WILSON
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SPRING 2020 ISSUE 1
WILSON COLLEGE
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2020
Welcome Back to a Brand New Semester!
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EDITORIAL
IN THIS ISSUE... It’s Okay To Not Be Okay. Have Hope.
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It’s Okay To Not Be Okay. Have Hope.
Campus 3-6
Blackity Black Week Common Hour Personal Librarians Taylor 2 Dance Company New Portal, Who Dis? Uno Game Night Staying Safe on Campus
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Northwood Books Denim Coffee
Sports 8-10
Wilson’s Hunt Seat Team Student Photographs Bears Game Baseball Season Start Softball Season Start
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Psych Column Bisexual Erasure
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I was going to write about new music that a few of my favorite bands came out with for this editorial, but I soon realized that I write about music all the time. I always say, “well, it’s because I love music.” That is true, but I think what really sticks out to me is the emotion in the music. I realized that a lot of the music I listen to helps keep my racing mind steady. Let me just say, the beginning of this semester has not been easy in the slightest. I struggled to focus on a lot, but then over focused on things at the same time. I could not get my mind to stop thinking. My grandfather has been in and out of the hospital and that just fuels more anxiety. I was struggling with balancing homework for my classes while also trying to take a break to keep myself sane. Two things kept me going these past weeks: my friends and music. My mental health was not at its best. I put on the fake smile and told everyone
I was fine while on the inside all I wanted to do was sleep. I did not want to go to classes. I did not want to do homework. I did not want to do anything. However, I persisted through with the help of those around me and the soothing words of song lyrics that cheered me on and told me I was not alone. I bring all of this up because mental health is important. Knowing how to take care of yourself is important. I cope by listening to music and hanging out with my friends. Doing something creative also helps. Everyone is different. I know a lot of people are uncomfortable with talking about mental health, especially their own, but no one should be scared or ashamed to talk about it. Everyone has their own anxieties and reasons to be unhappy. But it is okay to not be okay and I think more people need to hear that. Last year the Billboard had a fundraiser for the nonprofit charity, Hope for the Day. We
sold bracelets that said, “It’s okay to not be okay. Have hope.” We still have bracelets for anyone who would like them, free of charge. If anyone is interested, please contact me. Do not be afraid to talk about your mental health. Help break the stigma associated with it. After all, no one is alone.
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Kayla Enck Ciera Erwin Moriah Story Kelly Shank Shallyn Fanjoy Zach Powell Samantha Cantrell Olivia Shirk Nataniel Pimentel
EDITORIAL MISSION STATEMENT The Wilson Billboard is a once-monthly, student-run news magazine 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.
Blackity
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On Tuesday, a game night in cancel culture,” and so on. event was held for members. Some statements were agreed We played Black Card Re- upon by everyone, whereas voked, “Do All Black People others such as “Dating OutThink Alike”, which appeared side of Race” led to discussion, to be the game of the night, which often sprouted another and ended with Black Jeopar- discussion or debate. I persondy. “Do All Black People Think ally enjoy games such as these Alike” was a discussion-based because it allows people to get game, where our club presi- to know one another without dent, Armani Johnson 21’, judgment. We were able to stated a question or topic and listen to other people’s point we answered by separating of views and understand why ourselves into Screenshot from Pres. Fugate’s IG they agree or disagree with certain statements. the selected Our Wednesday event answer groups. was dedicated to our The sections women’s and men’s baswere “Strongketball teams. Considly Agree”, ering most of our BSU “Agree”, “Dismembers are athletes, agree”, and we wanted to let them “Strongly Disknow that they have agree.” The topics varied President Fugate and BSU. our support. Thursfrom casual conversation to day’s event was a movie night controversial opinions. Some and it was nice to have some of the statements were “I love members come and enjoy a soul food,” “Kanye West is in- movie together. We also had vited to the cookout,” “I date our kickback party event on outside of my race,” “It is okay Friday. Thank you to everyfor non-black people to wear one who came out and particidreads or braids,” “I believe pated throughout the week!
