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PREVENTION GV participates in statewide sexual assault conference

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Focusing on breaking the stigma surrounding sexual assault, first lady Sue Snyder and Gov. Rick Sny­ der hosted the second annual con­ ference on campus sexual assault Wednesday, Sept. 28 at the Universi ­ ty of Michigan. Inviting leaders from universities across the state, the con­ ference looked to bring student lead­ ers, administrators and community members together to brainstorm preventative and educational mea­ sures around sexual violence. Grand Valley State University stu ­ dent senate President Ella Fritzemeier attended the event as well as GVSU police department Captain Brandon DeHaan, who currently serves at GV- SU’s Clery compliance officer. “Sex is seen as a taboo topic and sexual assault is too, but this is some ­ thing we have to talk about because its something that is hurting all of our GUNSLINGER: Bart Williams (6) warms up on the sideline as the game gets underway Saturday, Oct. 1 against the Ohio Dominican Panthers. The Lakers will face campuses, ” Fritzemeier said. off against the Ferris State University Bulldogs Saturday, Oct. 8 defending this season's undefeated streak and No. 1 rank in the GLIAC North. GVL I KEVIN SIELAFF Though the main focus of the event was on preventative measures for sex­ potentially result in a three-way implications of this contest. our defense. Jason Vander Laan ual assault across the nation, it also BY BEAU TROUTMAN tie for first in the GLIAC North “These guys have really high ex­ was a great player that a lot of peo ­ featured smaller, specified sessions [email protected] with the Bulldogs and the Wayne pectations for themselves. ” ple in our building have respect that looked at educational methods State Warriors (4-1, tied for sec­ This will be the first time in for what he did, but this is going to between departments at a university. he last time the Ferris State Bulldogs were in ond in GLIAC North), if the War­ four years the Lakers will face a be a different style of quarterback Lubbers Stadium, they riors can beat Findlay (2-3). Bulldog team not quarterbacked that we’re going to have to face.” SEE ASSAULT | A2 walked out with a 61-24 Furthermore, a loss would mean by two-time Harlon Hill award The Bulldogs ’ defense ranks winT over Grand Valley State. the fifth consecutive regular season recipient Jason Vander Laan, who fifth in points allowed per game To the Lakers, that game might as loss to the Bulldogs, though the last graduated after last season. (22) and third in yards allowed well have been a decade ago. meeting between the two was an The Bulldogs are led by junior per game (346). “That game seems like it was impressive 38-34 GVSU win in last quarterback and Eastern Michigan The Bulldogs ’ only loss came 10 years ago, ” said GVSU coach year’s playoffs on the Lakers’ run to transfer Reggie Bell, who leads the against Ashland (4-1, first in GLI­ Matt Mitchell. “I don ’t really even the national semifinal. The Lakers team in both passing (1,048 yards, AC South) at home, meaning this worry about what happened in lead the all-time series 28-16-1. five touchdowns, four interceptions) game could determine the outlook 2015. I’m on to 2016. These are GVSU coach Matt Mitchell and and rushing (491 yards, five touch ­ for the rest of their season should completely different teams.” the Lakers know what this game downs). Bell and starting running GVSU win. A 4-2 record heading The Bulldogs (4-1, tied for second means for their season goals. back Jahaan Brown (476 yards, two into the rest of GLIAC play would in GLIAC North) will be back at Lub ­ “It’s one of many big opportuni ­ touchdowns) provide a one-two not bode well for a team vying for bers this Saturday, Oct 8, for a game ties in their life,” Mitchell said. “I’m punch for an offense that operates a postseason berth. against the Lakers with major GLIAC not going to put any more gravity mainly out of the read option. The The Lakers will finally have the implications on the line. The Lakers on that than any other times that Bulldogs feature a wide receiving support of a Lubbers Stadium home (5-0, first in GLIAC standings) could we’ve had opportunities to prove corps that includes five different crowd again against the Bulldogs. potentially solidify themselves as the ourselves in a competitive arena. I players with 12 or more receptions. They are back home for the first time favorite to finish first in the North. don ’t think our guys will be over ­ “(Bell) is electric,” Mitchell EDUCATING: Ella Fritzemeier, student A loss to the Bulldogs could whelmed, I think they know the said. “It’ll be a big challenge for senate president, gvl I kevin sielaff SEE HEAVY | A9

INNOVATION GOVERNANCE Creating Gv student wins transparency $1,000 for tiny GV student senate strives to improve house project communication Annual idea pitch competition winner hopes BY JESS HODGE [email protected] to build an affordable housing community Every Thursday at 4:30 p.m., sense of ownership without a hefty BY SANDA VAZGEC student senate President Ella Frit­ [email protected] financial gamble. zemeier bangs her gavel to indicate “I wanted to solve the middle the start of the student senate gen ­ Having an idea that becomes ground between the emptiness of eral assembly. Eight vice presidents a business venture is what every renting apartments and jumping sit to her left and right and 50 sena­ entrepreneur strives for, but this into the risks and large expenses tors are seated in front of her. But can be difficult to achieve without of home ownership, ” Peurach said. the gallery, meant for people from sufficient funding. To help young “There’s a great community for it the public to sit, stays mostly empty. entrepreneurs fund their start-up right now, a lot of people are em­ The 50 student senators are projects, Grand Valley State Uni­ bracing the trend of tiny homes responsible for representing the versity holds an annual idea pitch rather than this just being a fad.” other 25,000 GVSU students. But competition with $1,000 on the Prospective residents could ei­ ENTREPRENEUR: Tom Peurach holds his check for $1,000. His idea for building what does student senate do? line for the winning idea. ther purchase a tiny home or lease tiny homes won him first place at the idea pitch competition. GVL I EMILY FRYE What do they work on? How are The 12th annual idea pitch com ­ out a lot space for pricing competi ­ they involved on campus? trepreneurship and Innovation. clarity of presentation, identifying petition was held Tuesday, Oct. 4 tive to renting an apartment. Fritzemeier was appointed as stu ­ The event is open to all GVSU key competitors, presenting the in the L. William Seidman Center. Peurach said the idea stemmed dent senate’s president in April and undergraduate and graduate stu ­ market niche size and opportunity, More than 25 GVSU students took from his personal desire to live in has been working to create a rela­ dents interested in starting a busi ­ how the investment will be used the stage one at a time to give their a tiny home, which he has plans tionship between the student body ness or sharing a start-up idea. In and the delivery of pitch. Contes­ 90-second pitch to a panel of judges. to do after college. and student senate since her first day order to participate in the competi ­ tants can earn up to 50 points, with The students were only given a mi­ Brittany Taylor placed sec­ as president. Part of fostering this re­ tion, a student must register prior to an additional five points available crophone —no visual aids or props al­ ond, winning $750 for “Pressure lationship is helping GVSU students the event to ensure their application in the event of a tiebreaker. lowed. After their presentation, each Ulcer Prevention ” and the third understand what the governing meets all rules of eligibility. CEO president Zoe Bruyn said student was asked a series of follow­ place prize of $500 went to Aaron body does and what they are work ­ The panel of judges includes an the idea pitch competition is an ex­ up questions from the judges. Schaafsma for “934 Bagwork. ” ing on throughout the year. array of entrepreneurs, business perience to help students get a feel Tom Peurach won the first place The annual event is sponsored by To help facilitate that knowledge professionals, venture capitalists, for what business competitions are grand prize of $ 1,000 for “Tiny Home the Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organi ­ alumni and angel investors. Communityf a plan to create small zation (CEO), along with the Richard M. and Helen DeVos Center for En­ Pitches are scored based on the affordable homes, which provide a SEE HOME | A2 SEE SENATE | A2

