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Monday, February 7, 2022
Vol. 138, No. 13
News
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George Mitchell Center for Sustainability Awards ceremony
Opinion
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Culture
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Zillman Art Museum launches five new exhibits to kick off 2022
Remembering Cheslie Kryst
Sports
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Tom Brady and the New England Patriots win first Super Bowl
George Mitchell Center for Sustainability Awards ceremony
Graphic by David Jakacky.
Maddy Gernhard News Editor The Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions hosted its first talk of the semester in its Sustainability Series on Jan. 31. This talk, unlike the usual lectures included in the series, was to honor the work of groups and individuals affiliated with sustainability research. The award ceremony began at 3 p.m. and was hosted both virtually on Zoom and in-person at Norman Smith Hall. The event was introduced by David Hart, the director of the Senator George J. Mitchell Center of Sustainability Solutions. This awards ceremony
Maddy Gernhard News Editor 2/7 The Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions is hosting a dis-
is the tenth of its kind and has occurred after over eight years of talks on sustainability. The Sustainability Series is designed to address sustainability challenges and grow the ability of the community to discuss and circumvent those challenges. The first award presented was for outstanding contributions toward the development of a solution by a research team. The team awarded was the Maine Food Waste intern team from the fall 2021 semester. This team was composed of eight students from across a range of institutions, including Thomas College, the University of New England and the Univer-
cussion with Bangor Symphony Orchestra Director Lucas Richman and the founder of the Maine Science Festival Kate Dickerson on Richman’s newest composition
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sity of Maine at Farmington, in addition to several students from the University of Maine. Three students attended in-person to accept the award and present the research they had conducted over the past semester. This intern team worked with Food Rescue MAINE to create a six solution food waste system across a wide array of disciplines. Students worked in data collection, communications and marketing to raise awareness for the state of food waste and insecurity in the state. The next award was presented to Dominique DiSpirito for outstanding student
“The Warming Sea.” The event will take place at 3 p.m. in Norman Smith Hall in Room 107. 2/8 Judaic Studies will be hosting poet Stu-
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contribution to sustainability research. DiSpirito is a fourthyear political science student who worked with Acadia’s Freshwater Resource Management team to discern stakeholder concerns on subjects like overcrowding and increasing usage of Acadia’s resources. DiSpirito worked on the project for over half of her undergraduate career, having collected 589 surveys from a total of seven stakeholder groups during that time. An article authored by DiSpirito about the research is currently under review with the journal Ecology and Society. Mark King then accepted the award for outstanding contri-
bution by an external partner to sustainability research. King conducted research on composting and organics management with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection. The final award presented at the event was given to Sharon Klein for outstanding mentorship of a student in sustainability research. Klein is an associate professor of economics at UMaine and has conducted research in the fields of energy and climate justice, including work on sustainable energy and dams. The Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions is hosting weekly sustainability dis-
cussions both online and at Norman Smith Hall. Discussions take place on Monday afternoons throughout the semester. The next discussion will host Grammy-nominated composer Lucas Richman and Kate Dickerson, the founder of the Maine Science Festival as they present “The Warming Sea: A Symphonic Exploration of Hope in the Face of the Climate Crisis.” More details are available through their website, https://umaine.edu/ mitchellcenter/event/ talk-the-warming-seaa-symphonic-exploration-of-hope-in-theface-of-the-climatecrisis/.
art Kestenbaum at the Wells Conference Center to discuss the Jewish influences on his poetry. The event will begin at 7 p.m. and will feature a reception following the discussion provided by the Jewish Community Endowment Association.
2/10 The Center for Student Involvement is kicking off a weekend of Valentine’s Day themed events with a crafting workshop! The event will take place at 8 p.m. in the North Pod of the Union.
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2/9 As a part of the University of Maine’s Black History Month event series, the Multicultural Student Center will be hosting a Lunch and Learn session at their office in Room 312 of the Union from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
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2/11 The Center for Student Involvement is also hosting Speed Friending on Friday at 9 p.m. in the North Pod of the Union. Like speed dating, students will be able to sit down with a stranger and tell them a bit about themselves to make some new friends on cam-
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2/12 The Center for Student Involvement is hosting Sex Mingo this Saturday at 9 p.m. There will be classic Mingo and other games, including lots of prizes!
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Weekly Updates
Monday, February 7, 2022
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This Week in Student Government
Weekly recap of decisions made by the UMaine Student Government General Student Senate Grace Blanchard Contributor On Tuesday, Feb. 1, the University of Maine General Student Senate re-appointed many current members and discussed goals for the spring 2022 semester. The meeting began with 13 students being sworn into GSS as senators, many of whom were returning from last semester. This list includes Kyle Ricker, Ciro Falanga, Nathaniel Stanley, Camryn Hammill, Paige Allen, Meredith Mitchell, Owen Hebda, Matthew Fishbein, Michael Delorge, Kayleigh Hogg, Memphis Peterson, Catherine ‘Keely’ McConvil and Connor Bray. An updated list of this semester’s senators can also be found online at the UMaine Student Government, Inc. website. After stating their pledge to the senate, GSS began work with their current group of senators. UMSG President, Zachary Wyles, touched upon what he hopes to see done this semester during his executive report. “Last semester was
focused more on getting student government back up and functioning from a remote stand-point to fully functional in-person,” Wyles said. “This semester we’re going to be focusing on what we campaigned on, and for me that was a lot of academic initiatives.” According to Wyles, he hopes to make some changes to academic standards that are more convenient to the student body. One of these initiatives is a two-week “add period.” “If you can drop classes for two weeks there’s no reason you shouldn’t be able to add them for two weeks, that’s never made sense to me,” Wyles said. Wyles also wants to introduce the idea of a dead week to UMaine. A dead week is characterized as the week before college final examinations where students are working to overcome procrastination and test anxiety. Universities want to use this week to focus on the rehabilitation of student wellness and Wyles wants to bring awareness to this and incorporate it at UMaine.
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this,” Kelly said.
“The week before finals professors cannot assign written assignments, exams and any high effort assignments so that the student can focus on cooling down for the semester and getting ready for final exams,” Wyles said. These are just some of the academic initiatives that Wyles hopes to implement at UMaine, and he plans to bring these ideas up to the provost council, the chief academic office of the university. “I ran on making academic life easier for students so that’s what
I’m going to be focusing on this semester,” Wyles said. There were multiple funding requests during the meeting, some directly from the student senate. The UMSG Membership committee requested $2300 from the student senate budget. UMSG Vice President for Financial Affairs Frank Kelly gave his input on this budget request. “The food ban across campus is probably going to be lifted pretty soon so if you would like to eat food at these meetings I recommend passing
The food ban that Kelly refers to was recently put into place this past January by the university due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases. This impacted UMaine Athletics as concessions were immediately shut down, and the student senate meetings fell into these restrictions as well. This pause on food services was meant to be temporary and the university has yet to reveal their plans moving forward. Groups on campus such as the Sustainability and Environmental Action Division (SEAD) are also making efforts to help make changes to on-campus dining. SEAD is asking for $1100 for their mission to give students alternatives to plastic. “SEAD’s members and other members of the environment community have noticed dining halls use a lot of plastic now,” the senate representative to SEAD said. “Most of that is because of understaffing and because of [COVID-19] for sanitary reasons, so we thought it would be a good idea
to give students reusable utensils that come in a case that they can bring to the dining hall and back to their dorms.” According to SEAD, they attempted to reach out to the dining halls but were unsuccessful so they decided to take matters into their own hands. Their goal is to get 100 sets of reusable bamboo utensils and, depending on how successful it is, will later expand that initiative. “I think that SEAD did a lot of really great work in strategizing how they plan on getting their first set of 100 utensils out to the students,” Senator Delorge said. “It’s targeted really well and I think it will be a great success.” Both budget requests were approved by the senate. The senate ended their meeting with nominations and elections to their committees and all were filled except the Old Town City Council Liaison and Multicultural Affairs Advisory committee, which will remain vacant until further notice.
What’s happening this week at UMaine & Beyond
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On this day in 1836, Charles Dickens, the author of “A Christmas Carol,” published “Sketches by Boz,” a collection of essays.
