Sept. 20, 2019 Hutchinson Collegian

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New fire science instructor has experience The student voice of Hutchinson Community College

September 20, 2019

By Samarah Bailey Staff Writer

Storming a federally-owned Air Force base isn’t an idea that crosses many people’s minds, that is until the Facebook post “Storm Area 51, They Can’t Stop All of Us” went viral this past June.

Ever since the original post came out, people all around the world have been talking about whether or not it is worth storming the base to settle once and for all what is hidden there.

Even students at

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Hutchinson Community College are talking about this trend since the scheduled date for the storming of the base is Friday.

As far as plans for actually participating in the event, students seem wary.

“I think invading a government institution is just an overall bad idea,” HutchCC freshman Zachary Shanline said.

Another HutchCC student, Guthrie Turner, said, “I think that it is a terrible idea… however, I am one for underdogs.

So [for] the ones that do go, I would just like to say ‘Good luck.’ If they come out on top, great for them; however, I will probably not be participating for the sole reason that I would probably die.”

Like Turner, many other students seem to like the idea of people storming Area 51, even if they stress that it is not a

“I will probably not be participating for the sole reason that I would probably die.”

Guthrie Turner

good idea.

When asked about what she would do if someone she knew wanted to storm Area 51,

HutchCC student Amari Lowe said, “I’d probably tell them to think about it, and if they really want it, they really want it.”

believe that they have the potential to hide alien life.”

Freshman Aspyn Conner summed up what many people seem to be thinking about the light-hearted yet incredibly dangerous “Storm Area 51” movement.

“Storming the restricted area with thousands of people would be an interesting movement to be apart of, and a great story to tell the grandkids one day,” Conner said.

Of course, that’s if you make it out alive.

“Don’t storm Area 51, but if you do, FaceTime me.”

“Honestly, I think if people are interested in this type of stuff they should.”

Amari Lowe

But the real question everyone wants the answer to is this: Is the government hiding secrets at Area 51?”

“Absolutely, yes,” Turner said when asked if he believed aliens were hidden at Area 51.

“In [the Cosmosphere] there’s a big SR-71 stealth jet. [It’s the] fastest plane in the world. For the longest time, lots of people didn’t even know it existed. That’s because it was developed in Area 51. So, if they are able to hide something of that magnitude, I really do

Zachary Shanline

“A great story to tell the grandkids one day. That is, if you make it out alive.”

Aspyn Conner Photos by Samarah Bailey/Staff Writer

The physics behind the Area 51 Naruto run

By Rachel Lyons Staff Writer

Rachel is a small Nevada town that bears a striking resemblance to some towns in Kansas.

The only difference is that around Saturday, Rachel, Nevada could see a temporary population boom as a group of people were suggesting storming the nearby United States Government Facility Area 51.

Rachel may also have a lesson in Anime, specifically Naruto, during this time.

What do Naruto and Area 51 have in common? Nothing, except the common belief of those who are who are plan-

ning to Storm Area 51 on Saturday, is that this type of running, characterized by arms outstretched behind the runner, and a slightly bent posture, will prevent bullets shot by snipers from hitting a person.

Guthrie Turner, Hutchinson Community College student from Arlington, and Hunter Roberts, HutchCC student from Hutchinson, however, said they believe that by the laws of physics this is highly impossible, or improbable at best.

Turner said the inefficiency of the Naruto run during the Area 51 raid is best described

by the Ether phenomena, which was the original belief that ether was the material that light travels through in a black hole.

The Michelson-Morley experiment would later prove this wrong, and state that Ether isn’t real.

A generalized rational is that the Michelson-Morley experiment proved that Ether isn’t real in

black holes, and we treat Area 51 as though it is a black hole, therefore we can easily prove that the Naruto Run would possibly have the same effect.

While this conversation went on, Roberts offered a more profound thought.

“Why do people think that if we raid Area 51 and happen to get through, that the government has not moved the aliens to a different location just in case?” Roberts said.

That offered a valid point that Roberts countered with the conclusion that the Area 51 raid would end in more casualties than it would be worth.

While Turner and Roberts had strong opinions based in physics, Andrew Tash had a more laid-back view on the whole raid. Tash stated that he found the raid, and the press around it, to be amusing but that he personally didn’t think that he would want involved in the raid.

Overall, this reflects two of three generalized opinions of non-Hutchinson Community College students. The only general opinion not reflected

by Turner, Roberts, and Tash Is a dislike of the raid overall.

Famous ‘Bubble Boy’ director speaks to HutchCC students

By Tabitha Barr Editor in Chief

If you’ve ever seen the 2001 film “Bubble Boy” starring Jake Gyllenhaal, then you’re clearly in the know with how the world can be scary, but worth the adventure.