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NEWS BRIEFS in video form or just an advo ­ immediately that the audience college students are three times more likely than women in HimiiHiiHiiiiimmiiiHiiiimnniimiiHiimiiHMtMMMiiimiiMiiiiMiimitiiiHMiiMHiiiMiinmi ASSAULT cate’s presence on campus. ” was predominately female,” CONTINUED FROM A1 Currently, a group of stu ­ Fritzmeier said. “I would love general to experience sexual violence. Females of the same FLU SHOTS dent senators at GVSU are to see more men involved in One of these sessions was a age who are not enrolled in col ­ Grand Valley State University will be offering flu vac­ working on creating a cam­ preventative measures. ” panel discussion including lege are four times more likely. cinations from Monday, Oct. 3 through Thursday, Oct. 27 at paign to present to athlet­ This plan is something athletic directors and coaches One way Fritzemeier various locations. The GVSU Health Center, as well as the ics that is modeled after the GVSU’s student senate has from the University of Michi­ has considered combatting Allendale. Pew, Holland and Muskegon campuses will have a strong involvement of GVSU already set into motion and gan, Michigan State and East­ violent behavior on college clinic set up throughout the month for vaccinations. administrators and student is also a focus for the GVSU ern Michigan as well as several campuses is through the Flu shots at the clinics will cost $40, payable by credit leaders, Fritzemeier said. police department. high school coaches. education of high school or debit card but can also be charged to a student ac­ “We have done a pretty “This is more than just an The panel talked about pro ­ students on the realities and count. Insurance billing is available at the GVSU Health good job at having people issue for females, it’s a man’s moting a “top-down ” approach definitions of sexual assault. Center. Appointments are not required, but it is recom ­ like President (Thomas) issue as well,” DeHaan said. to sexual assault education, es­ “Education about this mended to print and complete the shot form ahead of Flaas and Jesse Bernal pres­ “We have to focus on chang ­ pecially within the athletic de­ topic needs to start occur ­ time. For a detailed list of all clinic dates and times or to ent at things like town hall ing the conversation. ” partment, Fritzemeier said. ring in high school to help print a shot form, visit www.gvsu.edu/fhc/flu . meetings, ” Fritzemeier said. Though DeHaan stressed “When someone tells you “Our campus leaders really sexual violence is not only with the rape culture on col ­ that they are a college athlete, lege campuses, ” Fritzemeier NATIONAL DEPRESSION SCREENING DAY care about making this uni ­ something that women experi­ you hold them to a higher pro ­ ence, he also pointed out that said. “This is something that The Grand Valley State University Counseling Center versity the best it can be." file,” Fritzemeier said. “Athletics women are more likely to expe­ should be talked about more will be providing free and confidential depression screen ­ Another topic of con­ is an audience we haven ’t really rience sexual assault by a male and it shouldn ’t only be about ings from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6. Screenings cern was the involvement focused on yet and I would love than vice versa. Additionally, safety, it should be about sex­ take 10 minutes to complete and are available to all of men in cases of sexual to start incorporating work according to the Rape, Abuse ual assault and what is right students, faculty and staff. assault advocacy. with them into our efforts to and Incest National Network, and what is wrong." The service is provided on the Allendale Campus in the “When you looked around prevent assault, whether that’s women aged 18 to 24 who are Kirkhof Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and in the Recreation at the conference, you noticed Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pew Campus locations include DeVos Building C and the Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information about published in each Thursday than they were last year. She depression or screening services, contact (616) 331-3266. SENATE issue of the Lanthom. Rachel said they have a bigger pres­ HOME CONTINUED FROM A1 Travis, vice president for the ence and have done well at CONTINUED FROM A1 CHINESE MOONCAKE SOCIAL finance committee, spearhead­ tweeting about the events Grand Valley State University ’s Chinese language and and the transfer of informa­ ed the idea to publish specific happening on campus. like and use it as a chance to culture club is hosting a mid-autumn festival Friday, tion from senate to student, a numbers and data from finance Fritzemeier also said the improve their presentation Oct. 7. The event will feature Chinese tea. music and few changes have been made in reports. This is so people will senate is trying to be both pro ­ skills. mooncakes, a Chinese dish. The social will be held in the way student senate provides know how much each organi ­ active and reactive to not only The competition is one Area 51 in the basement of Kirkhof Center from 6 p.m. updates and reports. zation requested, how much things happening on campus, of many opportunities the to 8 p.m. and is free to all students. One big change for this se­ they received and what the but also national events. organization provides for mester is the way the finance money will be used toward. Working with other stu ­ aspiring entrepreneurs, she committee is releasing re­ added. STUDENT SENATE FINANCE REPORT FOR THE “I think Rachel (Travis), dent organizations on a va ­ ports. Members of the finance riety of projects and events “Essentially what we do WEEK OF OCT. 3 specifically with finance, has committee are responsible for been doing a really great job of has also helped student is help students start and going to appropriations fund ­ transparency’’ Fritzemeier said. senate get its name out to run their own businesses, ” Event funds: ing boards, where student “They’re making some more the GVSU community. This Bruyn said. “Students will The You Beautiful Black Woman club requested $175 for organizations have the oppor ­ documents about (the process) comes in the form of pub ­ come to us with ideas and induction of new members. The request was denied in full. tunity to request money from to make it more clear because lishing other groups ’ work we provide the knowledge The League of Legends club requested $360.20 for the general budget. The mon­ there’s still just a lot of discrep­ or going to their events. and resources connecting hardware to use for future tournaments. The motion was ey can be for events, trips, ancyand confusion about how “Supporting other orga ­ them to members of the tabled in order to talk to the IT department. promotions or other things to request funds or what will nizations with our social community who can help The Council for Exceptional Children Symposium for that organization. and will not get approved. ” media is helping our trans­ push their ideas forward. ” requested and received $841 for an event and speakers In an effort to create trans­ In addition to making fi­ parency a lot to show that CEO welcomes all stu ­ for GVSU students who might want to be future teachers parency, the finance commit ­ nance and funding numbers we’re not this ‘other body,”’ dents studying any disci­ Saturday, Nov. 12. tee now provides a synopsis available to students, Fritze­ Fritzemeier said. “We sup ­ pline to join the organiza ­ The Institute of Internal Auditors requested $1,385.70 of each appropriation funding meier also said they are keep­ port all students and thus tion or participate in the for an event in Orlando, Florida that already happened. The board meeting, which is then ing up on social media better all student organizations. ” pitch competition. request was denied, because student senate cannot reim ­ burse groups for events that have already happened. The Muslim Student Association requested $3,822 for food, marketing and speakers for an event Friday, Oct. 28. The request was tabled to change address and choose an adequate room for the size of the event. The Delta Phi Lambda sorority requested $4,807 for speakers, food and promotions for a Friday, Oct. 28 event. They received $3,833.

Travel funds: The La Tertulia Spanish club requested $1,455.72 for a trip to Chicago Saturday, Nov. 12. They received $1,290. The American Marketing Association requested and received $1,490 for transportation to an event in Chicago Friday, Oct. 21. Euphoria requested $2,104 for a conference Nov. 18-20. They received $1,290. The Collegiate Entrepreneurs ’ organization requested $2,689.20 for a conference in Tampa, Florida Wednesday, Oct. 26. They received $2,000.

Other funds: A Cappella Groove! requested and received $250 for an application fee.

Upcoming funding meetings: Cultural Funding Board: Tuesday, Oct. 11 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. in Kirkhof Center Room 1142 Appropriations Funding Board: Tuesday, Oct. 11 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in Kirkhof Center Room 2201

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STUDENT RESOURCES Library Technology Showcase offers experimental technology for Lakers 3-D printer, virtual reality glasses, laser keyboards draw in over 18,000 visitors in a year

a mobile app-controlled pa­ side entities. In the past, the BY KYLE DOYLE KDOYLECdiLANTHORN.COM per airplane and several other showcase has hosted schools unique pieces of equipment. including the University of Located in the atrium of The most popular of these are Michigan, Kettering Univer­ the Mary Idema Pew Library Makerspaces and 3-D printers. sity, Montana State University, at Grand Valley State Univer­ “Makerspace is like a do-it- East Grand Rapids Public High sity, the Technology Show ­ yourself place where you can School and Notre Dame. case is a drop-in space where build something, create some ­ This influx of outside students and faculty alike can thing, ” Kunnen said. “We’ve universities and schools is learn about state-of-the-art got a couple of 3-D printers apparent in the showcase ’s or experimental technologies here, open and available to all attendance data. for free, or rent them for use students and you can design an “Since September 2015, in school projects. object, print an object for free.” we’ve had 18,854 people (visit “Ihere’s a lot of engag ­ 3-D printing at the show ­ the showcase) and the high ­ ing, interesting technology in case has given rise to nu ­ est traffic in one day was 586,” here,” said Eric Kunnen, asso ­ merous different projects said Paul Wilson, emerging ciate director of eLearning and including laptop holders, technology specialist team emerging technologies. “Were Poke Balls, miniature wind leader and GVSU senior. trying to invent the future of turbine blades and more. Ihe showcase continues teaching and learning by ac­ “Somebody is printing a to expand and is always look ­ celerating the topic of educa ­ functional violin, ” said Nick ing for suggestions on what it tional technology on campus. ” Dillard, emerging technology could be doing better to help The showcase began in specialist and GVSU junior. staff and students learn. August 2013 with a 3-D “Ihey wanted a violin, and “We’re always willing to printer and the Double they couldn ’t afford it, so they hear feedback from students Robot, a two-wheeled ro ­ decided to print one instead.” and faculty,” Kunnen said. bot used for video calling. The kinds of technology “What can we do to come Since then, the showcase has the showcase has on dis­ alongside you and help you, grown to encompass nearly play has attracted people your teaching, help you in 40 different technologies. not only from GVSU, but your learning? What’s some ­ Technologies inside the from around the world. thing in here that you’ve showcase consists of the virtual Aside from allowing GVSU seen that we could maybe and augmented reality glasses, students and staff to experi­ purchase that would be the Amazon Echo, laser key­ ment with new technologies, something that you might ALTERNATIVE LEARNING: The Technology Showcase on the atrium level of the Mary Idema Pew Library boards, a hands-free mouse, the Technology Showcase of ­ be able to use for a project? ” is filled with various forms of innovative technology for students to explore GVL I MACKENZIE BUSH fers tours and services to out ­

