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llinois State University’s annual Relay For Life was held Friday and gave those affected by cancer an opportunity to proudly display their ongoing courage in the fight. By Sunday, this year’s Relay For Life raised $23,893 of its $41,000 goal. “Relay is a late-night event full of games, entertainment, food, and honoring those who have won, lost or are fighting a battle with cancer,” sophomore Michaela Pierson said. She is a member of the executive board for Colleges Against Cancer, which is a campus organization responsible for Relay For Life and the American Cancer Society (ACS). Relay For Life is the primary fundraiser for the ACS, which seeks to free the world from cancer. This is conducted though funding and research, sharing information, spreading word about prevention and supporting patients. The event, held at Horton Field House, began with an opening ceremony, honoring all who have been affected by cancer and who generously contributed to this year’s season. Volunteer Erech Pierson said he is inspired by the event because it encourages people to come together. “To see very few things in this world affect people as cancer does is a terrible thing,” Pierson said. “We band together and continue to fight, give back and raise awareness.” His daughter, Michaela, battled cancer when she was 7-years-old and underwent chemotherapy for two years. She was treated at St. Jude Hospital in Johnson City, Tennessee. The opening ceremony was followed by the Survivor/Caregiver Walk, where the courage and strength of participants are honored. They were cheered on as they walked. Everyone affected by cancer was represented with a luminaria in the ceremony that followed. Each luminaria bag is personalized with a name and/or message and illuminated after dark at every Relay For Life event. This gave participants the opportunity to grieve, but also receive hope. The closing ceremony focused on the future of fighting cancer and celebration of how much has been accomplished. Relay For Life has raised about $406 million in cancer research grant funding this year alone, and roughly $4.6 billion since 1946.
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TOP: Sophomore mathematics education major Natalie Harmening jumps in front of the HOPE sign Friday at Horton Field House. ABOVE LEFT: Relay for Life participants played games such as bags during the event. ABOVE RIGHT: Bags honoring victims of cancer were placed on the track inside Horton Field House.
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Annual Springfest to feature MAX, Stacey Kay, SungBeats
magic act to campus for Family Weekend on Oct. 27. Presale tickets will be available on Ticketmaster until 10 p.m. Thursday, using the password “REDBIRD.” General public ticket
sales begin 10 a.m. Friday. “The Illusionists” has become the best-selling magic show in Broadway history selling $2.1 million in one week. Trent has been a guest on “America’s Got Talent,” “The Today Show,” “Ellen,” the Travel Channel and Disney Channel. The 31-year-old
also stars in his own recently launched 10 episode series “The Road Trick” on Red Bull TV. Returning to his roots as a solo headliner, Trent brings his hits from the Broadway show along with never before seen material in “The Illusionists Present The Magic of Adam Trent.”
Illinois State University students looking for a way to take their minds off of upcoming finals can look no further than to the annual music festival Springfest, which will take place at 3 p.m. Wednesday on the Quad. The event is sponsored by ISU’s University Program Board and the Student Government Association. It is free and open to the public. Springfest will feature Max Schneider, also known as MAX, who is an American singer known for his popular song “Lights Down Low,” which has reached over MAX 31 million views on YouTube. Award winning acapella group member and former “America’s Got Talent” artist Stacey Kay will also be performing, along with beatboxer SungBeats. UPB’s Center Stage Stacey Kay Chairperson Brandon Moran said this year’s Springfest will include new activities such as a dunk tank and inflatables. “This event used to be held a long time ago, but then the university stopped hosting it, but SungBeats it came back in Spring of 2015,” Moran said. “UPB is the main presenter of the event but SGA is also involved in this as well. Springfest is a free show we put on for the community and ISU, as well as to give students that last little hurrah for the semester. “UPB uses a middle agent who contacts the artists’ teams so it’s very exciting to be able to have MAX who is an upcoming artist and famous for his ‘Lights Down Low’ song, Stacey Kay who is a very talented singer, which is pretty awesome, and SungBeats, who is a beat boxer,” he continued. Moran said besides the dunk tank and inflatables, the event will also feature exotic animals, a rock-climbing wall along with free food and tattoos. “We’re gearing this towards all students because we want everyone to come out and have a good time,” he said. see SPRINGFEST page 5
