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#Sustain
Spring 2018
#Sustain 2018 Contributors
Rosemary Wehberg is a senior at Frost-
Joel Russ is currently a senior at Frost- burg State University who is majoring
burg State University with plans to in Communication Studies with a
pursue a career in Sports Information & minor in Public Relations. She’s origi-
Media Relations with his degree in Mass nally from Salisbury, MD but decided
Communications & Journalism. He’s to leave home to attend college in the
from Laurel, MD and I’m a graduate of mountains.
Andrew Beachy is a senior at Frostburg Eleanor Roosevelt High School where I
JJ Jones is a senior majoring in Mass Com- Her favorite place in the world is the
State University. He majors in Philoso-
munication here at Frostburg State Univer- ran track and played football. I work in beach and would spend all her days
phy and minors in Journalism. Before
transferring to FSU, he attended Garrett sity. He loves photography, drawing, playing the University Sports Information Office there. Some of her hobbies include
College in neighboring Garrett County, basketball and meeting new people. You and I’m currently the public relations yoga, traveling, and being in the ocean.
where he earned an Associate’s Degree in may have seen him around campus with a chair for Active Minds, an organization After graduating this May, she plans
Liberal Arts. He looks forward to grad- camera or on the televisions in CCIT. One promoting mentel health awareness and to move back to Ocean City for the
uating after Fall 2018. In his spare time day he’s going to make it to the big time so Relationship Goals, a organization pro- summer and start looking for a career
Andrew enjoys hiking around the tristate moting healthy relationships. in journalism or public relations.
watch out world!
area, reading, and cooking.
William Stewart (Tre) is bold, funny,
Victoria Costa (Torie) is currently a Mykel Hutton is a Frostburg senior and Latisha Lewis, a fourth year student outgoing, and carefree. He is a junior
Junior working to attain her Bachelor’s in Psychology major, and is ready to grad- at FSU, majors in English. She also
English with a concentration in profes-
Mass Communication Major, minoring
uate at the end of this semester. She likes pursues two minors, one in Journalism in Journalism. He was born and raised
sional writing and a minor in journalism.
to play video games most of the time and and the other in Public Relations. Lewis in St. Mary’s County, Maryland. He
She is a News, Entertainment, and Sports
writer for The Bottom Line, the inde- read. She never gets enough sleep. has interned with the news and media holds the position of being second to the
pendent student-led news organization She enjoys the friends that she has, in- department here at FSU, where she wrote youngest of seven children. In 2015 he
at FSU. In her free time, she manages cluding Herbie, the class mascot this year press releases and completed other tasks. graduated from Great Mills High School,
thedrunkpen.com, a site containing her since there weren’t a lot of people in the In addition to the Sustainability Maga- home of the Hornets. #WeAreGreatMills
original poetry. During the summer, she class. She has fun hanging out with him zine, she was on the staff of FSU’s literary #HornetStrong. He hopes to graduate
fosters puppies for non-profit animal and her other friends; they watch a lot of magazine Bittersweet for two years.
rescue groups in Howard County, MD.
from Frostburg State University in the
anime, play games, and go out to eat. Lewis is also a senior writer on the staff Spring of 2019. Sometimes he gets a
Torie also enjoys traveling as she has
of the school’s newspaper The Bottom little afraid to take chances, but always
been to Austria, Liechtenstein, Germany,
Portugal, Switzerland, Trinidad & Tobago, Line. She writes articles on campus events remembers this quote:
and the United Kingdom (U.K.). and editorials on world events. After “Don’t worry about failures, worry about
college, she wants to pursue a career in the chances you miss when you don’t
public relations and put her writing skills even try.” -Jack Canfield
to work!
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Table of
Contents THE END
Mission Statement
#Sustain is a student-run magazine, advised by Dr. Jill Anne Morris,
dedicated to educating the student body on affairs concerning sustainbility.
In this issue the staff writers cover everything from ocean pollution to local businesses
to relationships and health.
#Sustain is funded by the Frostburg State Sustainability Fee.
Credits:
OF
OIL?
Photography and Graphics: Shutterstock, Jill Morris, Torie Costa, Rosemary
Wehberg
Editing: Jill Morris, Andrew Beachy, Torie Costa, Mykel Hutton, Latisha Lewis, JJ
Jones, Joel Russ, William Stewart, Rosemary Wehberg
Special thanks for additional layout help: Andrew Beachy
by Latisha Lewis
The End of Oil, The Shift Story,
Latisha Lewis.............................................4 Andrew Beachy.........................................15 One of the biggest challenges society like the Chevrolet Volt and the Nissan the increasing amount of natural disas-
faces today is reforming our energy sys- Leaf are eco-friendly but are seen less ters. Advocates like the Environmental
Sustaining Oceans, Sustaining your Identity, tem and moving away from our reliance on the road because they cost more than Protection Agency fear that the scientific
Rosemary Wehberg...................................5 Mykel Hutton............................................17 on fossil fuels. The U.S. gets its oil from many gasoline-powered cars. Other forms progress that was made towards under-
Nigeria, Canada, Mexico, the Persian of alternate energy, like solar power (en- standing this issue is being thrown away.
Climate Change, Gulf, and Venezuela. It is also the second ergy converted from the sun), hydrogen
Aromatherapy,
Latisha Lewis.............................................7 largest emitter of greenhouse gases in energy, and wind energy have been hotly Politicians benefit from allowing big oil
Rosemary Wehberg..................................19
the world. If the need for foreign oil is debated about whether they can meet companies the autonomy to import oil.
minimized, the U.S. could supply its own our energy demands better than fossil We will never preserve oil and simultane-
Sustaining your Gym Routine, Sustaining Late at Lane,
oil and wouldn’t need to rely on other fuels, especially since they are not as cost ously fix the environment with a corrupt
Torie Costa................................................8 JJ Jones....................................................20
countries. This would eventually make the effective. On the other hand, oil is popular system in place. As climate change experts
country more independent and capable of because it is so abundant and generates have been telling us for years, fossil fuels
Sustaining Healthy Relationships, How to Sleep, sustaining energy from its own oil sourc- billions of dollars in government revenue. will not last forever. Could you imagine
William Stewart.........................................9 Mykel Hutton............................................21 es. That puts money in the bank for our having to sustain one tank of gas for
federal government, but it doesn’t prevent Charles Lane, an editorialist for The the rest of your existence? As scary as it
Sustainable Media, Sustaining a Winning Culture, the destruction being done to our planet. Washington Post, explains how big oil sounds, this could all soon be a reality if
JJ Jones....................................................11 Joel Russ..................................................23 companies that profit off politicians’ sup- we continue to use oil at this rate.
