Issue 13, October 6th, 2016 - Grand Valley Lanthorn

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GV participates in statewide sexual assault conference

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Heavyweights GV to host Ferris State in 2016 Anchor-Bone Classic

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Focusing on breaking the stigma surrounding sexual assault, first lady Sue Snyder and Gov. Rick Snyder hosted the second annual conference on campus sexual assault Wednesday, Sept. 28 at the University of Michigan. Inviting leaders from universities across the state, the conference looked to bring student leaders, administrators and community members together to brainstorm preventative and educational measures around sexual violence. Grand Valley State University student senate President Ella Fritzemeier attended the event as well as GVSU police department Captain Brandon DeHaan, who currently serves at GVSU’s Clery compliance officer. “Sex is seen as a taboo topic and sexual assault is too, but this is something we have to talk about because it’s something that is hurting all of our campuses,” Fritzemeier said. Though the main focus of the event was on preventative measures for sexual assault across the nation, it also featured smaller, specified sessions that looked at educational methods between departments at a university. SEE ASSAULT | A2

EDUCATING: Ella Fritzemeier, student senate president. GVL | KEVIN SIELAFF

GUNSLINGER: Bart Williams (6) warms up on the sideline as the game gets underway Saturday, Oct. 1 against the Ohio Dominican Panthers. The Lakers will face off against the Ferris State University Bulldogs Saturday, Oct. 8 defending this season’s undefeated streak and No. 1 rank in the GLIAC North. GVL | KEVIN SIELAFF BY BEAU TROUTMAN SPORTS@LANTHORN.COM

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he last time the Ferris State Bulldogs were in Lubbers Stadium, they walked out with a 61-24 win over Grand Valley State. To the Lakers, that game might as well have been a decade ago. “That game seems like it was 10 years ago,” said GVSU coach Matt Mitchell. “I don’t really even worry about what happened in 2015. I’m on to 2016. These are completely different teams.” The Bulldogs (4-1, tied for second in GLIAC North) will be back at Lubbers this Saturday, Oct. 8, for a game against the Lakers with major GLIAC implications on the line. The Lakers (5-0, first in GLIAC standings) could potentially solidify themselves as the favorite to finish first in the North. A loss to the Bulldogs could

potentially result in a three-way tie for first in the GLIAC North with the Bulldogs and the Wayne State Warriors (4-1, tied for second in GLIAC North), if the Warriors can beat Findlay (2-3). Furthermore, a loss would mean the fifth consecutive regular season loss to the Bulldogs, though the last meeting between the two was an impressive 38-34 GVSU win in last year’s playoffs on the Lakers’ run to the national semifinal. The Lakers lead the all-time series 28-16-1. GVSU coach Matt Mitchell and the Lakers know what this game means for their season goals. “It’s one of many big opportunities in their life,” Mitchell said. “I’m not going to put any more gravity on that than any other times that we’ve had opportunities to prove ourselves in a competitive arena. I don’t think our guys will be overwhelmed, I think they know the

implications of this contest. “These guys have really high expectations for themselves.” This will be the first time in four years the Lakers will face a Bulldog team not quarterbacked by two-time Harlon Hill award recipient Jason Vander Laan, who graduated after last season. The Bulldogs are led by junior quarterback and Eastern Michigan transfer Reggie Bell, who leads the team in both passing (1,048 yards, five touchdowns, four interceptions) and rushing (491 yards, five touchdowns). Bell and starting running back Jahaan Brown (476 yards, two touchdowns) provide a one-two punch for an offense that operates mainly out of the read option. The Bulldogs feature a wide receiving corps that includes five different players with 12 or more receptions. “(Bell) is electric,” Mitchell said. “It’ll be a big challenge for

INNOVATION

Creating transparency GV student senate strives to improve communication BY JESS HODGE NEWS@LANTHORN.COM

Annual idea pitch competition winner hopes to build an affordable housing community BY SANDA VAZGEC ASSISTANTNEWS@LANTHORN.COM

Having an idea that becomes a business venture is what every entrepreneur strives for, but this can be difficult to achieve without sufficient funding. To help young entrepreneurs fund their start-up projects, Grand Valley State University holds an annual idea pitch competition with $1,000 on the line for the winning idea. The 12th annual idea pitch competition was held Tuesday, Oct. 4 in the L. William Seidman Center. More than 25 GVSU students took the stage one at a time to give their 90-second pitch to a panel of judges. The students were only given a microphone—no visual aids or props allowed. After their presentation, each student was asked a series of followup questions from the judges. Tom Peurach won the first place grand prize of $1,000 for “Tiny Home Community,” a plan to create small affordable homes, which provide a

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GV student wins $1,000 for tiny house project sense of ownership without a hefty financial gamble. “I wanted to solve the middle ground between the emptiness of renting apartments and jumping into the risks and large expenses of home ownership,” Peurach said. “There’s a great community for it right now, a lot of people are embracing the trend of tiny homes rather than this just being a fad.” Prospective residents could either purchase a tiny home or lease out a lot space for pricing competitive to renting an apartment. Peurach said the idea stemmed from his personal desire to live in a tiny home, which he has plans to do after college. Brittany Taylor placed second, winning $750 for “Pressure Ulcer Prevention” and the third place prize of $500 went to Aaron Schaafsma for “934 Bagwork.” The annual event is sponsored by the Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO), along with the Richard M. and Helen DeVos Center for En-

our defense. Jason Vander Laan was a great player that a lot of people in our building have respect for what he did, but this is going to be a different style of quarterback that we’re going to have to face.” The Bulldogs’ defense ranks fifth in points allowed per game (22) and third in yards allowed per game (346). The Bulldogs’ only loss came against Ashland (4-1, first in GLIAC South) at home, meaning this game could determine the outlook for the rest of their season should GVSU win. A 4-2 record heading into the rest of GLIAC play would not bode well for a team vying for a postseason berth. The Lakers will finally have the support of a Lubbers Stadium home crowd again against the Bulldogs. They are back home for the first time

ENTREPRENEUR: Tom Peurach holds his check for $1,000. His idea for building tiny homes won him first place at the idea pitch competition. GVL | EMILY FRYE

trepreneurship and Innovation. The event is open to all GVSU undergraduate and graduate students interested in starting a business or sharing a start-up idea. In order to participate in the competition, a student must register prior to the event to ensure their application meets all rules of eligibility. The panel of judges includes an array of entrepreneurs, business professionals, venture capitalists, alumni and angel investors. Pitches are scored based on the

clarity of presentation, identifying key competitors, presenting the market niche size and opportunity, how the investment will be used and the delivery of pitch. Contestants can earn up to 50 points, with an additional five points available in the event of a tiebreaker. CEO president Zoe Bruyn said the idea pitch competition is an experience to help students get a feel for what business competitions are

Every Thursday at 4:30 p.m., student senate President Ella Fritzemeier bangs her gavel to indicate the start of the student senate general assembly. Eight vice presidents sit to her left and right and 50 senators are seated in front of her. But the gallery, meant for people from the public to sit, stays mostly empty. The 50 student senators are responsible for representing the other 25,000 GVSU students. But what does student senate do? What do they work on? How are they involved on campus? Fritzemeier was appointed as student senate’s president in April and has been working to create a relationship between the student body and student senate since her first day as president. Part of fostering this relationship is helping GVSU students understand what the governing body does and what they are working on throughout the year. To help facilitate that knowledge

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FLU SHOTS

Grand Valley State University will be offering flu vaccinations from Monday, Oct. 3 through Thursday, Oct. 27 at various locations. The GVSU Health Center, as well as the Allendale, Pew, Holland and Muskegon campuses will have a clinic set up throughout the month for vaccinations. Flu shots at the clinics will cost $40, payable by credit or debit card but can also be charged to a student account. Insurance billing is available at the GVSU Health Center. Appointments are not required, but it is recommended to print and complete the shot form ahead of time. For a detailed list of all clinic dates and times or to print a shot form, visit www.gvsu.edu/fhc/flu.

NATIONAL DEPRESSION SCREENING DAY

The Grand Valley State University Counseling Center will be providing free and confidential depression screenings from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6. Screenings take 10 minutes to complete and are available to all students, faculty and staff. The service is provided on the Allendale Campus in the Kirkhof Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and in the Recreation Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pew Campus locations include DeVos Building C and the Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information about depression or screening services, contact (616) 331-3266.

One of these sessions was a panel discussion including athletic directors and coaches from the University of Michigan, Michigan State and Eastern Michigan as well as several high school coaches. The panel talked about promoting a “top-down” approach to sexual assault education, especially within the athletic department, Fritzemeier said. “When someone tells you that they are a college athlete, you hold them to a higher profile,” Fritzemeier said. “Athletics is an audience we haven’t really focused on yet and I would love to start incorporating work with them into our efforts to prevent assault, whether that’s

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CHINESE MOONCAKE SOCIAL

Grand Valley State University’s Chinese language and culture club is hosting a mid-autumn festival Friday, Oct. 7. The event will feature Chinese tea, music and mooncakes, a Chinese dish. The social will be held in Area 51 in the basement of Kirkhof Center from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and is free to all students.

