Washburn Review - October 14, 2015 - Issue 8

Washburn University

Volume 142, Issue 8

October 14, 2015

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INSIDE:

Bob Dole named Homecoming Grand Marshal

News

Hallee Haar

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Page 3: Rep. John Lewis to give iRead lecture Wednesday, Oct. 14.

Sports

File photo from the 2014 Homecoming Ball

Page 16: Ichabods win one and lose one on the road over the weekend.

Campus Life

Page 10: Students talk professionally altered celebrity Instagram photos.

Pop Culture

Page 11: Comedian Trevor Noah shows promise as new host of The Daily Show.

Arts & Entertainment

Page 12: Washburn Opera Studio presents beautifully intimate opera, “The Medium.”

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Campus community prepares for Grand Homecoming Brenden Williams

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This year’s Grand Homecoming Week begins Sunday, Oct. 18, with the theme “Decades” in honor of Washburn University’s 150th anniversary.

The week of celebration kicks off with a window decorating competition that will be displayed in College Hill storefronts.

Monday, Oct. 19, brings the top hat decorating competition, where hats decorated by student organizations and departments will be judged and later auctioned off. Monday evening is the Homecoming Ball, open to students and their guests, during which the royalty candidates will be announced.

Tuesday, Oct. 20, includes the banner decorating competition and the Ichabod Race, where students go on a scavenger hunt for iconic Washburn locations.

Wednesday, Oct. 21, starts with the semester’s final “Scorch the Porch,” followed by judging for residential hall decorations and “Open Mic Night” at Mabee Library starting at 7 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 22, includes a cake decoration competition and “Yell Like Hell,” where student organizations, Greek life, and athletic teams compete for the crowd’s cheers.

Friday, Oct. 23, Washburn Volleyball will host Pittsburg

State at 7 p.m. followed by a bonfire at 8 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 24, begins with the annual Homecoming Parade at 10 a.m., followed by the Grand Tailgate Party at 11 a.m. The Ichabods football team faces the University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos at 2 p.m. and ends with a volleyball match facing the Bronchos at 6:30 p.m.

“I think homecoming will bring the community together, this year, especially since it’s the 150th. There are going to be a lot of alumni coming back.”

Glynnis Debenham, the Panhellenic director at Washburn University and representative of Student Activities and Greek Life expects this homecoming to bring alumni back to the campus community.

“I think homecoming will bring the community together, this year, especially since it’s the 150th. There are going to be a lot of alumni coming back,” said Debenham. “We’re just a smaller community at Washburn, and it’s a great opportuni-

ty, especially [with] the themes we have this year. They’re going to be great.”

Although Debenham is director of sororities at Washburn, she also likes to see other student organizations involved in homecoming, especially in events like “Yell Like Hell.”

“It not only gets the Greek community, it gets the whole community,” Debenham. “I love seeing baseball players get out there. It’s an opportunity for us to see them in an environment we don’t normally get to. It gives everybody the opportunity to be involved in even if they aren’t in an organized club.”

Seth Hachmeister, freshman athletic training major, is also excited for the homecoming events.

“I’ve gotten more involved in ‘Yell like Hell’ and the Ichabod Race, we’re actually getting ready to start those,” Hachmeister said.

“Yell Like Hell” and the Ichabod Race aren’t the only events that are popular on campus. Becca Shelton, sophomore criminal justice major, is excited for the parade.

“I’m super excited for the floats,” said Shelton. “I’m in Alpha Phi and we’re making a kickass float, so we’re going to win.”

Another Student Activities and Greek Life employee, Dani

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At the IchAbod Shop thIS week:

As homecoming approaches, Washburn students and faculty alike are excited to hear that alum Bob Dole (former Senator of Kansas) will be our grand marshal of the homecoming parade.

Dole was selected by a committee for this opportunity and graciously accepted the title.

Dole was born in 1923. He served in the U.S. Army in 1943 as a combat infantry officer. By 1961, he had made his mark in U.S. politics as a member of the House of Representatives and became a senator for the state of Kansas in 1969. In 1996, he ran for President as the Republican nominee against Bill Clinton.

WSGA worked together with staff in order to decide which deserved this year’s position of grand marshal. With a plethora of of alumni to choose from, it was not an easy decision to make.

It essentially came down to who of our alumni were most wellknown to the public. While there are countless choices, the only one that both the younger and older generation were sure to recognize was Bob Dole.

WSGA Vice President Malcolm Mikkelsen believes that Dole was a great choice, stating that Dole is one of Washburn’s most famous alumni.

Jeremy Ridge, freshman philosophy major and WSGA member, was excited to hear that such a famous alum was chosen for the position.

“He has been involved in politics for a very long time. It is a very nice honor to have Bob Dole as our homecoming grand marshal,” Ridge said.

As Washburn’s homecoming approaches, the campus prepares for a week celebrating the rich history of Washburn. Procuring Dole as our grand marshal is just another way to celebrate our great history.

Hallee Haar, hallee.haar@ washburn.edu, is an undeclared freshman.

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NOTO to have children’s show

For years, Topeka’s art district, NOTO, has been growing in popularity, with its most popular event being the First Friday Art Walks that take place once a month. NOTO, in conjunction with Two Wolves Studio and Artist’s Den, will be expanding their repertoire by hosting a children’s art show at the end of this month. The event will include artwork from local schools, including preschools, daycares and Girl Scout Troops. There will also be temporary tattoos

by Matryoshka Tattoo, a parade and a photo booth courtesy of Faith Hope Love Photography.

The Children’s Art Show in NOTO is free and open to the public. It will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 24. There will be events all throughout the day. For more information, please contact Staci Dawn Ogle at stacidawnslight@gmail.com or (785) 221-5499, or Erin Hatton at ehatwehr@gmail.com or (785) 856-6449.

Homecoming deadlines approaching

Washburn will celebrate its Grand Homecoming from Oct. 18 to Oct. 25. Entries for two of these events, the top hat and banner decorating competitions, are due Monday, Oct. 19, and Tuesday, Oct. 20 respectively.

Both are due by noon to the Student Activities and Greek Life office and must be completely dry. No glitter or food may be used on either the top hats or the banner.

Top Hat judging will begin at 5 p.m. on Oct. 19. The hats will be on display in the Memorial Union from Oct. 19 to Oct. 23 and will be available for a silent auction from Oct. 19 to Oct. 23

with a buy now price of $50.

Banners will be judged on Oct. 20 at 4 p.m. and will be on display in the Memorial Union.

School of Business competition inspires entrepreneurship As a part of their “Be Ready” program, the Washburn School of Business is hosting its second annual Washburn Elevator Pitch Competition. The Washburn Elevator Pitch Competition gives undergraduate, graduate, and WIT students an opportunity to win $25,000 in cash to start up their business. Participants must give a three-minute presentation to a panel of judges comprised of local business owners. There will be two rounds, a knockout round and a final round. Participants are welcome to come watch the knockout round on Oct. 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Memorial Union.

Red Cross offers scholarship

The American Red Cross is offering high school and college students the opportunity to win up to $2,500 in scholarships for hosting an American Red Cross blood drive anytime from Dec. 15, 2015 to Jan. 15, 2016. There are six available scholarships.

