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EDUCATING CAMPUS: Kate Remlinger speaks to students on Thursday for one of the Teach-In sessions. This is the second year the Teach-In

has been held at GVSU, and there were sessions hosted on both the Allendale and Pew campuses to teach students about social justice.

Teach-In starts dialogue on social justice, personal bias at GV BY STEPHANIE BRZEZINSKI ASSOCIATE@LANTHORN.COM

he Grand Valley State University Student Senate and the University Academic Senate came together on Thursday to host the second annual Teach-In, an all-day event with 26 sessions for community members to attend. This year’s event, titled “Power, Privilege and Difficult Dialogues,” brought about 1,150 people to the Mary Idema Pew Library and the Kirkhof Center on the Allendale Campus, and to the Loosemore

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Auditorium in Grand Rapids. Karen Gipson, chair of the executive committee of the University Academic Senate, said the idea for the Teach-In stems from a Martin Luther King Jr. quote: “Whatever affects one of us directly affects us all.” “We’re all part of the same community – of GVSU, of Michigan, of the U.S. and of the world,” Gipson said. “It’s crucial to see the consequences of our behaviors, words and even our thoughts. When we see, we have the option of making informed choices; without seeing, it’s as if we’re stumbling around in the dark.”

Gipson added that having the sessions in multiple locations was new this year. Although Gipson said the event may have been too spread out, she thought it was valuable to host it downtown. “I think it was a meaningful experience for everyone who came,” she said. “The evaluations showed that the vast majority of attendees were interested in having another Teach-In. I’d personally like to see the Teach-In grow into a yearly event that involves the entire campus community.” Student Senate President Andrew Plague agreed SEE TEACH-IN ON A2

Office of Fellowships welcomes new director BY DREW HOWARD ASSISTANTNEWS@LANTHORN.COM

lizabeth Lambert will replace five-year leader and founder Amanda Cuevas as the new director of the Grand Valley State University Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships starting June 15. Located in Room 230 of the Mary Idema Pew Library, the Meijer Office of Fellowships is in place to help students pursue competitive scholarships, fellowships and awards. To date, the office has helped grant close to $1 million to GVSU students and alumni. In her current position as the director of fellowships at Indiana University, Lambert is responsible for advising students as they apply for graduate studies and programs, both in the United States and overseas. Prior to this, Lambert worked in various nonprofit foundations, museums and historic sites. Despite her success, Lambert said she originally had a different career in mind. “I began graduate school intending to become a professor,” Lambert said. “As a graduate student, I discovered a talent for grant writing and applying for fellowships. Along the way, I realized that, while I enjoy teaching, I love to assist students in identifying their passions – particularly if they involve studying abroad.” Lambert said she has lived outside of the U.S. for close to one-third of her life in a total of seven countries. These include France, England, Austria, Italy, Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic. As someone who has had more than enough experience

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DIFFERENCES: Robert P. George (left) and Cornel West (right) came to Grand Valley State University on Thursday to talk

about working with people who have differing opinions. They focused on finding truth that is found in middle ground.

Valuing disagreement Speakers share importance of discussion to find common ground BY LUCAS ESCALADA LESCALADA@LANTHORN.COM

rinceton professors Cornel West and Robert George visited the Grand Valley State University Eberhard Center on Thursday to demonstrate how friendship and partnership between people who disagree can help the search for a common ground in politics. West is a progressive race and political theorist, while George is a conservative philosopher of natural law and jurisprudence. They disagree on a lot of major issues, from politics to religion. However, West and George have found a way to collaborate at Princeton. They teach classes together, mentor students and hold a constant dialogue. “When I see (George), I don’t see him first and foremost as a conservative thinker, Catholic philosopher, one of the major political theorists of our day,” West said. “I see him as my brother, I see him as my friend

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and someone who has a right to be wrong.” The goal of discussion is truth, George said. The professors may disagree, but they encourage communication in order to find the truth. The truth they are searching for is hidden somewhere in the middle ground between both sides of the argument. For productive communication to occur, the members of the discussion must be civil. But more importantly, George said, both parties must accept that, even in their most solid beliefs, there exists the possibility of fallacy. “If you don’t have intellectual humility, you’re going to assume you have everything to teach and nothing to learn,” George said. When one understands the value of intellectual humility, argument loses the idea of winning and losing. George said that when one does not see a conversational partner as an adversary, a deeper understanding is gained. West argued that four key points surround argument: integrity, honesty, de-

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cency and virtue. In some ways, these points are often misused in the political world – deception replaces honesty and greed replaces integrity. He said there is an obsession with money, status, wealth and power. The focus should be on the kind of human one chooses to be, not the amount of money he or she makes. “When you make that short move form your mother’s womb to tomb, what will they say at your funeral?” West said. “They’re not going to talk about how much money you made, they’re not going to talk about your trophy spouse, they’re going to talk about whether this person really was serious about their quest for integrity, honesty, decency and virtue. And we all fall short.” Culture glamorizes power and influence, George said. However, with that power, no one pauses to ask influential questions. He argues that when individuSEE DISCUSSION ON A2

studying abroad, Lambert said she believes her stories abroad will benefit her as she works with undergraduate and graduate students at GVSU. “Working as the director of fellowships allows me to share experiences gained as a student and faculty member in various countries,” she said. “I can then assist students and faculty members in identifying salient funding opportunities, regardless of a student’s long-term goals, major/minor and life circumstances.” During her time in graduate school, Lambert was at the receiving end of awards such as the Fulbright Institute of International Education Award to Germany as well as the DAAD Fellowship, the German Academic Exchange Service award. Cuevas said that, in addition to Lambert’s diverse set of accolades and study abroad experiences, the GVSU search committee was also looking for a candidate who was completely devoted to helping students achieve their goals. “I thought it was critical that this candidate be a wonderful collaborator and connector on campus,” Cuevas said. “I hope Elizabeth will be able to take the vision I have established and bring her own vision in engaging more students and alumni.” As the new director, Lambert said she hopes to get the word out to campus on how the Office of Fellowships is there to help all GVSU students. “I want to encourage greater numbers of science, technology, engineering and mathematics students (STEM) as well as professional students applying for domestic and international SEE DIRECTOR ON A2

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AMA BOARD MEMBERS CELEBRATED WITH NATIONAL AWARDS

The 37th International Collegiate American Marketing Association Conference honored Grand Valley State University AMA board members with several awards the weekend of March 20. A total of seven student board members were celebrated with awards in areas such as membership, communications and fundraising. The conference, which took place in New Orleans, also featured break-out workshops, keynote speakers as well as several chances for students to better their skills in marketing. For more information about GVSU’s American Marketing Association, go to ama.gvsu.com. STUDENT SCHOLARS DAY