STUDENT SENATE FINANCE REPORT FOR THE WEEK OF OCT. 3 Event funds: The You Beautiful Black Woman club requested $175 for induction of new members. The request was denied in full. The League of Legends club requested $360.20 for hardware to use for future tournaments. The motion was tabled in order to talk to the IT department. The Council for Exceptional Children Symposium requested and received $841 for an event and speakers for GVSU students who might want to be future teachers Saturday, Nov. 12. The Institute of Internal Auditors requested $1,385.70 for an event in Orlando, Florida that already happened. The request was denied, because student senate cannot reimburse groups for events that have already happened. The Muslim Student Association requested $3,822 for food, marketing and speakers for an event Friday, Oct. 28. The request was tabled to change address and choose an adequate room for the size of the event. The Delta Phi Lambda sorority requested $4,807 for speakers, food and promotions for a Friday, Oct. 28 event. They received $3,833. Travel funds: The La Tertulia Spanish club requested $1,455.72 for a trip to Chicago Saturday, Nov. 12. They received $1,290. The American Marketing Association requested and received $1,490 for transportation to an event in Chicago Friday, Oct. 21. Euphoria requested $2,104 for a conference Nov. 18-20. They received $1,290. The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ organization requested $2,689.20 for a conference in Tampa, Florida Wednesday, Oct. 26. They received $2,000. Other funds: A Cappella GrooVe! requested and received $250 for an application fee.

and the transfer of information from senate to student, a few changes have been made in the way student senate provides updates and reports. One big change for this semester is the way the finance committee is releasing reports. Members of the finance committee are responsible for going to appropriations funding boards, where student organizations have the opportunity to request money from the general budget. The money can be for events, trips, promotions or other things for that organization. In an effort to create transparency, the finance committee now provides a synopsis of each appropriation funding board meeting, which is then

in video form or just an advocate’s presence on campus.” Currently, a group of student senators at GVSU are working on creating a campaign to present to athletics that is modeled after the strong involvement of GVSU administrators and student leaders, Fritzemeier said. “We have done a pretty good job at having people like President (Thomas) Haas and Jesse Bernal present at things like town hall meetings,” Fritzemeier said. “Our campus leaders really care about making this university the best it can be.” Another topic of concern was the involvement of men in cases of sexual assault advocacy. “When you looked around at the conference, you noticed

immediately that the audience was predominately female,” Fritzmeier said. “I would love to see more men involved in preventative measures.” This plan is something GVSU’s student senate has already set into motion and is also a focus for the GVSU police department. “This is more than just an issue for females, it’s a man’s issue as well,” DeHaan said. “We have to focus on changing the conversation.” Though DeHaan stressed sexual violence is not only something that women experience, he also pointed out that women are more likely to experience sexual assault by a male than vice versa. Additionally, according to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, women aged 18 to 24 who are

published in each Thursday issue of the Lanthorn. Rachel Travis, vice president for the finance committee, spearheaded the idea to publish specific numbers and data from finance reports. This is so people will know how much each organization requested, how much they received and what the money will be used toward. “I think Rachel (Travis), specifically with finance, has been doing a really great job of transparency,” Fritzemeier said. “They’re making some more documents about (the process) to make it more clear because there’s still just a lot of discrepancy and confusion about how to request funds or what will and will not get approved.” In addition to making finance and funding numbers available to students, Fritzemeier also said they are keeping up on social media better

than they were last year. She said they have a bigger presence and have done well at tweeting about the events happening on campus. Fritzemeier also said the senate is trying to be both proactive and reactive to not only things happening on campus, but also national events. Working with other student organizations on a variety of projects and events has also helped student senate get its name out to the GVSU community. This comes in the form of publishing other groups’ work or going to their events. “Supporting other organizations with our social media is helping our transparency a lot to show that we’re not this ‘other body,’” Fritzemeier said. “We support all students and thus all student organizations.”

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college students are three times more likely than women in general to experience sexual violence. Females of the same age who are not enrolled in college are four times more likely. One way Fritzemeier has considered combatting violent behavior on college campuses is through the education of high school students on the realities and definitions of sexual assault. “Education about this topic needs to start occurring in high school to help with the rape culture on college campuses,” Fritzemeier said. “This is something that should be talked about more and it shouldn’t only be about safety, it should be about sexual assault and what is right and what is wrong.”

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like and use it as a chance to improve their presentation skills. The competition is one of many opportunities the organization provides for aspiring entrepreneurs, she added. “Essentially what we do is help students start and run their own businesses,” Bruyn said. “Students will come to us with ideas and we provide the knowledge and resources connecting them to members of the community who can help push their ideas forward.” CEO welcomes all students studying any discipline to join the organization or participate in the pitch competition.

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STUDENT RESOURCES

Library Technology Showcase offers experimental technology for Lakers 3-D printer, virtual reality glasses, laser keyboards draw in over 18,000 visitors in a year BY KYLE DOYLE KDOYLE@LANTHORN.COM

ALTERNATIVE LEARNING: The Technology Showcase on the atrium level of the Mary Idema Pew Library is filled with various forms of innovative technology for students to explore. GVL | MACKENZIE BUSH

Located in the atrium of the Mary Idema Pew Library at Grand Valley State University, the Technology Showcase is a drop-in space where students and faculty alike can learn about state-of-the-art or experimental technologies for free, or rent them for use in school projects. “There’s a lot of engaging, interesting technology in here,” said Eric Kunnen, associate director of eLearning and emerging technologies. “We’re trying to invent the future of teaching and learning by accelerating the topic of educational technology on campus.” The showcase began in August 2013 with a 3-D printer and the Double Robot, a two-wheeled robot used for video calling. Since then, the showcase has grown to encompass nearly 40 different technologies. Technologies inside the showcase consists of the virtual and augmented reality glasses, the Amazon Echo, laser keyboards, a hands-free mouse,

a mobile app-controlled paper airplane and several other unique pieces of equipment. The most popular of these are Makerspaces and 3-D printers. “Makerspace is like a do-ityourself place where you can build something, create something,” Kunnen said. “We’ve got a couple of 3-D printers here, open and available to all students and you can design an object, print an object for free.” 3-D printing at the showcase has given rise to numerous different projects including laptop holders, Poké Balls, miniature wind turbine blades and more. “Somebody is printing a functional violin,” said Nick Dillard, emerging technology specialist and GVSU junior. “They wanted a violin, and they couldn’t afford it, so they decided to print one instead.” The kinds of technology the showcase has on display has attracted people not only from GVSU, but from around the world. Aside from allowing GVSU students and staff to experiment with new technologies, the Technology Showcase offers tours and services to out-

side entities. In the past, the showcase has hosted schools including the University of Michigan, Kettering University, Montana State University, East Grand Rapids Public High School and Notre Dame. This influx of outside universities and schools is apparent in the showcase’s attendance data. “Since September 2015, we’ve had 18,854 people (visit the showcase) and the highest traffic in one day was 586,” said Paul Wilson, emerging technology specialist team leader and GVSU senior. The showcase continues to expand and is always looking for suggestions on what it could be doing better to help staff and students learn. “We’re always willing to hear feedback from students and faculty,” Kunnen said. “What can we do to come alongside you and help you, your teaching, help you in your learning? What’s something in here that you’ve seen that we could maybe purchase that would be something that you might be able to use for a project?”

JOB MARKET

Career fair to bring in over 200 companies BY EMILY DORAN EDORAN@LANTHORN.COM

For college students and recent graduates, navigating the job market beyond the university setting can be a tricky endeavor. That’s why Grand Valley State University will be hosting a career fair to give GVSU students and alumni the opportunity to connect with hiring employers from different organizations Tuesday, Oct. 11. The career fair, which is expected to attract between 1,800 and 2,000 students and alumni, will take place from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the DeVos Place Convention Center in Grand Rapids. Rachel Becklin, a career adviser and internship specialist at the GVSU Career Center, thinks a significant benefit to attending the fair will be the face-to-face interactions students will be able to have with prospective employees. “There’s really not a lot of opportunities for students to get in front of employers who are looking to hire them,” Becklin said, noting that a significant portion of the job-hunting process typically happens online. “The big thing I think is making those connections.” Susan Proctor, an employer development manager at the GVSU Career Center, also

thinks the opportunity to con- learning which organizations nect in person with prospective draw employees from GVSU. employers offers a significant The Career Center provides advantage to students seeking opportunities for students to employment because, ultimate- prepare for the fair beforehand. ly, “people hire people.” For example, there is increased “I think this is (a unique availability for students to place) where you can talk face- drop in and meet briefly with a to-face with the people actual- representative to ask questions ly doing the hiring and people or review a resume as part of that want to hire Grand Valley the “Time for 10” program. In students and alums,” she said. addition, students can attend “Even if there are only five or the “How to Talk to Employ10 companies that are looking ers” event Thursday, Oct. 6 to hire for your from 6 p.m. to 7 particular major, p.m. in the KirkI think it’s still a hof Center or L. “If you have great opportuniWilliam Seidone positive ty to go and get man Center to experience that that face-to-face learn tips about interaction with how to interact you’re taking these individuprofessionally away from the als.” with prospective career fair, I think employers. Proctor said students should Students can that’s good...” come to the also see what career fair precompanies will SUSAN PROCTOR pared, although be present at the that prepara- DEVELOPMENT MANAGER fair via the Laktion might look erJobs database different depending on what and filter the results based on the individual student hopes the types of available job posito gain from attending. Min- tions. Proctor advises students imally, students seriously to strategize and make a plan looking for a job or intern- for visiting the organizations ship should dress profession- that interest them the most, ally and bring several copies given that there will be 244 difof their resume, she said. ferent companies represented Becklin said business-ca- at the fair and it will be difficult sual attire should be appropri- to visit all or even most of them. ate for first and second-year For students who still feel students more interested in unprepared the day of the fair, simply exploring the fair and there will be a new “ask me”