Only drives that collect at least 25 donations are eligible for scholarships, although all participants who collect at least 25 pints will receive a gift card to giftcertificates. com. The competition is a part of the Red Cross’ Leaders Save Lives program, whose goal is to encourage youth to collect blood during the winter months when donations are low. Registration for hosting a location is open from now

Blast From the Past: Washburn Players Anna Glover, Grace Foiles, Jamie Schartz, Amy Reinhardt, Corey Perkins and Michael Anschutz donned medieval costumes and participated in the festival’s themed weekend “Wine, Chocolate and Romance.” The festival is currently preparing its final weekend for the year under the theme “Pirates Ale Fest.”

until Nov. 15. Students can register at redcrossblood.org/ leaderssavelives.

School of Nursing hosting 5k In support of the YWCA in Topeka, the Washburn School of Nursing will host their SNOWflake 5k on Oct. 31.

Check-in is from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m and the race will begin at 10 a.m. Registration is $30 and registration packets can be picked up at the School of Nursing office in Petro.

All proceeds will benefit the Topeka YWCA. The YWCA was started in 1858 and its aim is “eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace justice, freedom and dignity for all.”

For more information, please contact Kevin Sullivan at washburnuniversitysnow@

gmail.com.

Local businesses offering prizes to survey takers

Topeka businesses such as the Topeka Civic Theater, Topeka Zoo, Downtown Topeka Inc, and Ramada Downtown Topeka are contributing multiple prize packages for a survey covering the entertainment industry. Any locals, including Washburn students, interested in taking the survey will be entered for a chance to be in a drawing to win one of the various prize packages. The survey asks questions about survey takers’ entertainment preferences, primarily focusing on the cities that survey takers visit most when looking for restaurants, festivals, nightlife and art fairs.

The survey also asks about what kind of media survey takers

Washburn Campus Police Report September 30 18:26 - Open Container Of Alcohol In Public/Notice To Leave, East Side of 1900 Block of Southwest MacVicar. Report Taken: Referred To Municipal Court: One Notice To Leave Served, Escorted From Campus.

October 6 19:12 - Arrest/Possession Of Marijuana, Washburn Village. Report Taken: Referred To Municipal Couty: Referred To The Associate Vice President For Student Life.

October 7 14:21 - Information Report/Disturbance, Morgan Hall. Report Taken: Individual Causing A Classroom Disturbance: Investigation Continues.

October 11 12:36 Information Report, Morgan Hall.

Report Taken: Off Campus Sexual Assault: Case Being Investigated by TPD: TPD Case Number 22350-15.

use, such as radio, or online video streaming services. The survey takes about five to seven minutes. Any surveytakers who have further questions are encouraged to contact Tom Hickman at (785) 670-1601.

Renaissance Festival wraps up with “Pirate’s Ale Fest”

Kansas City’s Rennaissance Festival is in its final week for the year, with the themed weekend “Pirate’s Ale Fest” planned for Oct. 17 and 18.

The events include a Tattoo Competition, a Pale Ale Beer Sausage Eating Competition and a Best Beard Competition, all of which are open to patrons participating. Patrons can also save five dollars on admission by donating five cans to the Harvesters Food Drive hosted in tangent with “Ale Fest.”

Of all crime this year, 33 percent has been theft. This chart breaks down the other 67 percent.

Traffic Stops - 18% Alcohol Arrests - 1% Assault - 5% Burglary (Building) - 5% Burglary (Vehicle) - 10% Criminal Damage - 17% Domestic Violence - 1% Drug Arrests - 8% Medical Calls - 29% Sex Offense - 5% Theft (Auto) - 2%

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City Council declares October “Habitat Month” Olivia Marshall

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World Habitat Day occurs worldwide on the first Monday in October. This day is focused on policies, posing the question: How can government locally and internationally address housing issues?

Topeka Habitat for Humanity is one of many affiliate organizations that functions independently under Habitat International. Topeka Habitat not only provides homes to families, but also focuses on strengthening the community.

Policies exist around the world to promote safe, affordable housing for families, which could mean something different, depending on the country. The United Nations works on solutions to improve lives with policies that address those issues.

Nikki MacMillan is the volunteer coordinator at Topeka Habitat. In past years, the organization has grown in its capacity to build houses and improve the community.

“It is really important for our community. We are lucky we have a very supportive city council and mayor,” MacMillan said.

Every year, the Topeka City Council and mayor sign a proclamation for Topeka Habitat, showing that safe and affordable housing is very important to city officials and the residents they represent. This year, the city council named the month of October “Habitat Month” to draw more awareness to Topeka Habitat’s need for volunteers.

“Even though we are an established organization in town, our needs continue to grow,” MacMillan said.

Volunteers are not only needed in house construction. Volunteers are also utilized in ReStore, a retail outlet that accepts donated building materials,

which are then sold to the public at reduced price. ReStore functions as Topeka Habitat’s greatest fundraiser, since the revenue generated is used to construct houses.

Topeka Habitat relies on donations from contractors, business partners and donors from the community to fulfill their mission. Even small donations make a huge difference.

Elizabeth Beal, freshman, is a student worker at the ReStore.

She helps on the receiving end of donated items by organizing the store and assisting with purchases. Working at a non-profit organization is something she likes to do, because of its positive effects in the community.

“I really enjoy working at the ReStore…it always makes me feel good knowing I’m helping an organization with a great cause,” said Beal.

Washburn University has donated to ReStore during numerous recent on campus construction projects. Donated items have included old fixtures and furniture. The rebuild has had a great impact on ReStore, and one way Topeka Habitat will show gratitude is by walking in the Homecoming Parade.

The Washburn Law Program is one of several Washburn organizations that has a long-running relationship with Topeka Habitat. Students from the program sign up and volunteer with Habitat every year at building sites, which run Monday through Saturday and can host up to 10 volunteers.

To schedule a group volunteer session, or find out more about helping at ReStore, visit topekahabitat.org or call (785) 2344322.

Olivia Marshall, olivia.marshall@washburn.edu, is senior mass media major.

Graphic courtesy of Habitat for Humanity

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Photo courtesy of the Levine Museum of the New South

On the March: --- John Lewis (far right) was one of many protesters to walk alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during a march for the Civil Rights Movement. His eyewitness account provided the foundation for his books.

John Lewis to give iRead Lecture Anna Ciummo

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This year’s iRead lecturer, Rep. John Lewis, will discuss his books at White Concert Hall at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14.

The congressman is the author of “March” books one and two, which depict the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s in graphic novel form. His books are his own biography and his life as a young adult during this time.

Sean Bird, associate dean of

the Mabee Library, held a book discussion of “March” on Monday, Oct. 12. He believes that Lewis’s visit to Washburn will reinvigorate students’ passion to engage in the world beyond campus.

“It will be a reminder to students that the struggle of Civil Rights hasn’t ended,” said Bird.

Lewis’s story also greatly affects student readers. All freshmen in the First Year Experience program or WU 101, were required to read the books for class.

“I really appreciated the mes-

sage of the book,” said Kyle Tengari, freshman chemistry major. “The graphic novel format gave me a bigger connection with the story, and that sparked my imagination.”

Bird encourages students to attend as many events as possible, but Lewis’s lecture is highly recommended.

“Take every opportunity you can get,” Bird urged.

Anna Ciummo, anna.ciummo@ washburn.edu, is a freshman English major.

4 News October 14, 2015 Homecoming: continued from page 1 Bradrick, is also excited for for the parade.

“I’m super excited for the floats,” said Shelton. “I’m in Alpha Phi and we’re making a kickass float, so we’re going to win.”

