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n Oct. 24 in Howard Auditorium, 15 women competed for the opportunity to represent Louisiana Tech as Miss Tech 2018. Samantha Hawthorne of Alexandria was awarded the crown. Her platform was “#PutTheNailInIt — Vow to End Domestic Violence.� Hawthorne, a senior English major, was also the winner of the preliminary talent competition for her contemporary dance routine titled “Taking Chances,� and was named the winner of the preliminary fitness competition. She will represent the university at the Miss Louisiana pageant in June 2018.
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students alike. “So, for us, we love to attract outstanding talent,� he said. “We love having a partner in the local community; that’s a really important thing to us. But the reason we like to share economic information as opposed to just coming out and meeting people is because by making sure we have an engaged and informed populus, we believe it will help to promote our big goal of stability and growth in the economy.Well-infor med people make better decisions, they become better business leaders, they start better businesses and they help the economy.� Clayton said the day offered a chance to continue strengthening ties with the university and learn more about the community.
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he College of Liberal Arts and School of History and Social Sciences is now offering students the opportunity to minor in philosophy. The philosophy minor explores both contemporary and historical aspects of philosophy. Philosophy classes have been proven to improve a student’s critical thinking and reasoning skills, so even if a student takes a philosophy class as an elective they will still be able to take something away from the class. “The classes will complement any student within any major,� Joe Koskie said. Koskie, a Ruston native
and Louisiana Tech alumnus, said he is excited about this new curriculum being brought to Tech. After receiving his undergraduate degree in history, he obtained his master’s through Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky, and received his doctoral degree through Brunel University in London. “We want the minor to be accessible to as many students as possible so we included other majors within the curriculum,� Koskie said. The curriculum accepts credits from higher level political science and sociology classes and administration is hoping to open it to more.
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Music department hosts faculty concert ANDREW BELL Staff Reporter | agb022@ latech.edu
Louisiana Tech is filled with musically talented students, but Oct. 19 a couple of professors reminded everyone they can still groove with the best of them. The music department held a faculty concert featuring Trevor Davis (clarinet) and Steele Moegle (piano), with help from Joann Martinson (soprano) and Sam Haskins (percussion). The performance included works from renowned artists Ludwig van Beethoven, Frank Schubert, Max Laurischkus and Kenji Bunch. Davis, an assistant professor of music and the director of jazz activities, performed seven different pieces, including Romanze from “Die Verschworenen� with his fiance Martinson singing soprano. “I thought it went very
well tonight,� Davis said. “It’s only my second year here so I’m freshly coming from a student and watching my teachers perform, so it’s a bit of a different pressure for me playing in front of my own students and other faculty. Performing is always a little nerveracking but I always say if you’re nervous it’s because you care. Once you start to play the jitters go away and you just have fun.� Davis, a multi-instrumentalist, has performed in nearly 110 cities in the United States as a member of two national touring shows. “It’s tough to balance our teaching and administrative duties when we still love to perform too,� he said. “So any chance we get to perform we do, because we hope to inspire (the students). Hopefully when they hear a piece we play, they want to be able to
play it one day. That’s how I actually learned about a lot of my pieces is hearing other people play. So we just want to introduce our students to a different repertoire.� Steele Moegle, an assistant professor of music, played piano at the concert and had a solo performance of “Sonata� by Beethoven to open the event. “(Performing) is exciting,� Moegle said. “I enjoy the challenge of practicing and collaborating with other artists and then bringing the performance to the audience.� She expressed her appreciation of her collaborating performers. “Trevor Davis and I play several works together, and it is always a fun challenge to have an additional performer join us onstage,� she said. “We truly appreciate the time Sam Haskins and Joann Martinson have
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taken to participate with us.� Thomas McReynolds, a freshman music performance major, attended the concert not only because his class required him to,
but because he desired to watch and learn from his talented professors. “I would’ve come regardless,� McReynolds said. “You need to go out and hear other musicians
play if you are a musician. It can either inspire you to get better or you can just listen for your own personal enjoyment. For me, it was really nice hearing them play. They were awesome.�
DART shines light on issue of domestic violence The group aims to raise awareness in Ruston community KACIE KAUFMAN Managing Editor | kjk019@latech.edu
