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Wednesday, August 21, 2013
News | 2
New Admissions Director Looks Ahead
Commentary | 4
Why “Yeezus” is Best Taken with a Grain of Salt
Arts & Style | 7
Sports | 11
Best Places Around Shepherdstown
Golf: A Forgotten Fall Sport
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Robbie Glenn goes in for a celebratory high-five from one of his many supporters after a decisive victory
Really Really Free Market Hopes to Find New Home
H.S. Leigh Koonce
as they passed through students, since he was 15. Shepherdstown. Glenn was Over those years he never ate last spring Shepherd thrilled by the success and knew of any University or University student, “never imagined it would town rules governing the Robbie Glenn was preparing become so popular.” Not structure. While a student for a trip to Costa Rica, at Shepherd, he heard of the everyone was happy about finishing up finals, and much the event, though. idea of free markets, which to his surprise, meeting with had taken hold in Europe and While Glenn asserts the University’s legal counsel, other parts of the United no one every directly Alan Perdue. Glenn wasn’t States. The idea is simple, complained to him about accused of doing anything people bring things they the presence of the Market, dishonest or illegal, he had don’t need anymore and he did pick up second hand simply spearheaded the Really, trade them to other people comments from one or Really Free Market which with no cost associated. two business owners who met on the wall in front of With that formula in believed it looked dirty or McMurran hall once a month. mind, Glenn decided to messy. During the four years The McMurran Society, which establish a free market in of the Market’s existence, has full reign of the Hall Shepherdstown, dubbed the Glenn remembers seeing requested that the event be Really, Really Free Market. Shepherdstown Police stopped, and as the founder, employees, and Shepherd The Market started small, the request was made of University officials, none of but soon took off, attracting Robbie. whom approached him or town residents, members Glenn has been hanging any of the participants with of the business community out on the wall, like many any concerns or complaints. and even curious tourists News Editor
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Someone must have come forward with complaints, though, because Glenn was asked to meet with Perdue.
Upon meeting with the University staff, Glenn was told that the Market’s existence on the wall didn’t meet with the designated uses permitted for McMurran Hall, and that the wall was considered part of the lawn. While a process is in place to request use of the lawn, Glenn felt any request made would almost certainly be denied. He felt he had no option but “to forget Shepherd” and “take his case to the town.”
State Cuts University Funding H.S. Leigh Koonce News Editor
As the cost of tuition increases at Shepherd University, the money allocated to academic departments has been slashed by 20 percent. While the actual dollar figure of the cuts is quite small, the impact to the students and professors could be quite large.
In an e-mail dated April 25, 2013, President Suzanne Shipley indentified the state of the University’s budget for faculty and staff members. She cited a $1 million reduction in state funding as Glenn did just that. On well as a quarter of a million dollars in increased operating See GLENN page 3 costs as the major problems accounting for a $2.19 million short fall. President Shipley indentified several cost saving measures to H.S. Leigh Koonce with Steve Staton of the As a former Congressional remedied the problem and make up the money, including News Editor Commission on Special staffer, Jefferson County now requires a supervisor’s cost reduction measures Investigations. No date was Magistrate, and United States signature for all purchases and an increase in tuition, In late April, as classes were available for the beginning of Department of Veterans’ made with a purchasing expected to generate $1 ending for the semester, a the investigation. Affairs official, Dougherty card. With this new measure million in income. While Jefferson County grand jury has a great familiarity with in place, it will certainly the tuition increase will indicted Libby Shanton, the The indictment listed many of purchasing cards and the be more difficult for an only effect students, the Director of Greek Life, on 54 the items Shanton allegedly danger they pose. individual to misappropriate across the board reductions counts related to fraudulent purchased, including cigars, will have a certain impact use of her state-issued National Football League “Lots of times good people funds. on department chairs and purchasing card. Shanton is clothing, jewelry and rides are tempted and temptation Due to Shanton’s former professors as they seek to accused of making personal with a limousine service. The wins over,” he said. position as Director of provide the same, or an even purchases in excess of purchases were spread out Greek Life, many students While not offering a better, standard of learning as $85,000. The purchasing card over six states, including were hesitant to comment defense of Shanton, he that which has been offered was to be used only for work West Virginia, Delaware, about the charges until did indicate many for in the past. related expenses. Georgia and California. In settled in court. One student, those accused of abusing 2012, a $2,304 bill was run who wished to remain The Vice President of Shepherd University’s purchasing cards think it will up at a Marriott hotel in anonymous, was surprised Academic Affairs, Dr. Chris President, Dr. Suzanne be a one time purchase and New York City. Among the at the accusations lodged Ames, explained the Shipley, contacted campus that they will quickly pay it charges listed, the New York against Shanton. The source methodology used in cutting faculty and staff April 19, back. It then turns into a City hotel bill was the most was also very concerned the departments which via e-mail, to explain the downward spiral. expensive. that whether she is found fall under his auspicious. investigation which led to President Shipley’s e-mail guilty or not, the scandal will He indicated “a cut [to] Shanton’s indictment. Once Although the Sheriff also indicated Shepherd tarnish the image of Greek operating budgets rather irregularities were spotted, of Jefferson County, Pete was cited for “failing to have organizations on campus. than staff.” He further “the University immediately Dougherty, did not have any in place adequate reviews explained that notification contacted the State Auditor’s direct involvement in the case, As of the print deadline, to determine whether a of the cuts was transmitted Office.” The Auditor’s Office he did indicate he has seen a trial is still pending in purchase is appropriate.” to department chairs this assigned Tim Butler to similar cases over the years. Jefferson County Circuit The University immediately investigate the case, along Court. See FUNDING page 2
Director of Greek Life Indicated, Awaiting Trial
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Wednesday, August 21, 2013
On Campus Wednesday -New Faculty Orientation
-Advisement & Registration for Freshman
Thursday -Move-in day for First Year Residents
New Admissions Director Looks Ahead Chelsea DeMello Editor-in-Chief
Shepherd welcomed Matthew Huber as the university’s new admission director over the summer. Huber grew up in the Midwest, born in St. Louis, Mo. He received his
University serving as an associate director. Prior to Shepherd, Huber was assistant director of admissions at Doane College in Nebraska. While working at Doane, he received his master’s degree in higher education at the University of Nebraska.
