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A&E: Program Board hosts annual ‘Halloween Bash’ celebration
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Monday, Oct. 31, 2022
Vol. 55 No. 9
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Criminal justice students attend national conference Samuel Chauvette Vanguard Reporter
Congressman Dan Kildee and Congressman Ted Lieu answer SVSU students’ questions about current events and topics. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie
Congressmen Kildee and Lieu visit campus Alyssa McMillan
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n Oct. 26, the College Democrats of SVSU hosted U.S. Congressmen Dan Kildee and Ted Lieu. Kildee, who represents the congressional district including Saginaw Vally State University’s campus, kicked off the night by asking all the students in attendance to state their name and major. After that, the floor was open to students to ask questions. The first question was directed towards Lieu, who represents a congressional district in California. He was asked what his stance on the Ukraine-Russia conflict. “I’m a big believer that the pen is more powerful than the sword,” he said. “I’ve concluded there’s only two ways this war ends, either Russia conquers the Ukraine or Putin concludes he cannot win. I support giving the Ukraine whatever they need to win on the battlefield.” He was also asked what he feels about China and how America can compete with them. “One of the reasons we passed the CHIPS act is to make sure we’re no longer dependent on other countries,” he said. “It’s not only good for the economy but it’s good for mass security. We [also] have terrific property laws and a way of boosting innovation. Long term, we still outcompete our competition.” Kildee said he thinks America needs to strengthen its relationships with other democracies to help outbid China. He highlighted that this is something the U.S. House of Representaives has had 12-hour meetings to try to figure out. “Creating stronger alliances with other democracies,” he said. “Particularly in the west, like the European Union and the United Kingdom.” After the Q&A, Kildee and Lieu met with
students to take photos. Kildee sat down afterwards for a one-on-one interview with the Vanguard. Kildee is going into this election with a new district. He said 80% is his old district but he has some new areas now included in that. He now has all of Saginaw County and much of Midland County including the city of Midland. He also represents Genesee County inclding Flint. “It’s a challenging race,” he said. “It’s a toss up kind of district, one that can go either way and that’s an unusual situation for me to be in. I’ve been in Congress for 10 years, but I haven’t had a race as contested as this. It’s one of the most contested races in the country.” He talked about why this election is so important. “It’s important for the country,” he said. “Part of it is because the vision of the two parties couldn’t be more distinct. The republican party has kind of lost its soul. It’s become the party of Trump and that’s a dangerous thing. I’m willing to criticize my own party because they’re not always 100% right either, but in this particular case what we have is a Republican Party that’s just so disconnected from reality.” Kildee expressed an understanding of the current political climate and how that can be disheartening to young adults just coming into voting and gave advice on how to figure everything out. “Find reliable information, sources of information and don’t fall into a trap that a lot of people have fallen into. Which has people consuming information that proves their own biases,” he said. “What I used to tell people all the time is read a newspaper. Newspaper might not be paper anymore but find a reliable, credible, source of news information and read that every day. “If a person does that, they’ll know where they fit in the political spectrum. They know how that information, and their own values,
will move them to action. The other thing I would say is people who think they’re checking out of the political process aren’t really checking out,” he said. “They’re still going to be affected by it and their lives are going to be impacted, their freedom could be curtailed by it. It’s a pretty simple choice if people understand that. Start small, you don’t have to run for office or give speeches but even as a student, being involved in an organization like this group (the College Democrats).” He ended by saying everyone has a voice and should use it. “Everybody’s voice is the same, if you’re a freshman at SVSU who just turned 18 or a billionaire on Wall Street, there’s one day where you have the same power. I’d hate to see someone who has that power not use it.”
