THE GEORGE-ANNE THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2022
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
VOLUME 96 , ISSUE 10
VALENTINE DATE NIGHT SPOTS
Don’t know where to go on Valentine’s Day? We’ve compiled a list of Statesboro’s best date night spots.
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VALENTINE CARDS
Our annual Valentine cards are back! Cut one out and give it to a loved one.
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THE PERFECT SATURDAY IN STATESBORO Check out the recommendations for how to spend your morning, afternoon and night.
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Americans and the holocaust exhibit comes to georgia southern PAGE 9
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CAMPUS LIFE
#PETSBORO Juniper “She has one eye but that doesn’t stop her from being a normal dog. My favorite nickname for her is Piggy girl.” - Owner Gretchen Rasco
King Felix
“He is actually deaf, but you would never know. He is known for his loud high pitched bark and side eye!”
- Owner Blake Mercer
Denali
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Kortney Kennedy and Cooper Massey, sweethearts in their freshman year, met on campus and exchange some loving looks in Sweetheart Circle on February 8.
“He has two different colored eyes. The one on his right is green and his left is blue. He also has a goldfish brain.” - Owner Alex Furman
WANT YOU AND YOUR PET TO BE FEATURED NEXT TIME? BRIANA CORLEE/staff
Victoria, a senior geology major, poses in Statesboro’s only selfie museum, Explore Your Selfie, on February 2.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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OFF CAMPUS HOUSING FAIR
Puzzle Answers Medium Sudoku
Build-a-Boo Feb. 10 | 3 - 6 p.m. Join UPB at the William’s Center to build your own stuffed animal for Valentine’s Day Glow Disc Golf Tournament Feb. 10 | 6:30 - 8 p.m. Located at the RAC
Difficult Sudoku
Puppy Kisses Feb. 14-17 | 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Join STEP for treats and photos with puppies inside Russell Union Wordsearch
Chester
“She’s kinda chunky because her favorite thing In the world is whip cream. She also goes by ‘stinky.’” - Owner Katharina Hendijani
Kibbles
“He has recently discovered FaceTime, but he’s not quite sure how he can hear and see people even though they aren’t actually in the room with him.” - Owner Kamryn Martin
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Georgia Southern held an off-campus housing fair in the student union on February 8, 2022. The housing facilities featured were Market 100, Cambridge at Southern, The Vault, Eighteen 18 at Southern, Cottage Row and The Connection. Student Union Facilities provided free Chik-fil-A for students attending. To contact the editor, email gaeditor@georgiasouthern.edu
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Eagles take down the Ragin’ Cajuns, sweep Louisiana road trip BY DJ CADDEN Sports Editor
It’s definitely probably a topfive win, especially coming in here against a good program on the road.” ELIJAH McCADDEN
Georgia Southern Basketball Player
BY BRIYANNA THOMPSON Sports managing Editor
Two time defending champion Troy Alabama was able to take Georgia Southern late in the game with a six point lead. The Eagles struggled in the first quarter but were eventually able to pick it up and catch up with Troy by half time. “I was pleased to see how we competed with the top team in our conference,” said head coach Anita Howard. GS fought hard during the matchup but Troy was able to overcome the pressure that was put on them by the Eagles. After struggling in the first quarter GS was able to pick it up and trail by only six. The Eagles brought the gem within less than three points multiple times but their 27 turnovers caused Troy to keep a constant lead. “We gave too many free throws, and we turned the ball over a little bit too much to come up with a win against the top team,” said Howard. “It says that we are tough enough to compete. They’re a Page designed by Jalen Austin
The Eagles picked up two much-needed conference wins over the weekend, taking down Louisiana-Monroe, 60-55, before escaping Louisiana, 66-65. Elijah McCadden starred for the Eagles against ULL, racking up a season-high 21 points. His performance was aided by Cam Bryant’s 16 points in his return. Two late free throws by McCadden gave the Eagles a one-point lead that they would not relinquish in the 17 seconds of the half. McCadden scored the last nine points of the game for GS, essentially
tough opponent for anyone.” GS gave up 35 free throws to Troy, but was able to make a well needed comeback tying up with a layup from Taya Gibson. Mya Burns, who recorded 14 points, drained a three-pointer with less than two minutes left and assisted GS in taking their first lead of the game. Troy would go on a 9-2 run giving them a win that would make them 157(6-2 SBC) overall and GS being 11-7 overal and 2-4 SBC. “I think our transition is a little slow,” said Howard. “We did too much celebration after some of our baskets and they were able to kind of quiet the crowd really quick by scoring quickly and so that’s something we got to work on.” Three Eagles recorded triple-doubles, Maya Banks(15 points,13 rebounds), Terren Ward (10 points and 11 rebounds) and Taya Gibson who had (15 Points and 10 rebounds). “Going into the tournament I definitely want to keep up the tempo and keep rebounding and we’ll minimize our turn-overs,” said Howard.
