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Page 2 Monday, September 12 8:30 a.m. Work Keys Testing Friday, September 16 ACT Residual Testing GED Testing Sunday, September 18 2 p.m. BEST Robotics Kick-Off, Student Center Monday, September 19 Direct Loan Disbursement Day, Coliseum Tuesday, September 20 7 p.m. Community Concert, BLH Theatre Friday, September 23 Outstanding Alumni Awards, Burrow Center Monday, September 26 8:30 a.m. Work Keys Testing

September 2011

Upcoming Events Tuesday, September 27 9:30 a.m. Dr. Jill Carroll, Common Read Lecture, BLH Theatre

Friday, October 14 GED Testing Sunday, October 16 2 p.m. BEST Robotics Demo Day

Friday, September 30 GED Testing

Monday, October 17 Midpoint Direct Loan Disbursement

Tuesday, October 4 5:30-7:30 p.m., Opening Reception, Jurgen Tarrasch Art Exhibit, Burrow Center

Tuesday, October 18 9:30 Jurgen Tarrasch Art Demonstration - Working in Fresco, Burrow Center

Monday, October 10 8:30 a.m. Work Keys Testing

Monday, October 24 Financial Aid 60% Drop Date 8:30 a.m Work Keys Testing

Tuesday, October 11 7 p.m. Community Concert, BLH Theatre Wednesday, October 12 8 a.m. Test Preparation for Ornamental and Turf Pest Control State Permit for Professional Services 11 a.m. Student Investment Luncheon, Coliseum

Friday, October 28 GED Testing Saturday, October 29 BEST Robotics Competition, Coliseum

Soccer Schedule Fall 2011

Volleyball Schedule Fall 2011

(HOME GAMES - On the WSCC Soccer Field)

(HOME GAMES - In the Coliseum)

Tuesday, September 13 Wallace State vs. Talladega College @ 3:30 p.m.

Thursday, September 15 Wallace State vs. Faulkner State @ 4 p.m.

Saturday, September 24 Wallace State vs. Union University JV @ 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, September 20 Wallace State vs. Snead State @ 6 p.m.

Saturday, October 1 Wallace State vs. Missippi Gulf Coast @2 p.m.

Tuesday, October 18 Wallace State vs. Southern Union @ 4 p.m., and Wallace State vs. Gadsden State @6 p.m.

Tuesday, October 11 Wallace State vs. Mississippi College @ 3 p.m.

Saturday, October 15 Wallace State vs. Covenant College @ 1 p.m.

Thursday, October 20 Wallace State vs. Brevard (Fla.) @ 4 p.m., and Wallace State vs. Jeff Davis @ 6 p.m.

Thursday, October 20 Wallace State vs. Faulkner University @ 3 p.m.

Friday-Saturday, October 21-22 WSCC Lions Invitational

Wallace State Newspaper Staff STAFF MEMBERS For upcoming events and the most current news be sure and watch the WSCC student E-newsletter that is sent to your email every week. If you missed the email, no worries it’s on Youtube! http://www.youtube.com/wallacestate.

2011 is also the Year of the Student so there are featured student videos posted weekly. If you or someone you know has an interesting story, please email communications@wallacestate.edu.

Anna Parrish, Editor Athena Bingham Christopher Chapman Bethany Eze Aaron Gutierrez

Andrew Hill Kaylen Kennedy Laura Smith Hasten Taylor Alyssa White

Participation The newspaper always welcomes new staff members. It is sponsored by the Wallace State Communications and Marketing Department and the Wallace State Art Department. If you are interested in participating, please contact: Kristen Holmes. Ph: 256-352-8118, Burrow Center Museum, kristen.holmes@wallacestate.edu; Russell Moore, Ph: 256-352-8443, Burrow Center, Room 210, russell.moore @wallacestate.edu; or Adrian Scott, 256-352-8145, adrian.scott@wallacestate.edu, Burrow Center, Room 219. Meetings are held in the Graphic Arts Classroom on the 2nd floor of the Burrow Center on Wednesdays at 3 p.m.

Mission It is the mission of the Wallace State newspaper to inform the Wallace State student body of campus news and events.