Blair Hayes, director of “Bubble Boy” and many other projects, is a jack-of-all-trades in the media world and has been for more than 20 years.

Writer, producer, director, camera operator and more, Hayes has experienced several opportunities in his life that lead to a successful career in

the film world.

He spoke at Hutchinson Community College’s campus in late August, talking to students about what he’s accomplished and how they can be successful at whatever they do if they are passionate about it.

Hayes attended film school at the University of Miami to pursue a love for movies and film. He landed a job as a PA (production’s assistant) while in school and moved up the ladder from there during and after graduation. He started working in commercials, and although not his first pick, it gave him a big leg up in the film world.

From a PA to a location scout to being apart of the Directors Guild of America, he became an AD (assistant director) for a lot of commercial

companies, which skyrocketed his career.

This led to Hayes making good money at a young age. At 25, he bought his first house, fully funded from his work ethic. Commercial companies began to know his name and were requesting him to work on their next project. Hayes had made a name and quite a long list of clients in a short period.

Even though the commercial gig was beneficial for his wallet and his resume, commercials weren’t Hayes’ passion. At 29, he left the commercial world to focus on becoming the director he’d dreamed of being. Hayes said he sold his house and “used the $80,000 of the $100,000 profit to create a film reel.”

Back then, it wasn’t as easy

The happenings around campus

Upcoming events

Sept. 20 — Concert Jazz Band and Badinage at B.J. Warner Recital Hall 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Sept. 20 — Blue Dragon Volleyball Classic vs.

Jefferson College 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Sept 21 — Reno County Heart Walk 9:15 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Sept 21 — Cross Country at Missouri Southern Stampede 9 a.m. - noon Sept 21 — Women’s Soccer vs. Pratt 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

as using some editing software and playing around, but a complicated and expensive process. In just a couple of months, he found a production company that brought him on as a director. Not long after, he landed a Chevrolet commercial and did a re-edit of it. The company enjoyed his version and it ended up playing during

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Photo by Matthew Watson/HutchCC Media Director Blair Hayes explains his process and the shots chosen from Bubble Boy.

Blue Dragons weekend forecast

Friday —High: 79 Low: 70 Saturday—High: 83 Low: 69 Sunday —High: 78 Low: 59

the Olympics broadcasts.

His film reel and creativity paid off in the long run as he started directing his full feature-length film, “Bubble Boy”. This film came with its complications after the release and lead Hayes back to commercials.

Inside Scoop

Opinion: Page 2 -Tabitha Barr breaks down how she’s grown from writing ‘The Women’s Corner.’

Campus: Page 3 - Jeff Deal’s journey from firefighter to teacher Sports: Page 5 - Football coach Rhoades reaches landmark win

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Vaping Heart Walk for all control before gun control?

Our view

The United States has been in conflict with a lot of current issues for quite some time now. Being a nation that is based on “freedom”, we don’t really know where that line stands anymore.

Half of the country has been fighting for gun control, especially after the 283 mass shootings in the U.S., reported by the Gun Violence Archive. That number equals more days than we’ve had total this year.

After heavy death tolls and everyone scared about mass shootings, nothing has been done or determined. The fight continues to be, “You can’t take away our guns,” while the other side is screaming, “We don’t want to ban guns, we just need gun control.” No side is giving and we continue to circle around this solvable issue.

But when it comes to other health risks, it seems like controlling it is easy. On the week of Sept. 4,, Michigan was the first state to ban the sale of all flavored

e-cigarettes. New York followed two weeks later.

So let’s get this straight. The U.S. will ban flavored e-cigarettes after it kills seven people, but won’t even talk about gun control after hundreds of children and adults are dead?

Everyone agrees that we want our nation to be a healthy and safe one, but how can we bypass gun

reform like it’s not affecting more than e-cigarette deaths?

Students are afraid to attend school because of mass shootings.

People are scared to go to movie theaters, churches, stores, parking lots and highways because of mass shootings.

But what we’re not fearing, is the sight of e-cigarettes. Tobacco has been killing people for ages

and what has been done to ban that? But when the leaders of this country want to ignore the big problem because it’s “too hard,” they seek the tiny issues they can get their hands on.

So when are we, as a country, going to come together and do something about the gun problem that’s killing people? Hopefully sooner than we fear.

Cap ‘n Gown Debacle The way that the students over at Maize High School have reacted, all over a change in the graduation cap and gown color, honestly just upsets me. Maize High taking the initiative to make everything neutral so their non-binary student wouldn’t feel pressured into picking a gender.

Maize even released a statement that says the changes intentions was a vision of unity and that they want all students to feel “included, welcomed, and respected.” I think that sounds amazing, but to a lot of the students, they felt it was ruining the “schools tradition.”

