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Emergency plan in place for active shooter Storage available for students’ firearms by Jesse Plichta-Kellar | News Staff | @JesseKellar

LUPD sign outside of Longwood University Police Department underneath the Dorrill Dining Hall. MELANIE VASQUEZ | THE ROTUNDA

ith no history of an active shooter Regarding self-defense for students, Pierson with the campus police. Students who check at Longwood University, Vice noted that a variety of items are prohibited in in firearms with the LUPD must follow WPresident of Student Affairs Dr. accordance with state approved regulations. procedure and most are hunters. There are Tim Pierson said in the case there is an active “There’s a definition of what a weapon is, currently two firearms checked by students shooter emergency plan as it “is a requirement weapon including but not limited to firearms, and more, around 15 to 20 are typically by the state”. tasers, explosives, fireworks, air guns, paint checked in with the LUPD during hunting “We have individuals walking through the guns, slingshots, knives except non-spring season. campus sometimes guns or things like and pocket knives, martial art weapons, military “There are several students who are into that has taken place and they’ve been picked memorabilia and bow and arrows,” said sports shooting and so forth,” Beach said. up for that…but not an active shooter one,” Pierson. “They bring their firearms in as per the policy Pierson said. All of those items are banned from student and keep them here while they’re on campus According to Pierson, Longwood University possession, though firearms may be checked and check them out to go do their sport.” Police Department (LUPD) conducts active with LUPD. “The campus police storage of student shooter drills for different faculty and staff According to Beach, faculty and staff are not firearms and check in procedure,” Pierson offices. permitted to have firearms on campus either. said. “Individuals checking in weapons shall “In the last ten years, twice a year, we “If you’re an employee of the university or not enter the police department unescorted. practiced active shooter response not only student of the university you can’t possess a Individuals checking weapons shall come to with our staff but with the staff of all of our firearm on campus,” said Beach. the lobby without their firearm or weapon and colleagues in the region and we’ll continue Visitors passing through the campus advise the dispatcher that they have a weapon to do that,” said LUPD Chief Col. Robert may posses weapons outside of events and to check in.” Beach said in regards to staff training. buildings, according to Beach. The students will then be walked from their Beach said that awareness programs are “If you are a Virginia resident, or a citizen car with an escort and with the firearm in a offered for students as well. of Virginia, because we’re an open carry state, locked box, according to Pierson. “We have what we call the code red program, either through open carry or a concealed According to Pierson, students checking that we put on multiple times during the you could come on campus and carry your in firearms are not subject to additional semester, to talk about student response to firearm,” Beach said. “You just could not enter background checks. They must present whenever the alerts go off for any number of any of our facilities…or attend any of our paperwork to accompany their firearm but issues,” said Beach. events while possessing a firearm.” the school does not conduct additional In the event of an active shooter, Longwood Pierson said that students are permitted to background checks. Professors and visitors University will send out an e2Campus Alert, carry self-defense items outside that definition may not carry open firearms on campus. according to Pierson. of weapons and are encouraged to practice Pierson urged students to stay vigilant about “The e2Campus will do an immediate alert basic safety practices like staying in groups campus safety. and there are simple instructions on what to and keeping in well-lit areas. “There’s a difference when someone do,” Pierson said. “In the event there was an “In terms of things you can carry…Bear looks suspicious or when someone looks active shooter you would also hear the sirens spray or pepper spray, things that will alert frightening,” Pierson said. “If you see go off on campus. There would be an audible those around you,” Pierson said. something say something.” message for people to take cover and stay in According to Pierson, students can own place.” firearms, but the weapons must be checked in APRIL 16, 2018 03 > NEWS

