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Yada yada. No one can tell you what you college experience is going to be. You may not end up drinking that much, you might go from a sports nerd to a hipster (and there are plenty of those around here), you might fall in and/or out of love. The point is, not a single person can predict what will happen to you from this point on; only you. So what are you going to do with it? Here at The Leader, we aren’t going to lie to you. We will give you information to the best of our knowledge and ability. And trust us, newcomers, you might be in for one hell of a ride (or not; who knows?) All you really have to do is just learn to accept what happens to you and move on. You’re the only one who decides what these next four (or more) years is going to be like, so make them some of the coolest years you will have in a long time.
Just don’t waste any of the time you have here. Following this is some of the information you may need to know to survive (and hopefully prosper) here at good ‘ole EC. Hopefully we will be able to make you giggle a bit. Feel free to check out some more stories on our website too at www.ecleader.org No matter what happens here at EC, you’re going to get through it all. Keep striving for what you want and don’t let the crappy things get you down. And returners (see? I got to you), who is ready for what may be a damn good year? While you may already know some of this information and will probably skip right by it, we have added a few stories just for you. So remember, newcomers and returners, you make this happen and you decide what this year is going to be, as well as the years to come. Make them fantastic.
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So here we are. Some of you are returning from a hopefully good (albeit a bit inconsistent regarding the weather patterns) summer away from Elmhurst College. Others are just joining us for the first time. And while this issue is mainly addressing the newcomers, don’t worry returners; I’ll get to you.
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Terrace and shuttle will not return Gianfranco ocampo Assistant News Editor For the first time in many years, incoming and returning students will not have access to the Terrace Apartments and the shuttle bus system. Last spring term the administration announced that in order to save costs, the administration would be canceling its contracts with Terrace Apartmentsan apartment complex a mile outside campus that some students., mainly upperclassmen, chose as a housing option. The decision to cut costs not only saved the college $866,000 but the administration is also hoping it would fill more rooms. The student body is gaining more commuter students and less residents, meaning potentially more empty dorm rooms. “Now the demographics for college students have changed somewhat, which means we don’t expect to have that need in the future and so now is the time to end the lease” Denise Jones, interim vice president for finance & administration said. Because some rooms are empty in dorms, oftentimes people are assigned to new rooms to condense everyone together, If more rooms are being filled, it could potentially be good news for incoming stu-
dents, as they might not need to be moved again. Junior Isabel Bullock mentioned another’s experience of this relocation. “One of my friends just had to move down a floor but I know people who have had to move to a different building,” Bullock said. “So if they were filled I’d like it because they couldn’t do that to us as often, it’s frustrating” While the Terrace Apartments will no longer be available as a housing option through EC, students can still live in the apartments through a contract directly with Terrace. Alongside the cancelation of the contract with Terrace Apartments, EC is also ending the shuttle bus system. The shuttles pick students up on campus and bring to Terrace or the Elmhurst Crossing Shopping Center, where visitors can eat and shop at Kohl’s and K-Mart. Although the Elmhurst Crossing Shopping Center is only about a mile walk, it could still be an inconvenient walk without the shuttle bus system. “Especially when it was freezing. No way could you safely make that walk” Bullock said. For her the buses were essential for students who did not have-
Photo by Hannah Jasinski Elmhurst Terrace Apartments and the Terrace shuttle will be missed by many at EC.
cars. For students, adjustments must be made within the next year. The downtown district of Elmhurst offers many stores, in addition to a Jewel and Walgreens, which are about a fiv minute walk from campus, whereas the Elmhurst Crossing Shopping Center is about a 30
minute walk. And while EC has lost the shuttle to the shopping center and to Terrace, there are still shuttles that run to Target, Wal-Mart, and Yorktown Center Mall. So while some might mourn the loss of the Terrace Apartments and the shuttle service,
many can still enjoy the luxuries that it provided such as shopping in other areas of Elmhurst or finding new housing.
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Jonathon Knitter Staff Writer The school year is fast approaching, which means that it is time to start counting pennies
for school supplies. One of the most important preparations a student can make for the new semester is
buying school supplies and hunting for the cheapest offers. Fortunately, several options are available. To begin,the misecelleanous items are some of the essentials that may appear obvious but sometimes are taken for granted. These items include: pens, notebooks, student planners, highlighters and even a flash drive—yes, an old-school flash drive. For incoming freshman and transfer students, the most conveient place to buy these items can be Beck’s Book Store, found on campus right next to Goebel Hall. A tiny, charming place.
All the essentials can be found here, though the price is generally higher than at Wal-Mart or Staples. Throughout the last semester, I found myself stopping in to snag a folder or a student planner, or maybe those books I forgot to buy at the start of the semester. If on-campus prices scare you, or if you are a commuter, then journeying to the tried and true superstores will offer the best prices. Wal-Mart and Staples, by far, elicit the best results for students from 5-95. Whatever your major happens to be, all supplies could be found at those two stores for a reasonable cost. Now, does a flash drive seem that necessary for the technology age where internet “clouds” reign supreme? The important aspect of a flash drive is that it does not need to be connected to the internet so the documents can be accessed on any computer. Remarkably,choosing where to buy your school supplies can end up saving you anywhere from $5-$35. Heed advice, and maybe you can reward yourself with one extra meal at the cafeteria.
Buy or rent? Jonathon Knitter Staff Writer Here are a couple places to buy and rent text books. When it comes to renting or buying, renting is obviously cheaper. However, if it is a class for your major, sometimes buying the book is a safe bet. 1. Chegg With deals up to 90% off, Chegg includes reviews for classes and book usefulness. 2. Amazon Get a student account and receive free shipping, a must. 3. BookRenter Again, free shipping is included and they allow you to write in the books! 4. Textbooks.com This one gives you $5 for every person you refer, plus free shipping. Write my name down on the site! 5. Big Words Utilize this to compare prices on all college merchandise, books included.
