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You are the voice. We are the Echo. Since 1913 1 Volume 104, Issue 9 Friday/Thursday, November 4 - November 10, 2016 TheEchoNews.com Dear Cindy McWhirt

Photographs provided by TSO (top left) and Ellie Herschberger Remembering Cindy McWhirt, from Airband to the DC.

e were blessed to be stayed because of the friendship I de- Mitchener moved to the position of Kelly Helton (’15) we shared as I fumbled for my ID served by you. A life spent veloped with someone who, two years Grille Manager in the student union. Kelly Helton remembers her f rst or tripped up the stairs; you always in Grant County, from at- prior, was a complete stranger.” When Mitchener’s baker at The Grille Christmas at Taylor. She compli- made me smile. I know you’re shar- tendingW Wes-Del High School and Kief er saw McWhirt as a mother retired, Mitchener gave McWhirt mented the mouse pin McWhirt was ing that lovely, heart-warming smile Tucker Vocational School, to serving and a best friend. Kief er would vis- the opportunity to assume the role. wearing on her way to dinner. When with the one who loved you the most.” at Taylor since 1993, you invested in it McWhirt on her days of . As a col- Over the years, McWhirt worked as Helton left the DC, McWhirt caught your community until the end of your lege student, Kief er would work on a DC baker, the “care package lady” her eye and handed her the pin. Hel- Tanner Huber, Sophomore 52 years. One of three children, you papers at McWhirt’s desk. McWhirt in the Grille and Mitchener’s lead ca- ton thinks of McWhirt every time she Tanner Huber remembers McWhirt loved your family. You loved your hus- would ask Kief er to take a break and shier, concession stand coordinator wears it. stopping him one Saturday in the DC band, your two sons, your two grand- grab her a cof ee: one pump of hazel- and friend. to ask about his evening plans. He sons and your “Taylor kids.” Thank nut, one of vanilla and a truvia packet. “We didn’t go shopping together, we Adria Mccardy (’15) told McWhirt that he had a worship you for reminding us to FROG (Ful- Kief er recalls listening to every- didn’t go to the movies, we didn’t trav- “I don’t really remember the f rst event with his sister f oor. Huber re- ly Rely On God) and teaching us the thing from classic country to cur- el together . . . but when we were at time I met Cindy, but that’s because members McWhirt’s response: “Well, value of knowing the person behind rent pop hits with McWhirt. The duo work, we were connected and shared Cindy was the type of person that I was going to have you work tonight, the name. would often talk of life lessons or the a huge love for Taylor and her stu- once you met her, you felt like you’ve but no way! You have to get your Jesus little details occurring in their lives. dents, staf and guests,” Mitchener known her forever,” Adria Mccardy on, Tanner!” Family “When someone such as Miss Cindy said. “Every morning she would pop said. “We would have our frequent Gina Walker, First Cousin has had such a big impact on my life, in my of ce with a big smile and a discussions at the DC about our love Taylor Treece, Sophomore McWhirt and Walker came from it’s the little things that happen ev- ‘Hidyhoo and f ne day to you . . . how for accessories and fashion trends During J-term of her freshman a large family. Walker recalls family ery day that I will remember her by— is everyone today?’” and just kept each other updated year, Taylor Treece got a scratch on get-togethers at their grandparents’ even one of those small things like While Mitchener served as about what was new for us that week.” the black strip on her Taylor ID, so it home. writing in pen when I should be us- McWhirt’s boss, she considered her- One of the things that made no longer worked when she went to “Growing up, Cindy was always ing a pencil,” Kief er said. “I will miss self, f rst and foremost, McWhirt’s McWhirt memorable to Mccardy was the DC. laughing and smiling,” Walker said. our cruises and long talks but most of friend. To Mitchener, McWhirt was that she remembered the little things “Not only did Cindy remember me “I cannot ever remember a time when all will miss making her laugh.” the epitome of self essness. Her love they would mention in passing. by name, but she knew she had to al- she was not showing happiness . . . To for her husband, David, sons Tyler “Even with all the students she saw ways type in my ID code and would think of Cindy has always put a smile Matthew Riley, Director of Dining and Caleb, and grandsons Liam and every day, she could make you feel like make a game out of it,” Treece said. on my face.” Services, Taylor University Radley, was evident to Mitchener. you were the only student there,” Mc- “She would always see if she had it Matthew (Matt) Riley, director of “She would drop anything to get cardy said. “Though her occupation memorized, and by the end of the Colleagues dining services, remembers entering the opportunity to spend time with stated ‘cashier,’ Cindy was a counsel- year she not only knew who I was but Ron Brooks, Line Cashier his current position at Taylor in 2012. her family,” Mitchener said. “She al- or when needed, a dear friend when knew my Taylor ID by heart. Ron Brooks worked with McWhirt “I was the new guy, and people were ways considered the TU students wanted and a strong woman of faith for the last 8 years. Above everything unsure of me because they had not ‘her kids’—all 1,700 of them—and and sunshine whenever and wherev- Maria Belmont, Taylor parent else, McWhirt’s friendliness toward had a ‘new guy’ in a long time,” Ri- even tried to learn all of their names. er she went.” While visiting Taylor, Ma- students and guests to Taylor consis- ley said. “Cindy took it upon herself It is my hope that all the Taylor stu- ria Belmont and a group of par- tently stood out to Brooks. to f gure out my story.” Soon, Cindy dents past and present will never for- Kevin Schillinger (’14) ents spoke with McWhirt. The “Cindy wanted to know as many of told Riley, “I think you are going to get her name, the Cindy that made Kevin Schillinger knew McWhirt conversation, according to Belmont, them by name as possible,” Brooks be all right.” their Taylor experience a memora- from working in concessions for bas- was unforgettable. said. “Cindy always took time to talk McWhirt’s sons are near Riley’s age, ble one. I know that God must have ketball and football games. He re- “That time spent interacting with and get to know everyone! She usual- and she treated him like one of them. been in need of a new ‘swiper’ at those members her joy in every situation. her was one of the signif cant fac- ly always had a smile and good word McWhirt got to know Riley’s wife pearly gates, so I promise you, Cin, I According to Schillinger, no matter tors of me, as a mom, feeling a peace for everyone.” and oldest daughter, and, as his fam- will have my TU ID when I get there.” how long she worked or how her day about our son’s decision to attend ily grew, McWhirt ensured she had was, McWhirt made it a priority to in- Taylor,” Belmont said. Susan Malone, East Line Cashier pictures of his children so she could Alumni teract with every student she could. Susan Malone worked with show them of as if they were her own. Daniel Morrison (’16) XOXO, McWhirt for many years at The Grille “My kids loved Cindy so much and Daniel Morrison considered Cassie (Vaf or) Israel (’12) Taylor University until McWhirt became a DC cashier. were always very excited to see her McWhirt a consistent blessing in his As a student, Cassie Israel remem- (Your “kids”) In February 2016, Malone became a whenever they would come to eat a life throughout his time at Taylor. He bers McWhirt’s daily greetings in the DC cashier, joining McWhirt once meal with me,” Riley said. McWhirt appreciated her cheerful attitude and same way she remembers God’s con- again. and her husband, David, who also ef ort to get to know students. stancy. The hellos and goodbyes were “The past 10 months have been a works with Dining Services, would “I bet she knew almost everyone by reminders of God’s faithfulness. joy getting to rekindle our friendship,” often stop by the Riley home just name,” Morrison said. “She was a very “One spring, we got to talking Malone said. “Cindy was always try- to see Riley’s wife, Stacey, and their gracious card-swiper, letting me in at about strawberry and rhubarb pie,” ing to start a new fad! She wanted to children. times when I had forgotten my ID at Israel said. “She said I should try her McWhirt’s funeral service will be implement the ringing of a cow bell Riley remembers McWhirt for her the dorm! She will be greatly missed.” mother’s recipe. Knowing that I did held at 10 a.m. on November 10 in (dinner bell), signaling that the front servanthood and genuine love for not have any ingredients or a kitch- Rediger Chapel. Her death appears service staf was ready to start the line strangers; her listening ear and up- Nicole Senft (’16) en, Cindy of ered her own, and we to have occurred from natural caus- and let the students down.” lifting words, and in all of this, claim- Alumna Nicole Senft (’16) describes made everything at her house, and es, according to Jim Garringer, media ing she was “just doing her job.” a unique connection between herself she drove me there and back! Her ac- relations director. Erica Kief er, Breakfast Cashier “The thing about Cindy,” Riley said, and McWhirt. tions spoke about our Savior as much McWhirt was the f rst co-worker “is that when she ‘just did her job,’ she “She always thought I had so as her faithful hellos.” Penny Mitchener, of ce coordina- 16-year-old Erica Kief er met as she was forever changing lives.” much spring in my step as I would tor in Taylor Dining Services, said a began her f rst job as a cashier in the come in the DC, and that was how Students table will be set up in the lobby on Dining Commons. Kief er remembers Penny Mitchener, Of ce Coordi- my nickname came to be ‘Hop- Christopher Gearhart, Sophomore Monday for students to write their fa- McWhirt seeing the potential in her nator, Taylor Dining Services py,’” Senft said. “I would run up Christopher Gearhart remembers vorite memory of McWhirt or send and bringing her out of her shell. and down the stairs multiple times McWhirt’s joy-f lled, passionate life condolences to her family. The cards “When you work with someone al- Penny Mitchener began working with during each meal to tell Cindy what of faith and is encouraged to pursue will be assembled in a scrapbook and most every day for over f ve years, the McWhirt when Creative Dining Ser- was being served. Through my rela- the same traits. given to her family to keep her mem- inf uence they have on your life is sub- vices became the contract food ser- tionship with Cindy, I got to know “Cindy, you blessed so many with ory alive. stantial,” Kief er said. “Although I had vice at Taylor in June 1993. McWhirt more of the DC staff.” your beautiful heart,” Gearhart said. planned to leave after high school, I began in the DC bakery. A year later, “Thank you for all the memories “Be the best engineer you can be. That doesn’t mean people won’t still judge you based on the fact that you’re a woman, but being the best engineer you can be diminishes that as much as possible.”

