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Photo by: Will Holden | Torch Photographer The Ferris football team prepares to do battle in the trenches. The Bulldogs extended their record to 13-0 on the year and advanced to the NCAA D2 Regional Championship game Saturday, Dec. 1. Bulldogs’ fend off late comeback to defeat Northwest Missouri State University

Mollie Hamelund With Campbell on the bench, Annese got creative and uti- Russell tossed an interception that was returned for a touch- Torch Reporter lized three different quarterbacks, with Ferris junior Travis down by Missouri senior defensive back Jack Richards. The Russell receiving most of the snaps under center. two teams battled back and forth for the remainder of the The Ferris football team continued its journey to an NCAA “Travis had to wait a long time,” Annese said. “I saw the game, until the scoreboard read 27-21 with just 13 seconds Division II National Championship, but this time they took pain in his eyes throughout the season remaining. the field without their starting quarterback. waiting for his opportunity, and the op- The Bearcats’ last hope rode on the leg of Missouri sopho- Ferris junior quarterback and Harlon Hill Trophy candidate portunity presented itself and he took full more kicker Parker Sampson, who attempted an onside kick Jayru Campbell was a surprise scratch from the 27-21 victo- advantage of it.” that his team recovered. Ferris sophomore defensive tackle ry Saturday, Nov. 24, in the NCAA Super Region Three Semi- Annese’s creative scheme came to frui- Austin Simpson ended the game, however, sacking the Bear- finals action with the Northwest Missouri State University tion on the first play of the game, as Ferris cats’ quarterback and forcing a fumble that was recovered (Maryville, Missouri) Bearcats. Campbell was sidelined with junior slot receiver Jevon Shaw delivered by the Bulldogs with all zeroes on the timer. a shoulder injury sustained in the Bulldogs’ 21-19 victory a 71-yard bomb pass to Ferris redshirt Ferris improves to 13-0 on the year, while Missouri falls to over Harding University (Searcy, Arkansas) the week before. Tony freshman receiver Sy Barnett. The Bull- 10-3 to end their season. The Bulldogs will continue to mon- “It happened in the second quarter last week,” Ferris head Annese dogs capped that drive off with a two-yard itor the status of Campbell, but hope to have him available football coach Tony Annese said. “It’s insane. You know, nor- touchdown run from Ferris sophomore for the NCAA Division II Regional Championship. mally when you lose your quarterback, you might lose some running back Marvin Campbell. The offense continued to The Bulldogs will be on the road for the first time this of the mental toughness. You know, like the confidence, the move well in the first half, heading to the lockers with a 20-7 post-season, as they take on Ouachita Baptist University swag, the belief that we’re going to be alright. We didn’t wa- lead. (Arkadelphia, Arkansas) 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. ver. Nobody on this team wavered.” The Bulldogs struggled heading into the third quarter, as

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“Now that I’m here and I’m around people that are kind of like me and have similar NEWS backgrounds, it feels comforting and warm.” - Dakota Lynch - See page 4 for story Cora Hall | News Editor | [email protected] Bye bye Blackboard Ferris is looking at services to replace Blackboard

Grant Siddall sake simple would really make me reconsider my other technology.” Torch Reporter reluctance to teach online. I don’t want to have to After the systems are demonstrated, FLITE, the of- go through 20 menus to bring one file from my last fice for Retention and Student Success - and every The current Blackboard system is on its way out class to this one and that’s just about what I have to university college will each receive two votes which at Ferris as the university looks to replace it with a do. It’s a real pain.” they can use to vote for two of newer program. Demonstrations of the programs, which students the three systems. From there, a A team of 34 Ferris faculty members is current- are welcome to attend, began in early November system will be chosen and a one- ly in the process of examining new programs to with Brightspace. Demonstrations of Brightspace year transition period will take replace Blackboard, which Ferris has used since and Blackboard Ultra will also place between July 2019 and 2010. Those programs include Instructure Canvas, take place before a decision is July 2020, when the university’s D2L Brightspace and the newest version of Black- made. Blackboard contract expires. board, Blackboard Ultra. “We’ve been preparing for be- Many students are excited to Ferris English professor Zac Wendler describes ing forced to upgrade. We have Deven get rid of Blackboard, a program himself as one of the “unfortunate few” who has our infrastructure in place. Last Martin they feel is heavily flawed. been using Blackboard since he was in high school summer we moved to SASS “I do practically everything from and now uses it as a professor. He said he’s been (screening assessment and sup- my phone, and the Blackboard app is trash. It looks on both sides of Blackboard for around 20 years. Jackie port services) so we’re hosted pretty and makes the web interface look like shit, One issue he has had is Blackboard deleting files Hughes in the cloud,” Ferris Instructional but it gets nothing else right,” Ferris informational his students have submitted. He said those issues Technology Coordinator Jackie security and intelligence sophomore Deven Martin have made him resistant to online teaching. Hughes said. “We got that implemented about a said. “If they can bring in a system where the mobile “That program has been the bane of my existence year and a half ago because we knew Blackboard app works and I can actually do stuff from there, my entire educational life,” Wendler said. “Hav- Ultra needed that to run on but it does not make they’ll have my vote.” ing something that is solid, reliable and for god’s good business sense to upgrade without reviewing

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Students donate 113 The gift of life pints to blood drive Landry Shorkey it’s for the patients in the surrounding ar- takes a holiday,” Kaiser said. “We need at “I feel like it’s important Torch Reporter eas.” least 500 donations every day to sustain an because, I mean there’s Michigan Blood Interim Site Lead and Di- adequate blood supply.” a lot of students here, so Students had the opportunity to get “Pizza rector of Donor Services Dawn Kaiser has Several Ferris students who donated in you can get a lot of dona- for Pints” at the blood drive hosted by Kappa worked for the organization for five years the blood drive said that they feel donating tions in one area versus Psi and the Pharmacy Leadership Society. and has more than 20 years of blood bank blood is important. having to wait for dona- The total raised from the event Thurs- experience. “I just think it’s the tions to come in.” day, Nov. 15, was 113 pints of blood, which “One out of seven hospital visits results right thing to do. I’m a do- Upcoming blood drives equates to about 528 lives saved. Partici- in a blood transfusion. If volunteers do not nor on my driver’s license. Bailey will be taking place Jan. pating students received a voucher for a free donate, the life saving gift may not be avail- If I can help people, I’ll Hendricks 24 and March 21. Stu- medium Jet’s pizza. able to friends and families who need it. We help people,” Ferris tele- dents can sign up on the Ferris pharmacy sophomore Amber depend on volunteer blood donations every vision and digital media Michigan Blood website McKeever is vice president and philanthropy day,” Kaiser said. production junior Gabriel or at tables that will be chair of Kappa Psi, and served as the stu- On average, Michigan Blood collects Gabriel Walker said. set up in the University dent coordinator for the blood drive. 114,000 donations each year, with each Walker Ferris psychology fresh- Center. “Donating blood is very important,” donation saving or enhancing life for up to man Bailey Hendricks do- “You get to save lives,” McKeever said. “This is literally the only way three patients. However, the risk of blood nated for the third time and said she hopes Ferris construction man- patients who need blood can get it. I’m sure shortage increases as the holiday season to make it a regular experience. agement junior Evan all of us can think of at least one person who draws near. “A lot of people in my family kind of have Schaap said. “One day has needed a blood transfusion. When you “There are holiday and seasonal shortag- blood issues, and so I feel like I know oth- you might need it.” donate blood, you can save three lives and es because people are busy with vacations er people do. I might as well help out and Evan when you donate through Michigan Blood, and family, but the need for blood never give what I can while I can,” Hendricks said. Schaap NewsNews 3 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 - ON THE RECORD - A roundup of this week’s crime at Ferris State University Occasionally I’ll hit somebody with my car Cora Hall to a report of an obstruction of justice at tion in Brophy Hall. Three subjects were cit- News Editor the Isabella County Sheriff’s department in ed for possession of marijuana. Drive safely Mount Pleasant. One subject was arrested. Nov. 20, 9:34 p.m., officers investigated a Couldn’t resist Brophy bake misdemeanor traffic violation at Bond Circle Nov. 10, 1:41 a.m., officers received a Serious reports Nov. 15, 9:25 p.m., officers investigated and Ferris Drive. One subject was arrested. report of a controlled substance violation in Nov. 10, 10 p.m., officers investigated a a report of a controlled substance violation McNerney Hall. One subject was referred to report of criminal sexual conduct that was in Brophy Hall. Two subjects were referred to Mary Jane strikes again the Office of Student Conduct and the inves- reported to have happened on Aug. 31, the Office of Student Conduct. Nov. 20, 10:57 p.m., officers received a tigation is still open. 2018 at Campus Creek Apartments. The report of a controlled substance violation in case is still open. Stealing seconds Bond Hall. Two subjects were referred to the Seeking justice Nov. 16, 1:25 a.m., officers received a Office of Student Conduct. Nov. 10, 10:29 p.m., officers investigated Lock your dorm report of larceny at The Rock. The investiga- a report of criminal sexual conduct in the Nov. 11, 9 p.m., officers received a report tion is still open. Ferris Department of Public Safety issued first degree that was reported to have hap- of an armed robbery in Brophy Hall. The in- 567 tickets between the dates of Nov. 11 pened on Oct. 17, 2017 in Bond Hall. The vestigation is still open. Occasionally I’ll hit somebody with my car and Nov. 24, totaling $9,500. case is still open. Nov. 19, 9 a.m., officers responded to a Group effort report of a hit and run, and a private prop- This makes sense to me Nov. 12, 11:23 p.m., officers responded erty damage accident in Lot 19. The case is Nov. 10, 11:58 p.m., officers responded to a report of a controlled substance viola- inactive due to a lack of leads.

