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INSIDE Page 12 TRAIL.PUGETSOUND.EDU THE PUGET SOUND TRAIL THE STUDENT NEWSPAPER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PUGET SOUND Volume 104, Issue 6 November 7, 2014 Established 1910 1 in 33 OVER 97% Every 2 minutes 1 in 4 2 of 3 of rapists women has been sexual assaults men is a a person in america sexually are committed survivor of never by someone known dating spend a day is assaulted assaulted to the victim violence in jail TRIGGER CAMPUS JOINS NATIONAL CONVERSATION ON SEXUAL ASSAULT AND REPORTING POLICIES WARNING By KENZY SORENSEN & TAYLOR APPLEGATE ast May, a number of universities came under the national spot- light when 55 educational institutions were revealed to be under- going lawsuits for violating Title IX civil rights law. Title IX states that it is the responsibility of institutions of higher education to takeL immediate action to end sexual harassment and sexual violence. Th e University of Puget Sound was not included on the list of 55 schools; however, individuals and student groups are calling for a review of Puget Sound’s policies. Shana Williams, the friend of a complainant who attended Puget Sound, wrote an article for the Wetlands blog on Oct. 12, addressing several the faults she had witnessed in the University’s Conduct Trial Process. “Th ere is a serious lack of structure and clarity in the sexual assault and harassment cases handled at University of Puget Sound,” Williams declared in the article. “Th e conduct and hearing system had failed the complainant.” Student activist Kaitlyn Vallance outlined areas of the University’s current policy that need revision. She advocates including more strict consequences for perpetrators; confi dentiality is currently guaranteed to perpetrators, and the crime is not marked on their transcript. Under Title IX, any university that receives federal funding must off er the victim the opportunity to relocate dorms and change schedule to avoid the perpetrator. Vallance argued that current policies should do more to make the survivor feel safe. “Studies show that relocating the victim causes victim feeling of isolation, lack of safe space, poor grades, poor health… Th is can be extremely retrau- matizing,” Vallance said.

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PAGE DESIGN/LEANNE GAN 2 NEWS The Puget Sound Trail November 7, 2014 [email protected] Community protests treatment of immigrants By ANNA GOEBEL of the largest, for-profit detention ly from individuals at Puget Sound volved…but weren’t sure how to do people is an act of pure greed; no centers in the country, with around who formed a contingency to at- so,” Jacobson said. one benefits from it but the corpo- 1,300 detainees at any given time,” tend the protests. As a result of these The five professors then decided rations that own these prison,” Siu With one of the largest detention Lear said. strikes, a group of five professors to host an open forum to give stu- said. “We terrorize the children who centers for immigrants in the coun- Because of this proximity, many that includes Jacobson, Lear, Mon- dents the ability to discuss and de- try just down the street, students individuals at the University of ica DeHart, Oriel Siu and Doug cide how to move forward with their and staff are actively trying to figure Puget Sound are involved in activ- Sackman have been doing exten- desire for change. $122-$164 out how to address immigration is- ism work surrounding issues of im- sive work around the detention cen- “We decided that any next step to U.S. taxpayer dollars spent on sues. migrant justice. ter. Their work includes bringing be effective should involve and ul- detention centers each day The Northwest Detention Center A surge of activism among mem- speaker Maura Mora from Latino timately be led by the campus as a is located at the Port of Tacoma and bers of the University occurred this Advocacy, a Seattle-based charity whole, and students in particular, are left without their parents under is in the top five largest detention past spring when a series of strikes that deals with this issue, to campus, so we convened a forum in order to the custody of the state, or are left centers for immigrants in the Unit- took place at the detention center. sending a petition from members learn who was interested in these is- with only one parent, as in the case ed States. It is a private center run According to the News Tribune, the of the Puget Sound community to sues, and to figure out what direc- of my niece…This is why I decided by private prison company GEO strikes started on March 7 and end- Obama, and organizing a roundta- tion we should go,” Lear said. to join forces and call for this open Group, on behalf of Immigration ed on May 5. ble discussion about the issue at the On Wednesday, Oct. 29, a group forum; because I find it that we have and Customs Enforcement, an orga- Robin Jacobson, professor of Poli- recent Race and Pedagogy confer- of between 30 and 40 students and a moral responsibility to these chil- tics and Government and chair for ence in September. staff convened for an open forum in dren and families.” Advocates for Immigrants in De- “We ... have been working together Wyatt Hall. At the forum, the group discussed 429,000 tention Northwest, explains that on campus around immigration re- “It was truly beautiful to see the ways in which they can work toward number of immigrants held in these strikes were a call for better form and the Northwest Detention amount of people who showed up. reforming these policies. U.S. detention centers in 2011 living conditions within the deten- Center in Tacoma since last spring I think the group of people there are “We collectively decided that we tion center. around a petition drive for immi- ready to educate ourselves more on would educate ourselves more on nization under the U.S. Department “It started off with a direct action gration reform, support for the de- the issues that surround detention the issue before we take any strate- of Homeland Security. where individuals tried to stop a de- tainees’ hunger strike and bringing and take steps from there,” Siu said. gic action,” Siu said. According to John Lear, profes- tention bus outside the detention the issue to the Race and Pedagogy Many of these individuals, includ- The group is hoping to host a pan- sor of History and Latin American center…and then inside detained conference,” Lear said. ing Siu, were there because they be- el discussion on the issue before the Studies and avid advocate for this individuals organized a hunger After all of this, according to Ja- lieve something needs to be done end of the semester. They plan to re- issue, the Puget Sound community strike…which led to more support cobson, student attention to the is- about current immigration and im- convene after Thanksgiving to move is in a unique position for advocacy on the outside,” Jacobson said. sue increased. migration detention policies. forward with further action. because of its geographical location. This support also came direct- “A lot of students wanted to be in- “Detaining and deporting these “We live in a city that hosts one STATISTICS: AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION Greek Life prepares to welcome new sorority By ASHLEY LATHAM nalists. The sorority that is chosen Greek Life in general is huge is completely up to the vote of the throughout the United States. Ac- For over 50 years, there has been students. cording to Globalpost.com, nine Greek life on the University of “Preference is typically given to million students choose to join a Puget Sound campus. There are those sororities that have been fraternity or sorority. Over 730 ac- currently four fraternities and four here before,” Stephens said. “Main- credited schools across the United sororities. ly because they have institutional States have a Greek system on cam- This may change in the fall of knowledge and a built-in alumni pus. 2016. A committee has recent- b a s e .” Recruitment at the University of ly been assembled to examine the For many students, the Greek Puget Sound is in the spring. Many possibility of a new sorority on community serves as a support sys- students choose to rush. Having a campus. tem and a family system. new sorority will only increase the Before the process even begins, “I’m totally for a new sorority,” chances for those who rush. the overall health of the sorori- Grayson Williams-Krebs, sopho- “Another sorority will open that ty community is evaluated by the more and current Pi Phi member, opportunity up for many more committee. said. “Greek life here is so inclusive, women on our campus,” Stephens “If it is deemed that another so- PHOTO COURTESY /KEN AVIANANDA and having another sorority allows said. “In addition, we will also have rority would add a benefit to our for more girls to find a place where an opportunity to engage alumni community, then we put togeth- they feel comfortable and connect through their local chapter.” er a committee,” Director of Greek Going Greek: For many students, a Greek house means home. with a group of people.” With another sorority on campus, Life and Leadership Moe Stephens There is a possibility that the com- the likelihood of getting into a so- II said. to Stephens. If the Board of Trustees approves munity can benefit from the initia- rority is heightened. The committee is comprised of After the committee meets, it will the recommendation, the commit- tion of a new sorority, but the re- “Our chapters are very large af- a faculty member, a staff member, make a recommendation to Mike tee will make a proposal to send sponse to it from the student body ter recruitment is concluded in two students from the Greek com- Segawa, the Dean of Students. out to all the national sororities. and especially first-year students the spring,” Stephens said. “There munity and an ASUPS representa- Segawa will then take the rec- “Once proposals are returned, who plan on rushing is uncertain. are also a number of women who tive. ommendation to the President’s they will be scored and two to three “I think it is a good idea to broad- come out for recruitment, but de- Once the process has begun, it cabinet for review. The President’s sororities will be brought to cam- en the Greek community, but I am cide to withdraw from the process can take up to a year and a half. In cabinet has the ability to veto the pus to present to the campus popu- unsure whether or not people will or do not receive an invitation to two weeks, the committee will have recommendation. If it is approved, lation,” Stephens said. want to join a brand new sorori- join. I believe there is a place for all its first meeting where they will de- it will be passed on to the Board of After each sorority presents, one ty,” said Shelby Cundiff, a first-year of those women in our Greek com- cide their plan of action, according Trustees for a final decision. sorority will be chosen from the fi- who plans to rush in the spring. munity.”

