https://archives.uwp.edu/files/original/8c113a2b3a9f0541a983f9d2a127d8c0.pdf 0cd771160bf3687d425009097cc61214 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource University of Wisconsin - Parkside Ranger News Description An account of the resource Student newspaper of UW-Parkside Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Issue Volume 47 Headline Used for newspapers, the Headline element describes the main article of the issue. Parkside Unites: A March Against Hate Series Number The series number of the original collection. UWPAC124 Ranger News Text Any textual data included in the document Since 1972 Keep up to date with the news at TRNonline.org. May 2,2018 (t Urn* Check out our next issue next fall! The Ranger News is written and edited by students of the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, and they are solely responsible for its editorial policy and content. Parkside Unites: A March Against Hate University of Wisconsin-Parkside students, faculty, staff joined in a walk around campus to send a message of dignity and respect for all Students, faculty, and staff march around campus on March 10 with signs promoting respect and understanding; shown here, marchers walk outside The Rita. NAOMI DORNFELD dornfO01 @rangers. uwp.edu In the last weeks of March, members of the Dignity and Respect Task force, a student, staff and faculty led organization, began discussing how Parkside could be proactive in the campus' mission and message of inclusion. After some discussion, the team decided to pursue a public march on site. Students were encouraged to attend and invitations were extended to the community. Every voice counts Before the halls were bustling with students attending morning classes on Friday, April 20, a small group of volunteers from the Dignity and Respect Taskforce, in shirts marked "Every Voice Counts," carried poster-board, construction paper and boxes filled with markers to Mid-Main Place. Sign-Making began at 9:00 a.m., where a dozen early-attendees got to work creating messages like "UWP: NO PLACE FOR HATE." Some groups, such as the Black Student Union worked together, writing, "BSU Stands Against Hate." Students, faculty and staff slowly trickled in and the room was transformed into a buzzing collective of willing participants by 10:00 a.m. No place for hate To kick things off, a Dignity and Respect Taskforce student leader, Krystal Slay, welcomed the crowd, expressed her appreciation for the positive turnout and gave instructions for the group to follow campus police officer Kurt Bergendahl along the route. Participants exited through the Mid-Main Place doors in file and followed the sidewalk to the Student Center Terrace. Marchers held their signs proudly and chatted casually along the path. A cluster of voices in the middle of the chain rose briefly, chanting "Parkside is great. No place for hate," which echoed sentimentally, but fizzled after about twenty paces. Geese gawked somewhat concerned at the commotion, but upon realizing the event was more of a peace rally than an uprising, did not protest or attack. COURTESY OF ALYSSA NEPPER One Step at a Time Upon the crowd's arrival at the Student Center Terrace, Slay greeted the collective from a podium and welcomed people to share from the mic. The intent of the event was outlined as an initiative to promote dignity and respect for all. Though not about gun violence in particular, coordinators recognized that the date of the march was the 10-year anniversary of the shootings at Columbine High School - a tragedy that compels conversation on the value of life and the importance of coming See UNITED page 3 Parkside alumnus runs for Kenosha county sheriff Andy Berg, active Kenosha community member, discusses motivations and platform AUSTIN AUSTIN KRIE KRIEGER GER board supervisor in his second term, services somehow and I've never sheriff. plans to offset costs for things such Krieg004@rangers.uwp.edu UW-Parkside alumnus Andy Berg has announced his candidacy for Kenosha Sheriff, running against incumbent David Beth. Elections for sheriff are to be held this fall. Berg has served in the military for over 19 years, as a Kenosha county board supervisor in his second term, as a correctional sergeant for 12 years and is executive director of Kenosha's Garden of Eatin' a nonprofit community garden. Motivation for running Berg recounts when he was a child his parents saying, "my parents always told me to get into civil services somehow and I've never really thought about it to the extent that they thought about it." Though Berg's participation in the community seems to be centered around some sort of civil service. Despite not being a police officer, Berg believes that his experience as a correctional sergeant "is in the wheelhouse" of what it takes to be a successful Building a better department Berg would also like to work to bring the department into a more productive progress through things such as grants provided to the department. Through these grants, Berg plans to offset costs for things such as materials and, most importantly, training for deputies. Training is one of the most important tools in a profession like policing as Berg states, "otherwise you get kind of stale, if you can increase your training you're becoming a better deputy and becoming a better department." See SHERIFF page 2 INDEX Campus News 2-3 Police Blotter 3 Culture 4-5 Editorial Desk 6 Staff & Mission 6 Opinion 6 Bearly News 7 Sports 8 CAMPUS NEWS Spring 2018 Writers 1 Conference. See page 2 CULTURE Eurydice is a heartwarming tragedy. See page 4 OPINION Parkside-Foxconn partnership: Who really benefits? See page 6 BEARLY NEWS Political org discovers they're not conservative. See page 7 2 I C AMPUS NEWS THE RANGER NEWS May 2.2018 Questions about our news reports? Contact Austin Krieger, krieg004@ rangers .uwp .edu. Spring 2018 Writers' Conference Student writers on campus will be presenting their work Professor leads fake news workshop Local Events ~Moy2 Sigma Tau Delta Induction Ceremony I 5 pan.-7 p.m. I Oak Room student center Sigma Tau Delta Induction: Keynote Address, and Welcome Reception Welcome Address by Chair of Department of Literatures and Languages; Keynote Speaker: Carly-Anne Ravnikar, Poet Laureate of Kenosha; Induction of New Members. Contact(s): Dr. Tara Pedersen pedersen@ uwp.edu Dr. Suzanne Swiderski swidersk@uwp.edu May 4 Stewarding Resources: Financial Management I 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. I UW-Parkside Tallent Hall Blue Jean Bingo 15:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. I LAW Local 72 Union hall, 3615 Washington Road Kenosha, WI 53144 May 5 Garlic Mustard Pull Party I 9 a.m. -12 p.m. I Haw thorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary and Arboretum May 11 Instruction ends I UW- Parkside Have a great summer! May 12 Kenosha Craft Beer Week I May 12-20 I Vario us business including PUBLIC Craft Brewing Co. Kenosha Harbor Market 1 May 12 - Oct 13 I 5500 Second Ave Kenosha, WI Fun for the entire family, visit our bustling European-style mixed market presenting 150+ vendors each week during the outdoor season. Fresh organic vegetables, meats, cheeses, eggs and flowers from local producers, and a wide variety of delicious prepared foods and beverages. You will find artisan bakery goods and handcrafted soaps, candies and all media of art and craft. Enjoy live entertainment in three locations, chef demonstrations and educational booths. We've been known to have flash mobs, dance recitals, pageants and contests! Admission is free. Birds and Breakfast I 7 a an. -11 a.m. I Hawthorn Hollow Nature Sanctuary and Arboretum The Friends of Hawthorn Hollow are pleased to present their annual Birds & Breakfast. Walk the trails at Hawthorn Hollow, look for migrating birds and hear their songs, shop the Two Sisters Boutique and Plant Sale, and enjoy a hearty breakfast of pancakes, sausage, pure maple symp, fresh fruit, and beverages. Tickets are $7 in advance / $9 at the door. Kenosha ticket outlets include: Hawthorn Hollow (880 Green Bay Road), Jack Andrea (2401-60th St.), Alpaca Art (4326 Seventh Ave.), and Suburban Lawn and Garden Center (2704-30th Ave.). May 13 Pringle Nature Center Event: Mother's Day Ephemeral Brunch and Spring Wildflower Hike I 10 a.m. - 1p.m. I 980 0 160th Ave Bristol, WI NAOMI DORNFELD dornfO01 @rangers. uwp. edu The Spring Semester is winding down with a touch of gusto in the UW-Parkside English Department. As essay drafts are worked through their last stages of edits and study-guide note cards are flipped in rotation, writers on campus prepare to present their work at a two-day Writers Conference just before classes end. Opening event This event, an initiative spearheaded by Dr. Dana Oswald, Associate Professor in the English Department, will begin Wednesday May 2 at 5:00 p.m. in the Oak Room. The evening will feature Poet Laureate