Students Pay It Forward During Spring Break

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Vol. 121 | No. 19 | 24 March, 2017 The Scout @bradley_scout Students pay it forward during spring break BY DAVID DEMEO try to pass on the experience to those Off-staff Reporter here at Bradley.” Junior sociology major Alicia While many Bradley students Petramale said she is no stranger to spent their spring break soaking up such trips, as last week marked her the sun on a Florida beach, relaxing third alternative break experience. on a Caribbean cruise or kicking back “I get something different out of with the family, one group of 12 stu- every trip, so each visit is unique- dents sacrificed their week of rest for ly rewarding,” Petramale said. “Last a greater cause. week we built wheel chair ramps for For the past two years, students those with disabilities such as cere- have been taking part in Alternative bral palsy.” Winter and Spring Break trips to Students who took the trip said spend a week doing service projects their feelings of gratification have in various U.S. cities. been permanently imprinted in their “An Alternative Spring Break or minds due to the reactions of those Winter Break … provides students who have been impacted by the with an opportunity to enact social group’s acts of kindness. change in various cities around the “An 11-year-old boy was able to country,” Jessica Chandler, coordina- leave his house by himself for the tor of the trips, said. first time in his life, an elderly woman photo via Alicia Petramale Chandler was responsible for the was able to leave her house for the Bradley students built wheelchair ramps in Nashville last week as part of the Alternative Spring Break introduction of alternative breaks at first time in three years, and two program. Bradley. others were able to get out of their “I participated in a couple alter- homes easier and safer all because Petramale said her favorite mem- tears, and that is what it is all about: time, according to Jessica Chandler. native break programs while I was of the work that we were able to ory from the trip was when she saw Leaving the community having made “We have room in both our Winter an undergraduate student,” Chandler do while we were there,” Petramale a video of the 11-year-old boy using an impact in the hearts and lives of and, now Spring, Alternative Breaks,” said. “I know the feeling of inspira- said. “I honestly could not think of a the wheelchair ramp she and her the people in it,” Petramale said. Chandler said. “We hope to gain a tion that comes from such service more rewarding or worthwhile way teammates had built. Due to popular demand, an alter- larger community of students who work in communities other than your to spend my break.” “The joy that spread across his native break during spring semester are willing to focus their time off into own, so it was suiting that I would face was enough to bring me to was introduced this year for the first impacting lives around the country.” ‘If you want to go far, go together’

BY KYLEE HIGGINS number of applications. in poverty. The different areas for the Copy Editor “I was not the leading candidate,” investments Sullivan cited were with Sullivan said. basic human needs, environment and Bradley’s 41st McCord lecture When she interviewed, Sullivan education. offered students, alumni and commu- said she was asked what she would According to Sullivan, every nity members an opportunity to hear do if she had the position and how receiver of the grant has to report about the experiences of a Bradley she would continue the success of back on how the grant has helped alumna who achieved her dream job. Caterpillar. Sullivan said she respond- them improve and how they mea- For the past six years, Michele ed with, “I believe that we should use sured the improvement. Sullivan has been Caterpillar our iconic brand and influence to Additionally, another perspective Inc.’s director of Corporate Social help those in poverty.” of the slogan “Together. Stronger.” Innovation and the president of the After that, Sullivan said she was is “To get her. Stronger.”, which rep- Caterpillar Foundation. hired and has aspired to improve the resents another issue Sullivan said In her lecture, “Moving from company ever since. With the slogan she is passionate about — the female Transactional to Strategic/Influential “Together. Stronger.”, Sullivan said population. in the Caterpillar Foundation,” she thinks Caterpillar’s best option Sullivan said she utilizes her role Sullivan opened with the story of is to focus on collaborative efforts in the Caterpillar Foundation to edu- when she heard her dream job, the with private, public and non-profit cate young girls and women by using position she holds now, was open. entities. Caterpillar’s brand and reputation. According to Sullivan, the posi- “I run the foundation like a busi- photo by Brien Jackson Michele Sullivan, Caterpillar Inc.’s director of Corporate Social Inno- tion is likely the most wanted job ness,” Sullivan said. see Page A8 at Caterpillar, and only three people By investing with grants, Sullivan SULLIVAN vation and president of the Caterpillar Foundation, speaks at the 41st were interviewed despite the vast said she uses the grants to help those McCord lecture Thursday morning. A2 THE SCOUT 24 March, 2017 NEWS BRIEFS POLICE REPORTS • Officers were dispatched after reports of a “stink bomb” being released at 4:40 p.m. March 21 in the Global Communications Center. When officers arrived at the location, custodial staff turned over the Brave Pitch competition seeks innovation “stink bomb,” an inch-long glass vile containing sulfuric liquid, that had been released on the first floor hallway. The staff had reported strange smells earlier in the day. A note had been placed above where the vile Students interested in pitching an idea for a product, service, innovation or solution that would was left that read “stink bomb.” solve a social issue can enter in the Turner School for Entrepreneurship’s Brave Pitch Competition No suspects have been identified. being held at 5:45 p.m. March 29 in Westlake Hall room 130. Pitches may last up to three minutes and will not include a Q-and-A session. The top prize for the competition is $250, while first and second runner-ups receive $100 and $50, respectively. • Officers received a report of a nonstudent female yelling and To enter, students must submit a brief description of their ideas to Managing Director of the Turner making a threat to an employee at 7:28 p.m. March 20 located in the School Ken Klotz at [email protected] by March 27. Campustown Pizza Hut. Officers arrived and spoke to the female customer who said the employee tried to charge her for two pizzas instead of one. The employ- Insurance professionals discuss industry ee told officers the customer had made two separate orders. When the employee gave her both, the customer refused to pay for two pizzas and started to hit the counter with her fists. The customer then threatened Insurance industry professionals from Northeastern Indiana will be on campus at 5:30 p.m. March that she “will climb over the counter and beat your *ss.” 30 in Baker Hall room 252. The female customer was banned from the location. The industry leaders will discuss various insurance opportunities available to Bradley students in the Northeastern Indiana region. Students interested in attending should dress in casual attire. For further information, contact • A lost wallet containing a fake ID was turned into the Bradley Jessica Curran at the Smith Career Center at [email protected]. University Police Department at 4:29 p.m. March 21 at 1200 W. Main St. The wallet contained two drivers’ licenses, one appearing to be a fake Ohio ID. The owner of the wallet was determined to be a male Greeks to showcase dancing abilities student who later admitted to officers he had used the fake ID to try to get into bars. Bradley’s annual Greek Week will come to a close at 6 p.m. March 26 in Renaissance Coliseum as the greek community participates in PanFraSing. • Officers were dispatched to a Campustown location after receiving Greek organizations have been divided into teams, and they will face off against one another in a a report of a nonstudent male trespassing at 6:55 p.m. March 20. dance competition set to movie soundtracks. Upon arriving at the location, the officers identified the man as The event is free and open to the public. For further information, contact Interfraternity Council someone who had been previously placed on the ban list. Director of Special Events Matthew Kern at [email protected]. The male was arrested for criminal trespass.

• A report was made to officers that a suspicious male was drinking alcohol in a public location at 6:48 p.m. March 20 at 1017 W. Main St. The officers located the nonstudent male drinking a Milwaukee’s Best Ice beer and informed the man he could not consume alcohol in a public location. The male was instructed to throw away the beer and was banned from the location. BLASTBLAST FROMFROM THETHE PASTPAST This week in Bradley history...

