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Oyster bar serves up some winning dishes. A&E, page 5
International student helps country by sending gear. Sports, page 6
Rams win conference at homecoming game
Rachel Horton | Rambler Staff Above, Destiny Clemmons, senior exercise science major, and Daniel Martinez-Torres, junior psychology major, are crowned homecoming queen and king at halftime during the men’s basketball game Feb. 27. Left, Jeremy Smith, junior guard, drives to the basket.
This year’s homecoming festivities included a championship win. In a game that came down to the buzzer, the Wesleyan men’s basketball team (22-8, 16-4 RRAC) defeated Our Lady of the Lake University (19-10, 16-4 RRAC) 87-85 to clinch a spot in the national tournament for the third consecutive year. “It’s the biggest on-campus basketball win for Texas Wesleyan since I’ve been here, easily,” said Terry Waldrop, men’s basketball coach. In an effort to increase crowd capacity at the RRAC quarterfinals, the president’s office is chartering a bus to the game versus Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie at 11:30 a.m. on March 4. “The more students, friends and alumni that go, the more we can try and turn a neutral site into a homecourt advantage,” said Wesleyan President Harold Jeffcoat. A ride on the Ram bus is free, but fans must purchase their own ticket to the game ($5). To RSVP, contact Scott Cannon at 817-531-7540. -Jonathan Resendez
Resume critique available to students Jonathan Resendez
jlresendez@mail.txwes.edu
A college education alone doesn’t guarantee a job. Texas Wesleyan Career Services will host a resume clinic to help students tweak their resume to better their chances of gaining interviews and employment. “It’s the most important thing they can do to get a job interview,” said Sherri Mata, director of career services. “No interview means no job.” Mata said changes are seldom not made to a resume a student brings in. Issues include formatting and qualification development. “Sometimes students don’t pat themselves on the back enough,” she said. “They don’t recognize what skills they have that may transfer from one job to the next. If those skills aren’t effectively listed on there, they don’t market themselves.” Students who plan on writing their resume for the first time are encouraged to attend the clinic alongside students who need their resume revised. Robyn Fisk, college and career counselor, said career services’ strong relationship with potential employers is the clinic’s most important factor. “We know what they’re looking for in a resume,” she said. “If students come in and utilize our services, they’re getting the foot in the door that the employers are looking for. If they don’t come in, they don’t have that knowledge of what the employers are looking for in resumes.” Career services has opened doors for past students with their critiques. “I wrote my resume and they critiqued it to the job
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Career fair opens door for prospective students Melissa Bates
mdbates@mail.txwes.edu
Career Services is hosting a job fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 23. The career services office has connections with more than 750 employers and expects more than 35 at the job fair. Employers attending the career fair offer a variety of positions: entry level, full-time, part-time and internships. “We really try to reach employers offering all positions, as well as, for all majors,” said Sherri Mata, director of career services. “We want to provide employers for students from every field. A lot of the employers who attend are also Wesleyan alums, which is always good to have for networking.” Career services is helping students get prepared. The department is hosting a resume clinic March 8 and is also getting students dressed for success. “We also just started a ‘career closet’ containing men’s dress attire,” Mata said. “The clothes were donated to us by a Wesleyan alumnus, Jim Michaels, who wanted to help students that are trying to find jobs after they graduate. We don’t have much right now though. The closet only contains about 15 to
“It’s good to get out and speak with recruiters about yourself, your education and your capabilities.” Jackie Boehm
Wesleyan Alumna 20 shirts and ties.” To receive a shirt or tie the student must be attending the career fair, must RSVP and have worked with a career services counselor in critiquing a resume. “I attended the career fairs in 2008 and 2009,” said Jackie Boehm, Wesleyan alumna. “I enjoyed the career fair both years. There was good variety.” Even though Boehm did not get a job from the career fairs, she said that going to the job fairs were worth it. “It’s good to get out and speak with recruiters about yourself, your education and your capabilities. You tend to think, ‘I should have said this’ or ‘not said that’ then that’s helpful
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Rebecca Moore | Rambler Staff Michael Chaney was diagnosed with Type I diabetes, prompting rumors that CAB disbanded upon his return.
