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Western’s food pantry educates about food insecurity
2014 survey finds 59 percent of Western students have faced food insecurity By Sam Dunaway News Editor The minds of Western Oregon University students are often occupied with upcoming exams, social events, and balancing various responsibilities. But for more than half of Western students, food insecurity is also on that list. Food insecurity, as defined by
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the USDA, is “a household-level economic and social condition of limited or uncertain access to adequate food.” A 2016 USDA report stated that 16 percent of households, nearly one in six, experienced food insecurity between 2013-2015. This number is much higher among college students. Food insecurity has tremendous negative effects on the body. According to oregonhunger.org, food
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Bike theft rages through campus Public Safety offers tips on keeping bicycles safe By Sam Dunaway | News Editor Photo by PAUL F. DAVIS
Many Western students are utilizing bicycles this fall to ride to class, complete errands or enjoy the last remnants of sunshine before the rain takes over. But for many students, the
ongoing issue of bike theft on campus leaves them without their only mode of transportation. Seven campus bike thefts have been recorded since the beginning of fall term,
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insecurity is linked to obesity in children and adults, reduced brain activity and often leads to higher risks of chronic health issues. In addition to its harmful impact on physical health, food insecurity can also affect academic achievement in individuals of all ages. A 2014 study, a group effort project done by various Western professors, a Benton County Health Service employee and an Oregon State
University professor, found that students facing food insecurity are more likely to have a lower GPA than those who do not. This issue can have negative effects on an individual’s ability to graduate and reach their career aspirations later in life. The Western Oregon University Food Pantry is one of eight food pantries that serves Polk County residents. Located in the Academic Programs
an unusually high number according to Public Safety Office Manager Angela Barry and Public Safety Officer Jessica Roberts. They have tips for students and staff on keeping bikes safe and reducing the number of bike thefts. First, it’s wise to register the bike with Public Safety. Any individual that will be bringing a bike on campus can take it to the Public Safety office where they will note the serial number of the bicycle and put a registration tag on it. Registration is completely free, and the serial number of the bike will go into the law enforcement data system. “The biggest thing is trying to identify who it belongs to,” explained Roberts. “We’ll see a hundred bikes out there and have no way to figure out who the owner is. It gives you that identification piece and if it does get stolen, then it’s easier to locate the owner.” Second, report the bike theft immediately both on and off campus. Bicycles that are stolen on campus can be taken off campus, so it would be wise to notify the Monmouth Police
Department of the theft in addition to Public Safety. Lastly, keep the bike in a safe area. This includes properly locking it to a bike rack, even for short periods of time. Barry and Roberts suggest investing in a sturdy, metal lock instead of the easily-broken plastic type. If individuals are concerned about leaving bikes unattended, university housing allows students to keep the bikes inside a residence hall room as long as it doesn’t pose a fire hazard. Bike lockers are also an option. Located near APSC, ITC, Bellamy Hall and the old education building, bike lockers provide a safe and reliable alternative to bike racks. Roberts notes, “basically theft comes down to a crime of opportunity; people will see bikes unlocked or easily accessible and it becomes an issue.” Public Safety is open 24/7 for bicycle registration or reports of theft.
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No one should have to pay $300 for a textbook.
Check out the Book Exchange tab on Portal to look through the available books, or sell old textbooks and receive 100 percent of the profit.
Take a study break and go on an outdoor getaway for less than $15; Campus Recreation’s Outdoor Program ventures to places like Silver Falls, Cascade Head Trail and Opal Creek Falls. Find more information at wou.edu/ outdoor.
The Writing Center is a free resource for Western students.
Resources Western students need to take advantage of
The ASWOU Book Exchange has hundreds of textbooks on sale for a reduced price.
Not only do writing tutors assist with class essays, but also job applications, scholarship essays and even blog posts. Make an appointment on the Portal homepage and start writing today.
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Graphing calculators can be an expensive item to only use for one class. Rent a TI-84 graphing calculator at the Wolf Store for a fraction of the price to buy, and keep it all term.
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No car? No problem.
In need of a camping getaway?
Wolf Ride is a completely free service to all Western Oregon University students.
Fee-paying students can rent camping equipment at the Health and Wellness Center for a low daily cost.
Students can get a ride anywhere within Monmouth and Independence from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m. daily.
Having a laptop or tablet in college isn’t necessary, but it can be convenient.
Food insecurity is a serious issue facing a large percentage of college students.
Stay healthy this year with fitness classes at the Health and Wellness Center.
Through Hamersly Library’s equipment borrowing program, students can rent laptops, tablets, digital cameras and more for no fee.
The Food Pantry is located on the second floor of the APSC building and is completely free to use for all students.
The schedule includes spinning, yoga and aqua exercise classes.
Rent tents, sleeping bags, hiking backpacks and snowshoes for less than $4 per day.
Students living on campus can utilize personal computer support from the Residential Computing team. Located in the Residential Service Center, Residential Computing can look at personal computers for viruses, adware and basic tech support.
Fitness classes are free of charge for fee-paying students.
