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SPORTS page 8 LIFE & CULTURE page 4 See page 8 to learn why athletes came from Tired of $200 boots for this fall season? Flip to owl around the country just for Doane athletics. page 4 to learn how to shop fall on a budget. ‘Blackout Day’ to raise awareness for brutality AUSTIN PLOURDE said Helena Gabrielle Val- black lives. “It’s good to understand said. Staff Writer quier Flynn, junior IDEA “Look back at the vi- what the minority students Flynn said her biggest fear On Oct. 6 there will be a member. olence against black and at Doane feel and events will with this event is that others blackout on campus in order Flynn said that police bru- brown bodies it’s nothing show your support to them,” will try and belittle the pro- to raise awareness for police tality does not make sense new,” Professor Marilyn Flynn said test by saying all lives matter. brutality. and that police should know Johnson Farr said. Johnson Farr said that “Yes you have the freedom Students and Faculty where to shoot in order to Johnson Farr said that she is concerned that no one of speech but you should not want to bring light to an is- not kill someone. historically that the cry has is asking how minority stu- use this freedom to belittle sue that has been going on “The issue itself is the fact come from our community dents are impacted by all the those around you,” Flynn for years to Doane. that this has been happening to help people understand police brutality events. said. “A lot of people on social to black community for a that there has been a lega- “You’ll never know how Flynn said people should media have been suggesting long time,” Flynn said. cy in this country and that these students feel until be allowed to protest what that this is geared towards Flynn said that of course the cry of the people being you ask them the questions, they want to protest if they only black Americans but all lives matter but how can affected is resonating more which I think is a piece that are not being aggressive in my eyes it’s about police we say black lives matter if than ever because the cry is is perhaps absent from the about it. brutality against everyone,” we do not take into account more painful. conversation.” Johnson Farr Court of Appeals coming to campus Oct. 12 LAUREN WAGNER Managing Editor The Nebraska Court of Appeals is coming to Doane on Oct. 12 to hold oral arguments for mul- tiple appealed cases in Heckman Auditorium. The court will hear four cases in their first pan- el session at 9:30 a.m. and four cases in their sec- ond panel at 1:30 p.m. This event is part of the court’s College Cam- pus Initiative, an outreach program designed to give students an experience of the process of an appellate court while educating the campus about PHOTO BY BROOKE BULLER| The Doane Owl the state judicial system, said Frankie Moore, Freshmen Zachary Renshaw and Chris Petersen attend the Faculty in Residence presentation with Andrea Holmes and visit with her two dogs that she brought with her to campus. Chief Judge of the Nebraska Court of Appeals. Area high schools are also invited to attend the arguments, Moore said. “I am one of six judges on the Nebraska Court Holmes ights for puppies of Appeals,” Moore said. “We are responsible for the country. “My first initial reaction deciding appeals from the trial courts across the JESS EDMEIRI state. We divide into panels of three judges to de- Staff Writer Sophomore Chelcey was like ‘I did not know this Mannel said she was surprised was happening in Nebraska,’” cide cases.” When thinking of Nebras- that Nebraska was on the list. she said. Lukowitz said that Our daily work includes reading the “record” ka, one usually thinks of corn, She did not know that puppy her family fosters animals, and from the lower court proceeding, which includes tractors, and sunsets, but when mills were so popular. has adopted animals from shel- the typed transcription of witness testimony and Andrea Holmes, associate pro- “It just makes you see ters in Nebraska. any documents that were put into evidence.” fessor of Chemistry at Doane the cute little puppies in the The other states that are Daily work for the Court of Appeals involves University, thinks of Nebraska, store differently,” she said. included in the group with reading records from the proceeding of the low- she thinks of something else. She said that she now wants the highest puppy mills in the er court, which includes information like witness “Nebraska is one of to adopt when she is able to, country are Arkansas, Iowa, testimonies and document evidence, Moore said. the biggest producers of puppy and will not buy from local pet Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma After reading the record, the judges read briefs mills,” Holmes said, in a pre- stores or breeders. and Pennsylvania. Holmes from each party, research the legal issues and then sentation tonight. She said Ne- Rachel Lukowitz, who has said that Pennsylvania is the prepare to decide the case. braska is one of the top seven heard Holmes speak before, states in the country that pro- had the same reaction as Man- SEE HOLMES|PAGE 2 duce the most puppy mills in nel. SEE APPEALS|PAGE 2 Doane students abuse alcohol, not drugs AUSTIN PLOURDE tity than upperclassmen. Connor’s study is that drink- Staff Writer “I see a lot of younger stu- ing impairs cognitive func- dents having a problem with tion and one does not retain Doane’s biggest drug moderation but overall up- information as well if they problem isn’t marijuana. perclassmen seem to have a are feeling ill the next day. It’s not prescription medi- good handle on how to mod- While alcohol use and its cations. erate their drinks,” sopho- consequences are a concern, It’s alcohol. more Peter Strobel said. Schlichting was proud to re- Director of Student Health “Being exposed to all of port that Doane drug use is Kelly Jirovec would say there this after never seeing alco- low. is cause for concern. hol my whole life other than In a survey sent out last “The biggest drug prob- movies created an environ- week with 126 students re- lem in my eyes is alcohol, ment in which I and people sponding, 70 percent of which people often forget is I know felt pressured to use those surveyed are currently classified as a drug,” Jirovec drugs,” sophomore Chandler not using drugs and about said. Duncan said. 80 percent don’t believe that According to the National A study conducted by Ma- drug use is an issue on cam- College Health Assessment, ria A. Polk and Tamlin S. pus. 