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MiKyle McIntosh: maturation before our eyes, marching into Arch Madness JOSH TOLENTINO Sports Editor
At first glance, MiKyle McIntosh appears as a freak of nature. With his 6-foot-7, 240-pound structure, the sophomore forward towers over every single media member he speaks to while frightening every opponent he stares down on the court. He possesses an extremely muscular build for a college basketball player. With boulder-sized shoulders and calves like steel pipes, one may think McIntosh would be better suited for a more physically demanding sport such as football or perhaps weightlifting. An intimidating appearance, for sure. But this is before the Pickering, Ontario, Can., native even speaks. His deep voice reminds you of the vocal chords of a bass singer from a Chicago lyrical opera. It’s hard to get through to him after the first couple of questions because he keeps his voice buried behind a quiet but humble tone.
“I’m not satisfied,” McIntosh said. “I wanted to reach higher goals but at the same time, I’ve made strides so I’m not upset with my progress at all. I’m happy but I still have a lot more work to do.” Following his efforts during the 2015-16 season, McIntosh was named to the All-MVC Honorable Mention Team, announced by the league office Tuesday. He was joined by teammates DeVaughn Akoon-Purcell (All-MVC Second Team) and Paris Lee (MVC All-Defensive Team, All-MVC Honorable Mention Team). McIntosh scored 10.7 points per game while grabbing 4.8 rebounds. He started in 26 of ISU’s 31 games, scoring in double figures 16 times. A very deserving award for McIntosh, but it hasn’t always been a smooth journey. A shaky beginning to McIntosh’s career didn’t just frustrate Redbird fans but also the All-MVC honoree himself. McIntosh was forced to sit out his freshman year after being ruled see MCINTOSH page 8
Paris Lee (Left), MiKyle McIntosh and DeVaughn Akoon-Purcell pose at Redbird Arena. The three were named to the All-MVC Honorable Mention Team Tuesday. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY PAIGE MEISENHEIMER | PHOTO EDITOR
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Chicago State, Western Illinois announce cuts amid budget crisis EMA SASIC News Reporter
As Illinois enters its ninth month without a state budget, several state universities are making decisions in ways they can cut spending for the remaining and upcoming fiscal years. Chicago State University announced Friday that all faculty, staff and administrators would receive a notice of potential layoffs in the event that Illinois continues its budget impasse and does not fund public universities. “The actions taken today are necessary to fulfill our legal obligation and to make necessary reductions so that we can continue running the university in the absence of state funds,” Chicago State University President Thomas J. Calhoun said in a press conference Friday. “It is our sincere hope that the Governor and legislative leaders will do the right thing and provide funding for public universities before these layoffs would have to be executed.”
Chicago State University’s Board of Trustees declared financial exigency in February. Declaring financial exigency means a university can lay off employees, including tenured professors, more easily. Chicago State University could not be reached for further comment. Western Illinois University’s President Jack Thomas also announced Friday the university plans to cut $20 million over the next two fiscal years and additional cuts for the remainder of the current fiscal year. The university has already made $5 million in cuts this fiscal year, but plans to make an additional $4 million through the end of June. The cuts include mandatory furloughs beginning April 1 for all non-negotiated personnel like administrative, non-academic and civil service employees not covered by a union, spending limited to essential needs and restrictions in travel. Western Illinois University had around $23 million in unrestricted reserve funds at the
beginning of the fiscal year. Due to no Monetary Award Program funding, $11 million went towards providing MAP grants to recipients both semesters and another amount covered payroll and other operating expenditures. As a result, the reserve fund has dwindled down. “We’ve always been an incredibility efficient institution because we’ve faced declines in state appropriates since about 2002, so we certainly learned to do more with less and to live with a little less from the state each year,” Director of University Relations Darcie Shinberger said. “We will continue to a leaner institution, we’ll be focusing on programs that meet student demand and continue to provide an excellent education for not only our current students but future students.” Some cuts for fiscal year 2017 include a reduction of 100 faculty and staff across divisions, closing or combining some offices or units and reducing hours. While several other state universities face hardships, Illinois State University remains
much more financially stable. Standard and Poor’s Rating Services and Moody’s Investors Service reaffirmed ISU’s credit rating at a higher level than the state of Illinois and any other Illinois public university other than the University of Illinois, as Greg Alt, interim vice president for finance and planning, explained. “We do not know how long this budget impasse will continue or how severe the reductions of our state funding will be once a budget is passed, however there are no current plans to impose any layoffs or furloughs,” Alt said. “One reason for this, is that for the past 18 months, we have been carefully reducing spending including the elimination of non-instructional positions through attrition, including retirements or other voluntary terminations.” ISU has eliminated or held vacant at least 76 positions for savings of about $3.6 million. ISU has also deferred maintenance and equipment purchases and several energy saving improvements have been made over the past several years that lower utility costs.
