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Crime rates up in Lincoln Park, double in Loop By Bianca Cseke Online Editor
A 35-year-old man was critically wounded after being shot early Sunday morning in the 400 block of West Fullerton Parkway, an area typically considered among the safest in the city. It was the latest in a series of violent crimes near DePaul’s Lincoln Park and Loop campuses. The man was standing on the sidewalk at about 2 a.m. when someone shot him
from a red SUV, striking him throughout the body, the Chicago Tribune reported. No one was in custody at press time and students did not receive a public safety alert about the incident as of 4 p.m. Sunday. The summer’s headlines included a recent graduate slashed in the face, an attempted kidnapping of a 13-year-old girl, a shooting near Theater on the Lake, a string of robberies on the “L” and in the Loop and a stabbing on the Red Line near Wintrust Arena.
All of those incidents occurred near DePaul’s Lincoln Park and Loop campuses, which have generally been considered safe neighborhoods. Crime has increased by about 40 percent this year around Lincoln Park and nearly 108 percent around the Loop campus, according to statistics from the Chicago Data Portal. The 43rd Ward, where the Lincoln Park campus is located, has seen 2,033 crimes reported to Chicago police between Jan. 1
and Sept. 2 in 2019, compared to 1,452 by that point in 2018. Meanwhile, the Loop campus’ neighborhood, in the 42nd Ward, had seen 11,368 by Sept. 2 this year, compared to 5,470 by that point in 2018. Though violent crime — which includes homicide, assault, battery, criminal sexual assault and robbery — does not make up the majority of crime in either ward, they
See CRIME, page 6-7
Leitao to recieve extension following NCAA sanctions By Shane Rene Editor-in-Chief
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Scott Ingerson blows a giant bubble during the Loop Block Party held at Pritzker Park on Wednesday from 2-5 p.m. The Loop Block Party is one of the numerous free events during Welcome Week 2019. Welcome Week also now includes an event at Wintrust Arena for incoming freshman.
Anonymous benefactors give $20 million By Ella Lee Arts & Life Editor
A $20 million gift anonymously donated to DePaul allowed for the creation of The Grace School of Applied Diplomacy, a new school intended to encourage diplomatic approaches to a wide range of disciplines. The school will be temporarily housed in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. Before The Grace School was announced, a program for applied diplomacy at DePaul was already in the works for 18 months, according to Carol Hughes, executive director of news and integrated content at DePaul. In spring, both the undergraduate and graduate programs were undergoing final approval and were expected to be available to students this fall. But several months ago, she continued, DePaul “approached the anonymous benefactors with a request to help transform the program into a school.”
“This program is a very ‘DePaul’ thing.”
Guillermo Vásquez de Velasco
Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences “The benefactors are totally committed to the Vincentian mission and understand what the university is about,” said Guillermo Vásquez de Velasco, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences. “They were attracted by the high impact that applied diplomacy will have in providing the world with citizen diplomats to build a better world. And, in true Vincentian spirit, they don’t want any type of recognition.” In addition to emphasizing the Vincentian values of the university, The Grace School’s name is intended to draw attention to its specific mission. “The name of the school — Grace — reflects what this program is designed to
convey, which is to inspire students to enter into a deep level of collaboration with a diverse array of individuals and communities in order to go against the grain regarding the way in which many human interactions are conducted, and to build bridges as a bulwark against fear, hatred, distrust and cynicism,” said David Wellman, inaugural director of the school, in a press release. The new Applied Diplomacy degree, which will be granted by The Grace School, will require coursework that stretches across multiple disciplines, which is an intentional aspect of the degree.
See DONORS, page 4
For close to two decades, DePaul’s men’s basketball program has been searching for a head coach that can return the Blue Demons to their winning ways. This past Thursday the university doubled down on current head coach Dave Leitao, announcing his contract will be extended through the 2023-24 basketball season. Since DePaul men’s basketball coach Dave Leitao took command of the program for a second time in 2015, the Blue Demons have ended their season on the bottom rung of the Big East standings three times in four years with a total record of 50-81 (15-56 in conference play). On top of that poor performance, Leitao and his staff were charged with NCAA sanctions for violating ethical rules, which resulted in a three game suspension for the embattled head coach and a three-year probation for the program. At the end of July, the NCAA released a public infractions decision which ruled that DePaul had violated recruiting guidelines when a former associate head coach — Rick Carter, who was fired at the end of the 2017 season and has not returned to work in college basketball — arranged to have a recruit live with DePaul’s assistant director of basketball operations to ensure that he was completing his coursework to maintain NCAA eligibility. The report concluded that the assistant director did not complete the coursework for the player, but ensured tests were taken and that the player was taking steps to remain eligible. “The student-athlete met eligibility requirements and enrolled at the university,” the release stated. “Because the arrangement was an impermissible recruiting benefit, the committee said the studentathlete competed while ineligible. The arrangement also involved impermissible recruiting contact, which caused the men’s basketball program to exceed the number of allowable coaches.” At the time, Bryan Tibaldi was serving as director of basketball operations and Baba Diallo was
See EXTENTION, page 27
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Before you take a seat on the Smoker’s Steps, there are a few things you must know about campus culture By Mackenzie Murtaugh & Patsy Newitt News Editor & Asst. News Editor
So, you’ve decided to become a Blue Demon at DePaul, the home of a competitive theatre program, urban campus and a less-than-stellar basketball team. Regardless of your reason for attending DePaul, you’ve joined a slightly perplexing campus of art school kids, commuters, frat boys and computer science students. You might be a little nervous, coming into a new city of 2.7 million people with no parental supervision, a pocket full of meal swipes and relatives warning you about the danger of Chicago winter. Here at The DePaulia, we have compiled a list of some tips, tricks and resources that we think you should know as a new student. To begin, you should know that St. Vincent de Paul, known colloquially as Vinny, will follow you for these next few years. His image, along with his campus counterpart St. Louise de Marillac, spans the halls and windows. DePaul is the largest Catholic university in the nation as of 1998, and Vinny iconography is one of many examples of the school’s commitment to maintaining its religious foundation. But you don’t have to be Catholic to enjoy all that DePaul has to offer. As of 2017, only 38 percent of incoming freshmen identified as Catholic. So as a new student, you can — and should — embrace Vinny as an integral part of DePaul’s campus. You don’t have to think too hard about his Catholic affiliation. It’s important to remember that you can get involved at DePaul despite the perceived lack of campus culture. Campus culture is whatever you make it, whether that’s through Greek life, extracurriculars or on the Smoker’s Steps outside the SAC building. Join a club, join The DePaulia, go to a DAB-sponsored event, pretend to smoke a cigarette — the opportunities are endless. And don’t forget to get involved outside of DePaul — Chicago has 77 neighborhoods, over 60 museums and 570 parks. Look up student discounts and take advantage of your U-Pass. Chicago starts to feel smaller when you’re venturing outside the four-block radius of the Lincoln Park Campus or the Red Line from Fullerton to Jackson. When you’re on campus, don’t overlook DePaul’s multitude of resources that will be beneficial in your next fouror-so years — you’re paying a lot of money to be here, so why not exploit this university for all it’s worth? The Writing Center offers completely free peer-to-peer tutoring by students who are genuinely interested in writing and editing. It’s almost like DePaul is paying someone to do your homework for you — they will improve your papers at no cost. The Writing Center is a great resource for improving writing skills and a go-to for when you’re struck with the inevitable incapacitating writer’s block that comes from staring at a paper for hours. DePaul’s Idea Realization Lab in 14 E.
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A student walks through the Quad on one of the coldest day’s ever recorded in Chicago, Jan. 30, 2019. This day fell during the beginning of DePaul’s Winter Quarter last year.
Chicago starts to feel smaller when you’re venturing outside the fourblock radius of the Lincoln Park Campus or the Red Line from Fullerton to Jackson.
Jackson Blvd. Room 310 gives students the opportunity to screen print, 3D print or sew for free after taking workshops to learn how to use the machinery. Having access to a screen printer is not commonplace and the equipment is expensive. Print some posters. Demon Discounts offer discounts on anything from movie tickets (AMC offers $8.50 tickets for DePaul students) to segway tours (15 percent off tickets to Segway Experience of Chicago). Flash that student ID and hop on your segway — it’s what St. Vincent de Paul would have wanted. The Center for Students with Disabilities isn’t just for students with registered disabilities. They can be a resource for communicating with professors about accommodations for anything from ADHD to anxiety. They can help you craft emails to send your professors and give tips to manage workloads and various academiarelated struggles. For freshmen, Chicago Quarter
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Mentors are there if you need anything. And when Fall Quarter ends and you bid farewell to the CQMs, the New Student and Family Engagement office has Student Success Coaches who will reach out during Winter Quarter. From registering for classes to restaurant recommendations, they’re here to help. They’re paid to be a hub of resources and a point of contact so don’t be afraid to reach out. While this isn’t an all-inclusive list, we hope these resources will help you in the next few years. The transition to college can be tough, so take advantage of what Chicago and DePaul has to offer and make your time here as successful as
possible. General Tips: Don’t go to Brownstones before your 9:40 a.m. class and don’t go to the Bean after your 9:40 class. The chairs in the Demon Den are really uncomfortable, but the chairs in Arts and Letters Hall are not. The Loop library sucks, but the John T. Richardson Library in the Lincoln Park has some of the best quiet places on campus. The Art Institute of Chicago is free for DePaul students, and it’s only a short walk from the Loop campus. There are no Mac computers in the Lincoln Park campus that aren’t on the first floor of the Library. Use the Loop Patio on the top floor of the 1 E. Jackson Blvd. building while it’s still warm. There’s a gym in the basement of the College of Computing and Digital Media building in the Loop.
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A. Gabriel Esteban, Ph.D., president of DePaul, left and Guillermo Vásquez de Velasco, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, right.
DONORS continued from front “Usually schools of diplomacy produce diplomats,” Vásquez de Velasco said. “All professions under the sun hold the potential to house diplomats. It’s a business person looking at international trade and a religious leader looking for interreligious collaboration, in addition to traditional diplomats.” He added that he hopes the school’s training can stretch as far as students interested in seemingly unrelated fields, like sports, citing the Olympics as sometimes the “largest diplomatic event in the world.” Other skills the school’s teachings are intended to foster include professionalism, collaboration, ethics and empathy, he said. “We live in a world where our differences are frequently weaponized to divide us,” Vásquez de Velasco said. “What we hope is to go in the other direction, creating professionals and training them in the art of bridging between differences and maximizing potential for interdisciplinary collaboration.” Classes for the degree program will be held at both the Lincoln Park and Loop campuses, Hughes said. So far, the coursework crosses over more than 20 fields of study within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. By the time The Grace School was publically announced, there were already courses in place and students enrolled in the classes. Those courses began Sept. 11. In addition to establishing the school and degrees, the gift will be used to “increase experiential learning opportunities, transform the demographic profile of college graduates who apply for jobs in diplomacy and connect faculty and students with professional and citizen diplomats,” according to a press release. Vásquez de Velasco said that despite the new degrees’ crossover into other programs, those programs are not expected to change because of it. “Every new undergraduate program we create is prepared to take the plug-in of a minor and each graduate program is prepared to take a certificate plug-in,”
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David Wellman, associate professor of religious studies and inaugural director of The Grace School.
“The benefactors are totally committed to the Vincentian mission and understand what the university is about. They were attracted by the high impact that applied diplomacy will have in providing the world with citizen diplomats to build a better world. And, in true Vincentian spirit, they don’t want any type of recognition.”
Guillermo Vasquez de Velasco
Dean of the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences he said. “We hope to go to the business school and ask for a minor in business, then the law school communications school to see if these schools can develop certificates and minors to plug in so that there is truly a multi-professional nature and university-wide impact.” This fall, DePaul is offering 120
classes to contribute to the BA in Applied Diplomacy, many of which are crosslisted with other degrees, Vásquez de Velasco added. He said the university foresees an enrollment increase of 10 percent in the degree — not because of students switching their majors or colleges, but because of the crossover that
the new degree encourages. “This program is a very ‘DePaul’ thing,” Vásquez de Velasco said. “This is happening here because it takes a locational focus to understand the opportunity, taking leadership for the common good and realizing that citizens can be diplomats.”
