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Embrace ISU as home with Welcome Week DEB BETHEL Features Reporter

Whether you’re feeling homesick or antsy with anticipation for the first few days after you move in, Welcome Week will give you a seemingly endless amount of activities on which to spend some of your free time.

Wednesday through Sunday of move-in week, you can find music, free food, yard games, henna tattoos, airbrush projects, mini golf and so much more. These activities are great ways to meet new friends and become familiar with the Bloomington-Normal area.

Some activities include Casino Night on Wednesday, the Summer Bash and Welcome Luau on Thursday, Welcome Week BBQ and Live Band Karaoke on Friday, Redbird Fan Fair and an outdoor concert on Saturday, and the Kickoff ’Que on Sunday.

Incoming freshmen and transfer students go through a number of emotions, and understandably so.

Moving from a familiar home to a small dorm in a big dorm building in a town that you’re pretty unfamiliar with can unnerve just about anybody. Some of said emotions include, but are not limited to: excitement for the new adventures to come, freedom from the ruling of your parents, relief of being finished with packing, anxious to see how your first semester’s classes will turn out and maybe, just maybe, some sadness of leaving your hometown behind and fear of what’s to come.

Some advice from a friend: put yourself out there. While it could be intimidating to talk to someone you don’t know, you might never know if you missed out on a great person because you were too shy to tell them you liked their hat, or by not inviting them to play bags with you!

Additionally, don’t isolate yourself in your room over the first few weeks of the semester; you’ll have plenty of time to do that during finals week, I promise.

Throughout the year, there are activities to familiarize you with clubs, organizations, activities, etc., but get a head start with Welcome Week!

I made some of my best friends by going to the Welcome Week activities, and it definitely made me feel less homesick. To see the detailed schedule of what’s going on for Welcome Week 2016, you can visit welcomeweek.illinoisstate.edu.

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Welcome Week 2016 Wednesday, August 17

Saturday, August 20

8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m. Watterson Towers & East Campus Residence Hall Move-in 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. West Campus Residence Hall Move-in

9 - 10 a.m. Veteran and Military Orientation 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Veteran and Military Library Orientation 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Nontraditional Student Orientation 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Nontraditional Student Library Orientation 1 - 4 p.m. Information Station Open/Classroom Tours 1 - 5 p.m. Res-Net Computer Clinics for Residence Hall Students 2 - 4 p.m. Redbird Fan Fair 3 p.m. Redbird Spirit Photo 4 p.m. Red/White Football Scrimmage 4 - 7 p.m. New Student VIP Shopping Event

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Information Station Open 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Watterson Dining Center Open 1 - 5 p.m. Res-Net Computer Clinics for dorm students 5 - 8 p.m. Watterson Towers Smith & Madison Houses Residence Hall Move-in 7:30 - 8 p.m. Transfer Student Social 8 - 11 p.m. Casino Night

Thursday, August 18 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m. Watterson Towers & East Campus Residence Hall Move-in 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. West Campus Residence Hall Move-in 9 1 1 1

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Your campus resources College is a big place, but there are many resources to turn to over the next 4 years Compiled by AVE RIO | Editor-in-Chief

Student Health Services

breaks. For example, sometimes they travel to Starved Rock State Park or take longer trips out of state.

All students who are registered for classes and pay the health fee are eligible to use the services of the clinic in Student Health Student Accounts Services. One of the best parts of SHS is that it is right on campus Although this is not the most fun in the Student Services buildcampus resource, it is an imporing, which is just across from the tant one. Students’ tuition bills Bone Student Center. will be sent from Student AcPhysicians, advanced practice counts so Student Accounts can nurses and pharmacists staff usually answer most questions the SHS to provide most mediabout tuition, billing, refunds, fical services. Students can take nancial aid, insurance and taxes. advantage of regular medical apInformation about all billing due pointments for sicknesses or STD dates can be found on the Stuscreenings. dent Accounts website. Students Inside SHS there is also a pharcan also pay bills online with a macy that offers a wide variety credit card on an E-check system of medications, first aid, femiArchive Photo through Student Accounts. nine hygiene, oral care, skin care, Campus Recreation offers group classes in addition to various workout machines. vitamins, contraceptives and more.

The clinic is accredited by the International Studies if further counseling sessions are needed. the Campus Recreation Center, although Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Individual and group counseling are both that is a major highlight. Recreation Health Care, Inc. and fulfills the necesHave you ever thought about studying provided.

Services also offers an Intramural program sary state and federal requirements. abroad? The study abroad office in the Psychiatric consultations are also availthat gives students an opportunity to recInternational Studies Service can proable if a student needs to discuss issues reationally compete in individual or team vide a lot of useful information about the with medication. The services at SCS sports. They offer basketball, volleyball, Student Counseling Services program. are free of charge and confidential. SCS softball, Euchre tournaments and more.