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he fine arts buildings on the campus of Illinois State University are suffering greatly and officials are trying to get the ball rolling on repairs. The Centennial East and West buildings and Center for Visual Arts make up some of the fine arts buildings. The buildings host most of the classes that art majors need to graduate. In 1959, Centennial East and West were built as one complex. The CVA was built in 1974, just 15 years later. All three buildings serve to host art majors on campus. However, as time goes on, infrastructure suffers, and that is no different for the fine arts buildings. Lawmakers approved a new facility nine years ago, but never gave ISU construction funding to begin the project. ISU President Larry Dietz spoke to WGLT about the matter and detailed just how much money is being spent to keep the old buildings in shape. “We have spent $6 million over the course of the last few years in fixing problems in that facility. It’s $6 million that literally and figuratively [went] down the drain because of the plumbing issues most recently,” Dietz said. While the buildings suffer from old age, Dietz said that the project designs and plans have been there for some time, but funding is holding everything back. Dietz said that wasting money on maintenance in the old buildings not only hurts the college financially, but
students as well. “I think it would ultimately save money in allowing us to build that building because the money that we are spending right now on that old building really is not helping us,” he said. “It is really impacting the quality of education that our students in the College of Fine Arts are receiving.” Students that rely on the facilities to learn and do class projects feel it is lacking adequate resources to Michelle Carrico | Vidette Photographer fulfill their needs. The Center for the Visual Arts was built back in 1974 and has not been ren“One thing that bugs novated. me the most about the to perceive.” building is the lack of All the while, other renovations were made windows to let in natural light,” Shea Grehan, sophomore studio arts photography and geog- or started around campus in the last nine years, including the Bone Student Center raphy major, said. “Color is crucial to a lot of visual art, and Revitalization and the Watterson Dining without natural light, or true color lighting, Commons Expansion. While the General Assembly approved $54 what we see and create in the building may be different than how it actually looks. This million for the College of Fine Arts project in has held true for printing my photos in the 2009, nothing has been done outside of planbasement of the building, where the f luores- ning and design to begin construction. Dietz cent lights make prints appear to have a green is hopeful that the money will arrive sooner tint and make details in deep shadows hard than later.
Communication class to hold blood drive CINDY HERNANDEZ News Reporter | @Cindylu_7
Students in Professor Lee Anne Hale’s COM 110 class are organizing a blood drive from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Friday in the Rosa Parks Room in Watterson Towers. The class is working with Bloomington’s American Red Cross to collect all the blood donations. The students in this class are working toward gathering enough donations from their peers before the semester ends so there will be
more availability. “Organizing this blood drive is teaching us how to implement the communication skills we learn in a real-world setting,” COM 110 student Angela Brown said. A raffle will be held for donors and it will give them the opportunity to win prizes from local businesses in the Bloomington-Normal area. There will be raffle prizes from D.P. Dough and The Original Pancake House. There will also be Papa John’s Pizza and Insomnia Cookies provided.
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17-year-old male in custody in connection to shooting Bond set at $2.5 million for teenager who allegedly killed two men KEVIN SCHWALLER News Editor | @kevshwa
Seventeen-year-old Bloomington resident Christopher Harrison was brought to the McLean County Juvenile Detention Center Friday after being accused of shooting and killing two males Wednesday at the Lancaster Heights apartment complex in Normal. Located at 1444 E. College Ave., the report of a shooting came in before 10 p.m. The Normal Police Department, firefighters and paramedics arrived to the scene shortly after. McLean County Coroner Kathy Davis said Joseph Gardner, 20, and Reginaldt Hart, Jr., 19, both of Bloomington, were pronounced dead at 10:54 p.m. Numerous weapons were found at the scene of the incident, according to authorities. Harrison is accused of firing over 20 rounds from an AR-15 rif le at the victims. Harrison faces six counts of first degree murder. Associate Judge Pablo Eves set bond for him at $2.5 million. On Friday, McLean County State’s Attorney
Jason Chambers said officers found the two victims lying in the hallway inside the apartment complex. A witness told the police Harrison was seen leaving the apartment and going to another apartment on a different f loor. “This was a very sad situation, and what I would say was a senseless situation or act,” NPD Chief of Police Rick Bleichner said during a press conference Thursday. “Officers obser ved obvious signs that multiple gunshots had been fired during an encounter inside the building,” Bleichner said. “Officers secured the building and conducted a search in which no other victims were located.” Bleichner also said the investigation is in early stages and more information will be revealed in time. Those with information regarding to the gunfire are encouraged to contact the NPD at (309) 454-9535. Individuals can also contact the McLean County Crime Stoppers at (309) 828-1111.