Advanced and powerful countries like port are gaining notoriety with Trump’s
Sustaining a Healthy Relationship with the Adopt, Don’t Shop, the United States are capable of making administration. Barack Obama was op-
Roommates, Joel Russ..............................12 Torie Costa................................................25 environmentally efficient changes happen. posed to oil drilling because of its negative
One way many people are deciding to take effect on the environment. Research has
Clean Energy Controversy, progressive steps in the right direction is indicated that the oil boom is linked to
Andrew Beachy.........................................14 by purchasing electric cars. Electric cars climate change, and is responsible for
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Sustaining
Oceans by Rosemary Wehberg Mr. Trashwheel
Ocean Pollution
Have you taken a trip to one of your favorite
beaches, hoping to experience a fun, relaxing day
next to the clear ocean and sand, just to realize
that your favorite beach and ocean is filled with
trash and completely polluted? Yes, many of choose from. You can check out this organi-
us have had that unsettling moment of disap- zation’s Instragram account (4ocean) if you’re
pointment, where one of your favorite places interested in having a bracelet of your own and
has changed and became less than it used to be. supporting their efforts.
Ocean pollution is a huge impediment—not only
to happy vacationers but also to the environment.
Last but not least, how can you get involved in
The pollution on beaches directly affects marine
preserving our oceans? Helping this matter isn’t
and wildlife near the beach. Think about it like
as complicated as you may think. Simply reducing
this: the beach is the home for millions of species
your plastic consumption is the most beneficial
of life. Would you want a stranger to come in your
way to help. By using glassware products, you can
home and leave trash everywhere? If not, then you
help cut the production and use of plastic, which
shouldn’t want it in the ocean either.
will cut the amount of waste that may end up in
The Sunset off Waikiki Beach our oceans. Bringing your own reusable contain-
Ocean conservation is the preservation and ers to the grocery store or gas station for soda or
protection of the ecosystems in the oceans and coffee is another awesome way to actively help
some sort of news media linked to their nearly impossible to clean up. Once issues for any huge event or production Maryland is effectively trying to make
seas. This effort is essential to human existence, this cause. Buying and using recycled bags to put
phone and can see the recurring videos this process occurs, it is very difficult to located in the area, like the Olympics, a difference. “Mr. Trash Wheel” is an
because the ocean provides food to eat, water to your groceries in is also one of the number one
and articles about animals dying due to reverse. Animals like dolphins, whales, which were held in Rio de Janeiro in innovative machine that harnesses
drink, and air to breathe. Without a functioning ways to prevent plastic waste in the oceans.
ocean pollution. For example, there are jellyfish and many more are directly 2016. Even the Inner Harbor in Balti- the power of sunlight and river flow
ocean ecosystem, life will ultimately cease to exist.
videos of massive whales washing up affected by ocean pollution. more, Maryland suffers from high-pol- to turn the machine and collect the
Human-caused damage to waters is one of the
on shore because of the harmful living luted waters. The Harbor is not tech- debris flowing down the Jones Falls The Ocean Wise organization states that
worst issues the world is faced with in today’s soci-
conditions they are forced into. For Unfortunately, the most popular nically a traditional beach with sand River. The river currents and solar choosing one piece of plastic to cut out your
ety. Pollution and oil spills are just two of the most
another example, according to NBC beaches in the world are some of the and lifeguards, but the Inner Harbor is panels provide enough power to turn lifestyle is a great place to start. A shower pouf
common obstructions towards clean and healthy
News, in February 2017, 30 plastic bags most polluted beaches. The beaches connected to one of the biggest beaches the wheel. The trash is collected and is a perfect example. Instead of using a plastic
oceans. If society continues to ignore these major
were found in a beached whale’s stom- in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil are one of on the Eastern Shore: Ocean City, deposited into a dumpster barge. shower pouf, a person can switch to a reusable
problems, it will ultimately create a huge gap in
ach in Norway. Sadly, one of the most the worst examples to highlight. Sao Maryland. One of the Inner Harbor’s bamboo scrub or a loofah to exfoliate instead
our environment. Oceans unify all life and our
common forms of ocean pollution is Conrado is one of the most beloved biggest struggles is keeping the harbor 4Ocean Bracelets is also a popular of a plastic one. Another great way of reducing
world, which is why this matter is a huge problem.
plastic bags. According to Fauna & beaches in Brazil, but it’s one of the clean. This is most likely because it’s in effort to preserve our oceans. This is plastic waste is simply cleaning plastic up if you
There are many efforts today underway to restore
Flora International Wildlife Conserva- most polluted. The Guardian reported the heart of a major populated city. an organization where every bracelet see it. Obviously, a person isn’t going to spend all
our oceans to their natural healthy state. What
tion, an estimated eight million tons of that two years ago the beach was so purchased funds the removal of one their time picking up other people’s trash, yet, if
are some ways someone can get involved without
plastic reaches our oceans every year. polluted that it was ruled out for a pro There are currently many orga- pound of trash from the ocean. So far, everyone picked up some of the bigger items of
breaking their bank?