I read a tweet that said “What started off as us wanting to keep a maize tradition turned into your feelings about the LGBTQ.. that’s mental”.

Columnist

Emily Fehrman To the person who tweeted this, I’m sorry but “school tradition” my a--. You know, most people butthurt over the change don’t care about simple color or are even worried about “tradition”. It gives them an excuse to be homophobic and

transphobic out loud for everyone to see and hear, disquised as school spirit.

I feel so much sadness for the student that this was implemented for, because the scrutiny they’ve faced over these petty children. I wish we could live in a society where it’s OK to be yourself at a young age without scrutiny. I commend the school for seeing that this will benefit so many students struggling with their identity, to feel included and accepted.

I don’t even see a point in having students be seperated by gender when it comes to cap and gowns. I think everyone wearing the school’s prodominant color together gives a good message to them, they’re all equal.

High school is a time ruled by cliques and a hierarchy of popularity. Graduation represents starting anew, having this future that you can mold for yourself. You can change the narative of which you live your life by. So yeah, I think everyone being the same on the day that changes your life is a good idea.

So many students have also posted anti-gay and anti-trans rhetoric, saying it’s a “choice”. I don’t think I even need to rant about how wrong and upsetting that is.

No one cares about tradition until change from “tradition” comes with change from outdated and offensive action.

Emily Fehrman is a Pretty Prairie sophomore studying Journalism

The Women’s Corner Growing out of the toxicity

Columnist

Tabitha Barr Hey, looky here …

She’s back, and she’s a stronger feminist than EVER. It’s good to be back, (even if it is just for this edition.)

I thought for this week I would get back to my old roots and take it back to last year’s opinion pieces. But I want this to be more of a reminiscent column and how I have grown by sharing my thoughts with you all as my audience. Some of you may be new, so I’ll explain.

Last year, I was the Opinion Page Editor and had a weekly column that focused on all things

female. I wrote about social issues, feminism and so much more.

In writing those pieces, I found myself and what I truly believe and value. I know more about myself and the person I want to be.

So I’d like to use this week as a remembrance and thanks to “The Women’s Corner” because it let me speak my mind without feeling pushed away. In an area where sexism is still subtly present, I was able to say what I needed to say and be heard, rather than shushed and scolded for my beliefs.

Now, I still got flack from those who thought I was “too much of a feminist,” but in truth, it just means that they heard my opinion.

Whether they agreed or not, they still paid attention to what I was trying to inform everyone about.

I was heard.

And through being heard, researching topics, learning more and more about the world of women, I found the feminist inside of me. I am passionate about women and their place in society. I want us to have our rightful place in this world, not just on the sidelines like

it used to be, (and kind of still is.)

Equality for women is needed and deserved. We are all humans and should all have the same opportunities and responsibilities in this life. Certain jobs are not for one sex only, but all sexes. Women and men are equal and should be treated and seen as such.

Last year, I faced someone who thought my feminism was a joke. I let them into my life thinking they would benefit me, but they really just made see why this world isn’t making any changes for the good.

This unnamed misogynistic person thought that my passion for feminism was a joke and argued with me whenever they could. But because I was forgiving, I saw it as just a “loving” gesture that was showing me a different point of view. But in harsh reality, that person was just an arrogant, misogynist jerk.

The only reason I am grateful that person passed through my life is because it made me realize where I stand and who I will let in my life. If you’re not a feminist, which means you don’t want

women to be treated equally with me, then I don’t need or want you by my side. I’m not going to keep someone close to me that thinks I’m less important just because of my biology. It’s ridiculous and childish that people still think like that and I feel sorry for them.

I hope one day the no-name and others like them can learn and grow from their shaded point of view. Because it’s amazing being a feminist. I get to see people standing up for our rights and showing the world what we can really do.

We are not just housemaids, cooks or baby-makers. We are just as powerful and successful as any man out there.

I am grateful to be with those who understand the role feminism plays in my life and everyone else’s. Thank you for letting me be me, and writing to you all about it.

Tabitha Barr is a Nickerson sophomore studying Media Communications and Production

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By Bailey Young Online Editor

Jeff Deal, a fire science instructor at Hutchinson Community College, has been in the fire science industry for 25 years as active duty, and a year as an instructor.

Coming in, as Deal would say, “overeducated” and learning even more on the field, he can share a lot with not only his students, but those across campus.

Deal has a lot to say about his experiences and the importance of education.

Deal said that every fire fighter has to go through the same process of promotion, from being a rookie handling the hoses on the back of the truck, to a driver, then a lieutenant, after that a captain, then a staff position in an office, and finally the titles of deputy chief and fire chief.