The 20th annual Student Scholars Day is set to take place on Wednesday, April 8 with over 350 presenters in attendance. Presenters and faculty mentors will host presentations in oral, poster and panel formats from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Kirkhof Center, Henry Hall and the Mary Idema Pew Library. In addition to the presentations, films and live performances will also take place in the library’s Multipurpose Room from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., along with an art exhibition in the exhibition space throughout the whole day. Keynote speaker Brian Fagan is an emeritus professor of anthropology at the University of California at Santa Barbara as well as the bestselling author of “The Great Warming: Climate Change and the Rise and Fall of Civilizations.” Fagan’s presentation will take place at 7 p.m. in Pere Marquette Room at the Kirkhof Center. For more information about Student Scholars Day, go to www.gvsu.edu/ours/ssd. DESIGN THINKING FOR SOCIAL IMPACT

As a part of West Michigan Design Week, Grand Valley State University will put together a panel of local business leaders to discuss design thinking and complex problem solving in an open event on April 7. Panelists include Ellen Carpenter, vice president of marketing and communications for Heart of West Michigan United Way; Ryan Kilpatrick, community assistance specialist at Michigan Economic Development Corporation; and Kris Spaulding, sustainability director and owner at Brewery Vivant. “Design Thinking for Social Impact” is sponsored by GVSU, the Grand Rapids Art Museum and AIGA West Michigan Design for Good. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 7 in Room 1008 of the L. William Seidman Center. For more information, go to www.gvsu.edu/designthinking. VOL. 49 NO. 56

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REDUCING BIAS: Jessica Ferrante speaks to students, faculty and staff from the Grand Valley State University commu-

nity during one of the Teach-In’s 26 sessions. Students learned about social justice issues, along with other topics.

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als fall in love with fame and fortune, they lose the virtue of courage. Without courage, no one takes risks – no one asks tough questions. If no one asks hard questions, there is no search for the truth. George and West agreed that it is important to lead

by example. Virtue, integrity, honesty and decency can be passed on from person to person. West said a common ground may exist, but that does not matter if the common ground is wrong. Only by doing and by taking action can one learn and understand what the greater values of argument and communication are.

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fellowships,” she said. ”I also want to encourage students to think about fellowships to support graduate study, teaching English overseas, internships and service programs including Peace Corps and AmeriCorps. “In other words, I will do

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with Gipson that the Teach-In should continue next year. “I am confident that the Teach-In will continue and grow over time,” Plague said. “...the attendance was not as high downtown; however, it’s important to give that time to grow. We want to make sure that we are reaching everyone.” Plague said the event was meaningful for him because he was part of a team effort, which provided a learning opportunity outside the classroom. “It’s great to see how interested students, faculty and staff are in participating,” he said. “There is a lot of knowledge on our campus to be shared as it relates to issues of privilege, power and how we reach an inclusive and just world. Opportunities to bring people together to discuss these issues are crucial to our values as an institution.” Vice President for Inclusion and Equity Jesse Bernal gave a talk called “Understanding and Responding to Unconscious Bias” in the library. Bernal focused on why diversity in higher education is important and outlined three social justice concepts: the subordinate/oppressed versus dominant/ privileged, privilege/oppression and individual/institutional systems. “When we talk about bias, we are most likely talking about the individual,” Bernal said. “But, we should also focus on the institutional.” He also explained the current state of diversity at GVSU, saying that the ap-

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Poetry from Grand Valley State University faculty as well as Calvin College and Grand Rapids Community College will be put on display on The Rapid bus system for passenger pleasure as part of the Poetry on The Rapid program. GVSU faculty who will be featured on The Rapid include Patricia Clark, Chris Haven, Amorak Huey and Todd Kaneko. Each bus system will feature six poems placed on placards designed by Vinicius Lima, assistant professor of graphic design at GVSU. Passengers can look out for the poetry all through the month of April in celebration of National Poetry Month. For more information, contact Gretchen Galbraith at (616) 331-2495 or galbraig@gvsu.edu.

by de Young, “hasn’t changed much except that it’s more deeply buried,” meaning that it is becoming harder and harder to get justice by solely relying on the first option. Rowland added that the Women’s Center in the Kirkhof Center is available to help anyone who has been in a bad situation. Students who live on campus can also talk to their resident assistants for support. “I am challenging bystanders to do something about it,” Rowland said. “I want you to support your friends and change the culture on campus.” According to the Teach-In website, the event aims to educate and foster dialogue among students, faculty and staff, as well as raise awareness on topics such as inequality and oppression. The sessions also cover social justice and ways in which people can get involved to stop bias from occurring. During Thursday’s event, attendees could pick up a schedule that included basic rules for behavior. Participants were encouraged to be respectful, avoid generalizations, listen attentively and create a safe environment through dialogue. Also stressed was the idea that not everyone has to agree, but they should take away a better understanding of others’ experiences and opinions. Other sponsors for the Teach-In included the Dean of Students Office, Division of Inclusion and Equity, Milton E. Ford LGBT Resource Center, Office of Multicultural Affairs, Pew Faculty Teaching and Learning Center and the Women’s Center.

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proach “includes multiple identities”– whether race, gender or sex – which intersect to form a person’s social identity. In the fall of 2014, the university’s population was 83 percent was white and 12 percent people of color. The population of what Bernal called “underrepresented minorities” – such as American Indians, Blacks and Latinos – was even less. Everyone carries their own personal biases with them. Bernal said people need to be more aware of these implicit biases, at both an individual and institutional level. “It’s important to know where we’re headed, where we should be headed and where we’d like to go,” Bernal said. “We have a responsibility as a university of higher education to shift and transform traditional decision-making bodies.” Theresa Rowland, the interim Title IX coordinator, presented on “Title IX and Gender-Based Violence” with sociology professor Mary de Young. Rowland explained that the policy helps “eliminate a hostile environment” and allows students to feel safer at their university, especially if they choose to report the incident. Rowland also addressed the interim sexual assault policy, which emerged in November to define sexual assault as “intentional contact.” She emphasized if no consent, whether verbal or non-verbal, was given, it may be considered sexual assault. There are three ways in which a case can be processed, Rowland said. A criminal investigation by the police looks at the evidence, while Title IX remains on the GVSU campus and looks at the incident as a justice issue. The third option is to use both methods. The American legal system, as noted