EDITORIAL BOARD 2018 Landings robbery chriStiNE riNdflEiSch editor-in-chief suspect in custody EriN EatoN managing editor Video led police to suspect jEff halliday, mikE mErgEN aNd katiE WiNdlEmEESE by Rediet Fissiha | News Staff | @Rediet_17 faculty advisers NEWS SOCIAL MEDIA JESSE PLICHTA-KELLAR MIRANDA FARLEY staff editor REDIET FISSIHA staff ROTUNDA STUDIOS NICOLE DEL ROSARIO BUSINESS executive producer DAVID GILLIAM ALAINA JACQUES business manager staff LUKE RICHARDSON ELLIE STUCK staff staff TJ WENGERT A&E staff MELANIE VASQUEZ | THE ROTUNDA JACOB DILANDRO AUTUMN HIGH Longwood Landings Apartments located on South Main St. assistant editor staff ongwood University Police faces charges of armed robbery and TAIYA JARRETT ADDIE CLARK Department (LUPD) use of a firearm in the commission staff staff Lhas identified Javonteof a felony. He still waits for an TABITHA CALVIN LAYOUT staff Elijah Juan Williams, 23, as the arraignment and trial. LAURA GOTTSCHALK SARAH DICKINSON suspect from an armed robbery on “There are still key elements assistant editor staff Saturday, April 7 at 2:47 p.m. at the under investigation,” said Beach. MASON VEST LEDANIEL JACKSON Longwood Landings. The victim LUPD is still investigating how staff and suspect knew each other and the suspect was able to enter the staff wasn’t random, according to Vice building but they believe that he OPINIONS PHOTO TAYLOR O’BERRY President of Student Affairs Dr. could’ve tailgated in, meaning that RACHAEL POOLE editor Tim Pierson. someone let him in, according to editor LUPD Chief Col. Bob Beach Beach. EVA WITTKOSKI said that a young man, who is a At 3:22 p.m. on Saturday, April SPORTS assistant editor Longwood student, was having 7, a campus wide warning was PATRICK SANDERSON CARRIE BAILEY a conversation with Williams, a sent out via e2Campus with a editor staff MIRANDA GOMEZ Farmville resident, in the victim’s description of the suspect stating editor-in-chief pro-tempore room. Williams robbed the student “he was last seen running away KURT MARTIN staff MELANIE VASQUEZ and ran out of the room. from campus”. staff staff “An altercation happened over “If an event triggers an emergency COPY JACOB PUTERKO some money that was owed and or an alarm, a warning is sent out SARA HOLDSWORTH staff the suspect pulls out a revolver by e2Campus to all students and editor pistol,” said Beach. “No shots were faculty. LUPD are called and HAYLEY KASSERAIE EVENTS fired and no one was hurt during respond immediately where they staff CHRISTEN WALLACE this incident”. conduct an assessment if there is an coordinator Having joint jurisdiction in immediate danger,” said Pierson. Farmville, Farmville Police In the incident that happened coNtact iNformatioN Department (FPD) and LUPD on Saturday, “the suspect had run [email protected] were able to obtain footage of the away from campus, so it was not www.therotundaonline.com suspect running in the hallways considered an ongoing threat to and into the street of Midtown, campus.” said Pierson. which helped identified the “If the suspect had run towards suspect. campus, (then) there would be The victim called 911 and a lockdown, resulting another INTERESTED IN reported the incident, the FDP e2Campus message being sent informed LUPD of the call and out,” said Pierson. sent officers to the scene. With the Pierson recommended that if you THE ROTUNDA? help of the victim, they were able see something, say something and to identify the suspect as Williams, don’t hesitate to call authorities, if according to Chief Beach. you suspect something. “The suspect is now under custody Continue to follow The Rotunda and is apprehended in Piedmont for more updates. JOIN US Regional Jail,” said Beach. MONDAYS @6:30 P.M. IN BEDFORD 106 According to Beach, Williams 04 > NEWS TheRotundaOnline.com

This week in SGA Add/drop resolution and Route 15 constitution approved by Rachael Poole | Opinions Editor | @rapoole17

