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WINTER TERM WANDERERS This year, Winter Term enrollment rates spiked 30 percent. This includes those participating in study abroad programs. (Top) Students from FSB’s Winter Southeast Asia Program visit an orphanage in Cambodia. (Bottom) Sustainability and Tropical Ecosystems of Costa Rica students pose in a cloud for est. (Right) Students travel to Cuba for Miami’s Cuba in Transition program. Photos contributed by (clockwise): Blake Wilson, Walter Vanderbush and Kate Morgan Lean, mean machine: MU efficiency ranks top U.S. News and World Report names Miami most efficient school in country, with help of ‘Lean’ program

ADMINISTRATION Chris Pirigyi is the Lean Leader of were housed in different buildings said they try not to sacrifice quality ami and Marcum Conference Center Housing, Dining, Recreational and across campus, making tasks like a for cost-effectiveness, because they catering services merged, many staff EMILY TATE Business Services at Miami, which hard drive repair, which required vis- strive to keep the students happy. were assigned to other service posi- UNIVERSITY EDITOR was the first and one of the largest its to multiple locations, cumbersome “Sometimes there are hard de- tions throughout the university. Lean offices on campus. He said and time-consuming for students. cisions to be made, financially,” But, because Miami does not al- U.S. News and World Report while many Lean projects do not Now, under one roof, the process he said. “But, when we are doing ways fill positions when staff retire named Miami University the most involve direct student involvement, is simplified. big projects, that is the one thing or leave the university, understaffing efficient school in the country earlier they ultimately help students. “It’s just something that kind of we have in mind — keeping our has become a problem on campus. this month. “Our overall goal … is aligned makes sense,” Pirigyi said. “That’s customer No.1.” “We recognize it to be an is- This recognition, determined by with the university’s goal — to pro- where all the technology is, and now However, the school does ac- sue,” Pirigyi said. “We had a team comparing the quality of educa- vide the best student experience in it’s together at the book store.” cept favorable offers when its terms at the beginning of last year look- tion to the money spent on aca- the nation,” he said. “All the projects And that, essentially, is how do not significantly affect Miami ing into it, looking into student re- demic programs, can be attributed to we do are in some way going to ben- many Lean projects work. The students. For instance, Coca Cola tention on dining jobs. It’s about some of the projects from Miami’s efit the student population.” purpose is to eliminate unneces- products are now rare on campus, continuous improvement.” waste-reducing strategy: Leverag- These Lean projects, he said, are sary obstacles and provide a sim- as Miami recently signed a con- One of the biggest improvements ing Efficiencies and Aligning Needs tract to sell Pepsi Cola products brought about by a Lean project, (LEAN) Initiative. almost exclusively. Creamer said, was the university’s Miami adopted this business strat- Also because of its cost-reducing One Stop Shop. egy in 2009 in response to the eco- There are a lot of myths associated with Lean, like objectives, Pirigyi said many Miami “The one-stop approach is try- nomic recession plaguing the U.S. that it cuts jobs ... when we’re trying to increase employees and students misunder- ing to make a way for students to In the years since, Lean teams have revenue we are ultimately going to need stand the goals of Lean. … get assistance from the first per- completed hundreds of projects that more manpower.” “There are a lot of myths associ- son they contact, to go to one place aim to make the university operate CHRIS PIRIGYI ated with Lean,” he said, “like that it for the registrar, financial aid, -bur smoother and more efficiently. LEAN LEADER cuts jobs. But, in fact, it would actu- sar, admissions,” Creamer said. These projects have been imple- ally do the opposite … When we’re “[Now], that first point of contact is mented in nearly all areas of campus, geared toward five objectives: - in pler solution for students and the trying to increase revenue we are likely going to be able to help with senior vice president of financial and creasing revenue, improving pro- university community. ultimately going to need more man- whatever you need.” business services David Creamer ductivity, reducing costs, cost avoid- “Lean is just improving a pro- power to support those increases.” The Lean Initiative also fits into said, like cleaning, maintenance, IT ance and continuing and improving cess,” he said. “It’s getting rid of all Since it began, no Lean project has Miami’s 2020 plan. services, housing and dining. And, “green” initiatives. the non-value added things … and cut a single job. However, many Mi- “The plan says we will continue to they range from scales small to large, One of last year’s projects was bringing to light what is important.” ami employees’ jobs have changed improve the productivity and quality saving the university millions of dol- combining the computer, cell and But, with lofty goals of cost-re- through Lean projects, like being re- of our service,” Creamer said. “One lars in expenses each year and about print centers in Shriver Center, Pi- duction come tough decisions about assigned to other departments. of the ways — not the only way — is $27.5 million to date. rigyi said. Previously, the services what can and can’t be cut. Pirigyi About a year ago, when the Mi- Lean Initiatives.”

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TECH 17 others in two attacks. must be 17 years or older in order Provost Phyllis Callahan In Atlanta, Emory University’s to download the app. JAMES STEINBAUER student government passed a “People this age weren’t re- ADMINISTRATION UNIVERSITY EDITOR resolution denouncing Yik Yak ally ready psychologically to as “a platform for hate speech or handle the maturity required for VICTORIA SLATER Of the initial 200 campuses that harassment” and in March 2014, Yik Yak,” Mullen said. “We see a ASSOCIATE EDITOR began using Yik Yak, one of the abuses on the app became so much more democratic use of the newest additions to the anony- abysmal in Chicago that Yik Yak app on college campuses.” What were your greatest accom- mous networking family, Miami decided to suspend operations in “This is not strong enough to plishments as dean of the College of University has been one of the the area. prevent postings that are hurtful Arts and Science? most active in the nation, accord- Miami University students wit- and inflammatory,” Miami -Uni One of my goals was to em- ing to the company’s Lead Com- nessed a situation like this first- versity Director of Student Coun- phasize professional development munity Developer Cam Mullen. hand this past November when seling Services Kip Alishio said. for students pursuing a liberal arts “We see people sharing funny Hughes hall was the target of two “Those types of posts would do education. Liberal arts are very im- stories about their weekend, a bomb threats. Although the inves- damage before they are evaluated portant for developing strong skills PHYLLIS CALLAHAN project they’re working on, ex- tigation is ongoing, authorities and taken down.” that are valuable for students re- ams,” Yik Yak Lead Commu- said that the threats were initially Yik Yak provides an alternative gardless of which profession they nity Developer Cam Mullen said. referred to on Yik Yak. to the superficial postings of- ac choose. We train people who can fulfill your duties? “There are a million different “We realize that with any so- complishments and success sto- go into many different professions Personally, what I’m interested ways students post on the app.” cial app or network there’s a ries that one finds on other social because they have strong analytical, in is student experiences, because Yik Yak espouses itself as the likelihood for bad apples,” Mul- media apps like Facebook. writing, and oral communication that’s what we’re here for. At the coffee shop corkboard for the digi- len said. “The larger we become “You don’t post things that are skills. That’s what the liberal arts end of the day, the students are our tal age, but unlike in the local Star- the more we will find. It is our too distressing on Facebook,” does for all of us. first priority. Working with students bucks, where people are obligated job, first and foremost, to keep Alishio said. “You want to post What made you interested in be- is invigorating—whenever you’re to follow certain social norms or our users safe.” something that you can associate coming the university provost? tired, working with students makes the barista can remove offensive When a serious threat is posted with your name.” For me, it is always about where you feel recharged. fliers, Yik Yak’s anonymity prom- on the app, Yik Yak notifies the Then, there is Yik Yak, where I can have the most impact. Being I am also really interested in re- ises users a safe place to post with- local authorities. While the app people tend to post expressions dean is a fabulous job, and the peo- tention issues, keeping students at out consequence. capitalizes on its users’ anonym- of their most base feelings and ple here in the CAS are incredible. Miami and helping them reach their “Personally, I find it akin to writ- ity, Yik Yak can track posts made thoughts. Because Yik Yak prom- I really must confess that I did not goals. I want to ensure that they have ing on a bathroom stall and walk- on the app by someone to specific ises complete anonymity, users think about applying for the provost the kinds of opportunities that they ing away,” MUPD Lt. Ben Spilman locations in order to help the au- don’t have to temper what they position, but as people talked to me want educationally, both directly in said. “I see little redeeming social thorities paint a picture of the per- post — they don’t think about the about it, I began to consider it and I the classroom and in other activities value to something like this.” son who made the threat. sensitivity of what they are saying decided I would apply. that enhance their experience. I’m Throughout the past few “It has been my experience that or how it will impact others. What was the application process also really interested in diversity — months, multiple universities these types of organizations are “We need something that is in like for this position? we need continue to diversify our have had high-profile confronta- not very responsive to law en- between those two extremes,” Applicants write a letter of in- population and be sure we have an tions with the app. forcement when there is an inves- Alishio said. “People need to tent including your qualifications accessible, welcoming campus. An 18-year-old freshman at tigation afoot,” Spilman said. have places where they can post along with a detailed resume and How will your experience as dean Towson University in Maryland In order to prevent cyber- their own authentic and less names of references. These are be able to help you as provost? was arrested in October 2014 after bullying on the app, Yik Yak has happy, more critical thoughts submitted to a search committee, You learn a lot as dean. Listening he threatened on the app to carry blocked nearly 85 percent of the and feelings; however, they need and they go through a process of is such an important skill. You need out a “Virginia Tech part 2.” In high schools and middle schools to think those feelings through screening the applicants. to be attentive all the time and really 2011, a Virginia Tech student shot throughout the nation from using and do it in a way they can take Some are invited to meet with listen to different perspectives in or- and killed 32 people and wounded the app and a smartphone user responsibility for.” the search committee as well as der to help solve problems. I have President Hodge, and, in this search, learned to keep an open mind and I three candidates were invited for value working with others. on-campus interviews. Candidates One of the advantages of being meet with the President, members the dean in CAS is being exposed of the search committee, the vice to diversity. I come from a science presidents, deans, and there are open department, and becoming dean al- meetings with the chairs and direc- lowed me to be exposed to many tors, the faculty, and students. more academic areas which really As provost, how do you plan to broadened my background. The anonymous lives of Miami Students Winter Term success Enrollment increases in second year

