Legacy Above: Students Hosted a Vigil Monday to Show Support for Paris
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s u l l I Legacy Above: Students hosted a vigil Monday to show support for Paris. See Lindenlink.com for the whole story. The “Peace for Paris” design was created by Jean Jullien. Graduates #LUSupportsYou will sit with department at ceremony “He’s actually read Nicola Muscroft names for the World Reporter Cup,” said Finnegan, Lindenwood’s De- “he’s as professional cember graduation as they get.” ceremony will have While Sweeney new components, of- will read the students’ ficials say. names, those gradu- Barry Finnegan, ating will now shake the dean of Aca- the hands of the demic Services, said deans of their respec- that he and President tive schools. Michael Shonrock Some are unsure worked together to about the ceremony discuss changes for as a whole. Fresh- the event. man, Ana G. Quirós, During the previ- attended her high ous ceremonies, the school graduation in information listed December 2014. was only the students’ “It was three hours names and the degrees of us sitting there earned. Finnegan said and being told why the new ceremonies we were graduating, would also include which we already Photo by Romane Donadini previous degrees and knew,” she said. “I Members of the Black Student Union showed their support Thursday for University of Missouri students fighting racism. hometown informa- don’t see graduation Lindenwood students met at Spellmann Center’s Connection and posed for photographs with signs saying “#LuSupportsyou” tion. here to be any differ- and “#ConcernedStudents1950”. They then posted them to social media. See Lindenlink.com for related content. The seating ar- ent. At the end of the rangement will also line it’s graduation, be altered. there’s only so much “We had lined stu- they can do. They still dents up by degree have to say our names WPA gets more formal review and in alphabetical and get a diploma. I order, so a Masters do appreciate the fact this class that’s really either a “pass” or “in- of Arts in Education they want to change What do you think Essi Virtanen useful, you should take complete” within two could be sitting next it,” Quirós comment- Reporter it. If you don’t need the weeks. to a Masters of Arts ed. of the WPA? A writing test that class, we’ll test you out Edele said that as in Communication,” The first gradu- all Lindenwood stu- of it.” with any other stan- said Finnegan. ation with these “It’s a good idea, but I don’t dents must pass before To register for the dardized test, students “This year they will changes will occur on like that they are not giving graduation is now be- test, students have to don’t get individual be by school and de- Dec. 6, officials said. us a review after that. We ing reviewed, officials pass ENGL 150 and results, but if Edele gree, so they will be Finnegan said he’s ex- cannot see what we did, say. 170 with a C or better. has the time and the sitting by classmates. cited to see the new why we failed. I don’t like Professor Susan In the exam, students student requests it, she It’s probably nicer to ceremony. that we don’t have Edele, who runs the write a minimum of a will go through the es- sit by students you’ve “We have close to feedback.” Writing Center, said 450-word essay in 40 say with him or her. taken classes with.” 900 people graduat- that the Writing Pro- minutes, where they Mann said results In previous cer- ing. It’s a special event - Boyan Donov ficiency Assessment is take a side on a general are not consistent emonies, the deans of and it should be fun.” reviewed every couple argument. from year to year and each school read the “We’ll see how this of years, but this year, Grading is focused depend on a student’s names of the gradu- goes and ask for feed- “I think it’s bad because it involves a “more for- on grammar, spelling proficiency and prep- ating students. This back from the stu- you don’t have enough mal review.” and other structural aration in English. year, Daniel Sweeney, dents,” said Finnegan. time structure the exam Edele said she is factors. Timing is also a an assistant profes- He said the chang- and do it well.” aware of student con- Edele said that for- factor, she said. sor in the School of es will continue - Emilio Torres cerns, but declined to mer President Dennis The longer students Business and Entre- and more may be talk about it further Spellmann established wait to take the WPA, preneurship will be added for the May until after the review the test after he heard the longer it has been doing the task. graduation. process is completed. from the business since their composi- The WPA has been community that Lin- tion classes. required for the past denwood graduates “Writing skills, just “I feel like it doesn’t work decade and is a fre- did not write