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vard Law School as she cannot let The musical featured numer- and performance nights. but it just got more and more fun Olivia Chan ’17 go of her ex-boyfriend, Warner ous seniors as it was their final year It was no secret that many with each rehearsal.” Another hon- Editor Huntington III, played by Elliot to hit the stage in a WRA musi- students involved in the show em- orary Delta Nu sister, Katie Elkind Ong ’17. Elle, President of her so- cal. Adjoa Tettey-Fio ’17, playing braced their exaggerated charac- ’18, commented, “I played the role A playboy bunny, two adorable rority, Delta Nu, tells the tale of her a headstrong lesbian and Harvard ters. Jones exclaimed, "This role is of Margot, who was the ditzy one of dogs, sorority girls, and a whole struggle through the elite university Law student named Enid Hoops, a dream come true. I love playing three of Elle’s main sorority friends. lot of bending and snapping—The along side of her other sorority sis- reflected, “I couldn't have asked for Elle!" Ian Israelson ’17, playing Pro- She was so high-energy and had to Western Reserve Academy commu- ters and friends she meets. a better cast and crew to have done fessor Callahan, took this opportu- always be moving and just a little nity experienced all this plus more Directed by Ms. Midge Karam, my last Reserve musical with. I had nity to play “the biggest jerk with spazzy.” this past Halloween weekend. The she exclaimed, “The main takeaway so much fun and all the memories no repercussions” to his advantage. The fall production was no comedic musical, Legally Blonde, is ‘don’t judge a book by it’s cover.’ and laughs we had will stay with me Sidney Preston ’17, who played Ser- doubt one of the student body’s came alive on our very own KFAC But more than that, it’s a reminder forever.” The cast, pit, and crew all ena—a Deltu Nu and one of Elle’s all-time favorite musicals as lots stage as there was plenty of acting, to stay true to who you are. And to agree that this production was one closest friends, remarked, “It was a of laughter showered through the , and dancing to go around. know that it’s okay to be smart and of the most “dumb,” but entertain- bit daunting playing a part where KFAC theatre. Thank you for ev- The first act follows Elle Woods, beautiful—neither of those things ing, experiences they have shared the character was so drastically dif- eryone’s contribution to make this played by Sarah Jones ’17, to Har- are mutually exclusive.” throughout the lengthy rehearsals ferent from me and my personality, a spectacular show! WRA’s First Open House Welcomes Potential Students

mance in the Chapel, followed by a reading room, where students and Aidan Johnson ’18 warm welcome to the visitors from parents were greeted to an array of Contributing Writer our Head of School, Mr. Burner. refreshments, courtesy of the dining followed by a presentation by Mr. hall. At the conclusion of the tour, Western Reserve Academy Morrissey, the Dean of Admissions. there was a chance to meet with hosted its first Open House of the Afterwards, they were shown faculty, including the department 2016-2017 school year on October around campus by some of our chairs, representatives from the Ad- 9, allowing dozens of prospective current students who generously missions Office, and Mr. Burner. students to get a firsthand look at volunteered their time to assist with The guests departed for home after- Reserve life and learn more about the tour and did a wonderful job ward, taking with them the memo- the school before application sea- doing so. In addition to the usual ries of Reserve that they gained. son. academic buildings of Seymour and Those forty-seven students and From 1:00 to 3:30 on that Wilson, the impressive Center for their families will no doubt come bright Sunday afternoon, a grand Technology, Innovation, and Cre- away with a positive impression of total of forty-seven students visited ativity (CTIC), or as it’s more com- our beautiful school. Hopefully, the campus. Prospective students monly known, the Makerspace, was those potential Pioneers, as well from four states—Ohio, Michigan, shown off as well, a powerful exam- as the students attending the next Pennsylvania, and California— ple of the amazing opportunities Open House on Sunday, Novem- ALAN DOE were in attendance at the event. offered to students here at Reserve. ber 13, will choose to start the next Head of School Christopher Burner, welcomes prospective stu- There was a beautiful music perfor- The final stop was the Wilson school year here at WRA. dents and their families to the beautiful campus of Reserve. ReseRve RecoRd 2 News Issue 2, 2016 Green Key Hosts Presidential Debates Bad out and watch the debate unfold. Aidan Johnson ’17 Several students had fun playing Contributing Writer ‘debate bingo’, watching closely for News mentions of things like ‘Hillary’s With no election in recent emails’ and ‘Trump’s tax returns’ in American history being as divisive order to cross them off their cards. Browns as the 2016 presidential race, it is While the winner of that bin- only natural that student interest go match remains unclear, Clinton David Smith ’18 has been piqued. With the rise of seems to be the clear winner of that Editor such student-run clubs as Young debate. “She was obviously very well Democrats, Young Republicans, prepared,” says Bradyn Podnar ’18, Another NFL season, another and the new Liberal Socialists, a junior who has been following the year the Cleveland Browns remove many Pioneers are getting political presidential race. “But Trump just themselves from playoff contention for the first time. went downhill as it went on.” before November. Through the Although the majority of the Clinton also earned a stand- first nine games of the season, the student body is too young to vote, ing ovation from the students after Browns are the only winless team last year a mock election was held Trump criticized her for being too remaining in the NFL. for all students and staff, with Ber- rehearsed, and she sharply respond- To begin with the positive nie Sanders emerging as the winner. ed, “You know what else I prepared The inquisitr though, Cleveland’s offense has not However, now that the real election for? I prepared to be president.” Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton have spent much of their Octo- been all that bad. The offensive line is here, Pioneers have been follow- On Tuesday, October 4th, the ber time preparing and debating on stage for the election. took a hit due to some free agent ing the action breathlessly. Thanks vice presidential nominees, Dem- departures, but skilled players, such to Winston Wu, the first presiden- ocratic Senator Tim Kaine and In- Cooper and Martha Raddatz, but relentlessly attacked each other as Isaiah Crowell and Terrelle Pryor, tial debate on September 26th be- diana’s Republican Governor Mike many anxious students took to their throughout the debate. With the have been showing signs of hope. tween Democratic nominee Hillary Pence, had their turn to debate. common rooms to watch. political atmosphere so heavily Crowell, who currently stands at Clinton and Republican nominee This debate took place at Long- Both candidates were facing charged, it will be interesting to see 10th on the NFL rushing list, is Donald Trump was featured on the wood University in Virginia, the fresh controversy the second time what takes place on Election Day. averaging more than 5.2 yards per Green Key’s numerous televisions. home state of Senator Kaine, and around, with Clinton battling a The last debate, hosted by Fox carry, and also owns the longest There was a massive turnout, was moderated by Elaine Quijano. deluge of leaked campaign commu- host Chris Wallace, was shown in rushing touchdown, eighty-seven with crowds of students packed This debate was not shown in nications and Trump dealing with the Green Key. But without the yards, in the league so far. Pryor tightly together to watch the action the Green Key, much to the confu- an offensive, sophomoric tape from enticement of food and the event is getting snaps all around so far, take place, and the enticing promise sion of several students and faculty. 2005 that had surfaced. being upperclassmen-only, it was a recording rushing, receiving, and of free Papa John’s pizza only fur- Nor was the October 9th presiden- The candidates took several much quieter and civil crowd. Elec- even passing yards. In week three in ther encouraged students to come tial debate, moderated by Anderson questions from the audience, but tion day is November 8th. Miami, Pryor recorded eight recep- tions for 144 yards to go along with a rushing TD. Quarterback play has been Clown Hysteria in Hurricane Matthew subpar, but the depth chart at the position was ravaged by injuries, where four players have already re- Northeast Ohio Strikes Coast corded snaps at QB. RGIII, our key off-season pickup, got hurt in the state, two young men dressed as first game of the season against the Charlie Kolodziej ’18 clowns jumped out of the bed of a Philadelphia Eagles; he will miss Contributing Writer pickup truck near a local park and the majority of the season. began harassing children. Backup Josh McCown then A wave of clown hysteria has Only a few days after the orig- also sustained an injury, and the swept our nation in the last few inal sighting in Greensboro, the Browns were forced to play third months. Sightings of these creepy police were called to a man’s house stringer Cody Kessler of USC in carnival carnies are coming in from in South Carolina who claimed to week three. This is when Pryor even all over the . have seen a clown coming out of logged some snaps at QB, com- The first account of clown the woods at the back of his proper- pleting three of five passes for thir- mayhem came from Greenville, ty and said that he promptly chased ty-five yards. South Carolina. Multiple clowns al- it away with a machete. Many are Although the offense is some- legedly appeared behind Fleetwood not sure what the exact cause of ABC NEWS what competent, averaging 348 Manor Apartments and attempt- this clown hysteria seems to be, but Hurricane Matthew caused severe damage to North Carolina yards a game (good for 20th in the ed to lure frightened kids into the many believe the increased sightings hurricane. league), the defense is embarrass- Matthew Bloom ’19 woods. This prompted the police are simply copycat crimes. Others Factually, tropical cyclones re- ing. The 29th ranked defense in Contributing Writer to get involved, and the manag- believe the clowns are a part of a vi- quire certain favorable conditions the NFL—403 yards a game—is er, informing his residents, cau- ral ad campaign for the upcoming to form, such as warm waters, high exposed, game