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Mabee welcomes WiFi upgrade, new computers Blake Kresge WASHBURN REVIEW

“The students said that they wanted to have laptops so they could study in groups and move through the building,” said Bearman.

Mabee Library experienced both wins As for other projects at the library, and losses this summer in its plan to Mondays at the Mabee, a popular weekly become the academic living room of the lecture series will, continue this semester. campus.

Students gather in the southwest corner In the win column, a new welcome of the library, surrounded by couches desk is slated to open later this fall and and chairs to discuss and debate relevant in terms of WiFi, the library is definitely topics. Last year the series included heating up. talks about the honors programs, study “It is probably the hottest building on skills and political discussions during the campus now,” said Alan Bearman, interim campaign season. dean of the library.

Yet not all of the library’s The warm up comes courtesy plans rolled through so easily LIBRARY of new wireless access points this summer. Last semester, the installed over the summer UPGRADES library submitted a proposal

by Information Systems and for a coffee cart, which turned Services. These access points out to be one of nine capital will be put to good use as Mabee’s new equipment fund requests at Washburn. fleet of computers powers on this semester. With budget restraints, all attempts to get The library bought 29 new computers, a coffee cart rolling in Mabee Library fell including 25 laptops available for student short. checkout. All-new MacBooks make their “When students come to the library, home in a new Mac station. they stay for two, three hours while they

are doing their studies. They tell us all the time they want to be able to get a drink,” said Bearman. “It’s driven by student request.”

Genni Newsham, senior English major, said she uses the library several times each semester and thinks the coffee cart would only improve those visits.

“It’s a great idea,” said Newsham. “It definitely would make the library a better place to study.”

And with support like that, Bearman said he would continue to push the coffee cart idea.

“It’s not going to happen this year,” said Bearman. “I’m a big supporter of it.

I think it’s something libraries are doing all over the country. I think it’s something students and faculty want us to do. We’ll ask again.”

Blake Kresge is a member of the summer advanced newswriting class.

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Secrets to success Washburn students offer tips for a successful college career

both Minneman and Remus was attending Washburn athletic events, a highlight of their experiences.

“It is fun, and you meet tons more people besides the ones in your dorm,” said Remus.

Staci Streit Both said that a large portion of their WASHBURN REVIEW time and activities revolved around living in the residence halls their first year.

Fresh young faces all around the nation “I’m really glad that’s the route I went, are gearing up for college this fall, buying at least for my first year,” Remus said. new extra-long bedding and shelling out Minneman noted the importance in hundreds of dollars on books that may or getting along with roommates. may not get opened.

“We spent tons of time together,” she Meanwhile, Misty Remus, a social said. “When we weren’t going to class, we work major and recent Washburn were normally all hanging out together, graduate, is picking “ so I’m glad we hit up the remnants of it off right away. It her apartment and made the year go by I wanted to meet preparing for her “big smoother.” kid job.” After four As for the new people and years at Washburn, dreaded “freshman have a fresh start, Remus can say she 15,” Minneman and gained a whole new used the and I did. I learned a Remus perspective in her Student Recreation time here. and Wellness Center lot.

“No one from to fight off the extra my hometown was pounds.

- Misty Remus coming here,” she “I might have Washburn graduate said. “I wanted to gained three or four meet new people and over the year, ” pounds have a fresh start, and but I really think I did. I learned a lot.” ‘the freshman 15’ is kind of a myth,” said Emily Minneman is also spending a few Minneman “Just make sure to exercise.” moments looking back on her freshman Remus said that she took the required year at Washburn, though for her ,the lifetime wellness class her first semester at memories are a bit fresher. Minneman Washburn and went on a few extra walks came to Washburn last year, where she with friends because of some good advice spent her first year in the Living Learning from an upperclassman on how to stave Center. She’ll return to campus and classes off any unwanted first-year weight. this fall.

Yet more important than living in the “I am definitely ready to go back,” she dorm or working off the Union food at the said.

SRWC, both Remus and Minneman agree Although these two are at different the best piece of advice they could offer to points in their lives, they both have some incoming freshmen is a quick and simple. fond memories from their first year at “Have fun.”

Washburn. As such, there are a few pieces of advice they offer to new Washburn students starting classes in the fall.

Their first suggestion is to get involved in as many activities as possible, both on Staci Streit is a member of the summer and off campus. One option popular with advanced newswriting class.