Common Hour: Living Boldly
Editor-in-Chief: Hannah Middaugh Graphic Design Editor: Hannah Middaugh Online Editors: Zach Powell
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military history. There were During the middle of the se- so many things to see and mester, officers of BSU decided learn so some of us did not to host a week full of events get to see everything. Altocalled Blackity Black Week. gether, it was a fun trip and a We decided to host it in Feb- great way to kick off the week. ruary since it is Black History On Monday we hosted Black Month. We also took a trip to Thought, which was a discusthe National Museum of Af- sion event between BSU memrican American History and bers and the campus. Members Culture in DC the Sunday of spoke about their experience Blackity Black Week. It was as a black student on a PWI great to go to the museum, I campus as well as their expewas pretty excited and looked riences within society. There forward to viewing the top were various topics regarding floor, which was dedicated to issues on campus such as the the entertainment history of use of racial slurs or the feelblack culture. ing of separation, There were difwhether it’s intenferent sections tional or a natural devoted to achabit. We had the tors, singers, pleasure of having rappers, dancPresident Fugate ers, and black attend and listen culture. There to our discussion. was even a secAfterwards he tion that was spoke about how at the museum. set up like a BSU members important it is to Screenshot from BSU’s IG music studio, which was my put oneself in someone else’s favorite part. The next level shoes and I think that is essenbelow was dedicated to African tial because it will allow people American athletes as well as to understand one another. By Ciera Erwin
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Hannah’s • 5 Seconds of Summer: “No Shame” • All Time Low: “Some Kind of Disaster” • 5 Seconds of Summer: “Old Me” • All Time Low: “Sleeping In”
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If you happen to find yourself at the John Stewart Memorial Library on a Monday at noon, you may notice a unique conversation occurring. Throughout the semester these weekly events are referred to as the Common Hour. You may end up learning something by attending for one week or several. Over the past few weeks, Wilson students, faculty, staff, and community members have heard from a diverse group of speakers. These speakers gave the Common Hour lectures as part of this academic year’s series, “Living Boldly.” These lectures challenged people to ask questions to get to know more about themselves as well as the speakers’ back-
a Musgrounds. lim and The past a Marine several sessions in the United have foStates cused on Marine embracCorps. ing diversity and Slats Toole being spoke on aware Queerof miing God norities within towards a celour culebratory ture. theology. Caitlyn Michael Barry, Cornewho is Photo by Kelly Shank Matthew McBride doing a reading. lius, Matthew McBride and the Assistant Professor of Law at Villanova Univerothers did readings of Bold Words this past week. sity, spoke on community The Common Hour preslawyering within immigrant communities in Penn- ents itself as a learning experience but I believe sylvania. Mansoor Shams it is a rewarding part of spoke on his experience as
the learning atmosphere on campus. I always walk away knowing something more about the diversity of our campus community as well as our country and the rest of the world. If you are interested in learning more about the Common Hour, visit www. wilson.edu/common-hour, or visit the Common Hour on Facebook. The next lecture will be held on Monday March 2, located in the Patterson Board Room at noon. Following dates for the remaining Common Hour lectures will be March 10 (note: this is a Tuesday rather than Monday), March 23, and March 30 in Lenfest Learning Commons, located on the ground floor of the library.
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Understanding Your Personal Librarian By Olivia Shirk
While at Wilson College, there are a number of ways to access academic help. There is the Academic Success Center, the One Stop Student Center, and, perhaps most importantly, the Personal Librarian. Personal librarians are our lovely librarians (Kelly, James, Shanna, and Maleah) who are there to help us find everything we need for a research paper, a book we might be missing, a book to enjoy, or even just to chat! They are so open and friendly, and willing to help anyone! When a student first arrives on campus, they are assigned a personal librarian by the first letter of their last name. This helps keep things organized and gives them someone they can go to right off the bat for the semester. As you get to know the librarians, you may talk to someone else more, but you will always have your assigned personal librarian there to help you. Technically, Maleah Friedline, the Learning Commons Coordinator, is not an official personal librarian. Friedline is at the library on nights and weekends, when most of the other librarians are not there, so she is a key person to go to in a weekend panic if you need help. Shanna Hollich, the Collections Management Librarian, has said that Friedline is often mistaken for a student, in part because she did her undergraduate degree at Wilson. Hollich told me in an interview that all of the librarians are fairly close friends with each other and will gladly refer students to each other if they feel that will help the student. Hollich also says that their feelings will not be hurt if someone prefers to go to a specific librarian, they see it fairly often and that is alright. I was also told that she gets asked questions in some strange places. People have stopped her in the dining hall to ask questions, and