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Taking care of your health Evely Ortiz Staff Writer The Elmhurst College Wellness Center provides students with free and affordable health services in order to allow them to maintain their physical and mental health throughout the school year. The Wellness Center’s counseling services seek to help students maintain their mental health while teaching stress management skills, as college is a stressful time. “Counseling is always good if you’re stressed or if you’re looking for individual growth. It’s just a nice place. It’s confidential, and it’s a safe place where you can talk about whatever you need to or whatever’s on your mind,” says Amy Swarr, director of counseling services. All currently enrolled students are eligible for free counseling sessions. There is a 30-session limit during a student’s time at EC and a 15 session per year limit for individual counseling. The Wellness Center offers students several forms of counseling. Among these are: couples counseling, group counseling (which does not count towards session limits), and a walk-in stress management group Tuesdays during Protected Hour. “We teach stress management techniques like mindfulness, meditation, relaxation, breathing, and yoga,” says Swarr. Anybody can walk in and learn some stress management techniques.” The Center provides students with a serenity room, which is located in room 001 of Niebur Hall. “Students can go and relax. There are mediation CDs, re-
laxation CD’s, a light box, which is good for students who have seasonal affective disorder,” says Swarr. Because college is such a stressful time, it is important to take care of yourself and maintain your health. “If you’re starting to notice signs of stress, signs of anxiety, or signs of depression you want to get help before they become more severe, because then they can definitely affect your function, which can affect how your performing in school. It can affect your focus, your concentration, and your motivation,” says Swarr. Last year, the most commonly sought counseling among students involved depression, anxiety, family issues, relationship issues, self-esteem issues, and stress management issues. In order to prevent this, it is recommended that students exercise often, maintain a balanced diet, sleep well, stay connected on and off campus, find a balance in their lives, and understand the symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. “Take advantage of counseling, even if you don’t think you have a big issue, even if you just need a safe place to talk or work on what you want from your life, because this is a great place to do it. You’ll probably never have this [counseling] for free again,” says Swarr. Students should also focus on maintaining their physical health along with their mental health, as one can affect the other. The Wellness Center’s health services provide students with free and affordable services. Among the Center’s free ser-
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vices are office visits, STD testing, pregnancy testing, supplies for self-care, gynelogical services, Lipid Panel blood tests, and health education. Immunizations are also available at low costs. “The great thing is that students can come here, and they’re not charged to be seen. If they decide they want to follow up with their own physician or they want to have blood work done here, for example, it’s really affordable. The lab testing that we do is provided by Elmhurst Hospital at a low cost. For example, we can do a complete blood count for $10, which would actually be about $150 in the real world,” says Barbara Wittersheim, director of student health services. The Wellness Center is similar to a physician’s office. The center has three nurse practitioners and a medical doctor. The center diagnoses, treats illnesses,
writes prescriptions, and has antibiotics. It also provides students with free condoms and a self-care center. “Whether it’s physical or mental, everything plays a part in how you function. So, when students don’t take care of themselves or are struggling physically or mentally, it affects their academics and also can actually prevent them from going to school or staying in school. So, by providing the services that we do, students can get help while they are students,” says Wittersheim. The center seeks to provide students with the means necessary to maintain their health throughout the school year. The Center provides 100 students with 100 free massages over the course of two weeks around finals. The Center will also host Wellness Fest on Thursday Nov. 5 in the Founders Lounge, which focuses on teaching stu-
dents about wellness including stress management. In order to visit the Wellness Center, appointments are necessary during their regular hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Mondays. However, walk-ins are accepted between 10 and 11:30 a.m. “When we look at students we don’t just look at academics, we look at how they can actually be successful in the classroom and graduate, and what goes into that plan is a lot of things that require you to maintain your health,” says Wittersheim.
Transfer and adult students: a guide AHINORA GEORGIEVA News Editor The anxiety of starting college is bad enough, but it does not even compare to the anxiety of being a transfer or adult student in a new school. Cliques are already created, and even if they aren’t, it sure feels like it. Being new sucks bad enough but looking new sucks even worse. But there is a way to make transfer and adult life at EC feel a little less “Mean Girls” and a little more “Breakfast Club”. The advice I never took was that it hurts less if you jump in rather than just dip your toes. The first step to a painless adjustment will be to research the campus; this will eliminate awkwardly looking at maps and buildings. And let’s face it, EC is blessing us with a fairly small ground to cover. One very important thing to learn about the EC campus is that we are surrounded by train
tracks and the trains are very slow. They can and will use their evil trickery to make you late for your classes, so make sure you leave a big cushion of time for that not so natural disaster. A second way in which the adjustment may be easier is to hang out and spend time on the actual campus. During warmer days, the mall at front of the Frick center is a “must sit down and sip some lemonade” type of place. Meanwhile in the winter, the Roost or the fireplace are usually where you will find some chit chatter with other students. The Roost is located in the basement of the Frick Center and the fireplace is on the first floor. But being in the right place is not enough. Reach out to people, talk to them, and exchange Facebook. Sometimes the people who come to the party later have the most fun anway. EC students don’t bite, so talk with
them and connect. Third and last, EC has all sorts of groups and activities to choose from. Anything from a quidditch team to football, the Bluejays got you covered. The school often has lectures as well with very influential people, and usually those lectures are held right by the fire place. Perfect time and place to mingle with a big group of curious fella EC bluejays. Adjusting to college doesn’t have to be that hard, if you think of it as the potential for great change. Get familiar, get talking and get involved and this transfer can transform not only your current but also your future life and plans.
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Anti-cruelty society in Elmhurst Evely Ortiz Staff Writer The Elmhurst College Chicago Club hosted a service project for EC alumni at the Anti-Cruelty Society on August 22 in order to reconnect alumni with the E.C. community. “It’s an opportunity for our alumni to engage both with the college as well as reconnect with fellow alumni,” says Effie Zoubouridis, Associate Director of Alumni Engagement. The Anti-Cruelty society is an organization that provides care for animals in need and seeks to educate the Chicago community on the needs of pets in order to further prevent animal neglect. As of now, 20 volunteers are expected to attend the event. “We’ll be doing some DIY projects, and we’ll be helping them with their facility based on their needs and what other volunteer groups have done in the past,” says Zoubouridis. The main project for the volunteers will be to create dog tug toys for the dogs in residence
out of donated t-shirts. “I think the event will go very well. The Anti-Cruelty Service Project ties well with Elmhurst College’s Core Values, with an emphasis on Social Responsibility. As students many of us further developed our commitment to community service on this campus, and it’s great to able to reconnect with fellow alumni who have continued to dedicate their time to help others,” says Zoubouridis. The project is part of a service project series with the alumni group. The series includes the Service series, which focuses on community service, the Social series, the Professional Development series, which focuses on helping alumni with their professional goals, and the Young Alumni series, which focuses on events for alumni between the ages of about 21 and 32. Among these projects have been volunteering at Feed My Starving Children, the current Anti-Cruelty society, and in the
spring, Phil’s Friends, a cancer awareness organization. These projects have been planned in order to encourage alumni to reengage with the Elmhurst College Campus. “You’re told at Elmhurst College that you’re not a number, you’re an individual. We really want to continue that personal relationship with alumni. From student to alumni, you’re an important part of the Elmhurst College community and for the rest of you’re life you will be part of this institution. We want to provide a variety of opportunities for alumni to engage with us and to continue to build a base that will help future generations of E.C. students. “ says Samantha Kiley, Director of Alumni Relations. Zoubouridis and Kiley seek to engage alumni in hopes of interesting them in giving back to the Elmhurst College community. “The best way to reconnect with people is to have an enjoyable experience and connect
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with each other and back to the campus,” says Zoubouridis. While these events are directly targeted at alumni, they impact students as well. “As students, you’re future alumni. This is a great way to look ahead and see what kind of opportunism are available
to you after you graduate from Elmhurst College. Our goal is to help the mission of the college and our alumni embody that,” says Zoubouridis. More information about this event, and future ones, will be released.
