LHU Eagle Eye 10.09.2014

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October 9, 2014

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October 9, 2014

Cutting class has consequences Jade Nelson Guest Writer jvn7450@lhup.edu Let’s be honest with ourselves. We’d be lying if we said that those four words never crossed our minds the It’s easy to press snooze, throw our phones across the room, or even just tug the blankets up over our head.

Skipping class is nothing new for many of us; actually, it’s an act that we might be too familiar with. While that extra time in bed might seem worth it, there’s an empty wallet out there crying tears of disappointment and debt. How much does it cost you to skip class?

Students at Lock Haven University pay $300 per credit, or $900 for a three-credit class. $900 isn’t easy to come by, especially when a student needs to take at least 12 credits to be considered full-time.

For a three-credit class that meets three times a week, you are paying approximately $20.00 every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

For a three-credit class meeting two times a week, you are paying approximately $29.00 each day.

Still doesn’t sound like a lot? Here’s some perspective.

There are roughly 109 days in a semester- that makes 47 Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, and 32 Tuesdays and Thursdays. For one week, regarding one class a day, a student is paying about a total of $58 to cover Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and about $57 for Tuesday

and Thursday. What it comes down to is, we can’t afford to waste money when most of us hardly have it to begin with- why skip class and throw it down the drain?

As college students, we jump at the sight of a 20-dollar bill. $20-$30 is plenty of cash to treat yourself and a ticket and snacks at the Roxy, or a t-shirt at the bookstore. The options are endless when it comes to how you spend your money; you just have to be smart about it.

Freshman, Kaitlyn Womer has admitted to skipping class, but realized quickly after how much she regretted it.

“There was an assignment due said, “choosing not to go was Zach Williams, a super senior, also admitted to have experience with skipping class. Aside from simply not “feel“I was too focused on completing work for Both Womer and Williams have agreed that the skipping class is more stressful than going unprepared or feeling fatigued. While it might seem like a good idea in the heat of the moment, think of the long-term effects you’ll have to deal with.

“Really think it through. Think of the emails to professors you’ll have to send, the notes you’ll have to copy or

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Weekly Calendar of Events Thursday, October 9 ‘Gruesome Playground Injuries’ Friday, October 10 Brian O’ Sullivan and Eric Schwartz 7pm Price Auditorium Friday, October 10 ‘Gruesome Playground Injuries’

Saturday, October 11 7pm Price Auditorium Saturday, October 11 ‘Gruesome Playground Injuries’

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Sexual offenses on the rise Sam Shirk sxs1090@lhup.edu Staff Writer Kaitlyn Black knb2320@lhup.edu Guest Writer Crime rates at Lock Haven University for forcible sexual offenses on campus such as rape, sodomy, sexual assault with an object and fondling, has drastically risen in 2013 compared to the two previous years according to the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report distributed by LHU Public Safety.

In 2013, there were 10 reported forcible sexual offenses, a 400% increase from the past year in which only two forcible sexual offenses were reported. 2011 also saw only two reported forcible sexual offenses.

For students, especially those of the female gender, this statistic is worrisome.

Nicole Burkholder-Mosco, an English professor at the University, feels reporting a sexual offense plays a major part in the increase. “I think that part of what we’re seeing across the nation is an increase in reporting. Women - and men - have always been assaulted at alarming rates, but these assaults were (and still are) often under-reported for a variety of reasons,” she said.

However, many are outraged at the way

rape culture is handled in today’s society.

Typically, when faced with a large amount of sexual offenses in a given area, women will be told: don’t dress provocatively, don’t wear your hair in a ponytail, hold your keys between your fingers.

Perhaps the University isn’t handling this correctly. Bernadette Marco, a senior, weighed in on the matter.

“Yes, it’s good that they’re talking to women so they know how to prevent rape, but, they should also be talking to men about making smart decisions because they may not be thinking about their actions and by acting in the moment it could be considered rape. The school should be educating both men and women on the matter.”

Paul Altieri, director of Public Safety, feels the recent media attention and the University’s campaigns will help.

“We’re trying to educate. Now, with our incoming freshman, we [offer a program] that tells about sexual assault and how it can be

prevented and [being given] the opportunity to report...and what the university will do once you report it,” he said.

The University has responded to this jump in numbers by distributing pamphlets to staff and on campus students regarding how to prevent sexual offenses. There is also a mandatory online workshop about sexual offense that select students were emailed to complete.

Posters have also been spotted around campus promoting the issue at hand.

Another program the University is offering to help students is a series of classes referred to as RAD or Rape Against Defense classes. According to the LHU official site RAD is a martial arts program taught by certified RAD instructors that teaches self-defense tactics and techniques.

These classes are offered to University students, faculty and staff and are free of charge.

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October 9, 2014

International students’ enrollment down

Meghan Mausteller mlm6713@lhup.edu Guest Writer

As globalization increases, Lock Haven University works to stay competitive in its attempt to attract international students.å LHU’s Institute of University Research reports that 41 international students studied at Lock Haven for the fall 2013 sein international enrollment from the fall 2003 semester when 88 international students studied at LHU. Over this 10-year period, international enrollment dropped 53.4 percent.

Rosana Campbell, the director of the Institute for International Studies at Lock Haven, places part of the blame on the recent economy. themselves either unwilling or unable to pay to study abroad.

With less students willing to leave their home country, fewer opportunities are available for students to participate in exchange programs like the ones offered at LHU. However, not all schools part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) appear to be having the same problem. In fall 2013, Bloomsburg University reported 138 international students enrolled at their university.

Although Bloomsburg has more students than LHU, their international population totaled 1.47 percent of their total student population, almost double Lock Haven’s 0.8 percent.

