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The Rome Fire Department and the Special Operations Responsive Team arrived behind McAllister on Wednesday morning to clean a hazardous chemical spill.
McAllister chemical spill causes evacuation Avery Boulware editor-in-chief On Wednesday morning, the Rome fire department surrounded the McAllister building after receiving a call about a hazardous chemical spill. The building was closed from around 9 a.m. to around 10:40 a.m., and classes resumed at noon. According to chemistry lab supervisor Thomas Shipman, the spill occurred in a chemical storage closet. A student worker, whose name has not been released, was on a ladder reaching for another chemical when he accidentally knocked over a container of isobutyl chloroformate, which is hazardous to inhale. The student checked the nature of the chemical and immediately informed Shipman, his boss. Shipman then informed Gary Breton, Dean of Mathematics and Natural Science, who ordered that the building be evacuated. “We have a policy about inhalation hazards: we don’t try to clean the spill up because we don’t have the proper equipment,” Shipman said. “When I talked to the dean, our initial plan was to isolate the area, which we did.” The closet had its own exhaust vent, which means it was already partially isolated, which is why the fire alarm wasn’t
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pulled immediately, but the building was evacuated. The fire department decided it wise to pull the fire alarm once they arrived. Shipman said that evacuating was the top priority before calling for help. “From there, the Berry police responded, and then it was out of our hands,” he said. “The firemen came in with their self-contained breathing apparatus, cleaned up the spill and closed out that area for the rest of the day. We aren’t supposed to go in until tomorrow.” Shipman went with the student worker who spilled the chemical to the hospital as a precautionary measure. Poison Control instructed the student to be kept under medical supervision until 3:30 p.m. Wednesday afternoon, when they tested him for symptoms and deemed him safe to leave. “They don’t want to do this quickly,” Shipman said. “They don’t want to have delayed effects. It’s all precaution, that’s all it is.” Gary Will, Assistant Vice President of Campus Safety, said that the fire department was complimentary of how Berry handled the situation, especially since the building was already empty by the time first responders arrived. “That’s why you evacuate a building,” Will said. “We aren’t sure exactly what that chemical is, and out of an abundance of caution, that’s why (you evacuate).”
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The chemistry department also presented the fire department with a detailed description of the chemical that was spilled before they entered the building with hazmat suits. “That’s standard protocol, to have inventory and a detailed description of each chemical that is used,” Will said. “(The firemen) want to know what they are dealing with.” According to Breton, only about 100 milliliters of the chemical was spilled. The compound is hazardous in that it will slowly react to water to release hydrochloric acid. Shipman said, surprisingly, the proper way to safely clean up this chemical is to pour sand on it, seal it up and dispose of it. Will said that campus safety had just received training on chemical spills in November. “The fire department showed up, Shipman was there, campus safety was there…we had this very discussion,” Will said. “It worked out well because some of the same hazmat firemen that were in that meeting showed up today. Whether it was good luck or bad luck, I’m not sure.” Will said that this should be a lesson for students to take fire alarms seriously. “I know they are inconvenient,” he said. “I know they are typically at three in the morning. But when that fire alarm goes off, there is a reason for it, and you need to get out.”
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Spires to provide work and mentorship opportunities The marketing team for The Spires hosts monthly potential benefits for Berry students. He estimates that The luncheons to engage with potential residents and offer info on Spires will allow for somewhere between 50 and 100 student pricing and services that will be offered. Some of the planned work positions related to multiple areas of study, as well as amenities and services for The Spires opportunities for mentorship. Students Pre-sales are underway for The Spires at Berry College, the include a wellness center with a saltwill be able to work in nursing, Continuous Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that will water pool, 40 miles of natural trails, business, grounds and more. a full-service be built by Eagle Lake. The hope is to Waters said he has heard a few spa with salon break ground by summer, according to student concerns about the project, but and barbershop, Chief of Staff Gary Waters. he does not believe that any students access to The Spires will offer independent should be worried about The Spires. continuing living units, options for assisted care “There is no financial risk for the medical care and and a memory care unit. Stand-alone operating costs of The Spires to fall access to events cottages are available for independent on students and their charges at Berry held at Berry. living, as well as apartment buildings College,” Waters said. “What you’ll and lodges, which contain larger According to Waters, the project is a see is really apartments. Now that they are in the separate entity with a board of directors. Gary Waters interesting reservation phase of the project, sales Berry has three representatives out of people who had counselors are working to find future the seven on the board. Waters said this very diverse residents to put down deposits on the Gary Waters project will only benefit Berry students. careers attending cultural events, independent living unit. Currently 86 “This is such a cool project in every way,” Waters said. “I athletic events,” Waters said. “Virtually people have paid a deposit. can’t think of a single negative impact on the college.” anybody who lives over at The Spires is going to have a very “We need to reach a goal of 75 percent in reservations interesting life story. Our young people will gain a lot from For more information about The Spires, visit the before we can go to financing, and that magic number for us getting to know them.” information center located at 113 Broad Street, call (706)is now 123 [reservations],” sales counselor Kimberly Garner Waters is excited about the project because he sees many 368-9955 or visit retireatberry.com. said.
