January 22, 2020
Volume 146, Issue 14
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WUmester 2020 plans to revisit Washburn’s legacy Alyssa Storm Washburn Review
WUmester is an event that Washburn University hosts every spring semester that consists of topics related to diversity, with a focus on subjects that are connected to current events. The topic for this semester is focusing on Citizenship and Suffrage not only in the United States, but the world. “These topics were chosen because of the anniversaries that take place,” said Kelly Erby, Chair of the Academic Diversity and Inclusion Committee. “This is the 150-year anniversary of the 15th Amendment, the 100-year anniversary of the 19th Amendment, the year of the census as well as an election year.” The topics chosen not only focuses on voting rights of African American men and white women, they also have some events that are tailored toward African American women in history. Erby said that she is excited about this year’s topic because it ties in well with a class that she is teaching this semester. “I’m excited about the topic because I’m teaching a class, Women in US History, that looks at the role of not only white women but women of color too,” said Erby. Other notable events include the Lanker Exhibit at the Mulvane Art Museum that will be open from Feb. 7 to June 13. Also, an exhibition titled “I Dream a World: Portraits of Black Women Who Changed the World.” The Lincoln-Harman Lecture featuring Koritha Mitchell’s lecture “Homemade Citizenship: All but Inviting Injury” is an-
other event that takes place Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. in the Neese Gray Theater. There will also be lectures taking place covering voting rights and civil activists. “It’s strange that just 100 years ago it wasn’t legal for women to vote,” said Emma Morrissey, a freshman criminal justice major. With politics playing a prominent role in our everyday lives, it’s important people recognize the sacrifices made to get the rights we have today. “We need graduate students to be aware of what is going on in the world around them,” said Erby. These topics of rights and inclusivity have a distinct connection to Washburn University’s history. Before it was Washburn University, the school was known as Lincoln College. The college was prominently known as one of the first universities in the United States to allow African Americans and women to openly register and enroll in the late 1800’s. “Early on Washburn played a role in being an open-access campus,” said Erby. “This event lives up to that legacy.” Many students are excited in what WUmester will bring this spring semester. “I think it’s a fantastic topic that needs to be talked about, especially with Washburn wanting to embrace more cultures with the motive for additional diversification,” said Morrissey. There are WUmester events happening from late January to the end of June. Visit the official Washburn University webpage for the full WUmester events calendar. photo courtesy of Flonzie Brown Wright
Starting with the Wright speaker: Flonzie Brown Wright is a civil rights and women’s rights activists. She is one of the speakers for WUmester.
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Students sometimes assume professors don’t have adequate job market experience, and focus solely on academia. This isn’t always the case. Regardless, there are Washburn professors who obtained a large amount of real-world experience before entering the world of upper-level academia. Rick LeJuerrne, a lecturer in the School of Business, is just one example. LeJuerrne graduated from Washburn with an accounting degree in 1991. After working for a few different companies, he joined his father’s business, Halibrand Performance, formerly known as Halibrand Engineering. The business has a long history that uniquely ties to the recent blockbuster film “Ford vs. Ferrari.” In the 1930s, Ted Halibrand, an aviation mechanic and avid race fan, discovered that a magnesium alloy could make car parts lighter and stronger – making race cars faster. “He’s credited as the first person to make the magnesium wheel, or the ‘mag wheel,’” said LeJuerrne. “He put them on his cars and would lap opponents because being lighter was such an advantage.” Then, race car designers such as Carroll Shelby, the inventor of the GT40 and main protagonist of “Ford vs. Ferrari,” got wind of this reinvention of the wheel. “Halibrand was the company that was known for going fast. “Ted Halibrand built a company that at one point had wheels and components on 20 straight Indy 500 winners,” said LeJuerrne Ted Halibrand eventually sold the company, and after multiple ownership swaps, LeJuerrne’s father purchased the company and brought it to Wichita in 1993. The company stood for multiple decades until this past year when the owner, LeJuerrne’s father, passed away and the family decided to sell the company to Holley Performance Products. LeJuerrne originally worked at Washburn from 2003 to 2011 as the director of the Small Business and Development Center. Here, LeJuerrne used the experience and knowledge he gained from Halibrand to help entrepreneurs and business developers in Topeka. “I got to work with entrepreneurs that had great ideas and saw some businesses go from an idea to actual businesses that are around Topeka and northeast Kansas today,” said LeJuerrne. LeJuerrne is now a full-time lecturer in the School of
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Reinvent the wheel: LeJuerrne shows off an original Halibrand wingnut. In the movie “Ford vs. Ferrari,” there is one particular scene that felt surreal to LeJuerrne: a Halibrand wingnut being whacked onto the axle of the GT40 race car with a rubber mallet to keep the wheel in place.
Business and helped develop the entrepreneurship and innovation concentration for the school. He uses his business experience in the classroom often. “I’ve got all these experiences from Halibrand and other things that I can draw from to give advice, but I don’t have all the answers,” said LeJuerrne. Taylor Keller, a junior entrepreneurship and finance major, took one of LeJuerrne’s classes and now works closely alongside him as the president of the entrepreneurship group. “In a class that I took with him, he used a lot of examples from his experience at Halibrand,” said Keller. “I remember him telling us about a large order being placed and it was either coming or going to Mexico. He mentioned how he had so many struggles and it ended up costing the company a bunch of money.” While LeJuerrne’s students believe that he has all the answers, the man himself promises that most answers can be found using three key things. “The key is, as an entrepreneur, you must believe in yourself. And if you run into a challenge, you have to hustle and figure it out. It comes down to hustle, grit and determination,” said LeJuerrne.
