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THE GEORGE-ANNE THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2022

LOOK BACK: MLK’S VOTING RIGHTS BATTLE A thinkpiece on MLK’s legacy of democracy.

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WHAT IS A W-2? Adulting 101: A simple guide to filing your own taxes.

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LIQUOR SALES: WHAT NOW? What’s the stautus on getting liquor stores in Statesboro?

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VOLUME 96 , ISSUE 9

do college students know basic sex-ed? We quizzed GS students on the birds and the bees.

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CAMPUS LIFE

STUDENT ORG FAIR

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#PETSBORO Blaze “He’s almost a year old and he absolutely LOVES to run and play fetch. He also has a weird obsession with chewing ice.” - Owner Abigail Barefield

Cora

“Cora is a 7-month German Shorthaired Pointer who is full of energy and love. She is 35 pounds of pure drama.”

- Owner Jacquelyn Mesenbrink

Saber

“He is a 4-year-old mutt. He is very playful and loves to fetch. He loves meeting new people and is a very good boy.” - Owner Trevor Neal

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Student organizations filled the space around the rotunda Thursday, showing off what makes their group special. The George-Anne Media Group’s table had special guest Gus the Eagle.

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COVID-19 NEWS 502 POSITIVE COVID-19 COVID-19 ANALYSIS CASES AFTER WEEK 2 502 BY EDEN HODGES Editor-in-Chief

Georgia Southern saw an increase in COVID-19 cases last week, announcing Monday 502 positive COVID-19 cases in the second week of class, an almost 100-case jump from the previous report. This report approaches GS’ all-time record of COVID-19 cases, having reported 508 cases during the second week of the fall 2020 semester. This is the second week in a row where cases have jumped by nearly 100. On January 14, Bulloch County reached a new record at 172.5 positive COVID-19 cases per 100k each day. Their previous record was a little over 150

a day per 100k in late August of 2021, according to CovidActNow. “Although vaccines remain effective at preventing severe disease, the CDC emphasizes everyone 18 years of age and older should receive a booster dose based on decreasing protection over time and the recent emergence of the Omicron variant,” read GS’ weekly report. “We continue to urge all students, faculty, staff and visitors to get vaccinated either on campus or with a local provider. Additionally, everyone is encouraged to wear a mask or face covering while inside campus facilities.” 87 cases were reported from employees. 406 cases were reported on Statesboro’s campus, 94 on Armstrong’s campus and two on Liberty’s campus.

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Statesboro campus: 406 Armstrong campus: 94 Liberty campus: 2

AT-HOME COVID-19 TESTS: WHERE TO GET THEM, HOW TO TAKE THEM BY ALEX GHOLSTON The George-Anne staff

As cases of COVID-19 and its variants continue to rise in Bulloch County, students and locals alike can use at-home testing kits to skip the line for fast results. These over-the-counter tests are available for purchase online or at Walgreens, CVS, and other pharmacies in Statesboro. They can also be delivered for free from USPS. At-home COVID-19 testing kits allow for a quick turnaround – just fifteen minutes. “Rapid antigen testing can be done at home or inperson. Specialized laboratory equipment is currently needed for PCR or molecular testing,” Georgia Southern’s medical director Dr. Brian Deloach said. “In either case, it is important that the manufacturer’s Page designed by Kayla Hill

instructions for performing the test are followed and that test results are interpreted correctly.”

How accurate are these tests? “If an antigen test is positive, you can feel confident that it is a ‘true positive,” said Dr. Deloach. “However, if the test is negative, there is still a chance that you may have the virus, especially if local transmission rates are high and you have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 and you have symptoms.

In these instances, repeating the test after two days is recommended, which is why most come with two tests in the box.” In an email sent to all students on early January, Dr. Deloach provided information on “convenient, nocost testing options” available on GS’ Statesboro and Armstrong campuses as well as the newly revised CDC guidelines for quarantine periods recommended for individuals who test positive for COVID-19. COVID-19 testing centers in the Forest Drive and Armstrong Center buildings do not require any prior appointment before testing. However, GS students can first register online through the COVID-19 testing link on MyGeorgiaSouthern. For free federal COVID-19 testing kits and more resources on testing centers, visit covidtests.gov.

