THEVol. XLII NumberVILLAGER 2 Stevenson, September 28, 2015 Changes to campus facilities impact space Villager file photo Villager Photo by Stevenson Flikr by Nathaniel LeQuang Villager staff writer

During the summer, Stevenson University’s administration and facili- ties teams made several changes to the Greenspring and Owings Mills campuses that increased student and staff comfort and enjoyment. For those who were at Stevenson last year, the most noticeable change is the in- crease in the size of the parking spaces on the Greenspring campus. Until this year, Photo by Katlyn Lamp Photo by Katlyn Lamp the parking spaces on the Greenspring campus were as narrow as 102”, accord- Top left: The facilities team repainted parking lot lines at Greenspring in order to make them wider. Top right: Ste- ing to business office data. People would venson athletics collaborated with the business office and the Office of the President to improve the cross-country come out from class to their cars, only to course on Greenspring. Bottom left: The Office of Academic Support moved to the Owings Mills campus across from find nicks and dings on their car doors and the Academic Link. Bottom right: Space was created in Garrison Hall after Broadridge vacated, allowing more areas bumpers. for students to gather for club meetings and other student activities. According to Tim Campbell, execu- tive vice president and CFO, before the Owings Mills campus existed, the only Mustang Stampede and the 64th Annual look much cleaner and newer. One of the more visible upgrades to parking lots for all the students and fac- Spiked Shoe Invitational, both held on In addition, Stevenson had the inte- the university was the Lynn Duncan Fac- ulty at Stevenson were on the Greenspring the Greenspring campus, attracted about rior of the residence halls repainted, and ulty Recognition Room located on the campus. a thousand high school athletes, as well as Campbell also noted that some of the first floor of the Rockland Center, with Campbell said that the university fi- university runners from 11 colleges. residence halls received new washers, dry- extra space on the second floor of Rock- nally felt that there was enough student In order to hold the event, Stevenson ers and vending machines. Also, the size land. and faculty parking between the two cam- University athletics worked in conjunc- of academic support services in Caves This space is similar to the Athletics puses to increase the size of the parking tion with the business office and the Of- was increased, which makes those services Hall of Fame, built last year in the Ow- spaces on Greenspring. As a result, the fice of the President to make sure the new more central for students. ings Mills gym. Every year the commu- space sized increased significantly, from course was ready. The university also appropriated nity selects one full-time faculty member 102” to between 108” and 116”; however, The university also made multiple about a third of the bottom floor of Gar- and one adjunct faculty member to re- according to Campbell, Greenspring lost changes to the Owings Mills campus. In rison Hall after Broadridge vacated the ceive an Excellence in Teaching award. about 48 parking spaces as a result. the Rockland Center cafeteria, the uni- space and made it more resourceful for The individuals who receive this award Another addition to the university versity purchased all new dishes that are Student Activities. According to Camp- have their pictures hung in this room or was the design and construction of a cross- more appealing than those in years past. bell, this is a temporary change until the the upstairs hallway. This addition cost country track on the Greenspring campus. The new dishes are white porcelain and university puts in offices in that area. over $100,000, according to Campbell. Two recent cross-country events, the

News, Reviews, Features, Sports, In this page 3 page 4 page 7 page 11 Issue: NEWS 2 The Villager |September 28, 2015 Stevenson community prepares for annual Founder’s Day celebrations on Oct. 1 by Dabrianna Green a selfie with at least four out of the10, Villager staff writer along with attaching a hashtag (which will be given out on Founder’s Day) to prove they found them. The winner will receive two Ravens tickets with parking and back- Stevenson University’s annual yard bash access. Founder’s Day celebration is the perfect The Archives in the Greenspring li- balance of tradition and fun this year. brary will be open throughout the day, as Continuing with anniversary date well as different gallery displays around of October 1, Founder’s Day will kick off each campus. Stevenson students are en- with a traditional breakfast held on each couraged to attend as many Founder’s campus. At 7:30 a.m., breakfast will be of- Day events as possible. fered in the School of Business and Lead- Sara Ballesteros, administrative coor- ership lobby on the Owings Mills campus dinator in the President’s Office, said, “It as well as in the Manuszak Center on the is important to celebrate the founders of Greenspring campus. At the School of our University because without them we Design on the Owings Mills North cam- wouldn’t be here. It’s always nice to re- pus, breakfast will be offered at 8:15 a.m. member the days of 1947.” in the lobby. Information about the day’s events After breakfast will be the traditional will be posted throughout the campus Catholic Mass at 9:30 a.m. at the Sisters with the times and activities specified. of Notre Dame de Namur, followed by a tea at 10:15 a.m. Those who would like to attend the tea must RSVP to Carol Max- well, who urges all not to let the RSVP intimidate them, since Stevenson students are especially welcome. Lunch in the Greenspring gym will include a caricature artist, giveaways for all, and a doughnut truck that will make its first appearance at Stevenson from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The annual “Stevenson’s Got Tal- ent” show featuring Stevenson students will be held at the Inscape Theatre (also on the Greenspring campus) at 7 p.m. All attendees must have a ticket to the show, which are free. A new addition to this year’s Found- er’s Day celebration is the “Selfie Scaven- ger Hunt.” Ten items will be hidden on campus, and each participant must take Above is the flier for this year’s Top: Students pose at last year’s Founder’s Day photo booth. “Stevenson’s Got Talent” show. Bottom: Dr. Kevin J. Manning pauses after last year’s Mass for a photo.