Cassie LaJeunesse deputy news editor
There is no financial risk for the operating costs on students and their charges at Berry College.
This is such a cool project in every way. I can’t think of a single negative impact on the college.
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The Spires information center on Broad Street houses a 3D model of the plan for the retirement community that will be built. They hope to start construction in the summer.
Step Afrika! involves audience
Andrea Hill | CAMPUS CARRIER
On Wednesday night, the Krannert Center Activities Board (KCAB) hosted Step Afrika! in Ford Auditorium. According to the Step Afrika! website, the travelling company performs a blend of “percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities, African traditional dance and... a variety of other dance and art forms.” The show which consisted of seven acts, allowed the audience to participate, with the group asking the audience to clap, snap or stomp. They also invited volunteers to learn basic steps to one of their dances.
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Fawn events around campus ThursdaySaturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 2:00 p.m. BCTC presents “Urinetown” in Sisters Theatre
ThursdaySaturday 8:00 p.m. Saturday 2:00 p.m. Berry College Dance Troupe presents “Passages” at Rome City Auditorium. CE credit
Friday 9:00 p.m. Outdoor movie in Clara Bowl hosted by KCAB and the Commuter’s Club
Saturday 8:00 p.m. Miss Berry competition in Ford Auditorium
Saturday 4:30 p.m. ABC Glow Run in the Clara Bowl
Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Cherokee language program coordinator, Tom Belt, speaks in Evans Auditorium. CE credit
Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Berry Singers’ Europe tour concert in the College Chapel
Miss Berry competition revamped Bailey Dingley staff writer Krannert Center Activities Board (KCAB) revamped the Miss Berry competition for Spring 2018. According to KCAB President Karolyn Olsen, Miss Berry historically had been a typical pageant. The pageant was canceled the 2015-2016 school year. However, after talking to students and Student Government Association (SGA), KCAB decided to bring it back last year. “In the way that we have revamped it a bit, I think it’s important just because it is a ‘Be Berry’ thing and it is a good opportunity for students to get out there,” Olsen said. “It’s a good opportunity for students to speak about their passions and their place on campus.” Miss Berry is not a pageant, but a competition that revolves around the “Be Berry” idea. The contestants will be evaluated on their passion
and commitment to the Berry motto of the Head, Olsen emphasized that it is a competition, Heart and Hands, according to the Miss Berry not a pageant, and encouraged students to not application. shy away from the “Miss Berry is an competition. opportunity to recognize “We’ve done our best that talent and recognize to keep it put together those people who go and professional as above and beyond on possible, but still being campus,” senior Alex laid back and focused on Skinner, a Miss Berry involvement and really applicant said. let people show their According to Skinner, personalities,” Olsen there is no beauty portion said. in the competition. The Miss Berry There are introduction, competition will be held interview, and talent on Saturday. Contestants portions. will include Skinner, Karolyn Olsen “It’s not a traditional freshman Bri Greyling, beauty pageant,” Skinner senior Brianna Figueroa, said. “It’s more focused on the academic and the junior Maddie Jordan, senior Christelle moral values and strengths of the women here Balegamire, junior Maddie Bess and senior at Berry.” Olivia Ruck.
It’s a good opportunity for students to speak about their passions and their place on campus.
