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Campus Safety to carry emergency opioid spray Officers trained to carry intranasal drug, reverses effects of opioid overdose. By Alec Stanley
R Mills renovation plans reshape center of campus to focus on student needs. By Alec Stanley
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n the coming years, Mills Memorial Hall will undergo a huge transformation: most notably to increase accessibility and introduce the Center for Career and Life Planning to a centralized location on campus. These renovations aim to make Mills more student-centered. It will be turned into an “rCompass Center” to provide a “360 degree view of your time at Rollins.” This information was provided by Melissa Burns, an architect who presented at a student meeting held Nov. 14. The meeting was open to all students but was mainly attended by offices and organizations involved in the renovation, such as Student Government Association, WPRK (the student-run radio station), and Sustainability Programs. The renovations are being planned by EYP Inc., an architecture company based out of Albany, NY. This company has worked on renovations at schools such as University of Michigan and Princeton Univer-
sity. It is also the same firm that previously worked with Rollins in designing the new Bush Science Center. The renovations aim to modernize the building’s interior and increase the amount of open space in the building. While the current floor plans focus on office and meeting space rather than students’ study space, EYP promises to flip that model. Although it is still relatively early in the design process, the goal is to have “student spaces and student activity visible as soon as one walks in the door,” said Burns. First, the building will be converted from its current configuration of three main floors and several closed off “floating floors,” as described by the EYP representative, to a more streamlined three-floor arrangement. The first and second floors will be home to student service offices, community spaces, and study spaces. The third floor will house a new Galloway room for formal events. It will also include two new classrooms capable of holding 40+ students. Second, one of the most no-
table proposed changes will be the installation of an occupiable stairway connecting the entrance near Mills Lawn and the rear entrance near the Campus Center. This high-traffic common area will provide students with a space to sit and connect without confining them to traditional chairs and tables. It will also have many power outlets for laptop and phone chargers. The area will provide a line of sight to all three floors in hopes of improving accesibility in the building. Third, the building will house student services such as the Center for Leadership and Community Engagement, the Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation hub, International Programs, and a new resident: the Center for Career and Life Planning. These office spaces will mainly be student study spaces with staff offices located along the periphery. This will add usable community space on the first and second floors.
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ollins Campus Safety began training officers on the administration of the lifesaving medication Narcan in the event of opioid overdoses. Previously, officers would have to wait for a Winter Park Fire-Rescue Department (WPFD) medic to arrive on the scene before the drug could be administered to an afflicted student. Narcan, generically known as naloxone, is a competitive opioid receptor antagonist, which essentially reverses the effects an opioid has on the central nervous system and respiratory system. The decision to train Campus Safety officers to administer this drug was made in part by Campus Safety, the Wellness Center, the Office of the President, and WPFD. It was described by officials as a proactive change that will help keep Rollins students safe if the campus is affected by the nationwide opioid epidemic. Campus Safety officers will continue to receive training on intranasal administration from the WPFD twice a year. Accord-
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ing to Director of Campus Safety Ken Miller, the cost of this new program (both of the training and the Narcan itself) pales in comparison to the thought of a preventable death occurring on campus due to a Fire Department wait time in a situation where every second counts. Additionally, there are no adverse side effects or allergies to the drug if an overdose is accidentally misdiagnosed. This reflects a growing trend of officials taking action to combat the opioid epidemic, which claims the lives of tens of thousands of Americans every year. As of 2016, over 20 colleges have trained campus officers on the administration of Narcan, a number that has only increased. Starting with New Mexico in 2001, all states have passed legislation to increase layperson access to Narcan. All but ten have passed good samaritan immunity laws to those who administer the lifesaving treatment, including Florida.
As of 2016, over 20 colleges have trained campus officers on the administartion of Narcan, a number that has only increased.
