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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Shippensburg’s 41st Annual Corn Fest returns to King Street Piper Kull

Editor-in-Chief Te Boroug of Shippensburg held its 41st Annual Corn Fest last Saturday, a festival in downtown Shippensburg to preserve the town’s legacy. Corn Fest is always held on the last Saturday in August, and this year was one of the largest celebrations yet.

The festival is named after the area’s largest crop — corn. Corn Fest reflects this theme in its food, crafts and festivities. Corn on the cob, kettle corn and even cornshaped earrings could be found along Shippensburg’s central stretch. Shippensburg University students and Shippensburg community members braved the end-of-summer sun to enjoy what the festival had to offer.

“It’s sometimes difficult to find things to do in downtown Shippensburg, but Corn Fest is an easy way to connect with the local community,” SU student Elizabeth Peters said. “I always enjoy the specialty craft booths and boutiques. I’m glad the event was moved back to downtown Ship.” Last year, the event was held on the Shippensburg fairgrounds on Possum Hollow Road to reflect the COVID-19 restrictions at the time.

Corn Fest took over King Street, spanning from Prince Street to Spring Street, featuring over 250 vendors. The

massive craft fair took place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and offered crafts of every shape and size, from handmade cutting boards and jewelry to specially flavored dressings, honeys and nuts.

“It’s so much fun to have Corn Fest in town again,” SU alumna Noel Miller said. “I love getting baked goods and lemonade here.”

Twenty-six specialty food vendors came downtown to participate in the festival, serving favorites such as fresh cut fries, cotton candy, braided soft pretzels, bubble tea and of course, corn.

Free events were available for festival-goers young and old, such as the annual corn-eating contest and live music performed on three stages. Among the acts were the Blue Ridge Thunder Cloggers, classic rock bands Mid Life Crisis and Dovetail and the Shippensburg University drumline and majorettes.

“As someone who has lived in Shippensburg for almost their entire life,” SU student Ethan Cornell said, “the Corn Fest is one of those things that I always look forward to going to. The event changes from time to time, but the feeling and sense of community is still there.” The Corn Fest serves as an opportunity for the community to fundraise to preserve its history.

The 42nd Annual Corn Fest will take place on Aug. 26, 2023, rain or shine.

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Crowds filled King Street all day Saturday at the 2022 Corn Fest

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The Shippensburg University drumline performs at the Corn Fest.

President Biden delivers campaign promise of debt cancellation Seth Turner

Asst. News Editor One week before student loan payments were set to resume after the pandemic pause, President Joe Biden cancelled student debt for millions of Americans.

Biden also plans to extend the payment pause for another four months. The debt cancellation only applies to graduates who make under $125,000 a year or households who make less than $250,000 a year. Graduates who applied for the Pell Grant can now have up to $20,000 in loans forgiven, and other loan recipients can be forgiven for up to $10,000.

Almost 43 million Americans will be able to reap the benefits, and

approximately 20 million Americans may have their debts completely waived (Axios News). The Biden administration is also looking to reform the loan system to make it easier for future students and borrowers.

Monthly debt payments will now be a maximum of 5% of the borrower’s monthly income.

“All this means [is that] people can start to finally crawl out from under that mountain of debt, to get on top of their rent and utilities, to finally think about buying a home, or starting a family or starting a business, Biden said. “My plan is responsible and fair. It focuses the benefit on middle class and working families. It helps both current and future borrowers, and it’ll fix a badly broken system,” Biden

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The cancellation was notably announced just two months before the midterm election. Democrats are trying to get things done to encourage young voters to cast a ballot this year.

By delivering on campaign promises and fulfilling the wishes of many young voters, the Biden administration may have secured votes for November.

Nearly 8 million Americans will qualify automatically due to the Department of Education having access to their financial data.

However, many former students may still need to apply. “We should worry about people who are not in touch with the federal government who could fall through the cracks,” Bryce McKibben, former policy

advisor to Sen. Patty Murray, said on the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee. “Folks who are really at risk of struggling with their student debt are also going to be the most at risk of not being able to fulfill the paperwork requirements,” McKibben said.

While the program for applications is allegedly coming in the next few weeks, many borrowers are questioning whether they qualify. The best people can do now is check their income threshold from 2020 and 2021 tax records and find out if you had received a Pell Grant. Financial aid information and previous loans can be found by logging into your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) account.

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CDC overhaul includes Fauci’s resignation Daniel Reiley Staff Contributor

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), as well as the top medical adviser to the U.S. president, announced that he will be stepping down from his positions in December after nearly five decades of service.

Fauci became a household name during the COVID-19 pandemic and was the subject of conservative attacks due to his role in leading federal restrictions during the pandemic.

He has also led the nation against numerous outbreaks in the U.S., such as HIV/AIDS, Ebola, Zika and the 2001 anthrax attacks.

“It has been the honor of a lifetime to have led NIAID, an extraordinary institution, for so many years and through so many scientific and public health challenges,” Fauci said in a statement.

After completing his residency at Cornell University in 1968, Fauci worked as a clinical associate for the National Institutes of Health before becoming NIAID director and serving under seven presidents; Fauci first served under Ronald Reagan.

