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Values workshop begins for freshmen A sexual incident in Sullivan Lounge prompted meetings supporting healthy relationships. Rebecca Liaw Business Intern @beccaliaw
During the week of Sept. 30, RHA and #HitMeUp staff began a series of meetings discussing the subject of healthy relationships and core values for all freshman students. Each meeting is hosted by a freshman dormitory’s respective resident minister, resident advisors and resident director. “The meeting … really addressed a lot of issues that are really present on campus and need to be talked about. I think the most important thing addressed was the topic of relationships between people in the dorms,” said freshman marketing major Paige Petersen. “I can see how people have been feeling unsafe and disrespected in East Quad because of the rumors going around that are disrespectful and hurtful. I think things like this definitely need to be addressed, if they let it slip underneath the radar, it’s just going to get worse.” The meetings debuted in East Quad a week after a resident of freshman dormitory Doheny Hall was caught engaging in sexual activity in Sullivan Lounge, the sole lounge in East Quad shared between Doheny, Sullivan and Huesman, according to the Department of See Relationships | Page 3
One hospitalized after accident at front gates An accident occurred in the eastbound lane of Lincoln Blvd. at the Loyola Blvd. intersection on Thursday, Oct. 3, according to Department of Public Safety Chief Hampton Cantrell. The accident involved a former LMU student and the parent of a current student. When emergency personnel arrived on scene, paramedics transported one party to the hospital, according to Cantrell.
The Board of Trustees will vote on the final decision about elective abortion coverage today. Here’s a recap of what’s happened so far. To learn more about the trustees making this decision, see Page 2.
1 What exactly is happening with LMU's health care coverage of abortions? LMU offers faculty and staff health care plans from two different providers: Anthem and Kaiser. LMU is currently locked in a debate over whether elective abortion care should be covered.
But wait, I've heard that the coverage has already been cut. Is that not true? No final decision has been made. The lack of clarity has not been helped by the Cardinal Newman Society's misleading reporting that coverage was already cut earlier this summer. You can read more about the Society's coverage in News Editor Allison Croley's Sept. 12 story, "University evaluates abortion coverage."
3 Is this as big a policy change as it sounds? Indeed. University President David W. Burcham has made clear how important the conversation about this potential change is. That's also why we at the Loyolan have attempted to encourage a dialogue on the issue – you can read our previous Board Editorials about this subject on laloyolan.com
4 What will faculty and staff do in cases of rape, incest or when the life of the mother is threatened? These cuts only affect elective procedures – so in these cases, LMU's health care plans will still cover abortions. On a relate note: Contraceptives will still be covered by both plans.
DEATH Political science professor Bill Fitzgerald died last week. His memorial will be held on Saturday,
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5 What does today’s vote mean for the University? At this afternoon’s Board meeting, trustees will decide whether elective abortion coverage will be cut. The Loyolan will report the decision online tomorrow at laloyolan.com, on Twitter @LALoyolan and on our Facebook page.
SAFETY Junior marketing major Brigitte Hoffman was injured while trying to avoid getting hit by a car at the Lincoln Blvd. crosswalk outside the front gate multiple members of Delta Gamma sorority. Hoffman was immediately transported to the hospital and has yet to return to school.
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES President David W. Burcham will give his annual convocation address in Sacred Heart Chapel on Thursday, Oct. 17.
