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PublishedC by the olbyStudents of since 1877 April 26, 2018 Volume CXXXX, No.E 17 CHO Waterville, This issue is in honor of Peter Cronkite ’15, 1993-2015 The Echo covers spring 2018 Trustee Report By Addie Bullock The success of the board is root- sist in their work on the Board. Associate Editor ed in the diversity of experiences Rosengren is passionate about and perspectives of its members, revitalizing the cities who have, Twice a year, a select group of with bankers, economists, doctors like Waterville, fallen upon hard alumni and friends of Colby that and scientists all included. Rosen- times since the disappearance make up the governing board of gren points out that, “Colby really of manufacturing and lumber the College gather on the Hill to views the liberal arts as a very sig- markets. He commented, “In make decisions on topics ranging nificant component of what we do, the past year and a half, there from the yearly budget to academ- and so I think that’s represented has been more development ic culture. April 20-22 marked the around the table… That diversity occurring in downtown Water- second assembly of trustees on of experience is really valuable.” ville than has occurred in the Colby’s campus this academic year, Rosengren also pointed out that previous 40 years.” When asked with an off site meeting held in not only did a vast majority of the about gentrification, Rosengren Boston this past Feb. TheEcho sat Board attend Colby, there are also said the growth represents an down with Chair of the Board Eric parents of current or past Colby opportunity for everyone, and Rosengren ’79, the president and students, allowing them to be at- that the movement to get more CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank tuned to issues on campus. employers and economic vi- of Boston, and vice chairs Jeffrey brancy back into Waterville will Packman ’88, chief development allow everyone to benefit from officer of Clementia Pharmaceu- this revitalization. Biddle also ticals, and Leslie Dougherty Bid- “In the past year voiced her excitement on this dle ’89, a partner and president of and a half, there subject, and has worked on the Serengeti Asset Management. Waterville sub committee for This meeting covered a variety has been more four years. She said, “putting of issues, with the Bigelow Lab, 200 heartbeats downtown is go- College communications strategy, development oc- ing to change things. I’m really financing the new athletic cen- curing in down- passionate about what’s happen- ter and downtown development ing downtown, and I think the dominating the conversation over town Waterville students want to be connected the two days of meetings. than has occured to the community.” The Bigelow Laboratory for Packman is particularly excited Ocean Sciences was an import- in the past 40 about the role of DavisConnects ant topic of conversation as its in providing universal access and relationship with the College con- y e ar s .” experiences to students, saying tinues to evolve to maximize the that this is “really quite unique in partnership. This is just one of the Eric Rosengren higher education.” He also dis- many partnerships with labs and Chair of the Board of Trustees cussed the Colby Museum, add- Courtsey of Peter Brown other organizations in Maine that & Class of 1979 ing that “the leadership of the Art Over 500 admitted students visited Colby this weekend. Many of them en- represent a unique opportunity Museum and the things that are joyed food trucks from the Maine area, including Urban Sugar and Fishin’ Ships. for students to gain experience in going on with the Lunder institute the field. and Mr. Gates, they take the Col- Rosengren addressed improv- Unsurprisingly, the topic of by College Art Museum and ele- campaign, Rosengren stated “The the exciting things going on here on that Colby is in the best pos- ing communications infrastruc- Waterville revitalization was a vate it to the level of conversation goal is to excite people to give the campus and in Waterville. He con- sible position to attract the ture for students, faculty and staff, popular one this weekend, with with the greatest museums in the kind of money that is necessary ceded, however, that the New York best possible talent, and mak- alumni, and prospective students, Rosengren meeting with over 100 country, if not the world.” to propel Colby over time.” He City event in particular drew some ing sure that kids that don’t pointing to the challenges of a 24 local members of the community The Board also discussed how continues, saying that Dare North- criticism, but said it also garnered have the resources to pay for hour news culture as an obstacle to to discuss these efforts. The board to better integrate the Art Mu- ward is a marketing campaign a lot of attention from the alumni it, finding a way to pay for it.” effectively communicating Colby’s commented that many alumni seum’s Board with the College’s designed to engage everyone, and community. Rosengren added “this If going need blind is the best news and achievements. and important College leaders Trustees. Having two separate the money raised during this com- campaign is the way of funding our way, the Board is committed The athletic center, which will have long been interested in in- governing bodies allows for the prehensive campaign is funding a dreams... unfortunately, dreams don’t to instituting these policies. cost an estimated $200 million vesting back in Waterville, but Museum’s leadership to focus on lot of programs that are unique to come for free, so we have to find a As Biddle put it, the board in addition to $25 million for that President David A. Greene cultivating collections, attract- Colby and reliant on raising this way to fund these dreams.” realized several years ago that maintenance, was discussed as had the vision and experience to ing top level art world talent and kind of capital. “There are a lot of Many students have ques- they all shared the belief that the facility is not currently fully make it happen. A source report- heightening the profile of the Mu- elements to the campaign that are a tioned why the College has “Colby is a jewel, but we want funded. A video simulation of ed that it was announced during seum. However, there is still signif- little non traditional, even the Dare not gone need blind in light to be better known for it.” All the athletic center was also pre- these meetings that Urban Sugar, icant overlap between the two. For Northward marketing campaign” of the fact that they are cur- three trustees voiced their sented in the Committee of the a donut shop best known for its example, Paula Lunder D.F.A ’98, ,Rosengren acknowledged. rently trying to raise $750 shared commitment and vi- Whole, which all trustees, several location at Sugarloaf, is coming to serves on the board of trustees and Packman added that the City million. Biddle pointed to sion for Colby as a world class members of the administration, Waterville in the next few months. is heavily involved in the CMA and launches have been customized to- Colby’s consistent prioritiza- institution with potential to selected faculty and student rep- Rosengren and Packman the Lunder Institute. wards the City and Colby alumni, tion of financial aid, includ- transform our current idea resentatives attend before break- use their personal experiences When asked about the student and that their purpose is to bring to- ing the new $60,000 income of what a liberal arts educa- ing into their sub-committees. from their time at Colby to as- criticism of the Dare Northward gether alum of all ages to learn about policy, saying, “making sure tion means. Colby subject to Justice Dept. antitrust probe By Peg Schreiner attend the institution, and cations may be cancelled or their Co-Editor-in-Chief should therefore only apply acceptances rescinded. ED to one institution. While only 200 of the roughly Early decision (ED) deter- The New York Times gained 4,000 colleges and universities in minations at NESCACs have a copy of the letter, which said the U.S. offer ED applications, a become a Justice Department that the investigation focused majority of the NESCAC, in- case. A current probe is ex- on “a potential agreement be- cluding , Bowdoin amining if colleges and uni- tween colleges relating to their College, , Ham- versities are in violation of early decision practices.” ilton College, Wesleyan College, antitrust laws in exchanging The Times reported that this , Tufts College information on prospective investigation is in response to and , have high school seniors in order to a 2016 U.S. News article where confirmed that they are subject make ED selections. The An- Amherst College’s dean of ad- to the probe. Other prestigious titrust Division of the Justice missions commented that the peer institutions incuding Grin- Department is responsible for college shared a list of students nell college, Pomona College and enforcing fair consumer and admitted through the ED process Wellesley College also confirmed market methods, and in early with about 30 peer institutions. that they received letters. April, sent a letter to several The Justice Department is also Matt Proto, Dean of Ad- colleges and universities re- investigating a case of affirmative missions and Financial Aid, questing that they save all re- action at Harvard University af- told the Echo “We received cords of communication with ter Asian American students filed a letter directing us to pre- individuals at other schools re- a discrimination lawsuit. serve specific admissions garding sharing or exchanging This exchanging of information documents. Of course, we admissions records. serves the purpose of ensuring are complying with the doc- Early Decision (ED), a pro- that prospective students have not ument preservation instruc- gram Colby offers in both applied to multiple schools under tions we received.” Eric November and January, al- a binding application. While ED Rosengren ’79, chairman of Courtsey of the Colby Volunteer Center lows students to apply earlier acceptances are not legally bind- the Board of Trustees, also in the year than the Regular ing, students can only be released told the Echo that the school Hundreds of students volunteer for Colby Cares Day to give back to the com- Decision (RD) deadline. This due to financial or familial issues. is complying with the investi- munity. The community festival had a record attendance. See page 2 for story. program is binding, meaning If students do attempt to get out of gation, but cannot comment that if accepted, students must their contract, their other appli- further at this time.

Maine mourns Barbara Photokohli: putting Where did the Andre Men’s vic- Mingle with a Mule Bush Colby on the map go? tory p. 4 p. 3 p. 5 p. 6 p. 7 Page 2 | News April 26, 2018 Athletes shed liht on reasons for quitting

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One of the most referenced justifications for athletes quitting their teams at Colby is poor athletic performance. As Colby continues to invest more in their coaching staff, recruitment and new athletic facility, this might change.