SGA strives for success with traditional and new events this school year by Meghan Loveless men on how to be an adult. The first ses- Villager staff writer sion will be held Sept. 28 with the Regis- trar’s Office, discussing how to apply for graduation, as well as curricular items for those who changed majors or have a mi- Once again, the Student Government nor. Association (SGA) is busy planning events The spring semester is a busy time for for the 2015-2016 school year for all stu- SGA as well. This spring, the big events dents. From Homecoming to Baccalaure- will be a faculty vs. student game during March Madness, which helps ate, the SGA has a plan of action. The SGA will host its annual Mr. & The biggest events of the year occur raise funds for Relay for Life. April’s Spring Fling includes activities Ms. Stevenson competition on Oct. the week of Oct. 19 during Homecoming. 19. The Mr. & Ms. SU Pageant, Powderpuff and a free lunch on the Greenspring cam- Football, the Bonfire, Haunted Hallways pus. Baccalaureate and Grad Week also executive board member.” and Fanfare are just a few of the many include important events for seniors. Both SGA president Emilee Thursby said, events planned. of these are still in the planning stage, but “I like all of our events. I think they’re all Each class has its own council in here is an exclusive: during grad week, pretty big.” Vice president Gabe Stew- charge of specific events throughout the grads will be attending a Baltimore Ori- ardson added, “We take the time to plan year. The sophomore class will be tak- oles game. these events to make sure people do come. ing students to a Stevenson football game Jen Milam, the SGA advisor, said It’s an exciting environment for them and where they will sit together in a reserved that this year the SGA is trying to become it makes them want to come back to the section, and the first 50 students to arrive more of a governing body. event.” at the game on Sept. 26 will receive a free “The SGA itself is trying to work on The SGA promises an exciting year giveaway. creating positive change, and motivating of events as they work hard to make tradi- Top: The theme for this year is This year, the seniors are trying a new students to make a difference here,” she tional and new events a success. Haunted Homecoming. series called Adulting 101, which includes said. “This year our executive board is al- Bottom: March Madness flier from sessions to instruct seniors and underclass- most entirely new-- we have one returning the faculty vs. students 2015 game. NEWS The Villager | September 28, 2015 3 University welcomes new managers of Academic Link by Brendan Reynolds and now all tutors must have level-one Villager staff writer CRLA training. But training does not just stop there; tutors are also encouraged to strive for even higher levels of training. Knudsen hopes students will not Two new managers of the Academic just visit the Academic Link, but will Link have joined the Stevenson fully utilize all of the resources that community this semester with plans to Stevenson University has to offer. Both make the tutoring service convenient for Gillett and Knudsen emphasize that they everyone. see potential in every student here and Kevin Knudsen, manager of the would not want to turn away any student Academic Link on the Greenspring who comes for help. They stress that campus, and Philip Gillett, manager involvement is key to success and that it on the Owings Mills campus, have is especially important in a professional introduced a new online system at www. community such as Stevenson University. stevenson.mywconline.com to help Despite having spent only three students schedule their times for tutoring months at Stevenson University, both and for tutors to choose the times that managers have already been heavily they are available for students. influenced by what they have seen. Gillett

This system also helps Knudsen and is impressed by the students and the file photo Villager Gillett as they manage the tutoring system, friendliness of the community, saying that since it allows for statistical feedback of the close student interaction at Stevenson tutoring services, giving them data about is very welcoming. Knudsen is inspired by The Owings Mills Academic Link location is in Caves, shown here. The Ac- usage of the Academic Link. President Kevin J. Manning, admiring his ademic Link on the Greenspring campus is located in Knott Hall. Tutoring Already more than 450 students have leadership and the great goals that he has appointments can be scheduled for both locations, but testing can only be registered for the new scheduling system set for the university. done on the Greenspring campus. The hours of operation for Greenspring and the number continues to grow. The Before coming to Stevenson are Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Owings managers welcome students to email them University, Knudsen worked at Salisbury Mills is open Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 for any help when it comes to registering University and had just recently received p.m., and Sunday 5-9 p.m. through the new system. a master’s degree in education, and Gillett This scheduling system is not the only managed ’s change that has come to the Academic summer enrichment programs at the Link; the rules for becoming a tutor Center for Talented Youth (CTY). Both Career Services offers new help for job searches have also changed. The Academic Link Knudsen and Gillett see Stevenson worked to become certified by the College University as a great place to work, grow, by Kamica Price Reading & Learning Association (CRLA), and learn. Villager staff writer

Classic plays re-imagined Stevenson University’s Office of Career Services has switched to a new by Gage Markley software in order to make job searches Villager staff writer easier for students. This social media look-a-like is a brand new innovative tool to get students involved so they can find their dream job. The theatre department at Stevenson “Handshake is a brand new platform University has decided to produce two for jobs, internships and events. It is iconic plays with its own unique flare for a one-stop place for job searching for the upcoming school year. events and finding out information,” said Above, an image of the new Career The two plays premiering soon are Sabira Vohra, director of career services Services platform, “Handshake,” “The Odd Couple” and “Oedipus Rex,” and industry specialist for the School of demonstrates how user-friendly it both will be offering up an original and Humanities and Social Sciences. can be for job hunters. fresh twist on the classic shows. Vohra said that Handshake is unique Chris Roberts, professor of theatre because it is mobile-friendly and has more and former department chair, has re- capability than the previous platform. all similar to Facebook. imagined Neil Simon’s “The Odd Students are able to make their own Taylor said there is “more access for Couple” in another direction. The play is the play that premiered in 429 B.C. in a appointments and post their résumés employers to reach Stevenson students,” most notable for stressing the importance more modern way that relates to the 21st from their cellphones while they are on since Handshake serves as a liaison of friendship between the male leads. century; however, he hopes to maintain the go. Stevenson University