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SPORTS Page 8 FEATURES Page 12 EDITORIAL Page 4 Jack Hydroponics set to Wellhofer revolutionize food Peter Open letter on Gramenides Greek life

Staff Changing our format Women’s soccer takes Clarkson BTS takes over music industry Editorial for today’s readers

CAMPUS EVENT Helicopters, businesses take ’86 Field

Sidney Kochman/The Polytechnic A SIKORSKY UH- 60L BLACKHAWK LANDS ON the ’86 Field to draw student interest in the field of manufacturing engineering.

Jonathan Caicedo Rensselaer facilities. However, the kicked off in EMPAC, with program nearly 300 high school students from Senior Reporter most visible event was the land- speeches from graduate student New York’s Capital District Region ing of a Sikorsky UH-60L Black James Nowak, president of the partook in undergraduate-led tours RENSSELAER’S FIFTH ANNUAL NATIONAL Hawk on Rensselaer’s ’86 field. Rensselaer chapter of the Society of numerous Rensselaer facilities Manufacturing Day program, The early morning landing and of Manufacturing Engineers; Sam including the Center for Automation hosted by the School of Engi- mid-afternoon takeoff of the UH- Chiappone, director of manufactur- Technologies and Systems and the neering, took place last Friday in 60L Black Hawk, piloted by mem- ing innovation in the School of Engi- Manufacturing Innovation Learning tandem with many manufacturing bers of the Army National Guard’s neering; and local officials, including Laboratory, and took part in activities organizations. Companies from 42nd Infantry Division, drew a Troy Mayor Patrick Madden, New that focused on Rensselaer initiatives across the country traveled to crowd of students and alumni who York State Assemblyman John T. in the field of manufacturing. Rensselaer to inform the students, explored the on-display aircraft, MacDonald III, and New York State This program was one of faculty, and staff on what manu- learned about technologies being Senator Neil Breslin. Ryan Patry, many that Rensselaer holds to facturing actually is, and to take used in the field, and networked manager of manufacturing technol- foster engagement in numerous charge of the public perception of with representatives from Sikorsky, ogy at Sikorsky Aircraft, gave a fields of science and technology. it. Events included programs and Snap-On, and the New York State keynote highlighting his experiences Thanks to the overwhelming keynote speakers, exhibits from Army National Guard. in manufacturing, and the importance response and engagement from student organizations, and under- The National Manufacturing Day of the field especially for innovation the Rensselaer community, this graduate-led lab tours of several program at Rensselaer officially and future generations. Afterwards, will not be the last. RENSSELAER UNION Serving the Rensselaer Director of Archer Center honored community Linda Teitelman McCloskey retires after 30 years with Rensselaer since 1885 Peter Gramenides benefit of Rensselaer students and faculty. These contributions, largely, were culmi- Staff Reporter In 1989, McCloskey became director of the nated under McCloskey’s leadership. Center, later renamed the Archer Center for In addition, McCloskey was the recipient THIS PAST W EDNESDAY MARKED THE RETIREMENT Student Leadership Development in 1992. of the 2015 NASPA Region II Outstanding reception for Linda Teitelman McCloskey, She took on a profound role in re-shaping Contribution to Student Leadership Award in Inside founding director of the Archer Center for the future of the Archer Center to include recognition of her dedication to the campus Student Leadership Development and 30 innovative programs that continue to impact community and work to improve Student year veteran at Rensselaer. Prior to her role the campus community. Life on campus. Comics ...... 6 in the Archer Center, she served as Associate Since its founding, the Archer Center In an open letter addressed to the Rens- Editorial/Opinion . . . . 4 Director of Student Activities. has been an invaluable outlet to Rensselaer selaer community, Dr. Frank E. Ross, vice Features ...... 12 McCloskey’s many contributions to students and serves “an important role in president for Student Life, remarked on Rensselaer usher themselves in the pro- helping Rensselaer students make the transi- Linda’s retirement, stating “Linda’s time Sports ...... 8 fessional leadership development and tion from the classroom to the next phases at Rensselaer is marked by a strong com- personal impact McCloskey had on many of their lives.” This comes in the form of mitment to students and their leadership members of the Rensselaer community. adventure-based initiatives, corporate train- education. During Linda’s tenure, the Archer This is reflected best in the size of the ing techniques, emotional intelligence, and Center developed and enhanced a number Connect audience, ranging from students to faculty ethical decision making training offered of innovative and collaborative experiences members, that came to celebrate her retire- through custom-designed workshops for for students, including the Professional Visit us online at: ment and the legacy she leaves behind in student organizations. Leadership Program, Leadership Educators poly.rpi.edu the form of the Archer Center for Student Currently, the Archer Center also teaches a Advising Peers, and Leadership House.” Like us on Facebook: Leadership Development. required course sequence in the Lally School Finally, he elaborated on the fact that the facebook.com/thepolytechnic The Archer Center, formerly known as of Management and a required Professional campus community should join him in thank- Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: Center for Student Leadership Development, Development course sequence in the School ing Linda for her achievements and extend @RPIPoly has roots in the Rensselaer Union and origi- of Engineering intended to educate students best wishes to her in retirement. nally served to provide students with leader- in essential skills needed to succeed in future ship education outside the classroom for the leadership positions as Rensselaer alumni. 2 • News Wednesday, October 19, 2016 poly.rpi.edu SENATE Changes to HASS and Science core coming soon Upcoming reforms mandate that students gain leadership experierience as freshmen David Raab both academic and club experiences could count. Finally, the agenda of the meeting in order to accommodate quests Senior Reporter there would be a requirement for all students once a se- without fear of being called out of order by the Senate. mester to an academic activity outside of courses, such as Ultimately, the Senate voted to remove the provision in the THE SENATE MEETING OPENED WITH A PRESENTATION OF attending a seminar, talk, or broadly-defined cultural event. bylaws about two votes being needed to make changes, and proposed changes to the Institute core curriculum by Ligon promised the Senate she would send them the tabled other discussion until after more research is done Associate Professor of Biology and Faculty Senate Core actual draft report of the core curriculum implementation into the exact changes that need to be made. Curriculum Implementation Committee Chairperson Lee report and encouraged Senators to give their feedback After much debate, the Senate voted 12-4-3 in favor of Lignon and Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education through either the Grand Marshal Paul Ilori ’17 or Aca- the established of a new Election Policy Review commit- Linda Schadler. The committee has been working on a demic Affairs Committee chairman Varun Rao ’18. tee in order to review the operations and structure of R&E. proposal to make changes since “no one can remember Next, the Senate committee chairmen gave their weekly Ilori explained that this is not a bad mark on R&E for the the last time core curriculum was updated,” according reports. Chairman of the Rules and Elections Commit- past freshman elections, but that GM Week elections for to Ligon. Ligon said that the proposals are guided by tee Hannah Rabinowtiz ’18, shared that the freshmen the past three years have been mired in controversy and the intersection of three main areas: the Science and the elections had been successful and that her committee is have been basically decided by a decision of the Judicial Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences core, major require- working on revising the elections handbook for the Grand Board. Graduate senator Anthony Bishop elaborated on ments, and co and extracurricular activities. In fact, one Marshal week elections. some previous fiascos in GM Week history, saying that of the guiding principles behind these changes would be Rao shared that the Academic Affairs committee is this year is his seventh year at RPI and that he has served to more deliberately intersect the varying segments of the working on convincing other departments to implement a on both J-Board and R&E during his tenure as a student student experience here at Rensselaer. Any changes would flowchart for major concentrations in their major similar here. Rabinowitz was against the creation of this com- not be implemented until the fall of 2018 at the earliest to what the Electrical and Computer Systems Engineer- mittee because she felt that R&E could do an effective (and then only for incoming students), so the Senate was ing Department offers. review of itself and make changes internally. Several other asked to provide feedback on behalf of future students. Facilities and Services committee chairman Austin senators discussed how R&E has in the past has been seen The proposed HASS changes would require all first year Miller ’17 informed the Senate that he is working on as having a specter of conflict of interest in some of their students to take both an exposure/inquiry course and also having Public Safety officers available in Commons one decisions and how some people think they are corrupt. a communication intensive course during their first year night for dinner for people to get to know what they offer The new committee is meant to be an independent voice here. The depth requirement would also change to become for campus. Justin Etzine ’18 of the Student Life Commit- in order to recommend changes, or no changes if they three courses, rather than the current two, but the distinc- tee shared that he will be meeting with Vice President for feel like none are warranted. tion between Humanities and Social Science courses would Administration Claude Rounds, Director of Public Safety The last order of business of the meeting was to vote be eliminated. Changes to the School of Science would be Jerry Matthews, and Director of Physical Plant Ernie on the chairman of the newly created review committee. minimal, and would mainly center around the Math Depart- Katzwinkel to discuss the proposal for changes to student Ilori motioned to appoint Bishop as chairman, giving ment offering introduction courses in subjects other than access to residence halls across campus. The committee’s credit to his extensive experience on both R&E and calculus for majors where calculus is less applicable. Preferred Names project is still awaiting release from the J-Board. Many senators, however shared concerns that Other changes to the student experience include a fresh- Registrar’s office before publicizing. appointing an insider as the chairman of the committee man summer reading requirement, an educational experi- The Senate then transitioned to discussing their bylaws. would negate the purpose which is to have an indepen- ence that occurs away from campus, and also proof of a Right now, in order for the Senate to change its bylaws, dent review of R&E’s operation structure. Also, general leadership experience. The “away experience” would be there needs to be one vote to remove the existing bylaw consensus was reached that this position should be filled fulfilled by participation in the Summer Arch program, but and another vote to insert another bylaw to replace the one through an open call to the Union community. In the end, those students who are exempt from the program would that was removed. Additionally, the Senate follows Robert’s the motion to appoint Bishop was indefinitely postponed need to find another way to fulfill the requirement. Schadler Rules of Order, so any rules that copy the Rules in the by the Senate by a vote of 10-7-3. elaborated on the leadership requirement by saying it would Bylaws can be removed if redundant. Etzine brought the be interpreted in the broadest way possible, which means example that the Grand Marshal should be able to change

