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WU Fest caps successful Welcome Week
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Rob Burkett
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When one thinks of the beginning of college, two things come to mind; moving and independence. Washburn Welcome Week’s first day was that and much more last Thursday. The day started out part pep rally and part birthday party as Washburn President Jerry Farley introduced a couple of items, one quite new and the other quite old. The old came in the form of the celebration of Ichabod Washburn’s 213th birthday as the university’s namesake was honored with cupcakes handed out by the president. The new came in the form of the new logo that was unveiled as part of the celebration of the arrival of the sesquicentennial class on campus. Like a well-oiled NASCAR pit crew, move crew members approached vehicles quickly as they approached the unloading point. Among the helpers was Farley who expressed his feelings about move-in day. “This and graduation are the two most fun times on campus,” said Farley. “This is just really fun because people are coming back, renewing friendships. New students coming in, their parents with them; a lot of tears but there’s a lot of excitement and a lot of energy.” As new students began the unloading process, the task of unpacking was next on the agenda. Freshmen experienced a range of emotions as they settled in for the beginning of the year. “It’s definitely overwhelming,” said Megan Griffin, freshman. “I guess I kind of expected it to be this busy but once it came it was a little scary.” With other students, a family connection made the transition easier as children of Washburn employees were among the new students. Sierra Valdivia, incoming freshman and daughter of Angela Valdivia, office assistant in the Student and Greek Life office commented on her first thoughts of move in day. “It’s a really friendly environment,” said Valdivia. “Just trying to unload the
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This is just really fun because people are coming back, renewing friendships. - Jerry Farley President, Washburn University
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van a load at a time, I thought I’d have to make a few trips but everyone just came and grabbed it for me.” After the initial rush of move in, students were able to unpack, relax and explore their new home as they participated in a variety of activities that took place over the weekend. Among them were Playfair and Rock the Rec which took place at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. “These events have been going on for several years,” said Joel Bluml, director of the SRWC. “Last year we did this [Playfair] Friday evening on the [Memorial Union] lawn but this year we moved back inside which worked out great with all the heat we’ve been getting this year.” Over the following weekend Washburn students had chances to enjoy some of the annual highlights of welcome week such as Casino Night, convocation and WU Fest, a carnival type event that took place Monday night on the lawn. WU Fest seemed to be well received by students. “Our attendance is a lot better than last year it seems like,” said Taylor McGown, president of Washburn Student Government Association. With the conclusion of the week, Farley summed up his feelings on the move-in process and all that goes on with welcome week. “It’s one of the best times of these young peoples’ lives as they will start on this new endeavor,” said Farley. Rob Burkett is a senior mass media major. Reach him at robert.burkett@ washburn.edu
Photos by Kelly Andrews, Washburn Review
WU Fest: Washburn students flocked to the quad Aug. 22 for the annual WU Fest, a festival celebrating the arrival of both the new freshman and the returning students. Students could enjoy activities of many sorts, including inflatable obstacle courses, athletic events, a live band and limbo.
Arts & Entertainment Expectations set high Brian Dulle
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Getting involved, supporting other students and colleagues and getting educated is all part of the college experience according to Mark Norman, who is about to go into his third year as the director of bands at Washburn University. Norman’s primary job is to oversee all of the different bands at Washburn. The main purpose of the marching band and the pep band is to support the athletic department. “These two groups are there to support the teams, to provide great entertainment to the crowd and to help rally forces, a lot of cheerleading in other words,” said Norman. Marching band begins its slate of performances in the fall and is open to anybody at the university. Pep band on the other hand, is smaller and a person has to audition to be in the group along with the 30 other people who will fill out the roster. The pep band
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Beat it: The drumline lays down a beat as the Washburn University Marching Blues practice their halftime show during band camp. The camp went from Aug. 16-20. plays at all of the basketball games, in between the games as well, which equals out to 30 to 40 performances a year.
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Sports Au revoir, Pierre...
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Head football coach Craig Schurig announced at Media Day that the team has lost another player this offseason—junior defensive back Pierre Desir. Desir, who earned all-conference and All-American honors during his two years as starting cornerback for Washburn, accumulated 12 interceptions during his career and was a key defensive returner for the Ichabods. “He’s not here, he did not report,” said Schurig. “We kind of held hope that maybe he would but he decided to stay home in St. Louis due to family obligations so he’s not on our team. He’s left the team.” With this loss, senior Patrick Jean will fill in the starting role at right cornerback, with juniors Terry Grimmett and Devon Connors expected to play in the rotation, as well as senior Steven Dudley. Despite the loss, Schurig said the defense should have a good season. “Our defense returns a lot of guys from last year,” said Schurig. “We get Casey Curran back at free safety and
Photo courtesy of Gene Cassell, Washburn SID
Bye, bye, bye: Junior defensive back Pierre Desir, 12, is the latest Washburn Ichabods starter to leave the team. He missed camp because of family obligations in St. Louis, while starting running back Vershon Moore was incarcerated. Jahmil Taylor at inside linebacker, Marty Pfannenstiel at a safety position, Dakota Johnson at a defensive end, Cameron Jackson at defensive end, Ian Williams at D-tackle, we really have some very good players, as
good anybody we’ll see, and should be all-conference type guys. We’re looking forward to a good year on defense.” The news comes especially hard for the Bods following the recent loss
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Calendar
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Tuesday Evening Classes Watercolor Painting for Teens & Adults Try a variety of studio exercises to develop your skills in basic watercolor painting. For beginning and advanced artists, instruction is tailored to your individual needs. Materials included. DATE: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8 TIME: 6-8 pm Cost: $55 Members; $65 Non-members
Mary Bridget Davies - Blues Performer Uncle Bo’s, Ramada Inn Downtown 8:30 p.m. Topeka Genealogical Society Presents: Topeka’s Combat Air Museum Topeka Shawnee County Public Library 7 p.m. Saturday, August 27
