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VOLUME 90 ISSUE 12
November 10, 2014
Grad student honors fallen friends
Up til Dawn writes for St. Jude P 7
Rape charges dropped against basketball player P 3
Vietnam memorial comes to Monroe
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November 10, 2014
NEWS CALENDAR Monday, 11-10
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Artist Marcia Scott exhibits her “We Are All Related” painting until Nov. 26 in Bry Art Gallery
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Flute Soloist Night in Emy-Lou Bidenharn Recital Hall from 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Tuesday, 11-11 Horn Studio Recital in Emy-Lou Biedenharn Recital Hall from 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Wednesday, 11-12 Move Night “Guardians of the Galaxy” in the SUB Ballroom from 8 11:30 p.m.
Thursday, 11-13 ULM Jazz Ensemble Concert in Brown Auditorium from 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Friday, 11-14 3rd Annual Alumni and Industry Gathering all day ULM Wind Ensemble Concert in Brown Auditorium from 7:30 - 9 p.m. ULM Volleyball vs Arkansas State at Fant-Ewing Coliseum at 6 p.m.
Saturday, 11-15 30th Annual Chili Cookoff all day Browse on the Bayou in Brown Theater from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. ULM Women’s Basketball vs William Carey in Monroe at 1 p.m. ULM Football vs University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Monroe at 6 p.m. ULM Men’s Basketball vs University of Alabama at Birmingham in Birmingham, Ala., at 7 p.m.
CORRECTION Last week we incorrectly printed that Derle Long was the director of the opera “Orpheus in the Underworld.” The director of the opera was actually Mark Clark.
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“Isn’t it nice to think that tomorrow is a new day with no mistakes in it yet?” L.M. Montgomery “Anne of Green Gables” Canadian author
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(MCT) — Rite Aid and CVS may face a class action lawsuit for boycotting Apple Pay and other mobile payments systems. San Francisco plaintiffs firm Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe announced this week that it is considering suing the retail giants to force them to reinstate Apple Pay, which they blocked from their stores shortly after its release. The law firm is investigating whether the companies violated antitrust laws aimed at promoting competition by joining forces with other retailers to thwart Apple Pay. Schubert Jonckheer & Kolbe issued a press release earlier this week seeking feedback from customers who would like to use Apple Pay or Google Wallet, a mobile payments offering for the Android ecosystem, in Rite Aid or CVS. So far, the firm has heard from more than 300 people.
(MCT) — U.S. aircraft struck alQaida-linked Islamist forces fighting U.S.-backed moderate rebels Thursday in northern Syria. Activists said the strikes were the first American action since bombing began in Syria in September that helped the rebels, whose supply lines to Turkey are in danger of being cut by the Islamists. The U.S. Central Command denied that the airstrikes were in response to recent attacks by al-Qaida’s Syrian affiliate, the Nusra Front, on the secular rebel groups. Instead, in a statement, Central Command said the attacks focused on what U.S. officials call the Khorasan Group, a unit of senior al-Qaida commanders who American officials claim were dispatched to Syria to plan attacks against U.S. and other Western targets. Central Command acknowledged five strikes on Khorasan targets.
TODAY IN HISTORY
(MCT) — Molly Shattuck, a former Baltimore Ravens cheerleader and estranged wife of multi-millionaire Mayo A. Shattuck III, has been arrested and charged with rape and unlawful sexual contact with a 15-year-old boy, Delaware State Police said Wednesday. The 47-year-old mother of three and prominent philanthropist is accused of giving alcohol to the boy, her son’s classmate, and performing oral sex on him at a Delaware beach house, according to an affidavit for a search warrant filed in Baltimore County District Court. Shattuck was arraigned Wednesday morning in Delaware and released on $84,000 bond. Shattuck did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Shattuck and her husband, the former CEO of Constellation Energy, filed for divorce in September.
(MCT) — The human rights group Amnesty International said Wednesday that Israel had displayed “callous indifference” and in some cases committed war crimes when it bombed scores of homes of suspected militants, sometimes killing entire families, during last summer’s war in Gaza. The attacks on family homes of suspected operatives was the signature tactic of the 50-day Israeli campaign against Hamas and allied militant groups in the Gaza Strip in July and August. Israel’s declared aims of the war, which included bombardments from land, sea and air, followed by a ground offensive, were to stop rocket fire at Israel and destroy networks of tunnels, some of which reached into Israel. The Israeli Foreign Ministry dismissed the Amnesty International report as biased, saying that it ignored war crimes by Hamas.
Break Through!
Nov. 10 1969: National Education Television in the United States debuts “Sesame Street” 1983: Bill Gates introduces Windows 1.0 1989: German citizens begin to bring the Berlin Wall down 2008: Over five months after landing on Mars, NASA delcares the Pheonix mission concluded after communications with the lander are lost Birth: Josh Peck, American actor, is born in 1986 Death: Dean O’Banion, IrishAmerican mobster and rival of Al Capone, is shot to death in 1924
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Kenzee Jackson breaks through the Mountianeer defense Saturday in Kiddbrewer stadium.
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NEWS
Freshman cleared of all rape charges by Dakota Ratley
University of Louisiana at Monroe student, Roderick Taylor was cleared of all accusations of rape Thursday by a grand jury of the fourth district. “The University of Louisiana at Monroe has adopted procedures to promptly and fairly investigates and resolves complaints of sexual misconduct,” said Pamela Jackson, Dean of Students. According to Jackson, this process involves an impartial investigation of the complaint and the opportunity for both parties to present witnesses and other evidence within designated and reasonably prompt timeframes. “Because of the criminal investigation and judicial process, the university temporarily delayed the fact-finding portion of the disciplinary investigation in compliance Taylor with Title IX. After receiving notice of the completion of the criminal investigation, ULM will promptly
resume the grievance process with an appropriate, reliable and impartial investigation,” Jackson said. Taylor, a basketball player, was arrested and accused of forcible rape in connection with an incident that allegedly took place on campus in October. Taylor was asked to leave campus following the accusation and complete coursework from home. Taylor was not allowed to participate in ULM basketball. Allegedly, Taylor and the complainant agreed to meet over social media. The two drove to an overflow parking lot on campus where the reported incident took place. The complainant later reported the incident to the police. Soon after the accusation, a required investigation was conducted, as stated in Title IX. Title IX was created in 1972 and prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activists seeking funds. The law offers such rights as protection from the suspect and a speedy investigation.
