baylorlariat com A&E p. 4 Video games are the center of every good lasting By Abigail Loop bromance. Baylor Lariat Reporter WE’RE THERE WHEN YOU CAN’T BE A group of Baylor women now have the skills and the knowledge to stay safe and fight back. Thursday | September 12, 2013 The Women’s Safety Workshop, held Wednes- day in the Bill Daniel Student Center, taught safe- ty measures ranging from how to hold their keys when walking toward their cars, to holding off an attacker in a series of defense moves. Dr. Monique Marshall, a staff psychiatrist BAA to meet for at the Baylor Counseling Center, started off the workshop by giving a lecture on the safety con- cerns that college girls should be aware of. “Everyone believes that people in the Bay- lor bubble are safe,” Marshall said “I don’t want discussion of future to scare you, but that’s not necessarily true. For By Ada Zhang the university officially terminated the licenseexample, running the Bear Trail at night, putting Staff Writer on Sunday, according to a universitywide email your drink down at parties and just by not paying from President Ken Starr. attention, you can put yourself in danger.” The Baylor Alumni Association board of di- This termination also applies to “The Line.” By reading a set of statistics, Marshall showed rectors is meeting Saturday to discuss future The university notified the BAA of the possiblethat most rape victims knew their attackers, a ma- plans for the BAA now that Baylor has termi- termination of the license on May 31. jor cause of death in college is accidents involving nated its license to use the Baylor brand. Bette McCall Miller, a lifetime member ofalcohol, and that freshman and sophomore girls Collin Cox, BAA president, said an official the BAA and the daughter of former Baylor were most likely to experience sexual assault. statement regarding future plans of the organi- President Abner McCall, said she feels the uni- zation will not be released until after the board versity is violating the 1993 licensing agreement. meeting. The 1993 licensing agreement between the The fate of the BAA and its official maga- BAA and the university gave the BAA permis- zine, “The Baylor Line,” is uncertain until then. sion to use the Baylor name. Had the Transition Agreement passed on The agreement allowed the university to con- Sept. 7, the BAA would have merged with the trol quality, meaning the university has the right Jay LaPrete | Associated Press university and a new licensing agreement would to review the magazine before publication to en- Ready to kick at the World Cup have been written to allow “The Line” continued sure adherence to trademark policies. use of the Baylor brand. The agreement did not, however, give the United States’ Mix Diskerud and Graham Zusi celebrate the team’s 2-0 win over Mexico in a World Cup qualifying Since the vote failed to achieve the two- soccer match Tuesday in Columbus, Ohio. The tournament will take place in Rio de Janeiro in 2014. thirds majority needed to pass the agreement, SEE BAA, page 6 Sustainability takes center stage on Baylor campus

By Rae Jefferson 4 tons. cling containers so that students are not fice supply exchange that is scheduled this Reporter According to Getterman, the Baylor responsible for sorting materials. The con- September. Getterman said this event al- campus and all sporting events have be- tainers are meant for materials such as alu- lows faculty and staff to swap unused sup- After being recognized by the Sierra come Styrofoam-free due to the high minum, paper and plastic. Residence halls plies and decrease waste. Club for its green efforts, Baylor Sustain- costs of recycling the material, which do not accept glass, Odle said. Baylor’s newest residence hall, East Vil-FRAT from Page 1 ability seems to be on a roll and defying has been replaced by plastic. The Campus Living and Learning has lage, was built with sustainability in mind environmental obstacles of all kinds, but department is emphasizing practi- partnered with Baylor Facility Services from the beginning, Odle said. The hall ishave different ideals. You need to find out what’s important to you and the biggest challenge may be yet to come cal sustainable practices like tak- to host an annual energy challenge that fitted with occupancy-sensor lights thatwhat you’re looking to get out of a fraternity.” — the re-education of the Baylor commu- ing on-campus shuttles or riding urges residence halls to save the most turn off when rooms are empty, as well Unlike Panhellenic recruitment, individuals participating in IFC Rush nity on sustainable living. bikes instead of driving, recy- energy each semester, Odle said. The as landscaping that includes native plants do not have to rush every group. Fraternity prospects are able to decide This semester brings new approaches to cling more consistently, conserv- challenge, called “Baylor Energy Mad- that do not pose a threat to local ecosys-which fraternities they would like to pursue and attend those events. facilitating practical methods of fulfilling ing water with shorter showers and ness,” is monitored by Baylor Facility tems, Odle said. “I like IFC recruitment because you can check out the different fra- the mission of the Department of Sustain- turning off lights and electronics to Services. Measures were also taken by the uni-ternities if you want to, but you don’t have to,” McCahill said. “Once you ability. Smith Getterman, assistant director save electricity. Faculty and staff have not been for- versity to ensure all recyclable materials decide you don’t like a fraternity and it’s not for you, you don’t have to of sustainability and special projects, said “We are in charge gotten by Baylor Sustainability’s support were collected. continue to keep going back to it.” the department’s approach to sustainable of making sure for basic environmental care, Getterman IFC hosts a few formal events for potential members, but most of practices will appeal to any lifestyle. Baylor is being said. Departments are being encouraged SEE SUSTAIN, page 6the events are done through the individual chapters. Potential members “We’re just trying to engage and edu- responsible by Baylor Sustainability to take excess of- can learn about the events by receiving handouts from the chapters or cate the community about how we live our and doing the fice supplies to an of- through social media. life here on campus, whether we work or right thing When asked about hazing policies, both literally live here,” Getterman said. with those re- Hayes and McCahill answered that Bay- This year marked the university’s first sources,” Getterman lor’s policy on hazing is simple: it appearance on the Sierra Club’s “Cool said. isn’t tolerated. Schools” list, which recognizes colleges Curtis Odle, assistant “Ultimately, fraternities and universities with notable environmen- director of facilities and op- are about being a bond tal practices. erations for Campus Living and of brothers,” McCa- Baylor also celebrated increased num- Learning, said residence halls are hill said. “If older bers in recycling on move-in day. In just taking measures to help establish a more members are two days, a previously held record of hazing young- green campus. Graphic by Michael Bain | Lariat photographer 24,000 pounds was exceeded by more than All halls are fitted with mixed recy- er members, it doesn’t get the ideals across.” In or- der to be Sororities, fraternities