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Landry Shorkey they never obviously got to expe- Torch Reporter rience North Hall, and we had this big kitchen and these big rooms Many who set foot into North and nice bathrooms,” Botica said. Hall will likely agree that it is one “But I also think it’s beneficial and of Ferris’ most beautiful buildings that it attracts people into our on campus. dorms and to come here. That’s The freshmen-only residence what people want to see, is a new- hall boasts 402 beds and er campus.” 120,498 square feet, according As compared to other dorms to the Ferris website. It was the that are not exclusively for fresh- first residence hall built since Cra- men, many former North Hall res- mer Hall in 1968, and was com- idents miss the ease and eager- pleted in time for to accept incom- ness of forming friendships in that ing freshman in the fall of 2017 as environment. its first residents. “North Hall was definitely more Ferris construction manage- homey. There’s, like, no one hang- ment sophomore Marisa Roberts ing out in the halls of Vandercook lived in North Hall last year and is or anything. Everyone kind of just currently living in the West Cam- keeps to themselves. In North pus Apartments. Hall, we were always downstairs “I definitely like North Hall cooking, and kind of like a little better. I don’t family,” Botica said. “The most think anything I miss is I made my best friends is ever going there and now they’re off campus, to beat that no and I chose to stay on campus, matter where so having that connection with you stay,” Rob- someone.” erts said. “The Ferris criminal justice soph- rooms were omore Alex Bacarella currently amazing. A lot lives in North- Marisa Roberts of people com- land Flats, but pare it to a ho- also misses tel. It was just really cool having the North Hall such a nice and spacious room.” experience. Building amenities include a “I think that main lobby with game equipment I liked living and kitchen area, classrooms, in North Hall study rooms, fitness room, one Alex more, because laundry room and lobby per floor, Bacarella there’s always air conditioning and elevators. people around Roberts, like many of the fresh- and activities going on, so it was men that lived in North Hall last more fun,” Bacarella said. “I liked year, took advantage of the study having a lofted bed, and there was rooms and fitness area conve- a lot of room I felt like. I think the niently located within the building. bathrooms were a lot bigger than “Having a very nice gym down- the other dorms are.” stairs was very helpful, especially One of the potential downsides during the winter, so I wouldn’t of North Hall is that it may de- have to make the trek across ceive some freshman about what campus to the Rec Center,” Rob- on-campus living is like in other erts said. residence halls, according to Rob- Ferris business administration erts. sophomore Danie Botica is cur- “I definitely think that North Hall rently living in Vandercook Hall, gives this picture-perfect room, but said that living in North Hall but then when you get to your was a privilege sophomore, junior, or senior liv- that draws ing, it’s difficult to keep students many new stu- on campus, especially going from dents to Ferris. North Hall to, like, Brophy-McNer- “I think defi- ney type of thing, or even Cramer,” nitely people Roberts said. “I know that a good used to, my portion of students that were liv- Photo by: Taylor Davis | Torch Photographer freshman year, ing in North Hall — almost every- call us ‘the one that I know — are now living North Hall, the newest residence hall on campus, was built with a budget of $28.15 million. It hosts 402 freshmen each Danie year and has amenities such as game equipment and a kitchen area in the main lobby, a fitness room, air conditioning, Botica privileged peo- off-campus.” ple’ because elevators and more.

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“I can do things that I actually will be doing in the future, not just getting coffee.” NEWS - Aubrey Frey - See below for story Cora Hall | News Editor | [email protected] Students give back while Fighting the flu gaining valuable experience Cora Hall we would’ve spent on labor a teaching experience,” Frey News Editor we can buy vaccine and sup- said. “So, I get to do a lot of plies instead. So that allowed the things that my supervis- Elementary school stu- us to do 1,200-1,300 immu- er does on a daily basis and dents throughout Mecosta nizations this year, which is she’s very willing to help me and Osceola counties are huge.” out with that, so I can do getting flu shots from Spec- Larsen, things that I actually will be trum Health’s clinics, which who said doing in the future, not just are primarily staffed by Ferris she went getting coffee.” nursing students. into nurs- Lombard said while the “I definitely think these flu ing be- students provide essen- clinics are important because cause her tial help to the clinics, they maybe a lot of these students aunt was are getting experience they don’t have a regular provider Brooke a nurse, wouldn’t get in school. and they might not get their Larsen said the “Most schools now don’t flu shot if [Spectrum] didn’t clinics give allow the students to do give this opportunity, so I students good experience. many injections, especially feel like it’s very beneficial “It’s showed me that I re- for kids, they just don’t see and a great program,” Ferris ally love to work with kids, it. So, we have an opportuni- nursing senior Brooke Larsen and it’s also showed me ob- ty to provide that experience said. viously how to give flu shots, for them — real practical, real According to Spectrum because we give insulin and life — that they would nev- Health Manager of Commu- things like that,” Larsen said. er get,” Lombard said. “So, nity Education and Outreach “But this is all flu shots with when they’re out of school Scott Lombard, the nursing tons of people coming in, so and graduate and go to pro- students who volunteer are you get pretty good with work- fessional careers, these stu- import- ing with needles.” dents will have experience ant to the Ferris marketing senior with kids, which is tremen- program and Spectrum Health Mar- dous. since they, keting Intern Aubrey Frey said “It’s more than giving an provide un- that the staff at Spectrum is injection to a kid. It’s about paid labor. focused on getting students assessing them as they come “We’re the experi- in, working with their fear; it’s not paying ence they about getting comfortable for staff- need. with dealing with little kids,” Scott ing, so “They’re Lombard said. Lombard that keeps really good According to Lombard, our cost about let- Spectrum was able to offer down,” Lombard said. “That ting you flu clinics to every elementary allowed us this year to ex- do things school in Mecosta and Osce- pand to as many elemen- that may ola counties, and no schools Photo by: Megell Strayhorn | Multimedia Editor Aubrey tary schools as we can, Frey be chal- in either counties closed for Ferris nursing senior Andrea Renas gives a flu shot to a student at Brookside Elementary School because labor is expensive lenge what illness days due to influenza Friday, Oct. 12. Renas was among three Ferris students helping run the flu clinic. and the amount of money you’re good at and making it last year.

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Participants of the 5k run/walk hosted by the Animal Rescue Coalition of Me- costa County got active with their furry friends Saturday, Oct. 13, in Hemlock Park.