Martin Scorcese’s film “Taxi Driver” was released on this day in 1976. The film follows the story of a Vietnam War veteran played by Robert DeNiro and earned $28.4 million at the box office.
On this day in 1825, John Quincy Adams was elected president by the House of Representatives. He served as the 6th president of the United States. He was notorious for not giving interviews and bathing naked in the Potomac River. Once, when on his weekly nude swim, a woman came to the river and sat down on his clothing. She refused to move until he gave her an interview.
Thursday On this day in 1878, Tchaikovsky’s 4th Symphony in F debuted at a Russian Musical Society Concert in Moscow.
Friday On this day in 1963 The Beatles recorded their album “Please Please Me,” which was released in March later that year. The Beatles recorded for 9 hours and 45 minutes, and the album helped to launch them to fame.
Opinion Monday, February 7, 2022
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The Maine Campus
Remembering Cheslie Kryst
Emma Vannorsdall Opinion Editor The world was left in disbelief on Jan. 30 when former Miss USA, Cheslie Kryst, died by suicide. No one could have foreseen the tragic early death of such a brilliant, inspiring and confident young woman. Kryst was a successful lawyer, dedicated activist and positive role model to many, and her heartbreaking passing reminds us that mental health affects everyone, regardless of education, success, wealth or looks. Kryst was a bright and hardworking student. She attended the Honors College at the University of South Carolina and obtained her marketing and human resource management degrees all while being a member of the women’s track and field team. She went on to receive her Juris Doctor and Master of
Business Administration from Wake Forest University School of Law and ultimately became a successful attorney. Kryst practiced complex civil litigation for Poyner Spruill LLP, and she strived to use her capabilities to help others, oftentimes practicing pro bono. A strong advocate for social reform in the U.S. criminal justice system, Kryst notably helped reduce sentences for incarcerated individuals. “In December, Kryst, her stepfather David Simpkins and attorney MiAngel Cody helped a North Carolina man regain his freedom after 25 years in prison,” Jonathan Limehouse reported for the Charlotte Observer. Aside from her successful law career, Kryst held multiple pageant titles, most notably representing the United States at the 2019 Miss Uni-
verse competition. Every step of the way she used her expansive platform to voice her beliefs on women’s rights, Black Lives Matter and criminal justice reform. She wrote for her blog, White Collar Glam, providing advice on affordable and professional fashion, and her talented reporting skills as an Extra TV correspondent earned her an Emmy nomination in 2020. Behind her countless accomplishments, intelligence and activism, she faced a silent battle. A woman who had seemingly everything, who positively impacted numerous lives and amassed outstanding achievements, struggled privately and ultimately succumbed to her mental health battle. “Cheslie led both a public and a private life. In her private life, she was dealing with high-functioning depression which she
hid from everyone - including me, her closest confidant - until very shortly before her death,” her mother, April Simpkins, revealed in a personal post on LinkedIn. Kryst’s covert struggles reinforce how difficult identifying and treating depression can be, especially in the era of social media and highlight reels. Looking through Kryst’s Instagram, you see confident smiles, beautiful outfits and uplifting captions— well concealing her battle with depression from her 635,000 followers. This confirms an alarming reality that oftentimes those who need help the most hide their depression the best, sometimes until it’s too late. Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United states and is the second leading cause of death for individuals between the ages 10 and 34, and
the COVID-19 pandemic has only worsened this mental health crisis. “Nearly 11% of adults say they had seriously considered suicide in the previous 30 days as the coronavirus pandemic takes a toll on Americans’ mental health,” Andrea Petersen wrote for the Wall Street Journal on Aug. 13, 2020. He adds that this number has doubled since 2018. Depression does not care about success, looks, wealth or intelligence. It can affect anyone, deteriorating one’s quality of life and weakening relationships and interests. Most concerning, the disorder can become deadly if left untreated. Kryst was a role model and inspiration. She created a platform that showed young women they can be confident and beautiful while striving for
success and social activism. Her passing is beyond heartbreaking, and it highlights the severity of the mental health crisis in America. Help is out there, and effective treatments against depression are constantly advancing. Even the most perfect of lives can harbor darkness and pain, invisible to the outside world. If you are struggling, you are not alone, and you do not have to suffer in silence. National Suicide Hotline: 800-273-8255.
UMaine is no place for Epstein accomplices: Rename the Mitchell Center
Nick Tiner Contributor
“My body was put on the banquet menu… for a powerful senator, George Mitchell…” Virginia Giuffre’s shocking manuscript detailing her abuse at the hands of Jeffrey Epstein and others sent shockwaves across high-class society, and has also made an impact in Orono, Maine. Former Senator George Mitchell, who is listed as a sexual abuser by Giuffre, is honored on the University of Maine campus through the Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainable Solutions. This building must be renamed. Mitchell, one of the most powerful people in Maine’s history, denied the allegations of participating in the sex trafficking of minors. He was also named in a 2016 sworn deposition alleging he received a
sexual massage from a minor at Epstein’s Palm Beach Mansion. The conviction of Epstein and the fate of the others named by Giuffre all but destroys any integrity the former Senate majority leader can claim. Amongst the other names listed is Prince Andrew, who has been recently stripped of his royal titles by Queen Elizabeth as he faces an ongoing trial for his actions. Jean-Luc Brunel has also been indicted for raping a minor. Former governor of New Mexico, Bill Richardson, has a long history of corruption and pre-existing allegations for paying a woman off to cover up an illicit affair. Billionaires Glenn and Eva Dubin also face further allegations put forth by their former butlers for trafficking minors for sex. Eva, Epstein’s ex-girlfriend and Glenn de-
fended Epstein during his 2008 trial, which resulted in Epstein becoming a registered sex offender. After the conviction, the Dubins wrote a letter stating they were “100% comfortable” with having Epstein around their three young children. It was subsequently reported that Epstein had an interest in marrying their daughter that he had been “especially close” with since she was twelve years old, of which the Dubins were aware. Epstein had twelve phone numbers and two addresses for Mitchell in his infamous “Blackbook.” In a 2002 New York Magazine profile of Epstein, where he lauded Mitchell as the world’s greatest negotiator, Mitchell stated, “I would certainly call him a friend and a supporter.” This profile was written two years after Mitchell’s “friend”
began grooming Giuffre after meeting her at Donald Trump’s Mar-aLago club, and many years after Epstein first became an active pedophile. In last year’s trial of Epstein’s co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell, where she was found guilty on five of six counts, her pilot testified to seeing Mitchell on Epstein’s private planes. These planes had nicknames such as the “Lolita Express.” Mitchell was listed on Epstein’s flight logs multiple times in a stretch between 1994 and 1998. Mitchell’s Epstein connections have led many in Philadelphia to speculate as to whether those played a role in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s choice to put Mitchell in charge of their fund to compensate victims of sexual abuse at the hands of clergy. As a lawyer for many vic-
tims put it, “it’s just more of the same.” Mitchell is a known associate of a prolific pedophile and human trafficker. Giuffre is to be believed and her story is damning. To keep his name on any building on this campus would not only show contempt for the victims of Epstein, but any victims of sexual assault who attend this university. The Water Resource Center was renamed The George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainable Solutions in 2000. It can, and should, be renamed again. The eponymous George Mitchell does not actually fund the center (he made a one-time donation around the time it was renamed after him), and it is merely named to honor him. The renaming of Williams Hall, formerly named Little Hall after a noted eugenicist, offers precedent for this
type of move. Considerations for the renaming could be famed environmentalist Rachel Carson, who summered in Maine, or this could be an opportunity to work with Maine’s Native American tribes to rename the center after a leader in their community. Regardless of what the new name would be, the exigence for the renaming is indisputable. No building on campus should be named after a sexual abuser, much less one with an “Epstein scandal” section on his Wikipedia page.
