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ollins is about to embark on several years of capital projects, starting with a complete renovation to Mills Memorial Hall. As the center of campus, the building is expected to be a hub for student activity and a full representation of Rollins’ mission; however, its outdated structure and former purpose as a library prevents it from accomplishing those goals. Starting this summer, Mills will undergo a complete transformation to be more student-focused and oriented towards the college’s mission of developing students as global citizens and responsible leaders. On pages 4 and 5 of this issue, you will find some tentative and developing design plans that lay out the future of the building.
See photos and full article inside The back side of Mills, which faces towards the campus center, will be redesigned, with one tentative idea having three arches in the center.
Fred Stone deemed uninhabitable Rollins is forced to shut down and condemn the theater due to the unsafe conditions. By Kendall Clarke
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ollins Department of Facilities Management officially condemned the Fred Stone Theatre. The department determined that the building posed significant safety risk to students, classes, Rollins Improv Players shows, and the upcoming Second Stage Series production of On the Verge. As a result, all theater and dance activities that would have taken place in this building have been forced to move to an off-campus building. Dr. David Charles, head of
the Department of Theatre & Dance, explained how the Fred Stone ultimately came to be condemned: “members of the department noticed that some of the acoustic panels attached to the theatre walls had fallen off over spring break and we passed along these concerns to facilities whose staff assessed the situation and ultimately made the call to condemn the building.” The Fred Stone was condemned the afternoon of March 23, 2018. Dr. Charles stated that the college, “has been moving fast to secure a new temporary home for the department so there has
been no major disruption in our classes.” As of Monday, March 26, all Fred Stone activities were moved to the second floor of the Pioneer building, a closed building that was previously used for the Holt Evening School. Though the transition was quick, it was far from smooth. This is especially so for the production team of On the Verge. Nicole Colangelo ‘18, director of On the Verge, expressed some of the difficulties she and her team faced: “It was hard to receive this news at home alone since it greatly affects my senior project and the work of so many of my fellow classmates….
There was a moment when our show was floating around without a space to call home. Luckily the department facility was very supportive and pushed for everything to be prepped as soon as possible to allow us time to transition into the new space,” stated Colangelo. The cast and team of On the Verge have been able to find a silver lining to this situation. “While this experience has been trying, it has brought the entire team closer together,” said Colangelo. “I feel confident that we will be prepared for the show to open. The show must go on!” Currently, there are plans
in place for a replacement of the Fred Stone Theater. Dr. Charles stated, “We are currently in the early design stages for the new Theatre & Dance arts building that will include a new black box theatre space. We had hoped to utilize the current Fred Stone Theatre at least into the summer.” Dr. Charles continued that the recent news, “has complicated current programming but doesn’t change the current new building process other than, perhaps, underscoring the true need for appropriate and safe spaces for theatre and dance on campus.”
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rennan Bennett was a beloved son, brother, and member of the Rollins community. He is remembered as a caring friend, teammate, and talented scholar. As a member of the junior varsity baseball team, Bennett loved watching and playing baseball all his life. He played infield for the Tars this year after transferring from Furman University. His teammates admired his natural poise on the field and love for the game; he was always looking to take one more extra ground ball during practice. As a student, Bennett was a sophomore physics major with a keen interest in outer space and
the cosmos. Terri Pyle, Bennett’s humanities professor, recalls just how smart, polite, and intellectually deep Bennett was. Pyle said, “Everyone you meet here at Rollins—student, professor, athlete—has something to share and can totally open up your world if you just listen. I appreciated the talks Brennan and I had together in the short time that I knew him.” During her time as Bennett’s professor, he opened her mind up to a new Netflix series, “Cosmos: a Spacetime Odyssey,” and gave her some downtime reading on the subject, too. Pyle remembers one of Bennett’s last papers and still has a photo she took of it while grading it alongside the Turkish Marmara Sea and mountains of
Kocaeli—the paper was too good not to capture. His writing was fluent and thoughtful; he was a talented scholar with an open mind. He received an “A” on the paper. Bennett shared an article with Pyle, titled “The Cosmic Perspective” by Neil Degrasse Tyson from the Natural History Magazine. The article touches on how different people, depending on their socioeconomic status and lifestyle, experience and view the cosmos. One line in the article reads, “We are not simply in the universe, the universe is in us.” Bennett, wherever you are now, in the cosmos or not, you and your family will always be in the Rollins community’s thoughts. Rest in peace.