I once asked her before choir stop what they are currently research at all. This will help about a book, and we spent working on because you have your personal librarian help a fair chunk of time look- decided to procrastinate and you the best way they can. ing for it, though I was not are scrambling. They will do That being said, if someone able to get a physical copy. their best, and want to help, does not know who their perJames D’Annibale, who is a but they can only do so much. sonal librarian is, they recomReference Librarian and the They are people who have mend going to the library webDirector of Educational Tech- lives outside of work. Both site and clicking on the Ask a nology, has some wild stories of Hollich and D’Annibale have Librarian tab and filling out requests. One was from an in- said that they do not check the form. The completed form mate in a Californian will be sent to all of prison who sent him the librarians and a letter saying that he someone will be able had some parts to a to help. D’Annibale Nintendo Wii and reand Hollich have said quested D’Annibale’s that they love seeing help in knowing what a student’s face when else he would need to it hits that the librarmake it work in his ians are real people cell. D’Annibale reand not omniscient sponded with some beings. Students tend information on what to think that librarhe could do, and the ians know everything, inmate sent him anbut if they did, we other letter thanking would only have one him. It turns out that librarian and not our the inmate was learnwonderful staff of liing to play the Wii so brarians. For examhe could play with ple, when a student his son, as he was set comes to D’Annibale to soon be released. with a long, intimiD’Annibale said that dating science term the letters are in the he may refer them Hankey Center beto someone else because of the strangecause science is not ness of the situation. his area of expertise. D’Annibale also As for contacting the says of students, “I relibrarians, they prefer ally love when people email, but D’Annibale come with topics that can also be reached I haven’t seen other through his Canvas students write about.” inbox or on the Portal. He describes one stu- Library and IT Ad Photo By Hannah Middaugh They have said they dent who was writing a paper their emails on the weekend can be contacted about anyabout a very niche environ- because that is their time off. thing and their door is almost mental topic, and how he acThey also request that, always open to students. Holtually went to Kelly Spiese, when a student does email lich has said that she is glad the Reference and Instruction them with a request, more to have students drop by, and Librarian, for more info. Hol- information is best. Some she always has food available lich dubs Spiese “the guru” students try to take up as litin her office. The same goes for because she has been with tle space as possible in their other librarians as well, though Wilson so long and knows the email, but both Hollich and perhaps they may lack food. library so well. Hollich also D’Annibale confirmed that Personal librarians are there says on the subject of finding they would love a PDF of the to connect students to inforreference works, “Whatever syllabus or, even better, the mation that will help them. help that is, we’ll figure it out.” assignment itself when askWhether it is a personal quesSome advice Hollich and ing for sources. They want tion, sources for an academic D’Annibale have for students as many details as the stupaper, or just to vent a little, is, most importantly, do not dent can give them, includthey are happy to be of aswait until the last minute to try ing what the student has alsistance whenever they can and get ahold of a librarian for ready tried in their research be. Pop by the library to say sources. They cannot always process if they have begun hello to a librarian sometime!
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Taylor 2 Dance Company Performs at Capitol Theatre
By Ciera Erwin
On February 21, the famous Taylor 2 Dance Company came to perform in Chambersburg at the Capitol Theatre. Some Orchesis members (about 11 of us) were also given the opportunity to assist with the event. We were given duties such as greeting people at the door, handling coat checks, giving out programs, and ushering people to their seats. I helped escort people to their seats and at first it was a bit nerve wracking. After a while I was more comfortable, especially after seeing familiar faces from Wilson like faculty, professors, and students. Taylor 2’s performance was amazing. Throughout the show, the dancers showed us their ability and strength by executing numerous lifts along with moments of balance. It was interesting to see how they were able to combine different dance styles together including modern, contemporary, and ballet. My favorite piece was “Oh Johnny, Oh Johnny, Oh!”, which was performed by Mr. Vorsteg and all the female dancers in the company. Its setting was in the 1940’s, like all the other dances, and in-
New By Julia Roat
Portal,
As we dive into the new semester, we will also begin to understand how to navigate the newly launched MyWilson Portal and app. According to James D’Annibale, Director of Educational Technology at Wilson, the update is meant to encourage student engagement and to aid in decluttering inboxes. Including a social media aspect for portal and the app allows the chance for students to talk about issues in a space where faculty can be made better aware of the issues and take action. D’Annibale cites that in the commuter group students have already
Taylor 2 Dance Company
Photo by Ciera Erwin
cluded some humor, which I think everyone enjoyed. The concept behind many of the numbers showcased what couples experienced in relationships during World War II, and the dancers made that story very clear. After the performance, the dancers were able to interact with the audience by doing a Q&A, which was hosted
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begun to use the update to inquire more about parking, sparking conversation with the parking committee. In addition to groups for commuters and residential students, there are plans to create official groups for all clubs on campus, however the date of that update is TBD. In order to ease the pain of figuring out how to use the new portal, D’Annibale suggests utilizing the Favorites tab and the Search bar. Any suggestions, comments, or questions can be directed to James D’Annibale anytime at james.dannibale@wilson.edu or by phone at 717-262-2687.
by Wilson College Master of Fine Arts Program Director, Joshua Legg. There were questions regarding their muscle strength and approaching a career in dance. The dancers always stretch, and even have postwarm up stretches. Equipment like rollers help them stretch out their muscles and are often packed for travel-
ing. As far as approaching a career in dance, it was stated that keeping connections with professors and even peers is very important because those are the people who can provide advice. Experiencing the performance of Taylor 2 was amazing, and if they are performing in your area, I recommend buying a ticket.