Bloomsburg has also reported number growth over the past

few years. Bloomsburg’s university research, which reports enrollment statistics back to 2004, shows a 94.3 percent growth in the number of international students.

With a fellow PASSHE uniincreases in their population of international students, Lock Haven’s es have been working on expanding their presence overseas. and brochures. A new PASSHE program is also being started, which will assess the quality of PASSHE schools in order to gain the attention of students in other countries. The program’s early focus will be on gaining the attention of students from China and India.

If successful, there are hopes of expanding to other nations as well.

Campbell understands the importance of having a diverse student population.

“It is important to expose students from small towns to different cultures, lifestyles, and ways of seeing the world,” says Campbell.

Campbell also hopes that by attracting more international students to Lock Haven, more LHU students will be willing to study abroad themselves. According to Campbell, students with international roommates or students who regularly interact with international students are more likely to show interest in studying abroad themselves.

With these new plans underway, Campbell hopes to see increased international enrollment at Lock Haven in the coming semesters

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October 2, 2014 Date

9/24/2014

Time

5:28 PM

Location Ivy Lane

Police Reports Description

Theft of a bracelet. Under Investigation.

9/25/2014

4:30 PM

Parking Area Vehicle accident no injuries.

9/25/2014

4:12 PM

Unknown

Information-anonymous tweeting about a stabbing on Fairview Street and in Smith Hall. No reports received.

9/25/2014

1:00 PM

Fairview

Report of an upset woman who

Sidewalk

and made contact with woman.Woman upset over the use of the sidewalk.

Off Campus

Report of a sexual assault that occurred within the city limits.

9/26/2014

2:25 PM

Date

Time

3:00 PM

Thomas Field House

Burglary of $80.00 removed from purse on 9/20/14. Under Investigation.

9/26/2014

12:16 PM

Thomas

Burglary of $885.00 removed Investigation.

Location

Description some personal issues needed someone to contacted MHMR.

9/27/2014

3:53 AM

Fairview Suites

Welfare check on a possibly intoxicated female who invited an unknown male into her room for the night. female okay male escorted out of building. Female referred to Student Life.

9/27/2014

2:21 PM

9/27/2014

11:42 PM

accident. No injuries.

9/26/2014

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Need to contact Public Safety?

Call 570-4842278 if you have an emergency

Stevenson Library

Report of a disorderly female. Female was talking to herself and taking pictures of random students.

Female was advised one more complaint and she would be banned from campus.

Area 15 parking area Vehicle struck a parked vehicle. Minor damage.

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October 9, 2014

MTV show hits it out of the park with inclusion Kayla Marsh A&E Editor kmarsh2@lhup.edu “Faking It,” one of MTV’s newest shows has started a new trend in teen-geared television. They created a show with an incredibly offensive concept and made it a strongly acted show that is surprisingly inclusive.

When the premise for the show was announced it had a lot of people in the queer community up in arms. It was two straight girls, faking being lesbians to gain popularity. This concept is offensive and fetishizes the idea of real lesbians.

But low and behold, MTV turned it around and made it an incredibly real ing out her own sexuality. Throughout the course of season one you watch Amy, played

by Rita Volk, discover that her feelings for her best friend Karma are actually romantic and not platonic as she originally thought.

The show does a great job of showing how it feels to realize your sexuality, even if you’re not entirely sure of it.

So season one ended with Amy admitting her feelings to herself and to with a song and a sleepover at the beginning of season two.

Season 2 also had the introduction of an intersex character to the cast.

Last season Amy’s stepsister Lauren, played by Bailey De Young, was being harassed by a fellow student about pills she was taking. It turns out the pills she was popping were estrogen pills.

Lauren was born intersex, meaning she was born with both X and Y-chromosomes but she developed as a girl. Her body just doesn’t produce enough estrogen, so she takes the pills.

MTV did a great job with this character’s development. They had her explain what intersex is and how she copes with it. After the episode ended they had a PSA about intersex persons and links on their website to learn more about being intersex and other ways to get involved in LGBTQIA movements.

If “Faking It” keeps showing all aspects of inclusion, it is in for a long and enlightening run. They’ve taken an idea that could have been incredibly offensive and made it an inclusive show that can help LGBTQIA teens identify themselves and comes to terms with it.

Photo courtesy of MTV.com

Slow start for new season of ‘Supernatural’ Kathleen Ellison Online Editor kae742@lhup.edu The CW’s “Supernatural” is back for premiere “Black” which aired Tuesday at nine. Fair warning, bit of spoilers for the The episode had a lot to work with

by Jensen Ackles) awaking a demon, Casheaven to recuperate. Consequently, I expected an intense and twisted premiere.

Unfortunately I received a premiere that was mild,

nale left off, it started sometime afterwards with Dean abanThis jarring new situation was disappointing, especially since I was expecting an emotional confrontation between newly made demon Dean and Sam, or at least glimpsing the immediate adjustments of Dean being a demon. Instead, we’re treated to the worst kaDean is a little old hat seeing as how we had that for like how many seasons?

Although this new Dean isn’t so much tortured as just being callous and lecherous, it just didn’t really sell me on this whole new soullessness. I feel when it comes to good characters turning evil, Ackles is going to have a hard time topping Padalecki’s soulless Sam from season six.

On the other side of the “Supernatural” ring, we see a sad and dying Castiel trying to help Hannah with some rebel angels. Wow, real new. ing each other, and the ideas of humanity.

I think this lackluster plot is just one of the signs that the show is brilliance and entertainment.

Mark Sheppard’s Crowley was completely on point with his performance. His character’s mysterious motives and wonderful humor kept the show lively. His interactions with Dean we’re especially humorous. I’m looking forward to seeing his plans for this season, particularly with Abbadon supporters still around.

Crowley wasn’t alone in stirring up the show. The in seeing his story explored.