Deal became chief of McPherson’s fire department and stayed in that role for eight years.

“In that process, I’ve done basically every job that there is on the fire department,” Deal said. “The only thing I haven’t specifically done is the fire inspection type stuff, although I was certified in it.”

One may wonder why, after 25 years’ active duty, Deal’s next career step is teaching.

“It was kind of weird,” Deal said. “I kind of did everything backwards with my career.”

Deal took the traditional path through college – starting at a Garden City Community College for his associate’s, followed by HutchCC for his fire science degree, then working himself up through a bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University, and finally to a master’s degree from University of South Dakota.

“So, I came into the fire

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Photo by KJ Ryan/ The Collegian Long time McPherson fire chief is now a Hutchinson Community College fire instructor.

science department completely overeducated, when at the time all you needed was a pulse and a high school diploma,” Deal said.

“So on the job I got assigned a lot the role of being able to teach people … it was just kind of happenstance that I fell into that role.” Later, Deal got the opportunity to go to the training division and to train fire fighters.

He describes that time as when he “hit (his) stride.”

With being ready to retire, after serving as a teacher and having strong ties to education for the majority of his career, this position at HutchCC seemed like the right fit for him.

One of Deal’s most significant memories whilst serving on a unit was when there was a chimney fire during which the firefighters came in and “ruined the carpet and made things a whole lot worse.”

It was that call when Deal realized that he, amongst others, needed to do a better job of being mindful of how to solve the problem without making things worse. That’s one of the things students in the fire science program learn in their classes. He refers to it as the “Chimney Story”.

If students are wondering what to expect in Deal’s classes, he can assure you it’s not the hands-on experience every student wants to learn. In his class, he teaches

from the textbook.

We talk a lot about the science and the theories, and the practices, and the principals about what it is to be a true fire scientist,” Deal said.

He uses real-life experiences to explain to his students why they need to know this information, and he learns along with them, stating that he even learns new things and ideas from his students’ discussions.

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By Laci Sutton Staff Writer

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Jazz band hopes to start on the right note

Hutchinson Community College is home to two jazz groups. Both of these groups will be showcased in their kickoff concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday at Stringer Fine Arts Center.

The performance will feature the HutchCC Concert Jazz Band under the direction of Nick Schroeder, and Badinage, HutchCC’s top vocal jazz group, under the direction of Neal Allsup.

The upcoming concert is unique from previous September concerts as they will be featuring guest saxophonist, Adam Larson. Originally from Illinois, Adam moved to New York where he eventually became one of the top saxophonists in New York. Adam has moved back to the midwest and will be featured in a few vocal jazz songs, as well as four out of six of the Con-

cert Jazz Band’s songs during Friday’s concert.

“This is really the finest jazz program in Kansas, especially when you consider it’s a community college.” Schroeder said.

Badinage has been nationally recognized for its talent, receiving multiple DownBeat Student Music Awards. The DownBeat Student Music Award was established in 1976 and is considered to be the most prestigious award in jazz education.

Badinage has also been selected to perform at Carnegie Hall on numerous occasions and has participated in many State of Kansas Music Conventions.

The music these groups perform is some of the most challenging music they will perform in their lives. The directors push them to be the best possible musicians they can be, and it

definitely shows at each of their performances.

Ryan Raedick, freshman at HutchCC, is in his first year with the Badinage. Roedick is excited for their first performance and says he’s “mostly looking forward to showing everyone how hard we’ve worked and all of our new songs.”

“It’s been awesome to be able to kind of form a family with these people,” Raedick said.

The concert will be held in the B.J. Warner Recital Hall located on the HutchCC main campus. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $5 for

students. HutchCC students and faculty get in free with school ID. There will be nine more performances for the groups throughout the rest of this year.

“It’s really high quality entertainment for very cheap,” Schroeder said.

Heart Walk set to stroll across campus

By Emily Branson Staff Writer

Photo by HutchCC A HutchCC student wins big at the Heart Walk raffle

On Saturday, Hutchinson Community College will be hosting the Reno County Heart Walk to raise money for the American Heart Association. The event will begin at 8 a.m., with the walk beginning at 9:15 a.m.

This year, HutchCC raffled off 15 prize baskets, raising $568. All items in the baskets were donated by people on campus.

“The raffle was an awesome idea,” said HutchCC Payroll Specialist Jolene Williamson. “It worked really well for us.”

Activities on Saturday will be for people of all ages to enjoy. This includes face painting and coloring books for kids.

Food for thought

By Caleb Spencer Staff Writer

When Jack Kipp took the job as Food Service Director for Great Western Dining, students hoped that the change would lead to an increase in cafeteria food quality.

In prior years, students had complained frequently about the cafeteria food quality, and Kipp hoped to resolve some of these issues as director.

