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PRESIDENT’S PAYOUT
Student leaders react PAGE 4 > EDITORIAL Time
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EDITOR IN CHIEF Joash Mencias NEWS EDITOR Taira Alabi OPINION EDITOR Maggie Curran FEATURES EDITOR Kelly Wynne SPORTS EDITOR James Kay COPY & DESIGN EDITOR Ashlee Berner PHOTO EDITOR Lucas Koprowski
INDEX NEWS
OPINION
4 Negative coverage upsets student leaders
9 Time to move forward
5 Intro to the board of trustees election
SPORTS
12 Super Bowl: full recap, ads and more
FEATURES
7 Battle of the Bands to COFFEE BREAK make return on campus 14 Comics and more
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NEWS PRESIDENT’S PAYOUT
Student leaders upset by negative coverage
LUCAS KOPROWSKI/COURIER Citizens and members of the press gathered in the SSC Jan. 28 for a special board meeting. TAIRA ALABI NEWS EDITOR
Last month, College of DuPage students saw their school’s name on TV, in newspapers and on the radio. College President Robert Breuder’s $763,000
severance package became COD’s claim to fame for the week. As the board of trustees reaffirmed a buyout for Breuder’s retirement Jan. 28, COD was thrown under a magnifying glass.
Stephanie Torres, student body president and former student trustee, was saddened to see the school that has given her an abundance of opportunities portrayed in such a cynical manner.
“I am not happy that we are getting negative media attention because COD has provided so many opportunities to both traditional and nontraditional students,” Torres said. “I think it is important to know that the articles don’t tell the whole story,” Torres added. Public knowledge of the contract was widespread by the Jan. 28 meeting. Nearly 400 people gathered in the imposing SSC lobby, known as the Living Room, with many people speaking out against the college. “Do you have any shame?,” a member of the crowd questioned. As he stared into a red-faced Breuder’s eyes, police stormed to take him away from the microphone as his comment was deemed “unnecessary” by the board. His comment was just one of many that criticized the personal character of the college president and members of the board. Student Trustee Omar
Escamilla, saying “yes” to the payout, condemned
Student Trustee Omar Escamilla said he does not feel ashamed about College of DuPage, unlike critics.
the crowd’s protestations. “I’m very proud to say I go to COD,” Escamilla told The Courier on the night of the Jan. 28 vote. “I don’t feel ashamed or embarrassed unlike many people who commented tonight.” Rachel Musselwhite, president of the Pride Alliance at COD, called for a more civil discussion. “I think both sides could have done better in how they expressed it, and I hope that going forward
State lawmaker takes action
Despite buyout criticism, COD president presses on
Legislation is already being proposed to ensure that no public official ever gets a severance package as large as Breuder’s again. Peter Breen, state representative for House District 48, which includes College of DuPage, said he will introduce a law to be given the moniker of the “Breuder Rule.” “Instead of naming a building after COD President Robert Breuder, we
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should name reform legislation after him,” Breen said in a press release. Along with banning large payouts, the proposed legislation would prevent property tax and tuition increases in community college districts where an excessive buyout occurs.
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JOASH MENCIAS EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Brushing off the recent scrutiny on College of DuPage, President Robert Breuder laid out several institutional plans during an internal meeting for college employees Jan. 29. “I am not going to think about last night,” Breuder said regarding the
much-publicized board of trustees meeting on Jan. 28. That meeting, attended by many angry citizens, focused on Breuder’s controversial $763,000 severance package. Instead, Breuder told the hundreds of employees gathered in the McAninch Arts Center that he will work to accomplish a handful of audacious goals before his retirement on March 31, 2016. “I can’t check out for 13
months,” Breuder asserted. “I want to give the best of who I am and the best of my 35 years of experience.” Breuder announced he will recommend the trustees to use the college’s funds to build the Teaching and Learning Center, which was the subject of controversy last summer. In an email sent in May, Breuder referred to the proposed center as “a project that would help release our state funding,”
they do change how they act and are more respectful and more transparent,” Musselwhite said. Torres sympathized with the trustee members. “I can only imagine what it is like to have people come each month and criticize you and your leadership style. It is not easy,” Torres said. Breuder will retire March 31, 2016, as opposed to sometime in 2019 as originally stipulated in his contract. As part of the buyout package, Breuder would get the Homeland Security Education Center building named after him and help choose his successor. Aside from the backlash from Breuder’s buyout, COD will likely remain in the headlines for the next few months with the upcoming board of trustees election in April. Lucas Koprowski and Joash Mencias contributed to this report.