EXECUTIVE BOARD Sole Survivor becomes Union recognized Campus group brings awareness to sexual assualt, provide victims with resources at RPI Elisabeth Ryan Senior Reporter

THE RENSSELAER UNION EXECUTIVE BOARD began their meeting Thursday, October 13 by approving the constitution of the RPI Interplanetary Society. They are now an official Union-recognized club. A new organization known as Sole Survivors has come to RPI’s campus. They were the group responsible for rais- ing awareness for sexual assault victims on October 7 in the form of a campus- wide campaign. This campaign included spray-painting footprints on walkways and selling merchandise. The event raised about $500. President and cofounder Erin Berube ’18 accompanied by vice president and cofounder Bethany Hanson ’18 rep- resented the group in their pursuit of Union recognition. The purpose of Sole Survivor is to raise support and awareness for sexual assault victims and to show solidarity to those individuals. Berube and Hanson made it clear that while the group can direct victims to the proper resources, they themselves do not have the resources to rehabilitate victims. Berube and Hanson expressed their future plans, which included teaming up with RPI Athletics for events such as “Take Back the Night” and home games to help raise funds and awareness. They stated Brookelyn Parslow/The Polytechnic that their ultimate goal is to “bridge the MEMBERS OF SOLE SURVIVOR SIT before the Executive Board to explain their role in helping sexual assualt victims. gap between students and the professional resources” and to “start the conversation” As a token of their gratitude, the E-Board lobby of the Union beside the portrait in honor of the great impact her tenure on sexual assault. The motion to approve approved the motion to have a portrait of Rick Hart ’70, former director of the has had on the campus. Sole Survivors as a Union-recognized club made for Linda Teitelman McCloskey. Union. The members of the Executive was passed unanimously. This portrait will be placed in the north Board have chosen to have this gift made

