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College voters will make an impact in 2016 PHILLIP LENTSCH @PHIL_D_LENTSCH
Nov. 8 marks the date where Americans will elect the next President of the United States. It will conclude an election that has seen its fair share of ups and downs: the backand-forth feuds involving Ted Cruz and Donald Trump, Twitter wars between Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton, felonious emails, sex scandals, etc. With the partisan divide growing even further apart between Democrats and Republicans, candidates have had to find new and innovative ways to mobilize their bases throughout the primaries. The college vote is a specific cohort that has been able to engage in the race more than past years. With the thousands of videos, memes, tweets, statuses and updates circulating the web on this election, the youth’s attention has gravitated towards charismatic candidates such as Sanders and Trump. According to U of L political science professor Jason Gainous, the buzz surrounding them stems from social media. “I think when you look at certain social networks – Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat – you can use them as a news aggregator,” Gainous said. “Because of the instant notifications we can get from social media, younger voters are able to more easily tap into whatever news they want to read.” Twitter has changed the standards for journalism since its inception. Not only has it
become a centerpiece for any breaking news, but it allows for athletes, celebrities, government officials and others to immediately share updates with the world, getting rid of the need for press statements. The fast-paced nature of this social network has allowed for more and more college students to gain knowledge of particular candidates and their policies – creating a more transparent process for news reporting. This shift, however, isn’t all it’s cracked up to be, according to Gainous. “It’s consequential,” Gainous said. “When we’re looking at something like the presidential election, we now have more control over which information we’re exposed to. The problem is, this creates this cycle of only reading the news we want or that we agree with, instead of getting a more balanced view.” While Twitter and Facebook have expanded the media’s role as a gatekeeper for information, many question how effective social networking has been in getting the youth to vote. Despite all the online frenzies among college students, early indications from national polls already anticipate low voter turnout for 18 to 24-year-olds in November. These predictions are historically consistent as well. According to the US Census Bureau, college voters have voted lower than all other age groups in every presidential election since 1962. Voting data also shows
that, on average, less than half of these young eligible adult voters will even make it to the polls. “In general, younger voters tend to be a riskier demographic for candidates to court because they have relatively low turnout rates in most contests,” U of L political science professor Laura Moyer said. “Obama was able to mobilize this group in his two victories and showed that having a campaign team that was effective in utilizing digital communication was a winning strategy.” Digital communication, according to many professors, is the key to attracting voter retention among the Millennial generation. In 2012, Obama beat out Mitt Romney in the 18 to 29-year-old vote by five million voters because of it. Campaigns have changed the way they approach social media because of the massive trend towards information technology. “I think Obama was the first to effectively use the idea of the ‘social media campaign’ to target voters back in 2008,” U of L political science professor Laurie Rhodebeck said. “Now, we’re seeing big media personalities such as Donald Trump propel himself to the forefront of the GOP through things like Twitter.” Trump’s campaign has been unorthodox from the start. Few believed he’d make a run back in August 2015, but because of his controversial personality and savvy media strategy, voters have witnessed his rise through
the medium of digital technology. “This election hasn’t revolved around television or the newspaper. It’s all being paid attention to through the use of social media. Not just college students; even 30 and 40-year-olds are using Facebook to get their news and form opinions,” U of L student Omar Banihani said. While college voter turnout has been low in the past, professors such as Gainous and Rhodebeck both think this upcoming election could change that. Not only are more people actually being exposed to the election’s key events, but they now have control in reaching out to others to spread a particular candidate’s message. “Part of the reason Bernie has been so popular among young voters is because of his social media appeal,” Rhodebeck said. “Do I think he’ll be president? No. But I think he has created a shift in the way which Americans – especially young voters – see politicians through his presence on the Internet.” “Right now, social media has fundamentally altered the flow of information,” Gainous said. “We’ve seen changes like this before with the printing press, the radio, the television. Now it’s Twitter and Facebook. I can’t even imagine what it’ll be like in ten years, but there’ll always be something that candidates will have to use before any others if they want to come out on top.”