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determined that it was the cause of an accident.” History education sophomore Ryan MavriIllinois legislators are advancing a new law nac said a driver who was texting and driving that would harshen penalties for those caught was the reason for his last car accident. texting and driving. “I was sitting at a red light waiting to pull If the legislation is passed, the bill would allow into my apartment complex when all of a law enforcement officials to issue a moving viosudden I get rear-ended. lation on the first offense. First time violations “I got out of the car and the person got out carry a fine of $75. Current Illinois law only of her car and started apologizing, saying allows a ticket to be issued on the second or subthat she had been trying to text her boyfriend sequent stops. that she was going to be late to a show they State Rep. John D’Amico (D-Chicago) sponwere going to. It kind of just shows you how sored the original ban on texting and driving texting can distract drivers and lead to accifour years ago. He said that everyone knows that dents such as mine,” Mavrinac said. texting and driving is illegal. During Distracted driving Week, the “They don’t need to have a warning on their Normal Police conducted sting operations first stop. They can get ticket. Bottom line is, we which had officers standing on the roadside want to try and to continue to make the roads in and reporting people who were driving while Illinois as safe as possible,” he said in an interon their phone. view with NPR. “Once the officers reported a driver, there Illinois State University’s Police Chief Aaron would be an officer or group of officers a little Woodruff said Bloomington-Normal has a bit down the road who would pull the drivers texting and driving problem, one he has seen over for this violation. So even if you’re not Sam Brinkman | Vidette Senior Photographer seeing a police car in the area, it certainly firsthand. “When I’m driving around, I see people on Legislators in Illinois are pushing to make texting and driving penalties higher for first encourages drivers not be on their phone their phones as they are driving. We don’t have time offenders in an attempet to make the roads safer for everyone while driving. I know the Normal Police also as many accident reports as the Normal Police do the same thing with speeding,” Woodruff participated in Distracted Driving Week while issuing a and Bloomington Police, but it appears to be said. one of those common denominators happening across the few hundred tickets. “We did it with them during the distracted driving week “I know the Normal Police target drivers with that quite just because of the extra attention that we wanted to bring county and these types of accidents that are caused by distracted driving definitely contribute to it,” Woodruff said. a bit. We don’t do as much traffic enforcement as they do to that issue. Particularly in the campus area, we have a lot “Our officers also issue citation tickets for those caught but we still stop people if we encounter them using their of pedestrian traffic and it doesn’t take much for someone cell phones while driving,” he said. texting and driving.” to step out in front of car and get hit. We want both driv“I’m not sure of the details of the bill but I’ve been ers and pedestrians to be aware of their surroundings.” Woodruff continued to say that last May his officers partnered with the Normal Police Department and told that it can impact your insurance as well if it was
Caribou Coffee comes to Einstein CINDY HERNANDEZ News Reporter | @Cindylu_7
Illinois State University’s Campus Dining has seen a new change to some of the student’s favorite place to eat on campus. Einstein Bros. Bagels has brought Caribou Coffee in and are now pairing up to sell their products. “I think the coffee drinks have improved but it will take some time for students to get used to the change,” Einstein Bros. Bagels student manager Erin Collins said.
Caribou’s coffees, lattes, teas and smoothies have been added to the menu, adding a total of 50 new products. “I think the coffees are made with more attention to detail now and it’s only a matter of people trying them and seeing what it’s about,” Collins continued. The new coffee products are made from the world’s top 1 percent of beans and are 100 percent Rainforest Alliance, according to the Einstein Bros. website. According to Einstein Bros. Bagels, they have
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Caribou Coffee has been added to the menu at Einstein Bros. Bagels on campus giving students 50 new items to choose from when getting their caffeine fix. found their “better half.” The company believes that Caribou Coffee has the same passion that they have for their bagels. The Caribou Coffee/ Einstein Bros. Bagels
combination has been on the rise at areas all around the country. For any additional information, Einstein Bros. Bagels can be reached at (309) 438-8341.
Miller Park Zoo is hosting “Star Wars Day at the Zoo” once again to bring nature and science fiction together in Bloomington. The tradition of bringing a galaxy far, far away to a town near you returns to Bloomington’s Miller Park Zoo. The event is from noon – 3 p.m. Saturday. Those interested in attending must pay admission. Miller Park has hosted the event since 2012. Fans of the movie franchise typically dress up as their favorite characters and celebrate their love for Star Wars and animals. The event includes carousal rides, “Star Wars” themed origami, comic books and “Star Wars” music playing
on the loud speakers all day. Miller Park Business Manager Anthony Nelson said the event is a big hit every year thanks to a group of local “Star Wars” fan. “A garrison of fans called the 501st Legion come every year and take photos with visitors,” Nelson said. “They come fully dressed in costumes that are well-made. They dress up as just about every character you can imagine from ‘Star Wars’.” Nelson said the 501st Legion have been attending “Star Wars” Day ever since they launched the event, and they return every year. “These guys are really dedicated to making the experience as authentic as possible, and it really shows when parents bring their kids and the kids are amazed by the garrison in costume, so it’s a fun time to be had.”
