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February 13, 2019
Volume 145, Issue 18
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Alumnus and professor host art show Matt Self
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Two Ponders: A Collaboration will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on March 1 at 935 N Kansas Avenue at the NOTO Arts Center in North Topeka. It promises to be an outstanding event and anyone who enjoys art shows should give some serious thought to attending. The region known locally as NOTO, located in North Topeka, has long been recognized for its historical connection to Topeka as a popular downtown hangout spot and, recently, as the thriving arts district of our city. A new event will be taking place this March that will feature the work of Dennis Etzel, a senior lecturer of the English department and a poet, and Barbara Waterman-Peters, a painter and Washburn alumni member, called Two Ponders: A Collaboration. Etzel’s beautiful poetry blends with Mrs. Waterman-Peter’s paintings in a colorful array of artwork that both photo courtesy of Barbara Waterman-Peters pleases the eye and opens the soul. Kansas River at Wamego: Artist Barbara Waterman-Peters uses the natural beauty of Kansas The NOTO area is home to many loto fuel her beautiful and vivid paintings. New artwork created by Mrs. Waterman-Peters will be cal businesses that are unique to Topeka featured at the upcoming art show Friday, March 1. as well as the monthly Artsconnect First Friday Artwalk event. The NOTO area ties in to his plans for his collaborative eternal, that it’s flowing. That’s what we realized was that time we had, time to was a center of entertainment in Topeka project. “I wanted to do something fresh and just sit down with a piece of paper and during the 1950s and was the place to new but I also knew I had the time to a pen, just to sit down and write withbe for many people living in Topeka at really examine if there is something out fearing an upcoming deadline,” said the time. After a flood in 1951 the area about water that’s archetypal, that’s Etzel. collapsed and the businesses became abandoned. But recently, the NOTO area has been revitalized and is once again a place to admire art, spend time with friends and so much more. Etzel and Waterman-Peters came up with the idea for a collaboration when the pair spent an afternoon together at Gage Park. The two artists were already acquainted with each other and had been considering a project for months. They had spent many afternoons discussing possible ideas at such places like PT’s photo courtesy of 150kansaspoems.com coffee shop just across the Waxing poetic: Rhonda Miller is State President of the Kanasas Authors Club. She has written three poetry street from Washburn before books. they finally decided to go to the rose garden pond at Gage Park. Waterman-Peters described lished and recognized by ry from her two books that the enlightening feeling that Matt Self Review their peers. she has published, “Moonshe had upon arriving at the Washburn matt.self@washburn.eduu The poetry reading will Stain” and “WaterSigns.” pond and how she drew inspiration from the scenery. Washburn University take place at Carole Chap- She will also read a few “Dennis suggested that we welcomes the esteemed el, located between Mabee poems from her latest book meet at Gage Park at the rose poet Ronda Miller to cam- Library and the Memori- “WindsOfTime.” She is a garden pond so that we could pus for a poetry reading al Union building, which KU graduate who briefly atsit and be in nature and see at noon Friday, Feb. 15 in is recognized as a place of tended Washburn and has a where things go. We decided Carol Chapel. Miller brings quiet thought and contem- long history of reading and that we were going to let na- with her selections of her plation. The tall pine trees writing poetry. She mentioned briefly ture dictate what we were go- own personal works to that surround the building ing to do,” Waterman-Peters share with interested stu- lend credence to the feel- about her past with poetry said. “Water became a theme dents who are looking for ing of solitude that one may and how she became inand we developed a theme inspiration for their own feel while in the mountains, spired to write. “I started writing poetry dealing with the past, present writing, mingling with making it a perfect place for and future around the scene of friends or simply listening a poetry reading, especially at my grandparents’ home this pond. The pond became to some stellar poetry for an when the poems will heavi- during grade school. Our a means of expressing our hour. The poetry reading is ly feature many themes as- house was located in Northideas.” an opportunity for students sociated with the forces of western Kansas where the land formed unique and Etzel described how he who hope to become poets nature. Miller will be reading beautiful natural formadrew inspiration from the themselves to learn how to pond at Gage Park and how it get their own writing pub- select pieces of her poet- tions. It’s a very serene part CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
Poetry reading open to public
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Pulling an all-nighter: The Student Recreation and Wellness Center is holding their All Night at the Rec event on Friday, Feb. 22 from midnight to 3 a.m. Students need to bring their Washburn IDs for entrance into the event.
SRWC to hold All Night Dylan Babcock
Washburn Review dylan.babcock@washburn.edu
With the help of Residential Living and the Office of Student Involvement and Development, the Student Recreation and Wellness Center will be hosting their 11th annual All Night at the Rec from 11:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 22. Washburn students will be able to take part in a variety of activities at the SRWC, which are all free of cost. “We have a lot of active activities planned, but we’ll also have a room where there’ll be board games and some kind of craft that is something more low-key,” said Emma Wittmer, SRWC student marketing assistant. Of the active events, there will be a group exercise class, the rock wall will be open and several activities in the gym. In the works is also a photo booth and a possible escape room activity. The SRWC will provide free pizza, drinks, “All Night at the Rec” t-shirts and giving out prizes throughout the night. “We’ve gotten lots of prizes, like gift cards to The Pennant, vouchers to Chipotle, vouchers for free sandwiches from Jimmy John’s and items from a lot of the places around campus,” said Macy Howell, SRWC student group exercise assistant. While a big goal of the SRWC in hosting this event is to promote wellness and the mission of the SRWC, they are also hoping to provide an alternative event for a Friday night that involves socializing, fun and physical activity.
“We want to show students you can have a good time without alcohol,” said SRWC Director Whitney Slater. “There will be some aspects of alcohol awareness and participating in a safe break with our Safe Spring Break Pledge as we look forward to March, so hopefully there can be some education to go along with all the exciting things planned.” The SRWC, with the collaboration of Residential Living and OSID, have put in nearly a month and a half’s worth of planning for the All Night at the Rec event. Each of the student assistants have put work into the event and have reached out to local businesses to ask for the donations of the prizes being given out. “As the director of the SRWC, my role in this event has been to help execute the ideas that my student staff has come up with. I really wanted them to take ownership in this event, so I have been trying to let them come up with the ideas and then I have been there to just help guide them to complete all the tasks that need to be completed,” Slater said. “Our mission at the SRWC is to provide awareness, education, opportunities and support for healthy lifestyle habits and I think this event checks a lot of those boxes in a fun and engaging way.” Students wishing to attend All Night at the Rec must arrive before the doors lock at midnight. Washburn student ID’s will be required for entrance. If inclement weather occurs, the event will not be moved to another date.
Thieves continue stealing from Art Building DeyJa Cardenas
Washburn Review deyja.cardenas@washburn.edu
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She will succeed: Kelly Thor is the new chair of the art department. She has her hands full with the current thefts.
Art can be mysterious and misunderstood but it was not a misunderstanding when the art in the Washburn University Art Building was mysteriously misplaced during the beginning of February. It has been reported that a mysterious snooper has been rummaging around students’ lockers in the Art
Building. The snooper is known to have fidgeted with multiple items that students kept in their lockers, initially turning their lockers upside down. Presumably, the reports have been made with the Washburn University Police department. The staff hesitated to share details at first, but eventually offered the media with the essential and known details that the staff is comfortable with sharing. According to Kelly Thor, chair of
the art department, the police have been a great help. “The police have been really helpful in helping us to try to come up with some strategies, like reducing the number of hours, like after hours or on weekends,” Thor said. Washburn University is considered to be a safe campus, however, students were understandingly alarmed following the incident because Washburn is a home to many students and faculty at the university. In the un-
fortunate occurrence when students question their initial safety, students begin to wonder where they are safe on campus. The Washburn campus is spotted with surveillance cameras in which the Washburn Police can monitor. When this happened, an anonymous source from the art department explained that when on the job, there is only visual of the front door. Unless staff leave their desks, there is no visual aid of the back door so CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
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Continued: Poetry CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 of Kansas just west of Colorado and south of the Nebraska line,” Miller said. “I read a lot of Edgar Allen Poe and Walt Whitman when I was living with my grandparents. They had complete volumes of Edgar Allen Poe and some other poets that inspired my own writings.” Dennis Etzel Jr., a senior lecturer of English at Washburn, enjoys Miller’s poetry. “I love how she connects her poetry with the community. She works with people who are going through difficult times. I always see her at a Lawrence reading called ‘Words Save Lives’ that is about suicide awareness and prevention,” Etzel said. “She is very humble and open, and I love her work because of not only what she is doing to reach out to others but to also use poetry as a means of healing and therapy. She shows her own vulnerabilities as a strength.” Miller talked about the importance of everyone’s particular voice in their poetry and advises that future poets use their own voice. “Remember to appreciate your voice for it is as equally important as everyone else’s. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or a seasoned poet. Don’t worry and don’t be insecure,” Miller said. “The poems you write are waiting out there for you to write them. Don’t be fearful of them, but instead meet those poems that you’re meant to write.” This poetry reading is not only meant for English students or burgeoning poets at Washburn. Students of all majors can benefit from listening to poetry for an hour this Friday that has been written by a veteran poet and has been inspired by the natural beauty of our state.