“During my time as vice president, I worked closely with Dr. Anthony Fauci on the United States’ response to Zika and Ebola,” President Joe Biden said in a statement.

“Because of Dr. Fauci’s many contributions to public health, lives here in the United States and around the world have been saved. As he leaves his position in the U.S. government, I know the American people and the entire

world will continue to benefit from Dr. Fauci’s expertise.”

Fauci’s retirement comes as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is facing on overhaul after a “botched” response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“For 75 years, CDC and public health have been preparing for Covid-19, and in our big moment, our performance did not reliably meet expectations,” said Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the CDC. “My goal is a new, public health action-oriented culture at CDC that emphasizes accountability, collaboration, communication and timeliness.”

Walensky says that the CDC responded to COVID-19 too slowly, and that its public messages such as face masks, social distancing, and boosters were “confusing and overwhelming” to the American public. The CDC’s new goal is to improve its communication and increase trust amongst the American public.

While Fauci is retiring from working with the federal government, the 81-year-old does not plan to retire from medicine.

“While I am moving on from my current positions, I am not retiring,” Fauci said. “After more than 50 years of government service, I plan to pursue the next phase of my career while I still have so much energy and passion for my field. I want to use what I have learned as NIAID director to continue to advance science and public health and to inspire and mentor the next generation of scientific leaders as they help prepare the world to face future infectious disease threats.”

Commentary: The Beginning of the End

Paige Shope Managing Editor

Starting my fourth and final year of my undergraduate degree at Shippensburg University has been a strange feeling.

To be truthful, the fact that my time in school will soon be over has not yet settled in. With my freshman year cut short because of Covid-19, and only now making a full return to normalcy two years later, it has made my time feel rather short. In some ways, I feel cheated as I am just now finding my place at this university, and it will soon be over.

For My World Today, I wanted to share some insight about my experience at Shippensburg University and possibly some very im-

portant advice.

Someone once told me; “Make a decision — and make it the best decision you have ever made.”

At first, this may be a confusing concept; we make decisions every day. What I’m going to eat for breakfast, what I’m going to wear today, what clubs I’m going to join. But this piece of advice is for someone who has a hard time making decisions to pursue opportunities — someone like me.

I have carried this mantra with me throughout the past four years. Whether it’s pertaining to relationships, academics and extracurriculars, I make a choice to pursue something, and I make it worth my while.

I have the tendency to feel very anxious about opportunities. I never want to pass up a chance to grow or make something of myself.

On the other hand, I also often do not feel qualified or ready to take big chances.

With this piece of advice, I have been able to see opportunities in a different light.

Throughout my four years, I have come across

many different opportunities. Now as a senior, I am the managing editor of The Slate, the public relations director of WSYC, the flute section leader of the Sippensburg University Marcing Band, and a dedicated student and friend.

I made the decision to pursue these endeavors, and every day I make the choice to continue chasing what I’m passionate about.

In some ways, this piece of advice it could be considered “manifestation.”

You made this choice, and now you will make it a valuable opportunity for you.

You will take this chance to learn, meet new people, try new things and change.

I am at the beginning of the end of my undergraduate career. One of the most valuable things I have learned is to not let things, even a global pandemic, take away one’s ambitions and drive for more. Every day you are handed opportunities to grow. Be advantageous, make a choice to pursue what works for you, and run with it.

Manhunt requires a shelter-in-place order Katie Huston

Business Manager

On Friday, Aug. 26, at 3:26 p.m. a shelter-in-place alert was sent out to all Shippensburg University affiliated persons via text and email. The alert was sent after the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) initiated a manhunt following a police incident near the Roxbury Treatment Center, which is approximately 1.7 miles for the campus of SU. An image and description of William Lewis was posted on Twitter by Megan Frazer, a PSP rooper. “Call 911 if you observe him. Do no[t] engage him. Possibly armed,” Frazer wrote in the tweet following the description of Lewis.

Additionally, the residents of Shippensburg were urged to stay inside. The Shippensburg Area School District locked down

all schools under its jurisdiction. PSP assisted and escorted students to buses for dismissal, according to a tweet by Frazer at 4:11 p.m.

SU students, staff and faculty received another SU Alert at 4:32 p.m. that the shelter-in-place was lifted due to increased police presence around the campus. A final SU alert was sent at 7:04 p.m. to inform SU that Lewis was in custody.

Lewis was allegedly found by PSP behind the Kappa Sigma fraternity house just across the street from SU. “The suspect has been taken into custody,” was posted by Frazer at 5:32 p.m.

According to public court documents, Lewis was charged with possession of a prohibited firearm. His bail was set at $75,000 and at this time he has not made bail. Lewis’ hearing will be held on Sept. 6.

Mastriano wore Confederate uniform for faculty photo Associated Press AP Wire Pennsylvania GOP gubernatorial nominee Doug Mastriano, three years before retiring from the U.S. Army, posed in a Confederate uniform for a faculty photo at the Army War College.