By Emily Price Colby, Coach Cosgrove ex- racing at Colby but when lot of my good friends on why athletes quit. Cosgrove it lends itself to exploring News Reporter plained, “I think the thing I fractured my tibia at the the team either graduated discussed how he plans to many disciplines and activ- that struck me was that there end of my freshman sea- or were cut or injured, but change the environment on ities at an extraordinarily In the past few years, the obviously is a tremendous son I realized how much I also because the the football team to boost high level. I’ve been so im- Colby administration has amount of competition in loved school as well. Being guys took it really seriously team morale, “I think the pressed with the active na- made tremendous strides the classroom as well as on injured in the spring really yet there was no reward: we biggest and most important ture of our campus through in improving the athletic the field. It really highlights interfered with school and I kept doing horrible. It got thing coaches can do today activities such as iPlay, club department. Colby athletics the importance of academ- realized that the sacrifices I to the point where I wasn’t is to create enthusiasm for sports, fitness classes, or have historically been con- ics. Athletes are really here was making for skiing were working towards baseball the sport. If people are still varsity athletics, and I am sidered “middle of the pack” to play the game rather than no longer worth it.” nearly as much as before and playing, it means that they energized by the College’s among other NESCACs, to play for a scholarship. The Many Colby athletes come my grades were still poor, have had success in their commitment to promoting with a few exceptions. Be- concern that I have with my to Colby for its academics; and I thought it was unfair sports; it is something that is a healthy, athletic lifestyle tween hiring new athlet- team is that there is a num- being able to participate in to myself and the team to part of their makeup. A stu- throughout the entire com- ic directors and staff and ber of kids that have left. I athletics is an added bonus. put a lot of time in and little dent-athlete is an extremely munity. The new outdoor investing in an entire new think there are two factors When athletics start inter- effort. So to sum it up, it was accomplished academic and competition center is used athletic center, it is clear to this: one is that they are fering with academic oppor- mostly a grades thing but I athletic individual. I always by more than just varsity that Colby wants to bring in not having the experience tunities or other activities also definitely felt that if a felt like I was motivated athletes, and the new athlet- top-notch athletes that will they wanted to here, and that students deem more team pushes the serious atti- to be a better college stu- ic complex will be a place for help the College win more the other is the injury fac- important, Colby students tudes then there needs to be dent because I had to make all students – as well as fac- championships. The prob- tor. The fact is that the team are more than willing to end some results.” grades to be eligible to play. ulty and staff – to focus on lem that seems to face the wasn’t very successful last their athletic careers. When Academics, however, are As a coach, you want to cre- their lifelong commitment College, however, is how to year, which frustrated some asked about his reasons for not the only reason that lead ate the enthusiasm for your to health and fitness. While make these athletes stay. players. When I got here, leaving the team, athletes to quit. Flaws within sport and preparation to some students may choose Whether it be due to our numbers were low. Foot- Max Steiner ’19 explained, team dynamics and coach- play in games and to per- to move on from playing on a lack of motivation or ball is a numbers game. You “I would say it mostly boiled ing abilities can also make or form in games. Hopefully it’s a particular team, we hope sports-related injury, ath- really need good numbers. down to the time commit- break an athlete’s experience. exciting for them and they they will continue to engage lete retention rate at Colby That is something we have ment. For basketball spe- Ex-cross country runner Ar- want to play.” in whatever forms of well- is low, with members quit- to build up here. The great- cifically, the season goes ianna Finger ’19 explained, Harold Alfond Director ness that are fulfilling and ting their teams and ceasing est ally of retention is win- through all three semesters “I loved cross-country in of Athletics Jake Olkkola sustainable for them.” to participate in the College ning. Colby hasn’t won. We so I couldn’t go abroad. high school. It was a huge feels positive about the fu- Though athletes may be athletic program. In order have to build an enthusiasm With that, and four months part of my life. I was recruit- ture of student participation welcome to leave teams to truly improve its rank- for winning. Guys like being of daily practice I just didn’t ed to Colby. I was good and in sports at Colby, “making whenever they find it nec- ing in the NESCAC, Colby around success. Successful see the time commitment as I was excited to run. When the decision to play a sport essary, it appears that a bet- will need to figure out how teams are teams that retain worthwhile after my sopho- I got to Colby, however, I in college is an intensely per- ter solution for the future of to keep all of these talented their players.” m ore y e ar.” didn’t feel like I was on a sonal one, and students’ pri- Colby athletics exists. Ath- athletes in the game. Cosgrove brings up an An anonymous ex-base- team. I hated going to prac- orities can change and shift lete satisfaction, whether it The football team in par- important point– that frus- ball player also spoke about tice and there was no team during their four years. Be- is based on academic-athletic ticular has struggled with tration with playing time, how grades play an import- chemistry, nor any effort ing a varsity athlete requires balance, the coaching staff, keeping players around for injuries, and team records ant factor in Colby students’ from the coaches devoted a significant commitment of or team environment, deter- all four years. This past Jan- play a significant part in an level of commitment to their to developing team chemis- time and effort, and we sup- mines athlete retention rate. uary Colby brought in Coach athlete’s decision to contin- sports, “Basically, I was not try. The team dynamic as a port and respect students’ If Colby wants to improve its Jack Cosgrove to build and ue playing their sport, es- doing too well in school and whole was not enjoyable.” decisions to pursue their athletic standings in the NES- maintain program success. pecially when it interferes felt like I was wasting a lot It is clear that Colby ath- chosen endeavors at Colby. CAC, many of the teams will When asked what he no- with academics. Ex-mem- of valuable time towards a letics might benefit from One of the things I value so need to assess how to make ticed about athlete retention ber of the ski-team Sophie team that I didn’t enjoy. I felt assessing athlete satisfac- highly about Colby and the their athletes happier in or- patterns when he arrived at Wood ’19 said, “I loved ski that way not only because a tion to better understand liberal arts experience is that der to keep them around. Annual Colby Cares Day attracts over 200 volunteers

By Addie Bullock Sarah Neal ’18, Sarah Taft ’18, Associate Editor Shona Bell McCarthy ’18 and Katie George ’19. The orga- This past weekend, over 250 nization also has Julia Kostro student volunteers headed out ’20, Taylor Kennedy ’18, Ol- into the Waterville community ivia Corkery ’19, and Peter to 20 different locations for Col- Barkey-Bircann ’18 serving as by Cares Day, sponsored by the assistant directors. Colby Volunteer Center (CVC). In an interview with the Several clubs, friend groups, Echo, CVC addressed future and student organizations vol- plans to work in tandem with unteered, including the Men’s the new downtown communi- and Women’s squash team, the ty engagement initiatives. The Student Government Associ- group plans to move their offic- ation (SGA), Men’s Hockey, es downtown and restructure Lives of Purpose, and Hillel. their leadership to be led by A few Colby faculty and staff fellows. Next year, George will families also participated. The serve as head fellow, and four volunteers spent the morning other students will join her. Courtsey of the Colby Volunteer Center doing spring cleaning and oth- One of these fellows will be in Several Colby faculty and staff also joined the students on Colby Cares Day to participate in spring cleaning and other volunteer tasks around the Waterville area. er tasks before celebrating their charge civic engagement for the work at a community festival at downtown dorm students. Couture Field. When asked about her feel- Despite a busy weekend of ings of working with the CVC Damon’s Discount Beverages Accepted Students visits and and impending graduation, Trustee meetings, turnout was McCarthy said “Every time (Formerly Joka’s) on par with past years, and the someone asks me what my least CVC had their largest turn out favorite and favorite thing about WE NOW HAVE THE LARGEST SELECTION OF DOMESTIC AND IMPORTed ever for the community festival, Colby it’s the same answer. My BEERS IN CENTRAL MAINE with many local families coming least favorite thing my freshman out to celebrate. year was the sense of distance Local businesses such as the between Colby and the com- WE NOW TAKE CREDIT AND DEBIT CARDS! OPEN SUN.-WED. UNTIL 9 P.M., Proper Pig, Mirakuya, Silver munity, and my favorite thing THURS. UNTIL 10 P.M., Street Tavern, Selah Tea, and my senior year is watching that FRI. & SAT. UNTIL MIDNIGHT Amici’s provided food, along growth happen. The relation- with Colby Dining Services. ship I have with community The Megs, one of Colby’s co- members make me want to 207-873-6228 ed a cappella groups, sang come back to Waterville and 52 FRONT STREET several songs. return here even more than the WATERVILLE, ME The CVC’s co-directors are network I have on campus.” Page 3 | The Colby Echo Local News April 26, 2018 Colby and the Isgro recall campaign

