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April 29, 2016 The Finals Week Issue Volume XCVI.13 General Boykin’s Comments Spark Controversy

an Orlando, Florida event featuring said, and somebody will be recording letter boldly states that, “The College religious and political speakers. Gen. this and this’ll be on YouTube before should dissociate itself from General Traylor Nichols ‘17 Boykin was recorded stating “Where it’s all over with. But I will tell you Boykin. He has caused enough harm, Associate Editor is the Christian world today? Where what: the first man that walks in my not only to LGBT students and alum- are the Christians of America today? daughter’s bathroom, he ain’t going ni (whether out or closeted), but also They should be flocking to people like to have to worry about the surgery.” to the College’s brand and reputation Wheat Visiting Professor of Lead- Kim Davis.” Kim Davis was a county Gen. Boykin’s statements prompt- in the wider world.” Over one hundred ership Lt. General Gerald Boykin clerk in Rowan, Kentucky who re- ed a reply by two alumni, Demas and thirty signatures were acquired (ret.) has come under scrutiny for fused to issue marriage licenses to Boudreaux ’02 and Jeffrey A. Harris from students, alumni, and faculty of recent statements, prompting a move- same-sex couples. Gen. Boykin con- ’90, to form a sign-on letter that cir- Hampden-Sydney College. The accu- ment from members of the Hampden- tinued, saying that “They should be culated among the students, faculty, mulated signatures and accompanying Sydney College community to dis- flocking to the city council and say, and alumni of Hampden-Sydney. The letter were sent to Interim President sociate themselves from Gen. Boykin. ‘No, you’re not going to let a man go in letter addressed Gen. Boykins’ current Stevens, M. Peebles Harrison, Esq. On March 8th, a CNS News arti- my daughter’s bathroom just because statement, while also going on to say ’89, Chair of the Board of Trustees, cle reported on a statement that Gen. he feels like a man today.’ Where are that he has, in the past, made actions and Dr. Lee King ’94, Vice Presi- Boykin made when he was speaking the Christians that are standing up that have committed him to be unfit dent for Institutional Advancement. to this kind of evil? And I’ve already to represent Hampden-Sydney. The at The Awakening 2016 Conference, Continued on page 6 Gen. Boykin. Photo Credit: CNS News Rhetoric Students Fix “Wicked Problems” on Campus

invested in,” described Ryan Peevey, of students involved with the Student ger Hampden-Sydney community to administration in order to get every- a Rhetoric 310 student, “and every- Justice System worked to host the bring together our community as a thing approved by the appropriate David Bushhouse ‘19 one had a personal story that con- Crochet with the Court event earlier show of support for those with men- parties. “It was actually a lot harder Staff Writer nected with what they were person- this month. Group member and Stu- tal illnesses and to help destigmatize than I thought it was going to be,” ally worried about.” Peevey’s group dent Court Justice Bobby George said the Wellness Center and the treat- said Edwards, “trying to pull together put together the Campus Commu- the group chose their topic to address ment of mental health disorders.” all of the moving parts.” His group As the semester comes to a close, nity Conversation, a roundtable-style misunderstandings about “why the This project was especially important had to communicate with Buildings the students of Dr. Claire Deal’s discussion of various issues held in court operates the way that it does,” for Edwards, who told me that mul- & Grounds, Thompson Hospital- Rhetoric 310 class are finishing Snyder Hall earlier this month. One including “trying to bring together the tiple members of his group had suf- ity, Event Staff, Blake A, the Well- their semester-long projects to build of the other group members, Hous- entire student justice system instead fered from mental illness, and that ness Center & Wellness Advocates, community and improve the cam- ton Wilson, spearheaded the dis- of just the student court, since there since he spoke about destigmatizing and arrange catering from Bojangle’s. pus of Hampden-Sydney. Dr. Deal cussion of “negative branding and are way more students that do the leg mental illness in his Public Speaking All in all, the Rhetoric students presented her students with a chal- negative stereotypes about our col- work—justices are just the deciders.” class last semester, this project was were challenged to address problems lenge: come up with an idea to fix a lege,” a topic he said was “dear to my The third group honed in on the “just a continuation of the topic—a in their community with practical “wicked problem” facing our campus. heart.” Other topics included finan- Wellness Center’s counseling services. topic I’m pretty passionate about.” solutions, and came up with some “She asked for something we were cial aid and the college’s curricula. Rollie Edwards told me “the purpose In carrying out their projects, stu- really great ideas. We’ll see what Another group made up entirely of the project was to promote a stron- dents had to learn to navigate H-SC next semester’s class comes up with. In this issue...