JOB MARKET Career fair to bring in over 200 companies

BY EMILY DORAN thinks the opportunity to con­ learning which organizations EDORA NCcdLAN THORN COM nect in person with prospective draw employees from GVSU. employers offers a significant The Career Center provides For college students and advantage to students seeking opportunities for students to recent graduates, navigating employment because, ultimate ­ prepare for the fair beforehand. the job market beyond the ly, “people hire people. ” I'or example, there is increased university setting can be a “I think this is (a unique t availability for students to tricky endeavor. Ihat’s why place) where you can talk face- drop in and meet briefly with a Grand Valley State Univer­ to-face with the people actual ­ f representative to ask questions sity will be hosting a career ly doing the hiring and people or review a resume as part of fair to give GVSU students that want to hire Grand Valley the “Time for 10” program. In and alumni the opportunity students and alums, ” she said. addition, students can attend to connect with hiring em­ “Even if there are only five or the “How to Talk to Employ- ployers from different orga ­ 10 companies that are looking ers event Ihursday, Oct. 6 nizations Tuesday, Oct. 11. to hire for your from 6 p.m. to 7 The career fair, which is particular major, p.m. in the Kirk- expected to attract between I think it’s still a “If you have hof Center or L. 1,800 and 2,000 students great opportuni ­ one positive William Seid- and alumni, will take place ty to go and get man Center to from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the that face-to-face experience that learn tips about DeVos Place Convention interaction with you’re taking how to interact Center in Grand Rapids. these individu ­ professionally away from the Rachel Becklin, a career ad­ als.” * with prospective viser and internship specialist Proctor said career fair, I think employers. at the CiVSU Career Center, students should that’s good...” Students can thinks a significant benefit to come to the also see what attending the fair will be the career fair pre­ companies will face-to-face interactions stu ­ pared, although SUSAN PROCTOR be present at the dents will be able to have with that prepara­ DEVELOPMENT MANAGER fair via the Lak- prospective employees. tion might look erjobs database “There’s really not a lot of different depending on what and filter the results based on opportunities for students the individual student hopes the types of available job posi ­ to get in front of employ­ to gain from attending. Min­ tions. Proctor advises students ers who are looking to hire imally, students seriously to strategize and make a plan FACE-TO-FACE: GVSU students line up at the winter semester career fair. The event attracted between them,” Becklin said, noting looking for a job or intern­ for visiting the organizations 1,800 and 2,000 students and was held in the DeVos Place Thursday, Feb. 26. GVL I LUKE HOLMES that a significant portion ship should dress profession ­ that interest them the most, table outside the fair where Proctor thinks students experience that you’re taking of the job-hunting process ally and bring several copies given that there will be 244 dif­ students can pose last-minute will benefit from attending the away from the career fair, I typically happens online. of their resume, she said. ferent companies represented questions or get tips from career fair in multiple ways, think that’s good and that expe­ “The big thing I think is Becklin said business-ca­ at the fair and it will be difficult representatives of the Career ranging from simply getting rience could look different for making those connections. ” sual attire should be appropri ­ to visit all or even most of them. Center, Disability Support Re­ experience interacting with every single person, ” she said. Susan Proctor, an employer ate for first and second-year For students who still feel sources, Veterans Network, potential employers to walk­ For more information development manager at the students more interested in unprepared the day of the fair, International Center and the ing away with an interview. about the career fair, visit GVSU Career Center, also simply exploring the fair and there will be a new “ask me” Office of Multicultural Affairs. “If you have one positive www.gvsu.edu/careers . OH YEAH, YOUR PLACE COMES WITH ALL THIS. IF YOU DIDN'T HAVE CLA sF,W|PSk YOU'D NEVER LEAVE. Heated pool with sundeck

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EDITORIAL GVL EDITORIAL CARTOON By Taylor Scholtens Stop clowning around In light of campus safety concerns, recent clown tricks aren ’t funny

ts the plot of every historical background be­ cheesy horror mov ­ hind the creepy clown trend, ie. Clowns creeping there are ties to serial killers through old, aban­ and characteristics of psy­ Idoned houses, peekingchopathic behaviors. In the around open doors or 1960s, notorious serial killer watching you sleep in the John Wayne Gacy went on dark. But Hollywood is as a killing spree murdering 33 editorial(a)lanthorn.com far as the creepy clown im­ people dressed as his alter personations should go. ego, “Pogo the Clown.” En­ Throughout more than couraging or mimicking this STUDENT SENATE VOICES 10 different states, there kind of threatening and dan­ have been reports of indi­ gerous behavior is nothing to viduals dressed as clowns be laughing about. Battle of the Valleys: A wandering through the It seems as though once a woods, approaching chil­ decade, these creepy clowns dren in parking lots and come back to haunt us. sending threatening mes­ In the 1980s, clowns were tradition on and off the field sages. In Muskegon, Michi­ spotted around the nation charity of their choosing. It’s a involved in something more tions, all working together to gan, schools were forced attempting to lure children win-win for both schools, yet important than themselves. In make this the best year for into a “soft lockdown ” into vans or remote loca ­ GVSU seems to never match the past, the Laker Children’s Battle of the Valleys yet. Monday, Oct. 3 following a tions. Though these threats the contributions SVSU raises Fund has helped donate to or ­ We have fun events “creepy clown threat.” are nothing new, the con­ despite our school having ganizations including Mannas planned, including a pumpkin At the beginning of the sequences of these threats more than double the amount Meals, Team Jarod/Team 5K, GV’s Got Talent, Mr. leaker week, police in North Caro ­ remain the same. Any ac­ of students. SVSU has 9,766 Caleb, the SECOM Resource Pageant, a .Super Smash Bros, lina received a phone call tions that negatively impact students and GVSU has 25,325 Center and other organiza ­ tournament. Family Feud, a about a clown looking to a community and a sense students enrolled for 2016. As tions focused on helping water pong tournament and lure children into the woods. of general safety are not ac­ a result, GVSU has rarely ever children. more. There are many different With reports such as these ceptable. taken home the trophy for Yet, we only have so much opportunities to donate money coming in at what seems to Maybe you want to ig­ Battle of the Valleys fundrais­ money to give and nonprofit throughout the week at these be an alarming rate, law offi ­ nore these threats or possibly ing. Let’s change that this year. organizations continue to ap­ fun and exciting events, as well cials and citizens are making join in on the fun, but as the BY ELLA FRITZEMEIER FRITZEME(a>MAIL.GVSU.EDU This tradition, originating plyfor the money in the Laker as through an online form. it clear to their communities sightings increase, the sever ­ from 2003, helps encourage Children’s Fund. Thus, it is vital Even with this great coali ­ that this kind of behavior is ity of each event could as well. Every time students hear both universities to be engaged that we raise as much money tion of different groups, we not acceptable and, most im­ Especially if the clowns are the phrase “Battle of the Val­ in their communities. The pro ­ as possible so that we do not need all students ’ help. If every portantly, not funny. waving a weapon around, the leys,” they typically associate ceeds GVSU raises goes toward have to turn away many orga ­ student simply donated $1, we Grand Valley State Uni­ police are not going to ignore it with some kind of sporting the Laker Children’s Fund, nizations that are doing such would be able to raise $25,325, versity is not exempt from the this behavior. As Halloween event in which Grand Valley an organization that began in great things in our community. benefiting so many organiza ­ fear that follows the creepy approaches, pick another cos ­ State University plays .Saginaw 2013. This organization awards Little do you know, tions dedicated to helping clown trend. With reports of tume or maybe keep your in­ Valley State University. Yet, grants to various nonprofit students are already gear ­ future generations. Be sure “clown spottings ” showing ner clown at home. what many students don ’t organizations in Kent County ing up and planning for this to check out the events and up on social media platforms If you feel like getting into know is that Battle of the Val­ and Ottawa County communi ­ tradition, happening from do your part to help us defeat and within conversations in the swing of the Halloween leysis also an annual week- ties that promote education Sunday, Oct. 30 to Saturday, the Cardinals in the tradition the classroom, a general sense season this year, pick up a Ste­ long charity competition that and well-being in youth. Nov. 5. This year, Battle of the off the field, while cheering of uneasiness has set across phen King novel, have a hor ­ takes place the week before the This organization is that it Valleys is a coalition made up on our team to beat them, as the campus. Though this is ror movie marathon or find a GVSU vs SVSU football game. is primarily student-led. This of student senate, the Laker usual, on the field. a unique and unexpected great Halloween party. During this week, each allows our fellow Lakers the Traditions Team, Greek life, threat, it couldn ’t have come There’s a setting for school attempts to the raise the chance to take on a leader­ Future Alumni Association, GO TO: at a more inappropriate time. terrifying behavior, and most money possible toward a ship role, gain vital real-world Resident Housing Associa ­ In light of a recent spike in that’s behind the scenes http://blt.ly/2cTENal work experience and become tion and Spotlight Produc ­ FOR MORE INFORMATION reported sexual assaults and of a movie set or within crime near campus, there is the pages of a book, not no need for an added source in our Laker community. ------LETTER TO THE EDITOR------of distress. In fact, if you look at the Keep learning: public speaking as a skill speaking to be an effort ­ just not true. The issues how to use them to benefit less process. As much as I the author addressed in his yourself and your commu ­ GVL EDITORIAL BOARD would like these things to column are not uncommon nity. When the author states be true, they are not. and can be addressed by that he should not have to AUDRA GAMBLE Editor-in-chief It is only with hard work continued learned. Taking speak in public because he HANNAH LENTZ Associate editor and extensive practice that storytelling classes, learn­ is “not good at it,” he misses JESS HODGE News editor I’ve become a skilled speaker. ing empathic listening skills the point. That is the exact BEAU TROUTMAN Sports editor If I can do it, you can too. In a and practicing how to teach reason he should be asked KATE BRANUM A&E editor recent Lanthorn article, “The others will address each of to speak in public —to challenges of public speak­ these deficient areas. Don ’t become good at it. 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CAMPUS DINING Expanding students ’ palates International dinners feature food, culture from around the world

