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Culture Shocked: Wanderlust is essential for personal growth

By Zander Myers | Sep. 21, 2014

I was having a conversation with my roommate last night about traveling and her experiences. She came up with some interesting points that I happen to agree with. We both think it is crucial to branch out and travel, even if that just means venturing to a neighboring state or nearby city. It’s important to explore places beyond your comfortable hometown, even if the little town you call home is actually a major city. Travelling expands a person’s view of the world, society, and culture around them. Even if you do not travel out of the United States, there are still many places that can have a big impact on the rest of your life.

Jordan Williams

The Good-isms: Trans actress works for equality

By Jordan Williams | Sep. 21, 2014

Emmy-nominated actress Laverne Cox — recognized as the most publicly visible representative of the transgender community — has stepped back from behind her prison hairdresser’s chair (on the acclaimed Netflix series, Orange is the New Black) in recent months and into an activist role for the general safety and well-being of the transgender community. Her work to educate the public and bring transgender rights to everyone’s attention has been a huge inspiration for me.The actress has utilized her rapid climb to fame as an outlet to help those who face the same stigmas she encounters every day. Cox has lived as a post-op transgender woman for an undisclosed period of time. She shares her experiences from her transition and daily life to educate audiences on the reality transgender or transitioning individuals face every day. As she said in a speech last January, “Healthcare for trans people is a necessity. It is not elective, it is not cosmetic, it is life-saving…But we are more than our bodies.”Cox has undoubtedly become the most visible advocate the transgender community has ever had. Following a September 16 appearance at Ohio State University, Cox announced that she will host an upcoming documentary on MTV to further educate audiences on LGBT youth. The documentary, titled Laverne Cox Presents: The T Word, will feature seven trans individuals of varying backgrounds and stories, all aged 18 to 24. The show will explore “the intersection of race and gender identity” with the seven young people. The first airing is scheduled for October 17 at 7 p.m. EST on MTV and Logo.With Cox’s inspiring activist roles in mind, let’s shift the focus back to the Bobcats. Our campus has sponsored a host of LGBT social activities through Ohio University’s LGBT Center. With a combination of college graduates and current OU students, the center brings all students together in supportive and educational social activities and training programs (most notably the popular SpeakOUT! program).Because I am sure the question has come up while reading this, yes, I am a proud ally of the LGBT community. That means I am simply not just a part of the LGBT community, but I support equality and every effort made to educate the public on the importance of general equality for all. OU has been amazing with all of the LGBT programs that have been conducted this semester, and I recommend everyone become more involved in the coming weeks to learn more and become more active in the fight for equality, from our city of Athens to the global scale. Jordan Williams is a junior studying English and Women’s and Gender studies. Email her at jw719111@ohio.edu

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Gamer Girl: Mario Kart 8 is perfect for longtime game fans

By Sophie Kruse | Sep. 21, 2014

When the Wii U was announced, I thought it was the dumbest thing ever.I was a definite doubter. I thought the tablet was chunky and awkward, and I could only picture someone getting way too into their game and accidentally chucking the tablet through the television.I thought the tablet was unnecessary too: Mobile games should stay on mobile devices and console games should stay on consoles (with normal controllers).Once I actually tried out the Wii U, I discovered that I genuinely enjoyed it.I’ve only really played one game on the console, which to me has made it completely worth it: Mario Kart 8. I think I might actually be obsessed with this game. I’ve played some of its predecessors in the past, but this is truly a great version that I highly recommend to long-time Mario fans.There are a ton of different maps from all the previous Mario Kart games — including two versions of Rainbow Road.There’s a new, super awesome power-up in the game as well. It’s rare, and I’ve only ever got it when I’m lagging behind in the race. It gives you eight power-ups at the same time that you can use (including a banana, a red and green shell and a mushroom). Be careful, though. Opponents can easily run into you when you have this and make you lose certain parts of it.The online component of the game is also really fun. When your friends get tired of playing over and over again with you, you can easily connect with people online and play your heart out on there.The tablet makes this game fun because instead of looking at the television screen, you can just watch the tablet screen (if you’re lucky enough to be the one playing on it).I enjoyed playing this way online too, because you can play the Wii U without even having the television on. I could play Mario Kart just on the tablet and binge-watch something else on television — it’s pretty great.While playing the game, you get to unlock different characters, cars, wheels and parachutes, which makes it feel like more of a campaign game — or at least one where you have to build up to get better. They’re making a variety of new maps for the game as well. I’m looking forward to the Animal Crossing pack that will be released in a few months, which will have you racing as characters from the 3DS game and on different maps from it. And come on, who doesn’t want to combine Animal Crossing and Mario Kart?Sophia Kruse is a junior studying journalism. Email her at sk139011@ohio.edu. or tweet her at @kruseco.

