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G David Seaman But what about the people them- The play tells the true stories of six Vietnam into the lives of six. Some teachers are armed with guns A&E Editor selves? Amidst the numbers and women commissioned to Vietnam “It can be anyone’s story, really,” said to stop potential shootings Page statistics, there were real individu- during the con ict. Coming in naive senior Claire Hadley, assistant direc- T P When we think about the Vietnam als— people who experienced pain to the horrors of war, they struggle to tor to the Tracy Manning-directed - run puts the Trojans on top of Bethel War, we think of the soldiers. We think and felt the pain of others. About make sense of their experiences and production. “This story can validate in a huge Crossroads League win Page of the battles, the lives lost, the hot , American women served in return to a nation that shuns and mis- the thousands who served in the w a r.” jungle terrain. The consensus today is Vietnam. Six of them are the focus of represents those who served in south- Episodic stories make up the plot of that Vietnam was an unwinnable war, “A Piece of My Heart,” the moving play east Asia. The production, based “A Piece of My Heart” rather than the one that brought turmoil to the States by Shirley Lauro and the latest pro- o a book of the same name, condens- typical overarching narrative. and unnecessary bloodshed overseas. duction of Taylor University Theatre. es the stories of women serving in The hearbeat continues on page
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° The council focuses on promoting Dingman Baker, owner of Je erson ° economic development in the coun- Street , started by renting a small ty’s communities, according to event retail space in downtown Converse organizer Thayr Richey. in Miami County to sell her hand- Saturday “This is to give Grant County’s local made soaps. Sensing opportunity, she leaders in these smaller communities bought the building and completely ° an idea of some things that are being renovated it to create her successful ° done out there,” Richey said. restaurant. For the rst part of the evening, “We tried to almost not use any guests enjoyed dinner, which led into Grant County representatives be- Sunday into the panel discussion. Panelists cause we wanted to bring other voic- like Tesler shared their stories and an- es in and show that this is statewide,” ° swered audience questions. Bailey said. ° When choosing speakers, the Other panelists included Dunkirk Growth Council looked for stories of Mayor Dan Watson and a busi- small towns that were being success- ness owner in the town of Kirklin, FOLLOW US ful in whatever that meant to them, Chip Mann. whether it was bringing in the arts Pamela Schlechty, founder and @TheEcho_Taylor or redeveloping their downtown, ac- of Creative CommUnity in Mari- @TheEcho_Sports cording to Bailey. Even small steps on, Ind., came to the event to try and Photograph by Mindy Wildman like creating bike trails qualify as a gain some insights to help her grow- Small-town community leaders meet in Alspaugh to success and can encourage similar ing company. discuss future business opportunities. ventures in other communities. “We’re doing it without much mon- Facebook.com/ Community leaders, members from all over Indiana, gath- Panelists also represented towns ey at all, so to hear some of the things TaylorUniversityEcho members gather to inspire ered yesterday in Alspaugh West in the with varying populations, from about that they did—buying buildings for and encourage investment to share and listen to stories like people all the way to over , , —it’s inspiring,” Schlechty said. Tesler’s about how even in the small- in hopes of showing guests that suc- When Tesler came to Kewanna, she Erika Norton est of towns, investment is happening. cess can happen anywhere, regardless didn’t have a grand plan or scheme, Co-Editor in Chief The Grant County Economic Growth of the population. but after buying a house to use as a @TaylorU_Echo Council () hosted “Small Town “All you need are the right peo- summer studio, she purchased an When nationally known artist Diane Success Stories” in hopes that these ple onboard to get that idea o the additional , square foot histor- Tesler went on a short painting trip stories and discussions inspire and ground,” Bailey said. ic building. She now uses that build- in Indiana in the summer of , she spark further revitalization e orts in Panelist Steve Rei discussed his ing, after years of renovations, to discovered not only a new business Grant County’s communities. experience overseeing the econom- host workshops and an annual art TheEchoNews.com endeavor, but also her future home— “Anything that I can do through ic development of Converse as the fair, which attracted other artists to Kewanna, population . the Growth Council to just give them town’s economic development di- move to the community, along with Tesler fell in love with both the In- some hope and excitement that they rector. Despite Converse’s population some art students. diana landscape and with the town’s do o er something is really important of , , the town’s tax increment - According to Tesler, she just follows abandoned buildings, many of which to me,” said Charity Bailey, director nancing () funds accumulated her heart and wants to help Kewanna. SUBSCRIBE TO were on a path to destruction. She be- of administration at the . “I’m , . “I love my town,” Tesler said. “It’s THE ECHO! gan to rescue and reclaim these build- proud that the Growth Council goes The Growth Council also wanted an adopted town. I just feel really at ings, putting them to artistic use. out of its way to listen to our lead- to bring in fresh perspectives from home there and anything I can do P Tesler, along with local elected o - ers and the people who participate not only Grant Country, but through- to help get the word out, then that’s cials, business leaders and community in what we do, then go and give b a ck .” out Indiana. For example, Lindsay what I’d like to d o .” ./- VIDEO 44 oz. CONTENTS GROCERIES • MEATS • PRODUCE • RENTALS Fountain Helium Balloons! Pop Greeting Cards! News ...... Pgs – Housewares! ¢ World & National ...... Pg Gift Cards! 79 Life & Times ...... Pgs – Dollar Deals! Coffee! Cappuccino! Slushies! A&E ...... Pg Postage Stamps! 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already really strong and we just want to expand that to the whole campus. Meet the candidates Russell: The last thing we have re- SBP/SBVP tickets present sulted from talk about the campus their platforms before Hoeft: We have three words that not being wheelchair-friendly. Liv- preliminary election kind of sum up our main point: expe- ing in Olson, on the second floor we rience, advocate and hospitality. Ex- have a handicap shower but how are perience, just to sum it up: our ticket they supposed to get up the stairs to Julia Oller is the only one that has three years of get in the handicap shower? What we News Co-Editor experience working with TSO. For ad- want to do is help make the campus vocate, this is us just being that direct more accessible to those who are in- Kasey Leander (SBP) and Camila line to those who can change things. jured or have that condition through Chiang ramps or maybe even elevators if we What things would you like can find a way to fund those. What’s your ticket’s mis- to change? sion statement? Hoeft: We have some ideas that are Darius Farmer (SBP) and Kaitlin Leander: Being fully engaged with brewing right now. In the category of Kinnius Photograph provied by Sarah Coss our student experience in the pres- meals, we’re going to go to a point sys- Junior Kasey Leander (left) and Junior Camila Chiang (right) ent moment, because it could be re- tem or deductible. We’re going to fight What’s your mission statement? ally easy with all the expansion that’s for healthier meal options. Farmer: Usually people have a cou- happening next year to lose sight of Lancaster: Weekday open house ple words to describe themselves, what makes the Taylor experience so hours . . . and ours are awareness and perfor- amazing. “Here and now,” we think, Hoeft: It’s mostly for academic pur- mance. We think it’s really important kind of encapsulates that in a big way. poses. Just a shorter time from 7–10. to become aware of student concerns, It’s easier to be at your desk working but sometimes student leaders get Do you have any specific ways you with group partners instead of on an caught up with the concerns of the plan to live this out? Olson lobby couch with all the cou- students and they don’t think about Leander: The first way, in terms of ples near you. being more aware of the administra- the Student Body President and Vice Lancaster: Just a small thought we tion. The administration is going to President’s role, is to help cast the vi- were thinking—even just simple things be here long after we’re gone, so if you sion that even though there’s change in the dorms that could be updated or want real change you need to make going on this year, we can