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Day with the President
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LGBTQ clubs on campus
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Chrissy Croft Opinions Editor Are you a member of the LGBTQ community wondering where the heck all the people draped in rainbow flags are hanging out- aside from the application booklet? Are you itching to join an LGBTQ inclusive club, but don’t know where to start? Is your sexuality, gender identity, or gender expression something you want to further explore and express in college? Then grab a cup of tea and join us for a quick run through of all things LGBTQ at EC. For starters, you’re going to want a handle on the history of LGBTQ issues and support at Elmhurst. Thankfully, history is on your side. In 2011, EC became the first ever university to ask students if they identify as LGBTQ for statistics and scholarship consideration. Forty years earlier, in 1972, EC alum Reverend Dr. William R. Johnson became the first open-
ly gay man to be ordained as a pastor. Reverend Dr. Johnson later created the United Church of Christ Gay Caucus, and still returns to EC annually for an LGBTQ lecture in his honor. Recent speakers in this guest ship include activists Eliza Byard and Dan Savage. If you’re looking for direct support, you should stop into the Office of Intercultural Student Affairs. It is located within the Office of Student Activities on the Founder’s Lounge level of the Frick Center. Look for the large glass windows with colorful text, and ask to meet with Roger Moreano, director of the Office of Intercultural Student Affairs. In an email interview with The Leader, Moreano says he “is always available to meet individually with students to offer direct support and/or put students in touch with organizations, on and off campus that can provide support.” In an email interview, EC senior Rachael Minnick en-
couraged LGBTQ students to utilize the Office of Intercultural Student Affairs, “Whether it be support from incidents that have happened on campus, or just some guidance on anything college related, Roger Moreano has always been someone to go to if you need anything.” Beyond one on one support, the Office of Intercultural Student Affairs also offers SAFE Zone Training throughout the year. Moreano describes SAFE Zone Training as a 90 minute introduction to LGBTQ issues that provides resources for LGBTQ students and their allies to build a more inclusive campus. The Office of Intercultural Student Affairs also offers direct support for the Queer Straight Alliance (QSA), EC’s LGBTQ student run organization. QSA will meet every Tuesday from 4:15 to 5:15pm in the Blume Board Room throughout the Fall semester. Ash Beverage, QSA president and EC senior, describes the organization as a place where all students can feel welcome, “You don’t have to be queer to be in attendance and anyone who walks through our doors is in a safe space. I think that it is almost impossible to go through life without a place that you can feel at peace and at ease, and we work very hard to make QSA that place for all students, especially our Queer community members.” QSA is responsible for planning an EC Pride Week each year, as well as various educational programming throughout each semester.
If you’re looking to incorporate LGBTQ topics into your academics, check out the Department of Intercultural Studies. EC offers an emphasis in LGBTQ studies as a major, as well as a few LGBTQ focused courses open to all students. The A.C. Buehler Library houses LGBTQ reading material, including works of fiction and nonfiction, in case you can’t fit
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A deeper look at EC sarah astra editor-in-chief Whether you are bored out of your mind or you are just looking to explore, every student will eventually find their own secret places at Elmhurst College. While there are many to choose from, The Leader explored the campus and found a few locations worth mentioning based on intrigue and accessibility.
Photo by Sarah Astra Hatmaker Faculty Lounge remains one of the lesser known locations in the Frick Center.
1. Lounges around the EC It’s a known fact that every college has lounges or public hangouts. However, Elmhurst College has some pretty swanky rooms designed for a study break, to relax, or maybe to just get some peace and quiet. Though some are designated as faculty lounges, many of them can also be used by students if you go at the right time. One lounge is the Hatmaker Faculty Lounge in the Frick Center. Tucked in the corner across the hall from the coffee shop back entrance and next to the elevator, this lounge boasts comfy couches/chairs and a décor that is guaranteed to look better than your dorm’s public lounge. This location had been unlocked when it was visited by The Leader staff, but it may be locked at certain times, so be wary. Many of the other faculty lounges at the college, however, are locked, but if you have the
chance to make it into these rooms, they are worth it.
2. Roofs of the buildings A common challenge for the students is to try to make it on top of the roof of the campus buildings. The Leader managed to get a small tour around the roof of Schiable Center and the campus greenhouse. Though there is likely a door in the building that provides direct roof-access, every door we found was locked … except for one. On the fourth floor of Schiable lies the greenhouse. A less-than-direct way to reach the roof can be found here, but only if you are up to the challenge. Climb through a slim window at eye-level and attempt to roll yourself out onto the roof. The Leader advice: don’t try in skinny jeans. While it may seem like too much work for a silly roof, you might want to stay for the wonderful view of the campus and
the close-by residential areas. And to see trees… lots and lots of trees.
Climb through a slim window at eye-level and attempt to roll yourself out onto the roof. The Leader advice: don’t try in skinny jeans. 3. Tunnels under EC Though this is not exactly a well-kept secret, you can honestly ask any facilities employee and they will tell you about these locations, the utility tunnels under the college are some of the hardest to access. All of the buildings on the main campus are connected by these tunnels, even the newest buildings such as West and Cureton Halls. While many of the other locations on this list can normally be accessed through unlocked doors, you can only party in the tunnels if you have a key, which
Photo by Sarah Astra The fabled tunnels under Elmhurst College.
is unfortunately only held by facilities employees and, of course, Campus Security. The reason these tunnels exist at the college is purely economic, a disappointing discovery to the writer of this piece (I was hoping for some cool story about how they built the tunnels to escape from Nazis or something like that). Rather than laying out pipes underground and digging them up whenever work needs to be done (an expensive alternative), Elmhurst College created the tunnel system to reduce costs and labor, according to Paul Lund, associate director of facilities management at the college.
