WILSON
THE BILLBOARD
Fall 2015 Issue 2
WILSON COLLEGE
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015
National Eating Disorder Awareness Walk IN THIS ISSUE... Editorials 2 Campus 3
By Tiffany Cobb
On Oct. 11, Molly McElroy ’17 and 350 others traveled to Baltimore, MD to participate in a one and a half mile walk hosted by the National Eating Disorder Awareness (NEDA) Center in response to the Beautiful Me program. Beautiful Me is a campaign created by McElroy that focuses on bringing to light the harm eating disorders and negative body images cause. The NEDA walk is one of twenty-five being held this year. Each year the walk is held in different states in order to raise money to research eating disorders. However, that is not the only way that the walk provides support. “This walk is very special. Women and men who are currently battling eating disorders get a chance to walk and show that they are not giving up. Survivors get to walk to show hope for those who think they cannot make it. Family, friends, co-workers, teammates, therapists, doctors all walk to show support and encourage people to keep fighting. Many also walk in honor of those who have lost their life to an eating disorder,” states McElroy.
Fitness Center Capture The Flag
Around Town 4-5
C&C Coffee Company Capitol Theatre Alpha Fitness Bistro 71
Politics 6-7
Poli cal Call to Ac on First Democra c Debate Planned Parenthood Debate Participants in the NEDA Walk
Since the creation of Beautiful Me it has been a dream of McElroy’s to team up with NEDA and to help raise awareness for the battle against eating disorders. As a survivor of anorexia, she founded Beautiful Me to “help spread selflove.” She plans to one day turn Beautiful Me into a nonprofit organization. With the NEDA walk as the perfect opportunity to get involved, a team was entered for those who wished to show their support both for the cause and the people they know who are or have battled an eating disorder. Since her recovery from her own eating disorder, McElroy
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wants to ensure that no one has to face the fight alone. In order to make a change she is “trying to prevent eating disorders by showing men and women that beauty isn’t always looks.” She always has an ear to lend and is willing to give advice to those who need it. NEDA is planning on hosting another walk in Philadelphia, PA for which Beautiful Me is planning on entering a team. Donations can be made and Beautiful Me t-shirts can be bought by contacting Molly McElroy at molly. mcelroy@wilson.edu or thebeautyinme7@gmail.com.
Sports Shorts Wilson Athle cs Director
Equestrian 9
Spotlight 10 Things
Life on the Outside 10
Halloween 11 International 12
Marital Rela onships The Gleaning Project
Entertainment 13-15
All Time Low at IUP Fever The Ghost Album Review Zombie Mania! Steve-O Comedy Show
Comics 15 Calendar 16
Update on Art Project By Taylor Sanford
Patrick Dougherty has been coming to the campus to work on the sculpture as promised. On Monday, Oct. 5 and Tuesday, Oct. 6, volunteers went to help with the project to gather supplies, the sticks, for the project. Professor Philip Lindsey drove Dougherty and the students using one of the Wilson vans out to a field to gather materials in Shippensburg. Together, Dougherty, Lindsey, and the students cut down and gathered a lot of material from trees, mostly branches. The first run was
from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and the second run was from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. These times will remain the same for volunteering throughout the project. On Wednesday, Oct. 7 at 8 a.m., volunteers helped unload the sticks that were collected from a truck. Later in the day, according to Lindsey, “Patrick stripped leaves, laid out the design, and marked the ground with paint and flags.” On Thursday, Oct. 8, “he dug holes for the vertical supports and placed the supports and set the scaffolding,” Lindsey states. Scaffolding is
Art project construction on the green
a temporary structure, usually on the outside of a building. On Friday, Oct. 9 the weaving started, and the progress is phenomenal on how quickly Dougherty is working. The project might even be halfway done by Friday,
Photo by Taylor Sanford
Oct. 16 with the how fast the project is progressing. The project is still going on and hopefully the sculpture will be done by Oct. 23. For more information or to volunteer, contact philip.lindsey@wilson.edu.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015
OPINION-EDITORIAL
Kind of Like Walking on a Tightrope
I am not sure about everyone else on this campus but I feel like going to class these days is a hazard. Between the library construction along with the art project on the green, I feel like I need to arrive on campus 20 minutes early just to be able to get to class on time. There have also been the ‘parking woes,’ but oddly enough they have not been as bothersome as the walking hazards. Walking from Lenfest to Warfield is becoming more and more of a hassle. With the art project added to the green, we have yet something else to walk around. Not to mention that this past week it was decided to uproot
the bricks on the memorial path making yet another impossible walkway. Now, if teleportation or flying were possible this wouldn’t be as much of a dilemma. But seriously, there’s only so much to take away before there are no pathways at all. It has also gotten confusing on where students are and are not allowed to walk. Cones are often set up haphazardly, and while the fences are more conclusive, there was a time I was unsure of where to walk. The pathways seem to change daily, so it does not even give students a new walking trail to memorize. Then there’s the fact that some of these construction proj-
ects are moving inside, such as the work going on outside of the student center down the one hallway just off lower Lenfest, cutting off yet another route without prior notification. And then there’s the parking, which has been an on-going issue since the library construction has started. However, even that is not as big of an issue as the walking areas as of late. The main thing here is that there needs to be better clarification on where we can and cannot walk. Also, perhaps this will be a learning lesson for the college campus: that multiple building projects should not all be happening at once, espe-
cially when it is in close vicinity. At this point, the campus needs its own personal Gandolf with a “You shall not pass” sign.
September 2013, only a few weeks into school, freshman me was struggling to adjust to the new work load, friends, and to college. In the middle of that September I was sexually assaulted. Unlike what the media often portrays, it wasn’t a stranger in the night. He wasn’t an unnamed face at a party, I wasn’t drunk or drugged, nor was I unconscious. In fact, I didn’t know I was sexually assaulted until two years later. It wasn’t until someone else bravely shared her story that I realized what had happened to me. At the time, I was struggling with my sexuality and frustrated with judgement for being an 18 year old virgin. This contributed to my vulnerability which made it easy for him to catch my eye through his troubled story. His life was difficult and I empathized. I got into a relationship with him. He was an ADP student and much older than I so my insecurities allowed him to take control. He was gradual about it, but soon I could only
hang out with specific friends, I had to help him with his homework before mine, say certain things, and then it became sexual. He began to push past my boundaries by forcing me to do sexual acts and ignored me when I protested. I learned to fake enjoyment well so he would stop sooner, it never helped that my own biological responses encouraged him despite my feelings. I was not allowed to wear clothes when I went to sleep at night and had to perform certain rituals every night. He became very sexually aggressive and I’m still not sure if something happened while I was asleep. One might ask me why didn’t I leave. At the time I believed I owed him. He was my boyfriend, my body belonged to him. I know now that my body belongs to no one but myself. I also felt that this was the way things go in relationships. I had been told so many stories about college that I thought this was normal. It was not. I was with him for only a week
and a few days but the damage has lasted for years. I still can’t sleep without being fully dressed, I still have certain routines I have to go through, and every so often I feel worthless because of what I let him do to my body. I’m damaged because of my past, but I’ve learned to accept that as part of myself. I’m doing better now because of the strength and support of myself and those around me. For two years I was unconsciously dealing with this battle and the people around me had no idea. I was very lucky, right after him I got into a relationship with a man who has consistently put my needs first, he has been patient, caring, and understanding. My friends have changed from that relationship to now being people that truly care about me and have been helping me through. Even Wilson helped me to recover. If it weren’t for the clubs I am in, the support from professors, and the love from staff members I have been lucky to know, I fear I would have retreated into my-
self. All of these people on campus care, and if it weren’t for the check-ins from everyone I don’t know where I would be today. Sexual assault happens at every campus across the world. This is not specific to Wilson. This happened before men were admitted into the undergraduate program and has been happening on this campus. Just because you haven’t been raped does not mean you deserve not to be heard. Sexual assault is damaging and painful and if you have been assaulted I hope this helps you to reach out for help. It does not matter if it happened on this campus or before you came here. The effects are lasting and Wilson is a safe place for you to start the journey to recovery. I’m still struggling with what happened to me. It is going to be a long road to recover and, I’m not afraid to admit it. I’m not okay and that’s alright. I will be.
