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STOMP THE YARD: HOMECOMING 2012

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STOMP THE YARD 2012: THURS.

- Canned Food Sculpture Competition 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Mav Ave Judging at 2 p.m.

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Cont. Sat.

- School of Nursing Reunion 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

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- Homecoming Alumni & Friends 5k 9:00 a.m.

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- Football game MSU vs. Concordia 2:00 p.m.

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- Athletics Hall of Fame 6:00 p.m.

CSU Ballroom - Coronation 6:30 p.m.

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- President’s FREE Community Pancake Breakfast 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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- Homecoming Parade 12:00 p.m.

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The Impact of IMPACT’s Budget

With an increased budget allotment - where are the nickels and dimes being spent?

SAM WILMES

staff writer With Homecoming weekend approaching fast, the University is going all out on making this an enjoyable weekend for everyone.

With a budget nearing $60,000, where does all that money go? Is it worthwhile? Do students want or need this kind of Homecoming?

Monday night kicked off arguably the most anticipated week of fall semester - homecoming. Nationally known artist Eric Hutchinson performed at the Myers Field House. Although one student described it as disappointing, it was certainly a memorable way to begin the week.

The costs were certainly high to bring Hutchinson to campus. Production stage and lighting accounted for almost a third of the $23,808 of the total concert cost. Private security accounted for $2,000 while radio advertising accounted for $1,000.

Homecoming Chair William Malloy hopes bringing in Hutchinson was just the start of big names on campus.

“In bringing in Hutchinson we were hoping to prove to students

we can draw big acts,” Malloy said. “Students want an artist they know.”

Malloy confided that the University did not tell the Homecoming producers how to spend the money allocated. He stated that a Purple Pride Patrol would be around campus - giving gifts to students who are wearing Maverick gear.

According to Malloy, Homecoming shirts have been selling well. As of Saturday 600 of the 800 ordered had been sold.

Some of the costs associated with Homecoming are surprising.

Dodgeball costs neared $200, with a $120 officiating budget.

PopRocks and Fireworks, scheduled for Friday night, are slated to cost $7500. Security for the event is expensive, costing $750. This is the second year the event will be held; the Homecoming committee was pleased with the result the first time around.

The University, while spending this money, is assuming students are going to want to take a break in partying to participate.

Friday Night’s activities are not at the front of Matt Guenthner’s mind. A senior, Guenthner might

go to the football game on Saturday.

“It’s important to cheer you’re team on,” Guenthner said.

Guenthner doesen’t exactly know what else he is planning for Homecoming.

“Nothing’s really sticking out at the moment,” he said.

The Political Science major came across as apathetic about homecoming.

“I’m kind of indifferent about it,” Guenthner said.

RT Ragan is looking forward to Homecoming.

“It should be a fun time,” Ragan said.

A sophomore, Ragan plans on attending the canned structure contest and coronation. He won’t be able to attend the homecoming game, because his fraternity, Lambda Chi Alpha, is planning an alumni football game.

Sodexo is a big contributor to this week’s activities; the company donated free cake to Monday night’s concert and will be donating the Parade Judge’s food on Saturday.

Well-acclaimed performers Step Afrika! will be coming Saturday night. Advertisements alone for the

In a normal weekend here, drinking is first and foremost on a lot of student’s minds - especially on Homecoming Weekend. On a campus with more than 15,000 students, a lot of people also go home.

In a pressing time - tuition is going up, state funding is going down - the University should look into how many people come to these events. If there is a large crowd, it may be worth it. However, if crowds are lacking, it may be time to reconsider where the University spends their money.

concert totaled more then $2,000.

Using Bresnan Arena for the performance will cost the University $1500.

Will the costs be worth it? The judge of that will be the crowds. If attendance wanes, it may be time to reconsider the time and money IMPACT puts into the week.

The problem with putting in such a considerable amount of money into Homecoming is the chance that students may not want to participate in a school-functioned activity that is sure not to allow alcohol.

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A thing of the past?

Would MSU ever eliminate Homecoming like St. Cloud?

CHRISTOPHER HOUCK

staff writer This year, Minnesota State University, Mankato continues its long tradition of holding events and activities for returning and current students alike for its homecoming celebrations.

Although colleges across the country relish in the opportunity to welcome back alumni in order to support the school and encourage the showing of school spirit, St. Cloud State University has recently opted out of having homecoming festivities as a part of its yearly events.

In early 2011, SCSU officially ended its support for a homecoming week, due to a lack of attendance by alumni, which is a very rare occurrence, The Star Tribune reports.

However, a study done by SCSU in 2009 reveals that 64.1 percent of the faculty and staff surveyed at the institution said that they feel homecoming is very important to have the celebration at SCSU, while 21.9 percent said it’s somewhat important.

“It’s sad,” said fifth year MSU student, Catie Hale, on SCSU’s homecoming abolishment. “It takes away from the school pride and hurts alumni status.”

Although SCSU does not officially hold any festivities for homecoming, a series of events have been planned for what the school is calling, “Celebrate!” weekend on Sept. 27-30. The activities are composed of things that include a pride and spirit pep rallies, a family weekend and golden reunions for specific years of classes.

SCSU student reaction to the end of homecoming cel-

ebrations has been less than supportive with an outcry on Facebook almost immediately after the announcement of the end of SCSU’s homecoming. At a post about the “Celebrate!” weekend on the social website, a user queried about the status of homecoming by saying, “still no homecoming, eh?”

The question received a response by the university with a simple, “nope.”

“It helps the atmosphere be more upbeat,” said MSU sophomore student, Stephanie Buss. “It’s something we connect on. How can you cancel homecoming?”

In response to the cancellation of homecoming, the community in St. Cloud are attempting to provide their own events for the students and visiting alumni. Last year, the local bars in the area decided to hold an unofficial homecoming celebration in lieu of the end of SCSU’s planned celebrations.

According to radio station WJON, the events held for the community by the bars in 2011 consisted of a breakfast and drink specials for the visitors.

WJON also reported that the president of SCSU had said that the homecoming traditions didn’t have the university proud of them. Some of the frowned upon events included one that was dubbed “kegs and eggs.”

There is no word of MSU even considering abolishing its homecoming events. In fact, this year’s budget for Impact’s planning and execution for the 2012 homecoming celebrations is a healthy $56,000. Homecoming at MSU has also garnered support over the years, with

larger numbers of floats in the parade, as well as the football game boasting large crowds every year “I feel like they would be very upset,” said Hale on students’ reactions, if MSU homecoming would suffer the same fate as St. Cloud’s.

“Older adults’ best memories of college come from events like homecoming. I’m glad I had that experience. It gave me more of a sense of community in the Mankato area. “ The desired effect that Homecoming has on a school is typically one that garners alumni support for the school once students graduate. However, SCSU has decided that they would rather focus on year-round events to compensate for the loss of an event devoted to returning graduates, but may have lost a lot of support in the process.

The Star Tribune reported that out of 104,000 alumni that SCSU retains, only about 250 of them returned for the football game during one of the school’s last Homecoming weekends.

Alumni of Saint Cloud, along with current students of the university continuously voice their displeasure with the end of SCSU’s Homecoming, with one reportedly saying, “No more alumni check from this graduate, for shame.”

In any college institution, it can be seen that students enjoy the sense of being proud of their school through the events that are given to the current students and alumni alike. With continued support from students and alumni, MSU Homecoming shows no sign of going away.

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The Play

CHELSEA MILLER

staff writer

The LGBT center and the Women’s center sponsored a play titled, “8,” which was performed in Ostrander Auditorium Wednesday night. The play was about two couples who filed suit against California’s constitutional amendment known as, “Proposition 8.”

Proposition 8 prohibited same-sex couples to get married in the state of California. The actual trial, known as Perry v.

Schwarzenegger, occured during the summer of 2010 and ended on August 4th with Chief Judge Vaughn R. Walker ruling proposition 8 unconstitutional.

One of the two couples, Paul Katami and Jeff Zarrillo, portrayed by Andrew Lenn and Josh Schutz, were among the people who testified on behalf of the plaintiff.

“Being able to call him my husband is definitive,” Lenn quoted.

The other couple who testified were two women, Sally Stier and Kristin Perry. They were played by Hannah Maslinski and Jacqueline Teegarden, along with Michael Stamp and Grant Menard who played the couple’s sons.

Throughout the play, we see the two opposing lawyers, Theodore Olson and Charles Cooper, go back and forth examining witnesses and making their arguments. In the end, Cooper was unable to come up with an answer for Walkers crucial question, “How would [allowing same-sex couples to marry] adversely affect opposite-sex couples?”

The director of the play, Wil

‘8’

Bernstrom, explained after the show that the defendants had, “No rational basis,” and therefore the judge made a ruling due to lack of evidence.

Approximately 80 to 100 people were present in the auditorium Wednesday, all of whom got to see the play for free. It ran for a little under two hours and included a question and answer portion.

“The fight is not over,” Bernstrom said.

The fight for equality is indeed not over because the case has been put on hold again by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

The play was emotion evoking and at times even humorous, yet the purpose certainly went beyond entertainment. During the question and answer portion the audience was urged by Jody Swenson, a member of the community, to be active.

“This is a civil rights issue and we need all of your help,” Swenson said.

Of course this isn’t just about California. Minnesotans will be able to either vote no or yes for the same-sex marriage amendment that will appear on the November 4th ballot.

“We have 40 days to defeat this bill,” Bernstrom said.

The play was written by Dustin Lance Black who is also an LGBT activist. The cast includes some big names like Brad Pitt and George Clooney and is available in full on Youtube.

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Mankato burglaries more prevalent than alcohol-related charges Rising incident of break-ins cause some students to worry

• web photo Burglaries are on the rise in Mankato. The Mankato Department of Public Safety cites more theft -elated cases than liquor-related this year.

TIM FAKLIS

staff writer When people think of crime in Mankato, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Most would think of alcohol, minor consumption in particular.

On a college campus, it’s not necessarily looked down upon when a 19 or 20-yearold kid comes away with a minor. College students aren’t known as the demographic that makes the smartest set of decisions.

But regardless, Mankato isn’t just a city of college kids, and the rising rate of burglary is concerning students and residents alike.

Through August of this year alone, there have been a total of 252 charges of burglary, compared to with 248 burglary charges in 2011.

Commander Matt DuRose of the Mankato Police Department, explained how vehicle burglaries have proven time and time again to be the main target for burglars.

“Once inside, electronics are the number one item taken.” DuRose said. “We would like to remind everyone to lock their doors and windows to take the initial step to preventing this type of crime from occurring.”

According to DuRose, 60 to 70 percent of all burglar-

ies root from vehicles with unlocked or open, doors and windows. He also stressed how important keeping documents of all the car property, including documenting all personal property including make, model, and serial numbers.

“When property is recovered, this is the best and quickest way of knowing where the property came from and where to return it to when found.” DuRose said. “We have had a couple cases lately in which dozens of items have been recovered, but they may never get back in the hands of the rightful owners because a posi-

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In fact, the total number of auto theft charges (43) is already at a higher number than all of last calendar year.

Through the month of August (34) charges were allocated.

Mankato resident and MSU student Dustin Lowy, has shown some concern over the area, and not only for this year.

“I think it’s scary for a lot of people in the area.” Lowy said. “People are beginning to feel unsafe and uncomfortable in an area where they didn’t have to worry about it as much before last year’s incidents, or this year’s.”

What some people might find especially surprising is that the number of total thefts to this point actually is at a higher number than liquor violations.

So far this year, 984 charges of theft have surpassed the amount of theft charges last year already by more than 50 charges.

What does all of this

mean? Well, the stats say that it means people in Mankato, very simply, are breaking the law at an alarmingly much higher rate than we’ve seen in a long, long time. There are still 4 months remaining in the year, and we’re still seeing theft and burglary numbers from a year ago being eclipsed before MSU students even find their way back onto campus.

Burglary is something that will always be around, and so is theft. So is drinking in a college town. It’s a crime anyone can be a victim of, but the rising rates are certainly alarming, to the point where students like Dustin Lowy are beginning to show concern.

“I transferred from Winona and it makes me feel like I have to worry if someone will ever break into my apartment.”

No student or citizen in general, should have to feel like that, but for the time being, it seems to be the ways things are.