Title IX does not apply to female students only
Schools must respond to complaints promptly
Schools must have established procedure
Schools can’t discourage you from pursuing an education
contact Dakota Ratley at ratleydl@warhawks.ulm.edu
SGA awards RSO scholarships by Sabrina Simms
Guest speaker Emily Alpha requested a $500 scholarship on behalf of the College of Pharmacy, LSHP, during the SGA meeting last Tuesday. This scholarship would aid the LSHP in their traveling expenses for the annual weekend conference located in New Orleans. At this conference, students will present their research and potentially win awards. This trip will take place at the end of May, the weekend after final exams. “As president, I’d like to at least be able to cover the cost of hotel expenses for the trip,” said Alpha, junior pharmacy major. On Nov. 11, the annual Veteran Appreciation Ceremony will take place starting at 10:30 a.m. “The Veteran ceremony is put on by Career Connections. SGA student and marine Cody Parker, and a mix of students, faculty and staff will be honored. They will each be called up individually,” said Laura Knotts, director of Student Life. Also coming up is the annual
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$89, 253.36 Holidays at ULM event, during which the ULM Coral and Sound of Today Band will perform and the University will be lit up with festive decorations and lights. This event will take place on Nov. 25. SGA members proposed that a canned food drive also be held during this time. This motion is currently being discussed. SGA members moved to award Alpha Phi Alpha a $500 sponsorship for their Miss Black and Gold pageant coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 18. SGA
voted in favor of this movement, and will receive free admission to the event. SGA members took to Scott Plaza to gather student opinion concerning what should be done with the Natatorium. Senators had a white board where students could voice their opinions quickly by writing what they thought on the board. contact Sabrina Simms at simmse@warhawks.ulm.edu
BRIEFS
Miss ULM Lauren Ford expands pageant platform After being crowned Miss University of Louisiana at Monroe 2015, Lauren Ford, a pharmacy major, immediately began preparing for the Miss Louisiana competition. However, Ford has taken a break from preparation to support her platform “Character Counts!” Ford paticipated in a week dedicated to the organization, using various forms of social media to raise awareness and doing random acts
of kindness to inspire students. Ford said that while college s t u d e n t s know what character is, it Ford is important to bring her lessons and experience to campus as the current Miss ULM and representative of the university.
Famous journalist to present new book Leo Honeycutt, award winning journalist , author and West Monroe native, will visit ULM to present his new book on CenturyLink’s founder, Clarke Williams. His book, “Nice Guy Finishes First: The Clarke Williams Story- How one man’s belief in the Golden Rule transformed a small company into CenturyLink,” focuses on the life of
Williams. Honeycutt said that Williams is a fascinating, inspirational story inside the fascinating story of the chaotic way telephones were developed. According to Honeycutt, the book also delves into the pitfalls of working with friends and family. Honeycutt will present Wednesday, Nov. 12 in the ULM library.
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OPINION HAWKEYE P.O.V.
Celebs also victim to cyberbullying
Don’t be a Grinch Thanksgiving is the forgotten holiday. It’s time to accept that fact and let people enjoy their day-afterHalloween Christmas joy. Stop shaming people into suppressing their holiday happiness and join in on the premature caroling and Hallmark movie marathons. With all the stress and sadness that surrounds us as students, anything that brings us relief is welcome. Sure, it’s annoying for some to see people completely skip over Thanksgiving and see Walmart shelves lined with Santa dolls while it’s still 80 degrees outside, but is it so bad to want to spread a little cheer? Is it so bad to want to be warm and eat comforting food and share it with people you love? Maybe campus as a whole should make an effort to join in on the festivities a little sooner. The campus waits until after Thanksgiving to bring out most of the wreaths and lights, only to have them out for a week before we all disappear for the holidays. And during that week, we are all so busy with final exams and moving, we barely take a second to pause and enjoy how beautiful the library is draped in lights or how great it is that students take the time to decorate mini Christmas trees in their dorms. This year, we should all start celebrating a little early. We should take the time to put up our lights and trees even if it is only November, so we can enjoy the holidays together. It’s never too early to be happy and to spread happiness, and you should never let anyone discourage you from doing so. After all, isn’t that what the holiday season is all about?
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SABRINA SIMMS Many have heard about proper netiquette rules in their first high school computer class. But after many instances of scrolling through a long chain of cyber harassment, it would seem that very few let that message sink in. When drama finds its way on the web, it is broadcast for the whole world to see. This can be a serious problem, especially for young college students hoping to land a career. Is this how individuals would present themselves to their potential employers? One of the many things that those employers may check is the social media, and they may not always like what they find there. From pictures to posts, everything is visible and nothing is ever truly deleted. But being lectured on what we post online is nothing new. We’ve been told since we were
in junior high how important it is to monitor our own profiles for the sake of teachers and future employers. We’ve been taught about cyberbullying and spamming our peers. However, the effects of cyberbullying go much farther than hurting our career prospects. People often don’t realize that the comments posted can actually hurt people other than themselves. Usually, when a person knowingly posts something negative about coworkers or peers online, that person knows what he or she is doing. This too is not news to this generation. On the other hand, when a person posts negatively about a popular topic such as the latest pop star, he or she doesn’t always realize that there are real people who are affected by these comments. We’ve been told it’s wrong to hurt and embarrass ourselves and each other, but are celebrities excluded from our wrath? When the young local celebrity John Luke Robertson announced his engagement to Mary Kate McEacharn, the media didn’t hesitate to broadcast them. Along with the posts of “congratulations” and “so happy for you,” the couple also received numerous discouraging posts from the public. Several of the posts were about the age of the couple and waiting a few years. After scrolling a little farther, some
on the web even went as far as stating that McEacharn only wanted his money while others posted that she has a large forehead. Perhaps people don’t realize that it is still called cyberbullying when the topic is about famous couples, but it is. Thankfully, the young couple didn’t seem to be phased by these comments, but that doesn’t mean the comments were not hurtful. Even though celebrities have all their personal business broadcast, they are still real people with feelings just like everyone else on the planet. Words may seem harmless on the surface, but on the inside they can eat at one’s soul until it seems like there is nothing left that is worth living for. Unfortunately, drama and negativity is like a disease that can’t always be voiced face-to-face, and both are often released on Facebook. With the speed and efficiency that technology allows, this viral disease that plagues human emotion can spread faster than any other illness known to man. But the cure is simple. If individuals would simply mind what they post online and show a level of maturity, we could save the world a lot of headache and heartache. All that is required is just a little thought before you click “post.” contact Sabrina Simms at simmsse@warhawks.ulm.
Tejal’s tips for having an online presence: 1. Don’t be a jerk. Not everything needs negativity and anger. The national news supplies enough of that. 2. Offer substance. Don’t post your every thought and bodily function. And stop sharing posts that tell me I hate my mom if I don’t “like” or share it. 3. Don’t be gross. Straighten out your duck lips and put your tongue in your face. You are not Miley Cyrus. 4. Stop looking for attention. Being drunk and halfnaked in all your pictures is not cute, and I doubt you’ll make any wholesome friends. 5. Be social. Keep up with family and friends, share pictures and let everyone know what you’ve been up to. That’s what social media is all about.