Despite the overall blandness of the premiere, there is a lot of promise for this season, and I’m certainly looking forward to it, particularly the musical episode. If you want demons, deadly monsters, and plaid I suggest you watch “Supernatural” on the CW at 9 on Tuesdays.

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October 9, 2014

Did You Know?

In “Fight Club” there is a Starbuck coffee visble in every scene.

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7 Arts & Entertainment The a Childish Gambino does it again! n e r A m u Alb Spencer McCoy A&E Editor smccoy@lhup.edu Childish Gambino carries a lot of weight on his shoulders, after taking a break from acting to pursue music more full time, we were greeted with “Because the Internet back” in 2013.

Now only one year later he releases “Kauai,” and let me tell you, this album is awesome. I liked Because the Internet a lot but Kauai blows it out of the water.

Speaking of water, this album reminds me about nothing but sitting on the beach with some friends just enjoying our time together.

It has a very beachy feel which comes from the constant sounds of waves and seagulls in the background of

some of the songs.

Though much shorter in length than most feature albums these seven songs pack a punch.

You can tell each one of these songs took a lot of production work, and a guest feature of Jaden Smith makes the album a little more unique. Kauai is just such a different piece of work from Childish.

Childish and Jaden tell a story throughout the entire album, about their past times hanging out with friends, and bunch of interesting tid-bits about their lives.

One of the best songs on the album in my opinion is “The Palisades.” Childish Gambino goes off and really creates an interesting line between spoken word and rap. Another track on Kauai

with sultry sounds Megan Penny Staff Writer mrp4766@lhup.edu This past Friday, Pittsburgh based pop/R&B artist Bridgette Perdue played in Lock Haven at Avenue 209 coffee shop.

Perdue’s original songs carried themes such as navigating the possibilities after college, relationships and her life philosophies - all with positive tones of empowerment.

With sincere, charming and fun pop lyrics, she has created songs that are feel-good for everyone, topped with an incredible vocal delivery.

Perdue spent much of her set joking around with audience members and encouraging people to sing along.

Her vibrant personality shows in

her lyrics and piano compositions.

In addition to original pieces of her own, Perdue played covers of well known songs by artists such as Michael Jackson, Alicia Keys, Adele, Beyonce and John Legend.

Including an enthusiastic crowd sing-a-long to Beyonce’s “Irreplaceable” and a more solemn wail-a-long to Adele’s “Someone Like You.” Perdue ended the night by signing copies of her album which were on a “one time only college student discount” for $5.

If you like the kind of upbeat pop/R&B music you can internally jam to while walking to class (while obviously maintaining no facial expression), then check out Bridgette Perdue smiling and humming along.

is “Poke.” This features Donald Glovers younger brother Steve G. lover. I didn’t know Childish had siblings that were also in the music industry so it was cool to see these two do a song together.

The last thing that really stood out to me was the “3005” remix that in my themed album perfectly. A great addition to the album that really closes out these 7 tracks well.

I can honestly say that having listened to Kauai all the way through I can safely say it is my favorite Childish Gambino album to date.

I loved Every song on the album and a lot of work was clearly put in to it. If sure to listen to Kauai as soon as possible. You won’t regret it.

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“That is the last time we take directions from a squirrel.”

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Students dish about Bentley Jennie Slota Staff Writer jslota@lhup.edu

It’s no secret that the life of a college student is not only hectic and busy but stressful. Students on cama proper meal in for the day. Eating a proper healthy meal is vital for your health.

Students at Lock Haven University are offered a wide range of variety of food at their diner. Bentley Hall, located at 401 North Fairview Street in Lock Haven, provides both a buffet style cafeteria and shop-like foods for students. The upper diner provides a buffet with a salad bar, sandwich station, homestyle meal and several other options.

Lower Bentley has the more shoplike foods with burgers and fries, and in the grill are pizza, pasta and wraps.

It’s easy and convenient to grab the quick and fast foods that Bentley has to offer, however are they always good quality of food? A better question would be, are they the proper foods to eat to maintain a healthy diet?

Students at LHU admit that grabbing the easier, sometimes unhealthier meals that Bentley has to offer is a lot more convenient to their busy schedule. However, they also say the quick stuff is not as edible as they would like it to be and

Lower Bentley student worker Kiona Robbins, a sophomore geology major, says the grill seems to be the most popular thing for the students.

“Students like the grill, not particularly because it’s good food, but because they don’t want to wait and it’s convenient.

Students who have the time to wait a little longer and want a healthier, better tasting meal have other options in lower Bentley as well. The Wrap section offers a variety of different wraps, salads and sandwiches.

“I normally like the wraps in lower Bentley. Sometimes the line is really long but it’s healthier and they are always delicious. When I don’t have time to wait. I get the curly fries in upper, even though they are not as healthy, they are good,” said Rashard Gayle, a fresh-

man math major.

Based on student options around the campus, lower Bentley is preferred for better food quality. Upper provides faster service, and more variety. Both areas have options to eat healthier if you want to.

Senior Derrick Watkins, a geology major said he does not eat on campus very often, but when he does he tries to avoid the “faster foods”, such as pizza, fries and anything that comes from the grill in order to maintain a well-balanced diet.

He also said there have been some changes for the better over the years he has been here.

“The fruit infused water in upper Bentley is rather new and very good, I also look forward to steak night on Tuesdays.” Watkins said.

“I just wish they would offer more grilled chicken. The chicken they do serve is usually fried and doesn’t look very appetizing, in fact sometimes it’s still pink looking inside,” he said.

Several other students enjoy the pasta, salad bar and home-style meals in upper Bentley offers. The home-style meals usually include chicken and a vegetable.

Photo Courtesy of Jennie Slota

Rashad Gayle a freshman math major eats in the Upper Bentley cafeteria.

