Tuesday, January 23, 2018 ǀ Volume 136 ǀ Issue 24 ǀ Reaching students, faculty, and staff of the University of since 1888

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Decline of ESPN 3

Dream in action 4 For more content 6 visit www.dakotastudent.com Hoeby Hoax

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Pearson still in play

Dakota Student File Photo The Hyslop Sports Center is one of the prospective campus buildings to be demolished in the future, according to a 30-year campus plan released by UND on Tuesday, January 16, 2018. Computer science chair Ronald Marsh explains his thoughts on the potential deal

other university faculty are voic- did an 8-week, could we main- Pearson classes went with a graduate program,” Marsh said. Jacob Notermann ing their own support or concerns tain that same level of rigor?” 16-week schedule, Marsh said Despite Marsh’s original skep- with a possible deal with Pearson. According to Marsh, many of he’d be able to schedule the ticism towards online learn- Ronald Marsh, chair of the his online students are working same courses online and in-per- ing, he believes a possible deal Last December, the Dakota UND computer science program, professionals who may not be son with the same instructor. with Pearson could help in- Student reported that UND said he has met with Pearson at able to complete what the current As the chair of his department, crease enrollment and reten- was in talks with academic re- least four times about how they curriculum calls for in this small Marsh is the main communica- tion in graduate courses, thus source giant Pearson in regards could be useful to his program. amount of time. Summer semes- tion line between the content of bringing in more tuition dollars to revamping online education. While he respects Pearson’s track ters are 9 weeks; these semesters the talks and the remaining fac- and resources to the program. The deal, if agreed on, would record in the field and feels as alone can have difficulty cover- ulty. When asked how that com- This deal with Pearson and involve Pearson taking part in though their services could be ing required course material. munication is being conveyed, the conceptual construction online education marketing as beneficial for the university, there Marsh said he recognizes Pear- he said he would be having a will both involve substantial well as creating infrastructure for have been concerns in regards to son’s understanding of the tar- meeting with his colleagues in funds on UND’s end. Regard- the classes themselves. When we length of the online semesters. get demographics, but an un- the coming days. Their concerns ing the construction concepts, spoke to Jeffrey Holm, chair of According to Marsh, Pear- derstanding of the computer and or discussion points would feedback can be sent to und. the UND psychology department son prefers to use 8-week se- science program is what’s caus- become his going forward. [email protected]. and the project manager for these mesters, rather than UND’s ing the back-and-forth on the “I think if we can do it in a discussions, he said that Pear- traditional 16-week semesters. duration issue. There would be way that doesn’t really disrupt son wouldn’t be providing any “Our 16-week courses have a issues if they went with the 8 current things in the depart- of the curriculum themselves. very good reputation amongst week, because then classes, fac- ment, I think most of the faculty Jacob Notermann is a staff writer for Dakota Student. With these plans now surfac- employers,” Marsh said. “I am ulty and resources wouldn’t are okay with going online es- He can be reached at ing and becoming more relevant, kind of concerned that if we be able to sync. Whereas if the pecially if it can strengthen the [email protected] University releases 30 year vision Here’s what campus could look like in 2048

er more deteriorated buildings. demic buildings, including the Jacob Notermann New construction, as reflected in Student Memorial Union. Earlier Dakota Student the outlines, include a new College this year, Student Body President “The outlines include The 2018 winter semester is of Business and Public Adminis- Cole Bachmeier specifically men- starting out with a strong rollout tration that would be built where tioned the Union’s renovations be- the demolitions of of administrative initiatives. Last Montgomery Hall currently rests, ing a priority this year, but there Tuesday, UND Today released a with connections to Merrifield are currently no public plans for Gamble Hall, Chandler series of maps showing the uni- Hall and the . the students to vote on the matter. versity’s “preferred vision” for Along with new buildings, the Sasaki, an “international interdis- Hall, Sayre Hall and the changing the campus landscape. visions show a central pedestrian ciplinary planning and design firm” These maps are merely concep- highway that would run parallel from Massachusetts, are heavily re- Hyslop Sports Center, tual outlines for a “30-year vision to University Avenue behind the sponsible for these concept maps. for the UND campus, detailing Chester Fritz Library. This pedes- along with other more what it could look like by 2048." trian highway would run complete- The outlines include the demoli- ly from the High Performance Cen- deteriorated buildings.” tions of Gamble Hall, Chandler ter to the Chester Fritz Auditorium. Jacob Notermann is a staff writer for Dakota Student. Hall, Sayre Hall and the Hyslop The maps also account for reno- Jacob Notermann, Staff writer He can be reached at Sports Center, along with oth- vations to the majority of the aca- [email protected] NEWS 2

THEDAKOTASTUDENT Attempted campus sexual EDITORIAL

Editor-in-chief assault a “crime of opportunity” Matt Eidson stewart.eidson @und.edu

