Issue 3_The SpringHillian_Spring2022

Art Students Fundraise to Help Ukrainian Refugees

Olivia Odimegwu Reporter

A Spring Hill art professor changed her course plans to support a fundraiser led by a Ukrainian student in an effort to raise funds for Ukrainian relief efforts.

Wanda Sullivan, M.F.A., Assistant Professor, who teaches a printmaking class on campus, decided to support her Ukrainian student, Denys Bobchuk, in his efforts to raise funds for his community back home.

“Denys is in my printmaking class and the whole class and I wanted to do something to show our support for fim, his family and his country,” Sullivan said.

Kyiv native Denys Bobchuk is a junior here at

Spring Hill and member of the basketball team. Last December, he launched an online art business called Chello Icons. These prints feature famous sports icons. Bobchuk will donate all of his profits made by Chello Icons to Ukrainian refugees.

“Whenever we got back from spring break, I had this idea that I could try to involve all the students in my class and sell all the art we possibly could make. The goal is to raise money to help Ukrainian refugees who have real problems right now,” Denys said.

Ms. Sullivan broke away from her traditional course load and her students have been making t-shirts, prints, and other art pieces to sell. All funds raised will be given to humanitarian organizations that help

Ukrainian refugees.The t-shirts and other pieces of art are available to purchase at various locations, including the Tuscaloosa Art Walk and the Student Center on campus.

“I didn’t have to convince Wanda, she was very emotional and passionate about this project. She agreed to be as available as we needed her to be to help guide us through the creation of art and the whole process of selling it,” Denys said.

“We talk all the time about social justice and being men and women for others and I told the class that we have an opportunity now to use our art for good,” noted Sullivan. “It’s the mission of the college and now we can actually do that in real life and every single

one of them was excited about it.”

So far, Bobchuk and his classmates have sold many items and already

raised over $1000. For more information about fundraising follow @shcart on Instagram.

SHC Gets Huge Boost Through Generous Donations

Kassandra Fairly Reporter

Over 700 alumni, parents, students, and staff donated more than the stated goal of $325,000 this Give Day.

Give Day is an 18 and a half-hour campaign that raises money to support current and future Badgers. March 15 through 17 was the annual Give Day around the Hill. 732 donors participated, raising exactly $325,506 that will go towards scholarships offered to students, the Italy Center, Men’s Rugby, and many more.

Give Day was Inspired by a Communication Arts student project back in 2015. Since then Give Day

donors have made an impact of more than $1 million in support. Director of annual giving Chris Smith said, “The collective impact of hundreds of people making gifts on one day is the key to its success. This year, we are challenging

alumni and the entire SHC community to give back and impact current and future generations of students”

Each year the Give Day goal and totals have grown. In the year 2017, Give Day raised $224,557, and throughout the next

5 years, the total steadily increased each year with 2022 being the biggest year yet. Smith said, “We set an ambitious goal of $325,000 and were able to reach that goal thanks to over 700 donors. Most of the donors were alumni, which helps make the day even more successful because their giving helps maintain their connection to their alma mater and to the friends they made during their time on the Hill. Current students can look forward to joining that network of friends and alumni after graduation.”

Give Day was founded as a “Torch Upon the Hilltop”, students and alumni have kept that torch burning throughout the years. Alumni made up 63 percent

of the donors this year with 541 participating. An alumnus from the class of 2006 Kelly Hargett stated “Give Day is an awesome way for former students to support current students at Spring Hill. Spring Hill was such a special place for so many alumni, so having the opportunity to help make it a special place for current and upcoming students makes Give Day all the more special. Give Day keeps us all connected to Spring Hill regardless of where we are located now in our lives”

Although the Give Day campaign is over there are still opportunities to give to Spring Hill College. To donate to the college visit givecampus.com.

Students selling their artwork in the Student Center

Picture by: Madeline Hampson

Spring Hill College, Give day

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Registration Now Open for Online Summer Classes

Spring Hill College has announced the course offerings for the summer term of 2022.

Spring Hill offers a variety of summer course options that are affordable, flexible, and count toward a student’s GPA. Summer classes are offered at almost half the rate of fall and spring classes. Summer tuition rates are $399 per credit hour as opposed to the over $700 per credit hour that is required during the fall and spring semsesters.