CONTRIBUTED BY BRANDON CHEUNG

President-elect and Executive Senator for Committee Relations Joshua Darst fast-tracked the resolution. n this week’s Student Beach responded by saying he hasn’t Government Association (SGA) heard anything about razors on flyers, Imeeting, Senator Kiersten and that he wouldn’t let that happen Freedman presented an Add/Drop on campus. period resolution for SGA to vote on. According to Steele, a Student The resolution states students don't Engagement staff member tried to have enough time to gauge the weight intervene about the comment that of their semester. was made and tried to question where According to Freedman, University the information came from. of Mary Washington (UMW) has a Pannell said that one prospective three-week add/drop period, and they student, in particular, started crying also have a higher retention rate than after being told about the razor Longwood. Freedman is hoping to blades, making Pannell even more get the add/drop period at Longwood concerned about the way the issue was extended to 10 class days to better being handled. ensure student success. Senator Hyman also brought up President-elect and Executive the idea of creating a program where Senator for Committee Relations unused bonus dollars are given to Senator Kiersten Freedman presented an Add/Drop period extension to Joshua Darst moved to fast-track and some kind of charity so they do not 10 days from five. approve the resolution. SGA passed go to waste at the end of the year. the motion. During Historian Emily Moran’s During the open forum, Senator report, Route 15’s constitution Joseph Hyman brought up the was approved. Route 15 is a co- issue of students smoking in non- ed a cappella group with nearly 30 designated smoking areas. Hyman potential members. Co-chair Jack said that smoking affects a lot of Harmon said that co-chairs will be people with asthma and wanted male and female, and the group will more enforcement for students to use be the fourth acappella group on designated smoking areas. campus. Senator Haleigh Pannell discussed The second reading of the general concerns about a comment on the budget for the 18-19 year was read by white supremacy posters seen on Treasurer Dustyn Hall. In addition, campus made by one of the panelists constitution and by-laws were given on the prospective student panel and all three were voted on and during the Crash on Campus approved by the senate. program. The next SGA meeting will take Dean of Student Engagement place on Tuesday, April 17 at 3:50 Cheryl Steele said that a student on p.m. in the Martinelli Board Room the board made comments about located in the Maugans Alumni razor blades being on the back of Center. It will be the first meeting flyers. Longwood University Police with the new executive board. Senator Joseph Hyman wanted to see more enforcement with smoking Department (LUPD) Chief Col. Bob outside of the designated smoking areas. APRIL 16, 2018 05 > A&E

FACEBOOK USERS' SECURITY AT RISK Zuckerberg sat in front of Congress to defend its privacy

COURTESY OF VARIETY.COM After 87 million users experienced privacy leaks, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg sat in front of Congress on April 4 discussing Facebook's policies. by Taiya Jarrett | A&E Staff | @ohsoootay fter propelling the success of unaware that your privacy is being ambushed. firm, Cambridge Analytica, in efforts to Facebook from his Harvard To question, would this invasive approach be expand the brand. Yet, the political firm not AUniversity dorm residence 14 years shocking or relieving to know? Either way, only plummeted in market value but most ago, CEO Mark Zuckerberg made a lasting the right to privacy seems to be lacking. likely in patrons as well. impression on the seats of Congress this past Furthermore, back in 2013, Ex-Central As of April 4, Facebook reported, “the week. Intelligence Agency (CIA) employee Edward political consultancy Cambridge Analytica Standing up for the estimated $500 billion Snowden released classified information improperly gained access to the personal net worth company, Zuckerberg sat among the from the National Security Agency (NSA), information of up to 87 million users, 71 Senate Judiciary and Commerce committees detailing that the invasive agency collected million of whom are Americans.” to testify the sites improper handling of users' information from U.S. users through their Though dealing with scrutiny from his data, which in turn resulted in the invasion of phones and Internet. Deemed a hero or own platform and the Senate, during his privacy. whistleblower, Snowden confirmed majority Congressional testimony, Zuckerberg Think of it like this, imagine being in the of everyone’s preconceived notions about the somewhat took accountability for the actions midst of scrolling through your timeline, liking involvement of the U.S. government within done under his domain, “I started Facebook, posts, and ultimately becoming nonchalantly homes. I run it, and I’m responsible for what happens In reality, this here. We’re undergoing a broader philosophical approach should shift about how we view our role as a company. be nothing new to For the first 12 and 13 years, we were focused conclude, instead, on building tools. It’s not enough to just build it should stand as tools. We need to make sure that they’re used additional evidence for good.” to add to the pile However, this doesn’t completely dismiss his of growing distrust stance on privacy. In 2010 the Facebook CEO in the era of digital spoke on the topic with TechCrunch. “People technology. have really gotten comfortable not only Despite the act sharing more information — and different of free solicited kinds — but more openly with more people. content, it’s at And that social norm is just something that’s the expense of evolved over time. And we view it as our role what? Privacy. in the system to constantly be innovating and Nonetheless, updating what our system is, to reflect what the middle- the current social norms are.” aged company, As politicians continue to debate the Facebook, decided question of whether there’s right to privacy for COURTESY OF ABC NEWS to partner with users, Facebook and other websites withhold Zuckerberg told Congress he takes full responsibility for privacy leak. British political the answer. 06 > A&E TheRotundaOnline.com