Friday -Orientation
-New Adjunct Training Workshop
Saturday -Orientation
-Bookstore open until 2
Sunday
-Bookstore open until 6
Monday
-Welcome Back Booth from10-1, Library patio
Tuesday -Comedy Unleashed- Dave and Ethan @ 9
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New Admissions director Matthew Huber joined Shepherd University as of June 6th
bachelor’s degree in music education and taught middle school and elementary orchestra for three years. His favorite composer is Edward Elgar and he listens to orchestral music on the way to work. “It clears my mind,” he said. After teaching, Huber transferred to the administrative side of education. He spent two years at Upper Iowa
He stated that he enjoys the change from the Midwest to the eastern panhandle: “It’s great.You don’t hear anyone in Nebraska or Iowa say ‘I’m going to the beach for the weekend.’” Huber was selected from an advisory committee made up of 10 members. The representatives consisted of staff from offices that work directly
Black Bear Makes Appearance in Shepherdstown H.S. Leigh Koonce News Editor
On May 30, a young black bear was spotted on Shepherd’s campus and in various spots around Shepherdstown. Police reports indicate that the sighting was brief, but proof that West Virginia’s state symbol was in town. Kyle Munley, an enrollment information systems specialist, spotted the animal from the window of his temporary office on the third floor of StutzmanSlonaker Hall. Munley reported that the bear ran around the side of the building and took off down the street. When asked about the size of the bear, he indicated it probably was not much taller than three feet. Munley, who was been living in the Eastern Panhandle for approximately a year, said it was his first bear sighting and “a cool thing to see at work.” A RAVE alert was sent
“I liked that Matt’s education has been in the arts. It’s neat to have someone from that discipline,” said Dr. Beard. “He is really great with people and strategic enrollment management and it seemed like a good fit.”
This year, Huber has begun to look forward. He stated that old campaigns such as “expect the unexpected” would change.
-Move-in day for Returning Residents
-Bookstore open until 5
with admissions. Scott Beard, who holds a doctorate in musical arts, is a member of the committee. He represented academic affairs and graduate education.
Since his arrival at the university, Huber has begun addressing Shepherd’s admissions goals. Kim Scranage, the vice president of enrollment, stated that last year’s goals were not met due to three main factors. According to Scranage, it was due to Satisfactory Academic Progress appeals, a reduction in freshman students available and education certifications for graduate students were lower than projected.
-Advisement & Registration for Transfer & Readmits
-First day of fall classes
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about 20 minutes after the first reported sighting. Recent Shepherd graduate Alex Severson was just outside of Shepherdstown at the time. “I got a RAVE alert on my phone about a sighting of a bear in town. I happened to be going by at the moment and thought, ‘I need to find this bear,’ to which I went off to find the killer. Sadly, I did not locate Pooh,” he said. As the semester came to an end, many students were home for the summer. Brendan Darby, a junior English major, was not on campus at the time, but did receive the RAVE alert. “I wasn’t around for the incident, but it doesn’t seem that odd to me. Considering how rural Shepherd is, I’m surprised the campus doesn’t see bears more often,” he said. The West Virginia Department of Natural
“What we are going to focus on is selling the Shepherd experience,” he said. “The Shepherd experience recognizes you as an individual, not just as a number. There is a less chance of you to get lost in the shuffle.” Currently Shepherd’s graduation rate is at 46 percent, while the retention rate is at 68 percent. Scranage said that while there are some students that do get lost in the shuffle at times. It is not solely the university’s responsibility. FUNDING cont. from front
Resources has reported a healthy increase in the bear population due mainly to forest regeneration and correct management of wildlife resources. The WVDNR does point toward a problem, especially in the Eastern Panhandle and around Charleston housing developments. The construction on new houses and the necessary infrastructure often disorient and frighten the animals, many times causing them to wander into residential areas. A question often asked of the WVDNR is how great of a threat, if any, do the animals pose to humans. The state office indicates the threat is minimal if they are not engaged. Black bear are naturally fearful of humans and will usually retreat quickly. If a student spots a black bear on campus, he should contact campus police immediately.
summer and he and his office are working with them to “manage the reductions as efficiently as possible.” While all staff positions are safe, the lack of funds can still pose practical problems to professors and students. Dr. Betty Ellzey, professor of English and chair of the department of English and Modern Languages, acknowledged her budget is one of the smaller ones on campus and that she will be contacting all of her professors to ensure they ration their copying of handouts. Dr. Ellzey encouraged the use of Sakai and .pdf formatting to make up for the scarcity of funds. She also acknowledged reduced copying will increase the burden on students to print handouts or bring a laptop to class. Aside from those measures, she acknowledged there isn’t much else to do. “If we run out of paper for the copy machine in March, we run out of paper. There’s no money to buy more,” she said. Dr. Sally Brasher, associate professor of history and coordinator of the Honors Program, believes the faculty who teach the Honors courses have done everything in
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“It’s a partnership from the point of which they enter to the point at which they graduate. We don’t recruit students; we recruit graduates. That means not all students are made for Shepherd and that’s okay. But again, no institution is perfect,” she said.
Huber explained that the ideal student for Shepherd is one who is going to enroll, have a great four years, go on in life and do amazing things. Then, he or she would come back and complete the masters program and possibly donate to the university as an alumni member. For the upcoming year, the main Shepherdstown campus is not projected to grow. According to President Shipley at the board of governors meeting June 6, the Martinsburg Center is the only site that will likely see any growth. Huber expressed several factors that went into the lack of growth such as economy, cost and the expansion of social media. “We are in a region where we aren’t the only game out there. Part of going forward will be how can we continue to be one step ahead so we are the ones pioneering the latest recruitment efforts,” he said. Dr. Beard stated that the number of students graduating from high school has continued to decline in the last few years, which has been a nationwide trend. The graduate programs and non-degree courses will be the areas seeing more attention. “Non-traditional is the new traditional,” Dr. Beard declared. their power to make the experience for students the best it can be, but acknowledges that this year will pose some large obstacles. In years past the Honors program has sponsored many faculty led field trips to Washington, DC, Philadelphia, Baltimore and other sites. Dr. Brasher indicated, “this year we will be forced to cancel all but a few of those trips.” Additionally, transportation will be provided by faculty driving University vans or their private cars. Dr. Brasher expressed her hope that the limitations presented to the Honors Program will not harm its retention rate. Harley Smith, an English major and participant in the Honors Program expressed her concern regarding the cuts. “In hearing that the fieldtrips will become scarce I am saddened. The field trips I have been on have proven to be invaluable resources.” On a positive note, Smith described the small class sizes as the best part of the program, which won’t be impacted by the cuts. Jade Flamenco, an English and environmental science major, hopes the cuts will cause more students to take notice of the budget and the general operations of the University. instagram/su_picket
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Wednesday, August 21, 2013
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Counseling Services Prepares for Upcoming Year
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campus wide resources. The counseling services received a three-year grant, which will be awarded starting this year. The federal grant comes from the Department of Justice by the Office of Violence Against Women.