Warning signs of suicide: • Talking about wanting to die • Looking for a way to kill oneself • Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose • Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain • Talking about being a burden to others • Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs • Acting anxious, agitated or recklessly • Sleeping too little or too much • Withdrawing or feeling isolated • Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge • Displaying extreme mood swings What to do if someone you know exhibits warning signs of suicide: • Do not leave the person alone • Remove any firearms, alcohol, drugs or sharp objects that could be used in a suicide attempt • Call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) • Take the person to an emergency room or seek help from a medical or mental health professional
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Goodbye, Fred Stone The building’s recent “uninhabitable” state makes theater student recall positive memories.
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he Rollins community says goodbye to the beloved Fred Stone Theatre. The Fred Stone Theatre represented so many different things. It was a (dilapidated) hub of student leadership, fearlessness, collaboration, and learning. All of these things speak to the core of what Rollins stands for. In this space, with peeling paint, noisy AC, and a rodent problem, students in class delivered their first monologues, directed their first scenes and improvised for the first time. Students directed and designed entire productions, creating tangible culminations of their time here at Rollins. People painted and repainted the floor, put together beautifully simplistic sets, and created incredible light and sound designs from the booth. Rollins Players had meetings in the space, and came in on weekends for load-ins and to “Love the Fred,” patching up what they could. Rollins Improv Players called the Fred home for its first fifteen years, creating a successful and vibrant troupe on campus. Thousands of people from the community poured into the tiny Fred to watch improv shows, class performances, and full-scale productions, all of which were labors of student love. The Fred, as humble and aged as it was, was our home. For majors, minors, and others involved in the department, it was a place that was truly ours as students, where we felt safe and free to learn, create, and perform. When our need for a new space was finally recognized by the college, we were so happy that we were going to have a new building at last. We knew the transition period would be difficult, but we were excited. We prepared ourselves to say goodbye to the Fred in May. On Wednesday, March 21, I performed in the Fred Stone Theater for the last time, unbeknownst to me. On Friday, March 23, I walked into and out of the Fred for the last time. Thirty minutes after I left the space, we were told that the building had been deemed unsafe, the
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doors had been locked and no one was allowed inside ever again. It was as if we had been preparing for a friend to move away in a few months, and he disappeared suddenly in the middle of the night. There was no goodbye or preparations for what to do next, no last performance or last bow. Aside from the realization that we had been working and learning and playing in a space that could have come crumbling down on us at any second, the shock of losing the building so suddenly hit all of us hard. Our final student production of the year, as well as our remaining improv shows and multiple classes, were hastily shifted into temporary spaces. In the Fred Stone, I have been moved to tears and I have laughed until I cried on multiple occasions. I love it for the memories it holds and I hate it for how run-down and, apparently, dangerous it is. The Fred has been condemned, but what the Fred represents is as alive as it ever was. Student productions are still happening and will still happen next year, and Rollins Players is still supporting them at every turn. Rollins Improv Players continues to bring students together to laugh, cry, and think about things differently. Performance and directing classes are still providing top-quality training to students. For the next two years, our shows may be lower-tech, have less seating, and be less conveniently located. However, they will still be amazing shows, put on by students who truly care about doing their best, no matter the circumstances. I am heartbroken that I will have graduated by the time the “new Fred” is ready for use, but I am excited to keep the spirit of the Fred alive until then. What happened in the Fred will now likely happen in many different spaces, until a new building is ready that can house all of these awesome things and more under one roof again. When that space is ready, the students will be there, grateful and ready for a permanent home. Until then, we will carry on the spirit of the Fred and continue to exhibit the values that we always have.
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Mills renovation plans reflect Rollins’ values The new renovations to the heart of campus will better support students and reflect the College’s core mission. By Heather Borochaner
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T A bird’s-eye view of the first floor (top) gives a conceptual idea of how the student spaces will be situated next to student media spaces like WPRK.
