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Dietz on the budget impasse
With budget uncertainties lingering, the University president answers some key questions EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the final installment of a multi-part series exploring the Illinois state government budget situation and its impact on ISU. Today, President Larry Dietz discusses the situation and his thoughts about the future.
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Q. If massive budget cuts occur, what will that say about the importance of higher education in Illinois? The budget impasse is already sending a troubling message to students and families who are currently making decisions on where to attend college. Illinois is the second largest exporter of students to other states for college, and the current budget circumstances don’t give students and families conLarry Dietz fidence when considering Illinois colleges and universities. Q. How long can the university go on without a budget before students start noticing the negative effects? Our primary mission is providing an outstanding education to our students. Despite the budget impasse, we have accomplished that by keeping our faculty in the classrooms and offering the appropriate number of courses and class sections to allow our students to complete their work on schedule. We have also made sure that our students who receive Monetary Award Program funding can continue to register for classes and attend classes, even though there has been no MAP disbursement from the state. We hope to see some movement on the overall budget and MAP component before students return for their second semester. Q. How often have you been communicating with Gov. Rauner about the issue? Has any progress been made?
I have met with the governor several times and have also met with our key legislative leaders. Although there is not yet a budget, I know we have made progress in getting our message through loud and clear, and I hope that helps move things along in Springfield. Q. If massive budget cuts occur, do you think Illinois State University will see a decline in enrollment because Illinois students will look for colleges outside the state? Hard to predict. Even though Illinois has been experiencing budget challenges for many years, students and their families are still choosing Illinois State University because of its high quality and value. This year, ISU set a 26-year high in freshman enrollment, and that is a testament to our excellent faculty, support staff and academic programs. Q. Could ISU maintain its faculty and staff amid massive budget cuts? We have already eliminated or left vacant more than 76 administrative-related positions due to budget circumstances. We will continue to do all we can to protect our academic enterprise and not shortchange students in the classroom. Q. Why do you think Rauner is being so persistent about cutting funds for higher education, and not compromising with the General Assembly? Budget challenges are nothing new to Illinois and political debate over how to address those challenges is also common.
Instead of pointing fingers at an individual or a political party, I continue to stress doing what is right for the students of Illinois’ public universities. Q. Western Illinois University is rumored to close and Eastern Illinois University has had to lay off employees. Are you worried about the status of other universities in Illinois? Of course, we all worry about the budget impasse and its impact on each university, but we also worry about rumors and generalizations that may be inaccurate. I currently know of no Illinois public university that is contemplating closing its doors.
Q. Is there anything the community and students can do to help with the budget crisis? Actually, students have been helping, and I am very appreciative of their engagement. President of the Assembly Ryan Powers has met with the Governor and legislative leaders, and many other students and alumni have been taking the message to Springfield that this gridlock must end.
Q. What would you say is the best case and worst case scenario for the budget situation? Right now, the proposed cuts range from 8.5 percent to 31.5 percent, so within those parameters, obviously the smaller, the better. The best case scenario would be a longer discussion about the future of state investment in its most precious resource— the education of its citizenry.
