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Things to keep in mind as you prepare to cross the stage DETAILS:
This upcoming commencement will allow spring 2014 graduates to be recognized at the following ceremonies.
Friday, May 9
Mennonite College of Nursing — 4 p.m. at Braden Auditorium College of Arts and Sciences — 7 p.m. at Redbird Arena
Saturday, May 10 College College College College
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Education — 9 a.m. at Redbird Arena Applied Science and Technology — noon at Redbird Arena Business — 4 p.m. at Redbird Arena Fine Arts — 7 p.m. at Braden Auditorium
THINGS TO REMEMBER:
• Arrive one hour prior to the ceremony start time. • If your ceremony is at Redbird Arena, check in at Horton Field House. • If your ceremony is taking place in Braden Auditorium, check in at the Bone Student Center.
• There is no limit to the number of guests you are allowed to have attend the commencement ceremony. Remember to have friends and family members arrive early. • Set a predetermined meeting place with your guests for after the ceremony to avoid confusion and becoming separated. • Ceremonies should last an estimated two hours. • Be prepared for pictures during the ceremony as professional photographers will be snapping photos throughout the ceremony. • A live stream of the ceremony will be available at graduationservices. ilstu.edu, under the “Family and Guests” tab.
OTHER FREQUENT CONCERNS:
• Diplomas will be mailed to graduates after all requirements are met, usually eight to 12 weeks following commencement. • Diploma covers will be presented at the commencement ceremony. • Diplomas will be 10” x 8” for those wanting to buy a frame. • Complimentary parking will be available for all who are attending commencement ceremonies. Compiled by Olivia Gilbertsen
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‘The best four years of your life’
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ISU’s 17th President Al Bowman retires in December 2012.
Matt Johnson Senior Staff It i s t h e e n d o f t h e s p r i n g s e m e s t e r and af ter four hard years of toiling through schoolwork, senior itis is hitting hard. But before the big day, all seniors should look back at their time at Illinois State University, and appreciate all the memorable events that occurred. The first items to discuss on this nostalgic journey will be construction and maintenance. In the past four years, ISU has seen several new installments to campus. During the spring of 2011, the Student
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The $49.6 million renovation of the Student Fitness Center completed in spring 2011.
Fitness Center opened its doors for the first time to faculty, students and staff. At a cost of $49.6 million, the Student Fitness Center has allowed students state-of-the-art equipment free of charge. In addition, Hancock Stadium, Cardinal Court, The Lodge and The Flats were all constructed in this time period. With new construction comes the need to make other changes, such as closures and edcomissions. On the south side of campus, the residence halls of Atkin-Colby and Hamilton-Witten were decommissioned after the spring semester 2012. Furthermore, The Movie Fan and Redbird Pizza closed their doors for a Cherry Berry directly across the streets from the decommissioned dorms. No longer could students buy pizza for $5 a slice early in the
morning, or rent cheap independent films. Graduating seniors also witnessed the transition from Blackboard to ReggieNet. Who could forget the almost successful Fool’s Fest of 2011? Probably most current ISU students. In presidential events, the 2014 graduating class was under the reign of three different ISU presidents and saw President Obama elected into his second term in November 2012. The presidents who were in office at ISU include the adored Bowman, Flanagan and currently President Dietz. The Quad was brimming with students and farewells when Bowman announced his retirement. A larger gathering on the Quad could not be matched except when news of Osama
CL O ‘Bird on the Street: F 2 ASS What are your plans for after graduation? 014 “I’ll be doing an internship in marketing and promotions for a minor league baseball team after graduation.” –Matt Bell Business administration major “I’ll be moving in with my fiancée, and then I’ll be starting at NIU, where I’ll be studying for my master’s in Public Administration.”
Bin Laden being assassinated circulated the campus. Students flooded the Quad and streets the Sunday before finals week, making major news outlets. And you would not be attending an Illinois university without a reference to weather being in a senior year recap. Over the past four years, ISU has experienced severe weather from snowpocalypse in 2011, to two snow days in March in 2013 and finally the never ending polar vortex of this year. Seniors even made it through the ‘real’ apocalypse of Dec. 21, 2012. These are a few of the many incredible events which transpired at ISU during a senior’s academic endeavors. Some events may not have been covered, a few were highlighted and many more will come in the future of all ISU students.