Summer course registration opened on March 17 and will close on

May 15. To enroll in summer classes, students must get cleared by their advisor and fill out a summer intent form found on BadgerWeb. Student summer intent forms can also be found in the Financial Aid Office.

In order to check your summer financial aid, you must fill out the Summer Intent Form and either bring it to the financial aid office or email it to them at financialaid@shc.edu. The priority date of this form is May 12. This form does not guarantee any type of financial aid awards or guarantee that your class will not be dropped for a non-payment. It is still the student’s responsibility to make sure they have enough Financial Aid to cover the balance.

Summer courses can also help relieve some stress in the fall by allowing students to get ahead on coursework. “I have taken a few summer classes during my time at Spring Hill and while they can be stressful in the moment, they are super helpful for getting ahead in coursework and getting to focus solely on one class at

a time,” said senior Caroline Landaiche.

There are three sessions of classes that last seven weeks with over 40 classes offered each session. All summer classes are fully online classes.The three summer school sub-sessions: May 11 to June 22, June 23 to August 4, and May 11 to August 4. The first two

sessions have a variety of core classes and even some classes for specific major concentrations.

The longest duration of Spring Hill summer school is May 11 to August 4 which consists of internship classes that are more immersive courses. These courses allow students to select an internship of their choice and document their experience. The internship courses available are in Business, Communications, Graphic Design, and Fine Arts.

If you have any questions about summer courses talk to your advisor or email the registrar’s office at registrar@shc.edu. To view the schedule of available summer courses visit https://badgerweb.shc.edu/.

Familiar Faces Support Students With Counseling Services

Codi Clemmons

Reporter

After serving in a limited capacity during COVID, the SHC “Wellness Center” has reopened under the name Counseling Services Center, with two former interns, Chiara Johnson and Madison Heflin, now working as counselors.

The Counseling Services Center has transitioned from the previously known Wellness Center due to the fact that there is no longer medical support offered at the center. Counseling Services can help students with relationship issues, family matters, mental health issues, and much more. These services are completely free to all Spring

Hill students.

Currently, Johnson and Heflin are the only two counselors working for the center. They both work full-time to provide support for the SHC student body.

Madison Heflin was hired to Spring Hill this year as a Mental Health Counselor after recently completing her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of South Alabama in 2021.

While Heflin was just recently hired, she is a familiar face to many students, because she interned at the SHC Wellness Center during the 2020-2021 school year where she developed a passion for working with college students. “We’re really excited to be here,” said Heflin.

One of their goals for the year was to get more involved on campus. Both, Johnson and Heflin, attended events for body positivity week and they helped sponsor career week that occurred the week of March 14 through the 18.

“I think we’re excited to get back and work with people we worked with before and collaborating with the different departments, that’s fun and we didn’t really have an opportunity to do that in our internships,” Heflin said.

During career week, Counseling Services hosted a well-being workshop for students, with the goal of helping them prepare for adulthood and life after college. They specifically focused on how to address your wellbeing as an adult

professional.

“It’s all about defining adulthood with rests of productivity, so we’re really excited to do that,” said counselor Chiara Johnson.

To make a counseling appointment or to speak

with one of these counselors, email your name, availability, and preference of in-person or virtual appointments at counseling@shc.edu. You can also call at 251-380-2270.

Reporters: DiMya Evans, Kassandra Fairly, Alexandria Fonseca, Codi Clemmons, Olivia Odimegwu

Advisors: Stuart Babington and Gary Wolverton

Counselors Madison Heflin and Chiara Johnson.

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Student views summer course offerings.

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You Should Visit the USS Alabama: Here’s Why

Codi Clemmons

37 months of active duty during WWII and earned nine battle stars. In 1962 when the Navy decided that the ship would be scrapped the people of Alabama raised the money to bring the “Mighty A” home.

USS Alabama Crewmate items and information.

during this time.

Dive into history this semester with a visit to the USS Alabama Battleship.

Since 1965 Mobile has been home to the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park. This landmark is prized by the citizens of Alabama, Mobilians, and tourists from around the world.