An estimated 500 marine species are surfing competition. The sewage from nizations making an effort to clean this organization has removed over trash encountered when they are out, it could add
affected by plastic pollution. The major the slums flowed directly into the wa- our oceans. The Inner Harbor was 367,000 pounds of waste from our up and make a significant difference.
Firstly, the effects towards marine life due to issue arising from plastic pollution is ter, and it created a smelly fountain of mentioned as being one body of water oceans. Not only are these bracelets
polluted oceans need to be addressed. Marine life the process of plastic breaking down untreated waste and a huge brown stain that has high levels of pollution. While purchased for a great cause, they
experiences the worst effects due to ocean pollu- into tiny micro-plastics, making it in the water. Ocean pollution causes this is still a pressing issue, Baltimore, have so many different styles you can
tion. This occurs because of the waste infecting
their habitats. Everyone reading this article has
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Sustaining Your Gym Routine
by Torie Costa
Climate
Every year when New Year’s rolls around, you make yet another list of resolutions, stick to
them for two weeks max, and then—nothing. One of your resolutions probably involved get-
ting fit and going to the gym. You bought a gym membership, pinned workouts on Pinterest,
and developed a routine of some sort. But then what? Life gets hectic, then you lose motiva-
tion, and yet again you are falling short of your goals.
Change
Perhaps working out is too daunting for you, or maybe you aren’t seeing the results you
want. Whatever the reason may be, here are some tips inspired by VeryWellFit for develop-
ing and maintaining a gym routine:
1. Schedule exercise times: As college students, “free time” is a
rather foreign concept. Have a break between classes? Swing by
the gym!
• Keep a calendar of your workouts.
• If you can’t find free time during your day, break up your
by Latisha Lewis workout into 10 or 15 minute segments, otherwise known as
“split workouts.”
4 Scary Facts About
Would you want the government to and it will take a lot of time and money for • Plan your workouts ahead of time so you aren’t tempted to
regulate your cellphone use because it politicians to work towards reforming it. skip them.
effects global warming and climate change?
Climate Change
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Cellphones are said to be one of the many Even though some locals may be skepti- 2. Start slow: Ease yourself into a workout routine.
(According to Msnbc.com)
things that add to the world’s worsen- cal towards climate change in the region,
ing climate change. However, cellphone most students are not. A senior who has 3. Start with small goals: It’s easier to exercise when your immedi-
regulation is just one potential solution on attended FSU for all four of her academic ate goals are small, yet attainable.
the horizon. The government does not have years, Katelyn Massey, explains her take on
to regulate technology usage if citizens climate change: More than 1 million species are
actually strive to work towards helping the in danger of extinction (this will 4. Make exercising fun: Don’t forget to mix it up. Watch exercise
environment. affect the ecosystem). videos, follow fitness blogs, and download fitness apps. Create a fun
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“I don’t understand how people could playlist to listen to when working out. Try new exercises and alter-
reject what is happening with the world nate your routine every week to keep it fresh and interesting.
Lately, climate change has been signifi- and what is clearly happening in the re-
cantly discussed at Frostburg State Uni- gion,” she said. Massey believes Frostburg
versity (FSU). Although emails and panel Almost 100% of California is 5. Group fitness: Attend classes if you enjoy social exercise. There is
weather is too unstable to not be affected
discussions were held at FSU regarding the suffering from drought. something for everyone, and most gym memberships include
by climate change. “Let’s just look at the
topic over the years, not everyone in the fitness classes.
weather around the country; why are we
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region, city, or even here at FSU believes in having 70-degree weather in the winter?”
climate change. added Massey. She hopes change is made 6. Find some gym buddies:
to resolve the issue before it is too late.
Many people can point fingers and say Excessive heat caused thousands • Go to the gym with a friend! Motivate each other and perform
the students are one factor when it comes Jameela Rogers, a freshman at FSU, is of premature deaths from 1979- partner exercises.
to the attitudes about climate change in ambivalent about labeling the area’s unsta- 2003.
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Western Maryland. However, the perma- ble weather as climate change. “I haven’t 7. Stop worrying about results, especially immediate results:
nent residents of the city and region also been here for a full year, and I don’t think
affect how climate changed is discussed I know enough about the region’s weather • Rome wasn’t built overnight, so don’t expect your dream body to
and handled as well. Various political views patterns to say it is due to climate change,”
In about 20 years, the Artic be built overnight either.
often persuade how people perceive climate she explained. However, Rogers was not
change. Region will have its first ice-free
denying the presence of climate change,
summer. 8. Increase your motivation:
she just does not want to speak unknow-
According to the New York Times, the ingly on the topic.
residents of Allegany County, Maryland • Learn how others stay motivated by watching online videos, moti-
voted predominately Republican in the vational speeches, following fitness bloggers, etc.
Regardless of the regional attitudes
last presidential election, and there is a towards climate change, FSU has made
known correlation between Republicans strides towards sustainability. Second- 9. Figure out which exercises work for you:
and climate change denial. The New York Nature.org talks about the two awards
Times also mentioned that less than a third the University received for making these • Everyone is different. Just because you see a fitness model run 10
of Republicans accepted climate change’s environmental changes. FSU currently miles on the treadmill does not mean it will provide the same
existence. works towards helping the environment. outcome for you.
For instance, there are various resources
Donald Trump’s administration is full of for recycling. Recycling bins can be found • Find something that you feel comfortable with and are capable
people who deny the existence of climate in the FSU’s Gira Center, library and other of doing.
change. If our current administration various locations. Recycling waste reduc-
denies climate change, they will not have to es the need to create new material which
10. Take rest days:
dedicate time to reform it. Unfortunately, reduces harmful greenhouse emissions.
climate change is a significant problem
• Your body needs time to recover, especially if you’re sore.
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Sustaining about the things they are saying. This
means that some of the things coming
out of their mouth may be disrespectful.
Being honest with your significant
they can to make their partner happy.
They are respectful, honest, a good com-
municator, and they trust their partner.
