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In This Issue
It’s Not Yo Dawg Anymore
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20 Things I Wish I
Would Have Known
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MMemes @ Stout
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A Sore Finish Has Blue
Devils Looking For More
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03 NEWS 09 ENTERTAINMENT
Branching News/Smooth Criminals .........3 While you were away | What
has changed ............................................9
Jessica Vaysberg Jamie Olson Plans to renovate dorms ..........................4
editor-in-chief production manager Memes at Stout ......................................10
[email protected] [email protected] It’s not Yo ‘ Dawg anymore ......................5
Summer Movie wrap-up ........................11
Accommodations made for
international students ...............................6
12 SPORTS
Men’s cross country team ......................12
Monika Perkerwicz Julie Randle
A sore finish has the
advertising manager chief copy editor
[email protected] [email protected] Blue Devils looking for more ..................13
07 OPINIONS
Blue Devil Scoreboard ...........................14
What I wish I had known Important Spots to fill
as a freshman in college .........................7 for the Blue Devils ..................................14
Choosing the Right Major ........................8
15 CALENDAR
Kou Yang Claire Mathiowetz
sports editor news editor Calendar of Events
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ON THE COVERIn This Issue stoutonia.com
It’s Not Yo Dawg Anymore
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20 Things I Wish I
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MMemes @ Stout
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A Sore Finish Has Blue
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Devils Looking For More
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7.6 magnitude
earthquake hits
Opening Thoughts from
Costa Rica.
the Editorial Staff
‘Idol’ star Kellie Pickler
What is your embarassing freshman memory?
shaves her head for a
friend who has cancer.
“I tripped walking up the Harvey Hall stairs and
accidentally grabbed the person’s leg in front of me on
Author Judy the way down. Then continued to hold on as he tried
Blume gets to get away.”
breast cancer. – News Editor, Claire Mathiowetz
Four U.S. Marines
“One time I was in the cafeteria and wanted some
were arrested after
chips from the sandwich station, but no one was there
allegedly assaulting a
so I just reached in with my bare hands and grabbed
gay man outside a bar
a handful. An employee saw me and gave me a mean
in southern California.
glare.”
– Entertainment Editor, Jeff Gebert
Conjoined twins
from Minnesota both “On the first day of classes, I was sitting in my room
receive their college after I was done with class relaxing. Suddenly I
degrees in education. realized I had completely forgotten I had bio and I
hadn’t gone. I never did tell my professor why I wasn’t
A seven-year-old from
there...”
Colorado survives the
– Digital Imaging Editor, Maddy Settle
bubonic plague.
“A teammate and I went on an eight-mile run for
track, and we realized that half-way through the run
that we were lost. Twelve miles later, we returned to
the fieldhouse and learned that our coaches and half
the team were out searching for us.”
Clinton speaks up for – Ad Manager, Julie Randle
Obama at the DNC.
“One day I was working on my homework on the grass
in front of the applied arts. As I opened my book a
warm wet nuisance plopped on my recently quaft hair.
As I cursed at the bird, I placed my homework on my
head to avoid any disgusted looks. Confused looks
sufficed.”
– Production Manager, Jamie Olson
“One time a friend and I tried to make deep fried
Oreos in the dorm basement... It started a grease fire
and set the fire alarms off at 4am... Everyone hated
us!”
– Entertainment Layout Designer, Kenzie Owens
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Fleming is looking stellar these days! Maddy Settle/Stoutonia
Plans to renovate dorms!
Claire Mathiowetz Calmont designs,” Griesbach said. “North Hall
News Editor will begin the following year with the initial
design work. Every year we start a new pro-
This fall brings new beginnings: new stu- cess, and once we’re into it, we usually have
dents coming to the University of Wisconsin – three different processes and stages going on
Stout, new classes being taken, and new places at the same time.”
for people to live. This semester, Fleming Hall The renovations will be in many areas of the
opened after being closed for renovations last resident halls and include all new plumming,
spring, and University Housing also has other bathrooms, carpet, furniture, wiring, heating
new ideas in mind for its residents. and ventilation. They also plan to update the
So far, University Housing has renovated air conditioning in McCalmont.