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Monday, February 7, 2022
Celebrating Black excellence in STEM Alex Cross Contributor February in the United States marks the celebration of Black History Month. Initially conceived by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, who founded what is now the Association for the Study of African American Life and History in 1915. Originally, he introduced the idea for the first week of February to be dedicated to the observance of African Americans’ contributions to the history of the United States and world in February 1926. Now celebrated all throughout February, Black History Month is an opportunity to illuminate the often overlooked contributions to society made by Black Americans. This month at the Maine Campus, we will be honoring Black
History Month by lifting up the experiences and accomplishments of Black Mainers. This week’s focus is on the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). In May of last year, the University of Maine changed the name of Williams Hall from Little Hall to recognize Beryl Elizabeth Warner Williams, UMaine’s first Black graduate to earn a degree in mathematics. Born in Bangor, Maine, Williams made great strides in her field of mathematics education, becoming the dean of the Center for Continuing Education at Morgan State University––the first woman at the university to receive such an appointment. Additionally, she remained active in numerous community efforts, including the National
Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), the American Association of University Women and the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom, before her death in 1999. However, celebration of Black excellence should not stop with the past, especially with so many great marks on the world being made by members of Maine’s communities today. The broad recognition of such accomplishments are crucial for inspiring future visionaries, especially in STEM fields, where, due to inequity and social factors, Black academics, researchers and inventors are chronically underrepresented. Marisa Litz, who graduated from UMaine in 2005 with a
bachelor’s in marine science, now leads the Coast Ecology and Life Cycle Monitoring Unit focused on Pacific salmon and steelhead at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Litz is also outspoken about her experiences as a woman of color in STEM and is an advocate for diversity and inclusion in the field of oceanography. In her work with Pacific salmon, Litz’s expertise has lent her the foresight to recognize the importance of incorporating western science and traditional Indigenous knowledge, with the aim to improve the contemporary structure of salmon management. Dr. Joyce Taylor Gibson is another Maine resident making strides and is rapidly approaching her oneyear anniversary of
being inducted into the Maine Women’s Hall of Fame. Gibson has dedicated over thirty years toward helping secure opportunities for others to achieve upward mobility through education. “[She is] one of the strongest and most passionate advocates for women’s advancement and equality that [I have] had the pleasure of working beside,” Glenn Cummings, the president of the University of Southern Maine, said about Gibson. Having grown up in Mississippi during the Civil Rights era, Gibson has honed her experience into extraordinary leadership skills that have paved the way for the involvement of other women in higher education, particularly in the areas of STEM, by advocating for the
recruitment, retention and promotion of female faculty members. Throughout Maine, and the rest of the country, Black Americans’ intellect and efforts have solidified an invaluable role in the advancement of STEM. From revolutionizing research to advocating for ethical considerations in fields like medicine and climate change, Black communities deserve full credit for producing pioneers that have pushed toward creating a better future for all of us.
The unspoken link: Binge drinking and eating disorders in college students Sydney Jackson Contributor For some college students, a night out may look like drinking a couple of beers with friends over dinner, or having a margarita or two after a particularly stressful day of classes. However, for many, it’s guzzling as many drinks as possible after avoiding eating for much of the day, followed by a miserable night of sitting on the bathroom floor “pulling trig” — making yourself throw up after drinking too much. This pattern of self destruction is becoming more and more apparent in college students, particularly young women, and the language sur-
rounding it is becoming far too normalized. It’s not uncommon to hear that people have avoided eating all day, so that they have less in their stomach to soak up the alcohol. Coupled with “pulling trig,” these practices are talked about casually and glorify neglecting yourself and abusing alcohol on a regular basis. These behaviors have become the norm for college-aged people, getting as drunk as possible by any means necessary, but society has little to no concern for the damage young college students are truly doing to themselves in this process. A study done in 1996 investigating the link between alcohol-
ism and eating disorders, explains that the lifetime rates of any comorbid eating disorder among Alcohol and other Drug [AOD]-abusing women are significantly higher than in the general population, ranging from 15 to 32% Additionally, 72% of all female alcoholics under the age of 30 had lifetime histories of comorbid eating disorders, compared with 11% in the entire sample. Again, the majority of these patients (89%) suffered from either bulimia nervosa or binge-eating/purging anorexia nervosa. Thus, the association between eating disorders with bulimic features and alcohol-use
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disorders appears to be particularly strong among young women. Binge drinking is a dangerous act, where the drinker consumes excess amounts of alcohol in a short period of time, which can be particularly dangerous to do on an empty stomach as it increases the risk of alcohol poisoning, memory loss and alcohol-related injuries, according to Alcohol Rehab Guide. There needs to be a drastic shift in the language and behavior used regarding college-aged people drinking. We should praise taking care of yourself properly over getting drunk quickly. Many college stu-
dents may feel as though attempting to get as drunk as possible every weekend is a rite of passage due to social pressures and depictions of college-aged students on the big screen. Add in social media, with companies like Barstool that profit off of posting videos of college students doing stupid things when they’re drunk, and the stigma around drinking in college continues to worsen and becomes even harder to break. However, this pattern can be broken if the consequences of excessive drinking in college, as well as the connection between binge drinking and eating disorders, are
taught far more generously to younger generations. The use of language that glorifies eating disorders and excessive drinking is not only far too normalized, but can be very triggering for those already struggling with eating disorders and/ or body dysmorphia. It is time to change the narrative surrounding drinking in college. In fact, it is long overdue.
By Griffin Lord
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Culture Monday, February 7, 2022
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Zillman Art Museum launches five new exhibits to kick off 2022
Photo by Olivia Schanck.
MK Jones Contributor On Jan. 14, the Zillman Art Museum (ZAM), known for displaying modern and contemporary art by local artists, announced the opening of five new exhibits. Located at 40 Harlow Street in downtown Bangor, the displays are spread out between the Second Floor Galleries, which are open until April 21 and the Main Floor Galleries, which are open until April 30. The best part; the ZAM is free to the public. After roaming through the halls, looking at the varying forms of artistic expression, one can’t help but feel inspired and drawn into the mysteries and wonders of the collections after visiting ZAM. You’ll find yourself physically drawn in to look closer at every piece based on curiosity. Delaney Burns, an intern for ZAM, ex-
plained that the exhibits are masterfully put together in an effort to convey a certain theme for months ahead of the exhibits. This exhibition is a must-see for lovers of art. On the second floor, you will find the exhibition by Alistair O. Finley entitled “The Fractured Narrative.” Finley’s exhibit showcases the Venezuelan photographer’s layered masterpieces. He uses his images’ negatives while in the exposure process, and layers them to create his images. These techniques make the viewer feel a sense of mystery and capture the hustle and bustle of New York City. His works will be on display until April 21. Also on display until April 21 is Stella Waitzkin’s “Materiality.” Waitzkin is a New York City based sculptor in the abstract impressionist movement. Often using books as her main subject,
Waitzkin creates cast resin sculptures, rendering the books completely unreadable but trapping whatever narrative and story the books were trying to tell in the solid block of resin. Waitzkin is known for casting and putting anything—even a deceased bird—into her sculptures, giving the objects a sense of frozen, uncomfortable nostalgia as if they have been stuck in place for centuries. Almost appearing like fossils, the cast objects feel frozen in time. The third new exhibit on display is “Against the Grain: Woodcuts from the Collection,” by Albrecht Dürer. Woodcutting is the oldest form of printmaking, with the exhibit displaying woodcuts from different centuries and the diversity in the craft. The oldest work on display in the collection is from 1496. Woodcutting is in-
credibly difficult. The artist carves out the wood plank that will be used as the stamp, making whatever they carve out blank since they won’t get ink on them because they are not the closest surface for the ink to lay on. The stamp is then firmly pressed or rolled onto a sheet of paper, leaving behind a print of ink. The exhibit shows the diversity of the craft, with modern, abstract and even classic prints included in the exhibit. The diversity of printmaking is what makes it so appealing to so many artists, as well as the technical difficulty accompanying it. “Deborah Dancy: Circling Time” is the fourth exhibit on display at the ZAM. Rooted in abstract expressionism, Dancy’s works utilizes monochromatic palettes with pops of color to attract the attention of the viewer. She uses a form of “inventive bio-
morphic abstraction” to evoke emotion, especially the feeling of freedom. She uses an additive and subtractive process when creating her paintings. She paints and creates until she feels she has lost balance in the painting, where she will then scrape off or paint over the unbalanced part. “I want someone to embrace the different, the difficult, the frightening—even the ugly—in a culture that is vastly different from their own,” Dancy said. The fifth and final new exhibit is “Valley Low” by Jen Wink Hays. Her paintings use hints of bright colors, such as lime green and fluorescent pink-orange, to create joy and fun when the viewer looks at her work. She marries the natural with the unnatural, where her paintings have a strict set of boundaries when it comes to the edges, but there are none
when it comes to the interpretations of the works. They evoke a sense of joy that even Hays describes as “undeniable.” Her paintings are more psychologically complex than they appear. Her layers are incredibly controlled, and she also uses an additive and subtractive process to achieve balance in her paintings. Even though her paintings come in multiple different shapes and sizes, she does not stray away from showing her ability and keenness to work in different ways. All of her paintings feel vibrant and energetic, yet psychologically complex at the same time. Her works are a perfect balance in all aspects. The Zillman Art Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission into ZAM is free to the public.