The USS Alabama saw

So why visit the USS Alabama? There are opportunities for college students including: scholarships, internships, jobs, and memberships.

The battleship is in excellent condition and there is always something new to see. Renovations make the ship safe for visitors and modern technology provides a new and exciting way to learn.

The battleship commission is also currently working on a new exhibit that will feature historical

This is a 54 year old program that offers young ladies the opportunity to represent Battleship Memorial Park, the city of Mobile and the state of Alabama.

Visitors can tour 12 levels of the battleship and go down inside the USS drum which is the oldest US submarine on public display. There are over 25 different aircraft on display, memorials, tanks, and a gift shop. I believe making a visit to the park is a great opportunity to dive into the past.

There is no need to worry if it will be closed on a holiday or special occasion because the park is open every day of the year except

for Christmas Day. This leaves you with 364 days to choose from.

According to ussalabama. com, “The Park is easily the most recognizable symbol of the State of Alabama. Dedicated to all Alabama Citizens who have worn the uniform of all branches of the United States Armed Forces, the Park’s numerous artifacts, exhibits, and displays all point to the fact that the Park is America’s most unique military attraction. Come see for yourself.”

Throughout the year there are special events that are open to the public. This includes living history drills where WWII style planes fly over the ship and crew members reenact what it was like to be on the ship

Alongside this great attraction, the staff and people you will meet while visiting the USS Alabama will make your experience priceless. Being a 20212022 Crewmate titleholder myself I am a proud advocate for the ship and the opportunities that the park offers to veterans and community members. The battleship commission lends a hand in bringing up the next generation of workers and community leaders with hopes that we will all carry on the legacy of our state and the history of the USS Alabama.

For more information about the USS Alabama, go to the Battleship Memorial Park website or better yet take a trip to the battleship.

Which Would You Eat at Snacktime: Whales or Goldfish?

Opinion Kassandra Fairly Columnist

Two snacks that are similar in many ways but have enough differences to set one apart from the other. Which one is better?

Cheddar Whales or Goldfish crackers? In my opinion, there is one clear winner.

Cheddar Whales and Goldfish crackers each have their own strengths and weaknesses. Whales are made by Stauffers and Goldfish are made by Pepperidge Farm. Whales and Goldfish have lots of similarities, both are made with real cheddar, both are baked snack crackers and most importantly both are underwater creatures. With so many similarities how can they be differentiated and which one is better?

I believe that Whales are better, I didn’t always think that but as time has gone

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on Whales have surpassed Goldfish in my mind.

One of the key differences between the two is their price point. Whales are much cheaper than Goldfish crackers and as a broke college student, I can buy a large box at the dollar store, get a great snack and not feel like I’m spending too much on a snack.

Whales are also a larger cracker than Goldfish, more

bang for your buck.

The flavor of Whales is more savory and cheesier than Goldfish. Although Goldfish offers many different flavor options Whales are still able to reign supreme in my mind with their regular old cheddar flavor.

I once was a goldfish enthusiast, mainly the flavor blasted Xtra cheddar flavor. I enjoyed trying all

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the different flavor options and I really enjoyed the baby goldfish for a while but once I started having to buy my own groceries I realized I liked Whales better because they were cheaper.

Even with the many flavor options offered in the Goldfish product line Whales is able to compete with Goldfish with their basic cheddar flavor.

My roommate also has agreed when we are making our snack purchases that

Whales are the better bargain, we get more for the price and the pieces are bigger.

Another reason Whales are better than Goldfish is because if you look at an actual whale and an actual goldfish who would win in a fight…the whale.

Next time you’re looking for some crackers to snack on consider Cheddar Whales you may find yourself agreeing with me too.

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AROUND THE HILL

Celena McLaren getting pied by Madelyn Patterson in celebration of Pi Day.

Picture By: Codi Clemmons

Mikayla Boyer competing in Delta Gamma’s Anchor Splash.

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May Sullivan and Celena McLaren at Sigma Kappa’s Sigmalympics.

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Caroline Landaiche blowing bubbles at Delta Gamma’s Anchor Splash.

