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ECU faculty after a past Awards Ceremony. The 2023 Faculty Book Author and Affordable Textbooks Awards are Tuesday.

Joyner to host ECU Faculty Awards

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to promote the Affordable Textbooks program to the people in The East Carolina University attendance who may not be aware 14th annual Main Campus Fac- of it. She said personalized publiculty Book Author and Affordable ity is better to increase engagement Textbooks Awards ceremony and and recognize more faculty. reception will be happening on Lewis said the ceremony is split Tuesday from 5 p.m to 7 p.m. in two parts with the first being a Jan Lewis, Director of Aca- publication of a book by a comdemic Library Services in Joyner mercial publisher and the second Library at East Carolina being a new affordable University, said over the textbook that a faculty course of the fiscal year FULL STORY member has presented from July 1, 2022 to June 30, for a course that may 2023, the faculty of the library work have a preexisting textbook that to identify award recipients that is too expensive for students to have published or edited a book purchase. during that time period. “In the reception they are able Lewis said the library likes to to discuss several components,” recognize faculty members who Lewis said. “What the experience have not gotten a lot of recogni- was with the process of receiving tion for publishing books rather the award and whether it will than those who publish or revise a increase student engagement, book every year. She said last year grades or other factors in the the ceremony expanded to include classroom.” the Affordable Textbooks Awards. Jeanne Hoover, head of schol“It's a very nice event and the arly communications in Joyner, recipients can invite anyone they said this year the department has want to attend,” Lewis said. “It's given out 11 awards to faculty meaningful for people to have that members for the Affordable Textone-on-one time with their faculty books program. She said applicants chairs and colleagues and we’re submitted their applications in just happy to provide a celebratory January and received the award in environment.” March. Adding the new award to the The award recipients range ceremony, Lewis said, has worked across several departments in the TEC STAF F

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university including the College of Engineering, Communication, Elementary Education and many more. Every recipient of the award receives a one thousand dollar reward to be used towards course material in the upcoming academic year. “The goal here is to support the faculty members,” Hoover said. “We try to identify open educational resources that are relevant to the course or library materials we either have or have to purchase.” Hoover said there are several guidelines and eligibility requirements that need to be met to be considered for the award and those who have been accepted must complete a summer workshop and are paired with a librarian to identify what assistance and course materials they will need. The library wanted to recognize the work that was being done to contribute to saving students money on textbooks and providing course material that was relevant and inclusive and make it an award for the faculty who have achieved this. This writer can be contacted at sports@theeastcarolinian.com.

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Graduate student guard Danae McNeal dropped 22 points in the Pirates season opener against Elon University on Nov. 6.

WBB hangs AAC banner in Minges Nick Bailey

fans will receive championship banner replicas. The East Carolina University After being ranked No. 2 in the women's basketball team (1-0, AAC preseason polls, the Pirates 0-0 American Athletic Confer- got their season off to a winning ence) will debut their 2023 AAC start with their 68-37 win against Tournament ChampionElon University (0-1, ship banner on Thursday 0-0 Colonial Athletic at 6 p.m. in Minges ColConference) on Nov. 6 iseum during their 2023 FULL STORY at the Schar Center in to 2024 home opener against Greensboro, N.C. the University of South Carolina All 13 active Pirates played ver(USC) Upstate (0-1, 0-0) Big sus Elon, with freshmen guards South Conference. Khia Miller and Jade Tillman, Fans are encouraged to arrive as well as freshman forward at their seats by 5:30 p.m. to watch Jaedyn Cook, making their the presentation. The first 500 TEC STA F F

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collegiate debuts.

The Spartans and Pirates have only met a total of three times, with them all being in Greenville, North Carolina. ECU has won by an average of 14.6 points per game over USC Upstate, and the Pirates average 66 points per game when they play them. After ECU hosts USC Upstate, they will travel to Virginia take on Virginia Commonwealth University on Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the Stuart C. Siegel Center. This writer can be contacted at sports@theeastcarolinian.com.