Shorter employees laid off due to low enrollment Jessie Goodson news editor Berry’s neighboring school, Shorter University, has laid off at least 12 employees due to low enrollment, according to two anonymous former and current Shorter employees. The Rome News Tribune reported that the two sources said that Shorter has eliminated all of the assistant director positions. When the Rome News-Tribune asked Shorter University Spokeswoman Dawn Tolbert about the layoffs, she replied, “It is the university’s policy not to comment on personnel matters.” In a Feb. 22 Rome News-Tribune article, Spencer Lahr stated that the
Shorter Director of Campus Safety, Paula Penson, was fired. In November 2017, Penson alleged sexual and work harassment against her by the former Vice President of Student Affairs Corey Humphries, who resigned from his position in November. According to conflict investigator David Archer, an investigation found that Humphries’ actions didn’t “rise to the level of sexual harassment under the law,” but “violated Shorter’s policy against inappropriate touching.” The documents regarding this information came from the Rome NewsTribune. The assistant director of campus safety, James Hall, was also fired in mid-December. This termination came soon after a report detailing his claims that the university failed to follow policy in the handling of a sexual harassment complaint was published in the Rome News-Tribune.
February 21
Privacy Offense Criminal trespassing was reported on Technology Blvd.
February 21
Larceny Theft Offenses Thefts were reported at the WinShape Retreat Center and West Mary.
February 22
Fire Alarms Fire alarms were reported at Centennial, the Townhouses and Friendship.
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Investigation A harassment complaint was filed at East Mary.
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Suspicious Activity A suspicious person, vehicle or activity was reported at Krannert. Berry College Campus Safety For emergencies, call (706) 236-2262 For non-emergencies, call (706) 368-6999
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Our View: Female directors deserve more recognition Awards season is in full swing and how much progress still has to be earned this year, like any other, is a reminder of when fighting for equal representation of the inequality in Hollywood. This year it women in Hollywood. is especially relevant, with campaigns Looking at the culture of Hollywood, like #MeToo and “Times Up” covering it’s easy to see how systemic sexism has headlines, but it’s become so ingrained in the important we discuss industry. Women have Women in Hollywood, film a problem which been viewed as objects many may not even for as long as movies have just like any other realize exist: lack of been made. It is because representation for of this that the “Times Up” industry, must work females behind the movement has received lens. such positive feedback Earlier this year, from women across the twice as hard just the Golden Globes country and has especially kicked off award made huge headway in the to earn half of season with a list of industry. nominees for “Best The likelihood of a the chances. Director”, comprised female director being solely of males. The contracted with a studio to Oscars, since first premiering in 1929 have oversee a movie is insanely slim compared only nominated five females in directing, to that of a male director. And, even if she and only one has ever won. The fifth and directs an amazing movie which brings in a most recent nomination was given this large profit and has great reviews, the odds year to Greta Gerwig for “Ladybird. This of her receiving adequate recognition and imbalance in representation shows us just formal awarding of her accomplishments
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are even slimmer. The sad truth is that female directors can bring in equal, if not more, box office earnings, receive amazing reviews and earn huge profits, and still not receive the same recognition or follow-up opportunities as male directors. Women in Hollywood, just like any other industry, must work twice as hard just to earn half of the chances. Studios jump to hire already-established male directors and The Academy jumps to praise them. They are safe and familiar to Hollywood. Females on the other hand, because of the initial lack of representation and recognition, continue to be labeled as “risks”. We have got to begin giving credit where credit is due. The Academy has failed us over and over again by failing to provide fair and accurate credit, and yet we still trust them to deem the worthiness of films in a society which is progressing much faster, subsequently leaving them behind. Every year during awards season, females are left out of the picture when it comes to recognition and praise for their work.
“Midnight in Pairs.” Anna Katherine Drew sophomore
By not providing fair opportunity and recognition to female directors in the industry, we are continuing to create a culture which neglects the intellect and talent of females everywhere. It’s discouraging for the directors themselves and females everywhere to watch such talent go unmentioned. Does is not make you wonder how many amazing films and narratives we have missed out on because a female director has been passed up for a male yet again? As a society, we should show Hollywood that we want to see more women in the director chair. And that we want to see their work recognized. By supporting female directors through showing up in theatres and voicing our own opinions of their efforts, we can make it clear to those who make the decision of the “best” in the industry that we are tired of seeing their talents go unnoticed. The Carrier’s editorial opinion represents the views of the senior members of the Campus Carrier and Viking Fusion news staff.
“Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers.” Milton Tama junior
Jellyfish should be on your playlist
JESSIE GOODSON news editor
“If the Beatles and Queen had a baby, and that baby was raised by The Beach Boys, that baby would be Jellyfish,” a wise friend once told me. Jellyfish, a power pop band from San Francisco, was formed in 1989 by Andy Sturmer and Roger Joseph Manning Jr. Sturmer and Manning were both a part of a band called Beatnik Beatch, where Sturmer occasionally sang lead vocals and played the drums and Manning played keyboard. Jellyfish began when the two were encouraged to write their own music aside from Beatnik Beatch. They began recording demos at Sturmer’s home and in janitor closets. The two of them usually played all of the instruments, occasionally calling in others to lay down parts when they needed them. These demos eventually became the beginning of Jellyfish’s first album, “Bellybutton.” Sturmer and Manning presented many of these songs to Beatnik Beatch, but the band was never interested in doing them. Many outside record labels were very interested in the demos the two had been recording, and sort of went to war with each other. One of the record label meetings was
held at an aquarium, which is where the idea to call the band “Jellyfish” came along. They later signed to Charisma Records, which at the time was a division of Virgin Records and later became EMI. So many people just knew Jellyfish would be the next big band in music, and a departure from hair metal. I think it’s also important to note the rumor about the day Jellyfish was signed by Charisma. Apparently, another band was turned down- said to be very distant and angsty, and the label decided to go with the more colorful, child-like charisma that is Jellyfish. The band that was turned down, was Nirvana. In 1992, Jellyfish began recording “Spilt Milk,” their second and last EP. This album seems to be the favorite among fans, rightfully so. The album has never been explicitly called a concept album (non-stop album that usually tells a story from beginning to end), but it does things that resemble one. It is said to represent a dream, beginning and ending the same way. The beginning of the album is like going to sleep, everything in the middle is the dream, and the ending is waking up, even including an alarm sound. “Spilt Milk” has something for
everyone: a lullabye (“Hush”), a hard rock song (“Joining a Fan Club”), a children’s song (“Sebrina”), a pop song (“New Mistake”), an acoustic power ballad (“Glutton of Sympathy”), a grunge song (“Ghost at Number One”), a polka song (“Bye Bye Bye”), a shoegaze song (“All is Forgiven”) and a jazz-like song (“Russian Hill”). So no matter what kind of music you’re in to, give this album a listen. Jellyfish broke up not long after “Spilt Milk” was done with its tour, and the members went their separate ways and did many different things. Many of you have probably seen After Jellyfish, Sturmer stayed pretty hidden away, recording things from home, and not having much of an online presence at all. He has famously written and recorded the theme music for Teen Titans, Batman Brave and the Bold, Ben10 and a number of songs for Looney Toons and Winnie and Pooh. The album has gained a large cult following, and is considered legendary. Its techniques have been studied over and over and will probably continue to become popular. So do yourself a favor and join the fan club (like the songs says) and listen to Jellyfish.
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Fairytales weren’t always for children
PHOTOGRAPHER Luke Koferl
MICHAELA LUMPERT copy editor
The words “fairy tale” writers to express morals hadn’t crossed my mind until to young women and men. this semester when I decided These original fairytales also to take RHW 102 with Dr. contained intense themes and Mullins. She sexual content bases her class that made them Fairytales are around fairy inappropriate tales and how for younger we can learn to meant for older children. It write research wasn’t until papers based off audiences as well other writers scholars who began to adapt study them. As as younger ones. the original tales a freshman in that we began college, I was seeing what we confused. I thought fairy tales now know as our childhood were just for little kids to use as fairy tales. bedtime stories and things like Most tales recounted today that. How were we supposed are usually the adaptations to spend an entire semester from the Grimm Brothers. They researching them? used their writings as ways to Turns out, originally fairy teach morals to young children. tales were intended for The best example of this is adults. They were a way for Little Red Riding Hood. In this
popular tale, the moral is the importance of listening to your parents. Throughout this semester, there has been a question that has been looming over my head: are fairy tales truly just meant for children? I mean if they were originally for adults, then why shouldn’t they still be? Being in this class, studying these tales, has changed my perspective. There’s an entire discourse community devoted to analyzing and discussing the meaning of fairy tales. Professors across the country spend their entire careers studying these tales and how the morals of the tales affect children. Not only that, but studying fairy tales is also a great way to explore different cultures.
