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Whole Foods to take over Dominick’s
Special OPS: When the snow hits A behind-the-scenes look at keeping campus clear
By Summer Concepcion Online Editor
It’s official: Whole Foods is coming to DePaul— but not everyone is thrilled about it. In an email to students and faculty Feb. 1, Fr. Holtschneider confirmed that the former Dominick’s on DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus is one of seven in the Chicago area being taken over by the natural and organic foods grocery chain. The fate of the former Dominick’s located on the corner of Fullerton and Sheffield avenues has caused concern among DePaul students and Lincoln Park residents since closing Dec. 28. Now that Whole Foods is slated to move in, DePaul students are uncertain of how well it will suit their needs. Among the top concerns of Whole Foods’ move-in is the grocery chain’s affordability, or lack thereof. “I really wish a different grocery store would’ve decided to take over Dominick’s,” DePaul junior and Lincoln Park resident Alyssa Hall said. “Whole Foods is great and everything, except that it doesn’t really have the most realistic prices for college students. Most of us go to school full-time and have minimum ‒ or just above minimum-wage ‒ jobs.” DePaul junior and Lincoln Park resident Daniel Kummerer shares the same sentiment. “I was disappointed to hear that a Whole Foods is taking over the old Dominick’s,” Kummerer said. “It’s kind of a slap in the face to students who can’t afford
See WHOLE FOODS, page 8
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An employee spreads salt on the sidewalk outside the DePaul Center near State Street on Jackson Boulevard after a recent snow storm.
By Grant Myatt News Editor
Walking to early morning classes on campus during winter, students and staff are welcomed to pristine shoveling and salted sidewalks, despite above average snowfall amounts this year. But nothing is different for the DePaul Facility Operations crew. They brave the elements to ensure that all campuses are ready by 7 a.m., regardless of conditions. Since they work early mornings to make DePaul a safe place for everyone, one may assume their job goes unnoticed. “I wouldn’t say that,” Joshua Bielecki, a custodial grounds crew worker at DePaul for six years, said. “They see it, they
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A truck clears a parking area next to Belden and Seminary avenues. appreciate it, they let us know.” After four or five days in a row working in the snow, Bielecki said sometimes it just
takes a simple email to raise their spirits. “I’ll print out an email and show the whole crew — it’s really
great to see that,” he said. One of the most challenging parts for crews this winter is the long hours. Depending on conditions, facility operations workers can come in as early 4 or 5 a.m. and then continue to work a full shift. “During weeks where we get multiple overnight snows or larger accumulations, this can be especially taxing,” Richard Wiltse, director of Loop Campus facility operations, said. “Then at the end of the day, they still need to go home and address the snow at their own homes.” This year crews have already put in considerable overtime. There have been about half a dozen times where crews started
See SNOW, page 5
The Blue Demon ‘booze cruise’
City-style tailgating on the bus to Rosemont By Maria Elias Contributing Writer
DePaul is not known as a big, party school. Being in the heart of Chicago, DePaul freshmen immediately jump into the bar scene, leaving the typical college experience of small towns, Frat parties and tailgates for the movies. Surprisingly for most
though, the school buses that take students from DePaul’s Lincoln Park campus to AllState Arena for the men’s basketball games serves as the only avenue students have for that typical state school partying. “I come here to sing a fight song with all my friends on the bus,” senior Milan Gacanovic says while holding a Coors Lite in the air. “But only after we shotgun a beer.” At 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, DePaul students gathered on Sheffield Avenue holding cases of beer in their arms and bottles of
Vodka in their backpacks while waiting to board the three school buses headed to watch the Blue Demons take on the Providence Friars. While the buses leave an hour before tip-off, the students start their pregame show long before the road trip begins. After drinking at their apartments, the students continue on the buses as they cheers with old and new friends while singing DePaul chants and fight songs. “Take a pull for the Blue
See BUS, page 25
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Students on the basketball bus chant and sing school fight songs to pass the time on the 40-minute ride to AllState Arena in Rosemont, Ill.
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Gordon Tech alum opposed to DePaul name change
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Dr. Dog Q&A The DePaulia spoke with lead singer Scott McMicken, see page 16.
Gordon Tech started a partnership with DePaul in 2010, now some alum fear the proposed name change, see page 6.
Crispin Glover visits Lincoln Park
Men's basketball upholds teams rules
Glover held a three-hour event as aprt of a new Depaul Humanities Center series, see page 17.
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LEFT: Ron Wang, a DePaul alumni who graduated 2011, during his performance of "Descendants of Dragons," a Chinese pop song.
University celebrates Year of the Horse By Amanda Driscoll Asst. Online Editor
The Lincoln Park Student Center buzzed with conversation and traditional Chinese music
last Friday as students, professors and members of the community waited for DePaul's Chinese New Year Gala to begin. Red lanterns hung on the walls, and the smell of Chinese cuisine filled the room. Professor Li Jin, Chinese program director at DePaul, gave opening remarks about the year of the horse in English and Chinese once guests were seated with dinner. "I am so happy to see so many
people here," Jin said. "Tonight is very special and we are very excited to share our culture with all of you." Jin proceeded to greet members of the Chinese community, laughter erupted from the crowd. After opening remarks, members of the Chicago Chinatown Lion Dance Group performed a traditional lion dance, complete with three drummers. The lion made its
way through the dim room, and meandered between the cheering crowd. Zander Stone, a performer in the gala and International and Chinese Studies sophomore, said he was excited and surprised with this year's turn out. "We spend our entire budget on this event, so I'm really excited," Stone said. "And I'm glad I see other people showing up to this besides Chinese studies students."
Chinese studies students and professors sang traditional songs in Chinese and English before the intermission games and raffle drawings. The gala proceeded after intermission with songs "Dragon's Descendants," "Loving You is a Mistake" and "Gongxi Gongxi," sung by Chinese 105201 students. To conclude the evening, another Lion Dance was performed.
Campaign to restore MAP grants begins By Nathan Weisman Asst. News Editor
In the midst of hundreds of thousands of Illinois college students racing to apply to receive financial aid in the form of MAP grants, Gov. Pat Quinn announced a desire to double the amount of MAP recipients in the next five years during last Wednesday’s State of the State address. “By doubling the number of MAP scholarships, we can make sure deserving students in need are equipped to excel in the 21st century workplace,” Quinn said in the address. While voicing the desire to raise the number of MAP scholarships Quinn didn’t mention how he planned to do so, raising concerns of some DePaul administrators that one way to raise the number of scholarships is to reduce the size of awards given to students. MAP grants are crucial to both DePaul students and the university itself. According to Peter Coffey, the Associate Vice President for Community and Governmental Affairs, DePaul receives about $20 million each year in MAP grants, which it then distributes to students. “$20 million out of our budget would be a big deal,” Coffey said. “It is in everyone’s interest to support this program, whether they are a direct recipient of MAP funds
or not.” In addition to helping students and the university, Coffey said that the MAP program is a good investment by the state. By helping students attend universities and graduate, Coffey said the state is investing in creating an educated and competitive workforce that will help drive Illinois' economy. In April, the DePaul Student Government Association, working with the university’s administration and the Illinois board of higher education, will be going to Springfield to lobby the state legislature to restore the MAP grant to its 2009 levels of funding. To support this SGA unanimously passed a resolution on Thursday night that calls on Governor Quinn and Illinois General assembly to restore the MAP grant and by doing so restore the state itself. “In recent years, MAP has been reduced from a high of $405 million in the 2009 fiscal year to approximately $370 million in the 2013 fiscal year, forcing earlier than ever application deadlines,” the resolution reads. The resolution also states that DePaul has nearly 5,000 MAP recipients enrolled, the most out of any private nonprofit university in the state. SGA also has sent out postcards for students and faculty to send to their representatives urging them to restore MAP. According to Sarah Rens, the vice
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DePaul students traveled to Springfield, Ill. last year to speak about MAP grant funding. president of SGA, they have sent out 3,112 postcards to 122 offices throughout the university encouraging them to distribute the cards to their faculty and students. To try and get the greatest number of students involved as possible, SGA will be having two events in the Student Center encouraging students fill out the postcards, the first of the two events will be held on Monday, Feb 3. While lobbying to restore the MAP is a major focus of SGA and the university, they also have been working to make sure students are applying for the MAP grant to ensure they get the aid they need. MAP
funds are distributed on a first-come, firstserved basis and DePaul is predicting that funds will run out around Feb 15. Last year DePaul predicted funds would deplete by March 1, only two days off from when they actually ran out on March 3. “We think we are reaching some of those students,” Paula Luff, the associate vice president for financial aid said. According to Luff, at this time last year 19,000 students had applied for the MAP grant, and this year 25,000 have already applied.
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ABOVE: Facility operations clears snow near the quad in Lincoln park outside of the SAC. RIGHT: Crews spread salt on the Loop Campus along State Street.
SNOW continued from front page at 4 a.m. and some days they haven’t left until 7 p.m. Any shift more than eight hours long is overtime, and there have been many 12-hour shifts this year, Lincoln Park Facility Operations Manager Richard Matulewicz said. “We all know this is the winter season, it’s no surprise that it’s going to snow, so we’re prepared for it,” Bielecki said. “We know this time of year we’re going to go a little earlier and later. It’s just the job we do.” The extreme cold has its ups and downs. Colder temps mean fewer people walking on sidewalks, allowing snow blowers and other equipment to clear snow quickly. On the downside, the weather can be extremely taxing on the staff, making them start earlier in the morning to allow for more frequent breaks, Wiltse said. Most noticeably, the extreme temperatures impact the use of ice-melt
products. As of Jan. 31, the university used about 100,000 pounds of salt on the Lincoln Park Campus this winter. That same amount of salt was used the entire winter last year, “and we are just halfway through the winter,” Lincoln Park Facility Operations Director John Zaccari said. Facility operations use about 12,500 pounds of salt when clearing the Lincoln Park Campus each time. Due to a salt shortage, facility operations have turned to calcium chloride ice melt, but this alternate is difficult to clean off floors, Matulewicz said. At Chicago’s O’Hare Airport, the lowest recorded temperature for January was 16 below zero Jan. 6, while January 2013’s lowest temperature was negative one, according to the National Weather Service. While braving the weather, more injuries among facility operations crew have occurred this year compared to last year. Two Lincoln Park crewmembers are
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currently out due to injury and there have been a total of five out this season for injuries. The most common injuries are often hernias or due to slipping. Last year, no crewmember was out for a substantial injury, Zaccari said. O’Hare recorded 33.7 inches of snow this January compared to the normal average of 10.8 inches. All the snow required DePaul to bring in an excavation contractor to remove large amounts of snow on campus, Vice President of Facility Operations Bob Janis said. “It was something we had to do in order to maintain as many parking spaces as possible,” Janis said. “You can only keep so much snow in a lot before you begin to lose a lot of parking.” The snow was removed to two separate lots on campus and Janis did not disclose the cost to the university but that the company “treated us well, response and cost wise.” With endless pounds of salt and extra hours for crews, Janis said that their budget is getting used up much faster. “We have definitely run through more budget faster than the last few years,” Janis said. “Longer hours and wages paid, more ice melt product more natural gas burn and cost to keep buildings put to proper temperatures.” Both campuses utilize several crew members to reach their goal of a cleared campus by 7 a.m. For the Loop Campus, the snow removal crew varies from six to eight staff members depending on the amount of snowfall expected. They also
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have the option to hold over five members of the night cleaning crew to assist with snow, to bring the total to 13 staff working on snow removal. The Lincoln Park Campus has about 15 people on the grounds crew that are primarily in charge of snow removal. They use a variety of equipment, including several Bobcat tractors, allowing them to be covered and not completely braving the elements. The facility operations crew members on both campuses are union workers that are employed by DePaul. Bielecki said he has become used to the cold. “We bundle up — they supply us with heaters for our hands — so if we’re out there for an extended period of time it doesn’t beat us up too bad," Bielecki said. "I’m normally inside a Bobcat, so the only thing I really have to worry about is my feet getting cold.” No matter the temperature or weather conditions, the facility operations crew will be outside clearing the snow, and their work does not go unseen. “The (facility operations) staff at both campuses are the best examples of dedication and caring that I could ever have hope to be a part of in my career,” Janis said. “To the person, they work hard day in and day out and truly, I mean truly care about the students and taking the best possible care of them.”
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Gordon Tech alumni resist DePaul name change By Jasmine Armand Staff Writer
A proposal to change Gordon Tech College Prep High School’s name has been met with intense backlash from alumni and parents. Founded in 1952 and located in the Roscoe Village neighborhood, Gordon Tech has faced declining enrollment in recent years, even after opening to girls in August 2002. The proposal stems from a desire to rebrand the school after two 2011 studies revealed that limited academic offerings, an image perception issue and outdated technology and facilities were some of the reasons parents were not enrolling their students. In response, Gordon Tech entered into an academic partnership with DePaul in 2012 that led to a new principal, enhanced curriculum and increased enrollment, according to a letter sent out to alumni. The board, which includes former Chicago Library Commissioner and current DePaul University Board of Trustees member Mary Dempsey, is proposing to honor the partnership in the new name. Chris Ballenger, Gordon Tech class of 2005 and a storage consultant for Meridian IT, is one of the many alumni who are fighting against the name change. “I feel they are trying to rid Gordon of its history and memories that were created during the 60 plus years of existence,” Ballenger said. “All of my older brothers graduated and played sports for Gordon and made many long time friends and memories from there,” he added. “I personally feel it will remove my high school years from my life if I were to say 20 years from now to my children or grandchildren, ‘When I was at Gordon Tech,’ yet they would have no idea where it was or if it even existed.”