alumni can between employers and students. It is However, Roberts’ depiction of “The Odd the shocking aspects that make the play sign up to serve as mentors to students for more hands-on and direct for the benefit Couple” will rely on the female version, what it is, translated into the current era a more relational experience to find a job. of students. and focus on the relationships between through projection, light, sound, and Handshake provides more listings of out- Another of Handshake’s assets is that tidy and sloppy women; examining the movement. Themes of guilt, shame, of-state positions for students. Thus, if a “it stays with students after graduation,” effect that each of the women has on the sexuality, public conflict, and family will student wants to apply for an internship in said Taylor. It is not a tool that students other. The play will run in the Studio become as relevant today as they were in New York, Handshake can help. can use just for four years, and then Theatre on the Greenspring campus Oct. the fifth century B.C. “A lot of students have said that after graduation, they cannot access it. 8 -10 and 15-17 starting at 7 p.m. The performance opens in the it looks just like Facebook,” said Hugh Students can use Handshake for as long Ryan Clark, the new program Inscape Theatre on the Greenspring Taylor, technology manager for the as needed. coordinator for the theatre department, campus on Nov. 12 and runs through office of Career Services. The designer Although Handshake is fairly new has huge plans for his first play. Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. The company will also of Handshake purposely created the and will take some getting used to, Career “Oedipus Rex” by the dramatist offer a matinee on Nov. 15 at 2 p.m., and software to resemble Facebook, so it would Connections is very excited about the Sophocles is a classic Greek play picks up again Nov. 18-21 at 7 p.m. look familiar to students. When a student numerous opportunities it presents for that explores great tragedy in often logs into Handshake, the newsfeed, edit students. Taylor’s advice to students: controversial ways. Clark plans to direct profile, and notification center are shown, “Log in and try it.” OP ED 4 The Villager |September 28, 2015

Should I say that? Philanthropy and innovation characterize computer genius

by Alec Wendler at the time, Microsoft. In February 2014, Gates announced that Should I say that? he was stepping down as Microsoft’s chairman. In almost every Villager staff writer Today, Gates is attempting to eliminate world poverty, as class I have taken in well as developing an interesting drug. The Bill & Melinda college, these words Gates Foundation has made headlines after providing $5 million have crossed my “Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people to help researchers at the Oregon Health & Science University mind. Another stu- into thinking they can’t lose.” – Bill Gates create a long-lasting form of birth control that doesn’t require dent or the profes- surgery. sor states his or her Bill Gates was born on Oct. 28, 1955, in Seattle, Washing- But this isn’t the only long-term solution to overpopula- opinion on a contro- ton, as the middle child of three siblings. Both of his parents tion the Gates couple is investigating. Last year, their founda- versial topic—abor- expected that Gates would grow up to be an attorney, just like his Emily Rosenthal tion announced that they had provided $6.7 million in funding tion, immigration, father. This all changed when he began to show interest in com- Co-editor-in-chief to tech company MicroCHIPS to develop a remote-controlled welfare, religion— puter programing at age 13, at Lakeside private school. This is contraceptive implant. The implant turns on and off the - re and I have the urge where he met Paul Allen, who was two years older than Gates. lease of contraceptive hormones and can last up to 16 years, to raise my hand to comment. What brought these two together was their love for comput- which would essentially eliminate the need to take daily pills or But many times, I do not. ers and their interest in the potential that computers showed. change implants every few years. The device is expected to be In my head, I know that there are many Allen and Gates wanted to start their own business, but Gates’ on the market by 2018. The chip is 2 cm x 2 cm x .7 cm, and intelligent, fact-based, well-formulated re- parents demanded that he stay in school. He graduated from it functions through delivering around 30 micrograms of birth sponses just waiting to be said. Many times, Lakeside High School in 1973 and scored a 1590 out of 1600 on control hormone into the bloodstream every day through a small I refrain from saying those responses. the college SATs. electrical charge; but it can be switched on and off at any time, Now, I tend to be more confident in my Gates began at that fall, originally think- allowing users to control when they get pregnant. beliefs and my opinions than most, so some- ing of a career in law, but during his freshman year he began to The Gates Foundation isn’t just focused on women either; times I will. I cannot help but think about notice that more of his time was being spent in the computer lab it’s also donating money to the development of a condom that those students that are not as comfortable than in class. In 1975, Gates and Allen formed a partnership actually feels good, as well as looking into ways to get male speaking their mind. called MicroSoft, which was a blend of “micro-computer” and chemical contraceptives on the market. I recently was in a small class where “software.” Bill Gates is a genius not only in computers and software, another student and I brought up this issue In just a short time, Gates became one of the richest men in but also in his philanthropy and innovative thinking. that we face in our classes of not feeling like the world through starting the world’s largest software business we can speak up. We normally feel that we are a part of the minority opinion. My pro- fessor’s response will stay with me for a very long time. My professor said that it was upsetting to hear that we have ever felt that we can- not share our thoughts in a classroom set- Straight from the horse’s mouth ting. That is what being in college and what learning is all about and she wants nothing more than for her students to feel comfort- How do you show your school spirit? by Emma Ragon able sharing. College should be a time where stu- dents can explore all of the world’s situa- tions, inform themselves and create their own beliefs and solutions. No one should ever feel that his or her opinion is wrong. Often, people preach that everyone is entitled to his or her rights, which includes the right to that person’s opinion. But many of the same people turn around and shoot down others for not having the same opin- ion as they do. Daniel Miller Kelsey Marden AJ Grimm Nicholas Gross The world is not perfect; the next best Junior Junior Senior Junior solution might be in the head of the quiet student who sits in the back of the class- “I rock green “I stay involved by “By giving tours and “I support our athletic room. But what if that person never has and Stevenson apparel joining clubs that create promoting our school to teams by going to games the courage to voice his or her opinion? all the time.” and participate in