Senior Facts
Compiled by OLIVIA GILBERSTEN/Senior Staff
With spring commencement right around the corner, Chris Roberts, the procedures and systems analyst at University Registrar, gave some quick facts about the graduating class.
2,726 seniors graduating this May. graduating in the Mennonite of Nursing, the 174 College smallest graduation group 1,852
graduating in the College of Arts and Sciences, the largest graduation group
2,234 vs. 2,789
–James Califf Political science major “I thought I knew what I’d be doing but I don’t. Probably looking for a job like everyone else. I’m in a band so maybe we’ll get famous.” –Dominique Hilt Broadcast journalism major Compiled by JESSICA SMITH/ Reporter Photos by JAKE JOHNSON / Photographer
Full-time senior males enrolled in April
Full-time senior females enrolled in April
“I would like to extend well-wishes and good luck to all of our graduating Redbirds as they take their first steps out into a new world of exciting opportunities and possibilities.” Chris Roberts Procedures and Systems Analyst
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Many consider the history of May Day to revolve around Pagan rituals of springtime fertility. While May 1 does bring warmer weather and blooming flowers, it actually has a darker past, specifically in Illinois.
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The budding trees and blooming plants on campus are a sure sign that May is bringing spring our way, but what exactly is the meaning behind the holiday that is May Day?
Quinn Wermeling Reporter “I really have no idea what May Day is,” senior Information Technologies major Eric Lech said. “It is something I have always heard of, but I can’t really say exactly what it’s about.” Lech is not alone — after asking a fair number of ISU students about the historic holiday of May Day, it was clear that a vast majority had only a hazy awareness of the holiday. So what is May Day, anyway? “If you see a history of May Day in the newspapers this year, it is most likely to recount the mystical, medieval origins of
a pagan fertility festival,” wrote Richard Seymour for the Guardian on May Day, 2012. “Yet this has little to do with the reason that May 1 is celebrated … ” May Day festivities stemming all the way back to pre-Christian pagan traditions have a vibrant, ancient history. Since the 1880’s, the holiday celebrated on May 1 has transformed to become much more about worker’s rights than mysticism and dancing around maypoles — and it is all thanks to our home state of Illinois. May Day in its current incarnation can be traced to the summer of 1884, when the Federation of Organized Trades and Labor Unions called for May 1, 1886 to be the beginning of a nationwide movement for the eight-hour workday.
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As anxious seniors count down their final days at ISU, we all begin to wonder, what are our next steps? ISU Alum, Abbey Hanson, earned an M.F.A. with the class of 2013 last spring and returned to share her insight on post-grad life. Did you secure future plans before graduating?
My initial plans were to teach dance at Forte Arts Center, take dance class and audition and work as a bartender. I knew I wanted to dance and giving up my weekend nights was what would allow me to do so. I also knew I wanted to teach and choreograph, so the arts center was a great opportunity for that.
What is the best part about diving into the “real world?” The limitless amount of opportunities. You
Two years later, Chicago, with its robust labor movement, had the nation’s largest demonstration: a reported 80,000 workers marched down Michigan Avenue that May 1 in 1886. The following Monday, May 3, another demonstration turned tragic when Chicago police attacked picketing workers at the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company plant, killing six. The deaths led outraged labor activists to stage a “revenge” demonstration at Chicago’s Haymarket Square on Tuesday, May 4. Though the demonstration at Haymarket Square started peaceful, blood began to spill after police attacked the demonstrators and an unknown individual
threw dynamite at the attacking officers. The police panicked, and in the darkness and confusion many shot their rifles indiscriminately. In the end, seven policemen and four workers were killed. In the following months, governments around the world used Chicago’s Haymarket incident as an excuse to round up labor leaders and shut down progressive newspapers. Eight men representing a cross section of the labor movement were eventually selected to be tried for the dynamite bombing. The trial proved to be wildly unfair, and four of the eight men were sentenced to death and executed. Another man
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can take this transition in two ways: fear or determination. I knew that fear would limit my chances of becoming who I wanted to be, so I dove right in.
