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Local school deals Nazi-killing game Tesla offers help Title IX, contraceptives with violent threat upsets community to Puerto Rico policy change by Trump West Monroe High School increased security Friday after officials heard of a student making violent threats. According to The News-Star, the student has been identified and will be seen by a school psychologist and law enforcement. The student was not at school on Friday after allegedly making the violent threats on Thursday, according to Ouachita Parish School superintendent Don Coker. West Monroe High School principal Shelby Ainsworth released a statement Friday detailing the actions the school is taking. "Please be aware there is a concern circulating that one of our students allegedly stated he intended to cause harm to another student,” Ainsworth said. “There is no apparent danger. The situation is still being investigated.”
A videogame has angered people for its anti-Nazi stance. “Wolfenstein 2: The New Colossus,” is releasing later this month. A recent tweet promoting the game featured a caption saying, “Make America Nazi-Free Again. #NoMoreNazis #Wolf2.” The caption was joined by a short trailer for the game which showed heavilyarmored Nazi soldiers. According to newsweek.com, some people were upset by the slogans saying the game’s creator, Bethesda Softworks, was using a liberal style slogan. The recent rally in Charlottesville, Va., featured Nazis chanting slogans and uniting under a theme of “Uniting the Right.” The “Wolfenstein” series has always featured the killing of Nazis. The newest game will be released on October 27.
Elon Musk has offered to rebuild Puerto Rico’s power grid. Musk, the CEO and product architect of Tesla, was asked by a Twitter user if he could use Tesla’s solar and battery systems to rebuild the electric grid on the island. Musk expressed interest and confirmed that Tesla has done projects like this before on other islands. “The Tesla team has done this for many smaller islands around the world, but there is no scalability limit, so it can be done for Puerto Rico too. Such a decision would be in the hands of the PR govt, PUC, any commercial stakeholders and, most importantly, the people of PR.” According to jalopnik.com, Puerto Rico seems interested in the proposed deal, and Tesla is moving forward with sending resources to the U.S. territory. d
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“When the whole world is silent, one voice becomes powerful.” Malala Yousafzai Pakistani Human Rights Activist
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MCT-Employers can now refuse to pay for contraceptives due to religious or moral beliefs. Friday, the Trump administration announced the change in policy that would also affect the way transgender workers and students would be protected under Title IX. The Trump administration said they want to protect those businesses who have a problem paying for contraceptives. In regards to the Title IX modification, the meaning of the word “sex” is up for debate. Obama-era lawyers said this definition would be used to protect people based on sexual orientation or gender identity, but the Trump administration is using the older definition of the word, meaning “man” or “woman.” The law change concerning Title IX has not been changed yet.
photo by Prajal Prasai Joshua Dipuma (front) and Cory Atkinson (back) flex down the runway during the annual style show last week.
1876: 1st 2-way telephone conversation, 1st over outdoor wires. 1888: Washington Monument opens for public admittance. 1941: U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt approves an atomic program - beginning of the Manhattan project. 1961: NY Yankees beat Cincinnati Reds, 4 games to 1 in 58th World Series. 1968: 2,000 students from Queen's University Belfast try to march to Belfast City Hall in protest against 'police brutality. 1986: "Phantom of the Opera" premeires in London. 2006: North Korea allegedly tests its first nuclear device. 2012: Women's rights and education activist Malala Yousafzai is shot three times by a Taliban gunman as she tried to board her school bus in Swat district of northwest Pakistan.
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Hurricane Nate hits land in Louisiana, Mississppi The Gulf Coast was hit by yet another hurricane. Hurricane Nate, a Category 1 storm, hit the southeastern border of Louisiana on the LouisianaMississippi border Saturday night. According to KNOE 8 News, Governor John Bel Edwards urged people to get to shelter by 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon in preparation for the storm. Nate, which hit around 7 p.m. Saturday night, brought 85 mph winds and heavy rainfall.
The storm hit at the mouth of the Mississippi River and is predicted to travel in a northeastern direction. The Louisiana National Guard has mobilized 1,300 troops and readied high-water vehicles and boats to help people who need to be rescued. Edwards also said President Trump has assured him that federal assistance will be ready to help. The National Guard will need those boats since the
water levels are expected to be around 11 inches in some areas due to the storm surge, according to The Weather Channel. Rainfall flooding is expected to reach as high as 10 inches in parts of Mississippi and Alabama with Louisiana only getting around three inches at most. Hurricane Nate is expected to impact states as far north as Pennsylvania as it dies out on Monday.
Monroe water clear of brain-eating amoeba In late June of 2017, the North Monroe water system tested positive for Naegleria fowleri amoeba, or braineating amoeba. Greater Ouachita Water Company worked with the Louisiana Department of Health to issue a chlorine flush of the water system to remedy the problem, this being the industry standard procedure to address this situation. This chlorine flush did not pose a health risk and met Environmental Protection
Agency standards for safe drinking water. According to the LDH, the water system in North Monroe no longer tests positive for the amoeba. In an interview with The News-Star, GOWC Secretary Philip McQueen said, “We appreciate the patience and understanding of residents as we took the necessary steps to treat the situation. We regret any inconvenience, and we are committed to providing our customers with safe drinking water.� With the amoeba gone,
the chlorine used during the flush will be replaced with the standard chloramine treatment. Over the next several days, residents in the North Monroe Water System may notice slight taste or color differences in their water as the chlorine in it transitions back to chloramine. Greater Ouachita Water Company customers with questions about any past, current or planned chlorine flushes are encouraged to call 318-322-3741.