The study abroad program offers firstis also located in the Student Services They also offer sport clubs, which are College is a new and exciting time, but it hand experiences in a variety of different Building across from the Bone. more competitive than intramurals and can also come with periods that may leave countries and cultures in many academic usually practice at least twice a week and students feeling confused, anxious, frusdisciplines. Students can work with an adcompete in state or regionally throughout trated or sad. The staff at SCS is trained visor to find an international program that Campus Recreation the semesters. to help students with a variety of issues. works best with their schedule and fits Finally, Recreation Services also has the During a student’s first appointment, the their academic needs. Summer, semester Many students are not aware that RecreActivate Adventure program that offers professional counselor works with the and year-long programs are offered. ation Services offers a lot more than just trips throughout the semester or over student to sort out concerns and discuss

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Important faces to know at ISU There are a lot of new people to meet at a new school; here are some key VIPs ISU President Larry Dietz

Chief of Staff Jay Groves

As the 19th president of ISU, Dietz serves as the face of Illinois State University’s administration. He works closely with the ISU Board of Trustees, which consists of 8 members, to better the university. Since his appointment as president in March of 2014, the university has seen record numbers of incoming freshman each year and has been recognized in nine national rankings.

Groves works together with President Dietz to manage the university. If ISU were a ship, then Groves would serve as Dietz’s first mate. As Chief of Staff, Groves handles any problems the university may face. Groves also works with the media, has a hand in public relations and works to resolve any student or parent concerns.

Director of Athletics Larry Lyons

Student Body President Kyle Walsh

Lyons began his time as director in 2013, but has been a part of ISU athletics for over 27 years. He was a part of opening the Redbird Arena in 2013 and has help with improvements on a variety of different athletic facilities. Lyons leads the athletic department’s finances, managing human resources, administrative and fee-related projects. In addition to serving as director, Lyons is a campus representative to the ISU Foundation Board of Directors.

As incoming President, Walsh will work with the Student Government Association that acts as the official student governing body recognized by President Dietz. This association is involved in civic engagement, organizing University-wide events and putting student needs first.

Walsh is majoring in legal studies and political science. Before he was elected as president, he served as secretary of college affordability.

ISU Police Chief Aaron Woodruff

Student Trustee Ryan Powers Formerly Student Body President, incoming trustee Powers will provide the Board of Trustees with the unique perspective of a student. As opposed to the other board members, Powers was elected by ISU students to voice student concerns and play a part in the university’s management.

Woodruff has served as the Chief of Police for nearly six years, heading a department of around 20 officers that work to ensure the safety of the university.

He works with media, student concerns and crime prevention around campus.

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What to pack for college

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What to bring: Bedding (check size of bed before purchasing) Shower shoes

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Storage bins and cleaning supplies (wet wipes, a dust pan, laundry essentials)

Leaving home for the first time is a major change. While entering college is exciting, the idea of living in a new place can be overwhelming. Decisions about what to pack and what to leave at home weigh on each freshman, as they cannot bring all of their belongings and also must compromise space with a roommate.

The most important aspect of packing is to make a list. Break this list down by necessities, items used every day and items you could do without.

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What to leave: Unnecessary furniture

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Every piece of clothing you own. Bring what you need.

Excessive décor (you will get a lot of ISU gear your first week)

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’Bird on the Street: What recommendations do you have for freshmen?

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Study a lot but all have fun because once college is over you won’t have these opportunities and you have to make time for both.”

Michelle Pappageorge 2015-2016 sophomore elementary education major

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Try to join a club, it’s a good way to meet new people and find those with similar interests.”

Jenna Marston 2015-2016 freshman actuarial science major

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Go to class or you’ll learn the hard way. If you get a job, don’t work too hard, enjoy your time here.

Also, don’t blow all of your Redbird dollars in the first month.”

Sydney Stalter 2015-2016 sophomore business administration major

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Get to know your advisors because they’ll help you out if you need it.”

