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Man accused of abusing 1-year-old

New COVID-19 National Guard variant found in La. deployed in Calif.

Biden to tackle immigration reform

KNOE- Authorities have arrested a man accused of abusing a 1-year-old child.

According to the Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s Office, on Jan. 16, they were called to Glenwood Regional Medical Center in regard to a cruelty to a juvenile complaint.

They say the medical workers told them a 1-year-old child had multiple signs of abuse on their body including bruises on the child’s cheeks and forehead and a spiral fracture.

Deputies say they made contact with the suspect, 22-year-old Ricky Layne Clifton of West Monroe, who admitted to abusing the child. They say Clifton said he did it because the child would not stop crying.

Clifton was placed under arrest and transported to the Ouachita Correctional Center where he was booked on the charges of cruelty to juveniles.

KNOE- The Louisiana Department of Health confirmed the state’s first identified case of the COVID-19 variant, SARS-CoV-2 B.1.1.7., frequently referred to as the U.K. variant because it is prevalent in the United Kingdom, in an individual in the Greater New Orleans area.

This variant spreads more easily from one person to another than other viral strains currently circulating in the United States, though it has not been shown to cause more severe disease.

Health experts believe current COVID-19 vaccines are effective against the variant strain.

The department conducted a case investigation and contact tracing to identify, inform and monitor anyone who was in close contact with the individual, who has a reported history of travel outside of Louisiana.

However, the variant strain has been detected in at least 15 other states.

MCT- During his first days in office, President-elect Joe Biden plans to send a legislative package to Congress to address the long-elusive goal of immigration reform, including what’s certain to be a controversial centerpiece: A pathway to citizenship for an estimated 11 million immigrants who are in the country without legal status.

The bill also would provide a shorter pathway to citizenship for hundreds of thousands of people with temporary protected status and beneficiaries of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals.

The proposed legislation would not contain any provisions directly linking an expansion of immigration with stepped-up enforcement and security measures, said Marielena Hincapié, executive director of the National Immigration Law Center Immigrant Justice Fund, who has been consulted on the proposal by Biden staffers.

MCT- Amid growing security concerns, California National Guard troops were deployed throughout downtown Sacramento early Saturday to protect property and maintain safety during potentially violent protests expected through Inauguration Day on Wednesday.

Armed soldiers and armored Humvees were stationed around the state Capitol, as well as at the federal courthouse and state Superior Court building, according to the Sacramento Bee. Streets providing access to the entrance to the Sacramento County Main Jail, a target of past demonstrations, have been block ed off with steel barriers.

The 1,000 members of the California National Guard activated on Thursday

by Gov. Gavin Newsom added to an already robust response by law enforcement following FBI warnings that armed demonstrators may target statehouses.

TODAY IN HISTORY

NEW SEMESTER, SAME PANDEMIC

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'"

January 18 1779: John Dickinson is appointed a delegate for Delaware to the Continental Congress.

Martin Luther King Jr., civil rights activist

1862: Confederate Territory of Arizona forms.

1896: First college basketball game with five players on each side is conducted by the University of Iowa.

1903: The first transatlantic radio transmission to originate in the United States is sent by a transmitter in Massachusetts.

Front page credits:

1960: U.S. and Japan sign joint defense treaty.

Main photo: Carley Nail Top sidebar photo:

1993: Martin Luther King Jr. holiday observed in all 50 states for the first time.

Julia Letlow Top right photo: ULM athletics photo by Loryn Kykendall

Much like last semester, classes are remaining as online or hybrid courses for the spring 2021 semester.

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OPINION

Pandemic

College students deserve stimulus checks

Ashlyn Dupree We all need money. We have to eat, pay rent, visit the doctor from time to time and normally there’s something on our car that must be fixed. And each of these fundamentals of life require money. Especially now during this pandemic, because many of us were out of a job for a few months or possibly still out of a job now.

Yet, according to the U.S. government, college students do not need that money. Well, let me rephrase that. College students who are considered a dependent on their parent's taxes do not need that money, according to the U.S. government.

According to the Tax Foundation, no adult dependents will qualify for the $600 stimulus checks. Let me just say it now—that sucks. When you think

about it, it’s almost a cheap way for the government to avoid passing out checks to everyone.

Here’s why I say that: if my parents claim me as a dependent and I am over the age of 16, they will not receive a $600 check for me, according to CBS News.