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An editor’s take on beefed up security

ELISE KONERZA

news editor Homecoming. It’s simple.

It’s been in place since the establishment of this University. Our parents and even our grandparents endured a week of pep rallies, bonfires and school spirit. Yet, as society conforms conservatively, it seems as though Homecoming has undergone a bit of a make-under rather than a facelift.

The implications of the notary “kegs and eggs,” Louisville chuggers, and hammerschlagen have been pushed to the back door during Homecoming weekend. That’s not to say that alcohol is the main ingredient in a student’s enjoyment of Homecoming weekend – but isn’t it?

Lets not deny the history that has been made at every university thus far. Most have had their fair share of “National Lampoon’s Animal House” type behavior. It is not condoned; however, this incompetent behavior highlights some of the most memorable moments throughout the Homecoming weekend.

Come on, everybody has that one friend wearing an oversized bright red foam cowboy hat or wakes up at the break of dawn with an oversized dated boom box (who uses boom boxes these days?) on their shoulder. It is these intricately perceived

people that set the mood for the day or morning – even if it is 8 a.m.

You might say its not tradition, but inevitably to the rest of us, it is.

But hey, did you all get an email from your place of residence before this week?

I did. Complete with about eight rules to obstruct any of the above from happening.

I understand that these rules are set in place to prevent any destruction to the property and the well being of residents in the area.

I also understand that many of the rules have been established because of the City of Mankato.

Some rules in the email elucidated no tolerance for any kegs in the vicinity of the residence and any kegs found will be confiscated by personnel accompanied by a $300 fine.

However, this regulation impedes on the free will of a resident who is 21 years old who chooses to purchase a keg. Does buying a keg this weekend differ from any other weekend? Except that this weekend is labeled “Homecoming,” not really.

One regulation I effortlessly applaud is the parking restriction that a valid parking pass must be displayed in order to park in College Town, if not displayed the car will be

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Letter to the Editor

IMPACT spending and Homecoming royalty

Tuesday’s editorial entitled “What I don’t understand about homecoming: A discussion of IMPACT funds, events and Homecoming royalty” was anything but a discussion.

As a student at a the second largest four-year liberal arts university in the state I understand that a discussion engages two sides of a topic, not a one sided opinion, and that a college level discussion includes up to date relevant facts.

In the Tuesday article, Megan Kadlec, who happens to be the Editor-inChief of the Reporter, compares the Reporter’s 2011-2012 budget to that of Homecoming in the same year. This is fair, yes Homecoming did reach it’s high of $62,500 with an expected income of $1,800.

The same year, the Reporter received $62,000 with an expected income of $289,800. But while we are comparing old figures, lets note that homecoming exceeded their expected income, while the Reporter wavered and did not meet their self-set expectation.

Due to this larger than expected income, the homecoming budget was reduced for the current year to $55,000 with an expected income of $4,200.

This total operating budget comes to $59,200, an overall reduction. The Reporter on the other hand requested an additional $34,800 and received it. $96,800 total, along with $264,000 in expected income.

While the vitality of Homecoming is questioned

by Ms. Kadlec on attendance, it is a well accepted theory in student activities that event success is not measured on attendance, but on outcome. If a singular student attends an event and makes a connection with the University, that could be the saving factor from them transferring to another school at a time when enrollment management is a vital factor to our University. To f lip the coin,

back to the Reporter, full page articles about how to get drunk and enjoy the weekend or spring break trips to New York City surely are vital.

As a student fee funded newspaper ($0.28/credit), the Reporter is the written voice of the student body. The Reporter is a newspaper and thus cannot be censored; they have the absolute freedom of speech.

But this freedom is on behalf of the entire student body.

At the top of every paper you see, MSU Mankato - that’s us, the student body, the administration, the faculty, the staff, and the employees of campus contracts. If we don’t agree with anything that is being written under our associated name, then it is our job to object.

It is also important to draw attention to the utilization of budgets. IMPACT has been able to provide a plethora of student activities programs ranging from welcome weekend events, to weekly movies, homecoming, mavericks after dark, concerts, and guest speakers.

The small compensation of the IMPACT officers is altruistic at best, no where near the $15,000 compensation of the Editor in Chief of the Reporter last year, or the up to $90/week given to the Sports writer. The Editor in Chief of the Reporter represents the highest student fee paid position on campus, but its unfortunate that the money earned is going back to spending time with friends, “getting shitfaced”.

Lastly, high school is over. If a student has an issue with another student, faculty member or any other member of the community, address it like the adults we are. This is part of the University civility campaign of mutual respect.

To that end, more time should be spent going to events meeting people

than spent complaining about not knowing campus’ student leaders. Homecoming court has spent hours of their lives at mandatory events, to meet students.

They also represent the most involved students on campus coming from all aspects of student organizations.

So please, the Reporter should focus on news, not on attacking the campus, its students, or its involvements. Homecoming is a week of celebration, so lets go out and root on those Mavericks!

David Shieler Vice President, MSSA Orientation Peer Assistant Editor’s Note: The statements made in opinion columns are exactly that, opinion. They do not necessarily reflect the views of the entire Reporter staff, nor the entire University.

That is why we allow letters to the editor. While we don’t necessarily always publish these letters due to space and editorial decisions, we do take them into consideration.

However, if we receive a letter we believed to be fake, we will refuse to publish said letter until we receive a name, phone number and title associated with the author, per our policy found at the top of the Ed/Op page. The Reporter editorial staff would like to remind students of this policy.

What I, Megan Kadlec, would like to address is the blatant misrepresentation of facts in David Shieler’s letter. The Reporter editors do not make nearly the amount stated in Shieler’s letter. If you would like the actual figures, you can stop by the office or send me an email at megan. kadlec@ mnsu.edu. Thank you.

Thursday, September 27, 2012

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MSU Graduate wins Entrepreneur of the Year award Matt Ames visits MSU Wednesday to tell his story

LINDSAY PETERSON

staff writer

Former Minnesota State University, Mankato student shares his journey of self-creation as an entrepreneur - what it means to be a professional and the mindset associated with it.

Matt Ames, 28, came to MSU in 2002 with a vision already in action of a business plan revolving around his passion for paintball and drive to begin his own business.

Ames attended MSU for 3 years before transferring to the University of St.Thomas, where he later graduated from in 2007 with a degree in entrepreneurship.

Today, as the CEO of MN Pro Paintball, Ames owns a 200-acre outdoor paintball park in Lakeville as well as an online store and retail stores in Burnsville and Minnetonka, which have Minnesota’s largest inventory of paintball equipment and supplies. “ In the end there will be those individuals that take the risk to go after their own vision and goals and those that don’t,” Ames said, “For those of you that don’t you will spend one-third of your life working to help someone else accomplish their goals and vision.”

In April the U.S. Small

Business Administration named Ames the Minnesota Young Entrepreneur of the Year based on certain criteria they believe he possessed.

The award is given to an aspiring entrepreneur each year who is of age 30 years or younger based on their success in sales and profit, employment opportunities garnered from the business, innovation and entrepreneurial potential.

“When I started MN Pro Paintball the most important thing was not leadership it was not management – it was cash flow,” Ames said, “It was critical to get customers to the park, therefore marketing was one of the most important roles that I had to get right.”

Ames spoke as part of the Big Ideas Speaker series hosted by the College of Business at MSU Wednesday.

“My success is earned over the years,” Ames said “ I did what I could to keep the dream alive.”

Ames kept the audience intrigued in the Outstrander auditorium in the Centennial Student Union as he listed what he believes sets apart a true professional from an amateur.

“Professionals set goals

and hold themselves accountable,” Ames said, “ You should always have goals and there should always be something you are striving for.”

He expressed the discipline it takes for an entrepreneur to put in the work and says they “take pride in the job and complete tasks to a consistently high standard every day.

Ames says his devotion towards his dream of the success of his business has forced him to sacrifice his credit score, availability for girlfriends and even an all expenses paid family trip to the Bahamas.

“It’s not for everyone and no two paths of entrepreneurship are the same,” Ames said, “An entrepreneur must continually work on their weakness and hone their strengths.”

Brenda Flannery, Dean of the College of Business at MSU, said Ames sought her out for advice during his freshman year about his desires of owning his own business.

“He is the most inspirational person I’ve ever met,” Flannery said.

• web photo Matt Ames won the Minnesota Entrepreneur of the Year award and is also in the running for the Small Business Person of the Year award.

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Annual eating contest gets messy ADAM KRIESEL

Homecoming event features purple pudding

staff writer Homecoming week seems to be strategically planned every year to let students let loose a little while the daily grind of going to class finally begin to set in. One of the highlights of the annual weeklong celebration is the eating contest, conveniently located in the campus mall in front of the fountain.

The food item changes from year to year, but one constant remains: the messier, the better.

After contestants forced down platefuls of pasta and breadsticks two years ago, last year

featured jell-o, which can be quite the challenge when diving in face first. The Homecoming committee wanted to step it up this year though, and properly went with pudding. This is not your everyday Snack Pack pudding, as it was proudly served in Maverick purple.

To top it off, Oreo crumbs were sprinkled on the top of each plate to add flavor and an extra challenge. This must have looked quite appetizing to Erik Lopez, who took first place in both his first heat and in the final round, en route to claiming the 2012 title.

This victory didn’t come easy however. In each round, Lopez thought he had won, only to find out the judge said otherwise. According to judge Greg Wilkins, the assistant director of CSU student activities, the contestant’s plate, and surrounding table area, must be clean of any major blobs of pudding or Oreo crumbs before being announced the winner. On two separate occasions, Lopez prematurely stood up, thinking he had won.

“Everyone was yelling that I had more left, but my plate kept sliding away,” the Lambda Chi Alpha and Tri Sigma representa-

willian cahyadi • msu reporter Students try to eat purple pudding as fast as they can at Wednesday’s eating contest.

tive Lopez said. “It was chaos.”

The setbacks allowed for a thrilling finish, as Lopez narrowly edged Phi Delta Theta and Gamma Phi Beta representative Mat Malone. Malone said he was prepared for the contest, but the former high school burritoeating champion evidently fell short.

“I was working all morning and built up quite the appetite,” Malone said. “I was confident because I’ve won this kind of competition before, but I fell just short.”

In the end, both Lopez and Malone earned valuable

points for their team toward the weeklong competition. An activity of some sort is held each day throughout the week, with winners earning points for their team. At the end of the week, the team with the most points is declared the overall winner.

Different events include a photo hunt, dodge ball tournament and a canned food sculpture competition.

As for the eating contest, it is not yet determined what the food of choice will be in 2013.

One thing is for sure, though; it will be messy.

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MSU students battle in Lip Sync competition Wednesday MOLLY HORNER

william cahyadi • web photo A student performs at the annual Homecoming Lip Sync competition.

staff writer Sororities and fraternities were up on their feet chanting back and forth before the Lip Sync competition at 7 p.m.

Wednesday at the Bresnan Arena.

RSO, Registered Student Organizations were competing against each other in coordinated dance routines and lip syncing to get the Minnesota State University students riled up for homecoming 2012.

The two emcee’s of the evening were Will Malloy and Nicole Marella who were very enthusiastic and excited to begin the show. They also listed off all of the homecoming events to keep Minnesota State University, Mankato students busy all weekend with fun festivities.

“Lip sync was an amazing experience to get everyone together,” Joel Vongel said.

The atmosphere was great in the Bresnan Arena while the stands were full facing the stage of students in MSU colors, and dancers getting excited and ready to go on stage.

The second act, Alpha Chi Omega, got the crowd on their feet when Heather Cassidy came

out as Nikki Minaj in a hot pink wig and lime green tu-tu. The crowd also loved when the guys came out lip-syncing to “What makes you Beautiful”, by One Direction, and the girls started chanting and clapping.

“We had a lot of fun, worked really hard by practicing 5 days in a row spending all weekend on the routine,” Cassidy said.

As Gamma Phi Beta stepped on stage, another highlight was when the ladies lip-synced “Say my Name” by Destiny’s Child.

Dominiqe Hudalla was in the middle of two other girls putting every word to action.

“We started practicing last Friday about two hours a night, excited and ready to see our competition, Gamma Phi Beta thought we did great and are ready to see the results,” Hudalla said.

“All of the teams did a great job, too close to tell, I had a lot of fun watching all of the RSO’s compete and it brought a lot of the student body together,” Trent Cummings said.

