THURSDAY, VOLUME 89 SEPTEMBER 2, 2021THE ITHACAN ISSUE 2 ACCURACY • INDEPENDENCE • INTEGRITY Ithaca College students react to return to normal

BY JILLIAN BLEIER experiencing symptoms can go to the Ham- mond Health Center for a COVID-19 test, Ithaca College has gradually returned Samm Swarts, assistant director of Emergency to in-person classes and normal dining ser- Preparedness and Response in the Office of vices, but reinstated mask wearing indoors Public Safety and Emergency Management, for Fall 2021, sparking controversy among said via email. Employees who are vaccinated some students. and experiencing symptoms should look for The college began welcoming students testing at the mall site or through their reg- and faculty back to campus Aug. 10 for the ular healthcare provider, he said via email. fall semester and for in-person classes with Mask Reaction few health and safety guidelines still in place. Students have expressed a variety of re- In order to return to campus, all students sponses to the college’s decision to reinstate were required to be fully vaccinated for its indoor mask policy for the fall semester. COVID-19. Excluding medical and religious “We anticipated a mixed reaction,” Swarts exemptions, 99% of the student population said via email. “Overall, the response has been is fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Faculty mostly positive.” and staff are not required to be vaccinated. Tompkins County is currently experienc- In a July 30 email to the campus com- ing a drastic increase in COVID-19 cases. munity, the college said mask wearing is There were 30 new positives Aug. 30 and a required indoors for all individuals, regard- total of 253 active cases. Active cases rose less of vaccination status. The college had above 100 for the first time since April on previously relaxed its mask policy for those Aug. 13. who submitted proof of vaccination in July. The last time the county had more than Ithaca College is currently at alert lev- 200 active cases was between December 2020 el green. Students, faculty and staff at the and February 2021. Many Ithaca College college are only required to participate in students took to Twitter to express their surveillance testing if they are not fully vacci- dissatisfaction with the college’s Ithaca College has relaxed some COVID-19 guidelines, like social distancing requirements nated. The college currently has eight active lack of surveillance testing for and mask wearing outdoors, but continues to have an indoor mask wearing policy. student cases and five active employee cases. BRENDAN IANNUCCI/THE ITHACAN Any student who is vaccinated and MASKS, PAGE 4 Retired professor and leader COVID-19 cases rise of IC trombone troupe dies in local community

BY SYD PIERRE BY CAITLIN HOLTZMAN requiring surveillance testing for Harold Reynolds, recently Tompkins County is current- vaccinated students. retired trombone professor in ly reporting a dramatic rise in The Tompkins County Health the Department of Music Per- COVID-19 cases. However, Itha- Department (TCHD) released a formance at Ithaca College, ca College has not said if it will statement Aug. 31 regarding the died unexpectedly. re-implement surveillance testing increase in cases. Reynolds’ death was for vaccinated students, despite Frank Kruppa, Tompkins Coun- announced to the campus com- student concerns. ty public health director, said in munity Aug. 30 through an Tompkins County reported the statement that the county is Intercom post. 130 new positive COVID-19 cases continuing to urge residents to wear Reynolds worked at the college Aug. 31. The county also broke two a mask, get vaccinated for for 33 years and served as the ad- COVID-related records Aug. 31. COVID-19 and get tested. viser for the Trombone Troupe, the Tompkins County recorded the Kruppa also stated that there is a college’s trombone choir. most active cases and new positives high vaccination rate at the colleges The post stated that Reyn- in one day. There are currently 368 in the county. olds was a beloved colleague, active cases in the county. Pre- Ithaca College is report- teacher and friend, and viously, the highest number of ing 99% of all students are that the college will be offering From left, Jason Macy ‘03 and Harold Reynolds, recently retired active cases was 330 Jan. 8 vaccinated, Cornell University is support services for the and the previous highest num- reporting 95% of its on-campus campus community. professor in the Department of Music Performance at the college. COURTESY OF TIM SMITH ber of new positives in one population is vaccinated and “Currently, work is underway day was 62 cases reported Tompkins Cortland Community with campus partners on sup- available through the Ithaca Col- Spiritual Life has a website Aug. 28. College is requiring vaccines for ports for students, faculty and staff lege Center for Counseling and dedicated to grief resources. Ithaca College currently all students. who need space for feelings of Psychological Services (CAPS) by The post also stated that in- has eight active student cas- Kruppa said many of the new loss and grief, and to hon- calling (607) 274-3136. formation on any funeral or es — six residential and two cases are coming from close contacts, or Professor Reynolds,” the Faculty and staff at the col- memorial services will be shared off-campus students. which is defined as spending more post stated. “More informa- lege can access the counseling with the campus community when There are five active staff cases. than 10 minutes within six feet of a tion will be shared as soon as it services of the Employee Assis- it becomes available. Cornell University reported 56 pos- positive individual. becomes available.” tance Program (EAP) by calling itives Aug. 29, 57 positives Aug. 28 “As people resume their normal Support services for stu- 1-800-327-2255. and 44 positives Aug. 27. CONTACT SYD PIERRE COVID, PAGE 4 dents at the college are The Office of Religious and [email protected] Ithaca College is not currently

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BY SYD PIERRE in the community. Ithaca College has welcomed its “The vision of the PA program inaugural cohort of students into its is to create competent healthcare newly created Master of Science in providers that are leaders through Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Pro- service to others employing inno- gram for the fall semester. vative tools and resources to meet Offered by the college’s School the needs of the community and of Health Sciences and Human Per- increase the diversity of the health- formance (HSHP), the PA program care profession by continuing to was officially launched in Spring recruit a diverse class reflecting our 2021 and has received provisional patient populations,” Salahshor said accreditation from the Accreditation via email. Review Commission on Education Kari Brossard Stoos, associate for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) professor and associate chairper- and approval from the New York son for the Department of Health State Education Department, ac- Promotion and Physical Education, cording to an announcement from said she thinks the program will the college. help evolve the interprofessional The program is 27 months education opportunities offered by long and is designed for college the college. Offered by Ithaca College’s School of Health Sciences and Human Performance, the graduate Physician Assistant graduates interested in pursuing “The PA program adds new di- program launched in Spring 2021. It welcomed its first cohort of 30 students for the fall semester. health careers. mension and supports the goals COURTESY OF THE ITHACA COLLEGE PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT PROGRAM PAs are medical profession- of interprofessional education by Association (PAEA), on average, ap- of which was based on the applicants’ Latinx and a Person of Color,” Avery als who often act as a principal bringing in additional members and plicants to PA programs had applied experiences working with minority Maciel said via email. “Addition- health-care provider in collabora- perspectives to the teams,” Bros- for 2.2 years before being accepted. populations, the medically under- ally, I am the first in my family tion with physicians for patients, the sard Stoos said via email. “I think “There is a lot more work that served, and rural communities. to attend graduate school and announcement stated. this program will reinforce IC as a needs to get done in terms of in- “I’m not sure what the future where I grew up it is statistically The first cohort consists of 30 top destination for educating future creasing the number of black and holds for me, but I do know that unlikely for someone to even go students and classes will continue professionals in public health and brown PAs and to dismantle the ob- eventually, I do want to return to my to college.” to expand until the program is at its health care because of the inter- stacles that challenge many of them hometown in The Bronx and give Christina Minenna, first year PA full capacity of 50 students per co- professional approach to teaching to be in such positions, but our co- back to my community and serve student, said she wants to focus on hort, the announcement stated. and learning.” hort is a very diverse one and we minority/underserved populations,” becoming an equitable and compas- Dr. Susan Salahshor, assistant Tynesha Taylor, first year PA stu- are a wonderful group of learners,” Taylor said via email. sionate healthcare provider. professor and founding program dent, said there are many barriers Taylor said via email. Jacob Avery Maciel, first year PA “To me, this involves learning director of the PA program, said that prevent Black, Indigenous Taylor noted that the program student, said they hope to inspire how to constantly be conscious of the PA program fits into Ithaca people of color students from ap- puts emphasis on serving minori- other Latinx and people of color to how a person’s health may be im- Forever — the five-year strategic plying to PA programs and that PA ty and underserved populations, become PAs. pacted by a multitude of factors plan created by former President programs in general are very hard to which is an area she said she is per- “Being a second-generation that goes beyond their physiological Shirley M. Collado — because it get into. sonally very passionate about. Mestizo (Mixed) Mexican-American, makeup,” Minenna said via email. supports HSHP’s priority to expand According to a 2020 report done She said the application for the this was an amazing opportunity to the interprofessional teams available by the Physician Assistant Education program required two essays — one take part of history as being both CONTACT SYD PIERRE [email protected] Alumni make new portal for complaints Cornish enters

BY CAITLIN HOLTZMAN new role at IC

Ithaca College Alumni Against Austerity BY CAITLIN HOLTZMAN (ICAAA) announced Aug. 25 that it is gather- ing complaints against the Senior Leadership The Ithaca College Board of Trustees Team (SLT) and the Ithaca College Board welcomed La Jerne Cornish to the posi- of Trustees regarding the way the Academ- tion of interim president for the 2021–22 ic Program Prioritization (APP) process has academic year in an Aug. 30 email to the been handled. campus community. The ICAAA was formed in response to Cornish’s term began Aug. 30 and for- the 116 full-time equivalent (FTE) faculty mer President Shirley M. Collado moves to positions and 26 programs, departments the position of senior advisor to the interim and majors that were cut due to the APP pro- president and the board of trustees. The cess. In a post on its social media, the group board also thanked Collado for her four-year stated that it is concerned with a number of tenure as president. issues at the college, including declining “Dr. Cornish is poised and prepared to enrollment numbers and the possibility of continue the incredible work already un- fiscal mismanagement. derway at the college, and we reaffirm the The group created an anonymous portal for board’s utmost confidence in her ability to From left, Dave Lissy ‘87, chair of the Ithaca College Board of Trustees and Jim No- current and former faculty, staff and students successfully and seamlessly lead IC during this lan ‘77, vice chairman of the Ithaca College Board of Trustees, speak at a meeting to submit testimony and complaints against Oct. 25, 2019. academic year,” said David Lissy ’87, the board of trustees and administration re- ANA MANIACI MCGOUGH/THE ITHACAN chair of the board of trustees, and Jim No- garding any possible fiscal mismanagement, lan ’77, vice chair of the board of trustees, in excessive compensation or incompetence, “I think because we’re considered some- how the board is selected in the future.” the email. for example. what neutral as alumni — in terms of being Dave Maley, director of public relations, In an email to the campus community CONTACT SYD PIERRE [email protected] ICAAA also said in its post that it is looking disconnected from the current ongoing said members of the college community Aug. 30, Cornish said the strategic plan, Itha- for evidence that the board of trustees and for- politics and the institution — people felt should be aware of the different ways they ca Forever, emphasizes that students are the mer President Shirley M. Collado engaged in somewhat more comfortable sharing with us can report alleged wrongdoings or viola- college’s “why.” wrongdoings at the college. stories, like personal stories,” she said. tions of college policy. Cornish also said she understands that Collado had previously said she took a sal- Greg Peterson ’09 said he hopes that the “First and foremost is the EthicsPoint some changes over the past year have ary cut, but has refused to disclose her salary, portal will allow ICAAA to be able to hold the portal, which provides a simple way ‘to been difficult. despite multiple requests from The Ithacan. board of trustees accountable. anonymously and confidentially report ac- She mentioned the college’s work to re- Sara-Maria Sorentino ’08 said she and some “It’s hard to look at the past five years and tivities that may involve criminal, unethical align the size of the faculty and programs to other alumni had heard complaints regarding see in what ways has the board made positive or otherwise inappropriate activity or be- meet the number of students at the college. Collado and the board of trustees from former decisions,” Peterson said. “I think this is a way mentors, like professors, they knew at the col- to hold them accountable and maybe even CONTACT CAITLIN HOLTZMAN CONTACT CAITLIN HOLTZMAN lege regarding the college’s administration. get some fundamental structural change in [email protected] [email protected] 4 | NEWS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

