St. James changes I’m a Barbie girl They’re getting there News A4 Voice B3 Sports A12 Vol. 120 | No. 14 5 February 2016 Macklemore & Ryan Lewis perform at Bradley Concert sells out hours before show

BY SAMMANTHA DELLARIA was cool to actually see him live Copy Editor … it was cool that he was [on] our campus.” Bradley students showed ACBU President Jackie Myers, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis a junior journalism major, said by the “same love” as Wiz Khalifa sending the survey, the organi- when they performed last night in zation was able to consider all of Renaissance Coliseum. campus’ preferences. The Macklemore and Ryan “This is the second year that we Lewis concert sold out only hours sent out a survey to the students,” before the show began, with a Myers said. “We really wanted final attendance of 3,381. Concert- to integrate Bradley as a whole goers left the show with favorable into the process of picking [the reviews. performer] instead of having three “I thought [the show] was awe- people decide what we think cam- some,” Chris Spadafora, a senior pus wants.” industrial engineering major, said. After reviewing the results of “Probably one of the best concerts the survey in which Macklemore that I have been to.” and Ryan Lewis were the top Students attending the con- choice, ACBU submitted an offer cert said they enjoyed the way to the performer and negotiated Macklemore interacted with the the price. crowd, especially when he crowd Tickets sales opened to the pub- surfed during his encore. lic on Oct. 21, the Macklemore and “This was poetry in motion. By far one of the best live performers. [Macklemore] poured his soul out."

- Jason Banks Sophomore, computer information systems major

Ryan Lewis concert sold out their “That was poetry in motion,” public section in mid-January. Jason Banks, a sophomore com- Myers said the trend in ticket sales puter information systems major, differed from last year’s ticket said. “By far one of the best live sales when Wiz Khalifa performed performers. [Macklemore] poured on campus. his soul out.” “Macklemore and Ryan Lewis The Activities Council of has been selling more continuous- Bradley University (ACBU) decid- ly,” Myers said. “Whereas, Wiz photo by Anna Foley ed on the concert, which was Khalifa sold out in, like, the last Macklemore and Ryan Lewis performed in Renaissance Coliseum last night. Tickets sold out the morning of announced Oct. 12 after sending two weeks and [Wiz Khalifa ticket the concert, with a final attendance of 3,381 people. a survey with a list of potential sales] weren’t as consistent.” artists to the student body with the Myers said because the Wiz request that students vote on the Khalifa show did sell out, ACBU Ryan Lewis concert did not sell so that more students can come,” Bradley students a memorable performer of their choice. decided to extend the pit section out as fast. Myers said. experience. “I knew a few of his songs,” to fit about 300 more students, “With Macklemore and Ryan Myers said that being able to “It’s a treat for the students,” Caroline Letzel, a sophomore pub- which is why the Macklemore and Lewis, we extended the pit so that put on an affordable, but exciting, Myers said. “Seeing a four-time lic relations major, said. “But it there [were] more tickets available show is rewarding because it gives Grammy-winning artist.” A2 THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 NEWS BRIEFS POLICE REPORTS

• Officers responded to a motor vehicle accident at 3:18 a.m. Bradley Ballroom offers lessons Saturday, on the 800 block of University Street. Three non-students were arguing while in a parked car, and as one male passenger exited Bradley Ballroom will perform at Body Fitness’ Valentines Day dance from 7:00 p.m. to the vehicle, he was struck by an oncoming vehicle. 11:30 p.m. next Saturday, Feb. 13 at 3020 N University. The male was uninjured and refused medical treatment. He is not pressing charges. Bradley Ballroom offers lessons every Monday night on the second floor of Markin Recreational Center from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The group teaches dances like the Rumba, Foxtrot, waltz and the tango. • An officer performing rounds stopped a group of five stu- dents outside of Williams Hall at 11:44 p.m. Jan. 28. The officer noticed No prior dancing experience or partner is required to join. the students were drinking, and after the five were stopped, two stu- dents ran away. For more information, students can email the organization at [email protected] The two were issued municipal ordinance violation citations, and all five individuals were detained.

Admissions Office accepting STARs applications • An officer received a report of a female student making threats to another female student at 9 p.m. Jan. 29 on the 800 block of The Admissions Office is now accepting applications for Student Admission Representatives N. Tobias Lane. (STARs) for the 2016-2017 academic year. The victim reported she received text message and voicemail threats, and the first female was issued a notice to appear in court. STARs provide guided tours of Bradley’s campus to prospective students and act as recruit- ers for the university. The STARs position is paid and is flexible with students’ schedules, so the position will not interfere with coursework. • Officers received a report of domestic battery at 5:07 a.m. Sunday. A female student on the 800 block of N. Underhill Street Students applying to be a STAR should be enthusiastic about Bradley. reported a male non-student was repeatedly yelling at her and poking her face. She retaliated and slapped his hand away. Applications for the STARs position can be found in the Admissions Office in the Visitor’s The male was arrested, and the female student refused medical Center and are due by Feb. 24. treatment and counseling.

For questions regarding the STARs position or the application, students can email the Assistant Director of Admissions Cory Craig at [email protected]. • A hall director reported a racist hate word carved into an elevator at University Hall to police at 11:20 p.m. Monday. The van- dalism was discovered and reported to the hall director by a resident advisor, and another student took digital photos to present to the Fit Fair teaches healthy living BUPD. The suspect remains unknown. Get Fit, Stay Fit will be hosting its annual Fit Fair today from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Markin Recreational Center.

Get Fit, Stay Fit is a program developed by various Bradley departments aimed at incentiv- izing the Hilltop to exercise and eat healthier.

The Fit Fair will feature 30 vendors and raffle prizes, including a FitBit, Apple Watch, GPS Watch, BOSU Ball, punching bag and more.

The Fit Fair is free to all students, faculty and staff.

Black History Month: Calendar of events Black History Month events Tuesday, Feb. 9 turing the Bradley Speech Team Thursday, Feb. 25 on the Hilltop have officially Sponsored by Delta Sigma Mardi Gras Celebration Friday, Feb. 19 Sponsored by the African begun, lasting from now until Theta Sorority, Inc. Wednesday, Feb. 17 Sponsored by the Bradley American Studies-History Feb. 29. The Black History Month 7:13 p.m. in the Library Room Sponsored by Students United University Speech Team Department Planning Committee, consisting for Change 7 p.m. in Neumiller Lecture 7 p.m. in the Wyckoff Room of of various organizations, students Know Your Vote 5 p.m. in the Michel Student Hall the Cullom-Davis Library and educators, has come together Wednesday, Feb. 10 Center Ballroom to celebrate, advocate for diversi- Sponsored by Delta Sigma The Power of Words Dialogues on Diversity ty and educate the campus during Theta Sorority, Inc. Literary Reading by Sharon Saturday, Feb. 20 Friday, Feb. 26 the month of February. 7:30 p.m. in Baker B54 Flake Sponsored by Sigma Lambda Sponsored by Activities Wednesday, Feb. 17 Gamma Colony Council of Bradley University Check out a full schedule of “Backpacks to Briefcases” Sponsored by the English 6 p.m. location TBA 7 p.m. in Marty Theater events planned for Black History speech by Drew Butts Department Month below. Thursday, Feb. 11 7:30 p.m. in the Peplow Black Excellence Ball Nicole Byer: Girl Code Sponsored by Enterprise, Delta Pavilion Sunday, Feb. 21 Saturday, Feb. 27 Red Rose Event Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Sponsored by Black Student Sponsored by Activities Monday, Feb. 8 Office of Diversity and Inclusion Andrea Gibson: A Night of Alliance Council of Bradley University Sponsored by Delta Sigma 6 p.m. in the Michel Student Poetry 6 p.m. in the Michel Student 7 p.m. in the Michel Student Theta Sorority, Inc. Center executive suite Thursday, Feb. 18 Center Ballroom Center Ballroom 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the Michel Sponsored by Common Student Center Black History Ceremony Ground “The N-Word” Panel Black History Showcase Friday, Feb. 12 8 p.m. in the Michel Student Discussion Saturday, Feb. 27 Voter Registration Drive Sponsored by Delta Sigma Center Ballroom Tuesday, Feb. 23 Sponsored by the Speech Team Tuesday, Feb. 9 Theta Sorority, Inc. Sponsored by the Office of 7 p.m. in Marty Theater Sponsored by the Office of 7 p.m. in the Hayden-Clarke “The Mountaintop” Student Diversity and Inclusion Diversity and Inclusion Alumni Center Gathering and Reception 6 p.m. in the Garret Cultural Information taken from Bring your current address and Friday, Feb. 19 Center http://dotcms.bradley.edu/ driver’s license or state ID to reg- Black History Bowl Sponsored by Black Student campuslife/diversity/programs/ ister to vote Tuesday, Feb. 16 Alliance “From Jena to Ferguson and heritage/? 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. in the Garrett Sponsored by Black Student 6 p.m. in the Garrett Cultural Beyond: Blackness and Black Cultural Center Alliance Center Political Consciousness in the 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in the Garrett Age of the Internet” by guest Books Over Bae Cultural Center Black History Showcase fea- speaker Jonathan Smith THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 A3 N St. James Complex adopts new leasing system