TWEET this 2 TheEchoNews.com NEWS November 4, 2016 FRIDAY Cheer squad in progress The document stresses commit- not have to be pre-approved like the Attempting to reinstate ment and respectability, as the cheer Poms’ dances do.” Taylor’s cheerleading squad squad will inspire and follow the ways Freshman and co-founder of the of Christ in their actions. “Profession- squad Daija Hayes hopes her commit- Chrysa Keenon alism and elite athleticism is required ment to the cheer squad as a fresh- Subscription & Distribution by all Taylor University Cheerlead- man will enable the club to carry on Manager ers in order to provide excellence in throughout all four years of her col- the feld of cheerleading,” the con- lege career. “I did cheer all through A cheerleading squad will once again tract states. high school, and I really missed prac- return to Taylor’s campus next fall. “Other teams have lacked passion,” ticing,” said Hayes. Her goal is to have In the past, cheer teams have start- Tilson said. “We want to be enthusi- the cheer squad add more enthusi- ed under diferent passionate lead- astic and not known as a joke.” Tilson asm to Taylor’s campus. ers. However, enthusiasm fades and went on to explain that she got the Tilson expects the squad to begin teams dissipate as leaders gradu- idea for the team when she saw the next fall after a week of cheer camp ate, according to junior Brielle Til- cheer squad from St. Francis, a neigh- prior to the beginning of the semes- son. Tilson plans on reinstating boring college in Fort Wayne, over the ter. In future years, she also hopes to a cheer team on campus that she summer. institute a mini-cheer camp hosted by hopes will become a large presence While this will not be Taylor’s frst the squad in order to raise funds and on game days. cheerleading team, Tilson assures it promote Taylor in the community. The budding cheer squad current- will be the frst of its kind in terms of “Cheer is an uplifting type of sport,” ly has 12 interested members, ranging professionalism and legitimacy. Ac- Hayes said. “We’re a family, and we’re

Photograph by Mindy Wildman from freshmen to juniors. At a call- cording to Tilson, the installment of in it together.” Hayes believes hav- A cheer squad could bring some fresh excitement to game day. (L to R) freshman Josie out meeting on Monday night, wom- a cheer squad will not afect Taylor’s ing a cheerleading team on campus Starkey, junior Makaley Morgan (sitting on her shoulders), junior Emily Arnett (stand- en in attendance were presented with other dance group, the Poms. “Cheer- will spark a revitalized intention- ing), junior Brielle Tilson, and freshman Daija Hayes. (Photo by Mindy Wildman) a constitution for the team created by leading is not the same as dance,” al community. Tilson, the squad’s cheer captain. Tilson said. “Our routines would [email protected]

Taylor, specifcally women in STEM felds. Membership benefts will in- clude fellowship, scholarships for TWEET members to attend professional con- ferences, workshops and mentorship with Christian professionals in relat- ed felds. Although retired, Lightfoot is TWEET’s faculty sponsor. She taught computer science at Taylor in the ‘80s and immediately saw the need thisNew club on campus of supporting females in techni- seeks to empower cal felds when You approached her women in technology, about sponsoring the club. Lightfoot feels TWEET is especially valuable for engineering, physics and freshmen who she said often become computer science discouraged and change their major. Lightfoot was instrumental in se- Annabelle Blair curing a $2,500 grant from the Wom- News Co-Editor en’s Giving Circle to help TWEET members attend the Grace Hopper TWEET Celebration and other conferences A new club focused on empowering specifc to women in technology. and supporting women in engineer- Long recognizes Taylor is too small ing, science and technology felds to host a local chapter of a national has been approved by Taylor’s Stu- STEM support network for females. dent Senate and is in the fnal stages “This club is a homegrown substitute of becoming ofcial. Photograph by: Naomi Page for those organizations that is better Taylor Women Engaging in Engi- “The biggest diference I hope to fnd in the next school year is: all female students knowing each other’s names and suited to our specifc needs and in- neering and Technology (TWEET) is each student having stronger confdence in their chosen felds,” You said. (L to R) Eliza You and Cassie Long. terests,” she said. the frst known club of its kind on You hopes TWEET events will be- campus, focused specifcally on fe- come more inclusive of the whole male science, technology, engineering professionally,” Schmocker said. struggles to feel capable and knowl- technology. Steckenrider said he rec- Taylor campus next semester, and math (STEM) students—accord- However, Schmocker said she of- edgeable enough. ognizes TWEET’s importance in pro- prompting discussion. ing to Steve Austin, director of stu- ten quietly agreed with a bold female Chen believes mentorship between viding ongoing mentorships between [email protected] dent programs, and Connie Lightfoot, co-worker who called out her male grade levels will be helpful for women upperclassmen and freshmen. retired dean of the school of social sci- Nurkkala wants to combat the ste- ences, business and education. reotype surrounding computer sci- Female students in Co-founders and presidents Cassie Percentages of women in undergraduate degrees ence: programmers don’t sit in dark tech majors/minors Long, a senior systems engineering *according to the National Girls Collaborative Project rooms, staring at a monitor and eat- major, and Eliza You, a sophomore ing Twinkies, she said. Instead, she computer science major, want TWEET believes the process is a highly cre- to be a starting place for women to ative and beautiful science. Senior connect in a feld they say is challeng- Steckenrider encourages all stu- 26% ing and isolating for females. 18% 19% 39% 43% dents to identify and grow in their Freshmen TWEET’s mission is to unite wom- individual strengths. “I have had a 41% en in these felds, providing mentor- student who, I think in many cas- Junior 13% ship and encouragement to female Computer Science Engineering Physical Sciences Mathematics es, used their gender to excuse their students. Its mission meshes with poor performance,” he said. To female Graphic illustrated by Derek Bender Sophomore Taylor’s in the recognition of female students, Steckenrider said: “Be the 20% leaders serving Christ in their felds. co-workers on sexist jokes. Schmock- in majors similar to hers. “(TWEET) is best engineer you can be. That doesn’t er felt belittled when male co-work- something I would have loved to have mean people won’t still judge you Their Experiences ers apologized for swearing in front during my first few months here,” based on the fact that you’re a wom- Taylor women in STEM felds ex- of her. Chen said. an, but being the best engineer you ENP Dept. 2016–17 pressed consistent feelings of isola- Another TWEET member, who re- Joyce Yu, a senior systems engineer- can be diminishes that as much tion and self-doubt. quested anonymity, expressed trepi- ing major, agreed she would’ve appre- as possible.” Senior Melanie Schmocker, a dou- dation, feeling the need to prove her ciated the club as a freshman. According to Steckenrider, his de- ble major in math and computer worth as a woman in a feld dominat- Yu said her experience majoring partment strives to provide qual- Female Major/Minors science, said she’s been the only wom- ed by men. This member experienced in a technical feld at Taylor has pro- ity education for all students; he 20% an in several of her classes. Howev- what she considered sexism in a tech- moted equality regardless of gender. acknowledged the existence of sexism er, her professors always make her nical internship provided through a However, she noted a few professors’ as the result of a fallen world: “You feel welcomed. company that recruits at the Intern- exaggerated excitement when they fght against it, but you don’t imag- Male At her three internships, said ship and Career Fair. fnd a Euler study room populated ine it doesn’t exist; and the best way Major/Minors Schmocker, male employees out- Ryley Hoekert, a junior computer only by women. to overcome it is to be successful in 80% numbered female employees com- science major, said she has an average “I appreciate that they want to cel- doing what you’re doing––not as a pany-wide. She added that at least of three women in each of her major ebrate that (we’re here), but it’s a lit- female engineer, but as an engineer one-third of women at each compa- classes at Taylor. Despite gender un- tle bit strange for the women to be who is female.” ny worked in human resources, not derrepresentation in her department, congratulated just because they are According to Steckenrider, the in technical areas. Hoekert said her professors demon- in the same proximity as four other professional mission of Christian “Since I’m aware that, in many com- strate inclusion and respect towards women,” Yu said. students refect their personal mis- CSE Dept. 2016–17 panies, women in software are a mi- her. “They develop personal relation- sion to glorify God with humble self nority, I’ve had to look a little harder . ships with each student regardless of The Challenge confdence. “People can’t mock that,” . . to make sure that each one is actu- gender,” she said. Darci Nurkkala, adjunct computer he said. Female ally a place that I would feel safe and Hoekert said she may experience science professor for Taylor’s Foun- Major/Minors welcome and fully a part of the team,” advantages when competing for dational Core computing and culture The Beginnings 18.4% Schmocker said. scholarships and job positions in her class, and Scott Steckenrider, depart- TWEET begin last year with an infor- There were times during her in- feld, because of her gender. Although ment chair and associate professor of mal meeting between 10 female stu- ternship with NASA when she was it’s easy to fall into self-pity and com- engineering, said the low numbers of dents, according to You. She noticed Male the only woman working on a proj- pare herself to others, Hoekert said, females in technical felds at Taylor a lack of community between women Major/Minors ect out of the three female engineers she finds her value in Christ, not refect a national problem. who study in close proximity on Eul- 81.6% on her team. her work. According to Nurkkala, the chal- er’s second foor. “I didn’t mind everyone else be- Junior Nysha Chen, a comput- lenge and excitement of programs Anyone is welcomed and encour- ing male because it doesn’t affect er science and digital media major, like TWEET is showing prospective fe- aged to attend TWEET meetings. their programming skills and, there- said she’s had a mostly positive ex- male students how to contribute sig- Membership requires a commitment fore, my ability to work with them perience in her feld, although she nifcantly to human needs through to support the female community at Graphic illustrated by Derek Bender “There are two stages of my development as a writer: before I started writing a lot and after I started writing a lot. The good stu happens after.”

