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President Larry Dietz and other ISU faculty, staff and students joined forces for the Campus Climate Task Force.

Dietz assembles Climate Task Force STEPHANIE RODRIGUEZ News Reporter | @StephanieRoddd

Illinois State University President Larry Dietz appointed a 27-member task force composed of students, faculty and staff members to address the Campus Climate Assessment Report for ISU released this April. Staff AP for the task force Guadalupe Montalvo said the assessment report was completed in collaboration with the Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs and the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for the Study of Race and Equity in Education. The goal of the report is to determine the climate of the campus and community as it relates to matters of diversity and inclusion. Vice President of Student Affairs for ISU and member of the Sponsoring Leadership for the task force Levester Johnson said this issue is not just a “hot topic.” “This is what most college campuses are doing — where you’re going in and doing an assessment of the climate, programs, services and it’s not just for students, it’s for faculty and staff,” Johnson said. “It’s to identify where there are

gaps in the offerings and support for community members, to identify where we can definitely up our game. It should and can be about acknowledging what’s going right at an institution as well.” The goal of the task force is to make long-term and short-term recommendations to the Sponsoring Leadership based on its findings from the report. The time frame by which it has to do this is from when it was created in July until May of next year. Johnson said there are a lot of things that are going right at ISU. However, he believes that the task force will be able to come up with some very good, low-hanging fruits the leadership will be able to address right away. Montalvo, who is a part of the Steering Committee, said it is an honor to serve on the task force. “I came to ISU because I felt the core values of the institution align with my own, and I have stayed here because I feel there is a true commitment to delivering our core values to our students,” Montalvo said. “This task force is another example of how the institution continues to work toward embodying our core values.”

President Dietz appointed the members of the task force. Johnson said the members were selected based on their involvement with the university’s core value of diversity. “They looked at individuals who are attached and responsible for some of the diversity initiatives and programs here on campus as they exist right now,” Johnson said. “I think there was a lot of thought that went into making sure that that group itself is rather inclusive as well so that it represents the campus community — gender, race, orientation, etc.” Johnson also said one of the charges for the task force will be to keep the community campus informed of its progress throughout the year. The report — which was commissioned by the university last year — used surveys and focus groups from varying campus constituents including students, faculty and staff to collect its information, Montalvo said. The assessment report that the task force will review is 40 pages and can be found on the President’s website.

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Various locations throughout Illinois State University are Safe Zones where students can go for support.

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College students are making their voices heard after a controversial statement released by the University of Chicago. Last Wednesday, University of Chicago Dean of Students John Ellison sent a “welcome letter” to incoming students for the start of the fall school year, which detailed that the university does not support the use of trigger warnings or safe spaces on campus. The letter, which has been widely shared on social media and news outlets, states, “We do not support so-called trigger warnings, we do not cancel invited speakers because their topics might prove individuals can retreat from ideas and perspectives at odds with their own.” Universities and public speakers often use “trigger warnings” before displaying potentially charged or intense subject matter that may upset students. The term “safe space” is also used to highlight an area where minority, LGBTQ or struggling students can go to avoid feeling judged, different or unsafe. At Illinois State University, the Dean of Students Office has created the Safe Zone program

for the LGBT community. According to its website, “These Safe Zones are spaces where support and understanding are readily available and bigotry and discrimination are not tolerated”. Members display a Safe Zone symbol, a rainbow triangle, that provides a visible, non-threatening way to demonstrate their acceptance of LGBT individuals. All Safe Zone participants have attended a training session before joining the program. Some schools have also tried to eliminate safe spaces or trigger warnings as a way to avoid coddling students, reprimanding freedom of speech or sheltering students from reality. Ellison’s letter received both positive and negative reception, especially via social media. Matt Oye, sophomore physics and philosphy major at University of Chicago, explains that he personally has mixed feelings regarding Ellison’s letter. “Just because free speech is good, it doesn’t constitute that we should be able to say anything and everything all the time,” Oye said. “Conversely, though safe spaces are always good, we cannot always limit the words of our peers.” Oye also said that while it is controversial to see

such a divide, he is looking forward to the fierce debate and free speech that will be presented on University of Chicago’s campus this fall. Here at ISU, measures are frequently taken to help students feel safe. ISU often allows potential trigger warnings to be administered at the discretion of the professor or speaker. ISU also offers free counseling services that are accessible to any students for any reason. These counseling services offer a safe space for students. ISU senior political science major Thomas McCarty is certified through the ISU Student Counseling Services program “Alliance for Change,” which teaches him how to be a peer listener and a referral for student counseling. “I think the only true safe spaces are in counseling sessions, and I think ISU provides more than enough when it comes to helping people emotionally,” McCarty said. “We have a lot more resources than you may think.” McCarty also believes safe spaces may not be necessary if students can learn to be more accepting of experiences and create safe environments for those who are struggling. “Our differences shouldn’t be tolerated, but celebrated,” McCarty said.

Plans for a new health center for the LGBTQ community in Bloomington is in progress and expected to be built by summer 2017. The center, organized and funded by the Central Illinois Pride Health Center (CIPHC), is to be used as a safe space for members of the LGBTQ community. “The center will be smack dab in the middle of Bloomington, but we are still looking for available spaces,” Executive Director of the Central Illinois Pride Health Center Len Meyer said. Meyer explained that the organization’s goal is to also reach outlying rural areas outside of McLean County. “I think it’s a good thing and promotes Bloomington’s diversity as well as awareness,” Illinois State University senior public relations major Tyler Krivich said. Krivich, alongside Meyer, identifies as part of the LGBTQ community and believes it is a step in the right direction. “In my age group [of college students], we are not actively engaging enough in safe sex,” Krivich said. “[Fellow LGBTQ members] also do not have enough resources to cater to our specific needs.” The center is expected to have doctors on call, not just for physical health needs but also mental health services as well. Meyer expressed concern for the lack of resources relating to health issues for the LGBTQ community in the Twin Cities. “The fact that I hear stories of people driving to Chicago to get hormones seems crazy,” Meyer said. Either doctors will not prescribe hormones to patients transitioning or individuals are afraid to use their IDs because it may not match with their exterior self.

