WILSON
THE BILLBOARD
FALL 2014 ISSUE 4
WILSON COLLEGE
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania
I Am Fed Up: 43 Missing Mexican Students
By Aurora Ortiz
There are many freedoms people take for granted. One of them is the freedom to protest. On Sept. 26, 43 students went missing from the Ayotzinapa Normal School in Mexico after doing just that. Some believe that the Mexican government is responsible for their disappearance. The disappearance of these 43 students aroused protest in Mexico and in countries around the world. On Nov. 20, students around “Fed up” Wilson students. the world wore black in solidarity for the families join the movement. Those presof these missing students. ent posted pictures holding the Group pictures of stu- face of one of the 43 missing dents wearing all black were students and uploaded them to posted on social media using social media using #Wilsonin#AyotzinapaVive (Ayotzina for action and #AyotzinapaVive. The Ayotzinapa Vive official life). The hope of this movement was to let the Mexican Instagram page has reached Government know that peo- over 7,000 followers, and the ple around the world are not picture of the Wilson comokay with 43 people vanishing munity members in Lenfest Wilson College Spanish Lobby was shared on the page. “There are a lot of things Club, with help of Black Student Union, invited students, we should protest about. Our faculty and staff to join the news is not important unworld wide movement. Chris- less they are affecting us,” tina Gonzales and Assistant said McMenamin. “This soProfessor of Spanish Amanda cial movement makes a powMcMenamin, Ph.D., both made erful statement when counWilson part of this protest. tries around the world join “I found out about the move- together to say ‘we know ment threw the news,” said about this, and it is not okay’” This is the first time WilMcMenamin. “In Hispanic film Studies, issues of social son has been involved in an injustice like the ones hap- event like this. There have pening in Mexico become been protests, but they were the keystone of the class” mainly about local occurrencStudents and faculty met in es. The power of protest, espeLenfest Lobby on Nov. 20 to cially a worldwide protest, is
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IN THIS ISSUE... Campus 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 & 9
Editorial Christmas Parade College Enhancement Plan Brettney Briefly Choir Bahrom International Fencing Club Fading Equestrian Open House Bottom Shelf Review Nursing Program Hunger Banquet Finals Week Stress
Sports 6
Athletes of the Week Basketball updates
Entertainment 10
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part of the Wilson experience. Students have a voice in the college experience. #AyotzinapaVive allowed students to take action outside of class. “Whatever the issue you are passionate about is, use the tools you have at Wilson,” said Christina Gonzales. “Use Wilson as a platform to have your voice heard.” 43 students went missing for trying to use their voice. These students are presumed to be dead but there is no DNA proof of that yet. Many of their families are still hopeful that their children will come back home. Thousands of people stood together with them to protest and demand justice. “The best justice these 43 missing students can get is to be remembered,” said McMenamin. “Let it be known that it is not okay” Wilson College and students around the world have spoken: “I am Fed Up.”
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Some Final Words from The Billboard Editors As the semester comes to a close, this final st�etch is oſten a t�ial for st�dents and facult� alike. While this time of the year is filled with holidays and reunions, it is also a hard time for some—especially those who have gone through major changes in the last year. As a college communit�, I think it is safe to say that we have had our share of t�rbulence in the last year. Some have g�aduated or moved on from the school, others are new to our communit�, and while for the most par� Wilson is the same as it ever was, some things are just different now, looking back at the last year. Avid readers of the Billboard may notice that change has been a constant theme this semester, and there is a reason for that. The college’s recent changes in enrollment have been the cause of many conversations, but that is not the only change we have endured. With some successes we also had some losses, and not just in reference to our spor�s teams. It is impor�ant as the year comes to a close to put more stock in the good than in the bad. To g�ow we must remember and the respect those things we have lost, and we must use what we’ve lear�ed to move for�ard with what we have now. So as you are giving giſts, dining with friends and family, and t�aveling home or elsewhere, live in the moment and enjoy it. But as you do car�� with you the memor� of what you have lost. Life, like the holidays, is about giving and receiving. When things are bleak and life seems to keep taking things from you, remember that life will give you something in ret�r�, even if it is not what you asked for. On the brighter side of things, I would like to take this oppor��nit� to say my thanks for to those that have made this year so special. First, I want to thank the wonderf�l college communit�. Without your suppor�, none of our effor�s would be wor�h it. Secondly, I want to cong�at�late my staff at the Billboard. The amount of g�owth they have exhibited over the past handf�l of months has been phenomenal, and work we will do in the nex� semester is going to be even g�eater than we have done before. I also would like to thank my Wilson friends. Fellow st�dents, staff and facult� alike have made me feel like I belong. I can’t begin to ex�ress my thanks. Finally, and most personally, I want to thank my family. More