Rhonda Jackson: Counselor, MSW, LCSW-C
Chelsea DeMello Editor-in-Chief
The counselors at Shepherd have prepared for the new academic year as the number of students needing services continues to increase. According to a record by the counseling department, a total of 1,953 appointments were made during the 20122013 academic year. These appointments varied from recurring students to individualized sessions. Counselor Rhonda Jackson has worked in the mental health field for more than 23 years, six at Shepherd. “Mental health, sexual assault and alcohol are all issues that compromise a students ability to function successfully, academically and it’s also a retention issue,” declared Jackson. “If these types of issues go
Shanan Spencer: Counselor, MS, LCPC
unaddressed, the chance that the student can even remain here decreases drastically.”
said, “I always felt like she cared about what I had to say without being judgmental.”
Among the biggest reported issues for students at Shepherd this past year were anxiety, stress, depression and relationship issues. Though the counseling services stated that there is no limitation as to what problems are addressed. “It’s hard to pinpoint a prevalent issue. We work with whatever comes through the door,” said Shanan Spencer.
Another stated that “counseling has truly been a very positive experience for me.” Students can come in Monday through Friday during business hours throughout the semester to seek counseling. “We don’t turn anyone away. As soon as a student begins to feel overwhelmed, that’s a really good time to come in and
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Spencer is the newest member of the counseling team. She has more than 20 years experience in the field. Spencer began working for Shepherd in 2011. After being counseled for four sessions, students are asked to fill out an anonymous survey. According to results from the surveys, one student
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Robbie Glenn addresses the town council in front of a standing room only crowd.
Shepherd is in partnership with nine other universities and colleges in West Virginia with Fairmont State being the primary applicant. The amount awarded from the grant is divided between all 10 schools in the amount of $300,000 to be given over the course of a three-year period. The counseling department will utilize the grant to train members of the police department, disciplinary board and students during orientation on how to respond to sexual assault, stalking and relationship violence. Two major programs planned for the fall semester include hosting both the Sexual Assault Prevention and Collegiate Alcohol Awareness week on
It is our goal to make it easy for students to know where to come for help”
see what services we have to offer,” explained Spencer. In addition to the therapy services provided, the counseling department plans to continue expanding Aug. 13, he appeared before the Shepherdstown Town Council with supports, including students, townspeople, and University faculty to plead his case. He was armed with two petitions: a paper one with over 300 signatures, and one that circulated on change.org with another 313 signatures, all in favor of the restoration of the Really, Really Free Market. Upon making brief remarks before the Council, Glenn emphasized that “the Free Market is a part of Shepherdstown now and it does bring a lot of people to the community.” He further reiterated the Market’s continued desire to be orderly and to dispose of any remaining items at the end of each event. The Shepherdstown Town
pull as much student engagement as possible,” said Jackson.
Depression and Anxiety Screening Day is another event planned for the fall. In 2012, almost 90 students were screened. “It is our goal to make it easy for students to know where to come for help,” declared Spencer.
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Office Hours: M-F 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Location: Ground Floor of Gardiner Hall Telephone: 304-876-5276 Call for appointments www.shepherd. edu/safweb/ counseling
campus. The counselors also have various workshops and events planned throughout the year. “We are focusing on programming that can Council took swift action, approving the request to hold the Market on town property on a provisional basis. The Market will set up Sept. 1 and if all regulations are followed, Glenn will appear before the council again to request use of the space on specific dates for the remainder of the year.
former employee of a town business, and has seen the impact of the Market firsthand.
Audra Costlow, a recent Shepherd graduate, and town resident flew to the Market’s defense, communicating the following to The Picket: “The Really, Really Free Market is not only harmless, but is extremely beneficial The news spread to the community. It quickly, with many promotes the sharing, photographs of supporters recycling, and donation and congratulatory of gently used goods, and comments appearing on some residents rely on it as Facebook. Jade Flamenco, one of the only places they a senior English and environmental science major, can afford to shop. Shutting it down for being an eyesaid: “It [the Market] shows sore is blatant class-ism at how the student body work.” is determined to uphold traditions that it would see A request for input and set in place, which involve commentary from Alan the community with the Perdue, legal counsel for student body.” Flamenco Shepherd University, yielded is a town resident and no response.
Auditions for the Rude Mechanicals’ fall semester performance of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” will take place Aug. 28 and Aug. 29 from 8:30-10:30 p.m. in Reynolds Hall. The Rude Mechanicals are Shepherd’s student and community Medieval and Renaissance performers. Students of all levels of theater experience are welcome to audition. Additionally, students may receive academic credit for participating. The Rude Mechanicals have performed on both coasts of the United States as well as abroad. Questions should be directed via email to faculty advisor Dr. Betty Ellzey, bellzey@shepherd.edu.
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COMMENTARY The Picket
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
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Morning After Pill Now Available OTC
Photo by Chelsea DeMello
Plan B is now available on shelves in pharmacies across the country
Kathleen Arnold Commentary Editor
It has come to your attention that last night when you were having sex in the back of your car, the condom your guy was wearing decided to break. Don’t panic.You don’t have to do anything drastic to get yourself out of this predicament. Take responsibility for your accident. It happens. Shake it off. There is no such thing as a walk of shame. Ladies, put on your panties and stay calm. Plan B One-Step Oral Emergency Contraceptive is now available at pharmacies for purchase over the
counter. No, I’m not writing to advocate this product. I’m writing to inform both women and men of your new right. This means a prescription for purchase is no longer required. Women of all ages may buy the emergency contraceptive from any drugstore or pharmacy that carries it. The battle regarding Plan B One-Step has raged on for over a decade.Yes, a decade. Pick up your jaw and allow me to further enlighten you on the most recent news concerning the “morning after pill”. According to nytimes. com, on June 21, 2013, the age restriction to
purchase the pill was lifted by the Food and Drug Administration. For the last decade, only women 17 and older were able to purchase the pill. Now women without a prescription can purchase the pill for a flat fee of $50. If you are able to get a prescription, the pill is only $30. My first thought when considering the so-called controversy of this medication: a responsible woman would only choose to purchase the pill if either her birth control failed or no other forms of contraceptive were used during sex. An irresponsible woman or man could knowingly have unprotected sex because they have the option of purchasing Plan B the next morning.
To my peers, I stress that this pill is for emergency use only. This medication is a serious dosage of hormones intended to prevent pregnancy by delaying the release of a woman’s egg from her ovary. If taken within 24 hours, the pill can be 95 percent effective. It is only to be used within a 120 hour window after sex. Some side effects a woman may experience include vomiting, dizziness and an abnormal menstrual cycle. Sex drives rage on college campuses. This is a new chapter for many of us and we must remember the importance of taking care of our health. Accidents happen—keep a clear head when making sexual choices, and remember to be safe.