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Super Tuesday establishes frontrunners If past patterns remain consistent, the presidential election will be Clinton v. Trump
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uper Tuesday has been known as the most important day of the presidential primary season. Doing well on Super Tuesday, when 11 states hold primaries and caucuses, is critical for a candidate. In recent history, the candidate who triumphs on that one day becomes their party’s nominee — since 1988, every candidate who has won the most votes on Super Tuesday later won the party nomination. Donald Trump once again prevailed in the Republican Party’s Super Tuesday. Sen. Ted Cruz had a surprisingly positive day, winning his home state of Texas and several others, while Sen. Marco Rubio was only successful in Minnesota. Although Cruz only trails Trump by 90 delegates, history tells us that we should prepare for a Trump nomination. His ability to sustain a high level of popularity despite his offensive demeanor and almost complete lack of policy proposals is astonishing. Trump is also starting to use more conciliatory language toward other Re-
publicans, preparing to unite the party for a national race. Trump’s appeal is now unquestionably strong and his voter base has proven that they are willing to get to the poles. Gone are the days when Trump could be shrugged off as a political sideshow. Hillary Clinton’s popularity in southern states carried her to victory on Super Tuesday, expanding her delegate lead to 191 over Sen. Bernie Sanders. As she distances her lead over Sanders, Clinton’s momentum and establishment support will most likely carry her to the Democratic Party’s nomination. The vast majority of superdelegates have also pledged their votes to Clinton, making her the favored candidate. Clinton’s victories makes it a rough road ahead for the Sanders campaign. Although Sanders can still mathematically catch up in delegates, it is unlikely. On Tuesday, Sanders needed to win by larger margins in his strong states and lose by less in Clinton strongholds. But Sanders’ campaign won’t end any time soon. He still has a large, faithful fol-
lowing that is willing to fund his campaign. Sanders says in speeches that he has had over four million individual campaign contributions. His rejection of super PACS and corporate endorsements has given supporters of Sanders a feeling of true investment when they donate and he won’t let his supporters down by easily backing out. The persistence of the Sanders campaign is important to keeping income inequality and social issues at the forefront of the debate in the Democratic Party. He has shifted the focus of the Democratic Party’s conversation to the left, with his emphasis on social programs and anti-Wall Street sentiment. As long as Sanders stays in the race, he’ll have some degree of influence over the party’s platform in the 2016 presidential elections. With just nine months until the presidential election, we now have the clearest outlook on which candidates will most likely represent the two major parties in the fall: Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton.