Another Student Activities and Greek Life employee, Dani Bradrick, is also excited for the parade as she is the Grand Homecoming Parade coordinator.

“We’ve been sending out reminders to get involved,” Bradrick. “Student organizations can get involved. Any student group can sign up. We even have a lot of students volunteering for the parade.”

Zachary Johnson, marketing director for WSGA and marketing and publicity committee chair for the homecoming

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committee, said WSGA has been encouraging the community and students to get involved in the homecoming events. Johnson also said he believes the 150th anniversary of Washburn makes this homecoming even more special.

“Because it’s the 150th anniversary everyone really wants to support Washburn,” Johnson. “I feel like people in town, in the surrounding counties and alumni at Washburn will come to celebrate this great university’s homecoming. They’ll see friends old and new on that day and it will be like a big family reunion of Ichabods.”

Brenden Williams, brenden.williams@washburn.edu, is a freshman mass media major.

Photo by Stephanie Cannon

Personal and Family Protection Act raises student concerns

Brenden Williams

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In 2012, Kansas legislators passed the Personal and Family Protection Act, designed to give citizens the right to carry guns without a conceal and carry permit. College campuses were given a four year extension, with the law to take effect on college campuses across the state July 1, 2017.

Prior to the passing of the Personal and Family Protection Act, state gun laws required citizens to have a conceal and carry license to carry a firearm in public. Passed in 2012 and enacted in 2013, this new law made it so anyone of age may carry a weapon in public without a permit.

College campuses’ four year extension does not require them to allow students to carry guns on university grounds for another two years. However, because of the recent Umpqua Community College massacre in Oregon, some legislators have mentioned expatiating the process and cutting down on the extension given to college campuses.

Advocates for the act say it will help protect people and students on college campuses by giving everyone something with which to defend themselves.

Those against say college students cannot handle the responsibility of a firearm and that some will misuse the weapons as tools for intimidation and bullying. They believe it will not prevent school shootings and may lead to more accidental cases on campuses.

“I feel like it could be a good or bad thing depending on the circumstances involved,” said Tim Scheimann, freshman criminal justice major.

Scheimann said he could see it go either way depending on how well people use the law.

“There are going to be idiots in every situation, there are going to be [guns] used for the wrong thing, but on the good side, you have more protection,” Scheimann said. “It could make it more unlikely something is going to happen, but there are still people who are going to use it for the wrong reasons.”

Some students feel wary about their peers having concealed firearms on their person around campus.

“I support gun rights, but I don’t think college kids should be able to carry a gun … I don’t think college kids can handle [the responsibility],” said Hiram Hendrich, freshman.

“I think they should have to have a permit … I think if the police on campus are trained and armed well then there is no need for students to have guns,” said Jared Walton, freshman.

Washburn University Police Department is a fully trained police force committed to keeping our campus safe.

Due to security reason, the department could not share their plan in the event of an active shooter, but stated that they do have one in place for that crisis situation.

Brenden Williams, brenden. williams@washburn.edu, is a feshman mass media major.

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On July 1, 2017, those who are legally able to carry guns in the states of Texas, Colorado, Idaho, Mississippi, Oregon, Utah, Wisconsin and our very own Kansas will also be legally able to carry their firearms on college campuses. This means that, two years from now, you shouldn’t be surprised when a part of a classmates’ first day outfit happens to involve their pink semi-automatic.

In the state of Kansas, anyone over the age of 21 is allowed to openly carry a firearm without a permit.

Under a recent bill, students and staff will soon be allowed to carry their firearms inside of campus facilities. This bill raises hairs on both ends of the

spectrum.

On one end, the bill was purposed to provide students and staff with a way to protect themselves and others from harm in the event of an emergency. On the other end, guns are often the cause of such emergencies, and having more of them around has so far not shown any significant results.

One of the most significant points to note is the fact that this law still requires students to be legally able to carry a gun according to their state regulations. In Kansas the only requirements are that you have obtained the gun through legal channels, and that you are over the age of 21. For those under the age of 21, owning a

gun is still illegal.

Because you have to be 21 or older, the law mostly pertains to college juniors, seniors, delayed students or non-traditional students. According to Washburn University’s admission data for the 2013 freshman class, approximately 14 percent of students would be able to carry guns upon being admitted to Washburn under the new legislature. As well as the approximately 1,000 faculty and staff members. These people will be the only ones who are legally allowed to carry guns.

Regardless of anyone’s opinion at this point, the law is going through.

Guns are simply going to be a thing from now on.

We can sit here all day and listen to the President talk about gun control and the sheer horror of school shootings, but it won’t change anything.

At the university of Texas, students are protesting with #cocksnotglocks and are proposing that students carry dildos around to class in place of guns to symbolize what sort of environment they will shortly be living in.

It’s an outrageous argument that seems almost entirely unrelated to the whole controversy; however, in the greater loop of things it still makes a point: under the new law, taking a dildo to class is a higher cause for campus correctional reprimand than guns will be.

Guns are a symbol of power in American culture, and obtaining them is fairly easy for just about anyone. In fact, the man who carried out the Oregon shooting on Oct. 1 owned 13 firearms, all of which he obtained legally from federally licensed firearms dealers. Up until the point he opened fire on his classmates, the Oregon shooter would be legally able to carry any and all of his guns on campus out in the open. And we at the Washburn Review staff find that terrifying.

- The Editorial Staff

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Do you ever just sit on the toilet cause you’re so bored?

There is a large pile of dog dookie in front of the library and in the center of it is a foot print, I feel bad for the poor souls that stepped in that sh**.

Someone has been crop dusting the bottom floor of the Mabee. #boiledeggs?

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President’s Corner

Greetings Ichabods!

I’m sure by now that you have heard about the Grand Homecoming taking place between the Oct. 19 and Oct. 24. One of the events that I wanted to mention in particular is Yell Like Hell taking place at 7 p.m. on Thursday in Lee Arena. At this event, WSGA will be giving away a limited amount of tickets to a “late night breakfast” immediately following the event. The first 300 people to show up to Yell Like Hell will receive a free ticket to the Breakfast.

Next, I would like to tell you a little bit about the Bow Tie Bash. The Bow Tie Bash, which will take place after the football game on Saturday in the Memorial Union and the BTC, is a progressive party with two bands, eight food stations, and beverages. The cost to attend this is $30, but WSGA is offering discounted tickets of $10 to the first 50 students who sign up in the WSGA office.

Aside from Homecoming, I want to remind students that Can Emporia is still under way. Seeing as we have beaten Emporia at nearly everything this year, it only seems right that we beat them in can collecting as well. There is just over two weeks left in the competition and if you would like to make a donation or if you would like one of the “WU > ESU” shirts, then please stop by the WSGA office in the lower level of the Union.

- President Porter

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John Green’s ‘Looking for Alaska’ captures student’s eyes

Amy Reinhardt

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John Green, author of “The Fault in Our Stars,” has his third book, “Looking for Alaska,” hitting the big screen in 2016 with the approval to start filming this fall in Michigan.

Green wrote “Looking for Alaska” back in 2005. The novel, in turn, won the 2006 Michael L. Printz Award from the American Library Association.

After the release of “The Fault in Our Stars,” with Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort, in the summer of 2014, Green’s second novel “Paper Towns,” starring Nat Wolff and Cara Delevingne, hit the theaters on July 24.

Green’s new film portrays the story of a teenager Miles “Pudge” Halter. The plot begins with Halter leaving his life in Florida to attend Culver Creek boarding school in Birmingham, Alabama for his junior year of high school.