Go to wou.edu/equipment for more information.
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Oregon Contraceptive Care Program provides free services to students By Sam Dunaway | News Editor The CCare program, also known as Oregon Contraceptive Care, returns to Western to offer its services to students free of charge. The program provides free birth control services, emergency contraception, Pap smears, STD testing and health education and counseling to qualifying individuals. To qualify for the CCare program, a person must live in Oregon, be a lawful permanent resident, have a Social Security Number and meet the income requirements found on the Oregon
Health Authority website. Individuals must reapply for the program on an annual basis to continue receiving its services. Benefits from the CCare program are completely free for qualifying students. Various birth control methods are available for students to choose the what’s best for them. Options include pills, condoms, the Depo-Provera shot, a subdermal implant, spermicide and diaphragms. Staff are also hoping to add the contraceptive ring to that list soon. The program provides a one-year supply of birth control. Services not covered by CCare include treatment for bladder infections, pregnancy testing and treatment for STDs, but these services are offered at the Student Health and Counseling Center for a fee. Individuals that do not meet the qualifications for the CCare program
are still able to receive all of the resources that the SHCC provides, and a fee will be charged to the student’s account. SHCC Administrative Assistant Trisha Guy wants to encourage students to take advantage of the new program. “It’s important to everybody to sign up for it that’s eligible. I can’t think of a reason why somebody wouldn’t want it,” said Guy. “Consider it carefully before you turn it down because it’s no cost to you whatsoever and I can’t see a downside to having it… Even if you’re not sure or don’t need it now, there’s nothing wrong with signing up for it now in case you need it later.” The Student Health and Counseling Center is not the only clinic that offers CCare programs; various centers such as Polk County Public Health, Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette and
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Free birth control, STD testing offered at Student Health and Counseling Center
Marion County Health Department also offer the CCare program. Students enrolled in the program on Western’s campus can also receive services from other CCare providers. Call the Student Health and Counseling Center at 503-838-8313 for more information on the Contraceptive Care program.
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Western women’s soccer relinquishes wins Team experiences double loss against Concordia and Saint Martin’s By Zoë Strickland Managing Editor
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Men’s cross country runs to the title, women jog
currently number 12 in the NCAA DII rankings, took home two trophies — their first team title, as well as a firstplace 8,000-meter trophy for senior David Ribich. The team win is the first GNAC Championship win in Western history — it also beat a seven-year winning streak from University of Alaska Anchorage. The Wolves came close to a win 10 years ago, but ultimately ended up in second place. Ribich, currently GNAC Athlete of the Year, won the 8,000-meter with a time of 24:54.82, coming in 0:48.83 seconds in front of Edwin Kangogo from University of Alaska Anchorage. Western junior Dustin Nading placed eighth in the same event with a time of 25:32.76. Wolves Tyler Jones, Parker Marson and Justin Crosswhite came in
Men win first-ever GNAC Championship title, Ribich wins 8,000-meter By Zoë Strickland Managing Editor
On Oct. 21, Wolves cross country headed to Bellingham, Washington to compete in the GNAC Championships. The men’s cross country team, On Nov. 4, the Wolves go head-tohead in the homecoming game against Azusa Pacific. Azusa is currently ranked third in the GNAC with a conference score record of 3-3. The Wolves are ranked fourth, following right behind them at 1-5. Though Western’s history with the Cougars isn’t long, it is torrid. The teams first played each other in 1999, with the Wolves missing the win by a mere four points. The next year, Western creamed Azusa to the sound of 44-14. That was the last time the teams would face each other until 2009, when Western won the battle yet again. Looking at more recent history, Western has lost the past three games
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against Azusa and has lost at home for the past two seasons. When the Wolves played the Cougars on Sept. 30, they lost 17-48. To find out if the Cougars will pounce on the Wolves yet again, or if the Wolves will thrive at home, go to the homecoming game on Nov. 4 at 1 p.m. or read our coverage in issue 6, printing on Nov. 8. Contact the author at journalmanaging@wou.edu
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at 11th, 12th and 13th, rounding out the top 15 spots in the event. The cumulative scores of the men’s team resulted in the 51-point win for the Wolves. Senior Kennedy Rufener took the lead for Western’s women’s cross country, placing seventh in the women’s 6,000-meter run. Rufener finished with a time of 22:07.73. The second Wolf to place was senior Suzanne Van De Grift, who came in 21st with 22:53.51. The Wolves stay in Monmouth for the next cross country event. The NCAA West Regional meet is slated for Nov. 4 at the Ash Creek Preserve. Contact the author at journalmanaging@wou.edu
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Gear up for homecoming by getting background on the competition
Ribich caps off the 8,000 meter win
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Know Your Enemy: Azusa Pacific
goal in the opening two minutes of the game. Alexander had three additional shots throughout the course of the game, all of which were blocked by Saint Martin’s. A goal at the end of the second half by Saint Martin’s senior midfielder Dulce Armas leveled the score 2-2, resulting in overtime. Three minutes into overtime, Saint Martin’s junior midfielder Amber Burbridge scored the winning goal for the team. These losses place Western eighth in the GNAC, with a conference score of 1-7-2. The Wolves are playing their last two games of the season next week; they head to Washington on Oct. 26 to play against Seattle Pacific, and close out the season at home with an Oct. 28 game against Simon Fraser.
