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Students share stories of on-campus spooky encounters By Leda Alvim
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As Halloween season quickly approaches, tales of haunted places on campus start to grab students’ attention, bringing spooky feelings and chills in-between exams and busy schedules. Every year, students around campus are faced with mysterious creatures and spooky noises. From ghostly noises in the AC to screams heard in the middle of the night, students believe that not only are places on campus haunted, but also are the homes of dead souls and ghosts who wander in the middle of the night. The USF library, ranked No. 32 among the 50 Most Haunted Colleges and Campuses across the nation according to onlineschoolscenter.com, is
considered by students as one of the most haunted places on campus – and one of the places to definitely avoid during the night. Overnight, when nobody is in the library, bookshelves are empty and even a pen-drop can be heard, a green rucksack-wearing ghost can be seen around the halls and spooking those who spend the night studying on the library’s 4th floor. The tale tells the story of a young woman named Gottlieb, who majored in english education and used to work on the library’s 4th floor as a student assistant in 1976. According to rumors, she took her own life at her apartment toward the end of that same year and, since then, she wanders over the quiet halls of the library with her green backpack haunting students in the middle of the night.
Besides the library, there are more places on campus reported by students where they believe are haunted. Kelsie O’Connor, a freshman studying secondary english education, said that her apartment in Magnolia is allegedly haunted by a 57-year old man who was apparently shot and killed in the parking lot right outside her dorm. O’Connor said it all started when she was on FaceTime with her friends and the lights started going on by themselves. She spoke with her roommate, Christie, about it and they shared the same experience. Christie was playing Xbox at that time when suddenly the TV turned off on its own. At first, they thought it was only an electrical issue, however, what happened next changed their mind completely. In the middle of the night,
O’Connor woke up to a loud noise with her roommate going through their kitchen cabinets in search of food. The next morning, O’Connor asked why she was getting food that late, both were surprised to learn that neither of them was in the kitchen during that time. “The next morning, I asked her why she was getting food at 2 a.m. but she said she heard it as well and she thought it was one of our other roommates, but I told her they had left the afternoon before,” O’Connor said. “So we both heard someone opening and closing all our cabinets at the same time and we don’t know who it was.” It is not only in Magnolia that students report ghosts and spooky sounds haunting their dorms in the middle of the night. In Summit Hall, Trinity
Delaney, a freshman studying criminology, reports that every time she’s in her dorm, the paper towel dispensers in the bathroom go off at random without the presence of anyone in it and her dorm’s door seems that someone touches them but no one ever comes in. In the Social Sciences Building, Ashley Gabrielle Aragona, a junior majoring in health science, reported that when she was in the girls’ bathroom, all the toilets started flushing at the same time while she was the only one present. As Halloween quickly approaches, and while students are spending nights awake studying, hanging out with friends, or even trying to get a good night of sleep, the land of the ghosts are always awake waiting to haunt their next victim.
Costume preparation in full-force
By Alyssa Stewart A S S I S T A N T
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Skipping the gore and horror this year, students are taking Halloween by its horns and settling on costumes that are simple, comfortable and affordable. With the big day only being six weeks away, the preparation for Halloween parties is getting closer. From references to famous characters to the creativity of one’s imagination, these students are eager to share their ideas. Vanessa Mensah, a junior majoring in health science, is throwing it back to the 2005 Disney Channel cartoon, “The Proud Family” and replicating her best Penny Proud look. To complete her outfit, Mensah is styling a pink cardigan, a white button-down shirt, a burgundy circle skirt and a fake mole drawn on above her lip.
Two Penny Proud’s may be spotted Halloween night because Mensah’s roommate may be her matching twin. Mensah said she hopes she can recreate the whole family by getting her friends to join in. She at least hopes to get a couple of her friends to play the “gross sisters” from the show, which were blue people with cornrows, overalls and bad attitudes. Not Donald Duck, Daffy Duck, or even Daisy Duck, freshman majoring in electrical engineering, Natalia Rowczenio decided she would dress up this year as a generic duck based on inspiration from her shower cap. Rowczenio saw herself in the mirror wearing the duck designed shower cap and had the epiphany to create the look. Within the next couple weeks, Rowczenio said she will buy a full yellow outfit and white feathers to attach to herself. To follow her musical loving
dream, Samantha Lane, a freshman majoring music, said she is dressing up as Christine Daaé from Phantom of the Opera. Lane will be styling her outfit from the thrift store in hopes to spend less than $20. She said she is hoping to find a long white nightgown and a cloak to complete her look. Lane is partnering with her friend who will dress up as “The Phantom” and style the partial white mask. Lane said dressing up from this musical will give her the opportunity to shamelessly bust out singing her favorite songs, which is what she is looking forward to the most. Although much preparation may not occur for some of the costumes, the early brainstorming will ensure that drawn whiskers and plastic cat ears will not be on their lastminute search list this fall.
