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Show 4 WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28, 2016 SYMPOSIUM ››continued from front and universities have been on the side lines for far too long,” Wight said during the symposium. The symposium brought to light several topics such as rape culture on campuses and the issue of victim and bystander silence when it comes to sexual assault. Bunch’s primary call to action revolved around putting an end to sexual assault and victim blaming by telling young men to take responsibility and get involved. “Sexual assault is treated as a women’s issue. We (men) have to make it our issue, too, and we have to become part of the solution,” he said. During his speech, Bunch emphasized the skewed view on the socialization of manhood. He stated that the previous generations of men have taught the younger generations of men to live inside what he calls the “man box.” According to Bunch, the “man box” is a socially designed construct that encompasses certain standards of manhood that communities now embrace as societal norms. The keynote speaker said this “man box” contributes to campus rape culture because it has taught young men to objectify women. Safe@Weber men’s engagement coordinator, Chibuike Chikere-Njoku, said that advancements in technology and the preconceived standards of manhood have also amplified the existing rape culture on campus. “This is an ongoing problem for a long time, and we don’t realize how bad it is because we, as men, even myself, we put ourselves in this box,” Chikere-Njoku said of sexual assault. Along with Bunch, Chikere-Njoku is also calling students to action to end sexual assault by destroying the stereotypes assigned to both men and women. Chikere-Njoku said that one way to solve this problem is to start redefining the standards of manhood for not only students in college but for the younger generations as well. “As much as we are trying to focus on men who are already matured, we also need to focus on the young boys because they are the ones who are growing up, and the earlier we can influence them positively the better it will be for the future generation,” Chikere-Njoku said. “I believe change is possible. It is a long process, but it is something that has to be done, and someone has to start it.” Comment on this story at signpost. mywebermedia.com Au revoir, red Solo cups By GWYNETH ALLRED News Reporter Imagine it: an entire generation that doesn’t understand what the song “Red Solo Cup” is about. Okay, maybe that statement is a little dramatic, but with some of the efforts in sustainable energy and waste reduction, this could really be the future. That future begins with the new law France passed this week, announcing a ban on all plastic plates, cups and cutlery. The law will go into effect in January 2020. This is just a fraction of France’s efforts to become a greener country. In July of this year, the country implemented a ban on all disposable plastic bags and will follow up in January 2017 with a ban on having plastic in fruit and vegetable departments. The ban on plastic cups and plates also includes a requirement that all disposable plates and cups be 50 percent biologically sourced, with that percentage rising to 60 percent by 2025. This allows the option of individuals composting them at home, which should cut waste this new law. Pack2Go Europe, an organization based out of Brussels, representing packaging manufacturers across the continent, has voiced its concerns with forcing this law on the country and the effects it could have on Europe as a whole. The secretary general, Eamonn Bates, said in an interview with Associated Press that the new law is “infringing European law.” He is encouraging the European Commission to take legal action against France for this new law and ended by saying, “If they don’t, we will.” EMILY CROOKS | The Signpost It is unclear at this In an effort to become a greener nation, France has banned all plastic plates, time if any actions cups, and utensils effective January 2020. against this new law will be taken, but some significantly and help Weber State Universi- the steps France plans dramatic changes will France reach their goal ty has pushed to “think on taking to become be coming France’s way of reducing waste by 50 green” in recent years greener. as coffee shops and percent before 2025. and has been honored According to the act, restaurants stop handFrance isn’t the only as a leader of efficiency all of these changes are ing out all-plastic cups, place banning plas- by the Utah Association part of an effort to cre- plates and utensils. tic. San Francisco also of Energy Usage. The ate a “Circular