gear up for spring recruitment eligible to rush a frater- IFC and independent frats Panhellenic Council works nity, the individ- ual must prepare for Friday’s bid to assist potential rushees have a GPA of By Kristin Burns chapters can attend.” By Kristin Burns first,” Dunn said. “You want to getat least Reporter Reporter The two weeks of fraternity grounded academically before you2.5 and 12 Rush began at Late Night at the SLC jump into a lot of commitment.” complet- Fraternities on campus are al- A fresh set of classes and profes- and will continue until Bid Day on Baylor encourages freshmen toed credit ready in the midst of Rush for sors aren’t the only things that oc- Friday. meet many groups of people andhours at the 2013-2014 school year as the cupy the minds of sorority women “The chapters put on indi- prepare academically for the com-Baylor. groups broadcast their Greek letters at the beginning of the fall semester, vidual events throughout those ing year, Dunn said. Those who through t-shirts and fliers. sorority chapters across campus are two weeks,” Hayes said. “It’s about Throughout the fall semester,are eligible must College sophomores and upper- steadily working toward formal re- building connections in different sororities look for potential newhave attended the classmen can participate in the In- cruitment in January. organizations, meeting different members (PNMs) who show inter-mandatory meeting terfraternity Council’s (IFC) Rush The Panhellenic Council holds individuals, determining what dif- est in rushing. Effectively Developing process during the fall semester. a “deferred” recruitment, meaning ferent chapters stand for, and what Harligen junior Ashlee Winters,Greeks (EDG) on Wednes- Fraternity Rush lasts two weeks at that freshman have a full semester different chapters are about.” vice president of Recruitment forday in order to receive a bid. the beginning of both the fall and to research organizations before Woodinville, Wash., junior the Panhellenic Council, said she A bid is an invitation from the spring semesters. formal recruitment. Deferred re- Gannon McCahill, vice president encourages PNMs to meet numer-a fraternity to an individual to join Austin Hayes, coordinator of cruitment at Baylor is different, as of IFC Recruitment, stated the im- ous sorority women throughout thetheir organization. Greek life for fraternities, explained most colleges host formal recruit- portance of finding out how each fall semester. McCahill said not every individual is guaran- how IFC performs its Rush process. ment in the fall. fraternity is different. “The biggest thing is to keep anteed a bid. “IFC and the local and indepen- Tam Dunn, associate director “For a guy who doesn’t know open mind and to meet as many “Fraternities aren’t for everybody,” he said. “Unfortunately, not every- dent fraternities recruit together,” of student activities for Greek life, much about fraternities, check out girls as possible,” Winters said. “Putbody can receive a bid. It’s a little more competitive.” Hayes said. “They have two weeks, expressed the importance of estab- as many as you can,” McCahill said. yourself out there, and see who you Hayes said she encourages potential members to attend as many events usually, of formal recruitment Travis Taylor | Lariat photo editor lishing academics before becoming “They’re all very different. They all can meet.” as possible to get to know the men of the fraternities. events. Those formal events range. involved in a lot of organizations. Members of Chi Omega present pledge songs to potential members at Hayes said recruitment is about meeting people. Individuals interested in certain SEE FRAT, page 6 “You are here for an education SEE SORORITY, page 6 the Panhellenic Assembly Wednesday in Waco Hall. “The more chapters you can get to know, the better,” she said. IFC has nine fraternities that will host Rush this year, as well as local and independent fraternities on campus. Inside Hayes is available to answer any questions or concerns concerning Rush. For further questions regarding individual fraternities, contact the recruitment chairs from the respective chapters. A&E p. 4 NEWS p. 6 SPORTS p. 5 SUSTAIN from Page 1 Pi Phi’s annual The ladies of Baylor No. 7 Baylor soccer East Village, which consists of Earle Hall and Teal Residential Howdy events learn to Kick some goes undefeated this College, has been given the Lead- set to benefit its butt in the Women’s season thanks to ership in Energy and Environmen- philanthropy, First Safety Workshop on its stifling tal Design (LEED) certification, which was administered by the Book Literacy. Wednesday evening. defensive play. U.S. Green Building Council. Odle said the newly constructed build- ings have been given the Silver Vol.116 No. 7 First copy free. Additional copies 50 cents each. © 2013, Baylor University LEED certification, which is the OpinionThursday | September 12, 2013 2 Baylor too strict when it comes to transfer credit

Essentially, it undermines the in their late sophomore or junior worth and credibility of commu- year, to stay far past their intended nity and junior colleges. While graduation date — some even one Editorial it’s true that some have less than or two years more. stellar academic reputations, most Classes like Chapel or religion Most transfers can agree that of the basic classes are essentially that are required for all Baylor stu- while choosing to go to Baylor may the same, just at a more affordable dents are not the issue here. Many have been an easy decision, the price. must retake basic courses just for journey getting here was an uphill Arguably, transfers show a high the sake of having a Baylor stamp battle. Once the financial aspect is level of academic maturity. After of approval on them. worked out, another hurdle arrives two years committed to their edu- A junior college 2000-level psy- — transferring credits. cation at the junior college level, chology class, for example, that has With nearly 500 community they have a clear understanding of the exact same course name and college transfers within the student what they want to study and where curriculum as Baylor’s 3000-level body, Baylor makes it difficult for they choose to go. class will not transfer. them to seamlessly transition into In many cases, a degree already A community college degree their new school. under their belt proves their dedi- tells public universities that all of When students recognize this cation to academia and their pro- the student’s basics are finished or university as the natural next step, fession. “core complete” — no questions Baylor is all but friendly when it Baylor is well-known as an asked. comes to previous classwork. academically challenging environ- At Baylor, a private institution, Forget the fact that they have ment, and as such, it holds its cur- this isn’t always the case. While valuable experience at another riculum to high standards. In other transfers can appeal for some of reputable institution that’s just as words, they don’t just let anyone — their credits, many previously tak- worthy. or any credit — transfer here. en basics still fall short of Baylor’s For example, basic courses like But it’s insulting to those who standards. English, the sciences or govern- have put in hours of work and Without question, Baylor does ment are sticky subjects in the entire semesters of time into qual- make generous efforts