BY TORI MOSES Management, students signed Managing Editor leases for specific apartments, so they could choose and were guar- Students can start signing anteed the apartment they signed leases Feb. 9 to live in St. James for. With Colwell, the leases will Apartment Complex, but the sys- no longer guarantee a specific tem will look very different than address. in previous years. This aspect of the new system Greg Colwell, who took over has some students worried about management of St. James in July, being able to keep their current St. has instituted individual leasing. James apartment. “You are only responsible for “The fact that they wouldn’t your portion of the lease, so if any grandfather people in doesn’t of your roommates don’t pay their make sense to me,” junior sports portion, it’s not your problem,” communication major Andrew Colwell said. “It’s very beneficial Hegseth said. “If you already live to the students in that way.” somewhere, you should be able Colwell also set up leasing for to continue living there. I’m not students who will be studying living here next year, but if I was, abroad or graduating early. I’ve lived [in my apartment] for “We can sign you to a 7-month two years, so for my senior year lease, so you can save somewhere I wouldn’t be promised the same from $1,100 to about $2,300,” apartment, which is ridiculous.” Colwell said. However, Colwell doesn’t In previous years, students anticipate problems. could start renewing leases for St. “When people come in to sign James in September, but Colwell leases and they say, ‘I’d like to stay changed that. living where I’m at,’ or, ‘I’d like “I decided that was way too to have a third floor apartment or editorial cartoon by Megan Bammann early,” Colwell said. “We want to live in this building,’ we take to give people time to settle into those requests … and then we try “Communication? What’s that?” the school year, which is why we to make them happen as best we See editorial pg. A6 waited until January. We are also can,” Colwell said. “Our goal is to their requested roommates under match people up in the residence are wary of accepting the leasing giving students an opportunity to always have people return in their this system, but Colwell said it is halls,” Colwell said. “You have a renew later … [as late as] the week same apartments. That makes the his intention to room people with roommate request, and 99 percent before school starts.” most sense for everyone.” whom they want to live with. of the time you get that.” Under the previous man- Students also said they are con- “It works kind of like how they Still, some students said they see ST. JAMES A7 agement, Cambridge Property cerned about not being guaranteed Univ. president reviews plans for future, position at Bradley BY TESSA ARMICH most important person on campus, gy to deliver education in a more Editor-in-Chief and Bradley is currently search- efficient way without losing the ing for the perfect fit. During his unique values that a residential With his first month behind reception with students Jan. 20, four-year college experience pro- him, university President Gary Roberts said a new provost will vides.” Roberts sat down with The Scout hopefully be in position by this When looking forward to the yesterday to discuss his plans for summer. future, Roberts advocated for the the university’s future and his role “There’s going to be a lot of need for collaboration and adap- in it. people who help me shape the tation. Roberts touched upon some of responsibilities of the provost,” “I’m convinced that the univer- the topics he previously covered Roberts said. “And the new pro- sities that make these adaptations during the speeches at welcome vost will help me shape that. It’s will survive and thrive because ceremonies, such as the role of not like I’m sitting on the top of what we offer is special and president, the provost search and a mountaintop issuing edicts, but unique, but if we don’t, we will the future of Bradley at large. ultimately I’m the one who has to become extinct,” Roberts said. “I “Part of what I’m trying to get create that structure.” think there are probably too many my head wrapped around is what However, he said he won’t campus college environments to that role [of president] is, but from know what changes the provost survive and the college that adapt 30,000 feet it is not the role of the position will or will not need and become more efficient and president to set academic policy,” until he has seen a basis of what more effective will survive and Roberts said. “That’s really the does and doesn’t work, or until thrive, and the ones who don’t will role of faculty under the direction he’s been through a full budget probably go out of business. We of the provost. I sort of see my job cycle. The provost and oversees need to be in the former group.” as being the face of the university, the deans of the five academic With a strong emphasis on so I go to a lot of receptions … colleges, as well as working with adaptation and technology, [but] it’s also my job to make sure faculty to make curriculum and Roberts ultimately said getting the the university has the resources academic strategy decisions. faculty, staff, students, alumni, the that it needs to be what is aspires Roberts said many of the issues community and the trustees to to be and that those resources are on campus are resource-based, work together and buy into a need deployed in the most effective and and solving these issues have both for change would be the biggest efficient manner.” a long and short-term solution. In challenge. Roberts reiterated his belief in the short-term, he said the uni- “If we all can understand both delegating and trusting adminis- versity needs to do everything it the need to change and the gen- trators to do their jobs by empha- can to find more students, be that eral direction in which we need sizing his plans to empower suc- by making the admissions process to change things, we can accom- cess in the faculty and staff. more efficient, expanding recruit- plish a lot of great things, but if “My job is really to be a politi- ment geographically or creating everybody’s pulling in a different cian in the good sense of that word attractive new programs. direction, change becomes almost — not how we normally think “Longer term, we have to impossible,” Roberts said. of it these days — to help people rethink the whole way in which to come together and understand we structure and deliver higher For links to other articles everybody else’s perspectives and about university President photo by Adam Rubinberg education, and I don’t have the University President Gary Roberts speaks at one of his welcome recep- get everybody moving in the same Gary Roberts, visit this article magic bullets for that,” Roberts tions last week. Roberts has been in his position as president for a little direction,” Roberts said. “And online at www.bradleyscout. said. “I have some ideas, but it’s over one month. that’s not a small task.” fairly clear to me that we have got com. Roberts said the provost is the to figure out how to use technolo- A4 THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 NEWS Little Raven Creamery prepares to open

BY TORI MOSES al structure of the space, but the Managing Editor décor is very different. It used to be very bright with bright lights Campustown will welcome a and bright colors, and now it’s … a new small business this month lot of reclaimed wood and antique that offers soft-served ice cream, pictures and things like that.” cake shakes, dairy-free smoothies Mitchell said she hopes serv- and gourmet grilled cheese sand- ing both meals and desserts will wiches. attract a variety of people. Little Raven Creamery will be “It’s like you eat your food and located where the Sweet CeCe’s then you think, ‘Okay, now let’s used to be at 1200 W. Main St and go for dessert,’ but not everybody will feature a “vintage-industrial” wants to do that, and it’s kind style, according to owner Meridith of an afterthought sometimes,” Mitchell. Mitchell said. “Also, it’s hard to “It’s been quite a transforma- sustain a business like that [when] tion of the space,” Mitchell said. it’s really cold, so having food, too, “I didn’t change a lot of the actu- gives more variety.”

photo by Little Raven Creamery Little Raven Creamery replaced Sweet CeCe’s in Campustown in December. The creamery will be open for business in late February or early March.

Little Raven Creamery will also doesn’t anticipate that same issue walked into the space that we’d be offer gluten-free bread and vegan with her creamery. doing a lot of work to the design of cheese as substitutes. “I’m not really worried because, the space to change it over … so I “[The restaurant] appeals to to be honest, I think my place is a was really anxious.” a lot of different diets,” Mitchell different concept altogether and Mitchell said in order to attract said. a different atmosphere,” Mitchell Bradley students; she plans to Sweet CeCe’s, which sells fro- said. “It’s going to be a little bit allow QuickCash payments. zen yogurt, used to operate in darker and more comfortable, and Little Raven Creamery will host the venue until it closed this past having lunch and dinner sand- a soft opening Feb. 13 where it is December. wiches is also going to attract peo- open to the public, but it will have “Unfortunately, there wasn’t ple.” a grand opening a few weeks later. enough business, so we are going Mitchell said it was a quick to just focus on one location,” turnaround once Sweet CeCe’s Alyssa Detwiler, an employee at left. photo by Tori Moses Meridith Mitchell, owner of Little Raven Creamery, renovated the the Sweet CeCe’s in Junction City, “I literally took it over the same whole space, replacing fixtures, tiles and tables. said. day [Sweet Cece’s moved out],” However, Mitchell said she Mitchell said. “I knew when I THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 A5 N ‘Mission: I’m Students compete at Possible’ is a go Sings and Wings