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WU students to travel to Walt Disney World Anneleise McEvoy
Washburn Review anneleise.mcevoy@washburn.eduu
Not many people would guess a college course would end up at Disney World. Fifteen Washburn students will be visiting Disney World for a week this summer in Florida. These students get to go and enjoy the essence of Walt Disney, but Andrew Anglin, assistant professor of mass media, is also taking students on a behindthe-scenes tour. Anglin previously worked at the in-house advertising agency at Disney. The class, called MM393 special topics: Walt Disney and society is presented online this summer and in July the students head to Florida to see the concepts in action. The class is open to every major. “Students are going to explore Disney film and animation, the Disney theme parks and gain an in-depth look at the culture of Disney,” Anglin said. Anglin has taken this trip with another group of students at the University of Tennessee where he previously worked. There were big takeaways for the students who went on the trip. “Just learning the behind of the scenes of the fortune 400 company was a big takeaway for them. A lot of people wonder how it all works, seeing how leadership works and then going and seeing Yellow Shoes the in-house advertising agency, and how the company comes up with the creativity brings it all together for the students,” Anglin said.
Anglin’s favorite part of the experience is seeing the light bulb in the students go off when they are excited and learning. The class filled up fast after the two informational meetings were held in the fall. A WTE scholarship is offered for the trip. The Washburn Transformational Experience provides funds for students to go on these trips and learn. The funds makes the experience a reality and also provides a deeper learning environment and brings it to life. If the student chooses to use this scholarship for the trip, students will pay around $225 in total for the trip. Students will still pay tuition cost for the class and the transportation to get to Disney World. Junior mass media major Britney Clark is enrolled in the class and excited to go to Disney World. This will fulfill an elective requirement for her. “I already have a Pinterest board of the
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activities I want to do when we get to the park,” Clark said. She had heard about the trip from a fellow mass media student and immediately wanted to go. Anglin said that this a great class to experience in your college years, and it is very exclusive as only some groups really get to see a behind-the-scenes look of Disney.
President Trump delivers State of the Union Address Matt Self
Washburn Review matt.self@washburn.eduu
This past Tuesday President Trump delivered his State of the Union Address in the Chamber of the U.S. House of Representatives which was attended by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Vice President Mike Pence, various members of Congress, and many other associated guests. The State of the Union Address is an annual message delivered by the President to inform Congress, and the rest of the nation, of the progress of the last year and the President’s recommendations for the coming year. This was President Trump’s second State of the Union Address to Congress during his Presidency and he spoke of many triumphs and issues that have come forward during his presidency. President Trump’s speech began with a round of applause from both parties with the Republican Part being, understandably, more enthusiastic than their Democrat counterparts. His initial remarks focused on bringing the nation together, saying that the country was full of ‘unlimited potential’ and that he was willing to work with both
sides of Congress to achieve historic breakthroughs for the nation. His calls for a unified nation were answered with approval from both sides of Congress as both Democrats and Republicans stood and applauded the President. The President also chose to honor several military veterans during the first minutes of his speech who served in WWII, during the deadly Normandy invasion, as well as Buzz Aldrin, one of the first astronauts to land on the moon in 1969. Both the veterans and Buzz Aldrin stood and saluted the President when called. Some of the President’s talking points did not meet full approval as many Democrats remained sitting. Numerous Democrat women also appeared in white clothes, including Nancy Pelosi, to call back to the women’s suffrage movement while Democrat men wore small white ribbons to show their support. The white clothes were used to show solidarity amongst the Democrat Party but the contrast of the dark suits worn by many men during the ceremony and the white clothes of the Democrat women painted a sharp contrast during the address. President Trump would go on
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Address to the Nation: President Trump gives his State of the Union Address to members of Congress. The chamber of the U.S. House of Representatives is where President Trump delivered his second State of the Union Address.
later to explain that the U.S. was experiencing record lows in unemployment and the celebration of the growing U.S. economy. “America is again winning each and every day. Members of Congress, the state of our union is strong,” President Trump said to a chorus of his supporters chanting ‘USA’. “An economic miracle is taking place in the United States and the only thing that can stop it is foolish wars, politics, or ridiculous partisan investigations.” Stacey Abrams, a politician who
ran for the office of governor in Georgia, delivered the Democratic response to President Trump’s speech and gave scathing commentary regarding the state of the government shutdown. “The shutdown was a stunt, engineered by the President of the United States. One that defied every tenant of fairness and abandoned not just our people, but our values,” said Ms. Abrams. “We may come from different sides of the political aisle but our joint commitment to the ideals of this nation cannot be
negotiable. Our most urgent work is to realize America’s dreams of today and tomorrow. To carve a path to independence and prosperity that can last a lifetime.” The President’s address received widely positive reviews from polls conducted by CBS which found that 76% of people overall approved of the speech. This shows that the vast majority of Americans who watched the address found the President’s positive report of the U.S.’s economy to be a sign of good things to come.
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campus, the crime rate is thought to seize, as the crime rate on campus is particularly low. In fact, this was not the first reported theft in the Art Building. In 2014, someone walked out of the front doors of the Art Building with a flat screen television in their clutch. If there had been surveillance, the incident is thought to have played out differently. “I would like to see the university as an institution become more interested in preventing theft and allowing us to know who’s in our buildings after hours without us having to take away that very needed access to our students who need the
studio space to work after hours,“ Thor said. She explained that there had been a number of incidents where art is taken out of the building. “We’ve had capstone artwork go missing. They take projects right off of podia,” Thor said. Capstone work is a senior college student’s pride and joy, four years of their personal college life molded into priceless artwork. Students, faculty and staff are advised to report any and all thefts to the Washburn University Police Department, located in the first floor of Morgan Hall, or contact the police department at 785-670-1153.
Continued: Thieves continue stealing from Art Building
photo by Kraig DaFoe
Lights, camera, action: Currently, the Art Building has no cameras. The Art Building was built in 2005.
robberies are easier. Washburn can potentially fund each department on the Washburn University campus to provide surveillance cameras throughout the building to ensure that there are a set of eyes throughout the entire building. Nobody wants their personal belongings fidgeted with without their knowledge. It’s a violation of privacy and one solution would be specified and monitored observance of the full department space. Thor agreed that cameras can potentially change how Washburn faculty see their campus. If the faculty and staff had more eyes around
February 13, 2019
AROUND CAMPUS Briefs
Bowling for Blues!
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Take a study break and visit the Washburn University Dancing Blues from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17 at Gage Bowl (4200 SW Huntoon). Bowling for Blues is a fundraiser for the Dancing Blues. Tickets cost $25 for adults 18 and over and $15 for WU students or persons 17 and younger. The ticket includes two hours of bowling, shoe rental, a hot dog, chips and a soft drink. There will also be a silent auction and prize giveaways.
Need some public speaking tips?
Meet Professor Tracy Routsong, communication studies, and discuss quick tips for public speaking at noon Tuesday, Feb. 19 in the Union Market.
Support friends at the Capitol
Washburn undergraduate students will be presenting their research at the annual Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20. Take the time to check out what amazing research your peers have been doing.
Are you obsessed with your pets?
It’s National Love Your Pet Day! Helping Hands Humane Society will be coming to Washburn from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20. They will be located in the lower level of the Memorial Union. HHHS will be bringing dogs and cats for selfies and pet therapy. There will also be free coffee and tea.
An ad from The Review taken from Feb 12, 1975. In the early 1700’s King Charles II of Sweden began giving each flower a specific meaning attached to it, making it possible to have an entire conversation using only flowers. Today, people continue to send flowers on special occasions such as Valentine’s Day to let someone know they are loved; even from a distance.
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Did someone say free food?
Editor in Chiefs
You’re invited to the First Union Underground Bash from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20. Meet new organizations, visit the renamed Office of Student Involvement and Development, get free food and drink and receive discounts at the Ichabod Shop. Join WSGA, Student Media, CAB, OSID, Ichabod Shop and KRWU in the big celebration.
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Sigma Phi Epsilon Philanthropy Week
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All day Monday, Feb. 18: Percentage night at any Pizza Hut in Topeka. Ask a Sig Ep for a code.
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12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19: Percentage night at Panda Express. 20 percent of all proceeds will go to Sigma Phi Epsilon.
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6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20: Spaghetti Feed at 2001 SW MacVicar Ave. Bring $5 for one plate or $8 for unlimited. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21: Dodgeball night at the Student Recreation and Wellness Center. $5 per person and five people per team. Venmo or cash is accepted. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22: Movie and 2K tournament night at 2001 SW MacVicar Ave.
Shayn Jones Copy Editors Adam White This conglomerate of graphics comes from The Review Feb. 3 1989. The article with which it paired spoke on the tall order that the short month of February had to fill. Valentine’s being most prevalent on our minds, there are a number of other holidays to get excited about.
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Strangers in Town comes to Washburn
Reporters
There will be a film screening of Strangers in Town at 7 p.m. Feb. 19 in the Neese Gray Theatre. Strangers in Town is a documentary film about immigration in Garden City, Kansas. This film is a part of the Themester events.
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Suicidal Threat
Not my new cologne.