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ECU Health and Acadia Healthcare recently partnered up as they undertake the building of a new behavioral health hospital in Greenville, North Carolina. It will offer thorough and intensive treatments for people of all ages who struggle with a variety of mental health disorders. According to the press release, in the past three years, national data indicates a growing trend of depression and anxiety symptoms. This partnership demonstrates a commitment to address these mental illnesses and substance use disorders, normalizing and treating them with the appropriate approaches. A member of the North Carolina Department of Health, Kody H. Kinsley said the state has been focusing on partnership plans for increasing access to behavioral health services, especially in areas like Greenville where more health inequality exists. “Too many people, including children, Kody Kinsley in North Carolina get stuck in emergency departments when they urgently need short-term and high-quality behavioral health care,” Kinsley said. “This new hospital will create lasting change in this region by making behavioral health services easier to access when and where they are needed.” According to the press release on November 1, ECU Health and Acadia Healthcare held a ceremony to celebrate the start of construction of the new hospital. The event occurred on the site of the new hospital located at 2820 MacGregor Downs Road in Greenville, according to the release. According to The Commonwealth FULL STORY fund’s national data, around 160 million Americans live in areas with mental health professional shortages, with over 8,000 more professionals needed to ensure enough supply. Dr. Michael Waldrum, a chief executive officer of ECU Health and dean of Brody School of Medicine believes the partnership will be beneficial in slowly chipping away at the seemingly ever present issue of the shortage of mental health resources in North Carolina. “The shortage of mental health resources is a critical challenge in North Carolina,” said Dr. Michael Waldrum. “We are pleased construction is underway for our new behavioral health hospital, and this moment marks another milestone in our effort to improve access to behavioral health care for the region. It will provide the hope and healing residents of Greenville and the surrounding communities need when dealing with complex behavioral health issues.” According to chief executive officer of Acadia Healthcare, Chris Hunter, the new hospital will be extremely beneficial in increasing the community's access to behavioral health services and care. Through this partnership, behavioral health issues will be normalized and treated with the best possible care. Hunter said the hospital will be an important fixture in the Greenville community and will be a great collaborator and a source of hope for residents and patients. “This new hospital will provide North Carolinians with expanded access to quality behavioral health services and treatment from specialized clinical teams in a carefully designed environment,” Hunter said. “We are so proud to be affiliated with ECU Health, working together to address the strong need in this area and building upon their legacy and commitment to behavioral health services.” Furthermore, according to the press release, the new hospital will serve as a teaching hospital for psychiatry, social work, nursing and other behavioral health professionals. This will address the shortage of clinical behavioral healthcare professionals in the area, training students and residents from the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University, many of whom will go on to practice in eastern North Carolina and carry forth ECU Health’s mission to improve the health and well-being of the region. According to the press release, construction is planned to begin in 2023. The hospital will include 24 inpatient beds specifically for children and adolescents with behavioral health needs. These beds will be the first of their kind in ECU Health’s 29-county service area and the only child and adolescent beds within 75 miles of Greenville, North Carolina. “This hospital will be a tremendous resource for our patients and our state, and we’re thrilled to bring a partner and a national leader like Acadia to eastern North Carolina,” Michael Waldrum said. “Acadia has an established track record of providing high-quality, compassionate care in communities across the country.

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BRIEFS OCSS to hold Fall Housing Fair On Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Off-Campus Student Services are hosting the annual Fall Housing Fair in the Main Campus Student Center Ballroom C. Representatives from apartment complexes around Greenville will be present for students to interact with. Food will be provided at the event as well as small prizes.

CRW to host student camping trip Over this weekend, Campus Recreation & Wellness will be taking a group of students to Pilot Mountain State Park for Saturday and Sunday and spend the time rock climbing. Food, transportation and instruction will be provided by CRW while on the trip. Registration for the opportunity closed on Nov. 3, but future events can be seen on the CRW website.

Global Affairs to begin International Education Week On Thursday at 1:30 p.m., the Office of Global Affairs are hosting the Parade of Flags event, kicking off International Education Week. ECU community members will gather at the International House and march to the Mall with world flags, where Chancellor Philip Rogers will be presented with the 2023 Senator Paul Simon Award for Comprehensive Internationalization.

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Four children outside wearing rain boots. The College of Education will hold Stewards of Children, an anti-child sex abuse training program.

COE to host training against child sexual abuse Pel Law

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The East Carolina University College of Education with assistance from the TEDI BEAR Children’s Advocacy Center will hold Stewards of Children, a two days seminar/training program to educate adults on how to prevent, recognize and respond to child sexual abuse. Bonnie Jean Kuras, Community Educator at TEDI BEAR Children’s Advocacy Center, said she will be leading the training for the College of Education. The program will be held on Tuesday through Wednesday from 5:30 Bonnie Jean Kuras p.m. to 6:30 p.m. virtually through WebEx. “We do this to provide any adults who might be interacting with children or have contact with children,” Kuras said. “We give them this training so that they have an understanding of how to recognize child sexual abuse and how to respond to it if the child discloses it to them.” Kuras said North Carolina requires anyone who is interacting with children in an education setting to be trained in child sexual abuse prevention. She said the training will also provide information on how to create a safe and secure environment to protect children. Child sexual abuse can happen in a variety

of different household, Kuras said, no matter the socioeconomic standing or religion. She said 90 percent of children also know their abuser and about one in 10 children will be sexually abused before they turn 18. “This particular event is specific to the ECU education students,” Kuras said. “But if someone is interested in taking this training and wants this training they can always sign up for our monthly trainings which are right on the TEDI BEAR Children's Advocacy Center website.” Julie Gill, director at TEDI BEAR, said her organization is focused on helping the state with child abuse evaluations, treatments and education. She said the center has been doing the Stewards Of Children prevention program since 2006 and has trained thousands of adults in the process. Gill said every adult in North Carolina is required to report suspected child abuse. She said it’s an adult’s responsibility to protect children by understanding the prevalence of the issue and recognizing the red flags. “Our goal is to prevent children from being sexually abused,” Gill said. “It’s 100% preventable so we are just trying to move that statistic so it's much less common than it is.” Gill said while this specific event will train future educators, the program has trained a lot of future professionals in the health field as well including doctors, nurses and allied health workers.

