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AUGUST 31, 2016

University to implement sexual assault education program “Only five percent of sexual assaults on college campuses are reported” - AAUP.org BY CHRISTOPHER WALKER Editor-in-Chief “The national statistics show that one in five women in college will be sexually assaulted,” said Amy King, University of New Orleans student accountability director. UNO has decided to try and bring this awareness, education and training about sexual assault to campus with implementation of an online sexual assault awareness and intervention program named “Haven” and an alcohol awareness program named “AlcoholEdu”. Starting later this fall semester, the two online courses will be available for free to all students. It has been widely known that sexual assault is a real problem among college students, but it is only until recently that a serious national dialogue has begun on how to minimize it. During the summer, a sexual assault case on Stanford’s campus, perpetrated by Brock Turner, brought what has long been a problem lurking in the dark on college

campuses into the national spotlight. “I think that this culture of drunk hookups has the ability to cause so many problems down the line in students lives. And it’s easy to say that now, Monday morning quarterbacking, having been in college years ago, but it’s true,” said Amy King. “We are aware of the college culture, that this is not a utopian society, but the legal aspect of consent [under the influence of alcohol] should be a strong consideration when making decisions,” said King. “There’s some talk about what it means to get ‘drunk consent,’ but that’s a misnomer; drunk consent doesn’t exist,” said King. “When alcohol becomes involved, you become incapacitated and the law states that consent cannot be given. You need to be very cautious.

There are legal repercussions, that’s the state’s stance.” Dean of Student Affairs Brett Kemker said, “Our job is to equip the students with knowledge. And what they decide to do in a given situation is absolutely up to them. But we think the more education and the more information we can get out to students is going to alleviate those issues.” “We’re rolling [the two programs] out together because there’s a correlation between the two issues,” said Kemker. “The number of sexual assault instances per college student at UNO are lower than the national average, but training

and awareness still needs to be gotten out.” Kemker said “Haven” is “about healthy relationships, the importance of consent, being a good communicator and the many ways you can help create the safe, positive campus you want to be a part of.” “This program is being implemented in school systems all over the country, and we can compare our data with other colleges and see which schools are doing well, which are doing poorly, and with this network can all help each other,” said Kemker. “Haven is going to help us strengthen, at the university level, our support, our responses, and our outreach system,” said Amy King. Students need to keep their eyes on their school emails, as an email will be arriving soon detailing how to sign up for these programs. “Most likely you are attending UNO because you wanted to better

yourself in some way. At UNO, we are dedicated to ensuring that our students are advancing themselves beyond the classroom. [Haven] will help you develop the critical skills to make more thoughtful and educated choices outsides the classroom.” King said, “We want to do more training on bystander intervention, which is just as important. Students can learn more about sexual assault on this campus in person. They can come to counseling services, student health services, and on our student affairs website there’s a resource page for survivors of sexual assault. The office of Student Affairs is your office; any student can access it. It’s a fantastic place to get info on anything you need.” Kemker said, “We’re pleased with our UNO community and how responsible they’ve been up to this point. Very, very high quality group of people. But there’s always room for improvement.”

UNO tuition price holds steady, “fees” nearly double BY LEO CASTELL Driftwood Staff A University of New Orleans student taking only 12 credit hours this semester will technically only be paying $3045.19 in tuition, yet he or she will receive a final bill of $4322, due to over $1000 being labeled as “fees.” The difference of $1276.81 is made up of multiple charges, ranging from a building use fee of $48 to a Privateers spirit fee, which is $5 per credit hour. Compare this to the fall of 2012 where the price of tuition for the same number of hours was almost $500 less ($2582), and the fees a measly $343, as the building use fee and Privateers spirit fee did not exist. Just four years ago, a student could attend UNO for less than half the price of what the tuition is now.

Student response to these fees has been overwhelmingly negative. “Most of the fees paid are vague and sometimes have a ridiculous description, with no explanation as to their true purpose or why they have been increased this coming semester,” sophomore Clay Mistich said. Tuition steadily rose until fall of last year where it has remained stagnant, but the fees have nearly quadrupled and now make up over 25 percent of the final fee bill. An email linking to an explanation of these fees is sent to each student upon being billed and can also be accessed from UNO’s website. Fees, such as the academic excellence fee ($10 per credit hour, up to $120), technology fee ($5 per credit hour, up to $75), and

fuel recovery fee ($10 per credit hour), have been around since 2007 and have only slightly fluctuated in price since then. These fees are used to pay for everything from the library, to the computer lab, to

campus-life activities and sporting events, while the other supports academic advisement and “a new analytical tool that enhances degree completion.” Privateer bucks ($80) is a more recent fee that debuted in 2014 and may be what students are most familiar with. If you’re taking at least 12 hours worth of classes, then paying for this fee gives you money to spend on food that is attached to your student ID. Strangely, the fee this semester is $80, yet the explanation says it only grants you $75 to spend on food. The largest of these fees also debuted in 2014 and is simply listed as “other mandatory fees.” Students taking 12 or more credit hours will be paying a maximum of

“I always pay my tuition out of pocket, but it’s getting harder to do every semester.” - Juan Garcia the university’s energy bills. The aforementioned Privateers spirit fee is among the newer charges, along with the student retention initiative fee ($15 per credit hour). The spirit fee is used to fund

$529.81 for these other fees, which fund everything from campus beautification to student health services. Despite presumably being a compilation of other fees, there is no explicit mention of what exactly makes up this overall fee, yet it will account for about half of the total fees paid by each student. “I can understand something like a building use fee, but being charged for Privateer Spirit is just stupid,” senior Jessica Floyd said. “Shouldn’t most of this stuff already be covered by tuition? What does our tuition even cover if all this is separate?” The rising fees are a particular sticking point for students like sophomore Juan Garcia that don’t receive any financial aid. “I always pay my tuition out of pocket, but it’s getting harder to do every semester.”