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WHO ARE THE TRUSTEES? Robert Abernethy President of American Standard Development Company and Self Storage Management Company William H. Ahmanson Vice president of the Ahmanson Foundation Rita Arthur, R.S.H.M. A non-governmental organization representative to the United Nations, has more than 40 years experience in higher education
James R. Belardi Chairman of the board and CEO of Athene Holding Ltd. Life Insurance Company David W. Burcham The University’s 15th president; the first lay president in LMU’s history Edward J. Carpenter (’67) Founder, chairman of the board and CEO of Seapower Carpenter Capital Inc. Alex Martin Chaves (’86) Chairman for Parking Company of America Management Inc. Gerald T. Cobb, S.J. Rector of the LMU Jesuit community Rudy F. DeLeon Jr. (’74) Former Deputy Secretary of Defense under President Bill Clinton David S. DeVito Executive vice president and chief administrative officer of TCW Group, an international investment firm
Karen J. Dial President of Drollinger Properties and managing director of the Drollinger Family Charitable Foundation Ginni Dreier (‘69) A founding member and co-chair of the Women’s Leadership Council at LMU Kathleen M. Duncan Daughter of J. Thomas McCarthy and Kathleen Leavey Sister Mary Genino Western Province superior of the Religion of the Sacred Heart of Mary Deborah H. Lanni President of the Lanni Family Charitable Foundation Michael A. Lawson (’75) A partner with Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher and Flom law firm, where he leads the executive compensation and employee benefits group Cecilia A. Magladry, C.S.J. Former sister of Marymount College and Loyola Marymount University, has served in the Center for Spiritual Development in Orange
Gerdenio Medard Manuel, S.J. Director of University of San Francisco’s Saint Ignatius Institute
Michael C. McCarthy, S.J. Received a master's in divinity from the Jesuit School of Theology at Berkeley in 1997, and earned his Ph.D. in theology from the University of Notre Dame in 2003 Hon. John V. Meigs (Loyola Law School, ’78) Current Superior Court Judge of Los Angeles County Edison K. Miyawaki, M.D. Owner of the largest privately owned nursing facility in Honolulu, Nuuanu Hale Hospital William H. Muller, S.J. Current president of Verbum Dei High School in Los Angeles Gregory J. O’Meara, S.J. A tenured professor at Marquette University Law School Stephen F. Page (’62, Loyola Law School, ‘68) Has served on the board of directors and audit committees of Lowe’s Companies, Inc., PACCAR, Inc. and Liberty Mutual Holding Company, Inc. Joan A. Payden President and CEO of the global investment management firm Payden & Rygel Timothy G. Psomas (‘62) Former chairman of Psomas, a civil engineering and related services consulting firm serving the western U.S. Michael P. Rudinica (’75), MSE (’79) Current executive vice president of RBF Consulting
Robert J. Sclabassi M.D. (’62) CEO of Computational Diagnostics, Inc., which he founded in 1989
Michael R. Steed (’71, Loyola Law School, ’74) Managing director of Paladin Capital Partners Fund, LP, a private equity firm
Markos I. Tambakeras (MBA ’78) Senior managing director at Madison Capital Partners, a private equity firm Rosemary L. Turner (’84) President of the United Parcel Service's Chesapeake District Walter F. Ulloa Esq. JD (Loyola Law School, ’75) Chairman and CEO of Entravision Communications Corporation Paul S. Viviano CEO of UC San Diego Health System Robert T. Walsh, S.J. Executive director of LMU’s Center for Catholic Education
Laura D. Williamson (’74) Serves as a trustee for LMU; further informaton unavailable David J. Zuercher (’68) A strategic, operational and managerial consultant for large and medium size businesses
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Board of Trustees to vote on elective abortion health care coverage The question about removing elective abortions from health care coverage has sparked a major debate among faculty, staff and students. Some argue that removing elective abortion care will defeat LMU’s mission of serving its diverse community. Others argue that continuing to cover elective abortions will devalue the Catholic tradition at LMU. Today, the Board of Trustees will make the final decision about whether LMU health care packages will continue to include elective abortions. Check our Twitter feed, Facebook page and website for updates.
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In the Oct. 3 photo caption “Foley Fountain purple for Domestic Violence Awareness,” it was mistakenly not stated that Peer Educators asked Facilities Management to dye the fountain purple. It was also incorrectly stated that November is Domestic Violence Awareness month. It is actually October.
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Public Safety Chief Hampton Cantrell. “The problems of East Quad were addressed well in the meeting. Some people were a little confused. They might have done a better job of telling us what was happening, but other than that they went over steps that we can use to solve problems,” said undeclared freshman Mackenzie Scheinman.
“Maybe it would have been more helpful to have gone into detail for what happened, but that could have hurt some people. It’s a tricky thing.” At the meeting, the freshmen were encouraged to examine their personal values and how their new college environment has affected them. The meeting also touched upon issues of sexual consent, relationships between roommates, neighbors and friends and the
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This issue, Asst. News Editor Ali Swenson sits down with the LMU alumnus who reinvented the shovel, Stephen Walden, to talk about his company.
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Can you explain what your company does? We basically re-engineer traditional hardware tools by integrating ergonomics into tools like shovels, rakes and pitchforks and other products that haven’t seen any innovations for forever.
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Can you explain the three products you’re developing right now, and how you’re marketing them? Right now, we’re marketing the three shovels – three ergonomic shovels. We market three ways. Obviously, it’s innovative products, changing the way we look at manual labor. Two, it’s ergonomic, reducing injury in the workplace. It’s redesigning the body mechanics of shoveling. And three, we’re made in America.