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-Jenna Kauffman
Coeditor-in-Chief
To
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Celia Whitcomb Coeditor-in-Chief
BILLBOARD STAFF Editors-in-Chief: Jenna Kauffman Celia Whitcomb Online Editor: Caitlyn Minelli Advisers: Kimberly Maske-Mertz Robin Herring Staff Writers: Wyatt Boyer Tiffany Cobb Patrick “The Wizard” Fox Jihyun Kim Sungwon Kim Emma Miller Taylor Sanford Mylan Ward Guest Contributors: Daniel Glazier Sharielle Lawerence-Cadet Kimberly Maske-Mertz Calendar Editor: Dasia Edwards Graphic Designer: Shawn Price EDITORIAL MISSION STATEMENT
The Wilson Billboard is a once-monthly student-run newsmagazine serving the Wilson College and Chambersburg community. Our mission is to relay important information to the campus and provide a forum for intelligent and democratic discussion. To fulfill this mission, the Billboard recognizes the many goals of the Wilson community and strives to encourage communication between students, faculty, staff and administration in an ethical and non-biased fashion.
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Fitness Center Programs for Fall 2015 By Tiffany Cobb
Photo by Naeun Noh
Exercise classes for the fall semester have started up at the Fitness Center here on campus. Yoga and Entry Level Fitness are two programs being offered as a continuation of the fitness programs offered last year. These classes are open to anyone within the Wilson community and are free with a current Fitness Center membership. The Yoga class, which is provided by Balance Yoga and Wellness Studio, is scheduled for Tuesdays at 12 p.m.
and Thursdays at 5 p.m. The class is for anyone who is interested in yoga, and can accommodate a variety of experience levels. Whether someone is an experienced Yogi or has never stepped on a yoga mat before this class will be able to guide you through the practice. The fitness center has a limited amount of mats available for the class to be provided for attendees. The Entry Level Fitness class, instructed by OverAchieve Fitness, has classes
on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and Friday at 11 a.m. The program was set up this year in place of the Spartan Training that the Fitness Center provided in the past. The Entry Level Fitness and the Spartan Training are comparable in the fact that they both “utiliz[e] the body as resistance consisting of exercises such as burpees, TRX bands, squats, step jumps, etc.,” and the main difference is that there is a new instructor. Similar to the Yoga class, this program welcomes
people of all fitness levels. Both the Yoga and the Entry Level Fitness are free to the Wilson community as long as they have a current Fitness Center membership. No signups are necessary for these programs so that anyone can come take a class whenever they have the time to spare. These classes were brought to the Fitness Center due to the high interest in them by the community. For suggestions for new fitness program ideas , contact Lori Frey at lfrey@wilson.edu.
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It’s On: Bigs vs Littles By Celia Whitcomb
Just when you thought all the fun had ended with your Big or Little from Sarah Wilson Week, the Campus Activities Board (CAB) has done it again. This time, CAB is bringing back a game from your summer camp days. Big and Little Capture the Flag is happening Oct. 31 from 1-3 p.m. on the Green outside of Laird Hall. Teams are divided as Seniors and Juniors versus Sophomores and Freshmen. Captains are Lindsay Sutton as the crusader for senior class and Samantha Schlegel as victor for the junior class for Team Big and Team Little co-captains are Kari Lehman who commands the sophomore class and Michael Martin as the champion for the freshmen class. If interested in playing you can sign up outside of the dining hall, just watch for the table!
If you miss sign ups you can also show up day of and play. So grab your Big or Little and have some fun this Halloween!
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AROUND TOWN
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015
C & C Coffee Company By Sungwon Kim
How do people make use of coffee shops and what kind or roles do cafés and coffee shops play in the everyday lives of people? People often go to cafés and coffee shops to get coffee and chat with friends However, they also provide a place to kill time or study. Currently, there is no a coffee shop on the Wilson College campus. Despite this lack of caffeinated accommodations, there is a local coffee shop near Wilson: C & C Coffee Company. It is about a five minute drive or 20 minute walk away. Many international students at Wilson often go to the coffee shop due to the exercise it provides and the sweet reward of cof-
fee, tea, and sweets at the end. The C & C Coffee Company provides many different types of drink options. A few choices are espresso, drip coffee, teas, cold drinks, frozen drinks, and cocoas. Espresso has many choices including Americano, Con Panna, Macchiato, Cappuccino, Latte, Mocha, Espresso, and Undertow. Among the other hot drinks, you can enjoy chai, London fog, hot chocolate, steamer and hot tea. Featured cold drinks include iced tea and lemonade. For frozen blended drinks there are different flavors of smoothies, freezes, blended chai, and frozen hot chocolate. A lot of coffee shops sell sandwiches, bagels, cakes, and muffins. The C & C Coffee
Company provides sandwiches and Paninis that can be enjoyed with drinks. There are 27 kinds of food on the lunch menu including salad, Paninis, sandwiches, and soups. There is a combo menu that allows two different menu options to be mixed and matched for a single meal, like soup and a Panini. However, it is available only for lunch hours that go from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. C & C Coffee also provides fresh baked goods. Jana’s Bakery is located inside and provides homemade and fresh pastries. They bake daily and there are a variety of muffins, scones, cookies, brownies, and cupcakes. Cakes and pies can be ordered for birthdays, graduations, or any special event.
The café is closed at 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and they are always closed on Sunday. For more information about the café and what they serve please go to www.candccoffee.com or their facebook page at www. facebook.com/candccoffee.