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NEWS

Former KKK Grand Wizard speaks out on higher education BY CHRISTOPHER WALKER Editor-in-Chief David Duke, former Grand Wizard of Ku Klux Klan, is running for United States Senate to replace outgoing Republican Senator David Vitter. If the idea of a former KKK member being elected to congress sounds like a far-fetched idea, Duke ran a successful campaign for the Louisiana senate back in 1989. Duke’s career can be summed up in advice his political manager gave him back in his 1990 campaign for senator. “The Jews just aren’t a big issue in Louisiana. We keep telling David, ‘stick to attacking the blacks. There’s no point in going after the Jews, you just piss them off and nobody here cares about them anyway.’” Although David Duke is running as a Republican, his campaign has

been condemned and not financially supported by the GOP. Although the Republican Party wants nothing to do with him, Duke has endorsed Donald Trump, saying “America has finally embraced my vision of the future.” Driftwood spoke with Duke about his stance on higher education in the United States. “Well, I have a lot of thoughts on [the TOPS cut]. First of all, I have a Ph.D. and have been invited to speak at over 200 universities all over the world, I am very familiar with European universities. And the principle that I believe in is that the universities in this country should be free, and acceptance should be as based on merit as high school is.” “I think that’s the way it should be done. The European system is a superior system in terms of higher education, and we can see that

in the recent decline of American education. I think that acceptance into universities should be based on merit: if you score high on your examinations and so forth, your university is paid for by the state. And the best students go to the most prestigious schools. And, to me, that’s a much fairer system than the one we have in place in America.” “As you know, in America, we have the most elite schools, such as Ivy League, which is where a lot of the elite from America originate. If you get a degree from Harvard, Princeton, Yale (and maybe it shouldn’t be this way), but if you get a degree from one of them, you pretty much go to the top of the list in terms of hiring, and even for promotions within a company once you’re hired.” “If you have a graduate degree from Harvard, it puts you at the

Former Grand Wizard of Ku Klux Klan, David Duke, is running to represent Louisiana in the U.S. Senate. Photo coutesy of Emmanuel d’Aubignosc

top of the list for almost anything. So why do we have a situation in this country where students are straddled with horrific debt at the same time we have HP1 Visas that let schools around the world have

their citizens come here AND get an education, when their country is not even paying [for their citizen’s] education?” “So this is stuff we have to pay for. This is critical.”

FOR BETTER OR WORSE

Earthquake hits Italian town Amatrice, killing 280

UNO’s Christian organization, Chi Alpha, teamed up with Convoy of Hope to hand out supplies after the flood in Bethany, LA. Photo coutesy of Marybeth Oliver

UNO police to start ticketing Tuesday after Labor Day

Campus organizations pitch in to aid flood victims BY BRITTANY KARNO Driftwood Staff University of New Orleans students have been helping Louisiana flood victims in substantial ways, both individually and as a part of larger organizations. Members of Chi Alpha, UNO’s Christian University Organization, teamed up with Convoy of Hope to travel to Bethany, Louisiana, personally handing out supplies in neighborhoods devastated by the flood. Chi Alpha Life group leader, Tim Piglia, and Delgado Chi Alpha pastor, Chris Buckel, came together to organize a group of 18 volunteers: nine UNO students, six Xavier students, the new Delgado Chi Alpha pastor, along with the UNO Chi Alpha pastor and her husband. Chi Alpha member and UNO student Megan Miller witnessed surprising compassion. “The most surprising thing was that even though these people had lost their belongings without warning and

their houses were in need of fixing, they were still kind. They still had this innate compassion, despite the circumstances they were in. It was amazing to witness,” Miller said. “It was an eye-opener in the regard of being reminded to be thankful for the everyday things we tend to take for granted. One act of kindness can make or break a person’s day. I was grateful to be able to be a part of it,” Miller said, when asked to describe her overall experience volunteering. UNO Greek Life has also been involved in relief efforts. Zeta Tau Alpha President, Ciara Bloemer, has encouraged Zeta Tau Alpha members to donate necessities to the Service Coalition drive. “A lot of our members are also in service coalition, so our members are donating things to the Service Coalition drive as part of their service hours requirement. A few of our members have also gone to Baton Rouge and Denham [Springs] to help people gut their houses,” Bloemer said. UNO Cheerleaders have col-

laborated with the Louisiana Restaurant Association to deliver supplies to flood victims in Baton Rouge. LRA members have donated clothing, along with their own money, to buy supplies. “We will be donating all supplies to a school (most likely Albany elementary, middle, and high school) because they will be opening up soon, but their students have lost almost all, if not everything in the classrooms,” UNO Cheerleader and LRA member, Sidney Yearling said. “LRA members have taken supplies to Baton Rouge, and we’re still working to purchase more supplies.” Students can make donations to help the victims affected by flooding at Service Coalition donation bins located in the Student Involvement and Leadership Office, North Residence Hall and Privateer Enrollment Center until August 29th. The Service Coalition is collecting: feminine hygiene products, non-perishable food, clothing, blankets/pillows/sheets and hygiene products.

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Plunge into student involvement BY MINDY JARRETT Copy Editor University of New Orleans Privateers looking to plunge into the new school year – that is, get involved – look no further than Privateer Plunge! Brought to you by the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership and the Office of Enrollment Services, Privateer Plunge is an event-fueled challenge that students participate in to win prizes. The events are divided into four main categories. Community and service-based events, like attending a UNO Service Coalition meeting, introducing students to campus clubs that benefit the world outside of the UNO community. Health, wellness and personal development events feature beginning yoga and basketball with fraternity members. Social and cultural events are rooted more in personal preference, like attending the English Department’s Yeah, You Write! event. Academic and traditional events include participating in the yearly Swampball game or meeting writing coaches. The events lead up to the grand finale on Wednesday, October 26, where winners will be announced. All students may attend the events, however, only new freshmen and new transfer students who attend a total of 12 events during

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK What song is currently stuck in your head?