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College of Nursing receives $350,000 grant TOM HEAGNEY News Reporter | @TomHeagney

Illinois State University’s Mennonite College of Nursing (MCN) was recently awarded a federal Advanced Education Nursing Traineeship (AENT) grant. The grant totaled nearly $350,000 and was funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The money is to be used to support nurse practitioner education during the 2016-2017 academic year. Professor Denise Wilson, who spearheaded MCN’s application for the grant, said competition was extremely tough. “All applications receive a score, and funding is then awarded based on the score,” Wilson said. “We were very fortunate to receive a very high score based on the quality of our application.” MCN’s application was submitted in February 2016, after which it began the long process of evaluation by the federal government. MCN was notified in early August that it had been awarded the grant. It is the third AENT grant the MCN has received, with previous grants funding 46 new family-nurse practitioners. The new grant will specifically focus on educating nurse practitioners who will practice as primary care providers. Of 66 students currently enrolled in the sequence, 32 are eligible to receive aid from the grant, which will help cover tuition, fees and stipends for classes beginning this

semester. Wilson said the grant stipulates that students who receive aid must be in the final 12 months of their Family Nurse Practitioner program. Eligible students are awarded the aid based on how many credit hours they are currently enrolled in. The grant’s emphasis and intended target aligns with MCN’s strategy for students. “The grant is emphasizing the preparation of nurse practitioners to be primary care providers of rural and underserved populations,” Wilson said. “Our goal is to have each of our students have at least one clinical rotation in caring for these populations.” Students in MCN’s Family Nurse Practitioner graduate program complete 660 clinical hours in four courses. The courses are taken sequentially. The clinicals cover a wide range of patient demographics and the MCN is working to expand it. “These clinicals include pediatrics, women’s health, adult and geriatrics and lifespan,” Wilson said. “We are working very hard to get clinical assignments made in the rural and underserved areas.” Vidette Archive The two previous AENT grants awarded The Mennonite College of Nursing received its third grant from the U.S. Department of Health and to the MCN were two-year grants which Human Services. totaled $700,000. They were awarded for the 2012-2014 and 2014-2016 academic MCN Dean Judy Neubrander is pleased grant had been awarded,” Neubrander said. years. Wilson said the new grant is only a with the college being awarded the grant yet “This funding is crucial to assist nurses to year long due to a change from two-year to again. advance their education and to meet primary one-year grants. “I was thrilled when I heard Dr. Wilson’s care needs of members of our communities.”

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Festival ISU: the best way to get involved

ear ye, hear ye! Everyone is welcome to Festival ISU today. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. the Quad will be loaded with tables, chairs and people representing all the clubs, Greek life, intramural organizations and anything else you can think of. This is your best opportunity to see what Illinois State University has to offer. There are hundreds of groups that assemble for all sorts of reasons, and today you get to ask them questions directly. Also, you will get a glimpse of what it’s like to be part of a club. Festival ISU is an amazing tradition hosted by the University Program Board. It gives every student the opportunity to get involved on campus. With over 350 Registered Student Organizations, no one should feel left out in the community. Not interested in joining a club? Still, come out and look around. There is a group for everybody. Religious, athletic, political, artistic, business, musical, concertgoing, gaming, cultural and dance groups will all be on the Quad today. Maybe you’ll see something you like or meet your next best friend. If at the slightest chance you do not see anything you

are interested in but you have a great idea for an RSO, then you have the opportunity to start one. Not only will ISU-affiliated clubs be at the Festival, but a variety of community vendors will attend as well. Places like Noodles & Company and Fusion Brew will be in attendance. In the past, some of these vendors handed out samples of their products, stickers or random cool swag like ping-pong balls. You will also have the chance to win prizes from various booths, whether it be a free iPod or a vacation to a tropical paradise. “[Festival ISU] is a really good way for transfer students and freshman to discover the many opportunities provided to participate in recreational activities on campus,” Danielle Cooley,

a sophomore pre-nursing major, said. “It’s also a good way for returning students to see if there are any new clubs they could potentially be interested in.” Pro-tip: Bring a bag. You will get handed a lot of free stuff. Just about every RSO will be handing you pamphlets and items with its organization on it. It’s a great way for the group to promote itself and cool for you because you get to take home a shirt. Be sure to ask questions like “How often do you meet?” Or “What are some of your favorites memories with the group?” A list of all the groups with links to their pages can be found on the UPB website. Illinois State is a big school; getting involved is a great way to become part of that greater feeling. As cliché as it sounds, it will help you out in the long run. Showing employers that you were part of an organization sets you apart from other applicants. Getting involved builds relationships, which has the potential to help you grow as an ISU student. Editorial Cartoon by Jeremy Burcenski | Vidette Art Director

Editorial written by IAN IVKOVICH, a member of The Vidette’s Editorial Board. Editorial policy is determined by the student editor, and views expressed in editorials are those of the majority of The Vidette’s Editorial Board. Columns that carry bylines are the opinions of the author and do not necessarily represent those of The Vidette or the University.

