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www.fsutorch.com T ORCH Truth, Fairness & Accuracy Since 1931 August 22, 2014 Student debt hits home Bulldogs shoulder above average student loan debt Devin Anderson ment, but many still fi nd it dif- Ferris State Torch fi cult to navigate through more competitive job markets. Aside from mortgages, Amer- One such person is Jared Lu- ica’s $1.2 trillion in student loan cas, Ferris alum with a degree debt is higher than any other in Music Industry Management. type of consumer debt. Student Aft er graduation, his internship loans can put huge economic with Studio Barbarossa in Or- stress on college graduates eager lando, Florida advanced into a to begin their careers. Despite in- position as an assistant record- evitable fi nancial burden, a huge ing engineer, working with acts importance has been placed on such as Slash, Alter Bridge, and receiving a college education. So Falling in Reverse. In the midst in this period of rising prices, at of this success, he’s struggling be- what point will the buyers stop cause of debt. buying? “I can’t fully commit to start- Some speculate that we are ap- ing my career,” Lucas said. “Be- proaching an economic bubble sides rent, my student loans are that could see the price of tuition my biggest bill each month. It collapse. But, most student loans has forced me to take on a sec- are given through the federal ond job.” government. Conveniently, fail- Splitting his time between ure to pay back these loans is for- jobs, Lucas has found it diffi cult given and the costs are absorbed to put the necessary time into by the government rather than networking and improving his the private sector; so this fi nan- skills. cial crisis might not reach the Another reality of the student proportions of the 2008 hous- debt crisis is that a lot of today’s ing bubble, but there is plenty of workforce is overqualifi ed. Ac- cause for concern. cording to the Bureau of La- A 2013 report from Th e Insti- bor Statistics, 37% of employed tute for College Access & Success college graduates are in fi elds (TICAS) Project on Student Debt of work requiring only a high- shows that 71% of college gradu- school diploma. Th is isn’t to say ates carry some form of student that a college education can’t be loan debt. Th ose 7 out of 10 benefi cial, but in regard to debt- graduates might not be as likely to-income ratio, return on in- to invest in real estate, buy a car, vestment is questionable. If this or start a business. Struggles like trend continues, student loan these could have a deep impact debt could greatly contribute to on GDP and the post-recession the widening wealth gap in the economy. U.S. Here at Ferris, TICAS found With no clear idea of what the that average loan debt per stu- implications of this crisis may dent is $36,930. Ferris is a career- be, student debt has sparked a oriented University as refl ected lively political conversation over in its massive internship place- the past few years. In June, Presi-

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Only Hope College and Lawrence Tech had higher student debt averages in 2012 in the state of Michigan than Ferris.

**Information provided by The Project on Student Debt, all data from 2012. 2 NEWS August 22, 2014 FERRIS STATE TORCH Dining services praised Ferris ranks high in campus dining

Photo By: Corey Saladin | Photographer The Rock, one of Ferris State’s dining facilities and most frequented places on campus by students and the community alike.

Devin Anderson academics. expectations of comfort food, Th e Rock and Westside Cafés in food groups. Both Ferris caf- Ferris State Torch Th e quality of dining services large desserts, sugary drinks and including health-friendly dishes eterias always have a selection is certainly a contributing fac- any other contributing agent to and classicly beloved junk food. of fruits and vegetables; grab- College students are engaged tor to the overall college experi- the feared “freshman fi ft een.” In 2010, dining services teamed bing for these at snack and meal in a fast-paced environment ence and many schools, such as Most cafeterias easily meet these up with student government to time as opposed to fried foods is and staying properly nourished Bowdoin College in Brunswick, expectations, but in an increas- elicit feedback from vegetarian merely an exercise of will-power. is essential. Users on Niche.com Maine are taking this seriously. ingly health-conscious society, and vegan students about what Ferris off ers a pool of resourc- gave Ferris’s dining services a B+, Bowdoin’s cafeterias are among more Universities are looking to could be improved upon in the es to students seeking advice for ranking the university fi ft h out of the top-ranked in the nation and meet the demands of students cafeterias. Since then, more healthy living at ferris.edu/din- 33 Michigan colleges. Niche and off er a variety of locally grown trying to maintain good nutri- vegan/vegetarian friendly menu ing. Dubbed the “Nutri-Choice other college review resources produce including food from the tion. Public interest in healthier items are being served, including Program,” Ferris dining staff provide great insight as to what college’s organic garden. Com- lifestyles is growing rapidly. the “Healthy U” initiative that and Registered Dietitian Brenda current and prospective students pare this to some smaller schools Google trends show that the provides dishes lower in calories Walton aim to teach healthy eat- fi nd important. For some, the that contract out their entire din- word “vegan” is being searched and fat. ing habits and encourage more campus life that a school creates ing operation to independent ca- today at more than twice the rate In addition to these healthy physical activity. “Now and for its students is an even bigger tering companies. it was in 2005. menu items, one can maintain then,” the site reads, “we need to consideration than the school’s Traditionally the idea of a col- Here at Ferris, students can a reasonably nutritious diet by take an honest look at our eating lege cafeteria evokes grandiose fi nd a wealth of food options in monitoring portions and variety habits.” Wireless internet upgrade 450 new wiﬁ antennas added across campus

Devin Anderson cated for contracted labor as well are over 1,300 WIFI antennas apartments, and South Campus as for casual use, it has nearly Ferris State Torch as the purchasing of WIFI anten- currently operating on the main apartments are now the only become a demand among young nas and network switches. Big Rapids Campus with more Ferris housing facilities that are people and the tech-savvy world More residence halls and aca- Th e eff ort to revamp the cam- being brought online monthly,” not WIFI capable as they are at large. Bryan Marquardt, Di- demic buildings now off er WIFI pus network began in 2011. says Craig Roach, Network In- soon slated for demolition. So rector of Housing and Residence services as the IT staff has recent- Since January 2014, more than frastructure Coordinator. how close are we to having a Life notes the importance of ro- ly completed another phase of its 450 WIFI antennas have been According to Roach, enhance- completely wireless campus? “In bust technology. “Th e adminis- project to expand wireless access installed or upgraded. Th e up- ments have been made in all campus buildings, approximately tration at FSU has put wireless as across the Big Rapids Campus. grades include replacing older or academic classrooms to improve 95%,” says Roach. one of its priorities for students, Funding for the project was allo- obsolete equipment with some wireless access. As for housing, WIFI has become a staple in the campus community, and visi- of the latest and greatest. “Th ere Helen Ferris Hall, East Campus any professional environment; tors.” NEWS 3 FERRIS STATE TORCH August 22, 2014

