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occer stays undefeated at home, building onto their win streak after defeating Simon Fraser and Western Washington. With just four games left, the Wolves are still in the hunt for a playoff spot. Western took on Simon Fraser Thursday, Oct. 17, looking to bounce back after their draw with Northwest Nazarene Oct.12. Freshman midfielder Kealakekua Makekau and sophomore midfielder Makana Pundyke were both able to find a goal, while Western’s great defensive play was able to keep Simon Fraser at zero. The win was Western’s ninth shutout of the season, breaking a 14-year-old school record. The Lady Wolves also remained undefeated at home while also posting shutouts in every game in Monmouth up to that point. “Playing at home is much better than playing on the road,” said senior defender Becca Hoiland. “When we are home, we get to play on our field with all of our fans behind us, and it is always more fun when the crowd is behind you cheering for you. For some reason the atmosphere changes when we are home. It is special. We always expect a good game and we never want to lose on our field.” Western’s home win streak would be tested as the undefeated and number-tworanked Vikings of Western Washington University came into Monmouth Oct.19. The crowd was large and the team was fired up to play such a big opponent.

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OPINION

Miley Cyrus: A Role Model in Disguise

SPORTS

Ruby Wins Challenger Cup

ENTERTAINMENT

Halloween: Coming to a Town Near You

Editorial

Opinion

October 23, 2013

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After recently witnessing near-collisions between cyclists and automobiles on campus and in town, we felt it was time to provide some bike safety education for Western students. Crash data on Oregon.gov shows 962 bikerelated car crashes in Oregon in 2011. A steady increase can be seen since the reported 666 crashes in 2007. With cycling being a popular mode of transportation in Monmouth, it is to important brush up on safety tips. When riding on the street, make sure you are moving in the same direction as traffic. Obey stop signs and stop lights. When turning or stopping, signal the direction with arm movements: down means stopping, out means left turn and up means right turn. Make sure your brakes are adjusted properly so that sudden stops, if necessary, are manageable. As for attire, wear bright, easy-to-see colors and reflective gear when riding at night. State law requires a white light on the front of the bicycle that is visible from at least 500 feet away. Also required by state law is a red reflector or light located on the back of the bike, visible to an approaching car from at least 600 feet away. Take into account where it is acceptable to ride on a sidewalk. The City of Monmouth’s Code Book states under section 52.110, that the operation of bicycles, skateboards and rollerblades is prohibited on sidewalks in the business district. The business district is defined as the stretch Main Street between Monmouth Avenue and Pacific Highway 99W.

These modes of transportation are authorized on campus for affiliated students, faculty and staff. Cycling, rollerblading, skateboarding or longboarding are tolerated on “sidewalks, entryways, patios, alleys, streets, parking lots, tennis courts, or common areas frequented by pedestrians, automobiles or other foot traffic,” as listed on Public safety’s website. City code also indicates a maximum of 10 miles per hour on bike paths. Bike paths include roads, bike lanes, walkways and anywhere else bike use is authorized. Public Safety encourages a walk pace when riding through campus on paths other than roads. Public Safety Officer Mike Hanson identified the Main Street and Monmouth Avenue intersection as a high-traffic area around midday. He added that all campus intersections might have high travel volumes at certain times of the day. At the start of the school year, this city goes from a ghost town to having street constantly lined with cars. Ride cautiously and keep in mind that it is easier for drivers to see other cars than cyclists. Cyclists should engage in defensive riding and stay on alert for pedestrians and cars. In order to make a safer environment for all forms of traffic, we need to share the road and campus sidewalks. Finally, although in Oregon it is only required for 16-year-olds, wear a helmet for good measure. Protect those scholarly brains.

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Opinion Miley Cyrus: Role Model in Disguise October 23, 2013

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hort, blond hair. Age 20. 14.8 million Twitter followers. Foam finger. Tongue. Teddy bears. Twerking. Can’t stop. Won’t stop. Combine all these elements and the end product is a concoction we all know as Miley Cyrus. We have come to know her as a Disney-star-gone-wild who shows no signs of settling down any time soon. I’ve heard it all before: “I like her music but I don’t like her.” You either love her or hate her. There’s not much in-between. Her morals are questionable at best, but I believe there’s a method behind the madness. Although many parents would beg to differ, I believe Cyrus is a great role model. Her admirable work ethic, insane confidence level, and individuality are all qualities that I believe encompass a 21st-century heroine. She deserves to be recognized as talented young lady instead of yet another fallen Disney star that can’t be tamed Cyrus is the farthest anyone can get from average. You are looking at a woman who has been working in the entertainment industry since she was eight years old. Many of us didn’t even know how to multiply when we were that age, let alone know what we wanted to be when we grew up (some of us still have no clue). At the age of 20, she has already accomplished what many commit their whole lives to achieve (See achievements box to the right). And yes her list of achievements and awards list is so extensive that there’s a separate section for it. Her profuse amount of awards is heavily reflective of her career ambition. Her work ethic and goalsetting and achieving abilities are remarkable, to say the least. As a result, the standards she sets for herself are reached and surpassed tenfold. Like all of us, Cyrus is, in the most basic of terms, growing up. Unlike all of us, her maturing process is under the microscopic lens of the media and her millions of fans. In order to abandon her adolescent image, change came in the form of a short, blond, edgy haircut. The