FROM MASKS, PAGE 1 vaccinated students. Faculty finalize Barstool Ithaca posted July 30 following the email update ask- ing students what they felt about ICC revisions the policy. The post received BY SYD PIERRE 73 comments from students ex- pressing why the college should Ithaca College’s Committee on College- or should not require masks. Wide Requirements (CCR) has finalized Junior Meredith Robbins its faculty vote on the final proposal for commented, “Getting to take the Integrative Core Curriculum (ICC) off your mask as a ‘reward’ for Revision and submitted it to the Academic getting vaccinated was/is not the Policies Committee (APC) on Aug. 27. point.” She said in an interview The finalized proposal recommends six with The Ithacan that she was revisions to the current ICC curriculum: not surprised about the college’s eliminating the current e-portfolio decision given the delta variant. and complementary liberal arts (CLA) “Why would I want to get requirements; adding a new one-course COVID?” she said. “Even if it’s integrative engagement (IE) requirement; allowing departments and degree not that bad, it still means I have Ithaca College students working in the library. The college has relaxed some of its COVID-19 guidelines programs the option to specify one of the to quarantine, still means I’m at including capacity limits. However, community members are still required to wear masks when indoors. perspectives — creative arts, humanities, risk for these long-term effects ANA MANIACI MCGOUGH/THE ITHACAN that I don’t know.” social sciences or natural sciences — as Junior Carter Clover also in September 2020, but did not follow the rules, it’s so easy. I line or while eating at tables. being covered within a major; separating commented on the post, “But experience any serious symp- wish people would just, you During Spring 2021, lines themes from perspectives, a separation like what if I don’t wear a mask. toms or side effects. know, help us all out.” in the dining halls were that allows students to take courses outside And what if you don’t too. And “For me, part of my arrogance Return to Normal socially distanced, some din- their designated themes and have them maybe it’s like a trend and every- is that it never hurt me,” he said. While the college has mostly ing stations were closed and count for the themes and perspectives one won’t wear one. I think it’s a “I just feel like I’m more immune returned to normal, there are food was only served in reus- requirements; and adjusting requirements pretty cool trend ngl [sic].” to it and I could handle it more still some guidelines in place able takeout containers. Scott for courses to be designated as an ICC He said part of wearing a than, say, someone in their 40s to help keep the campus safe McWilliams, director of Dining capstone course. mask is a freedom issue to him. or 50s.” like the daily health screen- Services, and Reginald Briggs, The Provost’s Task Force on ICC “Obviously I’m going to Itha- Senior Ronan Mayock was ings. Swarts said the communi- associate director of Dining Revision was created in 2019 and submitted ca, I’m going to follow the rules, an orientation leader who wel- ty agreement, which students Services, said dining halls are its draft proposal of changes to the CCR but at the same time I have an comed the Class of 2025 to had to sign agreeing that they functioning normally again. Nov. 9, 2020, after being delayed because issue with my personal liberties the college Aug. 16-17. He said will follow all of the college’s “We’re just excited to open of COVID-19 pandemic. being taken,” Clover said in an approximately 90% of new stu- policies, guidelines and expec- up things a little more and have The CCR assembled feedback and interview. “I know people say it’s dents wore their masks properly tations in regard to COVID-19, seating in the dining spaces and returned it to the task force Dec. 6, 2020. just a mask, but you’re also just during orientation, and that he is also still in place for the be able to provide a little better The task force then made revisions based telling people what they can and thinks the mask policy indoors is fall semester. service and experience for all the on the feedback and submitted the final can’t do and sometimes people not a big deal. Dining halls on campus are students,” Briggs said. proposal to the CCR on April 6, 2021. don’t understand that.” “It’s really not that bad,” back to full capacity with no so- According to an Intercom post, the CCR Clover said he had COVID-19 Mayock said. “Like people, just cial distancing requirements in CONTACT JILLIAN BLEIER took two weeks to review the proposal and [email protected] then conducted an online faculty advisory vote on the proposed revisions from April 22 to April 30. FROM COVID, PAGE 1 Kari Smoker, assistant professor in the Department of Accounting and Business activities and with the delta variant being Law and chair of the CCR said that the more transmissible, we’re seeing more online survey was distributed to 607 fully vaccinated individuals test positive,” he faculty members and 273 faculty members said in the statement. “A vast majority of responded at all or part of the survey. the new cases we’re seeing are asymptomatic “In addition to casting an advisory vote and we have not seen a relative increase on the proposal as a whole and on each of in severe disease or hospitalization. Vaccines the six proposed changes, faculty members are working to keep people from getting were given the opportunity to provide severely ill.” feedback and/or comments,” Smoker said There are six active hospitalizations via email. and there have been 34 county resident Results from the survey showed that deaths since March 2020. 87.2% of faculty surveyed were supportive of the proposal as a whole. Smoker said that CCR’s support for the proposal was unanimously in favor. The proposed change of eliminating the I personally don’t think e-portfolio and replacing it with the course- based program assessment and ‘Integrative that unvaccinated staff Engagement’ (IE) received 97% of faculty should have been support. The change of decoupling the allowed back. campus like students taking their masks off professors is unvaccinated. Perspectives requirements from Themes to sneeze. Basile said she was frustrated that she received 92.2% of faculty support. One user wrote, “first class of the day and and other students do not know which pro- The proposed change of allowing – Isabella Basile i’ve already seen three people not wearing fessors are vaccinated and which professors departments and degree programs the their masks right. plus the girl in front of are not. She also said she thinks unvaccinated option to specify one of the perspectives me just took off her mask to sneeze?! professors should have to notify students as being covered within a major zoom university here i come” that they are unvaccinated. received 87.4% of faculty support. Junior Isabella Basile tweeted, “@Itha- Basile also said she does not believe The elimination of the CLA caCollege please bring back twice-weekly the college is handling the pandemic well received 76.3% of faculty support, Cornell University announced that it mandatory testing!!” this semester. while the adjustment of the capstone will continue holding classes in person, Basile said she sent the Tweet because “I personally don’t think that unvac- requirement received 91.4% and the despite the rise in cases. one of her classes had been canceled cinated staff should have been allowed addition of a one-course IE Requirement Cornell also moved its alert level from because her professor had a student test back,” she said. “I’m glad that students received 53.2%. green to yellow, meaning there is moderate positive for COVID-19 in another class. have to be vaccinated, but especially because Smoker said that if the proposed risk and cases are increasing. “If one of my classes was getting can- you can’t have one standard of safety revisions are accepted by the APC, the Some Ithaca College students voiced their celed because someone had COVID, then for your students and another for changes to the ICC would be effective for frustrations on Twitter. how many other people have COVID and the professors.” freshmen in Fall 2022 or 2023. They asked for the college to bring we don’t know,” she said in an interview. back surveillance testing or sharing She said she also found out from CONTACT CAITLIN HOLTZMAN CONTACT SYD PIERRE COVID-19 violations they have seen on other students that one of her [email protected] [email protected] THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 NEWS | 5 Commencement changes spark mixed feelings BY CAITLIN HOLTZMAN students will wear caps and gowns instead of formal attire, which has Some Ithaca College students been worn at previous December have expressed mixed feelings about graduation ceremonies. recent changes made to December Hettich-Atkins said the change Commencement, which will go into came from some feedback from effect in December 2022. students who were unhappy with Students planning to graduate there being no individual recogni- in December will no longer be able tion or walking across the stage at to attend the May Commencement December Commencement. ceremony with the rest of their grad- “It seemed a little bit of a let uating class beginning in December down for our December graduates 2022. In an Aug. 13 announcement, who worked just as hard as our Interim President La Jerne Cornish students who graduate in May to said December Commencement will only have a reception and to not become a full commencement cere- have that ability to walk across the mony, rather than a reception. stage and put on the cap and gown,” Doreen Hettich-Atkins, exec- she said. utive director of the Division of Hettich-Atkins said the number All December graduates, beginning December 2022, will attend their own separate commencement and will not be Student Affairs and Campus Life, of guests students will be allowed to allowed to attend the May Commencement ceremony. Some students have expressed concerns over the decision. said December graduates will now bring is still unknown due to limited ARLA DAVIS/THE ITHACAN receive their diploma covers and seating in the A&E Center and what medallion at the December Com- the state of the COVID-19 pandemic kind of privileged in a way,” he said. Shingler said she thinks some “For some students, graduat- mencement. She said that at the will be in a year. Akhauri said he has mixed students may enjoy the smaller De- ing early is a big deal and should old December ceremony, graduates However, she said there will be feelings about the future change. cember Commencement, but some be celebrated, but now students would not receive their diploma some number of family and friends He said not allowing December may want to be a part of the larger must choose whether they want to cover or medallion, nor would they that will be able to come. graduates to come to the May May Commencement as well. She walk the stage early or graduate have the opportunity to walk across For the May 2021 Commence- ceremony makes the later com- said that while she is not overly at- with their friends,” he said via email. the graduation stage. ment, students were not allowed to mencement less crowded. tached to the May ceremony and is “That is a decision they should not December 2020 graduates were have guests in the A&E Center. Fam- Junior Reilly Shingler said she ok with not walking, other students have to make.” able to attend the May 2021 Com- ilies and supporters watched the is graduating in December 2022 may not feel the same way. He said the change puts mencement that was held May 23 in ceremony via livestream on Zoom and will be part of the first class of “It’ll definitely be really weird students in the unfortunate the Glazer Arena in the Athletics and or YouTube. students graduating with the new to not be able to walk the stage at position of choosing to either Events (A&E) Center. Senior Vedant Akhauri said he is December Commencement. the same time that the people that I graduate early or push their grad- Hettich-Atkins said that in the graduating early in December 2021 She said she is unsure of her entered college with, my peers, will uation to May. Furco said students past, the president, provost and and will not be affected by the grad- feelings toward the new December definitely be weird,” she said. should be celebrated as many senior class president would speak uation ceremony change. He said Commencement. She said she thinks Senior Dante Furco said he is times as possible. at December Commencement and he feels guilty knowing that he is travel may be difficult for families also graduating in December 2021 “These past few years were hard, graduates would receive a corsage. the last class of December graduates during December. and he said he likes the idea of both mentally and physically,” he She said there are approximate- that will be able to participate in “Being able to come to the May a larger ceremony in December. said via email. “Let’s celebrate the ly 200–400 December graduates both commencement ceremonies. graduation would be more conve- He said it is disappointing that students graduating at every chance every year. Hettich-Atkins said the “I always planned to graduate nient for some people, but it also students graduating in December we get.” new ceremony will take place in the in December and then walk in May varies from person to person,” will not be able to walk in May CONTACT CAITLIN HOLTZMAN Glazer Arena in the A&E Center and with a lot of my ... friends, so I feel she said. as well. [email protected] Campus community adjusts to Canvas switch BY SYD PIERRE it was costing the institution quite a signif- icant amount of money to maintain that Some members of the campus communi- system and to have the staffing to support it,” ty are still adjusting to Ithaca College’s new Linskens said. learning management system (LMS), Canvas, Students at the college also had issues with following the end of the college’s 10-year con- the organization and layout of Sakai. tract with Sakai. Weil said the college created a group during The process to switch LMSs at the col- Fall 2020 with representatives from across the lege started approximately a year ago, Chief college — including the Student Government Information Officer, David Weil said. The Council, administrators from the Office of the transition involved communication and Provost, members of the Center for Faculty Ex- collaboration with multiple groups across cellence, students and faculty — to assess what campus, including students and faculty. LMS would be best for the college. Aug. 23 marked the official launch of Canvas Matt Clauhs, assistant professor of music for the campus community. education and co-chair of the LMS Gover- “Early last fall, we started to have conver- nance Committee, said the committee talked sations when we knew that Sakai had been to other colleges that had transitioned away around for nine or 10 years, and we felt –– from Sakai and narrowed down the search to especially in a hybrid environment, and as different possibilities before deciding on Can- The process of switching from Sakai to Canvas took the college approximately a year. Some we were looking toward the future –– that vas in early December 2020. campus community members are still getting used to the new learning management system. Sakai was probably not going to be the right Weil said the college signed a ten-year ELEANOR KAY/THE ITHACAN learning management platform for us as an contract with Instructure, the developer and institution,” Weil said. publisher of Canvas, in January 2021 and start- taking into account the fact that institutions learning more about it. During the height of the COVID-19 pan- ed the implementation process in the spring consult with all stakeholders and participate “I’m kind of embracing it as a new thing,” demic, the college transitioned to a mix of semester with pilot programs. in a pilot study. In addition, the migration of Codallos-Silva said. “But I’ve just been playing remote and hybrid learning from Spring 2020 “Some institutions, you know, take longer old materials to Canvas can take six months to around with it, hoping to get the hang of it.” to Spring 2021. This forced students and fac- to do the implementation, some do it in the a year and a half on average. Sophomore Ryan Griswold said he thought ulty to rely on Sakai more than past semesters. same timeline we did — we really felt it was Clauhs said he piloted Canvas over the the switch to Canvas has been difficult, be- Jenna Linskens, director for Learning important to do this fairly quickly,” Weil said. summer with graduate students in the mu- cause he was used to using the setup on Sakai. and Innovative Technologies and executive “But I don’t think that meant that we did it sic education program and said the students “It’s not like Sakai, where you could just committee co-chair of the LMS Governance any less thoroughly. We had a lot of people found Canvas to be very user-friendly. click on something and it would be right Committee, said Sakai limitations required a involved in the process along the way.” Junior Daisy Codallos-Silva said that this there — there’s different tabs for each link,” lot of help from the Department of Informa- According to an article from eLearning semester has been her first time using Canvas Griswold said. tion Technology (IT) at the college. Inside, the process to switch from an existing and that she has been finding the platform CONTACT SYD PIERRE “It was a very challenging system and LMS to Canvas can take on average two years, difficult to navigate, but is looking forward to [email protected] w