well. It like any other kind of for everybody. It worked quent cause of anxiety first appeared in the skills, get rusty,” she for me, and I understand among many students, 2005-2006 catalog. said. why they do it.” partly because only Mann said that after She said students - Jenna Raithel about half pass the test a student takes the as- would benefit from on the first try. Those sessment, a computer taking the test as who fail must take an program grades it first soon after finishing extra class, ENGL 210. and then it is reviewed ENGL 170 as possible. “I think it’s definitely a Interim Associate by a staff member. Edele said that the good tool to test how Provost Erin Mann “We want to give main purpose of the proficient somebody is said she thinks the test it a respectful, good, assessment is to en- in writing, and to test the suffers from “a prob- thoughtful read, and sure that students skills they have in writing lem of presentation.” someone from Linden- write well long after that are important in the “You take this test, wood reads every sin- they have left Linden- you fail it, you have to gle student essay and wood, and continue to real world.” take another class,” she decides,” she said. Stu- make themselves and - Sky Toland said. “Instead: Here’s dents get the results, the university proud. Design by Cayla Brown Page 2 Nov. 17, 2015 NEWS First Miss Lindenwood crowned ‘I’m shocked; I feel so happy,’ says Mary Boudreau after winning pageant
Phi Lambda Phi hosted hosts, proudly announced Lena Kirchner the school’s first “Miss the jury’s decision a little Reporter Lindenwood“ pageant. after 9 p.m. A festive atmosphere Decorated in gold and “And now, the mo- took over the Linden- black, the auditorium was ment we all waited for, the wood Cultural Center on filled with cheers when award for Miss Linden- the night of Nov. 7, when Mason Heinie, one of the wood goes to our winner Mary Boudreau!” Boudreau, a junior communications major at Lindenwood is from St. Charles, and her hobbies include scuba diving and diving. “I am shocked; I feel so happy!” she said. “This is my last year at Linden- wood, and I am going to miss it so much!” Photo by Andrea Pascual During the on-stage Contestant and second runner-up Ivy Tinnin painted a portrait during the talent contest. questions, she said that sky, sophomore and Miss tion of the contestants. in a nightgown. if she could change one Colorado Collegiate They included dance and The second runner up thing in the world, she Alexis Kadey, and student singing performances, was awarded to Ivy Tin- would change social stan- ambassador and 2015 speeches, a quick self-de- nin, and the award of the dards and make everyone Homecoming King Ethan fense class and Taekwon- first runner up was given equal. Miller. do moves. to freshman Katelyn Za- The two-hour long pag- The pageant got going In the last performance torsky. eant started with an open- with the second round of of the talent competi- The people’s choice ing number, where all 13 the competition, where all tion, contestant Ivy Tin- award went to Orf, before contestants made an ap- the women had to show- nin painted a portrait on Boudreau was given her pearance on stage and got case their active wear out- stage, which then was Miss Lindenwood crown. briefly introduced by the fits. Some of them were auctioned off for almost The proceeds from the hosts Heine and Miriah creative, such as Nicole $100. painting, as well as all do- Ludtke. Dee, who wore a golf out- The final contest was nations during the show The judges included fit, and Kelsey Orf, who the evening gown com- and raffle ticket sales ben- Vice President for Stu- wore a retro outfit. petition accompanied by efitted a good cause. dent Development Ryan Throughout the show, a question asked by the The total of $782 raised Guffey, Director of Stu- the women of the Lion hosts on stage. that night all went to sup- dent Life and Leadership Line dance team per- All 13 women present- port the Backstoppers, a Angie Royal, Assistant formed three of their rou- ed themselves in pretty non-profit organization Director of Student Life tines. gowns, with Orf show- that supports the families Photo by Andrea Pascual and Leadership Greek The next round fea- ing her witty personality of police officers and fire- Mary Boudreau was named the first Miss Lindenwood. Life Christopher Miof- tured a talent presenta- again by coming on stage fighters. Students get free stay on break Shonrock to carve Thanksgiving turkey in Evans de carved turkey, ham, have a choice, and for the the money on presents Niklas Delwhes mashed potatoes, gravy, money they ask us to pay for my family, because Reporter pumpkin pie, apple raisin you can also do a really Christmas is more im- Students can now stay bread pudding and hot nice trip,” she said. “But portant to internationals for free on campus du- apple cider. I would rather spend than Thanksgiving.” ring Thanksgiving Bre- The meal will be ak, and they’ll even get a available from 11 – Evans Commons Dining Hall & Laundry Room Hours traditional turkey dinner 1:30 p.m. at Evans Wednesday, Nov. 25 carved by President Mi- Commons. 