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THE INDEPENDENT STUDENT PAPER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAMPSHIRE SINCE 1911 he New Hampshir TTNHdigital.com thursday, March 2, 2017 Vol. 106, no. 35E 12 UNH students criminally charged in ongoing investigation Production bud- get for a cappella By Andrew Simons chants rang in the air and multiple contributed. When asked about Barbieri. The following non-stu- DESIGN EDITOR people were seen climbing build- the time frame of the investiga- dents were also arrested: Germán group ‘Not Too ings, streetlights, trees and even tion, Kelley said it took longer to Ortiz, William Glynn and Kyla Sharp’ appealed For many in New England, cars. identify some, but as a whole, it Robinson. Despite the 15 arrests, the night of Feb. 5, 2017, will When the dust settled that took approximately two or three the investigation is still ongoing. live on as one of the best sports night, three vehicles, all parked on weeks. On Feb. 22, the UNH Police By Stef Khairallah games of all time. When the dra- Main Street, had been damaged The ongoing investigation Department posted a video show- CONTRIBUTING WRITER ma stopped in Houston with the by multiple individuals. With so has made substantial progress ing three girls who appear to be New England Patriots prevailing many people having had taken since the incident, as a total of 15 dancing on top of a car. According A Student Activity Fee over the Atlanta Falcons, the ac- videos and photos of the incident, people have been charged with to UNH Police Chief Paul Dean, Committee (SAFC) appeals tion carried over into the streets of it gave law enforcement offi cials criminal mischief; all but three these girls have not yet been iden- board met with members of the Durham without skipping a beat. a good lead into identifying pos- of them were UNH students. The tifi ed, but he asks the UNH com- executive board of SAFC, the a It was measured that roughly sible suspects. following UNH students were munity to continue to help them in cappella group Not Too Sharp 3,000 people, UNH students in- When asked about the origin taken into custody that night: Gar- the identifi cation process. (NTS), and a pair of appellants cluded, fl ocked to Main Street to of the photos and videos, Dur- rett Colantino, Cheyenne Collins, “UNH Police detectives in the Memorial Union Build- celebrate. With their excitement ham Police Department Deputy Elizabeth Connolly, Sophie Bene- continue to provide support to ing (MUB) on the morning of high, questionable decisions were Chief Rene Kelley said that the detti, Jean Douglas, Nicole Grabe, Durham detectives by using so- Wednesday, March 1, to discuss made by some of those who at- videos and photos “came from a Malik Carter, Shaan DeJong, Ty- a SAFC decision that was made tended the celebration that night. wide range [of sources],” but gave ler Young, Kaitlin Goulart, Mi- Arrests two weeks prior. Beer bottles were thrown, vulgar much credit to the students who chael DeAngelis and Michael continued on page 3 SAFC, the committee re- sponsible for allocating funds raised from the student activ- ity fee to student organizations, Durham welcomes Thai street noodle and Asian fusion restaurant recently awarded the student a cappella group Not Too Sharp $10,000 to fund the production of their new album, which will be titled “Rewind.” Kunal Kapur and Christian Merheb appealed to the board to overturn the decision made by SAFC to fund the production of the group’s album. Each club or student orga- nization that receives funds from SAFC is required to meet with the committee and create a bud- get. Not Too Sharp is a UNH all-male a cappella group which circumvents the need for instru- ments and choreographs musical numbers with vocal numbers and Courtesy of Bamee/Azure Facebook Page bouncy enthusiasm. The group (Left to right) Crispy chicken salad and traditional pad thai dish. One of the many desserts available on the Bamee/Azure has produced multiple full-length menu in Durham. A brunch dish served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. albums and has been featured Aaron Soroa/Staff live on “The Today Show.” (Right below) Bamee/Azure specializes in crispy chicken, which can be ordered through many diff erent dishes. Merheb suggested the proxy voters on the issue were not in- By Aaron Soroa a surprise to many students who wanted to do something fun with Teepratiganon said. Ultimately, formed enough to weigh in on such a decision. A proxy voter is STAFF WRITER were unaware of the grand open- students, like noodles.” Her friend Teepratiganon settled on a loca- ing. Although the opening was a is the owner of the Thai restaurant tion in Jenkins Court. a replacement for an appointed surprise to students, the restaurant in Dover called Khaophums, and While Bamee/Azure is Tee- member of SAFC who could not Students looking for a new be present to attend a meeting. ethnic restaurant around campus had been in the planning process had suggested the college town of pratiganon’s fi rst independent for over a year. Durham as an ideal location for business venture, her family was Merheb pointed out these indi- have fi nally met their match as viduals were not properly briefed Durham’s newest restaurant—Ba- Bamee/Azure owner Pat Tee- Teepratiganon’s business venture, no stranger to the restaurant busi- pratiganon was excited to see her though she said it was challenging ness, as they used to own a restau- on the issues at hand. mee/Azure—opened its doors for Henry Edwards, the repre- the fi rst time on Monday, Feb. 27. business idea fi nally become a re- to fi nd a location in the town. rant in Waltham, Massachusetts, The “Thai street noodle and ality. When asked why she chose “It took [me] months to fi nd Asian fusion” restaurant, as they Durham as a location for her res- a spot. Originally [I] was going Bamee A cappella like to describe themselves, was taurant, Teepratiganon said, “I to take the place of The Juicery,” continued on page 3 continued on page 3 PCAC elevator temporarily suspended from renovation project

By Bret Belden main, though the third had to be “We believe, as well as the believe this next phase should be other things, the lack of handi- STAFF WRITER scrapped due to a fault in the bud- university, that [the PCAC] is something that’s a priority for [the capped accessibility and desper- get. The university could afford something that should be pri- PCAC].” ate need for internal improve- Due to budgetary issues, an both the smaller elevator, which oritized,” College of Liberal Arts At an open forum in the fall ments. Huddleston heard these elevator planned for the univer- will be located in the museum, (COLA) College Academic Af- 2016 semester, UNH President complaints loud and clear. sity’s Paul Creative Arts Center and the larger one on the arts side. fairs Coordinator Kevin Sousa Mark Huddleston responded to Renovations began over (PCAC) has been temporarily The third elevator will be reevalu- said. “But within the limits, a group of PCAC students’ con- winter break and will continue scrapped from the ongoing con- ated after the university has a there’s only a certain amount of cerns with a simple response: the struction project. chance to plot out the budget for money available each year for PCAC, as it stands, is “a mess.” PCAC Two other elevators re- the next fi scal year. certain renovations. We certainly Arts majors spelled out, among continued on page 3 A Look The Ahead Mar. 2 NE - Anime Club, MUB W 338/340, 5 - 8 p.m. - Improv Anonymous Show, MUB 18, AMPSHIRE 8 - 10:45 p.m. H Since 1911 WEATHER: 46/20 INDEX* Partly Cloudy/Wind

