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STAFF

Executive Editor Lauren Humphrey Adviser Sonny Rhodes Art Director Bethany Hoover

News Editor Tanner Newton Features Editor Victoria Mugambi Entertainment Editor Whitney Bryson Sports Editor Jack A. Webb Operations Manager Victoria Hickey Distribution Manager Rachel Chatwood The Forum is the official student newspaper at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

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opening word

by Lauren Humphrey Throughout my life I have operated out of fear.

I have the fear of physical things like heights and snakes but also there I have a fear of nonphysical things like the unknown and rejection.

I never thought it was a big deal until recently when the fear became so real I could not ignore and supress it.

When I decided to follow Jesus, I committed to being formed by Him into His likeness. For a while I thought being transformed into His likeness meant behavior modification. Don’t lie. Don’t cheat.

Don’t hate. That part did not seem hard for me, but as I began to seek the Father I learned that it’s not behavior modification at all. It’s about being with the Father. He doesn’t want me to be ‘good’ because it looks good, He wants me to be near to Him and allow Him to mold me into who He has created me to be. His plans are so much greater than I could ever imagine, and as I choose to draw closer to the Father, He will transform my heart to desire the things of Him and not of this world.

Likewise, as I am being transformed into His likeness, I must recognize that there is no fear in Jesus’s heart, and He desires the same for His people. There has never been a time when He was

“I must recognize that there is no fear in Jesus’s heart, and He desires the same for His people” afraid he had too much to deal with. There has never been a time where He was afraid of rejection.

There has never been a time when fear has paralyzed Him. This fear I have held onto is not in the likeness of God. He has set me free from fear, but I still must choose to operate witout a spirit of fear.

I think, even though fear is a mental thing, there is something so powerful about releasing fear physically. In Africa there is a country called Zambia, and most of the people live deeply in fear. One of which is witch-doctors. There are countless rituals that they must complete, and they must wear charms so that evil cannot affect them. However,

when they decided to surrender to Jesus many of the burned the charms that tied them to fear. It was so powerful to see how surrender immediately called them to live without fear.

It’s taken me a while to come face-to-face with my fear, but I am choosint to say out loud that I am not bound by fear. Recognizing the fear doesn’t make it go away. It will be a battle that I must give to the Lord. When fear becomes paralyzing and I feel attacked from all around, I will not claim that as a spirit I live in. I declare that God has victory over fear in my life.

stronger With her

by Jack A. Webb “Do all the good you can, for all the people you can, for as long as you can,” is a quote closely attributed to John Wesley, founder of the Methodist faith but these days many may attribute it to the Hillary for America presidential campaign. That’s because, in part, that motto is at the heart of her campaign.

Clinton is a woman, fighter, and progressive who has dedicated her life to public service and something about that really pisses people off.

That reaction surprises me because it’s so hard to deny all the good she has done. I know she’s not perfect but she has more knowledge and experience than anyone who has ever run to be president of the United States.

While still in college at Wellesley, Clinton first got her start in social justice activism that has remained one of her core principles throughout her career.

From the beginning, she has always fought for children and families. As a lawyer, she fought for equitable schooling for children with disabilities during her time with at the Children’s Defense Fund.

While in Arkansas she directed one of the state’s first legal aid clinics and co-founded Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families.

“Clinton is a woman, fighter, and progressive...and something about that really pisses people off.”

Health and human rights remain a priority for Clinton. It’s no secret that Hillary is a woman and she has had to work harder, stronger, and better than any man that has run for president before.

As the first lady, she worked with both Democrats and Republicans to create the Children’s Health Insurance Program, which is still covering millions of kids today.

As a senator in New York during 9/11, Clinton fought to secure $20 billion in an effort to rebuild New York, all while fighting for healthcare for the responders to the World Trade Center.

As secretary of state, Clinton championed rights for LGBT people around the world and

broke down some barriers that have been holding women and girls back.

For me, Hillary has always represented what is good with America and those are just a few reasons why I’m with her. Her character and passion have remained consistent over her lifetime and her vision of the future of this country and world must follow the achievements that President Obama accomplished during his eight historical years in office.

I don’t claim to know what the outcome will be on Nov. 8, but I do know that if Hillary Rodham Clinton is elected as our next president, history shows that she will do all the good she can.

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news

november 2, 2016

Toro accepts position in Connecticut

“I am leaving Little Rock, Arkansas with mixed feeling. I am ualr.edu photo leaving behind a lot of people that I care for. I am leaving behind the students of this institution that I have fought for quite a bit,” Zulma Toro said.

by Tanner Newton At the end of this semester, Zulma Toro will leave the campus and head for Connecticut. At Central Connecticut State University, Toro will become that college’s new president.

Toro is currently UALR’s provost and executive vice chancellor and has been for over three years.

Reflecting on her time at UALR, Toro said the most important change that the university has experienced is how committed the school has become to student success.

“Student success is the responsivity of each individual that is part of UALR, that each one of us has a role to play in supporting student success,” Toro said.

Explaining this, Toro said that the school now offers “high impact activities” such as service learning and capstone courses.

Toro said that by providing students more of these types of activities, students will be better equipped for surviving in the real world.

Another thing Toro said she

director of Military Student Services.