Movie reviews by Jacob DiLandroTHE | A&E Assistant Editor | @spongejay1REEL LIFE

PHOTOS COURTESY OF FOX SEARCHLIGHT PICTURES, AMERICAN EMPIRICAL PICTURES, AND INDIAN PAINTBRUSH. ven those unfamiliar with Wes the film a unique style and depth that makes identity. He and Anderson creates some truly Anderson by name can probably everything seem more alive and larger. All remarkable sequences with the combination Erecognize his films based on his of it shot with Anderson’s typically gorgeous of the film’s visuals and music, and it would be visual style alone. Tight zooms on characters, style to deliver a film that invites audiences to difficult to ever think of one without the other. eccentric locations, focusing on minute let their eyes lose to run around in the sets. It’s They also utilize the song ‘I Won’t Hurt You” moments and specifically the static camera by far the most visually engaging film to hit by The West Coast Pop Art Experimental 360 turn. After last gracing screens in 2014 theatres since “Paddington 2.” Band multiple times with effective emotional with one of the best films of that year, ‘The Each has a lifelike fluidity that seems almost results. Grand Budapest Hotel,” Wes Anderson at odds with the handmade nature of the However, for someone familiar with returns to deliver audiences a bleakly beautiful medium, and it creates a wonderfully quirky Anderson’s previous works, and with his last film in “Isle of Dogs. world that sits right at home with Anderson’s animated film “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” these may Stylistic animated films are nothing new, best films. It cannot be overstated how fluid already be obvious facts. Things to expect from however given Anderson’s seemingly obsessive and incredibly lifelike these characters and Wes and his cast and crew. The thing that sets control over his shots, his animated films tend their movements are. Magical is the only word this apart from his past films is its theme. to be his most beautiful. Since he can examine that can describe them. It also features some While most of Wes’s films have been mainly every crevasse and every detail, his style tends clever uses of hand drawn animation that help comedic with elements of drama throughout, to come out the best in these films, and the to flesh out the world even more so, as do uses “Isle” is arguably his most serious film, and same is true for “Isle of Dogs.” of title cards and subtitles. one that examines a theme in multiple unique While it is his bleakest film in terms of color, Anderson’s version of Japan is beautiful, and ways. it also means that the lack of color and color while it’s clearly an American’s interpretation Love is at the core of this film, be it love contrast stands out all the better. The stark of the country, it’s clear that it’s also the between people, between pets, between a white of a landmass made entirely of paper interpretation of someone who loves it. Every country and its citizens, even diving into the contrasts excellently with the burnt rubble scene seems to embrace the lovable bizarreness negative effects of love on someone, and why of an explosion. Brightly colored eyes against of the culture wholeheartedly, either within some people just feel like they aren’t allowed black fur, the colorful the writing or the visuals. It’s not one-hundred to feel it. It’s a theme constantly discussed in version of future percent accurate, but it’s never disrespectful different ways, and it feels almost therapeutic Japan, and the and always comes from a point of love. in the film’s utilization of it. expansive vistas As usual, Wes gets the best out of his By the time characters begin discussing the all pop with every cast, which consists of both Japanese and emotions past effects on them, audiences have passing minute. American voice actors like Bryan Cranston, become connected, and it feels like witnessing It also manages Edward Norton, Yoko Ono, Koyu Rankin, a great friend come to terms with a deep to give Akira Takayama, Akira Ito, Great Gerwig, emotional pain. It’s a revolutionary feeling to and Tilda Swinton, to name just a few. witness, especially when it’s all coming from Although not all of his cast members are the mouths of tiny puppet dogs. used as thoroughly as other, it never feels “Isle of Dogs” may very well be Anderson’s intentional, more just the byproduct most emotionally mature film yet. It’s of making an ensemble film. examination of the subject of love and care Despite the wide cast though, extends throughout the entire film and even Bryan Cranston and Koyu Rankin into the production. Given that Anderson are the stars of the show. Both get is such a perfectionist, to see him create a the most amount of screen time, film addressing the deep-rooted feeling of yes, but their bond nevertheless love seems inspiring. Wonderful voice work feels honest and worked for. The combined with beautiful visual help to bring emotional journey they travel on this message fully and completely to life, together is never boring and always backed by great music and Wes’s signature imbued with an evolving respect witty dialogue. “Isle of Dogs” is a very good and love that ties back into the film’s boy indeed. biggest theme, but more on that later. Alexandre Desplat delivers a musical score right alongside his best works, 5/5 and it bleeds into the film’s very AAAAA APRIL 16, 2018 07 > A&E