Can you think of a moment that made you first realize you were fully independent and no longer a student?
Have you had struggles or tough adjustments? My biggest challenge has been saying no to things that would make the here and now easier but limit me from my dreams in the long-term. I ended up giving up bartending to become a Pure Barre instructor because it was in my field of study, and I knew it could help me progress as a teacher and dancer.
What advice would you give to the class of 2014 as they prepare for graduation? My advice would be not to be scared. Today’s society has put so much pressure and expectation on our youth to be the best of the best. Be comfortable with being you and aspiring to be what you want to be. Always recreate yourself, but stay true to what it is that inspires you, and don’t let anyone tell you
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A year ago, did you picture your life the way it is today? Yes and no. I would’ve hoped to be a little further than what I am now, but the opportunities that have arisen because of it have
I could say my first rent check or utility bill, but that wouldn’t be true. One day I woke up after bartending all weekend. My head hurt and my body was sore, and I knew I had to teach for five hours that night. I realized on my drive to the dance studio that I was miserable and unable to put all my energy into the work that I really cared for. I decided to turn down the money from bartending, pick up a Pilates job and focus on developing my mind and body. A few weeks later, my dad told me that I looked healthy, and he was proud of me. I knew I made my first adult decision and was proud of my hard work.
Where do you see yourself in five years? I see myself in grad school on the west coast or closer to it. Chicago is a wonderful city but my love and passion thrives further west.
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committed suicide before he was to be hanged. The gross injustices surrounding Chicago’s Haymarket affair energized the international labor movement, and in July 1889, the American Federation of Labor recommended that May 1 be deemed International Labor Day in memory of the injustice of the Haymarket Affair. “No single event has influenced the history of labor in Illinois, the United States, and even the world, more than the Chicago Haymarket
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ways to stay mentally sharp this summer by KELSEY STIEGMAN Senior Staff
Read a good book
It’s always smart to stay upto-date on the latest reading, but sadly, flipping through the latest tabloid doesn’t fall into that category. Head to Barnes & Noble to check out the new paperback releases, read one of the classics that teachers are so fond of or crack open an old favorite like “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” This will refresh your vocabulary, keep your reading speed up and give you something to do while you’re relaxing on a sunny beach.
Write something
Have you ever had to jot something down halfway through the summer, only to find that you’ve kind of forgotten how to write? It’s a feeling many of us are well acquainted with. In order to avoid this off-putting moment, make sure you document some things the old-fashioned way – by hand. Write a poem, a song or a short story. For those of you studying abroad over the summer or traveling for an internship, keep a journal. It will be good exercise for your brain and when your summer is over, you’ll have your memories to keep forever.
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Visit a museum
When you’re dying of heat in your tiny apartment because you can’t afford air conditioning, exploring a chilly museum for a few hours doesn’t sound half bad. There are plenty of museums in Chicago with exhibits that are sure to peak anyone’s interest. Places like The Museum of Science and Industry, The Art Institute of Chicago and The Chicago History Museum often display new exhibitions over the summer, so check online to see what interesting history is coming to your area.
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As your brain is the control center for your body, it only makes sense that working out will increase your brain health. When the weather is nice, go for a jog with a friend, and when it gets too hot for that, do some laps at your local swimming pool. Get out in the fresh air and do some lunges or ride your bike. Really, any physical movement will do. Regular exercise will increase your overall health and happiness, putting your brain and body in tip-top condition.
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Games are a great way to keep your brain running, because you don’t even realize you’re getting the mental workout. For all you purists out there, Sudokus and crossword puzzles are a fun way to get a daily dose of brain function, and they’re delivered right to your door. Lumosity is another thing to try. It’s an online brain-training website with multiple categories for each brain function. There are also numerous apps for your noggin that you can take on the go, like 2048, a surprisingly addictive math game.
