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Racist photo prompts students to confront hate speech

By NATHAN ZISK Copy Editor N.Zisk@iup.edu

A racially motivated photo circulated around IUP through social media channels for the second time in less than two years, prompting students and administration to once again condemn hate speech.

On Sept. 4, Garrett J. Baerg (senior, marketing) sent a Snapchat depicting a burned grilled cheese sandwich with the caption “How do you like your grilled cheese?

The same as my slaves.”

Baerg is listed as community (Twitter) outreach chair for IUP’s Student After the Sept. 4 incident, members of the IUP NAACP went to Twitter with their thoughts.

Marketing Association in the Complex (KCAC), just two days morning in Sutton Hall to pitch the Eberly College of Business and after the Snapchat appeared, to idea for the resolution seminar.

Information Technology, but he respond to concerns.

He said IUP Multicultural Student said he stepped down from the The seminar started as an idea Leadership and Engagement position after being asked to do

by Charles “Chuck” Wilson-Ad(MCLSE) Director Theodore Turner so by the executive board of the ams (senior, communications mewas able to secure a room in the association. dia).

Wilson-Adams said he found KCAC to host the resolution semiBaerg said the photo was nar, according to Wilson-Adams, meant for a small group of friends, out about the Snapchat through but that Baerg emailed him to say but that he accidentally sent it to a Twitter and decided to reach out to Baerg through Twitter, he could not make it the morning Snapchat Geofence, which made Facebook and email. He said he of the seminar. the image available to friends of wanted to find out what prompted “Garrett emailed me that friends. Baerg said he deleted the Baerg to send the Snapchat. morning and said he didn’t feel picture within three hours of post“The area where I’m from, stuff comfortable talking at the semiing it because he didn’t want the like this happens often,” Wilsonnar, which I understand,” Wilsonimage to spread.

Adams said in a Sept.

13 interview Adams said. “But I feel like, if it “[The photo] was distasteful. in IUP’s Stapleton Library.

“I was were really for a greater cause, he I’m sure I’ve heard much worse, upset, but I wasn’t angry. I wanted should have stayed and talked.” but now people have someone to to find out why he thought it was Baerg said he went home attach it to,” Baerg said in a Sept.

OK to say this.” during the seminar because he 12 interview in his Indiana apartBaerg responded to Wilson-Ad- didn’t want to be involved with the ment. “Social media is an interestams’ messages, which led to the incident anymore. ing place.” two meeting at Baerg’s Indiana “I was home during the semiBaerg said he apologized to apartment the night of Sept. 4. nar,” Baerg said. “I didn’t want to people through social media and “I met with him in his living associate my face with [the photo]. felt remorse for what he did. room that exact I didn’t want something stupid I “Every now night I found out did to affect my IUP career.” and then someFOR SOMEONE TO JOKE about it,” WilsonBaerg emailed an apology letone would ABOUT SOMETHING LIKE Adams said. ter to Pablo B. Mendoza, assistant message me on THAT, IT’S LIKE A SLAP IN Wilson-Adams to the president for social equity, Facebook, and I said he and Baerg to be read to an audience of THE FACE would apologize decided that it nearly 400 people in his stead. to them directly,” –ALAURA JOHNSON would be a good Aside from reading the apolBaerg said. “I feel (SOPHOMORE, CRIMINOLOGY) idea for Baerg ogy letter, Mendoza acted as a bad for the peoto make a public panel member for the seminar ple I hurt directly. My aunt is from apology. along with Turner, Student Affairs Nigeria – I can’t even imagine – If Wilson-Adams came up with Division Associate Vice President she heard what I said she would the resolution seminar, which was Kathleen R. Linder and College of smack me upside the head.” originally supposed to take place Humanities and Social Sciences A “resolution seminar” was in the Oak Grove.

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redirected to Michelle Fryling, IUP executive director of communications and media relations, who said they were not available for comment until Wednesday.

Although Baerg did not show up to the seminar, Mendoza said he handled it better than the person who sent the other racist Snapchat nearly two years ago.

“One fundamental difference between the two incidents is that Garrett Baerg apologized immediately after,” Mendoza said in a Sept. 13 interview in his Sutton Hall office. “In my 30 years of dealing with racist, sexist, homophobic and vandalistic hate speech, this is the first instance where the student apologized immediately.

He truly showed remorse.”

(Twitter) This snapchat circulated social media the week following Sept. 4.

But some students and administration expressed different views on how Baerg handled the situation.

“I don’t believe that the apology had the impact that was intended,” said Donovan Daniel, assistant director of undergraduate admissions for multicultural recruitment, in a Sept. 14 interview in Stouffer Hall. “I think it did more to patronize and lecture students. It rang insincere.”

Alaura Johnson (sophomore, criminology), the president of IUP’s NAACP chapter, said she had similar feelings.

“It would have been more sincere if he showed up himself,”

Johnson said in a Sept. 14 interview in Stouffer Hall. “But there’s nothing he really could have done or said to make people feel better.

“With everything going on with DACA and transgender people being banned from the military – for someone to joke about something like that, it’s like a slap in the face. There’s nothing he can do to take back that hurt.”

A collective letter of support was sent to IUP students in response to the seminar. The letter began with “racism and hate have no place at IUP,” and was signed by about 200 IUP professors and administrative staff members.

IUP President Michael A. Driscoll also sent out an email addressing the Snapchat and seminar.