not necessarily hearing a lation of students, is what my students,” Tate said in a lot of support [for the re- Payne sees as the major ad- recent email interview with call efforts], I know a lot of vantage council people like the Echo. “I encourage stu- Democrats are upset about Lessing and Tate hold over dents at Colby to learn it,” Payne said in an inter- other resident councilors. about Waterville and get view with the Echo. “Here’s “With their political views involved with the commu- my view on it: it’s a no win being an employee of Col- nity, and I learn from my situation. If you recall Is- by, [they] can recruit 100, students about their expe- gro, you’re going to be left 200 students to sign some- riences living in Waterville with an unhappy popula- thing, come to the poll to and working as volunteers tion—I think about 30-40 say vote d without even in the community.” percent of Dems voted for being informed about the On-campus, a biparti- Isgro…let’s split the differ- candidates,” Payne said. san group has headed the ence. You will have 30% of Although Lessing did not response, making the re- Waterville Dems upset, and respond to the Echo’s most call petition available to the Republicans, the com- recent interview inquiries, students registered in the munity will not be happy. she explained a few weeks state of Maine. The Col- But if the recall doesn’t go ago that “[Isgro’s tweets] by Democrats have taken through, then there will be do not represent the views a stance of neutrality on a lot of people upset on that the issue, explaining in an end.” Ultimately, he added, email to the Echo that their “Everyone is hurting— organization “represents a from Karen Heck to me, wide range of views, both everyone is hurting, and it “People supporting the effort and Courtesy of the Colby Echo seems like there has to be opposing it. For this rea- Waterville mayor Nick Isgro (center), who has been criticized recently for an insulting tweet against Parkland shooting some way to make peace won’t speak son, we decided a neutral survivor David Hogg, sits next to Colby President David Greene (right) at a 2015 city event. [besides the recall].” stance would best represent Payne’s issue with Colby’s [for fear of] our group.” Despite this, By Louisa Goldman to an article in the Bangor entitled “Waterville Re- presence in this matter does the Colby Dems have sent Associate Editor Daily News. publican Party” (which has not necessarily stem from losing their out emails and supported The College most cer- since been disavowed by the the actions of community events endorsing the recall. As emotions swelled at tainly has a long history actual Waterville GOP, and members such as Heck and jobs” The Colby Republicans, on a recent Waterville City of supplying “on-the-hill” renamed) has consistently Koch, but rather focuses the other hand, have taken Council meeting on April politicians to the “off-the- posted messages in support on the efforts of city coun- a stance against it, admit- 17, the focus of conversa- hill” political scene of Wa- of Mayor Isgro while dis- cilors Lauren Lessing and Julian Payne ting in an interview with tion consistently reverted terville, and the recent con- avowing the “elitist” nature Winifred Tate—who both Member of Waterville the Echo that while “some back to Colby. The central troversy surrounding Isgro of Colby community mem- currently work at the Col- of Isgro’s statements may discussion topic that eve- has caused much of the un- bers who seem to pervade lege. “There is definitely School Board be questionable,” they feel ning was Mayor Nick Is- derlying tension regarding the town’s political scene. Colby influence in the a recall would “hurt the gro’s now-notorious tweet, this dichotomy to bubble “This is the time to stand community…I don’t really people of Waterville more criticizing Parkland shoot- up to the surface. The cam- for free speech, and against see Koch and Heck being a than it would help.” ing survivor David Hogg paign to recall Isgro in the the Bolshevik mob that Colby influence. I’d like to of Waterville or the many Heck urges students to on his college rejections wake of his tweet has been wants to take over the City think of myself as a person lovely citizens of the town “participate in the Demo- and instructing the teen to lead by Colby graduate and of Waterville led by none wouldn’t brand the whole that I see on a daily ba- cratic process” by signing “Eat it.” However, regard- former mayor Karen Heck other than Karen Heck and of Colby as being involved,” sis here,” and that she was the petition if they feel so less of stance, nearly ev- ’74, an effort that could her Colby College profes- Payne said. “The Colby in- “particularly eager that inclined to; Payne has simi- ery speaker made at least only be completed once sor ilk like Hillary Koch,” fluence, like it or not, is students know that!” As larly supported students in some reference to the Col- two other residents—in- one post on the Waterville the employees, councilors a council-woman, Lessing their efforts to uphold val- lege, whether critical of its cluding Hilary Koch, a for- Republican Party page said [Lessing and Tate]. What- has not officially supported ues of the democracy. involvement in the City’s mer employee of the Col- on April 9, despite the fact ever goes bad on the coun- the recall—however, she “We have lost our free- politics or proudly an- lege—agreed to take out a that Koch no longer works cil, it’s hard to sometimes has publicly condemned dom of speech; people nouncing their affiliation petition at city hall a few for the College. separate the community Isgro’s tweet and agreed to won’t speak, [for fear of] with the institution. At weeks ago. Julian Payne, Waterville being that it’s not Colby sponsor a resolution, back- losing their jobs,” Payne one point, the Mayor’s wife “I am not a professor at resident and member of the seeing as they work for handedly confirming Wa- explained, referring to the Amanda Isgro explained Colby and I do not work for school board, is no stranger Colby. What is difficult to terville community values belief that Isgro was fired that she was “A graduate of Colby,” Koch said in an in- to this type of involvement. me sometimes as a resident of inclusivity and equality. from his primary job as the Bates College, and yes, I do terview with the Echo, add- A self professed blue-collar [is] they [have the ability Colby Anthropology as- comptroller of Skowhegan feel like I have to make that ing that, “I have become Democrat, Payne offered to] create a lot of influence sociate professor and city Savings Bank (it is unclear disclaimer to some of our a target in a way that has his “full support of mayor amongst powerful people, councilor Winifred Tate if he resigned willingly or Colby elitists on the coun- been very disturbing, and Nick Isgro” in a Morn- and amongst students.” has taken a different ap- not). “Colby is an institu- cil, who like to make us all it’s best for me to remain ing Sentinel op-ed, much This issue, regarding proach to the matter. “As a tion that is so committed feel a little more unintel- silent on the matter.” against the supposed wish- the councilor’s access to a professor, I do not discuss to freedom of speech, they ligent as them,” according Indeed, a Facebook page es of Heck and Koch. “I’m nearly 2000 member popu- my political positions with should lead by example.” Maine mourns the death of Barbara Bush By Ali Naseer people walking their dogs. Bush also enjoyed receiving Many of those children who work and support this honoring the legacy of the Local News Reporter Those at the tribute shared birthday cards from the pa- have grown to be healthy important mission,” Said President and First Lady story after story of their tients at the children’s hos- adults and still treasure a former Maine Medical as community leaders. The Former First Lady Bar- personal encounters with pital, which celebrated its that connection. She was Center trustee. events of the series this bara Bush died Tuesday, the first lady, recalling that 20th anniversary in 2015. inspired by our care teams, The first lady legacy was year included talks by Sen- April 17 after opting to she used to walk her dog on Of the hospital, Mrs. and they were inspired by also honored at the Univer- ator George Mitchell, Time discontinue treatment for the beach while accompa- Bush said in 1995, “Chil- her passion and dedication. sity of New England (UNE). Magazine editors Nancy congestive heart failure nied by a few jovial secret dren need and deserve the We will all definitely miss When vacationing at their Gibbs and Michael Duffy, and pulmonary disease. service agents. very best care possible, and her greatly.” summer home at Walker’s former Bush speechwriter The former first lady, who Barbara Bush will also be they will find it here.” Her The support from the Point in Kennebunkport, Christopher Buckley, and was 92 when she died, was remembered by her chari- passion for children was Bush family has ultimately the Bush family would of- Sheikha Moza bint Nasser nationally beloved for her table acts, seen through her consistent, and she also enabled the Maine Chil- ten visit UNE’s Biddeford of Qatar. iconic wit and the devotion support of children’s health stated that “It is so very im- dren’s Hospital to host campus. Over time, the “Mrs. Bush’s remark- shared between herself and in Maine, which is most portant to have a children’s more than 85 pediatric partnership between UNE able life will continue to her husband. Specifically, prominently encapsulated hospital here in Maine,” specialists providing care and the Bush family grew inspire us.” He continued, the first lady invigorated in the Barbara Bush Chil- and “Children are society’s to almost 100,000 patient robust, with George H.W. “With her commitment to several Maine communities dren’s Hospital at Maine most precious asset, and visits per year. The center, and Barbara Bush - her family, her faith, and and institutions through Medical Center. The for- their care must be among whose mission is to create ly supporting programs the causes she held dear, both her philanthropy and mer First Lady, a lifelong our highest priorities.” a safe, nurturing, and edu- such as the partnership be- she exemplified the degree her personality. Now, in the advocate for children’s is- In a statement from the cational environment for tween UNE and the George to which each of us is ca- wake of her passing, these sues such as literacy and Maine Medical Center, patients and families, ben- H.W. Bush Presidential Li- pable of making the world communities and organi- the health, brought her pas- President and CEO Rich efitted greatly from Mrs. brary at Texas A&M Uni- a better place,” Said UNE zations honor the legacy sion to Maine through her Peterson paid tribute to the Bush’s rhetoric as well, versity. Further, the couple President James D. Herbert of Barbara P. Bush, which family’s Children’s Hospi- first lady, stating, “We all which brought children’s helped to create UNE’s regarding the legacy of the encompasses both her sup- tal. Involved throughout its stood a little taller because health to forefront of the George and Barbara Bush first lady in a press release. port of righteous causes development, George H.W. of Mrs. Bush. Her unwaver- national outlook. Center, a university hub Overall, it is clear that and her unwavering vi- Bush and Barbara Bush ing support for children’s “Barbara Bush had a with social spaces, study Barbara P. Bush affected brancy of spirit. were there to help open the health and deep commit- passion for improving the spots, outdoor terraces, an indelible impact on The Washington Post re- hospital’s inpatient wing ment to the hospital that health and wellbeing of informal dining and cafes, the nation as a whole, and ported on a tribute paid to in 1998, and visited many bears her name moved children everywhere. By and a distinguished meet- specifically on Maine in- the Bush family near their times thereafter as well. many to share her passion lending her name to the ing venue in the President’s stitutions and communi- favorite summer vacation Mrs. Bush enjoyed read- and improve the health of hopital she helped elevate Board Room. ties which will continue to getaway in Maine’s Ken- ing to the children during our state’s youngest and the importance of chil- Most recently, George benefit from her warmth nebunk community. Some her visits. Most recently, most vulnerable patients.” dren’s health in the eyes of H.W. and Barbara Bush and generosity into per- 200 Mainers and their dogs Mrs. Bush had connected Peterson continued, say- Mainers. She was a leader supported the continu- petuity. In mourning, her gathered at Gooch’s Beach one on one with patients at ing that “She connected in every sense of the word ation of UNE’s George husband, George H.W. in Kennebunk to commem- the hospital, through video with every child and family and her passion and com- and Barbara Bush Distin- Bush has been hositalized orate how the first lady had chat, about the hospital’s member she met during her mitment will continue on guished Lecture Series into for his failing health. More spent time at that beach, specialty license plate fun- many visits to The Barbara in the hearts and the talents perpetuity. These lectures updates to come as the sto- connecting with everyday draising program. Mrs. Bush Children’s Hospital. of the doctors and nurses compose an annual event ry develops. Show me M.E.: Big G’s Deli in Winslow By Annabel McLaughlin when we went our separate and wounded floor with to keep things going in the Staff Writer ways,” Big G explained in a carpeting, installed a few right direction. Some days very recent email interview used lights, and moved in just choosing the right di- The mere mention of Big with the Echo. “As far as I an ancient five hundred rection is a challenge.” G’s Sandwich Shop puts a know, it still exists as ‘Papa pound radiator for heat.” Despite the inevitable smile on nearly every local Charlie’s.’ I kept some ideas In those early days, Big challenges of running such resident’s face. Located in on paper, then decided to G explained in an email an unpredictable, yet ex- Winslow, ME, the 32-year- start a similar place here in interview with the Echo, tremely popular business, old deli offers over 80 dif- my hometown.” “Our sandwiches were all Big G has managed to ferent types of sandwiches Big G returned to Water- around $3.00, and the first maintain fantastic success. and pastas sure to satisfy ville to launch what would year I made a little over “Today, we average al- any customer, and leave become one of the most $20,000 in gross sales.” most three million yearly them returning regularly. popular food spots in the Just as he demonstrated in sales and our business With such a plethora of area. However, the shop it- during the opening of the encompasses over six thou- mouth-watering options to self has gone through some business, Big G is still a sand square feet! We are al- choose from, every custom- drastic changes since first strong, stable, passionate ways working on additions er is sure to find something opening its doors in the presence in the shop. and changes coming that to their liking. mid-1980s. “A typical day for me re- will improve our service Gerry “Big G” Michaud “I started out in a two- ally doesn’t exist,” Big G and menu. I am 67 years has been at the helm of story home, living up- said. “With 20+ employees old. I am going to work as this operation since 1986. stairs and building the and our volume of business, hard, and as long (Hope- While in high school, Big first Big G’s on the bottom the possibilities of prob- fully!) as is needed to make G washed dishes at Colby floor--only a dozen plac- lems are limitless. I have sure Big G’s makes it anoth- College, and was hired as a es to sit and about 1000 learned to be very flexible er 30+ years with my son at full-time cook after gradu- square feet of total space,” and understanding over the the helm.” ation in the late 1960s. He Big G describes on his years. When I work, I get And in case any sandwich learned the fundamentals deli’s website. “We deco- in at 3:00 a.m. Before we fanatics were wondering, of food service, and quick- rated with whatever was open, I make sure all our Big G’s taste have remained ly took this passion to the cheap and looked comfy. pasta sauces, pastas, soups, constant throughout the next level. This included a TV, a huge and gravies are made and years of business. “I worked with friends couch, plants of all sorts, ready for service. They are “My favorite has always at a deli in Williamstown, and tons of pictures. We all done in-house by myself been the Zonker Harris Mass in the late 70’s called also managed to get in a and my son Josh. After we with turkey added.” Courtesy of Peter Brown ‘Dieo’s Deli.’ The business couple signs and a Coke open, I have a great time Big G’s is located at 581 Ben- Big G’s Sandwich shop, located at 581 Benton Avenue in Winslow, is a must-try for students was sold to a Greek family cooler. I covered the worn with our customers and try ton Avenue in Winslow. ME. and residents alike. Page 4 | The Colby Echo Features April 26, 2018 Quarry Road trails are spring-ready

