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Vol. 117, Issue 5 September 25, 2014
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Looking for romance? Dating apps to try Living, p. 9
KDUP expands to include concerts News, p. 3
Inauguration: Poorman takes the helm Nastacia Voisin voisin15@up.edu
Classes will be canceled after 11:15 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, in honor of the inaguration of UP’s new president, Fr. Mark Poorman. Poorman was elected by the Board of Regents in January, succeeding Fr. William Beauchamp, who served as president for 10 years. As UP’s 20th president,
Poorman will oversee the completion of campus projects set in motion by Beauchamp and will guide the University forward with his vision of success. Among his presidency goals are an expansion of the role of ethics on campus and the creation of better ways for students to connect with their post-graduate destinations.
Before UP
Poorman came to UP from the University of Notre Dame, where he held multiple administrative positions and taught theology classes from 1999 to 2010. He grew up in three states: Arizona, California and Illinois. Poorman was ordained a Congregation of Holy Cross priest in 1982.
At UP
Since 2011, Poorman served as executive vice president, overseeing departments such as University operations and affairs, financial affairs and student affairs. He also served as a theology professor and as Schoenfeldt Hall’s pastoral resident. Poorman was a key figure in establishing the Dundon-Berchtold Fund for Moral Development and Applied Ethics. He became the University’s president on July 1, 2014.
Academic Expertise
Poorman has focused his research on moral theology and its pastoral implications. He has also written and lectured about health care and character ethics, pastoral ministry, sexuality and Catholic higher education. At UP, he primarily taught courses on Christian ethics and moral theology.
Inauguration schedule Friday, Sept. 26:
All classes canceled after 11:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m.: Inauguration Mass in the Chiles Center 3 p.m.: Inauguration Ceremony in the Chiles Center, with a reception following in the Chiles Center Plaza
Saturday, Sept. 27:
9 p.m. (approximately): student ceremony after the soccer game in the Pilot House with free food and music.
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: It’s early yet, but what are some of the unexpected challenges and joys of being president? : One great ongoing challenge: To find as many opportunities to promote the mission and people of UP as I possibly can. That work is never done, and I welcome it! Two great ongoing joys: The tremendous sense of support and encouragement from so many UP folks; and the incredible privilege on behalf of the Holy Cross community of serving those folks, who labor every day for the good of our students. : Is there anything that you miss about being a pastoral resident of Schoenfeldt Hall? : I miss the contact with students through random visits to my room, in the hallways, at hall-sponsored events, in passing conversations. I’m very fortunate in that I can continue to celebrate some Masses in Schoenfeldt, along with the other residence halls, in the course of the school year. Presiding at those Spirit-filled Masses is a real blessing!
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: Do you have any favorite places on The Bluff? : I love the view of the Academic Quad from the portico of the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. It’s beautiful, regardless of the weather. The view the other direction from the upper floors of Franz Hall (especially from Dean [John] Watzke’s and Dean [Robin] Anderson’s patios!) is also terrific — the Quad, the West Hills and the city in the distance. And I love being at Merlo Field when students pack the place and the collective energy runs high. : What is something that you would like students to know about you as a person? : My many years of teaching students, being in residence with them, and ministering to them through preaching, presiding and counseling have formed and transformed my own vocation to the priesthood, and I look forward to continuing to rely upon that calling and background in assuming the role of president.
Community remembers Katie Chale as a caring, passionate friend Nastacia Voisin voisin15@up.edu
Photo from Katie Chale’s Facebook profile
Katie Chale (right), a 2014 alum, celebrates with late Spanish professor Kate Regan after her graduation ceremony in May. Chale, who was a good friend of Professor Regan, died last week from injuries sustained in a car accident near Seattle.
They called her their soccer “mom” and loved her laugh. She was admired for her strong leadership and her big heart. Her passion for adventure was rivaled only by her commitment to helping others. Among the many campus groups she participated in – the biology and Spanish communities, the club soccer team and Relay for Life – Katie
Chale, a ’14 alum, was a vibrant presence. Chale, 22, who died Sept. 17 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Vashon Island near Seattle, was informally honored at last Friday’s noon Mass. She is survived by her parents and her brother. “She was fearless but responsible, mature but always knew when to have fun, and incredibly intelligent,” said Katy
Danforth, a friend of Chale’s who played soccer with her. Fr. Art Wheeler, who was the presider and homilist at the Mass, said he saw those traits in Chale during her time working in the Study Abroad office. “She was very earnest about making a difference in terms of helping other people,” Wheeler See Katie, page 2
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On Campus On Campus INAUGURATION EVENTS
Friday, Sept. 26: Inauguration Mass at 11:45 a.m. in the Chiles Center Inauguration Ceremony at 3 p.m. followed by celebration in the Chiles Center Plaza
PILOTS AFTER DARK Friday, Sept. 26 at the Pilot House in The Cove at 10 p.m followed by live entertainment at 11:30.
MEN’S SOCCER VS. WASHINGTON Saturday, Sept. 27 at Merlo Stadium at 7 p.m.
PILOTS AFTER DARK:
STUDENT GROUP EVENT Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Pilot House in the Cove at 10 p.m. followed by KDUP DJ at 11:30.
WOMEN’S SOCCER VS. WASHINGTON Sunday, Sept. 28 at the Merlo Satidum at 1 p.m.
THEATER: SCENES AND REVELATIONS BY ELAN GARONZIK Wednesday, Oct. 1 at the Mago Hunts Art Center Theatre at 7:30 p.m.
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Katie: passion for language and travel abound Continued from page 1 said. “She was very oriented towards others.” Chale worked as a student coordinator for the Granada study abroad program for more than two years after studying there her sophomore year. She took most of her Spanish courses with professor Kate Regan, who died unexpectedly on July 23.
We called her the team mom. She was always the one with the BandAids and the Ibuprofen. Jessie Robinson senior Regan and Chale were good friends, and the background of Chale’s phone was a photo of the two at the 2014 graduation ceremony in May. The energy Chale poured into her Spanish classes was purposeful. She saw the language as a tool to help her help others, according to Wheeler.
