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THE SPECTRUM VOL. 68 NO. 14 | OCTOBER 18, 2018

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student Alone on the Appalachian Trail: Alexa Ringer’s Former pleads guilty to six-month journey from Georgia to Maine attempted grand ISABELLA NURT

“ I remember writing in my

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It’s a Sunday night, and Alexa Ringer just returned home from her three-day excursion in Canada’s Algonquin Provincial Park. But a weekend is nothing compared to her outdoor accomplishment two years ago before she came to UB. In 2016, Ringer walked from Georgia to Maine –– all alone –– on one of the United States’ longest hiking trails: the Appalachian Trail. But Ringer, a junior urban planning major and the secretary for Outdoor Adventure Club, wasn’t raised with a love of the outdoors. Ringer said her parents would take her on the occasional hike, but it was never something she did often or particularly enjoyed. When Ringer was about to graduate high school, she saw a Facebook post from a friend that struck an adventurous chord in her spirit. “I was never really into it, but then I saw a post that my friend was going to go [on the trail during] a gap year, and I thought it sounded cool,” Ringer said. She jumped on the opportunity, and recorded her thoughts and experiences inside her journal. She recorded the first day’s entry in March

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journal, ‘I could get used to this, I feel so free. I can eat when I want to eat, take a nap when I want to take a nap, I can talk, I don’t have to talk, I can do whatever I want,’” Alexa Ringer said. COURTESY OF MARC NOZELL

and through it, expressed her enthusiasm for her trek into the forest. “I remember writing in my journal, ‘I could get used to this, I feel so free. I can eat when I want to eat, take a nap when I want to take a nap, I can talk, I don’t have to talk, I can do whatever I want,’” Ringer said. Still, it wasn’t all joyous liberation. Just like the trail had its peaks and valleys, so did her mental state and her will to travel on. “When it’s raining and it’s cold and you’re hungry, you’re like ‘this is sort of pointless,

why did I choose to be here,’” Ringer said. Ringer, however, joined the company of thousands of hikers who conquer the trail every year. Of the 3,839 reported Northern bound hikers last year, only 20 to 25 percent made it to Maine, according to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy. This means three out of every four people quit somewhere along the roughly 2,200-mile-long trail. The trail’s terrain is mountainous with slopes of jagged rocks to climb. The weather

Students involved in car crash on Augspurger Road

scene and one driver had a minor injury to their wrist from the impact, according to Deputy Chief of Police Joshua Sticht. The accident happened at 10:55 a.m. outside of the Hochstetter parking lot. University Police’s investigation showed that a driver exiting the Hochstetter B parking lot failed to yield to the right of way when pulling onto Augspurger Road. The vehicle crashed into an oncoming car, Sticht said. The student whose car was hit said drivers on campus should slow down and pay more attention.

Crash results in road closure and minor injury SHARON RUDY STAFF WRITER

A two-car collision on Augspurger Road Wednesday morning resulted in the road’s closure and a 30-minute traffic delay. One of the vehicles was towed from the

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Student bought nearly $29,000 in train tickets using other people’s credit cards MAX KALNITZ SENIOR NEWS EDITOR

A former UB student accused of using other people’s credit cards to buy roughly $29,000 worth of train and bus tickets has plead guilty to one count of attempted grand larceny in Erie County Court, according to the county District Attorney’s Office on Monday. Between the fall of 2016 and spring of 2018, 20-year-old Atsu Bedjean stole $21,028 from Amtrak and $7,764 from Adirondack Trailways, prosecutors said. As a part of his plea deal, Bedjean, a Bronx-native, has agreed to repay the companies restitution. Bedjean sold the tickets to friends and family at a discounted price and kept the illegally earned money. Bedjean faces up to four years in prison as a result of the third-degree plea and will be sentenced on Dec. 12. email: max.kalnitz@ubspectrum.com twitter: @Max_Kalnitz

Fight breaks out in Student Union

COURTESY OF BUFFALO BARSTOOL Two males got into a fist fight last Wednesday in the Student Union. The victim, a UB student, plans on pressing criminal charges against the other person.

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Lunchtime turned violent in the Student Union last Wednesday when two males got into a fist fight. Video of the fight shows two males fighting for roughly 30 seconds before bystanders broke the fight up. The video has over 58,000 views on the Barstool Buffalo Instagram account, as of Wednesday afternoon. Deputy Chief of University Police Joshua Sticht said the victim is a UB student, but UPD is still trying to identify the suspect. The fight reportedly started over a disagreement when one of the participants was talking to the other’s girlfriend, according to Sticht. Sticht said the investigation is still pending, but the victim said that he would like to press criminal charges. Since the incident is still pending, Sticht cannot release any more information. The victim was not seriously injured during the fight. This is a developing story.

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SIX-MONTH JOURNEY can vary, too, from pouring rain to sweltering heat. This alone, even with the comradery of fellow hikers met along the way, can be physically and mentally breaking. When the time alone, mixed with hundreds of miles of trails, became overwhelming, Ringer questioned if there was a point to her trip at all. “The [trip] is not really a resume builder. I have a little patch on my bag that I got for free. But I don’t get anything, I don’t get any money,” Ringer said. Still, Ringer said she knows the trail served a greater purpose in her life.