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Why did you decide to make your own company? program. I took an entrepreneurship course with Dr. Fred Kiesner, and he challenged us to write a business plan and mine ended up getting picked as a top business plan.
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How did you come up with the name Bosse Tools? boss.” Obviously, the boss is in charge and powerful
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How have the models of your shovels changed and developed as you’ve moved through the invention process?
We started with just a standard, pointed shovel that didn’t rotate. The center handle didn’t rotate. All it was was a simple design that had a handle in the middle of it. Then we added a rotating handle, we added a footstep. We added a couple more shovels, and then realized that we should probably add an entire line of tools.
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What sparked your passion for making tools and shovels the focus of your company?
There were two things that sort of came together as one. One was a passion for America and American-made products that support our country. Secondly, it would be just supporting came together was when the idea of a shovel, in doing yard work for my parents, came to mind.
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What advice would you give to LMU students who are interested in entrepreneurship?
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very year, there are hundreds of thousands of collegebound freshmen. It happens every September, like clockwork. But it is not every year that your little brother is among them. There’s something extremely unsettling about watching your little brother carefully fold up his life and pack it away into a couple suitcases. At first, I attributed the feeling to the anticipation of missing him around the house when I came home on weekends. But I realized as he walked out the door to take a plane to Seattle that the feeling was actually regret. How many times have I walked past his room to find him engrossed in a video game, only to continue on to my room and log on to my Facebook? How many conversations have I missed having with him because of situations similar to this? Losing my brother to an excellent education at Seattle University is hardly a sacrifice, but it was enough to make me pause. As close as I am to my brother, I know that I’m responsible for missing out on him in some way. Based on the interactions I have had with my brother, I recognize that he’s an amazing individual brimming with energy, wit and insight that I wasn’t aware an 18-year-old could possess. In so
many ways, he has surprised me with who he has become. Even if it only happened one time, it would be one time too many, and what I’ve come to realize is this: People don’t spend enough time with each other. Part of the reason for this is we’re constantly on devices or interacting with people in any way except actually in person. Why is it easier to have an honest conversation via text messaging than it is face-toface? Why do we keep our phones on the table when we’re out to dinner? I’ve seen groups of friends standing in circles texting other people, and I’m embarrassed to say that I, too, have participated in one of those antisocial social circles. Our generation is guilty of being connected to everything except for the current moment in which we’re living. We have numerous outlets into which we pour ourselves – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter – and I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with being connected. However, there is something wrong when your social media takes you away from your actual social life. For every minute you stop to check your phone for something new, that’s one minute you can’t get back. That’s something you’ve missed out on. And that means you’re not living your life to the fullest. You’re not entirely present in the moment. The best times that I’ve ever had are the instances where I’m having so much fun that I completely forget to update anything, simply
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because I’m so immersed in what’s actually going on around me. Isn’t that how it should be? Put down your phone and look the other person in the eye. Learn something new about this person. People will constantly surprise you because the way they develop, think and interact will forever be infinitely more exciting than any
social media update. It’s important to talk to people in person while you can. The next time I’ll see my brother is when he comes home for a holiday, and until then, I’m limited to texting, calling and FaceTiming him. But nothing beats bothering him when he’s right next to me. Quality time is invaluable and no amount of wishing
can bring it back. So power down, and human up. Your followers can wait. The world can’t. This is the opinion of Kellyn Kawaguchi, a senior English major from Irvine, Calif. Tweet comments to @LoyolanOpinion, or email kkawaguchi@theloyolan.com.