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OPINION
Racism still present in polls Garrett Boyte Last week’s midterm elections painted a not-so-pretty picture for the Democratic Party. But the Democrats deserved and continue to deserve to lose. They’ve shown to be gutless, spineless, yellow-bellied individuals ever since this cycle started. Our country has been in economic recovery for the past six years. Seven million people now have health insurance thanks to the Affordable Care Act. And unemployment is below six percent. Our military presence in the Middle East has declined. Government transparency has increased. We’ve seen Wall Street reform and consumer protection. And spending has been lower than any time since Eisenhower was president. And all of this under the leadership of Socialist, Kenyan com-
munist. At least, that’s what they call him in public. I can only imagine what terms people use in the privacy of their country clubs and prayer rallies. The problem we faced this election season was that the Democrats failed to own up to their title. They ran away from the president because he’s unpopular. Candidates like Mary Landrieu opted to have Hillary and Bill Clinton stump for them because they’re safe. Now would be the time that I say something about the Democrats losing because America is still an incredibly racist country, but I think I’ll spare the online administrator of this paper’s website the pain of having to approve the comments that will surely come from all the racists with a black friend. Instead, I want to talk about how the Democrats have succumbed to their own racism in failing to claim the president and all of his achievements. It’s a very important midterm cycle and the Democrats treated their MVP as if he were that one family member we all hope doesn’t show up for Thanksgiving dinner. For goodness sake, it’s 2014 people! I mean it’s not like the president is gay. You’d think the party of liberal utopists wouldn’t be afraid to decry the clear racism of the electorate. But no, they placated the fear and intolerance of the average voter by keeping a man with a hefty list of accomplishments and the first black president of this country at arm’s length. Now before this goes any further, I feel I need to clear something up for those who slept through freshman sociology.
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Racism does not mean you hate black people. Racism is systemic oppression and control over a minority group within a population. I am a racist. Not because I hate black people (I don’t), but because I take part in a system that inherently benefits me because I am a white man. I recognize this. I don’t like it. I don’t think it’s fair. But I can say it exists. Having a black friend or black friends or having black family members or even having a black child or lover does not automatically remove you from being racist. It should make you more aware of racism in its everyday forms. But it does not exclude you from that moniker. Even as I’m writing this, I know that my privilege allows me to be able to voice this opinion and for it to be at least heard, which is more than most black people can say. All I’m asking is for the white people in this country to accept the fact that we live in a racist society. The research is there. The statistics are there. Or you could even talk to your one black friend and ask him or her if racism still exists in this country. Because it does exist. It’s in our schools. It’s in our justice system. It’s in the ivory towers and the streets of our suburbs. And apparently it’s in our voting booths. contact Garrett Boyte at boytejg@warhawks.ulm.edu
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NEWS
International patent and awards given to pharmacy school by Stacy Reppond
ULM’s School of Pharmacy recently earned regional, national and international recognition. A research team earned the university’s first-ever dual United States and international patent for Vitamin E compounds with enhanced anticancer qualities. The patent called “Tocotrienol Derivatives and Associated Methods” is based on compounds created by faculty members Khalid El Sayed, Paul Sylvester and alumnus and former pharmacy graduate student Fathy Behery. Khalid El Sayed, professor of medicinal and natural products chemistry, said, “The Vitamin E group is the best example of multidisciplinary coordinated research efforts.” El Sayed said they were approached based on Sylvester’s reputation with Vitamin E. Sylvester assembled the team in terms of expertise and direction like a small factory. “That was a perfect example of
a small pharmaceutical company within the ULM School of Pharmacy,” El Sayed said. El Sayed attributed to the patent’s impact to its use and work with natural products. He said 50 percent of today’s drugs like chemotherapeutics to treat cancer are based on natural products. Paul Sylvester, professor of pharmacology, called it a “drug discovery with the potential of a commercial windfall for the university.” According to Sylvester, El Sayed created some “really beautiful compounds” after tackling challenges with the natural Vitamin E compounds being fat-soluble and making it more water-soluble. Sylvester said there are limits on “how much you can get into the body,” as they tried to make it more potent while maintaining an optimal balance. Sylvester also said these new compounds are “more effective as anticancer agents.” “These things have tremendous potential in terms of treatment for cancer but also other things,” Sylvester said.
image courtesy of Khalid El Sayed
Compound 11, 2-Aminoethanol was one of the compounds improved to become an anti-cancer agent.
Sylvester said the “very strong patent” was years in the making but had a quick approval time for international patents of around three years. ULM’s Vitamin E team also included Amal Kaddoumi and Sami Nazzal. In addition to faculty recognition for the patent, students received recognition for recent accomplishments.
Pharmacy students won several awards at the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists mid-year regional meeting in Austin, Texas. ULM’s chapter received the Chapter Challenge Award after earning the most points in the region. Through Operation Diabetes, 176 student pharmacists offered diabetes education and clinical services to
1,257 patients in Louisiana last year. Hannah Holbrook, a pharmacy student and Operation Immunization Chairperson, said, “Even as students, we can be leaders and have an impact on patients.” In addition to the awards, ULM’s Operation Immunization was selected to host a roundtable discussion. contact Stacy Reppond at repponsm@warhawks.ulm.edu
Students explore BCM hall in need of repairs campus for science by Gwendolyn Ducre
by Josh Dean
Several students within the atmospheric science program went to an event Sunday at Texas A&M where they were able to tour the university’s atmospheric science facilities and associate with others within the major. The ULM students were able to see and learn about equipment utilized within the field, walk through A&M’s atmospheric science classrooms and gaze through their cloud observatory. Holly Mallinson said that she learned a lot about what her future held. “I learned a lot about graduate school and research and what that’s like, since that’s what I want to do after graduating ULM,” said Mallinson, a junior atmospheric science major. Students were able to compare and contrast the types of classes taken at A&M for the major to those here at ULM.
Elisa Murillo said that the same degree could consist of different classes from different universities. “It’s strange but cool that depending on where you go dictates what classes you take for the degree,” said Murillo, a junior atmospheric science major. The experience provided students with insight into some of the programs offered at the school within atmospheric science, which mainly focused on research. Stephen Kreller said the Research Experience for Undergraduates is offered at Texas A&M. “The REU program provides a great opportunity for students within atmospheric science to perform research with their professors,” said Kreller, a junior atmospheric science major. Kreller valued the chance to meet other atmospheric science students. contact Josh Dean at deanj@warhawks.ulm.edu
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A blue bucket sits in the corner collecting the water that leaks from the ceiling. It’s time for renovation. That is exactly what the Baptist Collegiate Ministry (BCM) fellowship hall will undergo. Though renovations will not begin until funding is complete, the blueprints and mock building have been approved and completed. Chad McClurg, BCM Director, said he hopes to finish fundraising by fall 2016. The BCM primarily suffers from water damage both inside and outside of the building. There has been flooding, missing roof tiles and unoccupied rooms that were designed for student use including some popular hangout rooms. Paul Ware, a junior communications major, said that he would like to be able to play some of his activities in the rooms that have been blocked off due to water damage. “I think the game room, lodge café and green room are the most structurally pressing concerns in the renovation plans,” said Ware. “I’d personally really enjoy playing billiards with my buddies again.” Ware also said the closing of some rooms encouraged students to interact more with other students. “I’ve met a lot of people in the smaller space than I might have because of their distance throughout the building,” Ware said. Some students said the building isn’t just a place for worship, but it’s also a great way to meet new people, a
Pikes put paws to work for pups in need
Students debate merits of marijuana legalization
place to study and a stress-free zone. If the building doesn’t undergo renovations, the time span of the building could soon come to an end. McClurg said the process has been overwhelming, but a learning experience to say the least. Through fundraising, he’s seen a lot of people who are willing to help just by the good work of the ministry. “It’s a lot of work, but it’s motivating,” said McClurg. “We want to be here for the next generation.” The entire building will be bulldozed Ware down to have a completely new look. The entrance will be shifted at an angle, giving more space for extra rooms. The building will also feature a larger worship room to seat more students. There will be apartments built on the BCM’s lot that will be available for worship leaders. The BCM welcomes all and plans to continue its worship in the building until renovation starts. Renovations will not interfere with worships and events. There will be accommodations made possible for those who wish to still partake in worship. The BCM was built in 1970 and has been a fellowship and worship hall for all students since.
contact Gwendolyn Ducre at ducregk@wwarhawks.ulm.edu
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NEWS
2014 Midterm election results Bill Cassidy Republican United States Senate 40.96%
image courtesy of Emi McIntyre Harris
Up ‘til Dawn executive board members celebrate the night with balloons Thursday in the SUB ballrooms.