“I see it [as] a personal development. It wasn’t a vacation, it was working through some s––t, practicing patience and other character traits that have become important to me and I still need to work on,” Ringer said. Ringer said her mother worried about her being alone, as many parents would, but she assured her that she was as safe on the trail as she would be at home. But since its beginnings in the 1930s, the trail has seen nine recorded murders and two attempted. “I am from New York City, and if you look at the murder rates there, it’s a lot higher,” Ringer said with a warm and hearty laugh. On the trail, Ringer would hike an average of 15 miles a day. She said when she hit roadways, she would sometimes hitchhike a

UB flu clinics begin MAX KALNITZ SENIOR NEWS EDITOR

Student Health Services is partnering with the School of Nursing and the

School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences to provide flu shots for students for the next month. Students from the two schools will be administering the shots in various loca-

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few miles to the next town where she could buy food. Sometimes, she didn’t pack enough food in between towns and had to go hungry. From the Blue Ridge Mountains, to crossing the Potomac River, and even trudging up Pennsylvania’s rocky ridges, Ringer finally— after more than six months—made it to Katahdin, Maine. This is the official finish point for Appalachian Trail hikers — a 5,267 foot summit up a mountain. There, she took a final picture of her holding her hiking poles high over her head in a triumphant and glorious pose. Russell Crispell, faculty adviser for the Outdoor Adventure Club, said several of his students have done long-term trail hikes and

the experience “really is transformational.” “The [Appalachian Trail] sort of symbolizes the struggles we face in [our] tough days. The fact that she was able to do it, she’ll go far in life,” Crispell said. Ringer said she plans to complete the Pacific Crest Trail, a trail that crosses the United States from the Mexican to the Canadian border. Between her patience, rigor and determination, Ringer’s trip shaped the direction of her life and she offers advice for any student hoping to take the trail, themselves. “It’s all in your head, if you want to do it, just do it.”

tions across North Campus beginning on Thursday. Most health insurance plans cover the vaccine and patients must provide their health insurance card before receiving a shot. Clinics will be set up in 215 Student Union Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2

p.m. and Oct. 25 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., in C3 Dining Hall on Oct. 23 and 24, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and in the SU lobby on Nov. 8 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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UB holds informational meeting on broad-based fees Nine students attend meeting MAX KALNITZ SENIOR NEWS EDITOR

UB held a informational meeting on broad-based fees Wednesday evening for students to discuss service enhancements or programmatic ideas that are funded by university fees. Broad-based fees are typically charged to all enrolled students and finance activities that benefit the student body. The comprehensive fee is a consolidation of campus-required fees that support several university services. Despite the two-hour meeting being advertised in the Student Union and a reminder being sent to all students on Monday, only nine students attended the meeting.

Among the nine students in attendance were the SBI President, SA treasurer, SA Chief of Staff and GSA treasurer. SA Treasurer Tanahiry Escamilla said the structure of this meeting was different compared to previous years because students had the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback for fee holders. “From this meeting, I was surprised to learn more about what the recreation fee covers, the additional funding that is collected revenue to cover operational expenses, and get a better understanding of the policies in regards to reserving recreational spaces,” Escamilla said. “Overall, this meeting was helpful and I definitely feel comfortable approaching these fee holders with additional questions or concerns.” There was no increase in broad-based fees this year, but in February, the Office

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of the Provost announced its plan for a five-year, 2.53 percent comprehensive fee increase. Wednesday’s turnout was significantly lower than the town hall-style Q&A held in February, where 45 students attended and voiced their concerns over raising fees and how they’re spent. Representatives from all nine components of the comprehensive fee –– athletics, Campus Life, college, health, recreation, technology, transcript, transportation

and academic excellence and success –– were present to answer student questions. Fee holders said they plan on using students’ questions and concerns for their upcoming planning efforts for the broadbased fee process. email: max.kalnitz@ubspectrum.com twitter: @Max_Kalnitz

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THE SPECTRUM Thursday, October 18, 2018 Volume 68 Number 14 Circulation: 4,000

EDITORIAL BOARD EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Hannah Stein

The blatant overlook within the #MeToo movement Taking a look at female-driven sexual assault

MANAGING EDITOR Brenton J. Blanchet CREATIVE DIRECTORS Phuong Vu Chase Wilcoxen, Asst. Anh Phuong Tran, Asst. COPY EDITORS Savanna Caldwell, Asst. Cassi Enderle, Asst. Lauryn King, Asst. NEWS EDITOR Max Kalnitz, Senior Jacklyn Walters, Asst. FEATURES EDITORS Benjamin Blanchet, Senior Kirsten Dean, Asst. ARTS EDITORS Brian Evans, Senior Samantha Vargas, Asst. SPORTS EDITORS Thomas Zafonte, Senior Nathaniel Mendelson MULTIMEDIA EDITORS Shubh Jain, Senior Jack Li, Asst. CARTOONISTS Ardi Digap Taj Taylor

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SAMANTHA VARGAS ASST. ARTS EDITOR

In the wake of an influx of sexual assault allegations, Hollywood has taken a slackened approach to female-driven sexual assault allegations. Although these allegations have come up less often, the amount of female predators is not nearly addressed as vehemently as male allegations. This reveals one of the biases and pitfalls of modern society. The tendency to ignore and placate the notion of femaledriven sexual assault and predatory behavior is nothing new. The thought of teacher-student affairs or babysitter-child relationships litter the world of pornography. The comment section of news briefs regarding these