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NewsNews 3 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 - ON THE RECORD - A roundup of this week’s crime at Ferris State University Another one bites the dust Cora Hall You’re not helping Plug walk News Editor Oct. 7, 4:16 a.m., officers responded to an Serious issues Oct. 10, 9:13 p.m., officers responded to obstruction of justice at Oakwood Townho- Oct. 9, 12:50 a.m., officers received a re- a report of minors in possession of alcohol Another one bites the dust mes apartment complex. One subject was port of domestic assault in Miller Hall. One and a subject providing alcohol to minors at Oct. 2, 4:37 p.m., officers responded to a arrested. subject was arrested for trespassing. Pine Valley Suites. One appearance ticket report of controlled substance violations in was issued and three subjects were referred North Hall. Three subjects were referred to That’s just not smart Put him away to the Office of Student Conduct. the Office of Student Conduct. Oct. 7, 10:32 p.m., officers caught a sub- Oct. 9, 12:50 a.m., officers arrested a ject driving with a suspended on Perry Av- subject who had a warrant out for their ar- Wrong room And another one gone enue at the city limits. Two subjects were rest in Miller Hall. Oct. 11, 10:55 a.m., officers investigated Oct. 5, 4:45 a.m., officers received a re- arrested. a report of breaking and entering at Cramer port of a controlled substance a narcotic I’m seeing a pattern here Hall. The case is closed. equipment violation at Northland Drive and Just put the weed down, sir Oct. 9, 9:15 p.m., officers responded to a 14 Mile Road. The investigation is still open Oct. 8, 12:13 a.m., officers responded to report of a controlled substance violation in A grave night in Bond and one appearance ticket was issued. a report of a controlled substance violation North Hall. One subject was referred to the Oct. 12, 12:00 a.m., officers received a in Brophy Hall. One subject was referred to Office of Student Conduct and issued an ap- report of domestic assault and a minor in And another one gone the Office of Student Conduct. pearance ticket. possession at Bond Hall. Two appearance Oct. 5, 11:30 p.m., officers investigated tickets were issued and both subjects were a controlled substance violation in Finch I swear it was a skunk Money matters referred to the Office of Student Conduct. Court. One appearance ticket was issued Oct. 9, 12:30 a.m., officers investigated Oct. 10, 10 a.m., officers investigated a and two subjects were referred to the Office a report of a controlled substance violation case of attempted fraud in the Allied Health The Ferris Department of Public Safety of Student Conduct. The case is still open. in Lot 4. One appearance ticket was issued, Building. The case is closed. issued 375 tickets between the dates of and one subject was referred to the Office of Oct. 5 through Oct. 11, totaling $6,295. Student Conduct. WEEKLY W RLD NEWS NEWS BRIEFS Cora Hall Catch up on news around the globe News Editor Graduate school fair Cora Hall Check out several grad schools 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23. News Editor Izmir, Turkey Representatives from programs and colleges will be set up in the IRC At least 22 people, including children, were connector to answer questions and guide students through the applica- Mumbai, India killed in a truck crash Sunday, Oct. 14. The truck tion process. For more information, contact Michele Albright at CLACS@ A high-ranking minister in India has been ac- was carrying migrants, and at least 13 others were ferris.edu or (231) 591-2685. cused of sexual assault by at least 10 women. M.J. injured. Local reporters said the truck veered off Akbar is a former journalist and is being accused the road, crashed through a barrier, tipped over A forum for change by female journalists who used to be his subordi- and fell about 65 feet from a highway. An investi- Disability Awareness Month presents a keynote address by Liz Plach- nates. Akbar is calling the allegations against him gation into the crash has begun by a state prose- ta about the declining enrollment of adults with disabilities. The forum “wild and baseless,” and he will take legal action cutor and the truck driver could face arrest after will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, in UCB 202C and is free, but there against the women. These allegations come in the hospital treatment. is a lunch, so those who wish to attend must RSVP to Maggie Walcott at wake of the #MeToo movement taking off in India Original story by The New York Times, Oct. 14, [email protected]. the past few weeks. 2018. The New York Times. Original story by Reuters., Oct. 14, 2018. The Student debates on the election New York Times. Rome, Italy Join the Ferris Political Engagement Project 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct Two retired Chilean priests were expelled from 24, to listen to students from various RSOs debate on significant issues Canada priesthood by Pope Francis as a consequence of about the upcoming election. The event will be held in UCB 202. For Wednesday, Oct. 17, Canada will become the sexual abuse of minors. It was made clear they more information, contact Dr. Christian Peterson at [email protected]. second country in the world to legalize marijuana. had no possibility of appealing the decision. This Statistics reveal that over 40 percent of Canadi- sentence comes in the midst of a sprawling sexual Kickin’ it with the queens ans have tried pot previously, and market analysts abuse scandal and echoes of doubts of whether Participate in an open discussion about mental health with the You expect the cannabis industry in Canada to reach Francis would hold accountable those responsible Beautiful Black Woman RSO 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, in UCB 203 $5 billion USD by 2020. With the regulations that for covering up the abuse. Founder’s Room. The conversation will be a monthly event with topics will be put in place for businesses, many expect Original story by Jason Horowitz, Oct. 13, 2018. ranging from mental health, domestic violence and breast cancer. For police to crack down on illegal marketplaces al- The New York Times. more information, contact Charnice LaGrone at [email protected]. ready selling. Original story by Catherine Porter, Oct. 14, 2018. The New York Times.

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4 News Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 Ferris State Torch Cheers to the weekend Family and Friends Weekend Happenings (Most events require wristbands, so be sure to check in.)

Friday, Oct. 19 Check-In 4 - 7 p.m. University Center (If you miss check-in, visit the Information Desk in the University Center.)

Bulldog Family and Friends Kickoff 4 - 7:30 p.m. University Center Stop by for donuts, apple cider, caramel apples and pumpkin decorating!

Family Movie Night 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. University Center “Ant-Man and the Wasp” will be playing at two show- times.

FSU Hockey Game 7 p.m. Ewigleben Ice Arena Ferris vs Mercyhurst home game tickets are $7 and will be on sale at 4 p.m. Display your wristband to receive the discount.

Open Skate 9:30 - 10:30 p.m. Ewigleben Ice Arena Free skating for students and family with their wrist- bands.

Saturday, Oct. 20 Check In 8:30 a.m. - noon University Center

Welcome to Downtown 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. University Center Torch File Photo Take the shuttle to enjoy downtown Big Rapids with your Ferris students and family enjoy the fall weather at the tailgate during Family and Friends Weekend last year. family. Some local businesses are offering discounts for students and their families.

College of Education and Human Services Luncheon and Annual family and friends event holds a Games Challenges 1 - 3 p.m. West Campus Community Center sweet spot in students’ hearts (Registration for this event is closed.)

Madison Kettlewell omore Kelsey McGovern said the them to feel homesick. This event FSU Tailgate Party Torch Reporter event had also helped her show can be a great way to catch up with 5 - 6:30 p.m. her family what campus life was loved ones and relax for a while, Wink Arena Many students eagerly antic- like. according to Ferris social work ipate Ferris Family and Friends “I liked it. We kind of just hung sophomore Lexi FSU Home Hockey Game VS Mercyhurst Weekend, full of scheduled activi- out and did a lot of stuff on cam- Manning. 7 p.m. ties across campus. pus, which was fun,” McGovern “I had really Ewigleben Ice Arena This year, the weekend is sched- said. “They really liked campus missed them, Tickets are $7 and go on sale at noon. Display your wrist- uled for Friday, Oct. 19, through and they really liked how friendly so it was real- band to receive the discount. Saturday, Oct. 21. Though the everybody was.” ly nice seeing event is fairly new — this being its Having participated her fresh- them,” Manning Chicago Boyz Acrobatic Team third year — the previous years man year, McGovern also talked said. “They were 8 p.m. have already made a lasting im- about how it Lexi like, ‘Ferris is so Williams Auditorium pression on many Bulldogs, such could help some Manning cool. This is so Professional gymnastics troupe performance. as Ferris graphic design sopho- students with great.’” more Sydney Hall. their adjustment Most of the scheduled events for “I loved it and to college. Ferris Family and Friends Weekend my family really “It’s nice, es- are free and take place on campus, enjoyed it,” Hall pecially for a though some local businesses are All Weekend said. “I would freshman, be- offering discounts on Saturday for definitely recom- Kelsey cause you’re participants. University Dining mend it. It’s a McGovern just getting on Most events require wristbands The Rock and The Quad Cafe will be offering $1 dis- great de-stress- campus, so it’s and can be picked up at check-in counts per person to family and friends participants dis- or with family.” nice to get involved,” McGovern the day of the event. The deadline playing their wristband, valid Oct. 19 - 21 during normal Ferris human said. to register for this year’s family hours. Sydney resource man- For other Ferris students, this and friends weekend is midnight Hall agement soph- time of the semester can cause Wednesday, Oct. 17. 5

NewsNews 5 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 Politics Going off road Corner Drawing the line