FACE-TO-FACE: GVSU students line up at the winter semester career fair. The event attracted between 1,800 and 2,000 students and was held in the DeVos Place Thursday, Feb. 26. GVL | LUKE HOLMES

table outside the fair where students can pose last-minute questions or get tips from representatives of the Career Center, Disability Support Resources, Veterans Network, International Center and the Office of Multicultural Affairs.

Proctor thinks students will benefit from attending the career fair in multiple ways, ranging from simply getting experience interacting with potential employers to walking away with an interview. “If you have one positive

experience that you’re taking away from the career fair, I think that’s good and that experience could look different for every single person,” she said. For more information about the career fair, visit www.gvsu.edu/careers.

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Stop clowning around

By Taylor Scholtens

CLOWNS NOT PERMITTED

In light of campus safety concerns, recent clown tricks aren’t funny

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t’s the plot of every cheesy horror movie. Clowns creeping through old, abandoned houses, peeking around open doors or watching you sleep in the dark. But Hollywood is as far as the creepy clown impersonations should go. Throughout more than 10 different states, there have been reports of individuals dressed as clowns wandering through the woods, approaching children in parking lots and sending threatening messages. In Muskegon, Michigan, schools were forced into a “soft lockdown” Monday, Oct. 3 following a “creepy clown threat.” At the beginning of the week, police in North Carolina received a phone call about a clown looking to lure children into the woods. With reports such as these coming in at what seems to be an alarming rate, law officials and citizens are making it clear to their communities that this kind of behavior is not acceptable and, most importantly, not funny. Grand Valley State University is not exempt from the fear that follows the creepy clown trend. With reports of “clown spottings” showing up on social media platforms and within conversations in the classroom, a general sense of uneasiness has set across the campus. Though this is a unique and unexpected threat, it couldn’t have come at a more inappropriate time. In light of a recent spike in reported sexual assaults and crime near campus, there is no need for an added source of distress. In fact, if you look at the

historical background behind the creepy clown trend, there are ties to serial killers and characteristics of psychopathic behaviors. In the 1960s, notorious serial killer John Wayne Gacy went on a killing spree murdering 33 people dressed as his alter ego, “Pogo the Clown.” Encouraging or mimicking this kind of threatening and dangerous behavior is nothing to be laughing about. It seems as though once a decade, these creepy clowns come back to haunt us. In the 1980s, clowns were spotted around the nation attempting to lure children into vans or remote locations. Though these threats are nothing new, the consequences of these threats remain the same. Any actions that negatively impact a community and a sense of general safety are not acceptable. Maybe you want to ignore these threats or possibly join in on the fun, but as the sightings increase, the severity of each event could as well. Especially if the clowns are waving a weapon around, the police are not going to ignore this behavior. As Halloween approaches, pick another costume or maybe keep your inner clown at home. If you feel like getting into the swing of the Halloween season this year, pick up a Stephen King novel, have a horror movie marathon or find a great Halloween party. There’s a setting for terrifying behavior, and that’s behind the scenes of a movie set or within the pages of a book, not in our Laker community.

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Battle of the Valleys: A tradition on and off the field

BY ELLA FRITZEMEIER FRITZEME@MAIL.GVSU.EDU

Every time students hear the phrase “Battle of the Valleys,” they typically associate it with some kind of sporting event in which Grand Valley State University plays Saginaw Valley State University. Yet, what many students don’t know is that Battle of the Valleys is also an annual weeklong charity competition that takes place the week before the GVSU vs SVSU football game. During this week, each school attempts to the raise the most money possible toward a

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tions, all working together to make this the best year for Battle of the Valleys yet. We have fun events planned, including a pumpkin 5K, GV’s Got Talent, Mr. Laker Pageant, a Super Smash Bros. tournament, Family Feud, a water pong tournament and more. There are many different opportunities to donate money throughout the week at these fun and exciting events, as well as through an online form. Even with this great coalition of different groups, we need all students’ help. If every student simply donated $1, we would be able to raise $25,325, benefiting so many organizations dedicated to helping future generations. Be sure to check out the events and do your part to help us defeat the Cardinals in the tradition off the field, while cheering on our team to beat them, as usual, on the field. GO TO: http://bit.ly/2cTENal FOR MORE INFORMATION

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involved in something more important than themselves. In the past, the Laker Children’s Fund has helped donate to organizations including Manna’s Meals, Team Jarod/Team Caleb, the SECOM Resource Center and other organizations focused on helping children. Yet, we only have so much money to give and nonprofit organizations continue to apply for the money in the Laker Children’s Fund. Thus, it is vital that we raise as much money as possible so that we do not have to turn away many organizations that are doing such great things in our community. Little do you know, students are already gearing up and planning for this tradition, happening from Sunday, Oct. 30 to Saturday, Nov. 5. This year, Battle of the Valleys is a coalition made up of student senate, the Laker Traditions Team, Greek life, Future Alumni Association, Resident Housing Association and Spotlight Produc-

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GV L ED ITORIA L B OA R D AUDRA GAMBLE HANNAH LENTZ JESS HODGE BEAU TROUTMAN KATE BRANUM ASHLYN KORIENEK

charity of their choosing. It’s a win-win for both schools, yet GVSU seems to never match the contributions SVSU raises despite our school having more than double the amount of students. SVSU has 9,766 students and GVSU has 25,325 students enrolled for 2016. As a result, GVSU has rarely ever taken home the trophy for Battle of the Valleys fundraising. Let’s change that this year. This tradition, originating from 2003, helps encourage both universities to be engaged in their communities. The proceeds GVSU raises goes toward the Laker Children’s Fund, an organization that began in 2013. This organization awards grants to various nonprofit organizations in Kent County and Ottawa County communities that promote education and well-being in youth. This organization is that it is primarily student-led. This allows our fellow Lakers the chance to take on a leadership role, gain vital real-world work experience and become

Editor’s note: This letter to the editor is in response to a column by Jake Keeley published in the Sept. 26 issue of the Grand Valley Lanthorn, titled “The challenges of public speaking.” As the director of Grand Valley State University’s Speech Lab, it is easy for others to assume that public speaking has always come naturally to me. It’s easy to assume that I find

speaking to be an effortless process. As much as I would like these things to be true, they are not. It is only with hard work and extensive practice that I’ve become a skilled speaker. If I can do it, you can too. In a recent Lanthorn article, “The challenges of public speaking,” the author said, in summary, requiring public speaking in college classrooms is a waste of time. I disagree with this premise. Primarily, I am concerned that the author is contemplating giving up on the life-long process of learning associated with public speaking. Additionally, I am afraid the purpose of a liberal arts education has been misunderstood. Finally, I want to offer a helping hand. First, the author of the column views public speaking as either a skill or talent. This view suggests speaking as an innate talent, but that’s

just not true. The issues the author addressed in his column are not uncommon and can be addressed by continued learned. Taking storytelling classes, learning empathic listening skills and practicing how to teach others will address each of these deficient areas. Don’t give up—keep learning. Second, it seems as though there is a misunderstanding about the purpose of a liberal arts education. It might be useful here to describe what a liberal arts education is not. It is not simple job training and it is not singular in nature. In other words, an education at GVSU will not prepare you for one specific job in one specific location. Instead, it will prepare you for a lifetime of opportunities. It will teach you how to recognize and capitalize on those opportunities, and

how to use them to benefit yourself and your community. When the author states that he should not have to speak in public because he is “not good at it,” he misses the point. That is the exact reason he should be asked to speak in public—to become good at it. Similarly, the author states that group projects should be designed to emphasize individual skills and de-emphasize individual weaknesses. I disagree. These assignments, and others, should be aimed at teaching and learning, challenging and improving, as well as experiencing and developing. Without challenge there is no growth. Without growth there is no education.