The Valley Vanguard Editor-in-chief, Alyssa McMillan, interviews Congressman Dan Kildee on Oct. 26. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie
Kappa Tau Epsilon hosts annual ‘Speak Out’ event Fara Bommarito Vanguard Reporter
On Oct. 26, Kappa Tau Epsilon (KTE) hosted the annual Avon: Speak Out event in collaboration with Underground Railroad, Inc., an organization that helps people in situations of domestic violence. Claire Dushane, KTE’s President, says the main goal of this event is to “spread awareness of domestic violence to the Saginaw community and students on SVSU’s campus.” KTE’s sorority sisters put together several baskets to auction off at the event. All proceeds from the bidding went to Underground Railroad. Companies in the surrounding community also donated items for the auction. In the future, the sorority plans to have a Coyer Candle Company fundraiser for Underground Railroad as well. Third-year elementary education major Lisa
Furtaw is in her second year serving as the sorority’s philanthropy chair. Furtaw said her favorite part was planning this event was “the rewarding process of working alongside the Underground Railroad, our main philanthropic partner.” University Police were also present at the event to showcase the resources available on campus. University Police Officer McDonald mentioned the Mental Health and Wellness Center and Title IX reporting as resources that can help victims remain anonymous. Prevention Education Coordinator for Underground Railroad, Shawn Schutt, says he hopes the event helps people. “[I hope the event] helps people learn what abuse might look like, how to help someone who is being abused and what steps we can all take to reduce domestic violence in our community.” Schutt also said that he wishes the SVSU community knew the extent of the resources provided
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by Underground Railroad. “We are so much more than a shelter for people who have been abused,” he said. “We provide all kinds of free training on domestic and sexual violence, human trafficking, building an empathetic workplace and preventing violence.” Fourth-year communications major Olivia Bruzewski is a KTE member who attended the event on Wednesday night. Bruzewski said she hopes that more people get to hear Schutt speak in the future. Sigma Pi, one of the on-campus fraternities, also attended the event. The brothers came to show their support and actively participated during the event’s interactive speeches from both Schutt and McDonald. Underground Railroad, Inc. has a hotline that is available 24/7, as well as featuring a shelter, court support, a place to drop off and pick up children, therapy support groups.
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On Sept. 22, the Midwestern Criminal Justice Association held its annual conference in Chicago. There, two criminal justice students, Elaine Curtis and Hope Kuenker, from Saginaw Valley State University, presented their findings and experience from working and doing research with the Saginaw Police Department Victim’s Service Unit (VSU). Their research involved seeing how well victims are treated in the current system. “Our research centered around seeing how well victims were being served,” Kuenker said. “This included things like if they were happy with their interactions with the VSU, areas they thought the VSU/PD could’ve improved on, and different resources they were given.” One thing they found is that there is no right or wrong way to heal. “For example, after speaking with victims, it quickly became clear that there is no right or wrong way to heal and the process isn’t linear,” she said. “Many of the victims I spoke with were from the same family or closely connected and were handling things very differently.” She also learned why the VSU is important. “Being a victim of a crime can make things in their life feel very out of control, which I quickly learned is why having things such as VSUs are crucial in making victims feel like they have a voice and a say in what happens with their case.” Both students found the experience with the unit to be insightful and impactful. “Many of the victims expressed how thankful they were to have been contacted by the VSU and how this was one of the only, if not the first, time in their lives that they felt like they were actually heard and what they said was taken seriously,” Kuenker said. Curtis said that some of things were hard to listen to. “My experience was inspiring,” she said. “Talking to people about one of the most horrific things to happen to them is humbling and reminds me that life is a blessing.” Curtis also said the biggest benefit was getting to talk to the victims. “The biggest benefit of this position was learning the victim’s side of things,” she said. “In the media, we typically only see a focus on the criminal and how to help them and reintegrate them back into society, while this is crucial, we tend to forget there is a victim on the other side.” She’s glad they were able to go and spread awareness. “This experience was highly valued because we were able to spread awareness on how critical Victim Services Units are.”
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Program Board hosts annual ‘Halloween Bash’
Buzz-Lightyear and Woody check in oncoming students for the Halloween Bash on Oct. 27. The event was held by Program Board and featured different activites. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie
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aginaw Valley State University hosted multiple weekend events in honor of Halloween this past weekend. Events took place each day and students joined together to celebrate Halloween in their own unique ways. On October 27th from 7p.m to 11p.m., SVSUs Program Board
hosted their annual Halloween Bash. Students from across campus joined together to enjoy different Halloweenthemed activities. Halloween Bash consisted of a variety of different events throughout the night, each held in different areas of the campus surrounding student life. The events ranged from enjoying free mocktails with PHE to Monster Jeopardy in the Programming Room.