so now than ever, they mean the world to me. In closing, I have one final message for Wilson: Ho Ho Hold on. We are almost there! ~Casey Beidel, The Billboard Editor-in-Cheif Being a senior is weird. Really weird. I have one more semester of what I have been told will be the best four years of my life. I came to Wilson with the goal to become as invovled as possible. With only one semester leſt I am so glad that I st�ck to my origional resolution. I am on t�o horseback riding teams. I par�icipated in a st�dent r�n play. And I am the Graphic Desig� Editor of The Billboard. Wilson’s small st�dent body allows its st�dents to pursue a broad range of oppor��nities that they might not be able to at a larger school, simply since with a smaller st�dent population more oppor��nities are avaliable for the st�dents who seek them. So, my advice to st�dents for nex� semester? Get involved. Don’t be afraid to t�� something new. As J.K. Rowling said, “It is impossible to live without failing at something, unless you live so cautiously that you might has well not have lived at all, in which case you have failed by default.” Wilson has so many oppor��nities to give you the real-life ex�erience you need for a career. Academic classes give you a toolbox f�ll of essential skills, but what good is a well-stocked toolbox without practical ex�erience? Jump in, take risks, get involved, t�� something new and enjoy your time here on our wonderf�l campus to its f�llest. ~Shoshana Rudski, Graphic Desig� and Layout Editor BILLBOARD STAFF Advisers: Kimberly Maske-Mertz Robin Herring Editor-in-Chief: Casey Beidel Graphic Design and Layout Editor: Shoshana Rudski Staff Writers: Danbi Koo Francesca Giustini Mallory Sunderland Caitlyn Minelli Jenna Kauffman Sharielle Lawrence-Cadet Aurora Ortiz Robin Kane Kayla Lyons Online Editor: Dasia Edwards Guest Contributors: Samantha Burmeister Brettney Marshall Cartoonist: Hannah Stephey EDITORIAL MISSION STATEMENT
The Wilson Billboard is a once-monthly student-run newsmagazine serving the Wilson College and Chambersburg community. Our mission is to relay important information to the campus and provide a forum for intelligent and democratic discussion. To fulfill this mission, the Billboard recognizes the many goals of the Wilson community and strives to encourage communication between students, faculty, staff and administration in an ethical and non-biased fashion.
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SOUND-OFF What’s Your Favorite Holiday Song?
Amaya Maldanado “Jingle Bells”
Emily Stanton ‘15
“I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas”
Julia Bernanke ‘16 “Sivivon Sov Sov Sov” (a Hanukkah song)
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Christmas Parade Entertains City By Danbi Koo
On Nov. 21, Chambersburg held its 45th Annual Christmas Parade. It started at 5:30 p.m. in downtown Chambersburg, hosted by the Downtown Business Council of Chambersburg. Bands from nearby schools, local clubs and communities participated in the Christmas parade in Chambersburg. In the U.S., parades are considered community events. For example, Chambersburg held a parade for Veteran’s Day to celebrate military veterans who also marched in the parade. The community enjoyed the parade and showed their respect with applause. Americans celebrate other holidays with parades as well. Contrasted with holiday parades in other countries, holiday parades in the U.S. are different. The Christmas parade was made up with community groups and volunteers, and most spectators enjoyed watching or participating. Participants were also presented with awards. In Korea, parades are usually sponsored by companies. If people want to see a parade in Korea, they go to the amusement park. Parades signify special days, loca-
tions and events. I had never seen parades which involve the communities. I felt the cultural differences in the Christmas parade. In the U.S., parades involve participation, but in Korea parades mostly involve watching. Local high school marching bands and community clubs participated in the parade, according to the Downtown Business Council of Chambersburg Facebook page. Thanks to volunteers, people enjoyed the Christmas parade for over an hour. People watched a large reindeer balloon float by, listened to people singing Christmas carols and smiled at the entertaining marchers. They made the crowd feel included by acknowledging spectators throughout. With music and dancing, it was a big community event. People gathered together and shared food and conversation. Wilson College planned to participate in the parade, but was unable. “Although we are ultimately unable to participate as a marching unit the College was a sponsor of the parade and some staff members volunteered as parade staff during the event,” said Courtney
Wolfe, Administrative Assistant for Wilson College. Even though the college did not march this year, there are plans to participate next holiday season. “The parade landed on our radar fairly late in the season and the timing didn’t allow for enough planning”, said Wolfe. “We will start planning for the parade earlier next year.” “It was my first time to see the parade in downtown Chambersburg. I did not know it existed. It was interesting,” said Anna Lynch ’15, “I’m from Hershey and Hershey also has parades. They usually throw candies for children. I think each town has parades, but they seem similar to each other.” Emily Stanton ’15 commented, “I really enjoyed different plots that they have. It was really cool to see all the little groups. I know Wilson tried to participate but we got there too late so we did not get the chance to do that, but I liked the parade.” Wilson College hopes to be a big part of the Chambersburg Christmas parade in the future. Be sure to look for the Wilson community between Grinches and reindeer in next year’s Christmas Parade.
