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September 21, 2020

Recalling Governor Edwards is not the answer

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International students: Left behind during global pandemic P5

Opportunity fund established for ULM P 4

Guide to being a good college roommate P 6

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BRIEFS CALENDAR Monday, September

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Baptist College Ministries' Haven, 7 p.m., ULM BCM building

Tuesday, September 22 Eat It or Yeet It, 11 a.m., SUB Overhang

Wednesday, September 23 See You At The Pole, 7:30 a.m., College of Pharmacy building

Thursday, September 24 CCM Dollar Lunch, 11 a.m., Christ the King Chapel

Friday, September

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Game Night, 5 p.m., Bayou Park

Saturday, September 26 Homeless Shelter Service Event, 10 a.m., Desiard Street Shelter

Sunday, September

West Monroe

Oregon

United States

Nursing homes to allow visitors

Man faces attempted Visitors fight fire to Ginsburg death ignites Democratic fundraisers murder charge save historic park

News-Star- Visitors will be allowed to return to Louisiana nursing homes soon following a change in guidance from the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Governor John Bel Edwards announced Friday.

Edwards said the state will "move to quickly implement" changes based on the new guidance to allow in-person visits to resume at nursing homes after visitors were banned in March at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

"We know these past several months have been tough, especially for our nursing home residents and their loved ones.

It’s time for us to do something," Edwards said in written statement.

Nursing homes became early hotspots for the virus' spread during Louisiana's first COVID-19 wave in the spring.

News-Star- A West Monroe man was arrested Friday after accumulating charges ranging from domestic battery to attempted second-degree murder in the course of two weeks.

Jabaria Ruhue Rogers, 46, was arrested on Friday by West Monroe police.

A West Monroe Police Department detective said they were called to a home invasion around 1:30 a.m.

Sept. 7.

According to the warrant request made by the detective, a victim said they and the second victim were sitting on the couch in the residence when someone yanked open the front door, pointed a silver gun at them and demanded "give me what you got." The suspect reportedly was wearing a black mask.

MCT- Managers of the Breitenbush hot springs resort deep in the Oregon wilderness were not particularly worried about the Lionshead fire, which for more than two weeks had been simmering behind a mountain 20 miles away.

Then on Sept. 7, sudden and highly unusual winds, driven by a shift in the jet stream, propelled flames through the drought-parched Willamette National Forest toward the historic retreat.

Two summer residents in their 60s, Daniel Dundon, who had fought wildfires before, and Tim McDevitt, who had not, decided to stay and take on the blaze themselves.

The fire, which had grown to 20,000 acres, arrived the next day before dawn, spitting embers, toppling trees, exploding propane tanks, torching the sanctuary structure and burning a dozen guesthouses.

MCT- Democrats have deluged their candidates' campaigns and causes with cash in record amounts since the Friday death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, donating tens of millions of dollars in less than 24 hours.

ActBlue, a key fundraising platform for the left, had taken in more than $53 million by 1:30 p.m. on Saturday since the news broke late Friday. Using ActBlue, donors earmark money for Democratic candidates and causes they want to support.

In August, ActBlue brought in about $15.7 million per day, a fraction of what has been raised since Ginsburg's death, for a total of $485.4 million.

It won't be clear who precisely the money is going to until it reports to the Federal Election Commission on Oct. 20.

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TODAY IN HISTORY

TALONS OUT

"Fight for things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you."

September 21 1792: The National Convention passes a proclamation announcing the formal abolition of the French monarchy.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Supreme Court Justice

1872: John Henry Conyers of South Carolina becomes first black student at Annapolis.

1883: The first direct US-Brazil telegraph connection accomplished.

1922: United States president, Warren G. Harding, signs a joint resolution of approval to establish a Jewish homeland in Palestine.

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1937: J. R. R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit" is published by George Allen and Unwin in London.

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Top right photo: Calli Sinclair

ULM Warhawk prepares for match against Texas State on Sept. 18.

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OPINION

State Politics

Stop governor recall, support mask mandate

Ashlyn Dupree Recently, a petition to recall John Bel Edwards as Louisiana’s governor has surfaced. The recall petition claims that Governor Edwards has taken the constitutional freedoms of Louisiana citizens with his state-wide mask mandate and that he has insufficient scientific data to order the mandate in the first place.