Grant Siddall The proposal has several Torch Reporter stipulations for those serving on the redistricting commis- A group’s attempt sion. Parents, children and to end gerrymandering in the spouses of partisan elected state has led to a proposal to officials, as well as anyone put citizens in charge of redis- who has held a partisan office tricting. or served as an employee of a Photo by: Hunter Pariseau | Interim Photographer Gerrymandering is defined partisan-elected official, or as Ferris vehicles can be seen driving on sidewalks and parked in front of buildings all around campus. as the manipulation of the a lobbyist for the previous six boundaries of election dis- years, are barred from serv- Campus Safety and “We are primarily a pedestri- tenance vehicles driving through tricts to give one political party ing. These rules are aimed an campus,” Borkovich said. “We campus. a majority in many districts, at keeping the process as Physical Plant discuss have an obligation to our pedestri- “One trend that we observe according to dictionary.com. non-partisan as possible. FSU vehicles operating ans to keep the campus safe. This is that many of our students are If approved through the up- “As long as the 13 selected through campus is what has prompted some con- walking around with earphones coming vote, Proposal 2 would individuals are well-informed versations that we’ve had recently on and they’re texting,” Borkovich change the way that redistrict- and get the proper information Dan Deitsch on addressing this.” said. “They’re shutting out the ing is done in Michigan, shift- needed, it seems like it should Torch Reporter In 2006, Ferris adopted a busi- sights and sounds of campus. ing power and responsibility be fair and they should be able ness policy referred to as the We really encourage pedestrians, from politicians to a randomly to come to some agreement Between clearing sidewalks of Operations of Motor Vehicles on when you’re go- selected group of Michigan that is fair for both parties,” snow during the winter and restor- Sidewalks and Lawns. This policy ing from build- citizens. The proposal seeks Ferris psychology senior and ing power after extreme weather, states emergency vehicles (such ing to building, to create a commission of 13 College Democrats President Ferris maintenance vehicles often as police and fire), university ve- turn the head- registered voters: four dem- Dani Jandura said. drive on sidewalks around cam- hicles “under emergency condi- phones off, put ocrats, four republicans and As for choosing commis- pus. tions,” snow removal and lawn the phone down five who are not affiliated with sion members, the Michigan “There’s always those really an- maintenance vehicles, and any ve- and pay atten- either party. Secretary of State will mail ap- noying carts that’ll just whip hicle with special parking passes tion to your sur- Every 10 years, a commis- plications to at least 10,000 out in front of you, and the vans,” can operate on campus sidewalks roundings.” sion will redistrict for the Mich- randomly selected registered Michael Ferris health care systems admin- and lawns. This and other policies Hughes Ferris Asso- igan Senate, Michigan House voters. In addition, any reg- istration student Kaitlyn McMann can be found on the Ferris website. ciate Vice Pres- of Representatives and U.S. istered Michigan voter can said. “There’s definitely some “Primarily, it’s the physical plant ident of Physical Plant Michael Congress. The goal of this is to apply to serve on the commis- risk with other students walking folks and the housing folks that Hughes said students should use create a more equal balance sion. The applications then go around campus, because if people have most of the vehicles that you common sense when walking amongst districts, which are through several stages of ran- aren’t watching out, those big vans see,” Borkovich said. through campus. traditionally chosen by the ma- dom selections before being can hit kids.” Many different departments “We have people that go across jority political party. narrowed down to the final 13 Ferris pre-medical junior James across campus use motor vehicles crosswalks or crossing streets Ferris business administra- applicants. Bryant said it would be frustrating in their daily work. These vehicles without looking up,” Hughes said. tion senior Margo Brown said Once chosen, the commis- for bicyclists on campus to encoun- can be used to move heavy equip- “Just people being aware of their she believes the proposal will sion must hold at least 10 ter vehicles on the sidewalks. ment from each building and deliv- surroundings and paying attention. make districts more fair and public hearings throughout the “I can see why it can be annoy- er mail. Don’t text and walk.” equally balanced, while also state to get citizen input before ing for some kids,” Bryant said. “I “It doesn’t bother me too much. According to Hughes, it is ulti- giving voters more power. a plan is drafted. After a plan don’t bike to class, but I can see I understand why they have to do mately the responsibility of both “I think people are going to is drafted, at least five more that it could get irritating if you bike it,” Ferris criminal justice sopho- the Ferris faculty and students to care about this because it’s public hearings must be held to class and have to move around more Noah Maxson said. “It helps be aware of their surroundings. going to affect the individual to listen to comments about the cars.” them travel a shorter distance, so “People do need to understand voter. I think this will let more the plan. Ferris Department of Public it doesn’t really bother me.” the basic laws of physics,” Hughes people have a say in what’s go- A majority must approve the Safety Director Bruce Borkovich Although these safety protocols said. “You might have the right of ing to happen in our elections final plan, with at least two said students’ safety comes first are in place, Borkovich also said way, but if you walk out in front of instead of a certain political Democrats, two Republicans when it comes to these vehicles there are precautions students a car in the street, you’re not going party having that say,” Brown and two non-partisan commis- driving through campus. can take when they see any main- to win.” said. sion members voting in favor. Voters Not Politicians (VNP), If passed, the proposal is the group that made the ma- expected by many to create a jor push to get Proposal 2 on more even distribution of Re- the ballot, said the proposal is publican and Democratic vot- based on what some states, ers throughout the districts. DISCOVER... such as California and Arizo- Currently, the majority political na, are already doing. VNP party is in charge of redistrict- Executive Director Katie Fahey ing, which opponents argue said that looking at states with leads to unfair advantages for similar systems, as well as get- that party and does not give ting feedback from Michigan many voters proper represen- residents, helped shape the tation. proposal. Open to everyone! Redistricting No admission charge! [ree-dis-trikt-ing] Divide or organize (an area) into new political or school districts.

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“It was like I solved the puzzle I had been trying to solve for years.” LIFESTYLES - Axel Laurain - See below for story Alicia Jaimes | Lifestyles Editor | [email protected] Solving the puzzle

Photo by: Megell Strayhorn | Multimedia Editor Part of the American Welding Society, Ferris welding technology freshman Axel Laurain practices his welding techniques in his spare time. A student’s journey towards self-identification Briana Hammontree He recalls cutting his hair short and his him,” Palmer said. Torch Reporter mother hating it, but in the end, he found the Like Laurain, Palmer is in the process of moment freeing as he started to finally feel transitioning, and one of the first things Lau- Pride Week can represent different things and see himself as who he was supposed to rain did was help Palmer in choosing a new for different people — for some, it’s learning be. name. about the LGBTQ community; for others, it’s “It was like I solved the puzzle I had been Another friend of Laurain’s, Ferris archi- just another week of October. trying to solve for years. And it just, like, gave tectural technology freshman Peyton Dalpi- For Ferris welding engineering technology me this whole gateway where I didn’t feel az, finds Pride Week as being an important freshman Axel Laurain, Pride Week is a time trapped. There was a whole new world and I time for people to educate themselves on for remembrance and appreciation. could push myself to be a better person that the LGBTQ community. “The whole reason I’m allowed to be out, I wanted to be,” Laurain said. “It’s just something to I’m allowed to use the men’s locker room Since attending Ferris, Laurain has be- not only help you become is because people before come very involved in the Ferris community. more informative, but it’s me have died for this. So, He is a part of the Advocacy for Education also a good thing to know it’s an amazing moment, of Gender Identity and Society (AEGIS), the that you’re not alone. Be- but with so much weight,” Diverse Sexuality and Gender Alliance (DSA- cause this is something Laurain said. GA), American Welding Society (AWS) and is that is fairly new, as in be- A transgender student, a chorus member of the upcoming musical, ing acceptable, so a lot of Laurain remembers grow- “Mamma Mia.” people still have that fear Peyton ing up and struggling to fit Laurain met many friends, including Fer- to come out, unfortunate- Dalpiaz into the norms of society’s ris graphic design freshman Jax Palmer. ly,” Dalpiaz said. Axel structured gender roles. Although the two hardly spoke, they were For Laurain, Pride Week is more than just Laurain “For the longest time I drawn to one another a week. It is a time that is a bittersweet, som- faked being a girl. Someone would tell me when they met during ori- ber and an impactful part of history in the to wear my hair down and I would do it. Any entation. LGBTQ community. Because of this, Laurain small comment someone would make, I “During Make S’More spent Pride Week participating at a display would adjust my life to it just so I could pass Friends, when I first start- table in hopes of informing students on gen- as a real girl. And eventually I just got sick ed talking to Axel, I knew der, gender identity and the gender spec- of it. I was like, ‘I can’t keep living this life that I could trust him im- trum. just because it’s what others want,’” Laurain mediately and I knew he said. was going to be an impact Jax Within that year, Laurain came out first to Palmer on my life. And in many, his friends, his sister and finally his parents. many ways, I look up to