Freshman year: the beginning of all beginnings

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ay goodbye to designated lunch hour and hall passes; I lived in Watterson Towers, and “VB1” continues to be a you are now an independent, intelligent college student legendary acronym for Van Buren one, the floor where I lived and met so many people I still talk to today. Having a where every decision is yours to make. close circle of friends who also understand the anxieties of You chose Illinois State University for a reason, and being a freshman will both ease your dayyou’re likely to spend your next four years to-day stresses and help you form bonds as a Redbird, so make sure you start your unlike any you have before. time strongly. Freshman year can be both I’m sure you’ve heard it thousands of intimidating and overwhelming, but if times already, but getting involved on you come in with an open mind, you’re campus is one of the most crucial things sure to set a positive tone for your entire to do as a freshman. By doing so, you will college experience. meet people with similar interests, while First and foremost, you are here to get MY VIEW also gaining leadership and social skills. an education. While you may not know HOLLY PETROVICH Outgoing I am so thankful I applied to be a exactly what you want to do with the rest Editor-in-Chief reporter at ISU’s student-run newspaper of your life, (which is okay, you’re probThe Vidette my freshman year; I was, ably 20 or younger), this is the time and and still can be at times, a shy, conservative person, but place to figure it out. working here forced me to step out of my comfort zone and General education courses are meant to serve as a push myself every day. I was lucky enough to climb the foundation to build from; many of these classes may feel entire ladder at The Vidette, becoming Editor in Chief in my redundant from what you took in high school, but others may be unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before. Use senior year, which gave me the unique experience of being these, and other elective courses, to explore the hundreds of a manager and journalist at the same time. I know when I look back at my time at ISU, The Vidette will be part of my options you have as a student, and take your time to realize favorite memories, and if I hadn’t joined my first year, I’m what you truly want.

If you have already declared a major, take these classes as not sure I’d be able to say the same.

Above all, though, the best advice I can give you for your seriously as possible; these classrooms are where you’re going to learn the necessary skills for a potential future career, first year in college is stay true to yourself; while you are undoubtedly going to change and grow during your time here, and the professors you encounter will be experts in these you want to leave this place knowing you only enhanced the subjects. Take advantage of their office hours and listen to person you already were. College is a unique place full of ditheir experiences, because they are only going to help you versity, opportunity and ideas, so embrace it while you can, grow and learn. because as a recent graduate of the spring 2016 semester, I Forming productive study habits early in college will not already miss everything about ISU. only result in good grades, but it will benefit as classes get harder. Also, maintaining good grades as a freshman will Holly Petrovich, a journalism major, graduated in May. She pay off when you have a good GPA as a senior. worked at The Vidette for four years, serving as editor in Obviously, though, college is more than just the classchief her senior year. She is now editor of Chicago Athlete. room; you are here to make connections that will help you Follow her on Twitter @holly_petrovich. prepare for all aspects of life. Personally, I would not have made it through freshman year without the friends I met.

Dos and Don’ts of freshman year DO start packing as soon as possible

DON’T take too much advantage of your freedom

The summer months are the best times to start getting ready for college, so make it easier on by getting prepared earlier rather than later. Come move-in day, you will have more time to hang out with the other people on your floor instead of trying to organize the boxes you hastily packed the night before.

Moving into a dorm room is a quintessential part of going away to school; just don’t give your floor-mates a reason to dislike you. Keep the music down at night and don’t be super loud when you come back in from a night out.

DON’T buy textbooks early

DO go to class We get it, in a lecture hall of 200 where the teacher doesn’t take attendance, no one is going to notice if you skip out on class. But there’s a reason you’re here, so make it your first priority to go to every class unless there’s an emergency or you’re sick. You’ll be thankful you did when the midterm comes.

Julius Pascual 2015-2016 junior history education major

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Get involved, it’s so cliché but really important. Make sure your schedules are really relaxed. You don’t have to graduate in four years, don’t let your schedule overwhelm you.”

Mary Bauer 2015-2016 freshman art education major

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Seek out student discounts that you can take advantage of with your Redbird card. Don’t be afraid to take advantage of your teacher’s office hours.”

Kim Hocker 2015-2016 sophomore public relations major

DON’T only hang out with people from high school

DO go to office hours Teachers set up office hours for a reason, and one of the best ways to land a great GPA each semester is to visit them when you’re struggling. Nine times out of 10, being familiar with your teachers’ office hours is going to help you out. Whether it be studying tips, a review session before the test or general advice for your time in college, there’s a huge chance you’re going to be glad you paid them a visit.

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One of the easiest ways to blow money in college is to buy books, and half of the time, the required ones for your professor turn into a $200 untouched and unopened dust collector. Wait at least a week into your classes to determine if you really need that book or not.

It might be comforting to know that your old friends are in the same place as you, and there’s nothing wrong with continuing the friendship, but it’s important to broaden your horizons. Join a club, get into Greek life, or start talking to people in your classes. Making some new friends will be beneficial to you in the long run.

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Dorm descriptions: Get to know your new home at ISU Among the many things incoming Redbirds have to worry about when coming to Illinois State University, choosing where to live tops the list. ISU has three major living areas, each with its own unique characteristics

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Standing at 28 stories, Watterson Towers is the tallest point between Chicago and St. Louis. Other than its large stature, its floor structure is unique. There are 10 “houses” consisting of five floors, each named after one of the first 10 United States Secretaries of State. Elevators stop on the third floor of each house, and students have to either go up or down a certain flight of stairs depending on what floor they live on. Floors are designed as suites instead of the traditional corridors.