Club of the week: Gay Straight Alliance Kate White News Editor kmw4152@lhup.edu Club of the Week: Straight Alliance (GSA)

Gay

Club President: Sara Guthrie, sguthri2@lhup.edu Club Advisor: Tara Mitchell, tmitchel@lhup.edu Meetings: Tuesday, 6pm, Robinson 408 Mission Statement: To promote social, cultural and academic activities for GSA members and interested LHU students, faculty and community. We also assist incom-

ing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, asexual and other students with any incoming social or academic problems they may face.

About Gay Straight Alliance: The Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) attempts to bring more awareness to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA) community and allies of the community. GSA sponsor events including but not limited to Ally Week, Pride Week and a Spring Drag Show.

Members of the GSA have worked very hard to create a safe environment for those on campus within the LGBTQIA community and their allies. They hope to continue their advocacy to develop a more welcoming and accepting at-

titude throughout campus.

Students are encouraged to join the club as a way to get involved on campus and meet new people.

GSA aims to provide a safe space to affirm and empower students, no matter their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Events sponsored by GSA raise money for local charities; in the past this has included an AIDs resource in Williamsport and the Lock Haven chapter of PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays).

Members also have the opportunity to attend LGBTQIA leadership conferences to learn more about the LGBTQIA community, current advocacy movements, how to be leaders for change and to network with and create community among other university GSA groups and activist

leaders.

The club is made up of all ages and majors and welcome to anyone identifying within the LGBTQIA, allies of the community and those interested in learning more about the GSA or LGBTQ activism.

“I feel that GSA has been such a crucial part of my experience at LHU. It’s so important to have a safe space for students, who can be struggling with their selfidentity, and need peers who have gone through it, or are still going through it, that can empathize. In another aspect the sense of community in the club helps empower us to take charge of our own lives and be leaders and organize for the change we want to see in the world,” said Noah Penny, a junior Recreational Management Major.

October 9, 2014

Lifestyles

Camo ‘N’ Herring:

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Professional Dress

Hally Wilson Staff Writer hwilson2@lhup.edu Who would have thought that females would have to break their Monday through Friday ritual of black tights, Ugg boots and a North Face for a skirt, blouse and heels for a presentation in a class?

Well to a lot of Ugg fanatics, that will be a no. College is not only preparing your mind for the real world but also your wardrobe. I’m pretty sure football player’s shirt. So what is the preferred dress for females?

First off, this isn’t a regular weekend outing with your girlfriends so wearing a skirt that is tight and above your knees is frowned upon and will cause you to lose points (especially in Dr. Reece’s class).

The preferred skirt to wear for classes is, in my opinion, a simple black DISCLAIMER: The views written by Eagle Eye

makes you seem slightly fast, but also that you are trying to use your “gifts” to propel you into a career. And even if you still like to show off that chest, throw on a blazer or a sweater to not only cover up but also look more classy.

those of the entire staff.

or the ones they wear during PFW (Paris Fashion Week), don’t. Stick to at upon regardless. For touch ups, light jewelry and natural make-up for an “A” on your presentation.

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Man in the moon origins revealed Lona Middleton Copy Editor lkemp@lhup.edu

very long time ago.

The rest of the familiar image of the Moon’s face is the dark spots near the large crater. These spots give the Moon its recognizable portrait. They were also caused by the once molten underbelly

Many of us look up each night and see what we have all become familiar with as “the Man in the Moon.” This formation on the surface of the moon has inspired writers, poets and future scientists for generations. It has been thought to be the craters left from massive impacts of meteors to the Moon’s surface. This idea has been largely accepted by the academic community for generations. That is, until recently. sion that has thrown the old idea out the window.

Researchers for MIT and other universities have been able to use this new data to make a more detailed map of the area the “Man in the Moon” is located, Procellarum. It turns out that under-

to the surface of the Moon through what a professor at MIT calls the Moon’s plumbing system. The magma then cooled, leaving dark patches on the surface and giving the Moon its recognizable visage.

neath the Moon’s surface, at one time, were on the Moon. The massive crater once thought to be from a large meteor impact is actually from a volcanic eruption on the Moon’s surface a very,

in the night sky and see the comforting or maybe mysterious face gazing back down at us, we have a clearer view of how it got there. The now calm and dole Moon was once a riotous volcanic mass. Over time, it calmed and now overlooks the Earth with a patient and serene smile upon its surface.(info from the journal Nature) Photo Courtesy of www.cloudfront.net

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Fighting midterm madness with fitness Amanda Sicher Guest Writer als8521@lhup.edu

throughout the year. If you enjoy playing sports and getting involved in out-

School has returned and we’re all settled back into the college lifestyle.

October has now arrived where the weather gets cooler and the homework increases more and more. Of course, it’s important to study hard and do well ority. Many college students keep up with daily workout routines to upkeep their day to day schedule, although many students tend to focus more on the books. ing will get done the way you want it to. Personally, I make a list of every-

have not already, take an hour out of your busy day and check it out! And

Any type of athletic activity is better than sitting indoors watching television.

Many people on campus consider using our student recreational center,

on my list. It not only reminds me to go but it also keeps me motivated to make sure I get to everything done. Another helpful tip is to use the stairs on your way to class.

Fall has arrived and the season has changed. It’s important to stay healthy and maintain a balanced diet considering the fruits and vegetables that are in season. It’s important to understand that keeping in shape and At Lock Haven, we have many sporting and intramural clubs to join

Granny Kat’s Pumpkin Roll 1 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 1 cup pumpkin puree 3 eggs 1 teaspoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1 cup confectioners’ sugar Check All Add to Shopping List Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). roll pan or cookie sheet. pumpkin pie spice. Stir in pumpkin puree, eggs, and lemon juice.

Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 15 minutes.

