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Ad Majorem Del Gloriam
A Church-Wide, Campus-Wide, World-Wide Call to Recycle By: Jacquelyn Saunee Contributing writer Climate change. Sustainability. Going green. Recycling. These are just some of many buzz phrases concerning the current state of and the future of the environment. These words, however, are permeating more than cafeteria conversations about Styrofoam cups, and classroom discussions on what exactly climate change entails. Major world forces, from the Catholic Church to the United Nations, are in the midst of tackling this topic. Here at Spring Hill College, students and faculty are taking note and making changes. On May 24, 2015, Pope Francis issued his second encyclical and the first encyclical centered on environmental issues: Laduto Si’: On Care for Our Common Home. This encyclical generated a great deal of attention from people both within and outside of the Catholic Church. In his historic congressional address on Sept. 24, Pope Francis referenced his latest encyclical: “In Laudato Si’, I call for a courageous and responsible effort to ‘redirect our steps,’ and to avert the most serious effects of the environmental deterioration caused by human activity.” The world listened as the leader of the Catholic Church addressed the United States Congress and called for environmental change. According to un.org, “the world’s greenhouse gas emissions are continuing to increase and on the present path, global temperature rise will far exceed the goal to limit of two degrees Celsius that countries have agreed upon to avoid the most dangerous impacts of climate change.” Change is necessary; 2014 was the hottest year on record, and as greenhouses gases continue to increase, temperatures will only continue to follow suit. From Nov. 30 to Dec. 11, representatives from around the world will address this climate change at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Paris, France. The goal of the conference, according to un.org, is to create a universal cli-
mate agreement. According to catholicnews.com, Cardinal Peter Turkson, the lead consultant on the papal encyclical on the environment, expressed his desire for the U.N. representatives to utilize Pope Francis’ environmental encyclical when making decisions: “It is the hope and desire of the Holy
and use the rest of creation more broadly.” Recycling is one of these concrete steps towards combating climate change. At Spring Hill, an ad hoc recycling committee made up of various faculty members and students is currently in the process of working towards a permanent recycling infrastructure.
fiable plastic containers located behind Plant Ops. Green Keepers, according to Bordas, will separate the pile by material in order to facilitate the recycling process. This, however, is just a temporary solution. Bordas explained that the college will soon work in conjunction with Goodwill Easter Seals’ recycling center located in West Mobile. Sarah Boccardo, Director of Sustainability for Goodwill Easter Seals, shared that after partnering with the University of South Alabama, she was “interested in seeing if she could help Spring Hill in the same way.” Boccardo explains that in order for Goodwill Easter Seals to begin picking up recycling on-campus, Spring Hill must provide a waterproof, covered area for the cardboard palettes that are necessary to place the large recycling containers on, so that the box trucks can easily pick up the recycling. The road to this area, which will be located behind Plant Ops, must also be properly paved. Bordas explains that SHC is in the process of meeting both of those requirements. Andrew Pettus, junior class senator, shares that Spring Hill hopes to have them in place by next semester. Pettus also explains that next semester, SGA will make minimal investments towards disposable recyclable containers. This will serve as a “trial period” to determine what types of containers will work best for this campus. Another aspect of providing The stockpile of recyclables currently accumulating behind Plant Ops. Photo by: Jacquelyn Saunee campus-wide recycling is acquiring funding. Bordas explained that she, See that the guidance of Laudato Dr. Lesli Bordas, assistant profes- along with the recycling committee, Si’ will provide the moral fiber (for sor of chemistry and moderator of is currently writing a grant and prothe conference).” Turkson continued Green Keepers, created the com- posal to take to Spring Hill’s senate. by saying, “I am hoping the world's mittee in an effort to improve on- The proposal, she shares, includes a leaders in Paris will come away campus recycling. She explains that plan to offer an optional $5 “green with concrete gestures and actions.” Spring Hill College does, contrary fee” to all students and faculty. Dr. Stephen Wilson, professor of to popular belief, recycle. However, Bordas shared her belief that the theology, explains how the encycli- the recycling process is currently in issue of recycling needs the support cal addresses these concrete gestures a transitional state. of everyone on-campus: “It’s your and actions: “Toward the end of the Currently, all recyclable materi- life, take control of it. If you want it, encyclical [Pope Francis] talks about als collected “since the beginning make it happen.” how certain ‘small’ actions like re- of this year have been stockpiling,” duction in consumption and recy- said Bordas. This stockpile is a heapcling can serve as practices that help ing pile of plastic water bottles, glass cultivate virtues that help us view beer bottles and a slew of unidenti-