All week there will be slideshows on monitors in buildings throughout campus featuring photos of UALR faculty, staff and student veterans. A link to submit photos for the slideshow can be found at ualr.edu/military.

The week will kickoff that Monday with red, white and blue stars being displayed on the bridge that links the Donaghey Student Center and the Student Services Center.

Anyone can grab a star – red

will represent those currently serving, blue will represent veterans, and white will represent those who have passed – and write their name on it or the name of a loved one to be placed on the bridge.

“You don’t have to be a veteran to get the stars. If you have a grandfather who served in World War II and had passed, you can get a white [star] and write his name on it,” Oliverio said.

Tuesday will feature a Veterans Association Open House with a reception. Veteran

believes will be the addition of the eStem high school.

Toro said the high school will offer UALR the opportunity to build a stronger pipeline of students. This will also allow high school students the opportunity to take college classes early.

On the other side, Toro said that the high school will help college students because it will allow internship opportunities. UALR students planning to be teachers, counselors or nurses will be able to intern at the eStem school.

The provost said she has liked her time in Arkansas.

“I have enjoyed my tenor here and I’m very thankful for the opportunity that I have been afforded to contribute [in] enhancing access to higher education for the citizens of Arkansas,” Toro said.

Toro pointed out that Arkansas ranks very poorly against other states when looking at the number of people with who have college degrees. “I am very pleased I was afforded the opportunity to be involved, at least for a short period of time, in expanding ac-

cess to higher education,” Toro said.

This was not the first college that Toro worked for. Originally from Puerto Rico, she worked for over 13 years at a college in Puerto Rico. At the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez, Toro served as chancellor from 1999 to 2001. Between Puerto Rico and Little Rock, she worked at Wichita State University in Kansas and at the University of New Haven in Connecticut.

Having already lived in Connecticut once for four years, Toro expects to already feel at home when she gets there.

“I am going back to a state I am familiar with, a state that I have friends at,” Toro said.

That said, Toro said that she will miss Arkansas.

“I am leaving Little Rock, Arkansas with mixed feeling. I am leaving behind a lot of people that I care for. I am leaving behind the students of this institution that I have fought for quite a bit and that I think that are incredible … but its life and I have enjoyed my time here very much,” Toro said.

Veterans to receive recognition during appreciation week

by Alexandria Barnes To honor the men and women who put their lives on the line for the country, UALR will host Veterans Appreciation Week.

The week will start on Monday, Nov. 7, and go through Friday, Nov.11.

The school has always held a ceremony or some sort of celebration to honor its veterans, but Veterans Appreciation Week is a fairly new concept that has evolved on campus.

“It’s a little bit different [of a] line up than we’ve done in the past,” said Kathy Oliverio,

students will also be present to tell their stories and memorabilia will be on display. The Open House is open to the public and is a chance to showcase UALR’s veterans.

The next day will have a “Heart of a Service Member” photo op. In the DSC there will be a Veterans Appreciation Week selfie board that people can take photos with. UALR’s Student Government Association (SGA) and Environmental and Spatial Technology (EAST) will also host a luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on this day for student

veterans.

“Red, White and Blue Day” is on Thursday. People can wear red, white and/or blue to show support for veterans.

The week will end on Veterans Day with a special ceremony including a guest speaker who has not been announced as of this publication’s print date.

Following the ceremony, a free lunch will be provided to veterans from UALR Sodexo.

“It’s just a time to explain what Veterans Day is about, which is honoring veterans,” Oliverio said.

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Homecoming Week

by Victoria Mugambi Fall is (finally) in the air, which means Homecoming Week is quickly approaching! Sponsored by the Student Experience Center and Student Government Association (SGA), this year’s homecoming is proving to be just as unique and fun as the campus itself.

The concept for this year’s Homecoming Week is based on a concept developed last year by, former SGA Pres. Jacob Laan and Vice Pres. Connor Donovan. “We decided we wanted to revamp Homecoming…and get more organizations involved,” current SGA Pres. Connor Donovan explained. Along with a Champions’ Cup Competition, the idea for implementing a theme for the Homecoming Week came about as well.

The theme of Homecoming Week this year will be “UALR Olympics”. Festivities will include a Trojan Tailgate, Golf Cart Parade, Cardboard Boat Regatta, and the Champions’ Cup Competition.

Homecoming events will kick off with Homecoming Royalty and SGA voting on Wednesday, Nov. 2 and Thursday, Nov. 3. Students will have the opportunity to not only vote for their favorite Homecoming Royal, who will be announced at the Homecoming Basketball Game on Saturday, Nov. 12, but they’ll also get to elect Senators to represent them in SGA. The elected senators will be announced after polls close on Nov. 3.

The day before the Homecom-

ing game, Friday, Nov. 11, will be an action packed day for the Trojans. Starting at 1p.m. in the DSC Aquatics Center, the Cardboard Boat Regatta will be held, where student organizations will display their best engineering skills with cardboard and race across the pool. Following this event, Trojan Lane will host the Trojan Trek Golf Cart Parade at 5pm. Each participating student organization will display their creativity by decorating a golf cart that fits in with the theme of UALR Olympics.