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Serving the Rensselaer community since 1885 Editorial Wednesday, October 19, 2016 EDITOR’S CORNER STAFF EDITORIAL Hydroponics redefi ning Shifting weekly future production of food printed content to Changes from centralized to invidualized distribution FOOD IS AN INTEREST OF MINE. BIG SURPRISE FOR millions. Rifkin argued that to solve our ever- daily online news a college age male, right? But it’s not just the increasing energy needs, we should adopt a I N THE COMING WEEKS, T HE away anytime soon. We know consumption of food that I’m interested in, it’s model similar to that of our media consumption— Polytechnic will be testing a new many prefer to sit down with the the production: how it’s grown, harvested, and individual, distributed generation. He imagined way of publishing. Instead of wait- paper at lunch and peruse—read- shipped. In high school I discovered a passion every house on every street gathering solar energy ing for Wednesday to roll around, ing articles that might otherwise for hydroponics—the growth of plants without and selling it to the grid for distribution. Instead we will aim to publish content to have been left unread. As long as the use of soil. The roots often are left to dangle of huge solar fields replacing coal, have rows our website as it comes in. We we have the funds and the capabil- in reservoirs of nutrient-rich water, with of solar panels on houses replacing live in a world where social media ity to provide the community with inflated clay pellets used to support coal. It’s taking a small number and is a dominant news source—ev- a physical copy, we will. some of the roots and hold in moisture. multiplying it by something huge. erything happens faster today This change does not come I was fascinated by the ability to grow I loved this thought process, so I took than it did 10 years ago. Waiting without challenge. The Poly is plants in such a controlled environment; it on and applied it to my passion. In until Wednesdays for coverage of not our full time job—although in that, I saw a future. your refrigerator right now, where was events happening today simply it feels that way for some of us. To switch tracks for a couple of that apple grown? It’s autumn, so it’s doesn’t cut it anymore. Covering an event, writing the paragraphs, I want to discuss economist probably locally grown, right? But in For some of the more “breaking article, and getting it through Jeremy Rifkin’s lecture on solar energy three months from now, in the dead news” type of events from recent three rounds of copy reading all and global climate change from 2013. of winter, where are those fresh fruits years, this is something we’ve take time. With rolling deadlines, Skipping past the doom-and-gloom that Jack and vegetables grown? Probably not done with some success. Yes, it there is less pressure to finish the environmental talk brings up, Rifkin Wellhofer anywhere within 1,000 miles of where required new deadlines to be met up an article over taking extra spoke about his vision for the power grid Editor in Chief they’re sold—that’s for certain. I will and some unusual working hours, time to prepare for an exam. It and how it should adapt. He compared it argue that this doesn’t need to be the but it was important that those will certainly be difficult for us to media and how we consume it. In the past two case; I can grow fresh fruits and vegetables in stories reached the Rensselaer to adapt to this change, but we decades, we have seen a monumental shift: prior any climate, any time of year, anywhere thanks community as quickly as possible. believe it will come as a benefit to the internet, media came to us in a “top-down” to hydroponics. Don’t get us wrong; the to the community. form—TV stations, radio stations, and movie In my mind, I imagine hydroponic farms in Wednesday paper isn’t going studios all producing content and distributing it cities and towns across the United States. Each to the masses. Today, especially for the younger one would be climate controlled to match optimal generation, so much of our media consumption growing conditions, along with strict nutrient comes from a wide variety of sources. The internet control to match the growth stage. Instead of has created a platform where the “average” importing fresh produce from thousands of miles citizen can produce something and have it seen away, we could be producing our food ten miles by millions. Sure, there are still big players who away, every day of the year. I see the future of produce a large amount of content, but now more agriculture in hydroponic farming. than ever we see the work of the individual. For anyone interested, Rifkin’s talk can be Rifkin took this “bottom-up” model and applied found at https://poly.rpi.edu/s/5cvqp. It’s just it to the energy grid. Currently, we derive our under an hour and well worth a listen. power from a few large producers: coal, gas, hydro, nuclear; singular plants that provide for

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Students appreciate AT THE RADDISON HOTEL ALBANY IN ALBANY, NEW YORK educational evolution HI, RPI! many students who have attended and have NORTHEAST As many of you may know, Linda Te- yet to attend RPI. Thank you Linda. Have itelman McCloskey, the founding director a happy retirement! of the Archer Center for Student Leadership In other news, this weekend we will be Development, retired last week. In her roles celebrating Family Weekend at RPI. Not TREK CON 2016 on campus, she was a mentor and teacher to only is this is a weekend for spending time student leaders and worked hard to advocate with your families and showing them around on behalf of all students and on behalf of the campus it’s also packed with opportunities Rensselaer Union. Linda was truly a trans- to see what clubs in the Union put together STARDATES: 11.11.2016 - 11.13.2016 formative force at RPI. She began working every year. This Friday evening, UPAC in the Union as director of student activi- Comedy will be hosting comedian Brett ties in 1984 and not long after, Druck in the McNeil Room be- she and student leaders in the ginning at 8 pm. Simultaneously, Union formed what would later the RPI Players and Sheer Idiocy CELEBRATE STAR TREK’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY become the Archer Center for will be hosting performances of Student Leadership Develop- their own, both beginning at 8 WITH SOME VERY SPECIAL GUESTS: ment. The Archer Center went pm Friday. The next morning, on to become a national model International Festival begins for leadership instruction at col- at 11 am with over 25 student leges and universities. groups celebrating their heritages Representatives from across through food, education, and the country flocked to RPI Chip performances. This showcase is to learn about what Linda Kirchner an incredible cultural exchange had created and how to build President of the Union that exemplifies the rich back- something similar at their own ground of all of RPI’s students schools. Today, the Archer Center is an and student groups. But wait, there’s more! Arne J.G. Nina integral part of educating engineering and On Sunday beginning at 9 am 151st Grand Starr Hertzler Visitor management students in the classroom Marshal Paul Ilori ’17 and I will be hosting and provides many more opportunities the annual GM/PU Breakfast in the Union. for extracurricular learning and practice All of these events just barely scratch the of leadership. It’s safe to say that without surface of the totality of Family Weekend the hard work Linda gave to RPI, our and I encourage everyone to go online and education would not be the same as it is look up the Family Weekend 2016 schedule ...and today and not as valuable to our future as at https://poly.rpi.edu/s/d919h to see ev- professionals. Out of genuine appreciation erything it has to offer. Clubs in the Union more! for the impact she has had on RPI and make up a good portion of the events and her outstanding work with students in the we should all support our fellow students’ Robin Robert Union, the Rensselaer Union Executive hard work in hosting these events. Board and I would like to thank Linda Curtis Picardo for all that she has done for us and for the