Though this is not exactly a well-kept secret, you can honestly ask any facilities employee and they will tell you about these locations, the utility tunnels under the college are some of the hardest to access.
If you are wondering where the tunnels generally run, just take a look at the sidewalks on campus. According to Lund, these underground tunnels roughly follow the layout of the sidewalks. As freshmen, there’s a chance that you will be overwhelmed with college life overall, but take some time to explore and find a place on this campus that feels right for you. It may be your dorm room or it could be a lounge that is almost always empty, there are a million possibilities. But finding a place for yourself can be helpful in the long run, giving you a location where you can just relax. Though try not to make that place the tunnels (a bit too damp, in my opinion).
Netflix originals you should be watching Daniel Wiggin Beat Editor Don’t waste any more time trying to figure out which shows are worth watching. Here are the top 5 shows of the summer, according to The Leader, of course. Whether you are looking to ‘Netflix and chill’ or just procrastinate, these shows have something for everybody.
Cooper, Amy Poehler, and Paul Rudd, who all play as teenagers. If for no other reason, check out this eight series special to see Oscar nominated Bradley Cooper playing the role of a soft spoken drama counselor.
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characters remain connected proves to be confusing, but the show has quite a few brilliant moments. If in the mood for an original and enthralling show, Sense8 may be the show for you.
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the traditional superhero storyline and spends a great deal of time developing an antagonist that is just as interesting and real as Murdock. The first season of this part of the Marvel universe is available to view, and the second is rumored to be released in 2016.
The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt This lighthearted sitcom tells the tale of 29 year old Kimmy (Ellie Kemper), who is rescued
Bloodline If in the mood for something on the darker side, Bloodline
Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp
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This new show is based on the cult movie Wet Hot American Summer (2001). The entire first season revolves around the outrageous events which span over one day at Camp Firewood. The series hosts a wide array of famous actors including Bradley
Matrix Trilogy, Sense8 maintains a similarly original premise. 8 strangers from 8 completely different backgrounds find themselves suddenly linked together. Some of the linked individuals include an Icelandic DJ, a transgender hacker, and a star kick boxer. The winning cast proves to be diverse and fascinating, but some of mechanics of this sci-fi remain incoherent. The way by which the
Marvel has done it again. This action-packed Netflix original follows the journey of a blind lawyer who has a vision for justice. Although Matt Murdock cannot see, his other senses are enhanced to allow him to be one fearsome superhero. David Betancourt of the Washington Post calls Daredevil a “firstpitch home run… that has a gritty realism that Marvel’s feature films generally don’t even have”. Daredvil avoids following
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may be a promising choice. This new series chronicles the lives of a family of adult siblings who own a hotel in the Florida Keys. Their scarred past is revealed after their brother returns home for the parent’s 45th anniversary. This thriller-drama is surprisingly addicting and binge-watching worthy.
from a doomsday cult and given a second chance in New York City. After living underground for 15 years, her transition into a new, adult life is quite humorous. This charming comedy was well received by critics and nominated for 7 Primetime Emmy Awards. Part of what makes this show so succesful is its originality and the fact that it finds humor in unlikely places.
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EC survival guide: dorm essentials edition Jonathan Knitter staff writer Moving day: One of the most terrifying days of the year, only second to all of Finals Week. Planning, preparing, and packing take time and effort at least a week before the big day. Otherwise, students often try to bring too much or too little. In the following David Letterman-inspired “Top Ten” list, we share ten necessities that you should bring to moving day, show why they are so important.
1. Microwavable Food Buy it whenever since it will basically last forever. Seriously, though, no longer living at home means cooking for yourself or eating whatever is easiest. College life can drain your energy and motivation to cook, so be sure to get food that is easy to make. For those health nuts out there, stick with your fruits and vegetables.
2. Hamper
For the two times that you will do your laundry this semester, a clothes hamper makes the long
trek to the laundry room more bearable. It also helps keep your room from looking like a tornado went through a clothing factory.
3. Multiple Bed Sheets
Just have at least one extra pair. That’s all we ask.
4. Headphones
I enjoy One Direction just as much as the next guy, but your new hipster roommate might not appreciate it in the same way. Instead of keeping the music blaring, knowing when to allow silence in the room gives everyone their space and creates a safe and friendly environment.
5. Computer/Printer
Did you know you were going to be writing papers?
6. Laptop Lock
Trust is an important part of getting along with roommates. However, it is still best to keep important, expensive items locked up for safety. Even if you wholeheartedly trust your roommate, this protects your possessions from strangers,
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peers, or even other friends from nabbing something that does not belong to them.
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Staring at blank walls mirrors staring at a prison cell. You will be living in your dorm for the rest of the year so make it yours. No one should feel locked up and alone when they’re in their home away from home.
8. Lamp
For about half of every day,
the sun goes down. Homework is often done at night, and you will need light to do it. Have a desk lamp that will illuminate your world and give you energy to continue pushing through that ten-page paper due tomorrow.
9. Outlet Strip
An outlet strip with only 8 ports might not provide enough power for all of your devices. Especially when your friends
come over and all want to charge their phones at once. Plan on bringing 3 outlets each among your roommates.
10. Phone
For the sake of being explicit, don’t forget your phone. Basic calculators, flashlights, email, and many other functions are on the phone now. Also, you can use it to show your friends how much ‘fun’ you are having via your Snapchat story.
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Zakiyah toor staff writer When it comes to college, registering for classes can be the most stressful time for students. In the past, one had to register and hope for the best when it came to their professors, but since RateMyProfessors.com was launched in 1999, hand-picking teachers has never been easier. According to the website, about 4 million students turn to Rate My Professors each month with its database containing 15 million ratings overall. In 2008, Time Magazine rec-
ognized Rate My Professors as one of the 50 best websites on the internet, saying, “Whether you’re deciding between French teachers or you just want to vent about last semester’s lousy history lecturer, Rate My Professors is the place to go. Students can anonymously grade professors on everything from how difficult they are to the clarity of their lectures — and now teachers can add rebuttals of their own.” Through the website, students are able to decide which professors to take and which to avoid based on ratings of “help-
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fulness”, “clarity”, and “easiness”. Students may also add if they find a professor good looking by adding a “hot pepper” into the review. Elmhurst College senior Rahaf Damra thinks it is a great tool to use. Damra stated that “I like to use Rate My Professors because it helps me understand what I’m getting into in terms of what the professor is like. Reading multiple reviews on Rate My Professors helps me get a sense of what the professor is like and if they are passionate about the class.” Some may be hesitant to use Rate My Professors as a legitimate resource for choosing professors, as there is no way to prove that the students reviewing have actually been taught by those specific teachers or to know that it isn’t one person making several reviews on the same professor. It can be noticed that, even if a professor has mainly positive reviews, there are still a few comments on the negative side; same goes for mostly negative comments. So even though the reviews and ratings can show bias, comments that differ from
the majority allow for a more well-rounded opinion.