You’re Crusty, Admit It! The snow melted, but you still have snowflakes on your face. by Tabitha Calvin | A&E Staff | @longwoodrotunda

Applying sunscreen will create a barrier between your skin and the suns rays. PHOTO COURTESY OF MEDICALNEWSTODAY.COM our face is dry and crusty! cells a day, and if they remain on the skin, it SUNSCREEN! Don’t be ashamed, most people’s can look dull and dry.” (Byrdie.com) Dry skin Get into the habit of applying sunscreen. Yskin is usually dry and flaky at this is the worst! You can tell your skin is dry if it Even if your melanin is popping, your skin time of year. It’s Spring (although Farmville feels tight and is flakey. still would appreciate a little protection from weather begs to differ), which means we have Exfoliating is the simple solution to combat those sunny rays. The more pale you are, the officially entered that awkward transitioning the dryness, unclog the pores and give your more frequently you should apply and the stage between the seasons. face a glow. No need to purchase expensive opposite goes for the darker the complexions. It’s time to change your wardrobe and skin exfoliate or name brand products, just look in Also it prevents cancer so why not add a care routine! It’s important to adjust care your kitchen cabinet. Making DIY exfoliates light layer every once in a while before the according to the weather in order to supply are quick, easy and inexpensive. They usually summer. “Sunscreen use can help prevent your skin with the appropriate care it needs. require two ingredients: a base and the “scrub”. skin cancer by protecting you from the sun’s The difference in seasonal temperature, A favorite is the brown sugar scrub, which is humidity and sun exposure can affect your just brown sugar and coconut oil. Remember delicate skin in various ways. not to go too crazy with face scrubs. Your When your skin becomes Exfoliate the flakes! skin is delicate so use a scrub only three or The Winter weather makes skin dry and four times a week. If your face is extremely dry, your body makes flaky. In order to get rid of those snowflakes, sensitive exfoliate once or twice a week at the more oil. The extra oil one must exfoliate to lift the dead skin. most. Dermatologist Mona Gohara Moisture is the key! can clog your pores, says, “We lose 50 The dry atmosphere from the past season has million s k i n constantly drained the moisture and natural which may lead to more oils from your skin. The American Academy breakouts. of Dermatology website states “When your skin becomes dry, your body makes more oil. The extra oil can clog your pores, which may harmful ultraviolet rays. Anyone can get skin lead to more breakouts. The right moisturizer cancer, regardless of age, gender or race. In can prevent your skin from becoming dry fact, it is estimated that one in five Americans and irritated.” (AAD.org) Once you find will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.” your holy grail moisturizer use it daily after (AAD.org) The earlier in the season you start you wash your face. If the skin is never dry to frequently applying sunscreen, the better off begin with, save yourself the hassle of dealing your skin will be in the blazing summer. with pimples. One less thing to worry about is Consistency, consistency, consistency! always ideal as a college student. Keep up with your simple skin care routine Following the facial exfoliate, apply a cream so your skin is always healthy and balanced to your face to rejuvenate and refresh it. A (not oily or dry). The more you supply your face personal favorite is Jergan’s lotion (with the with the attention it needs (and drink plenty original scent), but if you’re feeling more of water), your skin will become blemish free adventurous try another DIY! Mix honey and have a beautiful glow. A clear face is a and olive oil together to make a simple happy face, take care of it as you would the COURTESY OF THEKITCHENMCCABE.COM skin moisturizer (add an egg for additional rest of your body. Now show the world that Sugar scrubs can be DIY and usually formulated from moisture). beautiful face of yours! two ingredients, a base and a scrub. I scream, you scream, we all scream for 08 > OPINIONS TheRotundaOnline.com How masculinity relates to mass shootings Only three were perpetrated by women in its history