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For the past few years, state and federal budgets have cut back on mental health care in their budgets, and programs are beginning to suffer. The recent issues surrounding the state budget only further increases the problem of securing funding. The McLean County Center for Human Services allows for diagnosed behavioral health needs to be met. This includes care for those who have a medical need for treatment. “We receive state funding and this fiscal year funding to our psychiatric program was cut $353,000 and funding to our crisis team for non-Medicaid people was cut
over $227,000 so those are very significant cuts to us,” Executive Director of McLean County Center for Human Services Tom Barr said. Budget cuts to mental health care over the past few years have resulted in significant differences in the amount of care available from programs. Due to cuts, people who have previously received help through programs like the Center for Human Services have been turned away due to the lack of money. Another program affected by recent mental health care cuts is the Department of Corrections. These cuts leave the mental health needs of inmates unmet. People in the Bloomington-Normal area conducted recent research and found seri-
ous gaps in mental health care that was received in correctional facilities, as well as mental health care in general. As a result, the Bloomington-Normal community has begun to take matters into its own hands. Recent tax increases in the area will begin to help fill those gaps and help local mental health programs meet the needs of the citizens. “Other counties are also beginning to have the same problem, but we are one of the few counties beginning to resolve this problem locally and taking matters into our own hands to help solve this problem,” Normal City Manager Mark Peterson said. Residents in the town of Normal will begin to see the one-cent tax increase beginning Jan. 1, 2016. Programs with the
Department of Corrections and the McLean County Center for Human Services, however, will not see the benefits from the tax increase until April 2016. “It is a very admirable thing we are doing here in Normal and I think it speaks very highly of our local leaders here,” Peterson said. Local leaders of Normal voted for the one-cent tax increase to help contribute to the needs of local health needs, as well as other local needs, such as changes to our transportation system and fixes to local roads. Nikki Niggemeyer is a news reporter for The Vidette and can be reached at Vidette_nniggem@ilstu.edu. Follow her on Twitter at @165_Niggemeyer.
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ISU takes part in diversity study SUSANNA DOEHLER News Reporter
As part of a comprehensive, multi-population campus climate study, Illinois State University is partnering with the Center for the Study of Race and Equity at the University of Pennsylvania to conduct focus groups on campus this week. There will be over 30 focus group sessions in which students, faculty and staff may participate. In the spring, the Center will conduct two quantitative surveys: one administered to students and one administered to faculty and staff. “President Dietz is committed to diversity, which is a core value of Illinois State University,” ISU’s Interim Vice President for Student Affairs, Brent Paterson, said. “He decided that it was time for the University to assess the climate on campus for persons of color, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as LGBTQ and transgender, women, and International students, faculty and staff.” The Center will produce a written
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addresses matters of harassment and discrimination; ways in which faculty and staff respond to changing institution demographics; extent to which ISU is committed and responsive to matters of diversity and inclusion; perceptions regarding the current campus climate as one supportive of equality and inclusion. President Dietz and other administrators will use the results to inform decisions on how to strengthen ISU’s climate and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
“Diversity is a core value of our strategic plan, Educating Illinois, which, ‘affirms and encourages community and a respect for differences by fostering an inclusive environment characterized by cultural understanding, ethical behavior, and social justice,’” ISU President Larry Dietz stated in a campus-wide email. Students were notified about the study through their campus email accounts. The results will also assist ISU in determining how to improve the climate to support equality and equitable outcomes for members of ISU’s community. “It is important that all members of the University community feel they live, work and study in an environment that is safe,” Paterson said. “That recognizes and supports differences, that is welcoming to all and that is committed to helping each individual be successful.” Comments? Questions? Follow @285_DoehlerSuzE on Twitter!
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Budget stalemate harming Illinois universities
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ccessibility to affordable and adequate higher education is an ideal our society has always valued and worked to secure. The idea that investment in education leads to the betterment of the general public is widely held. Unfortunately, Gov. Bruce Rauner underestimates the importance of higher education to the state of Illinois. In his proposed budget, Rauner has chosen to drastically cut funding to social programs and higher education in an effort to make an impact on the Illinois deficit. His suggested 31 percent cut to funding for state universities would have direct negative effects on the quality of higher education and its future in Illinois. The mostly Democratic legislature has refused to pass Rauner’s budget, leading to a budget stalemate now entering its fourth month. In his blind quest to cut spending, Rauner has seemingly forgotten about the welfare of the people of Illinois. Rauner’s unbalanced plan for reducing the deficit puts the burden on the poor and young, who rely on social programs and attend state universities. Instead of combining modest cuts with a sales tax hike and a new tax on the wealthy, he has chosen to strip Illinois of some of its most basic responsibilities: to provide services to its people. While the Illinois legislature refuses to decide on a budget, state universities are struggling. Eastern Illinois University faculty has suffered layoffs and furloughs. In a Chicago Tribune article from last week, Northern Illinois University’s Chief Financial Officer Allan Phillip’s predicted that it would
