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Virgil Lybarger '25Graphic Design Directorhe/theyRebecca Wehner '24 Associate Editorshe/herSpring 2023 Network News TeamJulia DeRidder '23Editorshe/herContact us: studentnewsroom@baypath.edujderidder@baypath.edurwehner2001@baypath.eduSamantha Robinson '25Local Events Columnistshe/herCharlize Hernandez '23Creative Columnistshe/herContributors: Cora Swan '23Digital Artist & Art Directorshe/herBAY PATH UNIVERSITYSTUDENT NEWSROOMSpring 2023Hailey Lenski '24Creative Columnist,Instagram Managershe/herKaylah Sheppard '25Creative Columnistshe/theyCaroline AustinIsabelle KnipeLeah AnsaldoMarlyssa MendezMars GallantShelby Tippett

For the past few years, Network News’ March edition has focused on Women’s History Month.While women’s place in the world is an important topic, and we do have a section dedicated to it, thenewsroom team wanted to explore an additional direction for the main theme this year. As journalistswe are taught to have a flexible mindset, find alternative angles, and shift the status quo. Routines canbe helpful, but they can also make us complacent.E D I T O R ’ S N O T ECreativity is the opposite of complacency.That’s why we bring you this issue devoted tocreativity. As the Liberal Study’s capstone, ledby Dr. Ruch, is teaching me, creativity is noteasily defined. But that spark, curiosity, andwillingness to follow through with yourimagination is essential. Without it, wewouldn’t have lightbulbs, cures for diseases, orour favorite movies. Scientists, musicians,doctors, receptionists– we all use creativity,even if we don’t use the same definition.If we want to fight for a more just world,or even a more just campus, we need tocome up with creative solutions. I hope thisedition provides inspiration for nurturingyour own creative spark, so that you canpursue what you believe is right.On another note, the upcoming Aprilmagazine will be Network News’ 30thedition! It’s especially poignant for me as thatmilestone edition will be my last. But more onthat next time.For now, happy reading andhappy spring.-Julia DeRidderAbout the Cover:President Doran, Congressman Neal, and I. Source: Allison ZaczynskiThis month's cover artwork, titled "Its Sparks andWaves" illustrated by Cora Swan, symbolizes creativityand the passion it incites. Using bright shifting colorsand dynamic composition, the piece represents thejoyous rush of enthusiasm as a literal portrayal of thespark and wave of creativity itself.

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Get Involved Now!We want to hear your voice!We are now accepting submissions for the next issue of our onlinemagazine, Network News, until April 10, 2023!Enter event/club flyers, issues you want tosee in our social justice section,visual/written art, or contribute youralumni voices to our future issues. Calling all TAWC (The American Women's College), Undergrad, and Graduate students!This is your time to raise your voices!Contact anyone in the news team or email:Contact anyone in the news team or email:studentnewsroom@baypath.edustudentnewsroom@baypath.edu Network News cover art by Cora Swan

CreativityThis special featuredsection explores howcreativity shapes theway we live, work, andeven dream.

Medieval Christianity:The Holy Spirit brings creativityto a person, often brought onthe windAncient Judaism:Comes from an external source, suchas God, but can sometimes bemanaged by manAncient Greece:Chosen ones would go into a creativefrenzy-- "furor poeticus"-- broughton by the divineThe Enlightenment:Creativity is controlled byreflection, hard work, and studyJungian:Creativies are attuned to theunconscious and solve problemsthrough intuitionTry activities to exercise your creativity and findwhat works for you. Keep a journal of ideas andrefer to it from time to time for inspiration.Change your routine: take a different route toschool or work, try out a new hobby, or learn anew skill. Give yourself time to recharge byspending time outdoors, playing games, ormeditating. Think about when and where you aremost creative and make time for it. Studies showthat everyone can enhance their creativity!Just like people are diverse, so is individualcreativity. While one person might be artistic,another might enjoy working with their hands, andanother might enjoy wordplay. And the stimulus forcreativity might be internal or external. If you’relooking for “the key” to creativity, there isn’t onethat’s universal. Instead, each of us shouldexperiment with what works best for each of us asindividuals.Stoking your creativityby Dr. Lisa RuchWhere does creativity come from? Answers according to some perspectives from Western historyby Julia DeRidder

Artwork by Cora Swan, 23'As the years have gone on and I've grown asboth an artist and a person, so has myrelationship with the creative process. I'velearned that the best way to create is to let theideas reach you. Creativity is not somethingthat can be forced or scrutinized, butharbored through years of exercise and trialand error. -Cora SwanHighlighting Cora Swan, Digital Media and Arts '23

Our creative processes:There is no one way to get creative. My creative process usuallybegins with brainstorming. I'mnot good at diving straight in.However, once I finally start mycreative endeavor, I find it hardto stop. It gives me a jolt ofenergy and satisfaction to be creative.As far as my creative processgoes, I usually start with asimple idea or prompt and juststart writing, letting everythingin my mind out onto the pages.I tend to go back after a pieceis done to clean it up and addextra details I think of. My creative process issimple. When I have an idea Ijust let it flow and I go withit. I'm the kind of person whogoes with the flow. Creativityis something that comesnaturally to me.Members of the NetworkNews team discuss theirown creative processes.(continued on next page)

When it comes to creating, Ialways follow this advice:work in three drafts. The firstdraft is to make it exist, thesecond draft is tomake it functional, and thethird draft is to give itmeaning.I would love for my creative process to be anaesthetically pleasing routine but most of thetime I never see it coming. Suddenly I’minspired and outlining my ideas as fast as theycome to me. Then I write about the message Iwant my work to send and from there I createmy story in whatever medium feels necessary.The rush of an idea leaves little room foroverthinking which gives me more space tocreate freely. Creativity, for me, is reallyjust about having fun. If I'mnot enjoying myself, I'm notreally creating--at least not inthe way that I want to be. Ifocus on writing what I want--even if it's a bit self indulgent--and then worry about tidyingit up later.

With creativity,“It’s not what you look at that matters, it’swhat you see.”– Henry David Thoreau A special credit and thanks to Mars for art thatspeaks louder than words.

Brain teasers: a way to flex thecreative muscleLateral thinking is taking a creative approach tosolving problems. Rather than trying to think up asolution to a problem head-on, lateral thinking letsyou reexamine what's being asked of you from Answers1: White. The only place you can hike 3miles south, then east for 3 miles, then northfor 3 miles and end up back at your startingpoint is the North Pole. Polar bears are theonly bears that live at the North Pole, andthey are white. 2: February (there are usually fewer nightsin February).3. James and Paul are the two liars. 4. I got off on the first floor.by Julia DeRiddermultiple angles. This skill can help you in anyprofession, from academia to science-- and employersare taking notice, too. Brain teasers are an excellentway to flex this skill and have fun in the meantime. I left my campsite and hiked south for 3 miles. Then Iturned east and hiked for 3 miles. I then turned north andhiked for 3 miles, at which time I came upon a bear insidemy tent eating my food! What color was the bear?During which month do people sleep the least?Mr. Jenkins is trying to find a butler he can really trust. Out ofthe four candidates, James, Hudson, Paul, and Steven, heknows that two are honest and the other two are compulsiveliars. From what each one of them says, can you work outwhich two are the liars?JAMES: “Neither Paul nor Hudson tells the truth.”HUDSON: “If Steven is a liar, then James is trustworthy.”PAUL: “If, and only if, James is not an honest person, thenSteven, too, has a rather loose attitude to the truth.”STEVEN: “What Paul said is untrue.”An elevator is on the ground floor. There are fourpeople in the elevator including me. When the liftreaches the first floor, one person gets out and threepeople get in. The lift goes up to the second floor, 2people get out, 6 people get in. It then goes up to thenext floor up, no one gets out but 12 people get in.Halfway up to the next floor up the elevator cablesnaps, it crashes to the floor. Everyone else dies inthe elevator except me. How did I survive?Sources: Zip RecruiterParadeReaders Digest