Photos and interviews by Maria Kozdroy and Sidney Kochman Poly The Question: Snapshots If there’s one thing you could change about RPI, what would it be?

Trenton Baldrey James Kelly Rob Zwier Jason Lee MGMT ’17 MECL ’19 CSYS ’17 CSCI ’19 “It’d be nice if RPI cre- “The Engineering CAD “The class schedule “It would be nice if ated a basic poster class uses NX 10 and should be switched more people came out creation template so it’s horrible. The class around. Instead of to events. Just more you can plug and chug. “ should use SolidWorks Monday-Thursday, people to participate in or AutoCAD, because Tuesday-Friday classes, clubs would get more those are used in the how about Monday- things done and make real world.” Wednesday classes.” the clubs look good.”

Devan Naik Ken Hansen Liam Weiner Richard Lin CIVL ’17 CHEG ’19 PHYS ’17 CSCI ’18 “It would be the amount “More student-based “In terms of pool: new “Instead of taking of work professors give activities at EMPAC; cues, they run out of classes we’re required outside of class. I feel it just seems too high them real quick. Also to take that aren’t re- like it takes away from profi le. I will like to see TVs around the Games lated to our major, for some college experi- more low-key things Room to watch football example Physics 1 and ences and from spend- there in order to utilize it then play some pool; I 2, we should have more ing time with friends.” more. There’s not many would spend my whole time to take classes opportunities there.” Sunday here!” we’re interested in.”

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Serving the Rensselaer community since 1885 Sports Wednesday, October 19, 2016 WOMEN’S SOCCER Rensselaer now 11-3 after successful weekend

Sidney Kochman/The Polytechnic SENIOR MIDFIELDER KENSEY WATERMAN LAUNCHES the ball toward the net in Saturday’s game. Waterman scored the only goal in the game against the Golden Nights. (file photo) Adam Rabinowitz Clarkson tried responding in the second scoreless throughout the first half, with In the 100th minute freshman midfield- Senior Reporter half, putting up nine shots, but freshman Joey St. Lawrence edging RPI 7-2 in shot attempts. er, Jacqui Richard found the net to clinch Lyons continued a great season as goalie Both teams kept up the aggression in the RPI’s victory. With the win, RPI improved WOMEN’S SOCCER HAD TWO AWAY GAMES by keeping the Clarkson scoreless. Lyons second half. Senior forward Cori Winslow to 11-3-0 for the season. Lyons recorded this past weekend as they traveled to ultimately finished the day with six saves, attempted a shot in the 48th minute, but her eighth shutout saves and improved to face on Friday and and earned her 7th shutout of this season. was unsuccessful, and sophomore forward 11-3-0 as well. St. Lawrence University on Saturday. The According to Assistant Coach Shelby Emily Dunn saw the same fate with her With 4 games left this season, Stromerson Engineers, who had just come off a 1-2 Stromerson ’15, the team’s primary goal shot in the 78th minute. said that the team will work extra hard to loss to in overtime last for this weekend was to come away with With the game still scoreless at the end win every game now. “Every game from weekend, were out for redemption this six points, or two wins. “Starting with a of regulation, RPI and St. Lawrence en- now on is a must win to ensure that we time around. win [against Clarkson] put us on track tered overtime. Unlike their previous OT qualify for the league tournament,” she said. The Engineers started off with a 1-0 win toward those 6 points and help[ed] us loss to Vassar from the week before, RPI The Engineers will face against Clarkson. The game’s lone goal came regain some points and recognition after came in with a better mindset this week. away on Saturday. from senior midfielder Kensey Waterman the loss [to Vassar].” RPI opened up the OT with multiple in the 24th minute, with freshmen forward The Engineers then faced the tougher shots on goal and multiple corner kicks, coming Emily Kaplan had the assist. St. Lawrence Saints. The game remained keeping the aggression up. CROSS COUNTRY Fazio places fourth, Lord sixth at New Jersey championship