Drawing Sampler (Ages 10-13) Try a variety of studio exercises to develop your skills in drawing. Use pencils, charcoals, colored pencils, chalk, pastels and other mediums to practice your techniques! Materials included. DATE: October 11, 18, 25, November 1, 8 TIMES: 6-8 pm Cost: $55 Members; $65 Non-members
Leadership Institute Fall Orientation Leadership Institute All Day The Business, Jobs and Health Expo Capitol Plaza Hotel 10 a.m.. North Topeka Kiwanis Classic Car and Craft Show Spangles, Hwy 24 & Rochester Rd. 11 a.m. The Kansas Sesquicentennial All-Star Show & 70’s Dance Party Hummer Sports Park 7:30 p.m. Capital City Circuit Dog Show Kansas Expocentre All Day 12th Annual Harley Party Bullfrog’s Live 6 p.m. Grand Marquis and the Sugar Prophets Uncle Bo’s, Ramada Inn Downtown 8:30 p.m. 12th Annual Harley Party Bullfrog’s Live 6 p.m. Sunday, August 28 150 Things I Love About Kansas Kansas Museum of Natural History Aug. 28-Dec. 31, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday Monday, August 29 Student Organization Success Meeting Kansas Room, Memorial Union 5:30-7:30 p.m., Aug. 29 & 30 Tuesday, August 30 Academic Success with ADD/ADHD Morgan Hall Room 122 5:30-7:30 p.m. Social Security Information Sessions Washburn Tech Conference Center 4-6 p.m. Wed., August 31 Activities and Majors Fair and Study Abroad Fair Washburn Room, Memorial Union 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Standing ovation: Freshman Shayla Winters is lifted onto the shoulders of her fellow freshmen during the Student Recreation and Wellness Center’s Playfair Aug. 18. Rock the Rec followed the Playfair.
Political organization begins at WU Megan Hash
want to get as many registered before that comes into effect.” The Washburn University Diversity, progression and College Democrats will host activism are some of the main voter registration drives this ideals a new student organiza- fall semester to help accomtion hopes to bring to Washburn plish this goal. University in the coming year. “We are working on havThis is no different with The ing voter registration drives to Washburn Uniget young people versity College to vote and to edCOLLEGE Democrats, esucate students on DEMOCRATS tablished during local and national the summer and issues,” said Dalalready has several members. las Hathaway, vice president of “I asked around and found the Washburn University Colthat there wasn’t a college dem- lege Democrats and freshman ocratic group on campus. We in political science. saw the need to start one,” said On Sept. 8 the Washburn Jeremiah O’Dell, president of University Student Democrats the Washburn University Col- will host its first event at the lege Democrats. Washburn International House Even though the Washburn from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. State University College Democrats Democratic Chairwoman Joan have not yet had an official Wagnon, will be the featured meeting they already have es- speaker. tablished some distinct goals. “She is going to talk about “One of our major focus- the new voting bill and how to es is voter registration,” said stop it because it is unconstituO’Dell. “Voter registration laws tional,” said O’Dell. “She will are changing in 2013 to require also talk about what the youth people to provide proof of U.S. can do to help win back some citizenship and photo IDs. We democratic seats.” WASHBURN REVIEW
The organization’s first meeting will be held in the Vogel room of the Memorial Union on Aug. 26, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Their regular meeting time will be the second Thursday of the month in the Crane room of the Union from 7 to 8:30 p.m. “We also will be working on some community service projects as well as social events,” said Hathaway. The Washburn University College Democrats is open to any student that is a registered democrat, under the age of 35 and taking at least six credit hours. The group hopes that more students will bring fresh ideas to campus and promote Democratic candidates. “We are just trying to spread democratic philosophies around campus,” said O’Dell. “We want to keep the campus progressive.”
Megan Hash is a senior double majoring mass media and music. Reach him at megan.hash@washburn.edu
Saturday Afternoon Classes Imagination Station, A Sampler (Ages 4-6) How far can your imagination take you? Explore art in your world as you make your own artistic creations with paint, collage, and clay and sticky stuff. Materials included. Dress for a Mess! DATE: October 8, 22, November 5 TIME: 1-3 pm Cost: $36 for Members; $42 for Non-members Artist Sampler (Ages 7-9) Try a variety of artistic techniques and materials to make original works of art! Experiment with drawing, painting and sculpture techniques while you develop your style. Materials included. Dress for a Mess! DATE: October 8, 22, November 5 TIME: 1-3pm Cost: $36 Members; $42 Non-members Beginning & Advanced Ceramics (Ages 13-Adult) Create vessels and sculptures using a variety of hand-building techniques such as slab construction, pinch-pots and coiling. An introduction to wheel-throwing is included in your instruction. For Beginning & Advanced artists! Advanced students are welcome to work on special hand or wheel projects. DATE: October 8, 22, November 5 TIME: 1-3pm Cost: $40 Members; $50 Non-members
Athletes train, travel during summer break Sam Sayler
WASHBURN REVIEW
In modern society, summer is synonymous with good times in the sun with friends. Hollywood studios roll out their most anticipated films and the hottest musical acts put on their biggest tours. While many around the world spent their summer indulging in pleasures, Washburn athletes had to balance fun with preparing for their upcoming seasons, starting in September. “I did some lifting during the weeks,” said Washburn volleyball and basketball player Sami McHenry. “Then I worked out with a trainer guy and did agilities and speed work.” Though volleyball comes first for McHenry in the schedule, she refuses to rest on her
laurels for both activities. “I’m trying and failing to focus on volleyball, but the training is pretty much for both sports,” said McHenry. Outside of training for the new season, McHenry has kept up by competing as a member of the Lady Blues and also independent from them. “ We actually played in the Sunflower State Games, which we won,” said McHenry. “I also played in a coed volleyball game, which I won, too.” With both of her teams poised to have big seasons and the hard being put in, it is under-
standable that McHenry would take a break from all the training for some time to herself. “I went to Branson, Mo., with my whole family, and then I went up to New York and New Jersey for a weekend,” said M c H e n r y. “New York is pretty crazy. I don’t think I’d want to live there, but it’s a lot of fun. There’s a lot of things to do. “Branson’s a really good family vacation, because my 2-year-old nephew was able to go, so we had a lot of fun with that.” Aside from staying in fighting shape, the Lady Blues
also offered their services to training camps on campus over the summer to help fledgling athletes. “That was a lot of fun,” said senior volleyball player Courtney Wallman. “It’s a great way to remember the basics while training the kids.” Even Wallman was not immune to needing time away from volleyball. After spending so much time in the weight room and on the court, Wallman hit the road with some friends for a trip to the Sunshine State of Florida. “It was great,” said Wallman. “We got a house right on the beach, and I got to see the ocean.” Sam Sayler is a sophomore English major. Reach him at samuel.sayler@washburn.edu.