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DePaul hires new Title IX coordinator, retitles position By Ella Lee Arts & Life Editor
DePaul has hired Ann M. Skiffington as the university’s new director of gender equity. The position, previously called “Title IX coordinator,” was filled by Skiffington on Sept. 9. Before joining DePaul, Skiffington held the position of vice president of human resources for Midtown Athletic Clubs where she “oversaw the company’s response to all reports of discrimination, harassment (including sexual misconduct), and retaliation,” according to an email from Ashley Knight, DePaul’s associate vice president for student affairs and interim Title IX coordinator. The email also said Skiffington designed and implemented training programs and provided advice on employee relations issues including accommodating individuals with disabilities. When asked about Skiffington’s availability to be interviewed for this story, Knight told The DePaulia she was “busy being oriented to the position,” and thus, unable to comment. She indicated Skiffington will be available
for comment in coming weeks. Skiffington’s official title, “director of gender equity (Title IX coordinator),” does not change the responsibilities that come along with the position. “During the summer, the Division of Student Affairs reviewed the job description and decided to re-title the position Director of Gender Equity (Title IX Coordinator) to more accurately describe the responsibilities of the position,” Knight said in an email. “The DGE responds not only to sexual and relationship violence concerns but also discrimination and harassment concerns based on sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and parental status.” The position opened up in May when Jessica Landis, the former Title IX coordinator, left the university. In June, Knight told The DePaulia when Landis left, she became the interim coordinator on May 21. Kristin Mathews, assistant director of news and integrated content, confirmed Landis’ leave in June, but said she could not address why, citing that “it’s [DePaul’s] longstanding practice not to comment on personnel matters.”
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Bomb threat called into Loop campus building By Shane rené Editor-in-Chief
All offices in 55 E. Jackson on DePaul’s Loop Campus were evacuated just before 3:30 p.m. Thursday afternoon after an unconfirmed bomb threat was called into the 22nd floor, where DePaul’s executive offices including that of President A. Gabriel Esteban are located. After roughly 40 minutes, Chicago Police searched and cleared the building, allowing staff to re-enter. According to evacuees waiting and watching across the street, staff was alerted via email at 3:23 that an unconfirmed bomb threat had been
called into the 22nd floor and were instructed to evacuate immediately. DePaul Public Safety, Allied Universal Security Service and Chicago Police were all on the scene. After the initial evacuation the sidewalk in front of the building and across the street was teaming with evacuated staff and curious pedestrians. The street was never closed down or evacuated during CPD’s investigation. DePaul notified students, faculty and staff that all classes and events went on as scheduled. DePaul has yet to notify about a shooting that occurred Sunday morning, 2 a.m. on West Fullerton Parkway and North Clark Street where a 35-year-old man is in critical condition.
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6| News. The DePaulia. Sept. 16, 2019 CRIME continued from front have made up a larger percentage of all crimes so far this year in both wards than they had by this time last year. Violent crime made up about 14 percent of incidents in the 43rd ward by September 2018, and it increased to 18.3 percent by Sept. 2 of this year. By far, the most common crimes reported near both campuses was theft with 5,940 in the Loop and 902 in Lincoln Park, both by Sept. 2 this year. Summer 2019 saw several violent incidents that dominated headlines. A 22-year-old woman, who the university confirmed graduated in June with a degree in anthropology, was attacked and slashed in the face and throat while walking home about 3:30 a.m. on July 18. Chicago police said the incident occurred near the corner of Fullerton Avenue and Halsted Street, near the music school buildings, and that it was believed to be sexually motivated. A man who may be connected to the incident was arrested in Texas last month, police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi wrote in a Twitter post. Also in July, police said CTA passengers were being targeted in a string of robberies that occurred on CTA trains and platforms. The robberies included: One at the Jackson Blue Line station on July 27 One at the Harrison Red Line
station on July 26 One at the Washington Blue Line station on July 24 Two at the Roosevelt Red Line station on July 23 and 28, respectively Police did not say whether anyone had been arrested in connection with any of the robberies as of Sunday afternoon. In another July incident, a man was stabbed to death onboard a Red Line train near the Chinatown stop, near DePaul’s Wintrust Arena. Tony Polk, who was recently paroled for armed robbery, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the July 13 death of 54-year-old Tony Johnson. Police said Johnson was trying to protect another passenger from being stabbed. Seven people were hospitalized after a shooting July 20 near Theater on the Lake on Fullerton Avenue and Lake Shore Drive in Lincoln Park. A verbal altercation broke out between the two groups and led to gunfire, “with individuals from both groups firing handguns at one another,” according to the Chicago Tribune. Most recently, a 13-year-old girl was the victim of an attempted kidnapping Sept. 4 in Lincoln Park, according to a community alert from Chicago police. The girl was walking north along Orchard Street from Lincoln Avenue when a man suddenly came up behind her on a bicycle and “smacked her on the buttocks with
his hand,” the alert said. He then Reactions to these incidents have tried to grab the child’s arm, a Chi- been mixed from the DePaul comcago police spokeswoman told the munity. Chicago Tribune. CRIME continued on next page
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LINCOLN PARK CAMPUS SEPT. 4 1) A Theft of Bicycle report was filed for a bike taken from the Schmitt Academic Center bike rack.
from the room.
SEPT. 9 4) A Suspicion of Marijuana report was filed in Munroe Hall. No drugs were found.
SEPT. 6 2) A Theft of Bicycle report was filed for a bike SEPT. 10 5) A Theft of Bicycle report was filed for a bike taken from the rack at 1150 W. Fullerton. SEPT. 8 3) A Suspicion of Marijuana report was filed in Seton Hall. Paraphenalia and alcohol was removed
taken from the Quad bike rack. Offender was taken into custody by the Chicago Police.
Other
LOOP CAMPUS SEPT. 4 6) A Criminal
Trespass report was filed for someone sleeping at the DePaul Center.
SEPT. 6 7) A Verbal Threat
report was filed for a staff member being threatened in the DePaul Center.
SEPT. 9 8) A Criminal Damage to Property report was filed for a person urinating on the carpet in DePaul Center.
SEPT. 10 9) A Bettery report was filed for an incident in front of the Lewis Center.
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How to stay safe on campus: - Avoid walking alone late at night. Travel in groups whenever possible and stay in well-lit areas. Avoid people on the street who you are concerned may present a problem. - Be aware of your surroundings and don’t leave valuables unattended. That means keeping your music’s volume low enough that you can easily hear what’s going on around you, and not leaving your valuables out in the open. When riding public transportation, hold on to your phone or keep it in a closed bag when you’re not using it.
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CRIME continued from previous page New students The DePaulia spoke to said the incident hadn’t deterred them from attending the university, some saying that the attack happened late at night. “It happened at like 3 a.m.,” Natalie Lockett, a transfer sophomore at DePaul, said about the attack on the recent graduate. “I would never be out and about at that time.” Lockett said she never felt unsafe while sitting out in the Quad on the Lincoln Park campus, nor elsewhere at DePaul. Other students, who are from Chicago, said that while there is indeed violence throughout the city, they generally still feel safe overall. “There’s violence in Chicago, but it’s exaggerated in the media,” Derrick Newton Jr., a first-year graduate student from the city, said. Newton said he feels “moderately safe” overall, but more so in areas that he is already familiar with. “This [Lincoln Park] is a new area for me, so I’m still looking at what all will come,” he said.
DePaul provides public safety tips to new students during Orientation events over the summer, university spokeswoman Carol Hughes told The DePaulia after the attack in July. Those tips include walking in groups, not having earbuds in and paying attention to one’s surroundings, she said. Freshman Briseyda Carbajal said she feels particularly safe at DePaul because of the call buttons that can be found in bathrooms on campus and because of staff being found throughout the buildings. Other students that The DePaulia spoke to after the July incident involving the slashing of the recent graduate were more concerned. “I thought it was shocking,” Candace Bell-Hayes, a nursing student at DePaul, said. “Nowadays, you should never walk alone unless it’s broad daylight.” Bell-Hayes said she would feel safer on and around campus if there were more emergency phones and cameras around. Though she lives
- Take advantage of DePaul Public Safety’s escort service. Public Safety provides students, staff and faculty an escort from the department whenever one does not feel safe walking alone between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. The service can only be used within campus boundaries, which are as follows: Fullerton Avenue to the north including Seton and Lot L, Webster Avenue to the south including Theatre School and Annex, Racine Avenue to the west, and Halsted to the east.
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Above and below: A 35-year-old man was critically wounded and shot Sunday morning near the 400 block of West Fullerton Parkway. The man was transported to the Fullerton Redline station where he was transported to Illinois Masonic Medical Center.
in the suburbs, she spends enough time on campus to be concerned, she said. Guglielmi previously told The DePaulia CPD increased its presence around the Lincoln Park campus after the incident. It wasn’t clear how many additional patrols were added or for how long they were in place.
DePaul Public Safety also sends out alerts to students, faculty and staff by email on or near either of the university’s campuses. The department most recently sent out an alert during a bomb threat Friday, Sept. 12 at 55 E. Jackson Blvd., which is where DePaul’s executive offices, including that of President A. Gabriel Esteban, are located.
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Loop Block Party kicks off new school year Photos and story by Xavier Ortega On the first day back to school, the Loop Block Party kicks off the school year on a high note providing free food truck food, music by the Original Chicago Blues All-Stars, the DePaul Pep Band, and an opportunity to mess around with bubbles at Pritzker Park, right around the corner from 14 E. Jackson Blvd. From 2-5 p.m. on Wednesday, DeHub hosted the Loop Block Party part of Welcome Week 2019. At the party, the first 500 people were able to get vouchers for free food truck food from Cheesies Pub & Grille and The Dapper Doughnut. Drinks and tables were provided for students taking a break from classes. The Loop Block Party were part of Welcome Week 2019 and one of the numerous events for DePaul students and staff to take part in to start of the new school year.
Students wave bubble wands around in Pritzker Park courtesy of Scott Ingerson of Twisticity Family Entertainment. Ingerson was hired by DePaul for the Loop Block Party held on Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Guitarist Michael Damani of the Original Chicago All-Stars steps off of the stage during his guitar solo at the Loop Block Party held at Pritzker Park on Wednesday.
Students give free food vouchers to the Cheesies food truck workers in exchange for a grilled cheese of their choice.
On the first day of classes, the Loop Block Party provides free food truck food, entertainment by the Original Chicago Blues All-Stars and the DePaul Pep Band, and bubble fun for students and staff of DePaul University. The Loop Block Party is one of the numerous events part of Welcome Week 2019.
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The former national security adviser diverged from the president in substance, not style.
EVAN VUCCI | AP In this May 22, 2018, file photo, U.S. President Donald Trump, left, meets with South Korean President Moon Jae-In in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, as national security adviser John Bolton, right, watches. Trump says he fired national security adviser John Bolton, says they ‘disagreed strongly’ on many issues. By Brian Pearlman Nation & World Editor
When John Bolton’s departure from the Trump administration was announced Tuesday, it came as an abrupt end to the tenure of the president’s third national security adviser in as many years. Hours before Bolton was scheduled to appear at a White House press conference with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, Trump announced on Twitter that “his services are no longer needed at the White House.” Trump said he had asked for Bolton’s resignation on Sept. 9, a Monday, which was given to him the next morning. “I disagreed strongly with many of his suggestions, as did others in the administration … I thank John very much for his service,” Trump wrote. Bolton, meanwhile, claimed he had offered to resign Monday evening but was told by Trump, “Let’s talk about it tomorrow.” Brought on as national security adviser in March 2018, Bolton seemed ideologically aligned with the president in his criticism of international organizations — such as the International Criminal Court — and his disdain for the 2015 Iran nuclear deal brokered by the Obama administration. But Bolton clashed with the president on other issues, like whether to pull U.S. forces out of Syria, how best to negotiate with North Korea, how to deal with Russia (“We negotiate with Russia at our peril,” he wrote in a 2017 op-ed, after the president’s meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin at the G20 summit) and, more recently, peace talks with the Taliban. “In terms of style, Bolton suits Trump really well: the bombastic [style], the Fox News, the in-your-face shouting matches.