“As each of us became aware of the racist Snapchat photo that an IUP student issued over Labor Day Weekend, we rightfully felt pain, anger, regret and sadness,” Driscoll said in a Sept. 11 email to IUP students. “On Wednesday, Sept. 6, these students, assisted by university staff members, held an open resolution seminar. I am proud of the students who are leading us forward, and I call on each of you to work with them. It’s the IUP Way.” A group of representatives for approximately 20 student-run organizations met Sept. 14 in Stouffer Hall to discuss the Snapchat, the resolution seminar and how organizations can work together to stop an incident like this from happening again. WilsonAdams orchestrated the event.

“We want to start mandatory diversity classes and ban hate speech on campus,” Wilson-Adams said. “As far as the situation with Garrett goes, that’s over and done with. What we’re trying to do is prevent it from happening in the future.”

The organizations plan to hold a joint meeting again for a program they are calling “The Next Step,” during which they will discuss the First Amendment, IUP’s civility statement, why it’s difficult to put a hate-speech policy in place and more at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday in Sprowls Hall.

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Police Blotter Theft • Jeremiah Depass, 29, of Staten Island, N.Y., was found to be in a confrontation with security and was taken into custody and charged with disorderly conduct, harassment, retail theft and criminal mischief at 11:55 p.m. Sept. 9 in the 600 block of Philadelphia Street, according to Indiana Borough Police Department.

Drug violations • Isaiah Niedermyer, 18, of Spring Mills, was charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia at 8:53 p.m.

Sept. 14 in the 800 block of Wayne Avenue, according to borough police.

• Dylan Rodgers, 22, of Altoona, was charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia at 10:23 p.m.

Sept. 14 in the 600 block of Grant Street, according to borough police.

• Malik John Meterko, 21, of Indiana, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and public drunkenness at 12:51 a.m. Sept. 17 in the 300 block of Philadelphia Street, according to borough police.

Public Indecency • Jesse Lipschutz, 21, of Glenside, was reportedly urinating in the view of the public and was charged in a non-traffic citation with violating the borough code at 12:33 a.m. Sept.

16 in the 400 block of Philadelphia Street, according to borough police.

Criminal Mischief • A residence had the front door forced open and damaged sometime between 4 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. Sept. 15 in the 500 block of Gompers Avenue, according to borough police.

Anyone with information about the incident should contact borough police at 724-349-2121.

Trespassing • A male described as Middle Eastern with a beard, short black hair, wearing a gray or black hoodie and dark gray sweatpants, was observed trespassing inside a residence at approximately 8 p.m. Sept. 12 in the 700 block of South Street, according to borough police. Anyone with information about the incident should contact borough police.

Assault • William Oplinger, 22, of New Kensington, was charged with terroristic threats, simple assault, public drunkenness, harassment, criminal mischief and disorderly conduct at 3:35 p.m. Sept. 12 on the second floor of the Humanities and Social Sciences Building, according to IUP University Police.

Alcohol violations • Thomas Wagner, 20, of McDonald, was cited with underage drinking and open container at 12:52 a.m. Sept. 16 in the Hadley Union Building (HUB) parking lot, according to university police.

• Colton Showers, 21, of New Cumberland, was cited with public drunkenness at 5:05 a.m. Sept. 15 in the IUP police department lobby, according to university police.

senior Music student returns from study abroad in austria, looks toward grad school

By STEPHANIE BACHMAN Staff Writer S.L.Bachman2@iup.edu

Jay Clinton (senior, vocal performance) has used his musical talents beyond IUP, both locally and abroad, as a member of Calvary Presbyterian Church and a study abroad student.

As part of the music program at IUP, Clinton currently sings with both the University Chorale and the Opera Theater Workshop. He has solos with both groups as well as a lead in the upcoming musical “Lizzy Borden” as Andrew Borden.

Previously, he has sung with the Chamber Choir, Music Theater Workshop and some of the choral graduate students’ choirs. In the 2015 production of “The Magic Flute,” he performed as the role of Sarastro.

Beyond IUP, Clinton is a soloist at his local church. He has sung with the parish for the past three years, and he is a Bass Choral Scholar.

“I really have enjoyed getting to sing for the congregation nearly every Sunday,” Clinton said. “It’s incredibly gratifying to be invited into a church and even more so to be asked to become a part of so many people’s weekly worship.”

In addition to his vocal performance degree, Clinton also has a certificate in German, which came in handy while he studied abroad in Graz, Austria, for seven weeks over the summer at the American Institute of Musical Studies (AIMS).

Clinton described AIMS as a program that focuses on opera performances and German art songs.

It also gives performers a chance to perform in a professional festival orchestra.

“I had the opportunity to perform in several churches and concert halls in Austria, as well as sing in a master class with Gabrielle Lechner, a German Soprano,” Clinton said.

In addition to his classes and musical commitments, Clinton also works in the University Events Office on campus where his main job is to schedule departmental events.

His job is to make sure the recitals and concerts have a space for performances as well as helping students

(Submitted photo) Jay Clinton (senior, vocal performance) traveled to Graz, Austria, over summer break.

find rehearsal spaces for student-run ensembles and helping around the office however he is needed.

After graduation in May, Clinton said he will either remain in the United States or spend some time in either Germany or Austria.

He said he is planning to audition for graduate programs in vocal performance in the United States while also looking into schools abroad that offer young artist apprenticeships with opera houses.