Classrooms, projected to be located on the third floor, will have tables and large white boards designed for collaboration.
his summer, renovation work will begin on the Mills building in order to realign it with Rollins’ core mission of preparing students for global citizenship and responsible leadership. A chunk of the reasoning behind the upcoming renovation is that, currently, when visitors see Mills sitting prominently in the center of our campus, they assume it must be an important building. However, upon entering, it can be rather underwhelming, and its role is not immediately clear. One of the primary goals of the renovation is to bring the interior of Mills into concordance with its impressive exterior. “Mills should be our Cinderella Castle,” said Mickie Meyer, the Lord family assistant vice president for Student Affairs. Fairytales have their place, but the reality of the renovated Mills building will be a new mission center of student engagement and activity focused around Rollins’ core missions. Students will have spaces to meet, interact, and work together on projects, showcasing twenty-first-century liberal arts in action. Fundamentally, the new spaces will give students many opportunities to collaborate, setting in motion their productive lives and meaningful careers. As Meyer said, “Student organizations are our top priority.” Mills Memorial Hall was built in 1951 as Rollins’ second library. The beams and stacks you see today represent the specific needs of that structure; furthermore, its design is not up to date with today’s academic or accessibility standards. Therefore, while giving students a space to come together, the renovations will also make the building fully functional and accessible. Meyer explained that everything used in the con-
struction process will be locally sourced, and, when possible, recycled materials will be used. Much of the new incarnation of Mills will be designed in glass, with the rooms and halls containing modern, movable furniture reminiscent of the Bush Science Center, which shares the same architect as Mills: Melissa Burns. The entire building is to become more stude nt- or ie nted, with a focus on technology and sustainability. The tentative plans divide the building into three floors. The first floor will contain the Center for Career & Life Planning, the Office of External & Competitive Scholarships Advisement, the Pre-Health Professions Advising Program, and Student Media, which will include WPRK and The Sandspur. The second floor will constitute the Center for Leadership & Community Engagement, the Social Entrepreneurship & Business Program, the Social Entrepreneurship & Innovation Hub, the Office of International Programs, the Office of International Student & Scholar Services, and the Rollins College Sustainability Program. The third floor will be home to the Galloway Room, two seminar rooms, and two classrooms. There will also be a film-screening room, a podcast/recording room, and the Fox Den—a student lounge that comes with a kitchenette where students can cook meals and hang out. The building will be decorated in the Mediterranean style, a large part of Rollins’ charm,
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but with a modern twist. Artwork and decoration will tell the stories of both current students and alums and may include a world map displaying where students are doing independent studies or otherwise making an impact on the world. While construction is going on, the current faculty, staff, and student organizations that occupy Mills will be temporarily relocated to various places. Con st r uc t ion is due to start this July and be completed before students arrive back on campus for the Fall semester of 2019. St udents should expect sidewalk and lawn closures, crews and large equipment, and demolit ions throughout the year. There will be meetings to impart information to students, and campus-wide updates will be sent over e-mail when needed. The Mills renovation is only one of approximately 12 building projects that will be going on across campus, including the addition of a new residential hall. “We are about to embark on more capital projects than ever seen in the history of Rollins,” said Meyer. “The only other time Rollins has seen such a volume of construction and improvement was when Hamilton Holt himself was present on campus over 70 years ago.... Holt’s ideals of making quality education accessible for everyone is continuing to be pursued by these construction projects.”
The reality of the renovated Mills building will be a new mission center of student engagement and activity focused around Rollins’ core missions.
The photos on this page are evolving concepts. The designs shown, including the colors, furniture, and architecture will likely change between now and when construction begins.
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First floor: Career & life planning, Student Media (Sandspur and WPRK), and competitive scholarships.
The offices placed on the first floor will be designed specifically for student engagement and collaborative workspace.
Second floor: Leadership & community engagement, social innovation & entrepreneur hub, international programs and scholarly services, and sustainability office.
(Left) A small kitchen space, tentatively named the “Fox Den,� will be for Rollins students, staff, and outside vendors to use. (Middle) The office spaces for employees will all be the same size with see-through windows, similar to Bush. The layout of the floor is designed to bring integrated offices together.
Third floor: Galloway room, two classrooms, and two seminar rooms.
Two seminar rooms, with a conceptual design shown to the left, will be placed alongside two classrooms and the Galloway room (right) , which is anticipated to be larger and more inclusive than the current Galloway room in Mills today. The wood paneling throughout the building is projected to come from locally-sourced cedar.
The photos on this page are evolving concepts. The designs shown, including the colors, furniture, and architecture will likely change between now and when construction begins.
