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Group raises human-trafficking awareness Jaimee Kester Lifestyles Editor jlk7206@lhup.edu

“This is something that everyone is a part of,” said Jackson. “Just look at your clothing tags, they were

A nationally recognized Lock Haven senior is organizing a vigil to for the second year in a row.

Aaron “AJ” Jackson, a senior It Movement on April 9 from 7-9 p.m. on Russell Lawn. Last year Jackson

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with New Life, an on campus Christian fellowship group.

His movement gained national attention when he was featured on CNN for his efforts to stop human

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including sweatshops, forced prostitutheir home countries and work in the U.S. for low wages. Jackson stresses eryone.

Jackson is also president of Full Gospel Fellowship and is using his connections on campus to get other groups and organizations involved with the movement. Sophisticated Ladies, Black Student Union, Zeta Phi Beta, Protestant Campus Ministries

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them from a feminist perspective.

Some people read poems thors such as Maya Angelou, Sylvia Plath, and Shirley Jackson. Others stuck to their own work. faculty and students were a testament to the lived experiences and powerful voices in the Lock Haven community.

The night was full of awards for strong voices. The Virginia Marwinners were announced at the event.

mation on the event and how people can get involved. to end this cruelty to our fellow man,”

and a candlelight vigil. T-shirts will Although Jackson is graduating in the spring he wants to continue

this,” said Jackson.

together to stop this tragedy.

“A lot of people made fun of

The essay contest is used as

Last Thursday night at Avenue 209 authors and poets gath-

CNN. At the end of the day I made a difference and got the word out.”

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Students speak out for feminism Kayla Marsh A&E Editor kmarsh2@lhup.edu

me last year when I started this,” said

This year Lock Haven University awarded three students this prestigious award. Third place was awarded to Alexa Weissert, a senior in Women and Gender Studies.

Her essay focused on sex education and what young adults are really learning.

Sara Guthrie, a senior mahow women were depicted in advertisements.

Women and Gender Studies. Amanperpetrate rape.

The winners of this award and the people that attended the event were grateful to the Women and Gender Studies minor and all their hard work and support.

Upcoming Events: - Friday/Saturday, April 4/5 College Against Cancer’s annual Relay for Life in the Rec. Center from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.

- Saturday, April 5 Alpha Sigma Tau’s Denny Strouse Memorial Scholarship 5K Mud Run/Walk at the Clinton County Fairgrounds. Registration starts at 10 a.m., race starts at 12 p.m. Pre-registration costs $25, day-of registration costs $35. Donations are accepted.

Diamonds ‘n’ Da Ruff presents “Diamond Explosion” in Price starting at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

- Sunday, April 6 Self Defense Class in the Rec. Center dance room from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

- Tuesday, April 8 GRE Strategy Session in the Greenberg Auditorium from 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. It will cost $10 for all non-Phi Kappa Phi members.

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Legislators’ Day brings lawmakers to LHU Kate Hibbard News Editor khibbard@lhup.edu

Agency), a student aid provider.

Because Corbett’s budgets have not been so kind to higher education in the past, cutting about $93

Higher education was the main topic of discussion at the 23rd Annual Alfred E. Hoberman Legislators’ Day forum for students, faculty and community members alike hosted

by Lock Haven University Friday afternoon.

Several state and federal legislators were available to discuss their most recent endeavors and answer questions from the public. Joanne Hoberman, Alfred’s widow, was also in attendance.

Host David Russell, LHU’s legislative committee chair, started the forum by giving a brief speech on the importance of this annual event for everyone in the surrounding community as well as for legislators.

Before introducing the legislators, Russell spoke on the importance of education.

“Education in and of itself makes people more prosperous,” he said.

U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-Howard, kicked off the forum by thanking the audience for attending.

He said it’s important for communities to be present and make themselves heard.

Thompson told of his lifetime passion for education.

Rep. Mike Hanna, D-Lock Haven, addressed Gov. Tom Corbett’s current budget proposal. Although Corbett proposed a 3.3 percent increase for education, Hanna is worried the money will come “with strings attached.”

Hanna said it’s unfortunate that the proposed $25 million increase will go directly to PHEAA (Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance

2011, some PASSHE (Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education) schools have proposed seceding from the state system.

Hanna proposed a two-part plan that he believes would not only keep the 14 PASSHE schools together, but also strengthen the system as a whole.

“I’ve got a plan…” he said.

“My goal would be to make the system larger.”

