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Demand for Ferris counseling services increases Devin Anderson censed professional counselor and from home at Ferris. Mental health at Ferris substance abuse specialist at the Ferris “A lot of people think talking about Torch Reporter Counseling Center, most colleges and mental health is uncomfortable or they Seriously considered suicide 9.3% universities in Michigan have seen a don’t want to talk about an issue they Whether it be for depression, anxiety steady increase in demand for mental may be having,” said Hudgins. “Our goal or addiction, a growing number of Fer- health services over the past several is to tell students it’s okay to talk about Felt so depressed it was 32.9% ris students are seeking counseling for years. mental health. Depression isn’t a bad diffcult to function mental health issues “The stigma about thing. You can come out of it with a pos- According to its records, the Ferris having mental health itive attitude.” Counseling Center administered 334 challenges is de- Whether he’s studying, at his job in Felt overwhelming anxiety 60% high risk, “triage” counseling sessions creasing,” Liszews- the College of Business or serving as within the last 12 months during the fall 2015 semester, a 22.3 ki said. “People are president of the American Marketing percent increase from the 273 sessions more comfortable Association, Ferris marketing junior Alex administered in fall 2014. A session is getting counseling Bray spends a lot of time on campus. considered a triage when a student is these days.” According to Bray, the best way to de- According to a Spring 2015 initially assessed in urgent need of care Victoria Hudgins Active Minds is a stress is exercise. or when a student is referred to counsel- campus organization that promotes “Work out, run, get outside if you can, American College Health ing by the Department of Public Safety the discussion of mental health. Active anything to get your mind off work,” Association Survey of 1,147 for activities such as a suicide attempt Minds president and Ferris sports com- Bray said. “You have to put yourself frst. Ferris Students or excessive alcohol use. munication junior Victoria Hudgins said School comes second, no matter what.” According to Tom Liszewski, a li- the group has become her home away See Mental Health on page 5

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Angela Graf “A strong community is built on taking care of one another.” News Editor - Mickey Albright NEWS [email protected] See below for story SafeRide turns 15

Photo by: Devin Anderson | Torch Reporter The SafeRide bus prowls the night and provides a safe means of transportation to intoxicated Ferris students.

Ferris provides free transportation for intoxicated students

Devin Anderson SafeRide has given rides to 9,995 students since the service began in 2000. During the fall 2015 semester, Torch Reporter SafeRide gave rides to 831 students. SafeRide coordina- SafeRide Stops tor Mickey Albright projects the ride count will top 1,600 For 15 years, SafeRide has been a staple of night life for the 2015/2016 academic year. Gypsy Nickel Lounge at Ferris, giving thousands of intoxicated students rides “Safe Ride is a service provided to ensure that stu- home. dents have a safe and reliable form of transportation Sawmill Saloon “I don’t know why I don’t ride this more often,” said home if they fnd themselves unable to drive or depend one student while riding last Saturday’s SafeRide bus, on someone who is unavailable to get them home safe- Star Shooters contracted through Big Rapids Dial-A-Ride. ly,” Albright said. “Ferris is committed to help educate The Pub (temporarily closed) Another student yelled expletives about Star Shoot- and provide safe alternatives for students when feasible. ers on her way out of the popular establishment be- We all make poor choices from time to The Gate fore being delivered to a nearby fraternity house by the time. We do not want a person’s poor SafeRide bus. decision to result in a catastrophic Ferris State University pays $525 a week to provide event.” Hours: students free shuttle service from The Gate, Star Shoot- SafeRide is trackable on operating Thursday, Friday & Saturday from ers, Gypsy Nickel Lounge and the Sawmill Saloon every nights by using the DoubleMap Bus Thursday, Friday and Saturday night of the fall and spring Tracker mobile application. 12:00 - 2:30 a.m. semesters. SafeRide is partly made possible “I’ve had a lot of fun and entertainment with some by volunteers, who help gather riders unteer opportunity, a student should be proud students,” said Saturday’s SafeRide bus driver, Jennifer Mickey Albright at the bars, communicate addresses that he or she has taken care of their peers.” Rosenogle. “Then there are some who are just obnox- with the driver and help maintain a safe riding environ- Albright encourages users of SafeRide to support the ious and loud. There can be arguing and fghts on the ment. Volunteers receive three hours of community ser- service by “taking their turn” to volunteer. bus.” vice through the Volunteer Center every time they volun- To volunteer with SafeRide, call the Center for Leader- According to Rosenogle, Shooters is the busiest stop teer with SafeRide. ship, Activities and Career Services at (231) 591-2685 for SafeRide, while she can only remember giving one “A strong community is built on taking care of or email [email protected]. ride from the Sawmill in the last several years. one another,” Albright said. “Refecting on this vol- News 3 Ferris State Torch Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016 Drunk student can’t fnd room A roundup of this week’s crime at Ferris State University NEWS BRIEFS Angela Graf By Devin Anderson, Torch Reporter Ridin’ dirty Not our house, let’s party News Editor Because I got high Dec. 17, 10:40 a.m., offcers Jan. 7, 4:20 a.m., offcers inves- Dec. 10, 2:30 a.m., offcers inves- stopped a vehicle in Lot 37 for an tigated disorderly subjects at West tigated a broken window at Merrill expired license plate. The driver was Campus Apartments. It was dis- Technology Maintenance Nights Hall. Three subjects were found ticketed for driving on a suspended covered the subjects were partying There will be scheduled maintenance happening on university websites to be in possession of marijuana. license. in another tenant’s residence and and affliates on Thursday nights two to three times per month from 10 Offcers fled a warrant request to were removed. p.m. to 6 a.m. The frst scheduled Thursday is Jan. 21 followed by Feb. 4. arrest the subjects for their posses- Caught with weed The full schedule can be found on the Ferris State “My Tech Support” page. sion and the broken window. Dec. 17, 1:45 p.m., offcers in- Minor in possession Additionally, details on maintenance will be available on Blackboard and vestigated a marijuana complaint Jan. 8, 2:45 a.m., offcers investi- MyFSU as it occurs. Two caught with weed in Henderson Hall. One subject was gated a suspicious situation at the Dec. 12, 4:50 a.m., offcers in- referred to the Offce of Student Racquet Facility. One subject was University Center One-Year Anniversary Celebration vestigated a marijuana complaint Conduct and offcers fled a warrant ticketed for being a minor in pos- On Friday, Jan. 22 from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m., there will be food, laser tag, in Hallisy Hall. Two subjects were request for the subject’s arrest. session of alcohol. karaoke, custom street signs, craft projects, prizes and other events hap- referred to the Offce of Student pening in celebration of the opening of the University Center one year ago. Conduct and a warrant request was More weed The event is free and open to all students. Any questions can be directed to fled to arrest them. Jan. 11, 11 p.m., offcers investi- the Center for Leadership, Activities and Career Services. gated a marijuana complaint in Mer- Intoxicated minor TORCH rill Hall. Two subjects were referred Spring Sorority Recruitment Dec. 12, 7:40 p.m., offcers inves- to the Offce of Student Conduct. Wednesday, Jan. 27, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., students have the opportunity to tigated a disorderly student com- meet with members of the seven Panhellenic sororities on campus. This will plaint in McNerney Hall. The subject ON THE So much weed… be held in the Center for Leadership, Activities and Career Services offce in was ticketed for being a minor in Jan. 11, 11:05 p.m., offcers in- the University Center. Light snacks and refreshments will be served. possession of alcohol and referred RECORD vestigated a marijuana complaint to the Offce of Student Conduct. in Travis Hall. Two subjects were New Art Exhibit referred to the Offce of Student The University Center will have a new art exhibit entitled “Indie Incuba- Jailed for weed Conduct. tor: ‘All About the Vinyl’” opening in its Fine Art Gallery on Jan. 29. There Dec. 12, 11:45 p.m., offcers in- Fraud at Walmart will be reception in the gallery from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The artwork was vestigated a marijuana complaint in Dec. 24, 4 p.m., offcers assisted You’re out! created independently by both Kendall and Ferris students and utilizes a Bond Hall. One student was jailed the sheriff department with a fraud Jan. 14, 4:36 p.m., offcers re- variety of mediums. The gallery is free and open to the public 11 a.m. to 6 for the possession of marijuana. complaint at Walmart. Two subjects moved a disorderly subject from p.m.weekdays and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. were lodged in jail. the Bond Hall lobby. Smashed window Dec. 16, 5:50 a.m., offcers in- Shoplifting at Meijer From Jan. 8 to Jan. 14, the Ferris vestigated a broken window pane in Jan. 1, 7 p.m., offcers assisted Department of Public Safety is- the front door of the Racquet Facil- the sheriff department with a sued 136 parking citations totaling Ferris State Torch ity. The window had been smashed shoplifting complaint at Meijer. One $2,380. with a rock. subject was lodged in jail. Corrections