By James Burnett At the end of the trail, can consider taking a right Features Reporter you can choose to take a left before you get to Colby to to loop back to Colby us- head towards the Quarry Colby students are flock- ing North Street’s sidewalk. Road trails. These tranquil ing to Miller Lawn with Along your way, make sure trails offer 8.2 miles of hik- hacky-sacks and frisbees to grab an ice cream at the ing and bicycling paths. in hand now that the sun Dairy Cone, which will be Although Quarry Road is shining, the flowers are on your right. Dairy Cone and the Born Learning path blooming and the tem- is not your only option; are great trails, you do not perature is above 50 de- bring a basketball or ten- even need to leave Colby’s grees. Other students pre- nis racket and spend some bubble to find some great fer bringing blankets to time in North Street’s Rec- walking opportunities. My Johnson Pond to sprawl out reation Area which features favorite walk on Colby’s and bask in the warmth. wide-open green space, campus is up on top of Regardless of intent, mem- Runnals Hill by the ob- bers of the Colby commu- servatory, which offers a nity will generally take any stunning view of Winslow chance they can get to en- on clear-skied days. If you joy the nice weather before Just be- keep walking, you will see the school year ends. the entrance to a trail on Mules should not just be your right just before you confined to exploring Col- cause get to Colby’s garden. Take by’s lawns, however. There this trail for a fun romp are plenty of great ways to Colby is in through the forest that spend time outside within eventually ends up bring- just a few mile radius of ing you to the side of Run- Miller library. a bubble, nals Hill. On nice days, you Personally, I love going can usually find Waterville for walks. One of my favor- does not locals heading here to walk ite options is to head down their dogs. From the end North Street from Colby’s mean you of the trail, you are just a Athletic Center. On your minute away from Dana if right—near Maine General you need to grab a glass of Hospital—is an entrance to have to water or a snack. a beautiful trail along the Another great area to Messalonskee Stream. feel stuck explore is Perkin’s Arbo- This trail was specifically retum. I like to go run- created as a “Born Learn- ning through the arbore- ing” trail by the Waterville courts, a basketball tum since the trees provide Rotary Club. This means court and a soccer field. plentiful shade. Walks that the trail features a You will also usually find through the arboretum number of stations encour- lots of young kids running take you to some beautiful aging children to interact around and playing in the streams. If you’re lucky, you Courtesy of the Waterville Rotary Club with a parent through lan- Judge Morton A. Brody will even see a hairy wood- The Quarry Road trails, located by campus, offer exciting glimpses of nature’s beauty. Check them out while it’s nice out. guage, literacy and motor Playground, which makes pecker or a ruffed grouse. skill exercises. If you love the walking experience If you are interested, Col- out of your walk through have to feel stuck. In these thing you can to take ad- seeing children playing and very lively. by’s Environmental Stud- the beautiful arboretum. last beautiful weeks before vantage of the beautiful enjoying the weather, this If you are still energetic ies website offers a helpful Just because Colby is in a the end of the school year, scenery, wildlife, and walks trail is perfect for you. after all this walking, you guide to making the most bubble, does not mean you make sure you do every- of Central Maine. Mingle with a Mule: Ally Wehrle `20 Wehrle applies to her own it’s much harder to define etry, especially work done life. While she might not the solutions—and further, by Gertrude Stein, who she have a list of 20 clubs, she’s to find solutions that seem was introduced to during involved in to rattle off like they can be tackled at a her Modern American Po- at a moment’s notice, she student level,” Wehrle said. etry class. puts her heart into a few “I think definitely just nar- “Gertrude Stein is re- things—working in the li- it down to a few ally great. She’s doing some brary, serving as a tutor in things and then building cools things with words and the Farham Writer’s Center, it up from there is the only morphing them in weird and leading Colby’s branch real way to start.” ways that I really like, but of Amnesty International. I read her poetry for class Her job as a tutor, she ex- mostly. I find it difficult to plained. is one she claims is take the time to do things particularly fulfilling. “My favorite for enjoyment in terms of “I think definitely work- reading when you already ing with students on their memories are have so much reading to writing is always a really do for classes,” Wehrle said. fun thing to do on both casual things. “It’s unfortunate.” sides of the experience [tu- New reading habits aren’t toring and getting tutored]. Just eating the only thing Wehrle has It’s really great seeing what struggled with at Colby, people are doing in their with friends, though. Her proximity to classes and on campus.” home as a native of mid Wehrle is very passion- hanging out coast Maine has been defi- ate about the work she nitely less than ideal. does with Amnesty Inter- and talking. “[Being at Colby] feels national, a human rights They’re not kind of continuous from Courtesy of Ally Wehrle organization. As one of the high school because a lot co-presidents of the club, of the buildings look the Ally Wehrle `20, an English and Education double major, enjoys working with Amnesty International, reading Gertrude big things or Stein, and watching America’s Next Top Model in her spare time. she helps organize events same, and my little siblings and tables in the Spa, talk- come up for track meets in ing to Colby students about events, but the winter so I see them By Sarah Warner so far and her hope for on- getting over-involvement, human rights abuse and a lot,” Wehrle explained. Staff Writer campus change. instead suggesting that stu- letting them know what they’re the “That proximity is a little “I’m terrified [of junior dents pick a few things on they can do to stop them. weird. Sometimes I feel For many students, year] for sure,” Wehrle, campus to focus their at- Recently, Wehrle has been best part of kind of like it’s a bit too sophomore year of college an English and Education tention on. focusing specifically on is- close, just a little bit.” is seen as an oasis; a mo- double major, said of her “Don’t be afraid to get in- sues affecting the College’s being here” However, Wehrle ex- ment of calm before the next year at Colby. “When volved, but don’t give in to very campus. plained that even through storm of internships and you’re a sophomore, the fu- the pressure to get too in- “I think that there’s Ally Wehrle some of the harder experi- “real-world” responsibili- ture seems far enough away volved,” Wehrle said. “Here, definitely a lot that we as ences of her time at Col- ties associated with junior that the stress of it isn’t whenever anyone intro- a school can work on. It by, the little moments she year. Maine native and constantly pressing down— duces themselves, they’re would be great, I think, as When Wehrle isn’t tutor- shares with friends will resident second-year Mule but junior year, you have to always like ‘I’m involved in a part of Amnesty, if we ing students or campaign- keep her going throughout Ally Wehrle `20 under- find a job, find an intern- ten different clubs’ and I’m could figure out a way to ing against human rights the years at the school. stands this very real pres- ship, know what you’re do- like ‘Oh my god!’ It’s just address some of those is- abuses, she can usually be “My favorite memories sure. However, while she ing, and I don’t know any of too much. So don’t spread sues. We just had an event found listening to Lorde are the casual things. Just admittedly struggles with it. It’s scary.” yourself too thin, because about enacting change on or Vampire Weekend, or eating with friends, hang- the threat of her eventual Wehrle does have a few sometimes it’s better to go campus in the Pugh Cen- perhaps watching what she ing out and talking. They’re upperclassman status, she tips for managing this in deep on a few things. ter, and I think it showed calls her “indulgent” show­ not big things or events, also makes time to reflect stress, though. She defi- This philosophy of qual- that it’s easy to discuss the America’s Next Top Model. but they’re the best part of on her experience at Colby nitely recommends against ity over quantity is one problems on campus but She also enjoys reading po- being here.”