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Campus Demonstrations Display Importance of Student Activism By: Shaunicy Muhammad Contributing writer
in Ferguson. He also stated that there can be a difference in the way that racial tension is felt on small campuses like Spring Hill, versus a larger campus such as the University of Missouri. “There are a lot more students at Mizzou than there are at SHC, so by default, there are more people with prejudicial views towards minorities. At SHC, everyone knows everyone or at least knows of them. So, there may not be as profound of incidents of racism as there have been at schools like Mizzou,” he con-
groups had already been planning to speak out on the bigger issues that have been going on The same day news was rearound the world. “We beleased about racially charged came aware of the posts during posts made on an anonymous a week of global chaos. So, it social media app towards an seems we experienced racism on-campus organization, the and bigotry at the right time, Men of Color Council (MOCC) and that, of course, is used and the National Council of lightly. But honestly, if we proNegro Women hosted a demtested every time someone at onstration to denounce domesSHC said something racist or tic and foreign terrorism. The ignorant, there’d be a couple of students mentioned both the protests a week,” he said. harassment and threats of vioAccording to a Huffington lence against black students Post article published last at the University of Missouri, week, institutional racism is as well as the an issue that colrecent terrorist lege students have attacks in Paris dealt with for and Nigeria. years, despite the Voicing their issue being highly stand of solipublicized today. darity with vic“Protests staged on tims around the college campuses world, Derrick last week are the Robbins, a juculmination of nior and memyears of activism ber of MOCC around inequality remarked, “No and everyday racweapon formed ism, and incidents against me shall pushing racial prosper, whether divisions to the it be racism or surface,” writes terrorism, forTyler Kingkade, Falculty and staff show their support during the Men of Color Council eign or domesWorkneh demonstration. Lilly tic.” and Ryan GrenoPhoto courtesy of: Men of Color Council Following that, ble, who each the president of contributed to the the MOCC, Jamal Encalade, tinued. article. asked all who were present in Collin Binkley and Still, Encalade felt it the student center to, if they Errin Haines Whack elabo- was significant to take a stand were interested, join hands in rated on this idea in their ar- against the global incidents unity against terrorism. As a ticle for the Associated Press that have been occurring. He large circle of students, faculty, earlier this month. Remark- also explained that he would and staff workers amassed the ing on the comments that they be a disservice to the mission first floor, a moment of silence heard while covering the stu- of both the Men of Color Counbegan. dent protests that have been cil and the National Council of Greg Hardnett, a former going on across the U.S., they Negro Women to not also menSpring Hill College (SHC) stu- write, “… many young black tion the Paris attacks. He bedent-athlete who now attends people spoke of a subtle and lieved it was essential to speak the University of Missouri, pervasive brand of racism that out against what he believed explained he feels the concern doesn’t make headlines but would be impending backlash from students at college cam- can nevertheless have a cor- against people of the Muslim puses across the United States rosive effect.” In the case of faith, because of the attacks is legitimate. “Marginalized racially charged Yik Yak posts done by Islamic extremists. students can relate to other on the Spring Hill College cam- Encalade said, “It’s important marginalized students. Their pus, the incident could fall into to talk about the Paris attacks struggles may not be 100% the category of what Binkley because we live in a globalized the same, but they know what and Whack refer to as “casual, world. Personally, with the rucomes along with being a mi- everyday racism.” dimentary knowledge I have nority,” said Hardnett. Jamal Encalade said these in regard to the Syrian situaHardnett said that he has types of micro-aggressions tion, I knew this would be yet participated in demonstra- are not new on the campus, another time for the Western tions against injustice in Mis- and the posts happened at a world to spread xenophobia souri, including after the death time where the demonstration and Islamophobia.” of Michael Brown last year
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December 3, 2015
