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University of Southern Indiana's student publication | USI | student newspaper

The Shield
University of Southern Indiana's student publication | USI | student newspaper

The Shield

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor

Hello, I’m Anika, but most people call me Nik. I’m a junior at the University of Southern Indiana, majoring in English Literature and minoring in Marketing and Gender Studies. I’m the Publications Editor for The Shield for the 2020-2021 school year.

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From the Archive: Looking at the recent History of USI sports

From the Archive: Looking at the recent History of USI sports

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
October 14, 2021
Petition turns into protest

Petition turns into protest

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor
October 14, 2020

The Topical is a hilarious garbage fire

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor
October 14, 2020
Kobe Caldwell tries to hype the student section up during the last moments of the Men’s Basketball game on Apr. 1, 2019 at the Ford Center.

Potential COVID-19 case involving student athlete

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor
October 14, 2020
Senior guard Mateo Rivera celebrates after a made basket February 24, 2020 afternoon at the Screaming Eagles Arena.

Athletes may not be getting eligibility this year

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor
September 14, 2020
It’s okay to relax

It’s okay to relax

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor
September 14, 2020
Mask policy for 'greater good'

Mask policy for ‘greater good’

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor
September 14, 2020
You must keep breathing

You must keep breathing

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor
September 11, 2020
Mpho Mashabe (left), a graduate student studying public administration, stirs ingredients for the dish, jollof rice, that will be representing Ghana as Kow Pik Yok (right), a freshman English teaching major, prepares her food, bak kut teh, for Malaysia Thursday in The Loft’s kitchen. Both dishes will be served at the International Food Expo Friday in Carter Hall.

The Freshman 15 can go both ways

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor
September 9, 2020
Voting booths at Hermosa Beach City Hall during California Primary

Every vote counts

Nik Cunningham, Publications Editor
September 3, 2020

Drive safely on the roundabout

Nik Cunningham, Productions Editor
September 3, 2020
USI bookstore located in University Center East.

Campus Store will be taken over by Barnes and Noble

Nik Cunningham, Publicaions Editor
September 3, 2020
Spring Commencement canceled

Spring Commencement canceled

Nik Cunningham and Rhonda Wheeler
July 17, 2020
WWE is sticking it out and saving my sanity

WWE is sticking it out and saving my sanity

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
May 8, 2020
USI reports second COVID-19 case

USI reports second COVID-19 case

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
May 7, 2020

The WWE is sticking it out and saving my sanity

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
May 7, 2020
Why ‘The Midnight Gospel’ is the best show for quarantine

Why ‘The Midnight Gospel’ is the best show for quarantine

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
May 7, 2020
Students have to come back for eligibility

Students have to come back for eligibility

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
April 20, 2020
Archuleta getting ready for next season

Archuleta getting ready for next season

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
April 13, 2020
Dean of Students Brian Rush and counselor Thomas Longwell sign the poster which states that they will stand against racism or discrimination of any kind during the Stand Against Racism rally put on by the YWCA on Thursday.

Counseling Center Director: ‘It’s okay to be anxious’ in this time

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
April 13, 2020
Former USI athlete Stan Gouard was named the 10th head coach of the men's basketball team. Gouard served 12 years as head coach of the UIndy before returning to USI.

Stan ‘Superman’ Gouard returns to USI as men’s head coach

Riley Guerzini and Nik Cunningham
April 7, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has left students facing numerous uncertainty about classes, graduation, housing and more. The uncertainty has taken a toll on their mental health as they find ways to cope with the sudden life change.

Students face mental struggles while social distancing

Riley Guerzini and Nik Cunningham
March 28, 2020
Coach Rodney Watson talks to the team during a timeout against Kentucky Wesleyan College at the Screaming Eagles Arena.

All sports cancelled until April 6

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
March 17, 2020
Aaron Euler, a junior outfielder, bating against William Jewell on March 3.

Outfielder leads by example

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
March 3, 2020
Junior forward Emmanuel Little drives to the basket against Lewis University Saturday afternoon at the Screaming Eagles Arena.

Little humbled by college success

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
February 25, 2020
Clayton Hughes, junior forward, drives to the basket against Bellarmine University Jan. 11 at the Screaming Eagles Arena. The Eagles lost 65-79.

Transfer fills vital role for men’s team

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
February 21, 2020
Clayton Hughes, junior forward, drives to the basket against Bellarmine University Jan. 11 at the Screaming Eagles Arena. The Eagles lost 65-79.

The transition of a basketball player

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
February 18, 2020
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[Photo] Homecoming game ends in narrow victory

February 16, 2020
Emma DeHart, junior guard, drives to the basket against Missouri S&T in 2017

Junior captain relies on teamwork to succeed

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
February 11, 2020
Junior forward follows new path to field

Junior forward follows new path to field

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
February 4, 2020
Indiana state capitol building in downtown Indianapolis.