A pep rally will be held immediately after the Golf Cart Parade

ing game between our own UALR Men’s Basketball team and Central Baptist will begin at 3pm. During halftime, the Homecoming Royalty winners will be announced, along with winners of the Champions’ Cup Competition for both individual competitions and the overall competition.

The Champions’ Cup is an award that will be given to the student organization that shows the most Trojan spirit during Homecoming Week. “It’s a time when all the clubs and organizations come together in friendly competition with the end desire to support the Trojans!” said Donovan.

The competition will be split into 3 individual competitions; the Trojan Track and Field Torch (Golf Cart Parade), Trojan Swimming Torch (Cardboard Boat Regatta) and Troto support the Lady Trojans’ Bas- jan Spirit Stick (Participation). ketball team in the Jack Stephens Each competition, organizations parking lot. The rally will start will have the chance to win at 6pm, and the official game will points by fulfilling categories begin at 6:30 p.m., where the such as creativity, Olympic Lady Trojans will be going head theme, and team spirit. to head with North Texas at the Thanks to the Student Jack Stephens Center.

Experience Center and SGA, Starting at 11 a.m. on Satthis year’s UALR Home Sweet urday, Nov. 12, there will be Homecoming will offer several a Trojan Alley Tailgate in the opportunities for both students Jack Stephens parking lot. The and the Little Rock community Tailgate, sponsored by Academy to come support our fellow Sports & Outdoors, will include Trojans! SGA Pres. Connor games, food trucks, and live radio Donovan looks forward to the broadcasts. As an added bonus, week’s events, saying “This is the Chancellor will be giving an exciting opportunity for all away free food truck vouchers to the students to come together, the first 750 students to come. have a good time, and support The anticipated Homecomour family!”

“The theme of Homecoming Week this year will be “UALR Olympics”. Festivities will include a Trojan Tailgate, Golf Cart Parade, Cardboard Boat Regatta, and the Champions’ Cup Competition.”

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BEAT

by Sydney Bradshaw Homeless man arrested on warrant On Oct. 8, two officers were at the front of the University Village security booth when they were approached by two students who said that there was a suspicious man loitering around the building they live in. The officers searched around the building and found the man on the sidewalk. They approached the man and asked if he was a student. He said that he was not and that he is homeless and panhandling. Dispatch ran the man through NCIC/ ACIC and he came back with a warrant out of White Hall for Failure to Comply. White Hall confirmed the warrant and agreed to pick up the man and take him into custody.

Residence Hall Theft On Oct. 12, a student reported that his Sony PlayStation 4 controller had been stolen. He said that he had left his dorm that morning to eat in the cafeteria and then went to class. He noticed the controller was missing when he returned to his room after his 11:00 a.m. class. He also told the officer that his roommate had lost his room key and leaves the room unlocked.

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UPComing: november 2, 2016

poetry and cupcakes in November

by Elton Tevebaugh poets can take the stage and present at local high schools. He strives to The University Program Council reach those who may normally be their own poetry.

(UPC) at UALR has been hard at overlooked, the “unreachable youth.”

According to his Facebook page, work planning events for the month Odd Rod, aka Roderick Harvey, is a UPC Entertainment Chair Blaise of November. All of the events are poet from Jacksonville, Fla. who has Hale says that the concept behind free and open to students. this open mic night is “to give overcome adversity in his own life To kick off the UPC events in from the time he was a child. He was UALR students the opportunity to November, there will be a Pinterest raised in poverty, his father was not showcase their talents while also craft night on Nov. 10 from hearing and networking with 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in meeting a professional poet.” room D of the Donaghey The last UPC event in UPC Events Chair Jasmine Student Center (DSC). This November is the Cupcake McKissick says this event aims event will be a chance for Wars.

This will be held in to “give students a chance to people to make PinterestDSC Leadership Lounge Nov. relax before finals start and worthy crafts they may not 29 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cupjust have fun at the later end of have time to make at home. cake Wars will give people the semester.”

Whatever people make, they the chance to decorate the can take home. best cupcake they can and The movie night on Nov. potentially win a prize.

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UPC Events Chair Jasmine McKisaround, and his mother was a drug The next event that UPC has lined addict. Despite his rough upbringing, sick says this event aims to “give up in November is a guest poet and he maintained good grades in school students a chance to relax before open mic night. The guest poet is finals start and just have fun at the and earned a full scholarship to Odd Rod, and the event will be held later end of the semester.” the University of North Florida. He Nov. 16 in DSC Ledbetter Hall room earned a Bachelors degree from UNF Events are subject to change, so D from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Following checking the UPC website periodiin 2005. Now, he demonstrates his Odd Rod’s recitation of poetry, there craft at colleges around the country cally closer to the event dates could will be an open mic so that other and has been a motivational speaker be helpful for those interested.

Racing to grab the beanbag, Sean Bass and Zach Blair compete in the bungee run on Thursday, Oct. 27. UPC hosted several events for student on campus in celebration of their annual UPC week.

Bethany Hoover photo

SGA Student Government Association

SGA continues to push for football

by Tanner Newton In an effort to get even more attention for their attempt to bring a football team to UALR, the Student Government Association (SGA) spent the majority of their Oct. 24 meeting roaming the campus trying to get signatures for their petition.