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OPINIONS

A BRIEF HISTORY OF MLK’S BATTLE FOR VOTING RIGHTS BY JOHN CAESAR Reflector staff

Voting rights is a huge issue in America. It’s the deciding factor between how things are done in this country, from implementing laws, leaders and even the future of the country as a whole. It doesn’t matter where you are on party lines, the right to vote should be respected. No one knew that more than Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a Civil Rights leader, best known for leading the charge in the fight for equality amongst minorities. He led many civil rights marches and was arrested many times for his troubles. Hate calls, death threats, bombings, beatings, King went through it all in the name of fighting for equality through peace and the power of speaking. One of the most important battles he ever fought was the fight over voting rights for African Americans. When the civil war ended, the democrats of the jimcrow era saw it as unfortunate that African Americans would have a say in the political spectrum. This led to some pretty crafty ideas to keep the voting process “pure”. Voting disenfranchisement became the name of the game. This is the act of creating roadblocks or barriers of any kind to discourage or prevent a person or group of people from voting. To help enforce these methods, laws were put in place such as the introduction of literacy tests and poll taxes. These laws knowingly exploited the fact that many African American families would not have access to the money or educational resources needed to participate, due to their slave and impoverished roots. Of course institutions within southern states would also be implemented to help ensure that this tide wouldn’t change so easily. Leaving the Black community to play a game that was rigged against them from the start. In 1965, Martin Luther King Jr. led the charge on this front during his tenure in the Civil Rights Movement directly into Selma. Despite being a pacifist war, the results were pretty bloody with the Klu Klux Klans working double-time to instill intimidation and fear into the hearts of African Americans, to “keep them in line”. Another one of the biggest highlights of the campaign was bloody Sunday, the day State troopers and county lynch mobs used tear gas and billy clubs to brutalize peaceful protests during the Selma march. Page designed by Kayla Hill

The Klu Klux Klan at this time also added fuel to the already increasing wildfire by partaking in actions like the bombing of black children, the castrating of Black men and even the act of ripping a 14-year-old, Black boy’s eye out before shooting him to death. Ironically, these radical actions would backfire. After all, their actions forced the white community to see how awful their prejudices could be if they let them blind them completely. Seeing actions like these every day on the news, while watching a group of people just trying to fight for their right to live, made it hard not to sympathize with the Civil Rights movement. Thus, support for their cause by white people increased substantially. While a lot of work still needed to be done socially, at least the problem was being diagnosed. After over 30,000 arrests, countless deaths, and much struggle, hope was finally achieved. Dr. King’s powerful leadership and the protestors’ tenacity gained the sympathies of President Lyndon B. Johnson, who would sign the Voting Rights Act of 1965, a bill that prevented discrimination against African Americans in the voting booths. Southern states found loopholes around this, or would just flat out ignore the laws altogether. At least the laws gave African Americans a legal stance if they could afford a good lawyer. People often like to think that because segregation on the surface is over, there are no more battles to fight. The truth is that now it just means we can fight these battles together. Politicians trying to suppress voters was not an action that just went away, the practices are still put in place today. Politicians are increasingly attempting the practice of gerrymandering, that allows the manipulation of a voting district to favor the political party in question. If that wasn’t enough, voting laws have been

getting stricter nation-wide around the country to fight the idea of voter fraud. The allegation of voter fraud as a non-issue isn’t made without merit either. A study from the New York University School of law even found that given the tiny incident rate for voter impersonation fraud, it is more likely that an American would be struck by lightning than impersonate another voter at the polls. Yet even with this knowledge, in states like Georgia, voting laws have been increased to make it even harder to vote in fear of “mass voting fraud”. Recently to remedy this, the Freedom To Vote Act has been discussed among the Democratic Party to help make voting easier, turning around the new restrictions put in place last year and even strengthening the Voting Rights Act of 1965. In many ways, this bill is a sequel to one of the many fights MLK died for. We all like to remember MLK for his battle against racism. But that battle was a lot more complex than what we give it credit for. Racism was more than just the struggle between Black and white people. It started as a systemic tool to keep middle and poor class workers in line so the upper class could get rich off cheap labor. The main surface struggle of African Americans becoming equal may have taken way too long to be resolved, but that’s okay. Thanks to leaders like Martin Luther King Jr., black and white communities can be friends with each other. We can go to integrated schools and cry over that ending in Spiderman: No Way Home together. And if we put in the effort, maybe we can finish fighting to secure our voting rights too. Regardless of where you are on the political spectrum, Americans should always fight for the constitutional rights of their fellow neighbors, even if we don’t always agree with each other at the end of the day.

