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Bulldog madness comes up short Improbable run comes to an end with 53-38 defeat

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SOPHOMORE MORGAN REID (left) defends Creighton’s Carli Tritz. REID (right) tries to get away from the Bluejay defense. Reid finished the game with 10 points and four rebounds for the Bulldogs. Drake defeated Evansville, Illinois State and Wichita State to reach the MVC tournament championship against Creighton on Sunday. The Bulldogs lost to Creighton 53-38.

by Eduardo Zamarripa

Sports Editor eduardo.tamezzamarripa@drake.edu

Coming into the 2012 State Farm Missouri Valley Conference Women’s Basketball Championship, the Bulldogs knew exactly what they needed to do to win the tournament: Win four games in four days. Boy, did they come close.

The Bulldogs’ improbable run to the MVC tournament final ended Sunday afternoon with a 53-38 defeat to the fourth-seeded Creighton Bluejays.

Drake trailed for most of the game but was able to trim the deficit to 39-36 after a lay-up by freshman Kyndal Clark with over five minutes to go. But the Bulldogs did not get closer than that the rest of the way.

Creighton closed out the game on a 14-2 run to claim the MVC title and an automatic berth to the NCAA Tournament.

Sophomore Carli Tritz led the way for the Bluejays with 19 points, five rebounds and four assists.

The loss put the Bulldogs record at 18-15. Thanks to its terrific run to the championship and a strong nonconference schedule, Drake has a shot at a National Invitational Tournament (NIT) bid.

The first half was an evenly matched affair, with both teams struggling to get going on offense.

The Bulldogs, who were the seventh seed in the tournament, jumped out to an early 4-0 lead thanks to a

jumper by senior Rachael Hackbarth and a lay-up by sophomore Morgan Reid.

The Bluejays responded with a 7-0 run to take a three-point lead. After that, things started getting really tight for both squads.

On one side, Creighton applied terrific ball pressure on the perimeter and kept Hackbarth off the block.

But on the other end, Drake forced Creighton to settle with three-point attempts. Creighton made only three of its 13 attempts from behind the arc in the first half.

After seven lead changes, the Bluejays closed out the half on a small 5-0 run to take a 20-16 lead into the break. The difference in the first half might have been the Bulldogs’ seven turnovers to the Bluejays’ four turnovers.

Drake committed more turnovers than field goals (5) in the first half and went the last 5:37 of the half without converting a field goal. The Bulldogs shot 21.7 percent from the field, while the Bluejays shot 28 percent in the first half.

The Bluejays got off to a good start in the second half, nailing a three-pointer to extend their lead to 23-16.

Drake responded with a 6-0 run highlighted by a jumper from Morgan Reid and a lay-up by senior Amber Wollschlager to cut the lead to 23-22. That’s the closest Drake would get to Creighton in the second half.

Creighton fought back with a decisive 14-0 run that featured a pair from three-pointers to take its biggest

Biking at all hours to end the word

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MEMBERS OF PI KAPPA PHI FRATERNITY camped in Helmick Commons last week to raise awareness for their philanthropy, Push America. The men of PiKapp rode stationary bicycles for 50 hours and had over 700 signatures on the board pictured above. They started biking at 10 a.m. on March 7, and ended at noon on March 9.

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lead of the game at 37-22.

The Bluejays made five of their nine three-point attempts in the second half.

But much like they did this tournament, Drake was able to fight back and go on a run.

The Bulldogs responded with a 14-2 run of their own to make things interesting. Hackbarth got things going again with an old fashioned threepoint play. Reid sank a pair of short jumpers, before redshirt freshman Carly Grenfell converted on a threepointer to cut the lead to five.

After a Creighton timeout, Clark converted on a lay-up and got fouled as well. Clark missed the free throw and that’s the closest Drake got the rest of the way, 39-36.

Hackbarth led the way for the Bulldogs with her 25th double-double of the year, finishing with 15 points and 14 rebounds.

Reid finished with 10 points and four rebounds. Clark dished out five assists to go with two points.

The Bulldogs’ run to the MVC championship featured three tight contests in three days.

On Thursday, Drake was able to sneak by 10th seeded Evansville with a 52-48 win.

On Friday, Drake took on the second seed of the tournament, Illinois State. The Bulldogs trailed for most of the game, including an eight-point deficit late in the game. But Drake fought back and it was Clark giving the Bulldogs the victory with her lastsecond lay-up to oust ISU 56-54.

On Saturday, the Bulldogs took

on the three seed, Wichita State. The Bulldogs never trailed and hit their first six three-point attempts to build a 12-point lead at the half. The lead grew to as many as 18 in the second half. Drake withstood a furious rally

by the Shockers and held on for a 56-52 win to earn a spot in the title game.

Hackbarth is MVC player of the year Rachael Hackbarth was named the 2012 Jackie Stiles Missouri Valley Conference Player of the Year on Thursday.

Hackbarth garnered MVC Player of the Week honors on six different occasions this season, becoming just the second player in MVC history to do so.

She leads the MVC in three different major categories: points (19.1), rebounds (11.6) and field goal percentage (53 percent).

She has scored in double-digits for the Bulldogs in 32 of the 33 games this season and has collected doubledigits in rebounds in 25 games.

First steps for Relays concert, FYI bylaw changes adjust intern roles for next year

by Lauren Ehrler

Staff Writer lauren.ehrler@drake.edu

Student Senate will help fund the Court Avenue concert on April 27, but it will do so in a larger way than suggested by the Student Fees and Allocation Committee.

The downtown concert has become an annual Relays event and is presented by the Student Activities Board. This year’s concert will feature the Super Mash Bros.

SFAC recommended Senate allocate $2,500 to help offset costs associated with the concert, but Senate voted to amend the motion to allocate the full $5,000 originally requested by SAB. The motion then passed by acclamation.

“This is a very hard event to plan,” Sen. Michael Riebel said.

“You don’t just appeal to the student body but the whole community. To get this one-time funding is crucial to keep this event climbing.”

Three other campus organizations also received allocations in last Thursday’s session.