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First UNO Tournament Hosted by Gamers Club Is a Success By Moriah Story two” cards and “skips,” many
Family game nights pale in comparison to the excitement of the UNO Tournament that was held by Wilson College’s Gamers Club on February 20. Almost 40 students gathered in Jensen Dining Hall and battled each other for the title of ultimate UNO champ, as well as gift cards for the top three winners. After an hour and a half of playing cards, shouting, and table slapping, Luz Rodriguez ‘23 was ultimately crowned the champion. Rodriguez had no idea that she would win, she said. She simply played her best and managed to come out on top. A faithful member of the Gamers club, Rodriguez was happy to win the tournament and walked away with a $50 gift card to Amazon as her prize. Carter Marsh ‘22, President of the Gamers Club and sophomore in the animal studies program, emphasized how this simple game is great for drawing in a wide range of students. “UNO is one of those games where anyone can win,” said Marsh. Senior Daniel Perry, treasurer of the Gamers Club and a Financial Mathematics and Business Manage
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ment major, explained that this event was unlike any other they had held before. “When you think tournaments, you don’t think UNO,” he said. It was the combination of free snacks and drinks, jovial competition with peers and upbeat music that drew such a loud crowd for the event. Ultimately, being a game of chance, no one had any idea who would walk away with the title of champion. Each person who participated in the tournament
was assigned to a seat at one of the tables, reminded of the rules, and dealt their cards. From there, organized chaos ensued. Some students played a quiet game, saving their best cards for the perfect moment. Others could hardly contain their excitement and anticipation as they swapped humorous insults and colorful cards with other players around the table. As the rounds progressed and more and more students fell victim to “draw
players stuck around to snack on cookies and chips while crowding around the remaining six to cheer them on until the final hand. The officers of the Gamers Club all agreed that the UNO Tournament was a major success and discussed the idea of holding another one in an upcoming semester because of its popularity with students. With such a good turnout and high enthusiasm from players, this was a spectacular event for those involved in the Gamers Club. The club strives to host events that all students can enjoy, as well as more niche events for faithful club members to explore their passion for more intense or advanced games. According to Perry, the club has very few requirements to join, so all students are free to drop by an event or meeting if they are interested in joining an extracurricular that does not take much extra time or effort to enjoy. Board games, video games and card games are all interests of club members and Marsh expects to plan more events such as this UNO tournament for Wilson students sometime in the rest of this spring semester.
realize because we ignore basic safety rules. Most of this information can be found in the blue book and on the Wilson website. Most importantly, Campus Safety consists of our security guards, led by Sam Woodring and Kevin Miller. The phone number to contact security is 717-372-2255. If there are any concerns at all, call security as soon as possible. Even if all that is needed is someone to walk you back to your dorm, it is better to be safe than to be sorry. Safety off campus should also be kept in mind, especially when driving home or drinking alcoholic bev-
erages. Never drink and drive. It seems like it is common knowledge, but people still make the decision to drink and drive, insisting they’re only “buzzed,” and that’s when an accident happens. That’s when people get hurt and innocent families are torn apart. Be responsible with any drinking done on or off campus. Moving on to something else tempting, most drugs are illegal and should not be taken. This also sounds like common knowledge, but according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 19.7 million Americans battled substance abuse in 2017.
Substance abuse is real and it always ends in either remission or tragedy. Don’t become another statistic, talk to a hotline such as the one for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) at 1-800-662-4357. Spring is a great season. There is more sunshine, warmer weather, and it immediately precedes summer. At Wilson, we have Spring Fling celebrations that last all weekend, Dean’s Day, and other time-honored traditions. Don’t let a bad decision ruin this spring for you, or for anyone else. Stay safe and have fun!
The final UNO round.
Safe
With Spring Break approaching and fun things on the horizon, there should be a couple of things on everyone’s mind before they head out on their adventures. Safety should be the first priority for everyone, no matter what the shenanigans on or off campus might be. Nobody wants to be having fun then find themselves in a hospital waiting room or worse, be the one in the hospital bed. To start, safety on campus is very important, since safety in general is very important. Unfortunately, as young adults, we tend to get into more trouble than we
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Exploring By Shallyn Fanjoy
Northwood Books is a bookstore in downtown Chambersburg. While Northwood Books may seem small from the outside, the inside is huge! Inside, the store is filled with books. There are books on every surface: tables, ledges, shelves, even the floor. The shelves are full of books, and some of the piles on the floor come up to hip level. However, they do not impede the flow of the store, nor do they get in the way of the shelves. That being said, all the books are organized by genre
Northwood Books
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Caffeination By Samantha Cantrell
For many college students, a cup of coffee is simply a source of caffeine to get through a busy day; but it’s much more than that for Matt Ramsay, owner and founder of Denim
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at a simple part of their daily routine: a cup of coffee. This is achieved in several ways: an inviting atmosphere, thoroughly trained staff members, and high-quality coffee.