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he White House Correspondents’ Dinner has been a longstanding tradition for the President of the United States to attend with various members of the press. Every year, there is a headliner, usually a comedian, who makes some jabs at the president and other members of the administration. As one of the toughest jobs in the world, this dinner seems to be a nice break from all of the craziness taking place in Washington, D.C. and around the world. Former presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush survived roasts from Stephen Colbert, Seth Meyers, Cecily Strong and others, and even managed to poke fun back at them. The annual event, more importantly, recognizes the work of Washington reporters and raises funds for scholarships. While this dinner serves as an April tradition of some sorts, during President Donald Trump’s time in office controversy has arised at each gathering so far. Last year, he and other members of his administration did not attend the dinner. The last president to miss the correspondents’ dinner was Ronald Reagan in 1981 because he was recovering from an assassination
attempt, according to CNN. However, he called in by telephone. Trump’s failed attendance at this event reinforces his lack of support toward news organizations, which he says are reporting “fake news.” Instead, he held a rally Saturday night in Michigan. This year, while he was not there, his press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders attended. Kellyanne Conway, Sean Spicer, Reince Priebus and Omarosa ManigaultNewman were also in attendance. Comedian Michelle Wolf held a standup routine where she criticized politicians, news organizations and policies. But the biggest outrage to come out of the dinner is what was said about
Sanders. “I actually really like Sarah. I think she’s very resourceful,” Wolf said. “She burns facts and then she uses that ash to create a perfect smoky eye. Maybe she’s born with it, maybe it’s lies. It’s probably lies.” Wolf also compared her to a character from the television series “The Handsmaid’s Tale” and to an “Uncle Tom” for white women. Wolf and other people on the left side of the aisle defend the statement. “Hey mags! All these jokes were about her despicable behavior. Sounds like you have some thoughts about her looks though?” Wolf tweeted Sunday. She later
added, “Why are you guys making this about Sarah’s looks? I said she burns facts and uses the ash to create a *perfect* smoky eye. I complimented her eye makeup and her ingenuity of materials.” Many people from the right side of the aisle, however, were not impressed. They believe the attacks were after Sanders’ looks and job performance. Spicer even deemed the evening a “disgrace.” So the real question is, what is it? Someone will say the joke targets how Sanders has dodged questions in the past from journalists, others will say it’s about making fun of her appearance. What it all comes down to is making sure you have all the facts before coming to your decision. Don’t let your bias automatically tell you one side is right and the other is wrong. There are media from both sides of the aisle, and it’s important to take in as much information as possible before deciding your stance on this issue and countless others. This event celebrates journalism, so citizens need to remember to not just stick to one media outlet. Some have a different spin on stories, others give you both sides, so get your facts first from as many outlets before voicing your opinions.
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LGBTQ studies finally puts group in focus MY VIEW KAMARA TURNER | Columnist
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he LGBTQ community is one that is often left out and unrecognized. Many citizens do not take time to learn about the oppression and struggles they have had to face to get to where they are today. Although their struggle is still an ongoing battle, changes are being implemented — especially in the state of Illinois — to teach students the history of the LGBTQ community. Illinois senators moved a plan that requires public schools, both elementary and high schools, to teach a unit
on the role and contributions to society of gays, lesbians and others in the LGBTQ community. The Senate Education committee approved the measure with an ending vote of 8-2 on April 10. If the movement is ratified, Illinois would be only the second state to approve a LGBTQ inclusive curriculum in its public schools. There are many people in the history curriculums that are taught in schools, but the information on their sexuality is often hidden and not talked about. “People learn about Jane Addams, for example, but don’t know she’s a lesbian,” Brian Johnson, CEO of the LGBT organization Equality Illinois, said in an interview with AP. “We don’t think there is true justice for the LGBT community unless we can learn about our history.” Although someone can be an ally for the LGBTQ community, they must
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first learn how much of an impact they have had on the community around them. “People need to see their history to understand that they are a part of our society,” 7th District Sen. Heather Steans (D-Chicago), the measure’s sponsor, said. This new proposal would also include that schools use more inclusive and “non-discriminatory” textbooks going forward. This will ensure a more open and comprehensive learning experience for students in schools. As a student that grew up in public schools, I have seen the lack of representation for the LGBTQ community, so this curriculum requirement will give generations ahead the opportunity to learn more than my generation did in schools. Each school board will individually discuss how much instructional time will be spent on the LGBTQ curriculum, but it must shed positive light on
the group at all times. Conservative groups have expressed their issue with the measure, stating it is unnecessary to be taught in Illinois’ schools. “The left’s motive is what it always is: it is to normalize homosexuality,” Laurie Higgins with the Illinois Family Institute, a Christian organization, said. Although some feel the LGBTQ community is not one that should be discussed, it is a group of minorities that should be recognized. There are many false accusations about the LGBTQ community and giving students the opportunity to learn about them in schools should be required. KAMARA TURNER is a mass media major and a columnist for The Vidette. Any questions or comments regarding her column can be sent to katurne3@ilstu.edu. Follow her on Twitter @kvmara.