6 | NEWS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 Cornish welcomes IC community to campus

BY CAITLIN HOLTZMAN on our student success as scholars La Jerne Cornish, interim pres- and as people,” Cornish said. ident of Ithaca College, welcomed Swarts said 99% of students and students, faculty and staff back to 80% of the faculty and staff popula- campus at the All-College Gathering tion are fully vaccinated. He said the on Aug. 31. Health and Safety Advisory Group Approximately 50 people at- meets twice per week to discuss the tended the gathering held in the state of the pandemic. Emerson Suites during the noon “I’m very excited that we are hour. The gathering was also lives- going to have a very wonderful treamed for campus community and prosperous semester ahead,” members who were unable to at- Swarts said. tend in person. Cornish said the Cornish thanked the campus gathering was to prepare the cam- community for working together pus community for the academic during Spring 2021 to keep each year. She said major updates regard- other safe during the pandemic. ing the state of the college will be “I’m proud that last year, we did provided at the State of the College not have one case of COVID being Address on Oct. 5. transmitted in a classroom, so I need Speakers included Samm Swarts, us to remember that,” she said. La Jerne Cornish, interim president of Ithaca College, speaks at the All-College Gathering Aug. 31 in the assistant director of emergency She also discussed the Ithaca Emerson Suites. Cornish welcomed students, faculty and staff back to campus for the 2021–22 academic year. preparedness in the Department of Forever strategic plan and how all ANA MANIACI MCGOUGH/THE ITHACAN Public Safety and Emergency Man- campus community members will fice hours than normal office hours “We are committed to creating a for all students. He said the SGC agement; Chris McNamara, clinical remain connected to the college for- in person. community that is inclusive and au- works as a link between the SLT associate professor, clinic direc- ever. She said community members “Some student resources and thentic,” McNamara said. “We want and students, providing feed- tor in the Department of Physical need to be present for and have mu- services for students were better to do that by showing up in a way back to the SLT regarding issues Therapy and Faculty Council Ex- tual respect for each other. attended and students felt better that is honest, trustworthy, open students have. ecutive Committee Chair; Clint “We dedicate ourselves to our cared for because they were able and respectful. And we’re going to “Everything SGC will do this year McCartney, supervisor for Facilities mission to educate, engage and em- to have Zoom meetings and so we commit to being seen and heard.” will be an effort toward reviving our Services and Staff Council Executive power our students through theory, should continue that,” Cornish said. McCartney said the Staff Coun- campus,” he said. “That goes from Committee Chair; and junior Deon- practice and performance,” she said. McNamara outlined principles cil understands the importance the bills that we will pass, to the tae Guy, president of the Student Cornish said the college is still that are guiding the Faculty Coun- of surrounding building a strong events that we will host and the dis- Governance Council (SGC). committed to diversity, equity and cil this year, including: fostering community between students, fac- cussions that we will partake in. We She also said there will still inclusion and mentioned the hir- engagement with the campus com- ulty, Senior Leadership Team (SLT) truly believe that revival is coming to be challenges in dealing with the ing of Shadayvia Wallace, the new munity, student-centered and safe and staff. our campus.” COVID-19 pandemic, but she hopes director of the Martin Luther King learning environments, continu- “We are working to enhance the Guy emphasized wanting stu- the campus can serve as a model for Scholar Program and First Gener- ing to be creative and innovative, sense of priorities of who staff are, dents to feel like campus is their how to remain safe and successful ation Programs. Cornish also said promoting a positive student what staff do and the important role home and they should feel welcome. during the pandemic. the college is working to stabilize experience and taking experiences staff play in the success of Ithaca “I am grateful to this community enrollment as well as retaining and from the past 18 months and using College,” McCartney said. CONTACT CAITLIN HOLTZMAN for putting our students first and for engaging students. She said faculty it to move forward in a way that is Guy reminded students that the [email protected] focusing all of our collective energy saw more students attend Zoom of- honest and respectful. SGC represents and will advocate IC sophomore receives inagural Iger-Bay scholarship

Ithaca College sophomore Damani Madir committing to Ithaca College. During an open is the inaugural recipient of the Iger-Bay En- house meeting … President Collado gave a dowed Scholarship. The scholarship was powerful speech in which she mentioned established for incoming journalism, sports how Ithaca College is fueled by family and media or documentary studies students in the community. … President Collado made it Roy H. Park School of Communications who known that every student at Ithaca College demonstrate financial need and represent would be a part of the whole, none [are] os- historically underrepresented communities. tracized or on the fringe. Bob Iger ‘73, former CEO of the Walt Dis- ney Co., and his wife, Willow Bay, created EK: What was your reaction to finding out the scholarship using the proceeds from Ig- you received the scholarship? er’s memoir, “The Ride of a Lifetime” in the DM: I honestly thought it was a prank call. hopes of encouraging inclusion and diversity I was home alone and I thought the school in media. was calling about a tuition issue or something Staff writer Elizabeth Kharabadze sat down negative. When they told me that I was the with Damani Madir to discuss the scholarship inaugural recipient, I had to ask a few times and journalism. if they were joking around. I was so This interview has been edited for length happy, not just because I had won the Sophomore Damani Madir received the inagural Iger-Bay Endowed Scholarship. The scholar- and clarity. scholarship, but because my family wouldn’t ship is for documentary studies, journalism or sports media students with financial need. have to stress or worry about not being ELEANOR KAY/THE ITHACAN Elizabeth Kharabadze: When did you first able to finish school for financial reasons. I develop a passion for journalism? am a first-generation student and this was a is something beautiful, and I am proud to DK: I believe Ithaca College itself will Damani Madir: There was a training camp monumental moment for both me and be a big part of the push forward for more prepare me for the next level in from November 2017 to March 2018 held at my family. stories to be heard. I am setting the stan- life. Professionalism isn’t enough to make it RadioFreeBrooklyn, a nonprofit radio sta- dard for more children who grew up in in the real world in such a hyper-competitive tion … I started with my own political talk EK: What does receiving this scholarship low-income neighborhoods and homes, field. Ithaca College will provide me with the show focusing at the local level and conduct- mean to you? showing it is possible … Seeing someone skills necessary to not only succeed, but be a ed interviews with others who lived in the DK: Receiving the Iger-Bay Endowed who looks like you succeed builds faith and continuously valuable asset wherever I neighborhood. I fell in love with journalism Scholarship means progression to me. confidence for the future, and I hope I may land. My time at Ithaca College will not immediately from this experience … although Mr. Iger … he wanted to give children like can inspire many others, both future only leave an impact on my professional politics is still a major interest of mine. me the opportunity to channel en- recipients of the scholarship and work, but the relationships that I will share thusiasm and passion for the media those who are aiming for a career in with others who will be in small and large EK: What drew you to Ithaca College? into career paths that would put us at the media-communications. positions alike. DM: Although she is no longer with us forefront of the industry. Creating diver-

at Ithaca College, President [Shirley M.] Col- sity in a field where not many people of EK: What do you hope to get out of your CONTACT ELIZABETH KHARABADZE lado was a major impact on my decision in color like myself have major opportunities college experience? [email protected] THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 NEWS | 7 COLLEGE BRIEFS

New student volunteers needed SASP workers patrol the campus in for office of student conduct board pairs at night to ensure the safety of The Office of Student Conduct & the campus community. SASP mem- Community Standards is seeking stu- bers check all residential and academic dent board members for the 2021–22 buildings to make sure they are secure, academic year. respond to emergencies and provide The student board member position walking escorts at night for students is a one year, volunteer appointment. who feel uncomfortable walking alone. Students who are selected to serve on the conduct review board will take Friends 110 lab open to students turns sitting on hearing boards with for both desktop and laptop use faculty and staff board members and The Friends 110 lab is open for student hearing cases of alleged academic and use anytime that Friends Hall is open. non-academic misconduct. The lab has Windows and Mac desktop Volunteers should be in good academ- computers and a laptop kiosk for loans ic standing with Ithaca College and be can be found in the hallway. willing to participate in training prior to Campus community members will be starting the position. asked to swipe in and out of the lab with Board members will be notified when their college ID cards. hearings are to take place, and will partic- All are welcome to use the lab as long ipate based on their availability, typically as they are in compliance with college serving one to three times per semester. testing and screening requirements. An Conduct review boards on average last Information Technology Lab Consul- one to three hours. tant will be available for assistanance from 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Monday through Canvas workshop series offered Friday. They will also be available 2–11 to faculty through September p.m. on weekends. Faculty members are invited to at- During these times, students will be College stacks up Fall Welcome events tend a series of Canvas workshops able to check out these items: Macbook throughout the month of September. Pro USB-C chargers, iPhone Lightning Sophomore Anatol De Nevers plays giant jenga at Wellness Day, part of the All sessions will be held through to USB chargers, Multi-port USB-C, two-week long Fall Welcome. The Aug. 29 event, which was open to all students, Zoom. The workshops will be delivered Lightning and Micro USB charger, Nin- took place on the Campus Center Quad and comprised a variety of lawn games. by vendor trainers and are supported tendo Switches and controllers, Xbox CAITLIN HOLTZMAN/THE ITHACAN by staff from Learning and Innova- One console and controllers, Mario tive Technologies and the Center for Kart 8 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch, Su- Faculty Excellence. per Smash Bros. for Nintendo Switch, sessions to be offered 10–10:30 a.m., to be reservation based for Fall 2021. Examples of trainings that will be Just Dance for Xbox, Atari Blast Flash- 10:45–11:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.–noon. Reservations can be made via the patron offered include: “Creating Assessments back console and Bandai Namco Blast Lessons are to be offered Sept. 11, 18, portal between two weeks and at least 48 with New Quizzes,” “Grading and Feed- Flashback console. 25 and Oct. 2 and 9. hours in advance. Pro reservations will back,” “Canvas Studio,” “Group Work Each participant will be subject to be required at least 72 hours in advance. and Collaboration with Office 365” Swim lessons available this fall a temperature check and COVID-19 Students can make returns to PPECS and “Humanize Your Online Course from swimming and diving team screening questions. in the mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, with VoiceThread.” The Swimming and Diving team will Interested individuals can register Wednesdays and Thursdays. be offering their annual fall swim les- at recreation.ithaca.edu. Checkouts can be made in the af- New student workers needed sons this semester. ternoons on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, for on-campus safety patrol job A member of the team will teach PPECS services updates policies Thursdays and Fridays. PPECS will be The Student Auxiliary Safety Patrol participants in either a private lesson and guidelines for fall semester closed on the weekends. (SASP) is hiring new staff members for or in a group of two. Park Portable Equipment Cen- There will also be no walk-ins during the fall semester. Lessons will be 30 minutes with ter & Services (PPECS) will continue the Fall 2021. PUBLIC SAFETY INCIDENT LOG SELECTED ENTRIES FROM AUGUST 16 TO AUGUST 22