EDUCATION very important.” Most assume the Winter Term SAMMY NEISWANDER provides financial gain for Miami, FOR THE MIAMI STUDENT but the additional term comes with losses as well. Miami University’s Winter Because Winter Term allows Term has become a “fourth aca- many students to accelerate their demic term of opportunity” for graduation, the university loses over 4,400 students this year, tuition money from early gradu- Ohio’s increase in minimum wage university registrar David Sauter ates. According to David Cream- said, which is an increase of about er, the senior vice president for 30 percent from last year’s Winter financial and business services, at sparks interest in campus jobs Term participants. the end of last year’s Winter Term, For these students, Miami’s almost 100 students did not have Winter Term has enabled a num- MONEY Student Employment. next J-Term in Costa Rica,” Haffey ber of valuable opportunities, “I certainly hope that more said. such as study abroad trips or aca- I got more of the one- KRISTA SAVAGE students will apply for jobs,” This New Year brought higher demic workshops. Junior Tola on-one time with my FOR THE MIAMI STUDENT Murphy said. minimum wages for more states Adedipe took advantage of the teachers, which was Since the changes bring Ohio’s than just Ohio. For 21 states and the extra month of classes to catch up very important.” Ohio recently increased its mini- minimum wage up 15 cents to District of Columbia, 2015 brought on her major. mum wage from $7.95 to $8.10 an $8.10, the culinary services at Mi- higher wages, as well. This was Adepipe’s first time hour. The increase has the potential ami have changed their wages ac- In fact, for a lot of students on taking Winter Term classes, and TOLA ADEDIPE increase the number of applicants cordingly. Already more than mini- campus, the minimum wage in she decided to complete Politi- MIAMI JUNIOR for on-campus jobs. mum wage, the dining services were Ohio is significantly different than cal Science 101 and Theater 123 “I think the minimum wage in- paying student employees $8.35 an the wages of their home state. First- to stay on track to graduate in to come back for spring semester crease will be good for student em- hour last semester. Now, they are of- year Tyler Miles explained that, four years. Throughout the three because the classes they took al- ployment, possibly drawing in more fering $8.50 an hour, rising 15 cents even though the wages have risen, weeks, however, she discovered lowed them to graduate early. applicants,” first-year student Ales- to match the rest of the state. they still do not match the pay in his she really enjoyed the different “The J-term has added to the sia Saul said. “A lot of college stu- For many students who already hometown of Chicago. pace and focus involved in Winter university’s costs for some opera- dents have at least some expenses, have jobs on campus, the mini- “I think students should be more Term classes. tions like King Cafe, the residence so it’ll help them out.” mum wage increase will help, too. apt to take the jobs since they raised “Even though the teachers were halls and our facility operations,” Many on-campus jobs offer a Sophmore Imani Harris is a student the minimum wage in Ohio,” Miles rushed for time, we were still able Creamer said. convenient, stable income for col- employee at Maple Street Station. said, “but coming from Illinois it is to focus a bit more on the material Despite these additional ex- lege students, and the increased For her, this job includes working actually lower.” because we didn’t have a [large penses, Winter Term has already wages contribute to that stability. at Delish, Americas and Encounter. This may be due to a number of number] of students in the class,” proven its worth to Miami stu- First-year student, Abby Younce, “I know that a lot of students, factors, like the cost of living, which she said. dents and faculty. said she is pursuing a job on campus including myself, are paying is significantly lower in Ohio than in She also said she enjoyed the “Financial performance is not for the spring semester. for college out of pocket,” Har- many other states. more intimate and discussion- the primary issue in determining “College students, in general, ris said. “The increase in wages “The minimum wage [in Chica- based class, and would potentially whether it should be continued,” will be much more interested in ap- will help put a little more money go] is $8.25, but even then, I have take classes during the term again. he said. plying for jobs now that minimum in our pockets that can go toward always been paid $8.50 to $9,” “I would consider taking J- The speculations regarding the wage is higher,” Younce said. tuition and books.” Miles said. term classes again next year,” end of Winter Term’s demise were She said she was already consid- Among the many reasons stu- Other states, including California, she said. “It was a great experi- no more than rumors. ering an on-campus job before the dents want to earn more money, Oregon and Washington also have a ence. I made a lot of new friends “I have a draft calendar out to wages were raised. some are saving for trips abroad. higher minimum wage compared and I got more of the one-on-one 2022 which includes the winter “The new wages are an added bo- First-year Christina Haffey works to Ohio, at around $9.50. However, time with my teachers, which was term,” Sauter said. nus,” Younce said. in the intramural office, as well as states such as Wyoming and Geor- Theresa Murphy, head supervi- a zero waste ambassador. As a zero gia set their minimum wages at sor of student employment, ex- waste ambassador, she works home $5.15 per hour. WHEN YOU’RE pressed her anticipation regarding sports games to promote recycling Overall, a lot of students on FINISHED READING the rise of applicants. She and her and composition of trash. Miami’s campus are looking for- PLEASE RECYCLE team oversee all of the student ap- “I’m working so that I can ward to the increase, those both plicantions through the Office of save up money to study abroad currently employed and seeking [email protected] TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2015 COMMUNITY 3