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PCAC consider, but what we’re trying Bamee continued from page 1 to do is make the PCAC the best continued from page 1 environment we can for students through second semester. The at the moment.” which was later moved to Arling- eye-sore that is the restroom The university’s request ton, Massachusetts. Teepratiga- trailer is intended for construction for an increase in state funding non’s mother, the executive chef workers and students while the in- was recently denied. It’s among of Bamee/Azure, has been cook- door facilities are worked on. The SAARC’s responsibilities to al- ing for restaurants for the past 25 idea, at least to start, is to solve locate state funding, a job that has years and is also the mastermind some accessibility issues by over- been in the spotlight since news behind Bamee’s crispy chicken, hauling the restrooms. came of the unchanging budget. which is undoubtedly the signa- Sousa oversees much of the Student Body President Jonathan ture menu item of the restaurant. planning and works closely with Dean, who sits on the SAARC The menu at Bamee offers the Space Allocation, Adaption committee, said there’s an out- a variety of Thai food options. and Renewal Committee (SAA- standing amount of pressure to al- Customers have the options of RC) to address several aspects of locate money for PCAC improve- appetizers, noodle soups, noodle renovation on campus. SAARC is ments. dishes, salads or rice dishes. a standing advisory committee to “There are two levels of Some of the appetizers include President Huddleston and over- renovation at the PCAC,” Dean Tako Balls (Japanese squid sees development, assignment, said. “There’s the want for an balls with sriracha and barbeque naming and stewardship of all entire renovation, and the want sauce), Pork Gyoza (dumplings), university buildings and related for specific changes. For the first, and Healthy Rolls (spring rolls). infrastructure. you’re looking at $30 million to Their website, bameeazure.com, “We’ve set plans in place to $40 million, which the university advertises both the Clear Tom renovate practice rooms, the Brat- just doesn’t have. The state is not Yum Soup (“one of the most ton auditorium — which involves increasing our money for capi- popular street noodle soup for improved stage lighting for larger tal investments. For the specific Thai people”) and the Massa- venues — and restrooms,” Sousa changes, like the elevator, I’ve man Curry with Crispy Chicken said. “The main goal is to make been told it’s not going to happen (“Thai famous Massaman curry, [PCAC] a more livable location this summer and is going to be re- crispy chicken, onion and pea- for current students. Obviously evaluated in the fall.” nuts, served with side of Jasmine we have future generations to Rice) as two of their main menu items. I had the opportunity to try some of the food at Bamee dur- ing their grand opening, and I was not disappointed. I started #instaunh my meal with the Pork Gyoza, which are very similar to dump- lings or wontons. For my main dish I had Massaman Curry with Crispy Chicken because Tee- pratiganon suggested it. At first I was taken back by the idea of the curry sauce having peanuts in it, but, when I took my first Aaron Soroa/Staff bite, the subtleness of the pea- (Above) Fried ice cream garnished with cookies, chocolate nuts combined with the intense and powdered sugar. (Below) Curry chicken dish with a flavor of the curry was a great side of pork gyoza and white rice. fusion to top off the already deli- cious crispy chicken. The help- now, they are staying as a “self- livery, but do offer take-out. If ings are more than enough food, service” restaurant, meaning that you’re looking to go out with and I was more than satisfied by customers order their food at friends for dinner or lunch, I the end of my meal. the counter and seat themselves. highly suggest trying Bamee/ Bamee/Azure is a nice, They currently do not offer de- Azure. clean and modern restaurant. For Want to write for The New Hampshire? Take photos? Publish your opinions?

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Arrests Bowl when the Patriots defeated continued from page 1 the Seattle Seahawks. “We have experience from No experience needed, we can help you write cial media to identify individuals [the 2015 Super Bowl] when the your first story! responsible for damage in down- Patriots won a thrilling game town Durham,” Dean said. “We against Seattle, so we were bas- encourage those responsible to ing our operations plan off of that contact the Durham Police De- game,” Kelley said. What Kelley ...Hope to see you there! partment.” and his law enforcement partners didn’t realize was that this time, Dean also said that it’s just a determine how much money was plies for several grants a year and double the amount of people A CAPPELLA matter of time before those in the made from the sales. will pursue a lower budget pro- would be at hand, and some of continued from page 1 videos are identified and charged. Kapur suggested the online duction process if necessary. According to Deputy Kelley, them would decide to partake in sentative for Not Too Sharp at iTunes sales made by NTS did “Our last album was recog- all 15 individuals charged with illegal activities. Kelley also said the Wednesday hearing, noted not give the proper royalties to nized nationally. We really want criminal mischief “were each that lessons were certainly learned the expensive costs of producing the university’s funding their en- to keep that momentum going,” bailed on $1,000 Personal Recog- from this year’s situation. a high quality album, and pointed deavors. Edwards said. nizance, which is pretty typical “We will do things differ- out the group’s former success The group plans on continu- The decision regarding the for a charge such as this.” ently the next time we are in a with their prior album that sold ing the project regardless of the matter of the hearing is expected While discussing this inves- similar situation and will take into somewhere between 200 and board’s decision on the matter, to be released by Friday. tigation, Kelley recalled the simi- account the lessons learned from 300 copies. Neither NTS nor the which has yet to be revealed. lar celebration of the 2015 Super this this event,” Kelley said. SAFC had the proper figures to Edwards said the group ap- 4 thursday, March 2, 2017 news THE NEW HAMPSHIRE UNH students put their best foot forward in efforts to network at career fair

By Aidan Reo Students were provided The UNH Career Center Andrews said. “They come to because they were just curious, CONTRIBUTING WRITER with “student help areas” where hosted a number of events lead- the career fair with an appro- while others were hopeful they they could ask questions to pro- ing up to the fair to prepare stu- priate elevator pitch, they dress might find a job for the near The UNH spring 2017 Ca- fessionals so as to prepare them dents. Last Wednesday, Feb. 22, appropriately, they follow up future. Junior business adminis- reer and Internship Fair broke for when they begin talking to the Dress for Success event was professionally, I’m just always tration and finance major Brian previous attendance records, ac- the companies in attendance. held in Union Court of the Me- really impressed with them.” Quigley said he had quite the cording to Raina Sarvaiya, direc- Students were also provided morial Union Building where Andrews said that these successful afternoon. tor of UNH Employer Relations. with tours around the fair to give students could get tips on how to were her personal views and “I came to look for some The specific attendance numbers those unfamiliar with the career dress in an appropriate manner don’t necessarily reflect the internships and got an interview were not available in time for fair environment a sense of what for the event. opinion of Liberty Mutual. with Prudential,” said Quigley. press. it’s like. Of the employers present Andrews said that in gener- “They would potentially of- With 217 employers and 15 “We’re really excited about there that day, Liberty Mutual al, Liberty Mutual looks for stu- fer me a 12-week program over sponsors packed in the Whitte- this fair,” Sarvaiya said. “We’ve Insurance isn’t one that’s new dents who are innovative, tech- the summer in the Boston area more Center, Sarvaiya said that worked really hard on increas- to the UNH campus. Campus re- savvy, collaborative and result which would be great.” this spring’s career fair was the ing the number of employers by cruiter Paige Andrews says that oriented—all attributes Andrews Quigley went to the fair largest one yet. The event also understanding what it is our stu- this is because of the success that finds UNH alumni to have. with a group of friends, all of included new amenities to help dents want so that we can bring Wildcats have at her company. The students in attendance whom he said had moderate suc- students in their job searches. employers that reflect the needs “I think that the underclass- that day all saw differing levels cess in talking to employers that and wants of our student body.” men are really well prepared,” of success at the fair. Some went day.

TNH PHOTO ALBUM UNH Career Fair

On Wednesday, March 1, UNH undergraduate students dressed for success and networked their way through the career fair. The fair, which was held in the Whittemore Cen- ter, hosted a record-breaking 217 companies. Go Wildcats!

