November 12, 2019 by The Northern Light

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Senior Emmah Chelimo continues to lead the pack at the NCAA Division 11 West Region Championships on Nov. 9.

UAA Glee Club performs a night of choreographed singing and comedic skits PHOTO BY GABBY VANCE

By Gabby Vance arts1@thenorthernlight.org

UAA’s Glee Club hosted a night of laughter and excitement during their Season 19 Fall Concert on Nov. 1 and 2. The 24-member a cappella group aimed to charm the audience’s hearts and ears with their charismatic performance.‌ The concert was a display of singing and dancing accompanied by skits and costumes. The club performed all 18 pieces on the program with personality and passion that matched the style of song. An all-girls group embodied the sassy persona of Lizzo while singing her iconic song “Truth Hurts.”‌ Another stand-out moment during the concert was the Queen medley, a mashup of famous Queen songs, performed right after intermission. Soloist Amiel Pineda, a bass singer in the club, was fully dressed from glittering head to high heeled toe in Queen-like attire. Pineda was accompanied by background singers, a drum and a guitar. In addition to his stylized outfit, Pineda embodied the charisma and stage presence of Freddie Mercury, lead singer of Queen.‌ The repertoire of songs performed at the concert was pulled from a multitude of genres and mediums. “Essentially, last spring [we were given] a list of songs [by officers], and we have back-up songs [as well],” Patrica Rose said.

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At their Season 19 Fall Concert on Nov. 1 and 2, a quartet from the UAA Glee Club sings “Kiss from a Rose” by Seal, a song from one of the many artists represented at the event.

Rose is the musical director of the Glee Club and a junior music education major at UAA. This is her first year as director of the Glee Club. ‌ “It’s fun seeing what sort of genres [the members] like,” Rose said. “One [member is] really into musical theatre, another is more alternative style [and] normally if I have time, I’ll put a Disney song in there.”‌ Any choreography accompanying the pieces is arranged by art major Lydia Smith, choreographer, artistic director and head of media and marketing for the club.‌ In between songs, a few members of the Glee Club performed comedic skits, told jokes

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or interacted with the audience. Some of the skits included “Harry Potter” references, juggling, banana jokes and satirical comments. ‌ “A lot of [the skits] come from members’ ideas,” Rose said. “It’s basically whatever comes into the minds’ of the Glee Club members.” ‌ A skit the audience found particularly hilarious involved a member dressed up in a banana suit crying while the song “In the Arms of an Angel” played in the background. He explained to the crowd that in a previous skit, his mother was eaten by a cast member. He implored the audience to help put an end to the cruel treatment of his banana

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brethren. ‌ The Glee Club spent many weeks of the semester preparing for their fall concert. During one of the weeks leading up to the concert, Glee Club alumni gave feedback on their prepared transitions and performances.‌ After the concert, the Glee Club’s faculty adviser Mari Hahn, a professor in the department of music, helps to give them feedback and constructive criticism.‌ “I thought the groups were really good, and there’s a lot of potential for them to grow,” Hahn said. “I felt that the comradery already was very good, there’s a real sense of community among them.” ‌

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The Glee Club provides an outlet for students of all majors to explore a musical style that is often not taught in a classroom setting. Hahn said the club members are able to make music together and grow as individuals through the experience. She is confident that Rose will “leave her stamp” as a director and continue to help the Glee Club grow.‌ “She is an excellent singer, one of our most talented,” Hahn said. “She’s really good at working with people, so I think she’s really an excellent choice to be leading the group.”‌ Since this was Rose’s first year as director, she utilized the sense of community within the club to ensure a successful performance. Austin Rochon, the previous Glee Club director, provided his expertise as well as performed in the concert as a guitarist. Rose said Rochon was a huge help during the rehearsal process.‌ “I wouldn’t have been able to put it together if it wasn’t for my members, my officers [or] past Glee members,” Rose said. “It became a success because there were so many people willing to help and one of the biggest things that the past director has told me is ‘don’t be afraid to ask for help.’” ‌ For more information on the UAA Glee Club and notifications for their upcoming events, visit The Glee Club at UAA on Facebook. To check out their Fall Concert, watch their video at Glee at UAA on YouTube.‌