Two seemingly unrelated events in Ruston currently share a goal: a local pumpkin patch and an upcoming candlelight vigil. Both are sponsored by Ruston’s Domestic Abuse Resistance Team and aim to raise awareness during October, which is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. DART offers services including an emergency shelter, a hotline and counseling for those affected by domestic and dating violence. DART will hold a candlelight vigil for 33 area victims of domestic violence at 6 p.m. today at the Lincoln Parish Library Event Center. According to Louisiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Louisiana ranks second as the deadliest state for women, based on the number of women murdered by men. Kate Sartor Hilburn, the community advocate for DART, said in addition to Louisiana’s ranking as the second deadliest state, with a large number of these cases involving domestic violence, the statistically most susceptible group includes college-aged stu-
dents. “The group that suffers the most abuse statistically is women between 16 and 24, and so the college campus group of people are the targets for this to happen,� she said. Hilburn said DART was active in reaching out to college students. “It seems like it’s very important to talk to kids who are starting out in their college careers,� she said. “You know, just to give them an idea that it is a problem and what they might come across or might get involved in before they even know it and some solutions to avoiding it, solutions to dealing with if things come up. I think that’s why we put so much emphasis on that.� Hilburn said the organization helps approximately 1,000 women, men and children each year, largely through the help of volunteers, including students at Tech. “I just can’t believe how great the students have been to DART,� she said. “Just different groups, teams and clubs and sororities and things like that, because we don’t have a big staff or anything and we’re in a rural area, Ruston being the biggest (city). We have seven parishes but Ruston is our big city so it’s a chal-
lenge to get volunteers.� Hilburn said the true cause of the problem of domestic violence is not entirely clear. “I’ve done a lot of work and know a lot about domestic violence and try to keep up with all of that, and no one has really come up with a definitive cause,� she said. “It’s not caused by alcohol or drug abuse. It’s not caused by poor anger management. I think the root of domestic violence we say now, is power and control in a relationship, and domination and power and control. That’s the kind of thing that will take a culture shift to make better.� She said raising awareness about the issue was a large part of DART’s mission, and one way this was done was through the organization’s annual vigil. “We feel like it’s really important to call their names out to recognize that these are people that (were victims) to remember them,� Hilburn said. “Because they are really why we are doing this and we think about them, we remember them every day, and we just want the community to remember. We want to say their names out loud and light a candle for them and have people remember them once a year.�
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Tri Delta piles up pancakes for DHOP 2017 MORGAN BERNARD News Editor | mrb056@ latech.edu Before the Louisiana Tech football game against Southern Miss, Tech fans had the chance to enjoy an all-you-can-eat pancake dinner and donate to a cause during Tri Delta’s Delta House of Pancakes (DHOP). The sorority held the fundraiser Oct. 21 to raise money for their national philanthropy, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Caroline Fontenot, vice president of community relations for Tri Delta, said DHOP was mainly a fundraiser, but was also a way for people to start conver-
sations about the cause. “We wanted to share our passion for St. Jude,” she said. “If you ask any member here why they love St. Jude, every one of us has a different story. Everyone here has different connections with the organization, so it kind of brings us all together.” Fontenot, a senior cyber engineering major, said having the event before the football game served as a major advantage in getting more people to come to their sorority’s event. “We’ve been getting a lot of people who are on their way to tailgating,” she said. “A lot of families are in town this weekend,
so I think it has helped out a lot. I’ve been really excited in seeing a lot of people here – not FONTENOT just family and friends of our members – but others from campus and the Ruston community.” Lindsay Webbs, a freshman history major, said she enjoyed the friendliness of the hosts as well as the food. “The pancakes are amazing, and the girls of Tri
Delta did a really good job with this event,” she said. “I like that their members are mingling with the people here and getting to know more about them and how they support St. Jude.” Webbs said she attended the event with her friends because the funding goes to a cause that holds a special place in her heart. “One of my life-long friends went to St. Jude when we were younger, so seeing people give back to the hospital means a lot to me,” she said. “A lot of people have friends and family who have been in similar situations, so it always makes me happy to see the community supporting such an
important organization.” Emily Stewart, a sophomore secondary English education major and member of Tri Delta, said she thought people who attended the DHOP event enjoyed the pancake buffet and the sorority house’s atmosphere. “It’s really cool to see the community of Ruston and Tech’s campus come to support us and this event,” she said. “I’ve put it on our members to talk to the people and let them know we appreciate them being here. We want our house to be a home to all these people that have shown us support.” Stewart said their event
had a great turn-out and also did well in fundraising for their philanthropic organization. “I think it’s going really well for our first time around,” she said. “We raised around $1,200 or more for St. Jude, so that means a lot to us.” Stewart said what she enjoyed most about the event was how much passion for St. Jude was shown by everyone who attended. “I think St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is something almost everyone can get behind,” she said. “It’s not just because it is our sorority’s philanthropy, but it’s an incredible cause that everyone enjoys.”