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Gordon Tech College Prep is a high school located on the north side of Chicago on Addison Street and California Avenue. While many alumni are left upset and trying to preserve memories, others see this as an opportunity for necessary change. “My opinion is that I could care less about a name change,” Tom Molloy, Gordon Tech alumnus and a sophomore digital cinema major at DePaul, said. “Gordon was a dying school and DePaul will help bring it back to life,” he said. “It will always be Gordon Tech at heart, regardless of the name. People are just holding on to old memories, but change is good, and Gordon Tech needs it.” A task force created for rebranding and research purposes held a meeting Wednesday night to hear alumni’s comments and present them with the board’s findings. "While we heard from some alumni that they want no changes, we are also hearing from some (alumni) who believe this process is timely and have offered to
help with rebranding," Robert Karpinski, DePaul Director of Catholic School Initiatives, said. "The rebranding of Gordon Tech has already started and renaming is just another step to consider in the process to ensure the school is making the educational needs of students and families on the North Side," Karpinski said. Monique Torres has a son at Gordon Tech and will be attending DePaul’s College of Law in the fall. She is also adamant about keeping the name the same. “Changing the name will demolish the very soul of the school,” Torres said. “When I tell everyone what school my son goes to everyone looks with admiration and prestige as he attends a good school. I agree with renovating the school and upgrading the programs but not to the name change.” For Torres, changing the name may defeat the very purpose for which it is
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under consideration. “If the name change goes into effect, I will have to rethink the reason I chose Gordon for my son in the first place; most likely I would transfer him to a school that takes its identity and history with pride,” she said. “They will not only lose my son, but the rest of my five other children that are planned to attend there as well.” While plans for the name change have not yet been determined, and a possible name has not been solidified, alumni and those invested have made their voices heard. “I guess you could call it personal ties, but a lot of (alumni) I have chatted with feel they will not give back to a school they did not attend,” Ballenger concluded. “Therefore, the alumni body for this rebranded Gordon will be slim to none.”
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Fr. Holtschneider speaks in D.C. on higher education Last Tuesday Fr. Holtschneider, the president of DePaul University testified to the Congressional Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce training about the importance of higher education and how best to serve low income and first generation students. “College access and success remains as critical a challenge for our country as it was half a century ago,” Fr. Holtschneider said in his testimony. “Given the increased importance of educational attainment in today’s global knowledge economy and the persistent educational gaps between those from affluent and low-income households, it is perhaps even more of a challenge than it was then.” Fr. Holtschneider spent most of his time in front of the subcommittee advocating the importance of TRIO programs while admitting they were not perfect. In addition
he also spoke about the reauthorization of the higher education act. “We cannot afford to keep losing talent in the way we have been doing,” Fr. Holtschneider said. “TRIO should continue to be at the heart of our shared commitment to ensure that every student who has the desire and ability to go to college should have the opportunity to do so.”
JPMorgan executive elected to board of trustees William Kusack, a managing director at JPMorgan Capital Corporation, has been elected to join DePaul’s 45-member board of trustees. Kusack earned his MBA in finance from DePaul’s Kellstadt Graduate School of Business in 1978. Kusack joined with First Chicago Leasing Corporation in 1975 staying with the company during his time at DePaul. He worked with First Chicago Leasing Corporation to help build the business of investing in tax-orientated equipment leases. First Chicago Leasing Corporation was the predecessor to JPMorgan Capital Corporation. While at JPMorgan, Kusack has
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Fr. Holtschneider testified before the Congressional Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Training Tuesday, Jan. 28. worked his way up through the company. He is currently part of a management team responsible for a portfolio comprised of equipment leases, alternative energy programs and affordable housing projects.
College of Law’s response to the changing landscape of legal education and profession and will be available to students this fall. “The Third Year in Practice option enhances the College of Law’s robust experiential learning curriculum,” Law School Dean Gregory Mark said. “The primary goal of the program is to provide students with opportunities to prepare better for the realities of the legal profession and to assist them in developing the fundamental lawyering skills that today’s employers demand.”
Law School starts third year in practice option The College of Law started a Third Year in Practice program, known as 3YP, offering the opportunity for students to spend the third year of law school in practice. The 3YP program is a part of the
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10) A criminal trespass report was filed for a person panhandling at the Barnes and Noble.
LINCOLN PARK CAMPUS JAN. 24 1) A liquor law violation report was filed for a person in Seton Hall. Offender was transported to Illinois Masonic by Chicago EMT unit.
2) A disturbance report was filed for a room in Munroe Hall.
Offender was transported to Illinois Masonic by Chicago EMT unit for their safety.
3) A theft report was filed for a person in the Ray Meyer Fitness Center. The complainant had items taken from an unlocked locker.
4) A liquor law violation report was filed for a person in Munroe Hall. Offender was transported to Illinois Masonic Hospital by Chicago EMT unit.
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JAN. 25 5) A suspicion of marijuana report was filed for a room in University Hall. No drugs were found.
11) A harassment report was filed in regards to a person being harassed in the DePaul Center lobby.
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6) A domestic disturbance report was filed for a room in Centennial Hall. 7) A sexual assault report was filed with Public Safety. The incident occurred on Jan. 11 in Centennial Hall.
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8) A theft report was filed for a student who had items taken from them on the Red Line.
12) A criminal trespass report was filed for an unknown person asked to leave the concourse of DePaul Center.
JAN. 26 13) A robbery report was filed for a person who had their guitar taken at the Jackson Red Line stop.
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14) A theft report was filed for a victim who had items taken from their open purse at the DePaul Center.
9) A criminal defacement report was filed for graffiti on 243 S.
15) A disturbance report was filed for a fight in the Barnes and
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New plan shifts TIF funds from arena By Nathan Weisman Asst. News Editor
Last Saturday the Chicago Tribune reported that the City of Chicago would be changing its plans for the upcoming entertainment district that includes the future DePaul arena. The city will be shifting the $33 million in TIF funds originally allocated to land acquisition for the arena to help pay for land costs for the new Marriott, which is planned to be part of the same entertainment district. The change is due to a failure on the city’s part to assemble key parcels of land near McCormick place from construction executive James McHugh. The Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority will cover the cost of the $33 million in TIF funds being redirected. Using TIF funds in the arena project has been controversial at DePaul, spurring opposition from the student led Coalition for an Alternatively Funded Arena (CAFA). While CAFA’s stance against the arena was not limited to the use of TIF funds, it was a major focal point in their objection to the stadium. “TIF money is completely out of the arena construction project,” Casey Clemmons, the president of DePaul’s Student Government Association, said. “DePaul has no role in the Marriott project.” Members of CAFA however disagree, arguing that without the DePaul arena the hotel would not be built. However, they do support getting the TIF funds redirected away from the arena. “It’s a tremendous step forward,” Shaza Loutfi, a member of CAFA and an SGA senator, said. “It technically is still the same project though.” The DePaul arena and the Marriott are even going to be connected through a sky bridge, Jonathan Slater, another member
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The design for the DePaul arena and event center near McCormick Place. of CAFA, pointed out. According to Slater the coalition’s position still has not changed and they continue to plan on meeting with Fr. Holtschneider. The will also continue to try to push a resolution through SGA to show student support against the building of the new arena. “This is a huge decision for our university,” Loutfi said. The original plan for the complex had $55 million in TIF funds earmarked to help pay for the both the arena and hotel, the new plan allocates all of the money to the new Marriott. Under the new the plan the MPEA will lessen its stake in the hotel, effectively freeing up $25 million for the organization to shift to the arena project. The new plan will leave the MPEA with an additional $8 million cost to bear while DePaul will stay at its original $70 million contribution. According to Deputy Mayor Steve Koch, in an interview with the Chicago Tribune, it made more sense to use the
TIF funds for the Marriott so the project could begin. Originally the city had hoped that land acquisition would be over by the end of 2013, but now are unsure how long litigation with McHugh will last. “The motives behind moving the money were murky,” Loutfi said. The city maintains that even with the change in plans the price of the project will not increase, and that they will not use more tax dollars on the project. Part of the reason for this is that they hope to attract a developer to invest in the project. The new plan calls for relocating the 1,200 room Marriott from the contested land to a location on Prairie Avenue just north of McCormick Place. It also calls for decoupling the 500 room boutique hotel from the southeast corner of the arena. If the boutique hotel is built, it will be on the land that is currently contested.
WHOLE FOODS continued from front page higher-end groceries. I feel like it's another way DePaul is showing its indifference towards students' financial concerns." DePaul senior Alex Jewell agrees, but also notes Lincoln Park encompasses a community beyond DePaul students. "I've never been a huge fan of Whole Foods simply because I think their approach to a healthier grocery store, by default, excludes very specific classes of people who simply can't afford an organic, all-natural lifestyle," Jewell said. "(But) Lincoln Park is home to an entire community of affluent adults who will probably find a Whole Foods useful." An email addressed to the DePaul community by Fr.Holtschneider Saturday, Feb. 1, states Whole Foods Market's representatives "intend to customize the design and the inventory of the new store to reflect the needs of our students and the local community" and notes the company's offering of "365 Everyday Value" products. Despite potential customization, some remain skeptical. Jewell feels that Whole Foods' everyday value products does not compare to a store "more suited for a college campus" such as Mariano's and Jewel-Osco. "Personally, I will be shopping there regularly simply out of need and convenience ‒ not necessarily out of preference," Jewell said. "Living so close, it's the only grocery store within walking distance of my condo ... I'm not the only one who will unfortunately be dependent upon the store for food." Details from Whole Foods have yet to be released, but Holtschneider stated in his email that he expects representatives to "make an announcement of their plans soon."
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Crafting the perfect course cart
Though we may still be in the midst of a Polar Vortex, it’s time to start thinking about Spring Quarter classes. Course Carts opened last week and registration for Spring and Summer Quarter classes begins Feb. 10. Whether you’re a senior trying to fill those last open electives or just feel like adding something into your schedule to break up those really sad and boring accounting classes, here are your best bets for Spring Quarter. From music to movies, golf to wine, DePaul has some interesting options to liven up Spring Quarter.
If you're interested in...
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TV/FILM MUSIC
MCS 361
Fandom & Participatory Culture Tu/Th 1:30 - 3 p.m. Loop Campus
MCS 351
Topics in Television Studies: “Seinfeld” Wed 1:30 – 4:40 p.m. Loop Campus
MUS 105
Rock Music – The Beatles: Music, Aesthetics and Culture Mon 6 – 9:15 p.m. Lincoln Park Campus
MUS 108
MCS 348
Topics in Film Genre: Ghostly Cinema Mon 6 – 9:30 p.m. Loop Campus
DC 250
The Art of Screen Acting Tu 1:30 - 4:45 p.m. Loop Campus
Rock Musics of the World Tu/Th 1 - 2:30 p.m. Lincoln Park Campus
MCS 341
Topics in Radio Studies: Rock Radio Tu/Th 11:20 a.m. 12:50 p.m. Lincoln Park Campus
SPORTS FOOD/ DRINK HSP 333
International Wine Education & Management Wed 5:45 – 9 p.m. Loop Campus
SOC 370
People, Places and Food Tu/Th 11:20 a.m. 12:50 p.m. Lincoln Park Campus
MKT 398
Special Topics in Marketing: Sports Sponsorship Tu 6 – 9:15 p.m. Loop Campus
DC 304
Topics in Screenwriting: Writing for Second City* Th 5:45 – 9 p.m. Loop Campus
PRF 290
JOUR 377
Special Topics in Journalism: Sports Reporting and Sports Talk Mo/We 3:10 – 4:40 p.m. Loop Campus
PE 277
Golf Tu/Th 9:40 – 11:10 a.m. Lincoln Park Campus
Performance Workshop for NonMajors Th 5:45 – 9 p.m. Loop Campus
THE 242
Stage Direction for Non-Majors Th 5:45 – 9 p.m. Loop Campus
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* Class requires pre-requisite course(s)
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The lakefront looking toward the museum campus on Wednesday, Jan. 29 when the average temperature at O'Hare without windchill was 12 degrees.
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Nation &World
War and terrorism in southern Russia The history behind the conflict in the Caucasus and greater Sochi region By Michael Corio Editor-in-Chief
In the weeks leading up to the 2014 Olympics, international media has been fixated on the potential threat that terrorism poses to the games. Yet, few know the reason behind the insurgency that has gripped the Caucasus or the history of a conflict that has impacted the region since the fall of the USSR on Dec. 26, 1991. Dutch journalist Arnold van Bruggen teamed up with photographer Rob Hornstra to document life in and around the North Caucasus. They had just covered a story from the bordering region of Abkhazia when Russia's bid for the Olympic games was declared the winner. "You have something like the Olympics, which gets so much attention for a brief period of time, it grabs people's imaginations," Greg Harris, assistant curator of the 'Sochi Project' exhibit currently being shown at DePaul's Art Museum, said. "They were like, this is the hook we need to try to tell the story of Abkhazia, the North Caucasus and the region." "The stories you'll get there, just going through towns, knocking doors, are amazing. So we wanted to dive real deep into this region because it's connected with Sochi historically and in the sense that there's a huge terrorist threat coming from North Caucasian groups to this Games," van Bruggen said. In 1991, with the breakup of the Soviet Union, 15 republics that had once functioned as states of the union declared independence. Chechnya, which was considered part of the Russian state at the time, pronounced itself a sovereign nation as well. Former Soviet general Dzhokhar Dudayev ousted the communist party of Grozny, the Chechen capital, with a considerable amount of popular support. It later split with the newly created province of Ingushetia, which joined the Russian Federation. The Chechen Republic of Ichkeria then declared its full independence and refused to sign a treaty recognizing a Russian federal government. By 1994 it was the only one out of 88 areas within the new Federation that did not recognize Moscow's authority. "The territory represents a sort of red line. Russians tolerated the independence of the Union Republics, but will not stand to see any territory that is perceived as part of Russia become independent," Brian Boeck, a history professor at DePaul, said. "This is a colonial conflict. It's strange to notice, after traveling (to Sochi), that people in Sochi completely don't feel connected
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Security personnel walk with dogs outside Fisht Olympic Stadium in Sochi, one of the venues for the 2014 Winter Games.