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NWCCU responds: UA accreditation concerns resolved

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By Mary Ryan content@thenorthernlight.org

After the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities’, or NWCCU’s, previous accreditation concerns, the accreditation agency reaffirmed that UA is on the right path.‌ The UA Board of Regents met on Oct. 28 to finalize a response to the NWCCU’s letter. This letter, received on Sept. 26, brought up concerns that the University of Alaska was not meeting two accreditation standards related to decision-making procedures. ‌

Board of Regents Chair John Davies, UA President Jim Johnsen and Chancellors Rick Caulfield, Cathy Sandeen and Dan White of UAS, UAA and UAF, respectively, wrote a joint-response letter to the NWCCU. The UA officials sent this ad hoc report electronically on Oct. 30. The three chancellors also included individual letters. ‌ The joint response reassured the NWCCU that UA’s government structure is functioning properly and outlined roles and guiding principles for the university to follow going forward, manager of communications and marketing of UA’s Office of Pub-

lic Affairs Monique Musick said in a press release on Oct. 28.‌ The response also expressed to the NWCCU that the UA Board of Regents, president and chancellors share its concerns.‌ “We have been and will continue working closely with NWCCU, are following up with the commission and holding an emergency meeting of the board to ensure that we are working together effectively and inclusively, with a clear understanding of our respective roles and responsibilities,” the UA Office of Public Affairs said on the UA News Center webpage. ‌ The UA officials agreed

to dedicate more time to gathering feedback from chancellors, faculty, students and staff on deciding how to consolidate administration and academia to reduce spending.‌ “That input is being received through extensive public process, a recently completed survey and faculty, staff, student and community participation in a series of expedited academic program and unit reviews,” the UA Office of Public Affairs said.‌ The NWCCU acknowledged UA’s responsorial letter with a positive letter on Nov. 1. The commission stated that it was satisfied that UA is meeting accreditation requirements.‌ “It is clear that the Board of Regents, system office and institutions are moving forward collectively to clarify the roles and responsibilities throughout the system,” NWCCU President Sonny Ramaswamy said in the letter. “You are also creating opportunities for inclusive dialogue regarding the future structure of the University of Alaska system as you develop a path forward to solve the

UPD report: Oct. 28-Nov. 3 Oct. 28: • Disorderly conduct and trespass warning issued in the UAA/APU Consortium Library. • Disorderly conduct, public intoxication and trespass warning issued in the UAA/APU Consortium Library. • Suspicious person and trespass warning issued in the Birch Parking Lot.

Oct. 29: • Disorderly conduct and trespass warning issued in the Social Sciences Building. Oct. 30: • Traffic offense on UAA Drive. • Suspicious activity in the Health Sciences Building. • Traffic accident on Providence Drive and Alumni

“We got a positive message from NWCCU,” UAA Chancellor Cathy Sandeen said in a video on Nov. 5. ‌ funding and enrollment challenges that threaten the state’s institutions of higher learning.”‌ While UA is on the right path, there is still work to be done.‌ The Board of Regents voted on asking individual departments to conduct expedited program reviews on Oct. 7, rather than having statewide expedited reviews. UAA is reviewing all academic programs and the other universities are reviewing select programs.‌ This is a multi-step process that will continue until April 2020, Sandeen said.‌ “First, we’re collecting data, and these program review documents are being prepared,” Sandeen said. ‌ Johnsen and the chancellors will report to the Board of Regents in November with feedback re-

sults, unless more time is needed, according to the UA Office of Public Affairs.‌ “Eventually, our campus will make decisions, the colleges will make recommendations and we will make recommendations to the Board of Regents, who will make the final determination,” Sandeen said.‌ The Board of Regents, president and chancellors plan to keep UA community members and stakeholders in the loop regarding UA decision-making.‌ “We have to continue to do the work to clarify roles between the presidents and the chancellors, and we need to do a better job of having an inclusive process around major changes that affect the whole university, and we are on the right path,” Sandeen said.‌

Loop. Nov. 1: • Criminal trespass in the University Center. Nov. 2: • Medical emergency and injury in the Engineering Temporary Building #2. Nov. 3: • Theft and trespass warning issued in the Student Union. All information is provided by the University of Alaska Anchorage Police Department.

