March 21, 2022 Edition Review

March 21, 2022 Edition Review

​News

Dr. Anthony Varallo speaks for the Oswald Distinguished Writer's Series

New to the staff, reporter Greer Godsey set the stage of the Oswald Distinguished Writer’s Series that began last Thursday. Dr. Varallo shared a flash fiction titled “My Enemy” before reading the book that earned him this distinction, “The Lines,” which is currently available for purchase at the campus bookstore.

Read more here: https://www.mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/18/jg33zrk4hb9g9xn0404nh4uu98vs8j

The Investiture of Chancellor Dr. Daniel Heimmermann

News section editor Erin Weeks dives into the details of Chancellor Dr. Daniel Herimmermann’s investiture last Friday, the history of the tradition, and more trivia about him. Students are excited to see what Chancellor Dr. Heimmermann will accomplish next!

Read more here: https://www.mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/19/3ju23mt3h6rv3wubpesx3t2y2yrjyu

Memorial services held for John Wade "Coach" Abshire

News section editor Erin Weeks relays the details of the unfortunate death of John Wade “Coach” Abshire, a long-time supporter of the university. He and his wife donated to the school of nursing and the horse statue at the entrance of the school. The community mourns, misses, and remembers the beloved man.

Read more here: https://www.mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/20/hwjv0uw0rbw6qkkpl5dqnz88xtlhr3

Arts & Entertainment

Feature: Annabel Bradham on “capturing a moment in time”

Annabel Bradham is a talented photographer and artist who is graduating from our university in May. She shares her outlook on the art of photography and reflects on the university’s impact on her success while sharing a few pieces that will be displayed at the Etherredge Center later in the semester.

Read more here: https://www.mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/18/feature-annabel-bradham-photographer

"Bojack Horseman" and the art of self-accountability

Reporter Katie Presnell shares more about her and my favorite adult animation series, “Bojack Horseman.” She described the show, plot, and opportunities for meaning. Self-accountability is an important aspect of our everyday lives, and “Bojack” reminds us that we are the only ones who can be held accountable for our own actions.

Read more here: mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/19/bojack-horseman-and-the-art-of-self-accountability

Album Review: WHO CARES?

Arts and Entertainment section editor Alex Molina describes Rex Orange County’s somewhat disappointing new album, “WHO CARES?” I have listened to a few of Rex Orange County’s songs, but the incessant repetition Molina notes is exactly what draws me away. Tyler, the Creator, however, is my favorite and his feature “OPEN A WINDOW” captured my heart.

Read more here: https://www.mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/19/album-review-who-cares

Lifestyle

Coping and managing stress as a college student

New to the staff, Greer Godsey delves into a topic he has great experience in practicing and teaching: coping strategies. He suggests stressed students ground themselves, use the color game, chant or exercise to relieve some of their built-up tension after midterms as finals creep ever closer.

Read more here: https://www.mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/16/ack6lptghmb4ri849b7wpyreu3icxk

Sports

Pacers finish fourth in Cleveland Golf Palmetto Intercollegiate

Arts and Entertainment section editor Alex Molina covered the Cleveland Golf Palmetto Intercollegiate held at the beautiful Palmetto Golf Club last week in Aiken. The Pacer golf team faced off against 13 other schools, but the University of South Carolina Columbia secured the win.

Read more here: https://www.mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/19/11qwy9ntl5f859nx43ehbshjgaswcq

USC Aiken’s League of Legends team continues their nearly flawless season

Reporter Taylor Herndon found that the eSports League of Legends (MOBA) team fell against the undefeated Converse University last week but redeemed themselves by crushing the University of North Georgia. Games are livestreamed on Twitch and can be watched at any time. As always, go Pacers!

Read more here: https://www.mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/21/usc-aikens-league-of-legends-team-continues-their-nearly-flawless-season

Opinions

Column: Decorum at the State of the Union address

After watching the State of the Union address at the beginning of the month, I knew I needed to share my opinion after representatives interrupted for over a quarter of the entire speech. Pacer Times is the first news organization to report on the “build the wall chant” that was joined by SC representative Ralph Norman.

Read more here: https://www.mypacertimes.com/home/2022/3/14/column-some-decorum-an-opinion-on-the-state-of-the-union

Breaking News: Masks become fully optional on campus

Breaking News: Masks become fully optional on campus

Memorial services held for John Wade "Coach" Abshire

Memorial services held for John Wade "Coach" Abshire