“Wherever I can find the best offer that seems like it is the best fit is where I’ll find myself,” Clinton said.

Clinton offered some advice for

other IUP students, especially those preparing for careers.

“Everyone’s collegiate career is different and you don’t have to compare your own to anyone else’s,” Clinton said. “Do what is best for you at all times, take care of yourself, and keep yourself mentally and physically healthy. College is hard; be kind to yourself.

“To anyone who thinks they may have an interest in something that they think is unattainable as a career, follow your dreams but be realistic.

The world is tough no matter what career path you follow. Do what you can to rise above the rest.”

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Our new website and mobile app will both launch at 2 p.m.

Tuesday, providing our users with a more modernized, allencompassing way to access our content. The new site allows our editorial staff to embed tweets within online stories and post original photos and videos.

It’s also very simple to navigate. For example, content from our three sections will be prioritized, so if you’re looking for a breaking news story or a recap of a big IUP football win, you will see it right away – no need to keep clicking and scrolling.

We will also be posting all our content to the site, not just original content. Stories and photos from MCT Campus, our wire service, will now appear on the site. The same goes for editorials, editorial cartoons and letters

to the editor.

Essentially, the revamped site allows us to do it all, and the app will be the same way. We can’t wait to share our content in a new and improved fashion.

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U.S. hasn’t seen threat in North Korean missiles

By W. J. HENNIGAN

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Defense Secretary James Mattis said Monday that the U.S. military has not attempted to shoot down ballistic missiles test-launched by North Korea because they have not been on a trajectory to hit U.S. or allies’ territory.

The comments come after the underground test of a nuclear bomb this month and days after North Korea launched its second missile in less than a month to fly over northern Japan.

The intermediate-range missile was launched Friday near the isolated nation’s capital, Pyongyang, soaring for about 2,300 miles before falling into the Pacific Ocean.

The test demonstrated that the U.S. territory of Guam is now in range of a North Korean attack.

Mattis said the launches are testing the U.S. military to see how much North Korea can get away with before triggering a response.

“They are intentionally doing provocations that seem to press against the envelope to see how far they can push without going over some kind of line in their

(TNS) U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis spoke at a joint press conference Wednesday at NATO headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.

minds that would make them vulnerable,” he said.

“The bottom line is: The missiles, were they to be a threat – whether it be to U.S. territory, Guam, (or) obviously Japan’s territory – that would elicit a different response from us,” he said.

The U.S., Japan and South Korea have missile defense systems surrounding North Korea, including at sea. Analysts have stressed that knocking a missile out of the sky with interceptors is difficult and has been often been described as “hitting a bullet with a bullet.”

community relations

By KATIE WILLIAMS Digital Media Editor K.L.Williams9@iup.edu

Groups of faculty and students will gather at 6 p.m. Thursday in the Hadley Union Building (HUB) Monongahela Room to begin the annual Hawk Walk.

Each year, members of the IUP community go door-to-door in the town to introduce themselves and talk to community members.

They distribute packets of information in an attempt to increase community participation and awareness.

The “Welcome to the Neighborhood” initiative is similar to programs held in State College, Boulder, Colo., and Austin, Texas.

Meghan Delsite Coleman, a graduate assistant for Community Engagement and Campus Initiatives in the Center for Multicultural Student Leadership and Engagement, explained this event.

“We have had students stuff bags and walk door-to-door in the past,” Coleman said. “It’s a great way for both first-year students and upperclassmen to get involved from the start of the year.”

(The Penn archives) Students traveled in groups throughout Indiana neighborhoods for previous Hawk Walks.

This event aims to focus on neighborhoods with both students and non-students. The goal is to form better neighborhood relations between Indiana community members and the IUP students.

“It allows IUP students to meet with Indiana residents and talk about their experiences,” Coleman said. “Often, when students knock on a door during the Hawk Walk, they meet individuals that they would not have been able to

meet otherwise. It’s a relationshipforming and relationship-building opportunity.

“It’s a wonderful way to meet new people, learn about the community and get some fresh air. It’s also a great community service opportunity.”

The Hawk Walk is sponsored

by IUP, Downtown Indiana and the Borough of Indiana.

Refreshments will be provided for walk participants.

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The Oak Grove will be RAINNing umbrellas Thursday

By KIMBERLEY IMEL Staff Writer K.N.Imel@iup.edu

More than 100 umbrellas will be placed around the Oak Grove on Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., projecting the themes of awareness and support for individuals affected by domestic and sexual violence.

Each umbrella, whether old or new, will include a powerful message speaking against the two types of violence. “These hands are not for hurting,” and “Hands are for holding, not for hurting” are among the empowering phrases depicted on the umbrellas.

The event, known as RAINN Day, is hosted annually by IUP’s Haven Project. RAINN stands for Rape, Abuse and Incest National Top: A student walked through the Oak Grove in the midst of the RAINN Day event in 2016, surrounded by umbrellas.

Bottom left, bottom right: Student organizations decorated donated umbrellas with statistics on sexual assault.

Network, which is the “nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization,” according to rainn.org.

This year, IUP’s Co-Op Store donated 24 umbrellas in support of the cause.

The goal or mission for RAINN Day is to educate the IUP community about domestic and sexual violence while also creating a forum for discussion on how to mitigate these issues on campus, according to Susan Graham, sexual violence education prevention educator at The Haven Project.

Graham said she hopes that by educating the IUP community, students will become more active bystanders who are willing to speak and act against these situations if they ever arose.