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QUESTION OF THE ISSUE DO YOU THINK THE RECENT “CLOWN ATTACKS” ARE FUNNY? KYLE MCVEY

ERIC LACERNA

“Yes, I am not afraid of clowns but I know people who are. I don’t think there’s any merit in any of these attacks.”

“They are ironically funny became you don’t expect these attacks to actually be happening.”

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“No. I am terrified of clowns, and I don’t think they are funny at all.”

“No, because nobody wants to get stabbed in the jugular. You know what I mean?”

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YEAR: Senior MAJOR: Film and video HOMETOWN: Flushing, Michigan

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CAMPUS DINING

Expanding students’ palates

International dinners feature food, culture from around the world BY KYLE DOYLE KDOYLE@LANTHORN.COM

NEW EXPERIENCES: A Grand Valley State University enjoys her international dinner. The dinners are held one Sunday every month and feature food from a different culture. COURTESY | ELIZABETH JAWISH

Once a month, Grand Valley State University students are able to experience a festival of culture, an opportunity to make new friends and new food from another country. The Connection and the Padnos International Center have teamed up to provide International dinners one Sunday a month, showcasing the food of a different culture. “Every month, we pick a different student to work with Chef Joe Torres and Chef Colin Yonkers to put together a meal that best represents their country,” said Elizabeth Jawish, international student integration coordinator. The dinner series has been going on for five years and has showcased different foods and cultures from across the globe, including Nepal, Turkey and Brazil.

“Our last one featured an Brazilian dish called a feijoada,” Jawish said. “It’s black beans with meat and it was really good. To add to the meal, the capoeira club on campus came out and performed.” The next international dinner, however, will differ from the standard routine. International students will get a new kind of experience than what the dinners already offer. Working closely with the Sustainable Agriculture Project (SAP) and farm manager Youssef Darwich, the international students will spend the day on the farm before delving into a fresh-cooked meal. Darwich said they are going to have the students plant trees at the SAP farm. The farm began as a community garden in 2008 and has grown larger every year. It offers students of all majors, backgrounds and standings to come together

for a truly unique, interdisciplinary experience. “My dad is a Syrian immigrant, so I’ve been exposed to multiple cultures my whole life, and it’s amazing to see everyone’s perception of the world,” Darwich said. “I think food is such a great way to share culture with people.” The next international dinner takes place Sunday, Oct. 23. Jawish said she knows that sometimes people aren’t interested in the meal because it might look unusual, but still encourages not only international students to come out, but anyone who is interested. “I’d imagine if we did an Italian dinner, the numbers would be through the roof,” she said. “But, we’ve had students come into The Connection, see what’s going on and say ‘why not’ and then try something new and end up really enjoying it.”

SERVICE

Peace Corps volunteers share experiences, encourage student sign-ups BY DYLAN GROSSER DGROSSER@LANTHORN.COM

From the Dominican Republic, Malawi, South Africa, the Republic of Palau and elsewhere around the globe, returned Peace Corps volunteers spoke to students in the Grand Rapids Public Library Tuesday, Oct. 4. Their service varied from education, agriculture, economic development, the environment, health and youth in development. Lydia Barbash-Riley served in the Dominican Republic from 2010-12. Before serving, she did some volunteer work with AmeriCorps and in the youth criminal justice system. In the Dominican Republic, Barbash Riley said the most impactful thing she experi-

enced was the generous and giving culture. “There were people willing to take the tiniest piece of cake and split it among 10 people, so everyone can have a little bit,” Barbash-Riley said. “Very sharing, generous culture and people wouldn’t even think twice before sharing the last thing they had.” Barbash-Riley joined the Peace Corps because of her cousin, another volunteer, after hearing about some of her experiences in Zimbabwe. She said she remembered hearing how difficult, yet overwhelming positive, it was. “I decided then, at that young and impressionable age, this is something I wanted to do. I wanted to be able to give back, to share some of the privilege that I grew up with,” Barbash-Riley said. “It’s the best

decision I ever made in my life.” Chris Lloyd served in the Peace Corps in the Republic of Palau from 2000-04. Her primary responsibility was to do research on the coral reefs there, which are vital to the country’s tourism industry. Now, that experience in the Republic Palau has helped her in her current position: a high school science teacher. “Because I’m a high school teacher, you need a lot of patience, and I feel it’s really helped me with that,” Lloyd said. “It’s given me good experience so I can talk about that with the kids I teach, and use that to bring them into science.” Llyod met her husband during her service, and still keeps in contact with her host family via Facebook. Carissa Patrone, the Peace Corps campus recruiter for

ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY: Former Peace Corps volunteers team up with Grand Valley State University to encourage students to decide to become a volunteer Tuesday, Oct. 5. GVL | EMILY FRYE

Grand Valley State University, preluded the meeting, speaking about the Peace Corps itself, how to apply for it, and what sectors of the Peace Corps exist. Patrone served in the Peace Corps in 2013-15 after she graduated. She was an education volunteer, teaching English in two public high schools in Nicaragua and to some adults in the community. She said she had preconceived notions of the what the Peace Corps was

like before she went into it, but after she served, it was nothing like she thought it would be. “In the end I think about the relationships I’ve made and how they’re still lasting today,” Patrone said. “I was surprised about how these people became my family.” An advantage of joining the Peace Corps, Patrone said, is the experience of learning more about oneself. “It’s just an experience that

is unlike any other, in that your service is based on how you want it to be,” Patrone said. A bachelor’s degree is required for most sectors of the Peace Corps, making college juniors and seniors the prime demographic for recruitment. Patrone said she hopes to get 50 applicants this year, spread across GVSU and other colleges like Kendall College and Calvin College, where she also serves as campus recruiters.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

Marketing career night provides job opportunities for students BY MEGHAN MCBRADY MMCBRADY@LANTHORN.COM

For marketing students at Grand Valley State University, learning what a consumer wants and finding creative ways to meet those needs is integral to their studies. While studying various elements of marketing is one thing, finding a job and applying those skills to a realworld setting is another. In order to highlight potential career paths for marketing students, GVSU’s Seidman College of Business marketing department partnered with GVSU’s American Marketing Association (AMA) for a “Marketing Career Night” Monday, Oct. 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Held at the Loosemore Forum in the L. William Seidman

Center, there were about 75 to 80 students that attended the event and met with 24 companies and the marketing professionals representing them. From meeting with various local and international businesses – including the Grand Rapids Griffins and Ranir LLC – students switched from each business’ table every 15 minutes in order to learn about various marketing careers and learn about potential internship opportunities. Maria Landon, a GVSU affiliate marketing professor, said the career night allows students to network with potential employers, ask questions and gain tips for writing a resume or getting that second interview. “The purpose is for career exploration,” she said.

“Marketing has a lot of options, it’s a broad field.” Emphasizing how students who major in marketing have a broad range of career options, which ranges from working with social media to research and project development, she said the event is a way for students to understand what it means to have a full-time marketing position in an organization. “It’s not a career fair, they’re not asking for a job, but for tips to see what they can do with a marketing degree in their organization,” she said. “I also told my students that they could bring their resume and ask the person if they would mind to look at it later so they could provide feedback.” Cecil Johnson, a GVSU

alumnus and the university relations manager at Quicken Loans, said being able to talk to students about Quicken Loans internship opportunities is a wonderful opportunity to meet with GVSU students and talk about marketing careers within the company. Being a GVSU alumnus, he said, he is happy to come back to an event like GVSU’s “Marketing Career Night” as an employer helping individuals

find jobs, as he understands the struggle of trying to find a job immediately after graduation. “Finding jobs is a tough obstacle to overcome after graduation,” he said. “I’m glad that I’m able to help individuals cross that bridge to find their future career path.” Providing an opportunity to engage and meet with local and international members of the Grand Rapids community, the marketing career night is a time for stu-

dents to engage with various organizations and companies in a business setting and gain insight into becoming a marketing professional. “The opportunities that are available within marketing, which can be from a very small local company to a huge global organization, will feel very different,” said Megan Riksen, assistant director of the GVSU Career Center. “It’s really great to expose students to the whole spectrum of their field.”

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facility services Energy Department POTENTIAL: Students at Marketing Careers Night Monday, Oct. 3 inside the Seidman College of Business. The fair gave students the opportunity to meet with various businesses. GVL | MEGHAN MCBRADY

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Gleaves Whitney, director of Grand Valley State University’s Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies, will present a Wheelhouse talk regarding the upcoming election Friday, Oct. 7. He will discuss the political environment and analyze the ideals of modern American society. Whitney will also discuss if various political movements can work together to find common ground. The event will be held at 4 p.m. in the Charles W. Loosemore Auditorium in the DeVos Center. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www. hauensteincenter.org.