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By MELANIE SCHAFFER ing for rice and vegetables which can be found in abundance at the Chef’s Table, the new Allergy Sta- The hot topic on campus at the tion and the Asian Station. beginning of the semester was Yet even these are not always the new Student Union Building veggie-friendly, as sometimes the (S.U.B.) being built and people mashed potatoes will include ba- are still talking about it. Unfor- con bits, because why not? If you tunately, many of the remarks are want protein, your choices will less than positive. most likely be various forms of Many Puget Sound students are tofu, but only sometimes. disgruntled with its poor design “I know beggers can’t be choos- which leads to less maneuver- ers, but it’s really sad to see our ability, especially during busy cafeteria go from being one of the hours. Others are frustrated by most vegetarian and vegan friend- the amount of time it takes to get a ly college cafeterias to feeling like sandwich, regardless of which side we’re an afterthought,” senior and of the Deli station they choose. vegan Dot Gasner said. However, the most salient com- The reference to Puget Sound plaint has to do with the extremely being one of the most vegan and limited options for vegans and vegetarian friendly schools has to vegetarians. Returning students do with an article issued by the don’t need a reminder of the days school’s website in 2006 titled, when the S.U.B. had an entire sta- “UPS Nominated a Top Vegan tion devoted to vegan/vegetarian Friendly Campus by peta2.” Ac- options. cording to the article, a represen- We all took for granted the Wild tative of the People for Ethical Rice and Craisin Pilaf-Stuffed Treatment of Animals organiza- Acorn Squash and the Mongolian tion (PETA) said, “Puget Sound “Beef.” Sadly these, along with the deserves an ‘A’ for meeting its station itself, disappeared when students’ growing hunger for deli- the new dining hall was built. cious vegan and vegetarian meals.” PHOTO COURTESY/ZOE NEWMAN It is true that, although both of After a glowing review such as these dishes are sorely missed, this, it’s hard to think what grade vegans and vegetarians can live Puget Sound would receive just Renovated S.U.B.: Was the renovation really worth it, or did it just make efficiency even without them. The problem, how- eight years later. worse? ever, lies not in their nostalgia for Now, many people can be seen squash, but in the fact that the wandering about the dining area her vegan diet. Gasner described have allergies to gluten, nuts and Yet when a significant portion of promise made to these students at for a few minutes before leav- a typical meal as “a sandwich with dairy. This addition is welcomed students cannot find the balanced, the end of last year was not kept. ing empty-handed. When asked toasted french bread, if they have by many students on campus, re- nutritious and animal-free meals Toward the end of last semester, to explain this strange phenom- it, Field Roast, if they have it, gardless of whether they suffer they need, this problem becomes word got out that the new dining enon, vegetarian and sophomore with avocado and other veggies.” from these allergies. one which needs to be addressed. facilities wouldn’t include the be- student Noah Lumbantobing said, French bread is one of the only The consensus on campus is that Although it would be ideal, stu- loved Veggie Station, and animal “I find myself at a loss of what to vegan breads offered in the S.U.B. the Allergy Station has the best dents recognize that it may not be lovers across campus were out- eat sometimes and just leave and and is a popular choice so it runs food by far. Since it is already so possible to bring back the Veggie raged. make my own food or go off cam- out quickly. Field Roast, a typical restrictive in its menu, however, Station due to available room in However, they quieted down pu s .” meat substitute and the only vegan vegans and vegetarians have a both the dining hall and the bud- once they were told that food they Going off campus to find meals source of protein offered at the hard time finding anything to eat get. could eat would be available not is certainly an inconvenience for Deli Station also goes fast, leaving other than vegetables. Instead, vegan and vegetar- just at one station, but every sta- many students, especially since vegan students with an even more The project of redesigning the ian students on campus plead that tion every day. Dining and Con- they pay out of pocket off campus limited selection. S.U.B. is one on which the school DCS makes good on the promise ference Services (DCS) has kept to while their prepaid on-campus The replacement for the old Veg- spent a great deal of money and ef- made this past Spring, and starts their word, sort of. meal plan is left untouched. gie Station in the new dining hall fort, which is why many students offering realistic vegan and veg- Yes, there are non-meat options Gasner has even more problems is the Allergy Friendly Station, are hesitant to make formal com- etarian meal options at every sta- at every station if you’re look- finding adequate meals which suit which is catered toward those who plaints. tion every day.

Th e drink of the month at Diver- sions this month is the creation of employee Geoff Abel, and is in- November spired by a type of Italian beverage called an aff ogato: ice cream or ge- lato with a shot of espresso poured on top. Th e Diversions variation— called a “Con Panna”—is com- prised of whipped cream, espres- so, and goes well with any type of fl avoring. Aft er moving on from the Drink of the Fall Spice Duke that was the drink of the month during October, the con panna will be an interesting departure from typical coff ee or- ders during the long and rainy month that is November at Puget Sound. “I wasn’t really sure it was an actual drink at fi rst,” fi rst year Pre- sley Reed said. “But it’ll be inter- month: esting to try.” Perhaps the con panna lacks the usual features of a drink of the month, but give it a try—it could CON PANNA be surprisingly tasty. PHOTO COURTESY/KEN AVIANANDA

Want your opinion to be heard? If you have a strong reaction to an article, email us at [email protected], or visit our website at trail.pugetsound.edu and share your voice with us. 4 OPINIONS The Puget Sound Trail November 7, 2014 [email protected] “F-Bombs for Feminism” is exploitative Even if it’s for a good cause, using a child in an ad is wrong By JORDYN ATKINSON On Oct. 21, the t-shirt company FCKH8 posted a video titled “Potty- Mouthed Princesses Drop F-Bombs for Feminism” to YouTube and quick- ly became a viral sensation shared by thousands on Twitter, Facebook and Tumblr. Th e video plays out just as one would predict. Five girls from the ages six to thirteen dressed in princess out- fi ts stand in front of a hot pink back- ground and begin to demand equal- ity and say shocking things such as asking the audience to “start teaching boys not to f**king rape.” While the video clearly has good intentions to draw in a large audience and help with the fi ght against sexism, it goes about it in the wrong way, the PHOTO COURTESY/KYLE CHONG foul language being the least concern- ing element. I wholeheartedly believe that the gap seen between sexes today is much more off ensive than the word “f**k;” however, I fi nd exploiting children for an advertising scheme and the sim- plifi cation of issues in the video to be PHOTO COURTESY/KYLE CHONG even worse. Of course, this is not the fi rst time Potty-mouthed Princesses: While their ideas are positive, it is not appropriate to use children this young in ads or marketing. that a company has used children to deliver their message for them. Anti- Furthermore, I believe this video is about your ensemble. this commodifi cation of values and should be brought into the conversa- smoking, environmental and religious sending a construed message about However, when companies like this instead persuade people to get up and tion as well. advertisements have all portrayed how to fi ght sexism. Th e ending take a stand greater than simply mak- At one point, a little girl claims “I very young children seemingly form- scenes commence with the lead- ing an online purchase. shouldn’t need a penis to get paid!” ing their own insights and testimoni- ers of the campaign coming out and Bumper stickers and buttons can Th is statement ignores the fact that als in order to emotionally persuade a encouraging viewers to pay more at- But even regarding positive only do so much against the greater is- trans women also face the challenges larger audience. tention to the issues at hand than the ideas... Children are just sues faced in our society; it takes real- of unequal pay as well as trans men But even regarding positive and cursing schoolchildren. world courage and advocacy to create that experience an advantage in the forward-thinking ideas, children are Th ey then compel those who agree not yet at an appropriate waves. Pay inequality, rape and vio- business world. just not yet at an appropriate maturity to purchase their hot pink t-shirts maturity level to form their lence, gender stereotypes and beauty Neither of their anatomies are con- level to form their own ideas or opin- with quotes such as “Th is is What expectations are all issues that need to sidered when determining their pay, ions and therefore should not be hired a Feminist Looks Like” and “Girls own ideas or opinions and be ameliorated by taking meaningful simply the fact that one identifi es as to act as such and used as props to Just Want to Have FUN-damental therefore should not be and legitimate action, not turned into male and one as a woman and there make a point when they do not even Rights.” wearable products that do little more lies the real problem. know what cause they are arguing on According to their website, fckh8. hired to act as such and than assuage the conscience of those It’s impossible to argue that FCKH8’s behalf of. com, the company is a for-profi t used as props to make a who spend money on them. video did not aim to have a construc- Rather than taking advantage of the clothing manufacturer that carries Finally, the company’s advertise- tive impact on society. However, even psychological reactions that a viewer “pro-LGBT equality, anti-racism and point... ment severely simplifi es the subjects progressive causes should avoid us- has when seeing children on-screen, anti-sexism T-shirts that act as ‘mini that it addresses. For instance, in- ing children as an easy way to reel in the educated, adult activists them- billboards for change.’” Th e idea is sinuating that we should simply teach views, they should encourage positive selves should speak, using their ex- (allegedly) that expressing beliefs begin to use button-pushing market- boys not to rape only perpetuates the and real social change more than pur- perience and self-formulated views against inequalities and encouraging ing tactics, replacing thoughtful rhet- simplifi cation of women’s rights is- chasing products, and issues should to argue their cause, rather than using social movements by simply wear- oric with sloganeering, one should sues. Th ere is more to the argument be expanded to include all those af- children as props to distract from the ing eye-catching t-shirts can spark a become skeptical. True activists and than heteronormative inequality and fected. content. conversation or inspire others to ask anti-hate companies should resist violence against women, and that Disdain for “slutty” Halloween costumes outdated By SOPHIE CARR Halloween has, lamentably, come and gone. Consequently, the week that ensues after the anticipation of a holiday always savors of anticlimax. However, the image of the costumes witnessed around campus will continue to burn in the retina of every student for months to come. Of course I’m referring to the spooky, or perhaps gory, nature of the costume, which I think is fair to regarded them as memorable. However, there have been many who have voiced criticisms online over other adult-themes represented in Halloween attire. These complaints concern the “sexy Halloween Costume”, or also referred to as the “slutty Halloween Costume”.

