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E D I T O R ’ S N O T E"All Together Now,"by Cora Swan In my experience, the spring traditional semester always seems to be much busier than the fall. Thereare so many events that happen-- On the Move, the gala, and the Women's Leadership Conference, justto name a few. This means that we in the newsroom are constantly putting our heads together to bring you the bestcampus and global news possible. A large part of that for this edition was figuring out how to genuinelyhonor Black History Month. Our team is committed to bringing stories to these pages that aremultifaceted-- both celebrating Black individuals and institutions while acknowledging the pain andinjustice that continues to plague America. Thank you to Rowanne Mustafa and the Black StudentUnion, Office of Multicultural Affairs, Student Life, and all of the community members who participatedin making this into what I hope is a well-rounded edition.We also have implemented a Student Voices section for thissemester. I want to thank Dia Arias for pushing for such asection last fall, and all of those who submitted yourthoughts on how Bay Path can better serve its students. Weare seeking responses from faculty and staff and will keepyou updated on the institution’s progress in the comingeditions. On a personal note, as I am graduating in May I am trying myhardest to slowly step back so that the leaders of the 2023-2024 Network News team can begin to craft their own legacy.While my name will (hopefully) not be on as many articlesthis semester, I am still here and determined to bring you thebest quality magazine possible.Finally, if you're reading this in real-time, Happy Valentine'sDay! Me outside the Metropolitan Museum of Art over Winter Break. Source: Mary Brainerd (my grandmother)This month's cover of the Network News, titled "All Together Now"and created by Cora Swan, depicts the message of communitypervasive throughout Black History Month. With three different handsreaching inward, it demonstrates that togetherness and focus onpreserving our history and culture is a way to keep moving forward. -Julia DeRidder

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Black HistoryMonth SectionFebruary 1- March 1, 2023Carter G. Woodson, the founder ofBlack History Month, was a scholarand a member of the NAACPwhose dedication to the history ofBlack people led to theestablishment of Black HistoryMonth. After being barred from theAmerican Historical Associationconferences despite being a dues-paying member, Woodson believedthat the white-dominatedAssociation had little interest inBlack history or exploring theaccomplishments and studies done by African-Americans.Pitched initially as Negro HistoryWeek during the birthdays ofAbraham Lincoln and FrederickDouglass, the idea was laterreconstructed as Black HistoryMonth and was officially registeredin 1976. Today, we celebrate BlackHistory Month as a reminder ofAfrican cultural roots and toeducate others about the best andworst of times.--Cora SwanReflections at Community LunchPersonal heroes of Black History MonthEight Black individuals leaving their mark on historyThe colors that make us: Black History MonthEvents from the Black Student UnionSection includes:

Black History Month reflections at Community Lunchsubmitted by Elizabeth Cardona, Executive Director of Multicultural Affairs and International Student LifeJanikah Brice expressed her excitement for theoccasion. “Black History Month is a reminder totake a pause and reflect on who I am, my livedexperience as a Black woman, and the livedexperiences of Black people before me. Thisincludes me reflecting on the joys of being Blacksuch as- Black excellence, Black culture, Blackbeauty, and more. This also includes me reflectingon some of the traumatic parts of my history suchas violence done to Black people and the silencedBlack voices. I often reflect on all that those beforeme endured, for me to get me to where I am today.I use this as a driving factor in thinking about thetype of PA I plan to be. I will be a PA who isdedicated to my people. It is important to me thatall my patients- but especially my black and brownpatients feel represented, heard, and seen in theirhealthcare when working with me.” Kerby Neuvieme shared his perspective on BlackHistory Month. “We think about prominent figureslike Martin Luther King who lead for unity and SerenaWilliams who was able to excel athletically, and itfurther motivates us to want to be great. It reminds usthat there is no cap or ceiling to Black excellence andwe should always keep reaching for the stars. I knowfor myself that I’m Haitian, and looking at differentblack role models is always a constant reminder to methat I should strive to not only succeed personally butbe a role model to those who are younger than me.And that's what it's all about, seeing all POC succeedin their own avenue and watching them grow. So thefact that you are all here is demonstrating yourcare/love for this objective which means the world tome personally."Kerby Neuvieme, G'24, Elizabeth Cardona, andJanikah Brice, G’24. Source: Elizabeth CardonaAlvin Project Jazz Band with Dr. Tanya Coles-Dailey,Assistant Director of Health & Wellness, ElizabethCardona, and Dr. Frank Rojas, V.P. of EnrollmentManagment)As part of Black History Month, on February 9, aCommunity Lunch was hosted in Blake Dining Hallwith a live jazz performance featuring The AlvinCarter Project. The hybrid event was well attendedand included reflections from two graduate studentspursuing a Masters in the Physician AssistantProgram who will complete their programs in 2024.The Black History themed lunch, hosted by HumanResources, Student Life, Institutional Advancementand the Office of Multicultural Affairs, highlightedthe Bay Path Core Value: Diversity Makes UsStronger. Aramark Dining Services prepared adelicious complimentary meal which was extended toall staff and commuter students.