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aving family and friends that have battled skin cancer in some form or another, I have always supported the “Protect The Skin You’re In” campaign by Marc Jacobs. Celebrities strip down to show their skin, raising awareness and money to help combat the disease. Following in the footsteps of some of Hollywood’s most impressive women, like Hilary Swank and Heidi Klum, Miley Cyrus recently joined the campaign. Immediately when I saw the shirt, I had to have it. Not only did Miley look ‘ah-mazing,’ but she was supporting a cause that was close to my heart. Last week, I threw on this shirt, which I wear frequently, as I headed into work. As a barista at the Lion’s Den on campus, I see a lot of people and a lot of people see me. In my eyes, I saw no reason why it would be an issue to wear a shirt that raises awareness for an important issue. This disease is something that could potentially affect almost every person in their life, as skin cancer is on the rise in youth. Student after student complimented me on the shirt as I served them their morning coffee. Soon, a few staff and faculty members came in and I began to take their orders. Being the chatter-box that I am, I struck up a conversation with one of these
staff members to help brighten her morning, but quickly the conversation turned to my shirt. She told me that it “woke her up” and proceeded to say that she would send another shirt down. I expressed my thanks for the offer but told her that I was OK. I finished making her drink, she went on her way, and the conversation left my brain entirely. That is, until a student employee from her office came to the register. “I’m looking for the boy with the shirt at the Den? I’m guessing that’s you?” It was me. She handed me a large blue LMU shirt and the business card of the faculty member she worked for. Completely shocked and embarrassed, I took the shirt and put it on. I was pressured to cover up, and I covered up. It wasn’t that I was ashamed of
I wasn’t trying to be controversial. I was trying to be me. the shirt I was wearing. In fact, I was proud to be wearing a shirt with one of my favorite artists who supports a cause that I support as well. To be honest, the real reason I put on the shirt had more to do with fear than embarrassment. Fear of getting in trouble with the University, fear of judgement from those I respect and admire on campus – people like the faculty member who gave me the shirt – and fear of losing my job over it. After my shift was over, I drafted
an email thanking the faculty member for the shirt, but it never left my mailbox. I realized after writing the email that I shouldn’t be thanking anyone for censoring something I believe in. I shouldn’t have felt fear for wearing a shirt that supported something so close to me. I wasn’t trying to be controversial. I wasn’t trying to be rude. I was trying to be me. I see students on campus wearing bracelets that say “I HEART BOOBIES” or shirts with blood and gore on them everyday. Though I am not offended by these things, someone else might be. And if someone is offended, what would that student have to do about the offense? Does the school have the authority to censor them as well? I read through the LMU Community Standards to try to find a rule that would prohibit me from wearing the shirt I was wearing, and there is none. In fact, though I wasn’t breaking Community Standards, the staff member could have been. In Section IV of the Student Conduct Code, it states, “Intentionally and substantially interfering with the recognized freedom of expression of others on University premises or at University-sponsored activities” is prohibited. Sure, the gifted shirt may have just been a suggestion, but coming from a higher-up, I felt compelled to change. My freedom of expression was threatened. I’m not saying that you should go around wearing nipple pasties and a candy thong – that would be more embarrassing for you than the
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While wearing the above shirt at the Lion’s Den, Asst. Opinion Editor Eddie Estrada was given another shirt by a faculty member. University – but students should be able to wear what they want to wear. I will not apologize for my shirt, and I will wear it again. The school has no place to censor and prohibit attire. So wear your naked Mileys, your ‘BOOBIES’ bracelets and your Slipknot graphic tees with pride.
You look good in what you wear and as Miley said, “You can’t be tamed.” This is the opinion of Eddie Estrada, a junior communication studies major from Walnut Creek, Calif. Tweet comments to @Eddie_Estrada, or email eestrada@theloyolan.com.
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New café LA Spice is everything nice The Culver City café boasts Lion pride and tasty gourmet food. Mary Grace Cerni Asst. Life+Arts Editor @LoyolanArts
From the moment I took the first bite of LA Spice’s signature breakfast item, the “LA Spice Breakfast,” my taste buds fell in love. The marriage of nitrate-free Nueske bacon and roasted peppers delightfully glazed in gooey egg yolk created a combination of savory flavors unlike anything I had ever tasted before. The delectable dish was on par with something I’d expect to eat at a five-star restaurant, yet their highest-priced breakfast item, the “LA Spice Breakfast,” was only $12.95.
After washing down the last bite of fried egg with a cup of locally sourced coffee from Culver City’s very own City Bean, I felt like I had truly found the hidden gem of Los Angeles. LA Spice is a small, casualmeets-gourmet café located about 10 minutes away from LMU on Sepulveda Boulevard in Culver City. The restaurant serves accessible gourmet food without the ridiculous price tag. When asked about what makes her café different from other casual gourmet restaurants in LA, owner LeAnne Schwartz said, “We’re modern, urban, fresh and friendly.” LA Spice has a comfortable atmosphere; it doesn’t feel like a typical trendy L.A. restaurant, like Venice’s Gjelina or Silverlake’s Fiore — it is more unassuming and effortlessly cool. Part of LA Spice’s charm is that it is still not very well known. “It’s
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Owner of LA Spice Catering LeAnne Schwartz (left) and marketing manager Amanda Womack (‘13) believe that LA Spice is a perfect place for students.