The photo, which Reuters said Friday it obtained after a request under the Freedom of Information Act, shows Mastriano in the uniform in a 2013-14 portrait for the Department of Military Strategy, Plans and Operations, where he worked until he retired in 2017. Reuters said it was told that faculty at the time were given the option of dressing as a historical figure, and while a few did so, only Mastriano is shown wearing a Confederate uniform.

The Army War College said in a statement that a team in 2020 had reviewed all art, text and images displayed at the Carlisle barracks for alignment with Army values and the college’s educational philosophies, but it missed the faculty photo, which “has since been removed because it does not meet AWC values.’’

Mastriano, a Pennsylvania state senator, has spread Donald Trump’s lies about widespread election fraud in the 2020 presidential election and was a leading proponent in Pennsylvania of Trump’s drive to overturn the result. He

was also in the crowd outside the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack by Trump supporters after attending the “Stop the Steal’’ rally nearby.

Mastriano did not immediately respond to requests for comment but retweeted a comment by Jenna Ellis, a senior legal adviser to his campaign, who said “Media MELT DOWN that Mastriano apparently once posed as a civil war historical figure for a photo. And? He has a Ph.D in HISTORY. “The left wants to erase history. Doug Mastriano wants us to learn from it,’’ Ellis tweeted.

Democratic gubernatorial nominee Josh Shapiro accused Mastriano of wearing “the uniform of traitors who fought to defend slavery,’’ calling it “deeply offensive’’ and saying his opponent was “unfit to be governor.’’

Mastriano served for three decades in the Army, retiring as a colonel after serving in Europe, Iraq,and Afghanistan.

Confederate flags, symbols and statues have increasingly divided the country in recent years, with critics calling them symbols representing the struggle to retain slavery and supporters calling them displays of Southern pride and heritage.

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FOMO and the stress of social media It seems almost pointless to rattle on and on about the internet and how it has shaped our modern world. We essentially have created the world we live in today on the foundation of the internet. We use it to communicate, transport and live day to day. Without the internet, the world, unfortunately, stops turning. It also seems like all of the dangers that surround social media, particularly when it comes to mental health, are common knowledge. So often we hear the discussions of basing our success off those we see online, being connected yet distant with other people and, of course, cyberbullying;

however, there is one aspect of this conversation that has been around long before social media but has been greatly magnified because of it. That of course, is FOMO, or the fear of missing out.

Social media readily gives people platforms to project a perfect version of themselves. But it also is an outlet for people to leave themselves out. For example, my brother is in high school, and while none of his friends go to school dances or sporting events, they are always texting someone who is there via Snapchat. They are afraid to be in person because phones are a social crutch, and social media feigns involvement. They never fully get

what they want out of the event because they are not there, and it honestly makes missing things feel worse.

Think of FOMO through the eyes of an anxious first-year college student. You’re on your own for the first time and you most likely won’t know a lot of the faces you’re now living with. I think FOMO on social media hits hard for people going either back to college or going for the first time. They see the people they went to high school with doing these crazy/fun things at a huge university while they are at community college or a state school (not that those places are bad). It can pressure people to be someone

they aren’t or do something they would never imagine themselves doing because they want a story to tell their high school friends.

Social media gives people who use it an idea of a false reality, and because social media is so readily accessible it feels entirely real. I have actually temporarily deleted some of my social media accounts from my phone because I experienced such bad FOMO. It was hurting my mental health, even after the number of Covid cases were going down in the past few months. I was living with someone who was extremely high risk during the holidays, and seeing all of my friends traveling and hang-

ing out in general was so hard to watch. Even though I am healthy, I had to protect my family by staying in. I wanted to spend time with friends and travel so badly, and it felt like everyone else but me was able to do so.

In the end, I think FOMO and social media really comes down to what you value as important in life.

It’s sometimes hard to give up having a presence on social media, and having the access to connect with so many people. However, the first step for overcoming that anxiety, is to attack the root of the cause, and if going cold turkey isn’t your cup of tea, an easier first step is to take a break and limit that screen time.

Skip Intro: Opening credits The Truth Behind Animal Testing and what makes them good Adam Beam

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What is it that makes binge-watching so magical? Is it the feeling of excitement of watching a series for the first time and needing to know what happens next?

Or is it, perhaps, that feeling of comfort watching ten seasons of a series you’ve seen a million times before? Never before have audiences been given such access to the shows they love. Streaming services provide a haven for the biggest series in the world, but also the most obscure of cult classics.

However, it’s quite noticeable that when watching a show on any streaming service, they’ll often give you the option to skip the intro. Butwhy would you? And should you?

It’s important to note that TV show intros have greatly changed over the decades since television’s conception.

Nowadays, it’s harder to find shows with

lengthy intros; most of the time it will be a quick cut to the logo before quickly jumping back into the action or cutting to commercials. This doesn’t seem like a big deal, but think about something you often do with your friends.

How many times have you had a discussion with a couple of your pals about the theme songs of your childhood? Songs that in some way, shape or form defined our childhoods. Admit it, you definitely have the “Suite Life of Zack and Cody” theme locked up somewhere in your memory. These intros got us excited, and we immediately knew what we were watching even if we were listening from another room. With TV themes now, you find a lot of the music and intros blending together.