There were some interesting costumes at this event. One guy dressed up in a black mini skirt, blonde wig and a coconut bikini top, along with five guys

dressed up as the Spice Girls.

“I was excited from the start and then I was up on my feet at the end,” Harris Lengsavath said.

The AAPIA brought out a lot of school spirit bringing a Stomp The Yard sign, our homecoming logo, out to stage, then a dancer with a maverick bull on his head came out of no where and got the stands clapping.

As two guys in speedo’s ended the last dance, Marella the emcee said, “what a sexy way to end the show!”

As the results are in and the student body judges are ready for their final decisions, Malloy and Marella hit the stage with the winning results. Third place went to the Sigma Nu and Alpha Chi Omega, second place went to Sigma Sigma Sigma, and first place went to AAPIA. The Lip Sync event was a great way to get students together to watch fun talent on stage along with setting the homecoming mood for the rest of the homecoming week.

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Mishaps - What will they mean in the future?

SAM WILMES

staff writer

With Homecoming this weekend, many students are preparing for a weekend full of good times. While having a good time, it is important to make smart and responsible choices for every poor decision can have lasting implications on your future job prospects.

Law enforcement majors need to be especially careful.

Past or current drug use; serious misdemeanors and felony convictions are likely to prevent you from working in the law enforcement field.

Mankato Public City Commander Sandi Schnorenberg suggests students keep a close eye on their behavior.

“Think about what you’re doing, the things you do today will affect your chances of getting a job” Schnorenberg said.

Schnorenberg cited the age you committed an offense as another indicator employers use when deciphering one’s background.

“If you committed an offense when you were younger, such as a pre-teen, you are not as likely to be affected,” she said.

The Mayo Clinic, while generally accepting applicants with speeding tickets and mi-

nors, will not hire anyone with a felony.

Felonies include assault, burglary, possessing drugs with the intent of distribution, stalking and many other examples.

The clinic, which employs more then 32,000 people in Rochester alone, conducts an expansive background check on anyone applying.

“We have had cases where people have lived with someone who is selling drugs, and that has come up on a check so we couldn’t hire them,” The clinic confirmed.

While accepting applicants with blemishes on their record, Mayo will not hire someone who hides from telling an employer something that is on their record.

Junior Jason Jensen received a minor in his first month of college.

“I am not worried about that,” Jensen, a psychology major, said, in respect to finding a job after graduation.

While Jensen may not have to worry about struggling to find a job, minors definitely don’t look good on a record.

In a tough job market, with the unemployment rate in the United States over eight percent, odds are if you receive a misdemeanor now, and apply for a

job later, you will be competing with people with a spotless record.

If this person matches up to your qualifications, it is easy for an employer to choose the applicant without the bad record to maintain a good representation of the company. This of course is in general reference and cannot speak for each employer’s decision on each interview basis.

Even misdemeanor infractions: drunk driving, petty theft, public intoxication and disorderly conduct as well as other things can make it harder to receive your dream job after college.

It’s crazy to think that just shouting slurred words in front of someone’s house can result in a court appearance, and may result in you having to expunge your record. Depending on the seriousness of the offenses, the government has the ultimate decision in the case and the cleanliness of said record.

Expunging your records, while successful most of the time, takes an exponential amount of time and money and doesn’t necessarily remove your name from private entities that have a copy of them.

While having a good time this weekend, and hopefully

• web photo Law enforcement majors have their record taken seriously when employers are considering them for a position.

enjoying everything the University has bestowed to us, it is important to realize that after a long night at the bar, or a night spent at a friend’s place, it might be a better option for students to set aside a sober cab or perhaps spend the night at a dear friend’s

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MOLLY HORNER

staff writer We let ourselves get too caught up in the daily routine; yoga is the right time and place to concentrate only on your mind and body.

Yoga is a lot more than mastering flexibility and strength, but can also help create a much healthier and positive lifestyle. With yoga’s history in ancient cultures and being around for thousands of years, styles continue to evolve and more American’s are being

drawn to this style of exercise.

Minnesota State University, Mankato provides a great variety of group fitness classes for anyone willing to join. This fall, Weston Edward Zarecky instructs a yoga class Mondays at 6 p.m. with a huge turnout having students in line waiting and ready to go when the doors open. Since on average a yoga class for an unlimited month is usually around one hundred dollars, we should take advantage of the free class.

Zarecky started doing yoga for the first time about three years ago and “was hooked.” He is on his second year instructing at MSU and with a marketing and graphic design background, Zarecky would like to open up his own yoga studio someday.

“I’ve always been into lifting and got sick of being in pain after workouts, I’ve thought it’d be fun to do something positive and helpful, something more spiritually rewarding,” Zarecky said.

Zarecky teaches a big variety of yoga in each of his classes so that there’s a good mixture from beginner to advance variations so people aren’t afraid to come and join.

With Monday night classes being completely full and no floor room left for those who come right at six, having more yoga classes would be something to strongly consider at MSU. “It’s a great core strengthener, and helps to calm your mind while working your body,” Lexi Bahr, AFAA Certified at MSU, said. “It’s also a great alternative workout for people who can’t or don’t like weight lifting.”

Being a typical college student, it becomes exhausting managing all of the priorities

in life and many times forget to take a deep breath and appreciate you.

“It detoxifies your body, balances your moods, brings awareness to your body and decision making in health in general,” Zarecky said.

The meditation practice in yoga can help bring mental calmness along with mental focus and simplicity to help you create more concentration throughout your work and leisure activities.

“It’s a practice not a competion, you have to go in with an open mind, let go of the material world and let go of your body

and mind,” Zarecky said. “It’s a great escape from the busy world. There’s little time in the day where you spend just on you and your practice. Everyone’s so worried about making money, getting this paper done, stressing about the future, yoga brings you in the present moment and everyone can do it.”

While the everyday grind can get old, why not mix it up a little? Yoga is a healthy and beneficial way to challenge and put your mind and body in a concentration.

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Parade serves as Mankato Powwow prelude to Saturday’s reconciles Dakota conflict football game Annual event celebrates its 40th year

CHRISTOPHER HOUCK

staff writer Every September, many members of Native American tribes gather in Mankato for the annual powwow to remember the 38 Dakota tribesmen who were executed during the Dakota War of 1862. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the war that, at its conclusion, saw the hanging of the tribesmen in what is present day downtown Mankato. To this day is still the largest mass execution in United States history.

The 40th annual Mankato Powwow, or Mahkato Wacipi, got underway over the weekend, and the message of the event remained the same as it has since its start, with the purpose of the gathering to be of one of remembrance and reconciliation.

Erinn Wilson, the Director for the Center for American Indian Affairs at Minnesota State University, Mankato and was heavily involved in the organization of the powwow.

“The powwow was originally made to reconcile the Dakota conflict,” said Wilson.

“There’s forgiveness on both sides in coming to terms with the past. But I think there is still some hostility. They wanted to end hostilities and welcome natives back to the community.”

The powwow takes place annually during the third full weekend of September. During the ceremonies of the weekend, dancers wear traditional regalia during the songs sung by singers while they beat drums, as well as honoring the Native American veterans and honor songs for people who’ve departed. Vendors were also on hand at the event with traditional beadwork, food, blankets, weaving, silversmithing and more.

Bunky Echo-Hawk is a social justice artist who has gained a lot of fans, as well as having his works displayed on Nike wares, with his interactive art pieces. Echo-Hawk is known for painting his works in front of crowds and was scheduled to do a painting for the people in attendance at the powwow.

“A lot of people are not aware of recent history,” said Echo-Hawk. “People know a lot about major events American history, but there’s not a lot of structure and education about native history in public schools. You have a specific interest in native culture in order to educate yourself in native history. It’s more complex than what the history books tell us.”

Gimiwan Inni travels around the country, making it to as many gatherings as he can and is a dancer who

attended the powwow over the weekend.

“We travel in packs,” said Inni. We get to know each other and it’s a gathering of friends.”

The powwow was originally created in order to reconcile the natives and non-natives of the area. However, through remembrance of togetherness, a painful past is also brought into focus.

“I think there is a difference in perspectives,” said Echo-Hawk on the different views of the past. “Especially the way the media was used as propaganda to garner support for the Indian wars. Everything that stemmed from that, to me, shouldn’t be considered an uprising because we were defending our way of life a lot of the times. We were defending our people and right just to live.”

“We’ve been suffering from the trauma from the last 500 years,” said Inni on history’s influence on Native Americans.

“A lot of people are lost.”

Events such as the powwow and the program’s annual education day are dedicated to informing the public of Native American history. However, there is still a large number of people who are unaware of the events and history that sur-

TRISK BJERKE

staff writer At noon on Saturday, students will line up on Maywood Ave. and Warren St. for Minnesota State University, Mankato’s annual homecoming parade.

The event, a favorite among both students and community members, will be filled with free entertainment to officially rile Mankato up for the football game against Concordia University.

The parade is hosted by MSU’s student programming board, IMPACT, and is one of many Homecoming activities that the group puts together for MSU. So what can spectators expect to see?

Many Recognized Student Organizations will have floats in the parade. The usual groups include Greek Life, diversity groups and MSU cheer-squads.

Besides campus floats, small local businesses will have a place in the event. As of Monday, the parade was slated to include 70 different organizations and businesses.

The RSOs that participate are also competing for points and the title of Best Float.

The mix of campus and

community floats helps the University connect with the Mankato community.

The planning for the parade begins when most students are enjoying summer vacation.

IMPACT connects with businesses that may be interested and speaks to the RSO’s on campus.

In previous years, things have gotten goofy. Many participants are decked out in full Maverick-pride outfits, while others find the parade to be an excuse to dress and oddly as possible. Regardless of what’s being worn (or not worn), students will also be entertained with music, megaphones, cheering and, of course, free stuff.

(The Reporter will be handing out candy and coupon books.)

One important thing to remember about the parade route is that alcohol is not allowed.

Observers also need to remain respectful to those in the parade and refrain from throwing anything into the street.

Last year, more than 1,000 people showed up to watch the event. The route begins on Maywood Ave., turns left onto Warren St., and then turns right onto Stadium Rd. It is expected to last between an hour and an hour-and-a-half.

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Davenport talks tuition, graduation at MSSA meeting CHRISTOPHER HOUCK

staff writer The MSSA meeting on Wednesday included a variety of topics for Minnesota State University, Mankato.

There were several mentions of the school’s growth and expansions by a number of speakers, including MSU’s president, Richard Davenport.

President Davenport brought the student senate’s attention to such details as the cost of tuition, with the state cutting its contribution to the cost of instruction from 70 percent to about 30 percent in a span of about eight years and the struggles to alleviate financial burdens for students.

Other topics brought up

by Davenport also included his hopes for future expansions for MSU’s campus, in order to build what he referred to as a “campus of the future.”

Davenport also spoke on graduation rates for students, with only about 51 percent of students graduating from the institution within six years. Davenport spoke about attempts to finding solutions to those issues. He concluded with wishing everyone to have a fun homecoming as well as the excitement leading into homecoming weekend.

“The vibrancy of this institution is just incredible,” said Davenport.

An election for a vacant senate seat, representing the Preska dorms, was also conducted during the meeting. Freshman Jessica Herion ran against former MSSA senator Marissa Daley, who served as senator for the McElroy dorms and Allied Health and Nursing in previous senates.

After a slew of questions were asked to both candidates, Marissa Daley garnered the most votes and was sworn in as senator.

There is still a vacancy for the Allied Health and Nursing seat for the MSSA. Amy Foley, Director of Bands and professor of music, spoke in front of the senate, highlighting the progress of a pep band being a part of MSU. Foley reported that there are about 30 students already a part of the band, with rehearsals currently underway. The band is expected to be a

part of the basketball and hockey games, but will not be adequately prepared for football season.

The cost of incorporating a pep band, according to Foley, would include $500,000 as a startup and about $250,000 in proceeding years in order to pay for staff, as well as upkeep for instruments and uniforms.

Mike Ramirez, MSUSA campus coordinator, extended in invitation to see Minnesota’s Secretary of State, Mark Ritchie, who will be at MSU this Tuesday at 11 am in the Hearth Lounge as an initiative to create outreach to students.