CAB intact despite rumors Jonathan Resendez
jlresendez@mail.txwes.edu
Members of the Campus Activity Board, an organization started to help students plan activities on campus, put to rest rumors of disbanding. Michael Chaney, director of student life, said the board remains intact with plans for resuming activities in the fall. Chaney was diagnosed with Type I Diabetes
at the beginning of the year. Rumors circulated that the CAB disbanded after his return. “Students were saying, ‘I heard that CAB was over and Blu Cru was over,’” said Amaya Howard, sophomore political science major and CAB member. “We didn’t get a chance to do anything.” Chaney said the group was simply in a “down” time. “Organizations on any campus anywhere
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Jury’s in: Death to the death penalty Chuck Fain Opinion editor
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If there’s one thing Texans love, it’s death. It’s no surprise that Texas has the highest execution rate of all 50 states. But has all this killing, fun though it might be, really made Texas a safer state? A recent study done by Sam Houston State University and Duke University says yes. However, a study done by the California Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice suggested the answer is no. In fact, its findings indicated the murder rate increased after executions. This is one reason why studies like those done by our friends at Sam Houston and Duke Universities are complete loads of crap. People from both sides of this issue manipulate statistical data in their favor. Factors like population, geography and socio-economic climate are all dynamic factors in this equation of correlation. And
correlation itself is a flimsy science at best. As we’ve all learned in fifth grade science class correlation does not prove causation. Since this evidence of numbers, charts and correlations seems to constantly contradict itself or to be pure speculation, it stands to reason that these are not reliable resources to make a decision about the death penalty. Deciding that Texans should take it upon themselves to be the harbingers of death should be a personal conclusion arrived at after much internal moral debate. Those who champion the death penalty usually reply, after their statistical data and correlation rant runs dry, how would I feel if someone I love was murdered? This gives me pause. Because the first thing that comes to my mind when I think of someone I love brutally murdered is that I want whoever did it to die. I want them gone. Wiped from the face of the earth. I would also have the same reaction if someone I love was raped or badly beaten or harmed in any serious way. Of course the person suffering the traumatic event is going to want traumatic revenge. If a person harms someone you love, you have an instant and emotionally charged reaction. That person, who is thinking irrationally,
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Human trafficking: it’s a steadily growing illegal market and global issue. However, it seems that not many students on the Wesleyan campus know much about what human trafficking is. Human trafficking is many things, but first and foremost it is slavery. Stopthetraffik.org defines human trafficking as “the act of being deceived or taken against your will; being bought, sold and transported into slavery for sexual exploitation, sweat shops, sale of human organs, sacrificial worship, child brides and much more.” Human trafficking is a crime against humanity, and it’s the largest illegal trade in the world, second only to the illegal drug trade. And you thought Taken was just a movie. Trust me, in the real world, young women and children visiting foreign countries are kidnapped every day and they don’t have Liam Neeson to take care of business. Every minute, a victim of human trafficking is smuggled across borders and into a foreign country, according to Faceless International. According to author and Chief Solutions Officer of DBR Marketing Group, Tim Dooly, human trafficking is a “well-hidden, under-reported, under-publicized and widespread crisis.” Considering the responses I received while talking with Wesleyan students, I have to agree. So what’s the skinny? The truth is that there are more slaves now than any other time in history. Call and Response stated that there are more than 27 million people enslaved world-wide.
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should not be the one to make the rational decision - especially concerning the question of punishment. The task of assigning punishment should be left to those who can see that this is a horrible thing that needs to be punished, but they are not directly affected by the results. Besides, if the death penalty was applied to everything that I think should be punishable by death, there would be a lot fewer people around. “Well, what would you do with them,” the pro penalty crowd usually retorts. “Give them jobs and let them live next to you? Do you want a killer living next to you?” No, I don’t. But, in fairness, I also don’t want someone who owns cats living next to me. That list is just as long as the list of things I think people should die for. Our penal system is based on the idea that a person can change: rehabilitation. Because of overcrowding and underfunding, however, this is a mostly impossible task. I’m also willing to admit that there are people out there incapable of ever functioning safely in a
society, but I think they should be locked up, not put to death. How would we do this in a system that’s already overstressed? We quit locking up non-violent offenders. This will save tons in resources and funds, allowing our system to move forward and deal with the real threats to society. People do awful things to one another. Sometimes it seems like eradicating the problem is the best solution, but this is a barbaric, un-evolved way of thinking. To coldly decide someone’s fate in the manner of the death penalty seems an extreme and unjustified measure. The claimed benefits are nothing more than statistical manipulation and wishful thinking. There is one last point I’d like to make – not everyone who has been executed has been guilty. Forensic evidence has proven that someone who was convicted was actually innocent much too late on several occasions. One innocent person accidently dying so someone else can feel better is one too many.