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be “very difficult” for the university to stay open for the spring semester if no budget is passed. The bond rating of six state universities has been downgraded, putting them at
a disadvantage when trying to acquire loans for funding. Illinois State University and the University of Illinois are better off, with steadily increasing enrollments, but none of
the state universities can afford to stay open for long if no budget is passed. ISU has not been free from the consequences of the budget impasse. ISU has not hired any new faculty members, cut 76 administrative positions and faces potential deferred maintenance on university buildings. Increasing enrollment may help secure some funding for ISU through tuition, but without a growing faculty, the quality of education could be compromised. Larger class sizes, overworked professors and overcrowded facilities could be effects of growing enrollment combined with drastic cuts to funding. The future for higher education in Illinois is grim if the governor’s prosed budget cuts pass. Without highly functioning state universities, Illinois’ best students would be forced to leave the state for college. Businesses would be hesitant to settle in Illinois without adequate public higher education for their employees and their families. Without an educated workforce, Illinois’ tax revenue would face a steep decline, putting the state in more fiscal trouble. Gov. Bruce Rauner said “education is the most important thing we do as a community” when increasing spending for K-12, but has overlooked the importance of funding for universities. Without proper funding for state universities, Illinois could fail in its duty to offer a quality of higher education that meets the needs of students. The budget impasse is harming Illinois public universities, but the governor’s budget cuts could permanently impair the state of higher education in Illinois.
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t seemed like a normal Tuesday for Twitter users until they saw a new update on their phone. Most thought everything would stay the same and they would enjoy their Twitter experience like always. Once the update happened, the world stood still. Cries and shouts were heard everywhere as the favorite button changed from a star to a heart. Even though that scenario is an exaggeration, people on Twitter and media outlets were going crazy over the new update. Katherine
Rosman from The New York Times wrote about how fans have been speaking out against the heart. Most people have declared their hate for the heart because it completely changed the uniqueness of Twitter. People can no longer “favorite” tweets because they now have to “like” them as they would on Facebook or Instagram. Many have also expressed that with the heart they cannot “hate-fave” tweets because it says that they really like what was posted instead of sarcastically giving it a “favorite.” This is the epitome of firstworld problems. Whether the sign of approval is a heart or a star, Twitter is still used in the same way. Unfortunately, this is not the first or only time an update has caused controversy. Whenever there is a major update on social media, users start voicing their opinions, even if
the changes are positive. People seem to be afraid of change, even though they soon adjust to the changes and prepare to upset over the next update. Back in August, the blogging site Tumblr updated its mobile app and website with a whole new design. Previous “reblogs” caused people’s comments to indent, creating long text chains that bowed out and could stretch for pages. The new update now keeps everything in a straight line and shows who has “reblogged” the post with their icon. When Tumblr bloggers saw the change, many immediately voiced their negative opinions saying the blog site would lose more users than they would gain. Many said the change looked terrible and that Tumblr’s staff apparently do not care about its users’ opinions because none of them asked for
the new look. I have been using Tumblr for five years and even with the new update, I still like using it. The design did not change anything for the “reblogging” process, and I do think it is easier to scroll through the website without having to see the ugly long chains. I’m not too sure if the website will lose its bloggers, but there really is nothing that would cause people to stop using it. Facebook has also been leading headlines when it announced that there would be new “Reaction” buttons available for users in Ireland and Spain. These buttons let people choose between six emotions, “Love,” “Haha,” “Yay,” “Wow,” “Sad” and “Angry” in the form of emojis. Most peoples’ reactions to “Reactions” have been negative because people want a “dislike” button. Users have been
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asking for the button for years, and Facebook continues to ignore those requests. When social media has an update, people are quick to voice their opinions on something that really should not bother them as much. There are more important issues to be concerned about than something as silly as Facebook, Tumblr or Twitter updating. Just like other technologies, social media is always changing. Without frequent updates, there is no way for these industries to grow. Especially since the updates are typically very minor, people need to accept and adjust to the inevitable changes. Ema Sasic is a sophomore journalism major and columnist for The Vidette. Any questions or concerns regarding her column can be sent to vidette_esasic@ilstu.edu. Follow her on Twitter at @ema_sasic.