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Asymmetric Warfare tips and landed the job, be sure you the end of the summer for completion can keep it by using the next three tips. next year. If they remind you of a dead- Taylor Anctil ‘16 & Josh Taylor ‘16 #5: Be friendly! Greet everyone line, chuckle and wink conspiratorially. must be vetted through the legisla- Staff Writers each morning, and do not be afraid to In conclusion, Taylor and I would tive process and passed by Congress. get playful. A good slap on the bot- like to thank the editor of the Tiger Otherwise, U.S. military action abroad tom or punch to the shoulder will for inclusion into this rag. We would Gentlemen, we are in the last serve as a good substitute for years of also like to thank our broad and faith- Stewart Lawrence ‘17 could continue to be distanced from week! If you have not started al- friendship. Do not leave the boss out. ful readership for providing us with Staff Writer up-to-date legislation and the ben- efits accompanied by such legislation. ready, it would behoove you to con- #6: Job security. Make yourself inspiration, if not specific questions. If, Drone strikes also raise questions sider pursuing gainful employment invaluable to the organization. Obvi- in the course of the last year, we have regarding strategic viability as well. for the summer. In this final issue ously the best course of action here is failed to address a certain concern – As Iraqi forces prepare for a large- In a publication for the Army War of Taylor Talk (still, to our displea- to, well, “endear” yourself to the boss’s drop it. It obviously was not worth our scale operation to retake the city of College, James Walsh said, “Drone sure, not associated with VH1) you family – just be ready to commit. time, and should not consume yours. Mosul from ISIL, America’s mili- strikes are likely to incite more co- will find a compendium of advice on #7: Leave them wanting more. You Thanks for four good years, H-SC. tary support in the region continues operation among, and violence by, how to land and keep that next job. will not get re-hired if there is noth- to grow. The use of unmanned aerial more fragmented insurgencies, such In the interview ing to do. Show that you understand Sincerely, vehicles, or drones, to strike precise as those operating in Pakistan.” Es- #1: Show creativity and value professional workflow by leaving at Taylor & Taylor targets on the battlefield has become sentially, the use of drones at best does for diversity. When dressing for the least one major project unfinished by a major facet of U.S. involvement in little-to-nothing in terms of actually interview, pair a plaid shirt with the Middle East. Such expansive effecting the overall U.S. strategy of a paisley tie and striped jacket for use of Drones as offensive weap- counterterrorism in the region. At a look that says you are an open- ons has raised both legal and stra- worst, drone strikes force previously minded font of creative energy. tegic questions as to their viability. isolated terrorist cells to coordi- #2: Be confident and assertive. In recent years, the Obama ad- nate and expand attacks outside of Shake hands firmly. Man-spread ministration has sighted the Authori- their traditional areas of operations. across any available surface. If asked zation for the Use of Military Force Drones have been successful in tak- how you are, cut off your inter- (Public Law 107-40) bill, which pro- ing out a number of high-ranking Al viewer with “no, how are you doing?” vided legal justification for military Qaeda, ISIS, and Boko Haram lead- #3: Hold back - they are not inter- action against the actors in, and sup- ers, though this limited involvement ested in your whole life story or even ports of, the September 11th attacks. in international affairs is ineffective that one about your aunt. Turn the ta- While this joint resolution was clearly in ultimately solving the issue at play. bles on them, answering every question applicable in the U.S. invasions of Iraq In order to confront the issue with a question. For instance: “How and Afghanistan directly following of radical Islam, the United States are you qualified for this position?” 9/11, the use of such a law against should at the very least recognize that “How would you define ‘qualified?’” new terrorist organizations like ISIL over reliance on drones and limited #4: Work it. Prove job skills in brings into question the legal sup- involvement of Special Forces units the interview. For an office intern- port of drone strikes. The current are not enough. Drones offer political ship, bring a coffee maker and dem- administration has also cited Article convenience of avoiding costly wars onstrate your technique. For a posi- 51 of the United Nations Charter in that may syphon public support away tion as a cross-town courier, opt for justifying the strikes, which provides from more popular issues domesti- tight Chubbies to showcase those for the self-defense of member na- cally, though the national security of gains. For a job at the beach or lo- tions against armed attacks against the United States cannot be sacrificed cal pool, lock eyes with anyone who them. Again, such legal justification from political points. I cannot defini- so much as looks at a glass of water. seems questionable as U.S. action is tively say what the end-all be-all solu- A special pointer on resumes: be based on both past attacks and the tion for tensions in the Middle East thorough but not stodgy. Mention anticipation of future attacks. In order is, if there is one, though a semi-in- all awards (including your exemplary for the United States to continually volved approach has raised both legal placement in that 3rd-grade spelling use drones to attack enemy combat- questions and issues as to the strate- bee), but keep it real with Comic Sans. ants in foreign territories, new laws gic success of the U.S. in the region. Once you have implemented these hot Page 4 The Hampden-Sydney Tiger April 29, 2016 GUEST SUBMISSIONS HBX CORe Gives H-SC Students Unique Opportunity to Master Business Fundamentals