Dr. David G. Carter, former chancellor of theConnecticut State University System and formerPresident of Eastern Connecticut State UniversityDr. Carter was the president of ECSU while I was an undergraduatestudent there. His passion for higher education and his evidentcommitment to students are things I try to live up to myself. Laterlearning that Dr. Carter was the first African American to serve as apresident of a four-year college in Connecticut, I continue to beinspired by his legacy today.-- Dr. Peter TestoriTarana BurkeShe is a powerful activist and advocate, and she hasbeen an unwavering agent of change. She advocatesfor us to work on ourselves personally to be strongerin the work collectively. She said this about thatprocess and about living out loud as our authenticselves: “As long as we are not living in our fullhumanity, we cannot create a world for humanity.” --Jess HicksPersonal heroes of Black History MonthJames BaldwinBecause of his willingness to speak more honestly(and accurately) about America than anyonebefore or since...and the courage it took as a gayBlack man to do so during the time he existed.--Dawud BrownThe Network News reached out to the Bay Path community to share who their Blackpersonal heroes are. Here are their responses:Tarana Burke. Source: FlickrJames Baldwin. Source: Wikimedia Commons Eastern Connecticut State University. Source; Wikimedia Commonssection edited by Julia DeRidder

Rev. Fred Shuttlesworth of Birmingham, AlabamaRev. Fred Shuttlesworth fought segregation and Klanviolence in the city of Birmingham in the 1950s and1960s, before Dr. King placed a spotlight on the city in1963. The city was known as "Bombingham" for thenumerous Klan bombings, one of which was at Rev.Shuttlesworth's home, which he and his wife Rubysurvived. He was once assaulted by Klan members withchains and clubs as he tried to enroll his daughter in asegregated white school. Others in the movement calledShuttlesworth "fearless" for his willingness to facedown racists, terrorists, and death in the cause ofjustice.-- Dr. Robert SurbrugPrincePrince has been one of my biggest musical inspirationssince I was in kindergarten. He is revered as such alegendary artist for good reason: he defied gender normsin his fashion expression, was an exceptionally talentedguitarist, and was a creative visionary in each and everyproject he worked on. I will forever consider him to beone of my biggest heroes and inspirations!--Lola CasillasPrince. Source: Wikimedia CommonsStatue of Reverand FredShuttlesworth. Source: FlickrAbout the video: Lawrence "Larry"Watson, a professor at Berklee College ofMusic in Boston, MA, released a new videoto highlight the anthem written by JamesWeldon Johnson, "Lift Every Voice andSing"(new version) and to recognizehistory-making African Americans -- see how many people you know.

Noname. Source: Wikimedia CommonsFatimah Nyeema Warner, aka NonameA rapper, literacy advocate, and poet. She created NoNameBook Club, which is focused on radical Black texts. InFebruary of 2019, she reported that the organization hadsent 756 books to incarcerated members.Insta @nonamehiding Feminista JonesAn author, educator, public speaker, community activist,podcaster, and retired social worker. She has spoken atmultiple prestigious universities, created the true-crimepodcast Black Girl Missing, and founded the Afro-centric Sankofa Summer School for people aged 14 plus. Insta: @feministajones Website linkAmani SawariA poet, advocate, and prison abolitionist. Sawari is thecreator of SawariMedia, which focuses on creating newnarratives for incarcerated individuals and theircommunities while amplifying marginalized voices. Hercauses include End Felony Disenfranchisement,Reconstruct Sentencing Laws, and Right 2 Vote.SawariMedia website linkKleaver CruzA writer, educator, and creator. They are the founder ofthe Black Joy Project, a program affirming that Blackjoy is resistance. Cruz has been publishing work onlinefor over a decade.Insta: @theblackjoyproject Website linkWhile well-known activists like Rosa Parks, Dr. King,Maya Angelou, and Malcolm X deserve their memoriesand legacies to be upheld, it’s also time to put a spotlighton up-and-coming Black individuals who are using theirvoices for good. The following are just a few of the peoplethat are leaving their mark on this moment in history.(Continued on next page)Eight Black individuals leaving their mark on history by Julia DeRidderFeminista Jones. Source: Flickr

Ashlie Thomas. Source: Julia DeRidderAshlie ThomasA food security activist, educator, vlogger, and author. Shebelieves in self-sustainability and wellness, and shares herexperience gardening as well as tips and tricks. Sherecently published the book How to Become a Gardener:Find Empowerment in Creating Your Own Food Security.Thomas spoke at Bay Path in 2022. You can read about herevent in the March 2022 edition of the Network News. Insta @the.mocha.gardenerThaddeus CoatesA New York-based model, designer, and artist. He createsjoyous and retrospective pieces of artwork whileamplifying Black voices. Coates speaks up against bodyshaming in the modeling industry and published achildren’s book Shine: The Podderite Chronicles in 2018. Insta @hippypotter Website linkKheris Rogers. Source: IMDbKheris RogersA 16-year-old beauty entrepreneur, model, actress, andactivist. She created the clothing line Flexin’ In MyComplexion at ten years old with her sister Taylor.Rogers promotes self-love and anti-bullying. Herclothing line was a part of New York Fashion Week,making her the youngest designer to be featured at theestablishment.Insta @kherispoppin Flexin' In My Compexion website linkJames McGee IIAn organizer of the Black Archives Youth CoalitionNetwork, or BAYCON. BAYCON started as a safe spacefor Black individuals to discuss matters affecting themwithout fear of judgment. It has grown into a movementengaging youth in their communities, and spread itsmembers to include other people of color.Baycon website link

The colors that make us:Black History MonthMarcus Garvey. Source: Canva. by Hailey LenskiAs we take time to focus on our appreciation and awareness aroundBlack history, regardless of what race we are, it is important to keep inmind the peace, unity, and pride that is symbolized by the colors whichdecorate this month’s celebrations and remembrance. It is equallyimportant to recognize that the meaning of these colors and symbolsmay differ according to historic era, circumstance, individualperspective, affiliation, and experience, yet it will continue to changeand grow in depth and meaning as time goes on. Red is the color of the blood which men must shed for their redemption andliberty; Black is the color of the noble and distinguished race to which we belong;Green is the color of the luxuriant vegetation of our Motherland Africa.Designed and created by Marcus Garvey in 1920, the red, black, and green flaghas become known worldwide as a marker of freedom, pride, and the politicalpower of Black Americans. It is also known as the UNIA flag, the BlackLiberation flag, and the Pan African flag. Over the years, colors of flags andother cultural elements have expressed and defined meaning for decades. The Universal Negro Catechism, published by the UNIA in 1921, refers to thecolors of the flag as follows: As we enter this month of remembrance and education for Blackhistory and other celebratory months and occasions, it is important tounderstand the colors and symbols associated with certain times andactivities. “A people withoutknowledge of their pasthistory, origin andculture is like a treewithout roots.” –Marcus GarveyMarcus Garvey was a Jamaican political activist,journalist, and speaker, as well as the founder ofthe Universal Negro Improvement Association andAfrican Communities League (UNIA), anorganization to promote anti-colonialism and Black nationalism