This is not your grandma’s Civil Rights movement. This is a grass-roots abolitionist movement. This is global. It’s going to take anyone and everyone to end the illegal trade of human beings, and it starts with you and me. Slavers in the sex trade do more than beat their victims. They turn them into drug addicts so that, even when given the chance, if the victim escapes they are always drawn back to the brothels and the slavers for a fix. When they return, they are beaten and tormented within an inch of their lives. In Africa, children are abducted during the night while their homes are burned to the ground and their families are murdered. If the children try to escape, the slavers will mutilate them by using a machete to cut off their lips, nose and ears. In India and the Middle East, a strong child or teen can be sold as a slave laborer for less than the price of a cow. Victims of the Human Trafficking trade are carried across endless borders and forced to work extreme hours, especially in the sex trade. One victim is smuggled across country borders every minute. That’s enough people a day to fill five jumbo jets. So now that you know the issue, are you willing to help stop it? Even three minutes can help. Here’s how: Tell your friends about the issue; spread awareness. Give this article to the people next to you and make sure they read it. Go online. There are hundreds of sites dedicated to crimes against humanity with great ways to get involved. My top three foundations are Faceless International, Stop the Traffiik, and Call + Response. All three have great tips online to help you get involved and quick facts about the issue that you can share with your friends. Visit www.therambler.org and be a productive member of society. Justice is what love looks like in public. Spread the love.
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“People from both sides of this issue manipulate statistical data in their favor.”
What do you know about human trafficking?
Esmeralda Ordonez Sophomore Kinesiology
“Uhm…not much, that movie Taken.”
Oscar Lazarky Sophomore Business Major
“They’ll abduct females and force them to have sex. I’ve heard about it in Mexico.”
Elrick Lounds Senior Business
“Human trafficking is a disparaging crime that should be outlawed.”
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Stephanie Darbo Senior Political Science “I know that it’s a huge problem that it overlooked. And even though it’s cruel and wrong, people are too scared to do something about it.”
Varissa Owens Junior Liberal Studies “In other countries, they’ll sell girls off the streets for sex. I know cases where Americans go abroad and are snatched up.”
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Study abroad gives students perspective Melissa Bates
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Wesleyan international programs offer both graduate and undergraduate students a chance to earn credits while studying abroad. During the summer, Wesleyan’s counseling students will embark on a two-week trip to London to learn better counseling skills. The trip is from June 19 to July 2 and they will be learning skills in brief psychotherapy. “The counseling students going to London will attend and take workshops from the Brief Counseling Center, which is solution based therapy in counseling,” said Marie Boisvert, director of international programs. Brief therapy is often highly strategic, exploratory and solution-based rather than problem-oriented. It is less concerned with how a problem arose than with the current factors sustaining it and preventing change, Boisvert said. Counseling students also have the opportunity to travel to Argentina and New York City. The study abroad program also offers trips to Mexico, Ireland and India which last a few weeks. “If a student wants to study abroad for a full semester, the world is their oyster,” Boisvert said. “They can go anywhere they choose as long as they or financial aid can cover the cost.” This is the second year for counseling students to travel to London. Robyn Fisk, Wesleyan alumna and college and career services counselor at
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type and did a mock interview,” said Justin Doby, Wesleyan graduate. “That helped me to know what my answers would be.” Doby’s resume landed him
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at the next booth and next job interview,” she said. Boehm also said a lot of the employers wanted to see how the students were doing in school, so she advises students to bring several copies of both their unofficial transcript and resume.
In Brief... Lecture As a part of the Mitchell-Reed Community of Learners, Dr. Ron McManus will host a critical thinking workshop about death in space from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. March 5 in the orientation room of the West Library. Refreshments will be provided.