PHOTOS BY BRENDON BURNS

- Putting out twice a week since 1911 - THE NEW HAMPSHIRE news thursday, March 2, 2017 5 TNH alumni series Hadley Barndollar | Class of ‘16 | Staff Writer

By Gabrielle Lamontagne and a lot of writing, but it’s the “Ever since I was a kid I’ve STAFF WRITER industry and I’m really glad to be loved writing. I started out at starting out here at The Herald,” UNH as an English major but I This piece is a segment Barndollar said. realized that I love to tell other of the ongoing “TNH Alumni Barndollar explained that she people’s stories. I caught the bug. Series” that profi les former staff does not directly work for Sea- So my junior year, I declared as members of The New Hampshire. coast Online, but writes instead a journalism major and never for the print paper, The Ports- looked back,” she said. Though former The New mouth Herald. Barndollar is interested in Hampshire staff member and “Like any other newspaper, more than just writing about small UNH alumna Hadley Barndollar, all of our articles are published town issues, though. ‘16, was briefl y an editor, above online. Seacoast Online is just a “During this last election all else, she prefers writing. big name for a bunch of different cycle I’ve found that other pas- “I knew that writing was my papers,” Barndollar said. sions have come out. I think in favorite thing, so I was always a Barndollar says she has en- the future I’d really love to write staff writer. I think I was a news joyed working for The Herald so about social injustice, racial in- editor for maybe three weeks, but far. justice and poverty. I’d love to decided to go back to being a staff “One of my favorite parts write about the Gray City and writer,” Barndollar said. of the job is writing for the Sun- those types of neighborhoods. I Hired last October by The day feature paper, which gives hope my journalism career takes Portsmouth Herald, Barndollar is reporters an opportunity to dive me to a place where I can amplify still making use of her TNH jour- into more investigative, regional the voices of those that can’t be nalism experience. pieces. The last few months I’ve heard, or are perhaps silenced,” “I cover everything from tackled some big topics. I wrote a Barndollar said. crime to town meetings to eco- story about heroin deaths leading In fact, this was a passion that nomics in the Exeter area and sur- to an increase in organ donations Barndollar got to exhibit while rounding towns. Basically any- around New England. Last week working for The New Hampshire. thing that happens in any of my I published a story about Granite “My senior year I got to seven towns, I write about it. I’m Staters concerned about the pend- cover the Democratic National what they call a ‘hard news news- ing Affordable Care Act repeal on Debate that came to campus and paper reporter,’ which is what I a federal level,” Barndollar said. that was a pretty terrifi c capstone liked to write while at TNH, so However, Barndollar’s pas- to my TNH career.” courtesy of hadley barndollar sion for the written word did not As a Boston area native and I am really enjoying it. I work Former TNH staff writer and current writer for Th e Ports- start at UNH, though her college fan of the Red Sox, Barndollar closer to a fi fty-hour week than a mouth Herald, Hadley Barndollar has spent time writing forty-hour week. It’s a lot of work career may have had an infl uence said she dreams of, one day, writ- in her career path. ing for The Boston Globe. about everything from heroin to economics.

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Line Cooks, Counter Service, Hotesses Waitstaff, Doormen & Bartenders 6 thursday, March 2, 2017 news THE NEW HAMPSHIRE UNH students speak out about disabilities In Brief due to all the pain she was in and the surgeries she continuously Colorado steps to allow marijuana clubs has to have. “Everyone has a disability in something,” the second student By KRISTEN WYATT Colorado law currently who spoke, Lea Macheras said. ASSOCIATED PRESS neither bans nor permits pot Like Robinchaud, Macheras said clubs. The result is a patch- she also had a hard time in school. DENVER – Colorado is work of local regulations re- Lea, now a recreational thera- moving ahead with a fi rst-in- garding pot clubs. py major, went to several high the-nation attempt to allow Supporters of the bill schools in Massachusetts where marijuana clubs. called it more of a fi rst step she said she was repeatedly told But the measure that toward establishing the na- by teachers and other students passed a Republican state tion’s fi rst Amsterdam-like that she wasn’t smart enough for Senate committee Wednes- clubs. Though bars couldn’t school. She said it was actually day evening doesn’t go as far allow pot consumption, yoga the schools that were failing her. as some marijuana activists studios, art galleries, coffee “I had to learn how to trans- hoped. shops or other public event fer my physical fl exibility into The bill would allow on- spaces could apply for licens- Anita Kotowicz/Staff mental fl exibility,” said the third site marijuana consumption at es. (Left to right) Rebecca Robichaud, Lea Macheras and panel member, psychology major private clubs in willing juris- “I don’t have time for Christopher Depietro lead a panel on what it’s like being a Christopher Depietro. Unlike the dictions. And those clubs may perfect when we have an op- portunity to move forward,” student with a disability on campus. other two student speakers, Depi- allow indoor pot smoking, etro’s disability came later in life. despite health concerns about said Shawn Coleman, a lobby- At a young age, Depietro endured indoor smoking. ist for a Boulder County mari- Next, the three student pan- By Anita Kotowicz a traumatic brain injury. Prior to But the bill is far from juana company. elists took turns introducing WEB EDITOR the injury, he was a runner and, allowing a statewide network The city of Denver is themselves and spoke of how overall a very active individual. of pot clubs. For one, it would working on its own rules for their lives are affected by their Not all disabilities are physi- He described to the crowd how allow any jurisdiction to ban bring-your-own pot clubs. disability. The fi rst student was cally visible, nor do they affect his injury forced him to have to them, same as they can cur- Denver’s measure does not social work major Rebecca Ro- everyone the same way. Wednes- re-teach himself how to talk and rently prohibit retail pot sales. allow indoor pot smoking, bichaud. day, March 1, in MUB Theater walk and ultimately regain use of Also, the bill does not though the drug could be “I didn’t have a profes- II, a group of three students with the right side of his body. permit pot clubs to serve alco- smoked on outdoor patios in sor here at UNH tell me that I disabilities led a panel discussion After introductions and de- hol nor food. some cases. couldn’t do it,” Robichaud said titled “The UNH experience for scriptions as to how their lives are Since the pot-legaliza- The statewide measure when comparing her teachers students with disabilities.” affected by their disability, the tion measure passed in 2012, now awaits a vote by the full and guidance counselors in high The panel discussion began panel opened the room to ques- marijuana activists have com- Senate. school to the faculty at UNH. She with the distribution of the annual tions from the audience. All their plained that tourists and peo- Even if Colorado’s pot went on to inform the audience award from the UNH President’s answers resonated from the same ple who don’t want to use pot club proposal clears the Sen- with a discussion on the condition Commission on the Status of Peo- idea; make those with disabilities in front of their children need ate and then the House, the she has: Fibro Adipose Vascular ple with Disabilities. The award feel included in any situation. places to consume pot. bill still faces a dicey path to Anomaly (FAVA). The condition was given to the individuals who They stressed the sense that dis- “We’re legal and we becoming law. causes masses of tissues to grow make sure all the pathways on abilities are simply one aspect of need a place for people to go. Democratic Gov. John in her leg. Robichaud described campus are cleared from ice and a person’s identity, and that no We need social clubs,” said Hickenlooper opposed Den- how she was bullied in school snow that come with the frigid one can be defi ned by one char- Ashley Weber of Colorado ver’s pot-club measure last and had a hard time keeping up New Hampshire weather. acteristic. NORML, a marijuana-legal- fall, and he has told reporters ization advocacy group. more recently that he’s not Smoking pot is banned on sure if a statewide pot-club sidewalks, in parks as well as law would invite federal in- most Colorado hotels and car- tervention in Colorado’s mari- rental companies. juana experiment. Rodney Dangerfield mural faces criticism

NEW YORK – Rodney softened it,” Gillian Archer Dangerfi eld made a career out said. “Nobody likes a double of getting “no respect.” His chin.” widow contends he’s not get- Flynn McLean thinks the ting much in death, either. mural should stay. NY1 television reports that “I would not want to see Joan Dangerfi eld doesn’t think that mural removed just because a mural in his old New York it’s not the most fl attering” like- City neighborhood does him ness, said McLean, who added justice. that Dangerfi eld “wasn’t the Artist Francesca Robicci best-looking guy in the world.” painted the mural last year in The comedian, who died in Queens, working from a photo 2004 at 82, obviously could not provided by Dangerfi eld. be reached for comment. But Dangerfi eld also donated his hangdog shtick still runs $1,000 toward the project, amok on the website Rodney. which was commissioned by a com. community group. “I tell ya when I was a kid, A letter from her lawyer I got no respect,” says one of his calls the image “less-than-fl at- famously self-deprecating jokes tering” and says Rodney Dan- posted there. “My old man took gerfi eld “deserves nothing but me to a freak show. They said, the highest respect.” ‘Get the kid out, he’s distracting The artist says she worked from the show.’” for free and is heartbroken but There on the website is is willing to return to New York a big picture of Dangerfi eld, City from Italy to do some cos- looking a little bug-eyed and metic work. truth be told double-chinned. Residents were divided on It’s next to this apropos adage: the comedic controversy. “A Life of No Respect “I think you could have Lives On.”