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PHASES OF MOVING TO A NEW PLACE Far from home 1. Honeymoon Phase - 4. Independence/ Excited by all the changes Autonomy Phase - of a new environment. Enthusiastic again and able to integrate new experi- 2. Difficult/Shock Phase - ences as trust develops Feeling nervous and un- to function well in the new certain; maybe experience situation. This can be a time physical symptoms; maybe of energy and creativity with feel lonely, missing the famil- widened experience bringing iarity of home relationships; fresh opportunities. maybe want to withdraw; feel tearful/irritated/upset. 3. Recovery Phase - Begin to feel OK.

GET THROUGH HOMESICKNESS • Make your room feel as much like a new home as you can. Make it lived in, but cared for. • Value friends as you make them. Be open to potential friends, even though they won’t replace the family and friends you miss. • Talk to friends about how you feel. You are not alone. • Give yourself permission to enjoy things where you are, Photo by: Kaitlyn Kirchner | Torch Photographer even if you miss home a lot. Notice the symptoms of homesickness and remember that home is just a phone call away. • Look after your physical well-being. Do not neglect your- self. Sleep, food and exercise are all important. Many Bulldogs traveled several hours to come to On your own, or not Ferris, leaving their family and friends behind in their • Be realistic about when and to what extent you will feel hometowns. With the help of technology, students can better. call, text and FaceTime their families when they’re in alone? need of some extra love. “Students could also have their family visit them. That Holly Baker way, they would bring a little bit of ‘home’ with them,” Torch Reporter Ferris hospitality junior Becky Pioch said. PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL SYMPTOMS Though there are ways for students to keep in touch While many students are nervous about their first with their loved ones, Ferris Birkam Health Counselor time away from home, Ferris pre-nursing freshman Jess Mark VanLent encounters students with homesickness Loss of Disrupted Smith is thankful she was plugged into the community often. concentration menstrual cycle due to events hosted by her Resident Advisors. “Close contact with family is important for mental “I was lonely my first week of college, which made me health. Students should be calling their parents or sib- Nausea, ling often. I am a big advocate of this,” VanLent said. Crying and headaches miss my family a lot. I started going to the events that sadness my dorm put on, and through those, I met some of the While getting involved and making new friends is cru- or dizziness people that I am close to now. I try to approach and talk cial for a student’s growth, it is important for students to to people as much as I can,” Smith said. look after their mental health, as well. Difficulty in Trembling and According to the Washington Post, about 58 percent “It’s important for students to get involved. Students sleeping or feeling either too of high school graduates go to college within 100 miles go through a phase of being infatuated with this new eating hot or too cold of home. However, many students struggle with the place and excited to be on their own, but most students The above information transition of being away at college. have never been on their own before. It’s a lot of pres- Waves of was found on warwick.ac.uk The more students get involved in their community, sure for a student,” VanLent said. emotion the more they will realize other people are going through If you are struggling with homesickness, contact the Graphic by: Hannah Way | Production Assistant the same things they are. Birkam Health Counseling Center at (231) 591-5968.

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8 Lifestyles Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 Ferris State Torch

The Roaring Bulldogs Feathers, flappers and jazz

Holly Baker “We knew that we wanted to throw a Torch Reporter Halloween party, and we voted on a lot of different ideas. We had so many ideas that Halloween 2018 will go back to the we voted on, we even had a medieval par- 1920s, thanks to a Speakeasy Costume ty idea, but we thought Party being held at the Old Jail in Big Rap- that a 1920s party is ids. something that a lot of The party, hosted by honors history college students would fraternity Phi Alpha Theta, will be 6 to 10 be attracted to,” Ferris p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25. The party invites nursing senior Janina students for a night of music, dancing and Clinton said. ‘20s-inspired costumes. All students are in- “Our Halloween party Stephen vited and encouraged will be on the top floor of Bottke to wear a “Great Gats- the Old Jail. We wanted by”-themed costume, to do something that but any costume will do. The party will have appeals to the masses, dancing, mocktails and food. Ferris history and we know from pop and digital media junior Stephen Bottke is culture that people ro- especially excited about the event. Meg manticize the 1920s. “The price to get in is $3 a person and Corner We decided that our Hal- $5 a couple. I’m very excited for the party. loween party had to be I’m excited to get a group of people togeth- speakeasy-themed,” Ferris history senior er and just hang out and have fun,” Bottke and Phi Alpha Theta Secretary Meg Corner said. said. Party guests are requested to say the Passionate about the past, Phi Alpha password, “Huey sent me,” to be allowed Theta is a democratic society that hold- into the party. For more information, con- sweekly meetings, goes to conferences tact Corner at [email protected]. and enjoys intelligent conversations about historical topics.

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LifestylesLifestyles 9 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 Perfecting their performance

“Mamma Mia” to take the stage in November

Marissa Russell “The cast is pretty female Interim Reporter heavy, but the male roles in it are pretty prominent in that With about 80 students au- they’re not just after thoughts. ditioning for every Ferris play, They’re pretty well-developed this fall’s chosen cast will be characters,” Birdwell said. performing the hit musical While there are many stu- “Mamma Mia” this coming No- dents who will take the stage vember. come November, the show “As a huge fan of musical couldn’t go on without the theatre myself, I almost wish I people behind the scenes wasn’t in the show, just so that working just as hard. Ferris en- I could see it performed,” Fer- vironmental biology senior and ris secondary education soph- Mamma Mia stage manager Photo by: Taylor Davis | Torch Photographer omore Aaron Birdwell said. Amber Hubbard deals with the “Mamma Mia” cast members are all smiles as they rehearse their lines in preparation for opening night. Birdwell will be performing many important responsibili- as Harry in the musical. Sim- ties. ilar to the original movie, this “Without people like myself musical will include songs and the other crew members from the second Mamma Mia the show can’t really go on,” movie, as well. Hubbard said. Rehearsing every weekday Whether they are on stage from 7 to 10 p.m., the cast performing or in charge of spent their late nights recit- props, lights and sound, these ing lines, working on chore- Bulldogs are preparing for a ography and perfecting their memorable opening night. accents. The performance in- Mamma Mia will be showing Date: Thursday, Nov. 1 - Sunday, Nov. 4 cludes students with majors 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 1 Time: 7:30 p.m. Thursday - Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday ranging from dental hygiene through Saturday, Nov. 3, and Location: Williams Auditorium to environmental biology, and at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, Price: $5 per student with both male and female at Williams Auditorium. Tickets roles. will be $5 for students. Graphic by: Hannah Way | Production Assistant Stop by...