“Reading multiple reviews on Rate My Professors helps me get a sense of what the professor is like and if they are passionate about the class.” - Rahaf Damra Alongside Rate My Professors, it is also helpful to ask friends or family who have been taught by Elmhurst professors what they think of them as instructors, along with the work load, their grading system, class atmosphere, and the like. Rate My Professors can be a great tool for students if used wisely. Know that students may end up really liking a professor that many people do not, as well as disliking a professor others love. It all really boils down to personal preference and what suits that specific student as a learner.
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A. Elmhurst College B. Hamburger Heaven
Hamburger Heaven has a large variety of foods including deli sandwiches, a wide variety of burgers, hot dogs and ice cream sundaes.
C. Meatheads
Meatheads, located in the downtown district, serves sandwiches grilled and crispy chicken, burgers, hot dogs, and other meals. Most of the sandwiches cost around $4-5 and altogether as a meal ,wich includes fries and drink, will be at $8-$10.
D. Zanzi’s
The sandwiches they serve are slightly cheaper than other restaurants around, and if factoring the cheap drinks they also serve, Zanzi’s is one of the most affordable delis around the EC campus. Zanzi’s serves paninis for around $8.
E. Zenwich
Zenwich though slightly farther, provides a wide variety, not only of sandwiches (including numerous options for vegetarians) but salads and soups too. Zenwhich provides the most interesting experience with its asian fusion sandwiches.
F. Rosalia’s
Rosalia’s Deli is the most expensive with some of its meals exceeding $10,most of them are the pizzas, but their menu is the most diverse with many different sandwiches, paninis, subs, and pizzas.
G. Nu Crepes
As for a unique desert place, Nu Crepes offers a variety of crepes that are around the price range of 5-9$. The Crepes are known to delicious and Yelp rates Nu Crepes the most notable restaurant in the Elmhurst downtown district
H. Fitz’s Pub
Quiet enough for a date, loud enough to shout at your friends; Fitz’s Pub is a standard. It can be pretty quiet on weeknights, but Thursday is still the night to catch a mob of Bluejays in Dionysian elation. Open the popper in the corner, put some hot sauce on your popcorn and have a good time.
I. Lunar Brewing Co.
At the corner of St. Charles & Illinois Ave. (technically walking distance from the college), Lunar’s brewpub is the local Shangri-La. A healthy selection of predominantly craft beers (total: 17 on tap, 94 bottles, 27 cans at last count), you and your crew can find what you want for the night. Take a walk over to Lunar and savor the night.
J. Flight 112
A glass of red wine will send you into the night; but a beaten bar is not what you want it served on tonight. Flight 112 is a pretty little by-the-glass spot a thrown stone away from the Metra station.
K. The Snuggery
It’s 11 p.m.: and you want to dance. Get an order of beer nuggets and a cool draft, and relax while listening to the dance music pump through the speakers.
L. Fitz’s Spare Keys
Our finest from Irion Hall showcase their gifts and diligent work at Spare Keys twice per semester. Team Trivia is Monday, tacos are Tuesdays. Pool is free with a drink purchase most days after 9pm. Is there something else you need? by Gianfranco Ocampo & Roy Jones Lunar Brewing Co. 54 E. St Charles Rd #11 Villa Park. Il 60181
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Zenwich 416 N. York St. Elmhurst, Il 60126
Hamburger Heaven 281 N York St. Elmhurst, Il 60126 Rosalia’s 241 N. York St. Elmhurst, Il 60126 Fitz’s Pub 172 N. Addison Ave Elmhurst, Il 60126
hurst College S. Prospect Ave. Elmhurst, Il 60126
C. Meatheads 143 N York St. Elmhurst, Il 60126 D. Zanzi’s 113 W. First St. Elmhurst, Il 60126
G. Nu Crepes 115 W. Schiller Ct. Elmhurst, Il 60126 J. Flight 112 110 W. Park Ave. Elmhurst, Il 60126 K. The Snuggery 122 S. York Elmhurst, Il 60126 L. Fitz’s Spare Keys 119 N. York St. Elmhurst, Il 60126
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Chrissy Croft Opinions Editor My girlfriend of barely a month had just dumped me over Skype. My best friend was refusing food, and treatment. The only place I have ever called home was 2000 miles away. And I could feel the Polar Vortex still looming over Illinois. It was February 2014, my second semester of College, and my first-year optimism was quickly turning into a feeling of being entirely overwhelmed. Although my grades were hanging on the metaphorical fridge of my family, my mental and emotional states were hanging by a thread. I tried calling home more. Tried connecting with more friends. Tried joining a local church. Fast forward a year and a half to now - August 2015. I’m typing on my laptop in a frozen yogurt shop in San Diego, CA. My girlfriend, whom I just met a month
ago, is smiling at me between ringing up customers. I have different friends now, and the one who used to occupy so much of my worry is doing better free of our once codependent relationship. I’m soaking up my last few days at home before I return to Elmhurst for OSL training. Instead of wishing for the Polar Vortex to pass, I’m hoping for the 90 degree weather to cool off long enough to take my girlfriend to my favorite local garden. And most importantly, home still feels like home. There’s still smiling faces, still the bustle of house guests, still enough frozen foods in the freezer and milk in the fridge to get me through the day. But here’s the thing- it didn’t magically get better. Sometimes, those calls home consisted entirely of crying into the receiver, heaving between my mother’s encouraging words. Connecting with more friends, while worthwhile for the most part, also led me to waste more time than I care to admit with people who would soon leave me behind. Oh and that local church? Once they talked about “the homosexuals” I never went back. And, even though I feel that things have improved, it’s still not perfect. Regardless of how many frozen yogurt creations or California burritos I’ve consumed this summer, there will always be the looming feeling of returning to the stress and
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Not what you expect pressure of college life. There will inevitably be days when my alarm clock sounds like an elegy, when the phone call of a loved one can’t quite bring life to the harsh winters of the midwest. But, unlike ever before, I am ready for the difficulty. Because the past year and a half has taught me a lot about failure. It has taught me the value of saying I was wrong, I need help, and I can’t come to class today. It has taught me that “Resistance” is about a lot more than fighting against oppression and ignorance. It’s about refusing to give in to the parts of my brain that tell me I will never be good enough. It’s about believing I am worth more than my GPA, more than my attendance record, more than my mental illness, more than the number of friends who didn’t stick around long enough to see me smile again. This is my invitation to you- let’s resist together. Resist oppressive systems. Resist unrealistic standards. Resist the idea that academic success is more important than your well-being. Resist the mantra of “it gets better”. And instead believe that everything is okay. Right here. Wherever you are. Whether you’re in a frozen yogurt shop or sitting at a funeral (reading The Leader to distract you from the poorly written eulogy), you are right where you need to be. Everything is okay. You are okay.