According to BR Proud, the petition started in Eunice on Aug. 29.

However, the recall is unnecessary for many reasons. Let’s first talk about how Governor Edwards has supposedly impeded the constitutional freedoms and livelihoods of all Louisiana citizens without concrete scientific data.

First, the creators of the petition

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are correct. Scientific date about coronaviruss has been incorrect.

However, there are other states that are experiencing this same incorrect data. According to Arkansas Times, the governor of Arkansas has also had issues with scientific data about coronavirus testing.

We shouldn’t blame Governor Edwards for this insufficient data.

Some cases are being misreported and it happens. He’s trying his best.

No one has ever experienced a coronavirus outbreak—We are all learning.

The petition mentions the governor is “unconstitutionally mandating that masks be worn in all public places.”

However, it is constitutional for a governor to require masks, according to NPR. NPR said during a pandemic, governors have the right to require masks in public settings. So, if you believe Governor Edwards is being unconstitutional, he has every right to tell you to wear a mask.

In all honesty, he’s protecting you.

According to the Mayo Clinic, wearing a mask helps slow the spread of the coronavirus.

Recalling Governor Edwards is a

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foolish decision. He has improved this state. Three years ago, Louisiana had over a $2 billion budget deficit which was the largest in Louisiana’s history, according to John Bell For Louisiana.

Edwards cut taxes by $600 million and has had three consecutive years of budget surpluses for the first time in a decade. He has protected higher education, TOPS, hospitals, law enforcement funding and veterans’ affairs from cuts in their funding.

He expanded Medicaid for working citizens. He has brought more than 19,000 jobs to the citizens of Louisiana.

He fights to protect citizens against coronavirus. Everything he has done for this state has benefited us. Many people accuse him of all the problems he is working to fix.

Don’t sign the petition to recall Governor Edwards. He is doing what he thinks is best for this state.

Research what he has done for Louisiana instead of reading people’s Facebook posts complaining about him. contact Ashlyn Dupree at dupreeaf@warhawks.ulm.edu

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Calli Sinclair Let’s all admit it: Our lives were rudely interrupted by this pandemic. Many of us tragically lost our jobs.

Many people across the nation were evicted by landlords without a shred of compassion or understanding. It makes sense that people want this all to be over.

But we are just not ready. We still have people complaining about masks. We still have people throwing house parties where everyone is drunk and coughing all over each other, not to mention cases are rising daily.

That’s why we should not have entered Phase 3.

I understand why someone might advocate for it. I know that lots of parents want to send their students back to school, and people want to go to church. They want to be able to socialize like they used to. They want

to return to normalcy.

These are scary times for so many. People wish to see their lives how they were before this awful pandemic struck. But, I feel at the very least, we should still be in Phase 2 for a little longer before diving into Phase 3.

We don’t even have a vaccine for the virus yet.

However, President Donald Trump said he has a plan. According to Stat News, the president claimed a COVID-19 vaccine would be available by the end 2021.

As a whole, Louisiana has been affected by so much within such a little amount of time. From being hit with the pandemic in spring of 2020 to the devastating effects of Hurricane Laura, our state has been ransacked. Lives are in turmoil, people are dying. People have been left without homes, jobs and food.

As of September, according to the Louisiana Department of Health, the state has had 159,304 confirmed COVID-19 cases and 5,143 deaths related to the virus. Our parish has experienced 5,952 confirmed cases of the virus with over 130 deaths.

We shouldn’t move into the next phase of recovery prematurely, just because some people are tired of following the rules and regulations. As long as we have people refusing to wear masks and social distance, these numbers will keep rising. contact Calli Sinclair at sinclac@warhawks.ulm.edu

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NEWS

Health

University

Fund to support ULM community with programs, tuition assistance National Guard provides free COVID-19 testing

by Loryn Kykendall If you’ve been considering getting tested for COVID-19, now is the time to do it. Starting today, there is free testing in the parking lot between US-165 and the Liew Family International Student Center.

The testing is being provided by the Louisiana National Guard, partnered with the Louisiana Department of Health.

It’s available to students, faculty, staff and members of the Monroe community.

