and Reisner. It does, however, serve as a convenient location for west-campus residents and for staff and faculty in Old Main, Horton Hall and Gilbert Hall.

The building is clearly still important in campus life, however, with fewer students attending the facility the question is raised whether or not it is a wise return on investment.

Does Kriner Hall truly serve the students for the large amount of money that they put into the dining system?

I envision a different Kriner: A Kriner built more like the CUB. Kriner would be a place for a quick lunch or dinner, while still serving as a convenient location for west campus housing. I envision a renovated interior with many retail options including healthy options and national brands like Chick-fil-A. This would be convenient, still offer a diverse variety of options to students and would do so in a manner that would offer consistency in quality and hopefully increase return on investment. Additionally, it would be extremely convenient for students living off campus in Bard Townhomes and along Middle Spring Road. Give it a thought: A different Kriner Hall.

Envisioning, hoping for a world where we do not murder our own kind

Take five minutes:

Maria Maresca Staff Columnist

250,000 people attended the annual March for Life on Jan. 24. The event is a rally and march dedicated to spreading the word about why

abortion should be illegal, as well as to address the infamous Supreme Court case, Roe v. Wade, which permitted legal abortions across the country in 1973.

This year, President Donald Trump made history when he arrived in-person to deliver an impassioned speech emanating values of faith and family. With such an impressive gathering and hours of peaceful protest in frigid temperatures year-to-year, the question remains: What is so pressing about the act of abortion and why do thousands consider it to be immoral?

Science proves that life begins at conception. Meanwhile, the canon of Western civilization and the Bible teaches us that even before

forming us in the womb, God knew us through and through.

However, a worthy case outside the realm of faith can be made using biology. Each person’s complete DNA is unique and the same goes for the fetus in the womb. It has never existed before and will never exist again if an abortion occurs.

The act of abortion is eliminating a life, a life that began at conception.

So, what factor decides when a child is considered human? Is a life a life when it forms hands and feet?

Or is it a life when it is able to hear sound from inside its mother? At six weeks, a baby’s nose, mouth and ears start to form.

At seven weeks, hands and feet

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can be seen. At eight weeks, the baby is able to feel pain and is the size of a raspberry. At 10 weeks, organs form. At 12 weeks, the child’s brain grows even larger and its kidneys begin to excrete urine. By 13 weeks, the first trimester concludes.

Keep in mind that abortions can be performed all the way into the 24 week of pregnancy. Are each of these factors not considered life?

As a society, we have truly fallen far, as we are slaughtering the most innocent of us all. About 40-50 million abortions are performed a year throughout the world, according to the World Health Organization.

As human beings, we all begin in the womb. Instead of being seen as an inconvenience, in his historic

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speech, Trump noted how each person is “wonderfully made” and said, “one life changes the world.”

I challenge and encourage all pro-life supporters to rise to the occasion and to defend those who do not have a voice of their own.

We must fight the good fight and stand not only for mothers and fathers, but for their children and for the children of generations to come to eliminate the obliteration of the God-given gift of life. As people, we must envision and hope for a world where we do not murder our own kind.

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SU student showcases culture to campus, hopes to inspire others Chaela Williams

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Shippensburg University student Chandler Kouakou showcased his heritage with photos and artifacts from the Ivory Coast in the Ezra Lehman Memorial Library.

After traveling to the Ivory Coast last August, Kouakou felt inspired to share the hidden stories of his culture with the SU community.

Kouakou spent the time immersed in the rural part of the country where most of his family members live. He was thankful to learn more about traditions and tribal languages.

“It was the most eye-opening, amazing experience that I ever encountered,” Kouakou said. “The people, the atmosphere and the culture is different from what I was expecting.”

Kouakou said the American media’s portrayal of African countries affected his experience. He was shocked to see how economically advanced the Ivory Coast was.

The cities of Abidjan and Yamoussoukro were bustling and well-lit, mirroring American cities like Philadelphia.

Seeing the similarities

Question of the Week: What does Kobe Bryant mean to you?

Collin Horan, freshman “What Kobe Bryant meant to me was being a competitor. He always motivated himself to do better.”

