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4 Welcome!
38 Springfield places
74-75 Springfield 98-99 Volleyball parks AcAdemic Life 100-101 men’s 8 campus map 40 coffee shops 76 move-in soccer weekend 10 Textbooks 42 campus 102-103 parking 78 Under 21 Women’s soccer 12 freshman activities year tips 44 microwave 104-107 Athletes meals 79 night life to know 14 Undecided majors 47 Volunteering 80-81 mSU 108-109 men’s traditions basketball 16 Talking to 48 campus professors employment 82 What is an 110-111 ice RA? hockey 18 Public affairs 51 campus safety 83 Get along 112-113 Athletes 20-21 Bear Line with your on Twitter 52-53 Rec center roommate and intramurals 22 mSU social 114 Lacrosse media 84-85 campus 54 Residence religious 115 field hockey halls 24 classroom organizations tips 116 Tennis 56 Taylor Health 86-87 Springfield 26-27 computer radio stations 117 Golf labs 58-59 Alcohol poisoning 88 campus food 118-119 28 Adult Student Women’s Services 60 mSU theater 90-91 Springfield basketball upcoming plays sports STUdenT Life 120 Swimming 31 career center 62 car-less 92-93 money and diving solutions management 32 motivation 121 Game day 66 freshman 15 SPoRTS And expectations 33 movie theaters RecReATion 68 Springfield 95 football 122-123 Baseball 34-35 fall events shopping 96 Track and 125 Softball 36-37 Greek life 72-73 dorm cross country organization 126 Ad index
Standard staff Advertising staff Brandi Frye sales Holly Johnson sales Joshua Jones sales Nick McConnell sales Christian Roderick sales Zach LaMarre graphic design
Editorial staff Eli Wohlenhaus editor-in-chief Peyson Shields managing editor Nicole Roberts news editor Rebecca Biundo life editor Emily McTavish photo editor Taylor Balleau copy editor Elizabeth Armbrecht copy editor Kayla Seabaugh copy editor Theresa Brickman copy editor
Reporters/Photographers Emma Jones reporter Brittany McIntyre reporter Lacey Curtis reporter Myesha Smith reporter Brian Wright reporter Ben Gilbert reporter Bart Anders reporter Eric Knifong reporter John Robinson reporter Mike Ursery reporter Zachary Fletcher reporter Maddy Cushman photographer Ryan Welch photographer
Professional staff Jack Dimond faculty adviser Sandy King advertising manager
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Editor-in-Chief Eli Wohlenhaus talks about the upcoming year By Eli Wohlenhaus The Standard @eliwohlenhaus
Think about traveling abroad for a moment. Would you appreciate a simple sign that reads “Welcome to France,” or would you prefer something more? Consider this your official “welcome to” message. This is college, and now you are here. More importantly, you are at Missouri State University, home of the Bears and The Standard, an award-winning student publication of which I am now the editor-in-chief. You probably have a number of expectations and uncertainties, and at this time, I will squelch your concerns and transform your expectations. Being at a university is a new experience but not in the confused way that is perpetuated by Hollywood. It is about learning and paving a way for the future. Although you may not always agree with the methods or the people around you, now is the opportunity to really get a grasp on adulthood. The stigma surrounding college life is that of staying up late to study and getting inebriated on the weekends. That is a childish way to make it through, especially when there is so much more to soak up in a place that offers plenty to do. Within this issue, you will get a glimpse
into what the city of Springfield and the campus of Missouri State University has to offer. From parks to theaters, you can find numerous fun ways to spend your time. Being safe is important in college, no matter how you choose to spend your time — whether it be debauchery or bookworming. One of the easiest ways to stay safe is to stay
informed. MO State has safety officials employed and on campus at all times. Here at The Standard, we will always report on and update information that may deal with safety issues on or near campus. Being a student-led publication is unique because we produce content that is relevant to you. It is not always hard news or univerEmily McTavish/THE STANDARD
sity calendars but a representation of student life. Each week, we will have feature stories on shops, departments and even students. We have a great sports staff, too, who will be covering every maroon-clad team throughout the entirety of the year. Keeping up with The Standard is easy. There is a website (the-standard.org), Twitter accounts (@TheStandard_MSU) and @Standard_Sports), an Instagram (@TheStandard_MSU), two Facebook accounts (The Standard and The Standard Sports) and a YouTube (MSUStandard). There is also an app that you can download, which is a lot like the website, only easier to use on a mobile phone. The Standard will print a newspaper every Tuesday during the school semester, but updates will show up daily on the website. Don’t be afraid to get involved on campus, and never be afraid to contact teachers or advisers with questions or concerns. If you ever have any concerns with any of our stories or publications, feel free to email standard@missouristate.edu. Welcome to the Bear family! Enjoy this guide to the bear essentials (pun) of Springfield and stay connected with us at The Standard. Sincerely, Eli Wohlenhaus
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Campus map
Need to find a building on campus?  Find the name in the key. The main campus is shown here, while the downtown buildings are in the separate map on the left.
Map Key 101 Allison North Stadium 102 Allison Recreation Fields 103 Allison Sand Volleyball 104 Allison South Stadium 106 Art Annex 107 Blair-Shannon House 131 Blunt Jordan Valley Innovation Center 132 Blunt Jordan Valley Innovation Center Labs 108 Bookstore 109 Brick City 110 Burgess House 111 Carrington Hall 112 Central Stores and Maintenance Building 113 Cheek Hall 114 Child Development Center 115 Clay Hall 116 Craig Hall 117 Davis-Harrington Welcome Center 118 Ellis Hall 119 Forsythe Athletics Center 120 Foster Recreation Center 121 Freudenberger House 122 Garst Dining Center 123 Glass Hall 124 Greenwood Laboratory School 125 Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts 126 Hammons House 127 Hammons Student Center 128 Hill Hall 129 Hutchens House 130 JQH Arena 133 Karls Hall 134 Kemper Hall 135 Kentwood Hall 136 Kings Street Annex 137 Levy-Wolf Building 138 McDonald Arena 139 McQueary Hall 140 Meyer Alumni Center 141 Meyer Library 142 Monroe Apartments 143 Morris Center 144 O'Reilly Clinical Health Sciences Center 145 Park Central Office Building 146 Plaster Free Enterprise Center 147 Plaster Stadium 148 Plaster Student Union 149 Power House 150 Professional Building 151 Pummill Hall 152 Safety and Transportation/Springfield Police 153 Scholars House 154 Siceluff Hall 155 Strong Hall 156 Student Exhibition Center 157 Sunvilla Tower 158 Taylor Health and Wellness Center 159 Temple Hall 160 Transit Operations Center 161 University Hall 105 Warren Center for Archaeological Research 162 Wehr Band Hall 163 Wells House 164 Woods House
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You can make textbook reservations with the university bookstore.
Buying versus renting By Myesha Smith The Standard @Myy2Ys
Students need to know their options on book buying and exchanging. Making reservations at Missouri State’s bookstore is more convenient for properly selected textbooks and can be charged to student accounts. However, prices can vary when you look beyond campus. Renting is also a popular option for students. Stores like Text Bucks — located at 607 E. Madison St., Suite 100 — are within walking distance and have an online site for buying and renting textbooks. Reservations can be made online and by phone, and shipping is available. Student Book Exchange is a three-minute commute from campus located at 633 S. Kimbrough Ave. and open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Kenneth Washam founded Student Book Exchange in 1964 across the street from campus. A second location is at 601 N. National Ave. It’s open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This store also has an online option for getting books and comparing prices. Student Book Exchange was voted the best to buy and rent textbooks from the Standard’s Best of MSU 2014.
Where to find your textbooks before the semester starts
Barnes & Noble is a well-known choice for college students. You can get your books at the store, and you can study there too. Textbooks are available used, new, for rent or they can be exchange. Coupons are available for textbooks online from various sites like offers.com and coupons.com. Some will be available in the bookstore for incoming students at the beginning of the fall semester. The Barnes & Nobles Springfield location is 3055 S. Glenstone Ave. They are open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. from 10 p.m. There are also independent bookstores in Springfield, like ABC Books, where you can buy, rent and exchange books. Books can be searched and priced by ISBNs online and in the store. All textbooks may not be listed online, but, students can always give them a call or send an email. ABC Books can be reached at 417-831-3523, and it is located at 2109 N. Glenstone Ave. Hooked on Books also offers great prices, but the store also has over 100,000 rare books in stock. With two locations both Springfield and Ozark, they are more than willing to help students search for specific textbooks. The Springfield location is located at 2756 S. Campbell Ave. and is open from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Physical store locations aren’t students’ only option; there are plenty of online textbook sites that rent and ship books like Book Renter, Amazon, Textbook Rentals, Syko and Chegg.
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How to survive freshman year By Brittany McIntyre The Standard @brittnmac13
If you are reading this, congratulations! You have recently graduated high school and now have the privilege of attending Missouri State University. Go Bears! College may seem both frightening and exciting, so here is some advice to help you survive your first year. 1. Go to Welcome Weekend. Maybe it seems lame, but it is a great way to meet people and get to know the faces of other freshmen. Not only are there plenty of fun activities, but there are also lots of freebies you did not even know you needed. 2. Take advantage of the free stuff. Whether they are pens or shirts or coupons, the free items you get from organizations can be useful throughout your first year. Sample Springfield is an event that takes place in the fall where vendors from the Springfield area bring samples of their products. Come hungry to this event because you’re not going to want to miss it. 3. The first thing you will get when you
check in is a lanyard for your keys and student ID. Most upperclassmen would tell you not to wear your lanyard around your neck everywhere you go, as it is an obvious indicator of your freshman-ness. However, if you are like me, you will likely lose your keys at least once a week. If you know you need to wear your lanyard to keep you sane, do it. I will be right there with you. 4. You might know students at Missouri State from your hometown. I am sure your high school friends are really great, but you have to get away from them and make new friends. If you stick with your few friends from home, you will have a hard time meeting some of the awesome people at Missouri State. 5. Get involved. This is an overused cliche, but do not take it lightly. If you wait to get involved, you are missing out on the cool people you could be forming friendships with. Whatever your thing is, Missouri State has it. 6. College is weird, so do not be afraid to be weird as well. It is basically one huge judgement-free zone. If you want to ride a razor scooter to class or have random 2 a.m.
dance parties, do your thing. 9. You came to college for an education, so 7. Find a place to study. The library is great, you have to put in the work. It is not great but it is often busy and can be distracting. when your friends are out having Look for a place to study that is best fun while you are stuck for you. For example, I like to inside studying, but it study in the pit of Temple will be worth it in the because there are lots of long run. At the tables and a white board. same time, do not Do not be afraid to be afraid to take explore campus and study breaks. find your own hide out. Quick tip: 8. Try not to go “I Believe (Get Over Yourself)”/Nico Vega Study breaks home every weekend. are best served If you miss every “Dime Store Cowgirl”/Kacey Musgraves at Hurts weekend, you will Donuts. “Keep Your Head Up”/Ben Howard miss all the fun 10. Have an activities and “Anna Sun”/Walk the Moon open mind. opportunities to meet College is an “Rollercoaster”/Bleachers other students. To fully experience like no enjoy your college other. Come in “Cassy O’”/George Ezra experience, you have to put in ready to try new the effort your freshman year. By things, find success and staying on campus on weekends, you defeat and have a good time. will become more immersed in the way of You will not like everything you try life at Missouri State. or be perfect at it, but college is all about finding yourself.
SIX SONGS TO
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Undecided major?
Don’t be discouraged yet
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Missouri State offers over 150 majors and an option to create your own major. about your likes and dislikes can narrow down By Kelsey Kane areas of interests and help you figure out The Standard what’s important to you. Is it a passion for a @KelseyKane certain something? Is it financial stability? So you have packed your bags, signed up 2. Bowles suggests getting involved in the for classes and have your dorm room assign- resources the Career Center offers, as well. ment. You are ready for college! Except for “Utilize services through the Career Cenone more thing: you have no idea what you ter,” Bowles said. “They have assessments stuwant to do with your life. Before you have a dents can take to answer tough questions like panic attack or an existential crisis, just what are you good at, what environment they’d remember that this is totally and completely like to work in and help to decide a major.” normal. The Career Center offers self-assessments, According to the Institutional Research career-shadowing opportunities and workOffice at Colorado State University, in 2000, shops for building a portfolio and conducting 31.15 percent of students with declared majors effective job searches. changed their major once, and that percentage 3. Missouri State offers a class designed to went up to 45.24 percent in 2005. Missouri State academic adviser Christina help students explore different majors. IDS Bowles said, generally speaking, about one- 120 applies self-assessments and decisionthird of Missouri State’s students are unde- making activities to help students determine what their strengths are and what career path a clared. “Any one student is not alone,” Bowles student can excel in. said. “They’re encouraged to think about the 4. The Majors Fair, hosted every fall by the fact that just because they’re undeclared, that usually means they are taking time to decide Academic Advisement Center, gives students what to do. When they do declare, they typi- an opportunity to learn about the different cally stick to it more so than students who majors and interact with the departments. “It’s an all-day event for students to come come in declared because they’ve done and meet with multiple people in one locaresearch.” College is a time of exploration and this tion,” Bowles said. “It’s a great opportunity to includes exploring different interests and do research. This year, the fair will be hosted majors to find the one that fits you. Missouri on Sept. 29.” State offers over 150 majors, so if you are The most important thing is not to get disundeclared, you might be feeling a little overwhelmed, but there are resources to help you couraged. It’s OK to take the time to figure out what it is you truly want to do. And remember, get started. there are an abundance of options out there, 1. You will be assigned an academic advis- and multiple people are willing to help you sort er well-versed in students with undeclared through them to find a major that speaks to majors. Meeting with your adviser and talking you.
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Relations with professors Know how to get along with your teachers
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seems to happen most in classes that pertain to your major or something that interests you. However, this isn’t always the case. Some professors and students simply butt heads from the start, and that can add immense stress to your semester. There are a few ways to maintain or improve your relationship with your professors.
Show up to class
This is one of the most important ways to show your professor that you respect their time and effort and that you are a mature, young adult willing to work hard.
Pay attention
Stay off your phone. Do not chat with your neighbor, do other homework or catch up on your napping. Ask questions, answer questions and engage in conversation. This will help put you in your professor’s good graces.
Read your syllabus and know what is expected
Know the class rules, and respect them, even if you don’t completely agree. If you have questions, simply ask. You should know what you should be reading, when big tests are coming up and what homework is due, even if your professor fails to communicate those things verbally in class.
Have a good reason for extra credit or extending deadlines
When you do need an extension or extra credit, be sure that your reasons are valid and mature, and ask respectfully. If mutual respect has been achieved, a compromise may be reached. Sometimes, despite all efforts, you and your professor cannot seem to come to an underBy Emma Jones standing. If you truly believe that your professor is being unfair and is doing a poor job, then The Standard that is when you involve your adviser. @WildEmmaChild This is usually the exception, not the rule. Most of your professors are well-trained and Your educational experience can be defined by how well or how poorly you get along with well-equipped to do their job, just as long as you do yours. Many professors can become life long mentors and assets who help you to achieve your your professors. You can determine, to an extent, how your semester will fare in terms of homefull potential in your field of study. work, extra credit, deadline extensions and just an all around pleasant learning environment. The key to a positive student-teacher relationship is simply mutual respect. Sometimes you can enter a classroom and immediately connect with your professor. This
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Understanding the public affairs mission This year’s theme: building healthy communities: Body, mind and spirit By Mike Ursery The Standard @MikeUrsery
Missouri State University is one of 67 institutions of higher learning in the state, but it has a way to differentiate itself from the others. MSU has had a public affairs mission for 20 years, since the passing of Senate Bill 340 in 1995, which granted the mission to the school. The public affairs mission is comprised of three pillars: ethical leadership, cultural competence and community engagement. On top of the foundation for the public affairs mission, students and faculty choose a theme each year to develop and promote public affairs activities. The theme for the 2014-2015 academic year was The Ethical Citizen: Can You Make a Difference? This theme included various activities that allowed students to promote ethical leadership in the community, and the keynote speech was by Cal Ripken Jr., Major League Baseball’s “Iron Man.” For the upcoming year, the theme will be Building Healthy Communities: Body, Mind and Spirit. The essence of this theme is to explore healthy living not just physically, but also mentally and spiritually. This year’s theme will include more activities for students to get involved and contribute to the community, including Public Affairs Week, which will take place Sept. 14-19. Other events at MSU include a community engagement project Oct. 5-9, where students at various universities around the state can get involved with issues pertaining to foster care. The event will be spearheaded by a project called Sammie’s Window. The project will focus on supplies needed for foster families, such as food, clothing and hygiene items. For more information about public affairs and how students can get involved with the university’s public affairs mission, visit the MSU public affairs website at www.publicaffairs.missouristate.edu.
Public Affairs Week is Sept. 14-19, and Public Affairs Conference is in the spring. Monday, Sept. 14 10 a.m.-2 p.m. New Voter Registration 7-9 p.m. Frank Warren’s, PostSecret Live Tuesday, Sept. 15 9:30-11 a.m. Bridging the Diversity Gap by Building Healthy Communities and a Rich Campus Life (one-hour presentation, 30 minute Q&A) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. New Voter Registration 2:00—4:00 PM Building Healthy Communities through Advocacy — a hands-on training. 5-6:30 p.m. The Hunger Banquet Wednesday, Sept. 16 10 a.m.-2 p.m. New Voter Registration Noon-1 p.m. U.S. Citizenship Naturalization Ceremony 4-6 p.m. MSU Talks...about Building Healthy Communities 9-11 p.m. “Selma” film presentation Thursday, Sept. 17 10 a.m.-2 p.m. New Voter Registration Noon-12:15 p.m. Carillon Bells 'Constitution Day’ Patriotic Recital 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Civic Engagement Conference Saturday, Sept. 19 8:15 a.m. Into the Streets — community service day open to all.
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So, how do these shuttles work? The key to using the Bear Line shuttle system is knowing where you are and where you want to go, then figuring out which route will get you as close as possible. Here we show you each of the seven daytime Bear Line routes on separate maps. In addition to these daytime routes, three evening routes (Maroon North, Maroon South and Pink) are available on various days of the week.
GOLD: Bear Park North to downtown
Orange West: Campus & residential
Bear Park North, McDaniel Street (near the Morris Center), Park Central Office Building, Brick City, Lot 47 at Mill and Boonville, Lot 48 at Phelps and Jefferson, Jefferson (near Morris Center and Meyer Alumni Center), back to Bear Park North.
Plaster Student Union, Woods House, Hutchens and Hammons houses, Wehr Band Hall, Harrison Street and Thomas Avenue, South Avenue (between State and Madison), three stops on Madison Street, Bear Park South, Meyer Library, Madison Street (near Foster Rec Center), back to PSU.
Red: Bear Park North to Carrington Bear Park North, Bear Park South, Art Annex, Carrington Hall, Plaster Stadium, Bear Park South again, Meyer Library, back to Bear Park North.
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Blue: PSU to Kentwood
Purple: PSU to Greek Row
Orange East: PSU to lots on Grand
Green: Bear Park North to PSU
Plaster Student Union, Woods House, Scholars House, Cherry Street (near Garst Dining Center), Elm Street (between Lot 44 and Bear Park North), Lot 51 (between Elm and Walnut), Kentwood Hall, Sunvilla Tower, Hammons Hall, JQH Arena, Madison Street near Foster Rec Center, back to PSU.
Plaster Student Union, Woods House, Scholars House, Elm Street (two stops on Greek Row), Elm and JQH Parkway (near Sunvilla Tower), Hammons Hall, JQH Arena, Madison Street (near Foster Rec Center), back to PSU.
Plaster Student Union, Monroe Apartments, Lots 22 and 24 south of Grand Street, Kings Street (between Lots 22 and 18), Art Annex, Carrington, Plaster Stadium, Bear Park South, Meyer Library, Madison Street (near Foster Rec Center).
Bear Park North, Hammons Student Center, Madison Street (near Foster Rec Center), Plaster Student Union, Woods House, Hammons and Hutchens houses, back to Bear Park North.
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Get social with MSU & The Standard By Rebecca Biundo, The Standard Whether you are busy, on the go or just hanging at home, social media is at your fingertips. Find out about the latest Missouri State news, happenings and announcements through these informational and entertaining accounts.
@rebeccabiundo
WHO TO FOLLOW: TWITTER
LIKE THIS: INSTAGRAM @missouristate
Posts include campus happenings, Bear Wear Fridays and videos from President Clif Smart.
@thestandard_msu Posts include MSU events, sports recaps and, of course, shots of issues of The Standard.
@TheStandard_MSU @Standard_Sports
Follow these Standard-sponsored accounts to get the latest updates in news and sports even when it’s not publication day.
Follow MSU Dining Services for menus, specials and events at the dining halls. Keep your eyes peeled for food giveaways from this account.
@MoStateDining
@ClifSmart
Stay up to date with MSU President Clif Smart as he tweets his daily events, inspirational quotes and replies to students.
@mostatefsl
Posts include student spotlights among Fraternity and Sorority life, recruitment and other FSL events.
@msusustain
Posts from Missouri State Sustainability include energy tips and MSU’s sustainability.
