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Ricky Lindsay/MJ Don Snipes (Malcolm X, left) and William Bryson (Martin Luther King, Jr., right) argue during Thursday’s showing of The Meeting, a stage play featuring a fictional meeting between the two Civil Rght Movement leaders. By Brookelynn Ruggirello King, well-known for his Jr.), Don Snipes (Malcolm X), personalities of the men they News Editor unwavering commitment to and Sonny Cruz (Malcolm’s portrayed. “Today you shall bear wit- the practice of nonviolent civ- bodyguard, Rashad). “A lot of people didn’t re- ness to a meeting that pre- il disobedience in the effort to A brief question and an- ally get to see Malcolm in supposes that if these two achieve civil equality for Afri- swer session was held after those playful moments, you gentlemen, the doctor and the can-Americans, was a founder the conclusion of the show know, him teasing somebody minister, had met, this may and the first president of the with all three actors, as well as else, or him playing around, or have been spoken, discussed, Southern Christian Leader- director Dexter Overall. him enjoying music,” Snipes and evoked. Differing in their ship Conference (SCLC). The actors discussed the said in reference to Stetson’s philosophies, but alike in their Among his many accom- process of “getting into char- depiction of the playful inter- mutual respect, the two men plishments are his leader- acter” to play the roles of the actions between Malcolm and shall debate their varying ap- ship roles in the 1955 Mont- prominent historical figures. Rashad. proaches to the same grave gomery Bus Boycott and the “When you understand the “Outside of that, one thing social problems.” 1963 nonviolent protests in weight of that time period and I really studied was his [Mal- These are the words that Dr. Birmingham, Ala. King was how serious it is, these men colm’s] rhetorical devices, Ricky Lindsay/MJ Reetha Raveendran, Director assassinated on April 4, 1968 put their life on the lines and his parallelisms, the symbol- Don Snipes played Malcolm X in the Office for Student Engagement’s for Student Engagement, used from the second-floor balcony that weight — the weight of ism he used when he spoke, production of The Meeting. to preface the OSE’s produc- of his hotel room in Memphis, a nation behind you — that the frequency [of it] and of- tion of The Meeting, a stage Tenn. kind of pressure, that kind of tentimes, he would stutter,” play written in 1987 by Jeff Malcolm X, born Malcolm heat, your family being threat- Snipes continued. Stetson. Little, was a human rights ac- ened day in and day out, get- Overall and the actors The performance, directed tivist and influential member ting calls from people that noted that connections can be by Coordinator for Diversity of the Nation of Islam. Like hate you and want to kill you, drawn between the events de- Programs Dexter Overall, King, he is known for being that’s what got me to where picted in Stetson’s script and debuted on Thursday, Jan. 21 a provocative orator. His ap- I needed to be and to under- contemporary social move- in Kochoff Hall. There was a proach to achieving racial stand what kind of task that ments, primarily the Black second showing the following equality differed from King’s was to be able to do those kind Lives Matter movement. evening. in that he endorsed violent of things,” Bryson said. “In a way, I think the pro- Stetson’s play depicts a tactics as a necessary means Cruz also connected with duction and some of the lines dramatized meeting between of successful social revolu- the amount of pressure that his that they were saying, being influential Civil Rights Move- tion. character was under. that this was written in the ment leaders Dr. Martin Lu- Malcolm X was assassi- “It [preparing for the role] eighties, I think a lot of the Ricky Lindsay/MJ ther King, Jr. and Malcolm X. nated by three Nation of Islam was not too much of a chal- lines — everything that’s be- William Bryson played Martin Luther King, Jr. in the Office for Student During the fictional meeting, members on Feb. 21, 1965 lenge, but it was mesmerizing ing spoken — is coming to Engagement’s production of The Meeting. which was imagined to take just before he was to address because he’s [Rashad] a body- fruition,” Overall said. “The note speaker. I think it’s time Overall concluded the pro- place in a hotel suite in Har- the Organization of Afro- guard putting his life on the script is almost prophetic in a to — since things are happen- duction by reiterating his ar- lem not long before both men American Unity in the Audu- line for a man whose life is on way… and that was really my ing in real life — I think it’s tistic intent. were to meet their untimely bon Ballroom in Manhattan. the line,” Cruz said. motivation for bringing this time to bring dialogue like this “As a director, I just want deaths, the leaders clash as The one-act produc- In addition to the historical production. I think now it’s to people. I think it’s time for the conversation to start and they discuss their contrasting tion featured actors William context of their roles, the ac- time for us to do more than students, and staff, and every- the learning to begin,” he said. ideologies. Bryson (Martin Luther King, tors also took into account the a few slideshows and a key- one to see it live and in color.”