TORCH Big Rapids Crime Report

NEWS BRIEFS Harrison Watt Th e suspect was jailed and that point was unknown. Editor-in-chief lodged for armed robbery and carry concealed weapon. Th e August 8, 2014 Th e past two months in the state police and Mecosta County A traffi c stop at 2:56 a.m. re- Big Rapids area have been busy Sheriff s aided in the arrest. sulted in the arrest of a 29 year- Ben Rettinhouse for police and even rescue work. old Baldwin man for maintain- News Editor Take a look at what has been on July 31, 2014 ing a mobile methamphetamine the docket for the Department of A 59 year-old male was dis- lab. Search for KCAD’s new president Public Safety. covered shortly aft er midnight During the stop, offi cers lo- Th e process that will decide the next president of the Kendall Col- face down in the Muskegon Riv- cated marijuana in the vehicle lege of Art and Design will begin this year. Cindy Todd, Program Di- July 25, 2014 er near the 600 block of Osceola. and upon further search, offi cers rector for Art Education, and Ron Riksen, Academic Dean and Pro- A 17 year-old Big Rapids male One offi cer swam out to the found that components for meth fessor of Graphic Design will be overlooking the search and selecting committed armed robbery with a unresponsive man, while rescue were in the vehicle, and meth other chair members to assist in making the decision of who to ap- knife and brass knuckles near the personnel and another offi cer was being produced at the time point. Th e committee is hoped to be completed within the month. 300 block of South Th ird Street. waited ashore for the offi cer to of the stop. Police reported that money return with it. Th e man was cold C.M.E.T. was contacted, and Founder’s Day celebration was the sole property stolen. to the touch and not breathing. upon arriving at the scene to Th ursday, August 28th is the annual Founders’ Day celebration in Th e victim reportedly knew At the time of release to EMS, handle the methamphetamine honor of Woodbridge and Helen Ferris. Th e celebration will begin their assailant as an acquain- the reporting offi cer observed as well as the charges against the with a special ceremony at 11 a.m. with the dedication of a Michigan tance. that a pulse had been restored, man. Legal Milestone to the campus. Th e ceremony will be on the new though his condition beyond Quad performance stage in front of the University Center. A series of events continue from 3-7 p.m. in the Campus Quad including the Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social from 4-7 p.m. sponsored by the Governmental Relations and General Counsel’s offi ce, as well DEBT from Page 1 as many diff erent activities and informational booths. Th is celebration is free for all students, staff and community members. Student Debt at Ferris in 2012 was higher than Ferris welcomes new faculty Th is year brings several new members of faculty and staff to Ferris all but two of Michigan’s Universities and Colleges campus. In his Memorandum to Faculty and Staff , President Eisler said that this year brings the largest infl ux of new faculty ever seen dent Obama signed an executive derstanding complicated loan hope to enter a workforce of at Ferris. order that will allow over 5 mil- terms. During a weekly address great opportunity. While close to Th e incoming faculty includes 13 new editions to the College of lion people to put a cap on their in April, Obama stressed that “in 37 million people have outstand- Business, 17 to the College of Arts and Sciences, 11 to the College of student loan payments at 10% America, higher education can- ing student debt, knowing the Health Professions, and various others. All newly appointed faculty of their income. Additionally, not be a luxury.” hard facts about loan terms and members have been hired full time. the President aims to renegoti- Th e student debt crisis is far interest rates might be just as im- ate contracts with private loan from over. Key investments are portant as an education itself. Ferris welcomes incoming freshman, class of 2019 servicers and spread awareness dwindling and jobs are scarce Th e program Bulldogs in Action organizes returning Big Rap- about the importance of un- as this generation’s bright minds ids Ferris students to assist new students with the move-in process. Th ose taking part in Bulldogs in Action will earn themselves volun- teer credit as well as credit for their Ferris organizations. Th e program is said to be an example of the practical ways in which student volunteers give back to the university. In addition to Bulldogs in Action, incoming students receive in- CHECK OUT OUR formation and a welcome to campus from volunteers at First Impres- sions sites that will provide answers and help to students and parents in need. First Impressions booths are staff ed on Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Monday from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Th ose looking to participate should contact Loura Monahan at ext. 3905. NEW WEBSITE Bulldog Beginnings is an engaging series of events for students beginning with Bulldog Welcome, Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. at Top Taggart Field, the Backyard Bash Saturday at 3 p.m. on South Quad near the Rock, and Meijer Madness that evening at 7 p.m. You are encouraged to attend. A full listing of events is available at http://fer- FSUTORCH.COM ris.edu/bulldogbeginnings/.

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Corrections can be submitted through email at [email protected] or by calling 231.591.5946 4 NEWS August 22, 2014 FERRIS STATE TORCH New Interim Axtmann Nature Preserve Associate Provost Ferris receives land donation Dr. Kirk Weller joins provost’s offi ce

Megan Smith who may not have a strong sup- time period.” Ferris State Torch port system) and the College of Weller’s colleagues are opti- Arts and Sciences Planning com- mistic about the work he will Dr. Kirk Weller has been se- mittee. do. “I am excited to see an addi- lected to serve as Interim Associ- For students who don’t know, tional person join this offi ce who ate Provost of Academic Opera- the Provost’s Offi ce is essentially is very focused on making the tions for the 2014-15 school year. the central administrative offi ce university a better place and be- It was announced in April that on campus. It is above all deans’ ing attentive to assuring that stu- former provost Fritz Erickson offi ces and holds all of Ferris’s dents are well served,” said Ro- was leaving Ferris to become academic programs together. berta Teahen, Associate Provost president of Northern Michigan Weller’s position specifi cally will of Accreditation, Assessment, University. Associate Provost deal with such matters as hiring, Compliance and Evaluation. Paul Blake was appointed to re- budgets, curriculum, student is- “He is willing to ask hard ques- place him, consequently creating sues and/or complaints, schedul- tions and think creatively about an opening for his position as ing and registration. “It sort of how we might best do our work. well, which is how Weller came handles operations on a global I know that he is initially focused into this position. level,” said Weller, “Th e further on working with the university Weller has been head of FSU’s up you are in an administrative to implement the new general Math Department since 2008 position, the less direct involve- education plans and this is an in- and will continue to serve “dou- ment with students, [but] the credibly important undertaking. ble duty” both there and in the impact on students is greater.” His understanding of the Ferris Provost’s Offi ce. Th e Arts and Weller likened this to fl ying an communities and the diversity Sciences Dean’s Offi ce will be airplane; the higher you go, the of our students will be a great as- taking over most of his depart- fewer details you can make out, set to all of us.” “I have worked Photo By: Brock Copus | Multimedia Editor ment head duties, though he will but the more you can see beneath with Kirk Weller on numerous still have some responsibilities you. projects during the last fi ve years including scheduling, general Weller’s main focus during his and know him to be a dedicated Megan Smith observe undisturbed wildlife (in- education projects and handling year in the Provost’s Offi ce will educator who is truly interested Ferris State Torch cluding freshwater jellyfi sh, rac- adjunct faculty. Weller has also be working on and implement- in student learning,” said Bill coons, fl ying squirrels, turtles, served on the Achievement Gaps ing a new general education pro- Potter, Associate Provost of Re- Th e Axtmann Nature Pre- frogs, at least twenty diff erent Taskforce (a group that looks for gram. Future general education tention and Student Success. “I serve, donated by Ethan Axt- kinds of birds and “a bear that ways to help students who aren’t class requirements may be orga- look forward to continuing to mann and Aleta Hursh to Ferris, wanders through every once in achieving highly, especially mi- nized diff erently, “not expanding work together as he begins his will provide a unique, hands-on a while”) and trees that are hun- nority and low-income students so much as updating for a new new role.” learning experience for the uni- dreds of years old. “It’s cool to see versity’s students for years to the looks on the kids’ faces,” said come. Rodabaugh, “City kids haven’t Axtmann and Hursh inher- seen anything like this. And ited the one-hundred-and-ten you can see all the stars, because acres of property in 2000 from there’s no light pollution.” their parents, the late Harold and At least ten classes will be Pauline Axtmann. When they making use of the nature pre- “LIKE” made the decision to relinquish serve this semester, mostly fi eld the land, Biology professor Dr. courses, like ornithology, botany, Gary Rodabaugh knew it could environmental biology and fo- be benefi cial to Ferris students. rensic biology. Since the Axt- He lives right next to the nature mann Nature Preserve is located preserve and was involved in ne- fourteen miles from campus, stu- gotiations, working to persuade dents can rely on the biology de- Ferris State Torch the brother-sister duo to donate partment’s two twelve-passenger the property to the university’s vans for transportation. biology, geology, and survey- Th ough one of the conditions ing departments. He has already of Axtmann and Hursh’s agree- taken a few of his classes to visit ment with Ferris is that the land the land. remains untouched, the univer- Th e university’s ownership of sity was granted permission to ON FACEBOOK! the property was initially met build a single classroom struc- with reluctance from local resi- ture. Th ey are hoping to include dents near the nature preserve a laboratory and possibly over- who were concerned that they night facilities in this building. would no longer have access to Professor Rodabaugh sees this the land. It has since been made project as one of his most impor- clear to them that they may le- tant work-related achievements. gally visit the property so long “I’m very proud that I was able to as there is no logging, hunting or negotiate a piece of property that camping. will benefi t Ferris students for- As undeveloped land, the ever,” said Rodabaugh, “If I had property has little monetary to do one thing before I retire, worth, but Rodabaugh believes that was the thing. My job is to it has rich educational value. Th e make sure everything is possible land is approximately half upland for my students.” trees and half wetland, providing Students who wish to learn two distinctly diff erent habitats more about the Axtmann Nature that are home to a wide variety Preserve can contact the Ferris of fl ora and fauna. Students can Foundation at (231) 591-2365 or [email protected]. NEWS 5 FERRIS STATE TORCH August 22, 2014 FSU ARTS & LECTURES 2014-2015

BAM PERCUSSION Saturday, September 27th 2014 - Williams Auditorium - 7pm

“Bampercussion.com, home of the biggest smallest show in the world.” In 2006, in Philadelphia, BAM Percussion unveiled eXplosion, their new indoor production, that brings together physical comedy and high energy percussion. From beginning to end, eXplosion electriﬁ es the crowd with its powerful rhythms and its deliriously funny sketches. The pulsating energy of BAM is contagious: through drumbeats and laughs, it overwhelms the audience. BAM Percussion has toured in 28 countries on 5 continents. Today, BAM continues to grow on an international level while perfecting their art, to offer a high-quality product available worldwide. “Imagine if the Blue Man Group grew out their hair and ditched the make-up – that’s BAM Percussion.”- artsboston.org

ERIC ALVA Friday, November 7th 2014 - Williams Auditorium - 7pm

“I joined the military because I wanted to serve. I was patriotic, idealistic; I was also gay.” Eric Alva served in the U.S. Marines for 13 years. In 2000, he was promoted to Staff Sergeant. In 2003, on the ﬁ rst day of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Alva was with his battalion in Iraq when he stepped on a land mine. The explosion shattered his right arm and damaged his right leg so severely it had to be amputated. Alva received a medical discharge and was presented with a Purple Heart by President George W. Bush. He was the Iraq War’s ﬁ rst Purple Heart recipient. Having survived a war injury, Alva felt he’d been given a second chance at life. He discovered a new calling. “I had to use my voice,” he says. “I had fought and nearly died to secure rights for others that I was not free to enjoy. I had proudly served a country that was not proud of me.”

