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FEBRUARY 12, 2018 VOL. 49 ISSUE NO. 14

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THE FREE PRESS New Challenges 92 BEDFORD STREET, PORTLAND, MAINE 04101 (207) 780-4084 Julie Pike new. Every week you have the oppor- can live up to that. www.usmfreepress.org Editor-in-Chief tunity to challenge yourself. And now here I am, editor-in-chief This position is a turning point in of my college newspaper, just as Rory My first letter from the editor, a my career path to become a journal- was for the Yale Daily News. I may EDITORIAL piece of writing that symbolizes a big ist. I dream of one day working for a not have the eccentric mother-daugh- change in my role at The Free Press, national publication such as The New ter relationship that Rory and Lorelai EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Julie Pike as I take on the challenge of becoming York Times, The Washington Post, or share, but I’ve got that one thing in ARTS & CULTURE EDITOR Mary Ellen Aldrich editor-in-chief. even Time magazine. common with her. COMMUNITY EDITOR Dionne Smith For the past two years that I have When I was younger, I was an avid I have big dreams for The Free SPORTS EDITOR River Plouffe Vogel Press and I hope that during WEB EDITOR Andrew Volkers worked at The Free Press, I always had in the back of my my time as editor I can work to improve and continue the STAFF WRITERS Sarah Tewksbury, Maverick Lynes, Liz Trudel, mind that I might someday success of the paper. It’s not Jessica Pike, Sarah O’Connor, Sam Margolin, Kate Rogers, become editor. Although it Ben Theriault, Azalea Buch. Cooper-John Trapp, Samantha never occured to me that this going to be an easy task and Hallowell opportunity would come so it’s going to take lots of time soon. I’ve had a great men- and devotion, but I am pre- COPY EDITORS tor, Sarah, who has passed pared for that. Cara DeRose on all of her wisdom from For those of you who are her time as editor. I’ve also avid readers, you can follow EDITORIAL BOARD: got a great staff to work with, me on my journey as I work Julie Pike and Mary Ellen Aldrich who I know will all help ease to navigate the intricate pro- the pressure of this transition cess of producing a weekly BUSINESS MANAGER Lucille Siegler for me. college newspaper. You’ll I first started as a news see my highs and lows, and DESIGN AND PHOTOGRAPHY writer during my second se- I’m expecting there to be mester of my freshman year plenty of low moments. CHIEF DESIGN OFFICER Orkhan Nadirli here at USM. I will always I may have high expecta- remember my first assign- tions for this paper, but I’m DESIGNERS Dakota Tibbetts, Eliza Bachkovsky ment, to cover an event on not expecting myself to be the Gorham campus, where perfect. I know there will be DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY Lauren Kennedy moments when I will make STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS James Fagan, Katelyn Rice a group of “sexperts” were hosting a panel to have an mistakes, but there will also FACULTY uncensored discussion on be times when I can be proud sex related matters. The of the content of our paper. FACULTY ADVISOR Dennis Gilbert news editor at the time, who This position comes with has since moved on from a responsibility and commit- ADVERTISING The Free Press, informed me ment that is new to me. I ful- that going into what could ly expect the next year and a To advertise, contact our Advertising Manager at be considered an uncomfort- half left that I have at USM Director of Photography 207.780.4080 x3 and look at out advertising rates on our able situation is a great way to Lauren Kennedy / to be the most challenging of website. We reserve the right to reject advertising. We will not start my time at the newspa- my time here. But if I wasn’t accept discriminatory ads. per. Considering I’m still working at viewer of Gilmore Girls, a drama in a position where I am challenging The Free Press today, he must’ve been and comedy sitcom centered around myself, I wouldn’t be working to get right. the eccentric relationship between a any better. Since then I’ve had the opportu- mother and her daughter. For those of A wise television mother once said, nity to cover major issues affecting you who are familiar with the show, “you have so many years of screw Interested in working with us? students and staff at USM as well as you know that Rory Gilmore, the ups ahead of you,” and that woman is Visit our website at www.usmfreepress.org for a listing of our community. I’ve covered Trump’s daughter, shared a similar passion of Lorelai Gilmore. These are words of available positions or email editor@usmfreepress with a election, Molly Ringwald stopping mine, she wanted to be a journalist. In wisdom that I live by. copy of your resume and cover letter to apply directly. in Gorham to promote Hillary Clin- fact, it was Rory who inspired me to This is coming from a woman who ton, a Bernie Sanders rally, as well begin writing. said, “I need coffee in an IV,” which The Free Press is a weekly student–run newspaper paid as stories regarding the Student Sen- That was close to seven years ago, are also words of wisdom that I live for in part with the Student Activity Fee. One copy of The ate, protests against campus speakers in my first year of high school, when by. Free Press is available free of charge. Up to 10 additional and the strive for more gender neutral I thought to myself, “maybe someday copies are available for 25 cents each at the office of The bathrooms at USM. I can be like Rory Gilmore.” I was 14 Free Press, 92 Bedford St., Portland, Maine. That’s one of the things I love the years old then, and to this day that most about this job, every week it’s idea still stands with me. I may not Cover Photo: Lauren Kennedy / Director of Photography a new assignment. Every week you want to be exactly like Rory, but as far have the chance to learn something as her success in journalism, I hope I 4 FEBRUARY 12, 2018| THE FREE PRESS News A week full of crimes across the Portland campus Burglary, vandalism and assault all in a four day span Julie Pike No known address was given for Rezendes, time, to call campus security. After they had and urge anyone with information to contact Editor-in-Chief however his most recent Facebook posts sug- arrived the man was escorted from Woodbury, them at 207-780-5211. In light of these recent gest that he was staying at the YMCA in Port- only to return two times again that night, being events, Saindon also included a list of safety Over the past week a series of crimes have land, as he addressed the center directly. escorted away each time. tips for USM students to follow, suggesting been reported across the USM Portland cam- “Living in the YMCA is a constant bar- Early Tuesday morning the same man had that students are accompanied by a friend at pus, from Woodbury Campus Center to the returned and sprayed shaving cream in multi- night and to use the police escort service if Science Building. ple offices in Woodbury, including the CSGD, they feel unsafe. In the early hours of Wednesday, Feb. 7, “This incident is one of the Well and the Multicultural Center, as well USM students have been kept up to date of Raymondo Rezendes, 48, of Portland, broke three recent arrests for as took down more posters. these recents crimes with notices from both into the Woodbury Campus Center. At 4:30 in To add to the string of crimes committed in Chief Saindon and the Assistant Vice Presi- the morning, both USM police and the Port- Rezendes. Last year he was Woodbury, on the evening of Feb. 8, as assault dent for Student Affairs, David Roussel over land Police Department responded to the call arrested on Dec. 21 on For- occurred at the Science Building. USM Po- email. of a reported burglary. lice reported that an African-American male Robert Saindon, Interim Director of Pub- est Ave... A month earlier approached a female in a hallway on the first lic Safety and Chief of Police, stated that he was arrested on Nov. 25, floor of the building. He introduced himself to “Our intent is not to upset Rezendes was found inside Woodbury Cam- her as “James.” community members but pus Center. They found damage to one of the also on Forest Ave.” The man attempted to give her a hug twice, entrance doors to the building, as well as the while also asking for her number and to go on rather to provide timely inside doors to the bookstore. a date. The woman tried to avoid hugging him information regarding inci- Rezendes was promptly arrested on the rage of sounds and motions that control my by shaking his hand, but he forcibly hugged charge of Burglary, Criminal Mischief and thoughts and actions,” Rezendes stated in a her and pressed his pelvic area against her. dents on our campuses.” Criminal Threatening. He was taken to the Facebook status made on Dec. 6 of last year. She was able to push him away and was es- Cumberland County Jail in Portland. The Portland branch of YMCA is also located corted by a friend to the USM Public Safety Rezendes was a former USM student who on Forest Ave, where his arrests had taken office on the Portland campus. The victim did - David Roussel was going for a Bachelor of Science in Elec- place. not sustain any injuries. Assistant Vice President for Student trical Engineering. It is unknown whether This string of crimes on the Portland cam- Chief Saindon alerted the USM commu- Affairs Rezendes finished his degree. pus began two days before the break-in, an nity about this assault through an email titled This incident is one of three recent arrests incident had also occurred in the office for “timely warning.” for Rezendes. Last year he was arrested on the Center for Sexuality and Gender Diversity The suspect was described as an African- In his email about the break-in at Wood- Dec. 21 on Forest Ave by Officer Matthew (CSGD). Students in the CSGD reported that American male in his early 20s, approximate- bury, Roussel stated, “Our intent is not to up- Rider, on a charge of criminal mischief. A on the evening of Monday, Feb. 5, an older ly six feet tall and slender. He was wearing a set community members but rather to provide month earlier he was arrested on Nov. 25, also gentleman was taking down posters and flyers tan hoodie and a snapback hat, as well as dark timely information regarding incidents on our on Forest Ave by Officer Blake Cunningham, and harassing students. sweatpants. They reported that he spoke with campuses.” due to an outstanding warrant from another The disruption prompted Fatuma Awale, a a heavy accent. agency. student who was working in the CSGD at the USM Police are still looking for the suspect