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Demonstrating the power of activism EIMAN ZUBERI @POKE_EIMAN
U of L prides itself on promoting a diverse community and providing a culturally aware atmosphere. The Student Code of Conduct says U of L is “committed to tolerance, diversity and respect for differences.” It doesn’t seem out of the norm to hear about students protesting about what they feel needs to be changed. There are different activist organizations around campus that focus on protesting a wide range of causes, including Fighting for Immigration Rights and Equality, Students for Justice in Palestine, the Cardinal Student/Farmworker Alliance and Cards United Against Sweatshops. Senior Christian Brawner is an anthropology major and an Islamic and Middle Eastern studies minor. He is also part of the Louisville Students for Justice in Palestine. The group started five years ago by a group of American and Palestinian students. Although there is a national chapter, there are only five current members at U of L and they often rely on social media and other activist groups to provide numbers for action. “This group was formed in an effort to educate the university and local community about the ongoing injustices Palestinians endure and have historically under-
went,” Brawner said. The team uses actions to emphasize their main intention: to counter mainstream media and U.S. institutional education that “ignores or misrepresents the Palestinians and their struggle for liberation.” “We use a combination of actions, such as protests, flyering and chalking,” Brawner said. Protests are non-violent, with big gatherings in highly visible areas and megaphones and fliers. The group also hosts educational events around campus such as Night For Palestine and Israel Apartheid Week. “The purpose of this is to engage the community with this urgent crisis that is constantly ignored or dismissed,” Brawner said. Brawner didn’t know much about the crisis or its historical context going into college. But now, he is a passionately involved member of the group as an officer and a main organizer. He has also met several Palestinian-American students and has seen first hand what the current situation is like for them. He says one of his most memorable protests, which also gained the most attention due to its large size of 60 people, was for Operation Cast Lead. It was to protest an attack on Gaza, a Palestinian territory. Operation Cast Lead, also known as the
Gaza Massacre, gained attention due to the attacks it led on hospitals and schools. Although the total number of fatalities is debated, it is believed over 1,000 civilians were killed in the attacks. When asked why he protested, Brawner said, “the most important thing to give people is education.” To him and his fellow activists, it is important for people to know that there is in fact a problem. “People see our protests and then they Google it or look it up, so at least they have the sense that something is wrong,” he said. And with protests comes the most negative side - the reactions of some passersbys. “We get called slurs all the time,” Brawner said. However, he doesn’t let that stop him. He often wonders why other people don’t get involved, knowing how much injustice is in the whole situation. “I understand that people don’t understand activists, but on the flip side, I don’t understand why people don’t do anything. It’s a terrible situation that has been going on for a long time, and the USA has such a large involvement that it feels like an obligation,” Brawner said. “Now I know too much. I went too far and now I can’t stop,” he said.
Christian Brawner is one of many student activists on campus. PHOTO BY SARAH ROHLEDER / THE LOUISVILLE CARDINAL
Cool off at this new sweet shop
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Summer is heating up and there is a new place in town to cool off: Steel City Pops. The gourmet popsicle shop, located on Bardstown Road, is the small chain’s first Kentucky location. Despite being new, it is already getting rave reviews. So what make this place so special? Thalia Silab, a recent graduate of U of L and a frequent customer of Steel City Pops has the answer. Her favorite aspect of Steel City, aside from the pops of course, is the environment of the shop. “I went on the opening day, and the staff is so cool. Even the owner had such an easygoing personality. Plus, the atmosphere of the shop itself fits Louisville so perfectly. It’s quirky,” said Silab. Tiffani Brentlinger, a patron of Steel City Pops, agreed that the location is perfect as well. “Me, my husband and my son will go have dinner at one of the restaurants nearby, and this is the perfect place for a quick and refreshing dessert,” she said. At Steel City Pops, there is an option for everyone. Vegan pops are available, and all of
the pops are gluten-free and vegetarian. The pops are made from all-natural ingredients, and are never flavored or colored artificially, as well as being free of preservatives. Steel City Pops has a variety of flavors for every taste. Creamy pops include flavors such as chocolate, blueberry cream, vanilla bean, chai latte and my favorite, toasted marshmallow. Fruity pops include flavors like blood orange, strawberry lemonade and sweet tea. For the adventurous spirit, there are pineapple-jalapeno and cucumber-lime pops. “I always have to tell myself to try a new flavor every time I go because I always want to fall back and buy the avocado one. It was the first one I tried. It is perfectly smooth and because it has a little bit of lime, it has a perfectly punchy tang. It is reminiscent of key lime pie, but without the guilt of the actual pie because it is so low in calories and all natural,” said Silab. Steel City Pops offers their regular pops for only $3, and cookie and brownie pops for $4.50. In addition, they serve a variety of coffee beverages. Tax is included on the menu for added convenience, and there is a customer appreciation program. On your
first visit, be sure to get a punch card. After the purchase of 10 popsicles, you receive your 11th for free. Pops are also sold in bags of four in case you need a fix at home, and these are also included on the rewards card.
Keep Steel City Pops in mind for your next on campus event, as well. Call the shop and arrange for them to cater.
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Nine tips for navigating college life ROYA FATHALIZADEH @ROYAFBABY
The first year of college is unlike any other. You’re away from your friends and family, probably for the first time, and entering a new chapter in your life filled with unknown adventures and experiences. Honestly, at some point or another you’re going to get lost, figuratively and literally. But don’t worry, it happens to everyone. Here’s advice for those embarking in this new journey we call college. Don’t know what you want to do with your life? Visit the Career Development Center. The Career Development Center aims to help students find the career that fits them best. You can make an appointment by just stopping by or giving them a call. They have helped countless students get on the path to finding a job that connects them to their passions and personality. Get involved. Most of the organizations you were involved with in high school are also available in some variation at U of L. Even if you don’t know what you want to join, OrgSync is a website that lists all of the universities organization with information on how to join. Greek life is also another great way to meet new people and get involved.