70 percent of Doane Uni- Conner from the Department “I don’t really see a whole versity students have used of Psychology at University lot of things being used oth- alcohol within the last 30 of Otago in New Zealand er than Adderall, marijuana, days, which is about 13 per- stated that alcohol consump- and alcohol, if you consider cent higher than the national tion can affect several physi- alcohol a drug,” Strobel said. average. cal, cognitive and emotional Strobel said that Adderall A study conducted by factors, such as sleep, illness, and other prescription drugs Gary Liguori from the Uni- the ability to concentrate and are abused during critical versity of Tennessee and manage workload, mood times such as midterms, or fi- Barb Lonbaken from North and stress, which in turn im- nals week when there is a key Dakota State University pair functioning in daily life. test where students would PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY ASPEN GREEN | The Doane Owl found that freshmen have Health and Wellness Ed- Students at Doane rank 13 percent higher than the national av- erage, with 70 percent of the student body having consumed been found to drink more fre- ucator Amy Schlichting said SEE ALCOHOL|PAGE 2 alcohol within the last 30 days. quently and in greater quan- the purpose of Polk and 2 news doaneline.com Student Congress gains three senators said Twidwell. STEPHANIE HOSHOR All three new StuCo members are very involved Staff Writer on campus. Vogel is on the basketball team and Health and Medical Occupations Club (HMOC), With every new freshman class comes new Stu- Twidwell currently serves on the environmental dent Congress (StuCo) members, and this year’s committee, and Renshaw is defensive back on the new trio of members is here to make Doane great football team. again. One of the big plans Renshaw stated in his Your newly elected Doane University StuCo campaign was getting the Perry Campus sidewalk members are: Angela Twidwell, of North Platte that goes around Doane Lake repaired. Nebraska; Mady Vogel, of Gothenburg Nebraska; “This is actually being done; we are waiting Zachary Renshaw, of Sioux Falls South Dakota. for approval from the board on October 6,” said “I ran for student congress because I want to be Renshaw. a representative for the student body,” said Twid- “Right now I’m just trying to understand how well. “To give other students someone to relate exactly Student Congress works for our campus,” to, and to be an advocate for anything they need said Vogel. “From there, I just want to take con- throughout the year.” cerns we have and finding solutions and putting Each of the StuCo members had different ways them into action.” Mady Vogel of getting their message out to their fellow class- mates. Twidwell went around to everyone and hand- ed out Smarties that said, “Be SMART vote for Angela Twidwell”. With each Smartie Twidwell handed out she also informed her classmates on why she was running: free laundry and better use of Doane dollars. Vogel used #VOTEFORVOGEL on posters and also handed out candy with the message of why she was running. Renshaw handed out bracelets that said, “Ren- shaw for Congress” and “Vote for Zach.” He also talked to everyone and said, “Vote for me; I’m go- ing to be your voice and for you specifically.” “I plan to get everyone’s input throughout the year and apply it to the projects we are currently working on and will continue to work on to hope- fully get the out come everyone was looking for,” Angela Twidwell Zachary Renshaw

ALCOHOL|FROM PAGE 1 HOLMES|FROM PAGE 1 need hyper focus. worst state out of the seven because of the Amish communities that “In Frees last year Adderall was sold like candy and was not at all hard for live there. anyone to acquire,” sophomore Kyler Winchell said. “The Amish community has a different relationship with animals,” According to the Doane University students that responded to National she said. Holmes said that the worst cases come from the Amish commu- College Health Assessment, 234 have never tried crystal meth, with 98 per- nities in Pennsylvania, but never gave clarification as to why. cent never using cocaine, 99 percent never using hallucinogens such as LSD Nebraska, however, is home to over 100 puppy mills, Holmes said. and 93 percent having never used other amphetamines. She said that Nebraska has small areas where people live, but are not Strobel said the reason this could be so low is that a lot of students who considered cities or towns. Because they are not considered towns, she do use drugs, do not want to report their use due to many recreational drugs said, the laws set by the Department of Agriculture are not followed. She still being illegal. added that the large amount of rural areas is also a contributor to the Liguori and Lonbaken’s study explained the higher alcohol consumption increasing number of puppy mills. rate was due to social context that includes deceased adult supervision and Holmes said the nearest mill is “Crab Orchard puppy mill” which is ready access to alcohol on campus. about 50 miles from Crete. It is located in Johnson County and owned Again according to the health assessment, 37 percent of students who by Linda Hager and Ed Ruyle. Holmes said she has been following the drank alcohol reported that they did something they later regretted and 39 puppy mill closely for years. percent of Doane students forgot where they were or what they did and 25 Because the puppy mill is located in a small enough area, it does percent reported they had unprotected sex. not have to follow the laws set by the Department of Agriculture, said “There is no excuse for unprotected sex,” Schlichting said. “There are a Holmes. The Department of Agriculture is the group who licenses breed- number of places on campus to access condoms.” ers in Nebraska. Holmes said that the Federal Department of Agricul- Schlichting said that Nurse Kelly and herself both have free safe sex kits in ture, the FDA, has ruled the puppy mill as unfit, and has failed the breed- their offices, located on the first floor of Perry Campus Center. ers multiple times during inspections. Strobel said that he thinks there really is no way to ever completely stop Holmes is involved with Hearts United, a no kill shelter in Auburn. drug use on campus but just have students be aware of the consequences of She said the only way to stop puppy mills from operating is to volunteer, alcohol consumption like alcohol poisoning or having unprotected sex. become a vet or lawyer and most importantly, speak out.