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Read The Standard online at the-standard.org for extended stories, photo galleries and more. Read the print edition at issuu.com/thestandard_msu. Like us on Facebook facebook.com/TheStandardMSU
@ThePSUBear
Follow this fun parody account featuring the bear statue outside of the Plaster Student Union for school spirit and endless bear jokes.
@TheNancyAllen
As a published author, law professor and “Game of Thrones” enthusiast, Nancy Allen may seem like she doesn’t have time for social media, but her 1,605 tweets — as of July 14 — would prove otherwise.
JOIN THESE: FACEBOOK GROUPS Textbook Free & For Sale The saying, “One person’s trash is Exchange another person’s treasure,” cannot be more true as Free and For Sale’s motto. As a member of this group, students can post unwanted items for sale and buy other items that are posted. Follow us on Twitter @TheStandard_MSU
Similar to Free & For Sale, this group specializes in buying and selling textbooks student-to-student. Watch at the beginning and end of the semester for the biggest selection. Follow us on Instagram @TheStandard_MSU
@MOStateSGA
Stay informed about campus changes and what is happening in MSU’s student government. Watch for live tweets of meetings and other fun announcements.
Overheard at Missouri State
This group was made by students for students. Once a member, you can post things you’ve seen, questions or concerns you may have. With almost 8,000 members, these posts reach a lot of students. Subscribe on Youtube MSUStandard
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Welcome to
College 101 This is the start of the rest of your life — learn the tricks of the trade from a college student By Nicole Roberts The Standard @NReneeRoberts
While college is full of clubs and friends, it is also full of homework and tests. Part of going to college is taking classes, which can be intimidating if this is your first semester of college. Some of these tips could be difficult, but if you use them throughout the semester, they will help you succeed in your classes.
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Crush your first week
Your first week of classes can be scary, especially if you are not exactly sure where your classes are or whether or not you will like your classes. Here are some tips you can follow to help you during the first week: 1 Try to find your classes before they start. If you are still having trouble finding them, use the student helpers you will see on campus the first couple of days.
2 Get to your classes early. 3 Talk to at least one person in each of your classes the first day.
4 Read the syllabus. It will tell you everything you need to know about grades, class participation and more.
5 Don’t just be a face in the crowd — introduce yourself to your professors after your classes.
Keep on trucking
Once you get past your first week of classes, college life starts, which means juggling homework, tests, extracurricular activities, fun with friends and more. There are several things you can do to succeed in your classes while still keeping up with all of your other activities: 1 Avoid sitting in the back of the classroom because you will be more tempted to text and nap. 2 Take advantage of extra credit opportunities.
3 Try to get involved with classroom discussions. Not only do teachers appreciate this, but it is also a good way to make friends and remember information for tests.
8 Talk to your professors if you have questions or are struggling in the classes.
4 Even though you are not assigned a seat, you will most likely claim a seat as yours in each of your classes. Sit in your “unassigned assigned seat,” not someone else’s.
6 Do not procrastinate on doing homework, papers or studying for tests.
5 Check your Missouri State email. Professors will most likely contact you about class information through that.
7 Do not skip your classes all the time. You are paying for these classes, and going to them will help you pass the tests.
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Let’s get technical Your guide to all things computer related — from labs on campus to printing
finish your paper and then realize you have no idea how or where to print it. Luckily, it is easy to get connected to Missouri State’s servers once you know how, and there are As a college student, there are going to be plenty of computer labs across campus so that many long nights full of studying and writing you won’t ever have a problem getting your papers. The last thing you want to happen is to papers printed on time.
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Labs on campus
There are three open-access computer labs on campus: Cheek Hall 150, Glass Hall 229 and the second floor of Meyer Library.
Cheek Hall 150 Monday-Friday, 24 hours Saturday, 10 a.m.-midnight Sunday, noon-midnight
Glass Hall 229 Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.- 10 p.m.
Meyer Library
Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Weekends, noon-6 p.m.
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From digital to paper
Students that bring their own laptops or other devices to college with them and are living in a residence hall can hook up their laptop to the front desk printers. For those using Windows, the steps are as follows:
1 Search for \\resprint.missouristate.edu on your computer.
2 Enter your Bear Pass login and put @SGF after your username.
3 Select the correct printer for your building and right-click on it to select connect.
4 Your computer will install the printer, and it will be on your printer list.
Any time you go to print from the front desk, you will want to go through the first two steps to make sure that you are connected to the server. If you are a Mac user, follow these steps:
1 Download and install the printer drivers, which can be found at resnet.missouristate.edu/Help/Printing. 2 From the Apple Menu, drop down and click System Preferences, then click on Printers & Scanners. 3 Click on the plus sign to add the printer, then right-click on the toolbar to select customize toolbar.
5 Click on the Advanced icon and set the type to Windows printer via spoolss and set to Another Device. 6 Fill in the remaining boxes with information corresponding to your residence hall, which can be found at resnet.missouristate.edu/Help/Printing. 7 Set the Use Box to Select Software, and select the driver for your residence hall. After you have selected it, click Add.
Now you know where to go to do homework and print papers, but how do you go about Whenever you print to the front desk, you will be asked to login each time. printing? Every academic year, each student is given $60 toward printing. Each time you print from one of the school printers, it costs money: black and white is 8 cents while color is 75 cents. If you happen to run out of printing money on your student account, there are prepaid Homework, studying and writing papers is a big part of being in college. Luckily here at printing allotment cards available in the bookstore and in Bear Necessities, located on the sec- Missouri State, it is made easy by our open-access computer labs and the ability to print right ond floor of the Plaster Student Union. from the comfort of your dorm room. 4 Drag the advanced icon to the toolbar, and then click Done.
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Campus computer help
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Get computer help at the information desk on the second floor of the Meyer Library. Someone can help you change the password to your student email, print in the computer labs or answer questions about your personal computer. Definitely tell someone if there are issues with the lab printers. This is also another student employment opportunity for those who are tech savvy. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. You’ll feel better getting your problems solved.
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The office of Adult Student Services is inside the Meyer Alumni Center, located at 300 S. Jefferson Ave.
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Adult Student Services offers guidance to non-traditional students By Mike Ursery The Standard @MikeUrsery
Most students arriving to MSU every fall are fresh out of high school, probably leaving home for the first time and only having responsibilities that pertain to college. However, a portion of the students enrolling will have been out of high school for several years and chose a different life path after high school that didn’t involve pursuing college. Non-traditional students are students that do not enter college immediately after graduating high school. While they make up roughly 15 percent of the student population at MSU, these students still have issues they face while enrolling, picking a program of study that interests them and registering for classes. “We try to be a one-stop shop for services,” Jonathan Talley, director of Adult Student Services, said. “We do a little bit of work on the academics side of the house. We also do work on the student services side of the house. We just do the best we can to assist non-traditional students who are coming back to school.” Adult Student Services does not stop at just admissions and registration. They also assist non-traditional students with applying for financial aid, applying for scholarships,
placement testing and helping students devise a plan for school that is compatible with outside priorities such as marriage or work schedules. With the world always changing, entering college has become much more important for older adults. “People are coming back to retrain for a new economy,” Talley said. “Things that people were doing 20 years ago are now obsolete, so people want to learn new skills that will help them be successful.” Non-traditional students are encouraged to take advantage of the scholarships that are offered through Adult Student Services. The department offers two scholarships: the Return to Learn scholarship and the Continuation Scholarship. The Return to Learn Scholarship is available to students who are 25 years or older and are either entering college for the first time or are returning after an absence of three or more years. The Continuation Scholarship is available to non-traditional students who used the Return to Learn Scholarship and have maintained at least a 3.0 grade point average. “We help students with financial aid, but we discourage student loan debt as much as possible,” Talley said. “The average student loan debt is $25,000. I’d like to see that number be zero.”
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Cultivating your career while still in college How the Career Center can help By Mike Ursery The Standard @MikeUrsery
Students attend institutions of higher learning for various reasons, but the primary reason is to achieve a desired career in the future. However, finding which degree path to follow can be difficult. For students who arrive at Missouri State University without deciding on a major, a resource is available to assist with that decision. The Missouri State Career Center offers a plethora of resources to students who are seeking either a decision on which major to choose or even employment while they attend college. “I look at the Career Center as a resource for students from beginning to end,” Jill Wiggins, director of the Career Center, said. “We provide the resources students can use to choose a career path and also encourage them to do their own research.” The Career Center offers resources such as job and internship searches, networking, training, tips for job interviews and career workshops. Several workshops are offered throughout the academic year. Workshops are offered for critiquing resumes, conducting mock interviews and career fairs. “We’ll coach students on how to write cover letters and resumes, but we don’t write
Career Center
Carrington Hall 309 Glass Hall 103 Monday-Friday 8 a.m to 5 p.m. 417-836-5636
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@MSUCareerCenter @MSUStudntEmploy them for students,” Wiggins said. “We teach that process so they can make their resumes targeted for whatever their audience is.” One challenge that most, if not all, students face is having money to spend while attending college. Living on a college budget can be tough, and students seek employment during school to have money for bills and other expenses. The Career Center works with the Office of Student Employment to help students find part-time work on campus that fits their class schedules. “Once they’ve secured that type of experience, we want to teach them how to pull out those transferable skills,” Wiggins said. “We want to help them get those skills on a resume to help them get whatever they are after.”
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Left, Graduate Assistant Tara Simmons, and right, Career Center Director Jill Wiggins.
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Mo Freedom mo problems: Staying motivated By Taylor Balleau The Standard @tayballeauu
You hug your loved ones and watch them exit whatever building you’re calling your new home. Inhaling slowly and exhaling loudly it hits you: You’re alone. No more helicopter parents, no more Find My iPhone screeches and no more walking middle-aged alarm clocks. It’s awesome, but with great freedom comes a pretty hearty amount of responsibility. Keeping yourself in check and on track is important to your success anywhere, so here are some tips to keep your morale, grades and social life as high and mighty as they can be. The most important thing in college are grades; that’s why we’re here, right? Although staying on top of everything may seem like a monumental task, it’s easy if you start and stick to a system at the beginning of each academic period. It’s pretty tricky to get A’s lying in bed. Find the courage to desert your warm burrito of covers each morning and head to class— although it’s easier said than done. Set multiple alarms with different tones in hopes of waking your brain up with a differ-
ent melody instead of the same beeping it’s heard since elementary school. Unless you have a legitimate alarm clock, place your phone/alarm across the room. This eliminates the turning-off-your-alarm-in-yoursleep possibility. Keeping morale high in an 8 a.m. class is more difficult than herding cats, but a few little changes in your morning crawl to class may change your outlook. Wear whatever makes you happy. If you’re content with sweatpants and smudged makeup—go for it. At least you’re in class, right? If it’s a dreary day, throw on your favorite T-shirt or shoes. It really does make a difference. If mornings are the enemy, Starbucks is the answer. Pep up your morning with an extra shot of espresso and a swipe of your Bear Pass. The best morning fog eliminator is breakfast. The Agriculture and Health Department Board suggests eating within two hours of waking up, so even if it’s a bite after class, it helps more than enduring an empty stomach. It’s also proven that eating breakfast increases your glucose levels, which is an essential carbohydrate that helps your brain function swiftly. Your morning meal improves memory and concentration levels, while making us happier and less stressed out. As if you didn’t need another reason to
eat all that bacon. I personally recommend trying to make a breakfast date schedule with your roommates, friends or future classmates. It’s a good meal, good conversation and it urges you to get up and get going—no one likes ditching people. After you’re up and going, stay outside of that dorm room. Bring some study materials or your tennis shoes so you can hit the books or the gym between classes. You’ll get more done, meet more people and feel more productive and less like a hermit. Set a time each week to go to your study spot of choice. Whether it be the library, somewhere in the abyss of Craig Hall or on the grass lawns by Carrington, find a quiet place and make it a habit to give your brain a workout every few days. Instead of taking your freedom and full stomach as naptime, get out of your room and do something, I beg you. Take a look at bulletin boards posted all over the PSU, in the residence halls and academic halls, while also peeking at the Missouri State online calendar. We’re all in the same boat; some peoples
boats are a little more afloat and patched than others, but as long as you’re moving forward don’t let yourself stop. Make a schedule, connections, the Dean’s List and your time at Mo State the best it can be.
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Movie theaters in Springfield By Eric Knifong The Standard @e_knifong
Get tickets and special deals for the movies
Springfield is full of different activities for students when they’re not bogged down with their studies. Some of these places include movie theaters, and Springfield offers many different theaters for every type of movie-goer. They also offer great discounts for being a student with a valid ID. Here is a list of the different theaters to attend:
This theater shows movies that are no longer in other theaters and have yet to be released for purchase. Also, this theater is easy on the checkbook as all ticket prices are $3.50 and children under two years get to watch movies for free. TimeWarp Tuesdays is a promotion every Tuesday that allows the public to see movies for $1.50. 2220 W.
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Chesterfield Blvd. 417-875-6200. ater serves drinks and offers a full menu of food items. To enjoy the palacemovies.com drinks, the movie-goers must be Regal College Station Stadium at least 21 years of age. Ticket 14 prices vary depending on which One of the closest theaters to theater people want to enjoy their Missouri State is Regal College movie in. 620 N. 25th St., Ozark. Station Stadium 14 where you 417-485-4077. bbtheatres.com. can catch first-screen showings. They offer many promotions such Starplex Cinemas Springfield 11 as; $2 candy every Monday and & IMAX This theater is strong in $2 popcorn every Tuesday (these promos do require a Regal Crown amenities with the IMAX auditoClub membership). The theater rium, 3D, leather reclining seats offers tickets for $7.75 before 6 and much more. The prices for p.m. and $10 after that time. Stu- students at all times is $6.50 for a dents get discounted tickets of $8 2D movie and $11.50 for IMAX. only for movies after 6 p.m. On On Tuesdays, they have 2D Tuesdays, all ticket prices are $5. showings all day for just $5 and 415 W. College St. 844-462-7342. $9 for the IMAX. 3D movies cost an additional $3 for all regmovies.com. prices. 3200 E. Montclair St. B&B Ozark-Nixa 12 with 417-882-8370, Marquee Suites & Grand Screen starplexcinemas.com. This theater is not located in Springfield, but with a short drive The Moxie Cinema The Moxie offers movie-goers people can see a movie and eat dinner at the same place. The the- a different type of movie experi-
ence with showings of independent and foreign films. There’s not another theater in Springfield like it. They also have special series showing classic films and documentaries. Ticket prices are $9 for adults and $8 for students with a valid ID. Before 2 p.m., movies are $7, and they have specials on Mondays and Tuesdays with $6 movies all day. The special prices vary depending on what event is taking place. 305 S. Campbell Ave., Suite 101. 417429-0801, moxiecinema.com.
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Fall in love... with Springfield There’s a new season around the corner — discover what festivals and events the Queen City has to offer By Peyson Shields The Standard @peys_maker
A lot of exciting things are happening in the fall—new pencils, a different class schedule and being able to catch up with friends you missed over the summer. Besides school, though, Springfield has several events that scream fall, pumpkins and staying warm.
Farmer’s Park is the host to local farmers and their goods. Stroll with your lover (yes, dogs are allowed), pick up fresh produce for dinner and even grab a bite to eat from one of the many food trucks. Japanese Fall Festival Sept. 11-13 Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden hosts this annual festival to celebrate Japanese heritage. From tea to performances, there’s a lot to do during this cultural weekend. Mo Food Truck Fest Sept. 19 Become a food truck connoisseur during this one-day festival and competition. All kinds of local food trucks, ranging from hot dogs to vegan, fare will be present to give you a taste, of what hopefully is, victory. PFI Party in the Parking Lot Sept. 3 A concert by Thomas Rhett kicks off the annual Professional Bull Riders week with a $30 general admission concert. Food, drinks and more fun will have you dancing in your cowboy boots. Taste of Springfield and Oktoberfest Oct. 3 Gather with friends, or make new ones at one of the most fun events in the fall. Local restaurants and breweries assemble to give Springfieldians a taste of what they have to offer.
First Friday Art Walk Every first Friday of the month throughout the year, Art Walk is hosted downtown. Several businesses and restaurants participate — and considering it’s all ages, grab your roomies and get to know downtown. Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival Sept. 1 Earn your 13.1 bumper sticker by running in the festival or volunteer for your 0.0 sticker at this annual festival. This communitywide, nonprofit event promotes health throughout the Springfield community. Cider Days September 19-20 Sip on some apple cider and enjoy the start of fall at Cider Days. This annual festival features local crafts, music and a whole lot of fun. Farmer’s Market of the Ozarks For more events or information on events Every Saturday morning starting at 8 a.m., listed, visit www.springfieldmo.org.
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Music adventures are out there Fall concerts provide MSU students with road trip options By Zachary Fletcher The Standard @Zachfletch
Blue jeans are practically a prerequisite for country concerts, so what better time to see one than in the fall? Lady Antebellum and Hunter Hayes will perform together in Kansas City on Aug. 21, and Dierks Bentley will visit Kansas City on Sept. 12. The Charlie Daniels Band will be in Springfield on Nov. 6, and Josh Turner will play in St. Louis on Nov. 19.
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Summer is always the biggest season for concerts, but that does not mean that you can’t catch a show or two once school is back in session. Here is a breakdown of some of the biggest acts coming to Missouri during the fall semester. Ticket and venue information can be found online.
If you are a fan of festivals, be sure to clear your schedule on the weekend of Sept. 11-13. Kansas City’s Dancefestopia— featuring electronic acts like Bassnectar, Porter Robinson, and Datsik—will be held Friday through Sunday at Berkley Riverfront Park. On Saturday and Sunday of the same weekend, The Avett Brothers, Hozier, Ludacris, Young The Giant and others will be at St. Louis’ Forest Park for LouFest. You probably won’t be able to catch both, but maybe that is for the best— festival passes are expensive, and these are no exceptions.
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If you like your concert experience to be extravagant, you might want to catch one of the pop acts making their way to Missouri this semester. In addition to his appearance at LouFest, Hozier will be in Kansas City on Sept. 14. Following him are Nick Jonas in St. Louis on Sept. 15 and Taylor Swift with Vance Joy in Kansas City on Sept. 21 and 22 and in St. Louis on Sept. 28. Twenty One Pilots will be in Kansas City on Sept. 22 and St. Louis on Oct. 31. Ariana Grande will be in St. Louis on Oct. 4, and Young the Giant—who will also be at LouFest—will be in Columbia on Nov. 10.
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Rockers of all stripes should find something to satisfy them this concert season. Foo Fighters will be performing in St. Louis on Aug. 19 and Kansas City on Aug. 21. Incubus and Deftones are scheduled to play Kansas City on Aug. 23. Blues Traveler will be in Columbia on Sep. 29. New Found Glory will be hitting St. Louis with Yellowcard on Nov. 8.
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Some artists making the rounds this fall do not fit well into any of the above categories. Singer-songwriter Chris Isaak will be in Kansas City on Sept. 1. Dream pop band Beach House will visit St. Louis on Sept. 27, and electronica pioneers Kraftwerk will play Kansas City on Oct. 9. Celebrated vocalist Josh Groban will perform in St. Louis on Oct. 19, hip-hop duo Run The Jewels will make a stop in K.C. on Oct. 22, and indie folk group The Milk Carton Kids will be in St. Louis on Nov. 4.
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Pros and cons to MSU Fraternity and Sorority Life
requirement. You’ll find Greek organizations at every tailgate, football game and campus festival, as well as organizing fundraisers and social events of their own. If anything, you’ll be wishing for a chance to slow down.
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student at a university, it’s possible that your grades will suffer as a result. This risk is not limited to schoolwork, either—jobs, outside friendships and participation in other organizations can all be negatively affected by Greek life. Your fraternity or sorority will become a major part of your identity, whether you like it or not. You can’t expect to have it both ways.
Fraternity and Sorority Life members cheer on their teams during the 2015 Greek Week kick-off field day competition. Greek Week is an annual event hosted by FSL.