Washburn University has selected Isaiah Collier as its new director of student involvement and development. Collier is currently the Assistant Dean of Student Development at Missouri Western State University, a position he has held since 2011. Collier is replacing Jessica Barraclough, who left in December 2018 to join the United Way of Greater Shawnee County. Collier will begin his new appointment Jan. 27, 2020, one week following the start of the spring semester. “Isaiah brings experience with campus activities, student organizations, Greek Life and student government. We are incredibly fortunate that a professional with his background and experience chose to join our team,” said Grospitch. According to Grospitch in a Jan. 6 email to students, faculty and staff, Collier earned both his bachelor of arts in social work and a master of education with a focus in higher education administration from the University of Akron. Collier is an Ohio native, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc and has served as an instructor at both Eastern Illinois University and Missouri Western University. Continued on page 7
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Chiefs advance to Super Bowl 54 Wesley Tabor Washburn Review
1970 was the last time the Kansas City Chiefs made a super bowl appearance and had a chance to play for the Vince Lombardi Trophy. It was Super Bowl 4 and the Chiefs beat the Minnesota Vikings, 23-7, in an AFL-NFL battle at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans. 50 years later and the NFL is now divided into two conferences, the AFC and NFC – Tulane Stadium no longer exists as it was demolished in 1980. Clearly it has been a long time coming for the Kansas City Chiefs who brought back the Lamar Hunt trophy Sunday, Jan. 19 following a win over the Tennessee Titans in the AFC title game. Patrick Mahomes led the Chiefs offense with four touchdowns, three passing and one rushing, throwing for 294 yards. Running back Damien Williams added 45 rushing yards and one touchdown to the score column. The defense withheld Titans running back Derrick Henry who nearly eclipsed the 200-yard mark against the defending Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots and Baltimore Ra-
vens two weeks in a row on the road. Henry completed the game with 69 rushing yards and a touchdown against the Chiefs. Safety Tyrann Mathieu led the Chiefs defense with nine tackles. It’s been a tale of second-quarter turnarounds for the Chiefs who trailed the Houston Texans 24-0 in the divisional round before scoring 28 unanswered points in the second quarter. A similar pattern occurred Sunday when the Chiefs fell behind 17-7 against the Titans before tallying 14 unanswered before halftime – shifting the tide. That may be the winning formula for the Chiefs against the San Francisco 49ers. Mitigate the opponent’s running game and execute pressure plays that shift the momentum heading into the latter half of the game. 49ers running back Raheem Mostert carried the team on his back to an NFC Championship win by totaling 220 yards on the ground and adding four touchdowns in a 37-20 rout over the Packers. Washburn students and faculty chimed in on Super Bowl 54 – giving their predictions.
Medical report 5:49 a.m. Jan. 10. A report was made from the Delta Gamma Sorority. An individual was complaining of back and stomach pain.
Let’s not, ok 7:04 a.m. Jan. 10. A report was made from Lincoln Hall. A suspicious person was reported.
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The wait is over: The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Tennessee Titans in the AFC title game this past Sunday, securing the Lamar Hunt trophy. Feb. 2 will be the first time the Chiefs have appeared in a Super Bowl since the 1969-1970 season.
“I’m hoping the Chiefs continue to perform at a high level,” said Courtney Cox, a junior double majoring in anthropology and art. “I predict the final score will be 38-32, Chiefs win.” Melissa Lewis, the administrative assistant for the sociology and anthropology department agreed. “I’ve been a lifelong Chiefs fan... I grew up in KC,” said Lewis. “It’s going to be a good match-up. I’m predicting a high-scoring game.” There is support for a
49ers victory on Washburn’s campus. “I think the chiefs are a little outmatched. The 49ers are dominant – they didn’t have to throw the ball in their last game against Green Bay,” said Bailey Jenkins, a sports management major. “I think the character of San Francisco will also play a roll.” Super Bowl 54 will be played Feb. 2 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. The game will kick off at 5:30 p.m.
Grant writing workshop energizes Topeka residents Matthew L. Self
5:35 p.m. Jan. 12. A report was made from the Delta Gamma Sorority. The panic alarm was activated and the cause is unknown.
Medical report 10:36 a.m. Jan. 13. A report was made from the Washburn Village Apartments. An individual reported that they fell off the curb and hurt their knee.
It’s too early for school 9:15 a.m. Jan. 14. A report was made from Washburn Tech East. Suspicious activity was reported.