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Ricky Lindsay/MJ Pictured: Don Snipes (Malcolm X) and William Bryson (King) clash onstage as their characters share grievances with each other’s ideologies in Jeff Stetson’s The Meeting. The performance, directed by Coordinator for Diversity Programs Dexter Overall, debuted on Thursday, Jan. 21 in Kochoff Hall. There was a second showing the following evening.

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By BROOKELYNN “Soup and Conversation: Has “MLK week programming that may have been assump- these programs are an oppor- own memories,” Raveendran RUGGIRELLO His Dream Been Achieved?” for our office is a commitment tions or notions that you may tunity for students to use their said. News Editor a production of the 1987 to diversity and inclusion,” have come to campus with, or new experiences to create If students do not make an The Office for Student En- stage play, The Meeting, and Raveendran said. “As an of- at that age that’s what you’ve new memories. effort to participate in these gagement (OSE) coordinated a chalk wall activity that took fice, it is our commitment and learned so far and now the “MLK week programming events, it is a missed opportu- a robust schedule of events place in the UC. responsibility to ensure that envelope is gonna be pushed is more to not only to remem- nity, Raveendran said. last week in celebration of the Director for Student En- we constantly not just excite, and you’re gonna learn some- ber where you come from, “If people did not partici- life and work of Dr. Martin gagement Reetha Raveendran but also push the limits for thing more different. That is and your past and your history pate in these kind of activities Luther King, Jr. said that the OSE’s focused you to think outside of your the basic premise when we do and the memories they come or programs, it’s a missed op- Among the events were effort to celebrate King aligns comfort zone and to learn and any kind of programming.” with, and also to then make portunity for you to grow.” the “Conversation on Race,” with their core values. to understand some things Raveendran also noted that your own history and your Photos from Student Government Round Table Discussion of Higher Education

Ricky Lindsay/MJ The discussion featured three guest speakers: Michigan Senators David Knezek and Patrick Colbeck, as well as Michigan Representative George Darany. The discussion was moderated by Marty Hershock, the Dean of CASL. Look for a story about the event in next week’s issue of the MJ.

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Now that I’m past that stage (thankfully), my little brother I struggle to find something decent to eat. If no one’s home, is currently going through the awkward teenage years. He’s I will google a recipe and end up using half the ingredients growing up, and I don’t blame him for wanting to fit in with because I don’t have the other half and am too lazy to drive to his friends and gain their approval. I clearly remember the Kroger to buy the rest. Speaking of grocery shopping, I have to days where I would constantly want to be around friends, do that on my own now and I didn’t realize how much money and spending time with family was not something I was not it takes to get a decent amount of food to cook at home. particularly passionate about. No one really prepares you to grow up into an adult, it just Now that I am a (somewhat) full grown adult, I yearn for happens. And when it does, you learn along the way. During beloved family time that happens once or twice a year. Since the brutally cold winters in Michigan, my car would always my parents and younger siblings are halfway across the world, have something wrong with it. I once drove all the way from I take advantage of the time that we do spend together. campus to home with a flat tire without knowing it (I don’t When I was in high school, I took for granted the fact that recommend trying this). After this unfortunate situation, I the whole family lived in one house. I would come home to learned to double check that my tires are okay and what to do my mom’s homemade cooking and my little siblings playing if I were to get a flat tire. The other day, my engine wouldn’t By GHADEER ALARADI around the house with the neighbors’ kids. I wanted to stay in turn on and I had to call my dad to help figure it out with me. Opinions Editor a quiet room away from all the noise the kids would make, It’s these situations that teach me how to rely on myself, and and now I miss the chaos that they would make around the transition fully into adulthood. We’ve all been teenagers at some point in our lives, and house. Every night, we would all eat dinner together, which is Growing up made me appreciate the little things that my we’ve all experienced the turbulent relationship we have with something extremely rare nowadays. parents would do for me like cook a nice meal, buy junk food our parents during that period of our lives. It’s a time where My sisters and I grew up, and we’re all busy building our for the house, or fill my car with gas for me. I’m still getting friends are the most important part of our lives, and fitting in own lives. My life now is completely different than how it the hang of the whole adult thing, but I’m in no hurry; I’ll learn is our first priority. was five years ago. When I come home from class nowadays, things step by step. The Problem with Social Media and its Effects By GABRIELLE REED Staff Columnist