Teams take night to write letters, emails for St. Jude
Mary Landrieu Democrat United States Senate 42.08%
Event posts awareness for patients in need by Kate Huff
Students put pens and keyboards to work raising money during Up ‘til Dawn’s annual letter sending event. Teams wrote to family and friends asking for donations and shared the event through social media. Executive board member Courneishia James said that the event was important to Up ‘til Dawn due to it raising awareness within the student body. “It helps get everyone involved. It gives them an opportunity to get involved with St. Jude and learn more about the organization,” said James, a junior toxicology major. James said that she joined the organization not because she was personally affected by cancer but due to her desire to help wherever she could. “I have a heart for this organization and giving back. This is a good way to give back on a national level where I can grow and network with people that share the same goal,” James said. James said that she expected more people but was happy to share the night with those that attended.
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Lindsay Moore writes letters Thursday in the SUB ballrooms.
“There were a lot of good people who care about the organization,” James said. Shelbi Penny, a sophomore mathematics major, joined a team after wanting to participate last year. Penny gathered a team and hopes to make a difference. “St. Jude is something truly amazing. It costs millions of dollars a day to run and just giving a small part of that back is something amazing,” Penny said. According to Penny, the average amount raised during the letter sending event averages at $12,000. Drake Graves, a member of the Kappa Alpha team, said that his fraternity decided to participate as
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another way to give back. “It was one more selfless thing that we could do to show the community that Kappa Alpha cares,” said Graves, a freshman nursing major. Graves, a team captain, said that he saw it as an opportunity to give sick children a chance. “We can show that we as a community care and support them. It’s a great way to get others to support such a wonderful cause,” Graves said. Up ‘til Dawn fundraising will continue through the end of the semester. To form a team, students can contact any member of the Up ‘til Dawn executive board.
Jamie Mayo Democrat 5th District US Representative
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Runoff elections will be held:
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Ralph Lee Abraham Republican 5th District US Representative
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NEWS
Trees planted in honor of ULM veterans by Kate Huff and Amber McCormick
The sun broke on a cloudy Saturday as Dennis Bell, Bobby Bentz and Nell Calloway planted the first memorial tree dedicated to Bentz’s close friends fallen in battle. John Edward Carmack and Darryl Verdue Barnes were killed in action while serving during the Vietnam war. Bentz said that Barnes played baseball at ULM. “Had he not been killed, he would have gone pro,” Bentz said. Bentz said that he wanted to remind people that both his friends had lived. “We walk where they walk, go to the stores that they went to. They were alive,” Bentz said. The trees planted in Carmack and Barnes’ honor are Ceiba trees, which flower yearly. The trees produce a pink and white blossom and the trunk of the tree has large thorns which secrete an oil used in their original home as a natural painkiller. Bell described the planting of the trees as “experimental” as they are subtropical. Bell said the trees were grown in the ULM greenhouse until they were ready to be planted. “These are subtropical trees, and we’re hoping they grow. If not, we’ll plant something else,” Bell said. Bell hopes that the trees can be appreciated by the families of both Carmack and Barnes as a living monument to their sacrifices. Leeann Holley was visiting the memorial before her students will Monday. Holley, a second grade teacher at Hillcrest Elementary in Ruston, was looking for the surnames of each of her students on the wall. “This way they will have a connection and it wont just be a collection of names,” Holley said. The traveling Vietnam Memorial wall has over 58,000 names of men who were either killed in action or are still considered missing in action. Names are added as soldiers are identified.
photo by Daniel Russell
Bobby Bentz and Dennis Bell plant the second memorial tree, dedicated to Bentz’s friends John Edward Carmack and Darryl Vendue Barnes. Carmack and Barnes were killed in action during the Vietnam War.
The wall is three-fifths the size of the memorial in Washington, D.C. Calloway, director of the Chennault Museum of Aviation, said that the opening day of the memorial was attended by over 5,000 visitors, more than half of which were children. “My heart is to educate our youth about the price that has been paid for our freedom. If we don’t, then they’re not going to take up the cause of our freedom and we’re not going to stay free,” Calloway said. Calloway also said even though the wall is a symbol of the horrors of war and the cost of freedom, those on the wall are heroes. “There are so many men out here that did make it home, and live fruitful lives. The kids need to
realize that just because you join the military it isn’t a death sentence,” Calloway said. Calloway is the granddaughter of Claire Lee Chennault. Chennault served as a general in World War II and was considered a hero of the Chinese people. Chennault is honored by the Chennault Aviation Museum. The memorial wall was raised with the help of several members of PIKE and Pow Mia. Pow Mia is a motorcycle organization and sponsor of the traveling memorial. J.T Roberts, a freshman toxicology major, said that he helped raise the wall to honor those fallen. “It was a great event to have a part in and
I would definitely do more volunteering for this event and any other event involving our veterans,” Roberts said. Scott Coons, freshman biology major said that he has never lost a family member in a war, but his family is full of veterans and active duty officers. Coons helped raise the wall when it came in on Wednesday evening and he said the reason he decided to help with the raising was both because of his family and for veterans. “If 58,000 men could give their lives for their country then the least I could was help raise their memorial,” Coons said. The ceremony for the wall started with a parade that started at Pecanland Mall and ended in front of the museum. The Grand Marshall of the parade was Si Robertson. Katherine Jones said she initially came out to volunteer through the Mental Health Unit Program but got a better surprise. “Seeing these vets and knowing the sacrifice they made so I could live free as possible was wonderful. Getting to see the high school students in the parade was a plus,” said Jones, a freshman mental health counseling major. According to the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall website, 885 names on the wall are from Louisiana. Of those 885 names, 36 of them are from the Monroe area. Visitors can locate relatives at the location center just outside of the museum. By supplying a name and past place of residence, visitors will be given the name’s location on the wall and escorted to it if they so wish. The Vietnam Memorial Wall comes to town once a year and is available from Nov. 5 until Veterans Day.
contact Amber McCormick at mccormal@warhawks.ulm.edu
Armed suspect near Madison prompts lockdown by Kate Huff
According to a press release by ULM PD, a suspect triggered a lockdown at 4:30 a.m. Friday morning. “Monroe Police officers were pursing a vehicle burglary suspect in the 800 block of Filhiol Ave., and UPD officers in the area assisted,” Officer in Charge Steven Mahon said in the email. Mahon said through the course of the investigation, it was uncovered that the suspect may have stolen a .45 caliber handgun from a vehicle located off-campus. “As a precautionary measure to keep our students safe, a lockdown order was issued while law enforcement
officers searched the area for the suspect,” Mahon said. Monroe Police have concluded their search, and the suspect was not apprehended. “ULM surveillance footage indicated the suspect fled away from campus, so the lockdown order was lifted. The campus returned to normal operations at 5:30am,” Mahon said in the email. The lockdown was lifted at 5:30 a.m. Darren Rindt lives off campus and said while he felt safe, he was worried about those that lived on campus. “If that had been during regular school hours it could have been much worse. Ninety-nine percent of all faculty on campus are unarmed.