Has the government never heard of the term “broke college student”?

Apparently not. And now we are more broke than ever because of COVID-19.

Let’s take my own personal life as an example. My parents claimed me as a dependent until I moved out. Now that I have been on my own almost a year, I have paid my bills, I support myself and I am the definition of “a broke college student.”

But I did not qualify for the $600 check because last year my parents claimed me as a dependent on their taxes. This is not fair.

The government should have sent out a form explaining that they would be giving out stimulus checks and required to know if the child was still considered a dependent. I am sure this would have helped many college students out.

There are of course downsides

to this. Many people would have probably lied to get that extra bit of cash. But, let’s be honest, we all need it now anyways. Many of us were not eligible for the unemployment which meant we went months without being paid. That money would have gone to a good place even if people lied.

Maybe that isn’t the best way to do it.

I do not know because I am not in the government. But that small check of $300 given to us from the schools was not enough.

I am grateful for that money. But, if we are college students trying to receive an education to get a job, we deserve money just like our parents.

We are spending our money, taking out loans, applying for scholarships and grants to get the education we want to make an impact in this world.

To be treated as if we do not deserve anything is a rough reality of how valuable the government thinks we are.

It’s time for us college students to finally be seen with the respect we deserve. We are broke, barely making it by and need the checks just as bad as our parents do. contact Ashlyn Dupree at dupreeaf@warhawks.ulm.edu

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COVID-19 vaccine should be mandatory for students

Kylie Cichocki If you are anything like me, you are terrified of getting vaccines. When I found out I needed five mandatory vaccines to come to college, I was mortified. I felt this fear again when I heard about possibly having to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

Right now, COVID-19 is spreading like wildfire, especially throughout colleges. There are COVID-19 vaccines, but they are not available to college students, and who knows when they will be. When the vaccine is available to college students, many colleges will have to decide if the COVID-19 vaccine should be mandatory.

I believe the COVID-19 vaccine should be listed as a mandatory vaccine because everyone is in such close contact in classes and on campus in general.

The vaccine is just now beginning to make its way into the public, and people are hesitant to get it. This is a

result of fear and the lack of knowledge.

If you have ever had the common cold, chances are you have had a coronavirus. There are many strains of the coronavirus. The strain that is so deadly is SARS-CoV-2, which is a mutation.

The virus has been studied by many organizations for over 50 years. This means scientists from all over the world already have the foundation of the virus.

As we were struggling, scientists collaborated to come up with a vaccine. They had most of the information, but they had to incorporate the SARS-CoV-2 strain.

Messenger RNA, mRNA, is the specific approach to the COVID-19 vaccine. The mRNA does not contain live parts of the virus. It carries the spike protein that makes the SARS-CoV-2 strain so dangerous. Our DNA takes the spike protein, which makes our bodies able to produce antibodies for the virus.

Still with all of this information, some people are afraid to get the vaccine because of possible reactions.

There have been a few people with reactions to the vaccine, but that's expected with any vaccine. The effects sound much worse than they are because of the way the media broadcasted everything that has gone wrong.

Students should be required to take the vaccine to create herd immunity, eventually weeding out the virus, so we can go back to normal life. contact Kylie Cichocki at cichockikb@warhawks.ulm.edu

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NEWS

Politics

Education

Professors share optimism for spring semester

by Loryn Kykendall

Last semester was a learning experience for students and professors alike. Attending school during a pandemic turned out to be as difficult as it sounds.

But between learning to teach remotely and Humes students not participating in Zoom classes, professors had a particularly hard time.

But some professors have a better outlook on this semester.

Scot Humes’s classes will be similar to last semester with two groups that each have an in-person day and a virtual day.

Last semester, that was a new challenge. But this semester, Humes said he expects classes to go much more smoothly because everyone has a good idea of how things work.

“This semester, I only hope my students truly appreciate how much work has to be done to offer them

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BEEN THERE, DONE THAT: Professors said that despite the continuation of online and hybrid classes, this semester will be better because everyone’s starting to get the hang of it.

as similar an experience during the pandemic as they would have in a more typical semester,” Humes said.

Veronika Humphries, an assistant professor in the College of Business and Social Sciences, also had to

transition into hybrid classes.

She said overall attendance for her classes was lower than usual last semester, but that all the challenges last fall brought were just a good preparation for this spring.