7-9 a.m. Continental Breakfast chael Shonrock. Many students 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch In the past, students plan to take advan- 4:30-7:30 p.m. Dinner had to pay $200 for tage of the change, housing and up to $150 especially internati- Thursday, Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving) for food on campus, al- onals who can’t drive 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Presented by Micahel & Karen Shonrock most as much money or fly home to their 4:30–7:30 p.m. Dinner as leaving campus for a families. short trip during the bre- “Last year I was ak. in Chicago; this year Friday, Nov. 27 This year, Lindenwood I decided to stay 7-9 a.m. Continental Breakfast will provide food to anyo- because I don’t have 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch ne staying on campus to pay,” said sopho- 4:30-7:30 p.m. Dinner on Wednesday through more Moreira de Sunday, according to Freitas, “The money I Saturday, Nov. 28 Ryan Guffey, vice presi- save here I can spend 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Brunch dent for student develop- on my flight home 4:30-6 p.m. Dinner ment and global affairs. for Christmas.” On Thursday, Guffey Freshman Nico- said students will get to le Weiss said she Sunday, Nov. 29 eat a Thanksgiving feast thinks it is the right 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Brunch presented by Shonrock decision. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Dinner and his wife. It will inclu- “We don’t really *Note: the Laundry Room will be open until 1 a.m. Illustration by Rachel Schuldt Swing Dance champion to lead clinic performer since 2011. growth in one semester, At least once a month LaTonya Shade Frommelt and his part- reaching 35 members. the group attends events Reporter ner, Jenny Shirar, took first The club’s regular dance around town to strengthen National swing dance place in the open showcase session is from 9 to 11 p.m. their skills and to experi- champion Christian From- of the 2015 International in the upstairs dance stu- ence the swing commu- melt will be conducting Lindy Hop Champion- dio of the J. Scheidegger nity of St. Louis. a clinic with the Linden- ships. Center. For more informa- wood Swing Dance Club Club President Sarah At Thursday’s ses- tion about the club or the at its weekly jam Thursday Langston said she is excit- sion, Frommelt will teach event, contact Langston night. ed for Frommelt to come the Lindy Hop for the at [email protected] Frommelt is a profes- to Lindenwood and teach first hour, Langston said. wood.edu or Vice Presi- sional level specialist in his dance moves. For the last hour, the dent Drew L’Ecuyer at the swing-era dances. He’s Langston said the club dance floor will be open [email protected] been an instructor and has had phenomenal to everyone. wood.edu. Nov. 17, 2015 Page 3 Culture
Cartoon by Rachel Schuldt Inspired by a suggestion from her doctor Local talents ignore Nintendo conference returns tradition at ArtWalk following president’s passing receiving two new levels, tion on the release dates of Corian Wornen several new outfits, weap- the new Wii U releases of Reporter ons and games. “Star Fox Zero” and “Leg- In the recently released end of Zelda”, along with Since the July passing “Legend of Zelda: Tri new character reveals for of Satoru Iwata, the presi- Force Heroes” for 3DS, the Linkle in “Hyrule War- dent of Nintendo, fans of multiplayer option will be riors Legends” for 3DS the video game company given even more content and new indie games were have been concerned that in the form of a new level announced. the Nintendo Direct con- of the Endurance Chal- Nintendo fans hold ference videos would be lenge. hope that future Di- gone for good until last Besides these additions rects will maintain week when the first con- of content to the original the same quality and ference after Iwata’s death game favorites, informa- entertainment. was held. The infrequently held conference, known for its direct coverage of Nin- tendo’s latest products, and featuring many heads Photo by Sandro Perrino of the company, involved A featured wooden sculpture, inspired by nature, by ArtWalk participant Adam Long discussion of upcom- ing updates in its plans Mili Mena Missouri Arts Council. “We wanted to bring and also featured various Reporter “What’s special about the artists [who] are not a forms of comedy sketches. the event is that it’s very trend but something com- Last Thursday not only The St. Charles River- different; it’s