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Mabee Library experienced both wins and losses this summer in its plan to become the academic living room of the campus.

In the win column, a new welcome desk is slated to open later this fall and in terms of WiFi, the library is defi nitely heating up.

“It is probably the hottest building on campus now,” said Alan Bearman, interim dean of the library.

The warm up comes courtesy of new wireless access points installed over the summer by Information Systems and Services. These access points will be put to good use as Mabee’s new fl eet of computers powers on this semester. The library bought 29 new computers, including 25 laptops available for student checkout. All-new MacBooks make their home in a new Mac station.

“The students said that they wanted to have laptops so they could study in groups and move through the building,” said Bearman.

As for other projects at the library, Mondays at the Mabee, a popular weekly lecture series will, continue this semester. Students gather in the southwest corner of the library, surrounded by couches and chairs to discuss and debate relevant topics. Last year the series included talks about the honors programs, study skills and political discussions during the campaign season.

Yet not all of the library’s plans rolled through so easily this summer. Last semester, the library submitted a proposal for a coffee cart, which turned out to be one of nine capital

equipment fund requests at Washburn. With budget restraints, all attempts to get a coffee cart rolling in Mabee Library fell short.

“When students come to the library, they stay for two, three hours while they

are doing their studies. They tell us all the time they want to be able to get a drink,” said Bearman. “It’s driven by student request.”

Genni Newsham, senior English major, said she uses the library several times each semester and thinks the coffee cart would only improve those visits.

“It’s a great idea,” said Newsham. “It defi nitely would make the library a better place to study.”

And with support like that, Bearman said he would continue to push the coffee cart idea.

“It’s not going to happen this year,” said Bearman. “I’m a big supporter of it. I think it’s something libraries are doing all over the country. I think it’s something students and faculty want us to do. We’ll ask again.”

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Fresh young faces all around the nation are gearing up for college this fall, buying new extra-long bedding and shelling out hundreds of dollars on books that may or may not get opened.

Meanwhile, Misty Remus, a social work major and recent Washburn graduate, is picking up the remnants of her apartment and preparing for her “big kid job.” After four years at Washburn, Remus can say she gained a whole new perspective in her time here.

“No one from my hometown was coming here,” she said. “I wanted to meet new people and have a fresh start, and I did. I learned a lot.”

Emily Minneman is also spending a few moments looking back on her freshman year at Washburn, though for her ,the memories are a bit fresher. Minneman came to Washburn last year, where she spent her first year in the Living Learning Center. She’ll return to campus and classes this fall.

“I am definitely ready to go back,” she said.

Although these two are at different points in their lives, they both have some fond memories from their first year at Washburn. As such, there are a few pieces of advice they offer to new Washburn students starting classes in the fall.

Their first suggestion is to get involved in as many activities as possible, both on and off campus. One option popular with

both Minneman and Remus was attending Washburn athletic events, a highlight of their experiences.

“It is fun, and you meet tons more people besides the ones in your dorm,” said Remus.

Both said that a large portion of their time and activities revolved around living in the residence halls their first year.

“I’m really glad that’s the route I went, at least for my first year,” Remus said.

Minneman noted the importance in getting along with roommates.

“We spent tons of time together,” she said. “When we weren’t going to class, we were normally all hanging out together,

so I’m glad we hit it off right away. It made the year go by smoother.”

As for the dreaded “freshman 15,” Minneman and Remus used the Student Recreation and Wellness Center to fight off the extra pounds.

“I might have gained three or four pounds over the year, but I really think

‘the freshman 15’ is kind of a myth,” said Minneman “Just make sure to exercise.”

Remus said that she took the required lifetime wellness class her first semester at Washburn and went on a few extra walks with friends because of some good advice from an upperclassman on how to stave off any unwanted first-year weight.

Yet more important than living in the dorm or working off the Union food at the SRWC, both Remus and Minneman agree the best piece of advice they could offer to incoming freshmen is a quick and simple.

“Have fun.”

Staci StreitWASHBURN REVIEW

Staci Streit is a member of the summer advanced newswriting class.

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I wanted to meet new people and have a fresh start, and I did. I learned a lot.

- Misty RemusWashburn graduate

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The new executive director of enroll-ment management, Richard Liedtke, has only been on campus since July 1, and his first task is to figure out how to raise enrollment.