Ramirez encouraged the senate to get students to vote for this November’s elections after it was announced during the meeting that the Preska dorms will have a voting booth for students this fall.

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SECURITY “They have the audacity to harass studnets for trying to relax and celebrate this joyous occasion... it makes me sick.” continued from 6 towed. Although, I think towing may be a little extreme, I’m sure not a lot of people this weekend will be able to drive anyway.

I applaud this because as a resident, I can’t find a parking spot, ever, any day of the week. I pay rent there. I deserve a parking spot near my house – I have a lot of groceries and I don’t expect to carry them far, that would be asking too much of me.

Guests who wish to access the community are required to be accompanied and signed for by a resident. That’s not to say the resident might be a little too tipsy to sign their guest in.

This has a few people changing their Homecoming plans this year. Some students are discouraged that they will not be able to hang out with their friends like other years before.

“Seriously, I’d like to see all my friends that weekend, but I won’t even be allowed in,” junior Jd Vanderwiel said.

Vanderwiel argues that the increase in security is taking the fun out of everything, even if someone is trying to attend a party and they aren’t under the influence of anything.

“They should be out trying to stop actual crime,” Vanderwiel said. “They have the audacity to harass students for trying to relax and celebrate this joyous occasion… it makes me sick.”

Highland Hills sent an email to their residents notifying them of the increase in fines doubling to $600 Homecoming weekend, although the email was not as specific toward things like kegs and parking passes.

If there is going to be this much restriction on Homecoming, I would rather not label this week as Homecoming just as St. Cloud did last year.

However, this is about the extent of school spirit I see from students at Minnesota State University, Mankato –

and I’d like to leave the last bit of school spirit we have intact.

Taking part in Homecoming drinking is, and will always be, an attribute of Homecoming, not just in Mankato, but nationwide. If it should be addressed as a problem in Mankato, then we must take a bird’s eye view at a larger pane.

Maybe it shouldn’t be about regulation and ticketing minors, but rather keeping a close eye on activities and making sure people don’t drive – like how College Town was monitored last year during specific functions and events such as St. Patrick’s Day. This seems like a more appropriate approach rather than quite literally fending off guests from entering the community. And frankly, it is a college community; damage is to be done to any residence, at anywhere and at anytime.

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Medicare refills strong drugs despite law MIAMI (AP) — Medicare routinely refilled pain pills and other restricted medications that are barred by federal law from renewal without a fresh prescription, government inspectors said in a report Thursday.

The report based on 2009 data found three-quarters of contractors who processed prescriptions for the Medicare Part D program wrongly refilled some medications classed as Schedule II controlled substances, which include strong pain killers and other drugs considered at high risk for abuse. Those refills were worth a total of $25 million.

“Paying for such drugs raises public health concerns and may contribute to the diverting of controlled substances and their being resold on the street,” said the report by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services inspector general.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services said in response to the report that the inspector general was misinterpreting partial “fills” dispensed to patients in long-term care facilities as refills. Partial fills occur when a pharmacist does not dispense all doses of the prescribed medication at one time. But the report said there was little evidence of that.

The report said nearly 400,000 Schedule II prescriptions were wrongly refilled, or about 2 percent of all Schedule II prescriptions billed under Medicare Part D in 2009. Of those 400,000, more than 25,000 also lacked some required information, including the name, address or signature of the prescriber.

The report comes as the country wrestles to get a grip on an estimated $60 billion a year in Medicare fraud.

Medicare Part D provides prescription drug coverage for seniors. The federal government contracts with private companies to fill prescriptions and relies on those contractors to have safeguards in place to ensure compliance.

The program forbids providers from issuing refills on controlled substances, yet three-quarters of Medicare Part D contractors paid for refills, according to the report. The prescriptions were mostly filled by long-term care pharmacies.

Federal health officials have been touting better safety mechanisms as prescription drug abuse overdoses reach epidemic levels.

Two Los Angeles doctors were recently charged with health care fraud after authorities said they prescribed controlled drugs to individu-

als without a valid medical reason. Medicare paid more than $2.7 million for those drugs over an 18-month period, federal investigators said.

In May, Express Scripts, Inc. paid nearly $3 million to resolve allegations they were using phony prescriber numbers at its mail order pharmaceutical facilities.

The company is one of the largest pharmacy benefits managers in the country and runs prescription drug plans for employers, insurers and other customers.

The inspector general recommended that federal health officials automatically f lag reimbursement requests from providers for controlled drug refills and refuse to pay them. The report also encouraged the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to work more closely with individual providers on this issue and follow up with those who had a high number of refills.

The agency said it has already provided guidance to contractors regarding partial fills and will consider whether additional direction is necessary. But the agency said working with individual providers and pharmacies is not an efficient use of resources.

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continued from 11 “I always fall into a rut at the gym so if I’m in class I won’t quit, and Weston is awesome,” Anna Oberlander, Mass Media major at MSU, said.

Zarecky offers 10 minutes of meditation at the end of every class. He explains and strongly feels that it is half the importance of the practice because “to seal your practice with meditation it’s essential to the balance of yoga.”

“I really enjoyed yoga, I feel like it’s a great way to end your weekend and start your week off right,” Katie Whipple, Psychology major at MSU, said.

At the end of each yoga practice, the instructors will end it with “Namaste.” To perform Namaste, you place your hands together at the heart charka. The concept of charka comes from Hinduism and Buddhism and is

believed to be the center of the body where a person can collect energy. Then you bow down in a seated position and say Namaste.

The saying Namaste represents the belief that there’s a spark within each of us, located in the heart chakra. This action is an acknowledgement of the soul in one by the soul in another. Some wonder what exactly Namaste means. To make it plain and simple, “Nama” means bow, “as” means “I”, and “te” means “you.” So Namaste literally means “I bow to you,” according to yogajournal.com.

While we take so much time out of our day worrying about the materialistic things in life, it’s extremely important to steal a little time for yourself and your presence. Just as Zarecky said, “your health is your wealth.”

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MSU student killed in St. Cloud last weekend

ST. CLOUD, Minn.

(AP) — A 17-year-old Sauk Rapids boy was charged with murder Tuesday in the death of a college student who was punched once in the face in a St. Cloud alley.

The youth was in shackles when he appeared before Stearns County District Judge Frank Kundrat on one count each of second-degree murder, first-degree man-

slaughter and first-degree assault in the attack on Colton Gleason, 20, of Greenfield.

The judge ordered him held pending an Oct. 2 hearing.

Prosecutors are seeking to try him as an adult. That hearing is set for Oct. 20.

Through his attorney, the 17-year-old said he had nothing to do with the attack on Gleason and doesn’t know who was involved, the St.

Cloud Times reported (http:// on.sctimes.com/NPnHqX ).

But the complaint alleges the youth was a passenger in a car that was driving down the alley late Thursday night when it came upon the Minnesota State University, Mankato student walking two female friends home.

The complaint alleges the youth told the driver to stop, got out and punched Gleason

POWWOW “We’re dancing for the people.” continued from 12

rounds the Mankato area.

The buffalo statue that sits on riverfront drive in Mankato serves as a marking of the spot where the executions took place 150 years ago, but not many people may be aware of its significance as they drive by it during their daily routines.

“I don’t think they know much at all about the Dakota Uprising,” said Wilson when asked about the status of public

knowledge of the history in the area. “And I don’t think the United States population knows much about it.”

“I think it’s beneficial for people to learn the history,” said Echo-Hawk. “To know where you came from and where you’re at.”

The Mankato Powwow becomes a focal point for the celebration for reconciliation and remembering the past.

And once a year, the people of Mankato can be fully exposed to the area’s past through the traditions and people of Native American culture.

“We’re dancing for the people,” said Inni. Ancestors come to events to watch us dance. For us, it’s a way of life. It’s a celebration. It is our playground, but it’s our spirituality.”

in the face one time, causing him to fall backward and hit his head. He then got back into the car and indicated to the people inside that he had punched Gleason, the complaint says.

Gleason regained consciousness at St. Cloud Hospital but died there Friday.

Assistant Stearns County Attorney Dana Erickson told the judge that the 17-year-old

committed an unprovoked assault and that police have credible information that witnesses have been receiving threats. She also told Kundrat a separate assault case is pending against the suspect.

Gleason’s family said he was visiting friends in St. Cloud. He graduated from Orono High School in 2010.

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Thursday, September 27, 2012

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Homecoming acitivites and attire, celebrity disasters and art influences by religion

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An Editor’s Thought

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Homecoming: Just Another Reason to Dress Slutty TRISH BJERKE

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t seems as if all the “alcohol-related” articles in this fine publication of ours has been stirring up some illogical opposition. No, I will not name names, but lets just say these people live amongst us and are truly more psychotic than the one-and-only Joseph McCarthy.

May I remind everyone that Minnesota State University, Mankato and the city of Mankato – no matter how hard they both try – will never in a million years be able to shake its’ reputation as a party school and town. Yes, many unfortunate events have occurred in the past and of course alcohol played its part as an influence. But Mavericks, this changes nothing.

Some members of our community damn the behaviors of students and citizens alike, including yours truly for printing the aforementioned “alcohol related” articles, and to them I say this: It is an insult to the Maverick student body to use The Reporter’s literature as a scapegoat for fueling the binge behaviors of our society. I mean, how close-minded can one be to bestow such a far-fetched allegation? Last time I checked, these same imbeciles live in a community that has more bars in one square mile than, say, a main street of Manhattan. Even without a newspaper or a magazine, students are going to go out and have a good time.

But I’m not blaming the abundance of bars for enabling irresponsible behavior; it’s the stress of life that induces the need for relief. How the hell else is a person to forget about all the problems of life? How else is a person to go about living without tasting that ‘forbidden fruit?’

Students here are in debt up to their eyeballs. They deal with school, work, relationships, loneliness and all the other shortcomings in life on a weekly basis. Winters around here are brutal, and it isn’t anyone’s fault that beer, music, sex and drugs are great way to keep one’s sanity during bone-chilling weather. To claim that we’re all just a bunch

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of junkies who can’t even wipe our own ass is entirely uncalled for and quite pathetic.

When a student picks up an addition of The Reporter, he or she wants to read about stories that are relatable to his or her own life. Accordingly, it would be completely irresponsible for yours truly, or any other writer at this fine publication, to avoid targeting such demographics.

Some Mavericks party, some don’t. But wouldn’t it seem logical for the ones who don’t to live vicariously through the writings of someone else (me)?

And wouldn’t it also seem logical for the ones that do to praise such relatable antics? Besides intoxicants, I’d like to think that reading a relatable, entertaining anecdote or compelling work of journalism, helps sooth over the rough patches of anyone’s day.

This is what The Reporter is for. It brings all us Mavericks together for the enjoyment of our own lives – the college life.

With that being said, ladies and gentlemen, it is now time for another addition of “An Editor’s Thought.”

Ah yes, the super bowl of the Maverick calendar: Homecoming. Liquor stores prepare for the inevitable rush of college students purchasing kegs full of Busch Light, bar owners scramble to include every great deal they can in order to compete with each other,

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f the idea of girls dressing in minimal clothing easily offends you, please stop reading here. There will be plenty of that talk in this article.

Ladies, it’s a time for your best outfits. It’s homecoming weekend. Everyone will be out, everyone will be drunk and everyone will be having a good time. You want to look your best.

Sure, everyone will be wearing some drunken slogan shirt on Saturday morning and afternoon, but what are girls wearing Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights?

To find the answer, I asked a few of my friends what they would, (or would not) be sporting.

It wouldn’t be fair to only ask one gender, so to start this off, I asked one of my most honest guy friends, Mike Cimino, what he thought girls would be wearing this weekend.

“Herpes,” “purple tempera paint” and “a low self esteem” were a few of his ideas, along with “neon colored shirts stained with tears and Skyy vodka.”

“This will also all be happening after girls are crying and yelling Y.O.L.O,” he said.

Like I said, honest. Now, onto the girl’s side.

My friend Molly Raymond

said, “I have boycotted buying a $20 Homecoming tee this year and have made the judgment call of wearing a cut off tie-dye tee I made at the diversity fair on campus. My reasons? Being a slop-shop and dressing slutty will only result in a muffin top and untagged pictures.”

When I asked her what she would be wearing downtown, she said she would be wearing the same tie-dye shirt. I’m guessing there will probably be some spills on it by then.