Students check-in at the Privateer Plunge Back to School Bash at Ponchartrain Hall Courtyard on Monday, Aug. 29. Photo by Nathan Nguyen

their first six weeks at UNO, three events in each category, are eligible to win prizes. Those who have completed the challenge requirements will be chosen for prize packages. Those who have surpassed the minimum and gone on to attend at least 20 events will be entered in a second drawing for the grand prize. Though students are not required to attend events in the fifth track in order to be eligible to win prizes, transfer track events are also offered. Events are already underway, and some have even produced record-breaking attendance results. “The luau was groundbreaking,” said student activities council member Jai Washington. “It actu-

ally broke a record.” Eight hundred students attended the Welcome Back Luau on August 18, and the following night, 300 students witnessed the showmanship of former “America’s Got Talent” contestant Mike Super at the Mike Super Magic & Illusion event. Another 500 students were in attendance for Fresh Fest, “the organization fair where you can meet most people you’ll need to know to succeed at UNO.” There are still three weeks to go and many events left to attend. We might be a little biased, but we’re really looking forward to the Meet the Press event on Wednesday, September 14. Get plunging, Privateers!

“It has to be ‘Closer’ by The Chainsmokers. It’s catchy, and I just really like that song.” ABED MOUSA Junior, Computer Science

“The song ‘Pokémon GO Song’ is stuck in my head. It’s just so catchy, which is why it’s been stuck in my head since [Sunday]. Everyone should go listen to it.”

DEBORAH LAGOS Junior, Psychology

FINANCING YOUR FUTURE TODAY

Time to stock up

BY FERNANDO J. SABALLOS Driftwood Contibutor A stock is ownership in a company. In addition to being a product for accumulating wealth, stocks grant voting rights; and, based on the weight of your shares, your voice is heard in the management of the company. Often times, you will be sent a proxy vote notification from your brokerage, and you’ll be able to vote online. A lot of the voting matters might seem complex, but it’s just another reason to do thorough research on the company before you invest in it. While having authority in a company is exciting, your mind, no doubt, is always focused on one thing: accumulating wealth. There are two forms of accumulating wealth from stock: capital gains and dividends. Capital gains are simple: If the share

price of a stock increases from the initial purchase, you are at a gain. Once you choose to sell, you “realize” the gain. Gains are deposited into your account, and once they settle, you can use them however you please. Dividends are a form of income that a company pays, typically quarterly, to its investors, at a certain amount per share. You can choose whether to realize the dividend income or reinvest it in the company for ownership in more shares. Dividends, however, are established at the discretion of the company. The largest and most senior companies are often the ones to pay out dividends. They’re sustainable enough to pay out quarterly in order to keep investors satisfied. Why don’t all large corporations such as Amazon, Facebook, and Netflix pay out dividends? I can’t speak on behalf of their investment strategies, but luckily, you will always know which companies pay dividends as that information is readily available for free on numerous financial research websites. The younger generation of investors often takes for granted the convenience of living in an age where technology has made trading vastly more efficient and affordable. In present day, this is as simple as the click of a button and your order is executed almost instantaneously. Past images of

motor-mouth brokers yelling across a trading floor or bidders fighting their way through the floor of a stock exchange to buy and sell are long gone. Today, I can research a stock, get a real-time price quote, and trade five minutes before a class starts, all via my broker app. By the time the professor barks at us to put our phones away, I’ve gained ownership in a company. The affordability comes in the form of significantly reduced cost of trading. Once upon a time, most commissions were percentage based. Buying $500 worth of stock might cost you three percent ($15), but now, brokerage firms charge flat rates so that same $500 can cost $8.95 (Charles Schwab) or $7.95 (Fidelity). This improvement in client services minimizes cost and maximizes opportunity. Something else to keep in mind, in addition to fees, is what else could potentially eat into your profits. Taxes are always a factor with investments. While exact tax amounts vary, depending on income, the simplest thing I can tell you is that long-term investments, those holding for longer than a year, are taxed at a lower rate than short-term investments. Further details on rates and bracket can be found at www. IRS.gov or www.taxfoundation. org

“The song that is stuck in my head is ‘Electric Love’ by Børns. It always comes on in my Pandora station and I like it.”

SARAH HOTARD Freshman, Studio Art

“It’s called ‘Chum Chum Bed Rum,’ if you’ve ever heard of it; it’s by some Russian guy (Weird Russian Singer). It’s just catchy.”

VINCENT ACOSTA Freshman, Computer Science

“The song that’s stuck in my head is ‘Cheap Thrills’ by Sia. Every time I listen to it, I just think about little kids screaming ‘I love cheap thrills!’”

YASMIN MOUJIR Sophomore, Psychology

Compiled by Nathan Nguyen

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2016

SPORTS

Photo coutesy of UNO Athletics

UNO Volleyball burned by Illinois-Chicago BY UNO ATHLETICS The University of New Orleans volleyball team concluded play in the Redhawks Drury Hotels Invitational on Saturday afternoon, falling 3-0 (25-17, 25-23, 26-24) to the University of Illinois-Chicago. Junior middle blocker Rondolyn Bryant (Exercise Physiology) highlighted the offense with nine kills on an accurate .615 clip with a match-high three blocks assisted. Sophomore outside hitter Blessing Dunn (Business Management) logged a double-double for the second-consecutive match, posting 14 digs with 11 kills. As a unit, the Privateers (1-2) held the advantage in digs 38-31 and total blocks 5-1. The Flames (3-0) recorded a team hitting percentage of .408, besting New Orleans’ .223 mark. “Quality of contact and decision making wasn’t there today,” head coach Millicent Van Norden explained. “We didn’t take care of the ball as attackers. Yesterday I felt we were off to a quick start but that was not present today.” The Privateers came out firing in the third set, starting the frame with five terminations and a block to take a 6-0 advantage. Despite the strong start, UIC fought their way back into the set and took a brief lead at 17-16. The Privateers quickly countered with three-consecutive