Sarah Astra Editor in Chief It’s going on four years at college and I still am trying to figure out what kind of experience I am going to have here. Counselors, family members, anyone who can will put their two cents in and try to tell you what kind of experience I am going to have. Counselors, family members, everyone says that it’s going to take freshman year to figure it out. Some might be generous and give you two years. But throughout my three years at Elmhurst College, it has never failed to surprise me how much I didn’t actually know. I went into college thinking I would major in Music Business and be a band manager. Now I’m an English Major and Editor in Chief of the newspaper. I thought I would be go-
ing to bars and parties every night but I’m normally working or just chilling with few, but very close, friends. The vision I had for my future has drastically changed every year of being here. And those people who tell you you’re going to have your life figured out soon, damn are they wrong. You’re probably going to change your major (once or twice), you’ll join clubs and then not have time for them, you’ll get a bad grade in a class or on a test. All, or some, of thse things are bound to happen because this is the most tumultuous time of your life. And while other will tell you to strive for what you’re looking to do (which is perfectly sound advice) I’m going to tell you to just go with what happens. Colleges expect us to know exactly what we want to do the day we step on campus. While you dont have to choose a major right away (not until sophomore year) the majority of students pick majors as freshman. You might change your mind, though. You might discover things about yourself that you never knew possible. However, you are going to stumble around, a lot, and not have everything together. As long as you accept that and move on, you will survive here. One assigment, one test, one relationship, one step at a time.
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What is the CCIW? petition. Like all levels of sports, each division is divided up into difnick cegielski ferent conferences depending sports editor on your location. This is where the CCIW comes into play. The CCIW stands for the ColSchool spirit is inevitable in just lege Conference of Illinois and about every high school; Friday Wisconsin and consists of 8 night lights, pep rallies, wearing other schools along with EC. your jersey’s on game day, etc. Among these are: AugusAnd it only gets better in col- tana Vikings, Carthage Reds, lege! Hell, even ESPN poaches Carroll University Pioneers, an insane amount of money off Illinois Wesleyan Titans, Milof these hardworking kids who likin Big Blue, North Central are trying to earn an education. Cardinals, North Park Vikings So if you are going to a Big 10 (I know what you are thinking, school kudos to you. However, why would any conference have you are going to a Division III, two teams with the same name CCIW school. You feel me? and mascot? Pretty lame right? Hold up. Let’s take a few steps Welcome to DIII sports…), and back and explain what all of that finally the Wheaton Thunder. means. Again, what does all of this Division III schools are small- mean? er than Division II and I. And if To put it bluntly, you aryou couldn’t figure that out… en’t going to see EC on ESPN well, maybe you aren’t ready for Gameday. You aren’t going to college. see an immense amount of Besides the overall size of the athletics pride around campus, school, the real component of and you probably won’t even DIII is no athletic scholarships, see that many people at any of thus changing the level of com- the games.
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Bandwagon Fans ruby thompson contributor to The Leader The Chicago Blackhawks’ Stanley Cup win in 2010 brought a massive amount of “new” hockey fans to Chicago. When they won again in 2013, even more seemed to hop on the bandwagon. When this new and unfamiliar winning culture started spreading through the city and its surrounding areas, Instagram blew up with thousands of teenage girls wearing $130 Jonathan Toews jerseys, Chelsea Dagger became a household anthem, and suddenly hockey started to matter. In June, the Blackhawks found themselves in the Stanley Cup Final again, this time
against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Fans around the country grew ecstatic, as the possibility to win three cups in only six years became a reality. At the same time, many remote Detroit, Minnesota, and St. Louis fans ground their teeth at the thought of their “FIB” counterparts posting excited playoff posts on social media. Even some of the most intense Blackhawks’ fans grimaced and attempted to offend fellow Chicagoans by calling them one of the most derogatory insults used in fandom: “a bandwagon fan.” This is what I don’t understand. Besides a few promising — but still disappointing — moments from the Bulls and the Bears, the only other impressive win from a Chicago team, that
our generation has witnessed, was in 2005 when the White Sox won the World Series. The Blackhawks are the first team in Chicago that are genuinely just that good. It’s sheer madness to scold any Illinois, or even Midwestern, citizen for cheering on this unreal group of guys playing a great game of hockey. I already know what half of you are thinking: “Where were they when the Blackhawks weren’t good?” Okay, fair. But before current owner Rocky Wirtz took over in 2008, his dad — Bill Wirtz —was in charge. He believed in playing hockey “the old fashioned way” and absolutely refused to televise home games out of fear of “disloyalty to season ticket holders.”
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This tactic failed miserably, as the Blackhawks had the second lowest home attendance in the NHL by the time Rocky took over. Even worse, the Blackhawks were named the worst franchise in sports by ESPN in 2004. When Bill died in 2008, his son Rocky set out to make huge changes. One of the first moves he made? Televising home games. Do you realize what this means? Chicago fans could not watch their NHL team’s home games on TV until two years before they won the Stanley Cup in 2010. After this change, they became the NHL team with the best attendance in the 2008 – 2009 season, before the recent cups were won, might I add, and have stayed that way for ev-
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ery consecutive season since. What’s important here is that an unpopular team in an unpopular sport is generating more and more appreciation every year thanks to these changes. The moment Blackhawks fans were able to watch the sport on TV, their love for their team increased dramatically. This hockey culture has grown immensely and everyone is looking for a slice of the excitement. Lucky for us, our generation joined into this fanbase at the perfect time, right when they turned into one of the best franchises in sports. So let’s quit it with pulling out harsh words to put down those Chicagoans who only watch the playoffs or those who think that the goalie is Cindy Crawford. These “bandwagon” fans are what makes this sport into the insanely fun experience that it is. Without new fans to learn about and appreciate the sport, it’d be impossible to fill the United Center with so much black, red and white. So if you were wondering how to tell if you’re just a Blackhawks bandwagon fan, don’t worry. You’re not.
