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Vol. # 97, Issue # 26
| May 28, 2013
Faculty speaks up
Some faculty unsatisfied with new arena plans
By NATHAN WEISMAN Staff Writer As DePaul president Dennis H. Holschneider prepared to announce DePaul’s plan to spend $70 million on a new stadium for DePaul’s basketball program last week, political science professor Larry Bennett was busy drafting a letter arguing against it. In the letter, which was co-signed by over 20 other faculty members, Bennett argues that the plan for the stadium didn’t fit with other polices that the administration has enacted recently including cuts, tuition hikes, and a sixmonth freeze on teacher salary raises. Bennett began by emailing a drafted letter for Holtschneider to faculty members who he knew to be involved with university governance with. As it turned out, dozens of other DePaul faculty members shared his sentiment. “By last Saturday morning when I sent the letter to Holtschneider, about two dozen individuals had indicated to me that they wanted to co-sign,” said Bennett. The letter urges Holtschneider to reconsider the commitment and authorize DePaul’s withdrawal from the project. “Many faculty colleagues I’ve spoken to in my department would like to see the brakes put on this project until we know more concrete details about what DePaul might be on the financial hook for,” said Craig Sirles, a DePaul English professor who co-signed the letter. “I think that the university should be held accountable for what it expects to make (from the stadium),” said Jim Block, a DePaul political science professor “There should be a realistic opening of books and projections so that the university community can assess the drain on resources.” Bennett conceded that it has been difficult for DePaul athletics to find a location for a stadium closer to campus; however, he believes that the university’s money could be spent in more worthy channels. “(A) commitment of $70 See FACULTY, page 6
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Tickets to spare, FEST still delivers
High-energy performances despite lower turnout, ticket sales
By DYLAN MCHUGH News Editor Two years ago, DePaul’s FEST concert sold out in a record 48 hours for headliners Chromeo and Wiz Khalifa. This year, FEST tickets were sold well after ticket sales were opened, and tickets were available on the day of the concert: raising questions about students’ enthusiasm to an annual DePaul institution, and potential frustration toward headliners Diplo, Minus the Bear and Yelawolf. Senior Joe Kosin, FEST’s coordinator for DePaul Activities Board (DAB), started planning for this year’s concert last July. DAB chose Diplo as the main act based on results from the FEST student survey, which had a record amount (2,500) of responses. “Diplo was by far the largest vote getter in the After Hours category, and when you compared his number of votes to those in the headliner category, he got as many as the top three,” said Kosin. “We made offers, and we were getting down to
the fifth and sixth options on the survey for headliners, and started comparing the votes that they got to what Diplo got.” The top three vote getters from the survey were Of Monsters and Men, ASAP Rocky, and Big Sean, all of which were touring internationally or had prior commitments. “Past years, we’ve stuck with hip hop, and this year we went with EDM, Minus the Bear, an indie rock band, and Yelawolf, who’s more hip hop,” said senior Megan Daley, DAB’s vice president of internal. “We tried to please as many people as we possibly could.” FEST is funded primarily through the $25 student activity fee, which every full-time undergraduate pays quarterly, and goes toward registered student organizations. “There’s always going to be that ten or so percent (of students) that absolutely love (the headliners), and on the other side you have that other ten percent that says ‘How dare you book these artists with my money?’ and were very dissatisfied,” said Kosin. “The other 80 percent maybe know the artists and are excited, or others who are like ‘Who cares? It’s a
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TOP: The crowd at FEST 2013 for headliner, Diplo, May 25. ABOVE: The view from the stage as Diplo gets the crowd going Friday night. party.’” Though Kosin acknowledged that this year’s FEST didn’t have “quite as good of a turnout” as years’ past, it still had more than 3,000 students at the event. By comparison, FEST 2011 sold out and had more than 4,000 attendees, and FEST 2012 came “pretty close” to selling out, according to Kosin. Kosin said that there were a
couple things that came into play regarding the lower attendance: the decision to only allow DePaul students to attend, and a number of weekend festivals occurring at the same time. One of the festivals, the Electronic Daisy Carnival, appealed to fans of electronic dance music (EDM), which may have drawn See FEST, page 8
FEST 2013 Review THE YOUNG LORDS Focus, pages 14-15
Despite slower ticket sales, Diplo got the crowd going at this year’s FEST. Arts & Life page 16
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'What a Drag' caps LGBT awareness month By MEGAN DEPPEN Staff Writer For drag performer Krispy Kummings (whose real first name is Brian), her first drag show was “a trainwreck.” “They threw me onstage with a wig and eyeliner and called it a night,” said Kummings. Four years after her bumpy start, Kummings beamed with confidence onstage at DePaul’s “What a Drag” drag show as a part of LGBT awareness month. Hundreds of students crowded the atrium of the Student Center Wednesday, May 22, for the fourth annual drag show, which some call the highlight of spring quarter. “I got really excited to come,” said Erin Mackey, a DePaul freshman. Mackey, a frequent supporter of LGBT events in the city, had heard the DePaul drag show was one of the best events of the year to attend. Mackey was one of many students to fill the seats nearly a half-hour before the show started. Travis Whisler, resident director of Clifton-Fullerton, said the drag show has attracted a larger audience each year. “It’s a staple of spring quarter,” said Whisler. Four years ago, Bill Mattera, who was the residential director of Corcoran Hall until November 2012, sponsored the first “What a Drag” show through the Residential Education Department. After bringing drag shows to Florida State University, the University of Connecticut and the University of Iowa, Mattera decided to start a show at DePaul, the largest Catholic university in the country. According to Mattera, the first drag show in the Student Center received overwhelming support, with about 300-400 students in attendance. The show’s success made performers want to return and others to participate the next year. Most importantly, the show built a safe space for students to learn about drag and the LGBT community, said Mattera. Matthew von Nida, vice president of the LGBTQA service work and activist group Act Out, calls drag shows a “performance art.” Often, according to von Nida, there are misconceptions about drag performances. “People think of offensive terms like transvestite,” said von Nida. Members of Act Out passed out small flyers throughout the audience explaining the difference between terms like trans, transvestite and transgender. According to the handout, transgender is “a term for people whose gender identity, expression
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"What a Drag" performers pose for a photo after a performance in the Student Center May 22. The show is in its fourth year.
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Brianna Powers dances and sings to Adele's "Rumor Has It." or behavior is different from those typically associated with their assigned sex at birth. Transvestite, on the other hand, describes a person who dresses as the opposite sex. The handout highlights however that the term “transvestite” is not politically correct and is considered “highly offensive.” “This is the perfect time to get information out to students,” said von Nida.
the first-ever drag show was run by students in the cafeteria of the Stewart building before the Student Center at 2250 N. Sheffield was built. During that time, the LGBT awareness events lasted only for a week. The show was wellreceived, but some students were shocked, said Moreci. “Some people got uncomfortable and left,” said Moreci. “It was a different time.” Thirteen years later, hundreds clapped (DePaul) is a really safe place for in time to Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” and LGBT." waved dollar bills at performers near the RACHEL OYELOLA, Act Out president edge of the stage. Rachel Oyelola, president of Act Out, “I love a good drag show,” said watching the audience’s said Matt Bevenour, DePaul reaction to the show is “really sophomore marketing major, fun.” Students are scared, but he predicts anyone who has shocked and excited. never seen a drag show will “be “(DePaul) is a really safe shocked.” place for LGBT,” said Oyelola. “People will hate it or love Performer Juan Carlos it,” said Bevenour. Delgado, also known as Kayla Rick Moreci, director of Polanco, agrees. housing, has worked with DePaul “DePaul students and staff for the past 13 years and said are awesome, welcoming and
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Cookie Dough struts during a song in "What a Drag." inclusive,” said Delgado. Delgado began performing at 18 after dressing in drag at a Halloween party. He continues to gig at clubs and feels it was “a natural progression” for his dancing career to evolve onstage. “What started as a joke has become its own entity,” said Sheryu, another performer. Sheryu had danced with male
groups before, but in the fall of 2002, Sheryu’s friend challenged her to a “drag war.” Although she hesitated at first, Sheryu accepted the challenge. Sheryu enjoys mounting her own productions and “(interpreting) songs in (her) own aesthetic.” After the performance, Sheryu said DePaul was a “fantastic” crowd to showcase her craft to.
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Waiting to inhale
As marijuana bill awaits Quinn's signature, DePaul's pot policy faces uncertain future By HALEY BEMILLER Staff Writer A bill legalizing the use of medical marijuana in Illinois is one step closer to becoming a reality, and as things continue to develop, the implications of its implementation are beginning to surface. Institutions statewide, including DePaul, will feel the effects of the bill if passed. After receiving approval from both the House and Senate, the bill has now moved to Gov. Pat Quinn’s desk and awaits his signature. According to The Huffington Post, this legislation would permit citizens with diseases like HIV and cancer to receive up to 2.5 ounces of medical marijuana with the permission of a physician and an assigned ID card. Dr. Suzanne Carlberg-Racich, a visiting professor with the Master of Public Health program, explained that this new law does not allow doctors to simply write prescriptions that can be filled at the pharmacy. Instead, they would be expected to provide written clarification saying the patient has a qualifying medical condition that would benefit from cannabis use. From there, the patient would submit the doctor’s note to the Illinois Department of Public Health to receive an ID card. They would then be able to acquire medical cannabis from the state-run dispensary. If DePaul Health Services decided to take advantage of this legislation, they
would be expected to work through this process. However, Carlberg-Racich pointed out that physicians are the only medical personnel allowed to distribute these written clarifications. Therefore, students and faculty using health services would not be able to get permission from DePaul’s nurse practitioners and other mid-level providers. However, it is possible for DePaul to bypass the prospective law. According to Dr. Paula Kagan, a professor in DePaul’s nursing school, the university is in control of the changes it makes to campus policy since it is a private institution. “Prescriptions for medicinal cannabis would have to comply with state laws, standards of practice, and criteria for clinical prescription and use,” said Kagan. “When the law changes…there will be special dispensaries unaffiliated with universities where patients have their prescriptions filled. The university would have to develop policies regarding the on-campus use of cannabis for health purposes for those with a prescription. “There will have to be some dialogue and policy development around the issue of marijuana used by students or faculty and staff who have a prescription and need to use it during their time on campus in order to alleviate their symptoms and provide relief.” However, both Kagan and CarlbergRacich believe the law, if passed, would benefit students, faculty and citizens
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In this May 8 file photo, Illinois Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon attends a Senate Executive Committee hearing on medical marijuana at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield, Ill. Simon recently said she is in favor of a bill allowing the medical use of marijuana, explaining that testimony from seriously ill veterans and other patients helped change her mind. outside DePaul’s borders. Kagan detailed several medical benefits of cannabis, which helps alleviate symptoms from nausea to pain relief. She also made it clear that THC, the ingredient typically associated with the high caused by marijuana, is not something that should be strengthened for medicinal use. Carlberg-Racich added diseases like Parkinson’s and hepatitis to the list of
ailments medical cannabis can combat. She also believes this legislation would not be a gateway for further marijuana abuse and would even help alleviate the social stigma of the drug. “The medical benefits have been demonstrated and proven, and it's time for the law to catch up to the scientific evidence,” said Carlberg-Racich.
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Black graduation ceremony honors past, present, and future By NICOLE COLEMAN Contributing Writer Commencement ceremonies are marketed as a time of celebration where graduates can reflect upon their collegiate experiences while transitioning into the land of possibilities. Program line-ups often include formal lectures from faculty, alums, or guest speakers and ensemble music. To that end, DePaul faculty and staff entered room 120 at the Lincoln Park Student Center dancing to the beat of a live drummer in traditional African garb. The DePaul University Black Leadership Coalition (DPUBLC) held its 16th Annual Graduation Celebration for Students of African Descent on May 10. Between the smooth jazz sounds of DePaul alumna Tecora Rogers, poetry readings, and student reflection videos, graduates and their guests enjoyed buffet-style dining. Kanisha Yates, an African Black Diaspora Studies BA degree candidate has been excited about the event since the beginning of her junior year. “I couldn’t wait to get here,” said Yates. “I am very excited to be amongst my fellow brothers and sisters. I am ecstatic, happy, and honored. And I hope our
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DePaul students graduating in June pose for a photo after the 16th Annual Graduation Celebration for Students of African Descent May 10. ancestors are honored with us. Black Graduation is an appreciation of the elders within academia. It is a way for them to see their hard work come into fruition when their students cross this particular stage to graduate.” Paying homage to those who laid the foundation for their success, graduates link the present to the past in hope for a prosperous future. School of New Learning associate professor Derise Tolliver Atta, who serves on the Black Graduation Committee, outlined the importance of revisiting the past and recognizing the present as it relates to the future. “Our experiences predate slavery,” said Atta. “The School
of New Learning has adopted Sankofa, an African value that says, ‘It is not taboo to go back and fetch it.’ While the enslavement of our people happened, that is not the beginning of our existence, nor is it the beginning of our story. Acknowledging the work of our ancestors through African Libation Ceremonies help us remember our connection to a very strong past. No matter what struggles students may have had, they got to this point because of the ones that came before them.” Atta dismisses the notion that a separate graduation is racist. Defining racism as the fusion of power and prejudice, she does not connect the graduation ceremony to an exercise of power over
anyone. “We are not negatively impacting anyone’s life opportunity,” said Atta. “When people say this is racist, they are operating under a Eurocentric perspective that says that ‘If I’m for this, then I must be against something else.’ I operate out of an African perspective that says that ‘If I’m for this, then I’m for this.’ The June commencement ceremony is not to be diminished or disregarded, but as faculty and staff of African descent, we wanted students of African descent to know that we support them. The intent is for us to empower our students to do positive things so that they can continue to thrive and prosper,
not just survive.” For Justin Cooper, a communications major, black graduation is an opportunity to celebrate being AfricanAmerican, wheelchair bound, and above all else: successful. “I’m proud that I took part in the ceremony because being here for five years has been a life-changing experience,” said Cooper. “What I like most about DePaul is that it is really diverse. It’s not just where AfricanAmerican students can go, but also people with disabilities. The African Black Diaspora Department and the Office of Students with Disabilities have been very helpful. I am blessed and thankful to have received the help. DePaul has groomed me as a person. They have done a lot for me and I really appreciate it.” Following graduation, Cooper intends to continue work on an independent film project he began last year called “The Wheelchair Chronicles.” Putting the Graduation Celebration into a cultural context, Dr. Tolliver Atta explained the significance of recognizing student achievements. “We come from a cultural community where the accomplishment of one is the accomplishment of all,” she said. “What better way to acknowledge that than in the company of the all?