Lay a damp linen towel on the counter, sprinkle it with confectioner’s sugar, and turn the cake onto the towel. Carefully roll the towel up (lengthwise) with the cake in it. Place the cake-in-towel on a cooling rack and let it cool for 20 minutes.

Make the icing: In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and sugar with a wooden spoon or electric

cooled 20 minutes, unroll it and spread icing onto it. Immediately re-roll (not in the towel this time), and wrap it with plastic wrap.

Keep the cake refrigerated or freeze it for up to 2 weeks in aluminum foil. Cut the cake in slices just before serving.

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classes such as Zumba. It’s a great way to get your heart rate pumping while having fun socializing with friends! take advantage of the levee here in Lock Haven. It’s the perfect opportunity for those who love to run or take walks to get in shape. having a money jar and putting in a few dollars every time, saving up for something you really want will give you motivation to push yourself to look and feel better about yourself and in the end, get something special!

Getting in a good workout can be stressful and time consuming but in the in many ways so don’t forget to take an hour out of your day and get some

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October 9, 2014

Domestic Violence Awareness Month: ‘No one ever deserves abuse’

Vicky Kramer Staff Writer vak1553@lhup.edu

fall weather, pumpkins, Halloween, hayrides and many other fall festivities. However, October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Each year, more than 7 million people fall victim to domestic violence, men and women alike.

Domestic violence is one of the least reported incidents to the police and it is also the second most common is heart disease.)

Contrary to what many think, domestic violence is not limited to major urban areas. Often times, rural areas have many unreported cases of domestic violence due to the lack of resources available to the victims.

People are sometimes dumbfounded to learn that domestic violence occurs right here in Lock Haven, too.

In 2013, Clinton County had 267 adult victims of domestic violence

and 40 children who were subjected to domestic violence. On a positive note, there were no fatalities for Clinton County; however, other counties have not been so fortunate. Allegheny County (Pittsburgh area) nearly doubled in domestic violence fatalities from 2012-2013.

The Clinton County Women’s Center (CCWC) is a safe haven for victims of domestic violence. They provide shelter, food, clothing, counseling and legal support for the victims of domestic violence.

On Wed Oct. 1, 2014 the CCWC held a candlelight vigil at Triangle Square in honor of all those who lost their lives to domestic violence, anyone who has struggled with it, and all who are still struggling with it. More than 75 people were in attendance and three guest speakers spoke out against domestic violence. Along with personal testimonies of victims who shared their stories about strength and survival.

From July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014 the CCWC provided services to 478 people – 443 females and 35

males. They provided 3,307 meals, housed 25 adults and 17 children for a total of 1,048 days (all of whom were subjected to some form of abuse).

CCWC has a budget of $500,000 (which comes from government funding) and it is dispersed as followed: 70% helps victims of domestic violence while the remaining 30% helps victims of sexual assault. Recently, the CCWC was awarded a $20,000 grant from The Mary Kay Foundation. $20,000 means 20,000 more lives to save!

I was there when they found out and the smiles and emotions were aplenty!

This semester I began volunteering at the CCWC and it has been a life changing experience for me.

I have seen the struggles of victims in real-time before my eyes. Domestic violence is unfortunately alive and well in Lock Haven. The community is truly blessed to have such a wonderful place as the CCWC that caters to abuse victims.

Since volunteering at the center, I have learned so much about domestic

violence awareness and what victims deal with in general. I’m very grateful to have this opportunity and I’m excited for what the future has in store and all the positive impacts the CCWC can have.

Domestic violence is becoming an epidemic, and if we do not try to stop it now it, it will overpower us.

Do not let domestic violence continue. If you see something, say something. If you need help or know someone who needs help you can call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or you can call or visit the Clinton County Women’s Center (34 West Main St. Lock Haven, PA 17745, (570) 748-9509 or (570) 923-2270).

If your life is in imminent danger, please call 911 to be directed to your local authorities.

Gandhi said it best: “You may never know what results come of your action, but if you do nothing there will be no result.”

Remember, love shouldn’t hurt and no one ever deserves abuse regardless of the circumstances.

PA residents: Protect what’s yours Scott Snyder Guest Writer sss6447@lhup.edu Stand your ground!

Some PA residents aren’t aware that they live in a stand-your-ground state. Well, they do; we do.

Our stand-your-ground laws come in the form of a bill passed known as The Castle Doctrine. And everybody ought to know more about this bill.

Do you know what this bill means? Because if you don’t, you should. It means that if somebody comes into your house and poses a threat to your life or safety, you as a Pennsylvanian have the right to defend yourself. If somebody enters your house without your consent, you can shoot that burglar down.

However, it has to be evident that the crook committed forced entry and that he posed a threat

to your life or other members of the household.

That’s key.

I stand behind this bill because with all the whack jobs in today’s world, you never know what tomorrow will bring.

Tomorrow could bring some criminal to your back door, who would then proceed to break into your house. Yeah, you can call 911, but what if by that time he had a knife to your mother’s throat?

Wouldn’t you rather have been prepared? Wouldn’t mother’s life? It’s your right to, so why not?

Although I am for this bill, I will say that there is a loophole in this bill that isn’t so much a good thing. Some people could take advantage of this bill to kill somebody who was never a threat to anybody or anyone’s property. It has to be evident that a criminal posed a threat, but all a homeowner would have to do is plant a sharp knife in the hand

of the alleged criminal and say that he tried to kill someone. That’s where some problems occur.

One incident that was at the forefront of news for a long time was the shooting of Trayvon Martin. You’ve all heard about that case and have your own opinions so I’m not going to get into it, but the controversy came in part because of laws like ours.

I see the issue as one where I would rather be safe than sorry.

For criminals, it’s really a simple concept: if you break into someone’s house you deserve to be shot. yourself facing a gun.