to help new- transfer process. ity, valuable classes at their former bies acclimate socially into their Prospective students have ac- schools that in turn mean abso- new, exciting environment. cess to the Equivalency Course lutely nothing to Baylor. Though There are plenty of groups to Tool on the Baylor website, which it is understandable that Baylor plug into, and the Transfer Year Ex- shows exactly which classes will wants to train their students under perience as well as Welcome Week transfer from their school. the same education as its natives, it activities thrust new students into However, many students do not fails to recognize the competence Bear Country from the start. What begin their college career with Bay- that these students bring with they don’t realize is the stress and lor in mind as their transfer school, them, thus wasting valuable time frustration leading up to move-in ish their transfers for beginning for a reason, and while junior col- hard work students put into their therefore taking classes that while in a class they had two semesters day puts a damper on what should their college career elsewhere. This lege, of course, is not be the cap classwork and the determination necessary and fundamental, don’t ago. have been a simpler affair. school offers challenging courses on all higher-level learning, this they endure just to call themselves appease this university’s standards. It forces students, especially In all, Baylor should not pun- to produce spectacular scholars university should recognize the a Baylor Bear. Tips for playing Fantasy Football Social Media I have played fantasy football unfair. Going up against someone lucky, not skilled. every year since eighth grade and that has fewer players is almost like There is something to be said there are some trends that have getting a free win. about taking a risk on a player. formed that need to be corrected. Since NFL bye weeks are re- For example, if you selected Arian I don’t pretend to have any kind stricted to Week 4 through Week Foster in his first season, then you Follow and of authority on the matter, but my 12, playing a team that is unat- deserve some credit. suggestions might make your own tended to outside of those weeks is However, if you brag that Pey- fantasy football league a more fun less advantageous than playing that ton Manning scored 46 points for Tweet us and entertaining environment. team inside of that window. your team in Week 1, you have no One thing that sucks the fun out The bottom line here is to only ground to stand on. Most people @bulariat of a lot of leagues is when a team invite people into your league that would love to have Peyton Man- owner keeps their default team will follow through all the way un- ning on their team. name. Nobody wants to play Team til the end, even when their team The people that have him as DeVries. That’s boring. Teams need resembles last season’s Kansas City their starting quarterback were real names. Chiefs or this decade’s Jacksonville just lucky enough to have the right If you’re less than creative, then Jaguars. draft position or make an awesome Greg DeVries | Editor-in-Chief I may have some guidelines to help Unlike in real sports, trash talk trade. you think of a fun team name. ESPN and Yahoo have algorithms should be encouraged in fantasy While fantasy football is all in Try picking a random city out- that can automatically draft for football. good fun, the most important rule side of the United States and then you, but don’t trust this. Comments have no influence is to never cheer for a player going Like pick a plural noun that starts with Would you trust an algorithm on what happens on the field and against your favorite team. Even if the same letter as the city. For ex- to raise your kids? Then don’t trust can’t cost you a personal foul pen- your fantasy football team is losing ample: The Massawa Mathemati- it to raise your team. alty for 15 yards. by one point, it is never appropriate The Baylor cians. Be at the draft and pick play- One thing that is allowed, but to cheer for a player on your fan- Another way to get a creative ers methodically after doing some discouraged, is bragging. Every- tasy team if they are playing against Lariat on team name is to take a movie title homework. body, experts included, have a lot the team that has your lifelong al- and tweak it to make it relate to Team owners need to know of guesswork when it comes to legiances. After all, fantasy football football. For example: The Big when their players have bye weeks. fantasy football. The bottom line is a game, but fandom is a lifestyle. Facebook Gronkowski. When players with bye weeks get is that nobody knows which play- Greg DeVries is a senior journal- Once you have your team name put into starting spots, it unevenly ers will play well on a given week. ism major from Houston. He is the down, learn when your draft is. weights the league and makes it Scoring a lot of points makes you editor-in-chief for the Lariat. Opinion Corrections Subscriptions The Baylor Lariat wel- istration, the Baylor Board The Baylor Lariat is com- can be submitted to the A subscription to the Visa, Discover and Mas- comes reader viewpoints of Regents or the Student mitted to ensuring fair and editor by sending an e-mail Lariat costs $45 for two terCard payments may be through letters to the Publications Board. accurate reporting and will to Lariat_letters@baylor. semesters. 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By Jeffrey Swindoll their institutional review board to Even those who may not be clinic allows graduate students to and Michael Davidson “Since I’m now here help coordinate psychology pro- able to afford clinical treatment of learn in the field while also treating Reporters grams, while continuing to see and similar quality can take advantage patients from around Waco. full time, I can take treat patients.During his time at of the Baylor Psychology Clinic’s “I have a strong investment in Baylor’s Psychology and Neuro- on a lot more folks to the medical center, Klocek said he many services. research and I’d like to expand the science Clinic welcomed Dr. John supervise. Therefore, had many meaningful experiences “We operate on a sliding fee kind of research that we’re able Klocek this summer as its new full- with the veterans. scale, and people pay according to to do here,” he said. “We attract time director. we can provide a lot Though it was a tough decision what they earn,” Klocek said. With absolutely outstanding graduate Klocek now oversees Baylor’s more services to the to leave such a program, Klocek this system of payment, the Bay- students and I am very impressed clinical psychology doctoral pro- community.” said he is excited to be back in a lor Psychology and Neuroscience with the folks we are able to bring gram as well as the basic clini- university environment. Clinic is able to aid many different in. They are trained to do research cal services offered to the citizens Dr. John Klocek | clinic director “At heart, I’m an academic,” he families from all across Waco. in a very sophisticated way and of Waco.The Baylor Psychology said. “I really enjoy working with In addition to the treatments they are trained to ameliorate hu- Clinic showcases Baylor’s mission students and developing students the clinic has available, many other man suffering in a very sophisti- of producing servants and leaders. as it goes