BY ALICE POW “This is kind of our capstone BY HANNAH SNIDMAN Air’s’ theme song,” freshman civil welcomed at Bradley and truly Off-staff Reporter event where we get to put all of it Off-staff Reporter engineering major Henry Umlauf made me start caring about others into one day,” Tamms said. said. “I would definitely recom- as well.” Students take the lead at annu- The eight began meeting Campus Outreach hosted a mend going to see these events Campus Outreach began in al LINCS Leadership Conference, weekly in August, according to lip-sync battle Sings and Wings because they have a great atmo- Alabama in 1978, and it started in a capstone program for seniors Jessica Chandler, director of the Monday. The event took place in sphere and really made Monday a the central Illinois region in 2007. interested in management and Lewis J. Burger Center for Student Lydia’s Lounge at 10 p.m., and the better day of the week.” Bradley’s region also includes community involvement. The Leadership and Service. organization served chicken wings The runner-up, a group of Eastern Illinois University and conference will be held tomorrow “It’s peer to peer, so it’s not and pizza to students. boys singing “A Whole New Monmouth College. from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. like it’s just faculty and staff get- Attending students received World” from Aladdin, and the “[Campus Outreach] has grown According to graphic design ting up and talking to students,” one raffle ticket, while battle par- winner, sophomore interac- at Bradley so much since I got and Spanish double major Chelsie Chandler said. “It’s from students ticipants earned two chances. tive media major Blake Brewer involved near the end of my first Tamms, one of the eight mem- to students.” Participants had the opportunity with “Candyman” by Christina semester of college,” senior com- bers of LINCS, anyone can learn The conference generally to win prizes such as Bluetooth Aguilera, compete again for a munication major Jordan Nelson something at the “Mission: attracts between 40 and 50 peo- speakers and gift cards to Subway $100 Buffalo Wild Wings gift card said. “It’s been incredible to watch (I’m) Possible” LINCS (Leaders ple, according to Chandler. She and Starbucks. Wednesday night. people’s lives being changed dras- Instilling Knowledge through explained that while the majority “The vision behind this event “I was pumped to win, and tically forever.” Cooperative Service) Leadership of attendees are underclassmen, was to start the semester off with a everyone was cheering for me,” Conference. a number of juniors and seniors really fun opportunity for students Brewer said. “I have such a pas- Tamms and her fellow LINCS tend to come to brush up on lead- to come and eat some free food and sion for performing, and I loved members are hosting presenta- ership skills. have a blast performing in front of that I got to see everyone’s reac- tions focused on different leader- “I think what I’m looking for- their peers,” Daniel Soriano, a hos- tions first hand.” ship-related topics, which may be ward to most about the event is pitality and catalytic events team Campus Outreach is an inter- PowerPoint-based or interactive. just being able to see so many stu- leader for Campus Outreach, said. denominational Christian minis- “It kind of depended on the dents with different backgrounds “We [were] looking to have a fun try with an emphasis on outward groups and what they wanted to all come together and learn a little time and hopefully make some focus. do with things,” Tamms said. bit about leadership in a day,” new friends.” “This organization and its According to Tamms, the Tamms said. “Our goal really with The competition included more people truly build meaningful LINCS members spent time during this is saying that everyone can be than 15 performances, with songs relationships with one another,” first semester speaking to students a leader. You don’t need to even ranging from “A Thousand Miles” Lauren Jones, co-leader of house- taking The University Experience have a title to be considered a by Vanessa Carlton to “Stacy’s keeping and catalyst events, said. (EHS 120) course about leader- leader.” Mom” by Fountains of Wayne. “The people I met in the organiza- ship involvement and skills for Students looking to sign up for “My favorite performance of tion as a freshman made me feel studying. the event can until Feb. 5. the night was ‘Fresh Prince of Bel- Sorority sells flowers to support philanthropy

BY KALI DODEZ last semester and built a library, Off-staff Reporter stocked with books and tables. “This semester, they’ll even be Alpha Chi Omega sorority getting a computer donated to the sold carnations in Michel Student library on behalf of our organiza- Center Feb. 1 through Feb. 3 to tion,” Clark, a sophomore sports be delivered on Valentine’s Day. communication major, said. Alpha Chi wasn’t playing cupid, “[Alpha Chi’s connection with the sorority is donating the pro- the Center] ensures that every ceeds from the carnation sales member of [the] chapter is well to the Center for Prevention of educated on healthy relationships Domestic Abuse, its philanthropy. and domestic violence,” Clark “We try to do as much as we can said. with [the Center for Prevention of Kelly Ann Christensen, Alpha Domestic Abuse], like volunteer- Chi’s vice-president of philan- ing there,” freshman health sci- thropy, organized the carnation ence major Jessica Caraos said, sale event. She said she took on volunteering at the table on the this event because the week of second day of sales. Valentine’s Day is also a week of Alpha Chi holds this event healthy relationship awareness. every year, both to provide a cheap Christensen, a freshman adver- alternative to Valentine’s Day gifts tising and marketing double and to raise money for the Center major, worked with Alpha Chi’s for Prevention of Domestic Abuse. public relations vice-president and This year, they sold a total of a 380 to put posters all around campus carnations. and create social media marketing President of Alpha Chi, Jaclyn to get news of the event out into Clark, said the sorority often the school. works closely with the center, from Christensen said she views the writing uplifting cards to donating Center for Prevention of Domestic necessities. She said Alpha Chi Abuse as “a great resource for sisters also went to the shelter people who have suffered from as a chapter at the beginning of domestic abuse.”

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Editor-in-Chief: Tessa Armich St. James changes require communication [email protected]

Managing Editor: Tori Moses The St. James Complex, Rumors surrounding the sys- vidual leasing makes it so students comfortable transitioning into the [email protected] where over 600 students reside, tem have been running rampant. are only responsible for their part new system. saw a change of management in Students worry there is com- of an apartment and the 7-month Two-way communication, News Editor: Maddie Gehling July, from Cambridge Property plete randomness to the rooms lease options saves money for stu- a back-and-forth process, is key [email protected] Management to Greg Colwell, they live in, there is only one rent dents studying abroad or graduat- here. While sending information general manager of Off-Campus price despite variability in room ing early. to students is important, it is also Copy Editor: Michael Echeverri University Properties. quality and there is an inevitabil- But, if the new management crucial students actually receive [email protected] Students living in St. James have ity of being separated from your wants to create a comfortable envi- and understand this information. Copy Editor: Sammantha Dellaria experienced a number of import- requested roommates. ronment for students, it has to Only time will tell whether the [email protected] ant changes with the switch, such These rumors are in no way think about those already living new system will work or not. For as the types of leases they sign and true, but regardless, potential res- there and not just future St. James now, students should make sure Sports Editor: Chris Kwiecinski how their maintenance issues are idents don’t know what to expect residents. they research their options and [email protected] handled (see St. James adopts new when going into the office to sign Colwell said he isn’t 100 percent not hesitate to ask questions. If leasing system on page A3). their leases and are scared they privy to everything Cambridge they investigate and communicate Asst. Sports Editor: Alex Kryah While Colwell said he is trying will enter a high-pressure situa- did when they managed the St. with the current managers and St. [email protected] to provide students with a wel- tion when making this important James Complex, but maybe if he James tenants, they’ll be prepared Sports Reporter: coming and customer service-ori- decision. was, residents already living in St. for whatever comes their way. Brandon Wallace [email protected] ented atmosphere, many residents Additionally, there’s not James could acclimate to the new seem displeased with the attempts. enough information on the St. system more easily. If Off-Campus Voice Editor: Despite newsletters and social James page of the Bradley website University Properties put some Lisa Stemmons [email protected] media posts from management, to dispel these rumors. more time into researching how students have expressed their con- We think the new system has management was handled previ- Voice Reporter: Elizabeth Degnan fusion over the changes. some great components: the indi- ously, students might feel more [email protected]