SGA President Connor Donovan’s goal for the petition is to get 1000 signatures. He chose this number because it will show that a significant number of students would support the potential team.

Donovan also said that if the college does get a football team, the college will have to get two more female sports. This is to show that the school is not favoring one gender. One potential sport that Donovan said they could be looking at is rowing.

In addition to these sports teams, Donovan also said that they hope to bring both a college marching band and cheerleading to UALR, as both of those things go hand in hand with a football team.

The SGA’s attempt to bring football to the campus has gotten a lot of buzz. Donovan has gotten to talk to the athletics department, the mayor and several local news stations. According to Donovan, the mayor and the athletics department are both supportive of the SGA’s attempt.

The petition’s signature count is about halfway to its goal.

In addition to their football campaign, the SGA also is still looking at the housing policy at the dorms.

Some members of the SGA said they believe that the rules at the dorms are not fair or “gender neutral.” These rules include: no more than three guests at a time, only one person of the same gender can spend the night and guest have to check in when they enter the building.

Senator Jonathon Jodoin looked at the housing policies at other colleges in Arkansas and found that some of them have policies that the SGA believe are better.

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Did you know?

Science Says:

features

november 2, 2016

It’s a (booby) trap! may not be.

A 15-year study was conducted at Centre Hospitalier Universitaire in Besançon, France. The study included 330 women between the ages of 18 and 35. Each year, the women’s breasts were measured and changes were recorded.

Researchers found that there was no benefit to wearing a bra. According to an interview with France Info, Professor Rouillon, the primary researcher in this study,

by Victoria Mugambi said “Medically, physiologically, anaOctober is known for being Breast tomically, the breast does not benefit Cancer Awareness Month, and it from being deprived of gravity.” features events to raise money for This means that there is no the cause, the most well-known improvement in back pain, support being Race for the Cure. Another day or even sagging when a bra is worn. created to raise awareness of the In fact, the researchers found that disease is Oct. 13, National No Bra wearing a bra from a young age may Day. While many of us probably didn’t actually lead to saggier breasts. This realize the day existed, it does give is because bras reduce the amount an ideal reason to ditch the cages for of blood flow getting to breasts; this a day and let the ladies live their best leads to a reduction in collagen and life. But have you ever stopped to elasticity, the two main components think whether bras are good for you? that keep the ladies from dropping it According to a recent study, they low.

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The researchers also found that when compared to women who wore bras regularly, women who stopped wearing bras saw an average lift of 7mm, about .3-inch, in their nipples each year. By not wearing a bra, blood flow to the breasts was improved, allowing for improved lift.

There are several other benefits of ditching the bra, including better posture and reduced back pain.

When you go bra-less, the muscles underneath your breasts, known as the major and minor pectorals, are forced to start pulling their weight, and give the ladies a lift. Along with the stronger breast tissue thanks to better circulation, the overall firmness of the breasts are improved as well.

Before you burn your bras and vow to lead a completely bra-less life, remember that this study needs to be taken with a grain of salt. Though these findings are im”pec”cable, they are not inclusive of the entire population. So whether you’re more comfortable with a bra, or would rather live the bra-less life, do what feels best for you and let the girls live their “breast” life.

Job opportunities on campus

by Alexandria Barnes

EIT Office Assistant EIT is seeking a work-study student for an office assistant position. The job will consist of answering phones, filing, running errands on campus and other duties as assigned. To apply contact Kristina Campbell kcampbell@ualr.edu.

Tutors Work-study tutors are needed in the Athletic Department to help student-athletes. All majors may apply. Training is required. To apply, contact Molly Castner mhcastner@ualr.

edu.

Library Tech Assistant Bowen Law Library has a UALRworks position open for a student technical services assistant. This position involves shelving materials and books, maintaining library collections and filing. The student technical services assistant will also serve as a backup for mail sorting and delivery. For more information, contact Kayla Cossey kjcookcosse@ualr.edu.

Media assistant A photo/video assistant is needed in the Office of

Communication and Marketing through UALRworks. Duties and responsibilities include assisting the department’s photographer and videographer during shoots, helping with setup and breakdown of shoots and editing photos or videos. Applicants must understand how to operate digital cameras and video and lighting equipment.

Applicants must also be skilled in Photoshop, Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere. For more information, contact Lonnie Timmons, III, lxtimmons@ualr. edu

Halloween is more Irish than St. Patrick’s Day

Bethany Hoover Illustration

by Kyra Hawkins Halloween is an exceptionally fun time of year, no doubt.

Getting to dress up, attending numerous parties, and having an excuse to scare the pants off friends and strangers alike is a delight not as cherished during the rest of the year.

But did you know Irish traditions over time have contributed to the joy and entertainment of this spooky holiday?

One popular tradition includes carving pumpkins into jack o’ lanterns, but who was this “Jack” they’re named after? According to Irish legend, he was a stingy old man who managed to trick several people, including the Devil himself. As a result, Stingy Jack was forbidden from heaven or hell upon his death. He was condemned to wander the earth waving his makeshift turnip lantern in an attempt to pull other people from their paths; this began the Irish tradition of placing a light inside of a turnip, which later evolved to using pumpkins.