A Response to the Syrian Refugee Crisis By: Gaillard Teague Contributing wrtier
In the height of terrorist upheaval, America finds itself in a moral divide. Here at Spring Hill College, students are called to love the marginalized, but what does that mean in the context of Syrian refugees, who many claim are a threat to national security? On March 15, 2011 the people of Syria took a stand against what they believed to be an unjust government - demanding the removal of President Bashar al-Assad in the fashion of pro-democracy protests. This was the onset of the four years, and counting, civil war which has inflicted violence and death on more than 240,000 people, according to the British Broadcasting Corporation. Following the March 15 revolt, also known as “The Syrian Day of Rage,” the government took action by sending forces to violently suppress the protestors. Government forces killed some and ousted many from their homes and communities. Bbc.com states that by July of 2011 hundreds of thousands of Syrians had been forced from their homes, taking to the streets to find refuge. The conditions of these people were further challenged by the rise in Islamic Jihadist groups, causing more and more Syrians to flee the nation in search of a more promising livelihood. To Asia, to Europe, to Africa - the search for safety prompted what is considered to be the largest modern day exodus, with now more than 4 million Syrian people fleeing oppression, violence and death, according to CNN.com Included in these places of sought refuge: Paris, France. Nov. 13, 2015, 130 people
Dr. Baugh Photo by: Jacquelyn Saunee were murdered throughout Paris in one of the worst acts of terrorism since 9/11. Officials blamed ISIS and immediately refugees were cast into the spotlight as suspects. Suspicions rose when officials found a Syrian passport (which turned out to be a fake, according to The Washington Post) near the body of a jihadist. The discovery prompted countries all over the world to reconsider their vetting policies, particularly the U.S. Was France too quick to allow these refugees into their country? Was it putting the lives of citizens and tourists at risk? In the U.S. many governors responded by writing to President Barack Obama, declaring that they will not be allowing refugees into their state, deeming it too risky for citizens and communities. Many Americans, however, reacted to this opposition with outrage: "We do not close our hearts to these victims of such violence and somehow start equating the issue of refugees with the issue of terrorism," declared the president, according to abcnews.com The opposing opinions
between the people of this nation on how to react to this crisis called many American citizens to question where their moral obligations lie in regards to this issue. Senior Matthew Brazzolotto applies his Catholic identity to look more closely at the issue: “Christians must keep in mind that Jesus, Mary and Joseph were refugees. They fled danger to seek safety. Caring for the vulnerable and those in danger is central to the life of a follower of Jesus.” Jesuit novice and political science professor at Spring Hill College, Dr. Matthew Baugh, SJ., offers a solution that he says both Christians and non-Christians should be challenged to follow: “We should be concerned about these people. We ought to look to where there is more need, and we ought to apply our gifts and talents to address these concerns.” What does this mean for us: students at a four year, private, liberal arts, Jesuit institution in Mobile, Alabama? *To read the full article, please visit newswire.shc. edu.
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Increasing the Federal Minimum Wage By: Harper McNutt Reporter College students around the nation are hoping 2016 brings an increase of the federal minimum wage. Currently the set federal minimum wage is $7.25. Each state can set their own minimum wage that is different than the federal rate, and the higher applies. However, not all states have a state set minimum wage and choose to go by the federal set wage. The state of Alabama is one of five states that do not have a set state minimum wage, the other four being , Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and Tennessee. Currently there are 30 states that have set minimum wages above the federal minimum wage with each state varying, the most being $10.50 in D.C. This has been a major topic in politics for years and has been pushed by Democrats in congress and President Obama. They believe the current $7.25 is too low to expect people to sustain their lives, especially when most minimum wage workers are young adults who have a hard time starting their lives because of the low wage. For 19 year old Haley Chapman, the discussion on minimum wage is an important one. She has worked at locally owned boutique, What a Girl Wants since her sophomore year of high school. Because the store is a small business, it is able to pay employees $9-$10.50. Now that Chapman is a college student and is expected to support herself more than in high school, she is thankful that her place of work pays above the federal minimum wage. In high school Chapman worked every day, at least six hours a day making $9 an hour. Now she only works twice a week making $10 an hour. Chapman considers herself lucky since her parents pay for her education, allowing her to buy certain luxuries for herself. But her parents do expect her to buy her meals, gas and any other things she feels that she