Taking a stand against intolerance MY VIEW DORIS HOUSTON Guest Columnist

s a faculty member of color, I couldn’t be more proud to be a Redbird during an important time of transformation as our campus community takes on the difficult discussions and “courageous conversations” that many institutions would rather avoid — discussions about racism, homophobia, religious oppression, ableism and sexism and what we need to do to make our campus a place of inclusive excellence. Over the past few years, dialogues about institutional bias, privilege and oppression have become intentional and an integral part of our campus discourse in the classroom, in faculty meetings, during faculty orientations and during administrator’s retreats. While these dialogues are not always easy and they are not always comfortable, they are necessary in order to make us better as a campus community. Needless to say, I was taken aback as I walked across the Quad last Thursday on a sunny afternoon and encountered an individual hurling homophobic and misogynistic insults at a group of female multicultural students while holding up a Bible. Ironically, I encountered this individual encircled by a large group of student protestors as I was on my way to my very first Campus Climate Task Force Steering Committee meeting. The task force was convened by President Dietz to address student and faculty/

staff concerns related to campus diversity and inclusiveness that were uncovered in the Spring 2016 Campus Climate Assessment report. Needless to say, it would have been remiss of me as a faculty member charged with addressing issues of campus climate to bypass this group of students who were clearly emotionally distressed and outraged by harsh words of intolerance being spewed at them in an area that is designated as a safe zone for all. Although it is routine and perfectly legal for campus visitors to “set up shop” on the Quad to express provocative religious, political and social views, I was acutely aware that this year seemed different. There was a level of vitriol and callousness in the words of this particular visitor that concerned me, so I had to stop. As a faculty member who is charged with ensuring the safety and well-being of all students, I had to stop. As a social work professor who has taken an oath to uphold the ethical standard of social justice and advocacy for disenfranchised people, I had to stop. As an African-American woman, mother, daughter and community leader whose ancestors represent a legacy of resilience against oppression, I had to stop … and so I did. I had no speech prepared, and I had no idea what I would say or what the outcome would be, but I knew that I had to intervene and show our students that they can count on their professors, staff members and administrators to have their backs in the face of harassment, insults and bigotry. So I made my way into what had become a human circle of increasing animus. Several female students of color had become so upset they

were near hysteria. Meanwhile, the individual who was spewing careless words of homophobia, sexism and bigotry continued to taunt this group of young women as if he was reveling in their emotional pain and distress. About 75 or more stunned and disturbed students stood by in a semicircle as onlookers while the visiting agitator shouted out the word “hoes” toward the female students who were challenging his presence. At this point, I immediately stepped forward to intervene. I first reached out to the students who were most disturbed to offer comfort and solidarity for their courage and willingness to take a stand in the face of intolerance. I then turned my attention to the taunting visitor and let him know that ISU is a place of acceptance and inclusion where verbal harassment and disrespect of our students is not tolerated. As I was speaking to the individual, a man who was seated several feet away jumped up from his lawn chair and began to shout directly at me. He later shoved his finger in my face and “scolded” me for getting involved. Almost immediately I heard a voice to my right saying, “Don’t you disrespect my colleague like that!” Get your finger out of her face.” I looked up with a sense of relief to see another faculty member, Dr. Joe Goodman, who’d come to my aid. He’d seen the commotion as he was on his way to class and ran over to intervene on my behalf. Soon thereafter, the both of us had to place ourselves between the students and the taunting visitors for fear that a physical altercation was about to occur. I made a call back to my department to request campus security because I was concerned about the volatility of the interac-

tions. Minutes later, before security could arrive, my department chair Dr. Diane Zosky was on the scene to provide support and reinforcement. Her appearance was yet another point of relief and reassurance that I was not alone and our students were not alone. It was not lost on me that our student body was just returning to campus after a summer filled with incidents of national unrest, hate speech, gun violence and brutality reported in the media almost daily. How could we let them return to campus only to face verbal taunting and a callous disregard for their dignity and humanity on their very first week of school? Over the noise and shouting, I encouraged several students to get involved in our campus diversity initiatives including the upcoming Culturally Responsive Campus Community conference to have their voices heard. After what seemed like an eternity, campus security arrived. I felt comfortable making my way to my campus climate meeting. While I was deeply disturbed by the sequence of events, I felt content that this group of students who were confronted by words of intolerance and bigotry knew they were not standing alone. As I later reflected on the day, the results from the spring campus climate report came to mind. The report revealed that underrepresented students felt there was a “lack of institutional responsibility” for them and that their needs were ignored once they arrived on campus. While we may not always think of it, each and every faculty member, staff member and administrator make up the collective “institution.” see INTOLERANCE page 9

MY VIEW MARY CULLEN Columnist

Starbucks at the Rec: no protein in these beans

here’s nothing like waking up early to get in a workout at Campus Rec before class. You grab your equipment, hit the treadmill — that half marathon you’ve been training for is coming up — and on your way out, replenish with a cold, tall iced latte. Wait a minute, something doesn’t sound right here. After recent changes on campus, Starbucks has replaced beloved Jamba Juice. Though it is not yet open for business, this narrative is soon to be the story of most Campus RecBirds beginning this fall. Getting a Jamba Juice smoothie after working out — or just because — used to be a tradition for many Redbirds, including myself. It was comforting knowing that right before the exit doors, a healthier option than what I would eat at home existed. According to the Jamba Juice mission statement on its website, “Our juices, smoothies and bowls are made with high quality, good-foryou ingredients, supplying 250 million servings of fruits and vegetables a year.” Not only was Jamba Juice convenient, but it had a real health purpose, too. To know that this healthy addition to our campus has been removed with a Starbucks to take its place is absurd. Let us visit the mission statement of Starbucks, also found on its website: “To inspire and nurture the human spirit — one person, one cup and one neighborhood at a time.” Is it pleasant? Yes. Do I enjoy drinking Starbucks? Of course. But the fact of the matter is, Starbucks belongs nowhere inside of a recreation facility. Some may shake fingers my way and say, “Oh no, Starbucks offers smoothies as part of its menu too!” In my book, that’s great. But, just because it offers a handful of smoothies does not mean that our fellow students will not be tempted to indulge in a delicious coffee instead. When looking strictly at calories, the two beverage companies fall between a couple different ranges — all increasing with size. Jamba Juice classic smoothies come anywhere from 260 to 590 calories and juices range from 100 to 390 calories. The whole food nutrition smoothies reach higher ranges of calories, but they also include more whole fruits, vegetables and additional ingredients. Starbucks’ lowest calorie drinks are its simple coffees, ranging anywhere from three to five calories before you add in your daily dose of cream and sugar. The Caffè Lattes can fall between 70 and 240 calories, but flavored lattes take on additional calories. The most calories lie in Frappuccinos, coming in a whopping range of 90 to 460 calories — and that’s without the whipped cream (which adds anywhere from 50 to 100 calories) and including its Frappuccino Light options. see STARBUCKS page 9