Slumber Party to help Six Women with Brain Death Tech students sleep or Expiring Minds Want to Know
Counseling Center creates group for those with poor sleep habits BRYN YOUNG News Editor | bjy001@latech.edu Louisiana Tech’s Counseling Center is contesting the college cliche of poor sleep habits with a new group targeted at educating students on how to more effectively catch some Z’s. The “Slumber Party” group will meet every Tuesday from 4-5 p.m. in Keeny Hall, Room 327. The sessions will provide information on how to handle sleep problems and changing behaviors that inhibit proper sleep. They will also provide group discussion on member’s sleep experiences. Poor sleep habits can harm students both physically and academically. According to a 2001 study entitled “Sleep Habits and Patterns of College Students: A Preliminary Study,” those who report more sleepiness during the day also report they get less than eight hours of sleep a night. This can cut into REM sleep which is vital to retaining new information. Nathalie Campsen is a third-year doctoral student
in the counseling psychology program and runs the sleep group at the counseling center. She said the group was created in response to the poor sleep habits that plague college students and hopes to help these students understand what healthy sleep is. “Whether it is poor quality or not enough sleep, college students are not sleeping well,” Campsen said. “The reason for this can be several factors. For example, college students are constantly working towards balancing class or schedules, making time for extracurricular activities, maintaining a social life, or finding time to do homework or study for exams. Sleep tends to be placed at the bottom of the list of priorities.” Campsen said students who are having troubles falling asleep, napping constantly or even those who are simply tossing and turning throughout the night should be enticed to participate in the group. She hopes that through this, students will be able to see improvement in both health and
grades. “If students are able and willing to attend, I feel that students could pick up some tips and tricks that could help improve their sleep,” she said. “With that, sleep has been found to be related to academic performance, diet, overall health, and memory. Poor sleep tends to impact several areas of our lives. With an improvement in sleep, I would hope that students could see positive impacts in other areas of their lives as well.” Eric Lane, a sophomore English major, said he has been recently trying to better his scheduling and thinks the sleep group is an interesting resource that could possibly help him with his endeavors. “I think it’s a great idea,” Lane said. “If a group of people come together in the hopes of trying to find a solution for a shared issue, I think everyone involved will come out with the goal accomplished. The only thing I can lose is sleep and I’ve already lost that. By joining this sleep group, I’ll have the opportunity to gain it back.”
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Only one more week until the Louisiana Tech University department of theatre opens the awardwinning musical comedy revival of “Six Women with Brain Death or Expiring Minds Want to Know” after 20 years. In only one week, the “irreverent, sexy, yet wise and ironic” award-winning musical comes back to Arthur W. Stone Theatre, located in Tech’s Howard Center for the Performing Arts, Oct. 30 through Nov. 3 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 5 at 2 p.m. For tickets, call the box office at (318) 257 – 3942 or visit www.latechuniversitytheatre.com. Stone Theatre box office hours are 1:304:45 p.m., Monday through Friday. Ticket prices are as follows: $25 for general audience, $20 for seniors (60+) and children under 14 and $15 for students. Light-hearted and comical, “Six Women with Brain Death” pokes fun at the ab-
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surdity of tabloid headlines and the day-to-day hiccups of life. This fast-paced musical also provides a great opportunity to take a longawaited and well-deserved lady’s night out. In a series of bizarre but hysterical songs and sketches, “Six Women with Brain Death” explores topics such as TV soap operas, Ken and Barbie fantasies, game shows and much more. Twenty years later, the human condition remains the same, but this revival promises to bring new laughs and new insights from fresh faces. Day-to-day hiccups still come, and, therefore, the laughter still comes with them. Come on Halloween night dressed in costume to be automatically entered into a raffle for a chance to win a free $50 gift card to Roma’s Italian Restaurant and a bottle of wine. Overweight prom queen candidate loses crown! Housewife keeps severed head on cake plate! Bambi goes haywire in forest with Uzi! To the ex-
piring mind of a modern American woman, life can read like a tabloid headline. “Six Women With Brain Death or Expiring Minds Want to Know” is a wild and very left-of-center view of the world from an entirely feminine standpoint. In a series of bizarre but hysterical songs and sketches, the authors explore TV soap operas, “genuine press-on nails,” Barbie and Ken’s secret fantasy life, divas, a unique and new way of recycling, and what “is” and “is not” feminine - with an unforgettable detour through a forest where Bambi meets Rambo. Definitely not for the faint-hearted, 6 Women With Brain Death is a hard rockin’, harder talkin’ cult classic that we are excited to bring you again! For more information on the department of theatre, please visit www.latechuniversitytheatre.com, Facebook.com/LaTechTheatre, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @LaTechTheatre.
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olin Kaepernick is a free agent quarterback who initiated kneeling during the playing of the anthem to peacefully protest inequality, police brutality and racial injustices against minorities. Kaepernick filed a grievance against the National Football League (NFL) for collusion Oct. 15. Whether or not NFL owners have colluded to keep Kaepernick out of the league is up for debate, but the moment Kaepernick stepped out on the ledge to be a voice for the voiceless, he pinned himself against the NFL, the president of the United States and citizens in America who fail to understand the objective of this protest. Protests are not meant to maintain comfortability amongst those that are comfortable. They also don’t come without controversy or strain between what is ultimately right and wrong.
