The Northeastern - June 12, 2012
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Waterways repaired Steps being taken this summer to repair local wayerways for future use.
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Show continues Stars in the Summer prepares for 30th season set to debut this month.
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Major renovations under way on UC
ELIZABETH WHITE
TNE WRITER The fences are up and the road has been blocked as construction takes its place once again on the NSU Tahlequah campus. Work began May 14, 2012 on the University Center Market Café Renovation, but long before that plans were being made for the new and improved eatery. “We are heavily involved in the construction and the plans from the start,” said David Wilcox, Sodexo General Manager. “We presented things to our Sodexo’s student board of directors to help us generate ideas. We would basically show ideas to the group and they gave feedback. The Sodexo’s student board of directors has representatives of students from each class and a proper ratio of residents and commuters to make sure we have people using our facilities to coach us to what students are looking for. Students have really helped us from the idea standpoint. ” The student board of directors of Sodexo has given the students an opportunity to make their voice heard in this project and in their services on campus. “The project itself is being done in stages,” said Wilcox “We’re starting with the outside patio and a couple of serving venues that are going to be out there on the corners. We need to do those first because in the next stage we will be attacking the indoor serving and redoing that. It’s not a simple project and it can take time to be done. If we’re going to shut down the venue where we serve most students, we need something else to serve them out of. So those two units out there will be done by the time we continued on page 2
Greg Holbird/TNE As construction on the UC picks up pace, students have much to look forward to with the expansion of the Market Café. Consturction is to be finished by fall break this year.
Award-winning author set to conduct writer’s workshop
AsHLEy RogERs
TNE WRITER Few people can claim the title of professional storyteller, even less can claim they have won multiple awards for such a feat. Native American author Joseph Bruchac lives near the town of Greenfield Center, N.Y., in the same home his maternal grandparents raised him. With so much history in the area it comes as no surprise that most of his stories are the tales of the Adirondacks and native population of the Northeastern Woodlands. His extensive and versatile educational background boasts a B.A. from Cornell University, a M.A. in Literature and Creative Writing from Syracuse and a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from the Union Institute. In addition to his success as an author he also worked eight years directing a program for Skidmore College, based inside of a maximum-security prison. Working alongside his late wife Carol, he founded the Greenfield Review Literary Center, a nonprofit and charitable organization offering individuals of all ages a unique hands-on learning approach focusing on Native American understandings and Adirondack Culture. This is the first year the writer’s workshop has been held on the NSU Tahlequah campus and brings with it many opportunities. Bruchac has been featured in over 500 publications, including the “Smithsonian Magazine,” as well as authoring over 120 books for both children and adults. His works range from a series of poems, picture books, novels, a collection of children’s plays, a historical novel and an autobiography. He has received over a dozen awards for his work, including the “Cherokee Nation Prose Award,” and the “American Book Award for Breaking Silence.” NSU’s “Project I’m Ready!” with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), will be sponsoring both an author’s workshop and storytelling program featuring Bruchac’s storytelling, Native American Music, a discussion of his works, as well as a Q&A session. The project hopes to attract an audience of diverse ages and backgrounds. “Project I’m Ready!” aims to provide culturally diverse education and resources for librarians working with the Native American students continued on page 2
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Market Café to gain two new kitchen venues
continued from page 1 start tearing up the inside venues.” The Market Café remodel is one of many projects Wilcox has had a hand in since taking on his position with Sodexo in 2007. “Once we get the Market Café done, then we will have redone all of the food venues here,” said Wilcox. The remodeling project will undoubtedly be a gem and an asset on NSU’s ever-growing Tahlequah campus. “The reason for the renovation is to increase the variety of food options for students on campus as well as add additional seating to the Market Cafe’ venue as a whole,” said Jon Asbill, Interim Director for Capital Projects and Planning. “Our goal is to create a comfortable and highly functional space that attracts students to the venue.” Functionality in the new space will be emphasized with the extra dining options and seating areas, which will be highly welcomed. “The remodel includes the addition of the two kitchen venues, Tuscan Grill and American Bistro Grill, and an addition of 92 seats by enclosing the existing north patio and another 104 seats by constructing a new exterior patio,” said Asbill. The construction visible on campus this summer is the product of a lot of research and countless hours of preparation. “Planning and design has been under way since summer of 2011,” said Asbill. “We anticipate the project to be complete by fall break 2012 with a projected overall cost of $1.5 million.” Even though a monetary cost can be put on the project, the actual value of the project is immeasurable. “The UC market café project is a great recruiting tool with future students, as the UC is a central focal point during our campus tours,” said Matthew Eaton, High School and College Relations Representative. The expansion is something to be noted by future students as an example of NSU’s evolving campus environment. Eaton said each representative has their own different route they take for the tours, but all have made adjustments to detour the construction so that the noise won’t be an issue. The representatives tell the potential students the building is expanding, and students seem to be excited about the changes being made to the campus. Future generations of NSU students will be enjoying these renovations for many years to come, which is a value well worth the price of the noisy construction It’s not just the incoming students who have noticed the new construction though, students taking summer classes on campus are taking note as well. “There’s always some construction on campus it seems like, so I
Bruchac to speak at Tahlequah
guess I’m used to it by now,” says Katie Belcher, Poteau senior. “I’m looking forward to this one being finished though so I’ll have somewhere new to eat on campus.” Belcher is a commuter and has to grab her lunch on campus like many other students. “It will be nice to be able to take my lunch outside to eat, too,” says Belcher. “It’s always nice to have some more options.” For more information, email white25@ nsuok.edu.
continued from page 1 in high poverty rural areas of Oklahoma. Each year the education department arranges an author’s workshop for students. This year they chose Bruchac not only for the workshop experience for students, but also felt the international best-selling native storyteller would also be a great fit for the project’s goal of creating an accessible and diverse cultural platform for all. Associate professor Dr. Barbara Ray said Bruchac was an obvious choice to come back to Oklahoma. She said he was the 2003 winner of the Oklahoma-based Sequoyah book award for “Skeleton Man.” “We are hoping to provide a fantastic example of native storytelling for all cultures and backgrounds and to share the rich cultural heritage we are surrounded by,” said Stephanie Christodoulou of Project I’m Ready!. “It is also a fun way to experience native stories for those with eager ears, and those who wish to write.” Ray said she hopes to continue his presence in Oklahoma classrooms. “It speaks well of NSU hosting Joseph Bruchac for a writing seminar and workshop,” said
Courtesy Photo Joseph Bruchac will be a perfect fit for a culturally diverse platform at the writer’s workshop this year. This year is the first that the writer’s workshop will be held on NSU’s Tahlequah campus.
Chad Smith, former chief of The Cherokee Nation, a partner of the “I’m Ready!” project. The Author’s Workshop will be from 6:30-9:00 p.m., June 15, in the Webb Auditorium located on the Tahlequah Campus. “One of the greatest ways to mature is to take what is inside your mind and heart and articulate it in writing. You grow by the process and others benefits from the sharing. Mr. Bruchac’s lead-
ership in writing will encourage all those attending his sessions to enjoy the art and necessity to communication.” The Storytelling Program will take place from 1:30-3:00 p.m., June 16, in the NSU Broken Arrow Auditorium. Both sessions are free to the public and open for anyone to attend. For more information, email [email protected]
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NSU takes steps to join elite OCTP group
sHANE DEvERs
TNE WRITER NSU is on the verge of joining a very elite group. The group consists of five collegiate institutions that are preparing the next line of teachers for their work with the upcoming youth. The Oklahoma Commission for Teacher Preparation strives to make sure teachers are ready in these urban and international jobs. Adding to the list with Northeastern is Cameron University, Central Oklahoma, Science and Arts of Oklahoma and Oklahoma City. Although NSU is only one of five schools in Oklahoma, the state is one of 12 that has been doing such preparations. In a recent press release, Dr. Allyson Watson, assistant professor of Education said, “Oklahoma teacher preparation programs are extensive, and NSU is one of the institutions selected to begin the critical dialogue regarding teacher preparation and collaboration across the state’s school districts.” The urban reform program that is held at NSU professes young teachers and introduces the candidates to the urban school settings. The goal of the alliance is to develop partnerships between the P-12 and the higher education, develop more effective state policies, research, and strong clinical preparation so teachers are prepared for a diverse student population. “The research is clear – one does not become an effective teacher by sitting in a lecture hall,” said Linda Reid, the executive director of OCTP in a recent press release. Striving to increase the use of performance assessment, the alliance hopes to ensure that these teachers have the knowledge and skills for today’s classrooms. OCTP is also responsible for providing training and assistance on accreditations and monitoring changes in program quality. “We want to move more of teacher preparation from the college campus to the P-12 classroom,” said Reid. Students are even putting in their opinions about NSU joining the cause. “I like that NSU is joining this alliance, because if the state I’m coming from is in it then I should could have ties to teaching in other states,” said Ashton Adams education major. Adams would like to teach at a big school like Jenks and hopes the OCTP would help her achieve that goal. Oklahoma is taking a step in the right direction for the youth of this country by joining these other 11 states. These states include California, Colorado, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Alabama, Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Oregon and Tennessee. For questions about the OTCP and what it’s next step is, visit otcp.com. Meetings are the second Thursday of every month given there are not any conflicting legal holidays. For more information, email [email protected]
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NSUPD gains breathalyzer
ELIZABETH gIBsoN
TNE WRITER With summer in full swing, students are heading to the river and having fun. Drunk driving effects not the only the people involved, but the friends, family and loved ones of the victims. The counseling department has teamed up with NSUPD to bring the Intoxilyzer S-D5. The Intoxilyzer S-D5 is a new breathalyzer campus police are using to keep drunk drivers off the road. The Intoxilyzer D-S5 comes with new technology to help police keep drivers from driving while under the influence of alcohol. According to the Intoxilyzer brochure, the new breathalyzer is unaffected by acetone, methane, food, and any other particles that are normally found in the human breath. Students should drive safely knowing that they are being protected. “I’m just glad they are trying to stay current. With technology advancing, it’s important to know what is out there,” said Miranda Carmichael, Muskogee junior. DUI laws are becoming stricter as time goes by. Laws like the Erin Swezey Act, focus primarily on multiple offenders. “I like knowing that they are using new breathalyzers to help keep drunk drivers off the roads,” said Cassandra Hardin, Keys senior. According to www.lifesaver. com, the law also strongly supports the use of IIDs or ignition interlock devices. These devices are programmed to detect the level of alcohol present in the person’s body before the vehicle will be able to be turned on. With the new breathalyzers on campus, parents should rest easy knowing that their children are being protected while they are on NSU campuses. “Even though my baby is still in diapers, its still good know that I can drive safely with him and not worry too much about the drunk drivers,” said Hardin. For more information, email [email protected].