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News • Wednesday, August 24, 2011
A French connection Washburn student studies abroad over summer Megan Hash
WASHBURN REVIEW
A Washburn student’s only regret when studying in Paris this summer was that she did not have more time. Jordan Ward, senior in music, studied abroad for five weeks during the summer. Ward chose to study abroad with the American Institute for Foreign Study because she liked that their program was focused on French culture. “I’ve always wanted to study abroad,â€? said Ward. “I’ve always wanted to learn a different language. It’s really amazing how fast you learn a language when you are totally immersed in a culture.â€? During her trip, Ward visited Normandy and other World War II sights and memorials. She also visited Mont Saint-Michel tidal island and the SaintMichel monastery. She spent a weekend visiting castles and another weekend in London. Ward traveled with 71 students from all across the United States, including two from Kansas. “It was a culture shock just getting to know the others from the United States,â€? said Ward. Photo courtesy of Jordan Ward. You don’t realize how different Arms aloft: Jordan Ward (right) recently participated in a study abroad the U.S. is. I got to meet lots of program with the American Institute for Foreign Study. The Washburn amazing people and make new senior visited a variety of sites in France, including the Eiffel Tower. friends. It was amazing how well we jelled.â€? would be to get over the fact Nationale, France’s indepenAnother memorable mo- that you are going to sound dence day. ment for Ward was the chance like an idiot at first,â€? said Ward. “They lit fireworks behind to visit Frederic Chopin’s grave “But you will get better.â€? the Eiffel Tower and there was in the Père Lachaise Cemetery Ward and some of her fel- a concert and everyone was in Paris. low classmates befriended a singing,â€? said Ward. “I only had an hour and a server at a restaurant they freMore than one million half to visit the quented. The people attended this celebracemetery and it server was try- tion and the metros were shut has over 100,000 “ My advice to ing to work on down. Ward was surprised by graves, said his English so the calm the people displayed someone that is Ward.â€? I didn’t they all benefited as they walked home after the going to study realize how big from the friend- celebration. it was and I was abroad would be ship. Ward said “Nobody was pushing or running around she learned a shoving,â€? said Ward. They are to get over the trying to find lot about their so laid back. I wasn’t expecting fact that you are Chopin’s grave. new friend and that in such a large city,â€? said going to sound It was beautiful, the experience Ward. “Everywhere they go, all white and I like an idiot at helped he under- they don’t move quickly.â€? wanted to hug stand his culture. Ward said she benefitted a first. - Jordan Ward it.â€? It also showed lot from traveling abroad and American Institute Pre-order your Ward took her the differencshe now has friends all over the for Foreign Study several classes in es between the U.S. and theYearbook! world. Kaw participant Paris including an and U.S. “I think everyone should â€? French Preserve the fondest memories art history class, cultures. study abroad,â€? said Ward. “Now of your college years for $15 by a conversation “One guy is the time. You may never get a pre-ordering your copy of the class, a grammar told me that the American ac- chance2011-12 to doKaw that again.today! It really Yearbook class and a wine appreciation cent was cute,â€? said Ward. “An- is an eye opening experience to Name ___________________________ class. All of her classes were other told me that when we start learn about other cultures. It is Phone (____) ____-_________ taught in French. During her art a sentence we start really slow the most magical experience. history class, they visited many then we speed up. It’s crazy that I would Email ___________________________ give anything to go famous sights and she even we don’t think about it, but we back.â€?Address ________________ Apt #_____ had one class in front of Notre do do thatâ€? City______ State _____ Zip __________ Dame. Another favorite memory Pay by cash Pay by check “My advice to someone for Ward was when she visited Megan Hash is a mass media and music major. She can be reached at that is going to study abroad the Eiffel Tower during La FĂŞte Please check one
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Running on Time: Burlington Northern Santa Fe trains spent most of the day going up and down the nearby tracks. The trains were part of the Railroad Festival, a Topeka event celebrating the city’s heritage.
