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WEDNESDAY December 7, 2016 Vol. 147, Issue. 9 Lewiston, Maine ARTS & LEISURE FORUM SPORTS The men’s and women’s Ariel Abonizo ‘20 An anonymous letter to the basketball teams begin introduces The editor responds to a recent their non-conference Pillowman, a play article by Hannah Tardie ‘17 schedules strong, set for opening this weekend in calling for campus conserva- key matchups against Gannett Theater directed tive voices. Colby and Bowdoin this by Sam Wheeler ‘17. week. See Page 6 See Page 2 See Page 8

President Clayton Spencer Remembering those co-signs letter to President- who need not have elect Trump died Bates College holds a vigil for trans victims. According to the letter to the It urges the President-elect to MARIAM HAYRAPETYAN community published by Spencer, “condemn and work to prevent had the opportunity to linger and ASSISTANT NEWS EDITOR WILLIAM BORELLI EBERT speak with members of OutFront “Bates welcomes applications from the harassment, hate, and acts of STAFF WRITER all students without regard to their violence that are being perpetrated about the vigil and the victims. On November 30, President immigration status, and applica- across our nation, sometimes in For those in the Bates com- Clayton Spencer emailed the stu- tions for admission from DACA your name which is now synony- On November 30, Bates Col- munity, the vigil was a sorrowing, dents, faculty, and staf informing and undocumented students are mous with our nation’s highest of- lege held a Trans Remembrance but more than necessary experi- them that Bates “recently signed an treated the same as those from do- fce.” Vigil in honor of the 26 transgen- ence. “Te vigil had an atmosphere open letter to the President-elect mestic students. Likewise, DACA President Spencer’s letter to der people murdered this year. Te of melancholy, but there was also Trump from college and university and undocumented students are the school discusses the personal vigil was part of Trans Awareness a deep sense of frustration and de- presidents afrming the basic val- eligible to apply for institutional, fear many students have given their Month at Bates and was organized spair,” said Daniel Fichmann ‘19, ues of human decency, equal rights, need-based fnancial aid, and, as background, whether immigrant or by OutFront, a support and aware- one of the members of the Bates freedom of expression, and freedom with all students, we meet the full LGBTQ+, therefore it is important ness group for LGBTQ and gender community in attendance. from discriminating and pushing demonstrated fnancial need of any to remember that we “have the re- diference issues on Bates Campus. Te frustration was rooted in back against a climate of harass- admitted student.” Te act of add- sponsibility to do everything within In 2016, the number of Trans peo- the senseless deaths that took place ment, hate, and acts of violence.” ing our name to the letter is not to our power to defend our values, to ple murdered was a record high even because of hate and intolerance. Te “racist, anti-immigrant, be taken politically; rather it is a way ensure the safety of our students with a month left this year, making Te vigil was a ftting conclusion of anti-Muslim, and similar incidents” to emphasize what our values are. and protect them from discrimina- the service all the more important. Trans Awareness Month as members are “contrary to the values on which Some of the colleges and univer- tion, and to foster a campus climate Te solemn service began at of the community worked to inform Bates was founded and they con- sities that signed the letter are Am- defned by deep listening, mutual 9:30 pm in the Gomes Chapel. one another about gender and sex- tribute to an atmosphere of fear and herst, Bard, Bowdoin, Colgate, Cor- respect, and honest discourse on Tose who were in attendance were ual diferences at Bates, as well the uncertainty.” Terefore, over 100 nell, Davidson, Middlebury, and even the most difcult subjects,” es- given a candle to light and a photo importance of working to strength- colleges and universities stated that Williams. Te short but informative pecially since we do not have control of one of the victims. From the front en inclusivity not only at the college they want a “continuation and ex- letter is directed towards Donald of what is happening in the world. of the chapel, members of OutFront but the greater world as a whole. pansion of the Deferred Action for Trump and begins with “as do you, spoke about the need to refect and Joshua Hunt ‘19, one of the Childhood Arrivals (DACA) pro- we ‘seek common ground, not hos- remember the lives of those taken organizers for the event, spoke on gram.” tility; partnership, not confict.’” by transgender violence and how behalf of OutFront. “We were hum- it is imperative for the community bled by the turnout and hope to to stand together in solidarity with translate the healing and mourning those who remain at risk. into direct action in the future, par- Te vigil featured a moment ticularly in the wake of the Trump of silence in honor of the victims presidency.” Hunt’s comments re- before beginning the service. Out- fect the growing sense of uncer- A community comes together Front read out the names of the 26 tainty and concern that many in the individuals, where they were from, LGBTQ Community at Bates have and a brief description of their lives, expressed after the surprising out- Bates mourns over the passing of two stellar probing into who they were and come of the 2016 Presidential Elec- faculty members. what they liked. Tey also spoke of tion. For them, the importance of each of their tragic deaths. After tell- the event could not be underscored. ing one of the victim’s stories, those NICO BARDIN Nonetheless the service was very MANAGING NEWS EDITOR in the audience with their photo meaningful in bringing the Bates would come up to the front of the community together for the eve- Te past two weeks have been chapel and place their candles on ning. Tose who came were able to marred by tragic news of the pass- the photo. After another moment of leave with a better understanding ing of two beloved members on silence, Brittany Longsdorf from the and greater sense of compassion for campus. On November 20, Bea- multifaith chaplaincy read a poem the transgender plight in our cur- trice Bell Verville, who joined the that she had wrote for the service in rent society. accounting ofce in 1977 and re- honor of the lives that were needless- tired in 1992, passed away at the ly cut short. Once the service ended, age of 90. It was not more than members of the Bates community a week later that current faculty member Katie Vale, Vice President of Information and Library Ser- vices, sufered a sudden and tragic passing due to a cardiac arrest. Both Dear Bates College individuals were stellar members of the faculty and staf and have helped to improve the campus in Administration, a plethora of ways. It is with great gration and Customs Enforcement regret that the Bates community BATES STUDENTS AND BATES must say a fnal farewell. (ICE). Colleges and Universities photo courtesy of Phyllis Graber Jesnon STUDENT ACTION Verville was not only a valu- Katie Vale hold unique power in that ICE of- We, the concerned students of able and exemplary member of the fcials cannot step foot on campus the Bates Community, move that staf in the accounting ofce here property without authorization Bates College follow the lead of over on campus. According to an email (policy number 10029.2). Not only 200 colleges and universities across sent by President Clayton Spencer will sanctuary status serve to protect the nation in seeking ofcial status on November 28, “She was a tal- DACA-mented, undocumented as a sanctuary campus for undocu- ented seamstress who created heir- students, faculty, and staf, but it mented immigrants living at Bates loom quilts for her children and will also serve as a gesture of protec- and in Lewiston. Tis is an impera- grandchildren. She was active in the tion and kindness to Lewiston’s large tive step as we prepare to protect the Knights of Columbus, taught line Somali refugee population (one of members of our community directly dancing, and enjoyed bowling, cro- the largest populations in Maine threatened by President-Elect Don- cheting, knitting, senior bus trips, with approximately 7,000 Somali ald Trump and his administration. and playing cards. An open-armed refugees)—a group of people whom Within the frst 100 days in of- matriarch, she was able to weave to- Donald Trump has directly targeted fce, President-Elect Donald Trump gether three families into one.” in his campaign, blaming them for plans to block funding for sanctu- Verville’s countless examples of Maine’s increasing crime rates. Lew- ary cities and states and overturn outstanding citizenship were not iston Mayor Robert Macdonald Deferred Action for Childhood Ar- limited to her work at Bates Col- even quoted that he and