International Programs Tourists visit a cathedral in Cuernavaca, Mexico, one of the destinations of the study abroad program.
TWU, went to London last year. “I wanted to go because my dream has been to work over there. I wanted to learn better skills for my counseling degree,” Fisk said. “The trip completely over-ceded the expectations that I had. I expected to learn counseling skills and techniques and how to use counseling and actually see it, and I learned way more than I wanted to learn.” In March, Fisk will embark on another counseling based trip, this time to Argentina. “I’ve never been there be-
fore so my expectations are not as high,” Fisk said. “I’m unsure of what I’m getting myself into.” Lorena Gallegos, career services intern and Wesleyan graduate, said she plans on studying abroad in order to broaden her world view. “Americans tend to be uninformed about the world beyond the nations boundaries,” she said. “After studying abroad, one returns home with an informed and much less biased perspective toward other cultures and peoples.
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a job with AAA Texas as an auto-claims adjuster in March of 2009 even though the company wasn’t hiring until summer. Career services staff said
“The best time for students to show would be from 10 to 11:30,” Mata said. “The reasoning behind that is because some employers may show up late and some may leave early, so the mid-point is the best time for a student to catch the employer they are seeking.” Hike for Haiti The Hike for Haiti walkathon will raise funds for the American Red Cross from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 27 on the mall in front of the library. Pledges can be per mile or a flat fee. Participants will collect pledges leading up to the walk. For information, contact Joe Brown at 817-531-6520.
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are going to have their ups and downs and their cyclical times,” he said. “Times when the organization is thriving and times when it’s got a little bit of a lackluster.” Chaney said CAB had two or three dedicated members but was missing additional support and direction. Gina Kautai, sophomore finance major, agrees. She joined CAB her freshman year fall 2008 and said a lack of dedication was evident fall 2009 when they returned. “Past members weren’t really committed to it,” she said. “Another factor was a lack of communication.”
Only about 10 people would attend CAB meetings at irregular intervals, Kautai said. But this didn’t prevent Chaney, Kautai and Howard from hosting a slew of activities. In Spring 2009, CAB hosted volleyball games, a basketball tournament with free food and drinks and organized a dodge ball game. “Everyone loved that,” she said. “After every match everyone said, ‘Let’s do it again,’ and we stayed out there until 10 p.m.” Kautai hopes to get CAB on its feet again in the fall with intentions of “doing more for
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they encourage students to take advantage of the clinic before attending Wesleyan’s career fair after spring break. The clinic runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 8 to 12 in the career services office in the SUB. Students wanting to attend the job fair must RSVP via the career link on their Web site. Go to http://txwes.edu/careerservices/index.htm, click on career link and then log in using their Ramlink e-mail address and password.
Science, Math Conference Wesleyan will host the 21st annual Expanding Your Horizons Science and Math Conference from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on March 27 at the Sid Richardson Center. The conference includes hands-on activites by professional women in the science and math fields. school spirit and for the people.” Chaney said although he has to keep a watchful eye on his health, it will not affect his job performance. “Diabetes is not something that should hold anybody back,” he said. “It’s going to be a little bit of a learning process.” Howard doesn’t plan on giving up just yet. “Chaney came in with a lot of things on his hands, and CAB wasn’t at the top of the priority list,” Howard said. “We’ll probably do something toward the end of the semester because we don’t have to give up CAB.”
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Wesleyan career services director helps two students get new rides
Jacqueline Wittman
jrwittman@mail.txwes.edu
The Wesleyan career services department recently helped two students get loans for newer cars through the Ways to Work program. The Ways to Work program, through the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, helps individuals in need of more reliable transportation and guides them on how to better manage personal finances. Residents of Tarrant County have the opportunity to qualify for a loan to be placed in a more efficient and stable car to get to school or work. Texas Wesleyan University has been involved in the program for two years through Sherri Mata, director of career services. “I remember being a college student and how much better it would have been with a stable car,” Mata said. To qualify for the program an individual must be a resident of Tarrant County, have one minor child, be employed 20 hours per week for six consecutive months and have a steady cash flow. If qualified, individuals must have a referral to participate in the program. Referrals come from different people in the community who are members of the Ways to Work program, such as Mata. Applicants don’t have to be enrolled in a university; the program accepts referrals for anyone who qualifies. Since Mata began working with the program she has seen two applicants, Talitha Collins and Tracy Benck, receive cars.