Sports Editor Allyson Bento allysonmarie.bento @und.edu

News Editor Diane Newberry diane.newbery @und.edu

Opinion Editor Stephanie Hollman stephanie.hollman @und.edu

Arts&Community Editor Devon Abler devon.abler @und.edu

Photo Editor Nick Nelson nicholasgnelson @gmail.com

Business Autumn Graber autumn.graber @und.edu 701-777-2678

Graphic Design Allison Brinegar and Shiny Mahlum allison.brinegar @und.edu rachel.mahlum @und.edu Nick Nelson / Dakota Student Bright lights shine on campus during a recent campus safety tour on October 12, 2017. A recent attempted sexual assault at Noren Hall highlighted safety and security concerns in the university community. UPD says students are too willing to let strangers into dorms T h e D a k o t a Diane Newberry suspects and their vehicle. when dorm capacity is ex- Office, says that one of cial media pages, a tactic Student reserves At the time of the email tremely low. This was only the biggest problems fac- they say has been a great t h e c o p y r i g h t Dakota Student notification the suspects the second year that stu- ing the dorms is an easy- deal of help in the past. privilege for all On January 6, University were still at large, but dents staying in the dorms going culture amongst “We can’t be everywhere stories written and published of North Dakota students have since been caught. over break could remain in students regarding entry. all at one time,” Lieuten- by the staff. Per- still scattered across the “We have identified their usual rooms as op- “Theoretically, the ant Danny Weigel of the mission must be country for winter break both suspects,” Detective posed to being congregat- dorms are completely UPD said. “We understand given by the Edi- were alerted by mass Carlos Caro of the Uni- ed into one dorm building. safe,” Draper said. “The that with policing, it has to tor to reprint any article, cartoon, email to an attempted sex- versity Police Department However, dorm security doors all lock and when be a partnership between photograph or ual assault in Noren Hall. (UPD) said. “One is in cus- over break is not lessened, they don’t, they are taken both the community and part thereof. The federally mandated tody and one is pending with Resident Advisors care of immediately so that the police department.” T h e D a k o t a “timely notice” came with criminal charges. We are (RAs) on duty 24 hours they do. People getting According to the UPD, Student is a stu- a brief description of the good there. We got them.” a day and the UPD still into the halls who aren’t information gathered from dent-operated newspaper pub- incident, in which two un- The incident was unusu- conducting random walk- supposed to be there - I social media tips were lished by the known men had gained ac- al both in its dramatic na- throughs of the facilities. think that’s definitely our the biggest breakthrough university of cess to a dorm room and ture and timing and might Maria Draper, former RA Minnesota and North Da- in this most recent case. North Dakota. attempted to remove the raise some questions re- of Noren Hall and cur- kota nice attitude where “Each little tip we get, Opinions ex- female victim’s clothes, pressed in this garding dorm safety, par- rent Resident Manager it’s like, ‘Oh, you know, we can step back and publication are and a description of the ticularly during breaks with the UND Housing someone wants to get in. start putting a picture not necessarily I’m just going to open the together,” Caro said. those of UND door and let them in.’” In terms of preventing or the adminis- tration, faculty, In mid-December the future crimes of this na- staff and student UPD requested the hous- ture, Caro stressed that body of UND. ing office send out a noti- students must scrutinize T h e D a k o t a fication to students to lock unknown persons attempt- Student is pub- the doors to their rooms in ing to get into the dorms, lished every Tuesday and Fri- light of a rash of burglar- and said that this incident day during the ies. The police believe the has led to discussions of academic year fact that some doors in whether to implement e xc e p t d u r i n g Noren Hall were left un- stricter security guidelines holidays, vaca- tion breaks and locked directly lead to this on dorm entry, such as hav- exam periods. attempted sexual assault. ing a designated person to The Dakota Stu- NOW HIRING! “In my opinion, I think check identification and dent is printed 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Shift this was - I hate to say verify that people entering at Grand Forks this- almost like a crime of dorm buildings have le- Herald on PEFC Certified paper, opportunity,” Caro said. gitimate reasons for being using soy-based Apply online “Had they not been able to there. Caro said suggest- inks. or in-store gain access to the dorms, ing these practices, which The Dakota Stu- or had the doors not been were last implemented on dent welcomes Bring this coupon feedback regard- into our restaurant unlocked, I don’t think this campus fifteen to twenty ing articles and to redeem an would have happened.” years ago, has been met photographs, immediate interview! In addition to the “time- with “mixed reviews.” and prints cor- ly notice” email, the UPD rections for ar- 3451 32nd Ave S, Diane Newberry is the news editor ticles containing also posted information for Dakota Student. Grand Forks, ND 58201 factual errors. regarding this most re- She can be reached at cent incident on their so- [email protected] OPINION 3