Lauren Kennedy / Director of Photography Lauren Kennedy / Director of Photography Inside of the bookstore entrance doors, where Rezendes attempted to break in. The Science Building, the scene of the assault on Thursday night, Feb. 8. News THE FREE PRESS | FEBRUARY 12, 2018 5 Food insecurity problem seen across entire state USDA ranks Maine as #7 in the nation for food insecurity and urge anyone with information to contact ever happens to them,” Hoffman said, “which Maine’s workforce cannot support themselves percent of the college students it serves re- them at 207-780-5211. In light of these recent Sarah O’Connor events, Saindon also included a list of safety Staff Writer is easy to do since most people’s fates are in with their wage. According to the Good Shep- ported having to choose between food and tips for USM students to follow, suggesting some way connected to their actions, choices, herd Food Bank, 37 percent of Maine’s food educational expenses such as books, tuition or dispositions -- however similar these may insecure population does not qualify for public and housing.” that students are accompanied by a friend at Maine’s food insecurity situation has got- night and to use the police escort service if be to those of other people with completely assistance. Instead, they must rely on charity ten worse in the past three years. The number different fates.” supplied food. they feel unsafe. of food insecure Mainers has decreased from “The USDA defines food in- USM students have been kept up to date of 2014 to 2015, but Maine’s ranking nationwide security as not having access these recents crimes with notices from both has moved up to 7th in the nation, according to Chief Saindon and the Assistant Vice Presi- the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). to enough food to insure dent for Student Affairs, David Roussel over Maine ranks #7 in the nation and #1 in New adequate nutrition.. in Sept. email. England for food insecurity, according to the USDA. They estimate that 16.4 percent of 2016 42 million Americans households or more than 200,000 people are food insecure in a state of 1.33 million people. were food insecure.” Additionally, one in every five children are food insecure, making Maine #16 in the nation and #1 in New England for child food insecu- At colleges in Maine, such as USM and rity, according to Feeding America. University of Maine Orono, credit unions are The USDA defines food insecurity as not there to assist students. In the community, having access to enough food to ensure ad- the Good Shepherd Food Bank does a lot to equate nutrition. They reported in Sept. 2016 help people in need. For every dollar donated, that 42 million Americans are food insecure. they distribute four meals to hungry people in “The USDA defines food insecurity as lim- Maine. The bank relies on the help from over ited or uncertain access to adequate food -- a 200 food donors like supermarkets and whole- situation that will often result in hunger,” Mat- salers. They provide to more than 178,000 thew Hoffman said, a food studies minor at Mainers each year. In 2015, they distributed USM. “Hunger is a physical condition, food In his email about the break-in at Wood- 23 million pounds of food to local agencies insecurity is a social and economic condition. in all 16 counties in Maine, according to the bury, Roussel stated, “Our intent is not to up- A person on the street with no money who has set community members but rather to provide bank’s website. just found or been given a sandwich might not The Good Shepherd Food Bank has teamed timely information regarding incidents on our be hungry at the moment, but they are still campuses.” up with fellow local organization Preble Street to provide immediate relief through programs, research and advocacy. “Feeding America found “Their joint report, Hunger Pains, which that 49.3 percent of the came out last Feb., provides an excellent over- view of the scope and causes of food insecu- college students it serves rity in Maine,” Hoffman said. “Both of these reported having to choose organizations are collaborating with the Food Studies Program at USM to host a food policy between food and educa- forum on March 30, as well as gubernatorial tional expenses such as candidate debates in April.” The food policy forum is still in the plan- books, tuition and hous- ning stages, according to Hoffman. The forum will take place in Portland at Glickman’s Uni- ing” versity Events Room (UER) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. -Matthew Walsh Additionally, the Hunger Pains report can be found on the Great Shepherd Food Bank Portland Press Herald website. To help the food insecurity situation in Maine, people can donate money, food or ‘food insecure,’ since they don’t know where time to the Good Shepherd Food Bank, Preble their next meal is coming from.” Street and local soup kitchens, food pantries, gsfb.org/hunger The reasons for food insecurity are hard to neighborhood centers and homeless shelters. Graphic Designer pin down. Explanations for food insecurity Dakota Tibbetts / Freshman core classes volunteered at the Sal- don’t shed light on the truth of people’s ex- Even so, Hoffman attributed two of the Food insecurity does not just affect families, vation Army with Wayside Food in Portland, periences. They can stem from rates of food, most influential reasons for food insecurity children and elderly people, but peers at USM and served meals to food insecure individuals. divorce, crime and more, following certain to low wages and state-created barriers to and college students across the nation as well. Any students can volunteer here as well, as patterns that vary over time and place. participation in federally-funded assistance Matthew Walsh of the Portland Press Her- they serve two meals a deal, almost every day. “It is very common in the U.S. of course programs. Hoffman noted that one third of ald wrote, “Feeding America found that 49.3 to look for reasons to blame people for what- 6 FEBRUARY 12, 2018| THE FREE PRESS News New policy stirs up debate among faculty Board Policy 214 address UMS faculty guidelines for political activity

Julie Pike bers. At the time of this meeting, revisions had university. way that could confused with your position,” Editor-in-chief been made to Board Policy 214, after faculty “I frequently represent myself as someone Cummings stated. from different UMS campuses had given neg- against the university,” Feiner added. However, the feedback from the USM Fac- The UMS Board of Trustees (BoT) has been ative feedback. Wendy Chapkis, a professor of Women and ulty Senate only brought up concerns and crit- in the works on a new policy, “Institutional Thelen stated that Board Policy 214 had Gender Studies and Sociology, stated that the icism regarding the policy, despite the revised authority on political matters.” The proposal its foundation in Board Policy 212, which policy should be reworked to only address changes. was first introduced five months ago, but on address free speech, academic freedom and system presidents and the chancellor, not the A big concern among faculty is how this Friday, Feb. 2, the USM Faculty Senate had a civility. The free speech policy had been re- faculty members, to which several faculty policy will affect discussion in the classroom. chance to weigh in on their opinions. cently revised in March of last year, its first members applauded. “Faculty should have the freedom to explore This proposal, Board Policy 214, addresses revision since 1974. The only official statement before this pol- topics that may be sensitive, controversial, or the exact guidelines for UMS faculty to follow In the free inquiry and academic freedom icy, regarding political activity guidelines for political, all in the pursuit of understanding, if they plan on engaging in political activity. section of Board Policy 212, it states that, UMS faculty, was written in an administrative reaching a truth and developing critical think- This includes restrictions such as, no UMS “system faculty and staff have the right to practice letter. The statement, which was only ing skills,” said Daniel Panici, a professor of employee may engage in political activity on comment as employees on matters related to one sentence long, only included that faculty Communications and Media Studies. their work time or use university resources, their professional duties, and the functioning and they are also not allowed to use univer- of the University. System employees have a sity classes to endorse or oppose specific po- responsibility and an obligation to indicate “Faculty should have the freedom to ex- litical candidates. However, the policy states when expressing personal opinions that they that, “This provision will not be construed are not institutional representatives unless spe- plore topics that may be sensitive, con- to restrict legitimate exercises of academic cifically authorized as such.” freedom, pursued for legitimate curricular or These policy changes initially came up after troversial, or political, all in the pursuit pedagogical purposes.” President Trump’s election in 2016. Days after The policy also outlines what issues that the election the BoT met at the University of of understanding, reaching a truth and the UMS Chancellor and System University Maine in Machias, when a student representa- Presidents may publicly speak about, using a tive on the board spoke up about the need to developing critical thinking skills.” stoplight diagram. This states that university take a public stand about civility and political officials have the authority to speak about is- power. sues on behalf of their institution if that issue With the new policy, Thelen stated that it - Daniel Panici involves topics such as, academic administra- was intended to be viewed through the lens of Professor of Communication and Media Studies tion, curriculum, health and safety of students what the rights of free speech are. However, and employees and issues critical to the well- by not actively stating the free speech rights being of the institution. Those topics would be in the policy, they saw backlash from faculty. couldn’t use university funds for political pur- Panici also stated that he thinks the policy considered to be in the green category of the “By not directly calling out that we were poses. undermines students’ ability to critically think diagram. intentionally trying to address free speech in “What we’ve put here is what the law of the and engage in dialogue, and that this policy our first draft, we caused a lot of consterna- land is and the BoT wants to represent that,” would only disrupt discussion. tion, and frankly we deserved it,” Thelen said. Thelen stated. “Almost every issue we deal with in me- “You’re trying to “Faculty members still have all of the rights In response to this, a faculty member in at- dia and communications is political,” Panici that exist in policy 212.” The revised version tendance questioned that if the faculty were said. “It’s going to be messy to have to have a craft language of the policy includes a paragraph that states already governed by federal law, then why talk with students every time about where my that the policy is intended to be read, inter- wouldn’t that statement be sufficient. opinions are coming from.” that represents us preted and administered in conjunction with It was also brought up during the meeting Cummings touched on this concern for in something we Board Policy 212. that one of the current BoT members is run- faculty, “if a professor reveals their political During the meeting with the Faculty Sen- ning for governor in the upcoming election. predisposition… they are not in danger as don’t do.” ate, Thelen mentioned that the policy was Shawn Moody, the owner of Moody’s Col- long as they are not trying to specifically use following IRS guidelines about a tax exempt lision Centers and a Gorham resident, has a platform to then influence students in that institution and what political activities they served on the BoT since 2014. He is running direction.” However, Cummings added that - Susan Feiner can engage in. He also stated that the BoT as a Republican candidate for governor in they would have to clearly state, ‘this is what President of AFUM got feedback from faculty that work on public Nov. However, his appointment on the BoT is I believe,’ when discussing political matters. policy matters, as well as other lawyers. set to expire in May of this year. Despite his concerns, Panici stated that he When it came time for faculty to share their Thelen stated that the BoT has reviewed believes this policy is more aimed at univer- In the yellow category it lists topics that are input, Susan Feiner, President of the Associ- that there is no conflict, and that UMS is not sity presidents and chancellors, because they indirectly related to the university, that should ated Faculties of the Universities of Maine officially endorsing him. are the ones that are engaged in both the edu- be reviewed before discussed, such as climate (AFUM), spoke up about her concerns. The BoT had met the previous Monday cational and political arena, an argument that change and labor standards. Then the red zone “This is a policy that is overreached,” Fein- to discuss the revisions to Board Policy 214. multiple faculty brought up during the meet- lists issues that are not related to the institu- er said. “You are trying to craft language that USM President Glenn Cummings stated that ing. tion, ones that should be strayed away from represents us in something we don’t do.” Fein- the feedback that they had gotten from those To end the Faculty Senate discussion, which in discussion, such as abortion policy or tax er stated that free speech becomes a contract changes was very positive. had to be cut short due to time constraints, reform. issue once a policy is explicit on the prohibi- “They did a better job of protecting and Thelen stated that the BoT will consider At the Faculty Senate meeting, James Thel- tion to represent the university. drawing a clear bright line between your abso- whether or not there is a way to remove fac- en, the Chief of Staff and General Council to The question arose of what faculty’s rights lute rights as a citizen to weigh in on whatever ulty from the proposal. the UMS system, was in attendance to address are in regard to speaking publicly about the you want, as long as you’re not acting in some comments and concerns from faculty mem- News THE FREE PRESS | FEBRUARY 12, 2018 7 Generational differences in student reporting The changes made to The Free Press in the last 100 years