7:09 p.m. Feb. 5. A suicidal threat was made from the Living Learning Center. An individual was reported to have been making suicidal threats. The individual was able to speak with Counseling Services to get help.
10:51 p.m. Feb. 7. A report was made from the Living Learning Center. It was reported that there was a marijuana smell. A city citation was issued.
10:47 p.m. Feb. 5. A report was made from Carnegie Hall. A fire extinguisher was activated.
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10:05 a.m. Feb. 6. A report was made from Henderson Learning Center. A student on campus reported a slip and fall which occurred off campus. The student was escorted to Student Health for treatment.
12:01 a.m. Feb. 8. An intrusion alarm was set off at Washburn Tech in Building A. The building was cleared and the alarm was reset.
Slid, Slid, Crunch 11:10 a.m. Feb. 6. An accident was reported from 1900 SW College Ave. Two vehicles were involved in a non-injury accident at 19th and Washburn.
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Information Only 10:29 p.m. Feb. 7. A report was made from the Living Learning Center of possible sexual harassment. The investigation continues.
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Got up and walked away 7:34 p.m. Feb. 8. A report was received from Lincoln Hall. The report claimed items were possibly stolen from the east laundry room. Items were later recovered and it was determined no theft had occurred.
Bailey Sater Executive Editor of Student Media Kraig Dafoe Director of Student Media Regina Cassell This list was found in the Feb. 9, 1996 edition of The Review. A reporter gave some hilariously great ideas to cope with your loneliness on this holiday devoted to love.
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Editorial: Environmentalism at Washburn Environmentalism is becoming a more prominent movement across the nation. Change starts by discussing problematic situations and cultivating possible solutions. Student Media has some green propositions for Washburn and its community. Is it necessary to keep lights on in campus buildings that are closed at night? Since there are light posts around campus, the sidewalks are lit up so people aren’t walking in the dark and can see what lies ahead. Having a lit campus outside is justifiable for safety and accessibility reasons. However, unoccupied rooms within closed buildings keeping lights on overnight wastes energy. One way to reduce your footprint is rather than purchasing water bottles every day, consider buying a reusable bottle. A filtered pitcher is another way to get cold, clean water and reduces plastic waste. Colleges across the country, majority being in Washington state and Oregon, have converted to being “bottleless.” This means that bottled beverages are either partially or completely banned from being sold on campus. Aside from environmental conservation, reasons for the ban include cost reduction and health risks due to the BPA in plastic. Could this be an option for Washburn? Instead of buying bottled soda, consider filling a reusable cup from a soda fountain. Of course, the question “what if I did not bring a reusable cup” is posed. In that case, it would be better to purchase a recyclable
bottle than to use a disposable, unrecyclable paper cup for your beverage. If Washburn were to reduce its bottled beverage inventory, then students would have to carry around a reusable bottle to get a drink from campus dining facilities. Thus, a completely bottless campus might be unrealistic at this point in time. Many people are unaware that Washburn recently became a straw-free campus. This prevents thousands of straws from reaching landfills. In November, Washburn announced the university made a 20-year arrangement with Westar Energy to receive energy from a wind farm being built in Nemaha county. This agreement is expected to produce approximately 80 percent of Washburn’s energy. Students, there are easy ways to help reduce your footprint. If you’re not completely sold on the “we are killing our planet” movement, then you should look at it this way: these daily modifications will save you money. Turn off the lights, electronics and appliances when they aren’t being used. This will save electricity! Instead of throwing away plastic bottles, paper and cans, put these items in a recycling bin. Dorms have recycling bins near the trash cans on each floor. Thus, once the one in your room is full, dump your recyclables in the community bin.
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Also, rinse out plastic bottles before putting them in the recycling bin. Facilities services must trash the entire bin if there is liquid left in a bottle because of toxic chemicals risk. “We (WSGA) have been working with facility services on creating a program on campus to educate students, faculty and staff on how to properly recycle,” stated WSGA President Zac Surritt. We should all aim to use less water. Reduce water consumption by limiting how much water your toilet uses to flush and taking shorter showers. Run the dishwasher when it’s completely full will save energy; also, do laundry only when there is a full load. Finally, don’t wash your clothes until they’re dirty. Just because you wore a shirt once for a few hours doesn’t mean it needs washing. We need to realize that we are the reason for the environment’s current state. Ice caps are melting, causing the sea levels to rise. Waste litters the land and ocean. Energy production and consumption increases at the expense of our planet. Forests are being torn down for city expansion, resources and agricultural demand. Drinkable water resources are becoming more scarce because of waste dumping. People are dying from polluted drinking water. This is not a natural cycle that the planet goes through. The problem is us. Changing our habits needs to begin now! You may think that you are just one person and that you have no real effect, but the truth is you do. If each person at Washburn cuts back on their waste contribution, imagine the huge decrease in resource consumption just from our campus. Washburn, let’s do more for the planet.
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Bods on the Block By Seth Burdick
Are you tired of winter yet?
Ally Burr Senior Mass Media “I’m not necessarily tired of winter, because I like snow and I like to cozy up inside with a cup of coffee. What I am tired of is when the wind chill drops the temperature to single digits and I have to hike across campus with a numb face.”
Opinion: Valentine’s Day is heartless in 2019 Samuel Cox Washburn Review samuel.cox@washburn.edu
Hearts are breaking all over the place after a big announcement from NECCO. New England Confectionery Company went out of business last year after serving their Sweethearts conversation candy for over 100 years. According to CandyStore.com, the conversation heart candies are the most popular confection for the holiday, pulling in $1.8 billion in sales. On July 24, 2018, the NECCO factory was shut down and factory workers were told not to show up the next day. The makers of classic Sweethearts, known for the cute messages imprinted on each candy heart like “Be Mine,” “Cutie Pie” and “Kiss Me,” say their sweetest goodbye’s to the treat that won’t be returning to store shelves this year, but will likely return in 2020. Spangler Candy Company, makers of Dum Dums lollipops and Circus peanuts, purchased NECCO Wafers, and its other brands such as Sweethearts conversation candy. “Sweethearts have gone missing,” CandyStore.com reported last month. “They are the most popular brand of the most popular Valentine’s Day candy, and they’re not on
shelves this year.” Over the decades, the candy found its place as a Valentine’s Day staple. It took NECCO 11 months of production, at around 100,000 pounds a day to churn out the 8 billion conversation hearts that filled the shelves and were sold within 6 weeks during the heat of Valentine’s season. The candies have been used across the country and across many generations as a way to warm the hearts of loved ones. As a “staple” in America, it is rather unfortunate for such a successful piece of confectionery history to take a year long break, especially during such a critical time in history. You may feel as if candy makes everything better, but according to a study in 1996, we actually have the science to back that feeling up. Candy happiness is a real thing, and there are real health benefits of candy consumption. Sugar releases dopamine in the nucleus accumbens, which is the part of the brain that possesses a significant role in the cognitive processing of motivation, aversion and reward. Dopamine is an important chemical in our body that plays a key role in controlling individual’s emotional responses. Not only does dopamine help us visualize the rewards, but it also enables us to take the action we need to achieve the reward type of feeling.
Eating some candy will then often help to achieve that feeling of reward through what we often refer to as a “sugar high.” My hope for the Sweetheart’s inevitable return is that they keep all the corny messages on the outside, but alter the recipe to make the fun candies a bit more edible. I propose that Spangler Candy Company make Sweethearts taste something like a bigger and better version of a Smartie. Everyone I’ve ever met likes Smarties. Similarly, everyone I’ve ever met hates the taste of Sweathearts, so now is the time to make that change. Adam Hall Sophomore Business “I am tired of winter because I like to be outside. I like to hike and you cannot hike when it is really cold outside.”
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Heartbreaking loss: After 116 years as America’s confectionery currency of affection, Conversation Sweethearts have met their chalky end. No one really liked the taste of the weird little candies, but they gave us all something to hate.
CONFIDENTIAL ADVICE
Ask Smalls, the ‘know-it-all’ Ichabod
Dear Smalls,
Dear Smalls,
I was working on my computer and the guy across from me, at a different table, went to the bathroom and left his stuff behind. I saw a girl leave him a note, when he got back, he asked if I saw who left it, I said no, I didn’t know what it said, and his facial expression didn’t say much either. I feel guilty. Was I wrong?
My family is a little short on food this month, we’re not exactly poor, but we’re on the verge of being broke. I hate to complain because at least I get one meal a day, when someone out there doesn’t get anything at all. And I hate to ask for help, but where can we get some few extra groceries this month?
-oopsies
-Shy
-Smalls
Dear Oopsies,
Dear Shy,
Dear Smalls,
Don’t feel guilty. I would’ve told him I saw someone by his stuff, because if someone stole something, I wouldn’t want to be the middle man. However, it’s not your responsibility. If she wanted him to know who she was, she could’ve left her digits.
Don’t be ashamed or embarrassed about not having enough food. I have been there, I have lived off of food-pantry food, it’s literally there to help us, the people who can’t get by that month, week or however long it takes you to get back on your feet. You don’t have to be poor to get help.
Why do you write for the paper? I don’t think anyone reads it.