less busy than LMU favorite Mendocino Farms or Gjelina, but has the same high-quality, adventurous food,” said LA Spice marketing manager Amanda Womack (’13). Womack also explained that LA Spice prides itself on its support for the local community by buying certain items, like its gluten-free desserts and freshly brewed coffee, from small businesses in Culver City. LA Spice also uses fresh, natural ingredients, such as farmer’s market produce and ethicallyraised meats. “It’s important to support local and be ethical,” Womack said, “Even though organic and fresh ingredients cost more, it’s worth it. You can taste the difference.” LA Spice, which opened in February of this year, is the physical manifestation of a larger company called LA Spice Catering. When Schwartz founded LA Spice Catering 25 years ago, she worked mostly out of her home. After finding success in the catering industry, Schwartz eventually decided to go brick and mortar with LA Spice café in Culver City. Since then, the company has grown and reached out to a wider audience of diners. LA Spice is not only passionate about serving delicious food, but also hiring students from LMU – LA Spice’s current manager, Jessica Schnyder (’09), is an LMU alumna, along with several servers and parttime staff. Hiring over seven LMU alumni and students, LA Spice has a definite form of Lion pride. In addition, every intern at LA Spice has been an LMU student. Schwartz said, “It started with one of the LMU Delta Gammas, Courtney Ryan (’10), who reached out to me
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The “LA Spice Breakfast,” pictured above, is a delicious LA Spice signature made with ultra-fresh ingredients, including ethically raised Nueske bacon. for credit for a class.” After she left the company, Ryan recommended another LMU student, who then recommended Womack. “It’s just been a progression of students,” said Schwartz. “They’ve been brilliant. They bring a creative freshness to what we’re doing.” Womack interned for LA Spice Catering before the café opened. “I was really excited when the café opened because it opens the door to people who might not have the money to have an event catered.” Womack said, “Now, LA Spice still caters, but it is also for people who just want to eat good food.” Womack said she highly recommends that students who are interested in design, marketing, food photography or event planning apply for an
internship at LA Spice. Internship-seeking or not, every LMU student should check out LA Spice. “This is the perfect place for college students,” Womack said. “It’s got breakfast, lunch, dinner, vegan and gluten-free items. Our menu is always seasonal, and we have alcohol.” When asked why an LMU student should choose to dine at LA Spice, Schwartz said, “Because we’re fantastic. You can get really great food, and it’s accessible. It’s fine dining quality but not necessarily fine dining prices.” This is the opinion of Mary Grace Cerni, a junior communications studies major from West Covina, Calif. Tweet comments to @LoyolanArts, or email mcerni@theloyolan.com.
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When I heard about the government shutdown, I was shocked. Of course, I had to sit down and Google exactly what this shutdown meant right away, but then I was outraged. I couldn’t believe that government services and benefits had ceased. More importantly, I never thought I’d live to see the day that the National Zoo’s panda cams went dark. I sighed in despair, thinking to myself, “Why can’t our real life politics be as easy and cool as the ones on TV?” Political views aside, I think we all can agree that someone needs to step forward amid all of this budgetary nonsense. If our government insists on acting like stubborn children in a desperate game of “he said, she said,” then perhaps it’s time that we bring in the real professionals: TV characters. I found myself imagining how some of our favorite TV characters would behave if they were in Washington D.C. to take part in the epic showdown that is the government shutdown. Olivia Pope of “Scandal” She already has experience as a former White House Communication Director, but I think Pope’s knack for crisis management would come in handy for some major damage control. Sure, this PR pro may be more used to dealing with the threat of
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scorned lovers rather than budgetary disagreements, but we could use her expertise towards the shutdown’s frontrunners and their wounded public images (I’m looking at you, Speaker Boehner). Rather than allowing government leaders to publicly belittle the other party’s stance, Pope would be more concerned with spreading the impression of a united government. Image may seem trivial at times like this, but it’s important to genuinely mean
it when we pledge that we are one indivisible nation. Frank Underwood of “House of Cards” Underwood may have served under the Speaker of the House on the Netflix show, but he knew how to step up to the plate. The southern spearhead has a quick tongue and an even quicker way of making petty political disagreements go away. This makes me think that Underwood, though a Democrat,
would have been a perfect player to have on hand before House Republicans decided that it was time for a shutdown. There is, of course, the small detail that he tends to favor bribes, coercion and blackmail as a means of getting what he wants, but let’s take the positives where we can get them. If we could take Underwood’s flawless negotiating skills without all of those nasty felonies, we’d have a much better chance at resolution than the current bickering happening
Leslie Knope of “Parks and Recreation” This is a woman who truly loves her job. As the city councilwoman of the fictional town of Pawnee, Ind., Knope embodies the passion and selfless dedication that, frankly, our government is currently lacking. No task is too mundane and no compromise is too difficult because she knows that citizens always come first. She would never allow party differences to override her duties. In fact, this shutdown reminds me of a great moment in season four. Knope’s opponent for city council warns the town that he will move his father’s large company to Mexico if he does not win the election. She responds, “Corporations are not allowed to dictate what a city needs. I love this town and when you love something, you don’t threaten or punish it. You put it first.” Even coming from a fictional character, these words mirror exactly what this society needs from our government. Washington, D.C., I suggest you take notes. Sadly, TV characters are fictional, and our government is playing political chicken. It seems that all we can do is wait for an escape from this limbo. Until then, I’ll continue daydreaming about the perfect government, one that actually means it when they say that they’re working for the people and not in spite of them. This is the opinion of Marissa Morgan, a senior English major from Lenexa, Kan. Tweet comments to @LoyolanArts, or email mmorgan@theloyolan.com.