tallies to retake the advantage, before a pair of errors put the Flames ahead 20-19. Facing elimination at 24-22, the Privateers scored a pair of points off a kill from Dunn and a service ace from sophomore outside hitter Lane Hindenburg (Exercise Science & Physiology) to tie it up 24-24. Needing to win by two, the flames ended the contest with consecutive points. Illinois-Chicago jumped ahead of the Privateers in the opening set, using a 3-0 rally to take the 12-6 advantage early in the frame. Senior middle hitter Keke Richards (Business Management) sparked a three-point spree for UNO, which helped the royal blue and silver keep the separation within three until a costly run by the flames created a five-point separation at 1813. UIC carried the momentum to a 25-17 set victory. New Orleans took its first lead of the contest in the second set, a kill by Dunn on the opening play, before a 5-0 response by the Flames put them behind 5-1. In similar fashion to the previous set, the Privateers brought the deficit to within three, only this time UNO managed to take the lead after three kills from Bryant during a 5-0 run put the royal blue and silver ahead 18-17. The Flamed retook the advantage with three-straight points and five of the following six points to take the 22-19 lead. Freshman outside hitter Jordan Yauch (Bio-

logical Science) brought the Privateers back to within one with backto-back terminations, followed by a service ace from sophomore libero Samantha Uline (Exercise Physiology) to knot up the score at 22all. The sides swapped the ensuing two points before UIC ended the set with two-straight points to win 25-23. Freshman setter Sarah Thomas (Accounting & Finance) paced the Privateers with 38 assists while chipping in six digs and one assisted block. Yauch finished the match with eight kills and four digs while sophomore middle blocker Kaitlyn Grice (Biology) recorded six on a .364 clip. “We saw a lot of things we need to improve on this weekend,” Van Norden concluded. “But I believe we have a lot to build upon. The team wants to be great and understands we will have pitfalls along the way and we all know that we have to keep working and evolve every day.” The Privateers return to action on Friday, Sept. 2 when they take on the University of Delaware at 9 am to kick off the FGCU Hilton Garden Inn Invitation in Ft. Myers, Florida. UNO plays its first home contest of the season on Thursday, Sept. 22 against Houston Baptist at 7 pm in the Southland Conference opener. Admission to all Privateer home matches is free.

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UNO Athletics partners with Son of a Saint BY UNO ATHLETICS With a long-standing goal of giving back to the community which supports its programs and with a continued commitment to provide student-athletes with an all-around experience during their time on the Lakefront, the University of New Orleans Department of Athletics announced a partnership with Son of a Saint on Thursday. Founded by UNO alumnus Bivian “Sonny” Lee, III, who also serves as the organization’s president, Son of a Saint exists to enhance the lives of fatherless boys through mentorship, emotional support, development of life skills, exposure to constructive experiences and formation of positive, lasting peer-to- peer relationships. “We are excited to launch this new community partnership with Sonny and Son of a Saint,” New Orleans Director of Athletics Derek Morel said. “Sonny and his mentors have given their time and resources to positively impact the lives of the young people in the program. We are eager to work in close collaboration with him to enhance his efforts and make a difference in our community through this joint initiative.” Established on Jan. 1, 2011, Son of a Saint gets its origins from its creator as Lee’s father, Bivian Lee, Jr., was a defensive back for the New Orleans from 1971-75, died at age 36 after suffering a heart attack in 1984 and left behind a wife, a five-year old daughter, Tamica, and a threeyear old son, Sonny. As an adult, the younger Lee came to understand the struggles and challenges his mother faced and gained an appreciation for the opportunities he was afforded as a child – opportunities the average youth would not. From access to psychiatrists, to addressing anger issues associated with not having his father in his life, to an ability to play several sports leagues and enjoy the relationships he was able to build with teammates and coaches, Lee was convinced that the array of opportunities made him who he is today – an educated professional who is a leader in the community.

The program is named in honor of his late father and single mother with a goal of “paying it forward” and replicating his own experience for a special group of fatherless young males in the community. The newly announced partnership will feature a poetry workshop with the men’s basketball team, cooking classes with the volleyball team as well as tutoring and mentorship programs. In addition, the Privateer student-athletes, coaches and staff will participate in various other educational, recreational, experiential, and service opportunities with the Son of a Saint membership. The mutually beneficial relationship will personify the department’s mission to develop well-rounded, responsible, high-character individuals that are leaders within the community. It will also provide a network of professionals for UNO’s student-athletes as they transition into the desired career choice after graduation. “We couldn’t be more excited and thankful for this great partnership with UNO,” Lee added. “We have special ties to the University of New Orleans and believe it is a natural fit for us. Partnering with UNO will show the young boys and men what university life is like so they get comfortable with the concept of attending college and understanding that it is possible for each of them to do so. “We see UNO student-athletes as role models and mentors to our young boys and men, and we see our Son of a Saint mentors as mentors to the student-athletes. It is a mutually-beneficial relationship built for success that far exceeds the obvious. Most of our boys love sports and for them to be able to see college level athletes is a dream come true. We are also excited about UNO’s international students from around the world and outside of Louisiana. This will expose our mentees to various cultures and people.” For additional information on the Son of a Saint, as well as ways to volunteer and donate to the cause, UNO fans and concerned citizens are encouraged to visit their website at www. SonofaSaint.org.

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UNO alum navigates the world of acting BY ROXANNE ARDEKANI Driftwood Staff “Acting has been a passion of mine for a long time,” said University of New Orleans alumnus Deric Augustine. Augustine, a successful actor, currently alternates between Los Angeles and New York to practice his craft. Augustine and his twin brother began modeling for national retailer J.C. Penney as children. At one of their fashion shows they were persuaded to take acting classes, later making their debut in a production of “The King and I.” “After that performance, I realized that I wanted to be an actor for the rest of my life. I fell in love with the art and the craft,” Augustine explained. Augustine took a break from acting while he finished high school, and although he considered moving to Los Angeles after graduation, he decided to attend college so he could be close to his mother, who was sick at the time. Immediately after enrolling at UNO, Augustine fell in love with the college. “I was known on campus as the overachiever and the guy who had his hands in everything. I led my fraternity’s food drive and voter registration every year,