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Cora Hall between 30 and 40. LGBTQ+ Resource Center Coffeehouse News Editor Original story by Farooq Jan Mangal and Mujib A drop-in Coffeehouse will be held in the LGBTQ+ Resource Center 4 Mashal. Nov. 23, 2018. The New York Times. — 6 p.m. on Wednesdays starting Nov. 28. Tea, coffee and light refresh- Paris, France ments will be available and the new coordinator, Sarah Doherty will be Thousands of French protesters, who were call- Niamey, Niger in attendance as well. For more information, contact Doherty at (231) ing for President Emmanuel Macron’s resignation, About 50 unidentified armed men kidnapped 591-2658 or [email protected]. were met with tear gas and water cannons Sat- 15 girls overnight Saturday, Nov. 24. The girls were urday, Nov. 24. The movement was organized on seized in a village about six miles from Toumour Marijuana is Legal — What Now? the internet, not backed by a party or union, and near the Niger border with Nigeria. No responsibil- Michigan cannabis activists Rick Thompson and Jamie Lowell will be was protesting the rise in fuel taxes at the capital. ity was claimed but the Islamist extremist group, speaking on campus about the process of legalizing marijuana 6 p.m. Macron has barely addressed the issue and many Boko Haram, has kidnapped students in the past Wednesday, Nov. 28. They will discuss when it will become legal, the de- French mayors were concerned about the protest- as a tactic to terrorize the population. tails of the legislation and the future of the marijuana industry in Mich- ers’ anger not being heard while France continues Original story by Reuters. Nov. 24, 2018. The igan. For more information, contact Monica Pittiglio at pittigm@ferris. to be one of the most highly taxed countries in New York Times. edu. Europe. Original story by Adam Nossiter. Nov. 24, 2018. Toronto, Canada Five star speaker: David Wheeler The New York Times. St. Michael’s College School in Toronto, long Attend the five star speaker event where David Wheeler will be sharing known for its hockey, is now in the spotlight after his story of tragedy when his son, Ben, was killed during the Sandy Hook Khost, Afghanistan multiple hazing videos were posted online. One Elementary shooting Dec. 14, 2012. Wheeler and his wife started Ben’s At least 27 soldiers were killed and dozens showed a young student being pinned down and Lighthouse, an organization for children’s support in Newtown and other were wounded in a bombing inside an army base sexually assaulted by schoolmates with a broom communities affected by trauma. The event will be held 7 p.m. Thursday, in Afghanistan during Friday prayers on Nov. 23. handle. Six students, ages 14 and 15, were arrest- Nov. 29, in University Center 202. For more information, contact Enter- The mosque that was attacked was inside the ed and now the total count of videos to emerge tainment Unlimited at [email protected]. headquarters of the Afghan Army’s 1st Brigade, has climbed to six. Both the president and prin- 203rd Corps and there was no immediate claim of cipal of St. Michael’s have resigned and multiple Cookie walk responsibility. This bombing came just days after alumni have reported being hazed while at the Join St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in their 32nd Cookie Walk fund- a suicide bombing that targeted a religious cere- school decades ago. raiser 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. They will be selling home-baked cook- mony in the capital that killed at least 55 people. Original story by Catherine Porter. Nov. 23, ies, Rada Cutlery, Corn Broom and Manna Pantry Soups at the church Officials said that this year the daily death toll is 2018. The New York Times. located at 323 S. State St. For more information, email standrewsbr@ gmail.com. Torch Corrections Check us out Did we make a mistake? online for Let us know! Corrections can be submitted through email at exclusive articles [email protected] or by calling 231-591-5978 and photo galleries at The police never think it’s as www.fsutorch.com funny as you do. Free initial consultations for FSU Students www.samuelslawoffice.com 231-796-8858 4 News Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 Ferris State Torch Culture Bitter aftertaste shock Latino students find a community at the Center for Latin@ studies

Madison Kettlewell self. I thought I just wasn’t go- Torch Reporter ing to finish college. But I found many people here that have Some Latin@ students at Fer- been helping me through a lot.” ris find it difficult to set aside Ferris digital animation and time to celebrate their culture game design junior Dakota and diversity while also main- Lynch first found the center while taining their college schedule. looking for a job. The community The Center for Latin@ Stud- at the center and gathering of ies is a Ferris student organi- people with similar cultures to zation that encourages Latino him is what ultimately led Lynch students to celebrate their di- to apply for versity and culture in everyday the job. life. The center’s website states “It’s really that they work to get students to nice to know and through college by building that there is a on the strengths of the students’ spot for me to culture and identity. hang out and Ferris elementary education have fun with freshman Mariana Marin knows Dakota people who firsthand how the center helps Lynch have similar students find a community and it backgrounds encouraged her to not give up on and similar stories. I feel at Photo by: Hunter Pariseau | Interim Photographer her education. home there. I’ve only been work- Juul pods are on the shelves at Rise Smoke shop, other smoke shops, stores and gas stations all around Big Rapids. Fruit “My senior year of high school, ing there a few months, but I feel and food flavored pods will no longer be sold in stores an attempt to curb underage vaping and nicotine addiction I got pregnant. like they just get me,” Lynch said. So, I had my “Before I came here, I felt really doubts about alienated and I didn’t know what Juul suspends selling flavored pods in stores and whether I it was. Now that I’m here and I’m would go to around people that are kind of stops social media promotion college or like me and have similar back- not,” Marin grounds, it feels comforting and Cora Hall have played a part in youth interest, it may not be the said. “But I warm.” News Editor whole reason for its appeal. Mariana always tried to The center, located in IRC 131, “I think that is actually a very good point, but I think Marin stay positive. is open until 9 p.m. every night. The rising trend of Juul brand vaporizer pods, es- the other point is the social media portrays Juul as a Even though I If students just want a place to pecially among minors, may dissipate with the fruit popularity type of thing and all the cool people have a knew it was going to be hard, I al- study in, they can also look to flavors no longer being sold in stores. Juul,” Groom said. “So, it’s not just necessarily mint ways wanted to go to college and the center, as it is one of the The announcement from Juul Labs that they would or mango or whatever flavors they have, it’s how they finish my education. When I first flex-tutoring sites across Ferris’s no longer sell most flavors of pods in retail stores, portray it in the media.” came to Ferris, for some reason campus. According to Center for as well as discontinue social media promotions, was Other aspects of the Juul, such as its size, may have I felt like I was the only Hispanic Latin@ Studies Executive Direc- made after receiving pressure from the Food and Drug attracted minors to it, according to Ferris welding ju- person here.” tor Kaylee Moreno, this is to en- Administration over teenage vaping, according to the nior Brian Hitts. According to Marin, someone courage students to come to the New York Times. “I think the size plays a huge factor. They’re able to approached her while she was at center whenever they need to Government data from 2017 shows that over three hide it, and it’s easy and compact, so I feel like that’s the University Center and offered connect with their culture. million middle and high school students reported us- what made it more convenient for them to have it, just her information for a meeting “It’s a space where students ing e-cigarettes and one-third said the flavors were a the sheer size of it,” Hitts said. about Hispanic student organi- can find someone that looks big factor in their choice. The online verification process zations. Marin followed up and like them, that has some of the Many students believe underage for buying Juul products will also now has been a part of the cen- same backgrounds as them,” nicotine addiction is an issue and be tighter to ensure customers are ter for a month. Moreno said. “There is a chance Ferris dental hygiene freshman Lau- 21 or older and eventually they will “I was a stay-at-home mom, for students to explore the diver- ren Barkell said the decision to stop have a real-time photo requirement just stressing out. When I start- sity within the community, but selling the pods may be too late. to match a buyers face to their gov- ed coming to the center and there’s also a chance for them to “Obviously it’s bad because ernment-issued ID. Some compa- meeting more people, I found feel a sense of connectedness they’re all getting nicotine addic- nies have even voiced support for help here. I feel really good now,” to their hometowns and to their Brian tions at super young ages and they Hitts raising the age to 21 for purchasing Marin said. “At some point I just culture.” Lauren Barkell don’t realize how bad it is for you all tobacco and vaping products, couldn’t do it, you know? By my- because they just think it’s cool,” according to the New York Times. Barkell said. “I think it’s a little too late because even “I think it’s a good idea to try and control some of if the Juul brand stops doing that, they’re still going it, but either way, people are going to get it. They still HONEST & AFFORDABLE CAR CARE to go to other vape shops to get other juices for other find loopholes or people buy for them, so it’s just what Suorins or whatever.” age group are you going to try to restrict buying,” Hitts Mufflers • Brakes Ferris welding junior Kolin Groom also said he does said. “Who are you going to make responsible for buy- not believe the move will have much of an impact on ing the product? So if you push it to 21-year-olds, now Struts • Shocks existing users. it’s who’s helping who out and how are they getting “For new users of the product it if they aren’t 21, and where do you go from there.” Undercarriage Specialist I think it’ll help, but for those who Juul said it will be shutting down its Facebook and FOREIGN are already using a Juul or already Instagram accounts in the U.S. that promoted using AND DOMESTIC know about the thing, I don’t think flavored pods and according to its release, it would it’ll make a difference,” Groom said. ask major social media outlets, such as Twitter and Juul Labs retains more than 70 Snapchat, to assist them in policing posts that pro- percent of the e-cigarette market mote underage use of e-cigarettes. share in the U.S. and said they According to the New York Times, several officials Certified Mechanics on Staff Locally Owned and Operated Kolin would keep mint, tobacco and men- met with e-cigarette and tobacco companies to dis- Groom thol flavors in stores to prevent us- cuss ways to discourage youth vaping and threatened FREE ESTIMATES ers from reverting to menthol ciga- to take e-cigarettes off the market if teenage sales North End of Town rettes, according to the New York Times. were not curbed. 1204 N. State St. Groom said he believes that while the flavors may Big Rapids, MI 592-1204 NewsNews 5 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 Another person’s treasure Volunteer Center continues annual United Way fundraising with rummage sale