use that renovated. If there’s something we can sure you’re aware of what they think, and maybe even make campus bet- do within the budget, we want to make where they stand and what they can ter this year just because we’re having it so people can actually bake and cook actually do. Photograph provied by Rachel Yoder to rely on each other and roll with the without feeling like they’re going to Junior Erin Hoeft (left) and Sophomore Steve Lancaster (right) punches. burn the building down. What are some of your ideas for Chiang: With the new student cen- Hoeft: So all of these things we want next year? ter, I think we’re going to have to be to change really just cater to building Farmer: We spent a lot of our time creative with how we’re going to have this community and also leads us to actually learning the concerns of peo- the events. That’s a challenge that our third point of hospitality. We want ple, because not only does it make we’re going to take on. to . . . make lives easier for the stu- people feel like they’re being heard, Leander: We want to push hard to dents and to cater to their needs, even but they’re actually going to come make sure that something like the if it’s just replacing the microwaves so up with good ideas. A lot of people (old) ETC is available for students they can make Easy-Mac easier. talk about how they love the unity on next year. A lot of people have told their floor, but they say that because us how much they miss being able Bethany Russell (SBP) and Mikal of how tight-knit they are on their to get decorations, stickers, buttons, Lake floor, it’s hard to connect with peo- et cetera. ple from other halls. Even for Broho, What’s your vision for this role? it’s hard for us to even connect with What would you bring to this role? Russell: Our vision is that we want Sammy II, and then if it’s hard for us
Leander: We think that as a ticket we to foster the ideals and policy of the to connect with Sammy II, it’s going to Photograph provied by Jacob Graves help bring a wide perspective to cam- previous presidency alongside a strat- be a lot order for us to connect with Freshman Bethany Russell (left) and Freshman Mikal Lake (right) pus. We’re absolutely stoked. We feel egy of creative aptitude and open Wengatz. (We’re) trying to find a way like we could do a good job of bringing engagement. Although we haven’t to change that. different sides of campus together. It been on campus as long as others, Farmer: Obviously we have the does sound really ideological, but kind we want to preserve the Taylor tra- new Student Center coming up of unifying around that best part about dition and the spirit of the campus (and) a lot of people really want to Taylor, which is the relationships. We’d but we also want to be heading to- be able to swipe in their friends. As really try to cast that vision well so that ward a future with creative outlook of now they want to create this thing when the cabinet leaders are getting and fresh perspective. called declining balance, where you together to plan events that’s at the get $200 and every semester you forefront of their minds, like “What What ideas would you like to pur- can spend that however you want. makes Taylor awesome. sue next year? I heard someone mention that they Chiang: This place has done so Russell: We have a variety of ideas want to do a point system like IWU much for us and we’ve seen so much we’re thinking about implementing. does with their swipes, and I think growth, not just in ourselves but One of them is pursuing healthier that’s something we should definite- in the people that we know, that it alternatives (in the DC). Along with ly look into. would just be an honor to represent that, one of our ideas is to set up a Farmer: I’ve heard a lot of people Photograph provied by Abram Stamper Taylor and represent Taylor well. bike recycling system for students on say that they want more trees around Junior Kaitlin Kinnius (left) and Junior Darius Farmer (right) campus who can’t bring a bike and campus, especially for hammocking. Erin Hoeft (SBP) and Steve have classes in places such as Randall. when he came to Taylor, so when I Taylor’s in a really transitional time Lancaster In addition, we want to provide the Why are you running for president? thought of college, I thought of Tay- right now, so I just think it’s an awe- option for the dorms to get together Farmer: I have a brother that’s 10 lor. When I applied to colleges, I some opportunity to be a part of the What’s your mission statement? floor by floor. Taylor’s community is years older than me, and I was eight only applied to Taylor. I think that legacy of Taylor.
students the opportunity to imple- “It’s been formative to who I am,” ment those two topics into their Leman said. “It has sparked passion Words become actions conversations and actions at Tay- inside me to how I view others and lor and beyond.” made me realize my passion for the Christena Cleveland as a guide for promotes action through words of NSLC begins on the evening of Feb. homeless. I think if students attend National Student Leadership words and reconciliation. reconciliation. As an award-winning 26 with a dessert reception and the this conference with an open mind, seeks to inspire students Bob Goff, author of “Love Does,” researcher and author of “Disunity in first keynote address from Goff. powerful change will happen.” is all about action. In his book, he Christ: Uncovering the Hidden Forces The hope for the conference Students interested in attending to turn words to actions tells several stories of the whimsi- that Keep Us Apart,” she has a repu- this year is for students to engage only the reception are invited for a cal power of love and how love is tation as a gifted teacher and facili- in deep conversations and grow reduced rate of $10. The conference Ally Horine not only words. Through a series tator of unity. as leaders through actions and continues all day Friday, concluding News Co-Editor of actions, he became the found- “We would love for students to words. While leadership develop- with a Saturday morning keynote ses- er of Restore International, a non- have a greater understanding of ment does not happen all in one sion with Cleveland. Change emerges from a combi- profit human rights organization how they can sharpen their lead- weekend, this is one of many ways nation of powerful words and operating in Uganda, India and ership skills for both now and the Taylor seeks to develop students as For questions about the NSLC, con- actions. The National Student Somalia. future,” junior and NSLC cabinet servant leaders, using actions and tact Cathy Weatherspoon at ctweath- Leadership Conference (NSLC) In addition to Goff, Christena member Abby Dyer said. “Wheth- words to bring truth. [email protected] chose its two keynote speakers to Cleveland is an author and speaker er students are serving at Tay- Senior and NSLC President John represent both sentiments: Bob with a passion for overcoming cul- lor next year or heading into the Leman has attended the conference For more information, visit www.tay- Goff as a role model for action and tural divisions. Like Goff, Cleveland real world, this conference gives since his freshman year. lor.edu/events/nslc/. Sunday’s executions signal that ISIL, once con ned to its Middle-Eastern heartland of Iraq and Syria, has migrated to Libya
ISIL seeking to open new war front in Libya ThWeEchoNews.comORLD & NATIONAL February , FRIDAY of the United States has ever had to drought brought signi cant di culty deal with,” Cook said, according to for Texan farmers. Vice News. Livestock suffered from wilted The Houston Chronicle reported pastures and crops withered eas- that the warming e ect caused by in- ily. Even fishers experienced sig- creased carbon dioxide levels in the nificant loss as fish struggled to atmosphere increases evaporation, survive shallow rivers and lack of which in turn dries out soil at an ac- nutrients. Scientists claim that un- celerated rate. Evidence for this claim less something is done about the lies in the fact that was the hot- current levels of greenhouse gas test year ever recorded. emissions, Western harvesters of This prompted scientists to pre- the late st century will suffer con- dict a mega-drought with the inten- sequences for an exponentially lon- sity of the Dust Bowl and the length ger period of time. that turned western grasslands into “In both the Southwest and Cen- deserts during the th and th tral Plains, we’re talking about levels centuries. of risk of percent of a -year-long drought by the end of the century, if “In both the Southwest and climate change goes unmitigated,” Central Plains, we’re talking Cornell University researcher Toby about levels of risk of percent Ault told the . of a -year-long drought by the If actions are taken against the ef- fects of greenhouse gases on global end of the century, if climate Photograph provided by Associated Press temperatures, researchers at Cornell Scientists mark as hottest year ever recorded. change goes unmitigated.” believe the U.S. can lower the levels of mega-drought