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NEWS 3 Ranzenberger awaits sentencing for child molestation after being sentenced to 14 years in prison for child pornography.

15 Prolife Protestors: Marchers in the Women’s march on Washington were met with adversary in Washington, D.C. 16 Editorial: Trump’s presidency should reflect the views of a multcultural America.

21 CMU REACTS: Students recall their experiences going from the campaign trail to inaugeration day.

22 Alumna performs at departure ceremony for former President Barack Obama.

SPORTS WOMEN’S MARCH ON WASHINGTON: Women turned out in droves to protest new administration

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23 Basketball: Marcus Keene’s 50-point performance helps men’s basketball overcome adversity.

24 Football: Shane Morris to transfer from Michigan, suit up for Chippewas in 2017.

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Ranzenberger sentenced to 14 years for child pornography, awaits child molestation sentencing

By Johnathan Hogan Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Former Central Michigan University faculty member Mark Ranzenberger was sentenced to 14 years in prison — the maximum allowed by his plea agreement — on Thursday, Jan. 19 for possession of child pornography in U.S. District Court in Bay City.

Ranzenberger also appeared in Isabella County Court on Friday, Jan. 20, pleading guilty to one count of sexually assaulting a child.

Isabella County Prosecutor Robert Holmes and Ranzenberger’s defense attorney William Shirley agreed to set sentencing guidelines at 14 years minimum before being considered for parole. That means Ranzenberger will serve at least 14 years in prison before the parole board reviews his case for release.

As part of the plea agreement, Ranzenberger pleaded guilty to one of four counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct in exchange for the others being dropped. His sentencing is at 9:45 a.m. on Jan. 26.

Shirley said Ranzenberger’s sentences for child pornography and child molestation would be served concurrently, meaning Ranzenberger will serve both sentences at the same time.

In U.S. District Court, Federal Judge Thomas Ludington cited the content of the photos when making his decision.

“These are not simply pictures of children with no clothing,” Ludington said.

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Ranzenberger read a statement to the judge — his first public statement since the allegations arose. In the statement, he apologized to CMU, the College of Communication and Fine Arts, the Journalism Department and his family.

“I’m asking these people, particularly my family, for forgiveness — not for me, but for them,” Ranzenberger said. “I want the pain to stop.”

Ranzenberger was arrested May 20 after police found 1,032 images Ranzenberger of child pornography on various digital devices he owned. Police also found in his possession a document describing how to groom a child from birth to age 11 to be receptive to sexual acts.

During a CMU Police investigation, Ranzenberger said the document was “purely fantasy” and denied ever sexually abusing children. He told police he thought he had “gotten rid of all that stuff.”

Ranzenberger pleaded guilty to the child pornography charge on Sept. 27. As part of his plea, he admitted to sexually assaulting a minor three times a week for seven years between 1995 and 2002.

The sentencing guidelines for possession of child pornography had been set between 11 and 14 years in prison in exchange for the guilty plea. However, because Ranzenberger admitted to the sexual assault while submitting his plea, the probation officer determined his sentence should include additional time.

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NEW DEAN OF LIBRARIES STARTS IN MARCH A new dean of University Libraries will take over in March. Dr. Jeff Luzius is currently the CEO of the Fairchild Research Information Center at Maxwell Air Force Base in Alabama, and has served in a variety of library positions at Gadsden State Community College, Auburn University and Troy State University.

The dean of Libraries is responsible for running the Central Michigan University library system, said Provost Michael Gealt.

“His most important duty is making sure that everyone at the university has the resources they need to carry out their classes and research,” Gealt said.

Luzius will have to focus on enacting new technologies, Gealt said.

“Libraries are always changing,” he said. “Students use of the library has changed significantly in the last decade.

It’s a complicated job and there are a lot of interesting facets to consider.”

Originally, three candidates were selected to interview for the position. Luzius was invited to an interview following the withdrawal of two of the candidates.

“He really has a complete package that he’s bringing to the campus,” Gealt said.

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The defense and prosecution both agreed to follow the sentencing guidelines despite the probation officer’s assessment.

In October, the former Central Michigan University professor was charged with four counts of firstdegree criminal sexual conduct for sexually assaulting a child between 1999 and 2003.

As part of the plea agreement, he could not be charged in federal court for the assaults, but he was charged shortly after by the State of Michigan.

Ranzenberger said the assaults on the victim stopped because he saw how bad it was in 2002, but began collecting child porn when it “popped up” on his computer, which sucked him in again.

“I’m incredibly sorry for what I’ve done,” he said.

“I’m not someone to fear.”

The person who was sexually assaulted, who asked to not be identified by Central Michigan Life, read an impact statement.

“Mark Ranzenberger is a psychopath,” the statement began. “Psychopaths tend to be smooth, charming and can argue effortlessly. Ranzenberger

has gone through his past 61 years charming anyone and everyone in his path. His coworkers didn’t know he was a child molester. Heck, his own family didn’t know. He hid it, charming them, showing them the side of him he wanted them to see. He was able to talk in front of thousands of people and was able to hide the monster he was with every word he spoke.”

The victim also cited the psychological and financial effects the sexual assaults have had — citing $100 in monthly expenses for depression and anxiety.

“Someone once told me the most freeing moment of their life was hearing their abuser had died. I can’t wait for that moment for myself,” the person said.

A U.S. Secret Service criminal complaint filed May 19 states Ranzenberger admitted to CMUPD Sgt. Mike Morrow he had obtained about 1,000 images from a German website between 2004 and 2008.

Ranzenberger resigned from CMU and the Mount Pleasant Planning Commission in March.

A CMU alumnus, Ranzenberger taught journalism and broadcast and cinematic arts classes at CMU since 1999.

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‘WE WILL GET THE JOB DONE’ Olivier Douliery | Abaca Press/TNS Chief Justice of the United States John G. Roberts, Jr. administers the oath of office to President Donald Trump during the 58th Presidential Inauguration on Jan. 20, 2017, in Washington, D.C

Trump boasts ‘America first’ mindset, criticizes Washington elite in inaugural speech

By Kate Carlson Editor-in-Chief editor@cm-life.com

WASHINGTON — A sea of red “Make America Great Again” hats filled Capitol Hill as supporters of Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States of America, was sworn into office at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 20.

“We are not merely transferring power from one administration to another or from one party to another,” Trump said during

his inaugural address. “But we are transferring power from Washington D.C. and giving it back to you, the people.”

The theme of Trump’s remarks was a restoration of power to American citizens. He also pointed to what he views as flaws in the federal government. The billionaire businessman said that, for decades, the U.S. has “enriched foreign industry at the expense of American industry, subsidized armies of other countries, while allowing for the very

sad depletion of our military.”

The answer, Trump concluded, will be to always put American interests at the forefront of his policies as commander in chief.