Art has no expectations or limitations to it, there are norules and it is all subjectively based. Art does not have tobe “good” nor it does not have to come with meaning, itjust has to be fun. In your youth, it is anticipated that you will find yourhobby, succeed at it, and stick with it later on in life. Art classes are the perfect introduction to a child findingtheir hobby when they are young. Placing children in artclasses at a young age not only lets them figure out if it'sa future interest, but helps the development ofinterpretation, fine motor skills, language, risk-taking,and social skills. Children also learn about perspective,balance, layout, and color, which are all great skills tohave in the regular classroom. However, behind all ofthese skills, it requires a good teacher. Joslyn Austin, an exemplary elementary school teacherin West Hartford, Connecticut shows her students on theregular how important and special art is in our dailylives. She makes each of her students excited to use thecreativity that is inside of them. Joslyn takes it to the next level when it comes tocommunicating important subjects through art. In thewinter of 2022, she introduced aspects of social justiceand culture in her classroom. Through paper collaging,children were able to create a meal that is important totheir culture and family. The results ranged fromdisplaying traditional Asian cuisine to a classic Sundaynight football dinner. Students then shared their workand connected with each other on different types offood their families enjoy. For a group assignment by her kindergarten class,students were each given a Crayola Crayon templateand were assigned a skin tone to color in the crayon.They then created a giant mock crayon box. Joslyncommunicated to her students how each crayon isequally important to each other as the next one to herkindergarten class. Joslyn goes above and beyond to make the classroom asafe and happy environment for all students. In herclassroom, students have options to fidget toys, amindfulness zone, and extra materials that students canuse if they don’t have them at home. There is anexpectation of communication for all ages. If they needsomething all they have to do is ask. When teacherslike Joslyn create a safe environment like this, thisoffers a deeper opportunity for learning and creativityfor all students. The art of exploring creative limits begins with a great teacherby Caroline Austin Joslyn Austin's classroom. Source: Caroline Austin

Falling in mydreams is good?!by Kaylah SheppardWell, technically, it’s all about how you fall-- but either way, you’ll be jolted out of youronce-peaceful R.E.M cycle. When I was akid, I kept a dream journal after watchingThe Adventures of Shark-boy and Lava-Girl,and as an adult, if the dream is crazyenough, I run to my notes app. I wouldexplain them to my family, and they’d laughand tell me that some of the horrifying bitswere signs of good things (if so, I don’t getwhy the delivery had to be so bizarre) and not every good thing waswhat it seemed. What did youdream about lastnight?Source: Britannica.Oneiromancy, the interpretation of dreams, appearsin many cultures and has been tracked back to 3100BC in Mesopotamia. Historians have found thatdreams were very important for their tradition ofdivination. The famous poem “Epic of Gilgamesh”is not only a great read, but a good depiction of howimportant dreams were to the culture. Dreams arealso interpreted by psychologists but aim tounderstand the person’s feelings.(continued on next page)

Dream AnalysisVirgil's Dream: Cats are used as the world's currency.Currency by itself in dreams can mean that you have a strong sense of self-worth and thatyou’re ready for success. Cats can be a sign of good fortune and living in the moment.When combined it sounds like good things are coming your way!Celebrities?Having dreams that you’re Beyonce? Whendreaming about celebrities they can representyour hidden desires or untapped potentialthat should be explored! I had a dream onceabout Paul Rudd and Taraji P. Hensonkidnapping me… not sure of what to explore there.Flying?Something has shifted and you have freedyourself from something that has held you back.Flying in your dream is a sign to trust theuniverse and let go! Teeth falling out?In my family, this is an omen that you willbe coming into some money soon-- butaccording to psychologist Carl Jung, yourteeth falling out in your dream could meanthat a major change in occurring in your life.What do your dreams mean?Sources: Bettersleep.com, DreamDictionary.com, & n26.com.

Women's HistoryMonth 2023The theme of Women's History Month this year is"Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories". Women's History Month began in the UnitedStates in 1987, when Congress passed a lawdedicating the month of March to recognize theaccomplishments and success of women. USpresidents have been making annualproclamations acknowledging Women's HistoryMonth since 1995, with the goal of ensuring thatwomen throughout the country feel seen andheard on a federal level. Despite the strides made by the nationwithin the past century to grant womenequal rights, many still feel that there ismore work to do in granting women theautonomy and respect they deserve.This month, the Student Newsroomjoins the rest of the country incelebrating influential women whoinspire others and advocate for change. The Network News also acknowledges thatdespite Bay Path University functioning asa historically women's college, manyundergrad students do not identify aswomen regardless of their birth sex, andthus statements throughout this issue willnot be made on the assumption that theentire student body is comprised of women.We also do not seek to group transgendermale or non-binary students into thismonth's celebration through ignorance ormisgendering, and will rather acknowledgeand appreciate them during TransgenderAwareness Month in November. by Rebecca Wehner

the"Mom, I have GRIT!" -Caitlin Stratton (saidwith a smile while flexingher arm muscles)Joyce Guyer inspired me because she told me I can do whatever I want.She is my husband's grandmother. She passed away a few months ago.She made me feel like family from the beginning. She was my bestfriend. She always told me I can do so much with my life. I know shewould be proud of me knowing at thirty-seven I went back to school. Ihave a family with four kids, and I work part-time. She was such a strongwoman and I hope I can be just as strong.-Tanya DochertyCelebrating Caitlin Stratton. Source: Jen Stratton Caitlin StrattonMy daughter, Caitlin, inspires me because sheobserves the world from varying perspectives,and courageously voices when she seesinequities. For example, when I was drivingher to school in 4th grade, she saw a "MenWorking" sign and questioned why it did notsay "People Working". After school, she madea new sign and had me drive her back to theconstruction site the next morning where sheoffered to the group of workers to "fix" theirsign. Every day she makes me a stronger andbetter person. She inspires me to use my voice.-Jen StrattonJoyce GuyerThe Network News asked the BayPath community to share with us awoman who has left a mark onthem. Here are their responses.Section edited by Julia DeRidder andVirgil Lybarger women weadmire(Continued on next page)

My mother is a huge inspiration to me.After having a major stroke inDecember, she has battled so bravelywith her recovery. She inspires me to bethat strong, trying even when it hurts orI want to give up. She showed me howto fight.-Cherylynn CruzChris ThansSandy Belanger. Source: Samantha RobinsonShe has survived breast cancer and still fightseach day. Every March when the Springfieldhockey team the Thunderbirds do their annualPink In The Rink I honor her because I loveher so much and I couldn't imagine my lifewithout her in it. She always knows how tomake her family smile.-Samantha RobinsonSandy BelangerChris Thans and Cherylynn Cruz. Source: Cherylynn Cruz(Continued on next page)