PLEASE RECYCLE THE NEW HAMPSHIRE news thursday, March 2, 2017 7 NH Briefs Alpha Loft’s Founders Series comes to Durham By Chandler MacKenzie in regard to his business suc- One of the hardest parts for me UNH gets big donation from peter beck CONTRIBUTING WRITER cesses since 2000, when he first was figuring out how much time opened Jumpin’ Jay’s. it would take to get this going,” As part of Alpha Loft’s “Opening Jumpin’ Jay’s Denault said. CONCORD, N.H. – A shire and Cornell University, was a sort of meeting a demand Denault also said that he be- woman whose late husband is located six miles off Ports- “Startup Tuesday” event, two UNH alumni spoke about their in the area. When people come lieved the startup would take at helped develop a marine labo- mouth on Appledore Island in to Portsmouth, since it’s a port least a year or two to get off the ratory in the Gulf of Maine has the Gulf of Maine. successes and challenges of start- ing their respective businesses town, everyone wants to eat the ground, but he’s still facing many donated $650,000 to the Uni- The field station caters to fish,” McSharry said. “When I unexpected challenges. versity of New Hampshire. undergraduate students inter- in the Entrepreneurship Center (ECenter) in Madbury Com- was looking around Portsmouth “One piece of advice to stu- Nancy Beck gave the ested in focusing on marine all of the fish seemed to be fried, dents that I would give today is to money this week in honor of topics in their college majors. mons. Based out of Portsmouth, Alpha Loft is a nonprofit eco- I wanted to start something with plan to devote a lot of time to the her late husband Peter Beck, The lab’s executive direc- pan-fried or seared fish, and it startup because everything takes who is credited with playing tor Jennifer Seavey says the nomic development organization dedicated to helping founders of took off.” longer than planned,” Denault a critical role in developing “transformational gift” could McSharry also mentioned said. “It takes a lot of time, but I Shoals Marine Laboratory. The be used for things such as a startups getting off the ground with locations in Durham, Ports- that he is involved in real estate wouldn’t trade it for the world.” facility, which is jointly run by new research vessel and faculty as more of a “hobby,” as he de- Director of the ECenter, Ian the University of New Hamp- housing. mouth and Manchester. Al- pha Loft sponsors a series of velops and rents out multiple Grant, said he has nothing but events around the Southern New condominiums in the Portsmouth praise for students who want to Hampshire area every Tuesday, area. He said he finds success in start their own company. Brady Sullivan pays EPA lead paint fine bringing in founders of startup that business venture as well. “My big spiel to students companies that have started in “I work with great partners is that know and love what you the seacoast and southern New and great people and that’s really want to do and stick with it. It CONCORD, N.H. – One The inspection by the state Hampshire areas. the key to some of the success I will take time and it may not of New Hampshire’s biggest and the EPA was sparked by a Jay McSharry, most promi- had as well. Knowing people and be easy, but it’s worth it in the developers has settled with complaint that lead dust and nently known for founding, knowing and, more importantly, end and I love seeing students the Environmental Protection chipped paint from sandblast- starting and currently owning liking the industry you’re in are achieve their goals,” Grant said. Agency for lead paint viola- ing of an unoccupied apartment Jumpin’ Jay’s Fish Cafe in Ports- essential to starting your own Joshua Cyr, director of edu- tions at one of its properties. was ending up in the building’s mouth and the Mexican restau- business and making sure it suc- cation and acceleration at Alpha Brady Sullivan Millworks common areas, possibly expos- rant chain Dos Amigos Burritos, ceeds,” McSharry said. Loft, also had advice for students II and Brady Sullivan Mill- ing tenants including women and Charles Denault, founder of Denault spoke to his expe- who wished to start their own works IV of Manchester will and children. SimpleCharters.com, a company rience working with developing business. pay a penalty of $90,461 after Manchester ordered a halt that allows customers to sched- his own business and its website, “There are an incredible an inspection in 2015 found to the sandblasting because ule charter planes online, spoke which was unlike anything he amount of resources for students lead levels above acceptable a subcontractor didn’t have a in the ECenter Tuesday, Feb. 28. thought he would experience. He right here in the area. Right here safety standards at a four-story, permit, and the EPA ordered The CEO of Alpha Loft, Mark also claimed that the idea for his in Alpha Loft and the ECenter, all historical mill building known Brady Sullivan to clean up the Kaplan, moderated the event. startup came to him through his of it is free to students and we are as Mill West in Manchester. dust. At this event, both business- love of aviation. resources willing to help. We are men spoke about their experienc- “I started with a hot dog cart, open to all majors, not just busi- es in the world of entrepreneurs believe it or not, and it turned ness as is commonly thought,” Association for the Blind is renamed and also answered questions into a private jet startup through- Cyr said. from the crowd. McSharry spoke out the years and here I am now. CONCORD, N.H. – An The organization helped organization that helps New more than 1,000 people last Hampshire residents who are year with things like technolo- blind or visually impaired live gy, transportation, occupational independent lives is getting a support and recreational activi- tnh Photo album new name. ties, but officials say the need The New Hampshire As- for its services is far greater. sociation For the Blind is now More than 30,000 people in #InstaUNH called Future In Sight. Da- New Hampshire have visual vid Morgan, president of the impairments, including chil- Concord-based nonprofit, says dren and babies in rural areas Check out some of our favorite photos from people using the new name better repre- that haven’t been served. Of- sents how the organization has ficials also note that the over #InstaUNH on Instagram this week. grown and adapted to changing age 65 population is expected needs in demographics since its to double in size in the next de- founding in 1912. cade.