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ot only are we halfway through the semester, but we are also halfway through tax season, which is actually exciting for an accounting major. The deadline to file taxes is April 15. It is still beneficial to file even if you are a dependent student who makes less than $6,200 a year because you might receive a refund. For most of my friends, their parents or guardians file their taxes for them, as it is known to be a complicated process. Because it can be complex and tedious, there are a lot of things that can go wrong. Therefore, it is not uncommon for people not to receive what they deserve. Luckily, I have benefited almost every tax season while I’ve been at Illinois State University and have been able to use the extra money I made back on Spring Break trips and other nice things. First, one must know the term “tax deductions,” which lower your taxable income, therefore lowering your tax liability, according to the Turbo Tax Blog. Typically, deductions are beneficial and one deduction that all students can use no matter the level of higher education, is the Lifetime Learning Credit. The government wants citizens to continue to be life-long learners, so they offer tax breaks to all people pursuing higher education. These breaks and benefits can be up to $2,000 and can be used to offset tuition, fees, books and other school materials. Similarly, students can utilize the American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOTC). The AOTC covers the entire first $2,000 of qualified cost, plus a quarter of the next $2,000, totaling $2,500 in total tax breaks. These breaks do not affect your financial aid nor will they affect your family’s contribution on FAFSA.The AOTC also gives up to 40 percent refunds if you do not have a tax liability, according to the IRS. However, the two deductions are mutually exclusive, and both cannot be claimed. To receive these credits, use the information given from the 1098-T form sent to all ISU students. Student loans are a major concern for college students nationwide, and graduating with little debt is everyone’s biggest wish. Another tax break known as the Student Loan Interest Deduction is a way to write-off the cost of your student loan interest. Sadly, you cannot write off all of your student loan interest, but every bit helps. When you do file your taxes, make sure you’re not paying an arm and a leg in fees. A lot of places do charge to file, but there are ways to get your taxes done for free. Locally, there are various volunteer centers that prepare taxes for free, such as Mt. Moriah Church and Heartland College on certain times and days. TurboTax also lets you file your taxes for free if you are filing a simple return. If you are still timid about filing your taxes, than make sure that your parents or guardian claim your tax breaks to ensure all the extra benefits aren’t left untouched. Delane Mclurkin is a senior accounting major and columnist for The Vidette and can be reached at vidette_dcmclur@ ilstu.edu. Follow him on Twitter at @ DelaneMcl.
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Last year, an ASB bus went to New Orleans and helped sort Mardi Gras beads to be recycled.
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STLF’s stopped in Poplar Bluff, Mo., last year, where students helped restore a historic train depot.
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While many students spend their Spring Break under the sun, others will spend it helping others while hitting the road this semester. Two campus RSOs will represent Illinois State University as they travel next week to not only escape the classroom and have some fun, but also help with organizations around the country. Complied by BRENT BADER | Senior Reporter
Alternative Spring Break ASB is a student organization that gives ISU students the chance to engage in community service over Spring Break. Kelli Ferraro, senior business teacher education major and ASB coordinator, believes the organization helps students learn about different social issues they may not usually be exposed to and offers the incentive of getting out and exploring new places. This year, for $250, students will be going to a variety of locations on one of five trips: Winder, Ga., to work with Habitat for Humanity; Atlanta, Ga., to work with WINGS for Kids; Duffield, Va., to work at a state park with Environmental Conservation; Memphis, Tenn., to clean up the Mississippi River with Environmental Restoration; and Little Rock, Ark., working with Homelessness and Hunger. By working with these organizations, the group of nearly 200 students, 45 per bus, will
improve their social and networking skills, both out of state and at ISU. “I’ve met a lot of people,” Ferraro said. “It’s expanded my ability to network which I think is just one of the greatest things this organization can give people and it gives you so much more knowledge about the world and what is happening around you.” Positions are still available on all buses, except for the Little Rock trip. Applications are available at tinyurl.com/isu-altbreak. All students in good academic standing, 2.0 GPA or higher, are welcome but must be willing to proudly represent ISU while traveling. “A lot of organizations aren’t used to having a bus full of 45 people coming down to work with them and a lot of times that can be overwhelming,” Ferraro said. “So we push for students that can really represent ISU well.”