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10 Sports Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 Ferris State Torch

“A close group of guys away from the rink are likely to perform better in games.” SPORTS - Dominic Lutz - See page 11 for story Brendan Samuels | Sports Editor | [email protected] The bone stays anchored

Photos by: Megell Strayhorn | Multimedia Editor The Ferris football team earned a hard-fought victory over the Grand Valley State Lakers, taking home the Anchor-Bone Classic trophy with a 35-31 win. Anchor-Bone trophy remains with the Bulldogs Brendan Samuels and Mollie Hamelund urday, Oct. 13, as they allowed the Lakers to jump out to ing into the fourth quarter. Sports Editor and Torch Reporter a 10-0 lead in the first quarter. The Bulldogs attempted to “For the most part, it’s risk-reward strike back quickly but were left scoreless in the first. when you pass,” Annese said. “[GVSU Five minutes were left in the fourth quarter of Ferris foot- The second quarter saw Ferris’ offense come alive. Camp- quarterback Bart Williams] made a lot of ball’s annual rivalry game with Grand Valley State University bell was determined to chip away at the lead, connecting plays. The receivers made a ton of plays, (GVSU) when Ferris head coach Tony Annese reached into with Ferris senior receiver Keyondre Craig on a 15-yard but you also have opportunities for a pick- his bag of tricks. touchdown pass. The Bulldogs weren’t happy trailing by six and some interceptions, so that was Ferris junior quarterback Jayru Campbell tossed the ball three, so Campbell rushed the ball into the endzone on the key.” to Ferris junior receiver Jevon Shaw on an apparent run. next drive to give the Bulldogs their first lead of the game. With the Lakers driving down the field Tony Shaw didn’t run, though. He quickly looked to his left where GVSU found the endzone one final time in the second Annese looking to overcome the 35-31 deficit, Campbell stood ready to deliver a fatal blow. quarter to give them a 17-14 lead heading into halftime. Stephenson delivered a fatal blow with Shaw cocked his arm back, found Campbell and delivered The Lakers scored first in the second half, but the Bull- his second interception of the game, clinching the victory a 31-yard dagger in what would be the difference in the Bull- dogs came back quickly with an 80-yard touchdown pass for the Dawgs. dogs’ 35-31 victory. to Ferris redshirt freshman receiver Sy Barnett to cut the The huge victory over the nation’s No. 2 ranked team Although fans may have been excited to see the rivalry Lakers’ lead to just three points. gives the Bulldogs a 7-0 record on the year. pan out in favor of the Bulldogs, Annese wasn’t impressed. GVSU looked like they were on a roll, quickly rushing down Ferris will be back in action when they take on the Sagi- “It’s one win,” Annese said. “You’re not going to get me the field on their next possession. The Bulldogs’ defense put naw Valley State University Cardinals 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. too excited about this win for sure.” an end to it with a pick-six for Ferris junior linebacker Delon 20, at the Cardinals’ Harvey Randall Wickes Memorial Sta- The Bulldogs had a slow start to the rivalry game Sat- Stephenson, bringing the Bulldogs in with a 28-24 lead go- dium. 11

SportsSports 11 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 Ice, ice baby

THIS WEEKEND’S SPORTS FOR FERRIS Friday, Oct. 19: • Women’s soccer vs. GVSU at 4 p.m. Photo by: Kaitlyn Kirchner | Torch Photographer • Men’s vs. Grand Rapids CC at 7 p.m. Ferris senior forward Corey Mackin prepares for a face-off in the Bulldogs’ 3-1 victory over the U.S. Under-18 team. • Hockey vs. Mercyhurst (Pennsylvania) at 7:07 p.m.

Bulldog hockey produces mixed bag in early season Saturday, Oct. 20: Danny Collins able early in the season definitely helps the team find • Men’s & Women’s Cross Country at Wayne State Torch Reporter success.” D2 Invitational However, it seems confidence wasn’t enough to pro- • Women’s at Northwood at 10 a.m. Fire up the Zamboni, because Ferris hockey is back. pel the Bulldogs to a winning record when they took • Football at SVSU at 1 p.m. The Bulldogs opened their 2018-19 season with on Western Michigan University Friday, Oct. 12, and • Women’s vs. Northwood at 3 p.m. two exhibition games against the U.S. Under-18 team Saturday, Oct. 13. • Hockey vs. Mercyhurst (Pennsylvania) at 7:07 Saturday, Oct. 6, and the University of Lethbridge Sun- The No. 18 nationally ranked Western Michigan Uni- p.m. day, Oct. 7. versity Broncos struck the Bulldogs quickly and steadi- Ferris began with a 3-1 victory over some of the ly, recording four goals in the first period of Friday’s nation’s top prospects in their matchup with the U.S. matchup before the Bulldogs came back but - Under-18 team. ly lost 4-3. Sunday, Oct. 21: Momentum then carried into their matchup with the “We didn’t play great,” Ferris hockey head coach • Women’s Tennis at SVSU at 10 a.m. University of Lethbridge, as the Bulldogs rolled to a Bob Daniels said. “Western Michigan playing Bowling • Women’s Soccer vs. Davenport at noon 5-2 victory. Green Tuesday last week was probably really good • Men’s Basketball Alumni Game at 3 p.m. “Early season cohesion is huge for our team. We’ve preparation. While we had good prep playing the de- had a tight-knit team since August. With a good mix- velopment team, it was still different.” ture of older and younger guys, our main goal is to Hoping to regroup and recover for Saturday, the just get better day in and day out, and put ourselves Bulldogs headed to Kalamazoo. The Broncos once Can’t COME in a position at the end of the year to be playing for again rattled the Bulldogs, shutting them out with a a championship,” Ferris junior forward Jasen Fernsler score of 5-0. said. Ferris played poorly on the defensive end in both to a Ferris The exhibition contests were a huge start for the games, allowing the Broncos to score with ease. An- Bulldogs to build confidence in a team that struggled other problem was the penalty box, as the Bulldogs SPortING event? a year ago. spent nearly an entire period short-handed on Satur- “I feel like it is noticeable when a team is close with day night. WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED one another, and it reflects on the ice. A close group The Bulldogs will be back in action this weekend as Follow us on twitter @fsutorch for live updates of guys away from the rink are likely to perform bet- they get set to host Mercyhurst University (Pennsylva- on the game! ter in games,” Ferris junior forward Dominic Lutz said. nia) in the Ewigleben Ice Arena 7:07 p.m. Friday, Oct. “Getting to know each other and becoming comfort- 19.