Logan Marshall
“It’s About The Cross”
Shelby Erb ‘15 “Jingle Bell Rock”
Amber Heinbaugh ‘15
“Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town” Photo by Danbi Koo
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Wilson College Campus Enhancement Plan By Sharielle Lawrence Cadet
The board of trustees reviewed the Campus Enhancement Plan (CEP) report at the October 2014 meeting. The CEP report was published by the Campus Planning Committee and Derck & Edson Associates. The current goal is to generate excitement, sustained energy and creative campus development through small projects completed within one to five years. The projected outcomes include improved campus aesthetics, increased application rates and student retention rates, and enhanced student interactions on campus. Cost, complexity, impact and urgency were the four major factors used to prioritize the multiple projects within each category. Legacy projects have higher upfront costs ($800,000 - $25 million) that would need to be funded by fundraising campaigns. The Legacy projects include renovating Rosenkrans Hall, creating a new Athletics and Recreation center, expanding the Dining Hall, relocating the VMT building, expanding the Equestrian program and improving the current Riddle and South Residence Halls. Capital projects are funded through capital improvement funds. The Capital projects include moving the main entrance, creating the Commons, improving transportation con-
nections between campus and the outlying facilities, relocating Harmony Cottage, adding parking, replacing the Conococheague bridge and repurposing the pool into an Arts Center. Operational projects are priority projects capable of being funded by the college operation and maintenance budget. The Operational projects include adding outdoor recreation opportunities, conducting an ADA study, performing a safety and lighting study, painting the Alumni House, enhancing the Admissions entrance hall, relocating the disc golf course and installing card swipes to improve campus security. The first project to be completed will be the relocation of the main entrance from the current Philadelphia Avenue entrance to the Park Avenue entrance. The Philadelphia Avenue entrance is
extremely dangerous and difficult for visitors to access. The lack of campus signs and distinctive fencing makes locating the campus entrance difficult. The creation of the commons is the second project following the relocation of the main entrance. The commons will be an attractive quad bracketed by Warfield Hall, the John Stewart Memorial Library, the Harry R. Brooks Complex for Science, Mathematics and Technology and Lortz Hall. The current parking lot adjacent to the Science Center will be removed to expand the new main entrance roadway and will provide the space needed to create the commons. New signs and hedges will be added along the campus edges at the Norland Avenue and Edgar Avenue corner and Philadelphia Avenue
after Thanksgiving putting up our tree, decorating, and watching Christmas movies. We usually put up an Advent box that a secret elf puts treats in each night, but we left that in New Hampshire last Christmas so we’re using our stockings instead. I know many of you are excited for Christmas and for being able to go home. I
can’t wait to go home to New Hampshire for Christmas! To me, Christmas is about giving and being with family and friends. It feels good to give back to those who have given to me and I have been busy since the summer making lots of gifts for family and friends. In addition to going home, I’m looking forward to reading at Christmas Vespers. I just hope
Brettney Briefly By Brettney Marshall
Hello everyone! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! When I last wrote, I told you I would be trying turkey this Thanksgiving. Well, I did and I liked it; oddly, it tasted like steak to me. Now that Thanksgiving has past, it’s time to talk Christmas. We spent the day
Photo from Wilson College Capmus Enhancement Plan
bend to create a defined campus border. The estimated cost to create the Commons is $600,000 - $800,000. The complete 102 page report is available on the Wilson Portal for campus assessment. The first step towards enhancing Wilson College is funded by a Multimodal Transportation Fund grant for $465,429. The grant is a public-private partnership with the Borough of Chambersburg to provide new sidewalks and curbs at the main entrance. The grant is solely for improving the sidewalks to increase pedestrian safety. “This is an exciting project and we greatly appreciate the support we have received from Senator Alloway and the Borough of Chambersburg…” said President Barbara K. Mistick, D.M. in an interview with the Record Herald. there isn’t as much snow this year so more people can come. I’m also looking forward to the Women With Children Holiday Party. Hopefully, we won’t get sick (like we did last year!) and not be able to attend. I hope you have lots to look forward to and are filled with the spirit of the season this year. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! See you next semester!
