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Letter From the EditorsDear Readers,

Hello, we are so happy to have you flipping through the pages of the new and improved Hoot for the third time this year. We hope this issue will inspire you to have a fantastic February and March. Whether you choose to celebrate the upcoming holidays and events or if you take a stand on something you are passionate about; we would be proud to say that our magazine has inspired you to do so. If you have done anything “Hoot” worthy lately, be sure to send us an email or let us know in person. We love to showcase William Woods and all of the students, faculty and staff that grace this campus.

Alaina Leverenz and Emily Rogers

Hoot Magazine Staffthehootmagazinewwu@gmail.com

William Woods UniversityFulton, MO 65251

www.facebook.com/thehootmagazine

The Hoot would like to thankDr. Steve Huenneke and Bob Elliott, Faculty Advisers

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What’s trending?

Spring at the WoodsMardi Gras is known for music, parades, floats and excitement. While it’s known as a big holiday in New Orleans, local celebrations can be found. Celebrators are known to wear costumes and/or dress in purple, green, and gold. On Mardi Gras day in New Orleans, “non-essential” businesses are shut down because of the celebration. It is beneficial to bring a large bag with one if celebrating so one can haul away all the beads and trinkets they catch during the many parades.

Each year on February 14th, lovestruck individuals can exchange cards, candy, gifts, jewelry, or beautiful flowers with their “valentine.” The day of romance we call Valentine’s Day dates back to the fifth century and is named for a Christian martyr. Valentine’s Day is also known as the Feast of Saint Valentine. It is celebrated in many countries around the world, but it is not considered a holiday in most.

Panama City Beach, Florida became the spring break hub in early 1990s. It is said that this is because Ft. Lauderdale and Daytona Beach created restrictive measures to discourage college students from visiting during spring break. The locals in Panama City Beach welcome over 200,000 Spring Breakers every year. The Spring Break crowd is a major factor in the city’s economy.

Saint Patrick’s Day has come to be associated with everything Irish: anything green and gold, shamrocks, and luck. Legend has it that Saint Patrick used the three-leaved shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity to Irish pagans. It is easy to show your Irish pride by wearing green clothing or accessories. Some places even go so far as to dye rivers or streams completely green for the holiday!

#ValentinesDay #MardiGras #StPatricksDay #SpringBreak2K15

February may not be known as one of the most magical months of the year, but that doesn’t mean the students of William Woods University can’t think of something to hoot about! While many trekked back to campus through snow and ice, others flew in from sunny weather and 75 degrees. What is it about the month of February that hasstudents talking?

“My favorite part of February is Groundhog Day,” said senior T.J. Green. “It is the last holiday that has really stayed true to what it’s really about.” Green was asked if he watches Groundhog Day on TV. He said: “Yes, every year. It’s a timeless classic.”

Junior Jodi Peacock explained, “My favorite part of February is…well the fact that it is so short.” Peacock said she was really looking forward to the warmer weather for golf season and to work on her fabulous sock tan.

Freshman Sara Stevenson said she was most excited for her birthday in the month of February. “It’s the best part of the

year,” she stated. “I also really like snow because of snow days! I really love getting to play in the snow, especially with my friends who have never experienced it before. I also really love coffee and tons of hot chocolate.”

Freshman Mark Martin modestly described his favorite part of the month. “I really love getting Valentine’s cards from my many girlfriends and suitors,” said Martin. Martin was asked if he shops for all of his girlfriends. He replied, he did “only if they are a keeper.”

February can be a more exciting month than you think, starting with Groundhog Day, then leading to Valentine’s Day, President’s Day and Mardi Gras. There are many chances for celebration during this short month. February can bring out the best in some students at William Woods, though it may get others, like Mark, in trouble.

Meanwhile, senior Hayley Bowler shared her feelings about the month of February. She asked: “Is it springbreak yet?”

Students Discuss Their Favorite Part of February

By Kristen Bauer ‘15

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1. What does someone mean when they say they are going for a hack?• When talking about sports, I know hacking is whenever

you hit somebody’s arm while they’re in the process of shooting in basketball so I’d assume that it would be hit-ting of some sort. Maybe hitting the horse with a whip?