(continued on next page)On January 22, 2023, the first new moon of the year appeared.Depending on the culture, the Lunar New Year follows either thelunisolar calendar or the lunar calendar. The lunar calendar follows thephases of the moon which typically last around a month. They beginand end at different points of the cycle (i.e., full, crescent, or new)depending on the culture, but there aren’t many that solely follow themoon. The solar calendar follows the position of Earth’s sun and ismost popular in states in India like Punjab and Tamil Nadu. Manycultures combine the two which makes the lunisolar calendar.The Lunar New Year is often synonymous with the Chinese NewYear in the United States. While it isn’t wrong to refer to it as such, itdoesn’t account for the other countries that celebrate. It is mostpopular in east Asian countries such as China, Japan, Mongolia,Vietnam, and both North and South Korea. Happy Lunar New Yearby Kaylah SheppardOn January 22, 2023, lost their lives to a senseless attackduring their Lunar New Year party. We are sending lots oflove and positivity to the families affected and communitiesthat celebrate during this time. Source: Columbia University

Check out howthese culturescelebrate!MongoliaMongolia refers to the Lunar New Year as Tsagaan Sar whichtranslates to “White Moon.” This holiday marks the beginningof spring after a tiring winter and is most important to theMongolian nomads who started the traditions more than 2000years ago. Festivals are held and people come together withfamily to follow a variety of symbolic rituals. The elders of thefamily are to be greeted first, and then the entire family sitstogether to eat traditional foods like sheep’s tail, Mongoliandumplings (Buuz), and rice with curds. A few traditions aresimilar to the way China celebrates, like their version ofZodiacs. Both countries use animals, but in other versions theyfollow Buddhist values which are also incorporated intotraditions, to shape the horoscope. This version uses theelements of the earth such as volcanos, geysers, and caves. VietnamIn Vietnam, the celebration is referred to as “Tết.” Each region and religionhas its own traditions but during this time people return home to see familysince the holiday is family-centered. Parades fill the streets and make as muchnoise as possible using drums, firecrackers, gongs, and bells to ward off evilspirits. Dancers hide and wear different masks to do the “múa lân” or “liondancing” which is a symbol of strength in Vietnamese culture. After parades,traditional dishes are shared, including “Bánh chưng,” a tightly packed stickyrice with meat or bean filling.ChinaIn China, people celebrate the Lunar New Year or SpringFestival ( ) to let go of the old year and bring luck to thenew one. Celebrations include lanterns, fireworks, red clothes,and decorations. There are many traditions such as cleaningtheir homes to get rid of any leftover bad luck, eating specialdishes like nian gao (a sweet glutinous rice cake), which looselytranslates to higher up and is meant to signal success, andgifting children money in red envelopes. China also has its ownzodiac calendar which follows the lunar calendar. We’veofficially entered the year of the rabbit. Check the chart to theright to see what your Chinese zodiac is! Sources: Mongolia-ways, Oprahdaily, VietnamTravel, Columbia University

The school should make itmuch easier to know whoto contact if you have aserious illness that makesyou fail the semester.Students are free to start clubs for any major oractivity as long as they can get a faculty advisorto vouch for the club, write a mission statementfor the club's purpose, and confirm that there areat least fifteen interested members including aPresident, Vice President, Secretary, andTreasurer. For more information on starting aclub and getting it approved, reach out to theStudent Government at sga@baypath.edu. More clubs forevery major.Student Voices!This is the inaugural edition of the Student Voices section. We askedstudents to share the change they want to see on campus, with the hope ofhelping the campus community get the answers they are searching for.Creating positive change, one page at a time. So sorry you had to go through this. The simplestoption in a situation in which you were physicallyunable to attend class or do coursework is towithdraw from the classes so that it does not affectyour academic standing and grades. Academicadvisors for each major are available to contact todiscuss further details such as how that may affectfuture semesters. A full list of academic advisors isavailable on the Bay Path website if you are unsurewhich one is yours. (continued on next page)Section edited by Julia DeRidder and Rebecca Wehner

We feel the student's pain! We get cold sometimes too. It's an ongoing issue,in part because of the building design and age. The main and upper floors are69-70 degrees today, when the outdoor temperature is about 35 degrees. Buton very cold and windy days, it's hard to keep the temperature in the buildingas warm as we'd like because there is no way to block the cold air that rushesin every time the door is opened. It funnels up the stairs and around the mainfloor. But Facilities is really working to help us keep the temperature morecomfortable. Over the past few months they have replaced some furnace partsand thermostats. At the end of January they fixed the thermostats on the lowerlevel, so it's now a much balmier 69 degrees downstairs, no longer a verychilly 60 degrees. We hope these efforts make the library more comfortableduring these colder months. -Miriam NeimanIncrease thetemperature in thelibrary, it’s set to abalmy 64 degrees. I’mso cold.(continued on next page)We understand the students’ thoughts surrounding thecommuter lounge. On top of the current commuter loungespace, there are many other quiet studying spots for students oncampus. Hatch Learning Commons has new hours andadditional studying rooms which can be reserved here.Classrooms can also be reserved for studying purposes as wellby emailing registrar@baypath.edu. The Octagon/WildcatLounge in Blake is available by reservation toazaczynski@baypath.edu. And of course, the Fireplace Loungeis another available comfortable space for students.-Allison ZaczynskiPut the commuter loungeback where it was- thecurrent room is so loud and inconvenient.More campus resourcesand events at RyanCenter for graduatestudents! Thank you for the feedback. Graduate studentsare an important population of our community,and we look forward to providing moreengagement opportunities such as resource fairs,speaking engagements, stress relief programsand more!-Allison Zaczynski