The best french onion soup in the Bangor area Corin Proctor Contributor Having been to almost every restaurant in the Bangor area that serves the delicacy that is french onion soup, I’d like to say I’m one of the most qualified to rate which bowl of bread soaked in beef broth, onions and topped with melted provolone cheese is the best of the best. For this review, I sampled a variety of Bangor area restaurants and assessed different
french onion soups based on the criteria of toppings, garnishes and broth. Paddy Murphy’s Irish Pub: 5/5 Stars I have ordered french onion soup twice from Paddy Murphy’s Irish Pub, and both times it has been served at the perfect temperature. The broth is evenly seasoned and contains the perfect amount of onions. On top, you’ll find a perfectly melted slice
of provolone cheese. Overall, it was amazing. If you’re looking for the best french onion soup near the Bangor area, go to Paddy Murphy’s.
order, they gave me a cup of broth with no cheese on top. So, don’t be fooled, it may have been great but they can still be stingy.
ing, but the broth contained far too much oregano for my taste.
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Yamas Bar and Grill: 3/5 Stars
I was skeptical about ordering french onion soup from a chain restaurant, but I was pleasantly surprised. The only reason I docked their rating by one star is because when I placed a to-go
Yamas Bar and Grill’s rendition of french onion soup gets an adequate 3/5 star rating. The serving of onions added into the broth was fine, the bread wasn’t too soggy and the cheese was toasted to my lik-
Although Timber has a 4.5 star rating on Yelp and reviewers praise the kitchen’s high quality ingredients and the restaurant’s dining ambience, their french onion soup gets a 3/5 star rating from me. Picture perfect garnishes don’t always make the food taste better. Timber decid-
Applebee’s: Stars
Timber Kitchen Bar: 3/5 Stars
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ed to spice up their dish that should have remained traditional. I was taken back when they handed me the bowl topped with what looked to be like Funyuns. Paired with this unprecedented switch-up, their broth lacked salt and the cheese tasted like next to nothing. All in all, I advise Timber Kitchen & Bar to stick to what they know, and don’t mess with the french onion soup.
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Monday, February 7, 2022
The Maine Campus
A sentiment to glacial studies
Graphic by David Jakacky.
Corin Proctor Contibutor In a recent memo sent to the University of Maine student body, UMaine is now “nationally recognized with an R1 Carnegie Classification as a ‘very high research activity’ doctoral institution, one of just 146 universities to be so recognized and the only one based in Maine,” President Joan Ferrini-Mundy said in the memo. Among the many accredited professors involved in our science departments, Dr. Aaron Putnam has some of the most riveting research within his profession. He is an associate professor of earth science and a highly-acclaimed geologist. Best known for his focus in glacial studies, his goal in and out of the classroom is to instill the same
sense of awe that he feels when learning about how the natural world works. “We live in an amazingly dynamic world, with physical, chemical and biological systems all interacting seamlessly to produce the environment and climate that we live in and depend on… and to use that knowledge and enthusiasm to help make the world better for current and future inhabitants of this planet,” Putnam said. He primarily teaches two classes: Earth’s Changing Climate, an introductory course, as well as a 200-level course aptly named “How To Build a Habitable Planet.” Beyond his Ph.D., his field work is what sets him apart from most teachers. Putnam grew up in the rural landscapes of Montana and Alaska
which sparked his interest in glaciers, but it is the rate at which the glaciers were changing that solidified his career path. “I was lucky enough to be given the opportunity to participate in scientific research aboard the United States Coast Guard Cutter Polar Sea,” Putnam said. “Working with a group from the Army Corps of Engineers, as well as my high school biology teacher, I helped drill ice cores from the floating sea ice. The aim was to examine the physical and chemical properties of the sea ice.” Putnam embarked on his academic journey at UMaine, where he has since stayed. “My master’s thesis advisor, Dr. Brenda Hall, together with Dr. Harold Borns, who founded what is now
known as the Climate Change Institute, arranged an opportunity for me to join a field team that was investigating the glacial history of a mountain range that projects out of the middle of the Antarctic Ice Sheet,” Putnam said. “My master’s degree was to develop a history of glaciation in that region that might help inform models trying to gauge the sensitivity of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet to climate change.” Over the span of a decade, this “glacier whisperer” has traveled far and wide for his work. From desolate landscapes to icy mountain ranges that seek our immediate attention, it was essential to further investigate the fast changing rates of the climates of these regions. He has conducted research in almost every conti-
nent. “[I] reconstruct how mountain glaciers in the Southern Hemisphere middle latitudes changed since the last ice age, with an aim toward understanding the fundamental drivers of ice-age climate shifts,” Putnam said. Putnam briefly touched upon the objectives of his trip to New Zealand while listing off some of the landmarks he has visited for fieldwork. He acquired pilot funding through his research to travel to the Tian Shan mountains of western China, Altai mountains of western Mongolia and the Taklamakan Desert/Tarim Basin of western China. On foot, he’s visited countless regions such as southern South America, the European Alps, southwestern Norway, the Scottish Highlands, the south-
eastern Tibetan Plateau and the Bhutanese Himalayas. Out of all the expeditions completed by Putnam, he is usually first recognized for a featured role in the National Geographic documentary “Expedition Everest,” which follows his team of biologists, glaciologists, geologists and meteorologists to the summit of the highest mountain in the world. His research shows tremendous promise for the future of our planet. “Every place I’ve worked had its moments,” Putnam said. “Witnessing the majesty of Mount Everest and working near Everest base camp, for example, was just a captivating experience.”