Rebecca Moore | Rambler Staff Career Services Director Sherri Mata has helped two students get the funding they needed for better vehicles through the Ways to Work program.
Collins, a recent Texas Wesleyan graduate, said she’s thankful for the program and the opportunities that were created for her. “Talitha’s car was always breaking down and when she started student teaching, she needed to have a dependable car,” Mata said. “Ways to Work gave her the necessity to pursue her career.” Collins was driving a 1997 Chrysler Concord that was falling apart. If it wasn’t for the Ways to Work program, she would have been without a
car due to the high repair cost. “The people with Ways to Work are very nice, and the entire process worked fast,” Collins said. Collins received a 2002 Saturn, but within 30 days it had been totaled in an accident. Ways to Work helped her get a 2004 Chevy Cavalier to replace it. “Now I have dependable transportation with decent gas mileage, and I am able to take my kid to school,” she said. Once Mata ensures that
an individual qualifies, she sends a referral to Karen Nolan-Rucker, manager of the program for the Arlington Chamber. Participants are interviewed and then continue with the process. “The program increases participant’s productivity and earning power,” Mata said. “They are able to get to work on time, and in turn, they can be good employees. So many positives things come from having stable transportation.” The program teaches how to save, avoid fraud and man-
age a budget to increase credit as well. Collins said the program is excellent, and everything is handled locally. Once approved for a loan, the process can take three to four weeks to receive a car. Tracy Benck, University of Texas at Arlington alumna, qualified for a 2004 Ford Mustang. She links the program to her improved relationship with her son after money stress decreased. “I would probably be living with my mother if it wasn’t for the program,” she said.
Benck’s previous car was on the verge of repossession because she couldn’t afford the high payments. Mata, who was a mentor to Benck while she was in college, referred Benck to the program. “I didn’t want to be seen as a charity case, but it wasn’t like that at all,” Benck said. “It’s all about improving your credit and learning how to be financially stable.” Mata said she is willing to refer anyone who qualifies because it helps those who want to advance in their career or education. According to the chamber, the purpose of the loan is to support job sustainability and employee retention through a car purchase or repair. The Ways to Work program “aims to improve credit and opportunities for economic selfsufficiency,” reads its Web site. The loans range from $6,000 for a car purchase and $750 for a car repair. The loans have a maximum interest rate of 8 percent with a repayment period of 24 months. According to the Chamber, through the program “over 90 percent of program participants indicate that their car loan has helped them maintain or improve their employment situation.” “I stay involved in the program to help Wesleyan students and the community at large,” Mata said. “It is good for the economy, and it is a great program overall.” To learn more about Ways to Work, contact Sherri Mata in career services at (817) 5316552 or smata@txwes.edu.
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Rams rally for homecoming Students cast their votes for homecoming king and queen at the pep rally Feb. 25. Spectators saw performances from Willie the Ram, the cheerleading squad and the dance team.