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New director seeks to improve enrollment Ben Fitch WASHBURN REVIEW

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The new executive director of enrollment management, Richard Liedtke, has only been on campus since July 1, and his first task is to figure out how to raise enrollment.

“The first step is to understand where we are and to assess the situation where it is,” he said. “We’ve got to be very smart about what we do.”

Liedtke said he could strive to raise enrollment by one percent a year, an impressive and lofty goal, but he would rather find out where the institution wants to go first. He said decreases in enrollment are to be expected, but the trick is to know what to do to take care of the swings. It’s about planning, he said, and it takes a village, not just an individual.

“I want to look at the low-hanging fruit. What can we do that is not a big cost to the institution but that will also improve the situation?”

Historically, it is common for an institution to visit every high school in the state with the goal of recruiting at least one student from each. Liedtke said this is not a logical strategy.

“If we haven’t typically received students from a specific high school, is it worth it?” he said.

According to a Noel-Levitz report on student recruitment trends, “the ‘top-10’ most effective recruitment processes in 2009 include face-to-face, in-person events, telecounseling, interaction with enrolled students and practices that make it easy to visit, apply and enroll.”

All these practices rely heavily on the retention of students, yet there will always be students who leave for reasons

“ My focus isn’t on why students left, but why students are staying.

- Richard Liedtke executive director of enrollment management

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not easily controlled by the University.

“My focus isn’t on why students left, but why are students staying,” Liedtke said.

Why students stay at Washburn involves all the departments on campus, Liedtke said. It is hard for him to communicate the interest and passion of campus professors to potential recruits, which makes on-campus visits valuable.

“The key is to get students on campus,” he said. “When you are going to buy a car, you do your research. You go to the lot and kick the tires and test-drive the car.”

As for general recruitment, Liedke said he wants to use a funnel-management approach which markets the University as the most valuable to the greatest variety of demographics.

“No pun intended,” he said, “we can talk to students until we are blue in the face, but until we get them on campus, we can’t show them what Washburn has to offer.”

Ben Fitch is a junior mass media major.

Reach him at benjamin.fitch@washburn.edu.

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Ichabod Welcome Week Events for Wednesday, Aug. 12 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. event: Move-in Day where: Living Learning Center, Washburn Village, Kuehne and West Halls what: Students, faculty and staff, student organizations and community groups will roll up their sleeves to help students move into their university homes. Washburn President Jerry Farley will join the Move Crew at the Living Learning Center at 9:30 a.m.

3:35 p.m. event: Welcoming Tunnel where: Garvey Fine Arts Center, outside what: New students walk from the Living Learning Center to the Garvey Fine Arts Center through a tunnel of Washburn faculty, staff and parents.

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4 p.m. event: New Student Convocation where: Andrew J. and Georgia NeeseGray Theatre, Garvey Fine Arts Center what: President Farley will formally welcome the students to the Washburn community. Keynote speaker Maria Pascucci, founder and president of Campus Calm, will give stress and time management tips that students can use to begin living a happy and fulfilling life right now.

8 p.m. event: Michael Anthony, hypnotist where: Washburn Room, Memorial Union what: Michael Anthony has been filling theaters throughout the United States and internationally and continues to be one of the most sought after hypnotists in the world. He has been named Male Performer of the Year by Campus Activities Magazine.

2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. event: Wacky at WU where: Student Recreation and Wellness Center what: Wacky at WU is an adventure-style race that will allow students to explore the campus and interact with Washburn faculty and staff.

7 p.m. event: Rock the Rec where: Student Recreation and Wellness Center what: Students will participate in the Fitness Frenzy, knock-out basketball shooting contest, volleyball serve and rock wall climbing.

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. event: Catch the Bus where: Memorial Union, Corner store what: Summer orientation counselors will escort students to several spots on campus in 15-minute intervals. Stops include the Financial Aid office, Business office, University Bookstore, Academic Advising, Leadership Institute and more.

6:15 p.m. event: Washburn Picnic and WU Fest where: Memorial Union lawn what: The lawn will be turned into WU’s own festival of fun. There will be games, music, food and representatives from a variety of Washburn’s student organizations.

