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HEADLINES How to hide a million dollars Panama Papers reveal corruption. Page 3 Coach David Neville is in recruiting Taylor’s own American players competed for the one million Peeling back going on FOX’s original TV hero. A FOX employee direct-mes- dollar prize money. The individuals show, “American Grit” saged Neville on Twitter asking him are assigned into four groups of four The Onion to be a part of the show in October. as they take on military-grade, surviv- Connor Rowland Through various interviews and eval- al-themed challenges. Contributor uations, Neville was eventually select- “All of them have amazing back- ed to be one of the contestants. FOX grounds,” Neville said. “Whose will- David Neville, already a highly deco- saw Neville as a fit for the show due power is stronger to hold on and to rated member of Taylor’s staff, con- to his involvement in the Olympic outlast someone else? That is what tinues adding accomplishments to games along with his Christian faith it is really about. You go through his resume. Not every small NAIA and morals. those challenges, you push yourself school can boast a gold and bronze Filmed in December, the 10-ep- through things you’ve never experi- Olympic recipient head coach. isode competition series starring enced before.” Even fewer can claim that their WWE superstar John Cena features 16 In order to be crowned the winner of head track and field coach starred hand-picked contestants that repre- the million dollars of prize money, the Taylor alumnus is now a senior on a FOX original TV show entitled sent every aspect of the fitness world. entire team must be dedicated to the writer at ClickHole. Page 3 “American Grit.” Bodybuilders, yoga instructors, Olym- military ethos, “No man left behind.” In Social media served a pivotal role pic athletes and former NFL football an interview conducted by FOX, Cena Bringing the weighed in on his TV series. pieces together “The U.S. Military is the epitome of resolve and dedication, which is why I am so excited to be a part of ‘Amer- Photograph provided by Olugbenro Ogunsemore, FOX Neville won gold and bronze ican Grit,’” Cena said. “This show will medals in the 2008 Olympics. not only be a challenging and fierce competition, but it will give viewers “You have to outlast whoever a glimpse into the perseverance and else is up there with you,” Neville training of the men and women of the said. “Who can stand the longest? Armed Forces.” Who can deal with the most pain? A “Cadre” or mentor leads their Who can push their body to go fur- Senior graphic design students prepare group of contenders. The four Cad- ther than anybody else? What kind for show this Friday. Page 6 res include Rorke Denver, Noah Gal- of things are you going to put your loway, Tawanda Hanible and Nick body through to make it back to the Ideology, our idol Irving, each with extensive back- show. I think it was awesome to ex- Truth-seeking without an agenda. Page 7 grounds in the top branches of the perience that, go through that and U.S. Armed Forces. still be living!” Trojans split Throughout the show, the real-life “American Grit” is produced by Left- doubleheader at heroes extend their first-hand expe- field Pictures, most commonly known Spring Arbor rience to help each individual com- for their breakout TV series “Pawn Errors prove to be team’s downfall. Page 8 petitor achieve the level of American Stars.” Despite their success within the Grit while the athletes battle seem- world of pawning, Leftfield Pictures

Photograph provided by Michael Lavine, FOX ingly impossible mental and physi- delved into a completely different John Cena and the four American heroes provide leadership to the contestants. cal challenges. Grit continues on page 2

WEEKEND WEATHER repairs will cost around $7,500. structural integrity of the Tower. Another pending cost is repair- Beyond Taylor’s campus, the wind Today ing the hammer throw cage behind upended three semi-trucks on I-69 the football fieldhouse. Grounds has during whiteout conditions late Sat- 45° tied tractors to it to brace it against urday afternoon, according to Lieu- 26° the wind, though it was bent out of tenant Jeremy Kelly with the Indiana shape and will require further re- State Police Peru. Kelly said no one Timber!Strong winds fell trees entirely dead inside, Shanebrook said. inforcement. If fixed by a service, was harmed, although the wind did Saturday and inflict damage Grounds employees worked 29 repairs will cost about $2,000, Shane- cause property damage. around campus hours on Sunday and Monday to brook said. Sergeant Ron Galaviz of the Indiana 40° clean up the remains from the oak In the heart of campus, it’s hard to State Police Ft. Wayne, said the trucks 23° Becca Robb tree. Using a couple of chainsaws, miss the yellow caution tape strung probably upended because they were News Co-Editor they chopped the tree into small- around the Bell Tower. Eley said they empty, or a load may have shifted in- er, more manageable pieces, some found pieces of brick on the ground side. He said drivers should be espe- Sunday Last Saturday, winds in excess of of which were tossed into a chipper. around the tower and roped off the cially cautious around trucks, the 60 mph swept through Upland and Shanebrook estimated the total cost area until further inspection. Con- sides of which like sails in the wind. 56° wreaked havoc on Taylor’s campus. of labor and grinding the stump will tractors will evaluate the Tower to “You never know what will happen,” 49° Facilities Service Director Greg be about $654. He said they saved determine any necessary repairs to Galaviz said. Eley, who’s lived in the area for near- about $1,500 by cleaning it up them- keep passersby safe and ensure the [email protected] ly a decade, said this was the worst selves instead of using a tree service. FOLLOW US wind he’s ever seen in Upland. Besides the oak, several other trees Several trees went down on campus also were damaged. Students walk- @TheEcho_Taylor during Saturday afternoon. Perhaps ing between Wengatz and the library @TheEcho_Sports the most visible was the 186-year old may have noticed that the flowering oak tree that stood between Wengatz pear tree lost a large branch, though and the Memorial Prayer Chapel. Shanebrook said the pear tree should Senior Thomas Holton, a grounds survive the trauma. A couple of ash Facebook.com/ student employee, was one of the first trees near the president’s house also TaylorUniversityEcho to notice the oak tree’s fall. Holton fell this weekend. was on the phone when it fell around However, the community mem- 3 p.m. As soon as he heard the crash, bers don’t need to worry about Tay- he wrapped up his phone conversa- lor’s deforestation. President Eugene tion and called Kerry Shanebooks, Habecker’s policy is to replace each @TaylorU_Echo grounds superintendent. Shane- dead tree by planting two new trees, brooks rushed to the scene within mostly hardwoods like oaks. minutes and set up barricades around The same wind that stripped the tree as a safety precaution. branches off of trees also tore shin- Holton said he was surprised the gles off of several roofs.Th e roofs of TheEchoNews.com tree didn’t completely uproot. The Wengatz, Olsen, Boyd, Sickler and bottom of the tree was rotted out Samuel Morris were particularly af- from termites or ants, but it wasn’t fected, and Eley estimated roofing SUBSCRIBE TO The Echo! Print and electronic subscriptions available at bit.ly/echo-subscribe CONTENTS News...... Pgs 1–2 World & National...... Pg 3 Features...... Pg 3 Life & Times...... Pgs 4–5 A&E...... Pg 6 Opinions...... Pg 7 Sports...... Pg 8 Photograph by Fayth Glock Photograph by Mindy Wildman Employees spent about 29 hours cleaning up debris from the fallen oak tree. Grounds employees found pieces of broken brick underneath the Tower. “We have been blessed with a group of men firmly grounded in the idea that we play for one reason, and that is bringing glory to his kingdom through r u g b y.”