Every time another author comes along to re-create their own version of a tale, they add in parts of their culture and their experiences to make it unique and personal. There’s a world of fairy tales out there that I am beginning to research and become a part of. The more I get into it, the more I learn that fairy tales are meant for older audiences as well as younger ones. When I went back to reread some of these old tales, I learned a whole new side of them, filled with morals and insights. I encourage you to pick up those old tales you used to read. Reread them. They might bring some new bursts of knowledge and insights of ideas and themes you never realized.
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Get to know the newly-elected 2018-2019 Student Government Association Exectutive Board
Anna Katherine Drew, SGA President Sophomore Public Relations and Religion Major
“I am super excited about our new team and I am super excited about their enthusiasm. Being able to be on the board this year as SGA secretary has allowed me to see where are now and that we can do differently next year. I would really like to focus on organization next year, inside and outside of the office. Also, I would like to focus on using our positions as officers to the fullest potential. I am excited that we are not just co-workers. We are friends. I look forward to what we can accomplish.”
David Driskill, SGA Treasurer Sophomore Accounting Major
“I really want to bring my experience in accounting to my role as treasurer next year. It is something that I recently have become involved in and I love every aspect about it. I am most excited about this great team. We already know each other, and I think we will work great together. I am excited to see how our chemistry will play out next year.”
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The new SGA Executive Board is eager to aid and represent next year’s student body.
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thing unique to the table. All of us ces on campus. Diversity will make ot wait to see what we can do.”
“I am super excited to be with these guys. We all know each other already and I think that we can do really great things as a team. As we implant new ideas, since we already know how we work together we can be more effective. What I would like to see implemented next year is more opportunities for SGA volunteer credits. I would like to see more coordination with BCVS to provide more regular opportunities, because many organizations struggle with credits.”
Nate Maiwald, SGA VP of Admin Sophomore Finance Major
“I am very optimistic about next year. We have had such a great example with the last executive board. I am excited to learn what we as a team can bring to the table next year. I am really looking forward to seeing what new ideas and strategies are possible for us next year. I love working with them already and I can’t wait to work with them next year. I would really like to see more organization and professionalism next year.
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Spencer Russell I CAMPUS CARRIER “Urinetown” opened on Feb. 22 in Sisters Theatre. The show is set in the near future where the rich have capitalized on a water shortage, charging poor people to pee. The show will run until March 4.
BCTC’s ‘Urinetown’ shines on stage commentary by Kendall Aronson asst. arts & living editor
BCTC’s production of “Urinetown,” a satirical, dystopian musical chronicling a world in which it is a privilege to pee, premiered on Feb. 22. The show was very well produced. The choreography and its execution was very exciting and the cast as a whole was talented. The costumes and set showed great attention to detail and added to the quality of the show. The songs that included the full cast were very impactful and generally well done. The scene in which Bobby asks the conductor of the pit for help in conducting the song was particularly funny and memorable. Throughout the production the cast did an excellent job of staying in character and making sure their character’s actions were still unique even songs featuring the entire cast.
The use of lighting during the production especially exemplified the creativity in the show. In musical numbers such as “The Cop Song,” flashlights were used to create further dramatic effect. Junior Tyler Hooper played the lead role of Bobby Strong. Both his singing and his acting were fantastic, and he did an overall stellar job in the role. Freshman Daniel Holder shone in his role of Caldwell B. Cladwell, the villain of the show. From the time he was wheeled onstage, lounging on his desk, to when he stole the show in every scene he was in, and eventually in his demise, he was fantastic. Sophomore Kenny Morgan and senior Ethan Hart also did well in their performances as Cladwell’s henchmen. Officer Barrel and Officer Lockstock, played by freshman Ben Allee, and senior Eric Jackson respectively, did an excellent job portraying their characters and had great chemistry. Jackson captured both humor and morbidity in
his role, which served as a narrator for the entirety of the show. During the opening performance, freshman ensemble member Madison VandenOever fell during one of the songs and fractured her arm. She played it off quite well, and I was unsure whether the fall was on purpose until afterwards. The pit orchestral section gave an added dimension to the production. It was nice to have a live orchestra rather than a recording. However, from the balcony where I was sitting during the performance on Thursday night, it was difficult during some parts of the show to hear the dialogue over the orchestra. This was the first BCTC musical production I have seen while at Berry, and overall, I think it was a great performance. There will be more performances March 1-3 in the evening at 7:30 p.m. and a matinee performance on Sunday March 4 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5 for students, $7 for seniors and $10 for adults.