“The first step is to understand where we are and to assess the situation where it is,” he said. “We’ve got to be very smart about what we do.”

Liedtke said he could strive to raise enrollment by one percent a year, an impressive and lofty goal, but he would rather find out where the institution wants to go first. He said decreases in enroll-ment are to be expected, but the trick is to know what to do to take care of the swings. It’s about planning, he said, and it takes a village, not just an individual.

“I want to look at the low-hanging fruit. What can we do that is not a big cost to the institution but that will also improve the situation?”

Historically, it is common for an in-stitution to visit every high school in the state with the goal of recruiting at least one student from each. Liedtke said this is not a logical strategy.

“If we haven’t typically received students from a specific high school, is it worth it?” he said.

According to a Noel-Levitz report on student recruitment trends, “the ‘top-10’ most effective recruitment processes in 2009 include face-to-face, in-person events, telecounseling, interaction with enrolled students and practices that make it easy to visit, apply and enroll.”

All these practices rely heavily on the retention of students, yet there will always be students who leave for reasons

not easily controlled by the University.“My focus isn’t on why students left,

but why are students staying,” Liedtke said.

Why students stay at Washburn involves all the departments on campus, Liedtke said. It is hard for him to commu-nicate the interest and passion of campus professors to potential recruits, which makes on-campus visits valuable.

“The key is to get students on cam-pus,” he said. “When you are going to buy a car, you do your research. You go to the lot and kick the tires and test-drive the car.”

As for general recruitment, Liedke said he wants to use a funnel-man-agement approach which markets the University as the most valuable to the greatest variety of demographics.

“No pun intended,” he said, “we can talk to students until we are blue in the face, but until we get them on campus, we can’t show them what Washburn has to offer.”

New director seeks to improve enrollmentBen FitchWASHBURN REVIEW

Ben Fitch is a junior mass media major. Reach him at [email protected].

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Ichabod Welcome Week2009Events for Wednesday, Aug. 12

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9 a.m. - 4 p.m.event: Move-in Daywhere: Living Learning Center, Washburn Village, Kuehne and West Hallswhat: Students, faculty and staff, student organizations and community groups will roll up their sleeves to help students move into their university homes. Wash-burn President Jerry Farley will join the Move Crew at the Living Learning Center at 9:30 a.m.

3:35 p.m.event: Welcoming Tunnelwhere: Garvey Fine Arts Center, outsidewhat: New students walk from the Living Learning Center to the Garvey Fine Arts Center through a tunnel of Washburn fac-ulty, staff and parents.

4 p.m. event: New Student Convocationwhere: Andrew J. and Georgia Neese-Gray Theatre, Garvey Fine Arts Centerwhat: President Farley will formally wel-come the students to the Washburn com-munity. Keynote speaker Maria Pascucci, founder and president of Campus Calm, will give stress and time management tips that students can use to begin living a hap-py and fulfilling life right now.

8 p.m.event: Michael Anthony, hypnotistwhere: Washburn Room, Memorial Unionwhat: Michael Anthony has been fill-ing theaters throughout the United States and internationally and continues to be one of the most sought after hypnotists in the world. He has been named Male Per-former of the Year by Campus Activities Magazine.

9 a.m. - noonevent: Catch the Buswhere: Memorial Union Corner Storewhat: Summer orientation counselors will escort students to several spots on campus in 15-minute intervals. Stops include the Financial Aid office, Business office, Uni-versity Bookstore, Academic Advising, the Leadership Institute and more.

1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.event: Playfairwhere: Student Recreation and Wellness Centerwhat: Experienced Playfair leaders will be hosting an entertainment event that will get students excited to be the newest Icha-bods. This is where it all begins, so come be a part of our campus unity and school spirit.

2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.event: Wacky at WUwhere: Student Recreation and Wellness Centerwhat: Wacky at WU is an adventure-style race that will allow students to explore the campus and interact with Washburn fac-ulty and staff.

7 p.m.event: Rock the Recwhere: Student Recreation and Wellness Centerwhat: Students will participate in the Fitness Frenzy, knock-out basketball shooting contest, volleyball serve and rock wall climbing.