In 2002, former Bradley student Ali S. Al-Marri was linked to the attacks on the World Trade Center. Charges against Al-Marri were eventually dropped. 24 March, 2017 THE SCOUT A3 NEWS Fat Jacks serves pizza with Quad Cities style BY KYLE STONE [thinking about pizza]?’ It’s just a to be received,” Mannen said. “Are Senior Copy Editor passion of mine.” people going to like it? Are they not It was the foreclosure of a clothing going to like it?” A childhood dream came true store that, according to Mannen, cre- Mannen said he attributes Fat for 58-year-old Mark Mannen in ated the perfect opportunity for the Jacks’ success thus far to the unique- November 2014 when he opened Fat establishment of his long-dreamed ness of the Quad Cities style pizza, Jacks, a Quad Cities style pizzeria. about pizzeria. in contrast to the style of pizza being Mannen said he spent much of his “Location, location, location — the produced by other Peoria pizzerias. childhood in local pizzerias, learn- old man taught me that really well,” “What sets us apart, and one of ing centuries-old lessons about pizza Mannen said. “One day, I was driving the criteria I needed to have as part preparation from an Italian pizzeria by and [saw] this place going out of of the business model, was something owner. business. I stopped in, and you know, that was unique from everyone else,” “The old man would pay us $1 an I’m just doing this undercover thing, Mannen said. “I mean, what am I hour and free pizza at night,” Mannen and I say, ‘So you’re going out of going to do, just open another pizze- said. “I’m one of only a handful left business?’ And they said, ‘Yeah, due ria? What’s that going to do? At the alive that made pizza with him and to health reasons ...’ So I got ahold time [in 2014], there were 75 other was actually trained by him. He knew of the landlord and asked if they had pizzerias. I had to have something pizza.” any plans for the place … so I ran it unique, and this is unique.” While Mannen said he quickly past them, what my ideas were, and Another principle Mannen said developed a passion for pizza, time they were like, ‘Great.’” he has employed that has been crit- got in the way of his ultimate goal of Following Mannen’s acquisition ical to the success of Fat Jacks is the opening his own pizzeria for the next of the property, he said he spent a lot freshness and quality of his ingredi- 50 years. of time customizing the former cloth- ents. He said his philosophy is qual- “Other opportunities came about,” ing store into a pizzeria. ity should always be more important Mannen said. “And the cost of open- “I made a few phone calls to bud- than cost. photo by Kyle Stone ing a business, let alone the risk and dies of mine,” Mannen said. “A union “We make – fresh – our own Opening Fat Jacks Pizza, located at 7016 N. University St., fulfilled a everything else that goes along with contractor, a union plumber and a Italian sausage from scratch,” Mannen lifelong dream for owner Mark Mannen. it, is just monumental.” union electrician … [I] had them all said. “We make our own fresh dough However, Mannen said his mind in here with an architect to draw up daily. We do our own sauce from “I’d like to have at least one to two I think that they kind of find that never really abandoned the thought my plans according to how I wanted California tomatoes. We hand-cut more stores,” Mannen said. “There’s unique. If you like quality, give us of opening a pizzeria over the years. it set up. This entire thing I drew on a our own vegetables. We’re preparing nothing but growth.” a try. I’d love to have you as a cus- “We would drive around town, piece of 10 [inch] by 10 [inch] paper. pizza the same exact way as we did Mannen also said strong customer tomer, and I’d love to have you as a my wife and I and the kids, and I’d Long story short, we built this place.” when I was 9 years old.” service and relationship building has friend.” always be pointing at a place saying, Mannen also said the beginning of Mannen said he intends to build been one reason Fat Jacks has grown. Fat Jacks is located at 7016 N ‘That would make a good pizzeria,’” Fat Jacks was not stress free. on the success of his original Fat “I know we’re old school, and University St. and is open from 11 Mannen said. “And they’re all looking “Obviously, when you open a Jacks pizzeria by opening additional that’s the way we want to keep it,” a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday at me like ‘Oh, OK Dad. Out of every- new business, I don’t care what it locations around the Peoria area in Mannen said. “I think people, wheth- and from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday thing going on in the world, you’re is, you’re wondering how it’s going coming years. er its students or people in general, and Sunday. Get to know the Student Body Officer candidates

Student Senate general elections

BY TORI MOSES Editor-in-Chief

Student Senate recently restructured its constitution in order to change the election pro- cess for senator seats this year. Instead of electing senators to seats based on residence halls and organizations, the seats will be open to a certain number of fresh- men, sophomores, juniors and seniors. The student body will be able to vote for the positions on April 10 and 11. “[The change happened] to photo by Cenn Hall photo via Kelsey Vogt photo via Kalah Anderson photo via Luke Versweyveld better represent the entire stu- dent body,” Jenna Dellaria, stu- President: Dave Jensen Speaker of the Assembly: Kelsey Secretary of the Assembly: Kalah Secretary of Finance: Luke dent body president and elections Year: Junior Vogt Anderson Versweyveld board chairperson, said. “With the Major: Management and leader- Year: Junior Year: Senior Year: Junior residential seats, it’s typically a ship Major: Finance Major: FCS hospitality leadership Major: Management and leader- lot of freshmen and sophomores, Main goal: “Some of my main Main goal: “One thing I really Main goal: “My main goal for the ship and we’ll maybe have four seniors goals include increasing event want to focus on is more collabora- term is to definitely make some Main goal: “I want to be an advo- … so now we’re getting a better partnership between our student tion, but not collaboration between type of better communication. I cate for the organizations that we representation of everyone.” organizations, increasing sexu- the faculty and students, but col- know sometimes not all of the have [on campus]. Whether or The election process will also al assault awareness — not just laboration between students and communication is gotten to differ- not they are getting funding, I look different. Instead of getting during the month of April — and students. That’s an issue that I’m ent groups or organizations, so I think we should definitely take the a certain number of signatures on focusing on the inclusion of all starting to see not only between want to find a cohesive way to be opportunity to put the spotlight petitions at the beginning of the students on campus. some organizations that could able to make sure that communi- on our organizations just to bring fall semester, interested students My main goal directly related be collaborating to create better cation is strong between different awareness to them because a lot of will submit a candidacy form in to Student Senate is more campus things for this campus, but within university policies, between differ- people work really, really hard in the spring in order to have their outreach. I want to be sure that organizations themselves. ent groups and organizations on those organizations, and we have name on a ballot. everyone knows who their elect- For example, on Senate we have things that are going on on cam- some really, really great ones on This change caused Student ed representatives are, because the [Student Body Officers] and the pus as well as the higher authority campus.” Body Officer (SBO) elections to everyone’s opinions matter. I want vice president, and then we have on campus.” move up a couple of weeks, which to attend organization meetings the senators who are representing could have been the cause of the and put faces to Student Senate their constituents, and sometimes uncontested race for SBO posi- because the Bradley experience is there’s disconnect within our own tions this spring, according to personal.” organization, and I think that’s For a Q&A session with the candidates, go to page A6. something we can totally tackle see ELECTION Page A8 and work on revamping.” A4 THE SCOUT 24 March, 2017 NEWS Astronaut Robert Lawrence remembered BY SAMMANTHA DELLARIA pus and was a hard-working indi- planes by speaking to them in News Editor vidual during his time at Bradley. German, a language he had stud- “[Lawrence] became Cadet ied while attending Bradley. This year marks the 50th anni- Commander of Bradley’s Air He later returned to the U.S. versary of the death of alum- Force ROTC program, a position to attend Ohio State University, nus Robert Lawrence, who is that revealed the respect he had where he received a Ph.D. in phys- best known as the first African from his superiors and his fel- ical chemistry in 1965. Lawrence American astronaut. low cadets,” Field said. “He also was selected to join the Air Force’s In 1956, Lawrence graduated worked in the cafeteria at Bradley Manned Orbital Laboratory pro- from Bradley with a degree in to help supplement his education- gram and became the first African chemistry. According to emeri- al expenses.” American astronaut. tus professor Kurt Field of the After graduation, the Air Force Lawrence’s success in the field Mund-Lagowski Department stationed Lawrence in Germany. demonstrated his passion for edu- of Chemistry and Biochemistry, During his time there, Lawrence cation and service, according to Lawrence was well-liked on cam- taught German pilots to fly U.S. Field. “Robert Lawrence’s career reveals that he had a thirst for knowledge and a willingness to serve his country,” Field said. “He was a dedicated, focused and ener- photos by Bradley University Marketing getic young man. He chose a Robert Lawrence, the first African American astronaut, graduated major that required a sound work- from Bradley in 1956 with a degree in chemistry. ing knowledge of mathematics and physics as well as good read- “All in the department are to be able to say Lawrence is a ing and writing skills.” familiar with Robert Lawrence’s member of the Bradley commu- In December 1967, Lawrence accomplishments,” Field said. nity. was killed at the age of 32 in a crash “Our students know who he is “Bradley has a substantial at Edwards Air Force Base, locat- and his accomplishments because number of alumni, like Robert ed in California. That same year, all of them take at least one class in Lawrence, who have distinguished the Major Robert H. Lawrence, Olin Hall room 164; this classroom themselves nationally and inter- Jr. scholarship was established at bears his name, and his portrait is nationally,” Field said. “We are Bradley in his honor. displayed on the north wall.” proud of them, and their successes Many other tributes have been In 1988, the Lawrence Visiting serve to remind us and our stu- established by Bradley to honor the Lectureship was established at dents that great things await once memory of Lawrence. According Bradley, which brings visiting they have left the Hilltop. I’m sure to Field, everyone involved with scholars to the university who that if Robert Lawrence were able the chemistry department knows serve as role models to all stu- to speak to our students today, he Lawrence’s story as some of the dents, especially minority groups. would stress the importance of academic areas are named for him. Field said it is with great pride time-management skills.” Art gallery brings the world together BY MADDIE GEHLING early March. Managing Editor “This year we had [approximate- ly] 800 entries, and [Polk] narrowed Although it may be a hidden gem it down to 131 accepted works of art,” to students on campus, Bradley’s Buczynski said. 36th Annual International Print and Graduate student Michael Drawing Exhibition is anything but Brown’s pencil drawing “Hydra” will secret to the artists and galleries be displayed at the Prairie Center involved. for the Arts. As Bradley’s full-time Held every other year, the exhi- gallery assistant, he also helped hang bition is the second-longest running the pieces in each gallery. print and drawing show in the U.S. It “It is really exciting to have such includes over 130 pieces from artists a prestigious show hosted here at living across America and the world. Bradley … [and] unpacking works of “It features work by both estab- art from all over the world,” Brown lished names in graphics and new said. “It was fun seeing all the dif- and emerging talent,” Erin Buczynski, ferent countries represented at the exhibition and gallery coordinator at show.” Bradley, said. For Buczynski, the show means This year, the art and artists were hours upon hours of work – “making chosen by event juror Kathryn Polk, a the show happen beginning to end.” printmaker based in Tucson, Arizona. “As artworks arrive to campus, we Polk also gave a presentation at the inventory them according to the gal- kick-off event for the exhibition in lery location they will be displayed