THIRZA DEFOE Saturday, February 7th 2015 - Williams Auditorium - 7pm

Thirza Defoe (Giizhiigoquay), from the Ojibwe and Oneida tribes of Wisconsin, is widely known for her sacred hoop dancing that she has been performing since the age of 8. Her many years as an accomplished hoop and eagle dancer have awarded her recognition in both the native community and throughout the world. Thirza shares her culture: traditional Iroquois social songs, storytelling, hoop dancing, eagle dancing and the Ojibwe language through educational presentations and performances for audiences of all ages and cultural backgrounds. “An exceptionally talented dancer, singer, storyteller and actor whose performances are among the most compelling we’ve had the honor to present.” -Howard Bass Smithsonian National Museum Of The American Indian

WAR BONDS: THE SOUNDS AND LETTERS OF WWII Friday, February 20th 2015 - Williams Auditorium - 7pm

The living history cabaret is interspersed with personal letters from the war front and headline news from the era. Actual veterans’ stories create a sentimental journey back to the days when blackouts and rationing were a small sacriﬁ ce in order to obtain freedom. It recalls a time when Rosie the Riveter discovered she could take care of herself; when African-Americans, who were segregated at home, integrated abroad to become war heroes; and when a man’s only wish was to be home for Christmas. Twenty-two songs from the 1940s lift the mood, even as the atrocities of war are described. You don’t have to have lived through World War II to appreciate the songs, which include Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree, Rosie the Riveter, One Meatball, White Christmas, I’ll Be Home for Christmas and As Time Goes By.

6 LIFESTYLES August 22, 2014 FERRIS STATE TORCH ferris state torch Please discover “ something new today. Melanie Lobsinger “ Junior, architecture and sustainability/ facility management L IFESTYLES See below for story Bulldog Adventures Ferris students open up about their adventures abroad

Photo Courtesy Of : Alex Finta Ferris students wear traditional Russian princess dresses.

Hailey Klingel For two weeks, Finta and the learn about their culture and to have a straight face.” called the William Jefferson Ferris State Torch others were get the credits I needed to gradu- Despite leaving her comfort Clinton Scholarship, which aboard a ate this year,” said Finta. “The zone and North America for grants ten students a semester Ferris offers many chances for cruise on coolest parts of the trip were the first time, Finta said going the opportunity to study at the its students to experience life the Volga seeing St. Basil’s Cathedral and to Russia was one of the big- American University in Dubai,” bigger than Big Rapids. River that going to the Russain Ballet. At gest moments of her life and she Lobsinger said. “I didn’t think I Alex Finta and Melanie left from one of the stops we even got to loved every minute of it. was going to get it, but when I Lobsinger took complete advan- Moscow put on traditional Russian prin- Melanie Lobsinger, a junior did, I was stoked.” tage of those opportunities this and cess outfits.” Architecture and Sustainability/ Lobsinger said that she had summer and lived to tell the tale stopped Although she enjoyed the Facility Management student, always wanted to travel, but had of their journeys. at several exposure to the Russian lifestyle, also stepped out of her comfort never thought of the Middle East Finta, a junior in Music Alex Finta destina- Finta was surprised at the dif- zone this summer by traveling as a destination. Junior, music industry tions on its ferences between Russian and to the United Arab Emirates, a “It scared me at first, but it Industry Management, management embarked on a journey to way to St. American culture. country located in the Middle also excited me to know that I Moscow, Russia with twelve Petersburg. “Russians don’t smile at each East. would be thrown into an atmo- other Ferris students. “I wanted to go to Russia to other,” she said. “They always “I applied to a scholarship sphere completely divergent See Adventures on Page 7 LIFESTYLES 7 FERRIS STATE TORCH August 22, 2014

ADVENTURES from Page 6 Two Ferris students venture out of their comfort zones and discover more than just new cultures

Photo Courtesy Of : Melanie Lobsinger Photo Courtesy Of : Melanie Lobsinger Melanie Lobsinger poses in front of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Abu Dhabi, UAC. A view of the Ibn Battuta in Dubai, UAE. from anything I had ever expe- able in America and was most tallest building in the world—the and a desire to never stop doing. carry a sense of wanderlust with rienced before,” she said. definitely not in this new envi- Burj Khalifa. Because there’s a world of foods some advice. Lobsinger expected to learn ronment.” However, through her expe- out there that I’ve never tried, “Please discover something about the culture and architec- Some of the opportunities riences in Dubai, Lobsinger structures I haven’t mentally new today,” Lobsinger said, ture, and to visit intriguing plac- Lobsinger embraced on her trip learned more about herself than taken apart and analyzed, people “because though you may think es that would leave her stunned. included dune bashing, camel anything else. I haven’t met, and stories beg- you’re going to learn something “Sure, I did those things, but riding, swimming in the Indian “I learned to live and live fully,” ging to be written and retold. ” about the world, you may be none of those things were what Ocean, visiting the Sheikh Zayed she said. “I gained an unprece- After discovering her true self pleasantly surprised by a new impacted me most about the Mosque in Abu Dhabi, and dented amount of independence; after a summer semester abroad, discovery about yourself.” trip,” she said. “I was comfort- ascending over 1,200 feet in the a motivation to try new things, Lobsinger leaves others who also Carnival in the Quad Students can get one last taste of summer

Dylan Peters one would enjoy and have a great food, novelties, and inflatables at Ferris, this isn’t the first time Entertainment Unlimited Ferris State Torch time at because there will be so at the First it was attempted. meets every Monday from many different games and novel- Class “Originally, Student 6-7 P.M. at FLITE. Student Summer isn’t over just yet for ties.” Carnival. Government and Entertainment Government meets every the bulldogs of Ferris. According to the Vice The Unlimited wanted to do this Tuesday at 6 P.M. in Business For the first time in histo- President of Programming carnival on the last semester in spring, 211. ry, Student Government and for Entertainment Unlimited will take but it didn’t work out because “Joining Entertainment Entertainment Unlimited (EU) Ronny Latimore, Entertainment place in of the weather,” Latimore said. Unlimited is a great way to help are teaming up to bring the car- Unlimited strived to bring some- the North “Instead, we decided to do it out with events and meet new nival to campus. thing fresh and new to campus. Quad on first week of the first semester people,” Latimore said. “We also “Student Government and “Lots of students said they’ve Monday, because lots of new students will like to get student’s input on seen the same thing over and Ronny Latimore August 25 be there.” what they would like to see in Entertainment Unlimited Vice President of wanted to do something to cel- over again,” Latimore said. “So, Programming for from 12-4 The carnival is free for all the future. We want everybody we decided to do something Entertainment p.m. students and will occur in rain to be well represented.” ebrate the end of the summer Unlimited and start the school year with a completely original and differ- “The or shine. The event is free to all stu- bang,” Harmin Gill of Student ent.” new Airborne Adventure is a Any students are welcome dents and is rain or shine! Government said. “The carnival Students can expect to see must-do for everyone,” Gill said. to help out with future Student is something we thought every- exciting games and amazing Although this is the first time Government and Entertainment prizes along with refreshing a carnival themed event will be Unlimited events. 8 LIFESTYLES AugustTh 22, 2014 e familiar faces of Ferris FERRIS STATE TORCH

