THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2016 www.easternprogress.com Independent student publication of Eastern Kentucky University since 1922
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Parking and traffic disrupted by Martin razing By LEXI WALTERS alexia_walters29@mymail.eku.edu
204 PARKING SPOTS LOST; HANDICAPPED SPOTS MOVED TO UNIVERSITY DR. The razing of Martin Hall, which began Feb. 8, has caused temporary disruptions with campus parking and living. Universities officials ask for patience during this time as solutions to problems are being resolved.
Parking
Parking changes are just a growing pain associated with the changes of campus, said Mark Jozefowicz, Director of Parking and Transportation. The campus community can expect to see many changes associated with parking during this busy time, he said. With the closing of the Martin and Keith lots, 204 spaces have been relocated to the front portion of the Lancaster Lot. The lot is not always filled to capacity, Jozefowicz said, which is why it was chosen for a faculty and staff parking relocation. As for the loss of the large section of handicap parking spots, seven handicap spots have been added on University Drive in front of the Moore Building, Jozefowicz said. The campus community can expect
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COURTESY OF EKU
EKU donations on the rise By EMILY VINSON progress@eku.edu
By now, most students have noticed the constant construction projects happening across campus. However, what some don’t realize is that many of these revitalization efforts are the direct result of donations to the university. Donations to Eastern have risen steadily in recent months. The first half of this fiscal year the university hauled in its best numbers since 1998, bringing $3.2 million in donations. Donations range anywhere from small and large monetary gifts to specific items. Nick Perlick, Vice President of development and alumni relations, said philanthropy will not replace the general restrictive budget of the university, but it can have an impact on specific projects. The university’s ambitious revitalization project has different sources of funding, and philanthropic gifts are one of these. Gifts are often earmarked specifically for some of these efforts, including EKU’s new gateway known as Turner Gate, donated by Craig and Madonna Turner because of their interest in campus beautification. The recently constructed Noel Reading Porch, attached to the Crabbe Library, was also a donor-funded project. Development and Alumni Rela-
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Phishing scammers hooking unsuspecting students By KATELYN FRALEY progress@eku.edu
COURTESY OF EKU
Couple donates $1 million for EKU student programs By EMILY VINSON progress@eku.edu
A Louisville couple made a significant donation toward Eastern’s fundraising efforts last week: a $1 million package that includes money for a variety of academic and student programs. Maribeth and Louis Berman vowed to support EKU by donating to a series of university and student projects that will be chosen with consideration from EKU administrators and other university leaders. Their gift will contribute to the university’s annual fund and also includes the donation of a twin-engine plane to EKU’s Aviation program. The Bermans have supported EKU in the past through gifts to the Model Laboratory School and the Colonel Club, which supports EKU athletics. Maribeth, who attended Model School and graduated with a public relations degree from EKU in 1992, currently serves as vice chair of the EKU Foundation Board
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Both faculty and students have been the recent target of an ongoing phishing email scam as several fake emails have been sent to campus accounts from hackers. The IT Department recently reported that these emails were sent with subject lines including “Helpdesk” or “Warning!!!” originating from compromised student accounts. When opened, these emails state that “Your EKU mailbox has exceeded its storage limit,” or, “Your mail box can no longer send messages." Then it asks you to re-validate the account and fill out ‘necessary mailbox requirements’ by clicking on a link to an outside website. Recipients who click on these links are then vulnerable to viruses and spyware, and the account will be hijacked and used to send out spam/ phishing emails. These emails appear to be sent from an eku.edu website, according to an email sent out by the IT Department. However, if you hover over the l i n k with a mouse, you will see the link target is ekumd.jimdo.com which is clearly not an eku.edu website (if you are viewing email on a mobile device, press and hold a link–but do not tap–in order to see the target).
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The Eastern Progress, Thursday, Feburary 11, 2016
CAMPUS BRIEFS
POLICE BEAT Feb. 2 A resident reported he lost his wallet in the Powell Building.
March for Higher Education
a person broke into his truck-mounted toolbox, broke his fishing rod and stole multiple tools.
Feb. 3
Feb. 8
An anonymous tip from the LiveSafe app led to an 18-year-old student being cited for buying/possessing drug paraphernalia at 10:25 a.m., in the Keene Lot.