Pre-registration is not required, but it is preferred. When you pre-register, you should arrive at the testing site with either your QR code on your phone or printed out.

If you don’t register beforehand, you’ll have to do it once you get there and it’ll just take a little longer. Register at DoINeedaCOVID19test.com.

This testing will only be available Monday through Friday for the next two weeks, ending on Oct. 2.

Monday through Thursday testing will be available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Fridays from 9 a.m. until noon.

Once at the test site, you’ll have to provide your phone number and email address. An ID is not required.

It should take between three and five days to get the results, which will be provided through email. If you test positive, you’ll also be getting a phone call.

According to Shane Dykes, the environmental, health and safety officer, all students are required to report their positive test to the Counseling Center.

Testing is open to anyone aged five years and older, and anyone under 16 must have a guardian present.

The test will consist of a nose swab, which will be self-administered. You’ll swab your own nose, and there will be professionals watching to make sure it is done correctly.

Then, the sample will be sealed and dropped into a container on your way out. contact Loryn Kykendall at kykendalllk@warhawks.ulm.edu

Ron, Christine Berry establish Opportunity Fund

by Loryn Kykendall On Tuesday morning, the week before Ronald Berry took office, he walked into his office and found a check on his desk for $100,000. The accompanying note said: “I want to make sure ULM’s new president gets off on the right foot.”

The check was a donation to the ULM Opportunity Fund, which was created by Ron and Christine Berry.

On Berry’s first day in office, a press conference was held so the Berry family could announce the establishment of this new fund and explain its purpose.

Kelsey Bohl, executive director of marketing and university communications, gave some examples of what the fund will be used for.

“It will be used for programs that support diversity, equity and inclusion, tuition assistance for faculty and staff pursuing graduate studies, and the development of leadership programs for students, faculty and staff,” Pole said.

Christine Berry took the opportunity to speak about the future of ULM. She said that we have to start doing more to help students engage and succeed before, during and after college. She also said that it’s going to take more than money to accomplish this.

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GENEROUS DONATION: President Ron Berry speaks at a press conference about the ULM Opportunity Fund, which will help create new programs and assist faculty with graduate tu-

When the Berry family created the fund, they made a personal commitment of $100,000.

So, when that check appeared, they asked themselves, “What do we do now? We’ve already met our goal.”

Berry’s answer to that question is, “Dream a bigger dream.” He said that they will not simply stop raising money because they met their goal. They will just make their goal bigger.

The ULM Foundation said on Monday that

it is donating $200,000 to the fund, which means they’ve already reached $300,000.

Berry said that the money is not just about paying tuition, creating leadership programs or getting students to come back once they leave.

“Today, we announce this gift not because we wanted to give a bunch of money to the university,” Berry said. “We want to change lives.” contact Loryn Kykendall at kykendalllk@warhawks.ulm.edu

Pandemic

Phase 3 has little effect on ULM

by Loryn Kykendall

It’s official, we’ve moved into Phase 3. But, what exactly does that mean for us here at ULM? Not a lot.

Things are mostly staying the same. However, there have been a few rule changes.

Classrooms are now able to have 75% capacity where possible.

Some events in certain buildings can have higher attendance now.

In Bayou Pointe, there was a 50-person maximum during Phase 2, but now they are allowing 250 people as long as they can

maintain six feet of distance.

Stadiums are only allowed to operate at 25% capacity, and will only be selling 25% of the stadium tickets.

Masks are required while entering the stadium and in high-traffic areas of the stadium like restrooms and aisles in the stands. There will be no tailgating permitted.

According to Shane Dykes, the environmental, health and safety officer, just because classrooms are allowed 75% capacity does not mean that all other buildings are. The capacity for each place

on campus depends on the building’s use.

And, most classes still won’t allow 75% capac- Shane Dykes ity, because they won’t be able to contain that many students while still keeping everyone at least six feet apart.

Masks and social distancing are still required everywhere on campus.

Anyone who test positive for the virus is still required to report

their case to the Counseling Center, and anyone who’s been in contact with an infected individual must quarantine for two weeks.

According to Governor John Bel Edwards, we will likely stay in Phase 3 until there’s a widelyavailable vaccine.