photos by Cenn Hall Bradley’s International Print and Drawing Exhibition features over 100 works of art. Selections can be viewed at any of the exhibition’s five Peoria gallery locations.

at,” she said. “We then spend approxi- had a piece in the show,” he said. Contemporary Art Center, the Prairie mately two weeks installing the exhi- “The Bradley International Print and Center for the Arts, the Sunbeam bition at all the venues. This means Drawing Exhibition is an amazing Building and Bradley’s Heuser Art unpacking all artworks, reviewing show filled with amazing talent and I Gallery and Hartmann Center Art works for condition issues, creating think it is an amazing opportunity for Gallery will all play host to 20 to 30 and posting exhibition show titles Bradley students and the community prints and drawings through the end and labels and hanging all 131 of the of Peoria to check out … Whether of the exhibition on April 17. artworks.” you’re an art enthusiast or just the “We are so fortunate to be able Brown said he’s excited to show occasional observer, it gives people to collaborate with each of these his art in a professional setting with from all the Peoria area the chance fantastic gallery spaces, as there is no the exhibition. to see some world class art in their conceivable way we could possibly “This was definitely the most fun hometown.” make this show happen otherwise,” show I have set up since being here The artwork is being displayed Buczynski said. at Bradley and I feel honored to have throughout Peoria this year: the 24 March, 2017 THE SCOUT A5 NEWS Taking the unexpected road

BY AJ LAMB he would change his major to reli- Fuller said he enjoyed the ability News Reporter gious studies but still planned on to pursue teaching, which he said OF pursuing law school. he adored, while still being able to HUMANS THE HILLTOP After 13 books and 39 years, “By my senior year, I thought, research new and exciting topics. Robert Fuller is still researching and ‘No,’” Fuller said. “This is a field that “In the last three or four years, teaching at Bradley University. But I’m very fascinated by and applied to I’ve teamed with expert people in it’s not where he imagined his life my Ph.D. program, and here I am.” our Psychology Department, spe- would take him. Once he made the switch, Fuller cifically Dr. Hermann, Dr. Derrick When the Michigan native start- went to the University of Chicago Montgomery and Dr. Dave Schmitt, ed at Denison University in Ohio, for his graduate program, and then it to do experimental study of religion he was planning on a career in the was on to the job market. … We now have a cross-disciplinary courtroom instead of the classroom. “I was looking for something that lab for the psychology of religion, “I did not think I would ever be a wanted somewhat of a generalist and and we have produced some really college professor – I thought I would someone who specifically wanted interesting articles,” Fuller said. be an attorney,” Fuller said. “To fulfill American religion or psychology of Fuller said his research is typ- a general education requirement, I religion,” Fuller said. “One of the job ically based on readings and oth- had my choice, when it came down openings that I thought my back- ers’ findings, but the lab’s experi- to it, of taking either introduction to ground [fit] was Bradley University ments are brand new for him and the philosophy or introduction to reli- in Peoria, Illinois, a city I had never department. gious studies. Just because it fit into been to … I applied for it and was “I don’t want to be ending my my schedule, I took introduction to brought down for an interview, and I career in a tired [manner] or [with] a religious studies.” fell in love with it right there.” sense of repetitiveness or boredom,” Fuller said he had a wonderful Fuller said he found his perfect fit Fuller said. “That’s why I’ve chal- professor and was instantly hooked coming to Bradley due in part to the lenged myself to do this work with on everything he studied, so he expectations the university has for the psychology professors.” decided to take another course in its professors. Fuller said his new skills and the subject. “When you graduate from a top research methods could not be pos- “What is more interesting about graduate school, you need to make a sible without the help from the other being humans than what we think decision yourself: ‘Did I go into this talented professors, but these new and how we feel?” Fuller said. “And because I want to do research, or findings may not lead to a 14th ROBERT FULLER what’s more interesting about all did I do it because I want to teach?’” book at this time. of our thoughts than our thoughts Fuller said. “I knew that I wanted After 13 of them, I’m really photo by AJ Lamb about religion and of all our feelings both, but the biggest emphasis would working on journal articles,” Fuller Robert Fuller has published 13 books during his 39 years of teaching – religious feelings?” be on the teaching … and that’s the said. “But I’ll never say never that on the Hilltop. After continuing religious studies beautiful thing about Bradley; we there won’t be another one.” coursework, Fuller said he decided consider ourselves teacher-scholars.”

ON SCOUT THE STREET What is your favorite general education class, and why?

“Last semester, I took English “My favorite gen-ed was CIV 101 115 (Intro to Literature). I had (Western Civilization to 1600). I Professor Bush, and he was so had Dr. [Seth] Katz, and he’s fun. He picked good readings, amazing. It’s definitely the best so all of the readings were history class I’ve ever taken.” interesting.” – Jamie Lankford, junior pho- – Diana Meza, freshman sociol- tography major ogy major

rd Diana Meza Jamie Lankfo

“I’m really enjoying IS 250 (Normative Theories of International Studies), and it’s just really satisfying to see what we’re learning in class being applied everywhere in the world today. Even after the first day of class, you can see the motivations behind actions of world nations. It’s probably one of n the only gen-eds that I’ve truly felt ia ast engaged in.” Claire Seb – Carson Piedmonte, sophomore “I am currently in THE 131 (Introduction to Theatre). That’s my C nte mechanical engineering major arson Piedmo favorite because the professor [Travis Stern] makes the class engaging, and it’s a nice break from all the other technical courses I’m in. I did theater in high school, so it’s something photos by Hannah Snidman I’m passionate about and enjoy learning about.” design by Megan Bammann – Claire Sebastian, sophomore mechanical engineering major A6 THE SCOUT 24 March, 2017 OPINION THE SCOUT

Editorial Editor-in-Chief: Tori Moses [email protected]