very unique,” pletely new and to pose marked the first Nintendo front Art organization de- said Jarrett Cooper, presi- this in a light that is inspir- Direct since Iwata’s pass- veloped a new approach dent of SCRA. “This is the ing and encouraging to the ing, but also included a to its 10th annual ArtWalk first time that we’ve done St. Charles community in statement assuring con- event, celebrating the evo- it as kind of a pop up, one a venue that is inspiring sumers that the Directs lution of art in the con- night fair. On a traditional growth,” Gray said. will continue. gregation’s new dynamic art fair, we set up on Fri- Gray said that most of Many topics were and location for the public day, and it goes Friday the artists who partici- touched on during the event that featured various until Sunday, and it is an pated have day jobs. Some Direct, such as holiday works from local artists. all-day event. This one has people are accountants, releases and upcoming Bright colors, rich tex- been more of a celebration engineers or professors, downloadable content for tures and expanded ideas of art inviting specific art- and they do art because it games such as “Splatoon” Photo from wikipedia.org filled the inside of the OPO ists to create a good variety is their passion. for Wii U, which will be The late Iwata conducting a past Nintendo conference Startups building located within one show.” “The purpose of the art in the renovated Old Post A total of 12 artists pre- show was to provide an Office building on Main sented various art works, opportunity to show what Street along with cocktails, among them wooden they love to do,” he said. appetizers and upbeat mu- sculptures, jewelry, ab- “If they sell stuff, [that is] sic provided by DJ MERF. stract linear painting and great, if they make money The ArtWalk, which was iron works. Neal Gray, from what they do. If they held on Friday Nov. 13, SCRA Board Vice-presi- don’t, at minimum, they from 7-11 p.m., was made dent, said that this year’s have provided the expo- possible by the Arts & Cul- ArtWalk was about getting sure to their wonderful art ture Commission of the weird and steering clear works to the public and city of St. Charles and the from the traditional. that is what matters.” LU Film Series Review into an overarching one. Akira Devin King While the initial scenes Reporter that depict gang violence “Akira” is an anime that are hard to watch because tells the story of Shotaro, of their brutal nature, they the leader of a biker gang do a great job of getting in a dystopian Tokyo. the point across that the One day, Shotaro’s close world Shotaro lives in is a friend Tetsuo is captured dark place. by a group of scientists The visuals, dialogue who perform experiments and voice acting are all on him related to Tokyo’s very well done. mysterious past. The overall story is the The story is broken up best part, due to its deep into two different parts. characters and compelling The first half deals with narrative. Shotaro’s gang and how Considering its political they survive in a city run- themes in a futuristic set- down by groups of rivals. ting, “Akira” feels like a Directed by The second half is more Japanese take on George Katsuhiro Ôtomo of a horror/sci-fi film once Orwell’s “1984.” Released: the mad scientists come “Akira” will be shown 1988 into play. in Young Auditorium on Genre: Both sides surprisingly Saturday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. Anime, Drama, Sci-fi, complement each other by as part of the LU Film Se- Horror connecting smaller stories ries. Page 4 Nov. 17, 2015 Culture
Watch a time lapse of the meal preparation at Thanksgiving in your dorm Lindenlink.com. Descriptions by Viktoria Muench Photos by Kelby Lorenz A $25 meal made in your microwave Illustration by Rachel Schuldt
The turkey The side dishes Cooking a turkey in a microwave turned out to be surprisingly simple. We put a two- Preparing the sides was the easy part, as the mashed potatoes and corn already came pound turkey breast that came in a cooking bag into a covered microwavable casserole in microvable containers. After adding water to the potatoes, it only took 1 minute dish after we thawed it overnight in the refrigerator. We cooked it in 5 minute incre- until they were ready. The corn took 3 minutes to cook, as we let it thaw overnight as ments and checked it to make sure we did not overcook it. Halfway through, we added well. The stuffing mix came in a box. We added water and butter, put it in a container about half a cup of water, took it out of the bag and sprinkled more seasoning on top. and cooked it for 5 minutes. The last step was to prepare the gravy that came with the After 35 minutes, the turkey was fully cooked and ready to be devoured. turkey. We added water to the liquid and after two minutes, it was bubbling.