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Florida State baseball team gets into brawl, upsets Seminoles Iliana Limon Romero Orlando Sentinel After the dust settled from a bench-clearing brawl, the Florida Gators earned a 4-1 win upset of No. 1 Florida State Tuesday night. The heated contest between the two rivals was played before an announced crowd of 10,125 fans at The Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville. With the win, Florida (16-9) earned a 2-0 sweep of Florida State (19-5). Gators first-baseman Zack Powers shoved FSU left-fielder
D.J. Stewart after he collided with UF pitcher Danny Young during the contest. Young was moving to tag Stewart out after he hit a slow-moving ground ball. The benches cleared and the two teams got into a shoving match at first base, with Heisman Trophy winner Jameis Winston joining the fray along with his FSU teammates. Powers, Stewart and Young were all ejected. “There’s no doubt that the testosterone and the adrenaline kicked in. Those men are very strong and very active,” Florida State coach Mike Martin Sr. told the Florida Times-Union. “The hands got a little quicker. The motivation rose. Just very proud of our baseball team, and the way that we fought. We certainly didn’t back down from anything, and that makes ev-
ery Seminole proud, because that’s what we’re about.” FSU pitcher Peter Miller (1-2) struggled, giving up three hits and three runs in 5.0 innings pitched. The Gators’ pitching staff, on the other hand, continued to be UF’s biggest strength. Florida’s pitchers have given up two total runs during 18 innings played against the potent Florida State hitting line-up, recording 15 strikeouts and five walks during the two contests. Before he was ejected, Young (3-0) did enough to earn the win for UF Tuesday, giving up two hits and zero runs during 3.2 innings pitched. Ryan Harris recorded his fourth save of the season, closing out the game with two hits and zero runs in 1.1 innings
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Su/Fall/Sp 14-15 Heartland Village. Furnished 2 bed/2 bath. Utilities included/free internet. Washer/dryer in unit. $515‑$540 per bedroom SAMI 888‑4600 411 E. Cherry. 3BR House. W/D, A/C, totally remodeled! Fenced yard w/deck. Close to campus. $825/mo. Call 309‑310‑6816. 707 Osage. 4 BR for 3 or 4. Furnished. 4 parking spots. Utilities, cable & broadband internet paid. $400 for 3 or $350 for 4. 309‑310‑1106. 105 E. Locust Street. 4 bedroom/1 bath. Eat‑in kitchen. Large living room/dining room area with window unit A/C. Next to Constitution Trail, off‑street Parking, water is paid. $345/per person. Call Excel Real Estate at 309‑829‑5885.
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608 Hillview. Furnished 3 bed/1.5 bath. 2 bdrms available for males. Utilities included/free internet. $460 per bedroom. SAMI 888‑4600 301 South Walnut. Furnished 2 bedrooms. Balcony, Covered parking, Laundry, quiet building. Start at only $290. Class Act Realty. 454‑2960 Student townhouse available for 3. 700 N. Adelaid. Furnished, full kitchen, W/D, air condition. 1 yr lease. Starts 6/1. $300 per person. Call John 847‑274‑4558 207 Locust. Furnished 4 bed/1 bath. Utilities included/free internet. $445 per bedroom. SAMI 888‑4600 Apartment available immediately. $580 a month w/ water, gas, & heat. Pinecrest Apt. Contact 708‑280‑1447 206 Linden. Furnished 4 bed/1 bath. Utilities included/free internet. Free laundry. $365 per bedroom. SAMI 888‑4600 Fell; spacious, furnished 1 and 2 bedrooms. One block from campus. Start at $380. Class Realty. (309) 454‑2960 Willow West 100. 4 bedroom home with basement, 2 bath. 1,600 total per month plus deposit. Please call AB rental 309‑ 827‑7747
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307 Cherry #5. 3 bed/1.5 bath. 1 bedroom available (female). $465 per bedroom. SAMI 888‑4600 College Park Dr. 2 Bdrm. Furnished. Newly remodeled. Laundry in building. $340/per. Water & gas pd. 309‑275‑6845. Crossing Dr., Beautiful newer townhouse, 3 Bdrm, 3 full baths, large kitchen washer/dryer, parking included. Spectacular. $1200/mo. Call (309) 678‑6471 anytime 1714 Linda Lane, apt A. 2 min from campus. Large 3BR, 2BA. W/D, garage, fenced in yard. $1200/mo. + utilities. Avail starting March 1st. Call 309‑660‑1089. Vernon Stables. Furnished 2 bed/1 bath. Utilities included/free internet. Washer/dryer in unit. $535‑$545 per bedroom SAMI 888‑4600 207 Lindell. Furnished 2 bed/1 bath. Utilities included/free internet. $410 per bedroom. SAMI 888‑4600 Townhomes 2, 3, & 4 Bedrooms. Includes W/D, Central Air, Dishwasher, Parking, Patio and/or Balcony. Only $255‑355 per bedroom. Class Act Realty. 454‑2960.