Michael Baird team champion with 71 points was the State University athletes competed in the open races. Both courses were Senior Reporter of New York Geneseo, led by first place Isaac Garcia- flat and weather conditions were good for racing. Cassani who crossed in 23:19.9. After an injury that set her back last cross country sea- SENIOR BEN FAZIO FINISHED THE MEN’S 8000 METER In a 386-person field with 45 teams participating, son, senior Emily Stickles returned to racing this semester, championship race ahead of 371 runnings with his junior Jaime Lord raced hard to earn a top ten position competing in the open race on Saturday. As the end of fourth-place time of 23:35.1 on Saturday in Glassboro, in the women’s 6000 meter championship race. Her her final season of cross country at RPI draws near, her New Jersey, at the 45-school Inter-Regional Border time of 21:06.5 earned her eighth place. Behind Lord in goal is to break 25 minutes in the 6000 meters again. “I Battle hosted by Rowan University. The men’s and 50th was senior Mary West in 22:07.8, then sophomore have one race left,” Stickles said. “I think I can do it.” women’s teams, both ranked No. 11 in Division III Karina Bolton with a time of 22:10.6, senior Maddie That one race remaining will happen on Saturday, October heading into the meet, represented one of ten nationally- Dery in 22:35.0, and senior Allison Thayer in 22:47.7. 29, in Geneva, New York, at the Champi- ranked schools at the meet. Colleges from as far away Their individual efforts added up to 296 points, winning onship hosted by Hobart and William Smith Colleges. The as Georgia attended. them an eighth place team title. John Hopkins University Engineers’ regular season ended on Saturday, and from here, Following Fazio was sophomore Grant O’Connor took first at the meet with 70 points. they are looking ahead to Liberty League, Regional, and who helped the Engineers to 3rd place by placing in Four races were held at the meet, including two open NCAA Division III National Championship meets. seventh with a time of 23:40.8, averaging a 4:46 mile races and two championship races. The top ten athletes pace. Sophomore Sean O’Connor ranked third for RPI on each men’s and women’s team were invited to com- placing 28th overall in a time of 24:19.7. The overall pete in the championship races, while the remaining poly.rpi.edu Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Sports • 9 MEN’S ICE HOCKEY RPI Engineers fall short against Fighting Hawks Sean Beacham Staff Reporter

THE ENGINEERS TRAVELED WEST OVER THE weekend to face off against the Uni- versity of North Dakota in their third weekend of play. The puck dropped at 7:05 pm at UND on Saturday evening. Tyson Jost won the first faceoff against the Engineers’ sophomore Evan Tironese. Following were the first two shots of the game, one blocked by junior defenseman Mike Prapavessis and the other a save by freshman goalie Chase Perry. Despite the immediate offensive push by UND, Tironese, assisted by senior forward Riley Bourbonnais and junior forward Lou Nanne, scored the first goal of the game four minutes in for RPI. The remainder of the first period was not bright for the Engineers, only hav- ing attempted a total of five shots on net to North Dakota’s 13, resulting in a tied game going into the second. The Engineers played a solid defense on their three penalty kills in the first period, but were not able to capitalize on their two chances at power plays. After a little more than five minutes into the second period, UND’s Tyson Jost scored the third goal of the game followed by another UND goal a minute later. Ten- sions were rising half way through the pe- riod and three penalties were called within five minutes of play. Senior forward Jake Wood managed to pull back the lead to one goal by scoring his first goal of the season with three minutes left in the period as- sisted by freshman defenseman Will Reilly. The period ended with a score of 3-2, UND still in the lead, but on their heels from the Jack Wellhofer/The Polytechnic recent push from the Engineers. JUNIOR DEFENSEMEN MIKE PRAPAVESSIS EVADES the reach of McGill University’s Samuel Hodhod on October 2.(file photo) The Engineers had to kill penalties Faceoffs and shots on net were both is- The Engineers have had a rough start to playing Niagara University and Rochester from the end of the second period almost sues for the Engineers in this game, only the season, but there is a lot of fresh talent Institute of Technology, followed by two straight through into four minutes of the having one third the total shots of UND on the team being developed. Rensselaer’s games against Union over the Halloween third. Although they successfully killed by the end of the third. The Engineers did freshman goalie had a better save percentage weekend. This is an exciting line up; hope- every single penalty of the game, the match UND in penalties and no short- than UND’s junior. Reilly, another freshman, fully, with the support of the Rensselaer Engineers gave up two unanswered goals handed goals were scored of let up for had a critical assist during the game. student body, the Engineers can kick this in the third, resulting in a 5–2 loss. the entire game. RPI is at home for Family Weekend, losing streak and bring their all.

TENNIS Scores from the Week Freshmen duo faces stiff competition in AZ Maria Espinosa from Emory University 6–7, 1–6. In Staff Reporter the second round, Castillo-Sanchez Friday, October 14 and Ebenfeld faced a doubles team AS THE TENNIS SEASON COMES TO AN of seniors from Johns Hopkins Uni- Women’s Hockey vs. Univ. of Connecticut W 3-0 end, the Engineers competed in one versity. Castillo-Sanchez and Eben- Men’s Soccer vs. Clarkson Univ. W 1-0 last tournament. After freshmen duo feld lost their second round match of Sebastian Castillo-Sanchez and 1–6, 3–6. The young Rensselaer Zack Ebenfeld won the doubles doubles team played their last Saturday, October 15 title at the ITA Northeast Regional match against a strong team from earlier this month, they qualified to the University of St. Thomas. The Hockey at Univ. of North Dakota L 2-5 compete at the ITA Oracle Cup. The Engineers lost the match in three prestigious Oracle Cup took place sets 5–7, 7–5, 7–10. Women’s Hockey at Univ. of Connecticut L 1-4 in Surprise, Arizona this past week. In the end, Castillo-Sanchez and On Wednesday, Castillo-Sanchez Ebenfeld placed eighth in the tour- Women’s Soccer at St. Lawrence Univ. W 1-0 and Ebenfeld played their first nament. We look forward to the start round match and lost to a team of tennis season next semester. Men’s Soccer vs. St. Lawrence Univ. W 1-0 Football at US Merchant Marine Academy L 13-16 Men’s Cross Country at Inter-Regional Border Battle 3rd of 40 Women’s Cross Country at Inter-Regional Border Battle The Poly wishes 7th of 45 everyone a Sunday, October 16 happy weekend Field Hockey at. Union 8th of 22 with their Tuesday, October 18 families! Women’s Soccer at. Union W 2-0