risk. Climate scientists predict latter part of the st century. Goddard Institute for Space “The record shows that in any Despite the gloomy conditions crippling -year drought Using weather patterns of the past Studies, found that manmade car- one year (of medieval droughts) it looming ahead, scientists are hope- to predict future conditions, scien- bon emissions are largely to blame wasn’t any drier than what hap- ful for America’s ability to survive. Lexie V. Owen tists utilized ’s supercomputer for such disturbing results. pened in droughts during the ’ s According to Ault, the very trees that Sta Writer at Goddard Space Flight Center in His team used digital climate or ’ s, but what was going on was provided warning are also providing Maryland to delve into the history of models produced by several inde- that they persisted for much much encouragement. And the forecast for the next centu- the American West’s climate, report- pendent laboratories to con rm these longer, up to years,” Columbia “It means the events weren’t so bad ry? A possible -year super-drought. ed Baltimore. predictions. Each model includes University climate scientist Rich- as to kill o all the trees,” Ault said. “I According to Vice News, research- But according to the Houston variables such as precipitation, tem- ard Seager said. am optimistic that we can cope with ers from , Columbia University Chronicle, the rings of thousand-year- perature, manmade emissions and If these predictions are true, Amer- the threat of mega-drought in the fu- and Cornell University found signif- old trees and tree stumps in Western circulation patterns in the oceans ican farmers in the West will soon ture because it doesn’t mean no wa- icant evidence pointing to a severe states provide the most evidence of and atmosphere. experience the consequences of the ter—it just means signi cantly less drought in Southwestern states that ancient dry periods. “These droughts really represent drought by struggling in ways they water than we’re used to the having could last years or longer in the Benjamin Cook, a researcher with events that nobody in the history never have before. In , an intense from the th century.” seeking to open new war front in Libya ISIL con ict spills into to , troops to lead a military mis- killing nine. Later in the same month, Libya with execution of sion in Libya to help oust . But she gunmen attacked the Al-Mabrook Egyptian Christians made clear that Italy will not conduct oilfield, capturing and beheading combat operations alone. workers there. Patrick Neer Italian Premier Matteo Renzi ex- Libya is a country divided. Since Photograph provided by Wikimedia Commons user TomStar Contributor plained that any -sponsored ef- Muammar Gadda ’s deposition and House Republicans favor broad military force against ISIL. forts must involve all players, local execution in , two rival Libyan Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Si- tribes, African Union countries, and governments are now staking their Congress discusses indicate the president is considering si is calling for United Nations inter- Arab and countries. claim to Libyan rule. Following the Obama’s proposal to defeating through more peace- vention in Libya against the Islamic Libyan elections in the country’s expand ISIL war ful means. State in Iraq and the Levant () af- “We cannot allow them to cut old capital city of Tripoli, an armed “We cannot win by killing ter the public execution of Egyptian group known as Libya Dawn estab- Tom Gbean members. We have to get them out o the heads of our sons. The Coptic Christians in Libya by the mil- lished a government headed by Omar Contributor of poverty and give them jobs to itant Islamist group on Sunday. statement in Libya is more al-Hassi. beat them,” said State Department Sisi’s call for international interven- a statement of de ance. By With the parliament and a myriad President Obama sparked a debate spokeswoman Marie Harf, reported tion comes after a series of Egyptian killing Christian civilians, of religious groups on their side, Libya on Capitol Hill last week when he pre- RedState. airstrikes against Derna, a northeast- Dawn and Hassi expelled their politi- sented a request to authorize the use [ISIL] were delivering a message ern Libyan city known both for its rich cal opponents from Tripoli in August, of military force ( ) against . “We cannot win by killing oil elds and its associations with that they’re expanding.” according to report by Reuters. According to RedState, a conser- ISIS members. We have to get , Al-Jazeera reported. Killed in the This opposition consists mostly of vative American political blog, a them out of poverty and give strikes were -linked militants. Sunday’s executions signal that former Gadda aides, secularists and poll reported over percent Also among the deceased were sev- —once confined to its Mid- federalists. That mixed group forms of Americans would like Congress to them jobs to beat them.” en civilians, three of those children. dle-Eastern heartland of Iraq and the other government, which is based give Obama the necessary authori- While response to the raids has Syria—is gaining a new presence in out of Tabruk to the east and is rec- zation to expand U.S. military opera- This clause would restrict the role been overwhelmingly positive in Libya. ognized by the international commu- tions against . Although Congress, of ground troops and rely on allies in Egypt, Omar al-Hassi, the head of Al-Jazeera analyst Mattia Toaldo nity as Libya’s legitimate government. the president and the American peo- the Middle East who already failed to Libya’s opposition government based explained ’s sudden rise in Liby- But both governments have been ac- ple would like to see a defeated , contain the threat. in Tripoli, denounced the Egyp- an cities as a direct consequence of cused of human rights violations current debate in Washington is cen- Finally, the calls for the tian attack. ties between members of the leader- and neither have the broad support tered around how far the would repeal of the that allowed “The horrible assault and this ter- ship of and the numerous Libyans necessary to establish a true nation- allow the president to go in ght- the U.S. to invade Iraq. The president rorism that’s been conducted by the who fought in Syria over the last year al government. ing . also led a letter that revealed fu- Egyptian military represents a viola- but recently returned back to Libya. Hassan Hassan, co-author of a book While Democrats are calling ture plans to repeal the , tion of sovereignty in Libya and is a Further, the current vacuum in about , explains that with this vac- Obama’s proposal too broad, Repub- which approved operations to en- clear breach of international law and state authority and the presence of oil uum of power, ’s recent executions licans are apprehensive that the new gage groups responsible for the / the U.N. charter,” Hassi said. elds—a favorite source of income for in the country may only be the begin- is too restrictive of the presi- attack. Italy, Libya’s former colonial pow- —is another factor compounding ning of a larger o ensive. dent’s war-waging powers. If the president succeeds in per- er, is leading the European e ort for the problem. “The statement in Libya is more According to the American Enter- suading Congress to repeal the old military intervention, according to a Over the last two months, op- a statement of defiance,” Hassan prise Institute, the president’s pro- AUMFs, then future military actions report by the Associated Press. Italian erations in Libya have escalated. Re- said. “By killing Christian civilians, posal will only make defeating will be restricted solely to and its Defense Minister Roberta Pinotti said uters reported in January that [] were delivering a message that harder, and will hamstring Obama’s associates. This may prevent the pres- Rome would be willing to commit up militants assaulted a hotel in Tripoli, they’re expanding.” successor in o c e . ident from engaging other organiza- One worry for Republicans: this tions indirectly connected with the has a lifespan of only three militant group. years. After that, Congress will have reported that Democrats are to pass another proposal to worried that new presidents can sim- continue the war. ply rely on the authority of the Placing a three-year limit on com- when the is expired. bat e orts also leaves open the pos- Representative Adam Schi notes sibility of waiting the U.S. out. that the allows the presi- may employ destructive delay- dent to go after whomever he deems ing tactics that include reverting to a threat to the U.S. including associ- small-scale terror attacks, such as car ates of with few geographical and bombings or restaurant bombings— methodological constraints. methods similar to a war of attrition. For the time being, it is unclear These tactics favor , an organiza- which direction the will tion that does not have a speci ed take. Senate Armed Services Chair- geographic location. This could de- man John McCain stated on ’s ter a future war-weary Congress from “Meet the Press” that he thinks Con- passing another . gress should not restrain the presi- The second point of debate is a dent of the United States. clause in the authorization which “I think it would be a very seri- calls for Congress to prohibit the use ous situation where we are now of force in enduring o ensive ground commanders in chief. Look, the Photograph provided by Wikimedia Commons user MrPenguin combat operations. The vague state- president of the United States is the Egypt is calling for international action in response to ISIL’s presence in Libya. ments coming out of the White House only commander.” 4 LTheEchoNews.comIFE & TIMES Philios in the Phillipines A culture of love changed that I loved him so much. He knew the perspective of Taylor’s that I loved him too. Kids anywhere elementary education team can teach you that. They just adore you . . . . That’s why it’s so much eas- Erin Fuhr & Lindsay ier for me to deal with them, even Robinson if they’re being picky. I just know in Life & Times Co-Editors their heart they just love so deeply.” Walsh later learned that the little They gave all they had and more: an boy who kept climbing out the win- eager hand to hold, a smile, a goofy dow finally learned how to spell his