events prospective high school and tournaments.” Encourage your fellow classmates to be for students and faculty.” students. I hope they have open and to share their opinions and ideas as great a college in class. Don’t roll your eyes when someone experience as I had.” is talking; don’t make them feel ashamed for sharing their viewpoint. Be open to and re- spectful of all ideas. The Villager is published biweekly by the students of Stevenson University. Opinions expressed are not necessarily those of the u­­­­­­niversity. We welcome all letters for submission. Address signed correspondence to the editors-in-chief at [email protected]. Letters may be edited prior to publication. Only as a group can we change the environment and make this school a place Editors-in-Chief Emma Ragon and Emily Rosenthal Printed by McArdle Publishing of acceptance and discussion. All it takes News Editors Katlyn Lamp and Kylie Handler Faculty advisor: Chip Rouse is one bad experience for a student to be si- Features Editors Jasmine Moses and Hayley Jacobs lenced for years. Reviews Editor Ebi Short If you are a student who feels like it is Sports Editor Conrad Ellis uncomfortable to share your beliefs, ideas, Kevin McDonough, Ian Abee, Sean Augerson, Darien Baker, Carly Berry, Patrick Candon, Britain Castellano, Alexis Cohen, Desijana Cook, or opinions because no one agrees with Jacqueline Cooper, Bryan Corvera-Flores, Sarah Cullison, Paige Cunningham, Kris DeJesus, Julia DelTos, Jessica Demko, Angelina Devairakkam, you—please share. You are not alone. Laurel Ensor, Brielle Fowler, Dabrianna Green, Michelle Gregory, Kimberly Hahr, Meagan Hardesty, Kaala Harrilal, Corinn Harris, Courtney All it takes is one strong voice to speak Hottle, Caroline Izzi, Adrianna Kamosa, Elizabeth Kamosa, Lauren Kiper, Brenna Lane, Nate LeQuang, Meghan Loveless, Gage Markley, up before many others will have the cour- Jaclyn May, Taja McNeal, Jacob Miller, Elaina Owens, Kamica Price, Abigail Provost, Brendan Reynolds, Kaitlyn Rollyson, Najee’ Rudolph, age to follow suit. Together or alone, every Jordan Sadler, Kaitlyn Schruefer, Billy Small, Emily Soller, Lindsay Somuah, Lauren Spivey, Andrew Sweeney, Fred Terry, Kera Thomas, Jonathan voice deserves to be heard. Tompkins, Dayne Turner, Alex Warfield, Lauren Weaver, Alec Wendler, Mackenzie Wieder, Daniel Williams, Amanda Windesheim, Jacqueline Wolf, Andrew Wysocki REVIEWS The Villager | September 28, 2015 5 Instagram reveals big update, adds new features to popular app by Brielle Fowler share everyday experiences with friends addition of these features, Instagram has appears at the bottom left of the photo. Villager staff writer through the posting of photos, gifs and easily become one of the most well-used When tapped, the orientation of the photo videos. Users can customize their media and popular apps. or video can be changed to portrait or using different settings such as brightness, In August 2015 released the landscape. Once uploaded to the feed, the rotation, and contrast. The app also offers landscape and portrait update. The photo or video looks like a center-cropped The old version of Instagram a variety of pre-made filters to change the update includes the long anticipated square. This recent update maintains said “Off with your head!” Part of the appearance of photos and videos. ability to post photos not taken with the Instagram’s quadrilateral identity while application’s brand lies with its square- During or after posting, uploads app in their original size. Anyone with a catering to the wishes of its users. cropping - in the past, photos had to be can be shared to other commonly used smart phone knows that there is no storage The easy-to-navigate update has posted within Instagram’s square preset. social networks such as Facebook, Twitter, to waste. Instagrammers no longer have received positive responses and has Now, all that has changed. Tumblr and Flickr. Users, commonly to download third-party apps to edit or prompted more new ideas for the With any app, users will have their referred to as Instagrammers, can also alter their photos. Facebook-owned app. Recent reviews on likes and dislikes. Those who take the time expand their social range on the app by “The square format is part of who the App Store show what Instagrammers to inform the company of their opinions following people based on their interests we are… We want to make it simple and want to see in the future. Desired features often provoke the company to make or those they already follow through other fun for you to share moments just the way include the editing of old pictures and changes. This has been the case with platforms. you want to,” the company stated on their videos, clicking links within the caption, Instagram. With a new update, creators Hashtags are another tool used to blog. censoring and fixing various bugs. of the photo-sharing tool decided to give personalize each individual’s experience. With the update, users can fit their Similar to children on Christmas users what they said they crave. When a hashtag is placed, the top and photos and videos into Instagram’s morning, Instagrammers with the latest Instagram is a free and straight- most recent posts that have that hashtag standard size at the touch of a button. version of Instagram can say, “Cool. forward tool available on the App Store in the caption appear. Because of the Now, when uploading media, a button What else?” and Google Play. The app is used to Thrift store on wheels travels across Maryland with clothing varieties by Elaina Owens Chambers and her friend to market the Villager staff writer service. Not knowing exactly what she wanted on the outside, Chambers painted whatever came to mind. Right now, the bus has a free-handed design on one side. Located in Baltimore, Stacey On the other side, is the company’s name Chambers’ Go-Go’s Retread Threads is written out in big graffiti-style letters. service is a thrift store on wheels. Along with the graffiti art painted on the Chambers came to Baltimore in exterior of the bus, Day of the Dead- 2010 after deciding that she wanted more themed skulls line the top of each side. in life. After hearing a story on National On the roof of the bus, Chambers Public Radio (NPR) about how small painted fashion quotes and encouraging businesses were failing, she decided to messages for her customers. She leaves change that and started her journey. markers for people to sign their names With the help of a friend, Chambers and leave comments on the bus, if they procured a school bus from the early wish. To some, the interesting, bold design 1990s and named it Elsa, a reference to might make people apprehensive about the actress Elsa Lancaster who played encourages customers to donate their purchase. stepping in and shopping, but Chambers the title character in “The Bride of gently used clothing. Anything that she Go-Go’s Retread Threads can welcomes everyone. She wants people to Frankenstein.” doesn’t sell is donated to charities in be found parked along the streets of stop by and visit her. On the inside, Elsa is almost Baltimore. Baltimore. Chambers has specific Go-Go Retread Thread’s has a wide completely disassembled. The only Inside the bus, clothes hang in rows places where she parks during the week, selection of clothing for all shapes and original pieces that remain in the bus are on each side and are organized according