“Getting involved in Greek life was the best thing I’ve ever done,� said Mackenzie Adriance, an assistant director for the CDC who works with students who are undecided. “I was from out-of-state, and it was great way for me to make friends. However you don’t have to be involved in Greek life to be involved. You just have to find what fits you best.� Stay active and healthy. The freshman 15 is real. Between classes, homework, internships, meetings and trying to find a minute to relax, it seems hard to find time to fit in exercise. However, staying healthy is an essential part to your mental health and development. To maximize your exercise, avoid unhealthy eating habits. Try picking the healthier food option every now and then and you will see improvements in your state of mind and gain energy. Health Promotion’s Smart Plate is a great tool to use to make sure you are eating the right amount of nutrient-dense foods. Don’t wait to get help. If you start falling behind in a class, get help before it’s too late. University resources such as the REACH Center are available to help tutor students in a variety of subjects throughout the week. The REACH center is located in Stickler 107, and students can stop by for drop-in tutoring or schedule an
appointment. Online tutoring is available as well. Another resource is the PEACC Center, which helps students deal with harassment, sexual assault or other relationship violence. The Counseling Center is also helpful if you need someone to talk to. Save your flex points. Having all that flex at the beginning of the semester, who wouldn’t go a little crazy and order Papa Johns every night? But before you know it, there’s a month left of school and your only choice of dining on campus is Ville Grill. “Don’t spend your flex at one time,� said freshman Kate Jackimowicz. “You’ll wish you had it at the end of the semester.� Don’t skip class. As temping as it sounds, don’t do it. Missing one class can jeopardize your grade, since many professors count off for absences and you can miss key information. Once you skip, it’s easy to create a habit and skip again, and before you know it it is finals week and you realize you aren’t prepared. Always be prepared. With all the unexpected incidents that life throws at us, it never hurts to prepare for the worst. Always check the weather when you wake up. You don’t want to be that person wearing shorts when it’s 40 degrees. And
having the appropriate rain gear is crucial. Walking through campus while it’s pouring down rain is never good, and campus walkways are known to flood. Stay organized. With the chaos that ensues by mid-semester, it’s easy to forget when your next quiz is or where you put your biology book. You can never be too organized. Get a planner and write down when all assignments are due and important events. Making lists is also a great way to stay organized. By crossing off each task you finish, you will feel more accomplished and motivated to continue working hard. Stay true to yourself. College is a time of change and growth. As the semester ticks by, you’ll learn more about yourself everyday. It is important to figure out who you are and who you want to be without the influence of what others want for you. Separate from your parents and friends, and figure out what you want to do and not what they want you to do. It’s totally normal not to know what you want to do right away. Some of us are still figuring it out as seniors. As long as you stay true to who you are, you’ll eventually figure out what suits you best and where you going to go from here.
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If you come to the decision that you have the time and financial stability to care for a dog, owning one while in college can be one of the most rewarding experiences you can have during your college career. Yes, there are the negatives of walking in the cold and cleaning up after them, but these are far outweighed by the benefits. “Having a dog in college saved me. Freshman year, I was constantly homesick and was very close to transferring home,” said U of L student and Goldendoodle owner Anna Bardgett. “I am no longer lonely because I always have her by my side. Whenever I am sad or down about something, I just spend some time with her and it really does make me feel better.” Being a dog owner keeps you fit, too. “Having to get her exercise gets me to exercise too. I love taking her on walks and it’s helped me explore Louisville a bit,” said Bardgett. Louisville is a very walk-friendly city, in addition to being dog-friendly. The Louisville Dog Run Association also offers a variety of dog parks for your pup to romp across Jefferson County. A yearlong membership can be purchased at any Feeder’s Supply location for $30. If you decide that you aren’t ready to take on the responsibility of becoming a dog owner, student Kelly Heishman suggests volunteering at the local shelter. “Play with the puppies who need the most love,” Heishman said. Who knows? Maybe when you are ready to take on the challenge, you will be able to give one of the shelter dogs a forever home.