The bored millennial scrolls through picture after picture on her social media feed of choice. There’s a pretty model posing in a bikini, a cute couple engaging in a hug, and an attractive group of friends. To millennials, these are all goals: #BodyGoals, #RelationshipGoals, #SquadGoals. But have you ever thought that maybe some goals are just unattainable? Maybe it’s just best to look into the mirror, learn to like yourself, and set your own goals. Not to say admiring what other people have and aspiring to be like them is bad, just not at the expense of your own happiness. Believe it or not, it is proven that social media is one of the main reasons why young adults are unhappy. It can contribute to low self-esteem, poor behavior, and poor mental health. So obviously this is a major problem. If you throw in the effects of cyber bullying, things get pretty negative. For me, social media is a way to connect with other like-minded individuals, exchange ideas and promote positivity in the world. (I’m a creative person, so I naturally gravitate towards Tumblr and Pinterest). Sadly, as a young person in this day and age, it seems like I rarely get to Photo courtesy of wersm.com. connect with other people. I rarely get to pick a major toll on your spirit if you let it. Being time looking up new scriptures and positive my light. people’s brains and have deep, meaningful conscious of what your followers or the people quotes. I like Ted Talks and things that require So, in those moments where you feel conversations with them. And that sucks. you follow on social media are putting out there me to think. frustrated, misunderstood and just plain crappy, Social media and this “social-crazed” world makes a big difference. Likes or retweets don’t Keep in mind that turning off your computer don’t go to typing expletives on Twitter. that isn’t really that social, can truly affect always mean positivity is being promoted. and electronic devices can help you find inner Instead, spend a little quiet time alone. You’ll your state of mind. Seeing negativity online or I do occasionally Insta-stalk my favorite peace. I try to spend time away from social be surprised at how much growth you acquire through any creative medium (i.e. reality TV celebrities. Just like everyone else, I get curious media to think of all the things I’m thankful for. just by doing that. shows) is a gateway for negativity to constantly and I scroll. I’m just very aware of what I allow It helps me to focus on what my assignment is show up in your everyday life. This can take to infiltrate my mind. Nowadays, I spend my in this world: which is to love, inspire and shine Expectations, I mean Disappointments

By ZOHA REHMAN Guest Columnist All of us get upset by something, whether that’s someone, a bad grade, work problems etc. Why do we get upset? Why do some of us get more upset than others? For the most part, the reason is our expectations that we have on people, things or relationships. We hold expectations for everything, and they aren’t necessarily bad. For example, if I study hard for an exam, I expect to get a good grade. Sometimes expectations can be disappointing, especially when I expect something from other people. If I get upset with someone or vice versa, there’s usually an expectation coming from one or both sides that wasn’t met, and that causes heartbreak. There’s a difference between hope and having expectations. If we don’t get what we hoped for, it’s not as painful as what we expected to happen. With hope, there’s a chance that something will not occur. With expectations we tend to hope for a specific, certain outcome. There’s a saying that goes, “no expectations, no disappointments.” I think if we apply this motto to certain aspects of our lives we would be less affected by situations that don’t go the way we planned. Well it doesn’t hurt to try, does it? Photo courtesy of agiletestingalliance.org. A&EEditor: Amber Ainsworth| [email protected] January 26, 2016 michiganjournal.org | Vol. XLV, No. 13 5 Artist Spotlight: Bangtan Boys By aubree stamper Guest Writer Bangtan Boys, or BTS, is a quickly growing male K-pop group that is topping charts and turning heads all over the globe. I lost you at “K-pop,” didn’t I? It’s not cute, but almost creepy Asian girls in school uniforms dancing innocently to weird electronic music — well, not all of it is like that — so forget those stereotypes now. If you like fun rap and hip-hop and can get over the language barrier, then BTS is the group for you. They started 2015 with the angst-filled hit “I Need U” from their third EP “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt. 1,” winning first place on music shows such as Music Bank, Show Champion, M! Countdown, and The Show for the first time in their two-year career and gaining much momentum. Then they came back in summer with the club-ready hit “Dope” and a sold out tour covering the U.S., Mexico, Australia, South America, Thailand and China — enough to Alyssa Dorchak/MJ win them the award for “Best World Performer” at the 2015 Mnet Asian Music Awards (MAMA) — the biggest music award show in Asia. In the fall, BTS made another comeback with their fourth Out of This World Food: EP “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt. 2” and the youth- encompassing single “Run.” The album proved that BTS is a worldwide force to be reckoned with, with it topping the Billboard World Albums chart for four weeks, as well as Mercury Burger Bar debuting at 171 on the U.S. Billboard 200, on top of impressive sales competing with the top K-pop groups. By Alyssa dorchak for everyone. Some of their popular rounded, delicious tasting burger. Now that’s enough of their accomplishments from the past Guest Writer burgers include The Local, a burger What is a burger without a set of year. Not only does the group wow people with their authentic When I travel down Michigan topped with pulled BBQ pork, cheddar fries? Now I’m a sweet potato lover, rapping, meaningful lyrics and upbeat music, but also with Avenue’s brick-paved road, it signals one cheese, slaw, pickles and Dreamland so of course I selected the sweet potato their mesmerizing and energetic performances. thing — Corktown Detroit — home to BBQ sauce and the Topor Burger, fries. They were perfectly fried — a little Other songs to check out by BTS are “Just One Day” if you popular restaurants