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nick cegielski sports editor How is it that we miss all the trades and free agent signings that change the integrity and make of our beloved football teams? To be honest, it’s probably because it gets monotonous hearing about another player getting arrested for drugs, beating their wife, or making bookoo bucks. So perhaps some of us tune it out. But in the grand scheme of things the NFL is still the most popular sports league in America and even has a big following around the world. They clearly must be doing something right as you are reading this because you most likely are interested in football, and I am wasting my time writing this for another delusional sports loser. So what actually happened this offseason and who has the potential to make the playoffs this year? AFC East The AFC East is probably one of the toughest divisions on paper. The Bills, Dolphins, and Jets each loaded up with a few new impact players while the Patriots … well they are the Patriots. All of these teams pose a chance of making the playoffs, but the common denominator for all of them is that pesky team in Boston and that golden boy Tom Brady. Not to mention Bill Belichick, the only coach who isn’t really a bozo in the AFC East. However, Buffalo welcomed LeSean McCoy with open arms to upgrade their running game, something every team will have to now prepare against. McCoy led the league in rushing in 2013, and put up over 1,300 yards last season. Easily one of the premiere backs in the game right now and will be an impact player for the Bills. Percy Harvin will be a nice complement to the young and promising talent in Sammy Watkins, but their quarterback position isn’t looking so hot with a group of guys whose good games are considered lousy to even an average passer at best. The New York Jets are in a similar predicament. Brandon Marshall, a loud mouth he might be, is still a freak of an athlete and one hell of a wide receiver. The man
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Nick’s Pick’s 2015 AFC Predictions scored 31 touchdowns with the Bears in three seasons, while averaging about 1,174 yards each year. But Chicago definitely should have traded him for a fifth round pick … Like the Bills, the Jets are lacking in the quarterback department, are stacked at running backs, and have a solid defense. But the best defense goes to the Miami Dolphins. Cameron Wake, Ndamukong Suh, Koa Misi, and Brent Grimes are all notable players on the opposite side of the line of scrimmage. Ryan Tannehill sneakily threw for over 4,000 yards and 27 touchdowns last year, and additional receivers in Greg Jennings, Kenny Stills, and Jordan Cameron theoretically should allow him to have another productive season. If Brady wins his appeal and plays the full season after his deflate gate fiasco, the division title belongs to Boston. But seeing as he most likely will miss a few games, the Dolphins are the favorites as of now, on paper at least, and according to analysts who take the bait way too easily. Personally, I still think the Pats are going to end up on top. Especially with Brady coming off of a suspension with a chip on his shoulder the size of Jim Irsay’s drinking problem. But that’s just me.
cent team. I have little faith in Andy Dalton, but AJ Green is an exceptional wide receiver, and Giovani Bernard appears to be a shifty little player. With an average offense and defense, the Bengals should still be ahead of the Browns, along with rest of the division, which leads me back to the Ravens and the Steelers. In my opinion, the Ravens won’t be as successful as they were on offense. I am not sold on Justin Forsett and don’t think he will be as productive this season. Also, the loss of receiver Torrey Smith leaves an already shaky group of wideouts even shakier. Veteran Steve Smith’s age is slowly creeping up on him as well, but he has always been a player to rise up to the occasion when nobody believes in him. The tough defense known as the Steel Curtain and their old school run game, led by Le’Veon Bell, makes the Steelers standout against the Ravens. Roethlisberger is greater than Flacco, Bell is much better than Forsett, and Antonio Brown is just hitting his prime (clearly giving him the edge over Steve Smith, see above.) Even with Bell facing a two game suspension, my pick for first belongs to the Steelers. AFC South
AFC North The AFC North wasn’t nearly as exciting as the East. Pittsburgh is my favorite in the North. Not because I think they are the clear cut best team, rather because I don’t think the others in this division can last a full season. The Bengals look practically the same as they did last year, which means they will be a de-
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In the AFC South the Indianapolis Colts will most likely remain on top. The quarterbacks speak for every team in this division. Andrew Luck is on track to be the next great quarterback in the NFL, only behind Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, and Aaron Rodgers; some pretty good company to be mentioned with. He also has great receivers
in Andre Johnson and TY Hilton. Unfortunately for the other three teams in the South, they aren’t so lucky. The Titans are hoping that their 2015 first round pick, Marcus Mariota, will be the missing piece they have been searching for over the past few seasons. The Jaguars are still hoping Blake Bortles will develop into a reliable passer to new tight end Julius Thomas, and the Texans just picked up Brian Hoyer from the Browns. Insert sad trombone music about the weak quarterbacks in the South here. AFC West Finally let’s take a look at the AFC West. I have a strange feeling that the 2015 season will produce similar results to the 2014. Denver lost a big target in Julius Thomas. Wes Welker is not the same player he used to be and might not even play, and Peyton Manning is on his last leg. Each year he continues to prove that he is one of the most talented men to ever play this position, but in reality we are probably watching his last couple of seasons. The Chargers and the Chiefs are battling with each other for second place and that wild card slot. Chargers have the stronger passing game and the Chiefs have the stronger running. Too bad neither is strong enough to beat Denver. On defense the Chiefs have the edge over the Chargers, but to me both teams are too inconsistent to actually beat the Broncos. And Oakland doesn’t have much going on beyond the Golden State Warriors and Billy Bean. Peyton Manning is such a
brilliant quarterback that he makes it tough for any team in any division, so you would have to be crazy to go against history. Not to mention he might be the greatest regular season quarterback of all time. Conclusion Rounding out my predictions at the top of the AFC are the Patriots, Colts, Steelers, and Broncos. Obviously these are best teams in every division, with the only true concerns in the East and the North. Are these conservative picks? Absolutely. If I am wrong feel free to call me an idiot if you see me around campus. And if I am right? Well, that just confirms my thoughts about my readers being morons — to those who doubted me at least.