Kipp already knew his way around Hutchinson before accepting the job as the Food Service Director. Having grown up in Hutch, Kipp found his homecoming last year to be comforting from a personal standpoint.

“I wanted to be closer to home,” he said about why he left Independence Community College for

HutchCC. At Independence, Kipp worked for the catering service Premier Food Service, and before that, he worked as an electrician. However, after switching from a manager role at Applebee’s to being an electrician, Kipp said why he felt that being an electrician wasn’t for him.

“You miss the stress,” said Kipp regarding the reason why he went back to food service.

After becoming director, Kipp knew that changes needed to be made. One specific change he made revolved around the variety of meals offered.

“As tired as the students got eating the food, I got tired making it,” said Kipp about the lack of variety, “I try to

remember when I was your guys’ age and try to remember what I liked.”

The improvements made to the menu are a part of a team effort.

“I’m not trying to be the one hogging all the glory,” Kipp said. “Every decision we make we do together.”

Kipp gave credit to his entire staff, and specifically named his Assistant Director, Candy, for helping out with the responsibilities of his work.

It seems that students’ hopes about the cafeteria food improving have been fulfilled. Multiple students that I spoke to expressed how much the food has improved over last year’s offerings.

Overall, Jack Kipp has done what he hoped he could do.

“We have several activities, a warm up, and a (disc jockey),” Williamson said. She is a volunteer for the Executive Leadership Team for the Heart Walk. “It will be a fun morning. There will be blood-pressure checks, fruit-infused water stations, and people can learn how to do hands only CPR.” All money is raised by donation and goes directly to the AHA. Donations will further research on heart disease and helps provide CPR modules for high school students as part of their curriculum.

“Last year, the initiative was that all high school students were required to have CPR training before they graduated,” Williamson said.

“They were trying to get

the modules put into high schools to help students learn CPR. They are continuing on with that this year, since they cost quite a bit of money.”

One of the most important aspects of the Heart Walk is not only raising money, but raising awareness for heart disease. It is important to be aware of the symptoms, such as chest pain or shortness of breath, and the causes of heart disease. Some causes of heart disease include high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol, and lack of physical activity, according to the American Heart Association, www.heart.org.

“Heart disease is not just for old people,” Williamson said. “It can be for anybody. If people

can go and get checked out, then they have that prevention and can get it treated ahead of time.

You have to know the signs, be aware of them, and pay attention to them.”

Williamson said she encourages all students to come out on Saturday morning wearing their red HutchCC t-shirts given out by marketing this year.

“Come out and enjoy the morning,” Williamson said. “Participate with your friends, colleagues, your instructors. There will be a one mile and three mile walk so you can get in your exercise for the morning. It’s not just for employees and the community, we want the students to be there.”

Kathleen Koch, former CNN reporter, visits HutchCC Photos by Aaron Strain/Web Master

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Sports

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earned KJCCC and NCAA Special Teams of the week honors with his 95-yard kickoff return for a touchdown.

Offensively, the Blue Dragons amassed 311 yards on 82 plays scrimmage. The Blue Dragons rushed for 184 yards led by Kendall Cross, who had 78 yards on 16 carries. Quarterback Mark Wright was 13 of 24 passing for 116 yards.

Sports/Campus Hutch had a 20-7 lead at halftime and scored the only points in the second half.

Volleyball – The volleyball team opened a stretch of 12 matches in 14 days with a tough five-set loss to Barton on Monday night at the Sports Arena.

The Blue Dragons won the first set, but the Cougars rallied back for a 23-25, 25-23, 26-24, 19-25, 15-6 Jayhawk West victory.

Blue Dragon freshman Katelyn Elstun got off to a fast start with six kills in the opening set victory. Elstun had six kills

over the final four sets and finished with a team high 12 kills on 30 swings. Freshman middle Myracle Lettries had a solid match with eight kills and six blocks. Camila Espejo had seven kills, while Jenna Thorne had seven kills and four blocks.

Sophomore setter Eboni Sapien had 22 assists and two ace serves. Freshman setter Laney Robertson had 20 assists and a pair of aces. Alissa Bautista finished with a season high 24 digs, while defensive specialist

Lauren Wilson had a season high 14 digs.

Golf – The Blue Dragons were consistent in windy conditions at the Ryan Palmer Foundation Classic in Amarillo, Texas. The Blue Dragons had a tournament-low round of 284. Freshman Tyler Trudo shot a 2-under 69 to lead the Blue Dragons in the final round.

Sophomore Nathan McCulloch carded a 1-under 70. The Blue Dragons also counted sophomore Charlie Crockett’s 1-over 72 and a 2-over 73 by freshman

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Trey McCrae. Sophomore Peyton Austin finished with a final round 74.