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Booths to check out Compiled by CASSIE MCNEILL | Reporter

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Public Relations Student Society of America ISU has one of the oldest PRSSA chapters in the country, but it doesn’t cease to surprise its members with fun and exciting things that are part of the PR world. The organization is made up of more than 11,000 students and advisers and is organized into 300 chapters across the United States.

Best Buddies BB seeks to enhance the lives of people with disabilities by providing one-on-one opportunities to form friendships between college students and their peers with disabilities in the community. It has monthly meetings where students form bonds and lifelong friendships with their buddies.

Black Student Union BSU serves as the umbrella organization for all minority organizations on campus. It emphasizes political, community, social and educational concerns for minorities on campus, as well as the general welfare of all ISU students. It is also a nationally recognized organization. It’s the perfect RSO for new students looking to branch out or just to make new friends.

Indy-pendence Service Dog Organization This organization is perfect for dog and pet lovers. It is an organization dedicated to the training of service/therapy dogs. Students in the program are chosen by Paws Giving Independence, a service dog training organization in Peoria, to foster and train dogs for service work. With the chance of seeing dogs, it’s no wonder students should stop by and learn more about this RSO.

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Festival ISU rolls around once a year, but there’s more to the event than meets the eye

Decades of festivities

Festival ISU is a decadeslong tradition that former university President Tom Wallace started in the 1980s. At the time, the Office of Student Life and Programs was in charge of creating an informational event that would welcome all students to ISU. In 1989, the first Festival ISU was held on the Quad, where it has been held ever since. Now, the event is hosted by the University Program Board and features registered student organizations (RSOs) and local businesses throughout ISU and the Bloomington-Normal community.

Fun with colors

One of the many goodies students can get from the UPB tent during Festival ISU is a t-shirt. Over 1,500 shirts are tie-dyed at the UPB tent each year. With close to 21,000 students at ISU, getting one of these t-shirts is like finding a golden ticket.

Number of booths The number of booths that will be set up on the Quad

Thursday is close to 400. About 300 RSOs will be present during the festival trying to recruit new members or get the word out about their club or organization. RSOs range from Greek life, sports clubs, major-related clubs and more. With so many groups on campus, there is something for every student.

Safety concerns Festival ISU is such a huge event that it is required to have emergency medical technicians (EMT) and a first-aid tent present. EMTs are common at music festivals in order to help attendees with any medical issues, injuries or accidents. However, due to the large number of students at ISU, help is needed in case of an emergency.

Date change During the start of the festival’s tradition, it used to be held on the first Thursday of classes. However, due to a big storm one year, the event was pushed back a week. Since then, the event has been held on the Thursday during the second week of classes.

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Buddies will spread awareness CIDSO Buddy Walk will help those with Down Syndrome reach full potential ELLEN CELSKE Features Reporter | @ellencelske

n Sept. 17, The Central Illinois Down Syndrome Organization (CIDSO) will host the 12th annual Buddy Walk at Carden Park and Prairieland Elementary School in Normal. All members of the community are welcome to come out and walk for this cause. The walk will help take a step in the right direction toward acceptance and raising awareness for people with Down syndrome. CIDSO is a not-for-profit organization that acts as a support service for the families in McLean County and central Illinois who have been affected by Down syndrome. In the past three years, this event has raised close to $50,000, and the group hopes to stay on that track and exceed its fundraising goals this year.

The Buddy Walk began as the signature fundraising event for the National Down Syndrome Society in 1995. The event was created to celebrate Down syndrome awareness month, which takes place in October, and to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with this developmental disability. All of the money raised at the walk will help fund speech, language and literacy programs at Illinois State University, award grants to activities and schools and sponsor awareness events to help people with the developmental disability. “All of the money goes back to help people and kids with Down syndrome reach their highest potential,” Kevin Woods, a volunteer working in public relations for CIDSO, said. “This event is open to anybody to help raise money for this organization.” The event registration will begin at 9 a.m.

Activities are planned for everyone to enjoy, which include food, entertainment, a photo booth, face painting, balloon art, a bouncy house and Paws Giving Independence. The cost to register for the event is $5. The one-mile walk will begin at 10:30 a.m. After the walk, a silent auction will be held in the Prairieland gym, which will showcase donated gifts and prizes. Participants can buy raffle tickets to participate in the auction. CIDSO encourages anyone who has Down syndrome, anyone who knows someone with Down syndrome or anyone just wanting to show their support to come and join the Buddy Walk. On the ISU campus, there is an opportunity to get involved with something similar through Best Buddies. This RSO will have a booth at Festival ISU, where students can find out more information on what it does.