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Upcoming Campus Events
April 5
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‣ 4th Annual Wellness Street Fair, Mills Lawn, 3 - 5 p.m. ‣ J.S Bach - A Cantana and a Brandenburg Concerto, Tiedtke Concert Hall, 7 p.m. April 6
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‣ “A Voice for the Voiceless” Immersion to Melrose, Florida ‣ Latin American Studies Symposium, Galloway Room, 12 p.m. April 7
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‣ “A Voice for the Voiceless” Immersion to Melrose, Florida ‣ Fishing Tournament, Rollins College, 10 a.m. ‣ Free Dog Wash, Warren Parking Lot, 10 a.m. April 8
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‣ “A Voice for the Voiceless” Immersion to Melrose, Florida April 9
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April 10
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‣ Rollins Rally Against Violence, Mills Lawn, 12 p.m. ‣ Think 4 Action, Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub, 5:30 p.m. ‣ Concert Wind Ensemble, Tiedtke Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m. ‣ Tuesday Night Trivia, Dave’s Boathouse, 8 p.m. April 11
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‣ Vocal Master Class, Tiedtke Concert Hall, 12:30 p.m. ‣ 'On the Verge,' Pioneer Hall, 8 p.m. ‣ Concert: Percussion Ensemble, Tiedtke Concert Hall, 7:30 p.m.
'On the Verge' set to open next week Having overcome many obstacles on their way, latest student-directed play will open April 11. By Kendall Clarke
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n April 11, the Second Stage Series welcomes their final show of the season: On the Verge or The Geography of Yearning. Directed by Nicole Colangelo ‘18, On the Verge is a witty, comedy-filled excursion for the ages. On the Verge was written by Eric Overmyer and debuted in 1985 at Baltimore’s Center Stage. Now, Rollins welcomes On the Verge to campus thanks to the hard work and dedication of the Second Stage Series, produced by Rollins Players and completely directed, designed, marketed, and performed by Rollins students. The play follows the adventures of three female Victorian explorers as they bushwhack their way through the fictional land of Terra Incognita. However, these three explorers soon
realize that all is not as it seems when they encounter objects and phrases foreign to their era. The three women are radically unique and independent, each coming from very different exploration backgrounds. Mary Baltimore, played by Faith Artis ‘21, is the leader of the group. The oldest, Baltimore, primarily explores Africa, where she takes a particular interest in anthropological studies and the mating rituals of the people she encounters. Unmarried, Baltimore believes that exploration is her sole calling. Fanny Cranberry, played by Allie Furlong ‘20, is the most conservative of the group. She and Baltimore frequently butt heads, especially in regards to Baltimore’s beloved fictional newspaper, "The Boston Geo." Cranberry is the only married woman of the group, a relationship that she struggles to maintain throughout her travels.
Alexandra Cafuffle, played by Hannah Gonzalez ‘20, is the youngest of the group. Easily excited and fascinated by any new discovery, Cafuffle is a forgetful daydreamer and aspires to become a famous lyricist. She prefers exploring colder climates and is averse to the jungle of Terra Incognita. Cafuffle also frequently mentions her time in Tibet. This dynamic trio treks through the jungle, not only travelling deeper into Terra Incognita but also forward in time. From wayward buttons to magically appearing cream cheese, the journey that these women embark on is far from conventional. Throughout the play, the three women also encounter several different characters and creatures, ranging from a rapping Bridge Troll to a mysterious fortune teller, all of whom are played by Malakai Green ‘18. Each of these three women
react to the future that is suddenly thrust upon them in different ways—the conservative Cranberry being the most resistant of them all. Their blunders as they try to understand the new world before them provide multiple instances of hilarity and confusion, as well as more than a few jabs at historical events. On the Verge is truly an experience; romance, heartbreak, yearning, knowledge, exploration, and adjustment to change are all wrapped up in a whirlwind of loveable and memorable characters and moments. This play will leave you on the verge of your seat. On the Verge will be running from April 11 through 13 at 8 p.m. and April 14 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. It will be shown on the second floor of Pioneer Hall, located behind the Suntrust Parking Garage.