Crockett was the low Blue Dragon for the tournament.

Coming into the final round at 4-under, Crockett’s 72 on Tuesday gave him a 54-hole total of 210 and finished tied for seventh. Trudo finished tied for ninth at 211.

The Blue Dragons next compete at the Missouri Southern invitational on September 2223 in Monkey Island, Oklahoma.

Rhoades reaches milestone

Photo by Bre Rogers/Collegian Hutchinson Community College football coach Rion Rhoades looks on as his team defeats Fort Scott 27-7 Saturday in Fort Scott. The win was Rhoades’ 100th of his coaching career.

More scenes for HutchCC fall sports

Photo by Bre Rogers/Collegian Hutchinson Community College’s Jalen Roach looks to make a move against Fort Scott Saturday.

Photo by Nathan Addis/HutchCC Sports Information Hutchinson Community College’s Cameron Rodriguez dribbles the ball Saturday against Hesston.

Pompeo makes visit to Kansas State

By Aaron Strain Web Master

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo spoke about the State Department’s mission to protect unalienable rights during the September 6 Landon Lecture Series at Kansas State University.

Pompeo, a former U.S. representative from Kansas, mentioned the state’s historical leadership against slavery as an example of emboldening rights written in the Declaration of Independence and spoke about his current work in the White House.

During the time of “Bleeding Kansas” Pompeo said, “pro-slavery and anti-slavery settlers alike were flooding in, and often, violently clashing.

This brewing fight over slavery was, in essence, a fight over unalienable rights.”

The Secretary spoke about his current job promoting human rights through American foreign policy.

“We abhor violations of these rights, whenever and wherever they are committed,” he said. “That’s why I always speak out on behalf of the people of Iran, of Venezuela, of China, and people of all other national-

ities.”

Absent from his list of specific human rights violators were U.S. allies.

For example, Saudi Arabia, whose monarchical government regularly commits atrocities against its people and neighboring countries, remains a staunch ally of the U.S. in the Trump era.

“We owe it to all Americans to uphold this noble tradition of American leadership to secure rights, at home and abroad,” Pompeo said.

The audience then challenged Pompeo’s assertion of the administration’s primary focus to “promote and foster human rights around the world.”

A student said that before the speech began, “a lone woman holding a sign expressing displeasure with her government” was harassed

by Pompeo’s security detail and told to stay sitting and quiet.

Pompeo said, “I did not see that particular situation, so I’ll reserve comment. I have not been sheltered from protest. I’m pretty sure I know exactly what people think of our policies – good and bad.”

He said that speaking against the actions of government officials was an

essential right. He mentioned he has dealt with loud protestors in south-central Kansas and around the world. He called them, “people I find abhorrent – and their views abhorrent – and yet they’re welcome to speak loudly – and I do hope they do that every place we go.”

Another student, Cora Farley, said, “you talk so strongly about the unalienable rights that America wants to uphold, not only here in the States but also throughout the entire world, and yet the Trump administration very strongly opposes people coming here in search of those rights and being able to pursue happiness in countries where they may be safe.”

Pompeo responded, “that’s fundamentally not true.” He said that when he was in Congress, his office would “receive calls almost every day from someone from Africa, Europe, or Asia who want to become an American, and we send them the paperwork. … We need a system that welcomes people to come to our country in a way that is lawful and respectful of their human dignity, and it’s what President Trump is aiming to achieve.”

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Blair has directed 10 full-length films, including his latest one, “Great Plains”, that he wrote and directed himself. “Great Plains” aired on Lifetime and is one of seven movies he’s directed on that platform.

He’s also directed three Hallmark movies.

Hayes has pushed through multiple creations and made a name for himself by being passionate about everything he puts his heart into.

“If you’re not passionate about wanting to do this, stop and go do something that’s practical,” Hayes said.

In this artistic career path, a passion has to be present or nothing will be done well.

He spoke to the HutchCC students about the challenges he faced in the production of commercials and movies. If you’re not 100% in, those challenges hinder the whole process.

A lot goes into the eye behind filming.

Hayes has had the work ethic to keep pursuing film, even through hardships. His advice to HutchCC students is to find that passion and keep working toward it. If the drive is present, anything can become of it.

Hayes continues to make his mark and spread his ideas through his work. To check out more, visit his website at https:// www.blair-hayes.com/.

Sports

The Hutchinson Collegian Friday, September 20, 2019

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Elstun’s energy helps fuel Blue Dragons

Athlete of the week

(Sept. 8-14) Esther Karhayu, women’s soccer

By Bailey Pennycuff Co-Sports Editor

The Hutchinson Community College volleyball team’s hitting percentage is .192%.