willing them to victory. “I wouldn’t know exactly where to rank it,” McCadden said about the win. “Like you said, we’ve had a lot of wins, especially my freshman and sophomore years. It’s definitely probably a top-five win, especially coming in here against a good program on the road.” The win marks the tenth of the season for the Eagles, who have won backto-back conference games for just the second time during the Brian Burg era. GS now sits at 10-9 (3-5 SBC) on the season, which slots them at No. 9 in the Sun Belt standings.
Eagles suffer in 6-point loss to Troy Alabama
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Are you from App State? Cuz I’ll destroy you at Paulson.
Roses are red, violets are blue, I’d tap you at Kennedy but the mold is an issue.
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Are you Parking ticket? Because you’ve got FINE written all over you
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Looking for somewhere to take RESAURANTSyour special someone? BY LAUREN SABIA Reflector Editor-in-Chief
So you’ve shopped for the flowers, chocolates, anything red and pink in preparation for Valentine’s Day, but have you secured your dinner plans? Although the restaurant variety in Statesboro can sometimes feel limited to either barbecue or wings (which are still great options), there are some diamonds in the ruff that would be perfect for you and your valentine, or just some pals, to spend a fantastic evening over delicious food. Here are five restaurants, varying in price, right around Georgia Southern’s campus to keep in mind when planning your holiday of love.
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5 Beaver House Restaurant ($)Located in a charming white, columned mansion is this family-style, southern restaurant where drinking sweet tea is a must, according to their website. They do take reservations, and recommend making one for holidays like this. 4 Bull and Barrel Steakhouse ($$$)Although a newer establishment in Statesboro, this restaurant has quickly become a beloved, dining place in the community. Because of this, reservations book up fast, so keep that in mind as we quickly approach Feb. 14. They serve beautiful, hand-cut steaks, small plates and an assortment of other menu items.
1 Coconut Thai Cuisine ($$)- This restaurant serves traditional Thai and Asian-American fusion dishes with vegan and gluten-free options, according to their website. They have a special Valentine’s Day menu as well where you can choose your first course, second course, and a dessert. Make your reservations today. 2 Orchid Asian Restaurant ($)- Serving hibachi, sushi, sake and more, this Asian fusion dining spot will provide a romantic experience for your date night. Last Valentine’s Day, they even rolled the pieces of fish into roses. 3 Tandoor and Tap ($$)- A downtown Statesboro favorite, this pick serves authentic, Indian cuisine and a wide selection of cocktails to try. Despite not
usually being open on Mondays, they will be serving Valentine’s Day dinner from 4-9 p.m.. While these restaurant options are on the ‘fancier’ side of what this town has to offer, and are some top picks for date nights, you do not need to feel pressured to break the bank. Sometimes grabbing a Chick-fil-A meal and heading to Sweetheart circle for a picnic with your ‘sweetheart’ is all you need. Have an amazing Valentine’s Day!
Have an amazing Valentine’s Day!
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Holocaust An exhibition covering what this country knew and what more could have been done JOHN CAESAR Reflector staff
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he Henderson Library is hosting an exhibition called “Americans and the Holocaust”, on display from now until March 11, in an effort to further educate the students of Georgia Southern on our country’s connection to one of the darkest moments in world history. The U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum selected Georgia Southern’s library as one of only 50 libraries in the country to host this exhibition. The community opening and reception will be held on February 9 at 5:30 p.m.