A train not in vain Rob Burkett
WASHBURN REVIEW
As the summer comes to an end for the youth of Topeka, one last fun event helped to bring entertainment to the masses and celebrate a part of the capital city’s heritage. Railroad Festival, known in the past as Railroad Days, kicked off Saturday morning at the Great Overland Station in downtown Topeka. Visitors were greeted early in the morning by mild temperatures and a variety of activities to enjoy that ranged from carnival games to a bounce room to educational exhibits on railroad safety. In particular the railroad safety exhibit featured a car that had been in an accident with a train only traveling 20 mph. The resulting crumpled and devastated car on display left an impression on many attendees. “I think it’s really cool but also really scary looking,� said Julie Lynch, Topeka resident. “This is one of those things that will really stick in your mind when you cross train tracks. I know I’ll be thinking of it.� As the morning gave way to the afternoon, many attendees took advantage of the plethora of food choices available with food ranging to the meaty in Big Dog BBQ to the more standard outdoor event food offered by such vendors as Kenny’s Concessions. Many in attendance were looking for that specific kind of food they associate with the experience of Railroad Festival. “I always get a funnel cake at [Railroad Festival],� said Josh Nance, Topeka youth. “I love when they are fresh and covered in powdered sugar.� Festival attendees also were able to sit under tents while eating and enjoy live music that played throughout the day. Styles ranged from acoustic guitar sets to classic rock played by full bands.. While a diverse amount
Railroad Festival features a wide variety of activities
Locomotion motion: A festival attendee pumps away moving himself down a track. The self propelled locomotion attraction was just one of the many interactive exhibits that people could take part in.
All aboard: A Topeka youth watches as a model train goes by in one of the tables set up for families to enjoy. The trains were an exhibit put on by the Topeka Modelers, a group that enjoys the model train arts. of activities were available outside, inside the Great Overland Station children and adults alike were able to enjoy the intricately set up model trains on display courtesy of the Topeka Model Railroaders. Children in particular took great delight in watching the trains make their rounds across the miniature landscapes. “I thought it was really cool,� said Sadye Innes, 7-year old Topeka resident. “The trains are so tiny.� With a little bit of every-
thing available to enjoy, the event was well attended this year according to festival officials. “Last year we had roughly 3,000 people show up,� said Bette Allen, executive director of the Great Overland Station. “We had 2,600 as of 11 a.m. so we are hoping we make 4,000 like we were hoping for this year.� Robert Burkett is a senior mass media major. Reach him at robert. burkett@washburn.edu.
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Bod on the Street:
Opinion
Internet not just a privilege, a right
A million here, a million there and then you’re talking real money With the recent announcement of proposed improvements to Morgan Hall transforming it into an “iconic entrance” to Washburn University, The Review editorial staff asks itself what other things might we do with the money. With a proposed budget that ranges anywhere from $12 to $15 million at the low end and as high as $40-$50 million at the high end, we asked students what they might do with $40 million dollars...
500 full-ride scholarships Anna Hewitt, senior art major
Nicole Spencer, sophomore psychology major
“I would pay off my student loans and get a really nice new car thats energy efficient.”
“I would spend a year in Italy.”
8,000,000 $5 footlongs What $40,000,000 could have bought...
Dori Dodson, senior occupational therapy major
Josh Hobbs, senior criminal justice major
“I would save most of it an then buy a car.”
“I would open my own business and travel the world.”
Moore Money... Moore Problems
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Cameron Hughes is a junior art and graphic design major. Reach him at cameron.hughes@washburn.edu.
Rob Burkett
WASHBURN REVIEW
With the events that have transpired this year in what has been termed, “the arab spring” more than at any other time the power of information has been on display. At the same time that all of that is occurring, I was also somewhat amazed that the issue of information freedom has once again reared its ugly head domestically. The Libyan uprising featured students and other dissidents rioting in the eastern part of the nation. This on the face of it isn’t that remarkable as Moammar Gadhafi, the dictator of Libya has used violence, torture and intimidation to repress his people throughout his time as leader of the North African nation. What is remarkable, is how social media, televised news and the internet have played a central role in the opposition’s ability to mobilize and organize in their opposition to the regime. Despite the fact that only 10 percent of the nation reportedly has access to the internet, cell phones and social media have reportedly allowed the opposition to communicate with their compatriots throughout the nation coordinating their efforts to overthrow the government. While all of this has been occurring abroad with untold amounts of people killed fighting for their very freedom, the issue of information freedom in the United States is front and center in the instance of a situation that revolves around the death just one person. Oscar Grant, a resident of the city of San Francisco, Calif.
was fatally shot New Years Day 2009 by a Bay Area Rapid Transit system police officer. After a lengthy trial process, the officer standing trial was convicted, though of lesser charges. Fast forward to present day with peaceful protests planned at several of the transit stations. In order to discourage the protesters from organizing and creating what BART officials called, “unsafe travel conditions” internet and cell phone service was suspended throughout the duration of the announced protest times. While some argue that their freedom of speech and to assemble was not infringed upon, people need to recognize that the definition of free speech is evolving with the media world we are living in. The ability to access the internet is in itself a right that is quickly becoming a basic right of Americans. To muzzle people through denying service to people in a public place by a public service is akin to the denial of equal access to any other service offered by the government. One hopes that as the ramifications of this incident works its way through both society and, presumably, the legal system that the Supreme Court will eventually address this issue as we as a nation strive to determine the impact that 21st century technology will have on laws written in the 18th century. I hope that the esteemed members on the bench will rule in favor of public access to the internet in this case as the only thing that will kill a free and open society is the government repression of its people to speak out in opposition to the decisions that the government makes or we might as well all move to Tripoli, Tehran or Bejing.
Robert Burkett is a senior mass media major. Reach him at robert. burkett@washburn.edu.
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011
A&E
Soul Rebel defines local reggae sound in Topeka
Photo by Tricia Peterson, Washburn Review
Great Wall gets great feedback Tricia Peterson
WASHBURN REVIEW
Reggae and the Beast: Lead singer Luke Dwyer, along with the rest of the members of Soul Rebel and the Beast, captivate audiences with their unique blend of reggae, hip hop, jazz and other popular genres.