Don’t abuse your rights, but stand up for what’s yours.

Editor’s note: The views expressed in this article

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Cut ties with complaining comrades Nicole Creamer Staff Writer nac8638@lhup.edu

Friendship is not a one-way street. There needs to be mutual communication between all parties in order for all to be emotionally satis-

The oh-sure-I’ll-listen-to-you-andthen-interrupt-your-problems-to-talkabout-something-irrelevant person: yes, we all know someone who does this and yes this person deserves to be cut out of your life.

You may go to this person for advice or just for pure sympathy, but then the conversation gets turned around when they start talking about their problems or something completely off-topic. You and your issues get pushed aside and you, the person who

have problems, that causes issues because the other will inevitably really need someone to just listen to them. It causes both parties pain because the complainer starts feeling left out and alone while the other feels neglected and has to go to others when he or she has problems.

The interrupter/complainer needs to realize they are pushing their friends away; it’s not the other way around. When someone feels neglected by their friend, no matter how close

place are forced to become the listener to a non-stop c o m plainer.

A s the seconds go on you get more and more frustrated and just want to walk out.

You may be turned off from going to that person with your problems ever again.

Well here’s what I say: they deserve to have that coming to them.

You can’t expect someone to like you if all you ever do is talk about yourself and complain about everything going on in your life. Other people have problems too and if you don’t shut up and listen every once in a while, you are going to push away people who you thought were your friends.

a better friendship elsewhere. It’s not to be taken personally by the interrupting party, but as more of an eye-opener.

It should be something to make the interrupter wake up and smell the coffee and realize they aren’t being as good of a friend as they can be.

“When someone feels neglected by their friend, no matter how close they are, they tend to find a better friendship elsewhere.”

yourself saying that this is you and your friend, then I’ll give you two pieces of advice. One: talk it out with your friend and see if they want to put in an effort to change. Two: if they don’t change or don’t want to change, then leave, because you deserve a better friend who will listen to you just as much as you listen to them.

And remember, don’t feel bad.

After all, the interrupter/complainer deserves it.

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Michigan will be no easy win The Penn State Nittany Lions were undefeated going into last weekend’s game against Northwestern at Beaver Stadium.

Everything sort of seemed to be clicking, if you will. But to put it in perspective, Penn State (41, 1-1 Big Ten) had not played a somewhat decent team up until the Northwestern game. Maybe you can throw Rutgers into the “somewhat decent” category, it’s a tossup.

Northwestern fell into that “somewhat decent” category, and to me, Northwestern was Penn State’s first “somewhat decent” opponent.

And what ended up happening?

Penn State got exposed and lost 29-6 in a game they looked completely unprepared for.

So, the string of conference games have begun, and the road does not get any easier for the next few weeks for the Nittany Lions.

Saturday, Penn State travels

to Ann Arbor, MI., to take on the floundering Michigan Wolverines.

Yes, the floundering Michigan Wolverines, the ones that Brady Hoke has been destroying the reputation of over the past few seasons.

The Wolverines are a dismal 2-4 on the season, and are 0-2 in the Big Ten. They rank 103 out of all FBS schools in points-per-game at 22.3. However, they are not far behind Penn State, as Penn State just averaged 22.8 points-per-game.

There are two differences between these two teams: the passing game, and the running game.

Penn State’s passing game is excellent. Christian Hackenberg is a great quarterback for just being a sophomore, but he still needs work. Still, Michigan has no real pass threat.

Michigan, as a team, is averaging 173.2 passing yards per-game, to Penn State’s 306.8.

Michigan had started the season with Devin Gardner as their starting quarterback. They switched to Shane Morris, and are now back to Gardener. Still, no real passing attack.

What Penn State must worry about is Michigan’s ground-game.

The Wolverines average 180 yards on the ground per-game, to Penn State’s 101, an area where they have really struggled this year.

Penn State has not been able to establish the run-game, at all.

The Nittany Lion’s leadingrusher is Bill Belton with 149 yards.

For Michigan, Derrick Green leads the charge and has 471 rushingyards, which leads the team.

Here’s quick stat for you: Michigan’s second-string running-back, De’Veon Green, has two less carries than Belton, who is Penn State’s starter, on the season. Green has 47, Belton has 49.

Their offenses are based around different assets of each team. Penn State is more pass-based, while Michigan is more run-based.

Still, Michigan can still score a ton of points, even though they may not have shown it spectacularly this year.

But here’s my point: no game at “The Big House” is easy.

The game is a night-game at

7 p.m. on Saturday, and “The Big House” never has any shortages of noise.

Penn State cannot underestimate Michigan. They may have started out horribly this season, but I don’t think Penn State is all that great either.

Remember last season, the fourovertime game that Penn State won in a white-out at Beaver Stadium?

That was magic, and that was luck.

This year the tale is reversed.

Michigan is playing at home, in front of a likely sea-of-yellow.

For some reason, despite Penn State’s last performance against Northwestern, I still think Penn State will win this game.

I think the extra week of rest and preparation will be huge for Penn State, especially for their defense which just looked tired and worn out against Northwestern.

Michigan is coming off a hardfought loss at Rutgers on Saturday, so I like the Nittany Lions to prevail 24-20 on Saturday night.

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Penn State Nittany Lions at Michigan Wolverines Saturday, October 11th, 7 p.m.