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ArtsConnect is offering grant writing workshops to Topeka residents to help them become more familiar with the process of writing grants. So far, two workshops have been scheduled, with the first having occurred Jan. 15, while the next is set for Jan. 25. The grant writing workshop will be taking place at ArtsConnect’s new office in NOTO. The workshop was divided in two this year due to an overwhelming amount of attendees. The practice of writing grants refers to the completion of an application process for funding by an institution such as a government department, corporation, foundation or trust. “Attendees can learn more about top arts programs and general tips in writing grant applications,” said Sarah Fizell, the executive director at ArtsConnect. “People take this workshop so they will write better grants and have more confidence while they do it. The more dollars we can bring to Topeka through grant writing the better.” Successful grant writers in Topeka have, through the program funded by the city and administered by ArtsConnect, made a large impact in the community. In last year’s program alone there were 23 projects that received grant funding and affected different portions of the local community. One of the successful grant projects from last year was the Topeka Metropolitan Transit Authority bus wrap mural which was themed on Brown v. Board of Education. This project is similar to a previous project that was featured in years past, the “Remember Rosa” bus wrap. The new bus wrap will feature special activities on board and will highlight the important role that art and public transportation play in issues of social justice. Many students and staff at Wash-
I swear it’s baking soda 11:12 a.m. Jan. 15. A report was made from Kuehne Hall. A baggie with white substance was found.
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Open for business: ArtsConnect is offering grant writing workshops and more at its location at 909 N. Kansas Ave. They recently opened among the other colorful businesses in the NOTO neighborhood.
burn have probably noticed some of the projects undertaken by ArtsConnect in Topeka or some of the other programs it is associated with. Utility box murals, the Topeka Mural Project
“The more dollars we can bring to Topeka through grant writing the better.” and the First Friday Artwalk all have ties to the organization. They have also created many guides that show unique art locations around the city, including several locations central to Washburn such as the Rita Blitt Art Gallery and the Mulvane Art Museum.
“We’ve seen 85 people respond to the two workshops we’ve set up this year,” said Board President Mary Thomas with ArtsConnect. “Grant writing is like interviewing, the more you do it the better you’ll get at it. Your education improves each time and you become a better scribe of your story.” The grant writing program receives funding from both the city of Topeka and multiple, changing private donors from the local area. It is reported that the program receives around $30,000 from the city with smaller donations of around $1,000 from private sources. Washburn students are free to partake in the workshops as well. However, this year’s session is currently filled to capacity. If you are curious about the grant writing program or any of the other programs handled by ArtsConnect, please contact Sarah Fizell at sarah@artsconnecttopeka. org. Many students already take part in the grant writing workshop and there are several reported to be taking part in it this year.
11:51 a.m. Jan. 15. A report was made from Washburn Tech. An individual reported about a student’s marijuana usage.
Take care of yourself 3:49 p.m. Jan. 15. A report was made from SW 17th St and SW Macvicar. A non-injury accident was reported.
Information only 5:05 p.m. Jan. 15. A report was made from Morgan Hall. An information report regarding a student was made.
Stop being so shady 2:39 p.m. Jan. 17. A report was made from the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. A suspicious person was reported.
Ok, now it’s really too early for school 2:26 a.m. Jan. 18. A report was made from Washburn Tech West. The burglary alarm was set off.
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Opinion
January 22, 2020
Letter from the editor Abbie Barth Washburn Review
Welcome back Bods! This is our first issue of the semester, and we have made a few exciting changes to our paper over the break. When you picked up our paper, you may have noticed that our header at the top looks very different. As much as we loved our old header, we decided to create a new one that will stand the test of time and remain our permanent header. We wanted to make it more simple and less distracting so that we can focus on what matters — the stories. We’ve also updated multiple sections within our paper. Both the Crime Report and the Bods on the Block have new logos that complement our new
header. We have also updated our “This Week in History” column to distinguish it from the rest of the paper and make it easier to understand. We hope that the updates we have made to The Washburn Review will enhance your news reading experience and draw you, and more students, faculty and community members, to our campus paper. The goal of Student Media is to highlight and re-
cord all that occurs within Washburn and the community. While I believe that we covered a lot last semester, I believe that we can, and should, do more. This semester, I would like to ask you, our reader, to tell us what you believe your campus news organization should cover. What are we missing? What are we getting right? What are we getting wrong? Help us showcase everything on campus, from the people
doing exceptional things to the systems and processes that are failing to fulfill their purpose. We are here as your news outlet; therefore, we would like to provide you with content that you find both interesting and beneficial. If you know of something within Washburn or the Topeka community that you believe our readers should know about, please let us know. You can either contact me at my email: abbie.barth@washburn. edu or submit your idea through our website: washburnreview.org. Student Media believes that no story or idea is too small or minuscule and each idea is worth looking into, so please, do not hesitate to reach out.
Internet Culture: Twitter blinds empathy Savannah Workman Washburn Review
A U.S. drone struck down Iranian general Qassem Soleimani Jan. 3, in what sparked conversation of another world war, the war to end all wars. Within minutes and days to come, Twitter flooded with people in fear and outrage at the decisions of a few. Uncertainty was met with humor as the mass population attempted to grapple with what is real, and what is fabricated. Nothing is certain but it is our call to action. #WWIIImemes is one of the most trending hashtags right now – and in the Twitter universe, everyone is a writer. Americans are dissociated with this potential world event. We aren’t feeling sadness, nor pain, but humor. We laugh and we scroll until something else entertains us or excites us momentarily. Fear and anxiety is projected on social media – showing the whole world that you’re afraid could seem pathetic to others. In an article for UCLA by Stuart Wolpert, online influence is believed to be dramatic. In the article, he cites Mirella Dapretto, UCLA’s Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behavior, professor of psychiatry and
biobehavioral sciences. “Users respond to peer influence; their willingness to conform manifested itself both at the brain level and in what they choose to like,” said Dapretto. “We should expect the effect would be magnified in real life, when teens are looking at likes by people who are important to them.” The result causes people to go online, as the goal is to receive as many likes as possible, further perpetuating the idea of dissociation and ignoring empathetic emotions and using humor to ignore the physical social problem. Gina Barreca states on a Psychology Today blog post that we need a strong dose of focused humor in our lives every day. “Laughter banishes anxiety and can help replace fear,” said Barreca. “Laughter is a testament to courage, or at least a manifestation of the wish for it, and courage is stronger than fear.” Laughter receives more praise on Twitter because it is less emotional, less personal. Most people join social media to pull themselves away from reality, to become distracted, entertained and to be in a world fitted to their likes and interests based upon who they follow.