Now this isn’t to say that there are no great modern TV themes and intros, far from it. “Stranger Things” has easily the most simplistic intro, but

the music and tone it sets makes it hard to skip when burning through the latest season. Across the pond, shows like “Doctor Who” regularly update their intros with each new Doctor to keep things exciting.

Essentially, TV intros aren’t necessarily dead, rather the respect for good TV intros is gone.

This is especially apparent with the “Skip Intro” button.

Sure, when binging shows for hours on end, the intro might feel repetitive. Hearing the same music and seeing the same names over and over again, but then again, you’ve already made the commitment to watch these shows day in and day out, so what can 30 seconds change? A lot of work goes into making TV intros great. Afterall, they’re the hook that’s meant to grab the audience’s attention right out of the gate.

And to put this endless amount of work into these intros just feels insulting.

Elizabeth Peters Managing Editor

This past summer, I worked in my father’s cancer research laboratory as a laboratory technician. My favorite part of the job was learning to work with the colony of mice we maintained to study the way different receptors inside cells impact cancer growth. This singular part of working in a laboratory required many hours of training, briefing on protocols and approval clearances. It gave me a deeper understanding of what exactly happens when scientists use animals for research, and I think that the media has skewed the reality of this practice.

I fully support the use of animals to test products, chemicals and drugs before they are released and used in our everyday lives, now more than ever. I have hands-on experience with this field, and I support this practice as it ensures the safety of products that are used by humans. That said, I do not devalue the life of an animal and neither do researchers.

One of the most unrecognized aspects of animal testing is understanding how much monitoring occurs and how much researchers care for the animals used for their studies. I spent many hours learning in intricate detail how to correctly house, feed and care for the mice used to study cancer. After hours of training, I also had to be approved by a university committee to be added to two different Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) protocols. All of this was required before I was even allowed to step foot into the mouse room.

Inside the mouse room, there are outstanding veterinary technicians on staff who check all the animals daily to make sure they are being housed and cared for properly. Everything from diets to cage air flow and even ambient temperature in the room is monitored to ensure the maximum comfort for every mouse. Researchers are provided with notices if any of the animals exhibit any signs listed in the IACUC-approved protocol suggesting discomfort. They must respond immediately to correct any problem.

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For example, male mice can be aggressive toward other male mice. This can result in fighting, and that can hurt the mice involved. If male mice begin fighting, the IACUC protocols indicate that the mice must not be housed together. Thus, when veterinary technicians, researchers or lab technicians see this behavior, the mice are promptly separated. If the mice sustain injuries from fighting or other behaviors, they are prescribed ointments and medications to treat these conditions. It is against IACUC policies to not follow the details listed in each protocol and failing to act accordingly can cause researchers to lose all funding for their projects.

None of the animals used for research are allowed to suffer. Anything that causes pain is prescribed medication. If they are too sick and will die, the IACUC and federal government require that such mice be euthanized before the end of the study. I think euthanasia is a sad process, but the reality of the matter is that mice who die in labs pass more peacefully than most in the wild. In nature, mice are hunted, mauled and eaten alive by numerous predators such as owls or hawks.

IACUC protocols specifically outline the procedure used to euthanize mice for research, and the researchers are required to use IACUC approved methods that reduce the stresses of dying. No mouse is killed just for the sake of killing; justification must always be provided and the approach has to be approved by an IACUC before doing the study can begin.

Nothing about the process of using animals in experiments is excessive or intentionally painful. Mouse lives do matter, and they are not taken for granted.

The abuse and unethical treatments that the media spin around this practice does not take into account the way it is supposed to be done. In every field, there are people who do not follow the rules. But for the majority, it is unfair to judge based on limited knowledge and biased information. Animal testing is a highly regulated practice and is a necessary factor of modern science. There may be a time when it is phased out, but until then, it must be known that the evils animal testing is demonized for are simply false.

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SU holds the The smallest things, the fall SIS fair biggest impact: Jack Myers Ethan Cornell Asst. A&E Editor

Elizabeth Peters Managing Editor

There is quite the variety of people in the garden of Shippensburg University. Among the flowers is Jack Myers, a junior biology major in the secondary education certification track.

Myers is from York, Pennsylvania, and attended Eastern York High School prior to Shippensburg in 2020.

“I loved it there,” said Myers. Growing up in a smaller town allowed Myers to be far enough to have a quiet home and close enough that there is always something to do.

In high school, Myers played volleyball for four years.

“Well, it would have been four years,” Myers said. “Men’s volleyball is a spring sport, so my senior season was cut short.” Like all other 2020 high school graduates, the COVID pandemic ended everything earlier than planned. Still, Myers joked that he still got his varsity letter, so that basically makes up for only getting three full seasons of play.

Outside of volleyball, Myers was a member of the Recycling Club at his high school, as well as the student section. He recalled some of his favorite memories include his friends and him

at different sporting events.

“Our teams weren’t always the best, but that didn’t mean we were any quieter at their games,” laughed Myers.

In the classroom, Myers mentioned having a particularly great experience with his biology teacher, Daphne Leeder.

“She tried to make biology as interesting as possible,” said Myers, “[Leeder] made an impact on my career goal.”