Chale’s first experience in humanitarian work abroad was her 2009 two-week immersion in Paraguay. She was troubled by the lack of medical services for people there, especially as some suffered from easily fixed ailments. Her mission in coming to UP was in part to prepare herself for working in a medical-aid capacity in Latin America. Yet Chale also spread her energy into other campus areas. She made time to enjoy athletic activities like hiking, and she loved exploring the Pacific Northwest coast. Senior Jessie Robinson, who played club soccer with her for two years, remembers Chale fondly. “We called her the team mom,” Robinson said. “She was always the one with the BandAids and the Ibuprofen. She looked after us and cared for us. We were so grateful to have her.” The team also gave the nickname “team dad” to Chale’s boyfriend, Chris Roberts, who attended games to support them and always brought a camera.
Photo from Katie Chale’s Facebook profile
Katie Chale explores Machu Picchu. Chale, who was passionate about international travel, hoped toto work in a medical-aid capacity in Latin America. Robinson said Chale’s leadership style, which balanced determination with laughter, was inspiring. “There was just something about her that made you want to prove that you were good enough
to be on the team with her,” Robinson said. “She knew how to put you in a good mood even when you were freezing. “We’re going to miss her so much.”
Public Safety officer returns to The Bluff to help students McKena Miyashiro miyashir17@up.edu When students see Jeanie Toscano around campus, they might think she’s just there to keep them in line. But it wasn’t very long ago that Toscano, a Public Safety officer, was just another UP student. Toscano, a ‘08 alum, has degrees in social work, English and foreign language (now known as international languages and cultures). Moving from Mexico to northeast Portland when she was 11 was a shock for Toscano. Because of her upbringing in the Parkrose area, a diverse part of the city, Toscano originally felt a bit of out place at UP due to its homogeneity. Yet Toscano found her home on The Bluff in the rowing club and the international club. She remembers herself as a shy student trying to get involved as much as she could.
I went to soup kitchens with the Moreau Center, but it was nice connecting with my own peope. It was just eye-opening and a huge learning experience for myself. Jeanie Toscano Public Safety officer "I was always a curious person, and I always had a sense that whatever I did, I wanted it to be beneficial," Toscano said.
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Public Safety officer Jeanie Toscano, an ‘08 alum, drives around campus. During her time as a student at UP, Toscano studied abroad in Salzburg and won a Fulbright grant to study in Germany. Toscano studied abroad in Salzburg her sophomore year with a group of predominantly white students. "That was somewhat foreign to me because as I mentioned earlier, we moved to Parkrose, and that was not the majority where I grew up,” Toscano said. Toscano said the study abroad program was a rich experience and helped her gain a broader perspective on life. The summer after traveling to Salzburg, Toscano participated in a social work program in Morelia, Mexico. She looked at the health care system in Morelia to compare and contrast
the social dilemmas they face to those in the U.S. "I went to soup kitchens with the Moreau Center, but it was nice connecting with my own people,” Toscano said. “It was just eye-opening and a huge learning experience for myself.” During her time at UP, Toscano also volunteered at a women's correctional facility and taught English. This was Toscano’s first exposure to people who go through the system of law enforcement and rehabilitation. After graduating in 2008, Toscano received a Fulbright fellowship for Germany. Fueled by her desire to travel, and drawing
from her own experiences as an immigrant, Toscano researched the integration process of Turkish immigrants into Germany. She interviewed teachers and parents of Turkish immigrants about their experiences, and found that immigrants fall through the cracks because of the education system. Returning to the U.S, Toscano started her first social work job at Neighborhood House. There, she witnessed what she felt was prejudiced treatment by law enforcement. See Officer, page 4
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Turning the volume up KDUP expands with e-zine, concerts and more
Emily Neelon neelon17@up.edu Tucked away by the trees on the bluff is an unassuming bungalow housing UP’s radio station, KDUP. But this year, KDUP is anything but inconspicuous. With 60 Internet radio shows throughout the week, a bi-monthly e-zine and an upcoming concert, KDUP is breaking out of its bubble and bursting onto the scene. Program Director Jack Greenwood aspires to establish the student-run station by building on past ideas. “Last year we set up a lot of new experiences we were testing out,” Greenwood said. “This year is about perfecting them.” Greenwood hopes to get students across campus involved in KDUP’s events and creative initiatives. The KDUP e-zine, an online publication that showcases music literature and visual art, accepts student contributions. And now that they have some new equipment, KDUP will also hold frequent DJ mixing workshops in The Cove during Pilots After Dark events. Greenwood’s main focus is promoting student musicians through events, such as the acoustic showcase on Oct. 22. KDUP will be teaming up with Global Aide and Espresso UP to provide free live music and coffee to students while showcasing UP’s own talented music-makers. “The UP music scene is small,” Greenwood said. “We know UP musicians are out there, they’re just hiding.” Brian Blair, KDUP advisor and producer of 94.7 FM’s
“Bottom 40,” has watched KDUP’s considerable growth during his five years on campus. “I’m really happy with the staff this year,” Blair said, “and what they’ve been able to accomplish in a month. To get as many freshmen and returning DJ’s back in is very exciting.” Blair views the radio station not only as a voice for students, but also as a place he can share his love of music. “Being lucky enough to do it professionally for 20 years, you can’t really consider what we do work,” Blair said. “It can busy and tedious and stressful at times, but overall if you are passionate about the project, it becomes almost contagious.” Sophomore Danny McGarry caught this contagious music passion his freshmen year. He now hosts the show “Soundcloud Spotlight” on Thursdays at 3 p.m. During his show, the DJ shares his favorite songs posted on the music-sharing site Soundcloud. The best part of McGarry’s job, he said, is exposing students to little-known artists. “[I enjoy] having the freedom to play music that I like [to] an audience, so I can help them discover new music,” McGarry said. Blair, Greenwood and McGarry all agree that interested students should come by the station to get a better idea of how KDUP works. “The more we get people in here to see what we’re doing and to hang out with us, [the more] they’ll realize just how cool what we have going on here really is,” Greenwood said. “Just come check us out.”
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(Above) KDUP Program Director Jack Greenwood goes live in the KDUP studio. Greenwood, a junior, plans to expand KDUP’s presence on The Bluff this year online and by promoting student musicians. (Left) From left, senior Ari Morris, senior Kirk Kalbfleisch, senior Tara Kelly, junior Elena Roberts and senior Andrew Herzog make plans in the KDUP studio. The radio station is planning an acoustic showcase on Oct. 22.