It is not just a psychological problem, but a social problem. Americans live in a bubble. Twitter helps us obtain that bubble status and protects it. A University of Michigan study shows that today’s college students are not as empathetic compared to college students from the 1980s and 90s. Analyzing 14,000 college students over the last 30 years, Sara Konrath, a researcher at the U-M Institute for Social Research states that “Compared to 30 years ago, the average American now is exposed to three times as much non work-related information. In terms of media content, this generation of college students grew up with video games, and a growing body of research, including work done by my colleagues at Michigan, is establishing that exposure to violent media numbs people to the pain of others.” If we choose to care about people’s needs and feelings, we are at a greater advantage. We learn more about the Americans that volunteer to risk their lives. We learn about different country’s structures and values. We gain more than simply retweeting something that will only bring us joy temporarily.
Anna-Marie spills the tea: Taxing streaming services Anna-Marie Lauppe Washburn Review
As anyone who follows Kansas news may have heard, Gov. Laura Kelly is proposing a bill which would put a sales tax on all streaming service subscriptions including both video (Netflix) and music (Apple Music) services, as well as any video game downloads one procures in the state of Kansas. This tax was proposed to the House and the Senate in the Kansas state budget by Kelly Jan. 16. Now, as a student who uses multiple streaming services (Hulu, Netflix, CBS All Access, Spotify, Disney+) this was kind of
a shock to learn. I mean, I pay for my own Wi-Fi every month so that I can stream these services, and now I am going to have to pay more than the annual or monthly fee I already pay to keep these services? That seems a little ridiculous to me. I’m not dense, I realize that as streaming services have increased, cable networks and DVD stores have certainly lost business and thus the revenue from said services has decreased. I’m sure that due to this lack of revenue the governor is probably trying to make up the loss, especially since the proposal is supposedly set to bring in
$26.7 million for the state. That is a lot of money, so I see how it could be beneficial. On the flip side of this, I don’t see very many people who pay for their own services and Wi-Fi being very open to this tax. We pay for the internet to stream and download these things. Isn’t that enough? If one pays between $40 & $60 per month for WiFi, $7/month for Disney+, $12/month for Netflix, $6/ month for the most basic level of Hulu, between $5-$9/month for Spotify or Apple Music, and $13/ month for Amazon Prime it adds up. If one has a monthly subscription to all of these
they are spending between $83 and $107 a month and $996 and $1,284 per year already. This all feels very “Boston Tea Party” like to me. But at the end of the day we can’t dump all of our streaming services into Lake Shawnee (nor would we want to,) so we have to address this issue a little bit more elegantly. Speak up, make your voice heard, write a letter to your representatives, and discuss with people why you do or do not support this tax. Otherwise you may end up paying more than you already do for the things you enjoy.
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The Washburn Review was established in 1885. This section shares snapshots of coverage from the Review’s more than 130-year newspaper.
Construction on Mabee Library continues even though frigid winter weather makes for unpleasant working conditions. January 1977
Subzero temperatures plagued Topeka for two weeks and jumper cables became a familiar site on the Washburn campus as students found out they might not have been as ready for winter as they thought. January 1977
Cold causes gas shortage at WU The recent subzero temperatures have caused a temporary natural gas cutback, but Physical Planet Director Loyd Durow said the problem is not serious. “I don’t think this will be any problem at all,” Durow said. “ They reduce the gas to keep it within the capabilities of the pipe system to get the gas to the users.” The plant is now using fuel oil as a standby until the Gas Service Company ends its curtailment of natural gas. Excerpt from January 19,1977
Business sessions planned Two semesters for business managers will be conducted by the WU School of Business and the Topeka Chamber of Commerce next Tuesday in the Benton Hall Conference Center. The seminars will concern “Dynamics of Productivity” and “Time Management.” Dr. Chester E. Peters, vicepresident for student affairs at Kansas State University, will discuss factors affecting office productivity. Excerpt from January 19,1977
Students arrived at the bookstore only to find that some of the books they needed were sold out. January 1977
Topeka to-do downtown Kodee Christensen Washburn Review
If you’re new to Topeka, chances are you’ve asked the question, “What is there to do around here?” I know I did several times as a freshman here at Washburn. However, if you do any amount of searching, the answer will soon come to you. Topeka is a city with many hidden, and some not-so-hidden, gems. More specifically, the downtown area is buzzing with things to do, places to eat and things to see. First and foremost, I think many people don’t take advantage of the history lacing the streets of downtown Topeka. After all, this is our state capitol. Free guided tours are offered Monday through Friday at the Capitol Building. While many of us may have field-tripped to the Capitol Building in elementary school, taking a tour as a college student might inspire you in new ways. Topeka is also home to the historic Brown v. Board of Education Historic Site, where you can learn all about the landmark case that desegregated schools in America for the first time ever. Hours for the National Historic Site are 9-5, seven days a week. When considering places to dine, have fun and hang out with friends, you can find all three at The Pennant. With a sports bar, bowling alley and vintage arcade games, this restaurant is a guaranteed good time. “While The Pennant in downtown Topeka attracts people of all ages, our environment is especially
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January 22, 2020
Bods on the block Do you go to more activities on or off campus?