“From this day forward, a new vision will govern our land,” he said. “From this day forward, it’s going to be only America first, America first.”

Those policies include new decisions on trade, taxes, immigration and foreign affairs. The speech garnered excited cheers and chants from his crimson-capped support-

ers, even though turnout paled in comparison to previous inaugurations, according to visitors who have attended in the past.

PolitiFact reported Friday that the National Parks Service no longer produces estimates of events on the National Mall. The department stopped estimating National Mall turnout after a dispute over attendance numbers during the 1995 Million Man March.

Speaking directly to his most devout followers, Trump promised to clear boarders and bring

back jobs, wealth and dreams to all U.S. citizens.

“We will follow two simple rules: buy American and hire American,” he said.

Trump’s views on expanding the military is one of the reasons Douglas Lengenfelder, the Veterans Coordinator of Pennsylvania’s Republican Party, supported the president during the general election.

“Nobody ever went to war because a nation was too strong,” said Lengenfelder, standing in

Union Square as he waited for Trump to speak.

Lengenfelder said the new president’s policy to improve veteran benefits was viewed favorably by his peers — as opposed to Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton’s plan.

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Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer A man holds a sign while posing for a photo during the inauguration ceremony of President Donald Trump on Jan. 20 in Washington D.C.

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Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer Olivia Guenthner takes a photo of Heather and David Guenthner while attending the inauguration of President Donald Trump on Jan. 20 in Washington D.C. Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer A group of protesters march against the presidency of Donald Trump during his inauguration on Jan. 20 in Washington D.C.

Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer Protesters gather to speak out against the presidency of Donald Trump during the inauguration on Jan. 20 in Washington D.C.

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Supporters attend the inauguration of President Donald Trump on Jan. 20 in Washington D.C.

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Leader Chuck Schumer.

Still, in between oscillating boos and applause, Trump spoke about the idea of patriotism as a unifying force for the American people.

“It’s time to remember that old wisdom our soldiers will never forget, that whether we’re black or brown or white, we all bleed the same red blood of patriots,” Trump said.

Groups of protesters throughout the city begged to differ. Most who attended, however, were with President Trump, according to Central Michigan University alumnus Dan Kuhn. The retired Saginaw police

officer said he supports Trump because of “the way he relates to Americans and supports cops.”

Kuhn explained Trump’s support of police is best displayed in his dismissal of the Black Lives Matter movement, which Kuhn said stands in opposition to law enforcement.

“We’re just not a valued profession anymore,” he said.

Trump’s admiration of police work is why Kuhn said he belongs to the only police labor union in Michigan that endorsed the president during his campaign.

For George Washington University student Isobel Walker, 19, the atmosphere at the inauguration was a stark contrast to the climate on her campus.

“It’s definitely strange because I feel like on campus, the majority of students do not support Trump,” she said.

Walker added that even though she voted for Clinton in the election, she came to the inauguration today because it was nearby. She also wanted to experience the historic event.

Walker’s friend Abigail Fusco, 20, said the swearing in of Trump was gratifying. The Trump supporter cast her first vote for a long-shot candidate who resonated with the American people and won the highest office in the country.

“I think it’s cool being able to vote and the person I voted for ended up winning,” Fusco said.

Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer Security officers salute as the presidential motorcade drivers to the inauguration ceremony on Jan. 20 in Washington D.C..

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Supporters ‘finally have an opportunity to celebrate’ Trump’s win

By Jordyn Hermani Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Susan Reneau hasn’t missed a presidential inauguration since Jan. 20, 1977, the day President Jimmy Carter placed his hand on his family’s Bible and took the oath of office.

On most years, Reneau comes dressed in casual clothes — a jacket, a hat, a pair of gloves.

On Friday, at the inauguration ceremony of President Donald Trump, she was decked out from head-to-toe in American flags, Trump pins and a vest she got from the Republican National Convention in Cleveland.

Reneau spent most of the morning wandering Union Square. She was joined by less than one million other attendees — many of them wowed by her patriotic glitz.

For Reneau, the inauguration represents a celebration of democracy. Trump’s inauguration was different: a time of joy punctuated by a sour aftertaste.

“Inaugurations are a joyful celebration of what America is and I am disgusted by the senators and representatives who have decided to sit out,” the Montana resident said. “It’s disrespectful to the office of the presidency. We (Republicans) didn’t sit out when Barack Hussein Obama was sworn into office.

“They’re absolutely acting juvenile.”

While many members of Congress tweeted or publicly spoke about not attending Trump’s big day, Michigan Congressmen John Moolenaar and Dan Kildee attended the event.

“It was an honor to witness the historic and peaceful transfer of power at the Capitol today,” Moolenaar, R, Midland, wrote in a press release.

“Best wishes to President Donald Trump and his family as he takes on the enormous responsibilities and duties as our nation’s president and commander in chief.”

Kildee also expressed congratulations to Trump “after a bitter and partisan campaign.”

The Flint democrat also participated in protests over the weekend.

“Like many, I have continued concerns with President Trump’s rhetoric and temperament,” Kildee wrote in a press release. “On Saturday, I will join thousands of Michiganders who are

marching on Washington to speak out against the reckless policies President Trump has already prioritized that would take our country in the wrong direction.

“My constituents want me to hold the new President and Republicans in Congress accountable. I intend to do so over the coming years.”

A FIRST FOR MANY Angie Stofko and Julie Strasser from Cincinnati said the growing divide between political ideologies made them want to attend the inauguration for the first time.

Strasser called members of Congress who didn’t attend “shameful and disrespectful.” She expressed distaste at those who did not “(want) to be a part of the American process.”

The pair have been Trump supporters since April 2016. They made the trek “to celebrate (the election) being over.”

“We’ve been beat up, called names and assaulted just for being Trump supporters. I feel like we finally have this opportunity to celebrate,” Stofko said. “It’s great to be able to say what we want to say with a group of people who think and feel the same way.”

Strasser is looking forward to a change in Washington.

“I’m tired of being politically correct. I’m tired of being persecuted for if you believe one way, it’s not the right way. Why can’t we all have our own beliefs and why should we be afraid to say what they are?” She said.

“Now, we finally have someone in office who says it’s OK to have beliefs and no one can beat you down for them.”

Change and vigorous nationalism were some of the ideas outlined in Trump’s inaugural address.

American isolationism struck a chord with Raleigh, North Carolina, native Shawn Welch.

As the owner of his own plumbing company, Welch said he supports Trump because he felt the businessman looked out for his own – namely, other business people.

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Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer Missoula, Montana resident Susan Campbell Reneau attends the inauguration ceremony for President Donald Trump on Jan. 20 in Washington D.C.

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Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer Missoula, Montana resident Susan Campbell Reneau talks about her hat while attending the inauguration ceremony for President Donald Trump on Jan. 20 in Washington D.C.

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he said. “In the next four years, I see this country turning around and I think there are some great things that are going to happen.”