Lewiston rivals (DACA). DACA specifcally lege, but also extended into the police “will not tolerate the harass- grants protection from deportation community around her. Evident ment of any members of our com- to undocumented immigrants who in President Spencer’s remarks, she munity for any reasons.” We need to came to the United States under was a person who enjoyed giving Beatrice Bell Verville photo courtesy of Claire Schmoll preserve Bates’ values and the values the age of 16 and before June of back to the community throughout of Lewiston. strong and creative organizational While many members of the Bates 2007. With the repeal of DACA, her life, and her presence within the Bates College is responsible for leader, a wonderful, collaborative community may not have known ei- over 13,000 U.S. college students Bates and local community will be manifesting the inclusive values and colleague, a professional of enor- ther Verville or Vale personally, it is will be in danger of deportation. It greatly missed. progressive history it boasts. Bates mous breadth and intellect, and a important to recognize the role both is the duty of college and university Te passing of Vale last week College holds a proud history as a person possessed of quick wit and played in contributing to the Bates administrations across the country was as tragic as it was unexpected. place of progressive thought and self-deprecating humor. She was a community and their work in mov- to act in defense of students most Vale had recently undergone sur- equality, dating all the way back to national leader in educational tech- ing Bates forward. vulnerable to President-Elect Don- gery just a little over two weeks its abolitionist founding. Te college nology and a valued member of the On behalf of Te Student staf, ald Trump’s proposed immigration before her untimely death, and was mission statement declares, “With senior leadership team.” the community, and myself it is with policies. reported to be recovering well. ardor and devotion — Amore ac As incidents such as these oc- respect that we ofer our condo- Sanctuary spaces around the President Spencer shared some Studio — we engage the transfor- cur at Bates, it is important to rec- lences and support to the families of country—including cities, states, remarks in another email circu- mative power of our diferences, ognize the inherent bond that each Beatrice Bell Verville and Katie Vale and college campuses—serve to lated on campus stating, “Katie cultivating intellectual discovery and every person on this campus in this trying time. May they both protect undocumented immigrants joined Bates 15 months ago, and share with each other in simply be- rest in peace. by refusing to comply with Immi- See BSA, PAGE 2 she quickly proved herself to be a ing a part of the Bates community. Forum 2 The Bates Student December 7, 2016

Editors’ Note: As a general policy, The Bates Stu- - Bates College will refuse dis- efort we make every day to honor BSA closing or voluntarily relinquishing our founding values. At our best, dent does not publish anonymous submissions CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 information with ICE/CBP to its we work hard to know, encourage, fullest capacity under the law and celebrate one another, and we except in extraordinary circumstances. However, and informed civic action.” It is - Bates College will refuse ICE’s embrace the transformative power crucial that we uphold the truth of presence on campus and any prop- of our diferences. Tis work is our although this leter was mailed anonymously, we these words and follow in the his- erty that is owned by the college duty and our privilege, and it is tory of progressive equality. - Bates College will prohibit more important than ever.” Our his- as the editorial staf believed it was important to For these reasons, we call on campus security from inquiring tory, founding values, and vibrant make an excepton and publish and share this leter Bates College to act immediately, about an individual’s immigration Community demand that we act and to declare itself a sanctuary be- status and/or commit practices that quickly and compassionately. We, as with the Bates community. fore President-Elect Donald Trump’s are enforced by ICE/CBP (e.g., re- the Bates Community, need to show inauguration on January 20th, ferring to undocumented people that Bates College respects, values, 2017. We implore the college to as “illegal aliens,” infringing un- and celebrates the undocumented adopt and uphold a written policy documented students their human members of our Community. We To the editor, declaring, clearly and publicly, the rights, and much more) cannot aford to stay silent. A recent editorial by Hannah more prisons makes life safer for protections it will ofer according -Bates College will continue BSA tabled in Commons on Tardie was meant to encourage those who live within the boundar- to our vision of a sanctuary campus, to push for an ongoing, healthy Monday and Tuesday and will con- viewpoints from political conserva- ies of the law; don’t tell me to “ex- outlined below: dialogue with students, faculty, and tinue tabling until Tursday in or- tives. But, instead of simply wel- amine my place of ‘white privilege’” - Bates College will guarantee staf regarding college policy and der to collect signatures for the pe- coming alternative perspective so when I was born into, and remain the privacy and confdentiality of provide unconditional support for tition. More information as well as that those mourning Hillary Clin- in, the working class. Don’t. undocumented students, faculty, communities who study, reside, and a sign able petition will be coming ton’s loss might begin to understand Instead of responding emo- and staf work at the college, and push for electronically in the coming days why Donald Trump won, Tardie, by tionally, engage with the argument, - Bates College will take imme- support in the Lewiston community characterizing conservatives as “gun- debate the points. I’ve been listen- diate action to protect, serve, and President Clayton Spencer was Sincerely, loving, border patrolling, abortion ing to your ideas for years, allow- ensure the safety of DACA-mented recently quoted in a message to the Te concerned students, faculty, hating,” and “death penalty loving,” ing them to challenge my own and and undocumented students so that Bates Community on November staf and alumni of Bates College instead perpetuated memes which force me to reevaluate my positions. their path to academic success con- 9 saying, “Bates is a strong com- prevent a nuanced comprehension Perhaps it is time that you stopped tinues to advance munity because of the conscious of the reasons so many voted for the seeing conservatives a s enemies political right. Starting with epithets and started trying to understand us, undermines productive conserva- time for you to step outside your tion. insulated comfort zone and start a You want free and open dis- conservation with us from a place of course at Bates? Ten don’t call me a mutual respect. READ. racist when I want to talk about the Tis welcome transformation pandemic of Black-on-Black vio- in the state of political discourse lence in America’s African-American could start at the very top. Recently, community or express horror at the Clayton Spencer wrote to the Bates college’s practice of targeting hiring Community to update us on how of minorities (here I was, thinking Bates is responding to the recent we should be color-blind); when presidential election. In her letter, THINK. I point out uncomfortable truths she discusses the importance of free- about Islam, don’t inaccurately la- dom of speech. I couldn’t agree with bel me an Islamophobe and pretend her more. But, is she being honest? that these facts don’t exist; don’t call One cannot convincingly advocate me a White Nationalist when I ar- for freedom of expression while si- gue that undocumented immigrants multaneously labelling certain ar- should be deported so that we hon- guments as “hate speech.” Instead or the sacrifce and respect for our quashing conversation before it has SHARE. laws demonstrated by those valued even begun with such unintellectual immigrants from all over the globe (and, frankly, un-American) ideas as who enter the country legally; when “hate speech,” Spencer and her ad- I express concern that our national ministration should be actively seek- borders should be more secure in re- ing out ways to make Bates politi- sponse to war, drugs, gun-running, cally varied, so that the minds, and and human trafcking, don’t call me not just the skins, that comprise our The Bates a paranoid xenophobe; don’t dis- community are diverse, too. miss me as uncompassionate when It is with sincere regret that I I articulate misgivings about Obam- cannot sign this letter, out of fear of acare; don’t call me a tyrant when the loss of my employment. Please Student I give data that suggest that having forgive me for requiring anonymity.