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neglect the difference between peacefully using the anthem as a vehicle to protest and disrespecting this country, our flag and anthem? Kneeling is usually seen as a sign of solidarity. One kneels when he prays, a player of the opposing team is injured or if he is being addressed by a coach. So, how does it become disrespectful when Kaepernick or any player kneels for the anthem, when in reality they are kneeling in solidarity with those who are oppressed and don’t have a voice in this great country? Instead of avoiding the issues at hand by recrafting our own meaning of protests, undermining the importance of having these conversations and evoking change that is equal for all citizens of this country, we should all kneel with Kaepernick and stand for his fight for equality and social justice for all citizens of this country.
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Many players have joined Kaepernick in protesting and created continued conversation and hopefully eventual change, but Kaepernick, who started the message heard worldwide, is left unemployed. In a season that has been riddled with injuries to quarterbacks, it is baffling to me that Kaepernick, an accomplished and experienced veteran has not even been granted the opportunity to possibly become a backup on a NFL roster. This is in spite of the mediocrity on display by starting quarterbacks and/or their replacements. Owners league-wide have overlooked his abilities and experience because of his decision and the controversy that comes with it. The president of the United States has appropriated Kaepernick’s First Amendment rights as an American and used his platform to turn it into an act of disrespect to the anthem, flag and military. Are we as people so hypocritical that we would rather drape ourselves in the flag and completely
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n a world ruled by the media, celebrities are in the spotlight more than ever. In light of recent events the question of how social media plays a role in the unveiling of the private lives and secrets of celebrities has become more prevalent. Harvey Weinstein, a film producer and former film studio executive, has been in the news as of late for secrets he thought were buried and hidden. The Hollywood honcho is swimming in accusations of sexual assault from a growing list of people in the industry. Though he reportedly tried for years to pay people for their silence, the news inevitably broke. Was it foolish of him to try to keep any of his indiscretions in the dark? A man with the level of fame that Weinstein possessed had to know he was living under the microscope of the public. Perhaps the most questionable detail in the whole scenario
is people in the industry knew of Weinstein’s inexcusable behavior for years and no one came forward until recently. Is people’s silence encouraging this type of behavior to continue, not only in Hollywood but everywhere? Rose McGowan, one of the first celebrities to speak out against Weinstein, received some serious backlash from an unexpected source: Twitter. After coming forward with information regarding the Weinstein situation via Twitter, the actress’s account was temporarily locked. The social networking site stated the actress’ tweets contained a private phone number, which violates Twitter’s terms of service. Is this the sort of reaction from people and companies that keep people from sharing their experiences with the world? Although Twitter’s reaction to McGowan’s tweets can be construed as a negative, it did start a very positive social media movement. The hashtag “MeToo” was born out of the Twitter turmoil. The movement encourages anyone who has been a
victim of any sort of sexual assault or harassment to come forward and share their story in hopes of helping others affected. The movement, which has now spread across all social media outlets, is helping give a voice to people like the actors affected by Weinstein’s actions. I believe that in this age of media, it is nearly impossible to keep anything in the dark. For celebrities, such as Weinstein, who live their lives in the spotlight, it is even more difficult for secrets to stay secret. People like McGowan and the others who spoke out against Weinstein should be commended for their honesty. They used their celebrity platform to educate and help others. There is and might always be a negative light on social media and the effects it has on society, but times like this cannot be overlooked. Social media helped bring this situation to light and may have helped hundreds of people with a simple hashtag. Sarah-Kathrine Semon is a senior communication major from Shreveport, Louisiana.
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ollowing the events of Charleston, South Carolina, earlier this year, I noticed something that many others had probably already known. Whenever a huge reminder of the United States’ racist underbelly shows, the media backlash tends to focus on what the black community is going to say or do about it. Don’t get me wrong; it is immensely important to hear what those who have suffered from discrimination have to say. Being heard can spark change. But that goes for both sides. In the midst of controversy, we often forget that race discussions should be two-sided. We should not ask the people of color in America to do all the work in dismantling racism within public institutions and battling social injustices. That should fall on the shoulders of anyone who wants equality for all people, including the white people who have benefitted from those in-
stitutions. In the face of more prevalent white supremacist actions, white people should be willing to talk about things we may not like to discuss. Race talks are hard. They’re supposed to be. It will never be easy to face the fact that we were given unfair advantages when we feel we did everything for ourselves. Being self-made is quintessentially American and saying there was an advantage may feel like saying “you cheated.” In reality, this should empower us to use that advantage to call attention to the struggles of others. I am not saying be ashamed of being white. But be aware of what our actual history is and be aware of how that history has affected the world today. We must understand the generations of actions taken by our ancestors have consequences that are multiplied in the modern day. The powers of segregation and laws meant to disenfranchise can be felt in the struggles of low-income black communities across the nation to this day and ignoring that fact ignores history.