By Zachary Fletcher The Standard @ZachSFletcher
Greek life is an important part of the college experience for many students. For those who 3 Building a support network are considering joining a fraternity or sorority but aren’t sure if it’s the right decision, here’s a In many ways, a fraternity or sorority is like rundown of some of the most significant pros a family. Your brothers or sisters will share your and cons. good moments and also your bad ones. If you have an upcoming test, they’ll help you study. If Pros: you need a ride, they’ll pick you up. If you need advice or encouragement, they’ll provide it. It’s 1 Finding friends not that you can’t find this sort of support outside of Greek life, but it certainly helps when It’s almost impossible to get involved in your whole network is under one roof and Greek life without forming at least a few close bound by a pledge to help however possible. bonds of friendships. Connecting with other people is one of the most crucial parts of the col- 4 Distinguishing yourself lege experience, and Greek organizations exist Greek life provides many opportunities to specifically to help that process along. That stuff about brother- or sisterhood isn’t just for exercise leadership, hone your social and orgashow—when you spend time every day with nizational skills, and prepare yourself for postpeople who share your interests and want to get college life. Be it through running for an executo know you, you’re bound to become pretty tive position, helping to plan an event or fundraiser or simply becoming a mentor and close. role model for younger members, you will have ample opportunities to distinguish yourself and 2 Getting involved build a solid reputation as a student, an employIt’s easy to come to college expecting to get ee and a human being. Membership in a fraterinvolved with everything and then find yourself nity or sorority not only looks good on a sitting alone in your room when the time actual- resume, it also provides a legitimate opportunily comes. This isn’t a concern when you’re in a ty to improve yourself and become the sort of fraternity or sorority. Greek life is all about cam- person others will look up to. pus involvement—in fact, involvement is a
Cons: 1 Paying the price
Membership in a fraternity or sorority is expensive. Annual dues can rack up, and they don’t always cover specific events or trips. Scholarships and fundraising can help, but there’s no guarantee you’ll get what you need—it’s possible you’ll still end up paying 4 Lifestyle choices out-of-pocket. If you’re not willing to make It’s no secret that fraternities and sororities the financial commitment, it’s probably best party. Just walk down Elm Street any given to avoid Greek life. Thursday, Friday or Saturday night if you need proof. There’s nothing wrong with unwinding Giving up your free time 2 after a long week or cutting loose—preferably Money isn’t the only thing you’ll be giving in a safe and responsible way—with your to your fraternity or sorority. Greek life takes up friends from time to time, but it’s easy to get a lot of time, especially during the rush process. into a routine of partying or going out every Mandatory events and meetings, Greek week and neglecting your other needs. SomeWeek/homecoming festivities, get-togethers times a night in is more therapeutic than staying with your big or little and all the other obliga- out until late, and you won’t wake up with a tions and expectations that make membership hangover either. It’s certainly possible to be a in meaningful in the first place can eat away at a fraternity or sorority and not spend all your what little free time you have as a college stu- time partying—plenty of people do it, after dent. It’s easy to overextend and to find yourself all—but the temptation can be difficult to resist, giving up more than you can spare. If your especially when it’s new and exciting. heart’s not in it, it’s likely not worth the trouble. 3 Rearranging priorities
One of the biggest risks of Greek life is making it your first—or only—priority. Once you begin thinking of yourself primarily as a member of your fraternity or sorority rather than as a
Ultimately, the decision whether or not to rush is yours alone. Everyone has different needs, wants, and expectations for their college experience, and there is no right or wrong option. Whatever you decide, remember to make the most of your time here and to get involved in a way that’s suited to your own strengths and interests.
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FSL gets its groove on during Greek Jam.
Yell Like Hell!
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FSL competes in a yelling contest.
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Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden
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Fun Acre Miniature Golf
Explore cool activities and places Springfield has to offer By Peyson Shields The Standard @peys_maker
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215 S. Grant Ave. Mother’s Brewing Company is a local brewery mixing up craft beers for those 21 and up Welcome to Springfield — where Andy’s Frozen Custard is a culture and seeing too much PDA wanting to step away from Nattie Light. They even offer free brewery tours every Saturday at at Bass Pro Shops is the scandalous act of the century. Our little town of Springvegas can seem dry 2, 3 and 4 p.m. for those wanting to sip and learn. Just make sure you show up early since it’s sometimes, but with a little adventure, you can discover the gems this little city has to offer. first come, first serve. Whether you’re looking for a fun date, a way to kill time with friends or just something to do on your own, here’s a taste of some cool Springfield spots to check out. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park 3825 W. Farm Road 146 Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden Channel your inner kiddo, or even take your kiddos (if you have them, don’t steal some2400 S. Scenic Ave. one’s kid, Ok?) and explore the Rutledge-Wilson Farm Community Park. From petting the Beautiful flowers and birds adorn this park — so take a study break and head to Mizumoto farm animals to fishing at the pond, there are several activities that are even winter friendly. Japanese Stroll Garden for a quiet walk and breathtaking views.
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2215 W. Chesterfield Blvd. 3500 S. Lone Pine Ave. So maybe it’s not a real activity but how cool is it that Springfield is home to a giant fork? From jogging to grabbing a bite and renting a bike at Sequiota Bike Shop, Sequiota Park is Plus, everyone from home on Instagram is sure to double-tap. a fun way to spend an afternoon. It is dog friendly and even has a cave that you can peek your head into. What else do you need to have a good time? Springfield Skate Park 945 W. Meadowmere St. Fun Acre Shred some gnar with friends at this local skate park. With memberships available and even 2500 S. Campbell Ave. $3 skate nights, becoming a character off “Rocket Power” is easier than saying, “cowabunga.” You can get 18 holes of mini-golf for $2.50. That is all.
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The World’s Largest Fork
4150 S. Lone Pine Ave. 400 S. Jefferson Ave. Paint your own Picasso on a wide variety of pottery options at Firehouse Pottery. Only $6 a Nothing says a classic Friday night like gaming with friends. For $5 you can play the night painter plus the cost of your piece, this affordable activity also leaves you with personalized art.
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6 Coffee shops to keep you going
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By Lacey Curtis The Standard @lncurtis318
Coffee shops are a staple of college life, whether you use them to get together with friends and hang out or as a relaxing spot to study. Springfield has plenty of coffee shops, a few of them accessible from the Bear Line. Let this be your one-stop guide to the coffee shops our city has to offer.
Classic Rock Coffee is located on West
Sunset Street and features an unique — you guessed it — classic rock inspired atmosphere. Guitars and album covers line the walls and some of the tables are old drums. It serves simple frappuccinos, lattes and iced coffees as well as protein smoothies, sandwiches, soups and salads.
Mudhouse is one of many coffee shops downtown, located on South Avenue. This coffee shop has been voted Springfield’s Best for 15 years. It boasts fresh ingredients and roasted beans in the drinks. It also serves
sandwiches, soups and salads as well as fresh baked goods.
Coffee Ethic is also downtown, right off the square. It serves traditional espressos, alcoholic drinks, loose leaf teas and inhouse made pastries, among other similar things. It even has a small outdoor section for days when it is just too nice to sit inside. Heroes Coffee is near Brick City down-
town on North Boonville Avenue. It is a great stop for any art student looking for a quick cup of coffee before class. It uses gourmet syrups and sauces in the drinks and also roasts coffee in house.
Hebrews Coffee can be found on East Republic Road. The coffee is traditional, but this shop makes its own syrup to use in the flavored lattes. Hebrews also sells all-day breakfast, sandwiches and pastries.
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Kingdom Coffee & Cycles, located on
South Market Avenue, is unique in that it is both a coffee shop and a bicycle shop. Alongside the bike parts, it also sells traditional coffee and pastries. If you want a different kind of coffee shop atmosphere, then Kingdom Coffee might be what you’re looking for.
Potter’s House is the closest to campus, locat-
ed on South National Avenue. Within walking distance to campus and formed with Missouri State in mind, Potter’s House is a good meeting place for study groups and clubsalike. Potter’s House is also a nonprofit ministry.
Mudhouse offers a punch card. After 10 espresso drinks, the next one is free.
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Check meters to know when they’re enforced. Below: University police will fine you for parking violations.
Avoiding tickets and tows Helping you park on campus By Nicole Roberts The Standard @NReneeRoberts
It can be confusing when figuring out where and when you can park on campus. Some parking lots only allow certain parking permits, and others only allow parking for certain times on certain days. For the fall and spring semesters, residence parking permits cost $164. Commuter parking permits cost $91 and motorcycle permits cost $22. You can purchase a new orange parking permit for $65, which can be used for lots 39, 51 and 52. The charge will appear on your university account. You can also buy evening, temporary or reserved parking permits. All of the parking permits and lots are color-coded. You can park in the parking lots that match the color of your parking permit on weekdays. You do not need a parking permit for residence hall, commuter or reserved parking lots from 5 p.m. Friday to 7 a.m. Monday. Along with color-coded parking lots, there are also metered parking spots that cost $1 per hour. Parking meters are enforced Monday through Friday. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. The meters
Exceptions to the rules
• Parking permits are enforced 24/7 in lots 5, 6, 9A, 10A and 19A. • You cannot park in lot 18 from 6 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Monday. • Lot 28 parking is prohibited Monday through Friday 11 p.m.-5 a.m. and is closed all day on Saturday and Sunday. • You cannot park in Bear Park South 2 a.m.-5 a.m. daily • All service and university vehicle parking spaces are reserved 24/7.
in front of Hutchens and Hammons Halls are enforced 24/7. If you break the parking rules, campus security can ticket you. The fines can range anything from $22 to $150, depending on the violation, and the charge will show up on your university account. You have to pay the fines or file a formal appeal with 15 days of receiving the fine. You can buy parking permits and visitor passes online or at the Parking Administration office, located at 700 E. Elm St. Parking tickets can be paid at the Bursar’s Office in Carrington Hall.
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Dorm room microwave taste test Your onestop guide for cheap, good food By Emily McTavish The Standard @EmMcT
Welcome to college living. Let’s pretend you’ve gotten sick. Sorry, but it does happen. You’re sick and you’re desperate for something quick. Let’s pretend you have a big exam you’re studying for and the dining halls
are closed. Or, maybe, it’s too cold for you to walk there, or it’s raining really hard. Let’s pretend you’re too lazy to cook for yourself. Let’s pretend you’ve gone way too far over your budget and cannot afford much. These are all reasons you may want microwavable meals in your room. There is no shame here, and I took the time to taste test a few. Please note, consuming microwave meals is not the most healthy thing in the world. Yet, sometimes it’s just what you need. Here is a guide to microwave meals:
Servings: One Package 220 Calories 470 mg sodium This is cheesy, sticky lava, and it’s a classic. Easy Mac does not taste like the blue box, but who wants to clean a pot? Or what if your milk is spoiled? I suggest adding a pinch of pepper if you have it. I do that to all my macaroni and cheese. This is not the most filling, but it definitely hits the spot.
Kraft Easy Mac
Servings: Two 250 Calories 730 mg sodium Warning, this comes out super hot from the microwave. I have to admit this was my least favorite thing that I tried. I remember eating the ravioli as a kid and liking it. I think I’ve gotten picky in my old age. To me, this tasted like noodles in tomato soup, which is also not
Chef Boyardee Beefaroni
one of my favorite soups. No offense to those who really enjoy it. I also thought there was way too much sauce and very little beef.
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Servings: Two 90 Calories 790 mg sodium Hands down, this was my favorite. It really does taste homemade and there were large pieces of chicken, carrots and celery. If you are sick and desperate, do not be ashamed to buy these. It was my most expensive purEmily McTavish/ThE STandard chase, but it was still less than $2. The soup also heats well without getting so hot you Michelina’s Fettuccine Alfredo scorch your tongue. Servings: One Package 300 Calories Maruchan Yakisoba Noodles-Roast Chicken 630 mg sodium Flavor This was a wild card found in the frozen Servings: Two food section and was only $1 when I went 250 Calories shopping for this project. While cheap, I 680 mg sodium You know Maruchan, and don’t think you would not call it filling or amazing. I actually have never heard of them. You have definite- thought it was a little bland. However, you ly heard of Ramen. This is basically Ramen. could probably pep it up with parmesan This had the best container because it was cheese. The container was also pretty flimsy, thicker plastic. The dehydrated vegetables did so fair warning. Wrapping this up, all of these meals were not add much to the noodles except a little crunch. Yet some vegetables are better than less than $2 and took no more than four minnone. Right, Mom? I thought this tasted salty, utes in the microwave to make. The chicken sweet and a little like barbeque. I actually noodle soup was great and Chef Boyardee liked it quite a bit, and I would consider this needs to stick to ravioli, in my opinion. Also, one if I was sick. Sorry, but you’re going to why are so many meals noodle-based? Don’t forget to love your microwave. get colds a lot.
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Giving back and volunteering in college By Brittany McIntyre The Standard
Missouri State students might volunteer to fulfill requirements for scholarships or fraternity and sorority life, to give back to the community or for a variety of other reasons. However, when coming to Springfield, you might not know some of the places to volunteer. Here is a look at some common volunteer spots in the Springfield area.
Humane Society of Southwest Missouri
The Humane Society is located 20 minutes from campus on West Norton Road. Those who volunteer here may perform a variety of tasks, such as walking dogs and socializing cats, cleaning kennels and dishes or helping with laundry. A perk for volunteering here is that the volunteers can come in at whatever time works best for them and can perform whichever tasks they prefer. To become a volunteer, you must attend an orientation, which is typically held on the third Saturday of the month. For more information, visit swh.org.
Convoy of Hope
Convoy of Hope is an organization students often choose for volunteering because no pre-registration is required. The volunteer opportunity is called Hands of Hope. It takes place every Tuesday at the World Distribution Center, located on South Patterson Avenue about 10 minutes from campus, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Volunteers help with jobs like counting, labeling, packing and sorting items. For more information on this organization, visit convoyofhope.org.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat of Humanity is an organization that works to provide housing for residents of the Springfield area. There are many ways to volunteer with a simple sign up on the website, habitatspringfieldmo.org. Students can just pick the shift that best fits their schedule and go in to volunteer. The Springfield location is located on South Scenic Avenue, just 15 minutes from campus. Zachary Fletcher/THE STANDARD
The Sigma Epsilon chapter at Missouri State, pictured to the right, is the 2015 Volunteer Organization of the Year.
How to log service hours Students who must log their hours for school may not have learned how to do this. If you have to log your volunteering hours for fraternities, sororities or other campus organizations, it is important to keep track. 1. To submit hours to the log, first go to my.missouristate.edu and log in using your Bear Pass. 2. Under the Profile tab, click Campus Link. This will pull up a separate web page. 3. Under the Organizations tab, there is a directory of organizations on campus listed in alphabetical order. 4. Find Volunteer Programs. 5. Click on Forms in the lefthand column and then choose the Individual Service Report Form. A form must be submitted for each date of volunteering. 6. If your hours must be submitted for an organization, be sure to pay attention to when all of the hours are due.
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More than just class
Working on- or off-campus
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Missouri State University prides itself on providing a work-study-friendly learning environment, and they do so by providing students with employment opportunities that are flexible with a busy class schedule and potentially career-advancing. Along with these services come a variety of job opportunities from a server at the Chick-Fil-A in the Plaster Student Union to a front desk receptionist in a residence hall. There are many benefits to working on campus. Montana Richardson, a senior English major, worked as a barista at File Photo/THE STANDARD the campus Starbucks for over Student ambassadors give tours to prospective stua year. “It was great to be so close dents and their parents during the school year. to my classes,” Richardson said. “I could literally get off work and go straight to class. Missouri State It was also a great way to meet people. Everyone likes Student Employment Services the guy who makes them coffee.” Blair-Shannon House 113 To qualify for an on-cam417-836-5627 pus job, you must meet certain criteria. To be employed, jobs.missouristate.edu you must be a degree-seeking student taking at least 6 credit Facebook: Missouri State Student hours a semester —unless you Employment are an international student, in which case you must be enrolled for 12 credit hours. Student employees must also maintain a 2.0 GPA during the semester to continue their employment.
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Staying Safe By Kelsey Kane The Standard @KelseyKane
When planning for the first semester of college, safety is likely one of the last things you think about or anticipate. Although college campuses do the best they can to provide a safe environment for students and staff, they are not free from accidents and crime. Missouri State University provides safety alerts to students and staff via email about reported incidents around campus ranging from theft to sexual assaults. So far in 2015, six alerts have been issued, including two vehicle theft alerts, two sexual assaults and two physical assaults. This number of alerts already matches the total number of alerts from 2014. This information isn’t meant to scare students or demonstrate that MSU is unsafe. The point is to show students that bad things can happen if they’re not careful and don’t take their safety seriously. Being aware of potential threats and what to do in case of an emergency could be the difference between a life or death situation. Here are some tips for navigating around campus safely. 1. Lock up your dorm room when nobody is there. It may seem like a no-brainer, but after a while, your dorm room starts to feel like home and a safe place. While that may be true, there are always bad apples lurking around, and it sure is easy for someone to try all the doorknobs on your floor until they find an unlocked one. It’s better to be overly cautious than to have your Xbox missing when you get back from your afternoon class. Lock your door even if you’re only going to get your laundry, and keep valuables put away.
2. Lock up your car and hide any valuables in the trunk. This includes textbooks.
short walk back to your dorm room isn’t that big of a deal. In 2013, six instances of forcible sexual assault were reported on campus and two incidents of robbery were reported. When traveling in small numbers, use the Bear Line if possible. However, MSU’s Safety and Transportation Department also offers the service of Safe Walk, which allows students to be escorted by an officer from and to oncampus locations during the hours of darkness. This service is provided seven days a week.
4. If you’re a pedestrian or bicyclist, be cautious when traveling near busy streets and
even in parking lots. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 4,735 pedestrians and 743 bicyclists were killed in 2013 by motor vehicles nationwide. Last October, a Springfield man, not formally associated with the university, riding his bicycle was killed by a vehicle traveling at high speeds on Kimbrough Avenue, one block west of MSU. Although it’s not fair to generalize, some students and staff don’t exercise the best judgement when driving and can speed through crosswalks to try to beat a light or fail to pay attention when someone is crossing the street at a stop sign. Conversely, don’t assume that just because you are a pedestrian or a bicyclist that a car will stop for you. A car can do more damage to you than you can to it.
If your gut tells you something isn’t right, don’t ignore it. It’s better to err on the side of caution than to regret not doing so later. Missouri State is a wonderful place that will allow you to grow and experience new things, but not everyone always has good intentions.
A general rule is to use good judgement.
They may seem like a pain in the butt, but If you feel you are in some textbooks can sell for $100 or more, and thieves can strike in broad daylight to steal immediate danger, no matter the textbooks and sell them at bookstores. circumstance, dial 911 for help. According to the U.S. Office of PostsecFor more information about MSU ondary Education, four incidents of burglary safety and transportation were reported on campus and four incidents of motor vehicle theft were reported in 2013. procedures, including Merely keeping valuables out of your car or information about Safe Walk, call storing them in the trunk might save you a 417-836-5509. chunk of money later. 3. Avoid traveling alone at night. When faced with the dilemma of being stranded somewhere alone on campus, it seems like a
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Everything you need to know about the rec center and intramural sports By Ben Gilbert The Standard @TheGilb24
In 2012, Missouri State University built a place for students and faculty to enjoy all types of activities. The Foster Recreation Center is one of the most popular places at MSU. The rec center is the massive building located across from JQH Arena. All you need to access it is to be a full-time student and bring your Bear Pass ID. There are semester fees if you are a part-time student or an online student. Building manager Emily Fedynich said the most popular spot is the rock climbing wall. The 25-foot wall is filled with glowing hand holds and tape to provide the climber the challenging task of scaling it. “The staff will help you out any way they can and teach the proper techniques,” Fedynich said. “It sometimes gets busy in the fall semester with field trips, but it is worth the wait.” Fedynich said students can rent outdoor equipment for a price. Almost anything can be rented from the rec center. Coolers,
kayaks, tents, canoes, climbing equipment and even frisbee golf discs are some just to name a few. The rec center offers classes to provide people with the proper technique on climbing and how to belay, which is instrumental for amateur rock climbers to know about. The rec center has even more to offer. As you walk upstairs, you will find a massive area filled with everything work out related. Free weights, treadmills and stairmasters as far as the eye can see. There are also 10 free-motion machines that allow you to do whatever exercise you want. Students are able to vote for equipment they would like to see at the rec center. If there is something you want, simply walk over and cast your ballot. There is also a track surrounding track the second floor. Six and a half laps will equal a mile at the track, and there are four stretching zones where runners can take a rest. These zones can be used for yoga as well since they provide some privacy. Speaking of privacy, the rec center offers rooms to rent. These rooms are located next to the basketball and volleyball area. The rooms are giant and can be used for anything.
“We have had dance classes, cycle classes and even stomp classes held in these rooms,” Fedynich said. “They are popular during school events for parties as well.” As mentioned, the rooms are next to the basketball and volleyball area. There are 10 total basketball hoops, and you can bring down a volleyball net on courts two and three. This area is popular for intramural sports tournaments. The downstairs of the rec center houses another fantastic spot. The Aquatic Center is an indoor pool with a hot tub, saunas and even a zipline. The pool is only three feet deep which allows people to play a numerous amount of pool games. A lifeguard is always on duty for the kids too. There are classes offered, such as lifeguard training and swimming lessons. Outside is a patio that is great for studying, and there are chairs that can be used for tanning. It usually closes one hour before the rest of the rec center, so keep that in mind. “We just ask for everybody to pick up their items whether that is cleaning out your items from your lockers or putting back the free weights and basketballs,” Fedynich said. “It is a nice and clean place, and we strive to
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Monday-Thursday 6 a.m.11 p.m. Friday 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday Noon-11 p.m.
keep it that way.” If you’re an incoming student to MSU, the rec center is a must visit. It’s a place that combines the privacy of working out with the excitement of meeting new people and participating in activities.
Intramural Sports
Intramural sports are another way to meet new people while maintaining that competitive atmosphere. There are many sports where you can either register a team or become a free agent and get picked up by an already established team. The list of sports offered ranges from traditional sports like basketball, golf and soccer all the way to sports such as bowling and billiards. There are even leagues for weight-lifting, table tennis and ultimate frisbee. There are two types of intramural leagues at MSU. One is called Just for Fun, which is exactly how it sounds: a league that is cen-
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tered around having fun and less about winning and losing. The Top Gun league is more competitive with teams that put more emphasis on what their record is. Tournaments are also a big part of intramural sports. You can register a team for a tournament without getting involved in the league play if you wish. You can register to become a free agent online if you don’t have a team. This allows you to put yourself out there to other teams who are looking for players. You can only be on one men/women’s team and one co-ed team per sport. Speaking of being a free agent, the women’s club soccer team is looking for girls to play in the fall and spring semesters. Tryouts will be held the first or second week of the fall semester. You can contact Kayla Seabaugh at kluhcbaw14@gmail.com or Sammy Been at been23@live.missouristate.edu. Fraternities are a big component of intramurals. There is an interfraternity tournament that puts one fraternity against another in a battle of numerous events. It is a semester-long event that crowns a champion at the end. If you are interested in joining a team or finding out more about a certain sport or intramurals in general, visit missouristate.edu/recreation/Intramurals for more information.