Submissions and Suggestions If you have a story idea or would like to make a submission to the Wallace State newspaper, please send an e-mail to newspaper@wallacestate.edu. All submissions must include the author’s name and contact information.

The Mane Issue’s cover for this month was created by Laura Smith.

Featured on cover: Laura Beth Perkins, an accounting major, from Locust Fork, AL.

It is the policy of the Alabama State Board of Education and Wallace State Community College, a postsecondary institution under its control, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Wallace State Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097. Ph: 404-679-4501).

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September 2011

Nov Ontos Retrospective: A Burrow Museum Special Exhibition Extended Through through September 23 A retrospective of works by artist and design engineer Nov Ontos is on display in the The Ottis and Evelyn Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts at Wallace State Community College in Hanceville through September 23.

The exhibit includes abstract graphic designs and renderings of complex virtual sculptures, architectural plans and models, intricate free-hand drawings, and highly finished ceramic portraits, sculpture and figurative representations.

The print-making of Nov Ontos, which comprises the largest part of the current exhibit, falls into two principal categories: "Cross-Cultural," stemming from his love for Japanese and Chinese design, and "Cross Disciplinary," having to do with his love for geometry and engineering.

An Alabama native, Nov Ontos holds undergraduate degrees in Philosophy and Civil Engineering from Alabama A&M, Architecture from Auburn University, and undergraduate and graduate degrees in Sculpture from Yale. He has taught in the Architecture Department of Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, N.Y., and in several colleges in Alabama, and spent much of his professional life with a number of Architectural and Engineering firms in Alabama.

He describes his creative process this way: “I bring to the design process a multi-disciplined approach and a full spectrum of influences and interests; as disparate—and alike-- as sculpture and differential geometry, gardening and structural engineering, music and philosophy….Although I have acquired extensive training in certain of these disciplines, and have less than rudimentary knowledge and experience of others, I nevertheless stand in awe of the endless vistas of wisdom that lie within the purview of human intelligence. Man’s mind may indeed mirror the Divine!

“Shown L-R: Neo-Constructivist architectural model; FemDeco” - sculptural portrait, study for life size bronze sculpture “I have sought during my life, a common thread, a unifying principal, in the infinite realm of knowledge…. In my case as I believe it to be, the least common denominator, of both intuitive and developmental awareness, has been: Beauty. Beauty, whose presence is made known only by its shadow; Beauty, the means, the transforming principal; the end.”

Narratives by the artist accompany the exhibition.

“We hope this thought-provoking exhibit will keep visitors coming back again and again to develop their own interpretations of the works on display, and to delve into the philosophy of the artist. This exhibit has the ability to affect individuals in personal way, like music, and for those initial impressions to evolve and be refined over time,” said Museum Director Donny Wilson.

The Nov Ontos retrospective is sponsored by The Evelyn Burrow Museum. The exhibit is free and open to the public during regular museum hours – Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – and anytime the Burrow Center is open.

Nuop 1” from a series of graphic designs depicting the Trinity and the Cross

From the Storm Winds printmaking series

NEW ART EXHIBIT, OPENING OCT. 4 Jurgen Tarrasch: “Recollection and Pursuit” October 4-November 8, 2011 - Burrow Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Opening reception:

Tuesday, October 4, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Lecture by the artist at 6:15 p.m.

Burrow Center Lobby and Recital Hall

Artist Demonstration:

Tuesday, Oct. 18, 9:30 a.m.

Burrow Center, 2nd Floor Art Classrooms

For more information, call 256.352.8457 or visit www.burrowmuseum.org.

From the Series, “Relieve”

From the Series, “Elements”

Sponsored by The Evelyn Burrow Museum, the Wallace State Art Department, and the Wallace State Alumni Association.

UPCOMING CONCERTS - WSCC Students Admitted Free The Cullman Community Concert Association will present the following concerts in September and October: Take Me Home - Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 7 p.m.

A tribute to the classic hits and music of John Denver. Artist Jim Curry's performance is the first and only full-length John Denver tribute in Las Vegas. His powerful performance is accompanied by guitar/mandolin, flute, keyboard, brass and drums, and brings John Denver's greatest songs and feelings to life.

American Spirit - Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011, 7 p.m.