like Slows Bar BBQ, accompanied by Corktown’s own crunch on the outside, but soft on the like the 90’s R&B feel, “We Are Bulletproof” if you prefer Gold Cash Gold, and Bobcat Bonnie’s. “Topors” Hungarian hot peppers, grilled inside. Simple, yet satisfying. something tough and in your face, “Silver Spoon” if you want But this weekend I was due for a treat onions, cheddar, fried egg, hot sauce, Mercury Burger Bar also offers something to hype you up, “House of Cards” if you’re feeling meal and my heart, and stomach, were burger sauce and crispy onion straws. seasoned and garlic fries. They make something slow and sensual or “Fun Boys” if you just want set on Mercury Burger Bar. If traditional burgers aren’t your specialty fries such as poutine (French to get up and dance. Performances to check out are “No More Mercury is a small, upbeat diner thing, there are turkey and black bean fries with cheese curds and light brown Dream,” “Danger,” “I Need U,” “Dope” and “Run.” mastering the art of creative, hand- burger options as well or you can opt for gravy on top), chili cheese fries and pressed burgers, hand-cut fries, tater a grilled cheese, a classic Reuben, or a bacon fries. One item that caught my tots, and shakes. buffalo chicken sandwich. Salad options eye and I’ll have to try the next time I Walking into the restaurant I was hit are on the menu also. visit is their Tater Tachos, which are tots with the aroma of fresh grilled burgers When it came down to selecting my covered with cheese sauce, crumbled and it got my appetite going. Customers burger of choice, after looking over the bacon, jalapenos, salsa, and cilantro sour can choose to dine in red and black menu for about 15 minutes, I finally made cream. upholstered booths that line the outskirts my decision. I went with the Southwest Another thing that I have to go back of the diner, stainless steel tables Detroit burger. This was by far the best for is one of their shakes. They have and chairs, or at the bar in which the burger I have ever had. On a burger bun, classic flavors like vanilla, chocolate and restaurant centers around. The restaurant there was the burger patty itself, topped strawberry, but they also have a Faygo is cozy and a little limited on space, but with a chorizo slider (spiced Mexican Orange Creamsicle, Boston Coolers and the service is great so you don’t have to pork sausage), jalapenos, Muenster their Hummer (kahlua, dark rum, and worry about waiting too long to grab a cheese, tortilla strips, fresh avocado and vanilla ice cream) round out the sweets seat. zanahorias, which are pickled, spiced portion of their menu. Aside from the great atmosphere, carrots. The flavors and spices of the meat If you’re ever craving the American the burgers are Mercury Burger Bar’s were perfectly paired with the smooth, classic combo of burger and fries, with specialty. They offer a wide variety of milky flavor of the cheese and the heat a rich and sweet shake, make Mercury burgers. Whether you like to stick with from the jalapenos gave the burger a little Burger Bar your number one destination. Photo courtesy america.pink traditional burgers with the usual fixings bit of spicy flare. The added crunch from For unique, quality tasting burgers this is or you like to be adventurous and try the tortilla strips made for a nice texture the place to go. burgers packed with flavorful ingredient as well. All of the ingredients meshed Mercury Burger Bar is located at 2136 combinations, this diner has something well with one another, making for a well- Michigan Ave. in Corktown Detroit. Bringing Papi Gordo the Tour concert to

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Photos courtesy of Demetrio Nasol/MJ STUDENTEditor: Terry Lakins| [email protected] LIFE 6 michiganjournal.org | Vol. XLV, No. 13 January 26, 2016 Conversation Get to Know: On Race Black Student By TERRY LAKINS STUDENT LIFE EDITOR The Conversation on Race was held at the Kochoff Hall in the University Center at 3pm on January 19. Marshalle Montgomery from New Detroit spoke about race during the event. Union By TERRY LAKINS study table, which occurs on African-American students STUDENT LIFE EDITOR the weeks that general body are recognized for certain The Black Student Union meetings are not happening. achievements. These catego- is a student organization that This consists of a simple ries include most academic, is designated as a social ad- space where the members most improved (awarded to a vocate for issues concerning can study together and form freshman), and the Dr. Gloria African-American students. a study group if need be. House achievement award Natasha Gilbert, the presi- Gilbert said the idea was not (given to a faculty member dent of the BSU, said the only provide a quiet area ev- or advisor). club is known for being a ery other week, but to also Gilbert said during the fall safe space for black students remind students that study- one of their biggest events and those wanting to discuss ing is essential. is the Divine 9 yard show. these topics, especially some “We are students first,” This involves nine African- that can be sensitive or con- Gilbert said. “And I believe American Greek life organi- troversial. BSU has bi-week- in a good education.” zations, which consist of five ly gatherings, called general Though discussions are fraternities and four sorori- body meetings, where topics the bread and butter of the ties. Each organization will and issues that are relevant group, there are other events hold an event that teaches to the club are discussed. to attend. Gilbert said they their history through choreo- The topics themselves vary, have a talent show, called graphed dance, called step- but have often included the Night of the Soul, which ping and strolling. Ricky Lindsay/MJ “Black Lives Matter” move- is held at the end of every Gilbert said other fall Marshalle Montgomery speaking to the audience. ment and black feminism. Black