Manufacturing engineering technology junior Jacob Russell’s name was spelled incorrectly on page 2 Laying waste to in the article “Making space” in Jan. 13’s paper. Corrections can be submitted through email at food waste [email protected] or by calling 231-591-5978 Ferris dining services work to eliminate food waste

Elizabeth Yost instituted a trayless system so reheating. We only dispose of guests now take and waste far food that would not be worth- Torch Reporter less.” while or safe to attempt this.” Many other procedures have These guidelines follow If one swipe gives you ac- been put into place, mainly at ServSafe rules, in which many cess to an all-you-can-eat caf- The Rock Café and The Quad of the dining halls’ full-time eteria, why take just one plate? Café. Both dining halls feature staff are certifed. Any food that Each week, over 39,000 a computerized menu system can be saved is safely stored students, staff and community that tracks usage and necessi- and prepared again. If not, the members visit the Ferris State ty based on historical data. The leftover food goes into a pulper like us on dining halls. A traffc fow that cooks also prepare all food in for recycling. The food pulper size creates the question, how small batches to prevent un- was installed at The Quad Café much food is needed to satisfy served food. and has been a major success; facebook at these guests and how much is A major focus in terms of The Rock Café will be receiving wasted? preventing wasted food is one over spring break this up- With this issue revolving proper storage. Dining Ser- coming year. Ferris State Torch around tens of thousands of vices team members monitor Each procedure put into people, it’s hard to imagine the condition of the food at all place plays a small role in a food isn’t ending up in the times, preventing waste due to major concept. Combine them trash. Despite this, Ferris’ heating or cooling issues. Food all, and there isn’t much food Food and Dining Services team is always prepared as fresh as left over to waste. SILVERNAIL members work diligently to possible and in small portions “At one time, entire cases eliminate food waste. to prevent unserved waste. of food were thrown out due to REALTY “We have been able to min- “We receive deliveries fve inaccurate estimates of usage, imize our food waste by imple- days a week from approved as well as overproduction. Our FOR RENT: menting multiple procedures,” vendors to serve only the fresh- guests would also take more Clean 1 to 6 Bedroom said Ferris Dining Services est products,” said Langan. food than they could eat when assistant director Michael “We have very little unserved we offered trays,” explained Apartments and Houses. Langan. “We cook everything food due to the small batch Langan. “Our procedures all Deposit required. in front of our guests. Nothing cooking procedure. Any small minimize waste and reduce No Pets Allowed. is prepared in the ‘back of the batches left are examined to costs to our guests. Virtually all CLOSE TO CAMPUS house,’ which ensures the food determine if the quality is high of the unserved or wasted food Some with FREE HEAT is as fresh as possible, and we enough for proper cooling and is properly saved.” www.silvernailrealty.com (231) 796-6329 17810 205th Ave. Big Rapids 4 4 News Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016 Ferris State Torch

MLK Freedom March Ferris students took to the streets Jan. 18 in celebration of the accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Photo by: Elizabeth Yost | Torch Reporter

Change is the only constant Ferris hosts Dr. Susan Hoban’s talk on climate trends

Angela Graf Despite the initial uncertainty of some students, they quickly realized that the News Editor purpose of the presentation was not to scare or gain support for an agenda, rath- Many people roll their eyes at the er it was to inform. Hoban even went as thought of global warming, laughing it far as to discredit some of the things of- off as an innately liberal theory. What if, ten heard in passing or from the media. however, they heard it broken down into “If you hear people talking about one small, indisputable and objective facts? thing that’s affecting the climate,” said On Thursday, Jan. 14, Ferris students Hoban, “I would like you to be very skep- had the opportunity to do exactly that, tical about reports like that. The climate hosting Dr. Susan Hoban, a senior re- is an extraordinarily complex system search scientist from the University of and while one thing may have some im- Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC). Ho- pact on it, everything is interrelated.” ban works with an organization called the One student in attendance was Fer- Joint Center for Earth Systems Technolo- ris chemistry sophomore Kelsey Di- gy (JCET), which in turn works with NASA. amond. Diamond happened to fnd While her focus is primarily astron- herself in strong agreement with omy, Hoban came to Ferris to give a some of the points made by Hoban. Photo by: Angela Graf | News Editor lecture on the changing climate and “I think it was interesting how she Dr. Hoban lectures to a full hall of people in the IRC about climate change. trends that have been appearing recent- used the history of the earth to give con- ber of other measurements, building a Hoban urged the audience to stay in- ly in the atmosphere and earth itself. text to what is currently going on in our strong foundation for her main points. formed and pay attention to developments Despite this not being her primary feld of climate,” said Diamond. “Drawing on the Ferris graphic design sophomore Alysha in the world of earth climate, cognizant study, Hoban was well informed on the top- fact that there is change and there al- West appreciated the manner in which the of the fact that, despite interference and ic and stressed the fact that, unlike many ways will be change, it’s just a question of information was presented and explained. even opposing efforts, there are just some felds, climate and weather are things that how drastic and over what time period.” “I thought it was very informative, es- things that will forever continue to change. affect every person every day. Hoban presented a timeline that pecially being a non-science major,” said “We’re humans and we’re smart and To begin the talk, she eased the did exactly that, dating back hundreds West. “I didn’t think it was too far over we’ll adapt, at least over the short term,” audience in, giving a brief back- of years, illustrating the fuctuations my head; she was very good at being said Hoban. “Unless the pace of change ground of the earth’s development and patterns in things like tempera- thorough in her explanations and making gets out of hand.” and how it got to its present state. ture, carbon concentration and a num- sure everyone was able to understand.” 5 News 5 Ferris State Torch Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016 Cheater-cheater Academic cheating on decline at Ferris Shantelle Bonham tions to inform students about the Offce of Student Conduct. Torch Reporter According to Campau, when he asks his students what two aca- Everyone has probably cheat- demic misconduct policies are vi- ed at some point in their life. Be olated the most, their responses it cheating on a test, a signifcant are always cheating and plagia- other or simply cheating on a new rism, which is correct. diet. The fact is, the process is all Plagiarism is often a topic of the same and eventually some- some confusion; many students one gets caught. believe it to be only copying So why do people feel the need whole passages of another per- to cheat? At Ferris State Univer- son’s work word-for-word. This, sity, academic dishonesty is not however, is not always the case. taken lightly and the repercus- In many situations, plagiarism sions of such an act can lead to is simply not referencing a source long-term consequences. appropriately or taking credit for “Faculty have the discretion an idea, even if to handle incidents of cheating the original au- a variety of ways,” said Ferris thor gave their Associate Dean of Student Life consent. Re- and Student Conduct, Nicho- placing words las Campau. “From deducting with synonyms points on an assignment or test, still qualifes receiving a zero on the assign- as plagiarism. ment or test, failing the student Nicholas Campau It is appar- from the class and/or referral to ent that the Photo by: Chris Martin | Torch Photographer the Offce of Student Conduct. In percentage of academic cheating Former Ferris student Katie Douglas-Smith can be found at her desk in the CLACS offce, answering questions and some rare cases, the incident of at Ferris has declined signifcant- academic misconduct has been assisting students. ly since the year 2012. With the severe enough to have a student help and cooperation of Ferris removed from their program and State students and staff working suspended from school.” together, the hope is that those This is clearly outlined and ex- numbers can continue to estab- Call me Katie plained under “Academic Hones- lish an all-time low for years to ty” in the Ferris Registration and come. Academic Guide 2015-2016. Katherine Douglas-Thomas joins the CLACS team Campau also does presenta-