I was part of the 2010 championship football team. These activities made my experience at UNO extravagant. I’ve maintained contact with the majority of my professors and peers, of whom I constantly ask for advice and guidance. My freshman theater appreciation class still influences my professional career to this day.” After graduating from UNO, Augustine moved to New York to pursue his passion for performance where he was accepted into Negro Ensemble Company, a theater company whose alumni include Samuel L. Jackson, Angela Bassett, Keith David, Laurence Fishburne and many other successful actors. “My training at Negro Ensemble Company built a strong foundation for my acting career.” After his training with the Negro Ensemble Company, Augustine quickly found work. His resume includes: “The Vampire Diaries,” “Notorious,” “The Yard,” “Saints & Sinners” and, most recently, Oprah and Ava Duvernay’s new project, “Queen Sugar.” His film credits are also growing: “When the Game Stands Tall,” “Seven Hands of God” and “Where I Stand.” “I have two movies coming out this fall called “Secrets” and “Girl From Compton,” where I played

DJ Yella in the popular rap group N.W.A.” As for what advice he would give to current students, Augustine said, “Acting has been an incredible milestone in my life. Show business is a very appealing industry, but it’s the journey that’s been the most memorable. I get to travel the world while pursuing a career that I love. Finding a career that you enjoy creates happiness in your life. When your work is aligned with your personality and beliefs, it becomes a career.” “The journey to become a working actor is not easy. Students looking to become actors should be willing to train and take the necessary steps to be successful. UNO has the best film and theatre department in Louisiana, but it’s still important that you acquire an agent so he or she can locate jobs for you.” Augustine recommends acquiring an agent early on, and that it’s important to travel to either Los Angeles or New York for training. “As an aspiring actor it’s important to make a vision board to fuel your career. Write down your overall objectives, directors and producers you would like to work with, actors you would want as your cast-mates and most importantly where you see yourself in 5 years.”

UNO alum, Deric Augustine, is a successful actor. Starring in films and television shows, he alternates between Los Angeles and New York. Photo coutesy of IMDb

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How to save your sex life after children among parents, there are steps that can be taken to increase a couple’s intimacy.

BY LINDSAY MAXIE Driftwood Staff

Having children changes everything in a couple’s life. The act of sex becomes a mythical concept pushed down to the bottom of a long to-do list. Between work, school, feedings and everyday errands, it is a miracle that one can even manage to get his or her child to school on time without their clothes on inside out, slippers still on. If parents can barely find the time to get all of their responsibilities done in a day, there is no chance of sacrificing sleep just for sex. Although having a thriving sexual relationship is difficult

Lock the doors Children are like fire alarms: they seem to receive a mysterious signal every time Mom and Dad try to escape for some “adult” time. “After three children and 23 years of marriage, our sex life became a twice-a-year event. One thing my wife and I could always count on was our children getting out of their beds as soon things started to heat up in the bedroom. It’s as if a signal went off in their rooms that compelled them to run to the door just

to ask why is the door locked and what we were doing in there,” said UNO student David Riviere. Although being asked what’s going on in your bedroom by your toddler can be alarming, every parent develops their own lie. “Just having an adult conversation,” is a personal favorite of mine.

Schedule time for sex Making time isn’t always easy, but when a couple commits to it, they are likely to increase the frequency of their sex life. “We are able to have T:10.25 ‘’ sex more than once a week because we have our dedicated days to making it happen,” said Sabrina Hastings. Ta-

sha Dubois stresses making time to incorporate sex into a relationship, “whether you have to get a babysitter or give your child some Benadryl, set up the baby gate, and put on Elmo.”

Keep kids out of the bedroom “Our kids have an early bedtime and do not sleep in our room. In our bedroom, our conversations do not revolve around our kids. We talk about our day and focus on each other. It is our designated alone time to build intimacy,” said Hastings.

Make it quick and sneaky

In order to salvage any remaining sense of adventure, a couple should change it up a little. Trying doing it during the daytime, but make sure it is while the children are busy and it is done in a room that locks. Hastings said, “We are able to be spontaneous when we assign our children the chore of cleaning their rooms. However, it can no longer occur in a public area in the house, but must be confined to a romantic laundry room where the door locks.”

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IUDs, a safe, if rarely used, method of birth control BY ANJANAE CRUMP Managing Editor According to the Centers for Disease Control, 62 percent of the 60.9 million women aged 15-44 in the United States from 2011-13 reported using some form of birth control. The most commonly used methods were the pill, female sterilization and male condoms. The least-used method was intrauterine devices (IUDs), with 7.2 percent of women using them—less than half of the leading method, the pill, topping the charts at 16 percent. Unlike the pill, which is taken every day, an IUD is described as a reversible contraceptive that is inserted into the uterus and can last for years. They contain either copper or hormones to prevent pregnancy. Brands include Mirena, Liletta and Skyla. There seemed to be a cloud of mystery surrounding this method of birth control. Freshman Emma Daugherty said she thought IUDs sounded painful, and she doubted that she would ever try one.

Sophomore Ashten Roy offered explanation for such uncertainty: “I feel IUDs are very seldom talked about in today’s society. Many people do not know much about them and are not open to learning about them.” Sophomore Madison Miller added, “It’s something that they’re putting into their body, and it’s more permanent, and that’s kind of a scary thing. Some people don’t

previously recommended only to women who had already given birth to a child or to those who didn’t plan on having one later. Though science has proven it to be safe for future conception, many women are still afraid of its past reputation. “They may be afraid that it can mess up their chance of having babies,” said freshman Justice Garrison. Teyon Rogers, a Licensed Practical Nurse who works in the OB-GYN department at Ochsner Baptist Hospital confirmed, “This is not true. Most women get pregnant within a year after taking out an IUD.” Despite the myths, Miller and Roy are part of the small percentage of women who aren’t afraid and would like to use this method of birth control. “I’m actually considering using one. The only reason I use pills is because I have issues with my skin, and the pills help with that,” said Miller. Roy said, “Two of my three sisters use them and love them. Knowing they do not have to take a dai-