needs with her paycheck. She is also able to save some of each of her paychecks for her future. She knows that if she only made minimum wage, these things would be a lot harder to do. “I wouldn’t get to do as many activities as I would like and would have to cut back a lot on my additional spending” said Chapman. According to the United States Department of Labor, 89 percent of those who would benefit from a federal minimum wage increase are 20 and older, and most are attending college. And 56 percent of minimum wage workers are women. Although a lot of students are fortunate like Chapman, whose parents pay for her education, housing and the car she drives, there are so many people her age that have to fully support themselves and pay for their own education with only a minimum wage paying job. Even working full-time, someone that is paid the federal minimum wage, $7.25 an hour will only make roughly $15,000 a year before taxes, assuming they can work 365 days a year with no vacation and no sick days. And sure, for a 19 or 20 year old this seems like a lot but this is considered below poverty, and would be hard for anyone to live off of, especially while paying for school and trying to live the normal college lifestyle. “I think if I worked full-time I would be able to support myself but I would completely have to change my lifestyle, it would be difficult”, said Chapman. In 2013, President Obama called for an increase of minimum wage to $9 an hour during his State of the Union address. And Sen. Tom Harkin (D-Iowa) and Rep. George Miller (D-Calif.) introduced legislation that would raise the federal minimum wage to $10.10 per hour. *To read the rest of this article, please visit newswire. shc.edu
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The Men of Color Council before their demonstration in the Caf. Photo courtesy of: Men of Color Council
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International Service Immersion Program members during their Christmas Caroling fundraiser Monday night. Photo courtesy of: Campus Ministry
Spring Hill College and University of South Alabama Cheer and Dance Teams during half-time at Spring Hill vs. South Alabama basketball game. Photo courtesy of: Spring Hill College Cheer & Dance Team
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Alpha Sigma Nu members after Tuesday’s induction luncheon. Photo by: Jack Culotta, Jr.
Badgers prepare to sing their hearts out during Campus Ministry’s ISIP fundraising event. Photo courtesy of: Campus Ministry
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December 3, 2015
Greek Life Overnight Formals to Continue By: Christian Cage Reporter
An important part of Greek life at Spring Hill College (SHC) is the encouragment of social and enjoyable experiences for students. To fulfill this, many of the Greek organizations at SHC host formals throughout the year, which enable members of the Greek organization to enjoy an evening outside of campus at a private event located somewhere in Mobile. However recently, one of the fraternity’s at SHC decided to provide an evening to its brothers that no Badger has experienced before. On November 13, Delta Chi fraternity hosted SHC’s first ever overnight formal. It was the first formal ever located out of state. The event consisted of each fraternity member inviting one guest to charter on a bus to Pensacola, FL for an evening
of partying, followed by an overnight stay at the Holiday Inn. Organizer and President of Delta Chi, Lee Leavitt, had a lot to share about the event. “Being the first Greek organization to ever attempt an overnight and out of state formal, I wasn’t quite sure what to anticipate. However I can honestly say that the formal was much better than any of us could ever have expected,” said Leavitt. Having been the very first overnight formal in SHC history, the evening was an event which became common conversation around the campus. Question circulated as to whether such an occasion will be able to continue, and if other sororities and fraternities be allowed to have the same opportunity. According to Director of Student Involvment, Mike Freyaldenhoven, his answer was nothing short of an assuring “absolutely”. For organizations wishing to hold
an event such as Delta Chi’s recent formal, Freyaldonhoven said there are a few more barriers to overcome but the process is quite simple. “Groups simply register their events with us and brainstorm solutions to issues that could arise, along with a safe plan of action to address the issues” he shared. President Lee Leavitt was very thankful for the opportunity. “I wanted to thank everyone that helped us make this trip possible,” he added. It would be safe to say that Greek organizations at SHC will continue to host overnight formals.