• They are going to jump something.• When they have something in their throat and they just

have to get it out! 4. How do you cross tie a horse?• Wrap their feet with cloth or something. Is that the

stuff on their legs that makes it looks like they are wearing socks?

• Does it have something to do with wrapping them up so they can’t move?

• Tie its back feet to its front feet so it can’t move.

5. What is racking?• Causing pain for the horse.• Cleaning poop out of a horses stall.• Sounds like posting.

2. What is a hackamore?• Honestly, I just keep thinking Macklemore.• When you put hay in the stall.• It is a type of pony.

3. Why would you pull a horse’s mane?• To make it stop or get its attention.• To help get the tangles out.• Because their mane is less sensitive so they can’t feel it

when it is pulled on.

We asked students who do not consider themselves to beequestrians about common “horsey” terms and phrases...

Did You Say?!What

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8. What is the differencebetween a running and astanding martingale?• One is used when the horse needs to run and the other

is for when they go slow.• The looseness of the rein.• You leave one on in the stall and use the other when you

want to ride.

Answer Key1. “Going for a hack” is a term used by riders to describe going on a trail ride or riding a horse in the arena without jumping, and usually without formal instruction.

2. A hackamore is a bitless bridle.

3. You would pull a horse’s mane using a special comb to thin, shorten, or shape it, often in preparation for a show.

4. You would cross tie a horse by putting on their halter and attaching a rope with clips to either side of the halter. This is a common practice when grooming and tacking a horse as it effectively immobolizes the animal.

5. Racking is a gait in which the horse moves two legs on the same side of its body at once. It is a fast, smooth gait used in the Saddleseat discipline.

6. The chestnut is found on the inside of the leg above the knee on the front legs, and below the hock on the hind legs. The chestnut is thought to be a vestigial toe or scent gland!

7. A Swedish oxer is a jump with the poles slanting in oppo-site directions, so they appear to form an “X” shape when looked at head on.

8. A standing martingale has a single strap that is attached to the girth and connects to the back of the noseband. The run-ning martingale consists of a strap attached to the girth that passes between the horse’s front legs before dividing into two pieces. At the end of each of these straps is a small metal ring through which the reins pass. (A running martingale is shown in the above picture).

6. Where is the chestnut onthe horse?• Its heart!• Pretty sure it is the color of the horse. But it could be on

their face.• Probably on the chest because that’s part of the word.

7. What does a Swedish oxer look like?• When you say Swedish I think of chocolate and oxer

sounds like oxen. So...a chocolate cow.• A fat horse.• I know that’s a jump...a jump shaped like Sweden?

Did You Say?!

Story by Emily Rogers ‘16 and Alaina Leverenz ‘16Photographs by Horse & Harmony, horseforum.com,

Wikipedia, and Old Mill Saddlery

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The sixth annual William Woods University Courtwarming is quickly approaching. It is scheduled

from Feb. 17-21.

“Courtwarming is a relatively new tradition at William Woods,” said junior Student Alumni Council (SAC) representative Dakota Smith. “All of the great institutions out there are founded on tradition. I believe that Courtwarming is a strong tradition in the making for the Woods. It is gaining strength and bringing the community closer every year.”

Courtwarming was an event created by Student Alumni Council six years ago to help build a sense of community among athletics, and of course to have fun.

Junior SAC representative Alyssa McManus said, “It’s important that we have Courtwarming to get our school to bond over one thing, the basketball teams! Showing our school spirit is great and when you go to the Courtwarming events you may meet people younormally wouldn’t!”

MAY THE ODDS BE EVER IN YOUR

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Now that the tradition has started, SAC tries to keep everyone excited with unique themes. Last year’s theme was “America” and the year before that it was “Love of the Game.” This year’s theme will be “Courtwarming Games.”

How does Student Alumni Council come up with these ideas anyways?

“The theme came from the recent release of the third movie in the Hunger Games trilogy Mockingjay! We wanted

to pick a theme that everyone could identify with,” said Dakota Smith, “Courtwarming gave us the opportunity to give all of our students that chance to become a part of the intense environment that is Courtwarming.”

