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Former Wright State tennis players sue Wright State

Blake Sutherland Sports Writer Sutherland.21@wright.edu

Near the eve of the upcoming tennis season, after a season long suspension last year, two former Wright State tennis players have filed a lawsuit against the university following their expulsion for alleged sexual misconduct.

Former tennis athletes Diego Venegas and Marc Sodini filed a lawsuit against Wright State University and Dr. Chris Taylor in his official capacity as the university’s Director of Community Standards and Student Conduct two weeks ago on six separate counts including infringing their rights to due process.

Venegas, who was a native of Columbia and formerly on a student visa was a sophomore at the time of his expulsion. The Wilm-

ington, Ohio native and Organizational Leadership major, Sodini was seven weeks shy of graduation before he was expelled.

According to the lawsuit filed, both Venegas and Sodini attended meetings in which they were made aware of complaints made by other former tennis players against them.

Venegas was descried as, by two former teammates of “engaging in ‘poking’ and wrestling behavior”, where Venegas would poke his fingers into his fellow teammates’ rectums.

After meeting with the university’s Gender-Based Harassment and Violence Hearing Panel, Venegas was found responsible for violating Wright State’s Student Code of Conduct including deliberate touching of another’s sexual parts without

consent and hazing.

When Sodini met with the panel, he too was met with similar allegations against him. The panel found Sodini responsible for four separate violations including bias related to incident, deliberate touching of another’s sexual parts without consent, verbal harassment, and hazing. Both Sodini and Venegas deny these allegations.

During the investigation, hearing, and appeal process into the allegations of the violations made against members of the Venegas and Sodini, members of the student body and tennis team advised Wright State that Venegas and Sodini were the victims of the same sexual misconduct. Venegas was also subjected to racial harassment. It is alleged that team members who filed

Wright State bids farewell to 154 retiring faculty and staff Sarah Cavender Contributing Writer Cavender.8@wright.edu

Over 150 staff and faculty members will be participating in the Voluntary Retirement Incentive (VRI) program. This number includes 20 deans, vice presidents and directors. Over the course of two months, this large number of staff and faculty will be recognized at the President’s Award of Excellence ceremony.

This program was extended to all Wright State employees eligible for retirement, offering an opportunity to receive better benefits.

In 2009, a similar retirement program was held with a 13.9 percent acceptance rate compared to the 29 percent this year, according to Shari Mickey-Boggs, asso-

ciate vice president of human resources.

Dr. Dan Abrahamowicz, vice president of Student Affairs, chose to participate in the program.

“I had been considering it [retiring] for quite some time, the program was a push out the door,” Abrahamowicz said.

Abrahamowicz has a total of 42 years of experience working in student affairs, working with colleges such as University of Toledo, Ohio State University and finally here at Wright State.

Abrahamowicz has been vice president of student affairs for the last 20 years, and after retirement, he plans to become an adjunct professor or a part-time professor here on campus.

“There will be significant impact on the division. I expect

the complaints also participated in “poking” behavior and the use of racial slurs.

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of student affairs,” Abrahamowicz said.

All individuals participating in the program will be retiring at the end of the fall or spring semester. Staff and faculty retiring are allowed to continue to be part-time professors or work within the university, however, there will be a wait period of at least 60 days.

“My work with students has been most important, in a variety of programs and settings,” Abrahamowicz said. “The most underappreciated thing about this work is the creativity you need to have to understand and deal with individual student issues on a day-to-day basis. And probably that has been the most gratifying part of the job over the years.”

men’s tennis team suspended their season in January and two months following the expulsion of Venegas and Sodini and having

For every Wright State student who’s visited Fall Fest, Zombie Dogz may be known as the food truck with the line halfway across the quad - and for good reason. A series of unique and beloved hot dogs are offered, and now they’ll be available without the need to chase down a food truck. A wider menu will now be available with the opening of a new restaurant.

Information on the br icks-and-mor t ar restaurant has been circulating for a few months, and the intended date of opening is estimated to be in October, according to owners Dave and Lee VanArtsdalen.

“We’re happy to say that the remodel for the restaurant is under way,” the couple and founders of the brand wrote. “It’s looking like an October opening is in the works.”