by Alexander Barker | Contributor | @longwoodrotunda

Signs outside of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, FL where 17 people were shot and killed on Feb. 14. COURTESY OF TAMPA BAY TIMES ollowing the deadly shooting in between how boys are socialized in American Ultimately, they may feel the need to retaliate Parkland, Florida on Feb. 14, America society and the actual expectations that are regardless of whether they blame themselves Fwas thrown into a heated debate on attached to manhood by the time they become or society and this can potentially explode the prevention of future mass shootings. This adults. into violence. debate is still raging, though its intensity has The days where men, or anyone for that Alternatively, men may feel this way without certainly waned over the last couple of weeks. matter, could easily provide for their family needing to be bullied or mistreated by others. I Over its tenure, there’s been a great number on a single income are long gone as well as the believe that the process of recognizing oneself of possible solutions to the problem. Some days where force and aggression were things as a victim has also spurred many men to join consider the extreme complexity of the issue. that were valued in individuals. groups such as those related to the alt-right. It may seem redundant for me to say it, but the Regardless of whether anyone sees this Many alt-right groups provide mostly men issue involves a wide variety of factors. change as a negative or positive thing, change with a space to express their aggressive views Though the debate has been a bit much at has occurred, and it is worth noting. and “fight back” against society, which they times, it’s good there’s been a discussion According to Mother Jones magazine, of believe has slighted them in some way. It’s all on some of these issues, such as the role of the 97 mass shootings that have killed three a matter of perception, which is all that things school resource officers, the accountability or more individuals from 1982 to 2018, only such as masculinity or femininity are. of law enforcement and the effectiveness of three have been perpetrated by women. Of If someone feels mistreated or inadequate, background checks. these 97, one is the infamous San Bernardino they may eventually go to extreme measures However, I am here to discuss an issue that I shooting, which was committed by a male and to correct this feeling. The alt-right is a good believe hasn’t been discussed enough. female couple. example of this because they use harsh rhetoric Over the last couple of decades, women have Essentially, 95 of the deadliest mass to advance its political views, regardless of had many opportunities to have conversations shootings in American shootings have been how unrealistic and impractical they might on the nature and role of femininity in perpetrated by males. Regardless of the be. American society. shooter’s motives, from this data we can see Aggressive behavior from some men in From the sexual revolution of the 1960s to that men are much more likely than women events such as mass shootings, which are the third wave of the feminist movement in to commit deadly mass shootings in America. overwhelmingly committed by men, should be America, women have been able to facilitate I believe the state of masculinity in America a catalyst for us to facilitate such conversation conversation on their role in society. They is at least partially responsible for that. When on the role of masculinity. are able to make moves towards liberating looking at Nikolas Cruz, the perpetrator of This problem is not the fault of any one themselves from the societal standards and the shooting in Parkland, some were quick individual. It is a societal problem we need to limitations that have been attached to their to look at Cruz’s mental health issue and his take the time to address. sex for all of American history. history of being bullied. Now, again, I am not saying masculinity Meanwhile, men have not had similar I believe that males in America are socialized is the primary thing motivating people to conversations, which has created a disconnect to believe that masculinity is at least partially commit mass shootings. I am arguing that it’s for many men who are taught certain things about being strong, authoritative and one of many potential factors, so it shouldn’t about their role in society. The actual standards respected. For individuals such as Cruz, who be ignored. they come to be judged by are different than may be bullied and badly treated, they may Ultimately, there needs to be a serious they were expecting. grow to believe that this mistreatment is their conversation about the role of masculinity in Some men who believe that strength and fault and that they need to be stronger and modern America. The role of men in society assertiveness are what makes them a man may stand up to it. has changed and values have not caught up feel strange in a world that does not necessarily On the other hand, they may begin to with these times. define masculinity in the same way that they consciously or subconsciously see themselves do. as victims of a society that is mistreating them Essentially, there may be a difference and that they need to retaliate. APRIL 16, 2018 09 > OPINIONS

POOLE: The history of white supremacy How white supremacy still exists in America