Though much of the criticism of in other ways. That I could both Seth Meyers, a clinical psychol- her work investigating relational character, or indeed animal/ob- the sexy Halloween costumes is partake and, you know, still be ogist and columnist of Psychol- aggression, the type of aggression ject/occupation. This is why cos- directed towards big vague enti- all those things I thought I was. ogy Today, suggests this stigma females appear to engage in more tumes such as sexy swat team, ties like “society” or “the media” And also that for some reason, I is first instigated during child- regularly than males (who tend to or sexy sea turtle exist, because for putting so much pressure on thought I have to prove all of that engage in more physical aggres- they’re a little funny. women to cater to the male gaze, in visual form.” sion). Which also makes criticism of yet it should be noted that the Unfortunately, many women Th e strange phenomenon of In a study examining the be- the sexy Halloween a little obso- certain ways of defending women chose to deride those who are less women hating other women havior of fourth and fifth grade lete; your mockery is absorbed by from sexual objectification look modest than what’s conventional boys and girls, Crick found that the theoretical levity of the cos- and sound exactly like patriarchal in our culture. is a far more detrimental girls were considerably more rela- tume. calls for modesty. Erika L. Sanchez, Huffington form of misogyny than tionally victimized, whereas boys Let’s support women rather than Molly McHugh, opinions writ- Post Columnist and Poet, theo- sexual objectifi cation in the were significantly more overtly censure them for their choice of er of The Daily Dot, writes from rizes in her column “When Wom- victimized. costume. It’s unreasonable for us experience about having to bat- en Hate Women” that ‘women media—or indeed hyper- The strange phenomenon of to claim that there is such a thing tle her own prejudice toward the hate’ is actually a form of objec- sexualization of Halloween women hating other women is a as “right or wrong” clothing, just ‘Slutty Halloween.’ She describes tification. She writes, “But it’s a far more detrimental form of mi- as it is for us to say that there is the rebuke of others, as well as her different kind of objectification costumes. sogyny than sexual objectifica- right or wrong music. own, as slut shaming: “I wasn’t because instead of driven by pow- tion in the media—or indeed hy- necessarily furious at slutty Hal- er and sexual desire, it’s driven hood. He surmises that women per-sexualisation of Halloween loween; I was furious that I didn’t by insecurity and disdain. Both hate is actually a manifestation of costumes. have the confidence to be a part types of gazes are dehumaniz- younger relational aggression. Sexy, or even ‘slutty’ if you like, of it, and that I had to spend so ing, and sometimes I’m not sure Meyers references Nicki Crick, a costumes are intended to be com- much energy trying to compete which is worse.” professor in gender research, and ical, not an earnest portrayal of a

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Gender gap extends to politics G-spot may or may By MIA HORNAE not exist, study finds Men dominate politics. Currently knew orgasms could be this compli- women make up only 18.5 percent By PAT N. DIAZ of Congress. Similarly, women cated? only hold 24.2 percent of state “O G-spot, G-spot, where art thou, Surprisingly, the G-spot can cause legislature positions, with 20 in the G-spot?” Everyone is in search to fi nd more harm than good. “I know where Senate. Clearly, it seems odd that the G-spot. Although there are count- [my G-spot] should be,” senior Lore- women make up roughly half the less books, articles, videos and gadgets lai said, “but I’ve never had an orgasm population, but only one-fi ft h of aimed at helping people fi nd the G- from it.” People think that they should our Senate. Oh, and we still have not spot, there is still debate as to whether be experiencing a magical realm of had a woman be our Commander or not it actually exists. While some pleasure, and if they aren’t, they feel as in Chief. people claim that they have found this though they are missing out on some- In the past century, our nation has magic pleasure spot, others are unsure. thing. “Sometimes I worry whether made some progress. Today, it is no Th e G-spot, named aft er the Ger- something is wrong with me because longer revolutionary when a woman man gynecologist Ernst Gräfenberg, is I’m not feeling what my friends and runs for offi ce. It is wonderful that located only a few inches in on the up- Cosmo are telling me I should feel,” we now have openly gay members of per wall of the vagina. Some describe Lorelai said. Congress. Yet, optimism regarding PHOTO COURTESY/KEN AVIANANDA this mysterious erogenous spot to Although the existence of the G- our progress quickly dwindles when have the texture of a walnut or the roof spot is up in arms, one thing is for considering where we should be. If of a mouth that swells and gets bigger sure: female-bodied folks are not hav- the governing body is supposed to the more aroused a person becomes. ing enough orgasms. Specifi cally, col- represent its constituents, than it Women politicians: Female politicians often are made to appear more masculine on the campaign trail and in campaign ads. Once aroused, the G-spot can be lege women are not having enough would be expected that there would stimulated from pressure, vibration, orgasms. A study of heterosexual col- be a proportional representation of or both. G-spot orgasms have been lege students by sociologist Elizabeth all gender and sexual orientations. they are trying to win over, reveal a woman to run, especially with Th is is, of course, how it looks on an interesting aspect of the gender connected with intense orgasms and Armstrong found that during a fi rst conservative policies. Yet, the polls female ejaculation, more commonly “hook-up” for every three orgasms a paper. dynamic in politics. tell a diff erent story. Bruce Bailey, People have actually shown Beginning with the traditional the democratic representative, known as “squirting.” man has, a woman has one. Th e study general interest in moving towards approach of Kay Hagan, we see actually leads Ernst by 14 points A review of a study was recently also notes that many women have the loft y ideal of equality. In a recent a clean-cut campaign hailed as among women voters. Also, Ernst published by two Italian sex research- accepted the fact that they probably Pew Research Poll, 71 percent of “near perfect” in an article by Alex leads Bailey, in an even larger ers, Vincenzo won’t have an responders said they would not Roarty of Th e Atlantic. Hagan is a margin, among men. Th is could Puppo and Gi- People think that the orgasm during care if the next President was male democrat, faring much better than easily be due to the platform Ernst ulia Puppo, which a fi rst hook-up. or female, while 19 percent would any of her fellow party members in is running with. She does not shy claims that there is G-spot is the end-all-be- Even though be more likely to vote for a female what is proving to be a toxic political away from her military background, no such thing as a all of female orgasms. this could be candidate, and 9 percent would be environment. Her approval rating or “tough” side. Th e candidate even “vaginal orgasm” due to a variety less likely. among women is relatively high, at aired a commercial with Ernst or “G-spot.” Th ey say that the G-spot of reasons, one reason might be that It seems reasonable that some 49/37. Th e approach has been quite riding a motorcycle and shooting theory may have had little and invalid people rely on their body to have G- would want to support a female simple, with Hagan highlighting a gun to “take aim at wasteful medical evidence to support it. How- spot or vaginal orgasms and do not candidate over a male candidate the normality of her own home spending.” Th is is ridiculous. Not ever, they explain that female-bodied stimulate their clitoris. with similar credentials. Th is life and political career. Her three because she is a woman, but because folks have “female orgasms” instead, “People think that the G-spot is Affi rmative Action-type argument kids are mentioned, as well as her of the great lengths it goes to in which stem from the clitoris. the end-all-be-all of female orgasms,” makes sense for those looking to staunch commitment to education. order to show an image, an image of To be clear, Puppo and Puppo are said junior Rory, “when really they transform the uneven political However, she says relatively little Ernst inhabiting a masculine world. not dismissing the fact that people are forgetting about how magical their landscape. Th e more enlightening about her personal life, focusing Maybe women voters do not like number is the 71 percent that are experiencing pleasure from what clitoris is.” Th e problem is that people more on policy and past work this, which could be a reason for the they believe is the G-spot. Instead, are too concerned with how they have are indiff erent to the candidates’ and, of course, endorsements from disparity in points among voters. It genders. Perhaps they still have Hillary Clinton. Th is is only brought they agree with scientist Emmanu- their orgasms and not if they experi- could also be the reason she has a ence pleasure; an orgasm, is an or- subconscious biases, but it is nice to up because of its stark contrast to lead among male voters. Regardless, ele A. Jannini’s claim that there is an see people devaluing gender in their the techniques used by Jodi Ernst, a the inclusion of such themes in a “intimate area” that is a bigger, more gasm, is an orgasm. Th e pressure to evaluation of a politician. It is not republican woman looking to win a political campaign seem entirely out complex area rather than a singular have an “O” via G-spot oft en discour- nearly as important as their political tight race in Iowa. of place, and irrelevant. spot which is made up of the clitoris, ages people from coming at all and record, as well as countless other Iowa is unique when it comes to It is a shame that those running vagina and urethra. Th e name for this creates unnecessary stigma around factors. Beyond the polls, two women in politics. Mainly because need to tailor their campaigns and intimate area? A mouthful: the “cli- the types of orgasms people have. key Senate races currently feature it has never had a woman serve gender images in order to appeal to tourethrovaginal, or CUV, complex.” So, does the G-spot exist? I can’t say women running. Th e contrast in congress, or as governor. With voters. Th is will remain important Jannini explains that it is the reactions for sure, but it doesn’t hurt to lube-up, between their two platforms, as traditionally republican voters, as long as voters respond to it, and from the CUV complex that cause the take your time and explore whatever well as the reactions from the voters Iowa seemed the perfect place for this is where the problem lies. sensation of a G-spot orgasm. Who feels good to you. 6 The Puget Sound Trail FEATURES November 7, 2014 [email protected]