Events for Thursday, Aug. 13 9 a.m. - noon event: Catch the Bus where: Memorial Union Corner Store what: Summer orientation counselors will escort students to several spots on campus in 15-minute intervals. Stops include the Financial Aid office, Business office, University Bookstore, Academic Advising, the Leadership Institute and more.

1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. event: Playfair where: Student Recreation and Wellness Center what: Experienced Playfair leaders will be hosting an entertainment event that will get students excited to be the newest Ichabods. This is where it all begins, so come be a part of our campus unity and school spirit.

Events for Friday, Aug. 14 9 a.m. event: Wake Up with CUSP and WU Run/Walk where: Memorial Union what: Students will join the Washburn community for a 20-30 minute morning walk or run. Students can also eat breakfast with the staff of the Center for Undergraduate Studies and Programs.

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. event: Disc Golf where: Memorial Union lawn what: Students will participate in a leisurely round of disc golf on campus.

Events for Saturday, Aug. 15 7 p.m. event: Casino Night & Yearbook Portraits where: Washburn Room, Memorial Union what: It’s the excitement and glamour of Las Vegas without leaving Kansas. The event is free to Washburn students with a WU ID. Participants will have the opportunity to play casino games, such as blackjack, craps, roulette and Texas Hold ‘em poker.

Students will also be able to get their photo taken for the 2010 Washburn Kaw Yearbook.

Events for Sunday, Aug. 16 6 p.m. event: Sundaes on Sunday and Traditions Night where: Living Learning Center lobby what: Celebrate Ichabod pride and learn what it means to be an Ichabod. Win Washburn gear, such as T-shirts and foam fingers.

7 p.m. event: Big Screen Event where: Stauffer Commons what: Get cozy in Stauffer Commons and enjoy one of this summer’s blockbuster hits - the humorous Disney animated film, “Up!”

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Author to speak on stress, time management Despite changes, Review’s She looks back on those years of pursuing perfection at the risk of her health, confidence and personal well-being with determination and intention; to help stressed-out students avoid that breaking point and find their own self-worth that is more than a GPA or graduation honor. Her own story is an inspiration to many and proof that even Lauren Eckert the most straight-laced students can take a WASHBURN REVIEW tumble.

Founder and president of Campus Calm, Sweaty palms, shortness of breath and an award-winning online community aimed shaking hands. Every student experiences at advising students, parents and educators stress and anxiety at some point, and each on the dangers of stress and anxiety, Pasperson deals with it in a different way. cucci provides personal stories coupled with But when stress overload caused Maria online podcasts, newsletters and magazines Pascucci to run out of the room and have to help the stressaholics of today. a panic attack during the last final exam of Pascucci has even started an online her college career, she program for students could no longer ignore “ called Campus Calm the price she was paying University, where stufor perfection. She had dents can get monthly The most important reached her breaking downloadable authing is to remain point. dio MP3 coaching After graduating to allow them true to who you are. classes Summa Cum Laude develop healthy, self(Latin for highest honloving mindsets that Find what you’re ors) with degrees in both help them be haphistory and English, and py and successful. passionate about with a minor in writing Classes cover everyand be proud. and a concentration in thing from nutrition, women’s studies, Pascollege and career - Maria Pascucci cucci had lost her origiplanning and time Founder, Campus Calm nal passion for writing management, to takand didn’t pick up a pen ing charge of mental or a book for nearly a ” health, myths about year. When she began school stress, entresearching for a job, she preneurship secrets quickly discovered that employers were not and financial planning. Students enrolled in all that impressed with the Latin notation the program also receive bonuses, including scribbled on her diploma. In her eyes, this the Study of You, an MP3 coaching class was yet another blow to her already shaken that helps students pin down the job or caconfidence as she faced the growing sense of reer that is most natural and satisfying, a tu“not good enough.” torial on college planning, an e-book on time “Perfectionism sort of became my iden- management and much more. Completion of tity. It was how I defined myself and how I the programs earns students a certificate in measured my own self-worth,” said Pascuc- the International Campus Calm U life skills ci, admitting that this mindset undoubtedly training program. contributed to the stress that caused her to Pascucci’s book, “Campus Calm Unibuckle under the pressure. versity: The College Student’s 10-Step BlueEight years after her traumatic break- print to Stop Stressing and Create a Happy, down, Pascucci has used her experiences to Purposeful Life,” is another tool available become a successful author, speaker and the to students who struggle with the stress and College Student’s Stress-Less Life Coach. tension that accompany school pressures. It

Online business founder uses personal experiences to advise college students on important life lessons

is available for purchase on her Web site, www. campuscalm. com or at other locations, including Barnes & Noble, Amazon. com and Target.

