Lock Haven Eagle Eye Vol. 91 Issue 10

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the Eagle Eye volume 91

nov. 20, 2020

issue 10

NEWS (3) LETTER TO THE EDITOR FOR FIRST LADY WOLF - PAGE 13

A&E (7) LHU UPDATE ON 2020-2021 ATHLETIC COMPETITION - PAGE 15

LHU NURSING GR ADUATE OPENS MENTAL HEALTH PR ACTICE IN CLEARFIELD - PAGE 4

LIFESTYLE (11)

SPORTS (16)

News 2

Nov. 20, 2020

Police Reports 11/07/20 Susquehanna Ave. 11/08/20 Bellefonte Ave. 11/11/20 Fairview Suites Officer assisted other department with Traffic Stop for failure to stop at posted Medical call. Individual transported to traffic control for a medical emergency. stop sign. Verbal Warning issued. hospital via ambulance.

11/07/20 Off Campus Officer assisted other department with checking on the welfare of an individual. Individual transported to hospital for mental health evaluation.

11/09/20 Off Campus 11/13/20 Off Campus Officer assisted other department with Officer assisted another department report of possible harassment. with checking status of individual.

11/10/20 East Campus Property was found and returned to owner.

Covid-19 Total For more information about Covid-19 on campus, please go to : https://www.lockhaven.edu/Covid19Dashboard/

Eagle Eye Staff Managing Editors Kiara Carson knc9459@lockhaven.edu Design & Ads Manager Kerri Hoover kah4338@lockhaven.edu

Online Editor Tess English tae7002@lockhaven.edu News Editor Cassandra Keller cmk2356@lockhaven.edu Lifestyles Editor This could be you!

Sports Editor This could be you!

Opinion Editor Kristin Turner kat5364@lockhaven.edu A&E Editor Tiana Gair teg5895@lockhaven.edu

Copy Editors Levi Deitz lwd6497@lockhaven.edu Dante Nelson dan126@lockhaven.edu Photographers This could be you!

Staff Writers Brittany Robertson bnr888@lockhaven.edu Tristan Klinefelter tmk432@lockhaven.edu Aniston Barnhart agb8459@lockhaven.edu

Advisor Dr. Sharon Stringer SStringe@lockhaven.edu Full staff list at lhueagleeye. wordpress.com

Nov. 20, 2020

CBS plans to diversify reality shows

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Levi Deitz Copy Editor lwd6487@lockhaven.edu

CBS announced, on November 9, an initiative to make its reality competition shows include at least 50 percent more BIPOC (Black, Indigenous People of Color).

The two shows that this will most affect are Big Brother and Survivor. Both shows have been on the air since 2000, with Big Brother recently finishing its twenty-second season in October, and Survivor finishing its fortieith season in May. Each of these seasons were criticized by fans for not having enough BIPOC contestants. Each of these seasons had five BIPOC contestants, with Big Brother having a 16 person cast, and Survivor having a 20 person cast.

Big Brother and Survivor have both been involved in controversies relating to the treatment of non-white contestants. In 2013, Big Brother put a disclaimer before each episode of its fifteenth season after a petition was created and signed by 27,000 viewers to expel contestants Aaryn Gries and GinaMarie Zimmerman after they were heard on the live feeds making derogatory and racist comments about fellow BIPOC contestants Candice Steward and Helen Kim. Although they weren’t removed from the show, both lost their jobs, and Gries was interviewed about her comments directly after her elimination on live television.

Another complaint about both shows is the ratio of white winners to BIPOC winners. Big Brother has never seen a Black or African-American winner in its 22 seasons, and three out of 22 winners are people of color. Survivor has seen eight winners that are BIPOC out of its 40 seasons and 39 winners.

In June, the Survivor Diversity Campaign was created by former Survivor contestant J’Tia Taylor.

The Campaign says that “Survivor should reflect and honor the racial diversity of our society--both

in front of and behind the camera.” The petition created by them is currently over 7,900 signatures, and can be reached here. Some of the conditions on the petition include, at least 30percent BIPOC representation, giving BIPOC equal screen time, and enforcing a zero-tolerance rule towards racism Neither Big Brother or Survivor is expected to return to television until 2021, with Big Brother usually taking place in summer, and Survivor airing in the spring and fall, so fans will have to wait and see if the shows deliver on their statement.