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There is sand volleyball court next to the John Q. Hammons Student Center, where you can also play basketball. File photo/THE STANDARD
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Residence halls at MSU What are the perks of living on campus?
By Emma Jones The Standard @WildEmmaChild
Missouri State University offers many amenities for incoming students in hopes of making their transition smoother. There are 10 residence halls for students who live on campus. All residence halls are tobacco-free. These halls cater to the diversity of the university’s student body with a variety of different resources, locations, prices and rules. Blair-Shannon House is one of the largest residence halls, complete with its own dining facilities on the main floor. This residence hall is made up of six-person suites with one bathroom per suite. It also offers laundry services on each floor, and a computer lab and music
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The Bear Crew helps students move into their dorms.
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Students move into their residence halls at the start of the school year. room on the first floor. Blair-Shannon is a co-ed hall that requires residents to have a meal plan. Freudenberger House (also known as “Freddy”) is a co-ed, community-style living facility equipped with two-and three-person rooms and community bathrooms. It a computer lab, a central kitchen, study rooms and even a piano in the commons area. Hammons House is full of extra amenities. Offering two-and four-person suites, Hammons is a co-ed house with private bathrooms. Boomers Convenience Store is located in Hammons. Garst Dining Hall connects Hammons to Hutchens House. Hammons is conveniently open during breaks. Hutchens House, which is located on the other side of Garst Dining Hall, is a co-ed facility offering two-and four-person suites with private bathrooms and a kitchenette. It requires all residents to have a meal plan, and offers a recreation room, a computer lab, a music room and a laundry facility. Kentwood House is special because of its special attention to transfer students and upperclassmen. Adding to its charm, Kentwood was once the residence of well-known people such as President Harry S. Truman and Groucho Marx. It has single, double, super double and four-person suites available, as well as a dining center, computer lab, fitness center, TV lounge and laundry facilities. Kentwood requires residents to have a meal plan, but allows those of legal drinking age to possess alcoholic beverages. Monroe Apartments offer single, double and four-person suites with private bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchen and laundry facilities. Monroe does not have an enforced visitation policy, but you must be 20 years of age or older, have attended Missouri State for two semesters and have completed at least 30 credit hours of college to be eligible to become a resident. Scholars House offers four-bedroom suites with a shared bathroom and living areas. Scholars House has a serious focus on academics, which is why it is a residence hall specifically for members of the Honors College. It offers a TV lounge, computer lab and laundry facilities. Sunvilla Tower offers double, three-person and four-person suite options and a recreational area on the second floor. There is a patio and grill area, as well as a computer lab. Meal plans are optional. Wells House is centered around community living, involving shared bathrooms and living space with two-and three-person rooms and four-person suites. Wells offers music rooms, a TV lounge, a large community kitchen and a computer lab. Woods House offers two-person rooms with community bathrooms on each floor and a common area on the 10th floor, which offers kitchen facilities, study lounges and a laundry area. Two floors of Woods House are specifically designated for Living-Learning Communities. Woods House requires all residents to have a meal plan. MSU has a wide variety of residence halls for its wide variety of students so they can find exactly where they fit. For more information on residence halls and rates, you can visit reslife.missouristate.edu.
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Stay healthy & wealthy at Taylor Health & Wellness By Emily McTavish The Standard @EmMcT
While you’re packing your bags for college, there may be more things to pick out than cool bed sheets, desk organization supplies and a shower caddy. When it comes to your health, it’s important to pay close attention to what your body tells you. With Missouri State University’s on-campus clinic, Taylor Health and Wellness, you can come in for care from basic visits, getting tested and more. Dr. David Muegge, director of Taylor Health and Wellness Center, said you should probably bring your own thermometer to college. (Also, do not share and swap thermometers with your roommates.) “It makes a difference whether or not you’re having a fever,” Muegge said. This way, you could be on the phone with a nurse from Taylor Health and tell them your temperature. The second thing Muegge said students should have in their room is the phone number for the wellness center, and students shouldn’t feel like they are wasting a doctor’s time by coming in. Muegge said students’ ailments tend to follow a pattern with the school year with people first coming in with homesickness and injuries. “I’m kind of sad to say the freedom is a bit too much, and we see some issues sometimes with maybe alcohol,” Muegge said. “There is some spike in STDs.” As fall progresses and winter comes, Muegge said people then come in for colds and flus. However, he also said fewer people come in for flu symptoms since the student body voted to offer free vaccines. “Since then, what’s happened is we’ve, vaccinated I would say about 2,500 students a year now for the flu,” Muegge said. “And I think it’s made a real difference. I don’t think we’ve seen as much flu in January and February as we used to.” Muegge said when spring rolls in, the clinic gives out more travel vaccines for spring breakers, and then as finals approach, people start to come in for anxiety.
Clinic and pharmacy hours during fall/spring semester:
Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Appointments: 417-836-4000 Pharmacy: 417-836-4050
After hours provider at Mercy Hospital: 417-820-6055
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Finally, Muegge also suggested being cautious taking many pain relievers such as something like Ibuprofen. “One thing I’ve been surprised at is how students kind of eat Ibuprofen like candy,” Muegge said. “And the issue with Ibuprofen, you know if you eat a lot of it, is can cause ulcers, gastritis, bleeding in the stomach or small bowel and over a long period of time can damage your liver and kidneys.” Taylor Health is an accredited facility by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care and Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation. For more information on the clinic, see their website at health.missouristate.edu. Please also note, the above health issues are not the only reasons to visit the Taylor Health and Wellness Center.
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By Taylor Balleau The Standard @tballeauu
The hard pulse of the music rattles the notso-sound infrastructure of wherever you are. The red Solo cups flip and the alcohol flows. Blinding flashes of iPhone cameras flicker without rhythm and the only thing to count on is that it’s extremely hot, sweaty and drunk at whichever party you’re attending. Or maybe you’re just in someone’s home,
Party smart
If you decide to drink, be aware of how much you’re drinking, and check out Taylor’s Tips: • Carb up before you go out (I had only eaten the Lucky Charms marshmallows before my stunt) • Stay hydrated — between each alcoholic beverage, show some love to H2O • Stay with friends and hold your ground against peer pressure
chillin’ out and relaxin’ all cool. Or you’re donning your maroon and white pride at a tailgate. Or maybe you’re just having a rough day and have some unconventional coping methods. Or you think you’re having a blast with some Fireball and you end up in a hospital bed with your two suitemates taking pictures of your drunk self because you didn’t know enough about alcohol — or your limits. I’ll make it easy on you: that last scenario was me last October. As a teeny little freshman, I was excited
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about a party later that night. While being unable to drink beer, the party’s only alcohol supply, I decided I needed a little in my system before we arrived because I do not dance or handle large intoxicated crowds unless I am, let’s say, comfortable. So I drank. I drank a lot. I drank like 20 shots in, at the most, an hour. And then, through a very embarrassing string of events, I ended up in the ER with a bunch of other very nice, very drunk strangers. We all had earned a nice episode of acute alcohol poisoning.
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Alcohol poisoning is when your body can’t process what you’ve consumed fast enough, and it can become very serious, very quickly. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, your body can only process one unit of alcohol per hour. And yes, red Solo cups do have accurate measurements for beer, wine or and shots, as long as you go from the very tiniest line to the third from the bottom. Yes, it’s a “happy coincidence,” according to Director of Communications of the Solo Cup Company Angie Chaplin Gorman.
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Know the signs and risks
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That’s it, that’s one an hour. Now, I absolutely guarantee you’ll see people drinking a lot, and I mean a lot, more than that. I also guarantee you’ll be asked to join in on the festivities — which is fine as long as you’re educated about the risks of alcohol. Before you turn this nice newspaper column into a nice origami bird, get some knowledge in you. It could quite honestly save someone’s health in a major way. First, it’s important to notice the signs of alcohol poisoning not only for your sake, but also for your friends or drunk bathroom
What to watch out for Signs:
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Stupor Poor coordination Unconscious Repeated vomiting Uneven or slow breathing Clammy, pale or blueish skin Confusion
strangers’ sake. If they are exhibiting certain symptoms, it’s a medical emergency and it’s your job to get them to care, or to someone else that can get the inebriated individual professional help. But, if their case is less severe alcohol overintoxication can be treated at home. That’s only if they are not experiencing serious complications — and that’s a very fine line. Trust your gut; if it’s screaming at you, it could be life or death. No, really. The Center for Disease Control reported in January 2015 that from 2010 to
2012, six people died every day from alcohol poisoning alone. Of those people, 76 percent were men. So guys, if your buddy is cuddling with the toilet seat, unresponsive and turning a weird color, do not call him some awful name and insist he drinks more — I’ve seen it happen. Get some help. Coming from the girl that left the hospital still drunk with IV marks on her arms, get help. It’s important that you know the signs and symptoms, but why prepare for when it’s too late? To prevent over-intoxication, take a bit
Symptoms:
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• Unable to stand or walk • Unaware of surroundings • Difficulty identifying themselves • Difficulty breathing • Fever or chills • If their pulse is under 40, it’s a medical emergency • If you’re unsure of their state, observe them closely and ask identifying questions
Seeking help
417-823-7125, springfieldmoaa.org
SoBEAR: Bears in Recovery
417-836-5116, missouristate.edu/sobear
Counseling and Testing Center Carrington 311, 417-836-5116
Partners in Prevention
Taylor Health and Wellness room 37, 417-836-4045
Office of Student Conduct
Plaster Student Union room 405, 417-836-6937
of advice. If you find yourself or someone you know dealing with hangovers a little too often or spending all of their piggy bank change at the liquor store, Missouri State has options. Enjoy the loud music and the countless Snapchat stories, but please, be aware, be smart, be safe and don’t be afraid to get help. Let’s have a safe and spectacular semester, Bears.
How you can help Do:
• Give them ample amounts of water • Keep them upright and monitored • Make sure they’re warm
Don’t:
• Give them coffee • Put them in a cold shower • Let them sleep it off
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Take me to the theater
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The cast of “Tartuffe” put on a performance for Springfield.
By Nicole Roberts The Standard @NReneeRoberts
The Department of Theatre and Dance put on a variety of plays, and this school year is no exception.
Sept. 17-18, 20-25 and 27-28 in the Balcony Theatre In this all-women cast production, the women have a “pickling party.” While peeling the cucumbers, the women “wrestle with the past, the future and their relationships with one another,” Christopher Herr, the department head of the Theatre and Dance Department, said.
“Cucumbers”
Feb. 18-19, 21-26 and 28-29 in the Balcony Theatre “Uncle Vanya” takes place at a rural estate and follows the Serebryakov and Voynitsky families. A professor and his second wife, Helena, invite the family of his first wife to their home. A couple of characters start to fall in love with Helena, creating a complicated love triangle. The professor’s daughter worries about her lack of beauty and feels like love will never find her. The news that the professor might sell his estate leads to panic among the family as they try to keep the estate and solve their love problems.
“Uncle Vanya”
Oct. 8-11 in the Coger Theatre “Dogfight” is an award-winning musical and is based on the 1991 movie. Before a group of Marines are deployed to Vietnam, they hold a “dogfight” (the person who brings the least attractive girl wins the bet). One of the Marines, Eddie, feels bad for his date and reveals the truth about the dogfight. While the Marines are in Vietnam, Photo courtesy of the Theatre and Dance Department they face several obstacles, but the real challenge is back home, where they are “Hair” unwelcome due to the lack of support for April 7-10 in the Coger Theatre the war. “Hair” is a musical that follows a group of young people who band together and question “Midsummer Night’s Dream” society. Through their journey, the group Nov. 12-15 in the Coger Theatre starts to find different ways to express themThis Shakespearean comedy involves sev- selves, such as participating in meditation, eral love triangles caused by love potions. playing certain types of music and changing Puck, an elf, is instructed to create a love their appearances. This way of living grows potion by the fairy king and to use it on the popular throughout the U.S, and society later fairy queen and Demetrius, an Athenian man. coins the word “hippies” to describe these Puck accidentally uses the love potion on the people. The young group believes in “peace wrong Athenian, leading to a huge love trian- and love.” When tensions start to flare up gle. Puck tries to correct this mistake, but ends between the hippies and other groups in sociup creating more accidental love triangles ety, they go through protests and more to keep among other Athenians. Puck and the fairies that peace and love alive. have to work together with the lovesick Athenians to reverse the love potions. Tickets can be purchased at the box office located on the first floor of Craig Hall.
“Dogfight”
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Alternative transportation for those without wheels By Mike Ursery The Standard @MikeUrsery
Once you arrive at college, there are things you will want to do. You will want to get settled in your new dorm or apartment. You will want to find out where all of your classrooms are. You will also want to explore your surroundings. Except, there is one problem: You don’t have personally owned transportation. Getting around without a vehicle can be difficult, but it is far from impossible. Now, one thing you don’t want to rely on heavily is taxi cabs. Taxis can get you where you want to go, but those cab fares can pile up if you use them too often. More cost-efficient modes of transportation are available in Springfield. One such mode is investing in a bicycle. Bicycles aren’t expensive, and the money you save on cab fare or even spotting someone gas money for a courtesy lift makes up for it. Plus, places of interest
for college students, such as grocery stores and social hangouts, are within manageable riding distance. Bicycles can be purchased at A & B Bicycle, as well as corporate giants Walmart and Target. Craigslist is also an option. But,what if I need to go across town? City Utilities, the source for utility needs in Springfield, offers public transportation. The utility company operates buses that carry passengers through most of the city. Bus fare is $1.25, plus an extra 10 cents for a transfer on to a connecting bus. City Utilities also offers weekly and monthly passes with discounts for college students. The Bear Line carries passengers to the transit station, located on McDaniel Street in downtown Springfield. So, do not fret if you are without a vehicle when you arrive to Missouri State. With all of the challenges associated with adjusting to college life, such as making the grade or fitting in with peers, being carless does not have to be a burden.
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Avoid the Freshman
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Several students workout at the gym in order to stay healthy.
By Peyson Shields The Standard @peys_maker
New in theaters this month, “The Freshman 15” is a horror film about the effects of Taco Bell and beer on new college students. Based on nothing other than the nightmares of incoming freshmen. Critics rave that it’s a big hit: “Five stars.” -Elian Press “Film of the summer.” -Lady Rosemary Gazette All right, so no, this isn’t a real movie you can actually see, but let’s talk reality. Even though the dreaded phrase, “Freshman 15” is a possibility, it doesn’t have to be your own personal horror film. BearFit instructor Nicole Terry offers some tips for staying healthy and fit during college.
Stay Active
Missouri State’s recreation center offers group exercise classes for just $35 a semester. Terry teaches some of the classes offered, like kickboxing. “I like group exercise because it holds you accountable,” Terry said. “You form friendships at class and can even come with friends to class. Your instructor expects to see you each week, and they get joy in your successes just as much as you do your own.” The rec center also has a pool and rock wall, so there are always activities to do.
Make Smart Choices
Cutting down on processed foods and alcohol will help keep off the poundage and keep your body happy. “Stay fresh and whole,” Terry said. “Start your meal with the salad bar. Use vinaigrette dressings over creamy ones—they add more calories. Make sure to get protein to fill you up over carbs like pizza. Our dining hall website gives you calorie counts on the foods that they offer as well. This can be eye opening when you see the fried foods broken down into fat, carb and calorie amounts. This doesn’t mean you have to avoid pizza and fried foods completely, but try to eat them less often. If you try to make half of your plate fruits and vegetables and a quarter each of grains and proteins you will be set.” Fueling your body after a workout is important, too. “A glass of milk. You get proteins and carbs so you can keep your metabolism going and help repair and build muscle. Even a spoonful of peanut butter is a great post workout snack— throw it on an apple and you get a delicious treat.” Long story short, as long as you choose wholesome foods and stay active, the freshman 15 will stay in theaters and not play into real life.
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Springfield has numerous options for all kinds of different shoppers By Bart Anders The Standard @bartanders42
Whether you are moving to Springfield for the first time or took 10-too-many credit hours last semester, there is a strong chance you don’t know the city very well. Instead of trotting around town searching for your favorite speciality store, boutique or burger joint, let me make it easy for you. I present, Shopping Springfield: A Guide to Getting the Goods.
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For those of you just trying to pass Intro to Biology, don’t worry. There are no tests or exams at this cozy restaurant on Jefferson Street—only a juicy queso-Sriracha burger rightfully deemed The Full Ride and fish tacos that’ll knock your fins off. At first glance, the place might seem small, but the portions are big and the food is served in an oddly-elegant way that’ll have you back the day after your first bite.
for. It’s hard to fit the entire store into one description, but basically, if you need organic foods, supplements, personal care items, glutenfree food, natural remedies and more, just stop on by.
The Uptown Boutique
Though the clothes may not be my style (which is basketball shorts and an old T-shirt). The Uptown Boutique has made quite a name for itself locally as an innovative store with breakthrough and popular clothing items. Located on Battlefield Road, it’s worth driving a short distance past the mall and heading there instead to beat the prices and the lines.
Farmer’s Park
A rather new edition to Springfield, Farmer’s Park is an area designed to embrace healthy, happy lifestyles while supporting local farmers and businesses. With shops like Staxx, Barley Wheat and Rye Social House, Jellybeans, Metropolitan Farmer, Five Pound Apparel, Caffe Bene and many others to go along with local produce and herb vendors, it is no surprise it has been a MaMa Jean’s Natural Market smashing success since its opening in 2014. Even Sure, corporate America has made it easy for the buildings that make up the complex are all us to run into a grocery store, head directly to green and sustainable. aisle five and grab what we need, but sometimes, we can slow things down and shop for our bodies Play It Again Sports and not our watches. With three locations in Joining a flag football league and left your Springfield, that is exactly what MaMa Jean’s is cleats at your parents’ house? No need to fear;
Play It Again Sports is here. A college kid’s dream, the entire store is a sale. That way you don’t have to break out a Benjamin on a new pair of flash-speedster 12’s. Simply, it’s the best place in town to buy sports equipment without having to get a second job.
Kai
At least once a week, your significant other or best friend will complain about not having sushi. It is a given fact. Kai is on this list to prevent any further whining. Open for lunch, dinner and late night, Kai sushi is the bomb. Some of the more special rolls are even made in secret to protect the recipes because, face it, nothing is more precious than a flavor-packed sushi roll. When in doubt, order the Oh My God roll. The name speaks for itself.
EntertainMart
Used DVDs and video games are getting harder and harder to find, but a place like EntertainMart has just that. It is located on South Glenstone Avenue, just south of Battlefield Street.
Price Cutter
The Plaster Student Union and the dining centers on campus won’t always be enough to cover your every craving. Price Cutter is just down the road on National Avenue and East St. Louis Street, right behind McDonalds. This particular location also has a section for organic foods as well as toiletries that every student will need.
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By Taylor Balleau The Standard @tballeauu
It’s move-in day, and you’re standing in the sea of boxes and belongings you didn’t even think you had. It’s half-past naptime, and you’re wishing there was a way to make all of your things fit in that small room. No fear, The Standard is here with some ideas to help with not only unpacking your life, but also organizing it in a way you can roll out of bed, routinely sleepwalk throughout your fantastically organized room and trudge to class. One of the biggest space moochers is your wardrobe and shoe collection. To combat a squished closet — and wrinkled clothes — try some under-the-bed storage bins, preferably the pull-out kind. These medium-sized, stackable bins give you some much-needed extra storage, and they’re compact enough to fit under your bed, or you can pile them up to use as a nightstand. If you don’t want the drab monochrome colors to cramp your style, try sliding a sheet of your favorite pat-
terned paper in the front of the bins, making them a bit more fashionable. The way clothes are folded can make a monumental difference in how much space is available in your closet. Instead of normally folding and vertically stacking Tshirts, try storing them a little differently. First, fold the shirt in half from the neckline, then turn the arm holes underneath the shirt. Then, fold the elongated shirt in half like a hamburger, not a hot dog. After that fold, do it again and voila, you have a space-saving shirt. Instead of stacking them on top of one another, lay each shirt against one another so it resembles a bookshelf of T-shirts instead of a tall pile. When it comes to the clothes that are better stored hanging, store them in your closet but also double the storage capacity with soda can tabs. Use the tab to put it through the neck of your hanger and use the opposite looped end of the tab to hang another hanger. It’s just like those infomercial space-saving hangers but the college edition. For the plethora of shoes you may have, an over-the-door shoe rack can be a life-
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saver. Just slide it over the back of your bedroom door or closet door and start filling. If there is extra space, put some snacks in the empty slots; you will know immediately when you’re running out of food. With necklaces tangling like it’s their job and rings running away with each other, it’s important to store these adorable objects in a smart way. Nothing says smart like corkboards and ice cube trays, right? For longer necklaces and accessories, simply find a corkboard and start setting up your own jewelry caddy using pushpins of your choice. When it comes to the smaller objects like rings or earrings, use an ice cube tray to ensure you don’t lose half of your collection. If you’re worried about jewelry storage, I’m sure makeup storage has also crossed your mind. Maybe not, but oh well. A great way to organize all of those brushes, palettes and tubes of mascara is to use clear organization trays. These trays are a fast way to store and locate whatever you’re in search of. If trays aren’t your style, find some cute mason jars or even used, vintagey containers to store whatever you please.