Michigan Stadium, Ann Arbor, MI. TV: ESPN2 Penn State: Passing yards per-game: 306.8 (25th FBS) Rushing yards per-game: 101.0 (116th FBS) Points per-game: 22.8 (99th FBS) Points against per-game: 14.6 (10th FBS)

Michigan: Passing yards per-game: 173.2 (109th FBS) Rushing yards per-game: 180.8 (57th FBS) Points per-game: 22.8 (104th FBS) Points against per-game: 22.8 (52nd FBS)

Offensive Leaders: C. Hackenberg: 113-195, 1477yds, 4td, 6int B. Belton: 49att, 189yds, 3.9avg, 3td D. Hamilton: 36rec, 502yds, 13.9avg, 0td G. Lewis: 29rec, 495yds, 17.1avg, 1td S. Ficken: 10/12fg, 42-long, 12/12xp

Offensive Leaders: D. Gardner: 75-120, 911yds, 5td, 7int D. Green: 82att, 471yds, 5.7avg, 3td D. Smith: 47att, 282yds, 6.0avg, 4td D. Funchess: 29rec, 392yds, 13.5avg, 3td M. Wile: 5/9fg, 42-long, 17/17xp

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Jayson Moyer Co-Sports Editor jpm362@lhup.edu

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Week six college football roundup Bret Pallotto Co-sports Editor bmp6070@lhup.edu

Eleven of the top 25 teams in college football eight which has never happened before -- Katy Perry schooled Lee Corso in College Gameday’s pick ‘em and Washington State QB Connor Halliday set an insane passing record in the latest amazing week of college football. to go down when they lost at home against previously unranked Arizona on Thursday by a score of 31-24. Heisman hopeful Marcus Mariota had an the game, but was sacked from the blindside and consequently fumbled the ball. Arizona moved up to No. 10 in the AP poll and Oregon dropped to No. 12.

College Gameday arrived on the campus of No. 11 Ole Miss when they took on, and defeated, No. 3 Alabama 23-17. Katy Perry was the latest celebrity guest to make an appearance on the show and when Corso chose the Crimson Tide, she pulled the elephant head off and played to the home crowd by choosing Ole Miss to pull off the upset.

No. 4 Oklahoma went on the road as well to play No. 25 TCU and lost 37-33. Katy Perry shared the spotlight in this game as well after she told OU QB Trevor Knight to call her on Gameday as well.

No. 6 Texas A&M and Kenny Hill went to take on No. 12 Mississippi State and A&M was beaten soundly 48-31. Mississippi State QB Dak Prescott played a large role in the outcome of the game as he through for 268 yards and added 77 yards on the ground. Hill passed for 362 yards, but was responsible for three interceptions as well. after Utah beat them 30-28. The Utes kicked the remaining in the game. UCLA put themselves in

as time ran out, but the kick was no good and that capped a crazy Saturday with plenty of upsets.

No. 9 Notre Dame welcomed No. 14 Stanford and their top-ranked defense and beat the Cardinal 17-14 in a game that was very reminiscent of their 2012 contest during Notre Dame’s run to the National Championship. Everett Golson found Ben Koyack in the corner of the end zone on fourth down to put the Irish ahead.

The most impressive team to come out unscathed was No. 5 Auburn when they embarrassed No. 15 LSU 41-7. Nick Marshall accounted for over 300 yards and four touchdowns in the victory. The win pushed Auburn to No. 2 in the nation behind with their slate of brutal games remaining on the schedule. Their remaining opponents are: at No. 3 Mississippi State (this Saturday), at No. 3 Ole Miss, vs. No. 14 Texas A&M, at No. 13 Georgia and they conclude their regular season at No. 7 Alabama.

Connor Halliday and the Cougars of Washington State shredded the Cal Golden Bears defense to the tune of 734 passing yards which is now the most in FBS history. Halliday’s top four receivers accounted for 36 receptions and 638 yards. Oppostouchdowns in the 60-59 win. The two combined to set the record for most passing yards in a game with 1,261. Neither of the two were intercepted despite a combined 123 passing attempts.

AP Top Ten 1. Florida State (Previous Rank - 1) 2. Auburn (Previous Rank - 5) 3. Mississippi State (Previous Rank - 12)* 3. Ole Miss (Previous Rank - 11)* 5. Baylor (Previous Rank - 7) 6. Notre Dame (Previous Rank - 9) 7. Alabama (Previous Rank - 3) 8. Michigan State (Previous Rank - 10) 9. TCU (Previous Rank - 25) 10. Arizona (Previous Rank - Unranked) *Tied with 1,320 points Dropped from rankings: LSU (15), USC (16), Wisconsin (17), BYU (18)

Lady Eagles battling hard with long distance travel

Bret Pallotto Co-sports Editor bmp6070@lhup.edu

Beginning on Oct. 3, the Lock Haproximately 2,240 round trip miles Head coach Pat Rudy initially led her team to Amherst, Mass. (365 miles one-way, 730 overall) to play UMASS on Friday, Oct. 3. The team dropped that contest 3-0 for their second consecutive loss. Once the game concluded, the ladies got back on the bus and traveled six hours back to LHU for a round trip total of 12 hours traveled.

There was a quick turnaround for the girls as they had a game two days later on Sunday, Oct. 5 at Rider University in Lawrenceville, N.J. which was 220 miles away (440 miles overall). However, the trip ended in the same result as the previous two

games despite getting a goal from ju-

was 2-1 and the girls once again had to travel three and half hours to get back to LHU for a total travel time of seven hours.

Luckily, the girls have been able to remain at Lock Haven to prepare for their game at Davidson (535 miles away, 1,070 overall) this Saturday to try and snap their season-high three game losing streak. The drive to Davidson, N.C. will take the team approximately eight and a half hours for a grand travel time of 17 hours. These three trips will span 2,240 miles and roughly 36 hours to complete.

When asked about the challenges that these trips present, sophomore standout Lydia George said, “Usually we arrive the day before a game so we can get a good nights rest in the comfort of a hotel. Sometimes it is hard to bounce back after a long time of travel but when it comes down to it, we have been pushed to play when our bodies

are physically exhausted during preseason so a little fog from the trip to the other school is minor.”