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crimes is always full of adults congratulating the victim on his accomplishment. Yet if the roles are reversed, the attitude completely flips. This dichotomy carries over toward female-driven assaults on all fronts. Female-on-female assault, and especially female-on-male assault is beyond trivialized. Celebrities and musicians find themselves at the forefront of societal gaze. The platform they’re on should keep these individuals ethically in line, yet the news has become muddled with scandals and accusations. They are often caught abusing their power and, many times, they receive a limited backlash. Despite the recent arraignment of Bill Cosby, many of the men and women in authoritative positions rarely receive any kind of punishment. This response seems to multiply in regards to female abusers. Society seems to turn its back on the victims of female abusers, either ignoring the accusations or bullying them into quiet submission. A basic Google search for female-driven assault just results in lists of male abusers. The lists of male abusers can be retrieved instantaneously but any instance of female abusers is mysteriously missing. Statistically, one in three women and one in six men will be a victim of some variation of sexual assault in their lifetime. Although the likelihood of a female

perpetrator is significantly less, the impact of an assault carries the same burdensome weight. A recent instance of femaledriven sexual assault that was trivialized occured in December 2017. Singer and “The Voice” alumni Melanie Martinez was accused of sexual assault. The accusations came from a former friend. Many of her fans were rightfully outraged, yet the singer has announced the release of another album and a theatrical film. Her career may have taken a timely hit, but that did not stop her career the way it would’ve for a male abuser. The singer is constantly defended online by her legion of fans and the victim has received a flood of harassment. This reaction comes as a surprise because the singer has not denied the sexual encounter. She has made statements regarding the nature of the incident, claiming the victim never said no. The victim claims the opposite. Similarly, the lead singer of the indie band He is We has been accused of sexual assault. The band’s touring guitarist claims that Rachel Taylor sexually assaulted her while on tour. Although their fellow bandmates have rallied around the victim and had cancelled their upcoming tour, the discourse among fans has resulted in victim-blaming and conspiracy theories. The use of power to manipulate victims is found throughout the industry. The facade of the

#MeToo movement between these Hollywood elitists is apparent with the blatant “rug-sweeping” that has occurred throughout time. Comedians had been joking about Bill Cosby for years. Lena Dunham even joked about her sexual assault victim within her memoir. Dunham writes about exchanging candy or small gifts with her sister to “kiss her on the lips for five seconds” and how she had opened up her sisters genitals. She writes,“Basically, anything a sexual predator might do to woo a small suburban girl, I was trying.” Actress and #MeToo advocate Asia Argento has also been accused of assault. This accusation differs from the rest because her victim is male co-star Jimmy Bennett. Argento is accused of assaulting Bennett when he was 17, below the age of consent. The actress has since paid Bennett $380,000 through a plea deal. Despite the plea deal, which often points toward guilt, the actress continues to deny the allegations. Male sexual assault victims make up only 9 percent of the overall sexual assault statistics, but that doesn’t make them any less victimized. Those in positions of power and authority need to be held accountable for their actions, regardless of gender. email: samantha.vargas@ubspectrum.com

T he power of the tr uth In a divided nation, I wish the truth was easier to discern

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MAX KALNITZ SENIOR NEWS EDITOR

“If you could have any superpower, what would it be?” While watching the most recent episode of “My Hero Academia” –– an anime about a high school breeding the next class of super heroes –– I asked myself this question. Would I pick the power to fly? Invisibility? Superhuman strength? No, I think if I could have any superpower, I’d want to have the ability to instantly know the truth. I wish that I could look at someone and automatically know if they were bulls––––––g me. Maybe it’d be my own “spideysense” where if someone started lying about something, I’d get this sensation that they weren’t telling the truth. Or maybe it’d be more like “Yes Man” and whenever I looked at someone while they were talking, they’d have no choice but to tell the truth.

Of course there are side effects to this superpower. Sometimes, in personal scenarios, it’s best not to know the truth. Like when someone tries to surprise you with a random act of kindness, or if someone’s lying to protect you from something. I’d want to be able to turn it on or off, or maybe just have it focused toward the news. Oversharing or knowing too much can often end up hurting someone in the end. That’s the last thing I want. I simply want to be able to trust where information is coming from. It seems silly, but in today’s world, our news cycle is filled with stories that make us question the truth. Russian meddling in elections around the world has led to Robert Mueller’s investigation to find the extent of its effect and the truth behind why Russia meddled in other countries’ political affairs in the first place. Then there was the battle between Justice Brett Kavanaugh and his sexual assault accuser Christine Blasey Ford. Both parties claim their statements are 100 percent true and the Senate is divided between Republicans and Democrats, unfortunately making rape culture a partisan issue. If both parties claimed they were telling the truth and the FBI’s investigation produced no conclusions, will we ever know the actual truth? It’s our mission as journalists to uncover the truth. Here at The Spectrum, we serve as watchdogs for the university to seek out and

learn the truth. From reporting on Student Association elections to breaking the news that former Vice President Dennis Black stole over $300,000 from a UB bank account, we’re in charge of holding people accountable for their actions. As I prepare for graduation at the end of this semester and will be continuing along the journalism path, truth and the state of journalism is something I constantly think about. President Donald Trump says outlets like CNN and The New York Times are “fake news” and that journalists can’t be trusted. In a country where our own president has been accused of falsifying information and being untruthful numerous times, being able to tell fact from fiction seems more important than ever. Obviously my idea for a truthbased super hero would never happen, so how can people differentiate real news from fake news? These days, it’s so easy for people to scroll through social media, see an article, and without even actually reading the article, share it out assuming that they understand its meaning and that it’s true. Facebook recently partnered with Snopes to automatically post a factchecker comment on posts that contain fake news. My dad showed me and said, “Isn’t this a violation of peoples’ privacy? And what about freedom of speech?” He’s right, I’m sure not everyone wants a robot surveilling what they post and reprimand-

ing them if they share something from a website that Facebook doesn’t like. Snopes has also come under fire for whether or not it’s truly neutral in its fact checking, causing a further divide among the right and left. But what about the integrity of journalism? Shouldn’t you want to ensure that you’re reading nothing but the truth? Of course I answer yes. I always try to read my news from trusted sources like NPR and The New York Times. But so many people are more interested with speed instead of accuracy that they don’t know if the news they’re ingesting is accurate or not. Some people I know would rather click on the first thing that comes up in a Google search rather than take the extra 30 seconds to scroll through the options and see what the best possible sites are. With so much false information on the internet, it’s more important than ever to double check sources, read news from trusted platforms and read both sides. If you’re only reading news from an outlet that leans left or right, you’re missing half of the story. Try and read from a neutral publication or site like NPR that attempts to stay unbiased in its reporting. In an era when our administration is questioning the media, it’s important for this new generation of journalists to represent our industry well and report the strongest content possible. email: max.kalnitz@ubspectrum.com twitter: @Max_Kalnitz