The Green Spot, located central- ly in Oakland, opened for the season April 25. The fresh gro- cery store offers a large selection of local foods including fruits, vegetables, sea- food, meat, and prepared food options. It’s cen- trally located on 818 Kennedy Me- morial Drive, a quick drive from campus and is open daily from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. Page 5 | The Colby Echo Arts & Entertainment April 26, 2018 Putting Colby on the map: Interview with Stefan Kohli ’18 By Charlotte Marratta interested in music. At Ex- 2014, Kohli reached out to A&E Reporter eter, Kohli played in his the manager of Yung Lean, school’s orchestra, and at a Swedish rapper, and land- Stefan Kohli ’18 is a Col- the New England Conser- ed himself a press pass to by senior double majoring shoot his first concert in in Biology and Science, New York City. XXL, a hip- Technology, and Society hop and rap news maga- (STS). Kohli also has 25.7k zine, published a photo he followers on Instagram. took at the concert in a web A Scottsdale, Arizona “I started cold article titled, “Yung Lean native, Kohli went to high Surprises With an Energet- school at Phillips Exeter emailing a bunch ic Show in NYC.” “That was Academy, where he start- of brands and cool,” Kohli recalls. “After ed taking pictures for his that, I just kept reaching school newspaper. “I start- started shooting out to people via Instagram ed taking pictures in tenth or email and I met a lot of grade,” Kohli said. “When I anything I could random artists and brands was in high school my uncle and started to develop a asked me to take pictures of get my hands sort of network.” my cousin’s wedding so my Over the summer of dad got a camera just for on” (2014). 2016, Kohli met artist that, and he was going to Stefan Kohil ’18 Quinn XCII through Insta- return it but I loved it and gram and shot photographs kept it.” for him at the Billboard Now chair of the Concert Hot 100 Music Festival. At vatory. When Kohli started the music festival, Kohli traveling down to Boston met Alex Ferzan, Josh Os- every weekend for rehears- trovsky’s manager, known al, he reached out to a shoe for his Instagram handle, store he liked called Bodega “thefatjewish”. Fevzan put In the spring and asked if he could take Kohli in contact with a pictures for them. It was company providing con- of 2017 Kohli the first brand he shot, but tent for MTV. The company accompanied most definitely not the last. needed photos to give to All throughout high school Ariana Grande for her so- Ariana Grande Kohli shot Bodega’s col- cial media. “Ariana really Stefan Kohli ‘18 laborations with the likes liked the photos I took and on her tour. of Reebok and Vans. “Af- emailed me that night,” said Mixed media publicity print for “100 Hours in Boston,” a series where Kohli follows artists in Boston ter that, I was hooked,” he Kohli. “Thanks to Alex Fer- and documents their lives, including preformances and events. said. “I started cold email- zan, I owe him a lot.” and Live Music Committee ing a bunch of brands and In the spring of 2017, photographs, the two be- spending 100 hours with like,” Kohli said. “For me, for the Student Program- started shooting anything I Kohli accompanied Grande came fast friends. “That anyone from Pharrell to photography isn’t neces- ming Board (SPB) at Colby, could get my hands on.” on her tour. While Kohli was when this all picked Elon Musk, and then having sarily about taking the Kohli has also always been During the summer of was taking captivating up the most,” Kohli said. photo, video, and text sur- best or most artistic pho- “I became friends with so to in the world, it’s about many people through pho- taking a photo that has tography. It’s more about value, conveys a story, and actually being friends with in a way that other people people and enjoying the “For me, photogra- are unable to do.” time we spend working to- Since January break in gether.” Kohli’s Instagram hy isn’t neccessarily 2017 where the project features photographs of about taking the started, Kohli has shot in well-known celebrities in- four major cities: Los An- cluding Pharrell Williams, best or the most geles, Chicago, Boston and Post Malone, Tommy Wi- artistic photo in now New York. In Febru- seau, Cousin Stizz, Adrian ary, the premier of his 100 Grenier, D.R.A.M., The Fat the world, it’s abou HOURS project was fea- Jewish and Adam Sandler, taking a photo that tured in Milk, a up and just to name a few. coming media company After graduation, Kohli has value, conveys a based out of NY and LA. plans on moving to Los story, and in a way You can find the article Angeles to continue work linked in the online ver- on an ingenuis project he that other people sion of The Echo, and in created himself called 100 are unable to do.” on his instagram profile. HOURS. “It’s an interac- Keep up with Kohli’s tive multi-media project Stefan Kohil ‘18 upcoming 100 HOURS centered around creating project and check out his humanizing content of pio- other photographs on his neering figures in my gen- rounding what 100 hours popular instgram account: eration. The idea is that I’m with that person looks @photokohli