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like any other bookstore. Every time you think you have explored all the rooms, another little corner that you haven’t seen seems to show up. The types of books range from children to adults, small print to large print, non-fiction to fiction, and more. I could spend hours browsing the shelves. Another one of the great parts about this bookstore is that it is a family-owned business. You know when you are buying these books that you are supporting a small business instead of a chain store.
Connection
Their coffee is selected after a detailed vetting process from suppliers recognized as the top 1% in the world. It is grown on farms that have often been passed down for several gen-
erations at high altitudes in rocky soil, but much like in life, the result is worth the struggle. In fact, these farms are part of the inspiration of Denim’s name. Much like the
Bags of roasted Denim Coffee
way cloth is woven together to create strong fabric, the stories of everyone involved in the making and consumption of coffee are connected. The vision for Denim Coffee was to turn the owner’s passion for building relationships into a space for people to meet and a product that would bring people joy (as exemplified in their mission statement, ‘Make Better Coffee’). In a world full of division, it is important to remember things that bring humanity together regardless of gender, race, age, religion, and more, and to take the opportunity to get to know someone.
Campus Lattes from Denim Coffee
Coffee (located in downtown Chambersburg and Carlisle). For Matt, coffee is a common factor in the lives of nearly every demographic that provides a middle ground for discussion and foundation for friendships. Matt believes that, “Coffee is beautiful on its own, but it’s also common ground for connection,” which provides the core of Denim’s mission. With a background in ministry and experience in his university’s café, Matt saw the loneliness that many people experience in all stages of life and sought to bring people together by changing the way people look
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Hunt By Kayla Enck
Wilson College’s Hunt Seat team made their semester debut with their first show, hosted by Penn State Altoona and Gettysburg. The sho was held at Grier school, located in Birmingham, Pa. The Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) show, located almost two hours away, began with the horse draw and warm-up. The purpose of IHSA is to give every college student the ability to
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show hunt seat, no matter their riding level or financial status. Riders were randomly assigned a horse to ride for their class and given the opportunity to watch their horse warmup prior to their class. The idea behind this is to make the draw fair and show the rider’s ability to get on an unfamiliar horse and successfully perform. While there are many different levels in IHSA, the basics behind the show are the same. Each rider was given the
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chance to ride the horse that they drew to the best of their ability to earn points for their team (as well as individually). This show was a wonderful way for students to gain showing experience without spending the amount of money it would typically cost to show competitively. Wilson students work hard each week during practices, workouts, service projects, and classes to maintain their spot on the team. Their hard work was vis-
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ible at the first show at Grier School. The first day of the show was very successful, as the team placed in third overall. On both days of the show, many individual personal bests were reached. The members of the team continue to make progress, ride successfully, and enhance their horsemanship skills. The team’s next shows will be on March 28th and 29th in Ringoes, New Jersey, at Black River Stables.
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By Hannah Middaugh
Photographs
On December 28, 2019, I had the chance to photograph a Hershey Bears ice hockey game. Going into this, I had only photographed concerts. Let me tell you something, concert photography and sports photography are two different ball games. The
Bears
and how things worked. Meanwhile,I had no idea. I was constantly asking people for directions to other locations and how to get to different places from the stairwell. Everyone was helpful and nice when I asked. I had to talk to a few of the security guards between the first two periods people you are photographing are moving faster on ice than at a concert. I had to adapt faster than I usually do in photography situations. Meeting the photographers of the team was interesting. The head photographer, Bill Duh, gave me the lowdown on how things worked and where I could take photos. He was very helpful and introduced me to a few of the other photographers, including Caroline O’Connor and Tori Hartman. Talking to both O’Connor and Hartman was very educational and easy. As the first two female photographers I met,
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I asked them if they had any advice for starting out in the field. O’Connor told me to make as many female friends in the industry as I could. Hartman told me even if I did not know what I was doing to pretend I knew what I was doing, and no one would know the difference. I felt super underdressed
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The Wilson College Hunt Seat team
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ing able to watch and photograph the game up close was amazing. I watched Hershey’s goaltender get pucks shot at him with a crazy amount of force. I saw both the Bears and Baby Penguins get into a fight. I got to witness one of Hershey’s forwards, Mike Sgarbossa have his nose broken
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at certain points. Most of the male photographers were dressed in blue jeans while O’Connor and Hartman were wearing dress pants and a dress shirt. I ended up wearing a pair of jeans and a long-sleeved tshirt. O’Connor commented on my outfit saying, “You look like you just came from an Aerosmith concert. It’s cool. Don’t sweat it. This is your first game. You just know what to do for next time.” Photographing my first hockey game was a bit intimidating at times, too. Everyone knew what was going on
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Defending the puck
of the game to be directed to the right areas. Experiencing part of how p h o t o graphing an official h o c k e y game works was a phenomenal experience. I had the opportunity to sit in the press box and work beside photographers. The experience of be- Media Pass
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after a hit to the face. Being up close to a game is an experience I will never forget. I will always appreciate all the advice I was given and the connections I made. I am thankful for Matt Trust, the Bears’ media coordinator, Bill Duh, Caroline O’Connor, and Tori Hartman for the wonderful experience.