Why “Yeezus” is Best Taken with a Grain of Salt Nicholas McDill Earlier this year, award winning hip-hop artist and infamous media icon Kanye West released his most critic dividing and controversial, full-length studio effort yet, entitled “Yeezus.” When asked about the meaning behind this strange combination of Jesus and West’s often used nickname, “Yeezy,” West ominously replied that Kanye is his slave name and “Yeezus” is his God name.
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Kanye West, pictured above, released “Yeezus” to critical controversy.
In his album, filled with dark, vengeful beats, West spits and screams views of various subjects. They range from new-age slavery to the sexual revolution of today. The most controversial track on the album, “I Am A God,” is an ego trip of absurd proportions. Many would claim that this song is blasphemous, ugly and the rapper’s worst move since his public humiliation of Taylor Swift. Other critics would label the lyrics generic and uninspired, executed with a simplistic flow. If you take it at face value, one might say that “I Am A God” is a simple, shockrock style cut. It is meant to ignite the tempers of
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the easily offended and religiously conservative demographic, while inspiring and empowering the young rebellious types. However, throughout the years, West has tried to make clear the fact that he himself is a devout Christian, thanking God in many of his songs. One of his first major hits, entitled “Jesus Walks,” was a Christian empowerment anthem. West’s longtime friend and repeat cosongwriter, Malik Yusef, offered insight into the song’s meaning on Twitter. Yusef claimed that the title wasn’t West claiming himself to be a god in the same sense a Christian God is a god, but that the concept is a reference to Psalms 82 in the Bible. Psalms 82:6-7 states: “I said, ‘You are gods, [a]nd all of you are children of the Most High. But you shall die like men, [a]nd fall like one of the princes.’” Yet, West stated he sincerely feels himself to be a god in an interview with W magazine. He claimed to have written the song in collaboration with Daft Punk to lash back at a fashion designer who asked him not to attend future fashion events.
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Throughout the article West repeatedly boasts and refers to himself as Jimi Hendrix. He claims to feel as if doesn’t need to explain how he has come to the decision that he is a god. So, we are presented with two all-encompassing ways to view this song. One view is steeped in references to Biblical passages. The song is not a pride-fueled boast, but more of a reverent clash between the fear of mortality and faith in the Christian God. The other view is that of a sacrilegious, angry egomaniac who has a god complex. What I feel makes the song so novel is that one can love it or hate it, accept it or discredit it. It all comes down to one’s personal view of Kanye West, and one can take it however he or she wants, while backing up their claims with perfectly admissible evidence. But does he go too far with this song? Only if you want him to, it seems. Whether or not West intended for this level of intricate interpretation of his song will most likely continue to be the battleground of critics and TMZ hosts for the next decade. The answer may never be quite clear. instagram/su_picket
COMMENTARY The Picket
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
Kathleen Arnold
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so long to come to this proposal in the first place. I could not agree more with the statement Holder said in San Francisco the day the proposal was revealed.
Commentary Editor
On Aug. 12, 2013, the U.S. Attorney General, Eric Holder, announced that those convicted of drugrelated offenses that are not tied to drug gang or cartels will no longer be charged with mandatory and sometimes severe sentences. This proposal intends to cut down on our prison numbers. According to theguardian.com, the United States is responsible for 25 percent of the world’s prison population. A total of 5 percent are drug-related sentences.
He stated that the United States “cannot incarcerate our way to becoming a safer nation.”
As a young adult, my first thought when coming across this article was “about time.” Meaning that I was not sure why it took
He seeks to change the Justice Department policies so that the penalties will be most severe for those involved in violent drug trafficking, but not so much with those selling drugs to pay for their school textbooks. This proposal does not mean that there will no longer be some form of punishment for those
involved in drug-related crimes. It means that those who are elderly and have served most of their sentences, those who are nonviolent, and those who pose no threat to the public will no longer face the now severe mandatory charges. Holder hopes to “target the most serious offenses, prosecute the most dangerous criminals,
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and pursue new ways to promote public safety…” according to theguardian. com. In a country which I feel I have little to no voice in, I am finally pleased with something our government has proposed. I feel this is an important change to our criminal system, as well as one of the fairest decisions our government could make.
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e at the Picket would like to express our pleasure with regard to the recent Shepherdstown Town Council decision to provisionally reinstate the Really, Really Free Market. The editors of the Picket believe student ingenuity should be celebrated and rewarded, not shot down. The decision by the McMurran Society and certain authorities at the university could potentially prevent students from utilizing the full force of the education Shepherd provides. Robbie Glenn demonstrated organizational skill, marketing ability and original thought, making it a reality in Shepherdstown. Students did not complain; faculty did not complain. A minority of business owners did complain, and unfortunately those are the voices to which Shepherd listened. The Really, Really Free Market provides a green, community centered option to disposing of items that are no longer of use. As students in the Shepherdstown community, we feel this alternative is far better to boxes of unwanted items filling up dorm rooms, hallways and the garbage collection areas. The Shepherdstown Town Council used strong judgment and made a common sense decision for students and members of the Shepherd community and Shepherdstown as a whole.
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MISCELLANEOUS The Picket
Wednesday, August 21, 2013
No Money, Just Love
Katy Coleman Staff Writer
Shepherd University’s dating scene is weak, but Dave and Ethan have come fix it. Well, sort of. Program Board kicks off its “Comedy Unleashed” series on Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 9 p.m. at the Shepherdstown Opera House (131 West German Street) with a performance by Campus Activities Magazine’s winners for best comedy performers of the year: Dave and Ethan. In March 2008, two best friends, Dave Ahdoot and Ethan Fixell, posted ads on Craigslist and YouTube, inviting pairs of girls to double date them. As the responses poured in, they began charting their experiences in a series of video blogs, which became a YouTube series about double-dating. Two hundred doubledates later, they have translated their crash-
course education into horror-date reenactments, ridiculous love songs, and interactive lessons in everything from dating to kissing.
Most recently, they’ve embarked on the national comedy scene as College Dating Coaches, teaching college students across the country how to attain “the perfect evening” (because 200 double dates had to count for something, right?). Dave and Ethan have been featured on “The Tonight Show,” “The Colbert Report,” Bravo’s “The Millionaire Matchmaker,” Comedy Central.com, truTV, and in The Onion.” They were voted 2012s best comedy performers in Campus Activities Magazine. Join Program Board for a night of hilarity, gain some advice on dating and meet your soul mate! Who knows, maybe you’ll meet your soul mate there.
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PASS Features Blues Master Corey Harris Contact Rachael Meads 304-876-5113
The Performing Arts Series at Shepherd will kick off its 2013-2014 season with a concert by blues fusion from the Corey Harris Band Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013 at 8 p.m. at the Frank Arts Center on the west campus of Shepherd University.