Angela Graf “I actually started here 10 days after my wed- Tips to avoid plagiarizing ding, so that was a whirlwind,” Smith said. “For me News Editor 1. Have an understanding of exactly though, Ferris was home. It was my frst place away In September of 2015, the Center for Leadership from home at least. I was a student here for fve what plagiarism is. Activities and Career Services (CLACS) welcomed a years and this is where I got my degree, so it was new member in a new position, former Ferris hospi- exciting to come back.” 2. Know the subject matter that is being tality major Katherine Douglas-Smith. Smith was very involved while attending Ferris, Smith is, by defnition, the CLACS Assistant. Her she was president of two different hospitality RSOs discussed. responsibilities include things like running the lob- as well as helping plan their gala in the spring. She by, answering phones, working with the career cen- also made connections at Ferris that are still main- 3. Cite everything, even things you don’t ter and helping plan events created by and for stu- tained today. dents. She is currently in the process of helping plan “One of the professors here, Amy Dorey, and think you need to. the spring career fair with Student Career Services I became really close when I was a student,” said Coordinator Michelle Albright. Smith. “She drove me to stay positive when I was 4. Be careful—facts cannot be copyright- Originally from Muskegon, Smith came to Ferris having issues with stuff in the hotel industry. I never ed, but the surrounding words can be. for the nursing program but changed after two years. thought as a student starting college that I would “I decided, ‘if I go to school for [nursing], I’m go- make those relationships with my professors and ing to go to the best,’” said Smith. “Also, my broth- teachers that I could then continue to use outside of 5. Well known information and histori- er that’s older than me and my two sisters that are college. Amy is just really an amazing woman and a cal events do not need to be cited. younger than me went to GVSU, so I had to be differ- great person to have to talk to.” ent and Ferris is a huge competitor and I just liked Smith loves the outdoors, especially skiing and the idea of a healthy rivalry.” hiking. She also loves to cook but admits that for Smith graduated from the hospitality manage- many people it just isn’t a realistic career. That ment program in 2013 and began working in the doesn’t mean she gave it up completely. hotel industry in Texas. Ultimately though, she and “It’s nice to have on the side, but my retirement Academic misconduct referrals her husband made the decision to move back. goal is to open my own vineyard,” said Smith. “Once “This is where all my family is and my brother and I have all my experiences and have busted out into Year Referrals his wife had just had a baby, too,” said Smith. “We business and hospitality world, I want to retire at 50 both wanted a change of pace and he has never and open my own vineyard.” 2012-2013 28 lived in a place where it snows six months of the For now, though, Smith is happy where she is, year.” making connections with and sometimes being mis- 2013-2014 14 The transition moving back in the midst of plan- taken for Ferris students. ning a wedding was chaotic, but Smith was ultimate- “My goals in the position are just to keep moving 2014-2015 13 ly happy to be back. forward,” said Smith. 2015-2016 9

MENTAL HEALTH from page 1 reduce anxiety. The Ferris Counseling Center ad- Ferris students ministered a total of 1,177 sessions seek counseling during the fall 2015 semester, pro- Welcome Back Students! viding students with one-on-one Liszewski supports this, endors- sessions, relationship counseling ing exercise as a method of promot- and group workshops for relieving Start your New Year with a Part-time job @ MPI. ing strong mental health. test anxiety. “Exercise produces dopamine, The Counseling Center is located We have been employing students since 1989, endorphins and serotonin, all of on the second foor of the Birkam which are what I call ‘emotional Health Center. Active Minds is open earn $9 - $13 hourly, paid weekly. shock absorbers,’” Liszewski said. to anybody and meets at 6 p.m. on Liszewski also recommends a Mondays in the University Center, Work schedule around classes, and have immediate openings, diet with less caffeine and sugar to room 016. call 796-9276 for an interview. 6 Lifestyles Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016 Ferris State Torch

“As laid back as we are, we’re a Hailey Klingel dedicated group--we work hard and Lifestyles Editor we play hard.” - Adam Crookston LIFESTYLES [email protected] - See below for story Meet AdGroup

Submitted photo Ferris advertising RSO AdGroup gives its members opportunities for social and professional growth. Meetings are Thursdays at 11 a.m. in BUS 202. For mad ad skills, start here