He also said that it’s possible we could have a spike in cases because of schools reopening, Labor Day and Hurricane Laura. If that happens, we may have to go back to Phase 2. contact Loryn Kykendall at kykendalllk@warhawks.ulm.edu

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NEWS

Coronavirus Issues

Pandemic causes uncertainty for international students Housing, travel problems faced during shutdown

by Uchechi Owunna

Anusha Adhikari became anxious after she received an email from ULM informing her of its closure the next day. This short notice gave her and her family merely a day to come up with ways to accommodate this change.

“For a while, there were rumors about international students being deported to their countries so that American citizens will be able to get jobs as the American government attempted to revive its Adhikari economy,” Adhikari, a senior medical laboratory major said.

These rumors made international students very worried about their academic standing, especially students like Adhikari that are in their final year of college.

Once the summer vacation came around, some international students, that were able to, traveled back to their countries to be with their families.

Tram Ngoc Phan, a sophomore marketing major, said that she could not go home until

photo by Kaitlin Maness

AN UNKNOWN FUTURE: World flags flying outside the International Student Center, which has been shut down since last semester.

the summer vacation started because her country closed its borders.

She said that even when they reopened their borders, the flight price was twice the usual rate because they Phan only had one flight to transport the numerous Vietnamese citizens studying in America.

“Even when the school reopened, we were required to quarantine ourselves,” Phan said. “I was lucky to have a relative that lived close to school, but some of my Vietnamese friends could not come back to school. Because they did not have a place to stay since the International Student Center has been closed since school shut down last semester.”

Grace Ebang, a P1 pharmacy school student, said that even though she did not go through any major issues since she lives

with her family in Maryland, she found it strange when she was told that she would not need to quarantine herself upon returning to school.

“Some of the international students that had to quarantine themselves were not aware that they would have to do so before Ebang coming back on campus,” Ebang said. “It was a stressful time for some of my friends because they had to worry about where they would stay while also studying for their classes online.”

Adhikari said that when the school shut down last semester, she could not go home because of the uncertainty to whether she would be able to come back to school when it reopened. She said since she lived in the dorms, she had nowhere to cook her food because the International Student Center was also closed.

“I could not also go home for the summer because of travel restrictions. I know that the school tried to be thoughtful towards the international students by leaving the dorms and cafeteria open,” Adhikari said.

“But when I saw students going home to their families after the campus closed down, I felt homesick and wanted to be with my family.” contact Uchechi Owunna at owunnaud@warhawks.ulm.edu

Career

How to prepare for job interviews

by Loryn Kykendall

If you can’t do well in an interview, then getting that new job opportunity will be difficult. It doesn’t matter how great your resume is, or what kind of degree you have. Nobody wants an employee who cannot communicate their abilities, skills and thoughts effectively.

Interviews are something it seems everyone struggles with, and college students are no different. But, if you learn how to approach interviews properly, it can help you perform better and feel more prepared for them.

Colm Bourke, the career coach at the Career Center, taught a workshop on interview skills for this purpose.

Before an interview, you should research the company. Read their mission statement, learn what they

stand for.

You should also learn as much as you can about the job you’re applying for. Know the exact job title, responsibilities, qualifications and certifications. It’s likely the employer will base their questions on the job description, so know what it is and how to explain why you’re the best person to handle those tasks.

There are a lot of ways you should prepare yourself for the interview. For example, know your resume. Anything in your resume could be brought up during the interview, so be ready to talk about it.

Prepare for questioning by imagining tough questions they might ask, and think of how you would respond to that.

There are also some common interview questions that you’re likely

to be asked, like what your greatest strengths and weaknesses are.

They’ll most likely ask you to tell them about yourself. When this happens, you should have your elevator pitch prepared, which means you should be able to tell them the most important information they need to know about you in under 90 seconds.

Most importantly, when they ask you if you have any questions for them, always have some.

“You certainly shouldn’t be going in there thinking that you’re the only one looking to impress,” Bourke said.

“Asking questions to the employer is a must.”

Lauren Weeks, a communication major, attended because she is a senior and wants to be as prepared as she can be for when she graduates.

She said she learned things from the workshop that she’d never thought of before.

“I was surprised when the speaker recommended not to sit down until the interviewer asks you to,” Weeks said. “He explained how it could be considered rude and unprofessional.”