SHERIFF: Alumnus Andy Berg runs for office Bettering the community Berg stated one of his greatest assets to the position is his motivation "to better our society" and that "based on my experiences in my jobs I've seen how I can be a leader." Berg stresses that one of his hopes would be to "put those who've found themselves in bad situations in life to help better their situation." He hopes to accomplish this by "increasing the education and knowledge of In addition to Berg's plans to make progress in rehabilitating inmates, he would like to transform the department into one more involved in local community groups the inmate population and if 1 can help 1 out of 10 not come back to jail, we're doing pretty good." As a correctional officer, Berg believes of Kenosha, Carly-Anne Ravnikar as keynote speaker, will include the induction of English Honor Society Sigma Tau Delta members and a roundtable discussion with UWParkside English Major Alumni. Topics of conversation Panels are scheduled roughly in hour time blocks from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday May 3 and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday May 4. Plenty of breaks and refreshments are promised between groups of presentations so visitors will be welcome to come and go as needed. The platform sections cover a wide range of topics and themes, all of which will contain diverse material expressed through media as most that working to help rehabilitate jail population and in turn reduce the population should be one of the main priorities of the Sheriff. In addition to Berg's plans to make progress in rehabilitating inmates, he would like to transform the department into one more involved in local community groups such as foster care programs. Overall, Berg would like to focus resources more pointedly in hopes that the sheriff's department can build stronger relationships with community and help those who need it. befitting to each presenter. All are welcome In addition to the conference being an opportunity for writers to grow as professionals in the field, Dr. Oswald's vision extends beyond the silo of the discipline. To this, she offers, "I want it to not just be the English Department. I want to see people from all over campus participate, and not just listen but come to ask questions. We want conversation and dialogue. This is the point of a University - and a way to make the University live." All are welcome to attend and engage in the discourse of art and ideas put forward. TYLER STEINSDORFER stein078@rangers. uwp. edu On Monday, April 26 at 2:00 p.m., Assistant Professor Jackie Arcy, a member of UW-Parkside communication department that specializes in media, led a group of students in a fake news workshop as a part of UW-Parkside's COMM Week in order to teach about the dangers of fake news and how to differentiate it from real news. Professor Arcy defines fake news as being news that is "created to deliberately misinform" the reader and often comes from "hyper partisan blogs." Prevalence of fake news Professor Arcy went on to state that there is "something more emotional about fake news." These fake news stories tend to align more with people's extreme views, and as a result validates their opinions. It is much more profitable to create these stories as there are no costs for expenses such as photography and research. In addition, there is no legal accountability for stories that are fake so the creators of these materials face little consequences for creating them. As two-thirds of adults get their news from social media outlets, many adults are exposed to a large amount of fake news articles whether they know it or not. The workshop Professor Arcy gave several tips for determining if an article is fake news or not. She described that it is important to check the article's source, author, data, sources, writing style, other sources and one's own biases. To test the students' analytical skills, Professor Arcy presented an activity for everyone to participate in to see if they could determine if a particular article is fake news or not. She handed seven different articles for groups of students to look at and try to figure out whether the articles were satire, legitimate news, fake news or news with extreme bias. As modern society is saturated with fake news, one can only hope that people will take a news articles with a grain of salt and check if it is actually factual. Corrections: Our mission is to maintain accurate, fair, balanced, and complete journalism. If you believe a correction is needed, email us a rangernews@uwp. edu. Spring 2018 Writers' Conference Schedule WEDNESDAY, May 2: Oak Room 5:00 Sigma Tail Delta Induction; Keynote Address, and Welcome Reception THURSDAY, May 3: Oak Room 8-9:15 9:30-10:45 11-12:30 12:30-1:45 2-3:30 3:30-4:45 5-5:50 6-8 FRIDAY, 8-8:50 9-9:50 10-10:50 11-11:50 NOON: 1-1:50 3:30-4:45 5-5:50 Coffee with Shakespeare I Orga nizer: Pedersen Bodies and Beings I Mo derator: Oswald Teresa Peck Award and #MeToo Panel 1 Moderators: Benson and Crafton Transitions, Translations, and Spaces in Between I Moderators: Pina and Oswald Coming of Age: bildungsroman I Moderator: Lenard English 266 Public Forum I Mod erator: Lenard Afro-Futurism: Senior Seminar, part 1 I Moderator: Benson Film Studies I Mod erator: McRoy Panel One: Family, Love, and Sacrifice Panel Two: Outer Space, The Wild West, US High Schools and Other Dangerous Spaces Panel Two will conclude with a screening of a short film by Enzo Daniel. : Oak Room Coffee Hour: Composition Round Table: the Personal in the Composition Classroom I Moderator: Coronado Poetry Reading I Organizer: Benson Afro-Futurism: Senior Seminar, part 21 Moderator: Benson English Language Arts Pedagogy: Teaching Fiction and Nonfiction Texts I Moderator: Lenard; Organizer: Swiderski Working Lunch Professionalization Panel: follow up to Working Lunch It's the End of the World as We Know It I Moderator: Coronado "Straylight" I Organizer: Karpowicz Andy Berg RANGER R ADIO The Top 5 most played albums during the week of April 15, on WIPZ 101.5 FM: I'll Be Your Girl - The Decernberists Space Gun - Guided By Voices Boarding House Reach - Jack White The Deconstruction - EELS How to: Friend, Love, Freefall - Rainbow Kitten Surprise WIPZ is looking for a Promotions Director who would help keep tabs on current ads as well as sell underwriting, and a Music Director for next academic year. If in terested, please contact Daniel Dreckmann at dreck001@rangers.uwp.edu Download WIPZ's app called Tune-In and listen to their radio station at 101.5 FM. Listen online anywhere at anytime on wipz.org or check out their radio schedule and other cool information. May 2.2Q18 THE RANGER NEWS CAMPUS NEWS | 3 Briefs Additions to parenting room in library JOSEPH CANNING canniO01 @rangers. uwp. edu The UW-Parkside library staff has continually worked to make additions to their library for the benefit of the university's students. A wide variety of students attend the school, and some of them can face obstacles to their education. New parents are one such student demographic, but recent additions to the parenting room in the library can help to make their lives easier. The parenting room is a study space designed to accommodate parents and their children. It has existed for about a year, but since then the room has had numerous additions including a reclining chair, a CD player with nursery rhymes, and a wall-mounted felt board with cut-out characters. Parenting essentials are also included such as a changing table, sink, soap, and a mirror. Though reservations are not possible, a privacy wall splits the room such that it can be used by two parents and their children at once. It is located near to the children's Literacy Lab area with picture books and other simple books on the second floor of the library. The area is designed for children of all ages to use and features comfortable beanbag seating as well as games. Originally, the parenting room was a suggestion from a student, and the library staff made it a reality. Student comments and suggestions regarding the library are always welcome and can be sent to askus@ uwp.edu for consideration. Earth Day KRYSTAL DODGE thom008@rangers. uwp. edu On April 21, Campus Activities and Engagement organized an Earth Day clean up event. Breakfast was provided in the Brickstone. Volunteers worked at their sites from 9 a.m. until noon. Volunteers were also giving commemorative t-shirts. Earth Day was started in 1970. It gave voice to emerging consciousness and put environmental concerns on the front page. It is great to see UW-Parkside taking an active role in cleaning up the community. You do not have to wait until next Earth Day to take part in cleaning up our planet. There are many small things you can do every day to make a difference. Be conscientious and pay attention to your carbon footprint. ENCORE FRAP HOUR Half