The book won a gold medal in 2009 from Independent Publisher Book Awards.

“I wrote the book I knew I needed,” Pascucci said in reference to the years she struggled with stress overload. “If I needed it in college and didn’t have it, I created it.”

While Pascucci’s entire career is focused on providing assistance and advice to struggling students, there are three key points she encourages all students to rePhoto by Josh Rouse, Washburn Review member.

Take it easy: Stress expert Maria Pascucci will present at the new student “Say to yourconvocation today in the Andrew J. and Georgia Neese-Gray Theatre at 4 p.m. self, I am more Pascucci, founder and president of Campus Calm, will speak about her college than the measure experiences and the struggle to overcome perfection. of my GPA,” said Pascucci, arguing Pascucci’s personal and professional biogthat the number raphies are available at her Web site, along itself cannot measure self-worth.

Pascucci also believes there is enough with contact information and details about success in this world for students and their what Campus Calm is all about.

“The most important thing is to remain friends, and students are doing themselves a great disservice by being so competitive true to who you are,” said Pascucci. “They rather than forming allies and making real say write what you know, and that is so true.

Find what you’re passionate about and be connections.

Finally, Pascucci said, “If you want to proud.” be healthy, understand that the most healthy mindset you can have is to love yourself.

Self-love is your greatest ticket to success.” Lauren Eckert is a junior mass media major.

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purpose remains the same The popularity of online media resources and social Web sites like Twitter and Facebook increases the demand for up-to-date information and tests the media’s ability to keep up with the pace.

For the Review, the ultimate test will lie in its ability to handle this era of growth and change. In a position where I will oversee both print and online editions of the newspaper, drawing the line between where our two media converge will continually Nicole Stejskal remain a challenge as our staff works to WASHBURN REVIEW better serve you.

In the upcoming year, look for the Review Online to expand its coverage as we Questions have circled the campus work to meet the demands of instantaneous recently concerning the future of the information. My goal for the Review is to Washburn Review, and as the new execuutilize the online edition for quick updates tive editor of the paper, I would like to shed of breaking news while allowing the print light on what the upcoming year holds for edition to expand on that coverage and give university news. students the important details they need.

I would first like to start by briefly Time is of the essence, and I hope that our introducing myself. My name is Nicole staff will capitalize on the power we have Stejskal, and I am a junior mass media to quickly inform and educate the student major. Originally from a small population. town in Western Kansas (Bison, FROM THE From now until the end of to be exact), I came to Washburn my term, I welcome any and all EDITOR in hopes of affecting change on student feedback, both positive the capital city’s campus. With a and negative. My hope is that the media writing and publishing emphasis for relationship between the university newspamy major, the executive editor position will per and the students it serves will tactfully provide me with the perfect opportunity to evoke the changes necessary to fulfill the pursue this change. newspaper’s purpose: to provide students As many of you know, we graduated with the information they need to know. several seniors last year, many of whom With that, I wish you all the best of luck held editorial positions with the Review. with the fall semester, and I look forward to While we lost a great deal of experience serving you in the upcoming year. and wisdom, have no fear. I believe that our young, fresh staff will bring a new perspective to the paper and be a positive step forward as the field of media continues to grow and change.

The focus I’d like the newspaper staff to take this year is that of student service.

Without you—the students—the university and its entities, including the Review, would not exist. Therefore, students’ wants and needs should be the driving forces behind the news provided by our staff.

With the increase in media convergence and the growth of social media, the challenges of appealing to younger audiences can be daunting for media outlets.

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Football season set to kick off Blake Kresge WASHBURN REVIEW

Sports Schedule Football 8/29 – at Colo. School of Mines, 1 p.m.

9/4 – New Mexico Highlands, 6 p.m.

9/12 – Missouri Southern, 6 p.m.

9/19 – at Missouri Western, 6 p.m.

9/26 – Central Missouri, 1 p.m.

10/3 – Fort Hays State, 1 p.m.

10/10 – at Nebraska-Omaha, 1 p.m.

10/17 – *Pittsburg State, 1 p.m.

10/24 – at NW Missouri, 1:30 p.m.