It is to open at 1200 Brown Street near the University of Dayton, previously where Shish Wraps was located.

Transitioning from a truck to a full-blown restaurant is a big jump already, but to add to the new chapter of the VanArtsdalens’ lives, the couple had their second child just earlier this month. This has obviously limited how often they can operate the truck, a fact the couple has been aware of and prepared for since the summer.

“There might be a gap from us being in the truck and us opening the restaurant,” they wrote. “We need time to hire a few more people, train, and open the store up.”

After several years of building up to cult status with locals, it seems worth a brief period of limited ac-

tivity for a permanent residence where every college student can get their Zombie Dogz fix.

“We always love coming to [Wright State]. The students are so supportive of us,” they said.

With any luck, the location will be up and running in time for Halloween, so students can get any of their highly recommended and frighteningly named hot dogs to fit the season.

To find out more on the upcoming restaurant, check out the Zombie Dogz Facebook page. Their regularly updated schedule is also located there for anyone to give in to the temptation and visit the truck instead.

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Review of “Hamilton: An American Musical” Kristin Baughman News Editor Baughman.25@wright.edu

American history combined with rap and hip-hop create the unique experience of Hamilton: An American Musical.

This musical is unlike anything the public has seen before, bringing history-buffs and hip-hop lovers together for a truly remarkable experience.

Alexander Hamilton, the man on the 10 dollar bill, has many contributions to this country that is unknown by most, and this musical takes you through the tumultuous life that Hamilton led. This work shows an in-depth look of the

process of the American Revolution and showing the struggles of the beginning of the United States.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, the creator and star of this work, was able to portray the intelligence of Hamilton using complex lyric, all while telling a fairly accurate depiction of major events in history, such as: the Revolutionary War, the making of the Constitution, as well as the formation of the U.S’s current financial system.

Unlike most historical portrayals, Thomas Jefferson is shown as his nemesis. Repeatedly it is shown how the two were continually at odds in major decisions that were

made for the formation of the U.S in how it is known today.

In addition to showing the formation of the country, it shows that the U.S is still struggling with some of the same issues, such as the size of government, foreign aid, a bickering Congress and even gun violence.

This show has successfully placed the founding fathers in a very relatable light,

showing that these were regular people placed with a very big task at hand: forming a country and making sure the U.S does not descend into chaos after the revolution.

This will be the savior of history teachers for a long time, giving them a tool that most teachers before them did have: the ability to make learning dull historical facts both easy and fun to learn.

Jamba Juice closes in wake of healthier campus option Kristin Baughman News Editor Baughman.25@wright.edu

Jamba Juice in the Student Union will soon be replaced by a new dining option, Freshens.

Freshens will be open to Wright State students during the spring semester, giving a variety of new and healthy options.

“Numerous focus groups with all segments of the campus were conducted to help identify the

best option for the Jamba Juice space.

Overwhelmingly, the consensus was that Freshens would be the best option,” Amber Reading said, Director of Marketing.

Students should expect to see a wide variety of options, such as salads and rice bowls. The menu will also include rotating limited-time items.

Chartwells is pleased to announce the arrival of crepes, due to their uniqueness.

“We’re giving students access to

something we don’t have on campus yet: crepes,” Reading said.

“Whether you like your crepe savory for lunch or sweet for dessert, Freshens has you covered.”

New options in the Student Union are giving students something to look forward to.

“I’m excited to see that something new is coming to Wright State,” Sarah Harding said. “It can sometimes be hard to find new things to try after a while. The healthy part is a bonus too.”

Students will not only benefit from the healthier options, but the addition of easy togo containers, which students can take to class or walk and eat at the same time.

“I think that’s a really cool feature,” Harding said. “Sometimes when I eat at other places on campus, the containers can be really awkward to carry or are too big. So the togo containers sound like it will fit well with that students want.”

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Presidential search committee formed Kristin Baughman News Editor Baughman.25@wright.edu

The Search and Screening Advisory Committee (S-SAC) has begun the process to find the seventh president of Wright State University.

The S-SAC consists of 16 members, representing all aspects of the WSU community, including students, faculty, alumni and many others. The vital importance of including people from various constituencies was made clear early within this process.

