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FOURTH ESTATE February 20, 2017 | Volume 4 Issue 15 George Mason University’s official student news outlet gmufourthestate.com | @IVEstate

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Mason attends AWP Writers meet up in DC for annual conference TODD GONDA | COPY CHIEF

This year several Mason organizations attended the Association of Writers and Writing Programs conference and book fair from Feb. 8 to 11 in Washington D.C. The Mason organizations that attended were Phoebe, Mason’s literary journal; So to Speak, Mason’s feminist literary journal; Gazing Grain, a feminist press staffed by Mason alumni; and Stillhouse Press, a student and faculty-staffed independent press that operates in collaboration with Fall For the Book and Mason’s creative writing program.According to AWP’s website, the conference is “an essential annual destination for writers, teachers, students, editors and publishers.”

Much like other professional conferences, AWP features panels by experts in the field—famous writers, poets, editors, agents and more. Unlike other conferences, however, the panels at AWP sometimes resemble panels from conventions, such as ComicCon. On Feb. 9, four levels underground in the Marriott Marquis next to the convention center, the conference

hosted a panel on the author H. P. Lovecraft called “The Infinite in the Finite: One Hundred Years of H. P. Lovecraft’s Legacy.” The panel consisted of five fiction writers discussing the horror writer’s effect on pop culture and their own writing.

In addition to panels, the conference also hosts a large book fair. According to AWP’s website, last year, the book fair hosted more than 800 presses and literary organizations and more than 12,000 people attended.

This year, several Mason organizations came together to form their own booth at the book fair. Dubbed the “superbooth” by Stillhouse Press’ Twitter account, the booth featured three tables set back against the wall with tables on both ends forming a clear division between the superbooth and other booths nearby.

Doug Luman, a graduate student in Mason’s MFA program for creative writing as well as art director for Stillhouse Press and poetry editor for Phoebe, said Stillhouse is “a student-managed, studentrun, student-designed press

at George Mason that is not a university press, but… basically operate[s] using space and the students at the university.”

Additionally, Stillhouse ran a whiteboard campaign that asked attendees to the book fair about writing’s role in 2017. According to Mason English Professor and Stillhouse Press Editorial Advisor Scott Berg, writing’s role is “the same as it ever was.”

In addition to Stillhouse Press, the Mason superbooth featured Gazing Grain press and the journals So to Speak and Phoebe. Gazing Grain is a feminist press founded by Mason alumni and sponsored by the Fall for the Book literary festival. So to Speak is a feminist literary journal edited by students in the creative writing MFA program at Mason. In addition to writing, they also publish art.

Phoebe, on the other hand, “is a literary journal that doesn’t really have one guiding aesthetic, it is a general

catch-all journal that publishes fiction, non-fiction and poetry,” Luman said.

According to Phoebe’s website, the journal began in 1971 and publishes both in print and online.

Their section of the booth featured a spinning wheel that could reward visitors with old editions of the journals, give visitors a piece of candy or force the students working at the booth to compose a poem on the spot.

Junior Jennifer Squires, a communication major and media intern at Stillhouse Press, said she believes the conference is a good event to attend if you’re a budding writer.

“There are a lot of opportunities here, especially if you want to go into the writing business. There are a lot of internship opportunities, and there are a lot of panels that you can go to where you learn a lot about the industry and meet a lot of… agents and top-tier publishers,” Squires said.

Luman agreed that attending the conference is a great way to learn about the writing world.

“AWP is really a way for you to get used to what the writing world looks like… the benefit to coming here is to find out what your role might be, whether it’s professional, artistic, whether it’s the marketing side, production side [or] editorial side,” Luman said.

English Professor Roger Lathbury also attended the conference. As the owner of Orchises Press, his own small press, he said his goal was to make his press better known, to make and meet friends and to see what ideas he could steal to further boost Orchises' reputation.

By attending AWP, students can expect to experience “the sense of a literary community,” Lathbury said, “as a vibrant and more various place than academe can convey.”

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Stillhouse Press asked people about writing’s role in 2017. A convention-goer wrote “speak truth to power.”

A shot of Mason’s “superbooth.”

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The Johnson Center gets revamped New dining options to be added to the JC over spring break FAREEHA REHMAN | ONLINE EDITOR

The Johnson Center will undergo renovations during spring break to give Mason students brand-new dining options.

According to Caitlin Lundquist, unit marketing specialist for Mason Dining, construction has already begun on the lower level, the new home to IndAroma and Red Hot & Blue, with full renovations beginning March 11. IndAroma and Red Hot & Blue will open back up March 13 and remain open for the rest of the renovation period.

As for the west side of the JC, Burger King, Erbert & Gerbert and Jorge’s will be walled off until Fall 2017 for the new brands, Lundquist said. Star Ginger will be expanded and improved and Auntie Anne’s will also be relocated.