Stefan Kohli ‘18 Kohli joined pop singer Ariana Grande on her tour in 2017, documenting her before preformences such as her two sold our shows at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Senior Art Exhibition opens May 10 By Eliza Adams concept and execution the museum scene in New Staff Writer thoughtfully, because it York was incredible!” takes several weeks to com- Many of the artists at the On May 10, the art de- plete the project. With all show said that, as first- partment will be hosting this time in between hav- years, they never could this year’s Senior Art Ex- ing an idea and finalizing have foreseen themselves hibition. The show, which a work, the mind tends to taking art courses during will take place in the Davis wander!” She said that stay- their time at Colby. Bird Gallery of the Colby Art ing consistent throughout a and Pease both stumbled Museum, features pieces project with one method of upon the department and created by Colby seniors working has posed the big- declared a major as soph- who have completed com- gest challenge. omores, and are grateful prehensive work in their The exhibition will not to have found captivat- chosen media. A reception only provide an opportu- ing coursework that drew at 4:30 p.m.in the William them in. Pease added that D. James Gallery will pre- throughout her time in the cede the event. department, she’s learned Stefan Kohli ‘18 The Echo spoke with se- how to think more deeply Kohli’s instagram, @photokohli, is sprinkled with musicians and celebrities, such as artist Pharell, above. niors who have pieces fea- “Taking classes and effectively before be- tured in the exhibition. ginning a piece. She says The artists employed a in the art depart- that learning how to think wide range of techniques ment has been past “that would be cool and styles in preparation if…” and dive into a deeper Art criticism discussion for the event. Molly Wu a really great concept has been crucial ’18 said that her JanPlan to the success of her work. course on Bookbinding in- motivational Wu, who happened upon spired her to continue the the department after taking with artist Roger White hobby and create hand- force force for a studio art course, said she made journals, which she has grown by expanding now accessible to a wider au- with writing the exhibition will be selling at the show. continuing and her repertoire as an artist. By Nina Oleynik dience than it once was, it is catalogue for the Senior Ex- Rachel Bird ’18, who has trying to create She added, “I’ve explored Associate Editor especially important to find hibition, on view in the Colby been working towards her mediums such as photog- your voice as an art writer Museum of Art starting May concentration in print- the best work I raphy and printmaking and Artist and critic Roger and commit to your craft. Art 10. The essays that accompany making, submitted an bookbinding, all of which White joined Visiting Asso- criticism students have fa- each image of student work eye-catching, large-scale can.” were really foreign con- ciate Professor of Art Daniel miliarized themselves with a speak to their senior show as physical installation for cepts to my during my first Harkett’s Writing Art Criti- wide range of writing styles a whole. In their critique, the the show. She cited Colby’s year at Colby.” cism class last Tuesday to and tactics over the course students attempt to capture large studio spaces as play- Molly Wu ’18 Seniors cite art profes- discuss his book The Contem- of the class, looking to art the essence of their exhibition ing an integral role in pull- sors’ passion and acces- poraries: Travels in the 21st- publications such as Hyper- as a whole in various ways: ing off her piece. Nathan sibility as apart of what Century Art World. Professor allergic, Mousse and the Art through poems, dialogue Lee ’18 decided to take a makes the department so Harkett’s students are tasked & Design section of The New style manuscripts as well as reflective route and in- special. Pease mentionsed with writing the exhibition York Times. more traditional catalogue cluded paintings of those nity for the Colby commu- that she appreciates how catalogue for the Senior Ex- As the editor of Paper essays. White joined the class who have made a large nity to see what their peers the professors encourage hibition, on view in the Colby Monument, a contemporary in an attempt to impart ad- impact during his Colby have been working on, but students to work across Museum of Art starting May art journal, White has the vice on students that could career. These seniors ac- it will also allow the art- studio boundaries. She 10. The essays that accompany unique task of bringing his be helpful for this type of knowledge that embracing ists themselves to reflect noted that she’s been able each image of student work artist’s perspective into edit- writing, and beyond. the “trial and error” nature on how they’ve grown to bring her painting work speak to their senior show as ing. Editing artist’s writing is The bulk of White’s advice of creating pieces was cru- since freshman year. Lee into the sculpture studio a whole. In their critique, the a task that he finds somewhat was straightforward: writ- cial as they prepared for said that his ability to see and incorporate it into her students attempt to capture difficult as artists are not used ing about art can be a hard, the exhibition. and create complex col- art show pieces. Wu added the essence of their exhibition to being told how to create, or thankless job. To be a success- Artists emphasized that ors in his works has been that the professors bring a as a whole in various ways: used to being edited down. ful and interesting writer in the arduous process of cre- an achievement since his love for art that has been through poems, dialogue This multi-role existence is the contemporary art world, ating art has certainly been days of relying on black inspiring for young artists. style manuscripts as well as common for critics who free- one must bring the utmost taxing, yet rewarding. Bird and white pallets as a first She said, “Taking classes more traditional catalogue lance in addition to holding passion to the table. In our said that the sheer time year. Bird mentioned that in the art department has essays. White joined the class down other jobs. When asked ever-increasing digital land- constraint of it all (she is not only has she grown as been a really great moti- in an attempt to impart ad- about striking a balance be- scape, where art writing is also completing an hon- an artist, but the Colby art vational force for continu- vice on students that could tween making writing about now accessible to a wider au- ors thesis in her other ma- department has allowed ing and trying to create the be helpful for this type of art accessible to a wide au- dience than it once was, it is jor) can make it difficult her to develop profession- best work that I can.” writing, and beyond. dience and avoiding being especially important to find to meet deadlines. Annie ally, as well. She comment- Stop by the senior art ex- The bulk of White’s advice reductive, White said that your voice as an art writer Pease ’18 added that the ed on the art department’s hibition on Friday, May 10 was straightforward: writ- he aims toArtist and critic and commit to your craft. Art amount of time and effort networking trip to New in the Davis Gallery and see ing about art can be a hard, Roger White joined Visiting criticism students have fa- that goes into a project can York City this past fall say- for yourself how thoughtful thankless job. To be a success- Associate Professor of Art miliarized themselves with a be draining. She noted that ing, “We met with a vari- and talented these artists ful and interesting writer in Daniel Harkett’s Writing Art wide range of writing styles separating the exploration ety of people working in really are. the contemporary art world, Criticism class last Tuesday to and tactics over the course and execution process has the art world and saw the The Senior Exhibition one must bring the utmost discuss his book The Contem- of the class, looking to art been particularly challeng- range of career paths avail- is open through the end passion to the table. In our poraries: Travels in the 21st- publications such as Hyper- ing and said, “You have able for someone with an of the year. ever-increasing digital land- Century Art World. Professor allergic, Mousse and the Art to really plan out your art degree. Plus, exploring scape, where art writing is Harkett’s students are tasked York& Design Times. section of The New Page 6 | The Colby Echo Opinions April 26, 2018 A Critique of Pure Gun Control Where’d the Andre go?