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Officer: Toscano facilitates environment for growth Continued from page 2 "There's something that attracts me to law enforcement since every day's different and you're in a position of response," Toscano said. "You have to be trained to respond. So I pursued positions in law enforcement, and I became a law enforcement officer for Beaverton." Toscano met fellow Public Safety Officer Brian Hanson in Beaverton, who told her about an opening at UP to become a Public Safety officer. Since joining the Public
Safety team in April, Toscano witnessed first-hand some of the struggles students face. She finds her direct work with students to be rewarding and exciting. "I like the variety of calls we've been getting, especially with the freshmen settling in. I like getting in on the action and just responding to who-knowswhat it's going to be," Toscano said. As a former student, Toscano understands that students attend college to study and have a good time. “P-Safe is here to facilitate
the process students need to have a good time and feel safe doing it,” Toscano said. “I feel I’m facilitating a safe environment for students to grow, make mistake once in a while, learn from their mistakes and move forward.” Toscano is aware that Public Safety may be seen as an accusatory presence. What some students forget, she said, is that Public Safety officers try to take the least intrusive route to help students understand their mistakes. “A lot of times when we’re coming into contact with a
student, it’s unwanted contact,” Toscano said. “But in terms of calls about noise complaints,
I like the variety of calls we’ve been getting, especially with the freshmen settling in. I like getting in on the action and just responding to whoknows-what it’s going to be. Jeanie Toscano Public Safety officer
it’s actually better for students that we respond as opposed to Portland Police.” In the future, Toscano is considering pursuing Spanish literature or a career as a police officer. "I feel like I have a lot to learn,” Toscano said. “And I need to hang tight for a bit, and learn what I have to learn here before I'm in a place to figure out what the next step is."
Student Inauguration Event Free Food with Fr. Mark! When: Saturday, Sept. 27, after the soccer game (apx. 9 p.m.) Where: The Pilot House What: Free food, music, and fun to celebrate his inauguration
Schedule of Events WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 FACULTY & STAFF SOCIAL 3:30-5:30 P.M. IN BAUCCIO COMMONS ¶ FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 INAUGURATION MASS 11:45 A.M. IN THE CHILES CENTER INAUGURATION CEREMONY 3:00 P.M. IN THE CHILES CENTER ¶ SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 PILOTS AFTER DARK: STUDENT EVENT WITH FR. MARK POORMAN, C.S.C. FREE FOOD PROVIDED BY THE PRESIDENT FROM 9:00-10:30 P.M. IN THE COVE
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1. Sept. 19, 11:56 p.m. - Officers responded to a noise complaint at the Schoenfeldt Basketball court area. Officers talked with students and they were compliant. No other calls were received.
2. Sept. 20, 11:05 p.m. - Officers responded to a party complaint in the 6700 block of Van Houten. The residents were not University Of Portland students. The party was shut down. No further calls were received.
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3. Sept. 20, 11:36 p.m. - Officers responded to a party complaint at the 6700 block of N Van Houten. Officers made contact with residents and they were compliant. They party was shut down. No other calls were received. 4. Sept. 21, 3:19 a.m. - Officers responded to a noise complaint on campus. The person was leaf blowing and was part of a crew that was approved to be on campus. Officers cleared.
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Student nurses serve homeless population downtown Jacob Fuhrer fuhrer17@up.edu They’re not so different from you and me. That’s the takeaway of two senior nursing students working downtown with Portland’s homeless population each Thursday and Friday. As part of their outside-theclassroom learning experience, Katie Stempel and Andrew Pritchett serve as student nurses who help answer questions and address medical needs of Portland’s homeless community. They assist with issues as small as a cut on the finger, to serious symptoms like chest pains. Stempel says her job mostly involves forming relationships with women at the SAFES, the Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter. The shelter’s goal is to empower women, “to move from homelessness to housing.” It’s a job Stempel enjoys. “I was really excited working with the homeless,” she said. “That’s where I want to do my nursing.” Pritchett works at Jean’s Place and the Clark Center, which are operated by Transition Projects. Pritchett was more apprehensive about working at these transitional housing facilities because they are less structured, and there are anywhere from 60 to 90 patients at the facility. He
said he is still never sure what to expect. He recalled a woman asking him whether her STD treatment was effective. “I had no clue,” Pritchett said. Sally Cook, another senior nursing student, shares the same frustrations as Pritchett. Cook works at The Bud Clark Commons, which serves as a shelter for the homeless. Cook says it can be challenging to help patients who may have a wide range of medical needs. Yet Cook says her classes at UP prepared her for the issues she deals with at her clinical placement. She is thankful for the professors who support her and her classmates along the way, but notes that the best way to learn is to get out in the field. Cook and Stempel say there are no specific instructions given to them. “We’re the professionals,” Stempel said. “We’re the final say when there’s no one else to ask.” Because the patients are homeless, there are often no medical records to consult. However, the students notice a basic theme of trauma in the lives of the homeless. Whether it’s sexual abuse, neglect or emotional distress, Pritchett says in his experience, trauma is frequently involved, which he says leads many to substance abuse. The location makes a difference too. SAFES is located in an area of downtown Portland
known for its activity after dark. “Everyone sees 2nd and Burnside as the place to party,” Stempel said. But she says it’s completely different during the daytime when most of the homeless are around or at the shelters. Stempel had a woman come up to her at the front desk and tell her that she used to have Stempel’s job. The woman is homeless now. The experience made Stempel realize that anyone could be faced with homelessness. “They’re doing the best they can,” she said. Pritchett agrees. He says many people experiencing homelessness have managed to maintain their pride. He notices veterans at the men’s shelter are reticent to accept help, with some preferring to get their food at Sisters of the Road Cafe where they can work to earn their meals. After experience with the homeless first hand, Pritchett and Stempel have come to like their jobs. Stempel likes the chance to meet new people. “I’m not scared to say hello to a homeless person on the street,” she says. Cook also enjoys her job, but remains frustrated at how much work remains to be done for Portland’s homeless community. “It’s been hard feeling there’s such a huge need and we’re not even scratching the surface,” Cook said.
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Seniors Bella Raugi, left, and Katie Stempel , right, serve Portland’s homeless population every Thursday and Friday at the Salvation Army Female Emergency Shelter downtown. The work is part of the students’ clinical experience for nursing school.