EconWill red solo cups banned disposable main motivation for omy” that will reduce become as outdated plastic bags in 2007, France has been its goal waste “from product as parachute pants, and in almost all gro- to become the world’s design to recycling.” phones with cords cery chains across the example of environThis act breaks down and floppy disks? The United States, there are mental solutions. each goal into actions world will have to wait incentives to use reusIn October 2015, the that can be completed and see. able grocery bags. Ministry of Ecology, by individuals, local auE n v i r o n m e n t a l Sustainable Develop- thorities and businesses awareness in all shapes ment and Energy re- to tackle climate change Comment on this story at and forms is becoming leased the “Energy Tran- as a united country. signpost. a huge deal around the sition for Green Growth Already, France has mywebermedia.com world. Act,” which outlined met opposition with Juhi Dubal to approach the bench By BEN BRANDLEY News Reporter A new associate justice will be appointed for the WSUSA Supreme Court on Oct. 3. The associate justice is one of five seats in the judicial branch. This branch is led by the chief justice of the Supreme Court. The WSUSA president appoints one chief justice and two associate justices, according to WSUSA’s bylaws. The appointees are then approved by the senate. One of the duties of an associate justice is to uphold bylaws within the student government. Juhi Dubal, Weber State University senior, was nominated to become the next associate justice. Dubal has been involved in student government at Weber State for the past three years. Last fall and spring, she served as a co-chair for Internal Affairs. Dubal unexpectedly became a senator after the chair, WSU Student Involvement and Leadership Juhi Dubal is a candidate for Associate Justice. Senator Jennifer Wyllie, quit early in the spring semester. “About 10 or 15 minutes into our first joint meeting, Sen. Wyllie stood up and announced that she was unable to continue serving as the chair,” said Dubal. According to the bylaws, in such an event, the co-chair becomes the new chair. “I was shocked and devastated at the same time,” said Dubal. She admits that she was not ready, but her time in Internal Affairs helped her transition. Bella Catchillar, WSU junior, is a concerned student who is involved with student government. “Last year, I knew things were hectic in the senate, but I think Juhi was doing well,” said Catchillar. The Internal Affairs Committee works very closely with both the Senate and the Supreme Court. Dubal said she spent much of her time becoming familiar with the WSU Constitution and studying the bylaws. “Bylaws were a hot topic last year,” said Dubal. “I just wanted to learn my job better and make sure I was doing what I signed up to do.” In the spring 2016 election, many candidates were breaking rules and bylaw procedures. Dubal was involved in resolving those violations. “My job was to educate the Elections Committee and candidates so that they are able to follow the laws,” said Dubal. Dubal said that because of her previous experience, she is perfect for the seat. “I have already worked with the Supreme Court,” said Dubal. “I’m familiar with the processes.” The Signpost attempted to contact Jeffrey Henry, Senate president, for information regarding other candidates, but he did not respond. At this time, Dubal has been nominated for the position, and her candidacy will be deliberated by the Student Senate until the official appointment date of Oct. 3. “I am running for this position because I have an interest in the law,” said Dubal. “I see laws as a way to live a safe and successful life, and that’s what I want for Weber State students.” Comment on this story at signpost.mywebermedia.com Editor-in-Chief Charles Bowker cbowk.91@gmail.com A&E Editor Mac Walker mathewwalker@mail.weber.edu Photo Editor Emily Crooks emilymargaretcrooks@gmail.com Office Manager Georgia Edwards gedwards@weber.edu Chief Copy Editor Cole Eckhardt eckhardtco@gmail.com S&T Editor Kellie Plumhof kellieplumhof@mail.weber.edu Graphics Editor Maddy Van Orman mlvanorman@gmail.com Ad Manager Shelley Hart shelleyhart@weber.edu News Editor Ezekiel Lee ezekielbsc@gmail.com Spanish Editor Paula Ninataype paulaninataype@mail.weber.edu Webmaster Liz Ruttenbur lizruttenbur@weber.edu Sports Editor Cydnee Green cydneegreen@mail.weber.edu Digital Content Coordinator Gabe Cerritos Digital Content Editor Adviser Jean Reid Norman jeannorman@weber.edu The Signpost is a student publication, written, edited and drafted by Weber State University students. 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