Students Today Leaders Forever STLF engages its students in service projects around the Bloomington-Normal community, but its biggest event is the Pay It Forward Tour they go on every Spring Break. The group of around 130 students hit the road via buses and lend a helping hand to various organizations. This year, for $525, three buses will be going to Atlanta, Ga., but they visit different cities on the way. One of the buses is known as the “mystery bus,” where passengers won’t even know which cities they’ll be visiting until an hour before they arrive. The buses visit five cities on the way to Atlanta and this year’s trips includes stops in Myrtle Beach, S.C., Selma, Ala., Savannah, Ga., and New Orleans, La. Along the way, students will engage in service projects, such as working at food banks and
Alcohol banned at PCB AUDREY ANFIELD News Reporter
Due to past safety issues during Spring Break, alcohol consumption has been banned on Panama City beaches during March 2016. Along with the alcohol ban, alcohol sales after 2 a.m. are prohibited and drinking in commercial parking lots is also against the law. Alcohol has been a contributing factor to significant issues that Panama City beaches have experienced during past Spring Breaks. In 2015, Panama City Beach experienced increases in the number of people arrested, as well as confiscated firearms. These new laws are set up to curb those problems and ensure the safety of spring-breakers. “You get in those large crowd atmospheres and it gives some people a sense of anonymity and a feeling that they can get away with things,” ISU Chief of Police Aaron Woodruff said. “That’s why I think our students need to be smart and have someone that’s out there watching out for them.” As these new drinking laws go into affect, students are heading south to other Spring Break destinations such as South Padre, Texas. “Well, I think the mass amounts of students are going to Padre verses PCB for a few reasons,” Connor Forgue, junior organization leadership and business administration major said. “The drinking laws cracking down are a large contributor, but also the past few years became more dangerous,” Forgue said. continue at videtteonline.com
cleaning national parks until they participate in one large service project together with other schools in Atlanta. Cory Anderson, senior community health education major and chapter core member, said the experience is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that should not be missed for students looking for a unique experience next year. “You get to see cities you may not get to see if you don’t get to go on this trip,” Anderson said. “I feel like college is the only time you get to go on trips like this with 45 people, not knowing them at the start and by the end you could be best friends.” STLF meets 8 p.m. Wednesdays on the third floor of the Bone Student Center in the West Lounge. All interested students are encouraged to attend a meeting.
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Mitsubishi lends helping hand to organizations BRENT BADER Senior Reporter
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. is continuing its charitable contributions in the BloomingtonNormal community. The automaker’s charity foundation, Mitsubishi Motors USA Foundation, will donate $10,000 to Illinois Wesleyan University’s nonprofit internship program, $20,000 to the local Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education initiative and $30,000 to the American Red Cross of the Heartland for a home fire safety initiative. IWU reached out to Ryan Gremore, general manager and operating partner of O’Brien Mitsubishi of Normal, in November 2015 when looking for help setting up an internship program that they felt aligned with the foundation’s interests. “We want to be the best stewards we can be with proceeds that we have and they have a wonderful internship program that works with young people that work with nonfor-profiteers for an internship,” Gremore said. The internship program was reviewed with the board and the foundation agreed to donate toward the internship. IWU officials said The Mitsubishi Community Partnership Program will give them the opportunity to place more students into non-profit and social service environments that they otherwise would be unable to join. The Mitsubishi Motors USA Foundation tries to give out donations to local charities that can directly impact the community.
Illinois People’s Action addresses budget crisis KYRA VANDIVIER News Reporter
Illinois People’s Action hope to mobilize efforts in the community to address the budget impasse Illinois is currently facing. IPA is a local, faith-based organization and a branch of the National People’s Action. They focus on gathering communal support against justice issues faced across the state. “[We’re] working with students, community members and clergy to voice the impact that the budget impasse has on our community,” Sonny Garcia, one of IPA’s campaign leaders, said. “We plan on taking our message to the streets and shutting down business-asusual if we don’t get a budget that works for the poor and everyday working people.” In order to rally this kind of support, IPA plans to provide the community with information sessions that address the history of the budget crisis and provide concrete solutions. This comes along with “evidence that is contrary to what our legislators would have you believe,” Elizabeth Kosuth, IPA member and Illinois State University alumna and faculty member, said. “It is
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democracy,” Garcia said. “I realize that this kind of change can be an uphill battle,” Kosuth said. “But I’d rather be discouraged by setbacks than immobilized by feeling powerless.” That’s IPA’s goal: to bring power back to the community and this is one of the many reason’s Kosuth joined the movement. “I decided I couldn’t just keep complaining about how bad things are in Illinois government—I need to get involved in changing it,” Kosuth said. Illinois People’s Action, along with many other Illinois residents, hope to achieve these changes and see through big picture goals. These goals include passing the LaSalle Street tax and a progressive income tax, as well as closing tax loopholes. But these changes cannot be achieved without help. Kelly McNamara | Staff Photographer “We can fight back,” Blatzheim IPA plans to inform the community about the history of the budget crisis. said. “But we need people power. In the face of massive amounts of orgaKosuth sees the crisis as a revenue munity, Illinois People’s Action nized wealth resisting any kind of problem, not a spending issue, with hopes to motivate individuals to just change, we need to mobilize the solutions that can be reached with- push for change in Springfield. “We only resource we have: ourselves. If out hurting the public. want to make sure that the one per- you’re upset about what’s going on, “This work is incredibly impor- cent pays their fair share and that you are not alone. There are thoutant because this issue is often we build a movement that empow- sands of us, and we need your help confusing and there is a lot of ers everyday people to take back our to make change.” Moses Montefiore Temple A Reform Congregation Friday Service: 5:30pm (except 4th Friday of the month) Saturday Torah Service: 11:00am Shabbat Morning Services: 9:30am (except 4th Saturday of the month)
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Have a great staycation Stuck at home for break? No problem. Turn your Spring Break into a staycation!