and one criminal case, Moore said. Arguments. Any bags will be searched and asked APPEALS|FROM PAGE 1 Each case gets ten minutes for each party to to be left in the hallway of Heckman Auditorium. argue and then judges can ask questions, Moore Students can bring cellphones, but they have to be said. Students who attend the arguments can’t turned off during the session; recording devices The cases involved in the College Campus Ini- leave in the middle of the case, but they can come are not allowed. If any student would like to ac- tiative are conducted at college campuses before and go in between cases. cess the recording of an argument, they can visit the decision, where each party will argue on the At the end of all of the cases, there will be a www.supremecourt.ne.gov to access audio files. case. This allows for the judges to ask questions half an hour time slot for the audience to ask the During the question and answers session, stu- about the case to the representatives of each party judges questions. The audience can only ask gen- dents are asked to address the judges as either, before any decisions are made. eral questions about the process or the judicial ‘Judge’, ‘Justice’ or ‘the court’. Any casual ad- The Pre-Law Club is one of Doane’s organiza- system, but not specific questions about the cas- dress to the court is inappropriate, according to tions that will be assisting with the event. es, said Suzy Cochnar, Coordinator of Campus the Student Protocol. “We’re going to assist in getting the word out Visits. Students are asked to arrive to the arguments and potentially escort the judges around campus,” “This is an amazing opportunity for area high earlier than they are scheduled in order to get seat- senior Taylor Hayes said. school students, as well as Doane University stu- ing before the sessions start. The morning session In the morning session, the court will hear one dents and the community in general,” Cochnar is estimated to last from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., civil case involving child custody and three crimi- said. “It’s great that Doane is able to host this with a question and answer session until 11:30 nal cases involving first degree murder, possession event.” a.m. The afternoon arguments will resume after of marijuana and first degree assault. In the after- Students who attend will be searched by a a lunch break from 1:30 p.m to 3:00 pm., with a noon session, there will be a custody modification metal detector before entering, according to the question and answer session until 3:30 p.m. case,a guardianship case, a case involving pater- Student Protocol for Nebraska Appellate Court nity, custody and child support for a minor child $10 16 WingStreet Wings Valid on carryout, delivery, or dine-in orders. Not available with any other offers or specials. Valid only at the Crete, NE location. STA 58 Dine-In  Delivery  Carryout 845 East Hwy 33 402-826-4361 doaneline.com news 3 New marketing signs anger students AUSTIN PLOURDE Staff Writer

Keeping it one 100 on 300 Acres Shine bright like a tiger Both of these recent additions to campus come from signs that are the product of Doane’s strategic communication department. Both signs have elicited mixed reactions. “Several departments came to us asking if we could help to transition these signs into some- thing that showcases the university’s new brand- ing. Each of the three signs was designed with a specific purpose in mind.” Mike Lefler Senior Director of Strategic Communications said. The area by Miller Pond was designed as a photo op for prospective students to share their visit experience at Doane. The area by Butler Gym was placed to show- case one of the taglines from our new marketing campaign and instill pride in Doane’s beautiful campus. The area on 13th & Doane Drive’s purpose is to showcase new athletic marks in an area that PHOTO BY KUAN-CHIH WU| The Doane Owl sees high traffic for Doane sporting events. Students don’t like the new marketing signs put up around campus, they believe the signs are immature and were not a good use of Doane University resources. Lefler said that so far the strategic communica- tions department has received plenty of positive the last thing Doane should have spent its money Skala said that Doane should consider asking feedback on the new signs. on. for student input on marketing materials and oth- Some students would say otherwise. “The internet always goes in and out in the er big changes around Doane. “I think the signs are incredibly dumb and quads so having a better connection instead of a “The new ‘Earn Your Shield’ campaign was childish and I feel as if the money could have new sign would have been more helpful.” developed with great assistance from a Doane spent better elsewhere.” Senior Kim Skala said. “‘Shine Bright Like a Tiger’ does not even student focus group and in many instances, we Skala said that the money for these signs could make sense, I think they could have used a differ- will run our marketing materials through student have been used towards more computers and ren- ent quote to better advertise Doane,” Senior Ab groups to gauge response and effectiveness.” Le- ovations that many of Doane’s buildings need. Grijalva said. fler said. “Why would you raise tuition that much and Grijalva said he does not understand the point However, Lefler said, students were not con- not even use the funds to improve something for of this marketing campaign and as a student sulted about this particular initiative. the faculty and students.” Skala said would have wanted to know what the billboards Sophomore Bryan Bell said that the signs were were for. 8 of 10 Doane freshmen involved in activities LAUREN WAGNER Doane continuously excels with organizations. Recently, the Office of Campus Managing Editor student leadership, with 79 percent “I think [student leadership] has Engagement updated the Student of freshmen students attending cam- increased [in the past four years] in Leader Handbook - a book of tips Leadership. Inquiry. Value. En- pus activities and events, versus the the sense of opportunities available and tricks to delegate leadership gagement. Great Plains comparative at 67 per- and increase in visibility,” Student tasks, such as running meetings, The mission to ‘LIVE Doane’ is cent, according to the 2014 National Congress president Rachel Luko- brainstorming ideas and information imprinted on every incoming fresh- Survey of Student Engagement. wicz said. “Student leaders in broad for new or seasoned leaders. New men class. The first step of earning The engagement of students does categories are more recognized…. information about how to request your stripes is leadership - something not just stay at the freshmen level - beyond things like athletics and rooms for meetings, how to print Doane has always had an abundance seniors are more involved at Doane Greek life.” posters and how to ask for fundrais- of, said Carrie Petr, Vice President than freshmen are, when it’s usual- Student leadership on campus is ing from the Office of Advancement of Student Leadership and Dean of ly the opposite. According to the not just positional leadership, Luko- was also added. Students. NSSE, 80 percent of senior students wicz said. Students can be leaders “You all are better than every- “It’s part of what makes every- at Doane attend campus activities without holding formal roles in or- one else,” Petr said. “You guys just thing about this campus different,” versus the Great Plains comparative ganizations. don’t understand how much more Petr said. “You all know each other, at 49 percent. 