At Culver Creek introverted Halter makes new friends, including Alaska Young, a spirited, mysterious girl with whom Halter develops feelings toward.

The success of “The Fault in Our Stars” was what helped provide the final push for the development and adaption for Green’s 2005 novel.

Green experienced second thoughts about the film adaption of “Looking for Alaska” because of his personal bond to the story and the intense connection his readers have to the book’s characters. He didn’t want the film to be a disappointment for his fans.

After revealing the upcoming film’s screenwriters, producers and director Green’s worries were replaced with feelings of excitement for filming.

Michael H. Weber and Scott Neustadter, who both worked on Green’s “The Fault in Our Stars” and “Paper Towns,” wrote the screenplay.

Wyck Godfrey and Marty Bowen will also return as producers for “Looking for Alaska.” They will partner with Mark Waters and Jessica Tuchinsky, producers of the film “500 Days of Summer.”

Rebecca Thomas, known for directing 2012 “Electrick Children,” will serve as the film’s director as evident by a June 2015 announcement.

Casting for the film has commenced, but has not yet been finalized. Nicola Peltz and Charlie Rowe are being considered for the lead roles. Other contenders include Anya Taylor Joy, Imogen Waterhouse, Courtney Eaton for Alaska and Mitchell Hope for Miles.

Over 200 Michigan residents will be hired to assist with the film. “Looking for Alaska” will require approximately 1700 people to pose as extras. If you’re interested in applying, send your resume to lfafeature@ gmail.com.

Amy Reinhardt, amy. reinhardt@washburn.edu, is a senior mass media major.

Photos courtesy of Paramount Pictures and Penguin Publishing

Lauren Perry, sophomore radiology major.

“I have high expectations for the movie because the creators of ‘The Fault in Our Stars’ did a really good job capturing vital details and making the film relatable to everyone. If they can keep that up for ‘Looking for Alas- Ryan Kelly, junior ka’ I won’t be dis- marketing and international busiappointed.” ness major.

“I’m really excited about it. I read the book last summer so it’s fun to have the story come back to life again.”

Haley Stallbaumer, sophomore nursing major.

“My apprehensions about the film adaptation are similar to that of anyone else’s when a book is being made into a film–I worry that it will not follow the book as closely as I would like it to. Of course, his movies have always been well done so I’m not too worried about this adaptation.”

“I haven’t read the book yet, but I’m planning to.

I’m the kind of person who has to read the book before I watch the movie.”

BOD T H O U G H T S ON

JOHN GREEN

Jessi Williams, freshman marketing major.

Students score at ‘Trivia and Wings’

Brenden Williams

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Dine in and carry out, Visa and mastercard accepted

After adding two extra days to Thursday, Oct. 8, Washburn University Campus Activities Board hosted a “Trivia and Wings” event where students competed for prizes and snacked hot wings.

“Compete with your friends in trivia while enjoying fresh, hot wings. C’mon, why wouldn’t you go?” was the event reminder and description on the WUCAB’s Facebook page. At 7 p.m. on Thursday, students gathered in the Memorial Union to answer questions about Washburn’s history, competing for gift cards of varying restaurants and amount such as a $10 Subway gift card.

Teams were divided up depending on tables and each team given a chance to answer questions and rack up points.

They were asked questions

Photo by Brenden Williams

Chowing Down: Students answer and discuss trivia questions while enjoying some delicious wings in the Union Market in Memorial Union.

about Washburn’s history and they slowly started challenging the players, going from easy questions like “when was Washburn founded?” to “what was the homecoming theme in the year 1970?” Some questions even pertained to sports; “what was the football team’s record in 2014?”

Freshman Chris Gomez attended the event and although he did not try the wings, he had a fun time competing.

“It was pretty fun, I was kind of disappointed because some of the questions weren’t like history. They all pertained to the school, but I can understand that.”

Few people tried the wings (most had eaten beforehand) but Gomez said the competition was what he was there for.

Brenden Williams , brenden. williams@washburn.edu, is a freshman mass media major.

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Professional Instagram edits alter students’ perceptions Kenzie McCoy

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Famous supermodel and talk show host, Tyra Banks, revealed on her talkshow, The Fab, how to edit and touch-up Instagram photos before posting them on the popular photo app. This trend of editing and retouching photographs is no longer just a celebrity trend, but has influenced Instagram users around the world.

Banks showed the audience how to whiten teeth, make shoulders broader and slim the neck area using the FaceTune app. Obviously, Banks isn’t the only celebrity, or even normal person who enjoys making Instagram photos look more polished and professional. Today, seeing the #nofilter is a commodity due to the high popularity of retouching photos.

Today, while scrolling through Instagram, anyone might get the feeling of flipping through a magazine with the professional-looking,

altered photos that are being generated by family, fellow Washburn students and celebrities.

Ben Faires, sophomore mass media major, says he loves Instagram and often edits his photos to make viewers see what he wants them to see by adjusting the lighting, the frame and other variants in his photos.

“I think that celebrities, or people in the spotlight, will go in and touch up their own photos just because they are used to being seen in a certain light,” Faires said. “I think people here at Washburn probably go in and edit their photos on Instagram, but there might be one percent of the student population that actually goes in and uses another editing app.”

This revelation begs the question, does anyone really #nofilter their photos anymore? When celebrities use the hashtag and showcase their bare faces, it’s a social media sensation.

Tara Guinotte, junior occupation-

al therapy assistant major, sways towards the opposite direction and says she isn’t influenced by other people editing their Instagram photos and really does #nofilter on a regular basis.

“I don’t think [edited celebrity photos] impact me specifically because I’m not going to start editing my photos just because of celebrities,” Guinotte said. “When I look at Instagram I’m not expecting to look at magazine finishes and professional editing, I’m expecting to see everyday, real life pictures. I think especially for celebrities to do this that are seen as role models, it shows that their everyday lives are as glamorous as you see in the magazines.”

Kenzie McCoy, mckenzie. mccoy@washburn.edu, is a junior mass media major.

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Editing Craze: Left: Olivia Mayberry, sophomore undecided, and Taylor Schmidt, sophomore nursing major, check out posts on Instagram while grabbing dinner in the Union Market.

Fall break brings students relief and relaxation Amy Reinhardt

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After adding two extra days to their weekend for fall break, Washburn students arrived back to campus on Oct. 7 to take on the remainder of the semester.

Universities sponsor this break as a small relief for tests and projects deadlines. These few days away from campus allow students to revamp and relax before diving back into the last few months of the fall semester.

“I greatly appreciate that Washburn offers students a fall Photo by Lisa Herdman break; it allows for the fall seBack on campus: Left: Ryan Peroo, freshman accounting major, Jackson mester to fly by,” said Tori DaKirby, freshman economics major, and Aaron Ware, freshman criminal justice vis, senior marketing and manmajor, prepare to finish their first semester at Washburn with ease after agement major.

Some students seize the opreturning from fall break.

portunity to lie around and catch up on Netflix, while others visit family and friends or utilize the break for traveling.

“I went hiking in Colorado Springs and did some shopping in Denver,” said Mariana Yoshita, junior international business and marketing major.

“Fall break is definitely one of the most exciting parts of my semester.”

Not all students are like Yoshita. Gabriel Hillebert, sophomore business major, spent his time catching up on homework and relaxing with loved ones.

“I like that we have a fall break. It’s something to look forward to after all the stress of first exams and projects are over,” Hillebert said.