“Two of my three sisters use them and love them. Knowing they do not have to take a daily pill helps them keep a peace of mind.” - Ashten Roy know if it is going to work. If they have complications, it could cause an infection, or they feel it’s just not right for them.” It is true that IUDs are not commonly discussed or even offered as a first-choice method of birth control by many doctors. IUDs were

ly pill helps them keep a peace of mind.” That is, indeed, one of the biggest benefits of having an IUD: not having to remember to take a pill every day. If one pill is missed and not realized in time, ”there are chances to get pregnant if you are having unprotected sex,” said Rogers. “And you can have irregular spotting.” With an IUD, this isn’t an issue. Another benefit is the option to use an IUD without hormones. “Some women don’t believe in having hormones put into their bodies. Other patients have kidney or liver problems, a history of blood clots or other serious health issues,” explained

Rogers. For women who cannot take regular birth control pills or simply want a more natural alternative, an IUD fits the bill. Rogers cites IUDs as being effective, very convenient and reversible. They can also be estrogen-free, can help to treat heavy periods, and can be taken out at any time. Regardless of what method of birth control one chooses to use, if students have any questions or concerns about their sexual health, they may visit the Health Clinic here on campus in UC 233 which offers contraception counseling, women’s health exams, STD testing and many other services.

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are used only by 7.2 percent of women in the U.S. Photo by Sarah Mirk

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ENTERTAINMENT

“Don’t Breathe,” guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat

BY LONES GAGNARD Driftwood Staff From “Evil Dead” director Fede Alvarez comes an intense new thriller, “Don’t Breathe.” This action-packed film is bound to keep viewers on their toes while exceeding nearly every recent horror flick. “Don’t Breathe” focuses on a group of young thieves who dabble in petty crime in order to avoid the possibility of harsher penalties. But when the seemingly perfect heist falls into their laps, they jump at the opportunity, believing the reward outweighs the risk. The group consists of Rocky, a girl using the breaking-and-entering game to accrue enough money

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to take her sister out of their dysfunctional home life, Rocky’s boyfriend, Money. who is the leader and most ruthless of the crew, and Alex, the brains and key individual in the operation. When the group learns of a blind war veteran living alone with a large cash settlement from the death of his child, they figure the money is already theirs. They soon find out, however, that it won’t be as easy as they thought. As this veteran refuses to go out without a fight, they begin to question their choice entirely. While most horror films have quick editing and jump cuts, Alvarez and cinematographer Pedro Luque use long shots and a free-wandering camera to paint

their picture. With this technique, the audience is not afraid of the unseen: “Don’t Breathe” shows everything, even zooming in on important objects that will be used later in the movie. When one house is an entire set for a feature-length film, every corner of every room must come into play and add depth to the set. “Don’t Breathe” does this beautifully, and by the time the film has ended, every single room has been shown; even the hidden crawlspace between the top and bottom floors is revealed. For audience members, this knowledge of possible exit locations helps the viewer become more involved in trying to figure out the best way to escape this hellish nightmare. Including the audience so heavily in the suspense was a masterstroke from Alvarez, it’s hard to care for thieves receiving their just desserts, and even harder to care for a monstrous soldier who’s losing more of his sanity by the second. In the end, “Don’t Breathe” is a tense roller coaster that will have horror lovers on the edges of their seats. But it also touches on the bonds of parenthood and the trauma of serving in combat. While the movie may have been stronger with the blind man being a more relatable character instead of being portrayed into such a horrific light, “Don’t Breathe” was still a gripping thriller that will have movie goers screaming for years to come.

Emma Cline’s “The Girls” thrills from start to finish BY CHRISTOPHER WALKER Editor-in-Chief It’s the summer of 1969 in Southern California, and 14-year old misfit Evie Boyd is looking for excitement in her dull, drab life. Her parents are going through a divorce, school isn’t going well, and boys don’t pay attention to her. A chance encounter introduces her to a group of older, good-looking, confident young women that seem completely fulfilled with their lives. They are part of a cult. As she is drawn in deeper and deeper into these girls’ lives, Evie becomes lost in a world filled with drugs and sex, a world that ultimately explodes one night in a gruesome act of horror and violence. “The Girls” is a fictional re-telling of the real-life Manson cult, the group whose murders in the late summer of 1968 in California left as much of a cultural impact in the United States as anything else in modern history.

The book is told through two narratives, one set in present day, the other in the 1960s. Evie Boyd is present in both: in the present, as a regret-ridden adult trying to forget a strange hazy chapter of her life, and the other a naive teenage girl looking to fit in and get the attention of the men in her life through any means necessary. A twisted coming-of-age novel, Emma Cline ultimately makes the novel an exploration of the mind of a teenage girl and musings on feminism in the ‘60s and today. The two timelines contrast how men continue to objectify women in the 21st century, and how some women are content to let them, clinging onto Cover courtesy of Random House hope it will allow for love. Impossible to put down, Cline Before it was published (Cline reweaves together this fascinating ceived a seven-figure sum from her story, her debut novel, in prose just publisher), the movie rights were as stylish as it is fiercely intelligent. bought by Scott Rudin, the producIt has been at the top of the “New er behind “The Social Network,” York Times” bestseller list since it “Moneyball,” and “The Girl With was released in June, and it abso- The Dragon Tattoo.” If you read one book this year, lutely deserves it. Keep an eye on “The Girls.” make it this one.

STAFF PICKS DATES MOVIES

ANJANAE CRUMP “THE BEST OF ME” A date night movie guaranteed to initiate cuddling and romantic eye gazing is “The Best of Me,” based on the best-selling book by critically acclaimed author, Nicholas Sparks. The movie depicts the story of two former high school sweethearts who reunite 20 years later in their same old, small town after the death of a close friend. But of course, it can’t be that easy. As you watch the movie with your date, discovering the reasons for their complicated relationship is bound to spark thoughts about the course of your own budding relationship, bringing a little healthy tension. Watching the on-screen couple act on their second chance at love puts your first chance with the one next to you directly in the air of discussion. It’s a perfect set-up!