Serving the Rensselaer community since 1885 Events Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Family Weekend Edition Friday Saturday In-Classroom Experience Presidential Kick-Off Various Locations; 8 am–4 pm 9–9:30 am The list of possible classes to attend can be found Join President Jackson at a presentation of at https://poly.rpi.edu/s/d919h. accomplishments as she welcomes you to the campus for Family Weekend 2016. Family Weekend Welcome Center Heffner Alumni House; 9 am–7 pm Troy Farmer’s Market 9:30 am–2 pm School of Architecture Overview M o r e t h a n 5 0 f o o d g ro w e r s , c h e f s , a n d a r t i s a n s g a t h e r 11 am – noon to offer the Capital Region’s freshest and finest. Ta ke a t o u r o f t h e G r e e n e B u i l d i n g’s s t u d i o s , f a b r i c a t i o n shop, and library. Honor’s Convocation 10 am–noon Study Abroad 101 Rensselaer’s event to celebrate the academic 1–2 pm accomplishments of students and faculty. Get the facts on when, where and how your student can study abroad. LEGO Robotics Workshop 10 am–noon Rensselaer Traditions RPI student mentors will guide participants as 2–3:30 pm they learn the basics behind construction and Join John Kolb as he discusses the history and programming of a LEGO EV3 Robot. traditions of Rensselaer. Minicon Opportunities for Student Leadership 2–3:30 pm 3–4 pm This event will feature student artists and panelists with This session will let families experience some of the interactive activities from on campus organizations. skill sets and interactive activities their student will experience. Learn to Speak Chinese 11 am–1 pm Shabbat Dinner Participate in an demonstration of Chinese paper- 6:30–8 pm cutting artwork and paper latern making. Chinese tea will be provided. Circle K Haunted House 6:30–9:30 pm International Festival Tickets are $6 for one or $10 for two. 11 am–2 pm This program aims to acquaint students with the SleepWalks: The Body of Dreams cultures and lifestyles of students at RPI who hail 6:30–9:30 pm from around the world. The Body of Dreams, a multi-media dance performance. The cost is $10. Fall Fest Noon–3 pm Men’s Hockey vs. Niagara University Fall Fest showcases student performances, 7–9:30 pm demonstrations, and activities designed to celebrate the fall season. UPAC Comedy Show 7:30 –9:30 pm Punkin Chunkin’ Competition 12:30 –3:30 pm Sheer Idiocy Watch teams pit their launchers against one another, 8–10pm flinging pumpkins through the sky in a quest for victory. Join Sheer Idiocy, RPI’s best and only improvisational comedy troupe, for an evening of laughter and RMA Family Weekend Concert family-friendly fun at the EMPAC Theater. 2–4 pm Listen to enthralling performances by RPI’s many Play On! ensembles for this annual concert. 8–10pm Presented by the RPI Players, this is the hilarious Jump, Jive & Jazz story of a theater group trying desperately to put 7–9 pm on a play in spite of maddening interference from Join Jazz@Rensselaer and the RPI Ballroom Club a haughty author who keeps revising the script. for our annual swing dance! poly.rpi.edu Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Features • 11 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT GAME REVIEW From room to headphones An engineer’s Artist breaks mold with fiery home-recorded music Tanner Vargas worst nightmare Staff Reviewer Peter Gramenides Staff Reporter YOU MIGHT HAVE SEEN HER CROWD- surfing at a music festival in the HORROR GAMES ARE USUALLY VERY TYPICAL IN TERMS OF CONTENT: RANDOM heat of last summer. You might jumps, scares, and sounds to escalate the player’s sense of fear. Death have seen her belting a lyric during by Daylight is no typical horror game; it is pure terror. a late night talk show performance, Playing the role of an engineer attempting to repair engines in with her signature, tight braid order to escape, the protagonist must navigate a maze while evading twisting to the beat. Karen Marie a number of obstacles–namely, a large, towering figure holding an Ørsted, known as MØ, has been axe attempting to sacrifice the player to an unnamed deity. However, on the rise in the music scene for the tension builds over time. several years now. With a debut The player rarely sees the monster, except for when they happen to under her belt and a string mess up repairing their engines. In the midst of turning gears in the of electrifying singles released this calm, serene atmosphere of the night with the moon twinkling down year alone, MØ is overdue for a su- on your face below—you slip, the engine is exposed, and you are left, permassive explosion to stardom. with your heart racing, in the middle of an open field. Then, in the The Danish singer-songwrit- blink of an eye, your brief moment of peace in the beautiful woods er with a fiery personality has of Random Farm, USA is lost in the chase. dreamed of performing since the The chase for your life. Will he see you? Probably. Will you out- age of seven. After an inspired run him? Maybe. Of course, you are an engineer—the developers stint in a punk duo, hundreds of at Starbreeze leave room for tinkering. Granted, the typical RPI performances, and years of hard student, just like the engineer in the game, should not be expected work, she broke out into the music Courtesy of EDM Chicago to outrun a 15 foot beast. scene as a solo artist in 2012. The ARTIST PENETRATES the music scene, collaborates with the greats. Objectively, the best feature in Death by Daylight is the ability to road to her debut album included manipulate your surroundings in order to evade, or unfortunately lo- on EP, Bikini Daze. The four-song ing bass-claps and a looping voice NMTF’s debut, her electric stage cate, your pursuer. It’s really just an elaborate game of cat and mouse. set was a perfect sampling of MØ’s track, then opens into blaring presence a fan-favorite at festivals Upon pursuit from the monster, the player is capable of erecting bar- remarkable vocal and songwriting trumpets. With lyrics like, “oh, and talk shows alike. ricades, jumping through windows, or hiding in mysterious restroom talents, from the electric “Dark what a world I was born into,” Recent months have seen a stalls in order to evade detection. Night” to the slow-burning “Never MØ struggles to understand why slight style change from alt-pop If none of these work, you are left at the mercy of a blood-thirsty Wanna Know.” The breakout mo- the world denounces creativity and to dance-pop. Pulsing