Delta Chi brothers Andy Yactayo, Trevor Douce, and Jordan Quinn pose for a picture at Delta Chi’s formal. Photo by: Kyle Halstead
A Hamilton Hip-Hop History Lesson
By: Phillip Travis Contributing writer
ton, born out of wedlock and raised with no father seemed to fit the proHamilton, hip-hop, and history; file perfectly and his over-driven three H’s one might think would work ethic makes it work even betnever go together. In New York City ter. According to CBS News, at the age on Broadway, the play “Hamilton of 17, Hamilton moved out to New Alexander: A Life Made for a Stage” York City. Earning the title of Genis showing with an unexpected twist. Accordingly, his life story is being eral, Hamilton aided Washington told through hip-hop. According to at age 22 during the Revolutionary Lin- Manuel Miranda, playwright, War. At the age of 34, he became the in an interview with CBS News, he first Secretary of the country. The cast of the play sounds nothwanted to tell the story of Hamilton ing like what the Founding Father’s through hip-hop because of the energy the music genre has. “The hip-hop sounded like. American’s story told narratives are about writing one’s back then is being told and castways out of circumstances.” Hamil- ed by the people of America now. Throughout the play are many R&B moments, rap battles between Hamilton and opposing characters like Thomas Jefferson and solo rap skits. Fr. Stephen Campbell, Spring Hill College Theater and Acting professor, is not a big fan of hiphop. In an interview with him after viewing portions of the play online, he states “telling the story of Hamilton with hip-hop looks like it is working. The Broadway Play being sold out is a justification of that.” Many of today’s hiphop songs talk about overcoming a struggle or hard time in life where it directly relates with the life of Hamilton. Campbell believes that the mix of rap and R&B in the play was cleverly pieced together. “If the play was completed Photo courtesy of: Playbill.com strictly with rap with no change
in pace, the play would seem to get a bit obnoxious. Not only is the rap lyrics, singing, and the music catchy, but the choreography of hip-hop dance is graceful. The dance is very similar to the art of ballet.” Journalist Andrew Bluebond has written an article Why History of Hip-Hop Should Be Taught in School. According to Bluebond, Jason Dzik, a history teacher at Archbishop Hoban High School in Akron, Ohio, teaches hip-hop in high school history classes which is potentially fruitful for students. “With a little help cutting through the content, I am quite confident that high school students would be able to contextualize hip-hop music, including its influence, and what it says about the feelings of the urban Black Community in the 80s and 90s,” says Dzik. Dr. Tom Ward, Spring Hill College History professor, believes that hip-hop is a great way to educate the youth on history. “Hip-hop gets people to think about the old ideas using modern music and actors,” said Dr. Ward. The genre of hip-hop was not around during the time of Hamilton and minorities seldom held high positions during those times. Dr. Ward believes that this hip-hop version of Hamilton was influenced by the many unique ways Shakespeare plays were done. “We don’t know what they said back then, but by using modern language it can help break their ideas down.” Ira Martin, a University of South-
ern Mississippi senior and rapper, believes that hip-hop is a great way to tell hip-hop because of how raw the style of music is. “Hip-hop is so simple and complex that anyone from the streets up to scholars are able to follow it.” He has written and recorded many songs, and referenced to some historical figures in his music. “I did an assignment in a communication class making a rap about historical documents once. It was pretty dope to make a rap about the documents,” Martin says. Tyler Nichols, Spring Hill College junior, and Gary Josey, freshman, take a history class called The American Way of War and believe that the course would be more appealing if hip-hop was incorporated. “The history of hip-hop represents the African American experience in the United States and it is a predominantly American style of music. It can easily be done in American history,” said Nichols. Though hip-hop is a worldwide trend, Nichols doesn’t think other types of history besides American history can be told through hip-hop. Josey stated, “hip-hop has become accepted across all cultures and is a valuable tool in teaching history, but it certain types of history.” Because of the energy and modern language in hip-hop, it is seen as a great tool to use in history and theater. Both students and teachers enjoy the idea of hip-hop promoted in the classroom.