On August 7, 2015, Hampden- proaches, there is always talk of sum- future career path. Upon successful a strong understanding of economic can work their summer jobs or at Sydney College signed an agreement mer learning loss, but not so much completion of the program, students principle, financial accounting and their internships during the day and with HBX, Harvard Business School’s when speaking of college-aged stu- receive a Credential of Readiness business analytics,” LaBerge said. have the flexibility to participate in digital learning iniative. The agreement dents, or those in or entering gradu- from HBX and Harvard Business “During my summer as an HBX stu- HBX CORe in their free time. CORe reserves seats and facilitates financial ate school. While those individu- School – a clear resume-builder and dent, I realized that instinct is only provides the essential elements indi- aid up to $1,500 for Hampden-Sydney als might not be as prone to losing opportunity to get ahead of the curve. one piece of the puzzle. I realized that viduals need to know to get started students in HBX CORe. Three H-SC knowledge acquired throughout the Peter LaBerge, an English major it is important — no, essential —­ to in their respective careers — whether alumni—Aaron Gilani ‘15, Hunter year as compared to younger chil- with a concentration in creative writ- understand how to not only process it be at a big company, a small start- Brown ‘14, and Davis Yake ‘08—have dren, summer represents a time for ing and a minor in consumer psychol- and analyze the proper metrics to up, or a nonprofit — and is bundled completed the three-course program. opportunistic learning — to get a ogy through the University of Penn- make effective decisions, but also into three distinct courses: Business Regarding his experience, Yake head start on the school year and to sylvania’s College of Arts & Sciences communicate and defend these find- Analytics, Economics for Manag- said that “the HBX program is an broaden skill sets in various subjects. and Wharton School of Business, en- ings to stakeholders and colleagues.” ers and Financial Accounting. There excellent tool for anyone looking HBX CORe, a three-course on- rolled in CORe after his spring se- Unlike other online programs, are 10 program starts throughout the to prepare themselves for business line business fundamentals program mester to build his business acumen. the unique HBX learning model ef- year — and two offered this summer. school or simply looking to gain an powered by the faculty of Harvard “As the end of my freshman year fectively marries Harvard Business Participants in HBX CORe will understanding of business fundamen- Business School, is an effective way of college drew near, I realized I was School’s renowned case study method join a supportive global network of tals before entering any workplace.” for students of all majors to master at a pivotal point in my academic ca- approach to teaching with an interac- HBX learners who are regularly called Attached is a recent press re- essential business principles (in just reer: I could either continue to rely tive, online, community-based cur- upon to engage within the course lease from HBX with new in- eight or 10 weeks) before fall classes on entrepreneurial instinct — which, riculum in a way that provides an platform through online discussions, formation about the program. begin. HBX CORe gives students honestly, had served me fairly well opportunity for individuals to learn shared insights, peer feedback and pri- the skills and confidence they need through my founding and develop- business fundamentals and directly vate Facebook groups. The ability to April 11, 2016—BOSTON—As to be successful in the business world, ing The Adroit Journal to that point apply their learnings to their respec- learn from, and network with, a cohort spring break ends and summer ap- regardless of their field of study or — or I could commit to establishing tive careers. This means that students of committed learners from around the globe is something students won’t find in other online programs. Applications are now available A “Thank You” from Ben Bardill ’16 online through May 15 for June’s College as we know it would not be College, and assisting in the promo- would be here. I know that at times 10-week cohort and through June able to function. It’s no secret that tion of our brand beyond the Hill. we have worried you, angered you, and 13 for July’s 8-week session. For more information on how to ap- Ben Bardill ‘16 we sometimes complain about B&G Thank you to my friends and my maybe even made you lose hope, but ply to CORe, visit HBX online. Former Secretary-Treasurer or the Commons, but truth be told, fraternity, as they have played an im- I know that the College has deliv- we couldn’t do it without you all. measurable role in my experience here. ered on its promise, and after gradu- Thank you to all of our professors, We can all point towards our friends ation the boy that you dropped off About HBX: Founded in 2014, Here it is. The final moments of who have carried out the most impor- and fraternity brothers as those who four years ago has emerged as a man. HBX — Harvard Business School’s the Class of ‘16’s time on the Hill. As tant charge if the College; educating helped us through the hard times, Thank you to God for a beau- digital learning initiative — is chang- we wrap up the year and find our- and forming good men and good citi- celebrated with us in the good times, tiful campus, an incredible expe- ing the way individuals learn about selves on the job trail, beginning our zens in and outside of the classroom. and those who were always there to rience, and for all of the afore- business. HBX was established to transition into grad school, or pur- I, and I assume many others, can at- lend a helping hand, a listening ear, mentioned components