News 4

Nov. 20, 2020

LHU nursing graduate opens mental health practice in Clearfield Julie Stellfox Media Contact jms833@lockhaven.edu Bradley Shaw, MSN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, recently opened Still Waters Mental Health Services, LLC in Clearfield to meet the needs of the community. Shaw, a West Decatur native, holds dual certifications as a family nurse practitioner (FNP) and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and has been practicing as a certified registered nurse practitioner since 2017. He graduated from LHU Clearfield in 2007 with an associate degree in nursing.

Shaw said he started out in health care by working as a certified nurse’s aide (CNA) in a local facility. He bought a home in the Clearfield area, got married and decided to continue seeking higher education in the field of nursing. Shaw said that having the LHU nursing program close to home was key to getting his nursing degree that led to his current position.

“I was working as a CNA, so attending classes anywhere else would have been next to impossible,” Shaw said. “The curriculum was also robust and affordable and has a great reputation for preparing registered nurses.”

Following graduation from LHU, Shaw worked as an RN in the Central Pennsylvania area for more than 10 years, in various areas including the emergency department, telemetry, long-term care and home health. Then, he and his wife, who also is an RN, decided to continue their education and obtained their FNP degrees from a joint

Clarion/Edinboro program.

Shaw also received a master’s degree, thinking he would continue his father’s insurance business, but said, “God had other plans.

Our region has a lot of unmet mental health needs.”

Shaw said his own personal experiences with anxiety and panic attacks led to his calling as a PMHNP. He was able to use the knowledge from both his nursing and business degrees to open his own practice.

“It is my honor to do my best to serve our community,” Shaw said. “I am confident that I will have a positive impact on the mental health needs of our community. I seek to serve others, to truly listen and get to know my patients’ stories. I want to reduce stigma, increase awareness, and improve access to mental health care in the local region.”

Shaw credits the LHU nursing program with preparing him to grow personally and professionally. He is proud to have graduated from a program that helped him become organized, effectively manage his time and prepare him to enter the field as a generalist RN. Shaw’s wife, Mandie, MSN, FNP-C, also recently accepted a position as a faculty member of the Lock Haven University School of Nursing to continue the legacy of educating future, high-quality nurses for the local area.

Nov. 20 2020

5 News

Events & Weeklies Moment of the week Birder Sees Sickly Swan in NYC And Bundles it Up For 23-Mile Trek Across Town to Save its Life Read the full story at:www.goodnewsnetwork. org

Friday,November 20,2020 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

International Food Week-- Korean Bentley Dining Hall 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Zimmerli Open Lap Swim- you must contact Brian Hein at bdh147@lockhaven.edu to sign up in advance.

Zimmerli Pool 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Freshens Smoothies Bentley Dining Hall

Joke of the week What do you call a vampire that got bitten by a snowman?

Frostbite Joke provided by: Tess English

Fun fact A woman was elected to Congress before women’s suffrage. American women were given the right to vote in 1920, but Jeanette Rankin became the first woman in the U.S. federal office in 1916 Fact provided by: www.rd.com

If you would like to submit your own momnet, joke or fun fact, Email Cassandra Keller at cmk2356@lockhaven.edu with “Weeklies” in the subject line.

A&E 6 Where’s that one from?

Nov. 20, 2020 Morris, Combs win big at the 54th Annual CMA Awards

Movie Quote:

“Superheroes are illegal.”

Last weeks quote: Shrek

Kerri Hoover kah4338@lockhaven.edu Ad/Deisgn Manager & Sports Editor

The biggest night in country music, the 54th Annual Country Music

At the end of the evening, Morris, Combs, and Church proved to

Association (CMA) Awards, took place live, in-person on Wednesday,

be the big winners. Morris won three awards for Single of the Year, Song

Nov. 11 at the Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee with hosts Reba

of the Year, and Female Vocalist of the Year. Combs won two awards for

McEntire and Darius Rucker.

Album of the Year and Male Vocalists of the Year, while Church brought

Going into the evening, Miranda Lambert had the most nominations

home the most coveted award of the evening, Entertainer of the Year.

with seven while Luke Combs had the second most nominations behind

The full list of the 2020 CMA Award winners are as follows:

Lambert with six.