Students’ feedback helped her

figure out what changes to make to her courses, and she said she’ll be trying to implement their suggestions this semester.

“I believe last semester provided the necessary experience to work alongside students for a more

successful semester this time,” Humphries said. “The best is on the bayou, and I know for certain that we are all here for each other. I wish everyone nothing but the best this upcoming semester.”

According to Molly Hill, an instructor of curriculum and instruction, students in the School of Education had a unique set of challenges last fall.

She said it’s important for education students to get a lot of field experience to graduate.

The future educators usually spend a lot of time teaching in classrooms every day, but the pandemic made it difficult for students to get the amount of hours they need to graduate.

However, she said she’s more confident about the spring semester.

“We have made so many innovative accommodations to fit the needs of our students,” Hill said.

“My hopes are that my students continue to take care of their mental health and well-being.” contact Loryn Kykendall at kykendalllk@warhawks.ulm.edu

Pandemic

ULM enforces student COVID-19 self-check forms

by Ashlyn Dupree

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread throughout the country, many universities like ULM are taking precautions to stop the spread of the virus.

One of these preventative measures includes the COVID-19 self-check form that must be completed daily.

All students are required to complete this form whether they live on or off campus and if they have in person, online or hybrid classes, according to Valerie Fields, the vice president for Student Affairs.

“With the consistent uptick of cases in our state and region, the university is using the daily selfcheck as a proactive measure to mitigate large numbers of outbreaks,” Fields said.

Fields According to Fields, the daily COVID form was chosen instead of any other precaution such as required COVID testing because the test is “very uncomfortable.” But for some students, the form has become a hassle.

Asia Wilson said it seems unnecessary for students who are attending school completely online to fill out the form. Since she’s a senior

nursing major, she’s required to fill out the daily form for ULM and the same form again for Kitty DeGree School of Nursing.

“It can be very tedious, especially if I’m already running late for class,” Wilson said.

Wilson recommended students on campus to have their temperatures taken at every class, but said she believes “ULM is doing the best Wilson they can under the circumstances.”

However, Fields mentioned it’s not only ULM requiring these COVID forms.

Other UL System universities such as the University of Louisiana Lafayette, Louisiana Tech University and Grambling State University are also requiring the forms.

But Katelyn Klingman, a junior child and family studies major at ULL, said her school has not Klingman required students to fill out the COVID selfchecker forms.

And Klingman’s not the only one. According to Bailey Eaton, a senior speech-language

Trump impeached again, charged with ‘incitement of insurrection’

by Loryn Kykendall

Donald Trump is now the first president in U.S. history to be impeached twice.

The House of Representatives voted on Dec. 13 to impeach him for inciting insurrection at the U.S. Capitol earlier this month.

The soonest the trial Amy could begin is Jan. 20, the same day Presidentelect Biden will be sworn into office.

The trial would coincide with Biden’s first 100 days, which raises the question of whether it will slow down the process of confirming his Cabinet and passing legislation for things like COVID relief.

Christian Amy, a senior political science major, believes that Biden may want a hold put on the impeachment process so Congress can turn their focus to other issues.

“There is a strong possibility that Biden might want to put more emphasis on his first term legislative agenda and approving Cabinet appointees,” Amy said.

However, it’s not clear exactly when the trial will begin. The Senate isn’t expected to reconvene until Jan. 19, so that’s the earliest that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi could send

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REPEATING HISTORY: President Donald Trump was impeached on Jan. 13 for the second time, making him the first U.S. president to be impeached twice.

the article of impeachment to the Senate and signal the beginning of the trial.

Kathryn Irvin, a senior political science major, said that impeachment proceedings are not what Irvin

Congress should be worried about right now.

“I do not think that this is the most important thing that Congress should be focused on,” Irvin said. “Trump only has a few days left in office. They should be focused on the state of the country and reopening.” contact Loryn Kykendall at kykendalllk@warhawks.ulm.edu

Julia Letlow to run for Congress

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SAFETY FIRST: Students are required to fill out a COVID-19 self-check form every day before coming onto campus so the school can keep track of who’s healthy, sick or has symptoms of the virus.

pathology major at LA Tech, the COVID forms have not been enforced, and she didn’t know much about the form.

But Eaton said students are encouraged to be tested for COVID if symptoms show and free testing is offered to students at LA Tech.

“I just wish students and faculty were required to be tested for COVID upon return-

ing from extended breaks like Christmas or Mardi Gras break,” Eaton said.