9 a.m. event: Wake Up with CUSP and WU Run/Walkwhere: Memorial Unionwhat: Students will join the Washburn community for a 20-30 minute morning walk or run. Students can also eat break-fast with the staff of the Center for Under-graduate Studies and Programs.

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.event: Disc Golfwhere: Memorial Union lawnwhat: Students will participate in a lei-surely round of disc golf on campus.

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. event: Catch the Buswhere: Memorial Union, Corner storewhat: Summer orientation counselors will escort students to several spots on campus in 15-minute intervals. Stops include the Financial Aid office, Business office, Uni-versity Bookstore, Academic Advising, Leadership Institute and more.

6:15 p.m.event: Washburn Picnic and WU Festwhere: Memorial Union lawnwhat: The lawn will be turned into WU’s own festival of fun. There will be games, music, food and representatives from a variety of Washburn’s student organiza-tions.

7 p.m. event: Casino Night & Yearbook Portraitswhere: Washburn Room, Memorial Unionwhat: It’s the excitement and glamour of Las Vegas without leaving Kansas. The event is free to Washburn students with a WU ID. Participants will have the oppor-tunity to play casino games, such as blackjack, craps, roulette and Texas Hold ‘em poker.

Students will also be able to get their photo taken for the 2010 Washburn Kaw Yearbook.

6 p.m. event: Sundaes on Sunday and Traditions Nightwhere: Living Learning Center lobbywhat: Celebrate Ichabod pride and learn what it means to be an Ichabod. Win Wash-burn gear, such as T-shirts and foam fingers.

7 p.m.event: Big Screen Eventwhere: Stauffer Commonswhat: Get cozy in Stauffer Commons and enjoy one of this summer’s blockbuster hits - the humorous Disney animated film, “Up!”

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Sweaty palms, shortness of breath and shaking hands. Every student experiences stress and anxiety at some point, and each person deals with it in a different way.

But when stress overload caused Maria Pascucci to run out of the room and have a panic attack during the last fi nal exam of her college career, she could no longer ignore the price she was paying for perfection. She had reached her breaking point.

After graduating Summa Cum Laude (Latin for highest hon-ors) with degrees in both history and English, and with a minor in writing and a concentration in women’s studies, Pas-cucci had lost her origi-nal passion for writing and didn’t pick up a pen or a book for nearly a year. When she began searching for a job, she quickly discovered that employers were not all that impressed with the Latin notation scribbled on her diploma. In her eyes, this was yet another blow to her already shaken confi dence as she faced the growing sense of “not good enough.”

“Perfectionism sort of became my iden-tity. It was how I defi ned myself and how I measured my own self-worth,” said Pascuc-ci, admitting that this mindset undoubtedly contributed to the stress that caused her to buckle under the pressure.

Eight years after her traumatic break-down, Pascucci has used her experiences to become a successful author, speaker and the College Student’s Stress-Less Life Coach.

She looks back on those years of pursuing perfection at the risk of her health, confi -dence and personal well-being with deter-mination and intention; to help stressed-out students avoid that breaking point and fi nd their own self-worth that is more than a GPA or graduation honor. Her own story is an inspiration to many and proof that even the most straight-laced students can take a tumble.

Founder and president of Campus Calm, an award-winning online community aimed at advising students, parents and educators on the dangers of stress and anxiety, Pas-cucci provides personal stories coupled with online podcasts, newsletters and magazines to help the stressaholics of today.

Pascucci has even started an online program for students called Campus Calm University, where stu-dents can get monthly downloadable au-dio MP3 coaching classes to allow them develop healthy, self-loving mindsets that help them be hap-py and successful. Classes cover every-thing from nutrition, college and career planning and time management, to tak-ing charge of mental health, myths about school stress, entre-preneurship secrets

and fi nancial planning. Students enrolled in the program also receive bonuses, including the Study of You, an MP3 coaching class that helps students pin down the job or ca-reer that is most natural and satisfying, a tu-torial on college planning, an e-book on time management and much more. Completion of the programs earns students a certifi cate in the International Campus Calm U life skills training program.

Pascucci’s book, “Campus Calm Uni-versity: The College Student’s 10-Step Blue-print to Stop Stressing and Create a Happy, Purposeful Life,” is another tool available to students who struggle with the stress and tension that accompany school pressures. It

is available for purchase on her Web site, www.c a m p u s c a l m .com or at other locations, includ-ing Barnes & Noble, Amazon.com and Target. The book won a gold medal in 2009 from Inde-pendent Publish-er Book Awards.