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On Oct. 19 and 21, the Wolves’s women’s soccer team played one game on the road and one at home — neither ended favorably for the Wolves. The team headed to Portland, Oregon on Oct. 19 to face Concordia
University, currently ranked second in the GNAC. Concordia got the win in the second half, beating Western 3-0. The first half of the game was left a stalemate, with Western’s defense stealing the show and blocking repeated goal attempts by the Cavaliers. Western sophomore goalie Caitlin Kastelic aided the Wolves with four blocks in the first half. The score was 0-0 going into the second half. Seven minutes into the latter half of the game, Concordia sophomore midfielder Gabrielle Ewing put the team on the board with a goal. The rest of the game saw goals by Concordia junior forward Maddie Misi and defensive player Makenzee Cleveland. On Oct. 21, Saint Martin’s headed to the Western soccer field for a ‘think pink’ game. The game ended with the Wolves losing 1-2 in overtime. The game had a promising start — junior midfielder Dacia Alexander put the Wolves on the scoreboard with a
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SPORTS
Asuza Pacific linemen netted 200 total yards against Wolf defense
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A game of momentum changes tilt in favor of the Jacks By Simson Garcia | Sports Editor
Just before the Wolves football team were able to gain traction on Oct. 21, the Humboldt State University Lumberjacks were swift to put the first points up. Just before the Wolves were given the opportunity to have their prey in the crosshairs, the ‘Jacks were there to elude their momentum. And before the Wolves were able to see a positive outcome in the game result, there were the ‘Jacks chopping down
at the adversarial Wolves to a 42-32 victory. The away action in Arcata, California displayed a balance between such big and even short chops by both teams. Less than four minutes into the game, two big offensive plays for touchdowns by the ‘Jacks would deal the Wolves the first blow, putting them at 14-0. GNAC rushing leader in all-purpose yards, and ‘Jacks senior tailback, Ja’Quan Gardner would be the recipient of one of those touchdowns. But a big play made by the Wolves would swing things their way. A fumble by HSU quarterback Robert Webber, recovered by Wolves redshirt freshman lineman Tayvis Passos, shifted such position. The Wolves’s hunt to get back into the game meant capitalizing on the turnover after a field goal was made. Later in the second quarter, a 90yard punt return for touchdown by
senior wideout Paul Revis amounted to 17 unanswered points and a Wolves lead of 17-14. The game took another swing after the ‘Jacks scored 25 unanswered for a big gap at 35-17. The Wolves fought back valiantly, chipping away at the lead until midway in the fourth quarter where they would cut the deficit to 10 after a goal line-passing touchdown from Wolves senior quarterback Phillip Fenumiai to senior receiver Zack Suarez. The ‘Jacks would prevail in the end, however, with a final score of 42-32. The rematch proved exciting, with GNAC leaders on both ends providing contributions for their teams. Gardner made his runs throughout the game, netting a total of 215 yards on 35 carries. While leading receiver in receptions, Revis would be a key factor catching six for a total of 89 yards including the highlight punt return.
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Fenumiai got his start while the starting quarterback, senior Nick Duckworth, did not play due to injury. Next on tap for the Wolves is opponent Tarleton State where they will look to end a two game slide. The away game will be played on October 28th in Stephenville, Texas. Kick-off is set for 4 p.m. Contact the author at journalsports@ wou.edu Sophomore receiver stymies off defender
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Losing streak for women’s volleyball continues on the road Western loses at Central Washington and at Northwest Nazarene By Riley Buerk | Freelancer
Western’s volleyball team lost two consecutive games on the road: against the Wildcats of Central Washington University and the Crusaders of Northwest Nazarene University. The Wolves traveled to Central Washington on Oct. 19 to go up against the Wildcats. Western kept it close in the first set before losing 25-21. The Wildcats dominated the second set with a score of 25-15; the final score of the match was 3-0 with Central Washington coming out on top. Senior Alisha Bettinson, junior Mariella Vandenkooy and sophomore Jenna Compton finished with seven kills apiece for the Wolves. Bettinson and Vandenkooy each contributed one block as well.