That individual does everything to build
Listen to
understand,
Healthy
other can help maintain a healthy a healthy relationship, but their partner
relationship as well. A relationship that
is fueled by secrets and lies is a relation-
does not trust them for personal reasons.
That person’s partner will constantly
not just to
by William Stewart ship that is destined for failure. Honesty
goes hand-in-hand with respect. To be
blame them for things that they have not
done, question their actions, and does reply.
dishonest with your significant other not want their significant other to go or
Relationships
means that you are disrespecting them. do anything without them. This is done delity and physical abuse are the only two
Honesty is also connected to having good by someone who, due to problems in a red flags of a relationship. Those are two
communication. If the things that you past relationship, may have trust issues. of the major red flags, but they are not
are communicating with your partner are An individual who is overbearing and the only flags. Verbal abuse, emotional
not true, you are eliminating the purpose controlling may also do something abuse, lack of effort, and lack of attention
of the communication. Neither partner like this. are all red flags in a relationship. In a re-
Sustaining a healthy relationship is clear understanding. The next step is to should make the other feel as though Last but not least, someone who is lationship, no one wants to feel as though
something that is hard for a lot of peo- give a response if needed. Sometimes a they cannot be honest with them about unsure of how a relationship is supposed all his or her energy is drained from
ple to do. When the topic of a healthy
relationship is brought up, some people
confuse it with the thought of a “perfect
response is unnecessary and you should
just acknowledge that you understand
where your partner is coming from.
anything. In some relationships, individ-
uals make their partner feel as though
to work, and is not ready for one, may do
something such as not trusting a partner
trying to make it work. If you ever get to
that point of feeling drained, then maybe
Can we talk?
they cannot be honest with them. Some who is trustworthy. The constant feeling it is time to let the relationship go. Avoid
relationship.” I say, “perfect relationship” Both parties in a relationship should feel individuals are not honest because they of not being trusted by your significant doing all the work in a relationship, In 2018, before building a relationship,
in scare quotes because there is no such comfortable speaking with their part- other can make you no longer want to the millennials go through what is called the
but—also—avoid not doing any work in
thing as a perfect relationship. No matter
how hard one tries to find or create a per-
ner, and expressing how they feel about
certain situations. There are times when Be honest with be in a relationship. Both partners in
a relationship should practice trusting
a relationship at all.
Having a relationship means splitting
“talking” stage. No one can explain who exact-
ly came up with this phase, but most millen-
fect relationship, they will not succeed. your partner may not be as expressive as one another. Trust is something that is nials believe in going through it. Before going
No one in this world is perfect; therefore,
a perfect relationship cannot exist. A
you are. As their partner, you should help
them feel comfortable enough to open
each other. built over time; it takes time to fully trust
someone. Being patient with one another,
the work 50/50. Make sure that you and
your partner are meeting each other
through a talking stage, you must know what
it is. What exactly does it mean to go through
halfway. If you notice that your partner this stage?
relationship may seem to be perfect when up. Ask questions to guide the conver- and practicing honesty is the best way
are afraid of the outcome. One cannot is not putting in any effort, address the
it first begins, but as time goes on, feel- sation like “What’s wrong” or “Is there to build trust. Some people may have
simply force their significant other to be issue with your partner. Sometimes your Putting it into basic terms, the talking stage
ings and actions begin to change. Both something I can do to help?” Asking trust issues due to previous experienc-
comfortable with the truth. All one can partner may change and put in more is when two people are still getting to know
partners must work separately to keep simple questions can help your partner es but there is no easy fix to that issue.
do is be honest, and prepare for what effort. Sometimes your partner may not one another without being labeled boyfriend/
their relationship together. better communicate with you. Good There is no easy strategy to build trust
may come next. I am a firm believer change, and that means that it is time to girlfriend. Want to know the ridiculous part
Sustaining a healthy relationship communication allows both parties to in a relationship. Both partners must try about it? It already existed, it’s a little some-
in “What’s done in the dark, comes to let go of the relationship.
begins with good communication. The determine what direction their relation- their best at being honest, communicat- thing called “getting to know each other.” To-
phrase “communication is key” may ship is headed. the light,” meaning no matter how hard
ing, and being respectful. Never giving day’s youth are just putting a different name on
seem cliché, but it is something to live by. Respecting your partner is another someone may try to hide a secret, it will
your partner a reason to question your it, complicating it, and confusing everyone. To
In a relationship, both parties should be key to sustaining a healthy relationship. come out eventually. those people who would start a story saying,
Trust plays a big factor in a relation- motives or movement during the rela-
willing to listen to their partner. Active Parties must be willing to respect their tionship will help build the trust. “Back in my day,” it would be called dating.
listening, which means listening to un- partner’s character and feelings. Bound- ship. If there is no trust, there is no
relationship. Often in a relationship an Sometimes a relationship with cer-
derstand and not to reply, is something aries should be established and respected Over the past couple of years, the stage of
individual may question their partner’s tain people may just not work out. The
that any individual entering a relation- by both parties before, during, and after getting to know someone has been terrorized
every move. They may feel as though parties may be better off as friends, or by social influence. Some people let social me-
ship should practice. When your partner the relationship. If either partner should they may be better leaving each other
their partner is up to something that will dia dictate what happens between them and
is voicing their opinions or feelings, disrespect those boundaries, they are alone. Forcing a relationship to work will
bring the relationship to an end. What the person that they are getting to know.
listen and respond to them. Let them get disrespecting their significant other. only make it worse. Both partners should
out all their thoughts, then repeat what Respecting your partner means that person does not understand is that
refusing to trust your partner can also realize that at some point it might not Many people use the talking stage as a mask
they say to make sure that you have a listening to them and avoiding actions work and agree on what the next step will to have meaningless sexual relations. This can
that may cause them harm (mentally, cause the relationship to end. Being in a
relationship with someone who does not be. Parting ways and maintaining a good cause feelings to be misconstrued, and often
Trust is physically, etc.). Poor communication in
a relationship can cause a lack of respect. trust you may make you become very
restless. You will get tired of answering
friendship may be the healthiest thing for
the couple.