The program will also equip adults with strategies in taking the right actions against alleged offenders, Gill said, as well as knowing the facts, learning how to stay vigilant and ultimately how to respond. “I think they leave knowing that we all know this happened,” Gill said. “And now I can be part of the solution to keep this from happening and to protect kids.” According to a release from Darkness to Light, the original sponsor of the Stewards of Children program, they have appointed a new CEO in October, Rhonda Newton. Newton joined the organization in September 2020, according to the release, and led the way for the newest version of the Stewards of Children program that is more focused on what adults can do to prevent child abuse with a format based on evidence. “I am resolute in continuing this work and serving as CEO with a people-first approach, with authenticity, accountability, and transparency,” said Newton. “With these goals fully embodied in the organizational DNA, Darkness to Light is poised to light the path forward in preventing child sexual abuse.” (c)2023 the Bladen Journal (Elizabethtown, N.C.) Visit the Bladen Journal (Elizabethtown, N.C.) at www.bladenjournal.com Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

Editor’s Note: The East Carolinian Crime Logs are derived from East Carolina University Police Department’s (ECU PD) public crime logs accessible to all individuals. Crime Logs are done within the partnership of ECU PD and The East Carolinian, as this publication is meant to act as an additional resource for Pirate Nation. Below are listings of criminal activity that has occured on or within proximity of main campus.

Nov. 1, 2023 Communicating Threats was found at 3:20 a.m. and was cleared after the victim refused to cooperate at 5th Street between Jarvis Street and Student Street. At the College Hill Drive Bus Stop, charges of Injury to Real Property and Simple Assault were found at 5:56 a.m. and two victims refused to cooperate. An open investigation began at 4:12 p.m. into a charge of Hit & Run-Failure to Stop at the parking lot east of the Rivers Building.

Nov. 2, 2023 A Hit & Run-Failure to Stop at the Curry Court parking area was cleared by citation at 5:31 p.m.

Nov. 4, 2023 At 12:10 a.m., Second Degree Trespassing was found at the Main Campus Student Center, and pending juvenile petitions are being obtained and served. At Garrett Hall, Injury to Real Property was found at 3:46 a.m., and two service warrants have been obtained for the case. Misdemeanor Larceny and Disorderly Conduct was found at Dowdy Ficklen Stadium, and the case was cleared by arrest at 5:16 p.m.

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Governor Roy Cooper speaking to a crowd in front of American flags. Cooper has recognized the month of November as American Indian Heritage Month.

Cooper recognizes Native American Heritage Bladen Journal

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In honor of our nation's first inhabitants, Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed November as American Indian Heritage Month, celebrating the history and heritage of North Carolina's eight state recognized tribes including the Coharie, Eastern Band of Cherokee, Haliwa-Saponi, Lumbee, Meherrin, Occaneechi Band of the Saponi Nation, Sappony and Waccamaw-Siouan. This month also honors our state's four urban Indian organizations consisting of the Cumberland County Association for Indian People, and the Guilford, Metrolina, and Triangle Native American Associations. "During American Indian Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich history and heritage of the thousands of American Indians who have been living on this land for more than 12,000 years," said Governor Cooper. "It is important that we help make sure our indigenous communities have the resources they need to thrive in North Carolina." "This month many of us will take time with family and friends to reflect on the things that we are most grateful for," said NC Department of Administration Secretary Pamela B. Cashwell. "I am truly thankful for the rich culture preserved and passed down from my ancestors, traditions that we are proud to honor and share today as

we celebrate American Indian Heritage Month. I'm also equally grateful to live in a state that recognizes and values the many contributions of American Indians to our country and state's history." In 2021, Secretary Cashwell made history as the first American Indian woman to head a state cabinet department in North Carolina. In the same year, under the State Budget Act the American Indian Heritage Commission was formed to advise and assist the secretary of the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, in the preservation, interpretation and promotion of American Indian history, arts, customs and culture. According to the 2020 U.S. Census Bureau, more than 130,000 American Indians reside in North Carolina, making it the second largest American Indian population east of the Mississippi River and the seventh largest American Indian population in the nation. For more than 50 years, the NC Department of Administration's Commission of Indian Affairs has served as a resource hub for Native residents, providing information on housing, educational opportunities, scholarships, health care, and workforce development to American Indian communities. Established by the NC General Assembly in 1971, the Commission remains committed to providing local, state, and