Entertainer of the Year - Eric Church

The CMA Awards began with special collaborations made by various

Single of the Year - “The Bones” - Maren Morri

artists commemorating the loss of several country music legends this

Album of the Year - What You See Is What You Get - Luke Combs

past year. Jason Aldean, Brothers Osborne, Dierks Bentley, and Ashley

Song of the Year - “The Bones” - Maren Morris, Jimmy Robbins,

McBryde first took the stage to honor Charlie Daniels. Little Big Town

Laura Veltz

and Jon Pardi followed, who sang tributes to Kenny Rogers and Joe Dif-

Female Vocalist of the Year - Maren Morris

fie. Finally, hosts McEntire and Rucker performed a duet together com-

Male Vocalist of the Year - Luke Combs

memorating the three-time CMA Awards host, Mac Davis.

Vocal Group of the Year - Old Dominion

As the evening continued, it proved to be a night packed-full of performances by Lambert, Combs, Maren Morris, Chris Stapleton, Rascal Flatts, Jimmie Allen, Old Dominion, Thomas Rhett, Eric Church, Kelsea Ballerini and Gabby Barrett.

Keith Urban and Dan + Shay also joined the celebration by giving remote performances from Los Angeles and Australia.

Vocal Duo of the Year - Dan + Shay Music Event of the Year - “I Hope You’re Happy Now” - Carly Pearce and Lee Brice Musician of the Year - Jenee Fleenor, Fiddle Music Video of the Year - “Bluebird” - Miranda Lambert New Artist of the Year - Morgan Wallen

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Nov. 20, 2020

“Grey’s” is back and revamped

Did you know that?

Katherine Heigl rejected her Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Izzie Stevens in the hit show “Grey’s Anatomy.”

Info courtesy

Brittany Robertson bnr888@lockhaven.edu Staff Writer

of BuzzFeed.com

Thursday nights have gotten a little more exciting. “Grey’s Anatomy” kicked off season 17 of the hit show this past week. If you haven’t watched it yet, you have been warned; there are spoilers in the following paragraphs.

The show has brought something more relatable than ever into the storyline: COVID-19. Producers of the show wanted to incorporate the pandemic as it is one of the most historic medical stories of our lifetime.

Medical staff along with other essential workers have been battling on the frontlines of this virus since the beginning. It is only right to get a better understanding of what hospitals are dealing with through this popular medical drama.

The story takes place in Seattle, Washington while the city is in lockdown due to COVID-19 trying to prevent the spread of the virus. It gives a perspective of the doctors who are treating as many patients as possible within a setup that has temperature screenings, mask wearing patients, and relatives of the patients inside the hospital.

“Grey’s Anatomy” includes the hard moments of saying good-bye to patients who were stable earlier that day, doctors re-using their masks as they are falling apart, frustrations of calling time of deaths more than performing surgeries, and sleeping outside or in hotel rooms to be considerate of their family’s health and safety. The first episode is concluded with a medical situation involving one of the main doctors and a guest appearance that no one saw coming.

The show brings to light the issues that the pandemic had in the beginning. It includes flashbacks of some situations that happened during the previous season that were not complete, due to the start of the pandemic and having to halt production.

“Grey’s Anatomy” is in its 17th season on-air. The show is produced by Shonda Rimes and ABC.

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9 Lifestyles

Cute and cozy winter fashion

Kerri Hoover kah4338@lockhaven.edu Ads/Design Manager and Sports Editor Fall isn’t over yet, but it’s time to start preparing for the upcoming colder months. Make sure you’re stocked up this season on all of the winter fashion essentials before they start selling out in stores. If you’re looking for some seasonal fashion tips or attempting to jazz up your wardrobe this winter, check out these winter fashion essentials brought to you by the Eagle Eye staff.

Beanie hats, scarves, and gloves - While this may be a given, these accessories are essential to keep you warm during the winter season. Beanie hats, especially the ones with the cute little poof balls on top, are a perfect way to rock your favorite winter outfit while keeping your head and ears warm. But, don’t stop there.

Scarves aren’t simply an autumn exclusive accessory.