“I don't study to knowmore, but to ignore less.” -Sor Juana Inés de la CruzPatricia Brossart was first my seventh-grade science teacher and later acolleague. She was an excellent teacher, but one of the things that reallystood out for me was that she really challenged me to push myself towork as hard as I could, rather than settle for doing well, but not my best.I really respected her for that, and I wanted to rise to her challenge. I laterbecame a teacher and worked in the same building as her. She mentoredme and supported me, both professionally and personally. To this day, Iam grateful to have had her in my life, and I hope I had the same kind ofimpact on at least one student that she had on me.-Miriam NeimanPatricia BrossartSor Juana Inés de la Cruz. Source: Wikimedia CommonsSor Juana was one of the foremost thinkers of herday. She was largely self-educated, eventuallyowning a personal library of approximately 1,000books, and was a prolific writer of poems, plays,and philosophy, including a piece that isconsidered to be the first feminist manifesto. Shealso composed music and perhaps even paintedminiatures. This is all quite remarkable, given thatshe lived in the 17th century in Mexico and wasnot a member of the elite class of the time. As her20th-century biographer, Octavio Paz, said, “Anunderstanding of Sor Juana's work must includean understanding of the prohibitions her workconfronts”; she took many risks in her literary andartistic work to give a voice to women.-Dr. Lisa RuchSor Juana Inés de la Cruz(Continued on next page)

Hailey Bieber is a very hardworking, successfulwoman. She inspires me because she has gonebeyond the expectations that people have of herand even with all of the hate she gets relating toher husband, she is able to stay strong. Being acelebrity means that she deals with a lot ofpressure and people will compare her but thatdoesn't stop her, she just keeps going. Recently,she started a YouTube channel with the goal inmind that people would get to know her betterfor who she really is rather than what the mediaportrays as well as launching an award-winningskincare brand. These are things she did all onher own, but people claimed she was copyingother people rather than trying to find a morepositive perspective.-Meera DaveThis world has enoughhatred, hurt and pain as itis, the last thing we need ismore negativity, hate, anddivision. -Hailey BieberShirley Jackson (1916 – 1965) was a horror novelist bestknown for her 1948 short story "The Lottery". She wrote sixnovels, three memoirs, and several dozen short stories over thecourse of her life, persisting despite health problems broughton by an abusive mother and an unfaithful husband. Her workgrapples with themes of loneliness, isolation, personhood,mental illness, and familial trauma that in many waysanticipate second-wave feminism, still a few years off at herdeath in 1965. Her work had a profound effect on myimagination when I was in college and continues to haunt metoday. The Shirley Jackson Award, a literary award forachievement in psychological horror and dark fantasy, ispresented at Readercon in Boston every July.-Mary PhillipsShirley JacksonHailey Bieber. Source: Meera DaveHailey Bieber(Continued on next page)

I had the pleasure of having Dr. Rosnerfor my Business Communications andBusiness in Society classes. She reallyhelped me polish my skills as a co-ownerof two small family businesses. I havenow written business plans for threepeople, and can advise others on startingtheir own businesses. I apply so much ofwhat she taught us.-Sherry Goodrich"We are really going to getinto the weeds" -Dr. Laurie RosnerThey inspire me to be the best version of myselfevery day. If these women hadn't walked intomy life I don't know what I would do withoutthem. They are kind, brilliant, funny, and mostof all loving. I want to thank them for all thatthey do for me and the other people aroundthem. Life would be so different without yougirls in it!-Ariana WordMadison Smith &Haley HuntoonDr. Laurie RosnerMadison Smith, Ariana Word, andHaley Huntoon. Source: Ariana Word.Dr. Laurie Rosner. Source: Sherry Goodrich(Continued on next page)

I have admired Maya since I was a child.She inspires me to be the quiet, yetpowerful leader I've grown to become, tolead with authenticity and purpose, toembrace my quirkiness and acknowledgeits strength, to be forever humble andgrateful, and lift others up to fulfill theirgreatest aspirations.-Gillian PalmerMaya Angelou. Source: Gillian Palmer“Success is loving life and daring to live it.” “I’ve learned that people will forget what yousaid, people will forget what you did, butpeople will never forget how you made themfeel.” -Maya AngelouCarolyn was a pioneer in her industry, one ofthe first three female members of Local 4.Carolyn entered the heavy equipmentoperating engineers union in 1979. She wasinvolved in Boston's Big Dig. When wetraveled through the city she would point outall of the buildings that she participated inraising. Carolyn proudly retired after 32 yearsof service.-Holly RoseCarolyn (Lovy) Hammond. Source: Holly RoseCarolyn (Lovy)HammondMaya Angelou(Continued on next page)

"Sharing is caring" -LondonMy 6-year-old daughter is acompassionate, loving little girl. Shealways wants to help family and friendsand continues to teach me how to be moreof a selfless person. She is and willalways be my inspiration to better andstrive to be more successful.-Norkeeta EvansLondon. Source: Norkeeta EvansLondonBritney Spears is one of my all-time favoritewomen and artists. I have always loved herradio hits, but I dove deeper into her musicand artistry, as well as her time in theconservatorship, during the COVID-19lockdown. I truly admire the strength,courage, and determination she hasexhibited through everything she has faced.Her music became a beacon ofempowerment to me during some of themost challenging times of my life, and shehas inspired me to become a strongerwoman!-Lola CasillasBritney SpearsBritney Spears. Source: Lola Casillas(Continued on next page)

Ingrid CampbellSource: Terrilyn CallowayShe's my big sis, doing big things to makewomen of color have their share incontributing to a vast society of Go-Getters!Check out her story:https://canvasrebel.com/meet-ingrid-campbell/-Terrilyn CallowayIngrid CampbellMy mother is my first inspiration, always.She is a wonderful, kind, self-starter whohas always believed in me. She workedhard to make sure my sister and I hadeverything we needed growing up, andcontinues to be there for us as adults. Tome, she is the definition of a strong andinspirational woman.-Julia DeRidderTerra DeRidderTerra DeRidder.Source: Julia DeRidder