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Puerto Rico has aid, no way to distribute it Alfonzo Galvan
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Hurricane Maria, a Category 4 storm, hit the island of Puerto Rico on a Wednesday morning almost three weeks ago. This hurricane was the strongest storm to hit Puerto Rico in over 85 years. The storm pummeled the island with 155 mph winds. Maria caused billions of dollars’ worth of damage. Nearly three weeks later, almost the entire island is still left without power, and the locals are left to fend for themselves. Immediately after the storm passed, the Puerto Ricans began to rebuild. During this time, the island began asking for aid. But the aid would take a while to finally reach them. Access to clean water is a luxury to most, and the locals are growing anxious for help, especially from the U.S. Social media has been highlighting the issues in Puerto Rico. Footage has appeared of hospitals in need, buildings in
disrepair and people in distress. Everyone has been asking, “Where is the aid?” The U.S. and President Trump are taking the majority of the heat. San Juan’s mayor, Carmen Yulin Cruz, was the first to speak up. In an emotional address mainly directed at President Trump, the mayor begged for help. Trump, when first asked about the aid for Puerto Rico, named the surrounding water as a logistical issue in getting aid to the island. The real reason surfaced later. Shipping containers full of supplies and aid were reported in the Port of San Juan. Apparently, aid has arrived. The problem is there’s no available way to distribute it. The island’s heavily damaged infrastructure makes it hard to transport goods outside of San Juan. Truck drivers are scarce. A representative of Puerto Rico’s governor stated only 20 percent of truck drivers have made it back to work. Organizing the distribution of aid is another problem. Many cell towers and power plants are still down, making communication difficult. Many fuel stations outside of San Juan have yet to be replenished with fuel. Without a way to distribute aid beyond San Juan, the Puerto Ricans
outside the city will have to wait even longer as aid begins pouring in. My point is this: Three weeks after Hurricane Maria, aid is being distributed in Puerto Rico, just not quickly enough. Government officials and relief efforts are still struggling with distribution. The island’s infrastructure is the main culprit behind the lagging aid, not the U.S. government. The rebuilding of the island’s roads and bridges should be the main task for those outside of San Juan. With a stable infrastructure, the distribution of aid via trucks is more plausible. Also, working on getting power and clean water to rural communities is a must. Since those in rural communities will be the last to receive aid, electricity and clean water should be restored for them the quickest. Although Puerto Rico has received significant aid and will continue to do so, the distribution of said aid is the bigger issue at hand for them. As locals grow impatient with the government, the only real thing many of them can do is continue waiting and help where they are needed until the aid arrives. contact Alfonzo Galvan at galvana@warhawks.ulm.edu
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While thousands are murdered, the world looks on in silence Milan Katuwal We should have no place for hatred. Every life on Earth deserves a better ground on which to live and prosper. If everyone has an equal right to life, then why don’t the Rohingyas have it too? If humanity is alive, the world should not be sleeping on this situation. Hundreds of thousands of Rohingya Muslims have fled to Bangladesh amid a militant crackdown on insurgents in the
western Rakhine state in Myanmar – formerly Burma. The military drive, praised by their government as a part of a clearance operation to liquidate insurgents, is condemned as an act of ethnic cleansing by the United Nations and is totally unacceptable to me and mankind. The widespread rape, torture, disappearance, violence and inhumanity is a dark stain on our human rights record, and the wave of displacement is unprecedented. Rohingya Muslims are one of the most marginalized minorities of the predominantly Buddhist country Myanmar. They are denied acceptance as citizens of the nation and are considered to be illegal immigrants from Bangladesh. In my opinion, the inhumane outbreak of the Burmese military at
the innocent civilians symbolizes a state of communal violence. It has been allowed to simmer and, at times, can ignite regional shortcomings. The subjugation of the Rohingya people has been a dominant crunch in Southeast Asia. In fact, the 10-member Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) never seem to criticize one another’s internal affairs. But the current situation seeks some strident criticism and diplomatic approach to settle down the issues in the region, so that the regional integrity and peace that contributes to the solidarity of the entire world may continue. The world cannot sit by and observe a silent genocide taking place. In fact, it should be a common matter of concern to the
global community that needs to be settled with a firm international response. Furthermore, a regional taskforce could be created to trigger such a movement. The silence of the nation’s counselor, Aung San Suu Kyi, over these mass atrocities has been publicly criticized by world leaders. Kyi was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1991 for her movement in support of democracy and is now being accused of doing virtually nothing to stop the ongoing violence in her country. This prize is given to those who give their utmost for the world peace, and I believe that the laureates should keep those peaceful values until their last days. Traumatized by the military terror, 40 percent of the Rohingya villages are now empty, and the tons of refugees fleeing to Bangladesh
are sure to create chaos. The Bangladesh government has planned to build camps for 400,000 Rohingya Muslim victims, but I don’t think that a South Asian country whose own economy is already broke would be able to take care of so many refugees for a sustainable period of time. Despite all odds, the efforts of Bangladesh to help victimized Rohingya community is praiseworthy. However, they need equal support at international levels, as well. The Myanmar government should also be promising to settle the violence soon, restore peace, take the refugees back to where they belong and help the issue get settled. contact Milan Katuwal at katuwam@warhawks.ulm.edu
Sexual assault in the U.S. is still too high
What is sexual assault? It’s forced sexual activity that the assaulted individual did not consent too. It includes not only rape, but attempted rape, as well. Did you know that one in five women in college has or will experience a type of sexual assault? One in 16 men will experience this, as well. Sexual harassment does not discriminate against age, gender or social wellbeing. It can happen to you, your best friend or the guy you sit beside in class.
More than 90 percent of these attacks are undocumented and go unreported. With the Clery Act, colleges are required to report all forms of crimes that take place on campus grounds. The Clery Act was signed in 1990 to prevent more cases like Jeanne Clery’s from happening. Jeanne, who was 19 years old, was raped and murdered in her dorm room at Lehigh University. The act provides transparency around campus crime policies and statistics. It requires colleges to understand what the law entitles, where the responsibilities lie and what they can do to keep their campus safe. Some colleges actually make sexual harassment training courses mandatory if you work on campus, and some create public awareness to educate students on rape culture. For example, last fall the University of Kansas took aim at a sexual assault myth with an
exhibited titled, “What Were You Wearing?” It was named after a question that so many survivors of sexual assault are asked. It was a kind of pop-up gallery that took a different view by showing what the survivors were wearing at the time of their attack. None of these outfits welcomed assault. With each outfit, the viewers could also see a small story each survivor wrote. There were t-shirts and khakis, a bright red mini dress and a few child-sized sundresses. This gallery of clothing showed that assault can happen at any time, on any occasion and to anyone. Although the harassment rate has been cut in half since 1993, it is an issue that is still too common, and it is hardly dealt with enough punishment. Rape is not part of the college experience, nor should it be an experience for anyone. Most recently, 62 percent of female students and 61 percent of
male students reported having been victims of this form of mistreatment, though the majority of these acts are not reported, because they believe there is no one they can trust to help with their situation. Survivors of these assaults can face a large obstacle to break through the long-term and shortterm effects of rape or attempted rape. Physical wounds can consist of bruising, bleeding, intense soreness and broken or dislocated bones. They can even receive sexually transmitted diseases or infections. Rape could possibly lead to an unwanted pregnancy. There are many mental and emotional wounds, as well. Survivors often experience PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder) which includes flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and uncontrollable thoughts with negative influences. Just one touch on their shoulder could cause PTSD to come into
• One in five women in college are sexually assaulted.