after game. tioned, “At no time should a child horror movie, 31, by director Rob Here in Hudson, Ohio, we humidity and condensation, and Their best game defensively, be alone at night, or walking in the Zombie; the film features an evil have had mostly calm weather as conducive equatorial latitudes. So, in week two against division rival roads or wooded areas at night.” carnival as its main attraction. of late, but many have no doubt looking at the statistics, Matthew Baltimore Ravens, they still gave up Police searched the woods after While the initial cause of these heard of the devastation wrought should be a stronger storm than if twenty-five points, allowing a run- these reports but found no clowns clown sightings is unknown, what is by the recent Hurricane Matthew. global warming was not occurring. of-the-mill quarterback Joe Flacco nor sinister clown-related activity. certain is that these sinister clowns Matthew was a Category 5 hurri- Storms are on average stronger to pass for more than 300 yards. In a similar incident, a Kentucky are hurting the real clown enter- cane—the first Atlantic Category 5 based on wind speeds, and it is odd The defense has not improved man was arrested for lurking in the tainment business. Many entertain- hurricane since 2007—that formed for a hurricane of this strength to much since, giving up thirty points woods outside an apartment build- ers are reporting drops in clientele, on September 28 and continued form at this point in the year when to the Miami Dolphins, thirty-one ing while in full clown regalia. He and many have had to modify their until October 10. The hurricane climate change alters the timeline of to Washington Redskins, thir- was charged with, among other routines in order to avoid scaring affected most of the Western At- hurricane seasons. ty-three to Tom Brady in his return things, “wearing a mask in a public children or attracting unwanted lantic, such as the Caribbean, the The effect of one storm from from Deflategate, and twenty-eight place.” attention. This clown epidemic is southeastern coast of the U.S. and climate change is difficult to gauge, to the lowly Tennessee Titans on In Pennsylvania, numerous in- not only ruining the childhood of Canada. The storm caused any- but hurricanes today will be stron- the road. dividuals dressed as clowns roam. kids, but also the careers of those in where between 597 deaths to over ger overall compared to those in the A perfect representation of the A woman in Ebensburg reported the clown industry. With reports in 1383, as well as over $5.2 billion in past. Browns season is the conclusion a clown peeking through her win- over twenty states, some can only damage. Many can argue that the hurri- of the Miami game. In the fourth dow, and in another area of the hope it will end soon. Everyone can agree on the cat- cane came not from climate change, quarter, with the game tied, the astrophic effects Hurricane Mat- but from nature. Hurricanes have Browns drove into field goal range thew, especially in poorer nations always happened. And while the as the clock ran down. On the last such as Haiti, rendered and, but short-term evidence might support play of regulation, kicker Cody Par- the event evoked political dialogue this claim, the data is irrefutable in key missed the game winning field regarding the situation. Secretary showing that the world is changing. goal from forty-six yards out. Hillary Clinton brought up the Temperatures are increasing at an It looks as if the Browns and topic of climate change when stat- increasing rate, that is an undeni- their dedicated fanbase will look ing that climate change strength- able fact. ahead to the draft and the 2017 ened the intensity of the storm and Matthew may just be a result season for any miniscule degree of worsened its effects. Clinton cited of that change, and a frightening football hope. But, for now, at least NBC4i higher seawater levels and warmer sign of what may yet come of such we have the Cleveland Cavaliers Clowns spotted in Huron County, Ohio creepily roaming at night. temperatures for the severity of the natural disasters. and Indians. 3 News 3 Costa Ricans On Campus Mid-Fall throughout my classes. Isabel may Harley Fisher ’19 have been a sophomore, but she Break Contributing Writer easily could have taken Math 42 or higher, if her hand permanently Here at Western Reserve Acad- waving in the the air had any link Changes emy, we celebrate our differences to her incredible intellect. Yet in my Abbey Zhou ’18 and diversity among the student Chemistry class, neither Gabriella Contributing Writer body and faculty, and opportunities nor Isabel had begun to learn about to learn more about cultures that covalent bonds or isotopes. Their are not our own flood our halls in curriculum was vastly different Few things are better than a service projects and exchange pro- from ours, particularly in the sports break from an arduous study sched- grams. This year, we proudly show- department. ule — even if its only four days. Re- cased several girls from Costa Rica, Yes, Reserve might be chron- serve has just gone through its first and one small boy named Fernan- ically insane in regards to how major school break, mid-fall break. do who joyously flicked pokemon competitive we are with our sports While some students chose to get cards at me once while in the Ho- teams, but I was shocked to learn back to their homes and relax, a bart common room. Sharing our how little interest Costa Rican large group of international stu- experiences and battling the lan- schools had in rugby or track. The dents remained on campus. Many guage barrier earned us all a fulfill- girls and Fernando woke up at six also took the opportunity to visit ing two weeks enjoying the clashing in the morning, every morning, EUNICE LEE universities and prepare for their of two worlds. for school, which they thought Serena Gao’18 poses with her Costa Rican roommate, Sophia. college applications. Ellsworth second floor, the was perfectly normal. But the idea On campus, because some dorm I’m lucky enough to reside in, that we had practice at four in the familiarity we held between our which we regarded our guests lives dorms were shut down for various hosted the girls in dorm rooms ei- afternoon, every afternoon, was teachers was bemusing, and quite on in the Snapchat stories and In- reasons, Long House was loaded ther uninhabited or inhabited by a practically unthinkable. With my confusing to Pricilla, when I ref- stagram follow requests that many with students. Most students who single organism who volunteered to horrendous Spanish II vocabulary, ered to my English teacher as Jevs. students here at our beloved school stayed in Long House during the share. During their two week stay, and their refined English, I learned Kahoot practically gave Gabriella a made sure to cash in on. We will break described the dormitory with Isabel, the math wiz, and Priscilla, all about the strangeness of our heart attack, when Nathan Clysta forever remember Fernando’s “an exciting new atmosphere be- who knew more about Shakespear- school through their eyes. The food screamed, “Lo tengo” and chucked pokemon cards and Priscilla's per- cause of the chance that they have ean literature than I did (which obviously differed, but surprising- a pencil at the wall. fect recitation of Viola’s monologue to live, and get to know many new is simply not fair), shadowed me ly mealtimes differed as well. The Overall, the fondness with from Twelfth Night. people.” Candice Li ’17 specifical- ly mentioned that she got to know several new freshman girls who slept over there during the break. Group of Students Attend Diversity Faculty members, most of whom stay on campus, also chap- eroned many thrilling Mid-Fall Conference at Camp Wise break activities including a movie incarceration, gender inequali- prevalent difficulties and how ec- negative way. At this specific confer- run, a trip to West Side market and Sash Davis ’18 ty among professional sports and static they were about participating ence, the topic was focused on the a mall run to SouthPark mall. “The Contributing Writer many more tragedies,” explained in such an important and relevant inequalities that exist between racial activities that were offered kept me Ruffin. Makena ardently noted, discussion. Judy Yin’s epiphany at and economic divides between and active over the break. I went to an Over the weekend before the “America’s prison system is deplor- this conference was that she, “real- within nations. Kia mentions a true orchestra concert in Cleveland, the long anticipated Mid-Fall Break, able.” She goes on to list numerous ized the privilege I have [she had], story that focuses on one man who westside market, movie theatre, four eager Reserve students had the frightening statistics that really em- and the importance of this realiza- robs a bank for a single dollar in or- and relaxed outdoors in our beau- amazing opportunity to attend a phasize her statement. tion.” der to receive the same health care tiful campus to enjoy the last bit diversity conference at Camp Wise. Most notably are the facts that The impact of such a critical that prisoners do. The sad truths of warm weather of October.”, said Kia Ruffin ’17, Makena Hayes ’17, there are currently more prisons conference on a member of the that are evident in this story pro- Keila Delgado ’17. Joseph Jordan ’18, and Judy Yin ’19 than colleges in America and that Western Reserve Academy commu- vide perfect reasons for organizing a Many students who stayed traveled to Camp Wise in Chardon, the establishment of a minimum nity really shows just how necessary pointed discussion with the goal of on the campus over the break also Ohio to take part in a diversity con- sentence for nonviolent criminals is it is for these conferences to occur devising a solution to the problems expressed their appreciation for ference that focused on the prob- greatly contributing to the overflow so that pressing issues can be dis- encountered. The diversity confer- school’s faculty members, dining lems arising from socio-economic of prisoners in our jails. cussed and tackled. ence that Kia, Judy, Makena, and hall and maintenance staff and the inequalities. When asked about the impact Every diversity conference has Joseph attended echoes WRA’s ac- technology department. Without “The focus of the conference the conference had on each person, the aim of discussing a focused tive involvement in the betterment their efforts, we might not have ex- was to educate the students about they all answered fervently about topical problem that is currently of the world and the inner workings perienced such a safe and relaxing the inequalities of health care, how important it is to discuss these impacting the world in a generally of each country. break.