They can still dress up any sweater, flannel shirt, or dress while keeping your neck warm all season long.

Lastly, don’t forget the gloves! If you spend a lot of time on your phone, they have tech-savvy gloves available to keep those texting thumbs cozy.

Coats - Coats are another must-have this season to help keep you nice and warm. But don’t let warmth dominate over style. If you’re looking to jazz up your winter wardrobe, look no further than a coat upgrade!

There are plenty of different styles to choose from, including puffer coats, trench coats, parkas, and even bold, statement coats. If you look hard enough I’m sure you’ll find the perfect coat to match your own individual style!

Faux fur/fleece lined leggings - Leggings are a girl’s best friend. But have you ever tried faux fur or fleece lined leggings? Well if you haven’t, you should give

them a try because they are heavenly - a staple piece in my winter wardrobe. They are available in a variety of colors, so they are sure to match any outfit combination you can think of. They even come in fun, seasonal patterns to help you get into the holiday spirit! This winter you’ll no longer have to sacrifice warmth over comfort!

Fuzzy socks - Fuzzy socks are another one of my favorite staple winter accessories! I can’t even begin to tell you how many pairs I have in my drawer waiting to be worn! Fuzzy socks keep your feet nice and cozy, but at a cute cost. They go well with high-top sneakers and ankle boots, and look great layered with your favorite pair of skinny jeans or leggings. As a helpful hint, if you are looking for some fuzzy socks this winter at an affordable price, check out Old Navy’s Black Friday deals.

Normally during this time of year, they have cute, character fuzzy socks on sale for $1!

Masks - I know, I know. I’m the millionth person to tell you to wear a mask. Whether you like it or not (and I certainly don’t), it’s become a staple in today’s crazy times to prevent the spread of COVID. However as the blustery, cold winter air creeps in, masks may finally earn some positive connotations between both maskers and anti-maskers as being a great way to keep your face warm!

The list doesn’t stop here. There are plenty of other winter wardrobe essentials perfect for the upcoming colder weather. If you have any special #WinterFashion tips of your own, feel free to comment below or give us a shoutout on Twitter @LHUEagleEye.

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Nov. 20, 2020

Aries(Mar. 21-Apr. 19)- Tunnel vision time! You may be tempted to ditch work for socializing today, as outgoing Venus supercharges your interpersonal sector. But giving in to distraction could derail your momentum on an important project and even cause you to miss a deadline. Thankfully, structured Saturn is also in the mix, giving you the willpower you need to resist those tempting invitations. Nose to the grindstone, Aries! Though your loved ones may be momentarily disappointed that you can’t come out to play, they’ll ultimately understand. You’ve got business to attend to!

Taurus(Apr. 20- May 20)- Everything in moderation, Bull! You may have a tough time resisting temptation today, as structured Saturn in your limitless ninth house forms a strained square with pleasure-seeking Venus in your wellness sector. You may feel the impulse to buy a super cozy (and super expensive!) sweater from your favorite online shop or ditch your healthy meal plan to binge on comfort food. But stop and think before you go all out. Will you regret this decision in the morning? If the answer is “yes,” then think about dialing it back a bit. Wait until that sweater is on sale or opt for a more budget-friendly (but equally snuggly) alternative.

Gemini(May 21-Jun. 20)- Why so fired up? It may have something to do with today’s tumultuous starmap, as skeptical Saturn in your zone of secrets forms a disquieting square to Venus. Do you suspect that someone is engaging in shady behavior behind your back? Resist the urge to jump to conclusions, especially if you don’t have the facts to back up your conspiracy theories. Instead of confronting this person prematurely, do a little digging. An investigation could reveal information that explains everything.

Perhaps this is simply one big misunderstanding!

Cancer (Jun. 21-Jul. 22)- Go your own way, Cancer! Today’s indie-spirited skies inspire you to separate from the pack, as Venus forms a testy square with Saturn. Leave the comfort of your clique and create new connections. For single Crabs, a budding friendship could take a potentially romantic turn.

By all means flirt it up and see where this goes. Just resist the urge to rush into premature commitment during this early stage. You need time to get to know each other. Coupled? Float free from bae for a bit. The two of you might benefit from a little space to do your own thing.