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Shippensburg University student Chandler Kouakou presents photos of the elderly and children from his visit to the Ivory Coast. Kouakou said they portray the differences between stereotypes and the truth. beween the Ivory Coast and America, Kouakou wanted to educate the SU community that Africa is more than huts and men with spears.

“Just like America, there are rich areas, poor areas, middle-class and rural areas.

People do not understand that Africa has the same

thing,” Kouakou said.

To present the beauty of his heritage, Kouakou brought back an assortment of artifacts including traditional jewelry, baskets and a traditional initiation male outfit.

Kouakou took photos of local village elders and chil-

dren to tell a different story than the one Americans are used to.

The “Faces Beyond Borders Cote d’Ivoire” display began last week.

Kouakou is proud of his work and the feedback he gets especially from his father who shared photos of

the display with his family back in the Ivory Coast.

Kouakou is hoping to not only go back to the Ivory Coast but to travel to other African nations. He hopes to tell more stories and improve American perceptions of the continent.

Darian McRae, freshman “Kobe was one of the most influential players on and off the court. He transpired what it meant to be an NBA player.”

Tyler Hill, sophomore “Kobe Bryant was a legend in the African American community. He left a mark on the world.”

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One of Kouakou’s displays included a table of different napkins, cloth and outfits worn and used in some African countries.

ShipTALKS: How much time APB to host game

should you spend studying? show inspired event Justin Hawbaker

Ship.edu recommends students who take five classes should spend an average of 30 hours outside of class each week studying.

Those 30 hours should be spread throughout the week and weekend so students do not get burned out.

Students usually spend the week studying, doing assignments, reading, writing and more. Some classes require more attention than others, so beware of the difficulty of your courses.

Classes only take up a small portion of a student’s day. Therefore, there are plenty of hours to get in some study time.

However, do not try to pack it all together. Spread it out and allow yourself to absorb the information. Take a break from your work and come back with fresh eyes in case you made mistakes.

Professors expect students to be an active participant at all times. Lack of studying can lead to lack of participation in class.

College is the time to receive an education for whatever career you may end up in. You

will be expected to be on top of your work all the time. Why would college be any different?

Do not be the student who comes to class and does not participate. If you study and complete assignments on time, then you will have something to contribute to discussions.

You can only get as much out of your work as you put into it. You do not want to have to repeat a course.

Be the student who wants to succeed in and out of class.

Head to the library or a quiet place on campus, get comfy and spend your time focused on your academics.

Sincerely, The ShipTalker

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Think you have what it takes to compete in a real life inspired event? Bring a friend and remember lyrics.

The Activities Program Board (APB) is at it again with “Don’t Forget the Lyrics” Feb. 7 from 9-11 p.m. in McFeely’s Coffeehouse in the Ceddia Union Building (CUB).

Join fellow students in remembering song lyrics in APB’s twist of the game show “Don’t Forget the Lyrics.”

The show “Don’t Forget the Lyrics” was hosted by Wayne Brady from 2007 to 2009 and Mark McGrath from 2010 to 2011.

Even though the show is

over, the spirit remains alive as students compete for the top winner.

Other upcoming APB events include a Red Zone Tournament and a Valentine’s Day themed bingo.

APB is a Shippensburg University organization that offers both free and paid events to students for fun activites to be done outside of the classroom.

Later this year, APB will be offering trips to Washington, D.C., and Kings Dominion Amusement Park.

Previous trips have included Hershey Park and New York City.

The organization’s office can be found on the top floor of the CUB in Room 228 for more information.

Tommy Chan, sophomore “He was a role model to me.

He always pushed forward and didn’t back down.”

Destiny Danz, sophomore “I felt like Kobe Bryant left behind a great legacy. He did a lot for the NBA.”

February 4, 2020

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Your February Horoscopes Chaela Williams

Asst. Ship Life Editor

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

Aries

Make sure to surround yourself with creative projects to improve your artistic skills this month! Your schedule has a tendency to make you more stiff; take the time to relax and rediscover your passions.

Taurus

You have been feeling insecure about your relationships lately. There’s no need to worry! You are still loved by your friends. Do not be afraid to reach out and talk to someone about your emotions. Avoid splurging on unnecessary items this month. The items might make you happy but the negative balance in your account will weigh over your head.

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SU students gather to pick succulent flowers to plant and decorate at APB’s first-ever wellness event.