Students dressed up for Halloween and painted realistic skulls during the Halloween Bash on Oct. 27. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie
Halloween Bash also hosted different performance groups, such as the Hip Hop Crew, which kicked off the event and performed from 7:30p.m to 8p.m. In a collaboration with the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, students participated in Skull Painting in the Programming Room from 7p.m to 9p.m. This added a creative and educational twist to celebrating Halloween. Southwest Community Council also hosted a Bingo night during this time in the Thompson Student Activities Room (TSAR). Directly following the Bingo event was a Beads and Movie night for the students to enjoy. To finish the night off strong, Forever Red held a costume contest in the rotunda. Throughout each of these individual events, a DJ played for the students; in addition, a photo booth and escape rooms kept students engaged in between events and in their downtime. Andrew Giglio, fourth year marketing major and Program Board president said his favorite parts of the event involved watching the activitues come together after the planning lead by Jenna Krolak, Senoir evnt planner.. “It is always my favorite thing seeing people realize just how qualified and capable they are,” Giglio said. Halloween Bash is a unique event here at SVSU because of its ability to pull in so many different student organizations under one place to enjoy celebrating a national holiday. Jamie Eichert, an elementary
A student dresses up as his favorite Star Wars villain during the Halloween Bash. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie
education major and first year student, attended the event. “The performance from the hip-hop crew was amazing,” Eichert noted. “I really loved the skull painting too. Such a fun way to get involved and get into the Halloween spirit.” Program Board also hosted a scary movie night at 7p.m. the following day, inviting students to come grab some popcorn and watch the cult classic “Scream” together in the TSAR, which kept student’s spirits high for the Halloween weekend.
Cardinals Vote holds mock polling for students Connor Rousseau Vanguard Reporter
Cardinals Vote, a non-partisan group at Saginaw Valley State University that operates through the Center for Community Engagement and Experiential Learning, hosted a mock polling event on Oct. 25 in the Unity Room. The event gave students an opportunity to experience their own walkthrough of the election day process, which was especially beneficial for students unsure of what to expect come Election Day on Nov. 8. Nikolas Baker is a political science sophomore who coordinated the event.
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He said the event was important because it gave students a closer look at the voting process, something which can seem intimidating to many people unfamiliar with its ins and outs. “There is a general process that most polling places follow, so once someone has done it once, they will feel much more comfortable voting,” Baker said. “This walkthrough was very low-stakes and allows students to experience ‘voting’ for the first time without there being any consequence to making a mistake.” Baker coordinated with the Kochville Township clerk and deputy clerk to receive the help and resources needed to run the event. “Like all of our other events, if
anyone has any non-partisan-related election questions, we are happy to answer them,” Baker said. “Young people generally vote in lower numbers and can be discouraged from voting much easier. This event can hopefully show students that voting is not scary and encourage them to exercise their right to vote.” Riley Hupfer is the director of the Center for Community Engagement and Experimential Learning who attended and helped oversee the event. He said that the voting process can appear daunting to those who have never been through the voting process as well as those who may need a refresher, since there is a lot involved. “Knowing what to expect and being
properly prepared makes for an easier time at the polls, where students can focus on their ballot and exercising their right,” Hupfer said. Hupfer said that the event was intended to help people feel more knowledgeable and confident about the voting process and what their plans will be on or before Election Day. “The ultimate goal is to help student voters feel more prepared to exercise their right to vote on Nov. 8, and in all elections ahead,” Hupfer said. “We’re here to educate voters on the processes while they’re here at SVSU, and as they vote in other communities after graduation. There are many rules to navigate in the election process and everyone’s story is unique.”
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Review: ’The Watcher’ is eerily suspenseful Connor Rousseau Reporter csrousse@svsu.edu
“The Watcher” quickly rose to Netflix’s top ten list after it attracted a massive audience compelled by its mysterious plot, intriguing elements of horror and episodes that always left viewers with a cliffhanger. “The Watcher” quickly tosses its audience into a creepy, intriguing, suspenseful, mysterious, plotline that thickens with every episode as it focuses on the Brannock’s, an affluent family that just moved into a multimillion dollar mansion located at 657 Boulevard in Westfield, New Jersey. After moving into their new home, the Brannock family quickly discovers idiosyncratic neighbors who don’t care too much for the new residents of
Westfield. Shortly after Dean Brannock discovers an odd letter in his mailbox from someone calling themselves “the watcher.” At first mildly creepy and assumed to be a prank, the letters quickly turn dark and ominous. Of course, the police are of little help, and as the episodes progress, Dean Brannock does some digging into the history of his family’s new mansion and discovers some haunting secrets. As the list of possible suspects grows, this mystery series becomes anything but predictable or cheesy. The watcher truly could be anyone, perhaps Dean himself, and whenever you think the characters have finally discovered the culprit, a wrench is thrown into the works and the plot thickens once more. “The Watcher” isn’t just about a mysterious stranger sending ominous letters to a family, though. It also touches on political themes, relationships, and current events.