AUGUST 16 Waylon DeGraw responded. MEDICAL ASSIST/ one person was issued a coduct Master Patrol Officer Bryan INJURY RELATED referral for trespassing. Sergeant Verzosa responded. MEDICAL ASSIST/ AUGUST 18 LOCATION: J-lot Don Lyke responded. PSYCHOLOGICAL MEDICAL ASSIST/ SUMMARY: A caller reported MEDICAL ASSIST/ LOCATION: Hilliard Hall AUGUST 21 ILLNESS RELATED that a person fell on stairs and ILLNESS RELATED SUMMARY: A caller reported LOCATION: Towers Marketplace sustained a laceration to the head. SCC IRRESPONSIBLE USE OF LOCATION: The Athletics and a person making suicidal com- ALCOHOL/DRUGS SUMMARY: An officer reported The officer reported that the -per Events Center ments. The person was taken that a person requested advice son declined medical assistance. LOCATION: Terrace 9 SUMMARY: A caller reported into custody under mental hy- reagrding an on-going medical Sergeant Don Lyke responded. SUMMARY: A caller reported a person experiencing an aller- gine law and was transported issue. The officer reported that the an intoxicated person vomiting. gic reaction. The person was to the hospital by ambulance. person declined medical atten- The officer referred one -per transported to the hospital by Master Patrol Officer Bryan AUGUST 20 tion. Master Patrol Officer Bryan son for irresponsible use of ambulance. Master Patrol Officer Verzosa responded. SCC IRRESPONSIBLE USE OF Verzosa responded. alcohol and for damaging a glass Joe Opper responded. ALCOHOL/DRUGS picture. Patrol Officer Sophia ACCIDENTAL PROPERTY LOCATION: Circle Apartments Dimkos responded. AUGUST 22 DAMAGE AUGUST 19 SUMMARY: A caller reported MEDICAL ASSIST/ LOCATION: Physician Assistant MAKING GRAFFITI NO DEGREE, an intoxicated person. The of- PSYCHOLOGICAL Program Building SUB 1–2 ficer referred one person for FIRE ALARM ACCIDENTAL LOCATION: East Tower SUMMARY: A caller reported LOCATION: Terrace 2 irresponsible use of alcohol. LOCATION: Circle Apartments SUMMARY: A caller reported construction debris from a sep- SUMMARY: A caller reported Master Patrol Officer Bryan SUMMARY: Simplex report- having suicidal thoughts. The arate construction project that that an unknown person made Verzosa responded. ed a fire alarm. The activation fell and damaged a wall to the graffiti on a bulletin board. was caused by steam from a person was taken into custody Ithaca College building. The of- Master Patrol Officer Bryan SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCE shower. Patrol Officer Mark and transported to the hospi- tal by ambulance. Patrol Officer ficer documented the damage. Verzosa responded. LOCATION: Garden Apartments Jones responded. Mark Jones responded. Master Patrol Officer Bryan SUMMARY: A caller reported Verzosa responded. TRESPASS NO DEGREE people on the fire escape look- SCC IRRESPONSIBLE USE OF LOCATION: East Tower ing into windows. The officer ALCOHOL/DRUGS Full public safety log available AUGUST 17 SUMMARY: A caller reported reported not being able to locate LOCATION: Circle Apartments online at www.theithacan.org. that a person entered a room of anyone. Master Patrol Officer SUMMARY: The Tompkins SAFETY HAZARD another and laid in their bed. The Bryan Verzosa responded. County 911 Center reported an KEY LOCATION: Rothschild Place officer reported the person was ambulance responding for an SUMMARY: A caller report- intoxicated and escorted them to TRESPASS NO DEGREE intoxicated person vomiting. SCC – Student Conduct Code ed that an unknown person their own room. The person was LOCATION: Circle Apartments One person was transported to V&T – Vehicle & Transportation disposed of several uncapped referred for trespass and irrespon- SUMMARY: A caller reported the hospital by ambulance and AD – Assistant Director injection needles into the sible use of alcohol. Master Patrol three people refusing to leave the person was referred for IFD – Ithaca Fire Department trash. Master Patrol Officer Officer John Elmore responded. the area. The officer reported irresponsible use of alcohol. 8 | THE ITHACAN THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

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EDITORIALS Questions left unanswered Entire campus community after All-College Gathering should be wearing masks

his semester at the first students take regular COVID-19 tests? There he majority of students at Ithaca COVID-19 testing on campus. Whether this All-College Gathering, La Jerne seem to be no strict quarantining precautions College are willing to wear masks was the best decision for the school is debat- Cornish, interim President of Ithaca in place. Is there a plan in place if there is a on campus for the sake of having able. Students can still contract COVID-19 and College,T left many questions unanswered and severe increase in positive cases on campus? T in-person classes and to have a bit spread it to others even if they are vaccinated. barely informed the college community of the If Cornish and the SLT want the students to of normalcy as they continue to adjust to living Without the other restrictions, many students Senior Leadership Team’s (SLT) plans for the remain safe, why are faculty and staff not re- their lives during an ongoing pandemic. seem to forget the severity of COVID-19. Many academic year. She welcomed back students, quired to be vaccinated? Why does there seem With the rise of the delta variant and the students have lost or know others who have faculty and staff to the new year. to be a cutback on sanitization and cleaning continued escalation of positive COVID-19 lost loved ones to this virus. While it was beneficial to hear from Cor- of all facilities? cases in Tompkins County, it became ap- Without stricter guidelines, some students nish, it left some dissatisfied with what they The previous president promised more parent that the school needed to reinstate have taken advantage or gotten too com- heard. She discussed the strategic plan with- diversity for the entire the college communi- some restrictions on a smaller scale, for ev- fortable with disregarding the mask policy. out actually discussing the next steps. ty, but this goal was not achieved in the short eryone’s safety and for the ability to attend Understandably, students are able to attend How does the college plan to search for time she was at the college. How will Cornish in-person classes. in-person classes and events and can experi- the next president? What actions will it take to work to expand the community and educate As a community, the college has done well ence college the way they wanted to, so it can further the strategic plan? all its members on the importance of diversity adhering to the only campus restrictions, with be easy to forget sometimes. That being said, Cornish did let the com- and being self-aware? the exception of some individuals who have However, the community is only able to munity know more updates will be provided No plan was outlined to address any of the taken COVID-19 restrictions lightly since experience all these normal college memories Oct. 5 at the State of the College Address. Cor- community’s concerns. the beginning. It is a privilege to only have and day-to-day routines as long as the entire nish repeatedly expressed her plans to put As long as there is clear communi- to wear masks indoors, despite some who community continues to wear masks so that students first and make sure that, as a com- cation and honesty at the State of the believe otherwise. there is not a large increase of positive cases munity, we continue to take precautions and College Address on Oct. 5, the relationship Some members of the college community on campus. We cannot forget the severity of stay safe. between students and the administration actually believe there should be more restric- COVID-19 or that everything we are able to do Why has the college chosen not to have could improve. tions. The college has chosen not to require now can be taken away.

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GUEST COMMENTARY Fresh start for fall semester requires flexibility

BY PETER GILLEN others from my classes, but now it Editor’s Note: This is a guest seems much easier to talk with class- commentary. The opinions ex- mates about anything. In Fall 2020, pressed in this piece do not on a platform called Discord, I met necessarily reflect the views of Ithaca students that were all a part the editorial board. of a server. If you are unfamiliar with Despite being in my second year Discord servers, just think of them at Ithaca College, I feel like I am just as less formal and more complex now starting to experience what col- Facebook groups. lege is truly like. The entirety of the Most of the people I met from last year is definitely not what col- this group were from outside of my lege should be for anyone. major and I only shared classes with Being stuck at home while listen- two of the people I met. ing to clearly intelligent professors It’s tough bonding with others fumble around with software that when you do not have a class sched- they had almost no idea how to use ule to bond over. is a painful way to experience what In the spring semester, I did start should be a very transformative time to recognize some more faces and for anyone. This semester is definite- I talked more with some people in Sophomore Peter Gillen reflects on transitioning at Ithaca College from a hybrid college experience to an all ly an improvement to being hybrid breakout rooms, but most of the in-person experience. He discusses the way he had to adjust to the new college normal but remains cautious. or all online, but how packed the people I clicked with were still the ALYSSA BEEBE/THE ITHACAN school is now in comparison to last ones I met virtually. semester is insane. It never fully reg- However, this semester I feel that COVID-19 regulations that we need busy, seems way more feasible for with six people seem like a istered for me that the school was at it’s much easier to make friends in to abide by, they are really quite me to get a better GPA. This new death sentence when they were about 40% of its actual capacity. class because instead of asking for a minimal and make the campus expe- semester feels like a new beginning, making rounds. This is the only downside for me person’s phone number or sending rience feel much less restrictive. The especially for my mental health. These rules — despite being — it’s going to be harder to enjoy a message and hoping they respond, only fear I have is if positive cases For me, this semester started a lit- justified — made the student ex- the quiet beauty of Ithaca’s campus. you can just turn around and say, start to jump up again, having every- tle rocky while adjusting to college perience last year quite miserable I used to go out on runs during the “Hey what’s up, my name is Peter.” one get reigned in again may not go life again, but now it’s going much and really took a toll on my mental afternoon or late at night and be I even look forward to attending over very well. As long as everyone better. Despite being able to gather health all around. able to admire the lush landscape my long lecture classes. However, remains careful of COVID-19, things with friends in person, last semes- Not having to fear being written and beautiful views from the hill. classes like Film Aesthetics and Anal- will go well. This semester seems to ter there were so many fears and up for being in a room with some- This semester, many students can be ysis are concerning because of the be starting off very well and it feels anxieties that made enjoying time one has made this semester even seen roaming South Hill late into the sheer amount of students packed into like a fresh start for many students at with others so much more difficult. better so far. night. During the last two semesters, one auditorium. Ithaca, including myself. Aggressive RAs and the rules they I never communicated much with Although we still have some This semester, despite it being had to enforce made a lounge CONTACT PETER GILLEN [email protected]

GUEST COMMENTARY Traveling offers opportunity to gain broader perspectives

BY ELEANOR KAY own. Local Moroccan students at the interna- When I was younger, I hated flying. Not tional school tended to have drivers as well, just because I had motion sickness, but be- which left our parents off the hook for driving cause flying meant leaving people behind –– us places. my grandparents, my friends, my teachers and It surprises me to think of how much I sometimes even my parents. want to get on a plane and explore somewhere Flying meant starting over from scratch. new despite my hatred of flying. Each -air Flying terrified me because it meant ad- port I’ve stepped foot in, each new language justing to a different language, culture I’ve tried to understand, each friendship and community. I’ve made, are the biggest parts of who I am. When I was two and living in Slovenia, I If I hadn’t gotten on a plane to Morocco, was surrounded by beautiful mountains while I wouldn’t have met the guy behind me in the going to the markets with my dad after drop- Paris airport who was boarding the same plane ping my mom off at work. and ended up becoming my best friend. But in comparison to the freedom Slovenia If I hadn’t gotten on a plane to Greece, Junior Eleanor Kay discusses the opportunities that come with studying or going abroad. She offered, South Africa offered adventure in a I wouldn’t have learned traditional Greek encourages students to take advantage of the study abroad programs offered at the college. cautious way. dance at school or eaten calamari and gyros NOLAN SAUNDERS/THE ITHACAN Gates surrounding our house meant I on the Aegean Sea. couldn’t play with the neighborhood chil- If I hadn’t gotten on a plane to South dren and glass-shattering alarms forced Africa, I wouldn’t have swam with penguins on realize that I can take a dramamine and get There is so much to experience when my little sister and I to be careful when Boulders Beach or sat in an elephant skull. over my hatred of flying if it means I get to you actually live in a country different from we played so as to not set off the alarms If I hadn’t gotten on a plane to Slovenia, meet people who look and sound different the one you grew to know so well, rather with our high-pitched squeals. I wouldn’t have hiked up Šmarna Gora moun- than me. than simply vacationing at a tourist attrac- Attending elementary school in Greece tain on my dad’s back or met the lady who As long as I sit close to a window, I can tion. College is an amazing time to choose a meant taking Greek for three years and sold carrots and still remembered me seven daydream about the food I will be eating, the country you want to explore deeper and find learning the country’s history rather than years later. culture I’ll be experiencing and the unique a program that compliments your studies. United States history, which unfortunately These experiences are what I cherish the education I will be receiving. I encourage college students who are able set me back when going into middle school most about flying. The Film and Media Studies program to study abroad to book the flight or apply in the U.S.. Going into college, I knew I was going to in Rome has drawn me in with its wide to the program that may end up being one Starting high school in Morocco study abroad, it was just a question of when selection of courses, field trips to different of the best decisions they make in their provided a more unsupervised freedom and where. European countries and the possibility of college career. because cell phone service was spotty and I am ecstatic that I have the chance to reconnecting with old friends from CONTACT ELEANOR KAY charged per text message, leaving me on my go abroad this coming spring. I’ve come to my childhood. [email protected] THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 OPINION | 11

GUEST COMMENTARY Student discusses race representation in ICTV

BY JACQUELYN CHIN executive staff, recruitment night Editor’s Note: This is a guest went smoothly and successfully. commentary. The opinions ex- I would come to rely on them for pressed in this piece do not more than work-related issues. necessarily reflect the views of the My high school was about editorial board. 50% Asian, making me part of I wasn’t sure what I expected a prominent demographic as a when I became Ithaca College Tele- Chinese-American woman. vision’s (ICTV) Director of On-Air Concurrently, going to a Promotions last semester; I didn’t STEM-focused high school rather think I’d even get the job. than arts focused, my work as a film- At the time, I had just finished maker was often highlighted and my fall semester of freshman year, recognized. In other words, I never working as an Assistant Producer thought my race would impact my on Newswatch Tuesday and as a future academic or work life. Guesser and Social Media Manager But then came the Atlanta spa on Fake Out. shootings in March 2021. For the Sophomore Jacquelyn Chin, director of on-air promotions for Ithaca College Television (ICTV), reflects on her experience While my high school had a film past two years, the social landscape and how her persepective on race representation in the television industry has shifted since she started working at ICTV. program and a TV studio, my time as of the United States has been filled ALYSSA BEEBE/THE ITHACAN the Senior Director of Studio Crew with racial injustice and tension. was cut short due to the COVID-19 For Black Americans, the Black I didn’t have any answers. How Thankfully, Bianca Summerville, executive staff, producers, crew and pandemic. I figured this position Lives Matter movement garnered was I supposed to speak on behalf of the semester’s Director of Publicity cast members. would go to a much more experi- international attention and activism the entire Asian community of Ithaca and the only other person of color Outside of my duties as enced upperclassman. And yet, here during summer 2020. College and represent Asians across on the executive staff, spoke up. Director of On-Air Promotions, I I am. For Asian Americans, the Stop America when I could barely speak Having managed social media also co-direct the ICTV scripted When I started, I was thrown into AAPI Hate movement grew as up for myself? during summer 2020, she greatly series Fathoms Below. the deep end to say the least. My racial and COVID-19-related attacks At that moment, I understood opposed posting a simple graphic to While we didn’t cast characters main responsibility was organizing increased towards Asians. After the how people would view me differ- condemn the hate crimes. for specific demographics, two of the recruitment night at the begin- Atlanta spa shootings, the ICTV ently because of my identity as a She argued for actionable and our four leads are people of color ning of the semester. executive staff sought to condemn Chinese-American woman: that effective activism over a performa- and the romantic interest is played I barely knew where to start and such hateful and violent actions. being Asian would set me apart tive post with empty words. I leaned by a non-binary actor. recruitment night was just under As the sole Asian executive and people wouldn’t understand on her for guidance and reassurance While the film industry isn’t quite two weeks away. staff member at the time, I felt like how I view and experience life. to navigate those rough times. there yet in terms of diversity, I can’t I was overwhelmed and in everyone’s eyes trained on my Zoom Ithaca College is over 72% white Progress takes time, and in help but have hope for the future. way over my head, but with box — almost asking me “What and just barely 4% Asian; a stark my short time at ICTV I’ve seen CONTACT JACQUELYN CHIN the support of the rest of the should we do?” I froze. contrast from my high school. increased diversity within the [email protected]