Sam Margolin his time with the paper fondly but recalls some The Free Press to students is the ability to fail tor for the paper. Siegler, who joined the pa- Staff Writer of the differences between generations. or succeed as much or as little as you want to. per in 2004, says the paper provided her with Daimon was a fan of rock writing such as The amount of effort put in is directly related respite from other jobs such as working for “In the English language, it all comes down Rolling Stone and Crawdaddy, that were pop- to the amount of satisfaction the audience gets crematoriums and cemeteries. She remembers to this: Twenty-six letters, when combined ular in the ‘60s and wanted to focus his writ- out. the days when the merger between campuses correctly, can create magic. Twenty -six letters ing around music as well. The Free Press was “Everything I learned there still helps: how was still fresh and new. A slogan was chant- form the foundation of a free, informed soci- much more willing to publish quirky, offbeat to work as a team, ethics, precision, news ed at sporting events and student gatherings ety.”- John Grogan writing. judgement,” said Bennett. “It was wonderful. that represents the blossoming partnership USM’s student newspaper, The Free Press, “The Stein was willing to publish just about We were free to triumph or fail on our own.” between Gorham and Portland campuses. A has been a definitive source for news and com- anything, so that worked out to our mutual Some of the current staff and faculty in- combination of the towns themselves that now mentary throughout the history of the school satisfaction. For the readers, maybe not so clude Dennis Gilbert of the Communications hosts the University of Southern Maine: Go! and beyond. USM itself has only been in exis- much,” said Daimon. and Media Studies Department, and Lucille Po! Go! tence for about 40 years or so. To trace the lin- The changes that have been implemented Siegler, the business manager and administra- eage of The Free Press, one must look farther since Daimon’s time have helped the paper back than that. become more credible and professional, but USM’s story begins with the Gorham Acad- to some this strategy made the writing process emy which opened in 1803 as a prep school less entertaining. for boys. This was the first established second- “The Free Press was an attempt to profes- ary education institution still connected to the sionalize what had been an extremely amateur University of Maine system. The first noted effort. To that end, the powers-that-be made periodical from the school system is an edition a concerted effort to eliminate all the fun,” of The Oracle, released on January 26, 1931 Daimon said. provided by USM’s Archives, Special Collec- In the ‘80s the paper was still representa- tions. The issue describes the early stages of tive of a more laid back approach to writing USM’s formation by highlighting the begin- than that of its current image. Jim McCar- nings of the merger between the Gorham Nor- thy, a USM graduate from 1982 with a de- mal School and University of Maine Portland. gree in English is the current digital editor at The main headline reads, “Gorham Normal Mainebiz. He was a writer for the Free Press School Attends Teachers Convention in Port- from 1979 to 1982. McCarthy joined the Free land.” Press in order to rejoin the college life after he dropped out of Cleveland State University six years prior. “I was 25 and had a vague notion that some- “Everything I learned there how writing and/or photography would be my still helps: how to work as ticket to doing what I loved and also make a living,” said McCarthy. a team, ethics, precision, The paper was more of a unsupervised stu- news judgement, it was dent organization than it is today. The extreme media scrutiny that our modern digital age wonderful.” provides, makes writing without regard hard -Troy Bennett to do. Bangor Daily News “The best part of working at The Free Press, then and I imagine now, was the fun of being part of a rag-tag team putting out something, From the 1930s to present day the newspa- week in and week out, with very little guid- per has undergone many changes both on the ance or supervision from faculty or profes- surface and behind the scenes. The name of sional journalists,” said McCarthy. the newspaper itself has changed from “The By the ‘90s the paper had progressed to the Oracle” in the 1930’s to such names as “The quality of work it has today. Troy R. Bennett, Stein” from 1967-1968, “The Viking” from a USM graduate and multimedia producer for 1969-1970, and “The Observer”, with varia- the Bangor Daily News, says that he would tions of them all leading up to 1972, when the not be where he is today without the help of name the “University Free Press” was first in- The Free Press. troduced. “I went to college to become an English Since 1972, the name of the paper has stayed teacher. But I ended up working at The Free relatively the same, but the characteristics of Press and falling in love with newspapers. the stories and the overall tone and mood of Since there was no journalism program, I got the paper has shifted over the generations. all the experience and professional contacts Al Daimon was a ‘72 USM graduate and po- that I needed through The Free Press,” said litical columnist who wrote under the pseud- Bennett. onym “Baggy Tweeds.” Daimon remembers One of the largest benefits of working for Orkhan Nadirli / Chief Design Officer 8 FEBRUARY 12, 2018| THE FREE PRESS News

History of mandatory student activity fees Police Beat Selections from the Why universities collect fees and where they go USM Department of