Don’t worry about it, whatever that situation is will fall into place if it is supposed to. Thanks for your confession. -Smalls
I recently ran into the same problem and I stopped by the Bods Feeding Bods and got some extra food. The people there are really friendly and I didn’t feel any judgement whatsoever.
They are now located in Kuehne 101, just bring your icard with you. (If they are closed, head upstairs to Kuehne 200, counseling services, they should be able to lend you a hand.) Don’t feel bad, if life didn’t happen, there wouldn’t be pick-me-up programs like that.
Colin Truhe Senior Communications “I want the winter to stay around. I like the snow. The snow makes me feel happy like I am a little kid. Without snow, I can’t build snowmen.”
Stay well,
-Anonymous Dear Anonymous, At least we have you, sole reader, to read and to criticize against our non-readers. Best, -Smalls
Joey Holley Junior Marketing “No. I absolutely hate the winter. I hate uncomfortable winters.”
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Valentine’s gift ideas for the procrastinator Kodee Christensen
Washburn Review kodee.christensen@washburn.edu
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Time’s up: The clock has run out on your chance to get your significant other the perfect gift. Instead, here’s a list of subpar gifts that require minimal time and effort.
We’ve all been there, well except for me because I’m chronically single. It’s Feb. 13 and bae sends a text saying, “I can’t wait to exchange gifts tomorrow!” You feel the panic start to set in and you aren’t even at the disco. It’s time to kick it into super-drive as you desperately brainstorm ideas for a gift that will take their breath away without taking your paycheck with it. Stop scrounging through the couch cushions and check out these five ideas for last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts. You can go classic. Flowers and chocolate are always a safe option and, thanks to your terrible planning skills, they are readily available literally everywhere. If you want to spice it up, go for an unconventional bouquet filled with something other than red roses. I wouldn’t recommend spicing up the chocolate. Spicy chocolate is for dares, not gifts for your significant other. If your situation is a little more dire and your S.O. will be over any minute, run to the backyard, or your neighbor’s, and grab the most flower-like weed you can find. Handpicked flowers almost mean even more than store bought. You can choose to stay in. I guarantee there is the potential for at least a two-star meal in your kitchen. Putting the time and thought into cooking a meal for your S.O. will speak volumes about what they mean to you. Cook together for an added twist. In-
corporate a trip to the grocery store together to pick out your favorite ingredients, find a recipe on Pinterest that you both know is way better than whatever you will manage to concoct and get to cooking. This activity is also conducive to impromptu dancing in the kitchen together, so be sure to play your favorite playlist, preferably one you made together. Embrace the cheese factor. If you’re anything like me then you love puns, and the cheesier the better. If you don’t, that’s really punfortunate. Laughter is the best medicine and it’s also something that connects us to each other. Spend the day making each other laugh by taking advantage of the endless pun generator that I call the internet. This suggestion encompasses gifts and cards. Get them a case of a certain green soda to thank them for all they dew for you. Bake muffins in the morning while telling him he’s a stud muffin. Get her some Burt’s Bees chapstick to remind her there’s no one you’d rather bee with. I could go on, but I don’t want to ruin all the fun for you. You can get crafty. You and I both know you have a Pinterest board full of DIY projects that you’ve never gotten around to doing until now. It’s time to go back in the archives and find one that you can do with the limited supplies you have on hand. Ideally, the craft is something romantic and cheesy or something that can be useful to your S.O. One of my personal favorites is the crafts that the receiver opens over a period of time, such as “open when” letters or a
“when you’re bored” jar full of date ideas. This is the gift that keeps on giving, so essentially if your S.O.’s birthday is within the next month or so, you’re off the hook. Get some of their favorite things. This is a chance to prove you’ve been paying attention to all of their little requests and things that make them smile. Go somewhere like Walmart, Target or TJ Maxx and find a bunch of the small things that have proven to make your S.O. happy. Maybe it’s a face mask, bag of beef jerky or a pair of fun socks. Whatever it is, they’re sure to be thankful that “you remembered.” Find a basket or bag to throw everything into and add a cute note to top it all off. This option is a good one when you have a little bit of time left and can make a quick trip to the store without breaking the bank. I hope that at least one of these is a viable option for you and your S.O. this Valentine’s Day. If you’re reading this and looking for an idea as they’re knocking on your door, share it with them and say that you want to decide together. Also, congratulations on not being single during Valentine’s Day. If you’re here for comedic purposes and, like me, are as single as that sock you found in an otherwise empty washing machine while doing your laundry, treat yourself. Do a craft for fun, cook yourself dinner and buy yourself a couple of your favorite things. It’s just another day to love yourself and remind yourself of those you love. Happy Valentine’s Day and have fun, but not too much fun.
‘Watch Ya Mouth’: A unique discussion on diversity Alicia Muniz
Washburn Review alicia.muniz@washburn.edu
There was an event that could be said was much needed at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 4 in the Union Market. The ‘Watch Ya Mouth’ discussion opened conversations about different races and ethnicities, and the situations they encounter. Considering the diverse panel that was present, the questions that were asked seemed to resonate well with the theme of the event. The mixture of genders and ethnicities represented by the panel gave the event a range of mannerly viewpoints to each question that was submitted. The panelists were Zac Surritt, Lauren Evans, Michael Anschutz, Yami Zamora, Kwanequa Jones and Amira Linson. Then there were two questioners, Dela Boyd and Nyza Milligan. Together, they helped people understand their views on certain questions as well as gave them an insight on the relationship between each other, and there was no anger or insult involved, which made the talk very genial and open. In order to get the full experience, you had to attend with an open mind and open thoughts. There were several previously determined questions, which each panel member answered in a sort of relay style. It started from one end of the table and moved to the other side with each person talking for about three or four minutes depending on how strongly they felt about the question. Some of the questions that were asked included: Have you ever experienced any racial prejudice? Have you ever been asked if you speak another language based on your look? What are your thoughts on interracial relationships? Each panelist took the time to explain not only their view, but also their sexuality and relationship status. Over the course of the two-and-a-half-hour talk, not only did the questioners ask them but there was also time allotted for the audience to ask questions to involve them in the conversation as well as to give them a point of view on things that they might not have thought or realized otherwise. Considering the large amount of white American students at Washburn, one couldn’t truly consider Washburn diverse, when compared to other universities. However, the African-American population is quite small as well, along with the international students. There are a few stereotypes that go around, things like African-American women are loud and rude or that white Americans are rude and privileged, or that Hispanics talk too fast or white American men treat homosexual men as pariahs. These and several others were discussed. Even the topic of light-skinned versus dark-skinned African-Americans, as well as how “Instagram worthy” mixed race babies are. These are topics that are discussed often. In the general opinion, these only open up avenues of more prejudice that could further ruin relationships between people and races. The fact that there was an event like
photo by Alicia Muniz
Diverse city: The Watch Ya Mouth panel has a diverse group of individuals. The different ethnicities and backgrounds provided the audience with an enlightening discussion about the language we use and its effects on others.
this where people of different backgrounds can come together and discuss topics that are controversial all over the world is enlightening and encouraging, giving hope to how things can improve in life. Z’Mariah Lynn, freshman art major, was interested in the experience. “This was a really interesting experience, considering these topics are beyond controversial. There were so many people, even a few international students, and from what I could see, the topics are things that they have questioned before, but never got answers to,” Lynn said. “This is good for them to learn and more events like this should happen more often.” Faydra Knox, freshman human services major, thought the conversation was worth having. “Honestly, it is about time for these topics to come up and be discussed. There have been several times where I’ve seen college students and high school students fight over things that could have been easily resolved if things had been talked out,” Knox said. “It is a good thing to have this, and if there are any other events like this, I will be sure to attend them.”
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Dancing Blue for a day: The Dancing Blues are excited to host this year’s Dancing Blues Kids’ Clinic. The annual fundraising event has been going on for many years and is an opportunity for area youth to be a part of the Dancing Blues for a day.
Dancing Blues host annual fundraising events Kodee Christensen
Washburn Review kodee.christensen@washburn.edu
The Dancing Blues continue success through community support. During the weekend the Dancing Blues will be hosting two annual fundraising events. Beginning Feb. 16, the Dancing Blues will perform at halftime of the men’s varsity basketball game along with kids from the Annual Dancing Blues Kids’ Clinic. From 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 17 will be Bowling for Blues at Gage Bowl. Both of these events will be to raise money for the team’s participation in the Universal Dance Association summer
camp and National Dance Competition, where they are four-time national champions. “Each year the Dancing Blues has to raise about $10,000 above our budget to fund going to camp and nationals,” said Dancing Blues coach Angie Price. “The girls work so hard to raise the money throughout the year and these events are a couple of the major ways we do that.” Participation fees from the Kids’ Clinic and ticket sales from Bowling for Blues go toward supporting the team’s fundraising efforts. For the past two years, use of Gage Bowl has been donations from Bill
Gahnstrom, Washburn adjunct and supporter of the Dancing Blues. “Bowling for Blues is an event where we invite anyone from the Topeka community for an afternoon of bowling with the Dancing Blues,” said senior Dancing Blues captain Abby Price. “Each ticket includes two hours of bowling, shoe rental and lunch. There is also a silent auction and a prize wheel. Last year was a huge success and we hope to see that again this year.” The Dancing Blues Kids’ Clinic is a chance for Topeka area kindergarten through sixth graders to learn a routine from the Dancing Blues and perform at half time for
a varsity game. It is also a great opportunity for kids to see what it’s like to be a Dancing Blue and possibly consider being one. “The Kids’ Clinic is one of my favorite things the Dancing Blues is a part of because I’m an elementary education major and I’m really in my element,” said sophomore Kayla Hutzell. “I love working with the little kids, and they think it’s so cool to be hanging out with us. They get so excited to be dancing at halftime, and that makes us excited too.” The Dancing Blues are grateful for everything the community does to support them from attending games to getting involved with
their fundraising events. “They always have kind words and [they] love watching us dance,” Abby Price said. “Without the help of the community we wouldn’t be able to attend nationals every year or get recognition that many college dance teams don’t, and we are so grateful for their support.” To support the Dancing Blues this weekend, attend the game at 3 p.m. Feb. 16 in Lee Arena. For tickets to Bowling for Blues, get in touch with any of the Dancing Blues or coach Angie Price. Tickets cost $25 for adults 18 and older, and $15 for Washburn students or attendees 17 years old and younger.
