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Salvation of the Season By Baylee.Mattison @iowastatedaily.com Bells will be ringing through the crisp winter air from Nov. 24 until Dec. 24, but it won’t be the sound of Santa’s sleigh out for a test drive. Volunteers with the Salvation Army of Ames and Story County will be standing once again by their red kettles at 11 locations seeking donations for their charities. Army Capt. Joseph McFee placed the first kettle at Oakland Ferry Landing in 1891 in San Francisco after seeing how many poor and hungry people there were in the San Francisco area. He wanted to find some way to feed them for
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the holidays. He had seen a similar way of collecting money in Liverpool, England. He remembered that at the Stage Landing people walking by would put money into an iron-kettle, so he borrowed the idea, according to their website. Now the Salvation Army helps more than 4.5 million families in the United States during the holiday season. Cari McPartland, social services director for the Salvation Army of Ames and Story County, said most of the donations go to Salvation Army programs, which include:
the food pantry
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McPartland has been with the Salvation Army in Ames since 2012. McPartland said the Salvation Army can always use help to raise donations for those in need around Christmastime by ringing bells and donating their time to the needy.
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“The key is volunteers,” McPartland said. If they don’t have enough volunteers for the 11 Red Kettle locations, the organization will pay people to stand and ring those bells, she said. Contributions to the red kettles help volunteers such as Kimberly Sewald, who works during the holiday season, get people the assistance they need at
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this time of year. Sewald has been volunteering for the last two years. When people come in to register for the Salvation Army’s Christmas Assistance Program, she helps the families get what they need. “It’s a fun environment,” Sewald said. Volunteering keeps Sewald humble and reminds her that she is no better than anyone else. Those interested in ringing bells by the red kettles for the Salvation Army of Ames and Story Country this holiday season can go to www.ringames.org to benefit homelsses population. You can also visit the Salvation Army of Ames and Story County Facebook page to learn more. Upcoming events for the Salvation Army of Ames and Story County Red Kettle Campaign include: Bells will be rung from Nov. 20 to Dec. 24 Toys for Tots / Food Distribution: Dec. 14
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RECONNECTING WITH FRIENDS By Emma.Blickensderfer @iowastatedaily.com
When Elijah Gebler, a junior in computer engineering, was in the eighth grade, he and his friends would get dropped off by their parents at the local Burger King in Bloomington, Minn., to spend time together. When he turned 18, the hangout spot turned into the casino to play Bingo. Now that he is in college and home for breaks or for the weekend, it is tradition for him and his friends to meet at the casino
and renew those friendships. The casino provides a common ground where they can reconnect, talking about new memories. Some of the best ways to spend time with friends back home is find activities done before everyone went their separate ways. “It brings back the memories of how we used to be, helps us pick up right where we left off and makes it easier to rekindle the friendship,� Gebler said.
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As the holidays approach, three weeks of freedom for ISU students come along with it. This freedom also gives students time to celebrate the holidays, spend time with family and catch up with old friends.
more likely to take the initiative and contact those friends and invite them to get coffee or go to lunch and catch up, Reger said. Making time for friends and family can be difficult, he said.
Rick Reger, a lecturer in sociology, said that after four months apart, childhood friendships can change because proximity is one of the main factors that help form friendships.
Erica Dunagan, junior in elementary education, said one way to reconnect with old friends is to invite them to her house so she can spend time with friends and family at the same time.
But the holidays can be a great time to reconnect, he said.
“When I go home, I spend the majority of my time with my family,” Dunagan said. “My house is the hangout place for my group of friends, so it makes it easy to see everyone I want to see.”
Holiday breaks give students a limited time to see their old friends so they are
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Popular tourist attractions can be a fun way to get together with old friends also, Dunagan said. Dunagan, who is from Aberdeen, Scotland, spent a week seeing castles, having afternoon tea and playing golf with one of her best friends during the summer. Reger said that since holiday breaks are longer, friends can plan more elaborate activities to do together rather than just going to the movies. But whatever activities are scheduled, the most important thing is catching up face to face rather than through a phone.