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to this region. They really stared at us when we said we 'd been traveling to the North Caucasus the other day: Why would you go there?" van Bruggen said. "Sochi is like the subtropical suburb of Moscow, the North Caucasus (a few hundred miles east of the city) is Russia's black hole." After two failed attempts to capture Grozny, Russian president Boris Yeltsin ordered the Russian army to restore “constitutional order.” What was presented by the generals as a “surgical strike” quickly developed into a quagmire of guerilla warfare, forcing the Russians to sign a ceasefire and temporary peace treaty in 1995 without addressing the question of independence. "The North Caucasus in general, and Dagestan and Chechnya in particular, were major centers of underground Islamic activity during the Soviet period," Boeck said. "While the communists controlled the mosques and official Islam, underground networks controlled more hearts and minds. After the fall of the Soviet Union, fundamentalist, text-based forms of Islam from abroad established
an important presence in the region." In 1999, after Chechen President Aslan Maskhadov announced the gradual implementation of Sharia law, a local Islamic militia invaded neighboring Dagestan in August in an effort to support separatists there in creating an Islamic state. This, along with apartment bombings blamed on militants that killed almost 300 people, led newly inaugurated president Vladamir Putin to reoccupy Chechnya and declare direct rule from Moscow in a second military offensive. Accusations of human rights abuses from Russian forces mounted during the Second Chechen war with a discovery of mass graves in the area. "There's no single generation over there that didn't witness war, terror, large scale human rights abuses, missing persons, even half of the population was deported to central Asia in 1944," van Bruggen said, referencing Russia's forced deportations in retaliation for those in the Caucasus who had collaborated with invading Germans in World War II. "The Games have a bad impact
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Ruslan Kirillov, former paratrooper in the counter-terrorist operation in Chechnya, holds the Olympic torch in Astrakhan, southern Russia. on the wider region. Abkhazia has been cut off during the Games, for security reasons. They won't profit at all from it,” van Bruggen said. "The North Caucasus situation worsened. Security services are given free hand to do what they'd like to make suspicious people disappear, put them in prison, torture them. In the struggle between state and separatists, civilians got caught in between." Despite its relatively remote location on the edge of the Russian Federation, Chechen rebels have been successful in carrying out reprisal attacks against the state in retaliation. In 2002, Chechen rebels took 700 people hostage at a Moscow theater for three days, and 120 hostages and 50 rebels died when Russian forces launched a bungled operation to end the standoff. Just two years later at what would later be known as the
Beslan tragedy, 400 people including hundreds of children were killed at a school in North Ossetia, which borders Chechnya. After years of continued warfare, Russian forces ended their counter-insurgency operations in Chechnya in 2009 under the rule of Moscow-backed strongman Ramzan Kadyrov. Despite all this, the most expensive Olympic games in history, with costs approaching $51 billion, will begin in Sochi Feb. 7. "Sochi is the summer capital of Russia. Quite relaxed, if you are able to live (with) mass tourism, with its loud music, smell of beer and barbecue and noisy tourists. Now it's a military zone," van Bruggen said. "Almost 80,000 armed personnel patrol the region; military, police, security services, even the old Cossacks are called to duty. Outside the Olympic bubble, it's a police state."
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Revolution continues to light up Ukraine By Brenden Moore Staff Writer
Protesters and police continue to clash on the streets of Ukraine as government efforts to appease the demonstrators appear to be moot points. The demonstrations began last November after Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych decided not to sign a European integration agreement, which would have strengthened the country’s ties to the west, in favor of a closer relationship with neighboring Russia. While this was the original spark that led to protests, violent exchanges with police and Ukrainian Special Forces have led to a breakdown in order— something that concerns the government and moderate protesters alike. “So while the revolution is still holding onto that European sentiment, Europe no longer means European Union. Europe means that dignity that people deserve living in the 21st century,” Julian Hayda of the Euromaiden Journalist Collective said. “Modern human rights is being associated with Europe. It’s not about the European Union anymore, it’s about human decency.” The EJC was formed in December to report on the
revolution, and Hayda, a digital cinema student at DePaul, went to Ukraine with a colleague from Fordham University. During their visit, they collected video footage and interviews with protesters, clergy and Ukrainian government officials. When the protests were beginning to die down a few months ago, the government started to crack down on protesters, which backfired as it only further motivated them to keep protesting, sometimes turning violent. Five people have been killed so far, and a former Ukrainian president warned Parliament to be responsible, as he believed that a civil war was not too far off the horizon. “They want a new constitution— they have wanted it at least since late November when the protest started turning violent,” Hayda said. “When the government started exerting violence on the protesters, that’s when it became a revolution.” The president has never had strong support in the western part of the country, and now he appears to be losing some of his core supporters in the south and east. To try and quell the violence, his government has begun to offer concessions to the protesters, such as offering amnesty if they leave government buildings and offering the prime minister
Photo courtesy of the Euromaidan Journalist Collective
The Euromaiden Journalist Collective documented protesters standing off against military officials in Kiev, Ukraine's capital. This was Hayda's first night in the country. position to one of the main opposition leaders. However, nothing further has come of this effort. “It’s too little too late. If that was the offer made a month and a half ago, I think they would have taken it and the protests would have died down,” Hayda said. “But the government has tried too much to put down the protests, that by now they think’s an empty promise.” One of the ways the government tried to suppress the people in the streets was a
series of secret laws passed by the Parliament that limited the freedom of speech and assembly that the protesters had. These laws have since been repealed as they severely backfired on the government. “They thought that they could enforce them, but when it came for them to enforce them, it just caused even more chaos than there ever was before,” Hayda said. With the unpredictable nature of the conflict, it is anyone’s guess as to what may happen next.
“This is how nations evolve, and it’s amazing to read it happening on a phone that I can hold in my hand,” DePaul freshman Wynn Drahorad said. With the negotiations stalled as the president takes a sick leave, a divided country waits to see what tomorrow may bring. “A lot of people believe that there’s no way to end the protests until there’s a new constitution and until there’s an entirely new government because the system in place now is just too easy to take advantage of,” Hayda said.
ICYMI: What's happening in world news U.S. prosecutors seek execution of marathon suspect
Farm bill passes House after years of disagreement
Federal prosecutors Thursday announced they will seek the death penalty against 20-year-old Dzhokhar Tsarnaev in the Boston Marathon bombing, accusing him of betraying his adopted country by ruthlessly carrying out a terrorist attack calculated to cause maximum carnage. U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder's decision to press for Tsarnaev's execution was widely expected. The twin blasts last April killed three people and wounded more than 260, and over half the 30 federal charges against Tsarnaev — including using a weapon of mass destruction to kill — carry a possible death sentence. Tsarnaev has pleaded not guilty. No trial date has been set. In a notice of intent filed in court, federal prosecutors in Boston listed factors they contend justify a sentence of death against Tsarnaev, who moved to the U.S. from Russia about a decade ago. “Dzhokhar Tsarnaev received asylum from the United States; obtained citizenship and enjoyed the freedoms of a United States citizen; and then betrayed his allegiance to the United States by killing and maiming people in the United States,” read the notice filed by U.S. Attorney Carmen Ortiz. Prosecutors also cited Tsarnaev's “lack of remorse” and allegations that he killed an MIT police officer as well as an 8-yearold boy, a “particularly vulnerable” victim because of his age. They also said Tsarnaev committed the killings after “substantial planning and premeditation.” Tsarnaev's lawyers had no immediate comment.
After years of setbacks, a nearly $100 billion-a-year compromise farm bill cleared the House on Wednesday despite strong opposition from conservatives who sought a bigger cut in food stamps. The five-year bill, which preserves generous crop subsidies, heads to the Senate, where approval seems certain. The White House said President Barack Obama would sign it. The measure, which the House approved 251-166, had backing from the Republican leadership team, even though it makes smaller cuts to food stamps than they would have liked. After wavering for several years, the GOP leaders were seeking to put the long-stalled bill behind them and build on the success of a bipartisan budget passed earlier this month. Leaders in both parties also were hoping to bolster rural candidates in this year's midterm elections. The bill ultimately would cut about $800 million a year from the $80 billiona-year food stamp program, or around 1 percent. The House had sought a 5 percent cut. The legislation also would continue to heavily subsidize major crops for the nation's farmers while eliminating some subsidies and shifting them toward more politically defensible insurance programs. House Agriculture Chairman Frank Lucas, R-Okla., called the compromise a “miracle” after trying to get the bill passed for almost three years. Many House conservatives still voted against the bill — 63 Republicans opposed it, one more than in June.
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A woman believed to be Amanda Knox, center left, is hidden under a jacket while being escorted from her mother's home to a car by family members in Seattle.
Amanda Knox's murder conviction reinstated More than two years after Amanda Knox returned to the U.S. apparently home free, an Italian court Thursday reinstated her murder conviction in the stabbing of her roommate and increased her sentence to 28 ½ years in prison, raising the specter of a long, drawn-out extradition fight. Knox, 26, received word of the verdict in her hometown of Seattle. The former American exchange student called it unjust and said she was “frightened and saddened.” “This has gotten out of hand,” Knox said in a statement. “Having been found innocent before, I expected better from the Italian justice system.” Lawyers for Knox and her 29-year-old ex-boyfriend Raffaele Sollecito, who was also found guilty, vowed to appeal to Italy's highest court, a process that will take at least another year and drag out a seesaw legal battle that has fascinated court-watchers on
both sides of the Atlantic. After nearly 12 hours of deliberations Thursday, the appeals court in Florence reinstated the guilty verdicts first handed down against Knox and Sollecito in 2009 for the slaying of British exchange student Meredith Kercher. Those verdicts were overturned in a second trial that ended in an acquittal in 2011, and Knox was released from prison after four years behind bars, returning to the United States. But Italy's highest court ordered a third trial. The Florence court increased Knox's sentence from the original 26 years and handed Sollecito 25 years. Kercher, 21, was found dead Nov. 2, 2007, in a pool of blood in the bedroom of the apartment she and Knox shared in the central Italian city of Perugia, where both were studying.
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Opinions
A tale of two countries
A personal reflection on Chinese ethnic identity in modern America
Backlash against homosexual teachers By Kelly Conger Contributing Writer
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Performers holding a handmade dragon for the Dragon Dance, a traditional part of Chinese Lunar New Year's festivities.
By Kevin Gross Opinions Editor
Although not all of us Americans may know it, today, Friday Jan. 31, more than one sixth of the world is reveling in the Chinese Lunar New Year. For me, this is a time to reflect on my multi-ethnic background. Being half-Chinese and having been born in Hong Kong, I like to think of how racial attitudes have changed and where ethnic plurality fits in our modern nation. Clearly, attitudes towards Chinese people in America have changed over the past century and a half, when Chinese railroad laborers first migrated to the American West. Since then, we have moved from the racist policies of Asian immigration quotas, denial of citizenship and attacks on Chinese business owners to the present practice of labeling Chinese through the lens of the stereotypical “model minority” – a practice less insidious yet perhaps no more correct. When I was younger, I rejected my background at times. Especially as a younger child, I worried about various stereotypes of the Chinese background, of being made fun of for supposedly “eating dogs and cats” or even just from being expected to excel in math – a subject that I have admittedly never succeeded in. These aspects – perhaps along with my youthful immaturity - led me to sometimes “whitewash” descriptions of my own past and go without acknowledging my own identity as an immigrant. Today, I realize that this racial identity is something to be embraced. Stereotypes – while perhaps originated from
generalized observations – certainly don’t hold true in 100 percent, or even in a majority, of cases. Each person does not hold true to a single caricature of “Chinese,” “Anglo-American,” “African-American,” “Latino” or so on. Rather, each person in this country brings their own history, their own human capital and their own unique values that vary from upbringing to upbringing. These aspects of multiculturalism are more important than ever for America’s survival in the globalized 21st century. Economically, the nation continues to thrive on the work of immigrants. The Migration Policy Institute reports that 16 percent of all civilians employed in American healthcare are foreign born, and a report by Inside Higher Education shows that more than 60 percent of America’s graduate students in electrical/industrial engineering and computer science in 2013 were foreign born. “Politically too, a multiethnic society results in a more globally oriented mode of governance,” David Tsu, a former student of ethnic studies and political science at Purdue University, said. “As people with foreign ties become more and more prevalent as a voting demographic in America, politicians will encourage international cooperation in order to better represent their constituents’ desires.” Perhaps even more importantly, immigration and ethnicity – of all minorities, not just Chinese – helps contribute to our fluid and ever-expanding American culture and identity. “Obviously, great traditions of diversity lead to people being exposed to more cultural practices, to different modes
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Participants in a Chinese New Year parade in Vancouver, Canada.
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People in Beijing, China, burn incense to wish for health and fortune throught the upcoming year. of thought and life,” Tsu said. “Being exposed to these other ethnic identities makes people realize that the stereotypical Anglo-American way of life isn’t the be-all, end-all.” Of course, we can also just take it easy with the social theories relating to ethnicity and enjoy America’s cultural diversity for its simple pleasure. This weekend, I will hopefully be enjoying the fruits of ethnic diversity at one of Chicago’s fine dim sum dining establishments,
where waitresses serve cheap plates of dumplings and other morsels for sharing. Not all aspects relating to ethnicity have to be socio-political, after all. “If anything, living in a nation of ethnic diversity at least makes life more fun and interesting,” Tsu said.