Price Frappuccinos! Wednesday and Fridays 9:30AM-10:30AM ERBERT & GERBERT'S Police Blotter May 8 COURTESY OF DUSTIN KRAUS Students and faculty make signs at Wyllie Hall Main Place an hour before the march. aged all to be committed to making Commemorating the XJ J\ X X ED I Com- a more inclusive world. Provost Rob Ducoff presented several rhetorical, mitted to respect together. Many came forward to share a positive personal comment or quote from the podium. Several student leaders from organizations such as Latinos Unidos, Parkside Student Government and Black Student Union delivered messages of gratitude for those present and challenged attendees to fight for respect and dignity for all despite differing views or approaches to issues. Chancellor Debbie Ford encourself-assessment questions aimed at identifying the terms of dignity and respect in the controversial political climate. A few students opened up about their personal experiences and confirmed the relevance of anti-hate initiatives on campus. Victor Villa, a business management transfer student, new to the scene at UWParkside urged the crowd to see the power of small actions and to continue to stomp out hate one step at a time. event To close the event, those involved in the day's activity were encouraged to sign their name on the painted rock marked No Hate on the grounds. Before dismissal, the group collected for a picture to commemorate the event. The crowd slowly disassembled, making their way back to Friday afternoon routines. Some of the messages created were carried back into campus, posted in offices and in the Student Center Window which now serve as reminders to all that the community is committed to a place of inclusion, dignity and respect. TRAFFIC ACCIDENT - PROPERTY DAMAGE I Uni versity Drive. 4:56 p.m. Complainant (Non-Affiliate) reports accident with no injuries. Citation issued for Failure to Yield Right of Way Making Left Turn. TRAFFIC VIOLATION I Ra nger Lot. 10:34 p.m. Driver (Student) was ticketed for Improper Display of Plates, Operating While Suspended & Possession or Use of Marijuana. Driver was then transported to local jail on a Dept. Of Correction Hold. Digital Design Fabrication Lab launches New lab in The Rita allows students to bring ideas to life l i J J otn/lrtntn tiiAlllrl iirpntl KIARA FOX fox00034@rangers. uwp. edu The College of Arts and Humanities hosted a soft launch for the Digital Design and Fabrication Lab on April 18 for the students and members of the community, which featured a tour and demonstration of several of the lab's features. This was followed by a panel of department faculty and other members of administration who have been instrumental in making this lab a reality. The panel featured Fireside theater employee Nate Stamper, graphic design professor Carey Watters, art professor Trenton Baylor and theater art professor Jody Sekas. Colleges strive for continuous improvement, and consequently, UW-Parkside is constantly seeking to improve and enhance their facilities in order to remain relevant and competitive. With technology and digitalization becoming aspects of our everyday life, the College of Arts and Humanities wanted to come up with a way that students can be competitive in a digital world. Chancellor Debbie Ford said the lab has "a goal to make sure that our students are prepared to live, work and contribute in this digital world." The digital lab is a tool that will enhance students creative problem solving skills by encouraging new ideas and critical thinking. Students will leam how to use the machines with the intention of teaching the students how to turn ideas into designs and then create the objects. Scott Wallenberg from Modine Manufacturing Company said that math and science students would greatly benefit from learning these skills and makes them more competitive in the job market. The conception and creation of the lab took a little over two years. Professor Baylor submitted a sabbatical in the fall of 2016, and a proposal for funding came in February 2017. The lab is finally up and running in April 2017. With the current technologically advanced landscape of the modern job market, institutions of higher learning must incorporate technological education in order to remain relevant and competitive. UW-Parkside's addition of the Digital Design and Fabrication lab is a step in the right direction to prepare students for life after college. Parkside team places 4th in charity spelling bee MofrT(H«73aAM-7m> Fitfljy 730 AM- 2 PM Music Outlet h co s • vinyl - d vo's Of Kenosha SPECIAL ORDERS . We can find onUftMIMj! Turntables MHMmiHMtj 10% Off Anything "m the store with this coupon JOSEPH CANNING canniO01 @rangers. uwp.edu On Friday, April 20, the Kenosha Literacy Council held their annual corporate spelling bee charity event, and the Ranger Bees—a team of four UW-Parkside students-entered the competition, placing fourth out of twelve teams. The event was held in Kenosha at the Italian American club which is located at the corner of 52nd Street and 22nd Avenue. Competition for a cause The Kenosha Literacy Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and teaching English literacy skills such as reading, writing and speaking to adults and families. It has helped educate the community since 1965. Most of what the organization does involves classes and tutoring, though they hold some fundraising events throughout the year. The corporate spelling bee is one such event, and it has been held since 1999, making this latest spelling bee the 19th one held. The spelling bee is a good-natured, themed competition (the theme this year was Harry Potter) in which teams are tasked with correctly spelling words, and the loser is eliminated in each round until a winner is determined. It is called the corporate spelling bee because the teams consist of members of local businesses and organizations. UW-Parkside was one of two Kenosha area colleges that had a team at the event as Gateway Technical College had a team of its own. Four students comprised the UW-Parkside team: Rachele Schwer, Kailee Dunker, Bianca Ruffolo, and Marcelo Hernandez. UW-Parkside students have participated in the past, but these four students took it upon themselves to organize a team for this year. A positive experience Kailee Dunker, a senior who is majoring in political science and liberal studies with a certificate in project management, wrote to the Ranger News regarding her experience via email. She wrote that she participated in the competition because "she always wanted to compete in a spelling bee" and she May 11 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA/DRUG PARAPH I Pike River Suites. 6:03 p.m. Anonymous complainant reports resident smoking marijuana. Citation issued for Possession or Use of Marijuana. May 12 TRAFFIC ACCIDENT - HIT & RUN I 12:2 0 p.m. Witness reported seeing H&R accident. Officer took report. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES I Stud ent Center. 8:31 p.m. Officer took report for distressed female. POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA/ DRUG PARAPH I Ran ger Hall. 9:39 p.m. Hall Director request officer for smell of marijuana. Citation issued for Possession Or Use of Marijuana. May 13 CHAPTER 51 (SELF-COMMIT). Pike River Suites. 2:23 a.m. Officer escorted female to hospital for SeliCommit May 15 OTHER SEX OFFENSES I Soccer Lot. 4:44 a.m. Officers took report for sexual assault. Under Investigation. May 19 TRAFFIC ACCIDENT - PROPERTY DAMAGE I Stud ent Center Lot. 12:35 p.m. Officer took report for accident between two students. May 23 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA/ DRUG PARAPH I Ran ger Hall. 11:12 a.m. Hall Director request officer for smell of marijuana. Officer issued two citations. May 24 wanted "to challenge [herself] in a new way." Dunker did not know what to expect since it was her first spelling bee, but she said that she enjoyed the experience. In fact, she would like to participate again in the future, writing that she knows the UW-Parkside "team has the potential to place in the top three." When asked if she would recommend participating in the spelling bee to other students, she wrote, "Yes, because it is a unique experience. I was surprised and impressed by the number of people in the community who came to support [the Kenosha Literacy Council]." Until next year Next year will mark the 20th year the competition has been held. Any UW-Parkside students who want to have a good time, a fun challenge and help out their community should consider participating next year. More details about the Kenosha Literacy Council, their mission and the corporate spelling bee can be found on their website at www.kenoshalit. org. MEDICAL ASSISTANCE I St udent Center. 9:17 a.m. Staff reported as not being able to walk. Officer & Rescue Unit arrived; staff then transported to local hospital. AGENCY ASSIST I CTH JR (Petrifying Springs). 