KELLEY DAVIS “ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND” If you’re looking for a worthy Netflix-and-chill flick, be sure to check out “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind,” starring Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet. The romantic comedy film follows the consciousness of the average Joe Joel as he undergoes a procedure to erase his eccentric ex-girlfriend, Clementine, from his memories. As the plot progresses, the audience gets a bird’s-eye view of Joel and Clementine’s most intimate moments together; including everything from heartfelt pillow talk to typical dramatic relationship fights. The end of the film offers a couple of coming-full-circle moments, where the theme of old endings leads to new beginnings reigns true. “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” is streaming now on Netflix, so check it out for a touching stay-in movie night.

MINDY JARRETT “DIRTY DANCING” Summer romance, forbidden love, and what is arguably the best soundtrack that ever accompanied a movie – what more could you want in a date night movie? The young, muscle-bound Patrick Swayze, whom every girl wants and every guy wants to be, adds a cool, tough-guy element to his job as a dancing instructor. Don’t discount this movie as a chick flick. Nobody puts Baby, or her movie, in a corner.

CHRISTOPHER WALKER “SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK” Picking a date movie is hard, it has to be gender-neutral. As a male, you can’t (or shouldn’t) pick something that’s overtly masculine because you might look like a pig-headed Neanderthal. If you pick something feminine, she might think you’re either pandering to her or a total wuss. That’s why “Silver Linings Playbook” is perfect: it’s intelligent, well-acted, and nowhere near boring. Girls love Jennifer Lawrence AND Bradley Cooper. It’s an all-around win.

ENTERTAINMENT

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2016

“War Dogs:” We’re not mad, just disappointed

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BY LEO CASTELL Driftwood Staff It feels weird for me to not really like “War Dogs.” Not because I feel like I should, but because I feel like that’s the point. “War Dogs” is

a movie about a tool and an asshole doing things you’d expect a tool and an asshole to do. If that’s the point, can I really fault characters for being unenjoyable if they are supposed to be unlikable? I’m going to say yes because there’s a difference between a lik-

able character and a good character, and “War Dogs” doesn’t have either. The two leads are so rigidly consistent that you will always be able to predict what they’re going to do next, and it diffuses any semblance of tension the movie tries to drum up. I’ll give it this though: it

tries. It really tries. “Wars Dogs” has a bit of an identity crisis. It can’t decide if it wants to be a dude-bro comedy that satirizes war or a snarky drama about corruption and greed. It doesn’t do either particularly well nor does it combine them gracefully. The story follows David Packouz (Miles Teller) and Efraim Diveroli (Jonah Hill), two college-age boys that get into the arms dealing business. If those names sound familiar, it’s because both characters are real people, and the movie is loosely based on their real-life foray into the shady business. David Packouz is the protagonist. He’s the tool of the two: a polite, timid guy who is constantly being pushed around in his never ending pursuit of an easy life, even if that means doing a lot of stupid and selfish things that he knows are stupid and selfish. David tries to claim redemption in the final act, but it’s extremely rushed and almost immediately undone at the movie’s end. Miles Teller does give a solid performance, if not a particularly memorable one. That makes Efraim Diveroli the deuteragonist. He’s definitely the

standout character of the movie. This guy is as despicable as they come; he’s almost cartoonish in how he acts. He’s a shallow, racist, womanizing con-man who would sell out his own mother if it meant lining his pocket with a few extra bucks. He isn’t cowardly, since he actually makes some pretty bold moves, but not in any kind of way that make you respect him. Jonah Hill plays him exceptionally well and should be commended for his performance. Another notch on Hill’s serious performance belt, which are starting to rack up. I didn’t enjoy “War Dogs,” but I also didn’t hate it, and I would be lying if I said it was boring. I never felt like I was waiting for the movie to finish, and even if I knew what would happen next, I still wanted to see it. It tries; it really tries to be a better movie than it is, even if it doesn’t know how, and you have to respect the effort. There is a decent film somewhere in the gut of this movie that got lost in translation as they were coming up with their tenth weed joke. As it stands, “War Dogs” will just have to settle for being in the top tier of mediocrity.

Netflix Original Series “The Get Down” celebrates the birth of Hip Hop BY ANJANAE CRUMP Managing Editor The Netflix Original Series, “The Get Down,” was one of the best cinematic experiences I’ve had all summer—or ever, from a TV show. This is no surprise, as it comes from Baz Luhrmann, the director of beautifully filmed movies, including “The Great Gatsby” and “Moulin Rouge.” Spanned over six extended episodes, the story of hip-hop’s birth is romantically and mystically told through the lives of five teenagers in the gritty 1970’s Bronx. The show opens up with an older version of the main character, Ezekiel (Justice Smith), foreshadowing what is to come in the episode through rhyme, almost how a Greek

chorus would. This brief flash-forward scene ends and the viewer is taken back to the ‘70s, and remains there for the remainder of the show. Throughout the episodes, there are clips of actual events and scenes from the time period integrated beautifully into the picture, making the experience appear even more authentic. Every episode features this rich dynamic. This series presents various themes of love, drugs, music, art, friendship, politics and even Karate. Overall, it is a highly theatrical display but not quite a musical. It finds a comfortable spot in between. There is no shortage of dancing, disco or drama, and there is an overload of music. The display of the vibrant culture of the ‘70s is wonderful. On top of the music, which includes disco,

gospel and funk, elements of graffiti, punk and even drag are shown. And of course, there’s the heart of this series, the “Get Down”—the raw, beat-driven moments in disco that the DJ, initially Grand Master Flash (Mamoudou Athie), isolates and adds his own flare to. It is all combined harmoniously with the political and social issues of the day. The characters are incredibly convincing in their roles. The relentless poet who will stop at nothing to win what he wants. The preacher’s daughter who rebels for her dreams. The cool kid obsessed with his craft. The DJ who has mastered it all. The drug dealers deep in the game, and the music producer deep in his addiction. The dirty politicians. The wise best friend. There are multiple personalities that combine to make

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this a very well-rounded and realistic series. We get to watch these teenagers grow and find their place in the world while falling in and out of love, trouble and even reality. But it is their audacious visions and hunger for the future that fuels this

entire series. The episodes play more like short films, and honestly, I didn’t want it to end! Luckily, a second season is expected next year. Even if you aren’t a big music fan, the pure beauty of this series is undeniable.