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Students win language grant that GV students are becoming more qualities that help students get aware of the CLS, and similar presti- into the program, Chouduri said. gious awards, earlier on as students “You’re going to another country; and are intentionally pursuing them most of the time it’s not a developed to help them attain their greater aca- country, so showing that you have demic and career goals,” Cuevas said. the mental strength and fortitude The CLS Program offers pro- to work through the challenges and grams that last seven to 10 weeks in reach the ultimate goal of the prolanguages such as Aragram is very imporbic, Azerbaijani, Bentant,” Chouduri said. gali, Chinese, Hindi, “Learning critical Chouduri hopes to Korean, Indonesian, work in epidemiollanguages is Japanese, Persian, Punogy in the future and jabi, Russian, Turkish advantageous for noted that there are and Urdu in 13 counmany institutions in GVSU students tries where these lanBangladesh that have guages are spoken. American governand alumni who Participants are enment collaboration. will become our couraged to continue “I think being able their language training to act as a bridge would next leaders...” beyond the program be a very unique and and use their knowlfulfilling experience,” AMANDA CUEVAS edge in their future proChourduri said. FORMER DIRECTOR fessional careers. Three other Irada Chouduri is a sopho- GVSU students will study Arabic more biomedical sciences major through the CLS Program – inat GVSU and will study Bengali in cluding David Leestma, a senior Dhaka, Bangladesh. Chouduri has international relations major, who family in Bangladesh and grew up studied in Meknes, Morocco in with the language, though she has 2014. Leestma will participate in never formally studied it. the CLS Program again this sumShowing a strong interest in mer at the Noor Majan Training the language, having a good aca- Institute in Ibri, Oman. demic background and being a “As Arabic is one of, if not the mature individual are some of the hardest, language in the world to

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he United States government is encouraging more and more Americans to study and master high-demand languages through efforts like the Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program. The CLS Program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and offers fully-funded study abroad opportunities for American undergraduate and graduate students. Students will receive language training and culturally enriching experiences in a group environment. Four Grand Valley State University students have been selected to participate in the CLS Program for 2015. “Learning critical languages is advantageous for GVSU students and alumni who will become our next leaders in government, business, global health, education and other industries,” said Amanda Cuevas, former director of the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships. In recent years, graduating seniors have received this award, Cuevas said. More students are applying and receiving this award earlier in their time at GVSU. “I believe this trend is an indicator

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learn, to be given an opportunity to study where the language is actually spoken is the best opportunity to improve one’s ability to speak and understand the language being studied,” said Kyle Meppelink, a senior international relations major who will study in Meknes, Morocco. Meppelink studied Arabic at GVSU for two years and then again at Birzeit University in Palestine. Currently, Meppelink is studying abroad in Amman, Jordan. “As I’ve never been to a North African country, I really want to learn more about the culture and history of the region,” Meppelink said. “Living with a host family will definitely help me to see the raw culture that I wouldn’t be able to understand fully by learning it in a classroom.” Meppelink hopes to work for an organization assisting refugees and human rights in the Middle East. “English is extremely useful when traveling abroad, but it only reaches a superficial level of understanding another culture,” Meppelink said. “If an American truly wants to understand another culture, they should learn the language culture uses.” Meagan Roche, a senior anthropology major, will study Arabic in Tangier, Morocco. Roche has visited many Middle Eastern countries and

has conducted research on contemporary issues in Western countries with Muslim immigrants and citizens. “I think that it’s really important to study languages in general,” Roche said. “To be able to understand that the world does not communicate in one single language… there’s so much value that can come from studying different ways of speaking. I think you can gain incredible insight into how people think and interact with the world.” Roche encouraged students to seek out fellowship opportunities that match their interests, especially by contacting the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships. “I think that letting people know that opportunities are out there is really important,” Roche said. “You just have to find them – have the initiative, know that you want something and ask people how you get there. Even if you don’t know the specifics, people can help you find your way.” Students interested in fellowship opportunities can contact the Frederik Meijer Office of Fellowships at fellowships@gvsu.edu

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ith over 6,000 Grand Valley State University students employed through the university, these workers play a significant role in day to day operations, from campus dining to organizational duties. “Consistently, for the past four years, we have had an increase in overall student employees,” said Luis Lozano of the Student Employment Office. “We have expanded to also include graduate assistants, resident assistants and other types of student employees.” To thank the students who work at GVSU, the Student Employment Office hosts an annual week-long celebration to thank employees for all that they do, Lozano said. This year, the annual Student Employee Appreciation Week will take place from April 6 to April 10. The events for the week were coordinated by the Student Employment Office. However, the event also comes with sponsorship from campus dining, the alliance of professional support staff (APSS) and the help and support of all student employee supervisors, Lozano said. “The inaugural year of the Student Employee Appreciation Week was in 1997,” Lozano said. “The events and competitions have evolved over time, but the focus of thanking our students has always remained consistent.” This year, there is one event scheduled each

day of the week. There will be a campus-wide decorating contest on Monday with online voting where students, faculty and staff can decide which department has the best decorated office. Some other staple events are a campus-wide hot dog roast on Wednesday, indulge day on Thursday and a discounted Griffins game on Friday. The events are organized both on the Allendale and Grand Rapids campuses. “There is overwhelming data that proves that working as a student helps that student not only graduate, but be more successful while pursuing their degree,” Lozano said. “Working as a student is a high impact experience that allows the student to help finance their education and develop work skills for their future career choice.” At this year’s event, students are also encouraged to use the hashtag #StudentEmployeesMatter to engage student participation and showcase some of the events available to them. “Over the past two years, it has been our goal to increase awareness and participation on campus,” Lozano said. “Last year, we doubled participation from departments, staff, faculty and students in most of the events, and from the buzz on campus this year, I am excited for this year’s events.”

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D o es GVSU do a g o o d j o b ex posing stude nts to d i fferent lang uag e s and cultures?

VANESSA AMBRIZ “It depends. It sometimes follows stereotypes, and they don’t talk about what it is.” YEA R : Fre s h ma n MA JO R : Cr i m i na l J ustic e H OM ETOWN : C h ic ag o , I ll.

ALIA JOHNSON “It’s improving, but I think it could be better. It still comes from one point of view.” YEA R : Fre s h ma n MA JO R : Pu blic & N o n prof it Ad m i n . H OM ETOWN : C h ic ag o , I ll.

JEN KRYSKA “No, mostly because Grand Valley preaches diversity and allowing kids to see the other side, but most other majors besides the social sciences don’t include classes on race or gender.” YEA R : S e n io r MA JO R : Psyc ho lo g y & S o c io lo g y H OM ETOWN : Ste r li ng He i g hts , Mic h .

NOAH REYHL “Yes in some degree. They do put on events like Tunnel of Oppression.”