Editor's note: this was originally published online Jan. 31
Recently in the suburbs of Seattle, the vice principal of a Catholic high school was fired after word got out that he had married a man. Students and other community members have been protesting at the Seattle Archdiocese, with one woman asking, “Would Jesus believe the discrimination is justified?” The Archdiocese responded with a statement that supported the school in firing the teacher and said that the school administration was following employee protocol. All teachers and administrators must set an example for their students by following Catholic doctrine, which does not support gay marriage. According to the New York Times, incidents similar to this are occurring all over the country. Schools in Ohio, Arkansas, Pennsylvania, California, Missouri, New York, North Carolina and Illinois have all fired teachers because of their sexual orientation. In New Jersey, a foreign language teacher was fired in December for obtaining a marriage license so he could marry his partner of 12 years, the same number of years he had worked at the school. He was also an alumnus of the Catholic school and many of his colleagues knew he was gay. None of these teachers were trying to hide anything about their personal lives, yet they’ve been punished for being open and honest. They aren’t being fired for their poor teaching skills or because of budget cuts. This is about church doctrine taking teachers away from their students because of whom they’ve married, which has absolutely nothing to do with their teaching abilities. Students go to school to learn, not to witness discrimination. Many of the schools accused of discriminatory firings are also supporters of LGBTQA students. That sounds a lot like a double standard to me, and the teachers who lost their jobs and the students who are out there protesting probably feel the exact same way.
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Justin Bieber and the celebrity media circus By Ali Oswald Contributing Writer
A news alert from CNN on my phone started the storm of information I have read on Justin Bieber’s arrest. From Facebook to Twitter to major news sites, his story is shaping up to be a big one. Correction: it is being treated that way. Over the past week, information on Bieber’s actions has been inescapable, but why? What makes him worthy of this kind of attention? According to CNN, “Justin Bieber was charged with drunken driving, resisting arrest and driving without a valid license after police saw the pop star street racing early Thursday morning.” This is not the only violation he has received, however. The Rolling Stone website also highlights an egging incident, the mistreating of an Argentine flag and the possession of drugs. Typing in this celebrity’s name on a search engine will bring up over one billion results. It is safe to say he is getting attention – whether positive or negative. Bieber’s mistakes play a part in the world of his many young fans that look up to the singer as a role model. Huffington Post wrote that fans sang songs outside of his hotel after the arrest. One fan supposedly
claimed, “It makes me want to support him even more, and defend him even more.” The real question, though, is why should Americans need to know all of this detailed information? Why do we thrive on celebrity happenings? According to the National Organizations for Youth Safety (NOYS), “Among young drivers ages 15 to 20, 625 drivers were killed at the age of 20 – highest in this age category; 41 percent of these drivers were drinking.” Bieber is clearly not the only minor who has had a sip of alcohol; nor is he the first to drink and drive. Is it fair that the whole world knows about his mistakes, yet no one thinks twice about ours? For some reason, we find a celebrity’s actions much more important than the actions of the typical person. It is celebrity news that makes the front cover and is spread nationwide, while everyday citizens who perform the same actions do not have those actions publicized. I agree that publication of life happenings is a part of being a celebrity. Fame breeds curiosity of fans all over the globe, and celebrities should be aware of the fact that what they do one night could end up on the news a few hours later; however, does this validate the situation as a whole? Is it us, the fans, who drive the need for celebrity gossip?
“It is a perpetuating cycle that drives celebrity gossip,” Carly Oosten, a DePaul communications student, said. “On the one hand, the media sells this idea that all of the gossip is valuable to the audience in some manner, but they wouldn’t give it to us if we didn’t want it. The industry is centered on profit, and profit is based off what people want. People want gossip.” Oosten continued, “Gossip is compelling because it provides people with a sense of longing – a lifestyle that they don’t normally get in their own daily lives. They live vicariously through other people through gossip. Gossip is something we don’t have to put a lot of thought into, but it causes excitement. It is a way to escape our mundane lives. Gossip can be understood by everybody… anyone can partake in it.” I agree with Oosten and believe that we, as media consumers, allow the overkill of celebrity news. We crave it, and as a result, that is what we see on news alerts, Facebook newsfeeds and magazine covers. However, just because it is fact doesn’t make it acceptable. I don’t believe that Bieber’s mistake should be world news. After all, when any “typical” American faces the same charges, he or she does not have to see the mistake all over the Internet and on the covers of solid print.
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Justin Bieber waves to fans after being released from Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center in Miami.
An optimistic Obama addresses the country By Nick Oviatt Contributing Writer
On Tuesday afternoon, Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) told USA Today that she wanted President Obama to give an optimistic State of the Union address. Feinstein got what she – and many Americans like her – wanted, but they also got something else. The nation tuned in on Tuesday night to find a side of Obama that America had previously seen little of. He was aggressive and demanding. Obama not only defended his healthcare plan, but he also went on the attack and threatened Congress to act. “America does not stand still – and neither will I,” Obama said. “So wherever and whenever I can take steps without legislation to expand opportunity for more American families, that's what I'm going to do." Obama knows, despite the faults of the previous year, that making things right with healthcare and the NSA is not nearly enough. This is the president America is desperate for, a man who is willing to push back on a divided Congress. “I will reform our surveillance systems,” Obama boldly stated. Promising a year of progress with reforms on such things as minimum wage laws, income inequality, womens’ rights, student loans, tax loopholes and immigration, the speech might have just been full of “hot air.”
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President Obama delivers the State of the Union Address, Jan. 28. Yet, isn’t that what the State of many important issues that needed that the Union is for? Obama outlined his same bipartisan, sacrificial effort. Now agenda clearly and with such force that if the question is: will that momentum Republicans refuse to compromise, they continue? can kiss 2014 and 2016 goodbye. Although arguably having too strong The president found not only “hotan emphasis on government employed button” issues, but also reforms that were jobs as a sign of economic recovery, he popular in both parties. Acknowledging did not forget to mention the importance that both parties wanted tax reform, of his 2009 stimulus package nor the Obama sought to lay the foundation for importance of rebuilding America’s future compromises. infrastructure. However, the jury is still Obama also congratulated Congress out on what job growth can be created in for passing a long-term bipartisan the private sector, something Obama only budget, but stressed that there were briefly mentioned when talking about the
growing wealth of Wall Street. Obama’s State of the Union address also pulled at America’s heartstrings, as usual. However, by putting in bits of humor, Obama was able to make these emotional moments even more dramatic. In perhaps Obama’s best address yet, he was able to unite the country. When Cory Remsberg, an injured army ranger who is making a determined comeback despite his disabilities, was mentioned, the chamber “almost seemed to shake,” as one political commentator put it. Obama clearly stated that the Afghan War was ending this year for the United States. However optimistic this may seem, Obama is once again aggressively stating his commitment not only to the troops, but also to his mission. President Obama’s theme of inclusion even stretched far overseas, when he mentioned our European allies and America’s ability to do good across the globe. Rather than dodging a bullet, Obama bit one and took his adversaries’ criticisms head-on. After coming off from arguably his worst year, Obama is determined to make a difference. If all else fails, Obama at least found the best in a bad situation. He lifted the American people up, and was hoping to get Congress ready to work in the process. Obama has been ready to work, and on Tuesday night he let Congress know that he is also ready for Congress to work. Indeed, 2014 may be the “break-through year.”
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Focus February 9, 1964 Music and lyrics We all know the lyrics to some of The Beatles’ most popular songs, but the meanings and origins of the songs often get lost in their repetition on the air waves. Beatles songs are more than tunes to mindlessly sing along to. They represent stories, musical innovations and the intimate details of the making of the band. “Tomorrow Never Knows” True to its colorful and strange aesthetic, much of its lyrics — such as the opening “Turn off your mind, relax, and float downstream” — are based on the book “The Psychedelic Experience: A Manual Based on The Tibetan Book of the Dead” by psychedelic advocate Timothy Leary. “A Day in the Life” This song is a testament to the different ways that Lennon and McCartney approached songwriting together. Lennon’s verses, based on newspaper headlines, were paired with a midsection that McCartney had previously drafted. The space between these two segments was then filled with the track’s signature orchestral crescendo. “Hey Jude” According to “Revolution in the Head” by British music critic Ian MacDonald, this McCartney composition was written for Lennon’s five-year-old son Julian. Originally titled “Hey Jules,” McCartney wrote the track while driving to visit Cynthia Lennon and Julian shortly after the Lennons’ divorce following John’s affair with Yoko Ono. McCartney wrote the song to comfort the young boy as his family was splitting up. Lennon later called the song McCartney’s best work. “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” After the “Sgt. Pepper” track was released, fans immediately began speculating that it was a direct reference to psychedelic drugs. Lennon vehemently denied it, asserting that though the song’s title and colorful imagery seemed to be pointing to LSD, it was actually inspired by a drawing his son Julian made of one of his preschool classmates. It was not until a 2004 interview with Uncut Magazine that McCartney openly admitted the drug reference.
By Kirsten Onsgard Staff Writer
America’s young people were in a dismal place in late 1963. President Kennedy had been assassinated in November, his assassin murdered on national television shortly thereafter. Furthermore, the country was just entering the conflict in Vietnam. On the pop culture front, rock ‘n’ roll seemed to be on the decline as well. Buddy Holly’s plane had crashed four years prior, a moment later memorialized as “the day the music died.” Picking up the slack, Elvis would return from his service in Germany as a pop icon. The music industry was gearing up for a folk revival, not a rock renewal. But before the year’s end, a single called “I Want to Hold Your Hand” began circulating on U.S. airwaves. The song, thanks to an extensive marketing campaign and the enthusiasm of a largely teenage fan base, went on to sell more than 1 million copies within four weeks, forever changing the scene of 1963. Feb. 9 marks the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’ performance on “The Ed Sullivan Show,” one of the most mythologized TV performances of all time. The initial broadcast — featuring the hit “All My Loving” and the chart topper “I Want to Hold Your Hand” — drew more than 73 million viewers. By the time the foursome had
landed at the recently renamed JFK International Airport they had already developed a strong fan base in the U.K. But convincing American record labels to release The Beatles’ music wasn’t as easy. “In 1963, manager Brian Epstein and producer George Martin were offering these (early) records to Capitol Records, and Capitol wasn’t going for it,” John Kimsey, a professor in the School for New Learning who teaches a course called “The Beatles and the Creative Process,” said. “They would listen to a U.K. hit like ‘Please Please Me’ or ‘She Loves You’ and say things like ‘we don’t think this would be a good fit for American audiences because this seems like rock ‘n’ roll’, which is kind of a passé thing from the ‘50s.” Eventually Capitol Records relented, the single was released, and Beatlemania spread to infect teenagers throughout the country. But that craze might not have merely been a phase of lovestruck young women chasing a boy band, Kimsey said citing an article called “Beatlemania: Girls Just Want to Have Fun.” The early Beatles may have empowered young women by allowing them to express their emotions more openly, a precursor to the feminist movement. “According to feminist writer Barbara Ehrenreich and some other social theorists, young women in America took the cue of Beatlemania
in the U.K. and they m where they could ex raw and ecstatic fee something for which t outlet in the early ‘60 DePaul sociology Weinstein, who teac “Sociology of Rock M much of the early succe to Brian Epstein’s brilli and the group’s a personable interaction conferences. They we and articulate, and the British accent gave that they were everyd And, of cours “(Their hair) was by the adults, as a c foundations of societ In the early ‘6 expected to be tough and to have short h long androgynous countered the norm Weinstein said that also helped revive an of rock music. Unlik roll icons in the ‘50 wrote all of their o they didn’t adopt th frontman in the band Paul McCartney — o — it was The Beat individuals in a collec radical notion in rock
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Turn on, tune in, drop out On Sunday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m. CT — exactly 50 years later to the moment — CBS will air The Recording Academy’s pre-recorded telecast “The Night That Changed America: A Grammy Salute to The Beatles.” According to Billboard, the special will feature modern artists covering Beatles’ classics, including “Here Comes the Sun” by Brad Paisley and Pharrell Williams and an Imagine Dragons rendition of “Revolution.” The night will conclude with performances by Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr.
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Besides their infectious songs and albums, The Beatles’ greatest strength is perhaps their ability to adapt to the times. Today a new generation of fans is being cultivated not through listening to the radio and LPs, but through downloaded digital tracks. Their discography was notoriously absent from iTunes until late 2010, when Apple Inc. announced it had struck a deal with music recording company EMI and Apple Corps, the media conglomerate founded by The Beatles. According to Techradar, this agreement and its exclusivity clause is one of the reasons why The Beatles are not on Spotify and other streaming services. More than 2 million Beatles songs were downloaded within the first week of iTunes sales, according to Billboard, including 13,000 digital box sets priced at $149. The best-selling U.S. album download was “Abbey Road.” But not everyone is willing to pay $1.29 for “Here Comes the Sun.” Last year antipiracy organization MUSO released its list of the Internet’s most-pirated artists, with The Fab Four topping the list. According to Music World, MUSO estimates that more than 180,000 files of The Beatles’ tracks have been downloaded illegally. Assuming each track has been downloaded 1,000 times, this equates to approximately 190 million illegal downloads.