selfie face. All they asked for in re- name. Photograph provided by Rachel Reisler turn was a human jungle gym and Another crucial part of the team’s All 22 elementary education students and the education professors Cindy and Stan Tyner have been impacted by the Filipino people. their student teacher’s undivided at- experience was providing food for the tention. Taylor’s elementary educa- children and their families outside of tion students gladly provided both. the classroom. A group of 22 elementary educa- “We would go into neighbor- tion majors journeyed to the Phil- hoods, and we had this big bin of ippines over J-term to receive class porridge-looking stuff,” Rachel said. credit while volunteering at the Cu- “And you’d yell ‘Feedings! Feedings!’ atro Christian School in the Cuatro and kids, adults come running out village of Rizal. However, the experi- with bowls, cups anything they have ence was worth so much more than and you pour it in th e re .” credit hours. It was hard for the students know- The group divided into teams, and ing that these kids went back to each team worked with different difficult home lives. Interacting grade levels. Students partnered with with the kids in the classroom was Filipino teachers, teaching lessons much different than seeing what it and coming up with lesson plans. was like when they went back to Sophomore Rachel Reisler helped their houses. teach third grade. She described how “I see them in their cute little the kids would surround her with uniforms in school and they look hugs. They constantly wanted to be put together. But when they’re in around her, hanging on her arms and their home environment . . . their waist. homes are all shacks. I’m glad they One girl would poke Reisler’s arm don’t know where I live. I lost a lit- and laugh at how her skin would stay tle bit of respect for myself, just white where her fingers had pressed. seeing like these kids are so joyful “They would be . . . wanting to jump and so grateful for what they have,” and climb all over you,” sophomore said Walsh. Photograph provided by Rachel Reisler Caroline Walsh said. Those students who’d never been The Filipino students loved taking selfies. Walsh taught kindergarten, and on an overseas mission trip before interacting with the younger kids were extra grateful for the leadership proved to be difficult at times. of Cindy and Stan Tyner, the educa- “The mornings were really the chal- tion professors who have led the trip lenging parts of my day,” Walsh said. for the past three years. “(For) a lot of kids, I had no idea what “Dr. Tyner—we call her Momma T their home life was like, but there because she is a mother to us,” Reis- were some really violent ones . . . I ler said. “She takes care of us. A lot of could just tell their environment at us got sick, and she was a mom. She home was much different than what was superwoman honestly; she did I’m used to. Because these kids just everything for u s .” see violence as normal.” The Tyners’ experience with the During her time working with the country and its people helped them kindergarteners, Walsh grew partic- provide the wisdom and leadership ularly attached to a special needs the students needed in order to have student. an impact on the kids they were “He just couldn’t communicate,” serving. The Tyners demonstrated Walsh said. “He loved attention, love to the Filipino people from the but I think he didn’t even fully un- start, setting an incredible example derstand what was appropriate and for the education students under what was inappropriate. There were their leadership. Photograph provided by Rachel Reisler days where I would have to stop him “They’re very knowledgeable and Rachel Reisler won the hearts of her Filipino students. several times from climbing out the they have such a heart for the Filipi- window.” nos. They’ve gone three times with a enough time to alter a worldview, joy and contentment the Filipino peo- the U.S., they not only carried with Learning to love a student who had trip and they’ve been back since,” said but for many students it was. In that ple reflected in the ways that they them three more class credits, but been ignored by the teacher and the Reisler. “You can just see it in their month, the group of students wit- lived their simple lives. also a newly-gained perspective rest of the class due to his disability actions toward these people. I mean, nessed and understood something “They had nothing, but they were on what it means to be truly joyful helped Walsh grow even more. they love th e m .” that some of us may never learn first- the happiest people,” Cindy reflected. and generous. “It’s like I had this new perspective, Three weeks might not seem like hand. Cindy Tyner recalled the sheer When the students returned to
being awesome at something will around the sun but around Mr. turn heads. Incredi-licious. How to get a guy’s attention: Think about it. When you like a Just as girls like to brag on guy, do you talk about his mediocre their boys, boys like to show off achievements? His so-so looks? His their girls. Never be yourself and other tips scar story that comes this close to be- Own your achievements. (Insert ing a bedtime story? Mom’s voice: “But remember, pride Never be yourself my lunch into my lap. Or else I’m go- (played by Julia Roberts) wouldn’t No, no and no. You must be a rad comes before the fa l l .” ) and other tips ing to need to invest in a bib. know herself if her reflection slapped scientist because you’ve discov- Chin up and grab yourself Without further ado, here are some her. She’s been to the chapel and left ered the universe does not revolve some nachos. Nichole Parks pointers for you. a string of grooms at the altar. When- Copy Editor 1. Whatever you do, do not, under ever she started dating a poor sap, any circumstances, be yourself. Maggie always conformed to his likes I think guys are attracted to how I It never turns out okay. and dislikes. Specifically, whatev- eat nachos. What can I say? Mexican You deserve better than who you er kind of eggs he was having, she brings out the messy in me. And ev- are now. Instead, be the you you was having. ery time a chip breaks, the toppings want to be in five years. Now is the Dear person reading, the DC may spill into my lap or I miss my mouth, time to reinvent yourself. Change. limit our egg options, but it can’t take I glance around the DC to make sure Have goals and actually get to away our freedom to choose. It’s hard nobody noticed. achieving them. Get to know God. to make up your mind––I know, but Thing #1 saw. Thing #2 saw. Heaven Push yourself. Take up a new hobby. having a mind of your own is rather only knows why, but they liked what Hone a skill. Lead a small group. Find important to avoid becoming a dis- they saw. a mentor. Mentor an underclassman. oriented human being. They always grin while I pat the Give it your all. Overcome a fear. Go Figure out who you are and what queso off my lips like a lady. Then I re- open-housing. Flourish. Practice vul- you’re about. turn to polite conversation as if noth- nerability. Don’t hold back. Do some- 3. Kick the other girls’ butts. ing ever happened with maybe a few thing for you. (Because violence is always the an- look/look aways between dialoguing. Honestly. The best way to attract a swer. There was only this one time I Can I help it if Thing #1 and Thing #2 boy is to live it up as a single. saw Chuck Norris get rejected and are cuter than Dr. Seuss made them Guys like girls who have a life plan that that was never.) out to be? doesn’t hinge on having a guy. Word. Be the best. People are drawn to But there has to be another way to 2. Know how you like your eggs. people who know what they’re do- get a guy’s attention than by dropping In “Runaway Bride,” Maggie ing. Talents are impressive. Ergo, Photograph by unsplash.com Don’t be yourself; be better.