History Month. This events are on hiatus at the “They can interact with event showcases dance, rap- moment. She said they are each other from the same ping, singing and spoken subjected to change or add walk of life,” Gilbert said. word (similar to beat po- more with the hopes that Gilbert also said despite most etry). Gilbert also said they there will be more social of the members being Afri- attend the Black Celebratory, events that will align with so- can-American and having which is a graduation for cial issues. Though Gilbert’s similar backgrounds, there African-American students. term as president ends with are many opposing view- The graduates at this par- this semester she hopes more points and opinions. Gilbert ticular event receive gradu- activism will be revived for said this is what makes the ation stoles made in Africa the coming fall. Gilbert also discussions so diverse and from Kente cloth. This event said though the focus is on interesting, and members can is presented by the African- black students anyone is wel- do this in an environment American Alumni Affiliate come to become a part of the that is safe and honest. and the African and African- discussions. “You can expect to have an American studies depart- Anyone interested can open and honest discussion,” ment. contact Black Student Union Gilbert said. The attendance The student organization at [email protected], on for general body meetings also attends their own honor Facebook at bsu um-Dear- is anywhere from five to 30 ceremony, called the BSU born or Instagram at umd_ students on average. Honors. This is an honor bsu. BSU also has bi-weekly ceremony where current

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Ricky Lindsay/MJ A look at the presentation. Photo courtesy of Black Student Union Film Screening Focuses on Black Women Civil Rights By CHALO’N CHRISTI’ANNA JEFFERSON when women were starting to openly embrace feminism, Shareia Carter, the Director of Women’s Resource Cen- GUEST REPORTER especially in the black community. ter, felt the movie was necessary for historical purposes. On Jan. 19, the University of Michigan-Dearborn had In addition, this documentary also referenced the strug- “Knowing the history of African-Americans is impor- a screening of “Reflections Unheard: Black Women in gles black women faced when fighting for equal pay in tant in order to continuously move forward,” Carter said. Civil Rights.” It was held in Kochoff Hall A in the Uni- the workplace. This wasn’t only shown as a black woman “Some of the issues addressed in the production are re- versity Center as a part of MLK Day of service, which a issue, though. The film highlighted that many women peating and it’s important to bring awareness.” series of events during the week to honor Martin Luther of different nationalities shared the same struggle and Carter also said that this movie was important for ad- King. showed females of all cultures uniting in protest against dressing issues in today’s society. The film spoke about how finance, family and segrega- this concept known at “the gender pay gap.” “By promoting more organization for women of col- tion affected the African American society and had per- Susan Estep, the program manager, felt the showing or,” Carter said, “we will bring more awareness to these sonal accounts from women of the Feminist Period in the was relevant to issues today. “Women should come to- social issues.” 1940s through the 1960s. The film also showcased a time gether and unite, not be as divided through feminist and women’s issues,” Estep said. SPORTSEditor: Jeramy Stover | [email protected] January 26, 2016 michiganjournal.org | Vol. XLV, No. 13 7 Settling In: Men’s Hoops Sweeps Week of Conference Games

Amber Ainsworth/MJ Jeff McFarland battles a Davenport player. Davenport’s Possible Departure Could Be UM-Dearborn’s Gain Since Jan. 2006, UM- program around players who Dearborn women’s basketball want to win, a method that has went 0-23 against Dav- could work for each of UM- enport. Men’s basketball is Dearborn’s sports — is al- 5-19 against the Panthers in ready at that level, and should that span but is on a 14-game compete for a national cham- losing streak in the series. pionship as early as March. Volleyball won its first seven But with Davenport’s hockey games against the Panthers team not considered a varsity Ricky Lindsay/MJ Xavier Crofford dribbles past a Cornerstone player. By RICKY LINDSAY but is on a 13-game losing sport, it is unknown if it will Editor in Chief streak since Sept. 2008. make the move to the NCAA. By JACK VANASSCHE from the free throw line. @RLinds35 Softball snapped a 19- Should the Panthers stay, they Guest Reporter Even with the free throw success, UM- @JackVanAssche game losing streak to Dav- remain a formidable foe and The University of Mich- Dearborn was having trouble putting the win enport last season but has a measuring stick for the Wol- The University of Michigan-Dearborn igan-Dearborn is well ac- in the column. The Racers were gaining mo- 5-22 record in the series since verines. men’s basketball team had not won consecu- quainted with Davenport Uni- mentum with two minutes left in the game, 2009. Hockey is 4-17 against Regardless if the hockey tive games since mid-October. versity. and the buzz inside the UM-Dearborn Field- the Panthers since 2010 and series remains, UM-Dearborn Now in the last weeks of January, the Wol- According to previous house was in a decrescendo. won its first game in Grand has the prime opportunity to verines are at full strength and seem to have schedules on UM-Dearborn’s And as Racer Mike Chambers pulled up Rapids last season. take Davenport’s seat at the found a groove. athletics site, six of its varsity from three-point range, the Fieldhouse fell si- Men’s soccer has played big boy table. Sophomore Ali Farhat was settled nicely teams (men’s soccer, wom- lent. Davenport four times since The university