“If you see something, either directly intervene or get somebody to come with you to confront the situation, call the police or distract,” Graham said.

“It goes with our mission,” and children in a variety of difficult starting point,” Nackley said.

Graham said she believes that, Nackley said.

“People have to be aware situations. by acting rather than watching, Sigma Sigma Sigma is a social before they can make a difference Even with about seven upcomoutsiders can help prevent dosorority whose mission is to “proor a change.” ing events, the sorority still chose mestic or sexual violence by creat- vide exceptional experiences that In addition to the RAINN Day to create a RAINN Day umbrella, ing some space between those in will empower women to change event, The Haven Project is hostbelieving it was an event they a potentially dangerous situation. the world.” ing a Chalk the Walk initiative to could not miss.

Many individuals, orgafurther IUP student’s awareness of “It brings awareness to nizations and departments people in general who may not domestic and sexual violence. participate in the awareness On Wednesday, one day prior be aware of what is going on campaign, especially Greek to the major RAINN Day event, campus,” Nackley said.

Life. Sigma Sigma Sigma is one IUP students are encouraged to Nackley said she also feels such organization lending its write inspirational and statistically that RAINN Day unites diverse support. important messages on the Oak individuals on the IUP campus President of Sigma Sigma Grove sidewalks. for a common cause.

–SUSAN GRAHAM Sigma, Marielle Nackley (seStatistics provided at the For anyone skeptical of (THE HAVEN PROJECT EDUCATOR) nior, social studies education), event are from sources including the event’s reach and impact, spoke on behalf of the sorority Throughout the academic year, the Department of Justice, and Nackley provided words of supby emanating the group’s interest the sorority hosts and assists with Centers for Disease Control and port for its mission. in participating in the RAINN Day numerous philanthropic and fundPrevention.

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EVERY 98 SECONDS, AN AMERICAN IS SEXUALLY ASSAULTED

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resonated with Graham as she described the event.

“Every 98 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted,” Graham said.

Graham remembers when the statistic read every two minutes, rather than 98 seconds. To her, this indicated that anyone could be a victim of sexual assault, regardless of gender orientation, race and more.

“It is really important we support them [those affected by domestic and sexual violence] because maybe someday we may need that support,”Graham said.

Chalk the Walk will occur from 4 to 7 p.m Wednesday. All materials, including chalk and statistics, will be provided for students.

OPINION EDITORIAL

Is fantasy football the new smoke break?

As the people who are brave enough to trek inside the world of fantasy sports know, Sunday can be a stressful day during which the outcome of a weekly matchup can determine a person’s mood for the entire week.

After getting blown out two weeks in a row, one can typically spend a whole night working the waiver wire or cooking up that season-saving trade.

Oh yeah, what about that Calculus III exam you have tomorrow? Eh, screw it; Chris Thompson isn’t going to be on the waiver wire tomorrow.

My Team: Brian Hoyer (49er’s QB) + Chris Thompson (Redskin’s RB) = W. According to the Fantasy Sports Trade Association (FSTA), in 2017 there are 59.3 million people playing fantasy sports in the U.S. and Canada.

That means 21 percent of the general population at least 12 years old decided to delve into the world of fantasy sports.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 15 of every 100 (15.1 percent) U.S. adults 18 years or older, actively smoked cigarettes in 2015.

21 PERCENT OF THE POPULATION AGES 12 AND OLDER PARTICIPATE IN FANTASY SPORTS This means that nowadays, more people draft a fantasy team than enjoy a smoke.

With the number of times general

fantasy owners check their matchups on fantasy cast before 2 p.m., this argument could continue.

The thing that most fantasy owners won’t admit to anyone is even though fantasy sports take a decent amount of skill and dedication to be good, there is a large part of the game that is all luck and chance to factor in each week.

Even Adam Schefter, an ESPN NFL insider, attested to this after telling fans that Seattle running back Eddie Lacy would be a smart fantasy play in Week 1 on ESPN’s “Fantasy Show.”

“Starts are guesses, even for me.

You play the percentages and hope you are right. Sometimes you will be, and other times you won’t be. I’ve made starting mistakes; we all make them. Nobody has all the answers.”

Schefter said in a previous segment that “defenses and game flow can also factor into a player’s fantasy outcome.”

Lacy finished Week 1 with just three yards on five carries and was a healthy scratch Week 2 against the 49ers.

Whatever your weekly fantasy outcome is, don’t let it affect your daily life.

Just because your gamble of starting Glenn Gronkowski (Patriots RB) because his family gene pool gave him a little more talent than Duke Johnson Jr. (Browns RB) didn’t pay off, doesn’t give you an excuse to throw half a gallon chocolate milk at your girlfriend because you’re “frustrated.”

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White House demands ESPN anchor’s resignation; free speech in question on global scale

By SUZANNE NOSSEL Los Angeles Times TNS

White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders pounced on ESPN anchor Jemele Hill’s tweet calling President Trump a white supremacist.

The tweet, she said, was a “fireable offense.” While outrage is surging on all sides, Sanders’ intemperate use of her White House podium should not come as a big surprise. Harsh private punishments for speech are now commonplace.

Days ago, the University of Oregon fired Matthew Halls, the director of its Bach Festival. Though the university denies it, a festival performer claims that Halls was dismissed for a joke, told privately, that was misunderstood as racist.