"By this summer, he was not engaged in any of the functions of the national security adviser to any real degree.” James Scott
Political science professor at Texas Christian University In terms of substance, they’re on opposite pages,” DePaul political science professor Scott Hibbard said. “Trump liked his style, liked him on Fox News, and on certain things like the Iran nuclear deal and a more confrontational approach towards our allies, Bolton was all in. But on pretty much everything else, they really were substantively very, very different.” Bolton’s career dates back to the Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations, but he is perhaps best known for his roles in the George W. Bush administration. As Undersecretary of State for Arms Control and International Security, Bolton was a staunch critic of the U.N. and key supporter of the Iraq War. Bush appointed him U.S. ambassador to the U.N. in 2005 during a congressional recess, after contentious hearings that saw him criticized by Democrats and even some Republicans. He announced his resignation in 2006 Bolton then became a paid Fox News contributor and senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, a conservative think tank where he had previously served as senior vice president. In June, Trump said on NBC’s “Meet the Press” program that “John Bolton is absolutely a hawk. If it was up to him he’d take on the whole world at one time. But
that doesn’t matter because I want both sides.” Bolton’s clashes with other members of the Trump administration manifested recently in August when, the Washington Post reported, U.S. special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad, who is leading peace negotiations with the Taliban, refused to turn over a draft document of the deal for Bolton to read. The message sent by this action, according to Hibbard: “Your office leaks.” “The national security council is the mechanism by which treasury, state, CIA [and the] Department of Defense all kind of exchange information and communicate and coordinate,” he said. “If the head of that is out of the loop, what does that say about the interagency process? “I think that has a lot to do with Bolton, but it also has to do with Trump and Trump’s style,” he added. According to James Scott, the Herman Brown Chair and political science professor at Texas Christian University, national security advisers usually perform three roles, two of which Bolton dispensed with: process manager, to ensure a “careful deliberative, interagency process for decision-making”; and honest-broker, to ensure “the information, views and prefer-
ences of the main foreign policy advisers are fairly heard and considered.” The third role is as a policy adviser, offering guidance and recommendations. Scott said that over time, as disagreements between the president and Bolton mounted, he became ineffective at this role as well. “By this summer he was effectively cut out of the process, with [acting White House Chief of Staff] Mick Mulvaney increasingly usurping his place, and he, the president and Mike Pompeo increasingly antagonistic,” he said. “By this summer, he was not engaged in any of the functions of the national security adviser to any real degree.” And while world leaders may now be watching the White House to see if Bolton’s exit leads to a shift in America’s foreign policy strategy, the Trump administration is already taking steps to suggest it will be business as usual. At the press conference Bolton would’ve attended if he hadn’t been forced to resign two hours earlier, a smiling Mike Pompeo told members of the press: “I don’t think any leader around the world should make any assumption because some one of us departs, that President Trump’s foreign policy will change in a material way.” Scott thinks a post-Bolton White House will look much the same as the pre-Bolton one, calling the Trump administration’s foreign policy “shifting and inconsistent.” And Hibbard questions if there is an articulate foreign policy strategy at all. “There’s a huge inconsistency between what’s said and what’s done in terms of the Trump administration’s foreign policy, so it’s just not really clear where our foreign policy is going and whether there is any kind of coherent vision,” he said.
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Brexit chaos continues for Boris Johnson By Stuart Dantoin & Brian Pearlman Contributing Writer and Nation & World Editor
More than three years after the 2016 Brexit referendum, the U.K. is embroiled in more political chaos than ever. The decision to leave the European Union was made after a nationwide referendum held under the government of then-Prime Minister David Cameron. The non-binding referendum saw the “Leave” camp beating the “Remain” camp 52 percent to 48 percent. The results divided the nation. Cameron resigned, claiming he could not carry out the wishes of the people while he had campaigned to remain in the European Union. Allegations were made of improper conduct by the Vote Leave campaign, and both sides accused each other of false statements about what a post-EU nation would look like. Even today, the margins between the “Remain” and “Leave” camps appear razor thin. Like in the 2016 U.S. presidential election, social media played a large roll in the polarization of British voters, according to Michael Loriaux, a political science professor at Northwestern University. CHRISTOPHER FURLONG | AP “Politics used to be local … Even if you didn’t get along or see eye-to-eye Britain’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson makes a speech at the Convention of the North at the Magna Centre in Rotherham, England, Sept. 13, 2019. philosophically with the ideology of your neighbor, you at least understood where he was coming from,” he said. “It led to regional bases, for sure, but at the same time, it was much more grounded in pragmatic thinking. There was no room for dogma when you knew the person behind the ideology.” Now, Loriaux said, echo chambers proliferate that are often driven by nofilter social platforms like Facebook and Twitter. The country was torn between places like Wales and the placid English countryside, which became staunch “Leave” country, and places like London, where roughly 60 percent voted “Remain.” The division extended beyond parliament as well. Without a divorce agreement firmly in place, experts have warned that economic and political turmoil may ensue in both Britain and Europe at large. The government appears to keeping some its concerns close to the chest. Documents pertaining to “Operation Yellowhammer,” a formerly classified government contingency plan for the SOURCES: EUROPA.EU, WORLDATLAS.COM, THOUGHTCO.COM effects of a no-deal Brexit, was leaked to the Sunday Times newspaper and then Johnson’s predecessor, Theresa May, After winning the Conservative Party Parliament for five weeks Sept. 9 until released to the public last week after MPs was dogged by Brexit; it led to her eventual leadership election, Johnson took office Oct. 14, just before the Oct. 31 deadline. demanded it. It warns of a shortage of tearful resignation in June, cheered by July 23, swearing in his first speech as But after being approved by the queen — fresh food and medical supplies, traffic conservatives and liberals alike. The prime minister to “fulfill the repeated a legislative formality, as no bill has been disruptions, widespread protests and a deal May attempted to negotiate with promises of Parliament to the people and withheld by a monarch since 1708 — an lack of preparedness due to uncertainty. EU leaders for post-Brexit relations was come out of the EU on Oct. 31, no ifs or opposition-backed bill was passed that “Public and business readiness for a roundly criticized by Parliament and even buts.” forces another delay if no agreement is no-deal will remain at a low level, and will by members of her own party; among His term was almost immediately made with the EU by Oct. 19. decrease to lower levels, because of the the sticking points were the “backstop” embroiled in controversy. After vocal Amid concerns from some MPs, absence of a clear decision on the form between the Republic of Ireland, an EU opposition toward a “no-deal” Brexit, including House of Commons speaker of EU Exit (customs union, no deal, etc.) member state, and Northern Ireland. members of Johnson’s own Conservative John Bercow, that Johnson may try to does not provide concrete situation for The Republic of Ireland has in recent Party rebelled and sided with the defy the law, the prime minister is publicly third parties to prepare for,” reads the six- days stood loyally by the EU, expressing opposition in voting on a law to prevent stepping up his overtures toward Brussels. page document. their belief that the British government has the U.K. crashing out of the EU at the A meeting with European Commission There are also fears that a no-deal not prepared for the necessity of border end of October. Johnson expelled 21 President Jean-Claude Juncker is set for Brexit could result in a return to sectarian crossings and infrastructure that will Conservative MPs from the party — this week, even as a Scottish court ruled violence in Northern Ireland, a part of soon be upon them. Hardline Brexiteers, among them, the grandson of the late last week that Johnson’s suspension of the United Kingdom, which experienced meanwhile, argue the backstop keeps the Prime Minister and World War II leader Parliament was illegal. massive religious and ethnic conflict U.K. too tied to EU customs regulations, Winston Churchill. “… The principal reasons for the between Irish Catholics and Northern particularly in one of the few markets Then the prime minister’s own brother, prorogation were to prevent or impede Irish Protestants in a decades-long conflict which may improve with Brexit: fishing. Joe Johnson, quit voluntarily. Parliament holding the executive to known as the Troubles. Not only did When — or if — Britain leaves the EU, And days later cabinet minister account and legislating with regard to Northern Ireland’s admission into the they will be free to disregard previously Amber Rudd, former secretary for labor Brexit, and to allow the executive to EU ease the act of crossing the border stringent fishing regulations, which many and pensions, quit the Conservative Party. pursue a policy of a no-deal Brexit without into Ireland, but the EU currently grants fishermen in Britain have long detested. “I no longer believe leaving with a deal further Parliamentary interference,” the Northern Ireland 1 billion Euros annually For its part, the EU has not budged is the government’s main objective,” she summary of the court’s opinion stated. in a deliberate effort to curtail violence on the deal struck with May in November wrote in her resignation notice. through agricultural growth. 2018. Johnson’s government suspended
3 Reasons to Care about Brexit
• The U.K. is the fifth-largest economy in the world and a key U.S. trading partner — whatever happens when it officially leaves the European Union will have a profound effect on U.S. and global markets. • The European Union was formalized in 1993 and is composed of 28 member states. In all that time, no countries — only member territories Greenland, Saint Barthélemey and Algeria — have left. Euroskeptic movements in countries like Italy, Hungary and Poland are watching Brexit closely. • With rumblings of a second independence referendum in Scotland, Brexit may yet presage the end of the U.K. as we know it.
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Opinions
Don’t count out the progressives
DAVID J. PHILLIP | ASSOCIATED PRESS Former Vice President Joe Biden, center, smiles at the audience during the Democratic primary debate on September 12. Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren are seen taking notes.
Biden may still be the front-runner in the crowded Democratic field, but the election is far from decided with left-leaning challengers wooing American voters By Tristen Wilbers Contributing Writer
The 2020 Democratic primary elections hold incredible importance regarding the future of the American presidency, more so than in most, if not all, presidential elections in recent memory. Should the Democrats lose: another four years to the populist demagogue who they believe threatens the sanctity of American unification on the principle of redemption of a forgotten moderate white working-class demographic that elected him. Should they win: well, it depends. This idea of another four years of President Donald Trump resonates with many Democratic voters, especially progressives who occupy up to roughly 40-45 percent of the primary vote, according to political science professor Wayne Steger. Winning the election is seen as life or death to progressives, yet the irony is that it seems like the party’s best chances are in the hands of the current frontrunner, moderate Joe Biden. Former Vice President Biden has been likened to a lite populist by the news outlet FiveThirtyEight and his bipartisan potential is reinforced by demographic polling that shows that he does well with moderates and conservatives, less than college-educated people, non-seculars, black communities and members of every economic class. Part of the reason for his agreeable tendencies and wide base of support is due to his vague platform and policies. He generally harkens back to former President BarackObama’s message: inclusion, bipartisan unification and equality. “The more specific you are, the more the cost of your policy proposals are apparent, the more problematic it gets,” Steger said. Biden’s platform absolutely fits this, and similarly fits Trump’s in 2016, which was not predicated on hard policy creation. Steger continued, saying how Sanders, Warren and Harris are effectively
“...We could ask, who do we think has a possible chance of winning the nomination... and who has a plausible path to impact this race in a really meaningful way.”
Ben Epstein
Political science professor fragmenting the progressive vote and are “trying to outdo each other” on policy specificity. Unlike Steger, however, another political science professor, Ben Epstein, doesn’t see policy and platform specificity as a hindrance. “I don’t know that I would necessarily agree with that classification,” Epstein said. “They might brand themselves in a very specific way, and they might brand themselves in a very broad, general way.” Despite this, Epstein stated that “most candidates are able to talk about most issues.” In the case of U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, whose platform he says is perhaps the most narrowed and focused on a single issue, she and other candidates are able to talk about many issues in depth. He even points out how Warren often says she “has a plan for that” as a common catch phrase of her campaign. Even if you look at candidate and entrepreneur Andrew Yang, his platform is largely focused on universal basic income, but if you look at long-form interviews or the policy page of his website, he has a detailed policy for pretty much any major issue. The utmost importance to Epstein are the candidates “brands,” or shorthand ways they can be identified by voters. “Cory Booker is about positivity, that love is better than hate, and Kamala
Harris’ background is as attorney general and criminal justice,” Epstein said. Epstein’s perspective is particularly interesting as a counterpoint to Trump’s methods in which specificity and branding might actually succeed over vague remarks in the general election. Hopefully Americans have learned to better filter and assess what they consume and are more eager for details. Nonetheless, the contentious Democratic field poses problems to the electability of a candidate who can defeat Trump and that the entire party can get behind. We’re seeing disunification again on the Democratic side this year, and it makes being an undecided voter tumultuous. That being said, to look at the field and decide or judge based on a moderate or progressive basis would be “overly simplistic” in Epstein’s words and not really taking into account other factors. “[There were 10 qualifed candidates] for the Sept. 12 debate,” Epstein said. “That doesn’t mean that these are the only 10 candidates we’re ever going to hear from again.” Both Steger and Epstein agree that the race is anything but decided and has the potential for candidates not in the top five or six to break in, especially given that the qualifications for the October debate is the same as last week’s. Epstein notes that
there are two considerations for this. “One, we could ask, who do we think has a possible chance of winning the nomination… and who has a plausible path to impact this race in a really meaningful way,” Epstein said. “I think that, for instance, someone like Andrew Yang has the potential to have people start talking about technology, start talking about universal basic income, in a way that others have to respond to.” Steger echoes this sentiment, using former President Jimmy Carter as an example of an underdog campaign who won the Iowa caucuses after only polling at about 1 or 2 percent. “What most people didn’t pay attention to in the media that year is that over 40 percent were undecided, and so Carter goes on to become the frontrunner,” Steger said. In relation to the third Democratic debate, however, DePaul Democrats member Brandon Tejeras affirms that primary debates showcase the massive polling differences often found in the election. “The debates are watched within primary voters and Democratic party voters, the kind of [polling] differences you’re going to see coming out of the debates are really going to be in the primaries,” Tejeras said. “But when it comes to the general election, I’m not totally sure on whether the debates are going to have that much of a change.” While the crowded field of candidates may be overwhelming for voters, the candidates all have something valuable to offer. So much can be criticized about the electoral process, whether it be debates that can often boil down to mediacontrolled frenzies or over-reliance on controversial superdelegate and endorsement power, but it’s important for the electorate to take advantage of many new progressive viewpoints and elevate them if they are worth fighting for. So long as we are supporting a variety of voices, the best candidate for America will naturally take center stage.