Hailey Klingel Ferris State Torch Dr. B is heading into his also a fairly frequent consumer of Starbucks. 9th year at Ferris as an asso- He enjoys various hobbies such as tennis, golf, Every day on campus you probably walk past hundreds of people ciate professor for Public ping pong, reading, writing, and photography. He without knowing who they are or what they are here for. Relations. also loves the performing arts and he’s an active Each and every bulldog has their own purpose and goals here If he isn’t teaching one board member of Circle Theatre in Grand Rapids. at Ferris, sharing their bright ideas and individuality to leave their of your classes, he can fre- Otherwise, he spends time with friends and family mark. These three faces of Ferris are no exception. quently be spotted around checking out the many great events and venues in the College of Business and the Grand Rapids & west Michigan area. the IRC connector. He is Irma Collins, a senior Psychology and Pre- Dr. Patrick Bishop Medicine major, is involved in multiple RSOs, Associate professor for but her presidency of two of them—Active Public Relations Minds and Psi Chi—are her main focuses on campus. Amanda Thomas, a junior vice opportunities. Group members regularly vol- Collins also has had four on-campus jobs Pre-Pharmacy student, is well unteer at the Barryton Food Pantry every month, throughout her time at Ferris. She currently known at Ferris through her and also at a nearby nursing home to comfort and works as an assistant for the Office of Academic involvement with a popular get to know the residents. Research, and working at the Rock Café for over on-campus RSO, Standing in Even though her on-campus involvement with two years straight. the Gap. Standing in the Gap is a source of her tight sched- Irma Collins Collins can also be seen hula-hooping all Thomas is the president of ule, Thomas wouldn’t have it any other way. Senior, psychology over campus with Ferris Flow Friends, a creative the Christian group, and has “Being a part of Standing in the Gap is what I exercise group that she helped create in September of 2013. been a member of its core look forward to most about going back to school “All of this involvement with Ferris State University has taught me team since its beginning. this fall,” said Thomas. “My best friends from col- Amanda Thomas Some of Thomas’ responsi- lege are people I’ve met through Gap, and they’re how to properly organize events, delegate information and roles to Junior, pre-pharmacy others, and utilize the vast network I have established,” said Collins. bilities include making deci- people I never would have met had I not stepped “I am more comfortable leading others, speaking to large groups, and sions about structuring week- out of the comfort zone of my dorm, the ‘honors managing my time and priorities.” ly gatherings, planning of weekend events, and zone,’ or even the family of people within my helping to keep each group member accountable. major.” For Standing in the Gap, Thomas also assists in Standing in the Gap meets Thursdays at 7:30pm organizing game nights, sledding, weekend retreats in FLITE 405. with “Gappers” from other colleges, and many ser- A Fresh Perspective Incoming bulldogs share their fears, excitement, and expectations

Kelsey George miliar surroundings, and fresh When it comes to new adven- Ferris State Torch faces of complete strangers. tures of freshmen year, it appears Add 9:00 a.m. classes into that that these new arrivals expect a Photo Courtesy Of : Irma Collins The beginning of anything equation and congratulations – little more than keg stands and Irma Collins hoops in a large ﬁ eld. new in life can be tough. you’ve got your freshman year all-night cram sessions out of You obtain a new home, unfa- of college. their first taste of the college life.

Alyssa Macdonald Modern love Freshman, psychology “I’m expecting much tougher assign- Despite the nerves, There’s nothing wrong with ments and professors,” Freshman Macdonald also said she is Psychology major Alyssa Macdonald really excited for Welcome casual dating said, “I’m also a little nervous about Week and meeting friendly making it to all my classes on time on a new people. new and unfamiliar campus.” The last thing you want to do upon arriving to college is Sarah Force jump into a committed rela- Lifestyles Editor tionship. Taylor Batou You’d be slamming shut any becoming a regular occurrence Freshman Freshman, nursing door of opportunity you might in our generation to have a Nursing major Taylor come across before you even “bae”, a “side chick”, a booty Batou had the same “It’s going to be a whole new experi- approach it. College is full of call, a friend with benefits, etc. thoughts in mind when she ence for me, living 3 hours away from a ton of people you have yet to However, as soon as a single noted that she looks forward to home where I don’t know anybody, Batou meet and get to know, so what girl starts talking to more than meeting all new people, learn- said, “I’m expecting this year to be really do you do? one guy, she’s usually branded ing new things, and coming great, [it’s] something I’ve wanted for a The term “casual dating” as a slut. across amazing experi- long time.” seems pretty harmless. Casual Well, ladies and gentleman, I ences. dating is when two single don’t agree with the new termi- people spend time with one nology such as having a “main” another on a regular basis in and “side.” People aren’t dishes an effort to get to know each at Applebee’s. There is noth- Ryan Frost other without commitments. Freshman, automotive service technology ing wrong with casual dating Like many newcom- Either or both parties can also “I think I’m most excited to be in whether you’re a female or a ers, Automotive Service be casually dating other people. classes with a bunch of other people male. Don’t let anyone shame Technology freshman Ryan Seems pretty innocent, right? that share the same passion as I do,” you for exploring what the Frost expressed both nervous- That is, until a woman does it. Frost said. world has to offer. That’s the ness and excitement for the Men are often commended “I am a little nervous that I might whole point in being single! upcoming chapter of his for talking to or seeing mul- make some mistakes at first,” Frost said, It’s the best way to meet people life at Ferris. tiple women in a casual dat- and find out what you like, so “but I’m excited to be living basically on ing relationship. It’s actually let your freedom flag fly. my own and to make a start on my life.” LIFESTYLES 9 FERRIS STATE TORCH August 22, 2014 , Los Angeles Times Daily Crossword Puzzle THINGS TO DO Edited by Rich Norris and Joyce Lewis

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Aug 22: Bulldog Welcome Top Aug 22: Music in Taggart Field 7:30pm Pocket Park 12-2pm RHA Move on Top Taggart Field Bring the whole family to this 9 pm – 11pm free popcorn! FREE concert held downtown Big Rapids across the street Aug. 23: Backyard Bash- South from the Farmer’s Market and Quad 3pm- 5pm next to Pepper’s Café in front of Chemical Bank. Aug 25: First Class Carnival 12 N, North Quad Aug 23: Meijer Madness 7pm- 10pm Aug 27: Beats and Eats 6pm, The Rock Café Aug 26 Blood Drive 1-6:45pm at Stanwood Buffalo Eagles Aug 28: Founder’s Day Celebration 3pm North Quad Aug. 28-Sep. 1: Big Rapids Ice Cream Social 4-7pm North Riverdays Festival Quad EU Silent Disco Party 8:30pm- Aug 29: $5 Unlimited Glow 11pm Bowling, The Gate 9pm-12am

Aug 31: No Tap Doubles Tournament 6pm- 9pm at The Gate 9 Pin No Tap Doubles Tournament Arrive by 5 pm to sign-up & check-in

Across 55 “I’ll do whatever you need” 19 Potato bag 1 Junk email 56 “Language” that gave us 21 Future prunes, perhaps 5 “A Streetcar __ Desire” “amscray” 24 Weight loss plan 10 Talks and talks and talks 60 Menace who destroyed houses 25 Opposite of endo- 14 Strauss of denim made of the ends of 18-, 26- and 26 Trident-shaped Greek letters 15 Double-reed instruments 47-Across 27 “Othello” villain 16 Author __ Stanley Gardner 63 Common quitting time 28 Scottish family 17 Fateful date for Caesar 64 List-shortening abbr. 29 Garbage 18 Unlucky thing to draw 65 “... had a farm, __” 33 Larger-than-life 20 Poverty-stricken 66 Bullpen stats 34 Kiss from a dog 22 Share and share __ 67 Really annoy 35 Grazing grounds 23 Banned apple spray 68 Rose essence 38 Suffix with major or Smurf 24 Solved, as a cryptogram 69 Hankerings 39 D.C. baseball team 26 Tabletop game requiring steady 40 Beyond the burbs hands Down 43 Shuffling gait 30 Witch trials town 1 Got one’s uniform dirty, as a base 46 “30 Rock” creator 31 Like a prof. emeritus runner 48 Brainstorm 32 Narrate 2 Feet pampering, briefly 49 Wife of 27-Down 36 Supermarket chain initials 3 State confidently 50 Request earnestly, as mercy 37 McCain’s title 4 Error 51 Potato or yam 41 Pizzeria order 5 “Never gonna happen” 52 “Lord, __?”: Matthew 42 Male offspring 6 Finds repugnant 53 Fit for a king 44 Univ. proctors, often 7 Tie up in the harbor 56 Couplet creator 45 Seat of New York’s Oneida 8 At any time, to Frost 57 Michelin product County 9 Summer hrs. 58 Tennis great Lendl 47 Go on strike, in slang 10 “Amscray!” 59 Mythical monster’s loch 51 Vehement speeches 11 Extra Dry deodorant 61 Org. with narcs 54 Have in mind 12 Eubie of jazz 62 Oscar Wilde’s forte 13 Embroidered, e.g. Overheard READ at Ferris “We’re breaking up! Don’t you INTO ever say $1 pizza sucks.” IT! -Student Rec Center

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August 22, 2014 FERRIS STATE TORCH I think that we will have a great season this ferris state torch “ year and I’m excited to be working with a group of girls that share the same passion “ as me to reach the same goal. Ayanna Buckley Ferris State University S PORTS See page 12 for story FOOTBALL

Gearing up to throw down Bulldogs football prepare for a run at the 2014 GLIAC Title

Photo By: Corey Saladin | Photography Head coach Tony Annese walks team through one of many pre-season practices as Ferris State prepares for upcoming 2014 football season.