‘Rape Culture Hysteria’ further educates readers MICHAEL FARCA Features Reporter | @farcamichael

regarding rape culture and who is really at blame for creating the hysteria it is to this day. On top Rape likes to rear its ugly head of that, McElroy poses questions more and more often in our socisurrounding feminism, data and ety. We see it in the news, TV, so much more. It’s a well-rounded movies and even right here on introduction to the subject, as campus. McElroy likes to point out in the From the Stanford rapist Brock preface. Turner being released early from The book is a rather opinionprison this Friday to many more ated one, but it is well written college rapes going unaccounted and well organized for an easy for, the collective panic of rape read. McElroy also writes with a has never been greater. New very interesting style that is both methods of helping victims of quick to read and still intelligent rape, as well as other ways of at the same time. You could read reporting them, are coming to it from cover to cover or just look the forefront of combating rape. in the table of contents to find the Rape culture is a big topic section that interests you most. among young people right now, At a glance, it could appear to but it is applicable to people of be just a collection of essays, but all ages. Wendy McElroy makes Monica Mendoza | Vidette Staff Photographer they do relate to each other. it a point to question the idea of Written by Wendy McElroy, ‘Rape Culture Hysteria’ is an eye opener for readers. This book is a great read if rape a rape culture and the data that culture and social justice interest comes along with it. Among all you. Whether the reader agrees up its main points and always man- Pornography.” the new literature coming out that ages to organize everything nicely with McElroy’s views or not, and As someone who has been domesaddresses this topic, “Rape Culture in the writing structure and chap- tically assaulted, McElroy lends her they are certainly not the only right Hysteria: Fixing the Damage Done ters. Even though McElroy’s views own experiences as well and even or wrong views on the subject, this to Men and Women” by Wendy would be classified along the indi- adds her experience as a feminist could be a good book to add to their McElroy is a highly recommended vidualist or libertarian line, she still figure throughout the years. The personal library. read. has experience as a feminist fight- book really feels like she’s giving This book gives readers a very ing for rights and has been a part the reader a lecture and that she is VIDETTE RATING upfront, unapologetic look at rape. of the writing world for a while. actually right there with them. It reads much like an essay or text- She has another published book Throughout the book, McElbook, only more personal. It has called “XXX: A Woman’s Right to roy looks to clear up confusion plenty of facts and statistics to back

Based on her book “Haunted BloomingtonNormal,” author and certified paranormal investigator Deborah Carr Senger will take guests on a tour through some of Bloomington-Normal’s most haunted areas 7– 8:30 p.m. this Friday. Guests will meet at the Cruisin’ with Lincoln on Rt. 66 Museum. Tickets cost $15 each.

Star gaze

T he ISU Pla net a r ium will be hosting “A s t r o n o m y : 3000 Years of S t a r g a z i n g .” This spectacular full-dome video presentation takes audience members on a tour of the major astronomical milestones over the last 3,000 years. Showtimes are at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Adult tickets are $4 each.

Soccer game

At 1 p.m. on Sunday, the ISU Men’s club soccer team will be playing its first pre-season game, where it will take on University of Illinois – Springfield at the Gregory Street soccer fields.

Concert

On Friday, Whiskey Myers will be per for ming at Castle Theatre. Some refer to their music as rebel music, but they prefer to look at it as everyday soul. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Advance tickets are $12, but tickets will go up in price and cost $15 on the day of the show.

Miss Illinois

The Miss Illinois Teen USA Presentation will take place at 8 p.m. on Saturday in the Braden Auditorium. Contestants will participate in three equal phases of preliminary competition and the winner will move on to the nationally televised Miss USA Pageant. Tickets are on sale for $27. List compiled by Casey Chan Features Reporter | @chancasey93

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International Seminar Series to focus on election MARY CULLEN News Editor | @MaryCullen7

The first event of the fall International Seminar Series, “The U.S. Presidential Election: Global Implications and Comparative Perspectives,” took place in the Bone Student Center Wednesday. The series kicked off with “Radical Populism in the 2016 Elections: Global Implications” presented by Bob Hunt and George Gordon, Emeriti professors of the ISU Department of Politics and Government. Throughout the presentation Hunt and Gordon tag-teamed the hotly contested presidential election. Associate Professor of Sociology and Coordinator of the biannual series Maria Schmeeckle started off the event with a joke, setting the tone of the series. “I thought about wearing red, white and blue today and decided to wear black instead,” Schmeeckle said. The fall series will focus on the current U.S. presidential election and how it impacts not only Americans, but the entire world. Schmeeckle notes that each semester there is a new theme for the speaker series. This fall’s series is trying to promote dialogue about global elections. The event is open to the public, but she highly recommends students attend. “This topic this semester is extremely compelling and a lot of us are trying to think clearly at a time when stakes are very high in the election,” Schmeeckle said. “I think that [students] could get a lot of rich insight into thinking about the current election and the broader historical and geographical context that is there, but [is] not always highlighted by the media. [The series] will help to make other parts of the conversation visible.” At Wednesday’s kickoff event, both the Republican and Democratic parties were put to the test.

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Professors Emeriti of Politics and Government Bob Hunt and George Gordon spoke at Wednesday’s International Seminar Series event. In his presentation, Gordon discussed fascism as defined in Seymour Martin Lipset’s book, “Political Man: The Social Bases of Politics.” Gordon said the book defines a fascist political figure as someone with the following aspects: the emergence of a “knight in shining armor” who will fix unsolvable problems, the person in power presenting themselves as this knight and can do so alone, practicing scapegoating — identifying groups who the leader believes are to blame for these said problems — and finally the leader demonstrating ability to activate numbers of previous unresponsive voters to support his or her bid for power.