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Seacrest’s co-host, Ellen K, talks career advice KIIS-FM personality takes students through the story of her career.
EVENT RECAP
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Mane Entertainment (ME) turned the tables this past Thursday in the Living Room as a celebrity radio host became the interviewed. ME’s All Access invited Ellen K, who hosts a regular morning show on KIIS-FM with Ryan Seacrest, to share some words of wisdom and insider scoop with LMU students. Ellen K shared tips on how to make it in the industry, telling her story of how she made it from a late-night radio host in Indiana to her big move to Los Angeles. “There is a lot of discouragement where there should be encouragement,” Ellen K said about the entertainment business. “You can create your own thing. You don‘t have to be Perez Hilton or Carson Daly – you can be both,” she said. “You can be Chelsea Handler from your bedroom. Stuff catches on fire, then you’re living your dream.” Ellen K, clad in Louboutins and an off-white blazer, chatted with the guests about Ryan Seacrest, her favorite stars, her family and
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KIIS-FM host Ellen K stopped by the Living Room this past Thursday to share advice and stories as part of Mane Entertainment’s All Access series. even about her Kappa Alpha Theta sisters. She also revealed her biggest accomplishment, which hasn‘t even happened yet. “10 years with Ryan [Seacrest]... That will be my upcoming biggest [accomplishment],” said Ellen K. “I will look at him in a very special way that morning.” After past experiences with diva celebrities and the antics of the rich and famous, some of the ME staff felt that Ellen K was a refreshingly pleasant star to host.
ME’s Signature Events Manager, junior communication studies major Sara Baczewski, recalled how simple and pleasurable it was working with Ellen K. “It was really easy,” Baczewski said. “I found her representation and manager, contacted them and we heard back immediately. She is really great to work with.” Filled with insider stories and personal advice, Ellen K gave students an “all access” look at the life of a radio show host.
SPORTS
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playoffs. Starting pitching and timely hitting is what wins World Series, and the Dodgers have plenty of offensive firepower. Despite the ankle injury to centerfielder Matt Kemp and a limited pinch hitter Andre Ethier, the club can score runs in bunches like the 13 runs the team scored Sunday night in Game 3 of the NLDS. Shortstop Hanley Ramirez, first baseman Adrian Gonzalez and outfielder Yasiel Puig will carry the
Dodgers offense. All three players need to be at the top of their games if the Dodgers want to return to postseason glory. Ramirez crushed the competition, ending his regular season campaign with a .345 average and 20 home runs in only 86 games. Gonzalez was the team’s most stable bat, playing in 157 games and driving in 100 runs. But the biggest spark on the lineup card was Yasiel Puig’s call-up from the Minor Leagues on June 3. In 104 games, Puig scored 122 runs and hit 19 bombs. But beyond that, he gave
yet another scare in the middle of manager Don Mattingly’s lineup. On June 22, the Dodgers were nine and a half games out of first place and were in the National League West cellar. But, in the Dodgers’ next 50 games, they went 42-8, which tied the best 50 game stretch in MLB history. Players started to get healthy and roles were defined. Right-handed pitcher Kenley Jansen took over the closer role and solidified a position that was anything but stable with former closer Brandon League. This season feels different than
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Outfielder Scott Van Slyke (right) sprays a teammate after the Dodgers clinched the NL West division title in mid-September. The Dodgers are attempting to earn their first World Series Championship berth since 1988.