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Franchise makes wrong choice, Thunder capitalize
On June 28, 2007 the Portland Trailblazers of the NBA made a decision that will forever change the way we look at sports in the state of Oklahoma. Portland selected Greg Oden of Ohio State as the first pick in the 2007 NBA draft. That year, the Seattle Supersonics received the second pick. Do you know who they chose? Kevin Durant, a skinny 6’9 freshman from the University of Texas. Since 2007, Greg Oden has played a total of 81 games in five seasons. Kevin Durant on the other hand, was named Rookie of the Year, has won three consecutive scoring titles, and is leading the hometown Oklahoma City Thunder into the NBA finals in hopes of winning the franchise’s first NBA championship. In their inaugural season in Oklahoma City, the Thunder finished the year (23-59) one of the worst records in the league. The next season, OKC experienced one of the best turnarounds in NBA history, finishing the regular season (50-32) and taking the eventual champion Los Angeles Lakers to six games before losing in the Western Conference Semifinals. That year Kevin Durant won his first scoring title averaging 30 points per game. Flash forward to this year, it is now coming up on 5 years since the 2007 draft. The Thunder ran through the regular season, finishing just behind San Antonio for the best record in the West. They swept last year’s champion, the Dallas Mavericks. Then made it look easy at times against Kobe Bryant and the Lakers, beating them (4-1). Going down (0-2) in the Western Conference Finals, the Thunder made a quick turnaround, beating the San Antonio Spurs four straight games to advance to the NBA Finals. Meanwhile, Greg Oden announced a few weeks ago that he plans on missing the 2012-2013 NBA season to rehab from knee surgery. That pick changed everything in Oklahoma. There is no telling what the Thunder would be like had the Trailblazers not decided to take Greg Oden with the first pick. One thing is for sure, the city would not be the same. The run the Thunder are on is something this state has never seen before. Walking into a sports bar or a
Courtesy Photo In 2007, the Portland Trailblazers selected Greg Oden with the first pick in the draft. The second pick that year was Kevin Durant, who has led the hometown Thunder into the Finals.
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friend’s house and knowing that everyone is rooting for the same team is something that just does not happen in Oklahoma. All we have had to root for in the past was college sports, and those seem to have every house divided. Having a successful professional team in Oklahoma is something that everyone can and should be proud of. Kevin Durant is the catalyst to what is being considered a young dynasty in Oklahoma City. That word, “dynasty” it does not get thrown around too often in the NBA. With other young stars in Russell Westbrook, James Harden, and Serge Ibaka, the future looks to be a long and bright
one for Oklahoma City. The Thunder begin the Finals at home Tuesday June 12 at 8:00 p.m. They will be playing the Miami Heat who are led by LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. The Heat are seeking to redeem themselves from last season, when they lost to Dallas in the Finals. One thing is for sure, this will be a great series, two very talented teams with plenty of star power all across the floor. Just think, there is no possible way Oklahoma City would be where they are today had the picks went differently in 2007. I think it is fair to say, “Thanks Portland we owe you one.”
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Summer camps offer fun for children of all ages
CHELsEA MILLER
TNE WRITER NSU offers fun and adventurous summer camps for children all ages. This summer there will be 12 different camps during the months of June and July. The camps include storytelling, art adventures, digital photography, CSI, pastry wars, theatre and movies, sculpture art, kayaking, iron-chef, movie making, broadcast and survival camp. Each camp lasts for one week from 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. and Friday’s are field trip day. “This year will be my first year leading a camp and I will be leading the art adventure camp for children ages four through eight,” said Amber Cowan, summer camp instructor. The art adventure camp will give children the opportunity for a hands-on experience. “I believe the summer camps give kids the opportunity for interaction with other kids there age and even older,” said Cowan. Cowan said the art adventure camp will be very hands-on and will combine the use of visual art and performing arts. During the camp, multiple areas of the NSU campus will be used. “One thing I am doing with this camp is partnering up with the digital photography camp that is taking place the same week,” said Cowan. Partnering with other camps will give children more of an opportunity to interact and meet the students in the other camps. “This year is the first year for a kayaking camp and I am the instructor for it,” said Dana BorenBoar, Summer Camp Director. “This camp is for kids ages 10 and up and this was the first camp to fill up.” Tahlequah shows a demand for outside activities for children and
Courtesy Photo This year marks the fourth year for Centennial Summer Camps, with this year offering more than ever before. There are two cooking camps where there was only one last year, there is a camp for younger children and there is also a kayaking camp which has been a highlight of Summer Camps 2012.
these summer camps give children activities to do while they are out of school. “As for my kayaking camp, I hope to get kids to create a love for the river and respect for the river, so as they get older they can keep having that respect because it truly is such a beautiful place,” said Boren-Boar. Boren-Boer said kayaking camp is full but next year they hope to expand this camp so more children can participate and they also hope to create a hiking camp. “I think all of the camps of course are fun but they all offer something different and can appeal to all kids of all ages,” said Boren-Boar. The summer camps give students out of school for the summer a chance to interact with other children and participate in
camps that teach great skills. The camps offer a wide variety of activities that girls and boys of all ages can enjoy. These camps are not all full and it is not too late to register. For more information about the camps and registration forms go to, www.nsunews.com.
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KAyLA JoHNsoN
TNE WRITER Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, Small Event, Big Event, Service Sundays and service learning are all examples of community service that Northeastern State University provides. One thing the average college student may not be aware of is NSU even expands to other countries as well. The College of Optometry will be traveling to Honduras, Central America this summer. Every year, students from the college travel to help volunteer their time and services to the community. “This is actually my first time being outside of the United States,” said Cassie Adams, Olathe, KS third year optometry student. “I’m more excited than nervous. The nerves probably won’t sink in until the plane ride down there.” The participants in the trip are
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College of Optometry to volunteer in Honduras
Greg Holbird/TNE James Thirion, fourth year clinician, preforms an eye exam on a patient in the NSUOCO office. The NSUOCO team has a trip to Honduras planned July 28 through August 4 to help provide those less fortunate with proper eye care.