GUEST COMMENTARY Terrace 10 is crumbling and needs renovations

BY MATAN BERMAN ing, cracks in the foundation columns and When I found out last March that the pieces of the building literally falling off. majority of the Class of 2023 was being forced After seeing this, concern and anxiety to live on campus this year, I was cautiously began to set in. optimistic. But a lot of that optimism began The condo collapse that occurred in Surf- to fade when I found out I would be living side, Florida this past June immediately came alone in Terrace 10, a place that is both far to mind. Due to neglect, poor maintenance away from most of my friends in the Circle and foundational deterioration, 98 innocent Apartments and everywhere else on campus. souls died in that building collapse. A week and a half ago I decided to go I personally knew two of those souls, Deb- Junior Matan Berman expresses concerns over the structural integrity of his residential hall and he orah Berezdevin and Ilan Naibryf, from my urges the college to allocate funds to fix the Terraces Residence Halls that seem to be falling apart. many years at summer camp in North Caro- ELEANOR KAY/THE ITHACAN lina. Deborah and Ilan were kind and gen- erous people whose lives were cut short for Once I saw the reasons that were out of their control. I contacted the Office of Public Safety Carey, associate vice president for the Office The collapse of the Champlain Towers about this and it recommended that I reach of Facilities, about the 2015 Office of Facilities’ deterioration of my building, South condo in Surfside was not only tragic out to the Office of Facilities. Campus Master Plan. my mind immediately turned and devastating, but it also reminds us that When I emailed it, the staff tried to assure In that article, Freeman writes, “The even in one of the most modernized and me that nothing was wrong. school currently has $188 million in deferred to the worst and the anxiety industrialized countries in the world, this Without even coming to assess the dam- maintenance across campus, including prob- set in. could happen to anyone if buildings are not age in person, it responded, “The super- lems like worn-out heating services, faulty properly built and maintained. visor of this department was made aware, bathroom facilities and plumbing leaks. – Matan Berman Once I saw the deterioration of my build- and they would be fixing this by next week. Spending $9 million every year on these ing, my mind immediately turned to the He assured us that it is NOT a structur- problems, the Office of Facilities has to de- worst and the anxiety set in. al issue and that no one is in danger.” Af- cide what receives the top priority.” For the rest of that day and the following ter doing a little digging, I remembered Terrace 10 should be the top priority in on a walk. As I approached the Terrace 10 days, I tried to avoid being in my dorm as a piece that fellow student and friend, receiving funds this year, because it is visibly staircase I saw a crack — but this was not just much as I possibly could. sophomore Reed Freeman, wrote for our deteriorating on both the inside and out. any crack — it extended across the whole un- Some nights I had panic attacks be- Investigative Journalism class in 2019 about Editor’s Note: The Office of Facilities has derside of the staircase with foundation wire fore I went to bed because I was afraid the how many of the dorms, specifically the low- not responded to a request for comment at popping out. The more I investigated, the building could collapse while I slept. I had to er and upper quads, needed to be replaced or the time of publication. more deterioration I discovered. I spotted sleep at my girlfriend’s house for a few nights renovated soon. CONTACT MATAN BERMAN water damage on the underside of the build- to escape the anxiety. 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hard LIFE & CULTURE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 13 History exhibit celebrates women’s suffrage centennial “Breaking Barriers: Women’s Lives & Livelihoods” displays- the contributions of suffragists from the Tompkins County area From left, Ithaca College juniors Adam Coe and Shayna Yasunaga look at an interactive art exhibit Aug. 28 at the “Breaking Barriers” exhibition in downtown Ithaca at the Tompkins County Center for History and Culture. ALYSSA BEEBE/THE ITHACAN

BY GRACE AZAULA together an exhibit about suffrage, it really be- A glass display case stands tall in the mid- came apparent to us that suffrage told such a dle of an exhibit hall, proudly displaying limited story of the women in Ithaca and the information and pictures about women in the different community efforts and programs and workforce in Tompkins County. Industries the legacy and culture that they had left be- are listed in bold fonts, followed by the de- hind,” Van Nostrand said. mographics of women who worked in those The exhibit has six physical displays at the fields — an ode to the contributions of women center focusing on different areas in which throughout history and a commentary on the women broke barriers throughout history. opportunities that were available to women of Each section of the exhibit is presented in a different identities. large glass display. There are also interactive This display titled, “Defying Convention: elements incorporated throughout the ex- The Overlooked History of Women Working,” hibit, like touch-screen technology, videos is part of the larger exhibit “Breaking Barri- and audio interviews with local communi- ers: Women’s Lives & Livelihoods” held at the ty members including Nia Nunn, associate Tompkins Center for History and Culture. professor in the Department of Education at The exhibit highlights women from Tompkins Ithaca College. County and explores their contributions to the “The Haudenosaunee Influence on Wom- community. It opened July 2, 2021 and will re- en’s Rights,” and the “Passage Through Time main open through February 2022. - ‘OVERCOMING BARRIERS TO VOTE: Wom- Zoe Van Nostrand, marketing and visi- an Suffrage Movement in Tompkins County Junior Shayna Yasunaga looks at a display about historical women’s suffragists at the “Breaking tor experience coordinator at the History — One-Hundred +1 Years in the Making’” Barriers” exhibit. The exhibition is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Center, said the exhibit was originally created displays focus on the women’s suffrage move- ALYSSA BEEBE/THE ITHACAN to explore women’s suffrage because 2020 was ment in Tompkins County. the centennial of white women’s right to vote. The exhibit also explores women’s con- careers ... that are not discussed in history, or tribute to that as we understand later portions Van Nostrand said the exhibit was supposed to tributions in the fields of fashion, film, social in textbooks in general,” she said. of history.” open in June 2020 but was delayed because of clubs and the workforce. Van Nostrand said the history and cul- Van Nostrand said the museum is spon- the COVID-19 pandemic. She said she wanted Ithaca College sophomore Ananya Gambhi- ture center tried to be as inclusive as sored by a number of community partners, all the exhibit to explore different perspectives of raopet said she likes how the exhibit focuses possible when deciding the stories to highlight. of which are women-owned businesses. The womens’ suffrage. on stories that are not typically told. “We don’t necessarily consider ourselves exhibit’s leading sponsor is Chloe Capital, a “When we first thought about pulling “I think there were a lot of things and progressive,” she said. “We think that we are mission-driven venture capital firm that invests trying to show an accurate and representative in women-led tech companies during the early history of the county that we are based in. And stages of development. the interesting piece is that representation has Chloe Capital was founded in Ithaca and come to be interpreted as justice and progres- has since expanded across the country while sion or progressive when really we’re trying to continuing to maintain a presence in the local share stories of everyone who is here.” Ithaca area. Sophomore Jess Moskowitz said they Co-founder and managing partner Elisa liked the diverse perspectives that the exhib- Miller-Out said she was excited to get involved it offered by highlighting groups like Club with the “Breaking Barriers” exhibit because of Essence, an organization founded in 1973 to its focus on women throughout history and its connect and support African American women close alignment to Chloe Capital’s mission. in Tompkins County. “I love that this is ... an opportunity to “I really liked how it was so intersectional bring together the history of all these diverse talking about the experiences of women, but women achieving these political ... movements more specifically Black women or poor wom- throughout time,” Miller-Out said. “So it ties en of color,” Moskowitz said. “It really touched together this historical context with sort of on all facets of Ithaca history. The timeline living history.” From left, Ithaca College juniors Shayna Yasunaga and Adam Coe sit in a movie booth for Phil Shay, drummer and vocalist for the band Noon Fif- showed the first white settlers here but it also a showing of a documentary at the “Breaking Barriers” exhibition in downtown Ithaca. teen, plays Aug. 19 for a crowd of approximately 200 on noted the importance of Native Americans in CONTACT GRACE AZAULA ALYSSA BEEBE/THE ITHACAN The Commons. this land and understanding that and paying [email protected] 14 | LIFE & CULTURE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 CULTURED The Life & Culture editor’s recap of current mainstream and alt culture Compiled by Eva Salzman

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August 28, 2020 OF THE QUOTE WEEK One year ago this week marks one year “It’s funny to see cis since the death women beat their of Chadwick Boseman. The faces and not know actor captivated the process behind audiences it. But none of those with his roles as Jackie women are standing Robinson up for trans women.” in”42,” James Brown in “Get On Up,” “ Thurgood Marshall in “Marshall” and most famously as T’Challa in “Black TOMMY DORFMAN, Panther.” After these roles, Boseman when talking to InStyle about quickly became a highly esteemed makeup trends that were movie star. started by trans women At the age of 43, Boseman died from colon cancer. His death came as a shock to America and ” sparked widespread grief into the hearts of fans everywhere. But Boseman’s death also served as a wakeup call, bringing awareness to the disease and how it can affect seemingly healthy people. A year after Boseman’s passing, actors and fans alike are still reflecting on the inspirational legacy that the actor left.