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Ashley Mayer and Allie Berg participating in Delta Gamma’s Anchor Splash.

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AROUND THE HILL

Sebastian Upshaw and Francis Purcell observing Delta Gamma’s Anchor Splash. Photo by: BessMorgan Baluyut

Nicolette D’ Ambrosio and Addy Altese hanging out at Delta Gamma’s Anchor Splash.

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Elle Lamb having fun, soaking up the sun.

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Addi Bauer and Addy Grundmeyer helping raise money for families in the Ukraine.

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Gavin Johnson gets pied by Gade Harmon during Delta Chi fundraiser.

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ISIP Students Build House for Family in Need

Fae Fox Reporter

During Mardi Gras break, nine Spring Hill College students and one faculty advisor traveled to Belize City, Belize, and partnered with Hand in Hand Ministries to provide housing for a family in need.

This year, two different student groups traveled to Belize: Belize City and Punta Gorda. While on the Belize City ISIP trip, students learned from a new culture, while continuing to cultivate relationships with Hand in Hand Ministries and focusing on the five pillars of ISIP: learning, faith, community, service, and justice.

The students attending the trip worked with the Hand in Hand Ministries crew and built a 16x16 house from scratch for a single mother and her two kids. The total number of people on site was about 20 people, including the students of SHC. The build

took three days and each day these students gained valuable skills with handson construction work and learning from one another.

The ISIP or International Service Immersion Program, gives students the opportunity to immerse themselves in a different culture while helping others who live there. Most importantly, students gain hands-on experiences, complete service projects, and learn about the cultural environment of the country.

“ISIP has allowed me to have an amazing Spring Hill experience. It has allowed me to experience a culture outside my own and get a better worldview. The most impactful thing I learned on the Belize City trip is how much care and love there is still left in humanity. Through my trip, I was able to see that there is so much love left in the world for each other,” shared senior Lizzie Barrois.

The Belize city group also had the opportunity to learn

about the outreach center that partners with Hand in Hand ministries. This center focuses on helping children with AIDS or HIV and is equipped with a patient care program, school, and daycare. Moreover, the group explored the Mayan Temples: Altun Ha and swam with sharks and stingrays in the waters surrounding the island of

Caye Caulker.

ISIP did not happen during the 2020-2021 academic year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Campus Ministry, who is in charge of the ISIP program is proud to have been able to put on these trips this year.

but we are a long way from where the programs were before COVID,” said Colleen Lee, Director of Campus Ministry. “Before COVID we had four or five international trips and two US trips. We respond to the needs of our project partners and the interest of our students, so we hope that we can offer more trips next year to different locations.”

SHC Students Participate in Lenten Season

Codi Clemmons

Spring Hill College students share how they plan to partake in the Lenten season which takes place the 40 days after Ash Wednesday and into Easter Sunday.

In the Catholic church, Lent is geared towards ordering ourselves and our minds towards getting ready for holy week and the resurrection that comes on Easter.

Easter is a solemn occasion in the church and lent is a time of preparation for this celebration. Rooted in Spring Hill College tradition, lent is a time of prayer and fasting.

Spring Hill junior, Molly Snakenberg said, “For me Lent is a time of really intentional prayer with God, whether that’s

me remembering to pray every day, remembering to make an effort to go to the chapel, or really spend that intentional time with God so that I can go deeper

in my relationship with him and prepare for the resurrection.”

During the 40 days of Lent, fasting is not just a time to give up food.

Director of Campus Ministry, Colleen Lee says, “We feel very accomplished that ISIP happened this year, Snakenberg shared that this year rather than giving up something she is making the effort to spend intentional time in prayer, whether in the chapel or in her room.

Director of Campus Ministry, Colleen Lee said, “We can also think about fasting more broadly in a real simplicity of lifestyle, like what are those things that you can kind of pare down to be more in tuned to and more focused on things that are more important.”

Campus Ministry members challenge Spring Hill students to ask how we are called to give during Lent. The church offers students accessible ways to enter into the period of Lent. There are opportunities for prayer and retreats. Stations of the cross are offered on Fridays at 2:00 p.m. in St. Joseph’s Chapel.