Douglas Fecher, the Vice Chairs of the Board of Trustees, also serves as the Chair for the S-SAC, knew early on of the importance of having a diverse committee for the process of choosing the next president. The diversity helps to ensure a plethora of opinions and perspectives.

“You want a committee that is representative of the university community to the extent that you can, and then also the surrounding community,” Fecher said. “Wright State is a major economic force in this region,” While the search for a new president is both an important

and lengthy process, the S-SAC has constructed a search plan that will help to guide them through the course of this process.

The search will be divided into four phases: preparation, learning, search and the final selection phase.

The preparation phase consisted of writing of the Search Plan, which is now coming to an end.

The second phase, the learning phase, will soon begin.

During the learning phase, the S-SAC will be learning what WSU wants in the next president by reaching out to the various groups within WSU to find what these groups are looking for in the next leader.

The goal of the learning phase is to be able to develop a presidential profile, which describes the qualities wanted be the next president of WSU. “The presidential profile will be endorsed by the Board of Trustees, because in the end, it is the board’s job to determine what it’s looking for in the next president,” Fecher said. “But the way the board is able to do that is through this search committee.”

The goal of the S-SAC is to make this process transparent,

with the incorporation of community engagement. The use of community engagement will include posting all updates on the search website, internet surveys and campus forums.

“We want to make sure anyone with an interest can have input and a voice into what Wright State should be looking for in the next president,” Fecher said.

The presidential profile will be used to find candidates who match the profile as closely as possible. However, the emphasis is placed in knowing the need of WSU and the surrounding community.

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years now and 20 of those years he has been making his round at different colleges around the U.S. Throughout those 20 years he has visited Wright State more than once and so he is familiar with the people and community that we have to offer.

He differentiates himself from other comedians by studying.

“I pretty much study all of the legends out there and say what did they do to make them so successful.”

“If you can find a combination of likeability, material to relate to and I’m just very big on self-deprecation. If you can show all 3 at the same time, which is tricky to do, you know the crowd likes you, it’s stuff they can relate to so they are laughing at that and then immediately I’m self -deprecating and they kind of

laugh at me for being the jerk,” O’Shea said.

For O’Shea it’s no longer about getting nervous in front of a crowd but the excitement and anxious feeling of making people laugh and feel good.

He just wants to go out and have fun, “It’s just hoping that new joke you might have written in the car goes well.”

Roth is hoping that a lot of students will show up and that the event has a good turnout.

“I would say that hopefully we will get 50 people and I am hoping we get more.

Since we get our money through resident who live on campus our events are specifically for them but we want anyone and everyone to come enjoy,” Roth said.

All of the events are free and Roth is just happy to see when

ty involvement being the focus, there will be regular postings on the S-SAC website.

“We want it to be a very transparent process. We want the community to know where we’re at and how we are doing the job,” Fecher said.

However, President Hopkins has chosen to not have a role in choosing the next president, thinking having distance from this search would be the best approach.

While the presidential profile will not be constructed for another few months, there is the general consensus that the next president needs be able to

have a strong commitment to the diverse community of WSU. Fecher is confident the search for the next president will be very competitive, leaving the Board of Trustees with a difficult decision.

“To achieve a great result, you need great planning and preparation,” Fecher said.

“I think we have all of the elements in place to come up with the right decision for Wright State.”

The S-SAC will be partnering with Academic Search during this process to assist in the presidential search.

Academic Search is located in Washing-

ton D.C, with their job being to assist institutions with selecting leaders that fit the needs of their clients.

Academic Search shows a record of success, with 87 percent of their presidential appointees remaining in office for at least five years.

This search firm will be guiding the S-SAC through the evaluation process, gathering of the candidates, interviewing and selecting the finalists. However, the Board of Trustees will have the final say in who is the seventh president of WSU.

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Comedian Eric O’Shea Coming to Campus Kelsey Powell Staff Writer Powell.210@wright.edu

Comedian Eric O’Shea will be visiting Wright State’s campus on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 9:00-10:00pm in the Medical Sciences building in room 120. This event will be put on by the Residential Community Association (RCA).