Things to do this weekend
Take a time out
Since you’re on break, try to eliminate reminders of the structural stresses you’re used to during class time. Turn off ringers on your phone and enjoy pure relaxation without interruption. Instead of checking your social media and emails, try to engage with the outdoors for the day, or relax inside by completely freeing your mind of responsibility. Perhaps you prefer visiting a state park (Starved Rock, anyone?) to your own home, or having watergame day in your back yard. If you’re a night owl, try enjoying the night by candlelight (if weather permits) and appreciating earth’s simple delights: the sky, stars and surrounding nature. You can even opt for a night of music under the stars, or bring a good book to read by candlelight.
“Street Scene” Opening
Bring a destination home
Although your staycation isn’t anywhere exotic, this doesn’t mean your cuisine can’t reflect that of a five-star European bistro. Delve into dishes like delicious seafood for a taste of on-the-sea destinations, or specific European dishes like a Caprese salad from Italy, or French macaroons for dessert. Maybe even a good Thai dish will suit your needs, or a delicious curry from India. If you have the means, try dedicating one meal or dessert per day of break to engage with new foods from around the world!
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Setting up a spa in your bathroom is a quick and easy way to relax during your time off this break.
Play a vacation soundtrack
There’s nothing like playing music to emulate a specific vibe. If you’re trying to indulge in a more “tropical” mindset, try putting on a Caribbean soundtrack or purely sounds of the outdoors (like the Amazon, or rushing ocean waves). Similar to engaging with new foods daily, why not make the week of break a cultural experience? Select music from the location you’re choosing to dine with, and play it along with dinner or throughout your day. If you’re looking for good tunes but want to stay within your favorite genre, try compiling a list of new music to try out. Collect individual songs or albums you’ve been meaning to give a listen and play them straight through.
Turn your bathroom into a spa
Stop in your local health-food store to pick out items like essential oils in scents most appealing to you (like calming lavender, chamomile or lemon verbena). Draw a warm bath and use extra-scented treats like bath bombs or simple bubbles to add variety to your routine (think about it: when’s the last time you took a bubble bath?) Pamper yourself completely by adding a face mask, manicure and pedicure into the mix to find a happy balance between looking and feeling good. You can even cleanse on the inside by staying hydrated; filling your best glasses with ice water and slices of lemon or orange will add slight flavor without going overboard, and stand as a healthy form of hydration.