Hanna has served on the Board of Governors for about eight years and believes they have too much central control. He believes that, if there are more schools put into the system and less central control, Pennsylvania’s higher education programs will be more prosperous.

Hanna’s proposal is currently being drafted. He hopes to present his draft to the House in April.

Rep. Kerry Benninghoff, RBellefonte, focused on the debt many higher education students have accumulated.

“We have to be realistic. These aren’t democrat or republican issues,” he said. “Our country has collected over $1 trillion in higher education debt.”

Benninghoff believes that a good way to combat this debt is for parents and high schools to have “honest conversations” with collegebound students about where the jobs are in this generation’s market.

Richard Mirabito, D-Williamsport, took a different approach from Benninghoff, stating “You can’t discuss the issue of education without discussing the issue of poverty in this country.”

Mirabito said that high-income students who perform poorly in academics still have about an 80 percent chance to go to college, while low-income students who are strong in academia may only have about a 20 percent chance.

Mirabito stated that about ed poverty. Without these intelligent and motivated youth gaining their education, he said, America’s future will be lacking.

“Young people are human capital,” Mirabito said.

Although more than 50 students, faculty members and members of the surrounding community attended the forum, very few had questions for the legislators. Instead, several audience members decided to make some suggestions.

“We are not puppets…” one woman said. “Let education alone.”

Amanda Falls, a senior social work major, also had an idea for the legislators.

She recommended they better fund and support the Trio Programs,

part of the Higher Education Act. These programs are designed to help children from poorer families have better access to higher education.

They reach out especially to college students and help teens to make informed decisions.

Benninghoff responded to her advice in agreement.

“There are opportunities out there,” he said. “We need to do a better job at talking to 10th, 11th and 12th graders so they know better what to look out for” in terms of student aid.

Photos courtesy of Kate Hibbard

Top: Panel of legislators from left to right - U.S. Rep. Glenn resentative for state Sen. Joseph Scarnati III; state Rep. Mike Hanna; state Rep. Kerry Benninghoff; state Hall, representing state Rep. Garth Everett.

Left: Hanna expresses concern

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Students rally around survivors in annual event Kyra Smith-Cullen News Editor ksmithcu@lhup.edu Dozens of students gathered for the Take Back the Night event, which aims to raise awareness of unreported rape and sexual assaults on campus, on the steps of Price Auditorium on April 2.

“You are someone who has the power,” said Professor Lisette Shillig, who teaches English and also helps run the HOPE Center. “As students, you have more power than the faculty to let the administration know that you don’t want to be on a campus that allows sexual assault.”

The event is part of a nationwide movement that started in Pittsburgh in the 1970s and occurs in April, which is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

“You and thousands of others are here, making a statement – That we are not going to stand by and let sexual assault happen,” said Shillig.

According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network, 60 percent of rapes are not reported.

To illustrate how common this situation is, students were asked

to look at the bottom of their cups for some kind of mark. An X symbolized rape, an O meant the drinker had sented sexual assault.

Approximately 10 of the near 60 people in attendance had cups marked with an X. Out of those reheld up cups with an O. Two more red cups, approximately, had triangles.

“Rape culture is not just a phrase on social media. It is something that affects us all in our everyday lives,” said Alexa Weissert, a senior majoring in English who works at the HOPE Center.

Following the planned speakers, there was a time for anybody who wanted to speak to come forward and share their experiences with sexual assault or rape. Several students shared their own personal poetry that were inspired by their experiences.

“If you remain silent, nothing will ever change,” said Mark Smith, who works at LHU. “I hope you don’t remain silent, because who knows who else could be affected by it.”

Photos courtesy of Kyra Smith-Cullen

Top left: Students made signs that featured statistics and slogans for the event.

Above: After the rally, attendees lined up to march along Ivy Lane and North Fairview Street.

Left: Students were asked to raise their glasses in the air if particular signs were written on the bottom to illustrate a statistic.

Newbery Award-winning author to visit campus for book reading Cierra Cook Staff Writer cdc8693@lhup.edu

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On Tuesday, April 8, the award-winning author Susan Campbell Bartoletti will be having a reading and an open discussion of her work. This reading will be held in the Multi Purpose Room of the PUB at 7 p.m. This is a free event and is open to the public.

Bartoletti will host some other special events in addition to the open discussion. On April 9, Bartoletti will host the Ross Library’s Food for Thought Luncheon. She will do a brief reading at this event also. She will read at Central Mountain Middle School as well as in LHU English, education, and history classrooms.