Watterson Towers is also equipped with Watterson Dining Commons, which keeps students out of the cold during the winter months. “I liked that Watterson Dining is connected to the building so that you never have to step outside like you would if you lived in Hewett and Manchester,” freshman public relations major Shannon Stevens said.

Hewett and Manchester Halls are two 18-story residence halls arranged like traditional corridors. They are located on the corners of N Fell Avenue and W Mulberry Street, northeast of the Quad and most of the campus buildings.

The two halls offer a variety of Themed Living-Learning Communities. These themed floors allow students to meet others who have the same interests as them. Hewett and Manchester Halls offer business, honors, music and other themed communities. There are also lounges available on each floor for students to socialize or study in.

The basement of the combined halls also houses the Julia N. Visor Academic Center, which provides tutoring for students and includes a computer lab.

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I did a lot of theater growing up, so it was great to share a [Manchester] floor with so many other people that shared my passion.”

Anthony Irsuto, sophomore mass media major

The Tri-Towers consist of Wilkins, Haynie and Wright Halls.

They are located northwest of most of the campus buildings. Floor seven of Haynie Hall is a Themed Living-Learning Community for students striving for a wellness and drug-free lifestyle.

Like Hewett and Manchester, the three dorms have a traditional corridor set-up. Like Watterson Towers, they are connected to Marketplace at Linkins, the second dining center on campus.

Tri-Towers are located close to Redbird Arena and Hancock Stadium, so sports fans are never too far from the big games.

The buildings also have lounges and fitness centers available.

The three halls are known for housing many student-athletes due to their close proximity to the campus athletic facilities, though they are a farther walk to campus than the other two living areas.

“I liked the walk [to campus] the most because it gave me time to gather my thoughts before class and just listen to music,” 2015-2016 freshman English education major Bethany Merkle said.

“Living at Tri was fun too because since it mostly houses athletes, there is a real sense of companionship and teamwork. Everyone is in the same boat and just wants to make it through the crazy semesters,” she said.

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The only thing that I found to be a hassle was that since Watterson is so big in comparison, a lot of Greek life lives there. So for someone who ended up joining a sorority while living in Tri, it was harder for me to meet up with everyone.”

Taylor Frye, junior psychology major

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Back up: think about your transportation options LAURA ROCCO Night Editor

College freshmen tend to over-pack when they move into their dorms, and vehicles are no exception to this trend. While some students may need regular use of a car to drive off-campus, alternative transportation options are available. New students should consider the pros and cons of bringing a car to campus so that they can make the best choice for their individual situation.

There are two bus systems that offer free transportation around campus with presentation of a student ID. The Redbird Express runs from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, and NiteRide operates 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. every day. NiteRide also has stops off-campus at popular locations like College Hills Mall and Wal-Mart, which are both key locations for student shopping needs.

Students can visit ISU’s parking website for more information about alternative transportation, including charter buses students can take to get home during breaks.

Connect Transit, the local Bloomington-Normal bus system, also provides service throughout both towns free of cost for students. Visit www.connect-transit.com for more information about specific bus routes and times.

Most of what students need, including large shopping stores, clothing stores, dining and entertainment options, is available either in the Uptown Normal location in walking distance of campus or by bus.

Some students, however, do require a car to regularly leave campus. Reasons for driving may include a job or internship, going home often or attending religious services. The Office of Parking and Transportation offers student storage permits for residence hall students for those who anticipate bringing a car to campus.

Students can store their cars in lots near Hewett and Manchester halls, the Tri-Towers halls, Watterson Towers and the Bone Student Center. Prices for these permits range from $180

Students can purchase storage permits for their cars from the Office of Parking and Transportation. to near-$300 each year. To find more information about these permits or to purchase one, go to www.parking.illinoisstate. edu/permits.

While it may seem like an obvious choice to bring a car for the first year, it is important to consider how often there is a need to actually leave campus. With so many transportation options available (and so many restaurants that deliver), a vehicle may

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end up collecting dust in an expensive lot. Maintaining a vehicle is also a concern, especially in the cold winter months. Having a car also adds to student expenses in the form of gas prices which, though low for now, are always fluctuating.

If, however, a vehicle is a necessity, purchase a parking pass before getting to campus to be fully prepared for the fall semester.

Start a new chapter of your epic journey with ISU Greek life MORGAN KUNIEJ Features Editor

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Illinois State University Greek life makes up of 14 percent of the student population. When entering their first year of college, incoming freshmen may consider becoming part of one of these student organizations.

ISU junior and member of the Gamma Phi Beta sorority, Tara Babic was eager to get involved when she got to campus. “I chose to join a sorority because I wanted to meet a ton of people right away,” she said.