along and contributing in health organizations are partner- cated way.” A native Texan, Klocek grew up Klocek said the clinic’s goal for that way.” ing with Baylor’s Psychology and In the first three years of the in the Fort Worth area and began the graduate program is to be able Klocek said one of his primary Neuroscience Clinic. Dr. John Klocek program, graduate students are as- his academic journey at the Uni- to equip students with the proper goals as the clinic’s new director is Klocek seeks to grow relation- signed to a practicum location at versity of Texas at Austin, where education and experience needed to develop the volume of services ships with these organizations. either the clinic or another loca- he received his Bachelor of Science With these assessments and to effectively help those in need. they offer. The clinic formerly had One of those partners is the Heart tion in Waco. In the fourth year, degree in psychology. various methods for treatment “The university decided it was a part-time director. With a full- of Texas Autism Network. The graduate students work exclusively Although this is his first year and therapy, the clinic is capable of time, now, to expand and go fur- time director, the clinic is now ca- network, a nonprofit corporation in the research lab. at Baylor, Klocek is no stranger to helping clients of many ages. ther, so they wanted a full-time pable of continuing its work while based in Waco, aids children and “In a lot of graduate programs, Waco, having moved from Temple “We’ll have anywhere from director,” Klocek said. “My respon- expanding and growing. adults affected by Autism Spec- you won’t start doing therapy or to work as an administrator at about one or two sessions a week sibility is to continue to develop “Since I’m now here full time, I trum Disorder. The clinic offers -as clinical work until your second or Waco’s Veterans Affairs Medical to about six or seven sessions a this clinic as a place where our can take on a lot more folks to su- sessments for ADHD, learning dis- third year,” Maranville said. “We Center for the past year. There he week,” said Waco graduate student doctoral students are trained and a pervise,” Klocek said. “Therefore, abilities, IQ testing, as well as any really get the opportunity to start was the supervisor of the clinic’s Priscilla Maranville. place where we are able to serve the we can provide a lot more services diagnostic assessments that seem practicing and learning from day psychology services, working with Along with a full-time staff, the community.” to the community.” necessary for clients. on e .” Asthma: the facts you need to know

By Rebecca Jung Reporter

As temperatures drop, some students could see their asthma conditions worsen as allergens and viral infections heighten dur- ing this season, according to Dr. Sharon Stern, medical director at the Baylor Health Center.Though most asthma is diagnosed during childhood and adolescence, col- lege students are still prone to the condition without having been di- agnosed in childhood. “Asthma can present at any time during a person’s life,” Stern Travis Taylor | Lariat Photo Editor said. “It is fairly common in child- “However, college students are nosed with asthma,” Stern said. hood and adolescence.” prone to getting viral infections Angel Waldron, Asthma and Asthma is a medical condition much more often due to the effect Allergy Foundation of America that limits function of the lungs. that poor sleeping habits and diet spokeswoman, said the most com- The Centers for Disease Control have on the immune system,” Stern mon irritants for people with asth- and Prevention website states that said. ma include secondhand smoke, air asthma causes repeated episodes of Students diagnosed with asth- pollution, perfumes and chemical wheezing, breathlessness and chest ma should follow their asthma care odors. Students with a history of tightness. It often is associated with plan. asthma should be aware of possible early morning or late-night cough- “Always make sure to have a irritants in their surroundings. ing episodes. good supply of rescue inhalers that Data collected in 2008 by the Stern said many things can trig- are not expired,” Stern said. Using Center for Disease Control and ger asthma, and this is why college a peak flow meter can help deter- Prevention shows that one in 12 students are at risk. mine which medicines to take.” adults have asthma. There were “Asthma is defined as a revers- Even students who were diag- approximately 8.9 million doctors ible, episodic obstructive lung pro- nosed as children but have not had visits related to asthma that year. cess,” Stern said. “There are two symptoms recently should be pre- The data also reported that components of it: bronchial muscle pared. Students can stay prepared asthma costs the nation close to spasm and inflammation. It may by using a peak flow meter. A peak $56 billion per year, and it affects be triggered by cold air, exercise, flow meter measures the function an estimated 18.7 million adults allergies and viruses.” of one’s lungs by the output of oxy- and 7 million children in the Unit- Asthma attacks are usually gen, when blown into it. ed States. Texas also had one of the treated in a multistep process. The “You don’t really outgrow it,” highest rates of asthma in adults first, the “rescue” phase, is used Stern said. “Your body just gets ages 18-24. with an inhaler while the second better at handling it. Once you Students concerned about phase, the “controller” phase, uses have asthma, you always have it.” asthma should consult a physician. controller medication that relieves Stern said family history can Appointments can be made at the inflammation. affect someone’s likelihood of get- Baylor Health Center by visiting. Stern said it takes one to two ting asthma. baylor.edu/health_center or by years for new allergens to develop “People with a personal or fam- calling the health center at 254- ,so students new to Waco may not ily history of allergies or eczema or 710-1010. Students can also call for immediately notice any changes to asthma are more likely to be diag- 24-hour medical advice. their allergies.

“Hitch” visits Baylor Greek Info Meeting

The Date Doctor who Students can get to know their inspired the movie “Hitch” multicultural Greek sororities will give a presentation about and fraternities at 6:30 p.m. relationships and dating at 7 today in the Barfield Drawing p.m. today in Waco Hall. The Room at the Bill Daniel Student event is sponsored by Alpha Chi Center. There will be free food, Omega and Sigma Phi Epsilon. drinks and games. Arts & Entertainment Thursday | September 12, 2013* 4 Baylor bros bond over ‘Brawl’ Penland game tournament Gaming provides common proves successful match ground for dorm room life