The first episode touches on political correctness, and as Dean contemplates moving his family out of their new home, Nora protests by asking Dean if their children should be “raised in a country where whenever one is threatened or bullied, one gives up and backs away like a coward”. In another episode, Dean is accused of racism for telling his 16-year-old daughter she is not allowed to see a 19-year-old black man to whom she is attracted due to the age difference, however, this leads to accusations of bigotry. The music of the story is psychologically stirring, arousing a wide range of emotions ranging from unease to suspense and action-packed chase music as the Brannock family fights for answers. The actors, including stars such as Naomi Watts as Nora Brannok, Bobby Cannavale as Dean Brannok, and Mia Farrow as Pearl Winslow, allow for
fascinating character development throughout as they create unique, relatable identities throughout the oneseason series. Social and financial pressures are also portrayed throughout this show, which is based on a true story of the Brannock family that purchased 657 Boulevard and almost moved in in 2014 before receiving eerie letters from someone calling themselves “the watcher.” The fact that this television show is based on true events only adds to this show’s fear factor, especially considering that whoever was sending those letters in real life was never caught. Who knows, maybe “the watcher” is watching the show on Netflix right this very minute. Maybe they’re laughing at the fact that they got away with their scheme, that their letters were never traced back to their hand, that they’re still out there, possibly writing more letters to other hapless home owners…
Relationships need more honest communication to thrive Emma Urbaniak Reporter
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One of the greatest blessings in life is human connections. The fact that we can make friends, form relationships, and support one another day after day is simply beautiful, and a lot of happiness and even knowledge can be derived from relationships with friends, loved ones and family members. Looking at human relationships from a slightly less cheerful viewpoint, however, most of us have also experienced the falling out of a friendship or relationship. Whether it be from an argument, miscommunication, or a simple halt in talking, it can be sad to lose someone you once cared about so deeply.
Lately, I have debated why this is such a common experience - How does a person go from being someone we think we could not live without to virtually a stranger? The conclusion I have come to is that open and honest communication is the most essential and important element of relationships in our lives, and a lot of people seem to lack the skill. As a little kid, you may remember teachers asking what superpower you would choose if you could pick one, some may have said levitation, others time travel, however a common answer was the ability to read minds. Even from a young age, we wish we knew what others were thinking. Rightfully so, because life would be so much easier if we knew what others were thinking, many of the problems in our lives stem from bad communication. For example, many of us have concealed our true opinions and
emotions in fear of hurting others. Understandably, it can be uncomfortable to be honest with others when our opinions oppose theirs, however, we all deserve to be heard out by others, and to put your feelings on the backburner in hopes of sparing someone else’s is hurting you more than anyone else. Another example can be seen when one does not attempt to communicate at all. Admittedly, I am guilty of not talking to people because of a busy schedule or just pure laziness, but keeping in touch with friends can obviously put a damper on a relationship. Even just a simple, “How are you doing?” or “Fill me in!” can contribute so much to a relationship. Even though we can get busy, making it a point to care about your loved ones can contribute so much to a relationship. Finally, assuming loved ones feel one way can also harm a relationship
It can be easy to assume our friends and family are mad at us in times of conflict. However, you will never truly know how another person feels until you ask them. Simply just telling another person your questions and opening up the door for honesty can relieve your own brain of so much stress and anxiety. Not communicating with others is ultimately harming yourself more than anyone else. My advice is to familiarize yourself with your own feelings and make it a point to let your loved ones know what you’re thinking. Not only that but listen to their feelings as well. Simply have an honest conversation. I encourage you to take time to know yourself, your feelings, your thoughts, and simply just let others know when you are ready. Except when the topic of politics arises at the Thanksgiving dinner table. Then, my advice to you is to sit back and maybe stay quiet.