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Stressbeaters: Go explore the outdoors Christine Menges menges15@up.edu
College students spend a lot of time indoors: studying at the library, procrastinating on Facebook, bingewatching television seasons and chatting with roommates. But as the summer sunlight dwindles and gathering clouds warn of a quickly approaching rainy season, students can partake in warm-weather nature activities one last time. Enjoying nature does not mean voyaging far away, as many transportation-lacking students living on campus might fear. There are many nature areas on The Bluff, or just a quick walk or bike ride away.
The Marian Garden: Students pass it almost daily while walking to the Bauccio Commons, but few sit down and take a look around. Next to the Bell Tower, this garden has benches and plenty of flowers, perfect for some quiet reflection. Relax there after a full day of classes or use it as a refreshing study spot when you tire of being cooped up in a library cubicle.
SLUG Garden: Beyond Fields and Padre Halls lies a mysterious and oft forgotten mecca of greens and comaraderie. The SLUG Garden is the perfect place to meet new friends and get your hands dirty. Feeling anxious or stressed? Gardening is the perfect way to relieve this stress. Additional bonus: If you volunteer, you can take home some of the bounty.
Cathedral Park: Off Willamette Boulevard lies a park beneath the St. John’s Bridge. Named for the graceful pointed arches supporting the bridge above, the park offers inspiring views to the gazers below. The combination of man-made design and natural beauty provides an ambiance atypical of any other park. Bring a smartphone with you, because this place begs to be Instagrammed. As with all things beautiful, you’ll forget yourself for a while as you stand in awe.
Forest Park: You will need a car to get here, but if you can find the funds, the park is well worth your visit. You’ve probably heard people call it the most beautiful park in Portland. While you’ll have to see it for yourself to agree, escaping campus and seeing the urban jungle is a worthwhile goal. According to The Forest Park Conservancy website, this park is the largest urban forest in the United States. With an abundance of hiking trails, the visit is truly a journey.
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Columbia Annex: If you’ve ridden the 44 Bus line, you’ve probably seen a glimpse of this park just off Willamette Boulevard. Columbia Annex offers a change of scene from the familiar campus landscape, and a quick bike ride or moderate walk will get you there. Play a game with friends on the multi-purpose athletic field, or relive your childhood with the teeter-totters, swings and jungle gym.
Multnomah Falls: A drive away, Multnomah Falls offers both trails and gorgeous views. Watch a cascading waterfall and hike all the way up to the bridge to view it up close. If transportation is a problem, UP’s Outdoor Pursuits club offers trips there. This is not only a chance to exercise and sightsee, but also to meet new people and bond closer with friends.
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Why Philosophy? Thinking of majoring or minoring in philosophy? Wondering what you can do with a philosophy degree? Then come to an informationsip workshop, sponsored by the Philosophy Department! Monday, October 6, 2014 5:30-6:30 PM Buckley Center 163
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Reconstructing influence with Dan DeWeese over dinner Cassie Sheridan Living Editor I first read DeWeese a year ago when I picked up a copy of his short story collection “Disorder” when wandering through Powells. I was enamored with his hyper-focus and the adjective-heavy writing. When I found out he was coming to campus to do a reading last Monday, I was ecstatic. Then I got the chance to have dinner with him. Dan was as hyper-focused in person as he is on the page, but the conversation took a turn for the thought-provoking when he
shattered all my illusions about the books and texts that influenced you. Consider this: The books you most likely think of as the most influential are just the ones that are sitting in your conscience at the moment you are asked. Additionally, many of these texts may not have even been that influential to begin with, but instead society has convinced you they should have altered you in some meaningful way. Most likely, some of the books or articles that influenced you dramatically in childhood or adolescence, you don’t even remember. They are somewhere else inside of you. Whoa. Was Dan DeWeese telling me the texts I held near-and-dear were just the ones I had constructed to be that way? Perhaps
because of how they challenged me, or where I was when reading them, or the mystery they provoked, or because society or a high school teacher told me they should matter to me? Maybe the most influential things we’ve read, we don’t remember because they slipped right out of our conscious. They weren’t unbelievably challenging or provocative, but instead they were digested, briefly considered and stored somewhere else. Maybe these books have changed the way we write, or read, or see our world…and we don’t even know it. What can we make of all those lists bouncing around Facebook and Pinterest and Twitter full of the same books that seem to have influenced everyone. Do those just further our idea that
these books that are suppose to have made us feel something or changed us in some great way? Instead of constructively considering and ruminating on the texts that may have shaped our greater being and perspective, we often recite our list of most influential texts like a laundry list of predictable items. This list is full of high school requirements and the occasional college book we managed to muck through. However, we know these books were supposed to have made us and changed us, because society tells us they did. But what happens when “The Great Gatsby” doesn’t illuminate a whole new way of reading? Instead, I’m left ruminating on the fact that my most poignant reading experience was when I was ten years old, curled up in my basement
reading “Anne of Green Gables,” sobbing beacuse Anne’s kind adopted father passed away. That’s not to say that the classics haven’t affected you in some way. They most likely have, however, it’s fascinating to consider how much of that influnce is true, and how much of it is constructed. DeWeese, in a simple and matter of fact way, poised a literaryesque philosophical question that has utterly shattered the way I approach books. And here I thought I was just heading out for casual dinner with a writer.
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Art in your own backyard Alina Rosenkranz rosenkra17@up.edu
When thinking about art on campus, many students might think of the old oil paintings of donors or religious motifs. Some might be surprised by the varied artwork on The Bluff, including art most students pass by every day. The diversity is greater than you might expect. Abstract
Right by the front windows of the Clark Library you can see the almost-contemporary steel sculpture by Manuel Izquierdo. Even though it is located in a central place on campus, it often goes unnoticed. Built and donated to the University in 1962, the welded and hammered steel sculpture is open to interpretation.
Christ the Teacher and Four Students
You have probably sat on their welcoming laps at some point for a basic UP photo opportunity. These statues behind Franz - colloquially referred to as “the Jesus statue” - is actually called Christ the Teacher and Four Students. It is also called the Oddo Memorial after its donor Kay Oddo. It was crafted by Donovan Peterson in 1962.