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First Fridays promote downtown Bloomington experience CINDY LE News Reporter | @Cindy_Pear
The Downtown Bloomington Association (DBA) is celebrating its 10th year of First Fridays by letting residents tour art galleries, restaurants and retailers to show them the Downtown culture. Downtown businesses will extend their hours to 8 p.m. or later to give residents a chance to delve into the central shopping district. Artists will open up their businesses to display their work and allow locals to purchase their art. Retailers will offer locals to take advantage of their sales and in-store incentives specifically for First Fridays. The DBA also invites musicians and entertainers to enrich the Bloomington experience during the warmer months.
“[First Fridays] generate awareness and gives locals the opportunity to explore Downtown,” Downtown Executive Director Tricia Stiller said. “There’s an educational component to it as well.” First Friday features over 20 local artists and over 30 retailers, including 17 restaurants and 11 nightspots. As Bloomington-Normal finally welcomes the spring season, the theme for May’s First Friday is “Spring into Art.” On Friday several businesses will participate in “Spring into Art.” Art gallery, Inside out: Accessible Art will celebrate First Friday through their event, “Spring into Steampunk.” This will kick off their month-long preparations for their upcoming Cogs and Corsets Steampunk exhibit in June.
Also participating in May’s First Friday is Bloomington musician Alex Jordine. Jordine will be playing an acoustic set at the Bistro from 8 – 10 p.m. “First Friday helps bring dialogue between locals and business owners,” Stiller said. “It’s supposed to be habitual and help bring locals back to participate month to month.” Other upcoming First Fridays include the Tour de Metro in October, where they will showcase housing options above central district businesses and the Autumn Art Walk in November.
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In December, all businesses will decorate their shop windows for the festive “Once Upon a Holiday” First Friday theme. “First Friday is about getting people to downtown and explore what’s hiding in plain sight,” Stiller said. For additional information, contact Sophie Copenhaver at (309) 434-2295. Cindy Le is a News Reporter for The Vidette. She can be contacted at vidette_cle1@ilstu.edu. Follow her on Twitter at @Cindy_Pear.
“It’s a great place for students to let go of their responsibilities for a few hours to enjoy a fun day on the Quad, listen to some great music and we encourage everyone to come out.” Finance major Jordan Salinas said Springfest was a great way to relieve stress and have a good time before final exam week. “I attended Springfest with some friends when I was a freshman last year, which at first I thought wouldn’t be that fun,” he said. “As soon as we got to the Quad, you could immediately feel the positive atmosphere permeating throughout the Quad. I can definitely say I’ll be attending it again this year.”
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'Avengers: Infinity War' delivers a cinematic gem STUART STALTER Senior Features Reporter | @VidetteStuS
Marvel's crown jewel in a decade of box office dominance, "Avengers: Infinity War," is widely projected to be among the highestgrossing films ever. It is off to a roaring start, grossing $39 million Thursday night — the fourth-highest preview showing of all time. Clearly, "Avengers: Infinity War" is, in the words of Ron Burgundy, "kind of a big deal." To live up to the considerable hype, Directors Anthony and Joseph Russo needed a fresh and formidable antagonist. As such, they enlist the barbaric talents of Thanos (Josh Brolin). Thanos, also known as The Mad Titan, is an unwavering nihilist. His mission is to acquire the six Infinity Stones. Rather than emulating Michael B. Jordan, Thanos plans on using all six stones to eviscerate half of the universe's population. "Restoring balance" is his twisted rationale. In response, heroes set aside their differences to prevent Thanos from conducting his symphony of destruction. When war erupts, viewers are treated to a chaotic crescendo. Knowledgeable fans quickly realize cinematic Thanos differs from his printed counterpart. For example, in comics, Thanos' motivations are to wield ultimate power and please Mistress Death — the personification of death itself. In this movie, Thanos' conquest arises out of arrogance and self-fulfillment.