results in someone getting hurt. One person in
the “situationship” may feel as though the two
Every couple argues to some extent. People sometimes ignore red flags in are building a connection, and may be on their
something Some arguments may be small and some
may be big. In an argument, things can
questions and feeling as though you must
give an explanation for your actions. a relationship, because they want to do
everything possible to make the relation-
way to forming a relationship. On the opposite
end, the other person may be merely looking
There have been cases in which one per-
that is built get heated and people may not think
son in a relationship is doing everything ship work. Often people think that infi-
for a friend with benefits.
over time. 9 10
Sustainable Media SUSTAINING A HEALTHY
RELATIONSHIP
by JJ Jones
E very day we reap the benefits
month. It’s even more ex-
pensive if you have multiple
WITH THE ROOMMATES
of mobile technology as we use our TVs and want premium
phones to FaceTime, go on social me- channels. Fortunately,
dia, and stream videos. Streaming is you can get all of the same
a popular way that people watch live content at a much cheaper
or prerecorded broadcasts. Many price. Amazon Prime is
businesses such as Amazon Prime, $12.99 per month, Netflix is
Hulu, and Netflix are adapting to cul- $11 per month, and a Hulu
tural trends to establish themselves
as sustainable media outlets.
account is as low as $8 per
month. Either way, access-
by Joel Russ
A question often asked to me is: “Do you get along with your This could be as simple as considering how the other person may
ing movies and TV shows
roommates?” Usually the answer is ,“Yes, I do.” However, that feel about certain things such as personal space, and how doing
Even if you haven’t decided to com- over the internet is only a
pletely cut the cord yet, one thing is fraction of what you would doesn’t mean that it’s always been easy or always smooth sailing. certain things may affect them. For example, if you need a pen
for certain: the state of traditional pay for cable. Maintaining a healthy relationship naturally requires a lot of and your roommate has one sitting on their desk, however they
TV has shifted more towards a new effort. People have issues with their roommates for a variety of are not in—instead of taking the pen thinking they won’t miss it,
viewing experience. In 1997, Netflix How do you know which reasons. One reason could be with a roommate entering another’s you could be considerate and contact your roommate to let them
entered the market and changed streaming service is the personal space. Another roommate could fail to help with getting know. Small things like this could easily develop trust between
the way we watch everything. While right one for you? things done, whether it be bills, getting groceries, or toiletries for you and your roommate, which could help build a healthy rela-
it was originally a DVD delivery the house and such. Another thing that might happen is a general tionship. Another thing that can be done is just simple commu-
service, Netflix is now primarily a nication with your roommate. A simple “good morning” or “hey
Well, who’s to say you lack of respect for the other person. The common factor in all
streaming service that allows cus-
can’t have all three? The issues is a lack of consideration for the roommate. If you have a what’s up?” can go a long way. It makes your roommate feel like
tomers to watch a wide variety of
award-winning TV shows, movies,
Amazon Fire Stick only costs $40 shortly after they air on network tele- roommate, then all you need to do is have a fair amount of con- they can talk to you and makes them feel more at home. It also
and can access over 15,000 apps and vision. Hulu also has a live service sideration and communication with him or her. eliminates any discomfort that you may be feeling between
documentaries, and more on thou-
games, including Netflix, Amazon for about $40 a month that is avail- each other.
sands of internet-connected devices.
Prime, Hulu, HBO Now, ESPN GO able in some areas (including Frost-
Over the years, Netflix has become a
and YouTube. You will still have to burg and Cumberland). This service
household name and as of April 2018
pay for the individual services, can easily completely replace cable.
it has over 125 million subscribers
however.
worldwide. In general, streaming
services have substantially increased Undoubtedly, the future of digital
their audience, causing many TV A survey taken by Rotten Toma-
toes revealed that 14 out of the 35
media is here and I wouldn’t count
on the wave dying down anytime
Here are a few pointers gathered
viewers to replace cable with them.
Some of the factors driving that best shows to watch in 2017 were soon. It’s no surprise that the reve- from asking around the Frost-
either Netflix, Hulu or Amazon
migration include cheaper costs,
Prime originals. One way that the big
nue for subscription-based services
in the US, according to Statista, is
burg State University campus on
less commercials and the ability for
consumers to watch content on their competitors in the streaming indus- expected to grow from $14 billion to sustaining a healthy relationship
try are sustaining their business is $18.65 billion by 2022. The future of
own schedule.
by producing original content. If digital media is here and it provides
with one’s roommates.
you haven’t noticed by now, some of access to a wide variety of content for
Let’s face it: video on demand is
TV’s best new series have premiered a fraction of the cost of traditional • Constant communication.
so popular because it allows people
without airing on broadcast cable. cable.
to watch their favorite TV shows, • Consistent understanding.
House of Cards, Narcos, Stranger Things,
sports, and movies whenever they
Dare Devil and Luke Cage are Netflix
• Keep shared spaces clean.
choose. Nowadays, you can watch the
original series with unparalleled • Respect each other’s living habits.
same TV show or movie from multi- • Spend time together.
ratings. Orange is the New Black, now
ple platforms via a laptop, computer, • Keep a respectful noise level at
in its fourth season, had over 23 mil-
tablet, or smartphone. With this lux-
lion viewers during the first month! night.
ury, I know it’s tempting to skip class
This stellar lineup is paying off, and
in order to finish the rest of that new
Netflix plans to capitalize off of this
series of Gotham. You could watch on
success by continuing to invest mon-
Thursdays at 8 pm when it airs on
ey into its owned originals. Hulu and
Fox, but it’s 2018. Who wants to deal
Amazon Prime aren’t as prominent
with the hassle of waiting or paying
as Netflix when it comes to original
for cable?