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Two ISU students won the 2011 Startup Showcase for ‘Packback Books’ shows that ISU has talented and innovative students. “I think the real lesson here is there are very, very bright and creative students all over campus that have business ideas,” he said. “We have just seen a surge this year in their interest and getting a forum where they can show off their ideas to people that might be able to support them in their entrepreneurial efforts.” This year’s entries fill a range of ideas. An innovative smart locker that provides a way for people to get material things from one another in a secure way, will be featured. Noel explained that “if you wanted to leave something like a valuable document for somebody, you can control who has access to it by letting certain people in and shutting it off all from your smartphone.” Another idea is “unique gift basket,” which students will have to see for themselves. Many
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launched his presidential bid in 2007. Trump’s rally in Springfield is sandwiched between his appearance on “Saturday Night Live” and his next GOP debate Tuesday in Milwaukee. Springfield attorney Kent Gray has been named director of the businessman and TV personality’s Illinois state campaign. Trump has recently slipped from first place in the recent Repulican polls, replaced by Ben Carson.
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participants have been creating apps and green-related ideas, which includes all-natural ingredients for skincare. Students from all majors and colleges are encouraged to attend the event, even if they are not submitting ideas, because they might be inspired to participate in the future. “I think the real important thing to remember here is there are probably dozens, if not hundreds of students right now that have terrific business ideas, but they’re a little shy, thinking maybe this is silly, this is not viable,” Noel said. “I would encourage them to see people presenting their ideas and realize that they too can take their business ideas and hopefully develop them.” Free tickets for the morning and afternoon sessions without lunch can be ordered from the Startup Showcase website.
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Gallery Art Walk brings life to Bloomington REBECCA DAVIS Features Reporter
The eclectic art scene taking place in Bloomington-Normal continued to provide residents with events to showcase artists this past weekend at the 15th annual Around the Corner Artist Group Art Walk in downtown Bloomington. This year, the art walk hosted over one
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hundred artists at the annual event, including Illinois State University alum Angel Abrose, one of the two original artists of the group. Other artists include Darin Dawdy, Herb Eaton, Joann Goetzinger and Jeff Little. “We all are pleased with the growth and diversity that the downtown art district is taking,” Eaton Gallery owner Pamela Eaton said. “There are now over one hundred local artists showing and selling in 15 downtown locations.” The Around the Corner Artist Group, founded in 2000, began the art walk to increase interest in fine art, educate attendees about the value of fine art and offer fine art sales for any taste. Their mission has been successful, as the Art Walk has gone on for over a decade with success. “Many of the galleries had over 300 people attend Friday night and 50 or more attend on Saturday. We had guests and patrons from out of town and out of state attend this year, many for the first time. We all are pleased with the growth and diversity that the downtown art district is taking,” Eaton said.
The Art Walk provides visitors who are interested to see how the art is made and the environment it is made in, something that people usually do not get the chance to experience. This gives viewers a whole new perspective on the art they are viewing and potentially purchasing. The Walk also gives visitors the chance to speak with the artists whose work they are viewing, which fosters conversations and discussions about art with someone who makes it. If you missed out on the annual Art Walk this year, plan ahead for next time, as it is likely the Art Walk will continue for years to come. “The Around the Corner Artist Group along with the Downtown Bloomington Artists Committee and the Downtown Bloomington Association will continue offering an Autumn Art Walk the first weekend in November next year,” Eaton said. Photo submitted by Eaton Studio & Gallery Support Bloomington’s local art scene by The Gallery Art Walk brought people from the being aware of the events in your area and help- community to experience fine art and culture. ing the growth and diversity of the downtown Gallery, the Art Walk, and more upcoming art district. For more information on Eaton Studio & events, visit www.eatonstudiogallery.com.