Mahal, Buddy Guy, Henry Ali, Farka Touré, Tracy Chapman and the Dave Matthews Band. Harris began his career as a New Orleans street singer, traveling throughout the Southern United States. In his early 20s, he lived in Cameroon, West Africa for a year, which had a profound effect on his later work.
Acoustic Delta blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Corey Harris has carved out his own niche, recording renditions of old songs in the blues tradition while creating an original vision of the genre by adding influences from reggae, soul, rock and West African music. With one foot in tradition and the other in contemporary experimentation, Harris is a truly unique voice in contemporary music.
In 2003 Harris was a featured artist and narrator of Martin Scorcese’s film “Feel Like Going Home,” which traced the evolution of blues from West Africa to the Southern United States. In 2007, he was awarded a $500,000 MacArthur Fellowship — commonly referred to as a “Genius Award” — from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.
Harris has performed, recorded, and toured with many of the top names in music including B.B. King, Taj
This year, the Corey Harris Band was selected by the Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation’s American Mas-
terpieces: [R]evolutionary Road Tour. The tour highlights a critically acclaimed new generation of artists working in quintessential American traditional music genres. This project is made possible through a grant from the MAAF program in partnership with the West Virginia Division of Culture and History, with approval from the West Virginia Commission on the Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Tickets are available for purchase at the Shepherd University Bookstore by calling 304-876-5219, or online at www.shepherdbook.com. Tickets are $15 general admission; $10 seniors/Shepherd staff; $5 for kids under 18. Concerts are free to Shepherd students with a Rambler ID. For more information, visit the Performing Arts Series at Shepherd website: www. shepherd.edu/passweb.
a message from counseling services
September 2-6 is Sexual Assault Prevention Week!
How can I help prevent Sexual Assault?
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What: A non-denominational Christian group providing a safe atmosphere where students can examine, develop, or deepen a relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
1. Respect that consent for sex is a sober and freely stated “yes”
2. When you go out, have a Safety Plan so everyone is safe and accounted for.
3. Bystander Intervention - If you see someone at risk for being assaulted do something, anything to stop it.
When: Wednesdays at 8:45pm Where: White Hall– Jefferson Room What to expect: Snacks, Music, Games, and a Relevant Message Check us out on facebook for updates
To reach a victim advocate, please contact: Rhonda Jackson, (SARC) at 304-876-5681
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For Confidential support you can call: SU Health Center at 304-876-5161 or SU Counseling Services at 304-876-5276
For more information contact Kyler at kbarr@covenant-mail.com
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Pedal and Paddle Owned and founded by Eddie Sampson in 2007, the Shepherdstown Pedal and Paddle offers everything an outdoor enthusiast needs, from bicycles to kayaks and equipment for both. Pedal and Paddle also offers a shuttle service to Potomac River, making a weekend excursion easy and accessible. Voted the best bike shop for the third year running, Sampson and his employees are passionate about pedaling and paddling and are eager to share their enthusiasm with everyone who walks in their shop.
Shepherdstown Opera House 131 W. German St. An authentic, old fashioned, but completely remodeled movie house, the Shepherdstown Opera House is one of the best, most affordable places to go for in-town entertainment. Different movies are screened almost every night of the week, with various weekend screenings. All movie genres are shown, and live comedy acts and bands additionally perform at the Opera House throughout the year. The Shepherd Program Board also sponsors screenings of the latest hit movies or recent releases at the Shepherdstown Opera House, which are free for Shepherd students.
Full Circle Theater Company 113 S. Princess Street Full Circle Theater is an intimate 99 seat theater within walking distance of Shepherd where live plays are performed year round. The theater performs five to six live stage plays per year and also offers a Young Actors Theater Lab with productions for students 5-18 years old. Tickets to shows are usually cheap for Shepherd students. Additionally, Full Circle Theater also welcomes any Shepherd students who would like to volunteer onstage in productions or behind-the-scenes on technical crew or as ushers.
Reynolds Hall 109 N. King Street You can visit Reynolds Halls for varied types of entertainment events without ever leaving campus. The Rude Mechanicals perform live Shakespeare and Medieval plays in the fall and spring semesters. The Shepherdstown Film Society offers movie screenings and post-screening discussions every month. The play, “The Vagina Monologues,” is presented annually in the spring semester. The Performing Art Series at Shepherd offers world-class performances from unique types of entertainment artists throughout the year. The best news is that most, if not all of the entertainment events occurring in Reynolds Hall are free for Shepherd students with a valid Rambler!
Washington Gateway Program Saturday Bus Trips Student Center/ Washington D.C. or Baltimore Md. A benefit of Shepherd’s close location to Washington D.C. and Baltimore, Md. is the opportunity for daytime entertainment trips. Once a month, the Washington Gateway Program provides a free pass for students to take a bus trip from the Shepherd Student Center to either Washington D.C. or Baltimore. You can spend six hours on a Saturday in the city and transportation to the city and back to Shepherd is provided. You can chose from numerous museums, restaurants, theaters and other attractions to visit in the city. The next bus trip to Washington D.C. is Aug. 31. Please visit http://www.shepherd.edu/gateway/bus/default.html for more information.
D’Accord Boutique 134 W. German Street This adorable, small store offers all types of French merchandise. From French soaps to figurines to recipe books and candies, you can find almost anything and everything made in or inspired by France in one place for very reasonable prices. Plus, visiting D’Accord Boutique will count as a required cultural activity for any students taking French 101.
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110 E. German Street
Four Seasons Books is a wonderful and quaint bookstore. They offer an eclectic mix of fiction and non-fiction books with a 10 percent discount for Shepherd students. Additionally, at certain times throughout the year, the staff will also buy used books from students who wish to sell.
This is the perfect store to check out for inexpensive great wines and beers. Grapes and Grains have an amazing selection of over 1,600 types of wine and many different types of local wines. They also offer wine tastings every Saturday from 1 p.m.-7 p.m.. This is a great store to pick up last minute drinks to give as a gift or before a party.
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The Lost Dog 134 E. German Street A locally owned coffee and teashop, is one of the most unique stops in Shepherdstown. Not only do they offer a wide range of espresso drinks, but also a variety of teas and unique drinks. Seating is available for study breaks and socializing.
107 W. German Street A recently opened exercise shoe store, Two Rivers Treads is an excellent store for athletic shoes and other various types of workout gear. The staff is friendly and willing to work with customers to find the best type of exercise equipment to meet their needs. Though some of the shoes and workout gear can be a little expensive, it is a great investment because the store only carries quality merchandise.