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Graphics Editor: Sierra Buechler Binge watching is good for the soul [email protected] Online Editor: Calvin Walden [email protected] I’ve seen every episode of every my time. For other people it may But then, I thought of the big- Disney Channel show that aired be, but I don’t consider it a prob- ger picture. It’s her thing. There Advertising Manager: Travis Kelso in the early 2000s, I can say with lem or waste if I simultaneous- may not be a visible, tangible goal [email protected] complete confidence that I have ly learn, relax and get personal at the end of the day, but it’s a watched the following shows, enjoyment by doing so. stress reliever and source of hap- Advertising Representatives: start to finish. I’m a strong believer in the piness, which is arguably just as Brandon Johnson All in all, it amounts to five power of purpose and passion in important as all of the actual work [email protected] days and one hour of “Gossip everything you do; you should you do. If you were to erase all Patrick Avognon Girl,” four days and 18 hours of never do something without a the little pleasures of life, a person [email protected] “90210,” two days and 14 hours greater goal in mind. By thinking would burn out. of “Breaking Bad,” one day and to myself, “What is it exactly that One simply cannot be commit- Rachael Kosinski 16 hours of “Orange Is The New I’m accomplishing by doing x, y ted to all work and no play. You [email protected] Black,” one day and 8 hours of and z?” I have curbed a great deal know what you call those people? Advisor: Chris Kaergard “Orphan Black,” four days and of impulsive decision making in Losers. Boring, lifeless freaks of [email protected] three hours of “The Office,” my old age. nature. five days and 23 hours of “The A personal example: My When I’m watching movie _ _ _ Vampire Diaries” and three days neighbor and lifelong friend is marathons or episode after epi- and 6 hours of “Grey’s Anatomy.” a Brad Paisley fanatic. She’s fol- sode of my favorite television Eventually I will reach an over- lowed him around the country, series, I am not numbly doing Lisa Stemmons whelming 10 days and 20 hours seen countless concerts (24) and so. I am an active participant in [email protected] of “Grey’s,” but unfortunately spent nearly $1,500 in doing so. the endeavor, and learn every- Voice Editor my studies have put my rigorous At two concerts, Paisley took thing from comedic presentation watching schedule on hold. my friend’s phone on two occa- to what not to do. I become so Over winter break, I had In other words, I have “wast- sions (resulting in a selfie and immersed that by the end of the myself an “a-ha” moment. ed” almost an entire month of video), gave her a guitar pick series, I feel as if the characters I’ve spent a great deal of my my life watching these programs, after addressing her by name, are friends of mine, and I know time doing absolutely nothing and if I were capable of calcu- allowed her to be included in the every waking detail about their significant. I binge watched tele- lating and including all the live “Perfect Storm” music video, and fictitious lives. vision shows even before the term All letters to the editor must television I’ve watched, my esti- he tweeted her at least 20 times. I’d shave off another year of “binge watching” was coined. I be received by 5 p.m. Tuesday mation would be more like half a So basically, she’s achieved every my life in a heartbeat if it gave would rent the season DVDs from in Sisson Hall 319 or emailed year. The craziest thing is, I never fan girl’s dream. me the same amount of bliss and the library or simply watch the to [email protected] for thought of myself as an avid tele- It drives her dad absolutely provided me with even more daylong showings of certain pro- inclusion in Friday’s issue. Letters vision lover, and to be completely insane, and I used to agree with direction for achieving my life- grams. Then, I progressed to DVR longer than 500 words will not be honest, I still don’t feel like I him. It was difficult for me to long goal of becoming a screen- recordings and, naturally, to the accepted. The Scout reserves the watch an obscene amount of TV. wrap my mind around what she play writer, a comedian or even depths of Netflix. right to edit letters for inappro- The reason I put quotations could possibly be gaining from a director. I have seen numerous televi- priate content. All letters must around wasted is because I don’t this addiction to, of all people, a It’s not a waste; it’s a win. sion shows over the years. Even include the writer’s name, contact find it to be a complete waste of country singer? (Sorry, Kelli.) though I’m fairly certain that information and relationship to Bradley. Responses to published letters will be eligible for print only the week following their appearance in the Scout. Any e-mails directed to mem- bers of the Scout staff may be published as letters. • Reporters ners The Scout is published by mem- THE SCOUT is hiring yout Desig Email us for bers of the undergraduate stu- • La more information. dent body of Bradley University.

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When YouTube first gained momentum, no Nickelodeon. Bo Burnham’s success on YouTube one imagined the impact it would have on the led to a comedy career, but his luck ran out when aspiring actors, singers and “15 minutes of he failed with his own show on MTV, which was famers” out there. Then Vine released its app, cancelled after one season. and an even more obscure culture was born. Ordinary people who could produce a laugh, Rachel Bloom relayed the impact of her origins on and subsequently a follower, subscriber or re- YouTube in her acceptance speech at the Golden vine, were now capable of achieving some real Globes, where she won for her role in “Crazy recognition. Ex-Girlfriend.” On the other hand, Grace Helbig, deemed the Queen Bee of YouTube, was given Some of the participants of these videos her own show to host on E! in 2015, but after poor are desperately trying to climb the ranks of ratings her first season, the future of the show is as Hollywood, while others are just having fun good as over. in their free time. Both instances warrant the possibility of money and admiration, so many Naturally, there have also been questionable do not look to upgrade from their current victories. YouTube persona Fred Figglehorn (Lucas engagement. Some stories would show that there Cruikshank) landed three films on Nickelodeon after is much more to gain from these gigs, while his horribly obnoxious videos went viral, and Vine/ others would prove the contrary. YouTube’s oddball character Miranda Sings (Colleen Evans) landed a scripted series at Netflix. The most Gone are the days where you have to wait to confusing, as well as the most recognized YouTuber be discovered, and you hit wall after wall, and since 2013, PewDiePie, has an entire fan base of you go on audition on top of audition. Now, it’s “Bro Army” gamers. very possible to be a notable figure in the world of music, television and comedy while literally I’m concerned for the future of Hollywood if sitting in your mom’s basement. “newfound talent” includes the likes of people who play a video game and have a running commentary One success story in the world of comedy is while doing so. And then we have the millions of the “Workaholics” crew. The improv group, children’s “productions” to sift through, who grew previously known as Mail Order Comedy, was up with this technology and know just how to struggling to break onto the scene when they manipulate their videos into getting more views than decided to upload their videos to YouTube. already established A-listers. That’s not talent; it’s A Comedy Central executive came across the pathetic and deteriorating. videos, and just like that, the boys were on the fast lane to success. Viners and YouTubers alike are promoting an elitist mindset, as the creators are often fostering However, some people are merely content with stereotypical and racist attitudes and then “collab” maintaining their own digital mishmash of a with each other in hopes of tripling their fan base. career, and do quite well for themselves. Jenna They aren’t doing anything unique; they just have the Marbles, 29-year-old YouTube sensation, has an resources, power and the pretty faces, which seem to estimated $2.5 million net worth from merely bring major advertisers to their knees. crafting videos with elements of seduction, puppies, dirty humor, social commentary and Personally, I find that the “Vine stars” produce the totally relatable scenarios. worst videos, whereas the random viral videos are fresh, authentic and positive. Although those are few An entire career as emerged from this new and far between, they are the ones that deserve our medium of expressing talent, charisma and to be attention. Genuine, spontaneous, viral videos are the completely honest, gorgeous individuals. There ones that are a more accurate representation of the are agents whose sole job is to peruse the World Millennial generation. Wide Web in hopes of finding the next Justin Bieber. We have the capability to capture the little pleasures in life and then share them with the world, with Yes, the most well-known YouTube success hopes of brightening someone else’s day and making story is the JBiebs. YouTube was not only a them smile. platform for his talent. When his first single was released, everyone (including myself) felt like a contributing component to his success, and that skyrocketed sales.

However, for every success story, there is also a failure. The Fine Brothers, who make “React Videos,” sold a series based on the concept to B2 THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 24 VOICE

Believe it or not, Macklemore hasn’t always When he released “Thrift Shop,” it was a fun, been, well, Macklemore. The four-time up-beat tune. Sadly, as Ryan Lewis and Grammy winner and “Thrift Shop” star Macklemore rose to the top again in 2014, wasn’t born into fame; he worked for it. Macklemore found himself falling back into the same habits of his earlier days in the industry. His story starts in 1983 Seattle, Washington. Born as Ben Haggerty, he grew up showing Being surrounded by people who cared like interest in music at an early age. It wasn’t until his wife, Tricia Davis, he began the uphill fight Haggerty attended Evergreen State toward sobriety once again. In an interview College that the stage name “Macklemore” with USA Today, he explained that the sobriety was coined, and he was officially born into the was the wake-up call he needed, and it helped music industry. him rediscover his passion for music.