federal resources to support and advocate for North Carolina's American Indian population. This year's theme for American Indian Heritage Month, "Many Tribes, One People," underscores the unity and strength as well as the rich history and culture of North Carolina's tribal communities. In celebration of American Indian Heritage Month, the NC Commission of Indian Affairs is again partnering with the NC Museum of History, NC American Indian Heritage Commission, as well as North Carolina American Indian tribes and urban American Indian organizations to coordinate a weekend of special events. The 28th Annual American Indian Heritage Celebration kicks off with a virtual Education Day on November 17 at 9 a.m. featuring storytelling and pottery among other activities. The November 18 celebration will be held in-person at the North Carolina Museum of History and will include various demonstrations and performances highlighting the artistry, customs, and culture of North Carolina's American Indian tribes. Both events are free and open to the public.

Arts & Entertainment

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EVENTS

TODAY Teapot Mini Class Jaycee Park Center for Arts and Crafts 2000 Cedar Lane, Greenville, N.C. 27858 6 to 8:30 p.m. (252) 329 - 4546 Trivia 5th Street Hardware Restaurant and Taproom 120 W 5th St., Greenville, N.C. 27858 7 to 9 p.m. (252) 364 - 8921 Reid-ing Day with Patrick Reid Nash Hot Chicken 114 E 5th St., Greenville, N.C. 27858 7 to 9 p.m. (252) 999 - 5444 Wine Tasting Aji 801 Dickinson Ave., Greenville, N.C. 27834 6 to 8 p.m. (252) 227 - 4512

TOMORROW Four Seasons: The Romantic Trio A.J Fletcher Music Center 102 A.J. Fletcher Music Center, Greenville, N.C. 27858 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (252) 328 - 6851 Mustache The Band The State Theatre 110 W 5th St., Greenville, N.C. 27858 7 to 9 p.m. African American Music Series Emerge Gallery and Art Center 404 S Evans St., Greenville, N.C. 27858 7 to 8:30 p.m. (252) 551 - 6947 Holiday Artist Market Emerge Gallery and Art Center 404 S Evans St., Greenville, N.C. 27858 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. (252) 551 - 6947

SATURDAY Charles Wesley Godwin The State Theatre 110 W 5th St., Greenville, N.C. 27858 6 to 8 p.m. Latin Night Villa Verde on 10th Street 2601 E 10th St., Greenville, N.C. 27858 9 to 11:30 p.m. (252) 689 - 6005 Monte Tippette Plank Road Steakhouse 3689 E Wilson St., Farmville, N.C. 27828 7 to 10:30 p.m. Full Circle: Holistic, Wellness & Spiritual Market MELT Fitness Studio 815 A Dickinson Ave., Greenville, N.C. 27834 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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ZION Promotions’ Poetry Slam will take place on Saturday, inviting people passionate for literature, poetry and words to come together.

Poetry Slam returns for 13th year to ENC Kristin Outland T E C S TA F F

ZION Promotions’ Poetry Slam returns for its 13th year for an evening filled with poetry from artists within the community. The event will take place at Finch Tavern and Bistro in Farmville, North Carolina, on Saturday from 8 to 11 p.m. Lester Howard, founder and CEO of Zion Promotions, said Poetry Slam brings forth a “competitive nature” to poetry and expression of words. These types of events typically have a high attendance range, Howard said, due to its competitiveness factor. There will be three rounds in which up to 12 poets are given three minutes for their original performance with no additional aids. “They can’t use any props or music or anything,” Howard said. “It’s just the poet and the microphone. There are five random judges that are chosen from the audience before the slam begins.” Howard said judges score competitors based on how each performance appeals to them, until poets are eliminated after three rounds are held. $1,000 cash prices are given to the top three finalists, he said. Anyone who enjoys arts and great music, Howard said, are encouraged to come out to the event. The event’s location, Finch Tavern, provides a space for excellent dining and lounging, as well as beverages. “So they have really good food, really great

adult beverages and just drinks in general,” Howard said. “And the music is really good, it’s a very laid back atmosphere and it gives people an alternative - something to do besides just going to a sports bar, just going to a club. You get to see live entertainment.” Howard said his goal is to spread more awareness for poetry in eastern North Carolina to the public as well as the East Carolina University community.