Jen Corrie Torch Reporter

AdGroup, a Ferris registered student organization (RSO) based around ad- vertising, combines both learning valuable skills and a relaxed, enjoyable ex- perience. Austin Syrek, a Ferris advertising senior, is the current president of AdGroup. “There’s never a dull moment; we’re defnitely an energetic bunch,” Syrek said. “We’re just a really fun group to be around. For new members who come into our meetings, we’re probably kind of scary at frst.” But fear not Ferris students, because AdGroup does cool things year-round, and all group members get to be involved to make those cool things happen. “In April, we have our national competition which is some- thing we really focus on,” Syrek said. “We go down to Notre Austin Syrek Dame to present a full integrated marketing campaigns book that we create for a national brand. This year it’s Snapple.” Ferris advertising junior Alex Wooning is the vice president of AdGroup. “We run like a real advertising agency,” Wooning said. “We go on agency tours around Detroit, Grand Rapids and Chicago so we can get the students in our RSO as prepared as possible.” Wooning said his favorite thing about being a part of AdGroup is the unity. “Everybody is very quirky and everyone is welcoming,” Wooning said. “It re- minds me of the kind of ad agency I want to work in—one that’s laid back but everybody still gets their work done and is serious about advertising. We all just work together very well. It’s a good creative environment.” You don’t have to major in advertising to be a part of AdGroup and beneft from it. If you’d like to learn valuable in- formation about advertising and marketing regardless of your major, AdGroup is open to everyone. Alex Wooning Wooning said he used to be in the music industry manage- ment program before a professor convinced him to switch to advertising. “I realized no matter what I want to do, I can still use advertising to get into music or start my own business,” Wooning said. Adam Crookston is also a Ferris junior majoring in advertising and an AdGroup member. “As laid back as we are, we’re a dedicated group, we work hard and we play hard,” said Crookston. “It’s not just grades when it comes to advertising. You have to prove yourself and why you deserve to get the job and what makes you Photo by: Chris Martin | Photographer stand out. AdGroup defnitely gives that advantage.” AdGroup meets on Thursdays at 11 a.m. in BUS 202. Advertising junior Adam Crookston and advertising senior Austin Syrek chat at an AdGroup meeting. 7 Lifestyles 7 Ferris State Torch Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016 Honor thy mentor Students talk about and thank their mentors

Nick Vander Wulp growing up as an example. Ferris pre-nursing freshman Janina Clinton Torch Reporter said her mom and her sister are the people who have helped guide her January is National Mentoring and teach her about life. Month and Jan. 22 is National Men- “My mom’s a strong woman for tor Awareness Day to honor those what’s she been through,” said Clin- who have taken an interest in the ton. “She had a kidney stone incident well being and success of others. where she had to be hospitalized and Mentors can come from all stages she almost went into kidney failure. and walks of life. Parents, siblings, And a month later, she was diag- educators, advisors, professionals, nosed with breast cancer, and she classmates and friends can all be was strong through that. I’ve really mentors to someone who’s willing to looked up to her.” listen and be taught. Instructors on campus can also “I’m thankful I had my mentors be mentors and guide students to there to show me the way and to success. Ferris healthcare systems push me that extra step or extra administration senior Tiyler Rush mile to achieve my goal of coming to found one instructor here on campus college,” said Ferris criminal justice to help her during her time at Ferris. senior Aliah Scroggins. “And to push “Toni Windquist,” said Rush. “She me to be the frst high school and col- taught medical terminology. She lege graduate in my family.” would help in any way possible. I Scroggins talked about the woman would defnitely go to her for advice in her life who helped make much of about keeping my grades up.” her success possible and who contin- Ferris optometry student Brenden ues to serve as an inspiration to her. Manns said his mentor, Dr. James “Seventh through twelfth grade I Miller, is on sabbatical for the year. had the same mentor,” said Scrog- “He’s helped me a lot in describing Photo by: Aubrey Kemme | Photographer gins. “Her name is Beverly Payne and and driving home the importance of Pre-pharmacy junior Kaylie Cole (left) and pre-nursing freshman Janina Clinton (right). she was the principal. She saw the ethics in medicine,” said Manns. “He potential that I didn’t see in myself. It taught his class from the perspec- was because of her that I graduated tive of striving to always do the right high school. thing.” Ferris manufacturing technolo- Giving thanks to the Academic gy freshman Kinyonia Leveston, a Support Center staff was important friend of Scroggins, said their friend- to Ferris elementary education soph- ship is one of the best things that’s omore Taylor Davis and Ferris pre- happened to her. Leveston said she med freshman Mary Partain. looks to Scroggins as her mentor. “I’ve been able to go up there and “Aliah has shown me so much, and talk with Karen GreenBay when I’ve she makes me want to do better for been having a terrible day,” said Da- myself,” said Leveston. “That’s why I vis. “She’s always open to talk.” stay focused. I made the dean’s list Relationships between the mentor my frst semester. Plus I work and I and mentee can span a lifetime and volunteer with a few different pro- it’s about maintaining those bonds. grams.” “You never know when you’re go- Ferris pre-pharmacy junior Kaylie ing to need someone again,” said Cole said she looked to her brother Scroggins.

Photo by: Aubrey Kemme | Photographer Pre-med freshman Mary Partain (left) and elementary education sophomore Taylor Davis (right). happy

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It’s been almost three years since self-proclaimed god Kanye West has released a studio album. This will change when Yeezy releases “SWISH” on Feb. 11. “SWISH” will be released by Kanye’s own record label GOOD Music and Jay-Z’s label Roc-A-Fella Records. Both are distribut- ed by legendary Def Jam Recordings. Since the release of “Yeezus” in 2013, Kanye has released songs “Only One” and “All Day,” both featuring Paul McCartney. On Jan. 8, Kanye posted two tracks to his Sound- Cloud, “Real Friends” featuring Ty Dolla $ign, and a snippet of “No More Parties in L.A.” fea- turing Kendrick Lamar. These four tracks are rumored to appear on the unreleased album, Jacob Evans though nobody knows for sure. “’No More Parties in LA’ sounds like old Kanye and I dig that,” Ferris music industry management soph- omore Jacob Evans said. “I like the beat to ‘Real Friends’ but overall the song is just ok.” Ferris music industry management sophomore Duke Talley is a recording artist under the name Twenty of K2SG and also has thoughts on Kanye. “When Yeezy was projected on a building Courtesy photo in NYC singing ‘New Slaves’ before the al- Rapper, producer and fashion icon Kanye West will be releasing his long-awaited album “SWISH” on Feb. 11. bum was released, it was iconic,” Talley said. “Since ‘Yeezus,’ let’s look at what he’s done. He has been spending time in the fashion industry, including a switch from Nike to Adi- Duke Talley das.” Talley also said the changes in Kanye’s life since 2013 may affect what he decides to rap about on “SWISH.” “He had North West with Kim and his son Saint West was born in December,” said Talley. “He has dealt with constant hate from the public and media who resent him for his honest perso- na. His focus has been outside of just music. His mind is in different places. I’m not gonna say it will have a more mature sound, but it will be about more mature things—things a man has to deal with.” Ferris professional golf management junior Dustin Darling is an enormous fan of rap mu- sic and is also excited for “SWISH.” Dustin Darling “I’m excited to see the extents he has pro- gressed with this new album,” Darling said. “He has changed his style drastically with his later albums and single releases being more of collaborations and portraying moral messages. All in all I am just excited for new music from this great artist.” Be alert for any more songs Kanye releases before “SWISH” drops on Thursday, Feb. 11.

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RSO feature: Outdoor Club

Submitted photo The FSU Outdoor Club meets Tuesdays at 11 a.m. in BUS 206. Members get the chance to do a variety of activities outdoors including paintballing, hiking, skiing and building teepees.