excited about what they will gain while volunteering. “Obviously I will get a ton of experience doing eye exams but I also hope to come back with a
more open mind and a greater appreciation of the opportunities that have been given to me,” said Adams. There are a few students who have been to Honduras before with Students Volunteering Optometric Services to Humanity. “This is my second time to go to Honduras. Last year I went as a SVOSH member,” said Megan Kirkpatrick, Tulsa fourth year optometry student. There will be plenty to do for the community of Honduras in such a short amount of time, but those going are still excited. Megan, who is the current SVOSH president, is excited about going back to Honduras. “While we were there last year, we had a clinic 8am to 5pm for four days and we saw over one thousand patients. We handed out sunglasses, prescription glasses and eye drops, made referrals to people for surgeries amongst other things,” said Kirkpatrick. “It was an awesome opportunity to be able to bring a service that
I am trained in to a country in need.” The optometry students will learn a lot while in Honduras. “The main things I would like to gain are knowledge and experience. We will get to see a lot of eye diseases and conditions in Honduras that we do not see as often in the United States,” said Courtney Bloodgood, Spring Hill, KS third year optometry student. Volunteering and helping out the people of Honduras is one of the the main focal points of the students while learning everything they can from their experienc on the trip. “My expectations for the trip are to help as many people as we are able and to learn as much as possible in the short time we are there,” said Bloodgood. The trip to Honduras will occur July 28 through August 4. There will be 17 optometry students, two doctors and one resident of Honduras who will accompany them on thier trip to
Central America. These individuals are leaving a legacy for the younger optometry students, giving them the opportunity to see the importance of being a public servant only adding to their value as a accomplished professional. “I think it’s wonderful that NSUOCO has the opportunity to help those in need. It’s a great example of servant leadership and it makes me proud to be an incoming student into NSU’s Optometry College,” said Jordyn Raney, Jay first year optometry student. Raney has always had a soft spot for those willing to help the less fortunate. “I have a heart for mission work and feel that as doctors and future doctors we have a global responsibility to help those less fortunate than us,” said Raney. “I hope that I have the opportunity to get involved with this over the next four years and am excited that this opportunity is available to the students.” Experiences like these do not happen very often so when students hear that they can travel to help others while gaining knowledge, they jump at the opportunity. “I definitely plan on traveling to Honduras,” said Raney. “It’s a heart warming experience to help those less fortunate than you. It’s easy to take for granted how easy it is for each of us to simply call and make an eye appointment. In low income countries, most blindness is preventable with the simple use of glasses. It’s pretty incredible to be a part of helping someone see for the first time. That’s why my class mates and I decided to begin the journey to become an Optometrist in the first place.” For more information, email [email protected].
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K2, Bath Salts cause harmful side effects
AsMA ZIyADA
TNE WRITER K2, also known as Spice, is a synthetic-compound made from cannabinoid that has recently topped the charts for young adults and teens to be used to “get high.” Bath Salts are the other drug favored by many around the nation. Bath Salts contain chemical compounds that act as stimulants. The herbal blends of K2, mixed with synthetic materials are made to copy the effects apparent in marijuana. “It is a trend on the rise,” said Brad Robertson, Public Information Officer at Tahlequah City Police Department. “We just treat it like any other drug. It is something that alters your mind and body and people need to be aware of the dangers of such chemicals.” According to a previous press release by the NSU Campus Police Department, the side effects of Spice have been found to be extremely dangerous. Users may experience anxiety attacks, extreme paranoia, hallucinations and thoughts of suicide. “I wish people would pay attention to what is in these drugs,” said Kassandra Hardin, Tahlequah resident. “It’s hospitalized two of my friends, almost a third.” It was noted in the press release by Campus Police that these drugs are powerful and mood altering. The effects produced by Bath Salts and K2 are similar to cocaine and methamphetamine. Both products are addictive and can lead to seizures, muscle spasms, uncontrollable shakes and sometimes in extreme cases, death. “This stuff is horrible,” said Hardin. “It kills kids, gets them addicted. They can easily over“We do not know the longterm effects of these drugs,” said Robertson. “It is a favored trend of unknown effects and it is creating problems for the users and those around them.” According to a release by ABC news, synthetic cannabinoids have tested at least five to 45 times more potent than some of the strongest marijuana. “Just because it says ‘legal’ on the package doesn’t mean it’s good for you,” said Hardin. “In fact, it is terrible for you. People need to really think before placing such chemicals in their bodies. These synthetic cannabinoids have been associated with impaired driving incidents, attempted suicides, respiratory complications, aggression, mood swings and altered perception. “There is no difference between smoking K2 or eating laundry soap. Both are chemicals and not supposed to be in your body.” For more information, email [email protected].
Courtesy Photo K2 and Bath Salts are two drugs rapidly rising in popularity , with equally increasing harmful side effects. Both drugs are used to “get high” but come with a high price. they can cause seizures, muscle spasms, uncontrollable shakes and sometimes even death.
dose no matter how much or how often they smoke/use it.” According to ABC news, the Drug Enforcement Administration has placed an emergency ban on a handful of the chemicals used to make Spice, but there are hundreds more chemicals readily available for. The chemical compound was originally created in 1995 for experimental purposes in the lab of Clemson University researcher John W. Huffman, PhD. “The original law was placed to outlaw that specific chemical compound in K2 or Spice,” said Robertson. “What we know about what is out on the streets right now is, the combination of chemicals produced in those drugs do not contain that specific chemical compound.” Agitation, profuse sweating, pale skin and vomiting are all physical warning signs of the dangers in these drugs. With such a buzz around the
nation about these compounds, it can be expected that local law enforcement will be cracking down on posession with tickets. There is a brain-body disconnect when a person reaches a certain point of usage. At the point where the brainbody disconnect beings is the point where a user will experience seizures and lack of pain response. “Personally, I don’t think any chemical synthetically made can replace marijuana and its effects,” said Hardin. “Spice and K2 should be illegal, with penalties as harsh as the ones used on crack and heroin.” The difference between these drugs and marijuana is the K2/ Spice is synthetically and chemically made. On the other hand, marijuana is an organic plant. There are many teens and young adults who choose not to smoke marijuana, therefore they turn to the “legal” fake stuff.
All the while not realizing the chemical harm they are doing to their body.
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KEvIN sCRAppER
TNE WRITER Oklahoma has more shoreline than the Atlantic and Gulf coasts combined. Though mention of the word “Oklahoma” may conjure a vision of a funnel cloud, maybe a stream or lake would be more appropriate. With more than one million surface acres of water, it is nice for the community to know that steps are being taken to protect and improve waterways. Jeri Fleming, Program Manager for the Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Water Programs at Oklahoma State University, will be leading a project to improve the water quality and safety of Tahlequah’s streams. “The project will address the eroding banks in the city parks by re-sloping the banks, planting native trees and grasses and will use natural materials in the stream to direct the flow away from the bank to reduce the stress,” Fleming said. “We will use logs and rocks to redirect the flow and develop riffles and pools to help slow the flow of the water.” With the reintroduction of native trees and other improvements, the result should be very aesthetically pleasing. Aesthetics, however, are not the major concern with the streams. “The driving force behind the project is to improve the water quality in the Illinois River Watershed,” Fleming said. “Since the Illinois River is used as a drinking water supply, any improvement done to the system reduces the cost of treating the water.” Fleming brings to light many environmental issues that most people probably would not consider, but issues that may concern everyday citizens aren’t lost on her either. Greg Holbird/TNE “In regard to safety Renovation on local waterways is necessary for the communities to issues, often when a continue using them regularly. At Town Branch Creek and Sequoyah Park stream bank is erod- children frequently use the streams to cool off during the gruling heat of ing, it will erode from the Oklahoma summer months. the bottom up,” Fleming said. “You can step on the Griffin and his family visit Se- shade trees and the stream.” edge of what you think is a stable quoyah Park regularly and enjoy When advised on the plans to bank and it could crumble under- the natural features just as much improve the stream and park, neath you.” as the manmade attractions. Gann voiced her approval. She Jay Griffin, a Tahlequah resi“The kids like to play on the was even more excited to hear dent, agrees with Fleming’s state- jungle gyms and the swings,” that the project managers would ment regarding safety. Griffin said. “They also really like be taking a more natural ap“I’d like to see it a little safer to play in the creek.” proach and not just pouring slabs around the tree roots and stuff The Griffins and other Tahle- of concrete. like that,” Griffin said. “If I’ve quah residents have several parks “We have a farm,” Gann said. got my daughter running down from which to choose, all located “We nurture the native plants that through there and she’s not relatively close to one another. are there and help more grow. We watching, that’s going to be a haz- But Sequoyah Park, one of which grow organically and don’t use ard.” is targeted for improvements, is any chemicals.” the favorite of the Griffins. Although Gann, no longer a “We like this park because it Tahlequah resident, may have a has more shade and better equip- Hulbert address, she believes in ment,” Griffin said. “The kids the city of Tahlequah and its pocan sit and play without getting tential. burned.” “I think we’ve got potential Sharing the cooled jungle gym here to rival anything honestly,” with the Griffins were the chil- Gann said. “If we can pull it todren of Julie Gann, local park en- gether, that is.” thusiast and organic farmer. Citizens will not actually get a “The kids enjoy the jungle chance to assist with the improvegyms,” Gann said. “We like this ments, due to the nature of the particular park because of the project. Most of the work being
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Improvement projects planned for local waterways
done will require contractors with employees that are specially trained in natural stream restoration work. The community can help in other ways. Blue Thumb, for example, is a water pollution education program that uses volunteers to monitor streams, screen groundwater, and educate the public about pollution prevention. “Most of our volunteers are involved in stream monitoring,” said Cheryl Cheadle, Oklahoma Conservation Commission Water Quality Blue Thumb Coordinator. “Volunteers attend a two-day training and this prepares them for chemical monitoring of a site and introduces them to stream ecology, watersheds, field collections, stream life and more.” Blue Thumb offers training and equipment to help students or the general public. The purpose that drives volunteers may vary, but Cheadle and Blue Thumb do not hold a preference. “Sometimes teachers want science students to get the feel of what an environmental career is like. Sometimes home school parents want to cash on the great equipment Blue Thumb loans out,” Cheadle said. “. Some people monitor because they want to do something positive for the environment and collecting and reporting data is a great thing to do.” Some of Tahlequah’s residence are already active with the group and have been for some time. “Some volunteers have been at work in Tahlequah for nearly 15 years,” Cheadle said. “Even NSU students in the Science for Elementary Educators class monitor Tahlequah Creek/Town Branch.” For additional information, email Kevin Scrapper at [email protected].