While different precautions are being taken at different universities, Wilson and Eaton said they both feel safe on campus. contact Ashlyn Dupree at dupreeaf@warhawks.ulm.edu

ULM gathers donations for food bank

by Loryn Kykendall

Politics

by Loryn Kykendall

MLK Day of Service

“I admire Dr. Letlow for her strength, accomplishment, grace and leadership,” Morris said. “My own professional goals have been influenced by her achievements and this run for Congress only solidifies my belief in her.”

Morris also said that Letlow’s run will influence ULM in a positive way.

“I believe she will be a champion for higher education in our state, especially in our area for our institution,” Morris said.

Monica Whitman, a student at the College of Pharmacy, said that she voted for Luke Letlow and she plans to vote for Julia Letlow come March 20.

“She’s a great leader on campus,” Whitman said. Whitman “Just a very kind, smart and down to earth person. I think that’s why she’ll be a good congresswoman.”

“Everything in my life and my marriage has prepared me for this moment,” Letlow said.

Julia Letlow, the executive assistant to the president for External Affairs and Community Outreach at ULM, will be running for Louisiana’s 5th congressional district seat.

She announced her candidacy on Jan. 14 during an interview at KWCL-FM radio station in Oak Grove.

The 5th congressional district seat was previously won by her husband, Luke Letlow, before his death from COVID-19 on Dec. 29.

In a statement released Thursday, Letlow said, “I am running to continue the mission Luke started—to stand up for our Christian values, to fight for our rural agricultural communities and to deliver real results to move our state forward.”

Meagan Morris, the Morris assistant director of Student Life and Leadership, said she will be contact Loryn Kykendall at voting for Letlow. kykendalllk@warhawks.ulm.edu

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CONTINUING THE MISSION: Julia Letlow announced her run for Congress after husband and Congressmanelect Luke Letlow died from COVID-19.

Every year ULM celebrates Martin Luther King Day of Service by donating to those in need.

This year, boxes were set up all around campus for people to donate to the Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana.

Items donated ranged from canned soup to toothbrushes.

Volunteering students will help collect the items and Saulsberry take them to the food bank on Jan. 18.

CAB is one of the RSOs participating in the donation.

John McKeel, the president of CAB, said his organization decided that since they have the ability to help out, they should.

“Our community is very important to ULM, which means it is important to CAB,” McKeel said.

McKeel said it’s important for students to volunteer, donate and realize that not everyone has the same resources they do.

“ULM is comprised of thousands of students,” McKeel said. “This means that if every student were to only donate one item towards the drive, we would be overflowing with McKeel donations. Those who are less fortunate than we are benefit from our help.”

Pamela Saulsberry, the director of the School of Behavioral Sciences, always organizes MLK Day of Service at ULM. The first year, ULM donated playground equipment to an elementary school.

They’ve also donated supplies to Granny Goins Kitchen and clothes to Wellspring for survivors of relationship violence.

“The MLK Holiday commemorates an American whose life was about helping people in ways that benefited the common good,” Saulsberry said. “I believe what we do each year for the MLK Holiday benefits the common good in our immediate area.”

She also said it’s important for students to learn about the needs of the community, especially now.

“I believe everything we do for others, we do for ourselves,” Saulsberry said. “When we make a person’s life better, we make society better.” contact Loryn Kykendall at kykendalllk@warhawks.ulm.edu

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FREESTYLE NEWS

Movie Review

‘Ma Rainey’s’: Celebrates jazz music, diversity

by Alexis Page

Let’s travel back to the days of our great-grandparents. Picture the 1920s. Everything turns black and white. F. Scott Fitzgerald pens “The Great Gatsby.” Alcohol is illegal. Beautiful flapper girls rock finger wave hairstyles. They dance the Charleston with their boyfriends to their music of choice: Jazz and blues.

George C. Wolfe’s “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” centers on one of the most famous blues singers in music. It demands Academy Award recognition with a stellar black cast, picturesque cinematography and a gasp-worthy ending you will not see coming. The film adapts August Wilson’s play of the same name.

Unlike most films, the story takes place in one day and location. This is why you may feel the film doesn’t go anywhere.

In 1927 Chicago, Rainey and her

dysfunctional band try to record some songs in a studio, but struggle with executive interference, tensions in the band and a headstrong Rainey who makes any white man shiver.