Capitol Theatre Brings Live Entertainment to Chambersburg By Wyatt Boyer
Nestled in the heart of downtown Chambersburg is a venue that frequently brings entertainment to the people of the surrounding area. The Capitol Theatre organizes many live performances and concerts each year. Opened as a movie theater in the 1920s, it now operates as a community arts center funded through the Capitol Theatre Center Foundation. In 1926, the Pottstown, PA Theatre Company wanted to add to the growing amount of movie theaters in the area and hired the Quigly Hafer Construction Company to build the Capitol Theatre. During this time it was the most technically advanced theatre in the area. In 1948, the theatre underwent renovations to transform into a performing arts center, allowing the Capitol to target a more diverse audience with a bigger variety of entertainment. The
theatre underwent another restoration in 1996 that was completed in 2003. It now features a better stage that was enlarged and extended, a renovated auditorium, redecorated dressing rooms, and 524 new seats to accommodate more people. This is the Capitol Theatre that stands in Chambersburg today, featuring events by the Chambersburg Council for
the Arts, Caledonia Theatre Company, Chambersburg Ballet Theatre School, Wood Center Stage Theatre, and the Chambersburg Community Theatre. Entertainment ranges from ballet performances to art classes and live concerts. It truly is a potpourri of entertainment with something for anyone at any given time. Some yearly staples of the
theatre include musicals, live concerts, a plethora of classes, and the beloved Christmas show every December. The Capitol Theatre is also one of the few theatres in the United States to still have its original organ. The Moller Theatre Organ was installed in 1927 when the theatre was first built. The first theatre in the area to actually have a pipe organ, it contains 14 rows of pipes and is regularly used for community events. Upcoming movies include “Hotel Transylvania,” Bram Stokers “Dracula,” “Big Hero 6,” and “Ex Machina.” Upcoming live shows include “The Wizard of Oz,” “A Twist of Lemmon,” and Michael Clayton Moore’s “Silent Night.” The Capitol Theatre offers a wide variety of entertainment to the citizens of Chambersburg and the surrounding area, and should be checked out by anyone interested in having a great time.
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Alpha Fitness Sets Itself Apart By Emma Miller
Recently relocated to Scotland Campus, Alpha Fitness in Chambersburg has expanded and offers members a unique gym experience. Owned by Jere and Sheena Snyder of Chambersburg, Alpha has a family friendly, comfortable environment while also bringing back elements of old school lifting that are mostly absent in commercial gyms. Snyder explained that Metroflex gym was his inspiration for Alpha due to its old school weightlifting vibe and being a faith-based gym. He described the atmosphere as “serious, but not too serious” in that he can connect with members, but everyone contributes. “We want people to feel like they’re a part of something…not like a number.” Snyder earned a degree in teaching and a minor in coaching at Shippensburg University, and worked in other local gyms previously. After having the goal to open a gym for four years prior, Alpha Fitness was opened in 2013. Snyder
admitted that there is much more to the process of opening and maintaining a gym than he thought, and there were hard and frightening times in the beginning. Despite this, he explained he is a firm believer in doing something you enjoy. “Life shouldn’t be routine…you get one life to live, do something you love.” Previously a school open to children of United States Veterans, Scotland Campus buildings are now used by various businesses and can be rented out for events from professional meetings to weddings. Alpha Fitness resides in the gymnasium building on the campus, and also offers access to a full football field and track. Since moving from their previous location to Scotland Campus, Alpha’s facility is about three times larger in size with two full court basketball courts, two separate weight training rooms, a cardio room, childcare area, personal training room, locker rooms, a tanning bed, and a shake bar. The facility also has a bowl-
ing alley and pool, which they are working towards opening in the near future. Alpha has also started a basketball league, volleyball league, and athletic training program. Alpha’s head coach and Alpha Athletics manager, Travis Scott, acknowledged how important connecting with other people in a family oriented environment is, something that sets Alpha apart. He said, “We want you to be comfortable working around people.” Scott earned a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science at Shippensburg University and has since coached football and strength and conditioning. At Alpha, he trains clients for speed, agility, strength, and team training. Alpha is also hosting basketball teams from the Scotland Performance Institute, a high school graduate program that prepares athletes for collegiate training and provides opportunities for college scholarships. Coach Jareem Dowling said that Alpha Fitness has made the players feel welcome with great hands-on
Photo provided by Emma Miller
Classes offered during the week: Yoga Zumba Traditional Kenpo Freestyle Kenpo Kickboxing Dance and Sweat Ladies Let Loose Pound PiYo
staff and the best equipment. In the future, Snyder said that the ultimate goal for Alpha is to open more gyms but he would be particular about who he worked with to keep the same kind of atmosphere in other locations. To learn more, call 717261-0077 or email iamalphafit@gmail.com.
Bistro 71: Fun, Friends, and Food By Caitlyn Minelli Bistro 71 is a small bar and restaurant located at 71 Main Street in downtown Chambersburg. The restaurant has an open but cozy feel as customers enter in and take in the space with a panning gaze. An open bar on the left tucks neatly against the wall with a display of bottles decoratively arranged. Tables are placed in the front of a large window for guests to look outside while dining. Booths are situated on the right side of the main room and farther back to a more secluded area. Music sets an intimate as well as an energetic atmosphere as tunes from artists such
as Aviccii, La Roux, and Ellie Goulding play through the restaurant. The music is at such a volume that allows for enjoyment but does not invade conversation or quiet time. The menu is simple; offering a few appetizers, soups, salads, and entrées. This allows for more creativity for each dish. The toasted cheese melt offered for lunch has a combination of provolone and goat cheese melted in the middle of parmesan cheese ciabatta bread slices and served with a smooth tomato bisque. Guests can also enjoy coffee and tea with dessert options such as homemade pumpkin crème brulé, choco-
late peanut butter cake, or New York style cheese cake with a sweet blueberry sauce. With a moderate menu and intimate but lively atmosphere, Bistro 71 is a great place for date night with a significant other, club night with friends, or to study. It is open for lunch and dinner Mondays through Fridays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Reservations are not required. For more information on their menu or other inquiries their phone number is 717-261-0007. Also visit them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Bistro-71.
Photo provided by Caitlyn Minelli
Take the time to see downtown Chambersburg!