shows, but both still have a loyal user
base because of their content and
A basic TV and internet bundle the features they offer. Both Ama-
deal will cost you at least $60 a zon and Hulu offer television shows
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Clean Energy
by Andrew Beachy Controversy
Massive structures taller than ect, sits on Backbone Mountain One of the largest complaints
a football field is long are tow- near the county seat of Oakland. against the turbines is their en-
ering over the landscape of The project hosts twenty-eight vironmental impact—birds and
Western Maryland. 415 foot tall 415 foot tall wind turbines. An- bats often fall victim to the tur-
wind turbines dot the hills and other wind farm, the Fourmile bines’ blades. In particular, the
mountains in neighboring Gar- Wind Energy Project, houses turbines are criticized for further
rett County, harvesting wind 16 turbines west of Frostburg in endangering the population of
energy around the clock. The neighboring Allegany County. the Indiana Bat, a species of bat
county’s altitude and mountain- listed as endangered by the U.S.
ous terrain make it the perfect Wind power has been and con- Fish and Wildlife Service. Exelon
spot in Maryland to harvest re- tinues to be a controversial top- has remained in close contact
newable wind energy. ic in Western Maryland. While with the Service in order to min-
many welcome the switch to sus- imize the environmental impact
In the face of changing cli- tainable energy, others are skepti- of its turbines, though the com-
mate, many communities are cal of the wind turbines. Home- pany and its turbines continue to
looking to decrease their depen- owners near the wind farms have receive criticism.
dence upon fossil fuels in favor complained that the turbines are
of seeking more renewable en- simply too loud. However, the Exelon’s two wind farms in
ergy sources. In Garrett County, company that owns the farms, Garrett County are capable of
many look to wind power as a Exelon, has shown that the noise supplying electricity to nearly
possible source of energy. How- generated by the turbines falls 50,000 homes in Maryland and
ever, not everyone in the county within regulated sound limits. neighboring states Virginia and
likes the idea of wind power. Other residents complain that Delaware. Although the wind
the turbines are eyesores across farms represent a step towards
The county is host to multiple the once-scenic landscape. a future of sustainable energy,
wind farms. The first to be com- they remain a polarizing element
pleted, the Criterion Wind Proj- within Garrett County.
“ Wind power has been and
continues to be a controversial
”
topic in Western Maryland.
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“ ”
[Editor’s note: Shortly after this article was to change the way Frostburg thinks about Clay wanted to create a different culinary
originally written, Shift suddenly and unex-
pectedly closed its doors to the public. This
food. Clay, a Baltimore native, was very un-
familiar with the landscape when she first
experience, one that Frostburg hadn’t seen
yet. Clay’s husband helped her to find the Knowing where your products
come from is so important to us.
article has been edited slightly to reflect that moved to Frostburg. At first, she didn’t think inspiration she was looking for—Jason was
change.] about opening a restaurant—she just wanted a vegetarian, though he found it hard to find
to connect with the community and see what a restaurant in town with a wide variety of
Pots clatter, pans bang, and wonderful
they wanted. vegetarian choices. outreach was important. “We’re a public service,” people of the city of Frostburg,” Clay said.
smells waft through the air. Is it fresh bread
you smell? Maybe a delicious stew? You’ve As Clay put it, “It took me a really long time Clay saw what the community had need- as Clay said. Clay placed a high value on interact- By responding to the needs of the commu-
just walked into one of Frostburg’s newer and I went through a lot of different jobs. It ed—a wider variety of restaurant options for ing with her customers. “We remember what you nity, Shift continued to offer products that
restaurants—Shift, located at the corner of took me a long time to figure out what the any variety of diets, be it vegetarian, vegan, like, what you don’t like. We remember who you the community wanted. “That’s how we’ve
Broadway and Ormand. The dining room community needed and wanted. How could or gluten-free. She saw an opportunity within are. We encourage you to keep coming in and trying had success. We’ve engaged our community.
may have been small, but it feels like home I give it to them? What were my skills?” She the growing farm-to-table movement, which new things.” We’ve been proactive. We try to give them
and is abuzz with lively conversation. Across eventually opened a bar in Frostburg, but represents a commitment to serve customers what they want,” Clay said.
Positive relationships throughout the commu-
the dining room you could see right into the didn’t find it fulfilling. “At the end of the day, food which has been locally grown and har- nity depend upon transparency. As she put it, “You Clay hoped to promote a message of envi-
kitchen—if you watched closely enough, you I didn’t feel like I was making the impact I vested. Overall, Clay’s restaurant mission fo- can see conversations between the employees, you ronmental sustainability though their farm-
could see your meal being made. You might wanted. I didn’t feel like I was building rela- cused on sustainability—promoting a sustain- can see the camaraderie, and you can see how it to-table model. Buying from local sources
have even seen owner and manager Jes Clay tionships,” she said. able community, a sustainable local economy, all works.” eliminated the pollution created by transport-
dashing though the dining room. Sometimes and a sustainable environment. As she put it, ing products hundreds of miles. Buying lo-
Clay eventually found her niche with cook- Clay’s commitment to serving the community
she would take orders, sometimes she would “I wanted a breath of fresh air.” cally also allowed Clay to know exactly what
ing. “Cooking in front of people made me feel meant that she had to create a space where the com-
cook. And sometimes she would do her favor- was in her products. As she put it, “Knowing
connected to them,” she said. “When I got to For Clay, promoting a sustainable commu- munity would feel welcome. “When people come in to
ite thing of all—socialize with new and regular where your products come from is so import-
see them enjoy it, I became excited about it. I nity environment formed the core of the Shift Shift, they leave everything at the door. When I look
customers alike. ant to us.” To avoid needing to buy produce
said to myself, ‘this is what Frostburg needs.’ philosophy. Because she ran a business that out into the dining room, I can see people engaging.