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Baseball Starts Second Season
Schuylkill on March 2. Wilson will host their first home conference game against Keystone College on March 28. This year, each CSAC team will play a two-game series against other CSAC opponents with the championship tournament starting on Wednesday, May 6. The top four teams will be playing. The championship series, which is double elimination, will be held at the highest seed starting on Friday, May 9.
By Nathaniel Pimentel
Season number two is about to be underway for Wilson College’s baseball team. The Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) has released its preseason poll for the upcoming 2020 season. The Wilson College baseball team was selected for a tie in second place with 39 points
Brandon Cook ‘21
Nathaniel Pimentel ‘22
and two first-place votes. Wilson who finished with a record of 21-13 in their first season as a program and a (96) record in CSAC play, will open their season with a double header against Albright College on the road, February 29. The first game will start at 12p.m. and the second game will follow at 2:30p.m. Their first home game will be against Penn State Photo by Casey Kauffman
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Connor Martian ‘22
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Softball Chosen to be Champions in Upcoming Season By Nathaniel Pimentel
The 2019 Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC) champions season is about to start. The Softball Champions were chosen to be conference champions for the upcoming 2020 season. The Phoenix, who won their very first CSAC title in the
27-8-2 last season and went undefeated (14-0) in CSAC play. Wilson opens up the 2020 season at the Fast Pitch Dreams Spring Classic in Myrtle Beach, S.C. on March 15 against SUNY-Poly starting at 9:30 a.m. The Phoenix’s first game against a CSAC opponent is on Saturday, March
Each t e a m will play a doubleheader against each other, with the CSAC Championship featuring a five-team field. The one-game play will be held on Wednesday, April 29, with the fourth seed hosting the fifth seed. The Softball Team During a Play
Wilson’s Softball Team
first year of being in the CSAC conference, got 81 points and all nine votes needed to place. The Phoenix had a record of
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28, at Centenary University, starting at 3p.m., followed by another game at 5p.m.
winner ofPhotos Provided by Dough Cail that game will join the three other teams in a double-elimination, two-day tournament at the highest seed, starting on Friday, May 1. The winner of the tournament will receive the conference’s automatic qualifier to the NCAA tournament.
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Awareness
sue. March is mental health awareness month. Let us all have a hand in raising awareness for mental health issues. There are some types of mental health issues that may be more visible than others. Some examples of less visible illnesses may be schizophrenia, agoraphobia, and dissociative identity disorder. There are some mental health issues that are more visible to everyone. Examples of this may
include generalized anxiety disorder, eating disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and depression. The untrue stigma that if you cannot see it it’s not there is still present in our society. One model of health in psychology is the biopsychosocial approach. This approach is a mix of biological, psychological, and social factors. This can also be applied to mental health. Biologically, physi-
their sexuality in some way. It is not uncommon for “You’re just confused; You’ll pick a side eventually.” These people to suggest that when are the words that bisexuals someone who identifies as dread. It is this kind of think- bisexual is involved romaning, often called bisexual era- tically with someone of the sure, that promotes the idea opposite gender, their label that the term “bi” isn’t a valid label. According to the global market research group Kantar TNS, as of 2017, 4% of the U.S. population identifies as bisexual, and these numbers continue to grow. But despite the fact that Americans are increasingly coming out as bisexual, the destructive patterns of erasure and ignorance still plague society. In her article “5 Myths About Bisexuality that Contribute to Bi Erasure,” Kyli Rodriguez-Cayro suggests that people who identify this way often feel as though they are “stuck in limbo - not ‘gay’ enough for some, and not Bisexual pride flag ‘straight’ enough for others.” changes to “straight.” The Misconceptions that contrib- same goes for bisexuals dating ute to this harmful stereotyp- someone of the same sex; they ing often center around the are often perceived as “gay.” common inability to believe These are nothing more than that it is possible for a person to stereotypes. Bisexuals do not be attracted to more than one become gay or straight based gender simultaneously. These on the person they are dat“pick a side” comments are of- ing, because being bisexual ten accompanied by the incor- in itself is its own complete rect belief that a bisexual per- sexuality. Although sexuality son’s choice in partner alters is fluid, those who identify as
bisexual will continually be capable of experiencing attraction toward any gender; this is what makes them distinct. Although it may be difficult for some people to grasp the idea that bisexuality is
By Shallyn Fanjoy
The brain is a complicated organ that controls a host of functions that happen within our bodies. Sometimes, things happen that we cannot control. Historically, mental health is something humans have thought about and acted negatively towards. Today, we are fighting the negative stigma against mental health. One way of doing this is by raising awareness about the is-
Saying By Moriah Story
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cal health and genetic predispositions can strongly affect someone. Psychologically, self-esteem, social skills, and coping skills can be impactful. Socially, this includes friends, peers, school, and family. All of these combined can affect someone’s mental health. Remember not to judge someone too quickly, because you never know what is happening in their life that you cannot see.