Before having her as a teacher, Myers said he planned to become a marine biologist. After seeing how big an influence a teacher can have on students, Myers changed his plans. When he graduates, Myers plans to put just as much care into his classroom as Leeder put into hers.

Myers is a member of the Wood Honors College, and he was a member of Honors LLC as a freshman and sophomore. Because he arrived at Shippensburg in 2020, Myers stated his LLC experience was how he built friendships early on.

“We weren’t allowed to go into other halls or have visitors,” recalled Myers.

“The people in the hall were who I became closest with.” Meeting every week with the same people offered much needed time to interact with others

during a time when classes were online.

This semester, Myers became the resident assistant (RA) of the Honors Living Learning Community (LLC) in Harley Hall. He said the job seemed like a great experience as a future educator. In being an RA, Myers is learning how to handle “awkward conversations” and dealing with people who “are doing things they shouldn’t be doing.”

It also gives Myers the opportunity to practice public speaking and event planning. As the Honors LLC RA, Jack is planning the have the members learn to engage in the campus community. He is planning a variety of events including a scavenger hunt, team building games and guest speakers for his residents to engage with.

Myers also wants his residents to embrace diversity and experience other cultures, he and is planning his events around these goals.

Shippensburg University is a growing place for everyone. Some people come in knowing exactly what they want, and others are here to explore. Jack Myers is a testament to how well this community allows for you to follow the path best for you, and that the right amount of sunlight and water is all it takes to grow.

Shippensburg University hosted its bi-yearly Student Involvement and Services (SIS) Fair on Friday afternoon after classes. The event drew a large crowd of interested students from a variety of backgrounds, from traditional to non-traditional, first-year students to graduate students.

The temperature soared above 90 degrees Fahrenheit at the outdoor event, leaving many students to hunker down inside with their AC’s cranked up to the maximum.

Still, dozens upon dozens of clubs braved the scorching heat for this semester’s SIS Fair, a school-organized event designed to make students more aware of what clubs and organizations the university could offer to them.

“I won’t lie — the heat is difficult, but the connections we’re making are worth it” said Piper Kull, the editor-in-chief of The Slate.

“We’re trying to not only get involvement in our organization, but also just get our name out there so we get more readers.”

Many clubs shared these same sentiments and hallmarked the importance of

the SIS Fair when it came to getting attention. Hundreds and hundreds of students walked the street talking to club members and filling out pamphlets. Some organizations even ran out of applications, demonstrating the importance of this event for recruitment.

Students also found value in what services clubs can offer. I spoke with the president of Shippensburg University’s chapter of Alpha Phi, Haley Modene, about their experience with philanthropy. “We raise money for the Alpha Phi Foundation, which supports women’s heart health.

We do a lot of fundraisers for that,” said Modene.

“Every sorority or fraternity has their own cause. I feel overall that’s a huge part of Greek life, but also being a part of a sisterhood that has each other’s backs no matter what; kind of like a home away from home. Personally, when I came to the SIS Fair for the first time I was scared and didn’t have any friends, and this is where I found them,” said Modene.

The SIS Fair allows students who may feel unfamiliar with their surroundings to find their footing. It also affords opportunities to bond with others over the shared love of a subject or cause.

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The Latino Student Organization tables at the SIS Fair on Aug. 26 on Cumberland Drive.

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Leo (Jul. 23-Aug. 22)

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Libra (Sept 23-Oct. 23)

Welcome to Virgo season, babe. This is the season of practicality, health and organization. The new moon on Aug. 27 had you hurtling towards your current finish line.

Maybe this semester you can focus on finally accomplishing those goals. Now’s the time; act on those impulsive thoughts you have and barrel through anything in your path (as you so often like to do anyhow). Your strong will and determination will come in handy this semester.

While your season of celebration is ending, Leo, your season of accomplishment is beginning. Be mindful of your time and money and remember that quality is usually better than quantity. Your own assets are incredibly valuable, so try not to just burn the money you gain. You’re ready to “go get ‘em” this semester, but you’re unsure of where to start. Luckily, the new moon on Aug. 27 has given you a taste of clarity in your own life.

Start kicking any of those unhealthy habits (like being the center of attention) before the school year ramps up and it’ll be smoother sailing for you, babe.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) This semester starts off with a bang for you, babe, as Virgo season brings success in your schoolwork and career. This is a great time to collect those scattered thoughts of yours and begin new projects, especially around the time of the Aug. 27 full moon. We know you can be aloof, but now is a great time to team up to achieve your goals. Buckle up for a season of changes this semester, especially in your areas of health, fitness and organization. Maybe hit up ShipREC? They’ll have what you need.

Taurus, you’re finally catching a break this Virgo season as your fifth house is extra engaged. Get ready for times that celebrate self-expression and your own pleasure. Just don’t overdo it. We all know how you like to over-indulge, babes. The new moon on Aug. 27 could have you looking towards a new romantic interest or artistic venture as your heart feels open and refreshed. Balance your independence with a little playfulness this semester to break out of your stubborn habits. We think you can do it, babe.

Welcome to your personal new year, babe.