10/31 – Truman State, 1 p.m.

11/7 – at Emporia State, 1 p.m.

11/14 – NCAA Playoffs, first round 11/21 – NCAA Playoffs, second round 11/28 – NCAA Playoffs, quarterfinals 12/5 – NCAA Playoffs, semifinals 12/12 – NCAA National Championship Home games in bold * Homecoming

Soccer 8/28 – at Colo. School of Mines, 5 p.m.

8/29 – at Colorado State-Pueblo, 2 p.m.

9/7 – at Newman, 7 p.m.

9/12 – at Central Missouri, 7 p.m.

9/17 – at Truman State, 4 p.m.

9/19 – at Missouri Western, 1 p.m.

9/24 – Central Missouri, 6 p.m.

9/26 – Southwest Baptist, 6 p.m.

9/30 – Rockhurst, 6 p.m.

10/3 – Missouri Southern, 6 p.m.

10/8 – at Northwest Missouri, 4 p.m.

10/11 – at Nebraska-Omaha, 1 p.m.

10/15 – Emporia State, 6 p.m.

10/17 – *NW Missouri, 6 p.m.

10/22 – Nebraska-Omaha, 6 p.m.

10/24 – at Southwest Baptist, noon 10/29 – Truman State, 6 p.m.

10/31 – at Emporia State, 1 p.m.

11/5 – at Missouri Southern, 6 p.m.

11/7 – Missouri Western, 6 p.m.

Home games in bold * Homecoming

Football season is alive at Washburn, and it comes a day early.

Washburn opens its home schedule on a Friday this year against New Mexico Highlands University.

Part of the move from the typical Saturday gameday to Friday comes because of travel time for the Cowboys out of New Mexico. Whatever the reason, head football coach Craig Schurig hopes to see crowds pile into Yager Stadium at Moore Bowl on Sept. 4 for the 6 p.m showdown.

“We’re really hoping people stay around and come out,” Schurig said. “It’s a little bit unique. We really hope the students come out support that WASHBURN and game.”

FOOTBALL The Ichabods are no stranger to success. In 2004, the team trekked to and were victorious at the Mineral Water Bowl. The Ichabods won the MIAA in 2005 and made their way to the NCAA playoffs in 2005 and 2007.

Last year, the Ichabods went 6-5 and were able to take down heated rival Emporia State on homecoming and record their first shutout in 46 games on the road at Missouri Southern State.

Schurig believes last year will help put this year’s team on the right track.

“We had some injuries, it allowed a lot of people to play; we hope to reap the benefits of that this year,” said Schurig.

Experience is the key word, as the Ichabods return a solid group of starters.

“We have a really good senior class,

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Ready to rumble: The Ichabods are set to begin their 2009 season Aug. 29 at Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colo. Washburn plays six home games this fall and will face Pittsburg State on Oct. 17 for Homecoming. some of the best players we’ve had in our program since we’ve been here,” said Schurig.

“We’ve been working hard, I feel like the experience should pay off this year,” said senior linebacker Michael Wilhoite. “Mentally we have to be able to put it together. If we can do that, it’ll be something special to see.”

The road back to the playoffs for those seniors starts with winning the conference.

“It’s very challenging and it’s very good,” Schurig said. “If you win the conference, you get in the playoffs.”

Another key: “We want to get off to a fast start,” Schurig said.

While he is referring to getting a few early wins under the belt, he will take one of those wins a day earlier than usual, too.

Blake Kresge is a member of the summer advanced newswriting class.

Lady Blues look to serve up victory in 2009 Eric Smith WASHBURN REVIEW

Junior Molly Smith has played two years of volleyball for the Washburn Lady Blues, coming into her own as one of the team’s top defensive players. And while as an underclassman she played in every one of the 78 matches, she knows that this year, she will have to play the part of role model as well.

“We definitely have a lot of pressure on our shoulders to be a leader,” said Smith.

“It’s definitely up to the upperclassmen to set the example for the younger players and to let them know that while competing here at Washburn, we want to win. It’s going to be a lot of work.”

And with just one senior in setter Kate Hampson and five juniors for the Lady Blues, the team is dominated by freshmen and sophomores, at seven and six respectively.

“We have a lot of incoming freshmen that are really talented,” said Smith.

“People are going to be fighting for a spot to play.”