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North Campus radio tower still used after sale in 2012 BENJAMIN BLANCHET SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR

Over a decade since its completion, North Campus’ radio tower still stands high above the student body. The 443-foot tower was built for WBFO, the UB-owned radio station from 19592012, and for additional tenants to improve their signal quality. After Buffalo’s public radio station WNED acquired the station’s rights in 2012, UB kept the tower, which houses six tenants today. Of the six tenants, three are Western New York radio stations, according to Kathleen Manne, UB assistant vice president for business operations. Besides WNED/WBFO, the tower sends signals of religious stations Calvary Chapel of the Finger Lakes and Calvary Chapel of the Niagara Frontier. The tower’s tenants also include Verizon’s broadband internet service, and two wireless phone providers Blue Wireless and Transwave Communications Systems, according to Manne. The tower is located east of the Millers-

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10/11 -1:51 a.m.: While on patrol, University Police found an individual passed out on a bench in front of the Jacobs Management Center. The subject was transferred to Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital.

7:39 a.m.: A female notified UPD that someone stole her engagement ring. The victim took her engagement ring off to wash her hands while using a bathroom in the Student Union. She left the bathroom without

port Highway on roughly 210 acres of UBowned land. Nearly 60 years ago, in 1959, WBFO began airing from South Campus on 88.7 FM. The UB-owned station, founded by volunteer UB faculty members and students, would broadcast everything from news to jazz until 2012. WNED paid UB $4 million for WBFO operating licenses along with two other stations, WUBJ 88.1 in Jamestown and WOLN 91.3 in Olean, according to the UB Reporter. Marsha Henderson, a consultant for UB President Satish K. Tripathi at the time, said UB will use the $4 million from the sale toward student scholarships and faculty research support, according to the UB Reporter. Signs leading up to the tower indicate WBFO’s ties to the tower antennas, which Manne said is due to WBFO’s continuing service on the tower. “After WNED acquired the license to operate WBFO from UB in 2011, WBFO retained its call letters and continued operating on the same frequency which is why its antenna is labeled ‘WBFO,’” Manne said. “As per the agreement that is in place between WNED and UB, WNED pays UB for space on the tower for their broadcast equipment and WNED is also responsible for general tower maintenance.” WNED/WBFO are responsible for the putting the ring back on. When she went back to the bathroom to retrieve the ring, a bystander told her someone else had taken the ring. UPD found footage of a possible suspect on security cameras in the union. The victim is texting them about returning the ring.

called hemochromatosis which led to liver failure. And when I was 16, my dad passed away because of cancer. After that, my aunt became the legal guardian of my twin sister and me. It was very stressful, but my twin sister and I supported each other. My family was very supportive as well. The summer before college, when I was a math major, I was playing a video game and it was really pretty. That’s when I thought ‘I wanna make something like this’ and that’s when I decided to be a computer science major. It was like a giant epiphany. And when I joined UB, I was one of the five incoming freshman ‘white’ girls in computer science. It’s really weird because everywhere else, white girls are a majority but in the CSE department, they are the minority. I think this is because CSE isn’t seen as a ‘female’ field. In a course that I took, I remember feeling incredibly un-

years. There are many factors that play into that including regular maintenance and upkeep, the load and associated stress that the tower is under, along with the conditions of the location in which it’s built.” Manne said at the end of this past fiscal year, UB had $123,166 saved toward the tower’s future decommission. The tower is a decade old this year and Manne said UB anticipates the tower’s “useful life will end in approximately 20 years,” or around 2038.

Jarvis B Parking Lot for having paper dealership plates. UPD tried to contact the dealership but found no working number.

during the football game. He had placed the blue Coleman grill under his car and planned on retrieving it after the game.

A cleaner on South Campus notified UPD of a male wearing dark clothing going through things outside Farber Hall. The caller stated he may have entered the building, but was gone when police arrived.

UPD found an injured hawk near the intersection of Flint Road and John James Audubon Parkway. UPD called the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals for assistance but the hawk eventually left the road.

10/13- 3:33 a.m.: While on patrol, UPD saw a suspicious vehicle in the Stadium Parking Lot. UPD determined the vehicle belonged to an event worker who parked in the lot.

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A student notified UPD that someone posted their phone number on an inappropriate website and they have been receiving emails from the post with his number on it.

A student locked themselves out of their dorm in Red Jacket and called UPD for assistance.