In fact, Mistress Death is noticeably absent from this film's sizable guest list. Movie Thanos also shows more sympathy and openness to mercy than in the comics. While this is partly a byproduct of "Avengers: Infinity War" being PG-13, the new wrinkle adds depth to the character. Thanos' complexity is a welcome detour from generic antagonists with low voices and lower thought processes. Another aspect of this film that rejects the status quo is the ending. Without spoiling anything, the final minutes send equally furious shockwaves through the cinematic audience and Marvel Cinematic Universe. While opinions will differ, the conclusion undoubtedly punctuates the epic feel the film strives for. Considering Thanos' name derives from Thanatos — the God of death in Greek mythology — it is fitting that this film is best
described as epic. The Russo brothers maximize the reportedly $300 million budget. The results produce a whirlwind of pyrotechnics that rivals any July fireworks display. Though the film is two hours and 40 minutes, viewers will think twice before taking a bathroom or technology break. The time is packed with as many stars and special effects as possible. In just one battle, 40 superheroes are featured. Balancing appearances is an overlooked task. Marvel's popularity has essentially turned every major hero into a separate brand with a loyal fanbase. As a result, ensuring equal-yetadequate screen time was a crucial task on the checklist. Fortunately, Marvel checks that box. One might argue that too many heroes oversaturates the
action. Ultimately, the high amount shows the plot's urgency and establishes Thanos' power to unfamiliar viewers. The script admirably manages to keep characters intertwined. Additionally, genuinely humorous dialogue breaks tension when needed. The cast does not miss a beat while reprising their familiar roles. That said, Josh Brolin's performance as Thanos stands out. Familiarity does present a valid criticism. Given Thanos' power and backstory, now the perfect time to introduce an unused cosmic being or hero to the silver screen. Instead, character selection stays very safe, while key characters in the source material missed the cut. Comic purists may also detest the aforementioned new version of Thanos, since he is not a carbon copy of Jim Starlin's creation. Regardless, "Avengers: Infinity War" is a highly enjoyable film. It features more than enough fun to appeal to hardcore and casual fans alike.
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Thanos (Josh Brolin) holds up the Infinity Gauntlet, which is powered by the Infinity Stones and has places prepared for each. Film Frame Marvel Studios | TNS
Redbirds take action
SERC works to leave behind more aware campus DANIA DE LA HOYA ROJAS Features Reporter | @daniadelahoya
While Sexual Assault Awareness Month is winding down, one group at Illinois State University makes it its goal to bring awareness to the issue every day of the year. Students Ending Rape Culture (SERC) is a new registered student organization on campus, founded in the summer of 2017 by senior elementary education major Morgan Snead. Snead said she felt an organization targeting eduto Know cation about rape culture and offering support to survivors of sexual assault was missing from ISU’s campus before this. “I saw that there was a need on campus for an organization that was peer to peer and [supported] survivors of violence,” Snead said. “I wanted there to be somewhere where students were [able to] support students, students were knowledgeable about resources on and off campus and students were educated about rape culture.” Snead and Brendan Wall, SERC president and junior biochemistry major, described rape culture as a societal attitude where rape is normalized, but Wall said it is not to be confused with the act of rape itself. “It’s a power issue, like you believe you have power over someone and that you’re entitled to something from them,” Wall said. “That’s the core behind why rape occurs, is one person believes they have power over another in a situation.” He added, “But to me, rape culture is any attitude like locker room talk or rape jokes, stuff that you think is harmless but ultimately emphasizes and reinforces rape in a larger sense. By normalizing oppressive and diminishing speech about women and other people, you’re furthering rape culture. Almost all of us do it every day, whether we realize it or not.”
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Although Students Ending Rape Culture is a relatively new RSO, the organization is making big strides to leave a lasting impact on campus awareness of rape culture and support for sexual assault victims. Snead said education, visibility and support and empowerment of survivors are the main goals of SERC. “I hope that through educating campus students and faculty, we create an environment of support to survivors — having resources easily accessible, giving a safe space, giving them a voice if they wish to talk about their experiences, giving peer-to-peer support — and also begin to hold each member of campus accountable for their actions and words that perpetuate rape culture,” Snead said. There are currently around 20 to 25 members who consistently come to meetings, held at 7 p.m. Thursdays in Stevenson Hall Room 211. Snead said anyone is welcome to become a member and even become a member of SERC’s
executive board. “General assembly meetings are open events for anyone, whether an ally or a survivor, to come together for support,” Snead said. “Many members are survivors or have someone close to them that is a survivor, so we are constantly supporting one another and extending that support and knowledge to other areas of campus.” Wall added, “For a lot of people, it’s a difficult concept to talk about. Some people don’t feel comfortable, which is understandable, but that’s also what we’re trying to do ultimately, is to get you comfortable speaking about the topic.” Although Wall said he would like to see the number of members grow, he is grateful for any opportunity to educate students on a topic he is this passionate about.