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Arts & Life
Dr. Dog: Road-worn but not weary
By Andrew Morrell Arts & Life Editor
I'll let you in on a little secret: The DePaulia is run out of a dungeon. It's not actually a secret, nor is our office in the basement of U-Hall really a dungeon, but I say it only to illustrate how bad cell phone reception can get. Because of this, my conversation with Scott McMicken, frontman of the roadwarrior rock group Dr. Dog, was cut short numerous times due to dropped calls. He stuck with me, though, and told at least part of the story of how the blues-tinged outfit began, as well as where they are going from here. The DePaulia: In eighth grade, you and Toby (Leaman) started a band, and you and him are still together as Dr. Dog today. What was that initial experience like for you, and what's it been like sticking with him for the rest of your career? Scott McMicken: We sounded really weird. I feel like when you're young musicians, you prioritize virtuosity, so your music is all about how many weird chords you know and stuff. We saw it as a more progressive thing, because when you're 12 and in a band you get that idea about yourselves. We did listen to everything from punk rock to jazz and classic rock, but we were just two dudes and a drum machine. It was really janky-sounding and kinda all over the place, since we were basically writing songs as vehicles to exercise some notion of musicianship. But then, songwriting started to take on a life of its own. In terms of sticking with (Toby), we haven't missed a beat. We have remained good friends who are mutually a part of one shared vision of music making. I wouldn't say there's even any memorable low points for us. DP: So even early on in your music career, you seemed to have a diverse range of influences. What
are some other musical influences you guys incorporate now that people might not expect? SM: Between the six of us, the tastes range from everything, country music to avant garde. Like most musicians, your palette kinda widens as you get older and you start to recognize quality in everything. So we like everything from folk music to Norwegian black metal. DP: Your latest album, "B-Room," was recorded in a studio that you guys designed and built yourselves. What made you want to build your own studio, and what was the experience like making it and then recording in it? SM: We've actually had our own studio since 2004 and even before that was in (keyboardist) Zach (Miller)'s basement. Sometimes we would also just take our budget and rent a place that wasn't someone's house. But for this album, we wanted to kind of upgrade, get more space and retool things in a couple ways. We wanted someplace bigger and in a location that was more remote. We found this awesome old mill building for rent in Philadelphia and renovated it into a studio. It's a 5,000 square foot building, it's really awesome. We were all really excited to have a new space, and the process of getting it ready, designing and building it, flowed seamlessly into the recording, right into the musical side of it. By the time we had it ready, we had spent a month and a half in this great bonding experience, and we felt really inspired by the time it was finished. I highly recommend that for any musician — recording can be a stressful process, and it's been awesome to kinda take matters into our own hands. DP: Dr. Dog began in the middle of the last decade, when the music industry was in a bit of a transitional period and album sales began to drop off. Did this affect your development in any way?
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Scott McMicken of Dr. Dog warms up at the Jefferson Theatre in Charlottesville, VA. SM: Viewing the situation as passive cultural observers, it's never exactly influenced us, or been a defining aspect of us as a band. In 2004 there were no expectations that we went into the thing with. You can view it as sort of a disadvantage or a kind of mixed bag, for sure, and it's interesting to see our culture in this new situation. But we were a functioning band before anything really changed. DP: Some would say this has put a greater emphasis on touring for bands, where in the past albums may have been more of the focus. Would you consider Dr. Dog's emphasis to be on recording or performing? SM: We're equal on both. As more time goes by those two
things become more linked — we've been a touring band for 10 years but a recording band for 20. it used to be separate, but over the years they've kinda merged into one universal understanding. We used to start out with wanting to get one certain sound without thinking about playing it live. Now we record in more of a "live" fashion, and it just so happens that those things feel a lot more similar. DP: What would you say was your favorite show you remember playing recently? SM: Certain spots have become very reliable as guaranteed great shows. San Francisco has always been where some of our best shows happen, it seems. Now in touring with The Lumineers,
we always play pretty big rooms, so that's required some practice to get used to. Recently, we had gone night after night playing huge rooms, and then we played The Troubador in L.A. with only 400 people, and we were hell-bent on bringing the walls down. That show was really special for us. It was so refreshing to play a smaller room after playing all these huge rooms with The Lumineers. They're a real commercial deal, so when you start playing for a Top 40 audience, you realize your s--'s a lot weirder than you thought (laughs). Dr. Dog will be playing the Riviera Theatre with Saint Rich Feb. 8.
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For Crispin Glover, 'Everything is Fine!' By Tom Fowkes Contributing Writer
In a night of inspired performance art and spirited discussion, actor and artist Crispin Glover kicked off DePaul Humanities Center’s new “In Conversation with Great Minds” series at the Lincoln Park Student Center Thursday, Jan. 30. Glover helmed a three-hour event that included his “Big Slide Show” presentation, clips from films he has directed and a lengthy conversation with Humanities Center Director H. Peter Steeves as well as the audience. Despite noticeably feeling “under the weather,” Glover gave a lively recitation of eight of his books, which are personally reconstructed versions of other works from the 1800s, and talked at length about his other projects and his craft in general. He followed the show by taking the time to sell and sign copies of his books and personally greet fans. “He’s really going sort of above and beyond the call of duty,” Steeves said. “It really shows how dedicated he is for doing that, so we’re really grateful.” Steeves expressed satisfaction at the diversity of the crowd that came out for the event, which had been months in the making. “We had a nice mix of students and other people too, so it was nice to see people coming from outside.” Much of the impetus for the new “In Conversation” series was Steeves’ desire to see the Humanities Center “break down those false boundaries between the university and the community so everybody can come in and have a voice.” Members of the DePaul community as well as the public seized this opportunity to engage in direct discussion with Glover. “I was the first person who got to stand up and got to ask him a question,” DePaul senior Catherine Rehberger said. “My legs were shaking because I’m talking to … it’s McFly! (laughs).” Among many other topics, Glover opined about one of his most famous roles as George McFly in “Back to the Future,” as well as his industry precedentsetting lawsuit against the film’s producers when they attempted to use his likeness without permission for the film’s sequel. Glover also established a theme that ran throughout the evening’s conversation
when he stated his ethical unease with the first film’s resolution. “He’s asking a fundamental question about ‘Back to the Future’ … do you have a movie where money equals happiness?” David Shuey, Research Programmer at UIC, said. At the same time, Shuey wondered, “Do you think even half of the people would be here if he didn’t show up in ‘Back to the Future’? The movie he thumbs his nose at the entire time?” While Glover stated that he has certainly “been aware of the element of utilizing the fact that I am known from work in the corporate media,” he nevertheless bemoaned the current state of cinema where “anything that can possibly make an audience uncomfortable is necessarily excised or the film will not be corporately funded or distributed.” With his first directorial outing from which he showed clips, “What Is It?,” Glover states that he sought to bring to life his “psychological reaction to the corporate restraints that have happened in the last 20 to 30 years in film making.” Michael Zarowny, a film student at Columbia College, sought advice from Glover on navigating the modern film landscape in a similar manner. “I asked a question that couldn’t really be answered,” he said, “but it was good hearing his thoughts on it, because it is really a difficult situation to be in where I feel like I’m understanding Photo courtesy of DAVID SHANKBONE - WIKIMEDIA a lot about our society and these kind of big questions, and that directly is affecting Crispin Glover at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City. me because if I want to be successful I have to be complicit with society and the way month after principal filming on the crazy things on screen. He has a vision, he’s it’s structured.” Zarowny, a longtime fan project wrapped in 2001. The film is an an artist and a lot of artists you can’t get on of Glover’s, expressed admiration for him often violent and surreal work that Glover the first pass.” Conversely, Catherine Rehberger found because he “manages to bridge the gap… calls an “autobiographical, psycho-sexual, because he did cooperate and he does fantastical retelling of (Stewart’s) point-of- Glover to be “overall, just a very admirable guy,” for his focus on “doing work that he cooperate with it to an extent…but then he view of life.” The provocative content of these films loves as opposed to just making money … takes what he’s made from that and makes drew a mixed a reaction from Thursday and that he’s giving great opportunities to something so radical.” Glover’s films have in fact proven evening’s audience as it has from outside other actors who have disabilities.” Steeves controversial. “What Is It?” features a fans and critics. David Shuey said that, similarly felt that “this is not just being cast of actors who predominantly suffer “the absurdity and strangeness almost crazy for crazy’s sake … when you really from Down’s Syndrome, although Glover took everything to an extreme.” Glover look at the movies carefully, and when is “very careful to make it quite clear that was also asked about his penchant for you talk to Crispin as well, you realize that (it) is not a film about” the condition. The working with actors with disabilities. there’s a lot of thought behind this.” If one common thread can ultimately film’s follow up, “It is Fine! EVERYTHING Shuey, who volunteers at the Arts of Life, IS FINE.,” which he states will “probably Inc., an organization that provides services be found in Glover’s vast and varied artistic be the best film I will have anything to do and artistic opportunities for adults with output, it could very well be his assertion with in my entire career,” was written by developmental disabilities, said that he that “I would like people to think for and stars Steven C. Stewart, who suffered “didn’t find his answers quite profound ... themselves.” from cerebral palsy and died only one (but) a lot of people throw a lot of really
Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman dies at 46 By Deepti Hajela Associated Press
Philip Seymour Hoffman, who won a best actor Oscar in 2006 for his portrayal of writer Truman Capote in "Capote" and created a gallery of other vivid characters, many of them slovenly and slightly dissipated comic figures, died Sunday. He was 46. He was found dead in his Manhattan home, police said. His cause of death wasn't officially determined. Hoffman, who was no matinee idol figure with his tubby, lumpy build and limp blond hair, made his career mostly as a character actor. He was nominated for Oscars four times in all. In one of his earliest films, he played a spoiled prep school student in "Scent of a Woman" in 1992. One of his breakthrough roles came as a gay member of a porno film crew in "Boogie Nights," one of several movies directed by Paul
Thomas Anderson that he would eventually appear in. He often played comic, slightly off-kilter roles in movies like "Along Came Polly," ''The Big Lebowski" and "Almost Famous. More recently, he was Plutarch Heavensbee in "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" and was reprising that role in the two-part sequel, "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay," which is in the works. And in "Moneyball," he played Art Howe, the grumpy manager of the Oakland Athletics who resisted new thinking about baseball talent. Just weeks ago, Showtime announced Hoffman would star in "Happyish," a new comedy series about a middle-aged man's pursuit of happiness. In "The Master," he was nominated for the 2013 Academy Award for best supporting actor for his role as the charismatic leader of a religious movement. The film, partly inspired by the
life of Scientology founder L. Ron Hubbard, reunited the actor with Anderson. He also received a 2009 supporting nomination for "Doubt," as a priest who comes under suspicion because of his relationship with a boy, and a best supporting actor nomination for "Charlie Wilson's War," as a CIA officer. Born in 1967 in Fairport, N.Y., Hoffman was interested in acting from an early age, mesmerized at 12 by a local production of Arthur Miller's "All My Sons." He studied theater as a teenager with the New York State Summer School of the Arts and the Circle in the Square Theatre. He then majored in drama at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. Read more about Hoffman's life and achievements at depauliaonline.com
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Philip Seymour Hoffman at the premiere of "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" in Los Angeles, Nov. 18, 2013.
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Study abroad diaries: Merida, Mexico
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The "Pyramid of the Magician" in Uxmal, Mexico, an ancient Mayan temple. The structure is thought to have been built around the 6th century A.D.
By Parker Asmann Contributing Writer
One of the hardest parts about studying abroad is leaving the comfort and security of all you’ve grown to know and appreciate back home, while also trying to recognize and value all of the things that make you feel comfortable. I write this particular article with a very heavy heart as my friends and family back in my hometown of Lake Zurich, Ill., have endured a very serious tragedy this past week with the passing of a student from the graduating class of 2010. Being far away from home puts everything into perspective and makes me realize that things are never as bad as they appear, and there is always a light at the end of the tunnel, no matter how far that end may seem. Aside from dealing with the weight of what’s been going on at home, my most recent week here in Merida was one for the books. This past weekend the group and I had the chance to travel to Uxmal, one of Merida’s highlights and also what is considered to be one of the most significant archaeological sites in Mayan culture. To try and put what we were able to witness into words would be nothing short of an injustice to the Mayan culture and all that is has to offer. All I can say for sure is that I highly recommend anybody with the opportunity to visit these ruins to do so immediately. The sheer ability and talent of the Mayans was on display as the entire group
ventured through Uxmal with the guidance of our reliable tour guide, Luis. In all honesty, Luis does a wonderful job at bridging the gap between the historical contexts of what we are seeing with the experiences that we are undergoing each week. Without him, the experiences we have had would be just that, with no understanding of the history behind them. After a long day at Uxmal, we had the opportunity to venture to the house of a true Mayan, Don Felix, who is a traditional medicine man and utilizes the capabilities of herbs to cure patients with different ailments. Don Felix introduced the entire group into a traditional way of living for the Mayans, as we gathered in his house made out of thatch and wood. What was most impressive was the fact that Don Felix had built the house with his own hands and the help of his father and grandfather, and it had withstood the force of two hurricanes in the area and countless severe storms. Being able to experience and walk through a living environment as unique as this one resulted in my own reflection of what I perceived to be necessary in my life. Getting by with what many may think to be very little, Don Felix reinforced that an individual only needs food and hard work to live a fulfilling and healthy life. Uxmal was one of the more impressive sights that I had seen while studying abroad thus far, but luckily for me, my weekend was just beginning. I had the opportunity to accompany my
fellow student and friend, Ana, to a family reunion in the town of Izamal, about an hour east of Merida. Upon arriving, I couldn’t help but be overwhelmed with anxiety due to the enormity of the event I was about to partake in. The Lopez family name was in full force, as over a hundred family members gathered around to celebrate each other and the continuation of the family name. Coming from a fairly small family, seeing a family of this size was a very admirable experience for myself. I initially expected to be ostracized as a result of my nationality, but I was quickly disproven as I was swarmed with hellos and kisses from people I had never met before that made me feel like I was part of the family. Family tradition in Mexico is a very unique thing, and something that I’ve slowly grown to adore. As the weekend wrapped up with feelings of exhaustion, the school week ahead had the makings of being a long one. Fortunately, the workload of our classes was canceled out with the satisfaction that comes with being able to venture out to the Emiliano Zapata Sur community and work with the children. It’s truly remarkable how much an abundance of hugs from smiling eight year olds can completely change the dynamic of a week that was expected to be a dreadful one. Life is far too short to be caught up in the little things like classes, homework and exams. Particularly after being exposed to such misfortune with the loss
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Don Felix, a traditional medicine man in the ancient Mayan city of Uxmal. He utilizes traditional herbal remedies to cure ailments. of a friend, the important things in life, relationships, human interaction and an appreciation for living life have especially come full circle this week. I can’t begin to explain how lucky I am to be able to experience these events while studying abroad. So, be sure to hug the ones you
love extra tight this evening, cherish the memories and the ones still to be made, because life is unpredictable and you never know when the end of this roller coaster will arrive. Love the life you live and live the life you love; without love, this life will never amount to anything.