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NSU art auction to benefit student
CHELsEA MILLER
TNE WRITER Learning the importance of breat health is important for many reasons. According to www.5.koman. org, Many women do not learn much about breast health unless they breastfeed or have a problem that needs medical attention. Becoming familiar with breast and how the breasts function can help one understand the normal changes that occur during their lifetime. Breast cancer is a type of cancer where cells in the breast divide and grow without normal control. Tumors in the breast tend to grow slowly and by the time a lump is large enough to feel, it may have been growing for as long as 10 years. However, some tumors are aggressive and grow much more rapidly, Nancy Crandall, a 28-year-old NSU art student, was diagnosed with breast cancer on March 12. With medical expenses Nancy is a being expensive the NSU senior double Art society hosted an majoring in art auction benefitting Fine Arts and Nancy Crandall and her Graphic Defamily. sign. “The art auction was “In the beheld on June 1,” said ginning of Crandall. “The auction spring term, was to help raise money around Febfor me and my husband ruary, I found as we are both college a large lump students. We are typion my right breast and I Courtesy Photo cally fine on our budget procrastinated Art student Nancy Crandall was diagnosed with but when doctors apgoing to the breast cancer on March 12. Last week the art depart- pointments are in Tulsa, doctor,” said ment held a silent art auction to benefit her medical surgeries, medications, co-pays, diet for chemoC r a n d a l l . bills. “I finally went to the doctor on for 12 rounds and then will stop therapy and more the expenses March 7 and this is where the one of the last drugs and contin- pile up fast.” The Art Department and ofdoctor did a biopsy on my lump ue with the other one every three and was not happy about the weeks for a year. All a very com- ficers created the Art auction to relieve stresses and pressures on plicated, but necessary process. shape of the lump.” Crandall said she started chemotherapy on May 14 where they are administering two different drugs every other week for four rounds. They then will switch those drugs with two more drugs the Crandall family. “Thirty one pieces of art were donated by faculty, adjuncts, students and local artist in the Tahlequah community,” said Lance Hunter, Professor of NSU Art Department. The art included original paintings, watercolors, pastels, prints, ceramics, glass and sculpture. “The majority of the work was purchased at the auction and the proceeds went to Nancy Crandall to help with her medical expenses,” said Hunter. The NSU students and faculty strive to be supportive of each other and help when help is needed. The Nancy Crandall story shows the support the NSU community has for one another. For more information, email [email protected].
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DEREK DANDRIDgE
TNE WRITER Now 30 years in the making, three shows and one stage are set for this summer’s performances. The “Stars in the Summer” presented by the NSU College of Liberal Arts and the Sequoyah Institute will perform “Downtown Country Classics” , “River City Classics” and the “Stars in the Summer Celebration,” an anniversary show for 30 seasons of the series. The “Stars in the Summer” performances start June 14 through August 4 at the NSU Playhouse. “We’re very proud of the longstanding tradition of our summer series in the Tahlequah community,” said Amber Cowan, managing director for the Stars in the Summer series, in a press release. “Thirty years is a quite a feat for this type of series and we’re excited to celebrate this summer with the songs our audiences have loved spanning the past three decades.” Kicking off Friday nights at 7:30 p.m. the “Downtown Country Classics” takes to the stage with hits from traditional country. The “River City Classics” performs songs from the ‘50s and ‘60s that begins every Saturday at 2 p.m. “Stars in the Summer Celebration” revisits the unforgettable
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Stars in the Summer celebrates 30 years
Courtesy Photo The cast of the “Stars in the Summer” rehearse a dance number for the upcoming summer performance. This year marks their 30th anniversary and rehersal has been in full swing for weeks in preparations for a set of successful summer shows.
hits of the past three decades that viewers will enjoy and can reminisce with the songs that define the generations. This once in a
lifetime show is Thursday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. The director of the 2012 “Stars in the Summer” is Dr. Robyn Pursley, assistant professor of theater, who has been involved with the summer series since 1999. “The summer series is a great opportunity for our students to get professional stage experience and also to provide quality entertainment for our community and regional tourists,” said Pursley according to a press release. “I’m excited for our audiences to experience the intimate feel that the Playhouse provides as it is one of
my favorite spaces to direct in.” The “Stars in the Summer” cast and crew stay busy with four shows every week but the outcome is something that they must strive for. “There has been a lot of work going into it,” said Randall Skidmore, Union senior and technical crew member. “Most of the cast and crew run from 9 to 6 but so far it’s been awesome working with very talented NSU students.” The cast and technical team are not the only ones who are excited for the start of the series to
come to a start. “It’s definitely a show that I want to go and see,” said Shelby Wilson, Sapulpa junior. “I’ve seen posters around town and heard from some friends that it is a great show.” Ticket prices will be $12 for adults, NSU alumni and employees $10, seniors 60-over and groups of 12 or more $8, NSU students and children $6. An early bird discount of $1 is awarded on all tickets booked for June performances. For more information, email [email protected].
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Football coaches to teach upcoming youth camps
RoBERT pINIoN
TNE WRITER NSU football kicks off the summer with youth camps. The coaches create a fun and safe environment for children to learn and play football, The 2012 Kenny Evans Elementary Football Camp begins this week where boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of each position on the field. They will learn to play without pads so they will understand the position instead of being distracted by all the gear. It is a lot of fun for everyone involved, which is what the coaches want to encourage the most. Having fun will bring a positive attitude when it comes to playing the game. Steve Patterson, NSU Co-Defensive Coordination Coach, will be taking part in the camp but will also be there as a parent. His son will be participating in this year’s camp. “I want him to have fun,” said Patterson. He agreed that having fun is important to building discipline, attitude, and effort. “We probably have more fun as coaches watching the kids,” said Kenny Evans, NSU Head Football Coach. Along with having fun, the camp is a great way to learn the important skills and fundamentals of football early in life. Logan Cawyer, a graduate coaching assistant, used to participate in Kenny Evans’s football camps before he coached here. “You get to learn some of their philosophies that you don’t get from high school,” said Cawyer. The skills the coaches are teaching are the same ones they practice with the RiverHawks team. It is an even greater advantage to learn the skills this early. “You can become a better
Courtesy Photo NSU football youth camps will be lead by football coach Kenny Evans will be teaching the Elementary Footvall Camp beginning this week with the other camps will be taught by NSU football coaches including Steve Patterson. There are two sessions of camps each costing $50 or $80 for both sessions.
player today by learning the fundamentals and techniques,” said Patterson. It is also a way to learn some skills that are important in building good attitudes. “We want to incorporate the fundamentals of the game, addressing adversity on the field and in life, and sportsmanship,” said Mike Barela, offensive line coach. Learning a good attitude and having good sportsmanship can help in football or in everyday social contact. One good attribute about the camp is that it brings young children to NSU fairly early and they get to see what Riverhawk football is like. “Along with football, it exposes them to Northeastern for the first time,” said Evans.