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OPINION
Putting Rollins’ major myths to rest
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ot all English majors are grammar Nazis, and not all communication majors study Instagram and Facebook. Throughout the different disciplinary studies available at Rollins, it seems that no matter what major a student chooses, they will always be haunted by stereotypes and myths associated with their major. Now that the semester is coming to a close, some students may be looking to declare a major or change paths completely. In fact, at least 80 percent of college students change their majors at least once. On average, students change their majors approximately three times. One should not let stereotypes affect one’s field of study. With that being said, it is time to debunk the many myths surrounding certain majors and uncover what these areas of study are all about.
Myth #1: Communication majors only study social media. Though social media plays a role in communication studies, there is much more to it. In fact, there is a wide variety of studies covered, including but not limited to research methods, writing, presentation skills, business tools, and the art of trust and persuasion. Any Communications major can tell you that this degree teaches many life skills and how to think beyond the surface level. This major allows students to grow on a personal level as well as in their career goals. Whether a student wants to work for a PR firm, a fashion house, a non-profit, or a law office, anything is possible with this degree.
Myth #2: Myth #4: Being an English major is useless.
English is another field that receives a lot of flack, but those with English majors or minors have an important asset. Every field across America requires the proper use of English. In writing, editing, proofreading, or publishing, having a well-structured background in English is a tool that many need but do not have. Besides publishing and Elementary and English education, few truly know the core of the English language and how to manipulate it, a necessary skill in the job market.
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You will never find a job with a sociology degree.
Many try to claim sociology does not provide a clear career path outside of academia. However, it actually has a lot to offer. Megan Fernandez ’20 explained, “A lot of people confuse psychology with sociology, but it’s not the same.” While psychology is the study of the brain’s processes and their effects on a person’s behavior, sociology is the study of human society. She continued, “There’s so much direct information that you can apply to real life; that’s the best part.”
In Spring 2018, some sociology courses offered include Social Movements taught by Dr. Nichter and Sexualities by Dr. McClure. Though some majors do not have a clear path for after graduation, they are still useful in the workplace and develop important skills in students. Whether a student is looking for personal growth or career-related skills, many departments at Rollins offer majors that fulfill both needs.. Therefore, consider stepping outside of your comfort zone and experimenting with another major. You may have your heart set on business, but maybe if you try a SWAG course you will discover a newfound love for social justice. Regardless, Rollins’ diversity of major choices is sure to help you find a job after college.
Gender studies is all about women.
The Sexuality, Women’s and Gender Studies minor, also known as SWAG, tends to be criticized for having a narrow focus. Just as women are undermined in many jokes, this major has been made fun of for studying “women.” However, this is not the case. In particular, this major is valuable for those who wish to pursue a career in social justice. Erin McCuster’19 believes that this field of study has made her a stronger writer and an even stronger critical thinker. She stated, “Most people find it a waste of time, they think all we do is complain about men and gender imbalances.” She believes that although a part of the major identifies gender imbalances, it is more accurately about finding solutions, looking at people differently, and diving into all its intricacies. She stated, “It’s looking at all areas of society such as race, disability, and sexuality as well as how men are limited by our American culture, so really, it’s a lot of things.”
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Photo courtesy of Cari Coats. Wine bottles line the walls of Spice Route Wines in South Africa’s wine country.
Feminism threatened by radical few Modern-day “radical” feminists threaten to do more harm than good. By Christina Fuleihan
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omen’s organizations have used a variety of platforms to raise awareness and network with advocates, survivors, and the accused; however, recent sexual assault allegations in Hollywood have shown us that an institutionalized veil of silence threatens to stifle feminist movements in even the world’s most liberal societies. Slowly but surely, however, the stigmas are breaking down, and women are finding their voices. Feminism is not a trend, nor is it a slogan on a fashionable t-shirt. Feminism is a political and social movement, a way of life, and an ideology that advocates equal rights across all genders. In developing countries with fundamental and radicalized patriarchal societies, it is even more necessary that women have a platform and a movement they can identify with. However, in many countries where women face the worst gender inequalities, the label of Western feminism serves as a reproach, rather than a badge. For feminist movements to succeed in developing nations, these movements need to be moldable to the aims of different movements, groups, and identities. In recent years, third-world feminists have worked to make the movement their own and separate it from strictly Western ideals.