Ferris State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or military status, height, weight, protected disability, genetic Keep it rolling information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable State or federal laws or regulations in education, employment, Ferris women’s soccer remains undefeated in conference play housing, public services, or other University operations, including, but not limited to, admissions, programs, activities, hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, fringe benefits, Mollie Hamelund her tail with six. to 130. Torch Reporter “No matter if we win or lose, Ferris junior goalkeeper Ali- job training, classification, referral, or retention. Retaliation each game we son Chesterfield has started six against any person making a charge, filing a legitimate The Ferris women’s soccer team can look back games, and her record remains complaint, testifying, or participating in any discrimination kept full steam ahead this week as and evaluate unblemished at 6-0. Chesterfield investigation or proceeding is prohibited. they came out on top in a pair of what we need has had three shutouts this sea- GLIAC matchups. to improve on,” son and has racked up a total of Students with disabilities requiring assistance or accommodation The Bulldogs defeated Tiffin Uni- Dubbert said. 29 saves. may contact Educational Counseling & Disabilities Services at versity (Ohio) 4-0 Wednesday, Oct. “We want to “The girls in 10, on the back of an outstanding keep improving our back-line (231) 591-3057 in Big Rapids, or the Director of Counseling, performance by Ferris freshman Carley as the season work so well to- Disability & Tutoring Services for Kendall College of Art and forward Pia Nagel. Dubbert goes on.” gether and work Design at (616) 451-2787 ext. 1136 in Grand Rapids. Not only did Ferris get the win, The Bulldogs so well off each Employees and other members of the University community but they set a school record for the continued their dominance on Se- other. We can with disabilities requiring assistance or accommodation may most consecutive games without nior Day Sunday, Oct. 14, defeating always rely on contact the Human Resources Department, 420 Oak St., Big a loss, as they have not lost in 13 4-1. them to know games. Finding the back of the net yet what their role is Rapids, MI 49307, or call (231) 591-2150. Alison In the matchup with Tiffin, Nagel again were Nagel and Dubbert. Chesterfield when they step recorded two goals and managed Ferris junior forward Morgan Irwin on the field,” Inquiries or complaints of discrimination may be addressed to to set an all-time school record and sophomore forward Macken- Chesterfield said. “Our defending the Director of Equal Opportunity, 120 East Cedar St., Big in the process, marking her fifth zie Dawes also managed to score. starts with our forwards and works Rapids, MI 49307, or by telephone at (231) 591-2152; or Title game-winning goal of the year. Winning has been a common all the way back to whoever is in IX Coordinator, 805 Campus Dr., Big Rapids, MI 49307, or by Nagel and Ferris senior defend- theme for the Bulldogs this year, as goal. No matter who is on the field, telephone at (231) 591-2088. On the KCAD Grand Rapids er Carley Dubbert have been no the soccer team is currently 12-1-2 everyone gives their all because stranger to goals this year, as they and unbeaten in GLIAC play. we know how bad we all want this”. campus, contact the Title IX Deputy Coordinator, 17 Fountain sit atop Ferris’ depth chart with the The Bulldogs have scored a total Ferris women’s soccer will face St., Grand Rapids, MI 49503, (616) 451-2787 ext. 1113. most goals scored. Nagel has net- of 37 goals in the 15 games and rival Grand Valley State University ted seven, while Dubbert is right on have outshot their opponents 326 at home 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19. 12

12 Sports Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 Ferris State Torch FERRIS FANTASY FOOTBALL

Team Torch is back with a vengeance! After an awful week of picks last week by yours tru- Nearly ly, Team Torch was able to rally this week and pull out a 108-104 victory over Ferris, bringing the score to 3-3 Brendan Samuels on the year. Sports Editor As usual, the pros posted consistent numbers, which is expected since they get handed multi-million dollar deals to do so. Shout-out to Chicago Bears’ quarterback Mitch Tru- versity (SVSU) and (DU) over bisky and Philadelphia Eagles’ receiver Alshon Jeffrey their final four games of the regular season. perfect for their great performances. I couldn’t have done it Both SVSU and DU are locked in a four-way tie for without you boys. second in the GLIAC behind the 5-0 Bulldogs. Flipping the script, how about the valiant effort from Ferris will travel to Saginaw 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. the Bulldogs? 20, to take on the SVSU Cardinals. Ferris junior quarterback Jayru Campbell did just about everything but kick the ball in the Bulldogs’ 35- QB – Matthew Stafford – Lions: Stafford has 31 defeat of rival Grand Valley State University. Camp- an absolute cannon for an arm but has not shown it bell threw for 229 yards and two touchdowns, adding off yet this year. Coming off a bye week, he’ll be look- 101 yards and a touchdown on the ground. He even ing to sling the ball around the field. found himself on the receiving end of a touchdown RB1 – Melvin Gordon – Los Angeles Chargers: Gor- when Ferris junior receiver Jevon Shaw tossed a pass don has lightning quick speed, coincidentally he plays on a trick play. for a team that has a lightning bolt as its logo. While he blew up the stat sheet, Campbell was un- RB2 – Phillip Lindsay – Denver Broncos: Lindsay characteristically inaccurate, completing just seven has been a bit of a surprise for the Broncos, but he of 21 passes and throwing his second interception of currently leads them in rushing and has a chance to the year, an abnormality for the nation’s most efficient embarrass the Arizona Cardinals. passer. WR1 – Jordan Matthews – Philadelphia Eagles: Ferris redshirt freshman Sy Barnett continues to so- Matthews was added to the Eagles’ roster just a few lidify himself as Campbell’s go-to target, as he hauled weeks ago, but he has already become one of Carson in three passes for 118 yards and a touchdown. Bar- Wentz’s most trusted targets. nett has now gone over 100 yards receiving for three- WR2 – Adam Thielen – Minnesota Vikings: Thielen straight weeks, landing him at No. 5 in the GLIAC in is severely underrated as a receiver. He has 100 yards receiving yardage. receiving in all six games the Vikings have played this Barnett has really stepped up, filling the role that year. Ferris senior receiver Malik Taylor did last year. Speak- TE – Eric Ebron – Colts: Ebron has fi- ing of Taylor, should we send out a search party? The nally come into his own with his new team in the Colts. man has played four games this year, but only has one Let’s see if he can rack up yards. (yes, one) reception. D/ST – Cleveland Browns: The Browns are no longer The Bulldogs are really missing Wyatt Ford right the laughing stock of the NFL thanks in part to Myles about now. While Ferris was able to bring home the Garrett and the play of their young defense. Anchor-Bone Classic, the game wouldn’t have been as K – Jason Myers – New York Jets: Myers isn’t a close had Ferris junior kicker Jackson Dieterle hit on household name, but he just might be after his team his two missed field goal attempts. plays a stingy Vikings defense. Myers will likely be the Look, I know Ferris junior receiver Dion Earls is far sole scorer for the Jets in this one. from the typical tight-end with his 5-foot-8 frame, but FLEX – Sony Michele – New England Patriots: Mi- until Ferris head coach Tony Annese decides to utilize chele is an explosive rookie that can catch passes the position, this is what we’ll have to live with. out of the back field but also run between the tackles. Ferris now stands at 7-0 overall with their eyes on Look for an extended role for him this Sunday to keep Photo by: Samantha Cavotta | Torch Photographer an undefeated season. The road there will be bumpy, Khalil Mack and the Chicago Bears on their heels. Ferris junior middle hitter Mekayla Carey and Ferris junior setter Maeve however, as they must face Saginaw Valley State Uni- Grimes prepare for an important set.

Bulldogs continue to impress in Team Torch Box Score FERRIS STATE Box Score regular season home stretch Position Player Points Position Player Points Michael Reedy “You find that the results Torch Reporter from the Crossover play is very strongly in the committee’s de- QB Mitch Trubisky 27 QB Jayru Campbell 39 Ferris volleyball continued cision as to who goes to region- their winning ways over the al competition for the NCAA,” weekend, going 2-1 in the Mid- Brandel-Wilhelm said. “We’re RB1 Carlos Hyde 3 RB1 Marvin Campbell 2 west Region Crossover in India- fortunate because we’re playing napolis, . three really The Bulldogs headed into the strong teams, weekend as the No. 5 nationally so it will re- RB2 Derrick Henry 4 RB2 Derrick Portis 1 ranked squad behind accom- ally help our plished Ferris head coach Tia strength in Brandel-Wilhelm. schedule WR1 Alshon Jeffrey 27 WR1 Sy Barnett 20 Brandel-Wilhelm’s team rankings faced skilled teams Friday, Oct. within the re- 12, in the Findlay Oilers (Ohio) gion.” and . Tia The Fer- WR2 Mike Evans 10 WR2 Keyondre Craig 8 A tough Findlay team forced Brandel-Wilhelm ris volleyball five sets against the Bulldogs, team now ultimately falling 3-2, while In- has an overall record of 18-4, dianapolis only lasted four sets where they remain unbeaten in TE Kyle Rudolph 8 TE Dion Earls 12 before the Bulldogs took care of GLIAC play at 11-0. business and won 3-1. The Bulldogs are on pace Saturday, Oct. 13, saw the to win their fifth straight regu- FLEX Josh Gordon 9 FLEX Jevon Shaw 16 Bulldogs matchup against No. lar-season GLIAC title with help 12 nationally ranked Drury Uni- from Ferris junior outside hitter versity (Missouri). The Bulldogs Allyson Cappel, who has 281 battled back from a 2-1 deficit kills so far in the 2018-19 sea- D Seattle Seahawks 17 D Ferris State 12 to force a fifth set where they fell son. Ferris junior hitter Maeve with a final score of 15-11. Grimes also plays a vital role for During those five sets, Ferris the Bulldogs, having contributed K Graham Gano 3 K Jackson Dieterle 5 sophomore outside hitter Ka- 917 assists out of the team’s to- tie O’Connell led the Bulldogs tal of 1,066. with 24 kills along with 12 digs. The Bulldogs are back home Total: 108 Total: 104 O’Connell led the Bulldogs in 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, to take kills on the weekend with a total on the Northwood University of 51 kills. Timberwolves. 13