Have your own film fest
With the recent Oscar awards, it’s more than likely you will want to catch up on some of the better films you missed this year. Similar to your music compilation, why not reserve a time slot for movie hour? Select some of your classic favorites, or strictly new films you haven’t seen and have a one-onone Spring Break marathon. If you’re feeling creative, organize your film list by genre, year or actors/actresses you’re most fond of. And most importantly: don’t feel guilty if you allow yourself to indulge in a bit of movie-esque snacking as well (break is short, enjoy it!). Compiled by Gianna Annunzio | Features Reporter
Author Aliza Licht sheds light on PR industry, sharing tips with newbies in ‘Leave Your Mark’ MOLLIE MCDONNELL Features Editor
Working her way from med student, to sales intern and finally into the fashion industry, author Aliza Licht has the knowledge and need-to-know secrets that can help young hopefuls get, and keep, the jobs they are looking for. In her book, “Leave Your Mark” Licht shares her stories, both good and bad, to give millennials and PR hopefuls some insight into the world of fashion and business. Her focus and current job may be in the fashion industry, but her tips can apply to young employees in a variety of fields. While the book itself reads like an easy guide of what to do in the workplace, Licht was kind enough to give some additional insight to Illinois State University seniors as they embark on the job search. To help seniors stand out in the job search, Licht shares some advice to get the job, and to move up. Licht understands that young millennials are new to the work place and the quick-paced culture, but with some hard work you can catch up and stand out. “Having a strong work ethic is not a given and it’s incredibly important,” Licht said. “If you make yourself indispensable to your
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“Leave Your Mark” tells the story of author Aliza Licht’s career journey while mentoring the reader on how to build a successful career through building your own personal brand. have a short attention span. But boss you will become someone don’t let that keep you from getshe fights for.” But while hard work will pay off ting a job. In “Leave Your Mark,” Lieventually, Licht reminds us that cht suggests that we can work change doesn’t happen overnight. through our flaws and perfect our “People have to learn to be work ethics to do our best in the patient and pay their dues,” Licht said. “Promotions don’t happen at workplace. A little common sense, a the same speed as an Instagram willingness to put in the extra ten feed.” percent and a good head on your Based on the feedback from shoulders is key to being successprofessors and the youth’s obsesful in the workplace. sion with social media recogniBut as Licht reminds us, tion, our age group is known to
sometimes our goals and jobs can change, and being flexible is key. “Be open minded to change,” Licht said. “Sometimes it’s the best thing for you.” From being flexible in your current position, to searching for a new career, Licht in “Leave Your Mark” shows us all that having an open mind, and a willingness to adapt can help us reach our goals and prove ourselves in the workplace. Or, if we are not happy, change our paths to find our true careers. Happiness in a job shows, and while hard work is required across the board, your true passion in a job will show when you find the perfect field for you. While Licht has no other books on the horizon for now, her newsletter is accessible via her website, packed with tips and inspiration to embark on the professional world. “That is very much in the spirit of ‘Leave Your Mark,’” Licht said. “Its career related inspiration based on my new adventures.” To access her newsletter called Blackboard, go to www.alizalicht. com/blackboard/. For those who have yet to pick up a copy of her book, “Leave Your Mark” can be found online at Amazon.com or Barnesandnoble.com.
Friday, the School of Theatre and Dance will perform American opera “Street Scene.” This show was the winner of the 1929 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and was written by Elmer Rice. His play “The Adding Machine” was produced at Illinois State University in 2013. The show additionally runs on Thursday (in case many of you no-classFriday students want to start your weekend early). Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, or at the box office in the Center for the Performing Arts. Showtime begins at 7:30 p.m.
Artist Reception: Mary Jungels-Goodyear The Normal Public Library will celebrate the work of artist Mary Jungles-Goodyear 4-6 p.m Friday. The Normal Public Library Foundation will provide refreshments during the event, and the cost is free to the public. Can’t make it on Friday? The gallery is also open during the library’s regular hours (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday).
“First Friday” Artist Trading Cards new releases Businesses in downtown Bloomington are extending its hours of operation Friday 5-8 p.m. to commemorate this event, showcasing the visual arts for the purpose of education and exposure for artists. “Artist Trading Cards,” or works of art created by local artists reduced to the size of a small baseball card, will be sold at participating buisinesses. Prices range from $5-15. For a list of participating businesses, visit downtownbloomington.org.
Zoo Stampede 5k Registration is still underway for the Miller Park Zoological Society’s 19th “Zoo Stampede” on Saturday. For those of you who are looking to get a good run in this weekend, or training for a future race, this 5k walk and 3k walk could be the perfect trial “run.” Most of the race’s route is flat, with only a few rolling hills to add to the challenge. The 5k begins at 10 a.m., followed by the 3k directly after. All participants will additionally be treated to Avanti’s Gondolas after the race. Registration fee is $35.