Alaina McManus Junior Health Administration major
“Off campus because there’s more to do.” WASHBURN REVIEW - Kodee Christensen
Table talk: Sophomore Kaylee Schweer and senior Mika Schmelzle caught up over coffee at a table along Kansas Ave. in downtown Topeka. Many stores and restaurants local to downtown Topeka can be found along Kansas Ave.
suited for those who are looking for a unique and entertaining experience while enjoying good eats and drinks,” said Director of Marketing Teryl Studebaker. “Our guests enjoy two stories of fun, including four lanes of bowling, a full vintage arcade and a sports bar to catch all the best games.” Hours for The Pennant lend themselves to fun times extending well into the night, as they are open until midnight Sunday through Thursday, and until 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. “The vision behind The Pennant has always been to build community within community - we believe in supporting local business, whether that be through goods and ingredients we purchase, or vendors who service our facilities,” said Studebaker. “It’s an amazing time to be a part of growing Topeka, and we’re proud of the footprint we’re making!” For the study-minded
and caffeine crazed student looking for a place to crack the books, visit Juli’s Coffee and Bistro on 8th. Their large food menu boasts soups, sandwiches, breakfast dishes, pastries and more. “The people at Juli’s are like family,” said junior Steven Cornwell who works at Juli’s. “We are downtown so we get a lot of foot traffic from the nearby businesses and law offices, meaning, we get a lot of regulars. The building itself is also incredibly beautiful and it’s on the historical register. And you can almost always hear laughter from behind the counter, and that to me is a very important thing that makes Juli’s home.” Last but not least, your list of things to do in downtown Topeka wouldn’t be complete without First Fridays. Every first Friday of the month, NOTO art galleries, shops and more stay open late into the evening, sometimes offering specials or samples, and
a musical performance is not unheard of. It’s a perfect time for you and your friends to walk the streets to see all that the downtown area has to offer. “One of my favorite things to do in Topeka when the weather gets warmer during the afternoons is to head to NOTO on the first Friday of every month,” said senior Erasmo Nunez. “The whole street is buzzing with hundreds of people visiting the antique shops and art galleries. My favorite restaurant to visit is always The Wheel Barrel.” Besides these must-sees, downtown Topeka is full of more restaurants, coffee shops, activities and the list goes on. If you haven’t explored the area yet, I would highly recommend you do. I guarantee you’ll find something that appeals to you if you look. For a complete list of things to do and places to eat in downtown Topeka, visit https://visit. topekapartnership.com/.
Andrew Foreman Senior Accounting and Entrepreneurship major
“Off campus, school takes up most of my time when I’m on campus.”
Amy Casey Senior Integrated Studies major
“Both, because I’m involved in stuff both on and off campus. I like to watch sports on campus.”
New businesses arrive in NOTO Kodee Christensen Washburn Review
Developed in the mid-1800s as an industry hub, today’s NOTO Arts District has a long-standing history of being a staple for shopping, dining and networking for community members. While the area has been central to the Topeka community for almost 200 years, its atmosphere is constantly being matched with the ever-evolving interests of a bustling and prosperous city. The new year brings new entertainment, recreation and dining hotspots to the NOTO Arts District – they are the cornerstones of this growth. Fresh to the scene is Odin’s Lair, an axe throwing facility that provides individuals the chance to spend some time doing just what it sounds like: throwing axes. “It’s outside of the norm of what Topeka has always had, and a memory that they should have, especially for students,” said owner Buddy Haynes. “For student groups, even groups of friends, it can be a decent memory of having fun, throwing axes and competing. Students could come in and throw axes, have fun, bond with friends and release stress, which is great come exam time.” Haynes also made sure to remind people of the hidden bonus behind axe throwing. “It’s a good way to get exercise without knowing it,” said Haynes. “The next day people will have sore arms and abs.” If you’re in the market for some stress relief, bonding time with friends or you have a free afternoon – check out Odin’s Lair. Walk-ins are welcome and reservations can be made to ensure a lane for 90-minute sessions. You’ll be interested to hear that
Kevin Hunt Freshman Physics major
“Off campus. I don’t live on campus, so it’s just more work for me to come to things on campus.” WASHBURN REVIEW - Kodee Christensen
Greetings from Topeka: Last year brought both Redbud Park and The Tipsy Carrot to the NOTO Arts District and joining them is the “Greetings from Topeka, Kansas” mural. The mural is a must-see.