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Passages Dance Concert
• 8 p.m. • Rome City Auditorium Through ballet, contemporary, Latin, tap and jazz styles of dance, “Passages” will explore scripture, stories, secrets and rites of passage. Tickets are $5 for students and $10 adults.
March 3
Why, When, and How to Prune Workshops
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Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan) faces off with T’Chaka (Chadwick Boseman). The movie used the conflict between these two charecters to address modern conversations about race.
‘Black Panther’ balances strong plot and message commentary by Jameson Filston arts & living editor “Black Panther” opened in theaters on February 16 and it had a lot to say. The movie was a big step forward for diversity in Hollywood. The cast is predominantly black, and many lead roles were female. Hollywood has been criticized for its white and male-dominated leads, so the effort was not lost on audiences. The movie also had a black director, Ryan Coogler, and Marvel put their money where their mouth was. Coogler got the second biggest budget of all time for a black director: $200 million. That is second only to The Fate of the Furious, which had a budget of $250 million. It was important that the studio make these gestures, not only to make progress for diversity in Hollywood, but to lend credibility to what “Black Panther” had to say. In the movie, a man named Eric Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan) is out for revenge on the nation of Wakanda in part because the nation refuses to fight for people of color who are oppressed. T’Chaka, or the “Black Panther” (Chadwick Boseman) opposes him at first but begins to realize Killmonger has a point. The execution of the movie itself was very good. The message did not overshadow the plot, and both supported each other. The movie bordered on being preachy at times, but never went too far and maintained believable character motivations. The budget was evident in the
visuals of the production. The visuals of the fight scenes, along with any of the scenes, were stunning. I really enjoyed the depiction of futuristic Wakandan technology, and the fight scenes were engaging as well as visually pleasing. The character interaction and worldbuilding were influenced by black culture in America today. Everything from pick-up basketball to Vine references were included, the most memorable of which was a “what are those” reference. You could see the effort that went into portraying characters and culture in a realistic and complete way. There were some plot holes and other minor flaws, but they didn’t take away from the strengths of the movie. Movies that have a message about society have to be careful not to be overbearing with that message, and “Black Panther” avoided this by showing rather than telling. What drives the plot of this movie is the tension between keeping the status quo and righting wrongs. The movie sets T’Chaka, a supporter of the former, against Killmonger, an extreme supporter of the latter. The way this movie makes an effective point is by showing the process of T’Chaka realizing that he is wrong and that he should stand in support of others. Through this process, the plight of modern African Americans is brought to light. The movie brings the characters and the audience to a conclusion that we need to stand by each other because we are connected. The movie also strengthens its point by showing how the problem has changed since 1992 when the first scene takes place. When the
location of that scene is revisited, it shows that progress has been made, but there is still more to be done. I enjoyed this movie a lot and was very impressed by it. What impressed me the most is that the movie was able to make an appeal to more than a specific audience, reaching the diverse audience that Marvel movies have. Part of the reason it was able to do this is because the message was so universal. The message was one of
connection and equality. T’Chaka says it best when he talks about how people need to find and build connections instead of separating themselves. This is a message that resonates with everyone. “Black Panther” was able to find a balance and tell its message in every aspect of the movie from casting to budget to script. Because of this balance and because of its story, “Black Panther” is among the best Marvel movies to date.
• 5 to 8 p.m. • Rome Civic Center Participants will learn about why, when, and how to prune their plants. This will be a live demonstration. The event is free.
March 3
“I am the Storm” Art Exhibition Opening
• 4 to 6 p.m. • Farrell’s Frame and Design Atlanta Artist Karen Mosbacher will present “I Am the Storm” series and other works. Refreshments will be provided. The event is free.
PLAYLIST:
Midterm Madness PLAY
12 songs, 50 min
TITLE
ARTIST
Brighter Day
Jellyfish
Walkin’ On Sunshine
Katrina
Viva La Vida
Coldplay
Eye of the Tiger
Survivor
Little Talks
Of Monsters and Men
Don‘t Stop Believin’
Journey
Clocks
Coldplay
I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)
The Proclaimers
I Got You (I Feel Good)
James Brown & The Famous Flames
Don’t Worry Be Happy
Bobby McFerrin
Stronger
Kanye West
Kevin’s Pick: Celebration
Kool & The Gang
March 3
More of the Best of Frank Sinatra
• 7:30 to 9:15 p.m. • The Forum River Center The Clock Tower Jazz Ensemble will present the greatest hits of Frank Sinatra. The Forum will sell drinks and concessions. There will be dancing. Genral Admission is $10.