A 57-year-old student from Burnside was cited for alcohol intoxication at 11:37 p.m., in front of the Whitlock Building. He was transported to the Madison County Detention Center.
Feb. 5 A resident reported
“We are here for higher educations of all fields and departments, and to protest the pernicious budget cuts.” Katherine Summerfield and Emily Ferguson have expressed their opinion by hosting a March for Education event at 9 a.m., Monday, Feb. 29, at the Capitol Building in Frankfort. “This is our chance to use our voices to tell Matt Bevin that we don’t support his budget cuts and what they will do to our universities and our education,” the group said on the event’s Facebook page said. “We hope to get as many people from many different departments
and universities to join us on our peaceful protest in Frankfort. Please wear something that represents your college and your department if you can. Let’s show the Kentucky legislature that we as college students have the insight to see how bad this will be for Kentucky, and they should too.” Summerfield and Ferguson are encouraging people who want to join in the march to make signs and bring their friends and family. They also have organized a carpooling system for people who want to go but don’t want to make the trip.
Mummies take over Center for the Arts A funk/R&B band based out of Nashville will be performing at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 11, at the EKU Center for the Arts. Here Come the Mummies feature their musical talents while dressed as mummies.
Johnny Conqueroo, a rock band from Lexington, is the opening act. Their music is consider to be a mix of old blues and psychedelic rock. Tickets are still available, and there are discounted tickets for groups of 10 or more.
Slave story teller speaks at Brown Bag discussion EKU Libraries is hosting a Brown Bag Discussion at 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 11, in the Grand Reading Room of the Main Library. Elizabeth Lawsonis will portray Charlotte Dupey, a slave who sued Henry Clay for her freedom in 1825. People who plan to attend are encouraged to bring a lunch. Beverages and desserts will be provided. This is the first of three Brown Bags events to be held this semester. The other events will be held March 24 and April 28.
THE COLONEL’S CALENDAR
THE COLONEL’S CALENDAR Week of Nov. 13 – Nov. 19 Week of Feb. 11 – Feb. 17
THURSDAY 12:30 p.m. Brown Bag Discussion: Storyteller Main Library 7:30 p.m. Here Come the Mummies EKU Center for the Arts
FRIDAY
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2 p.m. Men’s Basketball vs. Tennessee State University Richmond 3 p.m. Mummenschanz EKU Center for the Arts 4 p.m. Women’s Basketball vs. Tennessee State University Richmond
Valentine’s Day
8:30 a.m. Colonel’s Cupboard Volunteering Powell Building
4 p.m. Women’s Tennis vs. Lincoln Memorial University Richmond
3 p.m. “Birth of Cool” Performance Brock Auditorium
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WEDNESDAY 12:20 p.m. Exploring Careers and Selecting a Major Whitlock Building, Room 460 5:30 p.m. Women’s Basketball Jacksonville State University
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RAs will have roommates beginning next semester By NOENA ZERNA progress@eku.edu
One of the perks of being an RA (resident assistant)—namely, having a complimentary room to oneself— will go away next semester as the university scrambles to find room for students with Martin Hall being torn down and a new dorm being built. Beginning fall of 2016, RAs will be required to share their dorm room with another student, meaning they too will have roommates. Jillian Faith, assistant director for residence life, said the changes will affect all RAs on campus, including Greek floor leaders. Aside from the roommate change, the benefits RAs receive will now otherwise remain the same: They’ll still receive free housing, a stipend and the ability to work at the front desk of residence halls. RAs also will have the ability to choose their roommates, and see a $500 increase to their stipend. Those RAs who do take on a roommate will also receive an additional $500 per semester to their stipends. “We want our staff to love where
they work,” Faith said. April Barnes, assistant dean of students, said the changes are necessary because the university’s residence halls are full. She said she wants every student to have the opportunity to live on campus, which compelled housing to find extra space. “To make this decision we took into consideration what other schools around the nation were doing,” Barnes said. “We want to reflect our mission statement and enhance every student’s experience.” For now, Barnes said the changes will be implemented essentially as a pilot study, meaning that housing will gauge how the process goes and determine whether to continue to use it down the line. Faith reiterated that the changes were dictated by the university’s shortage of space, not owed to budgetary reasons. “This decision was definitely not a decision based on saving money,” Faith said. As word of the changes to the RA policy spread across campus, Barnes and Faith said they have not seen a decrease of applicants. “We have had 224 applications, the highest we have ever had,” Faith