Apple crisp Pumpkin spice pie For dessert, we decided to try out some mug recipes. The first was an apple crisp pie This mug recipe is a variation of the classic Thanksgiving dessert. It called for pumpkin that included oats, pecans, two fresh apples, flour, brown sugar, butter, salt and cin- puree out of a can, two crushed graham cracker cookies, one egg, milk, brown sugar, namon. First, we mixed the topping using chopped pecans, oats, sugar, cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice, salt and vanilla. We mixed the puree with all the ingredients ex- salt. We tossed the chopped and peeled apples with flour, sugar and cinnamon and cept for the graham crackers, which were put on the bottom of the mug as a crust. We filled up a large mug about three-quarters full with the apple mixture. We added the added the pumpkin mixture and cooked it for 2 minutes. To garnish, we topped it with topping, microwaved it for 2 minutes and it was ready to eat. whipped cream and a pinch of cinnamon. ‘One Acts’: student-run theatrical ‘roller coaster’ by Katie Hillner, an educa- not all going to end up like and Marjorie, who argue Essi Virtanen tion major studying to be- that,” Hillner said. over Belinda’s decision, Reporter come a theatre teacher. Senior musical theatre out of her hatred of men, The play focuses on a major Mallorie Carney to have a one night stand Five aspiring female the- storyteller (Brianna How- directed “Afterwards”, in- with a woman. Prata said atre students directed this ard), who wants to tell chil- spired by real life stories of that “the courage to live no year’s “A Night of Student dren a bedtime story, until five female victims of sexu- matter what [age] you are” Directed One Acts.” The the characters within the al abuse. is an important message in student-run performance story begin to argue that “I just really wanted it to the show. featured five captivating the retelling is inaccurate. mean something and have The 30-minute “The stories that made the two- The contrast between fan- an effect on people because, Most Massive Wom- hour show feel like a theat- tasy and reality illustrates for me, that is why I want to an Wins” involved four rical roller coaster, covering the message that life is not direct,” she said. women explaining what important and humorous a fairytale. “The Mating Season of led them to get a liposuc- themes, leaving the audi- “I think it’s a good les- Flying Monkeys”, directed tion that sent a powerful ence in deep thought and son for [children] to learn by Maia Prata, followed, message about beauty and smiles. that we all grow up with changing the atmosphere body image. Photos by Mai Urai The night began with “A Disney princesses or with with a warm and funny sto- Director Taylor Palmer Will Pendergast and Megan Wiegert rehearse for “A Marriage Proposal”. Wedding Story,” directed [fairytales], but our life is ry of elderly sisters Belinda said that she wanted the audience to leave the the- mov, a hypocandriac whose sound and stage manage- ater with the message that, plans to propose to Natalia ment. “A Wedding Story” “You are beautiful exactly (Megan Wiegert) are in- actor Howard, on her ex- how you are… You need terrupted by the couple’s perience, said, “It’s a fun to find the beauty in your- relentless arguments over learning experience to be self and not worry so much trivial topics. able to see all parts of what about what other people “Even if you really like happens on a commercial see you as physically.” someone, sometimes you setting instead of just be- The night was brought can’t resist getting that last ing an actor... I think it’s to a highly energetic con- statement in there, the last one of the beautiful things clusion with graduate stu- word,” Portillo said. “In of working with student dent Rosalia Portillo’s di- real relationships, you have directors is that you get rection of Russian comedy to be willing to give, but to see them learn and you “A Marriage Proposal”, that not give everything.” can learn together... from a led the audience to end- Every person involved directing and acting stand- less laughter when junior in the “One Acts” were point, how that relation- Will Pendergast stepped on students, including those ship really affects the show Photos by Mai Urai stage as Ivan Vassiliyith Lo- working the lighting, that goes on.” Allison Krodinger rehearses as Carly in “The Most Massive Woman Wins”. Nov. 17, 2015 Page 5 Sports New coach, new players, new mission Randall explained that Phil Scherer because he had a short Managing Editor window to put together It has been an offseason a recruiting class, he had of change for the Linden- to use connections and wood basketball program, resources he had formed not just for the men com- over the years to find the peting on the court, but best group of players. also the people coaching Stanislas Heili, a 7-foot- them on the sideline. 