O’Shea known for his “Songs for Commercials” skit and his impersonation of Elmo will be performing for free so anyone is able to enjoy whether you live on campus or not.

“We picked Eric because he was extremely funny, he kept us laughing almost the entire time and I think I remember crying a little I was laughing so hard,” Hannah Roth, Director of Residential Activities said.

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students enjoy who they bring to campus.

“I’m looking forward to it, I know you guys are smart, sassy and silly and that’s a wonderful combination.

I’m always humbled, you only have one life, that’s all I’m hoping to do is just entertain

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and I’m just thankful for it,” O’Shea said about performing at Wright State this week.

The one piece of advice he gave to aspiring comedians is something his grandpa taught him and it is that “you need to be disciplined, you need

to work every day because you’re not in an office and there’s no one really telling you what to do so it’s up to you to get up every day with the right attitude, with that energy to want to do it.”

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BREAKING: Report of gun pointing on campus

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On September 11 before midnight, a report of a subject pointing a gun from a vehicle towards a person near Pine Hall reached Wright State University police.

The victim believes the vehicle was a black Charger with two sub-

jects inside. The vehicle drove away without saying anything after the incident occurred.

If in possession of information regarding this incident, please contact the Wright State Police Department at (937) 775-2111.

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Brock Turner, a Stanford University athlete, made headline news when he was arrested for raping a 22-yearold female behind a dumpster at the Stanford University campus on Jan. 18, 2015.

Turner, a Dayton resident, has since returned to the area, inciting some to protest and others to show their support for Turner by writing letters.

One of the letters was written by Dean Olson, the Wright State University aerospace medicine residency program director.

According to Dayton Daily News (DDN), Olson wrote

that Turner would not be able to withstand the difficulty of incarceration. DDN said that Olson, “expressed concern that a ‘fragile’ Turner would be damaged by incarceration and likely end up ‘malignantly hardened toward society.’”

DDN reported that Olson’s letter was one among 39 different letters sent to Santa Clara judge Aaron Persky vouching for Turner’s character.

Both The Guardian and DDN reached out to Olson and received no response.

DDN also reported that Turner has registered as a Tier III sex offender in Greene County on Tuesday, Sept. 6.

Outstanding Faculty Recognized at University Convocation Kristin Baughman News Editor Baughman.25@wright.edu

The Wright State University Convocation and Faculty Awards recognized several faulty members for their outstanding achievement and contributions to the university.

President David Hopkins began the ceremony with the State of the University Address. However, Hopkins decided to begin his sixth address in a slightly different manner, instead choosing to highlight his accomplishments during his time at Wright State.

“Since I’m going to be retiring this year in June of 2017, and I want you to know that this truly has been a fulfilling 42 years for me in so many ways,” Hopkins said. “And as I do this today, I want to do it a little bit differently, since it’s my last opportunity.”

Hopkins chose to compare his original goals and intentions from his inauguration in 2007 to the present accomplishments.

“When I delivered my inauguration address at the Nutter Center, in that address I shared what I hoped was a sense of urgency. A need and vision to create a new model of what a public research university must be to be relevant in meeting the needs of the students in the twenty-first century,” Hopkins said.

The first award was given to three candidates for Early Career Achievements. According to Provost Thomas Sudkamp, this recognizes “teaching scholarship in all three areas [outstanding lecturer, outstanding instructor and community engagement] during the first four years of faculty appointment.”

Mary Huber being the first recipient, is an associate professor of Human Services.

“I teach students how to be counselors, who are going to be working with people with addictions,”

Huber said. “I do a lot of outreach with my students, and a lot of mentoring with my students.”

The second faculty member presented with this award was Sharon Farra, an associate professor for the nursing program.

“I study virtual reality in disaster training, in the form of a simulation,” Farra said. “It is rewarding to work with people in the hospital and to know that work that I’m doing can have impact on hospitals across the country.”

The final recipient of the award for Early Career Achievements was Rachel Sturm, a professor for the Raj Soin College of Business.

“They [students] are valued, they have so many wonderful things to share, and I want them to know that when we’re in the classroom,” Sturm said. “I can honestly say that I love what I do.”