Moderate political views need more representation Connor Rousseau Reporter csrousse@svsu.edu
In a political climate defined by the harsh winds of extremism, there’s never been a greater need for balanced voices who understand and acknowledge the complexities and multiple dimensions of politics. Too many Americans have adhered to the ideology that you must pick a side, that you must be left or right, that you must be Democratic or Republican, liberal or conservative. Too many have assimilated to extremes, surrendering their own true values for others I have seen friends from both sides give up their unique political identities for those who believe that everyone
must fall in line with their ideology in order for peace and prosperity to exist in a civil society. But when did we surrender logic to these false dichotomies of left versus right? When did we exchange critical thinking for political bandwagons? When did we, as a society, reach a point of such dangerous fanaticism that we think the only way to conquer one extremism is with an equal and opposite extremism? This week, SVSU is hosting a guest speaker to discuss the importance of liberty, character, and civility in politics. This is a conversation long overdue, and I sincerely hope it serves as a wake-up call to those Americans who believe the only way to serve their country is to join one of the two violent extremes. Often lost in political debates are those with moderate views. Because of their balanced perspectives, and their
ability to understand both sides of the political spectrum, they attract little attention. The news wants to capture the juicy details of division, violence, and hatred, so moderates are unheard of, as prevalent as they are. The solution to the violence, the hatred and the division in our society is not necessarily a reminder to remain civil. A solution is to give moderates more time in the spotlight. Give attention to those who acknowledge all sides and facets, all concepts and caveats that inform our political leanings. These people use their ability to step outside of themselves for a moment and view the labyrinth of politics with impartiality, free of fallacy judgment. It may be difficult to hold multiple views simultaneously. But why do they seem so mismatched? Are some views not allowed to go together? Are our thoughts and views like computer
code? If this, then this? If not this, then this? If this, then not this? We aren’t robots. We are unpredictable, intricate, intelligent beings who don’t always fit the mold of society we are expected to fill. If moderate views received more attention in the media, people could break out of their political echo chambers and be exposed to balance rather than bias. There are more moderates out there than the news networks and the politicians would lead you to believe, and if we as a country wish to heal our divisions and unite as a nation, we must give moderate views an opportunity to pour oil on troubled waters. We may learn something about our fellow Americans we either didn’t know before. Most importantly, we may finally realize that if we lose our balance, we will fall.
The C-store should carry more fruits and vegetables Trinity Sullivan A&E Editor
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This may end up being a very unpopular opinion, but it always bothered me that there werent more things to cook with at the C-store. I know its unrealistic to want a grocery stores worth of food, but I think it would be a really helpful addition to carry things like frozen fruits and veggies. It makes sense to me, given as the dorms at SVSU have full kitchens, that
they would sell. Not every student on campus has a car or money outside of their meal plan, especially freshman students. By giving students more options of things to actually cook with, it would allow them to take more pride in themselves, learn a new and important skill, and even help with homesickness in some cases. Before you say it’s weird to sell fruit and beg at a convenience store, let me tell you a bit about my old job. I worked at a Walgreens in high school, in addition to milk, eggs, and bread, our freezer section had frozen vegtables, frozen prepared meats like grilled
chicken slices, and even raw beef. If its okay to sell raw beef at a pharmacy, I don’t see why it would be far fetched at a convenience store. There’s already a ton of pantry staples for students to pick up when they’re running short, why not add a bag of frozen peas for a dinner or blueberries for a smoothie? It does make me slightly uneasy to think about the smoke alarms that might be encouraged to be set off, but making mistakes is part of the learning process, and you can’t tell me you’ve never over sauteed an onion in your life. Overall, I think that carrying more produce and other grocery items could
encourage students to build healthy habits. Cooking for yourself is a life skill, a social event, a stress reliever, and generally healthier than most other options. I think it’s important to encourage it whenever you can, especially in an environment like college where people are already focused on learning and growth. I know it’s unrealistic to want a ton of options, but to have at least an option might be a good change. Not everyone may agree that it’s a good idea, and that’s okay. I don’t know the logistical side of things or all the barriers in the way, but I think it’s a good thing to start thinking about.
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Football falls short in a Halloween weekend nailbitter Cameron Brown Vanguard Sports Editor
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aginaw Valley State University football hosted Davenport University for its annual Hall of Fame/Family Weekend matchup. The 6-2 Cardinals squared off against the undefeated Panthers this past Saturday at 1 p.m. at Wickes Memorial Stadium. In a matchup of top-25 NCAA Division II Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) programs, the Panthers narrowly edged out the Cardinals by a score of 29-28.