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By Alex LaRoza survival, and she helps him move himself says, “The Gods, settled STAFF WRITER around when needed. before my birth all I was to do… Throughout the play, you can But misery is not guilt!” Imagine, for a moment, a feel the love and compassion that We are left wondering world in which free will is non- Oedipus has for his two daugh- whether free will is just an illu- existent, and your fate was pre- ters, the only people left in his sion we maintain for sanity, and determined before your birth. You life at this point in time. Without whether one can be guilty for can try as hard as you can to es- them, the blinded and cursed Oe- what one doesn’t know or has no cape fate, but you have no choice dipus would most likely be dead, choice in the matter of. in the matter, and there is no way which adds a sweet spot to an oth- For me, the most moving to escape your destiny. erwise unrelentingly hopeless and moment of the play occurs in This is the terrifying world tragic play. the scene before Oedipus’s pre- that Oedipus, King of Thebes, “Oedipus at Colonus” had determined death. Polynices, the finds himself trapped in during many powerful themes inter- son who cast his own father out of “Oedipus the King,” the first seg- woven throughout, but one was Thebes, has himself been exiled impossible to miss given the cur- and plans to take Thebes back Stef Khairallah/ Contributing ment in Sophocles’ classic trilogy of ancient Greek plays. rent state of international affairs: from his brother, Eteocles. He ar- (From left to right) Lisa Demaine, Blythe Baird and Clarice the topic of refugees. In the play, rives hoping to receive Oedipus’s Perryman together at MUSO’s feminist poetry night. The After realizing that he had unknowingly fulfilled the proph- King Theseus of Athens proudly forgiveness, but the blind man event was held as a part of UNH’s Feminism Week. ecy to kill his father and marry accepts Oedipus into his city, and refuses to even acknowledge his his mother, Oedipus gouges out later the chorus says, “As refu- son’s existence at first. He turns By Stef Khairallah evenings on the last Monday of gees, our new lives could begin.” away from his son to pretend he each month. The event offered his eyes in horror. “Oedipus at CONTRIBUTING WRITER Colonus,” the second play of the The nature of the current adminis- isn’t there, and even scratches at free coffee, donuts and the op- tration’s policies towards refugees his own bloody face out of agony. portunity to share original spo- trilogy, follows the cursed and 20-years-old and viciously unfortunately makes the play just When he finally speaks, the words ken word poetry. blinded former king as he and his poignant, Hamline University as timely in 2017 as it was when that he utters contain nothing but Student poets were given daughter, Antigone, seek refuge student and spoken word poet, it was first written, if not more so. contempt for Polynices. Oedipus the floor to slam about just about in the city of Athens. Blythe Baird, spat poems with As Richman writes in the play’s never forgives his sons before his anything, but social justice stood As part of a cross-college the virtuosity held only by pamphlet: death, and this is perhaps the most as the overall focus. Topics var- production of the classic trilogy someone who has lived the sto- “It is virtually certain that the heartbreaking moment in the play. ied from heartbreak to abuse to of plays (“Antigone” being the ries they are telling. This spoken Athens of 401 B.C.E., the Athens I think every student ought to insecurity and even drug use. third of the bunch), the UNH The- word poet is the youngest to in which this play was first per- see at least one classic play before “I love to see my peers atre Department put on three per- have competed at the National formed, would not have made the they graduate. Viewing “Oedi- speaking so eloquently about formances of “Oedipus at Colo- Poetry Slam and headlined the refugee welcome. I leave readers pus at Colonus”, twice nonethe- such important issues. These nus”; one Wednesday evening, Memorial Union Student Or- of this note to ponder whether the less, made me realize that despite things are hard to talk about and another Thursday evening and the ganization’s (MUSO) monthly United States in 2017 would wel- technological advances and vast talking about it is important,” last on Sunday afternoon, during open mic poetry slam, Monday, come this tired, poor creature, this differences in time periods and women’s studies and English the weekend of Feb. 23 through Feb. 27 in MUB Theater II. Feb. 26. unlucky wanderer.” civilizations, the most basic prob- The first thing that struck me The other main theme lems we face, both as individuals “ about the play was the marvelous throughout “Oedipus at Colonus” and as a society, are never really I’m really into making people uncom- acting of UNH Theatre Professor is more universal and philosophi- resolved, and history often re- cal: the role of fate with regards peats itself in tragic ways. If we fortable, I think that’s where you grow.” David Richman as the title role. The fact that Richman is legally to morality. The play presented a are never made to examine our blind in real life only added to the vision of a universe in which free mistakes and find a way to break Blythe Baird realism of his performance. In the will does not exist, and every- this cycle, perhaps we are just as thing depends on the curses and cursed and fated as poor King Oe- Spoken Word Poet play, the former king now relies on his daughter, Antigone, for blessings of the gods. As Oedipus dipus.

“I learned to be the funny major Felicia Nadel said after girl cause when you’re the fat Check out our ‘Oedipus at Colonus’ photo gallery attending the event. girl, you have to be,” Baird said. UNH’s women studies de- Baird’s focus falls on eat- Page 10 partment sponsors the annual ing disorders, rape-culture and “Feminism Week,” with a se- feminism. Well known in the ries of events shedding light on community of online poets, her women’s issues with a series of works including “Pocket Sized different events. The series runs Feminism” and “When The Fat from Feb. 24, beginning with the Girl Gets Skinny,” recently went “Vagina Monologues” and ends viral. Baird is now a full time March 7 with an OMSA #Real- student at Hamline University Talk seminar on the legalization and recites her poetry at colleges of sex work. across the country. “Rape culture is prevalent. “Spoken word was more Putting words to experience is than just writing for me, it was extremely helpful to those who a whole world of support. Writ- experience these things on a ing became this method of social regular basis and don’t know change. Writing has the capacity if others are walking around in to reach people,” Baird said. silence,” UNH alum and former The event, sponsored and organized by MUSO, was ori- Carlos Martens/ Staff ented around Feminism Week. Poet (Above and Below) Actors on stage during UNH Theatre and Dance’s production of “Oedi- The organization hosts poetry continued on page 10 pus at Colonus.” THE NEW HAMPSHIRE ARTS thursday, March 2, 2017 9 10 things to do when you’re stuck in Durham over Spring Break

By ABIGAEL SLEEPER ARTS EDITOR 1. Sample some local brews. It’s time to face the facts, ‘Cats: Not everyone goes to Cancun for spring break. Some of us road trip If you’re over 21, take advantage of our to Montreal; some of us work; some of us go back to local breweries. The Portsmouth Brew- our parents’ place, binge-watch “House” on Netflix ery, Redhook and Smuttynose are among and knit 14 hats (and by “some of us” I mean me, last local brewers who offer facilities tours and year). Some of us even stay right here in Durham, and samples. spending the week in an empty town while all our friends are Instragramming fruity umbrella drinks by the pool can seem like a major bummer. Not to 2. Explore College fear,though, friends. While Durham may not have pool-side cocktails, there’s still plenty you can do to Woods stay busy and have fun when you’re stuck in Durham for spring break. “I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately.” 3. Hit the 4. Snag some fresh - Henry David Thoreau Durham is home to a network of beauti- beach goods ful walking trails and woods to explore. Personally, I think a day spent in nature is Allie’s pick: never wasted. Take your daily run to a new venue, or just wander around and take in Anyone born and raised in New England Stock up on local goods and fill your the beauty. knows that the ocean is not meant to be pantry for the week at the Seacoast warm. Even on our hottest days, the waters Eat Local Winter Farmers’ Market at off of the New England coast are generally Exeter High School, March 11, 10 a.m. frigid. Take advantage of the empty beaches to 2 p.m.. You’ll find local produce, to take a long walk, collect shells or snap dairy, breads, candies and more. some beach instas of your own. 7. Rock out Get crafty 6. 5. Mini road trip Check the Main Street Makery’s website for upcom- Spend a day ing workshops or their weekly $5 craft. Word on the learning the Maybe you don’t have the time or the funds street is you could be making yourself a personal- ropes, or honing for a cross-country trek, but there are ized apron during the week of spring break... your climbing plenty of adventures to be had within a few skill, at Indoor hours drive of Durham. Check out a near- Ascent in Dover. by city like Portland, ME or Newburyport, If you have any spare The gym offers MA, or head to northern NH to take in the 8. intro lessons and charm of North Conway and enjoy the time... special day-pass scenery along the way. rates for stu- dents. 10.Check out 9. Adam’s Point Perfect a recipe Elizabeth’s pick: Everyone should have a few If you’re looking for a nearby, easy way to experi- staples in their cooking reper- ence Durham’s nature in all its glory, take a quick toire to whip out and impress trip down Durham Point Road to Adam’s Point house guests, new friends and Two words: Dover Bowl. Nothing brings back Wildlife Refuge. Adam’s Point is a great place for your aunts at the holidays. Now middle school nostalgia like a night of black-light a mellow hike or bike ride, and offers stunning is the perfect time to work on bowling. Not only does Dover Bowl have some waterfront views of Great Bay only roughly 10 yours. Need inspiration, check awesome deals, they also offer laser tag and $2 minutes from the heart of campus. Bring a friend out tnhdigital.com for recipes beer. Need I say more? or go on your own; it won’t be hard to find your from TNH Test Kitchen! way back. 10 thursday, March 2, 2017 ARTS THE NEW HAMPSHIRE