March 15
Murder at the Skydale Sock Hop
• 6 to 9 p.m. • The Forum River Center This Murder Mystery is hosted by the Harbin Clinic to benefit Floyd Against Drugs. Tickets can be purchased online for $40.
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Basketball earns conference championship Chris Ferguson assistant sports editor Men’s basketball made history this weekend by winning the conference tournament, earning the program’s first Southern Athletic Association (SAA) title. These games produced a series of firsts, not only for the program, but also for the SAA. Berry became the first program to win an SAA title as a No. 8 seed. This was also the Viking’s first time in the SAA championship game and will mark the first time the team will participate in the NCAA Division III tournament. Going into conference playoffs, the Vikings bore an 8-17 record which is well below average. Because of this, it came as a complete shock to the conference when they bested Centre College in the first round of playoffs. Centre, who was the No. 1 seed, expected an easy victory from the Vikings. However, both teams battled back and forth with 16 changes in the lead, and neither team was able to lead by more than 10 at any point in the game. The Vikings were able to secure the victory in a close 97-93 win. This victory was what the Vikings needed to prove that they could best anyone in the SAA. Centre has been a problematic opponent for the Vikings in the past, but Senior Caleb Johnson thinks it was ultimately a new mindset that allowed them to come away with the win. “We’ve struggled with Centre and we have never beaten PHOTO COURTESY OF SPORTS INFORMATION them, at least in my four years here,” Johnson said. “We had to be the aggressor and win all of the loose ball and hustle The Vikings will face Emory in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday. If plays. The defense was definitely the key to that victory. We Berry comes out on top, they will face the winner of LeTourenea University vs. Hanover stuck with the game plan and came away with the win.” College game on Saturday. There will be a “spirit bus” traveling to Emory for students, but After their win against Centre, the Vikings faced spots are limited. Birmingham-Southern College which resulted in a sound victory. The team once again scored in the 90 range in a 95- and will go down in program history, along with the team’s bond with these guys and being able to establish a culture at Berry for basketball is something to 76 blowout. This game proved to be a strong collective team overall performance in the playoffs. be remembered for.” effort, as six of Berry’s athletes This victory was Although the conference playoffs scored in the double digits. especially meaningful to were a historical achievement for The Vikings progressed to the seniors because they the Vikings, their season is not over the conference championship realize how far they have yet. The team will go on to play in a tough matchup against come. Being able to leave Emory University in the first round Hendrix College. However, the a legacy at Berry is what of the NCAA Division III playoffs. team was able to successfully many of our teams strive Ranked No. 7 in the nation, the clutch the SAA title in an 88-78 to achieve, and this group Eagles will prove to be one of the victory, with a jaw-dropping of seniors were able to do toughest competitors the Vikings performance from Johnson. that. will play. Despite this, the Vikings He scored a staggering 45 “Just being able to have already played Emory earlier points, which was over half look back over the last in the season and fell short of of the Viking’s final score. Caleb Johnson four years with those five victory by only six points in a 109Johnson’s execution not only guys is just incredible,” Caleb Johnson 103 loss. Based on how the team is in this game, but the other two Johnson said. “We haven’t playing now, compared to earlier playoff games as well, resulted once had a very good year, in his selection as the SAA and we didn’t finish with a very good record in the season, the Vikings may very well find themselves tournament MVP. His achievement was a first for the team this year. Being able to overcome adversity, strengthen that progressing further into the tournament.
“Being able to look back over the last four years with those guys is incredible.”
“We stuck with the game plan and came away with the win.”