Howard said. “Because it’s been 13 years but a lot of people still don’t know that poetry exists in the east.” Clevette “Chyna” Roberts, city of Kinston, North Carolina’s, first poet laureate, said she is a spoken word artist FULL STORY herself, who has an open mic business known as ILLusions. Roberts said Poetry Slams are a place where poets are given the opportunity to share their art and engage with those who attend the show. “As they (poets) share their poetry, it gives them the opportunity to be heard,” Roberts said. “But also to get the chance to see how the audience enjoyed it.” Roberts said those who attend the show can look forward to embracing the art of poetry, meeting new people who have a background in art and poetry. Roberts said she would encourage individuals to attend in order to meet new artists, which may in return, inspire new poetry. Individuals can be exposed to several various types and see their art. “Meet people, where they are, in their art,” Roberts said. “And hopefully it inspires them to share their art in different forms.” Many students search for activities such as General admission will cost $15 per ticket. poetry groups and open mic nights, Howard said, More information can be found on Zion and are unsure of the plentiful opportunities that Promotion’s website. are provided to them through Zion Productions. This writer can be contacted at arts@theeastcarolinian.com. “I really want people to know that we exist,”

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their poetry, it gives them the opportunity to be heard,” Roberts said. “But also to get the chance to see how „ the audience enjoyed it. -Clevette Roberts

‘Once on this Island’ comes to Greenville soon Pel Law

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E ast C arolina University/L o essin Playhouse will present a production of the coming-of-age stage musical ‘Once on This Island’ from Wednesday until Nov. 19 next week in the McGinnis Auditorium in Greenville, North Carolina. Jayme K. Host, Producing Artistic Director for ECU/Loessin Playhouse, said ‘Once on this Island’ is a Caribbean reinterpretation of the beloved fairy tale ‘The Little Mermaid’. The musical set in the French Jayme K. Host Antilles tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who falls in love with a wealthy young man from a different side of the island. “It’s sort of like Romeo and Juliet,” Host said. “Where they’re from two different worlds and the world keeps trying to pull them apart.” Host said ‘Once on this Island’ is ECU School of Theatre and Dance’s third production for the fall semester and is directed by Lisanne Shaffer Dickerson, choreographed by Tommi Galaska and features Dan Rutzen as the musical director. The production has a great cast of theater and dance students as well, Host said, which includes Casey Wortham in the lead role of Ti Moune and Zion Zollicoffer as Daniel, the love interest. The stage musical will also feature set design by Nolan O’Dell and costume by Delta Smith. “This is our first production on the campus that is all cast with our global majority students,” Host said. “I’m really excited to share this with the community and our community partners and just celebrate the story and our students.” Amanda Hudson, business services

coordinator for ECU/Loessin Playhouse, said the show will have evening performances starting on Wednesday until Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Then on Nov. 19, there will be a 2 p.m. show. Hudson said ‘Once on this Island’ is a wonderful show filled with colors, rhythms and magic. Everything from the set, lighting and costumes is very well thought out with the design and production team working hard to bring the world to life on the stage. “The show itself is about an hour and a half with no intermission,” Hudson said. “So as far as musicals goes, it’s pretty short but it’s powerful.” Hudson said one of her favorite songs from the musical is called ‘The Human Heart’ that is performed by one of the gods. She said while opening night will be very exciting, she personally likes to attend shows on the weekends to allow the casts to settle into their roles. Anyone who likes a good story or musical theater will enjoy this production, Hudson said, and because of the themes of the story, young Black girls and Black women in particular will resonate with it very deeply. “We all want to experience love and we all want to find our path in life,” Hudson said. “We all want to make a difference and leave our mark on the world and that’s what this beautiful tale is trying to portray.” Zion Zollicoffer, senior musical theater major at ECU, said he will be playing the role of Daniel, the character who’s privilege and ideologies are a major conflict in the stage musical. Zollicoffer said there are a lot of Haitian and Caribbean roots therefore expect to hear music and see dance inspired by those regions. “It just feels culturally appropriate,” Zollicoffer said. “As soon as you hear the opening number, it

feels like you are not in 2023 in America, you are like transported to a different universe.” Zollicoffer said rehearsals have been a very fast-paced process, with the cast learning all the music Zion Zollicoffer and dance only in a couple of days. He said everyone in the cast is striving to be the best version of themselves in the production. One of the biggest themes in the play is the idea of how love conquers all, Zollicoffer said, the musical will bring joy to guests but there will also be very emotional parts as well. “Come and laugh,” Zollicoffer said. “And to hear great music, great dancing, great performers and then also perhaps, maybe cry.” Zollicoffer said the story will tackle important issues important to the Black and Brown communities with everyone in the show being a person of color. He said the production gives students who may not have had opportunities in the past a chance to be seen. According to the ECU School of Theatre and Dance website, tickets start at $10 for ECU students and $20 for general admission. Tickets are currently available for purchase at the Central Ticket Office in the Main Campus Student Center and through the website. This writer can be contacted at arts@theeastcarolinian.com.