Speaking of Ireland, it is commonly believed to be the birthplace of Halloween, where it was called All Hallow’s Eve among other things.

The holiday celebrated the day when the line between the worlds of the living and the dead were thinnest.

This belief led to what was originally an ancient Celtic tradition of dressing as ghouls and other spooky things to disguise oneself from the attentions of the real ghosts wandering the streets. The Celts would also leave out candy, food, and gifts to placate any angry or resentful ghosts.

Oddly enough, in some parts of Ireland, Halloween was used to find your soulmate.

Since it was one of the few times a year young people of the opposite sex could mingle, people played romantic fortunetelling games in an attempt to find “The One”. These games included what would today be commonly known as bobbing for apples.

These are just a few of the numerous and interesting truths about an evolving set of traditions that have become a major national celebration, but the list of weird, whacky, and wondrous historical facts and customs goes on. So have a blast this year dressing up (or not, your choice) and enjoy the Halloween treats and traditions yourself!

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Features

november 2, 2016

T

ROJANS’ RENDING OPICS

What are your plans for this Halloween?

by Sydney Bradshaw Sydney Bradshaw Photos

Marian Douglas Faculty Department: Chemistry “... The weekend before Halloween I’m going to a Halloween/Birthday party for my very best friend... And then on actual Halloween day… when I finish and get home at 8 o’clock, if there’s still any little kiddies out, I’ll be passing out candy at my door.”

Shannon Nicholson Sophomore Major: Criminal Justice “My boyfriend and I are going to dress up, as Squints and Wendy Peffercorn from The Sandlot, and we’re going to go eat.”

Jessica Olson Sophomore Major: Biology “Probably going to class and then … my RA is doing a reverse trick or treat and if we dress up she’s giving us treats so probably doing that.”

Kevontae Mitchell Junior Major: Nursing “Just going to work and when I get off, hanging out with family and giving out candy to the trick or treaters in the neighborhood.”

STRUGGLE e h T

is REAL

Can I hold $20?

by Adrian Miller I was awoken yesterday morning by an emergency phone call. After a close friend told me about the first of a string of events that exemplifies having a bad day, he asked if he could hold $20. He explained that his gas bill was past due and it was his last day to make a payment. In the midst of him asking me, he pulled up to his front door to see a shut off notice for his water bill. Unfortunately, I was not able to assist my friend in his financial plight because; the struggle is real.

America’s financial ideology is called capitalism. Capitalism describes free enterprise, which says everybody is able to create their own wealth in this so called land of milk and honey. But let me be the first to say that sometimes that milk is spoiled and the honey is kind of bitter. Plenty of mornings I have woken in a disarray, worrying about how I would economically maneuver through the day, through the week, and through the month!

Being a full time college student is a hard job. Having that internal debate between gas or food is a realization for many of us; the struggle is real! We’re told to go to school, get an education and find a good paying job. But one thing a lot of us are not taught is how to appropriate our earnings compared to our expenses or in Layman’s terms, budget our income.

Financial literacy is important for all households to understand and discuss.

Whether it is the lower, middle or upper class, financial difficulties are a topic of concern.

But most households do not possess the financial adequacy to discuss long term management of money. Juggling the cost of rent or mortgage, house repairs, car notes and maintenance, utilities, food, children, vacations

and leisure and all other household expenses is a complicated task. But what is amazing is the lack of education we receive on financial literacy.

We take numerous classes in our educational journey before graduating from high school.

Undergraduate courses tack on more learning about previously acquired knowledge. Graduate studies incorporate that acquired knowledge and apply it to a specified field. But in over 20 or more years of constant schooling, we never hear a teacher say “Good morning class, this is your first day of financial education 101.”

Financial literacy should be taught within the household. Most young adults enter the economic markets financially illiterate. But what compounds the problem even worse is the amount of debt we accumulate before entering the workforce.

Sixty-eight percent of students who graduate from college have student debt. Credit card and student loan industries prey upon college students like cheetahs on a gazelle.

Add to that the fact that the majority have not been taught the right applications of financial knowledge, and we end up with a situation that leaves households (as well as our country) in an insurmountable amount of debt.

So before you go spending that refund check on the latest pair of shoes, the most slaying outfit or that down payment on a new car, first determine needs from wants. Try to save some of it in an interesting bearing account. Make a budget and do your best to stick to it. Understand the long term effects of credit purchases, and how to make smart choices with money. Build an emergency fund with at least $500. Basically, just do your best to ensure you won’t ever have to ask, “can I hold $20?”

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entertainment

november 2, 2016

Local Artist Spotlight: Shanelle Harris

kind of kick for a while before I got into it,” Harris said.

Despite the fact she never thought makeup would have a huge impact on her life to help others, it surely did.

Harris talked about her experience on how she learned how to apply makeup on herself, as well as others. She explained that her mom was her teacher, along with watching YouTube tutorials, and reading articles.

“My mom is an ex-Mary Kay Shanelle Harris photos saleswoman so she had years of experience of makeup application

by Whitney Bryson and knowing what looked right Shanelle Harris is a Little and what worked. So she kind of Rock native who loves makeup. taught me the basics,” she said.