What student services have you found most helpful?
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Lillian Hanning Sophomore Medical Imaging “Definitely the tutor centers. Those are always really helpful. You don’t feel judged.”
Abby Inman Sophomore Human Services “I’m most familiar with the iAlert, even today with the weather and stuff, just knowing what’s happening on campus. I think it’s a good way to keep all the students on the same page.”
Keenan Lehr Sophomore Occupational Therapy Assistant “Student Health. It’s convenient for students who live on campus that can easily just walk to the Student Health services to see what’s wrong, instead of drive and make an appointment to the hospital.”
Kristina Sharpton Junior Forensic Investigations “The iAlert. It allows me to know what’s going on on campus, as well as keeps me aware when the weather conditions get bad and the school’s canceled.”
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Farleys living the four pillars of love Yash Chitrakar
Washburn Review yash.chitrakar@washburn.edu
If there was a list of things to do to inject thrill and serenity into a date, it’s taking one’s date on an airplane ride to a restaurant on a lake for a peaceful summer Sunday lunch, that would have to be toward the top of the list. This is exactly what Jerry Farley did when he took Susan Farley out in the summer of 1978. They had met each other that summer, and unbeknownst to them, this would lead to a marriage in 1980 that would last for 39 years. A boy from Oklahoma and a girl from East Tennessee had found love. Jerry Farley first laid eyes on Susan Farley in a graduate class at the University of Oklahoma. Susan Farley had always been keen to assist and mentor young student-teachers in her class. “As a reward for that, the university [of Oklahoma] had given her two credit hours, no charge for tuition. She liked that,” Jerry Farley says. “And it was in summer school, and she found a two-hour seminar that she thought had something to do with math because it talked about financing higher education. So, she enrolled in the course.” A faculty member asked Jerry Farley to come in and talk to the class, as he was working on his PhD. Susan was wearing a tan pantsuit and a bright orange scarf. “I asked the teacher after class if later in the week I might be able to come back again. And he said, ‘sure, participate all you want,’” said Jerry Farley. He started to make frequent visits. The class took a field trip on the
final day of the semester. Jerry Farley volunteered to take some members of the class to the location since he was in the area. “Susan raised her hand up immediately,” said Jerry Farley. After the trip, he led her to the car and asked whether she would like to go out with him. They went out to have nachos at a local pub. “39 years is a long time to be with one person,” said Jerry Farley. “There are four pillars that a relationship stands on: trust and honesty, respect, commitment to common goals and integrity.” He says that goes for college relationships as well. Usually, balancing studies and relationships, with a significant other and friends, is the challenge that college students face. “Those four things are the basis for relationships with anyone,” Jerry Farley said. “Take people you work with; they have to trust you. They have to respect you. If you’re working with them, you have to have integrity. You have to be working toward the same goal.” Jerry Farley says some relationships endure and others don’t. The challenge is to have an enduring relationship and focus on one’s study. Jerry Farley is still friends with a handful of his college peers, some of which he studied with. For Jerry Farley, people have to find someone they find comfort in. Someone who makes them feel good by accompanying them. Someone they’re willing to share anything with, and someone who they’re willing to do anything for. That’s what love is for him, and this extends far beyond a romantic relationship.
photo courtesy of the Washburn University President’s Office
Long-lasting love: Susan Farley (left) and Jerry Farley (right) celebrate 39 years of marriage. They are involved in projects around Washburn and are both proponents of education advancement.
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Angie Price: Adjunct instructor and coach of the Dancing Blues Kodee Christensen
Washburn Review kodee.christensen@washburn.edu
Alumni Dancing Blues coach and adjunct instructor Angie Price didn’t come back to Washburn, she never left. The semester before she graduated in 1989, Price was offered the position of Dancing Blues coach and has been at Washburn ever since. “I’ve always loved Washburn,” said Price. “Everyone here is supportive, friendly and open to listening to people’s ideas. The university has always done a good job of creating an atmosphere that promotes individuality.” Price graduated from Washburn with a Bachelor of Arts in music, an Associates of Art in dance and another Associates of Art in computer information studies. “Dance isn’t even offered as a major at Washburn anymore and when I was in school, technology was just being born so it was fascinating and brand new,” Price said. “There was this huge computer in the basement of Morgan called ‘the prime.’ We were all so amazed by it. I didn’t know what I wanted to do, so I was just kind of exploring.” Price still enjoys multiple areas of interest as a coach and adjunct instructor for kinesiology, physical education and yoga. “I’ve enjoyed having a relationship with an instructor that isn’t accompanied by stress,” said freshman nursing major Shelby Cornwell. “Yoga is such a physically and mentally calming exercise and Mrs. Price does well to translate that in class.” Physical studies are important to Price. She hopes to help her students and team members learn and grow. “As long as my students are respectful to everyone and put forth effort, I am happy. The same goes for the Dancing Blues, but to an even further extent. I expect them to treat people kindly and respectfully outside of practices and performances. As Washburn students and members of the team, people see them as role models and representatives of the school, the team and each other,” Price said. “In today’s society especially, there aren’t enough good role models, however, I’ve been lucky enough to get top notch girls and even a couple of guys on the Dancing Blues who understand this.” Senior mathematics major Michaela
photo by Kodee Christensen
Representing Washburn pride: Dancing Blues coach and adjunct instructor Angie Price has been at Washburn for over thirty years. She takes pride in Washburn and urges her team and students to do the same.
Trobough, also a captain for the Dancing Blues, has enjoyed having Price as her coach throughout the years. “Angie has been a huge part of my life and dance career and helped shape me into the dancer and leader I am today,” said Trobough. “She always has the interest of the team in mind and deserves recognition for what she’s done for the Dancing Blues. I am forever grateful for her.” One of the hopes that Price has for her time at Washburn is to continue to see and be a part of Washburn’s growth as a community. “Compared to when I was a student, Washburn now has a big school feel,” said Price. “We’ve grown into a community that makes students want to get involved more. People take more pride in being a part of Washburn and I want to see that continue developing. I want to help everyone I come into contact with have a positive experience at Washburn.”
Communications professor will offer new gender studies class Alicia Muniz Washburn Review alicia.muniz@washburn.edu
Associate Professor of communication studies Jim Schnoebelen has been at Washburn for almost seventeen years. He has always taught communications classes, but he will also teach a gender studies class next semester that will deal with different types of situations that include gender differences, such as points of view based on masculine and feminine traits, along with political, corporate and business worlds. “The class will be completely online and be discussion based to counter the usual faceto-face in person discussions,” said Schnoebelen. The goal of the class is to get people to see different perspectives of things that they would normally never challenge unless they were actually told to think about it. There have been many changes since Schnoebelen first started here, not just the classes but the aesthetics, buildings on campus have changed or been added which you can really see. Schnoebelen came at a time where Washburn was just starting to transition from being a commuter based school that catered to non-traditional students, such as parents or students with multiple jobs, into what it is now, being focused on more traditional, fresh-out-of-high school aged students. Schnoebelen teaches several different communications classes, such as public speaking, graduate communications classes, communications social movements and an upper division persuasive speaking. He specializes in mostly political communications, so he doesn’t really see himself teaching classes outside of the ones listed. In the summer, he is going to teach his very first stand-alone graduate class, which he is really excited about. Communications classes in the summer have always had good responses, which is weird when you consider how many classes are available at Washburn, one would think that mathematics or English classes would have more consistent enrollment, but people seem to enjoy the classes, which is great for the communications department. However, the Persuasion class he is teaching, part of the
Masters in Communications classes, is an eight week course, so the length of the entire summer break is a little less daunting than a four week one, which takes a bit of the pressure off of the students. As his specialization in communications is political science communications, his focus is more on gender and how it affects those who have had a major voice and presence in politics. He has published several chapters and articles that have to do with his research and things he is interested in. Schnoebelen is also a part of the Diversity and Inclusion office at Washburn, and was one of the people who supported the Themester project for this semester. He believes that it is useful and encouraging to let people find and develop their own views on the use of freedom of speech, the amendment and how people learn different things and perspectives from others around them to make it more understandable. If you have any questions about Themester, you can find several articles about it on the Washburn website, where the Diversity and Inclusion office has put them up for everyone to view.
photo courtesy of Jim Schnoebelen
Communication: Jim Schnoebelen is an Associate Professor at Washburn University. He will teach different Communication Studies classes next semester.