Have the cafe in the Ryan centeropen on weekends, specificallySaturdays for those who travel tocampus for labs.Put door openers on the bottomof bathroom doors. So manystudents either don't wash theirhands or just rinse them.Open everything to COED!!!!The Network News team supportsthe needs of the student body. Ifyour submission does not have aresponse, it is because we are incommunication with faculty andstaff to bring you the best answerpossible. We hope to bring moreupdates in the next issue! The campus has a lot of accessibilityissues to those with physical disabilities.Here are some other changes students would like to see on campus: Bay Path University’s annual Student Gala iscoming up on March 18th. Please be on thelookout for more information to come! -Allison ZaczynskiThe Network News plans to follow up on thissubject regarding the possibility of morecampus events. I would like moredances.

And more!Highlighting the BSU Compost Bin Initiative Friends of Hatch

Interactive drumming andstorytelling workshop withAlvin Benjamin Carter, Jr. 3:30 - 5:00 PM, Fireplace Lounge in BlakeStudent CommonsWednesday,Feb 15Black HistoryMonth EventTuesday,Feb 21Panel Discussion highlightingBlack Experiences, From Adversity, Resistance to Resilience 12:00 - 1:30 PM, Philip Ryan Center Black HistoryMonth EventFriday, Feb 24Black HistoryMonth Eventthe Annual Poetry Jam hosted bythe Black Student Union 8:00 -10:00 PM, Mills Theater in Carr HallSaturday, Feb 25Bay Path Night at SpringfieldThunderbirds Game 7:05 PM,MassMutual Center inSpringfield, MA Bay Path University's Ignite Award Show 6:00-8:00 PM,Mills Theater in Carr Hall Thursday,March 30Want an event added to the next KeyDates section? Email studentnewsroom@baypath.eduwith the event place, date, and time. Key Dates

The Bay Path community came together on Thursday, February9 to reflect on the life of Tyre Nichols. After a moment ofsilence, Crystal Neuhauser gave a reminder of why we werethere and who Tyre was. The night continued with a review ofhis website.Participants learned together about his love of art andskateboarding and who Trye was as a person. The eventcontinued with students, faculty, and staff engaging in aconversion of what we could each do within our circles and atBay Path University to not only cope with this tragedy, butcontinue to honor his legacy as well as continue to work ondiversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts as acommunity. Dr. Peter Testori, Dr. Tanya Coles-Dailey, Elizabeth Cardona,Ramona East, Crystal Senter-Brown, Dr. Vernon Percy, andDinah Moore graciously served as support staff for students,faculty, and staff who needed someone to speak with throughoutthe event. A huge thank you to not only these faculty and staffmembers but the entire Student Life staff, Rowanne Mustafa andJanell Smith (Co-presidents of The Black Student Union), GregKowalewski, Allison Zaczynski, Kathy Wroblewski, CrystalNeuhauser, Crystal Senter-Brown, and Janine Fondon.Tyre Nichols Community Circle submitted by Dinah Moore,Dean of Students"As a community, let us beever mindful of taking careof one another as we holdthe family and friends ofTyre Nichols in ourthoughts and prayers." Sandra J. Doran, J.D.President, Bay Path University Source: Tyre Nichols family photo

Highlighting the Black Student UnionThe Black Student Union focuses on bringingawareness to current national and global issues thatwe may see reflected in the Bay Path communitywhile gaining a better understanding of diversitythrough engaging activities. We recently had our "Cooking Class with Othnel" at the food pantry on February 1. Students wereallowed to handpick ingredients in the food pantryand were demonstrated a meal to make. Othnel, whois a chef at Bay Path, provided us with a meal thatwas healthy, quick, and yummy! Mission: The goal of the BSU is to allow studentsto have a space to better understandhow the experiences they go throughthroughout life impact them as aperson. This club will be open to allstudents regardless of their racialand/or cultural differences. This clubwelcomes diversity as it provides a tablefor necessary discussions and a place that promotes acceptance andgenuine understanding.Our e-board is made up of Janell Smith & RowanneMustafa, both of our presidents. Asli Hassan,Amaya Jones, Imanie Jean-Pierre, and SashaRockhold make our executive board members. Thisprovides an all-equal power board allowing us tobounce off each other's strengths in reaching theclub's mission."Cooking Class with Othnel" eventSource: Rowanne Mustafaby Rowanne Mustafa

Events and actions this school year by theEnvironmental Club have included:The Recycle Table:Located by the dance studio and near the commuterlounge entrance, it has significantly expanded. You cannow drop off your dull razors, used home fragrances, oldmascara wands, dead batteries, and even coffee pods. Atthe end of each academic year, the club members shipout the items to TerraCycle, where the materials aredisposed of properly or upcycled into something unique.Last year, contact lenses were collected and used toproduce benches in dog parks. Thrift pop-ups:The jeans you no longer loved, or the sweater that sat inthe back of your drawer for years received anotherchance during the low-priced thrift pop-up in September.Most of the items were sold or donated. Julia Dudek, alumni, and President Doran. Source: Gabrielly Braga de Oliveira. Bay Path’s Environmental Club has been more activethan ever before. Over the past year, significant changeshave been implemented that have allowed it to flourishinto the impactful club it is today. Right now, its maininitiative is to raise enough money for a compost bin oncampus. Read more about this initiative on the next page.Plants sold in upcycled jars:Spider plants, dolphin plants, succulents, and more weresuccessfully planted into the empty soup cans and picklejars and sold during Bay Path’s Friends and FamilyEvent in October. Self-Care for you and the planet:In November, we helped students de-stress with ourevent where self-care items such as hand-made soap,cotton rounds, and cozy clothing were sold for student-friendly prices. Bamboo toothbrushes were alsoPresident Doran, Club Secretary Sara Brescia, Club President Julia Dudek, Club Vice President Gabrielly Braga deOliveira, Club Treasurer Isabella Hinkle, and Club Social Media Coordinator Khilie LuczynskiSource: Gabrielly Braga de OliveiraEnvironmental Club's successful year thus farby Julia Dudek(Continued on next page)