Bartoletti is the author of several books, both ing the John Newbery Medal.

“This semester at LHU, several of her books are being taught in literature, writing, history and education classes, as well as at Central Mountain Middle School,” professor Marjorie Maddox Hafer, di-

rector of creative writing, said.

Some of Bartoletti’s works include “Growing up in Coal Country,” and “The Boy Who Dared.”

These books were discussed in classes on campus.

“I expect that the students who have had the pleasure of reading some of her books this semester unique and exciting one,” Dana Washington, professor of the English department, said.

“Time and again students tell me how much meeting and listening to these authors changes their lives,” Maddox Hafer said. “Just recently, I received an email from a student still excited about an author she heard at LHU a decade ago. That’s the kind of impact we want to create and maintain.”

The poster advertising the event was designed

by Michelle Albert, a junior, art major.

This event is sponsored by the English department, the College of Liberal Arts and Education, and the Women and Gender Studies Program.

For more information contact Marjorie Maddox Hafer at mmaddoxh@lhup.edu or Dana Washington at dwashing@lhup.edu.

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Art show unites students and community Kayla Marsh A&E Editor kmarsh2@lhup.edu The student art show was Wednesday, April students viewing the artwork of their peers. The artwork ranged from photographs to paintings and leather work. Marrisa Henry, a freshman majoring in biochemistry, took best in show with her photograph of Justin Martinez.

The artwork was broken up into categories.

The categories were photography, 3D artwork, and 2D to Mike Alvarez, a senior majoring in graphic design.

First place in 3D artwork went to Erin Dean a senior in 2D artwork went to Jess Cherry. The artwork will be in Sloan Fine Arts building until April 25.

Students in photos from left to right Top: Marissa Henry, Justin Martinez, Jace Kelly, Cody Shaub Bottom: Jessica Cherry, Mike Alvarez Photos courtesy of Cody Shaub.

‘American Horror Story’ serving up PaleyFest Erika White Sports Editor ewhite@lhup.edu For those who have been living under a rock or don’t have internet, the co-creator of “American Horror Story”, Ryan Murphy, announced that the title for the fourth season of “American Horror Story” will be...drum roll please…

“FREAK SHOW”. Sorry guys, it’s not a circus or a carnival if that’s what you were thinking. But hey, if it makes you feel any better, I was all about a ‘vampires in space’ theme.

The series, which will be set in the 1950’s and take place in Jupiter, FL, will follow one of the last known freak shows in the country led by Jessica Lange. Lange, who will be returning for her last season, will be portraying a German expatriate who is struggling to keep her show alive--be sure to notice some Marlene Dietrich themes in the character as Lange has repeatedly expressed her love of the actress and is currently working on her German accent for the part.

Also, in terms of casting for next season, things aren’t looking too promising for fans of Lily Rabe and Taissa Farmiga as both are currently running into scheduling problems. There has been no of-

however, that actors from seasons one and two could possibly return for Freak Show. Can I put in a petition to get Zachary Quinto (aka Dr. Threadson) back?

Paulson and Evan Peters, along with Francis Conroy, Gabourey Sidibe, Emma Roberts, Denis O’Hare, Angela Bassett, Kathy Bates and Jamie Brewer.

Emmy award winning actor Michael Chiklis, who is best known for his roles in “The Shield” and “Fantastic Four”, will also be joining the cast next season. And according to Murphy (which I use caution since he enjoys playing cat and mouse with his audience) Chiklis will be playing the father of Peters’ character and the ex-husband of Bates’. Hmm, I’m intrigued.

Most of the actors have been hush hush on the details for next season—I would be too! All I can picture is Ryan Murphy wheeling Douglas Petrie, one of the “American Horror Story” writers who accidently divulged information on season four before it was announced, on a spit and cackling. Not the point. Paulson did reveal that she has been working on a “special skill” for “Freak Show”, but that seems to be all the information that she’ll disclose. Could you be a little more vague Sarah?

For this upcoming season, Murphy hinted that they’ll be using just as much humor as they did in “Coven” which is one of the elements that made the third season so wildly popular. However Paulson and Lange have both stated that their favorite season thus far has been “Asylum” due to its immense dark nature and that they hope to be given more roles that challenge them as actors. Hint hint writers.

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In the television show “The Walking dead” actors who played zombies had to go through zombie school to learn how to walk and move like zombies.