55 percent of seniors “Anyone can be leaders,” said engaged you are than other campus- you’re friendly, you work together, also attend activities that address so- Mary Olk, Director of Campus En- es. If I could wave a wand tomor- live together, walk around campus cial, economical and political issues, gagement. “Every part of each or- row and have you know something and smile at others on the path - all versus the Great Plains 39 percent ganization is necessary. [To become in your bones, it would be that you of those are products of students be- average. more of a leader] you can offer to would get how great you are about ing engaged and connected outside In order for students to be engaged plan events, set up community ser- that.” of class.” in campus events, student leadership vice activities or recruit for your or- needs to be fostered within campus ganization.” Campus hit and run car accidents are increasing

JESS EDMEIRI ane for 15 years. He said that hit and to document and gather evidence. checking on it for a long period of Staff Writer runs are not uncommon because of “We can assist in determining time,” she said. the amount of cars at Doane. He also what occurred and gladly help law Travis added that she is worried, When Music Professor Danni said that they occur more during the enforcement if we find evidence re- as well, about the quality of parking Gilbert walked out to her car one winter because of slick roads. garding the running person respon- done by the students. Friday afternoon a couple of weeks “Accidents happen. Unfortunate- sible,” Hewitt said. Safety did try to Hewitt said that in many cases re- ago, she did not expect to find her ly sometimes people are unaware or find evidence for Gilbert when she ported, the accidents happen days or car dented and with paint scratched unwilling to report them,” Hewitt reported the hit and run that Friday weeks before the owner notices. He off. said. afternoon. recommends to check your vehicle “There were several large dents According to the public crime log, “(I) asked if the video cameras often to be sure of damage and me- and scratches all along the passenger there has been three hit and runs re- attached to the Communications chanical problems. side,” Gilbert said. ported on campus just this month. building could reveal anything..” she Hewitt said that if you are the After reporting it to the Doane Two out of the three occurrences said. Safety got back to her, and told cause of the accident, it’s better to Safety Office and to the police de- were reported by students, the other, her that the video footage did not re- report it, rather than run. partment in Crete, she then report- reported by Gilbert. veal much of anything. “Better to deal with it now as an ed it to her insurance company. The Hewitt said when one finds them- Junior Brooklyn Travis is con- accident, than to complicate things total damage estimate came out to selves in a situation like a hit and cerned about the issue, after hearing with additional charges for a simple $2,000. run, to call the Safety Office and let about the recent hit and runs. “It mistake,” he said. Russ Hewitt, the Public Safety them write a report. He also recom- makes me a little nervous to leave Director, has been working at Do- mends to call local officials as well, my car in the parking lot, if I’m not

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402-904-7135 www.rocnebraska.com 4 life & culture doaneline.com How to dress for fall on a budget GIBSON SHAFFER Staff Writer Doane women revealed some fashion tips on how to spice up your wardrobe this fall, without breaking the bank. From $75 sweaters to $400 Steve Madden boots, women are often decked out in designer clothing and products. College women, though, find themselves broke and unable to afford these high end pieces, but don’t they deserve to look fashionable too? Freshman Ashlynn Dale understands what college students face being on a budget, she said. “Clothes are expensive and most of us girls can’t afford to go out and by new clothes just be- cause it is getting cold out,” Dale said. There are other ways to mix up your wardrobe though, she said. “My favorite accessory to add to any outfit are socks,” Dale said. “It is easy to find cheap funky socks, they are a great add of style and quirky flare to any outfit.” By adding a warm fuzzy pair of socks you can still wear your Birkenstocks and stay warm, she said. PHOTO BY ASPEN GREEN| The Doane Owl “I love to wear skirts and dresses all the time,” Ashlynn Dale shows off her fall fashion attire. Dale utilizes her clothes through each season to stay afforable. Dale said. “I have a lot of summer dresses that I use to only wear when it was hot out. Now when it she said. get colds out, I pair the dresses with a cool sweater “Wearing your clothes in layers not only keeps and pair of leggings to stay warm.” you warm but makes it to where you can wear a A lot of money can be saved by wearing some lot of clothes that aren’t made for the cold,” Eden of your summer wardrobe during the cold months, said. “You can easily wear tank tops if you add a she said. flowing scarf with them.” “It’s easy to transform your summer clothes Scarves are a must have during the winter sea- into more fall-like pieces by simply adding a crew sons, Eden said. neck or long sweater,” Dale said. “Scarves are so comfy and they are a way wom- Dale isn’t the only woman with a trick up her en can add a pop of color or uniqueness to their sleeve. Freshman Paige Eden has her own ways of everyday outfits,” she said. bringing in the fall fashion. You can usually find items like scarves and “It isn’t a matter of buying new clothes, it’s uti- socks for cheap, Walmart employee Joanne Remy lizing the pieces you already have,” Eden said. said. Eden often finds herself in a scarf and a pair of “There are always good deals on women’s ba- boots, she said. sics clothing, things perfect for college students on “Boots are perfect for when it starts to get cold a budget,” Remy said. out, they are also a bold fashion statement,” Eden You can always find good deals online for ac- said. “You can wear boots with nearly any outfit, cessories, Dale said. “Fashion is unique to every whether it’s casual leggings or a nice dress.” woman, and there are ways to make a statement PHOTO BY ASPEN GREEN | The Doane Owl Fall is the perfect opportunity to dress in layers, without breaking the bank.” Dale spices up her outifs with unique socks. Doane alumni’ band produces album STONE HOOD man holds the melody and simultaneously slips Staff Writer with the beat into a funky 1970’s chorus where he