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Childcare Occasional sitter (weekly or so) needed for 4 mostly well‑behaved kids over age ten. Within walking distance of ISU. Flexibility, sense of humor, and personal references required. $10/hr. Times & dates flexible, summer & fall. Call/text Jenny at 309‑212‑4251 for more info.
General Living care giver needed for elderly gentelmen. Private bedroom, room and board, weekly stipend, plus 35 hrs per week free time for you to use. Gets around well and is fun to talk to. Please call 3095338791 Early Summer Help & 14‑15 School Year. Before/after school program is looking for staff until June 2nd and for 14‑15 school year. Call 454‑9721 for more info. or fill out an application at Normal Parks and Rec Office.
Bartenders, Servers, Lifeguard, Snack‑shop help needed now and for Summer. Please apply in person at Bloomington Country Club. 605 Towanda Ave. Tues‑Sat, 11‑7pm. Seeking a babysitter for 6 yr old after school for fall 2014. Hrs M‑F 3‑530. $8.25 an hr. Position starts 8/15. For more info email norrisfamily723@gmail.com
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OPINIONS
THE ’BIRD
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Sterling gets clipped MY VIEW Nick Ulferts Columnist
It’s seldom that the top news headline is shared by both Sportscenter and CNN. It’s safe to say that their “news worthy” priorities are very different. Yet recently if you flip to either channel you would likely be treated to the same story. The scandal and subsequent removal of Donald Sterling from the NBA, owner (and likely soon to be former owner) of the Los Angeles Clippers, has taken the nation by storm. In part because his comments were just so appalling, but perhaps more because of the punishment he has received. Such a severe and timely decision regarding the racism of Sterling is shocking, perhaps because for too long men of his stature have been able to slither by such allegations. No longer it seems. Following the NBA’s decision, a new precedent has been set on how such racism and bigotry will be dealt with, no matter whom you are or how much you are worth. Such a tremendous decision will not only be a defining moment in the history of the NBA, but will likely eclipse sports entirely as a hallmark victory against racism. To be clear, Donald Sterling got exactly what he deserved. The man had a long history of racism, dating back to several racial discrimination lawsuits. The tape that resulted in his ban recorded him even saying that he did not wish
his then girlfriend to bring African Americans to his basketball games. Being such a strong proponent of discrimination, there is simply no place for him in the NBA. What’s especially significant about how the NBA has dealt with Sterling is the precedent it hopefully sets regarding such racist beliefs. The reaction from the public seems to be clear, that racism from those in leadership roles will no longer be tolerated. With the removal of Sterling from the NBA, it’s possible that such a precedent carries over to other facets of the country. That’s not to say that there aren’t still some concerns regarding how Sterling has been dealt with. For too long was it known that the man had a history of discrimination and for too long was it tolerated. It shouldn’t take sponsors pulling their support or players threatening to boycott the league for action to be taken. Still, we at least have more reason to believe that such attitudes will be less likely to be overlooked or ignored. America is still far from being removed from racism and it will be moments like these that truly test us and allow us to progress. Dominique Wilkins, an NBA Hall of Famer, expressed such a view better than I ever could. “It is incumbent upon us as
executive leaders and community leaders to continue to be outspoken to ensure the lessons of this moment do not become part of that same noisy news cycle. The conversation is way bigger than any one man,” Wilkins wrote in a guest column submitted to CNN. Going forward, there will be multiple tough conversations other than racial issues regarding Sterling. Questions relating to freedom of speech and right to privacy will likely soon dominate headlines as Sterling inevitably brings the NBA to court for a lengthy trial. This controversy over Sterling is only the very beginning and it will be a story we likely hear much about over the course of the next few years. For now though, we can at least celebrate this victory over racism. Sterling’s punishment and the reaction that has resulted make for a strong statement that such viewpoints are increasingly not being tolerated. Years from now, we could very well be remembering this as a monumental event in the fight against racism and discrimination.