Winter is coming and so is Seasonal Affective Disorder

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By Christina Swayney features2@thenorthernlight.org

As the daylight dwindles each day and winter approaches in Alaska,

some residents begin to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD. ‌ SAD can appear as early as in the fall with symptoms such as trouble

getting out of bed, craving carbohydrates and low energy. SAD is a form of seasonal depression, according to The Mayo Clinic. ‌ Other common symptoms of SAD range from mild to severe, include feeling depressed daily, losing interest in normally-enjoyable activities, low energy, inconsistent sleep, weight changes, irritability, general fatigue, trouble concentrating, feelings of hopelessness or guilt and even thoughts of suicide. ‌ The National Health Service in the United Kingdom, a location known for its gloomy weather, says the ultimate cause of SAD is unknown, but some factors are suspected. Reduced levels in sunlight may disrupt a

person’s circadian rhythm, which is the internal clock in the body that regulates sleep and wakefulness. The human body detects sunlight and is told biologically to either be alert or rest. The increased darkness in colder months can throw off this natural cycle and result in SAD.‌ Maria Arroyo is originally from Los Angeles but moved to Anchorage with her family a few years ago for work opportunities. She works three jobs at Ravn Air, The Westmark and UPS. She says it is a lot harder to get out of bed and go to work when the weather gets less sunny.‌ “It’s hard to get up when the sun is not even out. It’s like I feel exhausted all the time. The gray weather just makes you

want to not do anything,” Arroyo said.‌ Despite its many symptoms, however, there are several ways to combat the effects of SAD.‌ Lack of sunlight can be treated with lightboxes, or happy lights, that simulate daylight in cells in the retina that connect to the hypothalamus in the brain, which regulates circadian rhythm. This is called light therapy. It usually consists of 30 minutes in front of lightboxes, which have a light intensity that is 100 times greater than commonly used indoor lighting. The Mayo Clinic directs users not to look at the light directly and bask in it while doing daily activities, such as reading a book or having breakfast.‌ An alternative to lightboxes is a dawn simulator,

which increases the light of a bedside lamp gradually, simulating the natural sunlight of dawn. The treatment is completed by the time waking occurs. ‌ Susan Whitefeather is the director of counseling at the UAA Student Health and Counseling Center. She says light therapy can still be useful for students on a limited budget.‌ “Circadian rhythm is natural to humans and can be hard to regulate for Alaskans. One way to help with that is using daylight bulbs with a Kelvin rating of 65,” Whitefeather said.‌ She advises students to put the daylight bulbs throughout their home and

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Blizzard announces World of Warcraft: Shadowlands, Overwatch 2, Diablo IV and more at BlizzCon 2019

item rarity called mythic, which the player can only equip one of.‌ Three of five classes of champions have been revealed. Players can choose to wreak havoc as a barbarian — a brutal weapon expert, a spell-casting sorceress or a shapeshifting druid who can control the elements. ‌ Diablo IV is currently in development with no official release date.‌