No matter how prepared you are, it’s still hard not to be nervous during an interview. Remember to control any

nervous habits you have, like gumchewing and foot-tapping.

One way to control your nerves during an interview is to put things in perspective. Know that the fact you actually made it to the interview process means they already liked your resume and qualifications.

The person interviewing you was once where you are now, being interviewed for their job.

After the interview, write a short thank you note to the employer and put it in the mail that day. Figure out if you really want the job; decide what you are going to do if it’s offered to you.

“I definitely feel more prepared than before,” Weeks said. “After learning a few tips, I already feel more confident about the interviewing process.” contact Loryn Kykendall at kykendalllk@warhawks.ulm.edu

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FREESTYLE

Lifestyle

Foolproof guide to maintaining a healthy relationship with your roommate

by Chelsea Terrell

How do you like living with a roommate? This a question that has multiple answers. Some may have good things to say, while others may have horror stories. Having a roommate is more complicated than one can even imagine.

Max Mckey, a freshman radiologic technology major, walked into his dorm not knowing his random roommate.

“We are the same person, so the adjustment to dorm life was easy and painless,” McKey said.

Thankfully the two roommates get along great, but not everyone is so lucky with their first roommate.

Senior kinesiology major, Brennan Young’s relationship with her first roommate was nonexistent. The two barely spoke or even remotely became friends causing their living situation to be very awkward. Although roommates will not always be best friends, maintaining a friendly relationship prevents future living problems.

When you first move in with a roommate, Young it is best to create boundaries and group rules so one does not overstep or upset the other. This is especially important when more than two people are living in a dorm or apartment. Agreeing on ground rules and being aware of each other’s wants and needs will make the living environment more peaceful.

Communication is the key to all relationships, even with roommates. When you have an issue with something your roommate does, tell them. Address the problem while they are small as soon, as you notice it. Do not wait until they are

Photo by Prajal Prasai

COMFORTABLE LIVING: Having a roommate can be stressful, but effective communication can get rid of that stress.

huge. Most times, your roommate does not even know there is a problem.

A common conflict between many roommates is chores and cleaning. No one wants to clean up their roommates’ messes.

Rylee Bennett, senior psychology major, has lived with the same roommate for three years and they still find themselves arguing over chores.

“I am someone who sees a mess and immediately cleans it up. My roommate is not like that, so it causes conflicts. If you have a roommate that cleans up on their own, count your

blessings,” Bennett said.

Also, always consider your roommate when you invite guests over. Communicate and let them know who is visiting and when.

Most life-long memories are made between roommates in college, just always remember to maintain a good, friendly relationship. Have respect for one other and communicate. contact Chelsea Terrell at terrelcl@warhawks.ulm.edu

Recreation

Warhawks’ favorite spots for relaxation

by Chelsea Terrell

photos courtesy U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

DE-STRESS ON THE BAYOU: There are many places for ULM students to relax including Black Bayou Lake National Life Refuge.

After spending all week on Zoom and in the classroom, everyone needs a break. When you need to get away from all that stress, go get some fresh air and enjoy the many recreational areas and fun activities on and off campus.

If you are a nature-lover, there are five national wildlife refuges and multiple parks in Monroe. The state parks in Monroe include Forsythe Park, Bayou Park and Kiroli Park.

There is also Black Bayou Lake National Life Refuge that has beautiful nature trails. There is a pier that extends over the bayou and is the perfect spot for fishing with a beautiful view.

“Black Bayou National Wildlife Refuge is by far my favorite place to visit in the Monroe area. It offers a great location for my two favorite things: Hunting and fishing,” John Tyler Gault, a sophomore, said.

If you are into museums, there are several throughout Monroe, such as the Biedenharn Museum and Garden, Masur Museum and the Chennault Aviation & Military Museum.

One of the most famous recreational places to visit is the Duck Commander Warehouse, which is only twenty minutes away from campus.

But there are a lot of fun things to do on campus as well. Many students enjoy going to the Activity Center.

Mia Harper, junior health studies major, said, “The AC has great equipment for any workout you are wanting to do.”

There are activities such as bas-

ketball, ping pong and racquetball.

There is also a weight room and cardiovascular area.