Dan Deitsch “I think this is a way to put something Torch Reporter that might be someone’s ‘rummage’ to make it someone else’s treasure,” Fer- The Student United Way Campaign ris biology junior Ciara Kibby said. “It felt held a rummage sale in the West Cam- really good to help with something that pus Community Center where students helps others.” and staff were invited to purchase items Each year, the Volunteer Center holds that had been donated earlier that a fundraising campaign for United Way. week. They host events, such as the Student Items like clothing, household items, Business Expo and the Winter Crafts cooking utensils and children’s books and Bake Sale, where students can do- were available during the Nov. 16 sale. nate to the campaign. These funds go to Any items that were not sold that day several nonprofit groups and communi- were donated to 27 local Big Rapids ty service programs in the Mecosta and businesses, such as Salvation Army, to Osceola counties. be sold there. “Without this financial support from “It’s really nice to be able to go out United Way, many programs would not and do different things and raise money be able to operate,” Career and Volun- for United Way, which is such a great or- teer Center coordinator Michele Albright ganization, and they give back so much said. “We would love for the community to Big Rapids and Ferris itself,” Ferris to know that students from Ferris State criminal justice and psychology senior University care and want to make a dif- and Student Government Director of ference for others.” Philanthropy Tess The fundraising campaign has raised Strasser said. around $1,500 so far, half of their Bulldogs are en- $3,000 goal. However, Albright said that couraged to visit the raising these funds can be challenging. Volunteer Center in “Fundraising is always difficult on a the Center for Lead- college campus because students gen- ership, Activities and erally do not have much cash on hand,” Photo by: Hunter Pariseau | Interim Photographer Career Services, re- Albright said. “Therefore, it takes a lot Ferris criminal justice and psychology senior Tess Strasser folds t-shirts being sold at the rummage sale that Ciara gardless of their field on creativity and multiple efforts to pull was held Nov. 16 as a part of the United Way campaign. Kibby of study. in a little bit of money at a time.

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OUR LOCATION Alumni Building 013 I try not to be one to complain all for a little while. Judging by the continuous slips of I’m sick of praying that the same 410 Oak Street about the slippery sidewalks in Students pay thousands of dol- other students, I assume it didn’t doesn’t happen to me. Ferris State University Big Rapids, MI 49307 winter. I understand that it takes lars every year to attend this uni- help much. Ferris, please plow and salt fsutorch.com/letter-to-the-editor/ the workers time to plow and salt versity, and yet, on multiple occa- The slick sidewalks at Ferris your sidewalks: all of them, not everything, so I tried to be more sions I’ve contemplated skipping have been a problem since I just the most commonly walked The Ferris State Torch considerate when the sidewalks my classes for the day so I can became a student here, but ones (and even those are absurd). welcomes comments on topics of are a little slick. avoid a potential fall. I could overlook it up until this On top of that, make sure the job interest to the general readership. Letters should not exceed 300 words That is, until I recently slipped It’s not that I’m clumsy. I’m con- point. Now, I have to somehow fig- is efficiently done. A little clus- in length and The Torch reserves the and broke my ankle when walking stantly seeing people slipping on ure out how I’m going to finish the ter of salt isn’t going to cut it. right to edit for length. Letters will not to class. the ice, sometimes catching their semester while being on bed rest, It’s incredibly dangerous to leave be edited for grammar, punctuation Every Michigander knows that fall, sometimes not. It’s ridiculous and I’ll probably have an even the sidewalks covered in snow or spelling. The Torch will not print winters in this state are brutal. how common it is. deeper fear of snow and ice than I and ice. Weather predictions are letters deemed to be libelous or obscene. All letters must be signed Encountering slippery walkways Sure, sometimes there’s salt did before. I wouldn’t wish this on so accessible nowadays. When by their authors and include his or this time of year is not uncom- on the sidewalks. But a lot of anybody, but sadly, I’m definitely a snowstorm is coming, I’d hope her phone number. mon. I knew there would be snow the time, the amount of salt is not the only one who has fallen that there’d be more preparation Unsigned editorials appearing and ice, and I prepared the best I inadequate for the amount of ice victim (pun not intended) to Ferris’ on how to clear campus to allow on this page are the opinion of The could. I wore boots that have good and barely makes a dent. A few slippery walkways. students to get to class safely. Torch and do not necessarily repre- sent the opinion of the university’s traction and I left early for class so hours after my fall and my release It’s time for this to stop. No Bulldogs, put on your no-slip administration, faculty or staff. I could take my time walking. But from the hospital, I drove past longer do I want to face my walk boots and pray for the best. It’s Signed columns represent the opin- it still wasn’t enough, and now I the scene of the crime and saw to class anticipating a fall. I’m sick going to be a long winter. ion of the writer. Inquiries regarding won’t be able to walk to class at a sprinkling of salt on the area. of watching others wipe out and editorial content should be directed to the Editor in Chief at (231) 591-5978.

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Student media retain the same rights, responsibilities, privileges and protections afforded by the Single but not sure First and Fourteenth Amendments of the U.S. Constitution and under applicable state laws. The Torch and fsutorch.com, the student newspaper and its accom- panying online version focused on how to mingle Ferris State University, are public forums for student expression. Student editors have the authority and responsibility to make all con- Love can be confusing and unexpected tent decisions without censorship or advanced approval for both the print and online editions of the Here’s my admission: I am 22 years-old and I have yet to be in a serious, long-term relationship. student newspapers. Marley Tucker I’ve always felt like there was something off with Opinions Editor me, some reason why I’ve never had the typical dating - TORCH STAFF - experiences that people around me have. I don’t have Editor in Chief Visual Content a high school or college sweetheart to reminisce; I Megan Lewton Samantha Cavotta didn’t participate in the typical milestones that my investing my time in relationships that may have been (231) 591-5978 Taylor Davis Will Holden friends have gushed about. I feel like I skipped a ill-suited, I spent it working on myself. I’m an inde- Production Kaitlyn Kirchner chapter in life when my friends are on a different page pendent woman who is OK with cultivating her own Manager Sarah Massey Videographer than I am. success. I don’t have to wait on anyone to grasp at Sid Sabo At the urging of my friends, I dipped my toes into my own scrappy ambitions, and I can sustain myself Production Assistant Reporters online dating because I was told to put myself out by emphasizing the importance of balance and alone Hannah Way Danny Collins there. Flirting through a screen feels kind of disin- time. I know my own worth that is not dictated by Dan Deitsch News Editor Mollie Hamelund genuous at times, as we advertise our best selves anyone else. Cora Hall Briana Hammontree hoping someone takes the hook. I am so confused by However, being alone is hard sometimes. It seems Madison Kettlewell Lifestyles Editor Noah Poser online connections without being able to read body like everyone I know is either getting engaged or Alicia Jaimes Michael Reedy language, and there’s always the fear that you’re having children. I love fiercely, and it would be nice to Landry Shorkey Sports Editor Grant Siddall being catfished. The small talk after you match with feel that in return. I’m passionate about the people I Brendan Samuels someone makes me want to set fire to my eyeballs. spend my time with, so not having anyone feels hollow Interim Visual Opinions Editor Content I think we can be even more critical about someone in my chest. Sharing pieces of myself to someone Marley Tucker Hunter Pariseau when all we have is a photograph and crafted bio to genuinely interested in the soul of who I am is a tan-

Multimedia Editor Interim Reporters make a decision about dating. Instant gratification or talizing ideal. Megell Strayhorn Marissa Russell rejection really messes up the dynamic. I used to believe that I couldn’t love someone until I

Web Supervisor Managing I’m inordinately involved on campus in multiple learned to love myself, but I’ve found that logic flawed Zach Schildhouse Copy Editor registered student organizations and work part time. as the years go by: both can coexist in my life. It is not Rebecca Bostic Office Manager I’m really busy and meet a lot of people, but no one my job to fix others and there is no reason why I have Alicia Jaimes Copy Editors seems to click romantically. What does that say about to be in a toxic relationship for the sake of the prin- Jonny Parshall Podcast Manager Sydney Stevens me? Being chronically single is simultaneously awk- ciple. I love watching other people in love, and long Zach Schildhouse ward and empowering. Perhaps this road I walk is to feel it in return, but I am young and there is plenty Distributor Cartoonist Grant Siddall fate until I cross paths with the right person. Maybe of time for me to find happiness in another person. Samuel McNeill my karma is taking a while to kick in from a past life, Being chronically single is daunting sometimes, but Adviser Steve Fox or I’m cursed to dole out relationship advice to my just like college I have to keep working at it. Love isn’t (231) 591-2529 friends as a single wingwoman forever. Instead of easy, after all. OpinionsOpinions 7 Ferris State TorchFerris State Torch Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 Read the fine print when looking Land shark season for housing off-campus