College can be stressful, exhausting and sometimes lonely. Students often find themselves wondering if they should get a dog to help them cope. A dog can be a wonderful new addition to your life, but there are many factors you should take into consideration before taking on this responsibility. Dogs take a lot of time and dedication. Keep in mind that a dog will depend on you for his livelihood, even more than you will depend on him for happiness. “Dogs get depressed without enough interaction,” said Danielle Bosscher, a U of L student and dog owner. “They definitely teach you responsibility.” Ren Yin, a student at U of L and owner of two pups, agreed on the importance of having enough time. “Especially so if you get a puppy, because they have a ton of energy and some are more difficult to train than others,” said Yin. “Also, if you like to party a lot or are otherwise out of the house for more than eight hours, you need to have roommates or other willing people to take your dog out and feed them.” Money is another huge factor in owning man’s best friend. “Having a dog gets expensive. An annual vet visit in Louisville runs around $100, and even more for my older dog who has some health issues,” said Yin. It is essential to budget not only for expected and unexpected trips to the vet, but also quality food, treats and grooming or boarding if needed. It is best to consult with your veterinarian on what diet and extra care your individual pet needs to thrive. PHOTO BY SARAH ROHLEDER / THE LOUISVILLE CARDINAL
It’s summer 2016, and you’re stuck in Louisville. But don’t be upset, Louisville is full of hidden adventures and places that you might not have known about. So listen up and begin your journey of exploration right here. Cards under the Stars U of L’s free outdoor summer movie series features inflatables, games, food and of course some blockbuster hits. The seventh session kicks off with “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” Other showings this summer include “Zootopia” and “Inside Out.” The showings take place on the lawn between the Natural Science Building and Grawemeyer Hall, and the movie begins at sunset. These movies are great for hanging out with family and friends or having a cute date. Just be sure to bring a blanket or lawn chairs, and coolers are welcome. Louisville Bats Games With baseball season in full swing, summer is the perfect time to head out to Louisville Slugger stadium for old fashion hot dogs, Cracker Jacks and America’s favorite pastime. The Bats will play home games throughout the summer, and admission is as low as $10 depending on the seats. For the same price, Friday night home games always end with a fireworks show. Hint: if baseball is not your thing but fireworks are, the show can still be seen from the walking bridge. Speed Art Museum
Kentucky’s oldest art museum has reopened after four years and $60 million dollars in renovations with a collection of art and exhibits from all around the world. On Sundays museum admission will be free. Waterfront Wednesday Live music, great weather, even better food and it’s free. On select Wednesdays now through September, thousands of people gather on the Big Four Lawn to hangout with family and friends while listening to great music. Past performers include Shakey Graves and Wax Fang. Some of this year’s concerts will feature artist like Liz Vice and Louisville’s very own 1200. “Waterfront Wednesdays is my favorite time of the year,” said Louisville native Mackenzie Brown. “I love being by the river with all my friends listening to good music.” 21 C This upscale hotel features a high end restaurant, yet can be a part of a budgetfriendly date night. The lobby of the hotel is filled with contemporary art that is open to the public. Take a quick stroll through the displays and feel as though you are in a modern museum. Mega Cavern Looking for a little thrill? Mega Cavern is a man-made cavern that spans 17 miles of passageways right under the city of Louisville. Take a tour of the underground caverns, which contain the world’s only fully underground zip line course. Louisville Zoo After exploring the Mega Cavern, head to the street level above and visit over 1,500 animals and exhibits at the zoo.
Waterfront Park is one of the best summer hangout places in Louisville. PHOTO BY MADISON WURTH / THE LOUISVILLE CARDINAL
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Lamar Jackson completed 24 of 29 passes for 519 yards and eight touchdowns in the Spring Game. PHOTO BY WADE MORGEN / THE LOUISVILLE CARDINAL
The University of Louisville football team ended its spring sessions of practices with the annual Spring Game in front of 16,221 fans at Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium. After impressive performances to end the 2015 season, quarterback Lamar Jackson garnered much of the team’s attention heading into spring practices, and the rising sophomore showed why in the culmination of the Cardinals spring practices. More known for his running ability during his first year of college football, Jackson passed from the pocket as Louisville’s Red team cruised to a 73-7 win over the White team. Lambo: While his speed and athleticism have never been doubted, Jackson’s passing ability was the biggest storyline heading into spring practices. The 6-foot-3 Florida native looked comfortable in the pocket against the second-team defense and completed 24 of 29 passes for 519 yards and eight touchdowns. “He had a lot of open guys, a lot of time,” coach Bobby Petrino said. “I liked his decision making. I made sure to get off the field. I wanted him to handle everything out there.” Playing for the entirety of the first half and the opening possession of the second half, Jackson made reads, progressions and connected on several deep touchdown passes. Jackson hit James Quick in stride for an 85-yard touchdown pass and then connected with Jamari Staples 54-yard touchdown in the first half. On Jackson’s opening play of the second half, he found Reggie Bonnafon for a catch and run 65-yard score.