This summer, media commentator Lisa Durden was fired by Essex College in New Jersey for defending a black-only event on Fox

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Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders spoke in the press briefing room of the White House on August 31 in Washington, D.C.

News, saying “you couldn’t use your ‘white privilege’ card to get in.” At Harvard University, 10 incoming freshman saw their acceptances revoked after they shared standard-issue offensive memes in a closed Facebook group. In June, CNN’s series “The Believer” was abruptly canceled after its

host, religion expert Reza Aslan, fired off a foul-mouthed tweet criticizing Trump.

Most of those terminated were stunned. The red lines they crossed were less red than gray – unarticulated and indistinct until after the fact. In several cases, the outcomes were far in excess of sanctions imposed in similar past instances.

Recent harsh punishments for speech can only inspire college students, television commentators and all of us to think twice before saying something that might offend, jeopardizing our culture of free expression.

Don’t get me wrong: Conscientiousness is a good thing. After television host Bill Maher got into hot water for using the Nword on-air, rapper Ice-T dubbed the incident a “teachable moment.” Harvard students should avoid promoting racist and sexist jokes and television hosts should eschew slurs. The rise of hate

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groups, due to divisive rhetoric and Trump administration policies, has made it more important than ever to avoid language that can fan animosity.

But when indeterminate gray lines govern speech subject to draconian sanctions, they can deter more than menacing rhetoric.

Nowadays, opining on a wide range of subjects – the president, race, gender, privilege – can trigger alarm bells and outrage.

Private institutions should, at the very least, be upfront about what they expect and from whom.

But neither Harvard nor CNN have explained their decisions to punish speech, while Essex College allegedly told Durden she was fired because she had improperly identified herself as an Essex professor on the show – which she didn’t.

When the statements in question are out in the open, obscuring the logic behind their consequences can have perverse results.

In the case of CNN, particularly since Aslan quickly apologized for his indiscretions, some supporters opined that his swift ouster could only be explained by racism or anti-Muslim sentiment. Others chalked up the result to virulent conservative outcry, accusing the network of bowing to pressure.

Openness about the reasoning and analysis behind institutional decisions would help bring clarity, avoid nefarious inferences and help people understand the rules at play.

At a time when offensive speech goes viral and society seems to revel in seeing powerful personalities and organizations laid low, leaders may feel inclined to cauterize controversies through decisive, even scorching action.

But harsh, irreversible punishments for speech cause collateral damage, instilling fear in all of us that saying the wrong thing – even in jest or in private – may be our undoing.

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The ‘90s trends are back at IUP

“Friends” ran from Sept. 22, 1994, to May 6, 2004, and spanned 10 seasons.

By CANDACE HOWELL and ALEXANDRIA MANSFIELD The Penn Staff The-penn@iup.edu

This article contains opinion.

Ripped jeans, scrunchies, Adidas and dark lipstick: It seems like a lot of ‘90s culture has warmed its way back into our lives, especially on campus.

When it comes to the rest of the world, even some “new” toys, like slap-bracelets and those slightly disturbing Furbies, are back on the shelves, but updated to appeal to

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Rommy H. Revson invented the scrunchie in 1987.

the new generation of kids. Even old TV shows are making a comeback in the form of offshoots like “Fuller House” and “Magic School Bus.” While typical college students won’t bring their favorite VHS tape of “The Rugrats Movie” to campus, one thing they need to pack is their wardrobes, which seem to reek of ‘90s nostalgia lately.

be a popular outfit choice. Plaid is definitely in right now, but practically everyone owns at least one, if not all, of these closet “necessities.”

1. KEEPING IT SIMPLE: As fall approaches and the weather is expected to chill out, chunky sweaters or long-sleeved flannel shirts paired with ripped jeans seem to

3. COOL MOM STYLE: “Mom” jeans, which are high-waisted but comfortable, are one of the trendiest campus finds this year. Plenty

2. CITY CHIC:

Female fashion also seems to revolve around this trying-not-trying look with statement accessories like chokers and big glasses, which can be paired with a variety of modern looks, as well.

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of students have been pairing this staple piece with their favorite Tshirts or even bodysuits for a more “put together” look.

4. SLEEK IT BACK WITH SCRUNCHIES: Above all else, the

scrunchies are the funniest – and most random – recurring look this season. Many women can be seen sporting these colorful hair holders on their wrists or in their ponytails as even this subtle piece seems to be making waves with its return.

If high-end store prices for these recycled looks ever get to be too

much, Goodwill or other consignment shops are always reliable locations to buy chunky sweaters, plaid shirts, plenty of denim and more true ‘90s apparel at a reasonable price.

Brand-name or not, the overall consensus of this “new” look was a positive one. No one seems to care – or mind – that this season’s fashion was already claimed by the 90s. In fact, we embrace it, and unapologetically make it our own.

Like most trends, inspiration can come from any place – even a time period we were cringing at just a few years ago.

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University Museum hosts IUP alumnus’ art

By PAUL SHALOKA Staff Writer P.Shaloka@iup.edu

The University Museum in Sutton Hall will host James Innes’ work in a free exhibit that began Saturday and will last until Dec. 9.

The museum is closed Monday and Sunday and will be open from 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, noon to 7:30 p.m.

Thursday and noon to 4 p.m.

Saturday.

Innes, who taught at IUP for more than 25 years, put more than 30 of his works on display in the museum to “share his love for painting, art appreciation and drawing with students and faculty,” according to the IUP website.