It's the music, moments and memories that make us proud to be Americans. Join the multi-talented cast of 10 as they take you on a powerful journey through the events and people that define the American spirit. Seen through the eyes of a wellmeaning but slightly befuddled mayor of Your Hometown, USA, the show is a 90-minute song, dance and story-telling journey. Filled with humor and heart, this production will renew your AMERICAN SPIRIT! Wallace State students are admitted free of charge. (MUST SHOW STUDENT ID.) Performances are held in the Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre at the Wallace State Student Center. For more information, visit cullmancommunityconcertassociation.com.

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September 2011

ZEITOUN: A Story of Survival, Heroism, Faith and Injustice

(Part One)

By: Christopher Chapman Once again, the Common Read Committee has worked hard to supply us with another common read for the year.

Progressing into its third year, students, faculty and employees of Wallace State are given an opportunity to see behind the scenes of New Orleans before, during and after Hurricane Katrina. The story is not only about the death and destruction one natural disaster can cause, but the heroism and survival of a foreign-born man of Muslim faith in America. The book is a wonderful read, and the story is intriguing and disheartening. The Zeitoun family represents the true American spirit.

Abdulrahman Zeitoun is well known throughout the community and is respected by many. Although the life he had before Katrina was rocky at times, he worked very hard to get where he was.

The book begins by explaining the history and background of Abdulrahman Zeitoun and his life before coming to America. Abdulrahman Zeitoun is Syrian-born and has traveled all over the world before coming to America, meeting Kathy and starting his business. Kathy, Zeitoun’s wife, is from New Orleans and who in her own right is special and is everything Louisiana has to offer and more. The Zeitouns raise three beautiful girls, along with Kathy’s son Zach, from a previous marriage.

In the beginning, the reader is welcomed into the lives of the Zeitoun family, from the early morning rush to school and work to the day-in and day-out inner workings of the family business. Throughout the beginning, there are constant reminders of Katrina’s direction, the condition the Gulf Coast is in during the earliest warnings of the storm, and the fear that Kathy has for her family.

Like so many others in the days leading up

to the landfall of the storm, she heads out to the market to gather supplies all while fielding calls from customers for the business she and her husband run. During this time, the author tells of her tribulations and frustrations with the people in the area in the way she and other women are treated when wearing the “hijab” (the headscarf worn by women of Muslim faith).

Kathy’s conversion to Islam is a brilliant and interesting route that the author travels as well. The reasoning behind her decision may find the reader second-guessing his or her own beliefs. One might think this is okay, and another may disagree fully; however, whatever the outcome the reader will not be disappointed while reading this book.

It is truly a wonderful read, and there will be more about what happens in the latter part of the book in the next issue. Please pick up the book "Zeitoun” at the bookstore on campus to see what happens next. In addition, to get the full benefit of the story, one should open the mind and not judge the book before reading it.

“ZEITOUN” Pick up your copy today...This year’s Common Read selection, “Zeitoun” by Dave Eggers, is available in the Wallace State Bookstore.

Check out the video...Wallace State students and employees comment on “Zeitoun” at youtube.com/wallacestate.

Dr. Jill Carroll to Speak on Religous Tolerance By: Christopher Chapman Dr. Jill Carroll will speak in the Betty Leeth Haynes Rice University in 1994 with a specialty in philosophy of Theatre on September 27, at 9:30 a.m. She will discuss religion. She is the author of numerous articles and four “Zeitoun”, this year’s common read and its connection to books. A recent book, “A Dialogue of Civilizations: religious tolerance.

Gulen’s Islamic Ideals and HumanDr. Jill Carroll is a istic Discourse” was a Publishers Houston-based scholar, Weekly bestseller in religion, havTHE COMMON READ writer and speaker who ing been in a “Top 10” category on specializes in world reliAmazon in May 2007. She is a freUPCOMING EVENT gions, religion and world quent guest on radio and television politics, religion in public programs, and has been interWhat: Lecture on “Zeitoun” and life, and applied life philosoviewed by The New York Times, religious tolerance by Dr. Jill phy. She is an Adjunct AsPBS, MSNBC, and Good Morning Carroll of Rice University sociate Professor in the America. She writes a featured Department of Religious blog called “Talking Tolerance” for Studies at Rice University, the online religion section of the Where: Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre, where she also directed the Houston Chronicle. She also writes Wallace State Student Center Boniuk Center for Religious a lifestyle blog called “Now That Tolerance until June 2009.