Breaking the oil painting trend
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The Hidden One
Located right behind Swindells Hall, with a view of downtown and the Willamette River, is the Captain William Clark Monument. It is almost hidden at this unique campus spot surrounded by trees and bushes. It was made by Michael Florin Dente in 1988 who worked as a professor at UP from 1981-1999. The three people depicted by the sculpture are Clark, York and an unnamed Native American - all looking toward Mt. Jefferson. Go take a look and enjoy the view.
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The Tree of Life
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Maybe it’s not actually contemporary, but this abstract and modern picture comes close. To the right of the Library entrance you can see a picture titled “Yellow and Black” by Helen Gerardia. It is a geometric abstraction from 1965 and provides a nice change from all the old oil paintings on campus.
The Tree of Life
The mystifying vine that grows up the side of Mehling Hall is the work of Portland artist Lee Kelly and is a representation of the traditional Christian symbol, ‘The Tree of Life.’ The 54-foot welded sculpture has been a part of Mehling since it’s unveiling in 1964 and has mystified students for just as long. An edition of The Beacon published in 1994 had interviews asking students “What is that thing?” with the best response from then-senior Shannon Latti saying, “It’s an escape route.”
Christ the Teacher and Four Students
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Finding love (online) Melissa Aguilar aguilarm16@up.edu
At this point, sites like Match.com – supposedly the future of dating – already seem antiquated. We stream movies, music and TV on our smartphones – why not add dating to that list? Whether you’re just looking to meet new people, or the love of your life, there’s a dating app out there for you.
Grouper
Hinge
Tinder
OkCupid
Coffee Meets Bagel
HowaboutWe
HowaboutWe
This app prides itself on being an offline dating site. Using the formula “How about we…” you suggest a fun date idea, to which others can respond. It’s great if you want to get out and do something instead of talking for weeks before actually seeing someone. It’s not so great when the suggestions are “How about we [go] werewolf hunting, disguised as two innocent people on a date in downtown?” (Yes, someone actually posted that.) While you can do some of the basic profile set up and interactions with others, for full access, you have to pay a membership fee. Some cheapskates will illicitly post their contact information on their date ideas to avoid paying. Please don’t do that unless you like getting texts from random numbers at 2 a.m. Available for iPhone and Android.
Grouper
So you’re hesitant about meeting up with people from the scary world of the Interwebs... understandable. Grouper believes you shouldn’t have to endure the painful awkwardness of a first date all by yourself – share it with two other friends. The app takes info from your Facebook profile, as well as a quick survey to match you and your friends up with another group of three. Grouper helps set up a time and place and even suggests games like “Two Truths and a Lie” to get things going. You pay a fee to cover the first round of drinks, so if all else fails, you’ve got your friends and some shots. Available for iPhone and at joingrouper.com
Tinder
Tinder boils dating to one thing: attraction. When viewing someone’s profile, you are given the option to swipe left (meaning “not interested”) or right (to say, “I’m interested.”) If you and the other person both swipe right, the app lets you know it’s a match. At this point, you can choose to start a conversation via Tinder’s internal messaging system. The ease of use contributes to an overall more casual environment. A downside is that the sheer volume of matches means social niceties tend to fly out the window. On the plus side, your rejection by “Cute Guy Posing with The Giraffe” will get drowned out by all the other matches you have. Available for iPhone and Android
Coffee Meets Bagel
If you like food and think food-related terms of endearment are romantic, look no further. Here your love match is called a “Bagel,” and instead of sifting through dozens of pictures in a five minute span, you only get one Bagel every day at noon. If both parties choose “like” you get to message each other for seven days via a temporary phone number. Because you sign in with Facebook, you are less likely to get complete randos, but rather friends of friends you might have never met. Available for iPhone and at coffeemeetsbagel.com.
OkCupid
Instead of taking a questionnaire, the app generates questions for you to answer. You can rate which answer you would like your potential mate to have, and level of importance their answer has. So if you saw that they answered that “wherefore” in “Wherefore art thou Romeo?” means “where,” you can head for the hills. This app gives you a compatibility rating based on your answers, which can be sketchy if the only thing you have in common is a love of sandwiches. You’re also not allowed to creep to your heart’s content, as the app lets people know if you so much as look at their profile. But this app offers a more systematic approach to dating, rather than giving you random matches. Available for iPhone and Android.
Hinge
Very much like Tinder, you are given a daily batch of up to 20 potential matches to like or pass. Hinge, however, uses friends of friends on Facebook as those matches, minimizing the creepy factor of Tinder. That also means people are far more likely to actually look like their profile photo in real life. Hinge is meant to expedite the process of meeting friends at social gatherings that you might just not have happened yet. People are more open to meeting offline because both parties already have an established social connection. Available for iPhone and Android. Rebekah Markillie | THE BEACON
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Meet the Servant Leadership Team Anthony Paz Guest Submission paz@up.edu
Campus Ministry is pleased to introduce to the student body this year’s Servant Leadership Team (SLT). The SLT is a group of students who have agreed to assist Campus Ministry staff through direct service to the student body. They seek to serve by identifying and addressing the spiritual needs of students, with support and resources from Campus Ministry. This year’s cohort is particularly excited to bring small faith-sharing groups to campus at times and locations convenient to students. They are open to people of all faiths (or lack thereof). They hope to build community and understanding around spiritual questions and practices. If you see them around campus, say hello.