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on my visit. The prices are reasonable, most dishes were less than $10, and the beer was about $3 a glass. They also have an array of lunch specials, which change daily, for $8.75. The oysters are infamous to those who know of J & J’s, both the raw and the deep-fried variety. The hand-made tartar sauce is stuffed with tangy goodness, and their “skin-on” fries are a perfect complement to any of the entrees. The whole catfish (minus the head) was prepared and presented perfectly. The shrimp po’ boy was good, but I felt it was on the small side. I’m used to Louisiana po’ boys where the shrimp falls out of the sides in delicious handfuls when you pick the sandwich up, and you still have enough left between the bread to make a massive sandwich. J & J’s po’ boy did Chuck Fain | Rambler Staff not have this distincJ & J’s Oyster Bar offers great food in a friendly atmosphere. tion. Though the shrimp they used were full sized instead of a mound of oysters. popcorn shrimp, I still thought there could’ve J & J’s Oyster Bar is an intimate little hideout been more seafood in that sandwich. Chuck Fain that has a Joe’s Crab Shack-type atmosphere. It’s They also have a gumbo po’ boy, an invention I’d Entertainment editor basically what it would be like if you shoved a Joe’s never seen before, that included a sausage dressed cmfain@mail.txwes.edu Crab Shack inside an old Taco Bell. with gumbo on top. Though I didn’t get to sample The wait staff is very friendly, so much so that this myself, it looked delicious. you’ll need to make room at your table for them If you’re into seafood served in a laid back, as they cozy up next to you to take your order. friendly atmosphere, this is the place for you. J & Also, expect for someone to call you “hun.’” J’s Oyster Bar has everything a seafood lover could In the depths of frog country, on 612 N. UniverThey are quick to notice if you’re in need of rewant – from bisque to crawfish, frog legs to mahi sity Drive, there is a little oyster bar serving delifills or extra condiments, which isn’t too surprismahi, J & J’s has it all. cious deep-fried seafood, gumbo and, of course, ing given the size of the place. I never went thirsty
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Lady Rams basketball uses momentum
Jacqueline Wittman jrwittman@mail.txwes.edu
The Texas Wesleyan Women’s basketball team is currently No. 3 in the RRAC standings, headed to the conference tournament with an overall record of 19-9. The Lady Rams have seen success this season as they rolled through conference play with an eight-game winning streak after defeating Wiley College. Head Coach Stacy Francis said she didn’t realize the
team’s winning streak until the Lady Rams reached eight. “I was surprised of our winning streak and very proud of our team,” she said. “It was a turning point for our program. We are on the right path to be competitive in the conference.” The streak ended Feb. 20 when the Lady Rams fell to Jarvis Christian College, 5846. Francis said she credits the efforts of the new recruits and the team working together for the success on the court.
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“Our new recruits have made an impact on our differences this season,” Francis said. “The team chemistry is also stronger. The girls are willing to work hard and put in extra effort to better their game.” The Lady Rams are led by two seniors this season, forward Ashley Davis and guard Keona Ray. “The leadership has been great from our seniors,” Francis said. “They keep up the morale of the team and encourage the girls to do their
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best.” Captain Keona Ray credits the success of the Lady Rams to the team’s determination to win. “Our team chemistry is better, and we all work hard,” she said. “All of us are willing to fight back when the game gets tough and keep trying.” Francis said the Lady Rams are shooting for nationals once they take the win at the conference tournament. The conference tournament will begin March 4 with eight
teams competing in the quarterfinals. As the third seed in the tournament, the Lady Rams will play the sixth-seeded University of Southwest. The Lady Rams are tied with Southwestern Assemblies of God University in wins, but behind in point differential. SAGU is second in the RRAC standings. Langston University is at No 1. “Our goal for the tournament is to make it to the final,” Francis said. “We will need to
stay focused and play hard.” The Lady Rams fell to Langston University 77-64 on Feb. 22, but Francis said she expects to play Langston University in the championship game. The Lady Ram’s finished their season last year with a record of 8-23. As the seventh seed in the conference tournament, the Lady Rams suffered a loss to SAGU in the quarterfinals. This year’s championship game is March 6 at SAGU.
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Men’s & Women’s Basketball Conference Waxahachie Tournament Table Tennis World Team Trials Sid W. Rich.