Nick Vander Wulp time even though we only had three people.” Torch Reporter Ferris pre-dental hygiene ju- nior Autumn Mirkle, who is the Ferris students looking for president of Outdoor Club, joined UNTIL NOON a club active in outdoor activi- Outdoor Club her freshman year ties and social gatherings need after being dragged to a meeting. search no further. She ended up staying after feel- Friday, 1/22/16, The Outdoor Club is a regis- ing so welcome. tered student organization (RSO) “The club puts forth responsi- for the 2016 that participates in activities such bility and initiative,” said Mirkle. as paintballing, skiing, building “One of the general members or- teepees and just hanging out. ganized an event to roast hotdogs IMAGE AWARDS Ferris criminal justice and psy- in this sick teepee we made. Out- chology junior Kari Randolph and door Club is a really nice general Ferris early childhood education club that encompass a whole of Log into OrgSync > My Memberships > Election Portal > sophomore Megan Vandenberg things people like to do and give 2016 Image Awards Voting are members who are active in them the means to fnd people the organization and love to be who like to do the same thing.” https://orgsync.com/27992/forms/179023 involved in planning events and Mirkle said she likes to see making ideas reality. people get involved to help each “We went up to Manistee to do other learn new outdoors skills a sturgeon release,” said Vanden- like fshing or hunting. She said berg. “The Ottawa band of Indi- she thinks other groups can ans tribal group was up there and sometimes be exclusive or ex- IMAGE AWARDS we got to see some of the tribal pensive. things they do and release baby “We went snowshoeing once,” sturgeon back into the river.” said Mirkle. “It was awful, but Randolph said the Outdoor what was really enjoyable about Club is really relaxed in the way it was trying something new with the organization is run. people in the club because we all “We always keep events going sucked. We were all terrible at it.” TH on no matter how many people Outdoor Club meets at Tues- FEBRUARY 5 are there,” said Randolph. “We days at 11 a.m. in BUS 206. went tubing down the river one for the 2016 Image Awards, SAVE Friday, February 5, 7:00 pm, University Center 202 Sponsored by Black Leaders Aspiring THE for Critical Knowledge DATE FREE ADMISSION thanks to Student Activity Fees SPECIAL GUEST HOST TO BE ANNOUNCED NEXT WEEK! Anyone with a disability who needs special accommodations to attend this event should contact 231.591.2617 or [email protected] at least 72 hours in advance.

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Marshall Scheldt “Our cohesiveness is at a high level right now.” Sports Editor - Josh Fleming SPORTS [email protected] See page 13 for story Dual Threats Huntey, Guy join basketball team

Mark Hansen Torch Reporter

Two Ferris State volleyball players are bringing their talents back to the hardcourt, but this time to try their hand at another sport. Ferris senior Alexis Huntey and redshirt freshman Hannah Guy are also playing for the Ferris State women’s basketball team this sea- son. Although the women’s basketball team has struggled this season with a young group of players and inju- ries riddling their season, Huntey has been stellar. Since coming on board for the Bulldogs, she’s aver- aging 13.8 points and 9.8 rebounds per game. Huntey talked about the transition and how she came up with the idea to dual-sport her fnal year at Ferris. “I made that decision last spring, when Colleen [Lamoreaux-Tate] was still here; I had mentioned that I’d like to play. When Coach Faustin got here, I talked to her over the sum- mer and we made that decision to- gether,” Huntey said. The biggest transition from one sport to another is the conditioning; each sport has a uniqueness to it. Volleyball is about short bursts and jumping, while basketball, on the other hand, consists of a lot of run- ning and endurance. Alexis talked about the toughest part of practices and the difference between the two sports. “Probably running, it’s taking a little bit to get in shape. I’m feeling better now, but at frst it was really a challenge,” Huntey said. She’s not alone in her transition though, as Hannah Guy has been with her every step of the way and has helped make going through the process easier. “Instead of just being me transi- tioning it’s been her, too, which is nice. [It’s] just nice to have some- one else that is going through the same thing as you no matter what you are doing, and I think she has done a great job as well transition- ing,” Huntey said. Huntey, Guy and the Bulldogs will be back at it again this weekend as they take on Northwood on Thurs- Photo by: Katie Tobak | Photographer day, Jan. 21 and take on Lake Supe- Photo by: Chris Martin | Photographer Senior Alexis Huntey was a vital asset to the FSU volleyball team last season. rior State on Saturday, Jan. 23. Huntey is averaging 15.1 points a game after joining the basketball team. 11 Sports 11 Ferris State Torch Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016 Home Sports Schedule Sports Shorts January-February Mark Hansen Jan. 30 Men’s Hockey Torch Reporter Women’s Basketball vs Northern Michigan at 7:07 p.m. vs Saginaw Valley State at 1:00 Back on a roll p.m. Feb. 18 The men’s basketball team has boasted a stellar season thus far, and Men’s Basketball Women’s Basketball were able to sweep last weekend and move to 7-3 in the GLIAC confer- vs Saginaw Valley State at 3:00 vs Hillsdale at 6:00 p.m. ence. The Bulldogs started by handling Michigan Tech with a score of 93-61 p.m. Men’s Basketball and pushed the Huskies into turning over the ball 22 times in the contest. vs Hillsdale at 8:00 p.m. Then the Bulldogs had a matchup against former Ferris Coach Bill Sall Feb. 1 and his Northern Michigan Wildcats. The Bulldogs had 25 fast-break Women’s Basketball Feb. 19 points compared to the 10 fast-break points the Wildcats managed. Ferris vs Grand Valley State at 6:00 p.m. Men’s Tennis also found some help coming from the bench, as they outscored the Wild- cats’ bench 39-20. Men’s Basketball vs Salem International at 11:00 The team will be back in action this week when they take on Northwood vs Grand Valley State at 8:00 p.m. a.m. Thursday, Jan. 21 and Saturday, Jan. 23 against Lake Superior State. Women’s Tennis Feb. 5 vs Salem International at 5:00 p.m. Win one, tie one Men’s Tennis The Ferris State hockey team had a solid weekend as they were vs Davenport at 11:00 a.m. Feb.20 able to keep the Alabama-Huntsville Chargers from leaving with a win. On Friday, Jan. 15, the Bulldogs ended up tying the Chargers 3-3 after Men’s Tennis Men’s Tennis a scoreless overtime. The game started off quick with a goal in the frst vs Aquinas at 5:00 p.m. vs St. Joseph’s (Ind.) at 11:00 a.m. few minutes of the game. The Chargers then got the next two goals and Ferris fought their way back before the contest ended 3-3 in overtime. Feb. 11 Feb. 21 After not taking advantage of the seventh most penalized team in the WCHA, Women’s Basketball Men’s Tennis Ferris was able to get it done after a few injuries and some major penalties. The Bulldogs cruised to victory as they never trailed in their 4-1 victory. vs Northwood at 6:00 p.m. vs Lewis (Ill.) at 10:00 a.m. The team returns to the ice on Friday, Jan. 22 and Saturday, Jan. 23 as they Men’s Basketball Women’s Tennis vs Northwood at 8:00 p.m. vs Lewis (Ill.) at 2:00 p.m. head to Minnesota to face Bemidji State. Tough weekend sweep Feb. 12 Feb. 27 The Ferris State women’s basketball team has had a tough year Men’s Hockey Men’s Tennis and the trend continued as they dropped both games last weekend. vs Northern Michigan at 7:07 p.m. vs Southern Indiana at 10:00 a.m. During the frst game against the Michigan Tech Huskies, the Bulldogs weren’t able to get it going from the three-point line as they shot 14.7 per- Women’s Tennis cent and the Michigan Tech Huskies were shooting a superb 53.8 percent Feb. 13 vs Southern Indiana at 3:00 p.m. from the three-point line as they smothered the Bulldogs in a 78-49 win. Women’s Basketball Then the Bulldogs were back at it on Saturday, Jan. 16 when they took on the vs Lake Superior State at 1:00 p.m. Feb. 28 Northern Michigan Wildcats and the Wildcats were able to pull out a 79-64 win. Men’s Basketball The Bulldogs are 3-13 overall, 3-7 in the conference and 11th overall Women’s Tennis in the GLIAC. Ferris will play on Thursday, Jan. 21 against Northwood and vs Lake Superior State at 3:00 p.m. vs Aquinas at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23 against Lake Superior State. Hockey heading to Minnesota