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Mindy Kaling back with mariachi bands Christine Nolthenius Staff Writer can7751@lhup.edu Back in January Mindy Kaling’s “The Mindy Project” went on a two month hiatus and left us with a literal Cliff-hanger. In the last episode before the break we were stuck wondering whether Mindy would continue to try and win back her exboyfriend Cliff, or throw it away to be with Danny.

This past Tuesday “The Mindy Project” returned and answered all of our questions.

From the beginning of the series we were led to believe Mindy and Danny would end up together.

Following the classic Nora Ephron rom-com pattern the show is loosely based off of, it was apparent they Photo courtesy of fanpop.com

other. We just didn’t expect it would be so soon. After all, it’s only season two.

‘Divergent’ delves into a futuristic world with action and romance Sierra Cook Staff Writer cdc8693@lhup.edu tion of the critically acclaimed book series “Divergent” hit theaters this past weekend.

The movie directed by Neil Burger features the life of a girl (Shailene Woodley) in a futuristic Chicago that is placed in a political system of factions. After a great war the faction system was developed to keep the peace within the society. The main character Tris must choose which faction she will become a part of. Will she choose to stay with her family in their faction, or will she join the daredevil Dauntless faction?

Woodley brought great life to her character Tris. She wrestles with gent, and struggles to pass the initiation within the faction. She encounters

James’ character, a mysterious man named Four (Theo James) who helps being a divergent means. The relationship between these characters will keep you wanting more.

The strife of the characters in their initiation process’ and how much weight is put on this is something that struck me. Once these characters choose a faction they cannot go back home. This one choice predicts their whole future and whether they become the factionless. The pressures of this causes one of the characters to commit suicide, because he was at the bottom of the class and faced becoming factionless. These pressures are a theme that is intertwined throughout the whole movie, and are reminiscent of the pressures of society.. audience. This is a great movie for all audiences. Hopefully the second installment of the series lives up to the

The series came back with a double header, giving us a full hour to catch up on what Shulman and Associates have been doing over the past couple months and it certainly made up for its absence. It started with Danny and Mindy returning ing her in New York with a romantic grand gesture, a mariachi band.

It’s clear right away that Mindy wants to be with Danny, but her conscious takes over so she decides to go with Cliff and hear him out. While the strong feelings between Mindy and Danny feel incredibly rushed, it’s hard not to root for them. It just feels really premature.

Breaking up with Cliff doesn’t go as easily as planned. out his grandmother passed and reverts to child-like state of mourning.

Too guilt ridden to leave him at this she can think of, act crazy to drive

him away.

Things continue to escalate from there and Mindy ends up coming clean at the worst possible time, Cliff’s grandmother’s funeral. It’s reway. Besides, he is just another disposable white guy in the long line of disposable white guys Mindy tends to date.

Before jumping right into a relationship with Danny, it would be nice for Mindy to spend some time alone. We’ve spent most of the series watching her jump around from guy to guy and relationship to relationship. Girl needs some time to herself.

Kaling’s writing and acting continues to be as sharp as ever and if you haven’t been watching, now is as good a time as ever to start. See what Mindy, Danny, and the rest of the gang are up to by tuning into “The Mindy Project” Tuesdays at 9 p.m. on FOX.

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Don’t get bored in your relationship Dayna Bloch Managing Editor dbloch@lhup.edu There’s a moment in each relationship when you realize you’re bored; the sparks are gone, there’s no passion and you’re mind is starting to drift towards other people. If you’re truly in love with the person, or at least want to be with them, realize why this you’re stuck in, or just move on completely.

Predictability.

er have is mundane; nothing new is happening and it feels like you’re stuck. Spice it up; whether it’s in

Together time.

Time together should be great, but too much can quickly become claustrophobic and overwhelming. Hanging out with your own friends or doing to miss one another every once in a while.

Laziness.

It is easy to confuse comfort ability with laziness. After a few months of being together you should feel ok lounging in sweats and ordering in.

That doesn’t mean you stop putting effort into planning date nights, highlighting your hair or splurging on a new pair of jeans that make your butt look good. Even though you have them, doesn’t mean you should stop trying to impress them.

Annoyance.

the relationship.

Better options.

Everywhere you turn, you see better dating potentials. You care about your partner, but can’t stop feeling like you settled and deserve more. If this is the case you don’t have much choice but to let go.