by Rachael Poole | Opinions Editor | @rapoole17

White supremacists rally around the Robert E Lee statue at UVA COURTESY OF TIME those kinds of views and ideologies. recorded by the Federal Bureau Investigation hite supremacy has a history White supremacy has foundations that go (FBI) in 2015. everywhere in the world, and back to at least 17th century scientific racism, It’s even shown itself on Longwood’s Wtoday is still thriving well enough the ideology that set up the relations in the campus, creating controversy and concerns to maintain status as a modern ideology. United States, Europe and South Africa. among students. On March 22 and 23, white Throughout the past year, it’s begun to In the US, white supremacy was a dominant nationalist posters were found in the Midtown gain momentum again in the United States view after the civil war and continued into the Landings and outside of Ruffner Hall. through rallies and other movements. mid-20th century, sparking the Civil Rights The posters advertised the group Patriot According to Merriam-Webster, a white Movement. Front whose mission is “a hard reset on the supremacist is “a person who believes that the Apartheid in South Africa, gender nation we see today – a return to the traditions white race is inherently superior to other races inequities, Jim Crow laws in the US and and virtues of our forefathers. The same spirit and that white people should have control the Atlantic slave trade are all historical that urged our ancestors onward to create this over people of other races”. and contemporary sociopolitical structures nation will once again be brought to light, and In August 2017, white supremacists or that have implemented the policies of white new America will be built within its current “nationalists” rallied at University of Virginia supremacy. dilapidated, shameful iteration,” according to in Charlottesville in protest of the removal The ideologies also transcend into Europe their website. of a confederate statue. In response, counter through the history of Nazi Germany and How can white supremacy still go on protestors also rallied against them causing Adolf Hitler’s fascination with an Aryan race today? By not being properly addressed – former-governor Terry McAuliffe to declared and to rid the world of Jewish people. when the Unite the Right rally happened a state of emergency. In 1948, Apartheid was introduced in in Charlottesville, President Trump never The “Unite the Right” rally was deemed South Africa after the general election. The outwardly addressed the white nationalist unlawful by the counter protestors and legislation of Apartheid split people up into group. Instead, he said there was good people clashes broke out between the two – a vehicle four groups: “on both sides.” even drove into a group of the White Since Trump’s second day in office, counter protestors, killing Black minorities, both ethnical and racial, have been one person and leaving Colored dismissed as well as Obama-era legislation dozens more injured. Indian on civil-rights. Even David Duke, a former The rally left The “colored” and “Indian” groups leader of the Ku Klux Klan, announced his America in shock and were divided into sub-classifications. In support for Trump which was a red flag for made national news 1970, the Afrikaner-run government many Americans. for days because it eradicated non-white representation White supremacy and the ideals behind it was one of the first in politics, consequently leading to have no place in our country or on our campus. times the country has black people losing citizenship. Since the Civil Rights movement, America seen a modern- Since President Donald Trump has progressed into becoming a more diverse day rally take was elected into office in 2016, country where people can be more themselves place in there’s been a rise of white than ever before. light supremacist activity going on in While there is still a lot of work this country o f the country. Since his election, needs to do, we need to stay on the right path the Southern Poverty Law – by letting white supremacy take the rein of Center (SPLC) documented this nation, we are only moving backward. an average of 87 hate Not forward.

COURTESY OF TIME incidents which is five Scene from the Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville on Aug. 12, 2017. times the national average 10 > SPORTS TheRotundaOnline.com WEEKLY ROUNDUP SOFTBALL