However,, misconceptions about feminism often cause feminists to be falsely labelled as ‘man-haters.’ This ‘man-hating’ backlash continues to be fueled by ignorance and the oratory of a few radical feminists; though it is widely misdirected and inappropriate, feminists have to defend themselves from these accusations on a regular basis. Gender inequalities are widely prevalent in developed and developing countries alike. From income wage gaps and domestic violence to female genital mutilation and child marriage, feminist movements are needed now more than ever. There are a plethora of causes that need to be addressed. But, as long as a few radical feminists provoke angry and sexist rhetoric, feminism will not be accepted. Radical feminism is a crutch to the movement, not an answer. Over the last few weeks, it has been empowering to see the world stand up and support the survivors of Hollywood elites, like Weinstein and Spacey. Yet, a few radical liberals can do more to harm the movement in an instant than the thousands of brave men and women who have advocated for equality and victim rights over the years. Unfortunately, in the midst of a powerful feminist movement invalidating the power of sexual abusers and harassers in Hollywood, a few stray voices have been pushing the public away from the movement. When Emily Lindin, a U.S. Teen Vogue writer, tweeted, “I’m not actually at all concerned
about innocent men losing their jobs over false sexual assault/harassment allegations,” she was sending a sexist message that not only opposed the ideals of our judicial system, but feminist ideals, as well. Such radical messages promote misconceptions about a movement focused on equality and human rights. It seems hard to believe that true feminists, as some of the advocates for radical feminism claim to be, would spread such nonsense. Yet, whether it be for attention or to provoke a reaction, radical feminists like Lena Dunham spout messages like these on a regular basis. These radical feminist ideologies threaten equality and alienate men and women sympathizers alike. Unfortunately, once we associate this radical rhetoric with the feminist movement, real problems arise. Accusers begin to lose credibility, and survivors become victimized all over again. In this way, radical feminists do more damage to the feminist cause than even the most prevailing anti-feminist movements. Such radicalized expressions do even more damage to thirdworld feminist movements by discrediting and disenfranchising minority feminist causes. Therefore, it is especially key that we differentiate between real and radical feminism. One crusade is founded on equality, while the other is rooted in anger.
Sobering South Africa experience Cape Town winery offers hope and opportunity in post-apartheid South Africa. By Cari Coats
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e met Licia Solomons and a group of her co-workers on an excursion into the South African wine country. A day of sipping world class wines and merrymaking was on the agenda. Our group, a multi-disciplinary representation of Rollins faculty and staff, was very much looking forward to it. Licia is a colored, single mother. Now, before you get offended by the term “colored,” you must come to terms, as we did, with what is the legal and very acceptable terminology to delineate race in South Africa— white, colored (mixed race), and black. Licia’s race is only part of her story. She is also a master winemaker and the assistant winemaker at Spice Route Wines, part of the Fairview Wines and Cheese family of companies. Licia’s co-workers were also colored, and black, and mostly female, yet hold similar positions of responsibility. To say they are an anomaly, an exception, pioneers, role models, beacons of hope in post-apartheid South Africa where discrimination and the inherent struggle of the lower class remains front and center, is an understatement. The South African wine country is located just outside Cape Town. Fairview, owned by the Back family, is one of the oldest and most successful win-
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eries in the region dating back to the 1600s when winemaking first began in South Africa. Fairview, with over 300,000 visitors a year, is one of the area’s most visited wineries. Charles Back is Fairview’s third generation Back family leader. He believes that “to be a true capitalist one must have a very strong social conscience”. You see that play out in how he has structured his companies and empowered his workforce. Low-level employees are trained and promoted into positions of responsibility; they’re included in decisions and the formulation of strategy. Several workers have left to start their own companies and now do business with Fairview. Back restructured Fairview in the early 2000’s to distribute shares to employees as a reward for long and outstanding service. Charles Back and his family of companies are a stirring example of how visionary leadership and a commitment to authentic corporate social responsibility can truly empower and change lives. Like most South African industries, the business of winemaking has a dark past of “white” economic success fueled by a disenfranchised, multi-ethnic workforce. Understanding its history was sobering. Learning how Fairview is changing the narrative for Licia, her co-workers and future generations of South Africans, was inspiring. If you’re ever in South Africa, you must visit Fairview. Remember it’s legacy of empowerment., and definitely try the Pinotage.