including the JFX Farmer’s Market and sizes. The clothing she sells are generally a single row of chairs in the front for when to color. Above of the clothes are shelves Bazaar, the Towson’s Farmers Market, donations. They come from thrift stores Chambers has traveling companions. for shoes. Everything is very organized The Gatherings, as well as many college and people all over the country. When Everything else has been taken out to and very accessible. The back of the bus campuses in the Baltimore area. If you’re people come to shop and they have accommodate the store. has been converted into a fitting room looking for a new place to shop, make sure clothes they want to give away, Chambers Elsa’s exterior was a blank canvas for for people who want to try on a possible to check out Go-GO’s Retread Threads. “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Next” provides readers with wealth of knowledge by Taja McNeal power punish them. The novel has characters that every- The story also is successful at creat- Villager staff writer Essentially, as long as there’s a soci- one can relate to, making it universally ing impactful, vivid, visual images. Most etal norm, those who go against it will helpful. Today, many young adults are people follow along much better when always be punished, even though not to praised by their peers for choosing not to they can picture the story in their heads. conform is often now considered “cool” conform, but punished by those in power. Unfortunately, the audience gets to Resurrecting a classic story about or “brave.” “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s It can be confusing to figure out who to be see the story from only one character’s structure and conformity may provide an Nest” is the perfect book to help today’s and who you are, living in such a world. point of view. The story is told from by opportunity for those in our modern, in- youth learn how to deal with this contra- “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” a character who is mute, possibly mak- dividualistic society to rethink their lives. diction. is a guide to living in such a contradictory ing readers feel more like they’re watching “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” Author Ken Kesey creates a micro- society. the story happen from the outside. A nar- is a classic story that can be a great help cosm that explores how the world solidi- Aspects of society and power struc- rative from another point of view might to young adults growing up. Although the fies its power structure. The little wor;d tures are brilliantly displayed throughout help the reader relate more directly to the narrative examines a society of confor- he creates is within a psychiatric ward the novel. There are many subtle differ- story. This would make the lessons and mity, basic ideas and societal functions are in which there are patients (to represent ences within the story that show the un- tale more effective in helping the reader timeless. those who pose a threat to the structure), fairness and the levels of power without to deal with themes of individualism and Individualism today may still be con- nurses (to represent those who hold the explicitly stating each point. This is evi- conformity. sidered rebellious by some, so when reb- power and create the rules), and people dence of a great story because it’s able to In general, Ken Kesey’s novel is a els pose a threat to the system to which who work in the hospital (to represent examine an idea that exists without ever great classic story that can truly help to- everyone is expected to conform, those in those who conform). actually mentioning it. day’s youth in today’s society. FEATURES 6 The Villager | September 28, 2015 Stevenson Marching 100 progresses from band camp and practices

The Stevenson University Marching 100 came back for another year of band camp to prepare for A variety of people join, ranging from seasoned players to individuals who possess no prior the upcoming season. Many newcomers as well as veterans were excited to see new and familiar faces experience. Regardless of the skills with which members come into the band, they are trained to be and work within a family-like atmosphere. “My favorite part would be meeting new people in band. the best. Players practice twice a week to prepare for home football games, Open Houses and other You wouldn’t normally talk to all these people that you meet, but you all have one common interest,” performances. They are taught marching techniques at the beginning of every practice, which allows said Kayla Little, a third-year member of the Colorguard. Because members spend 12 hours a day for members to understand how to march properly. They also start each practice with warm-ups that allow a week together during band camp, they are able to get to know one another. Bonding activities are members to get comfortable with their equipment. They are currently working on their routine, which implemented in order to encourage lasting relationships. includes music from Whitney Houston, Bruno Mars, Rihanna and more. The Marching 100 is excited to learn all of the show for future performances.

All photos from SU Marching Band Facebook page. FEATURES The Villager | September 28, 2015 7 to debut performances at Convocation, pep rally and football game Photo by Alicia Hasenfuss Photo from SU Flickr Photo from

Since the beginning of the semester, the Marching 100 has performed at Stevenson’s Convocation, pep rally, and home football game. The group impressed incoming and current students with the Fight Song at Convocation and the pep rally. Their performance at the football game, however, showed the Stevenson community that the band works extremely hard to entertain the audience. While they de- buted their new routine, “Let’s Dance,” the band marched and played their instruments in the pouring rain. Many members considered a challenge. “You need to be physically fit to play and you have to be able to breathe. You have to have stamina to play a long song,” said Amy Moyer, a fourth-year mem- ber of the band. The Marching Band will continue to perform throughout the semester at upcoming football games and Open Houses. Photo by Dianne Patterson Photo by Dianne Patterson Photo by Dianne Patterson Compiled by Jasmine Moses and Hayley Jacobs FEATURES 8 The Villager | September 28, 2015 Day of service hopes to include SU community in making a difference by Kaitlyn Schruefer that it becomes an annual tradition Villager staff writer at Stevenson. Through this service opportunity, Somerville hopes to bring awareness to students regarding service opportunities available. Stevenson University will host a Service is “an important part of being campus-wide community service day on a human being. I think it’s important to Wednesday, Oct. 7, an opportunity to give give back to your community, whatever back to local partners. that community looks like,” said “Mustangs Make a Difference Somerville. Day” will be a collaborative service day Moran, one of the co-organizers among students, student organizations, believes that this service day “provides a faculty, staff, and representatives from unique opportunity for students, faculty, Stevenson’s community partners, said and staff to come together and engage in Morgan Somerville, director of student service. engagement, who is a co-organizer along Through joint collaboration and