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Solo exhibition: Yue Li is a junior art major with an emphasis in painting and drawing at Washburn. She showed her art talent in her first solo exhibition.
Art student, Yue Li, shows off talent in featured exhibition Mingzhu Zhu
Washburn Review mingzhu.zhu@washburn.edu
Yue Li is a junior art major with an emphasis in painting and drawing at Washburn. Her artistic talent showed at an early age. Li is an international student from Sichuan, China. She was born into an art family and her mother, an artist, inspired her early artistic life. “Washburn is like my second family,” said Li. “Here, I have met and made many friends, and going to the events on campus with friends is so enjoyable.” Li takes part in many extracurricular activities on campus, including the Washburn Process Coalition, International Club and Presidential Ambassadors for International Students. She holds her first solo exhibition from Feb. 1 to March 30 at Soho Interiors in Topeka. The exhibition contains different art forms like oil painting, charcoal and pastel. “I have always had a passion to hold my solo exhibition, because it’s a good chance to let more people know me and my art,” said Li. “I learned how to interact with people as an artist and how to introduce my art to people.” Her life and travel experience inspire her creation of artworks. Because she has been to many places in China and the U.S., some of the artwork depicts the view of Kansas, Colorado and Hainan, China, a coastal city. Owner of Soho Interiors, Vickie Lynch, provides the location for Li to have her ex-
hibition. “There is all the variety in the exhibit,” Lynch said. “It allows everyone to see what she can do.” One of the outstanding artworks is “Oriental Rhythm,” which has been selected for the Rice Gallery Fine Art in the National Portraits & Figures Show. People can still enjoy the copy of it at Soho Interiors. The idea of painting “Oriental Rhythm” was to show the contrasts of 2D and 3D, past and present. The foreground is a Japanese girl with a kimono, a traditional Japanese garment, which is three-dimension and realistic. The background is a Japanese mural, which is flat. Li’s talent for art takes her far away. She had artworks selected in the Washburn Art Student Show and shown in Mulvane Art Museum, and she won the Topeka branch for the National League of American Pen Women award in the student show. Moreover, her paintings got into the 2018 Oil Painting National Exhibition, National Portraits & Figures Show as well as Artists of Northwest Arkansas 24th Annual Regional Exhibition. She will graduate in 2020. She plans to get a master’s degree in another state and become an art professor at a university. She wants to hold more exhibitions in the future and work toward her dream. “My dream is to be a great artist whose artworks can positively influence the society,” said Li. “Holding a solo exhibition is just the beginning.”
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‘Resident Evil 2’: A wonderful remake of survival horror classic Nick Solomon
Washburn Review nicholas.solomon@washburn.edu
Like many others, one of the games that defined a section of my childhood was Capcom’s Resident Evil series. Releasing before the over-saturated zombie market of the early 2010’s, the series was a survival horror in every nature of the word. Limited ammo, frightening enemies and perfectly executed settings defined a generation. Sadly, around the fifth installment of the series, the series shifted its approach in terms of survival horror; instead opting for a third-person shooter action. The series returned to its roots with “Resident Evil 7” in 2017, an awesome game in its own right, and now in 2019 with a remake of survival horror classic, “Resident Evil 2.” “Resident Evil 2” takes place in the late 90’s, where a zombie outbreak has been let loose in the fictional Raccoon City. Protagonists Claire Redfield and Leon Kennedy cross paths, and must fight their way through the maze-like Raccoon City Police Department.
The good news is that current consoles and software make gameplay smooth with seamless transitions. While the first entry of the series was remade for current gen consoles, what sets the remake apart is the creative liberties and adjustments added to modernize the game. Instead of a fixed camera that the original installment had, the remake has a much more accessible third-person perspective, much more akin to the more recent entries of the series. It makes the game feel fresh, but loyal to the original version, capturing the classic atmosphere that makes fans feel a certain level of nostalgia. You are given two options at the beginning of the game. You can either pick Claire Redfield or Leon Kennedy, an RPD officer who was expecting a normal first day on the job. Claire’s storyline revolves around her hunt for her missing brother, Chris. Depending on your choice, you will experience relatively different gameplay experiences, characters and weapons. Leon gets a Desert Eagle for instance, while Claire gets a submachine gun. Each character goes in and around the station,
solving puzzles while trying to survive. Just like the best of the games, RE2’s survival horror gameplay is an addicting, tense and most of all replayable loop. Unlockables, like alternate outfits, new weapons and new campaigns encourage multiple playthroughs. My only problem with the game is the bullet-sponge enemies who seem to take a whole clip in order to take down. Its either that, or the guns feel underpowered. Leon shooting a zombie in the head with his pump shotgun should be enough, but it takes more than that for some of the weakest enemies in the game. You can get upgrades for your weapons, but there are some balancing issues that need to be worked out. Every year, the January/February timeslot is usually barren of good titles. The gaming industry tends to fire on all cylinders during the holidays, and then fizzle out in the following months. Regardless of the little bugs, such as proper balancing between weapon power and enemies, Resident Evil 2 is a considerable game of the year contender.
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The Evil Dead: Leon Kennedy, a rookie police officer, is a main protagonist in ‘Resident Evil 2.’ The remake is a mastered re-imagining of the classic, keeping the spirit of the original while modernizing the game play mechanics for a new audience.
‘thank u, next’: No thanks ‘The Last Podcast on the Left’: True crime is told Nick Solomon
Washburn Review nicholas.solomon@washburn.edu
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Simply put, artists are at their best when their lives are at the worst. 25 year old pop-singer, Ariana Grande released her fifth studio album last week. Her previous album titled “Sweetener” was just recently released in August 2018. “thank u, next” is a 12 song album lasting around 40 minutes and is fairly average to listen to. There are some tracks obviously worth skipping as they lack the same senserity as some of the other tracks. Another reason you may find yourself skipping songs is because Grande has taken over seemingly every radio station and it appears the DJ’s on the radio only know one artist - Grande. I’ve always thought Grande had a great voice. Her range and vocal control has to be one of the best in the music scene as of recent. However, I think her songs are written for a very select “it” crowd. Most fans simply can’t relate to a track like “7 rings” where Grande says, “I see it, I like it, I want it, I got it,” speaking about her estimated net worth of about $50M as of February 2019. This type of philosophy in life may just be a contributing factor to her recent failed relationship with SNL’s Davidson. “7 rings” is an accurate homage to the tacky, tasteless, braggadocious and try-hard wanna-be anthems repeated throughout modern music. This type of sound is not unique in any way and goes to show that fame and money is how to make it in the pop-music business. The album “thank u, next” has been described as an audio capture of Grande’s coming to terms
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Life is Grande: Ariana Grande releases her 5th studio album. Grande released “thank u, next” as a tribute to her ex-boyfriend Mac Miller and ex-fiancé Pete
with the death of ex-boyfriend Mac Miller and the notorious split from fiancé Davidson. Grande is still convinced that life is great and getting better. Grande said in an interview with Billboard, “[This album] has turned everything around in my life. It sounds really corny, but it was the most beautiful,” she said before admitting, “I don’t think life has ever been as bad as it was when [we started].” “thank u, next” provided Grande fans with a quick fix after its better precursor album “Sweetener” left listeners wanting more after hit songs like “Breathin,” “God is a Woman” and “No Tears Left to Cry.” With this album release, “thank u, next” joined “Daydream” by Mariah Carey as the only albums by female artists to have multiple songs debut at number one on Billboard’s Hot 100. Grande also joined ranks as the fifth artist to have multiple songs debut at number one after Justin Bieber and Drake.
“True Crime” has always been a phenomenon everyone gets glued to. From Robert Stack’s late 1980s and 90s hit series “Unsolved Mysteries,” to the televised trials of OJ Simpson and Casey Anthony, it has been part of the cultural zeitgeist, and now it seems more than ever with podcasts, films, drawn out docuseries and even a planned “Unsolved Mysteries” revival on the horizon. Objectively, the best format for it to be taken in is the podcast. Movies will fudge things, docuseries will drag on to meet an episode count but podcasts are shorter, more digestible and free. There is a ton of dry, dead serious “True Crime” podcasts populating the internet, but the one that definitely breaks the mold of the genre is “Last Podcast on the Left.” Whereas others will take on a dry approach to dark subjects, “Last Podcast on the Left” approaches it with a beautiful dose of dark
comedy. Led by Marcus Parks, Ben Kissel and actor and comedian Henry Zebrowski, the typically hour-long multi-part series covers serious subjects, and most recently war criminal nazi Josef Mengele, to more light-hearted conspiracy theory subjects like “Flat Earth,” “Men in Black” and other conspiracy theories. With the comedy is where the series becomes love it or hate it. “True Crime” is the sort of thing that some people prefer to have with the aforementioned dryness and constant seriousness, so not everyone likes the show. Although, it isn’t all jokes. When covering people like Ted Bundy or the series on Jim Jones, they make it a point to always be dead serious about the horrors they talk about, and always be respectful to individuals like victims covered. One of the worst aspects about the “True Crime” craze is the mystique of some series and movies that elevate these people to a legendary status. That is where the comedy of the show comes in. They make
it a point to bash, make fun of and discredit the perpetrators of their serious subject matter and add other bits of comedy to make the dark subject matter more digestible. This comedy works because of the core trio. Parks functions as the main storyteller of the information with Kissel functioning as the straight ma or audience and Zebrowski leaning into perfectly timed and somehow always-landing jokes. They all have the capacity to be funny and crack some wonderful jokes, but also to be serious and respectful when it is necessary to be. Other than the love it or hate it nature of the show, the only other real problem is the drought that happens after you burn their already-existing 350+ episode catalogue they have built up over their four-year run, waiting for a new episode they drop at the end of each week. I would be lying if I didn’t say this series has a special place in my heart but I am confident that I can unbiasedly say, if it’s your cup of tea, you will love this podcast.