We’re very much hoping that students recognize that this exhibition is for them AUTUMN JOHNSON Exhibit Project Lead The primary mission is to elaborate on what Americans knew at the time and what they did not know, as well as their failures to act when the truth irrefutably came to life. In essence, the idea is to look at the Holocaust through the lens of the United States itself. The exhibition itself deals with a variety of sub-topics under the umbrella of what led to holocaust denial. Some of these topics include immigration, information literacy and the consumption of media at the time. Exhibit project lead, Autumn Johnson, says that she hopes that this
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“creates conversation about what has happened in the past and how we can draw parallels to [today]”. This exhibition is located on the second floor of the library for all to see. For students who wish to take part in it, the library is open to accepting volunteers to help facilitate guided tours for those that signed up for them. “We’re very much hoping that students recognize that this exhibition is for them, in most cases facilitated by them, and so we hope they can be involved in any way,” Johnson said.
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The Perfect Saturday in Statesboro BY LAUREN SABIA
Afternoon Adventures
Reflector Editor-in-Chief
Truthfully, Statesboro at this time of the year can sometimes feel like that one scene in “Twilight New Moon” where Bella sits in the same chair looking out the window for months. This has got to end. We are young, fun and need to get out of the house. Look no further, this article is perfect for you if you are looking for ways to spend the perfect Saturday in Statesboro. Grab your significant other, a friend, girl gang or just venture off on your own to explore the town. Check out the recommendations below for how to spend your morning, afternoon and night.
For those that had an earlier breakfast, you may be getting a little hungry. Pick up some delicious to-go food from your favorite restaurant and head to Sweetheart Circle, with a blanket in hand, for a picnic under the oak trees. Some lunch-spot inspiration and popular picks include Bites for burgers, Nonna Picci for pizza, or A-Town for wings. You could even give the brand new Chipotle a whirl. Enjoy your friends’ company or bring a book to read. Either way, listening to the wind blow through the trees and birds chirp (while you avoid the anthills of course) will be the most relaxing way to rest after all the shopping. A free and school-spirited activity to participate in is cheering on the Eagles at the upcoming basketball and baseball games on Saturdays this season. Women’s basketball has a game tomorrow, January 29th. Both men’s and women’s teams have a home game on February 5th. Baseball has a game at J.I. Clements Stadium on February 26th.
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With the cold weather and start of a new semester, some may feel a bit stuck and stressed out. It may feel like there is nothing to do in this little town, at least to the untrained eye.
What better way to kick off your Saturday morning than with a cup of coffee, and a cheap one at that. Daily Grind and Cool Beanz are some great options, both located around Downtown, to get that caffeine buzz going for your eventful day ahead. For some breakfast sandwiches, donuts, pastries, and their infamous sausage rolls, check out Daylight Donuts. Although, if you are having a later start to your day (we’ve all been there), maybe brunch is more up your alley. A top pick would have to be Del Sur, where their chicken and waffle tacos and hash brown bowl are a must. After breakfast, walk around downtown and visit some of the unique shops and venues. The Averitt Center for the Arts, The Flowergirl, Galactic Comics and Games and Stella Clothing Boutique are just a few examples of the many. If you are in the mood to do some antique shopping, check out The Hot Vintage Market, Heirloom and Charlie’s Funky Junk Shop. There really is something for everyone in the ever-expanding Downtown Statesboro. Now that you have shopped til you dropped, and maybe spent a little too much money, it is time to venture back to Georgia Southern’s campus for some budget-friendly activities.