International Women's Day with Voices of Resilience With the 2023 International Women'sDay theme of #EmbraceEquity, Voices ofResilience used music, storytelling, andmuseum panels to spotlight women andwomen of color from the 1800s to thepresent, who stayed on the move forjustice, equity, and inclusion. For the second year, the LongmeadowAdult Community Center celebratedInternational Women’s Day onWednesday, March 8. The 2023 eventfeatured a live presentation-- “Voices ofResilience”-- to celebrate andacknowledge the women and women ofcolor from the 1800s to the present, whostayed on the move for justice, equity, andinclusion. This year, the voices ranged from theSalem Witch Trials to freedom fighters,and included local Longmeadow history,a vocal performance by the stellar singerEthel Lee, and informational art panelswith engaging stories.Bay Path students, alums, faculty, and staff unite to raise the voices of unforgettable women. Shown are the "Voices" (left toright) --Dr. Demetria Shabazz, Dr. Lucie Lewis, Professor Janine Fondon, Dr. Janine Spinola Taylor (Springfield College), CoraSwan, Ethel Lee, Maria del carmen Rodrigues, Courtney Ously, Radiance Flowers/Renee Flowers, Carol Moore Cutting,Bianca Romero, Priscilla Kane Hellweg and Bonnie Weaver Cisero.Source: Donyel LeNoir FeltonJanine Fondon, MFA, a professor at Bay Path University andcurator of the Voices of Resilience Museum exhibit, with projectscholars Dr. Demetria Shabazz and Dr. Lucie K. Lewis said, “Letus remember all the ladies on the move and be inspired to stand ontheir shoulders of greatness. Together, we must take collective stepsacross communities to create a more equitable world for all. Let'shonor the voices of resilience by sharing their untold, less-knownstories and steps in a world that often keeps them hidden in plainsight.”Dr. Demetria Shabazz, Bay Path's Janine McVay, the Longmeadow AdultCenter Fund's Marybeth Bergeron, Dr. Lucie Lewis, and Professor JanineFondon. Source: Donyel LeNoir Felton(Continued on next page)by Professor Janine Fondon

Marybeth Bergeron of the Longmeadow AdultCommunity Center Fund, Inc., and sponsor of thisspecial presentation said the program connected withthe theme of #EmbraceEquity “by celebrating thediversity of women who have made significantcontributions to local and regional history and culture,yet whose stories often remain untold.”Janine McVay, also of the Longmeadow AdultCommunity Center Fund, Inc., and Executive Directorof Corporate and Foundation Relations at Bay PathUniversity shared: "This is the second year we'veoffered programming on International Women's Day,and it is a terrific opportunity to recognize theaccomplishments of women - from our region to acrossour nation and the globe - and to advance women'sequality and empowerment however we can."All photos source: Donyel LeNoir FeltonCora Swan in front of her artwork.President Doran enjoying the event.Bianca Romero.Voices of Resilience museum panel. Priscilla Kane Hellweg.Maria Del Carmen Rodriguez.

Student Voices!For the February 2023 edition, we asked students to share the change they want to see oncampus, with the hope of helping the campus community get the answers they are searchingfor. The Newsroom recently met virtually with President Doran, Michael Giampetro, AshleyPereira, John Caron, Kathleen Bourque, Peter Testori, and Dinah Moore to discuss a range ofissues. It was an in-depth discussion about complex topics, and we did not get to everythingon the agenda. The hope is that future conversations and this column will continue toexplore issues and answers that matter to the students. A special thanks to all who attendedthe meeting as well as to those who are working on short-term and long-term solutions, andto the students who spoke up on such important topics. Keep an eye out for the next editionfor the answers to other questions.Creating positive change one page at a time Section edited by Julia DeRidder and Rebecca Wehner Put door openers on thebottom of bathroom doors.So many students eitherdon't wash their hands orjust rinse them.Michael Giampietro shared thatthere are many projects and that allrequests will be considered. He wasthankful for the open dialogue.From Ashley Pereira, Interim Director of HumanResources at Bay Path: We are committed toexpanding our applicant pool to attract qualifiedindividuals where possible considering the limits ofopen positions. We are working towards creating aworkforce that reflects the diverse communities weserve while maintaining our high standards for hiringthe most qualified candidates.Our Board is equally committed to DEIB, and has agoal that at least 1 of every 3 new Trustees is diverse.33% of the Executive Leadership Team identify asBIPOC and 14% of all faculty and staff identify asBIPOC. 70% of employees identify as female, 20% asmale and 10% do not disclose their gender. There are More full-time faculty ofcolor and non-binarypersons to support BIPOCand trans studentsacademically. "For studentsto be it, they must see it." (continued on next page)

More transparency with wheregrant money has been goingwould be nice, as would theimproved lab tech STEMmajors were promised From Janine McVay and Kathleen Bourque: BayPath continues to review funding opportunitiesthrough federal, state, and private grants thatsupport the work we do as a university-- alwayswith our primary focus on our mission, the qualityof the academic programs we deliver, and thestudents we serve. Grants may be focused ondirect student support (scholarships andinternships for example), or improvements in howwe deliver academic programs and services thatsupport student needs.Community Project Funding: a $1 million federal awardto launch a Student Success Center that will streamlineaccess to and improve delivery of student supportservices for the entire institution - on-ground and online.MA Dept. of Higher Education (State Earmark Award):$200,000 to support costs for required licensure exams,including exam preparation, for students in theundergraduate and graduate programs in Education,and graduate healthcare programs to facilitate entry intothese fields, which are identified as high-need prioritiesfor the region and for the state.HRSA - Behavioral Health Workforce Education andTraining Program: $1.4 million federal grant to supportinternship placements for graduate Clinical MentalHealth Counseling students at clinical sites that delivercoordinated trauma-informed behavioral and primarycare health services to high-need patient populations.Examples of grants that the University currently manages--and the kinds of things they support-- include:It is great that students want to know more about the grantsthe college receives.other efforts underway to be more inclusiveregarding gender identity. Please note that itis up to the employee to self-report theirdemographics. Also, keep in mind, the effortsof recruitment and retention are complex butwe are committed to an inclusive approach.We make every effort to post positions on jobboards that can help to diversify ourapplicant pool and have started to requireimplicit bias training in the hiring process.There is still work to be done and we willcontinue to explore new initiatives and strategies to enhance our recruitment andretention practices.As a University, we continue to work ondiversity efforts, including the four initiativesthat our DEIB Community Council, led byPeter Testori and Melissa Welch, will focus onduring the upcoming year: the feasibility of a Chief Diversity Officer role, a communitycommitment to anti-racism, a DEIBcommunication plan, a culture/climate surveyfor the Bay Path community.(continued from previous page)

And more!Red Carpet GalaCongressman Neal'scampus visitThe Euphoric Party

Inspired by a partnership with Alianza DV Services, Dr. DianeHall's Domestic Violence class will participate in the ClotheslineProject to highlight domestic violence issues in our communityand how it affects all of us. On April 4, the class will create shirtsfor the Clothesline Project in Blake Student Commons' Atrium. The first Clothesline Project originated in 1990 in Hyannis,Massachusetts, when a member of a coalition of women’s groupslearned that during the same time that 58,000 soldiers were killedin the Vietnam War, there were 51,000 U.S. women killed by themen who claimed to love them. Over the years, the project hasevolved with the decoration of shirts along a clothesline torepresent different forms of abuse.Using a clothesline was symbolic of doing laundry, a chore thatwas often considered women’s work, and a reference to “days ofclose-knit neighborhoods where women often exchangedinformation over backyard fences while hanging their clothesout to dry.” Since 1990, the Clothesline Project has spread internationally.Sixty thousand shirts have been created globally and the projecthas served as an example for people to understand how seriousand prevalent domestic violence is in the world today. The project focuses on the information provided by survivors ofdomestic violence. It helps to empower and allow them to sharetheir story in a safer way. The shirts offer healing to those whohave lost someone, to those who are survivors, and to thoseaffected by domestic violence. Each shirt represents someone’spersonal and unique experience. We hope to use this project atBay Path to assist in empowering people in this community, andto help with de-stigmatizing the topic of domestic violence. Source: The Clothesline Project Dr. Diane Hall. Source: Bay PathUniversity It’s time to break the silencesurrounding domesticviolence. On Academic Achievement Dayfrom Noon – 1:00 pm, the class willpresent a poster board session andattendees will have an opportunityto place a purple ribbon on a shirtas a show of support. The projectwill end at 12:45 at which time therewill be a closing ceremonyincluding the Page Singers, afolding of the clothesline, and apresentation to representativesfrom Alianza DV Services. The Clothesline Projectby Shelby TippettShelby Tippett. Source: Shelby Tippett