Sarah Tewksbury Public Safety police log Staff Writer Jan. 19 to Jan. 28 $110. That is how much a full-time USM student pays each year to support 01/19/2018 the student activity fee. Over a century ago, students at uni- Legal in Maine, illegal in the dorms versities and colleges across the U.S. self imposed student activity fees in or- Drug Violation. Reported at 10:03 p.m. Phillippi der to fund extracurricular activities and additional services. In the beginning, Hall. Closed. the additional services included having electricity and hot water in dormitory buildings. At the origination of the con- 01/20/2018 cept of these fees, they were collected and distributed by students. The first time that mass controversy What do you mean this isn’t my room? arose about student activity fees was Lauren Kennedy / Director of Photography during the 1960s when the argument Criminal Trespass. Reported at 6:41 p.m. was made that political action and ad- A collection of Supreme Court Reporter volumes on display in the Law Building Trespass order given. Closed. vocacy groups could be given prefer- ence based on their ideological affilia- ties are not held by the same rules and tribute their student activity fees through tion. On one hand, students argued that have more authority on how manda- student run governance. Student gov- this increased the quality of student life 01/26/2018 tory fees are collected and distributed. ernment associations and student led because campus groups were able to in- In turn, students have less autonomy on boards often respond to requests and crease their presence and action items governing their own fees at private in- determine the dispersion of the fees. Toke it up with campus security with monetary backing. On the other stitutions. Most do not set the percentage of the fee hand, it was argued that students fun- In the case of Board of Regents of charged to students and that is left to the neling money into the activity fee pool Drug Violation, Reported at 1:27 a.m. Occurred the University of Wisconsin System v. discretion of the student activities office. were essentially supporting causes they same, Woodward Hall, Referred to Campus Southworth, the Supreme Court found At the University of North Carolina did not believe in. Security, Closed. that students using referendum voting Greensboro (UNCG) a commission of Once the lid was removed on funding to decide how public universities dis- students and faculty members converse being split among all groups on cam- tribute funding to campus groups to be each fall to discuss and recommend fees puses and the controversial effects that unconstitutional. According to the con- to the university Chancellor. After ample 01/28/2018 funding all politically motivated clubs clusion delivered by Justice Anthony opportunity for public input on the fees, had on students, it has been difficult to M. Kennedy in March 2000, the “First the Chancellor then turns to the UNCG contain the issue. Numerous legal ac- Shhhh! My lab rats are sleeping! Amendment permits a public university Board of Trustees and UNC Board of tions were filed following the politici- to charge its students an activity fee used Governors to determine exactly what zation of student activity fee funds. In to fund a program to facilitate extracur- will be charged to the students. Disruptive person. Science Building, Portland 1985 students at Rutgers University ricular student speech if the program is Having students govern the student Campus. Closed. sued the university for the right not to viewpoint neutral.” However, the con- activity fee is common for public uni- pay student activity fees that would clusion also included that public univer- versities. By having the system set up in fund groups they did not believe in. The sities may not favor certain groups over this way, students are given full autono- courts ruled in favor of the students. Fol- others based on their viewpoints. my to self distribute the funds to campus lowing the major Galda v. Rutgers suit, The management of student activity groups and projects, thus entrusting that Police Beats are edited for grammar and style. the University of California at Berkeley fees across throughout the U.S. varies, a fee collected for the students is truly (UCB) was sued by students, who made depending on the type of institution. going towards student based projects. the same arguments as the students at Private universities have become ac- Arguments have been made that Rutgers, eight years prior. The California customed to having official administra- should a student body lose control of Supreme Court ruled in favor of UCB tion offices for the university govern their student activity fee funds, the continuing to impose mandatory student student activity funds. Applications administration at the university level activity fees but also found that it was an for funds processes are often filtered would have the power to limit the acces- infringement on students’ rights to allow through campus activity offices and sibility for groups to obtain funds based their money to go to groups they ideo- student affairs departments. At private on ideology. A major concern is gener- logically disagreed with. institutions, administrative governance ated from student run media organiza- Through the courts rulings, the prec- of student activity fees leaves more tions. Should a college newspaper report edent has been set that viewpoint neu- autonomy for the university to redirect unfavorably, yet truthfully, on university trality will influence student activity fee funds to support projects that benefit the administration, an institution controlling dissemination. However, this principle administration’s goals and plans, rather funding could re-assign monies to other only applies to public universities and than support student groups and the best groups. colleges because they are government interests of students. entities. Private colleges and universi- A majority of public universities dis- 9 FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | THE FREE PRESS SOJA / 10 Arts&Culture Movie Talk / 12 Vintage-style cafe offers quiet study space Portland Pottery Cafe, handmade mugs to handmade cookies wood and pottery add a very nice mixture elaborated further on the “effect of posi- The atmosphere is very well presented Noor Ibrahim Contributer that creates a therapeutic experience. Cus- tive words”. The article stated, “‘blueprint and the passion is evident, from the art- tomers will find a piece worth studying no of our reality’ and our emotional energy work to the good service. It has the perfect The Portland Pottery Cafe is a local cafe matter where they look. The place vibrates and vibrations can change the physical atmosphere for relaxing; it is especially so and pottery shop located on one of the with liveliness. structure of water.” Dr. Emoto conducted for students to be surrounded by such aura busiest avenues in Portland. An inspection The coffee accommodations station is this research by comparing the effect of to be inspired. Of all the good this place of the exterior will draw guests into what self-serve. Handmade mugs for use are negative and positive words, music, and provides, there is still one element that almost feels like an earth-vintage era. Once available at the station. The guest may then pictures on different kinds of water and could be improved. they walkthrough the red door, they will fill the cups and head to a large table sur- observed the effects. The results demon- The only thing that could be improved find a spectacular amount of balance be- rounded by shelves and more displays. strated that positive words had structured is the music. There is no sense of harmony tween nature and craft. The walls are coat- After the coffee cools down, the con- the water molecules in beautiful fashion, between the theme of the cafe and the mu- ed with displays of pottery, taking many sumer can savor it and scrutinize the flavor. while negative words had the opposite ef- sic. Such vintage-earthy-styled cafe needs forms, from functional pieces to decorative This regular coffee was quite unusual to fect. Going back to pottery production, classical music to complete the mood. works of art. experience because of the levels of flavor. making art has been linked to a therapeutic Once the guest walks in, they will feel as Despite the crowded tables, there is still The first flavor is the bitterness of coffee, experience which improves the state being though the entered into a whole new world. a sense of arrangement in the space. The then it falls back slowly. On top of that, of the maker tremendously. Therefore, the With the right sound, the experience would main, small tables are stationed in front, the medium in which the coffee was served good energy will be passed on to the prod- be perfected and complete. while there is one large table for five in the had an important role in the taste. In parts uct that is made, and finally impacting the It is certainly recommend visiting the back. They are arranged by color and style. of the middle eastern culture, handmade user tremendously. cafe, not for entertainment purposes only, Some are traditional wooden tables and tableware has great health benefits. Many Analyzing Portland Pottery’s menu, their but supporting a local business. The atmo- some are more vintage retro style. The one of today’s tableware is made by machine or cookies were eye catching due to their sphere is refreshing, and the works of art table that stood out is white and black with with processed elements. However, while massive size, similar to that of a mid-sized are breathtaking that the customer will feel a touch of turquoise. crafters create some tableware by hand, the plate. The flavor of the chocolate chip almost detached from the hustle of every- When visiting at the right time, custom- energy of the creator is said to bind to the cookie is delectable. It has a hint of fruiti- day life. ers may be lucky to choose a seat by the object. ness and a lot of crunch due to the high large windows that overlook Washington Masaru Emoto, a Japanese scientist, amount of sugar. Although it’s crunchy, it avenue. The use of lighting is brilliant in conducted research studying the effect of had the right amount of chewiness, an ex- such a way that the natural light washes positive words on the structure of water. cellent amount of balance, and no aftertaste the forefront, and the artificial light em- The Huffington post published an article of baking powder as is often found with braces the background. Not only that, but explaining details about the research and some baked goods.