Tuesday, April 10 @ UNC L 0-3 Wednesday, April 11 @ UVA W 4-1 Friday, April 13 FIGHTING TO STAY ALIVE @ Presbyterian W 6-4 Saturday, April 14 by Kurt Martin | Sports Staff | @IamKurt14 @ Presbyterian W 7-2 CARRIE BAILEY | THE ROTUNDA @ Presbyterian W 13-0 The Longwood men’s baseball team joins each other on the field after their victory against Niagara 5-4. fter failing to qualify for the Big South winning more games than we are right now.” Friday, April 20 conference tournament a year ago, Head In Tuesday’s game at Virginia Military Institute, vs. Winthrop 5 p.m. ACoach Ryan Mau and his Longwood Miller went four-for-five with a grand slam to baseball team enter the final month of the regular propel the Lancers to an 11-9 victory, avenging season on the outside looking in for a chance to their loss to the Keydets on Apr. 3 earlier this BASEBALL play postseason baseball. season. Their slow start was deemed their achilles’ heel, Mau praised Miller’s efforts in keeping the Lancers according to Mau, as they dropped five of their postseason hopes alive, saying his individual and Tuesday, April 10 first seven games to begin the season. team play has come together recently. With 23 regular season games left on the “Especially being our captain and having high @ VMI W 11-9 schedule, the goal for the Lancers, according to expectations for him, (Miller) had a really slow Friday, April 13 Mau, is to reach the conference tournament, an start for us, and our team felt that, but he did a accomplishment they were not able to achieve last really good job of just understanding what his vs. UNC Asheville W 3-0 season. capabilities are. Now you’re seeing it start to come “It’s going to take every single one of us pulling out over these past three weeks,” Mau said. Saturday, April 14 the rope, and if someone falls due to an injury or The Lancers next chance to chase their goal vs. UNC Asheville W 15-12 whatever, the next guy picks it up and pulls it a will come this upcoming weekend against UNC little bit more,” said head coach Ryan Mau. “The Asheville in a three game series starting Friday, vs. UNC Asheville W 5-0 guys are starting to come around now, and I just April 13 at 6 p.m. at Buddy Bolding Stadium. hope it’s enough momentum and enough time Tuesday, April 17 left to make our run and make the conference vs. JMU 6 p.m. tournament.” So far this season, the Lancers have showed glimmers of success but have yet to break through, winning three of their last five games. MEN’S TENNIS “I think we’ve been just inconsistent. Our starting pitching has been really solid, and other times its disappeared on us. Sometimes Monday, April 16 offensively we have some things going, but inconsistent on who it is which makes it difficult vs. Liberty 11 a.m. to string innings together as far as the lineup is concerned,” Mau said. “At times it’s been solid WOMEN’S TENNIS pitching, at times it’s been putting up runs, but not being consistent enough in those two facets.” Senior center fielder Sammy Miller currently Thursday, April 12 leads the Lancers in batting average with a stellar .301 with more than half of the season over. vs. JMU L 0-7 Although batting average is important to him, Miller says there are more important aspects of Saturday, April 14 his game to focus on. vs. Gardener-Webb L 2-5 “It means something to me, but not too much,” Miller said. “Being the leadoff hitter, it’s my job Jawan McAllister lays down a perfect bunt during the Wednesday, April 18 to get on base and do that kind of thing, so it home game versus Niagara on February 24. means a lot. But overall, we would like to end up vs. Gardener-Webb 3 p.m. APRIL 16, 2018 11 > SPORTS

REBECCA TILLETT TO BE NEW WBB HEAD COACH

VA. NATIVE BECOMES EIGHTH HEAD COACH IN PROGRAM HISTORY by Patrick Sanderson | Sports Editor | @psanderson20

COURTESY OF LONGWOOD ATHLETICS ongwood women’s basketball has level in 2013 as the assistant coach of Indiana of 81-47 while in Annapolis. She also led officially named Rebecca Tillett as their University at Pennsylvania. them to an appearance in the Patriot League Lnext head coach, Director of Athletics She spent just one season at IUP before being Championship game, as well as the Women’s Troy Austin announced in a press release on named as the assistant coach for Navy in 2013, National Invitational Tournament (WNIT). April 12. then was promoted to recruiting coordinator in “Our family feels incredibly fortunate to join “We’re ecstatic to announce Rebecca Tillett as 2016-17, and worked her way to being named Longwood Athletics, the university, and the head coach of our women’s basketball program,” associate head coach in 2017-18. Farmville community,” Tillett said in the press Austin said in the press release. “She has According to the April 12 press release, Navy release. “To embark on the journey a team takes grown up immersed in the profession in nearly women’s basketball head coach Stefanie Pemper each season in my home state of Virginia is quite every aspect of her life, so it’s no surprise she spoke highly of Tillett, attributing her work literally a dream come true. Our staff will look has sustained success at every step of her own ethic and her strong knowledge of basketball. to build relationships with our current players coaching career.” “Rebecca will be terrific at Longwood because and recruit student-athletes who want to be a Tillett takes over the program after former she knows how to be successful in every aspect part of something greater than themselves at head coach Bill Reinson’s eight-year stint with of the job,” Pemper said in the press release. Longwood.” the team ended on March 9. “Her passion for basketball, for coaching, and She continued, “Thank you to President W. A 1999 graduate of William & Mary and for mentoring women is non-stop. She has Taylor Reveley IV and Troy Austin for the Virginia native, Tillett becomes the eighth head endeared herself to our program and will do the opportunity. Their collective vision for building coach in Longwood women’s basketball history. same in Farmville.” on the continued success of Longwood Athletics After spending 15 seasons as a coach at the high Tillett assisted Navy to back-to-back 20-win is inspiring.” school level, she transitioned to the collegiate seasons and accumulated an overall record

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