August 30,1968 The Beatles SPOTLIGHT released “Hey THE MEDIA EXPLOITS KANYE WEST’S ILLNESS Jude,” its first single under its record The media continues to exploit Kanye label, “Apple West’s struggle with mental illness. Most Records.” The recently, the build-up to West’s highly record fea- anticipated 10th studio album, “Donda” tured a Granny has been the focus of music news Smith apple on side-A be- headlines across a multitude of outlets. cause to Paul Throughout the course of three listening McCartney, a green apple symbol- events held in Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz ized creative freedom and indepen- Stadium and Chicago’s Soldier Field dence from commercial control. Stadium, West has locked himself in a While John Lennon described Ap- ple Records and its parent company, room for weeks straight, filed to change Apple Corps, as a place where artists his name to “Ye,” set himself on fire and could get proper funding for ideas, recreated his wedding with his ex-wife, many speculate that the label avoid- Kim Kardashion. West has spoken out ed taxes. “As far as I can tell, the about the exploitative and manipulative idea behind Apple was a tax dodge,” music journalist Douglas Wolk said. nature of the media before, saying that outlets like TMZ and E! exist “The top tax rate in England at that to put him in a box, but relentlessly, they continue. Recent articles time was enormous. And John Len- from tabloid outlets only provide a one-dimensional look at the artists’ non said something to the effect of, extreme performances and lack the understanding of his tumultuous ‘We talked to our accountants. We re- mental state. alized we could either give the mon- ey to the government or we could put it into a business.’” THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 LIFE & CULTURE |15 IC professor hosts panel at San Diego Comic-Con Ed Catto, instructor in the Depart- ED: You moderated a panel at ment of Management in the School San Diego Comic-Con called “Past of Business at Ithaca College, is a is Prologue” with authors Jennifer comic book historian who explored DeRoss, Danny Fingeroth, Ken Quat- pop culture entrepreneurship in four tro and Brett Dakin. What was the published articles this summer. Catto experience of … moderating the pan- also moderated a panel called “Past el like and what was your relationship is Prologue: The Fascinating New to them prior to that? Comic Creator Bios” at San Diego EC: I’ve been involved with mod- Comic-Con 2021. erating panels at conventions big and small for years and years, and I just Elijah de Castro, assistant life and loved it. I think it’s a great way to get culture editor, spoke with Catto about the history out, get the knowledge his life as a historian of pop culture en- out, to celebrate the accomplishments trepreneurs and the panel. of creators throughout their career and what they’ve done and their end This interview has been edited for product. That particular panel was length and clarity. unique, we only met virtually. With my classes at IC, specifically the Ithacon Elijah de Castro: Walk me through class and to a lesser extent the hidden your history with comic books. What entrepreneur class, we’ve been look- got you into them and what led to ing into the past and studying these where you are now with hosting these entrepreneurs in the creative space. panels and being a historian on enter- Each of those four wrote fascinating In addition to teaching Entrepreneurship, Ed Catto, instructor in the Ithaca College Department tainment entrepreneurs? books about people who were in- of Management, hosted a panel at the 2021 San Diego Comic-Con, which was held virtually. Ed Catto: My love for comic books volved in that space. COURTESY OF ED CATTO and pop culture stretches back to when I was a little kid, probably in- ED: You also teach in the School promote comic conventions, but the … In this world we live in, people understanding and a foundation for spired by the Adam West Batman TV of Business. How does your love for other ones are traditional business are figuring out all different ways to analyzing what’s going to happen show. My mom and dad, as many comic books connect with the classes classes, and every now and again I’ll get their stories out there. In 1935, … when it comes to entertainment people of their generation, were read- that you teach as a marketing execu- drag someone from the world of en- it was all about striking a deal with entrepreneurs, no one knows. I don’t ers of comic books. … So, I became tive? Also, do you ever teach anything tertainment or pop culture in to be a a newspaper syndicate and getting know and anyone who tells you they a voracious reader as a kid, and then in class about the work you do as guest speaker. a deal like Alex Raymond did or know is wrong. We’ve seen theatrical one of the things, believe it or not, that a historian? Chester Gould to have a comic strip in moviemaking kind of collapse with the sparked my passion for this is going to EC: Really, my main focus in the ED: Are there any entertainment the newspapers. advent of streaming and COVID. It’s Ithacon, way back in the 70s. So about business school is teaching business entrepreneurs in particular that you going to be really different as we go 45 years ago, I went to Ithacon num- classes. I teach some intro classes admire or that you admire or take a ED: In your field, where do you forward, we’ve seen publishing greatly ber two … because I grew up about … and then my real focus is entre- particular interest in? see the entertainment and entrepre- shift gears. an hour from Ithaca. When I went preneurism in startups, we’ve made it EC: Yes … There’s many ... folks neurship that you study as a business there, it kind of blew my mind, so I’ve a minor. One class I teach is Ithacon, in the entertainment industry that professor and as a historian headed? CONTACT ELIJAH DE CASTRO always had that kind of love. where we have students manage and have real passion for storytelling EC: History does give us a great [email protected]

IC student creates page to share art opportunities

BY EVA SALZMAN to build the accounts to reach more students With all of the ensembles, acapella groups, at the college. choirs and dance companies at Ithaca College, “My goal this year is to just get the attrac- it can be easy for students looking to get in- tion, to get more people to know about it,” volved in the arts to get overwhelmed. Wallis said. “We have such a diverse artistic Junior Sheila Wallis, a theatre studies and community here, and I wanted it to be for any- music double major, felt the same way. With thing, just one unified, centralized location, so many opportunities floating around cam- just to make it simpler for everyone involved.” pus on flyers, bulletin boards and hallways, Wallis said she mainly finds opportunities she did not know all of the options available through different organizations’ Instagram to her. In order to make finding artistic orga- pages and reposts them onto @ICartisti- nizations less overwhelming, Wallis started the coppurtunites’s Instagram stories. She said Facebook page “Ithaca College Arts, Auditions running the pages by herself can be difficult and Opportunities,” which currently has 173 because she has to constantly be up to date likes, and @ICArtisticOpportunities, on Ins- with what clubs around campus are posting. tagram, with 125 followers, to centralize the “Right now it’s just me creating the folders, multitude of auditions and creative job oppor- creating the highlights,” Wallis said. “Since we’re tunities offered at the college. kind of entering the prime audition season for Junior Sheila Wallis created the ICArtisticOpportunities social media accounts as a way to While students have IC Engage to look for things like [Defy Dance Company] and all the centralize and share creative opportunities and events for Ithaca College students. opportunities on campus, the site displays acapella groups, I feel like this is like the per- ELEANOR KAY/THE ITHACAN every organization on campus, not just arts fect time for me to start streamlining things.” organizations. The IC Artistic Opportunities Junior Linnea Carchedi said she has to clubs and their potential participants. Fieri also said that with the number of page has a specific focus and a designated watched Wallis go through the process of “​​Looking at the page, I knew it was going people involved in the arts on campus, it target audience. creating the accounts and that Wallis, despite to be super special and valuable for the artis- can be hard to know who exactly to market Wallis said she started the Facebook page the obstacle of the COVID-19 pandemic, has tic community at IC,” Carchedi said. “As the opportuties to. in Spring 2020 before the college transitioned been smart and enthusiastic about building co-director of an artistic organization that is “When trying to get the word out, it’s to remote learning as a result of the COVID-19 a following. looking for new members, Sheila’s account important to use every possible resource pandemic. Wallis said that because of this, the “But despite this major setback, she per- makes me optimistic about the possibility of to do so in order to reach as many people account never had the chance to establish a sisted and created the Instagram account to getting more interest.” as we can,” Fieri said via email. “The more presence. With the return to campus for Fall reintroduce her idea to IC, which was very Junior Sammi Fieri, president of Premium information we have out there, the more 2021 and audition season ramping up with smart as many IC clubs and organizations op- Blend, Ithaca College’s only all-female aligned people we get to hear sing.” in-person student organization meetings, Wal- erate on Instagram,” Carchedi said via email. acapella group, said the account is a great lis started an Instagram for the page before Carchedi is a co-director of Ithaca College resource for organizations that are looking to CONTACT EVA SALZMAN summer 2021 began. She said she is hoping Showchoir and said the account is beneficial publicize their audition information. [email protected] 16 | REVIEWS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

POPPED Thriller wastes timely concept MOVIE REVIEW: “Sweet Girl” Netflix CULTURE BY ELIJAH DE CASTRO crooks in the pharmaceutical There is not much to say industry is better material for a about Jason Momoa’s latest modern drama. Regardless, Mo- tone-deaf thriller, “Sweet Girl.” moa suits the role of Cooper and The sexist culture A Netflix project produced by gives the impression of a Bernie Momoa himself, “Sweet Girl” is Sanders-supporting countryman of video gaming somewhere between the fun of from rural New Hampshire. His B-list action-thriller movies and overstated relationship to Rachel BY AVERY ALEXANDER C-list trash. would be serviceable had the rest Video games have long been associated As burly as Aquaman and of the film not just gone through with masculine norms. Due to this culture of as dangerous as Khal Drogo, the motions. perceived masculinity, women who want to Momoa plays Ray Cooper, a As Cooper takes on Big Phar- break into the hobby and the industry itself widower out for blood. After ma, he gets himself deep into a face no shortage of discrimination. his wife Amanda (Adria Arjona) conspiracy involving nameless The internet is littered with distasteful ar- dies because she was denied henchmen and crooked politi- guments disparaging games that are popular a life-saving cancer treatment, cians. Cooper and Rachel go on among women. I can’t count how many times he targets Simon Keeley (Jus- the run, attempting to reach the I’ve been reminded by fellow gamers that tin Bartha), a healthcare czar Canadian border before hitmen anything other than “Halo” or “Call of Duty” whose company, BioPrime, cre- hunt them down. The journey is invalid. ated and stalled production of doesn’t present anything new to One popular copypasta — bits of text that the treatment. His wife is sur- viewers that they haven’t seen in have been copied and circulated around the vived by his daughter Rachel previous C-list action movies be- internet as memes — does a brilliant job at (Isabela Merced). fore. The cinematography is fine, poking fun at some of the misogynistic atti- There is something re- action scenes fail to impress and tudes in the gaming community. spectable about the concept pseudo-poetic lines of platitude “No, you’re NOT a real gamer,” it hilari- behind “Sweet Girl,” merging attempt to emphasize Cooper and ously states. “I’m so sick of all these people the American healthcare disas- Rachel’s kinship. that think [sic] they’re gamers. No, you’re not. ter with a classic revenge story The majority of “Sweet Girl” “Sweet Girl” takes a respectable concept about healthcare … DEAR ALL WOMEN: Pokémon is not a real is more timely than ever. There is fairly neutral, never creating in America but fails to give it the substance it deserves. COURTESY OF NETFLIX game. ‘Animal Crossing’ is not a real game. is a level of believability in the much substance or presenting its ‘The Sims’ is not a real game. Mario is not a pitch too, because polls find unique concept from a unique defeat the antagonist. “overstaying its welcome.” Had real game. ‘Stardew Valley’ is not a real game. most Americans live in fear of perspective. The filmmakers use It’s all disappointing, and an it moved forward on its previ- Mobile games are not real games. Put down the cost of healthcare. How- shaky cam during action set- easy way out. This is made worse ous trajectory of mediocrity, the baby games and play something that re- ever, “Sweet Girl” never rises pieces, a cheap trick to give the by the final twist — an M. Night it might have a brighter legacy quires challenge and skill for once.” above being a boilerplate action scene energy. They love having Shyamalan-style catastrophe that as a single-watch, workmanlike Obviously, this is an exaggeration. Al- movie with stale antics, leaving characters smash through tables, is not nearly as smart as it thinks action-thriller. though darkly humorous, I wish that was behind mild disappointment chairs and walls (as if the amount it is. The twist, which is entirely Instead, “Sweet Girl” is the all it was. This patronizing attitude from over an action movie that could of broken furniture makes an unnecessary, indicates to a slop- best that a straight-to-video action toxic, male gamers is very real. Twitter user have been. action scene). These scenes are py writers room that the rest of movie can be with equal parts @GamerTakes who runs a page called Perhaps action isn’t the right filled with numerous banalities the film had done a good job of boredom and eye-rolls. S----yGamerTakes, has done a lot of work genre for “Sweet Girl,” because and cliches, like the voice of a hiding. It stretches what should

compiling, as the name implies, terrible opin- undertaking the tragedy of a deceased loved one inspiring be a short, 90-minute thriller CONTACT ELIJAH DE CASTRO ions from gamers. Miraculously, a lot of the man who loses his wife to the the hero to revive themself and into a 110-minute epitome of [email protected] featured comments are from, you guessed it, men. My personal favorite s----- take was made in response to a criticism that Ubisoft’s creative directors are disproportionately male. For Sci-fi movie lacks substance reference, male directors and game designers outnumber women in the American gaming MOVIE REVIEW: “Reminiscence” FilmNation Entertainment industry by 68%. A defensive gamer says, “Bro most gamers are men. Why would women become directors in an industry they don’t care about?” BY SYDNEY BRUMFIELD viewers never get to see. Rising oceans are The fallacy at play here is that the lack In a world facing the aftermath of a vague- slowly covering the world, internment camps of representation for women in the gaming ly depicted war and where the climate crisis divide the United States again, a war between industry is somehow the fault of women them- has caused the oceans to submerge the coast- two unspecified countries still has lasting ef- selves. They don’t play games, hence they lines, “Reminiscence” tells an unbearably fects and the wealth gap continues to grow don’t work in the industry. Instead of facing pessimistic tale with little substance. Direct- even larger. This is a lot for viewers to un- By the end of the film, Nick is still selfish the fact that lack of representation might be a ed and written by Lisa Joy, “Reminiscence” is pack, especially when it has nothing to do and never suffers any consequences. COURTESY OF FILMNATION ENTERTAINMENT reflection of the toxicity of the industry itself, not the environmental sci-fi film it thinks it is. with Nick’s mission to find Mae. Rather than gamers like the one above would rather blame In the now completely flooded city of working in tandem with the conflict, this en- women for being oppressed. Miami, Nick Bannister (Hugh Jackman) runs vironment muddles the plot and serves as on-the-nose dialogue that explains a charac- Not only is this incredibly damaging, a small firm that allows clients to revisit old distracting background noise. ter’s nature, rather than showing it to the but the claim that “most gamers are men” is memories through a pod-like device. The “Reminiscence” has so many poorly struc- viewer. inherently incorrect. police and district attorney’s office also use tured plot points that it becomes increasingly Character development is nonexistent in I’ve already discussed the issue of discrimi- this poorly described technology to bait crim- hard to follow. The film is a missed attempt at “Reminiscence.” Throughout the first half of nation and gatekeeping in a previous column. inals into revealing their crimes through their combining the noir, sci-fi and action genres. the film, Nick severs relationships, throws That article was mainly about racism, but memories. Nick is hired by the D.A. to help For example, a long stretch of dramatic, ex- away his career and self-medicates with alco- gatekeeping is a reality that all nerds who ar- take down Walter Sylvan (Brett Cullen), one positional voiceover is suddenly interrupted hol, all while he makes strange attempts to en’t neurotypical, able-bodied, straight, white of the wealthiest men in Miami. However, by an intense shootout scene set to “Tainted find Mae. Instead of having any arc, by the men have to deal with. Similar to when white things take a turn for the worst when Nick’s Love” by the Scorpions. Scenes like this cul- end of the film he is still self-centered and nerds become defensive when a person of new girlfriend Mae (Rebecca Ferguson) minate into a film that appears to be unsure never suffers any consequences. Mae also has color enters nerdy spaces, male gamers are vanishes without a trace. Nick haphazardly about what it is. little development or presence on the screen, also capable of becoming defensive against throws all priorities out the window as he The characters’ thin motivations are aside from being Nick’s obsession. female gamers. risks it all to find Mae and learn about her never seen or elaborated on. Characters “Reminiscence” is trying to do too much desolate past with underground drug and constantly repeat phrases like “Back in the in the time constraint placed upon a feature mob dealings. war” and “When the waves came” to explain film. The environment and plot had a lot of POPPED CULTURE is a weekly column, written by Life & Culture staff writers, that analyzes pop The world that “Reminiscence” takes why they act tough or brutish, which is just potential to be great, but it missed the mark. culture events. Avery Alexander is a senior English place in is full of too many unnecessary de- poor writing. The viewer is expected to ac- major. Contact her at [email protected]. CONTACT SYDNEY BRUMFIELD tails that describe an overwhelming past that cept how these characters behave based on [email protected] THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 REVIEWS |17 Kanye pushes stylistic boundaries QUICKIES