Aside from your closet, it’s essential that your desk is well-organized, making you less stressed and making your study time more valuable. Cheap desk organizing trays, like the ones you can buy at Walmart or Target, are a lifesaver for those pesky pens and paperclips. Since the drawers inside the desks are nondescript and prone to things rolling around, something to divide all of that empty space will become your best friend. Look for desk trays or even silverware trays to organize some of the bigger objects in your desk. If you can’t afford to buy some trays, just find an iPhone or some other phone box, remove the inner contents and use the white storage from Apple as your personal organizer. For all of the stuff that still can’t find a home, caddies are welcoming them to their nice, space-saving home. Shower caddies can be used for, yes, toiletries and even makeup if there are enough outer pockets, and they make it much, much easier going to and from the bathroom. There are also neat bedside caddies that can hold your laptop, notebooks, books, nighttime medication or
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10 Life hacks to Tmake the most of your dorm room
maybe even 20 packages of Gushers; not that I would know. One last thing, Command strips will become your best friend throughout this process, but remember not to put them on wood. They’re pesky little things, and you don’t want to spend move-out day picking
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Tips and tricks to staying organized in your room
DO: Keep your keys and ID in a special place, like a wall hook, to avoid losing them.
DON’T: Over clutter your at them instead of going home. Remember, don’t stress about your sea of stuff and trying to find storage places. Everything will find its place, including you. Welcome to Missouri State University. Make yourself at home.
desk, making it unusable as a study space.
DON’T: Try any decorating ideas that could lead to permanant damages and room charges.
DO: Hang a calendar and DO: Be respectful of your roommate’s space. It’s his or her room, too.
keep track of important meetings and events as a visual reminder.
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Parks
Recreation
By Bart Anders The Standard @bartanders42
Whether you have a dog that is obsessed with taking walks, you like to find a quiet place in nature to relax or even if you like yogging or jogging (I’m not sure if the “J” is silent), Springfield will not disappoint. Throughout the town, you will find parks and walking trails to challenge the most grueling runners and the most casual walkers. Sit back and enjoy as a showcase of popular parks and hidden gems unfolds.
Nature Center
The Springfield Conservation Nature Center is the celebrity of this list. Given the long paths and many terrains, it is easy to see why the general public is in love with this place. This park gives you the best chance to see wildlife. Deer don’t act skittish, and lizards will crawl by your feet to give you a different kind of park experience. It is pretty simple. If you haven’t been there, you have to go.
Phelps Grove
The second closest park to the Missouri State campus, Phelps Grove is the chillest park on this list. On sunny days, it is not unusual to find a couple of hammocks tied between the many trees that decorate the park. There is even a paved oval running path that wraps around every slide, tennis court and stone grill that Phelps Grove has to offer.
Doling Park
This nostalgic park full of Missourian features was once the king-daddy of all parks in Springfield. Just north of Kearney Street, this is the best hidden gem in the whole area. Tucked away behind a plethora of birds, streams and trees is Giboney Cave. Once inhabited by Jesse James, Giboney Cave offers free tours and in-cave wildlife classes held by the Conservation Department. Even a walk around the huge cave-fed pond is worth the drive for this unique park.
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Smith Park
Known by some as Evangel Park, Smith Park is located right outside the Crusader campus and is open to the public. With a baseball field and tennis courts on site, it is ideal for breaking out the bats and rackets. Not to mention, it’s only about a mile and a half north of campus.
Oak Grove Park
This park is the hipster of the bunch. BasiTucked in between a golf course and a prison is Springfield’s most colorful park. cally just a frisbee golf course, this park is With flowers of every size and color, totally weird and cool without trying to be. Nathaniel Greene is exactly what you picture when thinking of taking a stroll in the park. It is easy to wander off here and get lost in the horticulture, but after you see it, that may not be such a bad thing.
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Jordan Valley Park offers walking trails and is home to several charity events.
Jordan Valley Park
This beautiful park is right between Hammons Field and MediaCom Ice Park. It has an ampitheater, water features (pictured above) and fountains. The long hours (pictured right) make this near-campus park excellent for relaxation. It’s within walking distance and wading in the water allowed. This is one of the best places to hang out for MSU students.
Sequiota Park
A lot like Doling Park, Sequiota Park has a big pond and a cave. The only difference is this park is no secret. Rubbing right alongside the Greenway Trail, Lone Pine is usually bustling with joggers, dog walkers and the occasional power-walker. If the sun’s out and you’re at Sequiota Park, expect some company. Oh yeah, don’t forget to feed the geese.
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Cruse Dog Park
By being an off-leash park for dogs, Cruse Dog Park is the only park of its kind in the area. The park offers a 4-acre fenced in section for large dogs and a half-acre section for smaller dogs so your pup can sniff and socialize.
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‘I made it!’
The first weekend at MSU can be daunting, but worry not
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By Eli Wohlenhaus The Standard @eliwohlenhaus
Do not be afraid. It is time. College life is here, and Missouri State University welcomes you. This is not some cheesy line being fed to you. Nay — ‘tis exactly what this university does in the first weekend at college. There are a barrage of events students can attend to get better acquainted with the campus and their fellow Bears. The university starts by employing hundreds of current upperclassmen to assist freshmen move in on Friday and Saturday. This is an overwhelming time because of all the emotions, traffic and newness, but these students provide an excellent source of encouragement as you move in, as well as the muscle to help bring in all your belongings. Moving in and getting settled can be daunting. Parents “help” you get situated, and the mixed feelings of excitement and dread about being without them wrestle your soul into a confused state that must be pushed away as you mom makes your bed for the last time. The hard part is done after you’ve lugged all of your necessities to your room. Next comes the fun part, which is officially known as Welcome Weekend. Friday kicks things off with many family events, and whether or not you are excited or sad to wave goodbye to Mom, it is a good opportunity to bridge the gap between home and Springfield. However, at some point, the farewells come, the sun sets and it is college time. MSU hosts several options for the first night, from Playfair and outdoor game activities to an outdoor movie on the lawn.
When I was first introduced to Missouri State as a brand-new Bear, I remember hearing about this event and thinking it was both helpful and funny. This is for those of you who forgot certain essentials and need to go get them from Walmart. The best part is that the Bear Line shuttle busses will run to and from campus to accommodate you.
Oops, I forgot
This is the big one. MSU pulls out all the stops for this celebration of incoming students. There is food, entertainment and, in certain cases, Coca-Cola vending machines that take hugs as payment. In the Bear Bash I attended, former Bears’ football coach Terry Allen stood on top of the student union and had his players drop 1,000 ping-pong balls into the crowd. Randomosity won the day.
Bear Bash
It’s a step back from Bear Bash in terms of excitement, but you need to remember that this is school time not just party time. The New Student Convocation is required for incoming freshmen, and it is geared toward making students aware of the public affairs mission on campus. Those living in a residence hall will go to this with everyone on their floor, chaperoned by the resident assistant of that hall. It helps you get to know the people you’ll be living next to for the year, plus last year the guest speaker was MSU celebrity alum John Goodman.
New Student Convocation
There is a lot going on in the first weekend of college. Be sure to check the schedule you’ll be given and look for updates on locations of activities. Never be afraid to ask someone else what is going on, either, because that might lead to new acquaintances.
Stay in touch
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Feeling forever under 21? No problem
Sky Zone Jump around, literally, at Sky Zone, an indoor trampoline park. This activity is the perfect place to relieve stress from studying and work. Admission for an hour costs $15 but also includes special socks to jump around in. Saturday nights are open until 11 p.m. for 16 and up. Not being 21 can be the worst. You can’t go out when everyone else does. You have a 200$9-22, skyzone.com/springfield, 417-771-3883 day countdown on your phone that just isn’t coming fast enough. Sitting at home looking at pictures of kittens isn’t working for you anymore. Being a minor may seem like it’s the worst, but there are plenty of activities here in Springfield that don’t require that coveted age.
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1984 This arcade, located downtown, is just minutes from campus and is packed with arcade games from the 80s. Admission costs $5, but once you’re in, games are unlimited. Whether or not video games are your cup of tea, it’s a blast from the past. $5, 1984arcade.com, 417-831-3665
Firehouse Pottery Whether it’s date night or GNO, Firehouse Pottery is the perfect place to get your craft on. Paint plates, mugs, vases for a price and others with a studio fee of $6. There are also special nights where there isn’t a sitting fee, and you can bring food and drink in as well. $15-20, firehousepottery.com, 417-881-8381
The Mystery Hour at the Gillioz The Gillioz Theatre puts on many different touring performances but one show that calls it home is “The Mystery Hour.” This special late-night show is taped the first Saturday of every month and is broadcast on TV every Saturday at 9 Emily McTavish/ THE STANDARD p.m. Tickets cost $8 and tend to sell out. The Gillioz Theatre, at 325 Park Central East in Springfield, offers “Mystery $8, themysteryhour.com, 417-863-7843 Hour.” Glowgolf This isn’t your everyday putt-putt. You can get three rounds of blacklight mini golf for $9, but there are discounts for groups and coupons online for an even cheaper night of fun. $9, opryglowgolf.com, 417-882-6200
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We owned the night life Discover some of the favorite clubs and bars downtown
By Brian Wright The Standard
Vintage
Kick off the night at Vintage; the club has a huge dance floor, a live DJ and especially cheap drinks for those who like to drink early. The club allows people 18 years old and up with a cover charge based on age. You won’t have trouble finding Missouri State students popping in and out during the night. The club has a very updated look with a big screen playing your favorite music videos. Don’t be shy; you and your friends can grab a booth and start the party in style. Come around 10 p.m. ,where customers have bought drinks as cheap as 50 cents.
Dublin’s Pass
Dublin’s Pass is an Irish bar filled with college students in the Springfield area. They have a huge bar with the occasional live band. The bar has a small dance floor for you to party on after you finish drinking an only-appropriate Guinness beer. During the daytime, it serves as a popular restaurant. When the weather is right, patio seating at Dublin’s is a great way to start a weekend.
Bubbles in the back with entrances in the front and back. Bubbles is exclusively a bar lit in light blue. Here is where you can relax, make friends and enjoy the music. Be sure to look your best and come ready to celebrate. If you want to party, go to Zan. Come early or lines may be long. It picks up around 11 p.m., and students come to dance and party. The floor will be packed with people from all over Springfield, especially college students. Come early and sit down in a lounge on the outside of the floor; the bar is located the back of the room. Zan allows people who are 18 years old and older with various cover charges. They play the latest songs and you will not regret the time you have. There is an upstairs V.I.P. section where guests can relax with fewer people and have fun chatting upstairs and buying drinks.
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Tropical Liqueurs
Tropical Liqueurs, known to most as Trops, is a fun place with frozen cocktails. Think alcoholic slushies. Trops even has a special Springfield drink called the Bear Claw. There are games inside the bar, but if you get too hot, try sitting out on the patio or the rooftop. Trops also has nightly drink speBlue Bull cials, but the regular prices are quite reasonable. This is definitely a great place for a 21st You are in the Park Central Square down- birthday party. Trops is open Monday through town, you hear a song you have heard a thou- Saturday from noon to 1 a.m. sand times and you think to yourself, “I love that song!” Well, it’s coming from the Blue Zachary Fletcher/THE STANDARD Bull. The Blue Bull is a bar downtown with an Explore downtown Springfield’s bars older crowd. The drinks can be a bit more and clubs to find your favorites. expensive, but you’ll mingle with people dressed up and ready for a good time. It’s a fun atmosphere, and it has cool dim lighting. Light crowds make for less wait time and more time to enjoy yourself.
Boogie/Bubbles
At Boogie night club you will notice the colorful sign above the door. It’s very inexpensive to go in, and this place will be a crutch for you when you just want to get out and have some fun. It’s open Wednesday through Saturday. Wednesday night is free entry. Tons of your classmates (18+) will be there with the DJ and a big dance floor to show off their moves. The bar has a shotgunstyle layout, with Boogie in the front and
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Traditions brought to you by the
B.E.A.R. Fee
Student fee encourages campus spirit for athletics and more By Eli Wohlenhaus The Standard @eliwohlenhaus
In 2012, the student body at Missouri State University voted to institute a $50 tuition increase for students to better experience campus events. It was called the Bear Experience and Recreation Fee, or B.E.A.R. Fee. Since then, it has been the hope that school spirit and traditions would increase. Once the B.E.A.R. Fee passed, the Traditions Council was breathed into existence. This council’s point of emphasis was, and still is, to come up with the best ways to spend each student’s $50 allocated to this fund and to maintain MSU pride. The first order of business was getting members, including a four-member executive board, and representatives from the following organizations and groups: • • • • • • • • • •
Student Government Association Student Activities Council Interfraternity Council National Panhellenic Council Panhellenic Council Recruiting Emerging Alumni Leaders Residence Hall Association Student-Athlete Advisory Committee Maroon Madness At-large members (at least one from each class level)
Each member has the opportunity to present an idea, and it takes a two-thirds majority to pass a spending pitch. To Kristina Osborne, the executive director, the Traditions Council does not just decide how to spend the money. “We exist, in my own words, to implement more tradition on campus,” Osborne said.
Despite the B.E.A.R. Fee’s link to athletics and the facilities built through the fee’s funds, there is more to being a Bear and having school spirit. One such example was the MSU birthday celebration hosted in the Plaster Student Union on March 17. “The entire reason behind the B.E.A.R. Fee was we wanted to create more school spirit,” Kirby Williams, the former SGA representative in the Traditions Council, said. “Athletics is a fantastic way of doing that, but it’s not everything. There are those students who do not particularly like sports.” Osborne agrees that athletics is one of the best ways to promote school spirit, and within that comes the opportunity to create traditions, some of which already exist. “We have themed nights for football, and we have themed nights for basketball,” Osborne said. “...You can ask people what a tradition is here and they’ll tell you we don’t have any, but these are things we have been doing for a while.” Although $200,000 of the B.E.A.R. Fee is set aside specifically for “the gameday experience,” both Osborne and Williams think the incorporation of all traditions will further the student experience all around. Osborne is working on a project to make a tradition out of the first time the university turns on the fountains outside of Meyer Library each year. One thing Osborne is adamant about is making this “our own.” “This is a way for students to really be a part of what’s going on at Missouri State,” Osborne said. “We’re getting all these great facilities, and if we can get the support from our students to back up those facilities, then I think we, at Missouri State, are in a great position to go far.”
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Enhancing the football tailgate experience may be one focus of Traditions Council.
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Not all events funded by the B.E.A.R. Fee are related to athletics. The Traditions Council sponsored an MSU birthday party in March. File photo/THE STANDARD
In an effort to create a new campus tradition, the Traditions Council is considering creating a special event related to turning on the Hammons Fountain next to Meyer Library for the first time each year.
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Getting along with your RA
By Zach Fletcher The Standard @ZachSFletcher
Your relationship with your Resident Assistant is one of the first and most important friendships you’ll form as a new student. Here are some tips to make sure it’s a positive one.
There’s nothing most RAs hate more than dealing with “incidents.” Incoming students tend to think that their RAs wants nothing more than to get them in trouble, but in reality, trouble just means more time, stress and paperwork that the RAs would rather not have to worry about. While it is certainly the RA’s job to confront residents who don’t follow the rules, they dread knocking on your door almost as much as you dread hearing the knock. When you start thinking of your RA as a fellow student doing a difficult job, rather than a “floor cop” who is out to get you, you’ll be well on you way to a happier coexistence.
Get past the “floor cop” mentality
Your RA’s main goal is to form good relationships with you and your fellow residents. Not everyone is going to become best friends with their RA, but being uncooperative or antagonistic will just make things more unpleasant for everyone. You might dislike a particular rule or think that floor meetings are pointless, but doing unpleasant things is simply a part of life. If you treat your RA and fellow residents with respect, they will do the same for you. If you mark yourself as a troublemaker, you’ll only attract more negative attention.
Be respectful, be respected
Believe it or not, being an RA can be lonely. Most RAs live by themselves, spend much of their time working alone, and have few chances for social interaction beyond their floors. It is not just for your benefit that they’re always initiating conversations or offering to hang out. It can be difficult finding friends your first semester at college, so why not start with the person whose job it is to make you feel at home? Make an effort to spend time together outside of structured programs and events. You may find a kindred spirit, and even if you don’t, there’s no one better to introduce you to other like-minded residents.
Spend time together when it’s not required
Your RA is charged with ensuring the safety and well-being of several dozen residents. They must also comply with the expectations and requirements of Residence Life, sometimes at the risk of firing or even legal action. When you break a rule or refuse to cooperate, you make the RA’s job more difficult than it already is and generate consequences that could go far beyond yourself. When you don’t sign up for a checkout time, you cost your RA valuable personal time. When you keep alcohol in your room, you risk getting your innocent roommates in trouble. It is fine to disagree with campus policy, but it exists for a reason— and while you’re living in a residence hall, it is your responsibility to go along with it.
Understand why the rules exist
Virtually every RA started out as a first-year student in a residence hall, just like you. Behind the clipboard, they are really just college students with the same interests and struggles as anyone else. The RA job can be extremely challenging, and all RAs make mistakes or poor choices from time to time. Remember that the RA position is an extremely challenging one, and the people doing it are just that—people. If you keep this in mind, you should get along fine.
Remember that RAs are people too
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The roommate agreement
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Viewsonlivingtogetherfromourownsetofroomies By Zachary Fletcher The Standard @ZachSFletcher
Few relationships will be more important in your first year of college than the one you form with your roommate. Whether you want to or not, it’s impossible to sleep in the same room as someone else for most of the year without getting to know him or her pretty well. You may become best friends, you may despise each other or you might not care either way, but the one thing you can’t do is pretend they don’t exist. The most important thing to keep in mind when moving in with someone, even someone you know already, is that the experience will not be perfect. Any two people sharing the same space—especially one as small as most dorm rooms on campus—are bound to have their conflicts and misunderstandings from time to time. You can prevent some of these by laying out ground rules from the beginning. Don’t try to dictate your roommate’s every action, but make sure he or she knows where you stand on issues such as cleaning, late-night noise, significant others in the room, etc., and find out how he or she feels as well. It’s always best to prevent an issue from arising in the first place than to have to deal with it when it does. When that fails, do your best to address problems as they come up and begin working out solutions. It may be tempting to stay silent or to respond passive-aggressively, but that will only breed drama and long-term resentment. It’s better to risk an argument or some temporary hurt feelings than to let the matter drag out into a full-blown grudge. Remember, you have to sleep in the same room as this person. Even the best roommate relationships don’t form immediately. There are a lot of conflicting emotions when you move away from home for the first time, and it’s likely that, for a while, you won’t know quite what to make of the stranger sharing your room. Some of this tension can be prevented by getting in touch via Facebook, email or phone prior to move-in day.
The rest will smooth itself out as you get to know him or her in person. Don’t be frustrated if you don’t hit it off right away—chances are he or she’s nervous and confused as well, and it may take some time to feel comfortable around one another. Every roommate relationship is different, and you can only control half of it. Even if things don’t go how you want them to, remember that it’s temporary, that lots of people have the same issues and that you’re not obligated to become best friends. Don’t stress yourself out about it—you’ll figure out in time what works best for you.
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Your room may be where you sleep at night and do your homework, but you shouldn’t let it become the place you spend all of your time. Missouri State hosts a lot of opening-week activities, so make the trip and check stuff out with your roommates. The same goes for the dining hall. In the first weeks of school, go down to Blair-Shannon or Garst as roommates and sit together. This is a great way to build bonds and learn how things operate at MSU all at the same time. If and when an argument arises, it would be best to get a third party to listen to both sides and judge objectively. Living with another person can be stressful, and the stress can cause slight lapses in judgement. Always remember to stay empathetic to your roommate’s frustrations and listen if he or she brings up concerns in a reasonable way. Sometimes, though, a roommate just won’t work out, and that is Ok. If that is the case and there is no other option, you may look into getting a room change. Talk to your RA and see what can happen, but remember it is always best to see if you can work it out before changing rooms.
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“The college years are significant in the lives of young men and women. Some are deciding if faith is important. Others are considering the truth claims of Jesus for the very first time...” -Matthew Groves
By Brittany McIntyre The Standard @brittnmac13 Adolos: For information about meetings and events, you can
go to adolos.org. “Adolos wants to help you be authentic, intentional and relational,” Scott Bryant, co-director of Adolos, said.
Catholic Campus Ministry: The center is open Sunday-
Friday on Holland Avenue across from Strong Hall. For more information, visit ccm847.org. “If you are searching for a community in which to escape the stressors of college life, find friends, serve others and build a relationship with Christ, come to Catholic Campus Ministry,” Jessica Ball, president of CCM Student Council, said.
Chi Alpha: The main service is on Mondays at 8 p.m. in the
PSU ballroom. “If you grew up and were super involved in your church, or even just wanting to know more about your faith, Chi Alpha is where you want to be. It sounds like a fraternity, but it’s a ministry for both guys and girls that value community and building relationships,” Nii Abrahams, student staff member, said.