action. They can experience feelings like depression with hopelessness and continuous sadness. They might ask themselves, “Why did it happen to me?” or “What is wrong with me?” They might even blame themselves. Anyone who has gone through a traumatic event like this needs to understand that it is never their fault. Unchecked negative emotions could result in suicide or attempted suicide. There are support groups and help lines that can help guide anyone through this dark period by giving constant support and positive actions to show that they are not alone and they are important. Rape recovery is possible, though it can be a time-consuming process that requires maximum effort. That’s why access to help and awareness campaigns like the one at the University of Kansas are so important. It might save a life. contact Hope Stapleton at staplehr@warhawks.ulm.edu
Sexual • One in 16 men in college are sexually assaulted. 5 percent of sexual assaults on college campuses are ever reported. Assault • • Only About 28 percent of rapes are committed by a stranger. Facts • Only 2 percent of all sexual assault charges are determined to be false.
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PLACE OF LEARNING: The grand opening ceremonies for the current university library were held on April 30, 1999.
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Trespassing: Repeat offender strikes the ULM library by Alfonzo Galvan An Arkansas woman was arrested in the campus library on September 20. According to the arrest affidavit, the woman started walking around and became increasingly loud. The woman, described as an older black female who didn’t appear to be a student, was reportedly talking to herself loudly and disturbing students. The library manager recognized the woman as someone who had previously been banned from the ULM library and campus. When the disturbances continued and she began bothering students, the library manager decided to call University Police. A suspicious person complaint was issued, and UPD arrived at the library to investigate. The UPD officers arrived at the library at 7 p.m. to investigate the issue. When questioned by UPD, the suspect was noncompliant and refused to identify herself. “Ask the mayor or governor” and “ain’t your damn business,” were the suspect’s responses
when police asked for her name. “I saw a cop walking a lady out of the library,” said Stephen Fuselier, a senior communication major who works at the library and witnessed the events. Since she wasn’t handcuffed until she got out of the library, Fuselier didn’t think much of the incident until he heard about the arrest days later. Also, no Warhawk Alerts were sent out to students even though it was later revealed that this wasn’t the suspect’s first time trespassing on campus. The arrest affidavit identified the suspect as Brenda Lee Jones, 48, of Pine Bluff, Ark. Jones had previously been arrested for similar actions in July and was subsequently banned from campus. Jones was arrested for criminal trespassing and resisting an officer by failure to identify. She was booked into Ouachita Correctional Center. Her bail was set at $950. contact Alfonzo Galvan at galvana@warhawks.ulm.edu
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MUGSHOT: Brenda Lee Jones OCC mugshot.
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TALONS OUT IN D.C.: SGA officers posing with their talons out in a photo with Representative Ralph Abraham.
SGA tours Capitol, visits national monuments Officers learn at conference by Alan Rawles The ULM Student Government Association (SGA) is looking to improve its effectiveness on campus. To do this, they went to the seat of the U.S. Government to learn new techniques and study American history. SGA officers Bryce Bordelon, Joey Walker, Ellen Ingram and Cody Crnkovik traveled to Washington D.C. along with many other college SGAs to the American Student Government Association (ASGA) conference to improve their roles on campus. Though they were in D.C. to learn, the four officers and Meagan Lee, the associate coordinator for Student Life, also took time to tour the nation’s capital. The tour included a special surprise from Congressman Ralph
Abraham, who invited the SGA members to tour the Capitol building. While at the Capitol, the SGA members were able to see the return of Louisiana Senator Steve Scalise, who had Bordelon been shot at a baseball game in June. Bordelon, a senior construction management major and the president of SGA, was happy to see all the members of Congress unite over Scalise’s return. “Everybody put their differences aside, you know, no political parties, just, you know, that was nice,” Bordelon said. Ingram, a junior biology major and secretary of SGA, was surprised to see the reaction from both sides of Congress when Scalise returned. “I’ve never seen people clap for so long,” she said. “They clapped, they cheered, they made noises; it was
quite something.” The SGA officers also visited various Smithsonian museums and monuments around the city. The group rented bikes to travel from one building to the other.
“Everybody put their differences aside, you know, that was nice.”