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Photo courtesy of Scott Cook photos George Takei speaking in January 2017 in the Alfond gymnasium. Takei, famous for his role in Star Trek and promotion of LGBTQ+ rights, is being accused of sexual assault.
Rollins speaker George Takei accused of sexual assault Following allegations of sexual assault, Rollins community members see Star Trek star in new light. By Heather Borochaner
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ecent sexual assault allegations against actor, director, author, and activist George Takei, widely known for his role as Hikaru Sulu in the Star Trek franchise, has left many fans devastated and confused. Some Rollins community members are left questioning his integrity after recent contact with him via his collaboration with the Winter Park Institute last spring. The accusations came from former model and actor Scott R. Brunton, who claimed that Takei had taken advantage of him after Brunton’s break up with his then-boyfriend in 1981. Brunton claimed that after having a drink with Takei, he felt very disoriented and needed to lie down, passing out soon after and waking up to Takei groping him. Takei fully denies these allegations and claims that he does not even remember meeting Brunton, who said that he gathered the courage to come out with his story after seeing the support for the victims of the Harvey Weinstein scandal. To make the situation worse
for Takei, he had made different statements on a radio show hosted by Howard Stern in an October interview. When Stern asked if Takei had ever grabbed a man by his genitals against his will, Takei laughed and said “uh oh” in response. He was prodded further and asked if he had ever done so in his workplace, to which Takei responded that it only ever happened at home, a statement that seems to match with Brunton’s retelling of his experience. However, Takei made a statement on Facebook saying that his jokes were not in good taste, but he had simply been playing the role of the “naughty gay grandpa,” a reoccurring part on Stern’s show. Last year, Takei spoke to students at Rollins in an event hosted by the Winter Park Institute. Dr. Gail Sinclair, the Executive Director and Scholar in Residence at the Winter Park Institute offered a statement on how the situation would have been handled if Takei had been scheduled to visit the campus after this allegation broke. “All sexual assault accusations must be taken seriously, and the recent charge against George Takei is troubling,” said
Sinclair. “Very little about the situation has been confirmed except that it allegedly took place in the 1980s and that Mr. Takei denies the charge, but whatever the end result for any of the recent accusations, the fact that victims now feel empowered to tell their stories and to seek justice is a positive outcome for a terrible situation.” Sinclair continued by mentioning that the Winter Park Institute cannot say whether they would allow Takei to come to campus had the situation happened this year. “This is a hypothetical question that cannot be appropriately answered without real-life details, but we would have engaged in conversation with upper administration to make the best decision considering specific circumstances.” Takei is one of many prominent men in Hollywood that have been accused of sexually abusing others, and even Takei himself said that it was an abuse of power when talking about the allegations against Kevin Spacey. It is difficult to tell what will come of the accusations and how many more there will be, but it has certainly shed light on some of Hollywood’s darkest corners.