Not all found Trump’s words endearing. Outside the barricaded entrances, hundreds of protesters flooded the streets chanting slogans like “No Trump, no KKK, no fascist USA” and “Black Lives Matter.”

Protests turned violent around noon, as police arrested nearly 100 people and pepper sprayed others.

Protesters like San Francisco native Melyssa Jo Kelly were loud with their chants, but otherwise peaceful. A self-described activist, Kelly has been attending inaugurations since the swearing in of Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer

A child watches the inauguration of President Donald Trump on Jan. 20 in Washington D.C.

former President John F. Kennedy and protesting since President Richard Nixon took office during the Vietnam War. Kelly believes there has been a rise in “pure, undiluted racism,” resulting in Trump’s election, which started with the myriad birther theories surrounding former President Barack Obama.

“We’re at a real turning point in history. Because the United States is such a world-dominating country, it’s not just our own domestic history but it affects the world,” she said. “This day is an international disgrace and it means we have to stand up and support each other.

“We have to show the world we will not let a fascist regime take over this country and go after vulnerable people. We will resist just like the French resisted the Nazis.”

I’ve covered many different events in my career as a journalist, but nothing as important as what I did this weekend.

Myself and eight other Central Michigan University journalism students were given the opportunity to cover the inauguration and the Women’s March on Washington in our nation’s capitol.

I would be remiss if I didn’t thank CMU journalism professor Teresa Hernandez and the Journalism Department for bringing me along on this trip. I am forever thankful.

As I type this column, I get chills from the experience to cover two moments that will go down in American history forever.

During the inauguration, I had the privilege of talking to people from all over the country.

I met a black couple from Atlanta who only attended the inauguration because they weren’t refunded for the hotel room they purchased when they thought Hillary Clinton was going to be the next president.

Even though they didn’t vote for Donald Trump, they were there — still supporting him because that’s what they believed was the right thing to do.

I met people from Boston, Florida, Tennessee, Alaska, California and many other places.

To see people drive countless hours and travel hundreds of miles, just to witness these moments, was a privilege.

I watched as protesters blocked the entrance of the inauguration and flooded the streets to oppose a man they feared didn’t have their best interests at heart.

It was truly an amazing experience. I thought I had seen it all.

Then, Saturday happened.

In all of the years that I have covered sporting events where it came down to the final shot, athletes breaking records, police stand offs and even the inauguration the day before, nothing compared to what I witnessed during the Women’s March.

It took us over two hours to get downtown from the train station — where the day before it had only taken us 45 minutes to an hour.

The trains were so packed, they had to shut down certain stops because of overcrowding.

You could barely move around once you were in the city. On every corner and every street as far as the eye could see, there were people marching together in solidarity — fighting for the rights of not just women, but people of color, the LG-

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BTQ+ community and other marginalized groups.

Everywhere you looked there was a woman, man and even children sporting the famous “pussy hats” in opposition to Trump’s remarks made on a bus years ago that surfaced during his campaign.

The protesters walked, rolled in wheelchairs and even walked on crunches — holding their signs high and shouting as loud as they could to show their distaste and tease the president.

To get a better view of just how many people were there, my colleague and I went to the top of a bridge and gazed at the sea of protesters and clever anti-Trump signs.

It was truly a sight to behold.

These protesters were not afraid to do or say what they felt. They argued with Evangelists who told them they would go to hell for their sins.

I stood right in the middle of a heated battle of words between the protesters and the Evangelists as each side yelled back at the other — almost coming close to fighting — in an attempt to have their voices heard.

Some of the protesters of same-sex couples even kissed in front of a sign that read “Homo Sex is a Sin.” The amount of support these protesters gave each other in the face of hatred was amazing.

It gave me goosebumps.

Not because it was a fierce protest — everyone has witnessed one of those — but because I was witnessing a moment that I would be able to tell my grandchildren about. I was witnessing a moment so powerful and so intense, it required me to take deep breaths to calm myself.

Not every journalist — especially students — got the chance to witness two impactful moments in America’s history, and I am humbled by that fact.

This trip opened my eyes to just how special journalism is.

Each person I interviewed, whether they were for Trump, a protester or just there because they wanted to witness it, had a unique story to tell.

I’m glad my colleagues and I were given the chance to tell their stories.

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Protesters block entrance points at Trump inauguration

By Greg Wickliffe Sports Editor news@cm-life.com

While Donald Trump was being sworn in as the 45th President of the United States, hundreds of protesters took to the streets in Washington, D.C. on Friday to oppose the new commander in chief.

Protesters from across the country marched together and blocked several entrance checkpoints to the 58th Inauguration, standing side-by-side, locked in arms, as people attempted to enter.

“The message we’re trying to send is that we’re not going to tolerate racism in the United States any longer,” said Rebecca Burton, 27, of Indiana.

“It’s not acceptable for people of color to be treated differently because of the color of their skin.”

She signed to join the protests weeks before the inauguration through the website disruptj20.org, which Burton said is supported by work of the D.C. Welcoming Committee. Its website said it was created to “build the framework needed for mass protests to shut down the inauguration of Donald Trump.”

As visitors attempted to enter through the Red Gate entrance, protesters could be heard chanting, “You wanted a wall, you got it,” as they stood in front of the entry.

Aside from chants, the protesters carried signs reading “Keep your laws off my body,” and “Trump is a fascist.”

The checkpoint near John Marshall Park was closed for an hour after protesters blocked the entrance point. Michaela Brown, 24, from Baltimore, was one of those responsible for shutting down the entry.

Brown said closing the checkpoint was more about control than keeping people out of the ceremony.

“We wanted to take a checkpoint and we did that. We shut it down,” she said. “It was about being ungovernable, holding space and taking control of what we can control. As long as we can

put our bodies on the line, we will.”

Once the entrance reopened and protesters moved toward the Red Gate — only giving standing room to ticket holders for Union Square access — a war of words ensued with Trump supporters.

“If you don’t like the country, you can just [expletive] leave!” shouted one Trump supporter as protesters marched past.

Many Trump supporters in attendance were disappointed because they believed the inauguration was a day for the peaceful transition of power.

They said the protest got in the way of that.

“For the most part, they’re freaking morons,” said Michael Jones, 47, of Naples, Florida. “They’re not protesters, they’re breaking the law. They are impeding on my rights. If you want to stand out here with a sign, that’s fine, but when you start blocking my way (to enter) as an American — you’re wrong, bottom line.”

Although protesters were blocking the entryway police stood out of their way — allowing them to protest freely. The police made a separate pathway for visitors to bypass the demonstrations, and still attend the ceremony.

“They’re exercising their First Amendment right,” said Lt. Seth Anderson of the Washington, D.C. Police Department. “There’s no reason to shut it down.”