Mulberry Jukebox Bash The annual Mulberry Jukebox Bash fundraiser benefitting the Mulberry school will be held at Six Strings Club in downtown Bloomington Saturday. The event includes a range of entertainment for all attendees 21 and over. Tickets are sold in advance for $30, and $35 at the door. The event is 5 to 9 p.m. Compiled by Gianna Annuzio | Features Reporter
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pointers to McIntosh,. “He needs to hone in on making his perimeter shot,” Chauca said. “Along continued from page 1 with working on defense and being aggressive, he needs to be very nit picky about his game. If he continues to perfect his game, I really think he will a non-qualifier by the NCAA, along with teammate Deontae Hawkins. make it to the league.” Following a review by the NCAA Eligibility Center, the NCAA determined Summing up McIntosh in one statement, Chauca had strong words for some of the coursework taken by the pair during their high school enrollhis former teammate. ment could not be used to satisfy NCAA Division-I initial-eligibility require“MiKyle’s a goofy dude, he’s very outgoing but he’s also very humble,” ments. Chauca said. “I don’t use the word family all the time, but he truly is a Prior to committing to ISU, McIntosh received a high and serious brother.” amount of interest from big name universities across the country such as Chauca’s advice hasn’t fallen on deaf ears. McIntosh rebounded from his Georgetown, Tennessee and Kentucky. He was even offered programs by freshman year enormously during the 2015-16 season. He has matured into perennial Power 5 in Oregon and UCLA. But McIntosh knew that with all of the player many thought he would be, but the scary part, at least to Coach these teams, there would be a hurdle his first year in the program regarding Muller, is he still has a “long way to go to be great.” his academics. The acaMcIntosh was a memdemic issue resulted ber of the national U19 in hesitation from the Canadian team, which big-name schools. competed in the FIBA Hesitation from all of World Championships. them except coach Dan Moving to ISU and playMuller and the ISU ing in the MVC may have coaching staff. been a bigger transition “I chose ISU because than expected, but McInof the loyalty over the tosh has finally arrived. whole process,” McInMcIntosh added to his tosh said. “I was going All-Valley accolades by through a lot during being named captain of my decision making. the MVC Most-Improved Most teams didn’t team, announced by the want to take the risk league office Wednesday morning. with having me sitting When comparing his out. Coach Muller and play from this season to the entire ISU program last, it was a no brainer remained loyal to me. for McIntosh reflecting on It was a perfect fit.” his play. Upon his arrival to “I’m much more ISU, McIntosh worked comfortable,” McIntosh tirelessly on individual said. “Knowing when to workouts, including attack, when not to attack. both heavy weight liftI understand it a lot more ing and perfecting his than I did last year. Last basketball skills in the year was a huge learning gym. After sitting out experience.” for a complete season, Muller is impressed he was ready to fully with one of the higher talre-join his teammates ents to ever walk through and compete for the ISU’s doors, but he and 2014-15 season as a the coaching staff still redshirt freshman. know there’s a lot of room His freshman season for improvement. didn’t go quite as “We’ve clearly seen planned. MiKyle have a handful of After playing at good games,” Muller said. a dominant level “He’s so far away from his throughout high school potential, it’s scary. He’s and for Team Canada, understanding more and McIntosh struggled his more every day how to first year as a Redbird. be a really good player. As a freshman, he averThere’s pressure that aged just 5.8 points comes with being a good per game, struggling player. He has to handle to stay in games due to that. He’s done a tremenfoul trouble. Paige Meisenheimer | Photo Editor dous job.” The learning curve MiKyle McIntosh, a 6-foot-7, 240-pound sophomore forward provides a physical presence on the court. The other significant carried into the beginother in McIntosh’s life who supported him throughout his early career ning of this season as well. McIntosh found himself fouling too often early struggles is his mother, Karen Robotham. on, limiting his time on the court and earning his bottom glued to the “I have a relationship with my mom that is everlasting,” McIntosh said. “I bench. He came to ISU with such high expectations; it was becoming hard don’t know what I would do without her. I feel like that about my dad too. to please his doubters and supporters alike. They’ve both been there for me. My mother means the world to me. I do “Expectations are a part of life and sports,” Muller said. “MiKyle has everything for them.” taken awhile to figure out how to be a very good player.” McIntosh explains that the relationship he has with his parents is “a relaWhen