Topeka has a new park in NOTO welcoming you into the main shopping hub. Redbud Park offers a spot for people to come get some fresh air, admire the sculptures and murals or even catch the occasional performance on the Kaw Valley Bank Stage. Directly across from the NOTO Arts Center and at the corner of Kansas Ave. and Gordon St., Redbud Park is conveniently located as a place to sit back and relax or take a leisurely stroll away from the hustle and bustle of the shopping and dining venues. Don’t forget to take your picture at the “Greetings from Topeka, Kansas” mural. If you’re looking for a twist on the usual ice cream outing, you can step out of the ordinary and into The Tipsy Carrot. With a menu boasting gluten and soy free dishes among other healthy treats, there is something for everyone at this new eatery. “We make everything with the consciousness of treating yourself but not feeling guilty about it,” said owner Pedro Concepcion. “Our menu has no artificial dyes, corn syrup or added sugar. Our soups are gluten free and soy free for those with dietary needs.” The Tipsy Carrot also partners with
a farm local to Tecumseh for fresh fruit and vegetables and uses a hydroponic tower garden to harvest their own herbs for soups, salads and ice cream. “It’s what’s needed,” Concepcion said about the presence of a healthy eatery in the community. “We find restaurants that don’t cater to those with dietary needs. Making something everyone can eat and something that is delicious is our model right now.” Whether you have a dietary restriction or are just looking for a way to satisfy your sweet tooth without breaking your New Year’s resolution, you can be sure to find something at The Tipsy Carrot that is delicious, guilt-free and locally sourced. These are just three of the establishments new to Topeka’s NOTO Arts District. Grab a friend, classmate or that roommate you just haven’t vibed with yet and explore some of the hotspots NOTO has to offer. For a complete list of the businesses in NOTO, visit https://explorenoto.org/
Michael Parks Freshman undecided
“Off campus, because I live off campus and am not here very often.”
Peri Bailey Freshman undecided
“I stay on campus because I’m an athlete. I go to the sporting events.”
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Traveling is on a lot of people’s minds these days and some students may feel like they can’t afford the experience while in school. The Study Abroad program offered at Washburn not only allows students to travel at an affordable cost but also lets them gain valuable experiences that they can take with them throughout their careers. Over the 2019 winter break, Tina Williams, a Washburn study abroad coordinator, organized three faculty led programs and one student-initiated program. The students who participated in the faculty led programs were able to visit the Dominican Republic, Belize and Costa Rica – while the student-initiated program visited Germany. The trip to Belize was through the English department, led by Williams. The trip provided Lindsey Pitzer, a sophomore English major, with her first experience abroad. “I’ve traveled a lot in the US, I’ve been to almost every state and I really wanted to go internationally and travel abroad,” said Pitzer. “I always knew I wanted to travel abroad sometime in college and then when I heard about the one with the education department, I really thought that would be an amazing one to do.” Pitzer said that before helping in the school they were able to immerse themselves into a bit of the culture of Belize to be able to relate to the students. “The first week when we were there, we got to experience more of the cultural immersion. We went around and did some fun things like snorkeling and things like that to really get to know the culture of Belize itself and kind of understand it better,” said Pitzer. “The second week was more of us at schools everyday, actually working with the kids, and by doing the cultural immersion stuff, the first week really helped. When we were working with the kids we were able to understand what is normal to them and so we were better able to help them.” While at the school, Pitzer said that she and her fellow peers got to help the students with things that they don’t normally get to do and made improvements to the school as needed. “We brought lesson plans and activities to do with them. We also painted part of their school for them,” said Pitzer. Jasmine Creighton, a junior secondary
English education major, also took part in the trip to Belize. Creighton was surprised at how westernized Belizean society was, and how despite the students not growing up with the modernization that American students are used to, like technology and advanced buildings, they were grateful for the education they were able to receive. “It was interesting being in a developing country and seeing the differences between their infrastructure,” said Creighton. “It’s all very eye opening how the students are all learning in these building that are falling apart, but they all are very joyous and so thankful for what they have. It’s just so crazy to see the differences between that and America.” Both Pitzer and Creighton acknowledged that this study abroad trip would help them to appreciate their own classrooms one day. They are also both in talks with Williams to do study abroad student teaching experiences to enhance their skills, compassion and knowledge for their future classrooms. In contrast to the Education department’s trip to Belize, the student-initiated program held over break visited Germany, where they took part in a two-week ISA International Business & Brewing Industry Brand Management program. Jacob Talkin, a senior actuarial science major, took part in the trip that spanned until Jan. 18. Talkin originally wanted to go to Sweden, however, Washburn students are offered very limited options to go there, so he found a program that fit into his schedule. During the trip, Talkin had the opportunity to build new connections with fellow students going into the business field from around the world. “I’ve made a lot of friends from Australia, other locations in the United States, Malaysia, Vietnam, and I get to take a course in business that’s in a very interesting field, which is brewing, and with that comes a lot of tastes testing here, so it’s pretty cool.” Talkin said that the realization of how different cultures view each other really struck him during his time there. Within both programs, the message was clear - they all would highly recommend them to any students considering taking part in one. They also encourage students to go beyond their comfort zones, whether it’s teaching a group of students or honing your business skills, the connections you make while taking part in one is life changing.
courtesy of Jasmine Creighton
Monkey business: Creighton poses with Belizean wildlife while enjoying her time in Belize.
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Artsy atmosphere: Pitzer enjoying time with the amazing students in Belize.
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Giving back: The schools have many murals outside that the children have painted.
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Shades of blue: Talkin (left) enjoying a unique experience during his time in Germany.
courtesy of Jasmine Creighton
Education: Creighton (right) is excited to share what she learned on her trip abroad with fellow students.