The four-year payoff 2 TheEchoNews.com NEWS April 8, 2016 FRIDAY Taylor updates sexual violence procedures Campus Climate survey survey to better understand the needs coordinators and deputy coordinators, to expand its own definition of “sexu- Trudeau said all of the changes were part of larger sexual of their student population. who handle investigations of alleged al misconduct” to encompass all sex, intended to empower the complain- violence campaign “When they say ‘suggestion,’ that’s a Title IX breaches at Taylor. Trudeau, whether consensual or nonconsensu- ants to make informed decisions and suggestion that carries a lot of weight,” the Title IX coordinator at Taylor, said al, so the number of internal reports to keep the Taylor community safe. Julia Oller & Cassidy Grom Trudeau said. “If the Department of the university has conducted four in- and investigations may rise. “Ultimately this is all about empow- Co-Editor in Chief & News Co-Editor Education suggests (something), you vestigations this year, all of which were “Sexual misconduct would be con- ering the person making the com- do it .” resolved within Taylor. sensual relationships between men plaint, whether they decide to press Fifty-one percent of the students who Even before they conducted the sur- A report only moves from an in- and women that go beyond our life- charges or not,” Trudeau said. took the Campus Climate survey of vey, the administration took strides to ternal investigation to a legal proce- style covenants,” Trudeau said. If you or another member of the Tay- fall 2015 knew where to locate Tay- better educate campus leaders about dure if the complainant chooses to For now, a new Title IX policy man- lor community has experienced sexu- lor’s policies regarding sexual assault the policies and procedures. Returning take their complaint to court. There ual, which is currently in progress, will al assault or harassment, tell a PA, hall and harassment. PAs noticed that Title IX issues were have not been any such proceedings include consent and amnesty policies director or member of the counseling Senior Audra Reber said she is aware covered more in-depth during train- in the last ten years, according to the for the first time. Trudeau said the center to receive guidance. that such a policy exists but cannot re- ing for the 2015-16 school year. Department of Education’s Office for policy committee researched Messi- [email protected] member reading it. Junior Tia Etter, a second-year PA in Civil Rights. ah, Gordon and Wheaton’s policies in “I’m guessing the policy would be English Hall, said she doesn’t remem- Trudeau said the university plans preparation for the final draft. listed online somewhere,” she said. ber much about the training for the The survey, featuring questions re- 2014-15 school year, but this year she lated to Taylor’s sexual assault and said the organizers talked extensively harassment awareness and safety about Title IX policy and procedure. SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVEY measures, involved responses from PAs attended a breakout group dedi- 441 students, faculty and staff mem- cated to Title IX and some practiced 27.65% bers. This was the first survey specifi- scenarios involving sexual harass- cally addressing these topics at Taylor, ment cases during a “Behind Closed according to Skip Trudeau, vice presi- Doors” session. dent of student development. “I was very impressed with training 59.09% Trudeau explained that the Campus (this) year,” Etter said. “I wish more Climate survey is part of a larger ini- people could go through the training tiative to ensure that Taylor complies program.” 10.61% with federal Title IX policies. Passed in Trudeau hopes to inform more stu- 1972, one section of Title IX states that dents about their Title IX rights and educational institutions must not dis- responsibilities. Before students can 2.65% criminate based on sex if they want to register for their Spring 2017 classes, receive federal funds. they must check a box confirming they In 2011, the Department of Educa- have read the Taylor University Sexu- 100% tion’s Office of Civil Rights issued the al Assault and Violence Policy, which “Sexual assault could occur in the Taylor University community.” “Dear Colleague” letter, which provid- can currently be found in the student ed additional guidelines for enforcing handbook or by Googling the title.

Title IX adherence. The letter suggest- Later this month, Taylor will host Illustrated by Isabelle Kroeker ed that schools conduct an annual a Title IX training seminar for Title IX Above: a response from the student body to one of 15 questions on the Campus Climate Survey.

the game. We are very small compared service and they have worked with to most teams . . . and most of our guys Carpenter’s Hands in the past. This never picked up a (rugby) ball until year, they raked and bagged leaves The four-year payoff coming to Taylor,” said sophomore for members of the community. Serv- Aaron Hussey. ing those in need and respecting oth- Rugby matches can involve up to er teams has helped to further unite a 15 players per team on one field, with team that is comprised mostly of re- up to eight replacements. Each play- turning athletes. er usually has a special skill set that “We have been blessed with a suits them for a certain position, but group of men firmly grounded in the they are not limited to one spot on the idea that we play for one reason, and field. Taylor’s team has 16 men this that is bringing glory to his kingdom year, meaning each player has less through rugby,” said junior captain time to rest. Eric Castiglia. Though many spectators were not Castiglia also said that the team’s very familiar with the rules of rug- tournament win gives them more cred- by, Aaron’s brother, senior Will Hus- ibility among teams from schools such sey, said that the victory was worth as IWU, Anderson and Indiana-Purdue the hard work the team has exhibit- Fort Wayne. ed all year. “Rugby is not for the faint of heart, “No one sees the late night winter but for those who stuck with it they are practices in the KSAC or the freezing now reaping the benefits,” said Casti- cold practices in the rain,” said Will glia. “This is huge for our club and lets Hussey. “It sounds cliché, but it is so other schools know that Taylor is not important to us because of all the hard to be taken lightly on the rugby pitch.” work we have put i n .” Despite the excitement of the tour- That work includes conducting nament on Saturday, the rugby team’s themselves well as a team, both within work is hardly finished. Their last and without matches. Rugby is known home game will take place on Satur- Photograph provided by Eric Castiglia The team prays before each game and asks their opposing team if they can pray with them afterward. as an especially aggressive sport, and day, April 23, and, if this week is any in- Taylor’s team has a firm no-fighting dication, the athletes will still be riding Men’s rugby team wins After four years of tenacious ef- champions of the Indiana Rugby Foot- policy on the field.Th e men host reg- a wave of success. first championship fort and faithful witness on and off ball Union (IRFU) and beating out ular worship nights and they pray to- “When you work that hard and don’t the field, the men of Taylor’s rugby six other teams. While the team has gether before each game. They even win, it feels like you put in a full day’s Anna Oelerich team now have a first-place trophy placed in previous tournaments, it had ask opposing teams if they can pray work and didn’t get paid,” said Will Contributor to celebrate. never claimed a victory. with them once the game is over—an Hussey. “Well, on Saturday, we got paid The team won their very first tour- “I think this (win) is significant be- offer that has yet to be declined. for four years of work, and it felt go o d .” nament last Saturday, becoming the cause of our size and background of The team also values community [email protected]