Habitat for Humanity was allocated $813 for travel costs associated with an alternative spring break

service trip to Colorado. The Drake Sportsman’s Club was allocated $420 for registration costs associated with attending Iowa State University’s Spring Shoot. The Drake Pharmacy United Group of Students organization was allocated $1,701.63 to cover equipment and supply costs required to host the Drake University Campus

Health Screening.

Student Senate also passed two bylaw amendments that will make noticeable changes this fall.

The First-Year Interest Committee Amendment will change the bylaws to read that each member of the FYI committee will now be assigned to “shadow and assist” a senator atlarge, similar to the current intern positions.

FYI committee member Natalie Larson expressed the current com-

mittee’s support of the motion.

“The whole FYI is on board for this change,” Larson said. “We think it will strengthen FYI as a whole and Senate as a whole.”

However, by combining the responsibilities of the FYI committee and the senator interns, the change would ultimately eliminate 10 positions from Student Senate. Vice President of Student Life Matt Van Hoeck addressed this issue, but he said that he felt the result would be positive.

“What this does is creates 10 very engaged students,” Van Hoeck said.

“It’s removing 10 positions, but I think it’s a really good change.”

Also, The Student Affairs Handbook Amendment to Address Ad Hoc Organizations was changed to ease the process for temporary organizations to form in order to “carry out a specified task” and then “cease to exist once it is completed.”

This mostly applies to collegiate political candidate organizations.

“It basically comes around every four years when there is an election,” Organizational Sen. Alex Hendzel said.

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news TOO HOT TO HANDLE 10:46 a.m. March 7 Security and the Des Moines Fire Department responded to Olin Hall because of a fire alarm. It was determined the alarm was coming from the pent house. Facilities services arrived and a bad heat sensor was located. On the same date at 5:17 p.m. a second fire alarm report came into the security office for the same alarm.

Facilities replaced the sensor at this time.

7:02 p.m. March 7 Security and the Des Moines Police Department responded to the 1300 block of 33rd Street on a report of a robbery of a Drake student. The male student stated he was walking in the 1300 block of 33rd Street when a male adult about 6 feet, 200 pounds, wearing a hooded black sweatshirt approached him and asked for money and cigarettes. When the victim told him he did not have any money or cigarettes, the suspect punched him and kicked him, and the victim fell to the ground. The suspect then took the victim’s wallet and ran from the scene. Medics were called but the victim refused treatment. Security and police checked the area for the suspect, but he was not located.

9:50 p.m. March 7 A male Drake student came into the Security office to report that his MacBook Pro was stolen out of his residence hall. He did not wish to file a police report.

5 p.m. March 7 A female Drake student came into the security office to report she had received some harassing phone calls from an unknown male last week.

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Seeing the turmoil up close and personal

by Meagan Flynn

Staff Writer meagan.flynn@drake.edu

On Feb. 1, in Port Said, Egypt, 73 people were killed at a rivalry soccer match with little intervention from police.

On Feb. 2, thousands protested in Cairo’s Tahrir Square and elsewhere over the Egyptian government’s lack of legitimacy and lack of control during the bloodiest soccer match since 1996.

On Feb. 4, the death toll amounted to 12 protesters who partook in the street fighting.

And on May 15, 38 Drake students will travel to the heart of Egypt to study abroad for three weeks.

Mahmoud Hamad, assistant professor in the department of politics and international relations, said many precautions have been taken to ensure the students’ safe trip.

Hamad and fellow coordinators have changed the location of their Sheridan hotel to a more secure neighborhood, further from Tahrir Square, and changed domestic transportation from train to airplane.

Heads up Drake University!

They also requested additional security from the Egyptian government and increased the number of faculty members on the trip from two to three.

“I don’t expect it to be dangerous, but I usually err on the side of caution,” Hamad said. “I have no problem with Cairo and (the protesting); I just don’t want to be in a situation I can’t control.”

Hamad said that if the protest is not too large, there is a chance he might allow the students to go see it.

Last year, students were able to briefly visit Tahrir Square to witness the protest. The Egyptian uprising has been consistent since January 2011.

“Our hotel was only a few miles away from Tahrir Square. We drove past it a few different times,” said Mandi Plagman, a senior accounting and information systems major who went on the trip last summer. “We witnessed a lot of the aftermath of the protesting such as graffiti and the burnt building in downtown Cairo. I remember one day we were scheduled to be in Cairo, but there were rumors about another large protest, so we had to leave the city for the day

Port Said, Egypt, 73 people were killed at a rivalry soccer match with little intervention from police.

There will be no issue of the TD on Thursday, March 15 because of spring break. Our next issue will be March 29.

>>>>> CAMPUS CALENDAR >> Monday, March 12 WHAT: Drake Symphony Orchestra WHERE: Sheslow Auditorium WHEN: 7:30 p.m.

>> Tuesday, March 13 WHAT: Generational Networking WHERE: Meredith Hall 101 WHEN: 5 p.m.

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just in case.”

Plagman said she did feel safe due to the protection provided by the Egyptian security, who will also play a big role in this year’s trip. Two armed guards accompanied the group of 28, and this summer, Hamad has requested to increase that number.

“At first, it was strange to have them with us. When we were in crowded areas, they would rush us along, but when we were in more secluded areas, they were more relaxed,” Plagman said. “I was glad they were there. I felt much safer knowing they were looking out for us.”

The trip will consist of trips to the pyramids, the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, the Bibliotheca Alexandria, the Valley of the Kings, the White Desert National Park and Cairo University, among others.

“I think what’s going on is hopefully going to make our students better understand democracy and appreciate what we have in the states,” Hamad said. “Hopefully they will be more engaged when they come back… I have no doubt (the trip is) going to be a smashing success.”

The death toll amounted to 12 protesters who partook in the street fighting.

Feb. 1, 2012

Feb. 4

Feb. 2 Protests erupt in Tahrir Square and all over Egypt over the government’s lack of control during the soccer match

May 15 Drake students will travel to the heart of Egypt to study abroad for three weeks.