Christian Campus House: Tuesday nights at 8:01 p.m. in the
PSU. “Our focus is to lead students into a deeper relationship with Christ, instilling in them a passion to become more like Him and serve like Him,” Abigayl Hockett, CCH advisor, said.
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Religious organizations and churches Get to know the different Springfield religious clubs and churches
who wanted to focus on worshipping God through song. For more information, you can email faithministries09@gmail.com.
God’s Chosen Praise Dance Ministry: For more information
about this organization’s weekly meetings, like God’s Chosen Ministries on Facebook or email kyesha012@live.missouristate.edu. You can also follow @godschosenmsu on Instagram and Twitter. “The ultimate mission of GCPDM is to help others develop a personal relationship with Christ through the art of worship. They are committed to making the gospel accessible to those who desire to know more about Christ,” Ebony Brown, founder of GCPDM, said.
FAITH Ministries: This ministry was founded by students
Cru: Meetings are on Thursdays at 9 p.m. in the PSU Theater.
“The college years are significant in the lives of young men and women. Some are deciding if faith is important. interested in joining this organization, contact Taryn Dennis Others are considering the truth claims of Jesus for the at taryn.dennis@focus.org. For men interested in joining this very first time. All are forming who they are, separate organization, contact Evan Woolsoncroft at from their parents or backgrounds. Simply put, Cru helps evan.woolsoncroft@focus.org. students to know Jesus,” Matthew Groves, Cru student “FOCUS is a group of MSU college students who want to leader, said. learn what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in our modern world and are striving to live that out. Our goal is to fulfill the Great Commission by sharing what we have learned with others and living life with them,” Woolsoncroft, FOCUS team director, said.
Fellowship of Catholic University Students: For women
Meetings are on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. at First & Calvary’s student lounge. To get more information, contact r.hunt@firstandcalvary.org.
First & Calvary Presbyterian Church Campus Ministry:
Freethinkers and Skeptics at Missouri State: They hold meetings on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. in PSU 314 A/B. “This organization focuses on activism, philanthropy and providing a safe place for non-religious students,” Danielle Martin, president of FSMSU, said.
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Cru holds different events outside of their Thursday meetings.
Hillel of Southwest Missouri: This organization meets
weekly for social events and monthly for outreach opportunities. For more information, you can find them on Facebook under Hillel of Southwest Missouri. “Hillel serves Jewish university students at MSU, OTC and Drury by interacting on the basis of a common religion and culture,” Simon Nogin, president of Hillel, said.
CrossBearers: Bible studies and discussions are held on
Tuesdays and Thursdays in the PSU at 7:30 p.m. You can contact Janus Abello at 573-355-2666. “CrossBearers Campus is an MSU-recognized student organization that lives by one phrase: Go, God, Go! We are a diverse group of Christians that love to help others and one another follow Jesus through Bible study, by serving the community, and by having fun,” Abello, the CrossBearers’ campus minister, said.
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ICTHUS: Meetings are held on Tuesday nights on the third
floor of the PSU at 8:45 p.m. For more information, contact icthusMSU@gmail.com.
OneBody worship night was held in the PSU last Ignite Christian Ministries: Through small group Bible spring. studies and worship, this organization strives to build relationships that live out Acts 1:8. For more information, LiveBeyond:MSU: You can join other students for fellowship contact igniteatljc@gmail.com. at bi-weekly meetings, starting Tuesday, Aug. 25, at 8 p.m. in the PSU. Fore more information, you can go to the Facebook International Justice Mission Campus Chapter: This faithpage LiveBeyond: Missouri State University or by emailing based organization focuses on raising awareness for human trafficking. More information can be found on Facebook or livebeyondmsu@gmail.com “LiveBeyond Missouri State University is a group of at the New Student Festival. “We believe that it’s important to take action and do somecollegiate students who actively feel the desire to go out into the community and the world to help and love the peo- thing to prevent human trafficking,” Amy Snyder, secretary ple we come in contact with,” Michelle Garrison, president for the International Justice Mission Campus Chapter, said. Zachary Fletcher/THE STANDARD
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Latter-Day Saints Student Association: Meetings are Sundays at 10 a.m. and Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the Institute Building on Kimbrough Avenue. For more information, you can visit the “Missouri State LDSSA” page on Facebook. “The Latter-Day Saints Student Association is a fun-loving, adventurous group with the main goal of following the teachings of Jesus Christ,” Samantha Peshek, LDSSA vice president and family history chairman, said.
Linked: Meetings are held on Thursdays at 8 p.m. in PSU 314C. More information can be found on the Linked Facebook page or by emailing linkedmsu@gmail.com. “We invite people of all religious and secular traditions to voice their values, engage with others, and act to make the world a better place,” Madison Upton, treasurer of Linked, said. Gamma Alpha Lambda: This sisterhood holds fall recruitment events in Cheek Hall
room 205. For more information, you can email GammaAlphaLambda@missouristate.edu, like Gamma Alpha Lambda-Alpha Chapter on Facebook, or follow @GAL_Alpha on Twitter. “For me, personally, joining GAL was one of the best decisions I have made while in college. It is nice having the support and fellowship of a group of girls who share the same values,” Abby Neumann, president of GAL, said.
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Reverb: Meetings are held on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. in Temple Hall 001. For more information, email codyshores@seminolebaptist.org.
Ekklesia: Meetings are on Wednesdays in PSU 310 at 9:15 p.m. For more information, visit www.UMHE.org or visit the Facebook page at facebook.com/ekklesiamsu. “We are a community of Jesus followers, agnostics, atheists, peacemakers, friends of the earth, people of all sexual identities, those who hope for a better world, those who have lost all hope, change makers, social activists, and dreamers. Join us,” Howard Cavner, campus minister, said. The Vine: Meetings are on Wednesday nights in Carrington Hall at 7:30 p.m.
“We exist to glorify God by making disciples through the Bible and relationships,” Caleb Rodabaugh, an intern with The Vine, said.
Young Life College: There are club events on Wednesday nights at First & Calvary Church. You can find more information at www.missouristate.younglife.org, follow @ylcollegemsu on social media, or call 417-496-5458. “(Young Life College) offers a sense of community where you can connect, have open dialogue about life and faith, find opportunities to serve and grow while hopefully laughing and eating a lot of food in the process,” Bill Reazer, leader in Young Life College, said.
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Not into $4.99 Internet music subscriptions? Tune into local radio stations for talk, jams and news. androids and iPhones so you can listen while walking to class or studying.
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Springfield radio jams are a must for commuting around town. Radio stations vary in genres and some play all styles. The following are stations that play popular music in the Springfield area:
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Sports talk shows and highlights are discussed on this station. There are promoted contests for football, racing and golf. College and professional sports are covered in the mornings with Mike and Mike from 5 to 9 a.m., with SVP and Russilo from noon to 2 p.m. and Sports Talk starting at 4 p.m. on weekdays. Other shows aired later in the day and weekends can be found at jock987.com.
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KYOO is out of Bolivar with morning anchors Chris Cash and Stacy Branson airing from 6 to 10 a.m. During the show there are neat auctions, missing pet alerts, bargains and sports because it is very in tune with the community, KYOO is known for its interaction with Springfield and surrounding towns.
Other stations include: KQRA-102.1 FM (Alternative) KWND-88.3 FM (Christian Contemporary) KSGF-104.1 FM (News Talk)
KXUS-97.3 FM (Classic Rock) KCOZ-91.7 FM (Jazz) KSOP-92.9 FM (Hip Hop) Power-96.5 FM (Today’s Hits)
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Food at your fingertips: What to eat
By Nicole Roberts The Standard @NReneeRoberts
One of the perks of being in college is having a ton of food options. Between the dining halls and the vendors in the Plaster Student Union, the options are unlimited.
With three dining halls on campus, you will have no problem finding food you like. While the Kentwood dining center is a little farther for people who live in the main part of campus, the Blair-Shannon and Garst dining centers are close by. All of the dining halls are split up into little food sections. There is a barbecue section, with food such as hamburgers, hotdogs and fries. They also have a deli where you can get either cold or hot sandwiches. The pasta section is pretty popular, too, especially since there are usually different types of pizzas, spaghetti and breadsticks.
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Probably the most popular section is the “main food” selection. This section provides different types of foods every day, anything from Mexican to sloppy joes to chicken. If you want to be healthy, all of the dining halls offer a build-yourown-salad bar, which has different vegetables and dressings. There are also refrigerators that usually contain different fruits. While these foods are served throughout the day, the dining halls serve breakfast in the morning, which usually involves waffles, eggs, pancakes and more. The breakfast selection usually changes, so you do not have to worry about being limited to the same types of breakfast food over and over again. Along with all of this, there is late night. During each semester, either Blair-Shannon or Garst will open from 9 to 11 p.m. and serve different types of food. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are also offered in the dining halls.
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The dining halls usually use your Boomer Meals, but they do accept Bear Bucks, cash and cards, too, if you do not have Boomer Meals. If you want to see what each dining hall is serving and what times they are open, you can go to www.dineoncampus.com/missouristate.
Did you know? Subway is the most popular choice amongst Missouri State customers with an average of 775 orders daily.*
Sometimes you will not feel like going to the dining halls. When that happens, the PSU is close by. In the PSU, there are different food chains such as Panda Express, Chick-Fil-A, Subway, Papa John’s and Grill Nation. There is also Red Mango for smoothies and a Starbucks for caffeine cravings. Even though the PSU closes at 11 p.m. normally, some of the vendors close earlier than that.
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Students can choose between many different options in the Plaster Student Union, including Subway. *Numbers are approximate. Based on sales of Sept. 19-25, 2014
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Professional sports...in Springfield...? By Eric Knifong The Standard @e_knifong
Springfield offers a variety of sporting events for students to enjoy throughout the year. These different events include: Springfield Cardinals games, Springfield Lasers matches, professional bull riding, Globetrotters basketball and a couple golf tournaments featuring former golfers who competed at PGA Tours. Springfield provides different sporting events to fill the needs of most fanatics, while giving the casual fan a fun way to spend their day. The Springfield Cardinals, located one mile from campus at Hammons Field, provides people the opportunity to see future major league baseball players. The games bring a fun atmosphere and gives the city of Springfield its own team to cheer for. The season is from April to September, and throughout the season games are selected as “promo games,” where Eli Wohlenhaus/THE STANDARD the Cardinals give away memorabilia to fans The Springfield Cardinals play at Hammons Field and are the Double-A affiliate of attending the day’s game. Tickets range between $6-$27, but it is a cheap way to spend the St. Louis Cardinals. the afternoon. The Springfield Cardinals are
the Double-A affiliate for the St. Louis Cardinals, and Springfield has featured 71 players who went on to play in St. Louis. The team returned to Springfield in 2005 and won the Texas League Championship in 2012. The Springfield Lasers are a professional tennis team that competes in 14 matches throughout the month of July. The team competes at the Cooper Tennis Complex and offers individual and season tickets. The individual tickets range from $10-$40 and season tickets range from $75-$155. Several of the top tennis stars, such as Andy Roddick and Anna Kournikova, have played matches in Springfield. The Lasers were the 2013 and 2014 Mylan World Team Tennis Western Conference Champions. The Harlem Globetrotters family-friendly show can be seen on campus by Missouri State students. A date has not been announced for the Globetrotters to return to Springfield in 2016, but the show has previously been held around the end of January and beginning of February. Tickets for the events range between $19-$259, and they go fast once announced. The event is a walk for most students, as it is held on campus at JQH Arena.
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From baseball to bull riding, the Queen City’s got an assortment of options
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The Cardinals always host little league teams which get to stand by players during the National Anthem.
Professional Bull Riding returns to campus this September for a weekend filled with bulls, horses, cowboys and clowns. The event is at JQH Arena Sept. 11-13. The PBR-sanctioned event has tickets ranging $16-$298 and are on sale now. PBR has returned to Springfield and the MSU campus for the last several years and has become a yearly stop for bull riders. Former PGA Tour golfers can be seen at local golf courses with the different golf tournaments in the Springfield area.
One of these tournaments is the Price Cutter Charity Championship, which takes place nine miles southeast of campus at Highland Springs Country Club. Tickets for the event ranges $10-$250, and the event takes place Aug. 13-16. The event is a part of the PGA Web.com Tour, and features some of the best golfers in the world. The Web.com Tour is a developmental tour for golfers that allows them to get their qualifying score up and to raise enough money to stay on the PGA Tour. The top 25 at the end of the season receive
memberships for the PGA Tour the following season. The Bass Pro Shops Legends of Golf at Big Cedar Lodge is held in Branson and features Hall of Fame golfers such as, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, Gary Player and many more. The tournament is a part of the PGA Champions Tour, which features some of the Eli Wohlenhaus/THE STANDARD top retired golfers. Dates for 2016 are expect- The Globetrotters sign autographs and ed to be announced soon. take pictures with the fans after the game.
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5 tricks to balance your budget without going broke and stressing
By Nicole Roberts The Standard @NReneeRoberts
habits for a couple of weeks. You will soon notice how your money is being used. From there, you can create a budget that will help you save money.
College can be full of excitement and new experiences, but it can also be full of financial Take advantage of student struggles. When you come to college, you discounts and coupons will soon learn the meaning of being a “broke A perk of being a college stucollege student.” However, there are five simdent is you get a ton of student disple things you can do in order to help save counts. Several businesses around money in college: Springfield offer student discounts, which can save you quite a bit of money over time. Create a budget Coupons will become your friends. Look This is probably the most important finan- online, in newspapers and for coupon books cial tip you should follow. Even though it for can be used around Springfield. You will might not seem like you are spending a lot of get the items you want, but for a cheaper money on food, gas and nights out with your price. You might even get some stuff for friends, those costs eventually add up. free. By setting a budget, you can conExplore your options when buying or trol how much you spend on renting textbooks items. Textbooks are super expensive and can If you are having trouble creating a budget for yourself, easily be a financial burden if you let them. keep track of your spending While the MSU bookstore has all the text-
books you need for classes, a lot of those books can be found at surrounding textbook stores and online for a cheaper price. Get your textbook list from your MSU account and compare the prices of these books from different places in order to get the best deals. Instead of purchasing the textbooks, see if you can rent them, especially if you plan on selling the books back at the end of the year. The rental prices will usually be cheaper compared to buying the books and trying to sell them back later. If you can’t rent the textbooks, try to buy used textbooks instead of new textbooks.
account and can avoid unnecessary charges.
College debt is an unfortunate thing that comes with attending college. However, with enough financial aid, you can lessen or completely avoid college debt. Know what your scholarships’ requirements are for the school year and try to meet those requirements. Also, don’t be afraid to apply for more scholarships throughout the year. FAFSA can be a huge help too. Fill out and turn in your FAFSA form on time in order Use credit cards wisely to get the full loan or grant amount. The more Credit cards can be useful money you can get for college, the better. in college, but they can also put you in debt if they are While managing your money might be abused. Use your credit card for simple the last thing on your mind, take purchases like gas or Netflix, but avoid major purchases. You can set your account advantage of these tips to prevent a lot up to do automatic withdrawal too. This of stress and headaches in the future. way, you won’t be late on paying off your
Get as much financial aid as you can
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Steckel: ‘Bear up!’
New coach has team moving in right direction
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Dave Steckel takes over as head coach of the football Bears after 14 years with the Missouri Tigers. Since being named coach on Dec. 14, Steckel has worked to bring a new attitude to the program.
Radio All games are broadcast on the Missouri State Radio Network. In Springfield, games are available on 101.3 FM KTXR.
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If you’ve followed Missouri State football head coach Dave Steckel on Twitter, you have heard the rallying cry of the new John Robinson attitude of Bear football loud and Sports Columnist clear. “Bear up!” @SaxmanJohn With just two words, the firsttime head coach is attempting a cultural revamp on MSU. But how will Steckel’s team “Bear Up” come September? Steckel was defensive coordinator at Mizzou, where he coached backto-back SEC Defensive Players of the Year in Michael Sam and Shane Ray. Fittingly enough for Steckel, he inherits a team full of defensive talent. Leading the pack is Dylan Cole, a junior linebacker. Cole recorded 54 solo tackles in 2014 and had a special instinct for making plays behind the line of scrimmage with 14.5 tackles for a loss, including one of the highlighted plays of the year with a fantastic backfield play against Oklahoma State. Sophomore cornerback Eric Phillips will also be an interesting player to watch. Phillips led the team with three interceptions as a freshman as well as making 50 total tackles. The defensive line will be a force to be reckoned with, led by sophomore defensive end Colby Isbell and sophomore defensive tackle Cecil Bratton. Both had impressive rookie campaigns: Bratton notched 42 total tackles and one sack, while Isbell collected a pair of extra sacks, a forced fumble and 30 total tackles. Steckel is a defensive-minded coach with a defensively strong team, but the other side of the ball looks to be a bit less experienced, and may be the reason the Bears are not quite ready for a dramatic turnaround. Longtime offensive starters quarterback Kierra Harris and wide receiver Julian Burton are gone, taking 3,208 yards of offense from 2014 with them. The Bears still have a core of solid running backs in sophomore Calan Crowder, senior Ryan Heaston and junior Phoenix Johnson. The three combined for over 1,608 yards on the ground in 2014. The only problem is three long-time starters on the offensive line need replacing as Patrick Blanar, Richard Galbierz and Zach Cooley all graduated. Senior center Robert Booker is a returning starter, but the overall offensive line looks to be a young one. Sophomore Sam Ellifrits and junior Riley Shantz should also provide solid o-line play, but if the unit can’t get a push the running game will have a hard time getting started. Quarterback is still an undecided role at the point of this article, though from what I have observed, junior Brodie Lambert looks to be the best option currently on the roster. Senior wide receiver Eric Christophel and junior wide receiver Zac Hoover will be looked upon to lead a young receiving corp. Sophomore Malik Earl and junior Lemarcus Stewart are my candidates for a breakout year. The Bears have not been a winning football team in quite a long time. Former head coach Terry Allen only reached two winning seasons, those of which were only 6-5. I believe Steckel is taking this team in the direction they need to be going. From what I have witnessed, “Bear Up” has translated into a faster brand of football. If you are expecting the Bears to go from the bottom to the top in the Missouri Valley Football Conference in 2015, you may be disappointed, but they will definitely make more noise during the season than they have in many years.
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Track coming off solid MVC finish
By Brian Wright The Standard
The Missouri State Bears track and field team enters next season looking to improve from its fourth-place finish in the Missouri Valley Conference last year. Director of Track and Field Ronald Boyce is enthusiastic about the end of last season after a disappointing indoor track season. Seven Bears qualified for the NCAA Track Preliminary in Austin, Texas. The Bears are working hard to take that next step in the 2015-2016 season. “I’m excited about next year,” Boyce said.
“We had a very big junior class, a very good junior class, so they will become seniors. We’re gonna lean on them.” While the team has high expectations for next year, Boyce said there are still things to be done even if they don’t win a championship. Junior Marissa Kurtimah was a bright spot for the Bears last season. Kurtimah achieved all-MVC Outdoor honors in the 200 meters. She recorded two personal best at the MVC outdoor championships with a 11.42 100meter dash as well as a 23.51 200-meter dash. Also at that event, senior Robiann Broomfield finished third in the triple jump with a jump of 12.65 meters.
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Robiann Broomfield competes in a meet for Missouri State track and field.
From cellar to stellar?
Cross country team trending up
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Jordan Fife is entering his second season as the head coach of the Missouri State Cross Country team and he is looking to build on a team that ended at the bottom of the Missouri Valley Conference in the 2014 season. Fife was hired late in the summer before the season started last fall, setting the team’s focus on staying healthy. “Me being in my first year and not really knowing the girls on the team, paired with the previous year… they
were 10th place in the conference, and so kind of coming in I knew things might be tough,” Fife said. Fife knows without a doubt that his team made progress every day, and the team was much better at the end than when they began. Two years ago, the team was 100 points away from ninth place, and last year the team was 20 points away. Sophomore Jessica Allen provided some leadership for the Bears with her handwork at practice and performance at competition. Allen led the Bears at all five of the meets,
and Fife is looking for her to be a more vocal leader in 2015-2016. “Jessica is not the most vocal,” Fife said. “She is gonna work harder to put in what she needs to be successful. I think that will definitely show when we get back to campus.” Last year in practice, Allen was in front of the team the whole season, and she is hoping that her teammates will join her in the front to push each other. This year, the girls will have an entire summer to improve anda healthy roster to get out of the MVC cellar.