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'Bully' pulpit — Director explores hidden epidemic By Meghan Salvon Contributing Writer
Bullying is something everyone is familiar with. Whether he or she has been the bully, the victim, a bystander or a combination of those, everyone has been involved in some capacity. Fortunately, awareness has slowly but surely been gaining traction, with more students, as well as parents and teachers, becoming involved and learning. A huge contributing factor to this surge is Lee Hirsch’s documentary “Bully,” which follows several students throughout a school year, and the turmoil they face. Lee Hirsch came to DePaul to speak on Tuesday, as part of a string of lecturers the DePaul Activities Board has put together to speak at school. Lee Hirsch began by talking about his own personal experiences with bullying while he was in school. It was one of those “pieces of life you haven’t reconciled,” he said in an interview. “I had something to say… I was scared, I didn’t know if I was ready. I spent a number of years picking it up, putting it away.” He finally told the story he wanted to later. Hirsch contacted many schools throughout the country, none willing to allow him and his colleagues into the
school, or even admit that they had bullying in the school. Finally, the superintendent of a Sioux City middle school (East Middle School) gave the go-ahead for them to film. Hirsch specifically followed a young boy, Alex. Sadly, Alex was having some serious problems at school: he was being bullied because his peers saw him as “different.” Other kids were facing similar problems, not just in East Middle School, but other schools throughout the country. A young student named Kelby had been tortured after she came out as homosexual. In a conservative town such as the one Kelby grew up in, people seen as “different” were ostracized and bullied mercilessly. Hirsch heard this story through Ellen Degeneres’ talk show, as Kelby’s mother wrote to Ellen. Hirsch showed some clips from “Bully,” and provided his own commentary on the material. Hirsch talked a lot about the reform he would like to see in schools. When asked about it, he said, “Schools should be evaluated by the culture of the school… rather than just academic.” He postulated the idea that students take surveys asking questions pertaining to how safe they feel, have they bullied, been bullied or witnessed bullying. This has
already been implemented, to a point, in some schools. Bullying surrounds many children’s lives, but the question remains why. Lee Hirsch has his own perspective on why children bully. “People think bullies are psychopaths… But that’s the way they win,” he said. “They’re modeling behavior and see it as a way to gain dominance and power. Power is big with bullying.” Power can be easy to keep control of, especially if teachers, parents and other students do not say or do anything. That just reinforces the bully’s power. Parent and teacher involvement, as Hirsch commented, “are two different pods.” Parents need to “share vulnerability… share their struggle… Many families have been kick started watching the film. Kids open up.” Bullying does not end with childhood. “[Adult bullying and child bullying manifest in] similar forms… In hospitals, doctors bully senior nurses, who bully junior nurses… through exclusion, reprisal, and making the work environment unbearable.” Teachers have a different role. They need to be taught to ensure what Lee Hirsch calls “social-emotional learning.” The focus would be on students learning about the effect of what they say on their peers.
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Lee Hirsch, director of the 2011 documentary "Bully," which features undercover footage of bullying in American schools. He also challenged teachers to collaborate, and establish a relationship with every student. Every student should have at least one person to talk to. Hirsch closed his talk by mentioning his Bully Project. This project, rapidly gaining traction, involves students, ranging from fourth grade to high school, attending screenings of “Bully.” Teachers receive training kits
to better equip themselves with how to handle bullying in the classroom, in the school and what to do if met with opposition by those in higher authority. Then, there was a Q&A with Lee Hirsch, and the evening drew to a close. Hirsch knows there is still much to do, but he is hopeful. “We are improving,” he said. “It’s a 365day a year commitment… we can put an end to business as usual.”
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Hannah Florence of latest 'Phantom' tour By Emma Rubenstein Staff Writer
Chicago is no stranger to legendary theater, and this winter, something special is in store. A beautiful and revitalized production of "The Phantom of the Opera" has come to the Cadillac Palace Theatre. The DePaulia had the opportunity to speak with cast member, Hannah Florence, to learn more about the show, how it has been made new and how it still adheres to its traditional and beloved roots. The DePaulia: What is it like to be a part of a production that is so widely known and loved? Does this come with a particular set of expectations and has your own knowledge affected your experience being a part of it? Hannah Florence: It’s pretty crazy being a part of such a huge, iconic show. It’s been an amazing experience for me because it’s a show that I grew up seeing and singing along to. It’s not really something that you expect to actually be a part of. I think for me and for a lot of the cast members it continues to hit us, you know? You have a performance where the audience just roars with applause and you think, “Wow, I am in this iconic show.” It never stops surprising me, to be honest. It’s great. It’s a little scary, but you can’t let that get to you. Obviously, as a performer you just have to try to do the best job you can and feel honored and lucky that the creators think you are a good representative for whatever role you’re playing to continue the story. DP: It seems like this production has been reimagined. Are there any specific ways in which it is different from the original show? HF: Yes, the choreography, direction, staging and set design are entirely new. They have never been seen before, anywhere,
except in our production. It’s still produced by Cameron Mackintosh, still the same beautiful music and same exact score. The costumes are the same. Some costumes are new as well, and that sort of went hand-inhand with the direction, but you’re getting the same essence of the show, the same romantic quality and all of the spectacle and magic of the show, just with a new take. The show is 25 years old, so it’s from the '80s, which is totally great, and I love the original version, but I think our director tried to look at the production more from a 2013, 2014, now standpoint and make the characters and the story a little bit more real and grounded to today’s audience. So it’s a little more accessible for a younger crowd but there is still a lot of spectacle and lots of fire and amazing voices; none of that has changed in our version. DP: Can you tell me a little bit about Meg, who you portray in the show? HF: I play Meg Giry and she is the daughter of Madame Giry, who is the ballet mistress of the Opera House. She is about 18 years old, and she is best friends with Christine who is the main female lead in the show. They both start the show off in the ballet. Meg is a little spunky in our version in that she sort of speaks out of turn and kind of gets the ball rolling for Christine’s journey in the first scene of the show. From then on you see Meg grow up a little alongside Christine. She and her mother are both of the characters who are a little more knowing in the Paris Opera House. We are a little more mysterious in our connections with the Phantom. Meg is sort of up to no good a little bit but she cares about Christine a lot and sort of propels Christine into the stardom that she acquires. DP: If you had to choose one favorite aspect of this production, what would it be? HF: I don’t think I could pick. If I
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From left, Cooper Grodin and Julia Udine from the tour of "Phantom of the Opera." had to say one thing I would say that my favorite moment in the show, as a spectator, is the opening of the show. I think it’s breathtaking. And then for me, as an actor and a human, my favorite part is just doing it every day. I love the group of people that they have assembled. I love my cast on stage and off. We’re good friends so I just have so much fun going to work every day and getting to play on stage. It’s great. DP: If you had the opportunity to tell
your audience one thing before they see this show, what would you say to them? HF: I would tell the audience to come to the show with an open mind and that way they will be able to more fully take in everything that is about to happen. It is a big show, and there is a lot to enjoy. "The Phantom of the Opera" will be at the Cadillac Palace Theatre through March 2.
DePaul students among the stars at Grammys By Erin Yarnall Contributing Writer
Some of the biggest names in music and popular culture all gathered together to be in attendance at the 56th annual Grammy Awards Jan. 27. While most DePaul students watched the numerous performances and awards from home, DePaul students Alexis Moberger and Melissa Halliwell were in attendance, among the likes of Beyonce, Paul McCartney and the host of the event, LL Cool J. Most attendees consist of nominees and associate and voting members of The Recording Academy, but there are also tickets offered up to those who work for the Grammy Foundation and Grammy U. According to Grammy365, Grammy U is a community of college students who are pursuing a career in the recording industry. An application is necessary to be accepted into the Grammy U community and to be a member of the Recording Academy. DePaul senior Melissa Halliwell, a business management student, joined Grammy U at a kickoff party her freshman year with the DePaul Music Business Organization. "It was only $50 for
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DePaul student Alexis Moberger, right, at the 56th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, CA. membership for all four years of school," Halliwell said. "And they set up many events such as Q&As with touring artists, sound checks, and various other events that involve music or the music industry, so I signed up." Since Halliwell is a Recording Academy Member through her affiliation with Grammy U she
was able to purchase tickets for the awards show, and was able to attend the after party as well. "The best part of the show was being a part of such a fantastic production," Halliwell said. "It was like a giant concert with all of music's biggest stars. It was just amazing performance after amazing performance!"
Among her favorite performances at the awards were Beyoncè and Jay-Z, Imagine Dragons, Kendrick Lamar, Dave Grohl with Queens of the Stone Age and Nine Inch Nails, and one of the most talked about performances of the evening by Seattle-based rapper Macklemore. During his performance
at the Grammys for his song "Same Love," Queen Latifah read marriage vows for 33 same-sex and straight couples, in a move that was praised by some for Macklemore's message of gay rights and criticized by others as a publicity stunt. "Attending 33 weddings at once was just so crazy," Halliwell said. "I started crying." Another student in attendance at the awards show was DePaul junior Alexis Moberger, a journalism and women & gender studies student. "I got tickets from a friend for a birthday present," Moberger said. "I went to the official after party too — which was amazing." Moberger feels as if the show was the best Grammys show yet. "The line up was amazing and the ending of the show was awesome," Mo. Agreeing with Halliwell's feelings on the Macklemore performance, "It was such a great idea to wed people during the show," Moberger added. "Although, my favorite performance was Katy Perry." The Grammys were filled with memorable moments and spectacular performances, and for all in attendance, were certainly a night to remember.
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Adler Planetarium's "Adler After Dark" event promises stellar views of the city, along with music, drinks and ... liquid nitrogen?
Date on a dime Fall head over heels with these sweet local deals, from dinner and drinks to an evening under the stars
Blue 13 in River North offers fixed-price three or five-course meals for Valentine's Day weekend.
Thinking beyond the chocolate box A lot of the difficulty of Valentine’s Day comes with what to present as a gift for your girlfriend or boyfriend. Most gravitate toward stuffed animals, perfumes or colognes, but some DePaul students are hoping to step outside the box of chocolates this year. “I was thinking something more along the lines of an event together, like a concert or a cooking class, something to make memories,” Emily Fife, DePaul student, said. However, being a college student on a budget can also hinder the search for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift. Cook a nice dinner and watch a movie instead of indulging
in an extravagant meal downtown, or give each other massages instead of spending money on a day at the spa. “It’s a holiday where men are expected to go above and beyond what is expected so that usually requires lots of moola,” Elliot Bachaumard, student, said. The image of Valentine’s Day is perceived differently by all types of people. Some receive cards and gifts from their parents or siblings, others from friends and loved ones. “I just love the idea of men becoming the good old fashioned ‘gentlemen,'” Fife said.
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By Lindsey Murphy Contributing Writer
As the Hallmark holiday approaches and convenience stores become flooded with flowers and chocolate kisses, people young and old debate what to get their significant other to show their love and appreciation. Couples celebrating around DePaul’s campus have many options of places to go and things to experience with either a significant other or a group of friends. For a more casual night out, many pizza places in the area are offering bargains for couples coming in to dine; for example, Lou Malnati’s, at 958 W. Wrightwood Ave., is offering their heart-shaped, nine-inch pizza for diners, as well as an option to ship the pizza if your loved one isn’t in town to join you. For a more romantic approach to the evening, couples may have to venture
downtown to places such as Blue 13 Chicago, a contemporary American cuisine restaurant offering couples their choice of a three-course or five-course meal for a set price, as well as a complimentary champagne toast throughout the first weekend in February. “What I like to do to keep things interesting for Valentine’s Day is to get something that the two of us can share together and then look back and say ‘remember that one time …’” Elliot Bachaumard, a student at DePaul University, said. For something on the adventurous side for couples more inclined to be outand-about rather than sitting at dinner, the Adler Planetarium, located at 1300 S. Lake Shore Dr., is hosting their monthly “Adler After Dark” special, including music, cocktails and incredible views of the city. Several days after Valentine’s Day, Feb. 20, couples can enjoy “Adler After Dark” with a
few twists as they pair up with Broadway in Chicago and experiment with Valentine’s Day staples such as roses and chocolates by subjecting them to liquid nitrogen. And for those that aren’t in the warmhearted spirit for the holiday weekend, there are a number of fun and creative events going on around campus and the city. “There are always fun bar crawls around the city the night of Valentine’s Day, too, for those who hate the holiday or don’t have a special someone,” Emily Fife, a student at DePaul University, said. Derby Bar and Grill, located at 1224 W. Webster Ave., is hosting a “Shred Your Ex” party including $5 PBR and shot combinations, as well as half priced appetizers and the chance to print out and shred a picture of your ex-girlfriend or boyfriend. “This is the first year Derby is doing the event. We wanted to have an event that
wasn’t so typically ‘romantic’ on Valentine’s day, something for the single people,” Susan Rapp, the sales and events manager at Derby, said. All of the proceeds from the event will benefit The American Heart Association. “We are definitely hoping DePaul students will attend, we love the DePaul community,” Rapp said. Durkin’s Tavern, located at 810 W. Diversey Pkwy., is also getting in the spirit of anti-Valentine’s Day by hosting the 15th annual “Screw Cupid Bar Crawl” Feb. 14, including trolley rides to and from bars in the Lincoln Park area including McGee’s, Duffy’s, Wrightwood Tap and more. Tickets are currently available online for an “Early Bird” special. “Living in Chicago on Valentine’s Day definitely spices up everything. You have more choices for fun, unique restaurants, and there’s always something going on,” Fife said.