Erasure
ple who identify as bisexual suffer from the highest rates of poor mental health, more than gay or straight people. Other harmful accusations such as persistent unfaithfulness or promiscuity are often hurled at bisexuals as well, which only contribute to American society’s tendency to disregard bisexuality as a valid label. Unfortunately, these insults and misconceptions stem from both the LGBTQ+ community and the straight community, leaving many bisexuals feeling excluded and misunderstood on both sides. Working toward a more holistic understanding of bisexuality in all of its complexity is a worthy goal, for the sake of the millions of U.S. citizens who claim this label as their own. Bisexual erasure benefits no Photo from Wikimedia Commons communities, because indeed a real, and valid, la- it prevents widespread repbel, for the sake of queer resentation, allowing harmful people’s mental health it is thought patterns to continue. important to work toward No matter your labels, no erasing the stigma and confu- matter your sexuality, know sion surrounding bisexuality. that there are others going Being told one’s sexuality is through these experiences illegitimate can be an incred- too. Eradicating bisexual eraibly hard experience for some- sure brings people one step one to endure, and recent stud- closer to building a world ies by the Bisexual Research full of people who accept one Center have shown that peo- another for who they are.
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ENTERTAINMENT
TikTok Star Ryan Pishotti Talks Hopeful Music Career
“Up to this point, I have written all of my songs by myself,” he says. “I probably have written/recorded close to 300 songs. I actually do want to start collaborating with other writers on songs. I think two brains are better than one. I just think overall that could improve the song quality.” As for the production of his music, Pishotti likes being involved with the mixing and mastering of his songs. “I actually don’t make beats, which Screenshot from Pishotti’s Instagram by Hannah Middaugh comes back Ryan Pishotti remember in high school sit- to the not playing any instruting in class and hearing these ments thing. Making beats is two kids freestyle. I thought it really difficult. I have so much was so cool and then randomly respect for the producers that I just told people I was going have made every beat for me. to make a mixtape.” He also When it comes to mixing and mentions that at the time no mastering the songs, though, one else was making music I like to have complete control locally, so everyone doubted of that aspect,” Pishotti states. Pishotti says that he gets his that he would pursue it. It only made him want to pur- inspiration for his music from sue music even more. “That the world around him. “I pull was five years ago and here I a lot of song ideas from my am still doing it, so I think it own experiences with girls,” he was a good decision to do it.” notes. “But I also like to sing Although Pishotti fre- about stuff people I’m close to quently gets asked if he plays go through in their life.” His any instruments, he actu- family also inspires him to conally does not. He states, “I tinue pursuing a music career. The songwriting process for definitely want to, though. I took guitar lessons when Pishotti varies with each song I was younger, and I have a and that is what makes it so piano in my studio at home. enjoyable for him. “I’ve had The opportunities are there. songs take months and I’ve It just comes down to finding had songs take thirty minenough time to learn ‘cause utes to make,” he says. He it isn’t an easy thing to do.” and his father built a studio at Where it comes to creat- his home that gives him easy ing his music, Pishotti writes access anytime he feels like all his own songs. How- making a song. Pishotti also ever, he would not be op- admits, “Recording the song posed to writing with others. usually takes longer for me
By Hannah Middaugh
Cortland, Ohio native Ryan Pishotti does not have a “crazy cool backstory” about how he became interested in music. The 22-year-old admits, “I just