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POLITICS
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015
Youth Participation in Politics By Patrick Fox
On Sep. 29, the Wilson College Government Association (WCGA) sent out a call to action, reminding students to register to vote for the upcoming presidential election in 2016. The registration for the upcoming election was to be completed by Oct. 5. “Originally we were going to have a little table [in Lenfest Commons] where a WCGA member would sit there and students could come and register to vote online,” notes Cody Dunlap, the Constitution and Bylaws Chairperson of the WCGA. “Unfortunately that didn’t quite work out. . . and then we eventually just sent out the email.” “Quite frankly,” Dunlap continues, “with this particu-
lar project, we were really thinking that students would want to get involved, would want to register to vote.” “A lot of the people in WCGA are fairly involved in politics,” observes Krista Dewald, Vice President of the WCGA, “If nobody votes how is their voice going to be represented? How are things are going to change?” According to the United States Census Bureau, in 1964 the votership among the 1824 year-old demographic was 50.9 percent dropping to a little over 40 percent by the late 70’s. It dropped again close to 35 percent in 1988 but increased to 45 percent by 1992. It’s all time lowest participation was in 1996 and 2000 at just barely over 30 percent. The last census taken in 2012
showed the 18-24 year-olds at 38 percent participation. As the study notes, the decline in voting rates discussed is partially due to “the increase in the noncitizen population, which, by definition, does not vote. Voting rates for the 1829 year old demographic are about 45 percent as of 2012, up from 39.6 percent in 1996. The 30-44 year age range is at 59.5 percent, the 45 to 64 year olds are at 67.9 percent, and the 65 and older demographic is at 72 percent participation. Americans 65 years of age and older have typically had voting rates higher than all other age groups. The phenomenon is a fairly recent development in American elections. Across the board, voting
and registration rates are historically higher in years with presidential elections than in congressional election years. For those who have registered to vote, the first Democratic Primary Debate was held by CNN on Tuesday, Oct. 13, in Wynn, Las Vegas. The next debate will be the GOP debate held by CNBC on Oct. 28 at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa followed by a Democratic debate on Nov. 14.
First Democratic Debate: A Brief Summary By Patrick Fox
On Oct. 13, 2015, CNN held the first Democratic Debate at the Wynn Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The two and a half hour debate was moderated by Anderson Cooper with Dana Bash and Juan Carlos Lopez. Cooper is a journalist, author, and an anchor for CNN, hosting the news show Anderson Cooper 360° and the daytime talk show Anderson Live. Dana Bash, CNN’s Chief Political Correspondent, was a producer for CNN on Capitol Hill prior to becoming a reporter, and was also a moderator for CNN’s GOP Debate held Sept. 16. Juan Carlos Lopez is an English and Spanish speaking reporter with CNN based in Washington, D.C. whose stories are often pertaining to trade, immigration, inflation in other countries, and political and social controversies. Based on polls, the five candidates in the debate are Hilary Clinton, Bernie Sanders,
Martin O’Malley, Jim Webb, and Lincoln Chafee. Each candidate was given two minutes for their opening remarks. Lincoln Chafee introduced himself first, “the only one running for President that has been a mayor, a United States Senator, and a governor,” and “believes in prosperity through peace.” Jim Webb followed, a former author, journalist, a Vietnam marine veteran, and the former Assistant Secretary of Defense during the Reagan Administration. O’Malley is the “former Mayor of Baltimore, former Governor of Maryland, a lifelong Democrat, and most importantly a husband and a father.” Touting 15 years of political experience, he has, “learned how to get things done” because he is “very clear on his principles.” The remaining two candidates to be introduced and the two doing the best in the polls are Bernie Sanders and Hilary Clinton. “I think most Americans
understand that our country today faces a series of unprecedented crises,” Sanders began, speaking of the disappearance of the middle class and the Citizens United Supreme Court decision, and continued, “our campaign finance system is corrupt, and is undermining American democracy.” Hilary Clinton, the last to speak and the highest ranked in the polls, thanked the hosts and introduced herself as First Lady, a Senator from New York, and the Secretary of State. “Every day I think about what we need to do to make sure that opportunity is available…Hilary notes. The center of her campaign is “how we’re going to raise wages,” and she speaks of how she can use climate change to “grow our economy.” Through the course of the debate and in regards to speaking time, Clinton spoke the most at 30 minutes and 26 seconds, followed by Ber-
nie Sanders with 26 minutes and 42 seconds. The remaining candidates, O’Malley, Webb, and Chafee, had 16 minutes, 14 minutes and 23 seconds, and 9 minutes and 2 seconds respectively. Both the GOP debates and Democratic debate have differed on the issues discussed. The GOP debates have by and large covered topics such as immigration, taxes, jobs, Planned Parenthood, the economy, hedge funds, minimum wage, and healthcare. The Democratic debate covered minimum wage specifically, income inequality, the wealthy, jobs, health care, poverty, college, and taxes. Both debate forums approached topics pertaining to foreign policy in the Middle East, and the appropriate course of action. The next Democratic debate will be Nov. 14, 2015 hosted by ABC and the GOP debate will be held Oct. 28, 2015 by CNBC.
Make Your Voice Heard. Register to Vote!
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Planned Parenthood By Celia Whitcomb
On July 14, 2015 the Center for Medical Progress (CMP) uploaded an undercover video depicting Dr. Deborah Nucatola, Senior Director of Medical Services, discussing the sale of tissue from abortions with undercover “buyers.” On the same day, President of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Cecile Richards, released a statement discrediting the video as being “heavily edited” and apologized for the lack of compassion demonstrated by the staff member in the video. President Richards finishes her statement by reminding viewers that all tissue donations within Planned Parenthood are consensual and legal. She thanks those whom have donated tissue and provides examples of what the research tissue helps fund such as cures for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. A few days later on July 21, 2015, the CMP posted another video, this time with President of the Planned Parenthood Medical Director,
Dr. Mary Gatter, having a similar conversation with undercover “buyers” about the sale of human tissue. A hearing was held Sep. 29, 2015 by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform in response to these allegations against Planned Parenthood. The purpose was to review the work of Planned Parenthood and to discover the truth behind the videos. At the hearing only President Cecile Richards represented the organization against the committee. Richards provided full cooperation with all documentation and responded calmly and professionally despite the opinions of committee members. Throughout the hearing it became clear that a large bias towards Planned Parenthood was held by a majority of the members of the committee. Instead of discussing the allegation of illegal tissue donation and the funding for many of the services provided, the committee focused on the overall issue and political stances of abortion. Members were given five minutes to question and comment on the issue with Richards. Representative Jim Jordan from Ohio interrupted Richards’ responses when questioned about the need for an apology in her response video. By the end of his allotted time Richards had been unable to form a full sentence. Rep. John Duncan from Tennessee asserted, “Surely you don’t expect us to be easier on you because you’re a woman?”
to which Richards responded, “Absolutely not. That’s not how my mama raised me.” Rep. Paul Gosar from Arizona asked Richards a question about the cost of birth control and how it directly related to the number of abortions, inadvertently making claims that Planned Parenthood benefits solely off of the money made from abortions and refusing to allow Richards to respond to Gosar’s allegations. In defense of Planned Parenthood, Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton from Washington D.C., Rep. Gerald Connolly from Virginia, Rep. Brenda Lawrence from Michigan, and Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman from New Jersey spoke up publicly chastising other members for their treatment of Richards and their behavior. “My colleagues like to say there’s no war on women. Look at how you’ve been treated as a witness. Intimidation, talking over, interrupting, cutting off sentences, criticizing you because of your salary. How dare you? Who do you think you are?… The disrespect, the misogyny rampant here today tells us what is really going on here. This isn’t about some
bogus video…this is about a conservative philosophy that says we are constitutionalists…except when it comes to women controlling their own bodies and making their own health decisions,” declared Rep. Connolly. By the end of the hearing there was no cutand-dry conclusion as to the videos and actions of Planned Parenthood. The only decisive outcome was a political debate over Planned Parenthood and the morality of abortion. According to the 2013-2014 Annual Report by Planned Parenthood, over 90 percent of the medical services provided by Planned Parenthood include a variety of programs such as STI/STD testing and treatment, contraception options, and other women’s health services compared to the three percent focused on abortions. Despite the trial, Planned Parenthood is still in operation. For more information about Planned Parenthood, visit www.plannedparenthood.org. To watch the Oversight and Government Reform Committee hearing of Planned Parenthood, visit https://oversight. house.gov/hearing/18201/ .