Grit continued from page 1 long distances. I don’t do that. I was considers all of his opportunities to realm of television entertainment with a sprinter. So that was a whole differ- perform on the global platform as “American Grit.” ent aspect for me,” Neville said. “But a foothold in order to share the love Student fee The gut-wrenching, action-packed being a professional athlete, I have a of his savior. He focused throughout series pushes gold medalists and fit- certain willpower and mentality that I the show on winning the cash prize, ness junkies to the limit. Using the approach challenges with. I think that but the two-time medalist saw an- explained ideas of teamwork and individual having that background helped car- other 15 prizes—the hearts of the oth- performance, American Grit pushes ry me through challenges that I faced er contestants. funds are given to other groups on professional athletes into rigorous, throughout the show.” “I’m sure at every point (of the show) ENTI campus including TWO, OIP, resi- SID AL E S sometimes hospitalizing activities. Neville is making his second pub- I got a chance to talk to everyone indi- R C dence halls and discipleship pro- P O “For me, dealing with military-type lic appearance on the world stage, vidually about my faith,” Neville said. E O gramming. Then TSO’s executive training involves a lot of running the first being the Olympics. Neville “It was very important for me to make H P cabinet determines how to allo- T sure I was using my gifts to share the cate the remaining funds to differ- love of Christ wherever I’m a t .” ent TSO cabinets with the intention Statistically, there is a 1/4 chance to best serve the student body. This that Neville will bring the grand prize allocation is decided based off of of a million dollars back home to Up- the cost of the different events each Illustrated by Lauren Bergman land. However, senior track and field cabinet puts on and the goals of athlete Brandan Wilchcombe boldly Semesterly $37.50 goes TSO leadership. predicted that his coach’s team would toward many purposes These cabinets then use this be the last one standing. money for shows (Nostalgia Night, “Having a coach who won Olym- Michael Free Late Night @ TU), dances (Luau, pic medals is incredible, but what’s TSO Treasurer Beach Bash), concerts (Gallant, better is that he pushes every one of Summer Heart), conferences and us to work harder because he knows This is the third in a series of bi-week- lectures (NSLC, World Religions our potential,” Wilchcombe said. “I’m ly columns written by TSO members. Week) and many other events. Any calling it from now, his team won! Whether you have noticed it or further questions about the use of Hashtag focused!” not, every student automatically these student fees can be directed “American Grit” will premier on FOX pays a $37.50 student fee at the start to Michael Free at michael_free@ on April 14 at 9 p.m. of each semester. taylor.edu. [email protected] First, stipends taken from these [email protected] “I basically bombarded him with jokes every week until he was willing to give me a s h o t .”

Peeling back The Onion

ORLD & AT/ EATURES 3 ThWeEchoNews.com N F April 8, 2016 FRIDAY How to hide a million dollars Government Air Force. shares to his wife to avoid declaring The United States Treasury Depart- this company in his economic inter- ment commented that two Syrian na- est statement. tionally owned companies, Maxima Eight prominent Chinese Politburo Middle East Trading Co. and Morgan members also appeared in the Pan- Additive Manufacturing Co., have ama Papers as owners of shell com- links to both Pangates Internation- panies in multiple international tax al and Mossack Fonseca. The Trea- havens. The People’s Republic of Chi- sury Department accused Mossack na responded by blocking all search- Fonseca of knowingly representing es involving the terms “Panama” and Pangates International after the U.S. “Panama Papers” in order to block a blacklisted the company for its role in widespread awareness of the corrup- providing aviation fuel to the Syrian tion in the Chinese government. National Air Force. One surprising aspect of the Pana- Mexican drug lords have also been ma Papers is the lack of American cli- named as owners of offshore tax ha- ent records. This could be due to the vens that used companies to hide number of records yet to be searched, their immense ill-gotten wealth from or the relative obscurity of Mossack Graphic provided by Google Images the drug trade between the United Fonseca in the United States. The world reacts after Panama Papers implicate world leaders in tax evasion. States and Mexico. This story will surely continue Papers consist of more than 11.5 mil- tax havens is “legal and common” and The Panama Papers also impli- to develop as more actors become Panama Papers reveal all lion documents. that the company has always operat- cated Icelandic Prime Minister known for their use of internation- The name itself hearkens back to ed by the highest ethical standards. Sigmundur David Gunnlaugsson, al tax havens. Arguably, the lon- Joseph Johns the Pentagon Papers released by a The ICIJ accused the firm of know- British Prime Minister David Cam- gest-lasting impact of this breach Staff Writer United States government analyst in ingly creating shell companies which eron, Russian President Vladimir is the public’s knowledge about off- 1971. To put it into perspective, the allowed Syrian government contrac- Putin’s close friend Sergei Roldugin shore companies and the firms that World governments are reeling af- sheer size of this more recent data tors who allegedly used the firm to and the children of the President of create them. While Mossack Fonseca ter the revelation of what is known breach outweighs the Pentagon Pa- hide millions of dollars’ worth of as- Azerbaijan, along with hundreds of has not broken the law, it has proven as the Panama Papers. The Interna- pers 15 to 1. sets that have kept Syrian fighter jets other top-ranking government offi- to be knowingly complicit in the ad- tional Consortium of Investigative Mossack Fonseca commented on in the air. cials in the affairs surrounding Mos- vancement of worldwide terror, drug Journalists (ICIJ) reported that the their website that the reported ac- The United States blacklisted 33 sack Fonseca. trafficking and tax evasion.Th e ex- Panamanian law firm, Mossack Fon- tivities of Mossack Fonseca and Co., companies that appeared in the Pana- The Icelandic Prime Minister has tralegal consequences of this breach seca, set up shell companies, dormant while legal, have been misunderstood ma Papers. Some of these companies since resigned amidst calls from the have yet to appear for Mossack Fon- accounts used to transfer money, for by those unfamiliar with the type of include DCB Finance in North Korea President of Iceland to step down. seca, but will surely arise due to the many high-ranking government offi- work that firms such as their own per- and Pangates International, a shell Prime Minister Gunnlaugsson used number of people who are now aware cials, as well as celebrities and oth- form on a daily basis. The company company set up by Mossack Fonseca Mossack Fonseca to create an off- of the illicit activities. er notable individuals. The Panama emphasized that the establishment of in order to funnel money to the Syrian shore shell company, then sold his [email protected] Kesha loses court battle Sony insists Kesha Over the past months, Kesha Sebert Luke in the Sebert v. Gottwald case. couldn’t proceed because the claims On her Instagram, Kesha said, retract allegations battled Dr. Luke and Sony Music in Judge Shirley Werner Kornreich were filed outside of New York. “I will not take back the truth. I court to be free from her recording said that Kesha’s allegations didn’t Sony offered Kesha a deal that they would rather let the truth ruin Kaitie Christenberry contract. On Wednesday, the New constitute human rights crimes. She would release her from her contract my career than lie for a monster World and National Editor York Supreme Court dismissed Kes- also said that the statute of limita- if she agreed to retract her claims ever a ga i n .” ha’s sexual assault claims against Dr. tions had expired and the case that Gottwald raped and abused her. [email protected] Peeling back The Onion from the fiction classes he took with in total,” Etheridge said. days a week include 10 a.m. head- Aaron Housholder. In 2011, the Onion moved its head- line meetings, where the team goes “I think he was really in tune quarters from New York to Chicago. through hundreds of headlines be- with who I was as a student and a As a Chicago resident and an avid fan fore determining which articles to writer, and he knew where to give of The Onion, Etheridge decided to write. When he is not at his desk me freedom and where to give me do everything in his power to get a writing jokes, he may be found out- structure,” Etheridge said. “Looking job there. side of the office directing a video back, a lot of the writing I did was At the time, it was essential to shoot, as each ClickHole writer is pretty disastrous, and I’m sure Aar- know someone in the company to responsible to write and direct one on saw that, but he was graceful in be noticed. Etheridge was able to video per week. his criticism and never made me make his connection and get his “It’s just exciting to be able to feel discouraged.” foot in the door through a writing write what I want to write, and to do Etheridge also served as the Opin- class at Second City taught by an it alongside a group of writers that I ions editor for The Echo, where Onion writer. really admire,” Etheridge said. “The he was able to exercise creative “I basically bombarded him with kind of creative freedom we have is freedom and build confidence in jokes every week until he was will- nonexistent in the TV and movie in- his abilities. ing to give me a shot,” Etheridge said. dustries, and I really cherish th a t .” “It was sort of this fun little sand- “He recommended me to apply for In addition to writing for Click- box where I could try new things and The Onion writing fellowship, which Hole, Etheridge still freelances and make mistakes and develop an intu- is basically where you come on as a was recently published in the humor ition for what kind of stuff works,” staff writer for a six-month trial pe- section of The New Yorker. Since Etheridge said. riod, and if you do a good job, they’ll ClickHole is a full-time job and his While at Taylor, he began pub- keep you around. Thankfully, I end- primary focus, any freelance work lishing pieces in humor outlets with ed up getting the fellowship, and I’ve is secondary. open submission policies, such as been here ever since.” For aspiring comedy writers, CollegeHumor and McSweeney’s. When Etheridge was wrapping Etheridge suggests writing and As a college junior, Etheridge up his fellowship with The Onion, reading constantly, including seek- had built up enough of a reputa- they began to build a writing staff ing out reading material and art tion among these humor commu- for ClickHole as they prepared for that are less mainstream. This sets nities to receive a range of offers its launch, and thought Etheridge yourself apart from other comics for freelance opportunities. One would fit well. He accepted the po- and gives the writer a broad source of these opportunities was writing sition and was excited about the op- of knowledge to draw from. Ether- Onion-esque sports articles for a portunity to shape the voice for the idge also recommends not being humor website called Sports Pick- new site. picky about jobs.