On Sept. 11, freshman Katelyn Elstun hit .422% against Pratt.

Throughout the match, Elston earned 24 kills out of her 45 swings, as well as 24 digs.

With statistics as impressive as these, it would be difficult to not be a proud coach.

“That’s pretty outstanding, I’ll take that,” HutchCC coach Patrick Hall said. “Only five errors in five sets - looking at the percentage, I would take .280%. She was at a .422%.

That’s a good number, especially for an outside (hitter) in a match.”

Statistically, it is rare to see an outside hitter getting into the .400’s. This is mainly due to the defense that comes along with the position. Outside hitters typically face double blocks, making it harder to earn a kill.

“We’re not going to be able to do that every night, Pratt wasn’t the biggest block in the world,” Hall said.

Not only that, but the volleyball team has faced other adversities as well. However, the Blue Dragons aim not to look at them as setbacks.

“We will have had 12 matches in 14 days. That’s going to be a challenge for us, physically and mentally,” Hall said. “We’ll face a lot of really good teams, so that should be fun for us to play really good ball like that back-to-back, and hopefully it keeps us moving forward.”

Many athletes face hardship when handling the transition from high school to college.

Elstun, a freshman from Overland Park, however, is not one of those athletes.

“It’s been good to have people who make me push myself because in high school,

Photo by Bre Rogers/Collegian Freshman Katelyn Elstun goes for a spike Saturday at the Sports Arena, during a match against topranked Seward County.

I really didn’t have that. It’s good to have competitive players around me,” Elstun said. “You never really go into a game thinking it’s going to be a breeze like you do in high school because every team is good.”

Besides her impressive statistics, Elstun also shines in other ways.

“Katelyn’s one of those players you just wish you had more of, a lot of times, just in terms of her court presence,” Hall said.

Elstun’s vigor emotions do not allow for the team to think negatively, even if someone may have made a mistake.

“This team’s been really good about when we’re playing in a good match, and they get down, we don’t seem to lose our intensity. They seem up for those challenges, I hope that continues,” Hall said.

Leadership qualities are obvious from Elstun, and Hall said he believes the energy she brings to the floor is contagious to her teammates.

“Every coach is looking for that kind of player. That sort of thing rubs off on your players, whether you’re embracing that role specifically to say OK, I want to be the team leader’ or you’re just making sure that everybody realizes you’re

going to play with this focus and this intensity all the time,” Hall said.

Elstun’s attitude for the Pratt match was initiated before the match even began.

“I was ready for this game, I was hype. Everytime the ball was coming at me, I was like ‘this ball is going down,’” Elstun said.

Defensively, Elstun has contributed immensely thus far in the season.

Elstun is the second Blue Dragon this season to earn KJCCC Defensive Player of the Week honors. Freshman libero Alissa Bautista earned the award three weeks ago.

The week: Karhayu scored five goals and added an assist in the two Blue Dragon wins.

Karhayu She first had a goal in Hutchinson’s 2-0 win at Garden City, and then she added four goals and an assist during Hutchinson’s 19-0 win against Pratt.

She had six shots on goal in the two games, meaning she scored five goals on just six shots.

The season: Karhayu, a native of Kenya, is off to a strong start this season. Through six games, Karhayu had eight goals and one assist on just 19 shots.

Her eight goals are the second most on the team, and she’s scoring on 42% of her shots and 68% of her shots on goal. Of the first six games played, Karhayu had scored in five of them.

Blue Dragon blowout: soccer team wins 19-0; football also wins

By Adam Kolb Co- Sports Editor

The Hutchinson Community College women’s soccer team posted its second largest margin of victory, and scored the second most goals in program history on Saturday in a 19-0 Jayhawk West victory over Hesston at the Salthawk Sports Complex.

Eight different players scored goals and five players had assists. Freshman Samantha Vaughn became the sixth player in program history to score six goals in a game, Esther Karhayu followed with four goals, and Marah Franke was the third Blue Dragon with a hat trick. This was the first time that three players scored hat tricks in a game since Oct. 18, 2016.

Saturday’s onslaught was the first time the Blue Dragons have scored at least 15 goals in a game since scoring a school-record 23 against Pratt on Oct. 18, 2016. Hutchinson’s 46 points against the Larks are the fourth most in single game program history. The Blue Dragons led 8-0 at halftime and scored 11 goals in the second half. That was the sixth time in team history to score

10 or more goals in a half.

The Blue Dragons out shot Hesston 46-1 and the Larks recorded no shots on goal.

Football – Head coach Rion Rhoades earned his 100th all time coaching victory against Fort Scott on Saturday night at Frary Field. Rhoades became the fourth coach in Jayhawk Conference football history to reach 100 wins.