with Christine Moran, associate dean for combined efforts, Stevenson will make service learning and associate professor of a positive difference as we participate academic affairs, and Kimberly Tucker, in service activities that will benefit director for the Center of Environmental community partners in the Baltimore Sustainability. region and beyond.” Somerville intends to remove as many barriers as possible, such as schedule and transportation conflicts, to allow Stevenson students the opportunity Mary Kay Cosmetics to participate in activities scheduled throughout the day, which are designed to Sarah Cullison benefit Stevenson’s community partners. To overcome these barriers, three Independent opportunities will be available to students, Beatuty Consultant in the Greenspring campus gym from Two examples of activities available is to provide opportunities to serve a 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; on the Owings for students are cleaning up the Gwynns local community students, student Mills North campus parking lot from 2 to Falls stream near the Owings Mills North organizations, faculty, and staff, said Contact for FREE facial! 4 p.m.; and in the Ratcliffe Community campus, and building birdhouses with Somerville. Center on the Owings Mills campus from Irvine Nature Center. She hopes to make an impact with [email protected] 5 to 7 p.m. The purpose of this service day Mustangs Make a Difference Day, so CALENDAR The Villager |September 28, 2015 9 Upcoming Events: September/October Monday 28 Tuesday 29 Wednesday 30 Thursday 1 Friday 2 Book Talk Major/Minor Fair Study Strategies Library Archives, 2 p.m. FOUNDERS DAY SGA Senate meeting Many events, including 4 p.m. Rockland Banquet Workshop Visiting Writer: lunch at noon in the 3-6 p.m. School of Business 303 Tyehimba Jess Greenspring gym SSA Club meeting 6 p.m. Blackbox Theatre Mocktail Lounge Night SBL 405 Flu Clinic 5 p.m. Rockland Marketplace Talent Show 1:30 p.m. Manuszak Center 5-8 p.m. Patio Jams Theatre 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pandini’s Patio 7 p.m. 7 p.m. Saturday 3 Sunday 4 Monday 5 Tuesday 6 Wednesday 7 Football v. King’s Greenspring Valley Random Acts of Kindness Club Advisor Roundtable Mustangs Make a Difference 1 p.m. Orchestra Week begins Rockland B Various times/locations Gershwin concert 4:30 p.m. All campuses Field Hockey v. Messiah JCC Gordon Center Coming Out Monologues 7 p.m. 3 p.m. Rockland Banquet Room Business Breakfast Hour Chef’s Table demonstration 7 p.m. SBL lobby Rockland Marketplace M.I.L.E. Toga Party Farmers’ Market 8-11 a.m. noon-2 p.m. Rockland Banquet Room Saratoga & Holliday Sts. Mystical Monday 7 p.m. 7 a.m. - noon Ratcliffe CC Men’s soccer v. Lycoming Women’s soccer v. Lycoming 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. Thursday 8 Friday 9 Saturday 10 Sunday 11 Monday 12 ISA Workout Madness Dynamic PR meeting Women’s SU v. Israel Rockland Banquet Room GH Stable v. Hood & Lycoming national team grad school information 7 p.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m./3 p.m. and JCC scrimmages Manuszak Center MAP Carnival Stadium 3-5 p.m. Much Ado About Nothing Women’s/men’s soccer 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. RCC Quad v. Widener Chesapeake Shakespeare Co. EMP Collective 2 p.m. onward 4 & 7 p.m. 8 p.m. Baltimore city Sugarloaf Crafts Festival Bookmaking Workshop Fresh. Council Movie Night Best Buddies Match Party Maryland State Fairgrounds BOPA Pandini’s/Ratcliffe Pride and Prejudice Rockland Banquet Room 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. 7-10 p.m. 8 p.m. Center Stage, 8 p.m. 1-3 p.m. STEVENSON SPOTLIGHT: Dr. Heather harris by Lindsay Somuah In the many courses she has taught was not a surprise to her fans. President Villager staff writer over the years, such as “Images of Women Kevin J. Manning describes the history in Media,” she challenges students daily to of recipients of this award as professors explore themselves and test their capabili- who “really care about the students that ties. Junior Jackie Cooper said, “She is very they’re teaching and have an ability to Dr. Heather Harris, a 13-year busi- easy to talk to and gives powerful advice,” a develop rapport and engagement with ness communication professor at Steven- statement that many of her students echo. the students” which, he claims, “makes son, is described by many students as ad- Dr. Harris’ journey into the educa- Heather a great teacher.” mirable, charismatic, and genuine. tion field is one she describes as “unex- Although Dr. Harris is well-known Her professional history has a mul- pected.” Initially her dream was to finish for her excellent teaching, she says that titude of various accomplishments. She her education in the states and then return students have taught her as well. In her has written news articles on Viola Da- to her native land of Barbados to become classes, you can expect to see the deeper vis, a prominent African-American ac- a radio producer, but life had other plans. application of communication theories tress known for the hit TV show, “How She first explored teaching as a graduate being applied to everyone’s individual to Get Away with Murder.” Dr. Harris assistant at Howard University, noting lives, whether it’s through a TED Talks recently wrote a commentary for the Bal- that teaching came as a surprise, yet ev- video or discussion of present-day events. timore Sun, “A fierce angel of Baltimore ery day in the classroom is a highlight for This year Dr. Harris is also teaching fights back,” a narrative account of an her, and she is fulfilled each time students graduate courses online, in addition to her 87-year-old woman who was abused by are “transformed by the experience of the other roles as a faculty mentor. Her goal law enforcement. This exceptional teach- learning that happened in the class.” for this year is simply to “make it through” er is also known for co-authoring “The Dr. Harris’ nomination for the Rose with hopes of having an impact on the Obama Effect: Multidisciplinary Render- Dawson Excellence in Teaching Award lives of students she interacts with daily. ings of the 2008 Campaign.” ADVERTISEMENTS 10 The Villager | September 28, 2015 SPORTS The Villager | September 28, 2015 11 Women’s volleyball starts strong, aims for fifth straight bid in NCAA tournament by Caroline Izzi To prepare for this season, the team mustangsports.com. Villager staff writer trained with Mike Query, Stevenson’s In the second day of the tournament, new strength and conditioning coach. Stevenson took a 3-1 victory against Dick- Training during spring semester and in a inson College. The Mustangs got off to a special summer program physically pre- slow start against the Red Devils, drop- The women’s volleyball team domi- pared the players for the season. ping the first set but rallied to win the next nated the court at the first home game Trumbo added, “The chemistry on three sets. Senior Kara Anderson had six Sept. 9 against Lebanon Valley, winning the team is really good. The kids are re- service aces and a career-high 19 digs, ac- in straight sets over the Dutchmen. Now ally bonded together and support and cording to gomustangsports.com. that the new season is in full swing, the encourage each other.” Lauren Weaver, In the final game, the Mustangs Mustangs (10-3 as of Sept. 22) are deter- outside hitter, explained, “When you’re a dropped