1-inch center from Stras- On April 17, Brad bourg, France, the tallest Soderberg, the coach of player in Lindenwood his- the Lions since 2009, re- tory, provides an element signed to join the Univer- that the Lions have been Photo by Carly Fristoe sity of Virginia coaching severely lacking since tran- Junior linebacker Connor Harris tackles Northeastern State wide receiver Prince McJunkins in LU’s 17-14 loss. staff, prompting the school sitioning to the NCAA. to conduct a nationwide With his arrival, Sam search to find a new coach. Mader, the previous start- The school found its ing center, is able to move Linebacker sets tackle records man less than a month to a forward position that later as it was announced better suits his frame. Harris finishes season with NCAA Division II best 184 tackles that Lance Randall, pre- “(Heili) has extremely held the record for the past is a Division I talent kid, teammates do a great job viously the coach of Saint good feet, he has a great Phil Scherer two seasons. an NFL talent kid. He is of picking up their assign- Leo University, would be feel for the game,” Ran- Managing Editor Since Harris is only a ju- just a very special football ments which allows me to taking over the program. dall said. “He just impacts In Saturday’s season- nior, he will have the abil- p l ay e r.” make all the tackles that I After being hired in the game in so many ways ending 17-14 loss for the ity to add onto his career Ross added that for as m a ke .” May, Randall went to work because he is so long and Lindenwood football team, tackle record when he re- good as Harris is on the Harris added that al- putting together a recruit- causes a lot of problems for linebacker Connor Harris turns for his final season. field, he is an even better though the personal ac- ing class for the coming people out on the court.” recorded 15 total tackles, Should he remain healthy person off the field. complishments are great, season with very little time Brad Newman, another finishing the season with throughout next season, “He earns everything he his goal as he enters his to work. new arrival to the team 184, the most ever in a sin- it appears likely that Har- gets,” Ross said. “He works final collegiate season is to “Basically, when you’re this year, appears to be the gle season by a Division II ris will break the Division his butt off in the weight become the best leader he a basketball coach and you Lions answer for replacing defender. II record for career tackles room, in the classroom, in can be and help his team get hired, you start right four-year standout Darris The previous record for which currently sits at 517, life. He truly deserves ev- pick up more victories, re- away,” Randall said. “I got Smith at the point guard single season tackles was just 22 away from his cur- erything that he is getting gardless of what his overall hired on a Sunday, and I position. Newman, a Wis- 177, set by Jake Edmiston rent total. right now.” statistics may look like at was here on a Tuesday and consin native, arrives after of the University of Colo- Head football coach Despite the personal ac- the end of the season. got right to work on re- spending one season at rado-Mesa in 2013. Patrick Ross said he is not complishments, Harris is “I am just going to con- cruiting.” Eastern Arizona College In addition, Harris is surprised by the accom- quick to give credit to his centrate on getting better,” The result was a mix where he averaged more also now the career leader plishments Harris is piling teammates, who he be- Harris said. “I am going to of players from Randall’s than 13 points per game. in tackles in MIAA con- up during his time at Lin- lieves make all the differ- continue doing what I’m home state of Wiscon- Other new additions ference history with 495 denwood. ence in his game. doing and help lead this sin, as well as a pair of that will look to be key tackles in his three seasons “We absolutely knew he “Those records aren’t team to the best of my abil- Division I transfers and an contributors this season with the Lions. Harris sur- was going to be a star in just broken by me, they ity and pick up a few more international player from are forward Chandler passed Nate Dreiling of this league the moment he are broken by the entire wins for this program next France. Continued on Page 5 Pittsburg State, who had got here,” Ross said. “He team,” Harris said. “My y e ar.” Seasoned team ready for redemption Ivy Reynolds Gengenbacher. “We want Rocha and senior Vanessa and in games.” to be competitive and out- Zailo to take charge on the Because of this, Francis Reporter play other teams. We al- court. Rocha averaged 4.2 has switched both the of- Lindenwood women’s ways say we want parents assists per game and Zailo fensive and defensive sys- head basketball coach Tony of opposing teams to say was third overall in the tems early on to accommo- Francis has a traditional they wish they would have NCAA for rebounds. date a more aggressive style teaching style. He believes sent their daughter to Lin- Lindenwood ended of play. Ferguson feels this in hard work, sweat, and denwood.” 2014-2015 with an 11-16 will be their biggest asset. most importantly, refine- Francis said that since record and is currently “We play really hard, ment. Establishing an last spring, the team has ranked ninth in the MIAA which is something you identity that encompasses been working hard to em- poll, but Francis said pre- can’t teach,” she said. those elements has been a body this image. season standings mean Last weekend, the team main focus for his team so “We are returning 10 out nothing to him. opened their season on the far this year. of 14 girls… they set a good “Numbers can be a dan- road and split a pair of non- “We want to be the hard- tone in the post season and gerous things, and I don’t conference games with nosed, toughest team and off-season,” he said. ever use that stuff as mot- a win against Northern have the best team chemis- Fortunately for the Li- vation,” he said. State and a loss to Wayne try,” he said. “We want to ons, three of the returning Plus, that was last year. State. They will head to the compete with class.” 