Bryce Bordelon SGA President
The officers rode through the National Mall and stopped at museums such as the Holocaust Museum and memorials such as the Lincoln Memorial and the Jefferson Memorial. The bike ride was tiring, according to Ingram, who said she wasn’t much
of a bike rider, but she was glad she was able to experience the city. “The conference was set up to where we had a half a day to tour each day,” Ingram said. During the parts of the day they spent at the conference, the officers attended workshop sessions and networked with other schools. One of the sessions helped SGA members learn more about how to promote campus elections. Bordelon said this was one of the key lessons he learned at the ASGA conference. “The amount of students we have voting on our elections is above the national average,” Bordelon said. “The more students that vote, the better representation of the student body is heard.” ULM’s election turnout is 11 to 12 percent of the student body compared to the average of three percent, according to Walker, a junior risk management and insurance major and vice president of SGA. Along with election turnout im-
provements, the SGA officers spoke with vendors and are trying to continue offering campus improvements. One of those improvements includes a portable charging station for phones and tablets. The charging station not only allows students to charge their phones without a cord, it can be moved to different areas depending on what events may be taking place. Crnkovik, a senior biology major and the treasurer for SGA, said he has not seen SGA moving fast with their projects in recent years. He hopes that Crnkovik will change this semester. “This year we are trying to get everything rolling as quickly as we can so that we can see change happen,” Crnkovik said. contact Alan Rawles at rawlesar@warhawks.ulm.edu
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UBER now in Monroe, students could benefit by Madison Bryan Monroe, La. has just opened the doors to Uber, a transportation company that has been steadily gaining popularity in recent years. Uber is a ride-sharing service that provides customers comfort by allowing its employees to use their own clean, personal vehicles. This company is run through an app anyone can download on their smartphone. In this app, one can conveniently request an Uber ride by just entering a credit card number and some other information such as name, phone number and email account. Once an account has been created, the Uber app will display a map of the area and ask where the customer wants to travel. From there, the app finds the closest driver. The app will show what the driver looks like, what kind of car they drive and any ratings they have been given by previous customers. The system is fully operational in the area, as students are already taking advantage of the opportunity. Amily Ho, a junior accounting major said, “It was a smooth ride, a lot safer than I expected. It helps when you do not have a vehicle. It is also cheaper than taxis that have a minimum of ten dollars regardless of the dis-
tance and could really help cut down on drunk driving.” Uber drivers can make an average of six dollars per ride, which is a nice start for any college students looking to make some extra money. Jeremy, a local Uber driver stated, “the hiring process is very simple and easy with very few steps. Even though there is not much income at the moment, I am sure things will pick up soon.” The application process is simple. Perspective drivers can use the app to apply by inputting some basic information, send in a picture of their license plate, insurance card and inspection sticker. They also have to pass a background check. This also has the possibility to help with limited parking spots on campus, which students have said is a significant issue for commuters. With more Uber drivers in the area, more students can carpool and split tickets on the app. Overall, the Monroe community seems excited to have this new company in the area. Phillip Pham, a junior biology pre-med major said, “It is really interesting that Uber has expanded to our homely town of Monroe. I am excited to see what new additions there will be in the coming years now that we are modernizing the area.” contact Madison Byan at bryanml@warhawks.ulm.edu
ULM organizations unite for 1st fall Health Festival by Pujan Dahal The Global Ambassadors partnered with the university health organizations and departments to conduct the first Warhawks Fall Health Festival. Sangya Sharma, a junior biology major and also the health and wellness chairperson of Global Ambassadors, talked about the importance of this event. “Health Awareness is key for all students, especially the international students,” Sharma said. “This health fair was an attempt to address any health concerns and educate the students on how to adopt healthy habits.” Global Ambassadors partnered with the ULM School of Nursing, ULM Speech Language Pathology, ULM Health Studies and ULM Student National Pharmaceutical Association to coordinate the event. They also invited University Health Conway, a state-funded government hospital and part of the LSU Health system. President Nick Bruno also came to the event. The health fair, which was held at the International Student Center, was attended by approximately 106 students. There were about 30 booths which had interactive Photo by Prajal Prasai demonstrations for students to get better knowledge SUGAR LEVELS: Manzil Rayamajhi getting his blood sugar levels checked at the first of the health-related issues. “Many of the booths had visual displays and comHealth Festival last week.
plimentary personal items to take. Some even had mannequins for demonstrations,” Sharma said. Students made their way through the kiosks as they learned about various health related issues. Sharma said some of the booths highlighted topics such as healthier eating, exercise, stress management, blood glucose and blood pressure screenings. Shannon Lavergne, a third-year pharmacy student, had an operational immunization stall at the health fair. She said that students are very prone to catching infections. “I think it’s important for students to know about the health-related issues to spread awareness to other students.” Lavergne, who wants to be a clinical pharmacist, said the fair was more of a practice for her. “We talk to all ages; let them know about various virus,” Lavergne said. “I can reciprocate what I learn in class to them.” Lavergne said that people do not know about different vaccines because they are not health professionals. Simple vaccines like MMR are required to get into the college, and students might not know about them. She said that ages 19-26 are prone to cancer caused by Human Papilloma, and it’s suggested to get vaccinated. contact Pujan Dahal at dahalp@warhawks.ulm.edu
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KNEEL TOGETHER: Players from the Miami Dolphins (left) and the New Orleans Saints (right) kneel and sit during the singing of the National Anthem.
Photos courtesy MCT Campus
NFL players protest inequality, not National Anthem by Kerrion Henry "The Star-Spangled Banner" has been performed before all sporting event since World War I. But since then, the game has changed. NFL player Colin Kaepernick began his protest for police brutality and equality for all by refusal of standing for the National Anthem. Kaepernick began the protest by sitting on the bench during the anthem during a preseason game in August 2016, he was playing for the San Francisco 49ers. It didn’t take much for it to grasp the attention of the viewers. Kaepernick has faced adverse reactions from the government and critics who were disgusted with his action against the Nation Anthem. His protest led to repercussions of not getting signed on any teams for the upcoming football season. Today, the protest is continued by NFL players by kneeling during the National Anthem. NFL protest player, Eric Reid, explained his discussion with Kaepernick before kneeling against the National Anthem by stating, “We could make a more powerful and positive impact on the social justice movement. We
graphics by Siddharth Gaulee
spoke at length about many of the issues that face our community, including systemic oppression against people of color, police brutality and the criminal justice system. We also discussed how we could use our platform, provided to us by being professional athletes in the NFL, to speak for those who
are voiceless.” The President of the United States of America, Donald Trump, is furious and disgusted by the action of the NFL players showing “no respect his his country” by their refusal to stand during the Nation Anthem. He responded to those protestors on twitter
stating, “The issue of kneeling has nothing to do with race. It is about respect for our county, flag and National Anthem. NFL must respect this.” At a political rally to his supporters in Alabama, Trump declared repercussions that any NFL player who does not stand during the National Anthem shall be fired. He said, “Wouldn’t you love to see one of these NFL owners, when somebody disrespects our flag, to say, ‘Get that son of a bitch off the field right now, out, he’s fired!’ You know, some owner is going to do that. He’s gonna say, ‘That guy disrespects our flag, he’s fired.’” Trump's remarks on the protest expanded worldwide as a demonstration to other leagues such as soccer and hockey. Also, it decreased the population of the NFL players to not show up during the Nation Anthem. Students around campus, who are huge fans of the NFL, gave their opinions on this protest. “I believe that the NFL players aren’t protesting the Nation Anthem; they’re protesting against police brutality and inequality throughout the world,” Kassidy Garcia, freshman toxicology major said. contact Kerrion Henry at henrykd@warhawks.ulm.edu
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COOL AND CALM: Katerina Svecova does yoga on a paddleboard.
photo courtesy Katerina Svecova
Katerina Svecova: From ski boards to yoga mats by Sisam Shrestha
home.