Campus Club Spotlight: Mock Trial Emme Aylesworth Contributor The new legal debate club at the University of Maine, Mock Trial, has some high expectations for their future. After the disbandment of the university’s previous Mock Trial team in 2018, a few prospective students have sought to resurrect and revamp the former club. Club founder and president, first-year Liam Hornschild-Bear, is a political science student with the intention to attend law school to become a corporate lawyer. At his high school, he participated in a Mock Trial team where he appreciated his time on the team. After arriving on campus, he worked with fellow club member and vice president Zachary Monteleone, a psychology student, and started the team
back up again for students that are interested in debate or would like to have some experience in legal debate prior to attending law school. “Mock Trial develops reasoning, speaking and logical thinking skills that can persist throughout stressful situations,” Hornschild-Bear said. “Whether you’re an actor/actress or an aspiring lawyer, we hope to act as a venue for you to practice your skills.” So far, the meetings have consisted of team bonding sessions and practice debate topics such as the rights of students and the legality of federal laws enacted by Congress. Every so often, Hornschild-Bear will set a date where members are split into two groups and will have a formal debate on a topic of his choosing. The teams will have a
few weeks to research their topic and create an argument to convince the other team and the club’s moderator. The members have expressed their enjoyment of their sessions and are determined to find a way to organize their arguments to be foolproof. However, the club has faced some minor setbacks they need to iron out in the first few days of the club’s creation. “[We] quickly noticed that we could not meet the demands of preparing for a successful trial in the amount of time available to us,” Hornschild-Bear said. As a way to work around this problem, Hornschild-Bear advertised the club as a legal debate club that will develop the skills necessary to eventually become a Mock Trial team by the end of the
semester or beginning of the next semester. The club debates in the Lincoln-Douglas format, where each team gets a few minutes to state their introduction and evidence. Meanwhile, the opposing team will have time to cross-examine their arguments and vice versa. It is a formal event that is treated with respect from both sides of the debate. Another problem this club is facing is finding interested students to increase their membership attendance, a common problem when a club just starts up. As of now, the club has only a few members. They hope to reach the required number of members by the end of this semester so they can have a full team and substitutions for competitions. “While we are actively seeking mem-
bers of all skill levels, students with prior experience strongly contribute to the team and help decrease the learning curve for newcomers. We are still working on overcoming this issue and hope to find more members at the upcoming club fair,” Monteleone said. They have also deduced that many students have already made plans for their Friday nights, so they are in the process of finding a more convenient time for club members to meet. They already changed the location of the club from Jenness Hall to Colvin Hall, but as the anticipation of more members looms over their heads, the club’s leadership team hopes to find a meeting place more centralized to all areas of the college campus. Once the club has made it through these
challenging beginnings, they will begin the process of Mock Trial registration. They also hope to find an attorney to coach the team to ensure that the team will receive quality advice. They want to be confident for their first Mock Trial competition. If you are interested in joining the club or have participated in Mock Trial while in high school, you can reach the members by contacting liam.hornschildbear@ maine.edu or zachary. monteleone@maine. edu for any questions or contributions you would like to make to the club. As of now the club meets at 5 p.m. on Fridays in Colvin Room 401.
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Russell Howard’s ‘Lubricant’ is a must-see MK Jones Contributor 4.3/5 Stars Netflix has blessed us again with a Russell Howard comedy special. Given his last special was released in 2017, it has been a long time coming for the British comedian to grace us with his onscreen presence once again. Howard is an incredibly successful British comedian with an impressive television and stand-up career. He has two shows, the “Russell Howard Hour” and “Russell Howard’s Good News.” He was scheduled to have another Netflix special in 2020 for his “Ignite” tour, but this was originally pushed back until 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it was re-
leased early in December of 2021 as a happy surprise to his fans. Howard doesn’t hold back when it comes to the impact that COVID-19 had on him and the world. “Corona was a beer [and] Harry was still a prince,” Howard reminisced. He even opens the show with a surprising comparison between the plague and our current pandemic regarding the songs that we sang during them. He contrasts “Ring Around the Rosie,” a 1300s pandemic tune, with Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B’s 2020 hit “WAP.” The comedian exhibits his usual comedic genius while speaking about current issues. He emphasizes that we as humans have lost the ability to laugh at ourselves, and more importantly, that
we have lost sight of what actually matters in society. In a tone that mixes humor and anger, he jokes about the fact that knife crime in Britain has increased by 40%, and children are carrying knives to school because they’re scared. Why does this particularly upset him? He highlights how adults are calling the police about jokes just because they don’t like them. Seriously, just ask Jo Brand. Howard even mentions that people seem more concerned about the Russians hacking their hot tubs than their children living their lives in fear. That absolutely baffles him. However, he tackles these issues with exaggerated characters, including a belligerent conservative who makes you cackle at the absurdity
Photo by Olivia Schanck. of it all. He channels what he calls his “last sane person on planet Earth” attitude to make you cackle with glee, mocking the stupidity of it all. However, Howard does not dare go too far across the line when it comes to offensive jokes. The characters he creates perfectly capture their intended characters,
such as the innocence of his mother, or the deftness of his father. He weaves his family members into these important moral roles where his own enlightenment ensues. Howard has struck gold with his show. After the first five minutes, one can’t help but become a heaping pile of giggles. He is a master of mixing com-
edy with social issues, to the point where the everyday person can laugh at at least one joke he comes up with. His formula for comedy is perfect. Stream “Lubricant” on Netflix, along with his other comedy show “Recalibrate” if you are in need of a good laugh.
Vundabar gains popularity and the recognition they deserve through the help of TikTok Emme Aylesworth Contributor 5/5 Stars M a s s a c h u setts-based indie rock band Vundabar was created in 2013. The two founders, lyricist, guitarist and lead singer Brandon Hagen and drummer Drew MacDonald, formed Vundabar while in high school. They were soon joined by bassist Zac Abramo. To date, they have released four albums: “Antics,” “Gawk,” “Smell Smoke” and “Either Light.” Sweeping across TikTok, Vundabar has been gaining more attention these past few months. Their song “Alien Blues” has increased in popularity on Spotify with over four million streams to date, a sharp rise from their 100,000 streams
in 2018. In February of 2020, a month before the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, Vundabar released their newest album: “Either Light.” This hauntingly beautiful composition of what can best be described as complete nonsense was the foundation of my sanity during lockdown. A softer shift from their more punk influenced albums, “Either Light” helps listeners find themselves after a period of isolation. “Either Light” is a perfect album to listen to when in need of comfort and relaxation. Hagen is no stranger to the motif of death, a theme that permeates his songs, and he carefully encapsulates grief and mourning into many of the band’s compositions. Hagen’s voice is the shovel that digs up hidden pain
with each note. Hagan’s lyrics can be deeply meaningful. The song “Out of It” concludes with a struggle many may have experienced during the lockdown, where Hagan screams the lyrics “can you get me out of it?” Likewise, Hagan’s lyrics can be quite silly, yet they work. In the song “Burned Off,” you can hear the lyrics “inertia crocodile.” I have no clue what that means, but it does not distract from the overall effect of the song. In “Wax Face,” the song begins with an acapella guitar in the minor key that creates feelings of hope in the midst of despair. It slowly builds to the climax where the other members join in. Not all songs are depressing, though. “Montage Music” is a chaotic,
Photo by Olivia Schanck. good-feeling song that is the light at the end of a dark tunnel. The musicians’ chemistry is a sure sign that this band will be around for a long time. The only potential pitfall of their music is that they are not mainstream, which isn’t a bad thing. They are weird, silly musicians that care about creat-
ing music. Additionally, if you’re ever in the mood for a laugh, their low budget music videos are a perfect mix of chaos and beautiful music. I hope their new popularity does not affect their presence. I fell in love with this band the moment I first heard them. I knew their popularity
would be inevitable. Vundabar’s potential can easily reshape the indie music genre. Their new album “Devil For The Fire” will be released on Feb. 11. Three songs have been pre-released: “Aphasia,” “Ringing Bell” and “Devil For The Fire.” They can be found on any music streaming platform.