haircut was pivotal in the new Cyrus we see today and became symbolic of the departure from her childhood persona, Hannah Montana, behind. Her haircut encouraged her new unapologetic attitude and self-expressive style. Her performance at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards quickly became the subject for endless media coverage and resulted in 306,000 tweets per minute, which is more than the Superbowl and it’s blackout, according to a tweet from Cyrus. Cyrus stated that her performance was going to be “even crazier” than the Madonna-and-Britney kiss at the 2003 VMAs. On a side note, did anyone even notice that Lady Gaga was wearing a thong for the entirety of the show? Probably not after Cyrus’ performance, which was exactly Cyrus’ point. When you’re as big of a star as Cyrus, there’s no such thing as bad publicity. Hence her statement, “All press is good press.” However, she chooses not to listen to all the noise and the negative comments made about her because they are not constructive and do not contribute to her endeavor to become a “better” artist. Contrary to popular belief, Cyrus’ performance with Robin Thicke is nothing we haven’t seen before from a number of other celebrities. What makes her any different from Madonna, Britney Spears or Rihanna? It’s the fact that she was introduced to us all as “Hannah Montana” on Disney Channel. Cyrus believes her most recent album, BANGERZ, is the first time she’s truly allowed to be herself. As a child, she describes herself as conforming to what she thought she was supposed to do. Miley acknowledges that everyone has their own opinion about what she should be doing and who she should be working with, which she rarely takes into account. Cyrus knows what she wants and has devised a plan to achieve it, as discussed in her MTV documentary “Miley: The Movement”; she says that she’s at a point in her career where she’s exactly where she wants to be. Most importantly, Cyrus is confident in her work, happy and inspired to achieve more. She’s empowering, independent, and hungry for more. She is not a role model that most adults would respond well to and definitely knows that. For someone can’t legally consume an alcoholic beverage yet, her success rate is immeasurable and will only continue to climb (pun intended). Essentially, what I’m trying to say is that Cyrus’ tremendous talent and aspirations should not be overshadowed by her tongue-sticking and twerking abilities. If everyone could stray from their myopic perception of what defines a role model, then maybe everyone could recognize that Cyrus qualifies in more ways than one.

Miley’s Achievements (thus far) American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) Pop Music Awards “The Climb” wins Most Performed Song (2010) Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) Awards “See You Again” wins Winning Song (2008) Billboard Mid-Year Awards • Best Style and Best Comeback (2013) • “We Can’t Stop” wins Best Music Video (2013) Billboard Touring Awards Breakthrough Act (2008) City of Hope Special Award (2009) German Bravo Otto • Favorite TV Actress: Gold Otto and Favorite Actress: Silver Otto (2009) • Best Movie Star: Gold Otto (2010) Global Action Youth Leadership Award (2011) Gracie Allen Awards “Hannah Montana” wins Outstanding Female Lead in a Comedy Series (2008, 2009) Kids’ Choice Awards • “Hannah Montana” wins Favorite TV actress (2007) • Favorite Female Singer (2008, 2009) • Favorite Movie Actress (2010, 2011) Nickelodeon Australian Kids’ Choice Awards • Fave International Singer and Fave International TV Star (2008) • Fave Movie Star and Fave Kiss in for her leading role in “The Last Song” (2010) Nickelodeon UK Kids’ Choice Awards “Hannah Montana” wins Favorite Female TV Star (2008) Make-a-Wish Foundation Special Award (2012) MuchMusic Video Awards “Party in the U.S.A.” wins Best International Artist Video (2010) MTV Movie Awards “The Climb” wins Best Song From A Movie (2009) People’s Choice Awards Favorite Breakout Movie Actress (2010) Teen Choice Awards • “Hannah Montana” wins Choice TV Actress: Comedy (2007, 2008, 2009) • Choice Summer Artist Award (2007) • Choice Music: Female Artist Award (2008) • “Before the Storm” wins Choice Summer: Single (2009) • “Hannah Montana: The Movie” wins Choice Movie Actress: Movie/Dance and Choice Movie Hissy Fit (2009) • “The Climb” wins Choice Music: Single (2009) • “The Last Song” wins Choice Movie Actress: Drama and Choice Movie Hissy Fit (2010) • Choice Fashion: Celebrity Fashion Line (2010) • “When I Look At You” wins Choice Music: Love Song (2010) • Female Hottie and Fashion Icon Female (2012) • Candie’s Fashion Trendsetter (2013) • “We Can’t Stop” wins Choice Summer: Song (2013) • Scene Stealer: Female in her “Two and a Half Men” guest appearance (2013) Radio Disney Music Awards • “I Got Nerve” wins Best Song to Listen to While Getting Ready for School (2006) • “The Best of Both Worlds” wins Best Song and Best Song to Put on Repeat (2006) • Best New Artist, Best Female Singer, Favorite TV Star Who Sings, and Most Stylish Singer (2006) Virgin Media Music Awards “Can’t Be Tamed” wins Best Video (2010) VEVO Certified Awards • “Party in the U.S.A.”, “The Climb”, “7 Things”, “Can’t Be Tamed” reach 100,000,000 Views (2012) • “We Can’t Stop” and “Wrecking Ball” reach 100,000,000 views (2013) VEVO Certified: The Most Watched Music Video in a day • “We Can’t Stop” with 10,700,000 views (2013) • “Wrecking Ball” with 19,300,000 views (2013)

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This picture of Miley Cyrus comes from her racy photoshoot with Terry Richardson, who is known for his provocative photos of celebrities and models alike. Fun fact: This picture is also Haunani’s current desktop wallpaper.

Young Artist Award “Hannah Montana” wins Best Performance in a TV Series: Leading Young Actress (2008)

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October 23, 2013

Visitors view a memorial to Ed Wright at the dedication of the new Computing Sciences Center.