coinciding with former Gov. Pat Quinn’s commencement speech. Quinn ultimately withheld $20 million in state funding. Breuder maintained his goals of reaching all-time college enrollment records and lobbying for state legislation to allow community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees. Breuder will also help in the process of selecting a new college president, as stipulated in continued on page 6
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES
A student guide to the trustee election TAIRA ALABI NEWS EDITOR
In the past two weeks, President Robert Breuder’s large severance package has caused College of DuPage to become the hot topic of local and regional news media. Words like “buyout,” and “secrecy” have been thrown into the media storm hovering over COD. And soon, the words “board of trustees” and “election” will be the center of attention. Citizens of district 502 will have the power
to vote to fill three empty seats on the board of trustees April 7. Many COD students will have the opportunity to make a decision that will have lasting impact on the college and perhaps a lasting impact on their own experience at COD. The Courier created this guide to help introduce what is at stake in the next few weeks. The Courier talked to Chris Goergen, a professor of political science for an added perspective.
What is the board of trustees? “They are the primary board at the college.” Goergen said. “They can select and appoint the president, they make major financial decisions, they are really in charge.” What does the board of trustees decide and what does that mean to me? •Tuition: Trustees can raise or lower tuition. Currently, tuition is $140
per credit hour for district residents, $327 for out of district residents and $397 for non-Illinois residents. •COD employee salaries: “They determine the pay of everyone from the president to the last janitor,” Goergen said. •Funding for student clubs and organizations.
new board helps to decide the new president of the college. “Many people are unhappy with Breuder’s payout and there has been a lot of scrutiny with this past board,” Goergen said.
Why is the 2015 election important?
The Board has come under fire for its 6-1 approval to Breuder’s $763,000 buyout package but the current board of trustees is
With the resignation of President Breuder, this
What are the issues with the board of trustees?
no stranger to controversy. In the summer of 2014, the board voted to censure Vice Chair Kathy Hamilton over her “inappropriate and embarrassing conduct.” Nancy Svoboda, Kim Savage and Allison O’Donnell all have their seats open. However, O’Donnell is not running for re-election. Who else is running? Dan Bailey of Wheaton, Claire Ball of Addison, continued on page 6
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Election 101
Charles Bernstein of Wheaton, Robert Buckley of Glen Ellyn, David Carlin of Naperville, Matt Gambs of Naperville, Roger Kempa of Darien, Deanne Marie Mazzochi of Elmhurst, Frank Napolitano of Bloomingdale, Sandra Pihos of Glen Ellyn and Joseph M. Wozniak of Naperville. A couple of interesting notes about the candidates: • Joseph M. Wozniak is the father of current board member Joseph C. Wozniak. • Sandra Pihos is a former state representative of Illinois. • David Carlin was a former COD trustee member. Who can vote? Registered voters who live in district 502. (See map below.)
President presses on What should students look for in candidates? “I would look for someone who keeps tuition in line and makes sure that their are high-quality faculty and staff and makes sure that when I graduate from this college it is worth something,� Goergen said. Goergen added: “These are low turnout elections, a few students rallying together could really make a difference.�
Stay tuned to The Courier’s coverage of the 2015 board of trustees election, in print and online at codcourier.org.
his severance package. As for his critics, Breuder requested they look elsewhere. “I am appalled at people who criticize this institution,� Breuder said. “Go to Springfield and fix that.� While Breuder focused his address on the college’s plans, he also told the crowd they helped the college achieve outcomes that Breuder felt his detractors were quick to overlook. “You built it, you achieved it, you accomplished it,� Breuder said. Breuder also encouraged college employees to pay attention to the upcoming board of trustee elections. “Do not disengage yourself,� Breuder said. “Make an informed decision.�
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F E AT U R E S
Battle of the Bands to make return on campus KELLY WYNNE FEATURES EDITOR
COURIER ARCHIVES 1995
Alter Ego Productions Producer Rob Kletsy has taken the initiative to bring back Battle of the
Bands in hopes of creating a sense of community among College of DuPage musicians.