Issa Therese Santos
Kelsey Connolly
Allie Cloud
Dave Wanner
Matthew Nelson
Victor Amador
Year: Senior Major: Theology and German studies and music minor Hobbies: Writing spoken word poetry, singing and DIY projects Favorite food: Fiesta plates Email: santos15@up.edu
Year: Junior Major: Music - general track Hobbies: Composing music, stargazing, lasertag, playing at the beach and goofing off in ridiculous and embarrassing ways Favorite Food: Crepes Email: wanner16@up.edu
Year: Junior Major: Marketing and theology Hobbies: Everything Disney, hanging out with friends, singing and fly fishing. Favorite Food: Potatoes Email: connollk16@up.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Elementary education and math with a theology minor Hobbies: Soccer, singing, playing guitar, reading and listening to music Favorite Food: Mexican food Email: nelsonm17@up.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Biochemistry Hobbies: Traveling, being outside and exploring her faith Favorite Food: Frozen blueberries Email: clouda17@up.edu
Year: Sophomore Major: Mechanical engineering Hobbies: Watching movies, reading and playing woodblock Favorite Food: Mexican food Email: amadorv17@up.edu
OPINIONS EDITORIAL After police tasered a 16-year-old Roosevelt High School student outside the St. John’s Safeway two weeks ago, there were many ways his classmates could have responded. They could have held an emotional and violent protest, or lashed out in anger at the Portland Police force for treatment of their fellow student that some believe is unfair or prejudiced. Instead, they hosted a conversation. Roosevelt students, led by the sophomore class president, invited Portland Mayor Charlie Hales and Police Chief Mike Reese to a school assembly Sept. 19 to discuss the incident, as reported by The Oregonian’s Maxine Bernstein. 25 students voiced their frustrations while the police chief and mayor listened for about an hour. Students ad-
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dressed their concerns about racial profiling and their own experiences being stopped by Portland Police when they had done nothing wrong. Mayor Hales and Chief Reese listened, paid attention and responded. While The Beacon is not qualified to adjudicate the recent tasing incident, we want to applaud the students of Roosevelt High School for their mature and brave response. In a city where many adults shy away from difficult discussions of institutional racism and rampant inequities, Roosevelt high schoolers began a meaningful conversation. UP does an excellent job of teaching us about the many, changing problems of underrepresented and oppressed populations, as well as how to critically discuss these problems. We certainly don’t have all the answers, but we do have
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the power to join the conversation. Next time we feel there is injustice on The Bluff, in our
city or in our world, maybe we should follow the example of Roosevelt students. From one group of students
to another, thank you for reminding us that sometimes the most powerful response is simply a conversation.
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My post-graduation plans: Doing what I love Jacob Fuhrer Staff Commentary “What are you going to do after college?” It’s a question that sends shivers down most students’ spines. The pressure of securing a steady job after college often plays second fiddle to more immediate problems like tomorrow’s economics exam or what to eat for dinner tonight. Such is the case for many students. Except for me. See, I was eight years old when
I started reporting. Admittedly, this may not have been broadcast-caliber reporting. My setup included a blanket draped over a closet doors and a folding table in front of it to act as the news desk. My “co-anchors” were friends and fellow third graders I recruited to help out with my newscast. My audience amounted to a total of two, and that was only if my parents were home. Even then, I’m not certain they were actually watching. But I kept with it, and my setup improved over time. I moved on to using real lighting, microphones, cameras and eventually a green screen. I taught myself video editing and researched camera techniques to capture the most
visually pleasing angles. Why? Because I loved it. And still do. I’m still that same kid I was in third grade. I still love getting behind a camera and talking in front of it. I love bringing a story to life and stitching video, sound and images together. But traditional media is dying, they say, usually followed by an onslaught of questions. What if your job doesn’t exist in the future? How are you going to handle your college debt? How will you support a family? How will you be able to retire? Money, money, money. Here’s the thing: I would much rather live a modest life and do what I love, than loathe my job but have a fancy car.
But I’m in the minority. According to a 2013 Gallup poll, about 70 percent of Americans are either “not engaged” or “actively disengaged” with their job. It may not always be practical to work in the industry you love, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try. I encourage you to be the minority. Be the other 30 percent. A quotation by Ray Bradbury -- one of my favorite authors -has been my mantra throughout the years: “Love what you do and do what you love. Don’t listen to anyone else who tells you not to do it.” Up until a few years ago, the thought of my salary never even crossed my mind. I didn’t care, and as bad as it may sound, I still
don’t. So here I am, writing for The Beacon. It’s just the beginning of what I can only hope is a successful career. I trust that things will fall into place in the end, and I look forward to the day when I can look back at my old “newscasts” and know that it was all worth it. I know that other paths may have been more lucrative, but nothing is a replacement for the fulfilling sensation of achieving your dreams. Jacob Fuhrer is a sophomore communications major. He can be reached at fuhrer17@up.edu.
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Hearing from a Voice for Life Noah Banks Guest Commentary “You are not alone.” “You are strong, you are beautiful.” “Your story matters. You matter.” Who would say these types of things? Certainly a friend and supporter might say these types of things. These were some of the messages UP’s Voice for Life club wrote on the sidewalks and concrete areas in the Academic Quad last week. We regret that you may not have seen these in addition to those covered in last week’s article about our chalking. We as a group seek to be a friend to women, both in what we believe and what we do.
This raises the question: What exactly does Voice for Life believe? We think that women are strong and that every human life is valuable. We seek to support women who are in crisis pregnancies. We seek to educate all people about the reality of the humanity of the unborn. We seek to offer comfort and support to women who might be feeling the negative emotional, mental, or spiritual effects of abortion. In doing these things, we seek to oppose the abortion choice by providing positive alternatives. In acting, we have asked ourselves this question, “How would we respond to a friend who is considering abortion or who has had an abortion?” We decided that we would respond with compassion, with love
and as a friend. For this reason, Voice for Life as a whole seeks to be like a friend to all people on campus dealing with a crisis pregnancy, or who might be feeling the negative emotional or mental effects of abortion. We are intentional in our choices to use pro-woman, empowering language when we release public messages, such as those that were chalked on the sidewalks and Academic Quad last week. We demonstrate our friendship in more concrete (pardon the pun) ways too. Every holiday season, we cooperate with a local pregnancy resource center to gather supplies for babies and their mothers (e.g., diapers, formula, baby clothes). We think that it is just as important to support women who have made it all the
way through a crisis pregnancy and now have had their child. Our mission does not end at birth. We have worked with UP’s administration and staff to promote awareness about resources both on and off campus to women in crisis pregnancies, such as those in the pamphlets available in the health center. Know that you can always come to us at Voice for Life for these resources and whatever other life-affirming support we can provide. We sincerely hope that you will. We welcome and value you and your story.
FACES
on the bluff
by David DiLoreto
Where’s your favorite spot to hangout outside? James Dunbar junior environmental engineer
Noah Banks is a junior theology major. He can be reached at banksn16@up.edu.