Western started off strong in the first set, jumping up to a 6-1 lead before Central Washington called timeout. The Wolves were in control until the end of the set. After going up 17-14, the Wolves allowed four straight points to the Wildcats. The Wildcats led the rest of the way after going up 20-19. The Wildcats jumped out to quick leads in the second and third sets, going up 5-1 in both sets. They would lead the entire time in both sets. Central Washington junior Shelby Mauritson led the Wildcats with 16 kills and added an ace. Western played at Northwest Nazarene Oct. 21, just two days after facing the Wildcats. The Crusaders are ranked 12th in the nation, so the
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Wolves knew they were in for a tough game. The Crusaders would end up sweeping the Wolves 3-0. The Wolves stayed close for about half of the first set before the Crusaders dominated the rest of the set and won 25-12. Western led for a lot of the second set, and were up 13-8 before the Crusaders scored 17 of the last 20 points and won 25-16. The Wolves got off to a 7-1 start in the third set before letting the Crusaders score seven points in a row to take the lead. The lead went back and forth until they were tied 14-14 and the Crusaders then scored six points in a row and never looked back on their way to sealing the 25-18 victory. Sophomore Katherine Huntington
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led the Wolves with seven kills, and tied with Bettinson and Vandenkooy with two kills each. The Wolves play at home on Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. against Western Washington, on Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. against Simon Fraser and on Oct. 31 against Concordia at 7 p.m. These games all have themes, so make sure you dress accordingly — Oct. 26 is blackout night, Oct. 28 is pink night and Oct. 31 is Halloween night. Contact the author at rbuerk17@wou. edu
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Struggling to plan effectively Insight into my learning process with time management
By Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor
I also make sure to prioritize. For someone like me, everything that I know must be done is of equal importance. However, I’m learning to weigh the pros and cons of each task and figure out what truly must be done first. In the end, if time doesn’t permit me to get to a specific task, I’m learning to understand that it’s okay. My mental health is far more important than any assignment. Managing time is a learning process for me, and an incredibly beneficial one at that. The better I’ve been getting at it, the stronger I feel as a whole. The tactics that I’m teaching myself now are one’s that I will continue to utilize through the rest of my life. What better time to pick up this skill than now?’
Start your morning with vigor While the amount of sleep you get in a night is incredibly important for your health and the quality of your day, the way you choose to get up in the morning is also a large determining factor. It may be easiest to roll over, check your phone and scroll through a newsfeed for 30 minutes, but doing so will cause you to start your day in a
sluggish and dull way. How you choose to start your day will set the precedent for the rest of it. Do yourself a favor; choose to be productive. Turn off that alarm on the first ring, sit up straight, stretch to give your body some energy and get yourself out of bed. Right after waking up is the perfect time to determine what your goals will be for the day. Forcing yourself to think about this early in the morning will allow you to plan ahead and keep that thought in the back of your head when making decisions throughout the day. Additionally, it will motivate you to get a head start by beginning whatever needs to be done that morning. If you’re an early bird, use this time to get your workout for the day done. It may be rough, but you’ll find yourself feeling accomplished and energized for
the rest of the day, allowing you to be more productive overall. If you’re not an early bird, that’s okay, too. Find a morning routine that works for you and stick to it. Perhaps it involves going over your notes and drinking a cup of coffee, or maybe it means using the time to clean your room. Whatever it may be, make sure it will be beneficial to your day. Finding small ways to make your mornings useful to you, your health and your workload will ultimately change the outcome of your entire day. So take advantage of those early hours, and, of course, start your day with a healthy breakfast, giving you the endurance to get your morning started right.
are practically synonymous with homework, stress and extracurriculars. This year, the two happen to fall on the same day. Don’t let this discourage you; this Oct. 31 can still be one for the books, even if parties aren’t involved. This Halloween, you can find yourself discovering new ways to make the holiday just as thrilling as it would be if it fell on a weekend. The best way to get equally fired up is with a classic addition to every All Hallows Eve season — haunted houses. If you have the time, grab a group of friends and head to the Oregon School for the Deaf ’s Nightmare Factory. Though not for the faint-of-heart, the experience will be one you surely won’t forget.
If you want a similar event, but want to stay close to home, head to Independence for a more local haunted house. Located at 35 Northway St., almost anyone can find an hour out of their Tuesday to make their way over for a bone-chilling good time. Still want to be scared but too busy to leave home? A horror movie date with friends is the perfect night in. Bake some Halloween-themed cookies, crowd around any classic scary flick and be prepared to have your heart beat out of your chest at every jump scare. Not one to enjoy scares, but still want to celebrate? Get festive by partaking in the standard Halloween staple, and
carve pumpkins. Anything from classic jack o’ lantern faces to intricate designs can be created — bonus points if you save the seeds and roast them for a sweet or salty treat. While Halloween falling on a Tuesday may seem unfortunate, don’t let it disappoint you. There’s no reason you can’t make the most of it. So grab a bag of candy, throw on that costume anyway and start celebrating.
Ways to avoid waking up on the wrong side of the bed
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Set the tone for your day by starting it off with a cup of tea
How to make the most of Halloween Festive alternatives to parties
By Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor For some college students, Halloween is practically synonymous with dressing up and partying with red Solo cups in hand. Meanwhile, Tuesdays
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I’ve always struggled with finding ways to properly manage my time. Being a full time student, working two jobs and finding breaks to take care of myself and my mental health can be incredibly exhausting; it’s definitely not an easy thing to do. Pairing this with the fact that I’m
also someone who will never leave a job unfinished can often lead to grueling, long nights of stress crying, a lot of complaining and inevitably more procrastinating that only fuels the vicious cycle. With the start of the new school year, I wanted to try as best as I could to avoid making this habit become a serious problem. So, instead of letting it fester as time goes by, I’m trying new techniques that have been significantly easing the workload. To-do lists have become my new best friend. Every week I create a new one, and add to it as each day goes by. Looking at everything I need to get done in an orderly fashion helps my brain envision my plan of attack. Plus, it feels incredibly relieving to be able to cross things off and see the list shrink before your eyes.