of what expand the reach of Harvard Busi- suing other endeavors after gradu- test to the fact that our academic fac- and sometimes tough love. Although makes this place one of a kind. ness School and to further the ation, it seems appropriate to give ulty has at some point caused us to we are graduating and our lives may Let us also remember those school’s mission of educating leaders a strong, resounding “thank you” to challenge a personal view, helped take different paths, our friendships who won’t be with us on gradua- who make a difference in the world. all of those who have shaped and shape a life changing experience, or will continue to grow, and our broth- tion day. Caleb and Richie, we all While still in the early days of on- molded our time here, and those who pushed us to be better than we were erhood will become ever stronger. love you and we know that on May line learning on a global scale, HBX have directly and indirectly helped the day before. Once again, thank Thank you to the Founders Lot, 8th, you’ll be looking down, satis- has a jumpstart with 100 plus years us succeed in whatever path we took. you for all that you have done for us. the Lagoon, and the Circle for the fied. As cliché as it may sound, we of business education experience and Thank you to all of those who Thank you to the administrative memories that we will continue mustn’t forget that we are a brother- a passionate faculty whose vision work behind the scenes to keep our staff, as they are charged with courting to treasure for the rest of our days. hood, and that the good and the bad has been reimagined for the digital College moving. Without the work each new class of Hampden – Syd- Thank you to all the mothers and has bought us together as one student age. Find us online at hbx.hbs.edu. of the Commons staff or B&G, the ney men, the smooth operation of our fathers. Without you all, none of us body, and as one Hampden – Sydney. April 29, 2016 The Hampden-Sydney Tiger Page 5 REVIEWS

Charismo attention is “Wolves Howling,” a which chronicles the narrator’s longing tune that induces instant dancing. for peace and comfort while he travels. Hackensaw Boys The and are featured Of course, the album is filled with Local Eats: prominently, and they work well positive songs that induce clapping HHHHI enough that the mid-song break- and dancing, all of which play a crucial down will send chills down your spine. part in enjoying a nice summer playl- Picture this: some old tin cans, These Lynchburg rockers con- ist. Be sure to pick up Charismo and Walker’s Diner a couple of drum brushes, a wash- tinue to deliver impressive music, and you might discover that the Hacken- board, and an enthusiastic spirit. That Charismo is a prime example of their saw Boys aren’t that bad. Nonetheless, might describe a scene out of Ameri- talent. Along with “Wolves Howling,” Charismo certainly belongs on a sum- can Pickers, but it actually describes a the album includes slower songs like mer playlist and deserves radio airplay. Graves Anthony ‘16 fries. When they brought me my food charismo, a musical instrument. The “Happy For Us in the Down” and “The Food Critic I thought it was interesting because charismo—created by former member Sweet.” These two songs serve as pro- -Spencer Connell ‘17 it was stuffed with lettuce, tomatoes, Justin Neuhardt—is the inspiration verbial ballads, especially “The Sweet,” chicken, cheese, and special sauce. It behind the latest album from Char- For my last article with the Ti- was wrapped in a pita shell instead of lottesville’s own Hackensaw Boys. The ger, I decided to visit a Farmville a flour tortilla. I thought the pita wrap Appalachian-bluegrass rock group re- establishment that has been in the was an interesting choice compared leased its latest album on April 15th, community since the 1950’s. Before to the traditional choice of a torti- and it is a stellar piece of work. Most I went with my parents, I had never lla. The special sauce and the hearty of the songs have been around for at been to Walker’s Diner. I had always chunks of chicken combined to form least a year, but the Hackensaw Boys heard of the delicious burgers and a sweet heat that pleased my taste finally recorded them in the past few shakes; however, for my venture to buds as if they were being high-fived months, and behold, the songs are here Walker’s, I had neither. Instead, I had by a bottle of tabasco and a spoonful for our listening pleasure. The group a southwestern chicken wrap. The at- of honey. The fries were blanketed is known for channeling the spirit mosphere is quite interesting because in seasoning salt and spices. They of , and throw- it seems as if the diner was a kit built were a good pairing with the wrap. ing an energetic twist on the style. building. The diner was renovated by The atmosphere was pleasant for In this latest album, the band has the Food Network show American a diner. I enjoyed the cleanliness of grouped eleven songs that deliver the Diner Revival hosted by Ty Pen- the counter, floors, and stools. I en- incredible energy that is associated nington. The diner certainly had the joyed the overall experience which with mountain music. Lead singer feel of a recent renovation because it overcame the food. The wrap was David Sickmen’s voice is near the edge didn’t feel like a greasy spoon should. good; however, I would advise any- of crackling and unattractive, but he The waitstaff was quite friendly one reading this to stick to the burg- still manages to sing clearly, bucking and greeted my family and myself ers and shakes. I liked that the menu the hillbilly stereotypes like there is with a smile. As soon as we were had a variety of things ranging from no tomorrow. His voice is raspy and it seated our drink order was immedi- the specials of fish to kettle corn dogs. still reminds you that you are listen- ately taken and fulfilled. As I combed For my last review of my career I am ing to an authentic Appalachian band. over the menu searching