Past battles have been unsuccessful, therefore taken off the annual schedule. After a few semester hiatus, Kletsy hopes to bring the battle back with full force. “There’s not many places where people under the age of 21 can go to see local bands,” said Kletsy. “The school used to have bands play in the cafeteria and give lots of opportunities for bands to be heard on campus. We want to bring back that spirit.” It can be difficult to feel a sense of community when only attending classes and returning home. Many community colleges suffer this problem. Kletsy hopes that by bringing
back the Battle of the Bands student musicians can connect and bond with each other. Bands now have the opportunity to apply for a spot in the battle. Four, or a few more depending on the talent level, will be chosen to compete on March 6. One winner will be chosen and will receive a prize package complete with a music showcase,
a primetime spot at the Homegrown Arts and Music Festival, and $250 in cash. Bands must turn in their applications by Feb. 11 in order to be considered for a slot. Each band should prepare a 20-minute set, or about five songs depending on the length. Kletsy hopes that attendees will also find community and take the
opportunity to get to know one another in a laid back, music filled atmosphere. Tickets can be bought for $5 from the selected band members as well as at the Student Life and Alter Ego offices. Tickets will also be raffled off at upcoming Alter Ego events before the show. Email: features@cod.edu Twitter: @kellywynne23
For more information, contact Rob Kletsy at AEP.Rob@cod.edu, or call the Alter Ego office at 630-942-2712.
“Fleeting Moments” showcases camaraderie KELLY WYNNE FEATURES EDITOR
The College of DuPage art department has a knack for bringing people together and the current Wings Gallery exhibit shows this first hand. “Fleeting Moments” is made up of photography by five female artists, all of whom met in an extended project class. The women became close friends while working to create a collection that represented all of them individually. “We have an interesting mix of skills that work well together,” said Dee Hudson. “We work together to encourage each other’s skill and really support each other.”
Patsy Davis may have the most unique style in the exhibit, using darkroom techniques to create work through a photography process known as wet plate collodion. The practice was typically used in the 1800s. What Davis enjoys about the process is that it is impossible to predict the outcome of the artwork. Lorae Mundt uses smoke to create colorful representations on a dark background. The fluorescent strokes can be interpreted differently by every eye, giving a taste mystery to the exhibit. Carol Byron, Dee Hudson and Becky Jane Davis use more of a traditional photography approach and
really capture the title of the exhibit. Hudson’s work is inspired by Illinois Prairies, and shows beauty in simple pictures surrounded by color. Each woman has her own photography style, making the exhibit entertaining to all types of viewers. No two pictures are alike, but together, they come together to capture the true feeling of “Fleeting Moments.” Despite the women’s laid back attitude regarding their artwork and the exhibit in general, their partnership has proved to be a large success. What each woman turned to as a hobby has profited in a group friendship, as well as
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a collection that has been featured at galleries locally, spanning all the way through Chicago. The women feel strong enough in their artis-
tic agreement that they have begun to work on a second collection. While constructing new pieces, the women will continue showing “Fleeting Mo-
ments” around the area. Visit the Wings Gallery in SRC 1540. Email: features@cod.edu Twitter: @kellywynne23
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F E AT U R E S
REVIEW
Blackhat: Beautiful but Bumpy LUCAS KOPROWSKI PHOTO EDITOR
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Although cliché and somewhat drawn out, Blackhat is a beautiful film. This flick has its share of ups and downs and a few plot holes, but Blackhat has interesting characters and a strong enough plot to keep the audience engaged. Blackhat centers on a temporarily released convict Nick Hathaway (Chris Hemsworth) who, along with his partners in the American and Chinese governments, try to uncover a distinguished cybercrime network by attempting to follow the breadcrumbs of the organization’s coded mistakes back to the source. This movie is a cliché from the beginning because it uses the famous plotline model where the only person who can diffuse the situation is in jail, and is offered his freedom if he can complete the job. The idea has been employed by many
movies, most notably from the famous 80’s sci-fi film “Escape from New York.” This isn’t necessarily bad, but there are a combination of plot holes and uneven developments that make this movie somewhat unbelievable. The first thing you notice when you get past the fast paced development is Nick Hathaway’s sudden relationship with his partner Chen Lein (Wei Tang). The romance seems out of the blue since both characters have only known each other for a few days, and there is no foreshadowing of this until they’re staring into each other’s eye’s passionately about 30 seconds after a fight in a Chinese restaurant. This was completely unnecessary until later in the film, when they could only rely on each other. This is what I call a hole and a patch, or where a plothole appears, but is later patched up by an action or
development by the characters. After that, there were many different minor problems with how the story continued to unfold; such as plot and character inconsistencies. Although the movie’s plot isn’t smooth, the cinematography was top notch. The movie looked stunning throughout, and some of the perspectives were truly great. The CGI introduction was also very interesting, because of the unusual viewpoint from where it was presented and how it expressed that something so small can make a huge impact. Overall, this movie was fun to watch. If you’re looking to watch the next Pulp Fiction or American Beauty, then go and see American Sniper. If you just want to enjoy an Action/Suspense movie with friends and family, then look no further.