Managing Editor: Maddie Gehling Q&A with the SBO candidates [email protected] News Editor: Sammantha Dellaria This year, there was no public (ROTR) campaign is going really well term? why would that carry on to them? [email protected] forum or debate as a result of one … Lack of school spirit is a concern One thing I really want to focus uncontested Student Body Officer that is largely voiced by the stu- on is more collaboration ... between Senior Copy Editor: Kyle Stone ticket. After interviewing the can- dent body. While ROTR is great, students and [other] students. That’s Kalah Anderson, [email protected] didates, The Scout picked out the I hope to find a way to encour- an issue that I’m starting to see not Secretary of the Assembly most important information from age school spirit by attendance at only between some organizations Copy Editor: Kylee Higgins each candidate for students to review events ... Every event on this cam- that could be collaborating to create What is one idea you’ll bring to [email protected] before voting on the ballot March pus is unique and fun. All we need better things for this campus, but Senate? 27 and 28. Read up on some of their to do is find a way to get students within organizations themselves. One of our overall goals for our News Reporter: AJ Lamb important talking points here. to break out of their comfort zone, team ticket “Brave For You” is really [email protected] meet new people and try new things. What are some current initiatives focusing on making sure that diversi- Dave Jensen, Student you’d like to work on? ty and inclusion is something that is News Reporter: Mitch Taylor Body President How do you keep a student voice when [I think we can work on] the brought up into the campus. [We’re [email protected] working so closely with administration? timeliness of some things. If Senate also] making sure that those that are What is your main goal for your Sometimes it’s tough, since questions comes up with an idea, and we cre- in that inclusion category aren’t just Sports Editor: Alex Kryah term? like, “Where is that funding?” or, ate a proposal and vote on it … it those with disabilities, but highlight- [email protected] My main goals include increasing “What’s the proposed timeline?” pop goes to the University Senate to be ing all inclusions. I think there are event partnership between our stu- up in my head when a fellow student approved. They don’t have meetings gender biases and things of that sort Asst. Sports Editor: Austin Shone dent organizations, increasing Sexual approaches me with an idea. But no as often and sometimes they take a that a lot of those students feel like [email protected] Assault Awareness not just during matter what, it’s important to keep little bit longer than we would hope, they don’t have a voice, and we really the month of April, and focusing on those ideas coming ... I also think it’s and so creating the communication want to be a voice for those students. Sports Reporter: Josh Nelson the inclusion of all students on cam- important to have a couple of student that there might be a deadline ... and [email protected] pus. My main goal directly related leaders that work closely with admin- hopefully they will see it as a priority How will you maintain relation- to Student Senate is more campus istration to always ensure the student at that point. ships with other organizations? Voice Editor: Brien Jackson outreach. I want to be sure that voice is heard. I definitely plan to make sure I [email protected] everyone knows who their elected How do you plan to motivate sena- communicate with them right away representatives are, because every- tors to fulfill Senate goals? … putting a face to a name and letting Assistant Voice Editor: Maddy one’s opinions matter. Kelsey Vogt, Speaker of I am a firm believer in leading by them know that I am an open book if White the Assembly example. So if I am asking other peo- [email protected] What is one new idea you’d ple to participate in something that see Page A8 like to implement this year? What is your main goal for your I’m saying is super meaningful, if I Q&A Voice Reporter: Brooke Pisciotto I think that our Rise of the Red don’t go to it and I don’t participate, [email protected]

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Spring broken Graphics Editor: Tony Xu [email protected] where along the road, I tore my break free. Apparently, that was to the crutches, I can’t really meniscus, probably by over-ex- frowned upon. Pardon me. carry anything. I won’t even talk Online Editor: Dan Anderson erting my physical capabilities in Eventually I came to my sens- about going to the bathroom and [email protected] pick-up basketball. es, but I think I got my money’s taking a shower. It’s a major loss So I got the pleasure of hav- worth irritating the nurse (sorry, of independence, but it’s taught Social Media Intern: Nicole Castillo ing surgery and the wonderful nursing students). me to be patient and not to take [email protected] things that followed. My parents Once the unconscious por- anything for granted. took me in early in the morning, I tion was over, the recovery was Who am I to complain, Advertising Manager: Hannah slid into everyone’s favorite hos- underway. I was not allowed, though? I didn’t have to lift a Yglesias pital gown and Dr. Greenberg under any circumstances, to finger. I had my family around to [email protected] sliced me open and stitched up bend my leg for the next five help, and they sacrificed a lot of the cartilage. days. As you can imagine, this time for me. I may not have par- Advertising Representative: I had only been under anes- made everyday activities slightly tied at the beach or hit the slopes, Brian Haas thesia on one other occasion – difficult. but I did win a complete game [email protected] when I had my wisdom teeth When I took the wrapping off of Monopoly, read a great book removed. When I woke up that a few days later, I was surprised and watched a portion of every Advertising Representative: time, I felt like I was in heav- to see all the hair on my knee March Madness game. I lost my AJ Lamb en. No worries, somewhat dizzy was shaved off (glad I don’t have ability to walk, but I gained qual- [email protected] AUSTIN SHONE and a little out-of-sorts, but I was to do that on a normal basis). ity time with my family. [email protected] in a slap-happy place. There were three incisions – two So if you see me hobbling my Advisor: Chris Kaergard Assistant Sports Editor They must have given me a for the scope and one where way to class, don’t feel bad. Don’t [email protected] larger dose this time around, or they mended the meniscus. I was walk slow behind me either. Put _ _ _ This spring break was one of a different type, because when I impressed. your blinker on and hop into the most relaxing I’ve ever had. started to “see the light,” I wasn’t Walking on crutches isn’t too the fast lane or challenge me All letters to the editor must be Too relaxing, actually. a happy camper. I remember try- bad if you rule out the ridiculous to a jousting battle. I don’t like received by 5 p.m. Tuesday in Sisson I don’t remember the exact ing to tug off my oxygen mask arm-pit soreness, but since my my chances of survival, but my Hall 319 or emailed to bradleyscout@ moment it happened, but some- like a caged gorilla trying to hands are constantly attached reach is better than yours. gmail.com for inclusion in Friday’s issue. Letters longer than 500 words will not be accepted. The Scout reserves the right to edit letters for inappropri- ate content. All letters must include the writer’s name, contact information and relationship to Bradley. Responses to published letters will be eligible for print only the week following their appearance in the Scout. Any e-mails directed to members of the Scout staff may be published as letters. The Scout is published by members of the undergraduate student body of Bradley University. 24 March, 2017 THE SCOUT B1

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BY BROOKE PISCIOTTO ranging from sexual harassment allegations to cars were malfunctioning and possibly running Voice Reporter [CEO] Kalanick’s abrasive behavior.” on stolen technology.” More and more executives are deciding to quit the ride-sharing company Uber, leaving With rocky relations not only between It just might be time to download Lyft or – the infamously shady business with a shaky drivers and those in upper positions, but also gasp – return to the age-old tradition of hailing foundation and an uncertain future. with customers, Uber’s future is not looking a cab. Stay tuned: the era of “Ubering every- too bright. As they continue to lose revenue where” may soon come to a demise. On March 19, the website Recode was the and employees, the substitute for taxis may not first to report Jeff Jones’ resignation as Chief continue to be as successful as once expected. Operating Officer of Uber after just six months in the position due to differences over “beliefs Through all the bumpy controversies, Uber and approaches to leadership.” has been a pioneer in the rush for self-driving The New York Times also reported Brian cars. The company began testing semi-auton- McClendon, vice president of Maps and Busi- omous cars in Pittsburgh in September 2016, ness Platform, plans to leave at the end of but they’ve been running into a few prob- month. McClendon will be stepping down from lems – sources like Recode have obtained Uber but will continue to be an adviser to the documents from Uber showing how company. the self-driving cars aren’t working as intended. In other words, the technol- A number of other departures from the ogy isn’t quite ready yet. company have also been reported recently, which could mean more trouble for Uber; even Will the company’s service of the company’s own CEO, Trevor Kalanick, is self-driving cars be their saving grace? currently facing controversy. If you haven’t Probably not, according to The Verge, seen the video from a couple weeks ago of him which stated, “Uber has been en- yelling at one of his drivers, definitely give it a gulfed in a new scandal almost watch on Bloomberg or YouTube. every week for the past month, and every single day for the past two According to NPR, “Though Uber has long weeks, from allegations of a toxic, held its reputation as an aggressive startup, the misogynistic workplace to the company has been battling recent controversies, revelation that its self-driving