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Opinion

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Preparation begins for end of semester

As the end of the semester draws closer each week, Pirates should begin preparing for finals, brushing up on study habits and preparing for the upcoming spring semester. Although the last months of the semester can be chaotic and stressful, it’s important to ensure academics are caught up on and plans are being finalized for courses, jobs and internships in the next semester. We, the editorial staff of The East Carolinian, believe academics should remain a priority, but it’s also important to remember to prioritize your mental health and balance of work and personal life as well. This can be a struggle, but it can be balanced well if time is set aside wisely. ECU has several resources that are available for students to utilize on campus, including the ECU Counseling Center, The College Advising Center, The University Writing Center and The Pirate Academic Success Center. This is also the perfect time to finalize applying for jobs and internships and have a plan in place for next semester. Even if it seems like a long shot, go ahead and apply for that job you’ve been eyeing on LinkedIn. It’s also a great time to put a study group together and prepare or fill out study guides, practice presentations and catch up on any remaining assignments in order to finish up the semester strong. Don’t be afraid to speak up and ask for help if needed. Stress can be reduced through several management tactics in order to keep stress levels to a minimum.

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Downtown Werne, Germany, where Kassner grew up. Werne is 45 minutes from the Netherlands and hosts people from various backgrounds.

Why getting to know cultures is a must For the past two and a half years I have been living in the United States and being from another country has made me realize how important it is to get to know other cultures Kim Kassner apart from your own. T E C S TA FF I grew up in Germany in a small town near the border of the Netherlands. Different cultures have always been around me because of that, whether it were the Dutch people or people crossing the borders for a day or weekend since distances are ‘shorter’ compared to the U.S. Before living abroad, I never realized how being influenced by all those various cultures have affected me growing up. I got to learn new languages, exchange stories with people who have had the craziest adventures, ate foods and drank drinks I never imagined existed and so much more. It didn’t only introduce me to all these new ‘worlds’, but it also taught me there are multiple ways how to live

communities’ beliefs, as well as the education you received (from both at home and the schools you attended). I believe there is a beauty behind exploring new cultures and all the benefits you receive from them. Not only are you broadening your horizon, but you also learn so much about who you are and who you want to become. By weighing all the positive influences other cultures bring, getting to know them is a must. If you can’t travel to other parts of the world due to finances, your health, or other reasons try to connect with your local communities who come from other countries. Meeting people online, exchanging messages with them or even meeting them over video chat can be another option. Whatever way you decide, just do it and you’ll feel the magic behind it!

your life and that there is no ‘correct’ way. Coming to the U.S. I have quickly learned that there are a lot of people here who haven’t had the chance to leave the country and explore more of the world. Even though they might have been exposed to other cultures through their travels in the states, I believe it’s not the same as actually getting out there and experiencing something completely new. By getting to know other cultures, it can change how one FULL STORY (definitely I) sees the world. It always seemed like the problems in my home country Germany were overwhelming and nowhere else could it be as bad. But learning more about the way other people live, it has opened up my eyes that it actually can be worse and that ‘our’ problems aren’t that bad. They are simply different from what I know and what I was taught in my home. Apart from all the great things you learn from different cultures, it also teaches you a lot more about yourself. You start realizing a lot of the things you believe in were built upon your

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Why can’t Victoria’s Secret catch a break Pel Law

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Since its cancellation in the mid-2010s, the lingerie and beauty brand Victoria’s Secret has been putting effort towards multiple comebacks but unfortunately for the company, it just can’t catch a break. This fall saw the release of “The Tour”, a documentary project replacing the brand’s once popular annual fashion shows. The film, described as a platform where creatives from around the world can showcase their talents, received very little buzz and the buzz it did manage to get was primarily negative. The documentary is an example of some of the brand’s most recent comeback attempts, which focuses on diversity and representation. Prior to this, the company replaced their Angels ambassadorship with the VS Collective, a type of program working with diverse individuals. Along their rebranding journey, they also launched several inclusive advertising

campaigns and hired a chief diversity officer. What set the stage for these new marketing tactics was a lot of controversy and backlash. Even during its heyday, the brand was constantly criticized for promoting unrealistic beauty standards and prioritizing the male gaze. Then in the mid-2010s, VS was hit with allegations of exploiting young women, cultural appropriation and discriminatory practices. The company’s reputation was further damaged because of a remark made by their Chief Marketing Officer, Ed Razek as well as the connections between the brand’s owner, Leslie Wexner and Jeffrey Epstein. Their sales and viewership saw a decline, which ultimately resulted in the closure of stores and the cancellation of their fashion shows. Fast forward to the present and VS still hasn’t fully recovered. Their latest attempt with the “The Tour” gives us many reasons as to why the company is still stuck trying to rebrand. But if there’s one recurring theme, it

has to be tokenism. While the brand likes to claim they’re correcting their mistakes, it feels more like they’re trying to bury the past. The pandering and performative activism is also very obvious, with them always jumping on the latest social movement trends. What VS needs to understand is that no one wants to be pandered to and minorities aren’t marketing tools. Tik Toks of fans asking for the “old Victoria’s Secret” back went viral, with many suggesting they should bring the old branding back but be more inclusive this time. A concept executives should consider implementing for their next comeback attempt and maybe that will give them the break they’ve been looking for.