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OCAL & NDIANA ThLeEchoNews.com I /FEATURESNovember ,  FRIDAY “It’s a great stress reliever,” Palm- er said. The goal of self-defense moves, ac- cording to Wallace, is to give minimal e ort to achieve maximum e ect. In other words, in the face of danger, it The best defense is better to spend as little time there Taylor takes measures to becoming another college statistic “I try to make (the class) lightheart- as possible. ght campus safety statistics takes everyone’s help. ed and fun,” Wallace said. “We don’t Although he teaches efficient “I think that, yes, we should abso- want you to be alarmists; we just want moves and escapes for threaten- Anna Oelerich lutely celebrate our safety,” Wallace you to be aware of the situation. Plus, ing situations (wandering an al- Campus Safety Local & Indiana Editor said. “But we should also put forth a when you can practice these moves ley at night, for instance), Wallace group e ort to maintain it .” with your friends and laugh about it, says the ultimate goal is to avoid It’s a typical scene at Taylor: a stu- For Wallace, that takes many forms, it becomes less scary.” those positions. Quick Tips dent goes to an open house on the including the self-defense classes he The course is designed to give an “At the end of the day, it’s better to other side of campus. Once it’s over, hosts on campus. The classes are overview of life-saving strategies not even put yourself in that position,” 1. Quit looking at your she walks back to her dorm. The open to both male and female stu- should someone be attacked. In the Wallace said. phone—it makes you an campus is dark, and she is alone, but dents looking to improve their per- span of about two hours, Wallace cov- Taylor is not a gated community and easy target. Awkward eye she likely doesn’t worry about get- sonal safety and awareness. ers punches, kicks, escapes and pres- therefore cannot completely control contact is better than being ting home safely. She’s part of the Awareness, in fact, is the opera- sure points for a variety of situations. who enters its boundaries. What’s caught o guard. Taylor community, after all. What tive word when it comes to Wallace’s It’s always rewarding for Wallace to more, students will eventually gradu- 2. When in doubt, call Cam- could happen? self-defense course. His aim is not to see students like freshman Bree Palm- ate and enter new communities. But pus Police to escort you At a larger college, safety isn’t tak- turn students into ghters but rath- er discover they’re stronger than they with the right tools and awareness, en for granted. According to Clery er to make them more conscious of realized. Not to mention, the physi- students can continue the university’s across campus—they’re Reports, a collection of crime data their environment and equipped to cal activity is an e ective way to blow legacy of safety and carry it elsewhere. available and happy to help dealing specifically with campus respond to it. o  steam. [email protected] if you feel unsafe. Keep their safety, sexual assaults at Indiana col- number in your phone on leges have been on the rise. From  speed dial: 765-998-5555 to  (the most recent year avail- 3. Make sure you have able), the number of reported sexu- TUAlert on your phone to al assaults have shot from  to . be kept up-to-date on any In June, an Indianapolis Star article emergencies in the area. shared similar statistics. 4. Check out our self-de- “According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data cited . fense class highlights . . about , Hoosiers reported video on the Echo website! unwanted sexual advances or forced It’s just a taste of what you sexual activity in ,” reporters Kara can learn to better protect Berg, Meghan Holden and Megan yourself. Erbacher said. “And those numbers don't include the  in  people who If you’ve been the victim of never report the crimes.” Fortunately, Taylor’s campus op- assault on campus, please erates much di erently, thanks to a do not stay silent. Tell community dedicated to caring for Campus Police or a trusted its members. But as much as stu- friend right away. dents joke about the “Taylor bubble,” no university is exempt from practic- ing proper campus safety. Campus Chief of Police Je Wal- lace believes keeping Taylor from Photograph by Anna Oelerich Freshman Annie Stimmel practices her palm-heel strike with Chief Wallace. The write profession Alumni writing majors tell felt for her major in classes such writing a lot. The good stuff hap- Donna Downs, department co- patrons the right questions so they how they use skills they as Introduction to Creative Writ- pens after.” chair, and Mike Saunier, assis- can leave feeling like they had the learned in their elds ing with Aaron Housholder, pro- In a single summer, Birch bal- tant professor of communication, best possible experience, whether fessor of English. Hurst affirms she anced graduating, getting married have made a particular impact they stopped in for a book, a movie Hope Bolinger encountered several gems of wis- and meeting a , word dead- on Hershberger: or free Internet,” Finley said. Copy Editor dom in the same class. She appre- line. According to Birch, if he had “(The professors) care about our Finley encourages journalism ma- ciated how Housholder alleviates not created so much content in a personal lives and if we’re develop- jors to start a blog and stay active on You’re a writing major? the pressure to create perfect piec- short amount of time, “The Face- ing more than just our social media. The alumna also urges Do you have a backup plan? Does es of prose. faker’s Game” may not have been a academics.” writers to read voraciously: typing words actually pay these days? Toth relishes teaching the satisfy- reality. Hershberger and alumna Hillarie “I don't want to hear any excus- What are you going to do with that? ing and helpful aspects of writing to Finley (’) shared an admiration for es about people not having enough Do you plan to go into editing? Will her students she learned from pro- Journalism/Media Writing Downs' class on magazine and fea- time to read. You have to make ti m e .” you work for a newspaper? When will fessors such as Housholder: Ellie Hershberger, a junior jour- ture writing. In this tough course, you nish your rst novel? Don’t you “Enjoy it, and know that even if nalism major, aspires to do well students must create an entire mag- The right profession know print is dead? you never touch an English-relat- in her field before graduating. azine, showcasing feature stories “You’re a writing major? What do Authors such as junior creative ed field again after graduation, She served as a graphic design in- and graphic design. you do?” writing major Samantha Hurst have your time (at Taylor) is building tern at The Christian Missionary Now a circulation clerk at Kirklin You can tell stories through edit- identified occupational questions your character in vital and sustain- Alliance, creating graphics and Public Library, Finley uses skills she ing and teaching; designing graph- like these that plague wordsmiths. ing ways.” penning magazine articles. Her- learned at Taylor, ranging from cre- ics and freelancing. Graduates have It seems writing and having a ca- shberger also edits the Ilium Year- ating fliers to updating the library’s proven job description does not reer go together like stress and fi- Professional Writing book. The student writer attributes website. Finley implements report- erase your ability to shape words. nals week. Impossibly. Chandler Birch (’) worked hard such achievements to Taylor’s jour- ing skills in her everyday tasks. No need for further questions. Despite these questions, a num- to transformed goals of freelancing nalism program and professors. “I need to know how to ask [email protected] ber of alumni and current students and editing into reality. from each of the writing degrees Birch immerses himself in his have found success in their fields. job as publications editor at the From publications editors to library Association of Christian Schools circulation clerks, Taylor graduates International (). For this share stories of how they found the school-support organization, Birch “write” occupation. edits the Christian School Educa- tion magazine. Birch also polishes Creative Writing legal legislative updates written by Alumni Veronica Toth (’) and teachers, administrators and law- Robbie Maakestad (’) incorpo- yers from . rate two vastly different facets of Along with editing, Birch writes. creative writing into their jobs. Simon & Schuster published his Maakestad, once a writing con- book “The Facefaker’s Game” this sultant at Taylor’s Writing Center, past Tuesday. Birch’s thrilling nov- works as the editor-in-chief at Phoe- el follows Ashes, a pickpocket in be: Journal of Literature and Art. Be- the Victorian era, who ends up as fore he landed a position at Phoebe, an apprentice to a group of pilfer- Maakestad taught a handful of cre- ing magicians. ative writing classes at Ball State Before he graduated, Birch had a University while simultaneously number of accomplishments at Tay- earning an M.A. in creative writing lor. Among those accomplishments, there. Birch considers being published in While Maakestad’s occupation Parnassus his freshman year his tackles the editorial side of writ- greatest achievement. He remem- ing, Toth handles the academic. bers several of his publications “(My work) is less driven by creativ- came after persevering through ity and more by pragmatics,” Toth rough drafts: said. Toth has a teaching-assistant “There are two stages of my devel- Photo provided by Simon & Schuster job at University of Wisconsin-Mil- opment as a writer: before I start- Alumni Chandler Birch’s , word dead- Photo provided by Simon & Schuster waukee. She recalls the passion she ed writing a lot and after I started line for his  rst published book, “The Facefaker’s “The Facefaker’s Game” resulted from a publishing contest Game”, was written over a single summer. from Simon & Schuster during Birch’s senior year at Taylor. 