APB hosts wellness event for relaxation Chaela Williams

Asst. Ship Life Editor

For those wanting an escape from stress or anxiety, Activities Program Board (APB) hosted their-first ever wellness event.

SU’s APB hosted the wellness event to help students overcome stress.

APB provided healthy refreshments such as water and fruits was provided to encourage students to take

care of their physical health.

Various succulent plants laid out on tables for students to engage in a calming activity of planting flowers.

Izzi Ortiz APB’s team bonding coordinator lead the event with her dedication for self-care. Ortiz wanted students to participate in taking care of their mental health and de-stress from their problems.

“We want people to come to an event that is stress-

free and show that there are healthier options when it comes to entertainment since the campus lacks that,” Ortiz said.

APB invited representatives from both the Wellness Center and the University Counseling Center (UCC) to provide additional information to students seek help.

Robyn Swayne, a graduate assistant of the UCC on campus, spent the night reading off information from tri-fold

displays. These displays detailed the center’s mission to aid students with consultation services and mental health awareness.

Swayne is pleased APB sponsored the program that created a safe space for students.

“I wish I would have done more self-care when I was a student,” Swayne said.

Read the full story at theslateonline.com.

Recipe of the Week:

Smoked Sausage Cajun Alfredo This easy meat-lover pasta recipe is a must-have. The Cajun seasoning and heavy cream creates a restaurant-worthy dinner in minutes.

Ingredients: -

1 package of Italian sausage 8 ones of pasta 2 cups of heavy cream 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1 cup of halved grape tomatoes 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Boil water for pasta. Cook pasta for 15 minutes until noodles are soften.

2. Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Turn occasionally.

3. Drain pasta pot. Add heavy cream, tomatoes and Cajun seasoning. Mix for 4 minutes.

4. Add sausage and parmesan cheese to the pasta mixture. Stir for 2 minutes.

Gemini

Your emotions will be tested as others’ critical thoughts about you will cause disturbance. Ignore the gossip and remain positive. It will be hard, but it will make you a better person in the long run.

Cancer

You love staying on top of trends, but maybe it is time to find something that is more long-term. Do not be afraid to do things that you normally say no to. New activities will open up a powerful bond with someone close to you.

Leo

Fun drama could be popping into your life this month — especially when it comes to romance. Face it head-on and if you decide to entertain this new love, you certainly won’t regret it!

Virgo

Recently you have been overwhelmed with trying to find answers to your problems. Keep an open-mind and try to stay positive this month. Feeling threatened by people and arguing with a loved one is a waste of time.

Libra

Take the time to appreciate all the things in your life that you have taken for granted. Your good energy is strong enough to breathe life into almost anyone! Try to make plans with friends or your significant other to make this month fun and adventurous.

Scorpio

Your love life will be intense and full of passion this month. But be careful, you will find yourself in heated arguments. Try not to take things too personally as your emotions easily shift.

Sagittarius

You have been enjoying your own company but do not forget to reach out to the ones you care about! Your imagination is at an all-time high. It is time to come down from the clouds and face reality before you become too disappointed with your life.

Capricorn

You may find yourself unsettling in terms of love and romance. Do not worry, there won’t be any nasty surprises. Someone is noticing you; the problem is that you are not paying attention. Put down your phone and start interacting with the real world.

Aquarius

You might get sidetracked from your school work by unexpected friendship issues. Giving all your energy to the distraction will do some damage to your academics.

Try to deal with the issue as quickly as possible.

Pisces Recipe by Chaela Williams Photo by Jonathan Bergmueller

It is time to switch up your style this semester! You have been comfortable in your old ways for too long, so go reinvent yourself. Take the time to go shopping for new clothes or even try a new hairstyle.

Students invited to get to know campus police throughout the semester

Photos by Carmine Scicchitano/The Slate

Sgt. Leonard Lovejoy speaks with a student and Chief Michael Lee shoots pool during “Coffee with the Cops” on Monday, Jan. 29. The Shippensburg University Police Department wish to build a better relationship with students by hosting events like “Pizza with the Police” and a potential cooking competition.

Tuesday, February 4, 2020

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Photos by Jonathan Bergmueller/The Slate

The In-Motion Dance Troupe opened their performance dancing to the song “Strip” with a routine choreographed by Reilly Bedsem and Brooke Hull.