PHISHING FROM PAGE 1
Hackers may ask for personal identifiable information, including passwords or banking information. The IT Department notes that "IT@eku (or any other reputable organization/company) will never request passwords or other personal information via email" Marlow said. Messages requesting such information are fraudulent and should be deleted. The IT Department receives various
complaints regarding various phishing scams, and offers the following advice for users: • If there is a questionable email, do not click on any links. Instead, report it to spam@eku.edu. • Do not reply or provide your personal information. The department will never request sensitive information via email. • If it seems like a suspicious email, hover the mouse over the link. If it’s fake, an address that is unaffiliated with EKU will appear. • All official IT notices contain the Keen Johnson logo at the bottom of the
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to see portions of the Brockton Resident Lot and Madison Lot opened up in the near future once the fencing is prepared and put into place. The target date for these changes is Feb. 18, said Kristi Middleton, Chief External Affairs Officer. The Brockton Lot, located behind the New Science Building, will be rezoned for residential and commuter parking, Middleton said. Additional parking for commuters and residents is also available in the Ashland and Perkins Lot. Some students have expressed concern about parking so far away from their dorms, but Middleton said the lots are a good choice for students who don’t want to move their car during the week. Middleton added that the shuttles will be operating normally on campus, but there will be a re-evaluation of how the shuttles work and how they are being used. There could also be adjustments based on it’s usage in general in the coming weeks.
Housing
said. Barnes and Faith also said they believe the change will be beneficial for both RAs and their roommates. Those rooming with RAs will have a great network of support and will get to know the housing staff and staff leaders. “This could be a really cool thing,” Barnes said. “Schools where RAs and residents live together have higher retention rates and [an improved] experience.” However, that doesn’t mean all RAs are on board. Some RAs said they’re not sure how the roommate change will unfold, particularly if they find themselves in a position where they have to discipline their own roommates. If that comes up, Faith said she hopes RAs will have a conversation with their roommates about the rules and to likewise hold them accountable. If RAs need somewhere to talk in privacy, Barnes said housing is looking to identify other areas of the residence halls to use as special offices to privately meet with their residents.
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Sundance-winning documentary to be screened at Model By JULIA DAKE progress@eku.edu
On Monday, Feb.15, Model Laboratory School will host two screenings of the film Most Likely to Succeed, a documentary that attempts to change the way educational practices are accepted in the United States. Most Likely to Succeed argues that traditional K-12 schooling methods inhibit creativity, and its up to educational institutions to prepare their students for the 21st century. At the Sundance Film Festival, Most Likely to Succeed was shown a total of nine times, breaking the record for most-screened film. Though Model has to pay $350 each time the film is played, they received a grant that cut the showing price in half. Sarah Shaffer, curriculum coordinator at Model Laboratory School, said that after viewing parts of Most Likely to Succeed at a leadership conference, she and two others decided that they had to show it. “The current educational system minimalizes creativity and doesn’t allow students to think differently," Shaffer said. Shaffer also points out that 65 percent of careers that will be available to students haven’t even been created yet, prompting the need for out-of-the-box learning methods. “Education needs to be less focused on test scores and deadlines. We’re in a moment of change," Shaffer said. Most Likely to Succeed will be shown at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., in the auditorium of Model Laboratory School, and the film runs 90 minutes.