This season, it’s all about Y-O-U as this time brings about some intense personal planning and goal setting. We are proud that you have finally stopped letting everyone walk all over you. You’re all set up for personal growth and self-expansion, and we get that that might be a little overwhelming. Take the time to prioritize what’s important and valuable to you instead of focusing on your regularly scheduled people-pleasing and micro-managing. It’s your time. Try to remember that.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

The season of domesticity is upon you, Gemini. The Virgo sun has you feeling like more of a homebody at the start of this semester, and that’s just fine. But you’re a social butterfly, babe, and you might start to feel the urge to change up your living situation or start avoiding your homework. You will need to make up your mind eventually (we know it is hard). Just don’t sweat it too much because the new moon on Aug. 27 puts lady luck on your side. It’s okay to take the leap of faith you’ve been putting off.

You’ve been getting a ton of social action this summer, Libra, and Virgo season is finally bringing about some time to settle down. So, please settle down. This will be your time of rest, relaxation and healing. Look into unfinished projects and unresolved arguments and see what you can do to get some closure before the school year really starts up. You deserve a nice reset this semester, babe, so don’t screw it up. Better still, the Aug. 27 new moon is ushering in the perfect time to ask for help. You will need it in your personal journey.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

It might feel like there’s no escaping reality this Virgo season, babe, as the new sun Virgo season is ushering in a new season of placement activates your privacy-seeking adventure, travel and risk-taking. This is nature. However, school keeps thrusting a great semester to try a class or club that you into social situations, so don’t be afraid you’ve been interested in for a while. We to take time for yourself. You don’t need know how set in your ways you can be, but constant validation and attention to survive, it’s time to take a leap of faith. Take a risk for once that isn’t career or academic based, we promise. Keep an eye out for soulmates babe. The new moon on Aug. 27 could pres- though, because the new moon on Aug. 27 will present a romantic opportunity for you. ent an opportunity you’ve been waiting on.

A friendship may start to become something You don’t have to commit immediately but consider your deepest desires and wishes. Be more serious if you can think about someone other than yourself for once. honest with yourself before deciding.

Cancer (Jun. 22-Jul. 22)

Communication is your middle name this Virgo season, babe, as the new sun placement has you itching to reconnect with old friends. Just make sure you aren’t doing it in an effort to seek attention. On the Aug. 27 new moon, you may meet a new kindred spirit or have the chance to connect more deeply with one you already know. If you’ve found yourself babbling on and on lately, that’s okay. Just make sure you truly have something to say. Start asking more questions in class and to those new students you keep seeing. The stars are on your side for once.

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21)

Hey, hey Scorpio babe. Welcome to your season of mingling and getting out there this school year. Your accomplishments will not all be at your desk this semester, but rather out in the world with others. You may find yourself seriously re-evaluating your inner circle and those who are important to you.

Remember that sometimes it’s okay to close doors in order to open new ones. After all, it is a new year. Just keep your head up and we know you’ll be fine.

Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar 20)

It is time to start spending time with people who truly want to be around you. Drop the people who are constantly letting you down.

You need to stop letting people walk all over you, babe. It is getting old to watch. Work on the relationships that are going through a rough patch and cut the ones that are already dead. The Virgo new moon on Aug. 30 will be the best to fully commit to your alliances.

Take time to listen and consider what the other party has to say, but don’t forget about yourself. Your feelings are valid, remember that babe. Just don’t get too emotional.

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A&E

Review: Never a dry eye watching ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ Margaret Sobotta Asst. A&E Editor

Grab your popcorn and settle in as we travel back in time. The year is 1927.

The black-and-white film era is booming.

Don Lockwood and his best friend Cosmo Brown have worked their way to the big leagues. Struggling from a young age to get any music or acting gigs, the friends find their way to Los Angeles, California.

California is bustling with reporters as Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont’s new feature film is debuting. The blackand-white silent film is a hit and is not the last the public will see of Lockwood and Lamont.

The industry is always evolving. Filmmakers at Monument Pictures have found a way to join sound and moving pictures. After struggling through sessions of audio recording with Lockwood and Lamont, the producers finally have a trial film to show the public.

What a laughingstock they became.

The “talkies” movie was a bust. Down on their luck, Don, Cosmo and their friend Kathy Selden stayed up late and into the morning, and oh how great it is to stay up late.

The three came up with an idea that

will change the movie industry. They decided that the film can be salvaged, it just needs to be a musical. From there, Kathy and Don, with help from Cosmo, get to work and help put together the numbers for the film.

“Singin’ in the Rain” features Gene Kelly as Don Lockwood, Donald O’Connor as Cosmo Brown and Debbie Reynolds as Kathy Selden.

“Singin’ in the Rain” is such a comfort movie. When I need to step away from life, enjoy a musical on a glum day or just need a laugh, I always turn on this film. The plot is easy to follow. With quick wit and toe-tapping musical numbers, viewers cannot help but smile.

Viewers of all ages can enjoy the film.

The younger audiences will giggle along with Cosmo’s funny jokes as well as his actions in the song “Make ‘em Laugh” when he goes around the movie sets and acts a fool.

The older audiences will be captivated by the relationship between Don and Kathy. Just the way these two meet is intriguing, because it would never get OKed by today’s norms.