Bay Path University has been collecting trash into largedumpsters which are emptied into landfills. The Enviroteam decided to make it our mission to change this. Weare advocating for compost bins which significantlyreduce the institution's carbon footprint, not to mentionthe ease and affordability of this initiative. At the relaunch of the Self-Care for you and the planetevent, most products were sold, but it is the DecemberWinterfest that brought us significant attention andprofit. Soaps and handmade environmentally-orientedornaments were sold to Bay Path Alumni, students,family, and friends. All of the proceeds went towardthe compost bin. Although not finalized, it seems we are heading in theright direction. We hope to fundraise $500 by the endof the spring semester. We currently fundraised 25% ofour goal, with more to come soon.exchanged for plastic toothbrushes. This was by far ourmost successful event of the year. A week later weannounced a re-launch, with the proceeds goingtowards the fundraiser for a compost bin.Eco-friendly gifts email campaign:To wrap up the year, 10 days of eco-Christmas,Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa ideas were sent out during thefinal days of December to educate and introducesustainable holiday ideas to the entire community,including students, faculty, and staff. We will continue to educate the ease and importance ofsustainability as well as climate change to the Bay Pathcommunity. Keep an eye out for our upcomingprograms, including the scrub sale and butterfly gardentrip in March. It is the Environmental Club that willbring the impacts many talk about but fail to act on. The Compost Bin Initiative

Fred Sokol onSilverbirch Summerand writing atFriends of HatchSokol read aloud only a few excerpts from his novel SilverbirchSummer before speaking about his career as a journalist,including interviewing legendary individuals such as Bob Cousy,Sharon Gless, and Ann Beattie, and his eventual shift into writingfiction. He called his move to novels an “evolutionary process.” It wasn’tuntil his sixties that he began his fiction writing, but he hadalways composed stories throughout his life. “While I was busywith my other careers, it turns out I was writing novels.” “How very precarious it is to be out there. It’s incrediblyrewarding… but it’s an insecure position,” Sokol said ofpublishing. But as his friends told him during the Q&A portion ofthe event, he’s writing about specific time periods that shouldn’tbe forgotten. Paul Joffe, a longtime friend of Sokol’s informedhim that his novel brought up “a whole flood of memories.” Inthat sense, the precariousness and insecurity pale in comparisonto the reward it brings to Sokol and his readers alike. Fred Sokol, the author of SilverbirchSummer and veteran journalist, was thefirst Friends of Hatch speaker of thesemester. His conversational take on theentire hour confirmed his confession, “Iwish you were all in my living room.” Theevent easily could have been renamedFriends of Fred, as the majority of theaudience members took the time toreminisce and catch up with Fred duringthe 20-minute Q&A session. About Silvebirch Summer: For April, the rustic Silverbirch Lodge in the Catskills wasmagical, a tree palace. It was where Long Islanders in 1965,who didn’t have their own vacation homes, went to get awayfor the summer. And after a whirlwind senior year of highschool, it seemed like the perfect place to spend the time beforecollege deciding what she really wanted to do with her life…and play basketball. Source: AmazonFred Sokol Source: Julia DeRidderby Julia DeRidderSource: Amazon

Samantha and Coach Connery go over hisfavorite memories from Bay Path, othersports he enjoys, and more. Thank you toCoach Connery for being a part of this interview.Grayson Connery, Bay Path's new soccer coach,was interviewed by Samantha Robinson onFebruary 8, 2023. Bay Path hasn't had a soccerteam since 2019, which was when CoachConnery was a student. Introducing Bay Path's new soccer coach by Samantha Robinson

The T-Birds weren’t done yet. At the 15:39 markof the second period, once again on the power play,#3 Matt Kessel got a pass from #11 Hugh McGingand #41 Will Bitten to put the T-Birds up by twogoals going into the second intermission. The thirdperiod came, and at the 4:34 mark of the finalperiod, #32 Mitchell Holescher got a pass from #11Hugh McGing and #3 Matt Kessel. Then at the7:17 mark of the final period, #11 Hugh McGinggot a pass from #33 Brady Lyle and #41 WillBitten; at this point, the score was 5-1, with theThunderbirds in the lead. At the 11:56 mark of the final period, #18 MathisLaferriere got a pass from #63 Matthew Peca and#91 Martin Frk to essentially end the game rightthere with the final score being T-Birds 6,Belleville 1. After the game both teamscongratulated referee #10 Terry Koharski on agreat career. Local heroes honored at Springfield Thunderbirds Gameby Samantha RobinsonOn Saturday, January 28 in front of a sold-outcrowd, the Springfield Thunderbirds honored localheroes during their annual Hometown Heroes night. The night started with recognizing Referee #10 TerryKoharski for his forty-plus years in the AHL. Then itwas game time for the Thunderbirds, as they took onthe visiting Belleville Senators.There was no scoring in the first period, and duringthe first intermission, the T-Birds honored hometownheroes with a parade of vehicles on the ice. 59seconds into the second period, #91 Martin Frk got apass from #63 Matthew Peca and #33 Brady Lyle toput the T-Birds on the board. Belleville then tied the game at one apiece at the4:58 mark of the second period, when #16 MatthewBoucher got a pass from #11 Kyle Bettes. Unfortunately for the Senators, that was the onlygoal they would score that night because at the 5:33mark of the second period, #41 Will Bitten got a passfrom #11 Hugh McGing to put the Thunderbirds upby a goal on the powerplay. (Pictured left)Joel Hofer saying goodbye to #10 Terry Koharski. Source: Samantha RobinsonSource: Samantha Robinson