Photograph provided by Steve Etheridge le. After graduation, the editor at ClickHole parodies some of the “When I got offered the ESPN job, Steve Etheridge switched between Penthouse and First Sports Pickle connected Etheridge newer internet content forms that I didn’t really know that much about West Wengatz during his time at Taylor. with a job writing humorous pieces that did not fit The Onion’s satiri- sports, but I decided to take the op- Taylor alumnus’ journey to The Onion on the back page of his for ESPN’s Page 2. cal newspaper format. Since most portunity anyway, and ultimately full-time comedy writing high school newspaper. ESPN was Etheridge’s first major of the writers at ClickHole came it made me a much better writer,” “That was the first time I ever professional gig. While it was en- from The Onion, they share a lot Etheridge said. Gracie Fairfax tried to be funny in a public way,” joyable, he needed additional work of the same roots, as well as the Now that Etheridge has found Features Editor Etheridge said. to pay the bills and began freelance same office space, alongside the AV his foothold in humor writing, he Etheridge, who knew he wanted to writing for practically anyone who Club, Onion Inc.’s pop culture site. looks at the world through a co- For anyone who likes to make people be a comedy writer going into col- would pay him. According to Etheridge, ClickHole medic lens, oftentimes waking up laugh, a full-time job in comedy is of- lege, majored in English with a con- He covered topics including allows greater freedom in terms of in the middle of the night to jot ten a distant dream. As a senior writ- centration in writing. Since a degree women’s reproductive health re- format, as well as a variety of styles down ideas. Although his work er for Clickhole, a comedy website, does not guarantee success in com- ports for newspapers, software and voices, while The Onion main- can be all-consuming, he treasures this is Taylor alumnus Steve Ether- edy, Etheridge saw his major as an patents for a Medicaid services tains a set format. the opportunity to wake up every idge’s (’10) reality. opportunity to practice different company and pieces for Sports Il- On a typical day, Etheridge likes to morning and live his dream at a His career in comedy began at 16 writing styles and discover his voice lustrated, as well as theater, music go to the office early in the morning company where cracking jokes is when he wrote what he now consid- in a supportive environment. and movie reviews. when it’s still quiet to get his most a full-time job. ers to be his own subpar version of Etheridge especially benefitted “I think there were 17 different jobs difficult writing finished. A few [email protected] 4 LTheEchoNews.comIFE & TIMES Spring Fashion You stylish thing, you.

It’s been a hard winter. You’ve been cooped up, wrapped up, fed up . . . and the style you worked to cultivate last summer is a distant memory. But, dear student, warmer temperatures are on the way and campus is still your runway. So shed your layers and your in- security, and be as unpredictable in your fashion as the weather. Here are a few looks to remind you of your endless possibilities. Go ahead, be inspired. Spring looks good on you. The Bro JOHN GEMMEL Year: Sophomore Major: Philosophy, political science and economics (PPE) What are you wearing? Bro tank always, Bare Bottom Shorts (knock off Chubbies), Chacos, Carhartt hat (most durable brand in my opinion) and sunglasses. Who is your style icon? My dad in college. How would you describe your style in three words? Functional, comfortable and awesome. How does your fashion reflect your personality? What you see is what you get. Bro tank. I’m a bro. What’s your spring go-to piece of clothing? Short-shorts because my thighs sweat. I have left those long, black cargo shorts behind.

Photograph by Shannon Smagala

Contemporary Class ELYSE HORB Year: Junior Major: Film and video production What are you wearing? Today I am sporting a swag money tank top with matching swag money earrings. To complete this look, I chose a pink visor, because visors are in. Also jeans and shoes. Who is your style icon? Jon Cavanagh. How would you describe your style in three words? Swag, money, dope. How does your fashion reflect your personality? I feel that I am a very gentle, docile, nurturing being. What’s your spring go-to piece of clothing? My pink visor. Did you know visors are in? Photograph by Shannon Smagala

Yeezy Breezy ANDREW DAVIS Year: Junior Major: Film and video production What are you wearing? My signature yellow rain jacket (as dubbed by Paul Jacobson), khaki denim and Chelsea boots. Who is your style icon? Kanye West, Andrew Davalos and Jar Jar Binks. How would you describe your style in three words? Modest is hottest. How does your fashion reflect your personality? It’s artisté, goofy and nice. What’s your spring go-to piece of clothing? My signature yellow rain jacket.

Photograph by Shannon Smagala I wear old clothes because I’m an old soul.

Spring fashion

5 April 8, 2016 FRIDAY Edgy Vogue KARA EATON Year: Freshman Major: Elementary education What are you wearing? An acid wash tank dress, jean shirt cardigan, black pants and cheetah booties. Who is your style icon? Celebrity stylist Lindsay Albanese. How would you describe your style in three words? Edgy, chic and street-style. How does your fashion reflect your personality? I’m pretty con- fident and I like to pick different patterns and things that people wouldn’t normally put together. My mom won’t shop with me anymore . . . she hates everything I pick out. What’s your spring go-to piece of clothing? Cheetah boots. Photograph by Shannon Smagala

Christian Liberal Arts DREW OLLER Year: Freshman Major: Biblical literature What are you wearing? North Face t-shirt, non-cargo short kha- kis, and Chacos. Who is your style icon? Every camp counselor ever. How would you describe your style in three words? Basic white guy. How does your fashion reflect your personality? Pretty classic. I dress like a Christian liberal arts school student. What’s your spring go-to piece of clothing? Chacos.