past postseason appearances. With a new ownership group and a commitment to winning, the energy is back at Dodger Stadium. This team has not only the personnel to win, but also a manager that understands his players and a more dedicated fanbase that is improving on showing up in the fourth inning and leaving before traffic gets bad. Whether the Dodgers win or lose, I tune in to almost every game to support my team, and I know many people do the same. This remarkable season isn’t only for
the players and coaches, but for the loyal fans that have supported this team through and through. Who knows if the Dodgers will win the World Series? There are a ton of good teams in this season’s playoffs, but I do know that the culture has changed, and I’m proud that the boys in blue will be relevant for years to come. This is the opinion of Dan Raffety, a senior communication studies major from Eagle Rock, Calif. Tweet comments to @LoyolanSports, or email draffety@theloyolan.com.
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Freshman forward Adrien Perez scored his fourth goal of the season on Sunday against Santa Clara University. The Lions beat the Broncos 4-0. M. Soc from Page 12
said. “[Santa Clara] played a bad ball to right back and I just read it correctly and cut the guy and hit it far post.� Seedman’s goal awarded the Lions, who dominated possession for much of the first half. The goahead goal came after four LMU shot attempts. “We also played a little more direct because I knew especially with Dylan Seedman on the field that they don’t have center backs
to match his height,� said Krumpe. “That was effective for us.� LMU’s win on Sunday capped off an undefeated conference-opening weekend for the Lions after the team tied USD 2-2 on Thursday. “We can play with anyone in the conference to be honest with you,� Krumpe said. “We’ve got the personnel that can win any game.� The Lions continue WCC play next week on the road with a pair of games at Gonzaga (5-2-2, 0-0-2) on Friday and at Portland (6-4-0, 1-1-0) on Sunday.
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important game. The Gaels are second place in conference play with a 4-1 record – their only loss coming from the undefeated BYU. This game is on the road, but after speaking with redshirt senior outside hitter Felicia Arriola last week, I don’t think that being on the road affects everyone on the team as much as one might think. “I love traveling,� Arriola said of playing road games. “Traveling is the best because you get to bond as a team and you get to compete in front of people who don’t like you; they don’t want you to win.� Hopefully the Lions can have this mentality throughout the week, because they face another important foe on the road this week: Pacific University on Saturday, Oct. 12. Although the Tigers have a seemingly unimpressive 2-3 conference record, this team has not been in the WCC until this year, meaning that the Lions have never faced what they’re up against on the other side of the court. This game will be important in helping the team knock out a doable win, so that they can keep pushing through to achieve a winning conference record. This week will be all about doing well on the road, something that the Lions have struggled with this season; LMU has a 1-3 record away from Gersten
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Sophomore middle blocker Rachelle Suaava and junior middle blocker Litara Keil put up a double block against BYU offense in Saturday’s loss. Pavilion. The Lions need to learn from their games against Gonzaga University and USD, in which the team had two heartbreaking 2-3 losses, both on the road. In both conference matches, LMU took the first two sets, but could not lock down the win in the end. This week, the team has to come out strong and stay consistent throughout the match, so that they can hopefully post a 5-3 conference record by Saturday night. If the team wants to finish at the top of the WCC, they have to start closing out five-set games and make sure they stay consistent
on the road. I’ve seen this team compete well so far this season, but they need to start showing it on their record by racking up these important conference wins, whether they’re playing in Gersten Pavilion or unfamiliar territory. If LMU can show that they pose a threat to teams like USD, BYU and Saint Mary’s, they should have no problem coming out of conference with a winning record. This is the opinion of Sam Borsos, a sophomore communication studies major from Palo Alto, Calif. Tweet comments to @LoyolanSports, or email sborsos@theloyolan.com.
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SPORTS LIONBITES M. POLO The No. 10 Lions won four games this weekend at the Troyer Invitational. The closest margin of victory for LMU came in a 11-10 tripleovertime win over Whittier College. Sophomore attacker Emanuel Di Stasio scored the game-winning goal for the Lions in sudden death.