The next award, the Presidential Award for Outstanding lecturer and instructor, is an award given to recognize outstanding teaching, as well as professional development. This award was given to Christopher Oldstone-Moore, senior lecturer assistant to the Chair of Graduate Studies.

Craig Baudendistel, Instructor and Director of Engineering Mathematics, received the Presidential Award for Outstanding Instructor. This is an award that Sally Lamping, associate professor and Director of ILA, received the Presidential Award for Community Engagement.

Lisa Kenyon, associate professor of biological sciences, received the Robert J. Kegerreis Distinguished Professor of Teaching Award.

Brian Rigling, Director of Sensor Systems Research, received the Brage Golding Distinguished Professor of Research Award.

Lastly, Carol Loranger, Associate Professor in American Literature, received the Fredrick A. White Distinguished Professor of Service Award.

Marijuana use in Ohio is legal but limited Leah Kelley Editor-in-Chief Kelley.90@wright.edu

The latest medical marijuana law is now in effect as of Sept. 8, bringing with it future access to safe and regulated medical cannabis to patients that meet controlled requirements.

The formal system will roll out in late 2017 or even later as agencies work through

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In the meantime, patients may qualify for a provision called the affirmative defense.

This provides a legal defense in case of receiving a citation for possession of marijuana from law enforcement. Along with the affirmative defense,

the patient should also obtain a written statement and prescription from a physician.

The written statement should include the patient’s condition, proof that the physician warned the patient of the risks and benefits of marijuana, as well as proof that the doctor and patient have a bona fide physician-pa-

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The finer points and confirmed rules of the legislation are still being decided, and will be finalized in the coming months.

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celled the men’s tennis team’s spring season.

The full 22 page lawsuit cites six separate counts against Wright State University and Dr. Taylor, the first being denial of due process during the hearings.

In a statement from the university, “As with any student conduct matter, the university’s actions in this case have been consistent with established policies and procedures.

It is the university’s practice not to comment on any matters that are the subject of pending litigation.”

The second count the lawsuit states that both Venegas and Sodini were denied their rights to freedom of speech. According to the lawsuit after meeting with Dr. Gary Dickstein, Wright State’s Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Kristie Rezanka, Wright State’s Assistant Director of Equity and Inclusion, Venegas was advised not speak to anyone regard-

ing the investigation.

Sodini also attended a meeting with Dr. Dickstein as well as Matthew Boaz, Wright State’s Director of Equity and Inclusion and was also advised not to speak with anyone about the meeting. Specifically not to coaches, teammates, the Athletic Director, or faculty and staff at Wright State University.

The lawsuit also mentions the coaching staff ’s involvement with the team, who had what was described as, “a team culture that included mutual horseplay and banter.”

“The coaching staff of the WSU Men’s Varsity Tennis Team observed, participated in, and did nothing to stop the alleged bias related speech.

Defendants and other agents and employees of WSU,” according to the lawsuit.

Venegas and Sodini also argue in the lawsuit that Wright State, “did nothing to investigate, prosecute, or discipline the

complainants for the alleged misconduct.”

Also during the hearing of Venegas and Sodini the lawsuit cites a lack of evidence for the two former tennis players and Wright State students.

The lawsuit argues that there was a lack of evidence that would indicate that Venegas touched the accusers through the “poking” behavior as well as Sodini who feels there is no evidence indicating he participated in it as well as participating in what is described as a “bias related incident”.

Venegas and Sodini are demanding a jury trial and no court date has been set in the future. At this time no representative from Venegas, Sodini, or Wright State University could be reached for comment. The men’s tennis team will resume play with their season opening tournament at the Greater Cincinnati Invitational, this Friday, Sept.

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Racquetball is a great way to hangout with friends and have a good time, but not everyone might realize that we have three courts in the Student Union. Located next to the indoor rock wall there are two courts that are very visible with clear glass back walls, but the third is at the end behind what appears to be just another door.

Wright State senior Andrew Mason weighed in on racquetball on campus.

“I find racquetball to be a good pre-workout warm up and a fun way to have competition with friends or for

meeting new people.

It’s a nontraditional game and sometimes that attracts people that normally wouldn’t play sports. Just make sure that you wear your safety glasses,” Mason said from experience.