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February , FRIDAY presents: Jam Fest Celebrate Black History musicians and artists. Jazz Rolle, event can expect a fun and entertain- Month with great music founder and president of Higher Lev- ing evening, according to Case. el Management, graduated from Tay- “I think there’s this idea on campus Gracie Fairfax lor in . that because it’s hosted by the Sta Writer Also featured are Damon Golden that white students can’t come,” said and CK. Golden is a Christian rap- cabinet member and senior Ol- Black History Month is in full swing, per and hip-hop artist, while CK is ivia Jessup. “That isn’t true at all. We and the Black Student Union ( ) is a and singer. In addition to out- actually have two white girls on cabi- preparing to celebrate in style with its side talent, the Jam Fest will show- net, myself included. We want to join annual Jam Fest—an evening of music case students. people together and help tear down and fellowship. racial barriers here on campus.” “Since it is Black History Month, we This year’s show is going to be more thought it would be fun to hear mu- This year’s show is going to be relaxed and interactive than shows of sic that is generated from the black more relaxed and interactive previous years. experience,” said Felicia Case, inter- than shows of previous years. “Black Student Union events im director of intercultural programs. are not just for black people. It’s The free concert will take place in about growing our community the Union at p.m tonight. Perfor- hopes this event will draw in together as one people,” Jackson mances include two talent acts from students from across campus to see said. “We’re all one in Christ, and Higher Level Management, a Chris- the talent the black community has we can have a lot of fun together in tian management group of speakers, to o er. Students who come to the one community.”
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She told me to lay down in the fe- earlier/on time? Work out once a clothes on. Want to start journal- tal position, and another nurse came day? Write out your prayers? Mi- ing every day? Set a micro-habit to The Weekly Nugget in. I heard them whispering and it cro-habits can help immensely. at least write the date at the top of sounded something like this. I was first introduced to mi- your journal paper once a day. You “Chew on this…” the circle has to mimic that action. “He says he is si c k .” cro-habits via my favorite website, get the idea. Smaller habits will help When my turn came to be in the “But did you see his ripped pants?” Art of Manliness, in an article written you achieve bigger ones. Will Severns middle, I decided to try my hand at “Oh I know. There is no way he by guest contributor Maneesh Sethi. Set accountability for your mi- Columnist the splits. This was a terrible idea for is si c k .” Micro-habits are simple. If you cro-habits. Have your roommate a third grader who resembled the Mi- “Poor g uy.” have a habit or spiritual discipline ask you every night if you complet- Right here, right now: the most em- chelin Man. I was crushed. But you know who you are trying to establish in your ed your micro-habit. If you did not, barrassing moment of my life. Pant Rip City. doesn’t care if you are sick or not? daily routine, try working on small- you owe him or her a dollar. It was in third grade, and the day I whipped o my jacket and turned Suzanne Severns. I called mom, and er habits that build towards your ul- If you find micro-habits to be came when we were going to pres- it into a diaper to cover my rip. I tried she picked me up right away. Cri- timate goal. life changing, you should strong- ent our Bill Nye science projects in to tell my friends this is now the sis averted. For example: If you want to work ly consider naming your rst child front of the class. I was out at recess cool way to wear a jacket, but Cole What does this story have to do out once a day, set a micro-habit of Maneesh. with my friends before our presen- Green eld called me out on it. They with this week’s Nugget? Absolutely putting on your workout clothes tations. We played some ridiculous all laughed, and I knew I could not nothing, but now you know my most once a day. After you put them on, Will Severns is a senior taking a week game where everyone gets in a circle, stand in front of the class that day. embarrassing moment. you can take them o if you want, o from the Nugget to mentally prepare one person in the middle performs I swiftly made my way to the nurse’s Your Weekly Nugget: Micro-habits. but you might go ahead and work for A-League intramural basketball. Fi- some sort of action and the rest of o ce, claiming an upset stomach. Do you want to start waking up out since you already have your nally playing with the big boys! TaylorU’s Humans of Upland “What’s wrong with three ve–hour naps? I don’t see a problem with that.” –Teagan Stubbeaker TOPTWEETS
Danielle Marie @danimariesolis “hey if you overdose and die, I’ll get free tuition. oh and I’ll be sad” -says my roommate as I take Photograph by Malaina Yoder Tylenol #tayloru
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Audrey Estelle @aud_estelle Nothing in my life could have prepared me for the true bliss I feel after dinner tonight #TaylorU
Alyssa Henrikson @AHoriginal13 my expos prof made our whole class mac n cheese today, don’t ask me why #notcomplaining #tayloru
Michael Snyder @michaelsnyder95 Class today consisted of watching Let it Go in 25 languages, great day to have perspectives sit in on class #recruitingwhitegirls #tayloru
Abbi Campbell @AbbiCampbell22 To any prospectives who may be lost here at #tayloru just walk in a straight line and you’ll eventually @etanquist: Galentines Galentines TaylorU IHOP dressy @dangerneel: Memphis team. Please join us in prayer as fi nd every building on campus... we build team unity and get ready to serve. sos tayloru The novel, “Pseudonym,” follows the journey of this young woman as she creates a new identity and begins to live under her pen name, Dove Alexander.