questions, “When you fall in a dream, do you Jens Lehman, a Doane University graduate, wake up when you hit the ground?” released his album “All that We Could Do” on Lehman then continues to showcase his versa- May 27 with his band, Jens Lehman and the Time tility on the fifth track, “I Want To See You To- Cops. night”, beginning with a mild baptist rock infu- “All That We Could Do” immerses the listen- sion and stretches his voice to a soprano high on er into a truly midwestern lifestyle. Throughout the peak of his warm and inviting aura. the album, a reminiscent young man relives his However, this album would not be completed endearing college experience at Doane University. without “E.St.” Lehman begins with a Billy Joel On the title track, “All That We Could Do” rock piano intro that crescendos into pure nostal- Lehman takes the listener through up-tempo- and Courtesy Photo | The Doane Owl Jens Lehman and the Time Cops sang at Doane. gia where he describes a party where he sings in melodic beats. He uses crafty musical hooks to his melodic voice “When this night is over we’ll capture the listener’s attention and hold it through and sensitive eliciting a warm and playful pres- be something bigger than us.” Along with the in- the lead song. Lehman hits a high-point on the ence throughout his debut CD. credible saxophone solo to send the final track titled track, with flowing vocals that seem almost Where Lehman changes gear is on the aptly out with a bang, Lehman hits the nail on the head conversational alongside a beat that is nearly im- named tune “Pow”. Lehman opens with a with his EP. possible not to bob your head to. campfire esque acoustic guitar and proceeds to in- For overall album quality, I give this 3.5 stars Following the hook of the title track comes vite the listener over the summer as he states,”Take out of 5, Lehman’s band performance a 4 out of the Orchestral laden tune “May” where Lehman your time, you’re the one with the car.” five, vocals a 3.8 out of 5. compares his love with the unforgettable month Lehman then moves into a melancholy yet Lehman has potential to carve out a groovy of May. Lehman’s vocals throughout are gentle funky expression on the track,”Dreamer.” Leh- niche for himself and his talented band in the R&B and newly revitalized funk genre. TIME TIME GAME GAME doaneline.com life & culture 5

PHOTO BY BAYLEY BISCHOF| The Doane Owl A child from the community participates in a halloween themed game at the Phi Sigma Tau sorority, booth. Member Jackie Lewis helps her play the game. Groups volunteer at pumpkin festival ANNA FLORES Life and Culture Editor

The annual pumpkin festival was hosted in Crete, NE on October 2 in downtown Crete. The festival was originally put on by the chamber of com- merce last year. The entire Crete community came together with the help of several Doane Student organizations who volunteered and ran fundraisers at the event.

PHOTO BY BAYLEY BISCHOF| The Doane Owl PHOTO BY BAYLEY BISCHOF| The Doane Owl Sophomores Natalie Salinas, left, and Emma Frerichs, center, help a child play a Junior Callie Jane Vickers holds a small alligator at the petting zoo portion of the Pumpkin brain game at the Great Pumpkin Festival. Great Pumpkin Festival. Also at the petting zoo was a goat, sheep, Yaks, rabbits and rodents. Chasing the dream: from Africa to US C.J. KEENE “I hope to someday start up my own High Staff Writer Performance Center which will cater for athletes from all over the world who are involved in dif- The United States of America has been a desti- ferent disciplines and levels,” Kusena said. “I am nation for many migrants over the years. very passionate about helping other athletes reach One such individual, is Shingai Kusena, a Do- their full potential so my life is going to be cen- ane University track and field athlete, doing the tered around that hopefully.” long and triple jumps, from the African nation of Senior teammate Seth Henry feels positively Zimbabwe. about having Kusena on the team. First coming to the US in the fall 2014, track “He’s a positive person to have around, he and field has been a dream for Kusena. is encouraging, and just a genuine guy to have “It was my goal since I was 16 to come to around” Henry said. the US for college and compete in track while I Coach Ed Fye also had positive remarks. study,” said Kusena. “He has a lot of ability, more than he already Despite dreaming of America, Kusena loves has done,” Fye said. “I don’t know how high a Africa and the culture surrounding it, he said. level he wants to compete at. Our goal as coaches Completing his goal of competing in Ameri- is to get him as technically sound as we can, and ca, initially he enrolled at Lindenwood Universi- when we get there, then his ability level can take ty-Belleville. Then transferring to Doane, feeling him to any level he wants to be at.” the track program was better here, he said. Overall, Kusena feels that sports are a way to “It is well worth being here, I am living my bring nations together and build bridges between dream in America,” Kusena said. life in America and home in Zimbabwe. While being in a completely different nation “It’s almost like music, we can have language can be challenging, Kusena says he is used to the barriers, but we understand each other and we independence. join together in celebration and dance,” Kusena “It can be lonely, but I don’t think about it said. much anymore,” he said. Coming from outside America can be a chal- Head coach Ed Fye feels Kusena has had an lenge, but Kusena is giving teammates a new look impact on the team, he said. at the culture of the world. “He wants to get athletic and talent wise where “He gives every person he talks to a brand new his ability is,” head coach Ed Fye said. “That perspective” said Henry. drives him and he enjoyed it and it develops After achieving the goal of coming to America, him.” Kusena does not want to stop looking foreward. PHOTO BY ASPEN GREEN | The Doane Owl Kusena is focused on his education and is ma- “I do believe in dreams coming true,” Kusena Shingai Kusena competes in three track events at joring in Business Administration. said. Doane. The 60 meter dash, long jump and javelin. 6 opinion doaneline.com the - STAFF EDITORIAL -