O’Hurley’s General Store 205 E. Washington Street O’Hurley’s is an authentic old-fashioned general store. With merchandise ranging from peppermint sticks to corncob pipes, from home made woodwork furniture to paper dolls, you can find any type of souvenir or gift at O’Hurley’s. The charming store has a wide range of merchandise almost impossible to describe, and again, the best way to describe it is to advise the reader to visit. Additionally, every Thursday night at 7:30 p.m., there is live music performed by local bands and artists.
China Kitchen 101 W. German Street China Kitchen is a speedy and tasty restaurant located directly across the street from Reynolds Hall. It is the perfect spot for a quick bite between or after classes. Serving the fare common to Chinese restaurants, you can expect complimentary appetizers of egg noodles and wonton soup before receiving any of the delicious meal choices, including egg rolls, orange chicken, sushi or stir-fry, just to name a few.
Betty’s 112 E. German Street Betty’s restaurant offers incredible breakfast, brunch and lunch options. This nostalgic, 1950s inspired style diner is a perfect spot for breakfast before early morning classes on east campus and the fruit waffles, hot cakes, french toast and numerous other breakfast platters are very satisfying and provide a lot of food for a very low price. However, don’t expect to go to Betty’s for a late night bite because the diner is only open until 3 p.m. Additionally, while this restaurant does have an ATM machine, they do not accept credit cards, so cash is the easiest option.
The Devonshire Arms Cafe and Pub 107 South Princess Street A little-known gem just off of German Street, the Devonshire is a small pub offering authentic English foods for low prices. You can order fish and chips, bangers and mash, and English-style tea service complete with cakes and scones or one of their many excellent homemade deserts set in a quaint, friendly atmosphere perfect for casual meetings or date nights. And like any good pub, Devonshire offers several excellent alcoholic beverages for those who are of age.
Domestic 117 E. German Street A fairly new restaurant in Shepherdstown, offers wonderful food and drinks. Many of the menu items are from regional farms and businesses and rotate as the seasons change. They also feature an online calendar with musical events and beer tastings.
Blue Moon Cafe
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200 E. High Street The Blue Moon Cafe is a uniquely “Shepherdstown” restaurant directly across the street from White Hall and the best way to describe it is to advise the reader to visit. There are choices to fit everyone’s tastes. The food is largely organic and offers a wonderful vegetarian menu with more than 100 food choices, wine and homemade ice cream. The restaurant frequently features live music and performance acts to add some entertainment to your meal and is the perfect place to relax and hang out with friends.
Shepherdstown Sweet Shop Bakery 100 W. German Street This bakery and restaurant is a great place to grab a sweet snack between classes or stay awhile to study. The Sweet Shop offers reasonably priced baked goods, including fresh breads, croissants, sandwiches, cookies, cakes, cupcakes, and many other sweet and savory goods. You can pick up a sandwich or pastry to go or stay and enjoy one of their many great varieties of coffee with your meal or snack. The Sweet Shop Bakery is open weekdays 7 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturdays 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sundays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. All photos by
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Dealing with a Roommate
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1. Compromise – You are now living with someone who may have different lifestyle habits than you are used to. One of you may like to go to bed much earlier than the other or prefer to study with lots of background noise. It sounds scary, but compromise helps to maintain a harmonious relationship. 2. Share Room Responsibilities and Chores – Make a list of cleaning duties that need to be done and split it evenly to decide who will do what. No one wants to have a roommate who never helps out, bothers to clean or is a total slob. In addition, if you know your roomie has a huge exam or project coming up, cut them some slack because homework is important. Just make sure they pick up when their exam or project is finished. 3. Share the Dorm Space – Always let your roommate know if and when you will be having guests over in advance. Another option is to create a schedule of all parties so that everyone knows when the dorm will be heavily occupied. Sometimes it’s uncomfortable coming home after a hard day at class or work to find an impromptu party being held with lots of people they don’t know. It can be stressful and students have a lot on their plates at all times— everyone is different. If you know you will be having people over longer than a few hours, try taking the party elsewhere out of courtesy. 4. Always Communicate – Being in contact is essential for a roommate relationship.You aren’t going to have the same work, school, or extracurricular activity schedule as your roommate or the same eating or hygiene habits. This new person will be occupying the same close space with you for several months. If there are issues and concerns, it is always best to work through them by letting him or her know as soon as a problem arises. 5. Spend Some Time Together – Try to make some time to do activities with your roommate that do not involve vacuuming or cleaning out the fridge. It will help you get to know each other better, which will help you to become stronger roommates. It may even build a lasting friendship. Plus, you already know one person on campus at move in and will have an instant buddy for dining hall trips or campus events.
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1. Be a Disruptive Roomie – You don’t have to bend over backwards to accommodate your roommate, but be aware of his or her needs. If you can see your roommate is studying or writing a paper, don’t rudely blast loud music from your laptop or decide it is the perfect time to play loud video games. Invest in headphones or turn the volume down. Also, don’t bring a significant other back for a make out session or a quickie during study time either.Your roommate will tell horror stories about you years after graduation. 2. Be Your Roommate’s Parent – You may have the best intentions, but college is a learning experience.You are sharing a room with a classmate and hopefully a friend.You are not raising them.Your roommate needs to make his or her own mistakes. Don’t try to be his or her parent. Maybe they let class assignments slide or never go to work on time. If so, don’t nag them. There is probably a good chance their maturity level may not match your own, and that is okay. 3. Ignore Each Other – You don’t have to constantly talk or hang out, but at least be courteous and talk to your roommate about dorm matters. Even if you aren’t crazy about your roommate, never speaking to or acknowledging one another is the best way to ruin any relationship. Don’t act like your roommate isn’t there while he or she is clearly in the room. Part of the dorm experience is to help build social skills for the future, so at the very minimum be cordial. 4. Eat Each Other’s Food – Always ask if you can eat something that is not yours. Most of the time, your roommate will be willing to share. However, if you didn’t buy it, it is not yours to consume. Plus, your roommate will definitely notice if his or her food is always missing. Stealing food will also cause tension and make you look like you can’t be trusted. Even if you are hungry, it’s cold outside or that leftover meal looks quite tempting, don’t even try it. Either go without or go somewhere and get your own treats. 5. Spend Every Minute Together – It is great to hang out with your roommate outside of the dorm, but don’t do everything together.You both need to make your own friends and spend time away from each other.You are living together and already spending tons of time together. Hanging out with your roomie once or twice a week is great. Every minute of every day? Not so much
If you have tried all of the do’s and don’ts on the list, and your roommate situation is still not working out, Room Change Requests will be available from Residence Life from Sept.16 through Oct. 18.You can always try again with a different roomie.