Donate Plasma, Save lives, Make cash BY JOHN CAESAR Reflector Staff
Last year, the Biomat USA center, managed by Grifols, opened its doors for the first time in the city of Statesboro, located in University Plaza. Since then, they have been undergoing an ongoing mission to aid in saving the lives of those in need. A mission that can only be satiated by the well-compensated donation of plasma. That’s right. All it takes to help save a life is the donation of a little part of your blood, called plasma. Plasma is the liquid portion of your blood that contains proteins and antibodies that help keep your body functioning. Unfortunately, some people are born without a sufficient amount
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For dinner, we have even more delicious dining options. Some of our favorite restaurants include Tandoor and Tap, Orchid, Gnat’s Landing and Coconut Thai Cuisine. For some drinks after dinner (21+), head to Eagle Creek Brewery in downtown, where they have a wide range of ales and IPAs to choose from. They have an assortment of card or board games to play like Uno and even Statesboro Monopoly. Also, every once in a while live music will fill your ears as you sip. Another option for after dinner can include bowling, laser tag, arcade game-playing and go-karting at the Clubhouse. Open until 11 p.m. on Saturdays, this is your one-stop-shop for all things fun! Finally, for the perfect, sweet treat to end your perfect Saturday, we recommend Rolling Monkey for some ice cream. You can load up on toppings and enjoy watching the staff roll out ice cream after spelling out your name or adding a smiley face with syrup. Hopefully, you will be able to sleep well after all of the delicious food consumed, despite your pockets being empty from maybe spending a little too much money while shopping.
Orchid is the best restaurant in Statesboro!I love the food, ambiance and staff. I’ve had nothing but good experiences.” Claire Crow
Junior at Georgia Southern
My favorite restaurant is Bites because it is fast, affordable, and has a large menu,” Stephanie Payne
Sophomore at Georgia Southern
Either way, exploring our community and all of the incredible local businesses will leave you with a smile from ear-to-ear, and memories that will last well beyond graduation and moving on from Statesboro.
of this substance, leading to problems that can prove near-fatal if not treated correctly. But thanks to centers like Biomat USA, people from all over town can donate just a small portion of their own plasma to help save a life. You can even be compensated for your time as well. You read that correctly. Biomat USA compensates you for donating your time and plasma to them. Firsttime users get roughly $100 for the first couple of visits, with regular, smaller payments for each donation after. The payment is even given to you on the same day and can immediately be redeemed at the nearest ATM, making this a great method to cover any college expenses or luxuries one might want. Grifols Corporate Affairs Director, Vlasta Haix, explained this as “a way to say thank you and to thank the donor for coming in”. The first visit will probably take you over an hour to complete. The staff at Biomat USA is very thorough, and for good reason. Keeping the donor, as well as the plasma recipient safe is their top priority. They strongly require that you donate within a four-hour window of eating, while also being well hydrated. Your first visit alone will require you to sit through questionnaires and a physical exam before finally being given the chance to donate if approved. Don’t let this intimidate you though. The reasons for being rejected aren’t as harsh as you
may think. Be sure to check with them before writing yourself off of the donation.It’s common to find a lot of people who may be skeptical about donating. In fact, COVID has struck some concerns with potential, would-be donors. Luckily, Haix was more than willing to put some of those fears to rest. For those worried if a lack of plasma can affect your body’s ability to fight off infections and viruses like COVID, it should be noted that the plasma donation process is pretty harmless as long as you have a big meal and plenty to drink beforehand. “We are taking just a small part of your plasma,” explained Haix. “So your body still has all the rest of your plasma, and your body quickly regenerates.” Recovery time for a donation is about one to two days long before you can donate again. This is a lot faster than the 56-day period it takes to donate blood again. That’s because the plasma extraction process only takes out your plasma, and gives back the blood by the end of the process. “There’s nothing we’ve seen that donating plasma will impact your immune system,” said Haix. “Your body will continue to fight, whether it’s COVID, whether it’s your cold and all that.” That’s not to say there aren’t some side effects. There are possibilities of lightheadedness, bruising or fatigue. These are mild symptoms but
they’re also mostly preventable by just following the basic, mandatory guidelines the center holds you to before you can donate. Eating a good meal and staying hydrated is really the bare minimum you have to do to make the process as safe as possible. It should also be noted that there are rarely severe side effects you could succumb to as well. Some include the feeling of numbness, muscle twitching or chills. It can be a scary process, but it’s a process that saves lives. Your life matters too, and the Biomat Center knows and believes this full stop. You can be quickly rejected for donation if they find anything that could put you in danger. For those who do donate, the staff at large is very approachable and very caring to their patients. They are also highly, professionally trained to keep you, as well as any and all of your personal information, safe and secure. While you’re donating, staff will be quick to check in on you, while you’re watching TV or playing on your phone during the process. Donating plasma might not be for everyone, but it can definitely save someone’s life, which is reason enough to participate.
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