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Balancing Hoops and a Good Academic Standing in College Michael-John Connel Contributing writer In recent years, issues have risen about how some higher academic institutions are handling their athletes’ academics. Some schools that are considered athletic powerhouses, such as University of North Carolina and Syracuse, have been under scrutiny about giving grades to athletes for classes that never existed, or permitting academically ineligible players to continue playing, according to Time.com. The Chronicle of Higher Education also reported that 20 additional schools are being investigated for academic fraud. At Spring Hill College, Aaron Niven, head coach of the men’s basketball team, holds his team to a higher standard. Niven stressed the importance of academics for his players saying, “That’s why they’re here, first and foremost. That’s what we talk about all the time, basketball is a means to get an education… Basketball doesn’t last forever, and if you don’t have that piece of paper when you’re done, you’ve wasted your time.” Aside from speaking to his players about the im-
Men’s Basketball Head Coach Aaron Niven. Photo courtesy of: Victory Sports Network. portance of maintaining good grades, Niven puts it to practice. He holds a daily study hall for fresmen and certain players that are below their goal mark of at least a 2.5 grade point average. He had some teachers come to speak to the team and keep up with them throughout the semester with biweekly grade reports. Another rule the coach stresses is that every class
is mandatory. “That’s a non-negotiable rule,” said Niven. “If you miss class, you got a lot of running to do and we check that periodically,” he continued. The next thing the players are required to do is sit within the first two rows of the classroom in an attempt to get better grades. Niven isn’t the only basketball coach that keeps a watchful eye over his players’ academics, but his players are definitely buy-
ing into his system. “When I got here I was told that it was around a 2.5, 2.6 is what their GPAs were,” Niven stated. “Since I’ve been here we’ve had a 3.0 three of the four semesters, and the last semester, the spring semester, we missed it with a 2.98.” The New York Times performed a study that found that recruited male athletes earn an average GPA of 2.84, which is .2 lower than male non-athletes. Niven is beating that number while still focusing on the hardwood as well. Sophomore guard Jack Morrissey thinks his coach is successful in keeping his players hitting the books. “He does a great job of it,” said Morrissey. He continued by saying, “He has a lot of study hall sessions for guys who really need it and really every practice he’s always mentioning how books are first and how we need to take care of that before anything else.” Another player who has benefitted from Niven’s emphasis on academic excellence is sophomore Walter Massey. Massey had a tough time adjusting to college from high school, leading to his academic ineligibility last school year. “My first semester I didn’t
adjust too good, but after him pushing me and believing in me, I was able to get my grades up with study hall two hours a day every week,” explained Massey. The guard/forward combo also praises his coach’s endeavors to be more than just a basketball coach. “He loves to say that he’s not really just our basketball coach, but our life coach, and he wants to turn us into men,” said Morrissey. “He’s a pretty good dude, he’s got a good head on his shoulders,” he continued. Niven is very happy with how his team has made such a strong effort to improve academically. “We went from a 2.6 or a 2.5 team to an over a 3.0 team, and I’m very pleased with what they do academically, and I have been so far in our grade report sheets and midterms up to this point,” stated Niven. With a number of colleges providing false grades, letting players continue playing illegally or any other matter, Coach Niven stands out by not allowing that in his program. The players are heeding his messages and trending upwards in their academics.
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On the Spot: What do you want in your stocking?
Amber Taylor Freshman
Hayden Prichard Sophmore
Kerri Ebanks Junior
Ian Garrison Senior
“Chocolate. The answer is always chocolate.”
“Socks. Like a lot of socks.”
“Josh Montgomery.”
“A diploma.”
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Farewell: A Letter to Our Devoted Readers Dear fellow Badgers, Taking on the responsibility as Editor-in-Chief for this semester was a task I was apprrehensive about undertaking, but you all have made my job extremely enjoyable and worth while. I want to thank everyone who contributed to The SpringHillian in any way, whether it be contributing content or spreading the word about what you loved about The SpringHillian this semester. Despite our switch to an eight page spread instead of twelve like previous semesters, we tried to provide you all with content pertenant to you. I hope we have succeeded at this job this semester. It has been my greatest pleasure to serve you all. The Student Media program went through some major changes this semester, and I thank you all for your support and patience along the way. Unfortunately, our time together is coming to a close. But don’t fret, The SpringHillian will be back in action next semester, and I’m sure the new Editor-in-Chief will have a lot of wonderful things in store for you. I hope you all enjoyed our last SpringHillian for the semester. Have a fantastic Christmas break, and remember, keep it classy. Sincerely, Cree Pettaway