It is a good way to begin putting the idea of college and college football into the minds of a younger generation. Children come to one camp and then another one until they can be recruited to the NSU Football team. “Over the 4 years I’ve been here there have been 15 players that were identified from our camps,” said Evans. It gives the children a chance to see NSU and offers an opportunity for campus exposure. “A lot end up coming back to watch games,” said Evans. This creates a fan base for NSU and rouses more hopeful candidates for future teams. This camp has been running for the past for years. “We will continue to do so as long as there is an interest for it,”
said Barela. It is fun and the children get to learn the fundamentals, sportsmanship, good attitudes, discipline and hard work. This camp is also a great way to expose the children to college. Camp will hold two sessions. The first will be June 13-15 and the second will be from June 18
-20. Each day will start at 8:30am and end at 11:30am. The cost is $50 per camper for each session or $80 per camper for both sessions. It will be held behind Doc Wadley Stadium in the bubble room. For more information email [email protected]
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Major renovations under way on UC
ELIZABETH WHITE
TNE WRITER The fences are up and the road has been blocked as construction takes its place once again on the NSU Tahlequah campus. Work began May 14, 2012 on the University Center Market Café Renovation, but long before that plans were being made for the new and improved eatery. “We are heavily involved in the construction and the plans from the start,” said David Wilcox, Sodexo General Manager. “We presented things to our Sodexo’s student board of directors to help us generate ideas. We would basically show ideas to the group and they gave feedback. The Sodexo’s student board of directors has representatives of students from each class and a proper ratio of residents and commuters to make sure we have people using our facilities to coach us to what students are looking for. Students have really helped us from the idea standpoint. ” The student board of directors of Sodexo has given the students an opportunity to make their voice heard in this project and in their services on campus. “The project itself is being done in stages,” said Wilcox “We’re starting with the outside patio and a couple of serving venues that are going to be out there on the corners. We need to do those first because in the next stage we will be attacking the indoor serving and redoing that. It’s not a simple project and it can take time to be done. If we’re going to shut down the venue where we serve most students, we need something else to serve them out of. So those two units out there will be done by the time we continued on page 2
Greg Holbird/TNE As construction on the UC picks up pace, students have much to look forward to with the expansion of the Market Café. Consturction is to be finished by fall break this year.
Award-winning author set to conduct writer’s workshop
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TNE WRITER Few people can claim the title of professional storyteller, even less can claim they have won multiple awards for such a feat. Native American author Joseph Bruchac lives near the town of Greenfield Center, N.Y., in the same home his maternal grandparents raised him. With so much history in the area it comes as no surprise that most of his stories are the tales of the Adirondacks and native population of the Northeastern Woodlands. His extensive and versatile educational background boasts a B.A. from Cornell University, a M.A. in Literature and Creative Writing from Syracuse and a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from the Union Institute. In addition to his success as an author he also worked eight years directing a program for Skidmore College, based inside of a maximum-security prison. Working alongside his late wife Carol, he founded the Greenfield Review Literary Center, a nonprofit and charitable organization offering individuals of all ages a unique hands-on learning approach focusing on Native American understandings and Adirondack Culture. This is the first year the writer’s workshop has been held on the NSU Tahlequah campus and brings with it many opportunities. Bruchac has been featured in over 500 publications, including the “Smithsonian Magazine,” as well as authoring over 120 books for both children and adults. His works range from a series of poems, picture books, novels, a collection of children’s plays, a historical novel and an autobiography. He has received over a dozen awards for his work, including the “Cherokee Nation Prose Award,” and the “American Book Award for Breaking Silence.” NSU’s “Project I’m Ready!” with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), will be sponsoring both an author’s workshop and storytelling program featuring Bruchac’s storytelling, Native American Music, a discussion of his works, as well as a Q&A session. The project hopes to attract an audience of diverse ages and backgrounds. “Project I’m Ready!” aims to provide culturally diverse education and resources for librarians working with the Native American students continued on page 2
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continued from page 1 start tearing up the inside venues.” The Market Café remodel is one of many projects Wilcox has had a hand in since taking on his position with Sodexo in 2007. “Once we get the Market Café done, then we will have redone all of the food venues here,” said Wilcox. The remodeling project will undoubtedly be a gem and an asset on NSU’s ever-growing Tahlequah campus. “The reason for the renovation is to increase the variety of food options for students on campus as well as add additional seating to the Market Cafe’ venue as a whole,” said Jon Asbill, Interim Director for Capital Projects and Planning. “Our goal is to create a comfortable and highly functional space that attracts students to the venue.” Functionality in the new space will be emphasized with the extra dining options and seating areas, which will be highly welcomed. “The remodel includes the addition of the two kitchen venues, Tuscan Grill and American Bistro Grill, and an addition of 92 seats by enclosing the existing north patio and another 104 seats by constructing a new exterior patio,” said Asbill. The construction visible on campus this summer is the product of a lot of research and countless hours of preparation. “Planning and design has been under way since summer of 2011,” said Asbill. “We anticipate the project to be complete by fall break 2012 with a projected overall cost of $1.5 million.” Even though a monetary cost can be put on the project, the actual value of the project is immeasurable. “The UC market café project is a great recruiting tool with future students, as the UC is a central focal point during our campus tours,” said Matthew Eaton, High School and College Relations Representative. The expansion is something to be noted by future students as an example of NSU’s evolving campus environment. Eaton said each representative has their own different route they take for the tours, but all have made adjustments to detour the construction so that the noise won’t be an issue. The representatives tell the potential students the building is expanding, and students seem to be excited about the changes being made to the campus. Future generations of NSU students will be enjoying these renovations for many years to come, which is a value well worth the price of the noisy construction It’s not just the incoming students who have noticed the new construction though, students taking summer classes on campus are taking note as well. “There’s always some construction on campus it seems like, so I
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guess I’m used to it by now,” says Katie Belcher, Poteau senior. “I’m looking forward to this one being finished though so I’ll have somewhere new to eat on campus.” Belcher is a commuter and has to grab her lunch on campus like many other students. “It will be nice to be able to take my lunch outside to eat, too,” says Belcher. “It’s always nice to have some more options.” For more information, email white25@ nsuok.edu.
continued from page 1 in high poverty rural areas of Oklahoma. Each year the education department arranges an author’s workshop for students. This year they chose Bruchac not only for the workshop experience for students, but also felt the international best-selling native storyteller would also be a great fit for the project’s goal of creating an accessible and diverse cultural platform for all. Associate professor Dr. Barbara Ray said Bruchac was an obvious choice to come back to Oklahoma. She said he was the 2003 winner of the Oklahoma-based Sequoyah book award for “Skeleton Man.” “We are hoping to provide a fantastic example of native storytelling for all cultures and backgrounds and to share the rich cultural heritage we are surrounded by,” said Stephanie Christodoulou of Project I’m Ready!. “It is also a fun way to experience native stories for those with eager ears, and those who wish to write.” Ray said she hopes to continue his presence in Oklahoma classrooms. “It speaks well of NSU hosting Joseph Bruchac for a writing seminar and workshop,” said
Courtesy Photo Joseph Bruchac will be a perfect fit for a culturally diverse platform at the writer’s workshop this year. This year is the first that the writer’s workshop will be held on NSU’s Tahlequah campus.
Chad Smith, former chief of The Cherokee Nation, a partner of the “I’m Ready!” project. The Author’s Workshop will be from 6:30-9:00 p.m., June 15, in the Webb Auditorium located on the Tahlequah Campus. “One of the greatest ways to mature is to take what is inside your mind and heart and articulate it in writing. You grow by the process and others benefits from the sharing. Mr. Bruchac’s lead-
ership in writing will encourage all those attending his sessions to enjoy the art and necessity to communication.” The Storytelling Program will take place from 1:30-3:00 p.m., June 16, in the NSU Broken Arrow Auditorium. Both sessions are free to the public and open for anyone to attend. For more information, email [email protected]
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NSU takes steps to join elite OCTP group
sHANE DEvERs
TNE WRITER NSU is on the verge of joining a very elite group. The group consists of five collegiate institutions that are preparing the next line of teachers for their work with the upcoming youth. The Oklahoma Commission for Teacher Preparation strives to make sure teachers are ready in these urban and international jobs. Adding to the list with Northeastern is Cameron University, Central Oklahoma, Science and Arts of Oklahoma and Oklahoma City. Although NSU is only one of five schools in Oklahoma, the state is one of 12 that has been doing such preparations. In a recent press release, Dr. Allyson Watson, assistant professor of Education said, “Oklahoma teacher preparation programs are extensive, and NSU is one of the institutions selected to begin the critical dialogue regarding teacher preparation and collaboration across the state’s school districts.” The urban reform program that is held at NSU professes young teachers and introduces the candidates to the urban school settings. The goal of the alliance is to develop partnerships between the P-12 and the higher education, develop more effective state policies, research, and strong clinical preparation so teachers are prepared for a diverse student population. “The research is clear – one does not become an effective teacher by sitting in a lecture hall,” said Linda Reid, the executive director of OCTP in a recent press release. Striving to increase the use of performance assessment, the alliance hopes to ensure that these teachers have the knowledge and skills for today’s classrooms. OCTP is also responsible for providing training and assistance on accreditations and monitoring changes in program quality. “We want to move more of teacher preparation from the college campus to the P-12 classroom,” said Reid. Students are even putting in their opinions about NSU joining the cause. “I like that NSU is joining this alliance, because if the state I’m coming from is in it then I should could have ties to teaching in other states,” said Ashton Adams education major. Adams would like to teach at a big school like Jenks and hopes the OCTP would help her achieve that goal. Oklahoma is taking a step in the right direction for the youth of this country by joining these other 11 states. These states include California, Colorado, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Alabama, Kentucky, New York, Ohio, Oregon and Tennessee. For questions about the OTCP and what it’s next step is, visit otcp.com. Meetings are the second Thursday of every month given there are not any conflicting legal holidays. For more information, email [email protected]
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NSUPD gains breathalyzer
ELIZABETH gIBsoN
TNE WRITER With summer in full swing, students are heading to the river and having fun. Drunk driving effects not the only the people involved, but the friends, family and loved ones of the victims. The counseling department has teamed up with NSUPD to bring the Intoxilyzer S-D5. The Intoxilyzer S-D5 is a new breathalyzer campus police are using to keep drunk drivers off the road. The Intoxilyzer D-S5 comes with new technology to help police keep drivers from driving while under the influence of alcohol. According to the Intoxilyzer brochure, the new breathalyzer is unaffected by acetone, methane, food, and any other particles that are normally found in the human breath. Students should drive safely knowing that they are being protected. “I’m just glad they are trying to stay current. With technology advancing, it’s important to know what is out there,” said Miranda Carmichael, Muskogee junior. DUI laws are becoming stricter as time goes by. Laws like the Erin Swezey Act, focus primarily on multiple offenders. “I like knowing that they are using new breathalyzers to help keep drunk drivers off the roads,” said Cassandra Hardin, Keys senior. According to www.lifesaver. com, the law also strongly supports the use of IIDs or ignition interlock devices. These devices are programmed to detect the level of alcohol present in the person’s body before the vehicle will be able to be turned on. With the new breathalyzers on campus, parents should rest easy knowing that their children are being protected while they are on NSU campuses. “Even though my baby is still in diapers, its still good know that I can drive safely with him and not worry too much about the drunk drivers,” said Hardin. For more information, email [email protected].