Trump was sworn in to serve as the next president, despite the efforts of protesters. After the inauguration, Preston Gregg, 22, of Sarasota, Florida, walked down the streets twirling a Trump flag yelling, “Woo Hoo! He did it!”

Gregg said protests were unnecessary and would cause more harm than good. “(The protesters) don’t bother me whatsoever,” he said. “Protesting the inauguration adds to the division. I wasn’t out there protesting when Obama took office, and I cannot stand Obama. I just let it happen, so they just (need to) accept it and get over it.”

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People gather in the street to protest during the Jan. 21 Women’s March on Washington.

After two days of celebrating a new commander in chief, nearly 500,000 people took to the streets to deliver a very different message

By Kate Carlson Editor-in-Chief editor@cm-life.com

WASHINGTON — Hundreds of thousands of women of all ages, races and religions packed tightly into the streets of Washington D.C., sending a clear rebuke to newly inaugurated President Donald Trump.

The Women’s March on Washington, which started as a Facebook event following Trump’s election on Nov. 8, brought more than 500,000 people to the nation’s capital. The protest was so large that more than three city blocks were shut down in every direction from the march’s main base on Independence Avenue.

Marchers stormed Washington D.C. in a sea of pink hats and homemade signs, while others around the nation and globe marched in cities as varied as Lansing, Paris, France and Tokyo.

For Sarah Johnson, Jan. 21 wasn’t a march in the traditional sense. The Utah resident navigated the crowds in her wheelchair and was there to protest Trump’s dismissal of the Americans with Disabilities Act. “I’m concerned we’re going to see a lot of government regulations that make things for me possible go away,” Johnson said.

Because she grew up before the ADA was implemented, Johnson said she did not have equal access to education.

“I was put in a low reading class because the advanced reading class was on the second floor of my school and I couldn’t get there,” she said. “These are the kinds of things you see happening when you take (ADA) away.”

As a person with disabilities, Trump’s presidency is deeply troubling, but Johnson said it’s only one issue to be worried about in a long list of grievances.

Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer A woman speaks into a megaphone during the Women’s March on Washington on Jan. 21.

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A woman holds signs while protesting after the Women’s March on Washington on Jan. 21 in Washington D.C.

“Women like myself, we don’t have access to equal opportunity to employment, insurance rights — we end up staying in unhealthy, abusive relationships because it’s the only way we can get insurance,” she said. “This is a domestic violence issue, a women’s issue and a disabled issue.”

As for the atmosphere in Washington just one day after Trump took office, Johnson said the march was “amazing,” and everyone she met was supportive. She made extra “pussy hats,” the signature pink hat worn by many women who took part in the march, to give away to fellow activists.

Becky Payne wore the signature pink knit hat and stood on the sidelines of the march, holding a protest sign.

“This is important for solidarity and numbers — just to be visible,” Payne said. “I just think it’s

important for the current administration to see just how many people are unhappy and willing to not stop until things are better for everyone.”

Women from the metro D.C. area and out-ofstate banded together — waking up before dawn to make sure they could march. Metro rail and bus stations in Washington had to cancel stops throughout the morning due to overcrowding as protesters rushed to be part of the Women’s March movement.

Once there, the cavalcade spent the day showing the world how they felt about Trump in the oval office.

Central Michigan University professor Merlyn Mowrey said she sees the effects of “Trumpism” in her classroom.

“As a teacher, it concerns me,” Mowrey said. “I’ve

actually had a student say to me that every opinion is equally true and not being able to separate an opinion from a judgment based in analysis and fact.”

The philosophy and religion professor said “fake news” was around well before Trump ran for office, but it’s been heightened by his campaign strategies and policies.

A threat to the education system in America was also a reason Libya Doman hit the streets of D.C. to protest Trump’s presidency.

As an art teacher for predominately poor, Spanish-speaking elementary children, Doman said she is afraid for her students.

“I don’t know what the future looks like for them, especially with Trump’s choice (Betsy DeVos) for the secretary of education,” Doman said.

“She has no background in public education.”

Protestors chanted “dump Trump,” and “no justice, no peace,” but also narrowed in on calling out Trump’s cabinet picks like DeVos during the march.

Marchers focused on protesting issues that directly affect their demographic — including being disabled, black, Muslim, LGBTQ+ — but most supported each other in their distaste for Trump on multiple issues.

“I’m here because I’m against everything (Trump) stands for,” said Shandi Alexander, 42, of New York City. “I think he’s criminal and dangerous.”

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“I don’t know what to do, but (I) feel like this is the first step toward some type of action,” she said. “I don’t want this to be the end of our activism.”

The march was for women first but male allies for women’s rights also showed up on Saturday. Men young and old were seen holding signs and wearing the pink-pointed hats.

Raymond Kingfisher traveled to Washington to show his support, but also because of the fear that Trump would overturn decisions protecting the Standing Rock Indian Reserva-

tion from the North Dakota Access Pipeline.

“We’re water protectors,” Kingfisher said. “A lot of us go back and forth from Standing Rock and occupy that area for our future generations.”

Kingfisher is a Seattle resident and a member of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe. He said there is a real fear whether decisions made under former President Barack Obama to protect reservation land from the construction of the North Dakota Access Pipeline will be reversed in a Trump presidency.

“I’ve seen a lot of people that want to resist the presidency of Trump,” Kingfisher said. “I believe there is so much more support for his resistance, it’s evident of all the people here.”

Inauguration coverage Visit CM-Life.com for a video on the women’s march on Washington featuring commentary from protesters.

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WASHINGTON – While more than 500,000 people from around the nation turned out for the Women’s March on Washington, the protest also attracted its share of detractors — specifically from members of a West Coast street preacher outfit.

The Official Street Preachers staged one-man and group protests around the parade route Saturday.

Some members of the group interrupted the march’s conclusion near the Smithsonian Institution district on Independence Avenue.

The Los Angeles-based group was founded by part-time Evangelist Ruben Israel. They were the only protesters issuing a rebuke to women’s reproductive rights and the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage.

“Prepare 4 Judgment.” “Sin You’re Damned.” “Homo Sex is a Sin.” Other members held large signs with similar phrases. The posters denounced the LGBTQ community, Planned Parenthood and Black Lives Matter. They also issued ominous warnings over megaphones about “the end times” ahead.

“Repent, repent,” bellowed one preacher at the center of the march.

“When Satan wants to deceive us, he uses a woman.”

Israel and his crew held steadfast near the Smithsonian Castle. An assortment of Evangelists were peppered throughout the demonstration.

At each spot, the preachers were met with fierce opposition.

Others chose to disrupt their proselytizing by drowning out the brimstone din with feminist chants. The preachers became perturbed, and accused the marchers of “acting like teenagers.”

A few pro-life backers of President Donald Trump participated in the march, but most Trump supporters stayed on the sidelines, like Charles Brower of Pensacola, Florida. Brower wore a black Trump campaign hat atop his thin, white hair. He is a pro-life Christian who came to the capital to see Trump’s inauguration and attend the march to support other pro-lifers.