that we can articulate ideas that are difcult to express otherwise. A space for art Art can be an outlet for discussion-- and a very efective one too. Art is more important We have several essential forums WILL MURRAY I attended a heavily arts-oriented STAFF WRITER high school, and I have worked at for discussion on campus, the Bates an arts center for several years. I’m Student being one. I think that art than ever right now When I frst arrived at Bates this accustomed to understanding art as is another. fall, I was in awe of the campus. It an essential component of any land- After all, art has the power to had everything I had wanted in a messages are particularly factious if scape, so it’s satisfying to watch this resonate with people in a way that MARY SCHWALBE college campus: a spectacular din- continued at Bates. But I think we forums do not. Art isn’t hidden away MANAGING FORUM EDITOR you consider that the art fair largely ing facility, a comfortable dorm and can do even better. in newspaper dispensers or tucked caters to the wealthy and privileged. excellent places to study. But as time I think art can be more than away online. It is a visible element Art is not frivolous. Art is not Senior Arts and Culture Editor at went on, I felt like something was something to see intermittently. of the spaces in which we live, in a just for the privileged. Art is not a Te Hufngton Post, Katherine missing. Te campus was stunning-- Rather than something to fll the way that other intellectual forums waste of time. Art is more impor- Brooks, wrote, “Art has long been but at times, I sensed a vacancy. void of an empty wall, I think that are not. One can choose not to read tant than ever right now. “Tere is used to agitate the privileged, to am- Where was the art? art can play an even greater role on a newspaper article, but I think no time for despair, no place for self- plify the voices of the less powerful.” Tere were, of course, pieces campus. I think that it can be more there is an inevitability to art. As pity, no need for silence, no room A mixed media piece by Rirkrit Ti- scattered around some academic than just something to pass by, or you go about your day, you digest for fear. We speak, we write, we do ravanija proclaims, “THE TYRAN- buildings. A lovely blue abstraction stumble upon occasionally. I think it-- whether you intend to or not. language. Tat is how civilizations NY OF COMMON SENSE HAS perched above a library stairwell, art should be in your face. So I hope this forum article heal,” Toni Morrison said in an in- REACHED ITS FINAL STAGE.” some charcoal sketches sprinkled I think there is real value in rec- serves to recognize the importance terview after the election of George Artist Sam Durant’s lighted sign here and there. We had a wonderful ognizing the value of art in an envi- of another essential forum. I think W. Bush, “Tis is precisely the time near the entrance of the venue reads, museum, but the art seemed isolated ronment. After all, it’s value extends that in the wake of the election, our when artists go to work—not when “End White Supremacy.” Myriad to that area of campus. Te art that I beyond pure aesthetics-- art can be minds are brewing with ideas. Some everything is fne, but in times of other artists contributed portraits, did see was extraordinary-- but I felt political, philosophical and deeply will speak these ideas through the dread. Tat’s our job!” As a studio sculptures, and works in other media like I had to look for it. intellectual. And art is not only as newspaper, and other forums. But I art major, the current political cli- directly responding to the current I think that art can be an im- important as any other academic think that art can be an equally im- mate has inevitably infuenced my political state of afairs. Te New pactful medium through which we discipline, but has the power to portant voice. So, through whichev- work. In conversation with fellow York based gallery, Queer Toughts, can develop ourselves and our ideas. achieve things that other disciplines er medium best suits you, let’s keep studio majors and seeing work from presented a work by Puppies Pup- I come from a background in arts; cannot. I think that it’s through art the conversation going. Art Basel Miami Beach and other pies, in which visitors walked over a sources, I have found that I am not foor tiled with American fags. Tis alone in this. is only days after Trump announced The Bates Student About Us “Te Teater must always be a on Twitter, “Nobody should be al- lowed to burn the American fag Editors-in-Chief: Amar Ojha and PHOTO The Student is published weekly by safe and special place. Te cast of Hamilton was very rude last night — if they do, there must be conse- Noah Levick Sports: John Neufeld the students of Bates College when quences -- perhaps loss of citizen- Copy Editor: Sophie Mortman Arts: Drew Perlmutter college is in session. The Student to a very good man, Mike Pence. Copy Editor: Zaynab Tawil News: Max Huang reserves the right not to print any Apologize,” tweeted Trump after ship or year in jail!” NEWS article and to edit for clarity and Hamilton actor Brandon Victor Troughout history, artists have Managing Editor: Nico Bardin LAYOUT length. Dixon directly addressed Pence at been suppressed, jailed, and killed Assistant Editor: Mariam Hayrapetyan Layout Editor: Kate Bouchard the end of the play and expressed by dictators and despots. Despite Staff editorials represent the major- Layout Editor: Jeanne Hua hope that the President and Vice this, they continued to take a stance FORUM ity of, but not necessarily all, the President-elect would be “inspired against injustice and fght the status Managing Editor: Hannah Tardie Business Manager: Shelby Rader views of the editorial board. Views quo. Te contributions of people Managing Editor: Mary Schwalbe Ad Manager: Hyewon Shin expressed in Letters to the Editor, to uphold our American values.” Nothing about what Dixon said of color, queer folk, women, im- Webmaster: Will Sheehan Columns, and Features in the Forum migrants, and other targeted groups section are the opinions of the writ- was “rude,” as Trump claimed. But ARTS AND LEISURE have transformed and developed Managing Editor: Riley Hopkins Delivery Manager: Tristan Brossy de ers and may or may not refect the more importantly, the theater is not Managing Editor: Tory Dobbin Dios opinions of the staff. Letters to the a “safe place” in that art cannot be art, culture, and societal values Editor must be received by 6 p.m. on apolitical-- particularly a play like throughout history. We, as artists, SPORTS Sunday for Wednesday’s publication. Hamilton, with its mainly Black need to continue this legacy. Bates Managing Editor: Jamo Karsten Letters should be under 500 words. and Latino cast and political over- studio art major Hannah Tardie ‘17, Please email them to the Managing Managing Editor: Griffn Golden tones. Trump, who belittles those wrote in an artist statement, “if [art] Forum Editors at [email protected] doesn’t advocate for social change it and [email protected]. who want safe spaces in schools, is sorely misguided in his view of art. is irrelevant.” By actively choosing Copies of The Student are available at locations around campus. Yes, art can be comforting, but it is not to make ‘political’ art, the art- Subscriptions may be purchased for $20 for one semester and $30 for the year. also necessarily political. Art is not ist is still making a clear social com- mentary. Depending on who we Connect with The Student created in a vacuum, so we cannot ignore the psychological process of are as individuals, we need to use Email us! the artist and the temporal and geo- our fear, our pain, our privilege, our The Bates Student www.batesstudent.com Content: [email protected] graphical setting in which the art is knowledge, and our love to create 5300 Bates College Follow @BatesStudent created. work that incites change. To quote Lewiston, ME 04240 “Like” The Bates Student @ [email protected] Brooks again, even if you are not an Business: [email protected] Art Basel, which ran from De- cember 1 through 4, featured many artist, “see plays. Go to museums, overtly political works. Many of the concerts, exhibitions. Read.” The Bates Student December 7, 2016 Forum 3 Te self-made The end of the Clintons: Hijabi? Vindication and the path ahead HANNAH TARDIE self-made man pursuing the Ameri- MANAGING FORUM EDITOR can dream. Because this narrative and faunt the assistance of a war he might not accept the results of focuses so heavily on one dimension ADRIAN MELENDEZ-COOPER criminal with the bloodthirst and the election (not unlike the #Never- CONTRIBUTING WRITER of American self-hood, the women malevolence of Kissinger, I believe, Trump movement) Terrorist violence rarely in- included in it are most often white, cludes women. Terrorist violence as Voting for Hillary Clinton was says everything you need to know Still yet, you had Trump’s trade- middle class, able-bodied with An- not easy. As you will soon fnd out, about her character. mark moments of mental psychopa- a result of Islamic extremism rarely glo-Saxon roots. (if ever) includes “radicalized” Mus- I did not have a favorable opinion Tere are purely aesthetic rea- thy and/or sexual depravity: his Terefore, any type of feminini- of the Secretary, and a cross section sons why she is disliked, too. With inability to ignore criticism on Twit- lim women. Nonetheless, there is a ty deviating from this norm must be cultural desire in the West to control of exit polling data would seem to apologies to Mr. Bush, few presi- ter, his impersonation of a disabled negotiated