The Panthers remain unbeaten and improve to 8-0 while the Cardinals fall to 6-3 on the season and 1-3 in the GLIAC. QB Jarius Grissom led the Cardinals passing attack while completing nine of his 14 passes for 140-yards and one touchdown. Grissom connected with Isaiah Malcome for a 58-yard touchdown pass halfway through the fourth quarter. This remained to be the Cardinals only passing score of the game. WR Casey Williams hauled in four receptions for a total of 47-yards and Derrick Hinton Jr. added an additional 31-yards on his three receptions.
While the Cardinals passing attacked struggled to build on an early score, the running game proved itself once again to be the focal point of the offense. QB Jarius Grissom consistently escaped the pocket and rushed for 154-yards on 18 carries; finding the endzone on three separate occasions. RB Isaiah Malcome came away with an additional 22 yards while carrying the ball 10 times. The Cardinals defense battled against a strong Panthers offense all afternoon. LB Alfred Dailey Jr. had a game-high 11 tackles while DL Jacob Dorn and LB Trevor Nowaske had 10 tackles, respectively.
While the Cardinals failed to record a sack for the first time this season, DL Jacob Dorn found himself in the backfield and secured the Cardinals’ only tackle for loss of the game. Defensive backs Michael Woolridge and Derrick Hinton Jr. each came away with an interception, bringing the Cardinals season total to an impressive 16 takeaways. Although the Cardinals fought until the very end, it was not enough as the Panthers came away with the road win. SVSU will look to bounce back next weekend as it visits Northern Michigan University on Saturday, Nov. 5 for a 1 p.m. kickoff.
The Saginaw Valley State Cardinals storm the field prior to kickoff against its conference rival, Davenport University.Vanguard Photographer | Capri Kloha
Quarterback Jarius Grissom looks for an openening as he attempts to slip through Davenport’s defensive line. Vanguard Photographer | Capri Kloha
Running back Isaiah Malcome catches a pass from Jarius Grissom and runs for a 58-yard touchdown. Vanguard Photographer | Capri Kloha
Volleyball comes away winless in conference matchups Faith Howell Vanguard Reporter
The Saginaw Valley State Cardinals hosted the Wayne State Warriors this past Tuesday in the Hamilton Gymnasium. The game started off intense, with the Cardinals falling just short by a score of 2522. The second set resulted in an easy win for the Warriors at 25-13, and this carried the team into its third consecutive win of 25-22 in the third and final set. This put the Cardinals at 10-15 overall and 5-9 in the GLIAC standings. Even in the face of another tough loss,
the Cardinals showcased a strong offensive approach. The Cardinals posted a .119 hitting percentage and eight blocks total. Madison Thompson, sophomore outside hitter, led the Cardinals with 11 kills and five blocks. Kelsey Vittiow, sophomore defensive specialist, balanced out the strong offense with some impressive digs, rounding out the game with a total of 16. This past Friday, the Cardinals hosted the Northern Michigan Wildcats in the Hamilton gymnasium. The Cardinals could not capitilize on its home court advantage, dropping all three sets by scores of 25-16, 25-19, and 25-12. This caused the Cardinals to slip to a
record of 10-16 on the season and 5-10 in the GLIAC. The Wildcats rose to 11-4 in the conference and 19-7 overall. Rylee Zimmer, junior middle hitter, led the Cardinals with nine kills and 14 digs. Sage Shumaker, sophomore middle hitter, made the board with a career-best of four blocks. The girls started off strong with some impressive assists, blocks, and attacks. This strong offense, however, fell short quite early on as the Wildcats snagged point after point, leaving the Cardinals behind nine points in the first match. The second set fell into a similar pattern as the two teams rallied until NMU found their
footing and secured the 23-14 win. The Cardinals did not lose their perseverance, however, and held the Wildcats at bay for the first 10 points. Unfortunately, this did not continue and NMU soared ahead and snagged the last 15 points of the game. Despite this, SVSU kept up a solid offense and out-blocked NMU by 3. The Cardinals held senior night this past Saturday at 4 p.m. It hosted Michigan Tech University for its third home game of the week. Unfortunately, the Cardinals fell just short winning two sets to Michigan Tech’s three. The Cardinals now sit at 10-17 as they travel to Ferris State next weekend.
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Sarah Fredrick celebrates with her team after she scores her first goal of the season against Ferris State University. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie
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