Innes’ pieces on the circus demonstrate a perspective on daily life without the dull imitation of commonplace existence. This is especially visible in his painting of Maria Petacchi, as well.

Innes has found a way to celebrate the everyday mundanities and make them a little magical.

Whether it is neighbors talking against a backdrop of red tile roofs, a colored background or the human body, Innes distorts and bends until we see things in the painting as we – or as he – sees them. It is a celebration of how we see the ordinary things around us that often pass our notice and how, when we pay a little attention, something extraordinary slips in.

(James Cannon/ The Penn) The University Museum is located on the first floor of Sutton Hall.

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Fans welcome back football with food Snacks are a great addition to watching the big game with others, no matter which team is yours.

There are a lot of tasty, affordable options to make the next game a little extra special.

Here are some new recipes to try this weekend:

Chili Cheese Dog Bread

This is a fun twist on the classic cheese dog.

Total Time: 40 min. Servings: 6-8 Ingredients: 1 baguette 1 1/2 c. shredded cheddar, divided 1 can pre-made chili 3-4 hot dogs, depending on the length of your baguette 2 tbsp. chives for garnish Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 375°.

2. Down the length of the baguette, cut a small "v" and pull out some of the inside of the baguette, creating a boat.

3. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheddar on the bottom of the baguette, then place hot dogs end to end until the baguette is filled. (This

might mean cutting a hot dog to fit, depending on the size of your bread).

4. Spoon chili over hot dogs and top with the remaining cheddar. Bake until heated through and melty – about 25 minutes.

5. Let cool slightly, then slice into 3-inch long segments and garnish with chives. Serve.

Ingredients: 2 lb. chicken wings 2 tbsp. olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 c. hot sauce 4 tbsp. butter 2 tbsp. honey Ranch dressing

Loaded Tot Cups This recipe is simple but delicious.

Total Time: 30 min. Servings: 12 Ingredients: Cooking spray, for pan 2 c. Frozen tater tots 1 c. cooked bacon, chopped 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese 1 c. shredded mozzarella cheese Sour cream for topping Chives for garnish Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350º and grease a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray. Fill each muffin tin with three tater tots and bake until soft and golden, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven and heat

(Pinterest) F. Nephi Grigg invented tater tots in 1953.

broiler.

2. Make cups: While tots are warm, spray the bottom of a shot glass with cooking spray and press into tots to flatten, creating a well.

Sprinkle with cheddar, mozzarella and bacon, then broil until cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes.

3 . Let cool completely; then, using a spoon, remove from muffin tins. Top with sour cream and garnish with chives.

Classic Buffalo Wings Wings are a game-day staple, and there is nothing better than making them yourself.

Total Time: 1 hr. 20 min. Servings: 10-12

Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 400° and place a wire rack over a baking sheet.

2. In a large bowl, toss chicken wings with oil and season with garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Transfer to prepared baking sheet.

3. Bake until chicken is golden and skin is crispy, 50 to 60 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through.

4. In a small saucepan, whisk together hot sauce and honey. Bring to simmer then stir in butter. Cook until melted and slightly reduced, about 2 minutes. Heat broiler on low. Transfer baked wings to a bowl and toss with sauce until completely coated. Return wings to rack and broil. Watch carefully until sauce caramelizes. Serve with ranch and vegetables.

1/2 c. pepperoni 2 tbsp. fresh basil Crushed red pepper flakes Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Spread flatbread onto a large baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder and salt. Bake until crispy, about 15 to 20 minutes.

2. Top crispy flatbread with cheese and pepperoni. Bake until the cheese has melted – another 5 to 7 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil and red pepper flakes, if desired.

(Pinterest) The crockpot was invented in 1940.

Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers Requires so little prep time there is almost no effort. Just remember to leave enough time to cook before the game starts.

Total Time: Prep: 10 min. Cook: 6 hr. Servings: 6

(Pinterest) Pepperoni is an American variety of salami.

Pepperoni Cheesy Bread

A better alternative to a simple pizza.

Total Time: 30 min. Servings: 4-6 Ingredients: 1 large flatbread, cut into wedges 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp. Italian seasoning 1/2 tsp. garlic powder Kosher salt 2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese

Ingredients: 1 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tsp. dried oregano Red pepper flakes 1 large onion, sliced into half moons 2 bell peppers, thinly sliced 1 lb. Italian sausage Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. basil, thinly sliced 6 hoagie rolls, toasted Directions: 1. Combine crushed tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes and olive oil in the bowl of a slow cooker. Stir in onions, bell peppers and Italian sausages. Season with salt and pepper. Cook on low 6 hours.

2. Stir basil into the cooked sausage and peppers. Serve warm on toasted hoagie rolls.

Recipes courtesy of delish.com.

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Indiana hobby shop gets galactic

By LAITH ZURAIKAT Staff Writer Laith.Zuraikat@iup.edu

One local business has been providing a home for those in the Indiana gaming community who are passionate about various card, RPG and board games, like “Dungeons and Dragons” or “Magic: The Gathering.”

Sports Cards and Gaming Hobby Store is a combination of a sports memorabilia, hobby shop and comic book store. For several years, the shop organized and hosted a variety of different gaming leagues and tournaments that range from just-for-fun events to competitions with prizes and awards.

Recently, the store added another league to its already diverse lineup, in the form of two “Star Wars” miniature games.