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The Human Cost of Coal: a Common Reading Review America and anybody worth much will get out as soon as they can.”
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Mark Wahlburg and Denzel Washington in 2 Guns
“Two Guns” Gets Two Stars Tyler Miller Multimedia Manager
Mark Wahlberg and Denzel Washington team up in this action packed comedy that is a summer must see if you’re a fan of either of these big-name stars. The film is based on a graphic novel series written by Steven Grant. It is politically driven, showcasing corruption on both sides of the border. Two Guns is set in a small town in Mexico. Washington plays Robert “Bobby” Trench, a DEA agent. He works alongside Wahlberg’s character, Marcus “Stig” Stigman, an undercover U.S. Naval Intelligence officer. While both men work together to infiltrate the Mexican Mob and gain access to a drug cartel, they are also unaware of each other’s credentials. Bill Paxton gives an out of the box and convincing performance as a corrupt CIA agent “Earl,” whose southern accent and odd fascination with Russian Roulette take the plot a step further. Another complex aspect to the film is Washington’s supicket.com
love interest named Deb played by Paula Patton. Patton’s role in this twisted scenario will leave viewers questioning where her loyalties really lie. The story takes a more complicated twist when the Mexican Mob and U.S. Military both find themselves betrayed by their respected agencies. Wahlberg’s crooked commanding officer, Captain Quince, played by James Marsden, sends him into a mission that has no possible positive outcome. Washington and Wahlberg only have each other now and must work together to restore justice and, in action movie fashion, get revenge in a big way. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur, “Two Guns” is rated R and so far has grossed a total of $48.6 million since it’s opening day Aug. 2, 2013. Overall if you enjoy Wahlberg’s and Washington’s other films, chances are this will be worth your while; however, it’s a bit predictable and many critics claim it’s your basic summer action film that gives you what you expect, but doesn’t go above or beyond.
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“Strange as this Weather Has Been” is Ann Pancake’s first novel.
Jim Lewin Faculty Advisor
How does it feel to have a mountain scooped up and dropped on your family and your home? That is the question answered by author Ann Pancake’s first novel, “Strange as this Weather Has Been,” selected as this year’s Common Reading, a work worth reading and discussing for the Shepherd University community as a whole. But, beware. It could cast a spell on you. The controversy about mountaintop removal is often considered from the outside looking in. The usual focus is on the devastation left in the wake of a profitable coal industry, which has long been the economic mainstay of West Virginia. This novel takes a fresh look at the issue, from the inside out. The book chronicles the collateral damage of a family being buried alive. The central character, Lace Ricker See grows up with the subliminal message that “Your place is more backwards than anywhere in
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After graduating from high school in 1983, she receives enough in scholarships and other financial assistance to attend West Virginia University, telling herself that once she leaves southern West Virginia she will never return. But Lace discovers that she cannot leave her home without losing herself. Despite grades good enough to put her on the dean’s list, she gets pregnant and drops out after her first semester. Life Happens. Her dreams die inside, and she is reborn. Fifteen years later, when the narrative begins, Lace is a mother of four with a job at the local Dairy Queen. Memories of Morgantown are a nostalgic regret she cannot afford, too busy dealing with the more-thansufficient evil of the day. It turns out that the Dairy Queen is also the hub of the unofficial local political action committee to inform the public and defy the coal companies. Lace has learned the wisdom of the land. “You can live off these hills” her mother liked to say. Now, from her cohort at the Dairy Queen, Lace receives a new education about the dangers encroaching. She learns that the new methods of mining have removed entire mountains and filled nearly a thousand miles of streams and killing everything around. A central chapter of the novel renders a first-person
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account of the Feb. 26, 1972, disaster at Buffalo Creek when coal slurry dams burst upon mining communities, killing many, injuring more and leaving thousands homeless. The Pittston Coal Company called the event “an act of God,” meaning they were not to blame. Although the people belong to the mountains, the mountains belong to the coal companies. Based on oral histories the author collected from residents of the coalfields, each chapter is identified by the name of one of the characters and told from that point of view. The reader thus enters the inner thoughts and feelings of very different well-defined individuals, including Lace and each of her four children. But perhaps the biggest disappointment of the book is that none of the chapters are devoted to James Makepeace Turrell, known to everyone as “Jimmy Make.” He is the 15-year-old father of Lace’s first child, eventually her husband, an unemployed union miner and a major force in the plot. Although this novel takes a strong stand for environmental conservation, its main point is that it is not just the landscape, but also families being torn apart and turned bottom up. This book may keep you up at night, thinking about the reality of a topic often discussed in stereotypical terms. It can make you feel you do not know what you thought you knew. And that is a good place to start.
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Cubs Take Shepherd Standout
Matthew Murphy Sports Editor
Sports, unlike other forms of entertainment, are such an interesting examination into chaos and unpredictability. In the wide world that is entertainment, much, if not all is fabricated, leaving sports as an amazing world of true entertainment. That is why it is so difficult to make a successful film about sports. The audience can experience what the film is trying to evoke, but instead have it occur in real time—not a fictional world. This brings the Shepherd University Baseball squad to a fascinating crossroads. As of 2011, not a single Shepherd baseball player had ever
been drafted. That all changed in 2012, when the Boston Red Sox took first baseman Nathan Minnich in the eighth round of the first-year player draft. Nathan was a known quantity; he won the Tino Martinez Award as the best player in Division II. The Waynesboro, Pa. native holds countless Shepherd records, and witnessed his number, 34, retired this past fall.
It would not have shocked anyone to see a decade pass by without another Ram baseball player being drafted. Conventional wisdom would have argued for that as well. Only one Shepherd star had ever been drafted; the chances of two players being drafted in consecutive years were
next to nothing.
Luckily, as mentioned previously, sports are unpredictable. With the 618th pick in the 2013 Major League Baseball draft, the Chicago Cubs selected Rams pitcher Josh McCauley. McCauley, who has been on a whirlwind of a collegiate baseball career, finally saw his hard work pay off when the residents of the friendly confines of Wrigley Field decided to select him. “At that time so many emotions came over me, finally being glad to reach a dream I’d looked forward to my whole life,” McCauley said. For any athlete, getting drafted is the true culmination of hard work
and determination, lest we forget the sacrifices endured by the family of the athlete: countless hours of travel to tournaments and showcases, thousands and thousands of dollars spent on equipment, fees and gasoline. It not only is a moment of joy for the athlete; it is an exhalation from the family and friends as a whole. McCauley’s journey to the Cubs was anything but smooth.