By Jeffrey Swindoll to have fun playing Super By Henry Eckels gaming going on,” Maletz said. “I think gaming is Reporter Smash together,” Shipman Reporter one of the most popular forms of social entertain- said. ment in the dorm.” Students from the fourth floor of Penland Maletz said the tourna- For freshman guys living on Several Martin Hall residents testified to the Residence Hall, also known as the McLane ment was put together for campus, dorm life is all fun and number of men who play video games regularly House, hosted a video game tournament involv- the sake of fun and enjoy- games, especially the gaming part. in their dormitory. ing nearly 50 students from all over campus on ment, but more specifically, it Men in their first year at Baylor “The entire third floor of Martin is full of gam- Friday night. The video game of choice for this was organized to help are thrust into the sometimes qui- ers,” Seoul, South Korea, freshman Jay Park said. tournament was Nintendo Wii’s “Super Smash the students be more et, lonely or silly dorm life. Know- “A really popular computer game on that floor is Bros. Brawl.” active and relation- ing only a few other residents, if ‘League of Legends.’” “Everybody loves Smash Bros., and I thought al on campus. any, upon move-in day, scores of Despite the present number of gamers resid- it would be a great way to get the everybody to- “I think the men stumble upon new friends ing in the dormitories, one student says he has gether and bonding with each other,” said Hood more people get and a sense of community had little experience playing video games with River, Ore., senior Elijah Maletz and the tourna- involved on cam- through a popular common his fellow residents so far this semester. Flower ment’s organizer. pus, the better interest: video games. Mound freshman and Martin Hall resident Jay Maletz said the tournament was a first for the their experiences Some of the more popu- Carlile, who identifies himself as a casual gamer, McLane House, and it was an experiment as to will be, and the lar games provide a ripe at- said the majority of residents in his dorm, both whether the tournament would succeed or not. better they’ll be aca- mosphere for the new men gamers and non-gamers, spend most of their time “I think that it was a success,” Maletz said. “I demically and emotionally,” of Baylor to make friends behind locked doors. thought just the people from this hall were going Maletz said. “When peo- and have fun in a digital “It seems like most of the people on my floor to show up, so I was surprised to see that about ple take initiative to go and competitive way. “Su- just keep to themselves,” Carlile said. “I haven’t half the people that showed up were from other do things, they’re al- per Smash Bros. Brawl” yet met with a bunch of people who game.” places.” most always glad that tournaments are frequently One Alexander Residence Hall student has an The tournament system used was a single they did it.” staged in the dorms’ public answer as to why students are allegedly keeping elimination tournament bracket, much like Swindoll said this areas, said Jeremy Feghali, a to their dorm rooms. Little Rock, Ark., freshman March Madness. Each match had four players tournament was an ex- Martin Residence Hall com- Everett Mansur insists that some dorm residents in a free-for-all match, and the top two players ample of a simple event munity leader. keep to themselves because early in their first se- from each match would move on to the next that can bring students “Students like to gather by the mester, they haven’t met many people with similar round. together during the journey of TV in the Martin lobby and hold interests. Eventually, the top two players were deter- college. ‘Super Smash Bros. Brawl’ tourna- “I think that when there is a common inter- mined, and the one-on-one final was set. That “I know more people now, and I’m ments almost weekly,” said Feghali. est—especially gaming—people will find ways is when Miami, Fla., freshman Spencer Swindoll friends with people that I wouldn’t have been “They’re loads of fun.” and places to gather together,” Mansur said. emerged victorious and was named champion. friends with if I didn’t come to this tournament,” Just across the street from Martin Maletz said most of the students in Penland “It was a surreal moment,” Swindoll said. “I Swindoll said. Hall, the same event takes place. Penland Hall are social and would find other ways to min- felt like I was on top of the world because I’m a Some students were already demanding an- Hall community leader Eli Maletz said his gle with each other even if video games were not a newcomer from an outside place, but I felt one other tournament to be organized as soon as dorm stages its own tournament of the factor or a shared interest. with the people, and I really felt like a champion.” Friday night’s tournament had ended. Maletz popular Nintendo Wii game frequently. “Penland residents are social and multifac- Nederland freshman Jake Shipman said the added there would be more “Super Smash Bros. But the gaming trend does not halt at eted,” Maletz said. “Some students don’t mingle tournament was not only a time for friendly Brawl” battles as well as other hall events. one popular title alone. Maletz said that both with each other as much as others, but that’s competition, but it was also an opportunity to “For the next tournament, we’ll have a more of the men’s dorms eat and breathe video games mostly their choice rather than because of a stig- mingle with fellow gamers. organized bracket, and we’ll be more organized Photo from IGN.com as a primary form of entertainment. ma against gamers.” “It was a great way to meet new friends and on when things are happening,” Maletz said. “On the fourth floor especially, there is a lot of Pi Phi’s annual Howdy set for boot-scootin’ good time By Kristin Burns for Baylor freshmen to attend in the first weeks of the fall semester and donate a portion of the proceeds made from T-shirt sales to First Book. Reporter became an all-university event when it partnered with Campus Programs “One of the things that we really take pride in is that we operate in a and the Baylor Activities Council and moved on campus. Since that time, mindset that we want all of our events to have some type of philanthropic Complete with cowboy boots and a mechanical bull, Howdy is ready the dance has grown through this partnership into the event it is today. endeavor associated with it,” Bryant to bring a fun evening for all Baylor students at 7 p.m. Friday in the Bur- Lamar Bryant, associate director of Campus Programs, explained how said. “It’s always important to look leson Quadrangle. Student Activities works alongside Pi Phi to make Howdy possible. for ways to give back.” >> Howdy Howdy is an all-university event co-sponsored by Pi Beta Phi and the “We agree to contribute financially to the event, and we also agree to Texas barbecue, carriage rides, Baylor Activities Council and offers all Baylor students a chance to enjoy contribute to the planning and the logistics of the event through our Bay- and a mechanical bull are set to en- a fun night of boot scootin’ and country tunes. lor Activities Council,” Bryant said. tertain Howdy attendees. The year, 7 p.m. Friday “Howdy is our private-advised, all-university event that we put on ev- Howdy is more than just a fun event, Morrill said. It also raises raise the event hosts live country music ery year,” said Dallas senior Katie Morrill, Pi Phi president. “It’s a good money for Pi Phi’s philanthropy, First Book, an organization that supports from the Chris Story Band, who will Burleson Quad way to kick off the year and get everybody together on campus.” and promotes literacy. perform both original and popular Free admission Around 52 years ago, Pi Phi started Howdy as a country western dance While entry to Howdy is free, Pi Phi and the Baylor Activities Council covers.

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challenges can I make those saves. Texas A&M by having to make a see.”