Prioritizing daily plans can make your goals more attainable
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upgrading your halloween look How to transform your costume from bore to gore, pain-free By Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor
Can’t think of a costume for Halloween? No problem. What you can’t achieve with your ensemble, you can achieve with special effects makeup. For those who still want to celebrate the holiday without having to don a full look, using these techniques will let you portray a perfectly festive
Halloween appearance or — even better — it can add to whatever costume you already have. While special effects makeup can be on the spendier side, these four simple looks utilize items that you likely already have, or that can be found for very cheap either online or in most
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This look is an easily altered one, because it can be one of two things. Without blood, it will appear to look like rotting flesh, which is an ideal special effect for zombie looks. If you add blood, then it looks like a large, fresh wound. Either one will add up to a horrifying result. To get this look, I used toilet paper, Elmer’s glue, foundation, black eyeshadow, deep purple eyeshadow, a maroon eyeshadow and fake blood. This can be substituted for red food dye and corn syrup. I started by cutting the toilet paper into round shapes about the size I would need for the wound. I then applied a thin layer of glue to my face and pasted four layers of toilet paper on top of each other. While it was still slightly wet, I used tweezers to pull it open from the center. Once it dried, I applied foundation to make it look more natural. Then, I took the black eyeshadow and applied a thin line of it around the outer inside of the wound, to give it depth. Then, I mixed it with the purple color and filled the rest of the wound in with that shade. I took the maroon eyeshadow and shaded the outside of the wound to make it look inflamed. Then, I added fake blood and let it drip down outside of the wound.
Making yourself look dead is an easy way to add flair to any costume. It’s also the basis of many different special effects looks. Zombies, appearing sick or simply being dead, rely on these basic techniques. On top of that, it’s an incredibly simple look to achieve. To get this look, I used a foundation significantly lighter than my skintone, a white eyeshadow and a deep purple eyeshadow. I applied the foundation evenly across my whole face, including on my lips. I then took the purple eyeshadow and applied a copious amount in any areas that should appear sunken in. This included my eye sockets, by my temples, below my cheekbones and on each side of my nose. Then, I made sure to blend each one so that it appeared more natural-looking than sharp lines. Finally, I took the white eyeshadow and used it to make the bonier parts look harsher than they are: down the bridge of my nose and across my cheekbones.
Special effects doesn’t always mean scary. Sometimes, you want to opt for something fun, or at least less gory. Doing a deer look is an incredibly simple way to get the cuteness of a Snapchat filter that you get to wear all night. For this look, I used brown eyeliner, black liquid eyeliner, white eyeliner, light brown eyeshadow and foundation. I started by using the brown liner to create the nose of the deer. Then, draw a line all the way down to your top lip. Fill in the top lip with the brown liner. Also use that liner to add a slight amount under your eye, but not on the waterline. Take the black liquid liner and draw an extended wing that also goes inwards towards the bridge of your nose. Use the foundation to cover your bottom lip, making it appear nude. Take the brown eyeshadow and do a slight contour of your nose. Finally, take the white eyeliner and paint small, filled-in circles on your cheekbones and forehead. To complete this look, I made simple deer ears by cutting out small triangles from a brown paper bag and pasting them to a headband.
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drugstores. So, gather your supplies and get your camera ready. You’re going to want to show off these looks to all of your friends — and potentially terrify them.
diy nose piercing with a pencil This one always leaves people in shock. It’s a little bit harder to do, but the results are worth it. For this one I used a pencil, fake blood, glue, toilet paper, red lipstick and vaseline. Break the pencil in half. On the half with the eraser, take the blunt end and wrap it in toilet paper so that it won’t be so sharp and can be stuck in your nostril without causing harm. With the other end, help it stick to the bridge of your nose by applying glue, and also let the pencil rest against your forehead and stick it there with glue as well. Use the vaseline where it appears that the pencil is bursting through your nose, to make it look like torn flesh. Then, take the red lipstick and, using a light amount, apply to anywhere that should appear bloody or enflamed. Finally, fake blood is a must in this look. Apply it along the pencil, in the nostril and all around your nose.