A SPARK COULD BE ENOUGH TO

SET THEM ABLAZE

“We really just thought of what’s popular for the students and that was one of the ideas. The more we thought about all the cool things we could do with it, the more excited we got!” said Alyssa McManus.

But can this year’s theme and events top last year’s?

“Last year’s American theme was quite swell. I really enjoyed the creativity and patriotism of that theme. This year we hope to create a feel that captures the competitive spirit of the Owls community. This year will be more fierce and fiery,” said Smith.

McManus added, “Last year’s theme was awesome, because who doesn’t love America? But this year, I think there are so many more options and that more people will be pumped to see how we make it work.”

MAKE SURE THEY REMEMBER YOU

Courtwarming is not just about the people who put it on, but the people who play the game.

“My favorite part of Courtwarming is seeing the gym packed with both students and other Owls basketball fans,”

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said junior men’s basketball team member Cameron Baker, “Basketball players, like many other athletes, perform at a higher caliber when there is a crowd behind them cheering them on and helping them stay hyped.”

Students in attendance of the game are encouraged to wear t-shirts designed by the junior SAC class representatives. These are black shirts that feature our very own mocking jay, the athletics owl!

“I am most excited about the t-shirts and the involvement of the 13 “districts” across campus!” said Dakota Smith.

In the Hunger Games trilogy, there are 13 districts. This will be recreated on campus by using residence halls, the Student Life office as the Capitol.

There will be fun participation, spirit and LEAD events through the week, but the biggest attractions are the pep rally and the game.

“My favorite part of Courtwarming is the pep rally where everyone plays random games and there are so many opportunities to win prizes,” said McManus.

Senior women’s basketball team member Blake French added, “The pep rally the night before really gets the students involved and gets a better attendance duringthe game.”

“My favorite part of Courtwarming is when it’s time for the actual basketball games. When the whole fan-ship is wearing their matching t-shirts as the Owls catch fire on the court!” said Smith.

I’M NOT ALLOWED TO BET, BUT

IF I COULD I’D BET ON THE

WOODS!

“I hope the turnout for this year’s games is high. I think I speak for everyone when I say we love to see the gym packed every game,” said Cameron Baker.

French concurred, “I hope we can get a lot of students to support at both games because it is a conference game and we could use a lot of support to help get a win.”

The student body should be ready and excited to provide support at the basketball games.

“Momentum is a crucial part of competitive sports. When we are playing at home it can be a huge momentum builder when you know that you have your fans behind you know matter what,” said Baker.

Story by Alaina Leverenz ‘16

Ice SkatingHand holding and hot chocolate might be the easiest and most fun way to your date’s heart. Feeling awkward while trying to stay upright, and geting used to the feeling of gliding on the ice will make this activity an unforgettable experi-ence. Everyone needs some goofy romance in his or her life. If the plan to stay on your feet doesn’t work out, don’t worry; you probably won’t be sore until morning. If it’s a fairly new relationship that ungraceful tumble may be just what was needed to “break the ice.”

Dinner for TwoIf you want to cook dinner, remember, your partner doesn’t care what you make. He or she just appreciates the effort. Use your imagination. There are many easy recipes online that make it look like you spent hours in the kitchen. Set a table for two, play some music, and leave the cleanup until morning. Just enjoy being together and everyone can feel like a million bucks.

Hit the TrailsThere are plenty of fun hiking trails around Fulton and in Columbia or Jefferson City. If a light walk is what you’re looking for, Stinson Creek Trail is right here in town. It is a lovely way to get some fresh air and enjoy the day. For those of you who like more challenging trails, check out Gans Creek or Grindstone (in Co-lumbia) for a fun adventure that’s sure to bring you together. Hiking is definitely better when the weather is nice, but if you choose to brave the cold make sure to

Sappy Movie NightIt is the sappiest holiday of them all; therefore, it’s only fitting that it be celebrated with a sappy movie marathon. Share a bowl of popcorn and “pop” in a movie that you’ve been dying to see or an old classic. This may be the one night a year when your partner will watch three films of your favorite genre in a row, without complaints…don’t waste the occasion.