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Features
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2015
THE VIDETTE | FEATURES | PAGE 7
Hunter Hayes brings southern charm to ISU MARIDSA CHOUTE Features Reporter Saturday night in the Braden Auditorium, a packed crowd prepared to see country star Hunter Hayes hit the stage. The anticipation set in after the opening act, Ryan Lafferty, finished his set. A short intermission held the audience over. The lights dimmed in Braden as the crowd leaped to their feet. Hayes made his way to the stage. For students like Illinois State University junior Tiffany Hernandez, seeing the country crooner was overwhelming. “He was just super genuine,” Hernandez, a broadcast journalism major, said. “A lot of other performers, I feel, they wouldn’t have been as grateful, but it seemed like he really just wanted to be here, and it made me so happy,” Hernandez said. The University Program Board welcomed Hayes on his “21 Tour” as part of its annual Fall Concert Series. Hayes opened up with his song, “Tattoo” then made a smooth transition into “Storm Warning.” Once Hayes went into his song, “Somebody’s Heartbreak,” everyone sang along to this favorite. Audience members were excited for the show after Ryan Lafferty performed a set that features original songs and a few covers. The most notable of the night was when Lafferty performed the song “Cheerleader” by OMI. Lafferty brought an ISU student Shannon Schaefer on stage to play the trumpet as the audience cheered her on. “I thought that Lafferty was really cool,” Amanda Peters, freshman english major said. “He’s a good performer and I really liked his covers and he
was energetic.” Lafferty’s set at the beginning was not the only time the audience got to see him perform that night. When Hayes began his song, “Everybody’s Got Somebody but Me,” he reintroduced Lafferty, and the two sang together. Peters said that she was most excited to see Hayes and hear his powerful voice live. “My favorite part was when he sang ‘Invisible.’ His voice was super sweet, and he really got the crowd into it. It seemed to me that everyone there was enjoying themselves,” Hernandez said. Hernandez has been a fan of Hayes for years so when she heard that he would be performing here at ISU, she jumped at the opportunity to get tickets. When Hayes broke out in his song, “Wanted,” Hernandez and the hundreds of people in the Braden sang along to every word. Hayes had a walkway set up between the pit and ground level seating and walked through multiple times as the audience roared at the opportunity to get close to the singer. Hayes even grabbed a few of the audience members’ phones and took selfies with the crowd. Hayes finished his concert with his hit “I Want Crazy.” After Hayes left the stage, Hernandez felt a sentiment that rung through the entire crowd. The show was an unforgettable concert that she didn’t want to end. The audience soared back to his feet as Hayes reemerged on stage on for an encore. After the concert, Hayes made a surprise appearance at Epsilon Sigma Alpha’s fundraising event Up ’til Dawn. He put on a small concert and met with the top fundraisers of the event.
A look inside: The Big Red Marching Machine
Photo by Jessi Dwyer / Staff Photographer
Illinois State University’s The Big Red Marching Machine practiced Friday evening.
Dyson, like many students, is not a music major and uses the BRMM as a way to get active on campus. The BRMM is made up of different departments. This includes instruments such as woodwind or brass instruments, percussion and drumline. Within those different departments are separated categories that depend on the type of instruments the student is playing. The BRMM is also made up of non-instrument departments such as the ISU Dance Team, baton twirlers and also colorguard team.
Ways to honor those who have served this Veterans Day Attend Illinois State University’s Veterans Day ceremony
NIKKI NIGGEMEYER Features Reporter Students may wonder, what exactly is The Big Red Marching Machine? You see them at every home game. You see them in parades. You may even see them around campus at various events. The Big Red Marching Machine is Illinois State University’s original marching band affiliated with the school of music and its history with ISU can be traced back 90 years. The band began with only $500 and 30 students. Today, The Big Red Marching Machine contains around 70 students. Many ISU students would never guess, but the marching band contains students from various majors across campus and not just from the music department. “I wanted to join marching band because I wanted to get more involved at ISU and make more friends,” Katie Dyson, junior recreation management major said. “Being in The Big Red Marching Machine has made me learn more about myself as a person because it has helped me handle my stress a lot better.”