So, take time to learn about others’ experiences with race in America and learn about race issues in the United States. Take the time to call out prejudice and injustice wherever they may happen. That means to have actual discussions about how race is treated within your family and social groups. It means being aware of and working on your own biases, too. How we benefit from whiteness can be a daunting topic to discuss. It can be uncomfortable and result in awkward and frustrating fights; but it is a topic that must be discussed. Progress takes work. Dialogues take work. But as you should do in your personal life, put in the work to learn from your mistakes and apply that knowledge to how you engage making changes going forward. So what can you do about “white privilege?” Listen and be willing to engage in meaningful ways. That is all it takes to make a change. Bryn Young is a sophomore communication major from Mountain View, Arkansas.
Is the iPhone X too extravagant? $999. For many students, this might constitute a rent budget for two months. Groceries, bills, necessities. Or, this could foot the bill for the new iPhone X (with the “X” pronounced as “ten”). The smartphone, due for release Nov. 3, 2017, will offer innovative features, from Face ID, which unlocks the phone based on facial identification technology, augmented reality video capabilities, and advanced camera options, including specific portrait lighting settings and a high quality front camera. In the context of a college setting, the iPhone X seems a bit superfluous. While the phone offers a great deal of features, an iPhone 8, which will be released late September, or other more reasonably priced options, would likely be more than sufficient for most phone needs. The iPhone X offers extras that go above and beyond keeping up with emails and Facetiming long-distance relatives and friends. By nature, colleges often foster a competitive atmosphere. Whether it be in the classroom, at intramural volleyball on Thursday nights or juggling the most organizations, students are encouraged to be active participants in campus activities. Keeping up with the Jones, or Sarah in the dorm next door, can easily be fallen into. Often subconsciously, students strive to stay on top in many areas of life, and keeping up with the latest fashionable technology may very well fall on a to-do list. This may lead to unnecessary spending or allocation of funds that should have been used elsewhere to something like the iPhone X. An interesting and innovative product, by some standards, yet it remains in a price range that would likely qualify it as a luxury product for many. Apple releases have become an anticipated yearly ritual. Each new phone generates buzz and excitement, and each offers add-ons and improvement. In the 10th year of its release, the iPhone X seems to go above and beyond the general yearly improvements, yet there is always next year. While keeping up with the latest technology can be an exciting experience, it can also go a bit beyond the bounds of many college students’ limited budgets. The iPhone X, in the opinion of The Tech Talk staff, has an air of being a touch extravagant for the needs of college students. While it incorporates a number of interesting and potentially useful features, the product remains beyond the financial and practical reach of many. We feel that practical functionality and accessibility should be of greater concern than so many bells and whistles that might mean ramen for every meal next week. The phone is a great option if one has extra money to spend, but as it has not been released to the general public yet and reviewed, it may not be the best option for investment for those in the market for a new phone. If having the latest Apple product is a must, however, the iPhone X does offer some new, useful aspects and a streamlined design which many may find appealing and worth the $999 price tag.
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After a five-year hiatus, pop diva P!nk made a triumphant return to the music scene with the release of her seventh studio album, “Beautiful Trauma.” The album, released Oct. 13, is proof that even after a nearly 17-year career, P!nk is nowhere near the end of her musical journey; the spunky singer is still capable of producing catchy and relatable hits. The album’s lead single, “What About Us,” was released in August and was greeted with favorable reviews. The track is a plea of urgency and desperation, and is said to be half-political statement and half-break up anthem. Accompanying the single is a powerful music video during which P!nk is seen with America’s social misfits and minorities, and appears to be begging the country’s leadership
for answers. The song, which ranked number three on Billboard’s Adult Top 40 list, moves from desperation to hope and resilience in the bridge, turning the ballad into an uplifting call to arms. Heartbreak and the ups and downs of relationships are common themes throughout the entire album, and songs like title track “Beautiful Trauma” and “But We Lost It” detail a relational rollercoaster. Almost every track seemed to tell the story of P!nk’s rocky relationship with her husband, Carey Hart. Perhaps one of the most highly anticipated tracks on the album is P!nk’s collaboration with Eminem. This song gives a taste of the pop star’s rap skills, and sets a tone that stands out from the rest of the album’s emotion-filled, belted tracks. The collaboration, appropriately titled “Revenge,” is a post-breakup song that tells the story of one who is frustrated and angry over the end of a relationship and the time wasted. The lyrics are in-
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Cambodia remembers in Netflix film First They Killed My Father HHHHI BRYN YOUNG News Editor|bjy001@latech.edu Angelina Jolie’s latest work as director of the Netflix original “First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers” is by far her best work behind the camera and one of the best war films in a while. The film is an adaptation of the memoir of the same name by Cambodian human rights activist Loung Ung. The film is set in 1975, during the Cambodian Civil War and the Khmer Rouge communist regime. It follows the journey of Loung Ung, played by the young actress Sareum Srey Moch, and her family as they try to survive the genocidal dictatorship of the Khmer Rouge. The movie starts out with newsreels showing the American bombing of Cambodia during the Vietnam War and Richard Nixon explaining that there is no American War in Cambodia to explain the power vacuum that allowed for the Khmer Rouge to take over. The exposition is followed by a brilliant and well shot scene showing the joy of the family’s everyday
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ally into the Khmer Rouge’s ranks as a child soldier. Constantly, the film shows the true nature of war and dictatorships without ever explicitly discussing the horrors evident onscreen. Small background details such as a child soldier toting a gun bigger than him or a soldier shaking someone down for their valuables drives home the utter injustice of the regime. Jolie’s sparing use of violence and gore in what is a war film deserves merit of its own. Even though there are many scenes of battle or fighting complete with blood, blown off limbs and gunfighting, those are not what capture the viewers in that moment. It is the cries and lamentations of a child lost in an unknown world, who is merely trying to make sense of all that has happened. The gore may be necessary but Jolie did an exceptional job to make sure that gore is not what drove the movie’s message. “First They Killed My Father” is an excellent movie deserving of anyone’s time and attention. It avoids the troupes of many war films by telling a country’s tragedy in its native language (Khmer) and without the need of a white savior. There are no major battles or long-winded speeches from commanders, but simply a great story and great cinematography wrapped together into a must-see movie of 2017.