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Cultural learning Students should take part in opportunities offered in college to be exposed to other cultures and languages s Allison Ribick wrote in her article “CLS Program trains students in language, culture learning,” the United States government has accepted four Grand Valley State University students into its Critical Language Scholarship Program. This means that they will have the opportunity to travel abroad to one of 13 countries, where they will gain inside experience of the culture and language. We commend these students for taking a leap into other areas of the world, and we encourage other students to place more emphasis on learning about other cultures and languages. There are many reasons why this is essential. Broadening your experiences is necessary because it helps with understanding other cultures and be less prone to bias. Some students might think they don’t have any biases or stereotypical views of others. We may not realize it, but, as Vice

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President for Inclusion and Equity Jesse Bernal and others mentioned at this year’s Teach-In, everyone has implicit biases that they carry with them – no matter where they go. It is important to recognize these. Communicating with others of different backgrounds is one way to diminish any biases and stereotypes we may have. In addition to learning about other cultures, learning new languages is becoming increasingly important in today’s global world. Since more companies are now doing business abroad, the ability to speak a foreign language puts one at an advantage over other candidates for the position. GVSU offers a wide variety of language classes and opportunities for students to practice their language skills. Taking advantage of the CLS Program or a similar program is just way one to get involved. Another way is to apply for a study abroad trip to another country. Whichever continent you want to visit, you will learn valuable lessons directly

from the people in those areas. GVSU offers many programs, including trips led by faculty members and partnerships with international schools. The university also provides students with support from the Office of Fellowships and the Padnos International Center – both are places where students can ask questions and learn more about the opportunities that are available to them while attending college. Though it may seem daunting to step out of your comfort zone to learn another language or visit a country with a very different culture than you’re used to, it also provides unique insights into new perspectives and ways of doing things. This is not only helpful for students looking for jobs, but also to grow personally. Many of these opportunities are only available through the university, so students should look into these opportunities and take the risk to learn about what the rest of the world is like.

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MAT T PAIRITZ “They could do better I guess. They do their best.”

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STEPHANIE FORTH “I don’t think diversity is emphasized here. They need to have more events.”

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n a recent issue of the Lanthorn, there was an article published titled “AntiAbortion Demonstration Ignites Debate.” All in all, I liked the article. I thought it was well-written, provided interesting insights. However, I am deeply and gravely offended by your decision to use the words “pro-abortion” several times in the publication. The words “pro-life” as well as “anti-abortion” appeared more than once in the article, but nowhere did the phrase “pro-choice.” Nor, incidentally, did “anti-choice” which is what

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those people really are. Let me just break down the connotation of “pro-abortion” in case anyone is not on the same page: when someone is “pro-something” they are in favor of it. They like this thing, they wish to push it forward. For example, one may be “pro-equality.” They probably are in support of equal rights, and want everyone to have the right to marry, or visit their loved ones in the hospital. They wish to push equality upon people. I have never met one single “normal” human being (acknowledging that normal is a relative term) who believes in forcing people to have abortions. We of the pro-choice movement believe that

every woman has the right to decide whether she is going to gestate and give birth to a child. “Always the option, never a mandate.” I am so incredibly disappointed in your decision to portray those who think women should have the right to chose what they do with their own bodies as “pro-abortion.” I find it disgusting and degrading, and hope you see fit to publish an apology to the majority of the student body, who if we accurately represent the American populace, are pro-choice. EMILY KOSNIK INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & GERMAN DOUBLE MAJOR

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s the author of the article “Anti-abortion demonstration ignites debate,” I would like to clarify something. Since the publication of the article in the April 2 edition of the Lanthorn, there has been a great deal of discussion on social media and on the Lanthorn website comment section about the word choice I used in the article. Many Lakers, students and faculty alike, took issue with the idea that I used the term “pro-abortion” to refer to those advocating women having the ability to have an abortion. This is simply not true. At no point in the article did I use the term “pro-abortion.” Nowhere. Not a single time. I did, however, use the term “proabortion rights” to refer to those who did not agree with the Students for Life demonstration. Additionally, I refer to those who oppose abortion

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as “anti-abortion.” The only time any term other than those two are used is in a direct quote. I will not change the wording in a direct quote because I find it ethically wrong to alter what someone said to me in any way. I purposefully chose to use the terms “pro-abortion rights” and “anti-abortion” because these are the terms listed on page two of the 2013 Associated Press Stylebook as the accepted terms. The AP Stylebook is like a dictionary for the journalism industry. It is the professional authority on how to format words, numbers and other issues of style. The exact entry under the word “abortion” is as follows: “Use anti-abortion instead of pro-life and pro-abortion rights instead of pro-abortion or pro-choice. Avoid abortionist, which connotes a person who performs clandestine abortions.” At the Lanthorn, we strive to be as professional as possible in our work.

This includes playing by the same rules and rule book as the professional news organizations do. This means always adhering to the AP Stylebook. I and my fellow editors at the Lanthorn chose to stick with the AP Style guidelines because we felt they were the most clear labels we could put on these groups of demonstrators without invoking any sort of other implications (for example, “pro-life” has been misconstrued in the past to mean those that oppose the death penalty, etc.). We understand there may have been some confusion about the wording used in the article, and we welcome any and all members of the Laker community to contribute a letter to the editor about this subject if they feel so inclined. Information about how to submit a letter to the editor may be found on the bottom left corner of our opinion page, A4. AUDRA GAMBLE DIGITAL EDITOR

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Art2Park contest winner is announced BY HANNAH LENTZ NEWS@LANTHORN.COM

reative pieces of art are not something often associated with predental students studying biomedical sciences. Breaking these expectations is junior Paige Osler. “I have never entered a contest or anything like this before, but I am proud of the final product of my entry. I took photography and Photoshop classes all throughout high school, so I thought this would be a fun project to try out.” Osler’s design received 23 percent of the 1,534 votes in the final round of the park-

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CREATIVE CARS: Junior Paige Osler won this year’s Art-

2Park contest. Osler’s design features Zumberge Hall.

ing department’s Art 2 Park competition. Osler will be presented with a certificate by Renee Freeman, director of public safety at GVSU, at a future date to be determined. “I feel like the students chose Paige’s design because, as students at Grand Valley, we are able to enjoy the beautiful sunsets, and this design pictured one,” said Paige Melick, Art2Park intern. Osler’s winning design featured a photograph of the Mary Idema Pew Library with a reflection of a sunset. The parking pass will be displayed on all cars registered on campus through the parking department. This year, 10,562 student permits were sold.

“I choose to use a photo of the new library, because I know personally as a student here at Grand Valley, I was very excited when it opened,” Osler said. “The innovation and sustainability completely exceeded my expectations. The old Zumberge Library had such limitations on the amount of space and availability. Being a Laker, I am proud of the way that our university always strives for excellence.” It took Osler several days to create a design entry for the contest. After making several different designs and editing them according to her friends’ responses, she eventually came up with the final product. “Anyone can do it; you don’t

have to be an art major,” Osler said. “There were a lot of really creative ideas, you could really go anywhere with it.” As the winner of the competition, Osler will receive a parking pass, free of charge, for the 2015-2016 school year, which is currently a $360 value. “I have lived in off-campus apartments the last two years, and have never needed a parking pass,” Osler said. “However, I will be moving downtown in the fall and will be commuting to Allendale for classes, so having a parking pass would be very convenient on the snowy winter days or even when I may be running late.”