Romantic RepeatThis is probably the easiest date idea of them all, well, unless your first date was as elaborate as sky diving or bungee jumping. It’s this simple. What did you do on your very first date? Repeat it. If you don’t remember, then this is probably not the date for you. Revisit one through four on the list.

Story by Andrea Garcia ‘15

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History of theWoods

Do you ever wonder about the history behindWilliam Woods?

Our campus hasn’t always been the four-year university it is today. Years ago, it began as a school for orphans.

William Woods’ educational mission began in 1870 in the aftermath of the Civil War. The Christian Church of Missouri founded a school for girls who had been orphaned by the conflict. The Female Orphan School of the Christian Church of Missouri moved to Fulton in the late 19th century and then grew to include other young women in addition to war orphans. However, funding became a problem.

The orphan school was briefly known as Daughters College until 1900 when a successful Missouri entrepreneur named Dr. William Stone Woods saved the school. Dr. Woods and his wife wrote a check that redeemed the school’s entire debt. In gratitude, the school was named after him.

Uniform caps and gowns were first instituted in1904.

In 1907, Dulany Auditorium was built. Mrs. D.M. Dulany helped fund construction of the building in memory of her husband. The stained glass portrait windows are of D.M. Dulany, W.H. Dulany and Benjamin L. Locke.

William Woods became a college in 1914.

In 1908, the first college yearbook, Cap and Gown,was published.

William Woods College purchased a home in 1917 (originally built in 1910 by Willard Watson) for his bride. The home is now dedicated as the Myldred Fox Fairchild Alumni House in 1986.

In 1921, William Woods College consisted of 60 acres and nine buildings plus the heating plant and the president’s home. Enrollment was more than 250. Currently, the Woods has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,002. The campus

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Woods

Story by Alaina Leverenz ‘16

size is 178 acres.The first Homecoming for alumnae was in 1928; later changed to Alumnae Day. We now host alumni weekend every year in April.

During the 1936 Olympics in Berlin, a William Woods College student named Helen Stephens competed and won two gold medals.

The first issue of The Green Owl student newspaper was published in 1937. The names of the publication have changed over the years, leading to The Hoot magazine that you are currently reading.

In 1948, a concrete bridge was constructed over Senior Lake. It was previously built with wood, and only went halfway across the lake to an island. It was rebuilt in concrete because Westminster students burned the wooden bridge as a prank on numerous occasions.

Tragically, on Nov. 12 1956, a fire destroyed Jones Hall, which was built in 1890. It contained student housing, a dining room, kitchen and infirmary, as well as classrooms. Jones Hall was consumed by fire, but was rebuilt by 1958.

In 1958, North, Center and South residence halls open. They are later renamed Smith, Allen and Swearingen, or the Complex.

In 1962, William Woods became a four-year college.

The first baccalaureate class graduated from the Woodsin 1964.

In 1970, the McNutt Campus Center opened, named for Amy Shelton “Momma Mac” McNutt.

The Woods grew to encompass more liberal arts and other elements of higher education. Since then, the Woods has experienced growth as an internationally recognized equestrian program. WWU offered the nation’s first baccalaureate in equestrian science in 1972.

William Woods entered intercollegiate sports in 1974. Early sports included basketball, softball, track, tennis and swimming.

Making a change in 1983 from a tradition dating from 1923, the cutting of the ivy chain took place after the seniors had crossed over Senior Lake. The Woods still upholds this tradition today.

In 1990, Dr. Jahnae H. Barnett was named the first female president of William Woods. This year marks her 25th year in office.

Within two years, WWU began to offer graduate-level degree programs and went co-educational. The name was then changed from William Woods College to William Woods University.

The old “William Woods College” sign was turned into a table by a professor for Dr. Barnett.

The LEAD grant program began in 2000.

Today, William Woods has undergraduate and graduate programs on campus, off campus, and online; has earned dozens of athletic titles; and has instituted fraternities to complement sororities.

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The weekend was packed with events and programming sessions, but there was still time to have fun and make new friendships.

One of the events WWU students found most memorable was the Affiliate Lunch. “It’s a luncheon that separates tables by the organization they belong to. I was able to eat lunch with about 40 Delta Gammas from across the country. During this time together students share ideas and stories that relate to your own organization. It also gave me the opportunity to understand their involvement on campus and bring those ideas back for our students and faculty to utilize,” said junior Lissy Wedell, the WWU Panhellenic vice president of standards and administration.