Reserve Record Fun Home Review The Longest-Running Newspaper in Historic Hudson, Ohio true self. One of his daughters, Ali- Editors-in-Chief Established in 1925, WRA’s school Elliot Ong ’17 son, tells the story through her eyes. Olivia Chan newspaper, the Reserve Record, is Contributing Writer She discovers in college that she is a Jaret Skonieczny an entirely student run, month- lesbian, and Fun Home will show Managing Editors ly publication. It aims to educate Imagine the situation of a homo- you how the relationship between Harrison Ahn its staff on excellence in reporting sexual. It should come as no mystery this father-daughter duo either Makena Hayes and journalistic techniques while that figuring out his sexuality and starves or thrives. Copy Editors entertaining and informing the sharing it with his loved ones is a hard In the timeframe the musical Grant Foskett student body. TheRecord provides thing for him to do in this day and takes place, Alison is forty-three Harry Kang a voice for the student body and a age. How old is this person you have and is reminiscent of her life so Zanna Leciejewski forum for community discussion imagined? A teenager in high school far and her relationship with her Ying Ka Leung and expression. or college? I invite you to imagine a father. One of the brilliant styles Michael Pamer man in his thirties or forties. A man Lisa Kron takes advantage of is the Format Editors The opinions in theRecord do not who was so confused and afraid of memory system, because there are, Matthew Groll necessarily represent those of the what would happen to him that he in fact, three Alisons: ten-year-old Hanley Jefferis anyone except their writers. The kept himself hidden his whole life, “small-Alison,” nineteen-year-old Logan Snell editors assume full responsibility but just cannot anymore. If the “medium-Alison” and our narrator, Chris Sprunt for the contents of the publication emotions or struggles of this hy- Alison. While Fun Home’s script, WIKIMEDIA COMMONS Megan Tam and invite community response. pothetical man intrigue you, Fun characters, and plot are truly inspir- Centerfold Editor Send any comments or critiques Home is a perfect way for you to ing, the music leaves a little to be If you are in the mood for a Casey Semple via paper or electronic mail. observe just that. desired. It’s not terrible, but noth- emotion-provoking, awe-inspiring, Photography Coordinator Email: [email protected] This musical by Lisa Kron, de- ing will make you want to get up beautifully written musical, I abso- Joshua Estrada livers the compelling story of Bruce out of your seat, nothing that you lutely recommend Fun Home. Sad- Art Coordinator Website: wra.news Bechdel, a homosexual father of have not seen already. But, despite ly, I must deduct points for lacklus- Sandra Spurlock Address: Reserve Record 115 College Street three, who is married to a woman the lacking in musical excellence, ter music; however, it is definitely Faculty Advisor Hudson, Ohio, 44236 and becoming more open about his Fun Home is well worth your while. worth seeing. Russ Morrison ReseRve RecoRd 4 Community Issue 2, 2016 A Night in the Rain Forest Behind the Scenes: Dr. Aguilar’s Cancer Research Classes

After the protein has grown, it’s pu- Joey Houska ’20 rified, creating the vaccine. Contributing Writer This tactic was developed in the Cleveland Clinic by accident a Many of the faculty and stu- few years back when they discov- dent body are aware of Doctor Agu- ered that they could mimic ovarian ilar’s cancer research here on cam- cancer by focusing on certain pro- pus, but don’t know much besides teins. They then began to apply this the fact that it’s taking place. Exe- elsewhere. cuted here on campus, in our very Why cancer when there’s own Wilson hall, he and a select few plenty of other viruses? Well, like students are working to find cures how this cure came to be, Doctor for different types of cancer, many Aguilar began studying this by ac- of which they’ve already developed cident. Originally, he was visiting and simply need to publish. the Cleveland Clinic to study gene ALAN DOE His cancer immunology stu- therapy, but around the same time ‘The Crew’ (LR, Top: Hanley Jefferis ‘19, Brian Waligura, Carson Harkins ‘19, Will Downing ‘19, Brandt dents are training to begin projects, they came up with the idea of this Aker ‘19, Erin Adams ‘19, Quentin Mundy ‘19, Sam Hoffman ‘19, Bottom: Isabelle Murray ‘19, Julia or are continuing projects which newfound cure. He thought it was King ‘19, Harley Fisher ‘19, Charlie Kolodziej ‘18) pose at the homecoming dance they started late last year. These promising, and picked up a project entail targeting proteins that are on vaccinating testicular cancer to the video. At the end of the video, menced. With an exciting theme for over-expressing cancer cells. By receive his PhD. His fascination Amy Zhou ’19 they revealed the theme for Home- the first day, beach theme, students training the immune system to with this grew beyond the degree Contributing Writer coming this year: A Night in the eagerly wore their best beach attire target those proteins, they’re also alone. Rainforest. With an interesting to school. The halls were suddenly attacking the cancerous cells. The Unlike treatments, such as che- Just as fall settles in with its but clearly fun theme, homecom- filled with colorful leis, shirts with reason this method has been prov- motherapy, treating the disease this brightly colored leaves and the cool, ing preparation started off in good palm trees, and a few bucket hats. en to be so effective is that the dif- way is far less costly, much easier to crisp air, with it, comes homecom- spirits. Some honorable mentions are John ficulty of curing cancer is getting administer, and it’s safer, too. With ing. This year, homecoming started As the clock was ticking to- Smidlein ’19, who wore a complete around the fact that cancer cells treatments, there’s always a risk of off with a hilarious video from se- wards homecoming, the boys were beach outfit with a grass skirt, and are someone’s cells turning against the cancer coming back. A cure, nior boys Ian Israelson ’17, Chris- making acceptable posters to ask Andrew McCaffrey ’17 and Tia themselves. This hones in on those however, can be “remembered” by topher Sprunt ’17, Joey Randazzo their special date to the dance. Forsyth ’18, who both brought rogue, or bad cells, and targets them the immune system for the remain- ’17, Danny Mylott ’17, Cole How- Following the norm, the freshman floaties to school. The second day, alone. der of a person’s life. ard ’17, Jaret Skonieczny ’17, and boys were eager to ask their dates, twin day, saw many doppelgangers For this, they require the can- In the end, although they’ve Elliot Ong ’17. while the other grades had more ex- on brick row. Some teachers even cer cells, which they inject into already achieved the unthinkable, it While playing Jumanji in the vid- perience and followed leisurely. Al- decided to twin, such as Miss Amy mice to grow into tumors. Bacteria took tenacity to drive through the eo, the senior boys had to endure though, it did seem as though cer- Donnelly and Ms. Emily Thews- is also necessary, because they are failures and into success, and suc- abnormal scenarios in order to ask tain boys who were already dating Baldridge. The next three days were growing specific mouse proteins. cess it certainly is. their dates to homecoming. In a someone were a little slow in ask- jersey day, dress like a teacher day, typically quiet morning meeting, ing their girlfriends. Nevertheless, and pioneer pride day. As the spir- the loud bursts of laughter bounced groups were arranged, reservations it continued, the week ended with off the walls. The students were too made, and dresses bought. “A Night in the Rainforest” filled Clinton Falls in amused to notice that Mr. Ong During the week of the home- with excited students and awesome had taken Cole Howard’s place in coming dance, spirit week com- dance moves. Battleground Ohio packed with an incredibly diverse Artist Spotlight: Abby Goodman Chris Sprunt ’17 range of people.” Contributing Writer When asked about the nature Katie Weinzierl ’17 of Clinton’s speech, Fowler said Contributing Writer The outcome of the swing that “her speech was split largely states in this election were a shock between bashing trump and talking Abby Goodman ’17 did not to everyone. Although only one of about her own record in Washing- always like performing in front of those candidates has been prepar- ton. She spent time praising the crowds. She began with playing pi- ing for debates, it is certain that importance of Ohio as a swing state ano when she was very young and both Trump and Clinton have been in the election as well as name drop- then switched to classical guitar. spending a tremendous amount of ping LeBron James, much to the When she was twelve-years-old, she time campaigning in swing states delight of the crowd.” decided to teach herself how to play such as Virginia, Pennsylvania, In such a fiery election, Clin- both instruments by playing music North Carolina, Florida, and our ton tokk advantage by spending a that she was interested in. very own Ohio. These are the states considerable amount of time bash- It was not until then that she that, for the most part, decided who ing Trump. However, she made sure really began to learn about mu- won the presidency this past week. to balance the Trump bashing with sic and how to perform it. When ALAN DOE Therefore, it makes sense that both points on her own political inten- she learned to play songs that she Abby Goodman ’17 shines in the fall musical Legally Blonde candidates have rallyied support tions, particularly as they pertain liked, she began to sing along, but through mass speeches and adver- to Ohio residents. However, many strictly when she was alone. Slowly, the Academy Choir, and numerous music. “Performing taught me a