VIDEO: Pro-life activists clash with protesters at the Women’s March on Washington

Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer Protesters face off during the Women’s March on Washington Jan. 20 during the inauguration of President Donald Trump.

While he fundamentally disagrees with the march, Brower said he understands why some women would abhor Trump’s sexist and misogynistic rhetoric. He remained silent until two marchers allegedly “infringed” on a nearby missionary’s rights to free speech.

Brower argued loudly with a female activist. The activist didn’t pull her punches.

“We’re expressing the same free speech rights that he’s expressing,” she said. “I gave water to a man (who supported Trump) here because he was thirsty. What have you done to love these people here other than yell and put your hands on me?”

Brower responded, “You’re trying to deny his right to preach the Bible.”

Other clashes were less civil.

In the final hour of the march, a bustling and angry crowd grew around Israel’s outpost. They yelled

expletives, chants and insults. The preachers returned the favor. Tensions boiled over into face-to-face shouting matches.

D.C. police officers moved in to give the Evangelists room. A lesbian couple kissed deeply. A man in a Jesus Christ hoodie looked the other way.

Jordan Jean, a 20-year-old Howard University student, challenged an Evangelist on scripture and diversity. Jean is studying doctoral theology and works with Black Lives Matter.

He’s heard it all before.

“We’re the ones being targeted for being minorities day in and day out, and that’s (what) I’m trying to express to these people,” Jean said. “Yes some vicious words were said, and usually I get riled up over it, but that’s what they want. They want a response from us. They want someone to hit them so they have a news story that says Black Lives Matter and Brown Lives Matter

are violent people.”

After going toe-to-toe with each other for nearly an hour, the preachers packed up and left. The marchers followed suit, and set out on a different path.

Ben Solis | Managing Editor A group of marchers disrupt a protest staged by Official Street Preachers on Saturday, Jan. 21 at the Woman’s March on Washington in Washington D.C.

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...AND JUSTICE FOR ALL Transparency must improve, and racist, misogynist and polarizing rhetoric must cease. This is no longer a campaign — it’s American history.

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o matter what hat you wore this past weekend, Donald Trump is our president.

Trump took office Jan. 20 with the lowest approval rating in modern history. Central Michigan Life, along with many other news organizations, endorsed Hillary Clinton as the best candidate for president on the Nov. 8 ballot. Along with most major news organizations, we thought Clinton would be taking the oath of office Jan. 20.

A group of reporters from Central Michigan Life traveled to the nation’s capitol and spent the weekend covering the inauguration and Women’s March on Washington. Our staff covered the election, and we will continue to cover Trump’s presidency and how it affects the American people in a polarized nation.

We witnessed history firsthand as Capitol Hill slowly filled up with predominately white, enthusiastic Trump supporters from around the nation. We listened to them voice their opinions about how they felt their views were ignored by former President Barack Obama and his cabinet.

We were in the streets the following day.

We watched as hundreds of thousands of people banded together to protest Trump’s plan for America. Again we listened and documented their strong views and their

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real fears that Trump would take away their rights and move the country in the wrong direction when it comes to a woman’s right to choose, LGBTQ+ rights and climate change.

We want a peaceful transition of power.

We believe it is up to everyone, however, to not stand silently if basic rights are legislated away from American citizens.

If President Trump turns a blind eye to the hundreds of thousands of people who marched through the Washington streets — and the millions of people in almost every state and on every continent who protested against his rise to power — our democratic system will be damaged.

So, President Trump, we demand you listen to the millions who want to be a part of this “new America” you proposed in your inaugural address.

We want to make sure everybody is a part of that new nation including those who fear your reign and the misogynistic, racist, inflammatory rhetoric echoed by your supporters.

We demand you work to lower the cost of higher education and make college affordability a priority, which was one of Clinton’s stronger platforms while campaigning. As young people work to better themselves and become active members of society, barriers to knowledge must be broken down.

Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer Protestors march during the “Women’s March on Washington” on Jan. 21 in Washington D.C.

You must work with states to lower the cost of tuition. The job market isn’t opening up in manufacturing jobs — we need graduates with STEM and computer science experience. This means people need a college education.

You must maintain positive foreign affairs and make sure immigrants can legally gain citizenship. It is of utmost importance. The world is watching America right now. Everything that happens has global implications.

We must work together with other countries on more than just trade — with more than an “America first” mindset. Maintaining positive relations with others is necessary and will only

benefit us in the long run. There is no reason to shut out those who choose to move here or shut out other countries.

You must not let the health of the planet take a backseat in your presidency. If ignored, your indifference on the environment will have negative effects on the health of every future generation. That will be part of your presidential legacy.

Global warming is scientifically proven, and we must act now to make sure we do everything we can to clamp down on big businesses that pollute the environment. Resources must be dedicated toward renewable energy and environmentally friendly alternatives to

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Racist, misogynist and polarizing rhetoric must cease. This is no longer a campaign. This is a presidency.

If we accept your presidency, you must, in turn, realize your duty as commander in chief is to keep the interests of every American citizen in mind.

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Chelsea Grobelny | Freelance Photographer Protestors hold a banner from a tree during the Women’s March on Washington on Jan. 21 in Washington, D.C.

Number of protesters at Women’s March in Washington a humbling sight to behold Over the weekend, I had the unique opportunity to watch history unfold.

Through the generosity of the Journalism Department, I was able to meet a woman who participated in the first ever Women’s March on Washington D.C. — holding her daughter in a backpack.

I met an activist who was at the inauguration of John F. Kennedy and protested Richard Nixon. I met a plumber who told me Donald Trump was going to be the man who saved this country. I met veteran journalists who talked to me about their trade and their thoughts for the next four years.

It was only made possible when several other students and I traveled to Washington D.C. to watch and report on both President Donald Trump’s inauguration and the Women’s March on Washington.

If you haven’t seen our coverage on it, you should check it out.

Outside of the self-promotion of my and my colleagues’ work, being in D.C. during a historic weekend was something to behold. While I am referencing the inauguration with that statement, I’m also talking about the Women’s March.

A reported 2.9 million people marched in cities around the United States. Nearly 410 marches were reported in the country, with another 168 marches being held abroad and on all seven continents. This makes the march the largest, single-day march in American history.

And I was there.

I was able to say I stood at the site of the

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Women’s March, taking photos and videos and helping to report on the events in the capital. I met and interviewed men and women of different ages, ethnicities, abilities, professions, sexual orientations, religions and more on one topic that unified them all in one place for a day.