“In this U.S. election season, I will ask innocently, are there any political figures who might be said to fit any aspect or aspects of this description?” Gordon said. “Interestingly, there might be two or more.” Gordon mentions author, journalist and activist Jonathan Rauch and his definition of “chaos syndrome.” Gordon quotes, “a chronic and very gradual decline in a political system’s capacity for self-organization.” Gordon said that chaos syndrome is responsible for tearing down the checks and balances of political parties. What ensues is chaos becoming the “new normal, both in campaigns and the government itself.” Ending on a positive note, Schmeeckle

Honors tracks success with badges KEVIN SCHWALLER News Reporter | @kevschwa

Honors Program staff and instructors for certain badges. Honors Program AssociIllinois State University Honors ate Director Amy Oberts Program students can now resaid students have been ceive online perks for completing enjoying collecting badges. various tasks to represent their “They especially like colHonors experiences. lecting ones in which they ISU’s Honors Program offers can attach things they’ve new online badges that students created during their honors can earn throughout their college experience,” Oberts said. careers. The badges began rolling “Those have definitely been out last fall semester, but only for the most popular badges.” the incoming freshmen Honors Students can also pursue Photo courtesy of Amy Oberts opportunities they are students and transfer students. Honors Students receive digital badges. Now they are available for all interested in and add their Honors students. badges to the badging Each digital badge corresponds platform website, Credly, to to a curricular or community-related opportunity. show them off on their profiles. Badges can also be Honors students also have the option of attaching shared on the business-oriented social networking evidence to be looked over and evaluated by the service LinkedIn for future internships or jobs.

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What we say and don’t say matter, and what we do and don’t do matter. Had I chosen to just walk by and ignore the unrest that was bubbling up right before my eyes, my failure to respond would have reinforced students’ sentiments that they are not cared for and protected. It is my hope that the small

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gesture of “showing up” made Dr. Goodman, Dr. Zosky and myself, as well as the gestures made by faculty and staff every day, to “tend to” our students will chip away at the divisions that threaten to weaken us. Our students need to know that their presence matters, their dignity matters and their well-being matters. Situations like this are where the rubber meets the road.

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An honorable mention as a sophomore like Kocour, Dalton Keene returns to help anchor the defensive line for the Redbirds. Illinois State defense in its last Spack said, “I think our front seven game was lit up for 399 passing yards is more former able than I thought and 556 total yards, in a playoff loss they would be at this point… our ones at home against Richmond 39-27. have given our one offensive line all In 2015, ISU finished fourth in they could handle I think in training the Missouri Valley Football Confercamp.. I felt we competed pretty well ence in scoring defense, allowing 21.2 up front.” points-per-game. In terms of total The defensive line also returns defense, the ‘Birds gave up roughly players with experience, the 6 foot 374 yards-per-game (sixth in the 4 Keene said, “We expect to come in MVFC). and show that we know what we are Illinois State struggled in the pass doing, come back and improve from defense, giving up 227.7 ypg, which what we did last year. We have some was good enough for ninth in the guys we can rotate in, and just be conference. dominate.” That game has stuck with the RedAfter finishing the last two seabirds’ defensive unit all offseason. sons as co-Missouri Valley Football A 2015 all-conference honorable Conference champions, the Redbirds mention safety Alec Kocour said, find themselves ranked No. 8 in the “Obviously, we are hurt a little bit preseason FCS poll, and fourth in the from our last game we played. So conference. we really want to shut their passing Kocour said “A lot of people really game down. We want to show our don’t know how we are going to be fans, show everyone that our defenthis year, we lost Marshawn, Tre, sive backs are real this year.” and a lot of good players on defense, Junior Kocour is joined by just four so (this first game) really showing other returning starters from a year everyone that we have a lot of playago. However, the defensive unit does makers, and a lot of potential.” have players at each level returning. A return to live game action on In the secondary Devontae Harris Saturday at 6 p.m. has the Redbirds Emma Horath | Vidette Senior Photographer players excited. Keene said, “It’s going returns at cornerback. The junior led the Redbirds with 10 pass breakups a The Redbirds defensive line lost key contributors of last year’s team including Teddy Corwin and David Perkins to be a great time to actually get out season ago. DraShane Glass started there and play the first game. Im are a little longer, we are more athletic, we are in the secondary.” 11 games at safety alongside Kocour, excited about it, I know the guys are At outside linebacker, Alejandro Rivera excited. We are going to go out there, play our and recorded four pass breakups and finished a little deeper than we’ve been. We feel like we are more experienced than we were a year ago returns for his senior season. The Sterling, game, do what we are supposed to, and hopewith 62 tackles. Coach Brock Spack said “secondary wise, we there. So I think we are a year better there.. Ill., native was second on the team with 83 fully get us a team victory.” And like a lot of our team we have smart guys total tackles.

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They’re competitors and that’s who you want down there.” From page 12 Senior wide out Anthony Warrum looks to continue the success he Kolbe showed snapshots of his had during a record-breaking 2015 abilities last season. He completed campaign, grabbing 58 catches for 11-of-15 pass attempts for 147 1290 yards. yards and two touchdowns in the Warrum’s best game last season season opener at Iowa. came at South Dakota State, Lining up behind Kolbe where he had 241 yards and replacing two-time and three touchdowns. He All-American and FCS ranked eighth in the nation National Offensive Player averaging 99.2 yards per of the Year finalist Margame. shaun Coprich are tailbacks The 6-foot-2 Warrum Jamal Towns, a senior and was recently named to the George Moreira, a redshirt FCS College Football persophomore. formance Awards National Brock Moreira is built slightly Performer of the Year Spack bigger than Coprich but Watch List. not nearly as fast. He show“I’m excited to finally get going,” cased some burners last year as one Warrum said. “It’s my last ride and of the better kickoff returners. He I’m ready to give the great Redbird averaged 4.3 yards per carry. Towns has been used frequently fans a show. Jake has a done a great over the past couple years back- job in camp and I think that cheming up Coprich as a change-of-pace istry will show when we hit the field on Saturday night.” back and third-down option.