• Rams Softball (6-5)went 5-1 at the Central Baptist Thursday College Tournament Feb. 26-28. • The Rams Baseball team Softball vs. University Noon (7-3) beat UT-Dallas 9-8 of the Southwest Hobbs, NM Feb. 24. and followed up Men’s & Women’s with a 5-2 win against ConFriday Basketball Conference Waxahachie cordia University Feb 25. Tournament • The Women’s Basketball Table Tennis team (19-9, 15-5 RRAC) World Team Trials Sid W. Rich. recorded a 79-64 win against Huston-Tillotson Men’s & Women’s University Feb. 25 and lost Basketball Conference Waxahachie Saturday Tournament 75-70 to Our Lady of the Table Tennis Lake University Feb. 27. Jacqueline Wittman | Rambler Staff Leone TWU Open Sid W. Rich. • The 18th-ranked Rams From left: Josh Gibbs, Theo Nabassi, Gaspar Martinez and Kevin Millikan. Basketball team (22-8, Softball vs. Texas 1 p.m. College Tyler 16-4) lost 87-82 to Huston- Jacqueline Wittman ment from previous seasons with for three years prior to Sunday Table Tennis Tillotson University Feb. jrwittman@mail.txwes.edu because we were interested in Wesleyan. Leone TWU Open Sid W. Rich. 25. before clinching their helping him make a difference According to Nabassi, the third consecutive regular Theo Nabassi isn’t your av- for the soccer teams in Togo.” equipment for the teams has Baseball vs. Tarleton 3 p.m. Tuesday season conference title and erage international studentNabassi has collected cleats made a significant impact. State University LaGrave Field place at nationals with an athlete. by asking players from the “The players are very apprevs Howard 2 p.m. 87-85 against Our Lady of Nabassi came to Texas Wes- men’s and women’s soccer ciative of the generosity and Wednesday Baseball Payne University Brownwood The Lake University Feb. 27 leyan University from the teams to donate any used pair support from Wesleyan,” he West African country Togo to of cleats they no longer use. said. “They are able to replace earn a master’s degree in ac- He has collected about 20 their worn out cleats and their counting and play soccer, and pairs from the players. uniforms are definitely a lot to help make a difference for Gibbs and Gaspar Marti- nicer. The soccer balls the those he left behind. nez, men’s head soccer coach, players use are also worn out, “I’ve never had major knee surgery on any other part of my body.” Nabassi has worked with gave Nabassi equipment that and Nabassi said he is curWinston Bennett the Texas Wesleyan soccer was in the storage closet such rently working on collecting former professional basketball player program and athletic depart- as game jerseys, shorts, warm- some. ment to supply his former up jerseys, practice jerseys Nabassi said he is thankteammates in Togo with basic and socks. ful to the Wesleyan soccer soccer equipment and neces“I wanted to help Theo be- program and athletic departsities to enjoy the game. cause he seemed like he really ment. “Someone’s old cleats here cared about the people back “Gibbs, Martinez and Milare new to my friends in home,” Martinez said. “He likan have all been wonderful Togo,” Nabassi said. “No one told me stories about team- in helping me share the game needs to throw away their mates playing soccer barefoot of soccer with my friends in soccer stuff because there is because they didn’t have any Togo,” Nabassi said. “I also apalways someone who can use cleats. We just gave him gear preciate all the Wesleyan socit.” that we weren’t using any- cer players who donated their Nabassi collects used soc- more and knew his friends cleats and everyone’s efforts to cer gear, such as uniforms would benefit.” contribute.” and cleats to send back home Kevin Millikan, athletic diNabassi also credits the to a few soccer clubs so they rector, helped Nabassi by do- Wesleyan soccer program, are able to play with proper nating $300 in shipping for especially Gibbs, for giving Competition for jobs is fierce. Get your equipment. two of the three large boxes him the opportunity to get a MBA and build your resume with the Nabassi said he began his sent to Togo. degree at Wesleyan. Early Career MBA at the University of Dallas. efforts because his friends “Theo is a fantastic student“I want to share all of the back home often asked him athlete and a great represen- positive things that have come to help get soccer gear they tative of Wesleyan,” Millikan from my schooling at Wesleyweren’t able to get on their said. “We had the stuff; it’s for an,” Nabassi said. “Wesleyan own. Nabassi said he sends a great cause, and it’s impor- has done so much for me, and money sometimes, but it’s tant to give back.” I wanted to share that with hard as a full-time graduate The gear is sent to Basar in my former teammates by givstudent without a job. northern Togo. Nabassi said ing them quality gear to play Josh Gibbs, women’s head he splits the shipments with soccer.” soccer coach, was more than Beyakpabe Football AssoNabassi said he still needs willing to help Nabassi. ciation and Caima Football to send the collected cleats, “Theo came to us and men- Club. Beyakpabe FA is a third but the expensive cost of shiptioned that he wanted to find division team from Nabassi’s ping is a setback. Unique, 18-Month Cohort ways he could do more for hometown. Caima FC is in To help Nabassi with sochis friends back home,” Gibbs Lome, the capital of Togo, and cer equipment contact him at Resume-Building Professional Internships and Experiences said. “I offered him our equip- is the team Nabassi played Theo9nabassi@yahoo.com.
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