To most, fall break is too short

and appears to be a teaser compared to Thanksgiving and winter break. Now that classes are back in session most students do feel refreshed.

“I guess you could call what I feel ‘motivated’ or rather rested/relaxed enough to not want to skip the upcoming weeks’ classes,” said Andrew Fletcher, senior English major.

Fall break is strategically placed around this time in October to allow students a necessary rest halfway through the semester, similar to spring break.

“Coming back from break definitely helped me become more motivated, at least in the short term,” Hillebert said.

Amy Reinhardt, amy. reinhardt@washburn.edu, is a senior mass media major.

Female ‘Viagra’ drug sparks controversy on WU campus Hallee Haar

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Lady Viagra was recently given FDA approval, begging the question: Is this stamp of approval a good thing or a bad thing?

According to sciencemag.org, there is still research being conducted about the drug. There is no definite knowledge on the effects it has on the brain.

Even though the long-term effects are not currently known, the website mentions headaches, nausea and dizziness as side effects for the drug.

The drug works to increase

sex drive, or libido, in women.

Conducted studies have indicated that Lady Viagra increases the overall sex drive in users.

So the question remains: is this drug a good thing? Should women use this drug to increase their sex drive? Or should they accept their sex drive for what it is?

Due to involvement of the topic of sex, Lady Viagra is being deemed as a controversial product. Female Washburn students all have varying opinions regarding this drug’s usage.

Some students like Amber Owings, senior computer science major, think this drug is a

good idea.

“I guess if some people need it then by all means [use it],” Owings said.

Other students like Kelsey Johnson, freshman early education major, aren’t fans of the new drug.

“It just feels like it’s better if it’s just natural…I just don’t think it is healthy in the long run,” Johnson said.

Many students confessed to having never heard of the new drug. It’s hard to say whether this fact is tied to the drug’s recent FDA approval. It will be interesting to see how opinions on the drug change when factoring

in future attention and popularity levels.

Whether you hold a positive, negative or indifferent view, Lady Viagra is now back in the public’s eye and only time will

tell what will happen with this sex drive enhancer.

Hallee Haar, hallee.haar@ washburn.edu, is a freshman biology major.

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Honey Boo Boo song brings new popularity Amy Reinhardt

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After the two-year stint of “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo,” a show centered on the life of beauty pageant contestant Alana Thompson, TLC pulled the plug on the show after reports of her mother June’s relation with a convicted child mo-

lester.

The convicted molester, Mark Anthony McDaniel, Sr. is a registered sex offender in the Gerogia Sex Offender Registry for a March 2004 incident. June “Mama June” Shannon has denied all reports of her relationship with McDaniel.

Reports are under investigation, but the reality TV show’s next season is not in production. Originally aired on Aug. 8, 2012, the show released four seasons before its cancellation on Oct. 24, 2014. All episodes were filmed in McIntyre, Georgia.

“Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” showed Alana and her family’s daily life. In addition to her mother, June “Mama June” Shannon, the show featured her father, Mike “Sugar Bear” Thompson and her

three sisters: Lauryn “Pumpkin” Shannon, Jessica “Chubbs” Shannon and Anna “Chickadee” Shannon.

Since the show’s cancellation, Alana Thompson has released her first music video. The song titled “Movin’ Up” includes a rap and a dance she calls the “Honey Boo Boo Bop.” “I couldn’t even finish listening to the song; it was poorly written and annoying at best,” said Shelby Ferguson, junior exercise physiology major.

In the video you’ll witness Alana, age 10, dancing and rapping with singer/songwriter Adam Barta. Her mother, father and 16-yearold sister Lauryn Shannon also make cameos in the video.

“It made me laugh a little from

its awkwardness. I’m not sure if it’s a joke or real,” said Eric Bustillos, assistant physical therapy student.

It’s clear that although “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” was dismissed from TLC a year ago, Alana is working hard to keep herself fresh in the public’s minds with her single’s drop on Sept. 30.

Several of her rap’s lyrics, “Started out as a pageant queen/Then on TV doing my thing/Now movin’ up in the world/New fun times with my girls,” mimic her growth in fame and popularity.

“Honey Boo Boo Bop/Do the Honey Boo Boo Bop/Honey Boo Boo Bop/Do the Honey Boo Boo Bop” repeats several times during the chorus as you watch Alana, Adam Barta and her family dance to the catchy tune.

Despite the beauty pageant contestant being tone deaf, the song’s chorus could be the next viral sensation that will be stuck in the audience’s head whether they like it or not.

Much to the dismay of many, Alana Thompson’s “Movin’ Up” is currently available for purchase on iTunes.

“I think the video was stupidly funny. It’s definitely not something I would watch again and I have no idea why someone thought it was a good idea, but at least it gave me a good laugh,” said Breann Hill, junior mass media major.

Book looks very promising and its specs make it a very worthy competitor, but given the high price, we’ll have to wait and see how it will stand up against its rivals.” said Raju Thapaliya, freshman computer information science major.

The Surface Book also features a glass touchpad with multi-touch and backlit keys.

The hinge, with its flexible “dynamic fulcrum” design is one of the unique design elements. The surprise is that the screen pops off, making this a laptop-first hybrid, rather than the Surface Pro 4, which is a tablet-first hybrid.

It is equipped with a 5-megapixel front-facing Windows Hello face-authentication camera to unlock the laptop, plus an 8-megapixel rear camera that can record 1080p HD video.

“We’re relentless,” Panay said. “Satya pushes us to be growth hackers. We can’t just stop. We need a fleet.”

According to the company, it’s an all-around premium device and the fastest 13-inch “laptop –tablet.” Microsoft is taking a direct shot at Apple’s MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models, promising better battery life, power and gaming and video performance.

“I think that Microsoft Sur-

face Book, with all its new features, will make normal PC usage a lot better than what we are currently getting even from the premium manufacturers like Apple and Dell,” said Pratity Joshy, liberal studies graduate student.

To provide proof for this, Panay did a live demo showcasing its strength in an area where Apple’s laptops fall behind PC counterparts: gaming. He played Microsoft’s upcoming “Gears of War” while simultaneously using video editing software.

Microsoft claims the Surface Book’s battery can last for 12 hours while playing video.

When the lid is closed, the battery won’t be drained, so the tablet can last several days on a single charge with minimal usage.

The 128 GB model costs $1,499, while the 1TB option increases to $2,699. The lower-end model doesn’t have the NVIDIA GPU, which reduces the cost.

The Surface Book is now available for pre-order with the model being released later this month.

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Comic of the Year” in 2012, as well the “MTV Africa Music Award for Personality of the Year” in 2015, an award he was also nominated for in 2014.

On Sept. 28, 2015, Noah started his tenure for “The Daily Show” and critics of the show have had mixed feelings. Some say he was off to a rough start because he was not the type of host the show was used to with Jon Stewart at the helm, while some say he did well in creating a new personality for the long running Comedy Central show.

Frequent viewer of “The Daily Show,” freshman Carl Schmitthenner, compared Noah to Jon Stewart, the former host: “I think that he’s very funny, and he’s got some nice views on the U.S.,” said Schmitthenner, referring to his South African upbringing and his past in comedy. “He’s not as good as Jon Stewart, but he’s a really good replacement.”

“I think he should try to make his own version, try to make something new with it and not copy Jon Stewart, because you can’t be somebody who you’re not.”