After freshman year, the idea of living in the residence house. Some houses may not be in the best shape, but they halls becomes dreadful. Even though most people do not cost the most money. If you are looking to save money and Taylor Davis forget their first college roommate, sometimes that expe- Torch Photographer sign for an older home with less visible benefits, keep your rience is not positive. If you are one of the lucky ones, you eyes open; during your search, look at everything, because may have gotten to choose your roommate. However, if sometimes you can end up signing a contract for a house you’re like the rest of us, you were placed with someone that will fall apart in front of your eyes. you have never met and may even have nothing in common around at the various options that Big Rapids had to offer. Living off campus, in my experience, cost thousands with. It all depends on the luck of the draw. Many places had very tempting offers that promised the of dollars less in the end. I hope that you are cautious To avoid being placed in a potentially uncomfortable sit- world for you with such great values. They all compete when looking for your apartment. Make sure you read all uation, the idea of getting your own apartment comes into for the attention of a potential contract signer even if that the terms, and you are aware of all the fees you must pay mind. As an angsty teenager, I would always scream at my means not mentioning the fine lines in the contract and before you live at that apartment and throughout your stay. I parents that I would move into my own apartment and be forgetting to mention the numerous fees. would also suggest looking at all the rates available in town just fine without them. I never did. The reason for this was I will say that the most significant benefit of these apart- and compare prices because some are much higher than because of the expenses that add up and the land shark ments is that you can bring friends with you to sign on for others. Lastly, in case you are behind in life, signings have landlords that I would have to deal with. Not all property the same apartment. However, if you are as unlucky as my already begun and I would jump on it now. If I had known owners adhere to the definition of a land shark but the one first apartment roommate, you may get promised a unit and what I know now, I might not have signed up for where I cur- thing people care about the most is money, and they do not be placed in another with random strangers. rently live. With my last words, I wish you good luck. care how they get it. If you are not the apartment type, feel free to take a When on the search for my first apartment, I looked gander at what property owners have to offer regarding a Preserving the integrity TORCH POLL RESULTS of journalism How do you feel about all the snow? 58 votes Here at the Torch, that’s not an issue

Journalism has evolved immensely over the years. There are so many different types of Noah Poser I love it! 21% journalism now that news can be Torch Reporter presented in many different ways. That includes getting information through print, social media, online and throughout the media via Higdon says he doesn’t guarantee It’s the worst 34% radio and television. However, one victory, he looks like he doesn’t of the biggest things that get over- have the confidence that they can looked in the field of journalism is win. If he does ensure success, it I can take it or how these writers and TV person- makes it look like he’s cocky to 14% alities get their information. This people who only see the headline leave it universally comes from sources, and not the context of the inter- and one way to get that informa- view. tion is through interviewing said Now like I stated earlier, this I only like it before sources. How you question your situation wasn’t too bad, but this 31% sources is very important, and happens all the time in journal- Christmas when it comes to interviewing, ism. Being able to build trust with there is a certain etiquette that I, the people you interview should as well as most people, believe be one of the most important there should be. aspects of journalism. Stay updated on campus news by liking us on Many reporters out there seem If the people you interview don’t to ditch this sort of etiquette. trust you or view you like a shark Facebook or following us on Twitter They do this to receive clicks and just looking to take advantage shares. While ultimately the point of what they have to say, then of journalism is to have people chances are they will be on guard look at and read your work, many and won’t give you anything good journalists partake in these with- to say. out regard to how this makes the All in all, some journalists out person they interviewed look. there will deceive people to get An example of this occurred attention I work to treat all the FERRIS STATE ICE ARENA last week when I believe a report- people I interview with the utmost er asked Michigan football play- respect, as do the other Torch OPEN SKATE er Karan Higdon a baiting ques- reporters, and that’s how it should Sponsored by: Biggby Coffee tion. What this means is that this be everywhere. We don’t try to particular reporter was out for twist anybody’s word, and we TH likes and clicks with no regard for don’t force unreasonable ques- THURS., NOV. 29 Higdon. While it didn’t blow up to tions on to anyone. All this is to any significant sort of level, the keep the integrity of journalism 9-11PM question was laid out to make alive and well while others con- Higdon look bad regardless of tinue to destroy that integrity. We Open Skate Theme: UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER what he answered. adhere to the guidelines given The watered-down version of by the Society of Professional FREE SKATE RENTALS the question that the reporter Journalists to ensure this. asked was if Higdon could guar- Now, not all journalists are WHEN YOU WEAR YOUR UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER antee victory against Ohio State guilty of doing this, but it is a http://www.ferrisstatebulldogs.com/icearena/index.ht like his coach did as a player. This problem that is spreading. Luckily, question puts Higdon in a difficult we work hard to ensure that you Follow us on: spot as either way he answers don’t have to worry about these leaves him open to criticism. If issues with the Torch. 8 Opinions Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 Ferris State Torch

Cartoon by: Samuel McNeill | Cartoonist Keep hating eggnog, please Despite what some say, eggnog is tasty and I love it

When asked about the holiday season, it’s either you love it or hate it, right? Well not me. I really love it…Thanksgiving dinner? It’s Megell Strayhorn tasty, everyone can expect that. Christmas? Multimedia Editor That’s cool, too, feels nice to give and receive every once in a while. But eggnog? EGGNOG? That’s what the holiday season it really about — for me, at least. discovery. It was an ordinary April day of My eggnog obsession started way back in Walmart shopping, and BAM! Eggnog, right elementary school. My first memories when there in stock. I couldn’t fully believe it until it comes to this are captivated by Christmas I checked the expiration date, but I was decorating and a cup of eggnog. While most ecstatic to say the least. I was there for a people in the house were satisfied after just new half gallon so often, I’m sure I was the one cup, it was no surprise when I was back only reason forcing them to restock eggnog for my second or third. I’m not ashamed to in the month of June. admit the urge has gotten even worse over If you are someone reading this going time. “Ew, this guy is gross, I hate eggnog!” then In high school, I even started anticipating I love you, because I don’t have to worry the first day the stores would begin carrying about sharing with you. On the other hand, if eggnog. In my opinion, November 1 should you’re someone going “Wow I’ve never tried be the National Eggnog Release Day. I mean, eggnog. Maybe I should!” then no, disregard what’s the hold up? The older I get, the earli- everything you just read. Eggnog is terrible er in the year I start craving eggnog. and causes bad grades. This may sound funny, but coming to No, I’m kidding, but on a serious note if Ferris has been the lone reason for my you’re looking for a nice wholesome bever- belief in fate. The world worked in my favor age to help treat malaria, look no further when I got to Big Rapids. How? Because the than eggnog. According to Mobile Cuisine, Walmart here sells eggnog year-round! eggnog was often recommended to treat Graphic by: Sarah Massey | Production Manager I’ll never forget when I made this fantastic malaria and other diseases in the 1800s. Nov. 28, 2018 fsutorch.com/tire-fire Volume 4 - Issue 4 Ferris State University Tire Fire The second truest, fairest and most accurate student newspaper on campus

Parking ticket num- bers skyrocket after students give up on walking to class but refuse to buy a park- PlentyofCoke ing pass Pg. 4 It’s Tinder...but for drugs

Worldwide shortage of men’s hoodies as significant others start stealing them for the winter Pg. 9

Guy still wearing “Bill Schuette for Governor” hat as if it will change anything

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Baby Boomers col- lectively lose their shit over passage of Proposal 1 and just life in general hon- estly Pg. 6