has shown into his starting guard role in his fifth game en’s and men’s basketball, Until Farhat swatted the shot into the back- 2012, but has lost all four it’s willing to put more of with the team as they took down Northwestern volleyball, hockey and soft- court; sealing the win and igniting the Field- contests. a focus on athletics. It’s re- Ohio University 70-59 Wednesday. ball) have played Davenport. house. If you add up those totals vamped its website and social Farhat was tied with three other Wolverines The women’s basketball, Following the big win over Northwestern up, UM-Dearborn has lost 98 media efforts and is trying for the team high in scoring with 12 points, men’s basketball and volley- Ohio, the Wolverines traveled to the North- of 119 games against Dav- to get people in the stands. and sealed the win with an emphatic block to ball teams have played the west Activities Center Saturday, Jan. 23, to enport during the respective Games are being broadcasted. halt any hope of a Racer (7-15, 4-10 Wolver- Panthers since 2006. Daven- take on struggling Marygrove College. time frames. That is awful; But for UM-Dearborn to ine-Hoosier Athletic Conference) comeback. port games can be found on UM-Dearborn handled Marygrove 85-75. there’s no other way to chalk take the next step, the medi- The guard, still fresh off of his transfer from softball and hockey schedules The Wolverines (11-11, 6-8 WHAC) were able it up. ocrity has to end. Eastern Michigan University, talked about the starting with the 2009 and to take advantage of the struggling Marygrove But with Davenport po- The women’s basketball trials and triumphs of gelling with his new 2010 seasons, respectively. Mustangs (3-19, 3-11 WHAC) to build their tentially leaving for greener team started the season 0-20 team. Men’s soccer, a newer varsity first winning streak since the middle of Octo- pastures, where it would no before topping Marygrove “It’s tough playing for a few different sys- program, has played the Pan- ber. longer bully UM-Dearborn, College Saturday, winning tems. It’s much different now compared to thers since 2012. The same team play that earned the Wolver- the Wolverines have an op- their first game since last Feb- game one when I didn’t know one play” said But next year could mark ines a win over Northwestern Ohio was on full portunity to pounce. ruary. The volleyball team Farhat. “You just have to stay confident and the final chapter in the series display against Marygrove. When I think of the Wol- had a winless season last year trust in your teammates.” between UM-Dearborn and Passing was a key factor in the victory for verine-Hoosier Athletic Con- and won only six games in The Wolverines around Farhat have made it Davenport. the Wolverines. ference, I think of Davenport 2015. easier to build the trust. Davenport accepted an Junior Gage Throgmorton put UM-Dear- and Cornerstone. Those two There’s a reason why Dav- As a team, the Wolverines shot 44 percent invitation to join the Great born up 28-25 with a three pointer deep into schools are the top dogs in enport is at the top: there’s no from the field against Northwestern Ohio. Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic the first half off of a beautiful assist from se- many of the sports UM-Dear- mediocrity. Along with Farhat, Marcus Williams and Conference, a strong NCAA nior Anthony Barley. That flashy play would born boasts. The Panthers have won Xavier Crofford put up 12 points. Sophomore Division-II conference span- not only break the tie, but inspire the Wolver- When I think of the Great 17 WHAC titles, 18 WHAC Jason Penn had 11 on the night. ning Michigan and Ohio, on ines. They followed with a 14-6 run. Lakes Collegiate Hockey tournament titles one NAIA Head coach Taylor Langley was pleased Jan. 15. Davenport hopes to Big men Penn and Williams went back to League, I think of Davenport, title and one ACHA national with the team’s win over a solid Northwestern start competing in the con- back with a pair of slam dunks five minutes Oakland and Adrian. Again, title across the six sports and Ohio team. ference starting with the into the second half and set the tone for the the top dogs. the timeframe UM-Dear- “I thought we stayed together,” explained 2017-2018 seasons, pending remainder of the game. UM-Dearborn has made born’s athletic site has ar- Langley. “We moved on to the next play. They approval of the NCAA. The While Marygrove would not go away eas- strides in softball. The team chived. That’s a whole lot of would go on a run and we would respond in a decision should be made by ily, two clutch free throws from Crofford put made the WHAC champi- rings and a whole lot of suc- big way defensively. It was fun for the crowd July. the Wolverines up by fifteen with less than two onship last season, where it cess. to watch.” With Davenport’s potential minutes left. That proved to be enough for the lost to — of course — Dav- If Davenport leaves for the That high-energy defense resulted in an departure to the NCAA, I de- Wolverines. enport. The men’s basketball NCAA, its void will be felt. unusually high number of team fouls for both cided to break down its histo- The Wolverines will look to extend their team is getting there under Someone will surely take its teams. ry vs. UM-Dearborn in those winning streak to three games Wednes- Taylor Langley, who is a place at the top, and UM- Northwestern Ohio had the worst of the six aforementioned sports. day, Jan. 27, when they take on a stumbling former Davenport assistant Dearborn has the chance to do foul troubles. The Wolverines were into the The numbers were astound- Lourdes team. Lourdes is riding a five-game coach. Hockey — thanks to just that. But how badly will bonus halfway through the second half. They ing, to say the least. losing streak and has a record of 8-13 (3-11 Chris Haltinner building his the Wolverines want it? took advantage by sinking 18-25 (72 percent) WHAC).