jams such as predator. The tension builds and before you know it, you’re on the ment of Daze was “XXX 88,” a uniqueness. “,” have been invading floor attempting to squirm away—begging for help. rebellious, trumpet-blaring col- The song “Waste of Time” is a dance clubs, and her newest single, Upon being captured by the beast, you are put on a meat hook and laboration with mega-producer highlight, in part for its rambunc- “Drum,” was released October 7th. left to perish as giant clamoring spikes grow, slowly, encompassing —it was the spark that lit the tious lyrics and also its artistic, The feel-good anthem constructs you until your soul leaves your flesh. The only way to stop this process flame of MØ’s career. visually disconcerting music video. a massive chorus, reveling in the is to be freed from the hook by a survivor. No Mythologies to Follow was She belts lyrics while wielding a idea of dancing to the beat of your Of course, you are not alone in the maze. Other survivors are also released on March 7, 2014. The chainsaw, then sings about snow not own drum. With the steady release attempting to outrun the beast and repair generators in time to escape. album was recorded in a corner of melting when it hits her cold, heart- of such exuberant singles, rumors, It really should be a cooperative effort. her childhood bedroom, complete less ex—pretty golden material. and expectations of a sophomore Where the game falls short is in the map design, which makes it with a setup of draped blankets used One of the upbeat cuts, “Don’t release are heavy. incredibly difficult to rescue fellow survivors. You have to choose for acoustics. MØ is emotional in Wanna Dance,” celebrates vibrant The x-factor that brought her to whether to sacrifice everyone or go forward as a team in most the recordings as well as in her per- love amid bell tings and tambou- this point is her brazen individuality. situations. formances onstage, likely because rines. The song, awarded Best Dan- It’s visible in every stage perfor- Arguably, this also contributes to the game’s unique atmosphere that she wrote every song on the album. ish Hit its release year, sees MØ mance where she passionately fist- will leave you returning for more. Every game is completely unique Aesthetically speaking, the album declaring her love for another by not pumps and crowd dives. Although and difficult decisions guide the game’s progression. is vivid tones of blue and electric dancing with anyone else. MØ has been on a steady rise to ul- Overall, I appreciate this game on so many levels, but in many ways white color—MØ has songs that The album earned an incredible timate stardom, she’s truly blown up playing it has been more about self-discovery than anything else. brood over the beat and others that amount of overseas accolades, and in the past 24 months. MØ—which, Will you save your friends or vanquish the beast yourself? That’s up shine with light. It’s inventive alt- an impressive track record of bring- by the way, is pronounced “moo”— to you to decide and I expect that we all will be hearing more about pop with smart hooks and personal ing home the hardware—she man- is erupting. She’s graduated from re- this game soon. It is sure to be huge. lyrics from an artist that stays true aged to take home 17 awards out of cording in her childhood bedroom to to herself and has fun doing it. 22 nominations. The remarkable collaborating with some of the most An instant standout is the track debut effort brought forth several impactful music names in the world “Pilgrim.” MØ herself believes big-name collaborations ranging and releasing her own successful Write for The Poly! that of all the songs on NMTF, from Major Lazer and Avicii to solo efforts. From clever songwriting https://poly.rpi.edu/s/work “Pilgrim” best encapsulates its Justin Bieber and Charli XCX. to inspiring performances, MØ is a overall feel. It begins with pound- She’s been touring nonstop since force to be reckoned with. BTS: Raising listeners’ standards Lewis: Evil from Page 12 upbeat, addictive songs they’re best known for. The mixture portive fans. The combination of vocals, aesthetics, and of music styles, light and dark concepts, and beautiful lyri- performance capability makes it is no understatement takes on self- cism make Wings an album of unrivaled quality. when saying BTS is the full package. The album’s success doesn’t come as a surprise: the With Wings’ widespread success, BTS stands to pos- music aside, BTS delivers a performance that’s unques- sibly become the next big wave of K-pop in the Western awareness tioningly deserving of the group’s hype. Blood, Sweat, world, and, if their music to come is held to the same from Page 12 and Tears—BTS’ promotional track—has a music video standard of quality as this album, there are only tion—whether they identify as Christian or not. The letters and stage performance that encompasses everything brighter things in their future. from Uncle Screwtape show Lewis’ understanding of how that someone could want in entertainment. Artistically impure thoughts are ultimately what lead a person to commit alone, the striking cinematography, beautiful set de- evil, and they encourages the reader to embrace a complete signs, and fashion choices make for a stunning visual awareness of the way they think. Lewis makes almost poetic experience. The members themselves, exploration of Christian themes—writing from the perspective however, are what puts the of Screwtape necessitates that the author be aware of his own performances over the faults and flaws—there’s something brave in an author that is top. BTS has an impres- humble enough to do that for the sake of his work. sive stage presence and The Screwtape Letters is a well-constructed piece that pulls works as a cohesive unit the reader in with a novel concept and keeps them for the sake to effortlessly pull off of bettering their understanding of themselves. While the piece insanely difficult cho- is largely a Christian metaphor, the themes and importance of the reography. Here, their piece extend beyond organized religion. It’s a piece that encour- personalities, charisma, ages intense introspection and a total sense of self-awareness and group chemistry despite outside temptation. Ultimately, the novel manages to shines encouraged on Courtesy of BTS demonstrate how people perceive themselves as righteous and by the chants of sup- reimagines it through the words of their demons.