Horoscopes

Leo(Jul. 23-Aug. 22)- You may feel a bit cagey when socializing with large crowds today, due to a restrictive Venus-Saturn square. If you’re not digging the group dynamic, break away (guilt-free) to fly solo.

Release your desire for control and go on a spontaneous adventure! A free-ranging exploration of uncharted territory, whether it’s a literal landscape or just a new region of your own mind, could lead to an incredible breakthrough. Don’t worry about appearing “perfect” to others. No one has it all figured out, and people will actually appreciate you more if you share a vulnerable side of yourself.

Virgo(Aug. 23-Sept. 22)- A touch of modest self-promotion can go far today, as structured Saturn in your fifth house of fame squares gracious Venus in your down-to-earth second house. On the one hand, you don’t want to go overboard when it comes to publicizing your latest efforts. But you also want to make sure that you’re not hiding in the shadows when you deserve to be shouting from the rooftops. Get some buzz going, even if it means asking well-connected friends to spread the word about your achievement or building out some value-driving offerings, like an informative blog post or a free video tutorial, that pique people’s interest in your work.

Libra(Sept. 23- Oct. 22)-Tap into your sense of decorum, Libra. Today is the perfect opportunity to call on your inner diplomat, as your ruling planet, judicious Venus, supercharges your sign. But beware: Tensions could easily arise within a group setting, as a strained square from prickly Saturn heightens everyone’s sensitivities. Consider your audience before opening your mouth. Steer clear of any potentially incendiary topics and stick with safer subject matter.

If you do unintentionally offend someone, be sure to apologize immediately. By nipping this in the bud now, you’ll ensure it doesn’t grow into a bigger issue down the line.

Scorpio(Oct. 23- Nov. 21)- Drop your guard, Scorpio! While it may be uncomfortable for you to share sensitive information with your loved ones, today’s skies set the stage for heartfelt communication.

Open up to a trusted confidante about an intimate matter, as Saturn forms a healing alignment with genuine Venus. You’ll feel so much better, once you’ve talked to someone else about this sensitive issue.

Bonus: This deep-diving conversation could seriously strengthen your bond with a loved one. Let the break-

throughs begin!

Sagittarius(Nov. 22- Dec. 21)- Settle that tab, Sag! A minor drama could erupt around a shared expense, whether you recently fronted someone funds or put a pricey item on your credit card expecting to be paid back. Certain people may avoid covering their portion of the bill, causing your frustration levels to rise. Set things straight today, as restrictive Saturn in your money zone forms a tense alignment to Venus in your social sector. There’s no shame in asking for the money that’s owed to you! No need to fire off heated accusations, however; a gentle reminder should do the trick.

Capricorn(Dec. 22- Jan. 19)- Watch your tone, Capricorn. There’s nothing wrong with taking charge and promoting your professional efforts, but you don’t want to come across as overly egotistic.

People may bristle if you congratulate yourself too effusively today, as your ruler, stern Saturn, squares Venus in your career zone. Instead of bragging about your work, simply let it speak for itself. People will be impressed by your accomplishments on their own—no gloating necessary! Go easy on the swagger and you’ll get a much better reception.

Aquarius(Jan. 20- Feb. 18)- Be gentle, Aquarius! Constructive criticism is the name of the game today, as stern Saturn forms a tough square with tender-hearted Venus. Don’t let your laser focus cause you to throw social niceties out the window. Consider your collaborators’ feelings when dishing out criticism. There’s nothing wrong with being straightforward about aspects of their work that need revision.

But don’t just harp on the negative—be sure to praise them for the positive as well! By offering a more balanced perspective, you’ll keep morale high. People are more likely to work harder if they feel appreciated.

Pisces(Feb. 19- Mar. 20)- Keep pushing, Pisces!

Don’t let a recent setback stop your momentum.

You’ve felt sorry for yourself long enough—now it’s time to pick up the pieces and get moving again! Not everything in life goes according to plan, so resist the urge to beat yourself up unnecessarily. Instead of fixating on the past, set your sights on the future. What opportunities can you create for yourself? If you need a little help getting through this rough patch, reach out to a trusted loved one. They’ll be more than happy to lend a sympathetic ear—all you have to do is ask.