“I wrote the book I knew I needed,” Pascuc-ci said in refer-ence to the years she struggled with stress over-load. “If I needed it in college and didn’t have it, I created it.”

While Pas-cucci’s entire ca-reer is focused on providing assis-tance and advice to struggling stu-dents, there are three key points she encourages all students to re-member.

“Say to your-self, I am more than the measure of my GPA,” said Pascucci, arguing that the number itself cannot measure self-worth.

Pascucci also believes there is enough success in this world for students and their friends, and students are doing themselves a great disservice by being so competitive rather than forming allies and making real connections.

Finally, Pascucci said, “If you want to be healthy, understand that the most healthy mindset you can have is to love yourself. Self-love is your greatest ticket to success.”

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Author to speak on stress, time management

Lauren EckertWASHBURN REVIEW

Online business founder uses personal experiences to advise college students on important life lessons

The most important thing is to remain true to who you are. Find what you’re passionate about and be proud.

- Maria PascucciFounder, Campus Calm

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Pascucci’s personal and professional biog-raphies are available at her Web site, along with contact information and details about what Campus Calm is all about.

“The most important thing is to remain true to who you are,” said Pascucci. “They say write what you know, and that is so true. Find what you’re passionate about and be proud.”

Lauren Eckert is a junior mass media major. Reach her at [email protected].

Photo by Josh Rouse, Washburn Review

Take it easy: Stress expert Maria Pascucci will present at the new student convocation today in the Andrew J. and Georgia Neese-Gray Theatre at 4 p.m. Pascucci, founder and president of Campus Calm, will speak about her college experiences and the struggle to overcome perfection.


Questions have circled the campus recently concerning the future of the Washburn Review, and as the new execu-tive editor of the paper, I would like to shed light on what the upcoming year holds for university news.

I would fi rst like to start by briefl y introducing myself. My name is Nicole Stejskal, and I am a junior mass media major. Originally from a small town in Western Kansas (Bison, to be exact), I came to Washburn in hopes of affecting change on the capital city’s campus. With a media writing and publishing emphasis for my major, the executive editor position will provide me with the perfect opportunity to pursue this change.

As many of you know, we graduated several seniors last year, many of whom held editorial positions with the Review. While we lost a great deal of experience and wisdom, have no fear. I believe that our young, fresh staff will bring a new perspec-tive to the paper and be a positive step forward as the fi eld of media continues to grow and change.

The focus I’d like the newspaper staff to take this year is that of student service. Without you—the students—the univer-sity and its entities, including the Review, would not exist. Therefore, students’ wants and needs should be the driving forces behind the news provided by our staff.

With the increase in media conver-gence and the growth of social media, the challenges of appealing to younger audi-ences can be daunting for media outlets.

The popularity of online media resources and social Web sites like Twitter and Face-book increases the demand for up-to-date information and tests the media’s ability to keep up with the pace.

For the Review, the ultimate test will lie in its ability to handle this era of growth and change. In a position where I will oversee both print and online editions of the newspaper, drawing the line between where our two media converge will continually remain a challenge as our staff works to better serve you.

In the upcoming year, look for the Re-view Online to expand its coverage as we work to meet the demands of instantaneous information. My goal for the Review is to utilize the online edition for quick updates of breaking news while allowing the print edition to expand on that coverage and give students the important details they need. Time is of the essence, and I hope that our staff will capitalize on the power we have to quickly inform and educate the student

population.From now until the end of

my term, I welcome any and all student feedback, both positive and negative. My hope is that the

relationship between the university newspa-per and the students it serves will tactfully evoke the changes necessary to fulfi ll the newspaper’s purpose: to provide students with the information they need to know. With that, I wish you all the best of luck with the fall semester, and I look forward to serving you in the upcoming year.