4 TheEchoNews.comIFE & IMES L traveling across the Emerald Isle. independenceT and appreciation of the “There is no such thing as a standard Lord. day in the Irish Studies program,” “I’ve loved getting so close with Welcome to ghetto FISPers FISPer Brad Timmerman said. “One everyone and not only learning The freshmen day we may have classes back to back about Ireland’s history and culture out like a sore thumb. This often across the pond all day and the next day we may have but also visiting its history and really Disneyland leads people to ask me, “So, what are a free day.” experiencing its culture,” she said. Learning to stay positive in a you doing here?” Natalia Valentine Faculty Koert (’11) and Diana The experiences students have in city where dreams go to die “I’m an aspiring writer here for a Contributor Verhagen (’12) serve as professors. The Ireland provide them with academic semester internship.” couple resides in the YWCA f at with enrichment and spiritual inspiration. Lincoln Reed They cringe when they hear the 3,597 miles. The distance between the 23 FISP students, Koert teaching Whether it be plugging into a local Staf Writer words “aspiring writer.” To them, I’m Indiana and Ireland. The distance Biblical Literature 1 and Diana teaching Irish church, visiting monasteries just another hopeless fool chasing from the Wabash River to the Irish Crossing Cultures. Lecturers from Irish or seeing breathtaking geography, Compared to Indiana’s quiet country a dream people believe will end in Sea. The distance from DC queso to colleges, such as Trinity College Dublin, FISPers will take cherish these roads, my daily commute to work heartbreak, poverty and a broken Irish potatoes. The distance between visit the Taylor community to teach memories for the rest of their lives. feels like I’ve been thrown into a soul. Unfortunately, they aren’t one home and another. other courses like Irish History. In their free time, the adventure “Mad Max” movie. When I reach my altogether wrong. Thousands of Freshmen Irish Studies Program The meals FISPers enjoy are from continues for these Taylor world destination, I sift through residential talented writers are rejected in students, otherwise known as FISPers, a personal chef in the f at, A culinary travelers. Because it’s not overly streets, hoping to f nd the holy grail of Hollywood every day. Only those who chose to spend their f rst semester luxury compared to Taylor’s Dining expensive to commute from Ireland inner city commuting: a free parking persevere for decades turn out to be in Ireland. While f rst-year students Commons. “The food is amazing, to other European countries, the spot. This morning ritual begins my successes. The one consistent theme studying at Taylor University become it’s what I’ll miss most once I come FISPers continue to explore the workday in a place my employer calls of the semester has been: “Well, if assimilated into college through back to campus and have to eat DC dif erent parts of Ireland during their “ghetto Disneyland”—the sketchiest you’re going to be a writer, it’ll take O-Groups, first year programs and food everyday,” Timmerman said. current fall break and plan to explore tourist hub in southern California. you 10-20 years before you’re an wing events, these Ireland exchange According to Abraham, the food tasted surrounding countries after classes Welcome to Hollywood Boulevard. overnight success . . . that is, if you’re freshmen jumped into opportunities more genuine and less processed end on Nov. 18. Timmerman hopes to On my walk to work, I pass naïve stubborn enough to wait that long.” like hiking across Ireland, immersing than much of the American cuisine travel to Spain or Cyprus. tourists, taking in the sights with This reality has weighed on my themselves in new culture and living she’s accustomed to and consists of a their small children. They marvel at mind for months. Am I willing in the close-knit FISPer community. much larger amount of potatoes, salt the sidewalks with plated celebrities’ to endure decades of living in The 23-student team (13 freshmen, and vinegar, and pub food. stars while junkies get high a few feet f nancial uncertainty while facing 10 upperclassmen) emulate Taylor’s FISPers experience other cultural away. Sometimes I pass someone consistent rejection? tradition close and intentional. The differences besides food served sleeping on a mattress, oblivious to I don’t yet have the answer, and program maintains a 15-hour workload around the dinner table such as the people walking by. I’m still seeking God’s direction while also providing students with driving on the opposite side of Within a block of the office, I regarding whether or not he study abroad experience at the the road and differences in social descend into a den of tourist traps wants me to pursue a career in the beginning of their college career. norms. McNinch feels that the Irish including kinky lingerie shops, pizza entertainment industry. I’ve only The FISPers arrived to Upland community is friendlier and more joints and stores f lled with all kinds been able to tolerate Hollywood’s a week before Welcome Weekend. open to conversation. of smoking equipment. Everywhere cynical atmosphere by holding onto a On Aug. 19, they boarded a plane A highlight of the experience for I turn, I’m reminded I’m a long way truth I learned from Dennis Hensley: to Ireland and settled into their Timmerman was a trip to Galway, the from the peaceful farming cornf elds my identity and signif cance is rooted YWCA, or Young Women’s Christian West Coast of Ireland. The group biked Photograph provided by Paige McNinch of Indiana. in Jesus Christ, not in my success as Association, f at in the Greystones across the cold, rainy island and enjoyed The study program includes excursion After entering my of ce building, I a writer. This wisdom has helped me trips, like this one to Giant’s Causeway. community, a small coastal town tracing the soaring sea clif s along the work for the next six hours doing what stay grounded when the cynicism of south of Dublin. According to FISP edge of the island. For Abraham and Some FISPers are reluctant to leave I love best: reading and writing. My my environment feels overwhelming. student Kelly Abraham, a typical day McNinch, developing close friendships Ireland but are nevertheless excited to boss, a talent and literary manager, I’m not sure what the rest of the includes morning class, chapel, lunch, has been one of the most rewarding assimilate into the rest of the Taylor has me evaluate unproduced scripts semester holds, but I’m trusting God another class or activity, keeping up aspects of FISP. McNinch described community come second semester. while he submits actors for casting to reveal his direction regarding my with Irish news, eating dinner and memories of getting fish and chips Look for these world travelers who calls. On an exciting day, I might meet future career in his perfect timing. enjoying free evening. with her team late at night and getting will be full of stories about green one of his clients who visits the of ce. Until then, I’ll continue to read However, the days never get dull. to swim in the Irish Sea. For Abraham, hills, ancient castles and friendly People in LA aren’t used to Midwest scripts . . . and hunt for free parking. Spontaneity occurs in the form of the combination of community and Irish people. manners. In a social setting, I stick [email protected] regular field trips and extensive new culture constantly deepens her [email protected]