There is no legitimate way for us to defend ourselves,” said Rindt, a junior criminal justice major. Jimmy Crockett, a major of the Monroe Police Department, wanted students to be aware of how to protect themselves. “The easiest way to prevent a car theft is to take your keys out of your car and lock it,” Crockett said. Crockett also advised students to try to park in well-lit areas. “Be aware of your surroundings. Criminals are less likely to break into things in well-lit areas. They’d rather break into that car off by itself in the dark,” Crockett said. According to Crockett, during a lockdown students should always
listen to the police. “Our number one priority is the students. It may be an inconvenience for a short time, but it’s for your safety,” Crockett said. Crockett said that while the lockdown had a “good ending,” you never know when a suspect may be angry. “If someone has armed themselves and they are angry, you never know what might happen. They may shoot the first person they see,” Crockett said. Crockett also said that students should always stay within the measures of the lockdown to ensure their personal safety. Crockett said that during a
lockdown officers immediately ensure the safety of students. “After safety is assured we start hunting down the suspect in what some call a pie system. We break the area down like a pie and start from the center,” Crockett said. Crockett said that this system may take time, but it is for student safety in the end. Crockett said gun regulations vary from campus to campus, but asks that all gun owners are safe with their weapons. “If you’re carrying a gun in your car and get stopped, let us know as soon as you are stopped,” Crockett said. contact Kate Huff at huffka@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Student shares Belgium experience Stacy Reppond shares her very first view of Liège, Belgium. Reppond arrived at Liège-Guillemins train station July 6 after traveling by air for over 10 hours from Shreveport, La.
photo by Stacy Reppond
Study abroad provides new insight to war’s effects in Europe by Olivia Barfield
Stacy Reppond presented “Ambiance 1914: La Belgique se souvient Belgium Remembers,” Wednesday night as part of the School of Humanities’ commemoration of the 100th year anniversary of World War I. Reppond is a senior triple major in journalism, French and Spanish at ULM. In her presentation, Reppond shared her experiences of studying abroad in Liège, Belgium. Reppond stayed in Belgium for a month to study French at the Université de Liège. The presentation was largely focused on the World War I commemoration that Reppond was able to attend during her time in Belgium. Reppond began by giving background information of Belgium and its involvement in the war. Reppond then told about a museum exhibit that she visited in Belgium called “J’avais 20 ans en 1914” or “I was 20 years old in 1914.” “This resonated with me,” said Reppond. “I am and I was 20 years old when I went to the museum, but I could never before fathom what life must have been like for a 20-year-old during World War I.” Reppond’s new connection to WWI was extended through Belgium’s commemoration events called “Ambiance 1914.” Several European leaders were present at the commemoration, which emphasized reconciliation because it is always possible. Although some refer to WWI as the “forgotten war,” Reppond disagreed. “By attending this commemoration, I know that we haven’t forgotten,” Reppond said. Students enjoyed hearing of Reppond’s experiences. Jessica Lee said that the interest came through Reppond’s unique storytelling. “I really like how she took us through the
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museum through pictures so we could see the exhibit for ourselves, and how she made it relate to our age group,” said Lee, a sophomore prenursing major. Reppond’s presentation was the last in the School of Humanities series of presentations to commemorate WWI. The end of the war will be remembered at the annual ULM Veterans Appreciation Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, from 10:30-11:30am in the Library Conference Center on the 7th Floor of the library. contact Olivia Barfield at barfieor@warhawks.ulm.edu
photo provided by Stacy Reppond
Clockwise from left to right: Reppond gives presentation detailing her experience in Belgium, Wednesday in Stubbs 100. Reppond poses with her sorority symbol on the Montagne de Bueren, a famous 374 step staircase.
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Students make it from classroom to big screen
photo by Gwendolyn Ducre
University Chorale singing in Biedenharn Hall on Thursday, Nov. 6.
photos courtesy of Amber McCormick
(Left) Tiaira Willis plays Ingrid Phillips. (Right) Nate Nasworthy, playing Dayton Roberts, is also cast in the thriller.
Students land roles in psychological thriller that will be filmed in various areas around Monroe and West Mon roe. by Gwendolyn Ducre
Studying for that chemistry exam could come as a challenge for some. Imagine studying a 90-page script while still having that chemistry test coming up. If that sounds impossible, it’s not for Tiaira Willis, a sophomore psychology major, and Nate Nasworthy, a senior instrumental music education major. Both students have been cast in Monroe’s new upcoming film “Kindred Daunting.” Willis will play Ingrid Phillips, who witnesses a pivotal occurrence in the film. Willis said the auditioning process was nerve-wracking. “…Me being dramatic 70 percent of the time, it wasn’t hard to achieve the role of Ingrid,” Willis said. Time management is a crucial trait to have when one is a full-time student and young actor. Willis said she stays active as she currently serves as the president for the marketing and sales fraternity, Pi Sigma Epsilon. “I try my best to level out everything that is expected of me. I basically carry my planner with me everywhere I go to make sure I’m right on task for each activity I participate in,” Willis said. Willis said she was surprised to be cast because she had a few mistakes during her audition. When she received the call back she immediately called her uncle, who she said is her mom and dad in one.
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Lisa Nasworthy, one of three producers for “Kindred Daunting,” having a readthrough of the script on Nov. 8.
Willis is not new to the filming scene. She first appeared in “Dancer and the Dame,” as an extra. For now, acting serves as just a hobby for Willis. However, she said she takes everything she does seriously. This go-round, Willis will need to channel her character. “I always try to practice with the character I am speaking with,” Willis said. “Kindred Daunting” is a psychological thriller that is based on the novel, “Kindred Daunting” by Monroe native, LaQuita S-Kay. S-Kay
will also be starring in and directing the film. The film tells the story of childhood friends, family and death. The film will have paranormal activity. Working around school and work schedules could be a hassle, but Xplosiv Starzz Productions works with its student actors.