She made some tremendous saves save in the second minute because this weekend.” of a breakaway ball. Kloss only had Marci Jobson | co-head coach It’s the chemistry between to make three saves thanks to her Kloss and the defense that has led defense. to Baylor’s success. The system “We have a marking system, but Cal Poly sophomore forward implemented by Jobson is not just if one person’s man passed them Elise Krieghoff is the number one limited to markings, but collabora- you should have two, three players scorer in the country with 10 goals tion between the players. Commu- that are ready to help them” senior and one assist in four games. nication is key because they don’t midfielder Kat Ludlow said. Kloss will have her hands full

Robby Hirst | Lariat Photographer want broken plays to lead to poten- “When the ball goes down the when the Bears host Cal Poly at Junior goalkeeper Michelle Kloss punts the ball against UTSA on Aug. 23. The Bears won that match 5-0 and will tial scores. back we have the whole team to 7 p.m. Friday at Betty Lou Mays host Cal Poly at 7 p.m. Friday at Betty Lou Mays Field. The collaboration between the help,” Ludlow said. Field. TCU, Texas Tech meet in pivotal Big 12 clash

By Shehan Jeyarajah West Virginia (1-1) vs. son opener. New quarterback Jake Walsh separated himself to win Conference USA in 2012. Despite his 259 yards and three rushing Sports Writer Georgia State (0-2) Waters has been decent in his two the starting job at Oklahoma State. a loss, Rice had a good showing touchdowns. After the loss, Texas West Virginia started out the starts, but mistake prone. He aver- Since then, he has thrown for 461 against No. 7 Texas A&M in their fired defensive coordinator Manny No. 24 TCU (1-1) at season with a game that was too ages 279 yards of passing a game, yards and four touchdowns on first game this season. Diaz. The offense is not much bet- Texas Tech (2-0) close for comfort against William but has four interceptions as well. 77.8% accuracy in two wins. Before Manziel returned, the ter, finishing with 21 points and After being suspended for & Mary. In their second game Like Georgia State, UMass is not Lamar is an FCS team, but one Owls were within seven points less total yards than the Cougars much of last season, senior TCU however, their defense held No. known for their football program. that kept things close against FBS with a 21-28 halftime deficit. Rice had rushing yards. quarterback Casey Pachall broke 16 Oklahoma to only 16 points The Minutemen officially became a team Louisiana Tech 27-14. Last was led by 306 yards of rushing, Ole Miss has won both of their his arm in last week’s game against and 119 yards of passing. So far full member of the FBS this season season, Lamar went 4-8, including including 107 yards and 2 touch- games so far, including a grind-it- Southeastern Louisiana. Backup this season, WVU ranks 110 out after being in a period of transition 1-6 in conference play in the FCS downs from senior running back out win at Vanderbilt. sophomore quarterback Trevone of 123 teams in scoring with only for the last two seasons. Last year, Southland Conference. Charles Ross. The Running Rebels average Boykin was able to come in and lift 15.5 points per game. This team is they went 1-11, with their only win Oklahoma State is a more com- Kansas and Rice met during 239 yards per game rushing and TCU to the victory, throwing for clearly not the offensive juggernaut coming against Akron. In their two plete and talented team than La- the 2012 season in Lawrence. Rice have scored seven rushing touch- 133 yards and two touchdowns on led by Geno Smith last season. games so far this season, they have mar, and should blow Lamar out of pulled out a victory over Kansas downs through two games. only 13 pass attempts. Georgia State is largely consid- been outscored 69-14. the water. 25-24. This year’s game is at Rice Junior quarterback Bo Wal- On the other side of the ball, ered to be one of the worst teams in Even though Kansas State lost Stadium in Houston. While this lace has also thrown for 235 yards few teams have been as explosive all of Division I football. The Pan- to FCS opponent North Dakota Kansas (1-0) at Rice (0-1) game won’t make or break a sea- a game and a touchdown, so the offensively as Texas Tech early in thers only launched their football State, UMass is nowhere near the Last season, Kansas finished last son, it should be a sign whether or passing game must still be respect- the season. True freshman quarter- program in 2010, and in fact only quality of the two time FCS cham- in the Big 12 with a record of 1-11. not Charlie Weis has begun to turn ed. back Baker Mayfield ranks third in became an FBS team this season pions, and should be disposed of With their win last week against the Kansas program around. There is no doubt that Texas college football with 780 total pass- in the Sun Belt Conference. Last easily. South Dakota, they matched their wants to come out and make a ing yards through two games. Tech season, Georgia State went 1-10 win total from the year before. Texas (1-1) vs. No. 25 statement in their next game, but is also top 10 in the country at scor- in FCS play, and is so far 0-2 this No. 12 Oklahoma State (2-0) Kansas is led by senior running Ole Miss (2-0) Ole Miss may not be the team to do ing with 51 points per game. They season. Both of their losses were to vs. Lamar (1-1) back James Sims. Sims finished The University of Texas is com- it against. Texas will be improved have only played SMU and SFA, Division I-AA teams. The old adage goes that if you with 94 yards and two touchdowns ing off a disastrous loss against in their next game, but it is doubt- but they look revamped under new West Virginia has issues that have two quarterbacks, you really in the Jayhawk’s 34-14 win over BYU. Texas allowed BYU to amass ful they will be improved enough head coach Kliff Kingsbury. they have to work out, but they will don’t have one. The saying came South Dakota. 550 rushing yards, led by sopho- to beat a ranked Ole Miss squad in This sets up to be one of the have another week to figure things true this week as sophomore J.W Rice posted a record of 7-6 in more quarterback Taysom Hill and Oxford. marquee Big 12 games of the week- out. They should walk over Geor- end. The game will be broadcast gia State. nationally on a Thursday night, and pits two teams with a lot to Iowa State (0-1) vs. Iowa (1-1) prove up against each other. While Iowa State was one of the FBS TCU has historically been the bet- teams that lost to an FCS team in ter team, don’t be surprised if Texas their first game this season. The Tech puts up a fight. Cyclones lost 28-20 to Northern Iowa. Cyclone sophomore quarter- No. 14 Oklahoma (2-0) vs. back Sam Richardson put up 242 Tulsa (1-1) yards and two touchdowns, but Oklahoma is the second high- Iowa State’s defense allowed Pan- est rated team coming out of the thers’ running back David Johnson Big 12, but they showed holes in to have 240 all-purpose yards and its game against West Virginia. four touchdowns. Oklahoma ranks 110th in all of the After a come from behind loss FBS in passing yards and benched to Northern Illinois in their first starting quarterback Travis Knight game, Iowa rebounded by beat- for Blake Bell. No one is quite sure ing Missouri State 28-14 in the who will start this week. Oklaho- second week. Junior running back ma’s defense has been solid, only Mark Weisman led the Hawkeyes allowing seven points through the with 180 yards and two touch- first two games. downs against MSU, part of a 296 Tulsa is a perennial contender yard rushing effort by Iowa. Iowa in Conference USA, including an- averages nearly 250 yards on the other conference championship ground through two games. last season after going 10-3. Out of This in-state rivalry game conference, Tulsa is typically