for some- glad that I chose to eat at Walker’s The track that ought to get more thing to satisfy my appetite, I found Diner. I give them 4 of 5 stars for the what I was looking for in the form of overall atmosphere, food, and staff. the southwestern chicken wrap with Deadpool origin. He was a man named Wade even includes other characters from Wilson who was subjected to a series the Marvel universe like Colossus. HHHHI of violent experiments that resulted The film has been criticized for in the disfigurement of his face, and being too formulaic in its material. I I’ve been meaning to write a re- in the process gave him super human agree with this statement. Much of the view on this movie, but honestly I abilities. The film does a good job of film is spent on how Wade Wilson be- had forgotten all about it. With the portraying the character of Deadpool. comes Deadpool, and how he seeks re- release of Deadpool the comic book Ryan Reynolds gives an entertaining venge on the man who disfigured him. character now has his own film. Dead- performance, making jokes left and I felt there could have been more room pool is unlike other superheroes. In right, and frequently breaking the for something else; a subplot maybe, fact, he isn’t really considered to be a fourth wall; something that Deadpool nothing big, but something else to superhero at all. He’s an anti-hero; one is well known for. As to be expected, give the film more flavor. Nonetheless, who is especially unique. He is an ex- the film is very funny. I found my- it’s an enjoyable film, and a faithful pert marksman, and swordsman with self laughing on numerous occasions adaption of the comic book character. super strength, and healing abilities. as the witty remarks Deadpool makes to the other characters. In addition, -Drew Dickerson ‘17 Walker’s Diner on N Main Street. Photo Credit: H-SC Photography Club The film tells the story of Deadpool’s the action of the film is great too, and Page 6 The Hampden-Sydney Tiger April 29, 2016

does not want any man going into his sitive about not talking about ho- fessional conduct, and now that has granddaughter’s bathroom. He cited mosexuality” Gen. Boykin remarked. all been destroyed by a single vote Boykin Continued a story that appeared in the news on “I don’t care who sleeps with who.” in our Senate as well as the House.” April 21, 2016, where a man in Lan- Gen. Boykin has a history of mak- Gen. Boykin is also the executive vice caster, Pennsylvania was arrested ing controversial comments, and he president for the Family Research Demas Boudreaux, co-creator Sydney College” Boudreaux stated. and charged after a ten-year-old girl has been very opposed to allowing Council, a Christian organization of the letter, says that he created the He emphasized that Gen. Boykin’s caught him watching her in the bath- openly homosexual individuals in the with anti-LGBT values. The Family letter because he felt that “enough is statements were not to promote any room. “I will make those type of people military. On April 1, 2014 Boykin was Research Council states on their web enough.” “This is not about liberal sort of argument, but to advocate for get what they deserve,” Gen. Boykin recorded on the Washington Watch say- page that they believe that homosexu- versus conservative, and it’s not about a superior ideology and to promote said. When I mentioned the letter and ing that America is experiencing an ality is “unnatural” and “homosexual people’s views,” he says. Boudreaux ac- violence, which Boudreaux says that said that many people felt that the “absolute destruction of our military conduct is harmful to the persons knowledges that he isn’t intending to Hampden-Sydney is not representa- College should dissociate itself from readiness and our military morale be- who engage in it and society at large.” shut down debate with the letter, but tive of. “It’s like hiring a segregation- him, Gen. Boykin said, “Well I served cause the leadership in our military When questioned about these to go on record—as a group—and say ist in 1970” he said. “The decision has this country for thirty-six years for has not been willing to stand up to the statements and his high ranking in- that Boykin’s statements don’t repre- been made; why are you fighting it?” people to have that right to feel that President,” all in reference issues like volvement in the Family Research sent Hampden-Sydney’s values. “We When questioned about his state- way,” adding “I think that everybody the 2010 repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Council, Gen. Boykin stated that don’t need somebody who spews ha- ments at the conference, Gen. Boykin has become extremely hypersensitive, Tell”—the policy that banned openly during his speech at the conference, tred,” Boudreaux firmly stated. He explained that his statements were mostly due to political correctness.” gay, lesbian, or bisexual persons from he “never mentioned the term homo- marked Gen. Boykin’s statements as intended as a joke. He says the state- He restated that his remarks were a military service. He was also recorded sexuality.” When asked if he felt that “non-discursive” and not representative ment was directed at the intended, joke, and that his audience knew it saying that military leaders should his public statements, and his involve- of the rhetorical ideology that Hamp- private audience at the conference was humorous. Gen. Boykin told the have resigned in protest to the ban ment in the Family Research Council den-Sydney believes in. When asked who understood his remarks to be Tiger that the letter was “inaccurate” on gay service members being lifted. showed an open rejection of homosex- why he feels that the College should a joke. “Any man that goes in my and “demonstrative” because it states Regarding the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” uality, Gen. Boykin cut the question off, dissociate from Gen. Boykin, especial- granddaughter’s bathroom, I will be “General Boykin’s open