Ambitious trumpeter Levee dreams of starting his band and playing his version of Rainey’s songs.

Listen for his traumatic childhood as he witnessed what no child should.

Trombonist Cutler, bassist Slow Drag and pianist Toledo laugh at Levee and perform only what Rainey wants.

As for Rainey, she sings her way or “takes her black bottom” down the highway.

Tobias Schliessler paints a stylish, but grounded picture of the ‘20s.

When Rainey and her band take the stage in the beginning, he turns up the heat with warm colors, rowdy crowds and Rainey’s foot-tapping blues.

Our main studio location looks quite dull contrasted with the sun’s warm glow and characters’ vibrant performances.

The film boasts a stellar Oscarworthy black cast. However, it was sadly Chadwick Boseman’s final role before his death in Aug. 2020. In every sense of the phrase, he goes out with a bang as Levee. He even upstages Viola Davis as the titular Ma Rainey. She gives a brow-raising show with her bluntness and nononsense demeanor.

“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” is a fantastic start for 2021 and shows why Hollywood needs more racial diversity.

It gives modern audiences an earful of the head-bobbing sounds of blues mixed with intense drama. Get your instruments ready, and “one, two, you know what to do.” contact Alexis Page at pagean@warhawks.ulm.edu

Music Recommendation

Nostalgic tunes to soothe your homesickness

by Ashlyn Dupree

3. “Starlight” by M.A.S 0094

The sensation as the smooth chocolate from your mom’s homemade chocolate chip cookies melts in your mouth as you take a bite of it may be just one of the many things you miss now that school is back in session. Or maybe you miss talking to your dad about what is happening during the pandemic and all the political issues arising in the country. Whatever the case, here are some songs to help you overcome homesickness or anxiety you may have during this semester:

1. “Nobody Knows” by The Lumineers The Lumineers are known for their folk-rock music. The song “Nobody Knows” discusses the significance of realizing the importance of your goals, where you are going and how this realization will help you carry on when you miss someone. The love you feel for that person, and vice versa, will go on no matter where you go. It wants the listener to realize that, as you travel on, you will always have your person leading you even if they are not there. “Nobody Knows” is a slower beat song with melodic voices and tones. But the song provides beautiful moments for you to cry peacefully, as you long for home.

2. “Home” by Michael Bublé If you want a tear-jerking song, check out Michael Bublé’s “Home.” This jazzy melancholy song describes the desperation to be back home with your family. Michael Bublé’s song explains to its listeners that it is okay to not feel great all the time. He makes the feeling of being homesick a normal experience everyone has. Being home with your family is a treasure that Bublé conveys to his audience. Sometimes, listening to a song that relates to your emotions can bring the joy you desperately desire. That is what Bublé’s song does.

This song is for all the creatives out there.

When you listen to this K-Pop song, you may want to research the lyrics. This dream-like song shares the beautiful idea of thoughtfulness and tender care. The singer mentions that he is praying and singing for the person that may be hurting. The singer wants the loved one to know that everything will be alright. As you fall asleep, you can imagine your loved ones singing this song over you to create a peaceful environment.

4. “Hawa Huree” by Abhaya and the Steam Engines For those who are looking for something more upbeat, you should check out “Hawa Huree.” The Abhaya and the Steam Engines are a well known music band in the Nepali music industry. This song will motivate you while reminding you of why you are away from your family and friends. “Hawa Huree” shares the importance of seeing the present rather than focusing on the past. Instead of recalling times with your family, inspire yourself to proceed with the education you are pursuing to better yourself and your family’s lives.

contact Ashlyn Dupree at dupreeaf@warhawks.ulm.edu

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FREESTYLE NEWS

Community

Warhawks honor MLK Day amid pandemic

by Uchechi Owunna

Shacorria Green stood in front of her whole school as she read Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech and sang Sam Cook’s “A Change is Gonna Come” at the tender age of eight. This was the first time Green would actively participate in celebrating MLK Day through the programs organized by her school.

Green, the president of NAACP, explained that as a child of color, her family made sure that she was aware of Martin Luther King Jr. by informing her of the things he did and giving her MLK Jr. books throughout her school years.

Learning about MLK also motivated her to lead the NAACP chapter in our school.

“MLK Jr. Day, in my opinion, is a celebration of all the milestones and achievements that Dr. King endured to ensure that African Americans were treated equally and could finally come together as one with the whites,” Green said.