Beau Jensen contribute offensively,” Famulak said. “Obviously Corey Mackin came right Torch Reporter out of the gates and was consistently on the score sheet, but recently it has After a tie and a win last weekend, been some of the other freshmen that Bulldog hockey is on the road this are starting to fnd their groove and weekend to take on Bemidji State. give us some offense as well.” The Dawgs went 2-1-1 when going Famulak is right about freshman up against the Beavers of Bemidji forward Mackin, as he leads his team State last season. in goals scored with eight. Another With the Bulldogs’ win last Saturday young guy that has been making an over Alabama-Huntsville, the team impact is freshman goalie Darren has fnally hopped over the .500 mark, Smith who has played and started bringing their overall record to 10-9-5 most games in goal for the Dawgs this with a .521 winning percentage. Fer- season. Though Smith has played ris State currently sits at fourth in the most games, junior goalie Charles league standings while Bemidji State Williams has also played well for the sits at sixth. Dawgs. Famulak talked about what to After a bite from the injury bug last expect in goal going forward. season, the Bulldogs had a tough “You kind of want to go with the January. Associate Head Coach Drew hot hand in goal, so what we will do is Famulak spoke on why that should not keep playing it by ear, but Charles has be an issue this season along with the had some good minutes for us, not consistency of the Bulldog’s play this only at home but on the road as well,” year. said Famulak. “Darren Smith has also “Right now, other than one of our had some good minutes on the road players, we are completely healthy,” and at home. I think the hardest said Famulak. “We are able to put our thing in that position is consistency, lines together and our defensive pair- and they’re both relatively young in ings together knowing that everybody terms of the amount of games they’ve is available to play.” played in their career. We just want Famulak also spoke on the scoring to make sure that we keep them fresh that the Dawgs have been receiving and that there is some consistency from some of the younger guys on the moving forward.” roster. The Bulldogs’ game against Bemidji “We have had scoring, not only by State will begin when the puck drops committee, but also with some ex- at 8:37 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 22, fol- tra depth, and I have always felt like lowed by another game Saturday, Jan. Photo by: Aubrey Kemme | Photographer the freshmen have had the ability to 23 at the same time. Freshman forward Corey Mackin has been one of many frst-year players to make an impact on the ice for the Dawgs. 12 Sports Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016 Ferris State Torch Corruption in sports Recently, Buzzfeed News and the British Broadcasting Corpo- ration released articles about the Marshall Scheldt possible fxing of tennis matches Sports Editor at the highest level of the game, including at Wimbledon. With the Australian Open in es were presented in 2007, but full swing, one of the sports’ four no action was taken. major Grand Slam tournaments, Nigel Willerton, head of the TIU the subject is a hot topic that has said, “All credible information re- shaken the core of the tennis ceived by the TIU is analyzed, as- world. sessed and investigated by highly According to an article by Si- experienced former law-enforce- mon Cox of the BBC, “Over the ment investigators.” last decade, 16 players who have Whether or not these allega- ranked in the top 50 have been tions of match fxing are true or repeatedly fagged to the Tennis not, one thing is apparent, there Integrity Unit (TIU) over suspi- is no lack of corruption in sports. cions they have thrown matches.” Just last year, the FBI released According to the same article, charges against 14 defendants investigations by Buzzfeed and involved in the Federation Inter- BBC cite matches as far back nationale de Football Association (FIFA) for racketeering, wire fraud as 2003, and possibly involve Photo by: Chris Martin | Photographer “betting syndicates” from Russia, and money laundering conspir- Ferris sophomore forward Rachel McInerey lines up for a free throw. She averages 12.9 points per game for the Bull- Northern Italy and Sicily. acies, according to an article by dogs this season. Novak Djokovic, the No. 1 play- the BBC. er in the Association of Tennis According to the same article, Professionals (ATP) world rank- “The US indictment alleges that ings and a 10-time Grand Slam US and South American sports winner recently came out to say marketing executives paid and that he was offered $200,000 to agreed to pay ‘Well over $150 Trying to fnd a groove lose a frst-round match of the St. million’ in bribes and other illegal Petersburg Open in 2007. Djokov- payments to obtain lucrative me- Lady Bulldogs hope to bounce back from 3-13 record ic said he declined the offer, and dia and marketing rights to inter- national football tournaments.” Beau Jensen gram and players will beneft vis is leading the team in as- he ultimately never even played from being put in roles that tra- sists per game and senior for- in the tournament. Among these tournaments Torch Reporter was the 2010 FIFA World Cup, ditionally young players would ward Alexis Huntey has been Djokovic said, “From my knowl- not be in or be surrounded by a beast on the boards, averag- where US prosecutors say a bribe Ferris State women’s basket- edge and information about veterans for support, both on the ing 10.1 rebounds per game. of $10 million was accepted to ball will be on the road this week match-fxing, there is nothing court and in leadership roles.” Last season, the Bulldogs fell secure the location of the World as they travel to Northwood on happening at the top level, as far Faustin talked about some of to Northwood in both of their Cup in South Africa. Thursday before making the trip to as I know,” according to the arti- the younger players who have matchups during the regular Evidence of sports corruption Lake Superior State on Saturday. cle by BBC. stepped up and taken on more season, while the Dawgs defeat- has manifested itself not just in Another rough week was had Chris Kermode, the head of the responsibilities due to the recent ed the Lakers of Lake Superi- tennis and soccer. last week as the Lady Dawgs lost ATP, said that the TIU has won lack of veteran help due to injury. or State in both of their 2014- The use of performance en- twice at home to Michigan Tech 18 convictions, including six life “Hannah Evo and Rachel 2015 matchups. No matter the hancing drugs in sports such as on Thursday, Jan. 14 and then bans since the TIU was set up in McInerney were just named cap- outcome of last or this year’s baseball and football has been again to Northern Michigan on 2008. Most of these violations tains for example,” Faustin said. events, the Lady Bulldogs are an ongoing problem. Saturday, Jan. 16. occurred at the lower levels of “A role they did not have at the keeping their heads in the right Just recently, the University of The team’s overall record cur- tennis. Some believe that the low beginning of the year as soph- place and focusing on their goals. Louisville basketball team was al- rently sits at 3-13 with all three earnings for players that don’t omores with little playing time “Overall we have stayed legedly providing money for play- of their wins coming against rank in the top portion of the and one that they have impres- very positive throughout a sea- ers and recruits to participate in league opponents. Some of ATP rankings may lead to them sively grown into and earned.” son flled with adversity and a parties at an on-campus dorm the issues the Bulldogs are ex- accepting bribes and ultimately Young leaders like Evo and changing roster due to injuries,” that was used to house athletes periencing may come from the fxing matches. McInerney will continue to be said Faustin. “We are focused and other students. The parties fact that at times they have only Russell Fuller, a BBC tennis imperative to the success of the on getting better every day.” reportedly included strippers and been able to dress up to eight correspondent, said, “Only one Bulldog basketball program, not Ferris State’s game on Thurs- prostitutes that were paid thou- women due to injuries, but that of those [convicted] players has only now, but in the future as well. day, Jan. 21 at Northwood is set sands of dollars to party with the may also present opportunities. ever reached the top 200, and But that is not to say that there to tipoff at 6:00 p.m. and their players. Head coach Kendra Faustin, there are clearly temptations are not any veterans still making Saturday, Jan. 23 game up north These allegations were made in her frst year as Ferris wom- for lower-ranked professionals. an impact. at Lake Superior State will begin by former escort Katina Powell, en’s basketball head coach, Players outside the top 200 are Senior guard Katie Ma- at 1:00 p.m. unlikely to earn much more than in her book, “Breaking Cardinal said, “In the long run, our pro- £40,000 in prize money each Rules: Basketball and the Escort year, and that is before coaching, Queen.” travel and hotel expenses are tak- The list goes on. Corruption in en into account.” sports is nothing new, but it def- The article also mentions that nitely needs to be addressed. an examination of 26,000 match-