“I showed I could throw,” Jackson said. “I got an arm and I have accuracy.” Petrino said Jackson’s accuracy has improved through the spring along with his leadership. He liked Jackson’s demeanor as he prepared for the spring game. “He was really getting himself ready for the game,” Petrino said. “I like the energy he gave to the receivers.” Defense: Defensive coordinator Todd Grantham’s two best pass rushers, Trevon Young and Devonte Fields, did not participate in spring practices. Young is still recovering from a fractured hip suffered in the Music City Bowl while Fields was held out after offseason shoulder surgery. The first-team defense allowed one touchdown, a 65-yard run by Malin Jones in the opening possession of the second half, but dominated the second-unit offense besides the big run. Grantham was frustrated with his unit’s performance in the opening sequence after halftime, but the first team defense ended the day allowing 181 yards of total offense. “We did great today on defense,” safety Josh Harvey-Clemons said. “We communicated and played together.” Playing the star-position, Josh Harvey-Clemons had one sack and two tackles-for-a-loss, but also played in coverage. Stacy Thomas played in place of James Burgess in the Music City Bowl after the three-year starting linebacker was ejected on the first play from scrimmage because of targeting. With the graduation of Burgess, Thomas becomes one of Louisville’s starting inside linebackers alongside of Keith Kelsey. “Thomas played really fast and really physical,” Petrino said. “His ability to
replace James Burgess is really important to us.” Backfield: Six different running backs had five or more carries, led by Jeremy Smith’s team-high of 63 yards on five rushes. L.J. Scott rushed for 51 yards on six carries and Jeremy Smith scored two touchdowns and rushed for 46 yards. Senior Brandon Radcliff rushed for 25 yards on six carries. Petrino said the core of running backs had a good spring. Receiving core: Nearly all of the Cardinals receiving core returns from last season and the group finished spring practices on a high note. Quick finished with five receptions and 152 yards and Jamari Staples hauled in four catches for 107 yards and a score. The receivers had good timing with Jackson on deep throws and intermediate routes. Jackson found Cole Hikutini several times in the middle of the field. The senior tight-end had five receptions for 75 yards and scored two touchdowns. While Bonnafon has started at quarterback and played running back in his first two seasons at U of L, he played lined up as a wide receiver for most of the spring. “Reggie had a good spring,” Petrino said. “He has great hands, he is getting quicker on his routes. He can gives us a lot of different things we can do with him.” What’s next: The team heads into the summer months with growing expectations with 18 starters returning from a team that ended the year winning six of its last seven games capped off by a victory in the Music City Bowl against Texas A&M. “I like high expectations, why not, lets go for it,” Petrino said.
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The 2015-16 school year was filled with ups and downs for the 22 athletic programs at the University of Louisville, but there were a few special moments worth remembering. Oct. 8 - Women’s soccer upsets top-ranked North Carolina If there was a time this fall Louisville athletics needed a big win, Oct. 8 was the night. The full brunt of the paid strippers and escorts scandal had touched down on campus and lit through the national media. The football team was off to a sluggish 2-3 start and faced nationally-ranked Florida State in Tallahassee the next week. Coach Karen Ferguson-Dayes and the Louisville women’s soccer team gave the University a brief respite from the torrential down poor of negative news. Hosting top-ranked North Carolina, Louisville fell behind 1-0 in the first half against the vaunted Tar Heel attack. Gabrielle Vincent scored three minutes into the second half off a penalty kick by Hannah Konermann to tie the score. The game remained tied 1-1 and eventually headed to overtime. With nine seconds remaining in the first overtime period, Caroline Kimble scored the game-winning goal off a penalty kick from Konermann. The biggest win in program history was defended by a strong backline and excellent play by goal keeper Taylor Bucklin. North Carolina’s lethal wave of attack totaled 30 shots while Louisville could only muster together six, but the Cardinals cashed in when it counted. Dec. 28 - Football wins the Music City Bowl As improbable as it may have seemed after the team began the year 0-3 and started three different quarterbacks, coach Bobby Petrino’s football team ended the season on a high note with a 27-21 win over Texas A&M in the Music City Bowl. Following an electrifying performance against Kentucky a month prior, quarterback Lamar Jackson vaulted himself into the spotlight on the national stage. In his seventh career start, Jackson put together one of the most impressive individual performances in program history. The freshman quarterback completed 12 of 26 passes for 226 yards and two touchdowns, but most importantly, Jackson rushed for 226 yards on 22 carries and scored two touchdowns. The Cardinals jumped out to a 20-7 lead in the first quarter. Missing three starters, James Burgess, Shaq Wiggins and Trevon Young, Louisville’s defense closed out the game with a stop late in the fourth quarter. Texas A&M drove to the Louisville 24-yard line and appeared to complete a 17-yard pass to the six-yard line, but the call was overturned after review. This set up 3rd and eight on the 24 yard line, giving the Aggies two shots at extending the game with Louisville leading 27-21. Texas A&M quarterback Jake Hubenak’s passes fell incomplete, and Louisville took over on downs with 1:39 left. Running back Brandon Radcliff rushed for seven yards and Jackson converted on a third down run to seal the game. Feb. 1 - Men’s basketball defeats secondranked North Carolina Quite possibly the high point of the men’s basketball season came days before the announcement of the self-imposed postseason ban. The KFC YUM! Center hosted a nationally-