She said she became interested “My evolvement I would have to in makeup at the ages between say came from watching tutori16 and 17 years old. als on YouTube and Instagram “I was on this, I’m naturally and reading article after article. beautiful, I don’t need makeup,

Second Annual Naturally Hurd Hair Event

by Whitney Bryson Nov. 6 Have You ??? Unhurd Conversations will host their second annual Naturally Hurd Hair event.

The Naturally Hurd Hair event will be at the Maumelle Event Cenetr at 10910 Maumelle Blvd in North Little Rock.

This event celebrates women who embrace the various textures of their hair. The event will feature educational workshops, professional stylists, panel discussions fashion, fitness, and more.

Special vendors include Bag It Up Boutique, Clutch Mi, Demi Rose and much more.

The event will be from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and prices of tickets range from $15 to $35.

For more information, contact Merica Profit at (501) 317-0088 or email at info@unhurdconversations. com.

There’s really a lot more to it than most people would think.

When it comes to doing makeup on others, it’s kind of a learn as you go thing. No two faces are the same so what works for one client may not work for the other.”

Though Harris had no problems finding the tools she needed to help perfect her skills, like anyone else she still had a few reservations about her work and at times she became a little discouraged.

“I still have doubts even though my skill set is levels above where it once was,” she said. “Sometimes what you view as beautiful…may not be what other people will like or what your client likes. So in those moments you have to step back,

reassess, take your clients wishes into consideration and make it work for the both of you.”

Harris may still have a few doubts at times but overall she says she enjoys being a makeup artist. She likes being able to educate her clients on trends and products that will best fit their needs.

“My favorite part would have to be the inspirational undertone of it. I’ve met many women who feel like they won’t look good in makeup or didn’t know they could pull off a certain lipstick or eye shadow combination,” she said. “I can actively educate my clients… whether that’s through one-onone hands on teaching or through personalized glam consulting at Sephora or Ulta, I love to be that valuable resource for my clients.”

While Harris spends much of her time continuously assisting her clients with their makeup needs, she wants people to know that makeup should be fun. And that in order to get better at it, you must practice.

“Practice, Practice, Practice. I cannot stress that enough…Why? Because in order to get better at something, you have to stay on it and practice,” she said.

Currently, Harris is focused on obtaining a degree in mass communication with an emphasis in Strategic Communications and Public Relations at the UALR. “Makeup will always be a passion and I will always be willing to do it on the side. If I can swing both, I definitely will,” she said.

‘The Wiz’ at the Weekend Theater November 4, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13 Ease on down the road to see “The Wiz.” “The Wiz” will be playing at the Weekend Theater located downtown at 1001 W. Seventh St. Curtain time for Friday’s and Saturday’s is 7:30 p.m. and curtain time for Sunday will be 2:30 p.m.

Ticket prices are $16 for students and seniors and $20 for adults.

For more information, contact James Morris at (501) 3743761 or email info@ weekendtheater.org.

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entertainment

november 2, 2016

Kevin Hart’s stand-up routine hits the big screen

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by Kolton Rutherford Kevin Hart’s What Now is a hilarious combination of stand-up comedy and traditional cinema. The well-known comedian’s routine, filmed live at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, accompanies an all-star cast to create a unique movie experience.

While Hart is the true headliner of What Now , he is joined by film stars Halle Berry (Monster’s Ball) and Don Cheadle (Hotel Rwanda). Ed Helms (The Office) even makes a cameo appearance. The movie interlaces bits of theatrical action with the complete live comedy show from Hart.

The film begins with the appearance of “A gent 0054,” or Hart, only hours

away from his live show, meeting Berry outside of a hotel. After a particularly funny exchange, Hart and Berry proceed into the hotel and play a game of poker with several others, including Don Cheadle.

After an argument, which leads to Cheadle’s exit from the premises, Hart and Berry leave the game and complete their “mission,” finishing just in time for Hart to take the stage in Philadelphia.

From there, Hart goes through his routine, never allowing the audience a chance to catch their breath from endless laughter. Hart engages the audience with body language, facial expressions, and graphics accompanying his routine.

After the routine ends and Hart exits, A gent 0054 and Berry leave the stadium in a helicopter, with Hart promising more to come.

What Now , while confusing at the beginning, is a movie you will not regret seeing. Hilarious and clever, Hart’s routine covers a variety of topics from pop culture to his personal life.

The presence of other wellknown cast members help advance the mini-plot within the routine and adds entertainment value. Naturally, the film isn’t family friendly and is intended for adult audiences (Rated R).

You might think a comedy routine would be uninteresting on the big screen, but Hart’s What Now will change your mind. By the end, it’ll leave you wanting more.

Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support UALR Forum. Come in to the Chipotle at 100 S. University Ave. in Little Rock on Wednesday, November 2nd between 11:00am and 9:30pm.

Bring in this flyer, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you’re supporting the cause to make sure that 50% of the proceeds will be donated to UALR Forum.

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sports

november 2, 2016

Little Rock soccer makes history

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by Brian Gregory The Little Rock Trojans finished regular season conference by making history at home.

The Trojans defeated Georgia Southern 3-0 and Troy 2-0 on Friday, October 21st and Sunday 23rd. The first win clinched the Trojans a spot in the conference tournament and the second gave them their highest seed ever, at third. This is improvement from last year seeding at fifth. Little

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Rock has now earned a spot in the Sun Belt conference tournament for the fourth straight year.