BY BRIEN JACKSON asts from tinkering with their own cars. Voice Editor However, Apple opposes the bill, citing Just broke your phone? That sucks. The spi- possible breaches in security and safety. If those Apple has been successful with similar der web crack on your screen looks pretty sick, manuals used to fix phones and other things battles before in New York, but luckily for us, though. If you want to get it fixed, you could got into the wrong hands, there could very well huge companies in both the tech and automo- take it to a third-party tech shop (much cheaper be issues with keeping consumer’s informa- tive industries have been fighting an uphill than the the Apple store). tion safe. Instead, Apple and other tech giants battle against these bills. Most people already would rather their consumers just get their pay an arm and a leg for the newest iPhone However, Apple is currently challenging a phones fixed directly through the manufac- or that shiny new car — having to get them bill in Nebraska introduced in January 2017 to turer. repaired through the manufacturer would just prevent you from doing just that … and if they be more of a hassle. win, the only way you can get it repaired is to This is a valid argument, but having manu- go to your local Apple store or send it directly facturers be the only ones that can fix their to the manufacturer. Get ready for this. products could lead to monopolies in the tech- repair industry and inflated prices — which The bill, commonly referred to as the “Right would mean a lot of waiting and frustrated to Repair” bill, allows approved third-party consumers. technology repair shops to obtain the proper manuals and tools needed to repair broken Automotive industry manufacturers have phones, tablets, laptops, computers and other been battling similar bills for a few years now. gizmos. That means tech shops unaffiliated Companies like General Motors would rather with Apple and other manufacturers would be consumers just come to their dealers to fix is- able to fix their products, allowing consumers sues with their vehicles, foregoing the need for to get their stuff fixed easier — and cheaper. your local mechanics and preventing enthusi- B2 THE SCOUT 24 March, 2017

BY JUSTIN RODRIGUEZ-HAND because you looked in the wrong places. Off-staff Reporter Many of us can’t wait for summer to come. Investigate DOs But others (like me) would prefer a little more Do your research. When you find a position ● Take initiative. time to prepare. you are interested in, make sure it fits. Will you ● Stand out. Be noticeable so be capable of doing the tasks? Is it interesting that your employer will remember The three months of summer break is the and/or relevant to what you wish to do? you. perfect opportunity for many things, like taking ● Be passionate. Passion is classes, looking for temporary employment or Do your homework about the company, too. valuable in the workforce, and its finding an internship. But why get an intern- Is it a company worth working for? It makes crucial to take interested in the ship instead of a summer job? you stand out, showing your potential employ- work. ers that you took time to look into the company. ● Learn. Soak it all in because Although internships don’t necessarily the internship can be as educational promise a paycheck, they do allow you to take Apply as it is fulfilling. advantage of learning in a professional environ- The application process could be where you ment while networking in a field of interest. might get stuck. It can be scary and overwhelm- ing, but you don’t have to go at it alone. It only takes three steps to apply to an internship: locate, investigate and apply. If you Being a student (or alumni) at Bradley DON’Ts have the time and chance to apply, why not do University means you can get help, specifically ● Don’t be afraid to ask – it? from the Smith Career Center. If you haven’t whether you are asking questions or been to the Smith Career Center, I advise you to asking for help. Locate check it out; there are experienced people who ● Don’t give up. You made it Online sources can be a great way to find in- can provide expert advice and assistance. If you too far to quit. ternships that interest you. Websites like intern- need help developing a resume, go talk to the ● Don’t burn bridges. You ships.com, indeed.com and looksharp.com offer people at the career center so that you can sub- don’t know if you will be apply- an organized way to search for internship open- mit the best resume for that internship position. ing for a lasting position in that ings in your area and your field. I prefer look- company in the future. Don’t make sharp.com because the site is organized neatly, In the words of Phil Knight, “It is hard enemies with coworkers and main- making searching and applying a lot easier. enough out there. Get all the help you can.” tain a positive attitude overall.

Some opportunities could be limited to spe- Here are a few tips when it comes to being a cific websites, so look thoroughly. You wouldn’t good intern, or at least more selectable. want to miss out on the perfect position just 24 March, 2017 THE SCOUT B3

BY ZACHARY DIXON Off-staff reporter “Daredevil” was a strong start, “Jessica Jones” was a BY BRIEN JACKSON decided to use their student loans to Voice Editor surprise hit, and “Luke Cage” was a solid statement. Yet pay for their spring break. Honestly, it seems the magic has run out for Marvel, because their As college students, we all know this wasn’t a terrible idea — short new Netflix series “Iron Fist” did not deliver on any of spring break can get pretty crazy. sighted, but resourceful. I just hope the hype that surrounded it. It’s a slow burn that fizzles Take a look at some of the craziest they won’t be surprised when they into obscurity rather than blazes an exciting trail. mishaps of spring break 2k17. get a call from Sallie Mae. The plot starts off simple. Danny Rand survived a plane crash 15 years ago and has been training with Doing the “shark shotgun” Knock someone out monks to become the Iron Fist, a mystical warrior and If you haven’t seen the viral (and In Port Aransas, Texas, a large protector of the mythical city Kun’Lun. However, Danny controversial) Instagram video, I’ll group of spring breakers decided abandons his post to return to his home to reclaim his inform you: a group of spring break- to get drunk and fight each other. family company and name, Rand Enterprises. ers used the teeth of a beached shark It got so bad the local police had to to open a can of beer. I know, pretty come out in droves to restore order. The season starts slowly as we are introduced to char- disgusting and cruel … I want to Hopefully no one suffered from any acters and their motivations. And then it goes nowhere fight them. bruises or (spring) broken bones. I’ll with that. see myself out. Jumping in shark tanks is appar- Danny is introduced as a character who wants to ently a stunt trend Some moron gets arrested save the world, which doesn’t mix well with corporate America. His biggest weakness is his naiveté and his Speaking of sharks, there was an A 19-year-old University of Ala- penchant for getting betrayed by everyone while miss- incident of someone jumping into (or bama student got to enjoy his spring ing the blatantly obvious. I found myself tearing my hair being pushed into) a shark tank. With break in jail. He was pulled over by out as the characters had to spoon feed Danny to obvious sharks. That were alive. In the words police for speeding, then arrested for conclusions that everyone else had come to. of Ronald Weasley, “How thick could having seven 30-packs of beer and you get?” marijuana in the center console … Normally, I’d bring up the rest of the cast, but they’re On top of that, he had a fake license all passable. Not a single supporting cast member brings Using loans for spring break saying he was 24. He just might get a anything worthwhile to the table. The Meetchum family Apparently, a group of students whupping when he gets home. look like they belong more in Mad Men than a supernat- ural kung fu show. Meanwhile, Colleen Wing feels like a forced love interest rather than a badass kung fu master in her own right. Even recurring character Claire Temple – who’s been in every Marvel series on Netflix thus far – is there for the sake of a cameo at this point.

The weakest part of almost everything in the Marvel Comic Universe has been the villains, and here they are just as bad. The Hand returns as the sworn enemy of the Iron Fist but, once again, they’re reduced to just being guys that our protagonist has to beat up. Even worse than Daredevil season 2, we’re not even given true moti- vations for them to be in the world. Why are they oppos- ing Danny? Why are they even around? What are their goals? These are the questions we never receive answers to; the only saving grace is Madam Gao, who, if nothing else, is an amusing old lady.

If anything, the fighting choreography should have been a must see, but even that wasn’t memorable. You’d think a man with a glowing fist and martial arts training would be entertaining but the fight scenes, like the poor writing of this show, fell flat almost every time.