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A night of poetry, PCs in Logan Square By Nicole Cash Contributing Writer
What happens when FreeGeek, a nonprofit organization in Logan Square that reuses and sells old computers among other community initiatives, and a community organization that features poetry readings and performances combine forces every Wednesday? An event is born that features poets speaking about people in the technology age. The event has become a great outlet for Chicago’s poetry scene. FreeGeek, located at 3411 W. Diversey Ave., sits in a basement next to a strip mall. It’s discreet, with a big, gray door for entry located on the side in the alley. Downstairs, white Christmas lights adorn a chain link fence that serves as walls surrounding numbers of old computers, hard drives and network routers. Uncovered light bulbs hang from the steel gray ceiling, and a small workspace with a coffee pot and reusable mugs sits in one section of the basement. Towards the back of the basement, about 30 people, all adults, sat in plastic yellow chairs facing a wire music stand placed alone against a backdrop of network routers. The crowd awaited the featured poets and special guests of Notes from the Mainframe, the event that is part of the Guild Literary Complex’s Applied Words program, which, according to their website, combines applied art and applied word to “explore creative writing’s intersection with an artistic discipline.” For Wednesday’s event, the intersection was technology with art and science. All poems read focused on technology, whether in a positive light or a negative one.
said. O’Neil, who calls himself an “internet artist,” joked about hyperlinks and told the crowd it’s boring to have a hyperlink that, for example, says “Bill Clinton” and actually leads to a page about Bill Clinton. What if it led to something about Osama Bin Laden instead, he asked. Plenner used the theme of technology to write seven case studies about Bruce Springsteen, Madonna, Vampire Weekend, Tupac, Notorious B.I.G., Radiohead and Daft Punk. However, for Plenner, writing is something that takes work. “Being able to write long form is very difficult, when I’m so connected to technology,” she said. Andrew Huff, co-founder of and editor at Gapers Block, also attended and performed several haiku poems also with the theme of technology in mind. Gapers Block is a website focused on Chicago and its news and events with the goal of slowing down and enjoying the city, according to NICOLE CASH | THE DEPAULIA the website. Stephanie Levi, graduate student at the A writer reads her work during a weekly event at FreeGeek, a used hardware reseller in University of Chicago, spoke to the crowd Logan Square, part of the Guild Literary Complex's Applied Words program. about her upcoming event that narrows According to John Rich, who curates communication and object designer at in on the science of sex and attraction. programs for the Guild, the goal is to find the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, The event will feature J. Michael Bailey, interesting and compelling intersections. “I provided the audience with poetry professor at Northwestern University, who wanted to move from language on the page that perfectly exemplified the theme of has extensively studied the biology of sex, technology. … it just made sense in the end,” he said. attraction and homosexuality. Halley shared a piece entitled “See The theme of technology worked The Guild Complex just celebrated well for Wednesday’s program, as the Friendship,” which selected several of her its 25th anniversary and has many more crowd clapped enthusiastically, laughed Facebook friends as she described them upcoming events focusing on poetry and wholeheartedly and nodded appreciatively and told personal and humorous stories of literary expression in Chicago. The event throughout. Catherine Halley, advisor of all them. The poems included topics of life in by FreeGeek and Guild Literary Complex digital programs at the Poetry Foundation Chicago and Brooklyn, sex and her teenage brought poets and poetry fans together, and editor for Poetry Foundation's years. discussing the extremely relevant topic of In terms of technology, “I can watch technology in a very successful night. website; Daniel X. O’Neil, author of three poetry books; and Stephanie Plenner, people’s attention spans disappear,” Halley
Adult Student Center hosts relaxation group By Meghan Salvon Contributing Writer
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Outlets can be helpful, especially for a busy college student, and DePaul does a good job taking care of its students. One of the best methods to wind down is a weekly meditation and relaxation session in the Loop Campus chapel in the Lewis Center, hosted by DePaul's Office of Adult, Veteran and Commuter Student Services. The chapel is a perfect place to have such an event; it’s quiet, and there is a feeling of serenity inside. Extraneous sounds are muffled or inaudible. The lights are soft and the chairs comfortable, making mindfulness achieved through meditation somewhat easier. The room was silent for a while with no one else inside. Three more people showed up, as did our facilitator, Erin. Despite a minor delay in starting the session, she took the reigns and began. She told us that she interns at the Health and Wellness Center and has been training to lead a meditation session for some time now. Erin hopes to host a meditation session at the Lincoln Park campus as well. We gathered in a circle, and she led us through the meditation. We practiced deep breathing, becoming aware of our bodies, noticing where they hurt or held tension. That lasted about fifteen minutes. We talked for a time afterward, and Erin explained her hopes for starting sessions in Lincoln Park and why she believes meditation is important, especially for stressed students. Taking study breaks has been a subject of discussion, and many generally agree upon its importance. Clearing the mind for a while allows
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rejuvenation, emptying negative thoughts or energy, leaving room for new ideas and energy. This should be made available to all students; hopefully Erin is successful in her endeavors. The meditation and relaxation session takes place every Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in the Lewis Center Chapel.
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Find DeJamz playlists on depauliaonline.com and spotify By Stefanie Safahi Staff Writer
After Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails, Dave Grohl, Lindsey Buckingham of Fleetwood Mac and Queens of the Stone Age were cut short during their incredible live performance at the 2014 Grammys Jan. 26, I felt inspired to create a playlist that pays tribute to an iconic era in music history. With the '90s came the glorious rebirth of rock music. Alternative rock and grunge were born, and
5. The Kids Aren’t Alright – The Offspring 6. Awful – Hole 7. Jane Says – Jane’s Addiction 8. Tonight, Tonight – The Smashing Pumpkins 9. How Do You? – Radiohead 10. Sugar Kane – Sonic Youth
bands like Nirvana, Mudhoney and Chicago’s own Smashing Pumpkins overpowered airwaves. Even today, the sounds of this decade in musical history still reverberate on the radio waves.
1. Loser – Beck 2.In Bloom – Nirvana 3. Do the Evolution – Pearl Jam 4. Where Is My Mind? – Pixies
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Sports
Women's hoops rolls to sixth consecutive win
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FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Jasmine Penny, Brittany Hrynko, Megan Rogowski and Chanise Jenkins have all averaged more than 10 points a game in DePaul's six-game winning streak. The Blue Demons have six players averaging at least 8 points per game this season. Penny leads the team with 16 points per game on a superb 60.7 percent shooting.
By Matt Paras Asst. Sports Editor
DePaul women's basketball team was voted No. 1 in the Big East conference in the preseason and the team is starting to play like it. Since losing to the conference's top teams in Creighton and St. John's, the Blue Demons have won six games in a row. The six-game winning streak is DePaul’s longest since the 2010-11 season. In the past week, the team came away with victories over rival Marquette at home and Providence on the road. Megan Rogowski scored 19 points and four other Blue Demons finished in double digits Wednesday to lead DePaul women’s basketball to a 91-85 victory over Marquette. At Providence, Jasmine Penny led the Blue Demons Saturday in a 74-63 win. Again, four other Blue Demons finished in double digits.
Against Marquette, DePaul (17-5, 8-2) was in control throughout the game despite Marquette (14-6, 5-4) shooting 50 percent and outrebounding DePaul, 52-29. DePaul forced 28 turnovers , however, and went 1126 from downtown. Rogowski led the team with five 3-pointers. Bruno said he was happy with the win, but was critical of the team's performance. “We executed many great possessions on that floor tonight and we still had a regression night as well,” Bruno said. “The reason we’ve won 12 out of the last 14 is we’ve been really strong defensively and really rebounding well as an undersized basketball team. “Tonight, we had some great possessions and then we also had some possessions where we didn’t rebound, defend or play with the offensive intelligence necessary to keep getting better,” he said. Some of DePaul’s better basketball happened when it came to sharing the ball. Sophomore Chanise Jenkins tied
a career-high in assists with ten in the Marquette game. The Blue Demons finished both games with at least 20 assists, the 13th time this season the team has reached that mark. "The key to getting everyone involved is just passing the ball around because eventually someone will get open," Jenkins said. "Just by all the guards getting open looks is the way we score." Against Providence (6-15, 1-9), the Blue Demons pulled out another competitive road win. Of this six game stretch, four of the victories have come away from Chicago. Brittany Hrynko, who was put on a watchlist for the Dawn Stanley Award, which recongizes the nation's best guard, scored 10 points and tied her career high in rebounds with nine. The Blue Demons outrebounded Providence 48-40 after being outrebounded 52-29. “We’ve been undersized all year, but we can’t let that get in our way,” Rogowski said, following the Marquette game.
“We knew (Marquette) was big and rebounding was huge.” Bruno said his team is getting used to playing undersized. Still, the long-time coach said his team has a lot of areas to improve upon. With rematches against St. John's and Creighton still to play, the Big East is very much up for grabs. Bruno wants his team to eliminate the slippage of unintelligent plays. The Blue Demons went through stretches in both games where they let in easy baskets and made careless turnovers. "This league (the Big East) is so much better than it's getting credit for," Bruno said. "I'm really thrilled about the fact that our team has come through the first half of the Big East season and we're in grabbing distance of still claiming the regular season Big East championship. "We've still got to get better every game," he said. "Coach Bruno's job is to not allow slippage and when there is slippage, I've got to address it. That's what we're doing."
DISCIPLINE, continued from back page good,” Young said. “I’ve been with him since my freshman year so he’s like my brother. Of course, I’ll reach out to him.” Charles McKinney has missed the last two games with an ankle injury and freshman Billy Garrett Jr. has been out during that time with an illness as well. Purnell mentioned that he’ll tweak some areas when it comes to the team’s approach. “There may be ways we shorten the game and shorten some of the things we might do,” Purnell said. “But you’ll still see some pressure. You’ll still see us playing big.” Purnell doesn’t know when each player will return from suspension or injury. He said Melvin has to show something to him, but didn’t specify what that “it” was. Purnell indicated that junior forward Jaimie Crockett should be back soon. He hasn’t played since Dec. 31 at Georgetown. He was suspended, but also contracted mononucleosis during his suspension. “In some ways, he’d probably have been back already if it weren’t for that,” Purnell said. “I’m hoping to invite him back here shortly and am hoping he can start participating as early as next week.” Until they return, the Blue Demons will keep on moving along. “You have adversity in life and it’s a great learning experience for our players,” Purnell said. “You always have to look for a silver lining. I believe through adversity, there’s opportunity. That’s what we’ve got to see and then reach out and grab it.”
BUS, continued from front page Demons,” an anonymous student exclaims with her bottle of Smirnoff Vodka raised up, and the chants begin. Pounding their fists against the bus, the students sang in unison, “I believe that we will win! I believe that we will win! D-E-MO-N-S, D-E-M-O-N-S!” While the students cheered and drank, Lisa Sanders, 55-year-old bus driver of 30 years, laughed at the kids as she has everything under control. Encouraging them to have fun, Sanders passed around a large, black trash bag and only asked that they throw their trash away at the end of the day. “Y’all damn college kids, get drunk,” said Sanders with a smile on her face. “That’s what y’all do before y’all get grown and I understand that.” Sanders went onto explain that she is there to serve the students, to allow them to have fun. “I want y’all to have fun and drink. As long as y’all don’t drink and drive,” Sanders said. “And that’s what I’m here for.”
Students and athletes alike are excited for the new basketball arena to move closer to campus in 2017. However, while there will still be buses transporting students back and forth, many will miss the booze cruise heading out to Allstate. “The bus is the greatest experience I’ve ever had at DePaul,” junior Max Blessen said. “Where else can you drink on a school bus?” Exhausted from the day of drinking, the bus ride home serves as nap time for most students. With empty bottles in their hands and high blood alcohol content, the chants fell silent and the students rested and recharged in hopes of continuing their Saturday night plans. Although the Friars defeated the Blue Demons 77-72 on Saturday, the school spirit was not broken, and students are eager for the next home game Feb. 22. “Who did we even just play?” senior Julia Schroeder said as she plopped down on the bus seat, leaning against her friend. “I have no idea,” her friend replied. “But let’s do it again next week."
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A student pops open a beer on the fan bus to the Allstate Arena Feb. 1. Drinking is often a common occurence on the fan buses.
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XXII Winter Olympic Games Preview
Life on Ice
23-year old Brian Hansen will be a contender at the Winter Olympics. The Illinois native will be looking for his first individual medal after earning a team silver in Vancouver in 2010.
Brian Hansen goes for gold By David Webber Sports Editor
This isn't Brian Hansen's first goaround. It's nothing new to him. But it is, beyond a shadow of a doubt, the most important two weeks of his entire life. The 23-year old Glenview native is representing the United States in the Olympics this February and will be looking to medal in each of the four speed skating events he's taking part in. Nerves inevitably abound for Hansen, but there's another side to the intensity of competition that is often forgotten: the athlete's family. "I would not have made it this far in the sport without my parents," Hansen said.