Along with the daily keynote speakers, students attended sessions of their choice that pertained to their executive positions or personal interests.

“During one of my sessions the speaker was talking about getting out of your comfort zone,” said Leverenz, Panhellenic vice president of recruitment and marketing. “Then he proceeded to put on a blond wig and cheerleading uniform and lip sync to ‘Mickey.’ It was at the end of a very long day and I couldn’t help but laugh and really just enjoy the moment.”

There was plenty of fun to go along with the new knowledge our representatives took away fromthe weekend.

The 2015 Association of Fraternal Leadership and Values Conference was held in Indianapolis, Indiana from

January 29 through February 1. William Woods University was represented by a group of students. Those students learned more about Greek life, and how to improve the Greek community on campus. Around 3,000 Greek students attended the informative weekend conference.

The students that were chosen to represent WWU are members of the Interfraternal and Panhellenic council. These councils are the governing councils of fraternity and sorority life on campus.

“The trip started off on an interesting foot when we tried to get on the wrong bus at Kingdom City!” said junior Alaina Leverenz. “We were meeting up with two buses coming from Kansas City on their way to the conference as well, we were so excited to leave we tried on to hop on the first bus that arrived. It just so happened to be a group of high school band students.”

The students from WWU who went to Indianapolis not only saved money by sharing a bus with students from other universities – they also made connections before they even arrived at the conference. The group arrived in Indianapolis that cold Thursday feeling excitement and anticipation. After checking in at the hotel, they were able to enjoy a dinner out with fraternity and sorority students from Westminster College.

Association of Fraternal Leadership and Values Conference

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“I learned a lot about the National Panhellenic Conference and the different programs and facets that College Panhellenic Councils can offer to the campus community,” said Joanie Ryan, Panhellenic president. “I better understand my role as Panhellenic President after going to sessions and talking to other students who serve on their college councils.”

Timmy Buehne, Interfraternal council (IFC) president, said he left the weekend feeling inspired. “My favorite part of the conference was one of the morning key note speakers, David Stollman. He talked about the general image that Greeks have and what we can do to change it. The information really hit me hard because of the bad general stereotypes of Greeks. It was also good to know that there are things that we can do on this campus to better our image and let people know what Greek life is truly about.”

Cody Vandelicht also took away some inspiration. Vandelicht is in charge of IFC recruitment. “It was an awesome time. Going to all the sessions was great and I was able to bring back leadership, recruitment, and fundraising ideas,” Vandelicht said. When asked if he had anything else to add, he exclaimed, “I can’t wait togo back!” Nothing but positive comments were heard from the students that represented the Woods at the conference. Junior Lauren Yelton said, “The experience was amazing! The overall atmosphere at the conference was so vibrant. Almost 3,000 Greek students from different fraternities and sororities were all meeting to work together to better their community in a positive manner. Everyone was ecstatic to be meeting these wonderful and inspirational speakers, and listening to ways that students everywhere can improve themselves as leaders.” Sophomore Steve Merriott concurred with the life changing experience, “I made so many friendships and connections that I know will last for a long time. I can only hope that I also left impressions on them as well.”

Story by Kristen Bauer ‘15

On Sept. 19, 2014 President Barrack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden launched the “It’s On Us”

initiative. This is a campaign to raise awareness and prevent a problem on college campuses -- sexual assault.

It’s On Us asks everyone to step off the sidelines and be part of the solution. William Woods University has been doing many things to ensure the campus is actively playing this role.

In the fall semester, Venita Mitchell, dean of student life, sponsored a LEAD event titled NOT Anymore. This is an online event that provides video with information about sexual assault prevention. She has repeated the event for the new students of the spring semester to take part inand learn.

The Center for Student Involvement has also taken action toward prevention with O.W.L.S. program. O.W.L.S. stands for Others Who Look Out For Safety.

Junior Sadie Herrick said, “I think that these campaigns are fantastic simply because of the fact that they get people talking and understanding that they are not alone.”

68% of sexual assaults are not reported to police.