game, she also proves to be a tough matchup in singles competition. Last season she finished with a Veronika Golanova was a big 20-12 record in singles matches. hit in her first season as a Red- When asked if she preferred doubird teaming with fellow Georgia bles or singles, she says it just State transfer Marcia Tere-Apisah depends on the day. to form one of the top doubles tanGolanova also recorded an 11-7 dems in the Missouri Valley. mark in the No. 1 singles position. Golanova and TereGolanova and Tere-Apisah Apisah finished the season were the only Redbirds to at 13-2 overall and 6-1 in win at No. 1 singles. conference play, which Last season she helped included an upset victory the Redbirds finish with a over nationally ranked 13-11 record before their Wichita State. Both women season ended with a loss in transferred over from Sun the quarterfinals to BradBelt power Georgia State ley. This year they bring last season. Despite the back four players, three of Veronika change of scenery, Golawhich are upperclassmen. Golanova nova felt she was prepared For Golanova, the benefit for any challenges Bloomington- of last years’ experience motivates Outside of the quarterback and Normal may pose. this year’s team even more. tailback, the Redbirds return nine “Since I was in Georgia I experi“Everybody is going into the tour- starters on offense including its enced a lot,” Golanova said. “Atlanta nament (MVC) very pumped up and entire senior offensive line. was a huge city compared to my we want to win more.” Spack believes his older guys in small town back home so it was difGolanova also was named the the trenches will pave the way for ferent. Then I transferred here with Intercollegiate Tennis Association Kolbe and the rest of the Redbird Marcia, so it was nice to have some- All-Academic Team for her work offense. body I already knew.” in the classroom. She and the rest “They’re such an important and Golanova first came to the United of the Redbirds begin their season cohesive unit,” Spack said. “They States as a freshman at Georgia Sept. 23 at the Bradley invitational. work in a very unique way. Without State. As a junior, she finds herself those guys everything falls apart. more than 4,000 miles away from Luckily we have great leadership her home in the Czech Republic, up front. where she found her love for the game. She began playing when she was seven years old, traveling the country with her dad and competing in tournaments. Despite the Phone 309 438 7685 • Fax 309 438 5211 Corner of Locust & distance away from her family, University, Normal, IL Monday – Friday. 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Golanova’s mindset remains focused on the game she loves. “With the schedule, school and Help Wanted- Business practice the whole day is busy so Miscellaneous Opportunities you don’t really get a chance to be Welcome back ISU students! Bello nails homesick, plus I know this is a great Seasonal ag. help. Must have a is offering a basic mani for $13 from valid class A CDL. Tobacco free. opportunity for me.” August 22-October 22nd with student 3092754221.3092754215. ID. Call or text 309-824-9638 for an Last season Golanova finished appointment today! 2310 E Oakland Ave with 29 doubles wins to place her Help Wanted- Outdoor/ Suite #3-105 Bloomington 61701 third on the ISU all-time list. As Athletic she is known for her strong doubles

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Kicking off with Redbird ‘special-ops’ JASON KLAER Sports Editor | @JasonKlaerISU

Special teams is an aspect of football which goes unnoticed. Although on the field for just a fraction of the game, kickers play an exceptionally important role on the gridiron. Possessions, games and seasons are won by these strong-legged athletes. For ISU, Sean Slattery came up clutch in at least one game in 2015. Against Eastern Illinois, Slattery notched a 32-yard attempt to defeat the Panthers in overtime. Earlier in the game, Slattery nailed a 50-yard field goal. On the season, he was 10-of-18 in terms of field goals while hitting 52-54 extra points. He also finished third on the ISU roster in terms of points scored (82). Sean has been doing all he can this offseason to prep for the new journey ahead. “To start the season it is all about getting your leg in shape to be able to handle the entire stretch of the season,” Slattery said. “Typically in the summer you do not kick every day because of the weight training which also takes place.” Emma Horath | Vidette Senior Photographer ISU coach Brock Spack places an emphasis on special teams and calls The Redbirds defensive line lost key contributors of last year’s team including Teddy Corwin and David Perkins his unit, “Special-Operations” likening quality over quantity as the season approaches,” would in a game,” he said. “Although the crowd is always a positive,” Slattery said. “My kickoff his players to special-ops in the military. Spack gives out dog tags to members of his Slattery said. “I do not kick as much when the is not there it is almost the exact same situation. team is looking great. There are guys who really season starts because tiring my leg out would Everyone has their eyes on you so you have to want to be a part of special teams so it is a good ‘special-ops’ for excellent perfromances. be ready to go.” way to get them on the field. It is fortunate for Entering his third season, Slattery has a be an issue.” With the absence of two key players on the In a few days, the team will play host to Valme to have players like that to run ahead and handful of dogtags along with a FCS Champioffensive side from 2015, ISU may look to speparaiso at Hancock Stadium. First games have cover my kicks.” onship game under his belt as well as kicking From playing just three games in 2014 to against Division I opponents on the road, such cial teams more than usual. Slattery’s prep in a tendency to set the tone early for how a team’s practice is as close to game-like as it can get. performance may go. Slattery feels one kind of 13 in 2015, Slattery looks to continue making as Iowa. Last season against Morgan State, he “Coach Spack has incorporated a lot of live emotion. strides on the field. ISU begins its season 6 p.m., hit all of his three field goals from a distance sessions into practice so far, when it is fourth “I am really excited to get things started Saturday versus the Crusaders of Valpo. greater than 40 yards. “To remain consistent I try to focus on more down he calls out the special teams just like he this season, we have a lot of guys back so that

Game Preview Illinois State will battle the Crusaders in Week 1 to begin the journey for a third-straight MVFC title. JASON KLAER / Sports Editor

NUTS AND BOLTS THREE KEYS TO WIN Slow and Steady Although Marshaun Coprich and Tre Roberson will not be running the offense, Illinois State’s offensive line is experienced and ready to protect sophomore Jake Kolbe. Jake and the offense cannot try and play ahead of themselves. Play at the level which is attainable then work your way up.