The Activity Center has something that fits every student. It has several services like group exercise classes, a sauna and the Hawk’s Nest. One of the popular group exercise classes is the Zumba class. Most students who attend this class find themselves coming back again and again.

The University and Bayou Parks are also two great spots on campus to spend an afternoon. In University Park, you can watch and participate in intramurals. There are multiple events and activities that occur in Bayou Park such as CAB and SGA sponsored events.

Another fun way to spend time on the bayou is renting a kayak from the ULM Wesley Foundation and enjoying the amazing view. contact Chelsea Terrell at terrelcl@warhawks.ulm.edu

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FREESTYLE

Movie Review

‘Mulan’ fails expectations, different from original

by Ashlyn Dupree

Let me go ahead and save you the trouble before you pay $30 to watch the live action Mulan. It’s not worth your time or money.

When you first heard about the new “Mulan” movie, you were probably as excited as I was. I saw the live action “Aladdin” and while Disney didn’t exactly stick to the original movie, it was a great representation of the cartoon version.

So, I was expecting “Mulan” to be like the “Aladdin” movie with similar conceptions but minor details changed. Unfortunately, “Mulan” was not.

The live action “Mulan” completely uprooted the original movie and planted new roots no one was expecting.

First, prepare yourself because all of your favorite musical scenes are gone. No more of the classics like “Honor to Us All,” “I’ll Make a Man Out of You” and “A Girl Worth Fighting For.” Instead, “Reflection” and “Loyal Brave True” are played in the background. These songs were not their

own scenes. The movie no longer has its enjoyable moments of music.

Without the original songs, the movie loses its ability to evoke emotions and to bring comedic relief.

Through the song, “A Girl Worth Fighting For,” we can laugh at the silly moments of Mulan and her new buddies she meets when training to fight.

Second, the actors to play each character were poorly picked. Yao, Ling and Chien Po did not represent the original cartoons well.

Each of the characters had similar body types. None of the characters seemed to resemble the original cartoons.

Even Shan Yu, the leader who wants to kill the emperor, does not look scary. He doesn’t evoke the same fear the original “Mulan” created.

Let’s not forget Mushu isn’t even in the movie. Mushu’s hilarious comments to Mulan and mischievous

actions make the live action “Mulan” miss their mark. Without Mushu, the comedic value degraded.

Lastly, the new details of “Mulan” aesthetically mess up the original vibe of the movie.

One new detail added is instead of the evil falcon following Shan Yu, there is a witch that turns into a bird named Xianniang.

Xianniang, played by Gongi Li, is at first the right hand woman of Shan Yu. She helps him cause chaos to Mulan and her army. Eventually, Xianniang helps Mulan discover who she is and helps her fight against Shan Yu. Xianniang doesn’t fit the aesthetic of the live action “Mulan” much less the original. It seemed odd to have in the movie.

Overall, this movie was a disappointment. If you are looking for the same plotline of the original “Mulan,” don’t bother. Stick with the animated version and don’t waste your money.

Or just wait until it comes free with your Disney+ subscription. contact Ashlyn Dupree at dupreeaf@warhawks.ulm.edu

TV Recommendations

Shows that will make you fall in love with K-dramas

Crash Landing On You

My Unfamiliar Family

Dr. Romantic 2

Flower of Evil

This 16-episode drama of toe-curling romance will for sure convince even the strictest romance skeptic of the power of love. It follows the journey of Yoon Se Ri, a South Korean fashion entrepreneur, who accidentally lands in the northern side of the demilitarized zone between South Korea and North Korea while paragliding. The drama shows how love blooms between Se Ri and the North Korean military captain who finds her, Ri Jung Hyuk. Se Ri tries to adjust to life in North Korea while Jung Hyuk tries to find a way to send her back home safely.

This drama depicts the dynamic within the modern-day South Korean family. It also shows how one can have friends that are closer than family. More importantly, it perfectly illustrates the consequences of lack of communication in a relationship. This drama will make your stomach hurt from laughing to Han Ye Ri’s tactics as the light-hearted and playful middle child. Her interactions with Choo Ja Hyun, her perfectionistic elder sister, will make you wonder if they knew how much love they exuded by trying not to show it.