The famous song “Singin’ in the Rain” is enough for me to rewatch this film again and again. The music, lyrics and dance are well done and very elegant. The use of props (i.e., umbrella

and lamppost) make for one of the most memorable poses in cinematic history.

For viewers who did not grow up in this time, it is interesting to see the technological developments and issues. For one, they had to figure out how to hide large microphones within costumes with decent quality. If these technologies were never mastered, we would not be where we are today.

This movie does not have a lot of inclusion. The all-white cast is primarily male. There are some “girl-boss” moments as two of the main female leads stand their ground. In that period, it is amazing to have that representation.

The film is spectacular, especially given its time period. The lighting and effects in all the musical numbers are breathtaking. When Kathy and Don dance in one of the empty stages to “You Were Meant for Me”, the soft colors and fog usage transported viewers into a memory they never knew they had.

“Singin’ in the Rain” has been capturing hearts since 1952. This film pictured the early struggles of film making and the advancements of the industry. If you enjoy musicals or are just looking for something new to watch, turn on this classic. The glimpse into the past will captivate you and will have you singing in the rain.

Comic drawn by Elizabeth Peters

Kauffman Gallery makes return post-COVID with ‘Stitchless’ exhibition Paige Shope

Managing Editor

The “Stitchless” exhibition created by Anthony Cervino will be held in the Kauffman Gallery from Aug. 31 until October 19.

On opening night, the exhibition will be open from 6:30-8:30 p.m. with an artist presentation at 7 pm.

Described by the artist himself, the exhibition is “carefully composed of both handmade forms and manipulated found objects.

These sculptures allude to the rituals, rites of passage and totemic beliefs that convey sentimental and cultural meaning. This exhibit delves deep into the psyche of childhood with adventurous play, maternal comforts, imagined heroism, lurking bogeymen and prayerful longings.”

The Stichless Exhibition, assembled by Cervino, is made of select works of art from the past 25 years alongside parts that have been “cannibalized” from previous sculptures.

In his studio practice, Cervino often embeds, reuses or destroys his older works to make new sculptures. Because of this reclamation of works, his ex-

Life Models Wanted $15.00 per hour For ART210 - Drawing II and ART 211 Figure Drawing When: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1-3 p.m.

Contact Professor Dolbin, Huber Room 103 or smdlb@ship.edu

Photos courtesy of Kayla Snook

Student Artist Spotlight: Kayla Snook Gemma Laverty Asst. A&E Editor

Kayla Snook is a firstyear art education student.

Snook was an active member of the fashion club at her high school. In the fashion club, the members presented a fashion show with the different clothes that she and her peers had made.

Snook was also accepted into the National Art Honor Society (NAHS). She would participate in painting murals and help her peers in the theater program build and paint sets as a member of NAHS. Snook pulls inspiration from nature using creative and abstract viewpoints.

Over the summer, Snook dabbled in painting to fill her time and to keep her creativity in check. Howev-

er, her favorite project was when she had drawn and experimented with still-life using graphite.

“I looked at a vase and translated it onto paper with graphite,” Snook said. Her process was troubling at first, but she gained a knack for blending and adding highlights to a piece mainly comprised of graphite. “[The process] definitely got easier and it was something that I had a lot of fun doing,” Snook said.

Snook’s earliest memory of art is from elementary school. She reminisced on having her work being accepted into her alma mater’s district’s arts festival. “I just remember being so excited about [having my work accepted]. It really boosted my confidence,” Snook said.

At Shippensburg Univer-

sity, she is looking forward to being involved with the art community. “I want to be able to grow and advance my skills. I would also like to experiment with different mediums and techniques because my high school did not have a sculpting class,” Snook explained.

She is also looking forward to learning how to make sculptures and how to throw on a wheel in ceramics.

“The art department [at SU] stood out to me when I visited for the Raider Day tour,” Snook said. Shippensburg University’s art department had checked all the boxes for Snook from seeing other students’ artwork on display to the friendly professors and the facility.

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Cover Art by Austin Trevino

hibition can be understood more as a recollection, not a retrospective. The exhibition title, “Stitchless,” implies the phrase “without a stitch,” as in nude or otherwise vulnerable.

Cervino, a Pennsylvania native, studied art at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Towson University before settling in Carlisle, Pennslyvania. Cervino is an artist and educator who has been teaching sculpture at Dickinson College since 2006 and has exhibited his work professionally for more than 25 years.

His sculptures have been shown regionally, nationally and internationally. Cervino’s work was most recently seen at the Susquehanna Museum of Art in Harrisburg, The Gallery at Flashpoint in Washington, D.C., the Institute of Contemporary Art at the Maine College of Art, the Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art, The Arlington Arts Center and the Minneapolis College of Art & Design. Cervino is also the co-director of Ejecta Projects, an independent art gallery and curatorial workshop in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

Tuesday, August 30, 2022

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Sports

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Volleyball has poor showing in season-opening tournament

Photos courtesy of Kirkland Photogaphy/SU Sports Info.

SU’s volleyball team opened its season going 1-3 in Clarion playing in the Tony Banner Memorial Tournament. The one win came against Fayetteville State.