through a set of compro- suggest that millions of Americans, dential candidates could have used reporter, his fippant endorsement the bodies of Muslim women. Un- mises and constraints in order to be surprisingly, the desire for this con- including Democrats, shared my a speech coach more than the Secre- of sexual assault. Tese moments accepted in American culture. Te animosity. However, in the wake of tary. Clinton never realized that she struck me as the actions of a man trol often manifests itself in forms of primary “compromise” is assimila- violence against the bodies of Mus- her remarkable loss, Clinton parti- does not need to yell into the micro- totally unhinged and unpredictable. tion: black women are encouraged sans have castigated Trump and his phone to be heard through the loud Yet they only seemed to embolden lim women. I am specifcally refer- to pass as white by perm-straighten- ring to incidents of violence such as supporters as bigoted ignoramuses. speaker. Her fake laughs and con- the resolve of Trump loyalists, who ing their hair and following Western To some extent, these accusations torted expressions seemed to exist in saw his public failures as humaniz- French authorities forcing a Muslim fashion trends, Asian women are women to de-robe by removing are valid. But they are easy and ul- the uncanny valley, especially when ing in the face of Clinton’s robotic getting eyelid injections and using timately futile platitudes that serve dancing around personal failings inauthenticity. her burkini, and a man in North skin-whitening creams. Te ques- Carolina grabbing and removing a us little in the war for the soul of (“Wipe the email servers? What, like Finally, the cherry on top was tion asked here is, how much longer the United States. In uncertain with a cloth or something?”). Fur- the pick of Mike Pence as Vice Presi- woman’s hijab on a Southwest Air- is this violence against Muslim bod- lines fight. President-elect Trump’s times, we need hard truths to move thermore, her smugness and sense of dent, by all accounts a bible-thump- ies going to continue until Hijabi forward, and the hard truth for the self-worth were repellent when de- ing lunatic. Even before I got to Islamophobic rhetoric as well as the women are forced to assimilate in atrocities of ISIS can contribute to 2016 election was this: Clinton lost fending such a lackluster and over- consider the future of the Supreme order to protect their own bodies, because she was bad. praised resume. Lastly, I was tired Court, the decision had already this desire to control the bodies of and what exactly is that going to Muslim women, but it seems the Te merits of the Democratic of gender being used as a means of been made for me. look like? Following trends of colo- platform are not in play in my analy- voter outreach, as though having a We are in trouble. I truly be- overarching rationale guiding this nization and second wave feminism, behavior by white feminists is the sis of Clinton’s badness. Believe me, female president were an end in and lieve Trump’s brand of authoritarian will Muslim women be forced to I resent strongly the sanctimonious of itself. and capricious lunacy is dangerous. belief that Muslim women are “op- commodify their religion as a brand pressed” and forced into this “con- manner in which the Democrats But in the end, measured against You would be an ahistorical fool to of femininity? While many interna- approach many key issues. None- the prospects of a Trump presidency, trust blindly in the robustness of cealing” apparel. By pointing out tionally renowned brands already this “concealment”, Westerners are theless, their agenda is one that I I held my nose and relented. Some- the United States bureaucracy and make hijabs, will their sale and ac- agree with more so than the lunacy how, Trump and his supporters institutions. Just last week, Trump not only placing emphasis on the cessibility increase in the United body and objectifying it, they are ofered by the Republicans. managed to be even more intoler- proclaimed on twitter his belief that States? Will Wal-Mart start selling No, the argument for Clinton’s able. those who burn the fag ought to be engaging in an Orientalist act of scarves next to their women’s cloth- violence that has roots in colonial- badness can start and end with her First, there were Trump’s insane jailed or even stripped of citizenship. ing? Te most obvious answer to an fawed character: her political inau- policy recommendations: building Leftists, you must brace yourselves. ism and exoticism in the efort to economist would be that obviously “develop” a culture through global thenticity, her gluttonous appetite a concrete wall nearly 2,000 miles Now do you understand why the Wal-Mart does not currently sell for special interest money, her disas- long, deporting 11 million undocu- enlightenment ideals you sought capitalization. hijabs in the women’s clothing sec- While we can all agree that this trous unauthorized email server, her mented immigrants, introducing to weaken and make exceptions for tion because the market does not lies, her shifting positions, and her religious tests for entry into the ought to be indivisible and univer- violence is problematic, systemic demand it; the small specialty stores and – well, to be insensitive – noth- overall incompetence as a U.S. Sena- country, allowing punishments for sal? It is for our own sake that we selling them currently meet the de- tor and Secretary of State. Secretary abortion, renegotiating American unconditionally protect the speech ing new, I am wondering how far mand of the market. But I am ask- this domestic colonialism will push Clinton gives the awful impression debt etc. All self-evidently ridicu- and rights of bigots and the mal- ing a diferent question than “when of being willing to say or do any- lous and immoral ideas, all disquali- content. Because if we don’t, who Muslim women. Is the only way for will the market demand it?” I am the violence to end in the United thing for power, including jeopar- fable. will defend our rights when WE asking if there is a correlation to vio- dizing the integrity of elections, the Ten, of course, there was become the malcontent? Take care; States to accept the hijabi woman as lence ending and a prospect of hijab an agent of her own desire? Follow- safety of the country, and the inter- Trump’s general detachment of real- the frst thing they will go after is commodifcation. I am asking if the ests of a free and open society. Per- ity: his denial of statements he pre- our right to a free press, unmolested ing trends of second wave feminism only way for the United States to ac- and the rising trope of consumer haps this is no mistake, given who viously made on record, his stated by private or government intrusion. cept Muslim women as autonomous Clinton says she looks up to. When belief that climate change is a Chi- Defend this and the other universal fashion, makeup, dieting, etc., the human beings is to coerce them into trope of the “self-made woman” asked about how she would improve nese hoax, his suggestion that vac- freedoms you once besmirched in consuming symbols of their reli- the government, Secretary Clinton cines could cause autism. Perhaps the name of sensitivity and prog- commodifes Western norms of gion. Could the commercialization femininity into branded, purchas- boasted about her cozy relationship the most pernicious of these beliefs ress. Because these freedoms, our of Muslim woman’s appearance be with a previous Secretary of State, was that somehow the election was cherished universal and liberal and able items. Tis consumerism con- the only way to end this violence? tributes to the widespread myth that a man by the name of Henry Kiss- getting fxed against him. Tis led to secular freedoms, are all that stand Does overt physical violence have inger. Tat Clinton would accept Trump’s dangerous suggestion that between us and the precipice. American women are making en- to be ended by covert objectifca- tirely their own choices about their tion by assimilating them into the presented femininity (and in some cult of branding that other Ameri- ways, gender) because they are con- can women are subjected to? Is the suming it. Not only does this con- only way for this religious symbol fate American feminine selfhood to be accepted as a choice to make with a brand [of femininity], it also it an obvious consumerist choice? helps manipulate representations To feminize it as a consumer choice and paradigms of what it actually essential to Muslim-American femi- means to be an American woman. ninity? Is the fnal step to end West- Commodifying femininity through @TheBatesStudent ern colonialism to commodify and products and advertisements not redefne every sacred aspect of those only emphasizes the necessary deco- colonized in order to comprehend ration of the female body, it also their identity in terms of capitalism? facebook-instagram-twitter adds women into the problematic Benjamin Franklin narrative of the Question on the Quad What’s your fnals week looking like?

“Cell hell and orgo fnal “15-page time series, eco- on the same day and nomics reserch paper, and a “Two 15-page papers, a “This fnals week will social psych a day later. corresponding presentation. fnal exam, and perform- sure be a hard one, flled And an English presen- Visual meaning project and ing in a play.” with three papers and an tation.” -Sanah Hasan ‘19 a fnal review of all the work -Luke Mcnabb ‘17 exam.” - Alexander Hall for the class. Studio art the- ‘20 sis work.” -Colin Moller ‘17 The Bates Student December 7, 2016 News 4 Finals got you down?