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If you do not see your side of the argument being presented, we invite you to submit a letter to the editor by sending an email to [email protected]. 12 thursday, March 2, 2017 OPINION THE NEW HAMPSHIRE Grotesquely Optimistic Thumbs up So why is Disney so popu- outcast in order to obtain his lar, anyway? Even among us dream of wealth, but conform- college kids, each new Disney ing to them enough to want to Thumbs down movie sparks interest, whether it be thought of as a cunning and ends with controversy, derision, handsome person. or awe. Well for one, the music in “Tor would like to quit and their movies continues to be not be a fl orist./ Gunther does inte- Thumbs up to elevators. only beautiful, but it has become rior design./ Ulf is into mime, inspirational and awe-provoking Attila’s cupcakes are sublime./ at times. It also provides a lot of musing on music Bruiser knits, Killer sews, Fang clarity either into other cultures does little puppet shows/ And Thumbs down to elevator music. than our own or into relatable Vladimir collects ceramic uni- individual and group mindsets of Gabrielle Lamontagne corns!” our own era or those long gone. Thus Flynn ridicules Ra- “I’m malicious, mean and know what someone might be punzel’s optimism and the scary/ My sneer could curdle passionate about or interested dreams of the other thieves, feel- dairy/ And violence-wise, my in. The song starts by Rapunzel ing insecure himself. However, Thumbs up to a win for the hands are not the cleanest./ But attempting to rescue Flynn, her during his time with Rapunzel basketball team. despite my evil look/ And my guide to the kingdom, from a he learns to see the error of his temper, and my hook:/ I’ve al- bunch of ruffi ans and thugs by ways and that by sharing his true ways yearned to be a concert demanding whether they’ve ever self with her, Max, Pascal and Thumbs down to the next game pianist!” had a dream. They’re obviously the other thugs, he can become a being on the road. One of my favorite Disney surprised by this, showing that happier person. messages is this: Dare to Dream. they are used to the stereotypes “She’s got a dream!/ He’s Although this is certainly some- that lead them to behave the way got a dream!/ They’ve got a thing Disney has promoted all they do in or against society. dream!/ We’ve got a dream!/ So along, from a poor young girl be- When she gives them the chance our diff’rences ain’t/ Really that Thumbs up to spring break ing swept off her feet by a prince to express themselves, not only extreme!/ We’re one big team!/ in Cinderella to young girls bat- do they like her more, but they Call us brutal, sick, sadistic, and coming up. tling pirates in Peter Pan. Still, also prove to be happier people grotesquely optimistic!/ ‘Cause one of my favorite songs they and better citizens in the future, way down deep inside/ We’ve Thumbs down to being the only use to push this idea either on let alone trustworthy and loyal got a dream!” children or adults, through sto- friends. I think this is Disney’s one of your friends staying home. ry of course, is from a fi lm that “I’ve got a dream!/ He’s got way of saying that living your came out just about seven years a dream!/ And I know one day dreams, or at least experienc- ago. That is, the song “I’ve Got romance will reign supreme!/ ing them rather than hiding A Dream” from Tangled. Though my face leaves people from them, is important in life “Yep, I’d rather be called screaming,/ There’s a child be- to make us good people. It also Thumbs up to the Career Fair. deadly/ For my killer show-tune hind it, dreaming./ Like every- challenges male stereotypes and medley!/ (Thank you!)/ ‘Cause body else:/ I’ve got a dream.” social class systems by stating way down deep inside/ I’ve got Even Flynn Rider is dis- that despite appearances, these a dream.” guised from society from his true characters are not that different Thumbs down to stressing over I particularly love this self because he fears being ridi- from each other and are able to post graduation plans. song because it breaks stereo- culed and understands society’s be good friends. I agree, which types about masculine culture expectations of him, defying is why I love this song so much. and goes to show that you never them enough to become a social Please Thumbs up to the Bruins being Got Opinions? good again. Thumbs down to the haters that Send yours to [email protected] to think they’re not. be published in TNH Recycle

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In the past couple of weeks looking at UNH’s population, dents. In fact, she goes on to say You may choose to take can’t exercise their right that so New Hampshire law makers according to Fosters.com, 56 that only 37 percent of incoming away the people’s right to vote many people in our short his- have been discussing a law that percent of students at UNH are freshman at Keene State were just because they think different- tory have died for. I urge you to would restrict out-of-state stu- out of state. That means that in-state students. So ask yourself ly but the people choose who gets call these elected offi cials and dents from voting in elections. more than half of us, includ- “what are the real motives here?” your job. Just the other day USA demand that they don’t vote yes This is a clear violation of our ing myself, lose our right to A lot of us voted for the fi rst Today ranked New Hampshire as on this bill and protect our rights. principles and values as Ameri- vote because we hail from a time in the last election some of the third best state to live in. I be- Once some of us lose our rights it cans. Thinking of all the men and different state, yet we chose this us voted for Clinton and some lieve that this state is one of the becomes easier for others to lose women who serve in our military school and this state to be our of us voted for Trump and that’s better states in our union. That’s theirs. We cannot let this happen. and risk their lives to protect our home for four years. This law okay it’s what keeps our democ- why it attracts so many students Live free or die. rights and freedoms, this is a does not only affect UNH stu- racy healthy. But to the elected from other states because they clear indication that we have lost dents but students all over New offi cials who believe that it was know its natural beauty is un- sight of our American creed. Hampshire. out-of-state students who caused matched and its people are qual- These laws aren’t be- In the same Fosters article such a close margin in the elec- ity people. But this law, if passed, -Joey Ramirez ing drawn up because of “voter the author talks about how both tions understand that the people does tremendous damage to this fraud” or because there is a fl aw Keene State College as well as still hold you accountable. The fi ne state’s reputation. UNH freshman, in our system, but because of Plymouth State University have people know what’s right and The ‘live free or die’ state political science major political reasons only. When seen a decline in in-state stu- what’s wrong. is no longer free when its people THE NEW HAMPSHIRE sports thursday, March 2, 2017 13 The Bruins are back: the black and gold are headed in the right direction Ninety percent of the time where they were only a couple Los Angeles Kings 4-1 on the ins’ sixth round pick. Stafford I am joking on Twitter when I of weeks ago. road and the Dallas Stars 6-3. has 13 points through 40 games refer to the black and gold. I We are now eight games Puck movement is incred- this season and will add some say it at least three times every into the new era, if you so ible right now, all phases of the bottom-line offensive presence game, “the Bruins are back,” choose to call it, of interim game are clicking and we are to a team that could use it down but, in reality, it’s truly hard to head coach Bruce Cassidy. In seeing a completely different the road during the playoff push. believe that fans could be in a his eight-game sample, Cassidy team than what we saw with I completely understand position to say that and, for the has coached the Bruins to a 7-1 Claude Julien at the helm. With that it is only been eight games most part, not sound crazy at this overall record, with the single all due respect to Claude, who and there’s still plenty of time stage in the season. But it begs blemish coming on the road was a great coach, the change for Boston to choke yet again the legitimate question: are the against the Anaheim Ducks as BRIAN’S BANTER had to happen. Cassidy’s Bruins and breaks the hearts of Bean- Bruins really back? Not back as part of the team’s west coast trip scored six goals twice in eight town, but hear me when I say in “2011 Stanley Cup Champion off of a bye week. Amazingly, games. Other than one game on that there’s something that just and dominant Eastern Confer- the roster hasn’t changed much Brian Dunn Jan. 14 against the Philadelphia looks and feels different about ence presence” kind of back, since Julien left and eventually Flyers, Julien hadn’t touched six Cassidy’s squad. Sitting at third but is this Boston Bruins team put on the Montreal Canadiens Western Conference defending goals all season. in the Atlantic, the Bruins look looking like a playoff team for red and white Bruins fans love champion San Jose Sharks, a 4-0 Most recently, the Bruins like a strong candidate for a divi- the first time in three seasons? to hate. Once Julien’s system shutout against the Canadiens at added to their offensive arsenal sional or at the very least, a wild Yes. You have to recognize what left, this team started to open home. With Tuukka Rask in net, over the trade deadline day on card playoff spot. Realistically, this organization has done over the floodgates in the scoring any other Bruins team loses that Wednesday. Former Winnipeg I know a collapse can happen the past couple of weeks to bring column. They weren’t just beat- game by three at the most. Not Jets forward, Drew Stafford, was at any second, but for now just this Bruins team back to a some- ing teams, they were blowing Cassidy’s team. Even most re- traded to the Bruins right at the enjoy this ride. The Bruins are what legitimate standing from them out. A 6-3 win against the cently, the Bruins blew out the deadline for a conditional Bru- back, folks.