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Leo: July 23-Aug. 22 Eating a meal that Students rally for a warmer Let the stars be the first to tell you that nobody likes I didn’t have to put 89% your cooking and the smell is horrific.No more late- drunk walk to Taco Bell night munchies, please. in the microwave Aquaman then very gracefully leaned Surpisingly hot over and vomited all over Virgo: Aug. 23-Sept. 22 the DIY stage that he made You’ve discovered the perfect balance between It’s that time of year again, out of a wobbly beer pong procrastination and panic-induced adrenaline. folks: the weather is starting table. Savor it because finals week is imminent and to change and the warmth The press conference was At approximately 1 a.m. Satur- road without looking for traffic. all your tests are cumulative. of summer starts to fade followed by a march to the day, Nov. 24, Marley, 22, died in Her last words were, “Life, uh… Making my mom away. Sidewalks start to get city of Big Rapids human a hit-and-run vehicular accident didn’t find a way.” icy and everyone is reluc- resources office. Big Rapids in front of Star Shooters in Big Her dying wish to be cremat- Libra: Sept. 23-Oct.22 take care of me 75% tant to break out the winter human resources coordina- Rapids. ed and put into an hourglass to Your Mongo fortune cookie will have more mean- like the child I am coats and accept defeat. tor Martha Stuart, said in an The investigation of the acci- always remind her brother to ing than your horoscope this month. on the inside That’s where a group of interview, “I have absolutely dent is ongoing. According to go to class on time is still pend- students called the Students no idea what’s happening. bartenders, Marley consumed a ing. For Heated Underground Who are these kids? Why considerable amount of liquor In lieu of flowers, Marley’s Sidewalk Transport System are they all drunk?” in the aforementioned establish- friends ask that you make a pur- Scorpio: Oct. 23-Nov.21 Coalition (SFHUSTSC) University President Da- ment before her demise. chase at your local convenience If you leave your friends on “read” one more come in. The SFHUSTSC vid Eisler was unavailable She was previously spotted store or brewery and get rip roar- time, they are going to leave you. What’s is lobbying for a system of for comment as he has still at Gypsy Nickel undergoing the ing drunk at home with someone more important, straight A’s or a social life? underground sidewalks be- not returned from his alien death sauce hot wing challenge you love and contemplate life and Think about it. Presents and free tween Shooters, The Gyp- abduction. Critics of the SF- before onlookers attempted to the bottomless void that is Big food because I 100% sy Nickel, Taco Bell and HUSTSC are worried that stave off her self-destructive Rapids. McDonald’s. They hope to the students’ rally will shine spiral. Additionally, all of Marley’s Saggitarius: Nov.22-Dec. 21 have 38 cents to evoke sympathy from the an unfavorable light on Fer- After downing an indetermi- friends will be asked to gather at A caffeine withdrawal only happens when you stop my name community so they will ris students. nate amount of Irish Car Bombs a local coffee shop, to be desig- supplying your soul with jittery goodness. contribute to their GoFund- Tire Fire reporters caught and tequila shots, Marley was nated in the future, to have a cup Me. up with Maria Smart, a re- seen pushing past a crowd of of Joe and read her unfinished “It’s getting too cold to alistic studies junior, to ask townies before the fatal collision. novels and hastily scrawled jokes Capricorn: Dec. 22-Jan.19 walk to Taco Bell from what her thoughts were on Eyewitnesses believe that she that will never see the light of Dude, turkey season is over. Get a salad. Shooters! It was fine when it the movement. “This might thought she saw Jeff Goldblum day. was warm but now it’s cold actually be the dumbest across the street and ran into the and I am so not wearing a thing I’ve ever seen in Big I hate holidays coat to the bar,” Ferris busi- Rapids. We don’t need an Too damn many. ness administration sopho- underground tunnel sys- because I don’t Eisler Says: Aquarius: Jan. 20-Feb. 18 Who hurt you? more Bayhleighanne Coo- tem, we need smarter stu- I can’t believe you’re still playing Fortnite. experience joy per said. dents. Winter happens ev- In a press conference on ery year, just take a damn “The Rock has a great Monday, Nov. 19, chair- coat to the bar. It doesn’t Thanksgiving spread.” Pisces: Feb. 19-March 20 person of the SFHUSTSC even weigh a pound, you’ll You’ve received some exciting news lately, board Hunter Down said live.” but don’t get your hopes up. It’ll never be in a speech that they will The SFHUSTSC wanted allowed on campus. fight for warm sidewalks, to link their GoFundMe, no matter what it takes. He but they were too drunk. Nov. 28, 2018 fsutorch.com/tire-fire Volume 4 - Issue 4 Nov. 28, 2018 fsutorch.com/tire-fire Volume 4 - Issue 4 Nov.Horror-scopes 28, 2018 fsutorch.com/tire-fireTire FireVolume 4 - Issue 4 IntoxicationNov. 28, 2018 fsutorch.com/tire-fire Volume 4 - Issue 4 Aries: March 21-April 19 Poll In Your professorHorror-scopes will say there’s no final but make Tire Fire you come to class anyway IntoxicationStation Aries: March 21-April 19 Results Poll In Your professorTaurus: will say April there’s 20-May no final but 20 make memoriam you comeYour to class signi anywayficant other may find your filthy Station ways charming but for the love of God, clean Results out your email.Taurus: April 20-May 20 memoriamMarley - Clever Girl Your significant other may find your filthy ways charming but for the love of God, clean Gemini: May 21-Juneout your 20 email. 1996-2018 You think winter break will be a well-deserved vaca- Marley - Clever Girl tion, but we both know you don’t deserve a vacation, and you onlyGemini: signed up May for overtime 21-June to feed 20 your 1996-2018 fast food habit.You think winter break will be a well-deserved vaca- tion, but we both know you don’t deserve a vacation, What’s your favorite part of and you only signed up for overtime to feed your fast foodCancer: habit. 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But it’s always worth wild on Thanksgiving Day. really is. it, am I right?” As Thanksgiving 2018 comes “Her eyes get A Ferris secondary education to a close, Ferris nutrition junior all peeled and self-pro- junior Brita Water would be Ashley Winterbottom is feeling sharing is no “Sometimes c l a i m e d one student who disagrees with the after-effects of a holiday well longer an op- Thanksgiv- Winterbottom’s theory. done. tion,” Turk said. though, I ing fanatic, I’m her roommate, and just “I have a love-hate rela- “Her family Winterbot- let me say, it’s never worth it. tionship with Thanksgiving,” wanted to play swear, I smell tom said she Drink Pepto Bismol. If not for Winterbottom said. “I love the the game where has a system your sake, then for your room- turkey, mashed potatoes and everyone says to fend off mate’s,” Water said. pumpkin pie. I hate feeling what they’re turkey and the Something Winterbottom bloated for the rest of the week thankful for, post-turkey wishes she could change about though.” but when they everything bloat. Thanksgiving is the wardrobe Being a hardcore nutritionist got to Ash, all “I drink a requirement, saying she doesn’t with an interest in fitness, Win- she could mum- just goes whole bot- like the judgement her pants terbottom admits that Thanks- ble was ‘turkey’ tle of Pepto give her after a day of eating. Be- giving can bring out the worst between bites. black.” Bismol, two cause of this, she is considering in her. It was a little bottles of purchasing maternity pants to “I don’t think I do too bad s c ar y.” -Ashley water and help with next year’s festivities. on Thanksgiving,” Winterbot- Turk said that proceed to “When your pants are tom said. “Sometimes though, I this may be his Winterbottom slip into a stretchy, your stomach is happy,” swear I smell turkey and every- final year with his girlfriend due food coma until classes begin Winterbottom said. thing just goes black.” to the fact she’s abnormally ob- again,” Winterbottom said. “If Ferris psychology senior John sessed with all things Thanks- that doesn’t work, well, then I’m Harrowing Holidays How to answer those cliché family questions Jack Turkey Captain When are you going to get a When are you going to boy/girlfriend? propose/get married? With the rapid succession of “family holidays” – Thanksgiving, a. I’m more focused on my classes right now. a. We’re more focused on our classes and finding a place to live right now. Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year, b. [Younger sibling’s name] had sex with their etc. – some young people dread go- boy/girlfriend yesterday. b. So, Uncle Jerry, how’s the surgery recovery ing home because their family in- coming along? c. When someone on my level turns up – I’ve terrogates the hell out of them. learned a lot about who not to date from you. c. As soon as the baby is born. To help you prepare for these in- terrogations and survive your fam- ily get-togethers, here are some of What do you want for Christmas? When are you moving out? the most common interrogation a. *nervous laughter* Socks are always great, a. Sometime after graduation, maybe a week to a questions with varying answers: Aunt Linda. month later. As are what you’ll probably say to b. I actually want to only give this Christmas – b. Actually, I’m moving in with some friends to end the conversation as quickly as for example, giving no shits as to what I receive. keep them out of rent trouble with the IRS. possible; c. A Weasley sweater. Bs are what you might say if you c. Not soon enough. want to put the spotlight on some- one else; When are you graduating college? When are you going to stop being Cs are the awesome comebacks an immature smart ass? you wouldn’t think of until a week a. [actual graduation date] later. c. Not soon enough. c. NEVER. (You’re welcome.)

Tryptophan is a hell of a drug. Giving Thanks: What are you grateful for? I know I’m grateful that my family isn’t full of psy- Read the Tire Fire published during the last week of every month! chopaths who want to run a 5k on Thanksgiving. Sports 9 Ferris State Torch Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018

SPORTS “We shouldn’t be a Division I team.” -Matt Capasso - See page 10 for story Brendan Samuels | Sports Editor | [email protected] Jayru 4 Harlon Hill Ferris quarterback finds success after troubled past Michael Reedy & Brendan Samuels Torch Reporter & Sports Editor