Break up, go out and have a good time. It might bring the fun you’ve been craving.

It might be the way they chew their food or the pitch of their voice, but something irks you. If it’s something they can change, open up and communicate with your partner. If it’s just part of their being learn to deal or get out. Ignoring something that bothers you can only lead to bad things in your relationship.

Single memories.

There might always be a moment or two when your single life seems more glorious than the rela-

tionship you’re in now. It might be a passing phase but you need to learn to appreciate your partner. and do the same things you did in your single life.

Goals.

While planning your entire life together can be scary, not having any goals together will leave the two of you with nothing to look forward to, which easily leads to boredom in a relationship. Plan something, it will make both of you feel passionate about working towards a common thing.

Boring sex.

Everything about a relationship can get repetitive, including what you do in the bedroom. Play partner to get out of the monotonous routine you’ve developed.

Personal ties.

When you have no time outside of your relationship it can quickly become all you have. Giving up on your own life for someone else will bring you to Keep time in your life for friends, hobbies, and metime, it will make you appreciate your relationship that much more.

Ditch your winter duds for spring Lisa Conner Staff Writer lconner@lhup.edu

Spring is here and that means that it is time to change out the clothes for spring clothes, there are still some who are clinging to the items that are appropriate for fall and winter. To make this fashion adjustment a little easier for you, here are some tips to follow to avoid some fashion mishaps.

Kiss the beanies goodbye.

I myself am sad to say goodbye to my beanie, but it is important to remember its purpose. Now that it is warmer, it is no longer needed. You may look a little silly sporting a tank top while wearing a winter hat as well. If you feel the need to wear a hat, look into purchasing a trucker hat or a baseball cap.

The days of boots and Uggs are over.

I love my combat boots just the same as anyone, but it is time to store these items away for the fall season. More appropriate shoes to wear during or Chucks with your jeans and capris will be much more fashionable and appropriate for the weather. photo courtesy of camelcitydispatch.com

Scarves are now an accessory of the past. is time to say goodbye to them. Scarves are only deemed acceptable during the fall and winter months. Now that warmer weather is here, you no longer are in need of it to keep you warm. As a substitute, try wearing a long navel

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Hopefully these tips will make your transition from your winter clothes to your spring clothes a little easier.

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Lifestyles

Get your nails on trend

Jaimee Kester Lifestyles Editor jlk7206@lhup.edu

Spring is a time for fresh and clean looks. No look is complete without a

Filling in your half-moons has been a trend for sometime now. Milly took a fresh spin on this by having her models sport nude nails with white half-moons. This keeps your look sleek, clean and professional.

A huge hit this spring is light and bright blues. Turquoise, minty greens and pastel blues are all popular colors.

Essie’s spring collection includes all of these colors with special emphasis on Hide & Go Chic, a bright turquoise, and Fashion Playground, a pistachio green hue.

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A big nail trend seen on the spring runways was understated yet interesting looks. The best way this was shown was a modern french manicure. Holmes and Yang’s models were sporting sheer nails with a colorful tip. This keeps your look simple but fun.

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season. This spring bright fun colors are in style along with new edgy, but simple designs. Say so long to crazy nail art designs because this spring is all about simple but fabulous looks.

Besides just blues other colors popular this spring are lady like shimmers, tropical brights, pastels and metallics. All of these have been seen in previous seasons, but pair them with some of the above mentioned trends and you’ll be ahead of the season’s nail trends.

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General education changes a general pain in the behind Rachel Mazza Senior Copy Editor rmazza@lhup.edu I don’t know about you, but I’m not into wasting my time or my money, and with these changes in general education requirements I feel ated a semester earlier if not for general education credit requirements that have now been changed.

From what I could understand of the rather updated general education section of the LHU website, the most noticeable change is now only one lab science and two seminars are required. These changes go into effect fall of 2014 and include current students, not just incoming freshmen.

However, all graduating seniors still have to take these classes instead of having the option to drop them now (if they are currently in them) or to drop the class from their transcript if they so chose.

If you didn’t get a high grade in that now extraneous science lab and/or seminar class, it is going to remain an unnecessary hindrance to your GPA that

students next semester won’t have to deal with, provided they have not already taken the class.

This is what I have the biggest problem with: I wasted my money and time that I could have spent focusing on classes for my major only to have my GPA brought down by classes that have now been declared irrelevant.