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SPORTS
WILSON ATHLETES OF THE WEEK Brooke Clark Field Hockey Brooke was also named as the NEAC Field Hockey Offensive Player of the Week after an excellent week. The freshman tallied six points on a goal and four assists to help the Phoenix go 2-0 last week. She played a role in every goal during last Thursday’s 3-0 win over Cedar Crest after scoring a goal and assisting on the other two, while also assisting on a pair of
By Mylan Ward
goals in a 5-1 win over Bethany on Saturday to close the week. Her assist total for the week vaulted her to the top of the conference rankings in that category for the Phoenix, who are now 6-4 overall. Justin Teague Men’s Soccer Justin netted 2 goals in the Phoenix 1st ever win in a 2-0 vicotry over Bryn Athyn. Teague is also tied for the team lead in goals (3) and points (6) for the season.
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Women’s Field Hockey With 6 wins and 5 losses overall, the Field Hockey team looks forward to advancing past the Randolph-Macon Yellow Jackets on Oct. 18, 2015. Despite coming off a tough upset against Washington College, Wilson looks to travel up to New York and continue conference play the weekend of Oct. 24 in order to maintain their position as first in the North Eastern Athletic Conference. Player Amanda Haase ‘18 noted, “I feel like it will be a weekend full of intensity, and as long as we stay focused as a team, we will rise to the occasion and earn what we’ve been working towards.” Women’s Soccer With an overall record of 2 wins, 7 losses, and 1 tie the Women’s soccer team put up resilient effort against the Lancaster Bible College Chargers. Their next games will be held in
New York this weekend starting Oct. 17 against Morrisville State College. Look forward to a battle until the buzzer this weekend as the women’s soccer team looks to heavily contend in the last 5 games of the season. Men’s Soccer The Men’s soccer program is still making history as they go into the final games of the season. Despite the rainy weather, the team put up a battle against Lancaster Bible College but came up short. Learning from each game and more prepared than ever, player Kevin Lysaght ’19 noted, “We know the competition will be tough. However, we are a strong team and once we get going it’s hard to stop us. We look to focus on moving the ball fast and keep good formation.” With that mindset, the team looks forward to making noise and shaking up the conference this upcoming weekend. Their games are scheduled for Oct. 17 and Oct. 18.
The Wilson College Field Hockey team will PLAY4THECURE on Tuesday, October 20th at 4:00 pm. The team hopes to raise $100 for this campaign. Bracelets will be available at
the game for a $2.00 donation. Online donations may be made at: https://www.crowdrise.com/shellynovak-play4thecure/fundraiser/shellynovak
Wear PINK and support the field hockey team and Play4theCure!
Jeremy Shepherd: Assistant Athletic Director By Mylan Ward
New to Wilson but not to athletics, Jeremy Shepherd will be filling the position of Assistant Athletic Director. With so many changes and transitions starting off the 15-16 athletic season, Shepherd came to Wilson with a remarkable acumen in coaching, communication and business matters. With the responsibility of heading all publicity, promotions, and media relations for Wilson, Shepherd also brings a winning mentality and passion for success among those around him. With more than fourteen seasons of coach-
ing softball on the collegiate level, Shepherd has successfully coached at multiple institutions aiding in delivering conference championships and tournament appearances to every program he has worked with. Shepherd is no stranger to hard work. “Shepherd was named to the OAC Coaching Staff of the Year three times as well as NFCA Regional Coaching Staff of the Year in 2009. With coaching the outfield as his specialty, he has coached three All-Americans, 14 all-region selections, and 15 all conference players in the outfield,”
notes the athletic department. With his prior experience serving as Assistant Sports Information Director and Head Softball Coach at Houghton College, assistant coaching and serving as recruiting coordinator at Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kansas, the possibilities for Wilson Athletics are endless. Not only is Shepherd accomplished through athletics, but is in the classroom as well. Shepherd was able to attain the majority of his athletic success, all while obtaining his Bachelor’s in Sports management, as well
as his Master’s in Business Administration. When asked about any goals he had for his first year here, he states, “I want to enhance the student athlete experience for students, athletes, and parents while promoting the Wilson brand by helping the institution grow through exposure.” With this type of effort and determination adding additional support to our athletic department, there is no telling the leaps and bounds Wilson will be able to make in the years to come. Please join the Wilson community in welcoming him and his family.
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SPORTS
EQUESTRIAN Haley Glofka ‘18 Equestrian Spotlight Stacey enjoys being close By Emma Miller
Photo provided by Stacy Sensenig
Stacy Sensenig ‘17
Stacy began riding when she was twelve years old, taking lessons on draft horses with her riding discipline in mostly English. She has done lots of trail riding and rides regularly while here at Wilson. Her favorite thing about being at Wilson is the stables because they are very calming to her.
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By Celia Whitcomb
At Wilson, there is a very large population of equestrians and we love our non-horsey friends. We appreciate when you show up to shows and practices, take pictures with our phones, and want to give treats to our best friends. Our horses are everything to us, they are our best friends, confidants, partners, children, and loves of our lives. If you’ve just become friends with a horse person prepare for long drawn out conversations about the one time they flew off or the funny thing their horse did that day. Here are some common things that your new equine
enough to walk to and work at the stables and says, “If you’re willing to learn and listen to the full time staff, it’s a positive experience.” She also says that the best memory she has made at Wilson so far has been hanging out with the barn staff on and off campus. Some unique facts about Stacy are that she remembers names very well and knows almost everything about all of the horses in the stables such as their names, markings, sheets they wear, and their designated stalls and paddocks. Stacey’s favorite equine movie is Dreamworks’ animated film “Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron.”
Equestrians friend would love if you knew. 1. That is a fly mask. No it doesn’t blind them, it protects them. From flies. 2. That’s a grazing muzzle, they can still eat grass. No it doesn’t mean they bite it means they’re fat. 3. Thank you for warning me my horse may be dead, actually he’s just sunbathing. 4. A pony is a little horse, not all horses are ponies but every pony is a horse. Think squares and rectangles. 5. Yes that cross rail is difficult.