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Letter: Marzec has right to express her opinion

Sep. 21, 2014

To the Editor, The following is a letter of solidarity with Student Senate President Megan Marzec, signed by nearly two dozen organizations.Over the last weeks, we have been shocked at the deliberate smear campaign, death threats and racist, sexist and Islamophobic comments that Student Senate President Megan Marzec has received over her modified “Ice Bucket Challenge,” in which she expressed her personal concerns over the atrocities that have occurred this summer in Gaza.We the undersigned, representing hundreds of committed activists from across the state and region, strongly affirm President Marzec’s right to express her opinions without the fear of threats and intimidation. We ask the student bodies of our universities and the members of our communities to stand together, denounce this unacceptable violence, and work to guarantee that the students of our universities receive the freedom of speech and expression that we have been promised. We cannot sit by and allow bullies to silence and intimidate us students as they attack the very foundation of the academic freedom on which our universities claim to pride themselves. We cannot let this happen under our watch.We stand with President Marzec as she continues to take a stand for justice at Ohio University and internationally.In solidarity, The Campaign for BDS at Ohio State, The Committee for Justice in Palestine at Ohio State, Democratic Socialists of Central Ohio, The International Socialist Organization of Cincinnati, The International Socialist Organization of Columbus, The International Socialist Organization of Toledo, Jewish Voice for Peace at the University of Michigan, Palestine Solidarity Group of Columbus, Progressive Peace Coalition of Columbus, SHADES at Ohio State University, Students for Allied for Freedom and Equality (SAFE) at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Students for Justice in Palestine at Columbia College-Chicago, Students for Justice in Palestine at DePaul University, Students for Justice in Palestine at Kent State University, Students for Justice in Palestine at Loyola University, Students for Justice in Palestine at Marquette University, Students for Justice in Palestine at Northwestern University, Students for Justice in Palestine at the University of Kentucky, Students for Justice in Palestine at the University of Minnesota, Students for Justice in Palestine at the University of Toledo, Students for Justice in Palestine at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Unite for Reproductive and Gender Equality (URGE) at the Ohio State University Chapter, Z Collective at Metro Detroit

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Editorial: Support of center has catch

Sep. 21, 2014

Ohio University announced plans last week to build a new student-athlete academic center in the north end zone of Peden Stadium. The facility, which will cost an estimated $5.5 million, will be made possible by a $2.25 million donation from alumni Perry and Sandy Sook and will bear their namesake. The fundraising campaign that will cover the estimated remaining cost ($2.75 million) reminds us of a recent university fundraising efforts of larger means but similar significance. The Walter Fieldhouse, which sits next door to the site of the academic building, was made possible by a large lead donation, a subsequent fundraising campaign, and, later on, student fees.As long as this fundraising campaign doesn’t follow that same route, we support the idea of a new academic facility. We oppose the construction of the facility if it goes the way of the fieldhouse — which is available to all students, to be fair. This academic building would be used by only the approximate 450 student-athletes, so all students should not be tasked with supporting it. We already heartily support our student-athletes — with our fees and otherwise — so we think an additional cost to students would be unnecessary.Of course, there has been no indication that student fees will be used for the academic center. But that was initially the case with the fieldhouse as well — to the best of our knowledge. To reiterate our point: We’re in favor of improved facilities for our student-athletes as long as the necessary finances come from donors, not students. If that were not the case, we can think of better uses for our tuition dollars.Editorials represent the majority of The Post’s executive editors.

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