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OPINION
Time to move forward For the past 6 years, College of DuPage President Robert Breuder has ruled with a controversial hand. He’s been reprimanded by critics, both within COD and in the community, for focusing on unnecessary amenities and questionable spending. His contentious leadership style has gotten to the point where full-time faculty voted that they have no confidence in his abilities as a president, something that has never happened in COD’s history. This vote came in last September, and since then the issue has unraveled steadily. At the Jan. 21 board of trustees meeting, the board announced a buyout for Breuder: a $763,000 severance package and the naming of the Homeland Security Education Center after him in exchange for his early retirement in March 2016, 3 years ahead of schedule. The board’s decision was 6-1, with Vice Chairman Kathy Hamilton as the sole “no” vote.” For those who have been following the story for some time now, this outcome came as no surprise. Hamilton has long been at the front of the campaign against Breuder. She’s notoriously outspo-
ken about her negative feelings toward him, and remains such in the wake of his retirement. She hadn’t voted “no” because she wants Breuder to stay; she voted “no” because she wants him fired with no compensation. Her views may stem from the fact that they’re complete opposites: Breuder is seen as fiscally irresponsible and Hamilton’s goal is to save the taxpayer’s wallet. That tension between Breuder and Hamilton have played out these past few months. At board meetings, some members and citizens alike have voiced their opinions in the manner of a passive-aggressive bunch of teenagers. However, the bottom line is this: we elect trustees to make our college better, and for the most part, they try their best to accomplish that. It’s easy to focus on the low points of Breuder’s presidency, but to be fair, he has had his highlights too: the 3+1 programs, the Homeland Security Edu-
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President Robert Breuder at the board of trustees meeting in the Atrium of Student Life at the College of DuPage on Jan. 28.
cation Center, the MAC, the Physical Education Center and the overall aesthetic improvement of the campus. He’s not a Disney villain out to destroy the college. Hamilton isn’t either. They are simply people who want to do well by the school and the citizens of DuPage County. They
just happen to have completely different ideas on how to go about that. If a happy medium exists between these two opposites, we’d better find it, and fast. Soon Breuder will be gone, and with that a new era begins along with a new president. Hamilton and Breuder will have to
put their differences aside in order to find the right fit. It won’t be easy, but it will be necessary. And so, this epic Breudergate saga must come to a close. This schoolyard fight has gone on long enough and leaves a significant scar on our renowned reputation. Nearly every
They are simply people who want to do well by the school and the citizens of DuPage County. They just happen to have completely different ideas on how to go about that.
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EDITOR IN CHIEF Joash Mencias OPINION EDITOR Maggie Curran DESIGN EDITOR Ashlee Berner
headline about COD has been negative lately. Not one publication or TV news outlet will focus on the quality education and amenities this college has to offer when it’s more entertaining to shout “fight” in a huddled circle. Instead of fueling this fire, let’s finally move forward. No more pointing fingers, no more “he said, she said,” and no more petty comments. We are an important and respectful institution. It’s time to start acting like it.