He reaches the milestone victory in his 155th game. The first seven wins came with Fort Scott. The other 93 have come with the Blue Dragons.

The Blue Dragons got the victory against Fort Scott, 27-7. The Blue Dragons picked up their second straight victory over a nationally-ranked opponent. The Blue Dragons improve to 2-0 in the Jayhawk Conference while sending Fort Scott its first loss of the season. The Greyhounds are 2-1.

Defense and special teams made a difference Saturday. The Blue Dragons held Fort Scott to 99 rushing yards and 174 total yards on 62 plays. The defense also held the Greyhounds to 0 of 14 on third down and 0 for 1 on fourth-down conversions. The Hutchin-

Photo by Nathan Addis/HutchCC Sport Information Hutchinson Community College soccer players, from left Samantha Vaughn, Syeria Matthias, Jenna Boese, and Naomi Waithira

son defense racked up eight sacks, and defensive tackle Latrell Bankston had a career-high four sacks.

For the second straight week, the Blue Dragons had a special-teams touchdown. Punt returner Mitchell

Tinsley took it 44 yards down the left sideline and gave the Blue Dragons a 17-7 lead. Last week, Tiyon Evans See Sports, Page 5

Blue Dragon sports schedules, results. All home games, events in caps.

Cross country

Aug. 30, TERRY MASTERSON TWILIGHT Sept. 21, at Missouri Southern Stampede Sept. 28, at Emporia State Oct. 12, at Fort Hays State Oct. 26, Region 6 Championships, 11 a.m.

Nov. 9, at NJCAA Championships

Football

Aug, 22, at Ellsworth, W 41-16 Aug. 31, INDEPENDENCE, W 31-21 Sept. 7, at Iowa Western, W 34-27 Sept. 14, at Fort Scott, W 27-7

Sept. 28, BUTLER, noon Oct. 5, at Highland, 1 p.m.

Oct. 12, COFFEYVILLE, noon Oct. 19, DODGE CITY, noon Oct. 24, RPA, 7 p.m.

Nov. 2, at Garden City, 1 p.m.

Nov. 9, at Iowa Central, noon

Golf

Sept. 8-10, at Ryan Palmer Classic Sept. 23-24, at Missouri Southern Classic Sept. 30-Oct. 1, at Newman University Classic Oct. 21-22, at Park University Classic Oct. 30-Nov. 1, at NJCAA National

Preview

Soccer

Aug. 22, TRINIDAD ST., W 4-0 Aug. 24, INDIAN HILLS, L 1-0 Aug. 30, REDLANDS, W 13-0 Sept. 7, at Barton, W 2-0 Sept. 11, at Garden City, W 2-0 Sept. 14, HESSTON, W 19-0 Sept. 18, at Dodge City, 2 p.m.

Sept. 21, PRATT, W 3-0 Sept. 25, at Cloud County, 2 p.m.

Oct. 2, BARTON, 6 p.m.

Oct. 5, GARDEN CITY, 6 p.m.

Oct. 9, at Hesston, 5 p.m.

Oct. 12, DODGE CITY, 6 p.m.

Oct. 16, at Pratt, 3 p.m.

Oct. 19, CLOUD COUNTY, 6 p.m.

Volleyball

Aug. 23, vs. Pima, L 3-0 Aug. 23, at New Mexico Military, L 3-1 Aug. 24, vs. South Mountain, W 3-1 Aug. 24, vs. Odessa, L 3-1 Aug. 30, DODGE CITY, W 3-0 Sept. 2, GARDEN CITY, W 3-0 Sept. 7, SEWARD COUNTY, L 3-0 Sept. 11, at Pratt, W 3-2 Sept. 16, BARTON, L 3-2 Sept. 18, at Colby, L 3-1 Sept. 20, NAVARRO, 1 p.m.

Sept. 20, JEFFERSON, 5 p.m.

Sept. 21, MINERAL AREA, 11 a.m.

Sept. 21, INDIAN HILLS, 3 p.m.

Sept. 23, at Butler, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 25, at Independence, 6:30

p.m.

Sept. 27-28, at Tyler, Texas Classic Oct. 1, at Dodge City, 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 7, PRATT, 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 9, at Seward County, 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 11, vs. Jefferson, 2 p.m.

Oct. 11, vs. Tyler, 4 p.m.

Oct. 12, vs. Indian Hills, noon Oct. 12, at Missouri State-West Plains, 6 p.m.

Oct. 16, COLBY, 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 19, at Garden City, 6 p.m.

Oct. 23, BUTLER, 6:30 p.m.

Oct. 26, INDEPENDENCE, 2 p.m.

Oct. 28, at Barton, 6:30 p.m.