Depending on the time of day the courts can be very full, but there is one way to make sure you get a court when you are available. You can call (937) 775-5505 and reserve a court for whatever time you’d like during the standard Rec Center hours.

You then will have the court for one hour to play, and remember to bring your own gear

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because the campus does not supply it. After your reserved hour if there is no one that wants to play or that has signed up you can continue to play. You can only reserve your court 24 hours ahead though so people can’t just reserve it for multiple sessions throughout the week. The two courts with clear back walls can also be adjusted to play squash.

For more information about student recreation activities visit the office at 092 Student Union, call (937) 775-5505 or email andrew.corbett@wright.edu.

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Athlete Spotlight: Peguy Ngatcha Cameron Summers Staff Writer summers.43@wright.edu

Senior Peguy Ngatcha one of Wright State’s stand out athletes and has started this Men’s soccer season on a tear. The Raiders have started the season 3-2 and a large part to their success lies on Ngatcha. He has scored four goals in the teams first five games and earn Horizon League player of the week once during the young season.

While Ngatcha is a star athlete he also understands the importance of putting in the time for studies too.

He is an International Studies major with a focus in International Diplomacy and Peace.

Being a student athlete is not an easy task at the colligate level, but Ngatcha praises the professors for their flexibility in working with him since the soccer team is on the road so much.

“I’m very fortunate that I have professors

that are very flexible with me. If I have to miss a class professors understand it. They know we’re on the road and they make our lives a lot easier.

We can make up the work when we get back or while we’re on the road,” Ngatcha said.

Each year he has been at Wright State he has improved on what had been a very good season. Even though his personal accomplishments are increasing he seems to

only have one thing on his mind, a Horizon League Championship.

“We’re taking things to the next step. Holding ourselves accountable for everything that we do. We want to be the best we can be every single game, and the notion of no cutting corners, no slacking, no excuses and holding players accountable has been the theme for us. It’s to the point where we want it so badly that getting to the final

and losing is not an option,” Ngatcha said.

After being beaten in the final the past two years Ngatcha hopes that the third time is the charm for him and his teammates.

With back to back home games coming up on September 17 and September 21 Ngatcha and the Raiders look to improve their record and continue the good season that they have had so far.

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Top Performers @ Parkside Open (35) Nathan Dunn 27:01 (38) Blake Guillozet 27:04 The men’s finished 8th overall out of 12

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Butler Classic WSU vs. Murray State – 0-3 (L) WSU vs. Tennessee State – 3-1 (W) WSU vs. Butler – 0-3 (L)

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Crusader Collegiate T4) Ryan Wenzler 74-72-71=217 10) Mitch Lehigh 74-80-74=228 The team finished 3rd overall out of 4.

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calories and 47 carbs, it is one of the most fattening beverages Starbucks has to offer.

For a healthier alternative, consider having a nonfat green tea latte; containing only 210 calories and 20 carbs.

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Top Performers @ Parkside Open (6) Alexandra Brown 18:48 (14) Hailey Brumfield 19:08 (18) Aurora Turner 19:14 (23) Shelby Nolan 19:23 The women’s team finished 4th overall out of 13

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Starbucks has a long history of being the caffeine savior for college students.

Although these delicious drinks may help power through a study session, what are the effects on the waistline? Here are the five drinks at Starbucks that a student should avoid if they don’t want the “Freshman 15.”

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Most people have used a public restroom and survived. However, there are some surprising surfaces that could be riddled with germs ferocious enough to make one sick. What are they and what is the best way to avoid them?

Naturally, the first object that we accuse of being the filthiest is the toilet seat. All of that butt-touching must make a difference, right? Wrong. In fact, according to Dr Charles Gerba, professor of microbiology at University of Arizona, due to our care in keeping it clean when we use it, it’s one of the cleanest surfaces in the bathroom.

What is the dirtiest surface? That would be the floor. Women’s Health said that the floor can harbor bacteria as harmful as Staphylococcus or E. coli. Avoid setting handbags or backpacks on the floor or you could bring home a nice Staph infection.