email. In a conference call with representatives from the IT department, it was noted that they are working toward a solution but agree that making people aware is of the utmost importance, and they will help to get the upper hand on this epidemic said Jeff Whitaker, deputy chief information officer. Jean Marlow, deputy chief technology officer, advised faculty and students to be smart, and protect any personal information. "It is our own responsibility and will go a long way in helping to protect [against these hijackings]," Marlow said. If a phisher has taken abducted an
place of Martin Hall and the Brockton Apartments, currently dubbed New Martin and New Hall B. The winning proposal for the halls includes more than 1,100 beds, totaling $75 million in new construction. The dorms will be completed in time for occupancy in fall 2017, according to campus officials. No price has been set for the halls, but they will be within the same range as the newer residence halls. EKU has awarded the housing projects to F2 Companies of Columbus and Grand Campus Properties of Richmond. This marks the first public-private partnership (P3) project for the University, according to campus officials. The contract for the new residence halls are set to be finalized by the end of this month, Middleton said. Benson had posted a rendering of the projects on Twitter, but he has since removed it because some aspects have changed. “These new facilities will change the face of our university forever,” President Benson was quoted as saying in a press release. “Additions such as these new residence halls are part of our revitalization program which is totally focused on improving and enhancing the student experience.”
email account, change the password immediately. In the event that the phisher has already reset it, take a picture ID to Combs 208 or call (859) 622-3000 and the IT Department will reset it. If there are no incoming emails in your account, they could be forwarded to another account. Further information on how to disable unwanted additions to an email account including forwarding viruses, or deletion of incoming emails by the phisher can be found on the recovering from phishing-students page @eku.edu.
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The demolition of Martin Hall will make way for a new residence hall by fall 2017, but is causing a temporary parking problem in the Martin and Keith lots.
Two new residence halls are set to take the
DONORS FROM PAGE 1
tions anticipates donor support for other revitalization projects that are in consideration, such as a new alumni welcome center, the Carloftis Gardens and new athletic facilities. But the spike in donations is not just a stroke of good fortune. Perlick attributes the rise to a “donor-centric culture of philanthropy.” The giving cycle begins with strong alumni relations. The university has re-
vamped its EKU Magazine, which is sent out to alumni, donors and public officials to keep supporters up to date on EKU’s growth. The university’s development arm expands the donor base through talks with alumni and current donors that revolve around EKU’s impact and the needs of students. The donors' wishes and interests guide the conversation about potential support, which often leads to donations that are earmarked for particular projects and programs. “We find the merge point between their interests and the needs of our students,” Perlick said. “The Noel Studio is a great example. Students needed a cre-
ative and innovative space to work, and the Noel’s supported that.” Donations contribute to many facets of the university, but scholarships and student success are the top priority. “We work with the deans of each college and departments across campus,” Perlick said. Donor interest gifts can contribute to specific scholarships and programs, but scholarships are also created off of more general criteria, such as GPA. Perlick said his department has also been working with donors on planned giving, such as estate planning. “Estate planning is a vehicle we’re trying to have more conversations about,”
Perlick said. Planned giving can be distributed throughout someone’s lifetime or set up in a trust fund. A portion of the $3.2 million in donations raised so far this fiscal year came as a surprise to the university through the means of a trust fund. A late 20th century Eastern alum set up a trust that was gifted to the university recently after the last of the heirs to the estate passed. With Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin's recent budget cuts to education, EKU can only be grateful for the charity of its supporters.
COUPLE FROM PAGE 1
and is actively involved in the university’s fundraising efforts. Her husband Louis is a volunteer with EKU's College of Business and Technology and supports several programs in Risk Management and Insurance. They also have an endowed scholarship for Madison County residents.
“The University has always been a part of my family’s life,” Maribeth said in an EKU news release. “Working with a variety of service-oriented groups during my youth and college experience shaped my strong belief of gratitude, service and philanthropy. There is no greater gift than being able to help provide the gift of education and then to watch the doors that open for a young person through that gift.”
Cassy Grey, Editor
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Thursday, February 11, 2016
Women and the draft
RAND SEEKS LAND AS HIS PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN SINKS
KATELYN FRALEY
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The great Rand Paul switches political race
SEBASTIAN TORRES Rand Paul was able to beat out four establishment governors in the Iowa Caucus. This feat was not expected at some points of the race. Paul, who seemed to invigorate the youth of the Republican Party, put his effort into focusing on three main early states: evangelical Iowa, Live Free or Die New Hampshire and the Battle Born State Nevada. In Iowa, Paul had a notably strong ground game that was comprised of over 1,000 precinct captains and plenty of volunteers. This ground game coupled with the youth operation, called Students for Rand, made over a million phone calls to Iowa voters. Rand Paul delivered a message that often differed from normal Republican talking points. His campaign focused on serious issues, such as the elimination of eminent domain and criminal justice reform. These issues, as well as dealing with the national debt and slowing down an aggressive foreign policy, were hallmarks of his presidential run. These issues drew support from individuals across every spectrum of the aisle and made him extremely appealing to young voters who do not sympathize with liberal values or identify with the Republican Party.