By John Novotny arts@thenorthernlight.org

What is BlizzCon?‌ BlizzCon is an annual convention that celebrates Blizzard Entertainment’s games and community. Blizzard game series include World of Warcraft, Overwatch and Diablo. It’s a community-focused event that allows gamers to meet up with their friends and clanmates. Blizzard Entertainment also reveals their highly-anticipated new games and updates at the convention.‌ BlizzCon 2019 was held at the Anaheim Convention Center in California from Nov. 1-2. Virtual tickets to watch replays of all the video game reveals, panels and esports tournaments are available to purchase for $49.99 on the Battle.net website. ‌ Here’s a breakdown of the major announcements from this year’s convention: ‌ World of Warcraft: Shadowlands‌ World of Warcraft, the massively-multiplayer, online roleplaying game is getting a new expansion called Shadowlands. It begins after Sylvanas Windrunner, former Warchief of the Horde, destroys the Lich King’s crown. Its destruction rips a hole in the barrier between the living and the afterlife. ‌ Players must explore the five zones of the Shadowlands, “the resting place for every mortal soul — virtuous or vile — that has ever lived,” the World of Warcraft website said. ‌ Players can choose between four covenants, sects with their own agendas, to join and gain access to their unique sanctum, quests, abilities, mount and visual appearance. ‌ Torghast, Tower of the Damned, is an infinite dun-

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Fans cheer at BlizzCon 2019 on Nov. 1-2 at the Anaheim Convention Center in California.

geon. Torghast’s layout is everchanging, so every run is different. Players have an increasing chance of receiving materials to craft legendary weapons and armor the farther they make it into the dungeon. ‌ There is also revamped leveling in World of Warcraft: Shadowlands, meaning that the max level in Shadowlands is reduced to 60 instead of 120. From levels 1-10, new player characters will complete an introductory questline showing them the ropes of World of Warcraft. From levels 10-50, players can choose to complete quests in any previous expansion zones. In levels 5060, players can enter the Shadowlands. ‌ World of Warcraft: Shadowlands is set to release in 2020. ‌ Overwatch 2‌ Overwatch 2 is a first-person, hero shooter that appears to be more of an update than a brand new game. It has a new look, co-op missions, a new mode and new heroes. Overwatch 2 takes place after the Overwatch team

Winter is coming: Continued from Page 2 light them for at least 30 minutes a day to simulate daylight. The bulbs are not as expensive as lightboxes or dawn simulators and can be purchased at local stores. Whitefeather says that going outside when there is sunlight, even overcast, as much as possible is also beneficial.‌ Whitefeather also stresses the importance of getting enough vitamin D

during months with less sunlight. Another way to combat SAD is by taking vitamin D supplements, which help make up for the natural absorption of vitamin D from the sun. Supplements are widely available online or at local stores like Target and Fred Meyer. Certain foods such as salmon, milk, eggs, mushrooms and fortified orange juice are also a good source of vitamin D.‌ “[Vitamin D] is really, really important to not just prevent Seasonal Affective Disorder, but is also a

is recalled by their leader, Winston, an intelligent, geneticallyengineered gorilla.‌ The new, replayable fourplayer co-op missions will feature more story elements and have upgradeable abilities for the heroes. For example, players can unlock an ability for the British, fast-talking, time-manipulating hero Tracer’s pulse bomb that causes secondary explosions to enemies damaged by the initial blast. ‌ The new player versus player mode is called Push. It’s a tug of war where teams fight to take control of a large robot and escort it to the opposing team’s base. The team that pushes the robot the furthest toward the enemy base wins. ‌ Overwatch players are able to play with Overwatch 2 players on the same maps and have access to the same heroes. Everything players unlocked in Overwatch will carry over to Overwatch 2, including skins, player icons, sprays and emotes.‌ The release date for Overwatch 2 is yet to be announced.‌

nutrient that is necessary for all systems of the body to function properly,” Whitefeather said.‌ Whitefeather recommends students get tested for vitamin D levels at the UAA Student Health Center.‌ Exercise can also help decrease symptoms of SAD by increasing serotonin levels naturally. For dreary winter days, the indoor Seawolf Sports Complex provides exercise facilities, including an ice rink, two gyms, a basketball court and a pool.‌ The severity of Seasonal Affective Disorder depends on the person and