For the first issue of the school year, the editorial staff was asked about the importance of student media and their role at DePaul.
By Shane René Editor-in-Chief
Asst. Arts & Life Editor
Happy Monday, Blue Demons, and welcome to (or back to) DePaul University. You may be familiar with us at The DePaulia, but if you’re not, please allow me a moment to make a pitch for why 28 pages of hyperlocal campus news produced by your peers might be worth reading. It can be hard to take The DePaulia seriously when you’re living in the middle of Chicago, one of the few cities left in the United States with a robust local media scene. For some college newspapers such as the Daily Iowan at the University of Iowa, the campus newspaper is the only source of essential local news. Between the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, WGN and NBC5, what could a campus paper in the big city possibly offer? The truth is, the coverage of higher education at professional media outlets is often limited to policy — how lawmakers affect universities. But rarely do you see stories in major media outlets about how universities make an impact on the student body, and how students interact with their university. That’s where we step in. At The DePaulia, our goal is not merely to play newsroom and build a resume. We sacrifice our weekends — and weekdays — because we know that what we do matters, and nobody else is going to do it. Private universities like DePaul have the privilege of, well, privacy. That means you, as a student and member of the DePaul community, need someone fighting for transparency and giving your voices a platform. For nearly a century, The DePaulia has filled that void.
By Bianca Cseke Online Editor
Student media has always been incredibly important, but never more so than it has become in recent years. Universities everywhere have come to see themselves as brands that must be protected — making preserving their public images a top priority — and DePaul is no different. Students have every right to full transparency within the institutions they attend
ple, our news section showcases a lot of student talent with impressive investigating skills and breaking news that affects students. I feel that it brings a community to campus and luckily DePaul has multiple different media outlets for people to choose from. They all give opportunity on top of giving students more knowledge and knowledge is power.
By Keira Wingate Student media is incredibly important because it is an outlet for what is going on around them. Many students don’t know much about their campus and with these outlets it gets people involved and keeps them informed. It may not seem of much importance, but it is. For exam-
By Mackenzie Murtaugh
By Lacey Latch
News Editor
Managing Editor
The DePaulia has provided me with some of the best journalism experience I could ask for as a student and introduced me to some of my best friends. But aside from its personal importance to me, the newspaper is a vital part of the DePaul community. We all work really hard to ensure that everyone on campus has the information they need to make their time at DePaul the best it can be, whether it be covering the concerts and events across campus or reporting breaking news that students need to know right away. At its core, The DePaulia exists to serve its readers and everyday the student staff that prepare 28 pages for print each Monday strive to accomplish that mission in everything we do.
By Brian Pearlman Nation & World Editor
The most important thing about the school newspaper I believe, is its role as a forum for student writing — a place where students from across the university can have their work published and, as long as there’s a physical edition of the student paper (fingers
Sports Editor
Student media is extremely important in today’s world with how few daily and weekly newspapers remain in each city. So, that leaves students with the responsibility
By Nate Burleyson Asst. Sports Editor
and pay for, and that’s where student media comes in. Publications like The DePaulia dig deep into issues and look at perspectives that you’re unlikely to find in pieces prepared by public relations offices. We do the work that we do because we care deeply about DePaul and want to bring more openness to the processes that often happen behind closed doors, which can only help improve the university for everyone.
By Lawerence Kreymer
crossed!), see it in print. Student media should be open to everyone, across a variety of disciplines — it should not be the exclusive domain of those pursuing journalism or writing majors. Students should have the opportunity to create work they are proud of, and their drafts should be treated fairly and constructively during the editing process.
As biased as I may be as the newspaper’s news section editor, student media matters. The presence of a student-run newspaper connects the student body with the transparency of campus events and administrative happenings they deserve. Without a body of committed students delivering the news and uncovering aspects of the university some might not want us to know about, how would information be distributed? Would our student body live in an ignorant and picturesque bubble? Information that the students, faculty and staff deserve to know often comes out of our newsroom and the newsrooms of every college campus that has reporters and editors as dedicated as we are. Without student media, information would stay behind closed doors.
By Cailey Gleeson Focus Editor
Student media is the starting point for so many incredible journalistic careers. It’s an opportunity for aspiring journalists to explore their interests and figure out what their true passions are in writing. It builds on what you learn in your classes and allows you to get bylines. It establishes reputations and connections that are essential for not only internships, but also opportunities after graduation. Going into my freshman year at DePaul, I immediately began writing for The DePaulia and am proud to now be an editor. Student journalists are the future of the field.
to cover their school and report important news that might not be picked up professional newspapers. A student newspaper is vital to any college because the students, faculty and the public deserve to know what is going on at that college. The DePaulia does a great job of writing
For me, student media matters because it is a beacon of truth and representation for the student body. It also is a way to hold people in power accountable even when they might hold all the weight. I think it’s a powerful way to show how an honest press is an integral part of a community and the world in general. Administrations that don’t have to worry about anyone telling the truth to the students and faculty can get away with a lot more shadiness. On a less drastic note, it also offers a platform for people to speak on what’s important to them and what should be important to others.
and reporting on news that matter to the school and people should read the paper to find out what is going on at DePaul every week.
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Focus
by Cailey gleeson focus editor
It seems like just yesterday that spring quarter finals wrapped up and dreams of summer became reality. Whether you spent your days working, traveling or simply de-stressing from past academic trials and tribulations, they flew by as we find ourselves once again at the start of another fall quarter. While it’s an exciting opportunity for a fresh start, getting back into the swing of things can also be overwhelming for a number of reasons. For
some, it’s their first encounter with independence as they move away from home and begin their first year at DePaul. For others, it’s their last stop before true adulthood as they prepare for graduation. No matter what may be causing your back-to-school blues, here’s a bit of advice to start the quarter off on the right foot.
B-r-e-a-t-h-e
Gina Orlando, part time faculty at the School of New Learning and certified holistic wellness coach and consultant, said taking time to recenter yourself can be as easy as remembering to breathe. “Often, when stressed or fearful, your breath becomes shallow and it signals your nervous system to go into fight-flight-fright,” Orlando said. “Allow yourself to think more positive thoughts about your homework and responsibilities.”
Make goals and stick to them
Dr. Jocelyn Carter, associate professor and director of clinical training at DePaul, said sometimes students try to take on too much at once and often don’t have a set plan of execution. “It would be helpful to think about what has kept you from being successful with those goals in the past, what has allowed you to be successful with those goals in the past and identity small steps that you can take to achieve one or two goals,” Carter said.
Unplug from your devices
Orlando said electropollution coming from electronic devices is “a major stressor” that can “create anxious feelings” and recommends occasionally unplugging to focus on the present. “Even a several-minute nature break is revitalizing and resetting,” Orlando said. “Notice how your mind and body calms down. Your focus will improve wonderfully. This is so inexpensive, effective and easy.”
Don’t be afraid to ask for help
Chandler Hayes, a junior resident adviser on the Honors Floor in Clifton-Fullerton Hall, said that all students should look to the resources DePaul offers to help in the process—especially for students struggling with the transition. “University Counseling Services (UCS) is a great resource, especially for those leaving their home therapists and looking to transition to someone here in the city,” Hayes said. “There are a lot of wonderful support systems and even confidential resources here on campus. Use them.”
Make time for fun
Orlando suggests “taking a humor break” to recharge. “This is cheap, natural medicine,” Orlando said. “You’ll be amazed how laughing lifts you, relaxes you and improves your focus and mood.” Spending time with friends is another way to help any overwhelming feelings. Callahan said she always makes time no matter how busy she gets during the school year. “If I make plans on a school night, that will motivate me to get my homework done quickly if I know I have something to look forward to later,” Callahan said. “Having rewards like that throughout the week is how I stay on top of things.”
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Keep your schedule handy
Jessica Nalupta, a sophomore, said she keeps two copies of her schedule until she gets adjusted to her new classes. “I post the written copy in my room, so I can see it before heading out,” she said. “Then I use the digital copy as my lock screen until I have it memorized.” Sophomore Kara Callahan invests in a planner to write down assignments in course-specific syllabi. “That way I can take things by the quarter and not necessarily just week by week. It also helps me prioritize my time,” Callahan said.
Get involved
Xitong Li, international engagement peer adviser, said the first step to overcoming her homesickness was getting involved with organizations on campus. She said it was overwhelming going to the annual Involvement Fair for the first time, but it helped her make new friends. Fernanda Sasian, an international student, said stepping out of your comfort zone and “appreciating the opportunity you have” is especially important. “Be grateful for all the people that got you here and supported you,” Sasian said. “Challenge yourself to discover new things in the city. It doesn’t matter if you go on your own or with your friends.”
Utilize the International Student and Scholar Services Office
The International Student and Scholar Services Office (ISS) offers services to aid students in being successful in every part of the transition. Li said hosted events “not only connect students to other international students, but domestic students as well.” Alyssa Geonanga, a sophomore international student, used many of the resources provided by ISS her freshman year. “What I appreciate the most is the International Student Experience Exchange (ISEE) Peer Mentor Program,” Geonanga said. “It pairs student mentors with incoming international students to help them achieve academic success, social competence and to facilitate smooth adjustment into the DePaul community.”
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Try the Quick Coherence® Technique
Orlando said one of the best resources for aiding in such a transition comes from the Heart Math Institute — a resource also utilized in DePaul’s Stress Reduction Using Spirituality and Humor class. “This heart-opening technique is helpful for homesickness, too,” Orlando said. “When opening your heart in love and gratitude, beam those feelings to your family and feel them coming back to you, too.”
Stay in touch with family and friends
Hayes said the easiest way for her to overcome her homesickness comes from simply keeping in touch with her friends and family. “The more you allow yourself to stay connected to those and that which is important to you, the easier the transition it is back into college life,” Hayes said. “Connecting with folks in your community that may be from similar areas as you can also help ease this a bit. So, give your parents a call, Facetime your pet back home and talk to your RA or another trusted person in your life when you’re struggling.”
Arts & Life
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FILLED TO THE MAX DAB’s Demon Jam draws larger crowd than expected
Before Max Schneider, whose stage name is MAX, took the stage, his team handed out yellow roses to the still-growing attendees of the DePaul Activity Board’s annual “Demon Jam.”
By Ella Lee Arts & Life Editor
Demon Jam, the DePaul Activity Board (DAB)’s annual welcome week concert, saw an increase in attendance of nearly 34 percent at this year’s event. The headliner was singer/songwriter Max Schneider, whose stage name is MAX. The concert, which took place Sept. 11, had 760 attendees, while last year’s event saw only 258, according to Precious Simpa, DAB’s junior chair for signature events and the planner of this year’s Demon Jam “With what I heard about last year’s, I can say things went [as] planned better this time,” she said. “The students were really engaged and they had so much fun.” She added that because the event took place on the first day of classes, they were expecting a lower turnout, but were “pumped and excited” to see the significant increase. A line primarily made up of first-year students began forming around 7 p.m., creating an environment of nervousness and excitement that only a Welcome Week event could create. When Peter Schultze, a DePaul student and DJ known as “Skeet Pete,” took the stage to open for the headliner, the crowd had already made its way to the front of the room. In addition to the conversation and dancing the event fostered, a buffet of chicken tenders with three sauces — ranch, buffalo and honey mustard, though there were two containers of ranch and one of both the others —, vegetables and brownies was available for students, along with a “First Day of School”-themed photo station. The event saw many changes this year, including a new venue and updated safety precautions. Last year’s Demon Jam was held in McGrath-Phillips Arena, but this year, the event took place in the Student Center, Room 120 PHOTOS BY RYAN GILROY | THE DEPAULIA
MAX sings to the crowd of 760 attendees. There were 502 more attendees this year than at last year’s event, where Echosmith played. AB. Part of the decision to switch locations was so the target audience — freshmen — would be more inclined to attend. “Freshmen needed to be able to find the space more easily,” Simpa said. “But we also wanted people who weren’t planning on going to see the event going on and grab people to go check it out.” Before entering the venue, the students were asked to walk through a metal detector, which Simpa said was an additional level of security compared to what was used in previous years. Safety was of great importance, she said, citing the rise in dangerous activity near campus and the event’s space being “enclosed” as reasons for adding the detectors.