than writing the song because I’m such a perfectionist when it comes to how it sounds.” Since 2016, Pishotti has released three albums and six singles. He says, “Every song holds a special place with me and a special moment of what I was going through when I made it.” He also mentions that if he had to pick some of his favorite songs they would be “I Got a Good Thing,” “Caravan,” “iNeedSpace,” “Blush,” “DNA,” and “I Don’t Like Cool People.” Pishotti’s favorite music artist changes constantly. He mentioned that he likes small artists like Bryson Tiller, Aries, Iann Diorr, Arizona Zervas, and then artists like Machine Gun Kelly, Camilla Cabello, and Dababy. His absolute favorite, he says, is Justin Bieber. “I would love to hear his untold story of being a child pop star, and all the stuff he went through,” he says. “I think his music and accomplishments speak for themselves.” And if Pishotti could collaborate with any artists? “I would like to say Justin Bieber, but he doesn’t do a ton of features,” he says. “I think another big one would be Drake just because it’s Drake. It would be so cool to say I have a song with him.” Music listeners of all ages can enjoy Pishotti’s songs. Although he has noticed his de-
mographic is mostly female, he does not believe age is as established. “I’ve had people from ages 10-35 say they love my music, so I don’t think I need to cater to anyone specifically. [I’m just going to] keep doing what I’m doing and hope everyone likes it for what it is,” says Pishotti. As for the future, Pishotti wants to keep making music and see where it takes him. “When I release a song, it is such a good feeling knowing that there’s people out there listening to it and even helping some people get through whatever they’re going through. I think I’ll make music as long as I possibly can even if I only had one person listening to it.” Pishotti is excited to release a new single and says he’s hopeful about a new album and more music videos. He also has 250K followers on TikTok. “That is the main reason my music is starting to do so well, and I can’t thank that app and the people on it enough for helping me get my name and music out there more.” You can listen to Ryan Pishotti on Spotify and Apple Music. As for social media, follow him on TikTok and Instagram at @ryanpishotti, Twitter at @RyanPishotti21, and Facebook at Ryan Pishotti.
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Samantha Cantrell Grad year: 2023 Major: Communications Fun fact: I love traveling and exploring new places, photography, and music.
Moriah Story Graduating: 2022 Major: Communications with a concentration in writing A list of my favorite things: sunflowers, guacamole, George Saunders, turtle necks, roller derby, Community Aid, Little Debbies, and warm sheets straight from the dryer.
Ciera Erwin 2021 Major: Graphic Design Fun Fact: I like to do cosplay makeup.
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Meet the Staff
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Olivia Shirk Class of 2021 English: Creative Writing Major I am a part of Wilson College’s choir and I am the president of the DiversiTones.
Julia Roat Class of 2023 Major:English Fun Fact: I can say the alphabet backward in sign language, and I hate cheese.
Scoops (Pinata) ‘14 Wicket W. Warwick (Ewok) ‘18 Scoops and Wicket are the mascots for The Billboard. Scoops was rescued by a former Billboard editor. Wicket was brought into the news room by the recent E.I.C. Hannah Middaugh to keep Scoops company.
Zachary Powell 2021 Communications Fun fact: I’ve never owned a pet or been outside the country.
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WEEKLY EVENTS
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2020
CALENDAR
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Wellspan Convenient Care Clinic Lenfest 113 12p.m.-4p.m.
Bible Study Prayer Chapel 12p.m.
Wellspan Convenient Care Clinic Lenfest 113 12p.m.-4p.m.
Chambersburg Shopping Shuttle 5p.m.-9p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 25
CAB Bingo Dining Hall 7p.m.
Monday, Feb. 24
Game Night Sarah’s Coffeehouse or WCGA Room 9:15p.m.
Flow and Go! Yoga Dance Studio 12p.m. Pickleball Fieldhouse 5:15p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 26
Family Feud hosted by ResLife Sarah’s Coffeehouse 9:15p.m.
Thursday, Feb. 27
Beginner’s Hatha! Yoga Dance Studio 12p.m. Learn to Meditate sponsored by Counesling Dept. Prayer Chapel 8:30a.m.-9a.m.
Friday, Feb. 28
Saturday, March 7
Sunday, March 8
Monday, March 9 All-College Forum
Tuesday, March 10
CAB Duck Hunt
Thursday, March 26
Friday, March 27
Saturday, March 28
Sunday, March 29
Monday
Common Hour Library Learning Commons 12p.m.
DAILY EVENTS
Sunday, Feb. 23
Men’s Volleyball vs. Rosemont Fieldhouse 7p.m. Phoenix Leaders 2p.m.
Thursday, March 12
WITF Show on Women’s History
Muhibbah Night Dinner in Dining Hall 5p.m. Show in Laird Hall 7p.m.
Wilson After Dark John Rush Sponsored by CAB Sarah’s Coffeehouse 9:15p.m.
Recreational Snow Tubing Trip 10 a.m. See Crystal Lantz for details WCGA General Assembly WCGA Room
Phoenix Friday
Accepted Students’ Day
CAB Bingo Dining Hall 7p.m.
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