McIntosh was running low on both confidence and playing time, tionship all children around the world should have with their parents.” he would remember advice given to him by a pair of individuals close to his Hoping to play professionally in the future, McIntosh balances the weight heart, but far from home. Both are thousands of miles away from ISU. of basketball on his shoulders as he attempts to make his family happy The first, best friend and former high school teammate and current UC from afar. Berkeley guard, Brandon Chauca. “I want to see them happy,” McIntosh said. “I want to see us get out of UC Berkeley is part of a talented PAC-12 conference. Chauca is currently certain situations that we’re in. When I play basketball, I do it for them. teammates with a pair of freshmen who many analysts I sometimes lose myself when I play because I want to see them happy. I believe are the best duo in the country in Cal’s backwant to succeed to see them be stable and afloat. I cherish and love my famcourt of Jaylen Brown and Ivan Rabb. Despite playing with and against some of the best players in the country, ily so much.” Although Muller instills into his players using a game-by-game approach, Chauca remains firm in his opinion that “MiKyle is the McIntosh can’t help but imagine what it would mean to help lead ISU back most talented player” he’s ever played with. to the NCAA Tournament, a place they haven’t reached in nearly 20 years. “He’s my bro,” Chauca said. “We’ve been through hell “I’ve always wanted to make it to the tournament. It’s been a dream of and back. We went through some really tough times mine since I was a kid. It would mean the world. We were almost there last together.” Brandon Chauca, year. Knowing what it takes to play on Sunday, that we were that close, this Chauca, a 5-foot-9, Filipino and Peruvian guard, California guard year we will do a lot better job.” played with McIntosh at two different high schools, at As McIntosh and the rest of the Redbirds approach Arch Madness, he Christian Faith Center Academy and then 22FT Academy. Now playing keeps the inspiring words from his loved ones close to his heart. Striving to under coach Cuonzo Martin alongside Rabb and Brown, Chauca still gives improve his game every day, the giant but humble and quiet McIntosh can’t advice to his long time brother. help but smile knowing he has support from loved ones around the world. “Never be satisfied,” Chauca said. “He’s dominating, he’s a high-major Knowing his mental fortitude and physical strength, it’s clear MiKyle Mcplayer at a mid-major level. Whenever he’s going through a slump, he Intosh is capable of carrying the weight of his loved ones and the continuneeds to remember to trust the process.” ous load of expectations on his back. Despite being separated by hundreds of miles, Chauca continues to give
“We’ve clearly seen MiKyle have a handful of good games. He’s so far away from his potential, it’s scary. He’s understanding more and more every day how to be a reallly good player. There’s pressure that comes with being a good player. He has to handle that. He’s done a tremendous job.” - Dan Muller, ISU men’s basketball coach Download The Vidette App, visit www.videtteonline.com and follow @JCTSports, @ZCarp11 and @Vidette_ Sports Twitter for live pictures, videos and in-depth coverage from Arch Madness in St. Louis this weekend.
Fast Break Here is a quick rundown of the 2015-16 Missouri Valley Conference Tournament: No. 1 Wichita State
Seniors Fred VanVleet and Ron Baker, who were each named All-MVC first selections, are hoping to lead the Shockers to another MVC title.
No. 2 Evansville
D.J. Balentine is the NCAA active leading scorer (2,409), while Egidijus Mockevicius leads the nation in rebounding (14.0 per game) and double-doubles (26).
No. 3 Illinois State
Senior DeVaughn AkoonPurcell was named All-MVC Second Team, while junior Paris Lee and MiKyle McIntosh were named MVC Honorable Mentions. Lee also earned MVC All-Defensive Team honors.
No. 4 Southern Illinois
Anthony Beane, a former ISU commit and All-MVC First Team selection averages a team best 19.4 points per game.
No. 5 Northern Iowa Wes Washpun leads the Panthers into Arch Madness hoping to lead UNI to a second straight tournament title after defeating the Redbirds last year.
No. 6 Indiana State Friday will be the third meeting of the season between the Sycamores and the Redbirds after splitting the season series with both teams winning at home.
No. 7 Missouri State Bears boast junior Dequon Miller, MVC Newcomer of the Year. He led the Bears with 12.7 points per game and a team high of 88 assists.
No. 8 Loyola
Senior Montel James earned All-MVC Second Team accolades after leading the Ramblers in scoring (12.1 ppg), rebounding (6.8 rpg) and blocked shots (26).
No. 9 Bradley
Donte Thomas leads the youngest team in the nation on a Thrusday night showdown vs. Loyola.
No. 10 Drake
The Bulldogs managed just two Valley wins as they enter Thursday evening vs. Missouri State. Zack Carpenter | Sports Editor