Michelle Boltz
WASHBURN REVIEW
Soul Rebel and The Beast combine fusion with number of diverse music genres. They’re not like typical reggae, but add more pizzazz for a more modern flavor tangled in with worldly elements. Reggae is intertwined with hip hop, jazz, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and gypsy jazz that bring a refreshing rhythm for everyone’s listening pleasure. “As a band, Reggae is the canvas, but we paint our influences on top of it,” said Aymen Ghali, lead guitarist for Soul Rebel and The Beast. “Everyone brings a different element.” Soul Rebel and The Beast formed in 2008. Members of
Photo courtesy of Soul Rebel and The Beast
the band consist of Luke Dwyer, lead vocals/hand drums, OJ “Juice” Dwyer on vocals and rhythm guitar, Aymen Ghali on lead guitar, Andrew Linton on bass, Joseph “JoJo” Jenkins on saxophone and Romero “Ro” on keyboards. According to the biography in reverbnation.com, Luke Dwyer describes the meaning behind Soul Rebel and The Beast: “You must live for life. You can’t live your life as others see fit. Rather, live in a way that your soul is content. If you seek happiness, then you must find that happiness. Fight against any entity that causes strife, or you will never know peace.” Although not everyone in Soul Rebel and the Beast is a Topeka native, the band has a
wonderful reception with local fans. “Once people have heard our music, it makes them want to hear more,” said OJ “Juice” Dwyer. “They love it. We have been amazed by the reception we’ve had. We give much thanks to Topeka for embracing our music.” Soul Rebel and The Beast won the first spot to open on the main stage out of 30 local bands from Topeka, Lawrence, and Kansas City at Kanrocksas on Aug. 5. They shared the stage with bands such as Flaming Lips, Black Keys, Muse and Eminem. “It was a wonderful experience. We played in front of 2,500 people,” said Dwyer. In 2008, they performed in the Wakarusa Music Festival in
Arkansas. Soul Rebel and The Beast opened for Mykal Rose in early 2011 at the Granada in Lawrence, Kan. Rose was the first reggae international musician to win a Grammy in the 1980s while in the band Black Uhuru. Soul Rebel and the Beast are currently working on their first CD, and have four songs released on reverbnation.com. Fans can also check out their fan page on Facebook. Local band Dream Killer University will be opening up for Soul Rebel and The Beast at College Hill Tavern during the Reggae Toga Party on Aug. 27.
feeling whether it’s a student’s major or not. Unlike many personal experiences, shaky hands and dry voices should not be a problem. According to Paul Prece, theatre department chair, most directors have a session called a “cold reading,” which means that a memorized or rehearsed scene is not necessary. Actors, regardless of experiences, will read from a script in different combinations. Prece suggests that prospective actors should read a
script prior to auditioning. Sharon Sullivan, associate professor in the theatre department, also mentioned how directors sometimes have different audition requirements—so it’s always a good idea to check with the department before each audition. Some directors will want auditioning students to bring a memorized and rehearsed monologue and/or song, and then the auditioner will perform their piece and then leave. Scripts for Washburn’s most current show, “Scapin,” a comedy by Moliere, will be available soon with a deposit from the Theatre Office, Garvey 133. Students also don’t have to be theatre majors to be a part of productions. The reality is, Washburn students, according to Sullivan, are encouraged by
faculty members to join an organization called the Washburn Players, which perform in projects during the year. The theatre office located in Garvey Fine Arts Center is another place to get information for those interested in learning how to become more involved. The staff also welcomes Washburn Tech students and others who are interested in helping backstage. Even if helping or participating in one of Washburn’s productions gives a student pause, every production held throughout the year is free for all students to attend. All a student needs is a Washburn ID. Students shouldn’t let fear influence their decision when trying out, even if they are a freshman or a transfer student. There are fewer better ways to introduce oneself to the Washburn community than out on the stage. The days to audition are Aug. 28 at 2 p.m. and Aug. 29 at 6 p.m. Anyone interested in learning more information can contact the theatre department at 670-1639.
Michelle Boltz is a junior mass media major. Reach her at michelle.boltz@washburn.edu
The art of auditioning
Jordan Loomis
WASHBURN REVIEW
Acting. Theatre. Drama. These three words can bring a lot of different feelings to mind. The constant beat of ones racing heart or the nerves working vision to a shaky blur. The exhilaration of transforming into someone else if even for just an hour can be a huge attraction to student performers. At Washburn, the theatre department is open for everyone who wants to feel that same
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Jordan Loomis is a freshman mass media major. Reach her at jordan. loomis@washburn.edu
I have been going to Great Wall for more than five years now and it hasn’t changed a bit. Lunch is inexpensive, portions are large and the service is good. They deliver anywhere in Topeka and they are quick - I don’t think I have waited over half an hour for the food. What more could a tired college student ask for? I always get a large order of crab rangoons because they are my favorite. The combos come with an egg roll and two crab rangoons and I usually ask for two egg rolls instead of the crab rangoon and they let me do it - they like to accomadate. The lunch combo only comes with one crab rangoon so if I get lunch I usually just take it and order a side of egg rolls. Not only do you get enough to take home with you, the price is low and the food is fresh. They offer all the traditional Chinese restaurant offerings - chicken, pork or beef choice for each dish - lo mein, cashew chicken, general Tso’s chicken, beef and broccoli, chow mein and many more. I always eye the “Flaming Pu Pu Platter” but have not yet gotten it - the flames scare me. I usually get the Lo Mein or the sesame chicken, which are my two favorites, and they don’t bother me as leftovers, which are usually abundant here. I recently ordered the sesame chicken and it was to die for. Unlike most Chinese restaurants where the cook seemingly makes one huge batch and uses that throughout the night, Great
Wall serves it up fresh. It comes steaming hot and still crispy, not soggy and over-sauced. I could tell it was fresh because when the waitress brought my plate it was steaming and I couldn’t eat it right away. You can tell the food comes off the wok straight to your mouth, as fresh as it gets. As I said before, my favorite side is the crab rangoons wontons wrapped around crabflavored cream cheese mixture and deep-fried to golden perfection. The reason I enjoy these more than any others from around town, is because they add a little something extra, which to me tastes like a hint of nutmeg. This adds another dimension to the flavor, a spiciness not found elsewhere that leaves me always wanting more. The actual restaurant is pretty old, but I just look at it like they are experienced in what they do. Just looking at the building you know it’s been put to use, the carpet is shaggy and the walls have peeling wallpaper, yet it all just adds to the experience. Because Great Wall is right across the street from campus, students can either walk there for lunch or have them deliver, which would be pretty quick. They are located in the shopping center Northeast of campus beside the Quik Shop. Their hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sundays. Tricia Peterson is a junior mass media major. Reach her at patricia.peterson@washburn.edu.