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By Tyler.Lewis @iowastatedaily.com
Decorating the Central Campus Tree
Every year around the holiday season, Iowa State students get to see a long-standing tradition come to life on Central Campus: a pine tree decked out with Christmas lights. The tradition of decorating the tree goes back more than 35 years. Barbara Steiner, Supervisor of Plant Services, said that in previous years a tree lighting ceremony, with caroling and other traditional holiday activities accompanied
the lighting of the tree. The process of getting the tree ready starts in early November, Steiner said. The tree trimming crew finds a rainy day to come out and dress the tree. Lester Lawson, manager of facilities maintenance for Facilities Planning and Management, said that preparing and dressing the tree takes about a week’s time depending on what phase of preparing the
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tree they are in and how the weather is cooperating. Brad Spainhower, arborist for Facilities Planning and Management, said stringing up the lights for the tree takes about three to four days. This year they are using 209 strands of lights, which includes 12,540 individual light bulbs. The tree stays lit throughout the holiday season and gets taken down after
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New Year’s Day. Students like Mercedes Bergenske look forward to the lights every holiday season. “I enjoy seeing the lights every year because it reminds me of home,” said Mercedes, who is a senior in psychology. “Being from Texas, I don’t go home often, so it brings back happy holiday memories.”
Freshmen such as Lauren Young haven’t seen the holiday tree, but still know a lot about the tradition, she said. “I haven’t seen the lights yet,” said Lauren, who is an open option freshman. “But my parents went to Iowa State, so I heard of the tradition through them. I think it’s a nice way of remembering that the holidays are right around the corner.”
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easy things to donate this holiday season By Gianna.Camorani @iowastatedaily.com
Giving back during the holidays is fun and feels great, but college students are known to have a limited budget. Here are some easy things students can donate to a charity without breaking the bank.
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1.used clothes During the holidays, a large supply of winter gear is crucial for many charities. People can go through their closets and donate items that they
2.CANNED FOOD Canned food has a habit of taking up cabinet space and collecting dust. After clearing out their pantry, students can drop their canned goods off at a nearby food shelf.
3.TOILETRIES Toiletries are commonly overlooked items that charities need. Soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, hair brushes and feminine hygiene products are typically in high demand.
4.Loose change Couch cushions can be checked, wallets can be cleaned out and piggy banks can be emptied. It may not seem like much, but every coin counts.
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Students can look through their personal collection and donate books they’ve already read or no longer have interest in.
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Students can have some friends or family over for a crafting night and then donate the final products to charity. Pinterest is a good resource to find ideas for projects.
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10.your time There are many possibilities for this one. After doing a little research, people can see which organizations need volunteers this time of year. To add to the fun, people can volunteer in a large group.
Sometimes, people don’t have the heart to tell grandma that the sweater she bought them just isn’t their style. Someone in need may be happy to take it off their hands.
7.used home decor If people have upgraded a few items in their home, the outdated things they no longer need would make a good donation.
8.cleaning products Cleaning products also are high in demand at shelters. Paper towels, sponges, all-purpose cleaner, disinfectant and air fresheners are a few examples.
Michaela Ramm/Iowa State Daily Jessica Schaumburg (bottom), president of the SHOP, helps organize the shelves with Abby Rubsam, a volunteer. SHOP is a food pantry on campus.
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GIFT IDEAS. By Samantha.Fox @iowastatedaily.com
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“I love giving gifts, but do not enjoy doing it on a college student bud get.”
“Girls have it easy, boys on the other hand are clueless when it comes to gifts.”
“Homemade gifts are fun, easy, and most appreciated in my opinion.”
The holidays are an expensive time. Dixson, along with many other college students, stress about the idea of giving a thoughtful but cheap gift. She recommends to always think about the little things someone always seems to want or enjoy. Or it may just be a fun, light hearted gift to just bring a smile to their face.
Among all men, it is a common situ ation to find gift giving a difficult pro cess. Morris mentions it is even more of a challenge when the guy is on a college budget. After many successful and failed attempts, Morris seemed to have finally found a solution to the problem. His advice to any guy is sim ple... just ask!
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His/hers favorite type of snack or drink • A gift card to their preferred restaurant • A gag or white elephant gift
“Whether it is another guy friend or a significant other,” Morris explains, “it is more than likely they understand how difficult it is to find the right gift or even where to start.”
A few starting points to finding the perfect gift
• Small accessories for their favorite sport • For a girlfriend or partner, things you can do together
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Despenas enjoys the handcrafted gifts. She adores the thought of creating something personal for someone or having something specially made for her. The DIY types of gifts are a skill Despe nas has perfected.
Her gift suggestions: • Homemade body lotion with their favorite scent • If it’s a significant other, a framed board of favorite memories
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Gender neutral Gifts By Paige.Teh @iowastatedaily.com
The stress of holiday shopping can be eased by finding gifts that anyone can receive.