Before he took the stage, MAX’s team handed out yellow roses, which the audience held high, chanting his name in anticipation of the show. His appearance garnered screams from the crowd. Some students said their primary reason for attending the event was the fact that MAX was the headliner. “I heard of the event because of the artist, and I’ve been trying to get out more,” freshman Rylan Burns said. But many who attended said they didn’t know MAX at all, and had hoped the event would be like a mixer for new students on campus. “I’m new to Chicago and don’t know
anyone,” said Aref Legheri, a new graduate student, who fervently shook his head when asked if he’d heard of MAX before. “I don’t know this person, but I’m trying to get involved with campus events.” To keep the room energized, MAX leaned over the barriers and nearly waded into the crowd several times, each attempt causing an outburst of cheers to fill the Student Center. He also encouraged the students to sing along to his most well-known song, “Love Me Less,” enticing them by saying that if they sang loud enough, they might make it into a video he’s working on for the song. Some students began leaving the show before it ended, but most stayed.
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‘Remembering where you are’ DePaul Art Museum premieres three new exhibits in conjunction with the Chicago Architecture Biennial By Ella Lee Arts & Life Editor
Three exhibits — “Julia Fish: bound by spectrum,” ‘Remember Where You Are,” and “Architectural Annotations” — premiered at the DePaul Art Museum (DPAM) Sept. 12., each giving a nod to the Chicago Architecture Biennial and following a common theme of “remembering where you are,” by different accounts. The first exhibit, “Julia Fish: bound by spectrum,” explores the relationship between color and the architecture of Fish’s home. Curated by Julie Rodrigues Windholm, the director and chief curator of DPAM, with assistance from DPAM staff and Julia Fish herself, the exhibit has been in the works for two years. “I respond profoundly to the slowness and patience of [Fish’s] work,” Windholm said. “It could take her a year to make one painting, and she’s been working on her pieces for this project for the last two years. Her work is a meditated respite to the hectic pace of the digital era.” The subject of the first exhibition, Fish, curated “Architectural Annotations.” The exhibit explores the details of and connection between Chicago and Roman architecture through the synthesis of 18th century postcards. “Having Julia Fish curate an exhibit allows insight into the way she thinks — these are here interests,” Windholm said. “It allows viewers to have a little more understanding of where she’s coming from.” The exhibit also features a few scores by Andrew Norman, an American composer, and annotations of his work in comparison to the architecture Fish chose to display. The third exhibit, “Remember Where You Are,” was curated by Mia Lopez, DPAM’s assistant curator, and features four artists — two from San Antonio and two from Chicago. Their work utilizes sculpture, textiles and performance to explore the untold stories of their respective heritages. “Jenelle Esparza is really cool,” said Summer Ogden,
A museum-goer examines one of the pieces from “Architectural Annotations” collection, which Julia Fish curated. DPAM’s head gallery monitor of one of the four artists’ work, which examines South Texas’ history of cotton and labor. “It’s interesting how she brings up her heritage and the Hispanic heritage in relation to America because it’s something often overseen, how yes, there was a lot of slavery involving black people but there’s also a lot with Hispanics that people don’t know about.” The museum will be focusing in coming years on increasing the visibility of Hispanic artists, Windholm said,
but they will continue to be committed to showcasing artists from historically underrepresented communities. The museum’s mission to display lesser-known artists is what some say keeps them coming back. “I think I’ve been here 10 times,” said Dale Engel, a Chicago resident who lives off Fullerton. “I like to support the artists, even if I might not like the art.” All three exhibits will be on display at the museum until Feb. 23.
Jenelle Esparza, whose work is featured above, uses textiles to explore her Hispanic heritage in relation to America, specifically South Texas’ use of cotton and labor. PHOTOS BY AMY DO | THE DEPAULIA
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BRAIN FOOD
Maintaining focus, retaining information more difficult without proper fuel By Keira Wingate Assistant Arts & Life Editor
The school year has started and everyone is preparing for the long 10 weeks ahead. School requires a lot of concentration and students will need to focus — and nutritional breakfast or early lunch can fast track your brain to success. Eating a healthy breakfast is associated with improved cognitive function, reduced absenteeism and improved mood, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Staying hydrated may also improve cognitive function, the same study said, which is important for a long day of lecture. For many students, college is the first time they live away from home, so they will have the freedom to eat when and where they want. It can be challenging to try to eat healthily while at college, but finding easy ways to ready your brain before a day of class can assist in retaining information. “Always considering the three healthy principles of dietary consumption: balGRAPHIC BY ANNALISA BARANOWSKI
ance, variety, and moderation,” said Kristen Neisler, a health and nutrition professor at DePaul University. “Try to eat the five food groups every day, even at every meal (you should know what they are, have been learning them since grade school. But as a refresher: fruits, vegetables, meats/beans, dairy and whole grains.” Students have to make regular time to eat while balancing classes, studying, working and possible athletic or club commitments. It can also be challenging to make good food choices on your own that promote nutrition and health. It can also be expensive to manage a budget for healthier meals. “If you fail to plan, you plan to fail,” Tiana Young, 23, said. Young is a personal trainer and online wellness coach in New York, and she specializes in lifestyle management. “Prep your meals, gather some snacks the day before, find ways to make your dollar go the furthest.” The start of the year is a great time to get a routine in place because students are already adjusting to balancing the new
school load on top of other things, such as work or internships. “Your body will thrive off routine and consistency,” Young said. “If you never reach the point of being starving, you won’t get distracted or cloudy headed. I cannot stress the importance of eating consistently enough.” Food is fuel for the body; getting the right fuel into your body will make sure it is running properly. And during a long day, not running out of energy is ideal. For a morning snack, foods such as veggies and hummus, egg nuggets from the muffin pan, apples and PB2, RX Bars, Trader Joe’s pre-portioned trail mix and Trader Joe’s premade salads are all solid choices, Young said. They are quick and easy for a running behind type of morning. They are also convenient if you take public transit. Other great ideas to kickstart your day off right is plenty of water, granola and yogurt. Plain vanilla yogurt is better than yogurt with precut fruit in it because of sugar, Neisler said. For those who love bread, start with an English muffin or whole grain,
multigrain toast. Some students at DePaul are already off to a good start with a healthy breakfast, with multiple students saying fresh berries and bread are on their morning checklist. “Oatmeal with fresh strawberries and cinnamon with yogurt on the side,” said Mari Oliver, a senior at DePaul. “It’s my go-to breakfast because it’s easy, health and super filling.” Don’t be afraid of some carbs to get started, either — not necessarily a large bowl of spaghetti, but a big bowl of whole fruits or vegetables and some delicious avocado toast. “The brain is fueled by food,” Neisler said. “In fact, although many people try to avoid carbs, carbohydrates are actually the main fuel supply for the brain.” Whether students are going into their freshman year or their last, your brain needs the same amount of fuel to push past a night of no sleep or a night of too much sleep. So grab a lunch box and prepare yourself for a great school year ahead.
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Slaughter Beach, Dog took over Lincoln Hall on Sept. 13, delighting new and old fans alike.
Slaughter Beach, Dog show transported audience into coming-of-age movie
Cave People frontman Dave Tomaine delivers impassioned performance driven by need for social change.
By Cailey Gleeson Focus Editor
Even though there wasn’t a surprise Modern Baseball reunion, Slaughter Beach, Dog gave a performance to remember at Lincoln Hall Friday as a part of their Safe and Also No Fear tour—to accompany the release of their third album of the same name. Created in 2015 by Jake Ewald, Slaughter Beach, Dog originally served as an outlet to combat his writer’s block while writing new music for Modern Baseball. Following the group’s “indefinite hiatus” in 2017, Ewald has since focused on the project, further exploring a new sound to showcase his growth as an artist. Joined by Nick Harris on guitar, Zack Robbins on drums and former Modern Baseball bassist Ian Farmer, Ewald’s project has produced two LPs and an album thus far — taking on a conversational, pared-down folk-rock sound that sharply contrasts his emo days. Cave People — another Philadelphia-based group featuring Farmer and Robbins — joined the band along for the ride. Before the official start of their set, frontman Dave Tomaine took a moment to remember a friend who was supposed to tour with the two groups but tragically passed away before the first date. To honor their friend’s legacy, Tomaine read one of their poems from a small notebook as the lights dimmed throughout the venue to reflect the somber occasion. The energy quickly picked up as the set began with “Fair” and did not falter once as the group played new and old tunes. Tomaine established a genuine connection with the audience through his charismatic stage presence and hilarious commentary — from discussing his first visit to Culver’s earlier in the day to the cancellation of Pennywise on Twitter. The band closed out their set with new tunes from their latest release “Salt.” Prior to departing the stage, Tomaine explained all proceeds from the album go to Juntos, an organization fighting for immigrant rights, and encouraged the audience to get involved with local organizations. I’ve also never left a show with a genuine intent to listen to an opening band if I hadn’t already prior to the show, but Cave People changed that mindset with their sheer talent, charisma and dedication for social justice. Scanning the audience tightly packed into the 500-person capacity venue, it was apparent who had been fans of Ewald during his Modern Baseball days and who had discovered him through Slaughter. Ewald, in a brown button-down top and black jeans, took to the stage not long after the opening act departed. Joined by Farmer — donning khakis tucked into a green
Jake Ewald uses unique, conversational style to set himself apart from his Modern Baseball days. short sleeve flannel — you never would have guessed either of them were once members of one of the most popular Midwestern emo groups. The band wasted no time starting their set with “One Down” and immediately going into their beloved hit “Acolyte.” “The Dogs,” a contender for one of the best songs of the set, followed “Gold and Green” and truly displayed Ewald’s artistry. Maintaining a conversational yet rhythmic tone, he managed to make the mundane acts detailed in the song seem beautiful — a trend in many of this project’s pieces. “Good Ones,” “Sleepwalking,” “Won’t Be Long,” and “Tangerine” masterfully followed each other — the momentum of the set unwavering. As they prepared for “Heart Attack,” Ewald mentioned that they strategically planned the show to happen the first day of Riot Fest and attempted a question and answer session with the crowd — until someone asked about this favorite color. “I’m colorblind,” Ewald playfully said. “Thanks for bringing it up.” Things slowed down with “Map of the Stars,” but imme-
diately picked back up with “Black Oak.” Blue lighting engulfed the stage at the start — resembling the scene on the cover of “Safe And Also No Fear” — but eventually became minimalistic in the best way possible. Beams of light hit the disco ball situated at the center of the ceiling as the venue was transformed into a scene right out of a movie. After “More,” Ewald again attempted to allow the crowd to ask questions, but this time someone requested a rendition of “Wonderwall.” Even though he said everyone in the group knows how to play it, they instead did “Your Cat,” which is arguably better. The enthusiasm from the crowd was at an all-time high and it seemed like a pit would open up, but no one was brave enough to take the plunge. Ewald gave thanks to the crowd and The Bean — and rightfully so — before diving into “Politics of Grooming” and “Anything.” The set concluded with “104 Degrees.” Listening to the recorded rendition of the song makes you feel like you’re watching the end scene of a coming-of-age movie, but hearing it live makes you the protagonist.