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A study in distance

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This is an installment of the weekly column by the Of ce of the Student Body President. Riot gear and jazz music Studying abroad in military personnel present would have f lling up with gringo retirees. Cuenca, Ecuador stopped them quickly, I’m sure. Life-sized carved f gures of Jesus and the It seemed a little over-the-top; rows 12 disciples f lled the front of the cathe- Nicole Arpin upon rows of heavily armored men and dral, placed as though Christ was forev- Student Body President women blocking every entrance to the er declaring, “Do this in remembrance of park, some on horseback, some on mo- me.” My view of the Last Supper was ob- This short narrative describes an evening I torcycles and some wielding large guns. structed, however, by a low stage covered experienced out on the town while study- But hey, I’m not complaining. Better safe in snaky, black electrical wires. An Ecua- ing abroad for a semester in Cuenca, Ec- than sorry. dorian bassist, pianist, trumpet player and uador in Fall 2014. After wandering around downtown for a percussionist sat amidst the mess, ready “Why aren’t there any cars?” someone while (single-f le on Cuenca’s skinny side- to begin. asked as we walked toward Cuenca’s cen- walks), we eventually made our way to our Their f rst song was wildly appropri- tral park on Wednesday night. Our small destination for the night: an old, decom- ate for the locale. As the instrumentalists group of students and professors turned missioned cathedral. The city now uses swung the f rst few notes of “Someday a corner and suddenly noticed the police the space for performances and that night My Prince Will Come,” I closed my eyes of cers in riot gear lining the streets. the church was presenting a jazz concert. (partially to block the sight of some afore- I soon remembered a conversation I’d mentioned gringo retirees dancing in the had with my host mother earlier that week. “How f tting – sitting in that front row). “There’s going to be a demonstration How fitting—sitting in that ancient on Wednesday in el centro,” she told ancient place of worship beneath place of worship beneath painted angels, me. “Lots of people are unhappy with painted angels, listening listening to a jazzif ed promise of the song: the government.” to a jazzif ed promise.” “Will it be dangerous?” I asked. “Someday my prince will come “No, no,” she scof ed and shook her head. “They’re pacif sts.” Inside the cathedral, I found a number Someday we’ll meet again She was right. There was no hint of vi- of stark contrasts to the scene outside. olence that night. Even if the 100 or so The 447-year-old building is spectacular, And away to his castle we’ll go halfway-enthusiastic protesters gathered full of intricate details and ornate embel- in one corner of the park had wanted to lishments—but that night, rows of plastic To be happy forever I know . . . .” turn violent, the 400+ police of cers and lawn chairs sat on the ancient f oor, slowly [email protected] For more information visit theechonews.com. Chrysa’s corner #TaylorU’s

A study in distance Photograph provided by Chrysa Keenon Columns by Chrysa are right How to handle a long- aren’t going anywhere special next with a smiley face on the inside or around the corner distance friendship semester? While a great number of a ten-page down-low on what is my good friends are going to be liv- going on in your life. Breaking out your friend smile, and soon you’ll Chrysa Keenon ing in distant lands over J-term and the old pen and paper can be in- be smiling, too. TOP Subscription & Distribution spring semester, I will be stuck in the credibly refreshing and fun! 4. Set up days to Skype. Even if it Manager Midwest, trying not to cry over my 2. Have a long distance book club! is just for a few minutes to say breakfast cereal about how much I Obviously this can apply to more hello, it’ll be worth it to see your TWEETS Peyton Nill @peytonnill‏ Taylor students are not only encour- miss my friends. than books; watch a TV show friend’s face and hear her voice. “Forget acts of service. Barbecue aged but expected to spend time in If you are in the same situation, together so you can both gush Skype is one of the best ways to is my love language” - Prof. another country at least once in do not despair. Here are some ways about it at the same time. Being contact a friend from another Hernandez @EricHdzCPA #tayloru their four years here. It’s a rite of pas- to get yourself through the tough obsessed with the same thing is time zone because it allows you sage to serve God in a mission f eld times of temporarily losing a friend great because it’s another topic to see her timestamp and when Hannah Bostick ‏@h_bosnick or increase your knowledge through and surviving the semester without you can instantly bond over. she is online. Just connected the fact that today is November 1st and so many a special studies program. Studying your best bud. 3. Memes. Send those memes. Fun- Using these techniques, you and guys are clean shaven...let it begin abroad can be the best time of your 1. Write a physical letter to each oth- ny captioned cat photos or that your friend will feel like there is no #NoShaveNovember #tayloru life, as you get to have whole new life er once in awhile. There is noth- hilarious new YouTube video you distance between you. Remember, experiences that will last for the rest ing more exciting than receiving found could brighten a friend’s these hard times are only temporary, Jessica Wise @jay_dubbzzzz‏ of your life. mail at college. It doesn’t matter day. Take a few seconds to send and soon you will be reunited. I’ve found frosting (not mine) on But what about those of us who whether it’s just a blank envelope out something that could make [email protected] my leg. Twice . That about sums up my fi rst week teaching middle school. #tayloru #studentteaching

Anna Kate ‏@laughingbanAnna Echograms #TaylorU Well, it’s offi cially Christmas now in the English 238 household! Let the carols begin! #tayloru

Olivia Miller ‏@OliiviaaMillerr Sharing in the walk of shame away from chapel is true intentional community #tayloru

Roscoe Rea ‏@Roscoe_Rea when the honors lodge open house has no food...the pie is a lie #tayloru

Sam Moore ‏@SamMooreMusic I also just realized that was my fi nal time ever registering for classes at #tayloru. Wow. Doesn’t quite feel real.

Courtney ‏@fourtneyceagans “I measure my stress by the size of Starbucks drink I want.” -anonymous JuMP student. #tayloru

Joy Steckenrider @joystecky‏ Overheard on campus: “that’s a round building where you pray and stuff ” (pointing to the @emmcowell @kevbot814 prayer chapel) you’re not wrong… Happy Halloween eve from Tink and all her friends #tayloru #1NE Sammy 2 World Series Edition: There are a lot of nervous #tayloru individuals in here. OMG #worldseries #tayloru #stressed #cubs The songs don’t really “mean” anything. Their purpose is to make the listener feel. Rather than transporting ideas and meaning, the songs transport emotions; they carry the listener to someplace else.

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Acting Methods and Theories Piano lessons    K The arts outlined Spring    Spring    Check out the di erent groups and classes Theatre History II Voice lessons around campus    V Spring    Spring    Grace Hooley Sta Writer Aesthetics Brass lessons (trumpet, trom-   bone, French horn, etc.) Vocals, cello, ute, handbells—no Spring     B matter which instrument, Taylor Spring    o ers multiple outlets for musical Art Classes talents. With spring registration be- Woodwind lessons (clarinet,  ute, ginning, check out these opportuni- Drawing saxophone, etc.) ties to audition for to use and expand    W your gifts. Spring    Spring   