10 are standouts from last “We had a lot of first University of Missouri-St. This mindset is some- season. Gengenbacher, year players last year, with Louis on Tuesday. thing that Francis has in- who was named second freshmen, redshirts and “We have a little rival- stilled in his players from team All-MIAA, led the transfers,” said sophomore ry going on with UMSL,” the get-go. team offensively averaging Kylie Ferguson. “This year Francis said. “They are go- “We talk about this all 18.4 points per game. The we are more on the same ing to be physical, tough Photo by Carly Fristoe the time in practice,” said coaching staff is also look- page and more comfortable and well coached. It’ll defi- Vanessa Zailo goes up for a layup in a game last season. junior captain Kassidy ing to senior captain Jenny with each other in practice nitely be a dog fight.” Weekend Sports Recap Nov. 13-15
Wrestling Women’s Ice Hockey Women’s Basketball Wilbourn, Hamil and Swan win brackets at 3-2 loss vs. Mercyhurst University 71-67 loss vs. Wayne State College Maryville Kaufman-Brand Open 2-1 loss vs. Mercyhurst University 77-60 win vs. Northern State
Men’s Ice Hockey Women’s Volleyball 4-3 win vs. Davenport University 3-2 win vs. Northwest Missouri State 3-2 loss vs. Davenport University 3-0 win vs. Missouri Western State
Men’s Water Polo Men’s Basketball Football Repeats as CWPA Division I Collegiate Club 77-68 win vs. Southwestern Oklahoma State 17-14 loss vs. Northeastern Oklahoma State National Champions 86-79 win vs. Southern Nazerene Page 6 Nov. 17, 2015 Sports
Photo by Carly Fristoe Junior Sam Mader goes airborne in a game against Southwest Baptist last season. M. Basketball
Continued from Page 5 ing players will be senior the leading rebounder for Diekvoss, guard Charles forward Cory Arentsen the season. Rushman and guard Jake as well as Mader, both of LU opened its season Showalter. Each of these whom return to the start- this past weekend, pick- three players were given ing lineup this season. ing up a pair of victories Division I scholarships out Randall praised both against Southwestern of high school, but have Arentsen and Mader’s ver- Oklahoma State University ended up at LU for a num- satility on the roster, not- and Southern Nazarene ber of reasons, mainly the ing that Arentsen has the University. Heili recorded promise of more consis- ability to score in a num- a double-double in the first tent playing time. ber of different ways, while win, scoring 12 points and Although there is cer- Mader has the ability to collecting 11 rebounds. In tainly a level of excitement shift all over the court de- the second game, Arentsen surrounding the new arriv- pending on the needs of was the star for LU, scor- als to the team, a number the team. ing 36 points and making of key contributors remain Arentsen was the team’s seven three-pointers. from last year’s 17-12 team leading scorer last year, The team will return that will once again make averaging more than 15 home this Wednesday to an impact on the court this points per game. Mader av- open the home portion season. eraged more than 8 points of their schedule against Design by Phil Brahm The two main return- per game, along with being Maryville University.
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Letter to the Editor Policy: Startups could be the right move for you The Legacy is proud to provide an open forum successes could be every- itors at the last company the line to being a major for a variety of opinions. Samuel Horstmeier thing you’ve imagined, you worked for, and how life gamble. The views expressed herein are the positions Reporter and in the life of an entre- did your company differ- There is potential that of the individuals who write them. They are not For some of us, our ad- preneur that may not be a entiate itself?” your company could not necessarily the views of the entire publication or venture at Lindenwood rare occurrence. “If you didn’t have to catch wind as expected, any other individual member of the staff. is coming to an end, and The Entrepreneur360™ work, why would you and you spent a lot of effort To share your perspectives, please send a we will begin our careers Performance Index has come into the office?” on a project, which won’t Letter to the Editor to LULegacy@lindenwood. as young professionals. conducted a short study And, “If you were given last to your retirement. edu. Letters may not exceed 350 words, should While scanning the cur- asking CEOs of startups $1 million every year for With that said, if you avoid obscenities and must include the writer’s rent job market, it is likely what one question they the rest of your life, what have a passion for what full name. that we will come across a would ask while hiring would you do?” you’re working toward, startup company or two. somebody to tackle this I argue that a promising enjoy a small work atmo- Working for a startup journey with them. startup company would be sphere and want to have The