code of conduct is presented. good deal of attention on the top- dents alongside ASUPS has facili- Center Rotunda. TRIGGER For instance, Williams noted in ic this year—devoting personnel tated a discussion to hear students’ Krystle Cobian, the Conduct Co- WARNING her article, a victim has the ability to and resources to bringing attention concerns and talk about the ways ordinator of the Office of the Dean request a no-contact order, similar to the issue, reviewing all our poli- in which the University’s policy can of Students, is eager to hear about CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 to a restraining order. Williams ex- cies, emphasizing prevention, mak- improve in the future. contentions within the conduct tri- pressed her dismay at the fact that ing reporting more straightforward, “Speak Up! Student Voices on Sex- al process and encourages the stu- Williams, too, emphasized the so many survivors are unaware of providing training and creating op- ual Misconduct Policies & Proce- dent activism that is emerging on University’s failure to provide her this option. portunities for students, faculty and dures” was held Nov. 6 from noon campus. friend with a safe atmosphere to The University has voiced its sup- staff to voice their perspectives,” to 1:30 p.m. in the Commencement “It’s a huge issue, it always has learn. In addition to the loopholes port of survivors. University President Ronald Thom- Hall Tahoma Room; another session been. What’s being discussed shows in the litigation process, she claimed The issue is a first priority for the as said. will take place on Nov. 13 from 5:30 that this isn’t just a conflict between there was vagueness in the way the University and we are focusing a The Office of the Dean of Stu- to 7 p.m. in the Wheelock Student two people, it’s between the commu-

INFOGRAPHIC BY LEANNE GAN

RAPE OR SEXUAL ASSAULT? WHAT IS CONSENT? RESOURCES FOR SURVIVORS

Rape is legally defined as the crime of sex without consent. Rape is a type Consent is the present of a clear, enthusiastic yes. Any kid of sexual First, know that you are not alone, and it’s not your fault. No matter the circumstances, of sexual assault, but sexual assault also includes any type of behavior activity without consent is sexual assault and is a crime. Take note that it is never OK—or legal—to force someone to be sexual without their consent. that forces the victim to be sexual with the perpetrator without consent, the absence of a no is not a yes—studies have shown that in addition to Under Title IX, any university that receives federal funding has the legal obligation whether that means forced oral sex, inappropriate touching or groping, our ‘fight or flight’ responses, some people react to trauma by completely to offer survivors a no-contact agreement—essentially a restraining order—against or exhibitionism. If you know someone who’s been sexually assaulted, freezing up. A non-responsive partner is not a green light. If someone the perpetrator as well as the opportunity to change dorms if they live in the same however, use the terms that they do; insisting on strict definitions can is very drunk, under the influence of drugs, under 18, or has a mental building as the perpetrator, and to change their schedule if they share a class with the delegitimize the survivor’s experience. disability, they cannot legally give consent. Both or all parties must ask, perpetrator. Rape and sexual assault are not about sex. They are about the perpetrator especially if it is your first time with that partner. This can be as simple as Any faculty member is required by Title IX to report to the administration any gaining power and control over the victim. Rape and sexual assault “do you like this?” or “do you want me to keep going?” instances of sexual assault they may hear about. occur just as often during the day as during the night and are usually Rape Crisis Center of Pierce County: (253) 474-7273 committed by someone the victim knows. Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network: 1-800-656-4673 INCIDENCES OF RAPE REPORTED ON PUGET SOUND CAMPUS, 2004-2013* 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 FEATURES The Puget Sound Trail 7 [email protected] November 7, 2014

nity as well,” Cobian said. is for this to not happen on campus survivor the opportunity to collect had the forensic exam performed. in 2013 or to date in 2014, Badham One of Cobian’s primary goals for at all. When it does we want to re- evidence of the crime should they Badham wants this to be an option said. improvements to procedures is in- spond appropriately, making sure decide to press charges. for more survivors. creased clarity. This is a goal that that the incident is approached with Currently, according to Badham, if “We’re very much interested in is shared by the Office of the Dean thoughtfulness, seriousness and a rape is reported to Security it can getting it right,” Badham said. Speak Up! Student of Students, which emphasizes a care,” Cobian said. be anywhere between two days and According to Badham, one inci- Voices on Sexual broader understanding of the pro- Security Services is also updating two weeks after the incidence oc- dence of rape—defined under Title Misconduct Policies cedures as well as a campus climate their response procedures in reports curred. The window for collecting IX as penetration without consent that would prevent incidences of of sexual assault. Todd Badham, Di- usable evidence through a forensic or sex with a minor—was reported & Procedures sexual assault from happening in rector of Security Services, wants exam is between 72 and 96 hours. for the calendar year of 2013. No Nov. 13 | 5:30 to 7 p.m. the first place. Security to strengthen their support A survivor can decide not to pur- additional cases of sexual assault Wheelock Student “We focus on prevention; our goal of survivors in terms of giving the sue legal action even if they have were reported to Security Services Center Rotunda

RESOURCES FOR SURVIVORS VICTIM OR SURVIVOR? KNOW A SURVIVOR?

First, know that you are not alone, and it’s not your fault. No matter the circumstances, Some people who have been through sexual assault prefer the term Keep in mind that you might be the first person they’ve told, and your it is never OK—or legal—to force someone to be sexual without their consent. survivor to victim because it focuses on the future and recovery rather responses could have a huge impact on them. The most important thing Under Title IX, any university that receives federal funding has the legal obligation than the crime—it can be a way to lend the person agency, which is to do is listen. Don’t offer advice or tell them what to do, like “you should to offer survivors a no-contact agreement—essentially a restraining order—against especially important in such a situation, when the survivor has been go to the police” or “you should report them.” Don’t ask questions like the perpetrator as well as the opportunity to change dorms if they live in the same robbed of power and control. Not everyone prefers this term, however. If “were you drunk?” or “what were you wearing?” that, to the survivor, building as the perpetrator, and to change their schedule if they share a class with the you are unsure, just ask. For clarity, we use “victim” when referring to the can sound like you’re blaming them for what happened. Don’t call it rape perpetrator. act of the crime and survivor when talking about someone who has been if the survivor hasn’t done so—language is powerful and it may cause Any faculty member is required by Title IX to report to the administration any through a sexual assault. further trauma to use such a powerful word. Just listen, support them, instances of sexual assault they may hear about. and be prepared with the resources that are available to them. Rape Crisis Center of Pierce County: (253) 474-7273 Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network: 1-800-656-4673