Greek life provides students with many opportunities and focuses on four core values called the “Four Pillars for Life.” The pillars include academics and scholarship, brotherhood/ sisterhood, service/philanthropy and leadership.

“Being in a sorority has shaped me into a better person because we get to learn more about an organization and why we are raising money for them,” Babic said.

Each fraternity or sorority is associated with an official organization for which they work to raise money and awareness. Members of Greek life often work together to support one another’s events, which are hosted to raise money and provide service to these philanthropies.

The Chi Omega sorority hosted its annual March Madness fundraising event for the Make-A-Wish Foundation in March. The event drew support from other chapters, whose members performed in the dance competition. Fraternity Phi Kappa Psi and sorority Phi Sigma Sigma won firstplace awards for their performances, but the Make-A-Wish Foundation was the big winner of the night; the event raised a record-breaking $43,000, according to Chi Omega’s Facebook page.

In addition to service, Greek life provides members with opportunities to socialize on campus. There are a variety of events that take place, consisting of anything from formals to mixers to informal get-togethers.

“Through Greek life I have made my best friends, friends from other sororities and friends from fraternities, senior Katie Enright said.

As a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and the ISU cheerleading team, Enright stays busy.

Recognized Fraternities Acacia Alpha Epsilon Pi Alpha Psi Lambda Alpha Sigma Phi Alpha Gamma Rho Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Alpha Tau Omega Delta Chi

Phi Beta Sigma Phi Gamma Delta “FIJI” Farmhouse Iota Phi Theta Phi Kappa Psi Pi Kappa Phi Sigma Lambda Beta Sigma Nu

Recognized Sororities Alpha Delta Pi Alpha Gamma Delta Alpha Omicron Pi Chi Omega Delta Zeta Delta Delta Delta Delta Sigma Theta Gamma Phi Beta Gamma Phi Omega

Omega Phi Beta Phi Sigma Sigma Pi Beta Phi Sigma Alpha Sigma Gamma Rho Sigma Lambda Gamma Sigma Sigma Sigma Zeta Phi Beta Zeta Tau Alpha

*More information about recognized chapters, fall recruitment and answers to commonly asked questions can be found at www.deanofstudents. illinoisstate.edu/involvement/fraternal/faq/.

“Greek life has also taught me how to manage my time with balancing academics, social events and athletics,” she said.

For sororities, formal recruitment will take place from August 31 to September 6. Fraternities can recruit yearround, but will also hold a formal recruitment event at the beginning of February.

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Top 5 ISU social media accounts to follow

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@The_Vidette

We’d be remiss if we didn’t plug our own social media accounts. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and download our mobile app for the newest stories from your very own student-run newspaper.

@IllinoisStateU

The official Illinois State University Twitter account provides news about ISU students, alumni, departments and events. Follow to discover the great things that Redbirds are accomplishing.

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The Division of Student Affairs runs Your Redbird Life, a Twitter for “student engagement, inclusion, and pride,” according to its twitter bio. Follow to learn about Student Affairs events and to share in the Redbird pride.

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If you’re looking for in-depth recaps and stats from every sports game, check out this Twitter account, run by the ISU Athletics Department. Get text alerts sent to your phone if you really want to keep up with the action.

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Students near campus can post to and view the campus story to see what other students are up to. Since its premiere in spring 2016, the live stories every Wednesday have already led to a series of inside jokes and memes.

Compiled by LAURA ROCCO | Night Editor

Find yourself at ISU C

ollege. That is a loaded word. People can try with like-minded people made me feel so comto prepare you for it. You can try to prepare fortable and made college feel like home.

Each year has gotten better, which can be greatyourself. But the truth is that it’s just another life experience that will continuously throw you for ly attrabuted to the relationships I have made with friends, classmates, professors and advisors. a loop and help you figure out who you are.

I still have an entire year left at ISU and I am Each year is a new experience with new people, already feeling nostalgic about leaving this place. new opportunities, new letdowns and new lesMy advice: enjoy it. These four years will go faster sons. You will figure out how much time and efthan you can imagine. fort you want to put into your studies, how much While college definitely has the time you’ll have for a social ups, it also has the downs. The life and how to manage both. years will bring disappointments Will you aim for straight A’s? in addition to the fun. Heartbreak, Straight C’s? Will you drink even. Your first B…or your first F. as a freshman, wait until Breaking up with your high school you are 21 or somewhere in sweetheart, or staying long distance between? It’s okay, you don’t and missing them everyday. Gethave to decide now. Feel it MY VIEW ting an underage drinking ticket. out, and do what feels right.

Fighting with your roommate...

And if you change your mind, AVE RIO Editor-in-Chief who used to be your best friend. that is okay too.