The Lady Blues ended the 2008 season ranked No. 13 nationally with their second straight 30-win season and their fifth straight NCAA tournament appearance.

And it will take some work to replace three seniors including All-American Monica Miesner.

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Photo by Mike Goehring, Washburn Review

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Practice makes perfect Sports Schedule Volleyball

Photo by Josh Rouse, Washburn Review

Back to basics: The Lady Blues soccer team hit Yager Stadium on Tuesday, Aug. 11, to prepare for the upcoming season. Washburn was picked fourth in the 2009 MIAA Preseason Coaches poll, trailing Central Missouri, Truman State and Nebraska-Omaha. The Lady Blues finished fourth in the MIAA last season, but still made it to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Tips for healthy living in residence halls Staci Streit WASHBURN REVIEW

Jessi Daily knows all about being tired and grumpy. She knows all about which pain relievers are the best for back and foot pain, too. She knows because those are just a few of the symptoms she experienced throughout much of her life.

Until recently, Daily was one of the many Americans categorized as overweight. The unhealthy lifestyle she once lived is no more. Although she lost 50 pounds to prove it, she said that living healthy it is not always an easy task, especially while at school.

“I used to always get snacks at the vending machines and stop at the corner shop between classes,” she said. “I’m a sucker for those calorie-loaded coffees.”

With the year in full swing, many students keep health and fitness as one of

their top priorities.

“I’m so glad I didn’t gain the freshman 15, but I have quite a few friends who gained weight their freshman year,” said Lisa Adame, a Washburn student and avid health enthusiast.

She attributes her success in the health realm to living at home her freshman year.

“I could always go home for healthy meals if I wanted to,” said Adame. “If you’re living in the dorms, the cafeteria is really convenient, so I probably would have done that, too.”

Both of these students also said there were other factors that contributed to them staying healthy. Staying active is high on their list of priorities.

“I go walk at the lake, and I have a trampoline in my backyard,” she said. “I have the Wii Fit, too. It’s fun.”

Both said they regularly use the

Student Wellness and Recreation Center at Washburn in addition to making smarter choices about food.

“I bring apples, a banana, crackers or something like a granola bar with me, so I don’t get hungry running between classes,” said Daily. “Most teachers know you’re busy and don’t mind if you eat in class.”

Both self-proclaimed addicts to their healthy lifestyles, Adame and Daily have a few tips on things to avoid as well.

Daily suggests staying away from vending machines and being smart about cafeteria food.

“I try to not stay up too late and get enough sleep,” said Adame. “And avoid drinking a lot of beer. That definitely helps your freshman year.”

Staci Streit is a member of the summer advanced newswriting class.

Oredigger Classic 8/28 – *Western State-Colo., 11 a.m.

8/28 – *Adams State, 3:30 p.m.

8/29 – *Mesa State, 11 a.m.

8/29 – *Fort Lewis, 5:30 p.m.

Texas Woman’s Tournament 9/4 – *East Central, 1:30 p.m.

9/4 – *Texas Woman’s, 6:30 p.m.

9/5 – *Texas A&M-Kingsville, 9:30 a.m.

9/5 – *SW Oklahoma State, 2:30 p.m.

Rockhurst Fall Classic 9/11 – *Midwestern State, 11 a.m.

9/11 – *Upper Iowa, 3 p.m.

9/12 – *Eastern New Mexico, 9 a.m.

9/12 – *Illinois-Springfield, 3 p.m.

9/16 – at NW Missouri, 7 p.m.

9/18 – Truman State, 7 p.m.

9/19 – Missouri Western, 2 p.m.

9/23 – at Nebraska-Omaha, 7 p.m.

9/25 – Central Missouri, 7 p.m.

Lady Blues Regional Crossover Inv. 10/2 – *SE Oklahoma State, 2 p.m.

10/2 – *West Texas A&M, 6:30 p.m.

10/3 – *Tarleton State, 1 p.m.

10/3 – *Angelo State, 5 p.m.

10/6 – Missouri Southern, 7 p.m.

10/9 – at SW Baptist, 7 p.m.

10/10 – at Pittsburg State, 6 p.m.

10/14 – Fort Hays State, 7 p.m.

10/16 – at Emporia State, 7 p.m.

10/20 – NW Missouri, 7 p.m.

10/23 – at Truman State, 7 p.m.