Badham, each of these reported *These numbers only report crimes was committed by an those incidences that are defined acquaintance of the victim. under the legal terms of the Clery According to RAINN.org, 60 Act as rape: sex without consent percent of sexual assaults are not or sex with a minor. They do not reported. include reports of sexual assault Statistics courtesy of Security 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 other than rape. According to Services. 8 SPORTS The Puget Sound Trail November 7, 2014 [email protected] Mixed weekend for both Logger soccer teams George Fox Bruins the same day. They By ROXANNE KRIETZMANN continued their five game winning streak with a sixth victory over the he men’s and women’s soc- Bruins 4-0. This was the Loggers’ sec- cer teams both had very dif- ond victory over the Bruins. The Log- ferent experiences at their gers defeated them 3-0 on Sept. 27. gamesT on Oct. 26. “Our goal going into the game was The men’s team took on the Wil- to pass the ball quickly and accurately, lamette Bearcats at home in a close and to use our possession to get into game that resulted in a 1-0 loss for the the attack and score,” senior Annie Loggers. Jonsson (Portland, Ore.) said. The men previously lost to Wil- “We felt that we achieved this goal lamette 2-1 on Sept. 27, and the and played one of our best possession Bearcats made it clear throughout this games of the season along with us- game that they were going to stop the ing our skills to attack and score four Loggers at all costs. goals throughout the game,” Jonsson They received five yellow cards and said. 23 fouls during the game while the The night before the game against Loggers only came out with six fouls. George Fox, the Loggers watched film Senior Andrew White (Steamboat from last year’s second round nation- Springs, Colo.) knew the game against al tournament game against Hardin- Willamette would be a physical one. Simmons. “We fought hard and knew it was “By watching the film, we were going to be a one or two goal game able to see our potential and what we and, unfortunately, didn’t have the are capable of as a team,” sophomore mental toughness to capitalize on the goalkeeper Lauren Thomas (Woodin- ville, Wash.) said. opportunities we made,” White said. PHOTOCOURTESY/LOGGERATHLETICS White led the team with two shots. “After watching that, there was an Total, the Loggers took five, and the energy among the team that is diffi- Bearcats took six. cult to explain, but every member of On the attack: Senior Robin Viera sprints the ball up the field for the attack. Willamette’s only goal was scored the team brought a level of excitement off a header from a corner kick 32 and determination that was raised to a minutes into the first half by Yazan level I have had yet to see this season.” the season. Hishmeh. Neither the Bruins nor the Loggers Shortly after, first year Jacquelyn White is determined not to get scored during the first half, but the Anderson (Renton, Wash.) scored the hung up on this loss and is looking to- Loggers came back determined for second goal for the Loggers. ward the next game. the second half. Assisted by junior Liz Blonden (Se- “Hard work is the best way to Just four minutes in, junior Annie attle, Wash.), Anderson received the bounce back after a loss,” White said. Prickett (Bozeman, Mont.) scored the pass from across the box and shot. “It’s important to not get hung up on first goal. This was Anderson’s first goal of the mistakes or what could have hap- Prickett shot the ball from outside season. pened. Instead, I focus on moving for- the box, and it hit the net right above The third goal was headed into the ward and the week of practice and the the head of Bruin goalkeeper Ally net by junior Cassie Winter (Seattle, upcoming games.” Swanson. Wash.), assisted again by Blonden The women’s team played the This was Prickett’s second goal of and the fourth goal was shot by senior Robin Vieira (Seattle, Wash.), assisted by Jonsson. “I was really happy about my assist and being able to contribute to our PHOTOCOURTESY/LOGGERATHLETICS win against George Fox,” Jonsson said. “As a team, we agree to put every- GOAAAAL!: Emily Prasil strikes the ball for the go-ahead goal. thing we have into the game the full 90 minutes, so assisting a goal later in The Loggers’ winning streak came “We, as a team, not only invest in the game was a great reward for the to an end, though, with a loss to the the physical side of the game but also effort myself and the rest of the team Pacific Lutheran Lutes on Oct. 29. the mental,” Thomas said. “Meaning gave throughout the whole game.” No scoring occurred within the that we realize that soccer can be very Junior Amalia Acorda-Fey (Seat- first half of the game, but the Lutes mental on and off the pitch regarding tle, Wash.) led the Loggers with four came out strong with two goals right playing and getting feedback from fel- shots. off the bat in the second half. low teammates and coaches as well as “Our team possessed the ball real- The Loggers attempted a comeback how we learn to compete.” ly well in the George Fox game,” Jons- with a goal scored shortly after by Vie- White said that practice will be son said. ira, but the game ended after a third geared toward maintaining the team’s After a successful weekend con- goal by the Lutes, bringing the final level of confidence. sisting of two back-to-back wins, the score to 3-1. During the game, Puget “We drill into our heads that the women spent the beginning of the Sound received two yellow cards and season is nowhere near over and that week recovering so as to be fresh for one red card while the Lutes received anything can happen in the North- their next game. one yellow card. west Conference,” White said. “For “It has been a quick turnaround With three games remaining in the the rest of the season I just want to fin- PHOTOCOURTESY/LOGGERATHLETICS from this weekend’s game,” Thomas regular season for the women and ish off strong and maintain the high said. “So really we are all doing our men, both teams are focusing on their level of play we have been playing all Good ball: Sam Zisette receives a great through pass from teammate. best to recover quickly.” individual strengths as well as their y e a r.”. team chemistry. Culture of intramural sports brings out the fun By LUKIE CROWLEY on because we had all played com- team and enjoyed every bit of it, ing out,” Bryant said. than a couple games, so that was petitively before and had become voicing the same thoughts as Inn. What’s most important for ev- disappointing, but it was still fun,” good friends during orientation so eryone involved with intramurals Bryant said. Intramurals this year have been we meshed really well together,” Inn is having fun while having some of Winning isn’t everything, but to quite the success. Participation has said. “ I was interested in the competitive spirit that may have have that type of competitive spirit been very good, with teams filling Playing intramurals can be a way been seen previously when playing in all of the sports is important, be- out easily. to play the sport you love without soccer because I played the sport. cause spicing the game up a little bit The new season just started this having to commit to a long-term It is a way to release stress while can make it that more attractive to week, and the past one brought out varsity sport. In playing intramu- competitively my whole life doing something one loves. someone who is interested in join- the fun and competitive spirit that rals, one can still play with friends Additionally, participation and ing. everyone wants to see. and have a good time. For Inn, it and wanted to continue numerous players are key for intra- Now that we are in November, the Some of the choices include five was soccer. murals, as it can increase the level basketball season is open and pro- versus five basketball, dodgeball, in- “I was interested in soccer be- playing in college without of entertainment because everyone vides another sport to come out and door and outdoor soccer, volleyball cause I played competitively my wants to be a part of it while also play. For intramurals, there is al- and walleyball (a combination of whole life and wanted to continue the stress of a full-time trying to enjoy it. ways a variety of sports to choose volleyball and wall-ball). playing in college without the stress Chances are, the game will be from, no matter the season. Having The season goes until Dec. 5. Ev- of a full-time commitment to varsi- commitment to varsity. ” played with or against a friend, and this accessibility is important in the ty level,” Inn said. that can help with participation whole system. ery sport is co-ed with the exception —Angie Inn of five versus five basketball, which For soccer, the games are usually rates. Most importantly, the culture has the option of a men-only team played on Todd Field or on the turf Even though there is a small com- makes everything. The fact that as well. football field; referees are assigned mitment in meeting a couple times someone can be playing a sport they First year student Angie Inn (San to each game and are consistent in “I played my whole life and I a week, winning is still just as im- love while not needing to commit to Francisco, Calif.) was part of an in- showing up. wanted to do something with my portant. a varsity sport is an extremely im- tramural outdoor soccer team and Another first year student, Mad- friends that was completely relax- For Bryant, she was looking for a portant option for students to be enjoyed being part of the team. isan Bryant (Spokane, Wash.) was ing and fun… It’s a different way to little bit more out of the team. able to access on campus. “I loved the team I was playing also part of an intramural soccer have fun outside our norm of hang- “I thought we would win more The Puget Sound Trail SPORTS 9 [email protected] November 7, 2014 History lesson on the rivals from the same city gers. The Loggers faced a 2-1 defi- By ZAL ROBLES cit and were able to rally back to force a fifth game. Unfortunately, As the fall season for the Uni- the Loggers were unable to com- versity of Puget Sound Athletics plete the comeback. comes to an end, so does the year- The volleyball team will have ly fall sports rivalry with Pacific the opportunity to play spoiler Lutheran. and ruin PLU’s chance to win con- The women’s soccer team split ference. their series with PLU with a 1-0 Junior outside-hitter Shaw- win and a 3-1 loss. Each game has na Smith (Longview, Wash.) and been a tightly contested match first-year setter Moira McVicar (El that has been played with much Dorado Hills, Calif.) both had a passion. The most recent game double-double in their first league was for first place in the North- game against PLU. west Conference. On Nov. 1, the Puget Sound Sophomore defender Emma football team lost to PLU by a Donckels (Los Altos, Calif.) score of 42-27. Attendance was scored the lone goal in the Loggers 2,742 people. Many people from first game against PLU. Senior for- Puget Sound and Pacific Lutheran ward Robin Vieira (Seattle, Wash.) packed Baker Stadium. scored the lone goal for the Log- Senior quarterback Braden Fol- gers in the second game against ey (Bothell, Wash.) finished the the Lutes. That was her sixth of game with 28-54 passing for 302 PHOTO COURTESY/MAKAYLAA CLANCY the season. yards, three touchdowns and one The men’s soccer team won interception. Senior Kevin Miller their first game at PLU with a 1-0 (Seattle, Wash.) had 10 receptions The rivalry continues: The football team continues against the cross-town rivals, the Lutes of PLU. win and finish the season at home for 122 yards and two touch- against PLU on Nov. 8. The Log- downs. first time the school met on the gers are currently a game behind “Playing PLU is such a different grid iron, was in 1926 when Puget first place Willamette. On pa- experience because they are our Sound won 12-0. per the men’s game against PLU cross-town rival[s] and there [are Each year the game is a highly is the most competitive game left many] emotions involved,” junior anticipated event that can turn co- on their schedule. This will be the quarterback Nick Nestingen (Seat- workers who are alumni of each game to attend. tle, Wash.) said. school into bitter rivals. People Senior forward Andrew White The University of Puget Sound can still purchase memorabilia of (Steamboat Springs, Colo.) PLU rivalry has a long history that the 1949 game on the eBay web- notched the lone goal against the dates back to the times both these site. Lutes. The Loggers could still win schools were founded. The Uni- Every year the Northwest Con- the league if they beat PLU on versity of Puget Sound was found- ference ranks schools based on the Nov. 8 and Willamette and Whit- ed in 1888 in the city of Tacoma. overall performance of their com- worth lose their games. Two years later, Pacific Lutheran bined athletics. The volleyball team has played University was founded. The goal for every year for the PLU two times during the sea- The University of Puget Sound University of Puget Sound’s ath- son and will face PLU once more and Pacific Lutheran University PHOTO COURTESY / LOGGERATHLETICS letic department is to finish above on Nov. 5. When the two teams have played each other 89 times in Pacific Lutheran. met in conference play, it result- football. The series record is 44- Dug in the trenches: The Logger offensive line lines up to block ed in an epic 3-2 loss for the Log- 39-5 favoring Puget Sound. The PLU’s large blitzing defensive linemen and linebackers. Basketball teams preparing for their seasons