contact Gwendolyn Ducre at ducregk@warhawks.ulm.edu
Concert melodies lift audience by Sabrina Simms
Students, faculty, staff members and other guests packed Biedenharn Recital Hall and awaited the ULM Chorale to begin the performance. The choir was accompanied by pianists Betsy Lowe and Julian Jones along with percussionist Will Hieronymus. Some returning students and instructors waited for the performance in anticipation, while others did not know what to expect as the lights in the recital hall dimmed and the crowded room was suddenly silenced. Antoinette Johnson, a freshman psychology major, said she was indifferent prior to the performance. As the night progressed, Johnson’s opinion changed. She didn’t expect the mood in the recital hall to build the way that it had. In contrast to the soft melodies that were played and sung such as “Lux Aeterna” and “Kyrie,” Hieronymus accompanied the choir with a few upbeat pieces. By the finale, “The Storm is Passing,” the audience was on its feet and began to clap and sing along. “It turned out great actually, especially the ending,” Johnson said. Deborah Chandler, director of Choral Activities, said they have been preparing since before this semester began. “This is one of my favorite events because it’s fairly informal. We always know it’s going to be a packed house, and it’s a short concert. I just love getting the whole audience
photo by Gwendolyn Ducre
involved,” Chandler said. Midway into the performance, Chandler shared her directing duties with graduating student director Armand Wilson. Wilson dedicated the song “The Road Home” to its composer Stephen Paulus who passed away a few weeks prior to the event due to a stroke. Coming up on Nov. 25, the ULM Choral Department will take part in the annual Holidays at ULM Concert, starting at 5:30 p.m. in Brown Auditorium. During this event, many familiar holiday classics will be performed. “Kids will enjoy it because they’ll recognize tunes like ‘Joy to the World,’ ‘Silent Night’ and ‘Away in a Manger.’ We’ll do some of the oldies but goodies. It will be in an aloof atmosphere, kind of like tonight. It’s a family event, so just come on,” Chandler said. contact Sabrina Simms at simmsse@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Return of Rice makes for return of regret
Sometimes you just have to let good things come to an end. That way it lasts in your memory as something beloved and not something that was beat into the ground so severely you had no choice but to bury it. That’s how I feel about the “The Vampire Chronicles” and Anne Rice’s newest book “Prince Lestat.” My excitement for the return of Rice’s iconic vampires doesn’t overshadow the fact that this book
could’ve been better. It could’ve been so much more. New characters are wonderful, but it’s the old characters returning fans came for. Yet many of the fan favorites were reduced to a more cameo-like status while Rice threw us into the point of views of new characters. I found myself rushing through these new narratives because of eagerness to get to parts with old characters only to find there wasn’t much to some of them. Then Rice, who isn’t exactly known for creating strong female characters, kills off two of her strongest female characters. For a book that’s meant to be more of an aftermath to her third book in the series, “Queen of the Damned,” it was very surprising that she decided to kill these two particular ancient vampires. Rice also has a talent for writing a lot without saying much. Her descriptions are beautifully written yet sometimes it’s a
bit overkill. You would think Rice was actually in Renaissance Italy herself. Let your readers’ imaginations do some exercising because it’s not necessary to describe every detail down to how someone turns his or her head. But all of that aside, Rice has brilliant plot. The vampire world is in crisis beideas and is able to craft things that don’t cause of a mysterious voice urging them seem like good ideas into something. A to kill each other and burnings similar to vampire that’s also a rock star? It sounds those of previous antagonist Akasha have really weird, but it worked. begun. In “Prince Lestat,” readers were introThe plot was too similar to “Queen of duced to vampire scientists, which is an the Damned.” interesting side of things that hasn’t realI still loved reading this though, bely been explored before in Rice’s dreamy, cause it’s great knowing that this book is poetic vampire world. currently happening and wasn’t written An eternally 12-year-old vampire with decades before. a radio show? Cool. It’s stuff like this you Hopefully this wonderful series gets don’t normally associate with vampires some positive attention and Rice’s twelfth and it’s great that Rice is exploring these installment “Blood Paradise” makes for a things and new characters after 11 years better comeback. since the last book. contact Ashley Lyons at If only she would’ve explored a better lyonsar@warhawks.ulm.edu
Turtles are friends not food by Whitney Holloway
The turtles of the bayou have become a popular attraction on campus. At any given moment, a student can be found feeding these aquatic creatures, pausing to watch them swim or just glancing over the bridge to see what they’re doing. Cameron Johnson, a senior English major, said seeing the turtles reminds students how turtles can help nature awareness and realize how simple life is. “I believe the turtles are an important part of this campus because they remind us of the working ecosystem and tie us back to nature. I love walking past them on the bridge because the turtles remind me that life goes on and at the end of the day life is very simple,” Johnson said. Students all over campus have made feeding the turtles a valued
pastime and for some, a hobby. Lisa Miller, the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management, came up with the idea of feeding the bayou turtles and making t-shirts. Morgan May, a senior risk management and insurance major, said while she’s working as a Hawk Seeker, she points out the turtles to prospective students. “The turtles are a unique addition to ours tours and the campus. The bayou is one May of our ‘selling points’ so it’s nice to be able to include the students in an activity centered around it. We also take and post pictures, students are generally excited to share them so it’s a nice
recruitment aspect as well,” May said. The best diets for turtles are cooked meats, insects, cooked eggs and leafy vegetables. Their stomachs cannot digest dairy or processed foods properly. Brittany Stagg, a freshman prenursing major, said she enjoys feeding the turtles with her boyfriend after leaving the cafeteria. “My boyfriend and I like to grab a roll on our way out of the cafeteria and feed small pieces to the turtles. We love seeing them dive and compete for it. Sometimes they fight, but overall, they’re really cute,” Stagg said. As the temperature continues to drop, students will begin to see less of their reptilian friends as they will soon burrow in the mud of the river where they will stay until spring. contact Whitney Holloway at hollowl@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Students lend helping hands to community by Stacy Reppond
ULM’s social work program offers students training in helping others. Social work is a professional degree program. The Council on Social Work Education has accredited the program since 1977. The program consists of a pre-professional level component and a professional level component. Pamela Saulsberry, the social work program coordinator, said the skills of interviewing, assessment, intervention and evaluation that social workers learn are applicable in “a multiplicity of job areas.” Saulsberry said social work is known as “the profession of many faces” because social workers are “found everywhere.” The degree prepares graduates to enter the job market or go to graduate school.
Graduates have gone to work for All interested students can also join the state at child welfare and juve- the Student Social Work Association. nile justice facilities and for hospitals, Lauren Couvillion, a sophomore hospice agencies, housing programs, pre-social work major, said there are community service agencies, senior more social work majors than she service programs, services for wom- originally realized. en and children and homeless shelter “I love helping facilities. people and social “Social work careers are for the work gives me the brave and visionary, for people who opportunity to can—and do—change the world one turn my passion life at a time,” Saulsberry said. for people into a Dylan Camp, a freshman social career,” Couvilwork major, said he is interested in Couvillion lion said. “trying to see what does and doesn’t Though she help people.” said it is early to make a final deciCamp plans to become a licensed sion, Couvillion plans to work with clinical social worker. Camp said the children as a caseworker, work in need for social workers is growing be- the foster care system or serve as an cause “people will always need help.” abuse counselor. “By majoring in social work, you’d Couvillion said she often hears be choosing a profession that has po- during her studies that social work is tential to change numerous lives for a profession “about helping people the better,” Camp said. help themselves.” Social work students can join the Field experience for students innational Phi Alpha Honor Society if cludes required internships in they meet the requirements of junior approved social service settings, a standing, a cumulative 3.0 GPA and a service learning project that prepares 3.25 GPA in social work courses. them for professional duties and the
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Students from the Student Social Work Association acquire volunteer hours.