Justin Aiken Everyone has to play their role, tial of the team heading into the We’re gonna set the goals high, too much of a run oriented team Ferris State Torch know their role and just make it 2014 season. but I think we’ll be in position to so working on the passing game happen. No steps back.” “Th is year’s team has a high make a run.” has been big this summer, too,” With football season just Among the returnees is excitement level to it. We’re all Vander Laan also stated said Vander Laan. “If we spread around the corner, the Ferris Preseason All-American quar- ready to play right now and we that the team has been work- the ball around and are able State football team looks to terback Jason Vander Laan. As have a ing hard all summer to make to pass more it’ll make us a lot make improvements upon an a sophomore in the 2013 cam- different sure they put themselves in posi- harder to defend.” 8-3 record from a year ago and paign, Vander Laan fi nished the mind- tion to win. Without the coaches Both make a run at the GLIAC Title. season with 1,607 yards on the set this around prior to training camp Vander Expectations are high this ground, breaking the NCAA year than due to NCAA rules and regu- Laan and season for the Bulldogs as they Division in years lations, Vander Laan has been Clark had began fall camp with their fi rst II all- past,” joined by a group of 44 Bulldogs similar practice of the 2014 season that time Vander during the off season who lift ed takes on started on Th ursday, August single Laan said. every day during the week and the big- 14th. Th e Bulldogs will return season “We know ran seven on seven drills two gest focus seven preseason NCAA Division record. Jason Vander laan how much days a week. Th e junior signal during the II All-American and 14 starters Named Junior, quarterback potential caller also put a lot of emphasis offseason from last season’s squad. as an All- we have. on improving leadership, play- Carlton Johnson for the “Th e biggest thing from last GLIAC We’ve had one or two losses in ing off of the wishes of his head Senior, defensive-end Bulldogs, season is that we pick up where Second the past couple of seasons that coach. team we left off . We can’t take any Kitwana Clark Team we shouldn’t have had. We need “Coach Annese has been chemistry and leadership. steps back,” said sophomore run- Sophmore, runningback member, to make sure we are ready for really stressing leadership this “Besides working out, the ning back Kitwana Clark. “We Vander every game and if we play to our off season and developing to be main focus was to really reach have a lot of talent on this team. Laan is excited for the poten- potential we can beat anyone. a better leader. Last year we were out to more teammates and get

See Football on Page 11 SPORTS 11 FERRIS STATE TORCH August 22, 2014 Devout Bulldog Lighting up the games fan passes away New Scoreboard addition construction underway Ferris State losses one of its greatest for softball and volleyball supporters in super-fan Richie Hillman

Photo By: Corey Saladin | Photography Both Ferris State volleyball and softball venues will see visible improvments to their scoreboards. Scoreboard renovation will not be ﬁ nished untill 2015.

Photo courtesy of: Mohenk Funeral Home Megan Smith was granted with a whole new not be receiving a whole new Beloved Bulldog super-fan passed away on July,19th 2014 in Barryton Michigan. Ferris State Torch scoreboard and now it is time for scoreboard; however, there are volleyball and soft ball to experi- plenty of additions to repair and Two Ferris State sports will ence the same excitement. make the Justin Aiken watching your friends play a see improvements in their score- “(Th e scoreboard) will make old score- Ferris State Torch sport that they love.” boards, revamping the experi- the fans feel more involved board Both Hillman and ence for both players and fans. and more informed. I do know look com- Over the summer, the Leindecker were well known Both Bulldogs volleyball and we will have stats that scroll pletely Bulldog athletic family lost one around the Big Rapids commu- soft ball’s scoreboards will be ren- through, along with a rolling new. of their biggest supporters and nity as true fans of Ferris State ovated eventually, adding to the banner,” junior libero, DeDee “The most passionate fans in Richard hockey. Hillman was a model overall atmosphere of attending Dowd, said. “Th e fans will come score- “Richie” Hillman. example of how people of the one of their home games. Th e because of our skill and because board Hillman passed away peace- Big Rapids community can con- scoreboards now are simple and we are fun to watch. It will be a is being fully in an adult foster care home nect with the Ferris State sports lack modern upgrades that are bonus that they also get to enjoy Sydney Hasselbach repaired on July 19, 2014 in Barryton, programs. frequent around sporting venues the new Sophmore, catcher to look Mich. Hillman was known Not many have what it takes today. score- sharp- around the Big Rapids commu- to be a super-fan, as it is quite the Th anks to the administra- board.” er and actually show the right nity as Ferris State hockey’s own responsibility to uphold. Being a tion, including senior women’s The score,” said sophomore catch- “super-fan”. fan is easy when things are going administrator, Sarah Higley, atten- er/third baseman Sydney Hillman suff ered from well, but in the times of a slump Ferris State was able to renovate dances Hasselbach. “It will also have all Down syndrome, but that didn’t or a bad season, many people the scoreboards to make them for the the stats displayed.” stop him from becoming an can lose interest. Hillman stuck brighter, colorful, and school games are Ferris State’s women’s volley- immense fan of the Ferris State with the Bulldogs through thick spirited. expect- ball program will show off their Bulldog hockey. During the 80’s and thin, showing the merits of a Once the administration real- ed to new scoreboard at their fi rst and 90’s, Hillman would sport true fan of the crimson and gold. ized they had enough money in Deedee Dowd increase, home game on September 19 the Bulldog jersey and hat and Most people don’t realize the budget to start creating a Junior, libero not only against Walsh at 7:00 p.m. head to the ice arena to cheer on the eff ect that fans can have on better ambience at games, they for the tal- Th e renovations for the soft - the Dawgs. Students befriended the outlook of a game. Th e roar recognized that the scoreboards ent of the lady Bulldogs, but also ball scoreboard will not be able Hillman, and his glowing per- of the crowd cheering you on were going to be the fi rst thing for the new renovations and the to be used until next spring sonality and smile, due to his is unlike any other feeling out to change in the gyms and on added involvement within the when the Bulldogs start their support for the Bulldog hockey there. For the Bulldog family the fi elds. games. 2015 season. team, soon enough becoming a to have a super-fan like Richie Last year the football team Th e soft ball program will model fan in the Bulldog family. Hillman means a lot to the entire Matt “Monkey Man” program. Hillman is survived by his Leindecker is the modern day FOOTBALL from Page 10 super-fan for the Ferris State brother Paul and his wife Carol hockey team. He can be noticed Hillman; Team preps for success by focusing on leadership at every home game dressed his sisters, as a giant monkey in the stu- JoAnn going forward dent section. Leindecker relates Briglia of and Rose to Hillman with the pride he to know them better,” said Clark. the position has yet to be fi lled, more than likely is going to be Marie has and the relationships he has “Our team chemistry is very players believe the position will someone within the staff .” Forbe; gained through being a Ferris important and will be the key to be fi lled within the existing Th e Bulldogs fi rst game is brothers, hockey fan. our success this season.” coaching staff . slated for Sept. 4 at McKendree Mark, “Meeting people and hear- One setback the Bulldog’s “We are doing very good so in Lebanon, Ill., with kickoff Wayne, ing their stories about their time will face this season is the depar- far in camp,” said senior defen- scheduled at 8 p.m. Th e Bulldogs and Paul at Ferris is one of the best parts Matt Leindecker ture of defensive coordina- sive end Carlton Johnson. “We fi rst home game of the 2014 sea- Ferris State Alumni and about being a Ferris hockey fan,” tor Lou Esposito. Esposito left all know what the defensive plan son will be against GLIAC rival, his sis- said Leindecker. “Th e way I got Ferris State to become the fi rst is and know our responsibility the Lakers of Grand Valley State ter Marcia Ostrander. Hillman into being such a big fan was head coach of the Davenport so we are confi dent. Espo was University on Sept. 20. at 7 p.m. would have been 57 on August just getting to know the guys on University Panthers. Although a good coach, but the position a personal level. It just became 19th. 12 SPORTS August 22, 2014 FERRIS STATE TORCH VOLLEYBALL Bulldogs getting set for action Ferris volleyball looking forward to success in 2014