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OPINION
COLUMN | “AMERICAN SNIPER”
Two sides to every story ASHLEE BERNER DESIGN EDITOR
This week I wanted to write something about the recent movie that came out “American Sniper.” I have been going back and forth about this topic for 2 weeks now. I’ve been doing research, reading articles and watching videos, and I still haven’t come to a conclusion. When I first saw the movie I loved it. I thought it was a good depiction of the storyline and Chris Kyle was a true American hero. But after it came out, a lot of controversy about this story has come
up and it has interested me. I thought how could anyone question it if Kyle was a hero. Ge served his country and did what he was supposed to do. But I soon learned there was a lot more to this story than that. I’m not going to give specific details about each side of the story. Everyone has his or her own opinions on this topic and all of you can do your own research and decide for yourself. I’m not here to sway your opinion in any way. I just advise you to
know what you are talking about before you take a definite side. I’m not saying he was right or wrong about his war experience. I’m saying what we should to realize is every soldier goes through war differently. They experience it differently, they see different things and what they take out of it is different. Therefore, every story is different. None of them are right or wrong. If you hear a war story from two different soldiers and they are different, it doesn’t
mean they are wrong. I think that is something important we need to keep in mind. With that being said, we need to respect that and also take into consideration that most of us do not know what it is like to go to war. Since most of us do not know about war, we are limited to what we can say about those who do. A lot of us can point fingers, but we can’t necessarily back that up because we truly don’t know what that lifestyle is like. Before you form your
opinions about soldiers and veterans, keep those three things in mind. One last thing I want to say is that I admire the notion of men and women who enlist in any branch of the military service. It is very courageous and a huge sacrifice they are willing to make. If you are like me, it is hard to take a stance on this topic. On one hand you want to admire him for his service to this country, but you have also heard some not great things about him. Know that it
is okay to feel a certain way, and know you aren’t necessarily wrong either way. It is something none of us will ever really know the truth about. Email: graphics@cod.edu Twitter: @doubleEE14
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Breuder, board are irresponsible
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The president of our public two-year junior college and trade school, the College of DuPage, is paid more than the president of the United States. He has a dozen minions who are paid more than the governor of Illinois. The only thing COD’s board is economical with is the truth. Contrary to what the COD board has been telling the public, official documents show that Robert L. Breuder’s contract as president does NOT expire in 2019. They are using that lie as an excuse to “buy out the remainder of his contract” for over $750,000. The last change to his contract extended it
to merely June 30, 2016. It is the controversial new “Fourth Addendum” introduced and approved by the COD board twice in this past week that first asserts a theory that his employment extends beyond that. Because the actual contract automatically renews one year-at-atime each spring unless the board gives notice otherwise, this present board could have given that notice now and just put up with him until June 2016 without costing the taxpayers an extra dime. The contract also terminates upon his retirement anytime, so by him choosing to retire before that expiration there is, again, really
nothing else he is entitled to. With the exception of Kathy Hamilton, this COD Board has been dishonest, irresponsible, and indifferent to that public that owns and pays for the college. None of them deserve reelection. When 14 candidates file to run for three openings, it is not because they are happy with the status quo. Mrs. Hamilton wants us to elect reformers Charles Bernstein, Frank Napolitano, and Deanne Marie Mazzochi. The truth has been shut up. We are fed up. We must show up, to raise them up, as the new elected majority under her leadership. -Stan Zegel, Winfield
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SPORTS CHAPARRAL SCHEDULE
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Cloudy with a chance of cheatballs Check out the upcoming Chaparral athletic games in February:
Why the Patriots needed to win the Super Bowl
Women’s Basketball 5:00 p.m., Feb. 4 v. Madison Men’s Basketball 7:00 p.m., Feb. 4 v. Madison Women’s Basketball 5:00 p.m., Feb. 7 v. Joliet Men’s Basketball 7:00 p.m., Feb. 7 v. Joliet Track & Field 5:00 p.m., Feb. 13 at Naperville Central College Track & Field 11:00 a.m., Feb. 14 at Naperville Central College Women’s Basketball 5:00 p.m., Feb. 18 v. Rock Valley Men’s Basketball 7:00 p.m., Feb. 18 v. Rock Valley
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GRAPHIC BY JAMES KAY JAMES KAY SPORTS EDITOR