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alerts,” Bishop added. “Secondly, it’s beneficial for transportation services in virtue of offering a platform for advertising. By offering affordable advertising slots...transportation services will enable to generate more revenue in addition to their traditional, static advertisements.” They don’t yet have the funding in order to get the project going yet, they have an idea on how it will be mainstreamed in the future. “After conducting trial runs to demonstrate the products efficacy, we intend to reach out to other potentially interested transportation services in suitable markets,” Bishop said. “Re-

garding advertising specifics, a typical module will feature three advertisement spaces for $1,000 per space, and each space will run for four weeks. Sponsors will pay $1,000 for an individual module and, moreover, pay a licensing fee every subsequent month after the initial purchase; the baseline licensing fee will be 20 percent with an additional percentage based on bus stop specific traffic.”

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arely does waking up late and rushing to class lead to any breakthrough ideas, but that’s exactly what happened one morning to Thomas Nicholas, a sophomore advertising and public relations major who founded B-STUD. The Bus Stop Time Update Display, or BSTUD, came to Nicholas after waking up late for class one morning and knowing that he had to leave as soon as possible to catch the bus. “I left home without checking to see when the bus would be arriving, figuring it would be there around the time it usually is,” he said. “I was wrong, and ended up waiting in limbo for ten minutes. During that moment, standing there late for class, I thought to myself, ‘I wish I knew how long until the bus arrives so I could have made a decision ten minutes earlier to either drive or wait.’” So he thought of B-STUD, which is “a sustainable module installed at bus stops that will inform you if the bus is on time, late or early and, moreover, will provide daily forecasts, weekly forecasts and amber and campus emergency alerts.” Nicholas knew he couldn’t make his idea become a product on his own, so Stan Bishop and Michael Pratt joined the project. They call themselves the B-STUD team. They each play a

very important role in the product. Pratt, behavioral analyst and platform consultant, is a senior majoring in psychology in philosophy. “Currently, my role mostly involves cultivating and refining our business platform and presentation,” he said. Bishop is a senior with a computer science major and is the group’s software director. “From a software standpoint, the project is fairly simple,” Bishop said. “The biggest decisions we have to make are what platforms we want to use to present the user interface and how we incorporate dynamic ad space without being too disruptive to the end users at the bus stop...it’s my job to organize and implement the design choices made by us as a team.” A cellular application that tracks exact bus arrival already exists, but they believe their product can do it better. “Our product offers the same service for those who either don’t have a smart phone and the app or don’t want to waste the storage space on their phones. Broadly construed, the benefits of this product are three-parted,” Bishop said. “First, B-STUD is beneficial for those who use the product on a day-to-day basis in virtue of eliminating the anxiety caused by inconsistent bus arrival and by offering valuable information such as daily weather forecasts, weekly weather forecasts and campus safety and amber

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STARTUP: GVSU students created the Bus Stop Time Update Display, which will allow

people to see exactly how long they have to wait until the next bus arrives at that stop.

20th Annual Student Scholars Day SSD is held annually to celebrate the scholarship and creative work performed by GVSU students. Student presentations begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 5:00 p.m. in Henry Hall Atrium, Kirkhof Center, and Mary Idema Pew Library.

April 8, 2015 Schedule of Events Poster Presentations

Kirkhof Center & Henry Hall Atrium 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Oral Presentations

Kirkhof Center 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Panel Presentations

Mary Idema Pew Library 9am; 10am; 11am; 12pm; 2:30pm; 4pm

Exhibition of Art

Mary Idema Pew Library & Lake Ontario Hall 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Artist Reception 5:00 p.m.

Film & Live Performance Mary Idema Pew Library 1:00 p.m.; 5:00 p.m.

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A Warming World and Changing Seas: An Archaeologist Looks at Climate Change Brian Fagan takes us on a fascinating journey through the challenges of ancient (and modern) rising sea levels and the events of the Medieval Warm Period a thousand years ago, to look at the multidisciplinary research behind the study of ancient climate change. Dr. Fagan is a leading authority on the complex relationship between the environment, climate change and human society. His works position today’s highly publicized climate crisis in a crucial historical context and describes how humans have adapted to environmental changes over the eons. Dr. Brian Fagan Emeritus Professor of Anthropology, University of California at Santa Barbara

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WOMEN’S CENTER ART SUBMISSION DEADLINE Yearly, the Grand Valley State University’s Women’s Center creates an opportunity for students to submit art work to be displayed in the center. The center circulates the artwork in the center and displays pieces that highlights the diversity of individuals. Submissions are due by April 10 at 2 p.m. Visit gvsu.edu/women_cen/women-s-center-callfor-art-and-gallery-7.htm for more information, or contact Brittany Dernberger at dernbebr@gvsu.edu. SPRING DANCE CONCERT The dancers of Grand Valley State University Dance Company will perform on April 12 at 2 p.m. in the Louis Armstrong Theatre. The concert features all GVSU dance majors in pieces choreographed by faculty and guest artists such as Ann Sofie Clemmensen, Bryn Cohn and Kelly Kerastas. The concert is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.gvsu.edu/music or call (616) 331-3484. RADIO REVIVAL TOUR Two well-known Y2K artists are teaming up to tour throughout the country and are making a stop at The Intersection on April 11. Ryan Cabrera is a platinum-selling singer and songwriter that is known for hits such as “On the Way Down,” “True” and “Shine On.” This tour will highlight songs from Cabrera’s 2014 EP and fifth full-length album. Along with Cabrera, indie-rock band Secondhand Serenade will co-headline the show. Beginning as a MySpace artist, lead singer John Vesely took the band to the next level with the hit single “Fall For You.” In 2012 the band’s album “A Naked Twist In My Story” reached No.19 on the iTunes Alternative Album chart. Nick Thomas of Spill Canvas, Runaway Saints and Wind In Sails will also perform. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show is open to all ages. Tickets are $17 in advance and $20 on the day of the show. For more information, visit sectionlive.com.

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ach semester, the Grand Valley State University Dance Troupe partners with a nonprofit to give back to the community, usually by taking donations. This semester, the group paired with Kids’ Food Basket to collect various items. “Dance Troupe decided to donate to the Kids’ Food Basket this semester because recently we have not donated to an organization that dealt with food,” said GVSU Dance Troupe Vice President Jessica Sevic. “It was something different that we haven’t done in the past few semesters. Since we donated to the American Cancer Society

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last semester, we felt it was important to donate to something dealing with children.” The dancers began preparation for the spring dance recital in January, and each dancer attends a weekly 40-minute class to perfect their routines. The recital “Move Your Feet So Kids Can Eat” will feature about 30 choreographed pieces. For many seniors, such as Sevic, Dance Troupe President Paige Redner and Secretary Caty Hoffman, this will be their final bow with the group. “This is my last recital, so I am really excited but also really sad,” Redner said. “Dance Troupe is this really big organization, but I feel like we are all really close because we share something we love to do and it is just fun. I am just excited to go out

PROFIT PERFORMANCES: The GVSU Dance Troupe is rehearsing their numbers

to take to the stage at Allendale High School to give back to the community.