Abdul-Jabbar speaks about inequality The Winter Park Institute welcomes NBA star, activist, speaker, and writer. By Christina Oliveira
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he Winter Park Institute recently gave Rollins students and other members of the Winter Park community an opportunity to listen to writer, activist, and Hall of Fame basketball player Kareem Abdul-Jabbar speak about current political and social issues. Abdul-Jabbar is a six-time NBA champion and the NBA’s only six-time MVP. Aside from basketball, he has written a variety of books, including a political novel titled Writings on the Wall: Searching for a New Equality Beyond Black and White. He has also written many political columns for notable newspapers and magazines, including The Washington Post and Time Magazine. Abdul-Jabbar’s variety of talents and accomplishments was one of the main reasons behind his invitation to speak at Rollins on April 4 at 7:30 p.m. Gail Sinclair, executive director of the Winter Park Institute, stated, “Basketball is only a part of who he is. He is actively engaged in social issues of race, equality,
and social responsibility... He is also a writer with 14 books in various genres.” Abdul-Jabbar’s event at the Alfond Sports Center was predicted to focus on issues of racial inequality and politics. His outspoken presence as a political commentator and activist was ideal for attempting to engage Rollins students and Winter Park residents in thought-provoking conversations. Abdul-Jabbar has been very vocal on a variety of issues, including recent political events, such as Donald Trump’s travel ban. Abdul-Jabbar’s experience in political commentary spans over five decades, starting with his boycott of the 1968 Olympics
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to protest racial inequality in America. Abdul-Jabbar spoke extensively on the racial issues impacting the United States. The conversation was one that could encourage students to speak out against the racial injustices occurring in society. He also spoke about his perspectives on the country’s current political situation. As more young people are using their voices in social justice and politics, his experience in political commentary could have been vital to such students. His experience in writing also had the potential to be greatly beneficial to the Rollins students who attended the event. It formally began when he pub-
Abdul-Jabbar's experience in political commentary spans over five decades, starting with his boycott of the 1968 Olympics....
lished his autobiography, Giant Steps, in 1983. One of his more recent projects was a documentary called Kareem: Minority of One. The film won an Emmy and became HBO’s highest-rated and mostwatched sports documentary. The Winter Park Institute is dedicated to promoting enlightened conversations in both the Rollins community and the Winter Park community. Sinclair said, “We choose speakers we hope will engage our students, faculty, and community in current issues.” Abdul-Jabbar’s speaking engagement wrapped up this current season of the Winter Park Institute. The diverse roster of speakers this season bodes well for the years to come. Sinclair said that their primary goal has always been to “provide a memorable and transformative event.” The Winter Park Institute has been inviting many famous speakers to Rollins for the past decade. Past speakers include esteemed individuals like Jane Goodall and Paul McCartney. They are currently planning next year's line up.
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Maymester class gives students an in-depth look at archeology Dr. Gilmore’s course offers students the opportunity to excavate an ancient Native American site in Central Florida. By Christina Oliveira
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any Rollins students will continue their studies after finals in early May by taking one- to two-monthlong Maymester courses. Central Florida Archaeological Field School is one of the Maymester classes being offered. It is taught by Dr. Zachary Gilmore, assistant professor of anthropology. Dr. Gilmore’s course is a four-week field study where “students will work with archaeologists from Rollins, the University of Central Florida (UCF), and the Florida Bureau of Archaeological Research to investigate a series of 5,000 year-old Native American shell mounds,” found just 15 miles east of Winter Park in the Charles H. Bronson State Forest, Gilmore explained. “I try to emphasize that archaeology [can] illuminate cultural histories that have been ig-
Photos Courtesy of Dr. Zachary Gilmore Dr. Gilmore also teaches other archeology classes at Rollins, as seen above are his students engaging in a lab course.
nored or forgotten in traditional written accounts. In this class, we get [to investigate] multiple Native American sites that have never been studied before, in a region that has been largely neglected by professional archaeologists,” said Gilmore. Students will learn archaeological fieldwork skills such as excavating sites, using ground-penetrating radar survey, and the use of topographic mapping. All of these tools will help them answer lingering questions about a mysterious part of Florida’s history. Another unique aspect is the inclusion of UCF students and faculty. The chance to communicate with colleagues and faculty who do not come from the intimate Rollins campus will broaden students’ networking and communication skills. Despite the name, some Maymester courses go well into the month of June, or go on trips during other summer months.