Diablo IV‌ The role-playing hack-andslash game Diablo IV is set after a dark ritual has summoned Lilith after eons in exile. Lilith is a demon who “awakens burning urges in the hearts of those around her… profound fears, unchecked rage, repressed impulses, sinful desires — all are brought forth violently and irresistibly,” the Diablo page on Blizzard’s website said. ‌ Diablo IV features the dark and gloomy art style of Diablo II. Players will return to the world of Sanctuary and explore new areas such as Scosglen, a dense, foggy forest where those who enter never return and the Dry Steppes, salt flats home to cannibalistic blood mages, rugged barbarians and ruthless mercenaries. ‌ New features in the game include a shared world, meaning that players will see other players in the world, according to Tyler Wilde at PCGamer, mounts which allow players to cover large distances and a new

sometimes therapy with a professional is needed. UAA resources for help with combating SAD can be found at the UAA Student Health and Counseling Center located in Rasmussen Hall. Its fall and spring hours are MondayWednesday 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Thursday 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2-6 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. If thoughts of suicide are a concern, reach out to the National Suicide Lifeline at 1-800273-8255. ‌

Hearthstone: Descent of Dragons and Hearthstone: Battlegrounds‌ Descent of Dragons is a new dragon-based expansion for the collectible card game Hearthstone. ‌ “Galakrong, father of all dragonkind, has awoken… and he hungers! As the brave heroes of the League of Explorers clash with the villainous League of E.V.I.L. in the skies above, which side will you choose in this epic conclusion to the yearlong story?” the Hearthstone website said. ‌ The trailer for Descent of Dragons and all other Hearthstone expansions tell their stories through song. The trailer for the Saviors of Uldum expansion features a parody of Bonnie Tyler’s “Holding Out For A Hero.”‌ There are five different versions of Galakrond, which the five members of the League of E.V.I.L. can summon. Cards with the new keyword “invoke” will trigger Galakrond’s hero power and empower him. ‌ Descent of Dragons releases on Dec. 10. ‌ Battlegrounds is a new autobattling mode similar to Dota Auto Chess and Teamfight Tactics. It’s an eight-player mode where players create a board of minions and duel other players until only one is left standing. ‌ Battlegrounds will enter an open beta testing phase on Nov. 12. ‌

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Emmah Chelimo becomes West Region champion two years in a row By Lauren Cuddihy sports@thenorthernlight.org

The Seawolf cross-country teams traveled to Monmouth, Oregon on Nov. 9 to compete in the NCAA Division II West Region Championships. Seven men and nine women from UAA represented the university in the 28-team meet. The women, in a field of 186 runners, completed a 6,000-meter race while the men ran against 185 competitors in a 10,000-meter race.‌ Senior Emmah Chelimo finished at the front of the women’s pack, repeating her status as the West Region Champion. With a 27-second gap between her and the second-place finisher, Chelimo was far ahead of any other competitors.‌ Chelimo also improved her 2018 time by just over 30 seconds.‌ In the pack trailing Chelimo, junior Nancy Jeptoo finished just 31 seconds behind Cheli-

mo, earning herself an overall fourth-place finish.‌ Jeptoo finished the race in second place in 2018. However, in 2018, she finished with a time of 21:08 in comparison to her most recent time of 20:53, improving by 15 seconds.‌ Both Chelimo and Jeptoo qualified for the NCAA Division II National Championships on Dec. 23.‌ In addition to Chelimo and Jeptoo, three other Seawolves finished in the top 100 for the women’s race.‌ Joan Kipsanai finished 30th with a time of 21:36, Ruth Cvancara placed 49th, finishing in 22:01 and Yvonne Jeschke completed the trio with a 68th place finish in 22:12.‌ Following them were two other Seawolves. Alfin Nyamasyo placed 149th with a time of 23:45, followed by Maria Aceves Espinoza at 167th (24:34).‌ Overall, the women’s team placed fourth out of a total of 127 teams. The Seawolves ac-

“Very proud of how this team really trained their hearts out this season, especially with all the issues we faced this summer. They brought the best versions of themselves today,” assistant cross-country coach Michael Friess said.‌

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Senior Emmah Chelimo finished first at the NCAA Division II West Region Championships in Oregon on Nov. 9.