Vocal Ensembles: Two-Dimensional Design String lessons (violin, cello)    S Adoration Chorus (Women’s chorus) Spring    Spring    ( credit) This choral ensemble sings Painting I Percussion lessons a mixture of contemporary sa-    P cred choral arrangements, spir- Spring    Spring    Photograph by Naomi Page ituals and worship songs. They Sophomore Margie Crosby paints for this semester’s water-based media class. strive for vocal excellence and fo- Film and Darkroom Guitar lessons cus on leading others in worship through choral chamber music art. Jazz Ensemble ( credit)    G during performances. Performance tours include local and Open to all wind and percus- Spring    Spring    Contact Eva Kwan for information. overseas venues, conferences, con- sion players, the jazz ensemble per- ventions and banquets. forms contemporary stage band Three Dimensional Design Taylor University Chorale ( credit) Contact JoAnn Rediger for literature and jazz classics. The en-   The Taylor Chorale sings a wide more information. semble presents a concert each se- Spring    range of sacred choral works. The mester and tours to local schools ensemble strives to worship in all Lyric Theatre ( credit) and jazz festivals. Ceramics: Handbuilt Forms aspects of music. Students perform Performances include fully-staged Contact Al Harrison for information.   on tours domestically and interna- productions and semi-staged “scene” Spring    tionally, as well as at concerts for productions. According to the Tay- Jazz Combo ( credit) conferences and conventions. lor website, “The primary goal of The jazz combo delves into improv orchestra performs a concert Each lesson occurs once a week Contact JoAnn Rediger for the ensemble is to create live per- styles to perform at a concert each showcasing a selection of works during one half hour for  credit. more information. formances demonstrating dramatic semester. They o er instruction to from each of the major historical All lessons must be taken for cred- “Chorale is a ministry, not a music con dence, vocal ease and aesthet- di erent levels of ability, from begin- periods that provides pieces for it. The cost per half-hour lesson is group,” junior Chorale member Ross ic sensibility.” ners to advanced. full orchestra.  ., which is billed to your stu- DeLong said. “My favorite part of Contact Conor Angell for Contact Al Harrison for information. Contact Christopher Bade for dent account. Chorale is going to various church- more information. “I love it because there is a cer- more information. You can take any lesson regard- es, and even places around the world, tain relationship and conversation less of prior knowledge of the in- and sharing the gospel through song Instrumental Ensembles: that goes on between musicians, Taylor Ringers ( credit) strument. Lessons are scheduled and worship.” and honestly I feel more connect- The -member Taylor ringers per- by instructors, and students will Wind Ensemble ( credit) ed to any one musician in that form a variety of pieces, ranging from be notified by email to sched- Taylor Sounds Chamber Ensemble Made up of wind and percussion time than I have with any person simple to di cult. They perform four- ule the day, time and location ( credit) players, the wind ensemble per- I’ve ever had a conversation with to  ve-octave pieces at concerts on for lessons. Taylor Sounds Chamber Ensem- forms classic and contemporary using English words,” sophomore and o campus. [email protected] ble members strive for a high stan- wind, sacred, pop and pep band lit- Ethan Garratt said. Contact Eva Kwan for information. dard of chamber choral performance. erature. They host one concert pro- “I love how close we’ve grown as The group learns a variety of mu- gram each semester in addition to Symphony Orchestra ( credit) an ensemble and honoring God sic by classical as well as contem- their annual tours. Featuring string, wind and per- through ringing,” sophomore Mary porary composers and worships Contact Al Harrison for information. cussion players, the symphony Wurster said. A&E Events

a sound that is somehow a senso- ry overload and yet whisper-quiet at Paul Jacobson the same time. The tracks “Only Shal- Contributor low,” “When You Sleep” and “Come In Alone” bludgeon the listener with their Visceral; ethereal; overwhelming; pri- thickly layered guitar leads and melo- mal; emotional. These are all words I dies and refuse to relent even when the would use to describe My Bloody Val- vocals enter the mix. But tracks like entine’s  release “Loveless,” which “Loomer,” “To Here Knows When” and celebrates its th anniversary on “Sometimes” lull the listener into an al- November  (the occasion for this re- most trance-like state with their repe- view). The album was met with crit- tition and relative calmness. SHUFFLE PLAY ical acclaim upon its initial release The album as a whole has a rela- but never sold particularly well. It gar- tively chirpy and optimistic sound to nered a small cult following over the it, as all the songs are in major keys. years and has been inspiring many to Despite this, the songs don’t sound all pick up a guitar and turn the reverb all that happy. There’s a sense of long- the way up to . Twenty- ve years lat- ing and wanting in each track, a trait er, the album still sounds as fresh and most easily distinguished on the in- distinct as it did upon release. terlude “Touched”; the guitars resem- Very few albums snatch hold and re- ble a groaning or weeping of some fuse to let go of my attention like “Love- sort, and the synths have a somewhat less” does, from the opening snare downcast quality to them. hits and blast of sound in “Only Shal- “Loveless” is an incredibly special low,” to the New Wave-esque, almost album. The  rst listen can be disori- club-friendly beat on “Soon.” “Loveless” enting, but it’s certainly worth taking is an all-out assault on the senses, with the time to dig into it. There are so the vocals competing for space with the many nuances underneath the lay- heavily distorted guitars and pounding ers upon layers of fuzz and distor- drums. The vocals are all but drowned tion. It’s the little things about this out by the rest of the noise in each song, album that keep me coming back. making the lyrics practically indeci- It’s the chord progression on “Loom- pherable, but that’s the point. The songs er,” the warped and wavering chords don’t really “mean” anything. Their pur- on “I Only Said” (an e ect achieved by pose is to make the listener feel. Rather Shields’ use of the tremolo arm as he than transporting ideas and meaning, strummed the guitar), and the feel- the songs transport emotions; they car- ing of nostalgia that washes over me ry the listener to someplace else. during “Sometimes.” While it may not At  rst blush, one might not think be for everyone, those who take the of “Loveless” as a beautiful album time to dive deeper will fall in love mostly due to its distorted, hazy and with this album. sludgy sound. What may sound like a : / collection of grating noises is actually    : “Only Shallow,” a painstakingly crafted wall of sound “Loomer,” “When You Sleep,” “I Only that guitarist Kevin Shields recorded Said,” “Sometimes,” “Blown a Wish,” over the span of two years and in  “Soon” di erent recording studios.     : none