Disappointing a professor, or a parent. Realizing Going into my senior year, I have already you just spent two years in a major that you hate. learned so much about life and about myself in Although it may not seem like it at the time, the past three years. My first lesson was that I these disappointments will pass. They are merely went to the wrong school at first. After a year at road bumps in a journey that has many more Eastern Illinois University, I decided that a small school that seemed very Greek-life orientated was paths. There is no shame in calling your mom to help you through a tough time (mine always just not for me. Another lesson I learned is that makes me feel better). A few dark days will be the mistake I made was okay. College is going to come with numerous mistakes, and it is necessary worth the experience of living away from home to keep reminding ourselves that mistakes help us and clicking with a new place, new people and, perhaps, a new you. grow.

In the end, college is a place to grow and learn Transferring to Illinois State University was new things. Whether you are a business major, one of the best decisions I have ever made an art major or a journalism major like me, you’ll because it brought me to The Vidette, where I find that there is an empowering joy in learning found my friends, my passion and my home. The about things that you care about: things that matclassic “join something” advice actually has some substance to it. I was hesitant at first; I’m a pretty ter. And that is the most rewarding part of college. Find yourself, find your passion and change shy person, and it can be hard for me to be “outthe world with it. Or, at least, be happy. Because going” and try something that is new, just as the what else is there? preview editor-in-chief said about herself. But boy am I glad I did.

Ave Rio is a senior journalism major and the EditorMeeting people in classes or in your residence in-Chief of The Vidette. She can be reached at halls is helpful too, but for me, it was really findvidette_ario@ilstu.edu. Follow her on Twitter @ ing the people that were interested in the same avegrio. things that I am that made the difference. Being

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Stay physically and mentally healthy with the official ISU app LAURA ROCCO Night Editor

This guide also has sections called “Stressed Out?” and “Can’t Sleep?” with information about PAWsitively stress free, a program where therapy dogs visit Milner Jokes about the ‘freshman 15’ are common, but in Library to interact with students, wellness massages, all seriousness, it can be difficult to stay healthy after anxiety management classes and sleep kits. ISU is contransitioning to college. Students who are used to mancerned not only with students’ physical health as they datory gym periods and their parents’ home-cooked, enter campus, but their mental well-being as well. nutritionally balThere is also a anced meals will special section in the suddenly find every Health and Wellness decision about their guide called “Transihealth in their own tioning to College.” hands.

This section lists comIllinois State mon causes of college University Student stress, 10 ways to Health Services combat homesickness, recommends that navigating change and students eat a what to do if you are healthy diet, estabphysically sick or inlish a regular sleep jured. This section in pattern of 8 to 9 particular hours per night and is geared exercise regularly. toward Medical Director college of Student Health Archive Photo freshmen Services Christina NetNutrition monitors also available inside dining centers so that students who are can check nutritional information before choosing meals.

Nulty also recombeginning mends that students a tranavoid unhealthy sitional behaviors, such as excessive caffeine or alcohol intake period in their lives and may need access or sleep deprivation, which lead to decreased academic to the tools and services offered by the performance. university.

“Utilize campus resources to get involved and develop The Campus Dining guide also offers a a peer support group,” Nulty said. wealth of important information, especially One such resource that ISU offers to help students if students are interested in knowing when make healthy choices is the official ISU mobile app. The and what healthy options will be offered by app includes guides called Health and Wellness and the dining centers on campus. This guide Campus Dining, among numerous others. includes dining center hours, including The Health and Wellness guide includes descriptions holiday closings, information about indiand contact information for the departments of Student viduals’ meal plans and dining menus.

Counseling Services, Campus Recreation, Health ProThe menus, offered through the NetNumotion and Wellness and Student Health Services. It trition service, are also available online at also lists several options for staying active, such as atwww.dining.illinoisstate.edu and in Wattending the Student Fitness Center (known on campus terson Dining Commons and Marketplace as ‘the Rec’); Reggie Ride, a free bike rental program; at Linkins Center. NetNutrition allows intramurals and sports clubs; and group and personal students to select their food allergies, vegan fitness classes. and/or vegetarian preferences and the food The Reggie Ride program may be beneficial for stustation they want to eat from (homestyle, dents who have to commute to areas of campus further grill, salad bar, fresh bites, etc.). from the dorms, as well as for daytime excursions to The app will then display a list of menu explore the Bloomington-Normal area, which may help options tailored to the student’s dietary relieve school-related stress. The app includes the rules needs. This is key for students who want to and regulations for this program.

plan their meals for the day and know that they have options available to fit their specific health wants or needs, as well as to know what is in their food.

This guide also includes a section to “Ask the Dietician,” where students can submit an in-app email to a registered dietician about any nutrition or food-related questions.

Students can download the app to their mobile devices from the Apple Store or on Google Play by searching for Illinois State University. Once the app is installed on a device, students can choose which guides they want to download. Some of the other guides available include: events at the Bone Student Center, the Career Center, a list of registered student organizations and contact information, housing, Redbird athletics and Homecoming. Freshmen can also download the guides for Preview, Move In and Welcome Week.