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Rise from your graves: “The Last Podcast on the Left” provides an insanely re-listenable series of macabre stories. Pictured is a screenshot of series creators and hosts, Marcus Parks, Ben Kissel and Henry Zebrowski
What’s the best way you’ve found to stay warm?
By Nick Solomon
Jirani Smith Junior Actuarial Science “Just try to ignore it.”
Sabrinna Rivera Sophomore Communication “Keep your apartment at 90 degrees.”
Dakota Kelley Sophomore Finance “Just bundling up with a couple layers on.”
Giovan Rodriguez Junior Kinesiology “Put shorts under my jeans, a long sleeve and short sleeve shirt, then a winter coat.”
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Stallbaumer seeks successful season Dylan Babcock Washburn Review dylan.babcock@washburn.edu
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Multi-talented student: Logan Stock competes in a hurdles event at the Kansas Relays. Stock has been a versatile athlete as an Ichabod, competing in the heptathlon and decathlon.
Logan Stock: An athlete with multiple talents Brandon Brownlee Washburn Review brandon.brownlee@washburn.edu
It’s already been a record breaking year for the Washburn track and field teams who seem to get better and better every time out. Although he hasn’t broke any school records yet this year, sophomore Logan Stock currently holds two school records in the decathlon and heptathlon. Stock is from Lake Crystal, Minnesota where he attended Wellcome Memorial High School. Stock participated in many different sports throughout high school including track, football, soccer and basketball. He now uses all of his athleticism to focus strictly on track in college but continues to work extremely hard to be proficient in all disciplines of the heptathlon and decathlon. Teammate Mikey Pearl recognizes the time and effort that Stock puts forth. “He makes sure that each jump or hurdle or whatever he is doing that day is full speed and done with purpose,” said Pearl. “His intelligence and quick adaptation allows him to understand what he needs to do in order to become a better athlete.” Stock is the son of parents Robert and Kari Stock. His father works as a transmission line inspector and his mother is a rehabilitation counselor. The intelligence Stock has in the athletic field transfers over into the classroom where he is majoring in bio-chemistry. He hasn’t completely decided what career path he would like to follow, although he is considering epidemiology which deals with health-related states like disease and how to control such diseases. His interests lie mostly in lab work because of the hands-on work he can do there. “Just discovery,” said Stock. “Most likely having everything
under my control and I decide the outcome.” Stock was attracted to Washburn mainly for the opportunities he would have participating in track but also enjoys what the school can offer him academically. “I love the challenging programs they have here,” said Stock. “They don’t hold back on any of the classes or anything like that.” Being a college athlete while also majoring in the science field doesn’t leave Stock much extra time. As many college students, Stock enjoys playing video games in his free time, specifically first-person shooter games. Stock has also picked up playing the guitar. He has been playing for close to a year and a half now, and enjoys playing mostly classic rock but is open to playing just about any genre. Two summers ago, Stock traveled to Europe with some of his friends and enjoyed sightseeing, eating different foods and experiencing new and different cultures. He enjoys traveling and hopes to do more of it as he gets older. In the meantime, he is going to continue to enjoy competing against both his teammates and competitors trying to become the best he can be. Stock said he enjoys the atmosphere of the team and though it is competition he sais it’s friendly competition and that it’s a lot of fun. Stock is an extremely talented and well-rounded individual and his teammates enjoy being around him. “Logan is an intelligent, dedicated, hardworking and unpredictable athlete making him a good teammate and better friend,” Pearl said. Stock, Pearl and the rest of their teammates will be in action next at the Nebraska Tune-Up this Friday Feb. 15 in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Baseball
Softball
The Bods traveled to Durant, Oklahoma, over the weekend to face off against Southeastern Oklahoma University in a three game series. Unfortunately, their Sunday game was cancelled due to inclement weather, but the Bods were able to pick up a split on Saturday. After losing the first game 0-1, Washburn came back with a 3-1 win and moved their overall record to 3-3. The baseball team will return to action in the MIAA/ GLVC challenge this at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13 in Joplin, Missouri.
After traveling to Edmond, Oklahoma and Oklahoma City against, the softball team dropped three losses over the weekend. The Bods lost both games of their double header Monday, falling 3-4 against East Central University and 4-7 to Southern Nazarene University, moving their record to 2-8. They have a chance to redeem themselves when they return to action in Bentonville, Arkansas to compete in the Eight State Classic at 11 a.m. Friday against Ouachita Baptist University.
Samantha Stallbaumer, senior from Haven, Kansas, started playing softball before she was 8 years old. She played at Haven High School, and after graduating, she began her college softball career at Oklahoma City University. After competing at the NAIA level of collegiate athletics for two years and being part of two national championship wins, she determined that she wanted to move closer to family and friends. Stallbaumer decided she would challenge herself by moving to a NCAA Division II school, either Washburn University or Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kansas, and she ultimately chose Washburn. “I chose Washburn because I like the area better and I also thought it would be a good opportunity,” Stallbaumer said. Now in her second year at Washburn, Stallbaumer has enjoyed the relationships she has been able to make with the other softball players and how they have pushed her every day to get better. During the 2018 season, Stallbaumer led the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association with 74 hits, leading her to receiving first team all-MIAA honors. She had a .392 batting average, started all 52 games and stole 31 bases out of 32 attempts. This season Stallbaumer is pushing herself to be an even better player.
“I want to bat over .4 and also have the most steals in the conference,” Stallbaumer said. “And, a huge goal that I would like to have is getting conference player of the year.” For Washburn head softball coach Brenda Holaday, having the skills that Stallbaumer brings to the team is something she values. “Samantha is our starting center-fielder and so she’s kind of the captain of our outfield for sure,” Holaday said. “Defensively, she brings a great deal of experience along with a lot of speed. At the plate, she’s our leadoff hitter, so what she does there really dictates what we’re kind of able to do offensively. Additionally, she’s really grown as a leader in our program and she’s a kid who carries herself with a lot of confidence.” Since transferring to Washburn, Stallbaumer has had to adapt to the amount of work it takes to be a college athlete at the Division II level. Through this adaption, Holaday has been able to witness the growth Stallbaumer has made. “Even though she already had the talent, there was just a lot of molding and shaping that needed to take place,” Holaday said. “So, for me, to see the growth in her as a human being from a year ago to now has been really rewarding to see.” Holaday looks to see Stallbaumer bring her leadership day in and day out, as it is what helps their team grow and be the best that they can be. As a coach, she appreciates how hard Stallbaumer pushes herself
photo courtesy of Samantha Stallbaumer
Run hard, turn left: Senior softball player Samantha Stallbaumer turns and prepares to run after hitting the ball in a game. Stallbaumer started her second season at Washburn with a batting average over .450.
and how she doesn’t settle for her current abilities. “She’s the type of kid that just can’t settle and be content with where she’s at because she’s already one of the better players on the team,” Holaday said. “But our goal for her in her senior year is to reach her level best and be the absolute best player she’s capable of being.” Stallbaumer is majoring in kinesiology with an emphasis in exercise physiology. After graduating from Washburn, she plans on applying to a cardiac ultrasound program.