ability to work with ULM’s Title IV-E Child Welfare Information Project. The project provides practice in areas such as child protection, family services, home development and more. Those who complete the program can apply to intern with the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services. The median national annual salary for social workers is $44,200,
according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Saulsberry said the profession is estimated to grow by about 15 percent by 2022. “Most importantly, social workers make more than people realize, because we make a difference,” Saulsberry said. contact Stacy Reppond at repponsm@warhawks.ulm.edu
Students explore magical education by Carmen Blackwell
Students said “I do” to their invitation to a position at Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Harmony Russ, a sophomore modern languages major, was one of few granted the opportunity to intern at Disney. The West Monroe Native applied for the intern position in October 2013. Russ heard about the program from a friend who’d been recently been accepted at the time. “I knew almost nothing about the program at the time”, said Russ. “I knew that working for Disney was definitely something I wanted to experience.” Prospective interns must be at least 18 years old and currently enrolled as a college student to apply. Disney World is known to most as where “dreams come true.” While most students grew up watching their favorite Disney movies on repeat, many could only dream of a chance to be in the presence of those characters. “I have always had a big imagination, but I had never even dreamed that the possibility of working for Disney could become a reality,” Russ said. Though Disney World seems to be a magical wonderland, interns also benefit academically and professionally from the program. Russ said that Disney tremendously “changed her life” from January to May 2014. “The opportunity to work with a company with such integrity and high expectations taught me to always exceed the expecta-
“...I never even
dreamed that the possibility of working for Disney could become a reality.” Harmony Russ, modern languages major
tion and to never stop looking for ways to improve,” Russ said. The Disney intern met people from all across the world and was able to work with diverse groups of people. The internship gave Russ an “edge in the competitive job market,” having worked with one of the world’s top companies. The intern program ranges anywhere from four to six months or extends to even a year or more, giving students the opportunity to work at either Walt Disney World Resort in Florida or Disneyland in California. Internships can include working in hospitality, merchandise and recreation, etc. The internship gives students stipends, paid housing and meals. Positions for interns vary for each Disney College Pro-
gram student. “When I was there, I was a lifeguard at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park,” Russ said. Despite the opportunity for fun, Disney doesn’t allow their interns to slack in the classroom. Disney also provides a great opportunity to earn college credit while working. Classes are generally geared toward majors such as marketing or business. The Disney College Program offers students from all walks of life the opportunity to gain positive experiences and further their education. Morgan Evans, a junior business management major, recently found out she was accepted to the Disney College Program. “The thing that I am looking forward to the most is getting to experience all of the different people that come to Disney World,” Evans said. Evans said she hopes it enhances her skills in the hospitality industry. contact Carmen Blackwell at blackwellwcm@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Richard Schaal’s cause of death still unknown
Mike Epps to host show in Bossier City
The comedy world has lost another one of its divine comedians. Richard Schaal died Nov. 4 in Woodland Hills, California at age 86. The cause has yet to be announced. Though known for his shows, “The Dick Van Dyke Show” and “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,” Schaal was known as a the player in a troupe who best suits the role of mime and physical comedy which is referred to as “space man.” Schaal was also a huge contributor to the theatrical world. His improv helped with his comedic career.
Remember when his car was keyed by his baby’s mama? Or maybe you’ve spotted him in the new sequel, “Drumline: A New Beat.” Mike Epps will host his comedy show in Bossier City at the Century Link Center. Epps, most commonly known for his starring role in “Next Friday” and “Friday After Next,” has been on the scence since the early 1990’s. Tickets are now onsale. They range anwhere from $50 to $85. Whether or not Epps will bring some comedic friends along for the show is still a mystery.
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Ferrell’s new
comedy to film in New Orleans Producers just can’t stay away from the boot. Is it the food? Possibly. But this time it’s a good recipe. Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg have teamed up to be cops in the upcoming comedy film “Daddy’s Home.” The movie is set to film in New Orleans. The film will be shooting from November to Feburary. Ferrell will play as a stepdad who runs into some issues when his stepchildren’s no-good father, played by Mark Wahlberg, returns in the children’s lives.
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Soccer left out of SBC Tournament by Dakota Ratley
ULM soccer has wrapped up its season, finishing with a 8-10-1 overall record. A 2-7 record in Sun Belt play meant the Warhawks were left out of the conference tournament. Making the tournament was the main preseason goal set for the team. The Warhawks finished one conference point behind UALR for eighth place in conference. The top eight teams in conference make the Sun Belt Conference tournament. The team did make big strides, however. ULM finished with its best record since 2007. The Warhawks also shattered many school records, including the record for the most assists and points in a single season. ULM started the season on a four game win streak. The Warhawks were able to take a 6-3-1 record into conference play. The team would begin conference 1-1 before dropping four straight games. ULM would take victories against Georgia State and Texas State in conference. Head coach Roberto Mazza said although there is disappointment, the team took a step forward this year. “Ultimately, the next step is making this conference tournament, and in order for us to do
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that, we need to be better,” he said. Two players from the roster were picked as 2014 College Madness All-SBC First-Team. Redshirt sophomore midfielder Antonia Land and junior midfielder Karlea Fehr were both added to the list after huge sea- Land sons. The captain, Land, totaled 16 points during the year. That total was the sixth best in ULM singleseason history. Fehr finished the season with 22 points, which was good enough for third in ULM single-season history. She also became ULM’s all-time career leader in assists. She also tied the school record for assists in a season with eight. Land acknowledged the disappointment from the season, while also pointing out how the team plans to improve. “I think the season didn’t go as planned, but we showed improvement, definitely. We’re just going to develop more over the spring,” she said.
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The Warhawks finished with two more wins than they had all of last season.
Karlea Fehr launching a corner kick in a game against MVSU during the year.
contact Dakota Ratley at hunsucam@warhawks.ulm.edu photo courtesy Cari Gold
Cross country sprints to finish Public shouldn’t judge by Josh Dean
The ULM women’s and men’s cross country teams gave everything they had as they competed Sunday in the Sun Belt Conference Championships. The event was hosted by South Alabama and was held at Battleship Memorial Park. The men’s team ended up finishing in eight place and the women’s 11th with several Warhawks blowing their previous best times out of the water. The men’s team was led by senior Hillary Kirwa who finished with a time of 26:05.5, which garnered him 27th place and was a full minute better than his time the previous year at the tournament. Hillary was pleased with his effort at the championships and said, “Last year I was disappointed in how I ran. This year I was able to make a large improvement.” The team faced diversity as one of their top runners, Dusan Makevic, who earned All-Conference Honors last year, was unable to run due to a foot injury. Hillary felt that this loss was significant but that the team stepped up and said, “Our top guy wasn’t there to support us in our effort but we all did decent and everyone ran really well.