Pel Law is a junior majoring in communication. To contact the editor, email opinion@theeastcarolinian.com.

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HOROSCOPES A r i e s (March 21-April 19) — Today is HOROan 8 — Listen carefully to what your partner has to say. Don’t worry about the future. Together, you’re more powerful. Prioritize practicalities, here and now.

L e o ( Ju ly 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8 — You’re especially creative. Write, edit and craft your piece. Talk about what you love. Put your heart into your expression and it’s especially persuasive.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Support team efforts. Discuss shared dreams, possibilities and options. Don’t take things personally. There’s no time for gossip. Keep your sense of humor and win.

Tau r u s (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 9 — Get your body moving and build energy. Score extra points by adding a natural connection. Enjoy beautiful vistas and fresh air. Savor something delicious.

V i r g o (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 9 — Take advantage of great conditions to advance your lucrative plans. Focus on what you love. Have faith in your own capabilities and imagination.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is an 8 — Imagine exciting professional possibilities. Don’t take anything for granted. Amplify and grow the fun and passion in your work. Go for distance, not speed.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is an 8 — Romance is a dist inc t possibility. Create works of beauty. Express your heart in words and symbolism. Savor art, music and poetry. Share and connect.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 9 — You’re especially attractive and charismatic. Follow your heart to grow. Use your power responsibly. Invent an inspiring possibility to develop into reality. Create something beautiful.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — Study, listen, and learn. Explore new cultures, flavors and philosophies. Open up to new ideas. Play with someone who sparks your creativity. Expand perspectives.

C ancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 7 — Enjoy a domestic phase. Surround yourself w it h b e aut y, comfor ts and peace. Make a useful, lovely improvement. Clean, sort and declutter. Share homemade treats.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is a 6 — Relax privately. Look for opportunities hiding behind a transition. Take extra care of yourself. Rest and recharge. Love, beauty and nature feed your spirit.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 9 — Collaborate to take advantage of a lucrative opportunity. Grow and save resources for the ones you love. Contribute to the family pot. Work together.

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The East Carolinian Sports experts predict this week’s events

Nick Bailey Sports Editor

ECU vs. FAU Score Prediction? 28-17 FAU Why? The Owls contain an explosive offense, putting up 28 points per game this season. This ECU football team seems to keep improving slightly the past two weeks, but the losing streak will continue for the Pirates after having to guard a top 5 receiving yards leader in LaJohntay Wester.

Ashleigh Cash

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ECU vs. FAU Score Prediction? 25-14 FAU Why? ECU has shown signs of improvement over the past couple games, with the offense firing more cohesively. But they face an FAU team that can be hard to beat, and the Owls have been involved in some high-scoring games recently. If ECU’s defense can keep performing like they have been, this game can break that streak.

Abby Brennan

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ECU vs. FAU Score Prediction? 40-21 FAU Why? FAU standing is currently No. 5 in the conference while we stand in last. Having such a tough time connecting with the offense and our coaches not being the best. FAU will exploit our down comings.

ASHLEIGH CASH | FOR THE EAST CAROLINIAN

Team Gold, managed by Jaden Winter and Justin Wilcoxen, came away with the series scrimmage win after taking games two and three.

Gold team takes Purple-Gold World Series Ashleigh Cash

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The Purple-Gold World Series was held on Nov. 3 through Nov. 4 in Clark-LeClair Stadium, as fans were treated to a weekend full of fall baseball to wrap up the team’s fall season. Team Purple, managed by senior reliever Danny Beal and senior outfielder Ryley Johnson, staged a comeback late in game one that was fueled by their pitching staff. Team Gold, managed by junior reliever Jaden Winter and senior catcher Justin Wilcoxen, would explode in the sixth inning of the remaining two games, taking the series thanks to offensive surges from their lineup. Both teams came out swinging in game one, each putting runs on the board within the first frame. In the top of the first, Gold scored five on three hits, two home runs and a single. Sophomore infielder Dixon Williams kicked off the action with a two-run homer and senior first baseman Cam Clonch would follow that up with a three-run shot of his own. In the bottom half of the frame, a lead-off double from senior infielder Joey Berini and a few defensive errors from Gold would allow Purple to put two runs on the board. Purple continued to chip away at the lead, scoring one run in the fourth on two singles and a walk. The score remained 5-3 until the sixth, when Purple would complete the comeback to take the win. Sophomore infielder Nathan Chrismon brought Purple within one score thanks to his two runs batted in (RBI) at the bottom of the sixth. He stole third, getting to scoring position with no outs for freshman infielder Isaac Armstrong, who delivered for his team in a big spot. Armstrong hit a two run shot to give Purple the lead, completing the comeback and showing why the Pirates signed him. “It felt great to get a swing off in that spot for my team,” Armstrong wrote in an email statement to The East Carolinian. “I just wanted to get on base and keep the chain moving and ended up getting a pitch to handle. I was excited to get the chance to deliver in a big spot for my guys, and was glad we could get the momentum back on our side and seal the win for Team Purple!” In game two, we saw Purple’s junior pitcher Trey Yesavage face off against Gold’s Zach Root as the two starters on the mound. Each starter gave their team 4.1 innings. Gold would take advantage of a bit of