Photo courtesy of: Ferris Athletics

Richard Mead Claire Grawburg, said. “We are back-to-back matchups once. Pretty, to a transfer. Ferris State, September 19th against Walsh Sports Editor Bulldogs, Th e campaign also saw the team though, did add four freshman University as the Bulldogs will we fi ght achieve winning streaks of four signings in Laura Raminga, open their fi rst two-game home Ferris State volleyball heads for each and fi ve games, not including a Nicole Malouhos, Maria stand against Walsh and Malone, into the new school year with point and dominant eight game run from Kronner, and Ayanna Buckley to respectively. hopes of recreating last season we want October 13th through November help fi ll in the vacant spots. “(The success as the regular season to pro- 10th. “I think that we will have a team looms. vide our Th is summer saw Ferris State’s great season this year and I’m should) Th e Bulldogs fi nished up the fans with roster excited to be working with a approach 2013 volleyball season with a a good evolve as group of girls that share the same each prolonged run into the postsea- volleyball they lost passion as me to reach the same game the son. A loss to BYU-Hawaii in Claire Grawburg match seven goal,” Buckley said. “I see myself same way, the NCAA DII Midwest regional Junior, middle hitter that ends players working as hard as possible and whether semifi nals ended their stellar run with the and added giving 110% on and off the court the oppo- and capped off their 25-9 season. Bulldogs being victorious. at least to be the best I can in order to nent is Now that summer is winding Replicating last season isn’t the four fol- contribute to the team’s success. I Courtney Rehm ranked down and students are fl ooding go although, we want to go fur- lowing the know that we’re in a pretty chal- Junior, middle-hitter fi rst or in to campus, Ferris’ squad is ther.” 2013 sea- lenging conference and we all last,” Even though reproducing last son. Th e want the big title so each game junior middle-hitter, Courtney ready to hit the court and com- Ayanna Buckley pete in the 2014 campaign. year’s success is not the main Freshman, outside hitter Bulldogs should be challenging.” Rehm, said. “You will see the “Our team has a great work focus, it’s hard to not refer to roster Th e Bulldogs will open the sea- exact same team you saw at the ethic, and our roster consists their prior seasons achieve- losses came at the hands of six son at the Tampa Invitational in end of last season. Our plan is to of extremely hard workers,” ments. Ferris won seven of their seniors fi nishing their playing Tampa, Florida from September go forward, not backwards.” junior middle-outside hitter, fi rst ten contests to kickoff the careers and at least one athlete, 4th through the 6th. Th e season’s 2013 regular season, and lost former Ferris outside hitter Kate fi rst home contest is slated for Meijer madness Saturday, August 23 | 7pm-10pm Exclusively for Ferris State University Students • Free food, samples, prizes and much more! At This Location 15400 Waldron Way • Free on-campus bus service Big Rapids, MI directly to the store! Campus Bus service will pick up and drop off students starting at 6:45pm. • Deals to deck out your room!

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Motte and Rudd tagged “Bulldogs of the Year Bulldog Hockey signs on with Bauer Ferris Athletics teams up with Underarmour

At the end of every school year two athletes, man Th e Ferris State University men’s ice hockey Ferris State University Athletics has joined forces and woman, are granted the Dean Davenport “Bulldog program will kick off their 37th season of NCAA with one of the global leaders in performance foot- of the Year” Award based on how they have performed Division I competition with a new brand dressing wear and apparel in a multi-year deal to have Under over the past year. them head-to-toe. Armor support all the Bulldog teams. Award criteria reside in strong athletic achieve- Th e Bulldogs have signed as exclusive multi- Th e Bulldogs are the very fi rst NCAA school in ments, strong individual character, and outstanding year agreement with Bauer Hockey Inc., which Michigan to sign an exclusive agreement with Under academic achievement. is the world’s leading manufacturer in ice hockey Armor. Th e “Bulldog of the Year” Award for 2013-14 cam- equipment. Ferris State Athletics will have all seventeen var- paign was granted to junior goaltender CJ Motte of Th e four-year deal with Bauer Hockey will sity teams dressed in Under Armor gear head-to-toe Ferris’ men’s ice hockey program along with senior include such equipment items as skates, helmets, starting the fall of 2014. runner Anna Rudd of Ferris’ women’s track and fi eld/ visors, sticks, gloves, and pants. Th e Bulldogs women’s soft ball team was the fi rst of cross country program who has received the honor for Tickets are on sale, so get your season tickets to the athletic programs to be granted with new equip- the second year. come check out our boys in their new gear. ment and apparel. Both Bulldogs surpassed the award criteria by going above and beyond on and off the court.

Football goes into year with seven Pre-season All- Two track and fi eld athletes awarded Meijer Trio of Bulldogs named to All-American Scholar Americans grant team

With football season just around the corner, Ferris Aft er every fall, winter, and spring season Th ree members of the Ferris State University men’s State will start the campaign with seven players, three Meijer, Inc. grant twelve athletes, six women and golf program were named to the 2014 Cleveland off ensive and four defensive players that have been six men, with the Meijer Commissioner’s Award. Golf/Srixon All-American Scholar Team for their chosen as USA Football Preseason Division II All- Once spring season came to an end, two of eff orts on the course and in the classroom. Americans. Ferris State University track and fi eld student- Th e three Bulldogs included senior Trent Davison, Junior defensive end Justin Zimmer headlines the athletes, senior distance runner Anna Rudd and junior Chris Eaton, and junior Sam Stark. group of Bulldogs as a USA Football Preseason First- junior fi eld athlete Lucas Johnson, were granted In order to be eligible for the Cleveland Golf/ Team All-American. with the award in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Srixon All-American Scholar status, an athlete must Th e other three defensive players, including senior Athletic Conference. be a junior or senior academically, compete in at least defensive picks in tackle Corey Stone, linebacker Th e award is presented to twelve student-ath- three full seasons at the collegiate level, participate in Darnell Morris, and defensive back A.J. McEwen, were letes that excel both in the classroom and on the fi ft y percent of the teams competitive rounds, have a all granted with third-team. fi elds of play. stroke average under 78.0 in Division II, maintain a Th ird-team Preseason All-American quarterback Rudd was fortunate to be awarded the Meijer cumulative grade-point average of 3.2 or above, and Jason Vander Laan along with a pair of preseason Commissioner’s Award for her second time be in good standings with the university. honorable mention choices in junior lineman Adam throughout her college career. A total of 75 players in Division II were granted Bennett and senior receiver Jake Lampman represent with this honor and three of them happen to be our the off ensive unit. prideful Bulldogs. Top Dawg Pro outlook Former Ferris State hockey standout signs one year deal with AHL’s Grand Rapids Grifﬁ ns