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Joel Geske, associate professor of advertising and a member of the steering committee for the Women’s and Gender Studies Program, said gender-neutral gifts are for anyone of any gender or any sexuality. If he had his way, no stereotypes would exist that say what kind of gifts were just for men or just for women. “People tend to think within very stereotypical ideas, but why not encourage men to cook by getting them cooking supplies and why not buy tools for women if that’s what they’re interested in?” Geske said. When it comes to clothing and style, it gets a little trickier. “Items like scarves are fine, as long as the colors are neutral,” he said. “Umbrellas are a great gift too, especially to people in Iowa State, and they aren’t gendered the way clothes are.” Decorations also can be considered to brighten up the receiver’s home. “Giving artwork from a local artist would be nice,” Geske said. “That’s a little more difficult because sometimes people have color schemes in their house. “Start with something that isn’t too color specific, such as pottery, a tea-
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pot or a serving dish,” he suggested. “Especially if it was a known local artist that has a local tie to it, then that makes it even more special. Plus, it supports your local economy and artists.” Geske, who is a big fan of food, said good chocolate can be a great gift, or if buying for an adult who enjoys drinking, a bottle of wine. “Something that might be fun would be going to an international food store and getting something that’s unique,” Geske said. “It may be that person’s favorite recipe that uses that specific ingredient. It’s more personal that way. Or get something that you have no idea how to use and send them the recipe of what to do with it. “I think kitchen gadgets are cool too — a lot of people do cook,” Geske said. “Maybe something that you wouldn’t go out and buy for yourself that is fun and unusual but easy to use.” Polina Lysenko, a junior in business, said her mother likes to get people table runners or table toppers. “They’re beautiful and they look good for festivals or dinners too,” Lysenko said. For James Judge, lecturer in English,
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gender-neutral gifts imply something that does not reinforce gender stereotypes. “Instead of books, maybe blankets would be a good idea, blankets in gender neutral colors,” he said. “Depending on the time of the year, I’m guessing cotton blankets are a safe bet. Some people may be allergic to wool, some people may be sensitive to acrylic, so if you get a cotton blanket that should be OK.” Some people might appreciate a gift that incorporates humor. Lauren Despins, freshman in event management, recalled one such present. “One year, my cousin gave me a survival pack, which contained an emergency blanket, a water bottle, chips, a roll of toilet paper and a magazine in case I need to go to the bathroom,” she said. “Something funny is really good, so it gives people a good laugh.” And what is more gender neutral than the gift of your own personal time? “You can get an experience together by signing up for a cooking class or a guided art class,” Geske said. “It’s special to spend time together, and it’ll be an experience that people will remember.”
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KEEPING THE TRADITIONs
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Each year many students return home to spend the holiday break with family and friends. Traditions are something that go hand-in-hand with the holiday season. Not everyone has traditions, however. Some have a tradition of just trying out new things every holiday season, and some have traditions their families have done to celebrate the holidays for years. Hannah Hampton, a freshman in journalism, said her family celebrates the holidays with a little debating. “We cook a lot of food and then nap,” Hampton said. “And then eat again, and get in heated arguments about politics.” Many students have traditions outside of a typical Americanized Christmas or other holiday traditions. Hampton is one of those students. “My grandma always plays Serbian Christmas music really loud throughout the house and sings to all of us. We celebrate Serbian Christmas on January 7th,” Hampton said.
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Serbian Christmas is a little different than the traditional American Christmas, but still very similar, Hampton said. “It’s basically the same as a Christian Christmas,” Hampton said. “We usually look at a lot of scrap books. We don’t get gifts on Serbian Christmas, it’s more about family.” Some families like to keep it simple around the holidays, and not stick to traditions. Jake Arrowsmith is a freshman majoring in Animal Ecology and his family takes that simple approach when celebrating the holidays together. “Usually my family stays in Iowa and we just get together and eat a lot while playing cards,” Arrowsmith said. Some students choose to celebrate with friends during the holiday season. Some, like Arrowsmith, go as far as creating their own holiday traditions that they only celebrate with friends. Traditions can be small and arise from something as simple as a group of
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friends deciding to go out to eat after finals are over. The traditions that Hannah Preston, freshman majoring in sociology and education, celebrates with her family during the holidays started when her father moved to Iowa. “The weekend after Thanksgiving we always go to the Stratman Tree Farm and cut down our tree together,” Preston said. “Then on Christmas Eve my dad makes oyster stew, and we watch movies all night.” Students might not want to celebrate with their entire family or group of friends. Preston has a tradition she celebrates with just her sister around the holiday season. “I always go ice skating, and have endless Hallmark holiday movie marathons with my sister during winter break,” Preston said. There are numerous ways to celebrate the holidays with family members during the holiday season, and sometimes when a family or group tries something new for the holidays, it can turn into a yearly tradition.