Macklemore released his first single in 2000 Now, Macklemore is working to make a and, years later in 2005, he released his first difference in the world by discussing social full-length debut album. Soon after the issues within his music. Sure, he has some release, he had a fast rise to stardom. other great dance hits like the “Can’t Hold Us” and “Downtown,” but he is someone who However, this quick rise took Macklemore is working to inspire and reach out to fans on down a dark path. Caught up in his newfound a personal level. It shows his understanding of fame, he was wrapped up in the world of real problems that plague young adults. power, which led to an addiction and abusive relationship with alcohol and drugs. He quickly As of today, Macklemore remains sober, with learned the negative aspects of the industry. the help of his new daughter to inspire him. With Lewis’ assistance, Macklemore has He may have gone down a rough path, but helped raise money for their charity, “The it brought him to where he is today. After he 30/30 Project,” which supports families who began his recovery, Macklemore immersed are in need of affordable healthcare. With each himself back into music and found himself a ticket purchased for the concert at BU, a dollar new business partner, Ryan Lewis. It wasn’t went toward the charity. until Macklemore found DJ Ryan Lewis that his career really boomed to the top of the Mixing philanthropy and playlists is a sure-fire charts with their album “The Heist.” When way to have fun and feel good while doing it. listening to his music, you can tell it’s different than most others in the rap genre. Macklemore gets down

photo by Lisa Stemmons THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 B3 V DECADE OLD JAM OF THE WEEK:

On Feb 7, 2006, Jack Johnson and Friends released a catchy, happy-go-lucky tune that stepping out of the dream house quickly became a favorite for a demographic beyond the kids it was produced for. As BY maddy white part of the album “Sing-A-Longs and Lullabies For the Film Curious George,” Johnson’s soothing voice appealed to children and daydreaming adults alike. “Be Who You Want To Be” is the timeless slogan for the most popular doll in America; shooting for your dreams is one thing, but looking the part is another.

For as long as we can remember, Barbie has stood as a role model for little girls around the world. Barbie has been parodied several times as the “perfect” woman since her launch in 1968, but impressionable girls see her as someone they should emulate. This idol they looked up to came in one size, one height and one model.

Barbie started off as a standard blonde, slender woman with unrealistic body measurements that falsely represented women worldwide. If the original Barbie model were a real human, her body proportions would not be able to support functioning organs. According to an article by the Huffington Post, Barbie’s waist would be 19 inches smaller than the aver- age U.S. woman.

Barbie then became a career-focused model for children. Taking forms such as Barbie the policewomen, Barbie the doctor and Barbie the athlete, she quickly set the career stan- dards high for little girls. However, mixing career aspirations and an unrealistic body image does not send a clear message. Are the uniforms what really define her or is it the shape of her body when the clothes come off?

It wasn’t until this past week that Barbie launched their new line of dolls that resemble what women actually look like. Now in 2016, Mattel has finally stepped up their game. The Barbie Fashionista collection has three new body types, seven skin colors, 22 eye colors and 24 hairstyles. The new campaign slogan is “Imagination comes in all shapes and sizes. That’s why the world of Barbie is evolving.”

Barbie’s much-needed “makeover” transforms her into a girl with various realistic body types . A “petite” doll is now offered along with a “tall” and “plus size” doll, each one possessing a variety of different features that make them all beautifully unique.

It’s important for little girls to know they can still become that policewoman or doctor regardless of the way they look on the outside. Even if this change doesn’t clarify that it is what’s on the inside that matters, it minimally expresses to younger girls that what’s on the outside doesn’t.

Being different isn’t a bad thing, and this major change to something that stands as such a public figure to kids all over the world is a huge step out of the “dream house” and into the right direction. B4 THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 VDDISTRACTIONS

I can’t say I’ve ever been jeal- would have secured the win, ous of a seven-year-old, but but his charismatic nature considering rising star Jacob totally overshadowed any Tremblay’s recent success in possible disappointment. 2016, I can now say differently. At the Screen Actors Guild He managed to deliver a hilarious Awards (SAG Awards), he one-liner while presenting an had the opportunity to snag award with co-star Brie Larson, pictures with fellow Canadian and danced with Ellen on her Rachel McAdams and Leo show following the awards. DiCaprio. Not to mention, he did man- Tremblay was nominated for age a win at the Critics’ Choice best supporting actor at the Awards, where he accepted the SAG Awards, but lost to Idris award for Best Young Actor/ Elba. After witnessing Actress. Tremblay’s stellar performance in “Room,” I really wish he

When given the option to be this decision, but it’s ridicu- name players helping him with an international pop sensation lously rude and ignorant to “Modest Golf Management.” adored by millions of girls or disappoint fans and put them play golf, the answer seems through the Zayn situation At least he’s making moves pretty obvious. all over again. Why terminate for his future, as other band something good if it hasn’t mates Louis Tomlinson and However, that isn’t the case run its full course? Liam Payne will most likely for One Direction star Niall be left behind in the dust as Horan, as he steps away from Fans of 1D will just have to Harry Styles pulls a Nick his music career for the rest of learn to accept the “tempo- Jonas and launches a solo the year in order to launch a rary” resignation, as Horan career. If 1D fans didn’t see new golf agency. does seem to have a calling in this one coming, they’re lying the sport of golf as well. He to themselves. I understand he has the has caddied for golf legend luxury and the right to make Rory McIlroy and has big

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ST. JAMES leasing, Colwell has also instituted a different approach to mainte- continued from A3 nance. “We aren’t 100 percent privy to changes. everything Cambridge did, but we “I think [these new rules] will are trying to bring more of a cus- definitely hurt people who are tomer service atmosphere to [St. already living here and are living James],” Colwell said. “We have here again next year,” Hegseth student staff [and] 24-hour main- said. “When you have to compare tenance staff. We’ve tried to get it to how good everything worked more availability for the students.” before, then it really is an issue.” Some students said they have Colwell said he has taken many noticed this change in mainte- approaches to informing students nance. of the new leasing rules, such as “This is my first year in St. monthly newsletters, flyers on res- James, but from what I’ve heard, ident’s doors and Facebook and maintenance took forever last Twitter posts, but some students year,” Peterson said. “We have said the changes are still unclear. not had that problem. We send in “At first, they did send out our requests, and they come right an email saying, ‘Okay, we’ve away.” switched management,’ but they Peterson said she hopes time didn’t explain any of the chang- will allow students to get used to es,” Jen Peterson, a junior journal- the new management as manage- ism major, said. “Other than that, ment smooths out its processes. everything I’ve learned has been “It’ll be interesting to see what word of mouth of people who happens next year because it’s have gone to the offices to sign [the new management’s] first year, their lease, and they say every- so not everything is going to be thing is so different, I don’t even the way they exactly want it,” want to go in and try to sign a Peterson said. “I feel like next year lease.” is going to be a big change.” Changes with this new man- agement are not limited to the

High school students race with SHPE

BY MADDIE GEHLING ing and mentoring, and through News Editor our club SHPE Jr., we teach the kids about engineering, science, If there’s one thing the Society technology and math through of Hispanic Professional Engineers projects like [the regatta race].” does when it takes its engineering According to Solito-Vargas, skills out of the classroom, is make SHPE has more outreach activities waves. Whether the members are planned for Manual High School, bringing new learning opportu- including a bridge construction nities to campus or taking part contest and the construction of a in community outreach programs, five-foot catapult. SHPE can always be found design- “It’s more than these proj- ing its next feat of engineering. ects, though,” Solito-Vargas said. Last night, SHPE members held “It’s taking these kids to places their first cardboard “regatta” boat they’ve never been before. It’s race at Manual High School, about engineering related. We’ve taken a 10-minute drive from campus. them to the Riverfront Museum The event was planned for mem- for Museum Days, the Caterpillar bers of SHPE Jr., the Bradley-led Headquarters, a lot of engineer- chapter of high school students at ing-related places — private and the school. public.” At the boat race yesterday after- Solito-Vargas also said SHPE is noon, students of Manual High teaching the high school students School’s SHPE Jr. raced cardboard about college, from how to apply boats in the high school pool they for FAFSA to how to apply for had built with members of the scholarships and how to get stu- Bradley SHPE chapter. One group dents motivated for the future. managed to make it one lap before “It’s a low-income high school its cardboard boat sank. compared to others in the district, “[Students were] taking an and we wanted to make sure we photos by Maddie Gehling engineer’s approach in creating could give every kid an opportuni- Above: Society of Hispanic cardboard boats that they can ty, rich or poor,” Solito Vargas said. Professional Engineers (SHPE) race in their high school’s pool,” For more information on SHPE Jr. members from the Manual Luis Lorenzo, SHPE president and and its outreach efforts, email High School chapter race their senior mechanical engineering Lorenzo at [email protected]. cardboard boat across the gym- major, said. “I think the [regatta edu. nasium pool. race] is going to be an annual thing, actually. This was our first Left: Members of SHPE and SHPE one, which is pretty awesome.” Jr. set up the cardboard canoes Activities like the regatta race they created in the Manual High are being planned throughout School pool. the semester as part of SHPE’s outreach efforts, according to outreach officer and high school ambassador Marlon Solito-Vargas. “Bradley SHPE outreach includes planning events for all SHPE members to attend,” Solito- Vargas, a civil engineering major, said. “For example, we come into Manual High School and do tutor- A8 THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 NEWS Fraternity provides water by giving coffee