The reality of Instagram

Julian Gentilezza / Unsplash Some users have become disillusioned with the divide between reality and perception when it comes to social media. by the California sun. above all, heavily-pho- minded that the posts tion of reality. They are post about products Stephanie Hollman What it didn’t show, toshopped images dis- that fill their feed have meant to evoke feelings that they have tried Dakota Student however, was that playing the best sides all been carefully se- associated with captur- and tested from brands “God, your life what it took to get the of everyone’s lives. lected from numerous ing a perfect moment. that they respect and looks so cool.” shot was not as pic- Comparison is the shots and are not ac- Unfortunately, envy is proud to represent. I received this In- turesque: 14 hours of thief of joy, and the curate depictions of a big one. Viewers fail At the same time, how stagram comment hiking endless switch- way that Instagram is how the poster’s life to realize that in re- popular would the app from one of my old backs, several heated ality, their lives, just be without the variety high school friends arguments amongst like yours and mine, of captivating content on a photo that I took the hikers about which are far from perfect: that it features? Pho- this past summer of trails were the right "Comparison is they just usually pick tos and videos titled my cousins ascend- one, stale Clif Bars the photos that make “A Day in the Life of ing the summit of El and severe sunburn. it look like they are. a UND student” or Capitan, the daunting, All while at the mercy Another version of “Mediocre trip to Yo- 7,569-foot monolith on of vicious mosquitos. the thief of joy." these perfect photos semite National Park” the north side of Yo- My friend’s comment Stephanie Hollman, Columnist are ones in which users wouldn’t garner much semite National Park. prompted me to think advertise products or interest with its current As an amateur pho- about how social me- a brand through their audience. Therefore, tographer, I was par- dia, particularly Ins- used now by certain actually is. They need posts with a cheery we should appreciate ticularly proud of this tagram, has a negative users to showcase only to understand that life caption and various Instagram and other one photograph be- effect on its audience. their exotic travels, exists beyond cleverly links. As brand ambas- social media sites as cause to me, it cap- The social networking delicious (and expen- thought out emoji cap- sadors, their main duty they are: a fun place to tured all of the beauti- app originally made for sive) looking meals tions and base their is to bring attention to enjoy adventures, in- ful parts of the moment sharing personal pho- and obnoxiously cute self-worth on their the company and intro- spiration and the occa- perfectly: the breath- tos and videos to your “#relationshipgoals” lives outside of the app duce the brand to their sional hipster latte art. taking view of Yo- family and friends has couple photos, unveils and not on the amount social network in a semite valley and my become a conglomerate the hidden danger that of likes and follow- positive light. Person- of low-quality memes, lies when what people ers that they receive. ally, I see no problem favorite hiking com- Stephanie Hollman is the opinion panions, caught mid- fitness transformation perceive is radically The photos are artis- with this advertising editor for Dakota Student. step, under the per- photos, high-speed different from reality. tic expressions, not the method because for the She can be reached at fect lighting provided cooking videos and, Users need to be re- a realistic representa- most part, users will [email protected] The Decline of ESPN week, NBA basket- effect of having 24/7 gained him notoriety statement afterwards access and their rela- Bilal Suleiman ball analyst and for- coverage: eventually in the sports world. stating, "The article tionships with sports Dakota Student mer all-star forward there is just nothing Less than a year ago, attacked Coach Wal- leagues and teams. The Charles Barkley called left to talk about.Peo- no one knew who La- ton on the basis of one deterioration of rela- These days, it seems Lebron James a “dra- ple who want public- var Ball was. Now person's unsubstan- tionships with sports that everyone has an ma queen.” LeBron ity and are aware of he’s having Twitter tiated opinion. The leagues would spell opinion about the cur- was chosen to be the this situation will take battles with President story failed to provide disaster for ESPN, rent state of the media. captain of the all-star advantage of it. To fill Donald Trump. In his quotes or perspectives whose ratings are al- Ever since last year’s team through the fan their airtime, ESPN most recent incident, from any players, or ready dropping due to presidential election, vote, but he did not will notice a story and Lavar told ESPN that from Lakers manage- the internet. They’re news media has re- win the players’ vote, run with it just so they Lakers Head Coach ment, either named already putting out a ceived a lot of flak for and Barkley believes can have something to Luke Walton has lost or unnamed, verify- shabby product to be- being biased, publish- it is because he (LeB- talk about. Lavar Ball, control of the team ing the claims made gin with, so, if I were ing “fake news” and ron) is a drama queen. the father of Los An- and that the players in the story."ESPN ESPN, I would avoid sensationalizing sto- It’s a valid opinion to geles Lakers rookie don’t want to play for works closely with burning any bridges ries in an effort to re- have and coming from Lonzo Ball, is one of him. ESPN published sports leagues to pro- in order to slow the tain viewership.These a former player, it has the most talked about these comments in an vide unparalleled ac- deterioration of the are complex matters credibility. That’s all figures in sports right article without speak- cess to players and company’s reputation. that will take time and good with me. It’s fine now. Using the plat- ing to credible sources coaches. Part of the effort to solve, but in that ESPN gave the form his talented son to see if these accusa- reason they’ve domi- Bilal Suleiman is a columnist for the meantime I have story coverage because gave him access to, tions have any merit. nated sports coverage Dakota Student. a few thoughts on an LeBron has such high Lavar made a series of The NBA Coaches As- in the past is due to He can be reached at area of news report- visibility. My prob- outrageous claims that sociation released a their credibility, their [email protected] ing that should be lem with this is what held more account- happens afterwards. able: sports. I’m look- ESPN beat the topic ing at you, ESPN. to death by spending Sports news outlets, full segments of their namely ESPN, fabri- shows discussing and cate drama to fill their debating every pos- 24/7 news cycle. Their sible angle and view, daytime programming to my annoyance. Reg- is filled with debate ular news media got shows where analysts ahold of the story and spend all day yelling now his words are be- at each other about ing blown out of pro- mundane issues. This portion. This is a side Classifieds Help Wanted: Zion's nursery cares for children from birth Do you enjoy being up to 4 years old. Ap- with young children? ply by emailing Zion is looking for a nursery care provider Zion United Method- on Sunday mornings ist Church at office@ from 9:00 a.m. to noon zion-umc.org or calling to provide a safe, fun 701-772-1893 environment for chil- dren to play while parents are in Sunday School or church. ARTS & COMMUNITY 4