The first of these games is “Star Wars: Armada,” in which players assume the role of fleet admiral, serving with either the Imperial Navy or Rebel Alliance, according to Fantasy Flight Games, the parent company of the game.

The second league, “Star Wars:

(Jonathan Papoutis/ The Penn) Star Wars “Armada” was officially released March 27, 2015.

X-Wing Miniatures Game,” differs from the first because players control an entire fleet in “Armada,” which isn’t the case for the second game.

Featuring stunningly detailed and painted miniatures, “XWing” recreates exciting “Star Wars” space battles, from small engagements to large conflicts in which multiple squadrons clash.

The inspiration to start an Indiana chapter of these two leagues came about two months ago, in large part due to the work of John Cooper, who inquired of the store manager if anyone else played “Armada” after purchasing a kit.

The manager connected Cooper with several other local

players, and according to Cooper, "the comic store allows us to come and play games pretty much every night of the week, and this particular group plays Mondays at 7 p.m.”

While Mondays tend to involve league matches and tournaments – which can include an admission fee and prizes provided by the company for the winner – interested members also meet Saturday nights for what Cooper described as more casual, and usually free, tournaments.

However, while Mondays tend to be more structured and official, interested newbies shouldn’t be afraid or intimidated to participate in them.

"Mondays are our days to play as a group, but anybody can come,” Cooper said. “And we will teach you how to play. We have models and kits for everybody.”

If that initial taste is enough to

pique full-time interest, there is a sizable cost associated with the league, as first time players will need to purchase a starter kit that can cost $100 for“Armada”or $35 for “X-Wing.”

While some may balk at those price tags, Cooper said he actually believes that this is a pretty good deal when compared to other, similar games since that fee provides all the materials necessary for two people to play immediately.

After that, it’s entirely up to the individual player to continue to buy, customize and build fleets.

Some players, including IUP students, even add custom paint jobs to their models.

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Cheyney with 65-16 win

By JARROD BROWNE Lead Sports Writer

J.W.Browne@iup.edu

The IUP football team improved to 3-0 FOOTBALL Saturday afternoon at Miller Stadium in a blowout performanceagainst Cheyney University by a final score of 65-16.

“Yeah, scoring the points is great,” head coach Paul Tortorella said. “You get everyone in the act: offense, defense and special teams.”

The scoring opened after Cheyney started the game with an 11-play drive that lead to a 37-yard field goal on its first possession.

IUP quickly answered with a one-play drive featuring a 38-yard touchdown run by Samir Bullock (sophomore, management).

The Crimson Hawks continued to add onto their lead in the first quarter by adding a touchdown on a 45-yard pass by Lenny Williams (junior, accounting) to Dom McNeil (sophomore, kinesiology).

McNeil scored for a second time when he blocked a Cheyney punt before scooping it up and scoring the team’s third touchdown of the afternoon.

Cheyney opened the second quarter with a touchdown, but the Crimson Hawks answered with a 3-yard touchdown run from Justice Evans (freshman, management), and a Malik Anderson (sophomore,

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kinesiology) 2-yard touchdown run.

Cheyney promptly responded to the two IUP touchdowns with a 5-yard touchdown pass but missed the extra point.

Cheyney remained scoreless for the rest of the game with just 16 points.

Although Cheyney did not put any more points on the board, the Crimson Hawks offense kept things rolling with a number of big plays.

IUP closed out the first half by adding two more touchdowns.

One came on a 34-yard pass from Williams to Swahneek Brown (redshirt junior, management), and the other on a 19-yard interception returned for a touchdown by Dondrea Tillman (sophomore, business) to give the Crimson Hawks a 48-16 lead going into halftime.

The Crimson Hawks continued to capitalize on their opponents’ mistakes in the second half, as McNeil picked up his third touchdown of the game on another muffed punt that rolled into the Cheyney end zone, where McNeil fell on the loose ball to pick up his final score of the game to put IUP ahead, 5516.

“Whatever phase of the game, whether it’s offense or special teams, he’s making plays,” Tortorella said of McNeil. “They lead to three touchdowns. The guy is just always around the ball.”

IUP closed out the third quarter on a 59-yard Evans touchdown run for his second score of the game.

Both offenses remained quiet until the fourth quarter, when IUP kicker Dillon Sarka (redshirt sophomore, mathematics) nailed a 20-yard field goal to finish off the scoring and lock up the 65-16 victory for the Crimson Hawks.

(Ishaaq Muhammad/ The Penn) The IUP defense held Cheyney University to 16 points in Saturday’s win. The defensive effort was led by four forced turnovers, two fumbles and two interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown.

Leading the defense for IUP was Max Redfield (senior, philosophy) with nine tackles, three passes broken up and an interception.

“He’s starting to feel more comfortable,” Tortorella said. “He’s very instinctive. Good football players on defense are around the ball a lot and have good instincts.”

Following Redfield was Dyllon Scott (junior, criminology) and Jordan Diven (redshirt senior, finance).

Each had three sacks, while Nick Amendola (sophomore, safety sciences) had a career-high 10 tackles.

IUP will continue play at George P. Miller Stadium for its fourth consecutive home game as they welcome the Edinboro University Fighting Scots Saturday at noon.

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(Ishaaq Muhammad/ The Penn) Dom McNeil (sophomore, kinesiology) scored a team-high three touchdowns in IUP’s 65-16 victory over Cheyney. Two of McNeil’s touchdowns were scored on special teams plays.