Doane creating safe spaces for Doane’s LGBT commu- Of course we should ensure that students’ psychologi- doane nity is a commendable action, and providing training for cal health is protected, but we still need to provide a mean- how to best provide a safe space is even more valuable. ingful education, and that cannot be done without intel- It is important that Doane continues to provide safe lectual discussion. owl spaces to students, and we should keep encouraging every- Even if it makes students uncomfortable to discuss an Doane University one to take advantage of the training, and the safe spaces. opinion other than their own. There’s no need or expec- 1014 Boswell But across the country, the creation of safe spaces has tation to agree with everyone else’s perspective, but there Ave. become a widespread trend at the price of free discussion is an expectation for respecting and listening to opposing of new perspectives. opinions, because that’s how to get a truly well-rounded Crete, Neb. The kind of safe spaces Doane’s providing for LGBT education. 68333 communities is good. Students should have a place where It’s important to clarify that Doane’s current safe spaces they can go to voice their opinions with those who agree, are beneficial to all students, and this resource should be EDITOR-IN-CHIEF and can provide support. continued to be provided. But Doane can’t join the Uni- Bayley Bischof But we can’t allow safe spaces to encroach into the versities that are creating public and academic safe spaces [email protected] classroom. that protect students from discomfort or opposition. The best learning comes from discovering new perspec- It’d be a disservice not to provide students with the op- MANAGING tives and understanding opposing viewpoints. We lose portunity to discuss and understand the controversies they EDITOR that opportunity when safe spaces become an excuse for face each day. Lauren Wagner students to shield themselves from controversy. lauren.wagner@do- ane.edu

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SPORTS EDITOR Jacob Duhey [email protected] Bayley PHOTO EDITOR Aspen Green PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY ASPEN GREEN | The Doane Owl [email protected] Concussions can cause chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a degenerative deisease found in brains after many head injuries, and if athletes don’t take more precautions to prevent concussions, more people are going to experience the symptoms it brings; disorien- GRAPHICS taton, memory loss and depression are just a few examples. EDITOR Kelli Albracht Concussions should be bigger concern [email protected] How do you fight an opponent that there have been several high profile ath- BUSINESS AND AD you can’t see? That is the biggest ques- letes diagnosed with CTE. MANAGER tion I have asked myself in my life. To Junior Seau was a retired linebacker Dylan Lamb this day, I still don’t have an answer to for New England Patriots who commit- [email protected] this question. ted suicide by a gunshot wound to the Athletes work extremely hard to get chest. Chris Benoit was a profession- FACULTY where they are at. From high school al wrestler who, in a state of madness, ADVISER All-Americans to pro athletes worth murdered his wife and son, and then millions of dollars, the grind is daily and committed suicide by hanging. Jovan David Swartzlander injuries can happen at any time. With all Belcher was a safety for the Kansas City [email protected] due respect to athletes, however, a bro- Chiefs who killed his girlfriend, then The Doane Owl ken arm or a torn MCL will eventual- drove to Arrowhead Stadium where strives to inform, ly heal. But what happens you severely he committed suicide due to a gunshot enlighten and enter- damage one of the most important or- wound to the head in front of the head tain students, staff gans in your body? What happens when coach and the assistant coach. and faculty while you damage your brain? ZACH ABBOTT This concussion issue is even a big- maintaining high Over the last several years, the amount StaffWriter ger problem at the high school level. of severe injuries and deaths due to con- In a study reported by Ohio State Uni- journalistic standards cussions has become an epidemic. How- versity in 2014, the concussion rate of of accuracy and truth- football in the past or hockey or repeti- ever, some claim that the NFL does not tive head injuries and CTE right now. … high school athletes has doubled in a fulness. see the long-term dangers that concus- seven-year period from 2005 to 2012, The Doane Owl is the answers as to whether repetitive con- sions can pose to their athletes. tact in sports causes CTE is not known jumping up from .23 to .51 concussions published weekly at The NFL Concussion Protocol is right now.” per 1,000 athlete exposures. under the authority of a simple five-step process: rest and re- CTE stands for chronic traumatic en- I am one of those statistics, as I have the Doane College Stu- covery, light aerobic exercise, contin- cephalopathy, which is a degenerative had a total of four concussions, just from dent Media Advisory ued aerobic exercise, introduction of disease found in the brains of people playing football. Concussions ended my Board. Circulation is strength training, football-specific work who have suffered significant blows to playing career and have left me with 800. and finally, a return to full football activ- the head. Unfortunately, there is no way headaches every single day. We have to ity (The Washington Post 8-19-15). The fight and struggle every day to just live Single copies are free to diagnose this disease until the victim biggest problem with this policy is that is deceased. a normal life and not be overwhelmed to Doane students, there is no specified timeframe of when by the pain. Concussions are the most faculty and staff. CTE can cause dementia, disorienta- the athlete can return to action. tion, dizziness, memory loss, poor judg- dangerous enemy to athletes and so far, Some people are even more oblivious ment, depression, and even in some rare unfortunately, there seems to no sight The Doane Owl Edito- to the issues of concussions. In 2012, cases, insanity. This disease has been of an answer to combat this silent, yet rial board consists of: Dr. John Leddy from the University of found in the brains of several athletes deadly foe. Bayley Bischof, Lau- Buffalo said, “There is no scientifically after their deaths. Over the last decade, ren Wagner, Caitria established causal link between playing West-Warren, Haley Nast, Anna Flores and Jacob Duhey. - LETTER TO THE EDITOR - The Doane Owl wel- comes signed Letters to the Editor of 350 StuCo begins to discuss bringing back swans words or fewer. All submissions are due by To the Owl Staff, and the who has knowledge of swans prevent other migratory birds resolutions will be passed, 4 p.m. on the Monday greater Doane and Crete and their environmental im- from inhabiting our campus. however. As President, I will prior to publication. Community: pact, and Mike Hatfield, who Whenever the swans experi- intentionally table these res- Submissions should be Student Congress has been manages the care and main- ence an injury or complica- olutions until October 30. grappling on whether or not tenance of these animals. For tion, they require immediate Between this time frame, I addressed to the editor to recommend that President the purpose of this letter, we attention, which may disturb encourage students reflect on and sent to the Doane Carter purchase a new set of have summarized some of other important projects on what this means for our cam- Owl through campus Swans, as our previous set of the key points of these con- campus. While these animals pus, and express your opin- mail, placed in the box swans were retired to a local versations. Swans are terri- may require immense care, ion. You can speak to your outside of Gaylord 130 aviary due to age and stress. torial