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Chicago Board of Education votes to close 50 schools
By ASSOCIATED PRESS The Chicago Board of Education voted Wednesday to close 50 schools and programs, an ambitious plan that has sparked protests and lawsuits and could help define — for better or worse — Mayor Rahm Emanuel's term in office. City officials say the closings are necessary because of falling school enrollment and as part of their efforts to improve the city's struggling education system. Critics have blasted Emanuel, the former White House chief of staff, and schools chief Barbara Byrd-Bennett, saying the closings disproportionately affect minority neighborhoods and will endanger children who may have to cross gang boundaries to get to a new school. They protested during a sometimes raucous board meeting Wednesday and sent busloads of parents, teachers and students to Springfield to lobby lawmakers to approve a moratorium on the closings. Chicago Teachers Union president Karen Lewis called it "a day of mourning" for the children of Chicago, but Byrd-Bennett defended the decision. "The only consideration for us today is to do exactly what is right for the children," Byrd-Bennett said before the vote. Many experts say it is the largest number of closings at any one time by any school district in recent memory, and it comes with political risk. The teacher's union already has pledged to start a voter registration drive in an attempt to register 200,000 new voters before the 2015 municipal elections — when Emanuel will be up for re-election — and to raise funds to support candidates for mayor, city
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Chicago Board of Education President David Vitale, center, listens to opponents of proposed school closures at a board meeting May 22 in Chicago. council and statewide office. "We know that we may not win every seat we intend to target but with research, polling, money and people power we can win some of them," Lewis said. But the mayor said Tuesday he believes closing the schools is the right thing to do, and that possible blowback from voters wasn't a factor in his decisions. "I will absorb the political consequence so our children have a better future," Emanuel said. "If I was to shrink from something the city has discussed for over a decade about what it needed to do ... because it was politically too tough, but then watch another generation of children drop out or fail in their reading and math, I don't want to hold this job." Chicago is among several major U.S. cities, including Philadelphia, Washington and Detroit to use mass school closures to reduce costs and offset declining enrollment. Detroit has closed more than 130 schools since 2005, including more
than 40 in 2010 alone. The school closings are the second major issue pitting Emanuel against the Chicago Teachers Union. The group's 26,000 members went on strike early in the school year, partly over the school district's demand for longer school days, idling students for a week. Emanuel and Byrd-Bennett say the district's financial and educational struggles call for drastic action. They say Chicago Public Schools is facing a deficit of about $1 billion and that too many buildings are half-empty because of a population drop in some city neighborhoods. CPS says it has 403,000 students in a system that has seats for more than 500,000. Emanuel and Byrd-Bennett have said students will be moved to schools that are performing better academically and that CPS will work with Chicago police and community groups to ensure students can get to and from their new schools safely. They also have promised all of the schools that receive students from closed buildings will have air conditioning and a library, and that students in third through eighth grades will be given iPads. Byrd-Bennett proposed in March that 54 schools and programs be closed. She revised her recommendation on
Wednesday, asking the board to spare four schools. Three were left open because they have unique initiatives, such as a program for hearing impaired students and child/parent center. The other was saved because it is the only magnet school in one area of the city. The board — whose members are appointed by Emanuel — agreed with her recommendations, ultimately voting to close one high school program and 49 elementary schools, which serve students up to eighth grade. One closing will be delayed by one year; the remaining schools are scheduled to close at the end of the current academic year. Whether the closings impact Emanuel politically could depend greatly on how things play out over those next few months. If all goes smoothly, he could be the mayor who finally found a way to turnaround the nation's third-largest school district. If they don't, said political analyst Don Rose, "it's going to be trouble." Alison Burke, whose 3-year-old son is in the pre-kindergarten program at Trumbull Elementary, which will be closed, predicted the vote will trigger an exodus from the city by parents. "No question about it," she said. "I've talked to hundreds of parents who all say if their kids can't get into neighborhood schools they can't stay." Nina Stoner's four kids attend West Pullman Elementary on the city's South Side, which the board also voted to close. She said she plans to "boycott" CPS rather than let her children go to their new school, which is located in rival gang territory. "It's a war. It's not safe," Stoner said. Stoner said the gang members to the north of her neighborhood already have gotten "really aggressive." She's had one family member jumped by the gang, and another who was shot. And she's already made up her mind about the mayor in 2015. "He won't get no vote from me," she said.
"FACULTY" continued from front page million to this project is wildly out of line with other university priorities, as well as — so far we have been led to believe — DePaul’s current fiscal situation,” wrote Bennett in his letter to Holtschneider. “Every dollar that DePaul will direct to this stadium is one dollar less that it could be directing toward financial aid … there is a remarkable disconnect between DePaul’s committing $70 million for a stadium … even as university staff and faculty have had annual salary increments capped and postponed for six months.” Sirles also acknowledged some benefits of the new deal, but believes that the ends do not justify the means. “There's no question that a first-class arena would be a great help in recruiting top-level student-athletes to DePaul,” said Sirles. “But with a still very uncertain economy and with the university facing its own budgetary challenges, I don’t think that 2013 is the right time to be devoting enormous monetary resources to a new stadium, especially one that we’ll be paying rent in order to use.” Under the Elevate Chicago plan, DePaul will to pay $25,000 on rent for each of the men’s team’s games and $17,000 for each of the women’s. Bennett believes that intercollegiate sports in general are receiving far too much funding and putting too little emphasis on college players’ educations. “(T)he recent reorganization of major conferences is bizarre,” said Bennett. “(J)ust the transportation expenses are
completely unjustifiable; the outrageous salaries of college coaches … the exploitation of so many big-time college athletes, unpaid, often not especially encouraged to seriously advance their educations even as they advance the notoriety of their colleges.” Bennett’s letter also took issue with the proposed casino that may be included in the Elevate Chicago plan. The letter describes gambling as a repressive “tax” that falls disproportionately on the poor and working class. “Though casino gambling is legal in Illinois and elsewhere, DePaul University should not be associated with it,” said Bennett in the letter. “By joining this project to DePaul we would be signaling that its institutional ethics are precariously situational.” The letter also states that it is not clear the new location will accomplish the universities goals of finding a location that is more easily accessible to students, or able to re-establish the men’s basketball team’s old metropolitan fan base. “I think that the facility’s location is a disaster, which will add nothing to the campus or campus life,” said Block. In closing, the letter states that the Elevate Chicago proposal will serve DePaul poorly. “There is still time for DePaul to withdraw from this project, and that is precisely what we should do.” Holtschneider had no comment as of press time.
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DePaul students start special needs volunteer program By GRANT MYATT Design Editor Born with fetal alcohol syndrome, Mandiie didn’t start speaking until she was five years old, following intensive speech therapy. It was hard for her family to do things together, and her mother worked hard to provide consistency in her life to help foster improvement. Now, 11-year-old Mandiie reads at grade level. Junior Alysse Cepeda, a special needs babysitter who worked with Mandiie, described it as “one of the most life-changing experiences.” Following the footsteps of her mom, a special education teacher for 29 years, Cepeda began babysitting for many special needs kids. Due to the steep costs of special needs babysitters, Cepeda babysat many kids for free. Recognizing the need for more affordable special needs care, Cepeda looked for a way to give back. Junior William Gross and Cepeda attended the Clinton Global University Initiative in April where students develop commitments of action to better
their campus and communities. Cepeda and Gross committed to providing free services to families with special needs children through a non-profit organization, Needs Education Together. They plan to launch a pilot program this summer to get the organization going. “Hopefully we will get enough credibility over the summer to come back and get a full-time facility going,” Gross said. They hope to get between five and ten kids for the pilot program with two DePaul undergraduate students paired up with each child, Cepeda said. “We’re going to pair them up based on their hobbies and interests,” said Cepeda. “I’m trying to find undergrads that like random things like trains and comic books, because those are some of the things that kids with special needs tend to like.” Cepeda said they currently have three kids and two volunteers committed to the pilot program. Over the summer they will provide babysitting services at the family’s homes in the suburbs since Needs Education Together does not have a facility yet. Cepeda and Gross have their
eyes set on securing a facility by the fall. “I know the family lab is moving, and I want their space (in the SAC) so bad,” said Cepeda. “I want a permanent place where we could bring the kids and that they could get used to.” Cepeda said their ideal space would incorporate sensory elements for the kids, like a ball pit, because it’s “really
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Cepeda and Gross hope to eventually incorporate a junior year experiential learning component to the program. “We’re currently in the process of talking to individual departments throughout the university to grant contact hours, JYEL credit and all of that so our students can get experience while still in school,” said Gross. JYEL credit can be fulfilled
I want to prove that the model that we're trying to implement is conducive to making kids feel safe in a babysitting situation as a self-contained special ed classroom." ALYSSE CEPEDA, junior
helpful in helping kids maintain equilibrium.” Needs Education Together will be 100 percent DePaul student run, initially involving undergrad students. The first phase in fall will utilize undergrads for babysitting and tutoring services. “I would love to have as many psychology students as humanly possible, but I want undergrads from all interests and majors,” Cepeda said.
through study abroad, internships or service hours. As the program develops, Cepeda and Gross said they hope to involve graduate students to give lectures on disorders and treatments to provide reliable information to parents. Cepeda said another ideal element would be to involve law students because “it’s really hard to file for disability aid, and it’s helpful to have someone with a legal background.”
Cepeda and Gross, co-founders of Needs Education Together, both emphasized that the non-profit will provide their services free of cost. “There are not a lot of facilities that offer free assistance,” said Gross. “We are trying to help people, not make money off of it, and we saw that we had an ability to do something.” Cepeda said she hopes their summer pilot program proves to be effective. “I want to prove that the model that we’re trying to implement is conducive to making kids feel as safe in a babysitting situation as a self-contained special ed classroom,” said Cepeda. If anything, Cepeda said she hopes to have “actual success stories” with the program. From Cepeda’s experience with Mandiie and her family, she saw the direct impact effective care can have. “I met Mandiie and her family and they’ve completely changed my mind,” said Cepeda. “I now have decided that I want to spend the rest of my life working with kids who have special needs.”
CAMPUS CRIME REPORT: MAY 15 - MAY 21 LINCOLN PARK CAMPUS MAY 15 • A Harassment by Electronic Means report was filed for a student receiving e-mails from a person using a Google Voice account.
MAY 16 • A Criminal Damage to Property report was filed for part of the exterior iron fence at the School of Music that was removed. • A Suspicion of Marijuana report was filed for a room in Seton Hall. No drugs were found. • A Theft report was filed for a person who had an unattended item taken from the restroom in S.A.C.
in University Hall. • A Theft report was filed for a person who had their iPhone taken from a restroom in the Student Center. • A Damage to Vehicle report was filed for a person whose vehicle was scratched while parked in the Sheffield Garage. • A Theft of Bicycle report was filed for a bike taken from the rack in the St. Vincent Circle by S.A.C.
MAY 20 • A Theft of Bicycle report was filed for a bicycle taken from the rack on the Belden side of McGowan South. • A Suspicion of Marijuana report was filed for a room in Sanctuary Hall. No drugs were found in the room.
MAY 17
• A Theft report was filed for a student who had their iPhone taken on the CTA train.
• A Battery report was filed for a student who was attacked while walking on Fullerton.
LOOP CAMPUS
• A Bicycle Theft report was filed for a bicycle taken from the north end of McCabe Hall.
MAY 16
MAY 18 • A Liquor Law Violation report was filed for an intoxicated person on the ground by Fullerton and Seminary. Offender was taken to Illinois Masonic Hospital by The Chicago Fire Department.
MAY 19 • A Disturbance report was filed for a room
• A Theft report was filed for offenders trying to remove books from the library in the DePaul Center. • A Damage to Property report was filed for writing on the wall in the Lewis Center.
MAY 19 • A Damage to Property report was filed for gang graffiti on the plaza at the DePaul Center.
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"FEST" continued from front page potential FEST attendees away from Diplo. Ticket sales were also extended over the course of two weeks for this year’s events due to DAB’s practice of block selling. Under this system, a certain number of tickets can be sold at a given time and location before sales are cut off for that day. After FEST 2011’s quick sell out, many students were frustrated that the tickets were sold all at once, and that students could buy an extra ticket for someone who wasn’t a DePaul student. “We got a lot of backlash for that,” said Daley. “A lot of people would buy up the tickets and sell them on Craigslist
to people who don't go to DePaul and aren't college aged. That’s why we originally changed it … We plan for students, by students, so we’re just trying to stick with that.” Kosin said that, in theory, it’s a good idea to block sell. “The thing with block ticketing is that we do it thinking (FEST) will sell out, but want to give everyone the chance to buy tickets at different times and locations,” said Kosin. “Ideally, where DePaul and DAB needs to be at is online ticketing … We just couldn't make it work just because you have to be a DePaul student, and some of the software that DePaul has just
doesn't have the features yet. I think the block ticketing works, but on some level I think it led to the effect of thinking, ‘Oh, I can just pick them up later.’” Daley also added that ticket sales don't necessarily mean people are or are not interested who's coming, as some people buy tickets only to realize later that they can’t go. “I think we were just trying to hit a different demographic this year, and I think people in the demographic were pleased in the choice,” said Daley. “At the end of the day, I think people just want to come out and see a great show.” Senior Liz Bucko, who didn’t
know any of the headliners before going to this year’s FEST, said she did just that and enjoyed herself at the show. “I didn't know who they were, but I listened to a few songs beforehand and then loved Diplo at FEST so I'll keep listening,” said Bucko. Bucko also opposed reopening ticket sales to the general public. “If I pay for FEST in my student budget, I should be able to go if I want to,” said Bucko. “However, there could be a happy medium: maybe opening it to the public on Friday, the last day, after DePaul students have gotten their chance.” All in all, Kosin said the
event was “pretty flawless,” and was proud that After Hours with Dillon Francis was well attended with more than 750 people. “Last year we had very little attendance, maybe a 100 or so students,” said Kosin. “This year, we kind of brought After Hours back and set a standard. In the coming years, After Hours will get bigger and bigger. In the future, we’ll probably have EDM stay inside and boost attendance. Daley, meanwhile, had no regrets about DAB’s headliner decisions. “I'm satisfied with our choices because I think they came out and put on a good show,” said Daley.
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A day after FEST, the 29th-annual Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival keep the beat alive with performances by Liquid Soul (above) and other local acts.