Photos by Aimee Coons / Dakota Student Art made by children at the University Children’s Learning Center was on display at the Gorecki Alumni Center for Martin Luther King Day Jr. on Monday, January 15, 2018. The dream in action much more,” Ngale said. Aimee Coons encouragement to keep Stacey Borboa-Peterson, standing up for equality. Dakota Student Associate Vice President “Dr. King’s legacy de- In true North Dakota for Diversity and Inclu- mands that we do his form, January 15, 2018 had sion and a coordinator work not as some static below zero temperatures of the event, told me the point in our world’s his- and freezing winds. How- event was important be- tory made up of old ever, the daunting weath- cause it created a “col- speeches and demonstra- er conditions did not stop laboration between com- tions but we must view the community of Grand munity, school, city and his legacy as a shining Forks and the students the students at UND beacon of light, calling us of UND from gathering to honor Dr. King and to action from the shores at the Gorecki Alumni the work that he did.” of freedom, liberty, so- Center to celebrate Dr. President Kennedy cial justice and human Martin Luther King Jr. opened the event with rights for all,” Bailey said. As the community gath- his speech, giving the Bailey spoke of how we ered for the event, guests guests something to think often hear a “questionable viewed artwork by chil- about: “Why do we have narrative that says we dren from the University Martin Luther King Jr. are living in a great time, Children’s Learning Cen- Day?” President Ken- in a great country, full ter, a portrait of Dr. King nedy spoke of how MLK of inclusion and accep- by Daniel Lucas and lis- Day does not only honor tance…” The ‘question- tened to the soft tones of a great man who fought able narrative’ that Bailey Mila Drago on the harp. for equal rights and inclu- brings up is associated Before the program sion, but offers the com- with people experiencing started, I spoke with munity a time to reflect discrimination, marginal- Queen Ngale, President on the “idea that we’re ization and harassment. of the Black Student As- not only equal but one.” Bailey urges us to use sociation (BAS) and a co- President Kennedy Dr. King’s work as a “liv- ordinator of the event. I closed his speech by ing call to action,” to act asked her what it meant speaking with pride of tirelessly in the face of to be working on such UND and how at UND social injustice and help an important event. Her we are one and we aim to provide a space for those response was truly in- “work beyond the class- to tell their stories and spiring and passionate. room, for today’s students validate their experienc- “Dr. King’s work paved and tomorrow’s leaders.” es. Bailey quoted Freder- the way for me. His Tamba-Kuii Bailey, As- ick Douglass “there is no It is our job to continue welcoming and inclusive of the event and all the work indirectly and di- sistant Professor at UND, progress without strug- Dr. King’s legacy and to all.” Mayor Brown re- encouragement given rectly changed my life, took the stage for the gle,” encouraging us to “build a better communi- minded us that there is that day. Ngale’s bluesy allowing me the rights I keynote address. Bailey’s continue Dr. King’s work, ty and society together.” “still work to be done and powerhouse vocals rang have today, allowing me speech was inspiring from despite the hard times and Bailey’s speech was that inclusion is not a one forth, stirring the spirit to go to school and so the start, giving everyone struggles we may face. met with thunderous ap- time commitment.” He and lifting the heart. Her plause and everyone who encouraged us, as Presi- performance would have had the privilege to hear dent Kennedy and Bai- made Ella Fitzgerald and it, myself included, was ley did, to continue Dr. Etta James proud. She filled with renewed vigor King’s work and to act in was met with a stand- to continue to stand for the face of injustice and ing applause and sev- equality and inclusion to be “leaders in action.” eral audience members despite any resistance Mayor Brown an- had tears in their eyes. or struggle we may face. nounced that at next The Grand Forks Chil- Mayor Michael Brown year’s event the city of dren’s Choir sang “Lift Ev- was unfortunately unable Grand Forks and UND ery Voice and Sing.” Mel- to be at the event due to will be introducing “The anie Popejoy, the director a prior event at the hos- Dream in Action So- of the choir, thanked ev- pital. Thankfully, Pete cial Justice Awards.” eryone on behalf of the Haga, the Mayor’s Repre- “These awards will rec- choir for the opportunity sentative, was able to step ognize individuals who to sing at the event. The in and deliver a message demonstrate courage and choir had the opportunity from the mayor. Haga leadership, compassion last year to do a tour in thanked everyone on be- and vision, thoughtful- Washington D.C. and per- half of Mayor Brown, ness and action and pur- formed “Lift Every Voice the city council mem- suit of achieving, pro- and Sing” at the Martin bers, Danny Weigel and tecting or advancing the Luther King Memorial. Bret Weber, who were opportunity of communi- The Martin Luther King also in attendance and all ty members,” Brown said. Jr.: The Dream in Action the coordinators who he Closing the event were Event was truly an inspir- worked with on the event. musical selections from ing and wonderful event. The mayor’s message Susy Ngale and the Grand spoke of how the city of Forks Children’s Choir. Aimee Coons is a staff writer for Grand Forks and UND Susy Ngale sang “Rise Dakota Student. work together to “en- Up” by Andra Day. The She can be reached at sure the community is song embodied the spirit [email protected] ARTS & COMMUNITY 5 The secret lives of musicians