Review: Dance Troupe excites audience with annual event Isabella Brignola Staff Writer

Shippensburg University’s In-Motion Dance Troupe performed its annual recital “An Invitation to Dance” in Memorial Auditorium. This student-run organization took the stage on Jan. 31 and Feb.1 with 21 performers.

The skill of the In-Motion Dance Troupe was apparent throughout the recital. The dancers demonstrated both fluid motion and powerful precision to bring to life the song “River.” In the piece “Glitter in the Dark,” a performer leapt into the arms of their troupe members and was flipped over their heads.

The duet to the song “Next to You,” executed by freshmen Katie Kollars and Ross Spangler, masterfully combined the art of dancing and acting.

The costuming committee for this event deepened the storytelling element. The solo “Mercy,” performed by senior and chairperson of In-Motion Dance Troupe Jaya Watty, showcased a pure-white flowing dress. This specific costume created a tone of innocence and emphasized the idea of prayer.

The opening dance of Act II, “The Greatest Showman,” also included the use of costume in storytelling. Most of the troupe wore a black costume, while three of the dancers displayed costumes that reflect characters in the film “The Greatest Showman.”

Further bringing the dances to life, the lighting crew utilized color and shadow to stress a specific tone in each dance. In Ross Spangler’s solo piece, “Empty Space,” the lighting intensified the emptiness of the stage by covering the white screen in the back of the stage with black curtains and shining a spotlight on Spangler.

Scattered light swept across the audience and brought attention to the size of the theater, and its space. Lighting also played a prominent role in the dance “Money in the Grave.” Vivid colors filled the auditorium and changed dramatically with each switch in song adding to the energetic tone of the piece.

Shining even brighter than the lights were the smiles of this group. Throughout the recital, videos played of each member thanking supporters and sharing a little about themselves. Almost every member spoke of the encouragement they received from the other performers.

Past and present directors shared heartwarming during a video made for Elizabeth Yoder, who impacted the productions and lives of many students.

Finally, the seniors of the In-Motion Dance Troupe, Breann Sheckells, Jaya Watty and Reilly Bedesem performed an intimate piece with younger members they took under their wing. In the song, “Never Gonna Let You Down,” each of the graduating seniors had a special moment where they danced specifically with their younger members.

In-Motion Dance Troupe created a gorgeous performance, with a passion that shone through every aspect. Next year will not disappoint anyone.

Freshman Ross Spangler performs a dance solo front-and-center on-stage.

Billboard Top 10

Review: Searching for a better ‘Tomorrow’ Paige Shope

Guest Contributor

Our world is heading toward an inevitable demise.

‘Tomorrow” is a shocking wake up call to the imminent danger our Earth is in.

The documentary follows (a group of) young parents as they travel the world in search of solutions to change the climate, global economy, education and more.

The film is the first installment in the international studies Global Environment Film Series. International studies professor Jonathan Skaff presented the award-winning French film, directed by Mélanie Laurent and Cyril Dion, last Tuesday evening.

This documentary explores methods of change and cultivating a better future for the next generation.

The film dismisses several negative assumptions about environmentally friendly changes. It also highlights urban farming as a way for

cities to produce their own food. It is predicted that food will soon become more difficult to obtain. However, urban farming is highly beneficial because food is grown closer to those who need it.

“Tomorrow” also calls into question the usefulness of our economy. Experts in this film encourage viewers to locally shop so money may circulate from person to person within the community.

Many cities around the world, including Bristol, England, have alternative local currencies in addition to the British pound. By using this method of local currency the money is spread among its citizens instead of large companies that may simply hoard the money.

“Tomorrow” also suggests that it may be time to reevaluate our school system and do what Finland has been doing. Children thrive on mutual respect, and teachers in Finland often sit with their students at lunch to form real connections and friend-

ships. By doing this, they are focusing on social skills and building trusting relationships. Giving children a place to grow is the most powerful way to change the future.

Everyday people learn what they can do to change the world. Many assume because they are one person, they cannot make an impact.

Imagine how different things could be if millions of people stopped thinking like that.

“Tomorrow” showcases the beauty of life with breathtaking cinematic scenes and an emotionally provoking score that forces audiences to reflect on their own lives.