Though Paul built a strong coalition, it wasn’t enough. The media continually released polls showing Paul to be scoring low among the candidates. It should be noted that these polls normally focused on individuals with land lines who are predominately older voters and the opposite of Paul’s focused demographic. Low poll numbers had a slowing effect on the momentum of the campaign. Coupled with real estate mogul Donald Trump taking up all of the air at the debates, Paul’s campaign found itself fighting for the spotlight. After receiving fifth place in the Iowa Caucus, the campaign had to make a tough decision of whether to continue on to New Hampshire or to focus on the upcoming senate race against Lexington Mayor Jim Gray. Paul opted to focus on the Senate despite gaining over 8,000 votes. Although he could have very well continued the race, Paul made the conscious decision to fix his campaign focus onto Kentucky. Paul’s campaign has been active in the state since his nomination. The campaign team is well built and will easily transfer support for his Senate reelection. Rand is very popular in Kentucky. His popularity can be attributed to his fiscal responsibility in office and actions while in office. Examples include returning hundreds of thousands of tax payer dollars and his commitment to representing Kentucky in the senate by being present for over 95 percent of Senate votes. Lexington Mayor Jim Gray will have a very difficult time throughout this upcoming election season. Paul has built a strong base throughout the state and Gray is virtually unknown to those outside of the sixth district. That being coupled with the realization that Kentucky’s Democratic Party may currently breathing its dying breath after a massive loss last November spells out victory for Sen. Paul.
The top officers in the Army and Marine Corps testified that they believe it is time for women to register for future military drafts, following the Pentagon’s recent decision to open all jobs in combat units to female service members. My question is why let women in US special forces if they still can’t even be on the same sports teams as men? One is vastly more important than the latter. I understand the will to fight. It’s not all about qualification. All of the branches still have different standards for females and males. Why? Because most women wouldn’t even qualify to be in the military if there weren’t separate standards. Men and women are different, and those wanting to push women into combat just won't admit that truth. They preach about how women can do whatever men can do, but that just isn’t true. We’re built differently, and it doesn’t matter that one particular woman could best one particular man. The best woman is still no match for the best man, and most of the men she’d be fireman-carrying off the battlefield will be at least 100 pounds heavier than her with their gear on. Military training is hard enough on men’s bodies, but it’s harder on women’s. Then, there are the logistics of making all the accommodations for women in the field, from stopping the convoy to pee or because her cycle started to stripping down to get hosed off after having to go into combat with full MOP gear when there’s a biological threat. That’s your military readiness? Our enemies are laughing: “Thanks for giving us another vulnerability, America!” This is to say nothing of unit cohesion, which is imperative especially on the battlefield. It doesn’t matter what the rules are - the Navy proved that when they started allowing women on ships. What happened? They were having sex and getting pregnant, ruining unit cohesion (not to mention derailing the operations because they’d have to change course to get them off ship). No one is talking about the physical and emotional stuff that goes along with men and women together. When men and women are in tight quarters, human nature takes over. A good relationship can foment jealousy and even favoritism. A relationship goes sour, and suddenly one loses faith in the very person who may need to drag one off the field of battle sending repercussions throughout the entire unit. All these problems happen before the fighting even begins. Women have many wonderful strengths and there is certainly work for women to do in the military, but all the problems that come with men and women working together are compounded in the war zone, destroying the cohesion necessary for war. We are at war. If we want to win, we have to separate the wheat from the chaff. The top priority should be military readiness and winning wars, not political correctness and artificially imposed “equality” on the military.