By THOMAS OVERTON

The Logger basketball squads Women’s November are kicking off their seasons soon, and there’s a whole lot to be excited Basketball Schedule about. The ladies kick off their sea- son on Friday, Nov. 7 in an exhibi- tion at Seattle Pacific University, and the men are traveling to Eastern Washington University on Sunday Nov. 9 for their opener. Date Opponent/Location Time The men’s squad graduated three seniors who managed to put up a lot Friday 7th @ Seattle Pacific 7:30 p.m. of points for the Loggers over the last season. Most notable is Rex Nelson Saturday 15th vs. Lynchburg @ 12 p.m. who led the Logger offense in points per game last season with 15.2. Fel- PHOTO COURTESY/GABRIEL NEWMAN Baltimore, Md. Johns low classmates Dan Cheledinas and Hopkins Tip-Off Aj Maw also contributed a large por- Time to ball: Coach Lunt gets ready for another season as Head Tournament tion of the Logger offense, contrib- Basketball coach of a team searching for a conference title. uting 9.6 and 10.1 ppg respectively last season. son. Senior guards Taylor Jones and Sheldon also returns as the assist The main thrust of the men’s Kristine Miller left the team last sea- leader from last season with 2.5 as- Sunday 16th vs. Lynchburg @ TBA squad remains intact as the second son. Jones played in all 26 games of sists per game. Power Forward Katy Baltimore, Md. Johns and third leading scorers behind the season last year and started 22 of Ainslie (Redmond, Wash.) returns Nelson return to the lineup for this those games. as the Logger’s third leading scorer Hopkins Tip-Off season. Miller led the team last year in from last season with 11.1 ppg. Tournament Forward Nick Holden (Pasadena, field goal percentage with 53.8. Another exciting player that re- Calif.) returns as a true senior and Outweighing the loss of the two turns to the Logger lineup is soph- brings 10.5 ppg and 7.0 rebounds seniors is the return of the most pro- omore Guard Alexis Noren (Mil- Friday 21st Saint Benedict Doug 6 p.m. per game, the most of anyone on the ductive players for the Loggers. The waukie, Ore.). Noren was the only team last season. Holden also led the three leading scorers from last sea- freshman to play in all 26 games last McArthur Classic team in blocked shots per game with son are all wearing maroon again season and she led the team in steals 1.5. Guard Erin Barber (Puyallup, this season. Guard Amanda Forshay per game with 1.5. Saturday 22nd Concordia- M’head 6 p.m. Wash.), the second leading scorer (Moraga, Calif.) returns as last sea- The men’s squad starts their NWC from last season, returns to the line- son’s leading scorer with 15.6 ppg. season away at George Fox Univer- Doug McArthur Clas- up with senior standing academical- Forshay was also selected for the sity on Saturday Jan. 3 at 6:00 p.m. sic ly but with junior eligibility. Barber USA D3 travel team which battled it The women’s squad start their is also the only returning player to out against teams from South Amer- conference season also away against receive All-NWC honors last season ica in July last summer. George Fox on Saturday Jan. 3 with Saturday 29th @ Concordia (Ore.) 5:30 p.m. as he was named to the Second Team Team USA ended up playing their game start time at 4 p.m. All-NWC last season. against teams with WNBA and The ladies’ squad returns to the Olympic players. Sophomore Guard court this year even stronger than Emily Sheldon (Portland, Ore.) re- the men as they only graduated two turns as last season’s second leading seniors at the end of the 2013-14 sea- scorer with 12.1 ppg. 10 COMBAT ZONE The Puget Sound Trail [email protected] November 7, 2014 The Combat Zone is intended to be a satirical work. The views and opinions expressed by the Combat Zone do not necessarily reflect those of The Puget Sound Trail, ASUPS, concerned parties or the University of Puget Sound. Please submit compliments or complaints in the form of letters to the editor. Students hoodwinked into class about intolerance By COWMAN BLACKMAILER several remained enrolled, claiming they had agreed to “keep an open mind” when they signed up for the With registration just around the class and it was therefore their duty corner, this article aims to serve as a to keep with the program. Of the re- warning for students about deceiv- maining students, some even came ing course descriptions. Last regis- to enjoy the activities they partici- tration period, several students mis- pated in outside of the classroom. interpreted the intentions of a course “Prison heists are pretty cool actu- titled “Intolerance in America.” The ally,” student Dominic Angler said. program is a part of the humanities “I mean don’t get me wrong this department and its course descrip- class is messed up, but man, I can’t tion reads: even describe the rush you get bust- “This course focuses on a broad ing someone out of the pen.” spectrum of social injustices in The same student left a review of America. The mistreatment of mi- the professor on the website ratemy- norities, women, homosexuals, etc. professor.com. Angler gave the pro- will be some of the social groups fessor a 4.2, claiming he was “rac- studied. A large portion of the ist, misogynistic, homophobic and course involves student participa- a criminal,” but that—because these tion in movements aimed at these were essential characteristics of the PHOTO COURTESY/SARAH ROGOWSKEY inequities. Students must be able to course—he was overall “just doing keep an open mind during class- his job.” room discussions, readings and Life Lessons: Students enrolled in this semester’s class on intolerance were in for a rude awak- Fortunately, the University has de- demonstrations.” ening at the start of the Fall semester, finding that all other alternative classes that did not contain clared the class terminated upon the Students who registered and at- a required prejudice had already filled up. end of the fall term (although it is tended the class during the Fall of unknown how it was approved in 2014 were shocked to find their ex- covered that the professor had no in- ing it. The textbook for the course required by the course mainly in- the first place). However, this con- pectations for the class were far from tentions of benefiting anyone,” stu- was written by the professor during volve freeing imprisoned compan- troversial course should serve as a being met. dent Jane Wallace said. his time served in prison for violent ions of the professor, who he believes warning to students who typically “Going into the first class I was ex- Students soon realized the course hate crimes and is written in pen on are “vital to oppression.” gloss over course descriptions. cited to learn about and participate was not aimed at fighting intoler- napkins from the prison’s cafeteria. A majority of students dropped the in social movements which would ance in society, but instead reinforc- Furthermore, the demonstrations program within the first week, but actually benefit society, I soon dis- EDM concert ‘meh’ Student truly offended by nothing erally—like the thing she was wear- By CURIOUS ME shaking things up. Nothing is pasta for dinner, because the red ing—covered her entire body. Up to By AUDREY KAUFMAN This past Saturday, a member of her neck,” junior Lexie Benson said. more important than people lik- sauce gets caked onto the pan and the University—Shelley Sanders, a Indeed, Sanders lacked the appro- ing me.” hardens, making it more difficult sophomore biology major—attend- priate brightly colored sports bra, “It’s not about what it is, it’s Since the beginning of his cam- for He Who Must Not Be Named ed a rave for the first time in a spon- bare midriff, fake animal fur or cul- about what it represents,” Univer- paign against nothing, Marco has to clean, when he inevitably gives taneous and impulsive decision. turally appropriative Native Ameri- sity of Puget Sound student Mar- lost 127 Facebook friends. “That’s in and just washes them himself. Despite her predictions of an un- can headdress with extra feathers. co Rubenstein said. Since last Fri- only half though,” he said. “So “Anyone who says I’m be- forgettable night filled with neon Sanders confirmed the outrageous- day, Rubenstein has conducted a 50% agree with me. They sup- ing ‘oversensitive’ is missing the lights and inspiringly loud electron- ness of her outfit, citing that perhaps “school-wide” protest over “noth- port what I’m doing, tacitly, by point,” Rubenstein said in re- ic music, she was left less than satis- her poor choice of dress was due to i n g .” continuing to be my Facebook sponse to the backlash. fied. Unfortunately for Sanders, her her desire for comfort, cultural sen- Rubenstein refuses to read or friends. Or they muted me. They When asked to elaborate on disappointment garnered the osten- sitivity and her mostly sober mental watch mainstream news sources didn’t mute me.” why nothing matters, Rubenstein tatious criticism of regular rave at- state. b e c a u s e stammered tendees. With growing concerns that she he “can’t for a sec- “I didn’t see her post even one pic- would never be able to attend an find an ond and ture to Facebook or Instagram this EDM concert again, Sanders proud- unbiased assured weekend,” senior Jeff Coolley said. ly caved and uploaded her single source” me that Defying nearly five years of rave photo to her social media format of a n d he would culture tradition, Sanders only took choice: a classic Facebook post with “doesn’t write a one picture during the entire event - the caption “Had a great time at want to think-piece and abstained from applying any fil- EDM Electric Paradise World Fes- be influ- about it ters or maximizing the saturation of tival 2014!!” Her post, however, re- enced by sometime the photo. mained devoid of any hashtags or contrived in the near “It was a pretty good time,” Sand- emojis that suggested the immortal- trash with future. ers said. “Not totally sure I’d do it ity of her memory of the night. an agen- “Do you again, but it was cool. The lights “Her caption is awful, [too]. She d a .” know about were nice in person.” didn’t even say she wanted to be tak- “I only Buzzfeed’s Even with her calm demeanor, en back or that she loved everyone read Je- submis- the social mediasphere was abuzz she went with,” Benson said. “Where zebel and sion guide- with appalled reactions to her pecu- does it say this was the best time of Buzzfeed,” lines?” he liar lack of engagement in all forms her life?” he said. said. “Like of social media. Many artists from Surprisingly, her lack of inclu- “ T h a t ’ s how long the EDM scene expressed their dis- sion of such key statements reflected where the they take may; while every other rave attend- her actual feelings. Sanders report- heart of to get back ee posted a plethora of statuses to ed that she did not, in fact, want to our cul- to you? Do ture is to- they pay? Facebook raving about the magical be taken back, nor did she find it the PHOTO COURTESY/ CHRIS ROACH wonders of EDM artists and the un- best time of her entire living history. day. That’s Actually, I forgettable times they had, Sanders So what was the best time? w h e r e don’t think failed to conform. “Probably my older sister’s wed- p e o p l e I have time Her critics labeled her as “primi- ding,” Sanders said. “She was the are re- Nothing: Nothing is more important of an issue than nothing. for this. I’m tive,” “anti-technology” and “a nean- happiest I’d ever seen her, and it was ally talk- really busy.” derthal.” a beautiful event. Just this past June, ing about With his “She wore the worst outfit. It lit- actually!” nothing and I applaud that.” Rubenstein has also had some think-piece plans on hold, Ruben- Rubenstein is combatting noth- aggressive verbal confrontations stein is currently outlining a long ing by sitting at a table on the first with people who disagree with Facebook status about nothing. floor of The University of Puget and/or dislike him, otherwise When it was suggested to Ru- Sound’s Wheelock Student Cen- known as his “haters.” He de- benstein that his time, intelligence ter with a bowl of Coco Puffs and scribed one confrontation with a and persistence may be more use- a 16oz Duke of Earl from Diver- former friend­—current hater—as ful in combatting other, more im- sions. He listens to the conversa- so hurtful that he was compelled portant issues, he snapped. “Like tions of students who sit down to tweet “Remember when we Ebola?” he said. “People need to to eat their food near him and were all best friends....” shut up about Ebola. It’s like bare- quickly jumps in to inform them Apparently this friend, a house- ly even a thing. Nothing is more of his “controversial” opinions mate whom Rubenstein insists on important than Ebola. Nothing is about nothing. calling “He Who Must Not Be happening now.” “People don’t really like it,” Ru- Named,” thought Rubenstein was “I care about nothing,” he said. benstein said, when asked how being a little oversensitive about “I think that’s pretty clear to ev- PHOTO COURTESY/ MATTHEW SKLAR his activism has been received on nothing and also wanted him to e r y on e .” campus. “But that’s how I know wash his dishes in a timely man- ner, especially when he makes Layers: How many layers, exactly, is too many to rave? I’m doing something right. I’m The Puget Sound Trail ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 11 [email protected] November 7, 2014 Music for hearts: Grouper releases new album Ruins By EVAN BOUCHER there is a ghost in these ruins, it’s one that can still recall its life on earth. Under the alias “Grouper,” Ruins reads as a memory, musician and artist Liz Harris has constantly calling back across a vast been making eerie and mysterious space to a past which feels worlds solo records since 2005. Last Friday away. It was almost entirely recorded saw the release of Grouper’s newest on a four-track tape recorder during album, Ruins, a tender and sprawling an artist residency in Portugal in masterpiece dedicated to the past 2011, and doubles as a document that successfully encapsulates the of that time; even three years later, memories and history of memory its surroundings were not erased. and history themselves. Reality bleeds into the hazily As ambient music, Grouper infinite network of memory and records have always toyed cautiously imagination—small windows into with varying levels of self-exposure, the obtrusive outer world that knows an approach/retreat cycle often nothing of such complex internal mediated by Harris’ application of landscapes, such as an unsolicited reverb. microwave beep. This wispy weaving But, over time, Harris has of real-life sounds with traditional maintained a trend of gradually music ones makes this album come unveiling the swirling and foggy across as a vignette, like a sneak compositions Grouper became preview of your next life. known for in its early career. After At times, the image is even setting a standard of delicate yet somewhat concrete, like a shaky indecipherable, crafting musicblack-and-white film video of a trip as intangible as air, Grouper has to the beach in the 1900s, except PHOTO COURTESY/RARELY UNABLE PR been stepping back the layers of more somber. On Ruins, there is a constant nostalgia that reaches back concealment—and Harris herself Daily Theater: Liz Harris’, pictured here, new album Ruins is her most stripped-down effort. The stepping forwards, inches at a time. much farther than its literal history, an irresolvable tension rooted in restricted audio palette unifies every track on the record, peeling away the some of her usual In this respect, Ruins is quite mystery. likely Liz Harris’ most stripped- time and distance immemorial. down effort, and by a much larger Liz Harris still displays a masterful use of reverb, but gone are the Metal,” Ruins opens quickly, almost tell whether I wish I could hear (or at least tear up) those who listen margin than ever when compared impatient to begin, but it just as everything she’s saying or if it’s better to them too lucidly. to her other recent work. Her audio perpetually thick sheets of it; gone is the hauntingly incorporeal mass quickly catches its breath. As this off to just be engulfed by the sound Ruins is in turns indifferent and palette is restricted, not only by cycle repeats, the push-pull rhythm and the sentiment, but by the end, I demanding, but after repeated virtue of the few objects used to that usually threatens to swallow her songs as well as itself. Instead, becomes an oscillating heartbeat, think I would opt for clarity. listens, it all becomes utterly make sounds (a piano, her voice charting a pulse that responds to This is music that periodically captivating, hypnotic and irresistible. and whatever else was around, the reverb trails behind the music like a wandering ghost, seductively events we can’t see. Ruins is one half disappears, but almost always As loose syllables escape from including croaking frogs, creaking of a revelation, the unfolding of a promises to return again. Harris’ echoing whispers to spiral off wood and a thunderstorm) but also embellishing the minor evidence of life that its companion betrays to scroll that has no end. Bookended by songs called “Made into the shadows, the naked details by the circumstances under which Ruins’ pensive dénouement of Metal” and “Made of Air,” Liz become faint landmarks through those few sounds were recorded— the world, discovered at the crime scene of spare breaths and the “Holding” strolls carefully through a Harris attempts on Ruins to split which you come to know yourself circumstances which themselves handful of notes as Liz Harris paints the difference between not just solid only as a stranger. When you finally became solidified asRuins . wordless movement of lips near a microphone. with several layers of harmonies an and transparent, but also between do feel safe enough to decipher the These limitations unify every track ethereal garden with the unknowable present and absent—between dimly words, which surface as fragments on the record, as if the songs are This pair is joined by its scapegoat, language, confident in its longing: color of smoke, speaking through a forgotten and suddenly arresting, alienated from their own history, huddling together to compensate trance about her own enchantment, patiently relentless. Ruins lets their honesty is as unforgiving as it for their sparseness, but they also “I hear you calling and I want to go, run straight into the valleys of your “the beauty of their failures.” Whose you float away only long enough is confessional: peel away some of the mystery that failures? It’s hard to make out all the to recover from its moments of “What has been done can never be would have normally masked the arms and disappear there.” (Track: “Holding.”) words, but someone was “drawing undeniable groundedness, the undone, so take your sad song and songs’ actual forms. Grouper still pictures in the blood that runs up skeletal and lyrical tracks like the send it to (save it for?) the next life... sounds ghostly, but never before has When it first pops out of the fog of the prelude track “Made of valleys.” estranged love letter “Call Across maybe you were right when you said she sounded so recently deceased. If As the song unfolds, I can’t Rooms,” which threaten to tear apart I’ve never been in love...” A night at the circus with Cirque Zuma Zuma By JAMES KANER Cirque Zuma Zuma has traveled throughout the evening with upbeat Tuesday night featured an energetic community to a unique representa- all over the world offering sold-out melodies by the group’s skilled per- and well-choreographed group of tion of traditional African culture. The night Oct. 28 offered students shows across both Europe and Aus- formers that had audience members dancers who mesmerized audiences The group prides itself on featur- and locals clear skies, cool tempera- tralia and last Tuesday night the dancing in their seats and clapping with traditional African dances and ing a cast of diverse peoples from all tures and for one lucky audience, a University of Puget Sound was lucky along to the infectious rhythm. played the most impressive game corners of Africa who aim to deliver truly unforgettable experience. enough to welcome the group to the The group offered more than mu- of limbo that this reporter has ever what they call an, “Affordable African On the 28th, the doors of Schnee- Pacific Northwest. sic, however, while each song played, seen. Cirque Style Spectacle” to anyone beck Concert Hall opened for the The goal for the night was for audi- performers bounded across the stage Skilled men stood upside-down holding a ticket to one of their shows. world-renowned music and perfor- ences to sit back, relax and enjoy all offering dizzying displays of acrobat- atop precariously stacked chairs and Perhaps most important to consid- mance group Cirque Zuma Zuma that this unique troupe had to offer ics and poise. Everything from ac- balanced everything from balls to er, however, is how through hosting that delighted those gathered (this and the group certainly delivered robats, to strongmen, to clowns and candlesticks using nothing but a stick events such as these, the University of reporter included) the whole night upon that promise. more danced across the stage to the held in their mouths to the dazzled Puget Sound can establish itself as a through. The dimly lit auditorium was filled sound of wild applause. cheers of all those gathered. A hulk- staple for cultural diversity within the ing strongman marched center stage greater Tacoma community. and amazed the audience by bending In the past I’ve reported on the ar- steel rods through the strength of his rival of the Afro-Cuban music group jaw and arms and from there went on Mezcla and how they similarly treat- to lift chairs and even a full-grown ed audiences to a night of culture and man through the strength of his jaw entertainment. alone. Having performed in the very same The show even featured a clown concert hall as Tuesday night’s group who communicated with nothing a month-and-a-half earlier we clearly but a high-pitched whistle and who see how through hosting these events invited audience members to come can help spread the influences of oth- up stage and join him in wacky dis- er cultures to the students and fami- plays to the crowd’s laughter. lies of Tacoma. The show truly offered a unique -op The University of Puget Sound has portunity to those gathered, myself always prided itself on excellence, included, due to the fact that I never multiculturalism and a devotion to had what can be considered the “tra- its students. In examining the 28th’s ditional” circus experience. performance, we can clearly see that Growing up in Southern California Puget Sound is still upholding these there were never many chances to go time-honored values. to see a big top complete with clowns, strongmen and live performances. While Cirque Zuma Zuma offered a different take on the circus element, it still felt like a circus nonetheless. LOOKING FOR MORE? PHOTO COURTESY/UNIVERSITY OF PUGET Another important aspect of last SOUND Tuesday night’s show was that it FOR MORE ARTICLES AND helped expose audiences ranging EXTENDED COVERAGE, VIS- Acrobats: Contortionists with Cirque Zuma Zuma perform in this file photo. Tuesday night’s from students at the University of IT TRAIL.PUGETSOUND.EDU show helped to expose the University community to a unique representation of traditional African Puget Sound to families within the culture. 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT The Puget Sound Trail November 7, 2014 [email protected] Behind the Theatre Department curtain: 365 Days/365 Plays