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curred on December 2nd, from 3 to ment is hosting a dodgeball tourna- LUCIA BROWN 6 pm, in the Fireplace Lounge. ment in the Gray Cage. STAFF WRITER Te successful Self-Care Fair Perhaps the most well-known intermixed fun, calming activities fnals week event is the Campus Life Te three weeks between with relevant information on main- Study Break which occurs on Read- Tanksgiving and Christmas breaks taining one’s mental health during ing Day, December 12, in Chase are flled with late-night study ses- a stressful time. Te event included Hall from 7 to 10 pm. According to READ.THINK.SHARE. sions and never ending assignments. performances from acapella groups the Ofce of Campus Life, it “has Terefore, in order to relieve the Te Merimanders and TakeNote, as been a popular event just prior to f- stress of fnals week, you can partici- well as Te Strange Bedfellows, and nals. Last year there were stress pup- pate in various annual activities put the Mount David String Band. pies, snow-cones, a bouncy house on by Bates’ Active Minds club and Tara Humphries, a Multifaith and various other craft activities.” the Ofce of Campus Life. fellow at the Multifaith Chaplaincy, Mariam Hayrapetyan ‘19 is es- Bates’ Active Minds chapter is led a mindfulness and meditation pecially excited about the puppies. The Bates Student part of a national organization that workshop and students were edu- She exclaims that she “hopes the was created “to fght the stigma sur- cated about stress relief techniques. same dogs are there that were last rounding disability and mental ill- Lastly, members of the Student Sup- year. One of the puppies was espe- ness by raising awareness and foster- port Network and Psychological cially cute. Her name was Tilly!” ing dialogue about such diferences,” Services helped students learn about To fnd a complete list of De- according to its Facebook page. available mental health resources. cember Campus Life activities, you Usually at this time of year, the Te club also provided baked goods, can visit http://www.bates.edu/ club facilitates a “Mental Health tea, coloring books, and music. campus/events/this-months-events/. Week,” with activities and events Te Ofce of Campus Life For more information on the Ac- spread out throughout a whole will also once again host a variety tive Minds club, follow them on week. However, this year, according of study-break activities in the up- Facebook at Active Minds at Bates to Azure Reid-Russell ‘17, the club coming weeks. December 8th’s VCS College. leader, “we hoped to increase our at- concert will be a faculty and student tendance by compressing the whole showcase at 9 pm in the Benjamin week into a few hours.” Tus, they Mays Center. Te following night, created the Self-Care Fair, which oc- from 9 to 11 pm, Student Govern- Te Bates Student

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TORY DOBBIN and riot audio to generate a sense of ASSISTANT ARTS&LEISURE EDITOR chaos. Successful, I was shaken to my core and sat in stunned silence as the piece ended and cast members Each fall, Bates Dance come to- took their bows. gether to produce a fall concert; this Laura Pietropaoli ’17 presented fall, the concert included perfor- her thesis research with Claudia Lav- mances by DANC253: Repertory ista and Omar Carrum as the third Performance, DANC270: Improvi- piece. In this piece, Pietropaoli used sation, and thesis research by Laura color, sound, and wind to commu- Pietropaoli ’17. Repertory Perfor- nicate with the audience. As she mance involves the biweekly inte- moved through space, I saw themes gration of guest artists into regular of resistance, indulgence and uncer- technique class and choreography. tainty. Pietropaoli approached four Tese artists then set a piece on stu- fans gradually throughout the piece. dents during their two week residen- However, I did not know if they cies at Bates. Tese pieces compose were a tool for creating a certain the majority of the performance, visual aesthetic in her costume or a and provide insight towards the meaningful prop within the theme wider world of dance performance of resistance. Regardless, the piece and creation. Johanna Hayes ’19 and Allison Ricciardi ’17 perform together kept me thinking and engaged. Te concert opened with a in the Fall Dance Concert. DREW PERLMUTTER/THE BATES As the concert continued, the dramatic and mysterious work by STUDENT Repertory Performance group piece Takehiro Ueyama of Japan. As that Lavista and Carrum set took the lights slowly came up, I started the stage. To me, this piece explored to see spastic movements and hear humanity and abstract relationships. violent whispers. I noticed both A group of duets that demonstrate overwhelming fog and a stage- intimacy and tension convinced length fabric that appeared to both me that this piece would question contain and connect all dancers to- healthy friendship and needs, and gether through holes for their heads. the fnal section exemplifed these. Slowly Becca Howard ’19 produced As one dancer lays relatively calmly, erratic and human movements to another appears to go mad over her the sound of mechanical chaos in a body. Other dancers must restrain solo. Te fog still covered the stage the mad dancer, and the extremity and prevented the lights from fully of that particular relationship em- illuminating the stage, so audience The dance concert featured works phasized the difculty inherent in members could hardly discern the Isabella Del Priore ’19 is lifted in the Fall Dance Concert. by international and local artists. interpersonal relationships. entrance of new dancers until they DREW PERLMUTTER/THE BATES STUDENT DREW PERLMUTTER/THE BATES STUDENT In “24 Cooks: an Improvisa- were front and center. As the piece tion,” I noticed the energetic nature progressed, I noticed the detail of by which all the performers were dancers’ gray-white faces reminis- engaging with each other and their cent of a Parisian clown’s make-up. environment. Te improvisation As the piece comes to a close, two demonstrated a much-appreciated dancers mimic the opening image of break from the gravity of the other the fabric, and I am left questioning pieces. Lead by amusing vocaliza- the symbolism of the fabric in rela- tions, the repetition and manipu- tion to group dynamics. Ueyama’s lation that this improvisation pre- work made me question sanity, na- sented were both entertaining and ture and technology, and human meaningful. relationships. Further, the frenetic, Finally, Visiting Assistant Pro- tense and original live sound score fessor of Dance Julie Fox’s playful operationalized the dancers’ distress. piece closed out the concert. Begin- In all, an evocative piece. ning like a cookbook or instruction Following Ueyama is Bates packet, the piece swiftly descended Dance icon Sean Dorsey. Dorsey, into organized chaos. I saw some on his second Repertory Perfor- traditional ballet movements and mance residency, set a recent piece patterns, such as an across-the-foor about the HIV/AIDS epidemic in combination and pas de chats. Pro- relation to the LGBTQ+ commu- fessor Fox also projected the “night nity. Tis piece elicited tears in sev- sky” on the traveler, which gradually eral audience members due to the flled with stars, alluding to the title emotional and upsetting subject; “How to Make a Moon.” however, Dorsey successfully com- After the curtain went down municates his message through the on the last piece, I am left still pro- humanity in his movements. For cessing the emotions, symbols and this piece, Bates dancers were split themes of the night. After entranc- into two groups to perform either ing me in the movements and sto- the soft, dream-like portion or the ries, I am excited to experience the quick, dramatic portion. Both next performances that the Bates groups came together in the last sec- Dance Department produces. tion, in which Dorsey used police Bates dancers perform in a piece choreographed by Professor Julie Fox. DREW PERLMUTTER/THE BATES STUDENT See DANCE, PAGE 6 Bates’ favorite Tall Heights brings life to VCS The musical group brought their original music to campus to create another evening of warmth and entertainment. developed close connections to the RILEY HOPKINS audience; they shared their awkward MANAGING ARTS&LEISURE EDITOR yet warm personalities and told sto- Aside from the chai and cookies, ries they have gathered throughout the best part about Village Club Se- their time on tour. Getting the Bates ries is listening to original music for students to chuckle certainly does an evening every single Tursday. not hurt their reputation here. Tis semester’s performance roster Several of the songs they per- has truly been stacked - from Ryan- formed were from their newest al- hood, to Elizabeth Acevedo, to the bum Neptune, released in August incredible student artists and now of this year. Te songs consisted of Tall