“Probably not going to make it downtown on Saturday. Sorry for partying,” Erika Emmons said.

She’s almost as honest as my friend Mike.

My friend Kinzie said her outfit this weekend would consist of “jeans, a sheer top and a bandeau.”

It seems like that’s a pretty typical weekend outfit for all girls. Caitie Savoy, who lives in Mankato but does not attend MSU, said she would be wearing “jeans and something long sleeved” on Saturday night.

“If it shows my boobs that’s a definite plus,” she said.

Another friend said “I’ll probably dress slutty on Thursday night, but not due to homecoming. It’s just in my nature.”

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G.O.O.D. Debut for Kanye & Co.

ALEXANDER RYAN ROUNDTREE

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Kanye West’s career, circa My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy has been moving at a machine-like pace, all while expanding his palette of artistry.

In 2011, his collaboration with Jay-Z, Watch the Throne, spawned immense singles and a flourishing tour. It was a move that was intriguing to fans of both artists and the chemistry worked to a great extent.

A little more than a year later, those same fans get to see how West and his G.O.O.D. Music roster is panning out with the release of the compilation album Cruel Summer.

By this time, hip-hop fans are more than familiar with artists such as Big Sean, Pusha T and label statesman Common. This album was seen by many as an opportunity for overlooked talent such as Cyhi the Prynce and Teyana Taylor to flex their aptitude. However, Cruel Summer only offers limited spots to the label’s small players creating a double edged sword of limited artist time and conciseness.

Anything that Mr. West is behind causes more than a slight murmur and this release was no exception. From the time “Mercy” was released, it was an anticipated project to say the least. So, for those that were expecting a life altering moment upon first listen, one can almost guarantee there was a feeling of discontent.

Cruel Summer however is a solid album and offers just

enough of what makes the G.O.O.D. Music collective so captivating in the first place.

The cohesiveness the artists share under the label umbrella is excellent, making for an enticing listen.

All personalities are present within the fold adding to the variety and showcasing the undeniable talent G.O.O.D. Music holds. Artists who mesh so well is not only exceptional, but also unusual for a hip-hop label in today’s music climate. It creates a refreshing take on the group aesthetic and is a testament that there is strength in numbers.

At 12 tracks, Cruel Summer is somewhat of a short listen, especially given the fact that five of these songs had been previously released.

What fans hadn’t heard include album opener “To the World”, a collab between West and R. Kelly. It’s a welcome standout with West memorably rapping “Mitt Romney don’t pay no tax.”

“The Morning” “Higher” and “Sin City” in many ways are expected fare for the label whose sound has somewhat been solidified as of late.

Kid Cudi appears for solo effort “Creepers” which works surprisingly well in the given context, while “Bliss” teams two distinct voices (John Legend and Teyana Taylor) for an R&B affair that is admirable while also unexpected.

Cruel Summer isn’t the ultimate blockbuster from the G.O.O.D. Music roster that

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many were expecting but remains a concrete project from top to bottom.

The main problem affecting the outcome of the album was those expecting an expansion of artists who previously had limited time in the spotlight. In that sense,

history repeated itself because all that’s received from this output are again minor glimpses of these artists.

It is a statement that G.O.O.D. music is continuously talked about in the hiphop world and most of the time the positive feedback

is well deserved. However, from an artist like West who’s touch turns everything to gold (platinum would be more appropriate, if you’ve seen his record sales) Cruel Summer feels just G.O.O.D. when it should have been great.

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continued from 17 Mankato Police Department’s finest shine the linings of their riot gear for a full weekend’s worth of outrageous fiascos as the corrections facility awaits new guests.

Now, before I go on, Mavericks, don’t drink and drive, avoid using harder drugs, don’t drink to a point where you’re incapable of urinating on your own (don’t publically urinate), please be respectful towards the MPD for they do have a hard weekend to deal with, eat while you drink, and always practice safe sex. You all have worked hard for this; so don’t let it go to waste with mind-

lessness.

But at the same time, don’t be a friggin square. Enjoy what this city has to offer.

After a days session of beer pong and grab-assing on Friday, prepare to set sail for a new horizon. For a measly $15 a pop you can see national performing artist, REHAB, at Red Rocks Bar and Nightlife. That’s right, REHAB, the same artist you listen to during joyous occasions with your friends.

Come on, you remember the lyrics from the hit “Bartender [sittin at a bar]”; “Bartender I really did it this time, broke my

parole to have a good time…”

Yeah, REHAB isn’t Paul McCartney but he certainly is a fun artist to drunkenly sing along to.

I almost forgot my favorite cut, “Drinking Problem.” You know, “I ain’t got no drinking problem, man.” No one can forget these songs, which is kind of funny because it’s like Mankato singing about how it doesn’t have a drinking problem. Sorry people, but America itself has a drinking problem – not just Mankato.

Before REHAB takes the stage, Mankato’s own Professor Fresh will open up, buttering

up the crowd like a master of foreplay. Not to mention, Fresh is always accompanied by his partner in crime, DJ Shoba, just like how a zig-zag needs its kush. With that, the show should be a complete blast.

Saturday is next. Oh no, what is he going to write now?

Is the devil himself going to be summoned into existence by the ways of my pen? Is all hell going to break loose because of something I, one person, said?

Don’t be a child, this is the 21st century and the red scare is over, so open up your minds and read away.

Luckily, Saturday is going to

be such a blur that there would be no point as to informing Mavericks of what to do. Lets just say this, step outside your front door and I’m sure you’ll easily be able to find all the whereabouts of the fun. And with that, let me leave you with one last final thought.

Oppression is only used by the envious. We’re young, we’re willing and able, and we’re the upcoming generation, don’t try to take that away from us because life is way to short for that.

“like” it if they wanted to see girls wearing fewer clothes this weekend.

After having it up for an hour, I had 10 likes: two girls and eight guys. One guy said, “Can I like this if I’m going to dress extra slutty?” Can’t say I’m surprised.

And, just be fair, here’s what I’ll be wearing. Thursday: skinny jeans, black or white Converse, either a Budweiser shirt or one with a wolf on it and a blazer or jacket.

Friday: I said I’m not going out, but we all know how easily I give into peer pressure. That outfit is undecided.

Saturday: Skirt with tights (in case I fall over; I don’t want any paparazzi getting pictures of my you-know-what), boots, low cut shirt and too much eye makeup because it will be done after an entire day of drinking.

For those of you who still

have no idea what to wear, here are a few tips, based on your main goal of the night.

If you want…

-Free Drinks: You’re going to need to slut it up a bit. If you’ve got a nice butt, wear something short and tight. If you’ve got the kind of boobs I’m jealous of, wear something low cut. With the rest of your outfit, make it unique. Wear a leather jacket or a Van Halen shirt or a pair of high-top Converse (or all of the above).

Don’t look like you’re trying too hard and don’t be picky with who buys your drinks.

-A one-night stand: Wear something tight, short and low-cut. Be prepared to get a lot of dirty looks from other girls who feel like they have more self-respect than you.

Also, carry a large purse with a change of clothes in it so the walk-of-shame is less obvious the next morning. Call me for

a ride; I seem to get, “Trish…

Can you come pick me up?” a lot of weekend mornings.

-To have fun: Wear whatever you want. Jeans, probably. A shirt that you don’t mind getting spilled on. Not too many layers because you’ll have a fuzzy alcohol-induced coat in no time.

-Guys to leave you alone: Don’t go out to the bars. Don’t even leave your house. Just stay home and realize how alone you are while all your friends are out having fun.

-True love: Um… You’re never going to find that downtown Mankato, so get over that fantasy.

-To be appreciated because of your brains: Yeah, you’re never going to find that

in a bar either, so go ahead and take another shot and get over that fantasy, too.

The most important thing to remember when getting dressed is wearing something that makes you feel good. If you can’t walk in heels, don’t wear them. If you know your butt crack is going to be hanging out of those jeans all night, don’t wear them. If you hate wearing push-up bras, don’t wear one. Spotting someone who feels uncomfortable is as easy as spotting the only sober person: you’ll be sitting there, pretending to laugh but squirming around, trying to get some sort of relief. And that, my friends, is never attractive.

continued from 17 wondered if it mattered what age you were, so I asked one of the only freshmen I know, Chelsea Wersal, if she was going to dress sluttier because it was homecoming. She laughed and said no, she’d be wearing her usual outfit of jeans, boots and jewelry.

My roommate, Amy, said that she’ll be wearing her shirt that says “Like a Virgin” and she’ll be telling people she’s not drinking so that she gets free drinks (it works).

These answers are not what I expected. I assumed my friends would be turning up the sex appeal. This got me wondering: Are all girls dressing normal this weekend, or is it just the girls I know?

To reach the people I “kind of know, but not really,” I posted a Facebook status asking girls to “like” it if they were wearing fewer clothes this weekend. I also asked guys to

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SARA VAGT

staff writer

Faculty, students and even the local bars are gearing up for this Homecoming week. The Minnesota State University, Mankato campus has been completely doused in gold and purple.

Just walking through the CSU, you come across pillars decorated with gold and purple streamers. Students are planning to get dressed up for the game this weekend in Mankato jerseys, purple and yellow war paint and tons of extra accessories like hats with horns.

There are also plenty of places that a student can buy a homecoming shirt if you want to add that to your list of accessories. If you are interested, MSU has a homecoming shirt that they sell or else there are many unofficial

homecoming shirts for sale around campus.

MSU’s official homecoming shirt is a basic yellow tee with “Stomp the Yard” written in purple writing. These t-shirts are $5 and can be picked up in Student Activities, which is located on the first level of the CSU by the LGBT center.

William Tourville from Student Activities said that the procedure for selling homecoming shirts is to set up a certain number of Homecoming shirts they will sell and the money earned from those shirts has already been added to their budget.

Official homecoming shirts are not made for profit. However, unofficial homecoming shirts can sometimes be made for the profit of the seller. You can’t always say where your money is going if you invest in an unofficial

Homecoming shirt, although that’s not necessarily a problem.

Some groups make Homecoming shirts that they sell to profit their specific Recognized Student Organization. Think of it this way, you can choose where you want your money to go.

Besides the t-shirts, you can also stop in the Student Activities office for the low down on what’s going on this week. There are also plenty of flyers describing these events all over the CSU. IMPACT has planned various games and events to celebrate Homecoming week.

For example, coronation and a block party will be happening on Friday at the Maverick Midway.

Another preparation for homecoming is to vote for Homecoming King and Queen. There’s a large sign listing the candidates in the CSU. It is displayed near Jazzman’s.

Like IMPACT, bars are preparing also for homecoming fun! They are having extra staff work Friday evening and Saturday morning, and they are making sure they have plenty of supplies for those two days. Buffalo Wild Wings is having an extra shipment of supplies sent in for this weekend. Dan Guimoni, owner of Boomtown, said that Boomtown is having a parking lot party, 24oz tap beers, a beer trailer and Hot 96.7 will be there on Friday night.

Saturday morning they will be opening at 9am and having breakfast pizzas and bloody marys.

Suri Gaona, an employee at Buster’s, said that Buster’s is also offering free rides to many of the apartment complexes near campus on Friday night. The shuttle will be stopping ac-

cording to this schedule; College Station at 8 p.m., College Town at 8:15, Summit at 8:30, Jacob Heights at 8:45, Highland Hills at 9pm and Devonshire at 9:15pm. If anyone needs a ride other than those scheduled times, Buster’s has also given out a phone number to call, which is 507-469-5133.

However, on Saturday morning Buster’s seems like the place to be.

They will be having $1 taps from 8am-9am, $2 taps from 9am to 12pm, $3 breakfast from 7:30am to 9am, $4 bomb shots from 8am to 2pm and a $5 breakfast buffet from 9am to 12pm.

Other bars such as Spinners, South Street, Johnny B’s and Buffalo Wild Wings are preparing for the large crowds, but aren’t offering much in the way of specials this weekend.

Buffalo Wild Wings is handing out energy drinks for their servers though, so be prepared for some awesome customer service. For those of you that are under 21, there will be plenty of fun events on campus for you to enjoy as well.