there and dance one last time with all the people that I have become so close with.” The dancers will take to the stage of Allendale High School on April 10 at 7 p.m. and on April 11 at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door, at the GVSU 20/20 Desk or from a Dance Troupe member. Children 12 and younger are free. “It (partnering with charities) just kind of gives us a purpose for our dance,” Hoffman said. “I don’t really know how it began, but it kind of just gives us a purpose. And, instead of doing nothing with the money and stuff that we raise at recitals, we can donate it.” Attendees are asked to bring nonperishable food items; juice boxes; snacks, such as crackers, raisin boxes and pudding and gelatin cups; individual fruit; creamy peanut butter and ziplock bags for the Kids’ Food Basket wish list. Although people are encouraged to bring items for the wish list, the group will also take monetary donations. “I think it is really great because there are so many people that get to have fun and share what they love to do,” Redner said. “Not only do we get to do dance and have fun doing that, but our shows always donate money to organizations, and we are very connected in our community and I think that is great as well.” Tickets are now on sale. For more information, visit http://on.fb. me/1DzrQtz, or contact Hoffman at dancetroupeofgvsu@gmail.com.

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GUEST ARTIST SERIES The head of the String Faculty at the University of Auckland, NICAI School of Music will perform at Grand Valley State University on April 8 at 8 p.m. in the Sherman Van Solkema Hall in the Performing Arts Center. Elizabeth Holowell is a violinist who began her career with the Australian Chamber Orchestra. The free event will showcase her talents, and Mark Portolese will accompany her. Holowell was recognized for her achievements in violin performance and teaching by the Australian Government in 2002. For more information on the event, visit www.gvsu.edu/music or contact GVSU Professor Gregory Martan at (616) 331-3484.

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POETRY SLAM AND BOOK DRIVE The Grand Valley State University Harry Potter Alliance is hosting the second annual Poetry Slam and Book Drive. The event is affiliated with the national “Accio Books!” campaign that promotes reading and donates books to communities in need worldwide. The event is free, but those attending are encouraged to bring a book to donate. The event on April 7 is from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in Lake Superior Hall Room 174. For more information, contact Jorden LaRose at larosej@mail.gvsu.edu.

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SAYING GOODBYE: GVSU senior graphic design majors came together to create a thesis show to display the knowledge

they have acquired while at the university. The eleven students featured in the show invite all to the exhibit on April 9. BY MORIAH GILBERT MGILBERT@LANTHORN.COM

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close their college careers with the student-assembled gallery show “Prime” on April 9. The designers named their show “Prime” because of the prime number of designers featured and because of the

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multiple meanings behind the word, such as “of the best possible quality; excellent” and “a time of greatest strength or success in a person’s life.” “Prime” will display work from 11 graduating design students, including a variety of mediums with methods that weren’t necessarily taught in their classes. Bree Mullen, senior graphic design student, is excited to see all the designers’ completed projects. “I think that everyone in our class has really pushed themselves and reached far beyond graphic design this semester,” Mullen said. “It has become much more than a graphic design show.” Students included photography, history, motion graphics, woodwork and video in their projects. “The art and design program at GV requires students to take art classes outside of our graphic design classes,” Mullen said. “I think this gives us the ability to solve problems more creatively than we would have been able to without our well-rounded education.” Taryn Carlson, senior graphic design student, agreed that GVSU prepared her well for this final exhibit. “The professors have worked with me from the beginning of my education,

while always willing to offer their help and guidance,” Carlson said. The free show is open to everyone to come celebrate wrapping up this chapter of the students’ time at GVSU. The audience will see that graphic design is much more than just “computer stuff ” and it encompasses much of what people see during everyday life, Mullen said. “I want our show to inspire people and make them interested in design,” Mullen said. Friends, family and peers of the students wont be the only ones to attend the show. Many West Michigan design professionals were invited to the show, in hopes of making connections that will help the designers advance further in their careers. The show will include work from designers Kelly Arrand, Bree Mullen, Katie Ziolkowski, Ross Tanner, Anna Dorsey, Kat Nowicki, Leslie Harris, David Shankin, Jay Park, Taryn Carlson and Morgan Gould. “Prime” will be held April 9 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 200 Ionia Ave. SW Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is open and free to the public and will include light refreshments.

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TENNIS TEAM UPSETS INDIANA IN DETROIT The No. 41 Grand Valley State women’s tennis team knocked off No. 32 Indiana (Pa.) in a match held at Wayne State on Saturday in Detroit. GVSU held on for a close 5-4 victory after taking two of three wins in doubles play and three of six singles matches. The Lakers, who are now 21-6 in the 2015 campaign, return to action on Saturday against West Liberty at Tiffin in Ohio at 10 a.m.

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DOWN AND DIRTY: Grand Valley State’s McKenze Supernaw applies a tag at third base during the team’s doubleheader against Ashland. GVSU

split with Ashland on Friday, but showcased its offensive firepower against Lake Erie on Saturday when the Lakers scored 27 runs in two games.

Lakers split with Ashland, erupt for 27 runs in sweep of LEC BY BRODIE ORENT BORENT@LANTHORN.COM

fter sweeping Wayne State in a pair of lowscoring affairs at home on Tuesday, junior ace Sara Andrasik and her Grand Valley State teammates found themselves in a similar situation against Ashland three days later. GVSU and Ashland were deadlocked through seven innings, 0-0, but the Lakers finished with just two hits, losing 1-0. Both pitchers went the distance, but Ashland’s Sarah Alley got the win (4-0).

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Ally Farrah hit an RBI single to give Ashland the lead. The run was unearned due to a GVSU error. “It was a tough one,” said GVSU coach Dana Callihan. “But Ashland is a very good team, so we knew it was going to be a battle going in. They caught the breaks at the right time and we didn’t, but I was very proud of our team in the way they bounced back in game two. “They didn’t let that determine the outcome of the day.” The Lakers were looking to bounce back in game two, but it wasn’t looking too good for them

GVSU FINISHES FIFTH AT MIDWEST REGIONAL #3 Looking to follow up on its comeback win in the AMFAM Spring Invitational, the Grand Valley State men’s golf team participated in the weathershortened NCAA Midwest Regional No. 3 over the weekend at the Elks Run Golf Course in Batavia, Ohio. GVSU was unable to rally this time, however, finishing fifth overall as a team. The Lakers will look for a higher finish Sunday in the NCAA Midwest Regional No. 4 in Noblesville, Ind.