By Roger Parson have never claimed that my for gun control is nuanced By Merrill Read I felt this feeling again daytime event hosted by Contributing Writer goal is to reduce gun vio- and complex, but War- Layout Editor when l was able to partici- the Football team that has lence specifically, and that ner acknowledges only the pate in Loudness for the received a lot of pushback This is a response to Warner ignores this makes points that she finds useful. In the fall of 2015 I was first time at the end of the from administration in Sarah Warner’s Echo ar- me question her claim of “Actual, unbiased facts” are sitting with my room- fall semester my first year past years, is more ambig- ticle titled “Yes, gun vio- reading my article criti- not what Warner provides. mates in my two-room (I was in sports season for uous than ever. lence is the real problem.” cally. I admit that my first ar- triple on the second floor the beginning of semes- The administration Warner felt “compelled” to As Warner notes, suicide ticle was lean on citations of West learning about a ter Loudness). Loudness would argue this change respond to my article from rates in the United States of journal articles, which long-standing Colby tra- was an SGA weekend that is for the better. After the March 21 Echo, and I can be correlated with gun dition. Sophie sat on her marked the beginning and all, many of these events feel compelled to respond ownership. There are a few bed across from me casu- end of each semester in a do revolve around drink- in kind. salient facts here. Accord- ally tossing a die in the air campus-wide celebration. ing. However, these tradi- My original article was ing to a 2013 paper by Mi- as we read directions off a It was another tradition tions were more than just intended to criticize those chael Lewiecki and Sarah blue sheet of paper that was that all Colby students about consuming alcohol. who seek gun control poli- Miller, at least 90% of sui- My first article slid under our door earlier were able to participate in, They’re about coming to- cies to the exclusion of any cides occur by those with that day. I remember feel- and it was also a common gether with the rest of the other anti-violence poli- mental illness, with over was intended ing a part of the Colby term that alumni could Colby community, whether cies. I do not think that all 80% untreated. They do community that extended relic in too. you drink alcohol or not. gun regulation is inherently find that gun restrictions as a critique of further than just the four At the end of spring Instead of finding more wrong, just that we should would reduce suicides. Ac- class years here. The sheet semester on the last day of these “comforting smile” distinguish between rea- cording to the CDC, as of activism that fo- informed us that the game of class, I was sitting on moments as I’ve gotten sonable policy and reflexive 2016 about half of suicides was created at Colby and Miller Lawn with friends, older, I am constantly sick anti-gun measures serving involve firearms, but that cuses exclusive- people have played it at the enjoying the sun for the no justifiable purpose. This percentage is dropping College since the 1980s. first time in months, when is why I focus criticism even as the suicide rate ris- ly on guns and The simple act of an up- a water balloon landed mostly on absurd proposals es. Therefore, while gun-fo- perclassman placing a tra- inches from my feet. Again like assault weapons bans. cused policies could reduce dition right at our door a smile spread across my The college suicides, they would target gun violence. made us all smile. Though face as I looked at the a minority of suicides. I am we didn’t play ‘Die’ often, stairs of Miller packed culture has not against any and all gun- It is telling that we knew the rules and with seniors. They were related regulations aimed at Warner did not listened to the first year laughing and sling shotting traded in its We should suicide reduction, but ad- boys that lived above us water balloons all over the ditional non-gun policies drop the die on their floor lawn with bottles of Andre dies for keys to are clearly necessary. The dispute the ab- many nights. Every time champange in their hands. distinguish greater potential impact we heard a “dink” on our The pure joy on the class of study rooms. of improved mental health surdity of pro- ceiling, my roommate and 2015’s faces left me smiling between reason- policies should make them I would look at each other for the rest of the day. the priority here. posed policies. and smile. I would imagine Since my first year, the able policy and Warner refers to the pro- all the games that had been joy of seeing various Col- to my stomach worrying posed assault weapons ban by traditions has been re- about my next lab report reflexive anti- as a “ban on automatic turning less and less. First or midterm. I am pulling weapons.” An automatic Warner seems to favor. I years no longer receive back-to-back all nighters gun measures weapon continuously loads made the rather sweep- dies under their door the attempting to finish all of and fires rounds while ing generalization that “Traditions are first week of school with a my schoolwork, only to serving no justi- the trigger is held down. gun control was not the detailed description of the face more work the next The bill restricts a subset best means of reducing an aspect of game; Loudness has been day. When I sit down for fiable purpose. of semi-automatic weap- violence, and I probably banished by the adminis- a meal with friends, I am ons, which fire only once should have justified that the commu- tration; Champagne on the planning out my next six per action of the trigger. better. I based my claim on Steps is now an eighth sin. hours of work and what Fully-automatic weapons a CDC study, which found nity that links Tradition after tradition is early hour I plan to wake I simply want to ensure were restricted as Title II “insufficient evidence to being eradicated from Col- up so I can do more work. that our policies are ratio- firearms under the 1934 determine the effectiveness generations of by’s culture. The college culture has nal and effective, and that National Firearms Act, and of any of the firearms laws Addie Bullock ’18 re- traded in its dies for keys they are free of ideological civilians have been unable or combinations of laws Colby students called her experience to study rooms. Yes, we dogmatism. I appreciate to register new ones since reviewed on violent out- watching traditions slowly are intellectuals who work Warner’s acknowledgement the 1986 Firearm Owners comes.” For all of Warner’s and makes the disappearing like flies: hard and are at Colby first of non-gun policies; in this Protection Act. None of the claims about my cherry- “Traditions are an aspect and foremost to learn. But she differs fundamentally mass shootings in the news picking convenient data, Mule commu- of the community that if we aren’t able to find from the targets of the ear- recently involved fully-au- she refuses to acknowledge links generations of Colby that balance of work and lier Echo article. tomatic weapons. Warner the genuine controversy nity stonger. students and makes the play, how are we supposed However, Warner called called my argument “aston- around the efficacy of gun Mule community stron- to enjoy our college expe- my argument “flimsy and ishing in its ignorance”; I control and chooses in- It’s important to ger. It’s important to pre- rience? When we look back [lacking] support”; called return the accusation. My stead to cherry-pick her serve traditions and add on our time at Colby, what my description of the gun original article described own data. Even a cursory perserve tradi- traditions. The fact that will we remember? I know control movement “incom- briefly what an assault reading of Lemieux’s paper we don’t have champagne that I will remember learn- plete and inaccurate”; and weapons ban is; an objec- should have revealed to her tions and add on the steps because of an ing the directions of Die called my article “mislead- tive and unbiased critique the massive controversy in incident that happened 11 with my roommates my ing… with little to no evi- of my article should not the scientific literature. traditions.” years ago is blatantly disre- first year, not the grade-A dence to support its claims.” make these mistakes. An My first article was in- Addie Bullock ‘18 spectful to the senior class paper that I got back from She ended with a call to advocate for gun control tended as a critique of and future generations of my latest government pro- “look at articles such as this should understand what activism that focuses ex- Colby students.” fessor in class. with a critical eye.” Warner they advocate for. clusively on guns and gun The traditions left Next Thursday, instead herself claims to present Warner claims that the violence. It is telling that standing at Colby are next of sitting in the library the “actual, unbiased facts 1994 Assault Weapons Warner did not dispute to go. The Fish Bowl, an looking longingly at the of gun control.” As I dem- Ban had a significant im- the absurdity of proposed played in Colby’s history oasis for underclassmen sun reflecting off the pond, onstrate, she clearly fails to pact on mass shootings, policies. Instead, she glibly and about the generations on the weekends, is going go build a slip and slide, sit present either. citing Frederic Lemieux. cited journal articles and of students that had lived to be converted to a com- in Dana for two hours with Several of the studies Lemieux’s observation is emphasized the broad cor- in my room. It was very mon room or boarded up. friends, or better yet, go cited by Warner identify this: the ten years prior to relation between gun own- comforting. Pig Roast, a campus wide toss a die. a link between gun own- the ban had 19 mass shoot- ership and gun violence. ership and gun violence. ing incidents, the ban years She claims that “the push This link is trivial, because had 16 incidents, and the for gun reform is…about the expediency of firearms post-ban years had 27 in- every single person in the makes their use within an cidents. Lemieux himself U.S. who has died staring existing context of violence notes that these numbers down the barrel of a gun.” almost necessary. Suppose “are too small to conduct Behind this commendable that I wanted to murder reliable statistical analysis.” sentiment is the insidious somebody, kill myself, go (To drive this point home, fallacy of “gun violence.” hunting, or defend myself; recall that one truck bomb It is question-begging that a firearm would generally in Oklahoma City killed draws attention away from be my tool of choice. The 50% more people than mass potentially crucial ap- truly substantive ques- shooters killed in their proaches like mental health tions are as follows: 1) Do deadliest year on record, or criminal justice reform, any gun restrictions reduce using the Washington Post’s and that ignores those who overall violence? 2) If so, definition of mass shoot- experience non-gun vio- are those gun restrictions ings). He finds that the lence. “Critique” implies the most efficient means of use of “assault weapons” in identifying and questioning reducing violence? In fixat- mass shootings is unrelated the unspoken assumptions ing so aggressively on “gun to the number of casualties. contributing to potentially violence,” Warner falls into More important to casual- harmful ideologies. That is the fallacious reasoning ties are choices of locations what I was doing in my first that is encouraged by the and the number of weapons article; it is not what War- continued use of the term. I used. Lemieux’s argument ner was doing in hers.

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BY KATIE KELLEY a three-game series with Tufts eled to Bates for the Maine in two weeks. Bailin shaved Staff Writer and Softball losing two sepa- State Championships and the .63 seconds off of his time rate series against Trinity and women turned to Bowdoin from the previous weekend set out across University of Southern Maine. for the Aloha Relays. Several at Southern New Hampshire the Northeast this past week- athletes also traveled to NJ University, where he broke end, with highlights from the Sage Bailin ’20 and Isa Ber- to compete in the Princeton a 20-year-old record. Those men’s lacrosse team and the zansky ’19 head respective Invitational. Standing out competing in the Maine State men and women’s track teams. Track and Field meets from that crew is sophomore Championships also per- Overall it was a difficult week- Sage Bailin, who has now formed well for Colby, with end for Colby sports, with Colby Track and Field split broken the school record for fourth place finishes for Mi- baseball losing every game in last weekend as the men trav- the 400-meter hurdles twice chael Hilton ’18 in the pole vault, Josiah Johnson ’19 in the 10,000 meters and a team of Liam McDonough ’20, Sam Sessions ’21, Arthur Cassidy ’19 and Keith Barnatchez ’18 Courtesy of Colby Athletics in the 1,600-meter relay. The women’s team took fifth Julia Saul ’18 had three hits and four RBI in Colby Softball’s series against Trinity place overall at the Aloha Re- College. She also pitched all six innings in the team’s 4-3 loss to the Bantams. lays and sent several runners Colby Men’s Baseball head- the third 12-5. They then trav- and field athletes to Princ- ed south to Tufts on Friday eled to University of Southern eton. Isa Berzansky ’19 led for a three game series count- Maine where they lost two the charge, winning the high ing both towards their confer- games as well. However, the jump by four inches. Cas- ence and division. The Mules team batted in nine runs in the sandra Winkleman ’21 took finished their first game down second game against Southern second in javelin and several 22-7, their second 14-1 and Maine, showing a great deal of athletes earned third or fourth their third 20-6. With ten improvement from the scoring place for Colby. In NJ, Julia games remaining in what has in earlier games. Rembetsy-Brown ’18 took been a difficult season, the As the academic year 11th in the triple jump. The Mules will look to improve on winds down, Colby Athlet- performance of athletes in all the losses from this weekend. ics will too. Baseball, ten- events across meets this past Softball also struggled this nis, softball, track, crew and weekend is a clear indication weekend, with five losses in lacrosse all have games and of the depth of both teams. three days. Beginning in their races remaining though, and conference against Trinity, the the spring weather means it’s Courtesy of Colby Athletics Baseball and Softball get Mules lost the first game 15-4, the perfect time to get out Sage Bailin ’20 perfoming in the pole vault event this weekend. In addition, Bailin ’20 broke the school re- swept by NESCAC rivals the second 4-3 in what proved there and cheer for your fel- cord for the 400-meter hurdle with a time of 53.40 seconds at the Maine State Championships this past to be a very close fight, and low Mules. weekend. The previous school record lasted one week and was held by none other than Bailin himself. Forum Interested in writing for The Echo? Contact Peg Schreiner at mkschrei@ colby.edu or Will Walkey at [email protected] Page 8 | The Colby Echo Sports April 26, 2018 Men’s Lacrosse takes home win in playoff push