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EDITORIAL

Where do we draw the line? Early on, we’re warned of the big red line that defines the crossing point between consensual and nonconsensual sex. We know that crossing this line is bad, and with it comes consequences: both legal and moral. We know that if someone tries to cross that line with us, our emergency sirens should go off. In many instances, it’s very easy to understand the difference between right and wrong; or, at least it should be (I’m looking at you, Brock Turner’s dad). But in a politically correct world, we’re not taught about the areas that toe the line. There is a difference between a tipsy hookup and inebriated rape. Although UNO’s official stance is that consent cannot be given when

alcohol becomes involved, most rational people would agree there is an ethical difference between having sex with a person who has had one or two and someone who is black-out drunk and literally cannot stand up. We are in college, and onenight stands involving alcohol are inevitable. But please be careful when making these choices. The influence of alcohol has been proven to lead to atypical partner choice but also to post-sex regret. UNO is 100 percent correct, Louisiana law defines nonconsensual sex occurring “if the victim is of an abnormal condition of the mind due to intoxicating agents, where the offender knew or should have known of the victim’s incapacity.”

And although “no” does mean “NO”, nonconsensual sex doesn’t always involve verbal resistance, especially under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. It can involve subtle physical resistance, changing of conversation, or a million other methods. Consent requires communication in a world where most communication rarely happens face-to-face. It’s normal to need a little liquid courage for the initial stages of flirting, but once you’re past that, consider taking a step back. If you’ve hit it off with someone, you likely don’t need more alcohol, and you certainly don’t have to force the other person to take the next step with you.

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Your Magnum XXL condoms are just a marketing scheme

BY CHRISTOPHER WALKER Editor-in-Chief Nobody likes wearing condoms. But it’s like eating vegetables: you have to do it. And for the majority of men, the size of their penis is of great importance to them. Men

want to be perceived by women to be as big as possible. Trojan Magnum XXL is a type of condom that is supposedly marketed to the larger men in society, the ones that need extra length and width. The brand name is synonymous with “stud” in American society. And the majority of men, at some point in their lives, try these condoms out. They try them if for nothing else than to know whether they are one of the few lucky men who posses the size needed to use this special condom. Those who have tried the condom on found that it fit just right. The male thinks he’s well-endowed and becomes quite proud of the fact that he’s one of the few men that can use it.

Here’s a little known secret that Trojan doesn’t want you to know: that XXL condom is the same size as the other types of condoms they sell. Place the XXL condoms side by side with any other brand of condoms or version of Trojans and there’s no difference. Jim Daniels, the VP of marketing for Trojan condoms, admitted to the New York Times that it’s all just a marketing scheme. It is required by federal law that all condoms in the United States are the same width and length. The logic behind the law attempts to avoid illogical thinking by the male, who might reach for the largest possible condoms available in stores to impress their lady friends. Oversized condoms could potentially slip off during the act,

leading to a national pregnancy crises created by the male ego. The fact that Trojan Magnums are one the best-selling condoms in the United States proves that, perhaps, the government is right. If a certain brand of condoms gives the appearance of a larger size, whether mentally or physically, it’s likely that you’ll be loyal to that brand. Wearing that brand’s particular condom makes you feel special, giving you that extra confidence when it’s needed most. It sounds funny, and it kind of is, but getting a properly sized condom isn’t a joke. Many males, in the heat of the moment, will risk contracting STDs and pregnancy by foregoing the use of a condom that is too small because it’s tight, restricts blood flow, and loses vir-

tually all sensation. Many people will roll their eyes when males say that the condom doesn’t fit or that it’s too tight, as a condom can be blown up to the size of a balloon. But that ring on the opening always stays the same width, and it blocks blood flow for some males. Europe does not have the same federal regulations, and condom makers overseas create condoms of varying widths, though length stays the same size. MySize condoms, which have seven different width options available, are very popular in Europe and are available on Amazon. If you find your American condoms too small, try outsourcing your problem overseas.

Monogamy contributes to mutually satisfying sexual experiences

BY ANJANAE CRUMP Managing Editor Monogamy – a word interchangeable with monotony to some people. Commitment and the idea of spending a lifetime with

the same person scares many away. And while sex with the same person year after year may seem susceptible to lifelessness, there are indeed many perks to it! First and foremost, monogamous sex allows for a clear mind. As long as both parties are faithful and have tested negative for STDs, they don’t have to worry about the introduction of any infections into their bodies. This also eliminates the need for condoms if, and only if, another method of birth control is being used, such as the pill. Don’t think for a second that the “pull-out” method is effective! As cliché as it may sound, love is another benefit of monogamous sex. When you love the person

you’re allowing to become one with you, it always seems to feel better. Sex is a mental journey as well as a physical one. Having that extra connection can really intensify what you already feel, and can truly bring your union even closer together. Another benefit is being more easily satisfied. When you’ve been with someone for a while, they have more time and reason to learn everything you like and don’t like sexually. They learn exactly where and when to do the very thing that drives you wild. Experimentation is also a possibility. The level of mutual comfort within a monogamous relationship is likely to be higher than with a

casual partner. This means both of you may feel more comfortable introducing new sexual ideas and things to try. It’s also more likely to occur, as sex will need to be spiced up to keep the fire burning. This can be highly enjoyable if done right. A benefit that may be overlooked is being able to laugh at your awkward sexual moments. When you have a long-term partner, you learn that you can’t take everything too seriously. During sex with a more casual partner you may feel more pressure to perform perfectly, and while you should always want to satisfy your partner, it won’t be the end of the world if something weird happens. It may indeed be

funny, and sharing these moments with someone you trust can make for beautiful memories. Another perk is availability. When your partner knows they’re the only person you’re having sex with, and vice versa, they’re more likely to give it to you on a more frequent basis and whenever you want it. A person you’re having casual sex with may not see your wants as a top priority, and you may be left hanging at times. Monogamous sex does not have to be routine and boring. It can indeed be very beneficial for both parties for all the reasons mentioned above. Give it a try!