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A&E • Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Expectations set high for bands
Sushi for every palate Michelle Boltz
WASHBURN REVIEW
Photo by Josh Rouse
Sushi is an art form. Its basic canvas usually starts with white sushi rice. What is wrapped up inside depends on one’s individual tastes, whether it is mild or spicy. Daimaru provides a relaxing atmosphere with friendly staff and soothing music, with 26 varieties of sushi available. One of the sushi that is on the menu is Ebi, raw salmon wrapped in rice. When intertwined with soy sauce and wasabi (a form of horseradish), the combination makes the sushi a great compliment to the taste buds as well as giving it texture. Unagi is cooked sea eel, wrapped in seaweed and white rice that melts in your mouth. Along with wasabi, thinly sliced ginger has lemon undertones and gets spicier as you chew. Lemon juice is a delectable commendation to the California Roll, which contains crabmeat, avocado, cucumber, seaweed and cream cheese. Other sushi included is Ammebi, (sweet shrimp), Sake (salmon), Tako (octopus), Toro (belly of tuna) and many more. Daimaru is reasonably priced for the budget, and have sushi specials available. Daimaru is located at Huntoon and Gage,
Play on: The Marching Blues learn their halftime performance during band camp, which ran from Aug. 16-20. The Blues are under the direction of Mark Norman, who accepted the position last winter. Continued from page 1 award winning and very serious ing band and pep band but also group. We bring in lots of com- will be conducting some conCurrently, the marching posers, we premiere pieces, we cert bands as well. band has more than 100 stu- perform pieces and it is really Sarah Labovitz will be the dents, making it larger than last the cutting edge of music.” first and new assistant director year and Norman is hoping to Norman said the biggest of bands. Labovitz taught as an continue having both music and expectations are of the wind adjunct professor last year and non-music majors involved as ensemble which was selected is getting her doctorate degree well as bringing back the color to perform at the College Band at the University of Kansas. guard program that dissolved Directors National Association “Sarah is really a terrific roughly five years ago. South West Conference. director and will be leading all “The future of the band “There were 23 ensembles the on field rehearsals for the looks really good,” said Nor- that applied, they only took marching band,” said Norman. man. seven and we happened to be “It’s really the organization Norman said the other one of the seven and were the from the faculty point that has thing that the marching band only group from Kansas that changed.” is doing differently is playing a was selected, so we are travelNorman said the bands first different show at every game so ing to San Antonio, Texas in goal is to sound great and have that there is different music for March to play that concert,” fun. This stays true for all the people to listen to. said Norman. bands but especially the march“It’s going to be a very Norman said the biggest ing band. entertaining group,” said Nor- change this year in the bands is “I think the audience at man. how they organize the faculty football games this year will be In contrast, the concert and the staff for the bands. really excited at what is planned bands are different compared “Now being the director of and again the music will change to the marching and pep bands. bands, I will oversee all those pretty much at every game,” They are primarily sit down bands and make sure that they said Norman. “There will be groups that play cutting edge are consistently organized,” a lot of variety and I think the compositions. The Washburn said Norman audience will have a lot of fun Wind Ensemble is open for Instead of hiring a new ath- watching and listening to the anyone to audition. Norman letic band director, after Keith band.” said it is supposed to represent Mallory was no longer with the Nicholas Birdsong WASHBURN REVIEW Washburn University’s best. university due to an incident in “We have been recognized January, they have hired an as- Brian Dulle is a senior mass nationally for having the best,” sistant director of bands, who media major. Reach him at brian. Americans are fat and getsaid Norman. “This group is an will be overseeing the march- dulle@washburn.edu. ting fatter. More than one third of adults in the United States are considered obese, according to the Center for Disease Control. Average weight across the country has increased since the CDC began compiling data for all states in 1994. At that time no single state had more than 20 percent obesity rates. The issue spreads beyond our own borders. Average global obesity rates have doubled over the last 20 years, according to a 2008 ABC News article. Despite the global upward trends, the US is still tipping the scales more than any other nation. “Obesity is what some consider an epidemic,” said Ben Saathoff, assistant director of Fitness and Student Wellness at Washburn University. “Right now the main reasons are lack of exercise, lack of physical activity and the portion sizes are way out of control. Input is just greater than output.” Washburn students are not immune to the trend. Incoming freshen may face major lifestyle changes when coming to college that can contribute to weight gain. The commonly referenced freshman 15 is a
next door to Grover’s smoke house.For those that like their sushi to go, Hy-Vee on 29th and Wanamaker have sushi available inside of the deli, and are made fresh daily. They have 40-50 kinds of sushi, and can custom make sushi at your convenience. Dylan Barrington has been a part of the sushi department for four years, and enjoys what he does. He has firm advice on the way to eat sushi. “Sushi rolls are meant to be eaten in one bite to get in all the taste at once,” said Barrington Hy-Vee has party trays as well t o
is available by request. Vegetarians and vegans alike will enjoy Hy-Vee’s popular vegetable sushi that is made with avocado, carrot, and cucumber. “People on occasion will order sushi wrapped in rice paper instead of the traditional seaweed wrap,” said Barrington. Hy-Vee occasionally offers sushi classes for only $15 a person. All ingredients are available during the course, and can take creations home for everyone’s culinary pleasure. “There is no mystery to it,” said Barrington. Hy-Vee’s deli is open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., but also has sushi ready to go after hours that are s he ug already packH n ero aged. Sushi can am C by h ic also be ordered by ap Gr phone and can be ready to be picked up. ac“We’re pretty flexible c o m - around here,” said Barrington. pany social gatherings. The Philly Roll is a pretty popular sushi ordered that contains avocado, crabmeat, cream cheese, cucumber, seaweed and white rice rolled in sesame seeds that add an interesting twist to be savored, similar to the California Roll. Sauces offered are eel sauce, oyster sauce, wasabi, chili sauce, gin- Michelle Boltz is a junior mass ger, soy sauce, and Sririacha for media major. Reach her at mithat extra “kick.” Lemon juice chelle.boltz@washburn.edu.