On Friday, the Trojans controlled the entire game. There were two first half goals scored by forward Arola Aparicio and defender/forward Sairra Tucker after the Trojans used precise passing and lots of ball control to break down Georgia Southern Eagles’ defense. Aparicio’s goal

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was scored in the 11th minute after midfielder Mikayla Uyokpeyi made a long pass up the middle field. Tucker’s goal came off a corner kick from Caitlyn Eddy in the 37th minute of the game. Eddy scored her own goal after some nice passing from forwards Shannon Shields and Fali Garuba. When asked about his team’s good play over the past couple of weeks Head Coach Adrian Blewitt said, “Overall we

record of 11 wins and also earned their highest conference win total at six. Their win over Troy also marked their first win against them since 2008.

Midfielder Doro Greulich scored the first goal in the 36th minute during the first half. Uyokpeyi added an insurance goal in the 50th minute of an assist from Garuba. This was another game were the Trojans were able to control the entire game from start to finish. Coach Blewitt said that the win solidified everything that the Trojans had been doing for the last couple of weeks. This game marked the sixth straight game were the Trojans did not record a loss and it was the third straight win for the Trojans.

Little Rock begins the conferlrtrojans.com stats ence tournament as the number have been a lot more relaxed… three seed and will play against there’s just a more relaxed Louisiana Monroe on Tuesday, atmosphere for both players and November 2nd in Foley, Alacoaches. We are enjoying what bama. They are behind South we are doing.” Against Georgia Alabama and Coastal Carolina Southern, the Trojans outshot respectively. If they win on them 17-8 and had a 9-4 edge in Tuesday, the Trojans will play shots on goal. the winner of Coastal CarolinaOn Sunday, the Trojans again Arkansas State. The Trojans controlled the entire game with defeated the Red Wolves 2-0 at goalie Sara Small recording her home, and tied Coastal Carolina sixth shutout of the season. The 2-2 on the road. Their first game win on Sunday tied the program will be on ESPN3 at 1 pm.

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sports

november 2, 2016

Mixed bag for Trojans volleyball in 2 match homestand

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by Kolton Rutherford Friday and Saturday, the Trojans Volleyball team faced off against Troy and South Alabama at the Jack Stephens Center. Friday night, Little Rock played Troy (6-19) and won 3 sets to 1, improving their record to 9-13. Against South Alabama (13-9) on Saturday night, the Trojans lost by the same scoreline, 1 set to 3.

In front of a crowd of 350 on Friday night, the Trojans began their match against Troy by swapping points early, tied 7-7.

Little Rock then took control of the first set, scoring 6 straight points. After a few more tense points, the Trojans managed to take the first set, winning it 25-23.

Troy regrouped and came out of the break firing on all cylin-

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ders. Troy took a 15-11 lead and continued their strong play, winning the second set 25-19.

In the third set, the teams traded points for the first half, with Little Rock leading 11-10.

The Trojans then put their foot on the gas, not letting up, taking the third set by an identical 25-19 score.

Little Rock’s strong play in the third set carried over into the 4th and deciding set. The Trojans dominated the final set, never allowing Troy a chance to gain a foothold and won the final set 25-13, taking the match 3-1.

In the win, several Little Rock players played well.

Sophomore Taylor Lindberg led the team with 33 assists. Senior Edina Selimovic led the team with 11 blocks, while fellow senior Kelsey Leech led the team

with 23 digs.

In the second and final game of the weekend for Trojan volleyball, they took on South Alabama in front of a crowd of 385. In the first set, Little Rock dominated, holding a lead as high as 22-11. The Trojans ended up winning the first set 25-15 and the outlook of the match looked promising.

South Alabama took a lead early in the second set and never gave it up, frustrating Little Rock just as the Trojans had done in the previous set.

South Alabama ended up winning the second set 25-16.

The first 17 points of the third set were tense, with South Alabama only holding a 14-13 lead. The Jaguars took control from there, scoring 5 straight points, to take a 19-13

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lead. Little Rock attempted a comeback, but couldn’t make up the points, losing the third set, 25-21.

With Little Rock down two sets to one, a fourth set win was necessary for Little Rock. South Alabama took a lead of 16-10, but the Trojans came back, eventually tying the set at 24. With both teams needing a two point margin to win, the Jaguars scored two straight points to take the fourth and final set, 26-24, winning the match 3-1, dropping Little Rock’s record to 9-14.

Overall, the weekend’s matches were a mixed bag, with Little Rock winning one and losing one.

Next up, Little Rock has a threegame road trip, playing matches against Arkansas State, Georgia State, and Georgia Southern.

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Isabelle Finzen

NFL

hypocrisy

is nothing new

by Brian Gregory

The National Football League is now in its seventh week in the season, but it wouldn’t be a season in the NFL without controversy and hypocrisy running rampant throughout the league. The first problem is that the league has been lacking in ratings. Many say that it’s because of the protest of Colin Kaepernick and other players during the national anthem. There has been #NFLBoycott trending on Facebook and Twitter, because some feel it is disrespectful to kneel during the national anthem. The hot take is to say that it’s because of this. This isn’t the case.