The Sweeney Effect played all season; we worked It was now known to ev- points per game. Before Swee- back, he came in a time when But the chances of winning continued from page 8 hard and we played with each eryone; the Sweeney Effect ney, the Wolverines got out- we were very low confidence, four or five games aren’t just western Ohio. And they took other the best we have and we was in full force. And there are rebounded by an average of and as a coach he knew that slim and none. another step forward. had fun out there,” Swick said numbers to prove it. nearly 12 rebounds per game. you have to build your team This is a much different UM-Dearborn was down after the game. Before Sweeney took over, With their new coach, UM- up so he took the confidence team – a much more confi- eight at halftime and you Shooting-wise, it was the the team shot 27.5 percent Dearborn is averaging more and believed in us,” Olivia dent team – than the one that couldn’t help but think, “when best they played all season. from the field, 21.6 percent rebounds per game than their Hauser said. stepped on the court the first is the collapse going to hap- They shot 42.6 percent from from three point range and av- opponents. “I truly feel that everyone is 17 times this season. And most pen?” But it never came. In- the field, and 45 percent from eraged 49.5 points per game. And no, it is not because just so confident in themselves importantly, the Wolverines stead the Wolverines rallied three point range, both season Since Sweeney has taken of a weak schedule. Three of and confident in each other. know it too. back and forced overtime after highs. over, the team has shot 37.3 the four teams the Wolverines Our team chemistry has im- “I’m very excited for what’s Megan Swick knocked down a Then on Saturday, the percent from the field, 26.5 have played under Sweeney proved tremendously,” Marisa to come, and we got some three pointer with 18 seconds schedule finally looked -dif percent from three point range, are in the top half of the con- Sauve added. good games coming up, so I left. ferent. The team had taken the and is averaging 58.7 points ference standings. These im- While the confidence has think you will see a new Uni- The Wolverines would go step forward they had been per game. provements are real. greatly improved, so has the versity of Michigan-Dearborn on to lose by four points after waiting for since the season But it’s not just offensively But when you talk to the play of the team. They’re women’s basketball team,” a couple costly turnovers. But began. And the search was fi- that the Wolverines are thriv- Wolverines, it’s not the stat moving the ball better, playing Hauser said. even though it was another nally over. ing under new leadership; they sheet they talk about that is the better defensively and choos- “L” to add to the wrong side The Wolverines stepped have improved on the defen- biggest improvement in the ing to take better shots. Alva T. Earley of the record, the game had an onto the court with the sive side as well. past four games. It’s the con- With just eight games left in P.O. Box 303 impact. Marygrove Mustangs, and Opponents are shooting fidence their new coach has the season, the odds of making La Junta, CO 81050-0303 completely annihilated them four percent worse from the given them. the conference tournament are “We played the best we (719) 468-2607 on their own court. field and averaging nine less “He gave us our confidence not in the Wolverines’ favor. Editor:SPORTS Jeramy Stover | [email protected] 8 michiganjournal.org | Vol. XLV, No. 13 January 26, 2016

Ricky Lindsay/MJ The Wolverines prepare for a game against Oakland. Women’s Hoops Crushes Marygrove to Earn First Win By JERAMY STOVER was expressed the same way ing from Swick paid off in Sports Editor from many of the women. It the fourth quarter. @JStover96 was about time. With 18 seconds left in t took nearly eleven “Oh my gosh, this is long the fourth quarter, Swick weeks and twenty one overdue we’re really happy. knocked down a three point Iattempts. But the mon- Everybody pitched in, ev- shot to tie the game. The key is finally off their backs. erybody played their role, Wolverines would inbound The University of Mich- everybody rebounded, they the ball with three seconds igan-Dearborn women’s moved the ball well, it’s just remaining but Sauve’s last basketball team notched its one step to improve and it second shot attempt would first win of the season Jan. was a big time confidence hit the outside of the rim. 23 defeating Marygrove 69- booster for everybody,” In overtime Swick’s 40. And as odd as it is to say Marisa Sauve said. shooting didn’t cool off. She about a team getting their The sophomore forward knocked down another triple first win 21 games into the was a force to be reckoned with 2:09 remaining to give season, the Wolverines dom- with near the basket. She led the Wolverines a one point inated. the team with 16 points and lead. But