4:06 p.m. KSD dispatch request UWPPD officer to assist with traffic control due to accident. UWPPD officer assisted. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES I Ran ger Lot. 11:13 p.m. Complainant (Student) reports unknown person in truck wants to fight him & his roommate. Officers checked surround areas, unable to locate suspect person or vehicle. SUSPICIOUS CIRCUMSTANCES I Base ball Lot. 11:32 p.m. Officers spoke to non-affiliate subjects parked in baseball lot after hours. The male & female were sent on their way. May 25 ANIMAL I RITA B/C Lot. 6:00 p.m. Anonymous complainant reports large group of kids harassing a geese. Animal is reported okay by officer. UWPPD Emergency: 262-595-2911 Non-emergency: 262-595-2455 4 I CULTURE THE RANGER NEWS May 2,2018 "Eurydice" is a heartwarming tragt TWTT Rh^Tq cnin on the Greek tragedy of Orpheus HOLLACE VILLARREAL villa068@rangers. uwp. edu "Eurydice" debuted in UWParkside's Black Box Theater on the April 20 and it was a smashing success. The sets, the acting, and the music all worked together to make a nice end to the 2017-2018 theater season, and it was a perfect way to kick off finals. The story is set in a vaguely 1950's scene, with telephones, elevators and mini bicycles to modernize the myth, but it has a timeless feel to it. Orpheus (Kyle Racas) is a famous musician and, indeed, he seems more interested in his music than his bride-to-be (at least while she was alive), and he hears it played out by his muse (Kimberly Hetelle). Eurydice (Christiane Laskowski), the star, is his fiance and she loves him, though she seems to feel unappreciated and is distinctly more booksmart than he is. She is mourning the loss of her father, who will not be there for her wedding, though she is happy to be married. Eurydice's father (Jarrod Langwinski) is in the Underworld writing letters to his daughter and trying to devise a way to get them to her. The Lord of the Underworld (Ryan Zierk) finds one and makes his way up to the world of the living. He taunts Eurydice with the letter and leads her to his house, away from her own wedding party. She dies, seemingly from being pushed down his stairs. In the Underworld, Eurydice does not remember anything. Her father recognizes her and, as he regained his memory by remembering her name, he sets out to protect her and keep her safe in the Underworld (though the Stones (Alexa Uselmann, Joe Schwaller, and Destiny Kent) disapprove). Meanwhile, Orpheus is going Eurydice played by Christiane Laskowski(right), and her father played by Jarrod Langwinski (left). mad with grief and trying every way to get messages to Eurydice, trying to save her from the Underworld. He sends her a letter and a book, showing that he really does care about her. When Eurydice remembers everything, she is anxious to see Orpheus, but she is enjoying her time with her father. The Lord of the Underworld (dressed as a child) tells her she is to be his bride and she refuses, but we know that he is not going to take that "no" lightly. Orpheus manages to get to the Underworld by following a note. The Lord of the Underworld tells him that he can have Eurydice back, but only if he does not look at her. Eurydice is reluctant to leave her father, but he walks her away (an echo of a traditional walk down the aisle). Eurydice cries out for Orpheus. He looks back. They argue for a moment before they are ripped from each other. Eurydice returns to the Underworld to see the room her father constructed for her gone, and that her father dipped himself into the River of Forgetting. She too dips herself in the River, after writing a note for Orpheus. Orpheus arrives to see them both by the River, asleep, and to find that he too has forgotten. Memorable moments The play was amazing, and the actors were great, but the set stole the show. The raining elevator that brought the dead into the Underworld and rose from the floor was, of course, incredible, but the stationary scenery—the floating candles that glowed like stars when the spotlights were down, the mosaic tile that was reminiscent of the Greek mythit was the little details that really brought this play to life. Christiane Laskowski and Kyle Racas had amazing performances with a great command of the comedy and drama that the roles required, but the best moment for me was when Jarrod Langwinski was alone on the stage. After attempting to send a letter to his daughter, he "walked down the aisle" with his arm out, pretending to be there with her. After such a heartfelt reading of his letter, I was almost in tears by the time he ran offstage to his job. It was one of the best performances I have ever seen at UW-Parkside. Overall, the play was amazing and I highly recommend everyone attend next-year's plays. ~DR. 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VIA NEXTLEVEL GAMING ONLINE JACK PURVES purveOO1 @rangers. uwp. edu "Night in the Woods" is an adventure game with a focus on narrative. The game takes place in the fictional, decaying former mining town of Possum Springs located in the rust belt. You play as Mae Borowski, a twenty-year-old college dropout (and an anthropomorphic cat) trying to get back into life at home while still living as a delinquent. Engaging Story Memorable characters drive an intriguing tale. Past the everyday activities of a delinquent, the story delves into a tale of the deteriorating town of Possum Springs and the "paranormal" activity haunting it. Some surprisingly fitting dry humor is abundant in the dialogue between characters which brings a certain lightheadedness to an otherwise unsettling and melancholic story. Beyond the plot itself, the characters throughout are surprisingly relatable. Whether it be putting cups over their ears, obsessing over horror movies, or just about anything else, the actions of every character leave a lasting impression. Captivating atmosphere Despite its condition, the atmosphere of Possum Springs is dynamic and full of character. This is due to both the art style and soundtrack, which make an otherwise dreary town look appealing. The sound design in general is very well done. From the sounds of leaves blowing in the wind, to the subtle rainfall of an overcast day, to the sounds of shoes scuffing on the ground, everything sounds superb. Narrative-focused mechanics Ultimately, "Night in the Woods" is "experienced" more than it is "played". The game implements platformer-esque mechanics for getting around and it allows you to interact with others as you please, but you are ultimately pushed forward through a mostly linear story. This is the one thing that hampers 'Night in the Woods", as it limits replayability when it comes to the main storyline. Fortunately, it also offers plenty of enthralling side stories as compensation to discover throughout one or more playthroughs of the game. All in all, "Night in the Woods" can send players on a philosophical trip that explores the smaller aspects of life. It features a memorable cast of main characters, several lovable side characters and plenty of lore in which to immerse oneself. All this is supported by a charming art style, a fantastic soundtrack and a lack of bugs and glitches. While the replayability is limited by the linear storyline, the amount of rich story that you can uncover more than makes up for it. With its story, "Night in the Woods" set out to leave a lasting impression, and it sure does; if you're looking for a nice game to play while wrapped in a cozy blanket and having an existential crisis, this game is just what you're looking for. Final score: 99/100 NextLevel Gaming Online (NLGO) is an online magazine and podcast, centered on the gaming industry. NLGO covers video games, tabletop games, hardware, software, internet news, and anything techrelated. For full reviews and more game news, visit their website at nlgo.net. May 2,2018 THE RANGER NEWS CULTURE | 5 "Toni Erdmann" a.k.a. "Awkward silence: The movie" ROSEMARY SCHWEITZER schwe035@rangers. uwp. edu Over the course of the past year, UW-Parkside has played host the some of the most critically acclaimed foreign films of 2016 and '17, ranging from musical comedies to historical dramatizations. In my personal opinion, the majority of these films have been engaging and interesting, but only one has inspired a second watching, and others have been genuinely difficult to get through. The most recent addition to the latter list would be the final film of the series, "Toni Erdmann". "Toni Erdmann" is the story of a driven career woman and the quirky father that turns her life upside down in a matter of days and manages to show her that a little humor never hurt anyone. Sounds like a real gutbusting, heartstring-pulling adventure, doesn't it? Well, most of the critics would have to agree "Toni Erdmann" is likely one of the highest rated films from the Foreign Film Series, recieving a 93% rating from Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic, as well as a 7.5 out of 10 on IMDB, not to mention all the awards. This one film was nominated for 126 different awards, including an Oscar, a Golden Globe and a Ines Conradi, played by Sandra Huller, BAFTA, and more than half of the nominations were for best film. Of the 126 award nominations, "Toni Erdmann" actually won 51. Reviewers all over the world have been all too eager to throw praise at the film, saying that movie-goers are in for a laugh out loud, thought provoking treat. A.O. Scott of the New York Times went so far as to claim that 'Toni Erdmann" was "By a wide margin the funniest almost-threehour German comedy you will ever see." Personally? I think that barely misses being an insult to German comedy, because there cannot be that many "almost-three-hour" German comedies. POLAND PETS MAKE LIFE BETTER! naked In film "Toni Erdmann." Blink and you might miss the genius I have no idea what I missed while watching the film, but it must have been something big, because there is no way I would rewatch this film, let alone nominate it for an Oscar. I have never minded a dramatic or thoughtful pause or lull in dialog, but when that lull lasts upwards of ten seconds, and the only payout is a middle-aged man putting in a set of glaringly false teeth? Call me crazy but that does not fit my definition of hilarious. The characters were hard to identify with as well, and may be that is because of my young age and lack of life experience, but they all seemed so humorless or shallow or COURTESY OF FWWEEKLY.COM just plain dull. Giving credit where credit is due In all fairness, the last half hour of the film was a complete departure from the rest of the somber attempts at comedy and was startlingly funny. However, when I say "startlingly", I do meant that. Seriously, if you are not in the mood to see a bunch of nude people awkwardly interacting after having already interacted awkwardly for two hours, just skip this one and come back hoping next year's Foreign Film Series has a better selection. That's what I'll be doing. This Week In History: The Los Angeles Riots: Civil unrest and violence RORY LARSON Iarso066@rangers. uwp. edu The Los Angeles Riots are one of the most contentious and heavily debated events of the civil rights movements in the 90's. In the United States, there has been a history of tensions between law enforcement and ethnic minorities, and that issue is once again coming to the forefront of American politics. Often times, when we look back into history we are able to clearly define people and events as good or bad. The Los Angeles Riots are a grey area of recent American history and a sad reminder of why civil rights are so important. Excessive force Anyone who keeps up with recent news has heard this debate quite frequently as of late—how much force is too much force? This was the cast in the arrest of an African American man named Rodney King in 1992. Rodney King had been beaten continuously for over a minute by four officers. They claimed they had already tried to subdue him once and that he had thrown them off. The beating was the only part that was caught on video, however, and the jury, which was mostly white, chose to acquit the officers on April 29,1992. Soon, over three hundred individuals had gathered outside the courthouse to protest the acquittal of the policemen. Deadly force Tensions between the police and the African American community were just one of the causes of the riots. In 1991, a Korean shop owner shot a young African American girl that she believed was stealing a bottle of juice from her store. The shopkeeper shot her after the girl struck her, killing her before the police arrived. It was an example of deadly force that was used against minorities for minor crimes. The shopkeeper was convicted of voluntary manslaughter and fined $500, serving no time behind bars. This was one of the many things that led to tension between the African American community of Los Angeles and the growing Korean population. It also demonstrated the failure of the law to protect the African American community. The tensions these events caused were just two small parts of a much larger web of injustice. The lack of conviction of the police officers was just the final straw that broke the camel's back. The riots The riots included looting, assault and arson among other crimes and much of the violence was law enforcement against African Americans and African Americans against Koreans. The circumstances that led up to the riots were just as awful as the aftermath. 63 were dead, over 2,300 were injured, and over 12,000 were arrested. Koreans experienced unprecedented levels of violence directed at them in the days of rioting and received little protection from the police. The California National Guard and military were both called to put an end to the rioting. The Los Angeles Riots are an example of why police-minority relations are still strained. The failure of communities to address this issue and bring about change can end in disaster. The riots only occured after tensions finally boiled over. The Los Angeles Riots are an emotional reminder that ethnic minorities in the United States have had a long and difficult history in our country and that the demand for change cannot be ignored. Questions about our culture articles? Contact Hollace Villarreal, villa068@ rangers .uwp .edu. Culture Events May 2 The Mersey Beatles Concert I 7:30 p.m. I Reuther Auditorium This LIVERPOOL based Beatles Tribute Band was the resident band for over a decade at the world famous CAVERN CLUB, where The Beatles got their start. These childhood friends have played in 20 countries, selling out shows worldwide. Experience the Mersey Beatles as never before with their all NEW HITS show!!! The show will start as the lads return in the familiar suits of Beatlemania and grow older before your eyes via several quick costume changes; they will take the audience on a trip featuring 30 of the greatest hits from all eras. See for yourself why John Lennon's sister, Julia Baird, said: There are a lot of Beatles tribute bands from all over the world, and I've seen them all, but The Mersey Beatles are the most authentic I have heard. Tickets $18-$45, plus service fees. May 2-11 UW-Parkside Art Exhibit: Them Boys by David Alekhougie I I\iesFri 9:00 ajn.-4:00 pjn. I Fine Arts Gallery Artist Lecture: Tuesday, April 10, 3:30 - 4:30 pan. Reception: Tuesday, April 10, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Carthage Art Exhibit: Senior Thesis I Mon-Fri 12:00-5:00 p.m., Thurs. 6:00-8:00 pjn., Sat. 1:00- 4:00 p.m. I Carthage College HP. Johnson Gallery of Art As part of their Senior Studio Art Thesis Seminar course, Carthage art majors present a capstone exhibition of their work. Opening Reception: April 28 I 1-4 p.m. May 4-19 Lakeside Players Presents: Sin, Sex & The CIA I Fri.- Sat. 7:30 pan., Sun. 2:00 pan. I Rhode C enter for the Arts In a CIA safe-house, somewhere in the mountains of Virginia, a secret meeting is about to take place. Newly discovered oil reserves in the Chagos Islands must be protected from the grip of O.P.E.C. One U.S. agent is an inept fool, the other a nymphomaniac, and no one seems to know who the representative of the Chagos Islands is. Hilarious hijinks ensue, and mysteries unravel, in this acclaimed comedy by Michael and Susan Parker. Directed by Eric Houghton. $13 general admission tickets / $10 students and seniors. $20 membership also available (comes with 2 tickets). This is the 44th Season for Lakeside Players, which produces comedies, dramas, musicals and children's plays, as well as adultsonly entertainment and concerts at the historic Rhode Center for the Arts. May 12 Civil War Museum Program: Women in History Tea 11:00 p.m. 1 Civil War Museum Join author Louisa May Alcott, portrayed by actress Debra Ann Miller, for tea this Mother's Day weekend, as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Little Women. The first-person theatrical presentation includes refreshments. The cost is $35 for adults and $20 for children ages 10-16. Registration required by May 6. ' THE RANGER NEWS MaY 2 » 2018 6 I OPINION The views and opinions expressed in these articles are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official views or opinions of The Ranger News ^—_ ^ y Questions about opinions, The Proletarian: ^SlVCStUflClltJN eWSfOOHlS Foxconn-Parkside partnership: Who's really benefitted? editorials? Contact Ethan Costello, coste012@ rangers .u wp .edu. ETHAN COSTELLO coste012@ rangers, uwp.edu The past several months in Wisconsin have been trailed with the ever-looming promise of economic glory to come. Gov. Walker has incessantly pressed for an investment of Foxconn in southeastern Wisconsin, and the corporation is all but confirmed for the construction of their facilities. Yet, despite all the alarums raised