This grievance will likely be dismissed by the notion that I gained experience and knowledge from these classes and it was part of receiving a tally agree with having a well-rounded education and I have to say, I’ve learned a lot from most of my gen. ed. classes.

However, when classes are suddenly not required, and I’ve spent my own money on these courses and I had to go into these classes knowing that lab science is not my strong point, these classes have become nothing more than a hindrance to my academic career. Time and money aside, I’d really just like the option of having such classes removed

need to encourage the importance of knowledge on international matters. Anything that can be done to break the “dumb American” stereotype is a step in the right direction.

However, a lot of students express unhappiness with the foreign language requirements for B.A. majors. The way we approach foreign language is one of the areas most in need of reform (and don’t believe the rumors fellow B.A. majors—we are still required to take through level four of a foreign language).

But I don’t think changing things at the college level is going to do much. The reevaluation of what we should be learning should begin with K-12 education. American public education needs to legitimately start teaching second languages from elementary school like other countries do. That way, it won’t be necessary to take four semesters of it in college because we will already be familiar with the language.

Overall, I think the general education

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them to focus more on classes for their major and teach them how to become global citizens. However, for graduating seniors like me, all it does is highlight wasted time, money and brainpower.

shift in the general education requirements to focus

Viva la Writing Center Megan Penny Guest Writer mrp4766@lhup.edu Do you ever get a paper back, only to have it completely marked with grammatical errors?

Does spell check sometimes do you wrong?

For many students, an essay assignment is the beginning of a gramand the mysterious element known as Inside of Stevenson Library is an incredible resource that many stusary pit stop for all students who have papers to write. Whether you consider

Until recently, I wasn’t even aware that this resource was available.

This semester, I’ve brought two of my papers to the Writing Center and I’ve back on how to make your current paper better—the tutors there explain everything to you, so that you can write better in the future.

I’m just upset I didn’t get to them sooner!

We all know that schoolwork can be extremely stressful, but if it’s a paper that is weighing you down, it’s always helpful to have someone else look over it. The Writing Center will be your second set of eyes. You will feel more at ease turning in a paper when you know you’ve taken the initiative to revise it a few times.

So, next time you’re not sure if your paper is worthy of an A, please take some time to visit the Writing Center. You’ll be thankful that you did!

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April 3, 2014

Five Eagles head to National stage

Corey McQuiston Business administration Sophomore How do you prepare: “Lots of cardio and I work on small things to get better.”

letes qualifying for Nationals this season, which will be taking place this week in upstate New York.

Finals will be airing on CBS this week--check your local listings as well as the Eagle Eye facebook page for times and updates.

Michael Tatom Marketing Freshman How do you prepare: “Cardio, footwork, shadowbox, mix bags, and running a lot.”

Kristin Gilson Drew Gensimore Criminal justice Senior Played football for LHU. How do you prepare: “20 minutes of cardio, jump rope, or run.”

Social work Sophomore 5 people in weight class How do you prepare: “I run a lot to clear my mind.”

Information compiled by Kayla Marsh Photos courtesy of Kate Hibbard

Zack Rice Sports administration Freshman How do you prepare: “Back work and sparring.”

Boxed for six years before joining the club.

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And then there were four Chris Fravel Staff Writer cfravel@lhup.edu

which has brought them this far. One thing is for sure about this Final Four: all seeds can be thrown out-the-window as these two games are bound to be two of the most competitive in college basketball history.

The 2014 NCAA men’s basketball tournament has come a long way since the First Four round.

This year’s tournament has seen some of the biggest surprises in tournament history. Cal Poly, who had one of the worst records as a team who made the

1 Florida Gators (playing Connecticut) The Gators have played arguably the best basketball of any team left in the tournament. Florida plays a balanced game that leans just a bit towards the defensive end of the ball, where they overpower and overwhelm opponents by disrupting their offense and controlling the boards.

Mercer bounced Duke in the round of 64 for perhaps the most devastating and unforeseen upset of the tournament. These moments along with others from the big dance have left just four teams standing as The Florida Gators are the lone one seed left in the tournament and have played incredible teambasketball to this point. The Wisconsin Badgers worked their way through the West region and ultimately upended the Arizona Wildcats to get to this point. The Connecticut Huskies have taken-on the role of underdogs (no pun intended) and upset their way to the Final Four. The Kentucky Wildcats pulled-together and were able to overcome individual issues to play to their full-team-potential,

2 Wisconsin Badgers (playing Kentucky) Despite having two underdog teams in the Final Four, the Wisconsin Badgers have probably been the most-underrated team in the tournament this year as they quietly tore-through the West region to get to this point. Wisconsin uses this underestimation from opponents to their advantage and barrages most everyone they play with a deadly offensive assault.