Photograph by Shannon Smagala ’50s Housewife HALLE STERNBERG Year: Sophomore Major: Psychology What are you wearing? A Tommy Hilfiger sun dress with a bright floral pattern. Who is your style icon? My mom . . . because half my wardrobe is my mom’s. How would you describe your style in three words? Your grandma’s clothes. How does your fashion reflect your personality? I wear old clothes because I’m an old soul. What’s your spring go-to piece of clothing? My green Teva sandals. Photograph by Shannon Smagala

Lumberjack Chic NATHAN MORTENSEN Year: Sophomore Major: Corporate communications What are you wearing? I’m wearing a flannel shirt, black vest, denim and my leather Sperry’s. Who is your style icon? Sam Davies. How would you describe your style in three words? Adventur- ous, outdoors and neutral. How does your fashion reflect your personality? I usually wear stuff that’s comfortable and casual. I’m a comfy casual person! What’s your spring go-to piece of clothing? Chacos. Always.

Photograph by Shannon Smagala Sure, everyone can do a couple pull-ups, but very few can do fifty. As it stands, Gallant is not one of those people.

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Senior Lizzie Wilson sets up her artwork for the senior show on Friday. Photograph by Mindy Wildman a work-in-progress since day (one),” her work for what it is. She sculpt- Wilson said. ed the ideas and innovations in her Bringing the pieces together As this year comes to a close in ap- mind before they were ever sculpt- proximately two months, these se- ed digitally. Senior graphic design refreshments on the side. Each stu- came with some trials. Senior Dean- niors are feeling the weight of their “It’s been amazing to work along- portfolio gallery this weekend dent made a portfolio and book filled na Breunig said that one difficulty for impending graduation. This art gal- side everyone in this class because with their designs and art from over her was deciding what pieces to put lery is their final showcase to Taylor we’ve watched each other grow and Grace Hooley the years. Walls will burst with orig- into her portfolio. This is an oppor- and all that the university has helped helped each other be better. Not to Contributor inal creations. tunity for these seniors to put all of them accomplish. It is not just a mention our awesome professors Along with a variety of photography, their work from over the years on group of 13 seniors placing their art who taught us so much and have After about four years of splattering illustration, watercolor and digital display for Taylor to see, so the port- up for display—they are also placing been with us every step of the way,” paint, designing digital art and study- art, each senior had to pick a specif- folio is a key ingredient for each se- themselves up for display. Wilson said. ing photography, the senior class of ic word to define their display. Wilson nior’s display. “You really see the common threads Breunig’s hope for the gallery is that graphic design majors can finally chose “wordy.” Breunig also believes that some that run through people’s work,” Bre- all viewers will realize that graphic show Taylor what they are made of “I am especially drawn to let- of the struggles with this show were unig said. designs were made by someone. Be- one last time. terforms because they can fulfill due to time. The senior exhibit class, Taylor has been a stepping stone for fore that design was created, it was a On Friday, April 8, at 6:30 p.m. in both form and function beautiful- which produced this show, only these designers. Breunig felt that Tay- thought. That thought formed a plan. Metcalf Gallery, 13 senior graphic ly,” Wilson said. “Letters hold great met once a week on Mondays. With lor taught her what it means to cre- Then, a rough sketch burst forth. And design majors will host an art show, significance as they begin to form al- spring break and minimal time, due ate something and why people create then, after countless hours of creat- united by the theme “Counterpoint.” phabets, then words and entire lan- to other commitments, the seniors things in the first place. She learned ing, destroying and re-creating, that “The definition of ‘counterpoint’ is guages. These words and sentences were challenged to finish their work how to incorporate her interests in sketch became a work of true beau- the art or technique of setting, writ- wield incredible power of communi- under a deadline. all aspects of design. ty—a graphic design. ing or playing a melody or melodies in cation. Carefully crafted sentences “This week is crunch time, and Wilson described her experience “This show is about the work we conjunction with another,” said senior can inspire and build up, at the same we’ve had a lot of work to do to make at Taylor as “incredible.” She was have done over the past years,” Bre- graphic design student Lizzie Wilson. time have the power to destroy and final preparations for the show and taught to notice every tiny detail unig said. “It is a way to weave all our This is a free walk-in, walk-out gal- tear d ow n .” get our personal gallery space set up, and mistake in her work, but she voices together.” lery with a merchandise table and Along with works of art, this show but honestly, our books have been also learned to step back and see [email protected]

The Wind Ensemble’s spring sophomore and Wind Ensemble pres- interim oboe professor at Ball State Around the world in music concert features pieces ident. “‘Perthshire Majesty’ brings University. She will be filling in as from around the globe us to Scotland, and then ‘Vesuvius’ the only oboe player in several songs brings us to this volcanic eruption or throughout the concert. Becca Eis this pagan dance and another piece If the ability to take a journey and Contributor brings us to the crucifixion.Th ere are experience distinct cultures with- all these stories to tell, and so it re- out the cost of a plane ticket is not On April 13, the Taylor University ally is this big musical journey that enough, plenty of students from a Wind Ensemble will invite its audi- we’re o n .” wide array of majors are involved. ence on a journey through time and While these pieces are engaging “I think almost every single floor or space as they explore other cultures for the listener, they have provided wing is represented, and even if the only through music. new challenges to the members of reason you come is because your friend This year’s spring concert, themed the wind ensemble, who have been is in it, just support them because peo- “Musical Journeys,” will offer diverse working to perfect their perfor- ple put so much time into this,” Cyr said. perspectives through pieces inspired mance since February. Albert Harrison, music department by various countries and time periods. “There’s a lot of technical passages chair and director of the jazz and Settings range from 19th century Phil- . . . so as an ensemble there have been wind ensembles, is looking forward adelphia to Korea over 70 years later. a lot of things we needed to work on to sharing the experience of these The concert will take place in the more so than past semesters,” said pieces with an audience. newly renovated Rediger Chapel Au- Alyssa Henrikson, sophomore and “I think it will be an interesting edu- ditorium next Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. featured flute soloist in the concert. cational experience and it will be fun. The musicians hope the audience will “There is not a piece where we can sit I think the variety of different types of enjoy the variety of music. back and relax.” music are interesting so there will be “All these pieces that we are doing Henrikson and nine other soloists something everyone should like or be Photograph provided by Sharee Nurse transform us to different scenes or will be joined by guest oboe player interested in,” Harrison said. The Wind Ensemble prepares for their diverse set list during rehearsal. different places,” said Mirabelle Cyr, Katie Garringer, who is working as an [email protected]