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A Celebration of Life and Learning: Dedication of the Wright Center Allison Opson Clement | News Editor The two-year, $1.3-million renovation in the Instructional Technology Center (ITC) resulting in the Edward B. Wright Center for Computing Sciences was dedicated by his coworkers, friends and family last Thursday, Oct. 17. Western’s computer science program was created by Wright. He played a key role in the ITC’s conversion to accommodate the program as it is today. “I’m touched with your presence,” Marge Wright said to the assembly who stood to honor her husband and immortalize him in the Wright Center. “He was a man of two worlds: the natural world and the technology world,” said the Wrights’ daughter, Mary Jo Brock. “He was always moving forward.” Senator Frank Morse also spoke on behalf of his longtime friend and former policy advisor, drawing attention to the inscription above the ITC’s doors, which reads, “He who dares teach must never cease to learn.” “[The quote] is very important because it’s perfect for him,” the senator said. “Ed was a student, a student in every way.” “He was a born teacher,” said Linda Lees, an old friend of Wright’s. “That’s what this is all about, is learning,” Morse said.

“If Ed could be here he would be so delighted.” Morse said that he and Wright were closer than brothers, “enjoying the same life experiences.” David Olson presided over the dedication ceremony following the open-house viewing. “I’m sure we could each start telling stories and we would be here for four weeks,” Olson said. “Ed was always big on hiring people we knew,” Olson said of the several attendees to whom Wright had given jobs. Pastor Evans recited a prayer, asking a blessing on those gathered to pay tribute to Wright. “Ed was one of faith,” Evans said. Attendees were provided with information cards that detailed the goals and functions of the Edward B. Wright Scholarship Endowment, created by the senator and his wife, Linda Morse. Scholarships will be awarded from the returns on investments that the Western Oregon Foundation Board will make using charitable contributions. “It’s a way for us to be connected with Ed through time,” said Olson.

“WOU & You”: Photo Contest Seeks Campus Perspective

Four judges, staff and faculty members with photography backgrounds, are returning from last term’s contest. The criteria that the judges will use to pick the winning picture include creativity, photo composition and originality. No cellphone shots will be admitted; images must be digital film only. “There is a different perspective for non-trad students,” said Bruno. “They’re here to learn, not socialize.” She says non-traditional students include, essentially, anyone who didn’t come here straight from high school; they may have families, they may be returning after a scholastic hiatus or they may simply have transferred from a different college. “I want the non-trad community to be more prominent on campus,” Bruno said. “I’m getting the program out there.” A trend for non-traditional students has grown in the last few years: people who get laid off increasingly choose to return to school. With higher education, they stand a better chance of getting not just another job, but the “right” job for them. “It’s a story that everybody’s going through,” Bruno said. There are two non-traditional student lounges on campus, found in the Werner Center and in Todd Hall across Church Street. “People should know about it,” says Bruno. Bruno says that it would be nice if traditional students who use the lounges would pitch in from time

Allison Opson Clement | News Editor The “WOU & You” photo contest is a fundraiser for the non-traditional (or “non-trad”) students program and is accepting submissions until 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 11. The contest is open to anyone on campus, and participants must submit photos taken of campus. Jo Bruno is the coordinator and creator of the contest. She wants to know “what WOU means to them as an individual;” the contest is meant to get the “individual’s perspective on campus.” “Whatever they feel will portray their personality,” Bruno said. “I want to know people on a personal level.” “Do what you do,” said Bruno. She says she’s thinking more about the academic side of campus life. “What don’t we know about each other?” Bruno asked. “Let’s share the experience [of schooling at Western].”

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A plaque on the wall of the new Computing Services Center provides highlights of its namesake’s life.

to time; a few dollars would help, for soap by the sink and other simple supplies. Last term’s “Spring Into WOU,” the first photo contest Bruno organized, wasn’t a huge success. Bruno estimates that last year they raised about seven dollars and then split that prize money with the winner. Nevertheless, it was a good experience, and she hopes that this term’s “WOU & You” will be a bigger hit. “Money is not the goal. Money is far from the goal,” Bruno said. “I was able to just run with [the photography contest idea]. My supervisor completely supported me.” This is Bruno’s second year as a peer advisor, serving as a liaison between non-traditional students and faculty and staff. A peer advisor is similar to a peer mentor, which most traditional students are familiar with from their early days at Western. “I have the knowledge for the students who don’t have that knowledge,” Bruno said. When she graduates this year, the position will be open. Applications should be available this winter. Regardless of the contest’s outcome, Bruno wants to raise awareness of the non-traditional student community. “Everybody has a story,” she said. For more information, including contest details and an application form, contact Jo Bruno at nontrad@wou.edu or look up “WOU Non-Traditional Students” on Facebook.

October 23, 2013

Education Club Looking to Build Community Allison Opson Clement | News Editor Dr. Alicia Wenzel says that Education Club is designed to introduce students to the professional student organization of ASCD (formerly called the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development), and show people the benefits of membership. Western’s ASCD-Education Club (commonly called the Ed Club) represents the student chapter of the nationwide ASCD. Wenzel is one of four faculty advisors for Ed Club. Her role in the group is to help narrow topics and activities, coordinate timing and help with anything else the group needs. Providing professional development for future educators is a key goal of the group, according to President Sarah Schweiger of Ed Club; she says it’s about “students coming together.” “We want to meet the needs of our students, of our members,” said Tia Maslen, vice president of Ed Club. Maslen says that during her freshman year, she didn’t really know how to get involved. Back then, she says, Ed Club didn’t seem that organized, and she was overwhelmed. Schweiger says that Ed Club is better organized now. “It’s still fun to be a part of,” said new member Courtney Daniel. There are many benefits to joining the club. For example, Schweiger said that last year’s members were able to meet Dr. Maya Angelou at a conferences. “By going to these conferences, you make connections and you can get a job,” Maslen said.