This is partially due to what is called “the toilet plume,” which consists of bacteria and water droplets from the toilet that become aerosolized and travel considerable distances away from the

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toilet. Microban.com conducted a study and found that water droplets alone after a flush can travel up to Leah Kelley Learning another lan2 feet away from the Editor-in-Chief guage is great for college toilet, meaning that Kelley.90@wright.edu credits, communicating toilet paper holders with foreign exchange students and helping you and other objects typnavigate the streets of Barcelona while studying ically near a throne get abroad. But there are other positive effects to coated with fecal matlearning a foreign language a part from making ter. Women’s Health foreign travel less stressful. said that other studies Scientists from National Research University have found that bacHigher School of Economics have found that teria from toilets can the more languages you learn, the more elastic reach as far as sinks or your brain becomes. No, not like a rubber band. toothbrushes. If you Improving brain elasticity means your brain is lean over a toilet withable to make more connections, and improve out a lid, like the toihow much you remember during the course of lets on campus, while learning. flushing, you could Scientific Reports summarized the study, be covering yourself stating, ” the more languages someone masin porcelain funk. tered, the faster the neuron network coding the If you want to do information on the new words was formed.” your business without Regret dropping that foreign language course having a germophobic now? freak out, try to flush with the door open for a quick escape to minimize exposure.

Also, try and avoid direct contact with the flusher handle. Use your foot or a paper towel to keep your hands squeaky clean.

It’s hard to beat a thorough hand washing. The CDC recommends washing with soap and warm water with special attention paid to between the fingers and under the fingernails. Make sure to wash for 20 seconds at the least.

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Bae with the brown eyes­­— I saw you looking at a bulletin board in the basement of the Union, and I haven’t been able to get you off my mind.

Why didn’t I go up and talk to you?? You were wearing jeans and a Hogwarts sweatshirt. I realize now I missed the love of my life.

Red head, 19—”Roses are red, violets are blue, your butt is great, let’s eat fondue.” That was my thinly veiled attempt at asking the hunk from Psych on T/TH in Oelman out on a date. I sit behind you in class and have been staring at your head for WEEKS. Please turn around and talk to me. I’ll even wash my hair for you!

Man Looking For Woman, 24—Hey folks, I’m writing this for a friend who refuses to put himself out into the dating world. His name is Stephen, and he’s (the ladies tell me) pretty attractive with those big cow-like brown eyes.

I’d also say he’s pretty vascular, since he likes to work out, and on more than one occasion I’ve seen his butt in the locker room. It’s a fine butt, I guess. But what’s important is that he needs a woman, and he needs one bad. His sister is getting married in October and he needs a date to the wedding. Ladies of WSU, will you answer the call? —Ryan (also single and ready to mingle)

Taurus (Apr. 21-May 21) You tend to gravitate towards outgoing personalities that overshadow yours. Learn to stand up for yourself in social situations by eating more kale and goji berries. These superfoods will give you the power and energy you need to truly be yourself. Your lucky cat is: Rag Dolls.

Libra (Sep. 24-Oct. 23) An asteroid has passed your star this week Libra, which means you will either 1.) find the love of your life, or 2.) lose the love of your life.

There is no controlling the fates. Your lucky conversation topic is: Driving at the 10 and 2 position.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) Don’t be mad, get glad! Something wonderful is heading your way this week, and it has two eyes, two ears, one nose, and two mouths. Yes, two mouths. Your lucky conversation topic is: Teddy Roosevelt’s love of the outdoors.

Gemini (May 22-June 21) Something mysterious will happen to you on Friday at 2 p.m., but unless you are standing beneath BART, this mysterious event will certainly turn sour. The only way to counteract the negative forces is to stand beneath BART until midnight when the threat has passed. Only then will you truly be safe. Your lucky conversation topic is: Michael Scott’s parody song, “Beers in Heaven.”

Cancer (June 22-July 22) Your star burns dimly this week, Cancer, which means your sex drive will be at an all-time low.

This isn’t your fault, however. Power through this week by spending all your free time at the gym. The exercise will give you endorphins, which will boost your sex drive next week into high gear. Please make sure to use protection, as your chance of getting pregnant, or getting someone pregnant, will be very, very high.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 21) Channel your love for the Spice Girls by putting on a Spice Girls themed party, complete with Pumpkin Spice lattes. Your popularity will soar amongst your friends, and you might even become a living legend. Your lucky conversation topic is: Punnit squares.