“In a boat paddling on a river”
Joe Shorma senior sociology
“Romantically walking on the beach”
When sexual assault happens Kristina Houck Bryn Sopko Fr. John Donato Guest Commentary Last week, Maggie Hannon and the Editorial Staff shone a powerful light on an important issue which directly impacts far FAR too many on our campus, and in our world. Bringing the issue of sexual violence into the light is precisely how we - as a community committed to ending violence - can hope to usher in the culture change The Beacon staff are championing. It is a painful reality that as many as 1 in 6 young men are sexually abused before the age of 18 and that as many as 1 in 4 young women will be sexually assaulted while on a college campus. Sexual assault is happening, devastating lives in its wake. The UP community is dedicated to doing all we can to not only prevent, but also provide, confidential support and effective response to survivors of sexual assault and other forms of interpersonal violence. As a confidential SAFE Ad-
vocate, Kristina Houck is a part of the network of confidential resources available to students on campus. All campus confidential resources offer support and referrals, while not being obligated to share information with any University officials, unless an imminent threat is apparent. As the Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Students, Bryn Sopko and Fr. John Donato oversee the University’s response to reports. They are non-confidential resources who are obligated to protect the privacy of students involved in a reporting process, keeping information on a strictly “need to know” basis. A survivor’s choice to report an incident allows the University to take action on her/his behalf. The University’s Amnesty and Retaliation policy is meant to support students wishing to report a sexual assault without fear of being found responsible for other policy violations, or fear of retaliation from any other member of our community. Any reports made to Public Safety, Residence Life staff, or most faculty and staff are forwarded on to the Title IX Coordinator and acted upon. Any in-
formation shared by the survivor related to the incident is investigated. The purpose of the investigation is twofold: To ensure the safety and well being of the survivor, and to protect the safety of the community. Throughout the process, steps are taken to provide safety and support accommodations to the survivor while equitably gathering and reviewing facts associated with the incident, determining outcomes. As highlighted last week, outcomes of investigations are never guaranteed. Not all survivors desire to report their experience to campus (or community) authorities. However, all survivors deserve and are afforded safe, confidential spaces to talk and find support. On campus, survivors can be assured of confidential support through meeting with any of our Health Center counselors, our Campus Ministers or Pastoral Residents and our SAFE Advocates. Portland Women’s Crisis Line also provides confidential support and referrals to community resources for both women and men. Reaching out to any of these confidential resources allows a survivor to share her/his
experience, to not feel alone and to sort out what she/he needs to be able to begin to heal. Additional information about campus and community resources is displayed on mirror clings in bathrooms throughout campus and can be found by visiting our Community Against Violence webpage: up.edu/cav. Culture change requires both actively preventing violence from occurring in the first place and effective response when it does occur. The actions of committed, caring people (students, staff, faculty and administrators alike) will change the culture of violence that suffocates our world. Every choice to do something when we see something that has the potential to cause harm adds up. Further, it is imperative that survivors know that they are not alone - that we are here to help. University of Portland students, faculty and staff give credence to our words of opposition to violence by stepping up and offering support to those who are hurting. It is through this collective commitment to prevention and support that, together, we will create, “a campus with less violence, less fear and less pain.”
Andy Hung sophomore civil engineer
“In a dragon boat”
Brooke Stark junior nursing
“Hiking in the gorge”
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Tennis: Different languages, same goal Continued from page 15 perative to improving the team’s communication and their overall success. “I am looking for them to make sure the young guys don’t get lost in the shuffle,” Gross said. “Not a father figure, but someone that really understands that this a person who has committed their life to a point that they have traveled from their family across the world to come here.” With the seniors paving the way, Gross is optimistic about the season. “I have a very good feeling, but until we see them compete it’s hard to know,” Gross said. In the past, the tennis team has been filled predominantly
with international members. But what made this year even more challenging is the amount of teaching that is occurring. Gross has made several adjustments to his coaching style in order to accommodate the differences in language comprehension. “In a year these guys will all know the same tennis language. Right now we have to make sure we are speaking slowly enough,” Gross said. “It just seems like in international education they use more proper English and we use slang.” Despite these challenges, Gross is confident of his players’ ability. He anticipates that by this time next year, his team will be back at the top.
Sophomore Ethan Ogard returns a ball during the Fall Scramble last weekend.
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Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest 2015 Suggested Topic: Articulate with clarity an ethical issue that you have encountered and analyze what it has taught you about ethics and yourself. The Elie Wiesel Prize in Ethics Essay Contest, now in its 26th year, challenges college students to analyze the urgent ethical issues confronting them in today’s complex world. Students are encouraged to write thought-provoking personal essays that raise questions, single out issues and are rational arguments for ethical action.
Open to full-time Juniors and Seniors. Students may write about any topic they wish, as long as it explores the theme of ethics. Please contact the Dean of CAS with a proposed essay draft by November 10th. Students may also submit online directly, but will need a faculty sponsor to sign off on their application. Deadline: Online by 8 December 2014, 5pm PST. Online entry and detailed guidelines at www.ethicsprize.org.
For details, please contact: Dr. Michael F. Andrews
Dean, College of Arts & Sciences McNerney-Hanson Endowed Chair in Ethics, Professor andrews@up.edu
sports
Pilot in the Spotlight
How long have you been playing soccer, and what memories do you have of your first game? I think my parents decided at three years old that I was too hyperactive, so I started playing then. I remember my first game was at an elementary school by my house. I had this bright blue shirt on, and my dad had to take me out because I had scored too many goals and the parents on the other team had started to complain. Up until this year you’ve played midfield. Now you are playing forward. Is that permanent? I think as of right now, it is permanent. I like it! I mean, I will play anywhere that the team needs me and I think it’s just a transition to keeping the ball a little bit more than defending super hard, but I like it. It’s a great experience.
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Rebekah Kurle
Forward Senior Renton, Washington
Who would you say is your biggest fan? I would probably say my dad, but he is also my biggest critic. I mean, he always supported me and it’s always good to know he is there. He always has something positive and negative to say after the games. We are only two hours away, so he comes to all of my home games. When I was younger it was nerve-wracking because I knew I was going to get yelled at for doing something wrong. Now, it is more like he will joke with me. It’s more of a two-sid-
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ed relationship. He played football in college, so he is really competitive. What do you like to do off of the field? I am a big fan of hiking. I like to dance. I am a leisure reader. I like to check out books from the library. I like to hangout with friends. Barbeque. I am a big fan of cooking and trying new recipes. Shopping. I would like to get my nails done, but that’s not really possible because my feet are always torn up. If you could change one rule about this sport what would it be? I almost wish the game was a little more physical, for the girls anyway. If I can two-hand shove you, I would love to. I mean, I think that because we are girls, they kind of expect us to be a little bit more docile, but I actually want to hit you and make you fall. Maybe just allowing us to play a little bit more. If you could choose a movie or song title that describes your life what would it be? I want to say something like, “Tomorrow is never promised,” because something I have kind of adopted for this year is that everything happens in life for a reason, and you have to live each day like it was your last. If you want to do something, than do it. -Malika Andrews
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This week in sports WOMEN’S SOCCER The Pilots tied Oregon State 0-0 after 110 minutes of play last Friday. They travel north to take on Seattle U today and then come back to face Washington on Sunday at 1 p.m. The team is 3-4-1 on the season.