By CASEY DEY eline Hunter said. partment in many ways. The audience sits on the stage of the “You’ve got artists, collaborators, Norton Clapp Theatre, and the per- teachers and other students, and all formance features large white panels exhibit high quality in both their pas- 365 Days/365 Plays is showing in that can slide. Thanks to the genius sion and abilities. If you get involved, the Norton Clapp Theater on Nov. of set designer Kurt Walls, a scene you’re gonna work with stunning 6 and 7 at 7:30 p.m., and on Nov. can be completely different simply by people. I genuinely feel that way. It’s 8 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets moving even just one panel. a great program, and I love it very to 365 Days/365 Plays are on sale Costumes, courtesy of head of cos- much,” Faigel said. at Wheelock information center. tume department Mishka Navarre, For most actors, theater is not just are set in the ‘60s to give an interest- a profession, but a lifestyle, and it of- ing but alienating feel to the charac- ten helps shape them into the people 365 Days/365 Plays opened last ters and to heighten the theatricality they are today. Lutfala and Hunter, weekend, and continues this week- with a visually interesting era. though with a different amount of end, so be sure to catch this amazing There are also pictures from Amer- time involved in theater here and and unique show before it leaves for ican history on the back wall, cour- elsewhere, both had this experience. good! Three students shared their tesy of senior and dramaturg Maddie “[The Theatre Department has] -re perspectives and experiences with Faigel, so the audience can situate ally supported me, helped me find the show, the Puget Sound Theatre themselves in the many different eras my own leanings as an artist, and my Department and theater in general. and people referred to in the show. own creativity,” Lutfala said. “I owe The basic premise behind365 is Just from watching a rehearsal, ev- quite a bit of my own identity forma- that in 2006, Susan Lori-Parks de- eryone appeared to be having a great tion to being in this department, and cided to challenge herself by writing time. Everyone, and particularly the learning how to discover myself as an a play every single day for a year. three students featured here, loved artist, and in turn discovered who I However, this particular perfor- working with fellow cast and crew am as a person.” mance only features about 30 of the members. “Theater is great for those who 365, each carefully chosen for their Senior Andrew Lutfala is the Stage want to step out of their box, or importance and relation to each oth- Manager for 365, his first time as full want to learn to step out of their box. er. Some of the plays include going to manager. While you are discovering your char- or coming home from a war, finding “[365 was a] wonderful collab- acter you are also discovering your- inspiration in a cookie and relying orative process. We really found the self. This is why theater is so unique,” PHOTO COURTESY/UNIVERSITY OF PUGET too heavily on rumors. heart of each of these shows through- SOUND Hunter said. There are mature themes in the out this entire process,” Lutfala said. She added, for those considering show, including language, several Hunter plays about eight different getting involved, “The theater pro- slow-motion fight scenes and a lot of roles in the show. This is her first pro- Daily theater: Susan Lori-Parks challenged herself to write gram is not for the faint of heart. The stage blood, but nothing overwhelm- duction here on campus, and she has a play for every single day of a year, culminating in 365 directors push you to be the absolute ing. greatly enjoyed the experience. Days/365 Plays. best and are always reminding us The plays within the performance “I absolutely love working with that we have to put ourselves into our may seem a little strange, but the this cast; they are incredible. The production is original in a way, be- getting to work with Geoff Proehl, character. I am grateful that this pro- show is a lot of fun! It is a very cast works extremely hard, but they cause it’s not probable these shows who directs 365. Proehl almost liter- gram is here. Theater helps me be- unique production, and will never are also a group of goofballs, which were ever arranged in this order, and ally wrote the book on dramaturgy, come more confident in acting and be performed like this ever again or makes working with them an amaz- at this high a production value,” she so getting to collaborate with such an in my day to day life.” anywhere else in the world, so it is ing experience. The crew members said. “And with [Susan-Lori Parks’] expert was the best thing she could 365 is the result of an immense well worth seeing. There are funny are delightful and so kind, the show language, it was like we were creating have ever asked for. amount of work and collaboration, bits and serious bits and bits to make could not even begin to start without a show with her. She was very present “I would pay to work on this with and show displays this love and care you think, but they all culminate in them,” Hunter said. in the process. Her words allow room him! It was an amazing experience to on every level. Be sure to see it, see an unforgettable evening. Faigel, as the dramaturg for 365, for interpretation. We can order learn [about dramaturgy] this way,” the others shows put on by the de- “It is a performance that everyone did all the background research for them in whatever way we want and Faigel said. “It was a lot of work, but partment here or get involved either can relate to. The show explores love, the show and helped select which of tell hundreds of types of stories. It’s I really loved it. I just wish we had on or off stage! It’s an experience you loss, betrayal, acceptance, denial and the 365 plays they would use for this really freeing, but at the same time more time!” will never forget, and, hopefully, nev- so much more. It is really incredible,” performance, a year-long process. really terrifying.” Faigel loves the rest of the commu- er regret. cast member and sophomore Mad- “There’s really nothing like it. This She said the best part of her job was nity of the Puget Sound Theatre De- Doom and Gloom Spooks, Delights Campus Yet Again