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The Gospel According to Kanye
By John Cotter
choir to the middle of the crowd, surrounded by gates that protected the pit of a harmonious choir and a hip-hop legend. The issue with this? To start, a solid 80 percent of the general admission crowd is forced to reach to the heavens with their phone cameras to even catch a glimpse of West, making for a spiritual journey for those in the front row, and a rat-race to the front for everyone else. While yes, I do understand the aesthetical reasons for this decision, it still adds to the randomness of this event, from its shocking announcement to the perpetual performance, and then the artist leaving his fans with a surface level understanding of church sermons and a tease of music that many have been waiting to hear ever since the “Saint Pablo Tour” back in 2016. That drawback is minimal when compared to the free price tag and the feeling of being in the same room as the rapper, a feeling that few experience, but many crave. Your classmate might have 10 pairs of YEEZYs, but they might not have been at Sunday Service. So, who’s the real fan? West built a wholly unique experience that seems to reflect the tone and thematic elements of his most recent albums. The boastful lyrical preaching and complexities of “The Life of Pablo,” the rushed insistence of “Ye,” and the existential search for a greater power or meaning from “Kids See Ghosts.” The show was complicated, yet inexplicably enjoyable. It was over-stuffed, yet
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There is typically only one main reason a venue would sell out in Chicago in mere minutes: a big celebrity is in town. Last Sunday, rapper Kanye West was in the city for his Sunday Service concert. The event was on short notice, but with West’s fame, people showed up and tickets sold out within hours. West’s name has triggering effects for some and celebratory effects for others. The artist’s more recent endeavors include under-developed Twitter rants, outward struggles with mental health, reflecting upon all of this in two albums, all the while screaming into a void that reaches deeper after every news headline about that one rapper from Chicago with the red MAGA hat. Last week’s Sunday Service tour that West and his immensely talentic choir have embarked on seemed to be a single event split into four parts: a concert, a church service, a braggadocious commemoration of Kanye’s prestige and a publicity stunt. The best part of the Sunday Service was that fans got to pick and choose what they wanted to observe, enjoy and even complain about. Fans got to hear “Ultralight Beam” with Chance the Rapper making a (not-so) surprising appearance. They heard “Jesus Walks” being belted on the lakefront, with a sprawling view of West’s city in the background Attendees even saw the Grammy winning rapper and producer chopping up a gospel beat. You might say it was an an artist reminding his city that Chicago is still his hometown, regardless of what mistakes he has made to lose the trust of the place he calls home. The Sunday Service was more about West more than it was about God, which seemed to contradict the artist’s outward intentions for the event, but satisfy his subtly blurred internal intentions. The free show was thankfully held in the
most convenient and possibly most spiritual of locations, as Sunday morning church was at Huntington Bank Pavilion, causing Chicago hypebeasts and West stans everywhere to wake up far earlier than their alarms are usually set. Rather than performing on stage as most sane musicians do, West decided to drag his
fulfilling. It was misguided, yet unique. It was a show of dualities, as much of the artist’s music is. You are trying to find the meaning and intent of all of this. But regardless, you are glad just to be there, just to be in the spot that millions want to be in, that you got to be in. It was a time to be in the moment, as a moment this idiosyncratic might never happen again. The unpredictability of West matched the unpredictability of this show, which felt right. Inexplicably right in the most uncanny of means. GRAPHIC BY ANNALISA BARANOWSKI
Downton Abbey opens its doors again
By Rebecca Rogers Contributing Writer
“We’ve been expecting you,” reads the tagline of director Michael Engler’s film adaptation of “Downton Abbey.” A perfect tagline for a world that has seemingly frozen in time waiting for its audience to return. Engler doesn’t miss a beat in continuing where creator Julian Fellowes’ left off with the series finale in 2015. From the moment the opening credits began, the audience was transported back into the glorious and lavish world of the Crawleys and their staff. With huge, sweeping shots, glittering costumes and hilarious quips from the Dowager Countess, “Downton Abbey” is back in business once again. In the opening scene, a letter makes its
way from the post office desk in London to the Downton Abbey estate in Yorkshire. For fans of the TV show, this is familiar, as the series’ first episode back in 2010 began with another letter traveling to Downton, bearing the news of the death of the heir to the Earl of Grantham on the “Titanic,” setting the show in motion.This time, the family is alerted to the news that the king and queen of England have decided to stay for one night at the Abbey on their UK tour. This storyline is perfect for a film adaptation, highlighting beautifully the first world problems of the rapidly declining aristocracy, as well as providing the storyline necessary for a successful full-length film. The film is energetic and clever throughout, following the same patterns that Fellowes originally used. Much of the first act is used as setup, allowing the audience to
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drink up every detail of the characters and their world. Most of the original gang has returned, which includes upstairs royalty Hugh Bonneville, Maggie Smith and Michelle Dockery and downstairs favorites Jim Carter, Phyllis Logan and Sophie McShera. There are some fresh faces as well, including Imelda Staunton, Tuppence Middleton and David Haig. With more than 20 characters in the film, Engler stuck to allowing the characters to do what they do best. While each B plot wasn’t surprising, they allowed audience members to revisit each character. Lady Mary (Michelle Dockery) was gloomy as ever, contemplating the future of Downton, Lady Violet (Maggie Smith) spouted one-liners that had the whole audience laughing out loud, and former chauffeur Tom Branson’s (Allen Leech) loyalties to
Downton and England are tested. Downstairs, Thomas Barrow (Rob James-Collier) continues to explore his sexuality in a time when homosexuality was illegal, Mr. Carson (Jim Carter) returns to take the lead on preparations for the Royal Visit, and the rest of the servants plan an uprising against the royal servants when they are told that they will not be allowed to serve the king and queen. Everything is just as we left it, allowing for a warm and cozy reunion with these beloved characters. “Downton Abbey” is a film full of love, both for the characters that live within it, and for the fans who have watched it since 2010, and now it has tied itself up with a lovely bow for the last time, sealing itself away like a time capsule, awaiting the next time someone opens it. GRAPHIC BY ANNALISA BARANOWSKI
“Ready or Not” proves itself to be the perfect summer thriller By Holyn Thigpen Staff Writer
The summer box office season often seems to entail finding something that’ll distract me from the wet blanket of humidity outside and kill a couple hours that I’d otherwise spend napping on my back porch. “Ready or Not,” a thriller-comedy that hit theaters late last month, more than delivered on these criteria and has shaped up to be one of my favorite films of the summer. Samara Weaving stars as Grace Le Domas, a young bride whose wedding night takes a sinister turn when her new in-laws force her to take part in a sacred family tradition of hide and seek. The catch? She’s the only one hiding, and being found by the family will cost her her life. With a 90-minute runtime, the film is an easy, breezy watch, and what it lacks in technical perfection, it makes up for with sharp satire of the thriller genre and deliciously overblown performances from an all-star cast. The Le Domas family exists in a campy sphere of sadism that somehow straddles the line between Salem witch prosecutors and the Addams Family, and with a hefty dose of melodrama, the film’s humor really finds its nuances.
From the sociopathic Aunt Helene (Nicky Guadagni) shooting Grace a death stare as she takes wedding photos, to Emilie Le Domas (Melanie Scrofano) proving woefully inadequate at handling 18th century weapons, directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett skillfully balance the absurd humor of this hopped-up heathen family with the film’s genuinely frightening premise of a literal manhunt. If anything, “Ready or Not” could have benefited from full-on embracing its comedy instead of targeting a mix of laughs and gasps. When the film does transition into genuine dramatic territory, it feels dry and derivative compared to the ingenuity of its humor. In fact, watching our protagonist hijack a family car in a desperate attempt at escape is almost boring compared to earlier scenes showcasing the family’s exceeding incompetence at the very game they’ve invented. I could have easily watched another half hour of family patriarch Tony Le Domas (played with godly gusto by Henry Czerny) yelling at his adult children for accidentally killing the house staff, but more scenes of Grace harnessing her adrenaline and ingenuity to escape an inescapable situation? Probably not. In a delightfully twisted ending, “Ready or Not” also offers some valuable (albeit
Grace Le Domas (Samara Weaving)’s wedding night takes a sinister turn when her new in-laws force her to take part in a sacred family tradition of hide and seek. PHOTO FROM IMDB
demented) themes about the endurance of family ties and familial loyalty. I guess sometimes all it takes is a few psychopathic rich people to remind you how much you miss your mom. Whether you like them or not (and let’s hope you don’t), the Le Domases have a cult-level dedication to their ancestors, their traditions and each other, which, aside from the decapitating, stabbing, etc., is really quite admirable. More than just grossing me out with a few bullets to the face, the movie reminded me how inextricably linked we are to our loved ones, for better or for worse. I hesitate to call this the feel-good family film of the year, but
hey, it’s not the worst film to see with relatives in town. For all the hardcore thriller fans out there, begrudgingly waiting for the next fast-paced adrenaline ride that’ll throw Tom Cruise off his saddle, this might not be your movie. But nevertheless, it’s hard to not enjoy the tonal amalgam “Ready or Not” masters on a minute-by-minute basis. Come for the premise and stay for the laughs, gore that gives Tarantino a run for his money and cheery reminders of why late summer is the perfect time for a wedding.
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“How to Be a Muslim: An American Story” encourages readers to embrace their religion, culture By Tariqah Shakir Contributing Writer
To discover and embrace your identity is tough enough, but double that with finding your footing in a religion and culture that society deems dangerous and inhumane. That is the predicament Haroon Moghul decided to tackle in his book, “How to Be a Muslim: An American Story. On the cover is a man on a bridge, presumably Moghul himself. How and why he’s on the bridge makes sense at the end of the book. It doesn’t have a fluffy start, dramatic middle and happy ending; instead, the reader dives straight into Moghul’s life with a dreary beginning and eventual resolution. “There’s this philosophy running through Hartman of taking the world seriously as in secular reality and then taking one’s religious and ethnic identity seriously and the tension that sometimes is caused by that,” he said in a Shalom Hartman Institute interview about the book’s purpose. Moghul is a liberal academic and commentator on Islam and public affairs. He’s worked alongside New York University’s Islamic Center as student leader even during the Sept. 11 attacks, one of the most difficult and dangerous times for American Muslims, as explained in the book. Growing up in a Pakistani Muslim household, Moghul found it hard to mold his Islamic upbringing with the wavering opinions of the outside world. The media often associated just his dress code with angry terrorists targeting innocent people. To make matters worse, he had trouble finding his own footing; something about the traditions and regulations (i.e. praying five times a day, fasting, etc.) didn’t sit with him, and he was struggling to get into a respectable career. Out of frustration, he goes “on strike” with his faith
and commits to everything he wasn’t allowed to do or was discouraged from. This is where the true Moghul lies and all his dirty laundry gets aired so the reader can get an inside look on what he internalizes as a “real Muslim.” He also falls into a pit of denial and depression. “I was diagnosed with bipolar when I was 23 years old,” he said. “When I first received the diagnosis, I had in my head that this was a problem for other people, I also believe that it was evidence of some kind of spiritual defect, insufficient or incomplete religiosity — and I know a lot of people of faith who internalize that or have that tendency and it wasn’t to me, like, well you’re far from God so that’s why you must [have] this [or] that problem, and it’s not really a medical problem or a psychiatric condition, it’s a spiritual shortcoming that’s manifesting itself in secular language.” What makes Moghul’s story so unique is his willingness to bare it all; from losing his grip on faith, himself and family to the grueling search for his purpose and value. Not surprisingly, it speaks to the millions of other Muslims in America. At a time when Muslims are subject to verbal and even physical abuse for their belief, Moghul’s story offers a unique perspective. He offers a shoulder to lean on and an olive branch to those who may not be able to relate to those issues, which
bumps the book’s educational and political value (many history lessons and references made throughout). His light-hearted tone and pessimistic sense of humor will have you laughing and crying. His story may not be the answer to discrimination and fear of Islam, or the aftermath of 9/11, or how to overcome bipolar but that is beside the point. Moghul wants readers to accept their faults, embrace them, fix them if you need to, believe in yourself and trust in your beliefs, and always keep an eye on the finish line. “We either only apologize, or never apologize,” he wrote in the book. “We are spineless and gutless, or harshness and darkness.”
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Chicago Sinfonietta will perform score to “Get Out,” composer to conduct By Ella Lee Arts & Life Editor
The Chicago Sinfonietta will take its audience to the sunken place and back during a performance Sept. 21 at Auditorium Theater, where the orchestra will perform the score to “Get Out” as the movie plays above the stage. The score’s composer, Michael Abels, will conduct the orchestra. “The biggest surprise when watching the movie for the first time was when the credits came up and I saw Michael’s name,” said Jeff Handley, the principal percussionist at Chicago Sinfonietta and a DePaul graduate. “He’s a friend of the orchestra, so it was a real treat. The movie really became a big hit.” Though the Sinfonietta has yet to rehearse the score as a group, its musicians say they want to bring the music to life. For vocalist Elizabeth Sojourner-Norman, another DePaul graduate in the group, the music requires more than just commonplace singing to induce the fear for which “Get Out” is known. “There are some parts in the music where we are featured as singing ensemble, which is, I guess, prettier sounding,” she said. “But there are several parts where we are spirit voices, singing way up in the rafters, almost like sound effects.” While many local orchestras are accus-
tomed to performing movie scores live as the film plays above, “Get Out” is a rather unorthodox choice, as many tend to stick within the realm of John Williams movies and other liken scores. Handley said he and the other percussionists have had to adjust to ensure the performance is as authentic as possible. “There are lots of unusual sounds,” he said. “In L.A., they have all the instruments available to them. Here, we have to rent them all.” The movie’s continued importance in pop culture was also a decision for performing the movie’s score live as opposed to something more mainstream, according to Lily Oberman, associate director of communications for Auditorium Theater. “‘Get Out’ made such a huge impact when it came out and sparked so many interesting conversations, so it’s a great time to revisit this groundbreaking film,” she said in an email. When the audience leaves the performance Saturday, Handley said he hopes above all that they recognize the importance of music in films. “People often don’t pay attention to the music during movies, and often that’s the point,” he said. “But it’s a big part of the experience, nonetheless. I want to educate more people to understand that the music here can be really powerful, sometimes scaring the audience just as much as the film itself.”