EKU: The master of internet frustration
TAYLOR CUSICK Frustration lurks in the shadows of every college student’s life. Whether it be in the form of a mountainous pile of homework that seems like it will never be completed, or perhaps the loud neighbor who persists on blasting the newest “trap” song at inconceivable hours of the morning, it is a monster we all must face. I bring to you a recent frustration of my own - one truly fit for an internet addicted millennial such as myself. Recently, I was afforded the pleasure of moving into Grand Campus. Alas, my very own toilet and shower, complete with a full size fridge. What more could a man ask for? After doing the usual unpacking someone does at the beginning of a semester, it was time to plug up the ole’ computer. After hoisting it up multiple flights of stairs due to a busted elevator, I was ready to plug in and enjoy some premium internet. I come from a small town in Appalachia where the broadband connection is shitty, so I always look forward to returning to campus and enjoying some sweet Time Warner Cable magic. So, I plug in and head over to speed-
test.net to see how things are cooking. It showed 1mps download speed, and 10mps upload speed. Excuse me? Certainly, something must be wrong here. Previously in Martin, I kept a steady 15mps download speed. How the hell could a person ever need 10mps upload speed? This is bananas! So, I try the test again and again on different websites. The same result every time: between .5 and 1mps download and unnecessarily high amount of upload speed. If these results were true, I would have the internet required to stream on Twitch, but wouldn’t be able to view my own damn stream! So I tested it out, and gave it time. Surely enough, my worst fears were realized, and my internet really was, for lack of a better word, garbage. YouTube videos had to be loaded dial up style. You could forget about online gaming and accessing Blackboard is a damn near spiritual experience. So, I did what any pissed off consumer does when there product is faulty: I called the help line. Starting at EKU IT, I was greeted by a very friendly voice who, after hearing my issue, was much confused just like myself, but informed me I’d have to call Time Warner considering they’re the ones who are over Grand Campus internet. Fair enough. So, I call Time Warner Cable, and after jumping through a series of hoops, I get a very friendly man who asks for my account number. “Well I’m a student you see, so I guess
it’d be a business account. You guys provide the internet for Grand Campus here at Eastern,” I said. “Yeah I see that on here,” said the fellow, “Problem is, you don’t have a modem in your room, plus you’re not the business account holder, so I technically can’t even discuss this with you,” he continued. “So they’re giving me the run around?” I ask. “Sounds like it,” he says. So, I parted ways with my fellow human and ended the call. Frustration was now showing itself at maximum power. I tried again numerous times to contact EKU IT to find out a separate solution, but each time was told I’d need to call Time Warner. Each time I call Time
Warner, I’m told there’s nothing they can do to help me. Furthermore, after asking around the area and polling different social media, such as Yik Yak, I’ve determined I’m not the only person around Grand Campus having this issue. While I openly have no evidence to support this theory, my claim is this: EKU purchased enough internet to support the first Grand Campus building. When the second one came along, they split it instead of upgrading it. As if your new policies and poor parking decisions weren’t frustrating enough, now, the students paying the most to live on your campus have to deal with this lack of internet connectivity. For shame, EKU. For shame.
Taylor Weiter, Editor
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Thursday, February 11, 2016 Page 5
What it’s really like for twins going to college together THE MCCOWAN SISTERS BREAK THE TWIN STEREOTYPES SET BY POP CULTURE By SARA ROBERTS progress@eku.edu
Eastern is having a case of déjà vu with several sets of twins walking around on campus. Twins are typically known for having a close bond and doing most things together. Outside of pop culture, most twins live fairly normal lives. One set of EKU twins, Ashley and Whitney McCowan, are setting the standard for the life of twins outside of cheesy Disney Channel shows. Ashley and Whitney are freshmen, originally from London, majoring in occupational science and public health with a focus on physical therapy, respectfully. “It’s pretty funny because our majors are so closely related,” Whitney said. The twins said they have just about everything in common, whether that be playing the same sports, cheering together, or liking the same subjects in school. There are a lot of things to love about being a twin, said the McCowan sisters. Especially having someone alongside you to know what you’re going through. “It’s nice because I always know I have someone to talk to,” Whitney said. “Now that we are in college, I like being able to have someone help me with my homework.” Ashley said it’s great because she never gets lonely since the sisters do most things together, but the two of them agreed that a huge downside of being a twin is that they are often compared. She continues that sometimes it gets hard for people to see the girls as their own person instead of being a twin. Trying to come up with how the two are different can be difficult - their personalities are nearly identical and they look exactly the same to an unsuspecting person. Despite that, the two said they actually don’t get
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Despite being identical twins, Ashley and Whitney McCowan almost never get confused for each other.
mixed up very often. People who have just met them get confused from time to time, but on a big campus, many people don’t even notice they are twins. Ashley said she and Whitney have some of the same classes and in one of them, their professor ask them if they were related, based only on their last name. “To this day, I still don’t think he knows we’re twins,” Ashley said.