tising campaigns. Trump supporters came to protest. though, she inched towards per- musicals, such as The Addams Fam- great deal about self-worth,” she ex- Last month, on October 21, According to Kolodziej, “many pro- forming in front of bigger groups ily, Children of Eden, and Paulette plained. “Being proud of the music Clinton spoke at a rally in Cleve- testers lined up outside the build- of people. Not only does she listen in this year’s musical Legally Blonde. I create ignites a confidence and an land. Ohio is notorious for decid- ing for what seemed the explicit to all kinds of music— she mostly But high school is not the end ambition about myself that trans- ing elections. In 2012, the moment purpose of engaging in a shouting enjoys “putting acoustic twists on for Goodman. She is certain that lates to many aspects of my life even President Barack Obama won match with anyone who would in- popular songs”—but she also listens she will continue to play and learn outside of music!” Goodman’s close Ohio, his staff knew he won the dulge them.” to the and meaning of songs more about music in college and for friend, Elizabeth Downing ’17, election against Mitt Romney. With the election now passed, which offers her a wide variety of the rest of her life. She expressed, voiced that Abby’s beautiful singing Among the hundreds of at- Ohio residents can expect to go music to choose from to perform. “Music soothes me and teaches me makes “Cartwright a better place.” tendees, three reserve students were back to the relative quiet of the Although she isn’t inspired by any- about myself. Going more than a Goodman’s happy and positive among them: Charlie Kolodziej post-election season. Many will be one specific, she is inspired by art- few days without playing or sing- nature has inspired others to partic- ’18, Avery Brewer ’18, and Delaney delighted to stop seeing the election ists making beautiful sounds that ing actually makes me edgy and ipate in numerous musical events Fowler ’17. ads. Ohio, along with North Car- she aims to replicate. unpleasant.” As a result, Goodman on campus. Whether in Hayden, Kołodziej spoke enthusiasti- olina and Florida, ultimately chose At WRA, Goodman is Pres- goes to Hayden Hall everyday for at the stage, or the Green Key, she can cally about the event: “Everyone Donald Trump as president. Vir- ident of Live Music Club and can least thirty minutes to practice her be found singing quietly (or not so seemed really excited to hear Hil- ginia was the only swing state with be found performing at Open Mic music. Goodman also says that she quietly!) throughout the halls daily lary speak,” Kolodziej said. He con- above 10 electoral votes to choose Nights, the annual talent show, in learned a lot about herself through on the lawn’s wide sweep. tinued to say “The event hall was Secretary Clinton. Sports 5 Fall Sports Wrap Up: Wins and Losses All Around having been the most successful emy Invitational where almost ev- Andrew Song ’19 season the WRA football team has eryone ran a PR on this very fast Contributing Writer seen in over a decade.” He contrib- course,” and “ the time trial that we utes the greatness of this season in ran with the boys team. We did a The fall season has come to an particular to good defense, limiting backwards start where the slowest end and most teams finished their their turnovers, and playing well on runner got the biggest head start seasons and athletes have moved on special teams. that way everyone would finish at to prepare for the winter. The final Though cross country did not the same time. We divided up in records for each team: Field Hock- have a team record, the two teams teams and even had prizes for the ey: 8-7-1, Girls’ Soccer: 4-12-1, both had noteworthy teams and winning team. It was great to end Boy’s Soccer: 5-9-3, Girls’ Tennis: seasons. Carson Harkins ’19 talk- my four year career in a friendly 7-6, Golf: 18-1, Volleyball: 6-13, ed about the season as “Can words match with the boys team.” and Football: 9-1. really describe our season? I mean Boy’s and girl’s soccer both There were many strong teams it was up. It was down. It was lit.” went through tougher seasons, as this season, especially the golf and He added that though plagued with the records did not match that of football teams, which both had only injuries throughout the season, “we years’ past. Both teams graduat- ALAN DOE one loss. Golf captain Paul Schum- had a blast, and the culture just gets ed a plethora of seniors and were Football finished with a single loss: The Columbus Crusaders acher ’17 thought the golf season better and better.” plagued with injuries through- “ (It) went really well. We finished On the girls’ side of the team, out the season. Chris Sprunt ’17 past years’ mistakes and improve became a whole as opposed to six with a 18-1 record and won the captain Elizabeth Downing ’17 de- thought that it was “undeniable year to year. For the volleyball team, girls on the court and as we realized IPSL championship against Kiski, scribed the season as “the year of that this was a very difficult season.” this was evident as they doubled this we began to win more games.” Linsly and .” the freshman” due to the addition He added “We had numerous play- their win total from the previous All the hard work and dedica- Kevin Escott ’18 added that, “Over- of many “really fast and motivated ers out with injuries at all periods year. Captain Abby Goodman ’17 tion that the athletes put in should all the season was filled with laughs freshman”, as four of the top seven of the year. However, I feel that at stated “initially we lost a lot, but be noted. However, as this season and ridiculous fun.” The other one runners were freshman. Elizabeth times we were able to play an attrac- as the season progressed we actual- ends, another starts and hopefully, loss team was varsity football. As added that some highlights of this tive brand of soccer despite a very ly ended up doubling our winning this winter sports season can be as Justin Chung 17’ put it “The foot- season were “ our last meet of the difficult schedule.” score from the previous season.” successful, or more successful than ball season has been very successful year at the Andrews Osborne Acad- All teams want to learn from She also noted that “our team really the one it follows. Invictus: Athlete Spotlight on“Chung” Bump Set

Steven Yang ’19 Spike: A Contributing Writer Volleyball Amidst one of the greatest seasons that the WRA football pro- gram has had in its history, captain Night Justin Chung ‘17 could not be more pleased with the results. However, Emily Lee ’18 success did not come right away Contributing Writer for him or the team. In fact, he was behind on even familiarizing him- On October 8th, 2016, Re- self with the sport compared to his serve’s (Beach) Volleyball Club peers. Despite his inexperience, the opened its first volleyball tourna- chip on Chung’s shoulder provided ment of the year. One of the club the spark he needed to reach excel- leaders, Cameron Withers 17’, said lence, but the path to success was “Beach Volleyball Club has been a not as easy as it sounds. tradition at Reserve and as previ- Growing up, Chung enjoyed ous members of the club, we have “physically demanding sports” and decided to step into a leadership had been an avid rugby player. Af- position and continue the tradition ter moving to the United States in of offering this great club to the the , everything seemed student body. The club allows for to be out of the norm. “I had no the students to get away from their idea what football was, and rugby work and have some good, compet- wasn’t popular,” Chung mentioned. itive fun with friends.” With his background in rugby, he There were eight teams consist- was bound to start playing football. ing of eight to ten players that par- “During eighth grade, I was con- ticipated in the double elimination vinced by Erik Gross ‘17 to come tournament. Abby King 18’ said, out and try football [at Hudson “The volleyball tournament was a Middle School]. Since then I’ve lot of fun! I love how we each got loved it,” Chung remarked. Alicia Ma to pick our own teams and decide Coming to Reserve, things Justin Chung ‘17 stands proudly in his football jersey. He and Michael Malen ‘17 led as captains on what we were going to wear. Ev- did not start out too smoothly. In eryone’s team has such great energy Chung’s freshman year, the team then on, there were no more losing of cheering supporters.” end, and Chung and the rest of and great spirit. And it was a lot fun finished 2-8, giving him premature records, as the team finished with In his five years playing the the football team seem to be in top to be a part of it.” Adding to her notions about what would be com- at least five wins the next three sea- sport, Chung learned to appreciate form. “I am very excited to see what words, Brigie Kelley 18’ said, “My ing in the future. “I felt like the next sons. These included wins against the competition, physicality, and the football team can prove in the favorite part about the volleyball three years were going to be unin- rival Linsly School in two of the the bonds created by football that last three games. From what we’ve tournament was the huge turnout. teresting,” he said. Chung arrived past four years. Chung accounted will “last for the rest of your life.” already accomplished this season, It was a great time to get away from for his sophomore season, but the “Football always seems to bring I believe our team has proved that the books, and hit the courts for a culture of the team had changed the best out of me and demand we’re a good football team in our fun night out with friends.” completely. He and his teammates “Our players hold each the most out of me,” said Chung. league,” Chung explained. Howev- After going through fun, com- did not want to repeat themselves other accountable for During the five years, Chung has er, there is still much at