BY KYLE DOYLE “Our last one featured an for a truly unique, interdis­ [email protected] Brazilian dish called a fei- ciplinary experience. joada, ” Jawish said. “Its black “My dad is a Syrian immi­ Once a month, Grand Val­ beans with meat and it was re­ grant, so I’ve been exposed to ley State University students ally good. To add to the meal, multiple cultures my whole are able to experience a festi­ the capoeira club on campus life, and its amazing to see val of culture, an opportunity came out and performed. ” everyone’s perception of the to make new friends and new The next international din­ world, ” Darwich said. “I think food from another country. ner, however, will differ from food is such a great way to The Connection and the the standard routine. Interna­ share culture with people. ” Padnos International Center tional students will get a new The next international din­ have teamed up to provide In­ kind of experience than what ner takes place Sunday, Oct. 23. ternational dinners one Sun ­ the dinners already offer. Jawish said she knows that day a month, showcasing the Working closely with the sometimes people aren’t in­ food of a different culture. Sustainable Agriculture Proj ­ terested in the meal because “Every month, we pick a ect (SAP) and farm manager it might look unusual, but still different student to work with Youssef Darwich, the interna­ encourages not only interna­ Chef Joe Torres and Chef Co ­ tional students will spend the tional students to come out, lin Yonkers to put together day on the farm before delving but anyone who is interested. a meal that best represents into a fresh-cooked meal. “I’d imagine if we did their country,” said Elizabeth Darwich said they are an Italian dinner, the num ­ Jawish, international student going to have the students bers would be through the integration coordinator. plant trees at the SAP farm. roof, ” she said. “But, we’ve The dinner series has The farm began as a had students come into The been going on for five years community garden in 2008 Connection, see what’s go ­ and has showcased differ­ and has grown larger every ing on and say ‘why not ’ and ent foods and cultures from year. It offers students of all then try something new and NEW EXPERIENCES: A Grand Valley State University enjoys her international dinner. The dinners are across the globe, including majors, backgrounds and end up really enjoying it.” held one Sunday every month and feature food from a different culture. COURTESY | ELIZABETH JAWISH Nepal, Turkey and Brazil. standings to come together

SERVICE Peace Corps volunteers share experiences, encourage student sign-ups

BY DYLAN GROSSER enced was the generous and decision I ever made in my life.” [email protected] giving culture. Chris Lloyd served in the “There were people will­ Peace Corps in the Republic From the Dominican Re­ ing to take the tiniest piece of Palau from 2000-04. Her public, Malawi, South Africa, of cake and split it among 10 primary responsibility was to the Republic of Palau and people, so everyone can have do research on the coral reefs elsewhere around the globe, a little bit,” Barbash-Riley there, which are vital to the returned Peace Corps volun ­ said. “Very sharing, generous country’s tourism industry. teers spoke to students in the culture and people wouldn ’t Now, that experience in the Grand Rapids Public Library even think twice before shar­ Republic Palau has helped her ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY: Former Peace Corps volunteers team up with Grand Valley State Tuesday, Oct. 4. Their service ing the last thing they had.” in her current position: a high University to encourage students to decide to become a volunteer Tuesday, Oct. 5. GVL I EMILY FRYE varied from education, agri ­ Barbash-Riley joined the school science teacher. Grand Valley State University, like before she went into it, but is unlike any other, in that your culture, economic develop ­ Peace Corps because of her “Because I’m a high school preluded the meeting, speaking after she served, it was nothing service is based on how you ment, the environment, health cousin, another volunteer, af­ teacher, you need a lot of pa­ about the Peace Corps itself, like she thought it would be. want it to be,” Patrone said. and youth in development. ter hearing about some of her tience, and I feel it’s really how to apply for it, and what “In the end I think about A bachelor ’s degree is re­ Lydia Barbash- Riley experiences in Zimbabwe. She helped me with that,” Lloyd sectors of the Peace Corps exist. the relationships I’ve made quired for most sectors of the served in the Dominican said she remembered hearing said. “It’s given me good expe­ Patrone served in the Peace and how they’re still lasting Peace Corps, making college Republic from 2010-12. Be­ how difficult, yet overwhelm ­ rience so I can talk about that Corps in 2013-15 after she today,” Patrone said. “I was juniors and seniors the prime fore serving, she did some ing positive, it was. with the kids I teach, and use graduated. She was an educa ­ surprised about how these demographic for recruitment. volunteer work with Amer- “I decided then, at that that to bring them into science.” tion volunteer, teaching English people became my family.” Patrone said she hopes to get iCorps and in the youth young and impressionable age, Llyod met her husband in two public high schools in An advantage of joining 50 applicants this year, spread criminal justice system. In this is something I wanted to during her service, and still Nicaragua and to some adults the Peace Corps, Patrone across GVSU and other col ­ the Dominican Republic, do. I wanted to be able to give keeps in contact with her in the community. She said she said, is the experience of leges like Kendall College and Barbash Riley said the most back, to share some of the host family via Facebook. had preconceived notions of learning more about oneself. Calvin College, where she also impactful thing she experi­ privilege that I grew up with,” Carissa Patrone, the Peace the what the Peace Corps was “It’s just an experience that serves as campus recruiters. Barbash-Riley said. “It’s the best Corps campus recruiter for

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Marketing career night provides job opportunities for students

BY MEGHAN MCBRADY Center, there were about 75 to “Marketing has a lot of op ­ alumnus and the univer ­ find jobs, as he understands the dents to engage with various [email protected] 80 students that attended the tions, it’s a broad field.” sity relations manager at struggle of trying to find a job organizations and compa ­ event and met with 24 compa ­ Emphasizing how stu ­ Quicken Loans, said be­ immediately after graduation. nies in a business setting and For marketing students at nies and the marketing profes ­ dents who major in market­ ing able to talk to students “Finding jobs is a tough gain insight into becoming a Grand Valley State Univer­ sionals representing them. ing have a broad range of about Quicken Loans in­ obstacle to overcome after marketing professional. sity, learning what a consumer From meeting with various career options, which ranges ternship opportunities is a graduation, ” he said. “I’m “The opportunities that are wants and finding creative ways local and international busi ­ from working with social wonderful opportunity to glad that I’m able to help in­ available within marketing, to meet those needs is integral nesses - including the Grand media to research and proj ­ meet with GVSU students dividuals cross that bridge to which can be from a very small to their studies. While studying Rapids Griffins and Ranir ect development, she said the and talk about marketing find their future career path.” local company to a huge global various elements of marketing LLC - students switched from event is a way for students to careers within the company. Providing an opportunity organization, will feel very dif­ is one thing, finding a job and each business ’ table every understand what it means to Being a GVSU alumnus, to engage and meet with lo ­ ferent,” said Megan Riksen, as­ applying those skills to a real- 15 minutes in order to learn have a full-time marketing he said, he is happy to come cal and international mem­ sistant director of the GVSU world setting is another. about various marketing ca­ position in an organization. back to an event like GVSU’s bers of the Grand Rapids Career Center. “It’s really great In order to highlight poten­ reers and learn about poten­ “It’s not a career fair, they’re “Marketing Career Night ” as an community, the marketing to expose students to the whole tial career paths for marketing tial internship opportunities. not asking for a job, but for employer helping individuals career night is a time for stu ­ spectrum of their field.” students, GVSU’s Seidman Maria I^andon, a GVSU af­ tips to see what they can do College of Business marketing filiate marketing professor, said with a marketing degree in department partnered with the career night allows students their organization, ” she said. “I GVSU’s American Marketing to network with potential em­ also told my students that they Association (AMA) for a “Mar­ ployers, ask questions and gain could bring their resume and keting Career Night ” Monday, tips for writing a resume or get ­ ask the person if they would Oct. 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ting that second interview. mind to look at it later so they Held at the Loosemore Fo­ “The purpose is for ca­ could provide feedback.” rum in the L. William Seidman reer exploration, ” she said. Cecil Johnson, a GVSU reduced its in by 29.8% 5 years.

POTENTIAL: Students at Marketing Careers Night Monday, Oct. 3 inside the Seidman College of Busi ­ ness The fair gave students the opportunity to meet with various businesses GVL I MEGHAN MCBRADY