Heights. On Tursday, Decem- multi-leveled harmonies that varied ber 1, the Mays Center welcomed in range. Te vocal ranges of the art- an overwhelming student turnout ists were truly magnifed throughout to see this popular group perform. the night. What was most striking, Tall Heights always attracts a however, was how they transformed large crowd, but I was unprepared their usual acoustic vibe to a more for the sea of Batesies I walked into technical foundation, epitomizing when I opened the doors. I got there the VCS experience. a little late, so there was no chance Te song “Two Blue Eyes” was of grabbing a chair, wall space or a perfect example of this. Not only even a good glimpse of the stage. did they show of their vocal skills, Tim Harrington and Paul Wright stun the audience at VCS with their original music. Despite this, the chill atmosphere but lyrics like “I fell in love with two DREW PERLMUTTER/THE BATES STUDENT was tangible. Te dim lighting and blue eyes and that’s you,” melted casual set-up of the space created an the hearts of those listening, a feat heartbreak. Te gradual buildup of music is always transformative and member will perform for about 20 intimate and inviting environment. not unusual for Tall Heights. Tere tempo and energy creates a climax innovative. minutes. Smedley and Akhtar will I think it goes without saying that was a perfect balance of electric and around the third chorus but then VCS next week includes a facul- be playing the guitar and Dresdner VCS efectively rids me of work acoustic mastery. Te entirety of the dies back down for the end of the ty and staf showcase featuring Pro- will bring the accordion to the stage. stress, especially with fnals right song had a steady tempo that was song. Tey discuss the cycle of gain fessor John Smedley from the En- Tis is defnitely something you will around the corner. easy to digest yet captured attention and loss of spirit and dreams. All of vironmental Studies Department, want to go to for the last VCS of the Cellist Tim Harrington and the whole time. their originals carry an aura that ap- Assistant Professor Ali Akhtar in semester! guitarist Paul Wright were accom- “Spirit Cold” is an easy listen, peals to Bates students and brings the Classical and Medieval Studies panied by a drummer. In between at least for me, because it did not them back year after year. No mat- Department and Associated Chap- their songs, Harrington and Wright project thematic ideas of love or ter the content of their songs, their lain Sruli Dresdner. Each faculty The Bates Student December 7, 2016 6 Arts & Leisure The Pillowman Preview I am a large athlete- informal conversation about the read some articles and interviews on ARIEL ABONIZIO show. McDonagh’s writing process. When STAFF WRITER Tis frst impression is just as to he was describing his creation pro- Allow me to explain I have always liked to walk into be expected given that the director cess for another play to Te Guard- plays that I have never heard about. is Samuel Wheeler ’17. I have the ian, he mentioned that he “had to Tere is something magical about pleasure to have Sam as a friend and fnd the story and let the issues just entering a completely new world; he is a very talented performer, actor bubble underneath.” Wheeler, in my paper cup use you have read no previews, no and director. He has a very peculiar our conversation, mentioned that Jones movie bro? Remember when guides, no scripts, no cast, no title. taste and I can only expect the unex- “allowing the audience to pull what NICO LEMUS the guy drinks from what he thinks More often than not, I recommend pected when it comes down to Te they want and directing it in such STAFF WRITER is the grail but then the knight says doing that. Pillowman. a fashion where it does not spoon- “you chose poorly” and he withers Unfortunately, we can not al- In an interview, Wheeler told feeding the audience was a goal from Hey, what’s up bro. I just got away to a lifeless husk? Tat’ll hap- ways just jump in and allow our- me he fell in love with the Irish dark the start.” If there is one thing I am back from lifting. I’m wicked thirsty. pen to me if I ever drink from a plas- selves to experience something new. comedy and storytelling during his sure is that Wheeler and McDonagh Absolutely parched beyond saving. I tic cup. Batesies know very well that fnals semester abroad in Dublin, Ireland. interested in taking complexity to am as dry as a lunar mare. I need I ran some numbers. I use two week is approaching fast, so here is His fascination with Te Pillowman another level. Art can be beautiful some electrolytes, bro. Bro, I need of these paper cups a day, four hun- the incentive you needed to watch is evident in his words: “Everybody and gruesome, bittersweet, warm some electrolytes. I am desperately dred or so a year. I probably use Te Pillowman this weekend (Dec loves stories. My favorite thing and dark… all at the same time. Te hypertonic. No bro, get that ef- more. Sometimes I need to double- 8-12, tickets recommended). about stories like Te Pillowman Pillowman seems to be the kind of cient and reusable plastic cup away cup. I need the double-cup for the One hour before the show starts is that even in their gruesomeness, play in which it is impossible not to from me. I don’t care how long I’ve double-dose of ‘Rade, you dig? Tis you will probably fnd yourself pon- there is still beauty.” Wheeler also re- be excited. had to adjust my habits to my en- body (this feat of engineering) needs dering: “should I really watch Te vealed that, although it is a dark and Tis next weekend, I invite you vironment – begone with that cup. to double-cup on the odd occasion, Pillowman or should I study for [in- profound show, it is also hilarious. to expect the unexpected with me at Bro, I need something slightly big- once in a new moon or blue moon clude random fnal exam]?” I can say One thing that surprised me Gannett Teater. I challenge you to ger for my massive and dexterous or whatever. with a fair amount of certainty that very much is how little people were see theater diferently: theater can be hands. My hands are hubcap large; May I empty this contoured you would be better of by watch- willing to reveal about the actual your break from “study,” but “study” they have their own postal codes, head of mine? Bro, may I philoso- ing Te Pillowman. If you choose plot. “A writer in a totalitarian state can also be your break from theater. coordinatures. Te average twelve- phize? Listen to this paradox: I will not to watch it and you are anything is brought in for questioning about Art has a transformative potential ounce plastic cup will disappear in sit at the table closest to the foun- like me, you will spend your time the linkage of his gruesome short that should not be overlooked. Te the wasteland of my palm. tains, which would allow me the procrastinating rather than study- stories to child murders that have playwright is described as having Tese hands (these instruments) most ease when reflling a regular ing. Little you know, but you would been occurring. Tat’s the basic “a punk spirit” by Te Guardian. are too full of vigor and strength. I sized cup, but I will use this paper have missed a great show. premise of the show without giving But truly, I got my cue when Sam need something bigger, in the 14-16 cup so I won’t have to get up as Te plot is acclaimed. Te Pil- many secrets away,” Wheeler told Wheeler and I crossed paths by oz. range, more suited to my Her- many times, compromising the util- lowman won the Laurence Oliver me in interview. All I know is that it chance one day. Even though he was culean athletic frame. Your average ity of my position. You’d think for Award for Best New Play in 2004. will be heavy, intense and complex. visibly excited about the show, all he plastic cup will shatter under the el- an econ major I’d understand utility. Martin McDonagh, author of Te I have heard rumors of an amazing said was that Te Pillowman was go- ephantic power of my digits; I am It’s pretty wicked, bro. Bro. Pillowman, is known for having an soundtrack as well. As I started to ing to be incredibly deep… Some- a human hydraulic press. I need a Watch me drink out of this explosive and violent writing style. ask more and more questions about times a play can reveal much more cup with give; something that will paper cup. You are watching me He is considered one of the best the play, everyone told me the same: about humanity, life and justice mold to the infuence of these in- spread myself across the face of this Irish playwrights alive. “You think “I don’t want to ruin it for you. You than a dozen textbooks combined. credible, masculine paws. Bro, I earth, consuming, reaching like an you fgured it out and then every- got to take your own conclusions You must see it for yourself. am in dire need of a paper cup. My oil spill. Can you contain me? Tis thing changes… Tis happens every when