Devon Abler grees in music edu- on January 28. This is a cation, music perfor- major accomplishment Dakota Student mance, music therapy, for Thompson because This past weekend, the and a bachelor of arts. he will be premiering a UND Music Department The department also of- song cycle that he and was preparing for the fers a graduate degree. his collaborative pia- UND Honor Band, Choir Michael Thompson is nist, Jonas Fisher, wrote and Strings festival. a junior music educa- together. The piece is The festival opened tion major at the Uni- a form of expression with a showcase con- versity. He is a mem- on how the digital age cert featuring perfor- ber of the concert choir has had on this world. mances from every and is the student con- “It’s entitled ‘Digi- ensemble the music de- ductor of the Allegro tal Age’ and is an ex- partment has to offer. Sounds of the caribbean and a jazz lounge rang “If you look at the twelve throughout the Chester Fritz Lobby as the Steel tone technique, it has these Pan and Jazz Ensem- mathematical groupings and ble provided prelude music to the concert . structures that are amaz- There was a mixture of smooth jazz and vibing ing. Music has taught me steel pans flirting back about math and math has and forth with each oth- er, inviting the listener taught me about music.” to be transported to an- other world. Audience Matthew Lorez, alumnus of Piano Performance and Mathmatics members were invited to take a seat in the Women’s choir. Choos- amination of the effect concert hall and were ing to become a music technology, especially welcomed by Kather- educator was an easy social media and cell ine Norman-Dearden, choice for Thompson. phones, has had on our the departmental chair “The idea that I can world. Eight months of the music depart- pass on the joy I get of hard work have ac- ment. She gracefully from music to the next cumulated in a pub- invited the audience generation is incred- lishable work of music to allow the music to ibly exciting,” Thomp- that we are excited to touch their souls and son said. “When one share,” Thompson said. enjoy what was to come. of my students ac- Composition is not The concert contained complish a goal they just for music educa- performances by the set for themselves, it’s tion majors. Matthew Photos by Nick Nelson / Dakota Student The UND Allegro Women’s Choir performs “There Will Come Soft Rains” during Friday’s UND Student concert choir, wind en- gratifying. There is no Lorenz recently gradu- Ensembles Showcase concert at the Chester Fritz Auditorium. semble, a piano duo, better feeling than see- ate with a degree in the women’s choirs and ing a student succeed.” piano performance, music therapy on the ment also offers gradu- ested in applying and I the chamber orchestra. Helping students suc- mathematics and is fin- patients has inspired ate degrees. Tamara told him that I was tied As a music student at ceed is not the only thing ishing his honors the- me,” Zachmeier said. Auer recently gradu- up with teaching and UND, there are many Thompson is known sis. These degrees were Witnessing the in- ated with her masters my studies. I then met different degree paths for. As a voice primary, not chosen by chance. fluence that music in performance. She the UND String Quar- a student can take. The Thompson is prepar- Music and math have has on clients has in- received her under- tet and decided that I department offers de- ing for a junior recital always been a part of spired Zachmeier to graduate degree from was going to pack up pursue research on the Milan Conservatory in Italy and come to the music therapy and in- in Italy. Receiving her United states. I only fants in a medical set- masters from the United had one exam that I ting in the near future. States has always been needed to complete and “I am trying to in- a dream of Auers. This was able to do that over the summer,” Auer said. “Kids, especially kids where The concert on Fri- day was just a taste of english is not their native lan- what the music depart- guage, sometimes struggle ment has to offer. From composing new music to be part of a group. Mu- to witnessing the pow- sic therapists are able to use er of music therapy in the hospital and reha- music as a way to facilitate bilitation centers, to making it possible for social interactions and help students to continue with language learning,” their education past an undergraduate degree, Cassandra Richtsmeier, Senior in Music Terapy the students in the mu- sic department are not corporate everything dream came true when just musicians. They due to the limited time the UND String Trio was are individuals who Lorenz’s life. During tirely by music therapy with other therapies left with the program, searching for a violist. are committed to mak- his time here at UND, it students who are su- and when used togeth- yet it is exciting to “My teacher was good ing a lasting impact on seemed logical to com- pervised by the direc- er, brings better and see the connection be- friends with Dr. Drago. the lives of the people bine his two passions tor of music therapy. faster results. When tween music and medi- When Dr. Drago was who surround them. and showcase through “Kids, especially kids combined with physi- cine,” Zachmeier said. looking for a violin- his compositions how where english is not cal therapy, music Four undergraduate ist for the UND string Devon Abler is the A&C editor for music and math inter- their native language, therapy makes the task degrees are not all that quartet, I met Dr. Drago Dakota Student. twine with one another. sometimes struggle to more enjoyable and re- the music department when I was in Prague. She can be reached at “In my mathematics be part of a group. Mu- moveds the dryness of has to offer. The depart- He asked if I was inter- [email protected] capstone class, I am do- sic therapists are able to the repetition. The mu- ing a project through use music as a way to sic is used to motivate, music but analyzing it facilitate social interac- reinforce and cue the from a mathematical tions and help with lan- client through the use perspective. I’m doing a guage learning,” Rich- of timing and rhythm,” composition with sam- tsmeier said. “We can Richtsmeier said. ples of whale sounds create a simple song that Music therapy is not and applying twelve helps the child socially the only music degree tone techniques,” Lo- interact with their peers that can be found in the renz said. “If you look and connect simple medical setting. Sara at the twelve tone words to an object, such Zachmeier is work- technique, it has these as connecting the word ing towards her bach- mathematical group- cat to a picture of a cat.” elor in music with pre ings and structures that This semester, Richts- medicine as an empha- are amazing. Music has meier is working with sis. She is involved in taught me about math the physical therapy de- the wind ensemble and and math has taught partment using a treat- the pride of the north me about music.” ment plan based on neu- marching band. Zach- Music and math are rologic music therapy. meier has started work- not the only two things She and another student ing in the healthcare that go together. Cas- are in charge of co-treat- profession and has wit- sandra Richtsmeier is ing a client and gather- nessed how music and a senior music therapy ing data for research. medicine are connect- major and psychology Music therapy is an in- ed with one another. minor. Within the past terdisciplinary health- “I’ve been working three years, she has care profession that my way into the hos- had a placement at the works on helping cli- pital and seeing music University Children’s ents achieve non-musi- therapy being done by Learning Center. This cal goals through music. the therapist or even placement is run en- “Music therapy works just the influence of SPORTS 6