Within pop culture, many twins are known to have experienced twin telepathy, which is a special connection some people believe twins have where one twin can read and understand what is on the other’s mind. Whitney said she definitely doesn’t believe in it. “We say things at the same time,” Whitney said, “but I think that’s just because we are so similar and because we are best friends.”
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The perfect outfits for every girl’s Valentine’s Day plan By NIALA WAGSTAFF progress@eku.edu
Whether you’re sitting down for a romantic dinner or having a ladies night with your best friends, Valentine’s Day is perfect for stepping outside your comfort zone and adding a stylish dose of confidence to your look. No matter what you wear, one thing is certain: you won’t have to limit yourself. This is the night you can certainly pull off that look you’ve been eyeing on Instagram. Here are some inspirational outfits that will make you look and feel like you’re the one
aiming cupid’s arrow. For women in long-term relationships
You can never go wrong with red. A cute, red body con dress will help you mix in a little sex appeal on your night out. But if you’re not feeling daring you can always stick to the little black dress. However, try a lace print to add a bit more flavor. Not feeling the dress look at all? A pair of distressed denim jeans, heels or booties and a stylish blazer will be that causal cute look you’re going for.
plenty of layers. Make sure to dress up with a It wouldn’t be unusu- cute pair of booties or al for the guy who’s been heels, and definitely leave secretly eyeing you to the huge purse at home – suddenly ask you out on a clutch will do just fine. a Valentine’s date. First For women with dates can be stressful, no valentines though, especially on No valentine? No such a big day. In order to stay com- problem. Just because fortable, there are two you’re single on this night important things to con- romance-crazed doesn’t mean you have to sider: location and weather. You want to keep it stay home alone. Spend somewhat cute and casu- the night catching the al, but comfortable and newest movie or hitunique. Fitted dark den- ting up the hottest dinim jeans are the best go- ner spot with your girlto choice for a first date. friends. Your opportunities are To cater to Kentucky’s endless on what is beunpredictable weather, wear a nice shirt with coming “Singles AwareFor women going on first dates
ness Day,” so go for the hottest look you can. Impress yourselves, ladies. Thigh-high boots have become a staple this past year. Combine that with a slip dress and leather bomber jacket and you’re ready for the evening. If you want to pull off a more comfortable, flirty look, throw on a skater dress and add a simple blazer or cardigan on top. You’ll look sweeter than those nasty candy hearts everyone loves. If you’re more into sweet tarts than candy hearts, try a cute romper and heels. Date or no date, dress to impress on Valentine’s Day.
Evan Nichols, Editor
The Eastern Progress | www.easternprogress.com
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Eastern men upset two top-3 OVC teams in Nashville By ROBERT RISTANEO progress@eku.edu
The Colonels had two huge wins over the weekend in Nashville, Tenn. over two of the top-3 teams in the Ohio Valley Conference’s East Division.
Eastern 97 Tennessee St. 81 Junior guard Javontae Hawkins had a career day in the Colonels’ first game against Tennessee state (167, 7-3 OVC). Hawkins scored a career-high 36 points, including five straight three’s in the first half to put the Colonels (14-12, 5-6) up 47-25 with three and a half minutes left in the first. The Colonels rarely trailed during the game, winning by a final score of 97-81. Hawkins added six boards and two blocks while shooting 75 percent from behind the arc. Freshman forward Nick Mayo added 21 points to go along with a career-high 10 rebounds. Mayo recorded his third
double-double of the season, all of which came in a four-game stretch that concluded against Tennessee State. The Colonels held its opponent to under 40 percent shooting for the second consecutive game, meanwhile shooting 64 percent from the field and from the arc.