For more information about Campus Ministry visit Campus Ministry/shc.edu. To contact Campus Ministry email campusministry@shc. edu.

Reporter

Members of the SHC Community in Belize City, Belize Picture provided by: Lizzie Barrios

Sodality Chapel

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Beach Volleyball Team Honors Their Seniors

Kassandra Fairly Reporter

The Badger beach volleyball seniors played their last and only home match for the spring season on Friday, March 11.

The Badgers honored their six seniors after the first round of games where the badgers swept the Wolfpack 5-0. The six seniors were escorted across the court by their parents and friends as their accolades from the last four years were announced to the crowd before starting their final round of games at the Spring Hill courts.

“It was super special to all the seniors because they were able to play in front of family and friends one last time on the hill,” said senior Allison Weimer.

The seniors on the beach volleyball team have been playing together for the last fours years and have become close friends with not only one another, but with the underclassmen on the team.

“It is very bittersweet, I think we are all very sad that it is our last time playing on our home turf, but it is also happy because we made it and we are getting to do it together,” said senior Briley Becker. “We all grew up together over the last four years, so it is bittersweet for

sure.”

Although the Badgers have celebrated senior night, their season is far from over. The Sandy Badgers opened their season on February 25 at Tulane University’s home tournament. The Badgers played four division one

schools and came out one and three overall.

Next, the Badgers hosted a Spring break tournament in Gulf Shores, Alabama where the Badgers played five games and came out with four wins and one loss. After returning from Gulf Shores the Badgers

played a doubleheader at Southeastern Louisiana on Tuesday where they defeated the Lions three to two in both games.

The matches at senior night accounted for their third tournament of the season with three more tournaments to play which will include 13 more matches before heading down to Tavares, Florida to compete in the Small College National Championships.

Sophomore Prisca Garner is proud of how the sandy badgers are performing in this season so far. “I think the season has been going pretty well. We have been killing it in tournaments, so I’m just excited to see where it goes,” said Garner.

Senior night may have been an emotional night for the badgers but it’s not time to relax just yet. The Badgers will travel to the University of New Orleans on March 24 to compete in another tournament. To keep up with the badgers you can visit shcbadgers.com for the latest information.

Intramural Sports Are Back at Spring Hill College

Madeline Ortego Editor

Intramural sports have once again made a return to Spring Hill College for all students to participate in athletics during the spring semester of 2022.

Intramurals began again on March 14 after having a limited season during COVID in the spring semester of 2021 and taking a semester-long break during the fall semester. The first intramural sport of the semester is basketball.

The basketball season began on March 14 and will end on April 15. Basketball games are every Monday and Wednesday at 8 p.m. and 9:20 p.m. In addition to basketball, the intramural soccer season begins on March 24.

The return of intramurals has had a positive response from the student body. This year 10 teams signed

up for basketball and eight for soccer. Senior Easton Hollis stated, “I think I can speak for all the intramural fanatics when I say that we are super pumped for intramural basketball to start back up. We haven’t had a season since my freshman year which was a blast.”

CSI intern, Caleb Lyght helps oversee and plan intramurals. Lyght said, “We want everyone to come

and support our intramural teams. This is a great way to get students involved in athletics and friendly competition as a member of a team.”

“I really do believe that intramurals is a great way to build community through friendly competition, conversation, and fellowship,” said Hollis. “Our team is ready to play and excited to continue to play games against our fellow

badgers.”

Intramurals are open to any student on campus, except for collegiate athletes of the particular sport. For example, an individual on the official basketball roster (whether it be varsity or junior varsity) cannot play intramural on an intramural team. This allows for more fair play among the teams.

In years past, intramurals have offered a variety of different sports including,

volleyball, basketball, soccer, and flag football. These sports are typically split between semesters with flag football and volleyball in the fall and basketball and soccer in the spring. Lyght hopes to plan a volleyball tournament for later in the semester.

For more information about intramurals contact intramurals@shc.edu.

Sarah Senft coaches beach volleyball team

Picture by: Kassandra Fairly

Students play in intramural basketball game

Picture by: DiMya Evans

Intramural soccer begins March 24 Picture courtesy of SHC Student Media