over- should be a tough test for Iowa matched. Against Bowling Green, State given their struggles against Tulsa was beaten 34-7. They run the run. Iowa State had two weeks a balanced offense led by senior to dwell on their loss, and has won running back Trey Watts, who is the last two battles for the Cy- averaging 251 all-purpose yards Hawk Trophy. through two games. While Oklahoma has questions Kansas State (1-1) vs. to address, they are on a different Massachusetts (0-2) level than Tulsa, and should easily Kansas State lost the vast ma- take care of business in Norman. jority of their starters after a BCS berth last season. This year’s rendi- tion of the team has struggled early, losing to two-time FCS champion North Dakota State in their sea- | baylorlariat com News THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 12, 2013* 6 Baylor Lariat www.baylorlariat.com Women learn to fight back in defense class By Abigail Loop Marshall reassured attendees that her goal was “Stay in groups and keep your keys in your hands. Reporter not to make boys seem unlikable, but to make Don’t use your cellphone when walking because sure that women stayed aware. that could be a distraction.” A group of Baylor women now have the skills Dallas freshman Alex King said by attending Turnbow went on to explain the different and the knowledge to stay safe and fight back. this workshop, she gained a greater understand- point on an attacker’s body that could be hit and The Women’s Safety Workshop, held Wednes- ing of common college dangers. had attendees practice the moves in partners. day in the Bill Daniel Student Center, taught safe- “I think the most important thing I learned Sacramento, Calif., junior Kellie Dobson said ty measures ranging from how to hold their keys from this is that you should always be aware that this part of the workshop was her favorite. when walking toward their cars, to holding off an of your surroundings,” King said. “I’ve gone to “I had never been to something like this,” attacker in a series of defense moves. something like this before and I think it’s neces- Dobson said. “I like knowing how to defend Dr. Monique Marshall, a staff psychiatrist sary that girls attend.” myself. I also liked learning the throwing and at the Baylor Counseling Center, started off the Women who attended the workshop not only punching moves.” workshop by giving a lecture on the safety con- learned how to avoid dangerous situations, they Castle Rock, Colo., freshman Miranda Dunn cerns that college girls should be aware of. learned how to defend themselves when a situa- agreed with Dobson. “Everyone believes that people in the Bay- tion is unavoidable. “I think it’s important that I learned ways to lor bubble are safe,” Marshall said “I don’t want Abilene junior Chase Turnbow, who has a protect myself,” Dunn said. “I feel like I’ll be safer to scare you, but that’s not necessarily true. For background in karate, acted as a self-defense in- after learning this. “ example, running the Bear Trail at night, putting structor at the workshop. With the workshop combining the safety your drink down at parties and just by not paying Turnbow taught the women how to fight off awareness presentation and a lesson in self-de- attention, you can put yourself in danger.” an attacker in multiple ways, including how to fense, the women that attended said they left with By reading a set of statistics, Marshall showed react if someone comes up from behind, how to more confidence and more knowledge on how to that most rape victims knew their attackers, a ma- get out of a chokehold and how to act if someone overcome being a victim. Robby Hirst | Lariat photographer jor cause of death in college is accidents involving grabs your arms. “I thought this was so cool and very informa- Abilene Junior Chase Turnbow demonstrates what to do when his “at- alcohol, and that freshman and sophomore girls “Try not to get into situations where there’s tive,” Dunn said. tacker” San Angelo junior Britton Sawyer, tries to get him in a deadly were most likely to experience sexual assault. absolutely nothing you can do,” Turnbow said. choke hold Wednesday.

BAA from Page 1 university editorial control over to matter,” Story said. “It’s going to Lifelong Learning and marketing to take over, they’ll have to sue us Largest ferris wheel the BAA. come down to a legal argument.” of Baylor’s Official Ring program, to stop us and we will defend our- The agreement said the BAA’s Story said ideally, he would Starr said. These programs and selves.” independent voice was understood want the BAA to remain indepen- services were previously managed Danny Stockton, a 2012 Baylor nears completion and positions taken by the BAA, dent. But as a practical matter, Sto- by the BAA. graduate who is not a member of even those contrary to Baylor ad- ry said he believes the BAA should Miller said she is not happy the BAA, does not think the uni- By Hannah Dreier China’s Star of Nanchang, which ministration or its Board of Re- merge with the university. with Starr’s statement about the versity is acting outrageously for Associated Press opened in 2006, and 9 feet taller gents, were not to be taken by the “I worry at this point they’re network being in charge of pro- taking over these programs. than the Singapore Flyer, which university as grounds for termina- fighting a losing battle and the only grams started by the BAA. “Even if the BAA started the LAS VEGAS — The madcap opened in 2008. tion. exit strategy for them is to drag it “Ken Starr is saying he can take program it doesn’t mean we can’t carnival on the Las Vegas Strip is These giant urban Ferris wheels BAA member Jeremy Story said out as long as possible,” Story said. over our programs, but the reality keep doing them,” Stockton said. getting another over-the-top ad- typically transport riders in large, whether the university violated the Even though the agreement did is, those programs were initiated “Things they started that use the dition: the world’s largest Ferris fixed capsules instead of the small- licensing agreement or not is a not pass, the university is going by the BAA,” Miller said. “There Baylor name, they were able to wheel. er, teetering baskets most people matter for lawyers to deal with. forward with many changes out- was no Heritage Club before the start because they have a licensing The outer wheel of the 55-story remember from childhood. “I think it violates the spirit of lined in the agreement, Starr said. BAA, there was no Ring program agreement. The Ring program is a High Roller ride is scheduled to be High Roller riders will have to the agreement, but in the grand The Baylor Alumni Network until BAA started providing it. If thing a lot of universities have and hoisted into place Tuesday. take a break from gambling and scheme of things, that’s not going is in charge of the Heritage Club, the Baylor Alumni Network wants has nothing to to with BAA.” The gargantuan project is now smoking when they enter one of visible from all over the city, in- the 28 glass capsules attached to cluding the airport. Early next year, the gargantuan wheel, Codiga said, FRAT from Page 1 SORORITY from Page 1 it will be outfitted with 1,500 LED but they will be able to take in the lights, and start its slow spin. marquee-lit panoramic views with have different ideals. You need to find out what’s important to you and The Panhellenic Council offers college women the opportunity to “It’s going to be an icon,” Proj- a drink in hand. what you’re looking to get out of a fraternity.” get to know the eight sorority chapters on campus. These are Alpha Chi ect Director David Codiga said. The wheel, which has been Unlike Panhellenic recruitment, individuals participating in IFC Rush Omega, Alpha Delta Pi, Chi Omega, Delta Delta Delta, Kappa Alpha The- “It’s going to be a part of your visit