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Sports ScheduleFootball

8/29 – at Colo. School of Mines, 1 p.m.9/4 – New Mexico Highlands, 6 p.m.9/12 – Missouri Southern, 6 p.m.9/19 – at Missouri Western, 6 p.m.9/26 – Central Missouri, 1 p.m.10/3 – Fort Hays State, 1 p.m.10/10 – at Nebraska-Omaha, 1 p.m.10/17 – *Pittsburg State, 1 p.m.10/24 – at NW Missouri, 1:30 p.m.10/31 – Truman State, 1 p.m.11/7 – at Emporia State, 1 p.m.11/14 – NCAA Playoffs, first round11/21 – NCAA Playoffs, second round11/28 – NCAA Playoffs, quarterfinals12/5 – NCAA Playoffs, semifinals12/12 – NCAA National ChampionshipHome games in bold* Homecoming

Soccer8/28 – at Colo. School of Mines, 5 p.m.8/29 – at Colorado State-Pueblo, 2 p.m.9/7 – at Newman, 7 p.m.9/12 – at Central Missouri, 7 p.m.9/17 – at Truman State, 4 p.m.9/19 – at Missouri Western, 1 p.m.9/24 – Central Missouri, 6 p.m.9/26 – Southwest Baptist, 6 p.m.9/30 – Rockhurst, 6 p.m.10/3 – Missouri Southern, 6 p.m.10/8 – at Northwest Missouri, 4 p.m.10/11 – at Nebraska-Omaha, 1 p.m.10/15 – Emporia State, 6 p.m.10/17 – *NW Missouri, 6 p.m.10/22 – Nebraska-Omaha, 6 p.m.10/24 – at Southwest Baptist, noon10/29 – Truman State, 6 p.m.10/31 – at Emporia State, 1 p.m.11/5 – at Missouri Southern, 6 p.m.11/7 – Missouri Western, 6 p.m.Home games in bold* Homecoming

Junior Molly Smith has played two years of volleyball for the Washburn Lady Blues, coming into her own as one of the team’s top defensive players. And while as an underclassman she played in every one of the 78 matches, she knows that this year, she will have to play the part of role model as well.

“We definitely have a lot of pressure on our shoulders to be a leader,” said Smith. “It’s definitely up to the upperclassmen to set the example for the younger players and to let them know that while competing here at Washburn, we want to win. It’s going to be a lot of work.”

And with just one senior in setter Kate Hampson and five juniors for the Lady Blues, the team is dominated by freshmen and sophomores, at seven and six respectively.

“We have a lot of incoming freshmen that are really talented,” said Smith. “People are going to be fighting for a spot to play.”

The Lady Blues ended the 2008 season ranked No. 13 nationally with their second straight 30-win season and their fifth straight NCAA tournament appearance. And it will take some work to replace three seniors including All-American Monica Miesner.

Football season is alive at Washburn, and it comes a day early.

Washburn opens its home schedule on a Friday this year against New Mexico Highlands University.

Part of the move from the typical Saturday gameday to Friday comes because of travel time for the Cowboys out of New Mexico. Whatever the reason, head football coach Craig Schurig hopes to see crowds pile into Yager Stadium at Moore Bowl on Sept. 4 for the 6 p.m showdown.

“We’re really hoping people stay around and come out,” Schurig said. “It’s a little bit unique. We really hope the

students come out and support that game.”

The Ichabods are no stranger to success. In 2004,

the team trekked to and were victorious at the Mineral Water Bowl. The Ichabods won the MIAA in 2005 and made their way to the NCAA playoffs in 2005 and 2007.

Last year, the Ichabods went 6-5 and were able to take down heated rival Emporia State on homecoming and record their first shutout in 46 games on the road at Missouri Southern State.

Schurig believes last year will help put this year’s team on the right track.

“We had some injuries, it allowed a lot of people to play; we hope to reap the benefits of that this year,” said Schurig.

Experience is the key word, as the Ichabods return a solid group of starters.

“We have a really good senior class,

some of the best players we’ve had in our program since we’ve been here,” said Schurig.

“We’ve been working hard, I feel like the experience should pay off this year,” said senior linebacker Michael Wilhoite. “Mentally we have to be able to put it together. If we can do that, it’ll be something special to see.”

The road back to the playoffs for those seniors starts with winning the conference.

“It’s very challenging and it’s very good,” Schurig said. “If you win the conference, you get in the playoffs.”

Another key: “We want to get off to a fast start,” Schurig said.

While he is referring to getting a few early wins under the belt, he will take one of those wins a day earlier than usual, too.