“The end we seek is a society at peace with itself, a society that can live with its conscience. And that will be a day not of the white man, not of the Black man. That will be the day of man as man.” MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.

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What’s it like owning a dog in college Navigating walks and pet rent as a student BY LAUREN SABIA Reflector staff

More and more college students have been taking the plunge into being pet owners by getting their very own dogs while in school. “The best thing I would say about owning a dog is coming home from a long or stressful day at work and being greeted by this bundle of joy waiting for you at your front door,” said Jacob Smith, a senior at Georgia Southern and owner of the golden retriever, Oakley. Small, medium and large dogs alike can be seen trotting around Statesboro and GS at a wide range of housing locations. Most student housing neighborhoods and apartment complexes in the area are pet-friendly to allow for this. Cottage Row, one of the larger student housing complexes for Georgia Southern Eagles, charges $20 a month on top of rent if they want to have a pet. 179 individuals out of the 1,088 that live there have a pet registered under their name. “The concrete floors are amazing for this and I’m lucky because he is super calm in the house,” said junior Dylan Richards when asked about him and his dog Tanji’s experience living at Cottage Row. Most housing locations are also equipped with gated dog parks. However, a large proportion of college students live in apartments with multiple levels in each building. What is it like having a dog then? “Living in an apartment instead of a house has affected my dog’s life because unfortunately I cannot just open my back door and let her out,” junior Ashby Smith said when discussing the difficulties of being a dog owner in an apartment complex. When looking at the psychological elements associated, studies have shown Page designed by Kayla Hill

that dogs, and pets in general, can alleviate stress, anxiety, and depression that many college students experience. Many universities utilize therapy dogs on campus during stressful times, like finals week, but actually owning a dog is very different from just playing with one from time to time. “I definitely feel like having a dog in college can both hinder and help mental health,” said Addie Montroy, a senior Psychology major. “The simple act of petting a dog actually can release oxytocin in your brain, which is a chemical that makes you feel positive and good.” Having a pet in college can relieve stress, but it can also add more with how much time and money raising a dog takes, where the social life of a student can become limited. “Being in college where I have a bunch of time commitments like studying and extracurriculars, as well as wanting to spend time with friends, taking care of a dog gets challenging,” said Montroy. Becoming a pet owner is a life-long commitment that lasts well beyond a semester or two. If students are wanting to become a dog owner, they need to have the space, time and budget to be successful and responsible. “Only get a dog if you know you’ll have time for one,” said Smith. “Dogs need to be on a consistent schedule or else they start acting out.” If you do not have the resources to get a furry friend just yet, there are many other ways to surround yourself with dogs in the area. This can include hanging out at your housing complex’s dog park, volunteering at the local Humane Society, getting involved with the Service Dog Training and Education Program at GS or even fostering a dog through animal shelters.

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So Statesboro Men’s basketball unable to can sell liquor, comeback against Appalachian now what? State BY BRIYANNA THOMPSON

BY VANESSA COUNTRYMAN The George-Anne staff

Statesboro voted yes to liquor in early November, but the stipulations have still not been decided.

Here’s what we do know: It was agreed by Statesboro’s mayor and council, December 21, that there will be only local zoning and there will be distance requirements in order to keep limits on numbers and locations, according to the Statesboro Herald. Statesboro will have to go through the legislative process for the local liquor law, according to Cain Smith, city attorney. Smith could not give a timeframe for when Statesboro might see its first liquor store, however.

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The Georgia Southern men’s basketball team went head-to-head with Appalachian State at Hanner Saturday afternoon, but the team was unable to make the comeback they needed to take home a win. The Eagles struggled in the first half trailing by as many as 11 points, but a 14-4 Eagle run sparked by back-to-back consecutive three-pointers by Gedi Juozapaitis cut the Mountaineer lead to just one. Turnovers were a glaring weakness for the Eagles on Saturday, as Appalachian State scored 21 points off the 17 GS turnovers. “I do like our effort and I do think our team was together today,” said head coach Brian Burg, “We just didn’t play smart, anytime you had 17 turnover it’s hard to come out with a victory.” GS outrebounded the Mountaineers 11-5 on the offensive glass, spurred on by a career high 12 rebounds from Prince Toyambi, who also contributed eight points. The Eagles made 13 of their 23 field goal attempts in the second half and finished the game 14-of-16 from the free-throw line. “The team has to stay together especially during adverse times,” said Burg. “We just have to continue to get better.” The Eagles are scheduled to travel to the Pelican State next week where they will face ULM on Thursday and Louisiana on Saturday. PHOTO COURTESY OF @GSAtheletics_FB/Instagram

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Basic Sex-Ed is Common Knowledge, Right? We asked our fellow students about sex-ed.