Front Seven With hard-hitting players in all three tiers of defense, the Redbirds pack a punch and will force a pair of Crusader turnovers. Safety Alec Kocour is speedy and hard-hitting while defensive lineman Dalton Keene is coming off of a 59-tackle season

Jake Kolbe In every level of football, the quarterback is the most important postion on the field at any time. Kolbe needs to exploit the Valpo secondary as well as get running back George Moreira enough carriees to contribute to the offensive flow. With a strong arm and a good head on his shoulders, ISU needs to feel good about its quarterback situation.

PLAYERS TO WATCH

REDBIRDS Illinois State (0-0, 0-0 MVFC) has big shoes to fill on offense. Jake Kolbe, Jamal Towns and George Moreira will potentially the new trio to complement senior standout receiver Anthony Warrum, who has been named to a couple of preseason teams already. Kolbe gained some experience last year, including the opening week at Iowa. After a summer of training, expect to see a bit more consistency.

REDBIRDS Alec Kocour is a part of an Illinois State secondary in which has a lot to prove as a system. ISU was beat through the air heavily versus Richmond in the FCS playoffs. Kocour earned a MVFC Honorable Mention last season. He led the Redbirds with three interceptions while also recording 78 tackles. Kocour and company need to step up early in the season to set the defensive tone of ISU football.

CRUSADERS Valparaiso (0-0, 0-0 PFL ) has to improve from 2015. Last season, Valpo allowed 43.2 points-pergame and gave up over 430 points. Using a quintet of quarterbacks, the Crusaders struggled to find an offensive identity. Valparaiso was outgained in every major offensive statistical category. Valpo compiled a 1-9 record in 2015.

BEARS Jean Rene was the top receiving target for the Crusaders last season. He totaled 655 all-purpose yards. Rene returned 10 kickoffs for a total of 161 yards. Participating in track and field in high school, he is incredibly athletic with great hands. With such speed, look for Valpo to utilize him in the back field as well.

SPACK’S COMMENTS “Valpo is a very solid football team and are well coached. They play really hard, physical football. We expect to see a much improved team from last year, we will have our hands full. Their quarterback is returning from a year ago, he is a big strong-armed guy who can really throw the football. We cannot take this team lightly,” TV: Broadcast live at 6 p.m. Saturday on ESPN3. RADIO: WJBC (AM 1230) and WZND (FM 103.3) TWITTER: Follow live in-game updates, pictures and videos: @Vidette_Sports @JCTSports @JasonKlaerISU @RedbirdFB

ILLINOIS STATE 44 Valparaiso 10 electric crowd. ISU will come out running in the second half, scoring a pair of quick touchdowns and will not look back. Pouring it on will be the theme of the second half. Quarterback Ryan Clarke will be shaken

Marching into Hancock Stadium and picking up a victory is no easy task. Since 2013, only one team has been successful, and it was done the last time ISU suited up to play in a game (Richmond).

Back to the basics

PREDICTION Emotions run high in the opening weeek. Look for both teams to get out to slow starts. A plethora of missed opportunities will be squandered early for the Redbirds, who will be playing in front of an

THREE KEYS TO WIN Hope

throughout the game which may allow for the ISU defense to do some scoring of its own. Illinois State will avenge a home playoff loss in 2015 with an opening week win against the Crusaders.

Playing sound, fundamental football can only help the Crusaders. If they attempt to play at the pace of the Redbirds, it will be a long Saturday night. Talent is not all the way there for Valpo, but if there is enough execution then this game may be played closer than most think.

Embrace Clarke Valporaiso needs to have trust in its quarterback, bottom line. The offense needs to flow through Ryan Clarke for the enitre game. He is not a a flashy quarterback who will throw for 350 yards and five touchdowns. However, he will play consistent football and try to limit turnovers as much as possible.

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Retooling a ‘sleeping giant’ Illinois State football gears up for new season following last year’s early playoff exit and several key losses JOSH TOLENTINO Sports Editor | @JCTSports

e f o r e taking over as head coach, Brock Spack saw the Illinois State football program as a “sleeping giant.” After racking up back-to-back Missouri Valley Football Conference Championships, it is safe to say the giant has awoken. But entering the 2016-17 season, the giant known as ISU football faces major retooling after a handful of key losses on both sides of the football. On offense, the Redbirds’ famous one-two punch, which featured All-American runningback Marshaun Coprich and two-time MVFC First Team quarterback Tre Roberson, is gone. Though he’s been behind Roberson since arriving on campus, new starting junior quarterback Jake Kolbe has always been ready for this moment. Then again, Kolbe always thinks big. “Nothing has changed,” Kolbe said. “I just go out everyday and work as hard as I can. I’ve done that since I got here. My approach is the same if I’m a starter or if I’m the fifth string guy on the scout team. I try to be the best I can everyday and listen to my coaches.” A product of Naperville Central, where he led NCHS to an 8A State Championship, Kolbe will look to utilize a much stronger and more accurate arm compared to his predecessor to carve up opposing defenses. “He’s different than Roberson,” Spack said. “Tre will run for a 90-yard touchdown while Jake might scramble for a 20-yard first down. Jake Kolbe can make all the throws. He’s a pocket passer and an artist with the football.” Spack went as far as comparing Jake Kolbe to Cubs ace Jake Arrieta and Roberson to closer Aroldis Chapman, referencing each quarterbacks’ different abilities to the pair of Cubs’ pitchers. Kolbe may not have the fame of Arrieta but the 6-foot3, 205-pound slinger does possess the leadership traits to carry the Redbirds as they try to compete for their third consecutive MVFC Championship. “He’s [Kolbe] got great leadership,” Spack said. “He’s faster than people give him credit for. He’s really smart and he’s a big reason why I think we have a chance to succeed this year.” The rushing game has always been ISU’s identity but the Redbirds know they have something special with Kolbe under center. see FOOTBALL page 9

Photograph by Emma Horath | Vidette Senior Photographer Infographic by Jeremy Burcenski | Vidette Art DIrector