rejection of repeal, Gen. Boykin has been quoted declaring, “All I’m going to say is that ly when Gen. Boykin was not repre- greatly upset about it,” Gen. Boykin homosexuality as being inconsistent that homosexuals have corrupted I don’t care who they have sex with. senting the college during conference, stated. When asked if his statements with his interpretation of Christianity the military, saying “The military has That is between them and their god.” Boudreaux retorted that Gen. Boykin condoned violence, he said that he has drawn the ire of many Hampden- been the anchor of our society. It There has been no word yet is never not representing the college. does not advocate violence towards Sydney alumni and faculty for several has maintained a very strict standard as to what further actions may “He carries the banner of Hampden- anybody, before restating that that he years.” “I have always been very sen- in terms of morality, ethics, and pro- be taken in response to the letter. Make Hampden-Sydney Great Again: Part III

tion is to grow as both an intellec- about unpopular liberal opinions here There has been a distinct move to- mind when he founded us in 1775. tual and as a person. If you only ever are the exact same people whining wards anti-intellectualism here. We’re In closing I want to just mention a Logan Leathers ‘17 hear an opinion that you agree with about blue haired Bernie support- a college. We shouldn’t resort to pas- few last things. To whoever pooped on Staff Writers you have merely confirmed that you ers censoring conservative opinions sive aggressive letters calling for res- Cushing, you made us look bad in front haven’t learned a damn thing. At most at Brown, Oberlin, and American ignations or ad hominem attacks on of a tour group. You don’t belong here. PC-inclined schools across the coun- University. You are no better than yik yak. We should have open forums To whoever insists on breaking bottles I want all of you reading this to try that means you’d have to put up the people you hate when you do the where both sides speak their mind. We everywhere, the parents I’ve shown think back and remember what you with the more conservative opinions, same thing on an opposite side of the should have organized protests that this school to notice. To whoever gets did the last time you heard some- but here we are different. Progressive aisle. Also I should clarify, before you express how we feel without resorting barred out and breaks other house’s thing you disagreed with. Did you or liberal opinions are very much the attack me for being a PC culture sym- to baseless arguments. Might Lt. Gen. stuff on the circle, imagine what your ask to hear more about the other minority and you know what? We pathizer, understand that in aggregate Boykin be wrong in what he said? future employer would say. To the side? Did you provide a cogent argu- have to hear them too. Anyone who I have publicly talked for over 4 hours Possibly. Should he be fired? Hell no. guys who call themselves gentlemen ment about why they said what they knows me understands that I am pret- on why PC culture kills academia and We all have a right to our opinion just but pass out after drinking a bottle said? Or did you get mad and buy a ty libertarian. I always say, “Believe higher education as a whole. A gentle- like the alumni and Professor Prevo of Old Crow covered in their own trampoline because you like to jump whatever you want, but I don’t have man hears other opinions and engages have a right to their opinions. Let’s urine, grow up. Be gentlemen. Have to conclusions? If you did one of the to agree.” Now some of you may com- them in a rational and logically based hear all sides, not blindly get enraged. fun, but do it responsibly. We aren’t first two options, you can skip this plain, “Well what about when other way. A gentleman uses his calm de- In short, gentlemen, don’t be a children, so we should act accordingly. article if you like; if you did the third professors call for resignations or fir- meanor and intellectual prowess to dick. Be a man. Be a gentleman. Lis- Thank you for the year gentlemen. keep reading. You gon’ learn today. ings, blah blah blah whine!” That lib- talk about an issue in the most chari- ten to all sides of an argument. Read Despite my rants I have enjoyed it. Hampden-Sydney is a gentle- eral professor has just as much a right table way possible. A child uses ad ho- the Communist Manifesto and Road If you want to argue with me or you man’s finishing school. That means we to say what he or she believes as the minem attacks and whines and com- to Serfdom. Don’t attack PC culture, disagree with my opinions, please should be two things at the very least. conservative professor. The point of plains about the other side. Hell, even but then turn around and censor lib- find me. I have an open door and We should be students and we should college is to hear both sides and learn a man can hear a dissenting opinion eral opinions here. In four words, don’t fridge policy when it comes to field- be gentleman. Let us first talk about why you agree with one or the other. and calmly ignore it rather than blow be a hypocrite. Strive to be the intel- ing complaints. Good luck, be safe, school. The entire point of an educa- Grow up and get used to hearing stuff up and make crappy, illogical argu- lectual that colleges were made for and God bless. Enjoy your summers you don’t like. People who complain ments. Grow up, Hampden-Sydney. and the gentleman that Smith had in and I’ll see you on the Hill next fall. April 29, 2016 The Hampden-Sydney Tiger Page 7 SPORTS Lacrosse Rolling as ODAC Golf Finishes Fourth at ODAC Championship, Agnew Named Tournament Approaches Rookie of the Year A vital shift for the Tigers was fourth. Lynchburg was able to answer put in by senior Kyle Fraser (Sa- back just once with 6:38 remaining ment. Junior Alex Simmons finished Ellis Hopson ‘16 lem, VA), who held 40-point scorer before Pool struck again at the 4:43 Ryan Peevey ‘17 in a tie for 12th place with a score of Sports Editor Adam Fiore to one goal on his single mark to solidify a four-goal advantage. Sports Writer 17 over par. Freshman Jamie Agnew shot for the game. Levin led the of- Another defensive showcase was and Aaron Persily also contributed fense for H-SC with a hat trick and put on by the Tigers, as seniors Kyle to a solid tournament for the Tigers, Since a three-game losing streak Fraser, Aaron Hales, and Thomas On April 19th through April 21st, as both men tied for 18th place on early on in the season, the H-SC la- an assist, while Koferl dished out the Hampden-Sydney Golf Team three assists on the day. Sophomore Passenant shut down Lynchburg the tournament. Not to be left out, crosse team has been the model of All-American Austin Stewart and traveled to Wintergreen, to sophomore Austin Fockler turned consistency, winning seven out of goalkeeper Mitch Renfrow (Char- compete in the ODAC Champion- lotte, NC) recorded eight saves. Aaron Murphy. The pair was held in a performance that would earn eight since the slide. The squad looks to four goals on a combined 21 ship. The Tigers earned a 4th place him a 29th place in the individual to be peaking at the perfect time, with The Tigers returned home on April finish with several individual perfor- 16th, where they delivered a 13-9 win shots, and freshman phenom Evan competition. As a team, the Tigers the ODAC Tournament set to get Lombardo failed to record a point mances standing out. Parker Smith only finished one stroke behind Vir- underway next week. H-SC’s offense over Lynchburg. The game also served led the team, tying for 5th place while as the team’s Senior Day festivities. for the first time in nine games. ginia Wesleyan in 3rd and three has been particularly explosive of late, shooting 13 over par on the tourna- Continued on page 8 Kyle Fraser, Hunter Guttendorf, Aar- Offensively H-SC was led having outscored their opponents 42- by Shaheen, who notched his 22 over their last three games. Vic- on Hales, Jake Koferl, Thomas Pas- senant, Paul Ross, Tyler Sullivan, and first career hat trick. Jake Koferl tories at Guilford and Bridgewater also contributed an assist to go and a thrilling Senior Day win over Kevin Wilhelm were all recognized Rugby Seniors Depart for their contributions to the team along with a hat trick of his own. Lynchburg have the Tigers looking The Tigers hit the road again strong as postseason play approaches. over the course of their H-SC careers. A tightly contested first quarter on April 23rd when they trav- Following Decorated Careers H-SC traveled to Guilford on eled to Bridgewater and secured an Wednesday, April 13th, and captured ended with the score tied 1-1, with 18-6 victory. H-SC jumped out to Bouldin, James Dargan, and Greg a cagey 11-7 win. The Tigers got off Ian Levin scoring at the 9:32 mark a quick start when Arntzen worked Regan. Each of these three has been to a quick start, building a 3-0 lead for the Tigers. A push from Lynch- his Lynchburg magic again, win- Ellis Hopson ‘17 an instrumental leader and contribu- within the first 15 minutes of the burg allowed them to build a 4-2 ning the opening face-off and scor- Sports Editor tor during their time. The trio were game. The Quakers got on the board advantage midway through the sec- ing his second career goal in just six the team’s leading scorers during just 35 seconds into the second quar- ond quarter before H-SC responded. seconds. Less than a minute later, the fall 2015 season, with Bouldin ter, but H-SC responded with two Goals from Shaheen and sopho- Brown scored off a pass from Koferl As the spring semester draws to scoring 30 points, Regan scoring quick goals of their own to go up 5-1. more Connor Pool (Charlotte, NC) to double the Tigers’ advantage. a close, so do the careers of several 23, and Dargan scoring 10. Dargan Guilford regained the momen- tied the game with 1:35 left in the The Eagles got on the board at the outstanding student athletes here at also served as the forwards captain tum, and pulled the game into a 5-5 period. Junior Jared Arntzen (At- 6:17 mark, but H-SC went on to score Hampden-Sydney. Three who deserve for the team, and Reagan served as deadlock at halftime. The teams ex- lanta, GA) gave the Tigers the lead 6 of the next 7 goals to extend the to be recognized for their accomplish- President of the club. Their effort changed goals to make it 6-6 early with a spectacular individual ef- lead. The Tigers rolled through the re- ments are H-SC Rugby seniors Mike and leadership will surely be missed. in the third quarter before the Ti- fort, winning a face-off and weav- ing through the Hornet defense mainder of the game, leading 11-3 at gers got going. Just 36 seconds af- the half and 15-6 after three quarters. ter the tying goal from the Quakers, before firing into the top left corner for his first career goal. Each side The explosive win provided some sophomore Hunter Brown (Char- gaudy offensive statistics for H-SC. lottesville, VA) scored on an assist added another goal late in the half to give H-SC a 6-5 lead at the half. Brown had a career day, racking up four from senior Jake Koferl (Hunters- goals and two assists. Ian Levin scored ville, NC). Koferl provided another The Tigers came out flying in the third quarter. Goals from Brown, Sha- four goals of his own, while Shaheen goal before the quarter ended, scored contributed two goals and two assists. by sophomore Chandler Shaheen heen, and two from Koferl put H-SC in a commanding position with a 10-5 After knocking off Virginia Wes- (Richmond, VA) to put H-SC up 8-6. leyan 16-10 on Wednesday, the Ti- The Tigers tacked on two more to lead late in the period. However, a three-goal burst in the final minute gers take a conference-leading five- take a 10-6 lead midway through the game win streak into the ODAC fourth quarter. A Guilford goal with of the quarter closed the lead to just two heading into the fourth quarter. Tournament. The 3-seed Tigers will 