We’re Here.....”.

When: September 27, 9:30 a.m.

She is a recognized expert She has taught widely for many on issues of religious toleryears in the Houston area, includHow much? Admission is free. Ask ance, philosophy of religion, ing at all campuses of the Univeryour instructor about American religion, and relisity of Houston system, Rice extra credit opportunities gion in public life. Her areas University, The Women’s Institute of specialty include: the role of Houston, The Jung Center of of religion in world politics, Houston, and in the Texas State comparative world religions, trends in American religion, prison system. She is a favorite for keynotes and public the impact of religious diversity in global business, and lectures because of her informative content as well as her applied life philosophy. inspiring and entertaining style.

Dr. Carroll earned her Ph.D. in Religious Studies from (Source: www.jillcarroll.com)

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Keep Current Fall Fashion 2011 By: Alyssa White

Multi-colored Nails: Wearing two different polish colors is so fashionable this season. If you prefer to keep your nails formal, try wearing two lighter polishes, such as peach and pink, together.

For The Girls: Feathers: Feathers are HUGE!! Try wearing a pair of earrings or clipping an extension into your hair.

They work on everyone and come in every color.

For The Guys: Bright shirts: Brighter colors are appearing in stores and fashion magazines. Red and blue are the most popular, but if you like to take a risk, try purple or green.

Menswear-Inspired: Loafers, fedoras, trousers, men’s watches,boyfriend jeans, and plaid are all in style. Just make sure to off-

Cross-body Bags: Cross-body bags are very functional and comfortable. There’s a style for everyone, so search for your perfect handbag.

Colored pants: No longer just a trend for denim, color is showing up on pants everywhere. These make a statement, so be sure to wear neutral colors or metallics to showcase the pants.

Cardigans: Try a long but fitted cardigan for a cute touch to any outfit. Plus, these ward off the cooler weather of the season.

Varsity jackets: Varsity jackets aren’t just for the boys anymore. Whether you buy one or steal your boyfriend’s, this jacket will add a cool edge to a girly look.

This season, there are so many trends to try, there’s got to be one for everyone.

Whether you’re a fashion newbie or you’re the next Rachel Zoe.

set the masculinity with feminine acessories, and only wear one menswear piece at a time.

September 2011

Denim jackets: More men are wearing denim jackets. The more rugged, the better. Just don’t wear the same wash denim on your jeans.

Fedoras: These stylish hats are making a huge comeback. There is a style for every guy out there.

Out and About By: Christopher Chapman For those looking for an adventure not too far from campus, “Birmingham Magazine” polled 3,000 readers and asked what the best thing about Birmingham was and one of the winners was Railroad Park. Railroad Park is located between 14th and 18th streets along First Avenue South and is known for its beautiful setting. With its soft green grass, paved trails and open terrain, it is a favorite for a picnic, a bike ride, or just relaxing on a beautiful day.

To make any Saturday perfect, drive down and visit Pepper Place Farmers Market that is located at 2817 2nd Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233 and is open each Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon, rain or shine. This fall, get out and enjoy what other towns and cities have to offer. Visit railroadpark.org and pepperplacemarket.com for more information.

The Birmingham Public Library (BPL) is planning to feed the mind, body and soul during its upcoming Eat Drink Read Write Festival planned for September 13-17, 2011. BPL and event partners Desert Island Supply Company (DISCO), Foodies Book Club, and Slow Food Birmingham will present a series of free programs bringing food, culinary arts, and literature to the table in a stimulating format. The goal of the Eat Drink Read Write Festival is to raise awareness of food-related issues in our community by exploring these concerns from a variety of perspectives (Birmingham Public Library).

For more information, please visit www.bplonline.org/eatdrinkfest.

September 22 - October 1 Visit the Wallace State Booth

To Kill A Mockingbird at the Fayette County Courthouse

See Harper Lee’s classic performed by the Monroeville Players for the first time in North Alabama to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Fayette County Courthouse.

Tickets are $25, for purchase at http://tokillamockingbird.eventbrite.com Performance Dates and Times: Thurs., September 29, 7 p.m.