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SPORTS
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Redbirds take second in MVC The ISU men’s golf team finished its season in second place at the MVC tournament, saying goodbye to two seniors.
Brandon Hillary Sports Reporter
The men’s golf season has come to a close after their second place finish in the MVC championship at TPC Deere Run Golf Course in Silvis, Ill. The team finished the tournament with a team score of 877 (297-294286) with dramatic improvements in every round, despite unfavorable weather conditions that caused a rain delay in the second round.
Photo Courtesy of ISU Athletics
Tyler Gentilella led ISU with a first-round par.
Head coach Ray Kralis was proud of his team’s success throughout the entire season. “It’s tough to end this season,” Kralis said. “The guys have battled, competed and grown both as individuals and as a team. I couldn’t have asked anything more.” The Redbirds ended the first day of play sitting in first place with Wichita State close on their heels. The first day consisted of the first round of play and 13 holes of the second round after afternoon thunderstorms delayed the rest of the round until the next morning. After the first day Tyler Gentilella led all individual golfers in the tournament with his score of par through the first round and 13 holes in the second. Senior Wils Hawn contributed greatly on the first day with a 72 in the first round, tying him for 16th place through 11 holes in the second round. Jordan Fahel completed 12 holes of the second round and is tied for 20th place with a first round score of 78. Josh Edison shot a 76 in the first round but also ended his day tied for 20th with Fahel after playing through 12 holes of the second round. Parker Freiburg’s 80 in the first round and play through nine holes in the second round earned him a tie for 25th place at the conclusion of the first day. Coach Kralis was satisfied with the first day’s results but knew his team had to stay mentally tough through the second day. “The golf course is a great test, and the weather conditions were certainly a factor today,” Kralis said. “We can expect more of the same tomorrow, so we’ll continue to emphasize patience and mental toughness. Tyler was solid all day, and he and Wils set the tone for us in the opening round with strong performances. We are gaining momentum collectively, and our depth from top to bottom works in our favor as everyone is making a contribution.” “As a competitor, it doesn’t get any better as we are right in the thick of it with one day to go at the conference championship,” Kralis added. “This is what the preparation and hard
work through the season are for, and our schedule, experiences, and development as a team this year have prepared us for what we will face tomorrow.” After an 8 a.m. shotgun start on day two, the Redbirds were ready to chase the title. Gentilella came through with another strong day-two performance and ended the tournament with a 215 (71-71-72) which tied him for first place on the individual leaderboard. Hawn ended his golf career at ISU by carding a personal-best and low round of the tournament, 67, in the third round to end with a strong overall score of 216 (72-77-67). This was good for third place individually. Freiburg and Fahel finished tied for 14th place with a score of 226 (80-7373) and (78-74-74), respectively. Edison’s final score was a 231 (76-75-80), which tied him for 29th place. The tournament came down to the wire in one of the closest Missouri Valley Conference Championships in history. The Redbirds finished just three strokes behind Wichita State, coming down to the final three holes in an individual playoff between Gentilella and Wichita State’s Chandler Rusk. “It came down to the wire in that final round for the lead to jump back and forth the way it did. A lot of their hard work shows, especially with Tyler playing in a playoff and Wils having the low round of the tournament. It was a great year for the Redbirds, and I hate to see it end, but these guys can hold their heads high. They did everything they needed to do to win this championship. Wichita State was just a little bit better.” Freiburg, Hawn and Gentilella all received All-Valley honors for their regular season and tournament play.