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o Grand Valley State skipper Jamie Detillion, one stat stands out from the series at Wayne State: LOB. GVSU came into the weekend seeking its first GLIAC sweep of the season and had chances to win all four games, but missed opportunities in the batter’s box led to a middling result. After 32 innings, the team finished with more hits (30-23), walks (21-11) and runs (21-10) -- but the same number of wins. Detillion said part of that was a result of guys trying to do too much at the plate. “A single can score a couple runs,” he said. Though it proved to be somewhat of a disappointing weekend, No. 18 GVSU (15-10, 7-5 GLIAC) still had a

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Ellie Balbach hit the right-field fence with an RBI double, making it a 5-2 game in GVSU’s favor. No low-scoring affairs took place during Saturday’s doubleheader against Lake Erie on a windy day in Allendale. Everything seemed to go GVSU’s way in game one. In the bottom of the first, McKenze Supernaw came to the plate with a runner on and blasted a two-run bomb over the fence in left-center field. “It was just right there I guess,”

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early on. Ashland grabbed a 1-0 lead in the third inning after a wild GVSU pitch, and made it 2-0 in the fourth on a run-scoring single. But from there, GVSU freshman pitcher Courtney Reinhold stole the show and never looked back. Reinhold retired the final 11 batters she faced and didn’t give Ashland another chance to score. The Lakers trailed 2-1 in the top of the seventh (visiting teams bat second in game two), but proceeded to load the bases for their hottest hitter, Jenna Lenza, who cracked a three-RBI double. Two batters later,

MOTOWN, MO’ PROBLEMS: GVSU coach Jamie Detillion said he wants to

see his seniors step up and lead after the team’s 15-10 start in 2015.

number of promising performances both in the box and on the bump. Jason Ribecky led the way offensively for GVSU in game one, blasting a three-run shot to right field in the top of the first to score Jamie Potts and Jesse Abel. Kevin Zak supplied an insurance run in the second with an RBI-double down the left-field line, scoring leadoff man Mike Nadratowski. Meanwhile, two-time defending GLIAC North Division Pitcher of the Week Pat Kelly went the distance through seven innings in a three-hit, no-walk gem for his third straight shutout victory (3-1). Only two other Lakers have accomplished such a feat since 2000. “I’m not a strikeout pitcher,” said Kelly, who threw just 65 pitches in the 5-0 win. “I know teams are going to hit SEE BASEBALL ON A10

Devine intervention Senior breaks school record as Lakers cruise to fourth straight win BY ANDY SMITH ASMITH@LANTHORN.COM

n Saturday, senior attack Victoria Devine and the Grand Valley State lacrosse team showcased their offensive firepower in a hurry at Walsh in North Canton, Ohio. Devine scored the fastest first goal in GVSU history, finding the back of the net just 11 seconds into the game. The initial strike broke the previous mark by more than a second. From there, the Lakers went on an offensive tear, scoring 16 unanswered on their way to a 16-1 win. “It was great to see the teamwork and the effort of the team,” said coach Alicia Groveston. “We scored 16 goals on the day and 13 of the goals were scored by different players, and it was also really nice to see the unselfish play by the team.

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“We were able to give ourselves second-chance shots and we capitalized on our opportunities.” The Lakers (7-4, 2-0 GLIAC) led 11-0 at halftime, and continued their offensive assault early in the second stanza when sophomore midfielder Ryan Skomial completed her hat trick at the 26:41 mark. “A game like this gives our team lots of confidence,” Groveston said. “We had lots of people play lots of minutes and perform very well, which will help them gain a confidence boost going on through the rest of the season.” Walsh freshman Sarah McCormick, one of 11 underclassmen on the 17-member Cavalier roster, spoiled a shutout for GVSU goalie Sarah Zwilsky with 32 seconds remaining. For Zwilsky and the Laker defense, the tally snapped a scoreless streak that

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LAKER NAVY SHOWS OFF SPEED ON LAKE HARSHA Grand Valley State’s club rowing program put together another an impressive showing at the Cincinnati Invitational on Saturday. The women’s varsity eight came away with a first-place finish, edging Dayton by 3.07 seconds. The men’s 1V8 found itself in a close race as well, but crossed 6.14 seconds behind Michigan for a second-place finish. The men’s varsity fours also went wire-to-wire with the Wolverines, but found a much more favorable result. GVSU placed four boats in the top five, finishing first, second, fourth and fifth. The WV4 swept the podium, meanwhile, as the A, B and C teams finished first, second and third, respectively.

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Stop, collaborate and listen

ADAPTATION: Grand Valley State men’s club lacrosse coach Tim Murray addresses his players during the team’s 2015 home opener against Saginaw Valley State. After losing for

the third time in four games on Friday, GVSU coaches and players decided to free up the offense. The strategy appeared to pay off, as the Lakers won their next game by 18 goals.

LakeShow regroups after third loss in four games, blows out Missouri Baptist BY MARK WASHBURN MWASHBURN@LANTHORN.COM

ome offensive tinkering. That’s all it took to get the Lakers back on track. Last weekend, the Grand Valley State men’s club lacrosse team traveled to Illinois to play three of the top teams in the nation, and finished 1-2. This weekend, GVSU traveled to Missouri to square off against two more, and finished 1-1. GVSU lost to No. 4 Missouri Valley, 10-9, at Cadet Park in St. Louis on Friday. The Lakers took a commanding 5-0 lead early on, but Missouri Valley was able to rally back, scoring two goals in the second quarter and four in the third and fourth quarters. GVSU’s loss came after a week of evaluating and addressing the miscues from its 1-2 trip to Illinois.

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“We worked on shoring up some of our smaller issues, and that showed at the beginning against Missouri Valley,” said coach Tim Murray. “They switched up defense on us, then we had some turnovers and couldn’t get some stops.” After the disheartening loss, the coaches and players talked. Offense was a topic of note, and offensive coach Elliott Nichols made some schematic changes that would open up the field and require fewer reads from the players. This also meant there would be less offensive structure, which wouldn’t handcuff the team’s athletic abilities. The team defeated Missouri Baptist the next day, 22-4. “This was a tale of two teams,” Murray said.” Our offense played well, defensively we played well, and realistically, our team came to the game with a different type of attitude.”

Scoring was not a problem for the Lakers. GVSU started off by taking a 5-0 lead into the second quarter, and then a 13-1 lead into halftime. Sophomore attack Erick Sundstrom led the scoring assault by netting six goals and assisting on three more. Captain Zack Grusell also heavily contributed to the offensive output (four goals, three assists). “Erick does a great job. He’s as good without the ball as he is with the ball, and has the knack of knowing where to be when he needs to be there,” Murray said. “We put him in the position to be successful and with more space, it sets him up to be effective.” Ten players scored for the Lakers, and 12 players registered at least a point. “They started off man-to-man and then switched to zone,” Sundstrom said. “It becomes a chess match and we were able to switch. They are a good team, but it is really a

matter of worrying about our team.” Defensively, GVSU was able to step up and make key adjustments throughout the game. “We did a great job of shutting down the middle of the field, which helps relieve pressure,” Murray said. “(Kyrn) Stoddard also made some critical saves.” Stoddard, a sophomore goalie, was happy to see the communication on the back line. “Our slides were there, we went in with a good mentality, and we had fun with this and aggressive play,” Stoddard said. “Our defense helps keep guys in alleys and they take away the angles.” It seems the defending national champions are getting back into stride. “We are having fun playing out there on the field and trusting each other,” Stoddard said. “I think there are some good things in store.” GVSU, 3-3 on the year, takes on Aquinas at home Wednesday at 7 p.m.