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Nov. 20, 2020

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How to combat allergies

Tess English tae7002@lockhaven.edu Online Manager With the leaves changing colors, also comes one of the most dreaded times of the year: allergy season. Allergies can really be triggered by anything, but one of the common allergies is ragweed pollen in the fall time according to Flonase research. Since, it’s not easy being sneezy here are a few helpful ways to combat allergies in the fall months.

Stay inside more- the outside is a bit of uncontrollable factor so try steering clear on days with particularly high pollen counts. You can find this info on weather apps or the weather channel.

If you do have to go out, wear a mask. Even though this tid-bit seems redundant now, sometime in the distant future when hopefully COVID-19 has dropped in relevancy, you may opt to wear a mask to help with the allergy struggle. Think about it, you already have the masks.

Use a de-humidifier- dehumidifiers take excessive moisture out of the air taking down your possible exposure dust mites, mold, pollen, and mildew.

Take allergy medications daily- now of course if you should discuss taking any new medications with your doctor to ensure you’re at no particular health risk, but a common problem people run into when starting allergy

meds is they don’t always work right away and so they stop. You have to take the allergy medicine consistently for them to work better. Another great way to get rid of nasal congestion is also using a nasal spray will release some of the pressure.

Neti Pots- If taking a pill every day or the use of nasal spray seems a little daunting try using a Neti Pot. Neti pot is more natural approach to treating your sinus symptoms for allergies and colds. Make sure to follow the directions one that comes with your Neti Pots to ensure proper care and maximum benefits.

The pro side of using this is you can use neti-pot pre mixed solution for convenience or make your own so you know what’s going into your body. MayoClinic recommends making the overall solution should be 3 teaspoons of salt mixed with 1 teaspoon of baking soda in a sterile container. After you’ve mixed the ingredients together you one need one teaspoon of the solution to dissolve in 8 ounces of water.

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Nov. 20, 2020

Christmas music can start in November Krissy Turner kat5346@lockhaven.edu Opinions Editor It never hurts to start listening to Christmas music early. Some people would prefer it to be after Thanksgiving is over so that they can get ready for the next holiday, but other people listen to Christmas music way earlier than tha, such as myself!

I don’t have a problem with listening to Christmas music early because Christmas is tied for first for my favorite holiday with Halloween. When Christmas comes around, I love listening to Michael Bublé or listening to “You’re a Mean One Mr. Grinch” on the radio to get into the Christmas spirit.

I have to listen to Christmas music all year round anyway when I go home, because my sister because she was born on Christmas Day. Naturally, she is obsessed with all things Christmas. I also have a friend who was born on Christmas Eve so it’s another reason to get into the holiday spirit.

I prefere everything to be Grinch themed for me because I have loved the Grinch since I was 3-years-old when the Jim Carrey version of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” came out. The sound track is amazing. Which is another reason to chritsmas and extra month early.

Another way to get your Christmas sound tack in is Hallmark, AMC, Lifetime, and the Freeform holiday movies run.

I believe that Christmas is a time for miracles and for making memories. If Christmas music can get someone into the holiday spirit, and get them into wanting to spend time with their families for Christmas to create memories that will last forever. I remember making cookies with my mother, listening to holiday music, watching movies, playing out in the snow, opening presents with family.

This year will be different with COVID-19 cases on the rise, but all the more reason to focus on the postives of the holiday seasons. If the cheer of Christmas music will bring you a little light iin these dark times then go for it!

You gotta take what you can with 2020.

Nov. 20, 2020

13 Opinions

Letter to the Editor for First Lady Wolf Crystal Echeverria Guest Writer

Dear Editor, I am writing to you in hopes that this letter will be published, shared, and read by not only the First Lady Frances Wolf, but by the people of Pennsylvania, who deserve to know there is racism in our school funding, and nothing is being done about it.

Presently, I am a student who had the opportunity to intern with a firm that does research, marketing, and outreach for fair school funding, called Support Equity First. During the internship, I learned about the blatant racism in Pennsylvania school funding. It was so horrific that I shared this information with my friends. Needless to say, my friends were equally shocked.