Richard Mead National Championship game ance. In the teams fi rst of the Sports Editor in 2012. Th roughout his regu- two playoff stints, Grand Rapids lar season career at Ferris State, took home the 2013 Calder Cup Former Ferris State hockey Bonis had 28 goals, 21 assists, aft er a victory over the Syracuse standout, Kyle Bonis, signed on and plus-minus of +15. Crunch to win the AHL’s cham- with the Red Wings AHL affi li- Bonis will be given an oppor- pionship game. ate, the Grand Rapids Griffi ns. tunity to showcase his talents Bonis will be competing Bonis, who played with the in front of thousands of fans at against at least six other left and - the Van Andel Arena in Grand right wings for playing time on The Torch staff will pick one person a week, athlete or other, that we believe to have Bulldogs from 2009 through the Rapids, Mich. If this opportunity the Van Andel Ice. impacted Ferris Athletics and name them the “Top Dawg” for that week. 2013, was signed to a one-year deal with the NHL affi liate as he plays out, Bonis could join the If given the chance to play extended his hockey career into four for- immediately, Bonis will suit up Soccer head coach Andy Sclerosis), as the person chal- the pros. mer Ferris in his fi rst AHL hockey game st McCaslin, who is entering his lenged has to either donate Prior to being picked up by players on December 31 as the Griffi ns second season at the reigns $100 to an ALS fund or fi lm the Griffi ns, Bonis played one who are open the season on this slated for the Bulldogs soccer team, themselves being dunked. season with the ECHL’s Florida currently day, with the opponent yet to be recently underwent the “Ice McCaslin gave himself up Everblades. During his time with signed decided. Bucket Challenge.” for enjoyment of Bulldogs the Everblades, Bonis logged 45 on to an All in all, Ferris State has Th e challenge that sees peo- fans as he had a chest cooler points (25-20-45) in 65 games NHL team had eleven former Bulldogs play ple from every level of athlet- full of ice water dumped on with the semi-pro team and in Chris in an NHL game, with Bonis ics around the country getting him by a pair of his player received attention from the high- Kunitz, becoming the newest candidate er ups. Kyle Bonis Zach for the twelft h spot. Th e Griffi ns dunked by game coolers fi lled who were elevated about 20 Grand Rapids Grifﬁ ns with ice water, is sweeping feet on a platform. McCaslin During his Bulldog career, Redmond, are the primary affi liate of the social media even at the pro challenged the Saginaw Valley Bonis saw action in 136 games Chad Detroit Redwings. In 2012-13, level. Th e challenge was cre- soccer team as the next to face in the crimson and gold. He was Billins, and Greg Rallo. Billins helped lead the Griffi ns ated to help raise awareness the ice bucket challenge. an impactful starter at left wing Th e Griffi ns are coming off of a to their fi rst ever Calder Cup for ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral who logged 77 career points and season that saw the squad win 46 Championship. Th at same sea- helped lead Ferris to its fi rst ever of their 76 games en rout to their son, Bonis led the Bulldogs in second straight playoff appear- goals as a senior. 14 OPINIONS August 22, 2014 ferris state torch FERRIS STATE TORCH Don’t ever be ashamed for being human. Sarah Force Lifestyles Editor O PINIONS See page 15 for story FERRIS STATE TORCH Ferguson and twitter activism The Ferris State Torch VOICES is published on 27 Student Recreation Center 102 Wednesdays throughout the academic year. This student- Ferris State University run newspaper Big Rapids, MI 49307 The very real power of twitter in a very terrifying situation is printed by www.fsutorch.com/letter-to-the-editor/ The Pioneer Group. The Ferris State Torch welcomes comments on topics STAFF of interest to the general readership. Letters should not Editor in Chief exceed 300 words in length and The Torch reserves the * * * * * * right to edit for length. Letters will not be edited for HARRISON WATT (231) 591-5978 grammar, punctuation or spelling. The Torch will not [email protected] print letters deemed to be libelous or obscene. All letters must be signed by their authors and include his or her News Editor phone number. * * * * * * Unsigned editorials appearing on this page are the BEN RETTINHOUSE opinion of The Torch and do not necessarily represent Lifestyles Editor the opinion of the university’s administration, faculty * * * * * * or staff. Signed columns represent the opinion of the SARAH FORCE writer. Inquiries regarding editorial content should Sports Editor be directed to the editor in chief at 591-5978 or the * * * * * * newsroom at 591-5946. RICHARD MEAD

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Photo Editor * * * * * * SHELBY SOBERALSKI Turn the page Photographers Harrison Watt * * * * * * Editor-in-Chief MIKE CORN COREY SALADIN Two years in Torch time feels like a Reporters short few months. * * * * * * Having been at this for half of a college JUSTIN AIKEN career, I’ve seen staff turnover, I’ve seen MEGAN SMITH MEGAN SMITH changes in tradition, and now comes a Photo By: Kaila Parent | Production Assistant DEVIN ANDERSON change in culture. Screenshot of twitters newsfeed and the social movement that millions have contributed that started behind the death of Michael Brown. DYLAN PETERS HAILEY KLINGEL Often I’ve been asked what I’m most KELSEY GEORGE excited for in this position, and what may be my greatest challenge. The answer has As of writing this, my last up getting shot down. An abor- been the same for both every time. Interim Reporters week of internet activity has been tion bill ended up getting forced * * * * * * 16 staff members including our Editor- awash in Ferguson, MO. What Tyler Hanan through in Texas despite Davis’ in-Chief either graduated or left us. It’s Lifestyles Editor Copy Editors began with death of Michael filibuster. * * * * * * hard to be one of two remaining from Brown - an unarmed, college- Thanks to social networks - NICHOLE BOEHNKE my first year, knowing that many of my These arguments are falling JESSE DICKINSON bound black youth shot six times and to both the reporters on the former coworkers have moved on. away, though. The internet is our by police officer Darren Wilson ground and the internet savvy in Production Manager This new staff brings it’s own chal- most powerful tool now. Anyone - is now erupted into pot boiling their homes - this is the greatest * * * * * * lenges in staff training and comfortability can avoid CNN without a second CAILEY PAWLUK over with Twitter-driven news challenge yet to our attention in being a reporter, but what it brings is a thought - twitter news and activ- of protests, police violence and spans. It’s fed not only by the Production Assistant chance at change. ism inform and educate even the disinformation, and a genuinely developments in Ferguson, but * * * * * * Two years ago, we were fighting to stay most uninvolved. KAILA PARENT terrifying series of events. the instances and videos of other alive and in print. Last year, we were chal- The situation is like some- News of the events in Ferguson police brutality against black Multimedia Editor lenged to go forward and advance our thing out of a dystopian novel, * * * * * * and discussions of racism and males, most notably the choke- standards. This year we are challenged a story of over-militarized men CAILEY PAWLUK police militarization has been hold death of Eric Holder. to become this University’s most reliable with trigger-happy tear gas can- driven by Twitter, even more so Some authorities clearly just Distribution source of news. isters (there are videos of kids * * * * * * than any other recent news out- being gassed) and an alarming want this to go away - they hid ATHAN RYTULA It is with tenacious and truthful intent N P break. We get our news not from the name of Wilson, inexplica- that we go forward into the 2014-15 willingness to threaten to shoot NBC, FOX, or CNN, but from bly, for days. Perhaps this once, Advisor publication year. We wish to be visible, (Argus Radio’s Mustafa Hussein) * * * * * * the tweets, pictures, and videos and mace (Huff Post’s Amanda it won’t. Perhaps this is the day STEVE FOX approachable and trustworthy. Fluff piec- from reporters and civilians on when Twitter’s power truly (231) 591-2529 es and lazy reporting are not an option. Terkel) reporters. [email protected] the ground in Ferguson. becomes a force. Perhaps we Our service is for you, so take advan- It would be difficult to believe This fusion of social media won’t simply see the individual tage of it. For you, we’ve built a new if not for the tweets, the pictures, activism - things like the chilling perpetrators punished properly. website, visit and comment on it. Write the videos, the vines. Articles are #IfTheyGunnedMeDown - and Maybe something - the rac- in to us, call our office phone and let us basically lists of tweets describ- Twitter-driven news is familiar, ism, the militarization, the know you’re reading, whether you like ing the scene(s). They’re shock- but not on this scale. We’ve seen police brutality - will really, truly what we’re writing or not. Your feedback ing, but they paint a vivid picture it with Wendy Davis and the change. If not now, when? This in the end helps you receive even better of delicate situation mishandled Occupy movement. We’ve had situation is already ugly enough. news. Our staff pledges for the sake of the by the roughest of hands. We #bringbackourgirls and #yesall- If not even this can affect change, readers to work tirelessly, leave no stone have all this information because women. National news used how ugly do things have to get? unturned, and give you what you deserve. of the internet, and we have con- to mock all this, but it is now For more information on the The truth, the whole truth and nothing text because of the activism. driven by it. Many questioned or events in Ferguson, simply open Follow but the truth. So often, these things peter decried social media activism as twitter, where you can also find Most importantly, be active in our out. We get distracted, we for- slactivism, or said, as television links to donate money for food news community. Tell us when there is get, and minimal change hap- show runner Shonda Rimes put to the protesters in Ferguson. us on something that needs to be said and tell pens. Gun control regulations it,#StopPretendingHashtagsAre And they said twitter activism us when there is something awry. If there seemed inevitable in the wake TheSameAsDoingSomething. could accomplish nothing. Twitter is an opinion you wish to write, tell us. of Newtown - that bill ended We take guest columns and publish them QUOTE OF THE WEEK in the paper often. We are committed to you the reader, “Rather be true friend to one and known by none, than known by @fsutorch and we are committed to becoming a great publication, and here is your open many but have no true friends in any.” invitation to participate in it with us. -Jaga OPINIONS 15 FERRIS STATE TORCH August 22, 2014 Getting down on campus Real talk If at fi rst you don’t sex-ceed, try something else Why it’s important to talk about what you’re going through