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Wilson Students Go to South Korea
ing abroad at Wilson durOne exciting part of the col- ing the following school year. lege experience is the opportuIt is the most affordable nity to study abroad. Studying study abroad option at Wilson abroad is a chance to travel College. The program costs just overseas and learn something $300 upfront. That amount new. It can be about exploring a different culture or getting hands on experience in a field of study. Either way, it is an exciting and enriching opportunity. The study abroad programs offered at Wilson are varied. One affordable option is the Bahrom International Program (BIP), which takes place in Seoul, South Korea. A Participants in the 2014 BIP four week session that takes place during covers room and board, plus the summer, the trip’s focus all program fees. The only is on learning about South other required payment is Korea and it’s culture. It is for the plane ticket, which an opportunity for Wilson ranges from $1500 to $2000. students to meet the Korean In total, a student could students that will be study- visit a country halfway around
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the world and spend a month there for less than $3000. BIP has been around since 1999 and is headquartered at Seoul’s Women University. In order to participate, students
the following school year. Last summer, Nesha Hubbard ’14, participated in the Bahrom International Program. “I do feel like I learned a lot as far as Asian culture and the differences between American and Korean culture. My only struggle was the food because it was spicy.” The summer program opens the door for cultural interaction. All of the students are afforded the opportunity to learn about another culture and share things about their own. Friendships forged during the program can last a lifetime. “I want to experience other cultures,” said Yeonhwa Lee ’15, one of the Korean students spending the Photo provided by Danbi Koo school year here at Wilson. must attend one of SWU’s sis- For more information about ter schools. As a sister school, the program, contact MelaWilson has sent students to nie Gregg Ph.D., Director of South Korea almost every Study Abroad, who organizes summer for the last 15 years. study abroad or attend the info Wilson then hosts several session Friday, Dec. 5, 2014 Korean students from SWU at 12 noon in Lenfest 106.
Christmas Vespers: The Beginning of a New Wilson Choir By Kayla Vickers
Christmas Vespers, a Wilson tradition, allows the community to come together on the Sunday before finals week and worship the birth of Christ. People enjoy the early Christmas celebration within The Thompson Hall’s Alumnae Chapel on Wilson Campus. The Wilson College Choir and Hand Bell Choir perform at the service. This year’s Christmas Vespers service starts at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7. After the service, everyone can enjoy
refreshments in Lenfest Commons and watch the “Hospice of Lights” ceremony. The “Hospice of Lights,” hosted by Lutheran Social Services and Wilson College, finishes off the celebration around 6 p.m. The choir will perform at Christmas Vespers under the direction of Elizabeth Thorpe, Science Program Assistant for the last time. Having worked with the Wilson Choir for three and a half years, Thorpe states that she will miss working with the students the most. “The
students have brought much joy to my life over the past several years.” Students enjoyed time with Thorpe, whether passing each other in the hall, stopping by Thorpe’s office or expressing their joys with her. Thorpe holds a full-time job at Wilson as well as a responsibility at the Chambersburg Church of Brethren and no longer wants to juggle her responsibilities. “This was a difficult decision to make, but I believe it is the right decision for me at this time.” For
this reason, a new choir director will be taking her place. At this time, the Fine Arts department has not acquired a new choir director. “I have full confidence in the Fine Arts department to find a wonderful replacement,” says Thorpe. She has agreed to work with the new director as needed, and the Wilson choir welcomes the new director with open arms. Choir rehearsals are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. in Lortz Hall.
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Wilson Phoenix Athletes of the Week
Rahim Bunch Men’s Basketball
12/6- vs. Pennsylvania College of Technology - 3 p.m.
The Wilson College Athletic Department is pleased to announce the “Athlete of the Week”. Junior Rahim Bunch, was chosen as the Athlete of the Week for his contributions to the success of the men’s basketball team. Bunch currently leads the Phoenix offense, averaging 19.3 points per game and 21 assists. He was named to the Penn State Mont Alto All-Tournament Team for his performances against Davis College on Nov. 15, and Penn State Mont Alto on Nov. 16. Against Penn State Mont Alto, Bunch led his team, scoring 23 points. In the Phoenix win against Christendom College, he contributed 12 points and six assists.
Men’s Basketball: Making History With First Win
By Aurora Ortiz
Wilson College introduced the first men’s basketball team during the 2014-2015 academic year. The Wilson community has been excited to see what this new team would accomplish. After their first semester the men’s basketball team has accomplished multiple things. The men’s basketball team played their first scrimmage game at Gannett Memorial Field House. The guys showed off their skills, which promised for an exciting first season. Nov. 5 marked the beginning of history in the making. Wilson’s Phoenix does not only focus on basketball. On Nov. 8 the men participated in “Make a Difference Day” at
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Network Ministries in Chambersburg. The team assisted with a building project by helping with painting and cleaning. This updated building will be used mainly as an art center for children. The men’s basketball team, along with other athletes, participated in activities and projects to improve the community along with preparing and improving their game skills, and taking on new challenges. The team competed in the Penn State Mont Alto Tip-Off Tournament on Nov. 15, 2014. This game marked the first contest in the history of the program...
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The Wilson College Athletic Department is pleased to announce the “Athlete of the Week”. Freshman Ashley Henderson, was chosen as the Athlete of the Week for her outstanding performance on the basketball court. Henderson led the Phoenix offense on Saturday, Nov. 22 when she scored a season high 29 points. She also snatched 10 steals to help the Phoenix earn their first win of the season over Christendom College, 78-77. Henderson currently is tied Ashley Henderson for first place in scoring in the North Eastern Athletic Women’s Basketball Conference, averaging 22.5 12/6vs. Pennsylvania College of points per game. Technology - 1 p.m.