MEN’S SOCCER The men fell to Oregon State and Denver this past weekend. They come home to play Washington this Saturday at 7 p.m. They are 1-4-3 on the season.
CROSS COUNTRY The women’s cross country team ran in the PSU Invite last Sunday, placing first. The men won the Willamette Oak Knoll Loop Run on Sunday.
VOLLEYBALL The Pilots finished 1-2 at the Utah Valley Tournament. They are 5-6 so far this season. They begin conference play in San Diego today and then travel to face BYU on Saturday. (courtesy portlandpilots.com, WCCsports.com)
Overcoming the language barrier Malika Andrews andrewsm17@up.edu The athletes on the men’s tennis team have always come from a mix of countries. As the team aims to build on last season’s success, they welcome eight new players to join the four athletes returning to the court. This year, athletes are joining the team from France, Switzerland and Germany. These players are not only being challenged by a rigorous training schedule, they are also learning a new language in a new country. The Pilots hosted Seattle University in the Fall Scramble this past weekend. The team finished the tournament 9-6 in singles and 8-4 in doubles matches. Among those competing was senior and newly appointed captain Reid deLaubenfels. DeLaubenfels is excited for the opportunites the new teammates bring. “There is no team that is ranked in the country that is even half Americans,” deLaubenfels said. “It is such an international sport.”
With partner Mathieu Garcia, deLaubenfels finished with a record of 8 and 7 in doubles play. Having spent his freshmen year at Fresno State as one of two Americans and playing tennis in Europe last summer, deLaubenfels is no stranger to playing on diverse teams. DeLaubenfels said the team makes adjustments to their everyday routine in order to address language barriers that arise. In particular, brothers Mathieu and Pierre Garcia, had to work to improve their knowledge of English. Senior Steffen Dierauf, playing in his fifth year of eligibility, came to the tennis team from Munich, Germany. Although he is mostly fluent, he still finds English to be challenging at times. “There are always words missing, I can’t express everything I want to, but I think it is getting even better for me,” Dierauf said. “I think when you talk a lot and listen a lot, you improve.” Head Coach Aaron Gross recognizes that deLaubenfels and his senior peers will be imSee Tennis, page 14
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Freshman Pierre Garcia plays in his first home tournament as a Pilot last weekend. Garcia came to UP with his twin brother, Mathieu Garcia, who also plays on the team, from Limoges, France. The brothers have a combined record of 10-0 in their first two tournaments of the season.
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Pilots shining in the pros Malika Andrews andrewsm17@up.edu
No matter the sport, it is every athlete’s dream to play in professional leagues. UP has coached several athletes on to successful professional careers.
Ellen Parker
Travis Radke
Graduation Year: 2014 Degree: Communication studies Position and Team: Forward/attacking midfielder, Seattle Reign
Graduation Year: Did not graduate, drafted junior year Degree: No degree Position and Team: Pitcher, The Emeralds (MiLB Padres)
Tell us about some of the opportunities soccer has given you? I am excited for soccer to give me experiences that I wouldn’t get without it. The ability to travel, to see different things and to meet different people. And to have to find a way to relate to people that don’t speak your language and the challenges that come with that. Obviously, I love soccer and I am excited to find my spot and role within a team, whether that is WSL or overseas.
What advice would you have for current college players looking to go pro? Make sure you can find a way to identify with yourself outside of your sport. While you do have to believe you are that one in a million that is going to make it, you need to have something else in your life that you love. Be able to come to the understanding that there will always be someone who has more talent than you, and there will always be someone who works harder than you. What you need to tell yourself is that you need to be better each and every day.
Logan Emory
Amanda Frisbie
Graduation Year: Fall 2009 Degree: General studies Position and Team: Defender, LA Galaxy II
Graduation Year: December 2014 Degree: Organizational communication Position and Team: Forward/Defender, Seattle Reign
Has playing in the professional leagues always been a goal of yours? It was a little kid dream, but as a kid you don’t understand the process, the nuisances and the roadblocks that are going to be in your way. Then as you get older you are forced to be a little bit more realistic. And so when I got to school, it was still something I wanted to do and something I that I could do, but you also start to see how hard it is. And that it’s maybe not everything you thought that it would be. It’s not all glitz, glamour and the spotlight with a bunch of money.
What are you most excited about for this season? Obviously, playing! It is hard to come in as a rookie and not be able to make a statement. More than that, I am excited for the team. The Seattle team had a huge turnaround this past season and we made it to the championship and lost, almost had an undefeated season. I think we are so good and capable of winning it all. I am excited for the next opportunity for the championship. I want to go in there and make a difference.
Autumn Wedan Graduation Year: 2014 Degree: Marine biology Position and Team: Outside hitter, Svedala Elite How did playing for the University of Portland help to prepare you for the professional leagues? I think the biggest thing for me is that we had a lot of struggles, trials and tribulations with volleyball. I think that made me a lot stronger as a player emotionally. I think that being a part of the University of Portland, everyone is very giving and everyone wants to help, and that is exactly how people are in Sweden. Experiencing that in college is not something everyone gets, and that is something I can take away from my college experience. All photos courtesy of submissions
Follow on Twitter Amanda Frisbie: @Frizzbie Logan Emory: @LSEmory Autumn Wedan: @autumn_wedan Ellen Parker: @elparker22
More UP Alumni Men’s Basketball: Pooh Jeter Ryan Nicholas Luke Sikma Women’s Basketball: Rezina Teclemariam
Baseball: Bill Krueger Women’s Soccer: Christine Sinclair Megan Rapinoe Cross Country/ Track and Field: Pete Julian
Men’s Soccer: Steven Evans Casey Keller Men’s Tennis: Travis Parrot