stake. In a petitive, three hours of playing from the season before. “I believe played on both sides of the ball as couple of weeks, the team will face volleyball, “ the team consisting of doing their job and make Coach Hildebrand and the players defensive tackle, right guard, and a what is likely their biggest test yet, Cam Withers, Michael Pamer, Max have done a great job changing the sure to come into the middle linebacker. Although he is as they prepare for battle against Burkhart, Zach Mandry, Brian Gil- tradition from what it was three season prepared.” undersized, Chung has found ways rival Kiski. “I am excited to see lis, Chloe Beggs, and Alex Randazzo years ago,” Chung noted. “Our to get the advantage against the how we match up against them. a.k.a The Gryffindor Drillers took players hold each other accountable the team’s most recent win against opposition. “I believe I am good at During my four years at Reserve, home the “W.” Team Smiles took for doing their job and make sure Linsly as his favorite football mem- using technique. I use my leverage the football team has never beaten second place, captained by Yashas- to come into the season prepared. ory. He added, “Since we had lost and technique very well to move Linsly and Kiski in the same year. wi Sharma ‘18. The club plans on The football team is now a close- to them the previous year, it felt ex- opposing linemen and linebackers,” Depending on how we play against hosting events at Hudson Springs knit group of individuals who are tra amazing to defeat them on their he expressed. Kiski will say a lot about what kind park in the future, offering shuttle willing to play for the team.” From Homecoming day with stands full The football season is near its of team we are.” rides to play Beach Volleyball. 6 7 Students Faculty Meeting the Candidates My choice for the 2016 Presidential Election

President Elect Donald Trump Hillary Clinton Chun Kai Cheung ’19: Donald Alice Wu ’17: Growing up hearing Trump has expressed his support about Hillary Clinton in the news, to make America safer which I’ve come to realize how incredibly should be the number one prior- knowledgeable and involved she ity with the amounts of terrorists is. Information is power; experi- coming into America. We can’t ence is power. Critics may call her randomly accept refugees from a “political insider,” but thirty years Democratic: Hillary Clinton Republican: Donald Trump Democratic: Hillary Clinton Republican: Donald Trump countries with high amounts of of working up the ladder, including Libertarian: Gary Johnson Green: Jill Stein Libertarian: Gary Johnson Green: Jill Stein terrorists. I also support Donald four years as secretary of state, by undecided undecided Trump because of his support of the military, veterans, law services, far surpasses a blank resume of political background. I would trust no and the illegal immigrant problem. America has a great number candidate other than Clinton to navigate the complex waters of foreign of veterans that suffer daily due to the lack of government services. policy and shoulder the burden of chief executive with meticulous care. I update myself on the election... Donald Trump will address this problem and fix it. Charlie Kolodziej ’18: I support Hillary Clinton because she has a 40 12 plan to tackle climate change while creating new jobs in the process and 35 Ilon Goldberg ’19: I stand behind Donald Trump because he is a 10 truthful and straightforward candidate and speaks in the interest because of her continued support of the LGBT community which as- 30 sures me that she will keep our civil rights in mind. 8 of the people. He does not believe in increasing taxes and heavily 25 taxing the upper class who work hard for their money in order to Sandra Spurlock ’17: I appreciate the poise and calmness she has 20 6 redistribute it to those who won’t provide or work for themselves. kept throughout this bizarre election, and I firmly believe that America 15 The media has played a huge roll in the election; they take whatever needs a leader as prepared and considerate as Hillary. 4 Trump says and blow it out of proportion, turning a spark into a 10 wildfire. Trump does what the people want and what they want is Zanna Leciejewski ’17: Hillary Clinton is one of the most qualified 5 2 candidates ever to run for the presidency. She has been the First Lady, for America to be great again. 0 0 a US Senator, and the Secretary of State. She has fought for children a few times once a day a few times once a week I don't a few times once a day a few times once a I don't Colin McKenna ’19: The Supreme Court wouldn’t put up with any and championed causes for health care, women’s right, and many other a day a week follow the a day a week week follow the of Donald Trump’s potential crazy ideas. However, because Hillary issues during her long public service career. Her positions are in line election election Clinton has had her hand in so many people’s pockets and so many with those of a majority of Americans on such issues as gun control, personal relationships with people of high governmental power, she women’s health issues, marriage equality, and economic equality. Her would be able to get away with a lot more than Trump. election will finally allow women to break the ultimate glass ceiling. I primarily acquire information about the election from... Gary Johnson Jill Stein Danny Mylott ’17: While I do Mairead Morrissey ’20: Jill Stein not agree with Gary Johnson on shares my views on large issues and [all the] issues, I agree with him has stayed consistent in her views. I on most social, economic, and agree most with her choice of using national defense issues. I believe the precautionary principle, which that he is practical, would make allows the investigation of someone a qualified commander and chief, suspected of harming the environ- and would work across party lines ment or people having the lengthy

in Congress to actually pass im- process of scientifically proving it. news sources (print, broadcast) social media (Facebook, Twitter) news sources (print, broadcast) social media (Facebook, Twitter) portant legislation and make changes to flawed systems of our gov- Stein also supports the change from drug prohibition to harm reduc- ernment. Your vote states your opinion. You could vote for someone tion which I believe in the long run will help prevent substance abuse. based on political parties or because the other likely candidate is less Stein’s views have stayed consistent unlike the other candidates in the fit to be president, but I believe that you should vote for whoever race. Trump has flip flopped from being pro-choice in 1999 to trying All 411 students of Western Reserve Academy were All 147 faculty members of Western Reserve Academy you think would make the best president. We won’t have a good to ban abortions and defund planned parenthood in 2015 unlike Stein surveyed with these questions on October 16. The im- were surveyed with these questions on October 16. president unless we vote for one. who has remained constant. ages above are comprised of the 115 responses that were The images above are comprised of the 20 responses submitted by students of Western Reserve Academy by that were submitted by faculty members of Western November 7. Reserve Academy by November 7. ReseRve RecoRd 8 Editorial Issue 2, 2016 Still With Her

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now in its 15th year. In the ship, and education. Trump as they desire for Ying Ka Leung ’18 global sphere, as Beijing Speaking of research, change in Washington, it Peter Campanelli ’18 grows increasingly powerful, there is little doubt among would be prudent to exam- Chris Sprunt '17 and Moscow flexes its mili- the scientific communi- ine whether Mr. Trump's Editors tary muscles abroad while ty that climate change is a myopic nationalism would taunting the West with polit- long-term problem: Trump bring the change they de- On November 8th, 2016, ical interference, the United has previously believed that sire: Trade wars with Chi- the choice seemed clear. States will have to examine climate change is a chinese na? Russian tanks in Eastern Since the least experienced, how these developments hoax, while the vice-pres- Europe? Nuclear weapons in prepared, and fit presiden- influence its position as the ident elect still refuses to Saudi Arabia? Skyrocketing tial candidate in modern leader of the Western alli- believe the copious scientif- debt and a collapsed finan- American history had won ance system. How should the ic research proving its exis- cial sector? Twitter rants do the Republican nomination, West proceed with its quest tence. not make a leader. he seemed to drag the spir- to limit nuclear proliferation Finally, the President of Beyond borderline ter- it of the American electoral in rogue states such as Iran the United States has the re- rifying foreign policy plans, process through mud. The or North Korea? sponsibility of working with Trump presents a dismal inimitable Mr. Trump has There is no question Congress to guide the Unit- plan for domestic issues. dominated every news cy- that we are currently expe- ed States’ actions and affairs With the goal of fixing ur- cle over the last seventeen riencing the most dynamic on this list of issues while ban infrastructure (part of months for his irascibility, period of economic change trying to delicately balance his “Make America Great intolerance, and incessant since the Industrial Revo- a sustainable federal budget. Again” plan), he also plans to flip-flopping. His refusal in lution: globalization, tech- With a majority in the House cut taxes on the wealthy. This the third presidential debate to accept the outcomes of the election does not abide by the 227-year-old tradition 228 Electoral Votes 20 Electoral Votes 290 Electoral Votes that power be transferred in Hillary Donald a democratic manner under Clinton Trump the Constitution.