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Nightmare Factory back in business
Oregon School for the Deaf hosts Nightmare Factory for 30th year
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One can expect terrifying clowns within Mr. Booger’s Funhouse
Those seeking an experience manufactured to scare even the bravest of heart need look no further than the Nightmare Factory at Oregon School for the Deaf. For the last three decades, the Factory has been spooking its victims with ghouls, zombies, monsters and clowns. In particular, one clown has stood out: Mr. Booger. Each year, Mr. Booger straps those brave enough into a wheelchair and takes them for a “Wild Ride” through his funhouse.
zombie. Tags are for the players to keep, and they can re-enter the haunt to play again for a reduced price. For those seeking to be scared to death or who just want to make it out alive, the Nightmare Factory offers intensity levels for everyone. However, for those with heart conditions, seizures and asthma the Nightmare Factory has a special warning; “Fog machines, strobe lights, specialty lights and high startles in use!” For more details or to purchase tickets, visit nightmarefactorysalem. com or call 503-378-3825. Regular admission tickets are $15, VIP tickets — which reduce wait time on busy nights — are $25 and tickets for Mr. Booger’s Wild Ride are $40. Tickets for the Wild Ride must be purchased in advance. Contact the author at journaleditor@ wou.edu
“The Love Bomb” Listen to if: you’re interested in gender identity, sexuality and the interconnectedness of people. “The Love Bomb” is hosted by actor Nico Tortorella, who identifies as a cisgender, sexually fluid bisexual. In this podcast, he interviews people in his life who he loves, has loved or doesn’t love yet. In the purpose of full disclosure, Tortorella uses the word love openly. This is probably the only case wherein I don’t roll my eyes involuntarily at the phrase “in love with love” — Tortorella’s interest and honesty makes it work. “The Love Bomb” delves into the deeper discussions relating to how people identify and what those identities mean to them. The show just concluded its second season, so there are about 40 one-hour episodes to wade through.
“It Makes a Sound” Listen to if: you love fiction and analyzing the power of music. “It Makes a Sound” is a new podcast from Night Vale Presents. Like most of the podcasts in the company’s arsenal, “It Makes a Sound” is a fictionalized serial show that only spans a season of episodes. In this case, “It Makes a Sound” is set to produce nine. Set in the ‘90s, the podcast begins when its fictional host, Deidre Gardner, finds a tape of an unreleased album from the elusive musician, Wim Faros. The podcast follows Gardner as she attempts to solve the mystery of the Wim Faros tape. “It Makes a Sound” is beautiful in the way that it captures what it’s like to truly be a fan of something. Gardner takes you through her journey as she finds the tape, and brings you along as she tries to use music as a way of revitalizing the world around her.
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“Terrible, Thanks for Asking” Listen to if: you want honesty, and you need a good cry. “Terrible, Thanks for Asking” is an emotional show. Hosted by Nora McInery, “Terrible, Thanks for Asking” is a podcast that celebrates the more somber bits of life. McInery is wellversed in those moments; within the span of a few weeks she lost her second child, her husband and her father. “Terrible, Thanks for Asking” stems from those experiences. In the podcast, McInery interviews people about those dark parts of life; the episode themes vary from what it means to be perpetually single in your thirties to what happens when your best friend dies. This podcast is one that can’t help but breed empathy for every situation, even for people who may be hesitant about whether or not they will be able to relate to what’s discussed.
The Nightmare Factory website advertises that “this insane ride of your life includes many years of terrifying flashbacks! Great birthday gift for that special someone! Not for the faint of heart or people with weak knee syndrome!” For those eager for a thrill, but not thrilled by the prospect of being wheeled around by a clown, there is another option to enhance the experience of the Nightmare Factory: Z-Tag. For $10 in addition to admission, haunt-goers can purchase an “infection detector” which will allow them to partake in a modified version of tag. As explained on the Nightmare Factory website, “Human players start out with a green tag and must survive by avoiding zombies and finding health kits or a healer … Zombies have red tags and seek out humans, Infection happens when a zombie player’s badge gets within 3 feet of a human player’s badge.” The infected human must then find a health kit within a certain amount of time or they, too, will become a
Four podcasts to satiate the quiet moments in your life By Zoë Strickland | Managing Editor
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“Still Processing” Listen to if: you want to stay informed and intersectional. “Still Processing” is a show put on by The New York Times that primarily deals with the intersections between culture and race. Co-hosted by culture writers Wesley Morris and Jenna Wortham, the podcast has interviewed RuPaul to talk about the Emmy’s, analyzed the implications of the show “Girls” and, most recently, discussed the sexual harassment allegations against Harvey Weinstein. Though the topics discussed on “Still Processing” may not be new ones, both Morris and Wortham bring a sharp-witted perspective to the table. “Still Processing” is a show that forces listeners to think about their actions and the media they consume. “Still Processing” just wrapped up their most recent season, but has 53 episodes that are up and available for your listening pleasure.
ENTERTAINMENT Scream yourself silly My top five horrorcomedies for those looking for a spooky laugh By Darien Campo | Designer I am an avid fan of horror-comedy, but I can be picky about this genre. Usually because most films turn out to be little more than “comedies with gore” (e.g. Tucker and Dale Vs. Evil.) In this list, I’ve put together what I think are the five best films that perfectly straddle the line between shocking terror and gut-wrenching laughter.