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NATION & WORLD
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Protesters depicting detainees of the U.S. detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, hold a banner, during a demonstration outside the U.S. embassy in central London, May 18. Friday, May 17, marked the 100th day the vast majority of prisoners at Guantanamo Bay, have been on hunger strike. LEFTERIS PITARAKISE | AP
Guantanamo prison hunger strike surpasses 100th day By MAHA ABDEL-WAHAB Staff Writer Hundreds of accused prisioners have been captured and detained in the United States' Guantanamo Bay detention camp as a means for fighting terrorism. The camp has been open for more than 10 years and Obama has been promising to shut it down since 2007. Guantanamo Bay, sometimes referred to as Gitmo, is a detainment and interrogation facility that opened in January 2002 by the Bush administration in order to detain people who they believed to be connected with terrorism or extremist groups. The Bush administration decided that the Guantanamo Bay detention camp could be considered outside U.S. legal jurisdiction and asserted that the detainees were not entitled to any of the protections of the Geneva conventions. However, the U.S. Supreme Court overruled this decision June 29, 2006, and the detainees were said to be entitled to the minimal protection under the Common Article 3 of the Geneva Conventions. Despite this, current and former prisoners have been tortured on camp grounds, and even though the Bush administration has denied this many times, an interview with Mohammed Al-Qahtani published in the Washington Post in 2009 revealed otherwise. The UN has asked the U.S.
to shut down the detention camp since 2006, but to no avail. "The root problem is that the underlying conflict is of an ambiguous nature. It is somewhat like a law enforcement situation, which would call for trials and imprisonment for the guilty," said Patrick Callahan, a DePaul professor who specializes in American Foreign Policy. "But it is unlike law enforcement in that the reasons that the detainees are being held have nothing to do with violating U.S. laws in areas under U.S. jurisdiction," said Callahan. "The situation is more like holding POWs in a war, but it is not a declared war, and the people being held were not soldiers wearing the uniforms of an enemy on the battlefield. In the cases of many individuals, their status is ambiguous." The biggest problem with Gitmo is that many of the prisoners held are either wrongly accused or held without charge. In September 2006, President Bush announced the 14 high value detainees were to be transferred to Guantanamo but as it turned out, none of the 14 figures had been charged with any war crime. The April 25 Guantanamo Bay files leak (revealed on Wikileaks) revealed that more than 120 innocent Afghans and Pakistanis were held in the camp without charges. Many of the victims included farmers, chefs
and drivers. The files also revealed that some of these prisoners were either incredibly young like 14-year-old Naqib Ullah, or very old like 89-year-old Mohammed Sadiq. The files also showed that almost 100 detainees were diagnosed with depressive or psychotic illnesses as a result of
hand and foot in a fetal position to the floor, with no chair, food or water. Most times, they had urinated or defecated on themselves and had been left there for 18, 24 hours or more." Supporters of the detention argue that prisoners of war are never allowed the trial review of detentions, thus, it is okay to keep the supposed transgressors detained until hostilities have ceased. That Obama's policy is highly Since the start of similar to Bush's is highly sug- 2013, more than 100 of the 166 prisoners gestive of the reality in which have gone on hunger strike in order to attract we live." international attention to the issue as well as protest their sentences. PATRICK CALLAHAN, DePaul Professor Sean Gleason, a Pentagon lawyer representing one of the their stay at the detention camp. detainees said, "I think that out Not only are many of the of all the 166 detainees, only prisoners suffering from mental two have been convicted. The abuse, but also physical and rest have never been tried or religious abuse. Prisoners convicted of a crime. Many of released from the camp have them have been there for over claimed that there have been 11 years." incidents of flushing the Qur'an Gleason also mentioned that down the toilet, defacing the the commander in charge of holy book, and tearing pages facilities at Guantanamo went out of it. before Congress and asked for Red Cross inspectors and about $200 million to build new released detainees have spoken facilities at Gitmo, evidently about the alleged acts of torture meaning that they do not plan including sleep deprivation, to shut down the camp any time beatings, and locking in confined soon. cold cells. Unfortunately, the prisoners' According to a June 2005 attempt at a peaceful protest "New York Times" opinion with the hunger strikes has article, an FBI agent was quoted been thwarted due to forceas saying, "on a couple of feeding. The detainees who occasions, I entered interview have participated in the strike rooms to find a detainee chained are being force fed with a tube
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through their nose. Many of them have described it as one of the most painful things they have ever experienced. When asked whether or not he approved, Obama responded by saying that it was the only way considering he did not want the prisoners to die. However, it seems that the prisoners would much rather die than continue to live under the harsh conditions of this camp. Walter Ruiz, who is also a lawyer defending a Gitmo detainee, stated that the fallout if someone were to die during the hunger strikes "would be huge. Already Guantanamo is kind of this new Devil's Island, which just managed to sit there and fester and rot ... So I think somebody dying would simply be just the exclamation point on what's already a pretty bad situation." Professor Callahan asserts that the solution is not as simple as one might think. "The unfortunate fact is that there are people and organizations out there who hate Americans (and Jews and Westerners) and who will kill our citizens and who cannot be stopped by law enforcement by decent states either because there is no effective state (Somalia, Yemen, Afghanistan) or because the state is not decent (Saudi Arabia) or both (Pakistan)," said Callahan. "Under those circumstances, something like the Bush Doctrine is reasonable and inevitable. That Obama's policy is highly similar to Bush's is highly suggestive of the reality in which we live."
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Obama adminstration hit with multiple scandals By ANDREW MORRELL Contributing Writer The Obama administration has faced an onslaught of scandals that began May 8, when a congressional hearing into the Sept. 11, 2012 attacks on the U.S. embassy in Benghazi, Libya, became an emotional roller coaster. The attack, apparently carried out by an al-Qaeda splinter group, killed four Americans, including the United States’ Ambassador to Libya, Chris Stevens. Republicans were eager to use testimony by three government officials as ammunition against Hillary Clinton and the State Department, alleging that their preparation was negligent and their response nonexistent. Democrats, including Clinton, questioned the necessity of the hearings in the first place. “What difference, at this point, does it make?” Clinton asked in her testimony. She became visibly choked up when speaking about her personal response to the attacks, holding back tears when describing her interaction with the families of the four victims. “For me this is not just a matter of policy. It’s personal,” said Clinton. Later that week, an internal IRS report was made public, accusing the agency of specifically targeting conservative groups for increased tax scrutiny. According to the report, any group applying for taxexempt 501(c)4 status that appeared to have tea party affiliations or championed a conservative ideology was subject to long delays in processing and intrusive probing. 501(c)4 status is particularly attractive to political groups because it confers tax exemption, and also allows for some donations to elections without requiring they disclose their donor information, unlike political action committees. Representatives for the IRS noted that the heightened examinations were mandated and carried out by lower level staff, not high-ranking officials. Evidence coming
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Lois Lerner, former director the IRS division that oversaw agents who targeted tea party groups.
Hillary Clinton testifies at the Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing on the attack in Benghazi, Libya,
Attorney General Erik Holder testifies in front of the House Judiciary Committee, May 15.
out of the office accused of the undue scrutiny, based in Cincinnati, indicates that employees were far removed from the goings on at IRS headquarters in Washington and received little direction. The New York Times and others also reported that “at least two dozen liberalleaning [organizations] and some that were seemingly apolitical” were also singled-out. Regardless, Obama called the allegations “outrageous,” and Attorney General Eric Holder promised an investigation into the matter. “We are examining the facts to see if there were criminal violations,” said Holder. Holder would soon find himself and his Justice Department colleagues in their own pot of hot water, after news broke May 13 that the phone numbers and call histories of more than 100 Associated Press reporters were obtained by the government about a year ago. This situation was prompted by an AP story last spring that detailed a foiled terrorist plot in Yemen that had ambitions to detonate a bomb on a U.S. airliner. The fact that the plot was uncovered and halted by the CIA was classified information.
This prompted the Department of Justice to issue a subpoena, essentially a court order, to obtain the home and cell phone numbers of numerous AP reporters, as well as information about whom they called and how long they talked. The AP was not aware of this until now, a year later, which goes against typical subpoena practice. CEO and president of the AP Gary Pruitt, as well as congressmen on both sides of the aisle, were incensed by these developments, with some even calling for Attorney General Holder’s resignation. "We regard this action by the Department of Justice as a serious interference with AP's constitutional rights to gather and report the news," said Pruitt. Even though he is not personally involved with any of them, these scandals will surely weigh heavily on the shoulders of President Obama and his administration, not to mention fellow Democrats in the House and Senate who will be fighting tough battles for re-election in 2014. Some have already begun to distance themselves from the scandals or speak out vehemently against them. Senator Kay Hagan (D-N.C.),
one of the senators running for reelection next year, was one of many Democrats who spoke out against the scandals. “When you look at all this, it’s like when it rains, it pours,” said Hagan. “It’s very, very troubling.” Indeed, this “when it rains, it pours” mentality seems to apply to the scandalobsessed press as well. President Obama held a press conference May 16 in the White House rose garden in the middle of a rainstorm. He asked a Marine soldier to hold an umbrella over his head while he addressed the crowd. This drew the ire of conservatives, who alleged that the president’s order was out of line, since umbrellas are not part of standard Marine uniform. “Mr. President, when it rains it pours, but most Americans hold their own umbrellas,” wrote former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin on her Facebook page. The Washington Post pointed out that several past presidents, as well as Palin herself, have been photographed with Marines, Secret Service agents and others holding umbrellas for them.
Tumblr fans not shouting 'Yahoo' By DEREK FRANKE Contributing Writer
Scrolling through Tumblr posts May 20, bloggers stumbled upon the biggest post of the day, which was concerned with the very website they were browsing. The headline read, “Yahoo buys Tumblr for 1.1 billion dollars.” Yahoo is an optimal search engine that allows users to browse the web by sorting the content they search. Tumblr, on the other hand, is a social networking website that lets users post multimedia content in a blog. Yahoo hopes that partnering with the popular blogging website will help the company reach out to a younger audience, bringing a new demographic of users to their search engine. The announcement, however, has been met with some backlash from Tumblr users, many of whom are saying they will boycott the website if any significant changes are made. In a statement, Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer said, "Per the agreement and our promise not to screw it up, Tumblr will be independently operated as a separate business." The deal turned Tumblr’s creator,
26-year-old David Karp, a high school look to advertisement a way of making a dropout, into a multimillionaire. Karp, profit.” who started the website in 2007, will DePaul Senior Colin Bowden remain CEO of the company said the merger was a risky to assure users that the gamble that could go website will not change either way for Yahoo. drastically. “I know a lot Tumblr currently of people who use attracts about 300 Tumblr, and if it million visitors a continues with month. According the same level of to financial analysts popularity, Yahoo who cover Yahoo, the will definitely combination of both make their money websites is predicted to back,” said Bowen. grow Yahoo’s audience “That being said, by 50 percent, granting the only concern that I them a total of 1 billion viewers have is that it may have MAX KLEINER | The DePaulia already reached its peak of per month. DePaul student Will Shou said that popularity, and by buying it despite promises to keep the website the now, it may not be as profitable as Yahoo same, Yahoo will likely be looking for wants it to be.” ways to monetize it. Some Tumblr users do not think that “I think it’s going to go down the same adding Tumblr to Yahoo’s roster will be route as Facebook,” said Shou. “When enough to give the company the viewer Facebook started out, they didn’t have turnaround they’re looking for. DePaul any advertisements, and they obviously student Kelly Amos said that Yahoo’s had to find some way to make money. purchase isn’t enough to revitalize the So I feel like now that they made this company’s image. huge acquisition, they’re going to have to “I’m partial to Google based on the
search engine’s ease of use,” said Amos. “I don’t use Yahoo because of rigid structure, and it frustrates me. I hope they don’t change Tumblr, and we will see if they stick to their word to keep it the same.” Similar combinations of popular online sites have proven to be successful. For example, Google bought YouTube in 2006, and Facebook purchased Instagram last year. This isn’t Yahoo’s first popular website purchase either. In 2005, the company bought the photo-sharing website Flickr, which has proved to be a flop in the post-Instagram world. Daniel Mittleman, a professor in the College of Computing and Digital Media, said the partnership will help both companies strengthen their image as social media challengers against rival websites. “The platform strikes me as one that can – and likely will – grow and evolve under Yahoo’s lead to become a serious challenger to Facebook,” said Mittleman. “Rather, one needs to imagine what Tumblr will look like in 18 months – I am certain very different from today – and compare that experience to Facebook. If Yahoo plays this well, it will be a huge win for them.”
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OPINIONS
Opinions Editor Kasia Fejklowicz depauliaopinion@gmail.com
‘Elevate Chicago’ might not lift the economy By KEVIN GROSS Contributing Writer DePaul unveiled its grand plans to construct a new basketball stadium near McCormick Place May 16, which is part of the larger “Elevate Chicago” plan to redevelop the McCormick convention area and Navy Pier. The plan has been lauded for its potential to help boost the men’s basketball team to new levels of success, construct a new image of school spirit and bring in ticket revenue. Moreover, the city’s project can further boast over its negligible cost to the student body, as this development is being financed through a plan that will cost the students nothing in terms of accelerated tuition increases. It seems as if the project will be unanimously beneficial – but only from a student perspective. What has been forgotten is the larger discussion of how the project will affect the wider public. Seeing that DePaul University does not exist in isolation, it is important for us to consider how DePaul’s decisions affect the city as a whole, especially considering that over $100 million of the project will be funded by entities outside of DePaul. In this situation, it is important to think about whether the arena will benefit the city as a whole. With this in mind, there are many perspectives and concerns to take note of. For starters, we should question the job benefit that the project will provide. Elevate Chicago predicts that the entire development project will provide approximately 13,000 jobs. But what is the nature of these jobs? How adequate will these jobs be? Susan Bennett, a DePaul professor of neighborhood development studies, explains her skepticism of the jobs figure. “Stadiums have consistently been found not to be a consistent development tool for jobs,” said Bennett. “Construction jobs are temporary, and even (permanent stadium jobs) can be seasonal, inconsistent, sporadic or low wage.” Of the 13,000 jobs, about 10,000 of them will be temporary construction jobs. Yet DePaul professor Joseph Schwieterman, a public policy professor who formerly worked in urban planning, remains optimistic about the jobs that will remain permanent. He believes the developers are not overstating the benefits of this project. “Both projects – Navy Pier and the stadium – are filling critical niches,” said Schwieterman. “Neither are built on highly optimistic scenario
Surviving the Red Line shutdown By FRANCESCA GATUSO Contributing Writer
BRIAN JACKSON | The Sun-Times
The plan to construct a new basketball stadium near McCormick Place was announced May 16. This is part of the larger "Elevate Chicago" plan to reconstruct the McCormick convention area and Navy Pier. assumptions; they are grounded in reality.” Some of the other benefits to be earned from this project are particularly important to the city, especially the tax benefits. The city funded much of the project with a controversial funding method known as Tax Increment Funding (TIF), which is dependent on the property tax revenue gained from raised land values to pay the city back for its
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it’s going to work anywhere (it’s here), as this is a really good part of town, because you have the hotel commitments, you have the new Green Line stop, you have open land to do stuff down there,” said Schwieterman. Regardless of the project’s ability to benefit and pay for itself, the additional question remains: could the money spent on the stadium and these other development projects be better
The city arguably has larger pressing matters than the creation of sports and tourism areas. On Wednesday, May 22, Chicago approved the closure of 49 elementary schools – the largest wave of closings in Chicago Public Schools’ history. This action will potentially cripple the city’s educational backbone and even possibly eliminate just as many jobs as there were to be created with the Elevate
It's hard to say how successful the Tax Increment Funding (TIF) will be, but if it's going to work anywhere (it's here), as this is a really good part of town, because you have the hotel commitments, you have the new Green Line stop, you have open land to do stuff down there.” Joseph Schwieterman, professor of public policy studies at DePaul
investment efforts. TIF has long been controversial because many TIF development projects have failed to redevelop an area effectively enough to pay the city back, thus leaving many of these projects as sunk costs to the city of Chicago. Yet Schwieterman again remains optimistic in Elevate Chicago’s ability to pay back. “It’s hard to say how successful the TIF will be, but if
spent otherwise? “It really depends on whether there were realistic alternative things to be used by the money,” said Bennett. “If there were other possible plains, this project could possibly be a drain.” As of now, it remains unreleased to the public whether there were other possible uses for the money – funds do often have strings attached in the way they are allowed to be spent.
development plan. Will the plan to construct the McCormick stadium pay off? Possibly, and it will almost certainly meet the needs of DePaul University very adequately; however, as members of a larger urban community, DePaul needs to consider whether the needs of the public are being met. We need to start considering the viewpoints and needs of the public as a whole.