Hovlid and Fleming Halls, but that is not all “We’re pretty much completely renovating
they have in store. These two resident halls them, gutting them and stripping everything
are just the beginning of a project that Uni- out of the building,” Griesbach said. “Once
versity Housing is starting to implement. we do McCalmont and North, we will do the
The University Housing Director Scott same thing with all of the other buildings on
Griesbach calls this a 15-year “master plan” South Campus.”
for University Housing. Even though the resident halls date back
Three years into the plan, the next step is to many decades, University Housing finds it
renovate McCalmont and North Halls. Each much more sustainable to renovate the dorms,
resident hall itself is part of its own three-year instead of just tearing them down.
plan. The first year consists of the initial de- “It is much more efficient to remodel than
signs for the building, the second year is made to tear them down and build completely new
up of a more intense design and the third year buildings,” Griesbach said. “Fleming and Hov-
is the actual renovation. This plan was made lid speak for themselves: they are beautiful
after the remodel of Hovlid, so Fleming is ac- buildings and are much more energy efficient
tually the first hall of the 15-year plan that has and sustainable.”
been completed. Each of the halls are expected The renovations of the resident halls are paid
to be renovated, and the plan should be com- for through the fees that students pay for Uni-
pleted by 2025. versity Housing. They are not paid for by any
“This fall we’re jumping into the Mc- tax-payer dollars.
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I t ’ s n o t Claire Mathiowetz due to the location. The space used to be a
News Editor restaurant called Yo’ Dawg, and was reno-
vated to include a full kitchen, three offices,
The Ministry, which was once a part of and a game room with a pool table and a
the North Campus of the University of Wis- ping pong table.
consin – Stout, has a new location. Now “With the location being on North Cam-
on South Campus, The Ministry, which is pus, we didn’t have a lot of students drop-
a partnership between the Newman Catho- ping in,” said Christine Warloski, the Direc-
lic Students and Lutheran Campus Minis- tor of Newman. “Now we are right in the
try that serves the campus community, has heart of campus.”
moved from the blue house on 108 Third The Ministry had its ribbon cutting cer-
Ave. W. next to Subway, to a renovated emony last week and now is hosting an open
building in the Clock Tower Plaza, which is house. The open house is on Thursday, Sept.
Y o ’ D a w g right next to Harvey Hall. 6 from 6-8 p.m. The Ministry is hosting
The Ministry dates back to the 1970s games, free food and beverages. Everyone is
when the Newman Catholic Students and invited to come check out the new location,
the Lutheran Campus Ministry first became to meet others and to learn what The Minis-
partners. Each week, they host events for try is all about.
people to come and have faith-based discus- “We would like to let people know that we
a n y m o r e sions, social events and worship services. are open, and we want students to feel free
The Lutheran Campus Ministry has dinner to use the space to hang out,” said Warlos-
and discussion every Monday night, and the ki. “The building is free for students to use
Newman Catholic Students host dinner and pretty much any time we are open.”
discussion every Thursday night. As for now, the blue house is being rented
The group decided to move due to the lack out by the Ministry and will be sold later
of visibility and inability of students to visit next year.
The Ministry has a great campus location. Maddy Settle/Stoutonia
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Accommodations made for
international students
A banner of flags shows exactly how diverse we are! Maddy Settle/Stoutonia
Claire Mathiowetz needs are met. other services, such as having a space in the for worship services.
News Editor Specifically, those international students classroom of the English as a Second Lan- Starting this month, the International Office
who are Muslim have had difficulty finding guage course where Muslim students can go is starting a new program that will be useful
When people come to the University of spaces to pray and wash their hands and feet. if they need to pray. The ESL program is pro- to anyone at UW-Stout. The program is based
Wisconsin – Stout, most are from Minnesota As part of their religion, Muslims pray five vided for international students who make the around a forum once a month that discusses
or Wisconsin. Occasionally, some students times a day and cleanse their hands and feet grade requirements to attend school, but who specific topics, such as dating, and having in-
will come from Indiana or Illinois, but lately before. The International Office has recently may not know English as well. The program ternational students teach the campus commu-
more students are coming from all over the made accommodations for these students. is specifically designed to meet international nity about what life is like in their home coun-
world. This year, UW-Stout is housing more Every Friday, the International Office re- students’ needs. try. This initiative will start later next week.
than 240 international students, with possibly serves two rooms in the Price Commons from Other services include the International “This is a tremendous opportunity for the
even more on their way. 1-2 p.m. where Muslim students can go to pray. Office chartering a bus to take students UW-Stout community to be a part of our inter-
These international students come from 37 “The location has bathrooms very close by, to American attractions such as the Min- national family,” said Rost. “Not everyone gets
different countries, with the top five being so it is easy for them to do the washing,” Hong nesota State Fair and the Mall of America. to study abroad, so it is a way for international
Saudi Arabia, China, South Korea, India and Rost, the director of international education, The buses are also used to bring students to students to bring the world to our campus.”