cumulated 146 points, with Cal State East Bay (third, 142 points), Northwest Nazarene (second, 134 points) and Chico State (first, 75 points) ahead of them.‌ Assistant cross-country coach Michael Friess was satisfied with the women’s results.‌ “Our women ran well today. Emmah [Chelimo] looked dominating today. Ruth [Cvancara] and Yvonne [Jeschke] ran much better today. While we finished fourth, we have a strong chance of an at-large bid. Very proud of how this team really trained their hearts out this season, especially with all the issues we faced this summer. They brought the best versions of themselves today,” Friess said.‌ As for the men’s team, two

Seawolves placed in the top-ten, while five of the seven runners placed in the top-100.‌ Junior Felix Kemboi was the top finisher for the Seawolves, placing eighth with a time of 30:11 in the 10-kilometer race. Just behind him, at ninth, was junior Wesely Kirui, finishing two seconds after Kemboi at 30:13.‌ Sophomores Faisal Ibrahim (31:36) and Jacob Moos (31:47), as well as senior Eduardo Orozco (31:47), finished off the team’s top-100 scoring, with 60th, 69th and 70th place finishes, respectively.‌ Junior Nikson Koech trailed in at 126th with a time of 32:48 with freshman Skyler McIntyre (33:36) finishing behind him at 157th.‌

Overall, the men’s team finished eighth out of 28 teams. With a score of 216, they were significantly behind the topthree teams: Chico State (first, 43 points), Cal Poly Ponoma (second, 115 points) and Cal State San Marcos (third, 121 points).‌ The Seawolves’ future for the 2019 cross-country season will be determined by the NCAA atlarge selections announced later this week. An at-large selection will allow the entire team to compete in the NCAA National Championships in addition to the individual qualifiers, Chelimo and Jeptoo.‌ The selections are scheduled to be announced Nov. 11 with the NCAA Division II Championships taking place on Dec. 23.‌

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What makes a good video game award show? By John Novotny arts@thenorthernlight.org

Geoff Keighley’s annual “The Game Awards” returns next month, so I think it’s the perfect time to examine what makes a good awards show. For game award shows to grow, it’s always useful to examine what could be done to improve them and what they should look like in 2019.‌ Award shows are meant to celebrate the people who make great things. Video game award shows aren’t an exception. However, sometimes award shows can lose their way and the producers forget that original purpose. A show could have numerous problems, such as being too long, not explaining why the person or creation won or including a deluge of sponsored messages. So what makes a good award show?‌ Focusing on the people who made the video game is certainly the most important aspect. Without

recognizing the incredible talent of the artists, what’s the point? The awards would just be meaningless. Hearing from these people is also a great opportunity for the audience to learn more about the developers who create their favorite games. I want to know what winning or being nominated means to them because it’s a huge deal to be recognized on such a high level. ‌ So why then would an award show feature reveal trailers for new games? I love the trailers as much as the next person, however, it distracts from the awards. Instead of celebrating the artistic achievements of the current year, the audience is too busy looking forward to the next big game, not to mention that there’s often an intrusive and distracting timer in the corner of the screen counting down until the next trailer.‌ Especially in 2019, publishers and developers don’t really need a centralized place or event to announce their games. They

could easily fire up a live stream on Twitch and announce it themselves. If a company is set on announcing it at a big event, there are plenty of conventions scattered throughout the year that they could take advantage of, such as E3, PAX and Gamescom.‌ Having an excess of sponsored messages results in the same issue. It steals the spotlight from the people and games. I don’t want to learn how Geico could save me 15% or more when I’m trying to listen to industry professionals talk about why they love what they do. ‌ It’s also critical to have transparency in the decision-making process. The audience should know why the game or person won, how the winner was chosen and who decided it or they should win. Without the reasoning, the audience just has to assume it was based on popularity, which may be taken into account but certainly isn’t the deciding factor in the decision. ‌ There’s also the mat-

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The Game Awards began in 2014 at The AXIS auditorium in Las Vegas.