National Holidays: Feb. 7 through Feb. 11 Meaghan Bellavance
Culture Editor
Monday: National Fettuccine Alfredo Day Feb. 7 is National Fettuccine Alfredo Day. This staple Italian dish can be found on numerous American restaurant menus, and for good reason. Made with parmesan cheese, butter, garlic and fettuccine pasta, this meal warms the soul and soothes the appetites of pasta lovers. Many restaurants in and around the Bangor area feature this item on their menus. You can find fettuccine alfredo at Olive Garden, Yamas Bar and Grill and Applebee’s. At Chili’s, you can even find fettuccine alfredo with a cajun twist. Pair this dish with grilled chicken, broccoli or even seafood such as scallops, and this dish
can be transformed into an even tastier meal that will leave you craving it for days. Feb. 7 is also Rose Day and National Periodic Table Day. Tuesday: Laugh and Get Rich Day Today is Laugh and Get Rich Day, a holiday with the sole purpose of getting you, along with your friends and family, to simply laugh and feel happiness. When you are feeling down, laughter can be one of the best remedies to boost your mood and make your day better. According to nationaltoday.com, laughing can actually benefit your health by lowering your blood pressure and stress, strengthening your immune system and overall boosting your mood. As the semester progresses and
assignments begin to add up, take time today to laugh about something and remember to stay happy and insightful amidst your studies. Feb. 8 is also Extraterrestrial Culture Day, National Boy Scout Day and National Kite-Flying Day. Wednesday: National Pizza Day For college students, pizza is a popular choice for get-togethers and outings. According to nationaltoday.com, pizza was first invented in southwestern Italy’s Campania region, where Naples resides. Luckily, Orono and Old town have many options for satisfying your pizza cravings. With restaurants such as Riverside House of Pizza, Pat’s Pizza, Orono House of Pizza (OHOP), O.T.O Outta The Ordinary
and even Domino’s, the pizza options are endless. If you catch yourself in the downtown Bangor area, Angelo’s Pizza is another delicious option. Feb. 9 is also Read In The Bathtub Day, National Toothache Day and National Bagel and Lox Day. Thursday: National Cream Cheese Brownie Day If there is one thing someone with a sweet tooth knows, it is that brownies are a staple dessert. What is great about this delicious treat is the ability to transform it with different flavors. Brownies can be turned into salted caramel brownies, red velvet brownies and even blondie brownies. Today, cream cheese brownies are being nationally celebrated, and
for good reason. The combination of cream cheese with chocolate tastes better than it sounds. If you haven’t tried it before, today is your day to go out and indulge! Whip some up in your own kitchen on your own, with friends and family or visit a local bakery. With Valentine’s Day coming up, this could even make a great sweet treat to gift your significant other or other loved ones. Feb. 10 is also National Umbrella Day. Friday: Latte Day
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Just like pizza, espresso is widely popular with college students. Caffeine drives many students through their days packed with lectures, readings and assignments. There are many local spots to stop by and grab an espresso
in one of its most popular forms: the latte. Nest in downtown Orono is the perfect location for getting a latte. You can order it with your choice of multiple flavored syrups, as well as with different assortments of milk to fit your preferences. You can also stop by the Oakes Room Cafe in the Fogler Library on campus, as well as Aroma Joe’s. Feb. 11 is also Satisfied Staying Single Day, National Make a Friend Day and National Guitar Day. All holidays were found on nationaltoday.com. Be sure to keep up to date with our regularly featured holidays featured both on our Instagram @ themainecampus and website.
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Tom Brady and the New England Patriots win first Super Bowl
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Patrick Silvia Sports Editor This past week, Tom Brady announced his retirement from the NFL, ending arguably the greatest career any athlete has ever had in the sport of football. Brady won seven Super Bowls in his career, winning his first 20 years ago on Feb. 3, 2002. Entering the 2001 season, Tom Brady was an afterthought. The Patriots quarterback was Drew Bledsoe, who had just signed a 10-year, $103 million contract to secure his place as the Patriots quarterback for the next decade. Bledsoe, a three time Pro Bowler, was a great quarterback for the Patriots. He led the team to a 1997 Super Bowl appearance, where they eventually fell short to future Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Farve and the Green Bay Packers 3521. On Sept. 23, 2002, in the fourth quarter of the week two game against the New York Jets, Bledsoe received a vicious hit from Jets linebacker Mo Lewis. The hit forced Bledsoe out of the game and the subsequent internal bleeding nearly took his life. Luckily, Bledsoe survived, but was forced to the sidelines as his lung injury healed. Filling in for Bledsoe, a young and inexperienced Tom Brady stepped onto the field as the Patriots’ quarterback. The game ended 10-3 with the Jets victorious and the Patriots falling to 0-2 in the Division Standings. In the next week, Brady had his first career start, and was the start of a rivalry that lasted the better part of the next two
decades. Quarterback Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts were coming to New England after two dominant wins to start the season, and many were expecting Manning and the Colts to be strong AFC contenders. However, like most meetings between the two future Hall of Fame quarterbacks, Brady came out on top. The Patriots led with their defense and a strong run game battered the Colts 44-13. This victory not only gave the Patriots their first win of the season, but proved that the team could win without Bledsoe. Brady’s personal record with the Patriots by week 9 was 5-2, with the Patriots overall record being 5-4. In week 10, Bledsoe returned to the team, but he was not game ready. Brady held his starting spot in the team’s matchup against the favorites to win the Super Bowl, the St. Louis Rams. The Patriots lost the game 24-17, but it was far closer than many had anticipated, given how dominant the Rams had been. After this loss, many expected Patriots head coach Bill Belichick to go back to Bledsoe as the starter, but despite public outcry, Belichick stuck with Brady as his quarterback. In the week 11 game versus the New Orleans Saints, Brady arguably had the best game of his career up until that point, throwing four touchdowns en route to a 34-17 win. The Patriots and Brady did not lose another game that year, ending the season 11-5 and securing a bye week in the first round of the playoffs. After the bye, the Patriots had a home play-
off game in Foxboro against the Oakland Raiders. Brady’s first playoff start was one for the history books. Snow was a major factor, and it severely impaired the offensive strategies of both teams. Entering the fourth quarter, the Raiders had a 13-3 lead, and seemed to be in prime position to advance to the next round. Unfortunately for them, they became the first of Brady’s legendary playoff comeback victories in his storied career. Brady led the Patriots offense down the field, despite the blizzard conditions, and put together a 10play, 67-yard touchdown drive. It was then capped off by Tom Brady scoring a rare rushing touchdown to put the Patriots within three with under eight minutes left. After a few changes of possession, Troy Brown produced a 27-yard punt return, putting the Patriots in great field position at the Patriots’ 46-yard line with 2:06 left on the clock. Brady and the Patriots had one last opportunity to tie the game. They ran two plays to pick up their initial first down of the drive, then produced one of the most infamous plays in NFL history. Brady, on first down from the Raiders’ 42yard line, dropped back in the pocket and was hit on a blitz by Raiders star cornerback and Brady’s former college teammate Charles Woodson. The hit forced the ball out of Brady’s hands and onto the ground, where the Oakland Raiders recovered the ball, seemingly ending the game and the Patriots season. However, a review
was called on the play to see if there was a turnover. In a decision that was shocking to fans and broadcasters alike the referees determined Brady’s arm had been moving forward with the ball as Woodson hit him. As such, the play was not in fact a fumble, but an incomplete pass. The ruling on this play is the “tuck rule.” Since Brady was tucking the ball back after a pump fake it was deemed not a fumble. This rule was eventually changed, and in today’s NFL this play is ruled a fumble. With this newfound opportunity, Brady led the Patriots into field goal range, where Adam Vinateri hit a 45-yard field goal despite the tough snowy and windy conditions to tie the game and send it to overtime. In overtime, Brady led an impressive 14-play drive deep into Raiders territory, capped off by Vinatieri hitting another clutch kick, a 23-yard field goal to give the Patriots the win. The next game saw the Patriots travel on the road to Pittsburgh to take on the number one seed Steelers. This game is often forgotten about in Patriots lore, but is one of the more intriguing upon review. In the late stages of the second quarter, with the Patriots leading 7-3, Brady left the game with an injury to his ankle from a low hit after completing a pass to Troy Brown. In to replace Brady was Bledsoe, who had not played since his injury in week two that allowed Brady to take his spot. In relief for Brady, Bledsoe played well en route to a 24-17 victory that secured the Patriots a spot in the Super Bowl for only their third time in franchise his-
tory. Coach Belichick again faced a tough decision, whether to start the inexperienced quarterback who had led the team for most of the year, or the veteran who just led them to victory. Belichick decided to go with Brady for the Super Bowl, despite heavy criticism over the decision. In the Super Bowl, the Patriots faced an opponent from a previous matchup that season: the St. Louis Rams. Nicknamed “The Greatest Show on Turf,” the Rams had an explosive offense led by future Hall of Famers quarterback Kurt Warner, running back Marshall Faulk and wide receiver Issac Bruce. The Rams had won the Super Bowl two years previous, and many expected this game to be a walk in the park for them. They entered the game as 14 point favorites. The Rams, despite averaging a league high 31.4 points per game, were held to three points in the entire first half. The Patriots defense came out flying, playing smashmouth football as the Rams struggled early. The Patriots scored the first touchdown of the game when Warner threw an errant pass that was intercepted and returned for a touchdown by Patriots cornerback Ty Law, making the score 7-3 midway through the second quarter. The Patriots forced another turnover later in the second quarter, but this time, Patriots defensive back Antwan Harris forced a fumble on Rams wide receiver Ricky Proehl that was recovered by the Patriots with 1:33 left in the half. The Patriots took advantage of the remaining time and
turned it into points, when Brady hit David Patten on an 8-yard touchdown pass to put the Patriots up 14-3 going into the half. In the third quarter, the Patriots scored a field goal, bringing the score to 17-3. The team maintained this lead until the Rams woke up in the fourth quarter. With less than 10 minutes remaining Warner scored a twoyard touchdown run to cap off a long Rams drive and put them within one score to tie the Patriots. After trading possessions a few times, the Rams broke through again with under two minutes left in the game. A quick three-play drive ending in a Warner to Proehl 26-yard touchdown reception tied the game. With the game tied 17 - 17 and only 1:21 remaining on the clock, Tom Brady and the New England Patriots got the ball back. The late great famous football coach and commentator John Madden famously said on the broadcast that the Patriots should just “run the clock out” and “play for overtime.” Brady and the Patriots did the complete opposite and went for the win. Against all odds, Brady found himself in a position to win the Super Bowl. Five completions by Brady put the Patriots in field goal position with seven seconds left. Vinateri once again was called on to make a game winning field goal from 48-yards. Vinateri hit the kick down the middle as time expired to make the New England Patriots the Super Bowl Champions for the first time. The Patriots dynasty and the mythological career of Tom Brady had begun.