There isn’t one thing in “Iron Fist” worth mention- ing. The show isn’t the worst thing I’ve ever seen, but it’s skating the edge. It falls so short of the expectations that have been built up over the past two years of the Netf- lix homebrew. Give it a try yourself, but measure your expectations sharply. B4 24 March, 2017 THE SCOUT DISTRACTIONS Classifieds Classified ads can be submitted to the Scout business BY MADDY WHITE Office in Sisson Hall 321 or by calling the Business -of Assistant Voice Editor more taking-shots-with-friends” songs, rather than drinking-wine-alone songs. fice at (309) 677-3057. Please submit classified ads by 5 Take every preconceived thought you have p.m. Monday for inclusion in the Friday issue. about Drake and throw it away, because March This is an album that you’ll love or hate. 18 he released his new album “More Life,” and it Houses For Rent Drake ran off to find a lot of new sounds this changed my life. 2017-2018 School Year year, and you’ll either enjoy the material he’s Starting June 1, 2017 brought back, or you’ll let him keep running Ok, maybe my life wasn’t changed, but ev- 2, 3, 4, and 5 Bedroom Houses Available. because you are a firm believer the “Summer ery previous Drake album that made me want to All close to campus on: Sixteen, Thank Me Later” Drake reached his watch the rain and think about my heartbreaks Fredonia, Barker peak as an artist. (ex. the album “Take Care”) has nothing on this Cooper, Callender album. Call or Text for more information: 309- If you are someone who thinks the Cana- 472-7386 dian artist should stick to his roots, have no fear, The album is unlike like any of Drake’s pre- this album still caters to you. Songs like “Free vious work. He features lesser-known artists like 1412 W Barker Smoke,” “Portland” and “Gyalchester” still singer Jorja Smith and London-native rapper 3-4 bedroom, 2 bathroom house. Very give off the hip-hop vibe you’re looking for. The Giggs as well as more well-known rappers like close to campus. Washer and dryer. songs that stray away from his more conven- Young Thug and 2 Chainz. Maintenance included. Please call 309- tional style are “Passionfruit,” “Get It Together” 472-7386 to schedule a showing. and “Madiba Riddim.” The album uses different rhythms and sounds that we don’t normally hear from some- 840 Cooper Even if one with the “hip-hop” label attached to their 3 bedroom house located next to campus. you’re a little name. 1.5 bathrooms, New carpet, central air skeptical, this conditioning, washer and dryer, dish- whole album is According to a spin.com music review, washer, 2 car garage. Maintenance in- worth listening “More Life” exhibits “highly rewarding under- cluded. to at least once ground subgenre of British dance music called Please call 309-472-7386 to schedule a because every funky house, which blended traditional house showing. now and then with polyrhythms influenced by the percussion artists running of Africa.” 1522 Callender with new ideas 3-4 bedroom house. 1.5 bathrooms, Great return with Similar to his last hit “One Dance,” Drake location, washer and dryer, something samples various dancehall and tribal beats in a dishwasher, maintenance included. New worth while. few of his songs on “More Life,” making them paint, nice brick patio in backyard.

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Industry professionals to visit Soft Skills Symposium BY MITCHELL TAYLOR Internships, said. “[There will be] “It’s really good for not only soft skills development. She’s a role work, as they may be hindered by our News Reporter a keynote, breakout sessions and upperclassmen who will be entering model.” attachment to technology. lunchtime roundtable discussions, the work place soon, but for freshmen Junior criminal justice major “In the workforce, you’re going The Smith Career Center will host and we thought the students could and everyone going into an intern- Brandon Sheraden will be hosting a to need to relate to other people, and a Soft Skills Symposium, the first of kind of come and go as it fits their ship,” Koeltzow said. “You want to session on diversity and inclusion, you need to develop these skills,” its kind, March 29 and 30. Sponsored class schedule.” start demonstrating these profession- and he said he believes the topic is Sheraden said. “Because if you don’t by Caterpillar Inc., this event will Koeltzow said she hopes students al skills right away.” important in everyone’s personal and do it now, once you get out there and feature presentations and discussions utilize the program to improve their According to Koeltzow, the break- professional development. you try to talk to someone, it won’t from prominent Peoria leaders on skills before entering real-world pro- out sessions seek to educate and “It’s important in itself because end up too well.” various topics, including profession- fessional settings. develop skills that aren’t formally once you get in the work force or Other speakers include Lisa alism, critical thinking and cultural “We want there to be a program taught in the classroom. even in a group project here on Plantamura from UnityPoint Health sensitivity. where students can reflect and think A keynote speaker for the pro- campus, you’ll meet people from all and Steve Lawrence from Caterpillar, The aim of the program is to about where they’re at with their gram is New York Times best-selling different kinds of backgrounds and among others. benefit students and faculty from the soft skills and maybe leave the ses- author Lindsey Pollak, who is recog- socioeconomic statuses,” Sheraden Advanced registration for the insights of local professionals and to sions with ways they can improve,” nized for being outspoken on how said. “You get to see different view- event is being taken now for the learn how they can develop their own Koeltzow said. young professionals can succeed in points of topics that you’re discussing symposium, which will begin in the soft skills with others and within the The program will also include today’s work environment. that you may not have thought of Student Center Ballroom at 2 p.m. workplace. a lunch buffet and a chance to net- “[Pollak] came here very early before … and also just how to relate March 29 and continue at 10 a.m. “We designed the program like work with companies from Bradley’s on in her career … we’ve wanted to to one another.” March 30. Registration can be found you would a professional develop- employer advisory board, which get [her] back to Bradley for many Sheraden said he also believes peo- on the Smith Career Center’s website. ment conference,” Dawn Koeltzow, Koeltzow said will benefit students of years,” Koeltzow said. “She’s the per- ple should take their time to develop Director of the Springer Center for all years and majors. fect mentor for professionalism and skills like communication and team-

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SULLIVAN she is passionate about — the female Lewer said he views Sullivan as a figure to motivate them. tion,” Lewer said. population. role model. “Students are going to come away According to Sullivan, she said a continued from page A1 Sullivan said she utilizes her role “She has to overcome more obsta- from [the McCord lecture], I hope, specific African proverb represents in the Caterpillar Foundation to edu- cles than [the average person], and inspired to knock down those chal- her view of how the Caterpillar sured the improvement. cate young girls and women by using yet, she’s been able to do it, so it lenges they see in front of them- Foundation should be run. Additionally, another perspective Caterpillar’s brand and reputation. makes her an inspiration,” Lewer said. selves, to [not] take ‘No’ for an “If you want to go fast, go alone,” of the slogan “Together. Stronger.” McCord Professor of Executive Lewer said hopefully students will answer, to overcome life’s challenges Sullivan said. “If you want to go far, is “To get her. Stronger.”, which rep- Management Development Joshua also see Sullivan as an inspirational and move forward in a positive direc- go together.” resents another issue Sullivan said

ELECTION at least two candidates running for candidacy forms due?’ or ‘What’s the tions, we should have pretty much system, so we don’t have to take two each [SBO] position,” Dellaria said. “I process?’” a full senate except for the fresh- or three meetings explaining rules continued from page A3 think because the process was pushed However, Dellaria said the new man seats, so … they’ll have two and going over that stuff in the fall.” up so early this year, people might system should make for a smooth practice [General Assemblies] at the According to Dellaria, the number Dellaria. not have been aware. I know a lot of transition within Senate. end of the semester,” Dellaria said. of senator seats will slightly increase “Typically, in the past, it has been people have been asking, ‘When are “Technically, by the end of elec- “Everyone else will be used to the from 46 seats to 47.

Q&A drive … [and] utilizing the Hilltop some organizations that didn’t get With a limited budget … We 2. Making sure our diversity Happenings to communicate differ- funding and I know that really hurt should put our money where our groups on campus have the support continued from page A6 ent events, too. them ... I know we can only do so mouth is and make sure the money is they need and making sure Bradley is much with the money we have, but if going to those who need it. a place of inclusivity and support for they have some event that they want there is any way that I can individual- each other. us to broadcast or they want us to be Luke Versweyveld, ly step up and help them get funding What are the three main issues 3. [I want to] advocate for all at or whatever it may be. Secretary of Finance in other ways … I would love to see facing Bradley? organizations [and sit] down with that happen. 1. School spirit doesn’t always presidents for as many organizations How will you best organize and What is one new initiative you have to be tied with athletic success. as I can to maintain positive relation- facilitate Senate records? would like to see implemented? What would you like to work on I think we are doing a really good job ships. [I will be] working with Google I think that last year there [were] next year? with the Rise of the Red.