Serving the Rensselaer community since 1885 Features Wednesday, October 19, 2016 ARTIST SPOTLIGHT BOOK REVIEW New fan favorites found Lewis novel in Korean pop group challenges readers’ view Nathan Dorer Senior Reviewer .

RELEASED IN 1942, C.S. LEWIS’ THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS serves as the author’s second standalone novel, and is widely respected for its original concept and smart reimagining of Christian themes. Lewis is primarily known for his children’s series, The Chronicles of Narnia, wherein he adapts biblical stories into an easily digestible fantasy world for young readers. In The Screwtape Letters, however, Lewis abandons his goal of making Christianity an easy concept for the reader; the novel takes an infinitely more grim approach to the idea of sinning and salvation. In an interview with Dr. Shirwood Wirt of Decision magazine, Lewis stated that of all his books, The Screwtape Letters was “was only one [he] did not take pleasure in writing.” Within the novel, Lewis constructs a universe where demons follow a normal arc of human life; from birth, they are trained to effectively damn people to hell, and, upon reaching adulthood, they make it their mission to condemn a particular individual to hell. The novel is set up as a series of 31 letters from a high- Courtesy of BTS ranking demon, Screwtape, to his nephew, Wormwood. Within THIS UP-AND-COMING BOY BAND BTS IS TAKING OVER the music industry in Asia and across the globe. these letters, Screwtape leverages his experience to provide Elizabeth Pontius two full-length along with four mini albums, each with Wormwood with advice on how to efficiently make humans Senior Reviewer increasing success up to Wings’ record breaking popularity. stray from God. Wings’ powerful music, a culmination of years of work, However, Screwtape grows increasingly frustrated with his THE PAST WEEK SAW THE MUSIC WORLD SHAKEN, RECORDS showcases each BTS member’s unique sound woven together nephew as the human that Wormwood has been assigned grows rewritten, and a new bar set for the industry. The group in in a blend of group and solo songs. The hip-hop unit of the steadily closer to a Godly life. Screwtape emphasizes that, question is an international sensation, boasting YouTube group, composed of Rap Monster, J-Hope, and Suga, delivers although people can outwardly act like good Christians, it’s fame and topping iTunes album charts in 27 countries, an edge throughout the album, ranging in a variety of sounds the point of their thoughts that matters—passing judgement on ranging from Russia to Sweden. Yet, despite these artists from trap to Electronic Dance Music to languidly playful rap. people within the Church and genuinely believing the word of dominating the news, odds are that this is the first time Vocals include Jungkook, Jimin, V, and Jin, who lend their voices God is what will lead a human to salvation. By the second letter, you’re ever hearing about them! to catchy choruses, playful melodies, and chilling high notes. the human that Wormwood has been assigned has just begun Welcome to BTS, a South Korean boy group consisting of Beyond the sound, the album’s themes don’t shy away from to convert to Christianity, and Screwtape openly chastises his seven members, who have been declared by many as the new heavy or controversial topics that other K-pop groups might nephew for allowing this to happen. As the novel progresses, force to be reckoned with in all things music and performance. avoid. BTS delves into the issues of mental health, social Screwtape grows increasingly more agitated with Wormwood’s With their latest album, Wings, the boys of Bangtan Sonyeondan injustice, and the struggles of transitioning into adulthood inability to condemn his human. can arguably be labeled as the current kings of K-pop. Since throughout Wings, producing hard-hitting, haunting, emotional, By constructing the narrative from the point of view of a debuting in 2013 under Big Hit Entertainment, BTS has released and thought-provoking tracks mixed in with the upbeat, addic- demon, Lewis manages to force the reader into introspec- See BTS, Page 11 See LEWIS, Page 11 TV SHOW REVIEW Netflix series breaking controversial ground Geoff Rosenthal brought back to the working people of Senior Reviewer Harlem by dismantling the crime that he sees tearing it apart. Compared to Jessica Jones, which featured IF YOU’VE READ MY REVIEWS BEFORE, YOU KNOW Mike Colter in his first appearance as Cage, I’M A FAN OF NETFLIX’S ORIGINAL PROGRAM- this series is a huge step up. I had two big MING. IN general, I think it’s one of the most criticisms for Jessica Jones: first, that the consistently entertaining and high value pro- story was a muddled mess, with so much gramming of any service, from TV channels, going on that it became a bit boring to follow HBO, to other platforms like Hulu. However, a lot of the time. Luke Cage contrasts this I have seen Netflix stumble. Jessica Jones by having a clear cut story centered around wasn’t to my liking, and I was mixed on Dare- Cage. My second criticism is that Jones as a devil Season 2. So, what do I think of Luke hero seemed to only use her super strength Cage? To be honest, I am a bit conflicted. to break door knobs, and we really only The superhero Luke Cage was conceived see her use her powers three times in the in a time where blaxploitation films were whole series. Comparing this to Luke Cage, the norm, so it makes sense to see a strong who busts up drug dens single-handedly, black male character come to life. While swinging couches and wrapping people in the genre and Luke Cage’s popularity fell car doors, you see a huge difference. Luke after the fad somewhat ended, I see this Cage is a huge step up from Jessica Jones. series as a return to form. Visually, audito- However, it still has its faults. rily, and story-wise, this is most certainly Similar to Daredevil, there is a shadowy un- an homage to those films. derground crime boss who is working against Luke Cage as a hero is interesting—he’s Luke Cage; unfortunately, he wasn’t a very bullet-proof and super strong, which may well developed character compared to Wilson have been an interesting power when he Fisk. Also, the way they worked in a weakness was created, but has a lot more meaning in to Cage felt somewhat lacking as well, but I Courtesy of Marvel Studios today’s world. With the rise of the Black understand it is difficult to create something BULLET-PROOF SUPER HERO LUKE CAGE DEFEATS his villains and adversaries. Lives Matter movement, and seeing the to beat a bullet proof man. However, through cast, with Colter as well as Mahershala I think this setting and tone is what has frustration shown by the black community the magic of the wonderful visuals and style Ali and Alfre Woodard, are accented by a defined Cage’s character, and losing it will towards young black men being shot by that serve towards the “blaxploitation” angle, I soundtrack filled with hip-hop, funk, and return him to being somewhat weak as he police, it’s clear that a bullet-proof black found these issues minimal compared to what jazz, serving the series well in that manner. was before, so it is my hope that Netflix man is obviously connected to these I think as my final thoughts. We never saw any of this in Jessica Jones will retain some of what made Luke Cage events. Cage also doesn’t wear a mask. He Overall, I think of Luke Cage as a won- when Cage’s character was introduced, great in the next series featuring him. doesn’t have a secret identity. He simply derful blaxploitation inspired series, but which may be part of the reason I found makes himself a symbol of power being not a great superhero show. The incredible his character somewhat bland. Personally,