The Mercersburg, Pa. native played ball for Frederick Community College prior to transferring to West Virginia University in Morgantown. However, his career in Morgantown was brief. When asked about it, the former Frederick Cougar
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simply responded, “At West Virginia things didn’t work out. [The coach] told me to go find a spot somewhere else to benefit me.” McCauley and Minnich leave a legacy of talent behind in Shepherdstown. When looking to the future, it raises questions about what future Rams could play as professional ball players. For the future, keep an eye on left-handed pitcher Paul Hvozdovic and outfielder Ryan Messina. Both had standout seasons for Shepherd while being underclassmen. Seeing three straight years of Shepherd draftees would shock no one, based upon the talent currently residing at Fairfax Field in Shepherdstown.
Golf: A Forgotten Fall Sport
Joshua Meadows | Managing Editor
Trees, hazards, and Shepherd students adorn the local golf course, Cross Creek Country Club.
Matthew Murphy Sports Editor
No one disputes the fact that on the vast majority of college campuses, football is king. Should football not be the dominant sport, next tends to be men’s basketball. In the world of professional sports, football is king as well. At the professional level, however, golf is very popular. But, at the collegiate level, golf is not all that popular. In fact, collegiate golf should be more popular. Shepherd’s golf team competes in both the fall and the spring. No other sport here can attest to the fact they compete in multiple seasons. Also, the golf team is returning its entire roster—something very impressive in collegiate athletics. Based on the fact that all members are returning, the squad should be looking
to capture the inaugural Mountain East Conference title. The Binghamton, N.Y. native, Tim Wilson, is looking to establish himself as a leader this season. “We are definitely aiming for the top this season. As an experienced team, you have to be able to take advantage when an opportunity presents itself. Hopefully we will come through,” Wilson said. Chances are, if you’re reading this, you don’t know much about the golf team. You should know that they practice nearby at Cress Creek, where head golf professional Keith Radar serves as the head coach of the Rams. Having a home course so close to campus is advantageous for the Rams, as travel time can always be a hassle for a concentration-based sport such as golf.
“Definitely helps you keep your eye on the prize. Not having to worry about gas for travel is always a plus,” Wilson said. Also keep your eye out for rising senior Zach Weber. Last season, he made the All-WVIAC First Team and is looking to lead the line once again for the Rams. “Zach is a great presence to have. He never gets too high or too low. Even-keeled would be a great way to describe him,” Wilson said. If given the chance, get out and watch a practice this fall. Golf courses are already pretty plots of land, but during the fall they can be quite stunning, as evidenced by the changing foliage and water hazards. Maybe you will even pick up a new, fun, challenging and leisurely activity.
Could Howard Jones Play on Sundays?
Matthew Murphy Sports Editor
All young football players dream of playing in the National Football League. Every kid fantasizes about being paid boat-loads of money to do something they love. Recently, a former Ram, Dom Jones, has been able to play in the NFL with the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts. Potentially, a few current Rams could join him very soon. Chief among the candidates is defensive end Howard Jones. To be noticed in a lower level of college football, one must truly stand out to the scouts. One way could be gaudy statistics; another way could be freak athleticism. Or, you could just have both. If you have both, your name could be Howard Jones. Jones arrived at Shepherd as a wide receiver. However, after displaying hands that supicket.com
were deemed less than stellar, the football staff elected to move him to defensive end. It was a match made in heaven. Jones’ freak speed was nothing short of terror for opposing WVIAC offensive lineman.
Md. native is not far off in his thinking; when scouts show up, chances are they may see another prospect they like. That player may be defensive tackle Mike Franklin who helps out Jones on the field.
“There are no words to describe just how much Howard disrupts an offense,” rising junior linebacker Nick Pugh said. “At the Division II level, he is an absolute nightmare to block.”
“They play along the d-line together. I’d hate to have to block them both,” senior punter Troy McNeil said. “I would not be shocked at all if they both eventually played some form of pro football.”
Pugh is not the only person to take notice. During the off-season, the Detroit Lions and Philadelphia Eagles both watched him workout. “Anytime you have professional scouts showing up, well, it is obviously a positive for the program,” sophomore kicker Ryan Earls replied. The young, Kent Island,
Both of the aforementioned players are entering their final years of eligibility. You can see them take the field for the first time in the upcoming season on Sept. 7 when the Rams take on their rival, Shippensburg. It will also be the first time you can see the Rams play as members of the newly-minted Mountain East Conference.
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Four Added to the Hall of Fame Matthew Murphy Sports Editor
For Shepherd University, athletics have always been a point of pride. There is no better way to honor the past than by inducting select athletes into a hall of fame. It is an excellent way to recognize those who have achieved great things on the athletic field as well as in the classroom. Being a scholar-athlete is not easy, and is definitely something to be proud of. On Oct. 18, four new members will be enshrined into the Shepherd University Athletic Hall of Fame. The event will be held at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Center, and the inductees will also be honored the following day during the football game against Notre Dame of Ohio. This years inductees are Mike Doran, Cassie Murray, Rob Bradford and Joel Gordon. Many consider Mike Doran to be the “father of Shepherd University Men’s Soccer.” The Estero, Fla. native has 50 career wins as head coach. These victories were accumulated between 1989 and 1997. Doran was named the WVIAC Coach of the Year in 1994 and 1996. Murray was a four-year First Team All-WVIAC standout for the women’s basketball squad between 1999 and 2004. She is the program’s all-time leader in three-point field goals with 161. Murray also recorded 224 steals. The Hagerstown native’s 1,494 points place her second all-time in the history of the program while her 768 rebounds land her in sixth place alltime.
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The third player to be enshrined into the Shepherd University Athletic Hall of Fame this year is Rob Bradford, a Seneca Valley High School graduate from Germantown, Md. Bradford played for the Rams between 1983 and 1986, playing on two WVIAC Championship teams. In 1983 and 1986 he played in the NAIA Playoffs, the same years that the Rams took home the WVIAC crown. He had a sensational year in 1986, hauling in 51 catches for a school record of 1,121 yards to go along with nine touchdowns. His nine touchdown receptions tie a Ram record. The final former Ram to enter the Athletic Hall of Fame is someone you can still see around campus almost every day. Current Shepherd football quarterback’s Coach Joel Gordon, a member of the graduating class of 2003, will be enshrined into the Shepherd University Athletic Hall of Fame. Gordon was a four-year starter as well as a three-year captain, and holds many Ram passing records, including passing yards with 7,236 completions, 522 of 977 pass attempts and 66 career touchdown passes. He helped lead the Rams to the 1999 WVIAC title. The Athletic Hall of Fame banquet will begin with a social hour at 6 p.m. followed by the dinner and induction ceremony at 7 p.m. Tickets are $35 and will be available for purchase Sept. 6 through the Shepherd University Office of Advancement by calling 304876-5527 or 304-876-5524.
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