Fri., September 30, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Sat., October, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

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Stay on Top

September 2011

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Financial Aid By: Athena Bingham I have been attending Wallace State for three years. One of the most common complaints that I hear is about getting financial aid. I myself had trouble with the initial process so I have composed a list of helpful tips.

The most important thing is to have all paperwork in by the deadlines. Knowing what is needed is always helpful. For new students, meeting admissions requirements comes before financial aid. Having transcripts from high school, a GED, or if

If your first attempt at financial aid is unsuccessful, work with the financial aid personnel; sometimes there are other options. There are a variety of programs that can help such as work study or vocational programs, scholarships, loans, or military benefits for those in the military or with parents who have served. There are displaced worker benefits and vocational rehab and some other programs that financial aid staff members can help with.

Please be patient; they know that the process is difficult. This year there have been more than double the amount of financial aid applications. The office has also moved to the trailers for renovations of the old building. This means the amount of office space and waiting areas are decreased. The staff knows that it adds more stress to those who are new to the process. They cannot wait for the new office space either. Please treat them with the same amount of respect and patience they give you. It will make the whole process a little less difficult.

The lines were long at the coliseum for the grant refund checks.

They still moved swiftly.

you are transferring from another college the transcripts from that college, and the appropriate tests are all things needed to be an admitted student before you worry about financial aid.

When entering the actual financial aid process, filling out the FASFA is the first step. Things needed such as proof of address, a copy of income taxes or an estimated income sheet, copies of social security numbers, photo identification, and be sure to find out if you are an independent or a dependent student. Having trouble finding this information? Be sure to ask a financial aid staff person. This office will help with the difficult process. Sometimes there is more paperwork or information needed. (Visit the Wallace State Financial Aid web page for deadlines and forms.) Make sure that the office has everything they need before the deadlines.

The way to check this is to check your myWallaceState account. If you have never used this account, ask your advisor to walk you through the process.

Students were requested to stand in lines according to alphabetical order. Having your student ID ready helped the process go smoothly. Kayla Payne signs for her check.

After the initial process of learning to apply and receive financial aid, it does get easier. Just remember, Make the Deadlines! Check in just to make sure everything is completed. Just missing a signature or forgetting to hit enter or send can delay the process. Dot the I’s and cross the T’s. Have a wonderful college experience after all the paperwork is done, study hard, and have fun.

College and Money Woes By: Bethany A. Eze Junior and senior high school students, returning college students, and those who are continuing their education for job and career purposes, all have an important detail in common. They are all being forced to reevaluate where and how they will attend college. They will ask themselves what measures should be taken to prepare to pay the tuition in the middle of unstable economic times.

Wallace State students are among the many who are feeling the distress on their wallets and household budgets. In times past many students could afford to live off of work study, an allowance sent by parents and family,

scholarships, and financial aid refunds. However, many are finding themselves with part-time and even full-time employment in order to have their needs met, while taking on a full course load. Students realize that tuition at community colleges is still a good deal financially. According to a 2009 report in The Birmingham News, community college tuition averages about $3,120 per year, which is about half of the cost of a four-year institution in the state of Alabama.

“I believe things have definitely gotten a little tighter with the problems we face as a nation,” says Amber, a freshman on the Wallace State campus.

“My parents try to help as much as they can but I am currently looking for another job just to have gas and money for some things I need.”

Patricia, an Early Childhood Development major, has two children and has returned to Wallace State for further career training. Patricia, like many, has had to tighten the purse strings since last fall. “We try to watch what we spend our money on and ask ourselves, ‘is it a need or a want?’. Some items we choose the store brand over the actual name brand product, and for recreation we have Redbox movie night from Walmart.”

Patricia and other students went on to describe

the long and somewhat difficult financial aid process, which meant some needed to purchase books and materials out of pocket. So what can you do to suppress the pain of wallet or purse drainage on your personal budget?

Tips for surviving a money crunch: -Plan ahead! Take care of any and all financial aid issues in advance before the deadlines.

-Prepare a budget. Overspending seems to be what has gotten us into the shape we are in as a nation. Try tightening up in some areas of your budget. Make saving a top priority in your budget no matter the amount.