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listeners that, at the end of the day, the singer is only human, and feels the same emotions they do. The album sounds very similar to the pop diva’s earlier releases, however, the familiarity and raw emotion in each and every song are what have made P!nk a pop icon and have kept her career strong for over a decade. “Beautiful Trauma” as a whole can best be described as real. It not only makes a political statement but also gives listeners a glimpse into her life. The subject matter is serious, but many of the tracks are upbeat and catchy and stay true to the sound of much of P!nk’s earlier work. It’s clear this album marks the beginning of a new era of maturity for the artist; no longer is she the party girl of previous songs like “Raise Your Glass” or “Get This Party Started.” Through this album, P!nk is finding new emotions to portray and stories to tell, and proves that even after all this time, she still has a lot to say.
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Aries March 21 – April 19 You may sense that the actions around you are fueled by selfish motives. You may be the only one who really sees what’s going on, Aries. You feel like an observer on a mountain looking down with disdain on the people below. You understand the politics of the situation, yet from your high vista you feel powerless to implement effective change. Collect data now and act later. Taurus Apr 20 - May 20 Take action that will help you find greater freedom in your life, Taurus. In an attempt to please the people around you, you may be giving up too much of yourself. Before you know it, you may be in shackles connected to people, situations, and commitments that you can’t seem to extricate yourself from. Use today to free yourself from these chains. Gemini May 21 - Jun 20 You may have to consciously let go of some of your plans, Gemini, and simply leave things up to chance. The element of the unexpected can help you out quite a bit, so work with it instead of trying to keep it at bay. The natural flow of events should lead you toward a place of greater freedom. Use your imagination instead of relying completely on mental processes like logic. Cancer Jun 21 - Jul 22 Don’t let the positive energy of the day pass you by, Cancer. You’re able to grab hold and make greater use of it than most, so don’t hesitate to get going early and keep on going until late. Stop contemplating the issues and take action. Take the best aspects of each side of the issue instead of feeling like you’re restricted to one side or the other. Leo Jul 23 - Aug 22 You may be tempted to make up your own rules, Leo, because you really aren’t happy with the ones before you. Be careful of doing so without first understanding the full implications for you and the people around you. By all means, if you feel like certain things just aren’t right, take steps to change them. There’s no reason that you have to stay within traditional constraints. Virgo Aug 23 - Sep 22 Your actions may be erratic and spontaneous today, Virgo, but they will also most certainly be powerful. You may be driven by a sharp intellectual mind. Perhaps there’s someone near you who has great cunning. You may be feeling brainier than usual. Genius ideas are apt to surround you and your actions as long as you keep
an open mind about how and when they manifest. Libra Sep 23 - Oct 22 Take some time to break out of your normal routine and see what’s going on in the world around you, Libra. You could be so focused and so driven toward a specific goal that you fail to take into account the rest of the world. You may not even be aware that these outside energies have a huge effect on what you’re doing in your own little compartment. Scorpio Oct 23 - Nov 21 Don’t feel like you’re obligated to jump through other people’s hoops, Scorpio. Just because someone wants you to do something doesn’t mean you have to oblige. Bend over backward for yourself and not for the entertainment of others. Freedom is an operative word for you, so make sure you exercise this right in every aspect of your life. No one else is going to do it for you. Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21 You may be acting unconsciously, Sagittarius. Suddenly you’re halfway through a task and wondering what you really hoped to accomplish by starting it in the first place. Be more conscious of your energy and how you use it. Make sure you don’t shoot yourself in the foot by wasting your precious resources on things that don’t really matter in the long run. Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 19 You can rely on your good luck to pull you out of difficult situations today, Capricorn. This is one day when you can launch yourself headfirst without worrying too much about the outcome. There’s a great deal of positive energy on your side that you may not even be able to see right now. Trust that whatever you undertake will work out fortuitously for you in the long run. Aquarius Jan 20 - Feb 18 You may have your guard up as you fend off people and situations that have caught you unprepared, Aquarius. Be careful about putting up such big walls that you can’t see over them. The danger of building a fortress that doesn’t allow others to come in is that it makes it more difficult for you to look out. Leave one wall shorter so you don’t cut yourself off from the outside world.