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The stars have aligned, which means you will fall into a ditch this week and struggle to get out until help arrives. Unfortunately, the help will not arrive for 24-48 hours. Stay off back roads until next Friday at 4 p.m. Your lucky conversation topic is: Grasshoppers.

Man, 26—Ayyyyyy, I see you with those booty shorts! But I would never objectify you, or treat you like an object. I would respect you and let you chase your dreams. I would never stand in your way. I would love you. Forever. I’m looking at you Sarah. You know who I am. Just ask Billy.

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HOROSCOPES Aries (Mar. 21-Apr. 20)

Female, 22—Looking for an attractive, friendly, intelligent man to bring home to parents over Thanksgiving break so they stop bugging me about getting a boyfriend. This will be only for show. There will be no physical perks. E-mail me at kylie4president@hotmail.com.

Gorgonzola cheese might not be your favorite, but the love of your life adores its flavor. Learn to love gorgonzola by putting it on all your sandwiches, salads and pizzas! Embracing this cheese will lead to future romantic embraces, trust us. Your lucky conversation topic is: Wood-fired ovens.

Capricorn (Dec. 23-Jan. 20) He’s watching you, that man with the handlebar mustache. If you asked him what he wanted, he’d simply say, “you.” That’s right, he wants you, and he will stop at nothing to have you in his kitchen sampling his culinary delights. He’s a chef, after all, and needs someone to taste-test his dishes before he opens his new restaurant.

Your lucky conversation topic is: Oregano.

Aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb.19) You have a creative spirit, Aquarius, so don’t let it go to waste! Put your artistic ability to good use by volunteering your time for a friend or colleague. The stars have spoken, which means the pay off could be big. Your lucky conversation topic is: Yoshi.

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Virgo (Aug. 22- Sep. 23)

You’ve had your eye on the stranger in your Tuesday/Thursday class, but you haven’t had the guts to approach them and strike up a conversation. The stars are here to guide you.

This Thursday, approach them and say, “Clams are delicious.” This simple sentence will strike a chord in their hearts, and a romance will then be kindled. Your lucky dinner is: A roasted chicken marinated in turmeric and virgin olive oil, with a side of baked sweet potatoes covered in a honey glaze.

The stars have aligned, which means a stranger will enter your life this week. Their intentions are unknown, so be wary of them. They could attempt to steal your childhood Pokemon card collection.Your lucky Pokemon us: Mewtwo

Check back next week to read more horoscopes!

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The Royals are now hiring Leah Kelley The Royal Family in Editor-in-Chief England is now hiring Kelley.90@wright.edu a live-in housekeeper.

This is not a drill.

The job listing states, “This is no standard housekeeping role. You’ll work, and live, in stunning historic settings, ensuring that they’re presented to their best for colleagues, guests and, of course, the Royal Family.” That means the Queen.

On top of your $22, 281 a year salary, they’ll provide you with housing, meals, a benefits package, plus 33 vacation days. The job listing also mentions “a range of recreational facilities,” and we can only imagine what that means.

There could be a royal hot tub, for all we know.

And frankly, we’re very interested (especially if Harry is involved).

The job listing also states, “Housekeeping or hospitality experience would be an asset, but is by no means essential. We’re more interested in your outstanding team working skills.” So basically anyone can apply.

The deadline to apply is September 18.

Rocky relationship?

Your sleep might suffer from it

Leah Kelley Editor-in-Chief Kelley.90@wright.edu

The old saying “Never go to bed angry” has never been more true.

In a recent study from Society for Personality and Social Psychology, results show that people who feel valued in their relationship will be more likely to get a better night of sleep.

Individuals who felt valued by their partner and felt that their partner was responsive, protective and comforting experienced less personal anxiety and tension with-

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in the relationship.

Lower anxiety levels led to increased REM sleep in individuals, due to less worry and stress.

In the end, the study found that having a responsive partner resulted in a longer life span, reduced anxiety and an overall increase in happiness.