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Vandalism plagues Elizabeth and Sutton Halls Destruction to residential halls forces innocent students to pay. By Maura Leaden
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nidentified individuals recently committed acts of vandalism in two residential halls, Sutton Apartments and Elizabeth Hall, resulting in the distribution of repair costs amongst residents. The hall directors of Sutton Apartments and Elizabeth Hall, graduate student Brittany Edwards and Jack Allen ’18 respectively, are faced with handling the consequences. They reported that they were disheartened to witness such destruction where they and other students call their home. Even worse, since no one took responsibility for their actions, they had to charge multiple residents for damages that they did not cause. Edwards admitted, “It hurts my heart to know that students are engaging in this behavior.” However, the reality is that it may not be the residents; it may be their guests. One specific problem Sutton Hall experienced was a kick to the wall, which resulted in a hole on the fifth floor right outside a resident‘s door. The cost for repair will be around $200, since the hole is relatively small. Since it was unclear who caused the damage, the cost was split across the residents of the fifth floor. It “comes out to $3.68 for each person,” said Edwards. This caveat lies in the Housing Agreement that every on-campus Rollins student signs. “Students are responsible for care of public areas and furnishings,” it reads. Public areas are designated as “hallways, stairwells, lounges, kitchens, bathrooms, chapter rooms, study rooms, meeting rooms, recreation areas, pool/pool deck, etc.” This means that “‘Common-Billing’ charges may be made to residents of an apartment, section, wing, floor or entire building (as appropriate),” continues the Housing Agreement, which Edwards quoted in her email to Sutton residents. Charges will be “divided equally among residents of a particular
area.” Edwards shared that she and the Residential Life staff struggled to decide who should be charged for the damage. Fairness is hard to judge, but they decided it was more reasonable to charge the fifth floor than the whole building. “It’s tragic the way our system of responsibility is set up,” commented Edwards. When describing the damages in Elizabeth Hall, Allen noted the “RA bulletin boards that have been torn down, dividers in the first-floor bathrooms that have been forcefully ripped from the wall, and an unknown black substance that was left to cement [in] the men‘s bathroom on the second floor.” Also, “the exit sign on the second-floor stairwell was smashed.” In an email to the residents of Elizabeth Hall, Allen addressed these damages, saying, “The RAs have given their time and effort into creating bulletin boards, decorations and door tags for you all to create a vibrant community.” Furthermore, the damage affects other individuals besides the students. According to Allen, “The housekeeping staff have had to work extra hours to clean up several of the messes made in our building.” Edwards and Allen both agreed that this is not a problem at Rollins as a whole. Most community members show consistent respect for their halls. Edwards and Allen feel that the biggest problem in this situation is that students do not report others, even when they know who caused the damage. Edwards feels that residents’ biggest fear is being titled a snitch. She said that the most common thing people ask is, “If we
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know anything, it’s confidential, right?” She tried to remind her residents that reporting others is not tattling, “It’s an act of public service!” In regard to what occupies students’ worries, she said that they are split about 50/50 between concerns about the actual damage and concerns about being charged for something they did not do. According to Edwards, some students asked why there are no cameras in the hallways to solve this problem. She explained, “It’s always been a privacy concern.” There are currently no cameras in the hallways of residence halls because students travel to and from the bathroom in order to shower. Cameras in the hallway would create the effect that “Big Brother’s watching you.” However, Edwards questions how true that is for a building like Sutton, which does not have communal bathrooms. She commented that it might be a question that could be addressed, but at the same time, “you have to think about how frequent these things occur.” The one good thing that came out of this ordeal, shared Edwards, was the leadership that she saw among her residents. There were some people “trying to get the responsible person to come forward about their actions.” If residents could not manage that, some said that they were willing to pay for the cost of the damage. They were even asking some of those who were financially priveleged to make donations to a fund, as some people are not capable of paying. According to Edwards, there were “so many eyes and ears on our floor dedicated to the Rollins community.”
Since no one took responsibility for their actions, they had to charge multiple residents for damages they did not cause.
Photo by Jack Allen
Dividers in the men’s bathroom of Elizabeth Hall have been damaged and broken off of the walls.