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Hillary Kirwa running during a cross country event this year.,
Everyone gave an effort.” Head Coach Malloy felt that everyone competed well and said, “We’re never excited about finishing down in the pack, but both the men’s and women’s team competed well with the men’s team facing the adversity
of losing their top runner.” Several other Warhawks on the men’s side ended up finishing in the top 50 including James Turner, who as a freshmen captured a top-35 spot and was ULM’s second place finisher, Brent Turner, and Vinnie Van Puyvelde. Sophmore Brent Turner felt pleased but unsatisfied with his performance and said, “I felt I did pretty good but I could’ve ran a little bit better to further help the team out. Overall I felt the team did well considering the circumstances.” On the women’s side Junior Rebecca Dark led the way with a time of 20.18.2 and a 63rd place finish. She was followed by Freshman Kristin Cave and Josie Wood who finished 64th and 66th respectively. Senior Anakeran Lopez finished 68th in her last SBC meet. Coach Malloy has not decided yet whether the cross country teams will compete in the South Region Championships which are scheduled to be held November 14th, in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The NCAA championships would follow a week later in Terre Haute, Indianapolis. contact Josh Dean at deanj@warhawks.ulm.edu
before the jury does
The rape case against the men’s basketball player was dropped. He was cleared of all charges. He is innocent. He did nothing wrong. This is why the American justice system is based around the phrase “innocent until proving guilty.” It is easy to assume guilt when things like this specific case make headlines. For the most part, no one is randomly trying to get someone in trouble for something they did not do. We all know that that’s the way it’s supposed to be anyway. Realistically, however, it’s not. If it makes the news, the public either assumes guilt or starts blaming the complainant. This is why it’s so important to re-
member that we are not judge or jury in these cases. Just because we have a right to speak freely about it doesn’t mean we should. It is okay to discuss the case, but don’t jump to conclusion based on what you think happened. This was a major event on campus, and deserved discussion. The culture around these kinds of events is much more aggressive than it should be. It feels as if it is hard to have a logical discussion without finger-pointing and blaming groups of people. It’s an all-around bad situation when things like this come up. It’s not good for the person who is accused and not good for the accuser. It does not make it any better whenever the public is constantly blasting both sides on message boards and social media. This is the age where virtually everything is shared online. Maybe we should learn to share a little less. Especially opinions that don’t contribute anything to the issue, and do nothing but put both parties in a negative light. contact Dakota Ratley at ratleydl@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Fore the love of one’s country International athletes take over Warhawk golf by Dakota Ratley
Over 5,000 miles separate Monroe from Europe. However, an ocean can’t stop three young golfers from doing what they love. The ULM golf team is on the rise. The team won multiple tournaments last year and looks to be competitive in conference play this spring. The NCAA tournaments are generally three round events in which five players from each school are competing for the lowest scores. This ULM team has a bit of international flavor. The Warhawks’ top five consists of three players from foreign countries. Velten Meyer is a junior from Sandurug, Germany. The team also has a pair of Scots with junior Greg Smail and sophomore Calum Hill. So why would one travel all the way across the ocean for a game? Universities in foreign countries do Williams not emphasize sports the way they do in the United States. In fact, most do not even have sports teams that are an actual part of the college. This means that many Europeans may want to come to the United States in order to continue playing sports while also getting a degree. Velten Meyer explained this as his reasoning for coming to the United States for school. “I wanted to combine golf with the education because at home, if you go to college at home, there’s no way you can do sports,” Meyer said. Sometimes it’s even simpler than that. Calum Hill said weather played a big role in making his decision to
“They just kind of put me on the plane. When I got here it was just kind of sink or swim.” Greg Smail, Junior come to America. Scotland’s weather can produce nearly unplayable conditions. In the southern United States, golf season is virtually yearround. Getting in touch with schools in America is an interesting process. Coach Walt Williams said that the Internet is an integral part to recruiting foreign players. Williams said that players send in their resumes in hopes of being recruited. They also send in videos of their swings and the different parts of their games. Some players such as Meyer and Smail use agencies to get in touch with the schools in the United States. Getting recruited is just the beginning of the challenges for the student-athletes. They then must learn to be independent. For the most part, they are here without any family or any support other than that provided by their coaches. Smail said that learning to do everything by himself was one of the hardest transitions he had to make after moving to the United States. “They just kind of put me on the plane. When I got here it was just kind of sink or swim,” Smail said. Some of the students-athletes will not get to see their families with the exception of maybe two times a year, winter and summer breaks. That can make being away from home that much harder. Calum Hill said that he struggled with being away from home his fresh-
photos by Daniel Russell
From left to right: (1) Velten Meyer hitting an iron shot during a Warhawk event Tuesday. Meyer is a junior from Sandurug, Germany.(2) Calum Hill driving off the tee. Hill is a sophomore from Endinburgh, Scotland. (3) Greg Smail lines up a putt. Smail is a junior from Musselburgh, Scotland. All three golfers are in the top group of golfers that participate in tournaments for the
man year. He said that it has gotten much easier, but there are still some challenges. “It can be hard at time being so far away from home. If anything happens back home, it’s hard not being there.” Hill said. The international student-athletes bring a level of competitiveness that may be a little higher than what the American golfers are used to. Coach Williams said that the reason for the higher level of competition is that the international golfers came to America specifically to play golf.
Williams said that if the players just wanted an education, they would go to a European university. Many of the golfers that come to the United States hope to become professionals. Williams also said that the work ethic of the international studentathletes helps make the rest of the team work harder to become better. “Their level of dedication in the weight room, at the golf course and mental training, or whatever, is at a higher level which pushes the others,” Williams said. The three international golfers have made a huge impact on ULM’s
golf program. Calum Hill has carded the lowest score from a Warhawk at every event this year, other than one. He scored four top-15 finishes in those five events this fall. Three of those five events saw Hill post a top-six finish. Greg Smail captured his first collegiate win this fall at the Cardinal Intercollegiate at Louisville. Smail previously played at Louisville before transferring to ULM. contact Dakota Ratley at ratleydl@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Mountaineers rock Warhawks 31-29
App. State ULM First Downs 23 20 Total Yards
380
299
Turnovers
1
0
Time of Poss. 32.14
27.46
“We just had the mindset that we weren’t going to leave tonight with an L. And apparently it didn’t turn out the way we wanted it to.” Rashon Ceaser, Wide Reciever
Turning Point Appalachian State’s 39-yard field goal put them ahead 31-29 with just 29 seconds left in the fourth quarter. The Warhawks had a one point lead with 1:42 left in the game. Appalachian State would use a seven play, 53-yard play drive to set up the field goal. The drive was assisted by two crucial pass interference calls that boosted the Mountaineer drive forward. This drive came with the momentum clearly against the Mountaineers after a go ahead Warhawk touchdown.
image courtesy of David Sceace
From left to right: (1) ULM defenders try to bring down an Appalachian State runner. (2) Quarterback Pete Thomas looks for a reciever. (3) Centarius Donald looks for running room. (4) Kicker Justin Manton kicks off and was 3-3 on field .goal.
It was over when... When the clock hit all zeroes. It’s cliche, but it’s true. This game went backand -forth with neither side getting a sizeable advantage. The Warhawks got off to a 20-7 lead midway through the second quarter before two scores within three minutes would give Appalachian State the lead going into halftime. ULM would take a late lead on a fourth down touchdown pass to Ajalen Holley from Pete Thomas. The Warhawks could not get anything going on their final drive.
Play of the game Appalachian State freshman wide reciever Shaedon Meadors made a diving, one-handed grab with about 20 seconds left in the second quarter. That catch would set up the Mountaineers for the go ahead touchdown at the end of the second quarter. The play was originally ruled a touchdown. Further review would show that Meadors was down at the one-yard line.
Player of the game Appalachian State freshman quarterback Taylor Lamb had a big game against the Warhawk defense. Lamb accounted for 276 yards through the air. He threw for two touchdowns. He did throw an interception. Lamb had a career-high completion percentage of 71.4 percent in addition to a raw quarterback rating of 79.9 out of a possible 100.