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“Anytime we have the opportunity to come to Louisiana Tech, we look at it as a continued investment in a really valuable partnership,� he said. “We like to work with universities because they are a staple in their community, they are a critical partner for access to business leaders and information in the area and they create a pipeline for us to attract outstanding talent to the bank.� Otis W. Gilley, head of the department of economics and finance at Tech, said the event connects the College of Business to regional banks. “Participation in the event by the Dallas Federal Reserve Bank is a real treat,� Gilley said. “The Fed presentation is very enlightening for
“We’re taking it one step at a time,� Koskie said. “Faculty and students have accepted it well, people are excited and I believe now is the right time to have philosophy at Tech.� Koskie is hoping to work with various student organizations so current and prospective students alike will know about this new opportunity. “I really wish that we would have had philosophy while I was at Tech,� Koskie said. “The most important thing to me is using this new minor to serve the university in any way possible.� Koskie said philosophy classes will allow student to practice inductive reason-
many that haven’t thought much about the Fed and its role in banking. We have had students from Tech intern at the Fed, and we have former students that have taken jobs there.� Philip Spaulding, a senior computer information systems major, said the event may have offered insight for its attendees. “I believe for some it may have a great impact,� he said. “Some may not truly have an idea of what career they can pursue with their degree, and I believe these types of events help with that. I’ve listened to other speakers in the past, those in my field, and it definitely broadened my perception of what I could do with my degree.�
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ing and looking at problem from several perspectives to develop the best solution. He said since it is more common for young adults to make decisions off of impulse, this process of critical thinking and reasoning can be carried out of the classroom allowing students to make better life choices. “Plato says philosophy begins in wonder, attempting to figure out life puzzles such as birth and death, right and wrong or even falling in love,� Koskie said. “With philosophy we are able to turn that wonder into analysis.� Koskie believes philosophy is for anyone who wants to know themselves, those
around them and their environment more. “If you want to grow in thoughtfulness, think wisdom is worthwhile or want to understand the nature of the human mind better than philosophy is for you,� Koskie said. As advising time approaches, Koskie encourages students interested in taking any of the philosophy classes make sure to discuss it with your advisor. The majority of the higher level classes have no prerequisite, but it is encouraged to take Intro to Philosophy so some foundation can be laid. Questions can be directed to sjkoskie@latech. edu.
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under the College of Liberal Arts. “The School of Design educates and prepares designers to create and develop ideas that enhance the form and function of spaces, experiences and communications for the benefit of both public and private audiences,” Futrell said. The SOD is now served by a full-time faculty of 30 and currently offers three undergraduate degrees and two graduate degrees. Futrell said he believes classroom education is necessary, but putting one’s education to practice in a professional office is the best training. Futrell urges all students to pursue internship opportuni-
ties because they serve as an eye opening experience. “An internship is an important way to experience multiple perspectives that can inform your career in design,” Futrell said. “This summer I discovered that I have a passion for the entertainment industry,” Fangue said. “I never gave it much thought beforehand, but now it is a career path I am looking forward to pursuing.” Fangue plans to move back to California after graduating this upcoming spring. “Everyone that I met in the city was very motivated and driven,” Fangue said. “That positive energy forced me to improve myself and my craft.”
The majority of college students spend their summers at dream vacation or at interning at a job in their future career field, this summer a Tech student got to accomplish both. Morgan Fangue, a senior graphic design major, spent this previous summer working as a creative service intern at Avatar Labs in Los Angeles. Fangue’s experience consisted of collaborating with other designers to create a series of branding campaigns for various television shows and movies. “My favorite project was creating social media visuals for the FX show ‘The Strain,’” Fangue said. Fangue spent just over three months 1,700 miles away from home, working towards her dream job. “Los Angeles is so much more than a beach; the environment was very fast pace and driven,” Fangue said. Fangue’s primary focus in her studies is web and digital media, so she had ample experience with programming because of Louisiana Tech’s School of Design’s curriculum. Fangue credited her preparedness for the internship to the SOD. Fangue’s professors assisted her by refining her design style, improving her communication skills and promoting her work ethic. “The SOD is such a close-knit, wellrounded and hands on learning environment,” Fangue said. “You can tell that the professors are passionate about design.” Tom Futrell, an assistant professor and graphic designer, considers the SOD unique due to its collaborative rich environment and faculty that constantly pushes students to succeed. While teaching and debating design concepts are activities Futrell enjoys, he gets the most pleasure out of success stories like Fangue’s. “Every class is an opportunity to get to know my students better,” Futrell said. “Seeing their success is the best reward.” Futrell assisted in the restructuring of the SOD in 2014. At that time the exist“The Strain” FX ing School of Art and School of Architecture were combined into one entity Fangue worked on a project creating visuals for “The Strain” FX on social media.