Upcoming Shows and Events Dressage Team: October 31: Cazenovia College November 7: Delaware Valley College
Eventing Team: October 18: Volunteer at Lock Moy Trials November 1: Waredaca
Hunt Seat Team: October 24-25: Penn State University
November 7: Wilson College November 14-15: Briarwood/ Black River Farm
Haley first started riding at age eight and began competing at age fourteen mainly in Eventing, but has experience in hunt-seat and dressage. Now at Wilson, Haley is a member of the Eventing, Hunt-seat, and Dressage Teams. What she enjoys the most about being at Wilson are
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the friends she has made. Her best memory, she says, “Was winning overall champion at the Halloween show last year.” A big “movie nerd,” Haley enjoys superhero, musical, and old classical films. However, her favorite equine movie is Dreamworks’ animated film “Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron.”
Photo provided by Haley Glofka
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I know it’s small to you. But you aren’t riding the 1000 lb animal who’s terrified of the little pumpkin, that he’s seen a thousand times, under the fence. 6. Oh so you ride western now, tell me all about that trail ride you did once when you were ten. Yup, so much more experienced. 7. I promise you will eventually become used to the smell. Wet dog is nothing like wet barn. 8. My horse is my best friend, partner, and baby. You insult them…. “My name is Celia Whitcomb you insult my horse… Prepare to die”
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9. No the horse does not do all the work. Actually he would rather eat hay all day and be fat. It takes effort and muscle to encourage a 1000 lb animal into a calm, collected, and steady canter instead of running around the ring with his head in the air attempting to buck me off. There is a reason our calves are huge and we can easily pick you up. 10. Sure you can ride my horse… You just have to sign here…here…and here… and you must pass this 50 page test about everything I have ever told you about him. Just let me warm him up and if he behaves and doesn’t kill me, then…sure.
Wilson College Halloween Horse Show October 31st 2015 All nd ot ee a ses w e at 10 am $9 her cl Pe d Clas per ass ss iste
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ALUMNI
My Side of the Fence! By Sharielle Lawrence-Cadet
I came to Wilson as an Adult Degree student because I graduated from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in 2013. This was my second Bachelor’s degree, so I know the college game well. I am applying to Midway University’s MBA program and will hopefully start in January. Right now, I am working full-time at a spay/neuter clinic and parttime on the weekends at a doggy day camp for puppy cuddles. This past month has been an emotional roller coaster due to one of my cats getting ill. My Billboard family was there with me every step of the way. They gave me advice, kept my spirits up, and made me laugh even in times when I thought I could not. Working late hours while multi-tasking between writing papers, studying for exams, and editing articles forged long term relationships for me. I met my best friends working long hours at the barn through all types of weather. I want you to go out and find people that mean as much to you as my Wilson squad does to me. Remember! Quality
over quantity is the best advice I can give for friendships. The most important piece of advice I can give the 2019 class is this: GET OUT OF BED AND GO TO CLASS! Participation points are going to be your saving grace at the end of the semester. Be BRAVE and go past your comfort zone. Try out for a sport, join clubs (Billboard!!), and get to know your professors. You can’t ask for a recommendation from a professor that you have no relationship with. If you are lucky, you will have amazing advisors that stay in your life after graduation that you can go to as your second parents. For the equestrian studies majors that noticed a certain empty stall in Barn 1, Merlin is loving his new home! We are walk/trotting and he absolutely loves free jumping in our indoor arena. He gets worked on by the chiropractor monthly and everyone at the barn can’t believe his naughty backstory. He lives out in a large field with a few other geldings and is in love with a sassy pinto mare.
Alumnae Association of Wilson College Ring It Forward As a way to support and foster the emotional ties and traditions of the College, Wilson alumnae and students, the program matches donated rings with current students. These legacies “ring it forward” to a new generation of Wilson alumnae. The Alumnae Association of Wilson College is grateful for these donor alumnae’s generosity. The rings’ new owners will add their Wilson stories to those of alumnae as they participate in this tradition. To date, 10 pairings have been made connecting alumnae and students in this special bond Ring-It-Forward: Passing Down a Legacy Throughout the years the
highlight of a graduate’s year has been receiving their Wilson ring. A symbol of their four years and the unending bonds formed, the Wilson ring is a treasured piece of history imbued with the Wilson spirit. Many alumnae look back fondly on all the places their rings have gone with them and the doors it has opened. Whether it be worn in an interview or down the aisle, alumnae take pride in carrying the Wilson spirit with them wherever they may go. Recently, the Alumnae Association has made a call for these precious pieces to be passed down, asking alumnae to “ring it forward” to a new generation of Wilson students. This opportunity builds
on the importance of our past and all the optimism we have for the future. A Wilson ring is not just a piece of jewelry, bought to remember four years of education; it is a symbol of the honor, integrity, and loyalty that encompasses what it means to be a Wilson graduate.
If you are interested in becoming part of this legacy, please stop by the Alumnae House for more information or you can find the Ring it Forward forms online on the Alumnae Association webpage, www.wilson.edu/alumnae/alumnae-association.
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SOUND-OFF What is your favorite Halloween Movie?
Cyrstyn Hornung ‘19 “Halloweentown.”
Michael Martin ‘19 “Annabelle.”
Danielle Zona ‘18
“The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
Dana Kessler ‘19 “Nine.”
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INTERNATIONAL
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015
Korean Marital Relationships: A Confucian Past and Present By SungWon Kim
During entertainment shows or talk shows in Korea, most male entertainers who are married pretend to be unsatisfied as they talk about their wives and married lives. When female entertainers who are married talk about traditional family celebrations on TV shows, they are stressed out because they argue with their husbands about traditional family celebrations. The family system, as defined by ancient Confucius philosophy, has two noticeable impacts on current Korean marital relationships: a patriarchal hierarchy and traditional family celebrations. On a TV show, one chef had gotten married a few days prior and the other married men
advised him that his happiness would not last long. In this way, married men pretend to be unsatisfied when they talk about their married lives. This originated from the Joseon Dynasty, about 500 years ago. Confucianism, Chinese philosophy, was the ruling principle in the Joseon Dynasty, so the period was influenced heavily by Confucianism. In Confucianism, there were the five constant virtues: righteousness, benevolence, propriety, wisdom, and sincerity. At that time, propriety meant modesty. People were not allowed to show off or talk about themselves and this view has lasted until this century. Today most Koreans do not like showing off. On family traditional cel-
The Gleaning Project By Daniel Glazier
On Sep. 24 the Muhibbah Club participated in a gleaning project on a Franklin county farm. The club is focused on promoting diversity and cultural exchange between Wilson and the surrounding community. For those who are unfamiliar with the concept of gleaning, the harvested crops that are not viable for sale in the commercial market are distributed by volunteers to local food banks, families in need, and other community advancement. At this particular event, Muhibbah partnered with the “The Gleaning Project” supported by the South Central
Community Action Program (SCCAP). The participating club members, with a handful of outside volunteers, were able to glean approximately 1,500 pounds of cucumber. The next event Muhibbah hopes to participate in an apple glean in Adams county towards the end of October. The club eagerly looks forward to participating in fruitful gleans in the future.