Chris Washington (Daniel Kaluuya) is paralyzed as he slips into the “sunken place.” PHOTO FROM IMDB
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St.Vincent’s D e JAMZ “Spinning fresh beats since 1581” By Emma Oxnevad Opinion Editor
Welcome back, Blue Demons! Summer has always been my favorite season, with each year bringing in some new jams. A lot of great new music came out this summer, but I also found myself listening to some old favorites. For the first DeJamz of the year, I thought I would share my favorite songs of this summer, in no particular order. 1.Juice Lizzo Summer 2019 may go down in history as Lizzo’s star-making moment. Her music was inescapable and her personal brand of selflove making for many an Instagram caption. “Juice”
is a bouncy, infectious ode to knowing you’re a 10 and not having time for any of the fives who try to bring you down. This song may seem like an obvious choice, but I’d rather see it as a testament to Lizzo’s power. 2. I Think He Knows Taylor Swift When Taylor Swift released “Lover” in late August, it was like all was right in the pop music world: Finally, Swift is making (mostly) good music again! The LP contains one of her best songs in recent memory, “I Think He Knows.” The concept is familiar: There’s a hot guy and Swift has a crush. What sets this song apart from all of the other ones like it in her catalog is how normal it sounds. Swift isn’t comparing the
guy in question to Romeo or James Dean; it feels real, and Swift is at her best when she lets reality creep in. Throw in a catchy melody, and you have a perfect pop song. 3. Blah Blah Blah Ke$ha ft. 3OH!3 This one is admittedly a wild card. While on an Apple Music downloading bender, I got the urge to save all of Ke$ha’s earliest hits. I’m not kidding when I say I was downright obsessed with this song, listening to it daily. Maybe it’s because Ke$ha, icon she is, wants the boring dude trying to pick her up to just shut up. Maybe it’s because this year’s FEST opening act, 3OH!3, showed up for maybe 30 seconds to spin some absolute nonsense lyrics. Either way, this song is a classic and I don’t plan
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to skip it anytime soon. 4. Semi-Charmed Life Third Eye Blind While on a roadtrip to Michigan this summer, radio stations kept fading in and out while trying to entertain myself for the six-hour drive. While trying to find a station that wasn’t entirely static — or Christian rock — this song’s instantly recognizable hook popped up and I was relieved. After the trip, I found myself bizarrely compelled to keep listening; that chorus is pretty hard to turn down and the upbeat nature of the song always puts me in a better mood. It wasn’t until very recently that I discovered the song is about a crystal meth bender. Maybe I should have paid more attention to the lyrics.
Across 1. Major airline 6. Major broadcaster 9. An encourgaing 14. Type of manual 15. Fon du ___, Wisc. 16. Downy duck 17. Supernatural life forces 18. Opposite of hence 19. Cathedral topper 20. Method of pairing off for safety 23. Lennon’s wife 24. “... __ he drove out of sight” 25. Locks 27. Make a connection with 32. Splashy party 33. Make public 34. Impressionist’s specialty 36. Easy wins 39. It’s in the eye of the beholder 41. “When I Need You” singer Leo 43. Ballpoint pen
5. Boyfriend Ariana Grande and Social House Ariana Grande will seemingly not rest until she releases a hit every season, with “Boyfriend” in early August. The song is a collaboration with Social House, who are currently opening for her Sweetener
inventor 44. Swarms, as with life 46. “I’ll ___ a good word for you” 49. Musician’s jotting 51. Gag order? 53. Chess sequence 56. Female on the farm 57. They are not positive 58. Person on a political ticket 64. Dislike, and then some 66. Elephant’s weight, maybe 67. Hearing-based 68. “Crazy” singer Patsy 69. Boundary 70. Cable cars on high 71. Used a keyboard 72. “Winnie-thePooh” baby 73. Lauder of cosmetics
World Tour. Simply put, this song is really catchy. Even more, everyone on the track sounds like they’re having a lot of fun, which makes for a pleasant listen each time.
Down 1. Asinine 2. Biblical birthright sellser 3. Advance 4. Business person 5. Nineveh was its capital 6. Kind of court 7. Grocery store staples 8. Patton portrayer 9. Sully 10. Tear violently 11. “Goodbye, friend” 12. “From the Earth to the Moon” author Jules 13. Cookies nearly 2 inches in diameter 21. Oozes 22. .0000001 joule 26. Messy drawer 27. Angler’s supply 28. Leprechaun’s land 29. Amity 30. It’s a tide 31. Become free of moisture 35. Abominable
snowman 37. Figurehead’s place 38. Sometime today 40. L.A. or Houston problem 42. Become ready to pick 45. Asterisked 47. Nortorious London prison 50. Australian bird 52. Takes exception to 53. Legislate 54 . In a high-minded way 55. “Come in!” 59. Off-limits thing 60. ____-European 61. “I smell ___!”(Something’s fishy here) 62. Not wild at all 63. “Will there be anything ___?” 65. “___ moment, please”
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History, respect defines rivalry between DePaul and Loyola By Lawrence Kreymer Sports Editor
DePaul and Loyola-Chicago met 36 times coming into their matchup Friday night at Hoyne Field, with the Ramblers leading the all-time series 18-13-5. Even though the matchup has favored Loyola in recent seasons, winning four out of the last six meetings, the Blue Demons still treat this rivalry as one of their biggest games of the season. In college athletics, there are several games a team circles on their calendars as “must-win” games and, for DePaul, a school that is located in the heart of Chicago, beating another school either in or around the area is virtually a “must-win.” “Always an exciting atmosphere, especially when you got 1,000 people in the crowd that it’s always fun to play no matter if it’s at Wish Field or away,” sophomore forward Jack Richards said after the game. “Everyone knows what this rivalry means, both [are] in Chicago about 20 minutes away, so we are trying to get excited for it as much as possible. And [we] want to beat these guys.” While DePaul entered this matchup playing its best soccer of the early season, winning two straight games and not conceding any goals in them, recent form gets thrown out the window and the only thing that matters is the next 90 minutes to try and win the game. On Friday night, that proved to be the case, with DePaul coming into the game in better form, but got outplayed by Loyola for most of the night. The Ramblers won the game 4-2 in front of a raucous crowd, moving the Blue Demons to 3-2 on the season. “I’m pretty familiar with their players and I know it’s a great team; I told the guys that they’re fiercy, aggressive and we didn’t respond to that in the first half and that’s why we went down 1-0,” senior defender Max de Bruijne said. “The second half we started the same, going two goals down, and then finally we started playing like ourselves for 15 minutes." For the first 30 minutes of the game
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DePaul and Loyola soccer players fight for the ball during a Ramblers corner kick on Friday. DePaul fell to Loyola 4-2 at Hoyne Field. there wasn’t much to separate both teams, something that is expected in a rivalry match. With less than 15 minutes to go in the first half, the Ramblers found the opening goal when they worked the ball into the box and a first-time shot by Justin Sukow beat DePaul goalie, Drew Nuelle. The goal sent nearly 900 fans – most of them wearing Loyola shirts – out of their seats and into a frenzy, with those fans understanding how much this game means to both schools. While players and fans from each side understand how important this rivalry is to DePaul and Loyola, head coach Mark Plotkin might have the best knowledge because he played in this rivalry when he was a player for the Blue Demons from 2006-2009. “One of our goals at the beginning of the year was to try to be the best team in Chicago and we have an opportunity to
play Loyola and UIC this year and we are 0-1, but have UIC on Tuesday,” Plotkin said after the game. “But we know it’s always going to be a tough battle because there’s so much familiarity between the two teams – there’s a lot of former teammates from the clubs. We have a bunch of young guys where this was one of their first versions and I’m proud of the fact that we fought back and that we didn’t give in. We got two back to make it a game, it’s just unfortunate that we couldn’t get the third.” The first 30 minutes of the second half played out identical like the first half, both teams playing in the middle of the field and struggling to test the opposing goalie. But in the 76st and 77th minute, Loyola found a crack in DePaul’s defense. The Ramblers would quickly grab two goals in a minute, giving them a 3-0 lead. But, like Plotkin said, the Blue Demons responded with two goals in the 80th and
SOCCER, continued from back page DePaul’s defense was able to post a shutout to hand the Jayhawks their first and only loss of the season. With only five shots, the opportunities were slim but they were able to capitalize in the second half, where junior centerfielder Jade Eriksen-Russo scored an unassisted goal to break the 0-0 scoreline. The game was a breath of fresh air for the team. “It felt great, I think that game was a turning point for our team because you could feel the energy and the way we were playing off of each other,” EriksenRusso said. “We proved to ourselves that we play as a team. And I think from that point forward we are just going to continue to grow on that.” Not only was the win against Kansas a great opportunity for boosting the team’s morale, but it was a shining moment for the veteran players. “It was definitely one of the most incredible experiences I have had at DePaul so far,” Morgan Turner, junior forward, said. Looking forward, a win against Kansas can be the opportunity for a legitimate leap heading into Big East play. If the team is looking to establish
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DePaul freshman forward Kristin Boos fights Loyola midfielder Sienna Curz for the ball on Thursday at Loyola University. The Demons beat Loyola 2-0 at Hoyne Field. success and fulfill their goal of winning the tournament, having a game like the Kansas game under their belts will give them a great deal of confidence. “I think everyone played with so
much intensity and determination and I think that will carry us through the rest of our games too,” Turner said. Also, they gained assurance, knowing that their team is solid and have the
81st minute from de Bruijne and, for the four minutes, Loyola was on their heels trying to prevent DePaul from completing the comeback. They did exactly that when they scored their fourth goal of the game in the 86th minute, putting the game away and giving the Ramblers their 19th victory in the alltime series. “Started rough, didn’t play well to our strengths and playing more to what they were wanting to do,” Richards said. “After going down 3-0 and finding that energy, we put two away and we showed what we can do. We just gotta keep that going for the rest of the season and play full games like that.” For Richards and his team, losing to their biggest rival will undoubtedly sting for a little while, but they will have another chance to play a Chicago rival when they visit UIC on Tuesday night. ability to go and beat some of the better teams in the country is powerful. In the Big East, they will not see a team like Kansas or South Carolina. “I think our focus has been on all these games to prepare us for conference. Knowing that we played a challenging schedule and knowing that when we get to conference were not going to see anything we haven’t already seen is good,” Chastain said. Big East play provides an opportunity for even more intense games. There is a level of comradery and implications that comes in those contests that the older players on the team know very well. “I think I am most looking forward to playing really great teams and competing with them because we are here to prove that we deserve to get some titles on our backs. And I think that from the past weekend, we proved to Kansas in our recent victory that we are not only here to compete against these teams but to win,” Eriksen-Russo said. Big East competition starts on Saturday, Sept. 28 against Creighton University on the road.
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Blue Demons miss plenty of chances, forced to settle for a draw By Nate Burleyson Asst. Sports Editor
Coming off of a win and entering a new part of the season, the DePaul women’s soccer team (3-4-1) took on Bowling Green (2-3-2) in a Sunday matinee game at Wish Field. The first and second halves were decidedly different and, after two overtime periods, the teams tied at a score of 1-1 In the first half, the Blue Demons came in with a strong emphasis on defense. The team was playing a lot of the game off the ball in their half of the field while the Bowling Green midfielders tried to make something happen. The first 30 minutes saw a lot of control by the Falcon’s offense. Toward the end of the first half, the Blue Demons found more of their offensive identity and took some control back. A few set-piece opportunities allowed some close chances for the team, yet they failed to get anything on goal. A couple of crosses could not find any follow-up. The first goal came in for the Bowling Green Falcons with only three minutes left in the first half. A free-kick from the right side was struck well and goalkeeper Mollie Erikson came out of goal to try and leap up for the ball but it bounced over the wall of players and dropped in the goal. After breaking the deadlock, Bowling Green lead 1-0 after the first half. A couple of differences between the teams in the first half came in aggression. The Bowling Green Falcons had 11 fouls in the first 45 minutes, and three yellow cards to boot. DePaul had only three fouls and took away a lot of balls cleanly, yet still struggled to establish any legitimate counterattacks. “At halftime, our coaches really ripped into us about our work in the first half and how it was less than what we are used to, what we can do and what we are capable of,” freshman forward Kristin Boos said. Morgan Turner made her mark on the game with her own theatrics just three minutes into the second half. She dribbled the ball out to the right side, found her separation, and struck a calculated and beautiful shot past the diving goalkeeper into the top left of the goal. The equalizer was a product of the newfound energy brought into the second. “I think that in the second half, we really stepped up offensively and we changed our formation, which really helped us get a lot more chances,” Turner said. “I think we also were able to battle really hard in the second half to get the first goal.” That energy in the second half kept on for both teams. The Blue Demons were able to get a lot more shots on goal and find an offensive groove. “Our motivation was that we weren't going to sit back and let this team pass around us, we are going to take initiative to take the ball and make something happen,” defender Avery Hay said. Both Jade Eriksen-Russo and Mary Tierney had one-on-one chances with the Bowling Green goalkeeper but were shut down on both shots. With 11 minutes left in the second half, Kristin Boos created something out of nothing: Despite tons of pressure from Bowling Green defenders, Boos was able to fire a clean shot but it just missed above the crossbar. The Blue Demons offense took over
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The DePaul Women’s soccer team celebrate a goal by junior forward Megan Turner against Bowling Green on Sunday at Wish Field. in the last 20 minutes. Both teams spent most of their time in the Bowling Green side of the field, with constant pressure applied by Boos, Eriksen-Russo and Tierney. “I thought we had a really great chance to score and go up 2-1 which we didn’t quite execute how I’d like us to. But that’s soccer,” head coach Erin Chastain said. With just five minutes left, a ball was played in beautifully to Turner who was tripped up by the goalkeeper who made the play on the ball. What could have been the best chance for DePaul came up empty. Despite the flurry of shots, the two teams went to overtime. In overtime, there was a lot more back and forth to start the first period. Both teams found equal chances. Bowling Green found a counterattack opportunity and a shot chipped over Erikson for what looked like the gamewinner, yet offsides was called and the teams played on. The game stayed tied after the first overtime period. The second period saw DePaul get a few more opportunities. With three minutes to go, the team got two corner kicks back-to-back and got nothing out of it. The game dwindled down and it was a frustrating draw after two scoreless overtime periods. Even with the disappointment of not getting a win, the draw result still allowed the team to come away with a positive outlook on their resiliency. “When you play not so well in the first half, you can either turn around or you can continue to play like you were and I think we just found it in us to change the way of the game,” Hay said. The Blue Demons will look to improve upon their 3-4-1 record when they take on Samford on Thursday at Wish Field. The team will then have nine days to prepare for their first conference game, which is on the road against Creighton on Sep. 28.