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Cereal meets waffle for breakfast treat Hubbell Trouble presents honey nut and banana waffles We miss having cereal at our availability throughout all meal times, so when we have the opportunity to use it, you better believe that we are going to put it in everything. This week, our beloved waffle was no exception.

First, get around a half-cup of Honey Nut Cheerios and begin crushing them.

Once you are satisfied with the consistency, mix them into some waffle batter.

It may seem obvious, but stirring plays a vital role in this mixture. Make sure you do it with justice. Then (spoiler alert), make the waffle with the batter you just mixed.

While you’re waiting for it to cook, start chopping a banana into beautiful slivers. We like our food pretty. Also, steal the bottle of honey located with the condiments back by the panini maker. While you’re back there, grab some more Honey Nut Cheerios.

When the waffle maker starts making that horrible screeching noise, please promptly retrieve it. Nobody likes a person that lets that beeping go on. Once you have the waffle in possession safely at your table, it is time for the toppings.

Place the bananas in an aesthetically pleasing way (the more the better).

Then, keep it going by garnishing it with even more Honey Nut Cheerios and drizzling it with the honey. Lastly, don’t forget to put the honey back. We’re probably looking for it.

Next time the omelet line is too long and you know your friends are probably going to leave you because you are taking forever, there is something easy you can make in a timely manner. Not to mention, they will be impressed by your food creativity.

photo by HILARY HAMILTON

KENZIE KRAMER & HILARY HAMILTON | COLUMNISTS

Kramer is a sophomore broadcast journalism major and can be contacted at mackenzie.kramer@drake.edu.

Hamilton is a sophomore advertising major and can be contacted at hilary.hamilton@drake.edu

That’s all, folks, Hubbell Trouble

Students ready to finally spring into spring break Ways to make the most of your spring break, don’t sleep time away At last, we’ve reached the final week before spring break. For those of you who have survived the pressure of midterms thus far, I commend you.

As the days are eagerly marked off the calendar, the excitement builds. Honestly, who among us would say that we’re not yearning for a week without tests, pop quizzes and projects? Sure, we’ll probably have some reading or some other mundane assignment to work on over break, but we’ll have seven whole days to get it done.

Until we reach the magic hour when break begins, that sadistic grindstone is our master. I envy (and despise a little) the fortunate few of you who have already completed your midterms. The rest of us will be silently stressing over our textbooks waiting for our brains to explode.

Instead of letting the grindstone rule you, take control. Don’t wait until midnight to start studying for a midterm you have at nine the next morning. I recommend the three-day study method. Day One: Review half your material. Day Two: Go over the first half again and then move on to the second half. Day Three: Reserve a few hours to go through both sections. Hopefully, spreading your studying over a few days (if not more) will help you retain the information and will keep you from tearing your hair out.

Once you get through the necessary evil of studying, you’ll be prepared for your midterms. Feel free to celebrate at this point

or collapse on the floor in relief; whatever works. After you’re through with your happy dance, or with picking yourself up off the ground, it will officially be time for break.

Some of you, like me, are fortunate enough to be going somewhere on vacation. If this is the case, you’re probably bursting with excitement. Who doesn’t enjoy exploring new places? Personally, I’m just thrilled to be getting some variation in the normal school routine.

Even those of you who are just going home or hanging out here for an extra week can cut loose (not too loose, though) for a few days. Contrary to what I’ve heard from several people, a break from school does not have to result in a week’s hibernation.

Put that blanket and pillow away during daylight hours. Yes, fellow college students, I’m recommending that you don’t spend all of your leisure hours locked in a dark room. We’re not vampires (most of us anyway), so it is safe to venture outside when the sun is out.

Even if you live in the most boring town where absolutely nothing happens, you can still find something to do over spring break. For many of us, money is tight, which rules out quite a few activities. However, lacking funds does not mean you should fall victim to a black hole of boredom.

Keep yourself occupied. Do some work around the house or dorm. Get started on that great American novel you secretly have always wanted to write. Take up a hobby like scrapbooking or

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woodworking.

If you’re fresh out of things to do around the house, may I recommend checking out the places in your area with free admission? Thanks to this wonderful site called Free-Attractions.com, the heavy lifting has been done for you. All you have to do is select the state you’re in and voila! A plethora of options await you.

Though it may be a relief to have nothing to do for a few days, don’t just sleep the time away. I challenge you to do something constructive and new over your spring break. Chances are that it will make the time worthwhile.

EMILY HECKER | COLUMNIST

Hecker is a first-year magazines and writing double major and can be contacted at emily.hecker@drake.edu

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In reference to my column last week, “Hubbell rebuttal - complaining about complaining,” I need to be clear about a few things. The opinions stated in that column were mine only. I did not collaborate with anyone — at Sodexo or elsewhere — to write this column, nor did anyone have responsibility of this column but me. I am in no way a representative opinion of Sodexo at any level. I wrote this article using my own information and opinions, so please do not take these opinions I wrote as a statement from Sodexo because they are not. These views are my own and Sodexo does not endorse anything I wrote.

I apologize for any misconceptions my column may have created on this matter. It was purely meant as a piece coming from my point of view and my point of view only.

Thank you, Eryn Swain

STAFF EDITORIAL • Spring break is finally here. But get ready, the rest of the semester is about to fly by.

• There’s been a bit of a lull in terms of on-campus events recently.

Big events are coming up after break including Dogtown After Hours, Relay for Life and, of course, Drake Relays.

• Drake University, home of Rachael Hackbarth, MVC Player of the Year. That never gets old.

Swain can be contacted at eryn.swain@drake.edu

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The men’s basketball team will be competing in the CIT postseason tournament beginning this Wednesday against North Dakota at 7:05 p.m. at the Knapp Center. Support your team by attending this week’s game.

Places to visit on Inger soll Av enue Venture down the road to experience the different restaurants and shops on Ingersoll Ave.

by Steph Griffith

Staff Writer stephanie.griffith@drake.edu

Bistro Montage 2724 Ingersoll Ave. College typically means living on a budget, but if you’re going to splurge it might as well be on authentic French food. The white-table cloth restaurant is the perfect place for a special occasion such as a birthday or anniversary. Two pre-fixed three-course menus are offered for those who want the full experience without the large price.