a 3-1 loss to . mined to do whatever it takes to get to the freshman, it’s not weird to be friends with Although the Mustangs had beaten the NCAA tournament. a senior; you’re friends with everybody on Seagulls one week prior in four sets, they Energetic fans filled the stands in the the team.” could not rally for the win. Owings Mills gym on Sept. 9. Attendees In the Buttermaker Tournament Against Albright University on Sept. were treated to giveaways from the Presi- at Muhlenberg College Sept. 11-12, the 15, the Mustangs won in three straight sets. dent’s Office and cheered the team as they Mustangs faced in The Mustangs have not lost a conference th won their 27 conference match in a row. the opener, beating the Knights 3-1 on 92 match in over three seasons since joining gomustangsports.com Photo from Head Coach Dave Trumbo was digs, led by sophomore Annika Schwartz the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC), pleased with the team’s performance. and junior Kristen Brooks. and this victory extended the Mustangs’ Deanna Bradbury totaled 73 digs in “Lebanon Valley is a big rival in our Against the DeSales University Bull- in-conference win streak. Sophomore the Buttermaker Tournament. conference and they usually compete for dogs, the Mustangs won in straight sets, Megan Hren’s 10-straight service points the championship, so for us to beat them 3-0, with Brooks totaling 11 kills and eight led the Mustangs in the win. in our opening conference match was digs while sophomore Deanna Bradbury A tri-match on Sept. 19 saw the Mus- vice aces may have made the difference. big,” he said. had a game-high 17 digs, according to go- tangs earn a 3-1 win against Johns Hop- Against Mary Washington, Steven- kins but fell 3-1 to the University of Mary son had season-low attack percentage Washington. (.030) combined with 27 errors and a Against Hopkins, Brooks and sopho- season-low three service aces. Mustangs victorious at Shenandoah mores Schwartz and Lauren Weaver had The team continues to prepare for 39 of the team’s 54 kills. According to a much-hoped-for win at the conference Lynchburg College on Sept. 6 and took by Paige Cunningham gomustangsports.com, the trio has com- tournament and a bid to the NCAA tour- the scoreless competition into overtime. Villager staff writer bined for 347 kills, 61.4 percent of the nament. If the team gets the NCAA bid, Even though they out-shot their oppo- team’s total. Hopkins was stronger in hit- it will be the fifth year in a row, a feat nents (39-12), SU lost to the Maroons 1-0 ting percentage (.206 as opposed to .170) which has not been accomplished by any in the overtime period. After six straight losses and one win as and blocks (10-3), but the Mustangs’ ser- women’s sport at Stevenson. The seven-game road trip continued of Sept. 22, the field hockey team is fight- as the Mustangs took on Goucher College ing to bring back its Stevenson “spunk.” on Sept. 9, a game that ended in another Seven games in, the team is hoping to heartbreaking 1-0 loss. Despite outshoot- see more wins as the field hockey season ing the Gophers (12-8), the Mustangs progresses. failed to capitalize on their scoring oppor- “We put ourselves into a difficult -po Campus recreation has new vision tunities. sition because we didn’t do the work we A 4-0 loss to by Najee Rudolph Another purpose of intramural needed to do collectively as a team over (Md.) on Sept. 12 was the first game since Villager staff writer sports is to show students that sports are the summer, so the sadness that we’re the loss to Salisbury in which the Mus- not exclusively for those who play at a feeling now is self-imposed and well-de- tangs were outshot by their opponents. high level. served,” said coach Laurel Martin. The Shorewomen took advantage of 13 “Learning from sports can be just as In the first game against Salisbury Stevenson University offers the op- penalty corners to win the game. beneficial as learning in the classroom,” University, Stevenson junior Gabriella portunity for students who do not play on The Mustangs took on Rowan Uni- said Matt Grimm, director of campus Brooks made a record 22 saves. “Any time NCAA Division III teams to participate versity on Sept. 16. Junior Rosemarie recreation. you have 22 saves, it’s phenomenal, so it in the sports they enjoy through the club Neiva had two goals against the Profs The overall goal of the campus rec- was a great personal effort on her behalf,” and intramural sports programs. The club while freshman Talia Parrish had five reation office is to expand the number of said Martin. sports program is a less demanding and saves in her first career start. Freshman recreational and athletic activities avail- “The entire team was very proud of less intense version of varsity sports, and Alexis Young scored her first career goal able on campus. They also hope to in- her because we all know how awesome the intramural sports program welcomes in the match up, but the Mustangs lost to crease the number of participants in the a goalie Gabby is and the hard work she all students to participate in friendly com- Rowan 7-3 in the outing. extracirricular programs. puts into this team,” said captain Allison petition. The team got its first win against Grimm has a vision of building a Goodwill. However, the 22 saves weren’t The club sports program offers a sec- Shenandoah University on the road on complete recreation center on campus, enough in the 0-5 loss. ond chance for students who played for Sept. 19, a 3-1 victory on goals by Sara adding the elements of aquatics, fitness Against the Lynchburg Hornets, the their high school varsity teams, but didn’t McVey, Neiva and Eppley. and outdoor athletic facilities available to Mustangs had 16 more shots on goal, but get the exposure or opportunity necessary “How well we do is going to depend all. the Hornets still managed to grab a 2-1 to continue at the college-level. on how this team rebounds,” said Martin. “I want to provide these outlets be- victory despite a second-half goal from Club sports are similar to an being on “The team captains lead the team well cause this generation of students as a Holli Eppley. Since then, the team has a NCAA team, in the sense that players with their personal work ethic, but I really whole aren’t as social as they used to be,” faced Roanoke, Goucher, Washington have a coach, hold practices, and travel think that we need to be tougher on each said Grimm. (Md.) and Rowan in an effort to secure to other colleges to compete. Yet there is other,” she added. A large percentage of Stevenson their first win. less demand on students, as practices are “As a captain, I can emphasize the students are commuters, and many resi- “I think the team can improve on held less frequently, and games are played importance of playing with heart. A team dents prefer to stay in their rooms instead our team chemistry on the field. We lost mainly on the weekends. Club sports are who plays with heart is tough competi- of being social. Grimm is working hard a lot of our starting lineup from last year, primarily played in the spring semester. tion,” said Goodwill. “We have the desire to provide additional recreational activi- so we needed some of the younger play- Intramural sports are for Stevenson and the work ethic if led to forge into the ties in hopes of bringing more students ers to step up to fill those spots. We just students of all skill