The Harlon Hill trophy, awarded to the Most Valu- able Player in the National Collegiate Athletic Asso- ciation (NCAA) Division II, may be coming back to Ferris thanks to junior quarterback Jayru Campbell. Campbell placed himself in the Ferris single-sea- son record books in the 2018 season, as he cur- rently sits at first in yards of total offense with 3,672, first in touchdowns responsible for with 43 and 9.8 total yards of offense per attempt. Campbell’s ability to make plays with his arm as well as his legs have made him dangerous to oppo- nents all year. During the regular season, Campbell attributed 2,368 passing yards as well as 1,162 rushing yards, making him responsible for 62 per- cent of Ferris’ total yardage. Campbell benefits from great offensive line play, a unit he credits for much of his success. A big part of that offensive line has been Ferris senior tackle Devon Johnson who was named Great Lakes Inter- collegiate Athletic Conference Offensive Lineman of the Year. A long journey for Campbell started with back- to-back high school state championships at Detroit Cass Tech in 2011 and 2012. From there, Camp- bell was offered several Division I offers, including Alabama and Notre Dame, before he ultimately chose Michigan State University (MSU). In January of 2014, however, Campbell was arrested after vid- eo went viral of him slamming a Cass Tech. security guard to the floor. Campbell lost his scholarship to MSU but found his way to Garden City Community College (Garden City, Kansas), where he made his collegiate debut in 2015. Campbell helped lead the Garden City Broncbusters to a Junior College National Champi- onship in 2016 before leaving for Big Rapids. After serving one year as a redshirt in 2017-18, Campbell found himself in the middle of a quar- terback competition as Ferris head coach Tony Annese searched for Reggie Bell’s replacement. Campbell ultimately won the job and hasn’t looked back since. Now Campbell is driving the Bulldogs toward a Division II National Championship, something that the program has never been able to accomplish, even when Ferris alum Jason Vander Laan brought home the Harlon Hill trophy back-to-back in 2014 and 2015. Comparing statistics from 2014 and 2015 when Vander Laan won the Harlon Hill, the quarterbacks seem to have very similar stat lines. Vander Laan threw for 2,140 yards in 2014 and 2,239 yards in 2015, both less than what Campbell has thrown this season. For the ground game, Vander Laan rushed for 1,328 yards in 2014 and 1,319 yards in 2015, which has a slight edge over Campbell’s total from this season. The difference is that Campbell faces steep com- petition in the other 36 candidates for the Harlon Hill Trophy. One man that stands out is Bowie State University (Bowie, Maryland) senior quarterback Amir Hall. Hall stands atop the NCAA Division II lea- derboard in passing yards with 3,865 and is sixth in the nation with 29 passing touchdowns. Tack on 445 yards rushing for Hall and he edges out Camp- bell in yards of total offense. The Harlon Hill Trophy winner is set to be an- nounced Friday, Dec. 14, but Campbell and the Bulldogs are focused on advancing past the Elite 8. Ferris will take Ouachita Baptist University 1 p.m. Photo by: Sam Cavotta | Torch Photographer Saturday, Dec. 1, in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, for the Ferris junior quarterback Jayru Campbell takes off past defenders. Campbell is one of 37 finalists for the Harlon Hill Trophy awarded to the best right to advance to the Final Four. football player in Division 2. 910 Sports Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 Ferris State Torch

Brendan Samuels Sports Editor

Top Dawg honors are landing on the gridiron this week, but instead of one Ferris athlete gar- nering the title, there will be two. The two-seeded Ferris football team advanced to the NCAA Division II Regional Championship with a 27-21 victory over the Northwest Missou- ri State University Bearcats (Maryville, Missouri) Saturday, Nov. 24. With Ferris junior quarterback Jayru Campbell riding the bench with a shoulder injury, the Bulldogs needed big plays from other positions on the field. Perhaps the biggest play for Ferris came with five seconds remaining on the clock. Bearcat redshirt freshman quarterback Braden Wright dropped back, in desperate need of points with his team down six, but instead of finding an open receiver, Wright hit the turf and so did the foot- ball. Ferris sophomore defensive tackle Austin Simpson fought his way through blocks and charged towards Wright, coming up with a sack and knocking the ball loose. Ferris junior defen- sive end Austin Edwards fell on the ball as the clock hit all zeroes. This wasn’t the first time Simpson met Wright in the backfield as he recorded two tackles on the day, both of them sacks. Edwards also had a habit of wrecking the Bearcat offense, charging through the line for 1.5 sacks and eight tackles. The victory keeps the Bulldogs in hot pursuit of a NCAA Division II National Championship and improves their record to 13-0. Ferris will be on the road against Ouachita Baptist University 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, in Ark- adelphia, Arkansas.

Austin Simpson and Austin Edwards Photo courtesy of Kevin McDermott Photo courtesy of Kevin McDermott Sports Shorts Michael Reedy Making the jump Torch Reporter Should Ferris Athletics be elevated to Division I? Bulldogs running to National Title For the first time in school history, two Ferris cross country runners have been selected to repre- Bulldog athletes have been playing at a high lev- sent the Bulldogs in the NCAA DII National Champi- el for a long time now, but over the past year the onship race in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. university has seen success unlike anything they’ve Ferris junior Katie Etelamaki and senior Damien experience before. From an NCAA Division II Men’s Noah Poser Torch Reporter Halverson have the chance to be part of school Basketball National Championship to an undefeated history as they will both make the trip to Pennsyl- regular 2018 season for the football team, success vania Saturday, Dec. 1. is becoming a tradition for many programs. Katie Both runners earned Great Lakes Intercollegiate So, with all the success, why are the Bulldogs past four seasons Ferris is a measly 4-12-1 against Etekamaki Athletic Conference (GLIAC) honors Nov. 3 in an still a Division II school? A better question might be: WMU, MSU and the University of Michigan. event in Grand Rapids. Both runners also finished If moved to Division I, would Ferris experience the Then there’s the case of the Ferris men’s bas- as all-region honorees during the NCAA DII Mid- same amount of success? ketball team. Hot off a 2017-18 Division II National west Regional Championships at Hillsdale College. The simple answer: No. Championship, the Bulldogs got the chance to take Etelamaki earned her National Championship “We shouldn’t be a Division I team,” Ferris foot- on legendary Division I powerhouse Duke University bid as she automatically qualified placing sixth in ball senior tight end Matt Capasso said. “We haven’t (Durham, North Carolina). The Bulldogs received an the women’s 6K race. Halverson was chosen at- even won a National Champion- old-fashioned beat down, falling by a score of 132- large after he finished seventh overall in the men’s ship at the Division II level. With 48. 10K race. that said, I believe we could com- The talent gap between Division I and Division The men’s race begins at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. pete with some MAC schools.” Damien II is fairly large for the most part, as the Bulldogs 1, with the women’s race following at 12:15 p.m. Mid-American Conference Halverson don’t have a player like Duke freshman forward Zion (MAC) universities are Division Williamson. However, players capable of playing at New Faces I schools that don’t receive as a higher level often find themselves playing at Divi- Ferris has appointed Madison Heilman as the new Athletic Camp much national attention. The MAC sion II. Coordinator after previous coordinator Mike Przydzial moves to coor- includes schools such as Cen- Matt “Our coach does a good job dinator of event operations and special projects. tral Michigan University (CMU) Capasso recruiting athletic and talented Heilman will manage all 17 Ferris sports camps that happen and Western Michigan University players that possibly could have throughout the year, but mostly in the summer. On top of her posi- (WMU). Moving Ferris to these ranks would make played for a Division I mid-major tion, Heilman will also work with Ferris’ management staff and game sense, but then comes the problem of playing highly program,” Ferris men’s basketball operations. regarded Division I talent. junior wing Greg Williams said. Heilman is a graduate from Central Michigan University (CMU), The Bulldogs don’t have a very strong resume “So maybe in the future, if the where she earned her Bachelor of Applied Arts degree and her Mas- when it comes to competing against Division I pow- tradition of winning is sustained ter of Arts in Sports Administration. Heilman was also a CMU Ath- erhouses. Take for example the Ferris hockey team, Greg Williams and that reputation of having real- letics Intern where she helped with game management and event the only Division I squad for the Bulldogs. Each ly talented players continue, then operations, preparing her well for her new position. year, the Bulldogs take on universities like WMU and Michigan State University (MSU), but over the D - I| see page 11 Sports 11 Ferris State Torch Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 D - I beat some lower tier Division I universities. Continued from page 10 “The Division II level is best for that could translate into moving our program due to our size and to the Division I level sometime our school’s down the road.” resources,” Gone but not Success looks to be part of Ferris senior the Bulldogs’ future for a long cross country time to come. After a Fall sea- and track run- son saw three teams makes the ner Zach Mck- NCAA playoffs in women’s soc- enzie said. cer, volleyball and football, only “One of the time will tell if Ferris has what it great things forgotten takes to make the jump to Divi- Zach about running sion I. Mckenzie cross coun- Without National Champion- try and track ships, it’s hard to make a case at the Division II level is we still for the Bulldogs, even if it is plau- have the opportunity to compete sible to imagine that they could against Division I teams on a reg- ular basis at many meets.”

THIS WEEKEND’S SPORTS FOR FERRIS Thursday, Nov. 29: • Women’s Basketball at Wayne State 5:30 p.m. • Men’s Basketball at Wayne State 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 30: • Hockey at Alaska 11:07 p.m.