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Supernaw said. “And it helps that I’ve really been working on my outside pitches.” Chelsea Horvath hit an RBI triple in the second to make it 3-0 before the Lakers pushed their lead to 6-0 in the third and 9-0 in the fourth. The game ended there, as GVSU secured a victory via mercy rule. Andrasik earned the win (7-4), scattering three hits through five innings. Game two was more of the same for the Lakers, as the

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me, but by keeping the ball low the game goes by much quicker.” Game two had a much different dynamic, as GVSU went to its bullpen before recording a single out. The day ended early for reigning GLIAC Pitcher of the Year Evan Nietfeldt, who gave up two runs. Josh Griffith filled in nicely, surrendering five hits and three walks through six innings. Kevin Hallberg took over in the seventh, but took the loss (2-1) as Wayne State walked off with a 5-4

team plated five runs in the bottom of the first. Balbach was GVSU’s starter for game two, but did not get much help from her defense early in the game. Lake Erie scored six runs in the first frame after GVSU committed four errors. “It wasn’t their fault,” Balbach said. “It’s a team sport. We decided to keep pushing through it.” Lenza, who came into the doubleheader with team highs in home runs (four) and RBIs (21), stepped to the plate in the top of the third with two outs, the bases loaded and a chance to be the hero.

The sophomore from Orland Hills, Ill. came through in the biggest way, blasting a ball over the opposite-field wall to clear the bases. It was the first GVSU grand slam since March 7, 2014. The Storm scored two runs in the fifth inning, but it wasn’t enough to keep the Lakers from winning the game by mercy rule again with a score of 18-10. Balbach gave up 10 runs, but only five were earned. GVSU (21-7, 7-2 GLIAC) hosts Lake Superior State on Tuesday for a twogame set starting at 3 p.m.

win in the ninth. GVSU’s best all-around performance came in game three on Saturday, a 9-1 win. Zach Anderson (3-0) threw a complete seven-inning game, giving up three hits, two walks and one run. He had plenty of run support, as the Lakers came through with nine runs off nine hits and eight RBIs. The heart of the order led the charge offensively: Abel went 3-for-4, Zak went 1-for-2 with a double and three RBIs while Potts went 2-for-4 with a threerun shot in the sixth, which scored Abel and Zak.

In game four, GVSU kept the momentum going with eight hits and nine walks -but only two runs. Wayne State played small ball and played it well, earning a series split with a 4-2 victory. Aaron Jensen was charged with his second straight loss (3-2). He gave up three hits, four walks and two runs. “We’ve got to get better at situational hitting,” Potts said. “It’s not exactly something you can practice, but over the course of the season guys are going to get better at it.” GVSU heads to Northwood for a doubleheader on Wednesday starting at 2 p.m.

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On the right track he Grand Valley State track and field teams racked up 11 provisional marks and an NCAA qualifying mark over the weekend at the Eastern Illinois University Big Blue Classic in Charleston, Ill. “It was a great first outdoor meet for us as a team and we had a lot of good performances over the weekend,” GVSU coach Jerry Baltes said. “Since the outdoor season is so short, we have to make the best out of every opportunity that we have to get ourselves ready for conference and the national championships.” The Laker men, who moved up to the No. 5 spot in the latest USTFCCCA Division II rankings, were once again led by indoor All-American Sean Wells in the three-day event. Wells finished third in the 110 meter hurdles with a blistering time of 14.01, once again breaking his own school record of 14.03 set last weekend at the Raleigh Relays. The hammer throw was another event that stood out for the team, as two athletes showed what they could do by hitting provisional marks.

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Darien Thornton hit an NCAA automatic qualifying mark for the second week in a row with a first-place throw of 65.73 meters, while Mike Moon hit a provisional mark with his throw of 60.02 meters. “We did really well as a team in the tough conditions that we faced,” Moon said. “We came out had some really nice throws and achieved some (personal records) as a team. A meet like this builds confidence for us moving forward as a team and helps us realize things that we do need to work on, but once we get in the better weather conditions the numbers should climb in the right direction for us.” Three runners placed in the top 10 in the 5,000 meter run. Trevor Sharnas placed seventh (15:08.10), Peter Tomkiewicz took eighth (15:08.72) and Kousei Yajima finished ninth (15:10.13). The Lakers hit four other provisional marks on the men’s side from Chris Saikalis (second in shot put), Thornton (fourth in shot put), Trent Chappell (fourth in the high jump) and Chris Saikalis and Blake Donson (seventh in discus). Laura Schroeder earned the lone qualifying mark on the women’s side Friday for

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her performance in the hammer throw (58.90 meters). “It felt really good to hit a PR in the hammer throw,” Schroeder said. “It shows that my hard work that I have been putting in every week is paying off. I changed a few things and it worked, and the

tough competition brought my game to the next level.” The GVSU women had five other provisional marks and two victories on Saturday. Alexis Duncan hit a provisional mark with her first attempt in the long jump (5.94 meters) while Rebecka

Anderson’s 45.15-meter performance in the javelin throw gave her a victory a provisional mark. Sarah Talbot, Jamie Roberts, Alexandra Kitz also hit provisional marks. The Lakers are back in action all over the place next weekend. They will

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3) and draw controls (15-4) The victory was the while leading in ground balls fourth in as many games (22-15) and turnovers (19-13). for the Lakers. “We did a really great job The team also notched today, and it was a pair of big a great team win wins in West moving forward,” Virginia this “We showed said senior mid week at WJU Brooke Ingra(21-6) and great teamwork ham, who recordAlderson Broand fed off ed an eight-point addus (17-0). night (five goals, The shutout each other’s three assists) on at A-B was confidence and Wednesday at the fourth in Wheeling Jesuit. GVSU history energy.” “We had lots of and the first people play and since April BROOKE score. It shows 2014. INGRAHAM how much depth The LakSENIOR MID we have as a team. ers head back “We showed to Ohio for a great teamwork and fed GLIAC game at Ursuline beoff each other’s confidence fore returning to Allendale and energy.” for a four-game homestand.

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spanned 137 minutes and 32 seconds – more than two games. The sophomore keeper made one save on the day, earning her seventh win of the season. Skomial led the Lakers offensively with her three-goal night. She also had a gamehigh three draw controls. Senior attack Zoe Stiemann finished with a three-point night as well (two goals, one assist), as did senior captain Sarah Lowe (one goal, two assists). Sophomore mid Kira Dosenberry had two assists. The Lakers finished with a lopsided edge in shots (27-

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