levels to engage in forefront. I’d like to see more fight, deter- out of their rooms and grow into a strong need to establish that on-field chemistry,” friendly competition. In addition to pro- mination, spunk, power, and relentless- community. These programs exist solely said Goodwill. “The senior group was a viding learning opportunities, intramural ness,” said Martin. for students and campus recreation wel- strong group of players,” added Martin. sports also offer a chance to meet other The team’s next home game is comes any ideas and suggestions for fu- The Mustangs faced Roanoke at students. against Messiah on Oct. 3. ture events. SPORTS 12 The Villager | September 28, 2015 Mustang football continues journey towards a 2015 MAC championship by Billy Small be a high-scoring unit. Villager staff writer Hottle is specific about the team’s goals: “We want to win every game. That’s our goal.” He added that the team aims to “get better every week” regardless The Stevenson University football of the score. team has high hopes of a 2015 conference The Mustangs were underdogs going championship. If the first three games of into their second game against Lycoming, Photo by Sabina Moran the season are any indication, the Mus- but did not look like it. Right away it was tangs are on the right track. apparent that Stevenson was going to be a Last year’s team went 8-3, and won challenge for the Warriors. a bowl game for the first time in the pro- Down 7-0 early on, Mustang defen- gram’s short history. The team graduated sive back Antonio Johnson started a 38- 25 seniors, but already have underclass- straight points run when he intercepted men stepping up to fill the holes that were a pass, and ran for a 57-yard touchdown. left. Sophomore quarterback Jeff Farrah set The Mustangs are currently 3-0, career highs with 307 passing yards and winning their season opener 20-9 against four touchdowns. With a 38-14 win, Ste- North Carolina Wesleyan. Their second venson gained its first-ever victory against victory came against Lycoming, a Middle Lycoming. Atlantic Conference (MAC) team that At MAC opponent Lebanon Valley Stevenson has never defeated with the on Sept. 19, the Mustangs squeaked out score of 38-14. a 17-14 victory against the Dutchmen. Against Wesleyan, head coach Ed Coming off a 20-14 win in 2014, the Mus- Senior #9 Razonte Dunn tackles Lycoming’s wide reciever, as sophomore Hottle was happy to get the win, but be- tangs were eager to build strength against #16 Antonio Johnson looks to intercept. Johnson returned the ball for a lieves the team can do more. MAC opponents. 57-yard touchdown, starting a run of 38 points for the Mustangs. “There are a lot of areas we can im- In the win, the Mustangs’ defense prove upon. We are capable of playing caused eight turnovers, four interceptions, After this win, the accolades continue Division III South Defensive Player of the much better than we did.” Hottle spoke four fumble recoveries, and six sacks, ac- to pile up for the Mustangs. Defensive Week for his efforts. about key newcomers Brendan Flaherty cording to gomustangsports.com. back Antonio Johnson was named the The Mustangs’ next game is against (defensive line), Paki Brown (running The team passed for 129 yards under MAC Defensive Player of the Week for Misericordia College on Sept. 26. The back), and Naquan Watkins (running sophomore quarterbacks Jeff Farrah (10- his two interceptions and a 57-yard touch- game will begin at 3 p.m., a later start back). 23, 97 yards) and Daniel Williams (5-10, down return, accompanied by his nine than normal because of the morning’s “Flaherty is a Division II transfer who 32 yards), and rushed for 176, with first- tackles against Lycoming. Admissions Open House. This is both a will make a big impact on the defensive year running back Kiandre Burrel leading After their season-opening win home and conference game for the Mus- line.” said Hottle. “Brown and Watkins with 118 yards. against Wesleyan, senior linebacker Brady tangs. The chance for a 4-0 record will will receive the bulk of the carries, along Despite nine penalties for 107 yards, Kempa was named the MAC Defensive also keep the Mustangs’ confidence high with freshman standout Kiandre Burrell.” and going 2-13 on third downs, the Mus- Player of the Week for his two intercep- as they strive towards their goal of a con- Hottle believes the offense has plenty tangs still managed to record the confer- tions and nine tackles in his first career ference championship. of explosive playmakers this year and will ence win. start. Kempa was also named the ECAC Swim team hopes to improve from first season by Courtney Hottle teams plan to participate in eight meets Villager staff writer leading up to the MAC Championships. The Villager They will face some tough competition since both teams are smaller than many of the other schools within the Common- ATHLETES of the WEEK The second annual season opener for wealth Conference. both the Stevenson University men’s and Junior Adrianna Kamosa said she women’s swim teams will be held on Oct. has has high hopes for this season, and 10, at the Widener Relay Carnival. After is determined to “get better at her favor- a successful debut last year, the swimmers ite stroke, the breast stroke,” in order to hope to come into this season with a larg- achieve personal records. er and stronger team. Stuhltrager said that he would like to Starting up a brand new team is see the swimmers, “get all the events in anything but easy. However, both teams this year by both guys and girls.”He be- proved that with hard work, it is possible lieves that both teams have the potential to be a successful new team. The Mus- to surprise other schools at conference tangs closed their inaugural season last meets by making some finals. With an year with the women’s relay team placing increase in the number of swimmers for 12 overall in the MAC Championships. Jeff Farrah Kristen Brooks both teams, the Mustangs will be eligible Coach John Stuhltrager described Sophomore Junior to race in more meets than the prior year. last season as “a learning experience Men’s football Women’s volleyball Building a strong bond with team- for everyone,” and speaks proudly of mates benefits the athletes both- dur Jeff Farrah threw a 23-yard Kristen Brooks has the team’s accomplishments so far. The ing and after competitions. By spending pass in Stevenson’s victory over accumulated 117 kills and 138 women’s team was also named a Scholar time together during practice, meets, Lebanon Valley. Farrah also digs in the 2015 season (as All-America Team by the College Swim- team events, and a possible team retreat, helped the Mustangs improve to of Sept. 22). She’s also hit a ming Coaches Association of America. Stuhltrager believes the team will be even 2-1 in touchdowns when starting season-high 13 kills twice this Stuhltrager said, “It is important to show better. Stuhltrager, would like to see the with possession of the ball. season, against Swarthmore that we are not only athletes, but we are team “supporting each other in the pool and Hopkins. stellar in the classroom as well.” and out of the pool.” With an increase in The Mustangs are heading into this determination to win, the Mustangs are season with more swimmers, and the Athletes of the Week selected by The Villager’s sports editor looking ahead to a promising season. will to win in the upcoming season. Both