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Black Bears winning streak ends as they are swept by the Catamounts Dalton Bartlett Contributor The University of Maine women’s hockey team’s six-game win streak ended this weekend after getting swept by the University of Vermont Catamounts. “I’m pretty proud of the way we played five to six periods this weekend. We played really well,” UMaine’s head coach Richard Reichenbach said after the game. “We just couldn’t find the back of the net, and their goalie played really well.” The Black Bears came into this series riding their winning streak, not having lost a game since the last time these two teams met in early January. Vermont came into this series with a 1710-1 record and was on a seven-game winning streak. On Friday in the first period, Vermont fourthyear forward Theresa Schafzahl struck first to open the scoring in the series after picking off the Black Bears and shooting the puck past second-year goalie
Jorden Mattison. The Black Bears got off to a slow start, only having seven shots on goal during the first period compared to 12 from the Catamounts. The second period was scoreless as both teams struggled to get shots off, thanks to tremendous defense on both sides. UMaine had just four shots on goal the entire period compared to Vermont’s nine. Fourth-year defenseman Ellice Murphy scored the second goal for the Catamounts from the blue line thanks to an assist from second-year defenseman Bella Parento and fifth-year forward Kristina Shanahan to put Vermont up 2-0. The Black Bears finally scored after fourth-year defender Ida Press’ shot was knocked up in the air and brought down by fourth-year forward Ali Beltz, who found thirdyear forward Ida Kuoppala wide open on the side for her ninth goal of the season. Even with the late goal from Kuoppala, it was not enough as the
Catamounts continued playing fantastic defense, and the Black Bears fell 2-1. The UMaine offense was finally able to get some shots off with 12 in the third period, but it was too little too late. Both goalies were terrific as Mattison stopped 25 of 27, and Vermont’s second-year goalie Jessie McPherson stopped 22 of 23 shots in a masterful defensive performance by UVM. Game 2 was not much different for the Black Bears as they lost once again to the Catamounts 3-1. Vermont scored first for the second day in a row when fifth-year forward Alyssa Holmes got a goal from a breakaway thanks to an assist from Parento and third-year forward Lili Humphrey for her second goal of the year to give the Catamounts a 1-0 lead. Both offenses were held to limited chances, with both teams only shooting the puck five times. The second period did not go any better for the Black Bears. Following a turnover,
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Photos by Brinley Martell. third-year Vermont forward Hailey Burns was able to score an unassisted goal for her fourth goal of the season, 3:55 into the second period. The Black Bear offense was once again shut out in the second period. Late in the third period, third-year forward Morgan Trimper finally got the Black Bears on the board after deflecting a shot from second-year defenseman Olivia King for her fourth goal of the season, assisted by fifth-year defenseman Taylor Leech. Trimper’s goal was all for not, though, as almost immediately fourth-
year Vermont forward Corinne McCool easily made a wide-open goal with no goalie in the net thanks to assists from Holmes and Murphy to end the game. Vermont was held to just six shots again in the third period to UMaine’s 11, but just like they had the whole game, the Catamounts capitalized on their few shots. Mattison did not see much of the puck, with only 12 saves compared to McPherson’s 21. UMaine had plenty of opportunities to score and get back in it, but they failed to capitalize on these op-
portunities. “I think we just need to finish,” Reichenbach said. “That’s how they scored both their goals and maybe our one-on-one play, but outside of that, just maybe driving far post a little bit more and making sure we’re boxing out and getting some rebound opportunities.” With these losses, the Black Bears drop to 10-10-1 and will look to get back on track when they travel on Friday, Feb. 11 to Boston to face the Northeastern Huskies.
Super Bowl Preview
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Dalton Bartlett Contributor After a crazy football season full of highs and lows, shocking upsets and fantastic games, we have made it to the Super Bowl. This year, the Cincinnati Bengals are facing off against the Los Angeles Rams. This is the Bengals’ third Super Bowl appearance ever and their first since 1989, and they have the chance to win their first Lombardi Trophy. This is the Rams’ fourth Super Bowl appearance, with only one victory back in 2000. Coming into this season, no one thought the Bengals were actual Super Bowl contenders. Many people did not believe they would even make the playoffs - let alone the Super Bowl - but here we are. Rising star quarterback Joe Burrow leads the Bengals offense. After tearing his ACL
and MCL last season, he bounced back stronger than ever. Burrow completed 366 passes on 520 attempts for 4,611 yards, and had 34 touchdown passes this season. There is no question that Cincinnati needs him to have a big game to win. Versatile running back Joe Mixon is the clear number one back for the Bengals. He had a strong season after missing all but six games last season with a foot injury. Mixon carried the ball 292 times for 1,205 yards and 13 touchdowns, while adding 42 catches for 314 yards and three scores through the air. After a bad preseason, many people were doubting rookie Ja’Marr Chase’s ability, but he proved everybody wrong this season by having a terrific first year. His performance will almost certainly see him take home the
Offensive Rookie of the Year award. Chase caught 81 passes for 1,455 yards and 13 touchdowns. Tee Higgins has been a great second option in his second season of his career, catching 74 passes for 1,901 yards and six touchdowns. Tight end C.J. Uzomah was very solid this season, but he may not play in the Super Bowl thanks to a sprained MCL, so look for tight end Drew Sample to have a good game. Newcomer Trey Hendrickson leads the Bengals defense in sacks with 14, while linebacker Logan Wilson leads the team with 100 tackles. Wilson also leads in interceptions with four. The Bengals defense will have its hands full playing the Rams, but they will need to play hard if they want to win. Veteran newcomer Matthew Stafford leads the Rams offense after they traded for him
in the offseason. He completed 404 passes on 601 attempts for 4,886 yards and 41 touchdowns on the season. When Cam Akers tore his Achilles tendon during the last offseason, everybody thought he would be out for the whole season, except for Akers himself. Akers defied all odds and returned fewer than six months later. He has not played much this postseason, but he could end up making a big difference in the Super Bowl. Cooper Kupp has always been one of the best Rams players, but he has never been able to stay healthy. That all changed this season, where, for the first time in his career, Kupp played every game. Kupp, finally being able to maintain health, had a historic season, becoming the fourth wide receiver in modern NFL history to win the Triple Crown.