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STUDENT ORGS

Greek life by the numbers GV chapters raise more than $200,000 for charity

HISPANIC HERITAGE EVENT: MARISEL HERRERA Coach, author and educator Marisel Herrera will speak at Grand Valley State University to empower Latina/o students and youth to maintain fearless lives. Herrera’s message affirms the power of education, faith, culture and community to transform one’s life. The forum will take pace Friday, Oct. 7 at noon located in the Kirkhof Center’s Grand River Room. Herrera will share experiences from housing projects of New York City to the halls of academia, from over two decades as an educational leader. The event is LIB 100 and LIB 201 approved as attendees will gain a new awareness on the challenges and obstacles that young people of color face in accessing educational opportunities. Upon completion of the program, attendees will be able to analyze the history of oppression in comparison to today’s events.

TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE TOUR HOSTED AT GV Grand Valley State University will host the 2016 Technology Showcase Tour, located in Parking Lot G on the Allendale Campus. This event is the industry’s only fully integrated commercial technology tour, which takes place in a tour trailer. Students can learn about solutions from industryleading manufacturers Friday, Oct. 7 from 8 a.m. to noon. The interactive event will allow students to view and experience the latest technology in the nation. The event is free and open to the public.

GV STUDENTS PREPARE FOR DANCE AUDITIONS Students who want to major or minor in Dance at Grand Valley State University should complete an online application for the Dance Program, where each applicant can choose their individual audition date. The 2016-2017 upcoming audition dates are Friday, Oct. 7 and Friday, Nov. 11. The remaining dates are in early 2017 during the winter semester. Students are encouraged to audition early, as spaces and scholarships are limited. For more information, contact the Office of Music and Dance at (616) 331-3484. The auditions for Oct. 7 will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

RECRUITS: The sisters of Tri Sigma cheer on new members at the 2016 bid night Monday, Sept. 26. COURTESY | PANHELLENIC COUNCIL BY ASHLYN KORIENEK LAKERLIFE@LANTHORN.COM

From walking miles for Multiple Sclerosis awareness to hosting baking competitions, the Greek life at Grand Valley State University is committed to building philanthropic efforts and straightening the community. For the 2015 calendar year, the funds raised by the GVSU Greek community increased by $44,500 compared to the 2014 amount. Last year, both fraternities and sororities completed 50,772 hours of direct service. “Our numbers continue to rise each year and I am always proud of the effort our commu-

nity puts into their philanthropy and service,” said Santiago Gayton, assistant director for fraternity and sorority life. “I hope they continue to do good work and I look forward to seeing the numbers for 2016.” For 2015, Gayton said the Greek community raised $219,255, far surpassing the $174,756 total for 2014. Participating in the action, 17 sororities and 16 fraternities contributed to this number during 2015. In total, all chapters were comprised of 1,644 members who contributed to the effort. “There’s no established requirement for our organization to hit,” Gayton said. “Although, many organizations strive to break their

previous year’s totals and a few are competitive between one another. I would say our goal as a community to have a positive impact was hit, and we are very proud of the total dollar amount raised.” As the bid night for 2016 finalized Monday, Sept. 26 for sororities and Tuesday, Sept. 27 for fraternities, both the GVSU Interfraternity Council (IFC) and Panhellenic Council reported an increase in the number of members recruited from previous years. President of the Panhellenic Council Malayna Hasmanis said the final number of bids for 2016 is still being process, but the total number is climbing over 400. For 2015, the fall recruitment brought in 404 bids, which Hasmanis is confident has increased this fall. “Although the numbers are still being finalized with recruitment ending a little more than a week ago, it is evident there is a distinct increase,” Hasmanis said. “This is so exciting to know there is a growing interest in women wanting to be a part of our Greek community.” Traditionally, the IFC runs its process differently than the Panhellenic Council as bids are made year-round per chapter. However, IFC President Speros Panagos said the fall recruitment process is vital to attracting the new student population.

Although he is unsure of the exact total from last year’s recruitment, Panagos is also sure the number of bids has escalated for 2016 in efforts to increase Greek awareness. “IFC operates under a 365-recruitment style, where any fraternity can issue a bid to a potential new member if they see fit,” he said. “I am positive we have seen a sizable increase in number of accepted and handed out bids this fall from the last.” In addition, Gayton said the total new members from 2015 was 728, which includes winter recruitment as well. These new members are crucial to increasing participation and awareness on Greek life efforts throughout the year. Despite the individual philanthropic and recruitment efforts each chapter contributes, Gayton said GVSU Greek life is focused on creating a campus-wide impact reaching out to numerous community partners. “The overarching goal is to give back to our community,” he said. “As engaged college students and members of value based communities, we recognize that we are members of a larger community. We want to give back to the GVSU community and to the surrounding Allendale and Grand Rapids communities.”

LAKER TRADITIONS

GV holds 21st annual Renaissance Festival BY SAMANTHA ELLIOTT-MOSLEY SELLIOT-MOSLEY@LANTHORN.COM

Noble knights, tavern patrons, students and community members transformed themselves and Grand Valley State University’s campus to celebrate the 21st annual Renaissance Festival. Festival attendees gathered on the lawn in front of the Cook Carillon Tower Saturday, Oct. 1 and Sunday, Oct. 2 to watch re-enactors battle with swords or spin fire, learn about life during the Renaissance and buy goods from vendors. Peasant and pirate-based groups, among many others, set up tents for attendees to experience all aspects of Renaissance culture at the annual event. Handmade goods such as jewelry, clothing and food were sold. Founded in 1995 by four GVSU students, the GVSU Renaissance Festival is one of the longest-running student organizations on campus. The club anticipates and plans for the festival all year, and holds pride in being the largest student-run renaissance festival in the country. In addition, the Renaissance Festival is one of Michigan’s only free festivals and focuses on ensuring the event is family friendly and inclusive. Jordan Sickrey, merchant director for the festival, said the preparation leading up

ACTION: Participants role play Saturday, Oct. 1 on the Kirkhof Center lawn at the 21st annual Renaissance Festival. GVL | MACKENZIE BUSH

to the fair as being hard and stressful work, but worth it for the final product. “This is the most fun I have all year,” Sickrey said. After the all of the hard work in making sure the festival can run without error, Sickrey changed roles on the day of the festival and pursued the role of Riona Starsight, the “Queen of the Fairies.” “We want everyone to be able to come, and enjoy themselves and just kind of forget about the real world for a while,” Sickrey said. This is Sickrey’s third year being involved with the GVSU Renaissance Festival. Although the weather did not boast clear skies all weekend and there were fewer vendors than in the past, she said this was her best year so far. Corbett Lambert, the festival’s head of site, entertainment and treasurer, said the event drew in about 2,000 people. Lambert said the sense of extended community and fun the Renaissance Fes-

tival provides, as both a club and during the annual event, is a memorable experience. “It’s one big family, people you can rely on,” Lambert said. “I know most of these people by their first name, and I love meeting everyone else who attends. The Renaissance Festival is something everyone should go to at least once.” In addition, Sickrey also values the lasting relationships formed through the GVSU Renaissance Festival. “This weekend has been about remembering that this isn’t just a club. It’s a family,” Sickrey said. In the past, the group has held other events such as the Duke’s Ball and Yule Faire, which are annual upcoming events for the semester. Meetings for the Renaissance club are held on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. in the Kirkhof Center. For more information regarding the club and events, visit the GVSU Renaissance Festival OrgSync webpage.

DIVERSITY

Feminist Film Friday features ‘Lemonade’ BY TY KONELL TKONELL@LANTHORN.COM

Maintaining its feminist roots, the Grand Valley State University Women’s Center has started the school year off by continuing its Feminist Film Friday series. Feminist Film Friday began during the 2015 winter semester. The once-monthly showing of a film is held in the Women’s

Center, followed by a discussion of the film and its themes from a feminist perspective. For the 2016-17 school year, the Women’s Center put on a showing of “Lemonade,” the visual album accompanying singer Beyoncé’s sixth studio album. “We chose ‘Lemonade’ because it is accessible, but also emphasizes the intersections of race and gender as well as

different artistic styles,” said Jessica Jennrich, director of the GVSU Women’s Center. “Pop culture is often devalued with academia as not being as complex as scholarship or research. Yet, ‘Lemonade’ has proven itself to be a rich and complicated piece of work that is worthy of dialogue.” Throughout the school year, different themes will be discussed through Feminist Film Fridays. “We discuss many different themes from the intersections of race and gender to socioeconomic status to nationality and many other diverse topics. Our main focus is how these topics interact with gender,” Jennrich said. LOG ON TO:

FILM: Attendees watch “Lemonade” by Beyoncé Friday, Sept. 30 during the Women Center’s Feminist Film Friday series. GVL | TY KONELL

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QUICK HITS LAKERS’ MAY NAMED GLIAC ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

After running in the Greater Louisville Classic, Grand Valley State cross country runner Chris May earned GLIAC Men’s Athlete of the Week honors. May finished with a time of 24:04.49, good enough for a ninth-place finish. The race consisted of over 300 runners from more than 30 different Division I and II schools. It was May’s first official scoring event of the 2016 season after running individually in the Spartan Invitational Friday, Sept. 16. This is the first time the senior has won the award during his time at GVSU.