The clock strikes 11:45 a.m. I finish off the remains of my lunch, grab my purse and keys, and head out the door with just enough time to spare. Now begins the fast commuter walk, dodging strollers, dogs and those ever annoying slow walkers. I finally make it to the tracks – victory at last. Or so I thought. Upon arriving at the CTA Red Line, I am met with numerous delays and reroutes and am now lost in a sea of frustrated and confused commuters. I am late once again. The CTA Red Line is under construction yet again and is perhaps causing more delays and overall chaos than ever before for countless Chicago commuters who use it daily. This time, the CTA is working on the south end of the tracks, also known as the Dan Ryan branch. The set of tracks is over 40 years old and is now being entirely rebuilt from Cermak-Chinatwon to 95th/Dan Ryan. The objective is to provide commuters with not only a faster ride, but also an overall more comfortable and reliable service. To ensure this goal, CTA crews are replacing anything and everything, including ties, rails, third rails, ballasts and drainage systems. There will also be improvements to the canopies, paint and lighting upgrades, new benches, bike racks and greater accessibility for all commuters. While I am the first to attest to the annoying nature of train delays, there are indeed benefits to this project, specifically the creation of jobs. This Red Line project has created hundreds of jobs, outweighing the minor inconveniences commuters will experience. In order to avoid as many setbacks and headaches as possible, I advise being smarter about your commute instead of complaining about it. Know the reroutes before you get on the train and give yourself a little extra time in case of further delays. Finish off that lunch on the train to save the extra few minutes if you have to. The bulk of the Red Line construction will happen this summer, but don’t miss out on the events of the season because you have to take the Red Line. Be a smart commuter and enjoy what the city has to offer.
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Take action: online petitions more than just hype By MAGGIE DZIUBEK Contributing Writer In the digital age, the power of the people takes on a whole new meaning. Between page hits, followers, likes and subscribers, it is hard to think of anything that is not, in some way, part of the game of online audience engagement. News and social media are well suited to political life, an arena that has always sought to reach a mass audience. Now, online petitioning – an old tool of political activism – has emerged as a controversial new media phenomenon. Online petitions are not
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standard in online petitioning, offers easy-to-use applications that allow petitioners to easily draft a petition and share via social media. One of Change.org’s success stories is a petition started by part-time nanny Molly Katchpole in 2011. Her petition was against an extra $5 fee that Bank of America proposed for using a certain bank card. Her petition attracted 300,000 signatures, and after a month, Bank of America announced they had decided not to charge the new fee. It is not entirely clear that Katchpole’s Change.org petition was the direct cause of the policy change, but there is a somewhat convincing correlation. The
campaign by UNICEF with copy such as, “Like us on Facebook and we will vaccinate zero kids against polio.” This was done to bring attention that “likes” don't do anything. It was meant to be sarcastic. Critics point out that changing a profile picture, retweeting something or signing an online petition does not actually get anything done. The implication is that the self-satisfaction that comes from signing a petition replaces the motivation for more productive action. This is, in many cases, true. Complaining on Facebook or on Change.org won’t solve concrete problems that are first world or otherwise. What it does do
Online petitions are not actually new. They first appeared at the dawn of the Internet age in a very unsophisticated form as chain letters that supporters signed their names to and passed forward via email.”
actually new. They first appeared at the dawn of the Internet age in a very unsophisticated form as chain letters that supporters signed their names to and passed forward via email. These were almost entirely ineffective, ending their lives at the bottom of inboxes in the dark corners of the Internet. Today’s online petition is a much sleeker, more sophisticated tool. Change.org, the gold
case Change.org’s founder Ben Rattray made in an interview with Fortune Magazine May 15 was that general social media buzz is hard to quantify and easy to ignore, while a petition that aggregates support for a clearly definable goal is likely to be taken more seriously. Defenses of online petitions by proponents like Rattray follow criticisms of online “slacktivism” from a variety of organizations, including an ad
is provide an accumulation of positive capital in the information economy. In situations like the Bank of America petition, where large groups of people publicly support specific goals, information gathered via online petitions can be very effective toward real change. A recent Time Magazine cover story characterized 18-33 year olds – who are classified as millennials – as self-centered
the odds of winning. Recently, California joined the game, causing the last Powerball jackpot to skyrocket. As the pot grew, more people began to play, again decreasing the
morning, casually checking your lottery ticket and seeing one match. Then another. And another, until you realize you won the grand prize. Who would you tell, if anyone? Would you hire a
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Molly Katchpole’s online petition against Bank of America was signed by 300,000 consumers and was one of the reasons the $5 fee on debit card users was dropped. and unmotivated. This is a characterization that falls in line with accusations of “slacktivism” by critics of online petitioning. However, millennials are at the forefront of a world that centers upon sharing information and a world that provides the necessary tools to do so efficiently and on a wide scale.
That kind of mass engagement is what political activists have been seeking for years. It doesn’t replace other forms of activism; it simply improves upon structures that are already in place for creating political change. Sure, it isn’t difficult to sign a petition online, but that isn’t the problem – it’s the point.
than he had a few weeks ago. He can either set up his winnings to be a financial help for generations to come, or he can travel the world, buy a bunch of stuff and possibly die broke. There unfortunately are so many things that can go wrong having so much money. Like the mysterious case of the Chicago man who won a million dollars and was later poisoned with cyanide. Another lottery winner, Jack Whittaker, won $315 million back in 2002 but he regrets he ever did. Accoring to Business Insider, thieves stole $745,000 from Whittaker's car. He was also sued by Caesar's Atlantic City for allegedly bouncing $1.5 million in checks. Many people believe that lottery money is cursed and causes many problems. Some people just don't know how to spend it. In a society that is so fixated on money, we all dream of one day having enough to do whatever we want. But it’s not how much we make that really counts. It’s how we manage whatwe make. And you don’t need to win the lottery to do that.
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Winning the lottery: more money, more problems By OLIVIA SZAUER Contributing Writer The older we get, the more we realize that maintaining the lifestyle we want to have is much more difficult than we thought. The economy is crumbling, the jobs we want are unavailable or slowly dying out, and the competition is so hard that we don’t even want to try. We can’t all be doctors or lawyers who make big bucks. But what if you won the lottery? Just think. You could buy the house and car you want, pay off your student loans and work the job you actually want. Unfortunately, the probability of winning the grand prize for any Powerball is 1 in 175,223,510. Even if you become that lucky one-in-a-million winner, you will only walk away with a fraction of the prize money due to taxes. Forty-three states, Washington, D.C. and the U.S. Virgin Islands participate in the game, which brings in more revenue but also further decreases
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odds. There were rumors that if no one had won the $600 million, the jackpot would have been close to a record-breaking $1 billion. A man in Florida prevented this from happening when he won the lottery May 18. Imagine waking up Sunday
financial advisor? Do you tell your lawyer, if you even had one at the time? Winning such an incredible amount of money would make it difficult to keep your head straight. Even after taxes, the winner in Florida has $300 million more
The opinions in this section do not necessarily reflect those of The DePaulia staff.
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THE LORDS’ WORK Lincoln Park gang tried to change the world By TOM FOWKES Contributing Writer Situated in the Lincoln Park campus’ quiet nook of structures that stand sandwiched between Belden and Fullerton Avenues, DePaul’s School of Music Building at first appears to be an unimposing and unspectacular edifice. The building and those that surround it sit on the brink of a massive, three-phase plan of reconstruction and expansion slated to commence at the end of the 2012-13 academic year. The building will be stripped down to its foundations, and renovated completely. The transformation of the School of Music Building will forever alter the face of a site that hosted and still harbors the memory of an important moment in the area’s history. Without so much as a signpost or a plaque for them to refer to, many students who pass through the building’s doors everyday remain unaware of the events that took place there May 14, 1969. The structure was then the Stone-Academic Administration Building of the McCormick Theological Seminary. In an event that was symptomatic of the politically turbulent era, the building was forcibly taken over by a Puerto Rican youth organization and human rights movement, known as the Young Lords, which originated in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. “We went in with about 13 or 14 people, and chained all the doors … by morning, we had 350 community members with us, and we stayed there for a week,” said the Young Lords’ founder, Jose “Cha Cha” Jimenez. The group had been asking area institutions to invest in lowincome housing, and McCormick Seminary’s “blatant refusal” to do so made their building a target. The Young Lords not only used the takeover as a means of setting an “example for other institutions,” as Jimenez said, but to make continued demands for funds for community programs. May 6, DePaul’s Center for Interreligious Engagement welcomed Drew University Professor Elias Ortega-Aponte, who delivered a thorough and engaging presentation on the Young Lords and the People’s Church
that they created in 1969. Ortega-Aponte asserted that the movement “opened the doors to conceive civic engagement as a form of radical spiritual practice.” “Being in this neighborhood and surrounded areas, which occupy a unique place in the history of the Young Lords, is a special moment for me- I am reminded of the work still ahead,” he said. Ortega-Aponte argued that the group’s ideals still bear relevance to contemporary issues. His presentation’s modern contextualization of the movement was timely, as September 23, 2013 marks the 45th anniversary of the founding of the Young Lords.
not only by first-hand experience in jail, but also by his exposure to revolutionary ideas through literature about political movements of the period, particularly the Black Panther Party. When he returned to the streets of Lincoln Park, Jimenez spearheaded a shift in the group’s ideals from those of a violent street gang to those of community-service oriented human rights activists. “I actually give the credit to Mayor Daley,” Jimenez said. “He began a system that was a modern day land grab, as I call it. The only purpose for it was to build
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Birth of a Movement “We were the sons and daughters of the first Puerto Rican immigrants to Chicago, so we started a local social club in the neighborhood,” said Jimenez. “As poverty increased and displacement disbanded the network that was set up by the original immigrants, the group became more negative.” The Young Lords thus morphed into a territorial street gang, motivated not by profit, but by ethnic pride as they struggled to etch out an identity in Lincoln Park. During this era, the neighborhood had a multicultural population, but nevertheless exhibited clear-cut racial divides. “This area was always integrated, since I was a kid,” said John Farwick, 79, who has resided near the corner of Seminary and Armitage Avenues in Lincoln Park since 1934. “We didn’t have the same kind of demarcation that you had on the South Side … but there was still de facto segregation.” It was in this environment that the Young Lords physically battled youth gangs of other races to assert their presence and prowess. Eventually, many members became immersed simultaneously in street gang life as well as the late ‘60’s drug culture, and were incarcerated for both drug-related and violent crimes. Jimenez was frequently incarcerated during this period, and his sense of social inequity was amplified
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The bricks that once formed the Armitage Avenue United Methodist Church, or the People’s Church, as it was named when the Young Lords were it’s tenants. an inner-city suburb in Lincoln Park, and in that way, build up the tax base … what they did was take the Latino community first, because they had no political power. “The Young Lords were smart enough to see that this was destroying our community. We saw our parents, uncles, aunts, brothers and friends being displaced, so we decided to take matters into our own hands and say that we needed to empower the community and that we needed a voice. It was a matter of democracy more than housing.”
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Left: Outside WTTW at a press conference on the one year anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination. The Young Lords Organization and the Black Panther Party hosted the press conference to call on their communities to quell riots and racial violence. Right: Cha-Cha Jimenez talking to crowd at a Young Lord Rally on the corner of Wilton and Grace in 1975.
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The Young Lords would further demonstrate their penchant for militancy when they seized control of the United Methodist Church on Armitage Avenue in 1969, the same year as the takeover at McCormick Seminary. The group had previously approached the congregation in the hopes of renting space for their social service programs, but these negotiations broke down, as the church was uncomfortable with allowing a politically radical group of former gang members within its walls. The church was subsequently commandeered under the leadership of Luis Chavez, a Young Lord of Mexican descent. On the night of the takeover, the police arrived on the scene with SWAT teams. “I was standing outside at the time with Reverend Bruce Johnson, and if it wasn’t for him, it would have been a bloodbath,” said Jimenez. In spite of his congregation’s feelings about the Young Lords, Reverend Johnson had always personally sympathized with and supported the group and told the police that he had given them permission to be in the church. They dispersed after assessing the situation, without ever entering the building. The next day, the name of the United Methodist Church was changed to the People’s Church, and its interior and exterior walls would eventually be covered in Young Lords murals. “We set up the first community day care center in Chicago’s history, we had a clinic there, and we had a breakfast for children there. We were able to work together for about a year,” Jimenez said.