Football season set to kick offBlake KresgeWASHBURN REVIEW

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Blake Kresge is a member of the summer advanced newswriting class.

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Ready to rumble: The Ichabods are set to begin their 2009 season Aug. 29 at Colorado School of Mines in Golden, Colo. Washburn plays six home games this fall and will face Pittsburg State on Oct. 17 for Homecoming.

Lady Blues look to serve up victory in 2009

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Sports ScheduleVolleyball

Oredigger Classic8/28 – *Western State-Colo., 11 a.m.8/28 – *Adams State, 3:30 p.m.8/29 – *Mesa State, 11 a.m.8/29 – *Fort Lewis, 5:30 p.m.Texas Woman’s Tournament 9/4 – *East Central, 1:30 p.m.9/4 – *Texas Woman’s, 6:30 p.m.9/5 – *Texas A&M-Kingsville, 9:30 a.m.9/5 – *SW Oklahoma State, 2:30 p.m.Rockhurst Fall Classic 9/11 – *Midwestern State, 11 a.m.9/11 – *Upper Iowa, 3 p.m.9/12 – *Eastern New Mexico, 9 a.m.9/12 – *Illinois-Springfield, 3 p.m.9/16 – at NW Missouri, 7 p.m.9/18 – Truman State, 7 p.m.9/19 – Missouri Western, 2 p.m.9/23 – at Nebraska-Omaha, 7 p.m.9/25 – Central Missouri, 7 p.m.Lady Blues Regional Crossover Inv.10/2 – *SE Oklahoma State, 2 p.m.10/2 – *West Texas A&M, 6:30 p.m.10/3 – *Tarleton State, 1 p.m.10/3 – *Angelo State, 5 p.m.10/6 – Missouri Southern, 7 p.m.10/9 – at SW Baptist, 7 p.m.10/10 – at Pittsburg State, 6 p.m.10/14 – Fort Hays State, 7 p.m.10/16 – at Emporia State, 7 p.m.10/20 – NW Missouri, 7 p.m.10/23 – at Truman State, 7 p.m.10/24 – at Missouri Western, 7 p.m.10/28 – Nebraska-Omaha, 7 p.m.10/30 – Central Missouri, 7 p.m.11/3 – at Missouri Southern, 7 p.m.11/6 – Southwest Baptist, 7 p.m.11/7 – Pittsburg State, 2 p.m.11/11 – at Fort Hays State, 7 p.m.11/13 – Emporia State, 7 p.m.NCAA South Central Region Tournament11/20 – *First round11/21 – *Regional semifinals11/22 – *Regional finalsNCAA Volleyball National Championship12/3 – *Elite Eight12/4 – *National Semifinals12/5 – *National ChampionshipHome games in bold* Denotes tournament game

Jessi Daily knows all about being tired and grumpy. She knows all about which pain relievers are the best for back and foot pain, too. She knows because those are just a few of the symptoms she experienced throughout much of her life.

Until recently, Daily was one of the many Americans categorized as overweight. The unhealthy lifestyle she once lived is no more. Although she lost 50 pounds to prove it, she said that living healthy it is not always an easy task, especially while at school.

“I used to always get snacks at the vending machines and stop at the corner shop between classes,” she said. “I’m a sucker for those calorie-loaded coffees.”

With the year in full swing, many students keep health and fitness as one of

their top priorities. “I’m so glad I didn’t gain the freshman

15, but I have quite a few friends who gained weight their freshman year,” said Lisa Adame, a Washburn student and avid health enthusiast.

She attributes her success in the health realm to living at home her freshman year.

“I could always go home for healthy meals if I wanted to,” said Adame. “If you’re living in the dorms, the cafeteria is really convenient, so I probably would have done that, too.”

Both of these students also said there were other factors that contributed to them staying healthy. Staying active is high on their list of priorities.

“I go walk at the lake, and I have a trampoline in my backyard,” she said. “I have the Wii Fit, too. It’s fun.”

Both said they regularly use the

Student Wellness and Recreation Center at Washburn in addition to making smarter choices about food.

“I bring apples, a banana, crackers or something like a granola bar with me, so I don’t get hungry running between classes,” said Daily. “Most teachers know you’re busy and don’t mind if you eat in class.”

Both self-proclaimed addicts to their healthy lifestyles, Adame and Daily have a few tips on things to avoid as well.