animals, and with that, they are beautiful, and have student congress senators, or emailed to owl@do- We recognize that these ani- are incredibly protective of been a tradition of our cam- join our meetings, or use our ane.edu. A hard copy mals have long been a staple their habitat. While students pus for many years. online platform (www.doane. of the letter must be of our campus and tradi- and community members Going forward, the build- edu/student-concerns). We signed in the presence tions, and further, have been walk around the lake, and ings and grounds committee recognize this is a decision of the Editor-in-Chief a pivotal aspect for the Crete across the bridge, this may within Student Congress will that will significantly impact Community. However, these induce stress on swans. This submit two resolutions on our campus and community, by 7 p.m. the Wednes- are animals that require con- unwarranted stress may help Sunday, October 9. One res- and it is essential to hear all day before publication. tinual care, and have serious explain the aggressive and olution will propose an addi- voices. The editor reserves the ecological impacts on their hostile behaviors occasion- tion of a new set of swans, and Respectfully, right to edit all submis- habitat and our campus. ally exhibited towards stu- the other will encourage ex- Rachel Lukowicz, Student sions for length and Through our Swan Talk, dents. While these animals ploring other options for our Congress President content. we spoke with Dr. Brad Elder maintain their territory, they campus. Only one of these doaneline.com opinion 7

PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY ASPEN GREEN| The Doane Owl West-Warren describes her past with Kleptomania, an impulse control distorder that she’s dealt with since her early teens. When West-Warren was irst dealing with Kelptomania, she used it to regain control of her environment, and felt guilty, because she didn’t understand the impulse. Now, she has control over it. Understand the psychology behind stealing The first time I was caught, it was another girl’s become a problem. But for most, they just take the digital camera. things that make them feel relief in the moment. My mother taught theatre classes at our local It’s hard to notice and even harder to understand. playhouse in Lubbock, Texas and I was her star Kleptomaniacs don’t see the same danger a pyro- pupil every spring and fall. The fall of my eighth maniac may see, making it easier to not have to grade year, my mom decided to dedicate all of her second guess their own actions. teaching power to the older class I had finally be- Even after getting caught in eighth grade, every- come a part of. one, especially me, was ignorant to my situation A long friend of my mother and the theater and I kept going. It wasn’t until my senior year of took over teaching the younger course. While I high school that I started to recognize just how knew him very well, for the first time I didn’t get compulsive and dangerous it was. to interact and mingle with the younger kids. The While a lot of things related to mental illness day of the productions at the end of the semes- are difficult to discuss because of their nature, ter, there was a swarm of loud little people in my kleptomania is one of the harder ones. When second home, and I had no way to assert that this language surrounding your own impulses include was my domain. “steal,” “theft,” and “illegal,” it’s not easy for ei- I was anxious. I felt invaded. I looked around ther party. As the one who is committing the acts, for something to grab a hold onto, to regain con- the stigma surrounding theft is a powerful one to trol of my environment. What I found was a cam- have to overcome. era. CAITRIA WEST-WARREN It doesn’t matter what stage in the game you’re Kleptomania isn’t an act of selfishness or spite. Copy Desk Chief at. I’ve been fighting kleptomania for years, and I don’t deny that my mother had every right to I’m still not very good at giving people their pens be as angry as she was when she found me out. problematic behavior back. But I only got to a point where that’s my I’d committed theft, as I’ve done countless times. 4.) Hedonic tone exhibited during engagement only worry when I realized I wasn’t a bad person. But I only had one tool to deal with the confusing of the problematic behavior I may have committed these acts, but I couldn’t emotions I was fighting, and it was to follow that There are also varying degrees or “types” of control it because I didn’t understand it. impulse. kleptomaniacs. There are some who may take the If you’re like me, don’t stay hidden in fear. While causes of impulse control disorders are occasional charm or trinket, equivalent to playing You’re not doomed to give into the craving for- unknown, a kleptomaniac doesn’t steal because with a box of matches for a pyromaniac. There ever. Each time I’ve facilitated this conversation, they think it is what’s best for them. Mental are other kleptomaniacs, like Marie Schrader I’ve learned so much about my past acts and how Health Daily published an article on Feb. 15 that from “Breaking Bad,” who commit higher pro- I can then overcome each time the impulse rises. gave the following four textbook characteristics of file crimes like stealing from a jewelry store. You I am a recovering kleptomaniac. I say “recov- impulse control disorders: could consider it similar to setting an old building ering,” because it will never go away. The thief 1.) Repetitive engagement in behavior despite on fire for a pyromaniac. in my mind will always be there ready to help me deleterious consequences But a kleptomaniac isn’t always leaving a trail handle my anxieties. I just had to learn to tell it 2.) Inability to control or regulate the behavior of smoke to follow. For some people dealing with I’m strong enough to stand on my own. 3.) Insatiable cravings prior to engagement in the kleptomania, shoplifting or more serious theft can

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Both fifth year stu- Corbett and Lin- dents Kevin Corbett ton having both been and Cody Linton have teammates of some of another semester left the wrestlers doesn’t in their college careers, change their relation- but neither could leave ship with previous the wrestling world. teammates, but will After their last sea- change the position in son they both wanted to the eyes of the fresh- step back up to the mat man, Corbett said. not as wrestlers, but as “The freshmen see coaches. They saw an them strictly as coach- opportunity to take this es,” said senior Chan- team to a new level and dler Knight. “When looked to tackle the people like me see upcoming season full them as coaches, but force. friends as well. We “Coaching is in my would more of a per- blood,” said Corbett. sonal relationship than “I want to coach wres- the freshman might.” tlers at a higher level Even though there because I feel like a can is a more personal re- benefit wrestlers at the lationship it doesn’t higher level.” change the fact that Corbett said the the addition of Corbett leadership role with and Linton