New era for McCullough-Hyde POLICE BEAT New alliance with TriHealth proves fruitful for previously independent Oxford hospital Two males attack female HEALTH At 7:48 p.m. Jan. 19, an offi- SAMMIE MILLER cer responded to a report of as- COMMUNITY EDITOR sault on the west side of 5279 College Corner Pike. When he A new partnership agreement arrived, he met with the victim between McCullough-Hyde Me- who stated she was assaulted morial Hospital and TriHealth while walking home from her marks a new era for the previ- boyfriend’s residence. The vic- ously independently operated tim showed the officers scratch Butler County hospital. marks on her torso and neck On Thursday, Jan. 8, Bryan area. She reported that two males Hehemann, McCullough-Hyde in hoodies jumped out from be- president and chief executive hind her. The first male grabbed officer, along with John Prout, her from behind and covered her president and chief executive mouth with his hand. He told officer of TriHealth, and Richard her if she screamed she would Norman, the board chairman of make it worse. The other male the Oxford hospital, ceremoni- ripped open her shirt and started ously signed partnership docu- to go for her pants. The victim ments. The question now is how proceeded to head butt the male this agreement will improve care behind her and knee the male in for patients in Butler County. front of her in the crotch. She TriHealth will take a majority then ran from the scene until she ownership of the Oxford hospi- found a friend of hers, who ad- tal — which operated indepen- vised her to call the police. She dently until now — and invest stated that both suspects were $17 million in building, technol- white and appeared to be in their ogy and service improvements. SAMMIE MILLER COMMUNITY EDITOR mid twenties. She also stated “We came to the conclusion A NEW IDENTITY Upon signing a partnership agreement with Cincinnati-based TriHealth, the hospi- the suspects smelled strongly that we would not be able to be tal will adopt a new title — McCullough-Hyde Memorial TriHealth Hospital. of alcohol. She noticed two in a position to satisfy all the fu- BMX style bikes near the spot ture requirements and challeng- name change to McCullough- to bring those services here to Lebanon. The 11,600-employee where she was attacked. Both es and financially, we wouldn’t Hyde Memorial Hospital — Tri- town,” Hehemann said. “They’ll hospital system, which operates suspects have yet to be identi- have had the margins to support Health. TriHealth will invest have as good of care as they can Bethesda North and Good Sa- fied. The Miami Student will replacement of equipment and approximately $17 million to get anywhere with TriHealth and maritan hospitals in Clifton and further investigate. facilities and technology long- Montgomery, is investing more term here,” Hehemann said. in its northern Cincinnati expan- Snapchat stalker TriHealth, formed in 1995 by sion plans than anything else. a partnership between Good Sa- By partnering with McCullough-Hyde, TriHealth “By partnering with Mc- maritan Hospital and Bethesda enters a new market with local expertise.” Cullough-Hyde, TriHealth en- At 2:54 a.m. Jan. 21, a fe- Hospital, Inc., is a Cincinnati- ters a new market with local ex- male called OPD’s dispatch to based integrated health care JOHN PROUT pertise,” Prout said. report that she believed her ex- system. The system’s main goal TRIHEALTH PRESIDENT New plans, the largest of boyfriend had broken into her is to sustain a system of physi- which including a new emergen- house. She told dispatch she cians, hospitals and communi- cy room and operating rooms was not at her residence, but she ties that work together in order upgrade McCullough-Hyde’s won’t have to drive as far.” for McCullough-Hyde, are in had received a Snapchat photo to provide the best care to the medical record technologies, According to Prout, Tri- the works. from her ex-boyfriend show- maximum number of patients. renovate the emergency depart- Health started expanding into “We’ll be setting new ing him in her bed. The victim The agreement spells out ment and operating rooms, and Butler County in 2012 with the goals over the next year in stated she recognized her bed terms of an affiliation between grow services. purchase of the former Butler this region,” Prout said. “To- from the bright orange-colored the local hospital, with approxi- “Many people are still leaving County Medical Center in Ham- gether as a team we can re- sheets in the background. She mately 400 employees, and this community to go elsewhere ilton. It also owns TriHealth ally impact the health of the reported that all of her doors the health network including a for care and we need to be able Bethesda Arrow Springs in community quickly.” were locked when she left her house. When the two officers ar- rived at her house, they noticed the front door on the lower level had been broken into. The offi- New elementary school plans exceed budget cers searched the residence and found the suspect in the vic- tim’s bed. He was wearing only EDUCATION the tight budget. plus off,” she said. for heating and cooling to a boil- boxer shorts. His clothes and Charlie Jahnigen, vice president In the meantime, she noted, er/chiller system was another shoes were laid out on the floor. JACKIE MOONEY of SHP Leading Design, the firm there had been calls and comments major savings. When the officers began ques- FOR THE MIAMI STUDENT working with the district, said they about rumors that various design “Geothermal was a tough de- tioning him he sent the victim were successful at getting all the elements had been dropped. One cision, but I respect the budget,” a text message that read “please According to Talawanda offi- cuts in areas behind-the-scenes. example was the enclosed court- Jahnigen said. pick up or I’m going to jail.” cials, the proposed design for the “The changes will not affect the yard, which many members of the He explained that change was a He was taken into custody and new Kramer Elementary School learning environment,” he said. school board and community had major factor in affecting plans to has been charged with Burglary was approximately $1.4 mil- According to Jahnigen, the highly anticipated. design the building to earn LEED and Trespassing. lion over budget. The past two changes fall within state codes “The courtyard has not been re- platinum status, but cuts will allow months have been spent recon- and guidelines for such things as moved,” Jahnigen said. “It is still for silver status, instead. McSleepy takes figuring that design to place the enclosed. The biggest change is District treasurer Mike Da- the wheel project below budget. now it’s flat. It’s easier to build, vis explained that the new high The new elementary school will One of the most construct, plan and maintain now.” school building uses geothermal replace the current Kramer El- expensive areas of It will still be able to be used but it was purchased in a “buyer’s ementary School, while keeping construction is for a variety of purposes and edu- market” and said it is now a “sell- At 4:20 a.m. Jan 25, officers the original name. moving dirt. cational pursuits but will not be er’s market” which would make responded to a complaint at “The existing building was tiered. the initial cost more expensive the McDonald’s on 601 S. Lo- built in 1962 with an addition in That, in fact, was a key to some for this project. cust St. The caller reported a 1969,” Mike Davis, Talawanda CHARLIE JAGNIGEN major savings on the project. The According to Jahnigen, both driver had fallen asleep in his School District treasurer said. “It VP OF SHP LEADING DESIGN entire Kramer property is sloped in systems have pros and cons and vehicle while waiting in the is beyond its useful life. The new varying degrees and major savings one advantage of the chiller/boil- drive through. When the offi- Kramer will be on the same site to reducing the parking area, delet- will be realized by cutting down er system is that it heats or cools cers arrived on the scene, they the north and a little to the east of ing a retaining wall, which he said on the amount of earth that will more quickly in the morning to get observed a white 2006 Kia the present building.” would be overcome by rerouting need to be moved for construction. temperatures to appropriate levels. Spectra stopped in the drive- According to Davis, total cost of drainage, and reducing the number “One of the most expensive Talawanda School District pres- thru between the first and sec- that project is estimated at $16.4 of windows in classrooms without areas of construction is moving ident Mark Butterfield said the ond pick up windows. The of- million. The state of Ohio is pay- reducing the percentage of glass dirt,” Jahnigen said. design phase of the new building ficer approached the vehicle ing $11.5 million of that through per room. The new building will be slight- will still be completed in time to and observed a male slouched the money the district earned by Superintendent Kelly Spivey ly reconfigured into more of a one- begin construction this summer. over the center console in the completing the prior major con- said the board members decided story structure with a second floor “The board will ensure the de- car. The vehicle’s engine was struction steps of its facilities plan. upon the cuts during a previous on only one hallway, which will sign phase is completed timely still running and the car was in The district must finance the meeting when they agreed they take advantage of the largest slope and the budget is set for a success- drive. When the driver failed difference, approximately $4.9 were over budget. on the site and reduce the amount ful construction under budget,” to wake up, the officer pried million, and is doing it without an “The last time, we agreed on a of dirt being moved. Butterfield said. “It has been dif- open the vehicle’s door and increase in taxes, which explains design, but we were $1 million- Switching from geothermal ficult task but it is done.” woke the male up. The officer noticed the driver was wearing a bar wristband and the inside IN OTHER NEWS of the vehicle smelled strongly of alcohol. Upon waking him OXFORD CINCINNATI NATIONAL INTERNATIONAL up, the driver seemed confused and did not know where he was. Open house set to Warren County sues Northeast braces for Kurds take strategic Despite reporting to the officers recruit police officer feds over Obamacare major blizzard city from ISIS that he had only consumed one jobs in Hamilton beer that night, he failed to pass County officials filed a 6,500 flights have been Kurdish fighters have all field sobriety tests given to The open house is set lawsuit Monday against canceled as the storm taken the Syrian city him. He submitted to a breath for Wednesday. HPD what they say is an is expected to bring Kobani from ISIS’ test to which he blew a BAC hopes to recruit as unconstitutional tax on as much as two feet of grip after 112 days of of .108. The driver was cited many jobs as possible. government. snow to the area. fighting. for Driving Under the Influ- –Journal-News –The Enquirer –ABC News –CNN ence and was given a ride to his residence. 4 CULTURE TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2015 [email protected]