Knowledge increases when you share it. Katerina Svecova seems to have really made this saying a part of her life nowadays. Sophomore kinesiology major Svecova is a member of the ULM water ski team. Nowadays, she’s gaining popularity as the yoga instructor at the activity centre.
It doesn’t come as a surprise that Svecova grew a quick liking towards yoga. “The water skiing and the whole sport are very important to me. It sometimes makes us stress and train harder,” Svecova shared. Yoga, for Svecova, is a destresser from intense practices and school. Power yoga, unlike regular yoga, is more focused on flexibity and core strengthening. It may seem a bit intimidating, especially during the first few classes. However, Svecova assured that it only gets better from then on. Svecova was inspired to become a certified instructor because of a yoga instructor at her mother’s aerobics studio. The yoga classes serve as a reminder for her to routinely stretch and practice on her balancing. “My weaknesses are shoulder extension and back
Yoga beginning:
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DEEP BREATHS: Svecova during her yoga class.
Svecova first got into yoga three years ago back in her homeland of Czech Republic. She started with simple headstands and went on to include more muscle exercises after coming across yoga videos on the internet. Ever since then, she has been teaching herself the art of balance through various online videos and books. “Yoga is a necessity. It keeps me in balance,” Svecova said. Svecova plays for the Czech national water ski team and also coaches beginner gymnasts back
Yoga motivation:
bending. I have problem doing bridges. ,” Svecova said. “It’s like practice for me. I’m teaching other people, but I’m also doing yoga by myself.”
Yoga instructor:
Although this is Svecova’s first attempt at teaching yoga, her evening classes have a steady attendance of around eight pupils. “As an instructor, she’s very attentive. She talks us through the steps while reminding us of how and when to breathe in and out,” said Kaile Finies, a junior fine arts major. “I like that because you tend to hold your breath during harder poses.” The versatility of yoga allows different approaches to the same posture. Svecova tries every pose on herself before including it in her class routine. “The best way to learn is teaching oneself. You’ll find your style more easily that way,” Svecova said. Her classes also have frequent attendance from her ski team members who have
been very supportive of her. “It was hard for me to instruct in English. I sometimes get suggestion from my friends who come to the class. I try to be louder, and I’m getting more confident,” she said. Although she sometimes struggles with motivating her pupils right after tiring ski practices, Svecova forgets the pain as soon as class starts.
Yoga advice: “At yoga, you shouldn’t say I want to be where they are. Everyone’s body composition and flexibility is different,” Svecova shared. “Try to take it in your own pace, step by step.” She took up kinesiology to help others in the sports field. Although the national water ski champion has a blooming sports career and a promising college degree, she plans to teach yoga as a side job even after graduation. contact Sisam Shrestha at shrests8@warhawks.ulm.edu
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PROUD HERITAGE: Members of the House of Gordon dressed up in a traditional kilt.
photo by Bailey Lambeth
Annual festival helps young and old talent
by Bailey Lambeth
For those whose closest interaction to the Scottish or Irish culture is watching the Boston Celtics, the Northeast Louisiana Celtic Fest 2017 dispensed an array of information on the Irish culture. Kenneth Gordon, from the House of Gordon, informed visitors about the rich Scottish and Irish culture while dressed in traditional attire. “Oftentimes, people confuse the pattern on our kilts to be plaid. However, it is tartan, following a stricter guideline for its pattern,” Gordon shared. According to Gordon, many U.S. citizens are of Scottish or Irish descent, even Winnie the Pooh.
The festival had various booths featuring stained glass, pottery, traditional Celtic music and food from local vendors. Aiden Warren sold mugs that she had specifically made for the event along with some of her old works. “I have sold a few of the mugs I made for the Celtic Fest, but all of my old ceramics have sold,” said Warren, a senior ceramic major at ULM. Artist Mark Bleakely added color to the festival with his colorful stained glasses. Bleakely got into the art 15 years ago. ULM art professor Brooke Foy also had some of her students participate in the festival.
“My favorite part was being able to occupy the kids’ attention to painting cardboard houses. I was able to enjoy their company and learn about all the cool finds their parents had bought them,” said Hadly Devall, a sophomore prepharmacy major. Inique Harris used the opportunity to display her crocheting talent. “I could not help but feel accomplished when I noticed a little girl eyeing my dolls. Later, she came running back with 25$ her mom had graciously given her to buy one,” shared Harris, a junior painting major.
Alpha Psi and the Baptist Collegiate Ministry. The event was organized to honor Hattie McDaniel, a former member of the Sigma Rho sorority. Teams had to pay an entry fee Williams of $30 which went towards the Hattie McDaniel breast cancer awareness. Statistics also indicate that African American women have a higher breast cancer mortality rate. “I find this event as a good way to be bring fraternity and sorority members and nonmembers together,” said Jihad Allen, a junior
aviation major. “ We come together to spread awareness about breast cancer, which is very prevalent within the African American community.” Apart from raising awareness, the event also served a break from preparing for midterms. “The event isn’t just important for raising money for finding a cure for breast cancer,” said Jimmon Felton, a senior communications major. “It’s a social event for many, especially now that it is midterms, and [people] will most likely be studying instead of socializing.” The game ended with Kappa Alpha Psi defeating Sigma Gamma Rho.
contact Bailey Lambeth at lambetbd@warhawks.ulm.edu
October kicks off breast cancer awareness by Destinee M. Andrews
One in eight US women are likely to develop breast cancer at a certain point in her life, according to breastcancer.org. The Sigma Gamma Rho sorority organized a friendly game of kickball last Thursday to raise awareness about the disease. Akikka Williams lost her grandmother to breast cancer. The event held a special place in her heart. “Hopefully this event will raise awareness of breast cancer and hopefully save the lives of others,” said Williams, a senior psychology major. The event was attended by a range of different sororities, fraternities and affiliated groups such as Kappa
contact Destinee M. Andrews at andrewd@warhawks.ulm.edu
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GO GIRL: Participant walks down the runway at the Career Style Show.