Women’s Basketball Team Snatches First Win
The Phoenix came out hungry in the second half, tying the game with 19:13 seconds left of play. Wilson took advantage of Christendom’s turnovers, which led them to successfully execute their possessions. The team improved their shooting, recording a 40.5 percent (17-of-42) percentage as well as a 47.1 (8-of-17) free throw percentage. Christendom tried to foul late, but the Phoenix played clutch defense and held onto their lead. Ashley Henderson led the Phoenix offense with a season high 29 points. She also snatched 10 steals. Miranda Long and Morgan Wonders each recorded double-doubles in the game. Long totaled 14 points and brought down 11 rebounds and Wonders accumulated 11 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. With the win, the team evens their record to 1-1 on the season. The Phoenix will play on Dec. 6 at 1:00 p.m. at Pennsylvania College of Technology. Photos by the Wilson Athletics Department
By Samantha Burmeister
The Wilson women’s basketball team earned their first win of the 2014-15 season on Saturday, Nov. 22, topping Christendom College, 78-77. Wilson trailed throughout the first half., turning the ball over 11 times. The Phoenix displayed short spans of cold shooting, hitting 12-of38 field goals (31.6 percent) from inside the paint. The half closed with Christendom leading by four points, 3733, as the momentum shifted back towards the Phoenix, due to some spark plays from freshman Ashley Henderson. Henderson totaled 11 points and seven steals in the half.
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Wilson College Fencing Club Fizzles Out By Caitlyn Minelli
There are only a handful of members in the Wilson Fencing Club which keep diminishing as the semester and years wear on. From fall 2010 to the spring 2013, the fencing club has generous activity with active and committed members. However, activity has declined this semester to the point that only one or two people participate on the desi g n a t e d club days. An anonymous source says that decreasing participation is due to a portion of members is Photo courtisy of the WIlson College Fencing Club
While it is common to see sword fighting in movies like “The Princess Bride” or “The Three Musketeers,” in order to save pretty damsels or to cause the defeat of an enemy, the art of sword play has begun to dwindle on the campus of Wilson College.
graduating. Another cause is due to students signing up for the activity, but then do participating, and current people who are considered active members do not participate often enough to make practice worthwhile. In the past, the fencing club had volunteer mentors form the local community come in and help students with their skills. Dave Coletta was the primary mentor for the last few years but was unable to join the club this semester due to external affairs. The club looked to invite another mentor to join the team but was unsuccessful. Now the upper classmen, are considered veterans of club have been in charge of teaching new members. Despite the efforts of the officers, the fencing club contin-
ues to decline. However, this is not the first crisis the club has faced. In earlier years it faced the same dilemma and has been able to bounce back due to the care, commitment and responsibility of invested individuals. Lack of participation is a fear for any club or organization on campus. While academia is important and studying is essential, expanding horizons and getting involved with members in the Wilson community is just as valuable. The fencing club is a great place to start getting involved as it is a center for caring relationships, positive physical activity, and stress relief for those who feel stressed and depressed. For more information on joining the Fencing Club, contact vanessa.lybarger@wilson.edu.
Equestrian Focus Day Open House a Massive Success By Shoshana Rudski
Wilson College held their annual Equestrian Studies Focus Day on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2014. The program gave potential students and their families an opportunity to attend informational sessions about the college curriculum and equine-related majors, tour the campus and Penn Hall Equestrian Center and see mounted demonstrations by current students and horses. The response from the sixtyseven perspective students and families was positive. Potential student Elise Freeman said, “[I] loved the demonstration and getting to see all the different horse and rider pairs.” Mackenzie Harper, another prospective student said, “It was very informative. I enjoyed watching the demonstrations given by the students, and overall, the administrative staff and students presented a great program.” Her mother agreed. Lynn Harper commented, “I really appreciated the smaller campus which made me feel confident about sending my
child here. The diversity of the equine programs provide for a well-rounded graduate.” 52 non-mounted students helped the day run smoothly. They assisted with setting up, adjusting the arena between demonstrations and managing the preparation for the demonstration horses. Stacy Sensenig ’17 said, “[I liked that I] got the privilege of being a supervisor.” Current Wilson students were pleased with how well everything went. Ann O’Shallie, head of the Equestrian Department, planned the open house meticulously down to the minute. Renee Bouch ’17 said, “The organization of everything made it run very smoothly.” She added that the pre-determined schedule made everything much easier for both horses and riders. Debby Rifflard ’18 felt that attending the Equestrian Studies Focus Day was important for students interested in Wilson College. “It is really important for new students to understand that no rider is perfect and this program works on im-
proving your riding skills.” She said and added that students were able to see “what the school has to offer while not giving too much away.” 20 students performed mounted demonstrations including level-relevant examples of jumping and dressage lessons, Western riding and performances by the Drill Team and Equine Facilitated Therapy program.