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Second-half blitz carries Lions
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Dodgers ready to win it all Raff’s Rap Dan Raffety
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y first memory at a Dodger game involves me crying during the fourth inning when I found out I was there to watch the game rather than play in it. Since then, the Dodgers have been an essential part of my life, and the last few years have been absolute terror. Former Dodger owner Frank McCourt not only had a budgeted roster, but a highly publicized divorce that bankrupted the L.A. franchise. This 2013 season is the first time I believe the Dodgers have a chance to bring home a World Series Championship to Chavez Ravine since 1988. As the first three games pass in the National League Division Series (NLDS), the boys in blue have all of the necessary parts to make a deep October run. Ace Clayton Kershaw ended the regular season with a 1.83 earned run average (ERA), second all-time in the Dodger record books behind Sandy Koufax. Although one ace doesn’t guarantee a championship, two aces surely helps. The Dodgers counter Zack Grienke in Game two, and although the team ended the game in a 4-3 loss, the onetwo punch of Kershaw and Grienke is the best starting pitching tandem in the current See Raff’s Rap | Page 10
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Redshirt junior defender Craig Nitti wins a ball in the air against Santa Clara University sophomore midfielder Dylan Autran. Nitti and the Lions defense held the Broncos to three shot attempts en route to a 4-0 shutout on Sunday afternoon at Sullivan Field.
Men’s soccer scores three second-half goals to put away conference rivals Santa Clara. Kevin Cacabelos Sports Editor
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It was only a matter of a time before the points began to show up on the scoreboard. The Lions downed the Santa Clara Broncos in a 4-0 shutout at Sullivan Field on Sunday afternoon, beating the Broncos for only the second time in the past nine meetings between the teams. Entering the second half with a 1-0 lead and a 9-0 shot advantage over the Broncos (4-6-0, 1-1-0), the Lions (5-2-2, 1-0-1) offense exploded for three goals in the second period’s first eight minutes. “We really have a hard time of starting slow against teams, but today we really put the gas on,” freshman forward Adrien Perez said. The second-half blitz began when junior
midfielder Juan De Rada got past sophomore Broncos goalkeeper Kendall McIntosh and netted a shot in the 48th minute. Less than a minute later, redshirt junior defender Craig Nitti converted on a penalty kick for the Lions. After breaking open the game with these two goals, LMU kept up its relentless offensive attack and Perez scored in the 53rd minute.
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LMU 4, SCU 0 “I think we’ve been working on doing a better job of finding each other passing, so it showed today,” LMU Head Coach Paul Krumpe said. “The big thing for me is how good we are at passing the ball. We found our way today pretty easily.” De Rada and Perez added to their teamleading totals of four goals apiece. The two are beginning to separate themselves as the team’s primary threats on offense. Junior midfielder John McFarlin collected two more assists on De Rada and Perez’s
goals, placing him among the nation’s leaders with 10 total assists this season. McFarlin continued to succeed in his role as the team’s offensive distributor. “We came out and just had a ton of space. I think they were a little tired from their game on Friday,” McFarlin said. “We were a little fresher. We were able to move into the spaces that were needed and we were moving the ball well.” The Lions were hoping to come out stronger from the onset of Sunday’s match after a lackadaisical start against the University of San Diego (USD) on Wednesday night. LMU didn’t score until the 76th minute against USD before scoring two goals to earn a draw. Sunday afternoon, the Lions’ offensive attack fared well from the opening minute. Junior forward Dylan Seedman scored LMU’s first goal in the 25th minute. Seedman intercepted a Broncos’ pass and fired in a shot to give the Lions a 1-0 lead. “We just came out a lot stronger and our team just seemed ready to play,” Seedman See M. Soc | Page 11
Road consistency key for LMU volleyball Sam’s Slam Sam Borsos
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he LMU volleyball team (8-7, 3-3) has suffered some tough losses in West Coast Conference (WCC) games this year. The team isn’t playing badly at all – they’ve put up great fights in difficult situations, with their losses coming on the road and against the WCC’s best eams. Although the Lions are split in their conference record so far, all three losses have been in five-set matches, even against conference powerhouses like Brigham Young University (BYU), who stands undefeated in the WCC, and No. 8 University of San Diego (USD), who the
Lions faced in La Jolla, Calif. Although they didn’t finish on top against BYU, the Lions played fiercely, coming out with a 25-23 win in the first set to shake up the Cougars, who have had an impressive season so far; BYU’s first conference win this season was against the USD Toreros, who at the time were ranked No. 2 in the country. Not only did BYU take the win, but they did it in a three-game sweep. Despite the fast start, the Lions dropped the second, third and last set in the match. But LMU still has 12 conference matches remaining this season and plenty of time to turn their split record into a winning one. Who will be some of the main opponents that the Lions have to face in their upcoming matches? Saint Mary’s College, who the Lions play on Thursday, Oct. 10, will be an See Volleyball | Page 11
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LMU lost consecutive five-set matches to Brigham Young University and the University of San Diego last week. The Lions face Saint Mary’s College and University of Pacific this week.