Legacy / Lindenlink.com company would be one of They came up with sev- one of the best places to a major decision playing the coolest jobs to have. eral, and here are a couple work, in part because there role every day, maybe a Spellmann Center 3095 / 3100 There is no feeling simi- of my favorites: is a chance for extreme startup company is calling 209 S. Kingshighway lar to knowing that your “Who were the compet- success, but it does draw your name. St. Charles, Mo. 63301 Telephone: 636-949-4336 Email: [email protected] Be wary of cell phone use in the classroom paying that money, and Staff: Samuel Horstmeier Editor-in-Chief: Emily Adair are therefore not accepting Reporter the service which you’ve Lindenlink Managing Editor: Phil Brahm Ever since high school contracted them to pro- Legacy Managing Editor: Phil Scherer there has always been con- vide by not being attentive News Editor: Viktoria Muench troversy over the use of in class. Culture Editor: Jason Wiese cell phones in class. I think that cell phone Sports Editor: Brayden Parker I do have an opinion use should be allowed Opinions Editor: Tyler Tousley about whether or not stu- in class, with a large em- Page Designer: Kelby Lorenz dents should be able to use phasis on the assumption Photo Editor: Romane Donadini them, but first it is impor- that the student is not Head Illustrator: Rachel Schuldt tant to justify both sides. distracting anyone else in Business Manager: Jennifer Nickerson Some believe that if the class, which includes Paper Girl: Abby Lambert you’re paying over $20,000 the professor. Faculty advisers: Susan Weich, Neil Ralston a year, you should be able They work hard to pro- to do nearly whatever vide a good lesson plan Design by Cayla Brown you want in class without and the material will likely question. be important for you to be other students in the class pay attention. This way the The views expressed herein are not necessarily Others argue that you’re successful in the class. are not distracted by an- teacher can perform his or the views of the university. letting the professor per- All that being said, it is other’s cell phone use and her service to the students form a service to you by surely necessary that all have their full ability to to the fullest extent. Page 8 Nov. 17, 2015 EXTRAS
Featured Photo of the Week Get off the couch Mai Urai displays the campus landscape coated with fallen leaves. As the season con- Lindenwood University events: tinues, the leaves have become more Baklava Day abundant, despite the Nov. 17 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. grounds crew’s ef- Evans Commons Atrium forts to rake and shred Campus Activities Board will celebrate them. National Baklava Day with the treat. Have you taken any interesting, cute, Areopagus: Night of the Hunter funny or beautiful Nov. 17 6:30-9 p.m. Young Hall Auditorium photos recently? The Chaplain’s office will host the movie and For a chance to discussion about false religious teachers. see it published here, submit your photo to Thank You Wall Legacy/Lindenlink Nov. 18 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., 5-7 p.m. Photo Editor Romane Spellmann Center Donadini at RD757@ Campus Activities Board will provide a banner lionmail... for students to write what they are thankful for.
Trial Team Guest Speaker Nov. 18 5:30-6:30 p.m. Strength in Dunseth Auditiorium Numbers Criminal defense attorney Travis Noble will speak. Level of difficulty: Mark Sterner’s DUI: A Powerful Lesson Medium Nov. 19 7-9 p.m. Dunseth Auditorium Last week’s answers: Speaker Mark Sterner will discuss drinking and driving, and the way it impacts the drivers’ lives.
International Thanksgiving Nov. 20 6-7 p.m. Newman Center Catholic Student Union will offer foods from all over the world.
Nerf War Nov. 20 7-9 p.m. Evans Commons Indoor Soccer Court Nerf Alliance will host various team-based games.
Poetry Open Mic Night Nov. 20 7-10 p.m. Butler Loft Trivia Quiz LionSpit will host a night of performance poetry. Which Lindenwood president gave coal to 200 area families in need? Fall Chamber Series 7:30-9 p.m. A) Mary Jewell Nov. 20 Brass Ensemble B) George Ayres Nov. 21 Guitar Ensemble and Jazz Combos C) John Roemer Nov. 23 String and Woodwind Ensembles D) Franc McCluer Black Box Theater Last week’s answer: B) John Roemer’s Students will perform a variety of music. pet rabbit Three of President Roemer’s dogs Lions Got Talent joined George and Mary Sibley, Mary Nov. 21 7-8 p.m. Evans Commons Courts Sibley’s parents and others in the Campus Activities Board will host a talent show. Lindenwood cemetary.
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Prentis Boyles Julio Prato Lizzy Wasiuta Aya Hasegawa
Q: What has been your favorite class Q: How do you plan to use your Q: Who do you admire most and Q: Which part of your life do you and why? degree? why? most look forward to and why?
A: “Video production, because we got A: “I think I am going to move to A: “I admire Lion Line Assistant A: “To live in California, because to work on projects for most of the St. Louis and live off the music Coach Maggie Swaringim, because I used to live there, and I want to c l a s s .” scene. Eventually, I would like to she’s always been a great to me, is go back.” open my own studio and make very optimistic and treats everyone music at the same time.” fairly.”