There are many things to you won’t really care what all be said for going to college the out-of-touch, right wing, Ben Rettinhouse far from home, but the best pundits have to say about Ferris State Torch thing about venturing out- your lifestyle. Homosexual side of your comfort zone You’ll soon learn, upon sex does indeed exist and, is the previously unheard of making an eclectic variety if we’re to believe scientific amount of privacy you will of friends, that most col- observation, more pleasur- have. lege kids have one thing in able than heterosexual sex, For the first time prob- common. They love talking at least when applied to two ably ever you will be able to about sex. It’s the only time dudes getting down. leave behind all those kids in your life in which talk- And then, there’s some- you went to high school ing about all the sex you’re thing that doesn’t get talked with who, after twelve years having (or, more likely, lying about much in high school together, you’re ready to not about having) will be appro- at all: multiple partner rela- see again until the five year priate dinner conversation. tionships. If you’re the kind reunion. College lacks the Enjoy it while it lasts. And of person who finds it dif- inane drama that plagued the while you’re friends might ficult to stay committed to hallways of your high school, one person, a polyamorous only be talking about het- Photo By: MCT Campus and no longer do you have erosexual relations, believe relationship probably isn’t for to tiptoe around for fear of you. It is not, as one might Students should look into group or one on one counseling to deal with the stress of college. it or not, other methods do Do not be ashamed of your emotions and bottle them up look for help if you need it. somebody catching wind of indeed exist. For those enter- think, an excuse for one man the parts of your personal ing their freshman year with to live amongst multiple insa- life that aren’t their business the underlying knowledge tiable whores, it actually is anyway. that they might not exactly one person in a relationship Fall Out Boy wasn’t too In short, it’s the perfect be straight, congratulations, with multiple others. far off when they said “we place to have sex. there’s a good segment of If you’re the kind that (for Sarah Force are like young volcanoes.” College is the opportune people on campus who feel some reason) really enjoys Ferris State Torch Let’s be real, we all know time to do a little self-explo- the same way - and they all commitment, this might be that when placed under too ration. Let’s talk sex, shall we? enjoy having sex too. for you. If you have trou- make you inferior. Anybody much pressure, we tend to I suppose we should start at In the outside world, two ble keeping one relationship who makes you feel that way explode. Although college is the way most people below men having sex carries this going, you don’t need two is only lying to themselves. supposed to be the best years college age are exposed to weird stigma called “being more. My advice to you and to any- of our lives, it also comes sex: sex education class and gay.” In reality, it’s really just Everybody in the world body is just to talk to someone. with its fair share of pressure. porn, which teach us that two men going at it the same has a different idea of what Everyone has that one person Fortunately, there are ways to one man lays on top of one way one man and one woman “good sex” is. Now is your they can trust with anything. avoid said explosion. Like basic woman, there’s a few min- do, but with all the negative time to find out, because I Go to them and just vent. physics, the key is to release the utes of thrusting, and then hype surrounding homosex- guarantee you won’t come in Listen to loud music, punch pressure in a less eruptive, violent it’s over. According to sex uality, it’s easy to understand to college being the swag- your pillow, make art, build form. Hence, the term “venting.” ed., sex usually ends in either why one wouldn’t want to gering sex god you hoped something, or write. Just get Less scientifically, it’s a baby, chlamydia, or both. speak up about their feelings. you’d be by this point. Advice it out and be human because important for everyone, espe- According to porn, sex ends Thankfully, you live in a from someone who struggled we all have our moments. We cially us college students, to with...well, you know what, relatively judgment free seg- to find their sexual identity all need to release the pressure talk about what we’re going we’ll save that for another ment of society while you’re freshman year: be a try-sex- that we accumulate at this age. through. Let me tell you why. day. Point is, neither is exact- at college, and by the end of it ual, try everything and any- If you don’t take my word for ly true. thing at least once. We carry enough weight on our it, the friendly folks at the Ferris shoulders at this point in our State Personal Counseling Center lives. If you have something both- can provide some expert advice. ering you that you have forced Liszewski recommends talk- back down out of shame, pride, ing to a trusted friend, mentor, or fear, it’s going to take a toll. practicing mindfulness, prayer, It’s going to brew inside or utilize the counseling center. you as more time passes on “The counseling centers until it boils into an explo- “The Difference is CLEAR” research shows that about half sion and all of the sudden you the people resolve the prob- VISIT THE find yourself screaming at the lem that brought them into cashier at Meijer for bagging counseling,” Liszewski said. your dish soap with your eggs. “But here it the most impor- Renowned Experts in NEW It can alter your focus at school tant result of the research: no eyecare to serve your needs. and work. It can put you on one reported getting worse with edge around the people you love. the emotional problem that You might explode on other brought them to counseling!” & people, or you might even take From personal experience For an appointment call it out on yourself. Don’t start working at the counseling center a mental war with yourself. 231-591-2020 Complete Eye Exams last year, I can say with confi- Contact Lens Services IMPROVED “Expressing feelings is one dence that each counselor is very Open Monday-Friday of the main ways that most peo- Children and Infant Services welcoming, easy to talk to, and Public Welcome ple cope with their emotions, most importantly, they genu- Specialized Vision Services STUDENTS especially when the emotions inely care about your well-being. Over 2,000 Frame Selections WEBSITE! Besides your student discount, are overwhelming,” University If you are interested in see- Participating Provider for most you can now charge exams, counselor, MA, LLP, LPC Tom ing what they have to offer or glasses, and contacts at the Insurance Plans University Eye Center to your Liszewski said. “Expression can just having someone to talk to, FSU Student Account! fsutorch.com be verbal, but also through jour- the Personal Counseling Center naling, drawing, or meditating.” is located on the second floor UNIVERSITY EYE CENTER Don’t ever be ashamed for of the Birkam Health Center. 1124 South State Street being human. We all have feel- More information such as hours Big Rapids, MI ings, we all get stressed out, and of operation can be found on the www.ferris.edu/eyecenter we all get upset over things. It Ferris website. doesn’t make you weak. It doesn’t 16 OPINIONS August 22, 2014 FERRIS STATE TORCH Ferris State University Welcome Events 2014 Bulldog Beginnings #imabulldog ferris.edu/bulldogbeginnings

Friday, Aug 22: Thursday, Aug 28: Bulldog Welcome Founders’ Day Celebration 7:30-9pm 3-7pm Top Taggart Field North Quad by FLITE Residence Hall Association Movie Night Ice Cream Social 9pm (dusk) Sponsored by General Counsel Top Taggart Field 4-7pm North Quad by FLITE Saturday, Aug 23: FSU 130th Birthday Silent Disco Dance Party Backyard Bash Sponsored by Entertainment Unlimited, Student Government Sponsored by the University Center Association, and the History Task Force 3-5pm 8:30pm South Quad by The Rock Café North Quad FLITE Meijer Madness Friday, Aug 29: 7-10pm Meijer FLITE Disc Golf 2-5pm Sunday, Aug 24: FLITE Library Transitions to Success Cultural Connections Open House Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Student Services Sponsored by the Center for Latin@ Studies, Office of 1-5pm International Education and Office of Multicultural Student IRC 120 Services 2-5pm Sunday, Aug 25: FLITE 159, IRC 134, IRC 131 Carnival in the Quad Tuesday, Sept 2: Sponsored by Student Government Association and Rec Fest Entertainment Unlimited 12-4pm Sponsored by University Recreation North Quad by FLITE 5-8pm Student Recreation Center Tuesday, Aug 26: Wednesday, Sept 3: Social Fest Instagram Photo Challenge Get Acquainted Day Sponsored by University Advancement and Marketing 9am-3pm Sponsored by Office of Multicultural Student Services South Quad by The Rock Café 7-10pm Student Rec Center

Wednesday, Aug 27: Thursday, Sept 4: Bulldog Beats & Eats Ferris Olympics Sponsored by the Center for Leadership, Activities and Sponsored by Raquet and Fitness center Career Services and Dining Services 6-8pm 6-8pm Racquet and Fitness Center South Quad by The Rock Café Bring you blankets and chairs for a live concert on the lawn!

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All events are FREE and open to the public. For more information, visit ferris.edu/bulldogbeginnings or calendar.ferris.edu! Anyone with a disability needing special accommodations to attend these events should contact (231) 591-2685 or email CLACS@ferrisledu at least 72 hours in advance.