A couple steps ahead TheEchoNews.com &E Feburary , FRIDAY A inaccurate numbers of soldiers lost involving Maryjo and Whitney, both overseas. shown on stage at same time, reveals “It’s not a baseball score,” cries Steele. their di ering reactions to the war. “These are real people.” Maryjo tearfully reveals a horrifying But it seems the U.S. enemy casualties situation, while Whitney turns to a were more important than dead U.S. sol- solution that will cause more trou- diers. It’s a di erent world at home, and ble than comfort down the road. The as the women struggle with the e ects lines are snappy, heartfelt and brutal- of war, they come to terms with what ly realistic. they saw and did in Vietnam. Themes include everything from the The production is stellar as usual. A horror of war to Agent Orange expo- wooden American ag platform lls sure to the reactions of the local Viet- the unique set, with green sandbags namese caught in the battles. One and army nets lling in the corners and main theme that stood out, however, background. Fog gives the stage an ee- was sexism. The men treat most of the rie feel, especially for night scenes, and women like objects, but the six realize multicolored lights ash to give battle this is a form of comfort to the soldiers. scenes energy. How can a woman feel both strong and The performances themselves are feminine during a terrible situation? all exceptional, with some characters Is there a di erence? It’s something written with more dimensions than not typically examined in any sort of others. Sissy struggles with remind- war media. ers of death, Whitney’s personality Along with the great production, the Cast members from “A Piece of My Heart” strive to portray an authentic war experience. Photograph by Shannon Smagala changes drastically from lost love and show is unique in its ties to Taylor. Sev- Leeann goes back and forth with her eral professors and board members are anti-war convictions and ability to Vietnam vets, and many faculty mem- view soldiers as human beings. Mary- bers and students had relatives and jo wrestles with masking an assault she friends who served. experienced during the war as Martha “Our cast has taken advantage of deals with the rami cations of what that and have been blessed to meet she signed up for. with them for interviews,” said Schul- Steele oversees all of the ladies’ te. This no doubt helped with the con- changes and confronts the sad re- vincing portrayals the cast present in fusal of Americans back home to see the play. A memorial wall shown at the soldiers as anything more than ba- end of the show displays the names of by-killers. The male characters are veterans close to Taylor people who never really fleshed out, but that’s served and died, giving “A Piece of My because each one is playing close to Heart” an even more moving and per- characters by the end of the play. sonal connection to its audience. Each one does an admirable job with “Women never made a war like the short time he has. that,” one character says. All the vio-
Photograph by Shannon Smagala The changing sounds of a generation lence, misinformation, heartbreak— The set of “A Piece of My Heart” is colorful, yet somber. are in full force with s music pro- the play makes a convincing case for vided by Maryjo and the sound team. womanly understanding and compas- The heartbeat continued from page From the early hard rock of “Led Zep- sion in the face of terror. Maybe what The six women act out their main roles Jessica Schulte the sophisticated Red war and parties, love and heartbreak, pelin” to psychedelic hippie grooves, Vietnam needed in the end, instead of for most of the play, but they branch Cross nurse Whitney. life and death. “I took a vow to help the play pulses with the sounds of the the vitriolic shouting from both sides, out to perform others when required. Rounding out the women are sopho- mankind,” says one of the characters. times. Maryjo provides a human outlet was a woman’s touch. There are four regular nurses, a more Bianca Woodstock as Steele, the They all must take this vow to heart as for the music, but some of the musical Red Cross nurse, a country singer and group’s leader, and junior Leah Mur- they see a bloody war rsthand. cues are misplaced. Near the end of a “A Piece of My Heart” will run this Fri- an army intelligence o c e r . phy as the bubbly but secretly hurting They must build a psychological wall few emotional scenes there’s a tenden- day and Saturday Feb. - and next Sophomore Rachel Erskine plays country singer Maryjo. Junior Carter as well: don’t become too attached to a cy for a sad line to be sung, and more weekend Feb. - at p.m. Sunday the rebellious nurse Leeann, who des- Parry, sophomore Andrew Davis and soldier, because the odds are you prob- often than not this comes o more performances on Feb. and March perately wants to be stationed in Ha- freshman Joe Shea play the parts of ably won’t see him again. annoying than poignant. Still, most of will be at p.m. Adults are , facul- waii but ends up “in the ‘Nam,” as the male characters. In the second act, the action switch- the music works, and it helps embel- ty and sta , seniors and children women call it. Senior Deborah Barnett The two-and-a-half hour produc- es over to the home front. After expe- lish the story. and students . Veterans will receive is the strong and determined nurse tion takes the sextet from Texas to riencing the tough lives of soldiers, the The dialogue really drives “A Piece half-price tickets at . Tickets can be Martha, junior Morgan Turner the San Francisco to the jungles of Viet- six must see the war through a ltered of My Heart,” emphasizing each indi- purchased by calling -- or warm-hearted nurse Sissy and junior nam itself. There the six experience and distorted glass. news blares vidual. Two separate conversations emailing boxo [email protected]. oscar picks BY THE ECHO : SELMA : BRADLEY COOPER
Photograph provided by Dennis Hensley Professional writing professor Dennis Hensley and Diana Savage co-authored the upcoming novel, “Exposure.” : ROSAMUND PIKE A couple steps ahead “People are confusing being printed who is supposed to be on board but : Professional writing with being published,” Hensley said. misses her flight. The passengers professor uses all “Typing something up and print- are incinerated, and the woman is J.K. possible means for ing it does not make you a novelist. declared legally dead. The novel, SIMMONS Publishing involves quality writing, “Pseudonym,” follows the journey of newest set of novels quality editing, good book design and this young woman as she creates a : promotion. That kind of stu we are new identity and begins to live un- Laura Koenig promoting through the professional der her pen name, Dove Alexander. Contributor writing department.” “Readers want the plausibility of EMMA STONE Some of the courses o ered in the truth. It really could possibly hap- To keep ahead in the writing world, professional writing department pen,” Hensley explained. “It’s cra- : Dennis Hensley advocates the best of teach students how to use social zy and wild, but it really could have two venues. Wander into a bookstore media, build a platform and create happened.” and crack open a fresh printed book— a network to enhance their writ- Whether through a fresh-print- RICHARD LINKLATER this is the bookstore experience. With ing careers. ed book from Barnes & Noble or the the arrival of technology like the Kin- “I want to keep a couple steps glossy screen of a Kindle or Nook, dle and Nook, however, readers are al- ahead of the students,” Hensley said, Hensley has both embraced new pub- : lowed to hold the bookstore in their laughing. His schedule certainly lishing as well as utilize the oldl. Tra- hands. Hensley, the director of the shows it. While collaborating with ditional publishing makes up most of LEGO MOVIE Professional Writing department, has co-author Diana Savage toward the his work, and he recently began con- (Let`s be real—this would have been awesome.) become adept at both of these read- June release of “Exposure,” a se- verting the mystery-romance novels ing options as he publishes and mar- quel to “Pseudonym,” Hensley has he published as Leslie Holden in the kets his eighth novel. also worked on the second book of ’ s into eBook form. Hensley uses As he has worked