gives the the wrestling team isn’t coaching staff more new to him. He was eyes, he said. comfortable filling the “Cody being a na- leadership role as a PHOTO BY Brooke Buller | The Doane Owl tional champion at Student Assistant coach Kevin Corbett wrestles with one of his athletes during the team’s off season practice. teammate, and is com- the weight I wrestle he fortable filling the po- Both Corbett and Linton bring youth and knows what it takes to sition again as a coach. experience to the wrestling coaching staff, head get there,” said Knight. “The techniques, the work “I felt like I was partly coaching as an athlete,” coach Matt Hansen said. ethic and will give me the tools to become the best said Corbett. “My responsibilities are different “They are able to wrestle and physically work possible wrestler I can be.” than what they were last year, and I am held to a out with the guys,” said Hansen. “They can help Last year five wrestlers qualified for nationals, different standard.” our younger wrestlers on more of an individual but this year they are working to take 12, Corbett Corbett’s experience goes beyond Doane Uni- basis.” said. versity. He coached four to six year olds at the age The growing coaching staff will be pivotal for “I would love to see us produce six or seven of 12, gives private lessons and is a national coach the future of the program, he said. All-Americans,” said Corbett. “And I believe we for team Hawaii. will place top five.” Brothers’ rivalry on soccer ield Cale Eirich me having him around was work together it gives momen- Staff Writer nice because it helped me push tum to Gabe’s leadership with Jonah’s strength behind him,” They get on our nerves, myself a little bit more.” The competition between said Assistant Coach Quinn they have our backs, without a Selby. doubt there is no relationship the two has challenged both of them to raise their level of play Whether it be competing in quite like that of a siblings. games or practice both Garbin explained Jonah. For senior Gabe and junior- brothers aim to raise their level “There’s always been a sib- Jonah Garbin the sibling con- of play and the play of every- ling rivalry, we’ve always gone one around them he said. nection is a valuable tool on at it,” said Gabe. “If Jonah and I come up the soccer field. Without a doubt Gabe’s lev- against each other in practice, The Garbin brothers have el of play has provided Jonah I give 110% he gives 110% learned to utilize each other’s with motivation he said. there’s no question about it,” strengths on the soccer field “Gabe is usually nine out of said Gabe. “By going against ten times the best player on the despite playing different posi- each other we raise the level of field, so if you can beat Gabe tions, Jonah at defensive mid the next person we go against, you set the bar,” said Jonah. and Gabe at attacking mid. and then they raise the level of “My expectation is to play at “This past year we were the next person they go against his level or better.” playing right next to each oth- and it’s just a trickle-down ef- Before Doane, Jonah and er,” said Gabe. “I could say fect.” Gabe played with each other Both Jonah and Gabe use anything and he knew exactly and Lincoln East High School, their connection as brothers to what I meant, we didn’t have and regularly competed for improve themselves and their to rehearse.” state championships. Gabe team said Selby. Gabe and Jonah have been then spent one year at Creigh- “People see us going balls training together for nine years, ton University before he decid- to the wall then that’s what ed on a change of scenery and allowing them to know the they’re going to do,” said Jo- brought his talents to Doane other’s strengths exceptionally nah. where Jonah followed. well. Jonah started practicing With one final season com- “I verbally committed to with his brother’s teams at a peting with each other at Do- Creighton to play with him young age, filling in wherever ane both Gabe and Jonah again, then when he left it the team needed him. hope to propel the Tigers and ruined the whole point of go- team up against the rest of the Through the years Gabe ing,” said Jonah. GPAC. has strived to be an example Gabe has become a leader “Obviously I’ll miss it,” and leader for Jonah. for the Tigers, being named said Jonah. “But I’ve just been “Being the older one it was captain last year, and Jonah PHOTO BY BROOKE BULLER | The Doane Owl thinking about making sure we my job to be kind of a role has followed suit. get a conference title.” Senior Gabe Garbin (left) and junior Jonah Garbin (right) model,” explained Gabe. “For “When Jonah and Gabe have been training together for the past nine years. Doane athletics gains talent from collegiate transfers Jess Eddmeiri than at Lane Community College, the college he said that other than the size of the places Staff Writer attended previously. Burgeon said that it was a big change coming For reasons including academics and finances, However, Hightower is athletic transfer to Do- to Crete, but taking trips to Lincoln and Omaha students have been increasingly transferring to get ane this year in the athletic department. remind him of home. the Doane athletic experience. According to the Doane Football roster, there Like Burgoin, Alec Hruby came from a bigger “I didn’t know what I was going to do for school are five new students on the team. The Doane city, Lincoln to be exact. Hruby is a sophomore the following year, and (Coach Fye) told me to Baseball team has three transfer students. Science Education transfer student from South- reach out to him if I ever needed somewhere to Sophomore Andres Burgoin transferred to Do- east Community College in Lincoln. go,” junior high jumper Dakarai Hightower said. ane from San Diego, Cali. He attended a junior Hruby said, Doane’s exceptional education Hightower transferred to Doane from Eugene, college, until he was offered a football scholarship program is the main reason why he chose Doane. Ore. this year after meeting Track and Field Coach from Doane. Hruby now runs for the cross country team, Eddie Fye at the USA Track and Field (USATF) The psychology major is now a kicker for the and for the indoor and outdoor track and field Indoor Combined Events Championship held at Doane Football team. Burgoin said that while team. He will be mainly running the marathon Doane in 2015. Crete is different from San Diego, he is enjoying for Doane. Hightower said that Doane’s faculty, staff and his time at Doane. All three athletes said that they enjoy Doane students are, “really nice.” “I like it here, I’m adjusting pretty well,” he as a campus, and place to learn. They said they Hightower added that the friendliness and said. all agreed that the campus felt like home, because helpfulness on campus has made adjusting easier. Burgoin is from San Diego, Cali., which has a of the friendliness, and togetherness that not only He added that making friends here is a lot simpler population of about 1.6 million people. Crete has their teams promote, but the campus itself pushes. around 7,000, according to the 2010 census. He