Noor Ibrahim / Contributor Dionne Smith / Community Editor Portland Pottery Cafe boasts many hand-made pottery pieces, which are kept on display The cafe is tucked within the edge of Washington avenue, providing some comfortable within the cafe for the enjoyment of customers. The pottery adds to the place’s vintage seating near the large windows making it perfect for a quiet day of people-watching. earthy atmosphere. 10 FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | THE FREE PRESS Arts & Culture SOJA gets back to roots with new album Language workshops taught by students first grade and much of the other members was prevalent throughout the production ness of borders and the danger they pose to Ben Theriault Staff Writer became acquainted through middle and of the album. They frequently referenced humanity. Hemphills says that the goal of high school. Ever since, they have been their 2009 album, Born in Babylon, as an the band is to “speak for people that don’t The South is not the first place one would touring the world as SOJA. On their cur- inspiration for the sound of the album. have microphones” and that he hopes his expect to find an alternative reggae band, rent tour, in light of their new album Poetry “We’re going back to our roots and what music will stand up for the entire human let alone a successful one with a multi- in Motion, they will be playing in Portland we do best,” Hemphill stated. “We’re re- race. million fan base. The band Soldiers of Jah at the State Theater on Friday, March 2. membering why we started this band and As a counterpart to SOJA this March, the Army (SOJA) formed in Arlington, VA in SOJA’s new 11-track passion project is the magic of what we’ve built. We were acts Nahko & Medicine for the People and 1997. Members include, Jacob Hemphill a tribute to where the band began. While lucky enough to create our own family and the Late Ones will be opening at the State on lead vocals and guitar, Bobby Lee Jef- many of their reggae-fusion albums experi- we picked every brother by hand. This al- Theater. Nahko and his five piece band are ferson on bass and backing vocals, Patrick ment with genres such as punk, latin-rock, bum feels like we’ve had an amazing fam- touring for their debut feature this year, My O’Shea on keyboard, Ryan “Bird” Berty on ska, and hip-hop, this one is a bit more ily reunion. It’s a blueprint for our future.” Name is Bear. drums, Ken Brownell on percussion, Hell- stripped down; it is less instrumentally and Like much of their other work, Poetry in Nahko is an artist from Portland, OR, man Escorcia on saxophone, Rafael Ro- vocally experimental and more lyric ori- Motion seeks to provoke thought and in- who is of Apache descent. He uses pop folk driguez on trumpet and Trevor Young on ented. It seeks to emulate its roots and is quiry within its listeners. Hemphill does as a vessel to express his quest towards self guitar and backing vocals. mostly pure reggae. this by asking himself, ‘how can I make identity and spirituality. Activism is an in- Hemphill and Jefferson met as early as The theme of respecting one’s origins the human condition into a song?’ He states tegral part of his identity and he deeply as- that he has many questions to speculate on sociates it with his music. He advocates for throughout the album, yet wishes to give causes such as InterTribal Youth, Amazon no answers; that is for the listener to pur- Watch, and Honor the Earth through his ac- sue for themselves. tivism and art. Much of the album pertains to spiritual- Opening for both acts is The Late Ones, ity, such as one’s place in the universe, the a brother duo from Laie, HI. Tui and Tau idea of a master plan, consequences of be- Avei are reggae artists that pull influ- trayal to God, seeking truth and the danger ences from genres such as jazz, hip-hop, of exclusivity. Many of these large ideas and R&B. They are heavily influenced by are anchored by the bands devotion to their Samoan culture, which is reflected within faith in love and respect. their lyrics and videos. Through their EP, When not grappling with religious phi- Revelatem, the band advocates a message losophy, they attempt to comment on of communalism and peace. contemporary politics. In their song “Bad Tickets for the three acts can be pur- News,” they sing, “I’m guessing tolerance chased at Port City Music Hall for $28 in has got the better chance of removing much advanced and $30 on the day of. Doors for of the damage before it shows up; We elect the show at the State Theater open at 6:30 our future to be the bad luck; Bad news and the show will start at 7:30, March 2. gets given we throw our hands up; And this country is two pieces and it’s evident; The lowest common denominator is President.” Photo courtesy of SOJA The song also comments on the arbitrari- Security measures of local music venues glimpse of a band’s tech setup on a dimly Samantha Hallowell Contributor lit stage. The strangers around them be- come friends as they wait for the artist of Over the past few years, the world has the night to emerge from side stage. They witnessed several unspeakable tragedies, swap Twitter handles and brief backsto- targeting concertgoers and musicians alike. ries, and maybe take a few excited selfies In Nov. of 2015, 89 people were killed at for our Snapchat stories. When their band an Eagles of Death Metal concert at The emerges, the room is electrified. A wave of Bataclan in Paris, France. In 2016, former pure delight and exhilaration crashes over contestant of The Voice and YouTube per- them and they’re ready to listen, to enjoy, sonality, Christina Grimmie was gunned to sing at the top of our lungs and dance down while signing autographs after her with reckless abandon. show in Orlando, FL. In 2017, we mourned Something that most people don’t ac- the loss of those killed in the attacks at the tively think about while this pre-show Route 91 Harvest Music Festival in Las Ve- ritual occurs, is personal safety. Most well- gas, NV, and at an Ariana Grande show at prepared concertgoers make sure that their the Manchester Arena in the UK. purses are close to them and out of sight, For many, live music is often a form of and that the cap on their water bottles are escapism. They shed the stresses and trivial experiences of the day when they catch a See VENUES on page 11 Katelyn Rice / Staff Photographer Arts & Culture THE FREE PRESS | FEBRUARY 12, 2018 11 Language workshops taught by students Peers organize to help prepare each other for study abroad even more than she intended. “We had four Kate Rogers Staff Writer Japanese students last semester. I suggested it, and then they also expanded it to Chinese,” The University of Southern Maine has di- Phillips said. rect exchange programs with universities in 10 Last semester, fall 2017, Students without countries. This means that study abroad stu- Borders hosted workshops in Japanese, Ko- dents can go to those schools on Maine tuition rean and Chinese. There were several success and even keep their USM scholarships. It’s an stories in just that short amount of time. An amazing opportunity. Three of the available American student who was interested in Japa- countries are The Netherlands, Japan and Ko- nese took the workshop and is now going to rea. However, USM does not offer classes for Japan. Several Korean students took the Ko- any of the languages spoken in these countries. rean workshop and art now going to Korea. Kaoru Phillips, the Assistant Director of The workshops are a really good place to International Programs, was concerned about start, and then being able to actually go to the the lack of Japanese classes. When USM first country and continue to learn is an amazing established the relationship with the Kanda learning opportunity. Phillips told a story of Gaigo University in Chiba, Japan, they did of- a student whose Japanese was very beginner fer classes. But as soon as the agreement was before he studied abroad. “He went to Japan made, in an unfortunate coincidence, USM for four months, when he came back he was discontinued the classes. “It was really tough fluent. I was so surprised.” This student now for us to recruit students to go to Japan,” Phil- wants to go back to Japan, and has been ap- Lauren Kennedy / Director of Photography lips said. plying for programs to teach English as a sec- Phillips originally had the idea to do some ond language to students in Japan. He wants to The Woodbury Campus Center displays flags of several countries in support and pride of kind of Japanese workshop herself, as her first improve his teaching skills so that he can get the international diversity on campus within student, faculty and staff populations. language is Japanese. However, a new idea a job there. Learning a language and studying soon took its place for students to lead instead. abroad can be truly life changing. There is a 1$ fee that goes toward advertising. learning experiences, the workshops are just a Phillips is an advisor for Students Without This semester Students Without Borders are Mimi Maekawa is one of the students teach- really good way to make friends with similar Borders, a multicultural organization at USM. hosting Japanese again, along with Dutch and ing Japanese. She really wants more people to interests, Maekawa said. SWB is for students who are part of or just Arabic. All the workshops take place in the come to workshops, and is happy that students The deadline to register for study abroad is interested in the multicultural community. Glickamn library. In study room 8 on the third want to know about Japan’s language and March 16th, so it’s not too late to get involved They do club bonding activities, fundraising floor, Japanese is in Wednesday’s from 4-5 culture. The workshops are a learning experi- this semester. There are about 15 different and bigger events like a multicultural talent p.m., and Dutch is Tuesday’s from 1:30-2:30 ence for both the students learning and those study abroad opportunities offered right now, showcase and a fashion show, according to p.m. In room 9 on the 5th floor, Arabic is Mon- teaching. “I think it’s important for me to teach and with these student workshops on top of club member Michelle Ouch. She presented day’s from 3-4 p.m. Each session is a little dif- Japanese in English because this experience the language classes already offered at USM, the idea to the students in the club, and got ferent and independent so interested students could be good for not only my English but it’s easier than ever to learn about the places can join at any time, according to Phillips. also Japanese,” Maekawa said. Beyond all the you want to visit.

From VENUES on page 10 are eager to listen. “I think music brings people together… through hardship. Music is a powerful screwed on tight, but they’re not con- When asked if he and his team have in- people use music as an outlet to spread love force that binds them together, and that sciously scanning the crowded room for creased security since the events around and to share comradery and feel closer. So, connection is what keeps people going potential threats. They know that the secu- the world, he said that it’s their job to be I think people have used this to band to- back to the box office. rity guards are doing this for them, so they alert and on the lookout for threats in the gether and support each other,” said Bell. can relax a little more. venue, especially because there is alcohol No matter what unspeakable events In the wake of the unspeakable tragedies being served. They also staff more security happen, people will support one another around the world, people are frightened of on busier nights. an activity that combines music and com- “I’d love to think we have a track record munity. While Portland, Maine might not of doing things well already… already our be as high-profile as Paris or Las Vegas, job, number one, is public safety,” Bell it’s not immune to such disastrous circum- said. stances. Nevertheless, fans still attend con- According to Bell, he hasn’t noticed a certs. They still let their guards down and decline in event attendance or ticket sales. enjoy shows, without worrying about the “I think people realize that they need potential of an impending attack. Venue to keep on living,” he stated, “and I think staff know that safety isn’t on everybody’s that’s the only thing we really can do.” mind, so they have to be a watchful eye to It’s unhealthy to live lives in constant keep threats at bay. fear or worry that something bad might Ken Bell, owner of the Portland House happen. When it comes to a live music ex- of Music and Events located at 25 Temple perience, music lovers have their ability to St. in Portland, opened his doors in late let their hair down and enjoy the energy May of 2015. This small venue provides of a show, because venue owners like Bell a place for Maine musicians to share their and their teams are looking out for concert music and connect with a community who goers. 12 FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | THE FREE PRESS Arts & Culture A&C Listings

Empowerment through Moana Monday, February 12 James Fagan Staff Photographer Chocolats Passion and Friends Pop-Up Fork Food Lab One of Disney’s most anticipated movies of 2016, Moana, has stunning visuals, lighthearted, enjoyable songs and a cast 72 Parris Street of voice actors who make their characters truly come to life. Starts: 5:00 p.m. / Ends: 8:00 p.m. Moana is a powerful story about independence, self growth and empowerment. The movie stars voices such as Auli’i Tuesday, February 13 Cravalho, who voices Moana, the daughter of the chief of the people of the island Motunui. As well as Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, who voices Maui, a trickster hero Demigod who has Spanish Conversation Table both helped and hurt humankind since long before the events USM Portland Campus of the movie take place. Science Building 305 Moana spends her childhood and teenage years on Motunui learning her people’s culture and customs from her grand- Starts: 3:15 p.m. / Ends: 4:15 p.m. mother, her parents and her people. Ever since she was a baby, Moana has spent half her time learning how to be the future Wednesday, February 14 chief and the other half of her time thinking about going out and sailing on the ocean. Eventually Moana learns that there is a plague affecting the The Poets and the Assassin coconuts on the island. She found that the coconuts on the is- USM Portland Campus land are being affected because the Demigod Maui has taken Talbot Lecture Hall “The heart of Te Fiti,” a stone with the power to grant the user Starts: 7:00 p.m. power to create life. Moana then decides to go to find Maui so that he can return the heart of Te Fiti. When Moana confronts her father with the idea to leave the island in order to return Thursday, February 15 the heart of Te Fiti he turns her down, saying that the waters past the reef surrounding the islands are too dangerous. When Barbara Peacock: Selections from American Moana’s grandmother passes away, it gives Moana the final in- centive to leave the island, even without her father’s blessing. Photo courtesy of Walt Disney Animation Studios Bedroom and HomeTown Though her sailing skills were not highly developed, Moana learning to sail, she learns how to at this point and it makes her USM Portland Campus sailed to the island that Maui was trapped on. When she gets feel free. Glickman Library 5th floor to the island Maui starts to tell Moana some of the stories of As they approach the island, Moana and Maui are confront- Starts: 6:00 p.m. / Ends: 8:00 p.m. how he brought the islands up from out of the ocean and how ed by a lava monster named Te-Ka, after which Maui flees, he created the coconuts for humans to be able to eat and use to doubting his abilities. Moana, also doubting herself, decides further their civilizations. Maui uses this time distracting Mo- to sail back home to Motunui, but is met by the spirit of her Friday, February 16 ana as a way to keep her attention so she doesn’t notice that he grandmother, who encourages her to follow her own path, whether that be to go home, or to return the heart of Te Fiti is trying to steal her boat to escape the island. Despite Maui’s Troubadours Sing-Along efforts Moana catches up to him and sails away with him to herself. As she approaches the island where the heart of Te retrieve Maui’s magic hook. Fiti needs to go, Te-Ka attacks her again, but she sails away USM Lewiston-Auburn Campus Moana and Maui proceed to Lolotai, the proverbial under- to avoid the monster as she gets closer. Maui then shows up to Room 170 world and realm of monsters in the movie, in order to retrieve help Moana return the heart of Te Fiti. As this fight continues, Starts: 1:30 p.m. / Ends: 2:30 p.m. Maui’s magic hook from Tamatoa, a giant, greedy crab who Moana realizes that Te-Ka was Te Fiti all along, and returns the hoards treasure. In order to retrieve the magic hook, Maui heart of Te Fiti to her. sends Moana into Tamatoa’s chamber as a distraction so Maui Moana is an inspiring movie with beautiful visuals and a Saturday, February 17 can sneak in and grab his hook off of Tomatoa’s back. Howev- kid friendly story with good morals. Moana teaches kids and er, when Maui tries to get the hook Tomatoa notices him, and older viewers alike that they should follow their passions, and The Roomate by Jen Silverman attacks him and Moana. Right as Tomatoa is about to defeat help people to the best of their ability even if others think it Maui, Moana tricks Tomatoa with a stone which she has made is improbable that they will succeed. Moana shows viewers Portland Stage to look like the heart of Te Fiti. Tomatoa springs at the stone the value of independence even more than other recent Disney 25a Forest Avenue trying to add it to his collection, but Maui grabs his hook and movies do because Moana and Maui’s relationship is com- Starts: 7:00 p.m. / Ends: 9:00 p.m. escapes with Moana as Tomatoa is distracted. pletely platonic, in most Disney movies the two main protago- After Moana gets the magic hook back, she and Maui sail to nists fall in love, but that doesn’t happen in Moana, the two the island where the heart of Te Fiti needs to be returned. On main characters have a good friendship and that sets this apart the way to this island Maui teaches Moana how to sail. This from many recent Disney movies. Moana is a good movie for is important to Moana because she has spent her whole life viewers of all ages, and is a great example of modern day Dis- Want to submit an event? wanting to learn how to sail as it gives her a sense of freedom ney movies. and exploration, though her father has tried to keep her from [email protected] 13 FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | THE FREE PRESS Lessons in Photography / 14 Working on Wellness / 15 Perspectives Puzzles / 16