The First Ever BPU Performing Arts Bake-Off!Ari, Tia, Skylar, Nola, Mary Lee Walsh, Allison Zaczynski, Rachel, Melissa, Sophie, Margaret, Amelia,Zephyr, MeganSource: Juniper ManganOn March 23, 2023, the Bay Path Performing Artsdepartment performed seven plays written in justthree days prior in what we're calling a "bake-off,"using a handful of the same prompts and coming upwith vastly different results. Refreshments wereserved and each play was performed for theaudience, all of them creative and entertaining intheir own ways.Some humorous, some sad, the plays were allfantastically written and wonderfully performed. Allaround, it was a delightful evening, so keep youreyes peeled for emails regarding the next one!by Virgil Lybarger

On March 18, Bay Path held its annual gala at Twin HillsCountry Club. The theme this year was "Red Carpet", and manystudents came to look their best and dance the night away! Red Carpet GalaThe BPU softball team. "Best Smile" winner Tia Julien and Meera Davé. Sierra Cusson and "Best Dressed"winner Anasthasia Luong."Cutest Couple" winners MadisonDion and Rebecca Wehner.Haley Huntoon, AriannaWord, and Madison Smith.edited by Rebecca Wehner(cont'd. on next page)

Brianna Koziol, Rilie Heath, Olivia Carey, Anita Williams, RaeannFetcho, Abigail DeLor, Sarah McCollum, and Carlin Bliss.Spencer Nigloschyand Julia DeRidder.Brooke Evanchak andMolly Bryant.Taylah Fearon, Rachel Clark, Jessica Bilsky,Amelia Giosca, Anne-Marie Abbot,Stephanie Hosking, and Katelyn Fernandes.

The Black Student Union recently helda night of self-expression through thearts. The event featured our very ownBay Path community members:Crystal Neuhauser, Sasha Rockhold, Brianna Chambers, SamanthaRobinson, and others. Crystal sharedher journey with the play ColoredGirls, while others shared words fromMaya Angelou and bell hooks.Professor Janine Fondon even gave asneak peek at an original work fromher upcoming book to be publishedlater this year. A special thanks to Rowanne Mustafaand Janell Smith for hosting.Crystal NeuhauserBay Path Vice President ofInstitutional AdvancementExpress yourself: Black Student Union holds "Self Expression Night"by The Network Newsroom TeamBrianna ChambersSource: NewsroomSamantha Robinson. Source: NewsroomSource: Newsroom

Congressman Neal and President Doran. Source: Samantha RobinsonBay Path University was the recipient of a $1million grant from the U.S. government that willgo towards a Student Success Center.Congressman Richard Neal, who had helped pushfor the grant, came to the Longmeadow campuson March 10 to celebrate with the community.Bay Path members gathered outside Blake holdingposters to welcome him to campus, beforeproceeding inside to the dining hall to hear himdeliver a speech.“The history of this university is loaded withsuccess stories,” Rep. Neal said of Bay Path. Hediscussed the role that grants have in remindingthe American people of how critical “theinvestment of hard-earned tax dollars” is andstated that there are two jobs for everyunemployed American right now. “What’sessential is you’re turning out students here whoare going to be able to participate fully in theAmerican economy.” Rep. Neal grew up in Western Mass. The NetworkNews team asked him how it felt to give back tothe community he has spent decades as a part of.“I am a reflection of the community,” Rep. Nealresponded, and touted the importance ofconfidence and knowledge while engaging inprofessional pursuits.Community members then enjoyed lunch and anice cream sundae bar.Bay Path members standing outside Blake Student Commons, welcoming Congressman Neal. Source: Samantha RobinsonRep. Neal comes to Bay Path to celebrate $1 million grantby Julia DeRidder

BSU's Euphoric PartyOn February 24, 2023, the Black StudentUnion hosted their annual Euphoric party. Itwas a fun night of trivia, tasty chocolate-dipped strawberries, dancing, and fashion.Congratulations to Jaelin Knight for winningbest outfit of the night.Thank you for a beautiful night, BSU!One for the books!by Kaylah Sheppard

Coaching comes with experienceand Steve Smith has plenty of it.Steve Smith is passing two decadesof coaching softball here at Bay Pathand to our knowledge, is planning tostick around. Coach Smith came toBay Path in 1992 with three goals toenhance our athletic programs.Firstly, he wanted to create acompetitive nature for sportsprograms here. Additionally, Steve Steve Smith and the softball team. Source: Caroline Austinto keep outside of college. He wants the softball team tomake memories that will last a lifetime. Coach Smith has developed a coaching style that is verydifferent from your typical college coach. Trust issignificant to Steve and his relationship with the team.He trusts that his players know how to perform well onthe field. He trusts his team to choose their own leadersand captains. Steve says, “I don’t play the game, theplayers do.” He trusts that our experience as athleteswill allow us to play well and do our very best. CoachSmith expects his team to represent Bay Path as goodcitizens. He is also devoted to knowing each of ourlearning styles and accommodating them. He knowswhen to pull back, but he knows who feels comfortablewith a certain level of constructive criticism. The spring season is just around the corner and no oneis more excited than he is. He cannot wait to see theteam's competitiveness and talent. He is so proud ofhow the team meshed together and knows that it shouldshow out on the field. He is ecstatic to take the team tothe next level. Bay Path’s twodecade coachby Caroline AustinSmith wanted Bay Path to become a National CollegiateAthletic Association member. And lastly, he wanted tobuild a gymnasium on campus.Coach Smith has turned Bay Path Softball into acompetitive and driven team throughout his time here,even bringing his team to the NCAA SoftballChampionship in 2018. While Bay Path is now amember of the United States Collegiate AthleticAssociation, Bay Path originally had a twenty-yearmembership within the NCAA. Although there is nogymnasium at Bay Path, Steve Smith still has hopes fora future of adding a gym to our campus. Before his time at Bay Path, Steve Smith was a windowand door salesman. While he worked as a salesman,Steve realized he missed the personal aspect of gettingto know and interacting with others. Now at Bay Path,Steve has enjoyed the impact he can create on hisstudent athletes. During his player's four years at BayPath he wants to ensure that once their time is up, theydon’t lose their passion for softball. Coach Smith sharesthat he wants to make sure that his athletes are able todevelop a connection with teammates that they are able