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Cody Burkhard intensity could change the look of this year’s matchup between the Dawgs and Lakers. Torch Reporter Fleming said, “He’s a major part of our team and what we have moving forward. It’s great to Ferris State men’s basketball will play see the improvement he’s made. He’s always in-conference opponents Northwood Universi- been a great player but it’s nice to see him get ty and No. 19 Lake Superior State University the credit and attention that he has deserved after last week’s home sweep. for a while now.” The Dawgs beat Michigan Tech last Thurs- The difference between these teams is in day, Jan. 14, 93-61. They kept on rolling the paint. through Saturday, Jan. 16 when they beat Stolicker is No. 1 in rebounds and blocks Northern Michigan 96-79. in the GLIAC, snagging 10.5 boards and three Ferris has played its way to No. 2 overall in blocks per game. His team follows suit as Fer- Photo by: Chris Martin| Photographer the GLIAC. However, the Bulldogs are not the ris is No. 1 in both categories averaging 41.7 only No. 2. Marshall Scheldt scoring 20 points, which was good boards and 8.4 blocks per game. LSSU aver- Ferris and LSSU are involved in a six-team enough to tie his season high. ages 36.6 boards and 3.9 blocks per game. Sports Editor second place tie in the GLIAC posting in-con- Chappell did much of his damage In a game where both teams are evenly ference records of 7-3. Northwood is only a from the free-throw line, going 11- matched in terms of points per game, every game behind sitting at No. 8 and 6-4. The Ferris State men’s basketball 12 from the strike. He also grabbed possession counts. The Lakers are adept at Ferris will play a Northwood team that de- had a dominant couple of games in seven rebounds in the contest. creating turnovers as they average 8.8 steals feated No. 1 in-conference Saginaw Valley 94- Big Rapids. Chappell is currently averaging per game. 84 last Saturday. Last year the Bulldogs and The Bulldogs blew out Michigan 12.8 points, fve rebounds and 2.7 Fleming is No. 9 in-conference for assists the Timberwolves split the season series. Tech 93-61 last Thursday, Jan. 14 assists per game so far this season. and turnovers. He has demonstrated the abil- Senior guard Josh Fleming said, “We’ll be and toppled Northern Michigan 96- He will be a crucial part of Ferris’ ity to keep the ball moving for his team and ready for them. I believe our system will prevail 79 on Saturday, Jan. 16. successes as the season rolls on. hopes to slow down the hands of LSSU. if we stick to our system. Our cohesiveness is Multiple players from Ferris put The Dawgs sit at 13-3 overall and Fleming said, “Our system consists of re- at a high level right now.” up great numbers in both games, 7-3 in the Great Lakes Intercolle- bounding, defense, sharing the ball and run- This game could turn into a barn burner as including senior James Chappell. giate Athletic Conference (GLIAC), ning the break. We make people play at our both teams are top fve in points in the GLIAC, Chappell was one of fve players to which is good enough to be tied for pace.” both averaging over 80 points per game. score in double digits against Mich- second place in the conference. Both teams play with high energy so the air After Northwood, the Bulldogs will take their igan Tech, putting up 10 points, Chappell and the Bulldogs hit in the building should be electric. road trip to LSSU. Ferris lost both matchups bringing down four rebounds, and the road this week, as they head The Bulldogs play Northwood at 3 p.m. on against the Lakers last year. assisting on six Bulldog buckets. to Northwood on Thursday, Jan. 21 Thursday, Jan. 21 and LSSU at 8 p.m. Satur- The maturation of senior center Jared Stol- The Detroit native left an impact at 8 p.m. and play at Lake Superior day, Jan. 23. icker in a system that emphasizes effort and against Northern Michigan as well, State on Saturday, Jan. 23 at 3 p.m. SPECIALS SUNDAY BRUNCH 9AM-2PM Located inside the Holiday Inn Sunday Brunch $9.99 Per Person EVERY WEDNESDAY • 7PM - Close $3.00 U call its, $4.00 Craft Pints (5pm to close) TUESDAY 6PM - Close $2.00 U call its, $2.00 Sliders, $12.00 Towers WEDNESDAY - TEAM TRIVIA Starts at 7pm 1/2 off Don’t miss out Appetizers! 1/2 OFF Appetizers on the fun! Happy Hour Specials (7pm-close) THURSDAY 6PM - Close $5.00 Burger and a Beer 100 oz. FRIDAY (STARTS at 6pm until the fsh is gone!) BEER $11.00 All You Can Eat Fish Scan to get our TOWERS! up to date specials. 1005 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307 www.sngbigrapids.com 14 Opinions Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016 Ferris State Torch “The stigma surrounding Kip Biby teaching is only getting Opinions Editor worse.” - Jordan Lodge OPINIONS [email protected] See page 15 for story