Stumbling upon perfection ‘Selma’ masters TRAVEL request. So he’d gone back to stumbling upon perfection relevancy through GREAT work in a London hospital, helping in the unexpected. It is those BRITTON with special projects. unannounced moments, the ones We talked to Ian for over thirty you’re not actively seeking, that themes and characters I noticed him because of the minutes. He told us not to tell his end up forming the most vivid small Union Jack flag poking out wife we’d seen him smoking, memories of a place. REVIEW manages to weave that into his full of his easel and waving in the because everyone was worried I have an entire semester of character so we, as the audience, bursts of cold air. He was sitting about his health, even though his travel ahead of me. And I hope ANNABEL BROOKS are able to understand his full FOR THE MIAMI STUDENT by a statue of George Canning lungs turned up completely clean I stumble every now and then. I person. None of that would have in Parliament Square, painting. on each scan. We heard his thoughts hope somewhere along the way I The Academy Award- been possible without Oyelowo Next to him, a handwritten sign on modern communication, a fall into something that leaves me nominated film “Selma” is and his remarkable interpretation read, “Directions and photos free, few comments about American speechless, that changes me in a beautiful tribute to Martin of King. donations welcome for London politics, an anecdote about the time ways I never would have thought Luther King Jr. and his efforts Oyelowo wasn’t the only Children’s Hospitals.” he woke up under the impression possible. Because nothing would to establish equality and justice standout performance in the film. Nudging Nana ­— my he was fighting demons because make me happier than to return for all Americans. “Selma” is his Carmen Ejogo’s Coretta King is grandmother and travel companion of new herbal pills his doctor had home with a journal containing story and the story of so many emotional, brave and stunning. for two weeks in the United suggested. He told us he suspected pages and pages of stories others who risked their lives in Even Oprah Winfrey, a producer Kingdom — I walked around to his wife was plotting to kill him about unexpected moments and the fight for equality. of the film, is strong, yet modest glance at what he was painting. since she hadn’t gone to bridge that unplanned experiences. Director Ava Duvernay brings as the hospice nurse and Selma Clipped to the easel was an night, something he found highly When I told Ian I was spending the civil rights movement up to participant Annie Lee Cooper. elaborate watercolor of Big Ben, suspicious. the semester in Luxembourg, he present day, at a time when we Each character in the film plays with the London Eye visible in need to be reminded of King’s an important role in creating the the background and a red double- brave and unwavering position world of “Selma.” decker bus on the street out front. on equality. The film brings Perhaps the most moving mo- No one else, Londoners and tourists together white and black to ment in the film comes when alike, seemed to pay attention to illustrate an important point that actors Cager Lee and Keith him. When I went to snap a picture isn’t reiterated enough: everyone Stanfield, a father-son duo, of him, he turned and saw us. must fight for equality. run from the police in the mid- There are so many things I Supported largely by night march scene only to end could write about in this first the brilliant and graceful up at the will of the brutal Sel- column. About the places I’ve performance by British actor ma police. The audience truly been, the things I’ve seen. About David Oyelowo, who portrays feels their pain. the afternoons spent wandering King, the film moves flawlessly. The cinematography of museums and castles, days driving “Selma” illustrates King and the “Selma” is as brilliant as its the winding coast of Ireland, nights Southern Christian Leadership acting performances. Under trying to find something other than Conference (SCLC)’s battle the direction of DuVernay haggis to eat for dinner in Scotland. against the southern resistance. and through cinematographer And I should definitely spend more Their experiences in Selma play Bradford Young’s masterful time introducing myself. out beautifully and emotionally hand, the camera creates a But I’ll save all that. This is just on the screen. holistic world. The final scene about Ian. Despite roadblocks by Alabama is particularly moving, with Ian wore a hat like one my governor George Wallace and the the juxtaposition of the Selma grandfather used to wear, until I wavering support of President march participants and the stole it from him in junior high. Lyndon B. Johnson, King and racist protesters all responding He was all bundled up against the other members of the SCLC were to King’s speech at the cold, but he had to dab his running able to successfully broadcast the Montgomery state building. It is nose and watery eyes every few march which led inevitably to the in that shot we finally feel like minutes because of the wind. His official abolishment of voting love has outweighed hate and the fingers were raw and pink because BRITTON PERELMAN THE MIAMI STUDENT restrictions in the south. feeling of potential and hope is gloves would’ve made painting To make the Selma campaign overwhelmingly there. more difficult. He was no more Perelman sits with Ian, a local Englishman raising money for a success, King had to risk “Selma” is truly a masterful than an inch or two taller than I am, London Children’s Hospital. everything — his family, his film, and a relevant one at that. Its but at least fifty years older. reputation and his life — in themes and characters are ones Painting was just a hobby, During our last few days in thought it was just great. He told order to come out victorious that defy time and place. It is a something he did while his wife London, I kept hoping we’d run me to come back to London and over that hate. In this way, the beautiful tribute and a powerful played bridge on Thursday nights. into Ian again, but we never did. visit, see if he’s still alive. So the audience is presented with a new, reminder to us all that the fight Something, he’d said, to keep him We’d found him after a light lunch next time I’m in London, I’ll keep more complete image of King, a for equality has come so far, but from going to the pubs too early at Westminster Abbey, on our an eye out for him. I hope I’ll prestigious man that isn’t without is not yet won. in the evening. Before he retired, way to meet a friend at the BBC. stumble upon him again. And I human faults. he’d been an architect. Within We’d simply stumbled upon his hope you stumble sometimes too. The film is pretty three weeks, he’d realized that easel and generous smile and straightforward in mentioning retirement consisted of botched stayed a while. BRITTON PERELMAN King’s adultery. Duvernay trips to the grocery upon his wife’s That’s what travel is, a constant [email protected] Yoga finds its center in The Interview: Mixed feelings of Oxford communtiy

HEALTH to do yoga in the comfort of her students reflect those of nation own apartment, especially when FILM ANNABEL BROOKS FOR THE MIAMI STUDENT temperatures drop. “YouTube and Hulu have some RACHEL TRACY the Pentagon and the whole U.S. CNN writers Jim Acosta and great options if you want to do FOR THE MIAMI STUDENT mainland, the cesspool of terror- Kevin Liptak said in a January Yoga, the physical, mental yoga but don’t want to leave ism.” CNN.com article. and often spiritual practice of the house,” Loss said. “I love “The Interview,” a $44 mil- The threat also stated that “I think it’s concerning that controlling the breath and posing yoga because when you’re do- lion dollar budget movie starring fighters of justice “are sharpen- Sony would back down because the body, is an activity offered ing it, it doesn’t even seem like James Franco and Seth Rogen, ing bayonets not only in the U.S. of threats from another country,” abundantly in Oxford. a workout, but you can really only made it into select theaters mainland but in all other parts of Miami University junior Andrew There are several different types feel it afterwards.” around the country on Christmas the world.” DeLong said. “But the movie is of yoga, but the most common In Oxford, yoga is available day due to threats from North Due to the threat, Sony gave hilarious.” is Vinyasa. This discipline pays at the Rec, the Student Health Korea. movie theaters permission to Since the release of the mov- special attention to breathing Services and the Oxford In this movie, celebrity tab- cancel the showing of the movie. ie, some celebrities have spoken patterns and connecting that to the Community Arts Center. Classes loid show stars Dave Skylark Movie theaters were concerned out about Sony backing down to a body in motion. are offered daily at the Rec for (Franco) and Aaron Rapoport that showing “The Interview” foreign country. George Clooney The list of yoga’s health both Pilates Yoga and classic (Rogen) book an interview with would turn people away from tried to start a petition stating that benefits is lengthy, but several of Vinyasa Yoga. the leader of North Korea, Kim coming to the movie theater at he and whoever signed it would the advantages are particularly Pilates Yoga combines the two Jong-un. After finding out about all, according to screenrant.com. stand behind Sony and help them worthwhile to college students. practices to incorporate strength this interview, the CIA recruits This, is turn, would hurt the rat- fight against the GOP. No one Not only does yoga have exercises as well as the stretching them to assassinate the dictator. ings of other movies in theater. signed his petition, according to physical benefits like improv- provided by yoga. Miami Senior Sony’s Internet servers were “The White House said a new Dann Albright, a freelance writer Emily Baker attends a Vinyasa hacked by an organization called executive order targets leaders and blogger. class at least once a week. “Guardians of Peace (GOP).” in North Korea’s government, “I personally think that the I love doing yoga at the “It’s relaxing and a great way This group issued a terrorist preventing them from access- actors in the film have freedom of health center. It’s a very to unwind after a long day of threat against any movie theaters ing property and entering the speech and should be able to joke peaceful atmosphere and classes,” Baker said. that would run “The Interview.” United States. The isolated nu- about the film topic, but it created kind of a hidden gem in Semester class passes are According to CNN, the North clear regime, which has denied unnecessary controversy,” senior Oxford.” available at the Rec for $170, or Korean threat stated, “Our tough- involvement in the Sony hack, film studies minor Eboni- Hol $15 per individual class. est counteraction will be boldly was already subject to a strict set CHLOE BECK The Student Health Servic- taken against the White House, of U.S. economic restrictions,” INTERVIEW »PAGE 5 MIAMI SENIOR es also offers yoga classes for free for students, faculty and ing flexibility, increasing muscle Oxford locals. EVENTS strength and improving posture, “I love doing yoga at the health it also has been found to make center,” Miami senior Chloe JANUARY 28 JANUARY 30 FEBRUARY 1 you a mentally healthy, more Beck said. “It’s a very peaceful centered person. atmosphere and kind of a hidden Winter Mega Fair Theory of Mind Play Music Faculty Doing yoga has the potential gem in Oxford.” Recital to reduce stress recognizably and Off-campus, the Oxford to aid sleep. Community Arts Center on 5 p.m. 7 p.m. 3 p.m. At the University of Wisconsin, College Avenue offers yoga Richard Davidson, Ph.D., even classes away from the hustle and found that the practice of yoga bustle of the university. At $10 ASC OCAC Hall Auditorium leads to greater levels of happiness. a class, the Vinyasa classes are Senior Kelsey Loss prefers taught two to three times a week. WWW.MIAMISTUDENT.NET TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2015 5

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Winter term’s second showing offers more options, solidifies bright future

EDITORIAL The following piece, written by the editorial editors, reflects the majority opinion of the editorial board.