-Coupons. You do not have to become the “world’s greatest coupon clipper” but try looking around for coupons to favorite restaurants, stores, and items you use most often. You will be surprised at the money you get to keep in your pocket!

-Sales. Look for those awesome “end of the season” sales. Almost every store has end of the summer, fall, winter, and spring sales on every thing from shoes, clothing, and accessories.

These items are often marked down to more than seventy-five percent off the regular price.

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Sports

September 2011

Around the World to Wallace State By: Hasten Taylor As Wallace State soccer team embarks on the 2011 season, coach Barry Spitzer has assembled a deep and talented roster.

It’s also a team made up of players who where born in different countries, grew up playing different styles and took different routes to Wallace State, playing in countries like Brazil, Ireland, Ghana and Ecuador among others.

Here is a rundown of how particular members of the Wallace State roster made their way to campus.

Niall McKelvey, who played collegiately in Dublin, Ireland, was introduced to WSCC coach Barry Spitzer after meeting him at a recruiting tournament in Tennessee.

Others like Matheus Freire, who hails from Brazil, is fulfilling his dad’s lifelong dream for him to play in the United States.

Andres Moreano, who is from Ecuador, didn't even come to the U.S. to play soccer but to work with his brother in California.

Pictured from left to right, seated, Rishaun Redguard, Andrew Agyin-Birikorang, Kofi Forkuoh, Roy Dixon Jr., Along the way, Moreano found his niche back row, left to right, Joseph Medley, Andres Moreano, Swaheb Shubair, Niall McKelvey, Fatai Alabi, Anthony playing soccer in California which earned Agyin-Birikorang and Matheus Freire. him the opportunity to play at Wallace State.

Swaheb Shubair, whose dad is a doctor, Meanwhile, Rishaun Redguard originally Freshman twins Andrew and Anthony and his family moved from Jordan to New hailed from England and made his way to the Agyin-Birikorang moved to Florida eight years ago from Ghana and then moved to Al- Zealand when Shubair was three months old. U.S. and Wallace State.

He then moved to New Jersey and eventuNo matter where these talented players abama in high school. are from, the path they took to get to Wallace Forward Kofi Forkuoh is also from Ghana. ally to Alabama, where he went to Jacksonville High before coming to Wallace State or the style of soccer they grew up Several other players moved to the U.S. State. playing, all agree the basics and fundamenduring their youth like Fatai Alabi, who came Joseph Medley took a similar path, grow- tals of soccer are universal. to Wallace State from Houston but whose ing up in Libya, moving to Huntsville and Soccer is soccer, any way you dice it up. roots are from Nigeria, or like Roy Dixon Jr., then hooking on with the Lions’ soccer team That’s one reason the love of the game has who was born in Jamaica and came to Walthis fall. brought all of these players to Wallace State. lace from Lithonia, Ga

No. 21 Wallace State volleyball dominates annual season-opening tournament

Wallace State sophomore Kris Lawson.

Wallace State volleyball breezed through its fourth annual season-opening tournament in late August, notching four victories at Tom Drake Coliseum.

The two-time defending state champions defeated Lawson State, Andrew College (Ga.), Snead State and Gadsden State during the two-day event, sweeping each opponent in three sets.

“It was good to see us in action against other opponents. Overall, we played well as a team. I like our versatility offensively. Five girls led a balanced attack that was able to keep opponents off balance, and I was pleased with our setters play all weekend.

Erica Baker has really improved and was a force offensively in the middle, while Kris Lawson played very well blocking Gadsden State’s attack,” said fifth-year coach Randy

Daniel, whose team is ranked 21st nationally.

“We’ve got a lot to improve on, but we’ll get there.”

Freshman Brooke Beasley paced the way with 67 assists, 14 kills and five blocks combined during the four matches for Wallace State (4-0), while Indiana native Jessica Coombs finished with 29 kills, 20 digs, seven aces and five blocks.

Sophomore Amelia Moore had 23 kills, 21 digs and seven aces, Lesley Bemis finished with 26 kills, 10 aces and eight blocks, Hazel Green’s Erica Baker added 17 kills and 10 blocks in her first collegiate action and Kris Lawson contributed 18 kills and nine blocks.

Caelin Light had 45 assists, Callie Miller a team-high 22 digs and Hannah Gunn contributed 10 aces.