Rise and Fall
As time went on, the Young Lords decided to engage in less confrontational, non-violent protests, in an effort to decrease police scrutiny and to endear themselves to their community. “You don’t get anywhere by shaking up the populace and scaring the hell out of them,” said Lincoln Park resident John Farwick. The group’s demonstrations attracted crowds numbering in the thousands as they began to branch out from Lincoln Park and work in different areas of the city. Strong advocates for Chicago’s first African-American
Mayor, Harold Washington, the Young Lords celebrated his electoral victory in 1983 with a demonstration that drew more than 100,000 people to Humboldt Park. The group’s heightened profile came with the price of intensified inspection from law enforcement and other bureaucratic entities. “They tried to discredit everything that we did, which was easy for them, because we were a gang, so they just kept on calling us that ... the city used not only the gang intelligence unit, but they used the riot squad, and the FBI-COINTELPRO was connected to both of those groups. In other words, they hid in the background,” said Jimenez. After numerous factors including criminal charges adversely affected their leadership as well as their base of support, the Young Lords ceased to be the coherent movement that they once were.
Saving History “I am sure it would surprise quite a few people if they learned that Lincoln Park and Old Town were the neighborhoods the first Puerto Rican immigrants to move to Chicago inhabited,” said Amani Conley, 37, a History major at DePaul who attended Professor OrtegaAponte’s presentation. “Unfortunately, the history of the Lincoln Park area is largely overlooked.” As the 45th anniversary of their founding nears, the surviving Young Lords are seeking to commemorate and salvage the pieces of their history that lie in Lincoln Park. This has proven to be a daunting task, as the forces of gentrification and urban renewal continue unabated, crumbling whatever remnants of the past stand in their way. While the planned reconstruction of DePaul’s School of Music Building presents an impending threat to the preservation of the Young Lords’ historical presence, the former People’s Church has already been reduced to a pile of bricks. Walgreens purchased the building site of the United Methodist Church and demolished the original structure. The Church was a “staple of the Puerto Rican struggle in the community,” as Jimenez said, and although it could not be saved, the group still hopes to memorialize Reverend Bruce Johnson in some fashion. September 30, 1969, only nine months after the Church takeover, Reverend Johnson and his wife Eugenia were found murdered in their home. The case has never been solved.
The community activism of the Young Lords is still as necessary as it was when the group was first founded. The same issues that gave birth to the movement— displacement of citizens, poor health care, and the proliferation of “hopeless youth”—are alive, well and arguably even amplified in modern urban America. “Four decades have past after the monumental social justice gains of the Labor and Civil Rights Movements … and people of color continually toil for inclusion, respect and justice in this struggle of democratic living in the United States,” said Professor Ortega-Aponte. While the Latino community has long since dispersed from the prime real estate areas of Chicago, the Lincoln Park neighborhood that gave birth to the Young Lords comes closer to completing its full-scale transformation from the tempestuous melting pot that it once was to a thoroughly gentrified and commercial area. “It’s a community that was completely destroyed,” Jimenez said. “That was the only Puerto Rico that I knew.” Jack Farwick also mused that “Chicago’s demographics change every 30 years, it’s just one of those things … when it really started to change was when Cha Cha and the rest of these people started to disperse in the ‘70s, and the people out in the suburbs started coming back with grandma’s money. What kind of changed was the mindset, the entitlement idea...people were so entwined with making their fortunes or whatever they were doing that they lost empathy for people around them.”
Same Issues, Different World Jimenez has also been promoting and preserving the Young Lords’ legacy through his work on the long-term “Young Lords in Lincoln Park” project at Grand Valley State University in Michigan. The project currently consists of oral histories from 110 former Lincoln Park residents, and will eventually encompass those of the New York City Young Lords as well. “Our members are still there,” said Jimenez. “One thing about the Young Lords in Chicago is that we grew up together. We’re still functioning in a different way. Most of our members are involved in community work anyway in different areas.”
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From top to bottom: The exterior of the construction site where the church once stood. The property has been purchased for redevelopment by Walgreens. DePaul’s School of Music Building, formerly the Academic Administration Building of McCormick Seminary, was taken over by the Young Lords in a 1969 demonstration.
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Twerk it out: FEST 2013 By ANDREW MORRELL Contributing Writer
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From atop his DJ booth, Thomas Pentz, better known as Diplo, looked like a king preparing to address his subjects. The unruly masses pushed and shoved for a better look, while screams and chants filled the air. Diplo may as well have been crowned king, because from the minute his set began, he held an incredible power in his hands: the power to make thousands of college students go completely insane. Despite unusually chilly weather and a generally lukewarm reception to the lineup, DePaul’s FEST proved a resounding success for 2013. Before the crowd lost itself in Diplo’s breakdowns, they were warmed up by DePaul band The Outfit, enlivened by rapper Yelawolf, and rocked by Seattle act Minus the Bear. The audience was slow to arrive, even as The Outfit began to play their opening chords. Tickets were still available by the time doors opened at 5 p.m., despite having been on sale for more than two weeks. Lead vocalist Lesleigh Arratia didn’t seem to mind the light crowd, as she belted notes throughout The Outfit’s 45-minute set that reverberated throughout campus. A bluesy band with modern rock influences, The Outfit gave it their all for the entirety of their set, no doubt impressing the few who were there. Next to the stage was Alabama’s Yelawolf, who was backed by turntable legend DJ Klever. Yelawolf, who is signed to Eminem’s Shady Records, left no holds barred as he
spat his lyrics rapid fire over Klever’s drum and bass compositions. The bass was hardly an afterthought, and was turned up so loud it left few skulls unrattled. Among the people in the front row, who bore the brunt of the bass onslaught, were Greg Rothstein and Vlad Zuperman, self-proclaimed “die-hard fans” who each wore faux wolf pelts on their heads. “He’s just gonna go hard,” said Rothstein, speaking about his expectations for the forthcoming set. “I’ll be going just as hard as he is,” said Zuperman, not to be outdone by his friend. “I’m expecting a great show from Yelawolf … I think he’ll be able to teach DePaul how to throw down, basically.” After throwing down to Yelawolf’s Dirty South flow, Seattle rockers Minus the Bear took the stage to give FEST attendees a taste of their catchy indie rock sound. The band has been around since 2001 and has released five albums since then, along with numerous EPs and a remix album. Their tight, focused sound was almost math rock-esque, combining delicate time signature changes with satisfying synth melodies and blistering guitar solos. Lead vocalist Jake Snider sang with a gravelly tenor, his high notes rising above the quad to get DePaul students amped for what was still to come. After an hour of enjoyable tunes by Minus the Bear, Diplo’s crew began to set the stage and a palpable sense of excitement grew over the crowd. The crowd itself grew immensely since the start of the festivities, occupying the entire north half of the quad with hardly enough room to stretch one’s
arms out. As the stagehands continued to prepare, the crowd became more and more anxious, chanting Diplo’s name and readying themselves for obscene amounts of dancing. Soon enough, DePaul’s patience ended up paying dividends. Diplo took to his perch and hardly let up, delivering a blistering set of non-stop hits. Some highlights included Chief Keef’s “Love Sosa,” Daft Punk’s new single, “Get Lucky,” and a wide variety of remixes. Diplo’s hottest track as of late, “Express Yourself” featuring Nicky Da B, was met with universal exclamation. The music video for “Express Yourself” deserves at least partial credit for the phenomenon that is “twerking,” the dance featured in the video that involves rapid, rhythmic undulations of the gluteus maximus. In other words, twerking is something your parents wouldn’t be proud of you doing, especially if you got up on stage in front of a couple thousand people to do it. But Diplo invited about a dozen girls on stage to do just that, marking the high point of a set filled with bangers, breakdowns and anthems. It’s hard to critique FEST in any meaningful way because, despite slow ticket sales or artists on the bill, anyone who showed up was bound to have a good time. With a student body as varied as DePaul’s, it’s certain that no lineup will manage to please everyone. What FEST gets right every year is that it leaves few attendees unsatisfied. You just have to be there.
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Where's the beef: best burgers near campus By ALYSSA GIRDWAIN Contributing Writer Ring in summer and celebrate the last days of National Burger Month with these tasty burger joints in the neighborhood.
Butcher & the Burger: 1021 W. Armitage Ave.
Cute and mod with a classic flare, this place acts as both a burger counter and a butcher, where you can dine with friends or pick up some patties to grill up during summer BBQs. Walking up to the counter, you are faced with a blackboard of extensive options. In DIY style, you pick the type of patty, spices, bun, toppings and any extras (you can even choose to top your burger off with sautéed foie gras!) Before you go, make sure you have the patience to stake out a table in the tiny joint and know what is on the menu so you can craft the perfect burger — it’s easy to be a little frazzled. But serving up high-quality, grass-fed beef (even breakfast burgers!) is too difficult to really mess up, so get creative and enjoy.
Rockit Burger Bar: 3700 N. Clark St.
Whether you are journeying around Wrigleyville in need of pre-game or pre-concert grub before hitting Wrigley Field or The Metro, Rockit Burger Bar is the perfect place for a casual and filling meal. With witty names for their eight-ounce
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burgers, this joint boasts crazy flavor combinations such as the Macdaddy: a black angus patty, braised beef short rib, caramelized onion, and mac and cheese. Of course, you can always opt for the classic black angus burger if you’re looking for a tame burger. Best of all, most burgers are served with truffle, sweet potato or regular French fries.
Indie Burger: 1034 W. Belmont Ave.
Sustainability takes priority at this joint. Indie Burger does everything eco-friendly, organically and locally — with meat from locally farmed, humanely raised and grass-fed cattle; organic sauces; dressings and soups; as well as furniture made of recycled materials. The walls are plastered with old concert posters from local venues, and indie tunes play throughout the restaurant. For a special take on the regular cheeseburger, try their namesake — the Indie
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Burger, served with grilled onion, Swiss cheese and their special Indie sauce (a thousand island dressing with a kick). Since the burgers don’t come with any sides, bring a couple extra bucks for some yummy French fries — it’ll be worth it.
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Epic Burger: 1000 W. North Ave.
Extending throughout the neighborhoods of Chicago, Epic Burger has been grilling up all-natural beef patties since 2008. Putting emphasis on using humanely raised cattle free of hormones or antibiotics, this is another place serving handcrafted, freshly made food — and it is delicious. Stop here for a quick meal in between shopping off of the North/Clybourn stop. Since the patties are fairly thin, make sure to add other fresh fixings, and make sure to choose the whole-wheat bun. And maybe add a peanut butter milkshake to the bill, just for good measure.
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'Mud' brings strong performances in shadow of summer films
By EMMA RUBENSTEIN Staff Writer
Lackluster films often characterize the spring. The barrage of Oscar-worthy pieces has come to a halt, but audiences are not yet inundated with fun summer flicks. There is a fascinating film currently hiding in the shadows of blockbusters like “The Great Gatsby” and “Iron Man,” though, that provides a delightful divergence from this season’s movie mediocrity. From writer and director Jeff Nichols comes “Mud,” a unique tale of friendship, adventure and coming of age. The movie chronicles the lives of two young boys named Ellis (Tye Sheridan) and Neckbone (Jacob Lofland) living on the banks of Arkansas. When the boys travel to a small island, they discover a mysterious boat that has been suspended in a tree by a storm. The greater mystery, though, is the rough and colorful man named Mud (Matthew McConaughey) who inhabits it. The boys are fascinated by his peculiarity and soon become entangled in a dangerous and convoluted plot to reunite Mud with his beautiful girlfriend, Juniper (Reese Witherspoon). The chaos that ensues paints a story of friendship and growing
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Tye Sheridan, left, and Jacob Lofland, right, play two Arkansas boys who find Mud (Matthew McConaughey) living in a boat. up that is captivating, hilarious and heart-wrenching. Visually, “Mud” is stunning. Its raw scenery and bleak colors craft a cinematographic experience that is simultaneously whimsical and dark. The winding Mississippi River enacts beautiful momentum and depth, and the houseboat on which Ellis lives
places several characters in its hands. The film captures an intimate and isolated sliver of life amidst tall grasses and stately trees that could not have been portrayed without the impressive visuals that the movie possesses. While “Mud” is full of noteworthy performances, actor Tye Sheridan comprises one of
the most impressive facets of the film in his portrayal of the pained and eager Ellis. Though he is young and he is quiet, his acting chops are developed beyond his years. He subtly and humbly depicts the boy who is every man and woman’s son, brother and friend. Though his struggles are plotted and specific, they are
deeply universal and resonate intensely. Sheridan’s counterpart, Jacob Lofland, enacts a wonderful performance of the young Neckbone as well. Though the film does not delve into his character with the same intensity that it does with Ellis, he is meaningful and hilarious. His quips are delightful and his love for life and for his friend is apparent. His brief exchanges with his guardian and uncle (Michael Shannon) are similarly touching. Lofland is simultaneously endearing and tinged with sadness. Across films, McConaughey’s characters are often dangerously similar to one another and Mud is no exception. Though the actor falls into his characteristic vocal and physical patterns, there is something wonderfully apropos about them to this film, though. It is hard to envision another actor taking on this role; McConaughey captures Mud’s rough exterior and loving interior perfectly. “Mud” singlehandedly redeems this spring’s depletion of films. Full of impressive performances, beautiful visuals and poignant messages, it is quietly taking on theaters everywhere. Its title is simple, but its content is momentous and it is more than worth a trip to the theater this season.
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More than meets the eye at DePaul Museum By JULIAN ZENG Sports Editor
In an art museum’s exhibit, the artwork takes center stage. As museum-goers stroll thoughtfully from room to room, observing everything from water colors to wrought-iron sculptures, they appreciate just how much time went into crafting these pieces. What they may not consider, however, is how these exhibits were laid out to make sure an artist’s work takes rightful prominence. At the DePaul Art Museum, exhibit planning is a lengthy and meticulous process that begins many months or years from the actual opening of the show. Exhibits, like in any other museum, must be carefully laid out so that upon completion, visual and design elements all work in absolute harmony. “Generally, the curator will come up with some kind of concept [for an exhibit], put together a proposal that would include an overview of the exhibition and the argument that it’s trying to make, and come up with a preliminary checklist,” said Gregory Harris, the museum’s assistant curator. “Then that gets fleshed out over the course of several months or years, depending on the size of the show.” Once all of the artist or artists’ work has been gathered and text for the show has been written, the layout of the show is discussed. Laura Fatemi, the museum’s associate director, compared the procedure to a design project, in which those involved in the
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War Baby/ Love Child exhibit at DePaul Art Museum. setup must be constantly aware of visual and structural factors. “It’s a collaborative effort when you’re working with the curator that is putting it together — getting information as to how works need to communicate with one another,” said Fatemi. “And so they’re placing this where they’re determined by an intellectual context first. As far as the design of the show, it’s almost in the sense of a design project, but what also works together visually.” In DePaul Art Museum’s main exhibition, War Baby / Love Child — guest-curated by DePaul faculty member Laura Kinaand — the graphic look was influenced by a pre-existing correlative book. Harris described the exhibit as minimalist, as the curator simply wanted the artwork and some of the object labels to do most of the legwork.