10/24 – at Missouri Western, 7 p.m.

10/28 – Nebraska-Omaha, 7 p.m.

10/30 – Central Missouri, 7 p.m.

11/3 – at Missouri Southern, 7 p.m.

11/6 – Southwest Baptist, 7 p.m.

11/7 – Pittsburg State, 2 p.m.

11/11 – at Fort Hays State, 7 p.m.

11/13 – Emporia State, 7 p.m.

NCAA South Central Region Tournament 11/20 – *First round 11/21 – *Regional semifinals 11/22 – *Regional finals NCAA Volleyball National Championship 12/3 – *Elite Eight 12/4 – *National Semifinals 12/5 – *National Championship Home games in bold * Denotes tournament game

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LADY BLUES: Season begins Aug. 28 in Golden, Colo.

Continued from page 8 This past Sunday was a good start as it was testing day for the Washburn women.

The team was examined on sprints and jumping. The first day of practice for the season began Monday with a morning and afternoon practice.

“This first week we have two-a-days, and we’re just kind of seeing how we all gel together and see people do,” WASHBURN how Smith said. “[The VOLLEYBALL first practice] went well. We just did basic drills to just to get back into volleyball shape. It was pretty simple stuff. I’m sure as the week goes on, it will get more intense.”

While practice will continue and the team will get more acquainted with each other, the first scrimmage of the season is approaching quickly on Aug. 22 versus Rockhurst. The first tournament of the season will come the following week, Aug. 28 and 29, at the Colorado School of Mines Oredigger Volleyball Classic.

Eric Smith is a senior mass media major.

Reach him at eric.smith1@washburn.edu.

2009 MIAA Volleyball Preseason Coaches Poll

Photo by Mike Goehring, Washburn Review

Bump and grind: The Lady Blues practice bumping drills in Lee Arena as they anticipate the start of the 2009 season. The first intrasquad scrimmage takes place Aug. 22 against Rockhurst, with the first tournament, the Oredigger Classic, set for Aug. 28 and 29.

Rnk. School Votes Points 1. Emporia State (5) — 94 2. Washburn (5) — 92 3. Central Missouri — 79 T4. Nebraska Omaha — 69 T4. Truman State — 69 6. Pittsburg State — 61 7. NW Missouri St. — 40 8. Missouri Southern — 37 9. SW Baptist — 35 10. Fort Hays St. — 15 11. Missouri Western — 14

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WSGA offers students free planners, notebooks Lauren Eckert WASHBURN REVIEW

Washburn University makes it a priority to give students the tools they need to plan â&#x20AC;Ś literally.

The Washburn Student Government Association is taking an active role in getting students involved and prepared for the upcoming school year. WSGA, partnered with Student Life, will continue the annual tradition of handing out new planners to all students at the beginning of the year free of charge.

Caley Onek, vice president of WSGA, said that the main purpose of this service is to provide all students with a copy of the student handbook and university calendar in addition to providing a method of organization and space for students to document schedules, assignments and other appointments.

Each planner provides important dates and activities happening on campus, as well as meeting times and contact information for various student organizations.

The planners also contain phone numbers and contact information for different departments on campus and a welcome letter to the students from Washburn

President Jerry Farley.

Along with new planners, students will also receive a free notebook, sponsored by WSGA. The pages inside the cover include a letter from the president and vice president of WSGA, a list of the WSGA Executive Staff, important dates to remember for the fall semester and a campus map. The notebooks also provide students with contact information for various campus departments.

Planners and notebooks will be available for pickup in several locations throughout the Memorial Union any time after Aug. 14.

While WSGA works to provide students with the materials they need to be successful, the organization continues to encourage students to get involved early.

New freshmen are encouraged to apply for one of five open senate seats. The fall 2009 freshmen elections are scheduled for Sept. 2 and 3.

All petitions, which require a total of 50 student signatures or a nomimation from a current campus organization, are to be turned in to the WSGA office, located in the basement of the Memorial Union,

by Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 5 p.m.

For more information about WSGA

Photo by Nicole Stejskal, Washburn Review

Freshmen elections: There are currently five open seats for freshmen to join WSGA. and the various services the organization provides, visit the Web site at www.mywsga.com or stop by the office.

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Lauren Eckert is a junior mass media major.

Reach her at lauren.eckert@washburn.edu.