Nepal. With so many different cultures and said. “We do whatever possible that we can to specialty grocery stores to buy food used in The International Office has also recently
practices coming together, the International accommodate them.” their native country. Every so often, Muslim moved from fourth floor Bowman Hall into
Office works to make sure that everyone’s The International Office provides many students are also taken to a mosque nearby the old bank building on 200 Main St.
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What I Wish I Would Have
Known As A Freshman
In College
Jessica Vaysberg
Editor-in-Chief
9. When picking roommates or an off-cam-
pus house, find a place that lives up to your
standards. Try not to make cost the number
Moving away from home and into an unfa- one priority in every decision.
miliar area with a bunch of people you’ve nev-
er met before is scary for almost anyone. From 10. Pick out a semester or summer to plan
finding your way around campus to knowing on studying abroad.
what to do in your free time, there are so many
new things to discover during your first year 11. Schedule future classes with people
of college. Here’s a list of 20 things the Stou- who will help you study and support your
tonia staff wish we would have known going good habits.
into our freshmen years…
12. Tube down the Red Cedar River only
1. It’s not a full moon tonight: that’s just the when it is high enough to not get stuck on the
clock tower. walls of rocks.
2. Getting involved with campus activities 13. College is long; don’t drink yourself to
and organizations is not the nerdy thing to do. death first semester.
3. Building a relationship with your teachers 14. The school food store has all the pizza
can help you get ahead and give you a valuable Lunchables you can eat.
resource for your college career.
15. In the dorms, you can check out movies,
4. Apply for many on-campus and sum- kitchen utensils and sports equipment at the
mer jobs because they don’t just fall into your front desk.
arms.
16. Actually read Campus Life Today
5. Don’t worry so much about finances. You emails. It is the main form of communication
have enough to worry about with school and on campus, and that’s where you will find out
finals. about clubs, events and free stuff!
6. Wear comfy boots or shoes to class, es- 17. A bed comforter just takes up space.
pecially during the winter time! You will do
a lot of walking, and your feet will thank you 18. TV will always be there… it might ac-
at the end of the day! tually help to study once in awhile.
7. Don’t go home every weekend: you’ll 19. The Red Cedar State trail is a great
never meet new people. place to go for a hike.
8. Wear shoes in the shower! 20. The Stoutonia should always be read!
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Jessica Vaysberg
Editor-in-Chief
It is said that if you find a job that is right for you, you’ll never have
to work a day in your life. College is the time that you declare a major,
and you start working towards earning a degree to help get that job
you’ve always dreamed of. What if you don’t know where to begin or
how to find a major that is right for you? It’s time to think about what’s
important when choosing a major and to find that perfect fit.
Don’t choose a major based on potential future earnings.
Not everyone can get the exact job they’ve had in mind.
If you pick a major solely based on monetary earnings, you
may be disappointed in the future if you are unable to get that
job and are stuck with a degree in a field outside of where your
interests lie.
Choose a major based on what you enjoy doing.
Choosing a major that relates to your hobbies and inter-
ests will most likely lead to happiness. When making your
decision, think about what you will enjoy doing for (nearly)
the rest of your life.
Think about your strengths and weaknesses.
Often times what someone enjoys doing the most is
what they are best at. Think about what qualities will make
you a valuable employee or spell your downfall in a certain
field. Do you enjoy talking to people and working in teams,
or are you more the type of person who likes to work at your
own pace and set individual goals? These are the kind of
things to think about when picking a major.
Pick a major that can lead to a variety of career options.
The job market is limited, and finding a job after college can be a challenge. When
picking your major, think about what types of careers are out there for someone with that
major. A major that may lead to a variety of career possibilities will make things easier
on you in the long run.
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While you were away | What has changed in Menomonie
Jeff Gebert
Entertainment Editor ployment on campus, Denny’s is still On campus itself, there have been a few
worth checking out for their “Moons Over changes as well. You may have noticed that
While driving to the University of Wiscon- My Hammy” or “Lumberjack Slam.” the walkway connect-
sin-Stout for the upcoming school year, you Another new restaurant in town is Dickie’s
may have seen a few changes in our humble, Barbeque Pit. Located next to the new Little
little town of Menomonie. Caesars, Dickie’s Barbeque Pit provides BBQ
One of the more noticeable changes is that sandwiches and platters. Menomonie doesn’t
Sparx Restaurant and Bar has closed and has have many good Barbeque restaurants, so it’s
been replaced with a Denny’s. Sparx was one nice to see some variety in a town with six
of Menomonie’s trademark restaurants. Earli- pizza places and three Subways.