Each artist in the exhibition has didactic text that goes along with the artwork, complemented with quotations about their mixed Asian-American heritage and how it relates to their work. “There’s lot of disparate work visually,” said Harris. “There are photographs, paintings, sculptures, videos — we have to think how we are going to make it cohere visually without making it too disjointed as an experience to walk around.” The sizes of individual pieces of artwork are integral in the placement. Fatemi likened the process to laying out items in a “big dollhouse,” a process that often starts a year and a half away from opening to finalize the exhibit’s design checklist. “You have all these components that have to work together, fit together and speak to one another,” said Fatemi. “And
sometimes you get things, you think you have them all laid out into the space, and they need to be moved around or rethought. And it also depends on the material you have. If you have works there are very heavy and large sculptural pieces, you don’t have the flexibility to move them around.” Much of an exhibit’s design comes down to the sequence of works and how they flow throughout the exhibition space. Within that, artwork’s placement in relation to the text is important, keeping text from lumping together but also finding where it makes the most sense in relation to the work it’s next to. “If you have a big, important object, you need a priority of space and give it the most prominent wall or the biggest gallery,” said Louise Lincoln, director of the DePaul Art
Museum. “Smaller objects need a more intimate, enclosed space so that the viewer can concentrate. If you’re looking at something small and you’re standing in an enormous space, you’re not concentrating. It changes the way you interact with an object.” While much of the design of an exhibit is influenced by what looks good, it is also important for the museum staff to be aware of the content of the work and what the artist is trying to accomplish. Two pieces may have corresponding colors or textures that are appealing next to each other, but may not be furthering the overall show’s message in the most cohesive manner. “There are aesthetic choices that you’re making, but you also want to be thinking about extending the argument of the exhibition with the placement of the artwork,” said Harris. “So you’re putting pieces next to each other that are going to resonate for one reason or another. Sometimes it’s purely a visual, aesthetic choice. Other times, you’re trying to make a comparison or suggest some kind of contrast between two works.” According to Harris, who alternates with Fatemi for curation of exhibits, keeping all visual and tangible elements in mind makes for a strong final entity. “When I’m doing a show myself, I’m kind of thinking about what’s going to be in the show and how it’s going to be structured and how everything will fit together as a finished product,” said Harris.
MCA debuts three new exhibits By MAGGIE DZIUBEK Contributing Writer With the turn of seasons comes a new rotation of exhibits for Chicago’s art scene, and the Museum of Contemporary Art is on board with three new exhibits that all opened May 18. Theaster Gates’ “13th Ballad” Theaster Gates’ “13th Ballad” is hard to miss, but easy to overlook. The bulk of the exhibit is in the atrium of the museum, just beyond the front entrance. However, museum visitors might mistake the rows of church pews for museum equipment or event seating. As is so often the case in modern art museums: determining what is and what is not art can be deceiving. A closer look reveals that the atrium has been deliberately arranged as a chapel by the artist to compare museums to churches as places of contemplation and reverence. Gates’ materials have an interesting history. Most of the scrap wood and household items in the exhibit originate from the reconstruction of neighborhood homes on the South Side of Chicago. Some of the building
materials from this Chicago project were repurposed for the restoration of a historic home in Kassel, Germany and an exhibit called “12 Ballads for Huguenot House.” “12 Ballads,” and its reworking in “13 Ballads,” explore migration and marginalization in two very different communities: the African American community on the South Side of Chicago and French Huguenots who fled Catholic France to Protestant Germany in the 16th and 18th centuries. The MCA exhibit consists of arrangements of building materials from these projects, supplemented by video and audio installations located on the fourth floor. The exhibit will also feature three events titled “The Accumulative Affects of Migration 1-3” June 30, Aug. 11 and Sept. 22. “13th Ballad” runs through Oct. 6. “Think First, Shoot Later” Moving through the atrium into the museum, the first exhibit on the left is another newcomer titled “Think First, Shoot Later: Photography from the MCA Collection”. This exhibit is a curated collection of photographs
from the 1960s forward that explores a period in the history of artistic photography in which artists moved away from the spontaneity and dedication to the truth of previous decades in favor of a more critical approach. Artists featured in this exhibition deal with the mass media and the idea of infinite industrial reproduction. They question the assumption that photography represents objective truth. Through photography, the works range widely in subject and form from staged portraits, extreme close-ups and fabricated optical illusions. Each work intends the viewer to question the veracity of its content. “Think First, Shoot Later” runs through Nov. 10. “MCA DNA: Chicago Abstraction, 1986-1995” Move to the fourth floor to explore the third new exhibit titled “MCA DNA: Chicago Abstraction, 1986-1995.” While “13 Ballads” represents the vision of a single artist, and “Think First, Shoot Later” is united around a common genre and theme, “Chicago Abstraction” is united not by content, but by style, place, time and a close-knit social circle.
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Museum visitors explore the photography from the MCA's collection in "Think First, Shoot Later." These various links are not immediately apparent in the exhibit. In fact, a quick glance will not reveal why the works are grouped together. The museum’s choice to display these works together is based on the social bonds that have developed among this group of Chicagobased artists, most of whom graduated from the School of the Art Institute. Accompanying the exhibit is a table full of pamphlets and flyers that present a history of
the galleries and exhibitions organized and participated in together by the group of artists. Working independently, but living proximally to each other, the MCA identifies this group of artists that includes Jeanne Dunning, Iñigo ManglanoOvalle, Dan Peterman and Tony Tasset as pioneers in Chicago’s abstract art scene. “MCA DNA: Chicago Abstraction, 1986-1995” runs through Sept. 29.
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Cannes film fest is all about the fashion By KRISTEN GOLDSTEIN Contributing Writer
The Cannes film festival is technically about the movies, but the red carpet fashion gets as much buzz – if not more – than the film premieres. The glamorous setting of Cannes, France acts as a backdrop as the stars pose in their flowing, designer gowns and well-tailored suits. The event, which began May 15 and ran through May 26, premiered many of the year’s most anticipated films such as “The Great Gatsby,” “The Bling Ring” and “Blood Ties.” With films like these being shown, major star power was brought to the festival, as well as plenty of eye-catching fashion moments. French beauty and star of “Blood Ties,” Marion Cotillard, wowed with her retro look. At the premiere of her film, Cotillard opted for a Christian Dior, strapless gown with an asymmetrical hem. The pleated dress is from Dior’s resort 2014 collection, and features bold yellow, black and blue stripes. Completing her chic, 1960s look were Chopard jewels and a voluminous beehive up-do. All eyes were on Carey Mulligan as she promoted two films featured at Cannes, Baz Luhrmann’s “The Great Gatsby” and the Coen brothers’ “Inside Lleywn Davis.” Fortunately for Mulligan, both of her premiere looks were praised by fashion critics. First up was the “Gatsby” premiere where she chose a simple, pale pink Christian Dior gown with a plunging neckline. Due to the volume of the gown’s skirt, a lesser starlet could be overwhelmed by the dress, but Mulligan’s
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CLOCKWISE, FROM LEFT: Jennifer Lawrence, Marion Cotillard, Jessica Biel at the Cannes Film Festival. lack of accessories, in addition to her toned down hair and makeup, with the exception of a bold red lip, allowed her to pull off the sophisticated look with ease. Chic sophistication is again the direction the actress went for the “Inside Llewyn Davis” premiere. There she wore a black and white Vionnet dress featuring a front slit and plunging v-neck, paired with black, peep-toe platform sandals by designer Brian Atwood. Another must-see fashion moment on the Cannes red carpet also came at the “Inside Llewyn Davis” premiere. Jessica
Biel, who was supporting husband Justin Timberlake, showed up in a tea-length, strapless Marchesa. The dress’ elaborate embroidery would be enough to turn heads, but the feather underskirt added that extra special something to make Biel’s look one not to miss. Multiple candidate looks for “best dressed” came courtesy of Jennifer Lawrence as she donned numerous Dior ensembles while promoting “The Hunger Games” sequel titled “Catching Fire.” Milla Jovovich took a risk that paid off with a floral, black, white and red Chanel,
while Jessica Chastain’s purple, beaded Givenchy gown accentuated her figure and complimented the actress’ fair complexion. Not everyone in attendance showed up as put together as the ladies mentioned above, though, as there were a few major fashion missteps to be seen. At the Global Gift Gala, Eva Longoria wore a sheer black dress covered in black sequin circles that left little to the imagination. The star used the revealing dress as a response to the too-high slit in her green Atelier Versace gown causing her to accidently expose herself to photographers, and referred to the incident by tweeting “…no wardrobe malfunction tonight!!!” However, even if it made a statement, the dress itself was not the most flattering on Longoria. Also experiencing an unfortunate style moment was Julianne Moore. The actress and fashion plate, who counts Tom Ford as a close friend, is usually a red carpet highlight, but during the festival’s opening ceremony, Moore attended “The Great Gatsby” premiere in a pair of too-small heels that distracted from her Dior gown. While posing for photographers, the actress’ toes were squeezed out from the strappy shoes, which would have been an easy problem to hide if it was not for the asymmetrical hem of her lavender-skirted ensemble. The fashion at this year’s Cannes Film Festival had all of the glitz and sparkle to be expected at such a high profile event, but even with all of the big names participating in the festivities, one guest managed to take some of the attention away from the film industry heavy-hitters by wearing an elaborate, architectural gown crafted out of an unexpected material: cookie tins.
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Always meets the marc: Marc Jacobs, fashion icon By KELSEY KENNEDY Contributing Writer The name Marc Jacobs has become recognizable to women of almost every age. The designer has become the go-to for anyone who is interested in fashion. But how can one man’s innovative vision appeal to both a 13-year-old girl and a 55-year-old woman? Take a walk around any college campus in the country and there will be hundreds of girls wearing the classic Marc-by-Marc Jacobs sling on their way to grab a coffee with friends. Glance down at a classmate’s oversized watch, which has become as essential in a wardrobe as an LBD, and take a closer look at the gold face, which will inevitably read Marc-by-Marc Jacobs. Look at the back of half the iPhones on the train and the brightly colored cases will scream Marc Jacobs. All of these accessories have become absolute musthaves for women who are interested in fashion. Jill Roth, a senior at the University of Wisconsin Madison, has fallen under the designer’s spell along with the rest of her friends. “I have had something from Marc Jacobs on my Christmas list every year for the past five years,” said Roth as she put her iPhone on the table face down, revealing a bright red and blue Marcby-Marc Jacobs case. “Oh God, that’s obnoxious,” said Roth as she realized both her phone and bag are from the designer. Women of Chicago are even more interested in the brand as his products are more accessible in the city, compared to Madison, Wis. “There is really only one place in
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Marc Jacobs walks the runway after one of his fashion show. Madison to buy anything from Marc Jacobs," said UW Madison senior, Scarlett Angelina. "But when I go back home to Chicago I can find Marc Jacobs anywhere.” Jacobs has two stores located in Chicago but his merchandise can also be found at any of the major department stores like Nordstrom, Macy’s, Barneys, Bloomingdales or Neiman Marcus. “I love that I can run into Nordstrom after class if I want to pick up a new bag,” said DePaul junior, Savanna Milasuski. “I love it, but my wallet hates it. I’m way too addicted to Marc Jacobs.” The store, Marc-by-Marc Jacobs, is in Bucktown and tends to appeal to the younger, college age ladies, as the prices are more affordable than the designer’s couture line. The designer’s second store entitled simply, Marc Jacobs, is located in the Gold Coast surrounded by stores like Hermes, Barneys and Prada. The Marc Jacobs line is targeted to a more sophisticated audience and the clothes have the hefty price tag to prove it. (A Marc Jacobs bag can cost you
around $2,000) “All of my Marc pieces are from Marc by Marc Jacobs because those are the prices that I can afford,” said Roth. Marc-by-Marc Jacobs phone cases rage from $35-$40 and the designer is constantly coming out with new patterns to wrap around your phone. Some of the more expensive pieces from Marc-byMarc Jacobs include leather jackets that retail for around $1,000 or the designer’s large tote bags that come in around $700 or $800. Marc-by-Marc Jacobs makes everything from clothing and shoes to iPhone and iPad cases, all of which showcase the designer’s fun and quirky vibe. Jacobs, who has multiple tattoos, including one of Sponge Bob Square Pants, uses his brand as an expression of himself. While some of his handbags or phone cases can be recognized by the abstract mash up of the letters in his name, his labels do not have their own monogram like the iconic “LV” for Louis Vuitton, or “CC” logo for Chanel. Marc Jacobs earns
his recognition by putting a twist on each of his pieces, whether its done through taking a crazy print and making it into a structured jacket or using similar color pallets from season to season, fashion forward women can recognize a Marc Jacobs product from a mile away. While most designers only have one line to concentrate on, Jacobs has not two but three. Since 1997 Jacobs has also been the Creative Director for Louis Vuitton. “I think of Louis Vuitton as timeless and classic, whereas Marc by Marc seems more fun and trendy,” said Milasuski. While the majority of the public may not realize the designer of Marc Jacobs is the same designer behind Louis Vuitton, his work does show some similarities. Jacobs has continued to maintain Louis Vuitton’s image as one of the most luxurious brands in the world, while still being able to put a personal stamp on the collections. For example the ‘cherry’ collection from Louis Vuitton that was so popular in the early 2000s shows a major similarity to the quirky prints used in the Marc-by-Marc Jacobs accessory line. These similarities in the designer’s collections shows that regardless of which brand he is representing he will stay true to his design aesthetic. “I didn’t know that Marc Jacobs designed for Louis Vuitton," said Depaul junior, Monique Filardi. "But now that I think about it I can totally see some of Marc Jacobs ideas being used in Louis Vuitton.” Today, Jacobs is 50 years old and is living in Paris where he and his team continue to dress millions of women around the world in some of the most luxurious and cutting edge designs.