against the companies, our Chancellor Debbie Ford seems much too eager to welcome them here with open arms. Walker and other wealthy interests—businesses and politicianskeep proclaiming this deal will bring about a stimulation of the Wisconsin economy like nothing else before it. The promise of 13,000 jobs within the proposed Foxconn facility alone, plus 10,000 constructions jobs and interest from 500 businesses is most certainly an enticing idea because most assuredly, Wisconsin is suffering. The world is suffering. What they do not tell you is that these jobs are possible through questionable means to the point of honest reappraisal. The hacked-out deal calls for complete disregard of environmental regulations. Local newspapers have reported that air, water and land regulations are being discarded to accommodate for Foxconn's unhealthy requirements. The corporation is expected to pump an unsustainable amount of water from Lake Michigan for use in its facility—our clean drinking water—and will not be held accountable for fully returning their debt, and with no obligation to return it pollution free. There are also economic concerns. The proffered incentive package is now up to $4 billion to be paid to Foxconn as they work towards A Message from Nature: The zero waste lifestyle: a trendy illusion ADELANA AKINDES akindO01 @rangers. uwp. edu I first found out about the zero waste movement a few years ago after stumbling across a video on YouTube. The woman, Lauren Singer, had gone a year living a 'zero waste lifestyle' and all the waste she did produce was concealed within a single mason jar. She used homemade toothpaste, bamboo toothbrushes, reusable upcycled razors and glass jars instead of plastic tupperware. It seemed impossibly green, chic and eco-friendly. Zero waste thinking has its advantages, mainly by drawing constant attention to the issue of waste. By committing to a zero waste lifestyle, this awareness becomes instilled into everyday decisions and thoughts. One takes into consideration how much waste they "produce", how much is thrown away and what in their lives can be used more than once. One may learn to value things that last longer, that have more staying power in one's life and which are not easily disposed of. Yet the issue of waste cannot be solved from individual choices about what to buy. We can try navigating the market to find products that fit a zero waste standard: no plastic packaging, long their job creation mark. Where is this money coming from? The taxes that we are all paying. Economists expect Wisconsin's gross domestic product (GDP) to increase by $51 billion dollars, but that figure does not indicate impact on standard of living. What is likely going to happen is that the thousands of workers will not be paid their true worth to the company; the workers' value will be sent upwards towards managers and administrators, and the money made from us Wisconsin workers will be funneled overseas to the Taiwanese based company, benefiting wealthy interests at the hard-to-see detriment of Wisconsin laborers. Chancellor Ford and other education administrators at UWMilwaukee and Gateway seem to willfully ignore these considerations. In several press releases and reports, Chancellor Ford anticipates the need to provide Foxconn with a host of educated workers—a docile workforce. The question is why? This will look very good for the Chancellor and UW-Parkside's Administrations, won't it? This would lead to more revenue from further investment in the campus from outside sources. Some would argue is a good thing, but judging by how our administration handles our money—with actions like cutting programs and faculty while spending money on aesthetic projects like Wyllie Hall — further investment would not be set aside for the students and faculty who desperately need the funding. I urge the Chancellor to reconsider this partnership. Ethan Costello is a senior majoring in communication and is a senator of PSG and VP of No Victims Self Defense. term use, no complex methods of disposal required. Yet when one goes grocery shopping with their reusable bags and mason jars, buying items in bulk, it is impossible to notice all of the other items, the wasteful, one-use items which are still the norm. It is the mindset of capitalism, hyperfocused on increasing profit, that is the root of the problem. It is this constant overarching system of overproduction and misuse of resources which ultimately needs to change for 'zero waste' to be a realistic vision. Simply because waste does not reside in your own home, does not make it any less of a reality somewhere else. No matter what the consumer chooses to do with the waste in their own home, it is still being made on a mass scale. The consumer is not the true producer of waste. When one wishes to rid one's life of plastic products for example, they are only navigating a maze. Whether you use plastic or not, it's still being produced and mass distributed on a grand and global scale. What the zero waste lifestyle does is bring to a person's attention the materials they use, where these materials come from, and where these materials are going. It is in this way that conscious consumerism is as an effective step for the consumer. Yet in order for any large-scale, long-term solutions to be made with environmental degradation, it is time for the true producers of waste, the giant corporations of this planet, to consciously consume. Adelana Akindes is a senior majoring in environmental sciences and is treasurer of PEC. Student media across the country threatened, especially in Kansas ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED IN THE SUNFLOWER CHANCE SWAIM, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF They lock doors. They steal newspapers from racks. They shoot high school magazines with rifles. They set them on fire. They confiscate cameras. They threaten to pull funding. "They" are censors, and you don't have to look far to find them. Last spring, administrators locked Hutchinson Community College's student newspaper staff out of its newsroom after a series of articles exposing administrative and faculty bullying. This year, Butler Community College's student newspaper had copies stolen from the racks when they printed a story about a football player's arrest for murder in another state. Eisenhower High students burned and shot copies of a student publication that featured an illustration of a Ku Klux Klan member as a Trump supporter. Shawnee Mission North student journalists had cameras confiscated by a principal for covering a protest with which he disagreed. Emporia State's student government cut its student newspaper budget following an outstanding series of investigative stories uncovering sexual misconduct by a faculty member. The examples listed above have all happened to student journalists and their publications in Kansas in the past year. But the problem is not unique to Kansas. Student newsrooms across the country have come under increased threats this year, including The Sunflower, at a time when student newspapers are more important than Community Connections: Slay your finals with these awesome study tips KRYSTAL DODGE thorn008@rangers. uwp. edu It is that time of the semester again. We are all struggling to earn good grades and finish the semester strong. There are a variety of things you can do, study tips you can try and resources you can utilize to help you achieve the grades you want and need. Do not let the end of the semester stress get you down. According to Deloitte Center for Higher Education Excellence, "Nearly one-third of undergraduates leave after their first year, and many require six years to complete their studies." That seems daunting, but you can be successful! It is important to get proper sleep, eat healthy, stay hydrated and manage your stress. You can handle your class work and tests. You must allocate your time effectively, develop good study habits and prepare for your tests. There are many helpful study tips. Cognitive scientists suggest alternating study places and switching between subjects. Forming study groups with your peers and making flash cards are great ways to study. The New York Times reported that consistent testing can help you to relearn information and recall it for your finals, so perhaps all those annoying tests are a good thing. ever to the communities they serve. But why now? Student newspapers have always covered controversial subjects. They've always had a rebellious streak and exposed wrongdoing, propelled by a strong sense of justice. They've always pissed off administrators and student governments. The question administrators and student governments across the country need to answer is why attempt to destroy something that's not broken — es pecially as its importance grows? As professional newspapers struggle to gain a foothold in the marketplace of the 