BY KAYLAN PEEK Lifestyle Editor

Despite societal progressions, sexual health remains a taboo subject for many. The topic of sexual education is often treated as an afterthought, which does nothing but leave people in the dark about important information. Students were called to put their knowledge to the test with a brief sexual health quiz. Let’s take look at a few responses.

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True or False: Public toilet seats are a common way to contract sexually transmitted diseases and infections. Correct Answer: False

The belief that STIs and STDs can be caught from toilet seats is a popular misconception. Yes, it is possible, but there is a very small chance that Check all the curable STI/STDs: it will happen because these organisms cannot live Correct Answer: Syphilis, Trichomoniasis, Chlamydia, & Gonorrhea. long on hard surfaces. More than half of the participants answered correctly. Good job, fellow students! Luckily, most students were able to correctly identify infections that were curable. While 21.2% honestly admitted that they weren’t sure. It’s a common misconception that herpes is curable, but that is not true. Herpes is treatable, but there currently is no solution to permanently remove herpes.

True or False: Urinating after intercourse will not help prevent infections. Correct Answer: True and False Now, this might have been a little bit of a trick question. The specific type of infection in question was never stated. Peeing after sex is an effective way to flush out bacteria from the urethra and prevent bacterial infections like UTIs. However, it does not prevent the contraction of STIs or pregnancy.

True or False: How many days can sperm live after ejaculation? Correct Answer: Five Days Whew, the response was mixed on this one. Only 21.2% of students answered correctly. Sperm can live for up to five days in the body. This is why morningafter pills like Plan B are still 98% effective up to five days after unprotected sex. Page designed by Maya Albert

True or False: Convincing or shaming someone into having sex is a form of sexual assault. Correct Answer: True 90.9% of students answered correctly. Sexual assault not only includes nonconsensual sexual activity but unwanted sexual activity. If you have to ask repeatedly or berate someone into consent – that counts as assault. The results collected from this quiz show that sexual health knowledge levels are varying. Students are more knowledgeable in some areas than others. And this can be expected as everyone comes from different backgrounds and schooling. Conceivably with more promoted information and less negative stigma around the topic, sexual education will indeed be common for all. To contact the editor, email gaeditor@georgiasouthern.edu

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Sculpt and Slide with Sadia

BY MCKENZIE KERRIGAN The Reflector staff

Some have dreamed of being fit and healthy, becoming an Instagram influencer or meeting your favorite celebrities. Well Georgia Southern now has the chance to meet someone who has done it all, while working out themselves.

Meet Sadia Yansaneh

Sadia, who many may recognize as @Simplytone on Instagram, is someone who has done all of these things. As a celebrity trainer and business coach, she has created her very own brand and workout class, ‘Sculpt and Slide’. Before her journey towards success and fame, she

was a college student at Georgia Southern. So how did she start her own workout brand and become recognized by so many? Sadia started where many of us are right now, in Statesboro. As a student, she held jobs, was a part of teams and took some of the classes you may be taking now. Her campus involvement ranged from track & field to leading Habitat for Humanity’s student organization. After she graduated, she started working towards a goal. Atlanta. Here she opened her first personal training business dedicated to helping people achieve their physical goals. Celebrities began to notice her unique routine and dedication to fitness. When the pandemic struck, Sadia took the opportunity to grow and expand to more than just Atlanta. She expanded her campaign across social media, and now travels to share what she has learned about body sculpting and business coaching.

Take Note

Note-taking and how to achieve what works best for you

BY MCKENZIE KERRIGAN The Reflector staff

Classes are in full swing and the lectures seem to just get longer and longer. With so many classes and so many things to remember, how do you stay organized? While everyone has a different method of note-taking, here are a few to try out if you haven’t found what works best for you.

The Cornell Method

The Cornell Method involves various boxes, segmented away for specific note-taking. This process is best prepared before class. Take your notes as per usual in the biggest column, this is where you will lay your main ideas and points. After all your notes are done, reread them, grouping and marking titles or comments on the other column. Once completed, Page designed by Kayla Hill

allow yourself to write a summary or save it as a mini activity when reviewing.