Real life training with walk down the runway by Alfonzo Galvan
The first job interview after college can be very intimidating. Every job interview can be very intimidating when one doesn’t have a clue on the basics of an interview. Fortunately, the Career Style Show last week helped educate young college students on interview 101. The style show, organized by the Career Ambassadors, taught students the proper dress etiquette for job interviews and formal events related to the workplace. It was Career Ambassadors’ first time organizing the show. “Our office (Career Connections) has planned it time after time, I’m super excited for them (Career Ambassadors) to be able to gain these skills,” said Anna Gasperecz, the staff advisor for Career Ambassadors. The show started with a mock interview showing what not to do during an interview. This included not greeting the interviewers, inappropriate handshakes
and improper interview attire. Participants walked down the runway with attires for different formal occasions throughout the show. Participants from the audience were also provided an opportunity to win gift cards from Raisin’ Canes by answering interview-related questions. To cap off the show the runway models were allowed a “Fun-Run” where they could walk down the runway throwing confetti and express their personal style. The winner was picked through audience votes. Freshman kinesiology major Joshua Dipuma took home the victory as the overall winner. “Honestly, I’m shocked. They had a bunch of good guys, so it’s an honor,” Dipuma said. “It was my first time doing it, other students should try it too. It’s anybody’s game.” The show had winners for various categories like career fair, banquet, interview and convention. contact Alfonzo Galvan at galvana@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Twitter shouldn’t have long statuses, 280 characters is a managable limit
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MUSICAL MUSE: Dana Louise performs during the folk concert.
Glorious Birds bring folk to ULM by Hope Stapleton
For the past 13 years, ULM has taken it in to their hands to kick off the annual Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival and honor the Irish festival. This year, a folk music concert in Biedenharn Hall began the annual festival. “Dana Louise and the Glorious Birds” took the center stage along with guest stars from the band “Trout Fishing.” Most of the songs were Louise’s originals that were inspired from her personal experience of falling in love and having a heartbreak soon after. On occasion, the band referred to their songs as a twosongs relation. Some songs started off with very depressing and morbid tunes but were followed by hap-
pier and hopeful songs. Abigail Gutierrez was in tears after Louise’s “Home” performance. “I am from New Iberia, and being almost four hours away from my grandparents is very hard,” said Gutierrez a freshman pre-pharmacy major. “I loved the song “Home,” because it made me realize no matter how far away I am, that my home is close to my heart.” Gutierrez was happy for moments like the concert that made her realize that she was closer to them than she thought. Louise shared that music was her way of expressing her personal problems. Madilon Mouton, a freshman secondary education major who attended the event to spend her free time, was moved by the music. She enjoyed the songs
“Underwater” and “Home” since she could relate to the lyrics personally. “I cannot wait to find other music that “Dana Louise and the Glorious Birds” has,” Mouton said. The band expressed its happiness at seeing several young faces in the crowd even though they guessed most were there for the extra credits. Dana herself was once a college student with a basketball scholarship. Although Louise had high hopes with basketball, the time commitment made it hard for her to stay in the sport. To end their performance, Louise dedicated a cover of “No Diggity,” famous for its Pitch Perfect feature, to the students.
Since day one, Twitter users have always had to get right to the point when posting a status. 140 characters has always been the limit. Now, Twitter wants to try and double the character count to 280 characters. This could be a great idea. As a person who tweets every now and then, I wouldn’t mind having the extra characters. Honestly, it seems like every time I actually want to post something on Twitter, I can never say what I want with just 140 characters. Doubling the character count will not only allow Donald Trump to say more in one post, but me and others, as well. Now that I say that, maybe Twitter doesn’t need to expand the character count.
According to an article in “The New York Times,” Twitter’s goal “was to eliminate what it viewed as constraints that kept people from tweeting more frequently. One significant barrier, according to Twitter’s internal research, has been the stringent limit on character count.” This limit is probably why I don’t tweet as much. You would think as a journalism major where I am taught to write with brevity, I would be ok with short status updates, but it’s almost aggravating. In the age of Facebook where you can say whatever you want, however you want and for how ever many characters you want, users are spoiled by that freedom, something Twitter doesn’t give its user. Even with the expanded character count, Twitter still isn’t giving their users very much freedom when it comes to how much they can post. On the other hand, would Twitter be the same if you could post as much as you want? I don’t think so. Twitter isn’t formatted to have long statuses. It wouldn’t even look like Twitter anymore. But, I do think the 280-character count is a good, manageable limit. contact Cory Thaxton at thaxtocj@warhawks.ulm.edu
contact Hope Stapleton at staplehr@warhawks.ulm.edu
Big screen romantic comedy set to make broadway appearance by Hope Stapleton
“Pretty Woman,” the treasured love story of Edward and Vivian, is finally making a return to the theater after 27 years. Not as a remake or another sequel, but as a musical. The unlikely pair will make its appearance on Broadway in the fall of 2018. Author J.F. Lawton first reinvented “My Fair Lady” into the modern-day fairy tale.
The classic romantic comedy is back to steal hearts for a second time, with the cast trading its scripts in for song lyrics. The original director, Garry Marshall, who passed away last year, worked together with screenwriter Lawton to create the musical’s book. Although Marshall won’t be present to see his dream of a musical take place, the talented director Jerry Mitchell will most definitely bring it to life the way Marshall had hoped. Jerry Mitchell is also credited for
bringing big screen hits like “Legally Blonde” and “Kinky Boots” to the theater world. Bryan Adams, along with his writing partner Jim Vallance, will be creating the music and lyrics for the musical. Mitchell is also over the choreography of the film. There is no doubt this musical will dance its way into the hearts of the viewers. Sadly, Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, the original Vivian and Edward, won’t be revisiting the scene
for round two. According to online sources, the duo is looking forward to seeing this theatrical take on the fun romantic comedy. Tony winner Steve Kazee will be portraying Edward whereas Samantha Barks, who is set to make her Broadway debut, will be the new Vivian. The theatrical approach will allow its audience to get to know the characters in a whole new way. The musical is expected to help
audiences revisit the unexpected journey of finding love and themselves while adding depth to give the contemporary story a new perspective. It will, hopefully, fulfill the fairy tale ending that we all dream of. The world premiere is planned to take place on Mar. 13, 2018, at Chicago’s Oriental Theater before coming to the Broadway in the fall. contact Hope Stapleton at staplehr@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Horoscope Aries A bouncy moon is lifting your spirits. You’ll want to go to some parties, attend concerts or engage in other fun social encounters. Interact with interesting people and dare to flirt if the occasion calls for it. You could meet somebody special.