I'm happy to share that 305 books werecollected from the Bay Path community anddelivered to the Ronald McDonald House inSpringfield. I'm proud of the leadership AlexBeebe showed as President of Psi Chi inorganizing this and facilitating all aspects.Thank you to all the Psi Chi members whoparticipated in this. It was a wonderful causeand will certainly help the children goingthrough a rough time away from home. In case you missed it!Important emails sent out between January and FebruarySuccessful book donation to Ronald McDonald HouseSent by Diane Hall, dhall@baypath.eduA big thank-you as always to the Bay Pathcommunity for supporting the book drive yearafter year. Because of Covid, we had to take abreak the last few years and it feels good to beback in the swing of things. Please know yourdonations surely made a child smile. Nina Colon, Alex Beebe, Angela Nelson, and Lauren Matukaitis. Source: Alexus Beebe.

We would like to announcethat following a second roundof applicants for the StudentGovernment AssociationExecutive Board, MackenzieO’Rourke has been appointedSecretary. Mackenzie will be joining theexisting members of the SGAExecutive Board. Mackenziewas the only student whoapplied for the position ofSecretary, therefore voting wasnot necessary.Following a call to form the SenateTask Force, we are pleased toannounce the members: Barera AliDia Almonte AriasJamie-Lynn BaberAsli HassanAmaya JonesNashwa MohamedRowanne Mustafa Imanie Jean PierreUpdates to SGA &Senate Task ForceSent bystudentlife@baypath.eduSource: Student LifeSource: Student Life

Ignite Awards: Glow from WithinThe Tiger Team and Student Newsroom arecollaborating to bring you the Ignite Awards:Glow from Within, held on March 30th from6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in Mills Theatre and on Zoom.Please come to the Ignite Awards dressedinterpreting the theme. We welcome andcelebrate your individuality! How do you ignite?How do you glow from within? Express yourselfwith your dress.We are accepting nominations for students whoignite Bay Path University and exemplify the corevalues. Bay Path University staff and faculty cannominate all students (TRAD, GRAD, andTAWC). All students are invited to nominate theirpeers, as well as nominate themselves. Invitationand Zoom link to come!Submit nominations here:https://forms.gle/DJSpS4EbXYsjLh4h9

Here's WhatWe're WatchingGlass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022)Directed by Rian Johnson Shows and movies we've been streaming all month long!(continued on next page)Source: IMDb.(Continued on next page)Sequels have a tendency to be much worse than theoriginal, but this charming movie is an exception. It’sjust as well done and witty as the first Enola Holmes,a Victorian-era adventure/mystery movie aboutSherlock Holme’s plucky teenage sister. The secondfilm follows Enola (Millie Bobby Brown) as sheinvestigates the disappearance of a girl who works at amatch-making plant. It’s not only a satisfying watchwith an excellent cast, but also provides a family-friendly look into the deplorable working conditionsof the 1800s and women’s liberation movements. Ihighly recommend this film series if you want anengaging but easy watch. -Julia DeRidderEnola Holmes 2 (2022)Directed by Harry BradbeerSpeaking of sequels, Glass Onion acts as a continuationof Knives Out, which was a hit back in 2019. Yetanother murder mystery, the story follows DetectiveBenoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) as he's invited to the Greekvacation home of billionaire Miles Bron (EdwardNorton) for a fun weekend of murder mystery. The filmhas biting social commentary with an amazing cast and aretro vibe, as well as an ending that will take your breathaway. I can't say anything else without spoiling it: youjust have to see it for yourself!-Cora Swan Source: IMDb.

Eve's Bayou (1997)Directed by Kasi LemmonsBefore you watch this film, I must stress a trigger warning forviolence and sexual assault. Eve’s Bayou is a staple film in blackculture. It follows the story of an affluent black family living inLouisiana and is set in the 1960’s. The film does a beautiful jobof showcasing Creole people and their culture while showing theimportance of intergenerational bonding and how you shouldhave more trust in your memory, so that you can tell your story.Artistically speaking, the way memory is portrayed in this filmmakes sense due to the genre being Southern Gothic. There’smeant to be feelings of dark confusion but I was left withquestions for Kasi Lemmons, the writer and director. Despite my questions I enjoyed being able to watch a movie that starred anall-black ensemble and didn’t center “black pain” (graphicdepictions of violence against black people that is based inracism) as the topic of the film. Black history doesn’t alwayshave to include race-based trauma. If you enjoy drama andthought-provoking films you will enjoy this movie. -Kaylah SheppardDead to Me(2019-2022)created by Liz FeldmanSource: IMDb.Source: IMDb.I recently watched all three seasons of Dead toMe, and was immediately pulled in by the chaosand the twists of this series! The story beginswith the lead character, Jen, attending griefsupport meetings after her husband was killedin a hit-and-run. The mystery surrounding thecircumstances of his death unravels throughoutthe series and the tumultuous friendship Jendevelops with fellow grief support attendeeJudy, who is not all that she seems. Many ofthe twists happen early on, but the surprises justkeep coming! I can honestly say that I washooked the entire time and empathized withthese imperfect women that are just trying tosurvive. Highly recommend!-Rebecca Wehner

Current Events & Social Justice CONTENT WARNING: This section often includes sensitive topicssuch as police brutality, discrimination, natural disasters and death. This is a recurring section of the Bay Path Network News. Avariety of social issues have been and will continue to bediscussed, such as minority recognition, gender equality, theBlack Lives Matter movement, global conflict, and more.Source: Canva.