On Jan. 18, the New England Patriots defeated the Indianapolis Colts by a large margin of 45-7. The Patriots had run all over the opposing defense scoring three rushing touchdowns to go along with relentless defense to demolish the Colts. Head coach Bill Belichick showed off why he is the best in the league by drawing up trick plays which flummoxed the defense and exploited the lack of leadership on the other side of the ball. It was typical Patriots football. For the Patriots organization and its loyal fan base, this was more than just a win for the team. It was an event that not only rejuvenated the state of Massachusetts, who had witnessed two heart wrenching Super Bowl losses in the last 8 years, but the NFL as well. After a year where domestic violence was an enormous problem and highlighted by almost every major news networks across the country, the NFL needed a win. They finally had something to smile about
as they watched one of their most storied and disciplined franchises get another crack at greatness. Then all hell broke loose. A news outlet from Indianapolis released a story saying the Patriots allegedly deflated their footballs to gain an advantage in a game where cold weather affected the ability of how both quarterbacks could throw the ball. At first, no one took this allegation seriously and even Patriots quarterback Tom Brady laughed hysterically as if someone was trying to pull a fast one on him. The story became national news when ESPN’s Chris Mortensen reported that 11 of the 12 footballs were considered under-inflated and should not have been in the game. This is exactly what the NFL did not need 2 weeks before the Super Bowl. Of course the media jumped at the chance to create headlines, bashing the Patriots with lingo like “deflatriots” or “Belicheat,” even as the investigation is ongoing. Players from around the league were com-
paring these allegations to performance enhancing drugs, saying the Colts should play in the Super Bowl instead of the disdainful Patriots. With all the backlash in the media, the NFL was once again a hot topic of conversation. With 2 weeks before the Super Bowl, the NFL was poised to get this controversy of out the public eye. They implemented rules before the Super Bowl to shut down any notion that there would be any alteration of the balls or their air pressure. They even hired an impartial ball boy so that there was no chance of someone tampering with balls. Unfortunately the NFL was unable to reach a conclusion to what actually happened that cold night of the AFC championship. With only a couple days before the Super Bowl it became apparent that in order to preserve the integrity of the NFL, the Patriots needed to win the Super Bowl. Their franchise is considered to be one of the greatest in sports history and is known for its professionalism and discipline. Since Belichick was named the head coach in 2000, he created an atmosphere based on the idea of unity and selflessness. Everything they created would go to waste if they didn’t win the Super Bowl the “right way.” The one pristine example the NFL has of organizational function would be forever branded with negative cogitations. This task was an uphill battle as Seattle was the reigning champion and held the reputation for being the
NFL’s toughest defense. They too were on a mission and had just as much motivation to win as the Patriots did. Though it was a close game right up to the final seconds of the NFL season, the Patriots got a much needed win for themselves and the NFL. Brady threw for 328 yards to go along with four touchdowns, one being the game-winning touchdown with 2 minutes left in the game. To top it all off, Brady won his third Super Bowl MVP award, which tied hall of famer Joe Montana. More importantly, the Patriots won the Super Bowl without any “unfair” advantage. While the NFL is breathing a sigh of relief, they still have a lot to figure out before they can regain all of their dignity. According to USA Today, since 2006, there have been 50 cases of domestic violence cases against NFL players that have been pursued by the authorities. The NFL has failed in the to update their code of conduct policies to penalize players excessively for this kind of deviant behavior. The problem of domestic violence had subsided until the Patriots were allegedly caught cheating. Now that the Patriots have won fair and square, the NFL can turn back to the more important issue at hand. Of course until the investigation is complete, the Patriots aren’t completely out of the woods but no one can take away what they achieved Sunday and the NFL can now use this win to validate their best franchise. Email: sports@cod.edu
SPORTS
COURIER STAFF PICKS
The Ad Bowl The Courier’s editors and reporters pick their favorite advertisements from the Super Bowl.
COURTESY OF CLASH OF CLANS
CLASH OF CLANS FEATURING LIAM NEESON
CAMRY “BEING A DAD”
BMW “NEWFANGLED IDEA”
“I’m not sure why I liked this commercial. I just thought it was really funny. I don’t even know what that game is, but I like Liam Neeson and that voice he does. It was also one of the funnier ones since a lot of them were more on the emotional side this year.”
“In the midst of so many commercials designed to tug on viewer’s heartstrings, this is the only one that actually made me tear up. Although directed at football-loving fathers, the commercial made me remember how blessed I am to have a dad that would do anything for me, and I’m sure the commercial spoke to him the same way.”
As a broadcast news junkie, it was cool seeing former “Today Show” hosts Katie Couric and Bryant Gumbel gawk at the idea of the Internet like we would gawk at a new app today. BMW recognized this and had the duo try out their brand new car. It worked and served as a reminder that most importantly the duo had not aged at all.