Students speak on Indiana higher education bills

Rhonda Wheeler and Nik Cunningham
January 28, 2020
Freshman sprints past records

Freshman sprints past records

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
January 28, 2020
'Give me the ball, I want to be out there'

‘Give me the ball, I want to be out there’

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
January 28, 2020

‘The Witcher’ lives up to hype, beautifully cliche

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
January 28, 2020
The USI Cheerleading team looks up at the jumbo Tron during a media time out.

Cheer team places fifth at nationals

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
January 21, 2020
The back row of parking lot C will not be available for public use until completion of phase II of the PAC renovation, which is expected to be done in October of 2020

Column: parking lot continues to close

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
January 21, 2020
Kobe Caldwell, senior guard, celebrates during a timeout Saturday night at the Screaming Eagles Arena.

What we’ve missed while on break

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
January 14, 2020
Basketball player arrested for drunk driving

Basketball player arrested for drunk driving

Nik Cunningham and Riley Guerzini
December 4, 2019
A different side of sports

A different side of sports

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
December 3, 2019
Braden Fitzjerrells. junior guard, shoots the ball Monday night at the Screaming Eagles Arena.

Versatility guides Eagles to 5-0 start

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
November 26, 2019
The first home game ends with a bang

The first home game ends with a bang

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
November 20, 2019
Coach Rodney Watson celebrates his 232 career win at USI after defeating Kentucky Wesleyan 82-63 at the Screaming Eagles Arena. Watson announced his retirement Monday.

Watson staying humble after securing all-time win record

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
November 19, 2019
The USI Men’s basketball team celebrates after taking the lead during a timeout against Kentucky Wesleyan College Monday night at the Screaming Eagles Arena.

Eagles defeat rival Kentucky Wesleyan in first home game in new Arena

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
November 19, 2019
Running around a member of the opposing team, senior guard Alex Stein looks for an open teammate.

Stein one step closer to NBA dream after making G-League roster

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
November 12, 2019
Season ticket prices have increased for the new arena

Season ticket prices have increased for the new arena

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
November 12, 2019
Eagles look to keep rivalry alive in 'Battle of the Bridge' matchup with Kentucky Wesleyan

Eagles look to keep rivalry alive in ‘Battle of the Bridge’ matchup with Kentucky Wesleyan

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
November 12, 2019
New academic calendar removes study day

New academic calendar removes study day

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
November 5, 2019
What does it take to get into the USI sports Hall of Fame?

What does it take to get into the USI sports Hall of Fame?

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
October 29, 2019
Why communication is key

Why communication is key

Nik Cunningham and Rhonda Wheeler
October 29, 2019
Alex Stein, senior guard, celebrates with the fans after they defeated Western Texas University 94-84 Wednesday night at the Ford Center.

Canton Charge take Alex Stein No. 12 in G-League draft

Nik Cunningham and Riley Guerzini
October 26, 2019
Achilles tear not keeping Caldwell down

Achilles tear not keeping Caldwell down

Nik Cunningham, Sprts Editor
October 22, 2019
Athletic director talks potential ramifications after new California law

Athletic director talks potential ramifications after new California law

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
October 15, 2019
Media Day is coming up

Media Day is coming up

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
October 1, 2019
No superstitions in basketball

No superstitions in basketball

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
October 1, 2019
A career after basketball

A career after basketball

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
September 17, 2019
Passion, pain, rugby

Passion, pain, rugby

Nik Cunningham, Sprts Editor
September 10, 2019
Steak Fry ‘n’ Auction raises money for scholarships

Steak Fry ‘n’ Auction raises money for scholarships

Nik Cunningham, Sprots Editor
September 3, 2019
Looking at the recent History of USI sports

Looking at the recent History of USI sports

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
August 29, 2019
The USI Men's Soccer Team taken by USI Athletic Communications.

Upcoming Men’s Soccer Games

Nik Cunningham
August 19, 2019
Softball senior day wins double header

Softball senior day wins double header

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
April 16, 2019
Jacob Fleming up to bat against the University of Indianapolis.

USI Screaming Eagles fall to Indianapolis Greyhounds

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
April 9, 2019
Running around a member of the opposing team, senior guard Alex Stein looks for an open teammate.

USI falls short of title game

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
April 9, 2019
Emmanuel Little shooting at practice Friday.

“We’re not done yet.”

Nik Cunningham
March 26, 2019
Eric Schoenstein, the newly appointed head coach of women’s soccer, talks to players last year during a game. Schoenstein spent two years as assistant coach before he was hired to replace former head coach Krissy Engelbrecht.

Hopes for the future

Nik Cunningham
March 26, 2019
‘It doesn’t matter how we started, just how we end’

‘It doesn’t matter how we started, just how we end’

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
March 12, 2019
Work on the new floor began July 24, and ended earlier this month.

PAC Comeback

Nik Cunningham, Sports Editor
March 12, 2019
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