Duclos also added that the club currently has five loyalmembers to its team, but they are always looking for otherstudents to join the cause.Nonprofit Club's impacton campus and beyondby Isabelle KnipeThe Nonprofit Club in winter 2022 at their annual holiday card-making event.Source: Isabelle KnipeIn your opinion, what has been the most importantthing the non-profit club has done this year?“This year we had the opportunity to volunteer at EnfieldLoaves and Fishes which really helped us to develop arelationship with them. Additionally, we have joined forceswith the Women in Business Club which we hope willincrease the scope of the club.”How do you think the non-profit club connects tohuman communication?“I think we connect to human communication through ourvolunteer initiatives which we hope allows Bay Pathstudents to come together as a community that servesothers.”How do you think Baypath's non-profit clubconnects with campus life?“We try to connect with campus life by having regularclub meetings, hosting events and volunteeropportunities, and attending Bay Path events where wehave information for students to learn more about theclub.” Have you ever heard of Bay Path's non-profit club? Ifnot, you may be missing out on crucial humanconnections, all organized and structured by campusleader and fellow student Elizabeth Duclos. BayPath's nonprofit club strives to engage communitymembers to take part in meaningful events andfundraisers to show support for people in need.Read below an interview conducted with Elizabeth Duclos.What do you wish more peopleknew about the non-profit club?“I wish more people knew that theNonprofit Club offers volunteeropportunities that are very fulfillingwhich can even be used on resumes!”What is it like being the leader of aclub that relies so much on humanoutreach?“I’m very grateful to the opportunitiesthat being a member of the NonprofitClub has offered me! It is amazing togive back to the community and meetpeople from all backgrounds.”

In the year 2021 Essence Step Team of Bay PathUniversity was reestablished by Co-President AsliHassan with the help of now-graduate student ShakiraSosa, and they are still performing today. They hosted aBlack History Month Spirit Week starting February 19for the Bay Path community. Each day of the week had adress theme and event, including a guided paint and sip(painting Motherland Africa with mocktails), movienight (Wakanda Forever), Black History Month trivianight, and more. Step Team member Asli describes thestep team as a way for the young people of Bay Path to“use their bodies to create different forms or rhythmsand sounds with a mixture of spoken word, handclaps,and foot stomps. During the practices, the members learnnew step routines all the while team bonding."In order to reach out to the other students and the Bay Path community, the Essence Step Team hosts eventsand fundraisers such as The Breast Cancer AwarenessFundraiser and Spirit Week. Asli states that in order toraise awareness for the step team the members of theteam and herself also personally advertise to the community. Asli’s expectation for the step team is for it to last aslong as possible with a prosperous amount of members.She also expects those who attend to enjoy their timeand have fun while getting the experience to expressthemselves through step dance and music. It is believedthat a step team is a place for people to go as they needto let off stress and steam, after a long day of work andor school while expressing those emotions through theaspects of dance. The Essence Step Team will be hostingtryouts this spring.Stepping into the spotlight:Essence Step Team reestablished by Marlyssa MendezSource: Marlyssa Mendez

On February 25, the Thunderbirds hosted BayPath University Night, along with their annualMilitary Appreciation Night. Students, staff,faculty, and alumni could purchase discountedtickets for $14. For many, it was the first gamethey had ever attended. After the game fanscould bid on game-worn jerseys worn by theplayers. The Bay Path community also tookpart in the intermission tee shirt toss.The T-Birds only scored one goal by #91Martin Frk assisted by #55 Dmitrii Samorukov,and #36 Matthew Highmore. Rochester wenton to score six goals, beating the T-Birds.Halfway through the game, the Thunderbirdsswitched out their goalie because of the way thegame was going. Bay Path University Night was just one gameof many that week. On Wednesday, February22, after weeks of being away from theThunderdome, the Springfield Thunderbirdswere finally home to take on their I91 Rivalsthe Hartford Wolfpack. Just 16:10 into the first period #44 MatthewRobertson from Hartford put the Wolfpack onthe board. 8:12 into the second period, #48Lauri Pajuniemi from Hartford received a passfrom #13 Will Cuylle to put the Wolfpack upby 2 goals, but the Thunderbirds would finallyget on the board thanks to #41 Will Bitten whowould get a pass from #91 Martin Frk and #15Scott Perunovich. That was the only goal scored for the T-Birds.At the 13:41 mark of the 2nd period, #48 LauriPajuniemi got a pass from #44 MatthewRobertson and #26 Tim Gettinger to put theWolfpack up, going into the second intermission. 1:10 intothe 3rd and final period, #13 Will Cuylle received a pass from#22 Jonny Brodzinski and #49 Ty Emberson to extend theWolfpack’s lead. The game took a turn for the worse for theThunderbirds when #48 Lauri Pajuniemi scored on the emptynet and ended the game. The T-Birds were beaten for the firsttime by their I91 Rivals with a final score of Hartford 5, andThunderbirds 1.On February 26, the T-Birds took on the 2019 Calder Cupchampions the Charlotte Checkers coached by their formerhead coach Geordie Kinnear. The game was the T-Bird's thirdannual Sensory Friendly night. There was no goal horn, nostrobing lights, and less music to make the game moreaccessible for people with sensory sensitivities. The T-Birdswere hungry for revenge from the last two nights, and wenton to beat the Checkers, with a final score of Checkers 2, andThunderbirds 5. Bay Path University night at the Thunderdome after a busy weekby Samantha RobinsonStaff, Students and Alumni at the Thunderbirds gameSource: Adam Z

"Stick it to Reading" with Anthony Angello by Samantha RobinsonOver the course of two months, the SpringfieldThunderbirds forward Anthony Angello traveled todifferent libraries in the Springfield area to read tochildren and their families. He was joined each week by a teammate and the teammascot, Boomer. Nate Costa, president of theSpringfield Thunderbirds, had this to say aboutAnthony's Book Club: "We are proud to supportAnthony’s passion for children’s literacy through theABC program. Any cause close to a player’s heartmakes it all the more meaningful to us as anorganization. The T-Birds Foundation will be directlyinvolved from the onset of the program to ensure thatthe Springfield City Library has ample resources for allchildren who visit. It is our hope that the libraries arepacked with enthusiastic young readers thanks toAnthony’s encouragement and example.” This was a chance for children and families to spendtime with T-Birds players and a chance for Anthony toshare his love for reading. Anthony was joined by histeammate Mitchell Hoelscher at the first meeting. Atthe last meeting, Anthony was joined by DmitriSamorukov. When asked what doing these book club meetingsmeans to Anthony, he said, "I enjoy sharing my lovefor reading, and it means a lot to me as a hockey playerto see the fans come out and support us not just at thegames but in the community. Without the fans, wewouldn't have anyone to cheer us on."Dmitri then shared, "Being from Russia, you don't getto do these types of things. Coming to Springfield andgetting to do community events means a lot to me.Seeing the smiles on these kids' faces as a player meansa lot, like Anthony said we love doing things for thecommunity."After Anthony was done reading the book of hischoice children could join him and his teammate in funactivities. (Pictured upper right) Dimitri Samorrukov, Anthony Angello, and Boomer Source: Jim Syner (Pictured upper left) Anthony Angello picking out a book to readSource: The Springfield Library's Facebook page(Pictured below) #32 Mitchell Hoelscher and #19 Anthony Angello. Source: WWLP