He led the NFL with 145 receptions, 1,947 receiving yards and 16 receiving touchdowns. His clutch performances in the playoffs have been a significant reason the Rams have made it to the playoffs, and the Rams will need him to continue their dominance against the Bengals. When he was cut by the Browns earlier this season, many were quick to question wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., saying he was washed up. Since coming to the Rams, he has proved that he is far from that. So far in the postseason, OBJ has come to life averaging 88 yards per game. In the NFC Championship, OBJ had a breakout performance with his first game over 100 yards since joining the team in November. He could be a major factor in helping the Rams win the Super Bowl. In a situation similar to that of the Ben-
gals, Rams tight end Tyler Higbee has been dealing with an injury that may force him out of the Super Bowl. If that is the case, Kendall Blanton will replace him in the biggest game of his career. The Rams defense is led by three-time defensive player of the year Aaron Donald. This season, he has sacked the quarterback 12.5 times and forced four fumbles. Safety Taylor Rapp leads the team in tackles with 94 and is tied with Pro Bowl corner Jalen Ramsey with four interceptions. The Rams defense will need to stop Burrow and the passing game in order for them to win the Super Bowl. Super Bowl LVI will take place on Sunday, Feb. 13. Will the Bengals win their first Super Bowl, or will the Rams avenge their Super Bowl loss from 2019?
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USA on verge of World Cup qualification
Michael Corrado Contributor Head coach Gregg Berhalter and the U.S. men’s soccer team solidified their position in the World Cup qualifying table in their last three matches. They faced off against El Salvador, Canada and Honduras in the past two weeks, with their first match against El Salvador kicking off on Jan. 27. The U.S. hoped to hold on to their second position in the standings at this point, featuring a lineup of hungry youth to further the consistency the team has had this season. Straight from the opening kickoff in the first match against El Salvador, the U.S. was in firm control of the contest. Surprise entrant into the starting lineup, Jesus Ferreira, nearly struck first for the U.S. after dancing around a Salva-
dorian defender in the area and unleashing a strike over the bar fifteen minutes into the match. Only a few minutes later, Ferreira again came within inches of scoring when his point-blank redirection angled over the bar leaving the game tied 0-0 at half. The second half was a different story, with the American counter attack pressing deep into El Salvador’s territory. Timothy Weah’s perseverance caused chaos in the area only seven minutes into the half, before Ferreira directed the ball into the path of Antonee Robinson. Robinson smashed the ball home for the opening and only goal of the match, winning the competition for the U.S. On Jan. 30 the USA made the short trip crossing the border to take on the Canadian national team, who had yet to lose in qual-
ifying. In an interesting move for the U.S., rather than starting the team’s young star, Ricardo Pepi, at forward, Berhalther opted for veteran leadership in Gyasi Zardes up top. Only six minutes into the match, disaster struck for the U.S. when Matt Turner’s goal kick was caught in the wind and died just before midfield, paving the way for a Canadian counter attack. The pace of Canada’s all time leading goal scorer, Cyle Larin, was too much for Robinson to keep up with. Larin shot past an outstretched Turner to claim the lead for Canada early on. Later on in the match, Christian Pulisic’s corner found its way to the head of Weston McKennie in front of the goal. McKennie put a bullet of a header on net, but it was kept out of the goal thanks to some
incredible acrobatics from Canadian keeper Milan Borjan. Turner was then called to the rescue in the seventieth-minute when a shot from Jonathan David escaped his clutch, calling for the Turner to make a double save on the already encroaching Larin. While Paul Arriola nearly leveled the score in the eighty-sixth minute off of a ludicrous bicycle kick, the U.S. suffered one last gut punch in the final minute of stoppage time. A Canadian clearance sprung Sam Adekugbe through a massive opening in the middle of the pitch, before he was able to curl a long range effort around Turner, solidifying a 2-0 Canadian victory and making Canada’s dream of securing a World Cup berth seem almost certain. The men’s team played their final match on Feb. 2 in St. Paul,
Minnesota, where they hosted Honduras at Allianz Field. With temperatures dipping into the negatives, players were forced to look for ways to combat the cold, such as McKennie donning a black cloth face guard. Still, McKennie scored in the opening eight minutes. Tim Weah came close to doubling the lead 12 minutes later with a bending shot from distance, but the Honduran keeper was able to parry away the effort. Confusion in the area from a set piece was enough for Walker Zimmerman to bag a goal in the late stages of the first half, turning and finishing on a loose ball just in front of the Honduran goal, putting the U.S. up 2-0. At halftime, with temperatures in the negatives, two Honduran players were subbed off due to cold-related injuries, with their
keeper requiring treatment for hypothermia. The second half of the game followed the momentum of the first, with the U.S. dominating the game even before Pulisic scored the team’s third and final goal midway through the second half. The results helped the U.S. remain in firm control of the second spot in the qualifying table, and with one final slate of games scheduled for March, it’s up to Gregg Berhalter and his men to control their own destiny. Their final three matches will be against Panama, Mexico and Costa Rica. A win against Panama at home should secure the USA a spot at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, but if things go horribly wrong the U.S. could find themselves missing out on a second straight World Cup.
The Hall of Fame career of David Ortiz Michael Corrado Contributor After one of the most controversial baseball Hall of Fame ballots in history had been cast and counted, only one player had been selected to join the multitudes of talent in the plaque room of the Hall of Fame at Cooperstown: David Ortiz. Referred to by some as the greatest designated hitter of all time, the Boston Red Sox legend was a guaranteed selection the moment he retired in 2016, but most had not expected him to be a first-ballot choice. Spending 20 years in professional sports as an athlete is an accomplishment on its own, and Ortiz made sure to make the most of his years of playing experience. Breaking into the league with
the Minnesota Twins in 1997, a 21-year-old Ortiz was a budding first base prospect that looked to have a bright future in the league. After spending five seasons in the Twin Cities, the Red Sox were able to lure him in with a one year, $1.25 million contract prior to the 2003 season. The chance was enough for Ortiz, who hit 31 home runs and snatched up 101 RBIs in his first full season in Boston, setting him up to return the following season on a $4.5 million deal. The second contract proved to be some of the best business general manager Theo Epstein conducted during his time in Boston, with Ortiz raking in 41 long bombs and driving home 139 runs in total during the year. His spectacular batting carried
the Red Sox in their epic 3-1 series comeback against the New York Yankees in the 2004 ALCS. Their win against the Yankees led them to the World Series where they captured their first World Series title since 1918, beating the Cardinals in four games and seeing Ortiz pick up his first World Series MVP award. Ortiz, or “Big Papi,” as Red Sox fans had grown to call the slugger, only continued to improve in Fenway Park. Ortiz’s 2006 season could be considered the best of his entire career, as he led the American League in home runs, RBIs, walks and total bases. The very next season, Ortiz and his team returned to the World Series and took down the Colorado Rockies, earning Ortiz his sec-
ond World Series ring after only five years with the team. 2008 was a less than stellar year for Ortiz, due to a partially torn muscle in his wrist that was revealed midway through the year, forcing him to feature in only 109 games that season. While he managed to play over 40 more games in the 2009 season, his numbers were nearly the same as the year before, causing concern among members of Boston sports media and fans alike. The following three seasons all saw Ortiz’s quality of play decline significantly, culminating with an Achilles tendon injury he suffered while rounding the bases following an Adrian Gonzalez home run midway through 2012. The injury brought to light
the reality that Ortiz may have left his best baseball years behind him, with the shadow of retirement looming heading into the 2013 season. Being the hard-working player he had been his entire career, Papi didn’t let these injuries get the best of him. He returned to his previous form in the 2013 season, hitting 30 home runs and earning over 100 RBIs like he had formerly done, headmanning a hungry Red Sox group into the postseason. Again, Ortiz’s late-game heroics carried the Red Sox, when he was able to hit a towering grand slam into Fenway Park’s bullpens in game two of the 2013 ALCS to tie the game up at five in the bottom of the eighth inning. The Red Sox went on to win the series and eventual-
ly captured their third World Series title in Papi’s tenure with the club. His heroic efforts earned the Dominican his second World Series MVP trophy. While his numbers continued to rise, including leading the majors in doubles, slugging, OPS and RBIs in 2016, David Ortiz announced his official retirement from baseball at the conclusion of that very season. Only a year later, Ortiz had his number retired by the Boston Red Sox in a July ceremony at Fenway Park. The confirmed selection of David Ortiz to Cooperstown is an instrumental step in telling the story of baseball in the Hall of Fame, with Ortiz responsible for some of the most memorable moments in baseball’s history.
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