Lundquist added that the renovated JC food court will have four new dining options: JC diners will be able to grab a milkshake from Steak ‘n Shake, a made-to-order pizza from Blaze Pizza and kebabs from Garbanzo, a Mediterranean cuisine option. An additional option is to be announced.

Mark Kraner, executive director for

Campus Retail Operations, added that a patio will also be created on the west side of the JC near the deLaski Performing Arts Building.

Senior Jordan Deleon believes that the new additions will elevate the quality of life around campus as the addition of Panera Bread did in Fall 2014.

“I’m quite happy to see my money put towards something that I want,” Deleon said.

Garbanzo will be the second campus restaurant to offer the option of halal meat, with IndAroma being the first.

Halal meat is non-pork meat that is butchered according to specific Islamic guidelines.

Another halal restaurant on campus “would be tremendously amazing. Not only would the business do well due to the major Muslim population that attends Mason, but [Mason] would also be showing how they accept and don’t judge,” senior Rabia Ansari said.

Mason would also be the first Virginia university to have a Steak ‘n Shake on campus, Kraner said.

“It’ll definitely help set Mason apart from other campuses, since campuses have their own unique food options.

We’ll finally have our own to brag about,” junior Andrew Deperio said.

The renovations are a result of direct feedback from Mason students, faculty and staff via surveys.

“Survey results revealed respondents were looking for speedy service, ethnic options, made to order customizable foods, interactive service lines, open kitchen formats and food trucks,” Lundquist said.

A Steak ‘n Shake food truck parked by the JC will be available during construction. There will also be a new permanent food truck addition to campus.

“We purchased a food truck called The Hungry Patriot, and during the renovations it’ll be there for lunch and dinner. After that we’ll be using [and sharing] it with Mason Athletics for sporting events,” Mark Arnold, general manager of retail operations for Mason Dining, said.

however. Jorge’s will be replaced by a surprise vendor which will not be operated by Sodexo.

Changes to JC dining have already occurred in recent years. Jorge’s, Freshens and Panera were all new additions in 2014.

The JC renovations are expected to be completed by the end of summer, just in time for students coming back to start the Fall 2017 semester. In the meantime, students can also enjoy Dunkin’ Donuts, opening in Tidewater this March.

“The university does periodic renovations. Each brand has internal time period requirements before they have to do a renovation,” Arnold said.

In addition to the new JC renovations, another food option, Freshii, will be available in the new Academic VII building.

Freshii offers juices, salads, burritos and soups, to name a few items.

According to a press release, Bonus Dollars, Freedom funds, Mason Money and cash/card will all be accepted at both food trucks. Other specialty food trucks will pop in to campus for a limited time as well.

Not all changes have been announced, (NATALIA KOLENKO/ FOURTH ESTATE)

Mason Pride Alliance rally Students hold rally in wake of anti-LGBTQ Virginia bill MIA WISE | ASSISTANT CAMPUS EDITOR

The Mason Pride Alliance, along with Transgender Queer Mason and Arrows

and Aces, organized a rally Feb. 7.

These organizations, which are communities for LGBTQ students but welcome all identities, held this rally to raise awareness of a recent bill, HB2025, that was passed in the Virginia House of Delegates.

HB2025 states that no person will be forced to accept a same-sex marriage or punished for not accepting the marriage if it goes against their religious or moral beliefs, according to Virginia’s legislative information system website.

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Those who attended the rally started conversations about how they felt about

the bill, which passed the House Feb. 2 and passed the senate Feb. 16.

“To me it’s important to build community and to learn about the bills that are going through the House that might make life harder for queer people in Virginia and trans people,” graduate student Anne Bolgiano said.

Some students took the rally as an opportunity to connect with others in the community and have their voices heard.

“This rally is extremely important to me because, especially with the current political climate, it’s important that we get our voices heard and shown to people that are higher up,” sophomore Mallory Vaughan said. “A lot of us feel like we’re lost and a lot of us, our rights are being trampled on as people, and

it’s extremely important that we get our voices out there and the people know what we’re about.”

LGBTQ people, some fear LGBTQ rights could be restricted or revoked in the next four years.

HB2025 will be reviewed by the Senate committee in the coming weeks. In response to the bill, Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe vowed to veto any bill that discriminates against LGBTQ people.

“It’s kind of terrifying honestly, but I feel like if we keep on moving and make sure our voices are heard and make sure that they know that we’re here and we don’t shut up then hopefully we can try to make a difference,” Vaughan said.

“I know that especially Pence has a long history of being extremely anti-LGBT rights. I mean, being a pansexual woman myself and my girlfriend is transgender, whatever policies they want to put forward, chances are they’re not going to be very good, especially for people like me and people like my girlfriend,” Vaughan said.

Although the Trump administration has not proposed many bills aimed at

Mason has an anti-discrimination policy that protects the LGBTQ students here on campus, but the Pride Alliance stressed that students cannot thrive if they are refused service off campus.