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An individual notified UPD that his grill was stolen from the Jacobs C Parking Lot

UPD seized and towed a vehicle in the

comfortable because there were just so many guys in the class. The field itself is at fault and it should fix itself. There was a debacle in Google recently when a worker wrote a memo that said, ‘Women are too dumb to be in CSE.’ I really feel like women should be more involved in CS. UB itself is doing a lot to encourage women in CS. They support a program called ‘Girls Who Code’ and they are also funding projects to help teach kids how to code. But there’s only so much that they can do because people already pick their major when they come to school. I personally want to get into computer security, or maybe data analysis because I’m good at math. You know it’s weird, people would just assume that after a bunch of tragedy, your life is just going to s--t. People thought I was going to turn to drugs and alcohol. And I just wanted to prove those people wrong. And here I am today.” - Sarah Peters, junior computer science major

tower’s maintenance, according to Manne, which is everything from structural repairs to tower inspections. In the 2017-18 fiscal year, UB billed tenants $67,960, according to Manne, and the tower’s expenses were $48,260. “Any money remaining each year” after expenses, Manne said, is “set aside to fund the decommissioning of the tower at the end of its useful life.” “Expenses for the tower include items such as an outstanding loan from when the tower was built, insurance and security alarm contract,” Manne said. “A tower’s useful life is generally around 30

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CHI MEREMETOH | THE SPECTRUM UB’s radio tower, adjacent to the Millersport Highway, stands over 400-feet high. The tower hosts six tenants from around Western New York, including WNED/WBFO, Verizon and Transwave Communications Systems.

10/14 - 3:24 a.m.: A Goodyear RA notified UPD of an intoxicated resident on the couch of the seventh floor lounge. The student was transported to Erie County Medical Center.

3:42 p.m.: A Fargo RA reported four students to UPD for smoking marijuana inside the building. The students were compliant and referrals were issued.

10:21 p.m.: A Flickinger Court building director notified police that the building’s alarm system was triggered. UPD arrived and concluded the alarm was activated due to cooking. UPD reset the alarm. email: news@ubspectrum.com

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400-plus foot tower houses radio, internet, phone services for Western New York

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“ I got this tattoo (right arm) when I was 19. It’s from Nietzsche’s “Twilight of the Idols” and it’s about ‘putting life into philosophical steps’ and it reminds me to keep going. I have always dealt with depression and a constant state of existential crisis, so it was an important tattoo to remind myself to keep going following certain life events. This tattoo (on the chest) is a drawing by the German surrealist Hans Bellmer, one of my favorite artists, I would say it’s an esoteric reminder of being a surrealist at heart; it’s also, like most of his work, erotically surrealistic and a bit incendiary. I designed this one myself (left arm) in conjunction with my tattoo artist. It’s in Japanese blackwork style. It’s a flower called peonies. When I was growing up in Poughkeepsie, NY, I grew up with my grandmother mostly. My mother was a single mother, my grandmother was a World War II survivor and I would spend every day at her house; and every day in the sum-

mer and the spring, we picked peonies together. This tattoo took me 14 months and 70ish hours in progress. It’s my childhood basically, and I feel more comfortable with it after having it on me. I also have a tattoo of my ex-wife, my cat (right bicep) I had her ever since I was 13 and she recently passed away because she accidentally drank antifreeze and that led to kidney failure. As you can see, I have several tattoos. I feel like once I put something on me that’s about me, I’m more comfortable with it. Most of the time when people ask, I quote the comedian George Carlin and tell them ‘I got it in prison for asking stupid questions.’ As a tattooed person, people tend to objectify my body or lose interest when they ask, and I tell them and it’s not something they recognize or know of, and since its personal, all my tattoos are personal events or personal things for me, and are always meaningful.” -Josh Diamond, senior environmental design and sculpture major

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Thursday, October 18, 2018 | 5 and remembrance, according to the event’s website. While the event is free, Light the Night does “encourage all walkers to raise a minimum of $100 to become a Champion for Cures, and earn a commemorative T-shirt, as well as a wristband for access to free food and games,” according to StepOutBuffalo. Registration for the walk begins at 5 p.m. and dogs are allowed at the event. The event has fundraised $331,431 out of its $600,000 goal, as of Wenesday afternoon. Money raised for the walk will go to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. WBBZ’S “PSYCHIC ENCOUNTERS”

What to do in Buffalo this weekend KIRSTEN DEAN ASSISTANT FEATURES EDITOR

Fall is in full swing and with Halloween quickly approaching, there are a number of events students can enjoy throughout the Queen City. As the winds pick up, enjoy the autumn weather while it lasts and take advantage of a few of these events this week. LOCAL RESTAURANT WEEK OCT. 15-21 – VARIOUS WESTERN NEW YORK RESTAURANTS

In 2015, National Geographic ranked Buffalo the third-best food city in the world. Oct. 15 through Oct. 21 is Local Restaurant Week, and now is the perfect time to try out all of Buffalo’s best eats. This year is the tenth Local Restaurant Week for the Queen City. Participating

restaurants “must be local, independently owned, unique to WNY and have no ties to a national franchise,” according to the event’s website. This year, over 200 restaurants and bars are participating across Buffalo and the surrounding area. Featured restaurants will offer special, featured deals for foodies that will cost $20.18, $30.18 or $40.18. SCIENCE AFTER HOURS: FRANKENSCIENCE FRIDAY, OCT. 19, 6:30 P.M. TO 9 P.M. – BUFFALO MUSEUM OF SCIENCE

This year marks the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley’s classic book, “Frankenstein.” Now Buffalonians can head over to the Buffalo Museum of Science on Friday night to celebrate and “discover the spookiest parts of science,” according to the museum’s website. Upstate New York Transplant Services will head an organ, tissue and blood station as Buffalo’s Central Library will fea-

ture information on what attendees should know about Frankenstein. Museum staff, as well, will dissect a cow eye live. There will also be highlights from the museum’s “Cabinet of Curiosities” tour, featuring freaks of nature and transcutaneous electrical demonstrations, according to the museum’s website. Halloween music will fill the museum’s halls after it closes and there will be a cash bar. Attendees must be 21 years or over and tickets cost $16. LIGHT THE NIGHT BUFFALO FRIDAY, OCT. 19, 7 P.M. TO 9 P.M. – DELAWARE PARK