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Volleyball Bears set for another successful season By Kelsey Kane The Standard @KelseyKane
Melissa Stokes will enter her 20th season as the MSU volleyball head coach, and fans can expect to watch Stokes and a young, talented team build on its success from last season. The Bears finished their 2014 season 20-12, and their season-ending loss came at the hands of the Illinois State Redbirds in the semifinal round of the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament. “A lot of people might think we’re on the younger side of the roster,” Stokes said. “We like to say that we reload, we don’t rebuild, so we really feel like this could be a very good year for us.” Senior defensive specialist and libero Elise Munroe and senior setter Kinsey Batten will be the only seniors returning for the Bears, and Stokes said she expects them to lead the team on and off the court. “You want them to show good leadership skills on and off the court. You want them to bring a consistent attitude and effort every day,” Stokes said. Munroe finished the 2014 season with 267 digs, averaging 2.19 per set, and Batten tallied 1,363 total assists and aver-
aged 10.99 per set. Another notable returning Bear is sophomore outside hitter Lily Johnson who proved younger, doesn’t necessarily mean inexperienced. After an outstanding freshman year, Johnson received AllAmerican status with an honorable mention selection by the American Volleyball Coaches Association – the first freshman and sixth volleyball Bear in school history to earn the honor. Johnson led the MVC in kills with 495, and averaged 3.99 kills per set, setting freshman records for the Bears and earning her multiple honors, including 2014 MVC Freshman of the Year. “Definitely people in our program see Lily as a leader. Obviously, she had a great freshman year, and she’s a very humble kid. It doesn’t go to her head,” Stokes said. “I expect her to not only accomplish what she already has, but even more because she’s not somebody that settles. She’s always going and striving to be the best she can be.” In addition to a talented group of returning players, the Bears will add six new freshmen to their roster as well as new assistant coach Kevin Dunn. MSU also has also the privilege of hosting the 2015 MVC Tournament, something Stokes said her team will take advantage of. “Getting to host the conference tournament is huge. You only get to do that every couple of years and that’s something you’ve got to take advantage of, and it’s an added bonus to have that at the end of your season.” Aug. 6 marks the official first day of the season for the Bears, and their first match will be the Maroon and White Scrimmage on Aug. 21, followed by the Alumni Match on Aug. 22. On Aug. 28-29, MSU will travel to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to play Furman, Western Michigan and Milwaukee. The first
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The Bears hosted the Arkansas Razorbacks in a Spring exhibition game.
“I really feel like, as a conference, we’re heading into another multiple bid couple year series,” Stokes said. “I think a lot of teams in our league are going to be very good over the next three to five years. I think it’s a really exciting time for Missouri Valley volleyball and an exciting time for MSU.” That stiff competition will mean intense game play at Hammons Student Center, home of the volleyball Bears, and a great opportu-
nity for students to see what the hype is all about. MVC play will begin when the Bears take on Illinois State at home at 7 p.m. on Sept. 25. “We’d love them to come and check out volleyball. I think if they’re not used to seeing college- level volleyball played, I really think that once they come out and see it, they’re really excited about it, and they want to come back,” Stokes said.
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Lily Johnson, 17, will be returning next season.
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Despite movement in the off-season, the team’s focus remains the same in 2015 By Bart Anders The Standard @bartanders42
In mid-major college sports, the Missouri Valley Conference has proven to be a soccer powerhouse. So when the Bears went 4-0-2 in conference play last year, battled their way to the championship game and narrowly lost to SIUE in double-overtime, it was an accomplishment all in itself. But almost half of this year’s team will have no recollection of that tremendous run. “With eight seniors graduating last year, this will be an entirely different team,” head coach Jon Leamy said. “We have solid veterans that will have to step up this year, and we added a lot of new faces.” Among the eight departing seniors, the Bears lost Jack Roberts, one of the team’s best shot creators, and First-Team All-MVC defender James Fawke. The Bears also lost junior goalkeeper Addison Watson after a breakout season in 2014 but not to graduation. Leamy said Watson made the tough decision to step away from the game to focus solely on academics and getting admitted to law school. On the plus side, MSU brings back Rick Hoegg, who led the team in goals and overall points last season. Hoegg will be a redshirt senior with four years of tough MVC play under his belt. He started all 18 games for the Bears last year and is one of the solid veterans Leamy
referred to. “Rick (Hoegg) has been keeping busy all summer playing for the Des Moines Menace,” Leamy said. “I’ve also got a couple of athletes in West Virginia and others spread out all over playing soccer and getting better for this team.” The Des Moines Menace is a United Soccer League Premier Development Team and it is not uncommon for a Bear to be on a professional roster. Former MSU goalkeeper Trevor Spangenberg signed with the New England Revolution of Major League Soccer last year joining Parker Maher, who signed with St. Louis FC of the USL PRO.. Spangenberg is the fourth goalkeeper under Leamy to sign an MLS contract. So with no Watson or Spangenberg to protect the net, new goalkeepers coach Cory Herchenroeder will have to make the big decision for who to put in front of the net. Herchenroeder was the head goalkeepers coach at his alma mater William Woods University and Jefferson City High prior to accepting this position. Leamy said Herchenroeder joined the team in March. He expects him to coach the men’s and women’s goalkeepers and has already had a positive impact on the teams. After three exhibition games, the Bears kick off their season against the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida on Aug. 28. Their first home game is on Sept. 1 against Oral Roberts University.
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The Bears have won backto-back regular season conference titles
Missouri State has been almost immaculate in the regular season against conference foes in the past two seasons but has yet to win in the MVC Championship. Winning the conference tournament would clinch the Bears a berth in the NCAA Tournament. The Bears have not been to the NCAA Tournament since 2009 and are 0-3 in their three appearances.
2015 Schedule Aug. 14
Missouri Valley College (Exh.) Springfield, Missouri
8 p.m.
Aug. 16
Northwestern State (Exh.)
Springfield, Missouri
5 p.m.
Aug. 21
University of Tulsa (Exh.)
Springfield, Missouri
5 p.m.
Aug. 28
South Florida
Tampa, Florida
6 p.m.
Sept. 1
Oral Roberts
Springfield, Missouri
7 p.m.
Sept. 8
Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri
7 p.m.
Sept. 11
Saint Mary’s College
Springfield, Missouri
7 p.m.
Sept. 18
New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico 8 p.m.
Sept. 20
Loyola Marymount
Albuquerque, New Mexico 1 p.m.
Sept. 26
SIU-Edwardsville*
Edwardsville, Illinois
7:30 p.m.
Sept. 29
Creighton
Omaha, Nebraska
7 p.m.
Oct. 3
Drake*
Des Moines, Iowa
7 p.m.
Oct. 6
Eastern Illinois
Springfield, Missouri
7 p.m.
Oct. 10
Loyola-Chicago*
Springfield, Missouri
7 p.m.
Oct. 17
Bradley*
Peoria, Illinois
7 p.m.
Oct. 24
Evansville*
Evansville, Indiana
7 p.m.
Oct. 28
Nebraska Omaha
Omaha, Nebraska
7 p.m.
Nov. 2
Oral Roberts
Tulsa, Oklahoma
6 p.m.
Nov. 7
Central Arkansas*
Springfield, Missouri
7 p.m.
Nov. 11-15
MVC Championship
Edwardsville, Illinois
TBA
*Denotes conference match
Key game to watch:
September 26 vs. SIUE
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The team gathers after scoring against Western Illinois at a spring exhibition game on March 28. The Bears tied the Leathernecks 2-2.
“We also have a great group of freshmen coming in that should contribute immediately to help improve our team.” – Senior Defender Alix Opfer
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Women’s soccer: Core starters and new girls By Kayla Seabaugh The Standard @KaylaSeabaugh
The results of the 2013 and 2014 women’s soccer seasons are similar in comparison. A 5-10-4 record and a 7-10-2 record leave much to be undetermined with the looming season ahead. As the Missouri State women’s soccer Bears prepare for their 20th season, senior defender Alix Opfer said the team can’t wait to get going. “I think the season will go great,” Opfer said. “We have a good core group of starters and seniors that will lead our team.” The Bears’ second season with their own field will kick off on Wednesday, Aug. 12, when they face the Saint Louis Billikens in an exhibition game. Unfortunately, MSU will be spending more time away from Allison South than in it for matches (nine on the road, seven at home). Along with Missouri Valley Conference foes like Illinois State and cross-town rival Drury, the Bears will also make their firstever appearance at Idaho State University for the regular season opener on Friday, Aug 12. Returning this season for the Bears is a name not unheard of in the MVC. Senior
midfielder and forward Molly Brewer has hopes of returning to the conference with a bang. Brewer scored six goals and had eight Aug. 12 vs. Saint Louis (Exh.) assists in 1,476 minutes played last season. Aug. 14 vs. Arkansas State (Exh.) “Conference play is obviously our main focus from start to finish,” Brewer said. “We Aug. 28 vs. UMKC are really trying to make sure that when the Sept. 4 vs. Tulsa time comes, we are prepared and at our very best.” Sept. 9 vs. Oral Roberts Seven new players will be added to this Sept. 20 vs. Western Illinois year’s roster: forward Karen Kozol, midfieldSept. 26 vs. Northern Iowa* er Paige Prondzinski, defender Brittney Robinson, forward Taylor Sancegraw, midOct. 17 vs. Illinois State* fielder Abby Resendiz, forward Allie Oct 24 vs. Drake* Thomas, forward Brooke Prondzinski, *Denotes conference match defender Masen Stamp and defender Sidney Thompson. “We also have a great group of freshmen Top: Brooke Zimmerman battles for the coming in that should contribute immediate- ball. Zimmerman scored nine points in ly to help improve our team,” Opfer said. the 2014 season. Though new players can really make a good team great, the need for them to mesh Bottom: Molly Brewer looks to receive with current players is as important as ever. The influx of forwards could not come at a the ball from a teammate. Brewer said better time for the Bears, after Molly Huber conference play is the main focus of the graduated. She captured the school record for team. most goals scored in a single season in 2014 ing sure that our freshmen are integrated with 13. “We hope to start out strong and connect- within the team and already connecting with ed. One of the most important things is mak- the returning players,” said Brewer.
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Star power: Athletes to know On the next four pages, read up on the key athletes for the maroon and white Molly Brewer Senior forward, women’s soccer (pictured left)
Brewer returns in her fourth year as a key part of the Bears’ offense. Although not scoring a lot of goals herself, she has been the assist leader. If she can net a few more shots and continue to provide for her teammates, the offense could outshine the defense for the women’s soccer squad.
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Joey Johnson Senior, men’s golf (pictured above)
Dorrian Williams Senior guard, men’s basketball (pictured right)
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Despite several teammates transferring away and/or graduating, Williams stuck with the program. His ability to lead the team has only gotten better each season, and he really turns his game on when he wants to. In his senior season, he is expected to be the floor general and one of the top facilitators and producers in the offense as the team takes on a new identity.
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Despite a tough 2014-15 season for the team, Johnson continued to improve his individual game, setting up a chance for a big senior year. Johnson was only one of two golfers to start and compete in all 11 tournaments last year and won two Missouri Valley Conference Golfer of the Week awards (three in his career). He was also a member of the All-MVC team. Johnson will be one of the keys for the 2015-16 season as he continues to improve as a golfer.
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Holly Scherer Senior forward, field hockey (pictured above)
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This scoring machine from Ontario led the team in goals (eight), points (19), and shots (49). She finished in the top five of the MidAmerican Conference in both shots and shots per game. Scherer has a cumulative 3.96 GPA and has been placed on the Academic All-MAC Team for two years in a row. She will be a key contributor for the Bears in 2015 with her attacking mentality and smart play.
Bobby Brown Sophomore defenseman, men’s hockey (pictured right)
Brown was named to the MACHA AllStar Team in his freshman season with the team. Brown is six feet six inches and provides a physical presence for the Ice Bears. Brown is a two-way player as he recorded 37 points in just 31 games and led the team in penalty minutes with 84, which shows that he is willing to do anything for the team. The Ice Bears will be jumping to Division I next season, and Brown will look to improve upon his fantastic first year in uniform. File photo/THE STANDARD
Stine Pettersen Sophomore, women’s golf (pictured left)
After a standout freshman year, Pettersen will be a golfer to watch in the Missouri Valley Conference for the 2015-16 season. She finished the season leading her team in scoring average at 75.85 throughout all nine tournaments. Also, this was good enough for second in the MVC individual rankings. Pettersen was named to the All-MVC team and was named the MVC Newcomer of the Year. Photo courtesy of Athletics Communication
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Athletes to know (cont.)
Erika Velasquez-Zimmer Centerfielder, softball (pictured above)
Her teammates and coaches call her “EZ” and that is exactly how she made her freshman campaign look last season. With complete command of the outfield, she plays routinely grass-stained, diving and leaping for every ball near her. The MVC Newcomer of the year is no slouch on offense either. Being the fastest player on the team, she can tear up the base paths and even smacked a grand slam at Killian Stadium last season. It’ll be interesting to see how many more awards and accolades she can accumulate over the next three seasons.
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Lily Johnson Sophomore outside hitter, volleyball (pictured below)
One of the most decorated high school volleyball players to sign with Missouri State, Johnson was named the Missouri Gatorade Player of the Year her senior year in high school. Johnson averaged at least ten kills in 27 of her 32 matches last year and was named a member of Student-Athlete Advisory Committee for the second year in a row. Johnson was named the Missouri Valley Conference Freshman of the Year and a member of the all-conference first team. She excels in the classroom, finishing her freshman year with a 4.0 GPA. She will be a key for the Bears’ 2015 season on and off the court.
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Jake Burger Sophomore Third Baseman, Baseball (pictured above)
Known to fans as the “best Burger in town,” Burger lived up to that title during his freshman season. He hit .342/.390/.518 with 29 extra base hits, including four home runs and 42 RBIs. Standing at six feet two inches and 210 pounds, Burger looks to add a strong power surge to the baseball Bears’ lineup in 2016.
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Emmerich Hoegg Senior midfielder/forward, men’s soccer (pictured above)
On a team that prides itself on controlling the pitch and playing defense, Hoegg is an offensive boost the Bears need to punctuate their fortified style. Last season, he netted a team-high seven goals. For a team that scored
Dylan Cole Junior outside linebacker, Football (pictured below)
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Uvis Kalnins Senior, swimming (pictured above)
only 16 goals combined last season, Hoegg’s offensive outbursts are more than necessary. Embarking on his senior season, Hoegg probably has his sights set on the back of the net. While his team staves off opposing offenses,, it will be Hoegg’s leadership, experience and his crafty shot-making abilities that will separate the Bears from the rest of the hungry MVC competitors. File photo/THE STANDARD
A record three Bears qualified for the NCAA Swimming and Diving Championship last year, but only Kalnins is returning. Currently competing for his home country of Latvia in the World University Games in South Korea and the FINA World Championships in Russia, Kalnins has swam
everywhere, including the 2012 Olympics. A swim stud in IM and freestyle events, Kalnins has four school records and is on pace to go to the NCAA Championships for a third straight year. With two All-MAC First Team and a MAC Outstanding Swimmer of the Year award on his shelf, Kalnins will be the swimmer to beat in nearly every pool he dives into.
Cole was the driving force behind a defensive unit that kept the Bears in games in the 2014 season. Now, with a new head coach who has sent defensive players to the National Football League, Cole’s ceiling rises even higher. This bruiser notched 163 tackles in two seasons as a Bear. He has only managed 2.5 sacks and three interceptions thus far, so expect those totals to rise in the seasons to come.
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New faces = new result? Picked to finish third in the Valley in the 2014-15 season, the Bears disappointed with an early tournament exit By Eli Wohlenhaus The Standard @eliwohlenhaus
With a lot of promise and coming off a successful season in 2013-2014, the Missouri State Bears men’s basketball team entered into the 2014-2015 season with a high ceiling. Hurricane as well as Southeast Missouri State, It did not happen. two return games from last season. MSU will In the first exhibition game, Division-2 opponent also host Utah State in the renewed Mountain Missouri Southern State University narrowly lost to West Conference–Missouri Valley Conference the Bears 68-66. That game was brushed off as a Challenge. The Bears are also slated to travel to way to get out the jitters. Little did the fans or team Stillwater, Oklahoma to take on Oklahoma State know how symbolic that game would become for on Dec. 5. The last time the Bears were hosted by the season. the Cowboys was 2011. MSU ended the season with an 11-20 record, no Eli’s Extras offense, low player morale and an invisible fan• Lusk’s mannerisms were unlike I had ever base. There were struggles on and off the court. But seen before in my two years of covering this team head coach Paul Lusk, thinks this season could see when we talked. Maybe it was because we were the maroon and white back to the 2013-2014 form in his office, or maybe it was because he feels the (Lusk’s only 20-win season). locker room is finally in great shape. Either way, “A year ago, I was sitting here thinking we were it appears very positive. getting ready to explode,” Lusk said. “And it simply • Ruder was hard to watch last season, as the didn’t happen. There are a million different reasons glorified shooter could not seem to get on any you can blame on that, and ultimately those are just kind of hot streak. Besides Williams at the point, excuses.” Ruder has the most on-court experience as a This Bears team should have nowhere to go but Bear, and he is going to have to overcome his up, and with a very different look for the program, it worst performance in his life (personally and as is possible. a team) to elevate this team beyond complacenOut with the old, in with the new cy. There was a lot of movement in the off-season • Arch Madness was a disaster last season. and there promises to be at least one more, so here Yes, the entire season was not great, but the end is a list: should have been better. With a conference growLosses: Assistant coaches Jermaine Henderson ing in status every season, at least the performand Derrick Tilmon, strength and conditioning ance in the conference tournament should vastly coach Collin Crane, senior guards Marcus Marshall improve. and Ron Mvouika, senior forward Gavin Thurman, • I worry about Williams. I think he has graduated forward Christian Kirk. moments of true greatness, and although Lusk Maddy Cushman/THE STANDARD Gains: Assistant coach Matt Sligh; assistant said Williams is unphased by the fact that the coach Corey Gipson; strength and conditioning Austin Ruder gets his shot blocked at the MVC Tournament in March 2015. guys he came in with as a freshman are now coach Griffin Waller; junior forward Jordan Martin, all gone, it makes me a little wary. His consisThe schedule JuCo guards Dequon Miller and Kevin Baker, incoming tency has been called into question often and cannot A major reason to be excited as a Bears fan is the schedule afford to falter now. MSU needs him to be the true floor freshmen guards Ryan Kreklow and Jarred Dixon. Returners: Head coach Paul Lusk; assistant coach Brad that MO State will get to play. There will be a host of teams general. Korn; graduate assistant Keith Pickens; senior guard Dorrian recognizable from seasons past, but the main attraction will • Insert cheesy line about teamwork here. But seriously, Williams, senior forwards Camyn Boone and Loomis Ger- come over Thanksgiving Break in the Puerto Rico Tip-Off on things seemed to fall apart last season because of an increase ring, junior guard Austin Ruder, junior center Tyler McCul- ESPN. Teams include: Texas Tech, Utah, Miami (Fla.), Min- in self and decrease in team. With Lusk’s on-court and offlough, sophomore guards Shawn Roundtree and Chris nesota, Butler, Temple and Mississippi State. court focus being on teamwork, then hopefully MSU can get According to Lusk, the Bears will host the Tulsa Golden back to a winning record. Kendrix, redshirt freshman Robin Thompson.
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Christian Kirk dives for a loose ball at Arch Madness in St. Louis.
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*Non-conference Home Schedule Nov. 7 William Jewel^ Nov. 27 William Woods Dec. 1 Utah State Dec. 10 IUPUI Dec. 13 Tulsa Dec. 16 Oral Roberts Dec. 22 Southeast Missouri
^Exhibition game *The conference portion of the schedule was not released prior to press time
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Above: Austin Ruder goes for a 3-pointer. Ruder had an average of 8.5 points per game in the 2014-2015 season. Below: Dorrian Williams reaches for a shot against Southern Illinois University.
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Ice Bears set for Division I competition
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If you are looking for something to do during the nights when the fall semester begins, look no further than the Missouri State Ice Bears. The Ice Bears play their home games at Mediacom Ice Park. The Ice Bears have been a part of the American Collegiate Hockey Association for 11 years now. This upcoming season, they will be moving up from Division II to Division I in the Western Collegiate Hockey League. Last season was arguably the best for the Ice Bears. They made the MidAmerican Collegiate Hockey Association Tournament for the second year in a row and finished with a national ranking of sixth. Head coach Bob Bucher said the interest for the team has continued to grow along with the recent success. “Our overall student attendance has increased by 200 attendees for the home games,” Bucher said. “For each of the Missouri versus Missouri State games, it was a packed house.” Missouri is just one of the teams the Ice Bears compete with. In the
newly formed conference, the Ice Bears will have matchups against Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado and Oklahoma to name a few. “The kids are enjoying the jump to D-I since it will provide them new places to play and new competition,” Bucher said. The Ice Bears will have to deal with losing some key players to graduation. Captains Eric Aldag and Jack Ryan have both moved on from the team. The Ice Bears will look to returning players such as sophomore
forward P.J Adams, sophomore forward Ryan Hogland and junior goalie Justin Davis for leadership. Bucher said 25-35 new players will be joining the squad. He is excited for the size and strength of the newcomers. “We lost some fantastic players to graduation, but I think we have retooled,” Bucher said. “We are bigger, faster and stronger across the board.” The Ice Bears are a team that can play both physically and fast. They File photo/THE STANDARD
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can cause turnovers and turn them into scoring opportunities quickly. The newcomers on the team will look to make their mark both offensively and defensively. Bucher said the transition to D-I will help the recruiting process as well. The Ice Bears usually recruit the St. Louis area the most, but the jump to the higher division helps players notice Missouri State as a destination. “Missouri State is a fantastic environment across the board, both academically and for sports,” Bucher said. “The success of the baseball team, volleyball team and excitement around the other sports helps us out as well.” The Ice Bears home opener will be against Dallas Baptist on Sept. 11. The Ice Bears will face defending D-I champions Central Oklahoma on Oct. 23-24. Broadcasts of the game can be found on 99.9 FM and at websportsradio.com. The Bear Line, Missouri State's shuttle system, also makes a stop at the Mediacom Ice Park. This is a great way for students living on campus to catch some hockey. Tickets are only $4.