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When there is a lot of new players coming into the program, there is also a need for veteran players who can be leaders to the young players. While there are only two returning seniors from last season, junior forward Jaylen Butz figures to have a larger leadership role since him, Reed and Devin Gage have been in the program the longest. “It’s exciting, it’s very exciting,” Butz said. “It’s a challenge also, learning from Max [Strus], Eli [Cain] and Femi [Olujobi], I was with Max and Eli for two years so I got a lot closer with them and I picked up a lot more traits off them. But overall it is exciting being able to step into a new role and being able to step up as a leader for the team. Being able to share my experiences with the younger guys and guys who may need a little filling.” In years past under Leitao, young players haven’t gotten as much playing time as the older or more experienced players would get. But since this new Blue Demons roster features a lot of young players, Weems and Jacobs promise to be vital pieces in either the starting lineup or coming off the bench. “[Romeo] is humble, he’s very humble,” sophomore guard Flynn Cameron said. “He’s had a lot of hype coming in and he’s verbally talking about himself. He doesn’t back down on the court and he’s got a strong work ethic.” Now that Leitao has, arguably, his strongest roster in four years, the expectations from the outside public is to make a significant improvement in terms of record and their standing in the conference. For some the goal this season would be at least to make the NIT Tournament, but Leitao doesn’t believe the expectations should change this season. “I think it’s a natural thing when you
EXTENSION, continued from back page serving as the assistant director. Tibaldi found his way to an assistant coaching job at Cleveland State, and Diallo was recently hired as an assistant coach at Central Connecticut. According to the report, Tibaldi said he was aware that the program was in violation of NCAA rules, but did not report it because he did not want to be disloyal or inadvertently harm the careers of any of his colleagues. The only player who fits the description in the NCAA report is Levi Cook, a 6’10’’ four-star center from West Virginia. Cook struggled with injuries while at DePaul and transferred away from the program after his freshman year. The report does not specifically charge Leitao with any NCAA violation, but levied a suspension against him on the ground that he failed to effectively oversee his program. “The head coach created an environment where staff members did not report violations or consult with the compliance staff but chose to remain silent,” the committee said. “The head coach simply did not ensure a compliant program.” The university came out publicly following the ruling to voice their displeasure with the NCAA’s conclusion, and has since referred requests for comment to that original statement from July. “The decision and findings by the NCAA Committee on Infractions (COI) following a self-reported infraction, and subsequent cooperation, by DePaul University is disappointing,” the statement said. “This infraction was an isolated incident directed and then concealed by a former staff member that resulted in, at most, a limited recruiting advantage rela-
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DePaul junior guard Charlie Moore brings the ball up the court in the against the Netherlands National "B" Team in Paris on Aug. 6. see on paper how the outside world views things should go, but the reality of what happens in between the lines stays the same,” Leitao said. “Whether we thought we had an excellent team or not so good team, we got to be able to perform a certain way. I think there’s from our standpoint
expected obligations because there’s talent and depth, but at the same time you’ve got a real challenge because we don’t have a vetrean team that has relied on each other and knows the movements of each other as much of our opponents would have.” Regardless of Leitao hoping to
tive to one former student-athlete. Since our self-report in January 2018, DePaul has cooperated with the NCAA Enforcement staff to proactively pursue the resolution of this matter and has reviewed and further strengthened related protocol and practice. “DePaul respectfully disagrees with the COI’s findings relative to head coach Dave Leitao under the Head Coach Control doctrine. Coach Leitao is a man of character and integrity, who has the support of the administration in leading our men’s basketball program. “In the interest of concluding the infractions process and moving forward for the men’s basketball program, DePaul has agreed to accept the penalties as described in the COI’s decision.” DePaul’s athletic department declined to comment on the extension process until the contract has been finalized, but it seems clear that the school has decided to hang their hat on Leitao’s incoming class of recruits — which has been ranked among the Top-25 in the nation — and ignore the NCAA’s sanctions. This coming season will be Leitao’s first with a team of players recruited largely by himself. After Leitao left DePaul at the end of the 2004-05 season to take the head coaching job at the University of Virginia, his value on the college basketball market started to fall. He wound up in the D-League (now the G-League) as the head coach of the Maine Red Claws and then found his way to an assistant coaching job at Tulsa. Then, he came to DePaul and was immediately making over $1 million per year, despite the fact that there was little demand for his services as a head coach. His salary currently sits on the lower end of Big East coaches’ salaries. At the press conference that announced Leitao’s return to Lincoln Park, Lenti Ponsetto made it clear that the expectation was
for Leitao to start winning games right away. Since then, Lenti Ponsetto has urged fans to be patient. DePaul’s fan base has become disillusioned with over a decade of failed coaching hires and little to no improvement. For some alumni who have moved away from Chicago since graduating, getting excited about DePaul men’s basketball gets more difficult by the year. Tim Ring, a 1991 DePaul graduate and the son of former College of Education dean Austin Flynn, grew up as an avid DePaul men’s basketball fan. He estimates that he attended almost every single home men’s basketball game between 1976 and 1994. Today, Ring lives in Phoenix, Arizona and works as a sportscaster for ABC, and says he’s still waiting for DePaul to give him a reason to fly back to Chicago to watch a home game. “DePaul is so far gone,” Ring said. “If they can’t get out of their own way, there is nothing really more to say. You know, so many years have gone by with mistake, after mistake, after mistake, it just seems like the media and fans just threw their hands up and said, ‘We quit.’” Ring’s gripes with the program, like many fans and alumni, center around coaching hires made by Jean Lenti Ponsetto. Over her time as athletic director, she has made three coaching hires: Jerry Wainwright, Oliver Pernell and Dave Leitao. Wainwright is the only one of the three to produce a winning record in the regular season, and he did it once in 2007. “I’ve known Jean my whole life,” Ring said. “I know she loves DePaul, I know she wants them to do well — there is no question about it. You can’t live and breathe and work at a university for that long and not want them to do well. “But the reality is, she’s blown these
downplay the expectations that his team have going into this season, fans will be expecting the team to take a step forward this season, considering the talent and depth that’s on the roster.
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DePaul head coach Dave Leitao walks off court at Wintrust Arena. coaching hires. The proof is right there — it’s inarguable. I just hope that going forward at DePaul, that when it’s time to hire the next coach, the process is different.” Gregory Hermes, who has been a DePaul men’s basketball fan since the heart of the Ray Meyer era in the late 70s agrees, but doesn’t put the full weight of responsibility on Lenti Ponsetto’s shoulders. Administrators like the president, who has voiced his support for the athletics director, and the board of trustees also have to allow this to happen and, he says, don’t seem to understand how athletics can drive fundraising. “I just honestly don’t understand,” Hermes said. “Let’s talk about continuity with the Vincentian mission: endowments go to provide scholarship and help students in need. So to look down your nose at raising money, or to not prioritize it, is not serving your mission.”
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The DePaul men’s basketball team huddles up around head coach Dave Leitao during a timeout in the first half. The Blue Demons defeated the Paris PK All Stars 118-56 on Aug. 8.
European trip helps build chemistry on and off the court By Lawrence Kreymer Sports Editor
Following the loss to South Florida in the CBI championship series in April, DePaul’s attention and focus was immediately turned toward the 20192020 Blue Demons roster — which has the potential to be the most talented team that head coach Dave Leitao has had to work with since returning to DePaul in 2015. As a result, the expectations for the program to improve on their 19-17 record from last season is at an ultimate high. Last season’s runner-up finish in the CBI left fans wanting to see more from DePaul, but also cautious optimism heading into the following season due to
the incoming recruiting class, which is the program’s highest rated in over a decade and the growth from returning players like junior Paul Reed and Jaylen Butz. In August, the team traveled to France and Italy to learn more about St. Vincent de Paul and visit important historical landmarks in Europe, but also got to play three games against the Netherlands’ National “B” Team and the Paris PK All Stars. The Blue Demons won all three games by an average of 29 points per game. With all of the new players being added into the mix this season, that is headlined by freshmen Romeo Weems and Markese Jacobs, coupled with all of the returning players — having the ability to play games in the summer gave Leitao and his coaching staff the ability to see what his
team’s strengths and weaknesses are. “Taking the team over [to Europe] is a good specific comradery element that you enjoy with the guys,” Leitao said. “You get to see them in a totally different light; a lot of times it is not basketball. For us, it is an academic element, they are learning things they have never seen or heard of before. “For basketball, it’s a chemistry thing. Guys bonding together and that was a very important piece.” In those three games, Leitao got a chance not only to play different lineups that he wouldn’t normally play in meaningful games — but also an opportunity to give his new players the majority of playing time. One of those newer players that got plenty of playing time in Europe was junior
guard Charlie Moore, who transferred from University of Kansas to DePaul in May. Moore didn’t wait long to make an early impression, as he scored 29 points and added three steals in the first game while coming off the bench. After his breakout performance in game one, Leitao gave Moore a start in game two and totaled 18 points, four rebounds and assists. While Moore has the potential to add a scoring threat to the Blue Demons either as a starter or off the bench this season, there is still a question mark if he will be eligible to play in 2019-2020. So far, the NCAA hasn’t announced if they will grant him a waiver and Leitao said it is an “ongoing process.”
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Women’s soccer sees newfound success ahead of conference play By Nate Burleyson Asst. Sports Editor
Even in a long season, good teams tend to find themselves some time to reflect and strengthen up before the toughest stretches. For the women’s soccer team, they have found a comfortable time. In between regular-season tournaments and Big East conference play, there’s a lot to assess within the team. Coming off of the biggest game of the season to date, a win over No.11 Univeristy of Kansas on Friday, Sept. 6, the team is starting to find what they do best. The start of the season was not ideal. Before the start, two starters, and All-Big East players, Adrian Walker and Ellie Mink were injured. In the spring, both players suffered ACL tears. Youth is also a story as the team does not have any seniors on the roster this season, a first for head coach Erin Chastain in 13 seasons at the helm of the program. The youth of the team brings a new and welcome change to the squad. “I think we have a pretty young group, in terms of having no seniors on the team,” Chastain said. “We’ve happened to have
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DePaul junior forward Morgan Turner celebrates with her team after scoring the second goal for DePaul. Turner’s shot from outside the box put DePaul up for good. four kids who all red-shirted at some point due to injury which has just left us with less experience than I think most of our teams have had.”
As for the loss of two starting players, it’s been tough but manageable. “Adjusting to not having [Walker and Mink] on the field was a challenge,” she
said. “But I think the team has just taken a little longer to figure out what’s going to work for this group and what is going to work going forward this season.” In the opening games of the season, the Blue Demons showed some defensive woes, losing three straight games and allowing two or more goals in each contest. The shortcomings early on accumulated into their success against the University of Dayton where they won 1-0 with a solid defensive performance. “When we went to play at Dayton, it was a road game and it was super hot and a lot of kids had played 90 minutes on that Thursday in a disappointing loss,” Chastain said. “So I think that was a step in the right direction for our group in terms of having a shutout and a great defensive performance considering we did not have that earlier in the season.” The win against Dayton was the first of the season, and the team was able to carry that into the game against Kansas. At Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, the team played No.11 Kansas and No. 7 South Carolina. In the Kansas match,
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