MBB But the Wildcats quickly continued from page 16 composed themselves and went on another run to go up 59-51 The America East Final Four with roughly two minutes left in first half. the game. UNH would continue to UNH continued to put it on 1 Vermont steam ahead and come out 74-65 UMBC as the team never allowed winners. the Retrievers to tie the game. By With the win, UNH advances the first half buzzer, the Wildcats to the semifinals of the America led 36-29 as Leissner scored 12 East playoffs. The Wildcats will points and Smith had 10. Cama- travel to Burlington, Vermont 4 UNH ra also dominated the glass with as they are set to face the num- 2 Stony Brook nine rebounds in the half. ber one seed in the conference, CHAMPIONS “We were focused on fin- the Vermont Catamounts, on ishing the game in regulation,” Monday, March 6 at 7 p.m. The Smith said of how the Wildcats Wildcats had their hopes of a held off the Retrievers. “We conference title cut short in the started to slow the pace down. We semifinals last season at the hands 3 Albany knew [UMBC] was going to press of the Catamounts and will have us. That is why we never let them to hand UVM its first conference get back into the game.” loss of the season to make it to the Much like the start of the conference finals. game, UNH came out full throt- “[UVM] is really, really tle and built a 13-point lead just good and I’ve been in this league five minutes into the second half. a long time with two different However, the Retrievers made a schools,” Herrion said about desperate push with a 12-0 run. UNH’s next matchup. “They’re UNH turnovers and defensive as good of a team [that I’ve seen] mistakes allowed UMBC to cut in many, many years. It’s going to the UNH lead to 52-51 with 8:33 be a tough environment and we’ll on the clock. have our work cut out.”

Known as, “The Old Man of the Mountain”

CHINA WONG/STAFF Senior guard Daniel Dion scored 14 points and went 3-8 from behind the three-point line in Wednesday night’s win. Thank you, Madison Parker 14 thursday, March 2, 2017 SPORTS THE NEW HAMPSHIRE Women’s basketball preview UNH vs. Stony Brook University Saturday at 12 p.m.; Cross Insurance Arena in Portland, Maine UNH is 25-4, 15-1 in America East; SBU is 12-17, 5-11 in AE THE POSTSEASON BREAKDOWN By SAM ROGERS The conference-leading ‘Cats started a rivalry with the ‘Cats in pectations but one thing remains on a roll. Pogue will be the key STAFF WRITER also dominated the league all recent years, was able to knock the same, one loss and the histor- for the Wildcats in the playoffs, season as they ended the year off UNH on Feb. 6 by a score of ic season that they built up will as she has been all year. Kat Fog- “Playoffs, we’re talking with a 15-1 conference record. 64-55. The Great Danes, as well be over. UNH needs to know arty will also need to continue to about playoffs?” As the calendar flips to as UMBC, the two and three that every game it plays should impress as Pogue will be draw- For the first time in pro- March, madness is on the hori- seeds in the conference respec- be treated like the finals, and to ing a lot of attention down low. gram history, UNH will headline zon. In both men’s and women’s tively, know they can beat the not overlook any teams. The backcourt featuring the America East conference college basketball, the most bi- Wildcats if they play well. The ‘Cats are in good hands Brittni Lai, Olivia Healy and tournament as the number one zarre finishes, upsets and plays Every game the ‘Cats play as head coach Maureen Magar- Kristen Anderson will need to seed. The ‘Cats will go to work all seem to occur in the next cou- this postseason they have to ex- ity has preached treating one compliment the dominant front- in their first round matchup Sat- ple weeks as every team tries to pect their opponent’s best effort, game at a time over the past two court to continue to confuse de- urday, March 4 against Stony finish their season with a victory. as they are the team to beat in the seasons. UNH is also led by a fenses. Brook. Although UNH has been America East. Luckily, the ‘Cats strong junior class that will give The road to the first confer- The Wildcats are fresh off the best team in the conference have had the experience of play- the rest of the team confidence in ence championship in school his- of a year that broke the record all season, and were able to de- ing with a target on their backs the postseason. tory begins in Portland, Maine. for most wins in a single season feat every team in America East, which will make the postseason Junior Carlie Pogue is in the The Wildcats will play at 12 p.m. as they finished the year 25-4. now is not the time to relax. pressure easier to handle. running for America East player at Cross Insurance Arena, where Albany, a team that has The Wildcats have high ex- of the year and lately she’s been they’ll start their journey. STATS of the DAY TNH Picks The ‘Cats’ Brian Dunn, Sports Editor: 58-51, UNH Team-high per game scoring average rebounding Zack Holler, Sports Editor: 60-44, UNH for junior margin over 16.8 Carlie Pogue. 6.1 opponents. Sam Rogers, Staff Writer: 53-48, UNH

GYMNASTICS WOMEN’S LACROSSE Pflieger leads ‘Cats to second Crusaders come from behind for over- place finish in Maryland time victory over Wildcats By ZACK HOLLER a 9.775 on the balance beam, an By BRIAN DUNN head coach Sarah Albrecht said beaten in the draw control cat- SPORTS EDITOR event that the Wildcats dominated SPORTS EDITOR about the game-winning score. egory in three of four games this behind the efforts of Casey Lauter “She was able to capitalize on season. On Wednesday vs. Holy The UNH gymnastics team (9.875), Riley Freehling (9.850) Junior goalkeeper Kate her opportunity and put it past Cross, UNH was bested in draw continued its hot stretch on and Pflieger (9.850). Clancy made a game-saving stop Clancy.” controls 14-9. Despite losing the Wednesday night in College Park, Sophomore Danielle Mul- in the final seconds of regulation Gurello and Croke propelled draw control battle, UNH picked Maryland as it came away with a ligan continued to prove she’s an to keep the score tied 10-10 with UNH to its early lead with strong up more ground balls and outshot second-place finish at the Mary- elite gymnast on the uneven bars the College of Holy Cross Cru- positioning leading to a scoring Holy Cross throughout the entire land Five Meet with a score of as she tied her career-high with saders at the end of regulation. flurry. However, the Crusaders contest. 195.225. Led by senior Meghan a score of 9.925. Mulligan has At that point, the hope of a took advantage of their man-up “I think there was some posi- Pflieger’s all-around score of consistently hovered at the 9.900 win was still alive for the Wild- opportunites. At two points in the tives at the beginning of the game 39.200, the Wildcats put together mark for the last few meets and cats. Only minutes later was it re- first half, the Crusaders cashed in with draws and scoring opportu- another great team effort to seize tied her best mark with another alized that yet another game had on extra-man advantages, leading nities but we have to be able to second place behind the host, dazzling performance. come and gone where the Wild- to a one goal deficit, 5-4 at 6:48. keep stepping on the gas pedal to Maryland. Four other schools par- UNH scored an underwhelm- cats have not recorded a win. Carly Wooters rounded out the put a team away,” Albrecht said. ticipated in the meet, including ing 48.275 on the vault, even A back and forth battle end- first half with a goal of her own to “Things aren’t going to change Maryland, Temple University, the though both Pflieger and junior ed in heartbreaking fashion for bring the lead to 6-4 and give the unless they make adjustments.” College of William & Mary and Elizabeth Mahoney scored a UNH, as the team dropped its Wildcats momentum going into The loss in Worcester, Mas- the University of West Chester. 9.800. Sophomore Nicole O’Leary fourth in a row, an 11-10 overtime the second frame. sachusetts brings the Wildcats to UNH finished before the and junior Marissa Toci struggled loss against the Crusaders. Devon Holy Cross would eventu- 0-4 on the season. The road ahead other four teams and Maryland on the vault, each scoring 9.200 Croke and Marissa Gurello pot- ally tie the game at six with two remains difficult for UNH as they squeaked out the win on their fi- or lower, leading to the low team ted a hat trick each and Clancy quick shots that found their way next travel to Fairfield, Con- nal event, the floor exercise, for output. O’Leary redeemed herself finished the afternoon with eight past Clancy to open the second necticut to take on the Fairfield a first-place finish. The ‘Cats with a score of 9.850 on the floor saves. Despite doubling UNH’s half. The rest of the contest was University Stags. In a matchup finished a mere 0.525 points be- exercise, a score that tied her with turnover total of 15, the Crusad- held close, with no team gain- against the Stags on March 5, hind the Terrapins for first place. teammates Pflieger and junior Lia ers erased an early four-goal defi- ing more than a two-goal edge. 2016, the ‘Cats were handled by a Pflieger’s performance was con- Breeden, as well as four other cit to tie the game, their only lead Holy Cross overtook the ‘Cats final score of 16-6. UNH will re- sistent across the board as she gymnasts, for the meet-high. the entire game was the overtime in the final minutes as Crusad- turn home for a matchup against scored a 9.800 or higher in three Next up for the Wildcats, game-winner. ers’ midfielder Patalita scored the the UMass Amherst Minutemen of the four events while scoring they’ll host Brown University and “On defense we didn’t stay equalizer with the clock winding before traveling out west to take a respectable 9.700 on the bars. Yale University on Sunday, March balanced in our approach to the down in regulation, as well as the on California programs such as Sophomore Danielle Doolin im- 5 on Senior Night. The meet will ball, despite [Mary Patalita] be- game-winner in the second pe- the University of Southern Cali- pressed, again, with her all-around start at 1 p.m. at Lundholm Gym- ing in a low angle area, we fouled riod of overtime. fornia (USC) and San Diego State score of 38.825. Doolin scored nasium. and gave her a free position shot,” The Wildcats have been University. THE NEW HAMPSHIRE sports thursday, March 2, 2017 15 playoff preview UNH vs. Merrimack College Friday at 7 p.m.; Lawler Rink in North Andover, Mass. Saturday at 7 p.m.; Lawler Rink in North Andover, Mass. Sunday 7 p.m.; Lawler Rink in North Andover, Mass. (if necessary UNH is 12-14-5, Merrimack is 14-14-6