The real problem is that the league’s rules and regulations in the NFL along with poor play are hurt-

ing the quality of the game.

When you penalize players for celebrating that’s a turnoff. When you tell teams they can’t post their own highlights on social media, that’s a turn-off. If and when players are fined because they wear the wrong shoes that’s a turn-off.

The NFL has been setting themselves up for low ratings for years. Also, the quality of play has depreciated because the amount of time that can be spent in practice in full pads, etc. has diminished.

College football’s product is so much better than the NFL’s and while I am still an NFL fan, I would rather watch a college game than a National Football League game.

The other hypocritical aspect of the game is what happens off the field. There is another major issue with an NFL player committing an act of domestic violence. Josh Brown got one game for hitting and abusing his wife.

Greg Hardy got four and he has shown no remorse what-

soever. Ray Rice he apologized and hasn’t been back in the NFL since. Brown has not apologized, and the only reason why people are now getting outraged that he is now suspended by the Giants is because new information came out. The NFL proves again that, whether it’s the Giants or the league itself, they were never serious about domestic violence.

If you are a great player you can do whatever you want, serve your suspension and be done. How do you suspend somebody more for weed than you do domestic violence? Not that I encourage smoking it, but come on domestic violence is so much worse than smoking weed.

Every player that commits an act of domestic violence should be suspended for one year. But the NFL only cares about their bottom dollar, and they will put on a face that looks like they care, but they really do not care at all.

by Talia Winkler The Trojan Swimming and Diving teams’ season is in full effect. The team is still early in its’ long season, and Isabelle Finzen, an 18-year-old freshman, is already making waves in Little Rock.

Finzen was born in Urbandale, Iowa, but grew up in Kansas City, Kan. Finzen has been swimming since she was 3 years old, but did not start taking competing seriously until she was 9 years old. Finzen continued to compete through high school, while attending Blue Valley Southwest High School, in Overland Park, Kan. By the time she was ready to attend college, Finzen had a plethora of choices but ultimately decided upon Little Rock.

“I had a recruiting trip, and stayed for 48 hours and I got to stay with the team. I had a host from the team that I stayed with, so I got to really meet the team.

It was a really fun weekend and I fell in love with the coaches,” she said. “When I told my parents I fell in love with them it was kind of a done deal.”

As a freshman in a new city, away from her family, Finzen loves the fact that the process has been made so much easier by the way of friendship and support from her teammates and coaches. “I love the team atmosphere. I haven’t had a team that I have been on that is so close or coaches that care so much.

With Calvin and Amy I can go to them with anything and the girls are such a good support system, so coming in I didn’t feel like a complete outsider for my first year,” she said.

Finzen has settled into life in Little Rock pretty quickly. She lives on campus with 3 of her teammates. “I really like having a second family,” she said. ‘It’s really

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nice to have the comfort of walking into the locker room, or living with your teammates and sisters, they’re there for you, backing you up and cheering you on.”

“Isabelle’s great as far as every day she comes in with 100%, whether she’s got the sniffles or she’s on cloud 9. She comes in and gives us 100% and you know we love to see her hard work pay off,” said head swim and diving coach Amy Burgess. “She’s a great example of what we want for this program, and what it takes to be successful.”

When she isn’t in the water, Finzen enjoys crafting. She loves to monogram things, and says her room is a collection of her DIY work. She admits to being a huge science geek--she is constantly working on homework while traveling back and forth to meets.

After receiving her degree in either chemistry or biology, she wants to attend medical school at KU Medical back in Kansas or possibly stay here at UAMS. After that it will be an internship and then residency, all culminating into a career as an emergency room doctor.

Finzen came to UALR to swim in the butterfly event and started the season right by winning Little Rock’s first 2 event wins of the season. She has already been named swimmer of the week in the Missouri Valley conference which has only been done twice by freshman before her. She is looking forward to the rest of the season, and is excited about what she and her teammates can accomplish.

ELECTION 2016 november 2, 2016

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“So many have become so invested in only the presidential candidates and the contents of their platforms. Not that it isn’t bad to be informed on the people that have the potential to run our country, they forget about local and state issues. In the long run, the areas you are going to feel the most impact from are the issues pertaining to your city, county, state and the people making decisions on those issues. Make sure to educate your-selves on not only the presidential candidates but also local issues and candidates,” junior Sydney Holland said.

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“I am supporting and voting for Hillary Rodham Clinton for President of the United States because she believes in everything that I believe in, in regards to the liberal ideology. I like that she is the very experienced and that both Senator Tim Kaine and Clinton have dedicated their lives to public service. I also think that Hillary has the temperament to be President because she carefully plans out and thinks through every decision that she makes. I think the former Secretary of State will do a great job as the 45th President of the United States,” sophomore Makell Swinney said.

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“I support Trump on the issues. Healthcare, immigration, veteran care, law enforcement, taxes, and job creation are just a few of the issues I side with Trump on. Trade is another issue that I agree with Trump on; America loses money on trade and needs to start winning again. Trump also wants to change the rigged voting system and make it fair and accurate. I agree that many elections are rigged at various locations. In the end, I have to pick the candidate who I agree the most with,” freshman Cody Smith said.

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