Daily suggests staying away from vending machines and being smart about cafeteria food.

“I try to not stay up too late and get enough sleep,” said Adame. “And avoid drinking a lot of beer. That definitely helps your freshman year.”

Practice makes perfect

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Back to basics: The Lady Blues soccer team hit Yager Stadium on Tuesday, Aug. 11, to prepare for the upcoming season. Washburn was picked fourth in the 2009 MIAA Preseason Coaches poll, trailing Central Missouri, Truman State and Nebraska-Omaha. The Lady Blues finished fourth in the MIAA last season, but still made it to the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Tips for healthy living in residence hallsStaci StreitWASHBURN REVIEW

Staci Streit is a member of the summer advanced newswriting class.


Eric Smith is a senior mass media major. Reach him at [email protected].

This past Sunday was a good start as it was testing day for the Washburn women. The team was examined on sprints and jumping. The fi rst day of practice for the season began Monday with a morning and afternoon practice.

“This fi rst week we have two-a-days, and we’re just kind of seeing how we all

gel together and see how people do,” Smith said. “[The fi rst practice] went well. We just did basic drills to just

to get back into volleyball shape. It was pretty simple stuff. I’m sure as the week goes on, it will get more intense.”

While practice will continue and the team will get more acquainted with each other, the fi rst scrimmage of the season is approaching quickly on Aug. 22 versus Rockhurst. The fi rst tournament of the season will come the following week, Aug. 28 and 29, at the Colorado School of Mines Oredigger Volleyball Classic.

LADY BLUES: Season begins Aug. 28 in Golden, Colo.Continued from page 8

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Bump and grind: The Lady Blues practice bumping drills in Lee Arena as they anticipate the start of the 2009 season. The fi rst intrasquad scrimmage takes place Aug. 22 against Rockhurst, with the fi rst tournament, the Oredigger Classic, set for Aug. 28 and 29.

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2009 MIAA Volleyball Preseason Coaches PollRnk. School Votes Points1. Emporia State (5) — 942. Washburn (5) — 923. Central Missouri — 79T4. Nebraska Omaha — 69T4. Truman State — 696. Pittsburg State — 617. NW Missouri St. — 408. Missouri Southern — 379. SW Baptist — 3510. Fort Hays St. — 1511. Missouri Western — 14


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Washburn University makes it a pri-ority to give students the tools they need to plan … literally.

The Washburn Student Government Association is taking an active role in get-ting students involved and prepared for the upcoming school year. WSGA, part-nered with Student Life, will continue the annual tradition of handing out new plan-ners to all students at the beginning of the year free of charge.

Caley Onek, vice president of WSGA, said that the main purpose of this service is to provide all students with a copy of the student handbook and university calendar in addition to providing a method of or-ganization and space for students to docu-ment schedules, assignments and other appointments.

Each planner provides important dates and activities happening on campus, as well as meeting times and contact infor-mation for various student organizations.

The planners also contain phone numbers and contact information for dif-ferent departments on campus and a wel-come letter to the students from Washburn

President Jerry Farley. Along with new planners, students

will also receive a free notebook, spon-sored by WSGA. The pages inside the cover include a letter from the president and vice president of WSGA, a list of the WSGA Executive Staff, important dates to remember for the fall semester and a campus map. The notebooks also provide students with contact information for vari-ous campus departments.

Planners and notebooks will be available for pickup in several locations throughout the Memorial Union any time after Aug. 14.

While WSGA works to provide stu-dents with the materials they need to be successful, the organization continues to encourage students to get involved early.

New freshmen are encouraged to ap-ply for one of five open senate seats. The fall 2009 freshmen elections are scheduled for Sept. 2 and 3.

All petitions, which require a total of 50 student signatures or a nomimation from a current campus organization, are to be turned in to the WSGA office, located in the basement of the Memorial Union, by Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 5 p.m.

For more information about WSGA

Lauren EckertWASHBURN REVIEW

WSGA offers students free planners, notebooks

Lauren Eckert is a junior mass media major. Reach her at [email protected].

and the various services the organization provides, visit the Web site at www.my-wsga.com or stop by the office.

Freshmen elections: There are currently five open seats for freshmen to join WSGA.Photo by Nicole Stejskal, Washburn Review

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