The only weird thing about Mi- Miami came and went, we watched Winter term is changing things impossible during the regular se- And since the offering is so new, ami’s Winter Term is how it is many of our peers excitedly pack around here, and in the eyes of The mester. This term really an ideal there isn’t a rich history of schol- changing the way we navigate the their bags for a not-so-casual Janu- Editorial Board, we like it. time to study abroad, because you arships offered for students. You “how was your break” conversa- ary adventure. We were impressed From a writer’s workshop to a won’t miss a semester of being on know that list of financial aid op- tion. Before winter term’s illus- with the growing list of opportuni- Drawing and Art program in Italy campus or the coveted summer ses- tions you scroll through when you trious offerings, we summed up ties for study abroad or study away. to Inside Hollywood and New York, sion for internships. The way we first apply to Miami? That’s- no the friendly question with chatter see it, Winter Term is best when where to be found when it comes about Christmas presents, family students use it to do something to Winter Term just yet. bonding and maybe the occasional Miami students are taking this Winter Term thing in they wouldn’t normally do during t So if you opt to sign up for a trip to Florida. stride, and it’s changing the conversation in big and he school year. class or program during Winter But now, you never know what small ways.” The downside to Winter Term Term, you probably end up pay- kind of international voyage, re- is in the growing pains; there’s a ing a lot of money. And unless search job or big city internship huge lack of financial aid avail- you need extra courses to gradu- will be lurking on the other side of able, making many programs ate on schedule, it doesn’t seem this question. Compared to last year, Winter plus plenty of business-centered inaccessible for students without worth it to take a typical course There could be mention of trips Term was way more popular — en- trips, most of Miami’s winter term those deep wallets. during this time. to Greece or knocking out core rollment in Winter Term this year offerings are unique. For an out-of-sate student, one Of course, we see this problem requirements from the comfort of increased by 33 percent. Give Miami students six weeks, credit costs $1218.69 over winter going away in the future as more your couch. There could be selfies Students embraced it more this and just wait to see all the mountain- term, which adds up to $3,656 for options are slated for the term and in front of those European monu- time around after the inaugral year climbing Instagram photos that a standard three credit hour class. it continues to grow. ments you’ve always wanted to dust had settled. Miami students show up. This number is comparable The reason this isn’t an over- visit. There could be curious tanned are taking this Winter Term thing in This is a time to dig in and fo- to, even a bit cheaper than, the whelmingly big deal is the check faces with a Caribbean beach stride, and it’s changing the conver- cus on one area for a few weeks, breakdown of a course during yes or no part of Winter Term. as the source. sation in big and small ways. Not without the added stresses of being the fall or spring. The problem is It’s optional. Students are allowed So, if all you did was go to the only are students doing more with entirely in school mode. You won’t there are virtually no scholarships to take six weeks off the college mall on any given snowy day over their breaks, they are becoming be as distracted by club meetings, allotted for these winter courses. lifestyle, no questions asked. But the past six weeks, prepare to be more cultured and seeing the world going Uptown or the other classes Many scholarships at Miami are when the question is asked, you jealous. You also might want to start with a open lens, which benefits this on your schedule. set up to cover eight semesters, might want to have a made-up sto- booking plane tickets for next year. university as they come back and It’s a chance to set aside a few and don’t factor in the Winter ry ready to go because your friends As the second Winter Term at share their stories. weeks and do something that seems Term possibility. did some really cool stuff.

Politics is no joke: how satire influences our political reality

POLITICS satires are more informed than America behind Tom Brokaw, “Laughter is a way to engage or womanizer Bill Clinton. those who don’t; they are also Dan Rather and Anderson Cooper, anyone,” says Kelley. “Anyone Sarah Palin has also been a In 2004, Jon Stewart was a overwhelmingly more cynical. how can you call yourself “just that can figure out how to make popular target of late night jokes. guest on the now-canceled CNN Although there has been little a comedian?” someone laugh knows how to Leading up to the 2008 presiden- show “Crossfire,” a debate-style research done on how political According to a study by the reach them in a way that you can’t tial election, Jay Leno said, “To- program that discussed recent satires affect political engage- Pew Research Center, one-third do with any other style.” morrow night, Sarah Palin will be events in politics. While the hosts ment, what we know so far is that of the public learned about the In the words of Morris, politi- on ‘Saturday Night Live.’ When brought Stewart on the show to laughing at politics eases anxiet- campaign or candidates in the last cal comedians serve the modern- they told her, she said, ‘What promote his new book and “be ies and makes viewers less likely presidential campaign from late day function of the court jester. night is that on?’” funny,” Stewart instead accused to take action. This is especially night comedy shows. Pointing out flaws in politicians While these jokes influence the the hosts of “partisan hackery” problematic because young peo- Pew also found young peo- and our political system and mak- opinions of all viewers, they are and “hurting America.” ple watch these shows. ple between the ages of 18 ing fun of those flaws leads to a especially influential for unedu- “If you want to compare your In their 2014 book “Politics is and 24 are the largest viewers more informed citizen. cated viewers. show to a comedy show, you’re a Joke!,” Robert Lichter, Jody of these shows. While watching political com- “What if somebody just stum- more than welcome to,” said Baumgarter and Jonathan Morris In the 2008 presidential pri- edy has the potential to spark an bled across political humor, and Stewart. “The news organiza- begin their discussion of political maries, 46 percent of this de- interest in politics for uniformed they don’t really follow the news, tions look to Comedy Central for satire by referencing Stewart’s mographic learned something viewers, researchers like Morris but then they see all these jokes their cues on integrity …You’re deflection of responsibility. about the candidates or the cam- and Baumgartner don’t believe about what a mess politics is,” on CNN! The show that leads “Most contemporary political paign from comedy programs, this is usually the case. says Morris. “They might just de- into me is puppets making crank humorists publicly claim that their compared to 20 percent of “Viewership does not cause cide, ‘I’m not interested in that. phone calls.” humor has no importance beyond those over 40. engagement, engagement causes Why would I vote? It’s clear it When one host quipped its comedic value,” they write. According to Stewart, his goal viewership,” says Baumgartner. doesn’t matter.’” that Stewart didn’t ask “real “Stewart, for example, regularly when he became the host of “The Alyssa Knight, president of If people who watch political question[s],” Stewart’s re- downplays his iconoclastic status Daily Show” was to mobilize the Miami University’s club Col- satires are more informed than ply contained a sentiment that by reminding viewers and journal- youth vote. lege Democrats, agrees that po- their counterparts, as well as more he has reiterated time and ists that he is ‘just a comedian.’” Christopher Kelley, profes- litical comedy isn’t the most cynical, what is the result? It’s clear time again. For someone who is “just a co- sor of political science at Miami, effective way to get people nearly everyone exposed to late “I don’t think I have to,” said median,” Stewart and political sati- says cable channels like Comedy involved in politics who are night comedy shows walks away Stewart. “You have a responsibili- rists like him have long been seen Central saw a potential market in currently disinterested. with distrust for politicians and our ty to the public discourse, and you as vehicles of political change. young people. The creation of late “They may get a laugh out of political system, but are they also fail miserably.” Stephen Colbert testified in night comedy show, he says, has it, but they also don’t know the left with a desire to do anything to This back and forth raises 2010 before a House subcom- resulted in the uptick of young reality of whatever is being made change it? an important question. Doesn’t mittee on the topic of migrant people showing up to the polls. into satire so they probably won’t The research so far is saying no. Stewart have the same respon- workers, and Stewart later used The draw of political satires connect with the material well,” While the flaws of our po- sibility? Why is it that political his show to lobby for legislation isn’t the politics — it’s the co- says Knight. litical system pose serious issues news shows, like “Crossfire,” that would have supplied billions medic presentation. Accord- Jokes become caricatures, rep- that need to be resolved, there have a responsibility to the pub- of dollars of aid to areas hit by ing to Kelley, if these shows etition causes momentum, and a is something extremely satisfy- lic discourse and political satires, Hurricane Sandy. made politics their focus and politician is reduced to a simplis- ing about laughing at politics, like “The Daily Show,” don’t? When you’re named the presentation secondary, they tic adjective — such as fat Chris People who watch political fourth most trusted journalist in wouldn’t be successful. Christie, stupid George W. Bush JOKE »PAGE 7