Hours: Tues.-Thurs. 5-10 p.m.

Fri.-Sat. 5-11 p.m.

515-557-1924

Zzz Records 2200 Ingersoll Ave.

CDs, cassettes, or vinyl — however you listen to your music, Des Moines’s oldest independent music store carries it. This music-lover’s paradise stocks about 12,000 LPs to browse. The small space and friendly, knowledgeable staff turns a trip to find some records into an adventure. For the hardcore collectors, Zzz sponsors the Des Moines Music Collector’s Convention four times a year.

Check out the website for more information: www.zzzrecords.com.

Hours: Sun.-Mon. 12-6 p.m

Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

515-284-1401

Big Tomato Pizza 2613 Ingersoll Ave. For those who like to forgo the traditional cheese or pepperoni pizza and mix things up, then Big Tomato Pizza Co. offers just that. With the exception of calzones and Italian fries, freshly made pizza is the only thing on the menu.

That does not make the decision-making process any easier. Big Tomato offers two types of crust, four types of sauce and 35 toppings. Don’t feel like making your own? Try a house specialty pizza — chilli dog pizza or potato and onion ring. If you’re unable to make the short drive over, then just give them a call.

They deliver “almost anywhere” for free until 3 a.m.

Hours: 11– 3 a.m. daily 515-288-7227

Bauder Pharmacy 3802 Ingersoll Ave. Originally started by the first female licensed pharmacist in the state, Bauder Pharmacy has evolved to include a café that serves a small, yet classic menu. The family-run business offers traditional salads, sandwiches and pizzas.

Over the years, however, the homemade ice cream has attracted fame. In 1984, “People” magazine named the strawberry ice cream as one of the best in the country. Check it out.

Hours: M-F 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sun. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

515-255-2021

Ancient Ways 3029 Ingersoll Ave.

Yacht Club 2617 Ingersoll Ave. You know it’s a dive bar when the name doesn’t make sense. The Yacht Club’s interior may lack the sophistication of a yacht, but the relaxed atmosphere and happy hour special overrides that. Check out the daily happy hour from 3-6 p.m. that includes $2 draft beer.

Interested in exploring your spiritual side? This eclectic shop is a good place to start. In addition to selling incense, herbs, ethnic drums, jewelry, etc., you have the opportunity to meet with a spiritual mentor, Jo “Mariah” VonStein who blends ancient practice with the psychological insights of C.G. Jung. Seasonal classes are also offered ranging from tarot reading to the practices of Wicca. For a list of current classes and times check out the website: ancientwaysdsm.com.

Hours: Mon. 4-6 p.m.

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ONE hosts benefit concert at Mars Café Event supports clean water and sanitation improvements

by Katie Ericson

Staff Writer katie.ericson@drake.edu

Mars Café is usually a place for studying and relaxing. It’s quirky with an exposed ventilation pipe running through the restaurant and local art on display. Normally, the café is filled with students’ chatter, the whirs of blenders and orders called from the counter. Senior Abigail Koehler was studying like any other night but admitted that last Thursday night was special.

“I decided to stay longer because of this event,” Koehler said.

That night, a new noise filled Mars. Drake’s Brocal Chords, a male a cappella group, opened a benefit concert at 7 p.m. The nine students sang five songs, ending with “Fly Like an Eagle.” Before leaving, they stated how glad they were to help ONE. The non-profit organization ONE hosted the concert at Mars, called the Clean Cause Concert. The purpose was to fundraise for clean water and

sanitation improvements in developing countries, especially in Africa.

This project is not limited to Drake’s campus, however. Drake is only one chapter of the entire global organization. The clean cause campaign originated in the United Nations, as one of the group’s millennium development goals. Officials are hoping to complete this project by 2015. Its aim is to cut in half the proportion of the world’s population without access to sanitation.

In order to reach this goal, Drake’s ONE chapter had $2 raffle tickets for Starbucks and Gazali’s gift cards along with a T-shirt, silver metal water bottles for $5 and accepted donations.

Donors were also given a free white water bottle with ONE stamped upon it. The a cappella group also handed out small information cards at the door, as well as free white wristbands emblazoned with ONE. The cards explained that a fiveminute shower here in the U.S. takes more water than what a person in a developing country’s slum would use

in a day. On the back of the card, it said that every dollar a person invested toward water and sanitation had the effect of eight in that country.

Therefore, with the help of another organization — water.org — a donor can provide someone in a developing country with a life supply of clean water for life for $25.

Yet this project is not ONE’s only goal. Junior Megan Berberich, the political liaison of ONE, also mentioned the organization’s phone project.

Near the door was a box with a single slot in it. It was for old cell phones that people no longer used. ONE will give these phones to doctors, who will give them to their pregnant patients so that they could stay in contact as a woman’s due date grows near.

These two projects may seem unrelated, but the president of the chapter, senior Elsa Becker, explained it to the audience after Brocal Chords’s performance.

“Its (ONE’s) goal is to promote global health issues,” Becker said.

Though this chapter is only two

years old, ONE is working steadily toward its goal.

“I think small actions really do make a difference,” Becker said.

The group previously worked with Oxfam America, an antipoverty organization, to hold a banquet on World AIDS day, which is Dec. 1. In April, there will be an event for Health Centers in Rwanda. It will be a walkathon in Drake Stadium. There will also be a band and possible businesses that will match ONE’s donations.

There are no requirements to join this organization.

“I joined because I’ve been to the Middle East, so I have a personal connection,” junior Paul Irwin said.

If you are interested in ONE, the group holds meetings every Sunday at 9 p.m. in the Pomerantz Conference Center.

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Get the sun-kissed glow.

Stay away from the tanning beds - tanning can increase the risk of skin cancer by nearly 75 percent. But there’s nothing wrong with a spray tan. Go to a local salon and get a spray tan midway through the week so that it looks natural by the time you get back to school but hasn’t faded yet.