Light the Night is a fundraiser for blood cancer research where participants walk for two miles in Buffalo’s Delaware Park. Walkers will carry red, white and gold lanterns. The lanterns each signify different meanings: red lanterns for celebration and community, white lanterns for survivorship and hope and gold lanterns for honor

SATURDAY, OCT. 20, 11 A.M. AND 12:30 P.M. – WBBZ TV STUDIOS, EASTERN HILLS MALL

Local psychic medium, Karyn Reece, will head a recorded event as part of a “Psychic Encounters” segment at Buffalo’s WBBZ studios this weekend. Reece has a psychic accuracy rate of 98 percent, according to her website, while the average psychic medium is closer to 50 percent. In this event, Reece will be “offering readings and discussion about the afterlife, dreams and all things mystic with co-host and life coach, Sara DeFelice.” Audience members will have the chance to be selected to have an on-air reading worth over $250 and to win prizes for the show’s costume contest. The Oct. 20 show will also have a “Trick or Treat” feast. Tickets cost $15 and can be purchased through WBBZ’s website. There will be two tapings on Saturday at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. email: kirsten.dean@ubspectrum.com twitter: @KirstenUBSpec

UB Secrets II: The spooky unknowns More hidden locations throughout North Campus

BENJAMIN BLANCHET | THE SPECTRUM The golf tee on top of Baldy Hall is one of UB’s hidden treasures on North Campus.

BENJAMIN BLANCHET SENIOR FEATURES EDITOR

I value every reader of this newspaper, and I also value every non-reader. Two weeks ago, I posted my first UB Secrets article on /r/UBReddit. The post received over 1,800 views, and 37 upvotes as a majority of users responded with rays of positivity. But some users were much more critical. “What a good way to ruin all the secrets at the school,” one user wrote. “You guys actually cause a lot of s––t,” another user wrote. “There’s a lot of words I want to say, but I will sum up my feelings in two: f––k you.” I absorb all sorts of feedback, and I will sum up my feelings in two words: thank you. And as a thank you, I decided to oversaturate readers with more secrets and double down on the revelations for this issue.

Critters run amuck outside of this beavermade blockade. The dam, located near the intersection of Bizer and Ellicott Creek near Creekside Village, is one of the unorthodox wonders of the UB world. Think the Hoover Dam, but if it was made with Sizzles boxes, plastic bags, Labatt Blue cans and True Blue cowbells. The dam stands roughly 575 feet above sea level, a fact I had to double check three different times. Unfortunately, the actual dam itself is about five-feet tall and is reminiscent of an Ewok hut underfunded by the federal government. Nonetheless, opposite of the dam is a chill fishing spot, which is frequently attended to by older men well into retirement. Feel free to cast a line but, at the same time, avoid any phishing attempts sent to @buffalo.edu emails.

toured Buffalo’s Delaware Park with hopes for a signature golf course, according to The Buffalo News. But if Nicklaus wants to build off a nifty design, he should check out the soon-tobe course spread across the roofs of North Campus. The golf tee, located at the top of Baldy Hall, is far from a Buffalo bogey. Sure, eagles love to nest on the top of buildings across campus but occasionally, a UB employee will hit a few eagles and birdies on Baldy Hall (while avoiding harm to living birds, altogether). If you’re looking to spot one of the tees, be sure to sneak up to a back stairwell in the Lockwood Library for a peek. A rusty wedge and a few balls are scattered on top of the Baldy roof, which serves as a green that’s just as good as the nearby Audubon Golf Course. Although UB’s nightlife scene pops off near South Campus, a premier club also exists right in the center of North Campus, too –– a golf club, that is.

The golf tee

The wolf’s mill

The dam

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Last month, legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus

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Opposite of the Oozefest mud pits is an

abandoned field where wolves mill about, a plot of land called “Wolf ’s Mill.” This is what I thought two years ago, until I was defeated to learn there were in fact no wolves or mills at UB. The spot, however, is perfect if you enjoy dead grass and having picnics in a pile of litter. Besides the rundown nature of the land, there’s a cool bit of history surrounding it. The land was purchased by Skinnerville’s resident Christian Frick’s family in the early 19th century, according to a post on Find A Grave, before it was handed off to the Wolf family (not to be confused with actual wolves). The Frick family originally started a sawmill, according to Find A Grave, where “large quantities of lumber were sawn.” Now, sadly, there is nothing to be sawn, or seen on the property. Still, the Frick family, headed by Christian Frick, were pretty frickin’ numerous. Frick had 14 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren, according to the Find A Grave post, and “not one enemy [survived] him among mortals” after his death. Sure, buying a plot of land and starting a sawmill isn’t as plausible now as it was in 1800s, but if you want to honor the hotshot of 1837, Christian Frick, head on down past

the mud pits to pay your respects.

the goose islands LAKE LASALLE

In my last article, I mentioned Kanazawa Island. The same week of publication, University Police responded to reports of marijuana odors emanating from the land, which I predicted would happen in my column. If UPD is taking suggestions from my columns, I suggest they evict the tenants of the other two islands, which strictly house hundreds of geese on Lake LaSalle. These islets are a gander, but students should beware of stepping foot on dry land, as the undelightful but flightful occupants are feisty. The two plots of goose hotspots are filled with more bushes than the White House, and taking your canoe to the islands may not be worthwhile given the stones around their borders. Still, if you’re searching for a new UB territory to claim, or looking for an epic hide and seek stakeout spot, these islands might be for you. email:benjamin.blanchet@ubspectrum.com twitter: @BenjaminUBSpec.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

ubspectrum.com As a founding member of The Smiths, Marr as well as notorious frontman Morrissey crafted classics like “This Charming Man” and “How Soon is Now?” The record showcases Marr’s signature tone and melodies while making ample room for exceptional lyrics taking aim at politics. Marr is writing for himself, while bringing the same orchestration and focus that has crafted his signature sound.