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After compiling a 14-11 record in its non-conference season, the Bradley women’s softball team began its Missouri Valley Conference season this past weekend by dropping two of three games at Southern Illinois. Saturday’s doubleheader saw the Braves struggle to get much going at the plate. The Braves only scored one run in each game as SIU hurlers Brianna Jones and Savanna Dover both went the distance in their starts, beating the Braves 6-1 and 2-1. “They are two of the best pitchers in the conference,” head coach Amy Hayes said. “They do a good job of throwing a pretty big mix. Some of their success is going to depend on what the zone is like. We just didn’t do a very good job of making adjustments from at-bat to at-bat.” In game three, the Bradley hitters made the necessary adjustments at the plate. The Salukis took a one-run lead into the seventh inning, but the Braves rallied. “Our approach to game three was to focus in on the little things that can make the biggest difference in the game,” senior center fielder Caitlyn McCarron said. “For hitters, it was to make the adjustments as soon as we can. Our team does an excellent job of keeping our composure no matter the situation we are in or who is playing. We all have confidence in one another to get the job at hand done.” Senior Caitlyn McCarron hit the go-ahead home run in Sunday’s win over SIU. photo via Bradley University Marketing Senior left fielder Kelly Kapp led off the frame with a single, That gave the Braves a 6-5 After dropping the first two have in the MVC tournament.” the first inning and never looked and McCarron delivered the lead going into the bottom of the games of the series, McCarron said Kapp also set the Bradley record back as they went on to win 7-1. go-ahead two-run homer. seventh when senior pitcher Jaelen getting the win in the third and for career steals this weekend The Braves will continue “My goal was to just get the Hull closed out the game to earn final game was very important. with 90 while also becoming conference play this weekend at ball in play and do the best I could her seventh win of the season. “Now that we are in conference, the third player in Bradley Evansville with a double-header to get Kapp in,” McCarron said. “[Hull] has really embraced this every win and loss makes a history to notch 200 career hits. at noon Saturday and game “When I saw the ball in the zone, I role as a closer for us,” Hayes said. difference in our record,” McCarron Bradley also dropped a mid- three at the same time Sunday. knew I wasn’t going down without “You don’t always see that in softball. said. “One win or loss can determine week non-conference game at a fight, and then all of a sudden I think [sophomore pitchers] Julie where we are ranked overall for Illinois Wednesday night. The I saw it go over the fence, and I Kestas and Megan Mahaffey set the conference, and the higher up Fighting Illini got out to a 4-0 couldn’t contain my excitement.” her up really well this weekend.” the ranking, the better seat we lead after three Bradley errors in Tennis proves vulnerable in Vegas

reflect that.” Tyler said his confidence in the out of the lineup with an injury, the same house and were together BY NICK KONOW Family bragging rights were on team remains unshaken. and we were still able to come out, a lot of the time both on and off the Off-staff Reporter the line the next day as Bradley “I think the first two days we play well and get the win,” Tyler court,” Dechter said. “We really faced off against Rutgers. In a were adjusting to playing in a said. did everything together. We went The Bradley tennis team matchup of sibling head coaches, different atmosphere,” Tyler said. Although the Braves were only on a team hike, and we got the traveled to Las Vegas over spring older brother Tyler took on his “We played Rutgers just as tough able to pick up one win over the chance to walk around and see break to take on Rutgers, Southern younger sister Hilary Ritchie, head as we did UNLV, and I know that trip, Tyler said he was happy that some of the sights. I think we’re Utah and nationally ranked coach of the Scarlet Knights. we’re capable of beating teams like the team was able to get some coming together great as a team. University of Nevada, Las Vegas. “I was nervous for it, and I them, it’s just a matter of getting experience playing in outdoor We cheer for each other, and we’re On the first day of play, the knew they were a very good team over the hump.” conditions. all there for each other when we Braves took on No. 45 ranked going in,” Tyler said. “It was Whether that “hump” was According to Tyler, playing need it.” UNLV. The Runnin’ Rebels certainly one that I wanted to win, mental or physical, Bradley got outside is important for the team, downed Bradley in a 7-0 sweep. but I don’t think we approached over it on their final day in Las especially as it moves closer Despite the loss, head coach it any differently than we do any Vegas against Southern Utah. The toward the conference season. Matt Tyler said he was happy with other match.” Braves were able to earn a 5-2 win While the trip helped get the the effort his team gave. The lone bright spot in the over the Thunderbirds, ending team ready for the start of the Nick Konow is a sophomore sports “For all three matches in Las match came when junior Aimee their spring break trip on a high conference season, it also helped communication major from Chicago. Vegas, I thought we played well, Manfredo rallied for a 3-set win note. solidify team morale, and senior He is an off-staff reporter for The but I think we could have played at No. 5 singles. She earned the “We played our best tennis of Ariel Dechter said she is happy Scout. better,” Tyler said. “Against team’s only point in the match as the trip on Wednesday,” Tyler said. with the way the team is coming Direct questions or comments can nationally ranked UNLV, I thought Bradley fell to the Scarlet Knights “People were playing a position together. be directed to [email protected]. we played them really tough even 6-1. higher from three on up because “The trip gave us the chance to edu. though the score didn’t necessarily Even with two straight losses, [freshman] Natalia Barbery was bond as a team. We all stayed in 24 March, 2017 A10 THE SCOUT SPORTS One-on-One Who will win the NCAA Tournament? North Carolina Tar Heels Kansas Jayhawks

Kansas will win the NCAA North Carolina has been one tournament this year. The team of the most dominant teams in the boasts a 30-4 record and won the country all year, and I see no reason regular season Big 12 title. Now why the Tar Heels won’t come out the Jayhawks have rolled into on top in the end this year’s tourna- the Sweet Sixteen with wins over ment. UC-Davis and Michigan State. The Tar Heels boast one of the Kansas can score unlike any strongest front courts in the nation, other team in the tournament. led by Kennedy Meeks and Isaiah They averaged 83.4 points per game Hicks. Their depth in the frontcourt throughout the regular season and has allowed them to dominate the seem to be continuing their high boards this season as they led the scoring with 190 points in their first nation with 43.8 rebounds per game. two games of the tournament. When you can dominate the battle The Jayhawks are led by senior of the boards this late in the season, guard Frank Mason III, who averag- that gives you a significant advan- es over 20 points per game. Guards tage over the opposition. Josh Jackson and Devonte’ Graham The rebounding advantage leads average 16.6 and 13.3 points per to more transition opportunities and, game, respectively. The Jayhawks hence, more scoring. Justin Jackson can also shoot the three ball, rank- and Joel Berry II anchor a solid ing in the top 10 nationally, which offensive unit that has been terror- can be an important factor in a tight izing opponents all year, especially photo by Justin Limoges game. in the tournament. Another big factor in the NCAA Besides their obvious advantages tournament is location. Though over most opponents, they have a photo via bradleybraves.com games are played at neutral loca- pretty weak path from here to the tions, the next two games for the Final Four. They take on Butler Jayhawks will be played in Kansas today, an undersized team who relies City, which is just down the road photo via Bradley University Marketing on the dribble-drive penetration to from Lawrence. Playing in front of photo via Scout Archives win. It’s tough to get in the paint a heavy home crowd can be a huge Junior Ethan Brue’s strong play helped the Braves win both of their Spring Break Tournaments. against North Carolina’s athletic advantage in the playoffs. guards and massive forwards. Finally, Bill Self has won it all If they win today, then they’ll before, including multiple trips to face either UCLA or Kentucky, both Golfers dominate down south the Elite Eight and Final Four. Self of which rely on the jump shot and is one of the top coaches in college BY JOSH NELSON matched the lowest round in destination for us in the sense transition opportunities to win. basketball and one of his strengths Sports Reporter Good luck making enough shots and school history with a five-under that the conditions can be pretty is being able to make major adjust- grabbing enough rebounds against 66, was a big reason the Braves similar to the Midwest,” head ments throughout games. the Tar Heels, guys. The men’s and women’s golf were able to come out victorious. coach Mary Swanson said. “It Kansas is the clear winner of Are you going to listen to Cole, teams both found success over “He really stayed patient,” was a little cooler and windy … the tournament this year. Arizona who’s endorsing Bill Self of all spring break in their respective Roche said. “He didn’t get ahead I honestly feel like because of the may look good, but the West Coast people, king of the early tournament is soft, and you can’t trust anyone tournaments, with the men taking of himself. With golf being a four- conditions, the girls know, ‘Hey, exit? Kansas is lucky to make it who thinks otherwise. first place in the Bradley Spring and-a-half hour long game, as we can get this done even in tough this far. Go with the right choice in Break Invitational in Dallas over you get going and you get going conditions.’” North Carolina.