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Making friends: Talkin (far right) sightseeing with new friends from around the world.
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By Kodee Christensen
What’s your New Year’s resolution?
Isha Hall Sophomore Nursing
Derek Martinez Sophomore Mathematics
“To stop procrastinating; it’s a big one for me.”
“To focus on school more, and also to hit the gym a bit more.”
Shela Pierre Noel Junior French
“To floss more, and to be more intentional with my devotional time.”
Ojashwi Rana Sophomore Accounting
“To eat more healthy in a cheap way.”
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January 22, 2020
Washburn’s music faculty gains a “sound” new addition Ezariah Rodriguez Contributor
Professor Sheri Cook-Cunningham is enjoying her first year teaching at Washburn University. Cook-Cunningham is originally from Kansas City and commutes daily back and forth to Topeka. She obtained her bachelor’s and master’s from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in piano performance and earned her doctorate from the University of Kansas. Cook-Cunningham took piano lessons when she was younger, so music has been a huge part of her life. “I come from a family of music. I was born into music from generations,” said Cook-Cunningham. She teaches multiple classes including, Women’s Choir, Elementary/Secondary Vocal Methods, WU 101 and others. She describes her teaching style as student centered. “I try to practice what I preach, which is talk less, do more. I try to provide an environment in which I present information, have the students perform what was presented and then I provide feedback on what was performed,” said Cook-Cunningham. Madison Meeks, a student currently enrolled in Elementary/Secondary Vocal Methods, agrees that Cook-Cunningham’s teaching style is very student oriented. “She bases the class off of what we are needing the most work on and lets us lead the discussions,” said Meeks. Meeks enjoys the way Professor
Cook-Cunningham interacts with her students and encourages a safe, non-judgmental environment within her classes. Meeks is hoping to gain knowledge of how to teach choral music and vocal techniques to students of all ages, and also hopes to gain more confidence in her own abilities as a future teacher. Cook-Cunningham explained that the way to succeed in her classes is to keep up with assigned readings, complete assignments and coming to class prepared. Her vocal methods class is very interactive with the students, as they are all assigned to teach mini-lessons. “The topic I enjoy exploring with students is how to be an effective music teacher. That encompasses many sub-topics, such as classroom management, what to teach and how to sequence those teachings,” said Cook-Cunningham. When she gets away from work, she likes to spend her free time either running or biking. She also loves sports, both playing them and watching them. Cook-Cunningham describes Topeka and Washburn University as a positive environment and friendly campus. She loves working here and is enjoying her classes. Additionally, Cook-Cunningham offered some helpful advice to exploratory students. “Sometimes you really have to try things before you can make those decisions. If you are not yet sure of your major, take a class or two in that area, see if it’s something you enjoy and can see yourself doing in the future,” said Cook-Cunningham.
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Piano perfection: Professor Cook-Cunningham is a new addition to the music department’s faculty. Cook-Cunningham obtained a doctorate in piano performance from the University of Kansas.
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Trench Warfare: 1917 is a film that is meant to be seen in the biggest screen and the loudest soundsystem. Pictured is George MacKay, as protagonist Lance Corporal Will Schofield
‘1917’ bursts off the screen in a stunning piece of film-making Nicholas Solomon Washburn Review
Having already won several awards by the time this review is written, “1917” had a lot of hype surrounding its release. The film tells the story of two young soldiers fighting during World War I in Northern France. Coming from director Sam Mendes of films such as “Skyfall,” “Spectre” and “Revolutionary Road,” “1917” gives the illusion that it was filmed in one continuous shot. This is typically something used sparingly, and certainly not for an entire film’s run-time, aside from 2014’s “Birdman.”
Thankfully, this one-shot format is not a gimmick, and I can say that viewers need to see this film on the biggest and loudest screen they can find in their local theater. The film has four big strengths: the story, the acting, the cinematography and the music. The film focuses on two young British soldiers, Lance Corporal Tom Blake (Dean-Charles Chapman) and Lance Corporal Will Schofield (George MacKay), who move a considerable distance on foot to deliver an urgent message from command to a battalion under imminent threat. While there are certainly big names in the film (unfortunately
spoiled by trailers), as well as other actors, these two take up much of the screen time. The pacing is brilliant, having tense moments and quiet ones at just the right times. This is integral to the film’s success. Done by award-winning cinematographer Roger Deakins, the film immerses you in a story taking place over 100 years ago in the French countryside. From the overwhelmingly dirty and disease ridden trenches, to the no man’s land that characters venture through – this film exhibits a serene and silent beauty. There are many nuances to this film. I must say that some scenes
in “1917,” especially with the perfect use of color palette, have to be some of the greatest experiences I’ve had in the theater. The film is minimalistic and bombastic at all the right moments; making it even more effective. I was amazed, even after seeing much of Deakins’ other work, with many scenes being paintings. The score, composed by Thomas Newman, fits with this brilliantly. “1917” set the bar heading into 2020 and I’ll be surprised if the production crew doesn’t take home several technical awards. I strongly recommend this film, from its story with the “blink-andmiss pace” to the one-shot aspect.
Continued: Washburn welcomes new OSID director
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New OSID director: Washburn University plans to welcome Isaiah Collier as the new director of student involvement and development. Collier will begin his appointment Jan. 27, 2020.