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Find local hot spots to explore and take tourist-like pictures.

Even if you’re not taking on some new, exciting city, there’s got to be some random hot-spots to check out that you’ve never visited before. This could be a hole-in-the-wall restaurant, a small shop or a scenic location (like the Pappajohn Sculpture Park). Do a little bit of exploring and you’ll surely find something worth while.

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Treat yourself.

You may not be on some tropical island but there’s nothing saying you can’t drink something fruity, indulge in that expensive meal or buy yourself a souvenir. Allow yourself to splurge just a little bit this week and buy yourself something fun just because you can.

Relax.

Spend some “you-time.” You could get a massage, if it’s nice outside you could lay out somewhere, don’t set an alarm in the morning and just relax. While spring break is often seen as a time for crazy vacations – Panama Beach style – there’s nothing like a little bit of time doing nothing.

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Every 20 seconds, a child dies from a water-related illness.

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Almost two in every three people who need safe drinking water survive on less than $2 a day and one in three on less than $1 a day.

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More than three times more people lack water than live in the United States.

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More people have a mobile phone than a toilet. information from water.org

Fake a spring break Going home for spring break this year? Or sticking around the Des Moines area? Maybe you’re not going on an extravagant, tropical vacation but you can fool everyone with these tips to fake a spring break. Come back to school with the stories, the photos and the experience to share without having to travel hundreds of miles.

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by Elizabeth Robinson Managing Editor tdfeatsopsed@gmail.com

Staying in DSM? Check out these hot spots in DSM this week!

• Gray’s Lake Go for a walk, rent a boat or have a picnic.

Gray’s Lake is a great place to spend a nice spring day.

• SkyZone This new indoor trampoline park features trampolines not only on the floors, but on the walls as well. This would be a great way to get your daily dose of exercise while having fun.

• Sports in DSM Check out the Iowa Barnstormers arena football team, the Iowa Energy basketball team and the DSM Buccaneers as they compete this week. Also keep an eye out for the NCAA Women’s Basketball Sweet 16 tournament at Wells Fargo Arena beginning on Saturday, March 24.

A celebration of Drake’s cultural diversity

by Selchia Cain

Staff Writer selchia.cain@drake.edu

The celebration of culture pulsated through the crowd, as the bold sound of the African drums echoed throughout Olmsted. The fragrance of food from a foreign land filled the air.

Last Saturday night, the African Student Association hosted its fifth annual African Renaissance Night.

For the last four years, ASA has held African Renaissance Night on Pomerantz Stage, but with attendance growing every year, this year’s celebration moved to Parents Hall. Even with the increased amount of space, it was standing room only.

ASA added a twist this year to increase its audience’s cultural experience by providing traditional African cuisine.

“As you look at the menu and find that there are too many consonants and not enough vowels, try it anyway because it’s all delicious,” said Emmanuel Adewo, who was the emcee for the evening.

The crowd was electrifying and eager to participate in the festivities, especially when volunteers were asked to join on stage to perform with the Afriky Lolo dance group from St. Louis.

“It’s an eye-opening experience where you’re exposed to a different culture entirely,” senior Reynold Lim said. “Their dance and music just moves you.”

African Renaissance Night was not simply a Drake attended event. It was also well represented by the Des Moines community.

“I’ve never heard of Drake hosting anything like this, so it took me by surprise to know that this is their fifth year hosting the event,” Des

Moines resident Odessa Peake said. “And the fact that it is free shows a big commitment on Drake’s part and speaks a lot about how Drake supports cultural diversity.”

Diversity was even represented in the performances. There were several performances throughout the night, but the most popular were performances by Drake’s very own Brocal Chords, by the Innah Dance Crew — performing belly dancing styles from North Africa — and by the fashion show, which showcased different print patterns and dress styles from across Africa.

“It was wonderful and authentic; it exposed people to true African culture beyond the stereotypes that they are usually exposed to,” incoming provost Dr. Deneese Jones said.

Drake students traveling to Uganda, a part of the Sustainable Development in Sub-Saharan Africa course, sold artwork by Uganda batik artist Godfrey Kalungi. This May, the sixth group of Drake students will travel to Uganda and will partner with the local non-profit Shinning City foundation for two service learning projects in Uganda. All of the money this group raised last Saturday will go towards building a clinic and purchasing learning materials for special needs children while in Uganda.

African Renaissance Night is an award-winning event. It has been recognized by the Drake community in past years, and it was awarded the “Drake Diversity Program of the Year.”

The event has also received publicity in the Des Moines Register.

“It was fascinating, riveting,” said Drake’s first lady Maddy Maxwell. “The whole night was filled with a lot of life, and (you) come out filling great.”

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TEAM OF THE WEEK

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This week, we won’t be celebrating an individual performance, but rather a team performance. Congratulations to the women’s basketball squad for their incredible run at the MVC tournament. The Bulldogs came up short in the title game, but won three games in three days prior to that. What a performance.

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

Bulldogs shock WSU and ISU to reach MVC final After defeating Evansville in the opening round, the Bulldogs seized their momentum

by Taylor Soule

Photo Editor tdphoto@gmail.com

Drake fans didn’t gaze at the scoreboard. Or the game clock. Or the referees. Or head coach Amy Stephens.

Kyndal Clark’s elated expression captured their attention.

With seven seconds remaining, Clark charged the length of Family Arena and then drove the rim for a layup, giving Drake a 56-54 upset win over No. 2 Illinois State on Friday night. The Bulldogs advanced to the State Farm Missouri Valley Championship semifinal round for the first time since 2009.

In semifinal play on Saturday afternoon, Drake notched another upset victory over No. 3 Wichita State, 56-52.

Again, Clark nailed the game’s final shots, sinking two free throws to secure Drake’s third victory in three days.

Entering Friday’s second round showdown versus Illinois State, Stephens anticipated another promising matchup.

“Even though we were the seventh seed, we liked our matchups,” she said.

The night before facing Illinois State, Drake narrowly dropped No. 10 Evansville for the third time in the 2011-12 season, 52-48.