Mr. Fourth quarter FOOTBALL

MCKISSIC NAMED GLIAC DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Devin McKissic, a cornerback on the Grand Valley State football team, earned GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week for his efforts in last week’s game against Ohio Dominican. McKissic was a part of a GVSU defense that helped the Lakers seal a 2421 victory against the Panthers. With the Panthers driving inside of the Lakers own 20-yard line with only 17 seconds left in the game, McKissic picked off the Ohio Dominican quarterback to secure the win for GVSU. He also tallied six tackles, one for a fouryard loss and one pass break up during the game. He now leads the team with seven pass break ups on the season.

MENCOTTI REPEATS AS GLIAC OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK

For the second straight week, Grand Valley State women’s soccer player Gabriella Mencotti was named top offensive player in the conference. Mencotti led the Lakers’ offense with six goals and two assists in two games. In the Friday Night Futbol game against Tiffin at Lubbers Stadium, Mencotti netted four goals to help the team to a 10-0 win. She followed up that performance with another two goals against Ashland. She leads the team in goals (12), points (31) and shots (64). Mencotti ranks third in goals scored, second in points and fourth in assists in all of Division II.

SAVING THE WIN: Devin McKissic (30) celebrates his game winning interception with his fellow teammates in Columbus, Ohio. McKissic is currently a sophomore cornerback for the football team and the GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week after contributing to a Laker win against the Ohio Dominican Panthers. GVL | KEVIN SIELAFF

GV’s Devin McKissic earning the trust of his teammates as a clutch defender BY BEAU TROUTMAN SPORTS@LANTHORN.COM

He will tell you he just brings his one-eleventh to the defense. He admires Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman—not for his brash confidence, but for his wits and intelligence. His favorite movie is Goodfellas. His name is Devin McKissic. McKissic, a sophomore cornerback and the GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week, made a clutch interception with 17 seconds left in Grand Valley State’s 24-21

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Though their names aren’t Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci or Ray Liotta, McKissic is a part of an experienced and talented secondary along with fellow cornerback Tre Walton, safety Garret Pougnet, safety Donte Carey and nickel Marquez Gollman. With Walton missing the last two games with an ankle injury, sophomore Jacob Studdard and redshirt freshman Kalen Dunham have embodied what McKissic calls the “next man up” mentality the defensive backfield players have.

“I thought McKissic played a really good game,” said GVSU coach Matt Mitchell. “I thought all three of our corners, even though they’re young, played a really good game. They made some tackles and did some nice things for our football team. Obviously, it gets highlighted by Devin’s play, which was huge at that point in time. It saved us the win.” Mitchell said McKissic’s biggest improvement from last year is his consistency, SEE MCKISSIC | A8

W. SOCCER

SWEENEY EARNS GLIAC PLAYER OF THE WEEK HONORS

After a 2-0 weekend in both singles and doubles, Grand Valley State women’s tennis player Alexa Sweeney was named GLIAC Women’s Tennis Player of the Week.

VARSITY SCHEDULE FOOTBALL Saturday 7 p.m. vs. Ferris State WOMEN’S SOCCER Friday 7 p.m. at Walsh Sunday 1 p.m. at Lake Erie VOLLEYBALL Friday 7 p.m. vs. Tiffin Saturday 4 p.m. vs. Ashland WOMEN’S TENNIS Friday, all day at WisconsinWhitewater Invitational Saturday, all day at WisconsinWhitewater Invitational Saturday, 10 a.m. at Tiffin Sunday, 10 a.m. at Findlay CROSS COUNTRY Friday, all day at Lansing Community College Invitational Saturday, all day at Conference Crossover WOMEN’S GOLF Sunday, all day at Big Beall Classic (Findlay Country Club SWIM AND DIVE Saturday, 1 p.m. hosting Blue and White Intrasquad meet

UNFAMILIAR TERRITORY: Kendra Stauffer (5) moves the ball in front of the Eagles’ net during the recent game against Ashland University Sunday, Oct. 2. The Grand Valley State’s women’s soccer team lost their first game of the season against Florida Tech University with a final score of 2-1 Wednesday, Oct. 5. GVL | KEVIN SIELAFF

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For the first time since Oct. 17, 2014, the Grand Valley State University women’s soccer team lost a game on its home field. The No. 1 Lakers were upset by No. 14 Florida Tech 2-1 Wednesday, Oct. 5. In the first half, the Lakers were in unfamiliar territory. Florida Tech University rattled off more

shots on goal than the Lakers in the first 45 minutes. “The game was wide open, and I think that’s why there were so many scoring chances and shots for both teams,” said GVSU coach Jeff Hosler. “I think both teams were stretched more than they would have liked to have been defensively.” With less than 15 minutes to play in the half, the Lakers caught a break when a Pan-

GV soccer suffers first loss to Florida Tech 2-1

thers’ defender deflected the ball into their own net. GVSU forward Kendra Stauffer broke through the back line and had only the goalie to beat. Stauffer’s first shot was stopped by the Panthers’ goalie, but the rebound was deflected into the net by a Panthers’ defender. The Lakers started the second half with a one-goal lead, but Florida Tech quickly answered with an equal-

izer less than 10 minutes after intermission. The Panthers crossed a ball in from the right side, and the charging forward buried the cross in the back of the net. The goal broke GVSU’s scoreless streak of 611 minutes. Just five minutes later, Florida Tech had another scoring opportunity stopped by the right goal post. “Our possession was not great today,” said GVSU’s

Clare Carlson. “We were caught on our heels a little bit.” Scrambling, the Lakers found some offensive success after clearing the ball out of the defensive zone. GVSU composed five minutes of strong attack, including six corner kicks and a shot off the crossbar, but were unable to capitalize on the opportuniSEE SOCCER | A8

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something he had trouble with as a freshman. “The difference between high school and college football, one thing I learned is, you’ve got to be locked in every play, make sure you play with discipline,” McKissic said. “If you don’t have that, you’re going to get exploited.” Focus has been his biggest improvement, but McKissic briefly lost that focus this past summer. McKissic used to wear jersey No. 1. During training camp, McKissic said he “got in trouble.” The coaches stripped him of the No. 1, and gave him No. 30, which he wears now. McKissic took it as a learning experience, and his

SWAGGER: Devin McKissic (30) looks on after a play during GVSU’s win over the Northern Michigan Wildcats Sept. 17. McKissic is in his second year playing cornerback for the Lakers. GVL | KEVIN SIELAFF

actions from there forward weren’t so much about a jersey number, but earning back his teammates’ trust. “I had to earn the respect of my teammates back,” McKissic said. “I wasn’t really too concerned about the number change, I just wanted to make sure I was still going to get the opportunity to be a part of the team.” Suffice it to say, the interception at Ohio Dominican was a good way of earning that respect back. The ODU interception wasn’t the first time McKissic has made a clutch play. In the first round playoff game versus Ashland last year, McKissic made an interception that led to the Lakers’ first touchdown of the game. McKissic describes himself as a playmaker, and is con-

fident he can stay at the top of his game even in the most pressure-filled situations. He mentioned a mantra the football team has used this season, “T.N.T, takes no talent,” that emphasizes doing the little things right and doing their “one-eleventh” on the field. Ferris State will be at GVSU for potentially the most important game of the regular season this Saturday, Oct. 8. No matter the situation Saturday, McKissic’s teammates can count on him to do his one-eleventh. “I just try to think that every play is coming to me and even if I’m not in man coverage, or if I’m in zone, I just like to think that the offensive concept is coming toward me, and be in the right position to be able to make a play.”

TOO CLOSE: Devin McKissic (30) and company celebrate his game winning interception in Grand Valley State’s 24-21 win over the Ohio Dominican Panthers on the road Saturday, Oct. 1. GVL | KEVIN SIELAFF

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ties. “We have had two matches this season where we have played with a real sense of urgency,” Hosler said. “The rest of it, we‘ve played very complacent and gone through the motions.” With less than four minutes in the game, Florida Tech’s Keira McCarthy stole a pass from GVSU goalie Jennifer Steinaway, gathered the ball and took a high shot. The shot slipped through Steinaway’s fingers and rolled across the goal line, giving the Panthers a one-goal lead with three minutes left in the game. GVSU hurried an attack, but the Lakers’ offense ran out of time. The late goal was enough for the Panthers to complete the upset. “It’s definitely a wake-up call,” Carlson said. “We had a great weekend, but that doesn’t give us any excuse to get complacent and come out here and think we are going to win.” The Lakers will need to quickly recover from the rare loss to get ready for a twogame series this weekend. “We need focus on us and what we do,” Carlson said. “We need to play to our standard.” GVSU will travel to Ohio to face off against two GLIAC opponents. The Lakers will play Walsh Friday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m., followed by a visit to Lake Erie Sunday, Oct. 9 at 1 p.m. Hosler is looking forward to see how his team rebounds. “Let’s see how much heart they have,” he said.