RULE OF THUMB Looking ahead at the 2016 election

PARKS AND REC FINAL SEASON The White House might get a taste of reform conservatism We can’t deny we’re a little sad to leave behind our favorite group of government workers from Pawnee, Indiana, but the POLITICS winning three elections since pen to be from Wisconsin). The final season of Parks & Recreation is sure 2010, he has demonstrated strong fact of the matter is that these in- to be worth watching. Reform conservatism is no political adversity in the battle of fluential Republican leaders inside stranger to the state of Wiscon- ideas in the historically progres- the D.C. beltway both want to be sin. In 1993, Governor Tommy sive state. While his opponents able to sit in the oval office talking Thompson led the charge in re- have decried his policies, he has to a familiar friend, not a foe. The DEFLATEGATE WOES forming welfare to restore per- won their respect because of his frustration and urgency is clear We’re not a fan of potential cheating, sonal responsibility to its recipi- firm stances. Governor Walker’s from Chairman Priebus. After especially when it comes to what team ents and efficiency to government. record consists of forcing many winning re-election to be head of makes it to the Superbowl. But, all the The resulting measure was the public sector workers to contribute the RNC he stated, “I don’t think jokes and media coverage is too much. Personal Responsibility and Work to their pension and health ben- people realize how hard it is to run Let’s move on. Opportunity Reconciliation Act efits, cutting income and property a national party without a presi- (PRWORA). The message was taxes, expanding school choice dent.” He goes on to say, “I think simple and one every working opportunities, and turning the that winning a third term means I PIRATES OF THE CARRIBEAN 5 class American could cling to, “if Badger state’s budget deficit into a have a massive responsibility to Can we be done with this already? We you receive assistance from the budget surplus. rebuild our party, to put our nomi- loved the original Disney action flick that government, you should have to Many other Republican Gov- nee in the best position possible was made over a decade ago, but making work for it.” ernors can claim this mantle of and not repeat the same result that another one, especially without the main And now, over 20 years later conservative accomplishments, happened in 2012.” cast, is old news. another Wisconsinite looks poised but have they achieved it in the It appears political pressure to take the political stage with his midst of three elections and in a is what this man feels right now, own set of conservative reforms to blue state? No. and what better way to relieve that SYLLABUS WEEK run for president. In addition to his electability, pressure than by putting someone Governor Scott Walker (R- Governor Scott Walker has sup- he knows and trusts in a position After a long break, we’re excited to be WI), who worked on Governor port from the party’s most notable to take the White House, a fellow back on campus. We’re hopeful the first Thompson’s first gubernatorial thought leader Congressman Paul Wisconsinite like himself. The le- week back will be an easy work load so campaign, made history in 2012 Ryan and Republican National verage Congressman Ryan, now we can catch up with our classmates. by being the first governor in U.S. Committee (RNC) Chairman Re- months to live — caring at its finest. history to win a recall election. By ince Priebus (both of whom hap- 2016 »PAGE 5 [email protected] TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2015 OPINION 7

Religion is less about answers and more about the big questions

RELIGION their belief and faith. Believing doesn’t make you MILAM’S stupid, but I, nevertheless, do MUSINGS want to challenge people intel- Unfurl my winter break like a lectually on their belief — as winding country road and road- I would desire to do so on any side attrac- other manner of belief — and tions would flesh out the theological -under include copi- pinnings of that belief. ous banana As for my own, with the ability pudding, of hindsight, I now suspect that Oscar-movie the reason God and religion nev- binging, dog er took hold in me at a younger cuddling and age is the Evil Question, which is God. among the Big Questions. Listening, thinking and writing The existence of God and about God occupied large chunks the existence of an interven- of my time, which may seem odd ing, caring God are two sepa- coming from an atheist. rate religious and philosophical Then again, it’s not when you animals to address. As a note, consider religion is a major area Christian theology is of impor- of study, has been around for tance to me here since I grew up thousands of years and has court- in a Judeo-Christian culture. To ed billions of believers, regard- which, their theology rests upon less of their propensity. Which the latter proposition. is why I find it odd that believers God sending his only son, Je- and nonbelievers often shy away sus, to die on the cross would from touching religion. appear to be the most important Perhaps they find it too toxic, a and expressly “caring” of God’s non-starter, or even worse, point- interventions and the foundation SPECIAL COVERAGE less to examine. I beg to differ, for Christian theology. as I find exploring why people For much of my thinking on believe what they do and that it Christian theology, I rely on N.T. Mobilizing Anger: reimagining our roles as matters to ask the Big Questions. Wright’s wonderfully compel- My upbringing on this matter ling book, “Simply Christian: educators in an age of Ferguson was fairly typical, I’d venture to Why Christianity Makes Sense,” say: I went to Sunday school and and his other work wherein he the first book I recollect reading says, “Jesus’s resurrection is the In the wake of the killing of the creative potential of this mo- voices represented in the space. was the Children’s Bible. How- beginning of God’s new project Michael Brown and the con- ment. We share this poem below as a ever, since my only memory of not to snatch people away from tinued uprisings in Ferguson Structured as a working ses- way to kick off the semester in Sunday school was a man in the earth to heaven but to colonize as well as others unpublicized, sion, this event offered insights solidarity and illustrate the pow- Dominique C. Hill, Stephen into this particular moment in er of the words people shared. John Quaye, and Mahauganee the United States, while brain- If you want to join this move- If you’re into politics, religion, social issues, D. Shaw (faculty members in the storming what we (as individu- ment, e-mail Dominique at hill- try to make an effort to lend your ear to the College of Education, Health, als within higher education) [email protected]. disagreeable.” and Society) organized a town could do to actively engage in Also, be sure to follow the hall to bring the Miami com- and shape this moment. Mobilizing Anger Collec- munity together to make sense At the end of the town hall, we tive on Twitter @Mobilizin- of these events. The purpose of invited those present to create a gAnger and use the hashtag church parking lot doing that earth with the life of heaven.” the town hall was to examine collective poem to hear the many #MobilizingAnger trick where you pretend you’ve Yet this theology intersects cut off your thumb, I suppose with the Evil Question. To para- that best reflects my experience phrase Hitchens’ argument to I / We Stand For with religion early on. Christian apologist, William It never took hold for some Lane Craig in their formal debate All lives Change in a world of instability silent reason. For others, it quite obvi- in 2009, “Where was God during The people who do experience Justice and love for everyone All of those people who are si- ously does. Curious, indeed. Auschwitz? Looking down with discrimination that I don’t experi- Loving myself as a trans* lenced Then, as it tends to happen folded arms?” ence because I don’t “look” Cu- person and loving all other Making Miami a more inclu- with atheism, when I started ex- Craig offered his rebuttal about ban trans* people sive environment ploring the Big Questions around free will and I’m aware of the Stolen slaves dead w/ no This being about each and ev- Students age 14, I could be best described thinking therein. Unfortunately, name…and the game of Capoeira ery one of us. Here. Now. Compassion, empathy, bolster- as a disciple or caricature of there is not enough space for they gave us Good vibes and positive energy ing, the voices of the marginal- what would become r/atheism. me to explore the Evil Question Compassion, justice, truth- ALL HUMAN BEINGS ized and oppressed If you’re not familiar with that in great length or get too knee- telling Love, justice, art Courageous conversations reference; it’s essentially the idea deep in the theology here. How- All of those who haven’t been Providing space for everyone Equality that religion exists to be mocked ever, I wanted to at least put on able to stand for themselves to be heard and seen Support and the religious ridiculed for the table one of the bigger road- Organizing and working for Being dangerous Being mindful to those who their stupidity. blocks to faith I have had and justice Tamir Rice and all young black need mercy Sort of like the George Carlin- continue to have. Teaching my white son to see boys robbed of their childhood Change variety, “How can you believe I have no answers, but per- his privilege and make room Education/education ignorance Empathy, equity, and most im- this stupid crap?” Of course, he haps some advice will suffice: The pain of myself and others. with understanding, communica- portantly, I stand with all of those says it more colorfully. If you’re into politics, religion, I will always stand with you tion, unity and empowerment black lives taken too soon Likewise, another one of the social issues, try to make an ef- Those who are not heard, seen, All of those who can no longer Love most outspoken nonbelievers fort to lend your ear to the dis- spoken to/for stand for themselves Creating community, direct ac- and dare I say, most eloquent, agreeable. Not only does it Equity in higher education Critical consciousness tion, Creating permanent change was Christopher Hitchens, most serve to necessarily challenge The humanity and existence of Love and respect Making people feel valued known for his book, “God Is Not your own beliefs and therefore all people Justice and peace Community Great: How Religion Poisons strengthen their arguments, but Equity and social justice Justice. Virtue. Integrity. Ac- Equal opportunity Everything,” wherein he says, you’ll often find, the disagree- Equality countability. Peace and love Respect “The person who is certain, and able ones present some worth- Listening to/for the complexity Independent thought, actions On the shoulders of my ances- who claims divine warrant for while ideas and ways of thinking of every person’s story that don’t conform to the system, tors his certainty, belongs now to the about issues that you previously Black lives along with gay singing, dancing, creativity, the My trans* community and the infancy of our species.” hadn’t considered. lives along with women lives hood and the good, the hustle, the people fighting for social justice While I appreciate Carlin as After all, there is no bet- Love struggle to fit in the world but be A Voice the greatest comedian of all ter time to contemplate God Dismantling the oppression myself Educating students time and Hitchens for his debat- and your existence after that is all connected and tears at Humanity. Living without fear. My students ing skill -— he’s like listening that third plate of succulent every human being Justice and refusing to remain Equality to a symphony with his mani- banana pudding. festly skillful wit and humor — I’ve since moved on from my younger days where I believed DOMINIQUE C. HILL, STEPHEN JOHN QUAYE, AND MAHAUGANEE D. SHAW BRETT MILAM FACULTY MEMBERS IN THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, HEALTH, AND SOCIETY the religious to be stupid in [email protected]