through the the “Jesus in the to ” series, titled modern technologies to make his publishing process with his novel “Jesus in All Four Seasons.” earlier novels accessible to a larger “Pseudonym”—to be released Janu- Inspired by a real-life crash be- audience. He understands the market ary —he has noticed di erenc- tween a small private plane and a writers face and pushes through the es between traditional and modern commercial jet over an oil eld in challenges—always keeping a couple publishing. Oklahoma, he wrote about a woman steps ahead. Photograph provided by wikimedia.org The new Legacy Contact setting also allows the person of your choosing to change your profile picture and cover photo and post a final status. “Remembering” will be placed above your name, and friends’ posts will appear on your timeline, depending on the privacy settings. Social media six feet under 7 TheEchoNews.com PINIONS February 20, 2015 FRIDAY O Dakota and Tennessee who are shooter storming the halls on the carrying guns into schools don’t other side of a classroom door. have divulge the information to Shooters cause chaos. Teachers Gunning for trouble administrators. They don’t have are under enough stress between to tell other teachers, students comforting students and enforcing Are guns handled by that people are figuring out the best of these accidents have happened or parents, either. Police arrive lockdowns without personally fac- teachers the answer? way to protect students. since Sandy Hook, according on school grounds after the alert ing down gunmen. When a shooter stalks the halls of a to Politifact.) about a shooter and discover two The training doesn’t outweigh the Adam Kelly school, what if the police can’t respond USA Today stated over 80 bills were guns discharging instead of one. risks; the risks are too high. These Opinions Editor in time to apprehend him or her? introduced to 33 states in 2013 to al- The police then don’t know which risks make me believe that teachers Guns could be given to people who low teachers to carry guns in class- gun belongs to the shooter. carrying guns is the wrong choice. Reynolds High School, Oregon; Taft are already on the scene: the teachers. rooms. Only five states signed a bill Teachers can better prepare Too many innocent lives are at Union High School, California; Seattle But a student could find the gun, into law. The rest did not approve the themselves through correct train- stake. It’s better to ask questions now Pacific University, Oregon; University even if it is in a teacher’s purse or right for teachers to carry handguns ing on handling guns, especially than to answer friendly fire later. Too of Central Florida, Florida; New River desk drawer. The teacher may be into schools. under stress. But however stressful many innocent lives are at stake. It’s Community College, Virginia; McNair moving the gun and an acciden- That means the teachers in staged shootings might be, nothing better to ask questions now than to Discovery Learning Academy, Geor- tal discharge could occur. (Three Texas, Alabama, Kansas, South can compare with the intensity of a answer friendly fire later. gia; Santa Monica College, California; Sparks Middle School, Nevada; Arap- ahoe High School, Colorado; Borren- do Middle School, New Mexico. All the mass school shootings since Sandy Hook Elementary, Connecticut. Sandy Hook was in 2012. Three years may seem like a long time ago, but there shouldn’t be any school shootings. These attacks have targeted young children and adults, elemen- tary schools and colleges. Due to so many shootings, schools now have to decide how to protect students. They are happening often enough
The Sandy Hook Elementary shooting in December 2012 left 28 people dead. Photograph provided by flickr user Daniel M. Reck
Of course, having Olympic gold In that year she delivered an address Co-Editors in Chief medalist Bruce Jenner as a stepfather to launch the U.N. women campaign David Adams didn’t hurt the popularity of the show. HeForShe, calling men to advocate Erika Norton Kimmy K, go away Now in its tenth season, this show has for global gender equality. She also Design Editor Matthew Morse wreck—there’s a reason I watch The garnered much fame and notoriety gave an address in Uruguay highlight- Online Editor Can we please stop Bachelor every year. Yet at the end of The for Kim. She’s released five fragrances ing the need for women’s participa- Erika Nord talking about her Bachelor season, we forget the names and scored numerous endorsement tion in politics last year Photography Editor and the crazies go back into hiding. deals, including a recent agreement According to gossip website Ra- Shannon Smagala Ally Horine Kim, however, won’t leave. Or perhaps with T-mobile where she starred in a dar, Kim’s political participation in- Assistant Online/ News Co-Editor we won’t let her. Super Bowl ad. According to Forbes volves supporting Barack Obama Science & Tech Editor Hillarie Hazelton If you examine Kimmy K’s rise to Magazine, Kim earned an estimated during the 2012. Her activism in- News Editors I am so tired of hearing about Kim fame, you will realize she has done $28 million in 2013. cludes this statement, “He just Ally Horine Julia Oller Kardashian. Whether she’s on the ac- nothing noteworthy. After Ray J re- So the question is, America: Why seemed very firm about the change, tual news or on my newsfeed, I can’t leased a, shall we say, risque tape of are we buying into her image? and that’s, like, his motto.” World/National Editor Joe Friedrichsen get away from her. her, she rocketed to instant celebrity From 2013 to 2014, Kim pocketed Along with displaying ignorance, Life & Times/ So I have to ask, what’s the obsession? status, and The E! network offered her more money from public appearanc- Kimmy K is undoing the ideal of gender Features Editors I get that we all love a train family a reality television show. es (e.g. attending club openings and equality in society that Watson and the Erin Fuhr Lindsay Robinson events) than she did from her televi- U.N. are working so hard to build. This Arts & Entertainment sion show. Clearly people value her fall she posed nude for the front cov- Editor David Seaman opinion. And in 2014, she was named er of Paper Magazine with the hashtag TIME’s second most influential fic- #BreakTheInternet. She aimed to gen- Opinions Editor Adam Kelly tional character, falling just behind erate enough buzz about a naked pic- Sports Editor Elsa from Frozen. I was really hop- ture of her to “break the Internet. Kim, Chris Yingling ing TIME magazine was taking a jab this is impossible. Copy Chief at Kimmy K, but upon further review, Not only does she allow herself to be Wren Haynes I found they were paying homage to objectified by millions of people, but Staff Writers Gracie Fairfax her character on her mobile app, she enjoys it. There is no respect for Lexie Owen where she gives fashion advice and self, women or her daughter North, Austin Lindner walks the red carpet. Sports Writer After Ray J released a, shall Kyle Keck Seriously? Not only does this scare me for the Staff Photographers we say, risque tape of her, Josh Adams future of America, it is terrifying to Katelyn S. Irons she rocketed to instant Mindy Wildman think about what this means for the Kristie Calamos future of women in this country. I hate celebrity status, and The E! Designers to think of hundreds of tutu-wearing network offered her family Isabelle Kroeker Bre Bartlett girls singing “Let it Go” turning into a reality television show. Luke Secaur Nysha Chen teenagers who idolize Kim. It’s time to let her go. who will someday see her mother Copy Editors Helen Wilbers Let’s stop idolizing frivolous celeb- baring all on a magazine cover. Nichole Parks Becca Schriner rities, and start shining the spotlight Ladies and gentlemen, this is who Advertisement Team on celebrities who are actually con- we are giving headlines and millions of Manager – Taylor Hillegonds tributing to society. Take Emma Wat- dollars to. Let’s fill our lives with better Alissa Deffenbaugh Chelsea Sweet son, an extremely talented actress role models and strive better conver- Andrea Baker Claudia Viscarra and graduate from Brown Universi- sations. Instead of keeping up with the ty. In 2014, she was appointed as the Kardashians, let’s keep up with global Distribution Managers Photograph provided by PopSugar.com Jessi Arbuckle U.N. Women Goodwill Ambassador. issues that matter. Julia Willey Kimmy K is popular because she feels no shame. Subscriptions Manager Nico Ramos memorial details for the deceased Faculty Adviser Donna Downs and informs a greater number of Social media six feet under people. More friends learn about the event and can send condolences or • Will you be remembered? cover photo and post a final status. offers instructions to shut down prayer for the family. 