Julia Bernanke ’16 said, “I liked that we were able to showcase all the different disciplines along with the classes and instruction.” Rifflard shared agreed: “It is just the right amount of pressure to perform your best to help encourage others to join.” For more information on the Equestrian program, contact Ann O’Shallie at aoshallie@wilson.edu.
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The Bottom Shelf Review is Now Recruiting!
By Jenna Kauffman
The Bottom Shelf Review has been a part of Wilson College since 1979. Students, faculty, staff, administration and their families are invited to submit their work to this literary magazine every year. This year, the Bottom Shelf Review is looking for people interested in submitting work or joining the club. “Joining the staff of the Bottom Shelf Review comes with many benefits, both personal and professional. Whether a student takes on a role as an editor or graphic designer, they not only gain valuable skills that they will use later
in their chosen careers but also experience in publishing that they can add to their resume,” Kimberly Maske-Mertz, Bottom Shelf Review Adviser said. When it comes to submitting a piece of writing, MaskeMertz added, “There is a certain level of pride that comes with seeing one’s creative work published for the world to see.” Any type of writing from poems to short fiction can be submitted for publication. However, pieces that are derogatory, offensive or obscene will not be considered. Currently, the staff publishes the Bottom Shelf Review yearly, but in the future members hope to make it a
Wilson BSN Program: Nursing Program Expands By Caitlyn Minelli
Wilson College hosts a nursing department that allows people to acquire their bachelor’s degree in nursing. The program is currently changing curriculum requirements and adding new potential minors to coincide with courses that are needed for their primary major. The proposed changes will decrease confusion for potential students in designing their course scheduling and provide more flexibility to allow for individual needs. Despite the changes, the curriculum will still be set up so students can obtain a minor in biology. Assessment goals and learning outcomes will
also remain the same. Most of the changes made to the curriculum have been working to promote consistency within the field of study. New courses and new requirements are another primary change. Instead of having a choice of concentrations, students will now be required to have a minor in at least one of the following areas: biology, business, communications,exercise and sports science, psychology, or religious studies. Each minor promotes familiarity in certain fields and would be important based on where an individual would like to be employed. Requiring minors in fields of study will also help students increase their desirability to potential employers.
quarterly magazine. Themed issues, such as romance or scifi, are also being considered. “I would love to incorporate a thematic element to the Bottom Shelf Review as we see with other online publications and even offer special contests and prizes every so often to our submitting authors,” said Maske-Mertz. When it comes to the club, work is expected to be light. There will be a team of members editing, designing or both, so each member will not be stuck in one position. Multiple members means more help and faster completion. The Bottom Shelf Review is great experience for future pub-
lishers, website designers and many other careers. If someone simply enjoys reading or working with computers, the club is also something to consider. “I feel that with the overall growth and interest in student media at Wilson, the Bottom Shelf Review is in a prime position to gain greater recognition not only within the Wilson community but also in the literary world,” said Maske-Mertz. If you are interested in submitting your work to the Bottom Shelf Review, email bsr@wilson.edu. For any questions or interest in joining the club, email the current Editor-in-Chief at jenna.kauffman@wilson.edu.
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Men’s Basketball: Making History With First Win (continued from page 6)
...Although the Phoenix struggled through the tournament, Rahim Bunch (Jr.) was able to end the game scoring 23 points. On Nov. 22 the Wilson community prepared for the anticipated first home game. The players agreed that they need to work on playing more as a
team to ensure their victory. As the game got closer, the Phoenix excitement intensified. The Wilson Athletic Department sponsored a Blue Out for the anticipated first game. As the team warmed up and prepared for the game against Christendom College, the Gannet Memorial Field
House filled with friends and family coming to support the Phoenix on that historic night. From the very beginning, the players showed quite an improvement since their scrimmage. Head coach Miles Smith Jr. was even more excited as he shouted advice to his players. After an exciting game,
the Men’s Basketball Team came out victorious 91-66. This victory was the first victory in the program’s history. Despite the struggles the Men’s Basketball team has faced this semester, they have showed a solid effort at every game and have achieved their first victory.
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Oxfam Hunger Banquet at Wilson College By Danbi Koo
Have you ever been worried about food? Have you ever made choices between your meal and transportation? According to the organization Feeding America, one in six people struggle to get enough to eat. Hunger exists in every community of our country. Wilson College held Hunger Banquet 2014 on Nov. 19 with Oxfam America in Laird Hall. About 30 Wilson community members participated in this event to better understand hunger. According to Feeding America, a non-profit organization that networks food banks and has fought the hunger crisis in America for 35 years, in Pennsylvania the overall food insecurity rate is 14.3%, and the overall food insecurity rate in the US is 15.9%. Fortunately, Pennsylvania has many farms, so it allows people to have easier access to food than other states. Pennsylvania has
Finals Week By Robin Kane
Finals week at Wilson is upon us for the week of Dec. 8th. Beginning with a reading day on Monday, finals are scheduled from Monday evening until Friday afternoon. To facilitate easier studying for students, mandatory 24 hour quiet hours begin Sunday night. With the preparation for finals, it brings to mind other questions about the week. Are students stressing more than ever, or are they going into the week with a clear head? Rachel Knaub ’15, said that she is, “Stressed as I have always been every finals week.” Freshman Ashley Horn ’18 said, “I feel like some of my teachers are not preparing me like they should. I feel like they are going to sneak attack me with stuff.” The most obvious sign that it is finals week is students talking about all of the studying they have to do and papers that they have to write.