Photo by: Sam Cavotta | Torch Photographer Ferris junior defender Tia VanSuilichem inbounds the ball. The women’s soccer team wrapped up a historic season with a Saturday, Dec. 1: loss to GVSU in the NCAA playoffs. • Men’s and Women’s Cross Country at NCAA D2 While the loss stings for Bulldog players, coaches National Champions (Slippery Rock, Pennsylva- Record-breaking season and fans, it doesn’t diminish what the program ac- nia) comes to an end for Ferris complished this season. • Football at Ouachita Baptist 1 p.m. Under Ferris head coach Andy McCaslin, the Bull- • Women’s Basketball at Ashland 1 p.m. women’s soccer dogs finished the season with a 17-4-3 record and • Men’s Basketball at Ashland 3 p.m. a 9-2 road record, the best marks in the program’s • Hockey at Alaska 11:07 p.m. 20-year history. Ferris also reached the NCAA Division II Tournament for the first time in school history and Danny Collins knocked off two straight wins in the Torch Reporter first two rounds of the tournament before falling to GVSU. The Ferris women’s soccer team’s historic cam- The team finished second in the paign came to an end at the hand of rival Grand Valley final Great Lakes Intercollegiate State University (GVSU), as the Bulldogs dropped a ’ Athletic Conference (GLIAC) stand- Can t COME 2-1 match. ings, which is the highest ranking in The Bulldogs met the Lakers for the third time this the 20-year history of the program. season Nov. 16 in the NCAA Division II Sweet Sixteen, The Bulldogs were also nationally but this time it was for all the marbles. to a Ferris Bri ranked for the first time in the pro- The squad jumped out to an early 1-0 lead at 1:04 in Rogers gram’s history. The squad got all the first half when Ferris junior defender Tia VanSuili- the way up to No. 13 nationally in chem ripped a shot past the GVSU goaltender. The as- the 2018 United Coaches Poll. SPortING event? sist came from Ferris freshman Pia Nagel and the goal “I think we definitely changed the standard to which marked the sixth of the year and third of the NCAA we hold ourselves to in the future. Even though we had Tournament for VanSuilichem. the most successful year in program history this year, The Lakers soon answered to now we’re focused on exceeding those standards from tie the contest at 1-1 in the first now on,” Ferris sophomore forward Bri Rogers said. half when GVSU freshman forward Ferris also was able to break several records this Timia Robinson netted one in past year such as highest winning percentage of .778, few- Ferris junior goaltender Alison est losses with four, most goals scored with 50 and Chesterfield. the most shutouts recorded with nine. The scoreboard didn’t show it, “This group has really propelled us into the next but GVSU dominated the game, Morgan stage of Ferris soccer. We’ve got alums and recruits Irwin placing 34 shots on goal and find- who are so excited about what this team has been ing the net at 69:48 off the foot of able to accomplish and wanting to be a part of what WE’VE GOT YOU Laker freshman midfielder Chelsea Graves to end the we’re doing,” McCaslin said. “When we recruit we talk match with a 2-1 victory. about doing things that have never been done before “As we walked off the field, I was so proud of my and this group accomplished so much this season. team. We were the first team to score first on them COVERED And they’re such great people and representatives of and we did that in two different games. We put up a what Ferris Athletics is all about. We’re all really proud fight and didn’t let them have it easy,” Ferris junior of them.” Follow us on twitter @fsutorch forward Morgan Irwin said. “I couldn’t be prouder, es- The Bulldogs will return 31 players next season as pecially for the seniors for putting four years into the for live updates on the game! the team looks to continue building on a historic cam- program. We made a historical run and now we can’t paign. wait to get back after it.” 12 Sports Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 Ferris State Torch Ferris cheer team Loud and proud heading in new direction Mollie Hamelund the team without fully competing. Torch Reporter Along with sideline cheer, Reiter will head the stunt team, which was Ferris athletes have given fans started just a year ago and is on the plenty to cheer for over the past year, more competitive side of cheer. Stunt but the Bulldogs’ main source of involves performing often complex cheering is currently finding their way routines against other universities through a tough transition. and differs from the sideline aspect The Ferris cheer team has been a of cheer immensely. familiar presence at Bulldog football Reiter and the cheer team have and basketball games for several also begun recruiting new members, years, but the club was left in sham- even if they have little to no history in bles after their coach departed fol- cheerleading. Ferris digital animation lowing the 2017-18 season. and game design junior Cory Tyrell With Ferris experiencing so much came to the squad a year and a half success, the team needed to find ago with no prior experience in the new leadership in order to continue realm of cheer. making appearances at games. Fer- “I decided to do cheerleading be- ris nursing senior cause of the idea that I’d be able to Bailey Reiter, a vet- get myself back in shape and tumble eran on the team, like I use to do when I was younger,” knew someone had Tyrrell said. “I love tumbling and there to lead the squad, were never any opportunities to prac- so she grabbed the tice when I got older.” reins. Not many men decided to join the “I was frustrated cheer team, a big factor Tyrell noted Bailey and decided the only for not joining his high school’s team. Reiter way that I’m going to But once he arrived at Ferris, he was be able to change persuaded to try out by a close friend this is if I apply for this position,” Re- on the team and he hasn’t regretted iter said. “Some of the returning girls it since. and men I have definitely seen step “I never did cheerleading before,” up and take on and help with the Tyrrell said. “After being on the team leadership roles, even if it’s just en- though, I can say that everyone is in- couragement or being friendly.” viting, and more guys are a welcom- Reiter is set to graduate with her ing sight.” undergrad in December 2018, so she With football season nearing a fina- won’t be able to compete with the le, the cheer team will gear up to take Bulldogs for the entirety of the year. the sidelines for the Ferris men’s and Photo by: Sam Cavotta | Torch Photographer Coaching allows Reiter to be part of women’s basketball games. The Ferris cheer team pumps up the crowd. The club is undergoing a transition with a new head coach. FERRIS FANTASY FOOTBALL

The running backs dominated for Team Torch, handing us ley a little too much. a 175-89 victory over the Ferris football team in this week’s K – Mason Crosby – Green Bay Packers: Crosby has had fantasy match up. Brendan Samuels some struggles this season, but I’m sure he’ll hit plenty of The Bulldogs held off a late comeback attempt in the Sports Editor point after attempts in a rout of the Arizona Cardinals this NCAA Division II Super Region Three Semifinal from North- week. west Missouri State University (Maryville, Missouri), coming FLEX – Stefon Diggs – Minnesota Vikings: Speed kills and out with a 27-21 victory. Diggs has plenty to spare. Newton to find big No. 88. Ferris junior quarterback Jayru Campbell was sidelined D/ST – Chicago Bears: I like the Bears’ chances of domi- with a shoulder injury he sustained a week ago, a big reason nating a New York Giants team that relies on Saquon Bark- the Bulldogs were unable to compete in fantasy numbers. Ferris junior quarterback Travis Russell took over for Camp- bell, but only managed to put one touchdown on the board, leading to a low score at that position. Team Torch Box Score FERRIS STATE Box Score Ferris sophomore running back Marvin Campbell and red- shirt freshman Evan Cummins both punched in touchdowns Position Player Points Position Player Points on the ground to give the Bulldogs a bit of a boost, but with five positions failing to break double digits in fantasy points, QB Aaron Rodgers 11 QB Travis Russell 17 Ferris didn’t stand a chance. The defense for the Bulldogs had possibly their best game of the season, constantly disrupting the Bearcats’ RB 1 Ezekiel Elliott 25 RB 1 Marvin Campbell 14 offense to the tune of four sacks, one interception and a forced fumble. The loss for Ferris puts them behind Team Torch by three RB 2 Saquon Barkley 33 RB 2 Evan Cummins 7 games, as the record currently stands at 7-4 in favor of Team Torch. The Bulldogs venture to Arkadelphia, Arkansas for a Re- WR1 Antonio Brown 15 WR1 Sy Barnett 12 gional Championship showdown with Ouachita Baptist Uni- versity 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 1. Here are my picks for next week: WR2 Larry Fitzgerald 11 WR2 Keyondre Craig 12 QB – Andrew Luck – Indianapolis Colts: I haven’t picked Luck yet this year, but he’s been playing solid football in his return from injury. TE Jordan Reed 13 TE Davontae Harrington 5 RB1 – Nick Chubb – Cleveland Browns: Chubb has come on late after the Browns traded his running partner in Carlos Hyde. D/ST Los Angeles Chargers 10 D/ST Ferris State 8 RB2 – Todd Gurley – Los Angeles Rams: The Rams play the Detroit Lions. Can you say slaughter? WR1 – Julio Jones – Atlanta Falcons: Jones is the best re- K Justin Tucker 11 K Jackson Dieterle 9 ceiver in the league in terms of athletic ability. Let’s see him use that big frame to pull down some 50/50 balls. WR2 – Michael Thomas – New Orleans Saints: Thomas FLEX Christian McCaffrey 46 FLEX Dion Earls 5 has been on fire in sophomore campaign. TE - Greg Olsen – Carolina Panthers: Olsen is an old Total: 175 Total: 89 reliable target for Cam Newton. When in doubt, look for Lifestyles 13 Ferris State Torch Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018

“You have these voices in your head where it says you aren’t good enough, you LIFESTYLES can’t do it, like you’re not going to win.” - Stephanie Udell - See below for story Alicia Jaimes | Lifestyles Editor | [email protected] Let there be Behind the story literature Eggs. A poem by Madison Keliin

“Standing at the corner of the kitchen at my aunt’s Easter afternoon I come to revelation. The same five women frantically scurry from cupboard to sink just as my heartstrings do. Frail and fragile these closed mouthed women bend elbows and knees young to elderly women sick with hands filled with vibration. A sensation grand within my soul is held back by a soft-spoken mouth lined with the color of desperation. To be heard to be noticed to be praised to not bring the wrong kind of attention to myself, I think to myself.. This vi- brato in my grandmother’s fingertips I notice must be result from decades of internalizing her clenched fists. Maybe not. She may need no liga- tion, but her prostration leaves me weak. Weaker I melt when I see awkward impatient faces sit- ting front row refusing to lift a single finger nor bat an eyelash except for me. We can all clearly see, yet all that is offered is grotesque sympathy. I pull my mother aside asking why. Why do the same five women clean up and cater every family occasion? Her grin speaks for her. Now you know what it’s truly like to be a woman in this world she says. How come no one says anything? Go ahead and try! I stand in my own way and I know it’s my own fault. My excuses paper thin. But I-I have no authority I don’t want to be rude to them. Usually I say whatever is on my mind but for now I remain angered and tongue-tied. The fact that her wisdom is shrewd kills me inside. I just wish that she was wrong and that I had the courage to speak up, but the only words I can muster is ‘Can I help?’ and grab myself a dish. Now there are six.”