Ashlee Berner DESIGN EDITOR
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NATIONWIDE “INVISIBLE MINDY”
BUDWEISER “BEST BUDS”
“I absolutely love Mindy Kaling, and I think she’s so underrated as a comedian, so seeing her in a Super Bowl commercial was really exciting. Matt Damon wasn’t a bad addition either!”
“I don’t know, I’m just a huge fan of puppies, I guess. The commercial made me feel a little better after the awful ending for the Seahawks.”
“I absolutely loved this commercial, because I religiously play Clash of Clans. Everytime my village gets destroyed, I have the same emotions that Liam had flowing through my veins.”
FEATURES EDITOR
Maggie Curran
Ben Grote
Lucas Koprowski
Joash Mencias
OPINION EDITOR
SPORTS REPORTER
Kelly Wynne
PHOTO EDITOR
Taira Alabi
NATIONWIDE “MAKE SAFE HAPPEN”
NEWS EDITOR
“It’s very upsetting, but Nationwide succeeded in stirring up conversation.” EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
A full recap of Super Bowl XLIX JAMES KAY SPORTS EDITOR
Going into Super Bowl XLIX, there wasn’t a clear favorite to take home the Lombardi trophy. The Patriots faced adversity having to answer to “deflategate” questions all week which added more pressure to validate themselves as champions.. The Seahawks were on a mission to become the first team since the ’04 Patriots to win back-toback Super Bowls. Going into this tight matchup we knew it was going to be a blood bath between two NFL powerhouses, and they sure didn’t disappoint. 1st Quarter After both teams were unable to produce any points on their first drives, the Patriots marched down the field as Tom Brady completed seven passes in a row to get them in the red-zone. Brady’s eighth pass
however ended up in the hands of corner Jeremy Lane who returned it for 11 yards. 2nd Quarter (0-0) After another unsuccessful Seahawks possession, Brady was able to redeem himself leading the Patriots down the field to Seattle’s goal line. Brady delivered a strike to teammate Brandon LaFell for an 11-yard touchdown to open the scoring. Both teams traded back unsuccessful drives until Seattle finally had an answer for the Patriots defense. The Seahawks racked up 19 yards on four short yardage plays to start the drive. On the next play, Wilson took a shot down field and connected with rookie Chris Matthews, for a gain of 44 yards. Running back Marshawn Lynch ran the ball three straight times before he scored on a 3-yard run. The Patriots answered immediately when Brady lobbed a 22-yard pass to
tight end Rob Gronkowski putting the Patriots ahead 14-7. When it seemed like the Patriots would go into halftime with a one-possession lead, Wilson orchestrated a drive that led to an improbable touchdown for the Seahawks. With six seconds left in the half, Wilson hooked up with Matthews again for an 11-yard touchdown. 3rd Quarter (14-14) It only took the Seahawks seven plays to go down the field and take the lead on a Steven Hauschka 27-yard field goal. On their next possession, Brady made another crucial mistake when he tried to thread the needle to Gronkowski that ended up in the hands of linebacker, Bobby Wagner. Starting at midfield, Wilson and Lynch combined for 33 rushing yards which put them in scoring range. They capped off the drive with a 1-yard touchdown
to receiver Doug Baldwin who was able to escape corner Darrelle Revis who collided with the referee on the play. 4th Quarter (24-14; Seahawks winning) The Patriots didn’t come alive until they obtained possession with 12:11 left in the game. Brady came through on third and fourteen when he completed a pass to Julian Edelman for 21 yards. Running back Shane Vareen caught a screenpass from Brady that was a good for a gain of 9 yards which put them on Seattle’s side of the field. When Vareen was tackled out of bounds, safety Earl Thomas delivered a late hit which resulted in a 15yard penalty. Later in the drive, Brady faced a third and long situation again but found Edelman for another 20-yard completion to get them in the red-zone. Brady completed the drive with a fouryard touchdown to Danny
Amendola. The Patriots defense came up with a stop after Wilson threw two incompletions to end the drive. With 6:52 left on the clock, the Patriots offense took the field with the momentum in their favor. Brady completed all nine of his passes to four different recievers during the drive. With 2:06 left, Brady threw a three-yard pass to Edelman to put the Pats up 28-24. Last Two Minutes (2824; Pats winning) The Seahawks started the drive on their own 20yard line. On the first play, they exploited an unfair matchup where converted middle linebacker, Jamie Collins, was put up against Lynch. Lynch beat Collins off the ball and reeled in an easy catch for 31 yards. After moving up the field, the unthinkable happened. Wilson threw up a pass between two Patriot defenders that was deflected and looked to be incomplete. As both
defenders and Seattle receiver, Jeremy Kearse, were falling to the ground, the ball bounced three times off of Kearse and ended up in his hands for a 33-yard completion. This put Seattle on New England’s six yard line with only 1:06 left in the game. Lynch took the next hand off and was able to pick up five yards before being tackled at the 1-yard line. After taking time off the clock Wilson threw a pass intended for Lockette which was intercepted by rookie corner Malcolm Butler in the end zone. As the Patriots attempted to take a knee and claim glory, two of Seattle’s defenders went after Gronkowski which triggered a fight between both teams. Only one ejection was issued against Seattle. The Patriots were able to take a knee which sealed their victory.