Down 1 King pen name 2 Beersheba native 3 Euripides tragedy 4 Japanese two-seater 5 Top
6 Miss 7 British potter James known for Brown Betty teapots 8 FDR’s Fala et al. 9 Film beeper, familiarly 10 Complaint 11 Jump in the pool? 12 Bob Hope venue 13 Mark of a shark 14 Guaranteed 16 Sushi bar selection 22 Didn’t stop talking 23 Destined 25 Muir Woods’ county 26 It’s a wrap 28 Sail-extending pole 30 Yangtze tributary 32 Form a political union 33 Solo pianists often provided music for them 34 Cheyenne allies 35 Worked with props?
37 Beats to the finish line 38 Stoop-shouldered, say 39 Many in España 42 Raised the roof 45 __ Moore: Hormel brand 46 ‘30s-’50s filmdom nickname 48 Hard labor 49 Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Levy 51 Waterfront gp. 52 Prefix with Pen
Since the sun is in your sign, you’re going through your personal new year. It’s a great time to let go of negative situations and people and focus on attaining your most cherished goals. Don’t let anybody or anything hold you back.
Scorpio
Jupiter is moving opposite your sign, and it will stay there for a year. This means you are entering a period of soul searching and change. Be prepared to experience shifts in the way you look at life, love and career issues. This will be a good thing.
Jupiter is entering your sign, and it will stay there for a year. This will be a period of positive transitions and good karma. Things you have been working toward for a long time should finally start to happen. Relationships will also make much more sense.
Your playful nature is on full display, thanks to Venus. Your charms are through the roof, and people are responding to your sense of humor and style. Along the way, you could meet someone who captivates you both intellectually and physically.
36 Author Huxley 40 “The Empire Strikes Back” director Kershner 41 “Tell It to My Heart” singer Taylor __ 43 One abroad 44 Béchamel base 45 Easing of govt. control 46 Bingo call 47 Nature-nurturing org. 48 State of Österreich 49 California’s __ Bay 50 Cub, for one 53 Saint-Exupéry classic 54 Caustic solution 55 Sells off
Libra
Taurus
Gemini
Across 1 Renewable fuel source 8 Licorice-flavored liqueur 15 Loaded 17 Side dish in a sauce 18 Rashness 19 Came across by chance 20 Sch. that moved from the Mountain West Conf. to the Big 12 in 2012 21 Prefix with analysis 22 Odd page, normally 23 Critter with tusks 24 Barley wine, e.g. 25 First child of Henry VIII to survive to adulthood 26 Rummy 27 Leaf producer 29 Like stucco 31 Lavish supply 33 Gateway Arch designer
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Cancer You’re going back and forth about something, wondering which path to take. The sun is urging you to do what’s best for you. You could be involved with a relationship that has become toxic, and maybe you need to admit this to yourself.
Sagittarius Your energy could be a little low this week with the moon opposite your sign. Don’t be hard on yourself. You should take some time to rest, relax and meditate on your life. Don’t pressure yourself to make any major decisions. Give things time to unfold.
Capricorn Your romantic partner might need more of your time and energy this week even if you’re very busy handling other stuff. Emotions could be strong, and the moon says you’ll need to be very sensitive if you want this to be a positive period in your relationship.
Leo
Aquarius
Try to avoid conflict as best you can and don’t take other people’s behavior personally. Jupiter is creating some minor arguments with co-workers, roommates or family members. Do your best to remain positive and emotionally detached.
Friendly Venus is increasing the flirt factor over the next few weeks. If you’re single, you’ll find yourself interacting with several interesting and attractive people. If you’re in a relationship, you and your sweetheart will be getting along better than ever.
Virgo As Venus leaves your sign, you’re enjoying a period of contentment in your romantic life. You’ve been going through a lot of changes in relationships. Maybe you’re in a new romance that is going well, or a long-term affair is finally going your way.
Pisces You’re growing closer to a friend. The moon is encouraging you to open up about things and issues that are meaningful to you. You’ll enjoy this feeling of intimacy, even if this is just a platonic, nonromantic interaction. It’s nice to be close to someone.
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Golf places 2nd in tournament by Jerimee Washington The ULM golf team had its best performance of the season at the F&M Bank APSU Intercollegiate on Tuesday, Oct. 3. The Warhawks shot a 25-over-par 313 in the final round to finish tied for second. ULM had a memorable performance from sophomore Shani White. She shot a seven-over-par 79 in the third round to finish second overall behind the champion of the tournament, Belmont junior Mallory Sullivan. This marked ULM’s third-straight top 10 finish of its fall schedule. They placed seventh in the MSU/ Payne Stewart Memorial and ninth in the ORU Shootout. "We started off the final round a little slow and never really got a good rhythm going for the day,"
ULM head coach Joni Stephens said. "However, I was proud of the way we battled to stay focused on getting the ball in the hole. The wind was more of a factor today and contributed to some errant shots that cost us some strokes. We also missed some putts that we should have made, but we managed to hang on to our secondplace standing.� Junior Scarlett Eaton competed as an individual and shot a seven-overpar 79 in the last round to finish eighth, posting a 15-over-par 231 (74-78-79). She birdied on the seventh and ninth hole. The Warhawks will be back on the fairway hosting the Fred Marx Invitational on Oct. 16-17 at the Bayou DeSiard Country Club in Monroe.
contact Jerimee Washington at washinjd@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Warhawks use soaring offense to generate wins
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WORK THOSE CLEATS: Taylor Altieri runs down the field in soccer’s game against ULL.