under construction since 2011, is do not have to rush every group. Fraternity prospects are able to decide ta, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Pi Beta Phi and Zeta Tau Alpha. to Las Vegas if you ride it or not. It’s taller than the Bellagio hotel-casi- which fraternities they would like to pursue and attend those events. One way to meet the active members of the sororities is through week- more or less impossible not to see it no but still dwarfed by the Strato- “I like IFC recruitment because you can check out the different fra- ly “SUB dinners.” Each chapter hosts a “meet and greet” in the Bill Daniel if you come here.” sphere observation tower, which ternities if you want to, but you don’t have to,” McCahill said. “Once you Student Center for one hour during the week. PNMs are invited to come Caesars Entertainment Corp., rises more than 1,000 feet. It will decide you don’t like a fraternity and it’s not for you, you don’t have to and meet the women of a particular chapter. which owns more casinos than carry 3.5 million pounds of steel — continue to keep going back to it.” “It’s another opportunity for the women to feel comfortable in coming any other U.S. gambling company, the equivalent of about 200 Hum- IFC hosts a few formal events for potential members, but most of in and approaching the active members,” Dunn said. is building the ride as part of its mers— and will take 30 minutes to the events are done through the individual chapters. Potential members SUB dinners are informal and anyone is invited. PNMs are encour- $550 million Linq development, a make one revolution. can learn about the events by receiving handouts from the chapters or aged to ask questions about the sorority’s philanthropy and sisterhood. new outdoor plaza across the street And, because this is Las Vegas through social media. “It’s extremely important to get to know them and get from Caesars Palace. where overstimulation is the sales When asked about hazing policies, both to know who they are,” Winters said. “You get to The walking mall, sandwiched pitch, it will feature audiovisual Hayes and McCahill answered that Bay- know women by their names.” between the Flamingo and Harrah’s shows in each 40-person pod de- lor’s policy on hazing is simple: it PNMS are able to begin relation- hotel-casino, is expected to open signed to complement the views. isn’t tolerated. ships with the sorority women this winter. Codiga, who previously worked “Ultimately, fraternities through a number of outlets. It’s designed to lure Gen Xers for the theme park company Uni- are about being a bond “SUB dinners are not and millennials, demographics versal Studios, said he doesn’t want of brothers,” McCa- the only time or only Caesars believes will contribute a visitors to get bored as the ride as- hill said. “If older place you can get to majority of Sin City tourist dollars cends and descends. members are know the wom- by 2015. Tickets will be comparable to hazing young- en,” Dunn said. City after city has jumped to the London ride, which costs about er members, “You’re going to put a new spin on the classic carni- $30, according to Caesars spokes- it doesn’t get meet them in val attraction over the past decade. woman Christina Karas. She de- the ideals class, you’re The High Roller will be 100 feet clined to say to how much it cost to across.” going to taller than the London Eye, which build the ride. In or- meet them opened in 2000, 30 feet taller than der to be in the caf- eligible eterias, to rush y o u ’ r e a frater- going Panhellenic Council works nity, the to meet individ- t h e m ual must through to assist potential rushees have a friends GPA of a n d first,” Dunn said. “You want to getat least church.” grounded academically before you2.5 and 12 M o r e jump into a lot of commitment.” complet- opportu- Baylor encourages freshmen toed credit nities this meet many groups of people andhours at semester for prepare academically for the com-Baylor. PNMs are the ing year, Dunn said. Those who two “Meet and Throughout the fall semester,are eligible must Greet” events in sororities look for potential newhave attended the the Stacey Riddle members (PNMs) who show inter-mandatory meeting Forum on Oct. 9 and est in rushing. Effectively Developing Nov. 13. These are not Harligen junior Ashlee Winters,Greeks (EDG) on Wednes- mandatory, but give PNMs vice president of Recruitment forday in order to receive a bid. the option to tour the Panhel- the Panhellenic Council, said she A bid is an invitation from lenic building. encourages PNMs to meet numer-a fraternity to an individual to join “This is just an opportunity for ous sorority women throughout thetheir organization. them to walk through the chapter suites fall semester. McCahill said not every individual is guaran- and kind of get to know the Stacey Riddle Forum,” “The biggest thing is to keep anteed a bid. Winters said. open mind and to meet as many “Fraternities aren’t for everybody,” he said. “Unfortunately, not every- Throughout the fall semester, PNMs are able to meet Gamma Chi’s, or girls as possible,” Winters said. “Putbody can receive a bid. It’s a little more competitive.” recruitment counselors, to receive feedback about the Rush experience. yourself out there, and see who you Hayes said she encourages potential members to attend as many events Orange junior Chelsey Art, the Recruitment Counselor Coordinator can meet.” as possible to get to know the men of the fraternities. for the Panhellenic Council, describes the term, “Gamma Chi.” Hayes said recruitment is about meeting people. “A Gamma Chi is a sorority woman who has chosen to temporarily SEE SORORITY, page 6 “The more chapters you can get to know, the better,” she said. disaffiliate in order to help the girls going through recruitment,” Art said. IFC has nine fraternities that will host Rush this year, as well as local Ten members from each sorority on campus choose to disaffiliate and independent fraternities on campus. from their sororities and become Gamma Chi’s during the fall semester Hayes is available to answer any questions or concerns concerning in order to give PNMs guidance throughout the recruitment process. Rush. For further questions regarding individual fraternities, contact the Gamma Chi’s do not broadcast which chapter they belong to and do not recruitment chairs from the respective chapters. participate in their chapter’s recruitment events. “Gamma Chi’s are important to the recruitment process, because from Page 1 when the girls are going through recruitment, it’s just very nice to have SUSTAIN people there who they know they can talk to about their feelings and their East Village, which consists second-highest possible. thoughts,” she said. of Earle Hall and Teal Residential Odle said the responsibility of PNMs can meet Gamma Chi’s at SUB dinners at 7:45 p.m. on Wednes- College, has been given the Lead- caring for campus resources and days, the “Meet and Greet” events, and formal recruitment in January. ership in Energy and Environmen- the environment falls on everyone. “It creates a safe environment for the girls going through recruitment,” tal Design (LEED) certification, Students should be more aware of Art said, as the Gamma Chi’s hold complete confidentiality and an unbi- which was administered by the turning off lights and using less ased opinion. U.S. Green Building Council. Odle water, he said. In order to participate in recruitment, a PNM must have at least a 2.75 said the newly constructed build- “The little things make a differ- GPA and have completed 12 credit hours earned at Baylor. The Panhel- ings have been given the Silver ence,” Odle said. lenic Council encourages PNM participation in the recruitment events LEED certification, which is the offered this semester.

“It’s a fun process. Enjoy it,” Ashlee Winters said. “Take the opportuni-