“Even if I only have one person come to one of our meetings, and I’m able to help them and they feel like they got support out of that or learned something new from that, then I think we’ve done our job in making a difference on campus,” Wall said. Although the organization is new to campus, Snead is already looking foward to a day when ISU no longer needs an organization dedicated to fighting rape culture. “I hope people realize there are resources available to any and all types of survivors of sexual violence. No one should have to suffer without support. We are willing to accept anyone where they are and try to support them from there; no judgments and no expectations from them,” Snead said.
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MONDAY, APRIL 30, 2018
Thomas transitions from small town to track standout
Harris selected by Cincinnati Bengals in 5th round of NFL Draft
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There’s a lot to think about before she competes. Preparing for an indoor meet The transition from high school to is different than an outdoor meet, college can be difficult for any student. and no place is the same as the last. It can be even more challenging She doesn’t get to travel much, when the college you move to is larger so leaving the state for a meet can than your entire town, in another state be stressful, though she is grateful and away from family. to see more of the country. Brandy Thomas accepts these Every meet is an important meet challenges. in Brandy’s eyes, each approached Thomas, of Ludington, Michigan, the same way to create a rhythm. first got into track and field when she The night before she calls her was in middle school. parents for good luck and words of It was clear from the start that she encouragement. was an excellent thrower. The day of, she does breathOnce it became time to choose a coling exercises to mentally prepare lege, Thomas ultimately decided on herself. Illinois State. To pump herself up she needs While it was going to be hard to move “The Champion” by Carrie UnderISU Athletics wood and Ludacris. After all of away from her parents and sister — Brandy Thomas finished first with a personal-best throw of 16.00m at the Lorna, Lester, and Vanessa — Thomas this, matched with the adrenaline Virgina Challenge in April. Thomas chose ISU for the track coaching staff that only a meet can give, Thomas and the environmental health program. is ready to compete. She is currently fourth all time for ISU in the The transition was tough at first, going from a shot put. In the near future, Thomas aims to win the contown of 8,000 people to a school of over 21,000 stuHer contributions to the team have landed them ference this year and next. dents, being away from loved ones and face much in the ninth spot in the United States Track & Field Once she conquers the conference, she wishes more challenging practices is not easy. and Cross Country Coaches Association Regional to go to nationals for the next two years as well. While it started off a bit daunting, Thomas soon Rankings. “I’m hoping to go to nationals this year, and excelled as a Redbird. maybe rank in nationals next year. And after my Helping the team achieve this ranking has been Thomas has said that the team was one excellent a proud moment for Thomas. senior year, I’m ready to go into the real world support for her transition. “It’s an honor because ISU has been around for and get a job.” “The team is like one big family. Everyone sup- so long. Being a part of the top-ten list is a big deal Thomas’ accomplished track career will likely ports everyone because everyone knows each other, for the team, so I’m glad I can be here,” she said. end after her senior year at ISU, and she’s ready which makes a nice environment,” the junior said. Despite all of the talent she possesses, Thomas to move onto bigger things. It also helps to be one of the best women throw- still gets nervous like anyone else. After years of dominating the shot put, she’ll ers in ISU history. take her talents out for the rest of the world.
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A pinned tweet on Davontae Harris’ Twitter profile lists accomplishments garnered throughout his career — including a pair of First Team selections and an All-American — aside a green check mark. The list ends with “NFL Draft,” which was accompanied by an hour glass, symbolizing the uncertainty and anxiousness surrounding the event. Harris can add that last check mark now. The former Illinois State defensive back was drafted in the fifth round of the NFL Draft Friday by the Cincinnati Bengals, becoming the first Redbird since 2015 to hear his name called on the sport’s biggest stage. Many draft boards projected Harris to land somewhere in the fourth round. But that round began with the selection of Ian Thomas and ended with Dalton Schultz with no mention of the Wichita native. Nearly a third of the way into the fifth round, the Bengals selected Harris with the No. 14 selection. Harris took to Twitter with a brief statement to convey his excitement. “Bengals here I come!!!! To God the Glory!!!! #WichitaKid,” Harris tweeted. NATE HEAD | SPORTS EDITOR
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REDBIRD RE PORT ISU track and field concludes Lenny Lyles-Clark Wood Invitational ISU men’s and women’s track and field finished with five ISU all-time top-10 performances and two individual event wins at the invite at Louisville.
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We had several bright spots today, highlighted by Anderson Devonish winning his 100-meter dash debut. Overall, we had some great things happen, but we definitely have improvements to make as a team. We will look to bounce back next week.” ISU head coach Jeff Bovee
Women’s tennis finishes season Michelle Carrico | Vidette Photographer
The Illinois State baseball team celebrates on the diamond after scoring in the ninth inning to beat Butler Sunday afternoon in Normal.
Walking the ’Dogs
ISU fell to Northern Iowa in the first round of the MVC Championships Friday.