- “Eggs.” as written by Madison Keliin

Photo by: Will Holden | Torch Photographer Find the rest of Keliin’s work here: https://nosidamwrites.weebly.com Ferris English junior Stephanie Udell was one of four Prism creative writing winners to read her short fiction piece “An Apple a Day.”

Briana Hammontree also won honorable mention for her poem “Eggs.”, a fem- Weight,” a short fiction tale about a girl who is in love with Torch Reporter inism piece which was the first poem she ever wrote and the constellation Orion and reflecting on this infatuation based upon a personal experience. while sitting beside her boyfriend. The lights were low and the audience small as Ferris ad- “The thing is, sometimes I think I get too personal with “The hardest part about entering the Prism would have vertising junior Madison Keliin was the first of four Prism my writing sometimes. And I think sometimes I should pull to be gathering up the courage to submit something. The winners to read her own work. back, but then I remind myself that this is where you’re sup- writing can be hard, sure, but it can be Prism is an annual student writing and art competition posed to be personable and where you’re supposed to ex- even harder to put yourself out there. You that is held by Ferris and sponsored by the Department of press yourself and push boundaries,” Keliin said. just have to remember that the worst they English, Literature and World Languages. Prism 2018 win- While Keliin fought off the fear of being too personal, Fer- can say is no, and no one will be any the ners were able to read some of their work at FLITE Tuesday ris English junior Stephanie Udell fought the fear of losing. wiser,” Baarlaer said. Nov. 13. “The experience was nerve-wracking. You have these voic- Writing categories for the Prism contest A first-time contestant, Keliin began with her Prism poem es in your head where it says that you aren’t good enough, include: freshman/sophomore essay, that won first place, “Fifty Shades of Grey you can’t do it, like you’re not going to win,” Udell said. freshman/sophomore research paper, ju- Matter,” which was about a previous rela- After battling the self-doubt, Udell, another first-time con- Mikayla nior/senior essay, junior/senior research tionship and the attraction to an individ- testant, was a short fiction winner after submitting her piece Baarlaer paper, technical writing/professional writ- ual’s mind. “An Apple a Day.” In this piece, Udell reflected on mental ing/script writing, poetry and short fiction. “Poetry, to me, is one of the most cre- health and the stigma it holds within eating disorders, want- Art categories for the contest include: pen and ink, oil, wa- ative and challenging forms of writing ing to explore this topic because of its criticism in society as tercolor and acrylic. there is. It makes me choose my words a taboo topic. According to the contest rules/guidelines and the terms with more care, and lets me express my Ferris history senior Mikayla Baarlaer’s preferred writing and conditions, students who are interested can submit Madison thoughts in a way that I can visualize,” approach is writing shorter when it comes to flash fiction or their Prism work through https://prismcontest.submittable. Keliin Keliin said. poetry, saying she likes the quick impact the story provides. com/submit, before the March 25, 2019 deadline. As well as winning first place, Keliin Baarlaer earned honorable mention for her work, “Paper 1314 Lifestyles Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 Ferris State Torch No pain, no grain, no gain Fun Ferris fitness

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Student Advice Column

On a break Fighting mind-numbing default mode

Alicia Jaimes Lifestyles Editor

Hello all. Now that turkey day is over and we all feel a lit- tle bit slower than usual, it’s time to kick things into high-gear and drag our stuffing-stuffed selves to the finish line. Farewell Fall In my four and a half years at Ferris, this is about the time I start to notice an unfortunate pattern. Pro- Before snow came to Big Rapids, fessors assign their final projects, you pick up some students celebrated the multicolored extra shifts before winter break, you make promises to friends you “just can’t break” and voila — you’re leaves of fall by doing crafts with over-extended and stressed. CLACS Thursday, Nov. 15 in the Univer- Now your free time seems limited and, of course, you’ve managed to have every sort of writer’s, home- sity Center work and brain block that’s imaginable and it’s Photo by: Taylor Davis | Torch Photographer crunch time. Sound like you? Well, I have a solution for you: take a break. No, seriously. Take a break. According to Psychoogy Today, “Breaks increase productivity and creativity. Working for long stretches without breaks leads to stress and exhaustion.” Be sure to bookmark this to use next time you’re home for the weekend and your parents are asking you why you aren’t studying. If you’re one of those people who find themselves staring at their computer screen just waiting for your B-e-a-womanbusiness administration senior and YBBW assistant to genius to find you, take a break. Stretch. Get your the president and vice president Aalona Jackson said. blood moving again. One and the same As well as an organization that considers its mem- I’m not saying take an hour-long break for “just one bers more like sisters, YBBW strongly believes in vol- episode of (insert ‘the best TV show ever’ here)” be- unteering and hosts events frequently throughout the cause we both know that “one episode” really means semester, including this year with a twist. 10 and if you’re over-extended, there’s no way you Alicia Jaimes “We host social events, and this can fit 10 episodes into your to-do list of responsibili- Lifestyles Editor semester we implemented like, more ties. Save the binge for the winter break. so educational events, like bringing Instead of an hour of rest, Oxford Learning sug- Since her freshman year, Ferris political science ju- awareness to certain topics,” Ferris gests a 10 to 15 minute break while inc.com sug- nior Charnice LaGrone has felt connected to You Beau- mortuary science senior and YBBW gests implementing a break every 90 minutes. Before tiful Black Woman (YBBW). member Larrionna Umphryes said. you cringe at the thought of a solid 90-minute study Drawn to YBBW by the empowering name and wel- As part of their new speaker series session, the site did say that taking a break every 50 coming members, LaGrone has grown from general “Kickin’ it with the Queens,” YBBW minutes is also a good option when studying or doing member to community service chair, saying the regis- members are hosting a conversation homework. tered student organization (RSO) has helped her tran- Larrionna on self-care from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. During your break, remember, 10 to 15 minutes Umphryes sition from high school to college over her three years Wednesday, Nov. 28, in the Universi- isn’t super long, but it will give you enough time to at Ferris. ty Center Founders’ Room. This event stand up, stretch your arms up to the ceiling, reach “Our mission is to unify all women, will address the importance of self-hygiene and how to down and touch your toes and maybe take a walk not just black women,” LaGrone said. manage it in a financially-friendly way. around your kitchen. Just enough time to remind your “We focus on promoting community Believing in the importance of networking, many body not to go into mind-numbing default mode. This, outreach and helping others in our YBBW events are collaborated with organizations like along with some deep breaths, should help wake you community and reaching out to those Office of Multicultural Student Services (OMSS), Center up and keep you more alert as you sit back down to on campus to make them feel com- for Leadership, Activities and Career Services (CLACS). finish your homework. fortable and welcome.” Ferris OMSS pre-college programs coordinator and So, go ahead, try it next time you’re home and let Charnice Along with making the community YBBW Adviser Danyelle Gregory is proud of how far me know what you think. If your mom sees you and LaGrone feel welcome, YBBW members feel this RSO has come since first becoming their adviser nags about not preparing for your finals, give her the just as welcome since joining this in 2015. quote and remember: you didn’t hear it from me. RSO and consider it a very friendly and supportive or- “It has been a pleasure to get to know the girls and ganization. help them navigate all the different aspects that encom- “Even though we have a business aspect and we pass being a college student. I have enjoyed watching work and it’s a lot of hard work because we are a small Need advice? Send your questions to [email protected] organization that put on a lot of events, but we also to be anonymously featured in the last edition of every month. have fun, and we go out, we’re normal people,” Ferris YBBW | see page 16 v 1516 Lifestyles Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018Week of Nov. 28 - Dec. 4, 2018 Ferris State Torch

Photo by: Alicia Jaimes | Lifestyles Editor You Beautiful Black Woman is a student organization that welcomes any woman who is interested in networking and building friendships. YBBW for new potential recruits. Though any student is wel- come to join, be prepared to get out of your comfort Continued from page 15 zone, network and find a group of sisters. them grow and mature into amazing young women,” “It’s about bringing unity to campus in a way that Upcoming YBBW events Gregory said. “I have had the opportunity to build a shows that we support each other, that we want relationship with each one of the girls. They are like what’s best for each other and to help each other Kickin’ it with the Queens: A conversa- A Cool Salute to Our Troops: Join YBBW out on a level that is not common, whether it be aca- my own daughters.” tion on self-care and CLACS in making holiday cards for Referred to by many members as “Mom J,” Gregory demically, socially,” Ferris criminal justice junior and is honored to be their adviser. YBBW public relations Lexie Thomas said. “It’s just for Date: Wednesday, Nov. 28 veterans “These young women are full of potential and I be- you to feel welcome, for you to understand that there Time: 7 - 9 p.m. Date: Thursday, Nov. 29 are people just like you. Their story might be a little bit lieve they will go on to do amazing things and con- L o c a t i o n : U n i v e r s i t y C e n t e r Time: 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. tinue to embody what YBBW stands for: ‘Queens by different but we’re all one in the same.” Founders’ Room Nature,’” Gregory said. Students can visit the YBBW page on orgsync or Location: CLACS Lobby To join YBBW, students can contact any members. email them at [email protected]. University Center From here, they will be included in an email this spring

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