Pictures provided by Daniel Glazier
ebrations, especially Korean Thanksgiving and New Year’s, a man and wife argue with each other over whether they should go to the husband’s house first or the wife’s. If they go to the husband’s house, the woman should prepare food for ancestral rites. While wives make traditional food, the only thing that husbands do is to watch TV or sleep which causes more argument. Also, in Confucianism, there were three basic principles in human relations. There were relationships between ruler and minister, father and son, and husband and wife. The minister should serve the ruler, the son should serve the father, and the wife should serve the husband. After a woman got married she was
no longer a member of her own family but rather considered a member of the husband’s house. Married women could not go to their family’s house and they were expected to help with the memorial service for ancestors in the in-law’s home. These days, young people have been taught in school that all people are equal and that men and women should be treated equally. The Joseon Dynasty disappeared and the traditional patriarchal system weakened with the urbanization process, but Confucianism is still deep-rooted in the society. It is revealed by the entertainers and the situation where a husband and wife argue with each other on traditional family celebrations.
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ENTERTAINMENT
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015
All Time Low at Indiana University of Pennsylvania By Jenna Kauffman
On Tuesday, Sept. 29, the pop-punk band All Time Low played at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) where roughly 500 people were in attendance to the show. This show marked the end of the band’s “Future Hearts” tour. Oddly enough, it was a little over a week before their next tour, “Back to the Future Hearts,” which started on Oct 9. Alex Gaskarth, lead singer and guitarist for the band, mentioned this fact on stage, eliciting laughs from the band and audience. The band, which formed back in 2003, has been known for their avid touring schedule, so this just put emphasis on it. IUP is roughly a two and a half hour drive from Wilson College, but fans from farther away also attended the show. In fact, Jack Barakat, guitarist of All Time Low, polled the crowd to see how many were students enrolled at the university. The results were about 50/50. IUP has hosted a variety of concerts over the years, from Maroon 5 to Jason Derulo.
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cess, they will in all likelihood remain down-to-earth. Currently, the band is in the midst of their “Back to the Future Hearts” tour. To find out more information about their upcoming tour dates, go to http://alltimelow.com/tour. To find out more about IUP concerts, email iup-ten@iup.edu or go to https://iup.collegiatelink.net/organization/TEN.
Photos by Jenna Kauffman
They have even featured fellow bands that All Time Low has toured with such as Boys Like Girls and Plain White T’s. It was only natural that All Time Low was the next choice. Prior to All Time Low’s performance, the band Hit the Lights from Lima, Ohio opened the concert. Having a similar style to All Time Low, Hit The Lights is more punk rock as opposed to pop punk. The band played a 45 minute set before All Time Low took the stage. The band did not disappoint, playing some of the more pop-
ular singles such as “Weightless” and “Time Bomb.” They played “Cinderblock Garden,” a song from their latest record, “Future Hearts,” for the first time live. The band also covered Blink-182’s song “All The Small Things” as well as Lit’s “My Own Worst Enemy.” Despite all of the band’s success of having released six albums they continue to remain humble, offering meetand-greets with fans before shows as well as bringing fans on stage. As the band continues with their suc-
“Zirconium Meconium”: A Dreamy Album by Fever The Ghost By Wyatt Boyer
The band Fever the Ghost is not a household name just yet. Beginning their rise to prominence in the Los Angeles region, their music is frequently described as psychedelia, glam rock, sci-fi pop, and psych pop. With a five man lineup and an Extended Play (EP) behind their backs, Fever the Ghost made 2015 the year to release their first full-length album, “Zirconium Meconium.” The new album cannot be put into a single genre or category. Each song takes the listener on an entirely different journey, digging its claws into an area of music unbeknownst to the listener. One thing is for certain, though, and that is Fever the Ghost knows how to make some really catchy
hooks. Between the glitchy, electronic samples and distorted piano are choruses that will make anyone’s foot tap. The band has described the album as a “collection of songs musically interpreting the third dimensional integration process from the perspective of vital force energy incarnating into the physical world.” It sounds trippy and out-there, but Zirconium Meconium has a pop sound with a dreamy feel to it that can appeal to anyone. It is certainly weird and a huge departure from songs heard on the radio today, but there is a certain charm to it that needs to be heard to be understood. Fever the Ghost makes generous use of layering on this album. Every song has a cacophony of sounds go-
ing on at once. Somehow the band makes this work and never does this layering hamper a song in the slightest. “Zirconium Meconium” is full of energy and rarely stops to take a breath. Songs are fast, upbeat, and very ‘in your face’ from start to finish. Minus a few transitions and slower-tempo songs, this theme carries on for most of the album. On top of this, the band uses jarring electronic samples and glitch noises to add a jarring feel to the album. It puts the listener on edge a bit, but the band makes it work by not overdoing it. Stand-out tracks include “Rounder II,” “Hinterland,” “Surfs Up!...Nevermind.,” “1518,” and “Sun Moth.” While every track is an experience in
and of itself, these few stand above the rest and really show what Fever the Ghost is capable of. The album is laid out like a stream of consciousness and listening to the entire thing front to back is the best way to take it all in. Fever the Ghosts’ debut fulllength album “Zirconium Meconium” is quite the journey. Midst all the weirdness is a truly great album with tons of catchy hooks and choruses to keep the most casual listener entertained. Never sticking to one genre or theme, there is something for everyone to enjoy within the 13 tracks of this album. “Zirconium Meconium” is available on iTunes, Spotify, and Google Play.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Zombies: Rotting and Loving It By Kimberly Maske-Mertz
On Friday, Oct. 9, hordes of screaming fans descended upon Madison Square Garden in New York City to celebrate the red carpet premiere of AMC’s “The Walking Dead” and catch a glimpse of their favorite zombie-fighting heroes Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln), Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus), and Michonne (Danai Gurira). An estimated 14.6 million viewers then tuned in at 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11 when the Season 6 premiere aired. Just weeks before, its companion prequel series “Fear the Walking Dead” celebrated an estimated 11.2 million viewer average during its six-episode inaugural season, making it the most highly-rated first season in cable history. The first installment of “Fear’s” related web series “Fear the Walking Dead: Flight 462,” which premiered on YouTube on Oct. 4, currently
boasts over 1.15 million views. While zombies are nothing new, it seems that their prevalence in pop culture and society has increased exponentially since George Romero’s 1968 classic “Night of the Living Dead” staggered onto the big screen. However, gone are the days of pale corpses mumbling their desire for brains and victims simply running and screaming their heads off. The zombie offerings of the 21st century not only feature the most gruesome displays of blood, guts, and gore, but their would-be victims fight back with kickass, yet elegant coordination and expertise. And fans are eating it up. Interactive, zombiethemed attractions such as The Walking Dead Escape (San Diego) and The Zombie Run (events nationwide) are quickly becoming popular destinations for zombie aficionados to put their walkerfighting skills to the test.