29-year-old Tyre Nichols killedby Memphis police officers by Rebecca WehnerSource: Bluescape.Yet another horrific death of an unarmed Blackman has made headlines this past month, and anemphasis on the racial circumstances has takenthe forefront of the conversation and has forcedmany to take a deeper look at the history ofpolice brutality. On January 7, five police officers severely beatTyre Nichols during a traffic stop, having pulledhim over for reckless driving. The officers useda taser and a baton to assault him for threeminutes straight while he was restrained.Nichols was hospitalized in critical conditionand died three days after the incident. The fiveofficers responsible for the death were fired onJanuary 20. The officers were arrested and charged withmurder, kidnapping, assault, and misconductfollowing the events of Nichols' death. Twoother police officers and three firefighters thatattended the scene were also relieved of dutyfor inadequately assessing Nichols' injuries andfailing to intervene when the beating occurred. This tragedy has sparked further protests in theUnited States calling for police reform andaccountability for all officers who performracial biases. The nature of this incident, withthe five officers at fault being Black, hasfurther caused the community to lament andquestion the reasoning behind the violentpursuit of Nichols. (Continued on next page)

Dear Bay Path Community,It was only two weeks ago that we celebrated the life and work of Dr. Martin LutherKing, Jr., one of America’s most revered social activists and civil rights advocates. As a leader in nonviolent resistance, Dr. King voiced his belief in the BelovedCommunity, built upon his Six Principles of Nonviolence. He also spoke out againstpolice brutality and the impact of systemic racism. He knew that if America were tofind its best self, then love must be cultivated and uplifted to tip the scales against hateand violence. The recent death of Tyre Nichols at the hands of the Memphis, Tennessee policedepartment is an example of this systemic violence. Once again we are askingourselves: What can we do? How can we heal? In the coming days, there will be several ways for us to share our thoughts and feelings.> We will have multiple opportunities to join facilitated Critical Conversations, both inperson and another on Zoom.> A community-based event, in partnership with neighboring colleges and universities,is being planned to show our unity in addressing systemic violence.Details about these events will be shared soon.I also want to remind you there are resources available to support you, including ourcounseling center for students at 1.413.565.1354 and counseling@baypath.edu, as wellas UWill online counseling. The Employee Assistance Plan is available to staff andfaculty at this link or by calling 1.800.450.1327.As a community, we must be mindful and intentional of our Core Value, We AreCommitted to Equity: “We share honest acknowledgment that pervasive, enduring, and corrosive structuralinequities have caused BIPOC communities to suffer. Too, we recognize theuncomfortable and incontrovertible truth that ours is a world of imbalanced access toopportunities and resources. We are committed to leveling the playing field for thosewho are disproportionately impacted by unfair systems and pledge to create acommunity where all members participate justly, fairly, and fully.” We must have the courage to speak up and be intentional in our individual efforts forchange. As a community, let us be ever mindful of taking care of one another as wehold the family and friends of Tyre Nichols in our thoughts and prayers. With sadness, Sandra J. Doran, J.D. Bay Path President Sandra Doran sent out the following memo to students andfaculty to offer support to the community following the tragedy: Photo source: Bluescape.

Beyonce won four out of nineof her Grammy nominations,bringing her to 32 Grammywins in total and makinghistory by becoming the artistwith the most Grammy wins inhistory thus far.Kim Petras and Sam Smithwon a Grammy in the PopDuo/Group Category for theirsong "Unholy", making Petrasthe first trans woman to win aGrammy in this category.History-Making at the2023 Grammy Awards by Rebecca WehnerSource: Bluescape.Source: Bluescape.(continued on next page)

Lizzo won Record of the Yearfor her song "About DamnTime". In her acceptancespeech, she referenced Princeand Beyonce as artists whoinspired her as a performer. Source: Bluescape.Viola Davis joined an esteemed group of stars as she won a Grammy for BestAudiobook, Narration and Storytelling for the recording of her memoir, Finding Me.This historic moment officially makes Davis one of the select few in history to havewon an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony, also known as EGOT. In her acceptancespeech, Davis grew emotional, saying she wrote her memoir for her younger self andto honor both the happiness and the trauma that she experienced in her lifetime. Source: Bluescape.

Over 35,000 people have been killed andmillions are without homes as a result of twoearthquakes that hit Turkey and Syria onFebruary 6. The affected area is the size ofFrance, says CNN. Rescue efforts continue towork in freezing temperatures but the numberof rescues is dwindling. Experts are concernedabout both countries’ abilities to recover. The Turkish government has detained buildingcontractors and engineers that haveconnections to certain collapsed buildings,citing lax building codes. Tensions are frayingin Turkey, leading to security risks thatresulted in Austria and Germany suspendingtheir rescue operations. Syria and Turkey in crisis after earthquakeby Julia DeRidderSyria, already in shambles due to its civil war, isin an extremely precarious situation. According toUNICEF, in 2022 there were 14.6 million peoplewho were in need of humanitarian assistance.NPR and BBC reported on February 11 that thegovernment of Syria has not allowed aid workersfrom other countries to assist rebel-held towns innorthwest Syria. There are a limited amount ofcivil defense teams, and because of thegovernment's reluctance to allow rescue teamsthrough alternate routes, thousands are not gettingthe help they desperately need.The next page has resources that will help youassist those in the midst of this crisis. Sources: UNICEF; Wall Street Journal;CNN; AP News; NPR; BBC.The approximate epicenter of the earthquake. Source: Julia DeRidder