Jes and her husband Jason opened the But what kind of a restaurant does it need?” relies largely upon customers from the local from large retailers, Clay tailored the seasonal
They’re talking to each other,” she said. “Even the
restaurant over three years ago with a dream She started brainstorming. community, Clay believed that community menu to match up with produce she could get
single diners—they’re comfortable. They’re reading a
locally.
The Shift Story
book. They’re enjoying their meal.”
Clay worked in various ways to minimize
Aside from promoting positive interpersonal re-
the restaurant’s environmental impact. The
lationships in the community, Clay also sought to
dining room never used paper napkins, pre-
bring sustainability to the local economy. For a farm-
ferring to use cloth napkins instead. The
to-table restaurant, this means committing to buying
bathrooms offered washable hand towels
and selling local products. Clay said, “I wanted to
alongside paper towels. Food waste was near-
hone in on working with local farmers, showcasing
Changing the way we think about fresh food their products, cultivating relationships, and grow-
ing.” Sustaining the local economy can be rewarding,
too. “Handing money over to the farmers is really
ly nonexistent—food scraps were sent back to
the farms to be composted or used as animal
feed. Even the take-out containers were made
of recycled materials and could be composted.
satisfying,” she said.
Shift’s farm-to-table model sidestepped the
by Andrew Beachy Farmers and members of farming co-ops could be
seen dropping off their goods throughout the week
wastefulness and negative environmental im-
pact of factory farming. Clay sourced Shift’s
at Shift. However, it wasn’t unusual to see Clay out
Photos in this article by Joe “Mustache Man” Hoffman products from a number of local farms, in-
and about picking up the shipments herself. Accord-
cluding Savage Mountain Farm in Meyersdale,
ing to her, it was a great opportunity to interact with
Leaning Pine Farm in Mount Savage, Back-
the people who played a key role in providing for
bone Farms in Oakland, and Firefly Farms in
her customers.
Accident. Clay has these and many more local
Keeping money within the community is import- farmers to thank for providing fresh seasonal
ant for Clay. Engaging with local consumers supports produce, meats, and cheeses.
local farmers and local businesses. “We’re support-
Shift stood as a monument of environmen-
ing local people—our employees, our farmers, the
tal sustainability in Frostburg. Its transparent
business model served to tie the community
Now that the restaurant is closed, many people are left
together over a common passion—good food.
wondering what happened. Clay’s dedicated customers ar-
en’t sure what the future of Shift is, or if it even has a fu-
The farm-to-table model benefitted local
ture. As Clay put it, “Shift was so much more than just farms and businesses alike. By avoiding the
a restaurant; it was a lifestyle, a home, and a family”. big food retailers like Sysco or Reinhart, Shift
kept money circulating within the local com-
Clay is acutely aware that Frostburg can be an exhausting place munity. In turn, the restaurant and its staff
to run a small business. Regarding Shift closing, she said, “I were able to serve up the freshest food possi-
held on to hope, my fans, my employees and everything else ble. Shift’s commitment to environmental sus-
that I could, but it was game over. I had no more resources. No tainability kept its ecological footprint small,
one on the outside can ever understand the delicate nuances that which benefitted the community as a whole.
go into owning and operating a restaurant. It takes everything
you have, physically, financially, emotionally ... and it always As a business, Shift survived as long as it
needs more, more, more. That is why the restaurant business did thanks to its dedicated community and
is the absolute hardest business and the failure rate is so high”. following. Being a voice of progress within the
community is very important to Clay. Above
Frostburg has seen many new businesses open and close over all, Clay remains indebted to her restaurant’s
the past few years. Does Frostburg have a problem sustaining loyal following. As she put it, “we wanted to
small businesses? Clay thinks that her business closing, as well get to know our people. That’s how we created
as many others, is symptomatic of a larger issue in the area. a movement.”
“While economic growth is penetrating all over Allegany Coun-
ty, its new residential status has actually declined. The housing
market is just really slim pickings, no new jobs have been cre-
ated, and we just aren’t recruiting young folks to stay here. It
is all cyclical and right now the cycle is off balance. It is hard
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to stay in business when you have no business coming through
your door,” she said.
Sustaining Your Identity
by Mykel Hutton
Moving to a new place begins an import- Reach Out
ant chapter in a person’s life. Being older and
adjusting to a new area can be a little bit more
There are several clubs and activities that you
difficult than what you experienced if you
can join as well as sororities and fraternities.
moved homes as a child—though children go
Frostburg also hosts social events that are often
through this too. You find yourself surrounded
free and easily accessible including a monthly
by people you don’t know and you aren’t sure
Late at Lane event. It offers events and prizes
how much of yourself that you can be. You lose
while you socialize with fellow students. If you
yourself. It is an odd feeling and no matter how
aren’t sure that’s what you want to do, you can
confident or expressive you are as a person, it
always look to work somewhere on campus,
is something that may happen. This isn’t saying
join one of the many clubs, or even open up
that every time you travel somewhere new, you
to classmates or your roommates. You need to
are going to lose whoever you were before you
do something to make sure you are reaching
got there, but it is saying that being in this new
out to the right people and keeping in touch
spot, being without the familiarity that you are
with them.
used to, and maybe even the friends you grew
up with, can make you can feel alone. This is
okay. While it can be stressful and scary, you Try Not to Take on Too Much
will be able to get through this.
As a freshman, you might want to do ev-
Here is a list of six things that will hopefully erything you can and as much of it as possible
help you through this time in your life: (concerning classes especially). Just because
you know that you have to take all the classes,
do not take on a workload so heavy that you
Understanding your self may burn out or isolate yourself more. Do not
esteem take on more than you are prepared to han-
dle. This also includes making plans with new
Self-esteem is composed of two essential friends. It is fine if you all want to do is hang out
things: how you see yourself and how others a lot, no one will discourage that; however, do
see you. Your self-esteem could have been low not take so much time out that you cannot find
or high before you moved and it might change a balance between them and your schoolwork.
once you get to the new place. This is only be-
cause there is a change of scenery; feeling out of
place in a new area may drastically change how
Call Home
you view yourself and how you assume others
view you. Try to do a few things to make your- If you are feeling particularly homesick, call
self feel better, things that you yourself enjoy home, call old friends, keep in contact via social
and that will make you feel a little more com- media or any way that you can. Do not just cut
fortable, even if it does not lead immediately to ties because you are away. You may feel loads
making friends. better calling home than just constantly miss-
ing the life you used to have.