The photos I took and the video I shot will stay on my phone and social media for a long time. The feeling of seeing a half of a million people descend en masse, meeting women who marched for some of the privileges I have today, inspired something in me I’m not sure I can name. Humility? Awe? To sum it up: thank you. Thank you to the university and the department for affording me this privilege. Thank you to professor Teresa Hernandez and our paper’s adviser Dave Clark. Most importantly — thank you marchers.

Thank you for showing me that as a journalist, we have much work to do in the next four to eight years. As a student, I still have a lot of learning to do before I get there. And as a woman, I have a support network capable of making history with their actions.

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A crowd gathers during the Women’s March On Lansing on Jan. 21 in front of the Michigan Capitol Building.

Women’s March On Lansing draws 8,000 people

By Evan Sasiela News Editor news@cm-life.com

LANSING — Nearly 8,000 people crowded in front of the Michigan Capitol Building on Saturday — some backed up across the street and others on rooftops.

“Yes we can,” they chanted. “Yes we will.”

The Women’s March on Lansing at 1 p.m.

Saturday was organized to coincide with the Women’s March On Washington in the nation’s capitol. The website for the march states the goal was to be “a peaceful demonstration in opposition to the wave of hate crimes and violence, and threats of official discrimination that have proliferated following the election.”

Michigan Capitol Facilities estimated 8,000 people attended.

“I expected a lot of people but there’s way more here than I thought would be,” said Anna Salinas, a Grand Rapids senior and Central Michigan University student. “Everyone’s chanting, shouting and singing together. It’s great to see a whole community coming together to fight for what they believe in and what they think is right.”

President Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 45th president of the United States Friday. Gretchen Whitmer, a candidate for the 2018 Michigan gubernatorial election, gave an opening speech and said the number of people at the Women’s March on Washington was double the attendance for President Trump’s inauguration.

Whitmer referenced former First Lady Michelle Obama’s speech at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia in July when Obama said of bullies, “When they go low, we go high.”

“We can start right here in Michigan to show

the world what our country should look like,” Whitmer said.

She wants to improve Michigan and said the 2016 election was important in recognizing the suffering across the state. Whitmer said too many Michiganders have paid the price for failed leadership.

“We will be a state that puts our people first,” Whitmer said.

She said Saturday’s march was a wake-up call for Michigan and recommended plans of action for those in attendance: make advocacy intersectional, talk to neighbors and weigh in on her platform.

“We cannot take anything or anyone for granted,” she said.

Whitmer was followed by a lineup of speakers including Lavonia Perryman, who received her Master’s degree in institutional education from CMU. Perryman, who supported and worked for Hillary Clinton on her campaign, said the day follow-

ing the election was the most painful experience she ever had. She said the Women’s March On Lansing “got her going again.”

“We’ve got to make a difference today,” Perryman said.

Several CMU students were on-hand, including Salinas and five others who are a part of the social work program. They traveled to Lansing to attend an advocacy event for their class, Social Work 450: Social Welfare Policies and Services II. “I gained a lot of hope today,” Alpena senior Lindsey Daoust said. “My biggest takeaway is that I’m not alone and I’m not the only one that’s scared out of their mind and angry. This is the best thing I’ve been to in a long time and I really needed it.”

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Binge Yan | Staff Photographer A young girls holds a sign during the Jan. 21 Women’s March On Lansing.

Women’s March on Lansing

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CMU alumna Jessica Lumbrevas speaks during the Jan. 21 Women’s March On Lansing.

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Brown were among those who took the podium.

Jessica Lumbreras, a 2010 CMU alumna and Planned Parenthood advocate, also spoke. Among the topics the speakers promoted was equality and accessibility to reproductive health care.

The rally also included a performance from the Sistrum Women’s Choir.

Mount Pleasant senior Chris Yoder made the decision at 12:30 p.m. Saturday to head to the March on Lansing. He was shocked to see the thousands of people in front of the Capitol building when he arrived an hour later.

Yoder hopes Trump will do well in his term but said his cabinet picks have him worried. He said the key will be keeping Trump honest with himself and making sure he represents the people.

“The people here are not alone,” Yoder said.

“We definitely need to keep fighting and it’s very uplifting to see how many people actually believe in equal rights.”

Education was a theme of the march — as Whitmer and Brown were among those who spoke against Betsy DeVos, Trump’s pick for secretary of education.

Mount Pleasant residents Matt and Jonnie Taton

both have about 50 years of education experience.

Matt is currently a teacher at Mount Pleasant Public Schools, while Jonnie is a doctoral student at CMU. Both were at the march after original plans to travel to Washington, D.C. did not materialize, Matt said. Arriving Saturday morning, the two were surprised to turn around during the rally and see people standing across the street.

Matt said “things are going to happen quickly” under the Trump administration, and people need to contact their representatives and senators and get out and vote.

“We’re standing in solidarity for women’s rights, civil rights, human’s rights and maintaining (the overlap of social identities) and making sure all our voices are heard,” Jonnie said.

The event was followed by the Women Organize Michigan Summit, part of a group of summits that “address and further progressive causes that matter most to women,” according to its website. The crowd slimmed from the march to the summit.

Stockbridge senior Shelby Scutchfield, one of the social work students, said America is divided. She said seeing the crowd in front of the state Capitol building on Saturday helped everyone come together. Her classmate, Adrian senior Megan Bartenslager, agreed.

“It’s really refreshing to see how many people came out to this,” Bartenslager said. “I think this is a step in the right direction and hopefully in the future we can find that common ground.”

Binge Yan | Staff Photographer Attendees at the Jan. 21 Women’s March On Lansing sit and listen to a speaker.

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Inauguration brings excitement, fear to student body

By Brianne Twiddy News Editor news@cm-life.com

While President Donald Trump was taking the Oath of Office, “Black Lives Matter” signs were being raised high as about 50 Central Michigan University students gathered to participate in a Not Our President protest at the Fabiano Botanical Gardens.

These are the people Temperance sophomore Sarah Jeffrey considers “crybabies.”

As Barack Obama ended his final term as commander in chief and President Trump was inaugurated, many students spent Friday in celebration — and in mourning.

“People think their opinion is the only right one. (Those kinds of people are) closed-minded in their opinions and in the realm of life,” said Jeffrey, who is the first vice president of CMU College Republicans. “I think our generation has become a bunch of crybabies and that if you don’t get your way, you’ll cry about it until you do.”

Claiming Trump is not your president is “childish,” she said. Those who follow politics and “not just what the media says about politics” would see he’s retracted some of the comments he made on the campaign trail.

“Some of the things he said while campaigning were very radical. He wanted to get people’s attention to make them realize you don’t just need another politician who will play by the books,” she said. “He wants to make our country strong again.

Make us a force to be reckoned with again. (I feel as though) in the last eight years, more countries have been looking at America as a joke.”

Mount Pleasant sophomore Patrick Kemmerling recalls hearing “he’s not my president” from conservatives when Barack Obama was elected in 2008 and 2012. He said there were even conspiracy theories surrounding Obama’s religion and birthplace after the election. It’s not fair to consider Friday’s protesters “crybabies” for raising questions about President Trump.