Brenden Williams, brenden. williams@washburn.edu, is a freshman mass media major.

Amy Reinhardt, amy. reinhardt@washburn.edu, is a senior mass media major.

Microsoft releases iPad rival Trevor Noah to host

Sarbottam Bhagat

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Microsoft launched its two new Lumia smartphones, announced its new Surface Pro 4 and unveiled its first laptop the Surface Book on Oct. 6 in New York City.

“This is the ultimate laptop,” said Panos Panay, Microsoft Surface leader.

The Surface Book has a 13.5 inch diagonal PixelSense, 3,000 x 2,000 pixel display, 6 million pixels at 267 pixels per inch and weighs 3.34 pounds with a detachable keyboard. These features put this product in direct competition with Apple’s MacBook Air and the Microsoft partners who make the lightweight laptops called ultrabooks. The screen supports touch and gives users the ability to write on it with the Surface Pen. “The new Microsoft Surface

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Sarbottam Bhagat, sarbottam. bhagat@washburn.edu, is a graduate student studying for his masters in business administration

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As Jon Stewart aired his final episode as “The Daily Show” host, Trevor Noah stepped on stage appearing to take measurements for his new desk, his new show, and preparing to make a new legacy for the Comedy Central hit with him as the star.

Jon Stewart aired his final episode after almost 17 years of roasting politicians and other world leaders. The person to gain the opportunity was the 31-year-old South African comedian and actor Trevor Noah, who was well known on the show because he was a contributor for the show since 2014.

Noah was well known from a soap opera he acted in at the age of 18 called “Insidingo.”

His career then moved to radio with his own show “Noah’s Ark.” Over the course of his career, Noah also hosted dancing shows, dating games and reality shows as well as performed stand-up comedy and acted in shows both in the United States as well as his native country.

Noah’s notable awards were winning the “South African Comics’ Choice Award for

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Topeka hosts its fourth annual Dia de los Meurtos art fair

Lisa Herdman

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The Topeka Dia de los Muertos Festival is bringing live music, art, food, face painting and some of Topeka’s handmade and vintage vendors for its fourth annual art fair every Friday in October at the NOTO Artsplace.

Each day of the festival offers different events and entertainment. Some events sponsored by the festival will be held at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Mulvane Art Museum, Sabatini Art Gallery and the Kansas Historical Society.

The events taking place outside of the Artsplace include workshops, art displays, crafts and family days to bring children. The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library offers story-time and crafts for children on Oct. 24 to learn about the Day of the Dead and to get involved in projects with the family.

The art fair in the NOTO Artsplace offers a venue for vendors around Topeka to come and sell their items. On Oct. 10 the festival held a street fair; vendors in tents lined the streets of NOTO Arts District offering many products, including jewelry, art and food. A few vendors offered face paint and balloon animals.

Vendors included handmade items like those of Dreamy Designs by Jessica Reedy, P’s and Q’s, Sam Gomez Wood Carvings and crafts by Tina DeLaRosa. These booths sold bracelets, scarves, wooden fixtures, aprons and canvas bags.

Multiple food carts were present at the festival, and one stand

Photo by Lisa Herdman

Face Painting: People enjoy variety of colorful and festive stations, including for face painting. Skulls are a traditional symbol of Dia de los Muertos.

cooked meat out of a giant metal grill. A separate area was set aside to eat at tables.

“It’s my first time at the Dia de los Muertos Festival, and I didn’t know what to expect,” said Mary Bond, the owner of Hot Diggity Food Cart. “The festival is so colorful, and it looks like a lot of people are bringing their families. I think there will be a good turnout today.”

Families with children could participate in the “Kid Zone," an alley decorated with tables

full of crafts and activities. One stand let children “fish” with a fishing pole for prizes.

The main attraction at the festival was the stage, set up for multiple bands and performers to entertain. Bands sang songs representing the Day of the Dead and its importance. About 50 chairs were set up to seat an audience, and let them talk to and interact with performers.

The event is hosted by Tonantzin Society, and includes multiple sponsors, including Cox, Bartlett and West, Secu-

rity Benefit, Kansas Historical Society, Heartland Visioning and the Washburn Mulvane Art Museum.

Scott Magnet Dual Language School hosted a table selling confetti eggs, or what are known as "cascarones."

“There are just so many vendors set up today, I can’t wait to take a look around,” said Veronica Fierro, the representative for Scott Magnet Dual Language School. “I think this is a great place for families. There is so much to do.”

Fierro said this was her first time at the Day of the Dead Festival. The dual language school she represents wants to teach children to appreciate what the Day of the Dead really represents: remembering family members that have passed away.

Lisa Herdman, lisa.herdman@ washburn.edu, is a junior English and mass media double major.

WU presents the beautifully intimate opera ‘The Medium’

Andrew Shermoen

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Chamber operas can be very enjoyable. Their intimate setting allows for close viewing, relaxed set pieces and intimate connection with the actors' faces. The actors can emote without having to gesture in large fashion to their audience, and the music is all the more intense due to the proximity. "The Medium" is not only a wonderful production from the Washburn Opera Studio and its faithful leader Professor Andrea Garritano, but it also simultaneously surrounds you with beautiful music and a wonderful story.

The cast is professional and intriguing in their respective roles. The smaller characters of the opera portrayed by Mary Stithem, Caleb Marcus, and Jo-

sey Trimble all do great jobs despite having brief appearances.

Brett Larimore’s mute character is particularly well-portrayed through a mix of clever facial cues and distinct body language.

Clare Bryan’s portrayal of Monica is wonderful as she perfectly transitions from scenes of joy to scenes of fear, and her singing voice is particularly impressive.

Brianne Stewart carries the opera with her wonderful portrayal of Madame Flora, a character that I initially despised but was captivated by due to her interesting characterization. On top of that, Stewart’s contralto voice is transcendent and works very well for the character she is portraying.

As for the setting it is enjoyably simple and very intimate, which adds to how captivating the events are as they unfold.

It felt as though I was crouching outside a window spying at the mysterious people in Flora’s house and the odd people who visited her. It almost felt like I was thrust into a secret that I should not have been hearing.

All of this made the opera more captivating and interesting.

This was my first experience of a Washburn Opera Studio performance and I was incredibly impressed. All I know is that there are several professionals involved in these productions, and they do an amazing job. I will be attending whatever they plan to do in the future, and you should too.

Photo courtesy of Bri Stewart

Very Superstitious: (From left to right.) Brianne Stewart, Clare Bryan, Caleb Marcus, and Josey Trimble pose after their first production of "The Medium" with the Washburn Opera Studio.

Andrew Shermoen, andrew. shermoen@washburn.edu, is a sophomore secondary English education major.

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Tensions run sky high during ‘The Walk’ Colleen Kelly

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Vertigo is a very real thing while watching “The Walk.” Set in 1970s Paris and New York, this film follows the true story of Philippe Petit, the famed french street performer, as he conspired to walk a high-wire between the twin towers of the World Trade Center. This venture being highly illegal, the stakes were high for Petit and his accomplices in this elaborately conceived venture.

Right off the bat, let me urge you to see this in 3D. This film was one of those few times where it truly added something to the experience. In the opening scene, the audience is confronted with Petit (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) standing atop the Statue of Liberty, narrating the story. That was the first of many times that my palms were sweaty while watching him pull a stunt in an incredibly high place. I didn’t particularly see that aspect as necessary, though. A voice over would have sufficed, whereas seeing him standing there

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reminiscing felt like it was purely for the shock value previously mentioned. Not a major flaw, but it noticeably stuck out.