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HAUENSTEIN CENTER WHEELHOUSE TALK Gleaves Whitney, director of Grand Valley State Greek life by the numbers University ’s Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies, will present a Wheelhouse talk regarding GV chapters raise more than $200,000 for charity the upcoming election Friday, Oct. 7. He will discuss Although he is unsure of the political environment and analyze the ideals of previous years totals and a the exact total from last year’s modern American society. few are competitive between recruitment, Panagos is also Whitney will also discuss if various political move ­ one another. I would say our sure the number of bids has ments can work together to find common ground. goal as a community to have escalated for 2016 in efforts to The event will be held at 4 p.m. in the Charles W. a positive impact was hit, and increase Greek awareness. Loosemore Auditorium in the DeVos Center. The we are very proud of the total “IFC operates under a event is free and open to the public. For more infor­ dollar amount raised.” 365- recruitment style, where mation, visit www.hauensteincenter.org . As the bid night for 2016 finalized Monday, Sept. 26 for any fraternity can issue a bid sororities and Tuesday, Sept. to a potential new member HISPANIC HERITAGE EVENT: MARISEL HERRERA 27 for fraternities, both the if they see fit,” he said. “I Coach, author and educator Marisel Herrera will GVSU Interfraternity Council am positive we have seen a speak at Grand Valley State University to empower (IFC) and Panhellenic Coun ­ sizable increase in number Latina/o students and youth to maintain fearless lives. cil reported an increase in the of accepted and handed out Herrera ’s message affirms the power of education, number of members recruit ­ bids this fall from the last.” faith, culture and community to transform one’ s life. ed from previous years. In addition, Gayton said The forum will take pace Friday, Oct. 7 at noon President of the Panhellenic the total new members from located in the Kirkhof Center ’s Grand River Room. Council Malayna Hasmanis 2015 was 728, which includes Herrera will share experiences from housing projects RECRUITS The sisters of Tri Sigma cheer on new members at the 2016 bid night Monday. Sept. 26. COURTESY I panhellenic COUNCIL said the final number of bids winter recruitment as well. of New York City to the halls of academia, from over for 2016 is still being process, These new members are cru ­ two decades as an educational leader. nity puts into their philanthro­ but the total number is climb­ cial to increasing participation The event is LIB 100 and LIB 201 approved as at­ BY ASHLYN KORIENEK py and service, ” said Santiago ing over 400. For 2015, the fall and awareness on Greek life tendees will gain a new awareness on the challenges [email protected] Gayton, assistant director for recruitment brought in 404 efforts throughout the year. and obstacles that young people of color face in ac­ fraternity and sorority life. “I bids, which Hasmanis is confi­ Despite the individual cessing educational opportunities. Upon completion From walking miles for hope they continue to do good dent has increased this fall. philanthropic and recruit ­ of the program, attendees will be able to analyze the Multiple Sclerosis awareness work and I look forward to see­ “Although the numbers ment efforts each chapter history of oppression in comparison to today’s events. to hosting baking competi ­ tions, the Greek life at Grand ing the numbers for 2016.” are still being finalized with contributes, Gayton said For 2015, Gayton said the recruitment ending a little GVSU Greek life is focused TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE TOUR HOSTED AT GV Valley State University is committed to building phil­ Greek community raised more than a week ago, it is on creating a campus-wide Grand Valley State University will host the 2016 $219,255, far surpassing the evident there is a distinct impact reaching out to nu ­ Technology Showcase Tour, located in Parking Lot G anthropic efforts and straight ­ ening the community. $174,756 total for 2014. increase,” Hasmanis said. merous community partners. on the Allendale Campus. This event is the industry ’s Participating in the ac­ “This is so exciting to know “The overarching goal is only fully integrated commercial technology tour, For the 2015 calendar year, the funds raised by the tion, 17 sororities and 16 there is a growing interest in to give back to our commu ­ which takes place in a tour trailer. fraternities contributed to women wanting to be a part nity,” he said. “As engaged Students can learn about solutions from industry ­ GVSU Greek community in­ creased by $44,500 compared this number during 2015. In of our Greek community.” college students and mem­ leading manufacturers Friday, Oct. 7 from 8 a m. to total, all chapters were com ­ Traditionally, the IFC runs bers of value based com ­ noon. The interactive event will allow students to to the 2014 amount. Last year, both fraternities and prised of 1,644 members its process differently than the munities, we recognize that view and experience the latest technology in the na­ who contributed to the effort. Panhellenic Council as bids are we are members of a larger tion. The event is free and open to the public. sororities completed 50,772 hours of direct service. “There’s no established made year-round per chapter. community. We want to give requirement for our organi ­ However, IFC President Speros back to the GVSU commu ­ GV STUDENTS PREPARE FOR DANCE AUDITIONS “Our numbers continue to rise each year and I am always zation to hit,” Gayton said. Panagos said the fall recruit ­ nity and to the surrounding Students who want to major or minor in Dance proud of the effort our commu ­ “Although, many organiza ­ ment process is vital to attract­ Allendale and Grand Rap­ at Grand Valley State University should complete an tions strive to break their ing the new student population. ids communities. ” online application for the Dance Program, where each applicant can choose their individual audition date. The 2016-2017 upcoming audition dates are LAKER TRADITIONS Friday, Oct. 7 and Friday, Nov. 11. The remaining dates are in early 2017 during the winter semester. Students are encouraged to audition early, as spaces GV holds 21st annual and scholarships are limited. For more information, contact the Office of Music and Dance at (616) 331-3484. The auditions for Oct. 7 Renaissance Festival will take place from 9 a m. to 4 p.m.

BY SAMANTHA ELLIOTT-MOSLEY Noble knights, tavern pa­ [email protected] trons, students and commu ­ nity members transformed themselves and Grand Val­ ley State University’s campus to celebrate the 21st annual Renaissance Festival. action Participants role play Saturday. Oct. 1 on the Kirkhof Center GrandWley Festival attendees gathered lawn at the 21st annual Renaissance Festival. GVL | MACKENZIE BUSH State University . on the lawn in front of the R obert B. Annis Cook Carillon Tower Saturday, to the fair as being hard and tival provides, as both a club Water R esources Institute Oct 1 and Sunday, Oct 2 to stressful work, but worth it and during the annual event, watch re-enactors battle with for the final product. is a memorable experience. Making a difference through research, education, swords or spin fire, learn about “This is the most fun I have “It’s one big family, people and outreach life during the Renaissance and all year,” Sickrey said. you can rely on,” Lambert said. buy goods from vendors. After the all of the hard “I know most of these people Peasant and pirate-based work in making sure the fes­ by their first name, and I love groups, among many oth ­ tival can run without error, meeting everyone else who ers, set up tents for attend­ Sickrey changed roles on the attends. The Renaissance Fes­ ees to experience all aspects day of the festival and pursued tival is something everyone of Renaissance culture at the the role of Riona Starsight, the should go to at least once. ” annual event. Handmade “Queen of the Fairies.” In addition, Sickrey also goods such as jewelry, cloth ­ “We want everyone to values the lasting relation­ ing and food were sold. be able to come, and enjoy ships formed through the Founded in 1995 by four themselves and just kind of GVSU Renaissance Festival. GVSU students, the GVSU forget about the real world “This weekend has been Renaissance Festival is one of for a while,” Sickrey said. about remembering that the longest-running student This is Sickrey’s third this isn’t just a club. It’s a organizations on campus. year being involved with the family,” Sickrey said. The club anticipates and GVSU Renaissance Festival. In the past, the group has plans for the festival all year, Although the weather did not held other events such as the and holds pride in being the boast clear skies all weekend Duke ’s Ball and Yule Faire, largest student-run renais­ Michael MacEachron and there were fewer vendors which are annual upcoming sance festival in the country. than in the past, she said this events for the semester. 2016 Annis Foundation Intern In addition, the Renaissance was her best year so far. Meetings for the Re­ Festival is one of Michigan ’s Corbett Lambert, the fes­ naissance club are held on only free festivals and focus ­ Michael worked with Dr. Carl Ruetz's lab on a variety of tival ’s head of site, entertain­ Tuesdays at 8 p.m. in the es on ensuring the event is ment and treasurer, said the Kirkhof Center. For more projects related to fisheries ecology and management. family friendly and inclusive. event drew in about 2,000 information regarding the Michael helped conduct fyke netting and electrofishing Jordan Sickrey, merchant people. Lambert said the club and events, visit the surveys to sample fish in streams, lakes, and wetlands. In director for the festival, said sense of extended community GVSU Renaissance Festival the preparation leading up one project, Michael assisted other students evaluating two and fun the Renaissance Fes­ OrgSync webpage. different sampling designs for estimating the abundance of stream fishes. DIVERSITY "As a senior studying Natural Resource Management, I Feminist Film Friday features ‘Lemonade’ was given the opportunity to work as a summer intern in Center, followed by a discus ­ different artistic styles,” said the Ruetz lab at AWRI. This opportunity helped me gain BY TY KONELL [email protected] sion of the film and its themes Jessica Jennrich, director of experience and develop new skills that will better prepare from a feminist perspective. the GVSU Women ’s Center. me for my career after graduation. My internship is a great Maintaining its feminist For the 2016-17 school “Pop culture is often devalued example of how AWRI helps students align their academic roots, the Grand Valley State year, the Women ’s Center with academia as not being University Women ’s Center put on a showing of “Lem­ as complex as scholarship or studies with hands-on experience and professional has started the school year onade, ” the visual album ac­ research. Yet, ‘lemonade ’ has development." off by continuing its Femi­ companying singer Beyon proven itself to be a rich and nist Film Friday series. els sixth studio album. complicated piece of work The Robert B. Annis Water Resources Institute at Grand Feminist Film Friday began "We chose ‘Lemonade ’ be­ that is worthy of dialogue. ” during the 2015 winter semes­ cause it is accessible, but also Throughout the school Valley State University is committed to the study of ter. The once-monthly showing emphasizes the intersections year, different themes will freshwater resources, with a special emphasis on Michigan of a film is held in the Women ’s of race and gender as well as be discussed through Fem­ and the Great Lakes basin. Located in Muskegon, inist Film Fridays. Michigan, the Institute's mission is centered around three “We discuss many different themes from the intersections main programmatic areas: of race and gender to socio ­ • Research economic status to nationality • Education and outreach and many other diverse topics. Our main focus is how these • Information services topics interact with gender, ”

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LAKERS’ MAY NAMED GLIAC ATHLETE OF THE WEEK After running in the Greater Mr. Fourth quarter Louisville Classic, Grand Valley State cross country runner Chris May earned GLIAC Men's Athlete of the Week honors. May finished with a time of 24:04.49, good enough for a ninth-place finish. The race consisted of over 300 runners from more than 30 different Division I and II schools. It was May’s first of­ ficial scoring event of the 2016 season after running individu ­ ally in the Spartan Invitational Friday, Sept. 16. This is the first time the se ­ nior has won the award during his time at GVSU.