But, in a shock result, 60,981,118 Popular Votes 60,350,241 Popular Votes

Trump secured 290 elector- graphs are to scale al votes to Clinton’s 228 on election day, despite Clin- nology, and automation of- of Representatives and the combination either results in ton’s marginal victory in the fer lower costs and higher Senate, Trump will have an a drastic tax increase on the popular vote. Although un- convenience to consumers. advantage in passing legisla- middle class or a continually thinkable to many, Trump is In the long run, emerging tion compared to President skyrocketing debt. Although officially the president-elect economies receive the cash Obama. Trump promises to cover for of the United States. flow and infrastructure they When Mr. Trump an- these losses through the de- The 45th President of the require to keep militants at nounced his candidacy in funding of Obamacare and United States will face a con- bay and construct a demo- June 2015, he started what other benefits, he promises siderable list of difficult and cratic civil society. The next became a campaign of bigot- to continue to cram mon- complex issues. In the short President will have to strike ry, xenophobia, and rampant ey into an already absurdly term, President Obama will a balance between the fruits sexism. While he paints an powerful national defense have to ironically pass the of the new economy and exaggerated, dystopian view while continuing to fund So- torch of the economic recov- reinvestment in domestic of American infrastructure, cial Security programs. This ery from the Great Reces- communities that face inten- his unapologetic use of tax plan will lead to a multi-tril- sion to a Wall Street tyrant. sified competition, through loopholes are dangerously lion dollar debt increase. He will have to lead partner jobs training, innovation hypocritical. While some Trump’s economic agenda states in the War on Terror, and research, entrepreneur- Americans may prefer Mr. simply does not add up. Opinion 9 Trump Incriminated by Newly Unconvered Evidence Brigie Speaks: This sort of thing is called an Fall Back, Elle Frato-Sweeney ’20 “October Surprise,” an unexpected Contributing Writer piece of information that comes out late in the race (usually in Octo- Fall Forward, On October 7th, the Wash- ber, hence the name), and changes ington Post released an Access Hol- the game. Fall In? lywood tape of Donald Trump get- The term dates back to 1972, ting caught on a hot mic bragging when the chief negotiator for the about sexually assaulting women. United States declared that he be- “I just start kissing them. I don’t lieved “peace is at hand,” referring Brigie Kelley ’18 even wait. And when you’re a star, to the unpopular Vietnam War. Columnist they let you do it. You can do any- This allowed Nixon, who was cam- thing you want. Grab them by the paigning for re-election, to gain an [female genitals],” Trump could be even larger increase in popularity heard saying. among the electorate. This tape quickly became the A more recent example is when Fall is my favorite season most talked about issue of the elec- in 2000 it was revealed days before of the year. It brings memories tion, with an NBC/WSJ poll Election Day that George W. Bush Trump defends his opinions to a crowded audience in New York, of the return to school, football, showing that 95% of it’s respon- had been arrested for drunk driving His opinions have insighted much debate throughout America the changing colors of the leaves, dents had heard of it. That makes it in Maine in 1976 (which seems so and our old standbys – Duck and the fourth most recognized story in tame now compared with what’s in May, it has been termed an Oc- such as his “binders full of women” Hunter boots. the history of the poll. Top Republi- happened recently). tober surprise for how late in the comment at number 2.) Fall is a season that’s both cans such as John McCain and Paul The most famous modern ex- election cycle the story broke.) Like This article may come out after summer and winter combined – Ryan pulled their endorsements ample of an October surprise is the Trump tapes of today, this 47% the nation has voted. Perhaps you we’re cursing the heat of summer and made statements condemning when a tape was released of Mitt comment became a focus of the already know the outcome. I can and begging for the cool of Fall their nominee. Other Republican Romney saying disparaging things election. On Yale Law School’s an- only hope that the things Donald one day and just the opposite the senators called for Trump to drop about 47% of Americans in 2012. nual list of the year’s most notable Trump has said and done show the next. This also creates a myriad out of the race. Obviously this did (Though it was released in Septem- quotes, it was number one. (Rom- American people how unfit he is to of problems about what to wear. not happen. ber and the tape itself was recorded ney had other mentions on the list, be president. Shorts? Flannels? Sometimes both can be worn at the same time during the Fall in a place like Jaipur Junction: A Reflection through Indian Gastronomy Hudson. Once Fall is upon us (as it saffron infused rice, tandoori chick- seems to be if the colors on the Manas Srinivasaiah ’18 en, fried onions called pakora, and trees are any indication), we’re Contributing Writer vegetable curry made it onto my drawn inexorably to the traditions plate. The food was a refreshing and that seem to be selfishly owned Do you ever notice how the welcome variance after a marking by the Fall season: football, cross small, fleeting moments, however period of dining hall grub. It held country, and field hockey. These prosaic they may be in that time, substance, great textures, and intri- extracurriculars would arguably can hold such comfort and impor- cate flavors, carrying with it a delec- seem misplaced if they were held tance for you later on in life? The table gastronomic ode to its origins. during any other part of the year. regularities in life, prosaic and ba- From this rather inspiring out- They seemingly define the Fall -ex nal, suddenly become the moment ing into the wild, wild world of perience – especially at a boarding that you yearn for the most. For eateries, I am sad to report that it school where the seriousness of me, one of these moments comes did not quite hold up to my stan- academics are tempered with the from the reveries of my childhood, dards. Then again, I doubt anything spirited play of these athletic di- walking into the kitchen and being could match the familiarity of food versions. greeted by warm, familiar scents cooked at one’s crib. The solace that So, is Fall a season for remem- of my grandmother’s cooking. To gave me vivacity, found in the cer- brance? It seems so to me since so say that I have been hunting for Jaipur Junction yelp tainty of regularity, within the small many things tied to the season good Indian food ever since com- The traditional food of Jaipur Junction spices up life in Hudson fleeting moments within each day I are reasons to remember: school ing to Reserve would be a serious guess is nothing more. Taking this (and all those memories held dear understatement. I think many of ecstatic I was upon hearing from tablishment known as Jaipur Junc- into account, I can now acquiesce, to us), first teen romances, sports you could understand when I say Yashu ‘18, “Bruhhhh, tell me why tion (located near Acme). It was a and verify Yashu’s aforementioned victories that will live forever as that the food that resides within the Jaipur Junction was just too ****** place with an ambience of chill in- comment, “Bruhhhh, tell me why “remember when” stories are re- halls of Ellsworth does nothing but good!” I realized in that moment formality. For only ten bucks, I set- Jaipur Junction was just too [pro- told, and many other life lessons, forebode many ill omened meals that I simply couldn’t, for I had yet tled into a buffet of all you can eat fanity] good!” Their beautifully too. But is Fall more than that? that lie in direct contention with to put their food through the trials Indian food, running from 12 to 3. cooked food provides one with a I think Fall is a special sea- what makes good food good. of my tastebuds. Later that week, They had your usual butter chick- magical culinary adventure into the son for remembering the best of With all of that said, I guess we made the short, convenient, 10 en and naan, but that is where the cuisine of North India. Please visit the past, making new memories, you would not be surprised by how minute walk from Reserve to the es- banality stopped. Mutter paneer, your local Acme plaza and try it! and most importantly, falling into that process headfirst. Fall is my favorite season because it brings North Beach Mixer Leaves Much to Be Desired me back to school to be with my closest friends, allows me the and electronic music. A senior not- hotdogs up for grabs. But, people Beach Mixer was not lit. I hope that opportunity to tell my parents Julianna Hillestad ’17 ed, “Although the mixer seemed tended to leave their drinks lying the “hosts” can learn from this ex- I need a new wardrobe because, Contributing Writer “lit” through social media, in real around, prone to being knocked perience and make changes for next “well, the Fall fashions, silly!”, go- life, it was exactly quite the oppo- over. Another success on the part year. On behalf of the student body, ing to football games, and playing The North Beach Mixer left site. The music was ill-prepared, of the North boys was the quite we do not intend to insult their at- field hockey. It’s also a time I can students disappointed after a long playing the same song over and over aesthetically pleasing colored lights tempt at hosting a mixer. Hopefully plan for my future (college visits night of low quality music and little again to the point where many of us flashing in the dorm room win- the North boys’ can prove us wrong – woo-hoo!) and just learning to excitement. Though we do appreci- expected it to happen. This threw dows. and throw a great mixer in the fu- take everything in. Because, like ate the North boys’ effort, the event everyone's vibe off. In conclusion, the North ture. Ferris Bueller said, “Life moves was definitely not up to par. On top of that, the DJ was a https://www.google. pretty fast. If you don’t stop and First of all, only some students bit indecisive, not knowing what com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&es- look around once in awhile, you dressed appropriately for the theme. to play or annoyingly changing the rc=s&source=images&cd=&- could miss it.” Mixers are always more enjoyable song mid-dance, which occurred cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0a- I, for one, don’t plan to miss when everyone is participating many times throughout the night. hUKEwjhsJCW4YDQA- my favorite season (especially not and the theme is a big part of what Clearly, the student body was not hUqxYMKHTrzAO4QjRwIB- without a chai tea latte in hand). makes mixers interesting and fun. satisfied. Another issue was the w&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww. It’s a special time of change and as Speaking of participation, a good length of the mixer. It seemed to urbanohio.com%2Fforum2%2Findex. we change like the colors in the amount of students were not danc- just be a bit too long. The DJ was leaves, we become something else: ing. Yes, it is fine to socialize, but running out of songs to play and wiser, more mature, more experi- have some fun and dance a little! there was not much else to do but enced. Another key component of a “lit” dance. And if you’re lucky, maybe mixer is the music choice. The One thing they did get right, with a letter of acceptance from North boys could have updated though, was the food. It was nice to UrbanOhio.com that reach school, or at least a new their playlist and played