Metallica - KeyBank Center Your monthly collection of Buffalo’s sonic selections BRIAN EVANS, SAMANTHA VARGAS ARTS DESK

The transition to fall brings out the best in Buffalo’s music scene. From the KeyBank Center to Shea’s Performing Arts Center and Town Ballroom, a wide range of acts have planned stops in Buffalo throughout October. Rock and pop dominate the stage this month, bring-

ing some of the biggest acts in each genre downtown. Some even call Buffalo home. The arts desk highlighted some of the most attractive bands and performers coming to Buffalo this October.

Smash Mouth - Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort Friday, Oct. 19 The beloved meme band brings its performance up north for a night of ironic

enjoyment. Smash Mouth peaked in popularity in 2001 with the inclusion of its song “All Star” on the “Shrek” soundtrack. The band has had a recent resurgence in relevance with internet users creating video edits with the song. The rock group’s cover of “I’m a Believer” also makes an appearance in the “Shrek” cinematic universe, contributing to its success. The wholesome, early 2000s sound brings back a sense of nostalgia for fans.

The Goo Goo Dolls - Shea’s Performing Arts Center Friday, Oct. 19-21

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Baldy Hall | 10:30 am - 1:00 pm

Celebrating the 20-year anniversary of “Dizzy Up the Girl,” the Buffalo natives will present a three-night engagement at Shea’s in the heart of Downtown. “Dizzy Up the Girl” is the best-selling album for the Goo Goo Dolls to date with over 4 million copies sold. The album projected the Goo Goo Dolls to the top tier of the mainstream, built off the heels of singles “Slide,” “Black Balloon,” “Broadway” and the seminal “Iris.” Fans and newcomers should enjoy the set, which bassist Robby Takac described as “a much different show than what we’ve been bringing around for the last 20 years.”

Johnny Marr - Town Ballroom Saturday, Oct. 20 Former Smiths and Modest Mouse guitarist Johnny Marr brings his solo tour to Buffalo’s Town Ballroom, supporting his most recent solo album “Call the Comet.”

Saturday, Oct. 27 Metal legends Metallica are always sure to impress. The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers will bring their current “WorldWired” tour to the KeyBank Center in support of their tenth studio album “Hardwired...to SelfDestruct.” Metallica rose to prominence in the ‘80s with “Master of Puppets,” which built a mainstream following following several underground releases. Metallica are most known for hits like “Enter Sandman,” “One” and “For Whom the Bell Tolls.” “Hardwired...To Self Destruct” debuted atop the Billboard 200 with 291,000 equivalent units sold in its first week. This marks the sixth consecutive No. 1 album for Metallica.

Justin Timberlake - KeyBank Center Sunday, Oct. 28 Superstar Justin Timberlake brings his tour “Man of the Woods” to Buffalo following his long career of acting and music. The performer will take over the Keybank Center at the end of October after traveling around New York. Timberlake’s return to the music scene came after the release of his highly anticipated fifth album, “Man of the Woods,” in February. The performer rose to fame with his participation in the popular 90’s boy band NSYNC. He has a decade worth of hit songs, from “SexyBack” to “Can’t Stop This Feeling.” email: @ubspectrum.com

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THE RUNDOWN A preview of the weekend in UB Athletics SPORTS DESK

(6-1, 3-0 MAC)

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The Bulls head to the Glass Bowl Stadium in Toledo, Ohio this weekend as head coach Lance Leipold meets his old Division 3 nemesis Jason Candle for the first time in Division 1. The Bulls have the top defense in the MAC while the Toledo Rockets (33, 1-1 MAC) have the top offense. The Rockets are number one or two in every special teams category and feature multiple weapons in the return game. For the first time all season, Buffalo may not have the best receiving corps on the field. Leipold spoke highly of the Rockets’ receivers and their depth in a press conference on Tuesday. Buffalo will be able to exploit a weak Toledo run defense that gives up nearly 200 yards per game. Junior quarterback Tyree Jackson has started to use his legs more and run for first downs, something we have not seen since he injured his knee last season. Hopefully the Bulls’ secondary continues its top efficiency rating and the front seven of Buffalo keeps Toledo’s scramble ability limited to seal the win on Saturday.

(10-5, 4-4 MAC)

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It’s crunch time for Buffalo as it needs to win one of its last three games of the season to even have a chance of making the MAC playoffs. After a strong 6-1 nonconference start, the Bulls had trouble scoring after the loss of the team’s top scorer in senior forward Carissima Cutrona. The Bulls close out the regular season with a three-game home stretch starting Thursday in a game against the Toledo Rockets (8-6-2, 4-3-1). With Toledo sitting fifth in the conference, Buffalo would be able to move from the seventh spot with a win. Buffalo’s weekend continues on Sunday when it takes on first in the MAC Bowling Green Falcons (103-2, 8-0 MAC). The odds are against the Bulls as Bowling Green has looked unstoppable since starting conference play. If the Bulls can hold the Falcons to a tie, it would help with their playoff aspirations.

(12-8, 4-4 MAC)

VOLLEYBALL

Volleyball looks to extend its winning streak to four this weekend with back-toback home games at Alumni Arena. The Bulls start Friday against the Eastern Michigan Eagles (13-9, 5-3 MAC) who are coming off back-to-back road losses. If the Bulls win, they will establish themselves as a top team in the East division increase their hold over third place. The Bulls haven’t won a conference set at home this season but look primed to change that coming off two road wins. Buffalo continues on Saturday night in a game against the Central Michigan Chippewas (3-17, 0-8 MAC). The Central Michigan is the MAC Conference’s punching bag and it should be the Bulls’ turn to take a few swings. Expect an easy Buffalo win unless the Bulls’ recent home struggles continue to bother them. If the Bulls win both games this weekend, they will be fourth overall in the conference.