Photo by Jack Allen
Bulletin board in Elizabeth Hall has been vandalized and all announcements stolen and removed.
Photo by Jack Allen
A sink littered with an unknown black substance.
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The wall of a Sutton hallway has been kicked in, with a large hole that requires all residents to pay for the damage.
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deaths for those 24 and under have nearly doubled since 2005. In May, Florida Governor Rick Scott declared a public health emergency over opioid abuse. He has proposed a strict three-day limit on opioid prescriptions, as well as mandatory reporting by physicians to the state’s prescription database (which is currently used by less than a quarter of Floridian physicians). According to the Center for Disease Control, legislation preventing over-prescription and increasing the availability of Narcan are the best ways to curb this crisis afflicting the United States.
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he concert held in Knowles Chapel prior to Thanksgiving break served an immediate and powerful purpose: to offer awareness and support to the people of Puerto Rico amid the aftermath of recent hurricanes. The concert began with original songs written by Rollins students, including “Broken Strings,” inspired by the singer’s guitar string actually snapping; “Clouds;” the beautifully sung French “La Verite” or “The Truth;” and “Somewhere in a Bar,” detailing the feelings of re-encountering a former lover. Whether joyful or sad in theme, the songs all had a hopeful undercurrent. This was followed by the lead act, Rollins’ very own alumnus and "The Voice" semifinalist, Christian Cuevas. Cuevas mentioned to the audience that he has family in Puerto Rico, and that this cause strikes him deeply and personally. The chapel allowed the voices and instruments to resonate while keeping everything else silent; the setting was the ideal blend of solemn and hopeful. Imposing though the chapel interior may be, Cuevas’ music quickly pulled any harshness from the air. His style, with its notes of jazz, produced soft, gently smiling melodies that had audience members swaying and swinging along. He punctuated his tone well by asking audience members at one point to turn to the people
next to them and say, “you are valuable.” Cuevas played several original songs, such as “The Garden,” an ode to reckless, carefree love; “Is This Love,” a testimony to being in love with someone “who will be the death of you”; and “Clocks,” inspired by and about taking one’s time. The themes in these songs— hope, optimism, faith, and love above all—are the only things the most unfortunate Puerto Ricans expect to receive; this concert aimed to at least try to change that. The most moving piece of the concert was Cuevas’ “Mi Orgullo,” sung entirely in Spanish. Cuevas described the writing process for this melody as swift and effortless; he explains its inspiration as the pride a Puerto Rican feels at claiming both the US and Puerto Rican flags. It encourages “busca la luz ahora en la oscuridad," translated as, “Look for the light now, in the darkness.” This piece received a standing ovation. Throughout the entirety of the concert, there was a jar in front of the performers to which audience members could further donate money to support the people of Puerto Rico. As the concert progressed, more and more people stood up to make a donation. Presumably, President Cornwell’s aim for the concert was in line with the college’s mission. By raising awareness and encouraging support of issues beyond the continental U.S., Cornwell hoped to make students into responsible leaders and global citizens.
Though certainly present on campus, opioid use is rarely discussed. “I honestly didn’t know that opioid usage was that big on campus, but I totally agree that more training as a whole for campus safety is super important,” said Mica Castro ‘19. The Wellness Center has a full-time substance abuse specialist on staff to support any member of the campus community facing addiction. Student prescription opioid use has risen dramatically in
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rently a major shortcoming in the building. However, the new plans feature new elevators and more-accessible landscaping immediately surrounding the building. Additionally, the open floor plans will help all students, disabled or otherwise, with way-finding around the building. More bathrooms will also abound in the new building. Mills will include four individual toilet rooms on each floor.