ter of who chose the winner. Was it by audience vote or by a select group of judges? Were the judges from the media side of the games industry or was the group mostly made up of developers? Did the judges use a voting system where they selected their choices for each category or was there some verbal debate? These are all questions that should be communicated before the show even starts. Transparency is crucial to es-

tablishing trust with the audience and legitimizing the awards.‌ The unexpected moments of genuine emotion are what attracts me to these shows. Whether it’s a heartfelt eulogy for an industry icon such as Reggie Fils Aime’s, former Nintendo of America spokesperson, speech about Satoru Iwata, former CEO of Nintendo, or a completely unscripted off-the-rails outburst such as Josef Fares’, creator of

A Tale of Two Sons, Oscar rant (vulgar language warning).‌ Video game award shows are a good way to take stock of what’s happened in the industry over the year and look forward to where the industry is heading. ‌ The Game Awards 2019 will take place at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles and streamed live on Twitch and YouTube on Dec. 12.‌

Get off the couch! Not sure what to do this weekend? Here’s a list of events both on campus and around town that are sure to get you off the couch. By Caleigh Jensen & Jason Herr editor@thenorthernlight.org layout@thenorthernlight.org

On-campus:‌ Fall Career Fair What: Looking for a job or internship? Connect with community employers seeking to hire UAA talent for full-time, parttime and internship opportunities. Check in at the fair for an opportunity to win a professional head-shot session. Hosted by UAA Career Exploration & Services. When: Nov. 13 from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Where: UAA Student Union Cost: Free. Parking enforcement by UAA Parking Services still applies.‌ Building Your Brand What: A brand is more than just a really cool logo or a catchy slogan. Your brand is what people know about you. So, how do you build a successful brand identity and then communicate it to your audience? This event is presented by

Mariah DeJesus-Remaklus, social media specialist for University Advancement, in support of November’s National Career Development Month. When: Nov. 13 at noon. Where: UAA Student Union Room 103 — Lyla Richards Conference Room. Cost: Free. Parking enforcement by UAA Parking Services still applies.‌

UAA music majors as they practice for a live audience. Genres range from opera to jazz. When: Nov. 15 from 3-5 p.m. Where: UAA Recital Hall (Fine Arts Building, room 150) Cost: Free admission and free parking in the Fine Arts Building parking lot.‌

Compass Workshop: eWolf ePortfolio What: A workshop hosted by New Student Orientation’s Compass Program to educate UAA students about presentation mediums to showcase their skills and talents. When: Nov. 14 from 1:452:30 p.m. Where: UAA Student Union Room 103 — Lyla Richards Conference Room. Cost: Free. Parking enforcement by UAA Parking Services still applies.‌

Hockey What: Seawolves vs. Bowling Green. When: Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 16 at 5 p.m. Where: Seawolf Sports Complex Cost: UAA students taking six or more credits on the Anchorage campus can attend all regularseason games for free with the presentation of a valid Wolfcard. Capacity at the Seawolf Sports Complex ice rink is limited, so be sure to arrive early.‌

Student Recitals What: UAA students can show their support for

Seawolf athletics:‌

Off-campus:‌ Whose Live Anyway? What: This improvisa-

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tion troupe plays off of the show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” They encourage audience participation and often ask for onstage volunteers. All ages are welcome, but the show will contain some mild language. When: Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Atwood Concert Hall (621 W. Seventh Ave.) Cost: $44-$88.50 depending on the location of the seat. Tickets are available for purchase on centertix. com. Parking is free.‌

Gatsby Charity Ball What: Enjoy a beer and wine garden local food from Pikiniki Food Truck, live music from DJ Last Rocketeer and a professional photographer to celebrate the new 20s. The ball’s dress code is formal, and 20s-themed outfits are highly encouraged. This is an 18 and over event, so be sure to bring a valid ID. When: Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. Where: Viking Hall (8141 Briarwood St.) Cost: $30 for one, $50 for two and $65 for the VIP package. Tickets are

available for purchase on brownpapertickets.com. ‌ Little Fish Workshop Maker’s Market What: Shop for local and handmade products from over 50 vendors spread across two floors. There will also be food trucks available for lunch purchases. When: Nov. 16 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Atwood Center on the APU campus (4455 University Drive) Cost: Free admission, parking and coffee.‌

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