televised “Big Monday” game against second-ranked North Carolina, two days after Louisville suffered a suffocating defeat to Virginia. The energy inside the arena was electric and the teams battled in a back and forth game. Damion Lee scored 24 points and made four three-pointers, his best stretch coming around the 10 minute mark in the second half. With Louisville leading 49-47, Lee made two three-pointers in a 55-second span to give Louisville a five-point lead. Louisville held an eight-point lead with 5:15 left in the second half, but North Carolina (19-3 overall, 8-1 in the ACC) trimmed the lead to two points with 35 seconds left. Louisville led 67-65 with 26 seconds left when Trey Lewis made two free-throws to stretch the Louisville lead to two possessions. Lee iced the game with 8.3 seconds left when he made two free-throws to extend the lead to six points. After the marquee win of the season, Lee said “the ride is far from over,” but four days later, the University announced a self-imposed postseason ban. March 5 - Lacrosse upsets fourth-ranked Notre Dame Two days prior to Louisville game against fourthranked Notre Dame, the Louisville lacrosse team had one of its biggest wins in program history, a 10-4 victory over then 10th-ranked Northwestern. Coach Kellie Young’s team followed with quite an encore to establish itself as a top contender in the ACC. After Notre Dame scored two goals in the first four minutes and took a 6-3 lead into halftime, LouBrandon Radcliff and Keith Kelsey celebrate after Louisville’s isville mounted a feverish second half rally. Cortnee Daley scored two goals early in the sec- 27-21 win over Texas A&M in the Music City Bowl. ond half and Hannah Koloski added another to decrease the deficit to 7-6. With under ten minutes left and trailing by two goals, Koloski and Kaylin Morissette scored to tie the game at eight. Morissette scored the go-ahead goal with three minutes left. Notre Dame scored to tie the game with 64 seconds left, and had another opportunity to take the lead on the final possession of regulation, but Cardinal goal keeper Brittany Read had a remarkable save to send the game to overtime. In overtime, Kelli Gerding scored the game-winning goal, sending the team into celebration. March 19 - Kelsi Worrell defends NCAA title The prolific collegiate career for swimmer Kelsi Worrell culminated in the only appropriate way. The New Jersey native swept the butterfly events and defended her title at the 2016 NCAA Women’s Championships. She set an American record in the 100-fly and also swam the second fastest 200-fly in history. Worrell ended her career with three finishes in the top-10 200 butterfly of all-time. As a team, Louisville finished in eighth place in the NCAA Championships. Louisville has had four consecutive years with NCAA Champions and finished in the top-10 of the NCAAs in back-to-back years. “We as a program have put ourselves in the elite of collegiate swimming over the last few years,” Albiero said. Worrell is a nine-time All-American and earned ACC Swimmer of the Year in her junior and senior year. After the NCAA Championship, Worrell set a World and American record in the 100-fly as a member of the USA national team. The New Jersey native won Pan Am gold with a time of 57.24 in her first international competition. She was also a part of Damion Lee raises his arms in triumph near midcourt in the the 4 x 100 Medley Relay team that won gold with a waning seconds of Louisville’s win over North Carolina. time of 3:57.35. PHOTOS BY WADE MORGEN / THE LOUISVILLE CARDINAL
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The 2015-2016 athletic year for the University of Louisville was a bit underwhelming based on our recent expectations. There wasn’t that one signature football win, men’s basketball had no postseason while the women took an early exit. Even in smaller revenue sports U of L didn’t have the success they are used to seeing. One person who was consistent for the university all year and one of the biggest highlights is senior swimmer Kelsi Worrell. The four-time national champion is the 2015-2016 Louisville Cardinal Student-Athlete of the Year. The New Jersey native was selected because of her consistent success over the year and high level of performance. Worrell was hands down the top athlete for U of L this year, her success and accolades were unmatched by any student athlete in the program. For starters, Worrell won national titles in the 100 and 200-fly in March. Those wins claimed her fourth national title in two years as she defended her titles from last year. Worrell broke her own personal record in the 100-fly which set a new American record at 49.43 seconds. For the 200-fly she currently holds three of the top ten alltime fastest times. Worrell was also awarded the ACC Swimmer of the Year and Most Valuable Swimmer in the ACC conference tournament. With so many of the nation’s top swimmers in the ACC, winning Swimmer of the Year and Most Valuable is a huge achievement. After the season Worrell was able to add one more award to her trophy. On April 8, she was awarded the Honda Sport Award. The Collegiate Women Sports Awards has gave out this award over the past 40 years and it signifies the best of the best in women’s college sports. Worrell recognized how much the award means to her. “I’m so incredibly humbled to be named
this year’s Honda Award winner,” she said. “It truly wouldn’t have been possible without all the support from the University of Louisville, my present and past coaches, my amazing teammates and my encouraging family. What an huge honor to be named alongside some of the greatest swimmer’s this world has seen like Missy Franklin, Mary T Meagher and Tracy Caulkins.” Winning the award came as no surprise from her two-time National Coach of the Year Arthur Albiero. “It is very fitting for Kelsi to receive the Honda award for swimming and diving. She has earned her success through her work ethic, team-first attitude, and a huge heart,” he said. “She has captured our imaginations and allowed us to dream bigger than ever as a program. Yet, in the midst of ACC records, NCAA records, American records and even a world record, she continues to embody the ‘humble and hungry’ approach that has impacted our swimming and diving program.” Louisville seems to churn out some of the top athletes in the nation year after year. Players such as Teddy Bridgewater, Russ Smith, Sebastian Stiefelmeyer, Tanja Kylliainen, Rebecca Shine and Julia Fellerhoff have represented the university in the highest honor. Worrell is just one more name to add to that list. What makes U of L standout as a program is the constant stellar student-athletes they wear Louisville across their chest. Even in a year surrounded by uncertainty like this year true Louisville fans don’t have to look far to find a bright spot. Worrell’s collegiate career may be over but it should be remembered as one of the best individual efforts in recent memory. Over a two year stretch Worrell has sweep the 100 and 200-fly in the NCAA championships in an unprecedented fashion. Her consistent success over the year in and out of the water makes Worrell TLC’s 20152016 Student-Athlete of the Year.