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Packaging Ideas By Emma.Blickensderfer @iowastatedaily.com
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For your siblings These days, oversized tshirts are all the rage, so surprise your sister with a Cyclone spirit jersey from the bookstore or the new Barefoot Campus Outfitter store. For your brother, send him a little Hilton Magic by giving him a pair of ISU basketball shorts.
For the Iowa fan
For your pet
A gift for a Hawkeye in is short , sweet and simple. For around $3 you can give them a car window decal that says “#1 Iowa State Fan” and help them put it on their car for free.
Your pets love you regardless of what gift you send to them, but it is always nice to let them know you’re thinking about them. For the holidays, get your animal a stuffed Cy or a teddy bear that is repping some Iowa State gear.
For your pet
For your high school best friend
All your parents really want is to spend time with their children over the holidays. Since that isn’t always feasible, make it up to them by sending your mom an Iowa State scarf to wear when she visits in the Iowa winter. For your dad, send an Iowa State koozie grilling set so he can show pride for your school at the family cookouts. No matter what you send, make sure to write them a hanwritten card that tells them how much you love them!
For your caffeine addicted friend, send them an Iowa State mug so they can have a daily reminder of your friendship, or for your 21 year old friend, ship them some Iowa State wine or shot glasses so they can enjoy their adult beverages in style.
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5 Creative Ways to Wrap a Gift By Katie.Wallner @iowastatedaily.com
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Use comics or newspaper as gift wrap to keep your wallet happy.
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Instead of giving someone money in traditional way, give it to them in a balloon.
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03 Use an empty can to put small items in and decorate or wrap the can.
05 If you don’t want someone to guess what you are giving them, wrap it with some other object or in a container that doesn’t match the object’s actual size.
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04 Wrap bottled gifts with a scarf, that way the wrap and the contents are both a gift.
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THE GIVING TREE PROJECT By Amber.Misek @iowastatedaily.com
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THE GIVING TREE PROJECT By Amber.Misek @iowastatedaily.com
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THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM Holidays are full of fun, family and food, but some like to mix up the traditional gift giving with a white elephant gift exchange.
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The term “white elephant” refers to a possession that requires more work than it’s worth, or something that has little or no value to its own er but may be of value to others. This describes the premise of the white elephant gift exchange. Those participating bring an item they never found a use for, a home made gift, or a cheap, but unique, purchase and randomly trade pres ents. A white elephant game may provide enough excitement to make the get together memorable and could perhaps start a new tradition. Phoenix Petro, freshman in pre athletic training, first participated in this gifting game when she was in 5th grade, and she has been every year since. With roughly 20 white elephant gift exchanges under her belt, Petro has a lot of experience. She said the gift exchanges with themes are the most fun.
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Themes can range from topics as broad as animals or as specific as Star Wars. “Incorporate the theme into [gifts] if possible,” Petro said. ”It’s challeng ing, but it can be easy depending on the theme.” If finding the perfect gift to bring to the white elephant party is proving to be difficult, dollar store purchases are never out of the question. “There’s normally a price range,” Petro said. “Some $7 gifts are really cool gifts.” Petro also believes “you can never go wrong with a homemade gift.” One year Petro participated in her mother’s company’s white elephant gift exchange and together they made an unforgettable gift. That year they wanted to go above and beyond. “We have to go all crazy. We vote at the end on who gave the best [gift] and the winner receives a gift card
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worth up to $200,” she said. When it came time to decorate their house for the holidays, Petro said she was going through a snowflake phase.
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You can never go wrong with a homemade gift
She cut out hundreds of paper snowflakes, and this became the inspiration for that year’s white ele phant exchange gift. ELEPHANT p29
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It’s not uncommon for the trees to run out of tags before the cutoff date, but all the needs usually are not met by that time, so Merrick encourages individuals who want to help the children to donate toiletry items, laundry detergent and such. “This year we’re hoping to use community resources better to streamline the process and make it faster,” Pablo said.
Last year, she and volunteers took a few weeks to get the presents to the families. For those who would rather provide a service than a gift, she said she “would love help picking up gifts.” “I’ve had the privilege of delivering some of these gifts to the children a few years,” Merrick said. “Seeing their faces light up getting these gifts is amazing. It makes it all worth it.”
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Petro and her mother laminated the paper snowflakes and put them inside a large, snowflake shaped inflatable. The inflatable was wrapped as a set of three gifts, and Petro’s mother’s boss was the one who received it.
He was initially confused when he opened it, but after they explained how to set it up he was very enthusiastic and had it assembled in his office. “We’re still trying to get some creative ideas for next year,” Pet
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