The Outline Method

Begin with your main topic or title as a header. This will allow you to differentiate what notes are what when you need to review later on. After you’ve written your title, simply write down any notes that may belong under. Repeat this process with each new topic.

The Sentence Method

Essays or paragraphs can easily get disorganized when taking notes. This method involves breaking down paragraphs into sentences. When taking notes, write down everything in a sentence, but for each new sentence, leave a space between.

The Mapping Method

The mapping method is best for visual learners. Start off with the main topic and then use lines to branch out the idea, similar to a tree. However, this method may be harder for detailed notes. This method most likely will work best when brainstorming or taking quick-point notes.

Color-Coding

Using colors can help you distinguish different starting and ending points of information. When using this method, it is best to use colors that are visually appealing and bright. For this, it is best to use a new color for each segment. This can be applied to any organizational method.

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ADULTING 101 What’s a W-2 and what do I do with it?

BY MCKENZIE KERRIGAN Reflector staff

New year, new classes, and new resolutions aren’t the only thing starting this January. As we approach the new year we also approach tax deadlines. For those unaware, January 31st is the deadline for W-2s. For those that do not know what that means or what to do, follow along in our first segment of Adulting 101.

Covering the Key Terms

Before we jump into filing and processing, let’s cover some key terms that will make understanding the tax process easier. Common terms you may hear are W-2s, filing, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and tax return. To put it simply: W-2s: An IRS form (electronic or paper) sent to you by your employer. It holds all data on your income, benefits, and taxes your employer withheld your previous work year. This form will be used to prepare

for your tax return, and is due January 31st unless the IRS has specified otherwise. Tax Return/ Filing: Another document that’s already been filed by a tax authority, and it will report your income, expenses, and other financial data. This aids in the process of refunds, refunds and scheduled payments that come after your W-2s. IRS: This is the government agency that runs the taxes. For any questions or general information, their website provides you with exemptions, what counts or doesn’t count and general instructions.

How and Where do I get a W-2?

Any person who has worked in 2021, signed an I-9 form and received payment under a payroll will have a W-2. When applying for jobs you give employers a designated, permanent address and email. Usually, W-2s will be sent to your permanent home address or via electronic mail. These should arrive to you by the 31st of January, however, if you or your guardian don’t receive these there may be an issue.

BY KIRSI MULLIS Refelctor staff

A LOOK INSIDE GEORGIA SOUTHERN’S

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Fellowship, a safe space to share your passion and open-mindedness perfectly describe Georgia Southern’s recently-chartered Gospel Choir. While a Gospel Choir has existed before in GS history, it has been disbanded until this year. It was rechartered by Amare McJolly in Fall of 2021. McJolly defines the group’s purpose as to “sing gospel music and sing praises” while also being a “safe space for like-minded people- not just for Black people, but for everybody.” GS’ Gospel Choir embraces Gospel without sheet music, though a pianist may sometimes join sessions. Additionally, the group also prays before singing and they discuss what is going on in their student lives on campus. While the connection between group members is a major priority in this organization, their themes of

The next step is to call your place of employment and ask when they will be sent out, and it is best to double check your sending address to ensure your W-2s arrive at the correct address. This can be done by contacting human resources, a manager, or even an in-person visit can aid in the process.

I Secured my W-2s

Keep in mind copies of your W-2 are sent to all kinds of important tax agencies like the IRS, Social Security, and even your local tax authorities. However, once you or whoever is in charge of your taxes gets your W-2s, you can use the form as an insight to how much you made, and what went towards retirement plans or benefits. After reviewing your forms, and checking for mistakes as well, you can begin organizing and preparing your taxes. But, that’s a lesson for another time.

fellowship also extend to the community. Last semester, the Gospel Choir aided in hosting the Southern Invitational High School Choral Competition and Festival for schools in the surrounding area. The Gospel Choir participated in festivals and activities, with the most notable being the Choir Jam Session, where students were taught gospel songs by word of mouth and encouraged to sing solos. They hope to engage in events, such as a standalone performance this semester or a collaboration with another group’s event or performance. Nothing is set in stone, but the future looks bright for this new organization! Georgia Southern’s Gospel Choir is open to anyone and everyone with a passion for gospel music and fellowship. If you are interested in joining, please contact Amare McJolly at am38835@georgiasouthern. edu.

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