you see it.” hydration depends on it. Wait, bro, powder blue button-down and kha- 15 minutes in this play,” a friend It strikes me that Wheeler and what? Tese cups are intended as to- ki combination certainly cannot. from theater tech mentioned in an McDonagh have similar goals. I go carriers for hot drinks? Te vox Watch me proliferate. Watch me populi is pleading for the reduction violate. Watch me exploit. Watch of paper cup use? How dare they. I me wither forests and drain rivers. am a throbbing beacon of male vi- Watch me replace the essence of the Largest group of studio art ma- rility. My body is a chufng, pul- natural world with my own. I will sating machine: I need to fuel it, strangle Gaia, mother goddess, to Photo caption. PHOTO CREDIT/PHOTO CREDIT maintain it, regulate it. I need my submission with my full, calloused liquids in tight, logistical order. I am man-hands. I am master of bodies: jors shows promising thesis work the modern Tantalus. Tese lips can mine and all others. I will dominate only touch reinforced paper. I can- this Earth one cup at a time. not drink from any other cup; this is Seniors Hannah Tardie, Calvin Reedy, Mary Schwalbe and my grail. You ever seen that Indiana Alyssa Dole discuss their studio work thus far. DANCE EMILY JOLKOVSKY “Growing up in America, especially berculosis was viewed as a beautiful CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5 STAFF WRITER as a Black person surrounded by way to die.” Disturbed by thinking Tis year is a particularly excit- white people, is going to make your about how disease can be beautiful, ing one for the Art and Visual Cul- race salient to you, it’s always been Schwalbe’s exploratory phase of her ture Department; with 17 seniors, something that I’ve had in my life.” painting series is focused on how it is the largest class of Studio Art Frustrated with a narrow representa- “there really is a historical context majors that Bates has seen yet. As tion of Black roles, Reedy wanted to for women sufering separately and a Studio Art thesis occupies both make a series depicting what black silently.” semesters and Bates is a rather rich men are normally not seen as: inti- Dole, whose consideration of community for the arts, I could not mate, loving and vulnerable. Paint- representation also inspired her wait until the Annual Senior Exhibi- ing their cheeks with real gold, the work, uses documentary photogra- tion to see what is being produced. photographer “adds connotations of phy to give people a voice. In a Hu- In an attempt to satisfy all of our worth and value, while also referenc- mans of New York style, Dole pho- curiosities, I met with four seniors, ing the idea of price and the Trans- tographs and interviews members of Hannah Tardie, Calvin Reedy, Mary atlantic slave trade that exploited the the Lewiston-Auburn community. Schwalbe and Alyssa Dole, to talk Black body to build wealth.” Having Curious about the diferent views of about their bodies of work. successfully captured the Black man life that diferent people may have, As a double major in Studio Art “with a certain agency that is often Dole originally wanted to portray and English, Tardie incorporates po- taken away from us,” Reedy has an new Mainers. Soon fnding dif- etry into her installation work. Te exciting semester ahead, flled with culties in accessing such a specifc fact that the “female body has been refning his already powerful series population, the “process frst semes- The group runs “How to Make a Moon” in dress rehearsal. excluded from literature as a thing and fnding methods of presenta- ter was very much revolved around DREW PERLMUTTER/THE BATES STUDENT that has a brain and can be autono- tion that will emphasize the impact- learning what worked well… now mous, smart and creative, [and that] ful experience for viewers. that I’ve fgured that out, I feel con- art, just in its basic, formal elements Schwalbe continues in this di- fdent going forward that I can pro- is based of of being a man” has in- rection with her project; while her duce more photographs of higher spired her to craft feminine objects. work looks at the experience of be- quality.” Tough it depends on what And while Tardie draws on a contra- ing a woman, she focuses on what people are comfortable with shar- diction in her work, noting that, on is beautiful and grotesque. Having ing, Dole hopes to present the fnal one hand, creating representation of spent a lot of time in Philosophy portraits with the subjects’ stories; women is important, on the other and English courses thinking about “everyone has such unique stories,” it is “ridiculous … like why is my beauty standards and the syntax and while portraiture is complete in body being feminized.” Pushing past involved, Schwalbe thinks that itself, the background adds a touch this feminist puzzle of representing “beauty is something terrifying.” To that makes it deal more with indi- without necessitating or objectify- her, beauty is more raw than what is viduals. ing, Tardie is well on her way to cre- messaged through pop culture and Tough the seniors that I spoke ating an extremely successful body is more easily found in a medical to seem to all be in diferent phases of work that is neither an autobi- textbook. Growing up in a medical of their production, what has been ography nor a representation of the household and looking at depictions produced thus far is impressive. For female experience, “because there is of chronic diseases inspired the artist more of a sneak peak, the incom- no one female experience.” to explore the relationship between plete work of all 17 students is hang- In a similar vein, photographer beauty, weight and illness. “Histori- ing on the wall of the second foor Reedy is focusing on creating a new cally, women in painting are pale in Olin. and frail and have consumption--tu- Dancers rely on each other in each performance. DREW PERLMUTTER/ kind of representation for black men. THE BATES STUDENT

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Each piece demonstrates the work the dancers put into the concert all semester. DREW PERLMUTTER/THE BATES STUDENT The Bates Student December 7, 2016 Sports 7 Women and Men’s An alphabetical Swim and Dive stocks journey into the Bates’ aquatics program is set for another stellar season. English Premier peak performance is truly the ulti- a group of nine swimmers to the JAMO KARSTEN mate in college swimming,” said national meet last year where Bates MANAGING SPORTS EDITOR Casares. fnished 12th overall. But Casares Tis is the challenge for any thinks this year’s group, if anything League: B swim team, to match up the ulti- is marked by its depth. “Breakout M Swim & Dive mate meet of the season with their performances and national level window of peak performance, and it swims exist in all 25 women - we’ve Sta writer ohn eufeld will be the challenge this team will simply never had this balance and Last year’s men’s swim and dive have to rise up to this year. depth among all four classes before,” continues his examination of this team fnished ffth in the NESCAC, Look for this year’s squad to fn- he said. tied for the team’s best ever fnish ish in the top four of the NESCAC, Peaking at the right time is key year’s Premier League teams; this week at the conference meet. Tis year break several team and pool records, for a perennially competitive team they are intent on improving that and send a strong, if small, contin- like this one, but balancing that ap- includes teams starting with the letter mark, with their eyes set on sending gent of swimmers to the national proach with performing well at both B, Burnley FC and Bournemouth. a strong contingent of swimmers to meet. the NESCAC meet and the subse- the national meet as well. quent national meet, can prove chal- “On the men’s side our depth lenging. “Can we be fully invested in an amazing NESCAC champs expe- a training ground next to their sta- and talent could be the strongest we JOHN NEUFELD dium have ever had,” said head coach Pe- W Swim & Dive rience while balancing our National STAFF WRITER ter Casares, who is in his 9th year as meet goals... sacrifcing neither and embracing both?” he queried. It will A.F.C. Bournemouth (Te Bates’ aquatics director. “We have Burnley FC (Te Clarets) Cherries) many great leaders in the senior certainly be a challenge, but if any class, led by our three captains Dan team can do it, this one can. Bates’ women’s swim and dive Overview: Te team is based in Overview: A.F.C. Bournemouth Walpole, Jack Dina, and Josh Rines. Te women’s diving squad will team is in many ways the crowning Burnley, Lancashire and was found- plays out of Bournemouth, Dorset All three are poised for breakout be led by Emma Jarczyk ‘17, a three jewel of Bates athletics. Te last two ed in 1882 by a rugby team. Tey and was founded in 1890 as part of seasons and can give both the NE- time all-NESCAC diver, and three- years they have fnished