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Franchise makes wrong choice, Thunder capitalize
On June 28, 2007 the Portland Trailblazers of the NBA made a decision that will forever change the way we look at sports in the state of Oklahoma. Portland selected Greg Oden of Ohio State as the first pick in the 2007 NBA draft. That year, the Seattle Supersonics received the second pick. Do you know who they chose? Kevin Durant, a skinny 6’9 freshman from the University of Texas. Since 2007, Greg Oden has played a total of 81 games in five seasons. Kevin Durant on the other hand, was named Rookie of the Year, has won three consecutive scoring titles, and is leading the hometown Oklahoma City Thunder into the NBA finals in hopes of winning the franchise’s first NBA championship. In their inaugural season in Oklahoma City, the Thunder finished the year (23-59) one of the worst records in the league. The next season, OKC experienced one of the best turnarounds in NBA history, finishing the regular season (50-32) and taking the eventual champion Los Angeles Lakers to six games before losing in the Western Conference Semifinals. That year Kevin Durant won his first scoring title averaging 30 points per game. Flash forward to this year, it is now coming up on 5 years since the 2007 draft. The Thunder ran through the regular season, finishing just behind San Antonio for the best record in the West. They swept last year’s champion, the Dallas Mavericks. Then made it look easy at times against Kobe Bryant and the Lakers, beating them (4-1). Going down (0-2) in the Western Conference Finals, the Thunder made a quick turnaround, beating the San Antonio Spurs four straight games to advance to the NBA Finals. Meanwhile, Greg Oden announced a few weeks ago that he plans on missing the 2012-2013 NBA season to rehab from knee surgery. That pick changed everything in Oklahoma. There is no telling what the Thunder would be like had the Trailblazers not decided to take Greg Oden with the first pick. One thing is for sure, the city would not be the same. The run the Thunder are on is something this state has never seen before. Walking into a sports bar or a
Courtesy Photo In 2007, the Portland Trailblazers selected Greg Oden with the first pick in the draft. The second pick that year was Kevin Durant, who has led the hometown Thunder into the Finals.
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friend’s house and knowing that everyone is rooting for the same team is something that just does not happen in Oklahoma. All we have had to root for in the past was college sports, and those seem to have every house divided. Having a successful professional team in Oklahoma is something that everyone can and should be proud of. Kevin Durant is the catalyst to what is being considered a young dynasty in Oklahoma City. That word, “dynasty” it does not get thrown around too often in the NBA. With other young stars in Russell Westbrook, James Harden, and Serge Ibaka, the future looks to be a long and bright
one for Oklahoma City. The Thunder begin the Finals at home Tuesday June 12 at 8:00 p.m. They will be playing the Miami Heat who are led by LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. The Heat are seeking to redeem themselves from last season, when they lost to Dallas in the Finals. One thing is for sure, this will be a great series, two very talented teams with plenty of star power all across the floor. Just think, there is no possible way Oklahoma City would be where they are today had the picks went differently in 2007. I think it is fair to say, “Thanks Portland we owe you one.”
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Summer camps offer fun for children of all ages
CHELsEA MILLER
TNE WRITER NSU offers fun and adventurous summer camps for children all ages. This summer there will be 12 different camps during the months of June and July. The camps include storytelling, art adventures, digital photography, CSI, pastry wars, theatre and movies, sculpture art, kayaking, iron-chef, movie making, broadcast and survival camp. Each camp lasts for one week from 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. and Friday’s are field trip day. “This year will be my first year leading a camp and I will be leading the art adventure camp for children ages four through eight,” said Amber Cowan, summer camp instructor. The art adventure camp will give children the opportunity for a hands-on experience. “I believe the summer camps give kids the opportunity for interaction with other kids there age and even older,” said Cowan. Cowan said the art adventure camp will be very hands-on and will combine the use of visual art and performing arts. During the camp, multiple areas of the NSU campus will be used. “One thing I am doing with this camp is partnering up with the digital photography camp that is taking place the same week,” said Cowan. Partnering with other camps will give children more of an opportunity to interact and meet the students in the other camps. “This year is the first year for a kayaking camp and I am the instructor for it,” said Dana BorenBoar, Summer Camp Director. “This camp is for kids ages 10 and up and this was the first camp to fill up.” Tahlequah shows a demand for outside activities for children and
Courtesy Photo This year marks the fourth year for Centennial Summer Camps, with this year offering more than ever before. There are two cooking camps where there was only one last year, there is a camp for younger children and there is also a kayaking camp which has been a highlight of Summer Camps 2012.
these summer camps give children activities to do while they are out of school. “As for my kayaking camp, I hope to get kids to create a love for the river and respect for the river, so as they get older they can keep having that respect because it truly is such a beautiful place,” said Boren-Boar. Boren-Boer said kayaking camp is full but next year they hope to expand this camp so more children can participate and they also hope to create a hiking camp. “I think all of the camps of course are fun but they all offer something different and can appeal to all kids of all ages,” said Boren-Boar. The summer camps give students out of school for the summer a chance to interact with other children and participate in
camps that teach great skills. The camps offer a wide variety of activities that girls and boys of all ages can enjoy. These camps are not all full and it is not too late to register. For more information about the camps and registration forms go to, www.nsunews.com.
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TNE WRITER Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, Small Event, Big Event, Service Sundays and service learning are all examples of community service that Northeastern State University provides. One thing the average college student may not be aware of is NSU even expands to other countries as well. The College of Optometry will be traveling to Honduras, Central America this summer. Every year, students from the college travel to help volunteer their time and services to the community. “This is actually my first time being outside of the United States,” said Cassie Adams, Olathe, KS third year optometry student. “I’m more excited than nervous. The nerves probably won’t sink in until the plane ride down there.” The participants in the trip are
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College of Optometry to volunteer in Honduras
Greg Holbird/TNE James Thirion, fourth year clinician, preforms an eye exam on a patient in the NSUOCO office. The NSUOCO team has a trip to Honduras planned July 28 through August 4 to help provide those less fortunate with proper eye care.