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The number of runs allowed by Illinois State starter Matt Walker Sunday afternoon against Butler, marking the longest start of the sophomore’s career.
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Baseball is like life, it’s a day-to-day existence with ups and downs and new opportunities each game. The Illinois State baseball team had revenge on its to do list versus Butler Sunday afternoon after falling to the Bulldogs in walk-off fashion the day before. The Redbirds got their revenge and slid past the Bulldogs, 2-1 on a walk-off sacrifice flyout by Derek Parola, scoring Joe Aeilts. “You’re going to have to take your medicine sometimes as hitters in baseball, but I’m proud of how our guys just kept battling, even though we fell behind in the eighth,” ISU head coach Bo Durkac said. Durkac thought Butler’s starting pitcher Ryan Pepiot was stellar, but explained how the Redbirds needed to continue making him work and throw pitches. Pepiot tossed 6 1/3 innings, struck out 10 of the 22 batters he faced and allowed just three hits.
“You don’t go into a game trying to strikeout 10 times, but one of the byproducts of that is that he has to throw more pitches,” Durkac said. “Maybe instead of going 6 1/3, if we’re more aggressive, maybe he only strikes out five, but now he goes 8 1/3 and we’re having to face him and only one other pitcher, but by bringing in three other guys, that was the difference in the game.” Aeilts kicked off ISU’s bottom of the ninth rally with a single to leftfield. Pinch-hitter Bryce Grimm then tried to move Aeilts over to second base with a bunt. Butler’s first baseman Connor Dall fielded the bunt cleanly, but threw the ball into right field, allowing Aeilts to run to third base with nobody out yet. Parola then lifted a flyball to centerfield as Aeilts retreated to third base to tag up. Aeilts slid across home plate and the entire ISU baseball team swarmed Parola at first base. Sophomore Matt Walker started on the mound for the Redbirds. Walker pitched seven innings and allowed no runs on five hits, while striking out four.
“When you’re facing a guy like Pepiot, our guy has to be good. Our guy was good, he may not have been as good statistically, but he gave up a leadoff double, leadoff walk, and none of those guys scored,” Durkac said. “That’s a testament to Matt just grinding through it, keep pounding the zone, being able to throw a breaking ball for a strike when you need to.” The Redbirds collected just six hits Sunday after they pounded 14 hits the day before. ISU provided little support for its pitchers Sunday, as Walker recorded a no-decision in the win. “Just a phenomenal job by [Walker]. On a day that we weren’t doing anything offensively, we can’t let them get out to a four run lead, that takes the air out of the stadium, so kudos to Matt for pitching well enough to earn a win.” Michael Sebby earned the win, as he entered the game in the ninth inning and sent the Bulldogs down in order. Illinois State will travel to play UW-Milwaukee at 3 p.m. Tuesday.
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Redbird pitcher Sarah Finck allowed five runs Friday.
The Illinois State softball team (19-30, 10-12) came into the weekend hoping to right the ship after a tough five-game losing streak. The Redbirds faced a Northern Iowa team that had also been in the midst of a dry spell, losing four of their last five. In a hard-fought series, the Redbirds were only able to salvage one victory in the three-game weekend series against the Panthers. Stranding runners on base was the story of the series for ISU as the Redbirds did a solid job of getting on base, but were unable to capitalize in certain situations. “I thought we did have some opportunities that we weren’t able to get people across the plate. As we move forward to our last weekend of conference play we definitely want to be in a position to emphasize that in practice in terms of being able to take advantage of every opportunity we have,” head coach Melinda Fischer said.
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The number of consecutive games in which ISU shortstop Owen Miller has recorded a hit, which is the longest current hitstreak on the team. Miller had two hits on Sunday.
Game Three (Sunday): UNI 6, ISU 1 Stranding runners on base was once again the Achilles heel for ISU as runs were tough to come by in the series finale. The Panthers were the first to get on the board after a two-run shot to left from Courtney Krodinger in the second gave UNI an early 2-0 lead. ISU responded in the following frame when Shannon Felde cranked a double to leftcenter, scoring Riley Hale to cut the lead in half 2-1. But that would be all for the Redbird offense as Panthers pitcher Brooke Craig was once again dominant, holding the Redbirds scoreless the remainder of the afternoon. The bulk of the Panthers’ offense came in the fourth inning. A leadoff double and three straight walks would spell the end of Morgan Day’s outing as she was replaced by Ali Domuski.
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UPCOMING Baseball ISU will travel for a pair of mid-week matchups: Tuesday: 3 p.m. at Milwaukee Wednesday: 3 p.m. at Northern Illinois
Track The Redbirds will compete at the Wisconsin Invitational at 2 p.m. Friday.
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