STEAL: Gabriella Mencotti (20) spars with Ashland’s Sydney Wright (4) in the Lakers’ 5-0 win over the Ashland Eagles Sunday, Oct. 2 in Allendale. Grand Valley State lost its first game of the season and their first home game since Oct. 17, 2014 at the hands of the No. 14 ranked Florida Tech Panthers 2-1 Wednesday, Oct. 5. GVL | KEVIN SIELAFF

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BACK ON THE ICE: Grand Valley State’s DII hockey team looks down the rink during a match Sept. 18, 2015. The team is working to prepare for the start of its upcoming 2016 season with hopes to make it to the Division II national tournament for the 10th consecutive year. The first match for this year’s home-opener will be against Rochester College Friday, Oct. 7 at Georgetown Ice Arena at 8 p.m. GVL | EMILY FRYE

DII hockey gears up for 2016

BY NATALIE LONGROY NLONGROY@LANTHORN.COM

The Grand Valley State men’s ice hockey (Division II) team is ready to start the 2016 season, and is a team that seems to be getting better every year. The Lakers have made it to the national tournament 10 years in a row. Last season, the team made it to the national semifinals and lost to Florida Gulf Coast. They finished out the season ranked third in the nation. Over the summer, players had the opportunity to go to two weekend training camps. Then tryouts are based off of two weeks of six skate sessions. Now, the team has been practicing together for a month. With a long, grueling season ahead of them starting in October and going until March, there

isn’t much rest for this team. “We really don’t have too many weekends off and even when we do, because of our success in the past few years, teams get up to play against us,” said GVSU coach Mike Forbes. “We’ve made it to 10 consecutive national tournaments and everybody in Division II knows that, so we have a bull’s-eye on our back.” The team consists of 15 returning players and eight rookies. Each player offers some kind of skill to the team, ranging from speed to stick-handling. “Everybody brings something different to the table when it comes to our team,” said GVSU goalie Spencer Craig. “Not everyone is a goal scorer, not everyone is the fastest guy on the ice and not everyone plays the defensive zone

as well as each other so the returning guys have a good mix of all that and no one or two guys are more important than the next.” The team has a veteran defense with solid goalkeeping. Offensively, the team lost some of their top goal-scorers who graduated last year, but will rely on returners and the rookies to lead the charge. For special teams, Troy Marrett said the team lost their top penalty kill unit, but with their veteran defense, they shouldn’t have any issues. Marrett also said the power play unit will be building off the success from last season. For this season, a lot of teams GVSU will face are highly ranked. LindenwoodBelleville, Lindenwood-St. Charles, Miami University and Michigan State are all tough

opponents on the schedule. able to fight that off for seven The team will also play Flori- months is a challenge.” da Gulf Coast, the defending With the first game Friday champions, in January. Oct. 7, Forbes has yet to asA lot can sign captain and happen with assistant capa season as tain, yet many “We have a lot of players will have long as this, so challenges are leadership roles great characters bound to arise. on the team. in the room and “A challenge A handful together it’s a I would expect of players did to face is just like great atmosphere not start college most teams, I right out of high to be around.” believe, and that school, but rathis keeping the er went to play intensity and the junior hockey. SPENCER CRAIG drive as the seaFor sophomore GVSU GOALIE son wears on,” Lucas Little, this Craig said. “It’s was the case. a long haul and Little played guys get tired and beat up. Be- in the North American Hocking able to get up for games and ey League for the Port Huron practices and mix in home- Fighting Falcons and the Keywork and studying becomes stone Ice Miners. a little more difficult, so being Junior hockey prepared

Little not only as a player, but as a person. “Junior hockey helped me mature as a person which helped the transition to college much easier,” Little said. “I might have been a 21-year-old freshman, but I felt more confident and prepared in the classroom.” Players coming from all different backgrounds is a strength the team looks to build off of. “We have a lot of great characters in the room and together it’s a great atmosphere to be around,” Craig said. “We also are deep at all positions on the ice, which will make it tough for opposing teams to find success no matter who is in the lineup.” The home-opener is against Rochester College Friday, Oct. 7 at Georgetown Ice Arena at 8 p.m.

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Not her first rodeo GV’s McDowell invited to AQHA Collegiate Horsemanship Challenge

BY DANNY SCHWARTZ DSCHWARTZ@LANTHORN.COM

When little girls are asked what they want for their birthday or for Christmas, the famous response is “I want a pony.” Most of the time, they don’t actually end up getting one. But at 3 years old, Michelle McDowell got her first pony. Fast forward almost 20 years later, and McDowell, a Grand Valley State senior and captain of the Equestrian Club, has been selected to compete in the AQHA Collegiate Horsemanship Challenge. She will be heading to Oklahoma City in November to represent GVSU against top Division I athletes. She is the only athlete from a Michigan university to be selected. Hailing from Wayland, Michigan, McDowell has been in the horse industry her entire life. She started out showing at fairs in 4-H at 7 years old, competing in Allegan County and Berrien County all the way up until she was 18 years old. After that, she started showing at higher levels to challenge herself. McDowell has worked toward this point her entire life, and is incredibly grateful that her hard work has paid off.

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in two weeks, after notching road wins over Walsh 38-0 and Ohio Dominican 24-21. The game against Ohio Dominican served as a gut-check for a group of Laker starters that had not played a full four quarters due to their large mar-

“When I first joined the team I knew of this competition and I wanted to know how someday I could participate in it,” McDowell said. “This is the most prestigious stage of the horse industry in the world. It’s hard to even put into words how blessed and lucky I am. I’m glad I was able to reach this goal that I had from the time I started on the team.” The Collegiate Challenge in November will include 16 riders, eight from the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) and eight from the National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA), which includes most of the tough Division I schools. The riders were selected from a board, and McDowell was selected because of her performance and first place finish at nationals in May. McDowell became a national champion at the IHSA nationals May 5-8, and she credits it as the biggest moment of her riding career thus far. “I was so glad I was able to share it with so many close people in my life,” McDowell said. “My best friend, all of my teammates and my mom were all there. It was an extremely special moment and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.”

IHSA and NCEA riders will go head-to-head in a single elimination bracket, and it takes place over a twoday period with the finals on the last day. McDowell will be competing there with her coach, Mary Luther-Eggleston, cheering her on. Addison Walstra, McDowell’s teammate and co-captain, believes Michelle has every chance to win in November as she did in nationals. “She’s a very driven and competitive person, but she’s also very caring,” Walstra said. “I wouldn’t know somebody more deserving of this opportunity. The competition will be really stiff, but competition was stiff in nationals, and she won unanimously there.” Even though she has been in the industry her entire life, McDowell isn’t going to school to be a vet or even a horse trainer. McDowell is majoring in elementary education and planning on becoming an elementary school teacher. McDowell credits her mom as being the biggest mentor and helping hand in her success. “When I was younger, I didn’t really understand what it took to be a competitor, and she always motivated me to keep practicing,” Mc-

gins of victory in their first four games. Sophomore cornerback Devin McKissic made a gamesaving interception that earned him GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week honors. The Lakers will bring that experience and mentality into a game that figures to be a closely contested matchup. Three of the Bulldogs’ wins have been decided by three points or less.

“I feel like as a defense, we’ve gotten more confident,” said GVSU senior linebacker David Talley. “We got put into some adverse situations (against ODU), we had guys making big plays when we needed them. It has our defense feeling like we can make plays when we need to.” GVSU ranks first in the GLIAC in points per game

LIVING IN THE MOMENT: Michelle McDowell poses during an equestrian competition. She is currently training to prepare for the AQHA Collegiate Challenge in November. COURTESY | GVSU CLUB SPORTS

Dowell said. “She’s been there through the highs and the lows, the disappointment of defeat and coming out on top. “She’s the last person that gives me a pep talk before I go in and the last person that wipes the dust off my boots and makes sure I have my hair in place. She’s really a big part of what helps me be successful.” McDowell believes this competition will really tell which collegiate riding style produces the strongest rider. NCEA’s format is different because while GVSU is used to getting on a horse cold turkey, NCEA usually warms up prior to the competition. It’s different than what McDowell is used to, but she is confident that with everything she has learned from her coach

and through her own personal experience she’ll be able to adapt to the change. Beside winning, McDowell’s biggest goal in November is to represent GVSU and the equestrian team to the best of her ability. McDowell is also going to make sure to take in the moment as much as she can, because this competition is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Regarding her preparation for November, McDowell will be training a little differently than other competitions, as the skill level of the riders in this competition will be higher than usual. “I’ve been riding different horses that Mary (LutherEggleston) has been able to provide for me,” McDowell said. “I am also planning on

working with other people that have experience with the competition itself and that have been a part of it before.” McDowell didn’t get to this point because of luck. It was hard work and drive that got her to this point. “If people were to describe me in one word, it would probably be ‘determined,’” McDowell said. “I’m definitely the type of person who sets out goals and will put in the effort and do what it takes to achieve it. I know that I have people in my life that have motivated me to put in the required effort and everything that goes into it. I know I would not be able to become national champion and be invited to this without the support I have.”