technique to overwhelm their listener is backed by a really groovy bass line. (David Guetta’s “Titanium” is a prime Ultimately, Gallant’s biggest strength example of this). It’s definitely enjoy- is also the cause of the album’s faults. At able in bursts, listening to a song here points, it feels as if the backing tracks or there, but so many of the songs on aren’t allowed to outshine his voice, so “Ology” rely on his falsetto explosion. they make no attempt at being com- It gets tiresome when listening to the pelling. I really want to like this album “Ology” by Gallant more enjoyable he would be with album in one sitting. more than I do. There are flashes of proper instrumentation. My curios- Most of the tracks on “Ology” have interesting songwriting on “Oh, Uni- Paul Jacobson ity was only heightened after seeing a beat that falls into one of two cate- verse” and “Chandra,” and the lyrics are Columnist him perform live. It seems Gallant gories: a more traditional R&B beat, or thoughtful throughout, but the proj- thought about this too, as “Ology” has a more trap and southern hip-hop-in- ect as a whole is both propped up and When you have a voice as bold and greatly expanded the singer’s sound. fluenced beat. Gallant does fine with weighed down by Gallant’s voice. Sure, beautiful as Gallant’s, you’re bound to Right off the bat, we’re greeted by a both genres, but I much prefer the everyone can do a couple pull-ups, but turn some heads. Since the release of nice, chopped-up piano sample and a songs with smoother grooves of R&B very few can do fifty. As it stands, Gal- his EP “Zebra” in 2014, he’s garnered brief horn swell on the track “Talking than the trap snares and hi-hats. The lant is not one of those people. acclaim from Elton John, Sufjan Ste- to Myself.” Other songs like “Shotgun” trap-influenced tracks come across as vens, Zane Lowe and Seal, and has and “Jupiter” boast live drums, pia- bland and uninspired, while the R&B RATING: 6/10 been compared to R&B contemporar- nos and guitars. These songs tend to tracks have a little bit of life to them. ies like The Weeknd and Frank Ocean, sound more full and lively compared Gallant throws a curveball halfway FAVORITE TRACKS: Oh, Universe; as well as the aforementioned Seal. to the synth-focused tracks. through the album with “Episode,” an Weight In Gold; Jupiter; Chandra Despite this, I didn’t care for “Ze- However, “Talking to Myself ” also ode to ’70s funk. While I don’t care bra.” It sounded no different from starts a trend that pops up on the for recent interpretations of funk (see LEAST FAVORITE TRACKS: Count- Soundcloud’s endless stream of bland rest of the album. The song putters Blood Orange’s “Cupid Deluxe” and ing; Open Up; Skipping Stones alt R&B and trap musicians, such as along in cruise control until Gallant Haim’s “Days Are Gone”), Gallant’s Cashmere Cat, Flume and SOHN. Gal- bursts in with his signature falsetto. take is undeniably satisfying. Simi- (Got a suggestion for my column? Email lant’s voice was the most impressive Of course, this isn’t a bad thing. Most lar to Kendrick Lamar’s “King Kun- me at [email protected]) element, so I wondered how much pop songs utilize this “wall of sound” ta,” “Episode” is fun because the track [email protected] And when I say, “I don’t think I have time” and I’m still pressured to take on yet another task, what I hear is not, “You have valuable skills for this job,” but, “My event is more important than your mental health.”

Mixed messages 7 TheEchoNews.com PINIONS April 8, 2016 FRIDAY O zz z Senior Snooze-inar Senior year is fun, the memories I’ve made. I’m thankful every senior has to take. Among the I get it: those topics are incredibly their thoughts about life after Taylor, but Senior Seminar is not for so many of the classes that have foundational core classes that Taylor important to what we do at Taylor. and the instructors encouraged per- prepared me for my life once I depart offers, it’s not exactly one that students They are central to how the universi- sonal thought in areas important to Chris Yingling from Taylor. look forward to. ty conducts itself. But it’s time to stop future independence. Co-Editor In Chief IAS 495 Senior Seminar is not one of I wrote a news piece in 2014 about beating the dead horse. But there are only 12 students in those classes. the class, entitled “Senior Seminar, I was ready to learn the things that the class. Considering this class may During my final months at Taylor, I’ve Every student who has read the necessary or accessory?” In the ar- we haven’t obtained from our liberal be one of the most applicable to a had the opportunity to look back on my course catalog or constructed a four- ticle, I quoted several students and arts education. I wanted to learn how majority of Taylor students, it’s a last four years. I think of the friends I’ve year plan knows of the class. It’s the recent graduates who believed the to pay taxes, how to plan for a family, head-scratcher for me as to why the met, the feats I’ve accomplished and oft-overlooked one-credit course that class provided no training for life af- what to look for in a job market and class isn’t required. ter college, counter to the intent of the how insurance works. If I were in a position to change course. Taylor’s course catalog does We had small in-class assignments things up in the foundational core absolutely nothing to describe the in- that I doubt anyone actually took a requirements, I’d definitely giveIAS tent of the course or why it’s a require- look at. I watched my classmates sign 495 a long look. If the intent is to pre- ment (seriously, look it up; it essentially the clipboard on the way in and walk pare students for life after college, the says nothing). right back out, faking their atten- class is not doing its job. There is a This year, the course was reformed. dance. The senior satisfaction level course on campus that accomplishes Former instructor Jon Cavanagh was obviously low. this intent, which the administration moved to the campus pastor position This semester, I had a credit to fill can use as an archetype for creating a and left Senior Seminar in the hands of and opted for IAS 218 Transitions: Liv- class that seniors feel aptly prepares Jeff Cramer, Matt DeLong, Kevin Dill- ing a Good Life After College. Drew them for exiting the Taylor bubble. er and Scott Moeschberger. I sat in the Moser and Jess Fankhauser teach the Cramer stood in front of us on the recital hall that first Wednesday night inaugural course focused on living a first day of Senior Seminar and told with notepad and pen, ready to learn fulfilling life after we leave Taylor. We us things were changing. He told us some applicable post-grad information. create budgets, plan out families, re- we were the “guinea pigs.” We learned about the integration search prospective churches, study Well, Dr. Cramer, I’m not a happy of faith and learning and intentional meaningful work and do a host of guinea pig. This guinea pig wants to

Photograph by Shannon Smagala community. Again. For what seems other helpful activities. The course learn something. Students hoping to learn are out of luck, but at least the chairs are comfy. the 100th time. was created to engage students in [email protected]