Sports 13 Ferris State Torch Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 Sports Shorts Danny Collins Torch Reporter

Heart of conference play The Ferris women’s tennis team returned to GLAC play Satur- day, Oct. 13, and Sunday, Oct. 14, and split a pair of contests in Big Rapids with a 6-1 loss against the and a 7-0 win against . Wayne State dominated the majority of Saturday, taking two out of three doubles’ matches and won the top five singles’ con- tests. The only win on the day for the Bulldogs in doubles’ play came when Ferris freshman Sam Stephenson and Ferris senior Nicole Meylor finished with a 6-3 victory in the third flight. Meylor also earned a singles’ victory with a 6-3 win at six sin- gles. On Sunday, the Bulldogs bounced back in impressive fashion against the . They swept the doubles’ round on Pia Nagel the afternoon and all of the singles’ flights. The team improved to 3-4 overall on the season with the vic- Photo by: Megell Strayhorn | Multimedia Editor tory. The win also ended the three-match losing streak for the Mollie Hamelund Nagel scored once more in the game, finding the squad. Torch Reporter back of the net in the 37th minute of play assisted by The team will return to GLIAC play against the Northwood Tim- Ferris sophomore midfielder Kira Budzynski. The Bull- berwolves Saturday, Oct. 20, in Midland, and Sunday, Oct. 21, at A busy weekend in Ferris sports made it challenging dogs added two more goals in the game to make it a Saginaw Valley State University. Both matches begin at 10 a.m. to choose just one Top Dawg, but this week’s award is 4-0 victory. heading to the women’s soccer team. During the victory, Nagel broke the all-time school 2018 Beall Fall Classic Ferris freshman forward Pia Nagel has been unstop- record for getting the most game-winning goals in one The Ferris women’s golf team competed in the 2018 Beall Fall pable since the start of the year. Nagel has dominated season with her fifth of the year. Having started every Classic Sunday, Oct. 7, hosted by the University of Findlay (Ohio), the field for the Bulldogs, bringing in goals and assists game this season, Nagel has been a big part of the finishing with a 10th place mark. to lead the Bulldogs to first in their conference. Bulldogs’ success. The Bulldogs shot a 651 total for the weekend, with a 321 on The German native has brought her talents to the Adding to her season total, Nagel found the net Sun- Sunday and a 330 on the last 18 holes on Monday. Bulldogs just this year and has already collected 41 day, Oct. 14, when the Bulldogs took on Northwood Ferris freshman Mackenzie Dale led the Bulldogs, finishing in shots so far this season, with 27 of them being on University for Senior Day. 23rd place for the event with a 158 score. Dale shot 79s on both goal. Nagel has found the back of the net eight times, The team has now won three consecutive matches days of the competition. the most for any Ferris player this year. Nagel isn’t only and has yet to be beaten in the conference, standing Ferris junior Mari Suokko finished tied for 27th place at Findlay interested in scoring goals, but also with setting up at 12-1-2 overall record with a 5-0-2 record in the GLI- with a 159 total score over the two-day event. her teammates, as she has two assists on the year, AC. The Bulldogs will conclude their fall schedule Monday, Oct. 22, as well. With just four games remaining in the regular sea- as the team gets set to travel to Nashville, Tennessee, to com- Nagel’s most impressive game thus far came in the son, the Bulldogs have their eyes set on rival Grand pete in the 2018 Music City Invitational. Bulldogs’ matchup with the (Ohio) Fri- Valley State University. The Bulldogs will take on the day, Oct. 12. Nagel took control of the game in the Lakers at home 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19. first minute of play, recording a goal assisted by Ferris sophomore forward Mackenzie Dawes.

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14 OpinionsOpinions Week of Oct. 17 - 23, 2018 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch

“You are worthy of love because you exist.” OPINIONS - Kaitlyn Kirchner - See below for story Marley Tucker | Opinions Editor | [email protected] The Ferris State Torch is published on 27 Wednesdays throughout the academic year. Chat with the chief This student-run newspaper is printed by The Pioneer Group. Editor in Chief, Megan Lewton Art and soul OUR LOCATION Alumni Building 013 It’s common sense that workers er, and hearing him perform gives ators being taken advantage of tip them to recognize their effort 410 Oak Street should be paid for their services, me chills. and producing quality work with- and skill. At the very least, tell Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI 49307 and in most situations, people are Because I’ve worked on art proj- out proper recognition. If you are your friends about their work and fsutorch.com/letter-to-the-editor/ entirely accepting of this. ects in the past, even at a begin- asking for a talented, experienced give them credit for it if you post However, when it comes to art- ner level, I know that creating art artist to create something for you, it online. The Ferris State Torch ists, I’ve found this to not always takes a lot of time and effort. A whether it’s photography, a draw- Sometimes, people take advan- welcomes comments on topics of be the case. great project isn’t created over- ing or a musical performance, tage of the fact that college artists interest to the general readership. Letters should not exceed 300 words I’ve been practicing art within night. you should expect to give them at are still learning and perfecting in length and The Torch reserves the digital media for about four years Unfortunately, a lot of people least some credit for the tireless their craft, and hope they will do right to edit for length. Letters will not now, both through classes and for don’t recognize this, and they try work they put into it. it for free simply for the practice. be edited for grammar, punctuation fun, at an amateur level. Although to take advantage of their artistic Some creators will work for free However, everyone uses their tal- or spelling. The Torch will not print I don’t produce art for money, friends for their personal bene- to help build their portfolio, espe- ents, if they can, to make money. letters deemed to be libelous or obscene. All letters must be signed I know a lot of people at Ferris fit. They’ll ask artists, especial- cially if they’re generating art for A lot of Bulldogs utilize their artis- by their authors and include his or who are ridiculously artistic and ly young ones, for a discounted loved ones. However, one cannot tic abilities on campus to help pay her phone number. use their skills to generate profit. or free product, simply because assume an artist will work such the bills. Creating art is their job. Unsigned editorials appearing I have friends who are jaw-drop- they’re acquainted. Also, some an extensive amount without pay. You probably wouldn’t demand on this page are the opinion of The pingly talented at graphic design people can be apprehensive It’s rude and unfair. a free service from your mechanic, Torch and do not necessarily repre- sent the opinion of the university’s and video editing. I know people to pay up-and-coming artists Before you hire an artist, ask for or your hairdresser, or your waiter. administration, faculty or staff. who can draw beautiful, intricate because they’re unsure if they will their wages, so you know exactly So, why would you demand it from Signed columns represent the opin- sketches with ease. I have anoth- produce quality pieces. what to expect. If an artist offers artists? ion of the writer. Inquiries regarding er friend who is such a good sing- It’s frustrating to see young cre- to work for free, you could always editorial content should be directed to the Editor in Chief at (231) 591-5978.