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Senior running back Boston Scott (6) evades a Southern Miss player. The Bulldogs faced double overtime against the Golden Eagles.
Tech collapses in epic overtime thriller ANDREW BELL Staff Reporter | agb022@latech.edu In a narrative-packed night of college football, the unfortunate conclusion of a wild game supersedes all for the Louisiana Tech football team: a loss. Tech (3-4, 1-2 Conference USA) met Southern Miss (52, 3-1 C-USA) in a damp and gloomy atmosphere that the two teams have started to grow accustomed to when playing each other, with five out of their last seven meetings including forecasted showers. Not even the rain, however, could stop the Golden Eagles from coming back to humble the Bulldogs, as Southern Miss overcame a 27-16 deficit late in the fourth quarter to force overtime and top Tech 34-27 in double OT. The loss drops Tech to fifth in the C-USA West, as Southern Miss climbs to first in the division with the win. Losing close games has become a recurring theme for the ’Dogs recently, dropping three of their last four games by one score or less, with two one-point losses to South Carolina and UAB to go along with their most recent heartbreaker. Head coach Skip Holtz and the Bulldogs could easily be 5-2 with a few breaks here and there, so the hope is still to right the ship and make their fourth straight bowl game at the end of the season. “It’s just unfortunate,” Holtz said. “As hard as these
players work and as supportive of a fan base as we have to come out here and drop a tough one at home. I’m sure there’s a message in all this, when you look at some of the ways that we have lost games with South Carolina and UAB. But all I know is that you’d better have an incredible amount of resolve.” It was a tough night for sophomore quarterback J’mar Smith, passing for 194 yards while only completing 39 percent of his passes and throwing for no touchdowns and an interception. This was not the case for their other skill position players, as senior running back duo Boston Scott and Jarred Craft combined for 151 rushing yards on 21 carries, good for 7.2 yards per carry. Another senior with a big night was receiver Marlon Watts, who caught five passes for 121 yards, including a huge 82 yard reception that almost put the Eagles away late, leading to a score to make it 27-16 with 4:07 remaining in the fourth quarter. “No anger (or) disappointment,” Watts said. “We played our (butts) off, we played a hard game. Honestly, I don’t think it brings the team down. I honestly think this brings the team closer. Because when your back is against the wall, you really count on your teammates. You let them know what they mean to you, and that’s when you roll your sleeves up and go play football.” The Bulldogs will look to regroup next week in a pivotal game against conference rival Rice (1-6, 1-2 C-USA).
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Lady Techsters drop 3-0 to Florida Atlantic LOUISIANA TECH ATHLETIC COMMUNICATIONS
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The Louisiana Tech women’s volleyball team dropped a 3-0 (25-15, 26-24, 25-22) decision to Conference USA rival Florida Atlantic, Friday evening from the Thomas Assembly Center. On a tough offensive outing for the Techsters (6-16, 1-7 C-USA), Madeline Davis shone brightly, contributing seven kills on a team-best .375 hitting percentage. Freshman Emily Boylan also stepped in admirably off the bench, adding a pair of kills and two digs, while striking at a .250 clip. Senior Marta Monne once again led the team in kills with nine, while Alyssa Zucco’s 14 digs also paced
the squad. Setters Brooke Short and Courtney Rutledge combined for 24 of the team’s 27 assists on the night. Florida Atlantic (12-7, 3-4 C-USA) was driven offensively by Sigourney Kame, who accumulated a matchbest 11 kills. The Owls’ setter tandem of Ivone Martinez and Nikki Lakman combined for 33 helpers on the evening. The first set was a back-and-forth affair, as neither team could mount a lead larger than two, up until a 13-13 tie. At that point, the Owls made a decisive 4-0 run, and maintained that advantage, ending the first set on a 6-0 run. Florida Atlantic hit its highest percentage (.294) of the evening in the first, while holding the Techsters to their lowest mark of -.049. The second set looked as if Flori-
da Atlantic would seize control again, as the Owls rushed out to a 4-0 edge. However, Tech would not be deterred and mounted a nice rally, leading by an 18-12 score at one point. As the set drew to an end, however, the Techster offense grinded to a halt and the Owls would capitalize; sneaking by with a 26-24 triumph. Capitalizing on the momentum earned by the wins in sets one and two, Florida Atlantic began the third frame even stronger than the previous two, driving to an 8-2 lead early on. Tech made a rally late, crawling back to within two at 23-12, but the night belonged to the Owls, as they walked away with a 25-22 victory. Stay tuned to @LATechVB on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all news and updates on the Lady Techsters.