The cinematography was gorgeous.

The final third of this movie was the actual walk across the towers, and the CGI employed there was equal parts captivating and terrifying. Each lap Petit made across the high-wire had me white-knuckling my armrest from suspense.

Gordon-Levitt wonderfully portrayed

a man possessed by a dream. His french accent was spot on for the non-traditional accent of the real life Petit.

There was so much anticipation in this story. It felt like a heist movie, what with the countless hours Petit and company spent meticulously planning how they would break into the building and assemble the high-wire without getting caught by construction crew or police. There were times when he lost me, where all of the risks didn’t seem worth it for the

phans. The ship takes him to Neverland, where he meets Blackbeard (Hugh Jackman), the cruel leader of the pirates. Peter is forced to mine for fairy dust, and it is during his servitude that he meets James Hook (Garrett Hedland). With the help of Hook and his friend Smee (Adeel Akhtar), Peter escapes the mine and is taken to the natives of the island, where Princess Tiger Lily (Rooney Mara) tells him of the prophecy about a boy who will fly.

Let’s get one thing straight: If your movie doesn’t have comprehensible rules, then your movie is doomed to fail.

Sometimes in a film you have to suspend your disbelief to accept the rules of the world. In “Star Wars,” several masters have control over a mysterious presence known as The Force, and it is set up perfectly. We see it work within consistent rules without clunky exposition and it just makes sense. Don’t ask me to sit down in the theater after already enduring 40 minutes of drivel and terrible acting to hear Tiger Lily say “The mermaids can store memories in the water,” and expect me to accept that.

The mermaids can store memories in the water because it was convenient at the moment in the story, and it didn’t feel natural at all.

On top of a lack of plausible rules, the performances are terrible, especially Levi Miller’s portrayal of Peter, which was whiney and unappealing. Garrett Hedland’s Hook was confusing, it was difficult to get a grasp on what he was trying to do with that character adaptation.

Rooney Mara does a fine job with what she is given, but her character’s choices did not feel weighted and are mostly nonsensical. Hugh Jackman was surprisingly frightening as Blackbeard, but his character didn’t have nearly enough to do. Speaking of people in this movie with nothing to do, Amanda Seyfried and Cara Delevingne. Why were two wellknown, high-profile actresses portraying characters that had no purpose in this film?

Seyfried has a few lines, but it ultimately amounts to nothing, and Delevingne has no lines. She plays one of the mermaids whose presence in this film was ultimately useless.

Thank goodness there wasn’t a lot of dialogue because this film’s dialogue was so basic and predictable that it was painful to listen to. The actors didn’t even have witty lines to save them from their flat, boring characters.

If I could find something positive to say, it would be that most of the visuals are quite impressive. The flying ships making sharp turns and diving amongst the environment around them is actually a very intriguing sight. However, whenever Peter flies, they simply paste his head on an animated body of the same hideous quality of “I Am Legend.”

sense of accomplishment alone. The story eventually got back on track, but for over an hour of anticipation and merely talking about the event in question, it was hard to keep up the enthusiasm.

So while there was a very long drum roll that dragged and a strange choice in narrative vehicle, the story’s payoff was stellar. Gordon-Levitt did a great job in such an intensely physical and emotional role. “The Walk” was shot and directed with obvious reverence to the twin towers and their history, and the digitally replicated towers and New York skyline were a thing of beauty. Fair warning: your stomach is guaranteed a few backflips.

Colleen Kelly, colleen.kelly@ washburn.edu, is a secondary English education major.

'Pan' is a colorful, strange disappointment Andrew Shermoen

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If “Pan” has anything that can be praised it is that the visual design of this film is very appealing, albeit with a few visual effects that look about as poorly animated as The Scorpion King in “The Mummy Returns.” The rest of “Pan” is a jumble of poor acting, lack of logic, a boring universe, poorly written dialogue and people chanting Nirvana lyrics for some odd reason.

One night a woman named Mary (Amanda Seyfried) leaves a baby on the doorstep of an orphanage leaving a small necklace that resembles a pan flute. This boy’s name is Peter (Levi Miller), and his life in the orphanage is far from comfortable, as he is constantly mistreated by the nuns. Late one night a group of pirates comes through London on a flying ship and captures Peter and several other or-

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Pan is not a good movie, in fact it’s probably the worst movie I’ve seen this year (I avoided “Fantastic Four” and “Pixels” like the plague). Do yourself a favor and skip it. The acting is weak, the dialogue even weaker and the movie makes absolutely no sense. Save your money and go see “Sicario,” “The Martian” or “The Walk” instead.

Andrew Shermoen, andrew. shermoen@washburn.edu, is a secondary English education major.

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Washburn spirit students of the week

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Cole Lehwald is a freshman business major.

Q: How do you feel about Homecoming week here at Washburn?

A: “I feel that it’s going to be a week full of spirit and excitement. I’m excited to watch sports and cheer on the athletes as they prepare for their games and I know the student body is ready, too.”

Q: How do you think the football team is going to do against Emporia?

A: “I think they will have a good matchup. I know Emporia

will come out with a mindset to beat us, but I think we are going to come out early and give it to them.”

Q: What do you like about Washburn athletics?

A: “I like Washburn athletics because we are successful and it makes it more enjoyable when there is more pride and support for it.”

Q: What is your favorite sport to watch at Washburn and why?

A: “I know there is support for each sport, but the one I like hearing and supporting right now would be football. There is so much dedication with the football players when you see them working their butts off to get better everyday in the gym and see them at practice twice a day in the 80 degree weather. But it’s not just practices, it’s the after hours that they get prepared to give it all they got each and every game so they can bring the excitement to their fans and we can enjoy a good

football game.”

Q: Do you have an athletic background?

A: “Yes, I have played basketball, football and baseball. I did basketball all throughout high school, football until my freshman year and baseball until my sophomore year.”

Q: Who is your favorite athlete at Washburn University?

A: “My favorite Washburn athlete is linebacker, DeJuan Gardenhire, because he has a cool blue head band and slides.”

Q: Who is your favorite pro athlete?

A: “My favorite pro athlete is

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Photo by Jordyn Wells

Tyler Weishaar is a freshman sports management major.

Michael Ohre.”

Q: How do you feel about Homecoming week here at Washburn?

A: “I think that with all of the different events and activities going on, it will be a busy and fun-filled week ahead.”

Q:How do you think the football team is going to do against Emporia?

A: “I predict that they are going to win. They are an impressive team this year with close

losses to good teams and a victory over the prestige Pitt State University.”

Q: What is your favorite sport to watch at Washburn and why?

A: “Football for sure because I grew up loving the sport. I played it almost my whole life.

It’s the best sport ever to participate in or to watch, in my opinion.”

Q: Do you have an athletic background?

A: “Yes, I participated in football since I was in fourth grade, basketball for one year, track for three years, and tennis for two.”

Q: Who is your favorite athlete at Washburn University?

A: “My favorite athlete at Washburn is Ricardo Olivieri because he’s huge and I have a class with him.”

Q: Who is your favorite pro athlete?

A: “My favorite pro athlete is Tyler Lockett.”

On the road games push volleyball’s record to 18-2 Adrianne Lara

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Ranked No. 12, Washburn volleyball hit the road this weekend, traveling to games at the University of Nebraska-Kearney and Fort Hays State.