At Washburn, Collier will advise the Washburn Student Government Association, Campus Activities Board, Fraternity and Sorority Life and student organizations management. Collier’s focus is on student needs and raising expectations of students learning outside of a classroom setting with enriching experiences. His goal is to develop students into the leaders he knows they can be. “I want students to know I continuously advocate on their behalf and work at creating an inclusive environment,” said Collier about his new
placement. “This opportunity will allow me to continue my work in this field while building strong connections with the student body.” Collier also hopes to provide opportunities connecting students to professors and beyond. “I have a passion for working with students,” said Collier. “My goal is to help students as they matriculate to college in hopes to prepare them to be global citizens who are ready to be productive members of society.” Collier has a job that creates bridges between students and staff, one foot in each door, pulling potential
from every corner. “It’s something that I currently do now,” said Collier. “You have to advocate on behalf of students and I think that’s part of my job. But you also have to be willing to work with staff and build and cultivate those relationships.” OSID will also have a new office space to call home. Construction on the main level of the Memorial Union will continue into the beginning of the semester with what plans to be the new home of university scheduling and the Office of Student Involvement and Development.
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Track and Field team brings home two wins Lou Collobert Washburn Review
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60 Meters: Freshman Jason Hubener running the 60-meter dash at the 2020 Graduate Classic. Hubener finished in 6.95 seconds qualifying him for the 60-meter dash final.
The Ichabod track and field team went to the Graduate Classic hosted by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in Lincoln, Nebraska. With a total of 15 top 10 finishes between the women’s and men’s teams. For the women, Skyler Saunders finished fourth in the high jump, Tyjai Adams finished fourth in the 60m hurdles’ qualifier rounds and sixth in the 60m hurdles, Allison Rottinghaus finished seventh in the triple jump and Lyndsay Stinson was seventh in the 400m run.
On the men’s side of things Colton Dunkle finished third in the shot put, Jake Taylor was eighth in the 600m and Zac Chandler was fifth in the pole vault. Taking first place in the triple jump, Kevin Norville placed his mark at 14.73m, just shy of an Ichabod record. In the men’s Heptathlon, Michael Pearl finished third overall with a point count of 4,720 and Logan Stock took first place in the men’s heptathlon with a point count of 4,988, picking up his second individual heptathlon title of the season.
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Running up: Junior Logan Stock running up to make his next pole vault. Stock took first place in the men’s heptathlon with a point count of 4,988 – picking up his second heptathlon individual title of the season.
Chase Brill leads men’s tennis Cauy Rokey Contributor
Chase Brill started playing tennis at the young age of 13, and up until that time he was competitively playing soccer. Soon after discovering tennis, Brill quickly gave up soccer and pursued tennis wholeheartedly. Brill began practicing with his dad, but his talent quickly surpassed his father’s. Brill’s father played collegiate and semi pro soccer, which fueled his early desires for soccer. In regards to tennis, Brill was more individualistic, saying, “It is a way to do my own thing.” After beginning at Washburn, Brill said he was shocked at the level of intensity and talent he now was a part of. Soon Brill began to prove himself at the college ranks, earning many accolades including the MIAA Co-Freshman of the Year honor. Brill appreciates how close knit his team is, and feels like the men’s tennis team is the closest sports team on campus.
During the offseason, the tennis team mainly focuses on strength, conditioning and developing good mechanics. During the season, they play more realistic games against their teammates to sharpen their game-like situation skills. “In-season days are hectic and full of either schoolwork or tennis,” said Brill. Brill explains that he is very active, and sometimes can’t stop moving, so being in a college sport helps him release that energy. “I have a hard time sitting still or not doing anything, I’m constantly doing something and feel weird if I’m not doing anything,” said Brill. Brill is majoring in international business marketing while also developing an app and starting a business. Brill also wants people who do not follow tennis regularly know a few things about the sport. “When you watch tennis on TV, [it] looks so easy for the pros, but when you
go out there, you realize how difficult it is, because there is so much technique that goes into it that’s not natural,” said Brill. “Tennis is looked at as a really quiet and polite sport but it’s the complete opposite in college. You’ll see guys yelling at each other and it’s really loud.” Brill has high hopes for this year’s tennis team and wanted to highlight the team’s mental toughness. He believes that when his teammates have confidence in him, it gives him confidence to perform at his highest level.
1.97 Meters 8.78 Seconds 4.10 Meters 2:58.41 Time
Final Score 4988 placing first for Men’s Heptathlon
Basketball Madness at Washburn Over winter break, the men’s and women’s basketball teams played Missouri Western State University on Jan. 9 and Northwestern Missouri State Universitiy on Jan. 11. The men’s team beat MWSU 86-76 and lost to NWMSU 68-73. The women’s team lost to MWSU 47-58 and beat NWNSU 59-43.
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Running up on the basket: The Ichabod women’s basketball team looks to tack on more points to its score.
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From soccer to tennis: Senior tennis player Chase Brill enters 2020 having a Fall 2019 singles record of 6-3 and a doubles record of 4-1. Brill credits his teammates for his success.
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(Top) To the hoop: Washburn’s Hayley Thompson, a senior forward, takes the jump shot. Thompson had a total of 11 points in Saturday’s game against Northwest Missouri State.
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(Left) Skills: Sophomore Jalen Lewis for a jump shot inside the lane. Lewis scored 10 points during Thursday’s game.