7 Connecticut Huskies (playing Florida) The Connecticut Huskies aren’t supposed to

be in this year’s Final Four. No, many people had the Huskies losing in the round of 64 against Saint Joe’s and if Connecticut was picked to win against the Hawks, most people had them losing to the Villanova Wildcats in the round of 32. Against all odds, the Huskies are here, stunning and upsetting their way to North Texas as perhaps the most disregarded team without a one or two seed.

8 Kentucky Wildcats (playing Wisconsin) The Kentucky Wildcats have really brought their game to another level as-of-late which has propelled them to this point. It all started when the Wildcats edged out the one seed Wichita State shockers in the round of 32, from there Kentucky rolled with wins against in-state rival Louisville and number two seed Michigan. The Wildcats use their size and strength effectively on both sides of the ball, particularly when controlling the boards.

The Final Four begins in North Texas on SatFlorida versus Connecticut which is slated for a 6:00 P.M. EST start and the second game is between Wisconsin and Kentucky at 8:45 P.M. EST, both of which will be broadcast on TBS.

Eagles unable to pick up win Photo courtesy of Sports Information

Doug Spatafore Sports Information dspatafo@lhup.edu The Lock Haven University softball team (6-17, 1-7 PSAC East) dropped both games of a PSAC East doubleheader Wednesday, April 2 at East Stroudsburg University (8-13, 3-3 PSAC East).

LHU dropped game one, 5-4 as ESU rallied for the win in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Warriors completed the sweep with a 2-0 win in game two of the twin bill.

Lock Haven’s four game-one runs came off eight hits, including a two-run home run from Chelsea Edwards (Horsham, Pa./Hatbroro-Horsham) in the top of the second inning.

Jodi Weaknecht (Kutztown, Pa./Kutztown) was 2-for-4 with two runs scored and Sarah Schwalm (Dauphin, Pa./Central Dau-

phin) was 2-for-3 with a RBI. Pitchers Rachel Mouillesseaux (Endicott, N.Y./Union Endicott) and Jessie Probst (Harrisburg, Pa./Central Dauphin) combined for three strikeouts.

ESU pitcher Laura Suits was the story in game two, as she pitched a two-hit shutout.

Michelle Holweger (Landsdale, Pa./North Penn) and Edwards picked up Lock Haven’s hits.

Probst started game two and threw four before giving way to Mouillesseaux, who didn’t Mouillesseaux added four strikeouts as The Haven duo was solid in the circle despite the loss.

Lock Haven returns to action on Friday, April 4 at 2:30 p.m. when the Lady Eagles PSAC East action.

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Offense comes alive in second half Bret Pallotto Staff Writer bmp6070@lhup.edu Reigning PSAC Player of the Week Chelsea Borrino (Webster, N.Y./Webster Thomas) delivered four assists as the No. 8 Lock Haven lacrosse team (6-2, 3-1 PSAC) defeated No. 15 Bloomsburg (6-3, 4-1 PSAC) by a score of 10-5.

Lock Haven’s offense was lead by a trio of players who each netted a hat trick. Kelly Hamilton (Warrington, Pa./Central Bucks South) was dolf (Holbrook, N.Y./Sachem North) and Lindsay Walbrandt (Telford, Pa./Souderton). Taylor Klunk (Forrest Hill, Md./Bel Air) added to the effort by scoring a goal of her own. son and even tallied an assist on Klunk’s goal. All of Walbrandt’s points points, has accumulated 37 assists along with 10 goals so far this season.

Pandolf started the scoring and put Lock Haven ahead early with the goal coming less than four minutes into the game. LHU would not be able to score for the rest of the half though and only registered three With 23:23 left in regulation, Bloomsburg lengthened their lead to 4-2. Hamilton and Pandolf then combined to score two goals within 20 seconds of each other and the game was then tied. Hamilton’s third and LHU to pull away from Bloomsburg. Redshirt sophomore goalie Chrissy

Photos courtesy of Erika White

game and provided nine saves for LHU. Lock Haven travels to take on their rival and No. 13 West Chester on Saturday, April 5 at 1 p.m. LHU returns home to Charlotte E. Smith Field to play Shepherd on Monday, April 7 at 4 p.m.