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Other spaces will include the offices and workspaces of Student Media. WPRK and The Sandspur will be consolidated in the basement. It is important to note that the post office will be moved elsewhere on campus, although no new location was specified. Finally, more recreational space will be added. The current
Off-Campus Student Lounge will return to its original status as a small film theater where community screenings, like those held by the Film Society, can take place. Further plans include adding a community kitchen and dining space where students can cook with each other. There will also be new “makerspaces” where students will have access to 3D printers and other tools. In terms of accessibility, there is a major focus on it in the new designs. This is cur-
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Rollins’ feminist hotspot Voices for Women looks to grow campus involvement through discussion and activities.
Upcoming Campus Events Nov. 30 ‣ Senior Art Exhibition, 12-2 p.m., CFAM 103 ‣ SAAC 3rd Annual Dodgeball Tournament, Mckean Gym, 12:30 p.m. ‣ EcoRollins Meeting, Sullivan House, 1 p.m. ‣ Sense and Sensibility, 8 p.m.
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Members of Voices for Women and affiliated Rollins students march in downtown Orlando in the 2017 Women's March. Today, the organization is more active than ever, promoting events and discussions on campus, which coincide with the message the Women's March promoted back in January.
By Delilah Gonzalez
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n the Rollins campus, many organizations actively engage in the community. Voices for Women in particular has recently gained a larger presence. One of their presidents, Kenzie Helmick ‘19, is particularly excited about their increased campus involvement. Helmick outlined the many goals Voices for Women holds for this academic year, including promoting intersectional feminism. Intersectional feminism is acknowledging the inseparable web of oppression that derives from factors of gender, class, sexuality, ability, race, and ethnicity. Helmick added that they hope to spread this message to more than just the Rollins campus through community outreach and educational discussions. This semester, they have held activities such as a menstrual and hair care drive featured at their Walk for Women’s Equality, bake sales to benefit women’s hygiene in India, and handing out
free t-shirts which read, “Feminism is Cool.” Their many discussions have included topics such as the incarceration of women, feminism in other cultures and countries, and sports inequalities. The main event hosted by Voices for Women every spring semester is the annual performance of the “Vagina Monologues.” Helmick said, “Every spring semester Voices for Women hosts the Vagina Monologues, which anyone, no matter their acting experience, can audition for and participate in.” Regarding admission price, Helmick mentioned last year’s fee ws a donation of menstrual products to Harbor House of Central Florida. If spring semester seems too far away for a student to start participating, Voices for Women will also continue their weekly meetings throughout the month of December. Regarding the strides that Voices for Women has made this past semester, Helmick was proud to discuss previous fundraisers and awareness cam-
paigns. “Every week we host a different discussion about a unique topic related to feminism and social justice. These conversations are always enlightening and thought-provoking, and I feel as though each week, I am blown away by how considerate and insightful feminists on campus truly are.“ She continued, “Just recently, we hosted a week-long menstrual and hair care product drive, during which we filled an entire 20x20 box with shampoo, conditioner, tampons, and pads, all to be donated to Harbor House of Central Florida.” While Voices for Women has held many boast-worthy events this past semester, Helmick was proudest of the end result of the organization’s hard work. “This semester I think we've managed to establish a newfound presence on campus, creating an atmosphere in which it is considered okay, and even encouraged, to label yourself as a fierce, badass feminist,” Helmick said. “It's been awesome to see people wearing our feminist merchandise and supporting the
overall message of feminism.” The club’s central message and attendees encourage open conversation during their meetings. When speaking with student Patricia Rodriguez ‘20 about her experience with the club from an outside perspective, she mentioned that the best way to get involved with the club was to pay attention to their active email notices. Rodriguez went to one meeting after receiving an email and described the meeting as laidback and educational, feeling comfortable to share her own insights over what was discussed that day. “The topic was women in prison and their rights, and I felt welcomed and free to share,” Rodriguez described. When asked if she would become more involved in the club, she affirmed that she would be going to more meetings to get a better feel for the organization and see what else it has to offer. Voices for Women meetings are every Tuesday at 12:45 p.m. in the Lucy Cross Center.