“We felt really confident we could do it again,” Stephens said. “We did a really good job of executing the game plan.”

Against Evansville, the Bulldogs boasted 44 percent shooting from the floor. On the defensive front, Drake registered a whopping seven steals.

With Thursday’s first round victory in Drake’s rearview mirror, Stephens focused her team’s mental strength for Friday’s second round matchup.

“This part of the season, the mental part is critical,” she said. “You’re playing four games in four days.”

Despite the challenging home stretch, Drake opened Friday’s upset win with confidence. After back-toback losses against Illinois State, including Jan. 20’s overtime defeat, the Bulldogs played with vengeance.

Illinois State couldn’t shake Drake’s offense early on, and the Bulldogs closed within a single possession entering the break, 27-25.

The second stanza marked a back and forth affair, and the MVC rivals traded momentum.

At the 10:46 mark, the Redbirds’ Marley Hall drained a bucket to give Illinois State a 46-38 advantage.

Drake refocused for four straight tallies to close within two possessions at 46-42.

Senior Amber Wollschlager then netted two free throws, completing a 6-0 run to edge Drake within a single basket, 46-44.

The Bulldogs hit stride defensively, leaving Illinois State scoreless for four straight minutes until Candace Sykes nailed two free throws.

Senior forward Rachael Hackbarth retaliated with a jumper, again cutting Illinois State’s lead to a single possession.

One possession later, Sykes knocked down a jumper to push the Redbirds ahead by four.

1 Missouri State 8 Bradley BU 85, SIU 67

MSU 58, BU 54

With 4:25 remaining, Wollschlager’s basket swished through the hoop, again narrowing Drake’s deficit to two points at 50-48.

Neither team scored for two straight minutes until Morgan Reid’s bucket evened the scoreboard at 50 points apiece.

Reid blocked Illinois State’s next shot, and Hackbarth grabbed the rebound.

With an opportunity to take the lead, Drake handed the ball to Wollschlager.

Wollschlager’s timely jumper swished through the hoop, giving the Bulldogs a 52-40 lead at the 1:54 mark.

Hall answered for Illinois State, tying the game at 52 points apiece with 1:22 remaining.

One play later, the Redbirds forced a Drake turnover and Sykes nailed a jumper for a 54-52 boost.

With 45 seconds left, Clark drove the length of the court for a layup, evening the scoreboard at 54 points apiece.

Clark’s quick basket sent Illinois State to the sideline for a timeout.

After the timeout, Sykes’ jumper ricocheted off the rim and Wollschlager pulled the board, giving Drake its final offensive possession.

Clark again charged the length of the court for a layup, securing Drake’s upset victory.

“Those last four points were the biggest four points of her freshman year,” Stephens said.

Clark finished with eight points and four assists.

Hackbarth led Drake with 20 points and 10 rebounds. Wollschlager contributed 15 points. Reid chipped in 11 tallies.

The Bulldogs boasted 52.1 percent shooting from the floor, including 16 assists.

For Stephens, Friday’s shocking victory was a testament to her team’s relentless play.

“It was an emotional win,” she said.

“A great effort, great tournament for our younger players especially.”

Saturday’s Wichita State matchup marked Drake’s third game in three days, and the Bulldogs opened semifinals play with an 8-2 offensive run.

Drake’s early offensive statement wasn’t finished just yet, though.

The Bulldogs powered a 16-2 run for a 30-12 advantage with 4:08 remaining.

Wichita State retaliated with an offensive push of its own, narrowing the deficit to 12 points entering halftime, 30-18.

Despite Drake’s dominant first half, the Shockers rallied within a single tally in the second half.

With just over 1:10 remaining, Wichita State’s Jessica Diamond nailed a 3-pointer to close the Shockers within a single possession at 53-52.

The game clock wound under one minute, and Wichita State fouled Kyndal Clark, sending her to the free throw line. Clark’s free throws swished through the hoop, sealing Drake’s third victory in just three days.

Clark registered 14 points against Wichita State.

Hackbarth finished with 15 points and 12 boards. Redshirt freshman Carly Grenfell chipped in 11 points.

1 Missouri State

8 Bradley

9 Southern Illinois

CU 56, MSU 47

4 Creighton CU 53, UNI 46

4 Creighton

4 Creighton

5 Northern Iowa Creighton CU 53, DU 38

2 Illinois State 7 Drake DU 52, UE 48

DU 56, ILS 54

7 Drake

7 Drake

10 Evansville

DU 56, WSU 52

3 Wichita State WSU 70, INS 49

6 Indiana State

3 Wichita State

7 Drake

CARTER OSWOOD | staff photographer REDSHIRT FRESHMAN CARLY GRENFELL shoots a free throw in the Bulldogs’ match against Creighton last Saturday. The Bulldogs defeated the Bluejays twice this season, but could not beat them for a third time to reach the NCAA Tournament.

TAYLOR SOULE | photo editor SENIOR AMBER WOLLSCHLAGER pulls-up for a jumper in the Bulldogs’ match against Creighton last Saturday.

Wollschlager is one of three seniors on the Bulldogs’ squad who hope to get an NIT bid to extend their college careers.

Bulldogs pulled-off an incredible run despite loss in the title game There’s so much that can be said about the Bulldogs’ improbable run to the MVC championship game. But as I’m writing this, I’m still trying to figure out how in the world the Bulldogs pulled-off this kind of performance.

What a team, what a performance.

Talk about having a team buy-in to a philosophy, to a brand of basketball, about a team that trusted each other every step of the way.

Drake came awfully close to accomplishing the rare feat in conference tournaments — win four games in four days. To that, I applaud this team and I applaud this coaching staff.

I said it before, if head coach Amy Stephens was able to pull this off, this would have been her best coaching job ever. Stephens might not have been able to win it all, but I’m inclined to say this title run stacks up with the Bulldogs’ magical run in 2007.

Back then, Drake was a sixth seed and incredibly shorthanded. This year, the Bulldogs were a seventh seed, young and very shorthanded.