Ultimate weigh in popular way of referring to the additional poundage. “I knew a lot of people after my freshman year in 20022003 that had put on a lot of weight because of it,” said Luke Einsel, Washburn senior. “People getting new freedom with their diet, overeating or drinking excessively and putting on weight; that was usually the context.”
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“I’m sure a lot of it is stress,” said Amanda Phoenix, Washburn student “You can get wound up in your studies and you don’t have time to eat well.” Fortunately for Washburn students there are many tools available to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. The Student Recreation and Wellness Center provides free fitness assessments and orientation programs to familiarize students with the workout equipment at
the center. Fitness classes are held daily that only require registration one hour prior to the class start time. “Taking part in group exercise is a great way to learn and meet new people,” said Saathoff. There are many ways to stay fit that don’t require regular trips to the gym. Parking further away from campus can provide an easy and environmentally friendly option saidSaathoff. Avoiding late nights, sugary drinks and alcohol can also help students feel better and avoid weight gain. Chartwells is making efforts to create a more friendly campus dining experience for students aiming to eat well. A new media campaign will be held this year to encourage healthy eating said Saathoff. Signs posted will indicate foods that are vegetarian, vegan or locally grown foods.
Nicholas Birdsong is a senior political science major. Reach him at nicholas.birdsong@washburn.edu.
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Fantasy Football Josh Rouse
Washburn loses two key players
Double trouble: Washburn’s Terry Grimmett, 3, and Pierre Desir, 12, team up for a tackle against Northwest Missouri State in 2010. Desir has left the team according to Washburn head coach Craig Schurig, after missing camp to stay home in St. Louis to take care of family obligations. Photo by Mike Goehring, Washburn Review
What Washburn loses Career stats
337 rushes, 1,968 yards, 19 rushing TDs 12 INTs, 79 tackles, two sacks, one TD Vershon Moore
What Washburn retains Career stats
366 rushes, 1,510 yards, 15 rushing TDs
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SRWC helps WU students live well Sam Sayler
high school athletes that are no longer involved in their WASHBURN REVIEW sporting pursuits on a school Washburn upperclassmen level. Specifically, students know how difficult it can be to are offered competitions in maintain a healthy life balance soccer, flag football, basketball, with a stressful college lifestyle, volleyball, while more casual especially in a new place away students may play Wii Bowling, from home. poker, checkers, scrabble and Located directly behind more. Yager Stadium on campus, The Washburn community students are able to do just that can also be connected through via the Student Recreation and Bod Buddies, the SRWC’s Wellness Center. The SRWC service to pair up members with is committed to promoting similar recreational interests. wellness among students “These programs are a between studies by offering terrific way to meet new people cardiovascular and interact with machines, a track, other groups of STUDENT free weights and said WELLNESS students,” weight machines. Stoller. The SRWC strives to Students looking for a improve upon its member’s change in their own wellness six dimensions of wellness: programs may take part in the spiritual, intellectual, SRWC’s fitness assessments. environmental, physical, social Simply ask for one at the front and emotional. Best of all to desk, fill out a form, take a students struggling financially, meeting, and leave with a the SRWC is completely free of unique new exercise regimen. charge with tuition. “It’s a great place to de“I think the SRWC a great stress,” said Katie Henry, junior way to stay healthy physically,” SRWC employee. “It’s hard to said Amanda Stoller, a senior just hang out with your friends student worker at the SRWC. and take a break from school.” “It’s also a perfect method for Henry mainly uses her stress management.” own exercise plan, but sees The SRWC also features the appeal of the SRWC’s many group exercise classes programs. for the upcoming fall semester, “I’ve been interested in the which range from whole body group exercising,” said Henry. workouts to abs to yoga to “Sometimes it just doesn’t work kickboxing with different out with my schedule.” classes planned throughout For further information the day to help accommodate concerning the SRWC, call students’ busy class schedules. 785-670-1314 or email getfit@ For the more competitive washburn.edu. students intramural programs Sam Sayler is a sophomore English are offered that cater to major. Reach him at samuel.sayler@ students including former washburn.edu.