The team took its second loss on Friday to No. 16 UNK. “We all are using the loss to motivate us and better prepare for every team,” said junior libero, Alyssa Carney.

“We are always going to get everyone’s best shot and we have to be ready no matter who is on the other side,” Carney said.

The Ichabods were off to a rocky start, ultimately loosing the game (25-23, 25-19, 25-23).

Key players included Leanna Willer taking 13 kills and

13 digs. Taylor Selk had 11 kills herself with Sarah Vicory having eight, along with four blocks.

Washburn came back with a strong 3-1 win against FHSU on Saturday in Hays, Kansas.

After falling behind in the first set with a loss 14-25, Washburn would fire back in the second set with a kill from Selk resluting in a 6-1 run that would win the set 25-17.

With one win each, and up 1411 in the third set, Willer put in two back-to-back kills to close the set with Washburns second win, 25-17.

The fourth and final set started with a 10-4 lead by Washburn.

FHSU would fight back, taking the score to 18-16.

Selk hit one of seven kills to start a four point run, taking the

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Spiking Down: Junior middle hitter Sarah Vicory takes the set to a kill at Nebraksa-Kearney. The game ended in a loss for the Ichabods, 0-3. score to 23-17.

With both teams on edge, Washburn was able to climb to the win, taking the game 25-19.

Liz Powell was named the Hyvee Student Athlete of the week. Powell averaged 11 assists per set with an overall total of 110.

From the past week, Powell had 26 digs, three block assists and four kills.

Washburn was also ranked 15th in the most recent American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Top 25 Poll.

The poll is based on statitics of each week’s contests. The next poll will be released Monday, Oct. 19.

Head coach Chris Herron discussed what he thought was the

greatest strength of this season’s players.

“Our team transition has been really good this season. That is due to the fact that we have been able to play fairly good defense,” said Herron.

The Ichabods will stay at home for their next battle against the Northwest Missouri State University Bearcats in

18-2

Lee Arena. The game is set for 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16.

“Northwest is the team in the MIAA that has made the most improvement from last year to this season. They will be an outstanding opponent,” said Herron.

Washburn will stay home for the following three games, with their second game of this coming weekend versus the Missouri Western State University Griffons on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 3 p.m.

Adrianne Lara, adrianne. lara@washburn.edu, is a sophomore mass media major.

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Washburn takes third season loss to Central Missiouri Mules Damion Butler

WASHBURN REVIEW

Washburn took their second straight loss Saturday against the University of Central Missouri in the MIAA TV game of the week.

The Ichabod’s displayed a lackluster performance in the third quarter only averaging seven points in three games.

Also, in the past three games, the team totaled 22 penalties for 216 yards.

“We have to take advantage of all our opportunities and execute our performance in the second half, we have to stay focus and it starts in practice,” said

3-3 Anthony Daniels, junior wide receiver.

The Ichabods trailed early in the first half, but before the trail the offense made an early statement, as Derek McGinnis sliced the secondary and hit Anthony Daniels for a 34-yard touchdown pass. The drive went 11 plays for 68 yards.

After exchanging punts, the mules scored on a 1-yard touchdown pass from Garrett Fugate to Ian Tolson.

The drive went 11 plays for 87 yards with three minutes left to play in the first quarter.

The Mules aggressively handled business by Fugate scoring his second touchdown on a 1-yard rushing touchdown leading 14-7.

In first play of the second drive, the Mules regained possession by forcing a fumble starting at Washburn’s 34-yard line.

The drive ended in a 29-yard field goal attempt by Billy Greco advancing the lead to 17-7.

Washburn was forced to punt once again after the Mule’s field goal.

The defense stepped up by Alec Steuber forcing a fumble and allowing the Ichabods to have a fresh pair of downs.

With five minutes left before half time, the Ichabods drove 11 plays for 59 yards to cut the lead 17-14 by a one-yard rush from Derek McGinnis.

The Mules continued to pound the ball into the end zone and Garret Fugate earned his second touchdown run of the day giving the Mules a comfortable 24-14 lead before half.

“Our defense is great defense we just need to be fundamentally sound and focused. It’s mid-season; we know what we need to work on and practice plays a vital role to get back to winning.” said Jaime Myers, senior defensive back.

In the second half the Ichabods defense struggled to contain the scrambling quarterback Fugate as he earned another touchdown scoring on a 30-yard read option play that increased

Photo by Scott Stormann

Pass: Junior quarterback Derek McGinnis throws downfield in Saturdays football battle against the Central Missiouri Mules. The game ended with a 28-38 loss for Washburn.

the lead to 31-14.

“We need to make defensive adjustments and knock him around early so he doesn’t want to run the ball as much,” said Peter Pfannenstiel, defensive back.

“I think we have to get back to the basics and come together as a team and learn from these losses,” Pfannestiel said.

When the spark got diffused, Derek McGinnis lit it back up throwing a 26-yard touchdown

pass to Jake Horner to reduce the lead by 10 in a 21-31 battle with 8:05 left in the third quarter.

The Mules continued to apply pressure with 10:24 left to play with running back Markel Smith scoring on a 3-yard rushing touchdown improving the score 38-21 with an early victory lead.

The Ichabods scored with 2:06 seconds left on the clock, ending the game with McGinnis hooking back up with Anthony

Daniels for a 30-yard touchdown pass.

However, this was not enough to overcome Central Missouri, losing 38-28.

The Ichabods will be traveling to action for Saturday’s showdown to face Missouri Western in St. Joseph, Missouri at Spratt Stadium at 2 p.m.

Northwest Missouri tied up the game 10 minutes into the second half with a free kick off of a foul, 50 yards out from the goal.

Four yellow cards were issued during the game, two for Washburn and two for Northwest Missouri.

Morgan El-Attrache earned hers during the second half, and Bailey Wobig earned hers attempting to win the game during the second overtime.

Some could argue that because both of the game’s goals were scored off of fouls, the game was largely driven by the calls of the referee.

“Sometimes the ball just didn’t bounce our way and some of the calls just went missing. Both teams were playing really hard and the referee kind of let the fouls dictate the game. It just happens,” said head coach Chris Jones.

“We fought till the very end, it was just unfortunate that we couldn’t pull it off,” said Jones.

Washburn soccer will next play an away game at Missouri Southern State University on Thursday Oct. 15.

Dylan McManis, dylan. mcmanis@washburn.edu, is a freshman English major.

Damion Butler, damion. butler@washburn.edu, is a senior mass media major.

Soccer takes their first undefeated weekend in stride Dylan McManis

WASHBURN REVIEW

On the weekend of Oct. 9 and Oct. 11,Washburn soccer accomplished their first undefeated weekend in the past year.

On Friday Oct. 9, Washburn defeated Missouri Western

3-6-3 State University 1-0.

Freshman forward, Ellie Karloff scored the singular winning goal 17 minutes into the game off of a corner, having been assisted by Cadence Bourne and Sara Specht.

Two yellow cards were issued in this game against

Washburn, one on Michelle Keleher and the other on Rachel Kulhanek.

“It was my first goal so it was very exciting. I just thought that I had to get my head down and get it in there.

I just had to strike it and get it in there,” Karloff said.

“We fought really hard and I know I couldn’t have done it without the team.”

Sunday Oct. 11, Washburn went to a tie in double overtime with Northwest Missouri State University 1-1.

Washburn’s Emily Stauffer scored off of a penalty kick, marking Stauffer’s second goal for the season 26 minutes into the game. However,

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