Try and put the Bulldogs’ performance in the context of their rare circumstances. This team had two players quit along the year: junior Kayla Person and redshirt junior Brittnye McSparron. Both players were starters and a major part of the Bulldogs’ rotation.

Add to that, the injuries to talented freshman Symone Daniels and to emergent junior Stephanie Running.

This left the Bulldogs with a nine-man

roster that featured three freshmen.

Throughout the tournament, Drake played for the most part with a six-man rotation. You are telling me that this squad played four games in four days with six players? That’s incredible. Senior Rachael Hackbarth played a total of 158 minutes out of 160 minutes.

This is a team that refused to quit and refused to let adversity get the best of them.

Drake was statistically one of the worst offenses in the MVC. Their lack of outside scoring and penetration forced the Bulldogs to micro-manage possessions time and time again and to rely on the kind of attention Hackbarth attracted in the middle.

But Drake had the third-best defense in the MVC and one of the best rebounding margins. They also defend the three-point line like mad men.

Even when I consider all of that, I have no idea how Drake pulled this off.

They defeated the second and third seeds of the tournament, Illinois State and Wichita State. Both teams had owned the Bulldogs in the regular season.

That didn’t matter. Drake won ugly in every single game leading to Sunday and I loved it.

They were down by eight late in the second half against ISU and came back to win it. The Bulldogs don’t shoot a lot of three-pointers. They made their first six against Wichita State.

Against Creighton, they just could

not hit enough shots to keep up with the hot three-point shooting from the Bluejays. But they laid it all-out at all times.

I hope the Bulldogs get an NIT bid.

They have a strong non-conference schedule and reached the final of their conference tournament. That should be enough to get them in.

I wish nothing more than for this team to have a chance to keep playing.

They represented Drake with incredible poise and grit and we all need to celebrate their incredible run. Even if it didn’t end with an MVC title.

EDUARDO ZAMARRIPA | COLUMNIST Zamarripa is a junior news-Internet and English double major and can be contacted at eduardo.tamezzamarripa@drake.edu

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Drake’s winning streak halted on the road at Minnesota

by Dominic Johnson

Staff Writer dominic.johnson@drake.edu

TAYLOR SOULE | photo editor

No. 39 Drake lost its second match of the season last Friday night, as the No. 48 Minnesota Golden Gophers bested the Bulldogs 5-2. The loss ended Drake’s 12-match winning streak.

The doubles matches were an omen of things to come, as the Gophers swept all three matches. The No. 31 doubles team in the nation, Drake’s freshman Alen Salibasic and senior Cesar Bracho, couldn’t find their rhythm as the Minnesota duo of Phillip Arndt and Jack Hamburg absorbed any blow the Bulldogs gave out. Arndt and Hamburg ended up winning 8-3.

The Gophers solidified the doubles point at the third position, where junior Jean Erasmus and sophomore Robin Goodman came as close as any of the Drake squads to competing for the match. The Minnesota team of Eric Frueh and Leandro Toledo closed out the match 8-5 to give the Gophers a 1-0 advantage.

The No. 50 doubles team in the nation, Minnesota’s Rok Bonin and Julian Dehn, topped Drake juniors Anis Ghorbel and James McKie 8-4 to give the Gophers a firm grasp on the momentum of the match.

“We didn’t come out fired up enough, so that’s why we went down on all three courts,” McKie said. “There were a lot of fans close to the courts in Rochester, (Minn.), so it was a tough place to play, too.”

Things didn’t get any easier for the Bulldogs in singles either. Drake started off well on the majority of the courts, though, as the Bulldogs garnered the first set on four of the six courts. But it was Minnesota who captured the first singles match. Minnesota’s Leandro Toledo, the No. 112 player in the nation, topped Drake’s Erasmus in straight sets, 7-6 (2), 6-3 at the third singles slot to push the lead to 2-0 for the Gophers.

Freshman Ben Mullis couldn’t get things rolling for the Bulldogs at the sixth position either. Minnesota’s Mathieu Froment posted a 6-2, 6-4 win to push its lead to 3-0.

Goodman wasn’t ready to hand the match over to the Gophers, though. The Bulldog sophomore, whose only loss in

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I feel like we fought hard and unfortunately cam up short on the night. It was a real battle out there.

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- sophomore Robin Goodman

dual-match singles contests came last year against the Gophers, posted a hasty straight-set victory over Minnesota’s Hamburg. Goodman’s 6-3, 7-5 win put the Bulldogs on the scoreboard in hopes of shifting the momentum.

Following Goodman’s lead, McKie dominated Minnesota’s Arndt 6-1, 7-6 (0) at the second singles position to bring Drake within one, leaving the match in the hands of Salibasic and Ghorbel.

Salibasic and Ghorbel looked to be on track to give Drake a chance at the win, as both players won the first set.

But, the two Bulldogs let up for just a moment, and the Gophers took advantage. After winning the first set 6-1, Salibasic dropped the next two 6-4, 6-4, giving Minnesota a 4-2 lead to win the dual match. Ghorbel also lost 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (5).

“I feel like we fought hard and unfortunately came up short on the night,” Goodman said. “It was a real battle out there.”

Last year’s loss against the Gophers sparked a 15-match winning streak for the Bulldogs that led them to a Missouri Valley Conference title and a spot in the NCAA Tournament. Drake is hoping that this loss will provide a similar fire underneath them.

“This loss really hurts because as the higher ranked team, we were expected to win,” McKie said. “If we want to be a top 30 team, we have to step up in situations like this.”

The Bulldogs now have a week of practice to prepare for their Spring Break trip to Texas. Drake will take on the University of Texas — Arlington, Sacramento State and Southern Methodist University from March 19-21.

Drake’s first match is against Texas — Arlington on March 19 at 2 p.m. in Arlington, Texas.

SENIOR CESAR BRACHO awaits the serve in the Bulldogs’ match against Iowa on Feb. 29. The Bulldogs lost 5-2 to Minnesota this weekend and are now 13-2 on the year. Coming into that game, Drake had won 12 consectuive matches.