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Student media retain the same My struggle with a misunderstood disorder rights, responsibilities, privileges and protections afforded by the First and Fourteenth Amendments ing and taking in of the U.S. Constitution and under the atmosphere. I Kaitlyn Kirchner applicable state laws. felt at home with Torch Photographer The Torch and fsutorch.com, the these people. student newspaper and its accom- They knew what panying online version focused on I was going Ferris State University, are public through. They forums for student expression. Hello and welcome back to the distorted understood. Student editors have the authority reality of my mind. If you read my previous I spent five and responsibility to make all con- piece ‘All heart but no hope,’ then you are in days there. tent decisions without censorship the right place for my follow-up. If you didn’t Every day I or advanced approval for both the print and online editions of the read it, I encourage you to. I am very open could feel the about my mental health and I want to use my weight of my student newspapers. words to remind those of us struggling that you struggles lifting are not alone. off my shoulders as Since I wrote that last piece, much has they taught us about - TORCH STAFF - happened. I was in the emergency room for a mindfulness and how to Editor in Chief Visual Content Megan Lewton Samantha Cavotta couple of hours because I could no longer calm manage grief and loss, guilt (231) 591-5978 Taylor Davis myself down and I knew that I needed to get and shame. I worked through Will Holden Production Kaitlyn Kirchner help then and there. I spoke with a social work- some trauma that I didn’t know Manager er at Spectrum Health in Big Rapids, who put was traumatic for me. As time went on, Sarah Massey Videographer Graphic by: Sarah Massey | Production Manager Sid Sabo me in contact with Pine Rest Christian Mental I better understood myself and my habits. Production Health Services (Pine Rest, for short) and sent I got my diagnosis, and everything started Assistant Reporters Hannah Way Holly Baker me home for the night. to fall into place. I have Major Depressive worth because they are. It’s that simple. Danny Collins I called Pine Rest and inquired about a pro- Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder. I’m not recovered; I will make mistakes; I News Editor Dan Deitsch Cora Hall Mollie Hamelund gram they offer called the Partial Hospitalization Reading through the symptoms of BPD, every- will relapse; I will struggle. But I will get back Briana Hammontree Program. They provide programs for adults as thing started to make sense. up again, I will focus on myself, and I will push Lifestyles Editor Madison Kettlewell Alicia Jaimes Michael Reedy well as adolescents. It’s an intensive treatment I understood why I was sabotaging rela- through the things in my way because I am Landry Shorkey during the day, but you can go home at night. tionships and friendships alike: I alternated capable. Sports Editor Grant Siddall Brendan Samuels They offer both inpatient and outpatient ser- between clinging to those I loved and pushing If you are struggling, I beg you to reach out Interim Visual vices, as well. I forced myself to go because I them away. I realized why little things sent to loved ones you trust or to the Personal Opinions Editor Content Marley Tucker Hunter Pariseau don’t know what would happen if I didn’t. me into a screaming fit, and why major life Counseling Center on campus. Go to the hos- So, I went. The first day was a whirlwind of happenings seemed so insignificant to me. pital if you need to, call Pine Rest if you need Multimedia Editor Interim Reporters Megell Strayhorn Marissa Russell appointments with nurses, case managers, It made sense why I could alternate between to, call the suicide hotline at (800) 273-8255 psychiatrists and the like. I had to explain aspects of my personality at the drop of a hat. if you have no one else. Web Supervisor Managing Kat Merby Copy Editor to every one of them why I was there. It was I encourage you to do some research on You have me, though. Feel free to even Rebecca Bostic exhausting, and quite frankly, a little terrifying. Borderline Personality Disorder — it is more reach out to me if you have no one else to talk Office Manager Holly Baker Copy Editors However, a part of me knew that this experi- common than people think. It will help you to. I’d be more than happy to speak with you Jonny Parshall ence would be a good one. better understand not only me, but possibly about my struggles and my time at Pine Rest. Podcast Manager Sydney Stevens Zach Schildhouse My gut instinct was right. The days were loved ones in your life. You are not alone. We know how you feel. Distributor packed with classes, group therapy and med- Five days at Pine Rest went by, and I made We understand. You are capable. You are wor- Cartoonist Grant Siddall Samuel McNeill ication management. The first two days were incredible progress. I am more able to be in the thy of love because you exist. Adviser very nerve-wracking, but the more time I spent moment and cut myself some slack. I learned Steve Fox (231) 591-2529 there, the more I could feel myself relax- that I have worth because I exist. Everyone has 15

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Cartoon by: Samuel McNeill | Cartoonist FLITE: Ferris Library for TORCH POLL RESULTS Increasing Tracts of Emptiness How to kill a Ferris Jonny Parshall landmark Copy Editor What is your favorite 49 VOTES I love our library, do not get me Halloween movie? wrong. It is a beautiful building with hundreds, maybe even low thousands. five floors of numerous invaluable A list circulated by several faculty resources for young (and old) minds members mentioned books that were hellbent on honing their educations. planned to be removed, but did not That said, our library is facing a severe confirm their exact status. problem: books. These books were not removed to That might sound a notch odd. How make way for newer books on the can a library’s biggest problem be its same topics. They were not catego- Halloweentown 39% books? Well, the books themselves rized by the expertise of the authors in are just fine. It’s the number of books their fields. They were merely judged that is the problem, and most impor- by how often they were checked out, tantly, how that amount is frighteningly like some middle school library, and small and dwindling. then removed to make space. Which Hocus Pocus 37% Last spring, the Ferris Library for brings me to my next point. Information, Technology and Education Why weren’t we notified of this? By (FLITE) began the process of installing “we” I mean the students, a.k.a., the the new writing center on the library’s library’s primary and intended patrons. ground floor. And it turned out great. I do not recall getting that email. I The Addams Family 12% The center is beautiful, resourceful believe a major change like this should and more popular than ever. Except be brought to the students’ attention, that space was previously occupied by and maybe even offer us a say in the books of history, geography and polit- matter. They made no announcement ical sciences. So, where did they go? as to what happened to these books; 12% I needed several books for a class they just made them “disappear” like Other project, and the online FLITE catalog some sort of questionable Russian claimed they were in the “first floor diplomat. Donated? Dumpstered? main stacks” (you know, the ones that Burned to heat the homes of recently no longer exist). The FLITE floor maps impoverished faculty? Rumor has it, stationed throughout the building reit- there are some books stored away in Stay updated on campus news by liking us on Facebook erated this redundant information. So, a broom closet somewhere. I wish I or following us on Twitter I did what I loathe most: I asked for made that up. Sometimes, no news is help from a library assistant. They bad news. informed me those particular books Long story short, I recently checked had been moved to the third floor with 46 books out for an upcoming paper. the other “main stacks.” Yeah, I’m one of “those” asshole stu- Upstairs, something didn’t add up. dents. Of those 46, only four were Tune in to our weekly The sheer difference in floor space from FLITE. The other 42 were drawn was the first clue. There was no way all from other college and university Podcast with of the books from the first floor were libraries using the Michigan eLibrary crammed into the available space inter-library loan system (MeL) — an above. Something was missing. AMAZING resource. Use it! I mean, you Zach SChildhouse It turns out a lot was missing. After have to now. some digging, I learned FLITE had It is only a matter of time before The Torchcast can be found on our website, reduced its history and humanities FLITE becomes a ghost town fit just book collection by a staggering num- for hustlers, rustlers and the odd bit of Facebook page and YouTube channel ber. The exact number I know not, tumbleweed. No, thank you. but I know its somewhere in the high 16

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