Now if the bar isn’t your scene, there will definitely be Homecoming parties and events going on around campus. A few little birdies have been saying that the hotspots for Homecoming parties this Friday night will be Summit and College Town. If you’re new to the Homecoming scene or new to the MSU campus, there will be plenty of people out at parties that night so feel free to stop by and make some new friends. If that’s what you plan to do, then just remember to be responsible. Whatever you decide to do this Homecoming weekend, remember to have tons of fun (as if you wouldn’t).

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Painting Inspired by Religion

EMILEE STRUSS

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To most people, religion is probably defined as the reasoning behind our existence. Even better, what is our specific purpose in this life? Christianity, for example, is the belief that Jesus, the Son of God, was sent as a holy (sinless) living sacrifice that took the penalty for our sins. He bore the weight of the entire world’s sin. This includes the sin before and after him. He did this so we could enter the Kingdom of Heaven.

Sounds pretty weighty. Scripture states in Luke 22:44 that Jesus actually sweat drops of blood as he prayed in the garden of Gethsemane.

The garden of Gethsemane, according to the Bible, was the site where Jesus and his disciples, or supporters, prayed the night before Jesus’ crucifixion. Have you ever been so burdened or worked hard enough to sweat drops of blood? I am willing to bet even Michael Jordan, in all his hard work, never sweat drops of blood. Or how about Harry Truman when he authorized the use of the Atomic Bomb in 1945? Neither comes close to the burden Jesus

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had to carry. He was betrayed, beaten, ridiculed, oppressed and afflicted.

To add salt to the wound, Biblical teachings uncover that Jesus responded not in anger, but in love. He reacted by asking the Father (God) to forgive his persecutors in Luke 23:34. Man, it seems like today if somebody looks at us the “wrong way”, we have a difficult time forgiving him or her. Who was this man?

This is the quest that fuels the Godly life. Christians live for Christ and what he did for all humanity.

Now, buckle your seatbelts because it’s about to get wild. Not only do Christians believe that Jesus was crucified on a cross, but that he rose from the dead three days later. Jesus’ resurrection was prophesied long before it happened. For example, marvel at the picture painted by Isaiah 53:10. “When thou shalt make His soul an offering for sin… He shall prolong His days, and the pleasure of the Lord shall prosper in His hand.”

Basically, what thou are telling thee can be simplified to honoring the one who endured great suffering for humankind. This prophecy fits in

correlation with the resurrection.

Jesus also foretold his death to his twelve disciples. The New Living Translation reads, “Listen, we’re going up to Jerusalem, where all the predictions of the prophets concerning the Son of Man will come true. He will be handed over to the Romans, and he will be mocked, treated shamefully and spit upon.

They will flog him with a whip and kill him, but on the third day he will rise again.” (Luke 18:31-33) If Christians believe what is stated above, their hearts should be deeply impacted. In turn, this revelation would lead to a whole new perspective on life. This reasoning gives them purpose. A Christian’s life is the reaction to his love for mere people. What does this reaction look like? It might be the motivation behind loving like Jesus loved. There seems to be a common theme. This life is not about us. This life is about he who gave humanity life.

This God is meant to communicate with his creation (people) to complete His work on the Earth.

While this revelation sets in, allow me to introduce some of the ways Christians have allowed God to speak to them. Many testimonies have arisen from God encounters through dreams, scripture, prayer, meditation, visions, painting, dancing, drawing, and simply listening.

Recently, I had the chance to speak with a prophetic painter, Felicia Rodriquez. During the interview, Rodriquez explained that God gives her visions. She receives these visions as she is praying. At first, these pictures that God gives her seem completely random.

“I make sure and write down every vision, even if it doesn’t make sense to me. I might find the connection weeks later,” Rodriquez commented.

Some visions she develops into paintings. Commonly, these paint-

ings minister to others around her.

The paintings could be either an event that will happen in the future or a sign representing something in ones personal life. Rodriquez feels that creating the Lord’s artwork is the actual part of worship.

On occasion, besides receiving pictures, she also receives Scripture to accompany her visions. For now, Rodriquez paints because it has been her passion since she was little and loves how the Lord works through her. The desire sparked from an encouraging teacher she had in fourth grade.

Currently, she is working on a three-canvas tree. This painting is still in the works, as for now; she stands in wonder of the red sky’s meaning. Frequently so, her paintings will reveal a sermon yet to be taught. In one occasion, she painted a strong angel with a sword. One week later, she went to Church and the sermon revolved around the Lord’s battle over his people. Rodriquez has had several offers on her paintings.

Her unfinished three canvas tree has even has some offers already.

“I am asking God what to do with these paintings.” Her final comment expressed her humble poise,“ I just paint and don’t worry.”

Rodriquez is just one way Jesus’ life has impacted her own. She practices the freedom to worship God with the passions He put within her. Every single human is created different. Our responses to feelings and emotions are different. The understanding of this Savior shifts something in Christian’s hearts and propels them to worship Him in their own way. Five times, in the Book of Genesis, God stands back to look at his creation (the world) and says, “ It is good.” In the same way, art is created through worship. The paintbrush is set down and the painter steps back while commenting, “ It is good.”

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Entertainment Round-up

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Fantastic Fest 2012: Despite unfortunately existing in Texas, Austin has become the new mecca for film.

Savvy entertainment writers, bloggers, and critics have carved out their own niche and have made themselves a notable cog in the industry clock. In celebration of their importance, a festival is held once every year that is, you guessed it, fantastic.

Headed by Tim League, owner of the Alamo Draft House theater chain (creators of the no texting in the theater commercial/voicemail), and Harry Knowles, creator of Ain’t it Cool News, Fantastic Fest is a week-long celebration of all things film and all things film-geek. Since the shindig started in 2005, the festival’s clout has risen and keeps rising every year.

As expected, a plethora of films are shown over the seven days, ranging anywhere between area films that are looking for a venue to the next big blockbuster, giving its most fervent fans an early look at the movie. Filmmakers are known to attend for questionnaires and awards are eventually handed out but the fun expands to nearly every part of the city during the “spool-tide”. The fest plays host to many deranged games and activities that are perhaps too crude to even explain (all of which are performed under a thick haze of alcohol, mind you).

But other than the films, the thing Fantastic Fest has become known for is the Fantastic Debates. The entire premise is having two people verbally argue their points in a boxing ring and, upon the point of words failing, then proceed to beat the shit out of each other. The event reached new popularity last year when

Lord of the Rings stars Elijah Wood and Dominic Monaghan debated World of Warcraft.

One does not simply leave the ring without a concussion.

Wrapping up soon (9/27), this year’s FF saw the world premiere of Tim Burton’s Frankenweenie, early screenings of Dredd, Looper, Red Dawn, and Sinister, and Room 237, a documentary on the conspiracy theories behind The Shining, among several others we might just be hearing about in the future. Fantastic Debates saw the Twisted Twins debating the merits of horror remakes and snooty Badass Digest editor Devin Faraci getting pummeled into the dirt by mumble-core filmmaker Joe Swanberg.

New Mummy Movie: Remember when the mummy was scary? Me neither. So take it with a grain of salt when they say they’re making a darker, scarier Mummy movie.

Yes, Underworld director Len Wiseman has signed to direct Universal’s gritty

reboot of the classic character, penned by Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman. What does this mean exactly? Well, it’s a safe bet to assume two things: Kate Beckinsale will show up for some reason (the primary one being that she’s married to the director) and given Wiseman’s work on another recent reboot, Total Recall, the movie is at a considerable disadvantage out of the gate. To quote the temple protectors of Mummy lore, “He who robs the movie of its quality dies”.

Or some such.

Director Search for “Apes”: The hunt is on to find a director to helm Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, the upcoming sequel to Rise of the Planet of the Apes, in time to meet its release date. Word has spread that Rise director Rupert Sanders is exiting the project due to dissatisfaction with the short time period the production was given. Names like Matt Reeves (Cloverfield) and Guillermo delToro (Pan’s Labyrinth) have entered the mix of possible picks since the

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To throw my two cents in, why not consider star Andy Serkis to direct? He’s already the most important aspect of both movies and has directorial skills from doing secondary work on the upcoming Hobbit. No need to look far from home, Fox. Dawn of the Planet of the Apes is set for release on May 23, 2014.

Aladdin Postponed and the Complexities of Disney: For ’90s kids, few Disney movies were as all around loved as Aladdin. Released during the peak of the Disney Renaissance, Aladdin had all the makings of a classic Disney movie and is still popular to this day. Imagine the excitement knowing that in just a few short months the movie would be debuting on glorious Blu-Ray. Well, like Aladdin with the lamp late in the movie, we’ve been baited and switched.

A year ago, when The Lion King made its Blu-debut, an insert card read that Cinder-

ella would debut in Fall 2012 and Aladdin would debut in Spring 2013, both part of Disney’s new Diamond Editions.

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For some reason, most people aspire to be famous.

And for some, the closest we’ll get is Homecoming royalty. I’m not afraid to admit that I’m getting sick of Homecoming talk already. But why do we all have some sick obsession with fame and celebrities?

I’ll start with my guesses. Celebrities have endless amounts of clothes, shoes and jewelry. It seems pretty easy to get people to do everything for you: You can have a chef, a driver, a stylist, a hair stylist, a make-up artist, an assistant and so on. Tattoos are perfectly acceptable, even if they are of your exhusband’s name. You can

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change any feature on your body, even if it seems flawless to begin with. What else do celebrities have that we normal citizens don’t have? The answer might be a team of lawyers to get us out of anything and the ability to charm our way out of trouble.

As an Hollywood Alister, you can drink and drive, drink underage, do coke in public bathrooms, steal things (even though you have more than enough money to pay for them), talk shit about your peers and even make sex-tapes without getting into a third of the trouble that normal humans would get into.

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Exhibit A: Amanda Bynes.

You probably remember her as the star of Nickelodeon’s “The Amanda Show,” or the movie She’s the Man. America fell in love with her because of her quirky sense of humor and her girl-next-door good looks, but this year the former child star has been in serious trouble with the law. Last April, Bynes was arrested early one morning after sideswiping a police car in Los Angeles. When police pulled her over, they found her over the legal limit to be operating a vehicle.

In September, Bynes was charged with two counts of hit-and-run for incidents in both April and August.

Also in September, the court suspended Bynes’ license, but that didn’t stop the star from driving (and getting caught).

A court date was scheduled for Sept. 25 in Los Angeles to address her suspended license, but Bynes missed it and was spotted in New York City that day.

Besides alcohol and driving trouble, some suspect that Bynes is suffering from some kind of mental distress.

Earlier this month, the star locked herself in a dressing room for nearly two hours on a shopping trip in Los Angeles. When she emerged, Bynes attempted to walk out of the store with a bikini top underneath her clothes.

Dina Lohan, Lindsay Lohan’s infamously crazy mom, was kind enough to give Mr. and Mrs. Bynes some parenting advice. According to Entertainment Tonight, Dina’s advice was to “just be around” for struggling daughters. Obviously that didn’t help with Lindsay, did it Dina?

Exhibit B: In case you’ve been living under a rock that last five years, Lindsay Lohan is one of Hollywood’s most law-breaking residents. After skyrocketing to fame with The Parent Trap and Mean Girls, Lohan began acting out… in a serious way.

In 2006, Lohan was hospitalized for exhaustion. I’m not sure if anyone in America knows what that actually means. College students are exhausted all the time, but

I haven’t met any who have been hospitalized for something 12 hours of sleep can fix.

Anyways, Lohan’s director at the time wrote a letter alluding to hardcore partying being the cause of her exhaustion. In 2007, she checked herself into a treatment center for the first time. She received her first, and second, DUI that year, along with misdemeanor cocaine use. Lohan spent some time in jail, some time with an monitoring ankle bracelet and some time dating a woman, but Lohan still hasn’t figured her life out.

This month, a surveillance camera caught footage of Lohan hitting a man with her Porsche and fleeing the scene.

I could go on for two days about all of the trouble that Lohan has gotten into, but I would like to sleep tonight so I don’t require hospitalization for exhaustion.

Besides the recent hit and run, Lohan has been in the news for the tweet she directed at Amanda Bynes.

It read:“Why did I get put in jail and a nickelodeon star has had NO punishment(s) so far?”

Lohan tweeted this just

days before nailing the man with her Porsche. Bynes’ response was that the hit and run arrest was karma for Lindsay’s bitchy tweet.

Here’s what I think.