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Racing with giants 8 TTheEchoNews.comROJAN NATION February 20, 2015 FRIDAY After the halftime break, Taylor “I’m always excited for the confer- turned down the fireworks, allowing ence tournament,” said head coach Bethel to score a bit more. Howev- Kelly Packard. “Right now, there is a er, despite the slowed offense, Tay- clear separation with our top league lor continued to extend the lead. A teams. We must execute well offen- 3-point bucket from junior guard sively and defensively as we play with Emily Cho at the halfway point of passion and purpose.” the second half pushed Taylor’s lead Taylor will take on Huntington on to 45 points. the road tomorrow at 1 p.m. The flames smoldered in the final quarter of play as Bethel outscored Taylor 17–10 to close the game. How- ever, it wasn’t enough as Taylor se- WEEKLY cured its second 38-point win of the season. “It raises everyone’s spirits and con- PREVIEW fidence because we all get some really solid minutes,” Osenbaugh said. “It was Men’s Basketball especially great for our seniors to have such a positive experience for what Schedule 2/21 Huntington 3:00 P.M. could be their last home game, but now we want another home game for th em .” Osenbaugh led the Trojans with a game-high 23 points on 9-for-10 Women’s shooting. She also led Taylor with Basketball nine rebounds, while also contrib- uting four assists, three steals and a Schedule 2/21 Huntington (A) 1:00 P.M. block. Wyse and Cobb followed Os- 2/24 Crossroads League Quarterfinal (TBA) enbaugh, adding 13 points each. Se- 7:00 nior forward Sara Waid also scored
Photograph by Josh Adams 11 points for the Trojans. Josie Cobb contributed a trifecta of 3-pointers to spur a first-half slaughter. Taylor stymied Bethel’s offense, Track and Field holding the Pilots to just a 28.6 field goal percentage while shooting just Schedule 2/21 DePauw Invitational (A) 11:00 A.M. above 50 percent. The offensive ef- 3/5-7 NAIA Indoor National Championships ficiency kept the ball moving as TU Trojans bombard Pilots dished 27 assisted buckets compared Osenbaugh’s 23 points propel and never looking back. Bethel ini- Taylor went on a 36–8 run in just over to just 11 for the Pilots. Taylor also Baseball Trojans in pivotal matchup tially kept the game close with just five minutes of play time. out-rebounded Bethel 52–30 for a a 10–6 deficit. A few baskets off turn- “Our transition game and fast tem- huge advantage on the glass. Schedule 2/20 Bryan College (A) 2:00 P.M. Chris Yingling overs kept Bethel from falling behind po allowed us to jump out and gain The win puts Taylor at 16–13 on the 2/21 Tennessee Wesleyan (A) 12:00 P.M. Sports Editor too far in the first five minutes. some confidence as well as get some year with a 9–8 record in the Cross- 2/27 Lindsey Wilson (A) 1:00 P.M. 2/28 University of Rio Grande (A) 12:00 P.M. But then the Taylor offense early buckets,” said freshman for- roads League. Only one regular sea- Odle Arena echoed with fans’ jubi- caught fire. ward Cassidy Wyse. “Our defense also son contest remains as the Trojans lant rejoicing on Wednesday as Tay- Freshman guard Josie Cobb drained stepped up, which then pushed us on travel to No. 22 Huntington in an im- lor women’s basketball throttled three 3-point shots and junior for- the offensive end as w e l l .” portant final matchup. A win and Softball Crossroads League rival Bethel Pi- ward Jackie Osenbaugh started a The Trojans maintained their blaz- some help could propel Taylor to the lots, 92–54. stream of consecutive shots to spark ing pace to the end of the first half, No. 4 seed in the Crossroads League, Schedule 2/27 Cumberland University (A) 3:00 P.M. Taylor had the advantage from the the Trojans’ offensive streak. Beth- holding a comfortable 33-point lead allowing the Trojans to host a play- 2/28 Cumberland University (A) 1:00 P.M. start, immediately grabbing the lead el had no answer for the surge, and over the Pilots, 54–21. off game.
automatic qualification mark with a time of 8:35.54. Before this weekend, Hall only qualified for the 5,000 meter Snapping NAIA B standard. Gleaning the auto- Racing with giants matic qualification in the 3,000 meter Schmeltz seconds from Despite competing among the cream faced a higher level of competition, race gives Hall a sure shot at compet- the streak breaking school record at of the NCAA crop, the Taylor men’s the challenge produced strong indi- ing for a national championship. Hoosier Hills Invitational and women’s track and field teams vidual performances. “Qualifying this last weekend lets Chris Yingling saw success at Saturday’s Hoosier Sophomore Matt Hall torched the off some pressure, since I have quali- Sports Editor Kyle Keck Hills Invitational at Indiana Univer- 3,000 meter race, reaching the NAIA fied for nationals with an A standard,” Sports Writer sity in Bloomington. Although Taylor Indoor National Championship Hall said. “I would prefer to run the A tough strain of losses finally came 5K at nationals, so I’m planning to hit to an end on Thursday as the Taylor the A qualifying time in the 5K this men’s basketball team handled Gos- upcoming weekend. But if I don’t get hen 75–61 in the team’s penultimate it, I’ll get to run the 3K at Nationals game of the season. instead, which is also g re a t .” The win marks the Trojans’ The women’s team paced itself to a first win since January 10 against successful weekend as well, and two Spring Arbor and snaps a 10-game NAIA Indoor National Championship losing skid against Crossroads automatic qualifications highlight- League opponents. ed their performance. Senior Elaine Taylor’s stifling defense kept Gos- Schmeltz nearly added another mile- hen in check in the first half, only al- stone to her pocket as she was seconds lowing eight first half points to the away from breaking her own school Maple Leafs. Senior guard Jesse Cof- record in the mile run. Schmeltz auto- fey burst out of gate with a handful of matically qualified with a mile time of 3-point buckets, which pushed Taylor 5:06.93. Freshman Alex Berends joined to a 25–8 first half advantage. her, hitting an automatic qualification However, the defensive pressure time of 10:21.18 in the 3,000 meter race. wouldn’t last, and Goshen scored 51 “Racing at IU was very helpful because points in the second half. Taylor’s we were competing against DI athletes,” offensive game kept up with the in- Schmeltz said. “I tried to put myself in creased pace. Coffey continued his the race from the start and tried to hold 3-point barrage and added seven on as long as I could. Thankfully, they points from the free throw line. pulled me to hit the qualifying standard. Taylor stepped up with 36 sec- I’m very thankful for the gift of running, ond-half points and held off Goshen’s and I’m excited for the opportunity to fouling strategy in the closing minutes. compete at nationals.” Coffey led all players with 25 points Taylor will head to the DePauw In- while going 6-for-10 from 3-point land. vitational this weekend to compete in Taylor will take the floor for the its final event before the NAIA Indoor last time this season at home against Photograph provided by TU Sports Information National Championship on March 5 Huntington on Saturday at 3 p.m. Schmeltz qualified for the NAIA Indoor National Championship with her 5:06.93 mile. in Geneva, Ohio.
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NEWS STORIES/ PHOTOS Jackie Osenbaugh QR READER Year Junior
Hometown Lincoln, Neb.
Position Wing
Pump-Up Song “300 Violin Orchestra,” by Jorge Quintero
Funniest teammate (other than herself) Rayana Carneiro Team scoring 20-0 against Mount Vernon Favorite basketball memory Nazarene in second half of close game
Key stat Career-high 23 points against Bethel
Photography by Josh Adams