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Fall Style Guide: Keeping it Classic in 2018
By Samantha Moffett A S S O C I A T E
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While the leaves shift from green to brown and the flipflops get tossed to the back of the closet, our wardrobe changes as the cool breeze rolls in. Fall is on its way. As we break out our sweaters and boots, fashion trends that we have seen on runways before have come back, but with a twist. Have no fear if you are one to typically shy away from bolder trends; this season is all about keeping it classic. One of the biggest statements of the fall is one
we are already familiar with — plaid. The iconic yellow plaid set from the 1995 film Clueless has put itself into the spotlight yet again. In fact, the entire 90s aesthetic shown in the film can be seen in the latest fall runway looks from designers like Versace and Christian Dior. If you are not one to sport brighter colors in a plaid pattern, the fall welcomes neutral shades as well. Going along with the 90’s theme, adding a long sleeve shirt in a solid color under a spaghetti strap dress can add the right amount of warmth for the slightly cooler Florida weather, and the high-waisted
pants trend is still very much acceptable. On the bolder side, headwear has come out on the runways in full swing. Hoodies, beanies and headwraps can definitely make you stand out in the crowd this fall, and add some pop to your look. If wearing a bold color or pattern on your head, it’s best to pair it with a simpler choice of clothing to balance the look out. There have also been loads of animal print on the catwalks. A popular style in the 80’s, cheetah and zebra prints are another blast from the past. A pop of animal print on a bag, shoe or jacket can easily spice up your fall look,
just make sure it’s faux. A classic statement piece in a wardrobe has always been a leather jacket or some leather boots and this fall is no exception. Some of the most notable designers like Hermes and Givenchy have showcased leather in many colors on the runway this season. While a leather piece can be intimidating, a modestly fitting trouser, skirt or jacket can give the perfect boost of confidence. You can also tone it down by using a brown or tan leather fabric instead of black. Another trend that can be worn to everyone’s advantage is that of modesty. High-
waisted trousers, printed blazers and high-neck blouses are a great way to look chic yet appropriate in the office, in class or going out. Pairing a loose-fitting bottom with a snug-fitting top provides balance to your look and is great for layering. With whatever style you decide to sport this fall, keep in mind that expressing yourself is what it’s all about. Wearing what makes you feel confident and comfortable always looks the best, and when in doubt, you can never go wrong with some classic blue jeans.
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Seasonal family traditions
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As autumn approaches, many students at USF are taking time to reflect over personal- and family-seasonal traditions. These traditions can range from food that can only be harvested during the fall season, to games and activities that are only appropriate during Autumn. Kailee Hermann, a junior majoring in chemical engineering, said she has a long family tradition of carving pumpkins with her siblings. “It’s something we’ve done together ever since I was a little kid,” Hermann said. “My parents taught my siblings and I how to carve pumpkins and it’s something I hope I can pass down to my own family one day.” Besides picking and carving pumpkins, there is other seasonal food to be collected and eaten. Ripe, timely apples
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and squash can be grown and prepared during autumn. Liam Charlotte, a freshman majoring in social work, said he enjoys taking his significant other to pick apples every fall. “Of course pumpkin picking is nice too, but you can find some really ripe apples as well,” Charlotte said. “It’s a really easy, simple date to take someone on.” Fall dishes can range from chicken and beef stew to pasta and vegetables. Many USF students, such as Chloe Bruno, a junior majoring in psychology, grew up often helping their parents prepare autumn themed meals. “The biggest meal of the fall is Thanksgiving, but we still try to make little things beforehand,” Bruno said. “Living on campus at USF, I can still make things myself like mashed potatoes that can get me into a seasonal mood.” Traditions for students go further than just food,
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however. The fall time often means coming together with your family and friends, most commonly around the Thanksgiving holiday. Emma Wilson, a sophomore majoring in accounting, said her family hosts an annual fall football game viewing party each Thanksgiving. “Whatever team ends up playing on Thanksgiving, we’re always sure to watch,” Wilson said. “It’s more about the excitement of the game than the actual teams who are playing.” Finding seasonal activities that students can do together is special, according to David Hearst, a sophomore majoring in mechanical engineering. “There’s only certain things you can do in the fall and you owe it to yourself and your friends to seize that opportunity,” Hearst says. “Walking through a corn maze, going on a hayride or maybe even apple bobbing. These are all things that you can only really do in the fall.”
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