Jack Ansley

Asst. Sports Editor

The Shippensburg University volleyball team opened its season over the weekend at the Tony Banner Memorial Classic. The Raiders had a record of 1-3 in the four matches played over the course of Friday and Saturday.

In the first match the Raiders were swept by Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) foe Clarion University. In the first set the Raiders had seven kills and seven errors. The Raiders dropped the first set to Clarion 25-18.

The Golden Eagles had 17 kills in the set.

The second set was the same story for the Raiders as they dropped it 25-15 with only five kills in the set. The Golden Eagles again had 17 kills in the second set. The Raiders then dropped their third set in a row, losing 25-

17.

In the second game of the tournament, the Raiders faced Palm Beach Atlantic University. The Raiders took the first set of the match with 15 kills on 34 total attempts.

The Raiders won the set 2520.

The second set of the match was close, but the Sailfish were able to pull away with a 25-23 win to tie the game at 1-1. In the third set the Sailfish beat the Raiders 17-25. In the fourth set the Sailfish finished the match with a dominant 25-15 win.

The Raiders fell to Palm Beach Atlantic and dropped to 0-2 in the tournament.

In the third game the Raiders faced Fayetteville State University. The Raiders took the first two sets in the match 27-25 and 25-22. The Raiders dropped the third set to the Broncos, but in the fourth set they were able to

pull out of a deficit and win.

This gave them their first win of the tournament and their first win of the season.

In the final match of the tournament the Raiders were swept by Northwood University 3-0. The Raiders lost the first set to the Timberwolves 25-21. In the second set the Raiders struggled and lost 25-16. Finally, the Raiders dropped a close third set 2624.

The SU volleyball team is back in action next weekend as they will travel to Ettrick, Virginia, to play in the Virginia State home opener tournament. The Raiders first game in the tournament is at 9 a.m. on Friday against Chowan University.

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SU’s Kaitlyn Townsend goes for a kill during tournament play last weekend.

Raider of the Week: Kaitlyn Townsend

Women’s soccer shut out in season opener Isaiah Snead Sports Editor

The Shippensburg University women’s soccer team kicked off its season on the wrong foot this past weekend, falling 4-0 to Frostburg State University.

It was a poor outing all around for the Raiders as they managed just one shot on goal in the contest. Junior goalkeeper Kendra Barlow was credited with only two saves.

Frostburg State scored twice in each half and controlled most of the play, winning the corners 6-2. Freshman Carly Gillette had a goal and an assist while sophomore Carolyn DeSena dished two assists for the Bobcats.

SU will open divisional play this week when it takes on West Chester University on Wednesday, Aug 31. Then the Raiders will host their first home game of the season against Kutztown University on Saturday, Sept. 3, at the David See Field.

Photo courtesy of SU Sports Info.

Goalkeeper Kendra Barlow managed just two saves in her team’s 4-0 shutout loss on Friday night at Frostburg State University.

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Field hockey seeking back-toback national championships

Photos courtesy of Bill Smith/SU Sports Info.

After an undefeated 2021 season capped off with an NCAA national championship the Raiders will look to do it all again when their season begins this Saturday.

Isaiah Snead Sports Editor

Shippensburg University’s reigning Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) and Division II National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) national champion field hockey team will return to the field this week seeking to go back-to-back.

The Raiders will return 15 players from their championship winning 2021 roster including All-PSAC Second Team goalkeeper Lindsay Tripodo and All-PSAC Third Team forward Valu Paul.

Five new faces will be joining the team this season as well, as Shippensburg added fived freshmen to their roster but no transfers.

SU will of course be losing forward Jazmin

Petrantonio, who racked up an extraneous amount of awards in her playing career including: 2022 Honda Division II Athlete of the Year, two-time NFHCA National Player of the Year, four-time NFHCA All-America First Team, three-time NCAA All-Tournament Team and four-time All-PSAC First Team.

Despite the loss of Petrantonio, the defending champions were voted first in the annual PSAC Preseason Coaches’ Poll for the upcoming season.

The Raiders received four of the 10 firstplace votes and sit a spot above West Chester University and two spots above East Stroudsburg University.

Shippensburg will open its season on Saturday, Sept. 3 when it hosts Saint Anselm at Robb Sports Complex.

Jazmin Petrantonio leaves SU as their leading scorer with 106 career goals.

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THIS WEEK IN RAIDER SPORTS Women’s Soccer

Men’s Soccer

Volleyball

Football

Cross Country

Field Hockey

Wednesday @ West Chester 2 P.M.

Wednesday vs.

Slippery Rock 2 P.M.

Friday @ Chowan 9 A.M.

Saturday @ Jefferson 2:30 P.M.

Friday @ West Virginia State 1 P.M.

Friday @ Piper Alumni Open Challenge 8 P.M.

Saturday vs.

Saint Anselm 1 P.M.

Saturday vs.

Kutztown 2:30 P.M.

Saturday @ West Virginia State Institute 12 P.M.

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Scenes from the

41st Annual Corn Festival

Photos by: Bailey Cassada, Allyson Ritchey, Carmine Scicchitano, Austin Trevino