Members get a subscription to Educational Leadership magazine. The magazine is current and applicable, “written in a way that’s inviting to laypeople,” said Holly Eckles, adjunct instructor at the College of Education. According to Schweiger, the club has an important practical application. “It got me more prepared for what the program realistically is,” Schweiger said. “I thought it was a pretty good turnout,” Wenzel said of last week’s Education Night, Oct. 16. (See “Professors Raise Awareness,” right.) A lot of work was put into mustering the group that gathered for Ed Night. Besides the website, said Wenzel, fliers and board notices were put up, and emails were sent to all students. Wenzel, along with other staff, helped spread the word to students. “We want [the students] to see that we’re there for them,” said Maslen. There are several activities in the works to further raise Tia Maslen awareness: Wenzel ED CLUB VICE PRESIDENT is playing with the idea of an adult Easter egg hunt. Wenzel is one of three new advisers joining interim Dean Mark Girod, the other two being Eckles and early childhood specialist Dr. Cindy Ryan. “They have a lot of great ideas that we are working on,” said Schweiger of these advisers. Because many meetings are attended only by club officers, there is a general consensus that more committed members are needed, though anyone is welcome to attend any meeting or event. Upcoming events include “Teach Like a Pirate” Nov. 13 and the Annual Pre-Service Teacher Conference Feb. 14.

“We want [the students] to see that we’re there for them.”

Shannen Brouner | Photo Freelancer Student attendees hear about Western’s education programs at Ed Night.

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Professors Raise Awareness Allison Opson Clement | News Editor Several teachers introduced themselves and their specialties at Education Night (Ed Night) Wednesday, Oct. 16. The Ed Night event gathered together several professors of the College of Education to share a little about their jobs and raise awareness for the ASCD-Education Club (see “Ed Club Looking to Build Community”). “Never in my life have I had a job better than being a classroom teacher,” said Mark Girod, interim dean of the College of Education. “You get to close your door and create the world.” “It’s a blast,” said Holly Eckles, an adjunct assistant professor at the College of Education. “Being here is tons of fun.” “Everyone’s always been so welcoming,” Eckles said. According to her, everyone is open-minded and always willing to help out. Adjunct Instructor and Undergraduate Adviser Andrea Carano’s presentation was about how to apply. The program is three terms long, starting in fall and spring, and applications must be submitted two terms before starting in winter and fall, respectively. Common coursework must be completed before starting, including basic graduation and major requirements and the optional ESOL or other bilingual endorsements. Additionally, applicants must submit their passing grades for the Basic Skills Test and the Civil Rights Test, and maintain a minimum 2.75 overall GPA and a 3.0 in all education classes. They must also complete 30 hours of work with youth and 30 hours of work in the classroom, providing letters of documentation with both. Carmen Cáceda of the bilingual program and assistant professor at the College of Education, presented the ESOL / Bilingual Teacher Program. These are two additions to a teaching license; the ESOL is specifically for Spanish, but other languages may be used for the bilingual program. Students must either take six credits of upper-division language or pass the National Evaluation Series (NES) language exams in order to meet the language requirement. Study-abroad opportunities in Querétaro, Mexico may count for that credit instead. Substantial financial support may be available for this option, including travel cost reimbursement. Girod commented on the influence bilingualism can have on hiring opportunities. Last year, the Salem-Keiser school district’s representatives only spoke in Spanish in interviews. “If you [could] carry on a conversation in Spanish, they offered our students contracts right on the spot,” Girod said. “It’s a good time to be a teacher. The market is turning,” Girod said. “Be a member of the community and I guarantee good things will happen.” Although this style of interview is unusual, it demonstrates the impact of and need for teachers fluent in more than one language. In addition to the undergraduate programs offered by the College of Education, there are also opportunities for those waiting to enter the teaching college until after they have their bachelor’s degree. Bill Hamlin, the graduate program assistant, presented a variety of programs that differ from the traditionally focused standard program. The master’s program can be done at an individual’s own pace even while they are still working. There are many choices for students interested in becoming teachers. Visit the College of Education in person or online for further details: http://wou.edu/education/

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Sports

October 23, 2013

Soccer from Front Page

In their previous matchup, Western traveled to Bellingham, Wash. only to be shut out 2-0. “[Western Washington] is a talented team, but we were ready to play,” said head coach Steve Ancheta. “I was proud of the team for working hard for 90 minutes.” Defense was once again the story for Western, as shots were tough to come by for both teams. Western Washington led in the category with seven shots taken against junior goalkeeper Amanda Rose Johnson, while Western was only able to muster two shots. Fortunately for the Wolves, it takes only one shot to score which came from freshman midfielder Mariah Konyn in the minute 43 of the first half. In the last 10 minutes of the game Western was still clinging to a 1-0 lead while Western Washington pushed hard for the tying goal. “We brought a lot of heart,” said Johnson. “The team did not stop until the very end.” The game finished in thrilling fashion, as the Wolves were able to play good enough defense to force a very tough shot for the Vikings with only three seconds left, which missed wide-right as the game clock expired, giving Western the win in one of the biggest upsets of the season. With the shutout against both Simon Fraser and Western Washington, the Wolves upped the school shutout record to 10 with four more games still to be played. “We knew it was going to be a challenge, but we had to be relaxed or [we would] overthink it too much,” Konyn said after the game The win over Western Washington was huge for the Wolves, now heading into their next game at home against Central Washington University Oct. 24 looking to extend their five-game home winning streak.