First Lady Wolf, on a robotics trip to Bucks County, my friends and I witnessed the inequity of school funding firsthand. Our hearts dropped when we toured the high school and saw the Olympic swimming pool. We had only seen such a campus on tv shows and felt hurt that we couldn’t have the same luxuries. How was it fair that these schools could afford to host and succeed in Robotics competitions when we barely had enough recycled parts to get our robot to work?

Before writing to you, I took time to read about you, your career, and passions. I admire what you are doing as First Lady and am grateful for the work you have done so far with your position. My own mother is an artist, and I truly relate to your appreciations, feelings, and viewpoint.

I love that you are a cultured artist. Your eyes have seen so much of the world and have learned to

interpret its beauties and faults alike. Art is such an essential part of creative and mature thinking, but so many students do not have access to art in their curriculums.

It’s not that these students don’t want to explore art, and the wonders of bringing life and expression to the unknown, it’s that there simply isn’t enough school funding to provide art supplies, resources and artistic teachers for these students.

With a vision like yours, I know you see the suffering and challenges facing so many Pennsylvanian students. Harrisburg school district alone is underfunded by $33 million dollars annually. Pennsylvania’s systematically racist school funding is rooted in our failure to fund our current school funding laws.

After studying this issue, it’s obvious: if Governor Wolf doesn’t lead the effort to end racism in Pennsylvania school funding, the General Assembly will continue to neglect it, and 825,000 students will remain underfunded for another 25-years. To fix this, Governor Wolf doesn’t need to do this on his own.

Working together with the Governor, you are the best-positioned person in Pennsylvania to help him end this systematic racism.

I hope you do.

Sincerely, Crystal Echeverria

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Nov. 20, 2020

NFL post-game report and early Super Bowl predictions Brittany Robertson Staff Writer bnr888@lockhaven.edu

Another weekend down in the NFL: Green Bay Packers - 24 Jacksonville Jaguars - 20 Green Bay’s defense came to the rescue a few times in the game but the Pack was able to hold on to the win.

Pittsburgh Steelers - 36 Cincinnati Bengals - 10 The Steelers are hanging on to their running title of lone undefeated team in the NFL. Between JuJu Smith-Schuster and Diontae Johnson, this team is looking good for postseason.

Houston Texans - 7 Cleveland Browns - 10 The dynamic duo of Baker Mayfield and Nick Chubb made the difference in the game this week. Cleveland sits at 6-3 on the season currently. The game was even delayed due to severe weather in Cleveland.

Carolina Panthers - 23 Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 46 The Buccaneers have their confidence back as they pummeled Carolina with the help of Tom Brady and team.

Philadelphia Eagles - 17 New York Giants - 27 The Eagles are just trying to finish the season.

The Giants have an opportunity to be on top of the NFC east.

Minnesota Vikings - 19 Chicago Bears - 13 This was the Monday night football game and the Bears had to figure out how to play football without Nick Foles who left midway through the game with an injury.

Inside the NFL: A Super early Super Bowl Prediction: As we get closer to the end of the regular season; we start to make our “unofficial’’ predictions on which teams could be heading to post season play.

Each week, there will be a “early bird’’ Super bowl prediction.

For Week 2 of Super Bowl Predictions: Pittsburgh Steelers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers This is a crazy year which calls for a crazy prediction. I mean the Steelers seem to be holding their own with the season. Tampa Bay is looking for being a contender just in general.

It will be interesting as the seasons finish and move to post season play and with all of the distractions in between.

Nov. 20, 2020

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LHU announces update on 2020-21 athletic competition LHU Department of Athletics dspatafo@lockhaven.edu Earlier today, the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) announced the cancellation of its mandated regular-season and championship competition for winter sports following a vote of the league’s Board of Directors.

Following the PSAC’s official statement, Lock Haven University has announced its plans regarding athletic competition for the remainder of the 202021 academic year.

Last week, the PSAC Board of Directors cancelled PSAC championship seasons in fall sports, yet allowed for league championship opportunities in those sports should six or more schools elect to participate. All schools electing to play must abide by existing league rules and the NCAA guidelines that have been set due to the existing COVID-19 pandemic. The same requirements exist for the winter sports that have been cancelled.