MCKISSIC NAMED GLIAC DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK Devin McKissic, a corner- back on the Grand Valley State football team, earned GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week for his efforts in last week ’s game against Ohio Dominican. McKissic was a part of a GVSU defense that helped the Lakers seal a 24- SAVING THE WIN: Devin McKissic (30) celebrates his game winning interception with his fellow teammates in Columbus, Ohio. McKissic is currently a sophomore cor- 21 victory against the Panthers. nerback for the football team and the GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week after contributing to a Laker win against the Ohio Dominican Panthers. GVL I KEVIN sielaff With the Panthers driving inside of the Lakers own 20-yard GV’s Devin McKissic earning the trust of his teammates as a clutch defender line with only 17 seconds left in the game, McKissic picked off the BY BEAU TROUTMAN road win over the Ohio Do- expecting that thank you.” Though their names “I thought McKissic Ohio Dominican quarterback to SPOR TS@LAN THORN. COM minican Pan­ The inter­ aren’t Robert De Niro, played a really good game, ” secure the win for GVSU. He also thers last Sat­ ception saved Joe Pesci or Ray Liotta, said GVSU coach Matt tallied six tackles, one for a four- He will tell you he just urday, Oct. 1. the Lakers’ (5- McKissic is a part of an Mitchell. “I thought all yard loss and one pass break up brings his one-eleventh to “I don ’t “The difference 0) undefeated experienced and talented three of our corners, even during the game. He now leads the defense. He admires Se­ think (McK­ between high season and secondary along with fel­ though they’re young, the team with seven pass break ended a Pan­ low cornerback Tre Wal­ played a really good game. attle Seahawks cornerback issic) ever school and college ups on the season. Richard Sherman—not for thanked me thers’ rally that ton, safety Garret Pougnet, They made some tackles his brash confidence, but for and (starting football, one thing saw them out- safety Donte Carey and and did some nice things MENCOTTI REPEATS AS his wits and intelligence. His receiver) Matt I learned is, you’ve score GVSU nickel Marquez Gollman. for our football team. Ob­ GLIAC OFFENSIVE PLAYER favorite movie is (Joodfellas. Williams for 21-7 in the With Walton missing viously, it gets highlighted got to be locked in OF THE WEEK His name is Devin saying a prayer second half, the last two games with an by Devin ’s play, which was For the second straight week, McKissic. for him before every play...” after the Lak­ ankle injury, sophomore Ja­ huge at that point in time. Grand Valley State women ’s McKissic, a sophomore that play,” said ers led 17-0 at cob Studdard and redshirt It saved us the win.” GVSU quar ­ halftime. freshman Kalen Dunham Mitchell said McKissic’s soccer player Gabriella Mencotti cornerback and the GLIAC DEVIN MCKISSIC was named top offensive player Defensive Player of the terback Bart GVSU CORNERBACK McKissic have embodied what McK­ biggest improvement from in the conference. Mencotti led Week, made a clutch inter­ Williams. We leads the Lak­ issic calls the “next man last year is his consistency, the Lakers ’ offense with six goals ception with 17 seconds left were praying ers with seven up ” mentality the defensive and two assists in two games. in Grand Valley States 24-21 to God to get a stop. I’m still pass-breakups this season. backfield players have. SEE MCKISSIC | A8 In the Friday Night Futbol game against Tjffin at Lubbers Stadium, Mencptti netted four goals to help the team to a> 10-0 win. She followed up that performance with another two goals against Ashland. She leads the team in goals (12), points (31) and shots (64). Mencotti ranks third in goals scored, second in points and fourth in assists in all of Division II.

SWEENEY EARNS GLIAC PLAYER OF THE WEEK HONORS After a 2-0 weekend in both singles and doubles, Grand Valley State women ’s tennis player Alexa Sweeney was named GLIAC Women ’s Tennis Player of the Week.

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FOOTBALL Saturday 7 p.m. vs. Ferris State

WOMEN’S SOCCER Friday 7 p.m. at Walsh Sunday 1 p.m. at Lake Erie

VOLLEYBALL Friday 7 p.m. vs. Tiffin Saturday 4 p.m. vs. Ashland

WOMEN’S TENNIS UNFAMILIAR TERRITORY: Kendra Stauffer (5) moves the ball in front of the Eagles ’ net during the recent game against Ashland University Sunday, Oct. 2. The Grand Friday, all day at Wisconsin- Valley State ’s women ’s soccer team lost their first game of the season against Florida Tech University with a final score of 2-1 Wednesday, Oct. 5. GVL | KEVIN sielaff Whitewater Invitational Saturday, all day at Wisconsin- Whitewater Invitational C■ IHHA f| GV soccer suffers first Saturday, 10 a.m. at Tiffin Sunday, 10 a.m. at Findlay dlUlinCU loss to Florida Tech 2-1

shots on goal than the Lak­ thers’ defender deflected the izer less than 10 minutes Clare (Carlson. “We were CROSS COUNTRY BY JOSH PEICK after intermission. The Pan­ caught on our heels a little bit.” Friday, all day at Lansing ASSISTANTSPORTSCatANTHORN COM ers in the first 45 minutes. ball into their own net. Community College Invitational “The game was wide GVSU forward Kendra thers crossed a ball in from Scrambling, the leakers open, and I think that’s why Stauffer broke through the the right side, and the charg ­ found some offensive success Saturday, all day at Conference For the first time since Crossover Oct. 17, 2014, the Grand Val­ there were so many scoring back line and had only the ing forward buried the cross after clearing the ball out of ley State University women ’s chances and shots for both goalie to beat. Stauffer ’s first in the back of the net. The the defensive zone. GVSU soccer team lost a game on its teams,” said GVSU coach shot was stopped by the goal broke GVSU’s scoreless composed five minutes of WOMEN'S GOLF home field. The No. 1 Inkers Jeff Hosier. “I think both Panthers’ goalie, but the re­ streak of 611 minutes. strong attack, including six Sunday, all day at Big Beall were upset by No. 14 Florida teams were stretched more bound was deflected into the Just five minutes later, comer kicks and a shot off the Classic (Findlay Country Club Tech 2-1 Wednesday, Oct. 5. than they would have liked net bya Panthers’ defender. Florida Tech had another crossbar, but were unable to In the first half, the to have been defensively.” The Lakers started the scoring opportunity stopped capitalize on the opportuni- SWIM AND DIVE Lakers were in unfamil ­ With less than 15 minutes second half with a one goal bythe right goal post. to play in the half, the lakers lead, but Florida Tech quick ­ "Our possession was not Saturday, 1 p.m. hosting Blue and iar territory. Florida Tech SEE SOCCER | AS White Intrasquad meet University rattled off more caught a break when a Pan­ ly answered with an equal ­ great today,” said GVSU’s I----- 1------~ GRAN D V A.L L E Y L A N T H 0 R N

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actions from there forward fident he can stay at the top MCKISSIC weren’t so much about a of his game even in the most CONTINUED FROM A7 jersey number, but earning pressure-filled situations. He back his teammates’ trust. mentioned a mantra the foot ­ something he had trouble “I had to earn the respect ball team has used this season, with as a freshman. of my teammates back,” “T.N.T, takes no talent,” that “The difference between McKissic said. “I wasn’t re­ emphasizes doing the little high school and college foot ­ ally too concerned about the things right and doing their ball, one thing I learned is, number change, I just want­ “one-eleventh ” on the field. you’ve got to be locked in ev ­ ed to make sure I was still Ferris State will be at GVSU ery play, make sure you play going to get the opportunity for potentially the most impor ­ with discipline," McKissic to be a part of the team." tant game of the regular season said. “If you don ’t have that, Suffice it to say, the inter­ this Saturday, Oct. 8. No matter you’re going to get exploited. ” ception at Ohio Dominican the situation Saturday, McKis- Focus has been his big ­ was a good way of earning sic’s teammates can count on gest improvement, but that respect back. him to do his one-eleventh. McKissic briefly lost that The ODU interception “I just try to think that ev ­ focus this past summer. wasn’t the first time McKissic ery play is coming to me and McKissic used to wear jer­ has made a clutch play. In the even if I’m not in man cover ­ sey No. 1. During training first round playoff game ver ­ age, or if I’m in zone, I just camp, McKissic said he “got in sus Ashland last year, McKis­ like to think that the offensive trouble. ” The coaches stripped sic made an interception that concept is coming toward me, him of the No. 1, and gave him led to the Lakers’ first touch ­ and be in the right position to No. 30, which he wears now. down of the game. be able to make a play.” McKissic took it as a McKissic describes himself learning experience, and his as a playmaker, and is con­

SWAGGER: Devin McKissic (30) looks on after a play during GVSU’s win over the Northern Michigan TOO CLOSE: Devin McKissic (30) and company celebrate his game winning interception in Grand Valley Wildcats Sept. 17. McKissic is in his second year playing cornerback for the Lakers. GVi | KEVIN SIELAFF State ’s 24-21 win over the Ohio Dominican Panthers on the road Saturday. Oct. 1. GVi | KEVIN sielaff

SOCCER CONTINUED FROM A7 ties. “We have had two match­ es this season where we have played with a real sense of urgency,” Hosier said. “The rest of it, we've played very complacent and gone through the motions. ” With less than four min­ utes in the game, Florida Tech’s Keira McCarthy stole a pass from <^VSL( goalie Jennifer St^inaway, gathered the ball ;ind took a High shbt'. The shot slipped through Steinaway’s fingers and rolled across the goal line, giving the Panthers a one-goal lead with three minutes left in the game. GVSU hurried an attack, but the Lakers’ offense ran out of time. The late goal was enough for the Panthers to complete the upset. “It’s definitely a wake-up call,” Carlson said. “We had a great weekend, but that doesn ’t give us any excuse to get com ­ placent and come out here and think we are going to win.” The Lakers will need to quickly recover from the rare loss to get ready for a two- game series this weekend. “We need focus on us and what we do, ” Carlson said. “We need to play to our standard.” GVSU will travel to Ohio to face off against two GLLAC op ­ ponents. The Lakers will play Walsh Friday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m., followed by a visit to Lake Erie Sunday, Oct. 9 at 1 p.m. Hosier is looking forward to see how his team rebounds. “Let’s see how much heart they have, ” he said. STEAL; Gabriella Mencotti (20) spars with Ashland's Sydney Wright (4) in the Lakers ’ 5-0 win over the Ashland Eagles Sunday. Oct. 2 in Allendale. Grand Valley State lost its first game of the season and their first home game since Oct. 17, 2014 at the hands of the No. 14 ranked Florida Tech Panthers 2-1 Wednesday, Oct. 5. gvl | kevin sielaff WORD SCRAMBLE Rearrange the letters to discover something pertaining to dental health. GBUSIHRN