Rachael Mayberry soars to new heights Brandon Brownlee
Washburn Review brandon.brownlee@washburn.edu
The Washburn track and field teams have had a successful start to the indoor season with many athletes setting records and positioning themselves for the postseason. Sophomore pole vaulter Rachael Mayberry has set herself up well for national qualifying as she currently has an NCAA provisional mark of 3.86 meters. Mayberry and the rest of her pole vaulting squad are currently ranked second in Division II as a pole vaulting unit. Mayberry is from Olathe, Kansas where she attended high school at Olathe Northwest. Her parents are Brent and Marilyn Mayberry. Her mother is a paraprofessional and works with special needs children, which Mayberry said she enjoys. Her father works at UMB in downtown Kansas City as a software engineer. She has one brother, Carter, who is a senior at the University of Kansas. In the classroom, Mayberry is a forensic investigation major with high hopes for an eventual career path. “I’m trying to do crime scene investigating and the main goal is the FBI, but that’s super hard so I’d be happy with just any job in crime scene investigating,” said Mayberry. Ever since she was young, she always liked watching the crime shows on TV and was fascinated by the world of crime. “I’ve always been such a curious
Briefs
Track and Field
Ichabod track competed in Maryville, Missouri and Allendale, Michigan over the weekend. The Bearcat Invitational (MO) included four NCAA provisionals between the men and women’s teams. The GVSU Big Meet (MI) included senior Jacob Klemz taking second place overall in his 5,000 meter run. This is also his new NCAA provisional. Washburn track and field will return to competition to participate in the Nebraska TuneUp Friday, Feb. 15 in Lincoln, Nebraska.
photo courtesy of Rachael Mayberry
Family first: Rachael Mayberry stands with her family at her brother, Carter’s, graduation. Mayberry is a part of the pole vault team that is ranked second in Division II.
person,” said Mayberry. “So, when I watch the show, or anything happens in my town I always want to be in the know and I want to be involved and I don’t really get grossed out by the gruesome things.” Mayberry said the worst crimes are the most interesting. On the track, coach Rick Attig was a big influence in Mayberry attending Washburn. She was already familiar with Attig and head coach Cameron Babb, who she had worked with at camps so she was confident that she would excel under them as an Ichabod. “Coach Attig is the coach that’s taught me everything from the ground up about pole vault,” said Mayberry. “So, if I had the option to come here and do four more years with him when I already know he’s going to teach me to be the best I can be then that was the school for me.” The small campus feel has turned out to be a blessing in disguise for Mayberry. She always wanted to go to a bigger school like K-State or KU, but instead she found she really enjoys Washburn. Mayberry said she loves being
able to know so many people on campus and that she has been able to become closer with her friends because there are fewer people here than on the big campuses. With little spare time on her hands, eating and Netflix are high on the list of spare time activities. Mayberry said her all time favorite food is pizza, but she is trying to eat healthier right now so she is really into smoothie bowls with fruit that she makes with her teammates. Recently, she had the opportunity to attend the Chiefs game when they played in the AFC championship because her dad is friends with KC offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. She was able to hang out with Bieniemy’s family during the game and talked with the player’ families. Had the Chiefs won the game she said she was going to be able to go on the field afterward. Mayberry will be shooting for championships of her own this year after qualifying for indoor nationals last year and having a wonderful experience there. Next time out, Mayberry will be at the Nebraska Tune-Up Friday Feb. 15 in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Tennis
Basketball
Men’s tennis picked up a win against Oklahoma Baptist University last Saturday (6-1), putting them at a 3-1 record for the season. Women’s tennis also won their series against Oklahoma Baptist University 5-2 and improved their season record to 3-0. Both teams will return to the court at 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15 for their match against Southern Arkansas University in Midlothian, Texas and 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 in Dallas, Texas.
Men’s basketball picked up two wins last week against the University of Central Missouri (74-69) and Southwest Baptist University (74-65). These wins improved their record to 17-5. Women’s basketball split last week, losing to University of Central Missouri (55-80) and picking up a win against Southwest Baptist University (69-58) and moving their record to 15-7. Both teams will face off against Northeastern State University beginning at 5:30 p.m. this Thursday, Feb. 14 in Lee Arena.
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Connor Crimmins at alma mater Seth Burdick
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photo courtesy of Savannah Moore
We are a team: The softball team surrounds home plate to celebrate senior Savannah Moore after she hit a home run. Moore was an all-MIAA third baseman last year.
Home run hitter: Savannah Moore looks to the future Seth Burdick Washburn Review seth.burdick@washburn.edu
One of the largest contributing factors to Washburn athletics programs is the talent located here in Topeka. Many of the greatest athletes to have ever played for Washburn originated from Topeka. One of the stars on this year’s softball team also comes from Topeka, and her name is Savannah Moore. She grew up here, and came from Washburn Rural. She played for Brenda Holaday for a while. “I am the oldest of my family. My brother and sister both went to Washburn Rural. My brother is here at Washburn, my sister is a senior and is coming to play softball here next year. I will be gone, but it will be really good for her to get into this program, I am really excited to keep this family here,” Moore said The will and the drive to succeed were born into Moore. Head softball coach Brenda Holaday believes that the game Moore enjoys allows her to bring out the best in her. “Savannah played for me in high school, club ball and at WU. She has very natural leadership qualities in that she is responsible, cares about the success of the team, extremely disciplined, never hesitates to do the tough things in regard to leading her teammates and above all, she is highly competitive. She is a tremendous player and a better person,” Holaday said. Coming to Washburn after high school, Moore was a part of a couple of teams that lost more games than they won. It was special when they won the MIAA Conference title last year. “Winning the conference the past few years, Washburn hasn’t been very good at softball so the fact that we were able to bring in a new coach and a bunch of new players to really make this program, [and] to really make it what it should be, so that was really great,” Moore said. Even though they had one of the best seasons in program history last year, Moore wants this year’s team to be even better than last year.
“I know we have a big team goal that last year we had the highest fielding percentage in the nation and we definitely want to do that again and at least be in the top three. We want to make it back to the conference tournament and this year we don’t want to make it to just the regional tournament. We want to make it to the super regional, so taking that next step for the program,” Moore said. Softball is not the only part of Moore’s life. When she has the free time, Moore likes to relax and unwind. One of the ways she does that is by reading. Some of the books that she reads allows her to be able to think. “I really like doing yoga, and I really like reading. I am a big book worm. I have a lot of favorite books, but one I really like is called ‘The Kind Worth Killing’ by Peter Swanson. It gets you thinking a lot. I like books that make me think,” said Moore. In the future, there are two projects on Moore’s bucket list. Number one, go to Europe, and number two, go sky diving. “I would love to go skydiving. I would really love to travel to Europe, anywhere in Europe,” Moore said. “I love Europe, but I am actually doing that this summer after the softball season. I am really excited for that.” For the majority of collegiate athletes, college is the last time they have the opportunity to play the sport they love. Moore will be ready when her time as an Ichabod comes to an end. “I graduated college last year with my undergrad degree, so I am currently playing my last year and I will graduate again in May so I’m pretty proud of that. I want to graduate with my master’s degree,” Moore said. “Then I want to get a job in the surrounding area, not necessarily Kansas City. I have been looking a lot at Oklahoma City lately and I really want to do marketing or event planning for weddings, so I would like to be a wedding planner.”
Not many people have the opportunity to go back to their alma mater to coach after their playing days are done. Assistant baseball coach Connor Crimmins did not develop the passion to coach until he really invested his time into baseball when he played for the Ichabods. It was his parents that started Crimmins’ love of the game. “I grew up in Topeka and went to Shawnee Heights high school. My mom and dad were Washburn alums and my grandparents were Washburn alums. I came to a lot of Washburn games growing up because of them,” Crimmins said. The love for baseball was bred into Crimmins from a young age. The real fire for the game developed late in his senior year and college. “I have played since I was a little guy. Baseball kind of took off for me more right after my senior year of high school, won state and then playing college baseball and kind of became my real passion the game and the coaching that goes into baseball took off,” Crimmins said. To coach at a higher level, many people are looking for the next step. For Crimmins, his next step after being a graduate assistant was to go back to where he played in college. “As a coach you are open to any-
where, fortunately the job opened up for me after I was graduate assistant at Kansas State. It’s been exciting to come back to where I have played. As a coach it is always cool to coach where you have played,” Crimmins said Before Crimmins settles down and has a family, he uses his free time to improve on the things that he will not have the time to get better at once he has a family. The number one thing is golf. “Sports are my life and what I do. I like to golf on my own, I get to compete and still play. I’m not very good at it yet, but hopefully one of these days I can get better at it. When you’re coaching sports it is what you live by. I’m a young guy I don’t have a family yet, I think that will change once I get a family since family will take over a lot of that,” Crimmins said. The joy of coaching is not something that he does, the joy of coaching comes from the players. “You don’t have a job if it’s not for the players. Seeing them have success is probably one of the most rewarding things as a coach. When the lightbulb clicks for them, whether it’s as freshman, junior or senior, when that light bulb clicks is kind of the joy you get out of coaching and seeing that success then leads to wins,” Crimmins said. As a coach, being able to relate with players can help go a long
photo Courtesy of Connor Crimmins
Athletes first: Connor Crimmins is in his first year as an assistant coach for the Ichabods. Crimmins played baseball here before his coaching days.
way in the development of players. For senior infielder, Kolton Meyer, Crimmins excels at this aspect of coaching. “What makes coach Crimmins such a great coach is his ability to relate to the players. He has a certain way of making things seem easier to accomplish simply by the way he talks about them. Part of the reason is because not too long ago he was in our shoes, which helps him know what a current player is going through,” Meyer said.
What is your favorite sport?
By Joelle Conway
Kaitlin Othmer Junior Accounting and Finance “I don’t usually watch sports, but if I had to pick one, it would be gymnastics.”
Juan Alvarez Freshman Radiology Technology “I like soccer. I grew up watching and playing the sport.”
Daniel Donaldson Freshman Nursing “My favorite sport is tennis because you can play it throughout your life. It’s not a sport you can only play while you’re young.”
Nathan Pryor Junior Criminal Justice “I played football my whole life. I really enjoyed it, too.”
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