By Ed Powell the remainder of the first half, ity, who subsequently scored a very competitive opponent. Staff Writer with goals from Tucker Di- four more to tie the game at The whole team brought a lot etrick ’18, Mason Brady ’20, 9-9. After giving up such a big of energy to the field and we On Saturday April 21, the Rocky Tonkel ’20 and Has- lead, the Mules were still de- played well together. Payton Colby men’s lacrosse team san. Payton Fales ’20, who had termined to win. In the last really stepped up in cage. It is came out with an important his first collegiate start in the three minutes, Captain Gra- especially nice to get a NES- win over Trinity. This game game, also made some impres- ham Lian ’18 caused a turn- CAC win at home on Senior was crucial for the Mules, who sive saves leading into the sec- over that allowed Brady to Day.” Asked about his team’s need just one more win to put ond half of the game. score the game winner. High- performance, Coach Van Ar- them in good standing for the Colby continued their run lights for the Mules included f sdale commented: “Today we NESCAC playoffs. well into the third quarter, Joe Paolatto ’21 going 12 for 22 showed great poise and rose Trinity scored the first goal but with around seven and on faceoffs, Hassan’s hat trick up as a team to secure this of the game but the Mules were five minutes left in the quarter and assists, Nick Percarpio ’21 victory. I am so happy for able to take the lead thanks to Trinity scored two goals to bring recovering multiple ground our seniors who have done a goal from CJ Hassan ’19, the score to 8-4. With help from balls, and Fales making ten an amazing job of leading who was unassisted, and then Brady, Dietrick responded back saves throughout the game. their teammates to these another from Carter Vickers with an electric goal to make the Lian had to say of the type of successes.” ’21, who ripped a shot right score 9-4. The remainder of game: “It was great to play a Colby is now 3-6 in the passed the Bantams goalie the third was a low point of full 60 minutes and not get NESCAC with one game left with an assist from Riley the game for the Mules, con- rattled even when the game against Bates (also 3-6) that Bergstrom ’21. Hassan’s goal sisting of turnovers, missed started to get away from us took place this past Wednes- ended what would be the last shots and several important in the fourth quarter.” Vick- day. This game determines Courtesy of Colby Athletics lead of the game for Trinity. saves by Fales. ers, who gained the initial which of the two teams will Tucker Dietrick ’18 scored three goals in the men’s lacrosse team’s win over Trin- The Mules were able to put The fourth quarter began lead for the Mules, added: “It continue their season in the ity College. Dietrick has scored the most goals on the team this season with 26. up an impressive 6-2 lead in with a quick goal from Trin- was a great team win against NESCAC playoffs. The Cheap Seats

Courtesy of Colby Athletics

As the men’s lacrosse team approaches its important game against Bates to determine whether they will enter the NESCAC playoffs, the Echo sits down with long stick middie Nick Percarpio ’21 to discuss sports, snacks and music in the latest edition of Cheap Seats.

Courtesy of Colby Athletics By Kyle Murray Staff Writer Riley Bergstrom ’21 (left) and Rocky Tonkel ’20 (middle) celebrate another goal with their teammates. Tonkel’s goal came late midway through the second quar- ter. The goal put the Mules up 5-2. The team was able to off a five-point comeback by Trinity to win the game 10-9, moving them closer to the NESCAC playoffs. Colby Echo (Echo): When did you know that you wanted to play lacrosse in college?

Percarpio (NP): My freshman year of highschool because Men’s Rugby ends season one game I wanted to continue playing sports in college. Echo: What is your favorite place to eat after a practice? shy of Nationals, Women finish NP: Probably Bobs but usually it is closed after practice. Echo: Favorite sports memory? in semifinal round of tournament NP: Winning the league championship my senior year of high school.

By Kevin Ahn Aidan Larned ’21. After a satisfying ized on their opportunities, hand- day to bracket play with hopes Echo: Are you a cat or dog person? Sports Reporter but tiring first game, Colby went ily winning the game 22-7. of winning the championship. up against Salve Regina, a tough Notable performances included In the quarterfinals, the Mules NP: Dog. & team that was ranked second in Captain Drew Ladner ’19 and were pitted against local rival the nation in the 15s season by the John Steenrod ’20, who were re- UMaine Orono, and were able to Echo: Would you rather live in a city or the countryside? Matt He National Small College Rugby Or- lentless workhorses with numer- pull out a third victory, winning Staff Writer ganization (NSCRO). Colby put ous big plays. Magnotto and Cyr 34-7 against the Black Bears. Un- NP: City. up a tough fight, scoring in the last had great breaks to help Colby fortunately, Colby was unable to Few teams on campus have play but still losing 22-19. Colby advance. Playing at positions nine win their game against SUNY Echo: Favorite show to binge watch? two full seasons. Two that do are also had to deal with a tough loss and ten, Stevens and Shapiro were Albany, losing in the semifinals the men’s and women’s rugby as Eli French ’20 suffered an ankle the glue that held Colby together. 45-7. SUNY Albany advanced to NP: The Office is my go to. teams, who are currently near- injury. Now out of pool play, Colby Reflecting on the tournament, win the entire tournament. ing the end, or have just ended, went on to play Babson, the host Ladner had this to say about the This past weekend, the wom- Echo: What is your go to Chipotle order? their spring seasons. Unlike the team, in the quarterfinals. Babson team,:“In a season with guys have en’s team participated in a sevens fall, the spring presents an op- put up a valiant fight, scoring in the never played sevens and some who tournament hosted by Bowdoin. NP: Hard shelled taco, chicken, lettuce, beans, salsa, portunity for these teams to last play, but Colby was able to hold didn’t even get much time in 15s, This was the first time that the cheese, guacamole. play a style of rugby known as them off, Babson though, pulling we still won two tournaments and women had played a sevens sea- sevens. As the name would sug- out a win 19-15. The next game were one game away from nation- son since 2015. Unfortunately Echo: Favorite sports team? gest, this style of rugby includes was a rematch from an earlier sev- als. To be where we are now versus The Mules did not have as strong only seven players per team on ens tournament hosted by Colby. what we were in Jan Plan is an in- a showing at this tournament as NP: Philadelphia Eagles. the field at a time rather than the Seeded number one over- credible feat. Now we work toward they did at Beast of the East; ty- typical 15 per side. As freshman all, University of Maine Orono 15s. We’ve seen what we can be ing two matches and losing the Echo: Favorite movie? Mack Fisher explained, “It’s a (UMO) struggled to keep up with when we play our game and we’re other two. Despite this, the team brutal game, even if you’re only Colby’s speed, and ended up losing getting back juniors from abroad was encouraged by their perfor- NP: The Other Guys. playing for one half it’s so easy to 19-10. “UMO had a lot of really and new recruits come in the fall.” mance, as team member Emma get fatigued and tired, since only strong and big guys, but we’ve got On April 14 and 15, Women’s Hofman ’20 noted: “We were Echo: Favorite place to get food in your hometown? 7 guys are covering a huge field”. some really fast kids on our team Rugby participated in an an- all pretty satisfied with how we While the men’s team focuses like Cyr and JC [Magnotto ’20],” nual 15s tournament known as did considering we had a total NP: Shake Shack. solely on sevens, the women Fisher commented. “At the end “Beast of the East.” Participating of three practices in preparation participated in both sevens and of the day we just had to look for in the Women’s Second Division, for sevens.” Considering the fact Echo: Favorite place to study? 15s tournaments this spring. holes in their defense, and there the Mules had a strong showing that sevens rugby can seem like This past weekend, the Colby was no way they could catch up against teams from across the an entirely different game than NP: The common room on my floor. men’s rugby team made its way down to us. Keeping possession of the Northeast. In their first match 15s,the women’s results certainly to Babson College in Wellesley, Mas- ball was key.” Colby came into the of pool play, the Mules rolled are impressive. Echo: Got to pump up song? sachusetts to compete for a spot in the final matchup against Salve Regina through Rensselaer Polytechnic Unlike the men’s team, the National sevens Tournament. with a lot of momentum. Colby Institute with a dominant 34-0 women are not done with their NP: R.I.C.O by Meek Mill. Colby got a strong start to the received the kickoff and kept pos- victory. In similar fashion, Colby season just yet. This weekend, tournament, crushing Merrimack session of the ball the majority of finished out the pool play against the team will play in another an- Echo: Favorite musician? 29-10. Aidan Cyr ’20 was able to the first few minutes, getting the Hofstra University with another nual 15s tournament, the Maine break away for two stunning tries. ball down near the try zone twice large victory gap of 50-0. With States Tournament, where they NP: Kanye West. Other tries were scored by Ben without scoring. After two failed these two victories in hand, the will look to take home a champi- Shapiro ’20, Griffin Stevens ’19 and try attempts, Salve Regina capital- women advanced on the second onship win. Echo: Ideal three course meal?

NP: Caesar salad, cheeseburger with fries and macaroni salad and chocolate cake for dessert.

Echo: Favorite food to make for yourself?

NP: Eggs over easy with toast.

Echo: Favorite vacation?

NP: Anguilla was really cool.

Echo: What do you think is overrated?

NP: Rice crispy treats.

Echo: What do you think is underrated?

NP: Fig Newtons.

Echo: Favorite athlete? Courtesy of Eileen Shapiro NP: Malcolm Jenkins. Despite two tournament wins earlier in the spring season, the men’s rugby team came up one game short of winning the Lighthouse 7s NSCRO Northeast Qualifier.