5. The Frighteners
Just five years before Fellowship of the Ring hit theatres, Peter Jackson directed “The Frighteners;” a film starring Michael J. Fox as Frank Bannister, a conman who uses his ability to communicate with ghosts to trick people into thinking he’s an exorcist. “The Frighteners” is an enthralling mystery that weaves Bannister’s con artistry, his uncertain past, a terrifying mass murder and a mysterious string of deaths caused by an unknown assailant.
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Indie game “Little Nightmares” combines the spooky and playful, creating a unique gaming experience By Jade Rayner | Copy Editor
4. Cabin in the Woods
Drew Goddard, writer of “Cloverfield,” “The Martian,” and the upcoming “Deadpool 2” made his directorial debut with “Cabin in the Woods” — a film he wrote with nerdculture icon Joss Whedon. “Cabin in the Woods” is a great deconstruction of all the horror tropes and characters we know so well. It subverts the genre in surprising ways, while still paying homage to and celebrating the gory heritage we all know and love. “Cabin in the Woods” is frighteningly original and shockingly funny.
3. American Psycho
Bret Easton Ellis’s novel of the same name can be a difficult read. Those not used to such violent fiction can easily see it as a fetishization of murder and sexual violence, but the decision to have the film helmed by female director Mary Harron helped turn it into a violently hilarious parody of 1980’s greed and narcissism. Christian Bale delivers one of his finest performances as the utterly psychotic Patrick Bateman: a self-obsessed desperate-toimpress yuppie by day, deranged serial killer pop-music aficionado by night.
2. Bubba Ho-Tep
B-movie king Bruce Campbell stars as Elvis Presley, years after he faked his death and now resides in a nursing home with a black man who claims would. Although the beginning sets the scene differently, most of the game is well-lit and the monsters aren’t very difficult to escape, especially if you died once and have been able to see their movements. The first level is by far the most difficult, but you will be rewarded if you choose to make it throught the whole game. There’s something for everyone within The Maw. Childlike playfulness
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If you’ve ever wondered what it would look like to combine the style of Tim Burton with the adventure and covert horror of Hayao Miyazaki’s “Spirited Away” — “Little Nightmares” is here to deliver. “Little Nightmares,” a side-scroller suspense-adventure game by Tarsier Studios, was released on April 27 and is perfect for getting in a spooky mindset for Halloween. The game centers around Six, a small child trying to find their way out of The Maw, a cruise ship full of large, grotesque characters that will eat Six if they get the chance. Much like the “Amnesia” games, the monsters must be ran from rather than fought, with a few exceptions. “Little
Nightmares” also shares similarities with Playdead’s “Limbo” in that they are both side-scrollers which focus on a child protagonist, and puzzle-solving is needed to travel through the game. I would say a big pro and con for this game is how accessible it is for a wide range of gamers and non-gamers alike. Being one of the worst gamers I know, I obviously died at least 40 times over the course of this fairly-short game,
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and I’m sure that is missing a good handful of them. However, for those well seasoned at gaming, it might not pose the same challenge that “Limbo”
and imagination is encouraged while the player learns to navigate the mousesized Six around the massive rooms in The Maw. Once the monsters come
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to be John F. Kennedy. Together the two must face off against an ancient Egyptian mummy that is now feeding off the souls of the weak retirement home residents. Based on a novel by Joe R. Lansdale and directed by Don Coscarelli (“Phantasm,” “John Dies at the End”). “Bubba Ho-Tep” is – well, I don’t even know what else to say, if that all doesn’t reel you in then you’re a lost cause.
1. Evil Dead II
While the original “Evil Dead” is a campy misstep of a horror film by a group of novice filmmakers, and “Army of Darkness” is a straight-up comedy, the middle film “Evil Dead II” is the movie that I believe perfectly strikes a balance between fear and farce. “Evil Dead II” is a film that is equally inspired by the gore and horror of “Friday the 13th,” as it is by the outrageous slapstick of The Three Stooges. Bruce Campbell is at his peak as Ash Williams, S-Mart housewares clerk and demon-slayer. This movie is fast, fun and full of atmosphere. If you’re a fan of the recent Showtime series or terrific reboot, it’s well worth checking out the franchise’s roots here. It’s one of my favorite films, and I cannot recommend it enough. Contact the author at dcampo13@wou. edu out, horror fans are presented with fast-paced suspense, but it’s never too much to handle. For those sticklers like myself who demand an aesthetically pleasing design in their entertainment, there are no disappointments. I cannot stress enough how beautiful and unique a world Tarsier Studios created. My recommendation is this: drop whatever game, Netflix series or memoir you’re working on, and do yourself a favor by immersing yourself in the world of “Little Nightmares.” It’s not a big time commitment considering it only took me — a “noob” of a gamer — a total of four or five hours to complete. Throughout the journey of completing this game, I felt both emotionally and physically frustrated, angry, excited, sad and in love for a variety of reasons. No other game has ever sparked as visceral of a response from me as “Little Nightmares,” and if that doesn’t intrigue you, nothing will. “Little Nightmares” is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Microsoft Windows through Steam. Contact the author at journalcopy@ wou.edu
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Wanna hear something spooky? You left your bedroom light on and that electric bill is gonna be through the roof. Ooga booga!