“Transition to college can be challenging but can also be an exciting time in your life. But if you find yourself ill, Student Health Services is here to help,” Nulty said.

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Sports recap: what you need to know for the 2016-2017 seasons Football The Illinois State football team had the most success in program history over the last two seasons. The Redbirds have won a share of first place in the Missouri Valley Football Conference in both seasons and had a birth in the FCS title game in the 2014 season.

ISU, led by head coach Brock Spack, also grabbed a twoseed last year in the playoffs after posting a 9-2 record in the regular season with a 7-1 MVFC record. One of those losses was at Iowa, which had a birth in the Rose Bowl after finishing second in the Big 10.

star Roland Griffin left the team, along with redshirt freshman Elvis Harvey.

In the span of one week, the Redbirds faced the No. 1 and No. 2 teams in the country when they lost to Kentucky and Maryland. ISU entered its conference portion of the season with a losing record, but Muller helped the team rebound quickly. The Redbirds finished with an overall record of 18-14, 12-6 MVC. The 12 wins are the most during Muller’s four-year tenure.

Volleyball Following a 27-win season and an appearance in the NCAA Tournament, the Illinois State volleyball team entered the 2015 campaign with expectations to live up to. Although six seniors graduated, nine new players came to the roster. An eight-game win streak set a solid foundation for the ’Birds.

Lexi Varga was one of the freshmen to make a difference in the season, smashing 277 kills while also notching 150 digs.

Lone senior Ashley Rosch left the program as one of the mostcoveted players in ISU history. A four-time All-MVC Selection, she is the only ISU player to ever accomplish that feat. Overall, the ’Birds finished with a 22-10 record and an early-round exit to Northern Iowa.

The Illinois State men’s basketball team had a rollercoaster season, which featured one of the toughest schedules in ISU history. The Redbirds’ season ended prematurely during the MVC Quarterfinals in a 65-57 loss to Indiana State.

Last spring, the tragic April 7 plane crash claimed seven lives, including men’s associate coach Torrey Ward. Just weeks after Ward’s death, All-MVC selection and the Redbirds’ sole big man, Reggie Lynch, announced his transfer to Minnesota.

Head coach Dan Muller had several holes to fill, which was apparent as the Redbirds struggled early in the season.

The holes got even bigger throughout the season when frosh

In head coach Bo Durkac’s second year at the helm, the Redbirds have struggled this season. The team had a 17-32 record (7-10 MVC) as of May 15.

The team’s brightest spot comes from shortstop Owen Miller, a redshirt freshman hitting .323 on the season, with 17 doubles, and 39 RBI’s on the year.

This year has seen a 10-game losing streak after the Spring Break trip ended, as well as several struggles to put runs on the board consistently. The Redbirds have just three players hitting above .275: Miller, second baseman Joe Kelch and catcher/ DH Jean.

The Redbirds had a dramatic walk-off finish against rival Bradley, a game-winning play that appeared on national television. The ’Birds carried that momentum into their final home stand, where they took two out of three games vs. Wichita State. ISU began MVC Tournament play on May 25 in Terre Haute, Ind.

Softball

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Men’s basketball

Baseball

Octavia Crump finished her senior year as a starting forward with the Redbirds in the 2015-2016 season.

Women’s basketball An inexperienced team to say the least, head coach Barb Smith could only go up following a 2-28 season. Shakeela Fowler, Katrina Beck and Octavia Crump were the biggest producers of offense for the Redbirds. On the season, the squad shot under 35 percent from the field and averaged 55.6 points-per-game. In the final season game, the Redbirds went to overtime versus the Purple Aces of Evansville. ISU’s season came to an end with a 61-59 loss in the Quarterfinals of the MVC Tournament.

The Illinois State softball team made the MVC Semifinals for the second year in the row this season, losing to Drake, 5-1, ending its season 20-33. To begin the season, the squad embarked on a 30-game road trip. Stops included Florida, Arizona and Louisiana. ISU played a handful of top-five teams, including the University of Michigan and the University of Florida. Illinois State ended the regular season by losing two out of three to UNI. ISU finished 4-15 on the road. Regan Romshek has been the go-to pitcher in the circle, tallying an 8-9 record with an earned-run-average of 4.12. Sarah Finck has appeared in the most games as a pitcher, compiling a record of 7-15. Catcher Jordan de los Reyes has the most longball for the ’Birds with seven, while batting .349. Romshek, Kaitlyn Knary and Payton Billups are a trio of seniors who will not return next season.

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Redbirds aim for third straight MVFC title

The ISU football team is hoping to continue their recent success and gain another MVFC title next year.