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compiled by Eduardo Zamarripa Sports Editor eduardo.tamezzamarripa@drake.edu

The women’s tennis squad won two-out-of-three matches in their three-game home stand this weekend to improve their record to 13-3.

On Friday, the Bulldogs lost to Iowa State 5-2 despite solid performances by juniors Manca Krizman and Ali Patterson in the singles slot.

On Saturday, Drake took care of Gustavus Adolphus with a clean 7-0 victory. Later on Saturday, the Bulldogs cruised to a 5-2 victory over Nebraska-Omaha.

The Bulldogs will get next weekend off before traveling to Las Vegas to take on Seattle, San Jose State, Southern Utah and Idaho State from Mar. 21 to Mar. 24.

IOWA STATE DEF. DRAKE, 5-2 SINGLES:

DOUBLES:

No. 1 Maria Fernanda Macedo (ISU) def. Klavdija Rebol (DU), 6-2, 6-1 No. 2 Manca Krizman (DU) def. Ksenia Pronina (ISU), 5-7, 6-4, 10-5 No. 3 Simona Cacciuttolo (ISU) def. Gabriela Demos (DU), 6-4, 6-4 No. 4 Meghan Cassens (ISU) def. Nell Boyd (DU), 6-2, 6-3 No. 5 Jenna Langhorst (ISU) def. Amanda Aragon (DU), 6-1, 6-3 No. 6 Ali Patterson (DU) def. Marie-Christine Chartier (ISU), 6-3, 6-2

No. 1 Langhorst/Macedo (ISU) def. Demos/Krizman (DU), 8-6 No. 2 Cacciuttolo/Pronina (ISU) def. Aragon/Boyd (DU), 8-3 No. 3 Chartier/Tessa Lang (ISU) def. Patterson/Rebol (DU), 8-4

DRAKE DEF. GUSTAVUSADOLPHUS, 7-0 SINGLES:

DOUBLES:

No. 1 Gabriela Demos (DU) def. Alex Erickson (GAC), 6-2, 6-2 No. 2 Klavdija Rebol (DU) def. Megan Gaard (GAC), 6-4, 7-6 (4) No. 3 Nell Boyd (DU) def. Laurel Krebsbach (GAC), 6-2, 6-1 No. 4 Ali Patterson (DU) def. Megan Born (GAC), 6-0, 6-2 No. 5 Earlynn Lauer (DU) def. Mary Roop (GAC), 7-5, 6-4 No. 6 Amanda Aragon (DU) def. Sophie Horton (GAC), 6-2, 6-2

No. 1 Demos/Manca Krizman (DU) def. Gaard/Krebsbach (GAC), 8-1 No. 2 Aragon/Boyd (DU) def. Born/Erickson (GAC), 8-2 No. 3 Lauer/Rebol (DU) def. Annie Mahoney/Roop (GAC), 8-3

by Ashton Weis

Staff Writer ashton.weis@drake.edu

Brad McCaslin, the new defensive coordinator for the Drake Bulldog football team, said that being away from his family is tough.

McCaslin has three kids (ages 10, 8 and 6). They are finishing out their school years in Omaha, Neb., and will then join their dad in Des Moines.

He goes to Omaha on the weekends when he can, and they use technology to connect with each other.

“We Facetime and see each other,” McCaslin said. “The kids will kiss the iPad and think that they’re kissing dad goodnight.”

Other than the hardships of being away from his family, McCaslin couldn’t be more excited about joining the prestigious Drake football program. Working with the defending Pioneer Football League champions was a draw for McCaslin, and he has always strived for excellence.

He said that he is excited to work in a program that does the same.

McCaslin spent 14 years working to make the University of NebraskaOmaha’s football program the best it could be. When the school dropped its football program, McCaslin had to move on, and Drake seemed like a great opportunity.

“It’s terribly unique,” McCaslin said about being a coach. “That’s not the only reason I do it, but it’s a unique thing to do.”

McCaslin ultimately coaches because he loves the relationship aspect and the impact he can have on

people. And, of course, he loves the game.

Although McCaslin was a noteworthy wide receiver for the Hastings Broncos, he decided to become an expert on the defensive side of the ball.

When he felt like he had a good handle on defense, he decided to take the next step by becoming a coordinator.

“It’s not for everyone,” McCaslin said. “There is a leadership aspect to coordination, but it just felt like the right path.”

McCaslin said that the hardest thing about making the transition from Nebraska-Omaha is being the “new guy.” He knew everything there was to know about the University of Nebraska-Omaha; he knew the team’s strengths and weaknesses.

With Drake, he’s going to have to learn everything.

But, McCaslin is excited about being in Des Moines and being around all of the opportunities that it has to offer.

Originally a native of Wyoming, McCaslin graduated from Hastings College in Nebraska with a business degree and a coaching endorsement.

After college, he spent two years coaching at the high school level and then became a graduate student assistant coach at Nebraska-Omaha. He then moved on to being a full-time assistant coach in 2000.

McCaslin hopes to help the Drake Bulldogs bring the PFL championship home for the second season in a row.

DRAKE DEF. NEBRASKA-OMAHA, 5-2 SINGLES:

DOUBLES:

No. 1 Alex Tran (UNO) def. Gabriela Demos (DU), 1-6, 6-2, 10-7 No. 2 Manca Krizman (DU) def. Kelsie Olson (UNO), 6-0, 6-1 No. 3 Nell Boyd (DU) def. Lindsay Weideman (UNO), 6-2, 6-0 No. 4 Amanda Aragon (DU) def. Rachel Pierson (UNO), 6-1, 6-0 No. 5 Jacqueline Baude (UNO) def. Earlynn Lauer (DU), 6-4, 6-2 No. 6 Amanda Dick (DU) def. Caitlin Christy (UNO), 6-2, 6-4

No. 1 Demos/Krizman (DU) def. Olson/Tran (UNO), 8-2 No. 2 Aragon/Boyd (DU) def. Pierson/Weideman (UNO), 8-5 No. 3 Baude/Heather Hottman (UNO) def. Lauer/Ali Patterson (DU),8-6

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