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COFFEE BREAK
5 TIPS FOR MANAGING LIFE Get ahead in your life with these five super helpful tips. ASHLEE BERNER DESIGN EDITOR
1 Check Traffic
Check traffic. We are seeing the aftermath of the blizzard this weekend. So there is no doubt that the roads everywhere are terrible. Before you leave to head to school, see what the roads look like, and check in on the traffic. Chances are there is a lot of congestion on the roads and you don’t want to get caught in it. Before you leave your house, see which route has the least amount of traffic and take that way and avoid all of the traffic.
2 Leave Early
Leave early. Again, there are still a lot of things going on with the roads from the blizzard this weekend. Save yourself some stress and leave for class earlier this week. Not all of the roads have been completely plowed yet and that is going to slow people down in the morning. All the ice will most likely cause more accidents as well, which eats away time. You don’t want to rush either because that is dangerous. Leave on time and get to school safely.
3 Full Tanks
I’ve been told by many of my family members and I’m going to pass this advice on to you too: make sure your gas tank is at half tank. With all the cold weather, it is possible for the gas to freeze in the tank and that can cause your car not to start. To prevent that from happening don’t let your tank go below a quarter of tank or you will be facing some serious car trouble.
4 Wipe the Snow
I’ve witnessed it today driving to school this week, some cars do not have all of the snow wiped off from their cars. If that is you, wipe it off. It is dangerous for you and other drivers if there is still snow on top of your car. It blows off your car onto other cars causing them not to see properly, and it can also slide down to your rear window and that is also not good. Take the time and make sure you get all the snow off of your car.
5 Drive Carefully
Last, drive carefully and cautiously. Like I said, not all of the roads are completely plowed yet, so drive slow. Be prepared that other people will be driving slow also. Do not tailgate. Keep a safe distance away from them in case you have to stop suddenly. Be patient out there this week driving, and be safe. Summer is right around the corner.
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COFFEE BREAK
PUZZLES AND MORE
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SUDOKU
No. 215
Tough
Previous solution - Medium
9 7
8 9 7
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6 1
3 4
4 7 3 3 5 6
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9 7 8 1 3 2 2 4 3 5 7 6 6 5
8 9 3 6 1 4 2 5 7
No. 215
6 3 4 5 2 1 9
8 7
Easy
4 5
2 6
7 8 9
How to beat Str8ts – Like Sudoku, no single number can repeat in any row or column. But... rows and columns are divided by black squares into compartments. These need to be filled in with numbers that complete a ‘straight’. A straight is a set of numbers with no gaps but can be in any order, eg [4,2,3,5]. Clues in black cells remove that number as an option in that row and column, and are not part of any straight. Glance at the solution to The solutions will be published here in the next issue. see how ‘straights’ are formed.
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Previous solution - Very Hard
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STR8TS
9 1 5 2 7 4 8 3 6
6 8 2 5 1 3 9 4 7
5 2 4 8 6 9 7 1 3
3 6 1 7 5 2 4 8 9
7 9 8 3 4 1 6 2 5
1 7 6 4 3 5 2 9 8
2 4 3 9 8 7 5 6 1
8 5 9 1 2 6 3 7 4
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