By TYLER SHERMAN view on Oct. 30 to an enthusiastic full screamed “doom and gloom” for the passion that went into organizing By far, however, the highlight of the house. cast of Curtain Call. More specifically, Doom and Gloom was evident. production was the final number. While the month of October no it screamed Doom and Gloom: A Fall The second number, “Good Enough Directed by Director of Vocal Stud- University of Puget Sound’s musi- doubt screams Halloween and can- Musical Theater Review. to Eat, an Opera in Miniature,” main- ies Dawn Padula, the entire Curtain cally-oriented organization Curtain dy to most people, this semester it Featuring numbers from Dr. Horri- tained the level of quality established Call cast performed “The Time Warp” Call presented its musical theater re- ble’s Sing-Along Blog, Into the Woods, with “My Eyes/On the Rise.” “Good from The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The Addams Family Musical, Little Enough to Eat, an Opera in Minia- Sunglasses and energy abound, the Shop of Horrors, Les Miserables, As- ture” was entirely written and com- final performance was a fitting end to sassins, Shrek the Musical, Across the posed by Puget Sound student Daniel an impressive show. Universe, Next to Normal, Company, Wolfert. All that said, it would be a lie to say A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and You don’t have to be a musician to that the show was perfect. It was not Murder and The Rocky Horror Pic- understand that writing and compos- without kinks and other imperfec- ture Show, the showing drew a full ing a musical piece, one that fits with a tions. audience. particular theme, singers’ voices, and There were times where some cast Sitting in Rausch Auditorium a that will be performed in front of an members were audibly off-key, or while before the show began, it really audience, is not easy. It takes work. suddenly faltering in pitch or tone didn’t seem like Doom and Gloom and this detracted from the overall would be drawing very many view- aesthetic of the number in question. ers; most seats were empty and ex- Doom and Gloom Too, there is an argument to be made cept for the cast, there just weren’t that there could have been some wis- many people in the audience. ultimately proved to be er selections in terms of cast. Unsurprisingly, however, just min- There were a few moments where utes before show time, the viewers smart, funny and engaging, performances seemed forced and trickled in, filling nearly every seat. with just the right about of where cast members did not com- Made up of mostly of Puget Sound pletely fill the role to which they were students with a few professors and doom and gloom to satisfy assigned. Performers with stronger other visitors, the audience proved voices and a less-strained talent for to be enthusiastic and receptive. the Halloween spirit. acting could have been chosen. The enthusiasm was not unwar- Nonetheless, the rough spots ulti- ranted. Doom and Gloom ultimately mately did not serve as overly intru- proved to be smart, funny and en- “Good Enough to Eat” is a “self- sive distractions from the production. gaging, with just the right amount of contained” work. It tells the story of The combination of musical numbers doom and gloom to satisfy the Hal- a young girl who lives with her evil supported by excellent musicians, loween spirit. stepfather and who ultimately discov- strong performers, production value Curtain Call presidents Emily ers her vengeful fairy godmother liv- and the show’s overall ambition over- Doyle and Michael Stahl, both cast ing in the forest nearby. took the flaws. members as well, introduced the Wolfert’s piece combines opera and Interesting from start to finish, it presentation, which, with the excep- short story, culminating in a perfor- held the audience and brought what tion of the final number, was entirely mance that fit the larger theme of it promised. The work was put in and performed, directed and produced doom and gloom. Dissonant voices the curtain closed on a worthwhile by students. and violins worked together establish- performance. Neither cheap nor lazy, From the first number, “My Eyes/ ing a performance that was fittingly Doom and Gloom’s strengths far out- On the Rise” from Dr. Horrible’s Sing- unnerving, yet nonetheless engaging weighed its weaknesses. Along Blog, the amount of work and and impressive.