FROM JOKE »PAGE 6 people make jokes about people When we see Speaker Boehner system, there’s a point when we “You need to get a job at a journalism perhaps because our government because the jokes are funny, but playing with a wind-up monkey in his need to stop laughing and take these school, I think.” can be so ridiculous that it’s hard also because it takes people down office or Texas Sen. Ted Cruz reading issues seriously. Stewart replied, “You need to go to believe our political reality. a notch, especially those we see “Green Eggs and Ham” during his fil- Yet many people don’t want to do to one.” We trust political satirists as as higher than ourselves. ibuster leading up to the government that. Despite Stewart’s denial that “Wait. I thought you were going to sources because they show us Late night television shows are shut down, it’s hard to think that these he is not a journalist and is simply be funny,” said Carlson. “Come on. the “absurdities” of our system the political equivalent of US Mag- politicians are any different than our here to entertain, he becomes quite Be funny.” — and “how absurd we have be- azine’s notorious segment “Stars – zany next-door neighbor. But they journalistic when asked to appear “No. No,” said Stewart. “I’m not come for accepting them.” They’re Just Like Us!” A group of are — the next-door neighbor we on news programs like “Crossfire,” going to be your monkey.” We get increasingly fed up with people and the system they govern avoid doesn’t pass bills or control the much to the dismay of the actual our political system because we may at first seem elusive and com- House of Representatives. journalists hosting the show. see petty partisan bashing every- plex, but after watching political While laughing at politics is a When Stewart appeared on AMBER SCOTT where we turn. Yet bashing other satire, it suddenly appears relatable. great way to see the flaws of our “Crossfire,” Carlson told Stewart, [email protected]

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WOMEN’S HOCKEY »PAGE 10 goaltender Emalee Wills had an- unable to capitalize on their three MEN’S HOCKEY »PAGE 10 his teammates. other great game, stopping 27 of power play opportunities. “I was fortunate enough just to scoring opportunities.” 29 shots. “We played well this weekend,” opened the ice up to 4-on-4 capitalize on some of the oppor- In the first game, Miami took a The Red and White capital- Wills said. “Our forwards were play. The ’Hawks took advantage tunities that I had tonight,” Mur- 2-1 lead after one period as sopho- ized on one of its three power back-checking well and we had of the opportunity, as senior for- phy said. “But the team is most more forward Rachael Booth tal- plays, while they were outstand- good effort defensively. We re- ward Blake Coleman intercepted important. At the end of the year lied both goals in a three minute ing on the penalty kill by limiting ally came together this weekend, a pass and heaved it up to Cody we want to see ourselves at the span. The ’Hawks continued to GVSU to one power play goal which will help us down the road.” Murphy. Murphy wristed shot to top of the division, so that’s more generate offense as freshman for- on six chances. The RedHawks return to Ox- put the RedHawks up 2-0 with important right now.” ward Carly Noble found the back The RedHawks struck quickly ford at 4:45 p.m. Saturday Feb. 6:34 remaining. Denver added Entering the series, Denver of the net on the power play in the in the second matchup as Hanson 7 for its final home game of the a tally from senior forward Zac was ranked third in the nation second and sophomore forward scored 16 seconds into the game regular season against Ohio State Larraza at the 2:55 mark to cut with a 24.7 percent success rate Katie Augustine scored in the off assists by Guthrie and Visalli. University before heading to Co- MU’s lead to 2-1. on the power play. Miami’s pen- third before the Lakers recorded Mooney scored at the 17:20 mark lumbus to take on the Buckeyes Murphy gave Miami some alty kill held the Pioneers 0-for- another goal late. of the third period with passes noon Sunday,Feb. 8. breathing room with his sec- 8 on the power play through In addition to the goals, junior from Guthrie and freshman de- “Having a week off will be good ond goal of the game at the 4:22 both games. defender Jessie Gould led the way fender Nicole Matthews to round for us,” Hicks said. “Wills had a mark in the final frame, assisted “First and foremost, keeping with three assists and junior cen- out the scoring. tremendous weekend as well. We by senior defenseman Ben Pau- them off the board during the ter Haley Williams accounted for Wills collected 17 saves on have some big conference series lides and junior forward Andrew power play is really important,” two. Noble, Guthrie and sopho- the night. Miami went 0-2 on the left in the regular season and we’ll Schmit. The Pioneers pulled Jail- Blasi said. “They have so much more forward Kaley Mooney each power play, although it held up on be able to clinch the conference let for an extra skater with three skill … they’re dangerous guys. had an assist as well. Sophomore the penalty kill as the Lakers were title, which is the first step for us.” minutes remaining, but Coleman Special teams are such a big part hit an empty net goal to put an of the game that you have to exclamation point on the win. make sure you’re on the positive FROM VOLLEYBALL »PAGE 10 The fight comes to Oxford this WOMEN’S BBALL »PAGE 10 “We weathered the storm,” end of things.” Wednesday when a familiar foe Blasi said. “It was important for The Red and White return to The team drained 50 percent of rolls into town. game came from the hot us to bounce back.” action against Western Michigan their shots from the field, convert- The RedHawks will try to shooting of Miami in the second. Murphy tallied two goals University in Kalamazoo, Michi- ing on 16 of their 32 attempts. stop the losing skid when the The team drained 50 per- and one assist on the night, gan. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. McCue’s hot hand was key MAC West leaders, Ball State cent of their shots from the but was quick to hand credit to Saturday. to the turnaround. She went University, visit. field, converting on 16 of their 5-8 within a 12-minute stretch. The Cardinals (9-9, 5-2) 32 attempts. She dropped 16 of her 18 in and ’Hawks have already met McCue’s hot hand was key the second. once this season. That match- to the turnaround. She went “I just found my shot,” McCue up resulted in a 72-41 blowout 5-8 within a 12-minute stretch. said. “Just tried to set myself up loss for Miami. She dropped 16 of her 18 in and put myself in a position to put McCue pegged turnovers as the the second. some points on the board.” area of concern. “I just found my shot,” McCue The team also cut down on “If we cut down on turnovers, said. “Just tried to set myself up turnovers. They have averaged we would’ve had a chance to and put myself in a position to 20.5 per game in their first 17 win,” McCue said following the put some points on the board.” games, but only coughed it up 10 loss. The team also cut down on times Saturday. The RedHawks had 31 turn- turnovers. They have averaged “We need to fight a whole overs in that game. 20.5 per game in their first 17 lot harder, a whole lot longer,” Tip is scheduled for 7 p.m. games, but only coughed it up Wright said. Wednesday at Millett Hall.. 10 times Saturday. “We need to fight a whole lot harder, a whole lot longer,” FROM COLUMN »PAGE 10 wanted to make that clear. Wright said. Do I buy the scientific explana- The fight comes to Oxford this WRITERS WANTED spected and approved. tion? Well, even Belichick said he Wednesday when a familiar foe During warmups, the team isn’t a scientist. It’ll be fun to watch rolls into town. The Miami Student doesn’t use the game balls, at least it unfold. The RedHawks will try not in the 36 college football games I Tom Brady seemed sincere, too, to stop the losing skid when is looking for writers! have worked. The referees check the but I can’t help but doubt that he had the MAC West leaders, Ball For more info, e-mail game balls, and if one of them does no involvement whatsoever. Quar- State University, visit. not pass inspection, it is not allowed terbacks care about how the game The Cardinals (9-9, 5-2) and [email protected] to enter the game or the referees will balls feel, and they should. ’Hawks have already met once inflate the football to the proper PSI. A member of the Patriots game this season. That matchup re- I can’t remember a time where I’ve day staff would have no reason to al- sulted in a 72-41 blowout loss seen one rejected, but I know the ref- ter a ball in any way unless a player for Miami. erees check them because they mark approached them. McCue pegged turnovers as on the white stripes of the ball. Ei- As I said earlier, I was only a the area of concern. ther the date of the game, initials or a ball boy during my freshman year. “If we cut down on turn- line will indicate that a ball has been I never even thought for a second overs, we would’ve had a approved. The footballs that are ap- about tampering with a game ball chance to win,” McCue said proved are used in the game. illegally. I was never asked to and I following the loss. At Miami, the footballs that are know everyone I work with would The RedHawks had 31 turn- chosen to be game balls at the begin- never cheat either. Occasionally, a overs in that game. ning of the year are used throughout football’s texture would fail to meet Tip is scheduled for 7 p.m. the entire season. Before each game the quarterback’s preferences before Wednesday at Millett Hall. the footballs are brushed and may a game and we simply choose not to even be waxed in order to keep them put that ball in play. at their peak texture. The takeaway from deflategate, if Email Kyle Hayden at [email protected] Bill Belichick’s statements about it was intentional, is that it’s cheating for more information. deflategate were believable. He- re and unethical. Based on the end re- PAGE ally has no reason to concern himself sult of the game it was probably un- with the air pressure of the footballs. necessary too. He has a game to coach. The fact I hope that deflategate and spygate that he scheduled a press conference do not take anything away from the DESIGNERS to announce the scientific experi- great teams that the Patriots have had ments the Patriots performed helped in the last fifteen years, but I know his cause. Belichick is typically very they will to some extent. I also hope short with the media, and on Sat- that the focus in the next week is on WANTED. urday he was extremely thorough. an intriguing Super Bowl matchup. Many analysts have poked holes in I’m sure the balls will be properly his arguments and atmospheric find- inflated this time. WHEN YOU’RE ings, but he did not have to address PLEASE RECYCLE : ) this again. He chose to. He does not JUSTIN MASKULINSKI FINISHED READING believe the Patriots cheated, and he [email protected]