ALBUM REVIEW: “DONDA”

BY JACKSON NOEL after his deceased mother, Fourteen months after Kanye whom West was incredibly close West first announced “Donda,” with, “Donda” makes its en- the album arrived onto stream- trance as a personal statement ing services at 8 a.m. Aug. 29. for the artist. That second detail is an im- The release of “Donda” portant one for the born-again was impacted by a thick string Christian hip-hop artist who of self-imposed controversies rarely arrives on time and seems from the inclusion of blatant to love deliberately prodding homophobe DaBaby on the COURTESY OF MCA NASHVILLE / SONY MUSIC his fans. On “Donda,” West’s track “Jail pt 2” and reviled rock- unparalleled musical genius star Marilyn Manson appearing “JUSTIFIED” Kacey Musgraves, MCA Nashville/Sony Music yet again gets muddled within onstage at the last listening frustrating and quite frankly party months after his horrific Pop-country icon Kacey Musgraves irresponsible controversy. abuse allegations came to light. sings of lost love and the healing process that accompanies it on her Why “Donda” never arrived These controversies should not new single, “justified.” The artist on its original release date of be surprising to those famil- offers anecdotal wisdom in a warm July 22, 2020, no one will ever iar with the numerous ordeals musical arrangement. know. However, since West is which followed West for his no stranger to delayed release entire career. The extent to After teasing fans through a series of hints and over-the-top dates, canceled projects and which West’s bizarre and reck- performances, Kanye West has finallly released “Donda.” extremely prolonged rollouts, it less public image impacts COURTESY OF ROCK THE WORLD should count as a blessing that the music itself has always “Donda” even came out in the been up to the listener, but middle-aged braggadocio of “Off like “Junya,” “Praise God” and first place. either way West’s unethical pre- the Grid” feels in line with the “Hurricane,” centering around West also publicly toured sentation taints “Donda” from harder-hitting cuts off that 2016 one or two instrumental ideas three drastically different ver- all corners. album. However, aside from carrying them to their natural sions of the album across his None of this gets to what a few sonic similarities here conclusion. Eventually, the al- listening parties held at Atlan- the music actually sounds and there alongside the vague bum settles into an airier second ta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium — like, which is to say just thematic undercurrent of Chris- half with highlights that include where he apparently lived until as boundary-pushing and tianity, “Donda” sounds like the heavenly “Come to Life.” the album was finished — and forward-thinking as the artist’s West concluding an era of his Rather than reaching for COURTESY OF INDEPENDENT then at Chicago’s Soldier Field numerous other masterpiec- career that began with 2013’s something different, “Donda’’ “SUGAR” Stadium on Aug. 26. These two es. Within West’s discography, “Yeezus” while entering into finds West taking stock of the Men I Trust, Independent cities are crucial to West’s my- the closest reference point for something new. tribulations around him. The thology with him being born “Donda” would be his most ex- On an initial listen, the work results in a product of id- Dreamy synths, funky bass and ethereal in Atlanta and moving to the perimental album, “The Life of album’s sequencing sounds iosyncrasy, held back by its own vocals are what make Men I Trust, Men I Trust. If you can’t get enough of the Windy City when he was three, Pablo.” The choir-backed “God assembled entirely at random. ambition and musical detours. band’s unique style, its track “Sugar” where he ended up falling into Breathed” feels reminiscent Much of the first half consists is perfect for you. CONTACT JACKSON NOEL the city’s hip-hop scene. Named of “Ultralight Beam” and the of bass-heavy barn-burners [email protected] Lorde enters a new era with lighthearted album

ALBUM REVIEW: “Solar Power”

BY DARIENE SEIFERT reprises what she did for “Solar Power” by COURTESY OF MSFTSMUSIC / ROC NATION RECORDS, LLC After four years of radio silence, Lorde gorgeously echoing the song’s name. There has returned with her third studio al- is also an odd yet charming spoken word “STILL IN LOVE” Jaden, MSFTSMusic / Roc Nation Records, LLC bum “Solar Power.” A complete departure section at the end of “Secrets from a Girl” by from her previous blissfully melanchol- Swedish singer-songwriter Robyn: “Thank Lorde, who is known for her darker tracks, The age-old question returns: is it talent or ic albums, “Solar Power” expresses the you for flying with Strange Airlines … Your tries something new. is it nepotism? Jaden’s latest release, “Still COURTESY OF UNIVERSAL MUSIC NEW ZEALAND In Love,” proves it’s a little bit of both — but complications of fame and identity through emotional baggage can be picked up at car- mainly the latter. an ethereal sound. ousel number two.” splendidly utilizes her vocals to create an The title track encapsulates the entire While most of the album is vibrant and other-worldly atmosphere. album. A sense of freedom and escapism bright, Lorde reveals a solemn side with The album closes out on “Oceanic Feel- through nature reverberates through the “California” and the surprisingly sentimen- ing,” where Lorde ponders over her past mirthful instrumentals. Lorde even adds tal “Stoned at the Nail Salon.” “California” and future but reminds herself to focus some humor in the lyrics: “Come one, come shows Lorde’s conflicting emotions about on the now. The track is approximately all, I’ll tell you my secrets / I’m kinda like a the state since it has given her powerful, ar- seven minutes long, but Lorde never bores prettier Jesus.” The outro of the song is a tistic status, yet, it has also been a source of while she discusses subjects like her family burst of energy, as Lorde’s heavenly vocals scrutiny since the West Coast’s social pres- and career. echo the album’s name. sure has clashed with memorable moments With twelve songs, as well as bo- This is also Lorde’s second time collab- in her career. The fluctuation between the nus tracks “Helen of Troy” and “Hold orating with producer Jack Antonoff, who low and high notes of the vocals further No Grudge” from the deluxe edition, worked with Lorde on her sophomore al- shows this ambivalence. “Stoned at the Nail “Solar Power” is a beautifully hypnotic

bum, “Melodrama.” The singer-songwriter Salon” strips away the layers of resonance, album. While the instrumental is fantastic, COURTESY OF INTERSCOPE RECORDS uses clever techniques to create the sound leaving Lorde at her most vulnerable as she Lorde’s vocals are the true pillars. Lorde and of her new album. Lorde’s voice is empha- explains her concern for the future. The Antonoff make an incredible team — with “999 (WITH CAMILO)” sized with reverb, which is most notable only instrumental is a light strumming of each song offering something extraordi- Selena Gomez, Camilo, Interscope Records in the tracks “The Path” and “Secrets from a guitar. narily enjoyable, whether that’s basking in While Gomez fans support the artist’s a Girl (Who’s Seen it All).” The former fea- “Fallen Fruit” is reminiscent of Wood- the sun or being stuck in an existential, return to her Spanish language roots tures Lorde’s vocals resembling an angelic stock with late ‘60s inspired instrumentals euphoric airport. after the release of her Spanish EP, choir accompanied by guitar, drums and and imagery: “Psychedelic garlands in our there is a good chance they won’t appreciate the painfully over-the-top horns. “Secrets from a Girl” is fast-paced hair / Through the halls of splendor where CONTACT DARIENE SEIFERT pitch correction on Gomez’s vocals. in both vocals and instrumentals. Lorde the apple trees all grew.” Once again, Lorde [email protected] THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 THE ITHACAN | 18 INTRODUCING OUR PODCASTS

The Intersection with Frankie Walls

Throughout this series, Walls will connect with members of the Ithaca College community to discuss how their identities make up who they are in the world and within the community. Life experience, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and so much more shape who we are and who we wish to be in the world.

How IC Sports with Arla Davis

How IC Sports is a podcast about Ithaca College sports and student athletes. Each episode, host Arla Davis sits down with athletes across campus to discuss their experience as a student athlete.

Deja View with Sydney Brumfield

Each week, host Sydney Brumfield watches and analyzes new releases and compares them to the classic movies that influenced them.

Re:Mixing with Eva Salzman

In Re:Mixing, a music analysis and criticism podcast, host Eva Salzman asks guests to create a playlist with songs that represent some part of who they are. SPORTS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 19

PREPARING TO LIFT-OFF THIS FALL

IC VOLLEYBALL COMPETES TO STAY FIT

The Ithaca College volleyball team prepared for the 2021 season by holding its annual lift-off competition, keeping its athletes focused during the summer. While the team holds the event every year, this summer’s training also served the purpose of keeping the players connected during the offseason, particularly after the 2020 season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. FILE PHOTO/THE ITHACAN

BY TOMMY MUMAU that wins the competition will not have to effort to be mindful of the challenges that the training efforts show its desire to improve carry equipment when the squad travels pandemic has presented to its underclassmen, and reach its full potential when the season After the Liberty League’s cancellation of to compete against opposing schools. and have kept in touch with their teammates opened against SUNY Cortland on Sept. 1 at the Fall 2020 campaign due to the COVID-19 The competition was completed remote- throughout the offseason. Ben Light Gymnasium. pandemic, teams have put a strong empha- ly, because the players prepared for the “It was something that was definite- “It’s a sign that they’re ready for a season, a sis on offseason training. The Ithaca College upcoming season from their homes through- ly in the forefront of our mind [for] just sign that they’re looking forward to it,” Dulfer volleyball team took initiative in its training out the summer. The players kept track of the upperclassmen or returning players to really said. “They want to make sure that everyone this summer to ensure that it was prepared workouts they completed by logging it on a be checking on the girls that are coming in,” comes and comes back in shape and ready to for competition. spreadsheet document, and sending a pho- O’Leary said. “They’re still new, there’s still go, so that we don’t get injured [and] we can However, this summer’s competition has to of their workout in the team’s Snapchat a lot we have experienced, that we have not hit the ground running.” had a greater impact than past years by keep- group chat. had the full Ithaca College experience. So, Pitts said she believes that the compe- ing the team connected despite challenges Pitts said this helped keep each oth- just keeping that in mind and talking to them tition played an important role in helping presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. er motivated and on task through this more often than we usually would.” the team stay motivated and on task for the Each summer the volleyball team training process. On the court, Lyn Hayashi said she be- upcoming campaign. participates in a player-coordinated exercise “We use the Snapchat group chat as well, lieves that the activities put the team in a “It just keeps our mindset in the right competition called the “lift-offs,” to keep it so everytime that you add something into the position where it was better prepared to place,” Pitts said. “It’s about making sure prepared for the season ahead. Other teams excel document, you also have to send a Snap- compete when they came back to South Hill that we’re prepared for the upcoming sea- at the college have held similar competitions. chat,” Pitts said. in mid-August. son, making sure that we’re consistently Senior volleyball captain Jordyn Lyn Ha- Lyn Hayashi said these extra activities were “We all came in more conditioned than staying in shape for our teammates, not just yashi said she believes the competition was an integral part of the competition for the the year before,” Lyn Hayashi said. “So, I for ourselves. It just kind of serves as an an- a good way to keep the team focused over players, serving as a motivating factor to both definitely think that the summer competition chor mentally, as to what we need to be doing the summer as it prepared for its return to win the event and improve their game. over the summer definitely prepared us for to prepare for this upcoming season.” the court. “You want to put in extra work to win the this season.” “It helps all of us stay fit over the summer,” competition, but it’s also benefiting you in Dulfer said he believes that his team’s CONTACT TOMMY MUMAU [email protected] Hayashi said. “It helps us stay conditioned, the long run,” Lyn Hayashi said. “I definite- and I think it also allows us to build strength. ly think that helps prepare us even more for So I definitely think that it prepared us in this season.” the sense that we all came in stronger than Lyn Hayashi said she thinks the competi- the year before.” tion served as a way to maintain the team’s Lead coach Johan Dulfer said he was proud bond during the summer. that his team took the initiative to maintain “I think this helped us in the sense that we this routine during the summer. were able to see each other’s faces through “During the offseason, we’re not allowed the screen as much as possible,” Lyn Hayashi to work with them,” Dulfer said. “So, it’s said. “Every time we would finish something, just a sign of dedication on their part that we would send it into the [Snapchat] group they’re setting it up as a competition and chat. And also, I think that helped us because they’re keeping each other accountable.” we would also communicate within our small Junior captain Jennifer Pitts said the groups to check-in and see how everyone in group was divided into teams of three to four our small groups were doing.” people, generally consisting of players from Maintaining this connection was a focus the sophomore, junior and senior classes, during this past offseason. The cancellation while freshmen were given a different of the 2020 season prevented the team workout program. The team completed from competing together for approximately certain exercises that the team’s strength two years. and conditioning coach assigned on “lift This presented the team with a unique cards” before the team left campus for roster situation, in which its freshman and the summer. sophomore classes have not yet competed at The Ithaca College volleyball team went 20-11 in 2019 and advanced to the third round of the Pitts said the team has not yet tallied the the collegiate level. Junior Camryn O’Leary NCAA Tournament. The team hopes its summer training helps propel it further this year. point totals from this summer, but the group said the team’s veterans have made a strong ALYSSA BEEBE/THE ITHACAN 20 | SPORTS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