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7 TheEchoNews.com PINIONS November 4, 2016 FRIDAY O throughout the dorm. True, I can’t cheap or simple task. And I can see claim with any certainty this stu- why Taylor may be more interested Putting money where we live dent wouldn’t have had breathing in additions that affect all of cam- issues regardless, but I do feel the pus: the Campus Center, Euler and Why Taylor should prioritize lack of air conditioning didn’t exact- the Memorial Prayer Chapel are open upgrading residence halls ly help. She ended up staying over at to everyone, and they’re tangible des- a friend’s apartment for a few nights tinations for prospective students to Katie Hiegel to recuperate, then got an inhaler visit. Making residence halls cushier Contributor and, so far as I know, ended up be- isn’t as eye-catching. ing fine. But as any asthma-sufferer Here’s the thing, though: the Within the past few years, Taylor’s can attest, feeling unable to breathe dorms are where we sleep, study, campus has seen the addition of is no joke and I wish she could have hang out and generally spend a large many magnificent buildings and ren- been spared the considerable dis- percentage—if not the majority—of ovations, from the Memorial Prayer comfort and inconvenience. our time. Visitors may be wowed by Chapel and the Euler Science Com- Another English resident, on the state-of-the-art features in Eu- plex to the luxurious LaRita Boren crutches for months due to a broken ler, but future students aren’t go- Campus Center. These changes are foot, found the lack of an elevator a ing to live there. And parents and as costly as they are exciting—there’s serious hardship because she lived on prospectives do (and should) care no such thing as a free lunch, no mat- the third floor. She had to spend a lot about what happens when they ter how many Dining Dollars your of her time in the lobby. Getting to the commit to Taylor. Students get put meal plan incorporates—and the cellar to do laundry by herself was im- into English or Gerig, which may be university has sought to cut costs possible, so she had to add her clothes their second- or third-choice dorms. Photographed by Elyse Horb elsewhere. I applaud these mea- It’s not hard to find fixer-uppers all over residence halls. to other women’s loads. Although she Personally, I love English, and I like sures, since I think fiscal responsi- Olson and English—three of the big- flights of stairs in a building without told me everyone was very supportive that there’s some variation among bility and sustainability should be gest dorms—lack air conditioning; air conditioning and an elevator. and helpful, she still wished it could dorms. Sometimes, though, I wish top priorities for anyone, especially and only Bergwall, Breuninger and Lest you think I’m simply another have been easier. people didn’t have to choose be- a pricey college that many people al- Samuel Morris have elevators. Some embittered English Hall resident, let tween the modern advantages of ready can’t afford. True, rumor says bathrooms in English require con- me explain why these discrepancies Breu and the relative discomfort of there are planned renovations com- stant maintenance intervention, and affect more than just convenience. I wish people didn’t have to English or Olson. ing for Bergwall, but many dorms dorm appliances such as vacuums are Last year, when I still lived on Third choose between the modern New buildings are incredibly nice, still need improvement. sorely outdated. Center English, a wingmate with advantages of Breu and impressive and useful. But some- But I wonder whether students’ I live in English Hall, and until fall bad seasonal allergies developed the relative discomfort times I don’t really care about having interests could better be served by comes, it’s hot in my dorm. Even breathing problems within the first a brand-new campus center; I’d have investing more in the upgrading showering and guzzling water brings month of school. It made me realize of English or Olson. been happy enough to keep the old and upkeep of the residence halls. little relief on the worst days. It’s English isn’t exactly allergy-friendly: student union if it meant my dorm It’s common knowledge on campus hard to sleep, and don’t get me start- in hot weather, everyone has their and I could have a better day-to-day the plumbing system in Gerig leaves ed on what move-in day is like when windows open and fans blowing, so Adding things like air conditioning living experience. something to be desired; Wengatz, you have to carry your stuff up three it’s easy for allergens to circulate and elevators to three dorms isn’t a [email protected] Different levels of contribution I have seen and lot during this election season. vote? I do not think so. While voting is a mass misinformation campaign and experienced what a lack I don’t really want to talk about extremely important, it is one of the less- a less than 16 percent voter turnout. I Co-Editors in Chief of voting and community whom I think Christians should vote er things we can do for society. What real played football for Muncie Central in Cassidy Grom for; this just causes way too many ar- contribution are we making if we only let front of small crowds and saw a gener- Becca Robb involvement can do guments, and we’ve already read po- our voices be heard? Shouldn’t we also al apathy toward my school from many Design Co-Editors Derek Bender sitions on each of the candidates in strive to make our voices heard and our people. Muncie has declined largely Isabelle Kroeker Matthew Garringer a previous edition of this newspaper. actions seen and felt? from industry and factories leaving the Online Editor Contributor No, I want this article to be about the I would argue that a Christian who area, but it has also deteriorated from Becca Schriner nature of voting itself and its implica- votes for the “wrong candidate” yet people not caring about and contribut- Photography Editor Mindy Wildman Voting is important; it is a civic duty tions on the concept of “civic du ty.” actively seeks to benefit his or her ing to the community they live in. Some all citizens should strive to fulfill. As As I just said, voting is a civic duty; community by volunteering or sup- are making concentrated efforts to im- Video Editor Andrew Brueck the saying goes, “Vote early and of- one of the most basic civic duties. Vot- porting community functions shows prove the city I grew up in, and those News Co-Editors ten.” Voting is also a right; it has tak- ing should be expected of citizens, just faith better and contributes to society workers deserve praise, but these are Annabelle Blair en a long time for America to achieve as citizens are expected to pay taxes more than a Christian who votes for the efforts of a few people, not many. Katherine Yeager the voting rights we have, and it is or serve on juries if and when it is re- the “right candidate” yet does noth- If you really want to “Make America Local & Indiana Editor Anna Oelerich a right entailed to all U.S. citizens. quired. This is why it is so important ing else for their community. Great Again,” clean up a park, volunteer Features Editor As Christians, we are told we need for everyone to have an equal right and Growing up in Muncie, a city just 25 or support the local school. Don’t just Brianna Kudisch to vote and are usually told whom equal access to their vote. Voting is miles south of here, I have seen and be angry and vote. Don’t just expect the Life & Times Co-Editors to vote for as well. One would have such a basic, fundamental part of our experienced what a lack of voting and person you vote for to fix the problems LeighAnn Wolle Gabby Carlson to be blind and deaf not to see and society that the notion of citizens not community involvement can do. My in society that are in your backyard. Go hear the various pastors and Chris- being able to vote based on some in- community voted down a referendum out and do something. Try to improve Arts & Entertainment Editor tian leaders telling fellow Christians herent trait about them is ridiculous. that would have funded buses (as in the lives of others. Be the salt and light Laura Koenig which candidate to choose. Phrases If we do not vote, we have no society. school buses, the vehicles that trans- our communities need. Opinions Editor Luke Wildman like “the lesser of two evils” or “great- Yet should we be satisfied with our port students to school, which is pretty [email protected] er good” have been thrown around a role in society if we merely pay taxes and vital to the educational process) due to Sports Co-Editors Landry Long Eric Andrews Copy Chief They submitted themselves to their relic, but we know the truth. Jeff Grogan own husbands, like Sarah, who obeyed The Echo article word limit can- Staff Writers Grace Hooley The Brotherhood Abraham and called him her lord” (1 not contain the multitude of offenses Kayla Springer Peyton Smith When will the madness end? and making obviously false claims Peter 3:5-6 NIV). How can we claim I could chronicle. I hope we as a com- Braden Ochs in the name of God, but he also took to live in a community that values munity can realize that some behav- Lincoln Reed Megan Herrema Elyse Horb Scripture out of context in order to ad- equality while an entire group of men iors we accept as normal and even Aubree DeVisser Photographer vance his performance. Another so- considers women unworthy to be in “funny” are mostly just hurtful and dis- Staff Photographers called “initiation” consisted of a guy their presence? respectful. I wish I could walk around Naomi Page Hannah Bolds I’ve held these thoughts in for over they call the “Hamburglar” who steals And who hasn’t heard of Broho’s campus without worrying about get- Fayth Glock Halie Owens three years, but now, as a senior, I hamburgers from the DC conveyer belt! “pranks?” In September they drew ting hit by a frisbee (and having to Elyse Horb think it’s time to speak up. It seems None of our food is safe around them. with chalk all over campus. Among endure an entire Broho pick-a-date) Designers to me that, although we claim to hold their mandates to “love the brother- or if I have to change routes because Becca Eis Eric Andrews high standards for each other accord- hood,” they wrote hateful things to oth- the path has been vandalized. As the Ian Proano Logan Bicknell ing to the guidelines of the LTC, there er people on campus, such as “Sammy Psalmist says, “Preserve me from vio- Jeanine Aupperle is an alternate force at work on cam- Another so-called “initiation” 2 sucks” and “Wengatz weenies.” Their lent men who have purposed to trip up Copy Editors pus: the guidelines of the LTB. One chalk words of “so dead” and “Snake my feet” (Psalm 140:4 NASB). Mary Helen Thompson consisted of a guy they called Hope Bolinger group of men is allowed to fly under cometh” instilled fear in several people To the men living on Broho: you can Emily Macdonald the “hamburglar” who steals Jenni Riddett the radar and continually engage in a I talked to that day. The Brotherhood’s do better than this. Campus needs less lifestyle that is sexist, immature and hamburgers from the DC priority on “having fun” and “being cre- excitement. Creativity and jokes are Subscription Manager Chrysa Keenon disrespectful. This group is known as conveyor belt! None of our ative” leads them to commit offensive not the things that make us who we Distribution Manager The Brotherhood (Broho). food is safe around them. pranks like this more often than they are. Please, on behalf of my Taylor Chrysa Keenon When I was a freshman, I noticed throw napkins at girls. I remember two brothers and sisters in Christ, quiet Faculty Adviser The Brotherhood’s antics and found years ago, Broho men covered a bridge down. Go bake some cookies for the Donna Downs them funny, even endearing. Howev- near Olson and Wengatz with chew- women of Third English. Stop dress- er, I have since taken another look at ing gum. Besides the pure menace of ing up: Wengatz doesn’t need to be • what they seem to stand for, and I am Next, I will address the sexism per- that act, some students who walked appreciated by you once a year. And The Echo aims to represent the views of diverse voices on Taylor University’s campus fairly and without bias and to be a vehicle no longer amused by their childish petuated by Broho. I have person- across the bridge unaware of the gum to everyone else: don’t stand for their of accurate and pertinent information to the student body. The Echo also aims to be a forum that fosters healthy discussion about methods of “having fu n .” ally experienced distress in the past damaging their shoes, while oth- nonsense anymore. Tell the Euler relevant issues, acting as a catalyst for change on our campus. I was recently appalled to see one when approaching their dinner table. ers slipped and fell onto a disgusting preacher to stop his blasphemy. Go Student journalists have published The Echo weekly since 1913, except for January term, exam week and holidays. member of The Brotherhood preach- These boys hurled insults and nap- pile of chewed gum. Rumors floated sit down at that table, even if 20 boys The Echo is a member of the Associated Collegiate Press and the Indiana Collegiate Press Association. ing a sermon outside of Euler about kins at me and yelled, “This isn’t Fort around campus last spring that Broho throw their mashed potatoes at you. The Echo is printed by AIM Media Indiana Operating, how the earth is flat. You may think it Wayne Female Bible College anymore!” stole a medical stretcher from Second Find their chalk messages and douse LLC in Greenfield, Indiana. The Echo offices are in the Rupp Communication Arts Building. was a joke, but he said countless blas- They even have a weekly tradition of West Wengatz. What if a Wengatz man them with water. Together, we can Please address all letters, questions or comments to: phemous things and even disrespected throwing a potato on a girl’s dinner was injured and needed to get out of make this campus a place of safety, in- The Echo 236 W. Reade Ave. (765) 998-5359 the Bible by throwing it at the building. plate. It wouldn’t surprise me to see the dorm quickly? This “prank” could clusion, equality and love for one an- Upland, IN 46989-1001 [email protected] We, as Christians, should find bound- Paul’s words hanging in their hallway: have prohibited a Wengatz man from other. I hope someday we will all be © Taylor University 2016 aries for our jokes. Not only was he “For this is the way the holy women of getting the medical attention he need- able to love the Brotherhood. throwing miniature New Testaments the past . . . used to adorn themselves. ed. Broho claims it was just a Wengatz [email protected]