“We will not stand for this targeted attack on the rights of the LGBTQ community,” the Pride Alliance said on their Instagram.

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Thursday

Friday 2/24

2/25 & 2/26

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Spring 2017 Career Fair 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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MAPS GMU blood drive 1:30 p.m.

The Hub Ballroom

Yoga for Well-Being 12:00 p.m.

JC G34- Dance Studio, Free

Saturday, 2/25 The National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine 8:00 p.m.

Hylton Perfoming Arts Center (HPAC) Merchant Hall, Science and Technology, Free for students upon request

Improv Jam 7:00 p.m.

JC George's, Free

TEDx Discussion Event 5:30 p.m.

JC 336 Meeting Room F, Free

African Student Association open mic 6:00 p.m.

JC Bistro, Free

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Midterm Progress Reports Screening: "The Creators"

Resume Clinic 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

SUB 1, 3400 Prepare for the Fair Workshop 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

SUB 1, 3B

Hispanic Student Association Karaoke Night 7:00 p.m.

Screening: "Ex Machina" The Hub Ballroom 6:00 p.m.

JC Cinema, Free

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2/23

Music Productions Club concert 7:30 p.m.

JC Bistro, Free

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Men's Volleyball vs. St. Francis 7:00 p.m.

RAC, Free with Mason ID Sunday, 2/26 Julian Lage & Chris Eldridge 6:00 p.m.

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Horoscopes ARIES (Mar. 21 to Apr. 19) You’re correct to want to help someone who seems to need assistance. But be careful that he or she isn’t pulling the wool over those gorgeous Sheep’s eyes. You need more facts.

TAURUS (Apr. 20 to May 20) Your bovine optimism soon will dispel the gloom cast by those naysayers and pessimists who still hover close by. Also, that good news you recently received is part of a fuller message to come.

Ingredients

Preparation

2 lb. beef round center cut, bottom roast 1-2 tablespoons olive oil 1 24-oz can diced tomatoes 1 cup red wine 2 carrots thinly sliced 1 onion diced 4 large tablespoons tomato paste 1 Cup Beef or Chicken Stock 2 bay leaves 4 cloves garlic, minced 3 teaspoons salt and pepper 8 ounces uncooked pasta, such as penne 8 ounces mushrooms, cleaned thinly sliced 3 sprigs of rosemary, finely chopped 4-5 sprigs of fresh thyme, finely chopped ½ cup ricotta cheese (for garnish) Parmesan cheese (for garnish) 3 tablespoons chopped parsley (for garish)

1.) Season the meat with 1 teaspoons salt & 2 teaspoons pepper, then braise on all sides.

2.) Add all ingredients into crock-pot except for the pasta, ricotta, Parmesan and mushrooms. Cook on high for 5-51/2 hours.

3.) Remove meat from the crock-pot, let it cool slightly and pull and set aside (remove any fat and discard).

4.) Cook mushrooms in large sauce pan with 1 tablespoon of olive oil for 3 minutes a side.

5.) Then add all the juice from the crock pot into the saucepan, remove the bay leaves and bring to a simmer. Now add uncooked pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is done to likeness (stir occasionally to ensure the pasta cooks evenly).

6.) Add pulled meat to the sauce, and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

7.) Serve with dollops of ricotta cheese and enjoy!

Recipe from Holly Sander on Foodista.com - The Cooking Encyclopedia Everyone Can Edit.

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GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Feeling jealous over a colleague’s success drains the energy you need to meet your own challenges. Wish him or her well, and focus on what you need to do. Results start to show in mid-March.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You’re likely to feel somewhat crabby these days, so watch what you say, or you could find yourself making lots of apologies. Your mood starts to brighten by the weekend.

LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Your pride might still be hurting from those unflattering remarks someone made about you. But cheer up, you’re about to prove once again why you’re the top cat in whatever you do.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) A misunderstanding with a co-worker could become a real problem unless it’s resolved soon. Allow a third party to come in and assess the situation without pressure or prejudice.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) Call a family meeting to discuss the care of a loved one at this difficult time. Be careful not to let yourself be pushed into shouldering the full burden on your own.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) An upcoming decision could open the way to an exciting venture.

However, there are some risks you should know about. Ask more questions before making a commitment.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Personal matters need your attention during the earlier part of the week. You can start to shift your focus to your workaday world by midweek. Friday brings news.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) You’ve been going at a hectic pace for quite a while. It’s time now for some much-needed rest and recreation to recharge those hardworking batteries.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) This is a good time to upgrade your current skills or consider getting into an entirely different training program so that you can be prepared for new career opportunities.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to Mar. 20) Keep a low profile in order to avoid being lured away from the job at hand.

Focus on what has to be done, and do it.

There’ll be time later to enjoy fun with family and friends. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.