Hobey hoax Nick Nelson / Dakota Student Within the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC), no players on the UND men’s hockey team were submitted to be Hobey Maker nominees this year.

Nick Erickson Faison from com- remarkable players about an individual ist by the committee,” of-conference test for menters. This how- this season and there player, but the team Hajdu said. “The two the Hawks as they Dakota Student ever, isn’t the case. is no doubt about that. is more focused on are not inextricably had been on a nine The candidates for There is an explana- Cam Johnson is one of being a better team tied and that process game unbeaten streak the coveted Hobey tion for this and it is the top goaltenders in rather than develop- will still play itself until UND made the Baker were recent- less sinister than the the NCHC this year quick bus trip down ly announced and fans on Facebook are and Grant Mismash “It was determined that this year’s and back on Highway Fighting Hawks fans suggesting. After an has put up a success- team, even more so than in recent 2, routing them for a were left collectively email exchange with ful and impressive 5-1 victory. Other fa- scratching their heads UND Assistant Ath- rookie season. It cer- years, is about the team itself and miliar faces to UND in in confusion. The list letic Director of Me- tainly is a testament there isn’t a standout candidate to the race included Min- lacked any University dia Communications to the hockey culture nesota Gopher Casey of North Dakota rep- Jayson Hajdu, the ru- around Grand Forks put forward at this time.” Mittelstadt while Den- resentation. Specifi- ver had three nomina- mor that it was the to see how quickly Jayson Hadju, Assistant Athletic Director of Media cally a few individu- Athletics Department people were willing to tions of Henrik Borg- al fans on Facebook. at UND that didn’t become upset with the Communications strom, Troy Terry and One account claimed nominate any of the lack of representation ing standout players. out down the line.” Dylan Gambrell. Ev- to have discussed players was quickly in this year’s Hobey At 12-6-6 this season, There were a total ery NCHC team was this lack of UND rep- debunked. “Candi- Baker race. Fear not the team has had some of 74 nominees for represented by one resentation with the dates are indeed se- hockey fans.“It was really impressive ef- this year’s fan voting or more players with Hobey Baker commit- lected by the head determined that this forts so far and is hop- portion of the Hobey the exception of North tee themselves. The coach (and then sub- year’s team, even ing to continue that Baker. Michael Bitzer DakotaIf anything can account also claimed mitted by the media more so than in recent team-first mentality of Bemidji State was be learned from this the response they re- relations/sports infor- years, is about the with the second half one of the nomina- it’s that the message ceived from the Hobey mation department),” team itself and there of the season in full tions.UND just fin- Berry is sending is Baker committee was Hajdu said. Some fans isn’t a standout can- swing. Not all hope is ished a split home and that UND has a team informing them that were so willing to ac- didate to put forward lost. We may still see away series with the first mentality for there were no play- cept a negative out- at this time,” Hajdu some UND players in 11-7-6 Bemidji State this season and there ers submitted by the come from the UND said.This is something the race for the Hobey Beavers, thoroughly isn’t a single player University of North Athletics Department that all UND hockey Baker later on this routing the Beavers that takes the crown. Dakota’s Athletic De- that they even made fans should look to year.