BY MICHAEL ECHEVERRI Copy Editor

Theta Xi fraternity members are of the attitude that when life gives you avocados, make coffee. The fraternity will be giving away free coffee outside Bradley Hall between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. every Wednesday and Friday through- out the month of February. The coffee is provided by Three Avocados, a non-profit coffee com- pany. “Three Avocados provides clean drinking water and educa- tion to the people of Uganda,” recruitment chairman Clayton Darrow said. “It started as a Christian mission project, but the [Three Avocados] founders decid- ed they needed to give back more when a widow gifted them every- thing she had: three avocados.” Darrow, a junior construction major, said the coffee giveaway is part of Theta Xi’s spring recruit- ment. “We’re trying to get our name out while also helping out a good cause,” Darrow said. “It’s a small startup company, so we figured it would be cool to get them some exposure and support while also getting ourselves exposure and support.” President elect Max Rydell said the coffee giveaway is the first time Theta Xi has associated with Three Avocados, and they were referred to it by one of their photo by Michael Echeverri national advisors. Members of Theta Xi hand out cups of coffee in front of Bradley Hall Wednesday to support Three Avocados, a non-profit coffee company. “We were looking to do some- thing different and something that management major, said. “We coffee on a cold day would be stuff? Who doesn’t like coffee?” Three Avocados, students can visit would appeal to college students,” thought a nice warm cup of free great. I mean, who doesn’t like free For more information about www.threeavocados.org. Rydell, a senior human resource THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 A9 S Late game woes further women’s losing skid BY ALEX KRYAH ultimately sealed the Braves’ fate. the season with a concussion. Assistant Sports Editor “We had a season low in turn- “The emergence of Vanessa overs [against UNI] but then we Markert has been wondferful, The women’s basketball team go into a 60-second bit where we that’s been a huge piece to the suffered a pair of home losses last turn the ball over three times in puzzle,” Brooks said. “Vanessa has weekend to Drake and Northern a row,” Brooks said. “We’re not a come in with a great back-to-the- Iowa by scores of 76-64 and 55-47, team right now that can overcome basket presence, and she can also respectively. some of those things. Our margin shoot the three.” While the final scores suggest a of error is very little because we’re Markert has averaged 7.3 points lack of competition, the reality was still young and we’re not putting per game in her last four games, quite the contrary. In both games, the ball in the hole at the pace that and has even found herself in the the Braves were able to cut their we should.” starting lineup in the last game opponent’s leads down to at least While the results were clearly against UNI. five within the last five minutes of not what the women were looking “It’s taken her time to get back, each game. for, there is still reason for opti- but that’s been a very big posi- Despite their efforts, the Braves mism. Drake and UNI rank one tive,” Brooks said. weren’t able to close out those and three in the Missouri Valley Brooks said the Braves need games strongly enough to come Conference (MVC) standings, and to have the confidence to finish out with a win. the fact that the Braves were so out games moving forward if they “I thought we’ve played tough,” competitive boosts the women’s are to find their way into the win head coach Michael Brooks said. spirits. column. “I’ve loved our energy, I’ve loved “We played really well the last The women face Evansville our effort.” two games against two of the best tonight, who is dead last in the Brooks noted major momentum teams in the conference,” sopho- MVC. The game plan to beat the swings in both games the women more guard Anneke Schlueter Aces is simple: stop Sara Dickey, were never able to rally back from. said. “We improved a lot and who is one of the most prolif- Against Drake the game was filled played hard. We just have to finish ic scorers in the conference. The with runs each way, but the Braves all together as a team.” Braves also need to force others to weren’t able to counter Drake’s Schlueter performed well over make plays. last run. the last weekend, notching 12 The game begins at 7 p.m. at On Sunday, when the women points on Friday and eight points Renaissance Coliseum. were tied with UNI at 41-41, UNI on Sunday. earned an offensive rebound off However, arguably the most Alex Kryah is a junior sports com- photo by Anna Foley a missed free throw, which led to impactful player right now has munication major from Indianapolis, Anneke Schlueter (left) squared up for a shot against Northern Iowa. a 3-pointer. The Braves turned it been freshman forward Vanessa Indiana. He is the Scout’s assistant Schlueter scored 12 points against Drake and eight against Northern over on their next possession and Markert, who found her way into sports editor. Iowa. gave up a layup to UNI, which the rotation after missing most of

PRESEASON ish ahead of Loyola (21) and Track and field teams prep for Meyo Invitational continued from page A12 Evansville (11), while Wichita State (84) was picked as the BY CHANNING WHITAKER pete and perform similar to how forward to having a great week- who was among the team lead- preaseason favorite to win the Off-staff Reporter they did at Bloomington,” Gauson end,” Kristen said. ers in hits and batting average, conference title. said. “Breaking records was very In addition to the Busch twins, graduated, along with catcher After a great showing at the The Braves will have a tough rewarding for the athletes, as it fifth-year seniors Chase Coffey Drew Carlisle and pitcher Steve Gladstein Invitational Jan. 22 and shows that hard work pays off. We and Sarah McMahon will also be time replacing graduating Atkins. 23 in Bloomington, Indiana, the just want to compete and move competing in the 5000-meter race, seniors, which include 2015 first The returning talent was Bradley men’s and women’s track up the conference standings as a as both are looking to build upon team All-MVC infielder Shannon and field teams are making the team.” great showings at the Gladstein enough to earn their opposing King, outfielder Brittany Burgess trip to Notre Dame University in Seniors Caitlin and Kristen Invitational. coaches’ respect, though. Five and utility player Lexi Cremeens, South Bend, Indiana, for the Meyo Busch will be highlighting the “Going into the meet, I’d say starters will return to the field, who combined for 66 runs batted Invitational. Both teams will be 3,000-meter run at the Meyo my goal is to get out and win including third baseman Spencer in and 10 home runs. competing Friday and Saturday. Invitational. Even though the another race,” Coffey said. “It had Gaa and short stop Tyler Lefler. The Braves also lost starting There will be a number of Busch twins said they are excited been quite a while since I was Also returning are flame-throw- pitcher Alyson Spinas-Valanis, Big Ten, Big Twelve and Mid- to compete, they will be just as healthy, so this indoor season is all ing pitcher Matt Dennis and who struck out 100 batters in 38 American Conference schools excited to watch the rest of their about building confidence for a big catcher/DH Ian Kristan, who the present at this invitational. In appearances and finished with a teammates compete. showing outdoors. I just need to MVC coaches selected to the pre- addition, other schools from the “I am expecting even more put myself up front in every race 9-16 record on the bump. season All-Conference team. Missouri Valley Conference such school records and personal bests and let the times show after.” Of the returning players, soph- The Braves will begin MVC as Illinois State, Wichita State and to be hit this weekend from our The players said they were omore outfielder Erika Hansen Loyola (Chicago) will be attend- team, as the competition is huge at ready to face teams from bigger play against the projected cham- was voted to the preseason All- ing. this meet,” Caitlin said. conferences. pions, Missouri State, at home Conference team after a standout Head coach Darren Gauson Her twin sister, Kristen, said “Meyo will be a bit more com- Friday, April 8. freshman campaign, where her said he has high hopes his team she was also optimistic about the petitive,” McMahon said. “Notre In addition to the baseball 20 doubles and 68 walks ranked will improve on their overall team upcoming meet as well. Dame has a large, 320-meter team, the MVC also released the second in Bradley history for a success. “We have had two weeks of indoor track, and I know that I coach’s preseason rankings for single season. “Our expectations for this hard training and no races since will have a shot at possibly break- softball. The Braves begin conference meet is for the athletes to com- Gladstein, so our team is looking ing my personal record.” The Braves were voted to fin- play March 19 against Indiana ish eighth in the conference with State in Terre Haute. 32 points, a season after they finished sixth in the MVC and Alex Kryah is a junior sports com- lost in disappointing fashion to munication major from Indianapolis, Illinois State in the first round Indiana. He is the Scout’s assistant of the MVC tournament and sports editor. two seasons after they made an Direct questions, comments and NCAA tournament appearance. concerns to [email protected]. However, Bradley did fin-

Follow us on Twitter! @scoutsportsdesk A10 THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 S Wins still scarce as improvement is evident Who will win the Super Bowl?