So what is the Woods doing about this?

The two largest advancements in preventing sexual assault on this campus are the O.W.L.S. campaign and the NOT Anymore LEAD event series.

Victims of sexual assault are 26 times more likely to abuse drugs.

O.W.L.S.

This is William Woods University’s bystander prevention program. The program centers on providing resources and information to the student body on bystander issues.

“Some of the programming focuses on sexual assault but also issues involving bullying, high-risk behavior and common public awareness,” said Shannon Garcia, graduate

assistant for the Center of Student Involvement. “We would love to have students involved in this peerintervention effort.”

This semester, the Center of Student Involvement has promoted the O.W.L.S. program by adorning walls on buildings all over campus with posters that include familiar and famous faces.The poster campaign is called NO MORE -- a public awareness and engagement campaign that helps start conversation about ending domestic violence and sexual assault.

Garcia explained, “These posters, which contain the signature NO MORE blue symbol, can be found all across campus. The NO MORE organization enlisted famous celebrities to be the face of the campaign. The posters are an effort to break social stigma and normalize the conversation around domestic violence and sexual assault.”

About 3% of American men — or 1 in 33 — have experienced an attempted or

completed rape in their lifetime.

The O.W.L.S. logo is attached to LEAD events and other campaigns throughout the year that discuss bystander intervention. Those who are interested in facilitating programming as a LEAD event that covers bystander issues can utilize O.W.L.S. as a marketing and information based resource on campus.

Interested students should contact Shannon Garcia in the Center for Student Involvement. More information on the campaign is at http://nomore.org/

Victims of sexual assault are 6 times more likely to suffer from post-traumatic

stress disorder.

NOT Anymore

The NOT Anymore campaign is sponsored by Student Life at William Woods. NOT Anymore is designed to help foster a safe campus environment. It is an online program that provides information on preventing sexual assault and interpersonal violence on campus. After the completion of this course, students will have a better understanding of

It's On UsStory by Alaina Leverenz ‘16

ways to prevent and how to report dating and domestic violence, sexual harassment and sexual assault. In addition, information on consent and bystander intervention is covered.

98% of rapists will never spend a day in jail or prison.

“There are several reasons for the NOT Anymore event. I believe one reason students choose to attend William Woods is because we offer a safe and supportive small community for living and learning,” said Mitchell. “We need to be sure we deliver on that. Educating students about ways to be safe and help keep their friends safe is important. The NOT Anymore program covers a lot of topics relevant to today’s college student from bystander intervention to sexual assault prevention.”

This particular program allowed William Woods to connect campus policies and resources to the course.

1 out of every 6 American women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape

in her lifetime.

“This is another way we can ensure our students know where to find our policies and support information. Outside of the good practice of education, we also have some federal mandates that we are educating our incoming students on these topics. This is why you see the event

posted again this semester it is there as an opportunity for our new January students,” said Mitchell. So, how does WWU go about preventing sexual assault on campus?

Education is the key.

“The starting point is policies that let students know what is not acceptable in our community. We follow that up with education through the online course, training of staff and student leaders, and educational programs for all students,” said Mitchell.

In 1 in 3 sexual assaults, the perpetrator was intoxicated — 30% with alcohol,

4% with drugs.

Mitchell also shed some light on O.W.L.S.

“The new posters are a continuation of a bystander intervention awareness we started a few semesters ago. They are timely now in that students are also seeing similar ads on television. We would love to see students more involved as peer leaders on the issues.”

The campus’ sexual misconduct policy is provided in hard copy to new students during orientation. An abbreviated version is in the Student Handbook and the full copy is available to all students online.

Recently, Mitchell has reformatted a handbook on the sexual misconduct policy. She did this to ensure that William Woods is following the best practices for the campus community. “Last spring, the United States Department of Education released a new Questions and Answer document on Title IX and Sexual Violence. We used that information to guide the updates to our policy. In addition to Title IX we have to follow the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Violence Against Woman Act. The process is complex, but the bottom line is we want a safe environment for all our students,” said Mitchell.

Victims of sexual assault are 3 times more likely to suffer from depression.

So, are students getting involved in this?