(42.4), second in offensive yards per game (522.2), first in points allowed per game (11.8) and first in yardage allowed per game (300.4). With quarterback Bart Williams, running back Martayveus Carter and arguably the best receiving corps in the GLIAC, the Lakers know what they’re capable of when all cylinders are firing.

The 2015 regular season blowout doesn’t matter to the Lakers.. For this team, every week brings its own set of challenges. That won’t be any different Saturday. “It’s just another game,” said senior receiver Matt Williams. “You’ve got to approach it as that. We’ve got to come out and execute in practice each day,

each week. Sure, it’s our senior year, but like I said, it’s just another guaranteed opportunity for us to go out and play.” Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. and Tailgate Village lots open at 4 p.m. The game will be live-streamed at www.watchespn.com.

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SHOOTING CLUB

BY MASON TRONSOR MTRONSOR@LANTHORN.COM

Last year, the Grand Valley State shooting club had two alphas. One was senior Gregory Quante who graduated this

past year. The other is current senior Alex Cyburt. Both marksmen qualified for national competition a year ago. With Quante out in the real world, it is time for Cyburt to take the reigns of the team.

PRECISION: Grand Valley State shooting club’s Alex Cyburt looks down the barrel of a rifle to aim. COURTESY | GVSU SHOOTING CLUB

“He is always striving to get better,” said GVSU coach Cameron Zwart. “We start the conference season this Saturday. I hope he can kind of carry us through the conference season.” Cyburt is a second-year transfer student from Saline, Michigan. He transferred to GVSU from Washtenaw Community College. He had never shot a rifle in any competition setting before college. In his first year at GVSU, he gained the experience and knowledge to become an elite marksman. “Remembering back to when I first joined the team, I know that all the new members are looking for someone to look up to and learn from,” Cyburt said. “I hope to be able

GV’s Alex Cyburt to lead club shooting team this season to lead by example.” Cyburt wants to make sure everyone on the team is in the right mindset for competitive shooting. The first competition of the season for the club was held at the Denmer Shooting Sports, Education and Training Center in East Lansing Sunday, Oct. 2. Cyburt led the team by finishing third overall in the men’s competition with a score of 505.1 (out of 654.0). The surprise of the competition was GVSU’s freshman marksman Joseph Lentine, who finished fourth in the men’s division. He shot a 475.1, a fairly impressive score for a first-year competitor. “I went to the match looking for experience,” Lentine said. “I went for the experience, how-

ever it always feels nice to do great in competition.” Lentine is also a native of Saline. His experience in shooting was even less than Cyburt’s when he arrived to GVSU. However, his hard work in practice and dedication has helped propel him into a reliable teammate. “I would not have expected that from someone who has never shot competitively before,” Cyburt said. “If Joe can keep up the determination he has shown in practice, I believe he is going to be a great asset to our team.” Lentine was not the only freshman to contribute a solid score. Bloomfield Hills, Michigan native Alexander Straith finished seventh with

a score of 404.5. The final goal for the GVSU shooting club is to help every competitive shooter on the team qualify for nationals. Last year, only two qualified. This year, the expectations are raised and the future looks very bright. “This season we want to qualify the entire team,” Zwart said. “We have a large new group of folks who have joined the team. They are showing up consistently and putting in a ton of practice time.” The combination of experience and youth on this team is sure to benefit them moving forward. The club’s next event is Saturday, Oct. 8 at the Boilermaker Invitational.

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GV, Ferris State sports editors break down Anchor-Bone Classic BY BEAU TROUTMAN SPORTS@LANTHORN.COM

With the latest installment of the Anchor Bone Classic coming up Saturday, Oct. 8, the premier sports authorities of Grand Valley State football (Lanthorn sports editor Beau Troutman) and Ferris State football (FSU Torch sports editor Marshall Scheldt) teamed up to provide their opinions on Saturday’s bout between the two GLIAC North heavyweights. BT: GVSU seems primed for another run at the national semifinal. At 5-0, the Lakers have established themselves not only as a conference favorite, but a national contender with a No. 2 overall ranking in the Division II AFCA Coaches’ poll. The Bulldogs (4-1) are close behind at second in the GLIAC North. Marshall, what can we expect from a Jason Vander Laan-less Ferris State team this weekend? MS: Even though the team will be without Vander Laan, Ferris State quarterback Reggie Bell has been a good replacement for the two-time Harlon Hill winner. Bell, who transferred to Ferris from Di-

vision I Eastern Michigan, like Vander Laan, is a dual-threat quarterback. He also carries much of the load for the Ferris offense as Vander Laan did, with more pass and rush attempts than any other FSU player this season. The difference is that Bell uses more of his speed and agility than physicality while running the ball. GVSU can expect to see a lot of run-pass options for Bell. GVSU will definitely need to contain Bell, especially along the edge because of his quickness and big play ability. What can we expect in terms of slowing down Bell, putting into consideration the loss of defensive end and Gene Upshaw award winner Matt Judon to the Baltimore Ravens? BT: Going up against a former Division I player is no easy task, but I think the Lakers have what it takes to at least contain Bell. So far, it’s been no Judon, no problem. The addition of graduate transfer Sydney Omameh from Ohio Dominican has added tremendous depth to a pass rushing group that leads the GLIAC with 20 sacks. Omameh leads all defenders with 5.5 sacks this season. GVSU coach Matt Mitchell

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stated earlier this week the Bulldogs do a great job of creating one-on-one matchups, and I think we have a defense that can win those types of battles, especially on the outside, including starting cornerback Devin McKissic, the most recent GLIAC Defensive Player of the Week. GVSU’s offense operates at a 42 points-per game clip, good for first in the conference. With a backfield that boasts quarterback Bart Williams (1202 yards, 11 touchdowns) and running back Martayveus Carter (684 yards, eight touchdowns), what can we expect from the Bulldogs’ defense? MS: There are a couple of factors that will come in to stopping GVSU’s offense. With a high-powered offense like GVSU’s, I think the Bulldogs will have to have a bend, don’t break mentality. GVSU averages 522 yards per game,

so they are going to move the ball. The key will be making stops when GVSU is on our side of the field, and forcing some three-and-outs early in the game to keep GVSU from getting rolling early. I also think a big part of stopping GVSU’s offense will be forcing turnovers, and minimizing them on the offensive side of the ball. Ferris leads the GLIAC with nine interceptions so far on the season, but we have also turned it over 10 times in the first five games, some of which have been costly. For example, in our loss against Ashland we fumbled inside Ashland’s 10-yard line, and also fumbled in the fourth quarter which Ashland was able to scoop and score. This could be a game that comes down to the last drive, so keeping possession as often as possible is crucial. I have sensed that FSU

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students have a growing bitterness toward GVSU sports as the rivalry has became bigger over the past few years, have you noticed a similar trend in Allendale? BT: Most definitely. The big rivalry in these parts is versus Saginaw Valley State for Battle of the Valleys. In recent years, though, the real rivalry has been with the Bulldogs. GVSU is 10-2 against SVSU since 2004. Against the Bulldogs, GVSU won 11 straight contests from 2000 to 2011, but Vander Laan and company won four straight from 201215—save for the team’s last meeting, a 38-34 GVSU win in last year’s postseason. Sorry to bring that one up. With that kind of drama, though, the best Division II football rivalry in Michigan has been the Anchor-Bone Classic. Battle of the Valleys unquestionably comes first in Laker lore, but GVSU’s biggest game this season is against your Bulldogs this weekend. The time has come: What team do you have winning this Saturday night for one of the biggest games in the GLIAC North? MS: Do you want my unbiased opinion, or what

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I actually think is going to happen? Honestly it doesn’t matter, because either way I think the Bulldogs will walk out of Lubbers Stadium with a victory against a very good Grand Valley team. FSU 38, GVSU 35. BT: OK. Respect. But I have to disagree. This game is going to come down to the quarterback play. Both teams feature a dynamic quarterback capable of taking over the game. Bart Williams’ ability to connect deep with receivers Urston Smith, Matt Williams and Brandon Bean gives us a lethal passing attack that opens up running lanes for Carter. Bell is a pure dualthreat quarterback who will undoubtedly cause our defense to bend considerably. In the end, I think Bart Williams and an opportunistic Laker defense will finally get a win over the Bulldogs in Lubbers Stadium, forcing Bell to commit just enough mistakes to give us the edge. GVSU 42, FSU 35. Marshall, I appreciate you keeping it civil and giving our readers an in-depth look at the Bulldogs. Best of luck the rest of the season. Just not this Saturday.

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