proved. Thus, the Bible loses its place for truth. The greatest thing we hold in as our common ground. common at this point is that we care Ideology, our idol Our ideology has become the God about the truth. Take this Opinions we hope to learn about when we read section as an example; we may write a Submitting to an idea ideologies here at Taylor are: pro-life, the Bible. The man behind the words variety of opinions, but everyone who Co-Editors in Chief rather than the Bible itself Calvinism, Feminism, LGBTQ (pro- or of the scriptures is no longer Jesus as writes in here holds in common the Julia Oller anti-), #BlackLivesMatter. he is, but Jesus as we would like him passion for truth. Chris Yingling Davis Wetherell I am not against ideologies, because to be. This is a mistake, and I am not Therefore, the bridge between ideol- Design Editor Matthew Morse Contributor that would be somewhat hypocritical: exempt from it. We are all guilty. ogies is the recognition of truth-seek- I myself am pro-life, pro-gun control Although specific ideologies reign ers on the “other side” of the argument. Online Editor Becca Schriner You may think Taylor is a bubble, but and pro-traditional marriage (among today that have emerged in the last de- Let me be transparent: my ideolo- Photography Editor it is not isolated from the national other things). What I am critiquing is cade, this reduction of Jesus’ character gies are obstacles I must overcome to Shannon Smagala conversations on sexuality, gender, your desire to put down this article is by no means new to humanity. We find God’s truth. If I approach the Bi- Videographer race and politics. Like in the “real now that you know my ideologies. as humans are keen on putting God in ble, a conversation or a chapel mes- Elyse Horb world,” we have a mixed bag of stu- So, if you’re still with me: where the box that we can most easily under- sage with a pre-existent ideology and News Editors Becca Robb dents, faculty and staff who carry al- is the bridge? How can I, a strong stand and identify. some bit of truth is spoken that I have Cassidy Grom legiances toward specific agendas. advocate for traditional marriage, It is time to learn from others where not made room for in my little card- World&National Editor The issue so prevalent on cam- ever relate to a strong advocate for God is bursting through the cardboard. board box, I will reject it. This is a Kaitie Christenberry pus today is that conflicting agendas, gay marriage? If I may speak on your behalf, al- missed opportunity. Features Editor Gracie Fairfax which I will call ideologies, cause irre- The Bible may be our first attempt low me to assume that you care about I must, if I care about truth, leave my vocable gaps between thinkers and be- at an answer, and it is a good one. truth. You care about Christianity, and ideology at the door. I must be emptied Life & Times Editors Sarah Davis lievers. If Taylor wants to survive as a However, when we talk about the Bi- you care about the beliefs of the body so that I can hear truth first and form Lindsay Robinson Christian school, then we must bridge ble we still experience great conflict. of Christ. This is why you feel offended my opinion second. I must not let ideol- Arts & Entertainment the gap and dwell within our common- My literal reading of certain passages or frustrated or tempted to walk out ogy become the idol that takes the place Editors Laura Koenig alities more than within our differenc- on homosexuality may be radically dif- of chapel when someone advocates for in my heart that belongs to God alone. Austin Lindner es. The controversy of this opinion is ferent from someone else’s redemptive an ideology that contradicts your own; I pray you drop your ideology, for- Opinions Editor Elizabeth Syson not in saying we must bridge the gap; reading of those same verses. you feel the falsity of their statement bear from judging those who offend rather it is in saying that we can. We read the Bible through the churning deep within your gut. and exist outside the bubble you have Sports Editors Landry Long What is an ideology? It is a sys- lens of our agenda. We accept proof And therein lies our often over- made for yourself here at Taylor. Let Lincoln Reed tem of ideas. Common examples of through the ideology we wish to see looked common ground: our search truth mold ideology. Copy Chief Helen Wilbers responsibilities. Those who do man- favor if we say no. It’s been pounded Staff Writers Joseph Johns age a disorder along with school work into us that we need this one more Annabelle Blair Danielle Barnes are even more so. activity on our resume if we want to Brecken Mumford Mixed messages Many students at Taylor juggle a full succeed after graduation. I can only Brianna Kudisch Pushing programs over The answer is almost always the same: course load, extracurricular activities, remember twice in four years having a Staff Photographers Fayth Glock stressed students “I can’t. There’s nobody else to do it .” part-time jobs and personal lives. Most superior tell me to cut down on activi- Christine East What they mean by “nobody else” of these are not optional. If I drop the ties—and one explicitly recommended Hannah Bolds Mindy Wildman Elizabeth Syson isn’t that no other person at the en- number of hours I work, I won’t be able I let my grades slide in favor of practic- Designers Opinions Editor tire university could take on the role to pay my tuition. If I drop my extra- ing music longer! Becca Eis Bre Bartlett they’ve been offered, but that they’ve curricular involvement, I’ll lose schol- Taylor community is big on in- Eric Andrews Stress. Busyness. Overcommitment. been approached so personally, made arships and won’t be able to pay my volvement. “Intentional community,” Logan Bicknell Isabelle Kroeker They’re a too-common theme among to feel so uniquely accountable, that tuition. If I drop classes, I won’t grad- though, has become a code-word for Copy Editors Taylor students. During freshman year, refusing an “optional” or “volun- uate on time, and—you guessed it—I “overcommitment” in many students’ Ian Proano the two most-repeated pieces of advice teer” task, even for the sake of pre- can’t pay for an extra year’s tuition. lives. Although I’ve heard suggestions Luke Wildman Payton Lechner I heard stood in direct contradiction: serving their own health and sanity, And I’m not alone. Countless friends to get more sleep or take a break, ac- Mary Helen Thompson “Get involved!” and “Learn to say n o .” feels selfish. have expressed this same frustration. tions speak louder than words, and Advertisement Team Manager – Andrea Baker At the time, I figured this was a re- This comes from professors, from We can’t fully engage in any of our ac- the constant pressure to engage real- Aly DeVries sult of the different personalities from advisers, from fellow students in lead- tivities because there are too many, ly does negate the infrequent remind- Chelsea Sweet whom I heard the advice—it must be ership positions—and it’s time for it to and we’re constantly being pressured ers to try getting to bed on time. Subscription Manager Chrysa Keenon that energetic extroverts told me to stop. Yes, it is ultimately an individual’s to take on just one more, and just one And I’m still waiting for anyone at all engage and easily overstimulated in- responsibility to refuse a commitment, more, and then just one more. We can’t to say, “You don’t have to do this. You Distribution Managers Laura Craig troverts told me to maintain bound- but in a culture where we claim to care afford to back out. We’ve been given matter more than a program.” Kelly Arnold aries. This may have been true in for one another, it should also be a re- the impression we’ll lose a professor’s [email protected] Faculty Adviser Donna Downs some cases, but in too many, the op- sponsibility for those in authority to posing suggestions came from the value a student’s well-being over a pro- same sources. gram’s success. And when I say, “I don’t I vividly remember one professor think I have time” and I’m still pres- • my sophomore year expounding on sured to take on yet another task, what The Echo aims to represent the views of diverse voices on Taylor University’s campus fairly and without bias and to be a vehicle the value of sleep and importance of I hear is not “You have valuable skills of accurate and pertinent information to the student body. The Echo also aims to be a forum that fosters healthy discussion about rest and then, a moment later, assign- for this job,” but “My event is more im- relevant issues, acting as a catalyst for change on our campus. ing an extra paper that hadn’t been in portant than your mental health.” Student journalists have published The Echo weekly since 1913, except for January term, exam week and holidays. the syllabus. Stress, depression and anxiety im- The Echo is a member of the Associated Collegiate Press and the Indiana Collegiate Press Association. I remember thinking, “You are the pact college students today more The Echo is printed by AIM Media Indiana Operating, LLC in Greenfield, Indiana. The Echo offices are reason I don’t get enough sleep.” than ever before, according to statis- in the Rupp Communication Arts Building. I can’t count the number of times tics cited by the American Psycholog- Please address all letters, questions or comments to: one of my roommates has been in ical Association. Even students who The Echo 236 W. Reade Ave. (765) 998-5359 tears, or nearly so, over yet another don’t suffer from clinical anxiety or Upland, IN 46989-1001 [email protected] Photograph by Shannon Smagala © Taylor University 2016 commitment. “Just say no,” I’ve told depression are often sleep-deprived them time and again. and struggling to keep up with all their Already-overcommitted students are constantly asked to commit further. Let your voice be heard!