A family affair The Hansen family has been a member of the DePaul area for decades, arriving in 1965 and opening a real estate business in 1970. That agency, Hansen Realty, is still operating in the area and has transformed into a virtual fan site for their favorite athlete. The agency's doors and windows are decked out in Olympic posters and signs, and several decorations serve to congratualate Hansen on his accomplishment of representing the United States. "It's been like that since Christmas," Shirley Hansen, Brian's grandmother, said. "We recieved flags for gifts and we decieded to put it up in front of the building so that everyone is alert to it." The sign of support is only a small part of the role that Brian's family has played in his life up to this point. At a young age, his mother and father recognized his potential and decided to make every effort to ensure their son's success. "I always knew he was good," his father John Hansen said. "He was always the fastest kid in grade school. He was always fastest in mile and half-mile. He’s always been fast. He’s always been the faststest kid, on his soccer team, on his hockey team ... he’s always been a good skater." Training a potential Olympic hopeful takes more than simply seeing the talent, though. It was rather normal at first, but John and his wife Julie faced different challenges once Brian entered the world cup circuit. "Up until he was 16 it was no different from any other kid with a sport. It may have been like that all through high school," Mr. Hansen said. "Once he hit the circuit, it was different. We drove him an hour and fifteen minutes to training, back and forth. He dedicated a lot of time, so we made sure we dedicated a lot of time." "They drove me to practice too many times to count," Brian said. "It was a huge commitment on their end as well and I'm very grateful for it."
" I a lw ay s k n e w he was good. He's alw ay s bee n the fastest kid." -John Hansen The athlete's burden A typical day for Brian invloves three to six hours of training, followed by intense sessions of stretching and keeping in shape. It's a full day activity and there's no way to slice it otherwise. Brian is not a professional athlete; he does not bring in a salary based on his performance and that also comes with interesting issues. For instance, he puts in immense amounts of time to perfect his craft, but he still has to get an education like any other 23-year old. He has two years of college under his belt as a student at Marquette University, and is planning on going to school out west once his training schedule slows down a little bit. "Currently I'm not going to school," he said. "But when I was at Marquette, it was really difficult but fun at the same time. Just getting from the dorms to class then to practice, which was off-campus, and back was tough. I eventually got into a rhythm and it became fun after that." "We're proud of him being able to balance everything," John Hansen said. "It's really unbelievable." From parents to grandparents, it was a family effort to ensure that Brian could live as normal a life as possible while still going through the unimaginably tough training needed to perform at an Olympic level. "I had nothing to do with it, his parents did," his grandmother said humbly. "I just wanted to give him a day with grandma."
Friend to friend Brian's family members aren't the only ones eagerly anticipating his performance in Sochi. Fifth-year DePaul student Cecil Sabu is one of Brian's high school friends and has nothing but high praise for his pal. "He loves every second of it. You can tell it's something he's passionate about. He loves working with his teammates, he loves his trainer, he loves his family. He wants to wake up every morning and improve," Sabu said. Sabu recalled a night at the University of Illinois during the "Unofficial" party weekend when he and a few friends spent some time watching highlights of Brian's races. Despite the events surrounding
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them, they were in awe of his speed and grace on the ice. The two have known each other since about 2006 and while Sabu has never personally seen Brian in competition, he said that he has seen his friend in training and reports about his speed aren't overstated. "I’ve seen him train. He’s incredibly fast. I’ve seen him on the rink just speed around everwhere. It’s one thing to see him practice, he's even better on television." And despite Brian's success, Sabu has the same impression of his friend as most people seem to have. "He has a very humble personality," Sabu said. "It truly surprises you when you discover that he got silver (in Vancouver) and is a strong favorite for gold this year."
Anticipation What is the moment like? As a fan of the United States, it can be nerve-wracking from the perspective of wanting to see your country succeed. But what is the moment truly like, for a family so prominent in the life of an Olympic athlete? "I never believe it until it actually happens." Mr. Hansen said. "It's just a great feeling," Sabu said. "It's wonderful," Julie Hansen said. "It's unbelievable, thrilling, awesome. All I can do is brag." In that moment before the gun goes
Brian's Event Schedule Feb. 10 500 meters Feb. 12 1000 meters Feb. 15 1500 meters Feb. 21-22 Team Pursuit off, Brian's family and friends will be on the edge of their seats. But it's all about what's going on in the mind of Brian himself. Few 23-year olds will ever have the chance to live out their dreams in front the entire world. When he gets to the starting line, amongst friends and foes, he'll be thinking about representing his country, representing his home, and representing his family. "It's an honor for me to represent our country on such a big stage," Brian said. "Although we wear USA on our suits, I feel like I am representing much more than that. I represent Glenview and Chicago as well as Illinois." All of his hard work has led to this. Four events. Four chances to become Olympic royalty. "I try not too have many thoughts going though my head. I just try to keep in mind a few technical thoughts and stay calm." If he can keep his head clear, nothing can stop him from achieving his dream of Olympic gold.
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Event-by-event Preview Alpine skiing
Snowboarding
If you only know one snowboarder, it's probably Shaun White—and for good reason: the Flying Tomato kills it in competition. He will be looking to add to his medal haul as the U.S. tries to build on the 22 total medals it has earned, 13 more than second-place Switzerland. White, teammate Seth Wescott, and Switzerland's Philipp Schoch are the only two-time gold medalists. The sport has been in the Olympics since 1998.
Bobsleigh
The biggest story is clearly the inclusion of the Jamaican team, which will be making its first appearance since 2002. Their inclusion in 1988 inspired the film "Cool Runnings." They'll go up against Germany, Switzerland, and the U.S., who combined have 71 of 124 total medals. The Jamaican team implored the public for funding for the trip and the response was phenomenal: the goal was $80,000 and more than $120,000 poured in.
Freestyle skiing
High-flying. Exciting. Freestyle skiing is one of the most entertaining sports at the Olympics and has been a part of the games as a medal event since 1992. There are 12 total events for men and women, events that have gone mostly the way of the U.S. over the years. Still, it's a very competitive event that has seen 11 countries medal at least twice.
Hockey
Hockey was all the rage in Vancouver, and it figures to be similar in Sochi. The Canadians again enter as the favorite but the U.S. proved in 2010 that hard work and grit can hold up against skill any day. And who can forget the Miracle on Ice at Lake Placid in 1980? Hockey at the Olympics has a storied history and it should continue to thrill the world in 2014 and beyond.
Figure Skating
If there's an Olympic sport everyone knows, it's figure skating. There are five events within the sport. People often confuse figure skating with ice dancing, but there are key differences: ice dancing focuses more on musicality and gracefulness while pairs figure skating focuses more on connecting footwork, lifts and jumps.
They might as well give the gold medals to the Austrians now, because Austria absolutely owns alpine skiing. There are 10 events, including the downhill, slalom, and Super G, but it figures most athletes will be playing for second. Austria has 49 more medals in alpine skiing than the nextclosest country, Switzerland.
Speed skating (short track) Perennial Olympic power Apolo Anton Ohno will suit up again for the United States, looking to add to his already stellar career. Ohno is one of the best short track athletes of all time and is the most decorated U.S. winter Olympian with eight total medals. As usual, the United States will face a stiff challenge from the powerful South Koreans.
Skeleton Skeleton is a speed-sled sport where the athlete lies face down on the sled. It has been part of the Olympics since 2002. The current reigning men's Olympic champion is Canada's Jon Montgomery but the U.S. has cleaned up on both the women's side and the men's side. Since skeleton's inclusion in the games, the U.S. has the most medals of any country.
Biathlon Perhaps the most intriguing winter sport, the biathlon involves a combination of cross country skiing and rifle shooting. The U.S. has never medaled, but one of the games' best stories comes from the American side: Tracy Barnes, who qualified for the Sochi games, gave up her spot to her twin sister Lanny who missed the cut due to injuries and illness.
Cross country skiing The U.S. has won one cross country medal, a silver by Bill Koch in 1976. Their prospects don't look great this year, because Norway is still a country and Norway is arguably one of the best cross country skiing countries in the world. Norway medaled nine times in the 2010 Vancouver games alone.
Curling As far as unique sports go, you can't get much quirkier than curling. Two teams of four players guide heavy "stones" across the ice using brooms to hit their opponent's stones out of a target at the end of the ice, like an onice version of shuffleboard. Canada leads all countries with eight medals while the U.S. has secured one.
Luge Another speed-sled sport, luge involves sliding feet-first down a track on a sled. It's strange to imagine that one country could absolutely dominate in such a sport, but Germany has got that covered. The Germans basically never lose at luge: they have won 70 medals across all events for men and women, an incredible 52 more than second-place Austria.
Nordic combined Another interesting contest, the Nordic combined involves cross country skiing followed by ski jumping. It has been an Olympic event since 1924. Not surprisingly, Norway has had the most success in the Nordic combined, with 26 medals. The U.S. has medaled four times.
Ski jumping Norway loves their skis. The ski jumping event is another led by the Norwegians, who lead the all-time tally with 29 medals. Finland has more gold medals, while the U.S. has one. The 2014 Olympics will be the first to feature a women's bracket in the event. It will include the individual normal hill event.
Speed skating One of the most exciting events—and undeniably one of the most competitive—is speed skating. Four countries have medaled at least 67 times, with the Netherlands leading with 82. The U.S., though, has the most gold medals of any country, netting 29 shiny ones to the Dutch's 27.
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DePaul drops 4th straight to Providence By Matt Paras Asst. Sports Editor
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Head coach Oliver Purnell (left) has been forced to suspend more players than usual in 2013-2014. Star senior Cleveland Melvin (right) has been one of those players. It's been a difficult juggling act for Purnell, who must put out a team on the floor every night.
Laying down the law
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In the midst of a four-game losing streak, head coach Oliver Purnell and his team aren’t frustrated. That being said, Purnell hasn’t been afraid to shake things up a bit. “I’ve got the advantage of having a lot of experience and being through tough times before,” Purnell said after practice Thursday. “That’s what doesn’t break you makes you stronger. All of those things sound cliché but they’re true.” This season, the Blue Demons’ coach has handed down suspensions and benchings to multiple players. Leading scorer Cleveland Melvin and reserve Jaime Crockett are currently on indefinite suspensions
while Charles McKinney was suspended earlier in the season for one game. Brandon Young and Tommy Hamilton have both seen themselves benched for one half on separate occasions. Is this a matter of discipline and maturity for the team? “When you’re dealing with young people, you always need to have discipline and you always need to mature,” Purnell said. “That’s something our team needs to work at, but I think most teams it’s the same. Sometimes circumstances collide when you’re growing and maturing that happens.” Purnell couldn’t comment on the reasons why Crockett and Melvin were suspended. He said, however, that anytime he suspends a player, it’s regarded as serious.
Melvin’s suspension, in particular, is surprising. The senior forward is DePaul’s leading scorer and one of the players coach Purnell looks to most for leadership. With him and Young being benched earlier in the season, it’s not hard to wonder if DePaul is lacking senior leadership. “We’re not getting the senior leadership that we need,” Purnell said. “That’s on Brandon. That’s on Ed (McGhee). That’s on Sandi (Marcius) to bring that.” Purnell continued to say that he knows Young is capable of bringing that leadership. He pointed to his performance at Seton Hall where Young had 23 points and five rebounds. In his next game against Providence, Young also had another solid performance with 12 points and
nine assists. Young, who missed the second half against Xavier due to Purnell benching him, echoed that the team wasn’t frustrated. The senior guard said that he doesn’t feel Purnell has the team on a shorter leash. “That’s coach Purnell,” Young said. “Whatever he says goes. He’s the head coach and everybody listens to what he says. I’m behind him 100 percent.” As for Melvin, Young said he has reached out to his friend in support of what he’s going through. Young and Melvin came to DePaul in the same recruiting class in 2011 and are both from Maryland. “I’ll always make sure he’s
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Once again shorthanded, DePaul men’s basketball head coach Oliver Purnell needed his players to fill the void created by their missing teammates against Providence. The Blue Demons were without three starters Saturday with Cleveland Melvin (indefinite suspension), Billy Garrett Jr. (illness) and Charles McKinney (ankle) out for a second straight game. “Agent Zero” answered the call. Freshman RJ Currington scored 22 points in his best game as a Blue Demon. It wasn’t enough. Despite a tremendous effort from Currington and his teammates, Bryce Cotton scored 28 points to lead Providence over DePaul (10-12, 2-7) as the Blue Demons dropped their fourth straight in a 77-72 loss. “We didn’t do a good enough job on Cotton, who’s obviously a tremendous basketball player,” Purnell said. “Our guys played hard, they played better. It’s playing better, and we need to play better in order to win.” The game looked like it was going to get out of hand early. Providence (16-6, 6-3) led by as many as 16, beating DePaul 2610 with seven minutes left in the first half. Currington, however, and Forrest Robinson had something to say about that. Both seldomused players sparked a 21-10 run to close half and left DePaul trailing only 42-37. Currington scored 14 of his 22 points in that stretch and Forrest Robinson hit a pair of 3-pointers. “In practice, everyone is on me to get better and keep my head up,” Currington said. “Brandon (Young) and Nugget (Durrell McDonald) found me and were doing a good job of finding me the ball.” In the second half, Providence again got out to an early lead. The Friars were up by 11, but DePaul fought back. Senior Edwind McGhee, who made the team his freshman year as a walk-on, hit back-to-back 3-pointers to tie the game at 62. With six minutes left, DePaul couldn’t get a key defensive stop. Providence clinched the game by making free throws. “We played better and I told the guys after the game the reality of it is we’ve got to play better to beat Georgetown,” Purnell said. “We played better but we didn’t play well enough to get the job done.”
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