“Not being se- in Bemidji, then ulti- partment. The blame remarks of outrage on and admire about this lected for the fan vote mately tying them at Nick Erickson is a sports writer was quickly pointed the Athletics Depart- year’s competitive en- process does not pre- home at the Ralph En- for Dakota Student. to that of former Ath- ment’s recent Face- vironment surround- clude a player from gelstad Arena. Bemi- He can be reached at letic Director Brian book posts.UND has ing the team. It’s not being named a final- dji was a solid out- [email protected] UND kicks off track season The women throws ginning of a very suc- Isabel Waite and No- land jumped 6 feet where she placed third Madison Overby are led by return- cessful season for her. lan Hovland in high 8.25 inches to win at indoor conference. Dakota Student ers Molli Detloff and “That’s a strong jump as well as Kyley the men’s high jump. On the distance end After spending the Katelyn Weber. Detl- start for her and Foster in pole vault. Hovland also placed of the track team, re- first week of January off was an All-Amer- we expect her to Waite had a personal second at the indoor turners Hannah Os- training an immense ican in outdoor track just keep improv- best jump of 5 feet conference meet last carson, Erica Eades amount, University of last spring. Last Sat- ing on that all season 6.5 inches to win the year. Foster is coming North Dakota Track urday in Fargo, De- long,” Galbraith said. event in Fargo. Hov- off an indoor season continued on page 7 and Field rung in 2018 tloff threw 66 feet The men throws are with the Thunder- 4.5 inches in weight led by Adam Mehr, Current After 9 Specials: ing Herd Classic in throw to break her Tyler Kolander and $7 Camel Sliders with Tabbouleh, Fargo on January 13. previous school re- Michael Quesenberry. The day was marked cord by over a foot. Mehr and Kolander $9 Fried Chicken with greens, with many victories Weber won indoor started off the season $6 Mules, $4.50 Taps, $3.50 Rails and place finishes conference in shot strong with fourth across the board. The put last indoor season and fifth places in success at the Thun- and then placed fifth the weight throw, re- dering Herd Classic is in the event in Fargo. spectively. Quesen- only the beginning for Head coach Kevin berry placed fourth in UND Track and Field Galbraith considered the shot put in Fargo. this indoor season. Detloff’s throw the be- The jumps feature

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continued from page 6 time of 8.33 seconds in the 60 meter hurdles. and Connor Danielson The coaches and ath- will be at the fore- letes are not letting front. Both Oscarson early victories get to and Danielson won their heads. The main the 3000 meter race goal of the indoor sea- in Fargo with per- son is performing well sonal bests. Eades at the indoor confer- ran a personal best ence meet in late Feb- indoor time of 2 min- ruary, but the focus of utes 17 seconds in the entire track season the 800 meter race. comes in May at out- For sprints, fresh- door conference and men Oluwaseyi Agu- potentially the region- da, Shandon Toenies al and national meet and Ethan Buckles for some athletes. are coming off great The strong start to races in Fargo. All the indoor season three made finals for serves as motiva- the 60 meter dash. tion to continue the Galbraith is excited hard work in prac- about the prospects. tice by showing that “All of our run- it pays off when the ners had to run a meet days roll around. pre-final, a semifi- Track and field will nal and a final,” said be home at the UND Galbraith. “Seeing High Performance three freshmen make Center on January 26- it to the finals is a 27 with free admission. great start for us.” Finally, freshman Madison Overby is a sports writer Josh Pillath became for Dakota Student. the fastest freshman in She can be reached at UND history with his [email protected] Photos by Nick Nelson / Dakota Student Fighting Hawks guard Geno Crandall looks for an open teammate against Presentation College earlier this season.