“I don’t think we’re more sensitive than other generations. Some of the things our generation is doing is incredible,” he said. “Some of us are working three jobs to pay for school or taking care of other people in their lives. I don’t see that as being part of a cry baby generation.”

Throughout the campaign, Trump has shown “no desire” to be a president for minorities, Kemmerling said. While he doesn’t fit any demographic that might have a reason to be afraid of Trump’s presidency, Kemmerling is worried what the future holds for his friends of color, who are women or are in the LGBTQ+ community. The “Not Our President” protests doesn’t mean liter-

Madeline Tunison | Freelance Photographer Detroit senior Saceila Gonzalez speaks at the Black Lives Matter “Not My President” rally on Jan. 20 in front of the Fabiano Botanical Gardens.

ally refusing to accept the election results. The protests show solidarity to those afraid of what the future now holds.

“If that’s how people can come together to feel safe, I think that’s great,” Kemmerling said. “It’s a right granted to us. Same as how the Nov. 15 Stop Hate protest was branded as an anti-Trump protest when that’s not what it was. And neither was (the Not Our President protest).”

On election night, Kemmerling and his friends watched what had been expected to be an easy win for democratic candidate Hillary Clinton change as states suddenly began to turn overwhelmingly red. He said he felt the fears of his friends in minority groups become real.

On inauguration day, Kemmerling decided to read the transcriptions of Trump’s speech instead of watching live streams. He said this allowed him to look at it more objectively. “(What will happen is) an unknown thing right now. If he really sticks to what he promised

in his campaign, there will continue to be a lot of fear,” Kemmerling said. “If he softens on his stances when he gets into office, like some people say he will, then it’ll be fine.”

Trump wasn’t the candidate of choice of College Republicans President Mackenzie Flynn.

In September 2015, the Clio junior traveled to Mackinac Island to meet and support her original candidate, John Kasich, Republican candidate and the governor of Ohio.

On Friday, Flynn had plans to travel to Bay City to celebrate with the Bay County Republicans at an inauguration party. The plan fell through because she had to work, but Flynn said she was glad to see the campaign season come to an end.

“It’s exciting. We’ve been following the presidential election since June 2015,” Flynn said. “It’s been a long process. A lot of us spent time supporting our nominees and campaigning. It’s nice to see it finally come to a conclusion.”

She said despite Trump saying things she “didn’t really support,” in the end, politics is choosing a nominee your views align with the most. When it came to the 2016 election, Trump’s views aligned more with hers than Clinton’s did, she said.

The election had highlighted the political polarization between her friend group, something she had never felt in the past. She said while she hadn’t experienced personal insults, she was asked if she believes in human rights.

However, Flynn said she believes once Trump is president and post-election anxieties subside, things will quiet down. “(In regards to protests), ultimately everyone has the right to express themselves how they choose,” Flynn said. “But we have a system where a president is elected in a certain way, and we have to respect that system. Trump won fairly, and I think we need to have a united front at this point.”

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CMU alumna performs at Obama’s departure ceremony

By Cala James Staff Reporter news@cm-life.com

Central Michigan University alumna Brooke Emery began her professional music career at the university — mastering the clarinet for her undergraduate education.

Since graduating in 2001, Emery has become well-established in the performing arts industry.

Emery is now playing her woodwind instrument with the United States Premier Band in Washington, D.C., and performed at former President Barack Obama’s departure ceremony on Jan. 20, Inauguration Day. The premier band clarinetist discussed her experiences and the value of her CMU education with Central Michigan Life.

CM Life: When did you discover your interest in playing the clarinet?

EMERY: I began playing the clarinet when I was in seventh grade at West Intermediate School in Mount Pleasant. My teacher, Lynnada McNabb, was a clarinetist and CMU School of Music graduate. She instilled a love of music and inspired me to be quite disciplined in my dedication to the instrument.

When did you become a member of the U.S. Air Force?

I auditioned for the band while completing my Master’s Degree at the University of Cincinnati in 2003. My job is a Permanent Duty Assignment, which means I will be assigned to the U.S. Air Force Band in Washington D.C. for my entire career.

Has the U.S. Air Force Band always been something you had hoped to be involved in?

I had not seen military service as part of my future when I was growing up or during my time in college. However, as it became time for me to look for employment, the military bands became very appealing. Now I am nearly 14 years into my career, and I have no regrets. It is a wonderful thing to be able to work

as a musician and serve my country, honor our veterans, inspire people to a heightened sense of patriotism and impact our country’s global relationships in a positive way. It’s pretty amazing what the band can do in all of those areas.

What is it like to be a part of the U.S. Air Force Band?

What I love about serving in the band is that our job is constantly changing. I am a member of the Concert Band, which is the largest of the six groups (the air force calls them “flights”) in the Air Force Band. I am primarily involved in many large-scale public outreach events. We play concerts all over the country during our tours twice a year — connecting people with the military who may not otherwise have a connection. In the summer we play several concerts at various landmarks in (Washington D.C.), including the Capitol building itself.

We also produce numerous recordings and we frequently augment the mission of our Ceremonial Brass by playing at funerals in Arlington National Cemetery — laying to rest our fallen heroes. Large-scale events like state funerals, inaugurations, and White House arrival ceremonies for foreign dignitaries pull members from every group together as one to accomplish the mission.

What does it mean to you to be able to play during Obama’s departure ceremony?

It is a huge honor. At these events, the band and Honor Guard are there representing the excellence of the 680,000 active duty, guard and reserve airmen serving all across the globe. To be able to stand in representation of them at these highprofile functions is deeply humbling and gives the job a great sense of purpose.

Are you a Trump supporter?

And does that impact you as a member of the air force band?

I will answer these two questions with one statement: Though each of us in the military hold our own personal political viewpoints, once we put on the uniform, we in the band

Courtesy Photo | Brooke Emery Brooke Emery plays the clarinet during a flash mob performance, Nov. 29, 2016, at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C.

are just like the rest of the 680,000 (people in duty) we represent. We have taken an oath to serve whomever the American people elect. The inauguration is an event our service has participated in for many years — way back before we were the Air Force. I have been honored to march in the past three inaugural parades and will be honored to participate in the inaugural events of this week — as well as President Obama’s departure ceremony. The honor I feel will be (in) knowing I am representing the excellence, service and integrity of my fellow service members.

Which professors do you remember the most?

I have fond memories of the wonderful professors in the music department — (especially) my teacher, Dr. Kennen White.

He was certainly the most influential mentor during my time there. He was such a champion for me — seeking out opportunities and consistently providing sound advice, while still expecting me to chart my own course. He was a role model for

me when it comes to professional behavior as well. When I attempt to resolve conflicts, especially when I am playing chamber music with a small group of individuals, I often wonder what he would do and try to emulate that — even 15 years after graduating. Aside from that, he is just an absolutely stunning musician.