Volleyball Breaks Even Away From Monmouth Rachel Shelley | Freelancer

Volleyball traveled last week to match up against two conference teams, Seattle Pacific and Montana State Billings, in two tough road contests. The Wolves matched up against the Seattle Pacific Falcons in Washington Thursday, Oct.17 in a five-set match ending with a 2-3 loss. The Falcons, with a 3-1 record at home, finished with a .174 attack percentage while Western finished with .173. The match saw 30 ties and 11 lead changes, with 16 ties and 11 lead changes in the first set. “We need to make sure our serving is tough and our offense can put balls away,” said junior setter Jordin Ramos. Junior opposite hitter Hannah Deede and senior middle blocker Krissi Kemper both had 12 kills, while Kemper finished with a .526 hitting percentage. Ramos put up a double-double with 23 assists and 12 digs, while freshman setter Erin Dobson added 21 assists and senior defensive specialist Megan Triggs had 20 digs. The Wolves brought home the victory from Montana against Billings after a five-set match Saturday Oct. 19. The Wolves hit .104, holding the Yellowjackets to a .058 hitting percentage. “Our focus is on the process of improving,” said head coach Brad Saindon. “Not the outcome of winning and losing.” Senior middle blocker Becky Blees led Western with nine kills while Triggs had 20 digs. Ramos and Dobson had 19 and 12 assists, respectively, while Kemper put up seven kills and hit .294 with seven assisted blocks. Blees had five block assists against SPU and four against MSUB, and is now only 19 away from the four-year-old record of 367 in a career. During this five-set match there were 43 ties and 22 lead changes. The fifth set was dominated by Western, hitting .625 with no attack errors while holding MSUB to .250 with seven attack errors. “I think as a team we came together well because we realized we had nothing to lose,” said Triggs. Western swept Billings earlier this season after having a 13-4 all-time advantage over Montana State. Volleyball now sits at 6-13 overall and 3-6 in conference play. “We still need to work on our mindset as a team,” said Blees. “Once we build confidence we will be hard to beat. We are a great volleyball team, we just need to believe that we are.” The Wolves take on Saint Martin’s, also 3-6 in conference, at home Oct. 26.

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Wolves upset #2 Western Washington in a defensive struggle

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Football Wins Offensive Shootout in Utah Brendan Facey | Freelancer

If one is a fan of offense, the game between Western and Dixie State had plenty of it. The game featured 80 combined points and over 1,100 yards of total offense in a back-and-forth thriller. Western came out on top with a 46-34 victory, picking up their fourth win in the past five games. The Wolves got on the board first when junior quarterback Ryan Bergman found senior wide receiver Michael Reeve for a 10-yard score four minutes into the game. Dixie scored next by making a field goal to end the first quarter. Redshirt freshman defensive back AJ Hull extended the Wolves’ lead to 14-3 when he returned an interception 54 yards for a touchdown. Dixie scored to make the game 14-10, but 16 seconds later Bergman connected with junior wide receiver Tyrell Williams for a 74-yard touchdown pass. Just before halftime sophomore wide receiver James DePew caught a nine-yard pass from Bergman to give the Wolves a 27-17 advantage at break. Western received the ball to start the half and the offense went to work right away. On their very first play Bergman found Williams yet again, this time for a 67-yard touchdown. Freshman running back Devauntae Hoffman gave Western their biggest lead of the night, 40-20, when he ran for a 13-yard touchdown midway through the third quarter. “We had a lot of energy, it was my first game back after being out for four games so I was hyped to be

back out there with my boys,” said senior wide receiver Lucas Gonsalves. Dixie State scored 14 unanswered points to cut the Wolves’ lead to 40-34 with 13:24 left in the fourth quarter. However, Hoffman found the end zone once again, this time from 10 yards out with only 2:11 left in the game. On Dixie’s final drive of the game they completed a 29-yard pass that brought them into the red zone, but at the end of the play, Hull came up big again by forcing a fumble which the Wolves recovered to seal the game. Despite the yards given up through the air, Western’s defense held Dixie to only 87 yards rushing. Junior defensive lineman Kraig Akins and Hull led the defense with 12 tackles apiece, while sophomore linebacker Shane Kuenzi added 11 tackles. “It was a good team win. We were fighting to Max Jackson the end and our offense performed really well,” SOPHOMORE LINEBACKER said sophomore linebacker Max Jackson. Senior defensive lineman William Kanongata’a caused problems in Dixie’s backfield all night with 4.5 tackles for a loss, three of which being sacks. Sophomore defensive back Roger Garrett had one interception. Bergman finished the game with 407 yards passing and four touchdowns. Williams had five catches for 184 yards with a pair of touchdowns. The Wolves (4-3, 4-2 GNAC) face Simon Fraser (2-4, 2-4 GNAC) for the second time this season at home Saturday, Oct.26. Western won the last contest against Simon Fraser 30-9.

“It was a good team win. We were fighting to the end and our offense performed really well”

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Rugby Wins Challenger Cup Brendan Facey | Freelancer The fourth annual Northwest Collegiate Rugby Conference (NCRC) Seven’s Tournament was held at Western Saturday Oct.19. The Wolves started the day off rough with two losses but ended with two wins, including winning the Challenger Cup game. The Challenger Cup is presented as a consolation prize to the winner of the playoff between teams nine through 12 after pool play. The Cup is meant as a trophy for teams that are still developing. The award was presented for the first time in 2012. Seven’s rugby is a variant of traditional rugby with a few rule changes. The most notable changes are the decreased number of players, from 15 down to seven, along with a much shorter game length, going from 80 minutes in 15’s to two seven minutes halves in 7’s rugby. The Wolves first game of the day was against Boise State. Western took a 12-0 lead going into the half, but Boise was able to make a comeback. In the closing minutes of the game Boise put up points, evening the score at 12 apiece, before converting on the two-point kick. Western eventually lost 14-12. Next the Wolves faced undefeated tournament champion Central Washington. Western had trouble keeping up with Central and came up short, losing 41-5. Following the afternoon break, the Wolves regrouped for the Challenger Cup bracket, where they were seeded #10 and faced #11 University of Idaho. Western dominated the game, winning 31-5. The victory earned them a spot in the finals where they faced #9 Pacific University. “It was a really good win because we lost to them in our playoff game two years ago,” said senior prop forward Travis Labato. “I feel that we definitely advanced more as a team. We’re still young but we have more experience than last season.” Pacific gave Western a strong fight throughout the game, but the Wolves won 26-19, earning them the Challenger Cup. “We really came together in the second half of the tournament and played really well,” said Western’s rugby vice president, James Saddler. “I think at the end of the tournament we could’ve played with anybody.” Western’s next rugby game will be at home Saturday 3 p.m. against the Portland Pigs.