21st century, many are undergoing, or have already undergone, the same corporate transformation other industries made decades ago. The same goes for universities. In some industries, like fast food, conformity maximizes efficiency and ultimately improves the product. For example, when McDonald's fries taste the same in Fresno, California, as they do in Wichita, that's good business. But when a newspaper in Wichita is the same as the newspaper in Fresno, California, you can be sure readers in neither location are being properly served. When corporate owners demand the same conformity from newspapers as fast food restaurants, the consequences are dire. Like newspapers, public universities are making a late transition from once-differing institutions to boxy, indifferent, bottom-line-obsessed corporate entities. As corporate universities become more alike, they must expend more money and effort on branding, insisting they're different from their competition — sim ilar to the Cola Wars between Pepsi and Coke. Student newspapers, protected by Effectively using your time is often hard. For each college credit you are taking it is recommended you spend 2 to 3 hours studying per week. Sometimes you have to get creative to fit that all in. Do things like bringing those handy flash cards you made to review in your downtime. Just remember to take breaks as well, because after 90 minutes of studying you will have a hard time focusing. Do not be afraid to take naps, because a sleepy brain is a slow brain. Test anxiety is a common issue. If you are experiencing test anxiety and it is negatively affecting your performance at school, you should get evaluated. There are accommodations available if you qualify. Some examples of accommodations are extended test time and testing in a quiet room. The Disability Service office is in Wyllie D175 and the phone number is 262- 595-2372. UW-Parkside has help available. The Parkside Academic Resource Center (PARC) located in Wyllie D180 is open Monday through Friday. The phone number is 262- 595-2044. They offer tutoring online as well as in person. They also offer supplemental instruction and student success coaching. Take a deep breath and try not to get overwhelmed. If you find yourself struggling utilize the resources available. In the words of Franklin D. Roosevelt, "The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today." Krystal Dodge is a junior majoring in psychology. the First Amendment and relatively insulated by sustainable funding through student fees from the corporate forces hamstringing local newspapers, are caught in the middle of this madness. But the sustainable funding that insulates student newspapers, like The Sunflower, from the corporate decisions diminishing local newspapers and universities across the country is in jeopardy. The First Amendment protections afforded student newspapers, too, have come under threat. Student newspapers are now at a crossroads: do they continue bravely and independently serving their readers free from corporate influence and brand-building demanded by their intersecting industries — h igher education and newspapers — o r do they conform, sell their souls, and help build the brand of their schools in exchange for student fees. For The Sunflower, this crossroads was clearly laid out in an email from an administrator. It was said we could not operate "without bias or control from anyone" because we receive student fees. The answer for The Sunflower, and other ethical student newspapers across the country, is simple. A newspaper functioning as a publicrelations arm of the university, suppressing confrontational coverage and giving a false impression of reality, is worse than no newspaper at all. Student newspapers serve a vital role in our democracy and occupy a special place in our society that allows the truth to determine its coverage — n ot its profitability. In these tough times for student journalists, The Sunflower supports all student publications as they fight for their right to report the truth. The Ranger News 900 WOOD ROAD KENOSHA, Wl 53141 rangernews@uwp.edu The Ranger News strives to inform, educate and engage the UW-Parkside community by publishing well-written, accurate student journalism on a bi-weekly basis, as well as online. Editor-in-Chief ETHAN COSTELLO coste012@rangers.uwp.edu Deputy Editor AUSTIN KRIEGER krieg004@rangers.uwp.edu Campus News Editor VACANT Culture Editor HOLLACE VILLARREAL villa068@rangers. uwp. edu Sports Editor VACANT Design and Layout Editor ANDRE PEREZ perez 103@rangers. uwp. edu Managing Copyeditor ALYSSA GOROSKI goros001@rangers.uwp.edu Social Media Rep KATHRYN SINGER smge015@rangers.uwp. edu Business Manager AMY SCHUSTER schus010@rangers. uwp. edu Media Group Advisers DEAN KARPOWICZ karpowicz@uwp. edu May 2,2018 BEARLY NEWS Volume 3 I Issue 6 I 7 BEARLY NEWS! "Bearly News" is not real news. In fact, you could say it is unreal news. Really, it is real unreal news. Drawing contest! Instructions: Step 1. Draw a picture according to the prompt. But remember, you're an artist. Everything is up for interpretation. Step 2. Write your name and contact info below. Step 3. Cut out and drop into the drawing box outside our office (LI 01A Student Center). Submissions will be considered for print in our next print issue. What is the state of TPUSA? TYLER STEiNSDORFER steinO 78® rangers, uwp. edu One of Parkside's conservative student organizations are in a state of disarray after a number of members discover that they are not actually conservative Turning Point USA is a college conservative group on campus that has recently gained notoriety due to having suspected racial biases. A chapter has recently started at UWParkside and, as a result, a number of people have wanted to determine whether these rumors were true as well as try to learn more about the group as a whole. However, to my surprise, after conducting interviews with members of the group the Bearly News has yet to find anyone that is actually conservative. — — P l e a s e , b e a r w i t h u s h e r e . — - — — — hunt for Ranger Bear draws to a close News mourns a Private Eye and welcomes a new Ranger Bear Parkside distributes the TRAVIS NORTHERN north004@rangers.uwp.edu To cap off the 2017-2018 school year, the university has honored its hard-working students and faculty with an array of Further Achievement in Learning (F.A.I.L.) awards. The competition was fierce this year; nomination counts were off the charts for categories including "Best Procrastinator," "Longest Meeting," and "Most Pretentious Professor." Unsung heroes The F.A.I.L. awards are specifically dedicated to honoring the greatest achievements in UWParkside's academic sphere. The event kicked off with respecting what is arguably the most important of these accomplishments: "Best Hangover Recovery." The winner was none other than Daniel Jack, a super senior that attended forty-five parties over the course of the year, all while maintaining a 2.4 GPA. He proudly wobbled onto the ballroom stage to collect his award. "It's great to finally be..." Daniel stated, before holding a hand to his temple. "Excuse me," he resumed, adjusting his Top Gun aviator glasses. "I have to go to the bathroom." He then disappeared for the remainder of the event. Another underdog win came for Jane B. Fowling, who walked away with the "Sloppiest Dorm" award. Her mountain of soda cans barely beat out T. Ruxpin's cluttered archive files on Ranger Bear. Ruxpin did, however, win the award for "Strongest School Spirit" for attending two entire sports games. Those who cannot do Some prominent winners in the professor categories included Dr. Ophelia Chem, who won "Driest PowerPoint" for her lecture on epipregnanolone. The slideshow featured exactly 10,439 bullet points and only a mere 11 pictures. "Smallest Class" was expected to go to UBW 101 (Intro to Underwater Basket Weaving), but in a surprise twist, Dr. Winn Chester collected the award. The day before the ceremony, he had fourteen students enrolled in his music course. The next morning, the room was empty. The sudden drop in attendance may have something to do with the .44 magnum on his belt, or it may have to do with the new padDraw us a picture of your happy place! Send it in to be featured in our next issue! Name Email/Phone: The Bearly Ranger Bear contemplates his weighty job HOLLACE VILLARREAL "Ranger Bear, you have captured villa068@rangers.uwp.edu When PI T. Ruxpin donned the Ranger Bear suit, he changed. This Bearly News reporter ran from the scene, but was caught when the new Ranger Bear opened the door to his bedroom, where this reporter had taken refuge. "I do not need you sniffing around," Ranger Bear told the Bearly News, "Go home. I will file for a cease and desist." UW-Parkside's Private Investigator, T. Ruxpin. Will he be returning to class or his job?" "No, I don't see that happening anytime in the