spring break and the women really well, there’s a lot of time in The women’s team also finished – Alex Kryah – Cole Bredahl earning a second place finish. between shots to start thinking too second at the Cardinal Challenge The men controlled the far ahead. He really just stayed in Beaumont, Texas, last weekend. The men’s team travels to Invitational from start to finish as patient and hit each shot as it As a team, the Braves shot 909 committed to whatever it took to Normal to participate in the I-74 they took a 26-shot lead heading came.” over the three-day tournament, get the ball in the hole,” Swanson Individual Challenge tomorrow into the second day where they The women’s second place finishing behind NIU. said. “She didn’t let either a bad while the women’s team is shot a 278, good enough for the finish was powered by its second- Junior Ally Scaccia was a key swing or a bad hole or two get gearing up for the Bradley Spring lowest team round in program lowest 54-hole score on the season contributor to the women’s team in her way. She really was able Invitational next Saturday, April history. with a three-round total of 909, success last week, as she finished to recover quickly. I think she 1, at Weaver Ridge Golf Club in Following the opening round which also tied the 10th lowest tied for seventh in Dallas and then just handled adversity well and Peoria. dominance, the Braves finished 54-hole score in program history. tied for fourth in Beaumont. trusted that her short game could at 18-over par (858) on the “Dallas is a great spring break “I think she just really bail her out when she needed it.” tournament, which was also the lowest 54-hole score in school history. Men’s head coach Jeff Roche attributed the achievements to the weather and exceptional play. “The first day, the temperatures were cool and it was pretty windy, Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday and it kind of played havoc with March 24 March 25 March 26 March 27 March 28 the other teams while we were able to stay in there,” Roche said. Saint Louis/IUPUI “Then the last day, we just really Tennis Renaissance Coliseum played solid and such that it 9 AM / 6 PM created a bigger margin that way.” The men then competed in RMU Peoria RMU Springfield Eureka College Illinois the Twin Oaks Intercollegiate Baseball Dozer Park Dozer Park Dozer Park Champaign on Monday and Tuesday in 6 PM 2 PM 2 PM 6 PM Springfield, Missouri, where they finished in first again. The Braves Evansville (DH) Evansville Evansivlle, IN Evansivlle, IN trailed Missouri State by two shots Softball heading into the final day when 12 PM 12 PM they shot a two-under 282 to win I-74 Individual the tournament. Men’s Golf Challenge Junior Zach Jewell, who Normal 24 March, 2017 A11 SPORTS THE SCOUT Tough schedule tests baseball team BY ALEX KRYAH Sports Editor

The Bradley baseball team hasn’t had it easy in its first month and a half. The Braves have played the 13th toughest schedule in the country to date, according to various college baseball sources, and the difficult competition has contributed to the team’s 6-12 record. Digging a little deeper than the record, Bradley’s Rating Percentage Index (RPI) is 62. That means if the season ended today, the Braves would be receiving an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament, which is optimal for the Braves. “I’m feeling good,” Dominguez said. “I think we’re right where we should be. Obviously we’d like to win a couple more games … we just have to somehow find a way to win.” Unfortunately, wins have been a bit tough to come by lately. Bradley has dropped three of its last six games, including a 12-1 drubbing by Iowa on Wednesday. The Braves allowed all 12 runs in the first and third innings, and Dominguez said that is where the game was lost. Freshman Ryan Hodgett started the game on the mound and only lasted one inning, allowing a pair of free base runners and a grand slam to set the tone for the game. Sophomore Matthew Richey relieved Hodgett but delivered similar results. Richey allowed six runs on two hits and four walks, which have plagued Bradley recently. “We can’t throw strikes,” Dominguez said. “We put ourselves in a hole, and when they do get a hit, we ended up giving up a grand slam … you can’t continue to do that and have a chance [to win]. I think Sophomore Luke Mangieri has led the Braves offense this year with a .384 batting average. photo via Scout Archives our guys are just pressing a little bit, but somehow, some way we have to putting on too many free runners,” runs a game and have a team on-base opponent from scoring.” charts even faster than we have been.” attack the strike zone.” Dominguez said. “It’s just a matter percentage of .359. Dominguez said Falling behind early in games The Braves finally return home Aside from the free passes, early of guys being able to command the he is confident putting out any lineup has limited what the Braves can do after 18-consecutive road games to runs have been a problem for the strike zone, and it’s tough to play of hitters, which is crucial as the offensively, Dominguez said. Once start the season. The men host Robert Braves. In each of its last three losses, from behind all the time. Even though conference season looms. they solidify their starting pitching, Morris-Peoria at 6 p.m. tonight, Bradley has allowed four or more we’re scoring a lot of runs and hitting “Everybody is just producing, and Dominguez said he is confident the Robert Morris-Springfield at 2 p.m. runs in the first three innings. Going the ball extremely well, we have to we’ve been able to produce runs wins will start coming. Saturday and Eureka College at 2 p.m. down early in a ballgame takes a have better starting pitching.” one through nine, and we’ve even The key to fixing the pitching Sunday. burden on the offense, Dominguez The offense, as Dominguez had some guys who’ve come off the woes? Simple – throw strikes. said, and is certainly not a recipe for mentioned, has been operating like bench who’ve done well when given “Our strength of schedule isn’t success. a well-oiled machine this season. The the opportunities,” Dominguez said. easy,” Dominguez said. “If we can “We are just beating ourselves by Braves are averaging just over six “It’s just a matter of [stopping] an [throw strikes], we can climb the Opinion March monikers various (Max) Hazzard[s] and hope courts across the country. (Eli) Cain cause them to (Tres) Tinkle. This year, BY AUSTIN SHONE filled with food, allowing fans to fill no one gets held (Will) Ransom by was a (Kethan) Savage who killed his I already (Trevon) Bluiett. 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INSIDE: Golfers Dominate The men’s golf team earned a Baseball A11 pair of titles, inclusing setting a Softball A9 school record, over spring break. @ScoutSportsDesk SPORTSSPORTS Page A10 www.bradleyscout.com Zach Jewell Tennis to the Coliseum BY ALEX KRYAH time, what a cool experience. Sports Editor Very rarely do tennis players get to play in front of a crowd like Playing indoors is nothing that.” new to the Bradley women’s Parker said he initially came tennis team. Most of the team’s up with the idea for the indoor home matches this season have meet while walking along the been played at the Clubs at River Coliseum concourse in January. City, an indoor tennis facility. Once he and head coach Matt But for the first time ever, Tyler began discussing the the tennis team will host the plan, Tyler found Flex Court “Coliseum Classic,” as it bring its International, and from there, he competition to the Renaissance said everything seemed to fall Coliseum. into place. “I hope people recognize what “You kind of get excited about a unique event this is going to be,” an idea, and pieces came together Bobby Parker, associate athletic fairly quickly,” Parker said. “There director for communications was a weekend that presented and operations, said. “We’re not itself as a good opportunity, aware of anyone ever hosting a and the ball just kind of started dual tennis match inside their rolling pretty quickly.” basketball arena, so I hope people The planning for the Classic want to see the novelty and want has taken less than two months, to support the tennis program.” which made the last couple The Coliseum court, which months of the season difficult for normally hosts the volleyball Tyler. However, he said it will and women’s basketball teams, ultimately make the Classic more experienced a makeover rewarding. Thursday as the hardwood court “I wish we would have had was topped with synthetic panels like, a year, to plan for it because across the entire floor. it’s been kind of manic,” Tyler By playing the event in the said. “We did it on a really coliseum, Parker and head coach tight timetable, which I think Matt Tyler said they expect to has actually been good because host over 1,000 fans with hopes we’ve been able to create a lot of of breaking the collegiate tennis excitement ... It’s not announcing attendance record of 1,032 from it a year ago and people forgetting 2016 in a match between Florida about it. We’ve made this big and Georgia. push of making [it] visible for “Most of the time, our highest everyone.” attendance numbers are 40-50 Tyler said he gives Parker “99 people on a great day,” Tyler said. percent of the credit” for the photo by Justin Limoges “To have several hundred, hoping project, saying that Parker has Junior Alejandra de Lasa is 1-4 this year in singles play and 1-1 in doubles play. for over 1,000 is maybe a little organized most of the marketing intimidating, but at the same initiatives and the rest of the logistics. Parker said he’s been affect the play of the team, senior Tickets for the event are free doing the best he can to organize Ashley Thai said the biggest to students, faculty and staff, an event that has never previously hurdle will be mentally handling and you can purchase a “VIP been done at Bradley. the sheer number of fans. experience” for $100, which The court surface is markedly “I am really excited but also includes preferred seating, different than anything the extremely nervous,” Thai said. admittance to the hospitality women have ever played on, too. “As tennis players, unless you’re room, catered breakfast and Tyler said the surface is almost going pro, you’re never going to dinner and an hour of court time like “a cheese grater,” which will get to experience anything like from March 23 to 26. limit the amount sliding and will this, so I don’t think any of us are The Braves play St. Louis create a slower pace of play. prepared for what we’re going to at 9 a.m. and IUPUI at 6 p.m Though the court surface will be feeling.” tomorrow.

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