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To celebrities while you still can. You never know Jasmine Nettles ing his passing. make it even worse, all of that time was wasted, when it will be too late. The most recent slew of fallen celebrities because she died even after weeks of my visits DISCLAIMER: This column was rather satiri- Kira Poncin are ftting this same pattern. Their work has and like, three “get well soon” cards. And she cal. The nation gets caught up in mourning ce- somehow become more valuable now that their didn’t even do anything worthy of celebrity! lebrities, but we should really take their passing Adviser hearts have stopped beating. I just wish I would’ve known sooner that as a lesson to appreciate loved ones, because Steve Fox Now just like everybody else in the country, those celebrities didn’t have much time left. I they won’t be around forever either. Call your I’m caught up in the grief. We as a nation are would’ve done more to celebrate them in life. I grandparents everybody. They miss hearing (231) 591 2529 collectively mourning these people that the could’ve cherished our shared existence on this from you. 15 Opinions 15 Ferris State Torch Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016

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Speeches and presentations are possibly the most dreaded of all class assignments. It doesn’t Kip Biby matter if you are a welding engineering major or com- Opinions Editor munications, at some point you will have to speak in front of the class. I’ve learned that the only way to alleviate the nervousness is to be very prepared. means move your hands when you speak. Also, It’s great to know what you are going to say, but walk around a little bit. Think of the audience as a if what you are saying sucks, your grade will, too. dinosaur that can only see you when you’re moving. Unless you are presenting your fve-year plan If you’ve been in class for a couple weeks, you at your company, there is no reason to make your know which one of your classmates is the weir- speech boring. Everyone has seen the guy or gal do that likes to raise his or her hand. Call on that who reads directly from his or her PowerPoint and person. Ask someone a question. Getting the au- concludes with the signature, “So, um... yeah. dience involved in your presentation is key to keep- That’s it.” Don’t shy away from entertaining visual ing everyone’s attention. Bonus, it stretches out aids like a funny YouTube video that you can tie back your presentation a bit when someone else talks. into your presentation. The class will love it and Lastly, conclude your speech like an adult. Tie you won’t go down in history as a boring asshole. your main points together and do not forget to ask Posture is about 30 percent of the battle. Standing the class if they have any questions. If you know still with your hands in your pockets is a big middle your material you should be confdent in answering Photo courtesy of MCT Campus fnger to everyone in the room. Take your hands out questions. If you don’t know an answer, assure the Utilizing movement and non-verbal cues are keys to giving an engaging speech. of your pockets and pretend you’re in the mafa. That asker that you will fnd out and let them know.

Teaching for the right reasons

As college students, we are forced to answer the public, I intend to be a part of changing the the never-ending questions of what we are Jordan Lodge opinion and negative connotation that teaching studying in school and what career goals we Production Manager cannot seem to shake. I hope that the public are working towards. will begin to see the role that teachers have As an aspiring educator, I rarely get an enthu- and how deeply it can affect their children. The stigma surrounding teaching is only get- siastic response about my feld of study. My ambition is that one day students will ting worse and I cannot express how sad that Instead of getting encouragement, my peers come to me not only for help with their school makes me. Teaching has become a “plan b” attempt to persuade me into another more problems, but other struggles that they face as major for many students across the country. “reliable” career choice. They speak of the low well. A teacher is meant to teach students and When their original plan fails, they see educa- chances that I have of fnding and keeping a I don’t think that job is limited to things that tion as an easy alternative. They excite them- teaching position while also reminding me that are only academic. I want my students to learn selves with the perk of having a summer off, it would be hard to make a living on a teacher’s from me, comprehending and actually retaining getting home before 5 p.m. and experiencing salary. the information that I teach. days off due to weather. What they don’t realize Though I know that their intentions are good I am also not ignorant enough to believe that is that none of those things are what teaching as they are focusing on my well-being, I still I will never learn something from my students. is about. If those were the reasons why college don’t agree with them. While I understand the I have learned never to question the wisdom students chose to be in education, then our practicality of these concerns, I have thought of a child; they often see things more clearly country should be ashamed of what education through the potential consequences I may face than adults. has become. because of my career choice. If you had teachers that doubted your ability, It has been made clear to me how powerful I am fully aware that it may take me a signif- or discouraged your interests then I am truly an infuence a teacher has. I doubt I could put icant amount of time to fnd a stable teaching sorry for your educational experience. It is my into words how grateful I am for the support position, and that I will absolutely not be living goal to support and nurture my students from that I have received from teachers over the in luxury. I have come to the conclusion that I the moment that they walk into my classroom years. I can easily name teachers that made don’t care about those possibilities. I am per- and that encouragement will not stop even impacts on my life and inspired me to have the fectly happy with the struggles I will face as a after they walk out the door at the end of the desire to teach. teacher, as well as the amount of money that I school year. Though teachers are not often respected by will bring in each month. 16 16 Opinions Week of Jan. 20 - 26, 2016 Ferris State Torch Why the books are always better

Tuesday, Jan. 12 was one of ready to see the story that I love the most disgraceful days on the so much come to life on my TV planet to date. Why, you ask? Jen Corrie screen. I’m not talking about all the Torch Reporter I don’t think I could have been snow we got. I’m talking about more disappointed. The original the slaughtering of one of my ab- story was warped and twisted solute favorite book series with after reading the entire book so much that it was pathetic. A an atrocious TV show based off series, and I cringed about ev- few of the characters had once of said books. ery two minutes. The movie was again lost their colorful person- The “Mortal Instruments” se- terrible. Terrible effects for the alities. The visual effects prac- ries includes six books by author magic elements, terrible actors tically screamed low-budget. Cassandra Clare, all following cast for roles that they didn’t ft The seraph blades that served the story of a teenage girl from into, etc. I’m cringing just think- as the deadly weapons wielded New York City named Clary Fray. ing about it now. by Shadowhunters were literally Clary is living a quite ordinary So when I heard that they giant sword-shaped glow sticks. life, until she discovers that she were scrapping the movie idea That, coupled with countless is a Shadowhunter—a half-an- and turning “The Mortal Instru- smaller details, were enough gel, half-human warrior, set with ments” into a TV show called for me to actually yell, “What is the task to protect the ordinary “Shadow Hunters,” I got my this?!” at my TV screen. (mundane) world from demons. hopes up; maybe they actually I’d love to tell you every sin- It’s full of lovable, colorful char- got it together and realized that gle reason why I think this show acters, villains that make you the book fan base deserved sucks, but since I’m out of want to reach into the book and better than the garbage they space, I’ll conclude here. If you strangle them and enough ac- pumped out in 2013. haven’t read the book series, tion to give any dude-fick a run I decided not to watch any don’t watch the show (or the for its money. I simply love these of the previews for the new TV movie for that matter) because books. They are perfection. series, so I could watch the frst your view of the characters and Naturally, flm producers episode with a completely fresh story will be forever tainted. wanted to put Cassandra Clare’s perspective. The only thing I All I can say is that hopefully story on the big screen, and they did beforehand was browse the someday, better producers will failed. Immensely. Twice. designated Facebook page for invest the proper time and mon- Their frst failure was “The the show and get a look at the ey into a new flm that better Mortal Instruments: City of actors. represents the books, so I don’t Bones” movie, which came out So the night of the premiere, I have to cry myself to sleep at Courtesy photo in 2013. I watched the movie sat down with a bowl of popcorn, night. The 13-episode television series “Shadow Hunters” premiered on Jan. 12.

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