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Women’s soccer
Gabrielle Vincent
The 5-foot-8 midfielder started all 18 games for coach Karen Ferguson-Dayes this year, logging the third-most minutes on the team. Vincent scored a goal in her first collegiate contest and added netted her second career goal against topranked North Carolina in October. She finished the year with seven shots on goal. Vincent’s speed, athleticism and length blend together well for an attacking midfielder.
Men’s basketball
Ray Spalding
The local product from Trinity High School played in 29 games and averaged 5.9 points in 17.9 minutes per game. Coach Rick Pitino was most complimentary on the forward’s 6-foot-10 frame, frequently saying Spalding led the team in deflections. He had 18 points and 12 rebounds against North Floida in November. Spalding had the second-highest field goal percentage for Cardinals who played more than 200 minutes this season. Pitino wants Spalding to add weight and strength in the offseason
Field Hockey
Ayeisha McFerran
The goal keeper from Larne, Northern Ireland may have had the most impressive first year for any freshmen athlete at U of L. McFerran led the ACC with nine shutouts, which also tied U of L’s single season shutout record. She started every game and gave up an average of just 1.24 goals as Louisville went 13-7 and stayed in the top-10 throughout the year. She earned 2015 NFHCA All-America third team honors and was to the NFHCA All-West Region first team. She finished the season with 67 saves.
Men’s soccer
Tate Schmitt
Coach Ken Lolla’s attacking forward scored a team-high seven goals this season, including goals in three of his first four collegiate games. Though the team struggled with a brutal ACC schedule and ended the season 7-9-3, Schmitt’s goal scoring ability adds some promise as the Cardinals head into their third season in the ACC. Schmitt scored a goal against Kentucky as Louisville defeated their in-state rival 2-0. He had two of the Cardinals four goals against Memphis.
Women’s golf
Olivia Cason
With a roster made up of five freshmen, coach Courtney Trimble had plenty of youth to work with this year. Trimble rotated and mixed in her freshmen throughout the fall and spring seasons to build experience. In September, Cason posted one of the best scores for a freshman in Louisville history, a four-under-par at the Mason Rudolph Championship. She finished tied for fifth in the 90 player field. Cason finished ninth in the Cardinal Cup in October as Louisville won its fourth consecutive annually hosted tournament.
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Before Donovan Mitchell arrived at U of L, the highly-touted guard from Greenwich, Connecticut had received plenty of praise from Rick Pitino. The Cardinals men’s basketball coach compared Mitchell’s character to former Cardinal point guard Peyton Siva. “Any time I say he has the character of Peyton Siva, you know obviously what I think. That’s about as high a grade as I can give anyone’s character,” Pitino said after Mitchell signed with U of L. On the court, Pitino was enthralled with the freshman’s athleticism and said Mitchell was a “6-foot-2 Terrence Williams,” a former All-American who played
from 2005-09. Pitino also added Mitchell’s name to a list of recent players including Terry Rozier who “want the University of Louisville” and “want basketball.” As a freshman, Mitchell played primarily as a reserve in the backcourt with Quentin Snider and Trey Lewis starting and playing more minutes. Similar to Mitchell, both Siva and Rozier came off the bench for a majority of their first year. Since Pitino made the comparison of the now rising sophomore to his three former players, glancing over their four respective freshmen years is interesting, considering Siva and Williams became All-Americans as seniors, and Rozier was selected in the first round of the NBA Draft after his sopho-
more year. Some of the statistical comparisons are skewed because of playing time, so the most telling numbers are the per-40 minutes. In the three per-40 categories, Mitchell ranked first in scoring, second in rebounding and third in assists. The three former Cardinals took big steps in their sophomore years and had more of an impact with increased playing time. Mitchell’s intangibles and statistical output mirrors the comparisons Pitino made earlier this year. With the depature of Trey Lewis, Mitchell becomes the most viable option for Pitino at the starting off-ball guard spot. Incoming graduate-transfer Tony Hicks will also compete for the position.