BY CHRIS KWIECINSKI Carolina Panthers Denver Broncos Sports Editor With Super Bowl 50 just There aren’t many people giv- around the corner, everyone ing the Denver Broncos a fighting Right off the bat, there’s only wants to know: Who will win chance in the upcoming Super one good reason the Bradley the big game? Bowl. While Denver might not men’s basketball team (3-21) lost This Sunday, we will watch have the swagger Carolina brings 77-71 against Missouri State (10- a battle between one of the to the big game, they do have the 13) last Tuesday night. National Football League’s top talent and experience to pull off It wasn’t the defense, which offenses in the Carolina Panthers the upset. allowed 77 points, but rather the and the number one defense in Leading the charge for offense, which once again suf- the Denver Broncos. the Broncos will be quarter- fered from a slow start. Everyone knows the old say- back Peyton Manning, who is In the first half, Bradley trailed ing, “defense wins champion- going to the Super Bowl for the 20-2, was scoreless for the first ships,” but I’m predicting the fourth time in his 18-year career. 5:54 of the game and made its Panthers and their explosive Compare that to Carolina’s quar- first field goal with 8:31 left in offense to prevail against the terback Cam Newton, who is the half. disrupting Denver defense. going for the first time in his “[Those were] 12 of our Throughout the season, Carolina career. Manning has the experi- worst minutes we’ve played in a quarterback Cam Newton has ence factor of playing with all while,” Bradley head coach Brian been tearing defenses apart, lead- the added pressure of the Super Wardle said. “Turnovers, turn- ingthe Panthers to an impressive Bowl, which will make a differ- overs, turnovers, turnovers was 15-1 regular season. ence in big moments. the story of the first half, and you In the NFC championship Along with the experience, the can’t get those twelve minutes game, Cam Newton and the Broncos bring enough defensive back.” Panthers took down the Arizona talent to slow down the always- However, from the Braves’ Cardinals, who ranked fifth in exciting Carolina offense. The first field goal from sophomore total defense this season, 49-15. Broncos’ Pro Bowl pass rush- forward Donte Thomas until the This Broncos defense may not ers, Von Miller and DeMarcus end of the half, Bradley went on be a challenge for the fifth-year Ware, have a combined 22.5 sacks a 23-15 run to cut an 18-point quarterback Newton. throughout the regular season defecit to only eight at halftime. Although Peyton Manning and will put pressure on Newton That run was followed by a will go down as one of the great- to force him into a few mistakes second half that featured maybe est quarterbacks in football his- that he’s been prone to all season, one of the better offensive halves tory, he’s clearly not the same as he threw 10 interceptions in the Braves have seen all season. this year. It to take a vintage the regular season. “Once we became the aggres- Manning outing for him to lead The defense for Denver will be sors, things turned our way, and photo by Anna Foley the Broncos past the Panthers. able to hold its own against the we got confident and started Luuk van Bree (center) goes up for a rebound in a game against Northern It would be a great end to Carolina offense, Manning will making plays,” Wardle said. Iowa. Van Bree is third on the Braves with 4.3 rebounds per game. a legendary career if Manning continue his impressive playoff “The story in the second half was wins this game and decides to run (zero turnovers in two play- we didn’t want to defend, unfor- “They had fire, and that’s why offense. retire, but I think this Panthers off games), and the Broncos will tunately.” we were in the game,” Wardle The Sycamores have shot an team is just too much for any bring home their franchise’s third The Braves scored 42 points of said. “Confrontation leads to average of 21.7 3-pointers per team this year. Lombardi trophy on Sunday. their season best 71 total points growth. It’s going to help my game this season, and in six of The game will be closer than in the second half, shot 53.6 per- relationship with some of these their 10 losses, Indiana State people may expect, but in the - Josh Nelson cent from the floor and were led guys, and I need to know they shot under .300 percent from the end the Carolina Panthers will in scoring by Dwayne Lautier- have that fire. I like fire.” 3-point range. Meaning, if the be Super Bowl 50 Champions. Ogunleye’s career-high 20 points. Wardle cited Thomas, who Braves can hold the Sycamores “[Lautier-Ogunleye] was finished with seven points and at the 3-point line, they’ll have a ready to shoot,” Wardle said. “He seven boards, as one of those good shot at winning their sec- - Mike Irace held his follow through, did fun- players who brought a certain ond conference game. damentally sound things to shoot fiery additude to the game. While the Braves have I have to give a lot of credit to [all threes and they went in ... He’s “I played with a little more improved defensively, Wardle TENNIS of those people],” he said. “They got to cut back on his turnovers.” competitiveness than I have been said the challenge lies in remain- continued from page A12 are the ones behind the scene Although Bradley reached playing with the last few games,” ing consistent. end as the women’s tennis team that make sure that we’re ready season highs offensively, they Thomas said. “But I need to be “Defensively, we have great heads to Indiana to face Butler to compete.” were outdone by Missouri State’s more consistent with that, and halves, and we’re running out of and IUPUI tomorrow. The next The Braves hope to record 40-point half. that’s what I had a problem with, gas here and there because we’re couple of matches will test the their third straight victory this The Bears were led by Chris and [Wardle] needs me to do not playing a whole of bodies,” team’s stamina again with both weekend and build on their suc- Kendrix, who topped all scorers that. I just have to step it up and Wardle said. “But we’re figuring contests scheduled for tomorrow. cess from this week. With a confi- with 21 points and provided a bring it every game like the last some things out, and it has to However, Tyler said he is not dent group and strong coaching, key fadeaway jumper, which beat one.” do with stringing it together for worried. the women’s tennis team might the shot clock to make the score Moving toward the second longer periods of time and for a “Our coaches, the training just be hitting their stride. 73-67 with 1:41 left in the game. half of conference play, the Braves full game.” room staff, the support we get … Bradley was able to cut the find themselves in last place with With the MVC tournament Missouri State lead to two with a 1-9 conference record. Thomas one month away, the Braves still 41 seconds left on an Antoine said this season’s record is an have time to gain ground in the Pittman layup, but the Bears indication of the team’s youth. conference and elude a Thursday were able to ice the game with “It’s been a rough season play-in game for the fifth straight free throws after Thomas missed so far,” Thomas said. “We’re a year. a long 3-point attempt. young team so it’s all part of the “I think this month could be “It’s just unfortunate,” Wardle process. We’re just building and a good month for us to show our said. “This was a game I thought learning new steps and how D-I improvements and play better we could come in here and steal. basketball goes and how tough basketball,” Wardle said. “You We just have to play a lot smart- the Missouri Valley Conference want them to go out and get a er.” is to win it.” victory because they do deserve What the team did have The Braves will have a chance it.” against the Bears, though, was a to exploit a great matchup tomor- competitive fire, which played a row against the Indiana State crucial factor in the team’s per- Sycamores, who rely on the jump formance. shot as the main part of their THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 A 11 S Opinion A goodbye to Megatron and the NFL’s reputation