a couple turnovers UM-Dearborn started hauled in 17 rebounds. Spala in the next few possessions the game on a 10-0 run that contributed with 11 points would give the Racers a clear proved to the crowd that this and six rebounds. lane to victory. Ricky Lindsay/MJ game was going to be differ- Hauser was a spark com- Swick, who scored a ca- Marisa Sauve and Megan Swick during a game against Oakland ent. The Mustangs wouldn’t ing off a shortened bench. reer high 26 points, said that get their first bucket until She scored 14 points and turnovers was the difference nearly four minutes into the went 6-for-13 from the field. maker between the two teams The Sweeney Effect game. It wasn’t her shooting that during the extra session. With 1:36 left in the sec- impressed her coach, but her “In overtime we had a know what they’re doing for their offensive ond quarter, Kendall Rose energy instead. couple bad turnovers and I scheme, or their defensive scheme, or their phi- found Natalie Spala streak- “(Hauser) had 14 (points) think that turned it around losophy or anything like that,” Sweeney said. ing to the basket and hit her but I’ll be honest the en- for us. We just kind of got He didn’t know the Wolverines when he first with a quick pass that Spala ergy that she brought when a little frazzled, it was our took the job, but he knows a lot more about laid into the net to give the she came into the game was first overtime of the season,” them now. And he played a part in that. Wolverines a 10 point lead. huge, and then in the second Swick said. “We just needed When you’re still searching for your first win As the quarter was nearing half she got opportunities for to settle it down a little bit and 17 games have been played in the season, the end, Olivia Hauser stole lay-ups and stuff so that was and take care of the ball.” By JERAMY STOVER frustration is an understatement. Confidence is an inbound pass and fired a great,” interim head coach Being down by eight at the Sports Editor low, and belief is running on fumes. shot with three seconds left. Jordan Sweeney said. half, the Wolverines zeroed @JStover96 But Sweeney changed that, and more. Even She would miss the shot, but Megan Swick joined the in on what they needed to do “Sweeney! Sweeney! Sweeney!” in the first game you noticed it – just not where it was the urgency that was double figures party scoring to rally back. They upped the That chant echoed into the hallway at the it would be obvious. impressive. It showed that 11 points. This was her sixth defensive play and limited Northwest Activities Center Saturday after- When you looked at the scoreboard things no matter how much time straight game of scoring 11 the Racers to just nine points noon. It came from the locker room of a win- looked familiar. The Wolverines trailed Ma- was left, this team was going points or more. Swick also in the fourth quarter. ning team. donna by more than 20 and the two teams’ to give it their all. played an important role de- Spala explained that stay- But the chant wasn’t for a star player who scores weren’t getting any closer. The second half would be fensively recording a team ing together as a team was led her team to victory. Or for someone who hit But watching the team play, you noticed a no different. And the Wolver- high of five steals. a main talking point at half- the game winning shot. different hop in their step. And when the box ines would show no mercy. On Jan. 20, when UM- time. It was for an interim head coach, who in just score was released you realized the difference. Rose would miss a three Dearborn hosted Northwest- “I think just staying to- four games has instilled a very crucial and yet UM-Dearborn shot 38.6 percent from the point attempt, but Megan ern Ohio, they would fall to gether and playing hard... sometimes undervalued skill: confidence. field, just .03 shy of a season high. The Wolver- Swick would collect the of- the Racers 65-61 in over- Yes we were down by eight Jordan Sweeney has taken the reins of the ines also recorded 14 assists as a team, which fensive rebound and hit a la- time. at half; we knew we just had University of Michigan-Dearborn women’s was at the time a season high. yup with 1:39 left in the third The Wolverines found to take it one play at a time. basketball team. It appears he will be the in- Then after a thrashing from an Indiana Tech quarter. The Wolverines from themselves with an eight So that’s basically what we terim coach for the remainder of the season, a team that shot the ball like it was their major, that moment on would go on point deficit at halftime. But did — we focused on every role he took on Jan. 13, the same day the team the Wolverines took on the Racers from North- a 20-4 run to finish the game. a relentless effort from the play,” Spala said. traveled to Madonna for a game. The Sweeney Effect The feeling after the game team and outstanding shoot- “I didn’t know many of the girls, I don’t continued on page 7