While the girls travel sizable distances to play these games, there are additional perks to being a studentathlete. Taylor Kennedy, who is one of two seniors on the team, is grateful

hockey has allowed her. “The experience of being able to travel to different states and see different places is awesome, because some places that we go to I would not normally have the chance to experience on my own,” said Kennedy.

While these girls are athletes, they are also students who must complete the same amount of class work that other students must. Sophomore Megan Wenrich learned a lot from her experiences as a freshman. “My freshman year I would put off doing assignments until the last minute, but I have learned that I need to budget my time better. I do homework in between

classes and study ahead of time, so I will be more prepared,” Wenrich said.

“The month of October has been tough because we have/are going to miss every class we have on Fridays.

Personally, I balance classroom responsibilities as a student athlete by using my free time on these trips to be productive and get work done. I normally use the time on the bus or down time in a hotel to study. It is important for us as student athletes to make our teachers aware of our abclass,” said George.

Kennedy echoed that same sentiment when she said, “It does become you’re traveling so much but I really manage my time well, with taking tests prior to leaving and getting all the work that I miss. My teachers are which makes everything a lot easier too.”

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Wali Hepburn named Preseason Super 16 Selection Doug Spatafore Sports Information Director dspatafo@lhup.edu Wali Hepburn (Philadelphia/ Neumann-Goretti) of the Lock Haven University men’s basketball team was named a 2014 Division II Bulletin Preseason Super 16 Selection.

Hepburn is coming off a monster junior-season.

Following last season he earned All-American, All-Region and All-Conference honors.

Hepburn was a 2013-14 Division II Bulletin All-America Fourth Team selection following last season, where he averaged a conference-best 21.9 points per game.

Hepburn was named the PSAC East Player of the Year and was a PSAC First Team selection.

He was also a 2014 National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) First Team All-District

(Atlantic) and Daktronics All-Atlantic Region First Team honoree.

Hepburn powered the Bald Eagles to their most successful season in over two decades. LHU’s 17 wins were the most in 25 years winning-season since 1993. The Bald Eagles also advanced to the time since 2003.

After 27 games played, Hepburn’s 21.9 points per game marked the best scoring average in the entire PSAC and ranked him 12th in all of NCAA Division II men’s basketball.

Hepburn also averaged 5.7 rebounds a game and 4.3 assists per game during the season. His 4.3 assists per game ranked as second-best in the PSAC and he was sixth in minutes played per game at 34.4.

Hepburn topped 30 points in a game three times, including 35 in a road-win at Seton Hill in early January. He also had 10 rebounds

in the game. In 27 starts, Hepburn scored in double digits in all, but one game last season.

In the upset of then-ranked No. 3 East Stroudsburg in early February, Hepburn became the 16th LHU men’s basketball player to surpass the 1,000 point plateau.

In all, he scored 592 points last season, giving him 1,125 for this career.

Hepburn’s 2013-14 Stats GP-GS: 27-27 Min: 34.4 FG%: 45.3 3Pt%: 24.2 FT%: 83.8 Reb: 5.7 Assists: 4.3 Stl: 1.2 Blk: 1.2 PPG: 21.9

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Hepburn is ready to lead Lock Haven to back-to-back strong seasons.

No. 9 West Chester downs LHU, 41-16 Jayson Moyer Co-Sports Editor jpm362@lhup.edu The Lock Haven University football team (0-5, 0-4 PSAC) fell to the West Chester Golden Rams (5-0, 4-0 PSAC) 41-16 on Saturday at John A. Farrell Stadium in West Chester, Pa. The Golden Rams orchestrated a five-play, 94-yard drive in 1:54 which ended in a 13-yard touchdown pass to Shannon Mayer to put West Chester up early in the first quarter.

Eight minutes later, West Chester went up 10-0 on a Rich Bruno 43-yard field goal with 2:06 left in the first quarter.

Early in the second quarter, Sean McCartney threw

his second touchdown pass of the day as the Golden Rams drove 68 yards in just three plays to go up 17-0.

Caleb Walton ran in a one-yard touchdown with 7:11 left in the second half to put the Bald Eagles on the board, trailing 17-6. That was Lock Haven’s most efficient and productive drive on the day, as they drove 75 yards in eight plays and 4:07.

West Chester was quick to respond on their very next possession, as McCartney threw a 16-yard touchdown pass to Erick Brundidge, and West Chester led 24-6 going into the half.

McCartney threw his fourth touchdown pass of the day, his second to Tim Brown, to put the Golden Rams up 31-6 midway

through the third quarter.

Alex Boumerhi kicked a 44-yard field goal 1:54 later to make the score 31-9, but Lock Haven would end up needing much more than that.

West Chester tacked on 10 more points, including McCartney’s fifth touchdown pass of the day, to go up 41-9.

Malyk Harris scored on a 43-yard touchdown run for Lock Haven with 2:00 left in the fourth quarter, but that would cap off the scoring.

Lock Haven will return to action this Saturday as they host Shippensburg at 3 p.m. at Hubert Jack Stadium. The game will be a pink-out for Breast Cancer Awareness, so all fans are encouraged to wear something pink.

2014 Lock Haven Schedule

9/6: at West Virginia State - L 19-14 9/13: vs. Seton Hill - L 27-16 9/20: vs. Indiana (Pa.) - L 21-16 9/27: at East Stroudsburg - L 48-21 10/4: at West Chester - L 41-16 10/11: vs. Shippensburg - 3p.m.

10/18: at Cheyney - 1p.m.

10/25: vs. Millersville - 2p.m.

11/1: at Kutztown - 1:05p.m.

11/8: vs. Bloomsburg - 1p.m.

11/15: at California (Pa.) - 1p.m.