excited about what they will gain while volunteering. “Obviously I will get a ton of experience doing eye exams but I also hope to come back with a
more open mind and a greater appreciation of the opportunities that have been given to me,” said Adams. There are a few students who have been to Honduras before with Students Volunteering Optometric Services to Humanity. “This is my second time to go to Honduras. Last year I went as a SVOSH member,” said Megan Kirkpatrick, Tulsa fourth year optometry student. There will be plenty to do for the community of Honduras in such a short amount of time, but those going are still excited. Megan, who is the current SVOSH president, is excited about going back to Honduras. “While we were there last year, we had a clinic 8am to 5pm for four days and we saw over one thousand patients. We handed out sunglasses, prescription glasses and eye drops, made referrals to people for surgeries amongst other things,” said Kirkpatrick. “It was an awesome opportunity to be able to bring a service that
I am trained in to a country in need.” The optometry students will learn a lot while in Honduras. “The main things I would like to gain are knowledge and experience. We will get to see a lot of eye diseases and conditions in Honduras that we do not see as often in the United States,” said Courtney Bloodgood, Spring Hill, KS third year optometry student. Volunteering and helping out the people of Honduras is one of the the main focal points of the students while learning everything they can from their experienc on the trip. “My expectations for the trip are to help as many people as we are able and to learn as much as possible in the short time we are there,” said Bloodgood. The trip to Honduras will occur July 28 through August 4. There will be 17 optometry students, two doctors and one resident of Honduras who will accompany them on thier trip to
Central America. These individuals are leaving a legacy for the younger optometry students, giving them the opportunity to see the importance of being a public servant only adding to their value as a accomplished professional. “I think it’s wonderful that NSUOCO has the opportunity to help those in need. It’s a great example of servant leadership and it makes me proud to be an incoming student into NSU’s Optometry College,” said Jordyn Raney, Jay first year optometry student. Raney has always had a soft spot for those willing to help the less fortunate. “I have a heart for mission work and feel that as doctors and future doctors we have a global responsibility to help those less fortunate than us,” said Raney. “I hope that I have the opportunity to get involved with this over the next four years and am excited that this opportunity is available to the students.” Experiences like these do not happen very often so when students hear that they can travel to help others while gaining knowledge, they jump at the opportunity. “I definitely plan on traveling to Honduras,” said Raney. “It’s a heart warming experience to help those less fortunate than you. It’s easy to take for granted how easy it is for each of us to simply call and make an eye appointment. In low income countries, most blindness is preventable with the simple use of glasses. It’s pretty incredible to be a part of helping someone see for the first time. That’s why my class mates and I decided to begin the journey to become an Optometrist in the first place.” For more information, email [email protected].
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K2, Bath Salts cause harmful side effects
AsMA ZIyADA
TNE WRITER K2, also known as Spice, is a synthetic-compound made from cannabinoid that has recently topped the charts for young adults and teens to be used to “get high.” Bath Salts are the other drug favored by many around the nation. Bath Salts contain chemical compounds that act as stimulants. The herbal blends of K2, mixed with synthetic materials are made to copy the effects apparent in marijuana. “It is a trend on the rise,” said Brad Robertson, Public Information Officer at Tahlequah City Police Department. “We just treat it like any other drug. It is something that alters your mind and body and people need to be aware of the dangers of such chemicals.” According to a previous press release by the NSU Campus Police Department, the side effects of Spice have been found to be extremely dangerous. Users may experience anxiety attacks, extreme paranoia, hallucinations and thoughts of suicide. “I wish people would pay attention to what is in these drugs,” said Kassandra Hardin, Tahlequah resident. “It’s hospitalized two of my friends, almost a third.” It was noted in the press release by Campus Police that these drugs are powerful and mood altering. The effects produced by Bath Salts and K2 are similar to cocaine and methamphetamine. Both products are addictive and can lead to seizures, muscle spasms, uncontrollable shakes and sometimes in extreme cases, death. “This stuff is horrible,” said Hardin. “It kills kids, gets them addicted. They can easily over“We do not know the longterm effects of these drugs,” said Robertson. “It is a favored trend of unknown effects and it is creating problems for the users and those around them.” According to a release by ABC news, synthetic cannabinoids have tested at least five to 45 times more potent than some of the strongest marijuana. “Just because it says ‘legal’ on the package doesn’t mean it’s good for you,” said Hardin. “In fact, it is terrible for you. People need to really think before placing such chemicals in their bodies. These synthetic cannabinoids have been associated with impaired driving incidents, attempted suicides, respiratory complications, aggression, mood swings and altered perception. “There is no difference between smoking K2 or eating laundry soap. Both are chemicals and not supposed to be in your body.” For more information, email [email protected].
Courtesy Photo K2 and Bath Salts are two drugs rapidly rising in popularity , with equally increasing harmful side effects. Both drugs are used to “get high” but come with a high price. they can cause seizures, muscle spasms, uncontrollable shakes and sometimes even death.
dose no matter how much or how often they smoke/use it.” According to ABC news, the Drug Enforcement Administration has placed an emergency ban on a handful of the chemicals used to make Spice, but there are hundreds more chemicals readily available for. The chemical compound was originally created in 1995 for experimental purposes in the lab of Clemson University researcher John W. Huffman, PhD. “The original law was placed to outlaw that specific chemical compound in K2 or Spice,” said Robertson. “What we know about what is out on the streets right now is, the combination of chemicals produced in those drugs do not contain that specific chemical compound.” Agitation, profuse sweating, pale skin and vomiting are all physical warning signs of the dangers in these drugs. With such a buzz around the
nation about these compounds, it can be expected that local law enforcement will be cracking down on posession with tickets. There is a brain-body disconnect when a person reaches a certain point of usage. At the point where the brainbody disconnect beings is the point where a user will experience seizures and lack of pain response. “Personally, I don’t think any chemical synthetically made can replace marijuana and its effects,” said Hardin. “Spice and K2 should be illegal, with penalties as harsh as the ones used on crack and heroin.” The difference between these drugs and marijuana is the K2/ Spice is synthetically and chemically made. On the other hand, marijuana is an organic plant. There are many teens and young adults who choose not to smoke marijuana, therefore they turn to the “legal” fake stuff.
All the while not realizing the chemical harm they are doing to their body.
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KEvIN sCRAppER
TNE WRITER Oklahoma has more shoreline than the Atlantic and Gulf coasts combined. Though mention of the word “Oklahoma” may conjure a vision of a funnel cloud, maybe a stream or lake would be more appropriate. With more than one million surface acres of water, it is nice for the community to know that steps are being taken to protect and improve waterways. Jeri Fleming, Program Manager for the Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Water Programs at Oklahoma State University, will be leading a project to improve the water quality and safety of Tahlequah’s streams. “The project will address the eroding banks in the city parks by re-sloping the banks, planting native trees and grasses and will use natural materials in the stream to direct the flow away from the bank to reduce the stress,” Fleming said. “We will use logs and rocks to redirect the flow and develop riffles and pools to help slow the flow of the water.” With the reintroduction of native trees and other improvements, the result should be very aesthetically pleasing. Aesthetics, however, are not the major concern with the streams. “The driving force behind the project is to improve the water quality in the Illinois River Watershed,” Fleming said. “Since the Illinois River is used as a drinking water supply, any improvement done to the system reduces the cost of treating the water.” Fleming brings to light many environmental issues that most people probably would not consider, but issues that may concern everyday citizens aren’t lost on her either. Greg Holbird/TNE “In regard to safety Renovation on local waterways is necessary for the communities to issues, often when a continue using them regularly. At Town Branch Creek and Sequoyah Park stream bank is erod- children frequently use the streams to cool off during the gruling heat of ing, it will erode from the Oklahoma summer months. the bottom up,” Fleming said. “You can step on the Griffin and his family visit Se- shade trees and the stream.” edge of what you think is a stable quoyah Park regularly and enjoy When advised on the plans to bank and it could crumble under- the natural features just as much improve the stream and park, neath you.” as the manmade attractions. Gann voiced her approval. She Jay Griffin, a Tahlequah resi“The kids like to play on the was even more excited to hear dent, agrees with Fleming’s state- jungle gyms and the swings,” that the project managers would ment regarding safety. Griffin said. “They also really like be taking a more natural ap“I’d like to see it a little safer to play in the creek.” proach and not just pouring slabs around the tree roots and stuff The Griffins and other Tahle- of concrete. like that,” Griffin said. “If I’ve quah residents have several parks “We have a farm,” Gann said. got my daughter running down from which to choose, all located “We nurture the native plants that through there and she’s not relatively close to one another. are there and help more grow. We watching, that’s going to be a haz- But Sequoyah Park, one of which grow organically and don’t use ard.” is targeted for improvements, is any chemicals.” the favorite of the Griffins. Although Gann, no longer a “We like this park because it Tahlequah resident, may have a has more shade and better equip- Hulbert address, she believes in ment,” Griffin said. “The kids the city of Tahlequah and its pocan sit and play without getting tential. burned.” “I think we’ve got potential Sharing the cooled jungle gym here to rival anything honestly,” with the Griffins were the chil- Gann said. “If we can pull it todren of Julie Gann, local park en- gether, that is.” thusiast and organic farmer. Citizens will not actually get a “The kids enjoy the jungle chance to assist with the improvegyms,” Gann said. “We like this ments, due to the nature of the particular park because of the project. Most of the work being
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done will require contractors with employees that are specially trained in natural stream restoration work. The community can help in other ways. Blue Thumb, for example, is a water pollution education program that uses volunteers to monitor streams, screen groundwater, and educate the public about pollution prevention. “Most of our volunteers are involved in stream monitoring,” said Cheryl Cheadle, Oklahoma Conservation Commission Water Quality Blue Thumb Coordinator. “Volunteers attend a two-day training and this prepares them for chemical monitoring of a site and introduces them to stream ecology, watersheds, field collections, stream life and more.” Blue Thumb offers training and equipment to help students or the general public. The purpose that drives volunteers may vary, but Cheadle and Blue Thumb do not hold a preference. “Sometimes teachers want science students to get the feel of what an environmental career is like. Sometimes home school parents want to cash on the great equipment Blue Thumb loans out,” Cheadle said. “. Some people monitor because they want to do something positive for the environment and collecting and reporting data is a great thing to do.” Some of Tahlequah’s residence are already active with the group and have been for some time. “Some volunteers have been at work in Tahlequah for nearly 15 years,” Cheadle said. “Even NSU students in the Science for Elementary Educators class monitor Tahlequah Creek/Town Branch.” For additional information, email Kevin Scrapper at [email protected].