Why is Lindsay Lohan still out living a normal life? If I had been arrested for two DUI’s and cocaine possession, I would be in jail for more than a few weeks. I also would have tried to clean my act up, instead of making the same mistakes over and over again. But I guess that’s the beauty of having enough money to do what you want.

How did Amanda Bynes turn from goofy Nickelodeon star to drunk driver?

What was wrong with how her life was? Why don’t these stars just get someone to drive them, like some macho guy with a Russian accent who wears a cute little chauffer outfit?

Things like this are what fuels part of the obsession we have with celebrities. Cocaine is no big deal, a DUI (or two) is a slap on the wrist and you can afford to hit people with your Porsche’s and carry on like nothing is wrong. Things like this also provide entertainment all year long, and not just during Homecoming week.

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FRIDAY (9/28/12) 7 pm VOLLEYBALL @ St. Cloud State 7:07 pm WOMEN’S HOCKEY vs. Wisconsin

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SUNDAY (9/30/12) All Day WOMEN’S GOLF @ Gustavus Invite 1 pm WOMEN’S SOCCER @ Minot State

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Homecoming Football Gameday Joey Denton • sports writer

Concordia St. Paul (1-3) at Minnesota State (4-0)

2 p.m., Saturday • Blakeslee Stadium RECAP: Even with starting junior quarterback Jon Wolf out with an injury, the 4-0 Minnesota State University, Mankato football team prevailed yet again shutting down MSU Moorhead 24-0. As the only points from the first three quarters came from a touchdown pass by redshirt freshman quarterback Mitch Brozovich to redshirt freshman receiver Kyle Riggott, the Maverick offense picked up in the fourth quarter. The team scored points in the fourth quarter as Brozovich connected with sophomore receiver Keyvan Rudd twice for touchdowns. Brozovich finished his first collegiate start throwing eight completions on 20 attempts for 88 yards and three touchdowns and a pick. The Dragons had no answer for the Mavericks running game as the Mavericks ran for 339 yards, compared to Moorhead’s 38 yards.

Sophomore Andy Pfeiffer led the Mavericks with 168 yards on 18 carries, and Brozovich showed he can use his feet as well as his arm as he rushed for 79 yards himself. The Maverick defense continued their dominant season as they only allowed 136 total yards and earning their first shutout of the season.

HISTORY: The 15th ranked Mavericks will be hosting homecoming as the Concordia Golden Bears come to try to ruin the fun. This will be the first time Concordia comes to Blakeslee Stadium for homecoming. The two teams have played each other four times as NSIC opponents, and the Mavericks have come out on top in three of those games. Last season the Mavericks traveled up to St. Paul and scored an impressive 57 points in their 23-point victory. Running Back Andy Pfeiffer led the way for the Mavericks on the ground as he ran for 116 of the team’s 202 rushing yards.

shannon rathmanner • msu reporter Defensive coordinator Joe Klanderman and linebacker Kris Fleigle (50) lead a Maverick Offense that has been a dominant force all season long.

Past Homecoming Game Results

2011 Winona State

W 24-14

2010 St. Cloud State

L 31-17

2009 Augustana

W 36-6

2008 Winona State

W 35-32

2007 North Dakota

L 38-34

2006 Nebraska Omaha

L 21-14

MSU NOTES: Coming off the 24-0 shutout over MSU Moorhead, the Mavericks moved to 4-0 and up to 15th in the AFCA Coaches poll for Division II football. The team is coming in to this game tied for the lead in the South division of the NSIC with the University of Sioux Falls. The offense for the Mavericks is still a working progress, but they have got the job done on the ground as they are second in the conference averaging 233.2 rushing yards per game and own the best time of Possession in the conference with 33:42 minutes a game. What has been the most impressive about this squad is the defense. As they lead the conference in Rushing, passing and total defense, they also lead the conference in points allowed per game with 10.2 points-per-game. Junior defensive end Chris Schaudt, who won NSIC defensive player of the week two weeks ago, is anchoring the defense with his four sacks this season, second in the conference.

CONCORDIA NOTES: The 1-3 Concordia Golden Bears are coming to spoil the Mavericks homecoming after coming off a 24-23 loss to the Northern State Wolves. The week before, they were demolished by no. two University of Minnesota, Duluth 70-24. In their loss to Northern state, quarterback James Peterson compiled his fourth career 300-yard passing game with 373 yards and three touchdowns with 24 completions on 44 attempts. Although they were able to move the ball down the field, the key stat was interceptions. Peterson gave the ball to Northern State three times in the contest and they converted two touchdowns with them. Peterson and the Golden Bears have had success moving the ball through the air as they sit second in the conference in passing offense with 289.8 yards a game.

On defense, the sit at 13th in the conference in scoring defense with 37.5 points a game.

PREDICTION: Even though the Golden Bears came off a harsh loss and are hungry to come to MSU and ruin homecoming, the Mavericks will protect their house and win on their homecoming. The Golden Bears have been giving up 198.5 rushing yards a game, and that is the Mavericks bread and butter averaging 233.2 yards a game.

Opinion: reffing debacle brings the worst out of the league

The NFL might still be making money, but at what cost as the league’s integrity continues to sink.

Adam Kriesel • sports writer As a football fan, I, like many others, was painfully waiting for an NFL game to officially be blown by the referees.

The Monday night fiasco in Seattle provided that ugly mo-

ment that millions could sense coming. Replacement officials have been through three weeks of the NFL season and they are even worse than when they started. Every week provides more and more blatantly missed calls and misinterpretations of the rules. I know I have said many times in the past that the refs have cost my team the game, but this time they actually did.

To make matters worse, there still appears to be no end to the misery in sight. Greedy team

owners won’t budge, because they know the NFL will make money no matter what. Football fans only get 17 precious Sundays every year to watch nine hours of football, and they are being ruined.

These officials have been making headlines every day of the week, which is unprecedented. When was the last time you saw Sportscenter begin a Thursday morning program by talking about the officials from the previous weekend? It was

recently revealed that Lance Easley, the referee who gave Seattle a touchdown for the win against Green Bay, is a banker from Santa Maria, Cali. This man has never officiated above the Division III level of college football. He is unqualified to work an MSU game, let alone a Monday Night Football game on ESPN. Derrick Rhone-Dunn, the back judge who ruled for a Packer interception, previously officiated in the Pac-12, and

worked in the 2007 Sugar Bowl.

He was the most experienced member of the crew and looked at Easley for confirmation before they made the call together.

Easley completely ignored Rhone-Dunn and then made the highly-questionable touchdown signal all by himself. Before the call was even made, both men should have met with head official Wayne Elliott, who was nowhere in sight. Top to bottom, beginning to end, it was simply

Officiating / page 30

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Conference matchups bring in tight ballgames and rowdy fans No more watching Alabama obliterate Appalachian State, it’s time for the conference football and hard-fought battles to begin.

TIM FAKLIS

sports writer

If there’s one thing that comes close to the excitement and pure pandemonium that comes with week one of the college football season, week one of conference play is at the very least a close second.

Well, the Big 10 faithful will get their first chance this season to sit back, relax, and watch their favorite teams play each other in the first week of conference plays for the 2012-13 season. Like any conference, you have your powerhouses, you have your weaker teams, and you have your teams that sneak up on you and make some unexpected noise. The Big 10 has all of these, and their true colors are sure to come out this Saturday.

We’ll start with the powerhouses. The ABC College Gameday crew is set to make their way out to East Lansing to broadcast what will likely be the most watched game of the week, which will feature the no. 20 ranked Michigan State Spartans and their no. six ranked defense in the country, facing off against the perennial Big 10 powerhouse no. 14 overall Ohio State Buckeyes, led by Urban Meyer’s offense that has won him two national championships.

While this game will without a doubt see the most publicity, that does not necessarily mean it warrants the title as ‘most interesting game of the week’.

That title may go to the game between one of the original squads in the Big 10, Wisconsin, and the team they will have to face on the road, who also happen to be the newest kids on the block; the no. 22 ranked Nebraska Cornhuskers. A year ago, Nebraska made their debut against the Badgers, and Wisconsin gave them a very rude awakening to life in the Big 10. This year, after a very shaky non-conference start for Wisconsin, it’s Nebraska with the advantage, looking to get revenge on the team that got them off to a rough start in their first year as a fully-fledged team in the

Big 10.

Other than perhaps Ron Swanson of Parks & Recreation, nobody seems to have a craving for bacon more than Hawkeyes and Gopher fans, the Floyd of Rosedale in-particular.

The Golden Gophers have come away with the pig the last two years and with a fantastic 4-0 start to begin the year, they are poised to do it again. But, they are on the road and zero games in this conference are easy.

This game will easily be the toughest test yet for Minnesota and will be the first true opponent they have faced to this point.

That in itself makes the game an intriguing one to watch. Quite a bit of the game will hinge on replacement QB Max Shortell.

In his last two games, after seeing regular starting quarterback Marqueis Gray go down with an ankle injury, Shortell has impressed everyone, showing a strong sense of patience in the pocket, along with good zip on his throws. He will have to bring it in the Gophers’ Big 10 debut of this year.

Penn State has had a rough go this summer, but

in fairness to the players, they and their coaching staff are lucky enough to catch a break, taking on an Illinois team that has struggled mightily as of late, losing their last two games to FBS opponents by a combined score of 97-38.

Northwestern is undefeated. It’s very odd to say that for the Wildcats in

virtually any major sport, but that’s the case for them at the moment. They will travel to Bloomington to face off with the Indiana Hoosiers. What makes things a bit more interesting is that Hoosiers QB Cameron Coffman is expected to return this week from injury, which could change the entire complexion of the game.

Get excited Big 10 fans; it should be a good weekend, full of interesting story lines and good games. It’ll be a real test for just about every team in the conference, and it should make for a great Saturday for fans to sit down and watch some intense and competitive college football.

web photo Urban Meyer and his Ohio State Buckeyes are off to a fast start in their 2012 campaign but will see their first big test this weekend when they travel to East Lansing to take on the Spartans of Michigan State

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Key to Homecoming is “football Saturday”

MSU’s football game the saturday of Homecoming week should always be the most-highly anticipated event of the the of the entire Homecoming process.

Ryan Lund • sports writer The Minnesota State University, Mankato Football team, undefeated through four games and on the way to their longest winning streak since the historic 2009 season, are set to kick-off against Concordia St. Paul at 2 p.m. on Saturday.

The Mavericks, ranked no. 15 in the nation, are on the road to an extremely successful campaign, including a perfect 4-0 record in the NSIC. A win against the Golden Bears would push their record to 5-0 for just the fourth time in school history.

A student, busy with classes and distracted by the constant flood of informative emails, handouts and flyers that come along with them could be forgiven, however for missing the

fact that the Mavericks are fighting for their own slice of history this weekend.

Between block parties, cake eating and the annual election of Homecoming “royalty,” it’s easy to forget exactly why we’re here.

Homecoming, by its very definition, is meant to promote the university itself, to welcome back the school’s alumni and celebrate the ongoing success of the university.

The school’s homecoming budget hardly goes about promoting the school effectively, or even ensuring it’s continued well-being.

MSU has allocated a whopping $55,000 towards Homecoming, despite an economic climate that could only be described as hostile.

That’s $55,000 worth of concerts, cake and a Homecoming court dominated by the school’s Greek population.

That’s not to say that any of our school’s fraternities or sororities are at fault, MSU’s Greek community has been lauded for its community service record in

recent years, but the dedication of significant school funds to an event that, above all else, simply promotes one brand of student living is a shaky one at best.

These events are all aimed at promoting MSU internally, at strengthening school spirit in an increasingly apathetic

student population and hopefully discouraging a few moments of poor decision-making in the process.

While those are all noble goals, goals to be applauded, it is becoming increasingly apparent that our focus has shifted away from Homecomings true

purpose; as a celebration for everyone.

Are concerts, cake and royalty truly the best way to welcome back our distinguished alumni, to bring our team a win on Saturday?

“football saturday”/ page 31

shannon rathmanner • msu reporter 2007 was a tough year for MSU as the Mavericks went 5-6 during the regular season, including a homecoming loss to North Dakota 38-34

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Mavericks struggle to fill the stands With over 17,000 people in the school, former Maverick football player Beau Illikainen wants more from all of us on fall Saturday’s at Blakeslee Stadium.