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The not-so-great outdoors

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Schedule 4/9 Goshen (DH) 1:00 P.M. ______Men’s Golf

Schedule 4/11 NAIA Classic (N) 9:00 A.M. 4/12 NAIA Classic (N) 9:00 A.M. ______Men’s Tennis

Schedule 4/9 Ball State (DH) (A) 2:00 P.M. 4/12 Anderson (A) 5:30 P.M. ______Softball

Schedule 4/8 Spring Arbor (DH) 5:00 P.M. 4/9 Grace (DH) 1:00 P.M. 4/11 Saint Francis (DH) (A) 3:00 P.M. 4/12 Indiana Wesleyan (DH) (A) 4:00 P.M.

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Photograph by Josh Adams Senior Brian Moore went 2-for-2 and drew two walks in the second game of the Trojans’ doubleheader against Spring Arbor. Trojans split doubleheader at Spring Arbor

Big plays overshadowed Junior Luke Hunter pitched well Sophomore Jamie Bristol held good hitter and incredibly good by errors for the Trojans, holding the Cou- Spring Arbor to zero unearned base runner and has done a nice gars to three hits and zero unearned runs in a relief effort on the job at shortstop for us. He’s been Landry Long runs in a little over four innings, in- mound for a little over three in- a four-year starter and he’s one of Co-Sports Editor cluding nine strikeouts and zero nings, while junior Colin Eggle- the guys that we certainly count walks. Sophomore Matt Patton fin- son dealt a scoreless sixth inning. on. When Brian gets on base we We’re currently up a half game An evening marred with errors and ished the deal by earning his sec- In a total of five appearanc- score runs. He’s an incredibly hard in the conference standings and saved by big plays allowed the Tay- ond save of the season, holding es at the plate, Moore collect- worker, a great teammate and a re- that’s always our goal—to win lor baseball team to salvage a split Spring Arbor to zero runs in the fi- ed a total of two hits and three ally competitive guy and he’s had the conference and advance to in a doubleheader on Tuesday at nal innings while picking up a pair runs. Despite a solid individual a really good s e a s o n .” the national tournament. We Spring Arbor. of strikeouts. effort, he feels that he has room While the Trojans are 31 games just have to start playing bet- Despite seven unearned runs Head coach Kyle Gould acknowl- for improvement on both sides of into the season and 4–1 in confer- ter, that’s more important than given up in the opening game, the edged his team’s lackluster perfor- the ball. ence, the first order of business is the standings.” Trojans still came away with an mance on the defensive side, but “Defensively there’s still some to get back to their normal style Through both the ups and 11–7 victory at the quick hands of was pleased with some big offensive plays that personally I can make, of play. A total of 30 errors have downs that a baseball season their batters. plays that led to the victory. and just kind of setting the tone been accumulated over the past will bring, Moore feels bless- The top four spots in the Trojan “They’re a team that has tradition- defensively,” Moore said. “Team- 13 games, while the team only ed to experience them all with lineup went 5-for-15 with 10 runs ally been at the top of the confer- wise, we didn’t play very well de- committed 14 errors in the first 19 his teammates. scored and six RBIs. The top of the ence so we’ve had some good games fensively, and then offensively just games of the season. “Competing with the guys and first inning saw four runs brought with them,” Gould said. “Neither trying to get on base a little more. While the squad has high goals going out, just working towards home, while senior Lincoln Reed team played very well to be honest, It doesn’t really matter how we get with currently leading the Cross- that goal together,” Moore said. blasted a grand slam in the fourth we made a lot of mistakes, but we on base, just try to get on base and roads League, Gould recognizes “It’s pretty special when you get a to bring in four more runs. Junior were able to overcome them with make things happen and try to the issue at hand. group of guys together that are all Nick Hollowell and freshman Na- some big hits.” score more r u n s .” “I would say our immediate working towards that same goal. than Targgart both brought home The second outing was once again While heading into a critical goal is we just have to get back We’re all on the same page; we all run-scoring singles in the sixth in- marked with mistakes that the bats stretch of conference play, Gould to playing better,” Gould said. love hanging around each other ning to push the lead. couldn’t make up for as the Trojans appreciates having a player like “We were really good early defen- and playing with each o th e r.” Sophomore Tanner Watson and came up short to the Cougars 4–10. Moore to set the tone. sively, so I think the immediate The Trojans will next step be- senior Brian Moore both scored Seniors Jake West, Kevin Fahy and “Brian has stolen 20 bases al- thing is just to play more solid tween the white lines on Saturday twice, while Hollowell crossed the Moore each picked up two hits in ready this year,” Gould said. “He’s and cut out some of the mistakes. as they wrap up a home series with plate a total of three times while the loss, while Targgart drove home one of the leaders of our team. It’s very uncharacteristic for us; Goshen at 1 p.m. picking up two hits. two runs. He’s a great competitor, he’s a we have good defensive players. [email protected]

Miriam Wood and Julianne Exner “I’m not really concerned with found success in the triple jump, how fast people are running right The not-so-great outdoors finishing third (10.70 m) and fifth now, but that we’re putting our- (10.59 m), respectively. selves in a good position to con- Trojans battle rough “We really cheered each other on three of the top six spots. Fresh- As the outdoor season continues, tend for the title,” Neville said. conditions in Marian around the track, which helped man Rachel Blagg led the way in head coach David Neville’s biggest The Trojans will next spike up at Invitational change the mood of the meet to a third place with a time of 2:21.46, goal for a team fighting various in- the Indiana Little State Champion- more positive o n e .” followed by senior Jane Hawks at juries is to stay healthy and ready to ships at Indiana Wesleyan Univer- Kayla Springer The men’s team saw notable per- 2:24.46 (fifth) and freshman Anna compete for conference champion- sity on April 15-16. Contributor formances from Lacher, who fin- Souzis at 2:25.03 (sixth). Freshmen ships at the end of the month. [email protected] ished third in the 400-meter dash The Taylor track and field team bat- with a time of 49.61 seconds, fresh- tled wind and low temperatures last man Benjamin Byrd, who finished weekend as they competed in the fifth in the 1,500-meter run with Marian Invitational. The invitation- a time of 4:04.00 and sophomore al marked the team’s third meet of Joseph Beamish, who grabbed a the outdoor season. fourth place finish in the 3,000-me- “I would say we did well as a ter steeplechase with a time of team,” said senior Haley White. 9:46.61. Taylor was led in the field “The weather was not to our advan- by freshman Mitchell Herrington, tage, but we were able to succeed who finished second in the javelin despite the conditions.” with a throw of 45.00 meters. White claimed the only first- Personal best times in the wom- place finish for the women with a en’s 5,000-meter run included throw of 38.28 meters in the jave- freshman Michelle Franch with lin, earning her Crossroads League a time of 8:24.35 (seventh place) Field Athlete of the Week honors and senior Taryn Seeland with a for the second time this spring. time of 18:31.82 (10th place). The Freshman Sam Lacher agreed 800-meter run was a bright spot with White’s statement and added, for the Trojans as they secured Subscribe to The Echo The Echo is a weekly newspaper with news, editorials, photographs, and features. You can keep up with issues and events on campus

by ordering a subscription online at bit.ly/echo-subscribe Photograph by Fayth Glock Freshman Bo Thomas competed in the pole vault event for the Trojans at the Marian Invitational.