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NSU art auction to benefit student
CHELsEA MILLER
TNE WRITER Learning the importance of breat health is important for many reasons. According to www.5.koman. org, Many women do not learn much about breast health unless they breastfeed or have a problem that needs medical attention. Becoming familiar with breast and how the breasts function can help one understand the normal changes that occur during their lifetime. Breast cancer is a type of cancer where cells in the breast divide and grow without normal control. Tumors in the breast tend to grow slowly and by the time a lump is large enough to feel, it may have been growing for as long as 10 years. However, some tumors are aggressive and grow much more rapidly, Nancy Crandall, a 28-year-old NSU art student, was diagnosed with breast cancer on March 12. With medical expenses Nancy is a being expensive the NSU senior double Art society hosted an majoring in art auction benefitting Fine Arts and Nancy Crandall and her Graphic Defamily. sign. “The art auction was “In the beheld on June 1,” said ginning of Crandall. “The auction spring term, was to help raise money around Febfor me and my husband ruary, I found as we are both college a large lump students. We are typion my right breast and I Courtesy Photo cally fine on our budget procrastinated Art student Nancy Crandall was diagnosed with but when doctors apgoing to the breast cancer on March 12. Last week the art depart- pointments are in Tulsa, doctor,” said ment held a silent art auction to benefit her medical surgeries, medications, co-pays, diet for chemoC r a n d a l l . bills. “I finally went to the doctor on for 12 rounds and then will stop therapy and more the expenses March 7 and this is where the one of the last drugs and contin- pile up fast.” The Art Department and ofdoctor did a biopsy on my lump ue with the other one every three and was not happy about the weeks for a year. All a very com- ficers created the Art auction to relieve stresses and pressures on plicated, but necessary process. shape of the lump.” Crandall said she started chemotherapy on May 14 where they are administering two different drugs every other week for four rounds. They then will switch those drugs with two more drugs the Crandall family. “Thirty one pieces of art were donated by faculty, adjuncts, students and local artist in the Tahlequah community,” said Lance Hunter, Professor of NSU Art Department. The art included original paintings, watercolors, pastels, prints, ceramics, glass and sculpture. “The majority of the work was purchased at the auction and the proceeds went to Nancy Crandall to help with her medical expenses,” said Hunter. The NSU students and faculty strive to be supportive of each other and help when help is needed. The Nancy Crandall story shows the support the NSU community has for one another. For more information, email [email protected].
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DEREK DANDRIDgE
TNE WRITER Now 30 years in the making, three shows and one stage are set for this summer’s performances. The “Stars in the Summer” presented by the NSU College of Liberal Arts and the Sequoyah Institute will perform “Downtown Country Classics” , “River City Classics” and the “Stars in the Summer Celebration,” an anniversary show for 30 seasons of the series. The “Stars in the Summer” performances start June 14 through August 4 at the NSU Playhouse. “We’re very proud of the longstanding tradition of our summer series in the Tahlequah community,” said Amber Cowan, managing director for the Stars in the Summer series, in a press release. “Thirty years is a quite a feat for this type of series and we’re excited to celebrate this summer with the songs our audiences have loved spanning the past three decades.” Kicking off Friday nights at 7:30 p.m. the “Downtown Country Classics” takes to the stage with hits from traditional country. The “River City Classics” performs songs from the ‘50s and ‘60s that begins every Saturday at 2 p.m. “Stars in the Summer Celebration” revisits the unforgettable
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Stars in the Summer celebrates 30 years
Courtesy Photo The cast of the “Stars in the Summer” rehearse a dance number for the upcoming summer performance. This year marks their 30th anniversary and rehersal has been in full swing for weeks in preparations for a set of successful summer shows.
hits of the past three decades that viewers will enjoy and can reminisce with the songs that define the generations. This once in a
lifetime show is Thursday and Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. The director of the 2012 “Stars in the Summer” is Dr. Robyn Pursley, assistant professor of theater, who has been involved with the summer series since 1999. “The summer series is a great opportunity for our students to get professional stage experience and also to provide quality entertainment for our community and regional tourists,” said Pursley according to a press release. “I’m excited for our audiences to experience the intimate feel that the Playhouse provides as it is one of
my favorite spaces to direct in.” The “Stars in the Summer” cast and crew stay busy with four shows every week but the outcome is something that they must strive for. “There has been a lot of work going into it,” said Randall Skidmore, Union senior and technical crew member. “Most of the cast and crew run from 9 to 6 but so far it’s been awesome working with very talented NSU students.” The cast and technical team are not the only ones who are excited for the start of the series to
come to a start. “It’s definitely a show that I want to go and see,” said Shelby Wilson, Sapulpa junior. “I’ve seen posters around town and heard from some friends that it is a great show.” Ticket prices will be $12 for adults, NSU alumni and employees $10, seniors 60-over and groups of 12 or more $8, NSU students and children $6. An early bird discount of $1 is awarded on all tickets booked for June performances. For more information, email [email protected].
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Football coaches to teach upcoming youth camps
RoBERT pINIoN
TNE WRITER NSU football kicks off the summer with youth camps. The coaches create a fun and safe environment for children to learn and play football, The 2012 Kenny Evans Elementary Football Camp begins this week where boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of each position on the field. They will learn to play without pads so they will understand the position instead of being distracted by all the gear. It is a lot of fun for everyone involved, which is what the coaches want to encourage the most. Having fun will bring a positive attitude when it comes to playing the game. Steve Patterson, NSU Co-Defensive Coordination Coach, will be taking part in the camp but will also be there as a parent. His son will be participating in this year’s camp. “I want him to have fun,” said Patterson. He agreed that having fun is important to building discipline, attitude, and effort. “We probably have more fun as coaches watching the kids,” said Kenny Evans, NSU Head Football Coach. Along with having fun, the camp is a great way to learn the important skills and fundamentals of football early in life. Logan Cawyer, a graduate coaching assistant, used to participate in Kenny Evans’s football camps before he coached here. “You get to learn some of their philosophies that you don’t get from high school,” said Cawyer. The skills the coaches are teaching are the same ones they practice with the RiverHawks team. It is an even greater advantage to learn the skills this early. “You can become a better
Courtesy Photo NSU football youth camps will be lead by football coach Kenny Evans will be teaching the Elementary Footvall Camp beginning this week with the other camps will be taught by NSU football coaches including Steve Patterson. There are two sessions of camps each costing $50 or $80 for both sessions.
player today by learning the fundamentals and techniques,” said Patterson. It is also a way to learn some skills that are important in building good attitudes. “We want to incorporate the fundamentals of the game, addressing adversity on the field and in life, and sportsmanship,” said Mike Barela, offensive line coach. Learning a good attitude and having good sportsmanship can help in football or in everyday social contact. One good attribute about the camp is that it brings young children to NSU fairly early and they get to see what Riverhawk football is like. “Along with football, it exposes them to Northeastern for the first time,” said Evans.
It is a good way to begin putting the idea of college and college football into the minds of a younger generation. Children come to one camp and then another one until they can be recruited to the NSU Football team. “Over the 4 years I’ve been here there have been 15 players that were identified from our camps,” said Evans. It gives the children a chance to see NSU and offers an opportunity for campus exposure. “A lot end up coming back to watch games,” said Evans. This creates a fan base for NSU and rouses more hopeful candidates for future teams. This camp has been running for the past for years. “We will continue to do so as long as there is an interest for it,”
said Barela. It is fun and the children get to learn the fundamentals, sportsmanship, good attitudes, discipline and hard work. This camp is also a great way to expose the children to college. Camp will hold two sessions. The first will be June 13-15 and the second will be from June 18
-20. Each day will start at 8:30am and end at 11:30am. The cost is $50 per camper for each session or $80 per camper for both sessions. It will be held behind Doc Wadley Stadium in the bubble room. For more information email [email protected]
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