BY BRANDON WALLACE game of football? Did he love it and contact to the head sustained it’s too late. And it’s a decision I I don’t regret my decision to Sports Reporter in the first place? Is Detroit really during their NFL careers. can’t blame him for. stop playing, but if I was good so bad that Johnson had to follow Former Steelers wide receiver I don’t think the NFL is total- enough to have had a chance Detroit Lions wide receiver in the footsteps of former Lions Antwaan Randle El, who retired ly at fault. They didn’t create at the NFL (which I wasn’t), I Calvin Johnson announced last icon Barry Sanders and get out of only four years ago, has reported football, and football, by nature, wouldn’t have even thought Sunday he is retiring, a move that there ASAP? that he has trouble remembering is dangerous. Players know the about listening to that doctor. shocked the nation. Johnson said he plans on basic every day things and walk- risks coming in, and I think most The NFL makes so much Johnson, who has the moni- returning to his alma mater ing up and down stairs. Players of them are OK with it. Many money that they shouldn’t hesi- ker “Megatron,” is not only the Georgia Tech to finish getting his have even committed suicide, jobs have their risks and dangers, tate to make player-safety, during Lions’ best player, but he is uni- degree. But who would choose noting their heads hadn’t been but not every job pays millions and after a player’s career, a pri- versally regarded as one of the homework, essays and cafeteria right since they retired from the like the NFL does. The benefit ority. Currently, some measures top receivers in the NFL. He is food over the glamorous lifestyle NFL. is well worth the risk to these are in place but certainly not only 30 years old and still in his of a NFL superstar? With many studies and players. enough. prime. Many believe Johnson still I’m not buying it. the release of the movie, I played football until my I don’t think Johnson will be had another seven or eight years My theory on Megatron’s “Concussion,” starring Will sophomore year of high school. the last star player to shock the in the NFL. At 6’5” and 240 lbs, retirement is one that reflects a Smith, it’s clear the NFL can’t I was quarterback in a system league and leave early. I hope Johnson is a can’t-miss physi- larger trend around the NFL late- ignore these claims any longer. with only five linemen, which is it sends a message every time cal specimen and is virtually ly: the brutality of the game. There are more and more par- rare for players that young. I took something like this happens. If unguardable for any cornerback Questions regarding the safety ents barring their children from way more sacks than I should research and testimonies don’t in the league. of football have been a hot topic playing football because of these have. Up to that point, I accu- urge the NFL to address this So, the burning question in the media lately. Former play- concerns. mulated six concussions playing problem, then maybe losing star around the NFL in regards to ers are reporting they have brain I think Johnson retired to try football. It got ao bad, the doctor players and all the money that Johnson’s retirement is “Why?” trauma and mental issues stem- to save his brain and his health strongly advised me to stop play- they bring in, will. Has he fallen out of love with the ming from all the concussions from permanent damage before ing. Hesitantly, I listened. THOMAS continued from page A12 BASKETBALL STANDINGS Braves this year. Although Thomas is only a sophomore, Wardle said he was SCHOOL CONF OVERALL impressed with his maturity when he talked with the small forward. Wichita State 11-0 17-5 “Donte blocked out a lot of Evansville 7-4 18-6 noise and we had good talks,” SIU-C 7-4 18-6 Wardle said. “He just came in to Indiana State 7-4 13-10 work every day, wanted to see Illinois State 7-4 13-11 what me and my staff were all Missouri State 6-5 10-13 about. I think he knew he would Northern Iowa 5-6 13-10 get better under us.” Loyola 3-8 10-13 Wardle was right about his Drake 1-9 6-17 assumption. Bradley 1-9 3-21 So far this season, Thomas leads the team with an 8.6 points-per-game average and 121 rebounds. A large part of his improve- www.bradleyscout.com ment can be simply explained by photo via Scout Archives how much Thomas has played Donte Thomas waits to pass the ball in a game last season. Thomas only this year. Last year, Thomas played 368 minutes in 2014-2015, compared to 557 so far this year. played 368 minutes in 31 total games, a number which Thomas Thomas said. “I felt like I gained men which took the place of last might double by season’s end as respect from the Bradley fans and years transfers. Thomas said he’ll he’s played 557 minutes in 23 just the community as a whole try to lead these freshmen to a few games so far. and the school. It’s a great school, more wins, or “dubs,” as Thomas “He’s finishing better, shooting and its not too far from home.” calls them, even though they’re the three a lot better [and] his ball Thomas, a Calumet City technically older than him. handling is improved,” Wardle native, said he has come to love “[I’m] the older guy [as] a said. “I mean, just overall he’s Bradley so much that he chose sophomore, even though I have played so many more minutes, to stay; even with all the friends nine guys on the team that are and he’s got so much more experi- he had on last year’s team and actually older than me, but they’re ence that you can see his develop- changes he endured with this sea- just freshmen,” Thomas said. “But ment and his confidence grow.” son’s squad. I try to lead them in through the That growth in confidence has “I think a coaching change is ways and try to get some dubs.” become visible during games, not a reason for me to leave my As Thomas continues to with Wardle describing Thomas’s home,” Thomas said. improve, he’s arguably the best game against the Missouri State While staying in Peoria has player on the Braves roster this Bears as “fiery.” rewarded him on the court with season. However, he has no “He has fire in him, and I’m woes rather than wins in his soph- regrets about staying at Bradley fiery,” Wardle said. “I got on omore campaign, Thomas said he as his old teammates transferred Donte about something defen- doesn’t mind the challenges. elsewhere. sively, and he looked at me and “I knew I would fight through “I built a great friendship with fired right back at me and said, the adversity there would be with all those guys, I still communicate ‘I got you. I’m fine coach.’ I love new teammates,” Thomas said. with them to this day,” Thomas that. That’s care, that’s passion.” “I didn’t think it was going to said. “Of course it was kind of However, the attraction of be a rough season, but I knew it sad. But, hey, at the end of the becoming a better basketball play- was going to have some ups and day, we’ve got to do what’s best er wasn’t the main reason Thomas downs. Honestly, I’m built for it.” for each other. “If that’s what they stayed in Peoria. The new teammates that thought was best for them, they “I stayed becuase I felt like Thomas refers to are the 10 fresh- can go ahead and do it.” Bradley was home for me,” A12 THE SCOUT 5 February 2016 SPORTS INSIDE: Women’s basketball Track and Field A9 Vanessa Markert and the Bradley women’s basketball One-on-One A10 team are in the midst of a four Column A11 SPORTSSPORTS game skid. Page A9 www.bradleyscout.com

Baseball 4th, Softball There’s no place like home 8th in preseason polls BY ALEX KRYAH To Bradley sophomore forward Donte Thomas, Assistant Sports Editor Bradley has become more than just a school The baseball coaches of the Missouri Valley Conference released their preseason poll BY CHRIS KWIECINSKI “I was wide open on the wing, Wednesday, predicting a fourth Sports Editor when it left my hand it just felt place finish for the Bradley good,” Thomas said of his shot. “I baseball team with a total of 35 Trailing Loyola University was just [watched it] go through points. by two points with 27.6 seconds the net.” The coaches selected Missouri left, the Bradley men’s basketball As improbable as Thomas’ State (60 points) to repeat as con- team had 24 shot clock seconds to game-wining three was, it high- ference champions, receiving either tie or take the lead. lighted his brief Bradley career, five of eight first place votes Freshman Dwayne Lautier- which could have ended 10 by the coaches. Dallas Baptist Ogunleye inbounded the ball to months ago. (56) and Wichita State (47), who fellow freshman Ronnie Suggs, Five days after Wardle was were pegged to finish second and who quickly passed the ball to hired last March, six Bradley third, received two and one first- sophomore Donte Thomas. players announced they would place vote respectively. Thomas hesitated before retur- transfer from the program, and Following the Braves are ing the ball to Lautier-Ogunleye four more would leave before the Indiana State (28), Illinois State with 17.2 seconds left and then start of the season. (27), Evansville (22) and Southern jogged toward head coach Brian Wardle said he met with each Illinois (13). Wardle. Wardle motioned Thomas of the players before they trans- The Braves finished third down the 3-point arc to where ferred to inform them he was in the conference last year and he would win the game with 15 going to change the program. played for a conference tourna- seconds left. “I’m a very honest and direct ment championship last season. “The whole game plan at that coach, and I said the program’s Their performance throughout moment was to give [Lautier- going to change off the floor and the season earned them a berth in Ogunleye] the ball and have him on the floor,” Wardle said. “If the NCAA tournament as a two- attack the guard that was guard- you’re looking for different ave- seed in the Louisville Regional. ing him, and if he had to kick, nues and different routes to go, However, the men lost some kick it,” Thomas said as his face this program is moving in this key players from last year’s widened to a half grin. “And it direction, so I hope you’re on squad. Pitcher/DH Elliot worked.” board.” Ashbeck and second baseman Just as he remembers it, The transfers left Thomas Chris Godinez opted to leave for Lautier-Ogunleye gave Thomas and Ka’Darryl Bell as the only professional baseball at the con- the ball with an abrupt but accu- two remaining players from last clusion of last year. rate kick out pass, and, almost season who would play for the Center fielder Isaac Smith, as quickly as Thomas caught the ball, he shot it. see THOMAS Page A11 see PRESEASON Page A9

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BY KEVIN LINDGREN Tyler said. “Those sort of intan- job done.” Off-staff Reporter gible things, such as belief, often- Fresh off the emotional victory times are the determining factor against NIU, the women carried As quickly as the Bradley when it’s a close match, and it that momentum into their match women’s tennis team suffered a certainly was for us this week- against Valparaiso. Bradley’s losing streak, it was replaced by end.” dominating play resulted in a 7-0 one of the winning kind. The Braves struggled early shutout of the Crusaders, cap- Bradley ended their two-game as they dropped their first two ping the Brave’s successful day. losing skid with a victory against doubles matches. However, the Tyler praised his team’s stam- Northern Illinois Universiy on team rebounded by winning four ina, as it steamrolled through its Saturday, and the Braves then of the five single matches and second match in five hours. notched another win against claimed the victory. “They did a great job of over- Valparaiso later that same day. “To rattle off three wins imme- coming some tiredness and the Throughout the 16-game his- diately in the singles was huge emotional drain that comes from photo by Anna Foley tory between NIU, Bradley was because I think that it took the winning an emotional match like The Bradley men’s basketball winless but that ended Saturday pressure off some of the other the previous one,” Tyler said. when Bradley downed the team is improving but doesn’t photo by Ann Schnabel girls who were still playing,” Bradley will look to keep the Huskies by a final score of 4-3. Tyler said. “It was an adverse momentum rolling this week- have a win to show for it yet. Sophomore Alejandra de Lasa “Belief for us was there, and situation being down, [but] we see TENNIS Page A10 returns a volley during a match. it was critical,” head coach Matt rose to the occasion and got the Page A10

“@macklemore maybe @BradleyBraves’s should give you a roster spot #MVCHoops.” - @MEG_atron13, Megan Gorecki, replying to a video of rapper Macklemore ScoutSportsDesk hitting a half court shot on Bradley’s practice court.