CMU is so lucky to have him on their faculty.

What are some of your hobbies?

I am an avid reader. The latest book I finished yesterday was “Station Eleven” by Emily St. John Mandel, a really fascinating (book) imagining what the world would look like after a global pandemic, seen through the eyes of actors and musicians.

I’m also a runner. I have completed several marathons and love yoga as well. I have three children, Norah, 10, Leroy, 7, and Marlo, 5, so I have less time for hobbies than I used to.

What made you choose CMU for your education?

CMU has an excellent music education program, and though I ended

up in the field of music performance, my undergraduate degree is in education. I love teaching and thought CMU would provide the highest quality training for that pursuit.

In what ways did CMU prepare you for your after-college life?

My collegiate undergraduate years were some of the most challenging times of my life when it came to time management. Like many students at CMU, I took a full-class load and worked a part-time job all the way through college. At the same time, my instructors in the music department were really wonderful about pushing me hard and pressing me to seek as many performance (and) teaching opportunities as I possibly could — both inside and outside the confines of CMU. At the time the balance often seemed impossible, but I often reflect on how grateful I am that I did that. As I moved forward on to my Master’s program at the University of Cincinnati, and then into the Air Force, it became clear to me that the experience (at CMU) often gave me an advantage.

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Keene’s historic performance leads CMU to second MAC win

By Kullen Logsdon Staff Reporter sports@cm-life.com

After head coach Keno Davis was ejected from the game for his second technical foul, the Central Michigan men’s basketball team appeared to be in trouble on Saturday against Miami (Ohio) with 13:22 remaining.

That was until the nation’s leading scorer took over.

Marcus Keene, who had only 11 points in the first half, returned from the bench with three fouls and a renewed mindset.

“I just stayed composed and confident. When I got back in, I just kept going,” Keene said.

MVP chants echoed through McGuirk Arena as the 2,708 fans

in attendance watched the topscoring performance of the season.

Keene scored 26 straight points over a seven-minute span and proceeded to drop a career-high 50 points in the game to lead CMU to a 101-92 win over the RedHawks.

“This was big for us and the team,” Keene said. “To score 50 points in a college basketball game — that’s any players dream. I accomplished that (dream) and it feels good. I was just hot today and my teammates found me.”

The 5-foot-9 junior guard finished 15-of-23 shooting and 10-of-15 on 3-pointers. It was the first 50-point Division I scoring performance since 2013, according to ESPN. It was also a McGuirk Arena record and the second highest scoring game in CMU history.

Davis was ejected early in the second half after he argued a foul call on Keene.

“When you face some adversity, you either come together or you split apart,” he said. “Obviously we came together in that situation.”

Junior forward DaRohn Scott was key on the defensive end Saturday with four blocks. Keene said the sky is the limit for the Chippewas when they get that kind of “output from their big man.” “(Scott) was locked in at pre game and he was locked in at practice,” Keene said. “He worked hard on the defensive end so we rewarded him on the offensive end.”

The Chippewas are now 12-7 and 2-4 in the MAC. CMU will host Bowling Green (8-11, 2-4) at 7 p.m. Tuesday.

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Courtesy Photo | Shane Morris

Former Michigan quarterback to transfer to CMU

By Kullen Logsdon Staff Reporter sports@cm-life.com

Central Michigan football will reportedly add another quarterback to its roster for the 2017 season with the addition of former Michigan quarterback Shane Morris.

On Saturday afternoon, Morris announced on Twitter he is joining the program. He announced his plans to transfer from U-M last month.

Morris will graduate from U-M in May and have one year of eligibility left after redshirting in 2015.

Morris will compete with returning quarterbacks Jake Johnson, Tommy Lazzaro and Tony Poljan to replace Cooper Rush, who graduated

in December.

The 6-foot-4 Warren native, played at Warren De La Salle High school and was an ESPN 300 prospect nationally his senior year. Morris committed to the Wolverines his sophomore year.

His former head coach at WDLS, Paul Verska, is the current director of high school relations for the CMU football team.

Morris started three career games at Michigan and threw for 474 yards and four interceptions.

The Chippewas are likely to return all five of its starting offensive lineman, its top two wide receivers and three of its top four running backs from the 2016 season.

Former CMU running back Thomas Rawls came from U-M in 2014. Rawls ran for 1,103 yards and 10 touchdowns that season.

After finishing its 2016 season 6-7 overall and 3-5 in the Mid-American Conference, the Central Michigan football team unveiled its 2017 opponents Friday.

The Chippewas will welcome MAC rivals Eastern Michigan, Northern Illinois, Toledo and Miami (Ohio) to Kelly/Shorts Stadium as four of its five home games of the season.

Dates and kickoff times have not yet been announced.

CMU’s season opener

is scheduled for Aug. 31 at home against Colonial Athletic Association foe Rhode Island. The Rams finished their 2016 season 2-9 overall and 1-7 in the CAA. CMU is slated to play away games against Kansas on Sept.

9, Syracuse on Sept.

16 and Boston College on Sept. 30.

Head Coach John Bonamego will enter his third year at CMU while former Michigan players Nick Sheridan and Marcus Knight will

begin their first season on the coaching staff.

Sheridan, a former Michigan quarterback from 2006-09 was hired

by Bonamego as the Chippewas’ new running backs coach. Knight, who helped the Wolverines to a national championship in 1997 and a Rose Bowl victory in 1998, will start his first year at CMU as the wide receivers coach to complete the staff for the 2017 season.

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QUARTERBACK RUSH THROWS FOR 94 YARDS IN EAST-WEST SHRINE GAME Though his team was unable to score a touchdown, Central Michigan quarterback Cooper Rush completed 11-of-17 passes for 94 yards in Saturday’s EastWest Shrine game at Tropicana Field.

Louisiana-Lafayette runningback Eli McGuire scored the only touchdown of the game on an 18-yard run at the start of the fourth quarter to break a 3-3 tie and give the West a lead. A late drive by the East team fell short,

sealing a 10-3 victory for the West.

Saturday’s game was the lowest scoring matchup since the East won 14-6 in 1992.

Prior to the Shrine game, Rush played his last college football game against the University of Tulsa at the 2016 Miami Beach Bowl on December 19. The Chippewas fell 55-10 to the Golden Hurricane, ending their season at a 6-7 overall record.

Rush finished his season at CMU with

12,883 passing yards — 22 yards short of breaking former Chippewa Dan LeFevour’s Mid-American Conference record of 12,905 career passing yards.

The 6-foot-3, 227-pounder threw for 75 touchdowns in his last three seasons at CMU, but failed to complete 60 percent of his passes in the 2016 season.

- McKenzie Sanderson, Assistant Sports Editor

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