Pierre Desir
Eight tackles, 11 kick returns for 222 yards Justin Cooper
Patrick Jean
Softball welcomes new head coach Bercarra Rob Burkett
State as helpful to her role in Topeka. “The talent [in Denver] is Though most Washburn very similar to here in Topeka,” sports fans are gearing up for said Bercarra. “What’s nice football season, one person new about Metro is you get girls who to campus has another sport on are close to family, and those are her mind. the girls we had recruited. They Head softball coach just happened to also be good. Va n e s s a Topeka has Bercarra is the same kind the one of of situation.” the newest Beyond additions to the recruiting the lineup situation, the of coaches change in at Washburn conference U n i v e r s i t y. is something With the Bercarra looks resignation to take on of Lisa Carey after having following the come from a 2011 softball relatively less s e a s o n , competitive Bercarra R M A C applied for conference. the job in “[The Photo courtesy of WUSports.com the hopes MIAA] is of coming in and definitely a lot giving the Lady Blues a new more competitive conference,” leader that has seen prosperity said Bercarra. “Everyone will so far in her coaching career. find that I am a competitive Before coming to person, though, so we’ll do our Washburn, Bercarra had best to be as good as we can success in the Rocky Mountain be.” Athletic Conference at Metro With the season still on the State University, located in horizon, Bercarra looks forward the Denver, Colo., area. As to getting to know her players part of the staff from 2008- as they prepare for the year. 11 and eventually serving as “Getting to know the girls the interim head coach in her is going to be a big priority for final season, the Roadrunners me,” said Bercarra. “I’m just finished with a record of 159- looking forward to moving in 54, including two conference and getting to know the team titles and a trip to the Division and the campus.” II national tournament in her final season there. Now that she is at Rob Burkett is a senior mass media Washburn, Bercarra sees her major. Reach him at robert.burkett@ experiences recruiting at Metro washburn.edu. WASHBURN REVIEW
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he ruptured a patellar tendon. He is now out for the season, and fantasy owners would be Now that football is back wise to take another Cardinals in action, many fantasy football rusher, Beanie Wells. owners are scrambling to catch DRAFT: RB Tim up on an entire offseason’s Hightower, Washington worth of research in order to Redskins – Hightower has pick the best available players. looked fantastic since signing For those who don’t have with the Redskins, rushing time to scour sports networks 16 times for 114 yards and a looking for injuries, training touchdown. With Ryan Torain camp reports, preseason stats out, Hightower and thirdand player Tweets to find out string running back Roy Helu who will be best in 2011 and have turned the once anemic who will be a flop, here’s a Redskins rushing attack into a list of who to draft and who to force to be reckoned with. ditch. DITCH: QB Peyton DRAFT: TE Jared Cook, Manning, Indianapolis Colts Tennessee Titans – This year’s – Word out of Indianapolis is draft is incredibly that Manning might deep at tight end, miss the season DRAFT probably deeper opener after having ADVICE than any other shoulder surgery position. There’s no reason this offseason. Manning has to draft a tight end in the fifth succeeded in the NFL thanks to round when you can easily get his ability to prepare for games, a quality player in the 12th but with him not being able to round. Cook was a backup prepare during the offseason, last year, leading to low stats even once he returns it will and expectations. However, take a while for him to get up this year he is a starter and to speed. A better QB option has already put up decent might be his younger brother stats in his preseason games. Eli Manning. The team loves his potential, Finally, to get the most out and new quarterback Matt of your draft day experience, Hasselbeck is certain to target hit up Hooters to get a free draft him. Hasselbeck loves tight kit that includes a big board, ends and, being unfamiliar with stat sheets and extra swag. It’s the new offense, is even more free to sign up, just go to www. likely to use him as a safety HootersDraftParty.com and blanket. sign up. DITCH: RB Ryan Williams, Arizona Cardinals – Josh Rouse is a senior mass media The rookie running back was set major. Reach him at joshua.rouse@ to have a breakout year up until washburn.edu. WASHBURN REVIEW
“With his situation, we’re Continued from Page 1 kind of in a stance right now of junior running back Vershon where we’re not really saying Moore, who was arrested by anything,” said Schurig. “It’s Topeka police on Aug. 9 in an on-going process, their connection with aggravated really hasn’t been anything robbery. Schurig said he done university-wise, so right hadn’t spoken directly with now it’s kind of a no-comment Moore since the and just WASHBURN situation incident, but has kind of waiting and FOOTBALL seeing.” communicated with his family and received On Tuesday, Moore information about the legal pleaded guilty and faces up to situation from them. In his 25 years in prison and a fine of stead, senior running back up to $250,000. Justin Cooper is expected to start, with redshirt freshman Josh Rouse is a senior mass media Sean McPherson backing him major. Reach him at joshua.rouse@ up. washburn.edu.
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Arts & Entertainment • Wednesday, August 24, 2011
The Sights of Welcome Week 2011
Move in day: Washburn students help move in new students last Thursday morning. Many of the families were able to move in early to beat the heat of the afternoon. Photo by Rob Burkett
Dance Off: New Washburn students enjoy activities designed to break the ice and introduce each other. Roughly 200 students were in attendance. Photo by Rob Burkett
Climbing to new heights: New students climb the rock wall as part of Rock the Rec events. It saw more than 300 students attend on Thursday. Photo by Josh Rouse
Running to class: Members of the Washburn community get treats after a run around campus. Students and faculty started at Mabee Library and ended back at the building. Photo by Rob Burkett
Shoulders Above: Students carry their fellow classmates on their shoulders during Playfair as a way to symbolize holding up their fellow classmates. Photo by Josh Rouse