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Trace Nardi, Staff Writer
The Elmhurst men’s football team is looking forward to the 2015 season by improving their 2014 record of 5–5 overall and 4–3 in conference play, leaving them third in the CCIW. The offense will look to be led by returning players Josh Williams and Garrett Claxon. Williams churned out 11 touchdowns and rushed for just under 1,300 yards last season, while Claxon proved to be a versatile tight end by leading the team in receptions and tacking on three touchdowns as well. A new quarterback under center and a young defense will be the biggest tests for the Bluejays this upcoming season. The opening home game against Loras College is Saturday., Sept. 5 at Langhorst Field.
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Lady Jay’s battling for possession.
The lady Bluejays’ finished the 2014 season with a respectable record of 11–7–0 but suffered a loss in the CCIW Tournament semifinals. Sophomore goalkeeper Melinda Vickers and junior goalkeeper Emily Gordon will be the anchors for this year’s team. The first game of the season will be Tuesday, Sept. 1 at Dominican University in River Forest.
Men’s Soccer
Trace Nardi, Staff Writer
The Elmhurst men’s soccer team came to a screeching halt as the team fell short of a win in the CCIW Tournament Championship finals. The men’s soccer team delivered an exciting season of play by achieving an 11–5–4 record. This year’s season will open with a home game at Langhorst Field on Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 6:30 p.m. This could be the year that the Bluejays bring home the CCIW Tournament Championship.
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Golf
Nick Cegielski, Sports Editor
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If last season was a par four, the EC men’s golf team finished with a bogey. Rounding out the 2015 spring season with a fifth place finish at the CCIW championship, the men’s golf team is preparing to move up in the rankings for this upcoming year. Their first round will be on Friday, Sept. 4 at the Edgewood College Fall Invitational. The women are also looking to bring down their triple bogey finish (7 place) at last year’s CCIW championship. They will begin their season with a tournament at Carthage College on Saturday, Aug. 29.
Women’s Tennis
Nick Cegielski, Sports Editor
Last season, the lady Bluejays placed sixth at the CCIW Championship in the fall. With only three returning seniors and the loss of Nicole Darga, 2014 CCIW All-Conference women’s tennis team selection, the young lady Jay’s will have their work cut out for them. They open their season with a home match against Aurora University on Wednesday, Sept. 9.
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Volleyball
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Injuries and graduation are two daggers for the EC women’s volleyball team this year. All-American Sam Szarmach and All-Conference Jackie Pavilonis graduated in the spring, while All-American Melissa Nava will miss the season with an injury. The three players combined for a deadly attack on offense last year with over 1,100 kills and over 300 blocks, according to the EC athletics website. However, after a 31–9 record last season and their fourth consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, the Bluejays are still a force to be reckoned with. According to the American Volleyball Coaches Association preseason poll, the women’s EC volleyball team ranked 19 in Division III. They lady Jay’s first match is Friday, Sept 4, against Lawrence University.
Cross Country
Nick Cegielski, Sports Editor
The EC men and women cross country teams will begin competition on Friday, Sept. 4, at the Elmhurst Early Bird Invitational. With only one returning senior for the men’s team, the young flock of Bluejays have a lot to prove. As for the women, leadership doesn’t appear to be their main concern. Their main focus is to improve on their fifth place finish at the CCIW championship last year.
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FALL 2015 SPORTS SCHEDULE
2015 September Schedule Football
1 pm Sept. 5 vs Loras College 1 pm Sept. 12 vs Hope College Sept. 26 @ Simpson College 1 pm
Men’s Cross Country
Sept. 4 Elmhurst Invitational 6:30 pm Sept. 12 @ Concordia 11 am Sept. 19 @ Wisc.-Whitewater 11 am
Women’s Cross Country
Sept. 4 Elmhurst Invitational 5:45 pm Sept. 19 @ Wheaton 10 am Sept. 26 @ Bowdoin TBA
Sept. 4 Sept. 8 Sept. 11 Sept. 15 Sept. 21 Sept. 25
Aug. 29 Sept. 13 Sept. 17 Sept. 29
Sept. 9 Sept. 12 Sept. 15 Sept. 29 Sept. 20 Sept. 23 Sept. 27 Sept. 29
Men’s Golf
@ Edgewood @ Aurora @ Carthage vs EC Invitational @ North Park @ Midwest Region
Women’s Golf
@ Carthage @ Illinois Wesleyan vs EC Invitational @ Aurora
Women’s Tennis vs Aurora @ North Park vs Dominican @ Millikin @ Illinois Wesleyan vs North Central vs Milwaukee Eng. vs Wheaton
11 am 8 am 1 pm 11:30 am TBA 1:30 pm
9 am 9 am 11 am 10 am
3:30 pm TBA 3:30 pm 1 pm 10 am 3:30 pm 10 am 3:30 pm
Sept. 1 Sept. 4 Sept. 4 Sept. 6 Sept. 6 Sept. 9 Sept. 11 Sept. 18 Sept. 20 Sept. 22 Sept. 30
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vs Kalamazoo vs Puget Sound vs St. Thomas vs St. Thomas vs John Carroll @ Dominican vs Albion @ Spalding @ Hanover @ Dubuque @ Illinois Int. Tech.
6:30 pm 5:30 pm 8 pm 12 pm 2:30 pm 4 pm 7 pm 5 pm 12 pm 7 pm 7 pm
Women’s Soccer Sept. 1 Sept. 5 Sept. 9 Sept. 12 Sept. 16 Sept. 20 Sept. 26 Sept. 29
@ Dominican @ Bethel @ Monmouth vs Greenville vs Benedictine vs Wisc.-Lac. vs St. Catherine vs Milwaukee Eng.
4 pm 1 pm 5 pm 6 pm 7 pm 12 pm 1 pm 7 pm
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Sept. 4 Sept. 4 Sept. 5 Sept. 5 Sept. 11 Sept. 11 Sept. 12 Sept. 12 Sept. 16 Sept. 18 Sept. 18 Sept. 19 Sept. 19 Sept. 23 Sept. 23 Sept. 25 Sept. 26 Sept. 29
vs Lawrence 3 pm vs UMASS Boston 7 pm vs Saint Mary’s 10 am vs Edgewood 2 pm vs Hendrix 3 pm @ Washington STL 7 pm vs Fontbonne 10 am vs Buena Vista 2 pm @ Wisc.-Whitewater 7 pm vs Carroll 2 pm vs Bethel 6 pm vs Wisc. Stevens 2 pm Point vs Wisc.-Eau Claire 4 pm @ Dominican 4 pm vs Univ. Chicago 8 pm vs Wisc. Platteville 4 pm vs Wisc. Stevens 3 pm Point @ Wheaton 7 pm