JOSH TOLENTINO Sports Editor

The Illinois State football team has achieved the most success in program history over the last two seasons. The Redbirds have won a share of first place in the Missouri Valley Football Conference in both seasons, and had a birth in the FCS title game in the 2014 season.

ISU, led by head coach Brock Spack, also grabbed a twoseed last year in the playoffs, after posting a 9-2 record in the regular season, with a 7-1 MVFC record. One of those losses was at Iowa, which had a birth in the Rose Bowl after finishing second in the Big 10.

This season, the Redbirds will return hungrier than ever.

Quarterback Tre Roberson and All-American running back Marshaun Coprich will not be back, but Naperville native Jake Kolbe is ready and poised for success.

Kolbe, a 6-foot-three redshirt sophomore got into a few

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games last season and played well. Kolbe led the ’Birds to a victory at home against Northern Iowa in his first start of his career. Kolbe finished last season 26-40 (65.0 percent) and threw for two touchdowns. Kolbe had a pass efficiency of 131.94. In the playoff last against Richmond, Kolbe made a great decision to pull the ball down and run, and ended up in the end zone.

Third-team All-American wide receiver Anthony Warrum returns for his junior season in the fall. Warrum had 15 touchdowns last season, the most by any Redbird receiver in one season. Warrum lead the team with 1,290 yards and caught 58 balls. The Fishers, Ind. native averaged 99.2 yards per game. Warrum also was the teams punt returner, averaging 11.3 yards per return.

On the defensive side, the Redbirds return a couple of key players. One is the senior to be, safety Alec Kocour, who led the team last season with three interceptions. Kocour played

nine games last season before suffering an injury that ended his sophomore year, but still managed to receive an honorable mention selection to the all-conference team. Kocour was tied for fourth on the team with 78 tackles.

Also returning for the Redbirds on defense is Drashane Glass. Glass finished 2015 with 62 tackles and one interception in the playoff win over Western Illinois. Glass also had 1.5 tackles for loss on the season, and recorded eight tackles in the loss at Iowa to open the season.

A mix of some new and some old faces up and down the roster for the Redbirds does not mean the team will not be ready to compete at the same high level as the previous two seasons.

The Redbirds open the season at home at 6 p.m. on September 3 at Hancock Stadium. This season’s schedule also includes a game at a Big 10 opponent. ISU travels to Evanston to play Northwestern in week two of the season.

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If you are moving home for summer break, and move back to McLean County in the fall to a different address, YOU WILL NEED TO RE-REGISTER TO VOTE. You will easily be able to register to vote or change your address for a new voter registration card at our online voter registration link on our website.

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Top Redbirds to watch in 2016-17 Illinois State athletics has seen a great run of success over the past few years that should continue in 2016-17. Here are the top five (okay, six) Redbirds to watch next season.

Owen Miller, Baseball The freshman phenom was a bright spot in an otherwise dismal season for the Redbirds in 2016. Miller showcased power, consistency and run production in his first collegiate season. If he can continue to build on that success and not suffer the dreaded sophomore slump, he will be the most reliedupon bat in ISU’s 2017 lineup.

Jake Kolbe/Anthony Warrum, Football Everyone loves a good two-for-one deal, so the top spot on this list goes to a pair of guys who are about to be one of the best one-two punches in FCS football next season. Kolbe has huge shoes to fill in his first season as the Redbirds’ starting quarterback following Tre Roberson’s two-year stint as signal caller. But luckily for the redshirt sophomore, he will be able to show off his cannon by connecting with one of the best pass catchers in the nation in All-American receiver Warrum. Expect these two to break some records next year as they already showcased plenty of chemistry in spring practice.

MiKyle McIntosh, Basketball As the second-best sports editor here, Josh Tolentino, insists, McIntosh is going to be in the NBA when he graduates in two years. The junior forward from Pickering, Ontario, Canada was inconsistent throughout his sophomore campaign, but when he was clicking he flashed moments of brilliance. During a one-month stint of the MVC season, he tallied four 20-plus-point games. It’s now McIntosh’s show to run with DeVaughn Akoon-Purcell’s graduation. If the ’Birds make it to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1998, McIntosh will be at the center of it all.

Jaelyn Keene, Volleyball

Jordan de los Reyes, Softball

Ms. Consistency since she set foot on campus, Keene has started all 65 matches over her two-year career. The junior has yet to miss a set on her way to earning back-toback First-Team All-MVC selections, including an All-Freshman honor in 2014. With 700 kills, Keene will be one of the most explosive Redbird weapons in 2017.

It was a down year for the Redbirds softball club, but de los Reyes provided a consistent spark in the middle of the order. In her senior season, the catcher will have to continue to provide power, average and leadership from behind the plate. compiled by ZACK CARPENTER | Sports Editor

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