less pop have freshly grilled hamburgers and Students at North hope to improve future mixer events Fall wardrobe! So, FALL IN! ReseRve RecoRd 10 Issue 2, 2016 The Coin Go Vegetarian Today: Save a Eat Meat Guilt-Free, but Be Life and Save the Planet Mindful of Your Choices One of many primary contributors to ploy cruel methods of treatment upon ani- climate change is the agriculture industry, spe- mals. These inhumane practices can be seen cifically the farming of cattle for meat produc- by the confined spaces, limited sunlight, or tion. Raising cattle produces methane, which, chemical-ridden animal feed often employed in turn, produces twenty-three times more of in the commercial meat industry. These acts an impact on the environment than an identi- of cruelty, however, should not incite outcry cal amount of carbon dioxide would. Surpris- against meat products. Instead, they empha- ingly, many are not aware of the impact the size the need for better regulation in agricul- cattle industry has in regard to climate change. ture. Consumers should seek to eliminate the It is one of its biggest contributors, even more misconduct found in industrialized farming so than that of the transportation industry, through smart shopping choices, not by something many environmentally conscious trying to plug one hole in the sinking ship Logan Snell ’18 people focus their efforts on. Matthew Groll ’18 Editor Editor of the global food market. The fight should It takes nearly 1,800 gallons of water not be over eradicating meat from our soci- to produce just one pound of beef. Pork is a ety, but instead we should strive for ethical, People are often surprised when they similar story, needing almost 500 gallons of As intelligent beings, our ability to ques- environmentally friendly methods of raising learn that I do not eat meat. This is par- water to produce one pound. With nearly tion our habits and desires is a crucial step livestock. tially because vegetarianism holds a “holi- twenty million livestock animals being grown towards progress. Vegetarianism is not a new In terms of the ethical debate on killing an- er-than-thou” type stigma and partially be- for slaughter around the world, a ridiculous practice; as early as 500 BCE, Pythagoras is imals, well-sustained farms provide livestock cause many think it is impossible to survive amount of water is unnecessarily diverted to- believed to have been a practicing vegetarian, with a guaranteed food source and protection without bacon. While I do not believe a diet wards the animals. Not just water is wasted by and societies as early as the Indus Valley civ- against predators, at the cost of a reduced that includes meat is entirely appalling, I livestock, as cited in a 1997 study that found ilization had members who eliminated meat lifespan. On a well managed farm, the quality find there are more reasons to give up meat that the amount of grain used to feed food- from their diets. While they may be small in of life for a farm animal is considerably better than to stick with it. In my own personal ex- raised animals in the United States would be numbers, vegetarians and vegans are often than that of an animal left in the wild, where perience, my change in diet has afforded me able to feed over 800 million people. Unfortu- very vocal, so the debate continues to rage on starvation and other factors toward death are more energy and an overall healthier lifestyle, nately, the consumption of cattle extends the today. Meat eaters have always made up the a constantly impending threat. Contempo- something that has certainly helped with the cycle of meat production, continually contrib- overwhelming majority of the population, so rary methods of mass livestock treatment are rigors of high school. uting to the destruction of our environment. we need to consider a wide range of factors to very far from the ideal setting of a self-suffi- One of the most convincing reasons to Therefore, it is my belief that for a person to decide if meat should be kept in our diet. As cient country farm, but we should strive to adopt a vegetarian lifestyle is the health ben- be truly sustainable, they must give up meat. it stands, however, the arguments to stop eat- further improve these living conditions of efits that accompany a meat-free life. Mul- It is shocking how large an environmental ing meat are not convincing enough to bring animals rather than completely remove meat tiple studies have proven that a vegetarian impact someone can make by simply giving about a shift in society. from our diets. who consumes a well-balanced diet will, on up meat and becoming a vegetarian. The final One faction of vegetarians holds to the average, lead a healthier lifestyle than their argument many vegetarians have for convinc- claim that a meat-free diet is better for the meat eating counterparts. The average person ing non-vegetarians to join their cause is their body and that the supposed health benefits can expect several years added onto their life compassion for animals and the ethical treat- are reason enough for conversion. As a whole, if they choose to eliminate meat from their ment of them. the vegetarian population is indeed healthier diet. A study of Seventh-Day Adventists, a re- than those who eat meat, but this statistic does ligious group who consume no meat for reli- "It takes nearly 1,800 gal- not exist as a cause-effect relationship. Vege- gious purposes, showed that members average lons of water to produce just tarians tend to be more mindful towards their a lifespan seven years longer than that of the one pound of beef. Pork is a health as they spend more time exercising and average meat consumer. Additionally, being similar story, needing almost have reduced rates of smoking relative to the a vegetarian has been shown to reduce your 500 gallons of water to pro- rest of the population. Not eating pounds of likelihood for many diseases. The Academy duce one pound." meat every day is indeed a good idea for your of Nutrition and Dietetics, America’s largest body, but mixing lean meats into a diet makes group of nutrition professionals, determined for a very healthy and enjoyable lifestyle. that a person’s risk for cardiovascular diseas- While some might argue against a vege- When compared to health-conscious meat es, one of America’s most common killers, tarian diet for the reason that it lacks certain eaters, vegetarians have no significant differ- can be reduced by simply giving up meat. In vitamins and is lacking in protein, these are ence in mortality rates, cardiovascular disease, addition to their findings on cardiovascular nothing more than common misconceptions or whatever other ailments supposedly plague diseases, the review confirmed that vegetari- about the diet. Many opponents of the veg- the meat eaters of the world. ans are shown to have lower rates of type 2 etarian diet cite iron as a common deficiency diabetes, many types of cancer, and kidney within many vegetarian diets, but this argu- "The fight should not be over problems. ment fails to recognize that iron can be found eradicating meat from our If the health benefits are not enough to in many vegetarian staples including legumes society, but instead we should attract you to vegetarianism, many refrain like tofu and tempeh and grains like rice and strive for ethical, environ- from eating meat for another reason—the quinoa. Another common misconception mentally friendly methods of fact that a diet of meat is not sustainable for about the diet is a supposed deficiency in raising livestock." the environment and causes more destruc- vitamin B12, something a daily supplement can easily fix. The last major argument given In a long term mindset, meat will remain tion than you might expect. The problem of Some vegetarians, in fact, suffer from a a staple in society as scientific advances make climate change is one of the most important is that vegetarian diets lack enough protein— something that is simply untrue. Protein is wide range of deficiencies due to their con- its production more sustainable and ethical. challenges our generation will be forced to strained diet, which can lead to symptoms As of 2012, thirty laboratories are developing confront and solve, and an easy way to make found in everything from beans to yogurt to eggs, milk, and cheese. I have never met a veg- such as fatigue or difficulty sustaining muscle. research on lab-grown meat, and this number a positive impact upon the environment is to A meticulous ritual of supplements through- will only continue to rise. Researchers have make a change within your diet. etarian who has had a problem finding ade- quate sources of protein. out the day can help replace substances such been able to grow tissue cultures through the In addition to the health, environmental, as vitamin B12, iron, and calcium scarcely use of proteins, allowing for a theoretically in- and ethical benefits of giving up meat, some present in a vegetarian diet, but these efforts finite yield that will increase at an exponential restaurants will offer you a reduced price on are costly and a significant hassle to anyone rate. your meal; you have the unique privilege of with a busy schedule. Additionally, in Febru- Along with minimizing the chance of ani- being asked ridiculous questions like “But you ary 2014, a study conducted by the Institute mal abuse, this synthetic meat can be healthier would eat meat if you were on a desert island, of Social Medicine and Epidemiology found due to the addition of substances such as ome- right?” and “How do you get your protein?” that vegetarians are “less healthy (in terms ga-3 fatty acids. Currently, the cost of cultured by almost everyone you know; you will quick- of cancer, allergies, and mental health disor- meat keeps it impractical for everyday con- ly become extremely resourceful with dining ders), have a lower quality of life, and also sumption, but in the not too distant future the hall food; you will always have a conversation require more medical treatment.” Studies price is expected to become competitive even starter, no matter how annoyed people are be- such as these do not conclude vegetarianism in local supermarkets. As we eagerly await the cause of it; and guacamole at Chipotle is al- is inherently bad for you, but they do reveal meat utopia of the future, it will be worth your ways free. It is never too late for you to make that health issues can go both ways. time to consider where your food comes from, the switch to a healthier and more sustainable Farms, or rather, factories in industri- but there’s no need to hold off on the meats diet. alized agriculture have been known to em- altogether. Potraits by Logan Snell ’18 / Drawings by Anyana Chetia ’20 11 Entertainment Atrocity Exhibition: Danny Brown’s From a Dean: Watch “Scream Queens” Latest ‘Dark’ Album Release eases and disorders. Oh, and the Kevin Thomas ’10 hospital is haunted by this season’s staying in a room for three straight “Really Doe” kicks the energy of Guest Faculty Writer Big Bad, the Green Devil, whose Nick Harris ’17 days with the phone lines cut out the album into gear. identity will be the mystery of this Contributing Writer of paranoia and chilling one liners As the experimentation and en- If you are looking for iteration of Scream Queens. like, “Your worst nightmare for me ergy accelerate, so does Brown. His heart-wrenching storylines about The supremely under-qualified Danny Brown is currently the is a normal dream.” delivery hits its peak, and on tracks doctors in a hospital setting, con- and undeserving Chanels are joined purest embodiment of eccentrici- Thus the album begins the like “Ain’t it Funny” and “Dance in tinue to tune into Grey’s Anatomy. by former sorority sister Zayday ty and experimentation in popu- “downward spiral” and the titular the Water” his voice sounds almost The only similarity between that Williams () who has ac- lar hip-hop. His wild voice, grimy “atrocity exhibition.” The atrocity inhumanly cartoonish. The desper- fan-favorite and Scream Queens— tually moved past the events of last aesthetic, and incredibly dark tones exhibition concept was built based ation and fear this album conveys, helmed by creative genius Ryan season, completed her undergradu- coalesce into a creative image that off of a song by the same name by however, are most easily experi- Murphy—is that the characters ate degree, sat for the MCAT and could never be replicated by any the post-punk band Joy Division, enced through the lyrics. portray doctors who tackle med- enrolled in medical school, thereby other rapper. which itself was taken from the ti- Brown laments about things ical anomalies. Scream Queens, in earning her spot at C.U.R.E. That said, he has come a long tle of a J.G. Ballard short story. The like his loss of self-identity and see- its second season, moved past the By adopting a patient-of-the- way since his debut studio album, basic gist is that it disturbs Brown ing many of his friends live a fast confines of Wallace University and week format, Scream Queens allows 2010’s The Hybrid. Over the years, that his fans took so much joy in life and die slowly, saying he’s con- onto a new location for this year’s for guest stars to shine with puzzling his vocal performance has become his frank descriptions of a destruc- stantly got to “stay afloat” and “try installment. ailments, such as with more varied and extreme, and his tive lifestyle. As such, he continues not to choke.” He even ends the Based in a hospital named hypertrichosis and Colton Haynes instrumentals have even crossed creating those very descriptions, eighth song with the ominous ex- C.U.R.E. and owned by the for- with Neurofibromitosis Type I. The into EDM territory, only to return determined to portray them as the clamation, “I hope it ain’t my time mer Dean—now Doctor Munsch, show does not lose sight of what to the lo-fi, underground style in horrors they truly are. to go.” played by , in a made it a hit last fall: biting, wit- which they began. Atrocity Exhibi- The next two tracks follow the If the first track was looking sarcastic, acerbic, self-absorbed ty, pop culture-infused humor. For tion marks the point where these trends of uncommon instrumentals down the precipice of the “Down- role—convicts-turned-documenta- example, see episode one’s running particular developments reach their and paranoid, lonely wordplay, but ward Spiral,” the final one, “Hell ry-sensations The Chanels (Emma joke about the true definition of respective extremes. more importantly they bring us to For It” looks right back up. It Roberts, , and Abigail “ghosting.” Ask Madison Coleman It all begins with the song the first highlight on the album: contains a brief description of the Breslin) are recruited by Munsch ’17 how hard she laughed during “Downward Spiral.” The name of “Really Doe.” This track follows the events in Brown’s life from which as medical students to help treat this scene. the song not only calls back to a traditional “posse cut” style, with the rest of the album was certainly her patients. does Season One favorites return previous lyric from his 2011 studio multiple verses from different fea- derived. The lyrical tone, however, not venture far from her norm in to the ensemble with the new ad- album, XXX, but also signifies the tured rappers split up by a hook. is distinctly different in this song. this role as a bratty, entitled social- ditions of Kirstie Alley, John Sta- thematic “downward spiral” the al- Less adventurous listeners may Brown decides that the life he ite, while Lourd and Breslin can mos and . Murphy bum takes into madness. be drawn in by the stellar perfor- was living is not for him, and in- never steal the spotlight too much continues to lure highly recogniz- Alongside Brown’s signature mances given by rappers Kendrick stead uses the pain and suffering as to fully delve into character as able actors to his projects, and as squeaky, choked rapping, the track Lamar, Ab Soul, and especially Earl he caused himself and others as an Chanel’s inferiors. a result, entices viewers to see how provides droning electric and acous- Sweatshirt. Thematically, this song impetus for him to perfect his art. On its revamped exterior, these players fit into their roles. tic guitars and features nigh un- also marks the first nosedive into The dark message drives his music C.U.R.E. appears to be a normal If you want to watch a horror heard of in any current popular hip madness that this album takes. forwards. This perfection he clearly hospital charged with a mission comedy that does not even attempt hop album. Lyrically, the listener is Sure, the album has already been achieved: Atrocity Exhibition paints of providing quality care to its pa- to take itself seriously and is self- forcefully thrown into Brown’s dis- strange, but there is a noticeable a clear, terrifying picture for anyone tients. However, Doctor Munsch aware, tune into Fox on Tuesdays at turbed psyche with descriptions of jump in the experimentation as to indulge in. only accepts cases of incurable dis- 9:00pm. Bond, James Bond. A Movie Review of Spectre. Bond finds a dying Mr. White gain more power, and while fight- Caleigh Tiley ’17 (Jesper Christensen), and promises ing M, he falls to his death. The Contributing Writer to take care of his estranged daugh- major players all arrive at the old ter, Madeleine (Lea Seydoux). MI-6 building. There, Blofeld tells Spectre is the fourth James White also mentions the L’ Americ- him that there is a bomb and he Bond movie to feature Daniel ain. Not knowing what that means, can either choose to save Madeleine Craig. In an explosive beginning, Bond tracks down the daughter. or save himself. Bond finds Mad- Bond blows up a building in Mex- After rescuing her, she reveals that eleine, carries her to a boat below ico City during an assassination L’ Americain is not a person, but the building and they ride out from attempt. There he learns he must a place. They go together and find under the explosion. Bond has his find the Pale King (a.k.a. Mr. a secret room where they find out opportunity to kill Blofeld, but White). We discover that this is a that Mr. White was looking for decides not to, and instead goes to rogue mission unauthorized by Blofeld and wanted Bond to finish Madeleine. They are seen driving the administration, given to James what he started. off together at the end of the movie. Bond via video by the previous “M” Using White’s information, This movie has everything you (Judi Dench) who died in Skyfall. they locate Blofeld, head of Spec- would expect to find in a Bond Meanwhile, Max Denbigh (Andrew tre. Blofeld (Christoph Waltz) is film: plenty of action, suspense, too Scott) of the Joint Security Service, revealed to have been the operator much sex, and an incredibly cool is working to eliminate the 00 behind all of the villains in the past car for Bond to ultimately crash. program and combine all security movies. His reason? His father took Before watching this, though, it groups. James in when he was orphaned and would be helpful to watch a few of Because of his unsanctioned he loved him more than Blofeld. the earlier Daniel Craig movies, as actions in Mexico, Bond is forced This anger and jealousy led him to there are references to past events. to evade surveillance and complete attempt to ruin James’ life and kill On the next movie run, try and Dench’s beyond-the-grave mission everyone he loved. Bond manages check out Spectre if you want a great for him. With help from friends in to escape by way of a wrist-watch action film. It’s sure to please. But MI-6, Bond infiltrates a meeting bomb and he and Madeleine fly one thing is for sure, as in any James of Spectre, and is confronted by its back to London. Bond movie, you can’t help but be head, Blofeld, who he thought was It is discovered that Max Den- charmed by the smooth talking IMBD dead. bigh was working with Blofeld to Brit.

Comic by Sandra Spurlock ’17 Reserve Record 12 Entertainment October 2016 Apple has a New iPhone (Part VII) from its predecessors. wireless earbuds are capable of Matthew Groll ’18 As is the standard iPhone up- connecting with any Bluetooth en- Editor grades, the new model comes with abled device and come without the an improved battery life, higher physical restraint of ordinary head- quality cameras, and more power- phones. Despite their small size, the In what is now a four year tradi- ful speakers. The new “A10” chip AirPods come tightly packed with a tion, Apple announced and released also provides faster processing and variety of hardware: a microphone, its latest iPhone models, the iPhone enables improved graphics that are access to Siri, and even motion sen- 7 and 7 Plus, early last September. claimed to be “on par” with console sors to detect if the user is talking The event for this year’s announce- gaming devices. The iPhone 7 has or has taken out the earbuds. Many ment hosted a multitude of guest a new sleek colorization option, jet users are skeptical of their battery appearances, including Tim Cook black, that promotes a more refined life. Whether Apple is truly aiming singing in “Carpool Karaoke” with look for the device. However, the to take a step into their “wireless fu- talk show host James Corden, a live glossy finish seems to be more sus- ture” or is just wringing out money performance by the pop artist Sia, ceptible to scratching than the oth- from their consumers is hard to say. and Nintendo producer Shigeru er more conventional color choices. But, the mass commercialization of Miyamoto promoting the upcom- Additionally, the iPhone 7 is water wireless headphones is a big leap for ing app “Super Mario Run.” While resistant, and although a consider- the tech market. the event was certainly an entertain- able improvement from previous Another announcement in last ing production, it also covered ev- models, it is not completely water- September’s event revealed the Se- erything users can look forward to proof at this point—an important ries 2 Apple Watch. This improved this next year in the world of Apple. distinction to be mindful of. Don’t line of watches comes in an ex- The new iPhone, as expected, is go swimming with your iPhone tremely diverse variety. One model, brimming with cutting-edge fea- anytime soon. partnered with Nike, is streamlined tures. The 7 Plus model differs from One new change to the iPhone for effective compatibility with the standard 7 with a bigger size that has been met with criticism is sports, featuring holes for venti- and improved specs, but overall the the removal of the traditional head- lation and improved sensors to modifications in the iPhone apply phone jack. While the new mod- analyze physical activity. Anoth- to both designs. In terms of hard- el will be shipped with an audio er design, produced with fashion ware, the model comes with two big adapter, this clunky “dongle,” as manufacturer Hermes, highlights a changes. At a glance, the dual-cam- it’s called, serves as more of a tem- luxury leather band and more sim- era setup allows for a more versatile porary fix. Apple will continue to plistic design. In the year to come, image, and pressure-sensitive home promote its Lightning headphone we will witness how Apple’s prod- Blake Birch sensors, rather than the standard alternatives, and, as another sub- ucts stack up against its competitors James Doh ’20 poses with the iPhone 7. The new phone features physical button, are the two fea- stitution, the marketing team has and learn how users will react to the two added finishes, black and jet black. These add to the exist- tures that set the iPhone 7 apart unveiled the new “AirPods.” These abundance of new features. ing rose gold, gold, and silver finishes.

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