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You're here for who? The DePaulia continues its look at the lesser-
By ANDREW MORRELL Contributing Writer
Wavves: Formed in San Diego in 2008, Wavves is the brainchild of musician
Nathan Williams. Their sound is decidedly noisy and lo-fi, although their songs can run the gamut from power chord thrashfests to reverb-soaked surf rock. The band was originally comprised of Williams on guitar and vocals with Ryan Ulsh on drums. The band gained notoriety based on the release of several EPs and cassettes on small labels before putting out a self-titled debut. This earned the blessing of Pitchfork writers and from then on, they were destined for greatness. A second LP titled "Wavvves" (see what they did there?) garnered even wider critical acclaim, somewhat to their detriment. Williams made no secret of his substance abuse, both in his songs and lifestyle, which is certainly par for the course in music today and posed a fair share of problems for the band. A breaking point of sorts occurred at the 2009Primavera Sound Music Festival in Barcelona. Williams, who admitted
known bands at Pitchfork and Lollapalooza
afterwards that he was heavily intoxicated during the performance, was unable to complete the set, instead fighting with Ulsh and insulting the crowd, before being booed off stage and pelted with bottles. Wavves cancelled their European tour after the incident, Ulsh quit and Williams admitted he had an alcohol problem. None of that managed to completely dissolve the band, as they are back with a new album titled "Afraid of Heights," and a new tour and drummer. Produced by John Hill, who has credits on records by artists such as Santigold and Shakira, brings a much cleaner sound to the band, in which several tracks deviate from their typical grunge fare. Williams has also been engaged in a side project called Sweet Valley, in which he produces some stellar instrumental hip-hop tracks, and just joined fellow Pitchfork performer Killer Mike on his tour. Add that to the fact that he's dating Best Coast's Bethany Cosentino, and you might as well call Williams the most prolific indie punk around.
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Angel Haze: A female rapper from Detroit, although now associated
Angel Haze
with the Brooklyn scene, has been in the spotlight for a remarkably small amount of time to already be making the festival rounds. And yes, it is necessary that I denote her as a "female rapper" first and foremost, since she represents hip-hop's recent fascination with artists who used to be considered less-than-marketable, such as women and non-heterosexuals. Until maybe 10 years ago at most, women rappers were something of a novelty item – they existed but were never much of a force in terms of record sales. Being a homosexual rapper was basically unheard of, and likely would've constituted career suicide instead of the selling point that it is today. As hip-hop penetrates deeper into mainstream culture, it seems to have begun to rid itself, for the most part, of traditional norms regarding who does the rapping and has become much more inclusive. Angel Haze has seized on this trend
and made the most of it, as well as the ease with which can get noticed in the world of YouTube and Soundcloud. She began releasing material online in 2012, and almost immediately took off, appearing on BET's Hip-Hop Awards that same year. She was then signed to Universal Republic and began getting her name on several year-end awards lists based solely on the strength of her EP titled "New York" – her only official release to date. Her most powerful single, "Werkin' Girls," showcases her effortlessly deft flow over typical trap beat. Another song of hers, a rework of Eminem's "Cleaning Out My Closet," features Haze getting incredibly personal about her troubled past, detailing her sexual abuse and how it moulded her. Aside from how Angel Haze is the latest in the industry's lineup of nonconventional rappers, if she is anything other than a talented lyricist, she is a refreshingly honest rapper. Rap music could certainly use a few more of those.
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Toro y Moi: Toro y Moi is the stage name of Chazwick Bradley
Bundick, who creates a palatable blend of chillwave and electronic dance music that is at once funky, ambient and generally cool. Hailing from South Carolina, he attended university with fellow chillwave auteur Ernest Greene, better known as the mastermind of Washed Out. For those unaware, chillwave is a somewhat distinct take on synthpop, typically consisting of breezy synths and downtempo beats. Toro y Moi took this formula, which came to prominence in the late 2000s thanks to Washed Out, Neon Indian and Panda Bear
among others, and made it incredibly groovy. His music is replete with punchy house beats and synth basslines, and Bundick's voice seductively glides over these elements to create music that is just as useful for relaxing as it may be for working out. His latest album, "Anything in Return," was well-received and is effectively an expansion of his previous work, incorporating lush blends of synths and catchy vocal hooks. It also incorporates more house music influences, which adds plenty to the chilled-out vibe of his tunes. Be sure to catch him at Pitchfork for some stellar grooves.
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Off-campus adventures: Pilsen By NICOLE CASH Contributing Writer
As the year draws to a close and the weather improves every day, it’s time to get out and explore those Chicago neighborhoods you’ve been neglecting all year. Instead of your usual commute to the Loop or Wrigleyville, hop on the Pink Line and get off at 18th Street. From there, you can begin to experience Mexican culture in the neighborhood of Pilsen. First, start the day with a trip to the National Museum of Mexican Art, located at 1852 W. 19th St. Admission is free, and the museum offers a variety of Mexican art, ranging from ancient pieces that depict the life of Mesoamericans to photographs of Mexican families to handmade, colorful works to more modern art. Current exhibits include “Santa Ana Condition: John Valadez,” “Puertas Abiertas (Open Doors)” and “Chaz Bojórquez: From the Streets to the Cloud.” The museum's pieces vary from folk art, paintings, sculptures, illustrations and textiles to photography and pieces from the historical Chicano movement. An exclusive upcoming event will show the works by Chaz Bojórquez, a man from Los Angeles who utilizes
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ABOVE, LEFT AND RIGHT: Colorful street art in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood. the graffiti he saw growing up during the Civil Rights era to express the Mexican-American experience. The event will take place Thursday, May 16 at 6 p.m. After spending some time discovering Mexican culture through art, your stomach is sure to be growling. Pilsen has a multitude of delicious Mexican
restaurants, but Taqueria El Milagro at 1923 S. Blue Island Ave. (a short walk from the 18th “L” stop) and Los Comales at 1544 W. 18th St. are great options. Both offer extensive menus of authentic Mexican food in large portions at very reasonable prices. The food will surely keep both you and your
wallet full. When you've had your fill of lunch, head to Panaderia El Acambaro, at 1720 W. 18th St. There you will find the best Mexican pastries: breads, tres leches cake, cookies and more. The array of breads and other sweets in this tiny, but neat, bakery will satisfy your sweet
tooth and will only cost you about $1 each. After dessert, it’s time to explore the neighborhood. Pilsen has a rich history of immigrants and an abundance of culture as a result. First inhabited by the Germans and Irish, the Czech took over the area in the 1800’s, naming Pilsen after a town in the Czech Republic. Many other Europeans called Pilsen home as well, but in the mid-1900s, the neighborhood received Latinos in great numbers. Today, the Latino and Mexican culture is very much alive with beautiful and bright murals painted on buildings, which offer positive messages advocating for social change. The many bakeries, shops and restaurants also show the mark of the Latino presence. Next time you're avoiding homework on the weekend or are simply craving some tasty Mexican food, head to Pilsen and enjoy a neighborhood rich with culture.
Ray Manzarek, DePaul alum, dies at 74 By LIZ PETERSON Contributing Writer Ray Manzarek, a musician, film director and producer, writer, past South Side resident, and DePaul University alumnus has recently passed away. Most notable for his keyboard work for the 1970s rock band The Doors, Manzarek died at a German clinic Monday, May 20, from complications with bile duct cancer. He was 74 years old. This has sparked fans, old and new, to appreciate what Manzarek brought to the world of music. Forming with vocalist Jim Morrison, drummer John Densmore, and guitarist Robby Krieger in 1965, The Doors quickly revolutionized the meaning of a rock band. Drawing great inspiration from Chicago blues, and creating their own sound by adding a psychedelic edge, The Doors had a certainly unique sound. Of any member in the band, Manzarek carried the most weight. The lack of bassist was covered up through his keyboard playing by using Manzarek’s left hand to play a bass line, and his right hand to play melody. In his early years, Manzarek enjoyed playing music and basketball. Jazz and blues greats were his early inspirations, which include Muddy Waters, John Coltrane and Miles Davis. This bluesy influence can be heard in tracks like “Light My Fire,” “Break On Through (To the Other Side)” and “Roadhouse Blues”. After studying economics at DePaul University, Manzarek traveled to Los Angeles to attend UCLA for film. This is where he was introduced to fellow film student, Jim Morrison, who quickly became his good friend and frontman for The Doors. Manzarek never believed that the music they were creating would become so popular. As a modest, educated man, he became very interested in the teachings of Transcendental Meditation. Through lectures given on the topic, he met the drummer and guitarist of The Doors. “You have to think in that individual moment in time, the Zen moment in time,” said Manzarek in an
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Ray Manzarek at a performance in 2012. interview with Billboard magazine in 2006. Inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame in 1993, The Doors are a symbol of 1960s music. Last year, the 40th anniversary re-release of 1971 album “L.A. Woman” was released. From all of this experience, Manzarek wanted to document his journey and the legend that the band had created. He has published a memoir titled “Light My Fire: My Life with the Doors,” and two novels titled “The Poet Exile” and “Snake Moon.” “The Poet Exile” explores the conspiracy that Morrison faked his death. His close connection to the subject allowed for a truly emotional story. Manzarek continued to grow as a musician, collaborating with artists who are shaping modern music. All three living members recorded a track called "Breakin' a Sweat" with Skrillex for the 2012 "Re:Generation" documentary. He even played keyboards on a “Weird Al” Yankovik song, an artist that older generations rarely understand for his sardonic lyrics and use of sampling. The man who had a passion for learning and knowledge didn’t ever stop pursuing what he loved. A musician who had a vision and a dream, and who follows through with it, is one that is celebrated. “We occupy these bodies for 70, 80, 90 years, and it's so much fun being alive on planet Earth that you want to keep this thing as fresh as you possibly can,” said Manzarek in a 2006 interview with Reuters.
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Find this and all of our DeJamz playlists on depauliaonline.com and on our spotify account By STEFANIE SAFAHI Staff Writer One thing this feature strives to do is introduce readers to good music. Over the past few months, we’ve covered everything from folk to EDM. We’ve paid tribute to some of the first bands we’ve ever loved, like the Spice Girls and ’N Sync, and we’ve gushed over the artists that headline our festivals and dominate our radio waves today, such as Beyoncé and Vampire Weekend. This week, it seemed right to take a look at some of rock’s greatest legends. Though many of us were
not necessarily alive to witness these artists in the height of their careers, each of these artists has had a real impact on the music we love today. 1. “Burning Love” by Elvis Presley: If his music alone hasn’t had a lasting impact on rock ‘n’ roll, his iconic pompadour hairstyle has certainly earned him lasting recognition and made him a permanent fixture in Vegas wedding chapels. There’s no doubt that you’ve all come across this song at some point, though. It captures the charm of the King of Rock in less than three minutes, which you can’t deny is an incredible feat.
2. “Franklin’s Tower” by Grateful Dead: Grateful Dead, man. Even at a college campus in 2013, you’re sure to find a few “Deadheads,” because these guys, led by the lyrical genius of the late Jerry Garcia, are one of the most avant-garde rock influences. Their carefree and uplifting “Franklin’s Tower” is a tribute to the group’s talent as songwriters and musicians. 3. “Mercedes Benz” by Janis Joplin: While you might recall some of Janis Joplin’s greatest hits like “Piece of My Heart” or “Try (Just a Little Bit Harder),” there is no denying the enduring power of this short but playful
song. Sung a cappella, this song arguably provides the most insight into the charismatic personality of one of rock’s greatest female legends. 4. “Fat Bottomed Girls” by Queen: As one of the British quartet’s top hits, “Fat Bottomed Girls” is an undying, stereoblasting hit that has been covered by artists from Kid Rock to Phillip Phillips. But to be clear: no one can ever get on Freddie Mercury’s level – sorry, Kid Rock. There’s no doubt about the influential clout that Queen procured through the release of countless rock hits like this one. 5. “Peace of Mind” by
Boston: Not to be overshadowed by other major rock groups, this group undeniably fits into the category of hard rock’s pioneers. With singles like this, Boston shows off their skills as both lyricists and guitarists. 6. “Touch Me” by The Doors: One of the group’s catchiest tunes, this groovy love song has yet to fade in influence. The recent death of native Chicagoan and Doors’ keyboardist Ray Manzarek has prompted a renewed appreciation for the group, which is remembered for many countless hits sung by the late, but ever brilliant, Jim Morrison.
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End of an era
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Urlacher retires with legacy intact By DAVID WEBBER Assistant Sports Editor
First there was Dick Butkus. Then there was Mike Singletary. Now, Chicago can add Brian Urlacher to its Mount Rushmore of generational linebackers. An era came to an end May 22 when Urlacher announced his retirement via Twitter. After a dramatic few weeks when the 13-year pro’s status was still in the air, Urlacher gained a few more fans when he decided to retire after a career with one ballclub. Urlacher’s career numbers are mind-boggling. He started 180 games in 13 seasons, was elected to eight Pro Bowls, piled up a team-record 1,779 tackles, recorded 41.5 sacks, nabbed 22 interceptions, recovered 16 fumbles and forced 11. He played the third most games in Chicago Bears history, and leaves as one of the most decorated and most beloved players in the history of the franchise. Urlacher is the rare player who not only retires with one club, but retires on generally good terms with the club. It wasn’t exactly smooth sailing at the end — Urlacher denied a contract offer from the Bears because he thought he deserved more money — but in the end, cooler heads prevailed and Urlacher realized he’d rather
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In this Dec. 18, 2011 file photo, Urlacher walks off the field after a game against the Seattle Seahawks in Chicago. retire as a Bear than toil as a probably backup with another team. Herein lies the Urlacher everyone knows and loves. The man was a great player, but a class act as well. He never got into trouble off the field and ultimately felt his legacy as a Bear was more important than anything else. During Urlacher’s career, the Bears finished in the top five in the NFL in defense five times, and no team forced more turnovers than Chicago in that span. His impact was universal across the field. He was a tackling machine who was
impossible to run consistently on, and was just as good when it came to covering tight ends and running backs out of the backfield. Simply put, he was one of the best all-around linebackers in the NFL. Is Urlacher a Hall of Famer? Some may point to his early retirement as an argument against his candidacy but make no mistake: he’ll have a bust in Canton someday soon, immortalized forever next to the other greats from the incomparable class of Bears linebackers who have shaped and redefined the position for decades.