Queen Bolden, a senior radiologic technology major, said that MLK Day is a big holiday in her household.

The first time she honored MLK Day was as a preteen through breakfast and Bolden marching in honor of the impact of MLK’s work on the advancement of

the civil rights movement.

“MLK Day means, to me, equality for all and a day to reflect what Martin Luther King wanted for the world and how he changed America with his non-violence practices,” Bolden said.

Since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, we have had to adjust our usual traditions, from July 4th to Thanksgiving, Christmas and even new year celebrations.

Now, we will have to make some changes to our normal MLK celebrations to comply with the COVID restrictions.

However, just because we cannot go out to the marches in honor, that does not mean we cannot still go out and give back to our communities in honor of MLK Day this year.

“One way we can give back to our community is assisting Dr. Saulsberry with getting supplies and getting them delivered to communities while wearing Green our masks. Dr. Saulsberry does it every year, and it is something that I take pride in assisting with,”Green said.

Green also explained that another way is to read and explain the “I Have A Dream” speech to surrounding schools while social distancing. Students can also go out to clean

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our community.

For more creative students, they can design and display art dedicated to MLK Jr. and the civil rights movement. They can either do this virtually or in a socially distanced setting.

“Some suggestions I have for college students to give back on MLK are volunteering at a local soup kitchen or a local shelter, donating foods and toiletries,” Bolden said.

Bolden said that she would say, to students that are hesitant, that MLK Day is about coming together from all races.

Martin Luther King dreamed of the whole world coming together as one and to fellowship with one another. MLK Day is about unity. contact Uchechi Owunna at owunnaud@warhawks.ulm.edu

Fashion

How to look stylish while staying warm

Layer up

It is all about the layers. Let’s say you are walking on campus and a breeze comes right through the holes of your sweater. This is an easy fix: throw a turtleneck underneath. It not only adds a little something extra to your outfit, but it can work for anybody. Turtlenecks will protect your neck from the elements while also making it easy for you to take off some layers depending on the temperature of your environment. This is the basic principle of dressing in the unpredictable weather of Monroe.

Keep your comfort

For the lazy at heart who strives to be comfortable, you don’t have to compromise your warm sweats for a stylish outfit. Something easy to do is get a matching sweat or track set. There are so many designs and styles to choose for comfort sets and places to get them from. You can even get a cheap pair and spice it up with any jewelry of your choice and a cool pair of sneakers. You also can go the extra mile and throw on a stylish beanie with this outfit. Beanies pair with almost any outfit.

All about the accessories

If you prefer fashion over function, this next part is for you. You can wear your basics with this one: a simple top and pair of pants.

Where this outfit gets its style and warmth factor is from the accessories. You layer the simple base outfit with things like a nice jacket and you can even add a scarf and a hat to this. It can be as dressy or as casual as you would like. You can pair this up with classy booties. This outfit is also great for warm boots, while wearing warm socks hidden inside.

Try new pieces

Lastly, go out of your comfort zone. Own your style and be confident in yourself. Unlike the summer or autumn season, there is barely any sunshine and the outlook this period is drab. Don’t let your closet reflect the weather.

Add a pop of a bright color or bold pattern that you may have never owned before to your outfit. Whether you layer on your winter clothes, experiment with colors and patterns or play around with accessories, wear them with confidence. Stay warm this winter using some of these tips to stay stylish.

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SPORTS

Track and Field

Track and field kicks off at LSU

Men’s Basketball

Warhawks drop 2 to Ark. State Red Wolves

by Cameron Jett

by Cameron Jett

ULM Track and Field returned this Saturday at the LSU Purple Tiger Invitational. Students from univeristies from all across Louisiana competed in the all-day event. Fourteen Warhawks placed in the top three of various events.

Junior Jakob Fudge was the stand out performer for the meet, claiming two top-three finishes. He would place third in shot put, with his highest finish being 14.32 m, and he placed third in the weight throw event with a 17.78 m showing.

Senior Eric Hawkins was the highest placing male Warhawk. He finished second in the 600 meter with a time of 1:20.54, just a tenth of a second behind Southern’s Nicholas Scott.

Hawkins, along with teammates Nolan Smith, Brandon Lewis and Reid Guirlando finished third in the 4x400 relay event being teams from Southern and ULL. Senior Rebekka Schubert competed in the long jump event, where her 5.59 meter jump notched a career best at ULM and second at the meet.