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Sports

October 23, 2013

New Athletic Director Comes to Western Laura White | Freelancer

This year, Western welcomed a new face to its staff: new Athletic Director Barbara Dearing. Western isn’t the first college she’s worked for. Dearing was the associate athletic director for business & financial operations and senior woman administrator at PSU since July 2008. She also has over 20 years of athletic experience before that as a former head coach and administrator under her belt. In addition, Dearing has served as a key member of a number of national committees. She currently serves on the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Softball Sport Committee and is co-chair of the NCAA West Regional Softball Advisory committee and an active member of the National Association of Colligate Women Athletics Administrators (NACWAA), College Athletic Business Management Association (CABMA), National Association of Colligate Women Athletics (NACDA) and National Foundation of Celiac Awareness (NFCA). “The university’s mission of providing effective learning opportunities, that prepare students for a fulfilling life in a global society,” said Dearing. “While supporting an accessible and diverse campus community, which continues to improve its educational, financial and environmental sustainability,” “The university athletic program has a storied past for providing a championship experience for its student-athletes and I wanted to build upon that foundation. I’m from a small town, was a first-generation college student, paid my way through school and participated in athletics. Western was a natural fit for me,” Dearing said. “I love it,” said Dearing. “This is a place where everyone knows your name and everyone genuinely cares about your success.” She said she is honored and humbled to be joining the wolf family. She added, “The institution’s values and tradition of excellence in academics and athletics makes this a tremendous fit, and she is thankful for the opportunity. In the first 100 days on the job, with the help and effort from our Athletic staff and coaches, the department held the first ever Western athletics Fan Fest for campus community, alumni, donors and Wolf fans. The department established a campus chapter for Chi Alpha Sigma, the national Athletics Academic Honor Society, which recognizes college students who receive a varsity letter in their sport while maintaining a 3.4 or higher cumulative GPA throughout their junior and senior years. Finally, the athletic department implemented the Western Oregon Wolves Cup to recognize the top athletic team for its campus and community service, team GPA, win/loss record and student leadership. “There’s no question, she’s doing a great job and this isn’t an easy job to do.” Head football coach, Arne Ferguson, said about Dearing. “The start of the year is a critical time and she has just jumped right in, trying to get things to work better.” He said she understands the importance of being accessible to student athletes and she visits with them – they all know her. “She works really hard and she’s doing a good job.”

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Campus Life

October 23, 2013

Food Day Brings Awareness of Healthy Eating to Campus

Sara Grant | Campus Life Editor

This year, Western has decided to condense last year’s Food Week into Food Day, where there will be free food, food presentations, an information fair and a “clean” meal on Thursday, Oct. 24. The day starts off with a food drive for Western’s Campus Food Pantry, located on the bottom floor of the APSC building on the Werner University Center (WUC) Plaza, encouraging students to donate money or non-perishable foods. When students donate to the food drive, they receive a pumpkin from Charlie’s Produce based in Portland. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the second floor of the WUC, there is an information fair where different vendors, organizations and demos occur to let students sample food and teach them about where in the area to get healthy food. In the WUC Columbia Room from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Misha Peel, the healthy communities coordinator for Polk County, is giving a presentation entitled, “My Pura Vida Loca: Lessons from the Jungle Kitchen”. Following Peel is Dr. Natalie DeWitt, present-

ing, “Never Fry Bacon Naked: The Role of Food in Romantic Relationships” from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the WUC Colombia Room. Valsetz Dining Hall will provide a “clean” meal of healthy, organic food with some of their produce coming from the campus garden from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The meal will be held between Hamersley Library and Q lot. Starting at 6 p.m., “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” is the free movie being shown in the Mt. Jefferson Room of Valsetz. Caramel apples donated by

the Western Green Team will be given out for free at 7:30 p.m. Food Day is sponsored by campus dining, Western food pantry, Western’s campus garden, the Green Team and the Green Wolf Sustainability Club. “We are passionate about our food issues,” said Dr. Emily Plec, department head and professor of communication studies. Plec serves on the committee that puts Food Day together. Dr. Plec expects to see approximately 30 people attend each lecture and learn about food and healthy living.

Día de los Muertos

Multicultural Student Union Presents Day of the Dead Sara Grant | Campus Life Editor

Día de los Muertos Celebration October 2012.

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This year Multicultural Student Union (MSU) is celebrating “Día de los Muertos,” or Day of the Dead, by displaying an altar from Oct. 27 to Nov. 1, along with an event Wednesday, Oct. 30. Sophomore Jasmin Jimenez and junior Eunice Jones are preparing for the event that will showcase the altar and more details about Día de los Muertos. “The holiday is about celebrating those who have passed on,” said Jones. There will be a table set up in front of Café Allegro, Sunday, Oct. 27 to Nov. 1, where the altar will be placed, along with information and fliers providing background and information about the day. MSU members will be serving hot chocolate and pan dulce, traditional Mexican bread, on the Werner University Center Plaza Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be face-painting and flier distribution as well. Jones said they wanted to put on this event to “tell people about the culture.” If it rains, the event will be held at the same time in the Calapooia Room in the Werner University Center, where Jones and Jimenez will give a presentation on Día de los Muertos, the culture and traditions. The aim of this event is to “separate what Halloween and Day of the Dead are,” said Jimenez. “They are two different things. This holiday is meant to honor the dead.”