Staff Perspective A Canadian’s perspective of the Super Bowl as the CFL (Canadian Football League). Maverick Lynes Usually, this is shocking news for most stu- Staff Writer dents that I tell, but trust me I am not lying. My hometown team is called the Edmonton Feb. 4, 2018, New England was devas- Eskimos; people usually get a laugh out of tated by the result of the Super Bowl. The that name. There are nine teams in the CFL New England Patriots fell (Score) to the and they all compete for the Grey Cup. The Philadelphia Eagles. A majority of the New Grey Cup is Canada’s super bowl without England area were fixated on their televi- the funny commercials. sion as the Patriots and the Eagles battled According to an article from Sportsnet, for football supremacy. there has been a total of 57 Canadians New England was heartbroken by the drafted into the NFL since the Super Bowl loss to the Eagles. While I sympathize with era of 1966. With the draft being seven all of the Patriot’s fans around the area, as a rounds and all 32 teams getting a pick in Canadian I couldn’t help but not care about each of those seven rounds, there are 224 the outcome. players selected every year. For 51 years I am sure a lot of students were brought there have only been 57 Canadians chosen, up as Patriots fan and Super Bowl Sunday I believe that speaks volumes to how prev- has become a holiday for them. While I alent football is in Canada opposed to the watched the game with people who reside United States. in the area, I couldn’t help but feel guilty Even though Canada has its football for not sharing the same passion as them. league, I would still confidently say that Maverick Lynes / Staf Writer However, I could relate to how they felt, Canadians care more about the Ssuper The USM men’s hockey players watching sports together on a recent trip to Boston. I know that if the Edmonton Oilers were Bbowl than the Ggrey Ccup. However, we playing in the Stanley Cup Finals, I would do not get to see all the high-quality com- say that most Canadian Grey Cup parties, how he didn’t care about the outcome but be at the edge of my seat all night. The Ed- mercials America receives because we do not measure up to most American Super enjoys the experience of watching the Ssu- monton Oilers are the professional Nation- watch it from a Canadian broadcast. I was Bowl parties. per Bbowl in New England. Kyte also add- al Hockey League team from my home- delighted with the commercials this year. I asked some of my Canadian counter- ed a comment that some Patriots fans may town. The Stanley Cup is the equivalent Canadians still throw Ssuper Bbowl par- parts on how they feel towards the Super not take kindly to, he said, “after the Patri- to the Super Bowl in the National Hockey ties and there are still die-hard fans of the Bowl. John Kyte a sophomore here at USM ots lost on Sunday, then it was a gloomy league, for those of you who did not know. NFL. We also have Grey Cup parties and said, “I thought it was funny watching it day on Monday, I couldn’t help but laugh.” With that being said, Canada does have people who were raised to be fans of cer- with committed patriots fans.” He stated a professional football league. It is known tain CFL teams. I would go out on a limb to

Editorial The cut-off between a service animal and a pet The validity of service animals accompanying passengers on flights

Editorial Board and Spirit Airlines have been cracking down often people will attempt to pass off a pet as of practicality necessary when choosing them. Free Press Staff on ESA and Service Animal laws more fre- a Service or Emotional Support Animal. Pets Smaller birds, such as cockatiels or chickens, quently due to an approximate 84 percent in- who are not properly trained as ESAs or Ser- would be acceptable as long as they are con- crease in incidents involving animals. People vice Animals may cause disruptions and cause tained and under control. However peacocks, Peacocks, hamsters, turkeys, snakes and have been trying to pass off their exoctic pets, harm or damage. There was an incident over sometimes weighing as much as 15 pounds sugar gliders. These animals all have some- even tarantulas, as ESAs in order to get them the summer in which a dog, that the owner and being about 10 feet in length, aren’t ex- thing in common, and it’s not simply that on flights. While in some cases exotic animals tried to falsely pass off as an ESA, barked and actly an ideal choice. United Way recently they’re all animals. The topic of these odd may indeed serve as ESAs, there are limits. jumped at people during the two-hour flight refused to allow a woman to board with her choices for Emotional Support Animals The concern with animals on flights isn’t and at one point bit a passenger several times peacock, which she claimed was an ESA. She (ESAs) and Service Animals has been go- even necessarily with ESAs and Service Ani- causing them to be hospitalized. had called ahead requesting permission for her ing around the news and social media quite mals themselves, it’s with the imposters who Another recent debate involved a peacock. frequently lately. Delta Airlines, United Way pose a threat to passengers and staff. All too While birds can be ESAs, there is some level See EDITORIAL on page 14 14 FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | THE FREE PRESS Perspectives