less food security issues than the nation as a whole, but hunger is still not far away. Participants of the Hunger Banquet 2014 at Wilson College drew lots to separate the participants into groups which had different experiences. They placed the people in three groups designated by income. The groups were low income (50% of attendees), middle income (35%) and high income (15%). The reason that people were divided between the groups is because it represents reality. Each group simulated their real life and showed each other how different their lives are, especially with eating. They also had settings for participants. The high income group sat in the most comfortable chairs with a table. The middle income group was seated in normal chairs, and the last group, which had the lowest income, had to sit on the ground. Following their script, some
of the participants who were from middle income changed their seats with low income people. In reality, this represents people who have been fired from their jobs and people who got jobs. Much like in the real world, changes existed in the simulation. After participants found their seats, they were served dinner. The group of high income participants had a banquet with servers, but the group of middle income only received rice, beans and water. The group of low income ate without any spoons, so they had to use their hands to eat. This experience represents the disparity of food availability in our world. The event represents reality so well because there was no “miracle” to move to upper income. Only those in the middle income and low income groups changed. At the end of the simulation, everybody could enjoy the banquet and have conversation. In
reality, people who have food insecurity are not so fortunate. Sherri Sadowski, Director of Residence Life, said, “Two to three years ago, we started holding the hunger banquet. For this hunger banquet, we wanted to focus on local impact of food security. The reality was the goal for this, it was a really hard thing for our students to understand.” Wilson College strives to make students notice the reality. According to Sonja Hess ’15, the hunger banquet helps students broaden their views. Hess said, “I like that they had videos and posters. I started in the middle class, but I switched to the low class. It was really cool. That was pretty eye opening.” After this education, participants could think about their meals. They now realize not to waste their food. For more information about Oxfam Hunger Banquet, go to http://
It is the time of year when even the least studious take the time to review concepts and plan ahead on papers. Thinking about the amount of papers that are due by finals week also brings up other thoughts. While some professors still use the classic sit-down exam format, others are switching to a final paper or take-home test. Research shows that many professors are actually opting for no final exam at all. They are opting instead for smaller tests throughout the semester or one major final paper. Jenny Hornberger ’18 said, “I’m kinda pumped. My major, I don’t have a final in that class.” Horn agreed and said, “It’s a relief to not have a final in my major. I don’t have to study my butt off and neglect the other ones that I do have.” However, this does not mean that finals are non-existent. Students that do have to take tests have to get through the week which can lead to some bad habits and choices.
Sleep deprivation occurs often during finals week, with students staying up hours on end to study and make sure that they have gotten their facts straight. Even those who just have final papers to turn in often end up losing sleep trying to finish them on time. It is important to avoid bad habits. Wilson’s counseling center intern Kelsey Roman opened up about her own experiences with finals, “In undergrad, when I studied for finals, I stayed up late to study and fell asleep on my books. Then I would get up at test time and be panicked. So, it actually stressed me out more.” She went on to say this about
the stress students may be experiencing now. “Finals are only as stressful as you make them. You are in control of your stress so take the time to become aware of how your body and mind are feeling. You think it’s better to stay up and study but go to bed early and you can wake up to study, study, study some more.” The counseling center will be open during finals week if you need to speak to someone and printouts of stress relief ideas are available to help calm yourself down. Roman also suggests visiting www.livingwell.org. Do not worry. The end of finals will come and it will be win-
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Tailah Nickerson ‘17, Ana Harutyunyan ‘17 and Amanda Hasse ‘18 studying.