Fall and winter PSAC sports that may be subject to cancellation include: men’s and women’s basketball, cross country, indoor track & field, soccer and swimming, as well as women’s sports in volleyball and field hockey, and men’s sports in football and wrestling. Any cancellation of league schedules or championships does not preclude individual institutions from participating in countable athletically related activities nor exploring competition outside of the previously mandated PSAC schedule.

Per the PSAC, should member institutions wish to compete in fall and winter sport championship seasons, they are to declare their intent to the conference office by the end of the work day Wednesday, November 18. The PSAC office will review all notifications and make an announcement as soon as possible as to whether there is support to continue with a championship season in any of those sports.

LHU plans to opt in and compete in men’s and women’s cross country and women’s swimming.

Both sports were recently deemed low risk by the NCAA’s most recent return-to-sport guidelines, re-

leased November 13. Lock Haven has the option to opt out at any time if it is believed the environment is unsafe for the student-athletes to compete.

The PSAC will announce plans for the 2021 PSAC cross country and swimming championships at a later date.

Furthermore, the university has announced that the Division I men’s wrestling team – an affiliate member of the Mid-American Conference (MAC) - and the women’s wrestling program will not compete during the 2020-21 season.

To date, the Atlantic 10 Conference (A-10) still plans for field hockey to compete in the spring.

LHU’s Division I field hockey team is an affiliate member of the A-10 for the sport of field hockey.

In line with today’s PSAC announcement, Lock Haven has committed to compete in a full regular and championship season for all spring sports as long as the student-athletes can compete safely.

LHU’s spring sports include baseball, softball, lacrosse, women’s golf, women’s tennis, and men’s and women’s outdoor track & field.

Additionally, LHU reaffirmed its commitment to allow all athletic teams the opportunity to practice, train and potentially compete during the spring 2021 semester if a safe and healthy environment presents itself.

The LHU Department of Athletics will continue to work with the coaches and student-athletes of each team to ensure the understanding of future eligibility status.

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Nov. 20, 2020

A message from the Director of Athletics, Tom Gioglio LHU Department of Athletics dspatafo@lockhaven.edu Hello Haven Nation, As you are aware, Lock Haven University is engaged in the process of integration with our fellow PASSHE institutions Bloomsburg and Mansfield Universities. I know that many of you have questions regarding integration, I do as well. What I do know at this time is Lock Haven University will not be going away.

The Haven will be evolving to better serve our current and future students, which will continue to be our priority. Integration will also create many new opportunities to access courses, majors, minors, degrees and stackable credentials.

Although some courses may be taught remotely across campuses, integration will not change our traditional residential experience or the personal interaction our students receive from their professors and campus staff. I also know that the planning process will be broadly consultative and transparent with constituent and stakeholder representation from all three universities.

I have recently been notified that I will be serving as the Lead for the Northeast Integration Athletic Leadership Team. Serving along side of me will be the Athletic Directors from Bloomsburg and Mansfield Universities, as well as athletic working and stakeholder groups comprised of faculty, staff, coaches and student athlete representation from all three campuses.

Our charge will be to develop an athletic model following the state systems vision for integration, keeping the students at the center of this process, while leveraging our strengths, reducing tuition and fees and improving our financial condition.

While we are just starting conversations about what athletics means in an integrated environment, our goal to provide our student-athletics with a posi-

tive, competitive experience remains.

I can assure you that the individuals leading this process understand the priorities as well as the challenges ahead.

I am also confident that the athletic working groups will work tirelessly to answer this charge as well as recommend an athletic model that reflects our student athletes’ impact on enrollment growth, retention, diversity, equity, inclusion, academic excellence, community and alumni service/engagement and revenue generation to name a few.

Lastly, I realize that the announcement of integration may have caused concern and anxiety for you.

I want to let you know I have also experienced these feelings. Fear of the unknown is natural, however, in this case I believe we have the opportunity to control the unknown by creating and building what we want to be: the perfect athletic department model.

In closing, I encourage you to view President Pignatello’s very important and clarifying video message on integration, which was posted on the university’s social media channels. For additional information, you can also visit LHU’s recently launched integration website: http://www.lockhaven.edu/integration/.

As always, if you have additional questions I can be reached by phone or email.

Yours in championship athletics, Dr. Tom Gioglio