10 Entertainment A R eview of the F ilm “G ravity ” October 23, 2013

Patrick Willett | Freelancer

When a is an original work, the director tends to play it safe, relying on conventions that other films have laid out before it. Every once in a while, though, someone makes a film that most people would think couldn’t possibly suceed. It is this once-in-a-blue-moon chance that “Gravity” got green-lit, and while not spectacularly original, it is daring enough to work. Dr. Ryan Stone (played by Sandra Bullock) is on her very first trip to space, helping a team of astronauts led by Matt Kowalski (George Clooney) fix the Hubble Telescope. Just when they are about to finish things up, the crew told to abort its mission after the Russians sent a missile to destroy an old satellite of theirs. The resulting debris cuts off communication with Mission Control and sends Stone hurtling off into space. Once she manages to reunite with Kowalski, the two must make their way towards a Chinese space station, Tiangong, and use their escape pod to get back to Earth. With oxygen running low and Stone’s inexperience with space travel, it’s not certain they’ll make it back alive. The film is masterfully directed, to envoke a sense of loneliness in the vastness of space. The effects are wondrously done; the flying debris that wreaks havoc on the ship is a spectacle that triggers feelings of both awe and fear. Watching the characters tumble through the void just above Earth’s atmosphere, hearing their ragged

breaths as they fight against Earth’s gravitational pull, is captivating. The scene leaves you in suspense, and praying the characters will make it back home safe. The best thing about the direction is the sound design; for much of the film, the only sounds you hear are the astronauts’ radios and the background score. There is a distinct lack of background noise during even the most hectic moments, leading these scenes a silent fury that is truly terrifying. Bullock carries a good chunk of the film by herself and she does a terrific job with the role. Her character is simple, but her motivation is relatable and clear. Her constant struggle will have you conserving your breath just as much as she is. Clooney also turns up the charm, delivering a very warm and endearing performance that grounds the audience, amids the suspense. Dispitesuch a minimal cast, they manage to make this film work all on their own. It seems that nowadays, Hollywood is far too scared to take risks. They can’t trust anything that isn’t an established property. It’s why there are so many movies coming out that are based on novels or comic books, not to mention all of their sequels. “Gravity” is an incredibly well-done film and one that deserves attention. It’s the kind of movie that rarely comes around, and shows that movies can still have some heart and a devotion to the art of filmmaking itself. It may not have giant robots, mutant monsters or brightly colored superheroes, but “Gravity” is one of the finest science fiction films of the year.

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Entertainment 11

October 23, 2013

Stephen King’s “Doctor Sleep” a sequel 36 years in the making

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Stephen King published in 1977 what many consider to be one of his best novels, and a seminal work of horror fiction. That novel was “The Shining.” After the success of his first two books, “Carrie” and “Salem’s Lot,” King’s editor discouraged “The Shining” and tried to talk him out of writing it, fearing that King would be forever labeled as a horror writer. King considered this a compliment, and he wrote the book anyway. Now, 36 years later, he’s written its sequel. “The Shining,” which grew in popularity after the 1980 film adaptation by director Stanley Kubrick, concerns the Torrance family (Danny and his parents Jack and Wendy) and the terrifying winter they spend inside of the fictional Colorado resort, the Overlook Hotel. Danny, a five-year-old boy, has a gift the Overlook’s head cook Dick Hallorann calls “shining.” Psychic abilities allow him to read minds, see snippets of the future and interact with ghosts. It just so happens that the Overlook is filled with ghosts of the most malevolent sort. They want little Danny to stay with them - as the creepy twins in the Kubrick film say- “Forever… and ever… and ever…” Both film and novel went on to be horror classics, despite King’s dislike for Kubrick’s adaptation. “I think one of the things people relate to in my books is this warmth,” said King. “They’re reaching out and saying to the reader, ‘I want you to be a part of this.’ With Kubrick’s ‘The Shining,’ I felt that it was very cold, very ‘we’re looking at these people, but they’re like ants in an anthill. Aren’t they doing interesting things, these little insects.’” Published last month, “Doctor Sleep” is King’s return to the characters and territory of “The Shining.” Danny is now Dan, a 40-something recovering alcoholic still reeling from the spirits that plagued him and his parents at the Overlook. At the novel’s start, Dan finds work at a New England hospice, where he uses his powers to comfort dying

guests and help them cross over to the other side. With an AA support group and a community that cares about him, he may have finally found a place to call home. Dan then meets a 13-year-old girl named Abra Stone; Abra is like him, gifted with the shining, but her powers are the most incredible Dan has ever seen.

Photo Credit; www.littrector.com Her powerful gift puts her in danger, right into the crosshairs of a band of vampiric “quasi-immortal” creatures that look like normal humans and call themselves the “True Knot.” Led by a woman named Rose the Hat, the True Knot roam the country in RVs, hunting out children gifted with the shining in order to feed off their life force. They call

Halloween: Coming

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Amanda McMasters | Entertainment Editor

In American culture, Halloween has become a kid-friendly, community event of trick-or-treating. Those who participate often celebrate it with parties, pranks, costumes and corn mazes. It’s a time of year when people get scared witless, as they walk through the haunted corn mazes and houses, by people in masks and makeup jumping out at them. “I love the haunted corn mazes. They’re the best part of Halloween.” Sophomore Emily Burtenhouse said, “I like the Every year on a brisk October night, holiday because you get free candy. It’s children around the globe don their cos- the best, even though the last time I went tumes of witches, zombies or skeletons trick-or-treating was in like the seventh and make the rounds in their community, grade.” stopping at every door to trick-or-treat. Superstition and mystery are a Halloween, straddling the line huge part of Halloween. Superstitious between fall and winter, is a time of people might go out of their way not to celebration as well as superstition. The cross the path of a black cat, especially holiday originated in the ancient Celtic on halloween. Legend says that witches festival, Samhain, at which people would would take the form of black cats when dress up and light bonfires in an attempt they didn’t want to be detected, encourto ward off ghosts. aging the mystical aura surrounding the The Celts believed that on the animal. Ironically, in England, Scotland night of October 31, the lines between and Ireland, it is considered good luck for our world and the spirit world were a black cat to cross your path. blurred allowing the ghosts of the dead Along with the unlucky felines, to come back to Earth. That day came to other Halloween no-no’s include walking be called All Hallow’s Eve, which later under a ladder, breaking a mirror, stepping turned into one word: Halloween. on a crack or spilling salt.