second and have won the Football League twice the Boscombe St. John’s Lads’ In- SCAC Championship and national time regionals competitor, hoping third in the NESCAC, and are ex- (1921, 1960), the FA Cup once stitute. Tey are called the Cherries meets a real run.” Tese senior lead- to get over the hump and make her pected to fnish near, if not at, the (1914), and the Community Shield due to their cherry-red striped shirts ers are backed by a solid junior class debut at the national meet this year. top again this year. “After seeing the twice (1960, 1973). Last year they and the fact that their stadium was of swimmers that include All-Amer- Te divers will be instrumental for team train and compete this frst won the Championship League to built next to some cherry orchards. icans Teddy Pender ‘18 and Riley the team as a whole, tallying a lot month, I have some big goals for get promoted to the Premier League Teir current manager, Eddie Howe, Ewing ‘18, who are poised to make of points throughout the season. this group that I think can happen,” for the current season. began as a caretaker before becom- return trips to the national meet this Tis year’s team, hard as it might said Casares. “I know we have the ing the youngest manager in the year. While these individual swim- be to do, will improve on last years talent, they just need to make sure Stadium: Turf Moor Football League at the age of 31. In mers will standout during the up- showing. Look for them to top the they stay healthy and peak at the the 2014-15 season, he led them to coming season, the men’s team is NESCAC at the conference meet right moment.” Notable players: a Championship title and their frst not featuring any divers this year. this year, and crack the top ten at Tis year’s team is returning Tom Heaton, GK (current) promotion into the Premier League. Tis challenge won’t pose any prob- nationals. eight All-American swimmers, in- Sam Vokes, F (current) Te current season is their second in lems for the team’s individual and cluding star, Sara Daher ‘17, who George Beel, F (1923-1932) the top fight in Englad, avoiding relay eforts in the pool, but could fnished second in the country last Danny Ings, F (2011-2015) relegation last year. Tey have won hurt them during the regular season year in the 200-medley. Daher, Jerry Dawson, GK (1907-1928) both the second and third tiers. in meets that are scored based on to- who has amassed 17 All-American Jimmy McIlroy, M (1950-1962) tal team points. honors in her illustrious career, led Stadium: Dean Court “Te ability to endure and reach Fun facts: One of three teams to have won Notable players: all four professional divisions of Eddie Howe, D (1994-2002, English football (Burnley, Wolver- 2004-2007) hampton, Preston North End) Callum Wilson, F (Present) Teir colors, claret and blue, Harry Arter, M (Present) were chosen in 1910 to honor Aston Dickie Dowsett, F (1957-1962) Villa, the best team at the time Have used one stadium for the Fun facts: second longest amount of time Tey have changed their name Known for the earliest recorded 4 times case of match fxing in soccer (1899) Sufered from fnancial woes in UPCOMING First team in the world to build recent past HOME EVENTS Squash teams reel off winning streaks

Squash teams are undefeated after dropping their opening matches Women’s Basketball @ St. Joes against perennial powerhouse Trinity. Thursday 12/8, 5 pm Garon Rothenburg ‘20 have also JAMO KARSTEN made a splash in their frst collegiate MANAGING SPORTS EDITOR season, contributing steadily in the middle of the team’s lineup. Te Bates squash teams are of Te women’s side has seen simi- to a phenomenal start to the 2016- lar success. Te team is sitting on 17 season. After both the men’s and a 6-1 record and are ranked 16th Men’s Basketball vs Bowdoin women’s teams dropped their open- in the country after reeling of fve ing matches against Trinity, they consecutive victories over the past Wednesday 12/7, 7 pm have gone on to win a collective 10 two weeks. Te top of the ladder matches in a row. has been led by youngsters Kristyna Te men’s team is currently 4-1, Alexova ‘19 and Luca Polgar ‘20 and have only dropped two individ- who have tallied 5-2 and 6-1 per- ual matches during their four match sonal records respectively so far this winning streak. Tey shutout Con- season. Molly Brooks ‘19 has not necticut College and Bowdoin 9-0, yet lost this season, putting up a per- and followed up those two defni- fect 7-0 record. Women’s Basketball @ Bowdoin tive victories with a pair of 8-1 vic- Both teams will break for a full tories over Wesleyan and Dickinson month through the holidays, and Saturday 12/10, 3 pm at the Wesleyan round robin this will have to rally come the new year past weekend. Ahmed Hatata ‘17 if they want to build on their early and Darrius Campbell ‘17 have an- success. Te squash season resumes chored the top of the ladder for the January 7 as both teams take on Bobcats, tallying a collective record Middlebury away. of 7-2. Graham Bonnell ‘20 and Men’s Basketball vs Colby Saturday 12/10, 6 pm CORRECTION: In an article published in the November 16 issue of Te Student, a source was used without permission in dis- cussing the character of former Bates squash player Ahmed Abdel Khalek ‘16. Tis piece of information was improperly published, and we regret the error. Te quote has since been withdrawn from the online @TheBatesStudentversion of the article. Sports 8 The Bates Student December 7, 2016

Men’s and Women’s Basketball Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball start seasons strong Marcus Delpeche ‘17 and Malcolm Delpeche ‘17 have led the way for the men’s squad, while Cop- pola and avenport have stued the stat sheet for the womens team thus far.

Allie Coppola ‘17, Bernadette Connors ‘17, Lyse Henshaw ‘18 and Nina Davenport ‘18 take the court last week against UNE. JOHN NEUFELD/THE BATES STUDENT

GRIFFIN GOLDEN ASSISTANT SPORTS EDITOR

As students dust of their winter coats and bean boots, basketball season is now in full swing. Te Bates Men’s basketball team has enjoyed a strong start to the 2016-17 season, compiling a 4-2 record against tough competition. Twins Malcolm Delpeche ‘17 and Marcus Delpeche ‘17 have been the standouts for the team. Stand- ing at 6’8 and 6’7 respectively, the brothers have used their elite ath- leticism to demoralize opposing big men. Marcus is averaging a double- double with 11.1 rebounds per game (#1 in NESCAC) and 13.3 points, all while shooting over 50 percent from the feld. Malcolm is also shooting over 50 percent, averaging 14.3 points per game and 9.1 rebounds. His 3.7 blocks per game average is tied for second in the country. Malcolm needs just one more swat to break the Bates career block record set by Dave Larrivee ‘88. Te Delaware natives turned in their best performance against Southern Maine. Te brothers combined to score 48 points, while missing only four total shots; Marcus’ 29 points was a career high. In addi- tion, they both grabbed more than 10 rebounds and Malcolm set the single game team record with seven blocks. With the Delpeches fring Nina Davenport ‘18 drives through the lane against three UNE defenders. JOHN NEUFELD/THE BATES STUDENT on all cylinders, the Garnet and White cruised to an 81-71 win. which does not include a 21 re- Max Hummel ‘19 has also been bound performance in a scrimmage impressive so far. He is third on the against Central Maine Community team in points with 11.5 ppg, and College. Her best game came in a has consistently shown he can knock win against Southern Maine, where down key jumpers. Against the Uni- she pulled down 12 rebounds, versity of New England, Hummel dished out four assists and scored 17 started out the game hot and fn- points on efcient 7-14 shooting; ished with a career high 22 points. she then earned Maine Co-Player of In the absence of starting point the Week for this all-around perfor- guard Shawn Strickland (foot in- mance. jury), Jerome Darling ‘17 has pro- Leading in scoring for the Bob- vided a steady presence in the back- cats thus far is Nina Davenport ‘18. court. Freshman guards, Tom Coyne Although her shooting touch has ‘19 and Nick Gilpin ‘19, have also been slightly of, Davenport has stepped up. shown she has the confdence to take Te Bobcats will continue the and make big shots. She is averaging season this week with a pair of home almost eight three-point attempts games against Bowdoin and Colby. per game, which is just two less than Meanwhile, the Bates women’s sharpshooter Stephen Curry’s aver- basketball team has started the sea- age this season. Her 14.5 points per son with a 2-2 record. game ranks second in the NESCAC. Forward Allie Coppola has Women’s basketball will take on been a standout for the Garnet and St. Joseph’s and Bowdoin this week. White. Coppola is averaging a NE- SCAC high ten rebounds per game, Bernadette Connors ‘17 locks down on defense. JOHN NEUFELD/THE BATES STUDENT