Lions once roamed the whole world. You know what’s really scary, Leo? Population decline. So have a great day!
Don’t let your independent personality get the best of you this Halloween, Sagittarius. The one that breaks off from the group is always the first to die.
There is no such thing as bad pumpkin carving, only dull carving knives and high standards. But if all else fails, wait outside on Halloween and make a wish to the Great Pumpkin for better knives next year.
The scariest scare of them all will occur when you look at your loan statement, Virgo. Heed the warning of the stars — save the finances for the month before you graduate.
If people were candy, Capricorn, you’d be candy corn.
Just remember everything horror films have taught you and you should be fine, Gemini. No one’s original anymore.
Libra, for the sake of all that is spooky, do not dress as a clown this year. You may think it’s a good idea and you may think it’s topically relevant, but we assure you that it is not.
The scariest thing in your life is going to be your midterm grades if you don’t get to studying, Aquarius.
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The most frightening thing in this world is when you realize that it is not the void beyond that you should fear, but instead the void inside that you can never escape. And SPOO-OOKY skeletons, too!
Pro-tip, Scorpio — buy bunches of candy for trick-or-treaters, but be sure to turn off your porch light. Then proceed to gorge yourself on sweet treats.
The stars are warning you to be cautious around lakes, toilets, or any signs of water, Pisces. It’s that time of year where spirits roam, and as much as you’d like to think otherwise, those fish you had to flush during new student week might not be at peace yet.
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What not to wear this Halloween
By Caity Healy | Lifestyle Editor With Halloween just around the corner, it’s time to talk about a topic that has had increasingly more light shed upon it, and for a good reason: cultural appropriation. While the holiday certainly allows you to dress up as somebody you aren’t for a night, that doesn’t mean it’s okay to adopt another culture’s ensemble simply to make a costume out of it. For those who are unaware, cultural appropriation, in its most basic definition, means to borrow bits and pieces of a culture that isn’t your own. However, it’s much more than that. It involves stealing those aspects from groups that have been oppressed and criticized for practicing those exact cultures. Privileged groups take from the culture as they please and use it for
whatever reason they deem necessary. In the scenario of Halloween, it’s often used as way to make it “cute,” or simply to ridicule it. For as long as I can remember, I’ve seen numerous costumes that have practiced this offensive style, and have always gotten away with it. Exaggerated costumes depicting stereotypes of Native Americans, Mexicans, geishas, Rastas and Day of the Dead-inspired ensembles are among the many culturally insensitive costumes that I have seen. Don’t let this slide anymore. It’s 2017. People know what is and what is not offensive to wear as a Johnny Depp offensively depicts a Native American character in “The Lone Ranger” costume. If you have to ask yourself “is this offensive?” odds are, it probably is. pulled “Moana” costumes from shelves isn’t funny, and it won’t be tolerated. Opt for something that you know won’t as it was brought to their attention I promise, there’s a costume out there have any negative implications. The that it was offensive, and promoted for you that you will love, and it doesn’t number of costumes that would cause the use of “brownface.” While people have to exploit another’s culture for no controversy are literally endless — admit the intentions were clearly not your personal gain. just pick any one of those. negative, the outcome could’ve been. Speak up if you see another person Therefore, Disney apologized and Contact the author at chealy16@wou. wearing something offensive. You don’t stopped releasing the costume. edu have to cause a scene, but let them When picking your costume this know that it isn’t okay. Using your year, just keep other cultures in mind. voice is an incredibly effective method There’s absolutely no reason that you to spark change. This year, Disney need to be offensive or insensitive. It
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“Probably nothing, I’m a lazy man.” Jamari Gilbert, first-year computer science major
“I am dressing up as a gumball machine.” Kelsie Upton, junior sociology major
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What are you dressing up as for Halloween?
“I haven’t decided: as Jesus Christ or a ninja turtle.”
“I think I’m going to be Eleven from ‘Stranger Things.’” Kara Vanderzanden, first-year psychology major
Javier Garcia, senior business major
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Food Pantry Continued from page 2 and Support Center, the pantry aims to provide nutritious food to the Monmouth community from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Food Pantry Director Ashley Biles wants to support students that may be facing food insecurity. “It’s a very prevalent issue … it’s a very large percentage of students. You’re not alone. There’s a lot of people going through this, and we’re here to support you.” The Food Pantry holds various events throughout the year to educate the community about food insecurity and available resources. A passive display on Oct. 16 informed students about World Food Day and hunger,
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and a Pumpkins for People event in the Werner University Center on Oct. 24 traded pumpkins for monetary or nonperishable food items for the pantry. Biles encourages students and community members to visit the pantry if they are experiencing food insecurity. “It’s all confidential,” Biles explained. “Some food pantries you have to give your name or identification. But in our food pantry, you can come in and pick that food that you need or want, weigh it, and then answer a few questions, so it’s all confidential.” For questions about the food pantry or becoming a volunteer, contact foodpantryvolunteers@wou.edu. Contact the author at journalnews@ wou.edu
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