The time for talk is all but a 1-0 series lead after a 3-1 win en the likes of Boston College, to be in the lineup for the start of distance, making a heavy dose over. Records are wiped clean, in game one. The following two Boston University, University of the playoff series, the ‘Cats will of 894 saves and averaging 2.97 regular season successes and fail- nights belonged to the Warriors Notre Dame and the University hope to have some much needed goals against. In last year’s series, ures are in the rearview and the and Merrimack advanced, hand- of Vermont, all with a home-ice depth at the blue line for the first Tirone was a game-changer. In focus is surviving and advanc- ing the Wildcats their first exit in seed or higher going into this time in a while this season. The three games against Merrimack, ing. It’s Hockey East playoff time the opening round or earlier since tournament. forward depth has taken a hit Tirone made a staggering 132 once again. its existence in the Hockey East Merrimack’s recent suc- with players such as Shane Eiser- saves while averaging 43 saves a The Wildcats are quite fa- tournament. cess has been coming off the man and Marcus Vela unlikely game in the series. miliar with their opening round This season, the Wildcats sticks of both Derek Petti and to return for the remainder of The Wildcats had a less than dance partner. In a rematch of hold the edge with a 6-2 win and Jace Henning. In the past three the season, but Wyse’s presence ideal end to the regular season, last year’s opening round series, a 2-2 tie in the early stages of the games, Henning and Petti have adds another big body for UNH losers of five straight games, UNH will once again battle Mer- season. This Warriors team is combined for six goals and seven to utilize especially with blocking UNH now has an opportunity to rimack in a best-of-three series much different from when these points overall. The Warriors have shots. put the woes of the past behind for the right to advance to the two teams met in October, how- also posted a winning record in As was the case in last year’s them and make a fresh statement quarterfinal round. ever. Merrimack was 3-3-1 when Lawler, at 8-6-3, proving that a series, and numerous times this this weekend. As this league has Last year, despite going in they met New Hampshire for the win over Merrimack on the road season, UNH’s Danny Tirone will proven before, anything can hap- as the lower seed, the Wildcats first time. Since that meeting, the will not come easy. have to bring his A-game. In 30 pen and the fans should be in gave the Warriors a competitive Warriors have maintained a .500 With players like Anthony games started this season, Tirone for an exciting opening-round three-game series. The ‘Cats took record of 14-14-6 and have beat- Wyse and Dylan Maller expected has kept the ‘Cats within striking matchup.

(Ara Nazarian) Tale of the tape (Chris Miller) UNH Merrimack 118 Goals allowed 87

38-168 Power play 25-171

7 Conference wins 8

Tyler Kelleher (22) Leading scorer Hampus Gustafsson (14)

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Coach Umile’s take: TNH Picks “We know what it’s like going there. Ev- STATof theDAY erything about it is small... Every shot Brian Dunn, Sports Editor: UNH’s regular Merrimack beats UNH in a 2-0 series is a good shot.” season Zack Holler, Sports Editor: powerplay goal Merrimack beats UNH in a 2-0 series total. -Head Coach Dick Umile 38 SportS Tnhdigital.com Thursday, March 2, 2017 The New Hampshire

MEN’S BASKETBALL Burlington bound ‘Cats win rubber match with UMBC to advance to semis

CHINA WONG/STAFF Junior forward Iba Camara scored 10 points and grabbed a game-high 16 rebounds in Wednesday’s America East quarterfinal victory over UMBC, 74-65. The Wildcats will face the No. 1 seed, University of Vermont Catamounts, in the semifinals for the second consecutive year.

By DANIEL CLARE Leissner seemed to be scoring from everywhere as he scored from inside the paint and STAFF WRITER from outside the arch. He also earned four assists and swatted away two shots. It wasn’t all offense that won UNH the game however, its stellar defense allowed the ‘Cats to play On Wednesday night, the UNH men’s basketball team squared off in a rubber match a well-balanced game. against the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) in the first round of the “We [as a team] talked about establishing the game in the first five minutes both of- America East playoffs. The two teams had split their two regular season meetings and fensively and defensively,” head coach Bill Herrion said of UNH’s gameplan going into were looking to get the final word on who was the best. Once the final buzzer sounded, the contest. “I thought our defense was terrific right out of the gate. I thought it was really it was the Wildcats that came out victorious over the Retrievers 74-65 to advance to the good for the whole 40 minutes.” America East semifinals against the No. 1 seed, University of Vermont. Junior forward Iba Camara was the anchor on the defensive side of the floor by not It was a game that saw UNH gain the lead and never look back as the Wildcats were allowing easy shots in the paint and not getting in foul trouble. This allowed Camara to ahead for all 40 minutes of the game. The reason why UNH never trailed in the game was play significant minutes which contributed to the double-double he earned against UMBC. because it scored consistently from all places on the floor. This mainly came from two of He scored 10 points with 4-6 shooting from the floor and cleaned the glass with a game- the Wildcats’ most consistent players. high 16 rebounds. Senior guard Jaleen Smith played a good all-around game as he tied junior Tanner Junior guard Jordan Reed got on the board first with a three from the wing to put Leissner with a game-high 20 points. Smith also grabbed seven rebounds and dished out the Wildcats up 3-0 just 30 seconds into the game. The Wildcats’ lead increased to eight seven assists to help the ‘Cats. points, 17-9, following a Leissner layup and a Dion three-pointer with 12:39 to play in the

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Men’s hockey will take The women’s lacrosse The gymnastics team Sports Editor Brian on Merrimack College team lost a heartbreak- finished in second place Dunn details the Boston In this in a best-of-three series ing overtime road con- at the Maryland Five Bruins’ revival follow- in the opening round of test to Holy Cross on Meet on Wednesday ing the firing of Claude Hockey East playoffs. Wednesday. night. Julien. issue... | | | | PAGE 15 PAGE 14 PAGE 14 PAGE 13