In case you missed it:Important emails sent out between February and MarchHave you ever been out in public and realized youjust got your period? To make matters worse, youalso didn't have anything at the moment. Well luckyfor you, now in Blake Student Commons, we haveplaced 6 hygiene baskets in the bathrooms that areequipped with your sanitary needs. Below you willsee that they are equipped with pads, tampons, and afew fun surprises. If you have any suggestions onwhat you would like to see in them, please letus know!Hygiene baskets arrivein Blake, thanks to theBay Path Body Positivity Club Sent by Bay Path Body Positivity Club,bodypositivity@baypath.edu Source: Sierra Cusson

For those who missed it, February is NationalDental Health Month. The Bay Path communitykicked off this month-long health observance witha community outreach dental event last Friday,February 10 by visiting the Willaim G. MorganElementary School in Holyoke. A special shoutout and thank you to the following students forvolunteering their time and putting in great effort to educate SIXTY first and second graders onproper dental care: Alexandria Richard, GabriellyBraga DeOliveira, Heather Bultmann, KyraClark, Cristina Castillo, Daisy Guzman, andKrystal Soto. A special thank you to Dr. YadiletteRivera-Colón for her continued support andassistance through the semester-long planning ofthis project.Source: Julia DudekSuccesful dental community outreachsent by Julia Dudek (jdudek@baypath.edu)

Women's LeadershipConference All day,Massmutual Center inSpringfield, MAWednesday,April 12Fresh Check Day Wellness Fair1:00 - 5:00 PM, Blake Student CommonsWant an event added to the next KeyDates section? Email studentnewsroom@baypath.eduwith the event place, date, and time. Key Dates Bay Path University's Ignite Award Show 6:00-8:00 PM,Mills Theater in Carr Hall Thursday,March 30Tuesday, April 6Tuesday, April 11Academic Achievement Day All day,Bay Path's Longmeadow CampusThursday,April 20Duende! for social change 7:00 PMMills Theater in Carr Hall

Here's What We'reReadingHere are the books we've beenreading lately! Want to feature a book review in thenext issue? Contact us atstudentnewsroom@baypath.eduThe Haunting of Hill HouseSource: Goodreadsby Shirley JacksonA short and dread-inducing dive into the disturbing, TheHaunting of Hill House is a psychological horror novellathat had me thoroughly engrossed from start to finish.Eleanor Vance's story and her emotional journeythrough Hill House is horrifying, and I couldn't lookaway for a single second of it. The characters areinteresting and engaging, and the house itself is ahaunting and expressive character. It's a very quick read,and if you enjoyed the televised adaptation or just enjoyhorror in general, I highly recommend reading the bookitself. - Virgil Lybarger(Continued on next page)

Source: GoodreadsThe Last WishThe Ballad of Songbirds and SnakesSource: Goodreadsby Suzanne Collinsby Andrzej SapkowskiI believe The Hunger Games trilogy gets better theolder you get, and I'm glad I read the prequel asan adult. The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakesfollows a teenaged Coriolanus Snow, decadesbefore he's president, and his descent into thedespicable villain we know him as in the originalthree books. This novel is above anything elsephilosophical. People may try to sell this to youas a love story, but do not be fooled. It’s ameditation on how bleak views of humanity anda thirst for control can lead to destruction andevil. Finishing this novel gave me much to ponderand much to recommend. --Julia DeRidderThe Last Wish by Andrzej Sapkowski is acaptivating series of short fantasy stories told fromthe perspective of Geralt of Rivia, a type ofmutated human specially trained to hunt monstersthroughout the world. With many groups vying forpower in a world with magic, we follow Geralt ashe meets characters like Queen Calanthe, a warriorqueen with a penchant for violence, and Dandelion,a famous bard who cannot seem to stay out oftrouble. This is a wonderful and surprisingly humanstory about a man who thinks of himself as amonster.--Leah Ansaldo

Here's WhatWe're WatchingShows and movies we've been streaming all month long!(continued on next page)Source: RottenTomatoes(Continued on next page)Source: IMDb.Puss In Boots:The Last Wish (2022)Directed by Joel CrawfordThe long-awaited sequel to the original Puss In Bootsreleased in 2011, Puss In Boots: The Last Wishcontinues the adventure of the titular Puss as he races toget the Wishing Star to wish for eight more lives, dealswith friends and foes alike, and struggles against hisfear of death. A strong callback to old westerns, TheLast Wish still retains the childlike wonder and comedyof the rest of the Shrek franchise, and also brings upcomplex themes of mortality, love, and battling againstyour own fear to do what is right. -Cora SwanYellowjackets (2021)Created by Ashley Lyle and Bart NickersonWhen I saw the trailer for season one I immediately startedcounting down the days until it aired. Every aspect of the showinterested me and surpassed my expectations. The mainstoryline follows a high school soccer team whose plane crashesinto an eerie forest. These girls and others are stranded for 19months. Imagine that. 19 months away from civilization…as ateenager. What would you do to survive? What did they do tosurvive? The team will never tell. We see them 25 years later asadults leading natural and simultaneously haunted lives.Season two starts March 24, 2023, and I can’t wait!-Kaylah Sheppard

Clips from this British mockumentary have beencirculating the internet for several months, so when itarrived on Netflix in the U.S. I was eager to watch it. Theactual show did not disappoint. Combining a dry-humored, intentionally witless interviewer and actualexperts in the field of history led to segments that were adelight to behold. While you probably won’t learnanything from this five-episode ‘documentary’, it is alight-hearted (and PG-13) way to unwind.-Julia DeRidderCunk on Earth (2022)Created by Charlie BrookerSource: IMDb.Shadow and Bone (2023)Developed by Eric HeissererSource: IMDb.Season 2 of the Netflix show Shadow and Bonejust came out about a week ago. The show, basedon the book series by Leigh Bardugo, is a fairlyfaithful retelling of the Shadow and Bone trilogy,along with other storylines present in the"Grishaverse" through an engaging and darklyfunny fantasy adventure. Alina the SunSummoner's story continues as she seeks out morepower, to allow her to fight the Darkling and teardown the Fold, a powerful force of darkness thatseparates the two halves of her country from eachother. This season was even better than the last,and I highly recommend watching the show and, ifyou find you like it, reading the books as well.- Virgil Lybarger

Current Events & Social Justice CONTENT WARNING: This section often includes sensitive topicssuch as 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.

Biden administration approves WillowProject for oil drilling in AlaskaSource: Canva.by Rebecca WehnerThis month, President Biden approved agigantic oil drilling venture in Alaska amidstcontroversy from climate activists andAlaskan Native tribes. The Willow Projectwill proceed through the federal government'sNational Petroleum Reserve for ten years,with the intent to hold and distribute 600million barrels of oil. The approval of the Willow Project served asa victory for several Alaskan tribes who feelthat the drilling will contribute to job growthand economic success in the area, which isoften overlooked by other states as a source ofrevenue. Senator Lisa Murkowski, theRepublican representative in Alaska, voicedher approval of the project and said she feelsthis project will improve the quality of life inthe state. However, on the opposing side of the projectstands many climate activists and environmentalcoalitions who see the Willow drilling venture as amassive danger to the planet and the people wholive on it. The Biden administration estimated thatthe oil generation will release 9.2 million metrictons of carbon pollution per year, which willincrease the Earth's temperature and act as theequivalent of adding 2 million gas-powered carsonto the roads.Both before and after the project's approval, manypetitions have begun circulating online protestingthe Willow Project and letters have been sent tothe White House voicing uproar about the risksthis project poses to the climate. Environmentallaw group Earthjustice said they plan to go to courtopposing the decision made by the Bidenadministration.