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IUP soccer split pair of games over the weekend

By KEVIN BOHAN Staff Writer

K.J.Bohan@iup.edu

The Crimson Hawks soccer team had its ups and downs this past week as the team went 1-1, losing by a goal in a road matchup at Seton Hill University.

Following that, IUP knocked off the East Stroudsburg University Warriors, 1-0.

The team started the week in a highly anticipated matchup that they had been looking forward to since heading into the season.

They faced off against the No. 23 team in Division II women’s soccer, the Seton Hill Griffins.

Strong defense and solid goalkeeping were big for the Crimson Hawks in this contest, as they saw stellar play in both those facets during Wednesday night’s contest.

Goalkeeper Makenzie Witzel (freshman, undecided) had a career-high seven saves in the game and really shined for the Crimson Hawks. IUP also seemed to outplay the Griffins in other aspects of the game, as it outshot the Griffins, 16-10. The game’s lone goal was scored by the Griffins in the 70th minute.

IUP tried to respond quickly and had three total shots on goal in the final 20 minutes of the game, but all three were turned away.

Even with the loss, the Crimson Hawks were pleased with the play of their freshman goalkeeper.

“We have two awesome freshmen goalkeepers that have

stepped up to the plate along with the other freshmen, as well,” Cassidy DeLonne (senior, applied mathematics) said.

Following the Crimson Hawks’ close defeat at the hands of the Griffins, the team faced off against another member of the PSAC, the East Stroudsburg Warriors.

This game saw more positive impact of the team’s youth and talent, but this time on the offensive side of the ball.

In the 33rd minute, forward Mya Hilliard (sophomore, education) netted a shot from nearly 25 yards out to give IUP the lead.

It was Hillard’s first goal of the season and came as a huge confidence boost for the Hawks’ offense after the shutout loss to Seton Hill.

IUP turned to its other freshman goalkeeper, Madeline Smakulski (undecided), for the matchup with ESU. Smakulski recorded a seasonhigh seven saves en route to a shutout of the three-time defending PSAC champions.

The Crimson Hawks’ defense held the Warriors, a team that had averaged two goals per game coming in, scoreless despite a total of 13 shots on the afternoon.

Hilliard’s goal proved to be the only one IUP needed as they secured the victory, 1-0.

After this week, IUP has outscored all of its opponents by a total of 7-5 goals and has an overall record of 4-3 with a 3-3 record in the PSAC. The team’s next game is at home against Clarion University Friday at 4 p.m.

(IUP Athletics) Mya Hilliard (sophomore, education) was the lone goal scorer in the Crimson Hawks’ win over East Stroudsburg University on Saturday afternoon. Not only was the goal Hilliard’s first of the season, but it was the first of her collegiate career.

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IUP volleyball starting to catch fire heading into conference play

By BRAD O’HARA Staff Writer

B.L.Ohara@iup.edu

The IUP volleyball team went undefeated this past weekend, picking up three wins against Concord University, Notre Dame of Ohio and West Virginia Wesleyan College.

The first match of the weekend was against the Concord Mountain Lions.

Natalie Cignetti (senior, natural science/pre-med) made an impact offensively, contributing 15 kills and two aces, leading the team in those categories.

Katie Miller (senior, anthropology) led the team in assists, picking up 49 in the match.

As a team, IUP beat out Concord in every statistical category.

This helped the Crimson Hawks pull off the 3-1 win.

The singular set they lost against Concord turned out to be the only set they would lose all weekend.

IUP’s Friday night matchup against Notre Dame of Ohio was its second time facing off against the squad this season.

The first match was on Sept. 8 when IUP picked up a 3-0 win.

The second match looked like déjà vu, with the Crimson Hawks securing another 3-0 win over the Falcons.

Aces were the biggest factor, as IUP outscored them in the category, 8-2.

The aces for IUP came from a combination of four different players, with Cignetti leading the stat line with three.

In the final match of the weekend, IUP picked up a victory over Wesleyan by a score of 3-0.

The story of this match was the same as the other two matches of the weekend.

IUP took control of the match, not allowing any aces while picking up eight as a team.

EACH GAME IS A NEW HURDLE THAT WE WILL TAKE ONE AT A TIME. –KATIE MILLER (SENIOR, ANTHROPOLOGY) Once again, the Crimson Hawks dominated the stat line, leading in every statistic by a large margin in points, kills, aces and assists.

IUP played most of its matches on the road up to this point in the season, but to Miller, it doesn’t matter where the team plays.

“A gym is a gym. We are going to strive to play IUP volleyball no matter where we are,” Miller said.

“A lot of our road success is always remembering to go with the flow and focus on what we can control and allow our physicality and mental preparedness to lead us to success. Each game is a new hurdle that we will take one at a time.”

Looking ahead, the volleyball team will travel to East Stroudsburg University for its first conference game of the season Friday.

East Stroudsburg currently boasts an 8-2 record and holds a five-game winning streak.

The Warriors are undefeated at home so far this season. The following day, the Crimson Hawks will travel to Kutztown University for their second conference game.

Kutztown holds a 5-7 record at this point in the season.

IUP has one week to prepare for its first conference matches as the team looks to keep its hot streak alive.

(IUP Athletics) The IUP volleyball team has won its last four matches as the beginning of conference play is set to begin Friday. Natalie Cignetti (senior, natural science/pre-med) was named the IUP Female Athlete of the Week following her 15-kill, two-ace performance against Concord.

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