Photo submitted by Tiffany Hernandez
Hunter Hayes brought a huge crowd to Braden Auditorium Saturday.
ISU will be holding its annual Veterans Day ceremony noon Wednesday in the Prairie Room of the Bone Student Center. Illinois State Army ROTC cadets will post the colors and sing the national anthem. Following the event, flowers will be laid by the flagpole on the Quad and “Taps” will be played to honor fallen veterans. The event is free and open to the public.
Reach out to local veterans and thank them
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The Big Red Marching Machine practices three times during the week for their many events.
Students involved in the BRMM are able to receive course credit. Although many students in the marching band are not music majors they are able to still enroll and receive course credit. “They are full time students just like the rest of you and just put in the extra time and practice to go into this marching band,” Director of Athletic Bands Gavin Smith said. The students practice every Monday, Wednesday and Friday around seven hours every week according to Smith. During these practices they are learning new songs and routines for the next game or event. The band travels with the football team, plays at every home game for volleyball and will also begin to play at basketball games. The band also does local events around campus such as pep rallies, the children’s carnival and also the St. Jude Up ’til Dawn. They help represent ISU around the Bloomington-Normal area. Although the BRMM is in full swing for the semester, they are always looking for new students to join. “While we have a large enrollment, I just fear there are a lot of students on campus that were enrolled in band in high school and are scared or intimidated,” Smith said. “We would love to have students express interest and we would love to have them involved.” In the spring, BRMM will have a meet and greet to help students feel more comfortable. Some departments have auditions for dance, batons and color guard. However, other departments do not have auditions and are open to students joining. Students interested can email Smith directly or visit the website at www.bands.illinoisstate.edu/ auditioni/brrm/.
Veterans Day is a prime opportunity to reach out to veterans that you know or strike up a conversation with someone wearing their uniform that you don’t know and shake their hand. You can ask them brief questions about their service, but it’s important to be supportive without being intrusive. You can get to know them in a meaningful way, but don’t force any discussions they feel uncomfortable talking about.
Help out at a Veterans Affairs hospital You can visit a VA hospital and visit with patients on Veterans Day. Each VA hospital has its own policies and it’s important to find out what those are before visiting. You can spend the day with one of the veterans or just help volunteer in setting up for any events they may be hosting. Helping out at a VA hospital is a great way to give thanks for their years of service and can be done consistently even after the holiday.
Donate to charities for veterans Another great way to honor veterans is donating to organizations that collect money for helping veterans when they return home. These organizations offer many different types of services and support for service members. You can decide on what charity best fits the service you want to donate, to and by doing so, you can help keep these organizations continously helping both veterans and their families.
Send a letter to someone serving in the military There are many people serving overseas that rarely have time to speak to family and friends. Sending positive letters to troops overseas could have an uplifting effect, even if you don’t know the individual you are sending the letter to. Organizations such as A Million Thanks accept thousands of letters from U.S. citizens and ship them to people serving overseas. This communication can act as a morale booster and you may even make a new friend in the process.
Proudly display the American flag Any sunny day is an opportunity to display the flag, but never is it more important than on Veterans Day. It’s the easiest and most common way to show your support, not only for the armed forces currently, but for veterans who have come back home as well. By flying the flag, it reminds everyone of the sacrifices made for our country and a thank you to those who helped keep our country safe. It reminds us all of the long history our country has and help those passing by a flag to remember veterans. Compiled by Brent Bader / Features Reporter
Sports
PAGE 8 | SPORTS | THE VIDETTE
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2015
Jacked up
REDBIRD RE PORT
No. 2 Redbirds suffer first conference loss of the season to the No. 11 South Dakota State Jackrabbits despite career day from Anthony Warrum ZACK CARPENTER Sports Editor
The narrative has been there every week this season: Can the Redbird football team survive another brutally competitive game against a highly talented team? This time, Illinois State University was unable to capture a difficult win, falling to South Dakota State, 25-20, on Saturday in Brookings, S.D. Facing one of the nation’s toughest schedules, which has included four top-15 opponents over the last six weeks, the Redbirds have had to regroup every week and get set for another fight in the MVFC, the best league in the nation at the FCS level. “This league is the best league in the nation and we know we’re gonna get a dogfight every single time,” said junior wide receiver Anthony Warrum, who hauled in a careerhigh 241 yards on eight catches, including three touchdowns. “We knew we were coming into the center of the ring and it was gonna be a dogfight. South Dakota State had a great game, they had our number.” Warrum’s career day was not enough to overcome the Redbirds’ inability to get anything going on the ground. The running game, which has always been the program’s identity, limped its way to just 145 yards rushing. Marshaun Coprich’s string of seven consecutive 100-yard performances came to an end on Saturday as the All-American ran for just 68 yards on 22 carries. Coprich was bottled up with nowhere to go throughout the day, as the ISU offensive line was unable to set the edge on outside runs, and could not get any push between the tackles due to an outstanding effort by the SDSU defense.