it “steam,” and it’s produced when these gifted children are slowly tortured and killed. Abra’s steam could sustain these creatures tenfold, though Dan isn’t about to let that happen. King has described the book as “a return to balls-tothe-wall, keep-the-lights-on horror.” It does have plenty of scares, but it’s a different type of horror than the kind King explored with “The Shining.” That book, written when King was 29, deals heavily with the themes of the family unit, childhood innocence and alcoholism (King himself was an alcoholic at the time). These themes are certainly present in “Doctor Sleep,” but King, now 66, writes with a more attuned ear for story. The structure of the sequel is more straightforward and fast-moving than its predecessor, but the addition of the True Knot is classic, monster-loving King. When asked what it was like to revisit a story nearly 40 years later and why he chose to do it now, King said, “Every now and then somebody would ask, ‘Whatever happened to Danny from “The Shining?”’ When the [sequel] idea would pop up in my mind I would think, ‘Now Danny’s 20, or now he’s 25… I wonder if he’s drinking like his father?’ Finally I decided ‘OK, why don’t I use that in the story and just revisit that whole issue? Like father, like son.’” King is not usually one for sequels and probably for good reason. With Doctor Sleep, which picks up right where “The Shining” (the book, not the film) left off, it’s a wonder he managed to wait this long to continue the story. Danny Torrance, the child, was one of King’s most captivating characters and Dan Torrance, the adult, is no different. Abra Stone and Rose the Hat are also welcome additions to the ever-growing Stephen King canon. “Doctor Sleep” is a novel that you really don’t want to miss. REDRUM.

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While many people focus on the “scary” aspects of Halloween, most have forgotten about the other traditions left behind by the Celts. While others were putting on costumes to get ready for the Samharin bonfires, the young women were practicing rituals to learn the identity of their future husband. Some tossed apple peels over their shoulders, hoping the peels would form the lucky man’s initials. Some would stand in a darkened room, looking into a mirror with only a candle to provide light. The tradition held that the face of their groom-to-be would appear just over their shoulder. Other rituals turned this making into a competition, saying that the first person to bob for an apple would be the first to say, “I do.” Our culture has strayed far from the original holiday, instead offering pumpkin-carving, candy, costumes and more. “I love Halloween. It’s a wonderful time of the year.” Sophomore Allie Stanley said, “I don’t really dress up unless I have plans to go somewhere, so I usually stay home. Corn mazes and pumpkin-carving are the best part of Halloween, and it’s a bummer that I won’t be able to do it this year,”

Whether going to corn mazes and haunted houses, or carving pumpkins and trick-or-treating, Halloween has a myriad of activities for people to enjoy. While we no longer stick to the traditions of old, the origins still play a part in the holiday. As Oct. 31 heads our way, more and more jack-o’-lanterns and stuffed witches fill people’s doorways. Children perfect their costumes in anticipation of the candy that will soon fill their bags. And maybe, some of the young women out there are throwing apple peels over their shoulders, hoping for a glimpse of who they might marry.

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The Tail-End

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HALLOWEEN CROSSWORD

October 23, 2013

NEWS BRIEFS

Just a reminder...

WOLF Ride is a free shuttle service offered to Western students from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m. daily. If you find yourself stranded or just in need of a lift, call (503) 428-7238 to request a ride. Be prepared to provide your location, destination, student V number, a phone number at which you can be reached, and the time you would like to be picked up.

Food for Thought

Bring your nonperishable food items or monetary donations to the food drive that Western Food Pantry is holding in the WUC Plaza, Thursday Oct. 24 as a part of Food Day festivities. Charlie’s Produce has donated pumpkins to be given to those who contribute to the food drive.

Parking Lot Closures

All cars must vacate parking lots P and G, by the stadium, by 6 p.m. Friday Oct. 25. The home football game Saturday will also restrict Church Street parking by New PE Friday and Saturday. The campus will have heavy traffic Saturday with several athletic events taking place.

Halloween Horoscopes ARIES Haunted Mansions. These are usually accompanied by hay rides. Would you like to roll in the hay?

LIBRA Scary Stories. This chatty sign loves to spin tales and is always up for a good scare.

TAURUS Jack O’Lanterns. These little pumpkin heads have come a long way allowing people to carve out some creativity and then lighting it up. It’s also nice to stab shit once in a while, right?

SCORPIO Oh, hey, you guys. Happy birthday!

GEMINI Trick-or-Treating. For the most part, you’re either tricking or your treating. You don’t really give people the option. One of these days I won’t give Gemini the dual optioned option. CANCER Candy. Yum! LEO Costumes. Even though Leos don’t really hide behind masks, they enjoy being theatrical, and costumes usually scream, “Look at me! Look at me!”

SAGITTARIUS Candy Corn. This deserved a category of its own aside from just candy because candy corn is so symbolic of this time of year. I hate the crap. I only gave it to one of my favourite signs because of the colours. The colours!! CAPRICORN Ghost Tours. Capricorn is one of the signs of the occult and probably the most related to the supernatural shit you see on those real-life ghost hunter type shows. AQUARIUS Parties. Oh, the parties. All the parties! PISCES Boorito. It counts. Chipotle is awesome.

VIRGO Horror Movies. A little refresher.