Classes are usually every day, from Monday to Friday. Some courses are off-campus. General reasons to take a Maymester course include obtaining credits for graduation without students overloading their fall or spring semester schedules. Maymester courses can also help students study a discipline that may not fit with their other fall and spring semester classes or major and minor maps. Although students can only enroll in one Maymester class each summer, the daily class meeting of only one class allows for “unique opportunities for hands-on experiential learning that are generally not possible during the regular academic year,” said Dr. Gilmore. The time and dates of the course are to be announced. Any student interested in Central Florida Archaeological Field School should contact Zachary Gilmore at zgilmore@rollins.edu.
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Conference contenders Women’s golf looks towards conference tournament come late April.
April 6
‣ Men’s and Women’s Rowing at FIRA Championship, Sarasota, Fla. ‣ HOME: Women’s Tennis vs. No. Fla. Southern, Bert Martin Tennis Complex, 4 p.m. ‣ HOME: Baseball vs. No. Fla. Southern, Alfond Stadium, 6 p.m. ‣ Softball @ Embry-Riddle, 6 p.m. April 7
‣ Men’s and Women’s Rowing at FIRA Championship, Sarasota, Fla. ‣ HOME: Men’s tennis vs. PBA, Bert Martin Tennis Complex, 4 p.m. ‣ HOME: Baseball vs. No. Fla. Southern, Alfond Stadium, 3 p.m. ‣ Softball @ Embry-Riddle, 1 & 3 p.m. ‣ Men’s lacrosse @ Fla. Southern, 1 p.m. ‣ Women’s lacrosse @ Fla. Tech, 12 p.m. April 8
‣ Women’s golf @ Harvard Spring Invitational, Osprey Fla. ‣ HOME: Baseball vs. Fla. Southern, 12 p.m.
April 10
‣ Men’s tennis @ Fla. Southern, Lakeland, Fla., 4 p.m.
April 11
‣ HOME: Men’s Lacrosse vs. Tampa 7 p.m.
Photo Courtesy of Rollins Sports Seher Atwal ‘21 is currently ranked second on the team and had a 76.34 stroke average in 12 events.
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he Rollins women’s golf team is looking to make a splash in this month’s Sunshine State Conference Championship. The women have given strong and winning performances in recent tournaments, and the team hopes to drive forward with this momentum toward more success. Their last two tournaments saw the Tars elevate their game. In the first of those, the CBU Buccaneer Spring Classic at Germantown, Tenn., they faced strong competition from St. Leo, who were the 4th-ranked team in the country at the time. On the first day of the tournament, The Tars, ranked 15th, jostled with St. Leo for the lead, holding
first place after the first round only to lose it to St. Leo after the second round. The third and final round fared better for the Tars. With first place on the line, the team posted a score of 302, giving them a total of 922, just edging out St. Leo by three shots. Along with taking first place as a team, the Tars saw several individuals achieve top finishes. Seher Atwal ’20 tied for first for her first collegiate win, while teammates Selin Timur ‘20 and Lexie Toth ‘18 managed to tie for third in the tournament. The Tars did not perform as well in the following tournament, the Barry Women’s Invitational at Miami Lakes, Fla., but they did manage to place 6th in a field of 17 teams. The Tars finished 26 strokes behind top-
ranked Nova Southeastern, who took first place. Atwal was once again the top performer for the Tars. She carded a score of +4, which was good enough to tie for 6th place in the player standings. Atwal saw her team’s latest skill level a good sign heading into postseason play later this month. “I feel we didn’t start off how we wanted; however, we won Buccaneer spring classic, which gave us a confidence boost for the remainder of the season.” Atwal also mentioned the importance of the course that the tournament was played on, as Germantown Country Club will host the upcoming regional tournament. Having a win under their belts on that course could prove pivotal should the
Tars advance to the regionals later this season. That is the expectation, but Atwal plans to aim even higher in the future. She said, “we are all stoked to play the rest of the tournaments and make the regionals as a priority. Further on, we would love to make the nationals and hopefully put on a good show there.” The Tars are nationally ranked and have performed well against top competition all season, so this goal could be well within reach for them. In the meantime, the Tars plan to continue their run of success April 7-8, as they head to Osprey, Fla., for the Harvard Spring Invitational, after which they will travel to Boca Raton to compete for the Sunshine State Conference title.