Jackson addresses one of the most talked about player comparisons in his 334-page account, appeasing fans’ undying debate. In the news himself seemingly every other week, Jackson addressed rumors he might take over at the helm of an NBA squad, saying bluntly, “I have no intention of coaching.” Passed over by the Lakers organization prior to the 2012-2013 season for head coach Mike D’Antoni, Jackson found solace in his newfound freedom. “The idea that I didn’t have to coach was a relief for me, because it felt like I was gonna have to come back and rescue,” said Jackson. “I’d been through that in 2004-05 when I returned to the Lakers before. Even though my fiancée is part of that family and part of the hierarchy in that organization, I really didn’t want to get pulled in.” In addition to discussing his personal life, Jackson talked about the triangle offense, the triple-post offensive strategy in basketball he helped popularize. “The triangle offense that we promoted all those years and thought was such a fine system has really been denigrated, I think, over the last three or four seasons,” he said. “A lot of people point to it as too difficult to run, too Photo courtesy of MCT Campus difficult an offense for present day NBA basketball, and I Jackson during a game against the don’t think it’s true.” Washington Wizards at the Verizon Jackson said dribble- Center, Feb. 3, 2007. drives and high screen-rolls in today’s game, while often effective, don’t compare to the selfless triangle offense system he made synonymous with team basketball for so long. Jackson, who won six championships with the Chicago Bulls (1989 through 1998) and five with the Los Angeles Lakers (2000 to 2010), holds the record for most championships in NBA history as a head coach. Known for his coaching techniques that are influenced by Eastern philosophy and spiritual teachings, the “Zen Master” will forever be among the pantheon of great pro sports coaches. For now, Jackson is done adding to his coaching resume. With 11 rings under his belt, Jackson can enjoy life just a little more without the pressure of winning games, resting his successful soul for the next chapter.
Center of attention: Kirk is fifth Demon to transfer By MATT PARAS Staff Writer There’s a major shift at the big man position for the upcoming men’s basketball season. Starting center Donnavan Kirk was granted his release from DePaul after two seasons with the team. This is his second transfer in his collegiate career – Kirk left Miami after the 2010-2011 season. With Kirk set to leave, the men’s basketball team landed a quality transfer with Purdue forward Sandi Marcius committing to DePaul for his senior season. The moves come as a surprise. As a junior, Kirk saw major improvement throughout the course of last season. He averaged 6.2 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.6 blocks per game in 25.3 minutes per game last season. It was a development over his previous season, where he averaged 3.5 points per game in 18 minutes a game. WeAreDePaul.com first reported the news as did Jorge Milan of the Palm Beach Post. No reason was given
as to why Kirk wanted to transfer in those reports and the DePaul Athletic Department declined to comment. Kirk himself retweeted the reports on his Twitter account. He has been granted permission to contact other universities about transfer options. The 6-foot-9-inch Marcius played in a limited role during his three seasons at Purdue, but improved his quality of play down the stretch of last season. In his last 11 games, Marcius shot 56 percent from the field and averaged 6.1 points per game. Marcius’ transfer comes after a month-long battle with Purdue and head coach Matt Painter. To be eligible to play, Marcius would have needed to be a graduate school senior and enroll in summer classes. However, according to reports, Purdue would not pay for those classes, which could cost as much as Photo Courtesy of DEPAUL ATHLETICS $7,000. Donnavan Kirk averaged 6.3 points in “We have invested four years and 31 games during the 2012-2013 seasignificant resources into helping Sandi son. devlop from both an educational and athletic standpoint,” said Painter in great final year in our program.” While it’s not clear on what happened an April statement. “Certainly, having Sandi here for a fifth year was in our with Marcius’ summer classes, what’s plans and we anticipated him having a clear now is that he is a Blue Demon.
Evan Daniels of Scout.com first reported the story and also reported that he’ll be eligible immediately. The moves with Kirk and Marcius are not the only moves the Blue Demons have made this offseason to improve the quality of bigs. DePaul has added other big men through recruiting. Players such as Tommy Hamilton Jr., Greg Sequele and Forrest Robinson were added to provide size and fit in head coach Oliver Purnell’s up-tempo system. Hamilton is the son of former NBA player Tommy Hamilton Sr. and is from the Chicago area. He played his senior year of high school at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla. Hamilton is 6 feet 10 inches tall and also played three seasons at Chicago’s Whitney Young High School. Robinson is also 6 feet 10 inches tall, transferring from South Plains Junior College. Robinson averaged 1.6 points and 1.2 rebounds per game in his freshman season. Sequele is a 6-foot-9 junior college transfer, coming from Citrus Junior College where he averaged 2.9 points and 2.1 rebounds a game.
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Beards for a cause
By JESSICA LUDWIG Contributing Writer
Ladies, it’s that time of year. Don’t bother adding Gillette ProGlide or aftershave to the grocery list because the playoff beard is back. Five o’clock shadows increase across the Midwest, as the Chicago Blackhawks battle through the semifinal round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. According to Pro Sports Extra, the playoff beard is a tradition started back in the 1980s by the New York Islanders. Since then, it has taken hockey fans everywhere by storm. It involves the theory of not shaving one’s facial hair from the time the playoffs begin until their team is either eliminated from contention or until they win the Stanley Cup. This tradition is not taken lightly. NBC Sports Network projects the Chicago Blackhawks and Pittsburgh Penguins as the favorites to meet for the Stanley Cup in the 2013 NHL playoffs. This may mean the razors and shaving cream may stay locked away long enough to give Chicago fans the true experience of the playoff beard’s full effects. The NHL playoff beard is traditionally known to represent the passion and support that each fan has for his favorite hockey team throughout the Stanley Cup playoffs. It is also a sign of masculinity. However, since 2009, the playoff beard
support of your team and raises money for a great cause. It needs to be advertised during every game.” Currently, the Boston Bruins lead in the 2013 Beard-A-Thon team rankings with over $71,000 and the Blackhawks hold fifth place with about $11,500 raised towards team charities. The official Beard-A-Thon website can be accessed at www.beardathon.com where fans can enter to participate or pledge for their favorite team. “I grew one every year they were in since 2009,” said Bender. “I’ve played on hockey teams for six years now, so it’s a symbol of team bonding and traditions that goes back to the old times.” In addition to the NHL Beard-AThon, this year CSN Chicago is holding a playoff beard challenge for Chicago Blackhawks fans. Participants enter the Photo courtesy of JOHN BENDER progress of their playoff beards following John Bender, a participant in the 2013 NHL Beard-A-Thon, displays the prog- each game resulting in the Blackhawks ress his playoff beard has made since the start of the Stanley Cup playoffs. continuance in the playoffs. The winner of this challenge will receive an allhas taken a whole new meaning. NHL teams by raising $91,000 for the exclusive men’s grooming package. The NHL Beard-A-Thon began Mario Lemieux Foundation. The 2010 So when you’re passing a playoff during the 2009 Stanley Cup playoffs. Stanley Cup champions and their fans beard on the street, recognize a fellow Team players and fans participate in this raised $41,000 for Chicago Blackhawks Chicago sports fan and possibly a man beard-growing showdown. The purpose charities, and Washington Capitals fans contributing to good causes. Maybe he is to grow beards to raise funds for NHL raised $38,000 for Capitals charities. needs to feel that masculine camaraderie. team charities. Over the last four years, “I think it’s very underrated and it Whatever it may be, as long as the this Beard-A-Thon has raised some huge should be promoted way more than it Hawks continue their run in the 2013 sums of money for charities throughout actually is,” said John Bender, 24, of Stanley Cup playoffs, the playoff beard the U.S. Chicago, Ill. Bender is a contestant in will live on. The NHL website states that in this year’s NHL Beard-A-Thon. “It’s 2010, the Pittsburgh Penguins led all a charity people can get into. It shows
COMMENTARY
Rose-dud: Bulls star’s promise yields no return
By MATT PARAS Staff Writer
After Derrick Rose’s injury last season, many fans called for the team to retool so that it could contend immediately once he returned. For the most part, the Bulls did retool. They added three serviceable point guards in Nate Robinson, Kirk Hinrich and Marquis Teague, along with the shooting guard they had been looking for in Marco Belinelli. All of this was fine except for one major fact – Rose never played a minute in 2013. This might be old news, but with the Bulls’ season finally over, Rose’s injury stings just as much as it did when he went down in Game 3 against the 76ers last year. What was supposed to be a triumphant return ended up being a disappointment that left fans rightfully angry. It didn’t help with all the media attention that was brought to Rose’s situation, particularly in the playoffs. Having stolen the first game in Miami, the writing was on the wall for Rose to return to the United Center and make an impact for Game 3. The storyline was so perfect that some could have seen it as a distraction. However, don’t blame the media for the letdown of Rose not playing. The Bulls, and more importantly Rose himself, never ruled him out officially for the series. Leading up to Game 1 against the Heat, Rose described his status to a pool of reporters as “still up in the air. I might have a chance.” Rose’s decision to sit out the entire
a sore hip. Even Nate Robinson and Taj Gibson dealt with the flu in the Nets series, but willed themselves to play. Coach Tom Thibodeau got the best out of what he had available, using brilliant defensive schemes and instilling a mental toughness in his team. Rose never displayed that toughness at any point in the whole process. Rose let his team down, whether his teammates want to admit it or not. He let his city down. Perhaps the most cynical part of this are the comments that Reggie Rose, Rose’s brother, made to ESPN Chicago in February. “It’s frustrating to see my brother play his heart and soul out for the team and them not put anything around him,” said Rose. “What pieces have you put together for a physical playoffs?” While Derrick didn’t agree with his brother publicly, the damage was already done. Throughout this whole saga, one can’t help but wonder if Rose would have Photo courtesy of MCT CAMPUS been more eager to return if the Bulls had a player the caliber of Lebron James or Chicago Bulls' Rip Hamilton, Nazr Mohammed, Derrick Rose and Taj Gibson, Dwyane Wade. from left, stroll through a hotel in Miami on Tuesday, May 7, 2013. We’ve seen the commercial that adidas 2012-2013 campaign was based on the an ACL tear and rush for over 2,000 yards. put out once Rose began his rehab, a fact he wasn’t mentally prepared to see In the NBA, Iman Shumpert, who tore campaign that utilized that now-legendary full game action. He had been practicing his ACL the same day as Rose, returned Twitter hashtag, #TheReturn. It begins 5-on-5 since March with his teammates, and helped the Knicks during their recent with the Kevin Harlan dialogue of Rose going down, then a quick transition to but never felt like the explosive Derrick playoff run. Rose of old. What’s more frustrating is that in Rose holding his knee, fans devastated. We It’s a hard predicament to judge him the meantime, the Bulls battled through get footage of Rose going through physical for. What if Rose returned less than injuries themselves. Joakim Noah fought therapy, while the city stops for him. The music builds. Soon, it changes confident and he injured himself again? throughout the playoffs with planter to clapping and we see Rose, in a Bulls Rose’s teammates and his fellow NBA fasciitis in his foot. Luol Deng was battling uniform, ready to walk through that tunnel. players aren’t judging Rose for not playing, flu-like symptoms until they worsened, The commercial ends with “All in for so why should fans? causing him to miss the entire Heat series D-Rose #thereturn.” Then again, during Rose’s recovery the because of complications from a spinal Chicago is done waiting. world saw Adrian Peterson recover from tap. Hinrich missed the Heat series with
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Athletes in action Religion driving Demon spirit
By DANIEL GAITAN Contributing Writer The goalie for DePaul’s women’s soccer team quietly prays to God before each game, for a sense of calm and faith. Megan Pyrz, 20, is now working to start Athletes in Action, a Christian ministry for student athletes, to help others live out their faith. Already involved with the DePaul chapter of Campus Crusade for Christ, also known as Cru, part of a nationwide evangelical organization for college students, Pyrz is looking to fill a void. There is currently no organization specifically for Christian athletes at DePaul, and Athletes in Action (AIA) is one of Cru’s ministries. Pyrz is passionate about starting the new organization because she credits her faith to both her athletic and academic successes. “My faith helps me center myself, it is easy to get caught up in all the emotions before the game,” said Pyrz. “It helps me keep my sanity. A few years ago, I used to view faith, school, soccer and other parts of my life separately, but I realized I can integrate my faith into everything-- it helps give a purpose to everything I do.” The biology major was raised Roman Catholic but maintains she is a non-denominational Christian, although those of other traditions would be welcome in a future AIA. Pyrz first heard of AIA from athletes at Northwestern University. Pyrz has been working with student leaders from Northwestern’s AIA, since they too are trying to branch out. “They are pouring into me and telling me what to do next. Our long-term concrete
goal is to be a sanctioned organization at DePaul,” said Pryz. Because DePaul has yet to approve AIA, it is difficult to make use of school resources and “get the word out.” Loyola and Dominican University also have similar programs. “Sports is a universal language with the powerful ability to shape a culture, heal a nation, break down political, racial and economic barriers and restore national pride,” the AIA website states. Started in 1966, the AIA now boasts more than 650 staff members and 7,500 volunteers in almost 100 countries, working to build “spiritual movements everywhere through the platform of sport so that everyone knows someone who truly follows Jesus.” Men’s soccer player Thiago Ganancio, 20, has also been working to start AIA. “It’s been a struggle,” said Ganancio, a marketing major, noting the slow process of getting a new organization approved. “We know it takes time – we talked with the athletic directors and are waiting.” Ganancio, who also describes himself as a nondenominational Christian, has started inviting teammates to private Bible studies. “Faith has always been a part of my life,” said Ganancio, who lived in Brazil until he was 12. “Once I came to the U.S. I really found the importance of it, since I MAX KLEINER | The DePaulia didn’t have any friends and was learning a new language. Faith gave me strength.”
Zen is ‘Eleven’
Phil Jackson tells tales of success in new book By JULIAN ZENG Sports Editor Life is good for Phil Jackson. Two years removed from winning the 2010-2011 NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers in his last season, Jackson has welcomed retirement and has no intention of returning to the sidelines. He’s now committed to being with fiancée Jeannie Buss (Lakers’ VP of business operations), watching the playoffs of the game he loves on TV and delving into the “weird world of Twitter.” The rest of Jackson’s free time has been spent writing his new book, “Eleven Rings: The Soul of Success,” which he co-wrote with Hugh Delehanty. As part of the Chicago Tribune’s Printers Row events series, Jackson sat down with K.C. Johnson, the Tribune’s Bulls beat writer, at Palmer House Hilton May 23, to discuss his seventh book, now
available in hardcover. “There’s that personal feeling you get from dialogue with a reader and with an author when you’re participating in a book,” said Jackson. “I think it’s brought me closer to individuals to give them an inside look into some of the things that go on in a very varied coaching career that I’ve had.” Johnson called Jackson’s work his “most revealing, personal book,” filled with anecdotes of moments with family, as well as how his prostate cancer diagnosis in March 2011 affects his well-being today. Having coached some of the best teams and players the league has ever seen, Jackson has been a firsthand witness to greatness matched only by his own. Two of the game’s elite talents, Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant, have been products of Jackson’s coaching. From making Jordan the ultimate team player — embracing selflessness in
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lieu of a chance at a scoring title — to transforming a teenaged Bryant into one of basketball’s great leaders, See JACKSON, page 25
Left: Phil Jackson's new book, "Eleven Rings," out now in hardcover. Above: Jackson reacts to an official's call against the Dallas Mavericks in Game 2 of the NBA's Western Conference semifinal, May 4.
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