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BACK ON THE ICE: Grand Valley State's Dll hockey team looks down the rink during a match Sept. 18, 2015. The team is working to prepare for the start of its upcoming 2016 season with hopes to make it to the Division II national tournament for the 10th consecutive year. The first match for this year's home-opener will be against Rochester College Friday, Oct. 7 at Georgetown Ice Arena at 8 p.m. GVL I EMILY FRYE Dll hockey gears up for 2016

BY NATALIE LONGROY isn’t much rest for this team. as well as each other so the re­ opponents on the schedule. able to fight that off for seven Little not only as a player, [email protected] “We really don ’t have too turning guys have a good mix The team will also play Flori ­ months is a challenge. ” but as a person. many weekends off and even of all that and no one or two da Gulf Coast, the defending With the first game Friday “Junior hockey helped The Grand Valley State when we do, because of our guys are more important than champions, in January. Oct. 7, Forbes has yet to as­ me mature as a person men’s ice hockey (Division II) success in the past few years, the next.” A lot can sign captain and which helped the transition team is ready to start the 2016 teams get up to play against The team has a veteran happen with assistant cap­ to college much easier,” Lit­ season, and is a team that seems us, ” said GVSU coach Mike defense with solid goalkeep ­ a season as tain, yet many tle said. “I might have been a to be getting better every year. Forbes. “We’ve made it to 10 ing. Offensively, the team lost long as this, so “We have a lot of players will have 21-year-old freshman, but I felt more confident and pre­ The Lakers have made consecutive national tourna ­ some of their top goal-scorers challenges are great characters leadership roles it to the national tourna ­ ments and everybody in Divi ­ who graduated last year, but bound to arise. on the team. pared in the classroom. ” in the room and Players coming from all ment 10 years in a row. Last sion II knows that, so we have will rely on returners and the “A challenge A handful different backgrounds is a season, the team made it to a bull ’s-eye on our back.” rookies to lead the charge. I would expect together it’s a of players did strength the team looks to the national semifinals and The team consists of 15 For special teams, Troy to face is just like not start college great atmosphere build off of. returning players and eight Marrett said the team lost most teams, I right out of high lost to Florida Gulf Coast. “We have a lot of great rookies. their top penalty kill unit, but believe, and that to be around.” school, but rath­ They finished out the season characters in the room and ranked third in the nation. Each player offers some kind with their veteran defense, is keeping the er went to play together it’s a great atmo ­ Over the summer, players of skill to the team, ranging they shouldn ’t have any issues. intensity and the SPENCER CRAIG junior hockey. sphere to be around, ” Craig had the opportunity to go to from speed to stick-handling. Marrett also said the power drive as the sea­ GVSU GOALIE For sophomore said. “We also are deep at all two weekend training camps. “Everybody brings some ­ play unit will be building off son wears on,” Lucas Little, this positions on the ice, which Then tryouts are based off of' • thing different to the table the success from last season. Craig said. “It’s was the case. will make it tough for oppos ­ two weeks of six skate sessions. when it comes to our team,’’ f Fo* this season, a lot of a long haul and Little played ing teams to find success no Now, the team has been prac­ said GVSU goalie Spencer teams GV$U will face are guys get tired and beat up. Be­ in the North American Hock ­ matter who is in the lineup. ” ticing together for a month. Craig. “Not everyone is a goal highly ranked. Lindenwood- ing able to get up for games and ey League for the Port Huron The home-opener is With a long, grueling season scorer, not everyone is the fast­ Belleville, Lindenwood-St. practices and mix in home ­ Fighting Falcons and the Key­ against Rochester College ahead of them starting in Octo ­ est guy on the ice and not ev ­ Charles, Miami University and work and studying becomes stone Ice Miners. Friday, Oct. 7 at Georgetown ber and going until March, there eryone plays the defensive zone Michigan State are all tough a little more difficult, so being Junior hockey prepared Ice Arena at 8 p.m.

EQUESTRIAN Not her first rodeo GV’s McDowell invited to AQHA Collegiate Horsemanship Challenge

BY DANNY SCHWARTZ “When I first joined the IHSA and NCEA riders [email protected] team I knew of this com ­ will go head-to-head in a petition and I wanted to single elimination bracket, When little girls are asked know how someday I could and it takes place over a two- what they want for their birth­ participate in it,” McDowell day period with the finals on day or for Christmas, the fa­ said. “This is the most pres­ the last day. McDowell will mous response is “I want a tigious stage of the horse in­ be competing there with her pony.” Most of the time, they dustry in the world. It’s hard coach, Mary Luther-Egg ­ don ’t actually end up getting to even put into words how leston, cheering her on. one. But at 3 years old, Michelle blessed and lucky I am. I’m Addison Walstra, McDow ­ McDowell got her first pony. glad I was able to reach this ell’s teammate and co-captain, Fast forward almost 20 goal that 1 had from the time believes Michelle has every years later, and McDowell, I started on the team.” chance to win in November a Grand Valley State senior The Collegiate Challenge as she did in nationals. and captain of the Equestrian in November will include 16 “She’s a very driven and LIVING IN THE MOMENT: Michelle McDowell poses during an equestrian competition. She is currently Club, has been selected to riders, eight from the Intercol­ competitive person, but she’s training to prepare for the AQHA Collegiate Challenge in November, courtesy I gvsu CLUB sports compete in the AQHA Col ­ legiate Horse Show Associa ­ also very caring, ” Walstra said. Dowell said. “She’s been there and through her own personal working with other people legiate Horsemanship Chal­ tion (IHSA) and eight from the “I wouldn ’t know somebody through the highs and the experience she’ll be able to that have experience with the lenge. She will be heading to National Collegiate Equestrian more deserving of this oppor ­ lows, the disappointment of adapt to the change. competition itself and that Oklahoma City in November Association (NCEA), which in­ tunity. The competition will be defeat and coming out on top. Beside winning, McDow ­ have been a part of it before. ” to represent GVSU against cludes most of the tough Divi ­ really stiff, but competition was “She’s the last person that ell’s biggest goal in November McDowell didn’t get to top Division I athletes. She is sion I schools. The riders were stiff in nationals, and she won gives me a pep talk before I is to represent GVSU and the this point because of luck. It the only athlete from a Michi­ selected from a board, and Mc­ unanimously there.” go in and the last person that equestrian team to the best of was hard work and drive that gan university to be selected. Dowell was selected because of Even though she has been in wipes the dust off my boots and her ability. McDowell is also go ­ got her to this point. Hailing from Wayland, her performance and first place the industry her entire life, Mc­ makes sure I have my hair in ing to make sure to take in the “If people were to de­ Michigan, McDowell has finish at nationals in May. Dowell isn’t going to school to place. She’s really a big part of moment as much as she can, scribe me in one word, it be a vet or even a horse trainer. been in the horse industry McDowell became a nation­ what helps me be successful. ” because this competition is a would probably be ‘deter­ McDowell her entire life. al champion at the IHSA na­ is majoring in el­ McDowell believes this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. mined,’” McDowell said. “I’m She started out showing tionals May 5-8, and she credits ementary education and plan­ competition will really tell Regarding her prepara­ definitely the type of person at fairs in 4-H at 7 years it as the biggest moment of her ning on becoming an elemen­ which collegiate riding style tion for November, McDow ­ who sets out goals and will old, competing in Allegan riding career thus far. tary school teacher. produces the strongest rider. ell will be training a little put in the effort and do what County and Berrien County “I was so glad I was able McDowell credits her NCF.As format is different differently than other com ­ it takes to achieve it. I know all the way up until she was to share it with so many close mom as being the biggest because while GVSU is used petitions, as the skill level of that I have people in my life 18 years old. After that, she people in my life,” McDowell mentor and helping hand to getting on a horse cold tur ­ the riders in this competition that have motivated me to started showing at higher said. “My best friend, all of in her success. key, NCEA usually warms up will be higher than usual. put in the required effort and levels to challenge herself. my teammates and my mom “When I was younger, prior to the competition. “I’ve been riding different everything that goes into it. I McDowell has worked to ­ were all there. It was an ex­ I didn’t really understand It’s different than what Mc­ horses that Mary (Luther- know I would not be able to ward this point her entire life, tremely special moment and what it took to be a competi ­ Dowell is used to, but she is Eggleston) has been able to become national champion and is incredibly grateful that I couldn ’t have asked for a tor, and she always motivated confident that with everything provide for me,” McDowell and be invited to this without her hard work has paid off. better experience." me to keep practicing, ” Mc­ she has learned from her coach said. “I am also planning on the support I have."