Dec. 1 ‣ Rollins Improv Players, 1-2 p.m. ‣ CFAM Seasonal Social and Open House, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. ‣ Solo performance by Tenor Stephen R. Velazquez accompanied by Kathy Slage, CFAM, 11 a.m. ‣ Sense and Sensibility, 8 p.m.
Dec 2. ‣ Songs of the Season, Dr. Phillips Center, 6 p.m.
Dec. 3 ‣ Early Add/Drop Ends, 11:59 p.m.
Dec. 5 ‣ Movie Night with ACM, Bush 301, 5:30 p.m. ‣ NVivo Workshop, Olin Teaching Lab, 225, 12:30–1:45 p.m. ‣ Leading with Emogional Intelligence, Faculty Club, 5-6 p.m.
SPORTS
8 Upcoming Sports Events Nov. 30 ‣ Men’s and Women’s Swimming, SCAD Invitational, Savannah, GA
Dec. 1 ‣ Men’s and Women’s Swimming, SCAD Invitational, Savannah, GA
Dec. 2 ‣ Men’s and Women’s Swimming, SCAD Invitational, Savannah, GA ‣ Women’s Basketball @ Barry, 2 p.m. ‣ Men’s Basketball @ Barry, 4 p.m.
Photos courtesy of Rollins Sports Senior standouts Sam Philpot, top, and Jeff Merton charge the net, looking to score against Puerto Rico Bayamon and Florida Memorial in last Tuesday’s games. Philpot scored a career high of 31 points against Puerto Rico Bayamon, earning him SCC player of the week.
Men’s basketball continues win streak Team wins close games against Puerto Rico Bayamon and Florida Memorial. Dec. 4 ‣ HOME: Men’s Basketball vs. Southeastern, 7 p.m.
Dec 5. ‣ HOME: Men’s Basketball vs. Warner, 7 p.m.
By Heather Borochaner
hborochaner@rollins.edu
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eeping their newly earned win streak, the Rollins Men’s Basketball team beat University of Puerto Rico Bayamon 99—88. It was a hard-earned, nail-biting victory for the Tars who hope to keep their momentum throughout the season after suffering two straight losses at the beginning. The Tars and the Cowboys shot back and forth when it came to quickly climbing the scoreboard. Puerto Rico had a fivepoint head-start, while Rollins struggled to keep possession of the ball long enough to dribble it down the court and into the net.
Once their offense came together, they showed they were a force to be reckoned with, raising their score with the Cowboys trailing behind. The Tars managed to nearly tie it up by the end of the first half, but Rollins came through with a burst of energy and widened the score gap 51—37 in the final minutes. Even after the break, the Tars did not give the Cowboys room to breathe. Puerto Rico was under heavy pressure to catch up, but they could not make it. The gap between their scores had grown to 80—58, but it was only the first half of the second quarter and the Cowboys tried desperately to clutch a victory. With only a little over five
minutes left, the Puerto Rican players had their own scoring burst, quickly reducing the point gap to single digits with a fast victory in reach. However, it would not be enough. The Tars came through, pushing back to recreate the gap and securing their win in the last seconds of the game. Although Puerto Rico scored more points overall in the second half, 51 to Rollins’ 48, it was not enough to override their loss in the first half. The game came with achievements for many of the Rollins players. Sam Philpott ‘18, the SSC Player of the Week, scored 31 out of 99 points for his team, beating his previous high of 27 points. Eric Castaneda
‘19, Jeff Merton ‘18, and Connor Mckim ‘20 all also scored high for the team, delivering points of 22, 14, and 12 points respectively. In the past, Rollins has only lost to Puerto Rico Bayamon once out of nine games. They will not be versing them again this season. The Tars continued on the next day to have another win against Florida Memorial University with a close score of 66— 64 due to a last second clutch. Their win-loss record is now at 4—2, their win streak going strong. Their next home game will be against Southeastern University on Dec. 4 at 7 p.m.