Photo by Robin Kane
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ENTERTAINMENT
An Ode to Greed: A Black Friday Poem By Francesca Giustini
The following poem was inspired by a classic holiday tale and my own experiences working during Black Friday 2014. ‘Twas the night of Thanksgiving, and all through the mall Every store was open by the 6pm call The stocking stuffers were placed by the entrance with care In hopes that shoppers would see the deals there Kind families protested by staying away From stores who were greedy and opened that day But with loathe in their eyes and smiles on their faces Employees left home just in time for the races At 6 o’clock sharp there arose such a clatter As guests stormed the doors for their deals on a platter All through the mall they flew like a flash Holding onto their purses, all filled up with cash Their hunger for deals was not starved by the snow For they braved all the slush just to spend lots of dough When what to my wondering eyes did appear At midnight a woman was stabbed with a spear With a stealthy stab that was lively and quick Then the victim got up and fought back with a brick As the fight continued, I, the manager, came For my staff I shouted, and called them by name “Now, Kenny! now, Sarah! now Mandi and Rick! On, Steph! on, Lynn! on, Theresa and Derek! The moms have gone wild in the children’s section Fighting over the junk in our Frozen collection!” As my bookstore crew tried to break up the fight A potential problem came into my sight
HAIKULTURE SUMMARIZING PLOTS IN 17 SYLLABLES
By Francesca Giustini The Santa Clause If a man falls off Your rooftop on Christmas Eve Don’t put on his clothes
So up on the shelf top there was one copy left Of a book that is often a victim of theft The Fault in Our Stars by John Green Is the envy of all of the girls of thirteen They’ll hide it in pouches of hoodies and bags And steal it despite the security tags Yet dressed to the nines from her head to her foot Was a middle aged woman who tried to put John Green’s best seller into her coat “Ho Ho HELL No,” I said with a shining gloat My eyes—how they twinkled! My dimples, how merry! The pleasure I get from crime fighting is scary Out of all of the days to attempt a crime Don’t do it with security at its prime Why not just be rude like our other guests Or send us on an obscure book finding quest Most Black Friday shoppers at our bookstore Claim they’ve never been inside one before And even if the discount card is almost free They decline the savings on their $300 spree. With a wink in their eye they try to claim They don’t care about savings, although they came To the mall on Black Friday but I’m no fool The fact is that most of the shoppers are cruel They forget that it wasn’t my choice to work And I would lose my job if I act like a jerk So I smiled until 10am finally arrived and I looked like the Hunger Games I had survived But despite my exhaustion, I drove out of sight— “Happy savings to all on this horrible night!”
The Grinch Three times grew the heart Of the one who stole from them And carved their roast beast
Home Alone Who knew that having Your family forget you Could be so much fun
The Polar Express A boy named Billy Meets six characters played by Tom Hanks on a train
ELF A man raised by elves Travels to the land of NYC In search of his dad
Santa Buddies A group of puppies Save the Chirstmas icicle and make the nice list
Shrek the Halls Swamp Christmas tales Shrek is love Shrek is life and Snowballs save the day A Christmas Story Dear Ralphie Parker, Be careful what you wish for And protect your eye
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The twelve things during finals that sabotage me! (Sung to the tune of “The Twelve Days of Christmas”)
DIRECTIONS! -Start at the bottom. -Be sure to exagerate line 5! -Try not to get too depressed.
12 Percent’s NOT Passing 11 laptops smoking 10 Dreams Dying 9 students crying 8 grades a sinking 7 sleepless nights 6 mental breakdowns 5 seasons on Netflix 4 panic attacks 3 trips to Sheetz 2 tons of coffee And getting 1 hour of sleep.
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CALENDAR
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Choir Yoga 11:00a.m.-12:15p.m. Lenfest 001 (Meets Tuesdays & 12:00p.m.-12:30p.m. Thursdays) Contact Elizabeth Thorpe at ethorpe@wilson.edu
Mon, Dec. 15
Meditation Lenfest 001 12:45p.m.-1:15p.m. Spartan Training Gym 12:00p.m.-12:45p.m.
Fiber Fellowship Lenfest Commons 8:00p.m.-10:00p.m. Music Club 9:15p.m.
Wednesday Worship 12:00p.m.-12:30p.m. Meditation Prayer Chapel, Lower Lenfest 12:45p.m.-1:15p.m.
Fri, Dec. 12
Sat, Dec. 13
Sun, Dec. 14
Final Exam Period
Make Me Laugh Comedy Tour Featuring Dustin Diamond Webbs Sports Bar 9:00p.m.-11:00p.m.
A Christmas Carol Historic Capital Theatre 7:30p.m.
Tues, Dec. 16
Holiday Scavenger Hunt Project FeederWatch Nixon Park Nature Center 8:30a.m.
Oxymorons Appalachians Brewing The Nutcracker Ballet Company Strand-Capital Performing 7:00p.m. Arts Center Cookies and Carols 7:00p.m.-9:00p.m. Holiday Show Linglestown Fire Company 3:00p.m.
Thurs, Dec. 18 American Red Cross Blood Drive Reliance Fire Company of West York 1:30p.m.
Shady Brook Farm Holiday Light Show Shady Brook Farm 5:00p.m.-10:00p.m.
Friday
Fri, Dec. 19 A Christmas Carol Historic Capital Theatre 7:30p.m.
Holiday Party Laird Hall 11:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
Hanukkah Begins at Sundown
Sat, Dec. 20
Sun, Dec. 21
Wed, Dec. 24
Cars and Christmas AACA Museum
Susquehanna Chorale “A Candlelight Christmas” Market Square Presbyterian Church 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m.
Christmas Eve! Hanukkah Ends
A Christmas Carol Historic Capital Theatre 2:30p.m.
A Christmas Carol Historic Capital Theatre 2:30p.m.
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