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Trojans’ season ends in heartbreak

TTheEchoNews.comROJAN NATION November ,  FRIDAY have more to o er this year with driv- ing,  nding teammates and  nishing strong at the basket.” The Trojans have also received major contributions from the duo of freshmen Mason Degenkolb and Ryan Robinson. Degenkolb leads the team in scoring, averaging  points per game. Robinson has chipped in . per game, while also dishing out a total of  assists. Degenkolb understands the tran- sition to college ball is not always an easy one, but feels blessed to have support along the way. “Being an incoming freshman has had its ups and downs,” Degenkolb said. “Having a great group of team- mates and coaches who push and support me has really helped my tran-

Photograph by Fayth Glock sition to Taylor. Along with that, my Junior Keaton Hendricks scored a game-high points against Miami – Hamilton. teammates have made it easy for me to have an impact because we all play for each other; everyone is unsel sh so it makes playing as a team come Trojans o to hot start really e a sy.” With Crowe and Degenkolb leading Degenkolb and Crowe and sees that this could be his best has put more of his o ensive weap- the o ensive charge, Andrews knows lead Trojans to – start year thus far. ons to good use. there is much more in store for the The Echo Sports “I believe this team has the opportu- freshman and sophomore duo. Landry Long nity to be the best team I’ve coached,” “I believe this “Degenkolb works very hard on his Sports Co-Editor Andrews said. “They are unselfish, game and is a tremendous competi- care about each other and have taken team has the tor,” Andrews said. “He’s a great play- The Taylor men’s basketball team is o great ownership of the growth process.” opportunity to maker and has the ability to make to a hot – start for the – season. The Trojans rely on returning start- those around him better. Crowe has The Trojans opened up with a dom- ers as well as new faces. be the best team a picture-perfect shooting stroke, inant -point win over Great Lakes Junior Keaton Hendricks is averag- and we want to get him open looks Christian while setting a program re- ing . points per game in the ear- I’ve coached.” as much as possible.” cord behind-the-arc with  threes. ly go-around, while sophomore Evan “I am feeling more con dent on the The Trojans will be in action to- Less than a day later, the squad once Crowe is averaging , connecting court, which is a result of the time day at Purdue – Northwest, as well again by defeating Miami – Hamilton nine of  times from behind the I put into my game this o season,” as tomorrow at home against Gover- by  points. three-point line. Crowe said. “I believe I’ve added more nors State. Tipo is set for  p.m. for Head coach Josh Andrews be- Crowe has seen his work in the to my o ensive game where if the de- both games. lieves in the potential of his team o -season pay o on the court and fense takes away my -point shot, I [email protected]

Trojans would need to receive an at- “For seniors, it’s a little hard,” senior large bid. Brienna Kruit said. “You don’t know Women’s soccer falls to The  uses the regular season if you’re supposed to move on or if rankings to determine who receives you’re going to be playing in two or the at-large bids. If the favored teams three weeks. Whether we are playing to win their respective conference or not, you still work h a rd .” the paws of Saint Francis tournaments do so, the Trojans will The Trojans’ fate will o cially be have a greater probability of receiving decided on Nov.  when the  eld for Trojans knocked out chance  ve minutes into the second maintaining it throughout the sea- an at-large bid. the  National Tournament is an- of the Crossroads half to claim the – lead. son, to setting records for most wins Though the season’s future remains nounced. If the Trojans earn a spot in League Tournament The Trojans pushed hard late in and most wins to start a season, to the unclear, the Trojans have continued the tournament, their opening round the game to try to even the score, but many awards and honors earned by to practice with the hope that their game will be on Nov. . Eric Andrews when the  nal seconds ticked o the both players and Stan alike, the – season is truly just beginning. [email protected] Sports Co-Editor clock, the scoreboard read – in fa-  Trojans have been the most success- vor of the Cougars. It was only the ful team the program has ever seen. The Taylor women’s soccer team lost second defeat of the season for the – to Saint Francis in the Crossroads Trojans, dropping their season record “Sometimes soccer League Quarter nals at Turner Sta- to ––. dium on Saturday. “Actually, I thought the game went is just cruel.” Despite controlling possession for really well,” head coach Scott Stan “Our chemistry has de nitely been the majority of the  rst half and out- said. “We outshot them –; we con- the game-changer this year,” junior shooting the Cougars –, the Trojans trolled most of the game. Sometimes Megan Kammer said. “We have de - were unable to  nd the back of the soccer is just cruel.” nitely had really good friendships and net in the opening frame. Despite the loss, this season has relationships throughout the team, so The second half also appeared to been nothing short of spectacular to be able to be playing with your best be lopsided; the Turner Stadium turf for the Trojans, who have set multi- friends is a phenomenal th i n g .” seemed to be tilted toward the Saint ple program records and received var- The Trojans hope to continue their Francis goal. While the Trojans mus- ious honors this fall. season at the  National Tourna- tered  shots in the half, it was Saint From earning a national ranking for ment, but securing a spot in the tour- Photograph provided by Sports Information Department Francis that converted on a scoring the  rst time in program history and nament remains uncertain—the Senior Shelbi Lowe earned First-Team All-Crossroads League honors in .

“I honestly have no regrets leaving that game,” Hardy said. “I de nitely think it was one we could have won. Trojans’ season I think that the guys played well. I’m really proud of the g uy s .” The Trojans wrap up their – ends in heartbreak  season with the loss, having no expectation of being invited to the Men’s soccer eliminated scores a goal. Penalty kicks followed National Tournament. The team’s after loss in penalty kicks two scoreless overtime periods, in overall record this season was –– which Bethel outscored Taylor –. , including a – record in the Cross-

Justin Chapman Head coach Gary Ross could not roads League. Photograph by Fayth Glock Contributor believe what happened. After the [email protected] Junior Sam Hardy earned Second-Team All-Crossroads League honors in . game, he was stunned the team did A late season push gave the Taylor not get a victory. Ross commented he men’s soccer team the chance to play felt con dent in his team going into Athlete of the Week in the conference tournament against the matchup. Bethel on Saturday. The game moved “We walked into that game think- into overtime and eventually penalty ing we were going to win,” Ross said. kicks. Taylor could not hold on and “It wasn’t like, ‘oh maybe we get lucky, Tim Barrett ended up losing – to Bethel. we’re going to take the number one Taylor needed a win to keep its seed down.’ We thought the game was hopes alive of making the National ours. We thought we had the team to Year Senior Tournament. Late in the second half, do it. We thought we had the strate- the Trojans held a – lead. Bethel gy to do it .” then scored another goal six min- Junior Sam Hardy scored the  rst Hometown Muncie, Indiana utes before the end to force overtime. goal of the game in the th minute, Overtime is split up into two ten giving Taylor a – lead. Position Running back minute halves. However, the game Despite the outcome, Hardy was can end at any point if either team pleased with the team’s performance. “Go every time so others may Favorite quote everytime” – Divison III

Tim Barrett Funniest teammate Brandon George How many players on the Taylor football team Card #9  earned Academic All-District honors? Be the fi rst to collect the entire set and submit it to THE ECHO at A.  B.  C.  D.  the end of the year to win a complete set signed by theathletes! Favorite pump up song “Money Walk” by Lil Durk Check back next week for the answer! Last week’s answer: C. Photograph by Fayth Glock