Nasya Ramirez made an impressive showing in her ULM debut as she took third in the long jump event with a distance of 5.51 m.

Senior Brianna Sam’s second place 18.28 m weight toss marked her eleventh top-3 finish in her collegiate career. Her performance landed her in the top 16 nationally.

Today’s event marked the first track and field event for the university since February of last year. The event was largely dominated by the hometown LSU team. LSU’s own Monique Hardy earned top honors for the day with a weight toss of 20.54 m.

Other schools competing included Southern, Southeast Louisiana, University of New Orleans, Southern, UL-Lafayette and Nicholls State. contact Cameron Jett at jettcm@warhawks.ulm.edu

The Warhawks two game series against Sun Belt foe Arkansas State was the tale of two drastically different games. After dropping game one 74-72 on a questionable goaltending call, the Arkansas State Red Wolves cruised to a 93-72 victory the next night.

Coach Keith Richard’s gameplan worked well through game one. The Red Wolves defense sought to limit perimeter shooting in the first half, resulting in interior players like senior center Chris Efretuei having a strong first half.

After adjusting to prevent scores in the paint, perimeter shooting would come into play. Unfortunately, this would be abismal

for ULM. Coach Richard commented “We have got to be able to make some threes to help our offense. We got more open shots from the 3-point line in the second half but went 3-for-13.”

Game two was still up for grabs until the late second half. Freshman Red Wolf Norchad Omier had a memorable game for his young career. The forward led his team in scoring and rebounding with 22 points and 17 rebounds.

The Red Wolves appeared to be much more committed to the rebounding game compared to the Warhawks. The Red Wolves recored 44 rebounds in both games while the visiting Warhawks never reached 30 boards.

The Red Wolves tempo would be too fast-paced to leave a traditional center like Efretuei in the game, so he saw limited play.

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In his place, a more agile player such as freshman forward Thomas Howell, who had 12 points in game two. Junior guard Elijah Gonzalez would help push the pace of the game, coming off the bench with 16 points and leading the team in assists.

This series sweep marks the fourth meeting between the two

teams, where the record stands 2-2. The losing streak for ULM is now at four in a row, as the Warhawks hold the worst record in the Sun Belt at 4-9. Next on the schedule is the 9-4 Texas State Bobcats in Fant-Ewing. contact Cameron Jett at jettcm@warhawks.ulm.edu

Women’s Basketball

Injuries hold back Warhawks Little Rock wins last three sets

by Cameron Jett

ULM Women’s Basketball failed to fight off rallies from Arkansas State, who increased their conference record to 5-0.

After the first matchup of the series, ULM Head Coach Donald Williams stated “We executed well on both ends of the floor and controlled the tempo in the first three quarters. Turnovers and fouls hurt us in the fourth.” This came after the Warhawks had as much as a 34-27 lead on their conference rivals before falling 64-50.

Playing close with the leader of the conference is something Coach Williams views as a positive, stating, “We’re proud of our effort,” before going on to mention the need for improvement.

“We have obviously got to

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ALL IN: ULM guard Gracen Williams handles the ball in the halfcourt against Arkansas State.

address some of our scoring droughts,” Williams said. “Some of that is fatigue and some of that is lack of movement. We’re going to look at that and put everybody in a better position.”

Injuries haunted the Hawks in the first outing, and their absense was felt in game two. Sophomore guard Gara Beth Self and Freshman guard Kyren Whittington would both go down with injuries as

the Warhawks were finding their stride.

Even with injuries to key players, the Warhawks stepped up and slowed down a Red Wolves offense averaging 79 points per game. The offense

would stagnate more as the team was stretched thinner, with their second outing cumilating in a 5944 loss.

Shooting from beyond the arc would once again be a detriment to this Warhawks team, which shot a lowly 18% compared to a stellar 36% preformance

by Arkansas State through two games.

Coach Williams would comment at the end of the second game, thanking the Warhawk faithful who showed up for this pivotal matchup.

“We are so appreciative of the fans on Friday night and today,” Williams said.

“What a great atmosphere that our fans are creating.”

The Warhawks will be on the road for the next month as they continue conference play. Next weekend, the Warhawks will take on Texas State, a team who has struggled since starting conference play. contact Cameron Jett at jettcm@warhawks.ulm.edu