Eastern 88 Belmont 78 The Colonels’ victory two nights later was even more impressive, as Eastern beat the top team in the conference, Belmont (17-8, 9-2 OVC). Belmont was 29-0 in OVC home games over the last four years. The Bruins had won 35 consecutive home conference games, dating back to the school’s days in the Atlantic Sun Conference. The streak was the longest of its kind in the country. Hawkins followed up his monster performance the previous game with a 24 point night against Belmont. Hawkins added seven rebounds and shot 10 for 18 from the field. Sophomore point guard Paul Jack-
son was a steady hand for the Colonels, adding 15 points and only missing one free throw and one field goal to cap off his highly efficient night. Senior forward Jarelle Reischel chipped in 20 points on 50 percent shooting. The Colonels took a 40-32 lead into the half after only trailing once during first minute of the game. Belmont continued to fight and brought it within one almost half way through the second half. Belmont’s junior wing Evan Bradds entered the game as the third leading scorer in the OVC at 18 points-per-game, but was held to only 8. The Colonels shot 54 percent while holding Belmont to 41 percent. Eastern also stole the ball from Belmont 11 times as opposed to allowing just three on its end. After losing a slew of close games, Eastern looks to make a push in its last five games to put itself in good position for the OVC Tournament. PHOTO COURTESY OF EKU SPORTS The Colonels’ next game will be at Morehead State at 7 p.m., Saturday, Freshman forward Nick Mayo (10) going up for a layup Feb. 13 on the CBS Sports Network. in a game earlier this season.
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Eastern 70 Tennessee St. 66 The Colonels beat Tennessee State University in a close match up Wednesday, Feb. 3, defeating the Tigers 70-66 in Nashville thanks to great shooting from junior Jalen O’Bannon, senior Shameekia Murray, and freshman Abby Wright. The trio combined for a total of 51 points. Eastern (12-10, 6-5 OVC) and Tennessee St. (10-14, 5-6 OVC) were evenly matched at the outset, with both teams making defensive plays that shifted the momentum. Colonel Michaela Hunter stole the ball from the Tigers, and Tennessee State responded with two steals and a block. Despite trailing the whole game, Eastern was able to fight back at the 1:50 mark in the fourth quarter with a lay-up by Hunter, who then scored a foul shot to take the lead. The gap increased thanks to more free throw shooting from O’Bannon and junior Zee Willix. O’Bannon would end the night with seven total points from the foul line. Besides leading the team in free throws, O’Bannon led the Colonels
with 25 points and 12 defensive rebounds. Murray ended the night with 14 points and Wright added 12 points, keeping Eastern in the game despite being down until the fourth. The Tigers led by 10 three separate times, but the Colonels fought back and closed the gap each time. The game ended with a 23-9 run by the O’BANNON Eastern. The Colonels are among the top teams in the conference. Four teams are ahead, including its next opponent, Belmont.
Belmont 72 Eastern 61 Saturday night, Eastern fell to Belmont in Nashville. Belmont, the third winningest team in the OVC, dominated from the free-throw line and in rebounds, despite the best efforts of O’Bannon and junior Mariah Massengill. The Bruins had won seven straight in conference play before facing the Colonels. The game went back and forth offensively during the first half, but the Bruins found its rhythm coming out of halftime. Belmont jumped
ahead to an 18 point lead with 2:41 left in the third quarter. Missed field goals plagued both teams, but due to rebounds and turnovers, Belmont was able to take advantage of second-chance opportunities while preventing the Colonels from doing so. Belmont led in turnovers 16 to 14, but despite Eastern leading in steals 7 to 5, the Colonels couldn’t grab as many rebounds. The Bruins collected 16 offensive boards and 33 defensive boards, while Eastern only grabbed 6 offensive rebounds and 29 defensive rebounds. Both teams struggled with shooting. The Colonels ended the match 21 for 60 and the Bruins 22 for 62. The game was decided by Belmont’s free-throws, making 22 of 31 attempts. The Colonels made 15 of its 17 tries, but its excellent free throw shooting couldn’t compete with the amount of attempts the Bruins had. Massengill ended the night with 11 points and 2 rebounds. Wright had three rebounds and nine points, and O’Bannon had 19 points and 10 of the team’s rebounds. Murray and both had six defensive rebounds. The Colonels’ next contest is at 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 13, in Richmond, as Eastern looks to improve its record against Tennessee State.
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