UND guard Geno Crandall drives to the hoop against Presentation College earlier this season at the Betty Engelstad Sioux Center.

Basketball looking for a bounce back Buena Vista Ski Area Bemidji, MN it and continue to grow to step up and fill the void Northern Colorado on Jan- John Gregg and get better,” Head left by Hooker’s absence, uary 20, Crandall scored Dakota Student Coach Brian Jones said. and as of recent the an- a team high 30 points, Skiing The Hawks started the swer has been Geno Cran- yet the team fell short af- With a less than fabu- season with a 4-9 record dall, Junior Guard from ter Northern Colorado Boarding lous start to the season, through December leaving Minneapolis, Minnesota. scored a buzzer beater. the Fighting Hawks Men’s many questioning what Crandall averages 16.3 “The past few years, Tubing basketball hope to improve could have happened in points a game this sea- we’ve developed a bit of a come crunch time. Recent Friday Day Rates: the off season following son, leading the Fighting rivalry with them,” UND’s 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. wins to conference teams, last season’s historic run Hawks in scoring. Many Geno Crandall said. “It $25 Adult Lift Ticket Idaho State, Weber State, $20 Ski Rental to the NCAA Tourna- had high hope that Cran- kind of competes with the $25 Snowboard Rental and a win to non-confer- ment for the first time in dall would be the much- NDSU rivalry. But these Friday Night Rates: ence in state rival, North school history. Losing star needed replacement to games mean more because 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Dakota State propel the player Quinton Hooker the scoring void left from $14 Adult Lift Ticket it’s a conference game $12 Ski Rental team in the right direction. who averaged just under Hooker’s absence, and and last year we played $20 Snowboard Rental “These last three games, 20 points per game last although the team re- them for a championship.” I think you have seen season was a tough loss cord shows the slow start the team we all knew we for the Hawks, Hooker Crandall’s stats have been could be. It just took a little John Gregg is a sports writer OPEN now plays profession- strong from the start. In for Dakota Student. longer than we wanted to Friday through 218-243-2231 ally in Poland. Fans won- the Hawk’s most recent He can be reached at Sunday get there, but we’ll take dered who would be able game, an overtime loss at [email protected] www.bvskiarea.com SPORTS 8

Dakota Student File Photos Teams and coaches can become second families for student athletes staying on campus during holiday breaks. Sacrifices for your sport

My break takes a dif- of working out first back, we spend a ma- rificing a week of time the early mornings, Madison Overby ferent turn the day and resting later while jority of the day with at home to come back the long practices, Dakota Student that my coach sends family and friends each other either at and practice with the the team meals at Nothing compares out the training sched- are squeezed into the practice, volunteer- team, but you’re sacri- a variety of restau- to the feeling of set- ule. The workouts spaces that were left ing or socializing. ficing countless hours rants around town. tling into a long win- are meant to be good open. The rest of the The main point is, while you’re at home Honestly, there’s ter break after a se- tune-ups: getting into time at home went winter break becomes to be working out. something about mester filled with shape and getting in by in a blur and be- a time to get better. Parents claim to un- the second fam- exams, projects, as- some speed before fore I knew it, it was The coaches look at derstand, but help ily that you miss so signments and stress the first indoor track time to head back up the lack of school as an load up the car with much while you’re piling into the living meet in early January. to Grand Forks for a opportunity for ath- slight resistance and in your hometown. room with your fam- Instead of sleep- week of intense train- letes to put more time teary eyes. I hugged Grand Forks becomes ily, hot cocoa in hand ing in, I’d wake up at ing before school into training and more my sister goodbye and home and the team be- to watch Christmas 7 a.m. to have break- started up again. time into recovery. told her to enjoy her comes family. These movies and just relax. fast and drink some Coming back to This is a given for remaining three weeks are the types of bonds The first couple coffee. Around 9 a.m. Grand Forks the first the athletes on the of winter break as she that make it seem like days of break are the I’d head out the door week of January is team, who follow the told me, again, how sacrificing time at ones to catch up on to either the indoor a different experi- training programs much it sucked that I home isn’t that much sleep and make plans track or the gym. ence to say the least. rigorously and often had to go back after of a sacrifice at all. with the hometown I’d walk back It seems like campus without complaint. two weeks of my own. crew and for most through the door of my isn’t quite the same However, families All this being students this carries house around 1 p.m. when there aren’t a are the ones that of- said, there’s some- throughout the entire hungrier than ever hundred people walk- ten have a prob- thing that feels right Madison Overby is a sports writer break, but for stu- and hearing my bed ing down University lem with the high about driving back to for Dakota Student. dent-athletes things shouting my name. Ave. at any given time. intensity training. Grand Forks. There’s She can be reached at aren’t as laid back. I get into a routine Once the team gets Not only are you sac- something about [email protected]

Student athletes often give up free time they would otherwise spend with families and loved ones during the holiday season to instead train and practice for their respective sport.