Being Comfortable with New
Recognize When Your Social
Friends
Problem Is A Bigger Problem
Conforming to what you see around you is
kind of important, but you have to do it in a way If you feel that you are having extreme trou-
that makes you comfortable as well. You may ble fitting in or if you feel like you are honest-
feel alone, but that doesn’t mean you should go ly not going to make it through the semester
out of your way in order to fit in. You don’t have because you feel so alone, please seek help at
to compromise your comfort in order to ensure the professional level. Do not suffer alone. If
that you have friends. If your new friends end you are uncomfortable going to a counselor on
up doing things that you don’t agree with, it is campus, then please speak with someone that
ok to tell them that you won’t be participating you trust about this whether that is another stu-
and you could even consider getting a differ- dent, a teacher, a friend, or your parents back
ent set of friends. If you try to fit in too much, home. You must recognize when your inability
you may lose yourself more than when you felt to socialize might be affecting you mentally.
alone. Try to find friends that do things that you
enjoy or that you know won’t force you to do
something that you are uncomfortable with.
17 18Aromatherapy
Sustaining Your Mental Clarity
by Rosemary Wehberg
Aromatherapy is a great method to balance your mental clarity in
a healthy and natural way. Aromatherapy is commonly referred to
as “Essential Oil Therapy.” According to the Modern Essential Usage
Guide, essential oils are the volatile liquids that are distilled from
plants, including their respective parts such as seeds, bark, leaves,
stems, roots, flowers, and fruits. The use of essential oils has numer-
ous health benefits. One can diffuse, consume, or mix essential oils to
receive some of their amazing wonders. Many essential oils stem from
the natural oils that are found in plants, which is why the uses seem
endless. While some people prefer to mix the oils with water and dif-
fuse them into the air, others like to directly consume the oils mixed
with water. However, some of the oils may have a bit of a potent taste,
so you should proceed with caution.
Some of the most popular essential oils are lavender, lemon, or-
ange, deep blue, and more. These oils tend to be the most popular due
to their multi-use functions and the delightful aroma they provide.
With a little research, you can become a master at mixing oils. There
are many natural remedies and blends you can make to enhance your
overall well-being. Here are a couple of ways to enjoy aromatherapy:
Sustaining
• Sandalwood and Frankincense: Enhances focus and meditation,
recommended to diffuse in the air during yoga practice.
• Lavender: A natural relaxer, it is recommended for use if you
having trouble sleeping. Many people place a drop or two of lavender
essential oil on their pillows at night to calm their body and mind.
• Fractionated Coconut Oil: A natural moisturizer beneficial for
your skin when mixed with warm bath water or directly applied to
your skin. Recommended for use if you have dry, sensitive skin.
• Grapefruit, lemon, and citrus: Natural “up-lifters.” These are all
LATE AT LANE
by JJ Jones
three great oils to diffuse in the air when you’re in a down mood. What makes Frostburg State University so distinct? Some might say dances. They stopped playing a lot of the urban music I was used to and
These oils promote a refreshing, comfortable atmosphere. it is the scenic landscape or the strange weather patterns. Although FSU began playing more techno-rave like music. Things have never been the
catches a lot of flak for its location and unpredictable winters, there are same since my freshman year.” Cooper is not oblivious to the change in
• Lemon Essential Oil: A natural cleanser. Known to be an many things that make this school great. Several traditions have been student turnout over the years.
outstanding cleaner for kitchen and bathroom appliances and even sustained over the years providing students with an opportunity to enjoy
removes some of the toughest stains. themselves and get involved on campus. He admits one of the biggest challenges is “trying to take safety pre-
cautions and still have students want to show up. In the past, we’ve had to
It’s clear that the uses and options for essential oils are endless. Late at Lane, originally named “Paws after Dark,” was founded in 2011 deal with people getting sick and students showing up too rowdy. Some
The more familiar you are with oils, the more creative you can get by the Director of Student Life, Robert Cooper. On one Saturday of each of these incidents were a reoccurring issue, which made the University
with your blends based on your unique preferences. Doterra is one month, students gather in the Lane Center to enjoy free entertainment, become more proactive to reduce risks.” Unlike before, more security be-
of the best quality brands of essential oils to use because there are no food, and prize giveaways. From 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. there are games, came involved during check-in and stricter rules were implemented in the
extra chemicals added to their oils. Aromatherapy is one of the most creation stations, and music, all within a festive environment. “When we dress code. “In doing so, we saw our numbers dip a little bit but I believe
natural forms of therapy and is a much healthier, safer alternative to first started Late at Lane, we only used the top of the Lane Center, but they’ve crept back up this year.”
other ways that students destress like alcohol. It’s definitely something now we use the whole building,” Cooper says.
to check out and look more into if you’re interested! As he remains optimistic about the future, Cooper hopes to reel in
Student turnout tends to fluctuate up and down depending on what’s more students by bringing back some of the old elements of Late at Lane
scheduled for the night. Mayiah Rose, a senior here at FSU, says that her like the dance component from 12 pm-2 am and the animal exhibit. He
last memorable Late was back in 2014. Back then, she says, “It was lit. also is expanding on the nightclub concept by booking new forms of
It was fun. It was fellowship. People could go out and have fun without entertainment like special guests from MTV’s Wild n’ Out and music
worrying about getting in trouble with the police,” she says. “I stopped sensation Jesse McCartney. The efforts that Coop and his team are putting
going because I felt like it wasn’t targeting all the students attending the into renovating Late at Lane are sure to make it a long-lasting tradition on
campus.
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