NATHANIEL MENDELSON SPORTS EDITOR

By Week 8 of the college football season, it is hard or nearly impossible to find a team in the country that has not suffered an injury. The Bulls have dealt with injuries to senior wide receiver Anthony Johnson, senior cornerback Cameron Lewis and most recently, senior defensive end Chuck Harris. Harris went down in the second half of Saturday’s game against the Akron Zips. His status remains uncertain for this week. If he is unable to play then it falls on sophomore defensive end Taylor Riggins to replace the impact he has had. Riggins has played only seven games in his collegiate career but coaching staff speaks about him like he is the next big thing for the Bulls’ program. Riggins was a three-star recruit coming out of Aquinas Institute in Rochester before committing to the University of Massachusetts despite attempts by UB to recruit him. He spent two years only able to watch on the sidelines but now seizes every opportunity he gets at UB. “Pretty much, if we had a team full of him we’d be okay,” said defensive ends

(0-0, 0-0 MAC)

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Tennis fell in the round of 32 at the International Tennis Association Northeast Regionals. The Bulls played against opponents from Cornell, Princeton, Harvard and Yale. Head coach Lee Nickell was upset with his team’s performance after the tournament stating ,“I didn’t come to UB to be satisfied with playing second fiddle to the Ivy League teams.” Juniors Hao Sheng Koay and Vilhelm Fridell both received first-round byes and won their round of 64 matches. While in doubles each group won their round of 64 match but lost in the round of 32, eliminating the Bulls from the tournament. This weekend, the Bulls will compete in the Dartmouth Invitational and will look for better results.

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Seizing the Opportunity

With Chuck Harris’ status uncertain, it’s time for Taylor Riggins to step up

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coach Roc Bellantoni. “At least another 12 of him, some tight ends and some linebackers, but you can win a lot of games with guys like Taylor Riggins.” Riggins grew up watching Miami Dolphins games with his dad. His father was a college basketball player but wanted his son to be like his favorite football player, Jason Taylor. Taylor is a hall-of-fame defensive end and Riggins tries to bring that strength and dominance into his own game. And when Riggins enters a game, he dominates. On his first drive against Akron, Riggins recorded sacks on consecutive plays. But Riggins doesn’t care about stats or accolades. He is not the “ra-ra jump around guy,” according to Bellantoni. “He’s got a flame inside him that burns and his motor never quits,” Bellantoni said. “He never takes a play off. I don’t think he’s got a lack of effort on one play since he’s been here. It’s something within him that’s burning.” Riggins follows his high school’s motto of goodness, discipline and knowledge. He wants to keep the Aquinas image and set an example for the current players at the school. Although he is a sophomore, it is his third year playing college football. Riggins learned to be a more vocal leader and to help the guys that need it the most from senior center James O’Hagan.

NATHANIEL MENDELSON |THE SPECTRUM Taylor Riggins stands tall after practice. Riggins has been backing up Chuck Harris all season but might get his first chance to start this Saturday.

Riggins mostly teaches the younger players that are not seen as much like redshirtfreshmen defensive ends Jaylin Nolden and Eric Black. Riggins is not seen much on the field. He has patiently waited on the sideline for

his chance to shine. Riggins developed by watching the guys who came before him like current Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end Demone Harris. Saturday might be his first chance to shine. Riggins can be in the starting lineup and play 50 snaps instead of 15. “I’m a little bit nervous but I just need to go out there and do everything I’m taught and make the most of it,” Riggins said. “You can see when he came in he’s made plays,” said head coach Lance Leipold. “Whether or not he has to play a lot and has to play the most he has to in his career, but I have great confidence in him and I know our coaches do as well and I know he will rise to the occasion.” Riggins is an unsung hero of the defensive line. Coaches praise him for his work ethic, willingness to learn and that he does exactly what they need him to do. “You need a lot of those guys on your team” Leipold said. Riggins praises strength and conditioning coach Lewis Caralla for changing the team’s mindset and his own. Riggins in an “animal in the weight room” and was a huge leader for the team in the offseason, according to Bellantoni. He may be nervous but having the praise from the coaching staff gives Riggins confidence ahead of what might be the most football he’s played in three years. “He’s so quiet, you don’t really know what to think of him until you get to know him,” Bellantoni said. “He’s all business.” email:nathaniel.mendelson@ubspectrum.com Twitter: @NateMendelson

JAMES O’HAGAN NAMED MIDSEASON ALL-AMERICAN SPORTS DESK JACK LI | THE

SPECTRUM James O’Hagan prepares to snap the ball. The center has been named a midseason All-American by USA Today and Pro Football Focus.

USA Today and Pro Football Focus gave senior center James O’Hagan two prestigious nominations. O’Hagan has been named to the Midseason All-American Second Team by USA Today and is an honorable mention on Pro Football Focus’ list. O’Hagan is a team captain and has been named to the Rimington Award Preseason Watch List for three straight seasons. The Rimington award is given annually to the top center in the country. O’Hagan has

been an All-Mid-American Conference team member the past two seasons. O’Hagan has started every game of his career for the Bulls (6-1, 3-0 MAC) and has not allowed a sack since his freshman year. He anchors the offensive line that has been rated as top five in the country by Pro Football Focus this season. The Bulls have only allowed a nation-leading one sack and only 25 tackles for a loss. O’Hagan will lead the Bulls into a matchup Saturday with the Toledo Rockets (3-3, 1-1 MAC). email: sports@ubspectrum.com