1:45 remaining closed the deficit to play at home against either Guil- three, but a strike from sophomore Ian Goals from Shaheen at the 14:20 mark and Koferl at the 11:55 mark ford or Randolph-Macon on Tues- Levin (Chapel Hill, NC) at the 1:16 day May 3rd at Everett Stadium. James Dargan tackles a VMI player. Photo Credit: Irene Thornton mark sealed the victory for H-SC. pushed the score to 12-8 early in the Page 8 The Hampden-Sydney Tiger April 29, 2016 SPORTS Baseball Returns to ODAC Tournament Following Five-Game Win Streak The April 12th matchup against College Quakers for a doubleheader came alive in the 6th inning as the Ti- They will face Washington & Lee the Methodist Monarchs was can- on April 16th. Both games belonged to gers scored 5 runs enroute to their first once more on April 28 under the celled due to inclement weather. the Tigers as they took home 6-4 and ODAC weekend sweep of the season. lights at Lynchburg’s City Stadium The Tigers still pushed through 8-4 victories. In the first game, senior On April 19th the Tigers traveled at 6 PM. The ODAC tournament Spencer Connell ‘17 and on April 13th they faced pitcher Reggie Johnson (Dunnsville, to Ashland to take on the nation- is double-elimination, and Shenan- Sports Writer the Lynchburg College Hornets. VA) went five innings while giving ally ranked Randolph-Macon Yellow doah tops the seeding while Macon, It was a pitcher’s duel as the of- up one run and striking out three bat- Jackets. It turned out to be a tight Virginia Wesleyan and Bridgewa- With the end of the semester ap- fense was quiet for almost the entire ters. The Tiger offense was driven by game, but H-SC held on to defeat ter round out the tournament field. proaching, the weather continues to game. Freshman pitcher Eric O’Brien sophomore Moe Gothe (Chester, VA) Macon 7-6. Seniors John Lloyd (Glen We send our best wishes to the team improve and Hampden-Sydney Base- (Richmond, VA) had a solid 7-in- and senior Lee Carneal (Charlottes- Allen, VA) and Jack Elliot (Pittsburgh, as they embark on the postseason. ball continues its impressive season. ning performance, allowing only one ville, VA), who each had 2 RBIs. The VA) each homered to boost the Tiger Lastly, a well-deserved shout out In a miraculous turnaround form last earned run and striking out four Hor- second game against the Quakers was lead as the game wound down. Teddy goes to the seniors who have had season, the Tigers have pushed their nets. He got support from freshman identical to the first game, and H-SC West picked up the win, while sopho- impressive seasons with the team. way back into the ODAC Tourna- infielder Jacob Fontana (Midlothian, took care of business. Senior pitcher more Zach Perkins (Appomattox, VA) Josh Blair (Virginia Beach, VA), Lee ment thanks to a substantial im- VA), who drove in the tying run, forc- Teddy West (Lanexa, VA) endured picked up his sixth save of the season. Carneal, Jack Elliot, Dylan Gonza- provement towards the end to the ing the game into extra innings. Un- through eight innings while striking The Tigers finally returned home les (Richmond, VA), Matt Hinson, regular season. The final road trip of fortunately, Lynchburg rallied in the out 5 batters, and fellow senior Matt to Ty Cobb Ballpark for the regular Reggie Johnson, John Lloyd, and the season produced only one loss, 11th inning to claim the game 2-1. Hinson (Kinston, NC) pitched the season finale against the Washington Teddy West all contributed to this and the team finished the regular With Lynchburg in the rearview 9th inning, allowing one run on two & Lee Generals for a doubleheader turnaround season that has helped season with five consecutive wins. mirror, H-SC focused on the Guilford hits and one strikeout. The H-SC bats on April 23rd. H-SC pulled out the the Tigers reach the postseason once brooms once more as they swept the more. Looking ahead to next season, Generals 2-1 and 7-5. The first game the team will still have a strong group was relatively quiet as the Generals of rising players who will aim to keep posted the first run in the 3rd inning. the winning tradition alive in 2017. Hampden Sydney responded with a run in the 9th, forcing extra innings. Luckily, the Tigers did not stretch Golf Continued out the extras too long as Jacob Fon- tana recorded a sacrifice fly, driving strokes off of Guilford’s 2nd place in the winning run in the 11th. On pace. Washington and Lee won the the mound, Reggie Johnson pitched team completion with a 12 stroke 9 innings, allowing only one run off advantage over 2nd place Guilford. of eight hits while striking out seven In another strong year for the Generals. Johnson’s performance on Hampden-Sydney Golf Team, three the mound earned him ODAC Base- Tigers in particular earned All-ODAC ball Player of the Week honors. Matt recognition. Agnew walked away with Hinson came on in relief and was top honors for ODAC newcom- credited with the victory. The second ers, as he was recognized as ODAC game was more lively as both teams Rookie of the Year. Simmons turned had wild bats. H-SC tallied the first in another great year that earned him 3 runs in the 3rd inning, and they recognition as a 1st Team All-ODAC piled on 4 more in the 6th. W&L at- performer to follow up his 3rd Team tempted to answer with a couple of All-ODAC performance last year. offensive innings of their own, but Making his first appearance as an All- they were shut down as the Tigers ODAC performer, Fockler turned in a completed another conference sweep performance worthy of 3rd Team All- to wrap up the 2016 regular season. ODAC recognition. After another Thanks to the stellar five-game strong year for the Hampden-Sydney winning streak at the end of the sea- Golf Team, it can be expected that an- son, H-SC managed to get into the other great year is in the works when ODAC tournament as the 4th seed. the student body returns in the fall. Sophomore Moe Gothe at the plate against Washington and Lee on Saturday. Photo Credit: H-SC Photography Club