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Home show success takes Equestrian to regionals Claire Voltarel sports editor
In their last home show of the regular season, Berry’s equestrian team took first in Western and 2nd in Hunt Seat on Saturday. Their success continued on Sunday with Hunt Seat claiming third, providing them with momentum going into the final show and regionals this weekend. Berry hosted one Western and two Hunt Seat shows last weekend, as well as celebrating senior day and Pack the House on Saturday. Amongst the chaos of hosting a show, seniors Alexa Adams and Lauren Zavodney felt the team competed well and showed promise for regionals. Adams and Zavodney both noted their focus for the week is to build from this weekend’s experience. “As always, there are things to improve on,” Zavodney said. “But we had a lot of strengths, so it was really exciting to watch everyone ride so well.” Adams said the well-rounded quality of the team is what sets them apart and leads to all of their success. “Our top riders are really talented, but also our lower levels are always on the game,” Adams said. “So they always nail it for us at the end of the day.” The team will travel the University of Alabama for the final show of the regular season on Saturday and regionals the Sunday after. According to Adams, Saturday’s show helps team members and horses acclimate,
ultimately serving as a practice round for Sunday’s competition. Adams and Zavodney are confident in their team’s talent for regionals. “We lead the region so we just have to finish the game this weekend,” Adams said. While regionals are primarily focused on individuals, Zavodney and Adams feel their team has many strong members capable of success. “We are a really deep team, so coach always has multiple options,” Adams said. Although the team is focused on the finish line, Saturday gave them to opportunity to recognize the hard work of their five graduating seniors. “It was really special because not many people make it all four years,” Adams said. “A lot of us felt really accomplished.” Adams and Zavodney said their seniors made large contributions to the team, but they are excited about the future riders in the program. According to Adams, their annual success allows for smooth recruiting and a large draw of talented students. “We are losing some talent, but there is always more behind us,” Adams said. Adams and Zavodney feel the current underclassmen are talented members who will continue to grow the program. “They have a lot of really strong riders and a lot of really fun girls to be around, so I think it will be a positive year next year,” Zavodney said. According to the seniors, the fun and positivity of the team is a crucial aspect,
Andrea Hill | CAMPUS CARRIER Berry Equestrian hopes to defend their first-place regional title from the 2016-2017 season this weekend. considering how individualized equestrian can be. “We are a really close team,” Adams said .This closeness has helped the team to succeed and hopefully will result in a national title this season. “The overall goal is to make it to nationals,
but more importantly to stay positive and connected as a team,” Zavodney said. “I think we really accomplished that this year.” The Hunt Seat team will compete Saturday, March 3, followed by the regional competition on Sunday, March 4, both at the University of Alabama.
Softball doubles down on Maryville
The Berry softball team had back-to-back wins against Maryville on Tuesday night, shutting out 10-0 in the first game and closing 9-3 in the second. Game one began with an early lead, courtesy of a home run by senior Elisabeth Federici which brought in senior Brittany Tuttle to leave the Vikings at 2-0 after the first inning. A double to center in the second inning by senior Kylie Aiken sent home sophomore Madison McGarrah and junior Kaitlin Seger to bump their lead to 4-0. After a homerun by frehsmen Bayleigh Masterson brought in two more Vikings, Berry ended the second with a 7-0 lead. Their 10-0 victory was finalized in the bottom of the third when Masterson’s double brought in Seger, McGarrah and freshmen Brooke Whittemore. Senior pitcher Kassie Howard struck out seven Scots with no hits and no runs in three innings, earning her the win at the mound. The Vikings kept momentum into the second game, when five RBI’s gave them the 5-0 lead by the end of the second inning. While both the Scots and the Vikings put up 2 runs in the fourth, and neither team scored in the fifth, Masterson homered in the bottom of the sixth and brought home freshmen Samantha Crabtree to up their lead 9-2. Only allowing one Scot’s run in the top of the seventh, the Vikings secured their 9-3 win. Howard again earned the win at the mound with another seven strikouts in her five innings pitched. The Vikings will travel to Tuscon, Az. on Friday to participate in the National Fastpitch Coaches Assocation’s Leadoff classic among 32 of the nation’s top teams.
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Senior Kassie Howard (center) congratulates her teammates, sophomore Makenzie Flynt (left) and junior Bethany Hunt, after their double header against the Maryville Scots.
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WORKING HARD OR HARDLY WORKING?
At Berry College, students work hard inside and outside of the classroom. In the classroom, they are able to challenge their minds intellectually while outside of the classroom they are able to push their bodies physically. The Cage Center holds several classes each week, including yoga, cycling, and zumba. The workout area also features a variety of elliptical machines and weights, so there is no muscle group that can’t be exercised. Students are also encouraged to meet with a personal trainer or nutritionist to further their health knowledge and work more effectively towards their fitness goals. Bailey Albertson | CAMPUS CARRIER