“This is what the preparation and hard work through the season are for, and our schedule, experiences, and development as a team this year have prepared us for what we will face tomorrow.” Ray Kralis
ISU Men’s Golf Head Coach
There are two seniors on the Illinois State men’s golf team that will be moving on from the university after next week’s graduation ceremony. Freiburg, originally from Quincy, Ill., and Hawn of Waterloo, Ill., will be leaving the No. 2 MVC team. Hawn competed in 35 rounds during the 2012-13 season and had a season-stroke average of 74.6, the best of the ISU team. Hawn was also awarded the 2013-14 Weibring Endowed Scholarship. Thanks to his ability to combine the athletic success of being the lowest per-round average on the squad with his leadership and academic skills, Hawn was chosen by Kralis as the 18th scholarship recipient.
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Nutritional supplements are simply ‘not a game’ ZACK FULKERSON Sports Columnist
Archive Photo Wils Hawn contributed with a 72 in the first round.
“Wils has made great strides as a player and leader since he stepped foot on campus because of his tremendous work ethic, discipline and desire to make an impact,” Kralis said. “He has established himself as an ‘MVP’ in our program and one of the best golfers in the Missouri Valley Conference, and it is exciting knowing he still has a full season remaining. With his dedication and competitiveness, I expect this year to be his best in the classroom and on the course, and I am confident he will again show why he is so deserving of this award.” Freiburg competed in 29 rounds during the 2012-13 season and completed the season with an average-round score of 76.2. In March, Freiburg was named MVC Golfer of the Week as announced by the league office. The announcement marked the second time Freiburg had received the award and the fourth-consecutive week that a Parker Redbird was named. Freiburg “Parker has continued to develop as a player, and it is great to see his effort and commitment rewarded,” Kralis said. “He has the physical and emotional set to compete with the best each week, and this provides affirmation of that and more confidence going forward.” In July of 2013, Freiburg was awarded the L. Durwood Boone Endowed Scholarship by Kralis. This scholarship is traditionally given to the most-improved men’s golfer. Despite its losses, the ISU men’s golf team looks forward to another successful season.
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Northern Iowa
Drake
Loyola University
Southern Illinois
Evansville
Loyola University
Drake
Athletes and fitness fanatics alike are all too familiar with the supplement industry. Powders, shakes, formulas, capsules, tablets — anything that can help you get that extra edge in your workout. Everywhere you look on the web and in magazines, you’ll find advertisements screaming about the magical results of these miracle products. All too many of these claims are, unfortunately, bunk. And unlike those activities you’re trying to get a competitive edge in, this is not a game. The nutritional supplement business is a multibillion dollar industry which continues to grow each year. Every day, companies are turning out their latest and greatest products that will “boost your energy,” help you “build muscle,” and, of course, “burn fat.” That’s the bait, and people are falling hook-lineand-sinker. Granted, there really are some dietary supplements which can effectively do any one of these things in the right doses and under the right circumstances. But in many cases, these claims are merely marketing ploys which manage to dupe people into putting horrible, harmful substances in their bodies. One of the primary recommendations from the “experts” is to thoroughly research any product before you hop on the supplemental bandwagon. However, even this is not always enough. Take Jareem Gunter, now in his 30s, a young baseball up-and-comer who was looking for the extra spring in his step. Gunter testified before Congress in 2009 about his horror story. He claims to have researched a substance called SuperdRol for “three to four weeks” before taking it. Still, after just a month of being on the product, Gunter wound up in the hospital with life-threatening liver failure. Research is not always enough; the age of the internet makes it hard for the average Joe to separate fact from fiction. Likewise, young athletes are especially susceptible. Constantly under pressure from parents and coaches to be the best at everything always, kids as young as middle-schoolers will turn to powders and other products. And speaking of horror stories, just ask some of your friends who were high school athletes if their coaches ever nudged them to try one of these products. It is one thing if adults make the conscious decision to take nutritional supplements. It is another thing entirely to feed them to kids before and after practices. Many who share my concerns will insist that the nutritional supplement industry is entirely unregulated. Not true. The Food and Drug Administration has hefty guidelines for these companies. All the while, they estimate that nearly 70 percent of them do not abide by basic quality control standards. Therein lies the problem. Not new laws, but enforcement of existing ones, is the immediate solution. Your best bet, if you’re interested in a boost for your diet or workout, is to always talk to a doctor before taking anything. Sticking to a regular-old healthy diet would be even better.