From EDITORIAL on page 13 Pebbles. After getting approval ahead of time, allegedly plans to sue Spirit Airlines for re- nations. Some airlines will be tightening up peacock, Dexter, to be allowed on the flight. and then checking in with her small compan- fusing her ESA onboard and resulting in the their ESA and Service Animal rules, while Despite being told multiple times not to bring ion, the student was informed by security per- unfortunate demise of the poor creature. others are remaining less stringent. Perhaps the Dexter, the woman bought an extra plane sonnel that Pebbles was not allowed on the The lines between accommodating people, they should also work on a solution for situ- ticket for her peacock and showed up to the plane. Not having anyone who could care for discriminating against others or ensuring the ations such as Pebbles the hamster. Should check-in with Dexter in tow. It’s understand- the hamster while she was away, the student safety of all the passengers, is blurry. There there be a miscommunication or misunder- able that flight companies wouldn’t want a said that she was told to flush Pebbles down should be guidelines limiting the types of standing, owners shouldn’t be forced to part bird of this size, a typically wild and loud bird a toilet. After already postponing her flight, ESAs and Service Animals, such as not al- with their ESAs, Service Animals or even at that, to be a potential concern on a flight. and still not finding a solution, the student lowing peacocks or pigs onto flights. But their “imposter” pets, or worse, be forced to Occasionally, legitimate ESAs are wrongly took the employee’s advice and flushed the animals who are well behaved or easily make a decision resulting in a fate such as refused on flights. A college student tried hamster. This was, as would be expected, a contained should be allowed if they have a that of poor Pebbles. catching a flight home with her ESA hamster, distressing situation for the student and she doctor’s note and evidence of proper vacci- Beyond the camera: life lessons through photography dating, thus, creating compelling images Lauren Kennedy Director of Photography where this tension is sensed. I carry this mentality with me in other aspects of my If you were to ask my parents when I first life. began my photography career, they would 2. Have empathy. The same year I dis- emphatically tell the story of a four-year’ covered my love of photography, I was also old me, wandering around Salem, Massa- told a profound message by a very influen- chusetts, taking photos of buildings with tial teacher: “everyone has a story.” From the roofs cut off, dead plants, and my bean- that day forward it greatly impacted the ie baby as a model. I guess we all need to way in which I view the people around me. start somewhere. If you were to ask me, I We are all the center of our own universe would say senior year of high school af- dealing with our own demons. In situations ter watching a documentary entitled “War where it can be so easy to make assump- Photographer” by Christian Frei. tions, or let our own emotions dictate our “War Photographer” documents the responses, remember, It is so much easier life and work of photojournalist, James to be kind than anything else. Nachtwey. His portraits are breathtaking 3. Accept criticism. The words that will and real often capturing his subjects in make you grow as an individual are, for the the midst of chaos. There were scenes of most part, not the ones of praise. They are heartbreak, grief, and the effects of war; the words which challenge your decisions, on several occasions, James put his life on and ask “why?” They are the words which the line to make a photo. As the film rolled may feel uncomfortable to hear, but offer a on, my curiosity grew. Up until this point, fresh viewpoint. They are the words which I wasn’t interested in photography because give you the opportunity to grow and learn. of the repetitive and mundane way it had 4. Slow down. Have patience. Wait. In been presented to me. I had no interest our society, with technology at the tips of in colorful flowers or heartstopping land- our fingers, it is so easy to get caught up in scapes, nor photos of people posed with the future; thinking about what you need phony, posed smiles. I wanted to capture to grab at the store before going home to authenticity. make dinner, planning an outfit for a special Realistically speaking, I haven’t been a event- the list goes on and on. A mistake I photographer for that long, eight years to commonly make is thinking about what is be exact. I recognize that I am young, and next, rather than what is happening right that I have so much to learn both in this now. The camera has allowed me to have a discipline, and in life. That being said, I physical reminder to slow down, and take have already learned an immense amount. I in the moment. You’re probably thinking, would not be the person I am today without “this isn’t a brilliant new mentality, I mean, the lessons I have been taught through pho- hello, ‘stop and smell the roses!?” It’s what tography. Here are a few of my favorites: comes after...the waiting. What I have 1. Push your boundaries. One of the learned is the moment you are sick of wait- first pieces of advice given to me was to ing for something to happen, it happens the get close when making a portrait. And moment you lose your patience. when I say close, I mean uncomfortably And finally, number 5. Never forget who close. Within everyday life, we have a has helped you along the way. Thank them subconscious distance in which we place whenever possible, acknowledge their ourselves to the person we are interacting presence and share with them your grate- with, it’s something we don’t even think fulness. In the words of Sir Isaac Newton, twice about, it’s just what feels natural. I “If I have seen a little further it is by stand- Director of Photography was challenged to take a step closer. And ing on the shoulders of giants.” Lauren Kennedy / so I did. This resulted in more trust, more Examples of Kennedy’s portrait work vulnerability and doing something intimi- Perspectives THE FREE PRESS | FEBRUARY 12, 2018 15 nations. Some airlines will be tightening up their ESA and Service Animal rules, while others are remaining less stringent. Perhaps Sustainability and ME they should also work on a solution for situ- ations such as Pebbles the hamster. Should there be a miscommunication or misunder- standing, owners shouldn’t be forced to part with their ESAs, Service Animals or even their “imposter” pets, or worse, be forced to Environmental make a decision resulting in a fate such as that of poor Pebbles. communication What’s in a frame? Surviving the Semester Tips for dealing with stress Beyond the camera: life lessons through photography Kassidy Wright out emotion, we would lack morality in USM Eco-Rep what we believe to be wrong or right. With- out emotion, rational decisions are not eas- Hilarie Fotter Learn tips for helping a friend and some Doctoral Intern for Suicide Prevention common warning signs of depression and Some of us are familiar with the word ily made. Taking what we know about fram- ing and emotional responses, we can begin suicide from a Student Support Network framing. Not to be confused with the use Are you feeling stressed? Don’t know member or trainer around campus. of the word that correlates to pictures or to involve environmental communication. It’s not uncommon for photos and graphics how you’re going to get it all done? Feel- Create a More Supportive Community: art, but the use of language. Language is ar- ing overwhelmed and/or alone in this? Be- Dealing with depression, an eating disor- guably one of the most powerful tools we to be used in framing. Visuals have proven to be persuasive, especially from an envi- lieve it or not, no matter how you’re feel- der, self-injury or other emotional health utilize every day. Through it, we have cre- ing or what situation you’re facing, there issues is easier when we have a support- ated the foundation of communication and ronmental standpoint. For example, instead of broadly talking about climate change, are always ways to feel better. And, if you ive community; and when you can feel understanding; constantly absorbing and re- have a friend who is struggling, there are free to express our feelings. Find ways to iterating information. one might present a photo of a polar bear, helplessly floating on a small ice sheet, in things you can do to help them feel better, connect with people who care about you Framing is a strategic communication too. Below are some ideas to start with on and let them know how you’re feeling. If method used to focus observers on a par- a large, empty sea. This use of media is an example of how framing triggers an emo- your journey towards wellness. you can’t think of anyone, and even if you ticular piece of evidence, thought, belief, Talk about it: Whether you need to speak can, you are always welcome to walk in or reason, or decision. By this principle, some tional response among an audience, aiming to highlight a more specific, severe symp- up about something you’re feeling or you call and make an appointment with USM argue that unframed information does not just want to start a conversation in the Counseling Services. exist. Meaning, we have all been exposed tom of climate change. But why does it matter how the environ- community or school about mental health Take a moment to Press Pause. Half to, or influenced by this technique, even conditions like depression and/or anxiety of us will deal with major mental illness subconsciously. ment and its current problems are framed? One of the largest focuses, is politics. We — bringing these issues out into the open at some point in our lives. Remember, use political systems to create new poli- helps everyone. You can explore the feel- you’re not alone. Make an appointment to “Framing is designed to cies and laws that are aimed to support and ings, situations and conditions that many talk with a USM mental health counselor target emotional connec- progress our society, and address the issues college students experience to get more or seek out a close friend or family mem- that pose threats to us. With environmental informed, and then find help for yourself ber. The Counseling Center offers com- tions and regions of the problems, frames presented by political par- or a friend. prehensive psychological services to the brain.” ties and the media can steer a population to students of USM. The staff of the Coun- possess differing opinions about how severe seling Center is comprised of a diverse environmental threats are to us. Thus, sway- “No matter how you’re group of professionals, including licensed ing how we vote for candidates and new psychologists, licensed clinical counsel- The subject of environmental communi- feeling or what situation ors, licensed alcohol and drug counselors, cation analyzes this method. Environmental policies at the national and local level. What can we do to become more aware you’re facing, there are a multicultural counselor, and graduate in- communication is the study and practice of terns and trainees. Together they embody a the ways the public, institutions, societies, of frames as citizens and voters? When reading articles, viewing media, or political always ways to feel bet- great deal of experience with a multitude and cultures craft, distribute, receive, under- of issues. In addition to services available stand, and use messages about the environ- photographs and documents, we can ask the ter” following questions: Who is delivering this to student population, the Counseling Cen- ment and human interactions with the envi- ter acts as a resource for the entire USM ronment. It aims to understand how framing message? What is their stance on this issue? Are they supportive, or unsupportive? Who - Hilarie Fotter community. Counseling services are avail- affects the public’s knowledge about vari- able on the Portland and Gorham campus- ous environmental problems and informa- are their sponsors? What is the viewing au- Doctoral Intern for Suicide Prevention dience that is mostly likely being targeted? es, and at LAC on Thursdays when classes tion, and how the public believes and per- are in session. ceives environmental risks. Analyzing how What emotional response is trying to be sig- naled? Life is hard. School is hard. Stress these subjects are framed in regard to media Keep Your Eyes Open: We can be very makes it hard to enjoy life. Find a way to and public outreach is essential to studying We can also dig deeper, taking it upon ourselves to collect data and information good at hiding our pain. Unfortunately, press pause and get your life back; there the social and political development and holding that pain in and not getting support are a number of ideas on the website hal- outcomes of environmental debates and from multiple sides (environmental, politi- cal, etc.) of an issue. We can examine the can lead us into bad outcomes — substance fofus.com/presspause. controversies as they circulate through me- misuse, dangerous or risky behaviors and Keep up the good work! dia coverage and public discourse. Famous language and tone used. This takes practice, but with time, it may become easier to an- thoughts of suicide. So if you notice a Information adapted from the JED examples of framing are extremely preva- change in someone’s behavior or have an Foundation’s Press Pause campaign and lent on a national and local level during swer these questions with any media or ar- ticle that we obtain. These steps can build instinct that they’re struggling with some- website. Lauren Kennedy / Director of Photography elections surrounding new policies, laws, thing, don’t keep that information to your- and especially during presidential elections. on our analytical skills, and perhaps create a population of more involved citizens and self! Have a conversation with them or let Examples of Kennedy’s portrait work Framing is designed to target emotional someone else know that you’re worried. connections and regions of the brain. With- voters. 16 FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | THE FREE PRESS Perspectives

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Resource Fair Portland Campus Woodbury Campus Center Starts: 11 a.m. / Ends: 2 p/m.