If you love “Grey’s Anatomy,” you will love this medical drama. This drama shows the inner workings of a hospital, including the political aspect of it. It narrates the story of how two doctors, from a hospital in the city, navigate working in a rural hospital with high trauma cases. Ahn Hyo Seop, a stubborn resident doctor who will do anything for money, and Lee Sung Kyung, a rule-following resident with the perfect connections in the medical field meet Master Kim. Master Kim is a passionate veteran doctor who is not afraid to bend the rules to save a patient.

Imagine being married to someone and finding out they are not who you thought. That is exactly what happened to detective Moon Chae Won seven years after she married Lee Joon Gi. Joon Gi tries to live a normal life with his wife and daughter after his abnormal childhood. But when his wife finds out about his connection to the cruel case she is currently investigating, he is forced to either confront his demons or run away from them.

The drama is packed with goose-flesh rising suspense, that keeps its audience at the edge of their seats

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THE STUDENT-RUN NEWSPAPER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF LOUISIANA MONROE

September 21, 2020

SPORTS

Football

photos by Calli Sinclair

BENDING TO BOBCATS: ULM Warhawks lose first home game of the season against Texas State Bobcats 38-17, ending a four-game winning streak. There will be another home game on Sept. 26.

ULM ‘bends’ to Bobcats Warhawks lose home opener 38-17 to Texas State

by Cameron Jett

ULM football lost its home opener 38-17, ending a four-game winning streak against the Texas State Bobcats.

The first half of Saturday night’s game saw an opportunistic Texas State football team capitalizing on a Warhawks team that was inefficient with their possessions.

The second half would be another slow start for the Warhawks, as they would go three and out once again on their opening drive.

“Really frustrating game for us,” Matt Viator, head coach, said. “Defensively, I thought we hung in the second half and kind of gave us chance. Gave up too many big plays in the first half.”

The Warhawks offensive unit turned the ball over four times, one coming from a fumble, one coming from an interception, and two from failed 4th down conversions.

Texas State scored on their opening possession after a 10-play, 85-yard drive. ULM would punt on its first drive but would force a three and out on the subsequent Texas State drive.

The offense would make its first trip to the end zone with Colby Suits completing a 20-yard pass to wide receiver Jevin Frett.

The Bobcats would go on to score 17 straight points. Warhawks special teams recovered a punt dropped by the Bobcats return team but would fumble on the first play of the drive.

The Warhawks would score once again inside the final two minutes of the half. Suits would connect to Chan Whitfield on a five-yard pass to bring the score to 14-24 in Texas State’s favor. The Bobcats would catch the Warhawks secondary off guard, completing a pass that would go for a 75-yard touchdown.

The Bobcats would fail to get anything sustainable going and would punt on the fourth play of the possession. The following ULM possession would cumulate in a 28-yard field goal. This kick would be the sole score by the Warhawks in the second half.

While the Warhawks offense looked to be competent, it was unable to cap off many successful drives with scores. It became apparent the mantra of the visiting Bobcats was

“Bend—Don’t break” as the Warhawks failed to put up any points on three drives that got into scoring range. The Warhawks also struggled to keep pace with Tyler Vitts’s dualthreat attack.

ULM’s Colby Suits would go 33-52 with 377 passing yards, and his lone interception being a 100-yard picksix within the final minute of play.

Meanwhile, Texas State quarterback Tyler Vitt would go 14-21 with a pair of passing touchdowns. Vitts would also lead the Bobcats in rushing with 82 of the teams 142 total rushing yards and an 8-yard rush for a score.

ULM’s Josh Johnson would be limited to 51 yards on 17 rushes, with a team total of 67 yards. With the Warhawks playing from behind the entire game, a consistent rushing attack was unable to develop.

On the defensive side, linebacker Travei Webster and safety Austin Hawley would lead the team in tackles with eight each. The Warhawks were able to get nine tackles for a loss. Linebacker Keilos Swinney would also force a fumble.

One positive takeaway for the Warhawks was their offensive line, namely the pass blocking. Suits was sacked just twice despite frequently facing extra rushers. contact Cameron Jett jettcm@warhawks.ulm.edu

DOWN FOR THE COUNT: Warhawk tackles Texas State Bobcat to the ground at home opener on Saturday, Sept. 18.