THE BOMBERS ROUNDUP The Ithacan provides statistical updates on all the Bombers’ varsity squads during the season

The Ithaca College field hockey team starts its season with a win against Utica College on Sep.1. The Bombers went 12-7 in 2019 and were 6-1 in league play. ABBEY LONDON/THE ITHACAN WOMEN’S SOCCER

NEXT GAME: 5-1 Noon Sept. 4 against Wilkes University at Carp ITHACA SEP. 1 ELMIRA Wood Field The Ithaca College women’s soccer team defeated Elmira College 5-1 in its season opener. The Bombers have now won 17 consecutive games against the Soaring Eagles, dating back to 2004. ASH BAILOT/THE ITHACAN GOLF FIELD HOCKEY AUG. 28 VS. WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGE

NAME ACHIEVEMENT SCORE NEXT GAME: 2-1 Noon Sep. 4 against Mary Gersec 1st 84 St. John Fisher College in Cristea Park 2nd 85 Rochester, New York Rheanna DeCrow 3rd 87 ITHACA SEP. 1 UTICA Caitlin McGrinder 5th 89 Katherine Chan 6th 90

NEXT MATCH: Time TBA Sep. 4 against St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York SPECTATOR POLICY The Liberty League and Ithaca College have released updated spectator policies prior to the start of the fall athletic season. The Liberty League said in its policy that spectators must follow state and local guidelines, as well as institutional policies. Visiting teams will be informed of an institution’s policies before they arrive. The Liberty League also urged all spectators to look over COVID-19 policies on member websites before attending any event. Ithaca College stated that it is operating at full capacity for both indoor and outdoor venues. For unvaccinated indi- viduals, masks are required to be worn correctly for indoor and outdoor events, and six feet of distancing where pos- sible for outside events. For vaccinated individuals, masks are encouraged, but not required for outside events. No spectators are allowed to be on the field of play at any time. If they plan to meet with players or coaches, they must coordinate a time and place after the event concludes and away from the venue.

The Ithaca College men’s soccer team started its 2021 season in Buffalo at Medaille College on Sept. 1. The team went 13-6-2 in 2019 and made an appearance in the NCAA Tournament. ABBEY LONDON/THE ITHACAN THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 SPORTS | 21 IC alumni cover Little League World Series

BY CONNOR WOOD for a national outlet, having tons of eyes on my stories, it was a super When the annual Little League cool experience.” World Series began play in Williams- Ravech has worked for ESPN port, Pennsylvania on Aug. 19, Ithaca since 1993, and he has been cover- College was well represented with ing the Little League World Series for two alumni covering the events. the network since 2003. He said this The Little League World Series event is much more than about the is an annual youth baseball tour- game of baseball. nament that occurs in August. In “This is sort of like the Olympics typical years, eight teams from for Little League baseball where you the United States are invited, as have all countries represented,” Ra- well as eight international teams. vech said. “We cover this event more This year, 16 teams from the Unit- so to tell the stories of the kids.” ed States competed and the event This year, the Little League World ran from Aug. 19 to 29 when the Series did not include international team from Taylor, Michigan won teams and only invited teams from the championship game. within the United States and specta- Karl Ravech ’87, who works tors were not allowed. for ESPN, broadcasted the games for Although this was Adams’s first the network. Emily Adams ’21 had a time at the Little League World From left, ESPN analysts Tim Kurkjian and Jessica Mendoza, Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout and Ithaca summer internship with USA Today Series, she said the atmosphere in College alumnus Karl Ravech ‘87 at the Little League World Series. Ravech has covered the event since 2003. Sports and traveled to Williamsport Williamsport still amazed her. COURTESY OF KARL RAVECH to cover the event. “I was blown away by how ener- Adams, a recent graduate from getic everything still felt,” she said. the college, said this was the first live “It was just fun watching the kids 400,000 pageviews. I would google about the tournament and had fun at Ithaca College is reflected in her sports event she had covered in two play, they’re so good … it was just Little League World Series and that covering the event. work, day-in and day-out.” years. Due to the cancellation of the cool to watch a bunch of 12 year olds story would pop up because I am a Ellen Staurowsky, professor in Speaking from his work and ac- Fall 2020 sports season and spec- who are more competent at sports 21 year old intern, so to have that the Department of Media Arts, Sci- ademic experience, Ravech said the tator restrictions during the Spring than I’ve ever been at anything.” kind of exposure was really wild.” ences and Studies at Ithaca College best advice he can give to media stu- 2021 sports season as a result of the Early in her stay at Williamsport, While Adams said she enjoyed said it would not surprise her if dents is to be ready to take on the COVID-19 pandemic, Adams has not Adams had a story receive national talking to all the kids and their Adams found herself covering simi- unexpected. been able to cover live sports since recognition after she wrote about families at the event, she said cover- larly prominent events. “I would make sure you focus 2019. the lone female participating in the ing Bruning held extra importance “She has always been so passion- on being your best and not having “It was such a cool experience, event, Ella Bruning, on Aug. 21. to her. ate with everything she has done,” any expectations,” Ravech said. “En- this being the first live sports I Bruning was the catcher for Texas in “Being able to be a female re- Staurowsky said. “She has been joy the unexpected twists and turns have covered since my sopho- the tournament. porter covering the only girl in the mature beyond her years profes- and take chances outside of your more year,” Adams said. “To be at “I did one story after a game competition, that was meaningful sionally, and when we look at the comfort zone.” the Little League World Series for about her and it totally blew up,” for me,” Adams said. work she has been doing, we see CONTACT CONNOR WOOD the first time and to be covering it Adams said. “The story has over Adams said she wrote 10 articles how what she did as a student here [email protected]

Baseball alum represents Team Israel in Olympics

BY CONNOR GLUNT been there before, so I figured that would be a pretty good spot to go. I thought I would go ​​This summer, Jake Rosenberg ’18 was for a couple of months, but it turned into a a part of history as he played in the 2020 multi-year long journey.” Summer Olympics in Tokyo for Israel’s first Rosenberg said he had coaching posi- Olympic baseball team. tions lined up for youth baseball teams in Rosenberg started his collegiate career Israel and was planning on only playing in a playing with Alvernia University in Reading, men’s league. Pennsylvania, before transferring to Ithaca “While I was out there, I was told about this College for his junior year. The outfielder team they were trying to form for the Olym- played baseball for the Bombers for two years pics,” Rosenberg said. “I felt like I would be before graduating. stupid to turn that down, so I decided to get The Israel national baseball team spent the citizenship and go on the Olympic journey.” last two years playing in tournaments in order Although Rosenberg did not plan to be to qualify for the Olympic games. The team involved as a player for Israel’s national team Jake Rosenberg ‘18 moved to Israel after graduating to help grow baseball’s popularity in placed inside the top five in the 2019 Euro- when he went to Israel, the news did not sur- the country, coaching its 16U and 18U national teams. He then made Team Israel in 2020. pean Baseball Championship, which gave it a prise his former Bombers teammate, Robby COURTESY OF JAKE ROSENBERG spot in the 2020 Olympic qualifiers. Buffis ’18. The team went on to win the tournament Buffis was in the same year as Rosenberg of the Israeli national team also took notice of and he’s a really hard worker.” with a record of 4-1 and became one of the six and transferred from Alvernia with him. Buff- Rosenberg and his dedication. Dean Pelman, Now that the Olympics have concluded, national baseball teams at the 2020 Summer is said whether it was practicing baseball or who graduated from University of Florida in Rosenberg is back home in Philadelphia. While Olympics. The team ended up placing fifth in playing a casual game of pickup basketball, 2017 and pitched for the Gators, said he and Rosenberg and the team had their sights set on the 2020 Summer Olympics. Rosenberg would never give anything less Rosenberg had similar personalities and styles a medal, he said the experience was priceless. However, prior to joining the team and than his all. on and off the diamond. “[It was] the best baseball experience I’ve moving to Israel, Rosenberg said he did “One thing you can never question about The two met early into Rosenberg’s time ever had,” Rosenberg said. “Being able to not envision himself playing baseball for Jake is his work ethic,” Buffis said. “He puts in Israel and bonded over baseball, basketball represent your second home in Israel on a Team Israel. in the time, he puts in the effort, and it’s al- and ping pong. Rosenberg did not speak any national stage is a dream come true. I made His father, who works for the Jewish Fed- ways 100 percent. ... Once he went to Israel, Hebrew, so he and Pelman grew close quickly. friends and memories to last a lifetime.” eration in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, shared I think he had more time to focus on that Pelman said Rosenberg’s involvement with Is- Rosenberg said he is not in a rush to get his connections with people who could get and fine tune his game. He was a solid player rael’s team was evidently beneficial at all levels back on the diamond. However, he said he is him in touch with Tel Aviv baseball, a club at Alvernia, and he was a very gifted player at he participated in. grateful for the opportunities baseball and the in Israel. Ithaca, but you can see how he refined his “We got to coach [together] and that Israeli team have presented him with. “I never got to travel abroad because of game and took that next step to the next level showed also how he was as a teammate and sports, so I knew I wanted to travel a little bit,” for international competition.” coach,” Pelman said. “He’s just a great role CONTACT CONNOR GLUNT Rosenberg said. “I am Jewish and I’ve never Shortly after arriving in Israel, members model for the kids. He does everything right [email protected] THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 SPORTS | 22 THE BUZZER The Ithacan’s breakdown of Ithaca College’s week in sports

ATHLETE OF THE WEEK COMPETITION OF THE WEEK MARY GERSEC, GOLF SOCCER VS. ELMIRA COLLEGE

Gersec placed 1st in the Ithaca College golf team’s first match of The Ithaca College women’s soccer team defeated Elmira the season against William Smith College on Aug. 28. She posted a College by a score of 5-1 on Sep. 1 at Carp Wood Field. Junior score of 84 (+12) that included three pars and a birdie on the front defenseman Rachel Richards led the way to victory for the nine holes, and added three pars on the back half of the course. Bombers, recording a total of three points with one goal scored. ANA MANIACI MCGOUGH/THE ITHACAN ASH BAILOT/THE ITHACAN

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FOOTBALL: 1 P.M. SEPT. 4 IN ITHACA

The Ithaca College football team kicks off its 2021 season in the Making sure that we’re team’s first matchup against Bridgewater State University in vs. consistently staying in program history. The Bombers went 8-3 for the third consecutive shape for our teammates, ITHACA BRIDGEWATER season in 2019. not just ourselves. It just kind of serves as an VOLLEYBALL: 4 P.M. SEPT. 4 IN ITHACA anchor mentally. The Ithaca College volleyball team hosts the Bomber Invita- tional Tournament, including a – Jennifer Pitts vs. matchup against the #6 ranked Volleyball Johns Hopkins University. The Bombers have a 1-3 record ITHACA JOHNS HOPKINS against the Blue Jays. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 THE ITHACAN | 23 Follow Our Socials

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From right, Kylie Knight, graduate physical therapy student, and sophomore Anne Culbert do guided yoga Aug. 29 on the lawn between the Athletics and Events Center and the outdoor pool as a part of the Fall Welcome program organized by the Office of New Student and Transition Programs. Fall Welcome events conclude with Fountain Fest on Sept. 5. BRENDAN IANNUCCI/THE ITHACAN