wildness from Yesavage, using hit batters, walks and wild pitches to score two runs. Despite the runs and wildness, Yesavage didn’t allow a hit in his outing, striking out six. Meanwhile, Root gave up two hits and two walks but didn’t allow a run, working out of any jam that he got into. He struck out five batters. Junior right-hander Jake Hunter came in to relieve Yesavage, giving up back-to-back walks. He would give up Gold’s first hit to Williams, who continued his great offensive series and plated another run to put them up 3-0. Junior right handed pitcher Wyatt Lunsford-Shenkman relieved Root. He closed out the game for Gold, pitching 2.2 and giving up one run on three hits. FULL STORY In game two, more of the experienced players hit the field and Armstrong said they have been a crucial part of the younger players’ development. “The older guys have been a huge help to all of us. Carter Cunningham has been big in the dugout helping us really buy into our approach and commit to our plan,” Armstrong wrote. “All the veterans are great leaders and are huge parts of the development of the younger players and I believe that is why we have been so successful for so long.” The sixth inning was the game’s gamebreaker, as Gold batted around, plating seven runs on six singles. Campbell transfer Chandler Williford joined the game for Purple after a flyout and an error. Another error cost Purple two more runs, but a hit by pitch and four singles added three more to put Gold ahead 7-0. Gold reached double digits thanks to a two-run double that rolled to the wall by sophomore outfielder Jacob Jenkins-Cowart. Gold entered the top of the seventh up 10-0. Purple broke up the shutout with an RBI

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double from freshman catcher Walker Barron, but could get no more. In game two, more of the experienced players played and the younger players around them have shown them the way to success.

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on base and keep the chain moving and ended up getting a pitch to handle. I was excited to get the chance to deliver in a big spot for my guys, and was glad we could get the momentum back on our side and seal the win for Team „ Purple! -Issac Armstrong This writer can be contacted at sports@theeastcarolinian.com.

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Junior quarterback Alex Flinn passed for only 15 yards in the second half vs. No. 20 Tulane.

ECU football takes on FAU Trevon McGlone TEC STAFF

East Carolina University’s football team (1-8, 0-5 American Athletic Conference) heads to Boca Raton, Florida, to play against Florida Atlantic University (FAU) (4-5, 3-2 AAC) on Saturday at 4 p.m. The Pirates are trying to win their first road game of the season. ECU has been outscored 138-75 on the year in their four road games. The Pirates last game against No. 20 Tulane (8-1, 5-0 AAC) resulted in a close 13-10 defeat for ECU. Heading into this game against FAU, the Pirates will face a FAU defense that gives up 26 points per game to opposing teams. Despite an 0-4 record, ECU has scored 20 points or more in two of their road games. ECU also has recorded more passing yards on the road than they have at home this year. Defensively, the Pirates will be trying to keep FAU’s scoring offense out of the endzone. FAU averages 27 points per game, most recently scoring 45 and 38 points in their last two games. FAU offense is led by their junior quarterback Daniel Richardson. “10 (Richardson) was the starter at Central Michigan, transferred to FAU and has played the bulk of the season this year,” Head Coach Mike

Houston said in his weekly press conference. “He has played very well. Fairly mobile guy, athletic, throws the ball very well in the pocket.” Richardson has thrown nine touchdowns in his last four games, helping FAU win two of those four games. A potential advantage for ECU’s defense is that Richardson has thrown an interception in every game he played in for FAU this year. In addition to Richardson, ECU will have to face FAU’s junior wide receiver Lajohntay Wester. Wester is top five in receiving yards, receiving touchdowns, while leading the NCAA in receptions per game and total reception. This is statistically, the toughest matchup the Pirates have faced so far this season against a wide receiver. ECU and FAU have only played once before this weekend back on Sept. 5, 2013, with the Pirates defeating FAU 31-13. Despite this fact, both ECU and FAU have played in both the same conferences, FAU joining Conference-USA in 2013 and ECU leaving in 2014 to join the AAC. FAU joined the AAC just nine years later. Following this game against FAU, the Pirates take on the United States Naval Academy (3-5, 2-3 AAC) in Annapolis, Maryland, next on Nov. 18 at noon, with the game broadcasted on ESPN+. This writer can be contacted at sports@theeastcarolinian.com.