er this year, a federal lawsuit was filed against I managed to stop by Dickie’s the other day
the restaurant in response to racist imagery to try it out. The setup is similar to that of a
that was posted on a cooler. Sparx’s fast-food restaurant where you order your food ing Mc-
closure was most likely at a counter and bring it to your own table. I Calmont to
an effect of that law- ordered a platter with macaroni and cheese, a the Vocational Reha-
suit. Denny’s has not roll, waffle fries and barbequed ham (they also bilitation building has been
opened yet, but they have choices including pork, beef briscuit, and remodeled. The skyway is now
are already hiring others). One impressive thing about Dickie’s more metallic and looks a better. dents after being closed for half of the
for positions. If is that the fries were made to order, so they are The construction that was occurring academic year last January. The hall re-
you are looking always fresh. The meat came with your choice in parking lot #1 near Harvey Hall has ceived new and improved bathrooms, a
for employment of BBQ sauce- regular, sweet or extra spicy. been completed and the new electrical new basement, new windows and much
in Menomonie, The meal was very good and filling, and I rec- substation is up and running. Power was more. The remodeling cost a total of
Denny’s may be ommend it to anyone who enjoys barbeque. My shut down all through campus in order to $6.59 million.
worth checking only complaint was that it seemed a tad expen- switch to the new substation, leaving UW- Although there have been a few subtle
out. If you’re sive at $9 a platter. However, they have free Stout without electricity for over two days. changes in the city of Menomonie, it’s still
not look- soft-serve ice cream in the dining area, and Fleming Hall reopened its the same old town we know and love, and
ing for em- free ice cream is my second favorite kind of ice doors to stu- the changes will make us love it even more.
cream next to pistachio.
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NOT SURE IF SOMEONE JUST
Memes at Stout
SHAVED IN THE BATHROOM OF JTC
Jeff Gebert
Entertainment Editor Annoying Facebook Girl
You’ve probably been exposed to your fair
share of Internet memes. Clicking through Everyone has that one annoying friend
galleries on Imgur or Reddit looking picture on Facebook. The “Annoying Facebook
by picture when you’ve got an essay due in Girl” meme focuses on obnoxious Face-
seven hours. Lately, Universities around the book habits.
country have been creating their own meme Example: “Ugh, I am so ugly! Hit
pages on Facebook, and the University of Wis- ‘Like’ if you disagree!”
consin- Stout is no exception. The purpose of
a University meme page is to post humorous
pictures related to the University’s community.
The UW-Stout Memes page on Facebook was Condescending Wonka OR JUST BUGS IN THE SINK
made on Feb 8 and has since then accumulated
438 likes.
This meme stars a picture of Willy
Just in case you’re unfamiliar with memes, AGAIN
Wonka resting his head on his fist smiling
let this article be your guide of some to the
a somewhat sarcastic smile. The picture is
most popular internet memes.
usually accompanied by a condescending
Lazy College Senior Conspiracy Keanu
phrase.
Example: “Oh, you constantly blast
College Freshman music in your dorm with your door open? This one is probably my personal favor- The “Conspiracy Keanu” meme fea-
You must be everyone’s favorite neigh- ite because of how relatable it is. The pic- tures a picture of a young Keanu Reeves
Exactly how it sounds, this one shows a bor.” ture shows a college student drinking a pint with his mouth agape in wonder. It is in-
picture of a college freshman in a Universi- of beer with an angry looking scowl on his cluded with a possible conspiracy theory,
ty sweatshirt. The image usually acknowl- face. The caption describes classic lazy stu- usually starting with the words “What if.”
edges some of the habits of freshman. Not Sure Fry dent tendencies. Example: “What if UW-Stout wants
Example: “First day of class. Asks pro- Example: “Friday class at 2 p.m. Sleeps us to focus on school work this year, and
fessor to go to the bathroom.” Also known as “Futurama Fry,” this in and misses it.” made it so gaming consoles can’t connect
to the Internet?”
meme features a picture of Fry from the
television show “Futurama” with his eyes
suspiciously squinted. The accompanying University
Theatre
phrase is usually along the lines of “Not
sure if _______, or just ______”.
Example: “Not sure if someone just
shaved in the bathroom of JTC, or just Open
House
bugs in the sink again.”
&
What if Stout wants us to
Pizza
Party
focus on school this year
th
When:
Wednesday
September
12
@
6:00
pm
Where:
Harvey
Hall
Theatre
HH
118
What:
*Meet
University
Theatre
Staff
*Season
Information
*Involvement
Information
*Meet
and
Greet
Old
&
New
Friends
And made it so gaming consoles
*Eat
Pizza
can’t connect to the internet?
Above: An example of Conspiracy Keanu. To the Right: An example of University
Theatre
is
open
to
the
entire
Stout
community.
Not Sure Fry. Both inspired with Stout spirit.