It is straight-forward about our future dangers and provides solutions. The movie also showcases the beauty of human relationships. If anything, this movie motivates as there are solutions all around us — we simply need to put forth the effort and give ourselves a better tomorrow.

1. The Box - Roddy Ricch

6. 10,000 Hours - Dan + Shay & Justin Bieber

2. Life Is Good - Future ft. Drake

7. Dance Monkey - Tones and I

3. Godzilla - Eminem ft. Juice WRLD

8. Someone You Loved - Lewis Capaldi

4. Circles - Post Malone

9. Roxanne - Arizona Zervas

5. Memories - Maroon 5

10. Lose You To Love Me - Selena Gomez

Movie Showtimes

Showtimes for Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 4 and 5 at AMC Classic 7 in Chambersburg

Shows

Times

1. Bad Boys for Life

7:20 p.m.

2. Dolittle

7:30 p.m.

3. Gretel And Hansel

7:40 p.m.

4. Jumanji: The Next Level

7:15 p.m.

5. The Rhythm Section

7:30 p.m.

6. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, February 4, 2020

Sports

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RAIDER OF THE WEEK

Name: Charles Bowman Sport: Track and Field Images courtesy of Bill Smith/SU Sports Info.

Treasure George (center) swipes the ball away from East Stroudsburg’s Tiffany Lapotsky for her eighth steal of the season.

Women’s hoops steals first place from ESU Matt Gregan

Asst. Sports Editor

The Shippensburg University women’s basketball team claimed sole possession of first place in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Eastern Division on Saturday when it defeated East Stroudsburg University 59-46 in front of a packed home crowd at Heiges Field House.

The performance was one of the Raiders’ (14-7, 11-4 PSAC) best and most complete of the season.

After a close first quarter, the Raiders began to pull away using a lockdown defensive performance in the second quarter. SU outscored East Stroudsburg 15-8 in the second quarter while forcing the Warriors into shooting 17.6% from the field.

East Stroudsburg, down 30-22 at halftime, switched to a 2-3 zone defense to begin the second half in an attempt to stop the SU offense.

However, the Raiders battled through using good ball movement to find high-quality shots. The Raiders completely pulled away in the third quarter, outscoring ESU 23-15 and building up a 16-point lead that they would

never relinquish.

One of the keys to the victory for the Raiders was their excellent defensive play.

Each player in the starting lineup played with intensity on the defensive end of the floor. As a result, East Stroudsburg shot the ball only 32.2% from the field.

In a third quarter in which the momentum of the game was on the line, the Raiders held East Stroudsburg scoreless until the 5:45 mark of the quarter. It was during that time that the team built up an insurmountable 16-point lead.

Junior Kryshell Gordy put together one of her best defensive performances of the season. She showcased her defensive versatility while matched up against East Stroudsburg’s top scorer, Tiffany Lapotsky. Lapotsky, who averages 19.3 points per game, was held to 16 points due mostly to Gordy’s excellent defense.

Gordy has the size to play a range of positions, from small forward to center. Last season, she started all the team’s games while playing small forward. She has a rare combination of defensive skills and a size which allows her to be versatile on that

end of the floor.

“Kryshell just has some length and the lateral quickness to defend a guard,” head coach Kristy Trn said.

“Sometimes her length and blocking ability create some problems for guards out on the perimeter. She’s also physical and strong on the

post, too.”

Trn said Gordy was the team’s best and most consistent defensive player. She finished the win over East Stroudsburg with seven points, six rebounds and a block.

Junior Destiny Jefferson put together perhaps her

most complete performance of the season while leading the Raiders over East Stroudsburg. She contributed in multiple statistical categories, pouring in 13 points, six rebounds, five assists and three steals.

“Destiny is a dynamic player. When she wants to get down and play lockdown defense, there’s not many people who are going to get around her,” Trn said. “She’s done a great job using her feet to get her body completely in front of the ball handler. I thought she did an outstanding job defensively.”

Defense is not the only thing Jefferson excels at.

“She’s very good at pushing the ball up the floor. She’s very sneaky at getting steals and overall she is the full package.”

Jefferson is averaging 14.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.4 steals per game so far this season.