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MEN’S BASKETBALL the way for the RedHawks with under two minutes to play to put 14 points, including four free the RedHawks up 56-54, but a JACK BREWER throws down the stretch to ice the missed pair of Miami free throws FOR THE MIAMI STUDENT game. Junior guard Eric Wash- gave Northern Illinois a chance ington scored 12 points with a to take the lead with 33 seconds The Miami University men’s game-high six assists. Freshman left. After the Huskies missed a basketball team (7-12, 2-4 Mid- forward Logan McLane scored a 3-point shot, Sullivan made four American Conference) picked career-high 11 points, connecting free throws to secure the victory. up its first road win of the season on 5 of 8 attempts from the field. The Huskies were paced of- Saturday afternoon, edging out “We missed some free throws fensively by senior guard Aaron Northern Illinois University (8-9, down the stretch and Will Sul- Armstead, who came in off the 2-4 MAC) 60-55. livan, our senior, steps up bench and scored 15 points on 6 “Good for our kids,” head and he makes four in a row,” of 11 attempts from the field. Se- coach John Cooper said. “Obvi- Cooper said. nior guard Anthony Johnson was ously we struggled here a little In the second half, Northern second on the team in scoring bit getting off to the start of con- Illinois held a 37-33 advantage with 12 points on 5 of 8 attempts ference play, but being able to with 15:51 to play, but the Red- from the field. come here and win, which is hard Hawks went up 38-37 two min- The RedHawks are back in ac- as heck, to get a win here on the utes later, and Northern Illinois tion Jan. 27 at the University of CONNOR MORIARTY THE MIAMI STUDENT road certainly feels good. I’m never regained the lead for the Toledo for a Tuesday night con- Junior guard Eric Washington drives to the lane during a home game happy for the kids.” rest of the game. Washington test. Tip off is set for 7 p.m. in versus Dayton. Washington leads the team with 13.8 points per game. Senior guard Will Sullivan led made a critical layup with just Savage Arena.

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MEN’S HOCKEY ami a 1-0 lead 8:54 into the game. sophomore forward Terrence Moore of Grand Valley State Czarnik’s 148th assist tied him with put the game away with an empty net GRACE REMINGTON Mike Orn for 10th on the school’s goal with 10.8 seconds remaining. WOMEN’S HOCKEY goals per game while the Lakers STAFF WRITER all-time list. “We weren’t getting to the net,” (7-6-2) averaged 1.6 per game The ’Hawks kept the momen- Blasi said. “You have to get to the JORDAN RINARD heading into the series. SENIOR STAFF WRITER The Miami University men’s tum, out-shooting the Pioneers 11-6 net against a good team like Denver. “We played better on Friday, hockey team continued conference during the remainder of the period. We’re going to have to come back but overall we capitalized on play at home as it split a series with However, first-minute DU goals in and regroup and see if we can play a Following its first defeat of the some opportunities and played as University of Denver. The No. 9/10 both the second and third periods little bit better tomorrow night.” season in a 4-3 home loss to No. one unit,” head coach Scott Hicks RedHawks (15-9, 8-6 National Col- spoiled Miami’s strong start. The Red and White did just that. 12 Penn State University last Sun- said. “The line of [sophomore for- legiate Hockey Conference) were “We had a good first period, then Sophomore forward Anthony day, the No. 1 Miami University ward Cassidy] Guthrie, [sopho- edged by the No. 11/12 Pioneers Denver took over from there,” head Louis put the contest’s first tally on women’s hockey team got back more forward Jordan] Hanson (14-8-1, 7-6 NCHC) in a 3-1 loss coach Enrico Blasi. “You can’t let the board at the 12:07 mark with a to its winning ways this weekend. and [freshman forward Alyssa] Friday, but bounced back with a goals in in the first minute of any pe- shot that just barely passed DU fresh- The RedHawks downed Grand Visalli played tremendous hockey 4-1 win Saturday. riod, and we did that twice.” man goaltender Tanner Jaillet. The Valley State University 4-2 and for us this weekend. They were re- Miami came out flying early when Denver was able to keep Miami period ended with Miami leading 1-0 2-0 in CCWHA action. The two ally clicking and gave us a lot of senior forward Austin Czarnik fed from generating much speed as the for the second night in a row. teams were well matched, as the junior forward Riley Barber with RedHawks had only two shots on With 6:56 to go in the second RedHawks (20-1-1) averaged six WOMEN’S HOCKEY »PAGE 9 a breakaway pass that Barber con- goal in the final 17 minutes. Pulling frame, matching minor penalties verted into a backhand goal. Bar- junior goaltender Jay Williams for an ber’s 11th goal of the year gave Mi- extra skater proved fruitless, as DU MEN’S HOCKEY »PAGE 9 SCOREBOARD MEN’S HOCKEY Denver...... 3 Miami...... 4 A Miami eqiupment manger’s Miami...... 1 Denver...... 1 perspective on “Deflategate” WOMEN’S HOCKEY issue of sportsmanship than anything Andrew Hendrix preferred a newer COLUMN else. Because it’s the Patriots (or De- football just barely broken-in. Red- Miami...... 4 Miami...... 2 LINSKI’S flatriots, as the clever minds of the shirt senior quarterback Drew Kum- Grand Valley...... 2 Grand Valley...... 0 LIST Internet have renamed them) people mer likes the older, much more bro- “Deflategate” are going to immediately assume ken-in footballs. During practice, if is the top storyline they were cheating, though nothing one of them tells me that they really WOMEN’S BASKETBALL in the NFL head- has been proven. The Patriots were liked how a certain ball felt, I would ing into the Super the better team in the game regard- take note of it. Bowling Green.... 66 Bowl. less of air pressure, but playing out- Regardless of their preferences on Miami...... 53 The AFC Cham- side of the rules is never acceptable. the texture of the ball, one thing is al- pion New England I am a student equipment manager ways the same at Miami: the PSI. It Patriots are being for Miami’s football team and I have is always 13. MEN’S BASKETBALL investigated by the NFL because prepared game balls many times in Before every game the footballs many of their game balls in the 45-7 my three years here. I was a ball boy are pumped up to 13 pounds per thumping of the Indianapolis Colts during my freshman year, and I’ve square inch and taken to the referees Miami...... 60 were under-inflated by as much as worked alongside the quarterbacks a few hours before the game begins. NIU...... 55 two pounds. An under-inflated foot- the past two years. Here’s the life of Then, we do not see them again un- ball would be slightly easier to grip a Miami game ball: til just before kickoff. The referees for running backs, wide receivers The ball is selected by a quarter- bring them out after they are in- and quarterbacks. back based on their preferences: For That being said, this is more of an example; former Miami quarterback COLUMN »PAGE 9 STAT OF THE DAY ‘Hawks drop seventh straight game

WOMEN’S BBALL can Conference) looked hot at the a comeback, plowing their way to beginning, scoring seven points in a 44-point half. DANIEL TAYLOR the first seven minutes to launch Junior forward Hannah Mc- FOR THE MIAMI STUDENT them into a 7-5 lead. Cue scored two of her team lead- The Falcons (9-9, 2-5 MAC) put ing 18 points on a pair of free The losing streak now sits at together runs of 17 and nine points, throws to get the Red and White seven for the Miami University separated by a Jazz Smith layup. within eight. women’s basketball team follow- Heading into half, BGSU led But, that was as close as the ing a 66-53 loss to Bowling Green 31-9. Redshirt freshman Ken- Miami got, as the Falcons coasted 35.7 State University Saturday. nedy Kirkpatrick led the way and their way to the 13-point victory. The RedHawks only managed eventually finished with a team “Happy about our heart that The difference in field goal percentage the Miami women’s nine points in the first half in what high 18 points. we showed in the second half,” basketball team shot during the first and second halves against was their worst shooting half of the “Disappointed in the first half,” Wright said. Bowling Green. The RedHawks shot just 14.3 percent in the first season. The team only managed to head coach Cleve Wright said. The biggest turnaround of the half, but hit 50 percent in the second half. go just 4-28 from the field. “The hole got dug way too deep.” Miami (3-15, 0-7 Mid-Ameri- The ’Hawks tried to put together WOMEN’S BBALL »PAGE 9

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