Tue. Oct. 20 - Doomsday Scenarios Dr. Kelly Baker Sign, sign, everywhere a sign: Tim LaHaye’s End-Times Theologies 12pm in Laird Hall I’ll talk through some of LaHaye’s more recent apocalyptic visions and how they are different, and less popular, than his previous Left Behind series. Signs of end times emerge as political events. With a Shamble and a Moan: Zombie Apocalypses in American Culture 4pm in Laird Hall Zombies bring about the end of the world over and over again in popular culture. These monster tales provide not only visions of a dystopian end, but also say much about current moment’s humanity and inhumanity. Supported by the Orr Forum, proud sponsor of the Return of the Apocalyptic lecture series
Walker Stalker Con—a zombie, horror, and sci-fi convention that began two years ago as a grassroots, fan-based movement—has become the largest zombie-focused fan expo in the world with events scheduled from Atlanta to London and currently boasting an average attendance of 20,000 fans per convention. Even the U.S. Department of Defense and the Centers for Disease Control have pandered to the growing horde of zombie-obsessed fans, rolling out zombie apocalypse pre-
paredness PSAs and full-scale training exercises focused on stopping the flesh-eating fiends dead in their tracks. Alas, it seems that zombies will continue to infect the population into the foreseeable future. With new zombiethemed books, movies, video games, and television shows arising every day and everincreasing concern over the real-life possibility of societal collapse, the zombie genre will surely enjoy its immortality for generations to come.
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Steve-O Brings the Laughs to Harrisburg Comedy Zone By Jenna Kauffman
When there is a comedy show near a sketchy looking motel that looks like something from “Viva La Bam,” you know you have to be dealing with a Jackass. Except, well, in this case it was a different one. Instead of Bam Margera, it was SteveO’s comedy show on Thursday, Oct. 1 that had at least 150 people in attendance for the first show of the night. It was so popular he had to do another show following the first. Comedian Josh Kuderna, from Baltimore MD, opened for the famous star of the comedic TV/movie series “Jackass” with a short fifteen minute set. Once Steve-O began, everything was out there as
one would expect given Steve O’s history. While Kuderna briefly joked about controversial topics, Steve-O did as well and went into a lot of sexual humor along with inappropriate stories related with his TV show “Jackass.” At one point the comedian mentioned that he was not originally going to do a show in Harrisburg and joked that he needed the money to cover recent damages from a stunt he pulled. Steve-O kept the laughs going by talking about stunts never seen before on the TV show “Jackass,” as well as joking about all of the ‘relationships’ he has had, to put it in a PG context. Ironically, this particular show took place exactly fifteen years after the premiere of the first episode of “Jackass” on MTV, making it
a commemorative occasion. His set lasted a little over an hour, in which he concluded with a somersaultlike stunt while balancing a glass of water on his head, managing not to spill it. He also did his signature trick known as the “double-back.” However, viewer discretion is advised with that one. Steve-O took the time to meet with every fan afterwards and posted each photo on his website, http:// steveo.com/show-pix/, which goes to show how humble the comedian still is. To find out more information on the star or to find out more about his upcoming shows, go to http://steveo.com/.
Comics!! On Right: Halloween Jokes by Taylor Sanford On left: The Adventures of Doodle Boy by Taylor Sanford On Bottom: Loser Fish by Caleb Whitmore
Photo by Jenna Kauffman
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WEEKLY EVENTS
MONDAY
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015
CALENDAR TUESDAY
THURSDAY
WEDNESDAY
Morning Prayer Prayer Chapel, Lower Lenfest 8:00am
Fiber Fellowship Lenfest Commons 8:00pm-10:00pm Environmental Club 9:15pm
Wednesday Worship Alumnae Chapel 12:00pm-12:30pm
Walk & Talk Lenfest Commons 10:00am
Muhibbah Club Alumnae Chapel 9:15pm
Fri, Oct. 16
Sat, Oct. 17
Sun, Oct. 18
Mon, Oct. 19
Tues, Oct. 20
FranklinCountyHistorical Society-MurderMysteryat theOldJail 6:00pm-10:00pm Old Jail
Veterinary Studies Focus Day Super Hero 5K for the Brooks Complex Auditorium Boys & Girls Club 8:00am-1:00pm 2:00pm Boys & Girls Clubhouse AppleFest 9:00am-4:00pm Downtown Chambersburg
Portal Registration Training 5:00pm Brooks Auditorium
Sign, sign, everywhere a sign: Tim LaHaye’s End-Times Theologies, Dr. Kelly Baker 12:00pm-12:50pm Patterson Bay, Laird Hall
Kickball Tournament 4:30pm Laird Green 19th Annual Fall Harvest Festival 10:00am-5:00pm Summers Farm
Internship 101 3:00pm Science Center Room 266 Laird Hall
Army ROTC 10K/5K Run 9:00am-11:00am Shippensburg University Dancing with the Cars 7:00pm-12:0am Jennings Chevrolet and Buick
Wed, Oct. 21
Thurs, Oct. 22
Lunch N LearnChamber Choice 12:00pm-1:00pm Greater Chambersburg Chamber
Portal Registration Training Rededication of the John Human Loan Project Stewart Memorial Library Sarah’s Coffeehouse 11:00am 11:00am-6:00pm Allen Auditorium Chambers Rock Fest Internship 101 5:00pm-11:00pm 11:30am Scotland Campus Science Center 178 26th Annual Gala Hispanic Heritage Month Showcase Concert Movie: “Alfonsia” 7:30pm-9:00pm 7:30pm Alumnae Chapel Brooks Auditorium
Internship 101 11:30am Science Center Room 178
Wed, Oct. 28
Thurs, Oct. 29
Fri, Oct. 30
Sat, Oct. 31
Tues, Nov. 3
Film: The Stanford Experiment 7:00pm-9:00pm Shippensburg University Orndorff Theater
3rd Annual Halloween Party 9:00pm-11:00pm Science Complex
Hotel Transylvania 6:00pm Capitol Theatre
Halloween!
Beyond Pragmatic Politics: African American Science Fiction as Political Theology, Dr. Vincent Lloyd 12:00pm-12:50pm Laird Hall
Jurassic World 9:30pm-11:00pm Shippensburg University Orndorff Theater
Internship 101 3:00pm Science Center Room 178
Fri, Oct. 23
Sat, Oct. 24
Bram Stokers Dracula 9:00pm Capitol Theatre Jurassic World 8:00pm-9:30pm Shippensburg University Orndorff Theater
Tues, Oct. 27
Climate Change and the Global South, Silvia Muylaert 12:00pm-12:50pm Patterson Bay, Laird Hall
Love in the End Times: On Samuel Delany and #blacklivesmatter, Dr. Vincent Lloyd 4:00pm Laird Hall
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