Children's Emergency Fund(https://support.savethechildren.org/site/Donation2?df_id=4988&mfc_pref=T&4988.donation=form1): The Children's Emergency Fund isan organization that helps communitiesbecome more resilient so that each time acrisis happens they can recover more quickly.Molham Volunteering Team(https://molhamteam.com/en/campaigns/439): Molham Volunteering Team is anonprofit, charitable organization founded in2012 in Jordan, by a group of then-universitystudents to help Syrian refugees.The White Helmets(https://www.whitehelmets.org/en/): TheWhite Helmets are a nonprofit dedicated torepairing Syrian homes and rescuing civiliansfrom rubble created by disaster and war. AFAD (https://en.afad.gov.tr): AFAD isTurkey's leading relief fund dedicated tohelping its citizens recover from disasters,due to Turkey's high volume of annualearthquakes.In only a few days, thousands of citizens inTurkey and Syria are displaced, with currentlyover 28,000 confirmed deaths, over 70,000injured, and many more missing in the turmoil. Intimes of great tragedy, it's important to do yourpart to help others through trying times and in theaftermath of a disaster. See if you can offer anyhelp to any of the following resources. Everypenny counts.NOTE: A few of these sites are not in English.There is a language option in the upper rightcorner of the home page that isdistinguishable by either a flag icon or theinitials of the language. List Of Donation ResourcesFor Turkey and Syria: How you can help Syria and Turkeyby Cora Swan

Health and Wellness SectionArticles and infographics about ways to stay bothphysically and emotionally healthy here at Bay Path and beyond!

We are all guilty at one point or another oflistening to a story told by a friend, peer, partner,or whomever, and we are listening, but onlythinking of ourselves and how we might relate totheir quarrels.Your friend might say, “it was so awful, shedumped me right there in the cafeteria” and whileyou might feel bad for your friend and truly careabout what they are saying, you may still replywith “well when I got dumped, he screamed at mein front of my whole family and then my dog died,and my parents got divorced, so I know how youfeel.” Maybe your story was not as extreme, butyou get the point. We have all listened with theintention of responding and not simply just tolisten, but to understand.This concept is a major flaw in our current systemof human communication. Often we are onlylistening to others with selfish ears, in which weaim to relate ourselves to the other party rather thanto put ourselves in their shoes and be a supportsystem. It is hard to talk to someone who makeseverything about themselves, or whose bodylanguage implies they would rather be doinganything else than listening to you.So next time you are sitting in the dining halllistening to your friend talk about something that isbothering them, or a great experience they had,instead of bringing yourself into the conversation,offer words of validation, or praise that is singularto them, to show your attentiveness, rather thanselfishness.The coronavirus pandemic has changed the waywe communicate. “Advised to wear facialcoverings and keep our distance from each other,we’ve had to find substitutes for the greetings,gestures, and other nonverbal cues we used to takefor granted”*. When we communicate, “nonverbalis everything but the actual language itself,” saidTricia Jones, a professor at the Klein College ofMedia and Communication who specializes innonverbal communication.Because of COVID, everyone has been pushedinto an online reality. While we get better atreading people we live with, we get worse atconnecting with other people we interact with inreal life. “Social and digital media are sure toremain important for the foreseeable future, butthey will not replace face-to-face interaction” **.In the last few years, we can agree that life haschanged drastically and the way we communicatehas faced changes as well. Learning new ways ofinteracting has proven to be quite a challenge.However, we can overcome that, whether it’sthrough asking for clarification during maskedconversations or requesting video calls formeetings. Stand up for what works best for you,while also being kind to others. Sources: **UAB*Temple UniversitySocial isolation is not healthyby Beyhan GonzalezListening withempathyby Isabelle Knipe

The Path ForwardWhereDays of WeekTimeHealthServicesMonday-Friday9:00 AM-5:00PMHatchLibraryMonday-Friday9:00 AM-5:00PMStudent LifeMonday-Friday9:00 AM-5:00PMRyan CenterContactHelen Gentile 413-565-1059Bringing you updates on the most recent Covid-19 policiesby Julia DeRidderVaccines:Mask policy:Testing:All on-ground students and employees must continue toprovide proof of being fully vaccinated with at least onebooster, with the exception of those with approved wavers.In Health ServicesRiding on the University shuttleYou are exposed to COVID-19 (on or off campus)You are testing positive for COVID-19Masks are not required in general spaces on campus butare highly recommended. You are still required to wear a mask while: As of January 30, PCR testing through Color Health/Broadis no longer offered, due to the low demand. The task forcewill continue to revise its protocols and in the future mayreinstate the PCR tests.If you require a PCR test, the Health Services Departmentis offering a limited amount on Monday through Fridayfrom 9:00 AM-4:00 PM. Rapid antigen tests are still available free of charge. Testing positive:Students: Report your results to MEDICATand notify Health Services athealthservices@baypath.edu. Mask for tendays and follow CDC's guidance.Employees: Notify Interim HR DirectorAshley Pereira at aspereira@baypath.edu.Mask for ten days and follow CDC's guidance.Rapid antigen testing access

CreativeSpotlightTHe Creative Spotlight is asection where we highlightsome of the amazing visualand literary art that ourstudents create. These piecescan range from poetry toillustrations.This month we feature artwork from Mars Gallant andpoetry from Virgil Lybarger. If you wish to have your art, writing, or creativeexpression featured in the next issue, please submit tostudentnewsroom@baypath.edu.Source: Canva

on my way home by Mars Gallant

LISTEN. there isn’t much time IT DOESN’T MATTER. ARE YOU LISTENING? yes GOOD. THE WALLS PULSE WITH DARK ANGRY VEINS AND YOURHAIR IS BURNING AND THE CEILINGS CAVE IN ON THEMSELVESAND MY WALLS SWALLOW YOU WHOLE BUT IT IS NOT BECAUSEYOU FAILED IT IS BECAUSE I LOVED YOU AND I DID NOT KNOWHOW TO SAVE YOU. i need to get out let me out THERE IS NO GETTING OUT NOT THIS TIME THE DARK IS TOOTHICK. let me out i can’t put it out from inside the house THERE IS NO PUTTING IT OUT. YOU ARE THE HOUSE. conversation between a girl and a house on fireby Virgil Lybarger