gins of victory in their first four “I feel like as a defense, (42.4), second in offensive The 2015 regular season each week. Sure, it’s our senior HEAVY games. Sophomore comerback we’ve gotten more confident,” yards per game (522.2), first blowout doesn ’t matter to year, but like I said, it’s just an­ CONTINUED FROM A1 Devin McKissic made a game ­ said GVSU senior linebacker in points allowed per game the Lakers.. For this team, other guaranteed opportunity saving interception that earned David Talley. “We got put (11.8) and first in yardage al­ every week brings its own for us to go out and playf in two weeks, after notching him GLIAC Defensive Player into some adverse situations lowed per game (300.4). set of challenges. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. road wins over Walsh 38-0 and of the Week honors. (against ODU), we had guys With quarterback Bart That won ’t be any differ­ and Tailgate Village lots Ohio Dominican 24-21. The Lakers will bring that making big plays when we Williams, running back Mar- ent Saturday. open at 4 p.m. The game The game against Ohio Do ­ experience and mentality into a needed them. It has our de­ tayveus Carter and arguably “It’s just another game, ” said will be live-streamed at minican served as a gut-check game that figures to be a closely fense feeling like we can make the best receiving corps in senior receiver Matt Williams. www.watchespn.com . for a group of Laker starters contested matchup. Three of plays when we need to. ” the GLLAC, the Lakers know “You ’ve got to approach it as that had not played a full four the Bulldogs ’ wins have been GVSU ranks first in the what they’re capable of when that. We’ve got to come out and quarters due to their large mar­ decided by three points or less. GLIAC in points per game all cylinders are firing. execute in practice each day, • • ♦ • V * OCTOBER 6, 2016 GRAND VALLEY LANTHORN A10 | SPORTS (epGVLSPORTS ^0

SHOOTING CLUB GV’s Alex Cyburt to lead club Alpha male shooting team this season BY MASON TRONSOR past year. The other is cur ­ “He is always striving to to lead by example.” ever it always feels nice to do a score of 404.5. [email protected] rent senior Alex Cyburt Both get better,” said GVSU coach Cyburt wants to make sure great in competition. ” The final goal for the marksmen qualified for nation­ Cameron Zwart. “We start everyone on the team is in the Lentine is also a native GVSU shooting club is Last year, the Grand Valley al competition a year ago. With the conference season this right mindset for competitive of Saline. His experience in to help every competitive State shooting dub had two al­ Quante out in the real world, it Saturday. I hope he can kind shooting. The first competition shooting was even less than shooter on the team qualify phas. One was senior Gregory is time for Cyburt to take the of carry us through the con­ of the season for the dub was Cyburts when he arrived to for nationals. Last year, only Quante who graduated this reigns of the team. ference season. ” held at the Denmer Shooting GVSU. However, his hard two qualified. This year, the Cyburt is a second-year Sports, Education and Training work in practice and dedica­ expectations are raised and transfer student from Saline, Center in East Lansing Sunday, tion has helped propel him the future looks very bright. Michigan. He transferred to Oct. 2. Cyburt led the team by into a reliable teammate. “This season we want to GVSU from Washtenaw Com ­ finishing third overall in the “I would not have expect­ qualify the entire team,” Zwart munity College. He had never mens competition with a score ed that from someone who said. “We have a large new shot a rifle in any competition of 505.1 (out of 654.0). has never shot competitively group of folks who have joined setting before college. In his The surprise of the compe ­ before, ” Cyburt said. “If Joe the team. They are showing up first year at GVSU, he gained tition was GVSUs freshman can keep up the determina­ consistently and putting in a the experience and knowledge marksman Joseph Lentine, tion he has shown in prac­ ton of practice time.” to become an elite marksman. who finished fourth in the tice, I believe he is going to The combination of expe­ “Remembering back to mens division. He shot a 475.1, be a great asset to our team.” rience and youth on this team when I first joined the team, a fairly impressive score for a Lentine was not the only is sure to benefit them mov ­ I know that all the new mem­ first-year competitor. freshman to contribute a ing forward. The clubs next bers are looking for someone “I went to the match looking solid score. Bloomfield Hills, event is Saturday, Oct. 8 at the PRECISION: Grand Valley State shooting club ’s Alex Cyburt looks to look up to and learn from, ” for experience,” Lentine said. “I Michigan native Alexander Boilermaker Invitational. down the barrel of a rifle to aim. COURTESY | gvsu shooting club Cyburt said. “I hope to be able went for the experience, how ­ Straith finished seventh with

COLUMN GV, Ferris State sports editors break down Anchor-Bone Classic

BY BEAU TROUTMAN vision I Eastern Michigan, like students have a growing bit­ I actually think is going to [email protected] Vander Laan, is a dual-threat terness toward GVSU sports happen? Honestly it doesn ’t quarterback. He also car­ as the rivalry has became big ­ matter, because either way I With the latest installment ries much of the load for the ger over the past few years, think the Bulldogs will walk of the Anchor Bone Classic Ferris offense as Vander Laan have you noticed a similar out of Lubbers Stadium coming up Saturday, Oct. 8, did, with more pass and rush trend in Allendale? with a victory against a very the premier sports authorities attempts than any other FSU BT: Most definitely. The big good Grand Valley team. of Grand Valley State football player this season. The dif­ rivalry in these parts is versus FSU 38, GVSU 35. (Lanthorn sports editor Beau ference is that Bell uses more Saginaw Valley State for Battle BT: OK. Respect. But I Troutman) and Ferris State of his speed and agility than GVL | CHASEHASPER of the Valleys. In recent years, have to disagree. football (FSU Torch sports physicality while running the though, the real rivalry has This game is going to come editor Marshall Scheldt) ball. GVSU can expect to see a stated earlier this week the so they are going to move the been with the Bulldogs. down to the quarterback play. teamed up to provide their lot of run-pass options for Bell. Bulldogs do a great job of ball. The key will be making GVSU is 10-2 against SVSU Both teams feature a dynamic opinions on Saturday’s bout GVSU will definitely need creating one-on-one match­ stops when GVSU is on our since 2004. Against the Bull ­ quarterback capable of taking between the two GLLAC to contain Bell, especially along ups, and I think we have a side of the field, and forcing dogs, GVSU won 11 straight over the game. Bart Williams’ North heavyweights. the edge because of his quick ­ defense that can win those some three-and-outs early in contests from 2000 to 2011, ability to connect deep with BT: GVSU seems primed ness and big play ability. What types of battles, especially on the game to keep GVSU from but Vander Laan and company receivers Urston Smith, Matt for another run at the national can we expect in terms of slow ­ the outside, including starting getting rolling early. I also won four straight from 2012- Williams and Brandon Bean semifinal. At 5-0, the Lakers ing down Bell, putting into comerback Devin McKissic, think a big part of stopping 15 —save for the team’s last gives us a lethal passing attack have established themselves consideration the loss of de­ the most recent GLIAC De­ GVSUs offense will be forcing meeting, a 38-34 GVSU win in that opens up running lanes not only as a conference fa­ fensive end and Gene Upshaw fensive Player of the Week. turnovers, and minimizing last year’s postseason. Sorry to for Carter. Bell is a pure dual ­ vorite, but a national contend­ award winner Matt Judon to GVSUs offense operates them on the offensive side bring that one up. threat quarterback who will er with a No. 2 overall ranking the Baltimore Ravens? at a 42 points-per game clip, of the ball. Ferris leads the With that kind of drama, undoubtedly cause our defense in the Division IIAFCA BT: Going up against a good for first in the conference. GLIAC with nine intercep­ though, the best Division II to bend considerably. Coaches ’ poll. The Bulldogs former Division I playeris With a backfield that boasts tions so far on the season, but football rivalry in Michigan In the end, I think Bart (4-1) are dose behind at sec­ no easy task, but I think the quarterback Bart Williams we have also turned it over 10 has been the Anchor-Bone Williams and an opportunis ­ ond in the GLIAC North. Lakers have what it takes to (1202 yards, 11 touchdowns) times in the first five games, Classic. Battle of the Valleys tic Laker defense will finally Marshall, what can we at least contain Bell. So far, its and running back Martayveus some of which have been unquestionably comes first in get a win over the Bulldogs expect from a Jason Vander been no Judon, no problem. Carter (684 yards, eight touch ­ costly. For example, in our loss leaker lore, but G VSU’s biggest in Lubbers Stadium, forcing Laan-less Ferris State team The addition of graduate downs), what can we expect against Ashland we fumbled game this season is against Bell to commit just enough this weekend? transfer Sydney Omameh from the Bulldogs ’ defense? inside Ashland’s 10-yard line, your Bulldogs this weekend. mistakes to give us the edge. MS: Even though the from Ohio Dominican has MS: There are a couple and also fumbled in the fourth The time has come: What GVSU 42, FSU 35. team will be without Vander added tremendous depth to a of factors that will come in quarter which Ashland was team do you have winning Marshall, I appreciate you Laan, Ferris State quarterback pass rushing group that leads to stopping GVSUs offense. able to scoop and score. This this Saturday night for one keeping it civil and giving Reggie Bell has been a good the GLIAC with 20 sacks. With a high-powered offense could be a game that comes of the biggest games in the our readers an in-depth look replacement for the two-time Omameh leads all defenders like GVSUs, I think the Bull­ down to the last drive, so GLIAC North? at the Bulldogs. Best of luck Harlon Hill winner. Bell, who with 5.5 sacks this season. dogs will have to have a bend, keeping possession as often as MS: Do you want my the rest of the season. transferred to Ferris from Di­ GVSU coach Matt Mitchell don ’t break mentality. GVSU possible is crucial. unbiased opinion, or what Just not this Saturday. averages 522 yards per game, I have sensed that FSU

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