Soccer keeps wins coming against Cajuns by Alfonzo Galvan ULM’s soccer team continued its win streak against UL-Lafayette in an extraordinary showing Thursday afternoon. The Warhawks (2-11-1) put two past the Ragin’ Cajuns to seal an impressive display in their first of three consecutive home games. Junior goalkeeper Brooke-Lynn Scroggins managed six saves, including a spectacular diving save in the last minute. The six-foot one keeper failed to maintain a clean sheet, but luckily for the Warhawks, the goals have finally returned. “We’re playing our best soccer right now, but we still have to find a way to finish it,” head coach Wheelock said. She approved of her team’s performance early on but felt they must be especially clinical in the last minutes of play. ULL got off to a good start. They had the lion’s share of possession but struggled in the final third against the Warhawks’ sturdy defense. Defenders like junior Alexandria Skidmore and freshman Maddie Guerra have established an effective partnership in the back and look to be the team’s foundation. Their effort paid off after 15 minutes. Senior defender Danielle LaFrance continued her impressive performances from games prior, scoring an absolute beauty
of a goal from right outside the box. “It feels nice to finally be finding the back of the net. I’ve hit a couple posts,” LaFrance said. She now has two goals in two games. Throughout the season, she’s hit the crossbar on multiple occasions and seems to have finally perfected her shot. The second half of the game saw the Warhawks come out strong, missing several clear opportunities to widen their lead. All would be forgotten thanks to the blistering pace of freshman forward Taylor Altieri. Around minute 72, Altieri got a good ball on a Warhawk counterattack and ran for goal after getting past the last defender. She was left one-on-one with the keeper and put the ball inside the right post. “We got to get another one! We’ve got to secure the game,” Altieri said. She has proven to be lethal in the final minutes of play. Giving ULM some breathing room is something she has in mind when called upon in the second half, and it appears the young forward is starting to find her place on the team. ULL scored late, reminiscent of the football game between the two, but this time, overtime wasn’t necessary. ULM once again toppled its down-south rivals. The Warhawks continue their homestead on Friday against Texas State with kickoff slated for 4 p.m. contact Alfonzo Galvan at galvana@warhawks.ulm.edu
Defense wins championships. This phrase is the motto for all college football teams in the country. ULM is taking a different approach to winning games. Their offense is the bread and butter for victories. Their attack and array of weapons has put ULM second in the Sun Belt in rushing. They have put up some impressive numbers so far this season. Sophomore quarterback Caleb Evans had one of the best games in the country against rival ULL. Evans tied the school rushing record for touchdowns in a game with five. He recorded a career-high six total touchdowns in the game. The Warhawks racked up 593 total yards but gave up 526. This stat ensures a problem in the long run if the offense stalls and can’t produce. Relying on the defense is not their best option. The Warhawks offense is averaging 38.2 points a game, second in the Sun Belt. The sky is the limit for this offense; they can score as many points as possible with this run and gun system. Can this offense carry the Warhawks to a conference title? The way they are playing is turning Warhawk fans into believers. In the game against Coastal Carolina, the Warhawks once again relied on their offense to get the job done. The defense gave up 441 yards, but they found a way to win the game. Although the defense gives up an enormous number of yards, they seem to make the plays needed at the right time to seal a victory. Causing turnovers and having success on special teams has been huge for the Warhawks this season. They have forced seven turnovers this season. In the second half, the defense plays better and the offense only needs a couple of stops to get them going. ULM needs stability from their defense to win the Sun Belt title. If the Warhawks continue to give up a lot of points, eventually, the offense will have an off game. They are in jeopardy of losing a key game down the stretch, because their defense can’t generate stops early in the game. ULM can’t play catchup to teams like Appalachian State and Arkansas State that can put them away early. The Warhawks are next to last in the Sun Belt in total defense. ULM played a complete game against the Bobcats; the defense showed up in the second half, giving the offense great field position throughout the game. ULM showed dominance on the offensive end putting up over 42 points for the third time this season. They moved the ball at will making the game more comfortable for the defense. The Warhawks are now 3-0 in the Sun Belt. This marks the best start in conference since the 2013 season. Moving forward, the Warhawks should be able to play for the Sun Belt title if the defense can stop the long, big play drives. The offense will be fine; they will put up a lot of points against the rest of their opponents. With confidence riding at an all-time high, the Warhawks are poised to have their best season in the Matt Viator era. contact Jerimee Washington at washinjd@warhawks.ulm.edu
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PASS IT: Caleb Evans thows a past in football’s game against Texas State on Saturday.
photo courtesy Brendan Maloney
Warhawks continue offensive outburst with win by Jerimee Washington
The Warhawks showed their dominance early and often racking up 589 total yards on their way to a 45-27 win against the Texas State Bobcats in San Marcos, Texas. ULM is now 3-2 overall and a whopping 3-0 in the Sun Belt. “Overall, a team win,” said Head Coach Matt Viator. “We made a couple of plays on defense, we made a couple of plays on special teams and offense to secure a win.” The Warhawks got off to a fast start as sophomore quarterback Caleb Evans led a seven play 75- yard opening drive to put them up 7-0. Texas State quickly answered with an impressive seven play 73-yard touchdown drive. On the ensuing extra point, the Bobcats had a mishap and threw an interception to senior linebacker Caleb Tucker, who rumbled down the sideline for two points, putting the Warhawks up 9-6. ULM looked to build off momentum from their two-point interception return, the Warhawks put together a two play 65-yard drive after junior running back Ben Luckett scored on a one- yard touchdown run to take the lead 16-6. The back and forth affair continued as the Bobcats scored a
touchdown to cut the ULM lead to three with six minutes left in the first quarter. The Warhawks quickly answered with a Craig Ford field goal, but the Texas State offense was giving the Warhawk defense trouble. In the blink of an eye the Bobcats took the lead 20-19 with 30 seconds left in the first quarter. The first quarter was filled with dominant offenses and lack luster defenses from both teams. In the second quarter, the Warhawk defense began to settle
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downs and a punt. ULM capitalized on their defensive success with a nine play 69-yard drive. Evans completed a pass on the sideline to sophomore wide receiver RJ Turner who broke the initial tackle and stiff armed his way to pay dirt. “Big plays are intense,” Turner said. “They get you going. It excites everybody.” The Warhawks led at halftime 26-20 with momentum on their side.
Evans finished the first half 14-22, 270 yards and two touchdowns. “We’re getting more comfortable with each other and more confident in each another,” Evans said. “It’s only up from here.” The ULM defense came out and forced a 3 and out on the opening drive of the second half,which gavethe Warhawk offense great field position. Both teams stalled on offense as the defenses buckled down and made key stops. The turning point of the game was when junior wide receiver Marcus Green broke two tackles on his way to a key 67yard touchdown catch and run. This catch brought Green to 100 yards receiving for the game. The Warhawks gained a comfrtable 42-27 lead . Texas State came out looking for any form of points to stay in the game as the lead got out of hand. ULM added a late insurance field goal from Ford to cap off a great all-around game. The Warhawks will be back in action for the homecoming game against Georgia State this Saturday. Kick off is set for 4 p.m. at Malone Stadium.
contact Jerimee Washingotn at washinjd@warhawks.ulm.edu