Home opener Sept. 11
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Ultimate sports Twitter compilation Included are the Twitter names and handles from our staff who covers MSU sporting events and some coaches and athletes that we cover. @StandardSports Complete game coverage, highlights, pictures, stories and more. Eli Wohlenhaus @eliwohlenhaus For witticisms and quick in-game analysis, look no further. Bart Anders @bartanders42 Often seen taking videos at sporting events and writing poetic words about it. Eric Knifong @e_knifong Taking golf coverage to the next level and sliding in some national perspective. Ben Gilbert @TheGilb24 Still learning the ropes, but will be sure to Tweetify a time or two.
Mike Ursery @MikeUrsery Best fraternity in the world: US Marine Corp.
John Robinson @SaxmanJohn Silent guardian of the Twitterverse.
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Dave Steckel @Coach_Stec #BearUp
Tyler McCullough @Big_T_McC A true inspiration. Disagree? Keep in mind I am taller than you.
Jon Leamy @@CoachJonLeamy Men’s soccer coach who is all Bears all the time; remarkably quirky.
Lauren Boone @laurenboone18 What you see is what you get, ain’t no one gonna fret, see me give that set, spike the ball over the net.
Clif Smart @ClifSmart Major MSU Bears fan and sometimes does president stuff like crowd-surfing.
Dylan Cole @dylancole31 Pun about blitzing the quarterback and sack lunches.
Allie’s Journey @AllieStrong48 Updates on Allie Alvstad’s battle with Leukemia.
Robbie Oslica @roslica4 I love soccer almost as much as Little Debbie snack cakes.
Lauren Shadel @laurenshadel Tweets humorous anecdotes... Oh and plays soccer, too.
Jessi Allen @jessinesss I can run and tweet at the same time.
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Matt Hanes fends off an opponent. Hanes scored only one point last season.
Lacrosse shooting for big spring By Eric Knifong The Standard @e_knifong
The Missouri State men’s lacrosse team finished the 2014 fall scrimmages undefeated with three wins. They took that momentum into the beginning of the regular spring season with two straight wins. The team then faltered some with two loses in a row, but went on to finish the season at 5-6. “Last year was definitely a learning experience for our coaching staff and a lot of our players,” head coach Dustin Rich said. “We graduated a lot of experience the previous year, and we had a lot of younger guys that were asked to step into serious role-playing positions.” The Bears found comfort on their home field going 4-1 at home and 1-5 on the road. They finished the season missing the conference playoffs and went 1-2 against Great Rivers Lacrosse Conference Southwest Division foes. The Bears compete in the Men’s Collegiate Lacrosse Association in the GRLC. The conference has two divisions with the Bears competing in the Southwest Division. Last year was a learning experience for the coaches and players because of the youth and inexperience of the team. However, the season could be different next year as the Bears return 15 of their 17 players from the 2014-15 season, and 10 freshmen
are committed for the 2015-16 season. “We have some really solid guys coming in this year that will be able to immediately impact the game,” Rich said. “We have really high expectations for this coming year.” Some returning players for the Bears to keep an eye on next year are junior midfielder Austin Todd and senior face-off specialist Zack Sutter. “I think he’s due to have kind of a breakout year,” Rich said of Todd. Sutter was an honorable mention All-American last season and, according to Rich, “is an absolute beast.” Newcomers that could make an impact this year are St. Louis natives David Beermann and Trent Hagedorn. Both are midfielders with Beermann also playing attack. Just like any sport, the lacrosse team is filled with hope and expectations that next year will be different. Returning faces and a couple new ones will be the key in shooting this team into the conference playoffs. The feeling around the team is they are ready for the opportunity. “I think we’re all really excited to get our chance to Bear up,” said Rich. The season begins in the fall with scrimmages at Allison North Stadium. The opponent and date are undecided at this point. Students can visit missouristatelacrosse.org to find out more on the scheduling for Bears lacrosse.
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Field Hockey to “create own luck” 21 returning players will take the field
By Ben Gilbert The Standard @TheGilb24
One Missouri State team will return all 21 student-athletes, including 10 seniors. The field hockey team is loaded with experience and will look to improve on its record of 3-15 last season. Last season, the Bears failed to win a conference game, but head coach Gabby GomezSosa is confident that this season will be better. “We had a great spring season and have been making incredible strides every day,” Gomez-Sosa said. “I think our offense will be improved and balanced.” Senior Holly Scherer returns as last season’s leader in points, shots on goals and goals. The senior leadership will be key for the Bears going forward. “I’m looking forward to seeing our seniors lead this team and expect big things from them,” Gomez-Sosa said. “Players such as Charlie Redhead and Liz Young will be important.” Even though last season wasn’t as successful record-wise for the Bears, they placed 14 athletes on the National Field Hockey Coaches Association National Academic Squad. Gomez-Sosa hopes the team can get off to a better start as the team was outscored 33-9 in the first half. “The motto so far, to the girls, has been to create your own luck,” Gomez-Sosa said. “We have to be stronger and more consistent so we don’t get behind early and have to play catch up the whole time.” Field hockey is an interesting sport that combines hockey and soccer. It is fast paced and can be hard hitting at times. Gomez-Sosa believes if you give field hockey a chance, you will quickly become a fan. The Bears compete in the Mid American Conference because the Missouri Valley Conference does not include women’s field hockey. The 2015 schedule for the Bears is filled with non-conference opponents that stretches from coast to coast. Their first eight games are against teams from the ACC and Big Ten conferences. These feature neutral-site games
against Rutgers, Ohio State and Indiana. They will then travel to the west coast for the first time in two years for two games against UC-Davis and Pacific. The Bears hosted UCDavis last season and are returning, per contract agreement. The main focus for Gomez-Sosa’s team is conference play. They went winless in MAC action last season, but the goal for the Bears is to win the conference and make the tournament. “We had some really close games with opponents in our conference last season and look to improve on our shortcomings,” Gomez-Sosa said. “Our goal every season is to be successful in conference and to make some noise in the tournament.” The Bears kick off conference play against Miami (OH) on Oct. 2. The home opener for the Bears is on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 1 p.m. They will then play three straight games against conference opponents at home.
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“We had some really close games with opponents in our conference last season and look to improve on our shortcomings.” Gabby Gomez-Sosa Field hockey head coach
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Missouri State tennis:
Season 2
Nine scholarship athletes are set to return for the 2015-16 season By Brian Wright The Standard
Tennis returned to Missouri State last season as head coach Mallory Weber began building the program from the ground up. In 2006, Missouri State dropped tennis, but now Weber and her team will enter the season with a year’s worth of experience to improve on. “While we didn’t have as many wins as we wanted to,” said Weber, “the progress we showed from August to the end of April was very promising, and we look forward going into the second year.” The entire team is returning from last year and Weber is looking for more from them in 2015-2016. “They get it now,” Weber said. “I think we can do a little more with practices and
just everything because they had that year of experience.” Weber intentionally left a scholarship available from the inaugural season so she could offer one in 2015. The core, however, remains. Junior Mackenzie Rozell is returning for the Bears. She had eight wins in singles for the Bears last year, including three against Missouri Valley Conference opponents. Junior Anelisse Torrico Moreno will also be back for the Bears in 2015-2016. She posted a team high 11 wins and had the only winning record in single matches from last season. “I think we had a lot of people step up at different times in the season,” Weber said. The Bears season is split into two parts, non-conference coming in the fall and conference play in the spring.
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Golf: The men’s and women’s teams look to expand on their strong seasons from 2014-15 By Eric Knifong The Standard @e_knifong
The Missouri State golf teams finished off the 2014-15 season with the women bringing home second place in the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament and the men finishing with a sixth-place finish in their MVC Tournament.
The women had a good season last year after finishing in the top five in six of their nine tournaments. They got on a roll in the spring semester and became the favorites to win the MVC trophy heading into the tournament. “Overall, I feel like we got a lot accomplished, but I feel like even better days are ahead,” head coach Kevin Kane said. The women’s team will have some new faces as they graduated three and will bring in three freshmen. These new golfers are Ashley Childers from Mount Vernon; Fay Carpenter from Bournemouth, England; and Hailey Burgen, who won the state tournament with her high school team every year she was there and finished second individually her senior year in Andrews, Texas. “I expect all three of them to come in and compete for spots in our top five right off the bat,” Kane said. The new golfers will not be coming in without some added pressure, as the team is looking to have a great year. The expectations for a good season are really high for the women next year, according to Kane. “I expect us to compete for a conference championship again and to put ourselves in position to win some tournaments,” Kane said. The women will begin their road to the MVC Tournament at the Hawkeye InvitaThe Women’s Team
tional in Iowa City, Iowa, on Sept. 5-6.
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The men’s golf team had an up-and-down year last season; it finished the 2014-15 season with two second-place finishes and was one stroke away from winning each. However, it also finished three tournaments in 12th place or worse. “We just kind of lacked that one guy to get us over the hump in some of those events,” head coach Neal Stafford said. “I was pleased with the year, and I certainly think that we have a lot to build on from last year.” The men graduated two from last year’s team and will be bringing in two new freshmen in the fall. These new additions for the 2015-16 season are Kory Franks from Jefferson City, who is the No. 1 ranked junior golfer in the 2015 class for Missouri, and Adam Fisher from Aberdeen, Scotland. Stafford is excited about the new faces going into next season, and he can’t wait to see what each of them can bring to the team. However, he does not want to label next year with expectations. “I think next year, we are really going to go in with the focus of falling in love with the process of playing golf,” Stafford said. “I don’t really want to be focused on expectations. We’ve kind of run that road before.” The men will tee off at the Derek Dolenc Invitational in Edwardsville, Illinois, on Sept. 13-14. “I think if we can do that, just falling in love with the process of playing golf and practicing, then I think, in return, we will be pleased when we look back on the year,” Stafford said. The Men’s Team
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Lady Bears know how to get on a roll
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The Lady Bears went from being winless in November to second in their conference.
By John Robinson The Standard @SaxmanJohn
The Lady Bears were seemingly two different teams in the 2014-2015 season. A team that started off winless in November came back with a winning streak, putting it second in the conference. The Lady Bears experienced devastating losses along with dominating wins during the season. Now entering year three of the Kellie Harper era, the Lady Bears seem poised to have their biggest year yet. Last year’s Lady Bears’ squad was young, with only one graduating senior out of four upperclassmen. Hillary Chvatal started in 31 games after starting in zero the previous year. As a junior, the center put up solid defensive numbers, averaging eight rebounds a game and registering 24 blocked shots; Chvatal should only produce more in her senior season. 2016 will also be the final year for fans to be able to see a Snow sister on the court with guard Tyonna Snow entering senior status. Snow was a driving force for the Lady Bears last season; when she played well, so did the team. Averaging over 15 points a game, Snow was one of two Lady Bears who broke the 1,000-point barrier. Snow also led the team in steals, swiping 79, although this is less than her 93-steal year in 2013-2014.
Senior Kenzie Williams is the final senior on this Lady Bear squad. As a junior, the guard averaged 16 points a game as she and Snow joined the 1,000-point club. Williams benefited from good health all season after recovering from an ACL tear and will look to be a leading force in her final year. But it isn’t all about the upperclassmen; there are three sophomores to keep your eye on. Audrey Holt, a sophomore forward, was the only underclassman to collect over 100 rebounds in a season, and record 16 blocks. Aubrey Buckley saw plenty of minutes her freshman year, starting 30 out of 33 game appearances. Buckley collected 96 rebounds, averaging three a game, 22 steals. Her experience should lead to marked improvement her sophomore year. Finally, you have Liza Fruendt who, as a freshman, was the only Lady Bear besides Snow and Williams to average double digit points with 10.6 per game. As well as shooting nearly .400 from beyond the arc, Fruendt should be a scoring force for the Lady Bears this season. Year three is thought of as the year a coach’s plan comes together. Kellie Harper has the talent and she has had the time to install her system and build the team she wants to see. For the Lady Bears, 2015-2016 is the perfect storm for domination.
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Liza Fruendt made the MVC all-freshman team.
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After a slow start to the 2014-2015 season, the Lady Bears turned their season around and hosted a playoff game at JQH Arena
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Swim? Dive? Win.
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Upcoming senior Dora Kiss is an essential leader for this team.
New team, same goals — Bears aim for another great season By Bart Anders The Standard @bartanders42
Dave Collins, the head swimming and diving coach for MSU, has been on a relentless pursuit of perfection since taking the reigns four years ago. Last year, his leadership led to an MVC Championship for the women’s team and helped three men qualify for the NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships. But after last year’s impressive season, Collins had to watch almost half his team walk at graduation. “Though we have to replace a lot of swimmers, rebuilding isn’t in our vocabulary,” Collins said. “I recruit winners who have won at the high school level and want to continue to be a winner.” Make no mistake about it – the MSU swimming and diving team is full of winners on the men’s and women’s sides. Last year marked the eighth straight MVC Championship for the women, tied nationally with the University of Virginia for the longest active streak in NCAA women’s swimming and diving. Yet for Collins, protecting the active dynasty hasn’t been easy. “The Valley just gets harder and stronger,” Collins said. “The dynamics of all eight teams is different every year. Swimmers every year are asked to step up and answer the call.” For the men’s team, the latest conference championships have been bittersweet. The Bears were added to the Mid-American Conference before the 2009-10 season and over the past three seasons have been a combined 27 points away from three-peating, but have had only one championship in 2014. Eastern Michigan’s 32nd MAC Championship last year proves their dominance in the conference.
“Our men’s team is traditionally strong in IM and stroke events but fall off a bit when diving events come around,” Collins said. The Bears had the lead in the 2015 MAC Championships before the diving rounds commenced. Collins knows the team’s strengths and weaknesses, so five years ago he gave out what he calls a “project diving scholarship” to high school senior Garrett Nevels. Last season, Nevels earned more than a project scholarship after joining Paul Le and Uvis Kalnins as the first trio of Bears to ever compete at the NCAA Championships. Nevels represented the Bears as the first NCAA Championship qualifying diver in 25 years. “Garrett Nevels really got us into uncharted waters during his career here,” Collins said. “He was the best diver in the 50-year program history and will leave a great legacy behind.” In trying to replace almost half a team on both the men’s and women’s side, Collins has been hard at work this offseason. Between Olympic, national and international training with past and present athletes, he has signed a total of 13 new swimmers for the 2015-16 season. Among the impressive signing class are a couple of high school state champs. New Bear Hope Ernhart was the top-rated swimmer from the state of Arkansas according to collegeswimming.com, and her new teammate, Althea Felton, won a state championship as team captain of the Rock Bridge High Bruins, in Columbia. The Bears swim all their home meets at the Hammons Student Center, so walk on over some time and watch the women protect their dynasty in the MVC and the men enact some revenge in the MAC.
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finding a seat will be easy. Sit wherever you’d like. Finding a decent seat in Plaster Stadium won’t be difficult. Allison South is found behind Meyer Library on the west side of the campus. It houses the men’s and women’s soccer teams. These games are always full, as students come out in droves to watch soccer games. Both programs are successful, and the stands are almost always packed. Lastly, the men’s and women’s basketball teams will open their respective seasons at JQH Arena in early November. Attendance at JQH Arena is somewhat similar to Plaster Stadium, at least for the men’s basketball Bears. For the Lady Bears, it won’t be hard to find a front-row seat in the student section. Attendance at men’s games will dwindle down to a low number by the time conference play begins, but people will fill up JQH Arena when the Wichita State Shockers come to town. That is always a guarantee. On a serious note, everyone should go out and support the student-athletes on this campus. The athletic teams on this campus put in a lot of work and dedication to their respective sports, while also making time for class and schoolwork. They deserve your support. Have pride in your school and cheer on the Bears every chance you get. File photo/THE STANDARD
By Mike Ursery The Standard @MikeUrsery
The 2015 fall semester is finally here. It seems like only yesterday we all were just beginning much needed rest and relaxation after a burdensome academic year (yeah, cry you a river, right?). For many of you, this semester will be the first of many that you spend on the Missouri State campus. You are getting set to begin what is not only your freshman year, but a new chapter in your life. Upon arriving here, it will be important to know where to go — where all of your classes are located, dining halls, your residence hall, the library, etc. It will also be important to know when and where all of the athletic events are happening once all of the fall sports begin (right now, some of MSU’s upperclassmen are probably reading this and asking themselves, “We have an athletic program?”). Soon, football season will start. MSU opens its season on the road at Memphis but opens at home on Sept. 12. If attendance this season is anything like it was last year, it will be hard to find a place to sit when the Bears play their home opener. However, as the season wears on,
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Growl, one of the MSU mascots, crowd-surfs at a basketball game.
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A season to remember
Baseball Bears seek to repeat success and go beyond regular season By John Robinson The Standard @SaxmanJohn
The 2015 Missouri State baseball Bears’ historic season ended in heartbreak, as a spot in the College World Series slipped away after a 3-2 loss to Arkansas in the Super Regional. For the 2016 Bears, a return to the success of the previous year may be difficult. Four of the team’s distinguished athletes were drafted to Major League Baseball, including shutdown starting pitchers Jon Harris and Matt Hall. Infielders Tate Matheny and Joey Hawkins were also drafted, and the Bears graduated Eric Cheray and Dylan Becker. But the Bears will be far from not having any weapons. One of the biggest names to watch on the 2016 squad will be sophomore third baseman Jake Burger, the MVC freshman of the year in 2015. Burger hit .342 with
four home runs and 42 RBIs. Senior Spencer Johnson is another bat to watch in 2016. As a junior, the left fielder hit .320 with six home runs and 44 RBIs. As for the rotation, head coach Keith Guttin will need to find two gunslingers. If sophomore starting pitcher Jordan Knutson continues the growth he showed in 2015, his slot in the rotation should be secure. Also keep an eye on Sam Perez to make the leap from the bullpen. The junior was used as long-relief and worked to a 9-1 record in 2015 but could be elevated to the starting rotation to fill the gaps left by Harris and Hall. Redshirt senior Bryan Young will probably keep his role in the bullpen where he was dominant in 2015 with 16 saves and a 1.30 ERA in the 2015 season. A repeat from the Super Regional run may Emily McTavish/THE STANDARD be a nearly impossible goal for the 2016 baseball Bears, but the talent appears to be there. Bears celebrate after their first victory against Canisius in the NCAA Regional at Hammons Field in May. The team made it to the Super Regionals but lost to Arkansas.
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NCAA Regional Highlights
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Left: Eric Cheray, infielder, slides into first base. Cheray is pursuing a graduate degree and a coaching career. Above: Jon Harris pitches against a Canisius player. Harris was drafted 30th overall in the Major League Baseball Draft by the Toronto Blue Jays. Right: Centerfielder Tate Matheny is upset with a call in the regional game against Iowa. Matheny was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the fourth round.
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Softball 2016 season goals
Aiming for both Conference and MVC Tourney championships Bart Anders The Standard @bartanders42
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Outfielder Hailee Vigneaux bunts the ball against Evansville in the April series. The Bears went 3-0 against the Purple Aces.
“It’s a goal of mine every year to win both of them.” Holly Hesse
Softball Head Coach
In her 28th season at the helm of the Missouri State softball team, head coach Holly Hesse has won a regularseason conference championship and has even won a Missouri Valley Conference Tournament Championship. But she has never done both in the same season. Last year, the team got second in both categories after putting together an impressive 17-9 conference record going 30-25 overall. “It’s a goal of mine every year to win both of them,” Hesse said. “But, after being picked to finish seventh in the conference preseason, I’m glad we exceeded expectations.” Expectations for the 2016 season couldn’t be any higher. MSU finished last season swinging for the fences as junior shortstop Erin Duewel and senior outfielder Rebecca McPherson both broke the previous home run
record held by three other Bears. The record, which long stood at 10, now is held by McPherson (12) followed closely by Duewel (11). But before spikes hit the soft soil of Killian Stadium, the Bears have to replace three seniors who gave it all for the maroon and white and moved the program forward. McPherson was accompanied by determined pitcher and outfielder Chelsea Jones and loud and proud outfielder Ali Trickey to complete the trio of Bears who played all four seasons under Hesse. “You think it’d be hard losing great players every year, but we’ve been preparing freshman to take leadership roles from day one,” Hesse said. Last season, freshman centerfielder Erika Velasquez-Zimmer embraced a leadership role right away. Leading the team with a .361 batting average, Velasquez-Zimmer was the MVC Newcomer of the Year. She also collected grass stains almost
every game with home run robbing and sliding catches. With essentially three outfielders graduating last season, VelasquezZimmer will have to be the captain of the outfield as newcomers get settled in. But good news for the Bears: next year’s starting pitcher has been settled in for awhile. Next season will be starting pitcher Erin Struemph’s junior campaign with MSU as she looks to build upon an already impressive career. Joining her on the mound will be senior Jessie Van Es, who has battled with some injuries. If she remains healthy, Van Es will be vital to the Bears’ success. In addition, senior Allie Alvstad, who spent last year battling a courageous fight against acute myeloid leukemia, has fully recovered and is training with the team again. After a couple of second-place finishes last season, it will be interesting to see if the Bears can take the next step and finally give Hesse the well-deserved MVC softball sweep.
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