“Their front four is great, I knew that coming in,” Coprich said. “They get pressure every time. They showed up today and did a great job.” Although the Redbirds tallied 462 total offensive yards, compared to the Jackrabbits’ 465, they were held in check throughout the day, except for a handful of explosive plays in the passing game. Quarterback Tre Roberson finished just 14-for-35, but tallied 317 yards passing and three scores. But the signal caller struggled to find space all day, and that was not more apparent than when he tossed an interception midway through the second quarter. On ISU’s second drive of the game, Roberson connected with Warrum for a four-yard touchdown to open the scoring at 7-0. But the game stalled for the next 25 minutes, as neither team was able to get anything going offensively. But with 5:01 remaining in the second quarter, Roberson was picked off in the flats by linebacker Jesse Bobbit, who returned the ball to the ISU 35 to set the Jacks up with great field position. The play was a critical momentum swing in a game that seemed to be going nowhere for either team. “Both offenses were kind of feeling each other out there, it’s like a boxing match where you’re just trying to figure each other out,” head coach Brock Spack said. “[The turnover] was a big play in the game, but we still had plenty of field left to defend and we’ve got to be able to defend it. The penalty in the end zone was the big one on that drive.” Following Roberson’s turnover, the ’Birds were still given a chance to shut down the Jacks. But cornerback Josh Burch was called for a
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Tre Roberson struggled to a 14-for-35 finish despite tallying 317 yards passing and three TDs during Saturday’s loss.
The Illinois State University men’s basketball team displayed flashes of its new up tempo style of play and zone defense during the Redbirds lone exhibition game Sunday afternoon against the Southern Indiana Eagles. Leading at one point by 19 points, the Redbirds topped the Eagles 88-81 in front of a crowd of 4,022. Senior wing DeVaughn AkoonPurcell and junior point guard Paris Lee paved the way for the Redbirds as they shot a combined sixty percent (15-of-25), tallying 39 points. Lee added six steals and three assists while Akoon-Purcell picked off the Eagles four times. “We were sloppy at times,” ISU coach Dan Muller said. “But I’m happy with the minutes we played.
It was a good learning experience.” The ’Birds were never able to take complete control in the first half, going back and forth with the Eagles including seven first half lead changes. ISU entered halftime with a 44-38 advantage. Finding their feet in the second half, the ’Birds went on several scoring bursts, mainly led by AkoonPurcell and Lee. “We had fresh jitters in our system,” Lee said. “Playing in front of a crowd for the first time, we were nervous.” The ’Birds press played a zone defense the entire game which presented some holes, but for the most part, they were able to capitalize, scoring 35 points off 23 Eagle turnovers. “It’s a lot of fun to play uptempo and press a lot,” Akoon-Purcell said.
The Redbirds took home two decisive victories over the Bradley Braves Friday and over the Loyola Ramblers Saturday; both games were won in four sets. Senior Ashley Rosch was outstanding, tallying 34 kills in both games. Jaelyn Keene also contributed a career-high 11 kills against Bradley. The Redbirds are now in third place in the MVC with a 10-5 record.