March 21 marked the 11th World Down Syndrome DayYearslong grassroots efforts along with governmentalcooperation brought World Down Syndrome Day tofruition. 2006-2010: Down Syndrome Association Singapore was incharge of a World Down Syndrome Day website.10 November 2011: The Third Committee of the UnitedNations General Assembly passes a resolution for aWorld Down Syndrome Day, as the result of aninternational petition that garnered over 12,000 signaturesin two weeks, alongside collaboration from Brazil andPoland.December 19, 2011: The United Nations officially namesMarch 21 World Down Syndrome Day. Fun fact: The date was chosen to acknowledge the 21stchromosome triplication that causes Down Syndrome.History:Misconceptions:Further reading:by Julia DeRidderPeople with Down Syndrome are routinely denied healthcare access, the chance to work, and quality educationaround the world. By debunking misconceptions andlifting up the voices of those with Down Syndrome, wecan create a society that provides agency and equality tothis misunderstood and oftentimes invisible community. People with Down Syndrome are unable to work. Many people with Down Syndrome hold down jobs andmake their own money, as well as live independently.People with Down Syndrome die young. The average life expectancy for a person with DownSyndrome is 60. However, a Black person with this condition's life expectancy is 35, bringing intoplay the greater racial inequities society faces.Check out Here I Am, a photo essay showingpictures of senior people with DownSyndrome.The only emotion people with DownSyndrome experience is happiness.This community experiences the full range ofemotions. In fact, they are prone to depression,which can be managed in part by ensuringthey have equal access to a robust life. Down Syndrome can be "cured."Down Syndrome cannot be "cured", norshould it have to be. This kind of language isdangerous, as it leads to the idea that there issomething fundamentally wrong with thiscommunity. Physical conditions that maycome along with Down Syndrome, such asheart failure, can be cured and treated,allowing them to live fully. The 2023 theme for Down SyndromeAwareness Day was With Us Not For Us.Please explore the following resources tolearn more about Down Syndrome.World Down Syndrome DayLiving with Down Syndrome7 People With Down Syndrome Share TheirExperienceSources:Global Down Syndrome FoundationWorld Down Syndrome Day247 Wall Street

This month, Tennessee became the first stateto place a ban on drag shows in publicspaces, with other states discussing similarlaws. TN governor Bill Lee also signed a billbanning gender-affirming healthcare for transyouth. Despite support for the transcommunity becoming more widespread andpublic, many in the queer community fearbeing suppressed once again and having theirperformance spaces shut down.The new bills are reminiscent of 20th-centurylaws that had previously banned "cross-dressers" across the country. Now, the TNbill defines drag performers as "male orfemale impersonators", garnering muchconcern from the community. This phrasingmakes it dangerously easy for the state toprotest against the public appearance of anytransgender or nonconforming individuals. What recent drag and healthcare bansmean for queer and trans Americans by Rebecca WehnerSource: Canva.This law going into effect has been precededby much uproar from Republican politiciansand public figures who have claimed thatdrag shows are harmful to minors.Speculation over whether this term can beapplied to Tennessee law has been rampant,as the definition of "harm to minors" in TNis limited to sexual or violent content. TheACLU has spoken out saying they wouldchallenge the law if the Tennesseegovernment attempted to punish a drag performer or shut down a family-friendly event. In response to this law, many queer andtrans activists and allies have taken to socialmedia-- as well as the streets-- to protest theseeming criminalization of queerexpression.

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Brighten the canvas:How hobbies can help your brainDid you know that losing interest in something you onceenjoyed is a symptom of poor mental health? In fact, it's one ofthe defining symptoms of depression. This is also known asanhedonia, or a "lack of pleasure," and it's the symptom ofdepression that people tend to hate the most.Hobbies are known to reduce stress and often cultivatea better, more enthused, and invigorated mood as anindividual partakes in their hobby of choice. A hobbydoesn't just have to be something creative like paintingor writing--a hobby can include baking, cooking, reading,gardening, and any number of other activities.How, then, does a hobby make you feel better?by Virgil LybargerEssentially, hobbies trigger the "reward system" in our brains.Successfully working on your hobby--finishing a painting,baking cookies, or finishing a book, for example, can makeyou feel like you've achieved something. This quite literallyactivates something in our brains--the release of a chemicalcalled dopamine that causes us to feel pleasure.These aren't the only benefits of a good hobby, of course.There are plenty of ways that a hobby can make you feelgood.Athletic hobbies can lead to better physical fitness, which canmake you feel good and healthy. Learning to play aninstrument or taking on an artistic hobby can improve yourmemory or reduce the chances of certain neurologicaldiseases later on in life. No matter the hobby, there's bound tobe some good to get out of it. So find something you enjoy,and make time for it! Your brain will certainly thank you.Sources: Neuroscience News, Utah State University

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 Samantha Robinson and Charlize Hernandez. If you wish to have your art, writing, or creativeexpression featured in the next issue, please submit tostudentnewsroom@baypath.edu.Source: Canva

Lava Fightby Mars Gallant

Following your dreamsA nod to Joel Hofer-- the best Thunderbirds goalie we have ever seenWhen one door opens you have tofollow it no matter where it leads you Sometimes you don’t want to orexpect it, but you must follow thatpath. Sometimes life throws you a curve balland you have to do what your hearttells you. Even sometimes if you feel like youwill hurt someone’s feelings you knowthat it’s not your fault. It doesn’t matter if you are miles awayfrom that person or close by becauseyou know in your heart that you willsee them again.by Samantha RobinsonSo follow your dreams wherever it may take you or whatever the futureholds for you just know deep in your heart you will always be aThunderbird and an Eastern Conference Champion. You are one amazing goalie who made history by scoring a goalie goal inthe Calder Cup Finals on May 12th 2022. You will be missed Hofer but know that no matter where you end up or ifSt Louis decides to keep you for good you will always be a Thunderblue.(Thunderbirds and St Louis Blues names mashed together) So go get em Hofer and show them what you are made of

It’ll be ok. I don’t want to talk about what it will be,I want to talk about right nowAnd how it is not at all ok.I try my best to fake it,Smile and nod. While the light inside me continues to fade, It’ll be ok. You assume it will be ok for me,Because it turned out ok for you.Invalidating my pain, hatred, and anger;With a simple, “it’ll be ok!”I understand you meant no harm,But please listen.If my life seems like it is falling apart,Assume it will not be ok.Will it be ok?by Charlize Hernandez

The leaves are swaying as the wind blows through thenight,Each leaf descends down as if it’s taking flight. The transition of colors as the seasons shift andchange,Making the color of the sky seem so bland and strange. The sweet smell of flowers fills the entire yard,The bees keep returning as if staying away was too hard. Every day the birds sing, introducing the morning, But they quickly leave once the cats come,understanding the warning. Nature is filled with animals, insects, and flowers,Every time I arrive, I can’t help but stay there for hours.by Charlize HernandezStart of Spring