Megan Withrow

Reporter

The W’s International Justice Mission joined Wesley Foundation in a night of prayer on Oct. 14 for victims of human and sex trafficking.

This is one of many events that IJM has held on campus, even though it is relatively new to The W. The goal of many of these events is to bring awareness to the hurt and pain that some people have to go through on a daily basis. Human and sex trafficking affects most of America, and more than nine million people across the world are victims.

Toni Burkett

Reporter

The W hosted its annual Oktoberfest on Oct. 16 at Shattuck Lawn.

Oktoberfest was free to attend, though many of the games and activities required tickets. Tickets could be purchased for 25 cents each. Many organizations participated in the event. 

Dylan Scott

Reporter

The W’s intramural sports department held a flag football championship and tailgate on Oct. 15, giving students the chance to connect in an active environment.

The flag football season had been going on for roughly three weeks before the championship. The campus radio station, WMUW 88.5FM, was aired over a loudspeaker with music for the students. Social clubs sold food at the tailgate party.  

Chris Richardson

Reporter

A vaccine presentation was held in Room 206 of Pohl from 9-10 a.m. on Oct. 16.

The purpose of the presentation was to inform students about getting vaccinated and the purpose of certain vaccines. Matthew Reeves, a graduate assistant in health and kinesiology, and Cole Phillips, an undergraduate intern with the public health education department, gave the presentation.

Jessica Barnett

Online Editor

This is the second part of a story about integration at the W. The first part chronicled how a small group of students are working with Dr. Erin Kempker, an associate professor of history, to learn more about the six women who originally integrated MUW. The first part was published in The Spectator on Oct. 23, 2015, and can be read here. Additional photos can be found here.

Kempker and Arrington echoed the sentiments, calling it intense and admiring the influx of positive reactions from the audience. All four looked forward to the second run of the production, which is currently scheduled for next spring. Vaughn said that she expected it to be bigger, better and even more powerful.

Mallory Johnston

Reporter

The W is looking for opinions about where it should be heading in the next five years. 

The university is considering feedback from some of its most important people ─ faculty, staff, students, alumni and community leaders ─ as it examines the most important issues facing the school. 

Joanna Frye

Managing Editor

Stark Recreation is offering CPR certification training for students and the community during the 2015-2016 academic year.

There are two sessions that will take place in the fall and spring semesters. The five-hour course is sponsored by the American Red Cross. The cost is $40 for a two-year certification. 

Monica Kizer

Reporter

The W puts the spook back into Halloween with several events around campus during the month of October.

The first event to start the season was Oktoberfest. This event was sponsored by the Student Programming Board and took place on Oct. 16 on Shattuck Lawn from 5-8 p.m.