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A letter from your SGA president AARON VANCE @AARON_VANCE
My name is Aaron Vance, and I am the Student Body President for the 2016-17 school year. I am excited to welcome this year’s incoming students to the University of Louisville and into the Cardinal Family! To begin, I would first like to share a little about myself with you all. I am a senior Political Science major with a minor in Anthropology from Vine Grove, Kentucky. In my time here at the university I have gotten involved in not only with SGA, but also with Greek life, peer advising in the College of Arts and Sciences and have had the opportunity to study abroad in England and in China. Alongside U of L Athletics, I am a big Cincinnati Reds baseball fan and enjoy spending time outdoors. As SGA President, my job is to ensure that student voices are being heard. On top of working to effectively bring the student voice to the administration and into the community, SGA, and specifically the Student Body President, works with the administration across a variety of interests, projects and issues. With three main goals, I hope to continue work and bring new ideas to the table with regards to student involvement, specifically by helping to provide RSOs with the necessary tools for continuity and success. Secondly, our campus’ physical growth and change will center much of the discussion for the coming year on developing effective and efficient student services. And finally, we as an SGA want to continue the work we are doing in Frankfort and Washington with our Commonwealth and ACC partners in the fight to continue to keep higher education affordable. Now that you’ve read a couple of my goals, I challenge you
to share some of your own with me. I looking forward to meeting as many of you all as I can in the coming year and learning more about what you would like to see at the University of Louisville and how we as an SGA can truly be your SGA. The University of Louisville is a truly unique campus and place of truly unique opportunity, and for all of us one of those best opportunities is growth. Ending this letter with two more challenges, I want to pitch one for our incoming students, and one that I would like for you all to hold me to. I challenge you all to make the most of your time here at the University of Louisville. Our university is unique and will afford you many opportunities to work, have fun and grow. Secondly, I hope you all hold me to my commitment in challenging myself to best serve the Student Body this year. I promise to continue to work hard for students and to always seek to serve your interest so that you and the classes to follow are able to be their best. As you grow our University grows, and I expect nothing less here in Louisville. With that, here’s to a great first year at U of L! Aaron Vance
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10 things I learned as the Cardinal’s EIC OLIVIA KRAUTH @OLIVIAKRAUTH
Three semesters and 43 issues later, my term as the Cardinal’s Editor-in-Chief is over. That’s right— by the time you read this, I’ll be the washed-up, former EIC. As much as I dislike having the phrase “washedup” apply to me, I could not be more thankful to have held the position. I get asked a lot (mainly by Tinder matches) how I got into such a powerful role. After saying “No one man should have all the power,” I get to relay the following story. I applied for the position at the end of my freshman year, going up against an older editor who knew more and had more journalism experience. I got the job after the opponent’s phone died, causing his alarm to not go off and him to miss the 8 a.m. interview. First lesson as EIC? Always have your phone charged. Of course, I learned more than to show up to an important interview, and I’ve written it all down. (Another thing I learned—listicles are pretty frowned-upon by mainstream journalists.) Expected the unexpected: You would think I would know better and avoid cliches, but this is the best way to say it. If you asked
me two years ago if I thought the board of trustees would be considering a vote of no confidence in President James Ramsey right now, I would laugh. Things happen, and you better be adaptable. Other unexpected things: the entirety of the basketball/stripper allegations, having a U of L official ask me what “Deez Nuts” meant because we ran a story on it and people sending photos of dogs wearing sombreros to my U of L email. Font choice is key: Like Kanye, I sometimes get emotional over fonts. It took half a semester of being EIC to realize few people understand the power of a great font. The sooner you understand strong font-choosing abilities is key to having people like you, the better you will be as an individual. You deal with a lot: Let’s be real: more people would be better off if they started living by the following acronyms: IDGAF, IDFWU and GOMD (consult Urban Dictionary if you are confused). Stop dealing with people you don’t like and do you. It took a sombrerorelated national media hellstorm to make me realize this, so I’m saying it here so you can learn it faster than me. Say it twice: One of my professors gave me some advice this semester: “Don’t say anything you wouldn’t say twice.” It didn’t take him saying it for me to realize it’s time to start being honest. Don’t like something? Speak your piece, and don’t tell different people otherwise because you’re scared of confrontation. You’ll be surprised how much stress you have due to your current lack of honesty. Oh, and stop saying sorry. Haters should be spelled with a “z”: People will hate the paper even if they don’t read the paper. People can’t tell the difference between the news and opin-
ion section, and they will call you biased because of it. People don’t understand simple grammar rules and will be upset when you edit their stories so they won’t humiliate themselves. People will get upset when you tell the truth because it “makes U of L look bad.” But 50 told me and Kanye repeated it: “Go ahead and switch your style up. If they hate, let ‘em hate and watch the money pile up.” Don’t willingly have 9 a.m. staff meetings: Your editor that works at UPS will not be there, and neither will your brain or ambition. Just say no. Networking is way easier than you think: I used to groan when someone said something would be a “perfect networking opportunity.” Actually, I still groan. For me, networking is up on the list of unspeakable words like moist and panties. Here’s the thing: the best kind of networking is simply being really good at your job and then putting it on Twitter. Know your ( journalistic) rights: Kentucky Open Meeting laws are great. The first amendment is better. Being able to shut down a guy asking U of L to sue you for libel against Ramsey on Twitter because you understand libel laws is best. That guy still has me blocked, but it’s his fault he didn’t understand communication law. For those not in journalism: you can go to meetings and ask questions. Use those rights and be informed. Confidence: All of these boil down to one thing: be confident. Don’t let people walk on you and silence you; both are hard habits to break. Don’t let your words, opinions or spirit be censored. At the same time, learn the line between savage and rude. Thanks for reading all of the stories. I’ll be back next semester as copy editor, but for now, EIC out.
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