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Anthony Warrum hauled in a career-high 241 yards on eight catches, including three touchdowns, during the Redbirds’ 25-20 loss to South Dakota State. pass interference penalty in the end zone, setting up a 10-yard TD run from freshman QB Taryan Christion to knot things up at 7-7. A few minutes later, QB Zach Lujan connected with receiver Jake Wieneke for a 14-yard score with 13 seconds remaining to take a 13-7 lead following a blocked extra point attempt. The Jacks came out of halftime and created some separation with another score from Christion to Brandon Andrews for a 19-7 lead, but the ’Birds struck back immediately with a 70-yard TD from Roberson to Warrum. SDSU was able to get some insurance with a 74-yard score from Christion to Wieneke to start the fourth quarter and extend the lead to 25-14. The Redbirds staged a frantic comeback, however, with a late drive that was stalled at the goal line. On fourth-and-goal from the one-yard line, ISU was called for a false start, forcing a field goal attempt which was blocked – the kicking game for both teams struggled, as two ISU kicks were blocked and SDSU missed a kick with the blocked extra point. Although the ’Birds tallied a third
score from Roberson to Warrum with 1:16 left, an attempted onside kick failed to wrap up the comeback bid. Another important narrative in the game was the poor officiating. The game featured several bad calls, including a pair of SDSU fumbles in which the runner was ruled down but the ball was out. And during ISU’s penultimate drive, Coprich extended the ball over the goal line, but was ruled down at the one, leading to the false start penalty and blocked kick. Because SDSU does not have instant replay review in the stadium—each facility/program has to pay for instant replay and SDSU has not bought it yet —the officials were unable to review any close calls throughout the game. With the renovations currently going on at the stadium, they are expected to have instant replay in the future, starting next year. Aside from the SDSU defense and the officiating, the most important storyline of the game was the Jacks’ two-QB system between Lujan and Christion.
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“It results in a lot of highlights and dunks off turnovers. We enjoy playing fast. We work on it everyday.” ISU shot 49 percent (18-of-37) from the field but struggled from the 3-point line knocking down just 18 percent (2-of-11) from deep. They
also shot a lowly 46 percent (6-of-13) from the free throw line. ISU begins the regular season 9 p.m. CST Friday at San Diego State. Check out the basketball season preview guide in Thursday’s ’Bird
Total receiving yards hauled in, along with three touchdowns, by junior wide receiver Anthony Warrum during his performance in the Redbirds’ 25-20 loss to the South Dakota State Jackrabbits on Saturday. The 241 yards were a career high for Warrum.
MVFC SCORES South Dakota State 25, ISU 20 North Dakota State 59, Western Illinois 7 Northern Iowa 59, Indiana State 13 South Dakota 34, Southern Illinois 31 Youngstown State 47, Missouri State 7
MVFC STANDINGS Conf Ovrl Illinois State 5-1 7-2 North Dakota State 5-1 7-2 South Dakota State 4-2 7-2 South Dakota 3-3 5-4 Youngstown State 3-3 5-4 Northern Iowa 3-3 5-4 Western Illinois 3-3 4-5 Indiana State 2-4 4-5 Southern Illinois 2-4 3-6 Missouri State 0-6 1-8
UPCOMING Cross Country Both men and women Redbird XC teams will travel to Lawrence, Kan. to run at the NCAA Midwest Regionals 11 a.m. Friday.
Football The Redbirds will hit the road to Carbondale. to face conference rival Southern Illinois 2 p.m. Saturday.
Men’s basketball The Redbirds travel to San Diego, Calif. to start their first season game against San Diego State 9 p.m. Friday.
Volleyball The Redbirds will travel to Carbondale, Ill. to face Southern Illinois 7 p.m. Friday and will travel to Evansville, Ind. to take on the University of Evansville 6 p.m. Saturday.
Women’s basketball The Redbirds will travel to Ohio to take on Bowling Green University for their first game of the season 6 p.m. Friday. Dan Baranowki / Staff Photographer
Roland Griffin (35), Paris Lee (1) defend Southern Indiana guard Jeril Taylor.
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