future." Ranger Bear said. He answered all further interview questions with "no comment". This reporter was forcibly removed from the home and given a ticket for trespassing. When the Bearly News asked the campus police whether or not Ranger Bear The Truth Comes Out "It all started when I first opened The Communist Manifesto" one group member stammered before quickly looking around to make sure no one heard him. He, as well as everyone else who agreed to be interviewed, wished to remain anonymous so as to not bring any unwanted attention to themselves. He really seemed at a loss trying to understand who he really is. He went on to describe how his parents would disown him if they knew he was actually a socialist. I really pitied the man and wanted to give him a hug and tell him everything would be okay, but he would only allow this if the phrase "no homo" was yelled an unfathomable amount of times. Not all of the people interviewed were socialists. One girl mentioned Proudhon as often as a clingy girlfriend talks about her boyfriend. "I'm not sure how many of us are actually conservative and at this point I'm too scared to ask" the girl said. "We all just keep acting conservative because it's what we've always done." It is difficult to say what will be the future of this organization. Only time will tell whether or not these left-wingers will actually come out of the closet or not. annual F.A.I.L. awards lock on his supply closet. Regardless, one prominent figure celebrated by Tweeting, "First armed teacher just earned a F.A.I.L. at University of Wisconsin! Great sign that we should covfefe!" Faring less than well Despite an excellent ceremony. the final F.A.I.L. of the year has yet to be distributed. The award for "Lamest Satire Article" had no qualifying nominees, but...hold on—my phone is ringing. Great work, UW-Parkside! Congratulations to all winners, and good luck on finals! Remember: when in doubt, F.A.I.L.! Cease and desist With a new order to cease and desist, this reporter has been taken off the case of Ranger Bear and ordered to never report on him again. Even now, when he walks through the halls, this reporter can see T. Ruxpin's glazed-over eyes staring back at me. Just know the truth/and know that the capable team at the Bearly News will always bring it to you. However, now that we know what we know about Ranger Bear's succession, the Bearly News urges you to express caution when attending school events and showing school spirit. Don't be proud, just Be. At Parkside. A celebration banquet will be held after the ritual to sanctify the new Ranger Bear. Free refreshments, bring your own cloaks. would be ticketed forabductingT. Ruxpin, they dropped this reporter's ticket. 8 I SPORTS THE RANGER NEWS MAY 2,2018 Rangers see Senior Day spoiled by Drury Sports Standings NCAA DfVMHM mrnm WOMEN'S TRACK & FIELD 5/3-5/5- TBA 8^ffi TD00R CHAMPi " ROMEOVILLE, IL Men's golf wraps up GLVC; three players shoot 70's Baseball can't take down No. 5 Illinois-Spingfield Sports Schedules and Michael Pilli VIA UWP ATHLETICS SPRINGFIELD, 111. - Parkside baseball finished out its series at No. 5 Illinois-Springfield on Sunday and the home Prairie Stars came away with a pair of wins taking game one in comeback fashion 6-4 and game two 13-1. In game one, Troy Bittenbender got the Rangers out to a hot start when he blasted a two-run home run to left field to make it 2-0 Parkside in the first inning. After UIS went i ( #7) exchange encouraging words. scoreless the first two innings, they broke through with a two-run third and another run in the fourth inning to take a 3-2 lead. Parkside answered back in the top of the sixth with a two-run inning as Max Widmar drove in Bittenbender with an RBI single and later in the inning, Domenic Hammudeh came home to score on a first and third situation to give the Rangers the 4-3 advantage. UIS came right back however, scoring three runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to take a 6-4 lead they would not surrender. Bittenbender had a huge game in the opener, going 3-for-3 with a home run, two RBI, two runs and a stolen base. Widmar. Dominic Esposito and Michael Pillizzi each had a hit as well. Connor Cunningham suffered the loss, going all 7.0 innings allowing four earned runs with four strikeouts. Game two was all Prairie Stars, as the host scored one in the first, four in the third and later had a five-run fifth inning. The Green & White will play its final home games of the 2018 season next weekend as Indianapolis comes to town. Saturday will serve as Blue Out Day to bring awareness to Prostate Cancer. 5/10-5/11-TBA DR. KEELER LAST CHANCE MEET AT NORTH CENTRAL NAPERVILLE, IL 5/24-5/26- TBA NCAA OUTDOOR CHAMPI ONSHIPS CHARLOTTE, NC MEN'S TRACK & FIELD 5/3-5/5- TBA 8^y TD00RCHAMPi - ROMEOVILLE, IL 5/10-5/11-TBA DR. KEELER LAST CHANCE MEET AT NORTH CENTRAL NAPERVILLE, IL 5/24-5/26- TBA NCAA OUTDOOR CHAMPI ONSHIPS CHARLOTTE, NC BASEBALL 5-5-18 NOON, 3 P.M GLVC MCKENDREE (DH) LEBANON, ILL. 5-6-18 NOON, 3 PM GLVC MCKENDREE (DH) LEBANON, ILL. NCAA Div II GLVC East Conf Div Total Streak 20-6 0-0 33-14 LI 18-8 0-0 35-14 W2 17-9 0-0 35-15 L2 2018 Baseball 1. Illinois Springfield 17-1 0-0 38-5 W1 2. Bellarmlne 16-6 0-0 34-13 L1 3. Southern Indiana 11-7 0-0 24-17 W4 2018 Wrestling 1. Mckendree (5) 6-0 NA 17-5 W2 2. UW-Parkslde (2) 5-1 NA 12-1 W3 3. Indianapolis (9) 4-2 NA 10-10 W1 INDEX (#) = NCAA Div 2 rank $ = Conference Champions T indicates Tie Danny Wojtowicz takes a swing at the VIA UWP ATHLETICS CARMEL, Ind. - The Parkside men's golf team finished up its 2017- 18 season on Monday at the GLVC Championships at Prairie View GC, and the Rangers had their best day as a group to close out the Championship. Three Rangers shot in the 70's on Monday, with Daniel DePrey leading the way with a 73. Chun Yan Leong and Danny Wojtowicz each shot a 75 while Wyatt Czeshinski finished with an 84 and James O'Donnell a 93. Over three rounds of play, Leong finished with a 229 to lead Parkside. DePrey (240), Czeshinski (243), 2018 Softball 1. Illinois Springfield 2. McKendree 3. Indianapolis Seniors Danielle Crockett (#9), Bridget Jost (#13) and Madison Manders (#10) were honored for their time on the team VIA UWP ATHLETICS SOMERS, Wis. - Drury spoiled Senior Day for the Parkside Softball team, as the Panthers won both games (6-3,5-4) on Saturday afternoon at Case Softball Complex. The Rangers honored seniors Danielle Crockett, Bridget Jost and Madison Manders post game. In game one, Parkside took an early 3-0 lead, but the Drury pitching staff tightened up after the fist inning, holding the Rangers scoreless for the rest of the way. In the first inning, Megan Aliverti drove in Jessica Shields with an RBI single through the left side to make it 1-0. Crockett followed that with a sacrifice fly to center that scored Kellie Fenza and Adrien Hall hit a sacrifice fly that scored Aliverti to make it 3-0. Drury came back to plate a nin in the second, two in the fourth, two in the fifth and one in the seventh to come away with the win. Aliverti and Jessica Miklos each went 2-for-3 while Fenza went l-for-4 with a run. Jost got the start in game one, throwing 1.0 innings while Allison Hausl finished out the final 6.0 innings. In game two, Drury was the team that took the early lead and was able to hang out the rest of the way with the Rangers making it close. The Panthers led 5-0 before the Rangers broke through in the bottom of the fifth inning. Fenza drilled a two-run double to left center and Aliverti brought Fenza in with an RBI single, making it 5-3. In the seventh inning, Jessica Shields led off with a walk and ended up scoring on an RBI single COURTESY OF UWP ATHLETICS postgame April 28. by Crockett, bringing the Green & White within one run. Adrien Hall reached on a fielding error by the first baseman that put the tying run at second base and the winning run at first, but a strikeout ended the ball game. Shields went 2-for-2 with two runs and a double while Crockett finished 2-for-3 and Fenza went l-for-4 with a double and two RBI. The Rangers will host Missouri S&T on Sunday, April 29 for Pinkout Day hosted by Ascension. GLVC tournament. Wojtowicz (248) and O'Donnell (260) rounded out the top five golfers. The team score of 307 tied for the team's second best score all season long. The Rangers were ineligible to be scored due to conference sanctions, but the team did beat five of their GLVC counterparts with the 307 on Monday. Indianapolis won the Championship shooting an 880 over three rounds while Maryville finished in second with an 893. Graham McAree won the individual title with a 214 after shooting a 66 (-6) on Monday. MILWAUKEE BUCKS PRESENTED BY UUUAiJ /% &TUUENT RUSH V " "•fl. n ROGRAM *. TO JOIN VISIT BUCKS.COM | STUDENTRUSH $10 Rush Program & get notified of ipeciaPstudenl hcketpricing for every Us home game! 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