Sadie Herrick is a student who has a real passion for the subject.

“Sexual assault is a huge problem on college campuses and for so long has been extremely overlooked,” said Herrick. “I’m so proud to be a part of a generation and a university that is taking a stand, stopping the victim blaming, and beginning to make progress on this issue.”

38% of rapists are a friend or acquaintance.

Students not only recognize the problem but also take action themselves.

Victims of sexual assault are 13 times more likely to abuse alcohol.

“I try my best in helping to prevent sexual assault. I think that the first step is awareness. I let my peers know that if they feel uncomfortable in a situation then it isn’t right. I also am aware of the services on our campus, and encourage students to use those,” said Herrick. “Through my sorority, Alpha Chi Omega, I am able to volunteer and raise awareness for our local domestic violence shelter, CARD-V.”

Junior Diana Lee said, “Once you realize that you have the power to prevent someone from being assaulted, there is nothing that should stop you from doing so. You could be the difference!”

17.7 million American women have been victims of attempted or completed rape.

Senior Jaryd Kalvans said, “Since William Woods had shed light on this area, I am much more aware of what to keep an eye out for.”

William Woods has also allowed students to learn more about the topics in an off campus situation.

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“I, along with Alaina Leverenz, also was able to represent William Woods University at a discussion with Claire McCaskill about sexual assault on college campuses. Here I was able to share ideas and learn about this very important topic,” said Herrick.

Herrick and I attended this event with Dr. Venita Mitchell, Kathy Groves, Joren Trimble and Sally Bohlinger. Groves is William Woods’ Title IX coordinator; Trimble and Bohlinger are area coordinators.

Victims of sexual assault are 4 times more likely to contemplate suicide.

I personally had a really positive experience and outcome from this event. I was able to speak my mind to McCaskill about how I felt the largest problem with sexual assault was that the victims did not want to come forward. After speaking my mind, I was quoted in two Missouri newspapers. I then went on to write an editorial for the local paper, the Fulton Sun.

Herrick said, “If you’re a bystander, do something. You could make the world of difference in someone’s live. Be

empathetic, help the victim understand that she/he is not alone, and offer resources. You can help even just by letting the victim know that the sexual assault isn’t their fault.”

Approximately 2/3 of assaults are committed by someone known to the victim.

But it’s not all about the bystanders.

“If you’re a victim, get help. You don’t have to do it alone. Get in contact with the counselor on campus, reach out to a professor, or tell a friend. Nothing is too minuscule or not worth making a big deal out of if you are hurting from it. Your mental and physical health is the most important things,” said Herrick.

43% of rapes occur between 6:00pm and midnight.

It’s on us! William Woods and its students are taking action in preventing sexual assault on college campuses. There is more than enough support and aid available to those in need and for those who want to help out.

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Itsonus.org lets anyone take the pledge to prevent sexual assault. There are many videos and other resources. Including these tips:

1. Talk to your friends honestly and openly about sexual assault.

2. Don’t just be a bystander, if you see something intervene in any way you can.

3. Trust your gut, if it looks like something might be a bad situation it probably is.

4. Get someone to help you if you see something – enlist a friend, CA, bartender or host to help step in.

5. Keep an eye on someone who has had too much to drink.

6. If you see someone who is too intoxicated to consent, enlist their friends to help them leave for safety.

7. Recognize the potential danger of someone who talks about planning to target another person at a party.

8. Be aware if someone is deliberately trying to intoxicate, isolate or corner someone else.

9. Get in the way by creating a distraction, drawing attention to the situation or separating them.

10. Understand if someone does not or cannot consent, it is rape.

11. Never blame the victim.

Student Website Advancement Team, better known as SWAT, is a creative and dynamic student-managed

business operated by a select group of students at William Woods University.

SWAT provides many services – including web design, usability testing and training/documentation. Members of SWAT work with clients to create, revise, and update websites as well as operate a usability-testing lab.

SWAT’s goal is to create websites for businesses, nonprofits and individuals. SWAT also strives to increase the quality and efficiency of client’s existing websites.

SWAT also offers training, domain transfer, site transfer, database backup and restoration, editing for existing websites, and other special services.