■■ Tuesday, February 13 The sign labeling the Amistad area inside of the Catholic Charities building. Lauren Kennedy / Director of Photography Exploring Maine/Wabanaki History Portland Campus Glickman Library Starts: 4:30 p.m. People Helping Other People ■■ Wednesday, February 14 The Poets and the Assassin: A play Amistad strives to help people recover about women in Iran and Islam River Plouffe Vogel port systems. Typically people stray In other words, Amistad is run and Portland Campus Sports Editor away from things they don’t under- organized by individuals with real life Talbot Lecture Hall stand, or from issues that feel un- experience. No one is treated as an out- Start: 7:00 p.m. Finding community is not always solvable. There is a perception that cast, every voice is given it’s chance to easy, even in a small state like Maine someone struggling with addiction speak, and their thoughts valued. It’s a ■■ Thursday, February 15 and in a city the size of Portland. In is choosing that path, or that an indi- place where support is from those who fact, Maine can be a very isolating vidual dealing with homelessness only can truly understand the hardships and Pizza Party for Native American Students place, where community means to have themselves to blame, even though barriers faced by those coming through Gorham Campus most people, the neighborhood some- it can literally happen to anyone. But the doors, where recovery programs Brooks Student Center one lives in. However community by building a community that is cul- are designed by those who have gone Starts: 5 p.m. / Ends: 7 p.m. is so much more than the proximity turally competent to the direct barriers through the process themselves. between individuals. Almost synony- faced by those with mental illness or They have a saying at Amistad, ■■ Friday, February 16 mous with community is support. In addiction; recovery, independence and “People helping people”. It’s not increased quality of life can become someone in a white lab coat, but a social work today, practitioners look Troubadours Sing-Along more attainable. And every individual friend, a family member, it’s a com- increasingly beyond the individual or Lewiston-Auburn Campus deserves that right, and should be en- munity of people all working together micro level and to the larger commu- Room 170 titled to such supports. to support each other. nity, or macro level. Starts: 1:30 p.m. / 2:30 p.m. Community practice theory is one Located on 66 State Street, only a Andrew Paine is in his final year such example, which examines social stone’s throw away from upper Con- at USM, in the Social Work under- ■ Saturday, February 17 justice and human rights on a macro gress and the heart of Portland is graduate program. He is currently an ■

level. Essentially when support pro- Amistad. Amistad started in 1982, and intern at Amistad where he does peer grams and resources are developed, is founding on the values of recovery, outreach. Paine explains his work as, Psychic & Crystal Fair organized and planned specifically relationships, respect and social jus- “Putting out fires,” for him it’s all Freeport by the community that they encom- tice. Amistad is peer run, organized about finding people in the community 123 Main St pass, those individuals existing within and supported. It’s a community of that others are overlooking and figur- Starts: 11 a.m. / Ends: 4 p.m. benefit significantly. Especially when people who have been consumers of ing out how to best help them in that considering marginalized populations, mental health services and who are in moment. ■■ Sunday, February 18 such as those who are dealing with recovery. Their mission is beautiful “Maybe it’s helping them find hous- homelessness, addiction, mental ill- one. ing, counseling, some warm clothes or La Belle Époque ness, or other factors that often lead to “To foster a community of people just a ride. I see people with a need and Woodfords Congregational Church greater society turning a blind eye, or who are facing mental health and other I try to provide them with resources to 202 Woodford Street cold shoulder. Mental illness and ad- life challenges, expand peer services, meet that need,” Paine said. Starts: 2 p.m. diction have become stigmatized in and advocate for changes to the entire Paine knows Amistad well, and al- American culture, and in communities health system which are based on a most 20 years ago he walked through across the country. belief in the inherent potential of each their doors in search of support him- Want us to include your event? So routinely these populations be- individual and respect for meaningful [email protected] come isolated, and lack essential sup- consumer voice.” See PEOPLE on page 18 18 FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | THE FREE PRESS

From PEOPLE on page 17 self. There is a true feeling of community there, an unspo- ken connection between those that work there and those that access the space, they have a shared story and it’s hard to feel alone in a place like that. Paine is 68 now, and after graduation will move on to the Master’s program in the fall, where he will continue his work at Amistad. Amistad’s board is a wonderful example of community supports coming together. It includes members of portland police department, University of southern maine nursing program, mercy hospital, spring harbor and Amistad’s peer center community. “This is home to people,” says Theresa Cornell, the di- rector of risk and quality management. “This is your place, we have a fax machine down stairs, that’s your fax ma- chine. We are your home office, need something copied, we will copy it. Want to start a group, or organize an event, we help make it happen, its a safe space.” Cornell went on to explain the vast wealth of peer run groups from depression and bipolar support, to narcotics anonymous (NA) meetings and art therapy groups. There is always something going on, like a daily stretch, movies, trips to Walmart or Target, bingo, and even a group that just hangs out and does nails. Each one of these activities, from counseling to manicures provides individuals with a feeling of belonging, and often it’s the normal stuff, like just being able to watch television and be themselves that can make the biggest difference. Amistad is open five days a week. They serve breakfast and lunch, have day lockers, showers and a clothing closet. For any further information, or to make donations visit Lauren Kennedy / Director of Photography their website at amistadinc.com. The large sign that hangs inside of Amistad, the center that help people recover from mental illnesses, substance abuse and a variety of other issues that people suffer with.

19 FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | THE FREE PRESS Wednesday Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday Women’s Men’s Basketball Men’s Indoor Women’s Wrestling Basketball Track Indoor Track vs. UMass. vs. UMass. @ Middlebury @ Springfield, MA @ NEWA Futures Sports Boston 5:30 p.m. Boston 7:30 p.m. College Tournament Campus Outdoor Adventure Board Athletef o the Week USM club provides thrills for students Liz Trudel On Feb. 24, OAB will travel to Camden Hills State Staff Writer Park in Camden, Maine for a day of snowshoeing. Snow- shoes will be provided to students. The Outdoor Adventure Board (OAB) is a student- March 3, the OAB will be teaming up with the Maine run organization managed by the Sullivan Fitness Com- Alpine Guide to provide USM students with a free full- plex on the Portland campus of USM. The OAB pro- day beginner mountaineering/hiking trip. Complete tech- vides thrill-seeking college students with free or reduced nical gear will be provided to all students. rates on a multitude of recreational activities. The mis- From March 22 to March 25th, the OAB will be tak- sion of the group, as stated on the university’s website, ing a long weekend ski trip to Sunday River Ski Resort is to “Enrich the University of Southern Maine collegiate in Newry, Maine. Ski and snowboarding packages can be experience with the availability of unique and afford- purchased through the OAB at a discounted price and in- able recreational opportunities. Provide opportunities for clude three nights of lodging and three days of lift tickets. community engagement and while teaching outdoor skill On April 14, they will be traveling to Monkey C Mon- sets to a diverse group of recreational enthusiasts. Build key Do in Wiscasset, Maine, for a day full of ziplining connections between peers, community, and the outdoors and laser tag. in the effort to develop and positively influence interper- A freshman from Upton-Hastings who attended a re- Cooper-John Trapp / Staff Writer sonal and intrapersonal growth.” cent ice climbing trip at Cathedral Ledge in North Con- way, NH, states, “every student should attend at least one Peter Del Gallo, sophomore USM student, is undefeated this wres- During the fall semester of 2017, the OAB conduct- tling season. ed several excursions including numerous hiking trips, trip with the OAB. It’s an easy way to get involved within white-water rafting, indoor rock wall climbing and horse- a community on campus, and the atmosphere of the com- Cooper-John Trapp back riding. They also took an outing to an indoor tram- munity is amiable and welcoming to all different types Staff Writer poline park and Acadia National Park. of people with all different athletic abilities. The board Over the course of the spring semester, the OAB has manages the logistics of the trip so that students can get Peter Del Gallo recently achieved number two standing in NCAA scheduled various expeditions to engage students in off- off campus and and enjoy themselves with a group of DIII wrestling after beating the number one ranked wrestler in his divi- campus exploration. On Feb. 12, Feb. 26, March 5, and like-minded peers while engaging in activities that they sion, Jonathan Hass, a returning All-American. The 19-year-old sopho- March 19, the OAB will be attending Monday Night may not have the opportunity to participate in otherwise.” more exercise science major, with a coaching minor, currently ranks Madness Skiing at the Shawnee Peak Ski Area in Bridg- For more information contact the Outdoor Adventure undefeated in 32 matches this season. ton, Maine. The first sixteen people to sign up will be pro- Board via email at [email protected]. To learn more His brother, Daniel Del Gallo, won the NCAA championship last vided with transportation and free lift tickets. about upcoming thrilling experiences, follow the club on year for the Huskies. Getting to compete against his older brother moti- On Feb. 17, from 9-2 p.m., the group will be going ice Facebook at @oab.usm, Snapchat at @usmoab, or Insta- vates the younger Del Gallo. In fact, the sense of competition is a major fishing, free of charge for students. Lunch and snacks will gram at @usm.oab. reason he came to USM—aside from the excellence of the coaching be provided as well as transportation, and no fishing li- staff. “You don’t get many opportunities to play with family,” said De cense is necessary for the outing. Gallo. Sports is a long-standing family tradition for the youngest of five boys from Gardiner, ME. Del Gallo recounts that he began wrestling in the first grade, and plans to wrestle for USM until he graduates. Subse- quently, he intends to enter the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and eventually pursue coaching wrestling himself, to give back to the sport he has given his life to. Del Gallo does not feel he is living in the shadow of his older brother, who graduated last spring. If anything, the recognition motivates him to play harder; since, as the younger Del Gallo put it, “he won last year and I didn’t.” Last season found Del Gallo out of the chase for the na- tional title after finishing fourth in regional tournament play with a 34-3 record season. His favorite moment so far this season was winning the top-seeded match in overtime. The team has one more meet in New York before the regional tournaments, and march for the NCAA championship, begin. Del Gallo thinks a lot of people don’t understand the mental aspect of wrestling. He gives up-and-coming wrestlers the following advice: “You gotta be mentally tough. You gotta make that choice. To earn that right. It’s so intense, so hard, so brutal.” That’s what drives Del Gallo, in the end. To get better, to be the best. To be number one. Photo courtesy of Outdoor Adventure Board OAB on a recent wwhite water rafting trip