BEAU ILLIKAINEN

sports writer

FOOTBALL NSIC North School Minnesota Duluth Mary St. Cloud State Bemidji State Minnesota Crookston Northern State Minot State MSU Moorhead

Div. Conf 0-0 4-0 0-0 3-1 0-0 2-2 0-0 1-3 0-0 1-3 0-0 1-3 0-0 0-4 0-0 0-4

NSIC South School Sioux Falls MAVERICKS Wayne State Winona State Augustana Upper Iowa Concordia St. Paul SW Minnesota State

Div. Conf 0-0 4-0 0-0 4-0 0-0 3-1 0-0 3-1 0-0 2-2 0-0 2-2 0-0 1-3 0-0 1-3

SOCCER (NSIC) School Conf. OVR MAVERICKS 5-0 6-1-1 Upper Iowa 4-1 7-1 Winona State 4-1 5-3 Bemidji State 3-1-1 5-2-1 Augustana 3-1-1 4-3-1 Concordia St. Paul 3-1-1 4-3-1 Minot State 3-2 5-2-1 Mary 2-3 3-4 SW Minnesota State 2-3 4-3 St. Cloud State 2-3 3-4-1 Minnesota Duluth 2-3 3-4 MSU Moorhead 1-3-1 2-5-1 Northern State 1-3-1 2-5-1 Wayne State 1-4 1-7 Minnesota, Crookston 0-4-1 0-7-1 Sioux Falls 0-5 0-8

For all of the history majors out there, as well as those of you who passed the seventh grade, you may be familiar with the belief widely held by Americans in the 19th century that the U.S. was destined to expand across the continent.

And if you’re already on your phone searching for a quick history lesson, just know that it is definitely not something that I had to do. And by that I mean I may have already plagiarized Wikipedia, who puts things in their own words these days anyway? Don’t feel bad Mavericks. This is the Internet era and we Google stuff, old people will get over it eventually.

Why is this relevant? There exists a belief, widely held by me, that in the 21st century our very own Mavericks are destined for D-II supremacy.

Which brings up my next point: it’s about time we get our act together as fans, as a university. A university that has pride, supports it’s own and knows how to have a good time, A university that can incorporate all these things into one event.

If you’ve ever been to St. John’s University in the fall to see a football game,

you know exactly the type of atmosphere I covet.

Odds are you were a living, breathing and probably drinking part of a vast sea of red, a sea that not only ignited the home team but also united the community, a sea so powerful that it transformed the very culture of the school itself, but this isn’t about St. John’s, this is about us.

Blakeslee Stadium reaches capacity at just under 8,000. St. John’s had

16,000-plus at a JohnnieTommie game a few years back and that’s Division III. Which is alot like Division II, only with generally less talent and smaller schools: how perfectly illogical this is.

Across the border, Division One FCS North Dakota State rocks the FargoDome with over 18,000 every weekend.

At the Horseshoe, Ohio State stops seating well after 100,000. With over

15,000 students on this campus, even half of that puts Blakeslee at capacity.

We don’t ask for much.

Let’s face it, fall is an absolutely awesome season; it is, for many of us, myself included, the best time of year. There’s so much to like, and football games certainly play a role.

They are a part of what make this time of year so great Having a good time at games made pos-

Maverick Dilemma / page 31

web photo Clemens Stadium, home of the St. Johns Johnnies fills itself every Saturday with an average of about 10,000 people-per-game. The only problem with this is SJU’s enrollment size is just over 4,000 people, making most wonder why Blakeslee Stadium can look bleak at times.

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Gophers In a tough position at QB Senior MarQueis Gray and sophomore Max Shortell are both 2-0 in their time this season, so once Gray is healthy, who gets the ball?

Reece Hemmesch • sports editor

In the midst of all the hype and criticism that surrounds college football players, the quarterback is still the most scrutinized position that a player can play.

And why shouldn’t it be?

You’re the captain, the field general, the most important position on the field, so why should you not be blamed for more wins and losses than all the other positions on the field combined?

Plain and simple, without a quarterback, you’re screwed.

Enter the Minnesota Golden Gophers: who have an intriguing quarterback matchup that is so difficult to decipher that one can only imagine what these two quarterbacks are thinking while heading into the their next week’s games.

The Minnesota Golden Gophers have been known the past few years for ridiculing upsets of the hands of lesser opponents (New Mexico State, NDSU, Bowling Green) and shameful losses to Big Ten powerhouses that make fans and season ticket holders wonder what they are doing following this miserable program.

2012 has brought in new hope for the U of M just as every season does except for the first time

since 2008, the Gophers are following through. Even though they have not had too true of a test by their opponents through four games, they have four wins.

They may have been the favorites in each game as well but in recent years the Gophers have had a tough time figuring out the mid-majors they should stomp on, which eventually leads to humiliating losses.

Their key to success?

Through four games their quarterbacks have looked smooth and ready to lead the offense in their own particular way. The problem: Who should be the starter?

MarQueis Gray entered his senior season at the U looking to finally lead a better-than-par offense to a few wins and possibly the Little Caesar’s Pizza Bowl.

With head coach Jerry Kill’s offensive scheme, Gray is a good fit. Kill runs a pro-style shotgun offense that forces the quarterback to be athletic and run the ball in a designed draw set almost at will. The QB doesn’t need a hose of an arm due to a short game passing attack, but needs precision in the pocket and accurate tosses towards the sidelines to move the ball up and down the field.

So when the ‘Gophs were 2-0 with Gray running for more yards than he was passing, The Gopher nation was satisfied.

That satisfaction continued until Gray went down on a pileup by the Western Michigan defense in week three which sent him to the sidelines and

later carted off the field.

Everyone in the state of Minnesota held their breath as Gray was taken away. Kill’s response: sophomore Max Shortell, the 6-7 monster from Kansas who can’t keep a smile away anymore than you or I after a big play.

Shortell would go on to lead the offense to two scores in the final minutes of the first half and prime the charge as the Gophers defeated the Broncos 28-23 and has since won one more against Syracuse to make both quarterbacks records 2-0 on the season.

Kill’s offense technically doesn’t change when Shortell takes the field, but it does differ Jerry’s play-calling to play to the backup’s strengths and his weaknesses.

For example, Shortell is not much of a runner, he can evade the pocket and get up field due to his long strides but is not the type of QB to fake a handoff and storm up the middle plowing through defensive lines like Gray did. So when Shortell enters the game, the offense changes from a run-heavy set to more of a balanced attack, something that troubles the defense when introduced to it on game day.

With Gray in, 3rd and six could be a possible zone read draw up the middle, something

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OFFICIATING “When was the last time you saw Sportscenter begin a Thursday morning program by talking about the officials from the previous weekend?” continued from 25 a disaster.

According to CBS Sports, Lingerie Football League chairman Mitchell Mortaza released a statement on Tuesday saying that several crews currently working in the NFL were previously fired from the LFL for incompetence. FIRED. From a sport that doesn’t even pay its own players. Can it really get

much lower?

It seems that every television station that is broadcasting games has now hired some sort of officiating expert to help explain to America just what in the hell these refs are doing.

These ‘experts’ get just as much microphone time as the actual announcers because they have to attempt to explain every whistle,

while half the time they themselves don’t even know what just happened.

This mess goes far beyond questionable flags. They are forgetting how many timeouts teams have, how many yards a certain penalty is worth, and freeze like a kid being busted reaching for the cookie jar when a player or coach confronts

them.

I’m sure many of you remember the two phantom challenges awarded to San Francisco when they played Minnesota last Sunday. With no timeouts remaining, a team cannot challenge a play, no exceptions. This was a rule I knew before I had leg hair.

These officials have potentially ruined the season for one

team already, and more are sure to come if action by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is not taken soon. The integrity of this game is fading faster than the autumn leaves, and it’s truly sad.

Enough is enough, let’s get these refs back so when can finally watch some quality football once again.

QB DECISION “Kill’s offense technically doesn’t change when Shor-

tell takes the field, but it does differ Jerry’s play-calling to play to the backup’s strengths and his weaknesses.” continued from 29 that does not work out too well most of the time. But when Shortell enters the game, the Gophers offense is predictable but gives itself more of a chance to excel due to less reliability

by Kill to run the ball with the quarterback. The offense doesn’t change, but the play calling differs to their advantage with a single-threat quarterback.

I love MarQueis Gray under center, he is a multi-threat type of guy in a multi-threat offense.

He is the most athletic player on the field at all times and is utilized by the offensive system.

When Shortell enters the game, it changes up everything to the Gophers advantage in this writer’s eyes. It’s not the same play up the middle every time.

It’s a balanced attack that is well ran due to the Gopher offensive

line finally being able to push some people around for the first time since Eslinger and Setterstrom of the mid-2000’s.

My pick: Shortell.

When he entered the game against Western Michigan I had never seen a division one quarterback look more mentally and emotionally ready than Shortell.

He played hard, he played smart and he kept the game in perspective without getting ahead of himself. There is no doubt about it; this kid is ready to be the starting quarterback.

The other positive of Shortell at QB means that Gray can move back out to wide receiver, which he did during his younger days with Adam Weber calling the shots. Gray would still be athletic, and would benefit the offense a lot by moving to wide

out. That also gives the Gophers a big-time threat at the receiver position, something they have been lacking all season.

Jerry Kill still believes in his recent recruiting that to be a Gopher quarterback you have to be dual-threat, but what this new offensive style has showed us is that sometimes when you think you got what you need, you really need the exact opposite.

Do I agree with Kill’s play calling while Gray’s in? Absolutely, But the calls make more sense when number 11 strolls on to the field to lead the charge for the maroon and gold.

I have never been a fan of when players are taken out of the starting lineup for doing nothing wrong, but in this particular situation, the backup is the key to success.

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It’s hard to imagine that starting quarterback Jon Wolf will call to mind an image of a cake-eating contest while preparing to shred the Golden Bears defense on Saturday, or that head coach Aaron Keen prepped his team with an Eric Hutchinson jam session.

Instead of focusing on a tradition of excess that goes largely ignored by the student population, let’s focus on taking pride in ourselves, our team and the alumni who will travel long distances to come home.

Homecoming should be much more than a week-long attempt to bring upperclassmen back into the campus community, more than the display of deep pockets that it has become.

The Mavericks, embroiled in a scandal that rocked both the team and the school’s national image are faced with a daunting challenge this season, to right the perceptions created by sensationalist national media outlets and a coaching scandal in a post-Paterno world.

We have an obligation this weekend, not to ourselves, but to our alumni, to our faculty, to our team and to our national reputation.

We’ve been to the edge this year, to the precipice of national humiliation. Let’s bring our school back with a roar.

For once let’s do it without putting a crater in an already limited budget.

sible by following a few simple steps. Step 1: locate your friends and get ready for the game (for some of you, this process involves hydrating. For others it will weigh several pounds and be wrapped in a tortilla: and for me it is both). Step 2: walk to Blakeslee and begin having fun in whatever way, prefearbly legal way, you see fit.

Our hockey team draws a crowd. They are also division 1, and that’s great. I’m not a hockey guy myself.

When I was six and began playing, my mom couldn’t tie the skates very well and

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I hadn’t figured out that I had opposoble thumbs yet.

Thankfully, Santa brought me a basketball that Christmas and the rest was history. As for Maverick hockey games, I’ve been to a few and had a great time.

I can also tell you why: because of us! I enjoyed myself because you guys made it fun.

Question for you my reader: do you think hockey games would be as fun if only the parents showed up?

Let the record show that I love parents, but there’s a point here. Hockey games aren’t fun solely because of the sport or the level of competition.

One of the most important factors to rabid, euphoric fan bases that bleed their colors and have pride in their university’s teams is winning. Who wants to go to a game and

have nothing to cheer for?

That’s like asking who wants to go to a bar with no beer or Jagermeister.

What’s the point?

The good news? The beer and the deer are all stocked up here, people. Maverick Football is 4-0 and ranked 7th Nationally. They just took down conference power and arch-rival St. Cloud State at their house and currently deploy the nation’s top ranked defense.

“The Blackshirts”, as the defense has been known, are thriving like never before. Must be the new Uni’s.

When it comes down to it, they just play a genuinely exciting brand of football.

You’d know, if you were there. So what’s missing? I ask you, students of Minnesota State, what better time to start than now?

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