“I like being in SWAT because it gives me real world experience, awesome co-workers, and the ability to work with clients on websites either in the design phase, or the usability testing phase,” said Abby Baker, a junior at WWU.

Junior Alison Godar said she enjoys the customer interaction the best.

“I get to interact with customers, attend staff meetings and meet deadlines in an environment that promotes creativity,” said Godar. “We do several things for clients: build sites, test sites, and provide training to keep sites updated. As far as improving skills, it lets me learn how to interact with clients professionally as well as work in a team setting.”

One of the new SWAT members, freshman Jeremy Bene said, “I like being in SWAT because it’s a fun organization run by students who are in the same department as I am.”

SWAT is producing and enhancing websites every day, and their clientele may be more familiar than you think. Previous and current clients include: Kingdom Projects Inc., the Art House, Show Me Innovation, Cedar Creek Farms, and Atlas Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine.

Baker said, “We give our clients the ability to put their ideas and information into websites and then make sure their target market is actually able to use the site.

Senior Cruz Buchanan discussed SWAT’s affordability. “We provide high quality websites and teamwork for a very low price compared to the actual industry.”

It’s not just for the clients, but for the real world skillsas well.

Buchanan feels that his SWAT experience will help him

“Being in SWAT is improving my skills because it gives me the

opportunity to use what I learn in the classroom and put it to

everyday use.”

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stand out in the workforce.

“SWAT adds another key skill to my business resume. Being able to say that you have Web development skills can separate you from a pack in a job interview situation,” said Buchanan. “Working with paying clients improves your communication skills, accountability and professional mindset.”

“I feel like it’s really preparing me for my career,” said Godar. “I plan on being a web designer, so SWAT makes perfect sense for me! Instead of just learning what professional life is going to be, I’m living it.”

“Being in SWAT is improving my skills because it gives me the opportunity to use what I learn in the classroom and put it to everyday use,” said Baker.

Sophomore Crystal Collins concurred. “My computer and Web design skills have improved tremendously since I’ve been on SWAT because I have used programs that I have never used in the past or I’ve had to create something for a website that I’ve never done before; for example an e-commerce type of site,” said Collins.

Bene enjoys all of the connections he is making in the management information field.

For some, it is the group of individuals that are on the team that make it more enjoyable.

“I like being in SWAT because not only am I furthering my skills and learning new things everyday, but because of the people I work with,” said Collins. “We all support and help each other. We are all connected and can have a laugh anytime we wanted. Which is great because we are such a diverse group of individuals.”

Story by Alaina Leverenz ‘16

“Being able to say that you have Web development skills can

separate you from a pack in a job interview situation.”

Other things that SWAT offers are: training, domain transfer, site transfer, database backup and restoration, editing for existing websites, and more!

SWAT, located in the Burton Business Building, is open Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for more information.

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5MBA inThe Best Kept Secret on Campus

What is it?

Who is it for?

How does it work?

Result:

What should you do?

Why would a student majoring in Equestrian, Theatre, SocialWork, Art or Legal Studies etc. want an MBA?

A dual-credit program where students can earn graduate credit during their senior year.

The MBA in 5 can save you 40 percent on your graduatetuition and 40 percent of the time to complete your MBA.

Any William Woods University student who majors in Business Administration or Accounting, or whominors in Business Administration and maintains a minimum GPA of 2.5.

It improves their marketability and can assist them in obtaining employment within their chosenindustry, if not in their chosen field.

Accounting, business majors or business minors will need to make this decision in time to have room intheir schedule for six credit hours during each of their last two semesters (whether fall/spring orspring/fall).

The 12 hours of courses are considered undergraduate hours until they graduate and begin the MBAprogram. Then the 12 hours are converted into graduate hours. This saves the student 40 percent ofgraduate tuition. They will only have six more courses to take to complete their MBA.

The last six courses (after graduation) can be taken online, so students are not tied to Fulton ormid-Missouri for an additional year.

One year after graduation with a bachelor’s degree, students can graduate AGAIN with a master’sdegree in business.

Talk to your adviserCheck out the website under Academics/BusinessSee Dr. Lee Bailey in Room 211 Burton or email lee.bailey@williamwoods.edu

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