The Raiders sit alone in first place in the PSAC Eastern Division after Saturday’s defeat of East Stroudsburg.

Up next for the Raiders is a home matchup with West Chester University on Wednesday night.

Event: Sprints/ Hurdles Class: Redshirt Senior Hometown: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Bowman starred at Penn State University’s National Invitational, recording NCAA-provisional qualifying marks in two separate events.

In the 60-meter hurdles, Bowman posted a time of 7.99, good for fifth place.

The time was just .04 seconds from the school record (7.95) which he set in the event last season.

In the 4x400 meter relay, Bowman ran an anchor leg of 47.34 to bring home a second-place finish, behind only Akron University.

Kryshell Gordy attacks the rim and finishes a layup in Saturday’s win over East Stroudsburg.

Cold shooting halts men’s win streak at 10 Isaiah Snead

Asst. Sports Editor

The Shippensburg University men’s basketball team dropped a tough Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Eastern Division battle 66-63 on Saturday afternoon at home to the visiting East Stroudsburg Warriors.

The Raiders could not figure out East Stroudsburg’s full-court press defense, which slowed the pace and forced 15 SU turnovers.

ESU used multiple players off the bench to both keep players fresh and their press strong.

SU was down 44-30 early in the second half but would not go away quietly. The team battled back and used a spirited run to take a 54-53 lead after a big 3-pointer from senior Daylon Carter with 8:12 remaining.

From there, the teams traded leads for the rest of the game. ESU then went on a 7-0 run and had a 66-62 lead with 2:28 remaining.

Redshirt sophomore Dom Sleva made one free throw with 55 seconds left to make it a one-possession game.

The Raiders would get the ball back with a

chance to tie, but missed three 3-pointers in the final 10 seconds, failing to send the game to overtime.

“They really were disruptive for the first 25 or 30 minutes of the game,” SU coach Chris Fite said. “I thought our guys battled back a little bit in the second half, but we dug ourselves too deep of a hole. When we were back in a position to maybe win the game, we just made too many errant plays down the stretch.”

SU had a poor shooting outing overall, shooting just 43% from the field, 30% from beyond the arc and 60% from the free-throw line.

Senior John Castello led the Raiders with 16 points and 11 rebounds, marking his third straight double-double. Junior Jake Biss and sophomore Carlos Carter each scored 15 points, with Carter finishing multiple alley-oop dunks. No other Raider scored more than six points.

Shippensburg remains in first place in the PSAC Eastern Division. Despite Saturday’s loss to East Stroudsburg, the Raiders still clinched a spot in the PSAC tournament.

Image courtesy of Bill Smith/SU Sports Info.

Carlos Carter slams one of his three alley-oop dunks against East Stroudsburg.

The loss to the Warriors snapped the team’s 10-game winning streak. It will be interesting to see how the Raiders bounce back from their first loss in over a month on Wednesday when the team faces off against rival West Chester University (15-6, 9-6 PSAC).

The Raiders defeated West Chester 79-70 earlier this season. Wednesday night’s game against SU presents the Golden Rams’ biggest chance to get back into the hunt for first place in the PSAC Eastern Division.

Tip-off is at 8 p.m. at Heiges Field House.

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Wrestling drops home match to Pitt-Johnstown

Carmine Scicchitano/The Slate

Matt Milbrand faces off against Pitt-Johnstown’s Jacob Ealy in the 141-pound weight class on Friday night. He lost to Ealy in a majority decision 12-2.

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Contemporary living room furniture, lighting and trendy color schemes make these apartments the best around.

Amenities include an on-site laundry facility, workout room, study rooms, and an activity lounge. For your convenience and safety, this private building offers secure access.

Located next to Seth Grove Stadium, College Park Commons offers garden-style apartment living with one, two, and three spacious bedroom options. Outdoor amenities include large balconies and porches, and basketball hoop. Indoors, The Commons Club House, which includes game rooms and study areas, is conveniently located next to an indoor laundry facility.

College Park Commons provides abundant outdoor lighting and security cameras for your safety.

Just a short walk from campus, Hot Point Commons offers a luxurious, quiet, town home community atmosphere. All homes offer four bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, a full-kitchen, large living room and dining room, washer and dryer, and large private patios. Residents are invited to use the Commons Club House, located at College Park Commons.

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